BlOOlBllG UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA THE IDERGRADIATE CATALOG 1999-2001 Digitized by the Internet Archive in Lyrasis 2011 with funding from Members and Sloan Foundation http://www.archive.org/details/bloomsburguniver1999bloo Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, 400 E. Second Commonwealth Street, of Pennsylvania Bloomsburg, PA 17815-1301 (570) 389-4000 http://www.bloomu.edu Important Notices The content of this catalog is for informational purposes only and not to be regarded as an irrevocable contract between the university and the student. Bloomsburg University reserves the right to amend any academic, administrative or disciplinary policy or regulation or fee described here without prior notice to persons affected. Requirements for graduation, as well as curricula for degree programs, such as those requiring professional certification/ licensure, may change throughout the student's matriculation. Such changes will not be retroactively required; however, the student will have the option to choose the new program or requirement, if desired. Exceptions may be necessary when changes in professional certification or licensure standard mandate changes in academic requirements or in university programs. Bloomsburg University is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education, the National League for Nursing; the Council on Education of the Deaf and the Council on Social Work Education. Programs of study have been approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Education and the State Board of Nursing. In addition, the bachelor of science program in chemistry is approved by the American Chemical Society. Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to race, religion, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disabilities, Vietnam era veteran status or union membership. The university is additionally committed to affirmative action and will take positive steps to provide such educational and employment opportunities. Produced by Marketing and Communication / University Advancement, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Contents © 1 999 Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania, all rights reserved. The Undergraduate Catalog 1999-2001 Contents The University 7 Harvey A. Andruss Library 12 Campus 14 Directory College of Arts and Sciences 17 Anthropology 19 Allied Health Preparatory Programs 22 Art History, Art Studio 24 Biology 27 Chemistry, Clinical Chemistry 32 Communication Studies Computer Science 36 Criminal Justice 41 39 Earth Science Economics, Business Economics, 43 Political Economics 45 Engineering and Liberal Arts 47 English 50 Exercise Science 52 Geography Geology 57 Health Physics 59 54 History 61 Languages and Cultures 63 Mass Communications 68 Mathematics 71 Medical Imaging 74 Medical Technology 76 Music 78 Philosophy 81 Physics 83 Political Science Psychology 85 87 Social Welfare 89 Sociology 91 Theatre Arts 93 College of Business 95 Accounting 97 Business Administration and Economics 99 Business Education 101 Computer Information Systems 103 Finance 105 Management Management Information Systems 106 108 Marketing 110 Office Information Systems 112 College of Professional Studies 114 Audiology and Speech Pathology 115 School of Education 117 Early Childhood Education Elementary Education 121 123 Elementary and Early Childhood Education (Dual Certification) ..125 Secondary Education Special Education Interpreting for the 127 135 Deaf/Hard of Hearing 139 Nursing 141 Nursing Policies 144 University Programs Interdisciplinary Studies 149 Honors Program 153 Developmental Instruction 155 ROTC Army ROTC 158 Air Force 161 Course Descriptions 163 Admissions 233 Academic Support Services Academic Policies 238 General Educadon Requirements 255 Academic Calendars 260 Tuition and Fees 261 Index 265 242 Page 6 Undergraduate Catalog Bloomsburg University of Page 7 Pennsylvania The University Bloomsburg member a University, of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education, founded 1839. Through the ment from a public coeducational four-year a normal school stages of is university its develop- to a teachers college to a multipurpose state college and finally to a university in on 1983, the institution liberal had retained its emphasis and career education. Bloomsburg is recognized as one of the best 100 its seven NCAA championships international reputation in a demic programs, and the faculty is number of to its its aca- an attitude found throughout staff. Total enrollment is over 7,300, with an average incoming SAT of 1070 and class rank in the upper 25 percent; Bloomsburg admits one in seven applicants and has a four-year retention rate signifi- cantly higher than the national average. More than 80 percent are full-time students. About 65 percent women. About 90 percent of Bloomsburg are graduates are quickly placed in their chosen fields. About 90 percent of Bloomsburg's students come from throughout Pennsylvania, creating a diverse mix of cultures and ideas. It's a place where friendships that last a lifetime begin. place and And it's a busy — with more than 150 student organizations activities, NCAA Division and a popular recreation II The Town of Bloomsburg, Susquehanna River athletic programs center. located Valley, has a about 12,000 people. The central business more than 80 retail stores, and the Bloomsburg Fair and nearby Route 1 1 and in September. More theaters can be found along Columbia Mall, north- at the west of town. The such university cities as is within a one-hour drive from Hazleton, Williamsport, Wilkes-Barre and Scranton; 1.5 hours from Harrisburg; 2.5 hours from Philadelphia; 3 hours from New York City and Baltimore; and four hours from Pittsburgh and Washington, D. C. If you are coming from... East of Bloomsburg: Use 1-80 west to Exit West of Bloomsburg: Use 1-80 east to Exit serves South of Bloomsburg: From Central Pennsylvania, take Routes 11 and 15 north; from southeast Pennsylvania, take Northeast Extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike (1-476) to 1-80 west to Exit 35A south. North of Bloomsburg: From the Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre area, take 1-81 soudi to 1-80 west to Exit 35 A south. Continuing and students From the Williamsport area, take 1-180 classes, credit for life distance learning courses experience and on public television. From Exit 35 south, take Route 487 south one and mile. Dis- through nondegree credit courses, noncredit minicourses, off-campus 35 south. follow signs to campus, approximately Education 35A south. $4,782 per year. university's Division of is restaurants, a theater south to 1-80 east to Exit 35 south. The district and includes About 70 percent of all students receive some form of financial aid; average amount of aid is tance the in population of just three blocks southwest of campus stores, restaurants public universities in the United States. Excellence, ranging from Location Faculty With and Staff a Bloomsburg total of about 1,000 employees, University has 378 full-time faculty, 73 percent of whom hold doctoral degrees and 72 per- Page 8 cent of Undergraduate Catalog whom are tenured. The staff organized is which houses the College of Business Sutliff Hall, Academic Affairs, Administration, Student Life and University Advancement. Governance is through the State System's Board of Governors and through the university's Council of and includes a Trustees. guages and cultures and the McCormick Center into four divisions: The new Harvey A. Andruss Library opened in May, 1998 with more than 400,000 volumes and gov- ernment documents, 1 and lab capable of department of anthropology, Human Services, and offices for the art history equipped with a and lan- satellite re- ceiving dish and containing School of Education and nursing instructional facilities, television and radio studios, the audiovisual resources center, ex- ,700 current periodicals, 1.9 perimental laboratories, Institute for Instructional and other audiovisual Technology, the University Forum, classrooms and million units of microtext and equipment, material computer Hall, with studios, classrooms for Academic Facilities specialized running a medium-sized corporation; Old Science as well as 32 on-line bibliographies and newspapers full-text databases provides resource support for the university's aca- demic programs. Andruss Library is also home faculty offices. - Degree Programs Bloomsburg University to offers 64 programs of offices. study in the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business Computing Facilities: The university has a strong commitment to technology with current machines and software throughout the campus. Nearly all computers are networked and connect to the Internet. All faculty have personal computers and and Professional Studies and 19 degree programs the university's graduate studies e-mail accounts. Network uptime is nearly 100 per- and 11 supervisory certificate programs in the School of Graduate Studies. Bachelor of Arts: Anthropology, Art History, Art Studio, Biology, Chemistry, Communication Stud- Criminal Justice, Economics, English, French, ies, computers are supported by technical Geography, German, History, Humanities, Mass from Academic Computing and Computer Communications, Mathematics, Music, Philosophy, cent and staff and grants Services. all Student computing facilities are located Physics, Political Economics, Political Science, Psy- throughout the campus. There are over 500 com- chology, Social Sciences, Social Welfare, Sociology, puters and over 25 laser printers in labs, classrooms Spanish, Theatre Arts and general-access work Super IMP and INP areas. The Haas Center for the Arts includes an art gallery and a 2,000-seat auditorium with facilities for musical and dramatic producFrancis B. tions, as well as classroom instruction. upper campus, has classrooms and fices for use Mathematics, Office Information Systems, Physics, Speech Pathology and Audiology Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: indoor athletic events. The all an indoor home track, ball courts, as well as training, facility has a agement, and wres- Marketing basketball indoor tennis courts, conditioning and fit- Information Systems, Bachelor of Science in Education: Business Education, Early cation, Childhood Education, Elementary Edu- Secondary Education, Special Education Master of Arts: Art History, Art Studio, Bakeless Center for the Humanities, housing classrooms and offices for liberal arts programs; Hall, with classrooms, clinics Management Bachelor of Science in Nursing facilities. Instructional buildings include: Navy Imag- Medical Technology, Natural Sciences and Accounting, Business Economics, Finance, Man- an Olympic-size swimming pool, handball/racquetness Physics, Interpreting, Mathematics, Medical home for most of the 3,000-seat arena for tling events, formation Systems, Earth Science, Geology, Health by the health/physical education and athletic staffs. It also serves as university's of- Com- puter and Information Science, Computer and In- ing, Nelson Field House, located on Bloomsburg University's Bachelor of Science: Accounting, Exercise Science, Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Chemistry, stations are available for lectures. and offices for Communi- cation Master of Education: Biology, Business Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Elementary Educa- Reading the departments of Exceptionalities and Audiology; tion, Hartline Science Center, with laboratories, Master of Science: Accounting, Audiology, Biology, Early Childhood Education, Education of the rooms and class- offices for the science departments; Bloomsburg University of Page 9 Pennsylvania Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Exercise Science and Adult Technology and Speech Pa- Shane Williamson, Robert Wislock, D.Ed., executive assistant thology provement Academic Affairs Governance Board of Governors, Wilson G. Bradshaw, Ph.D., provost and vice State System of Higher Education R. dent for academic Eugene Dixon Jr., chair Kim John H. Daniel M. Boyne, M.S., Patricia W. Coy P. assistant dean, school of health sciences Muriel Berman assistant dean, col- lege of business Tom Elby Cooper, Ph.D., assistant vice presi- L. Gomulka Charles A. Abell, M.Ed., associate dean, con- M. Christine Alichnie, Ph.D., vice chair R. Ali-Zaidi Jeffrey presi- affairs tinuing and distance education E. Lyttle, vice chair, Benjamin Wiley, Syed to the president, director, continuous im- Master of Business Administration Master of Science in Nursing F. M.S., director, multi-cul- tural center Fitness, Instructional dent for academic affairs Eugene W. Hickokjr. Joy C. Leonard Ronald DiGiondomenico, M.S.W., F.Joseph Loeper Robert Gates, Ed.D., assistant dean, school of Tom Ridge education Ann David M. Sanko B. L. Lee, Ed.D., dean, college of profes- Michael Schaul sional studies Hsien-Tung Liu, Ph.D., dean, college of Jere W. Schuler K. Thornburgh David K Long, Ph.D., dean, college of busi- ness Christine J. Toretti James H. McCormick, Chancellor Robert P. Marande, Ph.D., associate dean, college of arts Council of Trustees James Joseph J. Mowad, chairperson, Danville F. and sciences Matta, Ph.D., director, research and sponsored programs Hugh J. McFadden, Ed.D., director, planning, A. William Kelly, vice chair, Kingston Robert W. Buehner Jr., secretary, Danville institutional research LaRoy G. tion Davis, Feasterville Ramona H. Alley, M.A., director, services John DavidJ. Cope, Titusville and informa- management Wayne Mohr, Berwick Steven B. Barth, Lewisburg and audio TV and radio visual resources B. Pitcher, M.L.S., assistant director, li- brary automation and technical op- James H. McCormick, Ex Officio Kevin M. O'Connor, Plains erations DavidJ. Petrosky, Moscow Patrick J. Schloss, Ph.D., assistant vice presi- dent and dean, graduate studies and Ted Stuban, Berwick research Plus a student representative Kenneth D. Schnure, Madhav President's Office P. M.S., registrar Sharma, Ph.D., director, interna- tional education Jessica S. Kozloff, Ph.D., president Karen Adrianne Flack, M.Ed., director, pre-collegiate arts and sciences Patrick J. Stapleton John director, academic advisement programs Sydney Howe-Barksdale,J.D., director, equity L. Slusser, B.A., assistant director, plan- ning, institutional research and infor- mation management social G. Michael Vavrek, Ph.D., dean, continuing and distance education Page Undergraduate Catalog 1 accommoda- Peter B. Walters, M.A., director, James Christy, M.Ed., associate director, ad- missions tive services Laura Youtz, M.A., JoAnne assistant registrar Day, M.Ed., director, academic internships Administration Jean Downing, M.S., Robert J. Parrish, Ed.D., vice president, adminis- Jeanne tration career development center Robert W. Abbott, MA., director, academic computing director, computer Boykin, director, university po- lice L. assistant director, physi- hol and wellness network DiLoretto, director, custodial ser- Robert D. Hakim, B.A., assistant director, purchasing Margaret Manning, M.S., human resources F. relations Michael, assistant director, Joseph C. Quinn, James G. McCormack, M.B.A., assistant director, administration and technology, residence director, collections tion and sions Burton purchasing office Roy Smith, M.A., management director, business office L. Stiner, B.S., director, J. Linda Sowash, M.Ed., budget and Mike Sowash, M.S., dent Thrush, M.S., C.P.A., assistant office director, Quest, corporate institute management dence Wayne E. director, residence life associate director, stu- activities, Edwin Valovage, comptroller, accounting, collections and M.Ed., assistant director, T. Reese, athletics administrative services Claudia life Lynda Michaels, M.Ed., assistant director, admissions and coordinator, orienta- human Michael Robatin, comptoller, accounting, and life Lyons, M.A., director, financial aid Kathy Mulka, M.Ed., assistant director, admis- resources and labor relations Barbara Kresch, associate director, residence Messinger, B.S., director, physical plant James Tom Tom assistant vice presi- dent and director, and labor pus child center Christopher J. Keller, director, admissions vices Thomas community Kehr Union Kathy Johnson, M.S., assistant director, cam- planning and construction P. Ed.D., comptroller, activities, Contos, M.Arch., assistant director, Vincent Kehr Union activities, Hill, Barry L.Jackson, Ph.D., director, drug, alco- Campbell, cal plant Tom dent David A. L. director, athletics Gilliland, M.A., assistant director, stu- ser- vices Robert Mary Gardner, Jimmy Glenn Bieber, M.S., Margaret director, S.O.L.V.E. R. Fitzgerald, M.S., assistant director, Kehr Union M.S., assistant director, resi- life operations Whitaker, M.S., assistant director, admissions and coordinator, minority Student Life recruitment H. Preston Herring, Ph.D., vice president, student life Donald W. Young, M.S., director, student standards and off-campus housing Carol G. Barnett, M.A., director, career de- University velopment center John Bieryla, M.A., assistant director, financial aid director, child center Lisa Cacciapaglia, M.Ed., associate director, residence Kambon Camara, center Anthony M. Ianiero, M.Ed., vice president, university Judy Coleman-Brinich, M.Ed., M.S., campus Advancement life M.S., director, counseling advancement and executive di- rector, foundation Susan R. Hicks, Ph.D., assistant director, de- velopment Doug C. Hippenstiel, M.Ed., director, alumni affairs 1 Bloomsburg University James Page Pennsylvania of media rela- superintendent of public instruction for Pennsylva- Lentczner, M.S., M.A., director uni- same post he had held from 1925 to 1927 coming to Bloomsburg. Dr. Harvey A. Andruss, then dean of instruction and former di- E. Hollister, B.S., director, tions and marketing nia, the Joan T. Tom McGuire, B.A., director, sports informa- versity and community relations Geoffrey Mehl, John prior to rector of the business education department, served as acting president from 1939 until January tion S. B.S., director, publications 1941, Mulka, D.Ed., special assistant to the vice president for university advance- ment and director, major forming when the school's trustees unanimously him president, a position he held until his elected retirement in 1969. During World War gifts Randall Presswood, M.F.A., director, per- service arts facilities II, the U.S. Navy V-12 Officer Training Program was conducted on the campus, a now commemorated by the Hall. In 1957, the Division of Special instituted. History of the University An academy "to a Bloomsburg was established in The academy continued with when a charter was pre- in 1839. Major expansions enrollment rose from 1,743 In 1960, the school's Bloomsburg and stock issued to reorganize as Bloomsburg Literary Institute. A building - now known as Carver Hall in memory of Henry Carver, for liberal arts pared is - of Navy in facilities, faculty and was erected in 1867. Today, it considered the university's landmark. in 1960 to nearly 6,228 in 1998. varied fortunes until 1856 principal at the time name Education was student body followed. Full-time undergraduate teach the youth the elements of education" classical 1 name was changed to State College. Authorization was re- ceived shortly thereafter to grant a Bachelor of Arts programs in the humanities, social and natural sciences and mathematics. sciences Graduate study leading to a Master of Education also was inaugurated. In 1968, approval was re- Wickersham, ceived for a Master of Arts; in 1970, for a Master of superintendent of public instruction, Bloomsburg Science; in 1976, for a Master of Business Adminis- Largely through the efforts of J. P. became Bloomsburg Literary Institute and State Normal School in 1869. The school continued under this name and organization until 1916 when it was purchased by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and named Bloomsburg State NorLiterary Institute mal School. and tration; Nursing. in 1982, for a A doctoral program Master of Science in in elementary educa- tion was initiated in 1982 in conjunction with Indi- ana University of Pennsylvania. Bloomsburg is a comprehensive institution of- fering curricula in the liberal arts, business, nurs- The emphasis at the Normal School changed ing, allied health sciences and teacher education. during the early '20s from secondary and college Degree programs are offered preparatory courses for special teachers to full-time bachelor's and master's levels, in addition to the teacher education. This new thrust in the curriculum led to the adoption of the designation Bloomsburg State Teachers College in May 1927. The institution was authorized to grant a Bachelor cooperative doctoral program. of Science in Education, a degree which prepared of Higher Education on July students for teaching careers in elementary and McCormick, Bloomsburg's president at the time, became the system's interim chancellor and later its first permanent chancellor. secondary schools. Under the (1927-1939), administration of Dr. Francis B. Haas great progress was made in the teacher education program including the addition of a new degree program in business education. Dr. Haas left Bloomsburg to accept an appointment as current nia, was title, at the associate, The institution's Bloomsburg University of Pennsylva- officially adopted when Commonwealth legislation established the 14-member 1, State System 1983. Dr. James H. In 1994, Dr. Jessica Sledge Kozloff was appointed the university's 18th president. Page 12 Undergraduate Catalog Harvey A. Andruss Library A four-level structure encompassing 105,000 gross square feet, the Harvey A. Andruss Library designed to fulfill is the programmatic mission of a university library serving students, faculty and the A faculty study with assignable lockers A graduate study with assignable lockers A Browsing Collection reading area A University Archives/Special Collections surrounding community. The building was de- An extended signed to provide: A Program of Resources to bring together organize and distribute print, microform, digital tal A special of Information based on digi- campus, the community and beyond hours study for student use when the closed occasion meeting A faculty sity to provide learn- more than 500,000 volumes Compact microfilm storage for 120,000 reels Up-to-date reader/printers for viewing more than 1.9 million Program of Leisure and Recreation introduce students and the larger nity to ideas and to commu- cultural events represent- Open A computers stained-glass win- dows from the "old" Waller Hall An more 135 public access connections for the future plug- exhibits lobby for local, regional and national traveling exhibitions Handicapped-accessible restrooms processing rooms with personal computers Intercoms on all levels for queries to the circulation and reference desks and access all levels 38-computer classroom and computer laboraan Integrated Multimedia Presenta- sity to the Univer- Police A synchronized clock system Air-handling and humidity control systems de- tion Station Study seating for 890 students, faculty and commu- nity patrons signed to regulate environmental conditions for 22 group study rooms for 6-12 students with access to digital data, television all "old" Waller Hall 200 personal computers for public access with a on and storage areas porch reminiscent of the Long Porch from the Three Tiffany and four Spence following special features: printers shelving in work levels In providing a facility to advance these pro- in of laptop in the library's collec- Photocopying/computer printing rooms on grams, the Harvey A. Andruss Library includes the capacity for 200 microforms access to current periodicals Compact book ing today's world community. tory with facilities for Areas for eating and drinking tions and with committee reading room for the univer- credit courses Word room television access promotion and tenure committees lum and reaching beyond the scope of A and Stack space for Program of Teaching ing opportunities supporting the curricu- A is audiovisual data transmitted throughout the Li- brary, the A library and audiovisual resources A Program reading room and VCRs book and microform preservation fire alarm and smoke Centralized security alarm, detection systems 3 Bloomsburg University of Page Pennsylvania the windows would provide the right atmo- Security monitors felt that Motion detectors sphere to put students in a more reflective and in areas requiring special security 1 stu- dious mood. Icons of Learning The library's stained-glass windows were all ac- quired between 1918 and 1920, thanks to the efforts of Professor O.H. Bakeless, who was secretary of the Memorial Committee. He was responsible for iting the necessary dents, faculty The made by They were purchased at a cost of $3,500, with funds coming from the Semi-centennial Memorial Fund. The windows represent Truth and Virtue and were ordered in 1919 and completed in 1920. They are installed on the second floor of the library. The semicircular title window surrounds the entrance to the City. University Archives/Special Collections Reading Bloomsburg State commemorate were Waller, who was presented Normal School by the alumni to and to service of Principal David J. retiring. The four rectangular windows the George W. Spence The Calliepian Literary in the University Room were made by Company of Boston at a cost Wisdom, from the Society and Knowledge, from first Cata- for the Social Sciences Robert A. Dunkelberger, University Archivist, Coordinator of Special Collections, Reference Librarian William J. Frost, Database Coordinator, Reference Librarian, Business Liaison Alexander Hartmann, Temporary Reference brarian, Subject Specialist Li- forEducation, Marilou Z. Hinchcliff, Coordinator of Cataloging; Faculty Chairperson Maria Silva Kuhn, Coordinator of Collection Devel- opment and Acquisitions Carolyn H. Lindberg, Temporary Reference Archives/Special Collections of nearly $400. its to the 50th class of teachers honor the longtime Bohm, Temporary Replacement: E. loged Reference Librarian, Subject Specialist 1998/99 academic year the third floor. windows Automation Faculty Deborah New York for stu- and alumni. three semi-circular windows were These John B. Pitcher, Assistant Director and Technical Operations solic- funds for the windows from the Louis Tiffany Studios of Room on Administration two, the Philologian Literary Society, were purchased and made in 1918. The second two, Temperance, from the YMCA and Virtue, from the YWCA, were ordered and received in 1919. Professor Bakelesss Li- brarian, Subject Specialist for the Natural Sci- ences and Nursing, 1998/99 academic year Janet Olsen, Administrative Services Librarian, Documents Librarian Nancy S. Weyant, Coordinator of Reference vices, Stephen Ser- Subject Specialist for the Humanities R. Wiist, Coordinator of Access Services Page 14 Undergraduate Catalog Campus directory Room Department/Program Note: Bloomsburg's area code Academic Advisement Academic Affairs, Provost is 570; 12 and Vice President Location all extensions are from the Extension 389 exchange Ben Franklin 4271 Carver 4308 Academic Computing 11 Ben Franklin 4100 Academic Internships 15 Ben Franklin 4678 Academic Support Services B6 Luzerne 4199 Accommodative Services Accounting, Department of 12 Ben Franklin 4491 219 Sudiff 4755 Accounts Payable 18 Waller 4017 Act 101/EOP 14 Waller 4492 Administration, Vice President 15 Waller 4115 Admissions, Office of 10 Ben Franklin 4316 Hartline 4130 Fenstermaker 4058 306 Old Science 4959 213 Old Science 4646 Navy 4436 McCormick 4231 126 Hartline 4136 Black Cultural Society 426 Kehr 4456 Business Education, Department of 212 Sudiff 4745 40 Waller 4013 Kehr 4070 Allied Health Sciences 105 Alumni Affairs Anthropology, Department of Art, Department of Audiology/Speech Pathology, Department of Audio-Visual Resources Biological and Allied Health Sciences, Department of Business Office 1 1231 Career Development Center 101 Chemistry, Department of 224 Child Center Hartline 4894 Elwell 4597 Navy 4436 College of Arts and Sciences 109 Waller 4410 College of Business 212 Sudiff 4745 McCormick McCormick 4005 221 Sutliff 4560 112 Ben Franklin 4255 Clinical Services 1 College of Professional Studies 3106 Communication Studies, Department of Computer and Information Systems, Department of Computer Services Development Developmental Instruction, Department of Drug/ Alcohol Awareness 1103 4631 Dev. Ctr. 14 324 Waller 4492 Kehr 4980 Bloomsburg University Early Page 15 Pennsylvania of Childhood and Elementary Education, Department of Economics, Department of 3217 313 Educational Technology Center 2219 McCormick 4030 Bakeless 4355 McCormick 4642 Elwell Residence Hall 4315 Engineering/Liberal Arts Program 54 Hartline 4148 119 Bakeless 4427 Exceptionality Programs, Department of 101 Navy 4199 Finance and Business Law, Department of 221 Sutliff 4560 Scranton 4484 Hartline 4108 Andruss 4015 Waller 4022 Old Science 4193 English, Department of Food Service Geography and Geosciences, Department of Graduate Studies and Research, Office of 1165 Grants Accounting 17 Graphic Art Studio G24 Haas Center for the Arts 4284 Health, Physical Education and Athletics, Department of History, Department of 239 Nelson 4376 105 Old Science 4159 Honors Program 007 Bakeless 4713 Human 134 Waller 4415 Resources/Labor Relations, Office of Information Center Kehr 3900 4506 1210 McCormick McCormick Interdisciplinary Studies G7 Old Science 4859 International Education B7 Luzerne 4973 Internships 15 Ben Franklin 4678 Institute for Interactive Technology Instructional Technology, 1210 Department of Intramural Sports Languages and Cultures, Department of Library, 227 Harvey A. Andruss 4506 Rec Center 4885 Old Science 4750 Andruss 4224 Luzerne Residence Hall 4305 Lycoming Residence Hall 4320 Magee Center Management, Department of Marketing and Communcations, Office of Marketing, Department of Mass Communication, Department of Mathematics, Computer Science and Statistics, Department of Medical Technology Program Montgomery Place Apartments Montour Residence Hall Bloomsburg 4420 221 Sutliff 4385 105 Waller 4043 221 Sutliff 4385 McCormick McCormick 4836 Hartline 4130 1124 1106 105 2900 4330 Monty's Music, Deparment of 4504 215 Monty's 2525 Haas 4289 Nelson Field House 4049 Nursing, Department of McCormick Off-Campus Housing Elwell 2751 Sutliff 4023 Office Information Systems Program 212 Orientation Office Ben Franklin 4659 Simon 4323 103 Haas 4291 218 Bakeless 4331 55 Hartline 4149 139 Waller 4054 213 Bakeless 4086 16 Outdoor Experiential Learning Performing Arts Facilities Philosophy, Department of Physics, Department of Planning, Institutional Research, Information Political Science, Department of Management 4600 Page 16 Undergraduate Catalog President, Office of the Psychology, Department of 2103 Quest Reading Clinic 104 Recreation Center Registrar, Office of 1 Research Sponsored Programs G16 Residence Life School of Education 3105 School of Health Sciences 3109 School Science/Math Association 2225 Carver 4526 McCormick 4469 Simon 4323 Navy 4092 Rec Center 4772 Ben Franklin 4263 Andruss 4129 Elwell 4089 McCormick McCormick McCormick 4865 Schuylkill Residence Hall Scranton 4327 Commons 4482 Secondary Education Program Social Equity Office Sociology, Social Welfare 4423 4915 3217 103 and Criminal Justice, Department of 2120 SOLVE Speech, Hearing, Language Clinic Sports Information, Office of 1 104A McCormick 4030 Ben Franklin 4528 McCormick 4243 Bloomsburg 4788 Navy 4436 Waller 4413 Student Activities 339 Kehr 4845 Student Health Center 324 Kehr 4451 Student Life 326 Kehr 4062 Elwell 4734 Telecommunications G49 40A Waller 4406 The Voice 428 Student Standards Kehr 4457 1103 McCormick 4631 Tutorial Services G07 Luzerne 2720 TV-Radio Services 1231 McCormick 4231 Theatre Arts Program Advancement Waller 4524 University Records Center Andruss 4814 University Store Bookstore 4102 Waller 4112 Upward Bound Wilson 4289 Volunteer Services Bloomsburg 4455 WBUQ-FM McCormick 4686 University University Women's and Community Relations Studies Work-Study Program 115 104 115 19 Bakeless 2728 Ben Franklin 4498 7 Bloomsburg University of Page Pennsylvania 1 College of Arts and Sciences Hsien-Tung Liu Dean, College of Arts and Sciences The College of Arts and ricula in Sciences includes cur- 20 departments with the expressed inten- tion requirements section. major and fulfills Each student selects a the major requirements as stated beginning of the course descriptions for each tion of providing a quality liberal arts education. at the These curricula encourage broad exposure of the 20 departments in Arts and Sciences. Several knowledge, ideas and intellectual process. The eral arts tural philosophy places strong emphasis on and scientific knowledge and on health programs in medical imaging and medical critical Bachelor of to a Sci- Bloomsburg University was first authorized to and the Bachelor of Science in 1963. Today, the college comprises nearly 47 percent of the students the faculty at Bloomsburg and two thirds of University. Practically all General Education courses - a certain these courses are required of number of students of the all university seeking a baccalaureate degree - are of- fered through Arts and Sciences. The Bachelor technology include substantial ment. In addition to achieving involve- clinical an in-depth under- standing of an academic discipline by completing the requirements of a major, students knowledge ence or a Bachelor of Arts or both. offer the Bachelor of Arts in 1960 fulfilling essential skills any particular profes- Degree programs lead programs have more than one option for the major requirements. For example, the allied and the use of technology absolutely neces- sary for the preparation for sion. lib- cul- such as reading, writing, quantitative and analysis to in a nor requirements of another demic minor may gain second area by completing the mi- consists of a discipline. minimum Each aca- of 18 semester hours of courses. The following disciplines offer academic minors: anthropology, tory, biology, glish, computer art studio, art his- science, economics, En- French, geography, German, history, math- ematics, music, philosophy, physics, political sci- ence, psychology, sociology and Spanish. There are also interdisciplinary minors such as Latin Ameri- of Arts offers the student the op- can Studies and Women's Studies. Consult the area portunity for a liberal education through study in of interest in the catalog for course requirements. the humanities, the social sciences sciences and the natural and mathematics. The Bachelor of Arts for majors in the academic disciplines of manities and social sciences. is Preprofessional and Career Advisement Com- mittees offer special supplementary advisement to Members of these committees help stu- arts, hu- students. The Bachelor of Sci- dents learn about admission requirements of pro- ence provides the opportunity for a liberal tion together with a specialization in a educa- number of fessional schools or careers courses in harmony with and select college these requirements. Stu- graduates dents interested in preprofessional or career advis- are prepared for a wide range of future goals. Stu- ing should indicate this interest on the admission fields in the natural sciences. Liberal arts dents who are undeclared or undecided about an academic major are encouraged and Sciences studies or curricula. to enroll in Arts There are interdisciplinary broad area programs. application to the university so that appropriate may be notified. As a rule, professional schools for dentistry, medicine, optometry, pharmacy, podiatry and vet- advisers must complete the general educa- erinary medicine do not tion requirements described in the general educa- major, but they do All students specify specify an undergraduate minimum essential 8 Page Undergraduate Catalog 1 courses, especially in the sciences These minimum and mathematics. requirements usually include dent study proposal, along with the name of the faculty sponsor, is submitted to the appropriate courses in general chemistry organic chemistry, department for recommendation, then mathematics, biology and physics. High standards for final approval. of undergraduate scholarship must be achieved if One school. hundred percent dean a student wishes to compete for admission to a professional to the of Bloomsburg University's graduates who apply to medical and dental schools are accepted when recommended by the Pre-Med Committee. Students Academic Departments The College of Arts and Sciences includes 20 academic departments. Chairpersons are elected partment of Biological and Allied Health Sciences and departments with more members also name an assistant chairperson. During summer sessions, a faculty member is designated as the summer chair. While which most departments enjoy anticipating these careers should contact the De- provides faculty coordinators for preprofessional advisement. (Programs in allied health sciences, which require considerable cal experience, e.g., clini- medical imaging and medical technology, are also sponsored by this depart- ment.) There are guaranteed admission slots of- fered by the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic who Students need to intend to enter the legal profes- be cognizant of the variations in en- The Pre-Law Advisory Committee counsels students on course trance requirements for law schools. selection. tions Most law schools will consider applica- from students with diverse majors, emphasiz- ing the value of a thoroughly cultivated mind rather than a specific body of knowledge. Students interested in a law career or pre-law advisement should contact Dr.George Political Agbango in the Department of Science in the College of Arts and Sciences Rockwood in the Department of Finance and Business Law in the College of Business. or Dr. Bruce Independent study provides an opportunity for the advanced student to pursue in-depth individualized study in a topic of special value or interest to the student. A limited number of independent study offerings are available each semester. Students interested in applying for independent study should develop a written proposal with their faculty sponsor. cycle than 15 faculty full-time secretarial sup- some departments share clerical staff and rely on part-time and student help. The academic departments in arts and sciences include: Department of Anthropology Department of Art Department of Biological and Allied Health port, Sciences Medicine. sion on a three-year The proposed number of semester hours should be indicated in the proposal. The indepen- Department of Chemistry Department of Communication Studies and Theatre Arts Department of Economics Department of English Department of Geography and Geosciences Department of Health, Physical Education and Ath- letics Department of History Department of Instructional Technology Department of Languages and Cultures Department of Mass Communications Department of Mathematics, Computer Science and Statistics Department of Music Department of Philosophy Department of Physics Department of Political Science Department of Psychology Department of Sociology, Social Welfare and Criminal Justice 9 Bloomsburg University Page Pennsylvania of 1 ANT(46) Anthropology The department offers summer field schools where methods and techniques in archaeological analysis are refined. During summers and upon graduation, Administered by: Department of Anthropology College: College of Arts and Sciences Campus address: Old Science Hall many students have Telephone number: (570) 389-4860 rary or Fax number: (570) 389-4459 opportunities to find tempo- permanent employment in the field of ar- chaeology both in the United States and abroad. Department chair: David Minderhout The program Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts has provided fieldwork and study in North America, Mesoamerica and South America. About the Program Anthropology Anthropology, the study of humankind, at- tempts to establish useful information and generali- and zations about people, their behavior tural and their cul- biological origins to arrive at the fullest possible understanding of human diversity. Anthro- pology promotes global cultural awareness through classroom studies of cultures everywhere. Anthropology, in common with other sciences, concerned with the formulation and has an impor- in di- and prehistoric human behav- offers two minors, anthropology and one in Latin American Studies. taught by nationally majoring this end, the depart- in known anthropology is faculty. Each student expected to enroll in a the field. In addition, majors take an upper-level course and writing a research course designed to teach Internet in Prehistoric Archaeology - features a special in prehistoric archaeology. Stu- library, writing skills the discipline through an internship, an indepen- dent study or a field methods course. An additional 15 credits in elective courses fulfills the major. The anthropology faculty endeavor to know each of their students personally lum The Anthropology Department program emphasis To offers an unusually wide variety of courses pected to have practical hands-on experience in department Program Emphasis anthropology so that human is by studying material remains from past cultures. one careers in the discipline. ment in to fulfilling professional societies across the biological variability; Additionally, the may go on and and a rigorous senior-level course on anthropological theory. Each major is also ex- archaeology, which seeks to explain ior graduates on non-human primates, world; physical anthropology, which traces and its courses in each of the three major subdisciplines of vided into three study areas: cultural anthropology, origins undergraduate education testing of hy- At Bloomsburg University, anthropology life in Bloomsburg - The Department dedicated to providing a quality core set of seven courses, including introductory tant humanistic tradition. which studies ways of at is is potheses or tentative explanations of observed hu- man phenomena. Anthropology also of Anthropology and will tailor the curricu- to individual student needs. This curriculum is designed to prepare students for admission to graduate school in anthropology. Each year, approximately one-third of the seniors dents can enroll in multiple archaeology courses to majoring gain a professional understanding of academic ar- with 90 percent accepted at their first-choice chaeology and archaeological method and theory. tution. in anthropology apply to graduate school, insti- Page 20 Undergraduate Catalog To help these students be competitive cipline, the faculty strongly in the dis- encourages student may conduct search opportunities. Students re- lowing two subdisciplines: Archaeology 46.300 Archaeological re- Method and Theory search in any of the subdisciplines of anthropology 46.301 Field Archaeology with the goal of presenting their research at a local, 46.310 Aztecs and Mayans regional or national conference. lence in anthropology Lambda bership in is Academic 46.311 Archaeology of Northeastern North excel- rewarded through mem- America 46.312 South American Archaeology Alpha, the national honorary 46.340 Native North Americans society for anthropology. Qualified anthropology majors are also encour- aged to participate in the university's gram. An Cultural Anthropology 46.102 Anthropology and World Problems honors pro- anthropology club and a monthly active 46.260 newsletter also support students' interest in the Men and Women: An Anthropological Perspective 46.290 Race and Racism field. Those students who do not choose 46.320 Contemporary World Cultures to attend graduate school receive the same careful attention and preparation couraged as those who to increase their opportunities for ployment through internships chaeology, 46.333 Ethnic Identity in the United States 46.350 Medical Anthropology do. Students are en- or, in employment while em- the case of 46.360 Pseudoscience 46.370 Indigenous Cultures of ar- contract archaeology firms. These students are also encouraged to develop skills in computing, 46.390 Socialization of the Child 46.440 Language and Culture lan- guages or other areas to help them reach employ- ment goals. Anthropology majors have gone on Modern Mexico a student at local 46.450 Peoples and Cultures of South America to productive careers in business and government, 46.466 Independent Study in Anthropology with 85 percent of students finding meaningful 46.475 Field Methods in Cultural employment within a year of graduation. Anthropology 46.480 Religion and Magic Required Courses 46.495 Special Topics in Anthropology In addition to 54 semester hours of general education requirements, a total of 36 semester hours required for a major in anthropology. An is addi- tional 38 semester hours of elective courses satisfies the 128-hour requirement for a bachelor's degree. The following courses are required: advised to take an introductory course in computer science. Minor in Latin American Studies - In coopera- tion with the departments of History 46.200 Principles of Cultural Anthropology 46.210 Prehistoric Archaeology 46.220 46.497 Internship in Anthropology Students contemplating graduate school are credit Human Origins and Lan- guages and Cultures, the department offers a 21- minor in Latin American Studies for students with an interest in the cultures of Mexico, Central 46.385 Anthropology Research and Writing and South America and the Spanish or French- 46.405 Primates speaking Caribbean. Six credits are in language 46.470 History of Anthropological Thought courses, either Spanish or French. and Theory Choose one of the following four The remaining 15 credits are divided as follows. A minimum of six credits from: courses: 46.301 Field Archaeology 46.310 Aztecs and Mayas 46.466 Independent Study in Anthropology 46.312 South American Archaeology 46.475 Field Methods in Cultural 46.333 Ethnicity in the United States Anthropology 46.370 Indigenous Cultures of 46.497 Internship in Anthropology Elective Courses - Students may choose five more semester hours. At least 6 semester hours must come from each of the folcourses, totaling 15 or Modern Mexico 46.450 Peoples and Cultures of South America Bloomsburg University of Page 21 Pennsylvania 46.495 Special Topics in Anthropology: 46.200 Principles of Cultural Anthropology Mexico Study Abroad 46.210 Prehistoric Anthropology 46.495 Special Topics in Anthropology: 46.220 Peoples of the Caribbean 46.497 Internship in Anthropology (must be Human Origins and 9 additional semester hours from department electives. related to the minor) A minimum Faculty Profiles of three credits from: 42.142 Latin America: Thomas From European sity Colonization to the Present New York - B.A., State College at Geneseo; M.A., Ph.D., State University of New York at Albany 12.213 Hispanics in the U.S.: Culture and David J. Minderhout, chairperson, professor- B.A., Literature M.A., 12.290 Spanish Studies Abroad (Latin Michigan State America and Caribbean only) Ph.D., University; Georgetown University Faith Warner-Lange, assistant professor 10.290 French Studies Abroad (Caribbean - B.A., Bloomsburg University; M.A., Syracuse Univer- only) 10.495 Special Topics (approved by adviser) 12.495 Special Topics (approved by adviser) 38.498 Internship in the Humanities: Puerto Rican Study Abroad - A minor constitutes 18 semester hours in anthropology. This includes three required courses: University of University of Civilization Anthropology B.A., Univer- Susan R. Dauria, associate professor and Civilization 12.212 Spanish American Culture and 12.211 Spanish Culture in - Dame; M.A., Ph.D., Urbana-Champaign Aleto, associate professor Illinois, 12.207 Hispanic Daily Life and Customs Minor F. of Notre sity Dee Anne Wymer, professor The Ohio State University - B.A., M.A., Ph.D., Page 22 Undergraduate Catalog Allied Health Preparatory Administered by: Department of Biological and Allied Health Campus address: 1 possess an associate degree in It is presently pursued only by Therapy Associate Degree Program. The course 05 Hartline Science Center re- Telephone number: (570) 3894130 quirements, leading to the B.S. degree, are similar Fax number: (570) 389-3028 to those for medical imagers described elsewhere. Lynne C. Miller, E. Cole Allied Health Preparatory Programs Casey Shonis, Cynthia Surmacz, Margaret Affiliated who graduates of the Mansfield University Respiratory and Sciences Program coordinator: James Advisers: those students respiratory therapy. Sciences College: Arts Programs A. Therapy, Pre-Physical Pre-Occupational L. Till Therapy, Pre-Cytotechnology and Pre-Pharmacy web site: http://vesta.bloomu.edu/~biology/ preparatory programs usually require two to four years to complete. After this period, transfer About The the made Programs allied health science programs are part of the Department of Biological and Allied Health Sciences at Bloomsburg University. Approximately half of the students in this department are majoring in the health career disciplines of physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical technology, medical imaging, respiratory therapy, pharmacy and cytotechnology. Medical Technology and Medical Imaging, both formal degree programs, are described the catalog. In some instances, Bloomsburg University confers the baccalaureate elsewhere in degree, as with medical technology, respiratory therapy and medical imaging; while in the others, the degree is conferred by another health agency or university away from the Bloomsburg campus. Each of the Allied Health Preparatory Programs at the university combines a strong liberal arts focus Bloomsburg's allied health programs are rigor- ous and high school students considering careers in this area should have a strong background in sciences as well as exceptional reading sion all specific degrees in these areas. Students who select one of these preparatory programs follow a course of study that prepares them for entry into a variety of programs at different schools and for a degree in biology to remain the comprehen- at Bloomsburg University if they wish for four years. Advisement. Presently four faculty members, in the all Department of Biological and Allied Health Sciences, serve as advisers for the preparatory cur- Each is familiar with the admission requirements for allied health schools across the country. Placement. Placement to complete the degree in an allied health program away from the campus is not guaranteed. However, the placement success at Bloomsburg has been good and the placement ricula. sites with specialization in career-oriented courses. is where completion of the professional (clinical) education occurs and a degree is conferred. Bloomsburg University does not offer to institutions vary considerably. The opportunity to obtain a degree in physical therapy or occupational therapy has been greatly enhanced by two universities in affiliation agreements with major the Philadelphia area: Thomas Jefferson University's College of Health Professions skills. Respiratory Therapy program, - This new baccalaureate initiated in the fall of 1998, is designed for and Medical College of Pennsylvania-Hahneman University's School of Health Professions. Bloomsburg University The of affiliation with Page 23 Pennsylvania Thomas Jefferson 20.201 Composition University degree pro- facilitates transfer to upper-division II 45.211 Principles of Sociology (not grams for students who have completed a minimum of two or three years preparatory education at 48.101 General Psychology Bloomsburg. These "2+2," "2+3" or "3+3" arrange- 50.110 Biology of Animals ments provide the advantage of offering a quality, 50.173 reasonably priced education at a rural university 50.174 combined with 46.200 Principles of Cultural Anthropology ting at a required for physical therapy) training in an attractive urban setmajor medical center. Although the "2+2" arrangement is still most in place for or 45.215 Racial and National Minority Groups (not required for allied health programs, the arrangement for physical therapy physical therapy) is "2+3" or "3+3" and culminates in a master's degree one of the following three courses: 48.210 Life Span Psychology Select from Thomas Jefferson University. Bloomsburg University is a participant in the PACE (Plan A College Education) program sponsored by 48.211 Child Psychology 48.335 Abnormal Psychology (required for Thomas Jefferson University's College of PACE is an early admission pro- occupational therapy only) one of the following three courses: 53.112 Trigonometry Health Professions. gram Select for academically talented high school seniors wishing to matriculate to sity after 53.123 Essentials of Calculus Univer- attending an accredited university for at least the first It is Thomas Jefferson 53.125 Analysis two years. also important to Anatomy and Physiology I Anatomy and Physiology II 48.160 Basic know that many I Statistics Introductory physical or 53.141 Statistics Chemistry and physics courses are required for therapy programs are entered only after the stu- dent receives a baccalaureate degree and the post- the physical therapy program at baccalaureate program leads to a master's degree. University. Medical College of Pennsylvania versity has - Hahneman such a program and their Thomas Jefferson These include: 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic Uni- Chemistry affiliation with Bloomsburg University virtually ensures matriculation provided undergraduate requirements are 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry 54.111 Introductory Physics I met. All of these undergraduate requirements are 54.112 Introductory Physics II part of the B.S. degree in Biology at Bloomsburg University. Colleges of pharmacy offering the bachelor's degree require tion. Students five years who complete 55 semester hours in occupational therapy or 65 semester hours in physical therapy. of undergraduate educa- are interested in this career take Bloomsburg of pharmacy for three two years of pre-pharmacy work and then Students must select additional elective courses to transfer to a college at additional years of professional training. Some re- cent programs have added a fourth year, leading to a Pharm. D. degree. Core Curriculum. More than 70 students are Allied Health Affiliating Agencies Abington Memorial Hospital, Abington Geisinger Medical Center, Danville The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, Md. Reading Hospital and Medical Center, Reading Guthrie Medical Center, Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre enrolled in the pre-physical therapy program; listed Allegheny University Hospitals, Elkins Park, Md. below are some of the courses found Sacred Heart Hospital, Allentown riculum. The in that cur- curricula for the other preparatory programs are similar to pre-P.T. but do vary; hence, students are encouraged to design a program that fits the requirements of the school to which they wish to transfer. Like pre-P.T, the courses in pre-oc- cupational therapy, pre-cytotechnology and pre- pharmacy are drawn primarily from the biological and behavioral sciences. following courses are required: 20.101 Composition Medical I Consortium, Technology Scranton Divine Providence Hospital, Williamsport Lancaster General Hospital, Lancaster Thomas Jefferson University, College of Health Professions, Philadelphia York Hospital, York Medical College of Pennsylvania University Professional Courses The physical, Scranton Mansfield University of Pennsylvania - Hahneman Page 24 Undergraduate Catalog ART, ARH, ARS 31, 32) (30, Art History, Art Studio understanding of art theory and practice and the Administered by: Department of Art College: Arts appreciation of art as a humanistic, academic disci- and Sciences Campus address: 213 Old Science Hall pline. All the same, the department is equipped for the future with a state-of-the-art computer graph- Telephone number: (570) 3894646 Fax number: (570) 389-4459 ics lab for student use. Art history involves understanding these works Department chair: Christine M. Sperling of creativity through the ages and across diverse Degree awarded Bachelor of Arts : Such an understanding cultures. entails not only developing a basic visual vocabulary of great works About the Program The Art Department of art and architecture past and present, but also offers undergraduate ma- the capacity to articulate their appearance, to de- jor degree programs in art studio and art history. scribe These disciplines are related and complementary. explore the ideals and practices of their times. The An understanding of art, whether it is an artistic medium such as photography or an artistic period museum and such as the Italian Renaissance, expands and illuminates the academic liberal arts curriculum by bring- ing to students evidence of our most subtle, evated and human forms el- of visual expression. to the library are the studio of the art many Students participate in rich activities that en- and expand the classroom experience. In addi- tion to trips to New York City and Washington, D.C., and museums, the Haas Gallery brings sev- eral artists to campus each semester to show their process and to pursue a vocation in the Studio course offerings at Bloomsburg Uni- evidenced by the permanent collection, particu- versity include ceramics, computer graphics, crafts, drawing, graphics, painting, photography and sculpture. Students, both in studio art and those with other majors but similar creative interests, develop skills which sonal satisfaction will may be a deep source of per- now and throughout life. In the studio courses, the students learn the discipline and technical processes for creating art as well as the work and larly the to monumental outdoor sculptures recently donated by Philip and Muriel Berman and the anagama vases by Shiho Kansaki, the Japanese ce- ramicist, displayed in the Kehr Union. An dent Art Association offers trips for its activities like members and active Stu- movies and organizes the annual, juried Student Art Exhibition. Besides their facility in their discipline and their medium. experience in teaching, the Art Department faculty latter takes place particularly in the critiques, bring to the classroom an impressive array of expe- aesthetic principles associated with that The and meet and talk with students. The presence of art on the Bloomsburg University campus is artistic field. including self-expression, to learn an discuss the cultures they evidence historian. galleries Students undertake the study of art studio for many reasons, and the in-depth class discussions of the has accomplished. for an artist, work the The most advantageous class training particularly in today's constantly changing technical environment, is a foundational and expertise to share with the students. Beamer collaborates closely with Shiho riences Karl Kansaki, mentioned above anagama kiln on and has built a Japanese his property outside Bloomsburg. Bloomsburg University Page 25 Pennsylvania of Students are invited to participate in the firings there. Carol Burns teaches Crafts and Fabric Design 32.151 Three-Dimensional Design 32.152 Two-Dimensional Design resides part of the year in Santa Fe where she 32.231 Painting studies the folk-art traditions of the American 32.241 Sculpture and southwest. Gary Clark published as a prolifically is computer graphics artist and is a frequently requested panelist at computer conferences. Vincent Hron is the painting instructor and exhibits his work nationally. Stewart Nagel teaches graphics and printmaking and offers a course in children's art as well. Andrea Pearson publishes and speaks nationally on issues of gender in Northern Renaissance art and offers courses too in museum studies. Christine Sperling regularly offers a abroad course research in Renaissance summer study- of her art historical in Italy, the site Barbara Strohman art. and brings the director of the Haas Gallery is I I Choose two courses from Art History Specialization - Three levels of one of the (31) follow- ing: ceramics, fabric design, graphics, painting, photography, sculpture, weaving or computer graphics Art Electives - Complete the 39 credits for major with art electives in Art History or Art Studio. Requirements for Art History mester hours is - A total The degree program in art history provides view of the history of art together with competency of 39 se- required for a major in art history. in a foreign an over- minimum language pertinent to the to the discipline, as well as direct experience of the art- classroom her knowledge of museums and galleries making process through studio courses. Art history majors are expected to work closely with their adviser to identify courses that are most relevant to their interests and postgraduate goals. Required here and in Europe. Vera Viditz-Ward is deeply in- volved in documenting with her photography the lives of people in West Africa, where she lived for many years. Charles T. Walters' specialty is later 19th American art and culture. The art studio and art history undergraduate degrees both provide the foundation for future activity in for the discipline, whether which a bachelor's degree advanced study stitution. tory and at the For students it be employment suitable or further is graduate level at another in minor programs in- in art his- art studio, for students in other and offers experiences, training Core Choose eight courses from the following 12 courses: 31.215 American Art History 31.225 History of Architecture 31.235 Ancient and Medieval Art 31.236 Art from the Renaissance Through degree programs and for non-degree participants, the Art Department courses include: in- sight into the fascinating world of art. Impressionism 31.324 History of Photography 31.345 Islamic Art 31.346 Art History of the Far East 31.355 History of Required Courses For the BA. or art history, students and whatever free eral elective courses hours half remain to the 1 to bring the the for Bloomsburg University at least seven must take degree Of the must be taken at at least program to graduate with a art studio or art history. elective number of semester 28. Transfer students credits Art 31.375 Independent Study in Art History in art studio must fulfill the requirements for the major, the gencredits Modern major 31.365 Italian Renaissance Art 31.366 Northern Renaissance Art 31.373 31.451 Museum Exhibition at 30.385 Philosophy/Psychology of Art in 32.480 Internship In Art (depending on the 13 courses needed, Bloomsburg. Romanesque and Gothic Art on Museums 31.450 Perspectives nature of the internship experience, All art 3-6 credits) courses at Bloomsburg are three semester hours Or any unless indicated otherwise. Art Studio: Six semester hours in art studio Requirements for Art Studio mester hours is - A total of 39 se- required for a major in art studio. Required courses include: Core other Art History course courses in areas such as drawing, painting, sculpture, 2D or 3D photography, weaving and 32.111 Drawing I 32.212 Drawing II design, ceramics, fabric design, graphics, computer graphics. Page 26 Undergraduate Catalog Art electives: Three semester hours in an art elective class (art history or art Faculty Profiles Karl A. Beamer, associate professor studio) State College; M.F.A., Language: Six semester hours in a foreign language, namely French, German, Italian or a language approved by the department chairperson. Art history majors intending to continue studies at the graduate level should take two levels of the same language to acquire greater proficiency. - Kutztown B.S., The Pennsylvania State University Carol Burns, associate professor - B.S., The Pennsyl- vania State University; M.A., University of Northern Colorado; M.F.A., Cranbrook Acad- emy Gary F. of Art Maryland Clark, professor- B.F.A., Institute College of Art; M.A., West Virginia University Vincent Hron, assistant professor Drake B.F.A., - University; M.F.A., University of Michigan Minor in Art Studio 9 semester hours from three levels of a studio specialization: ceramics, drawing, fabric design, graphics, painting, photography, sculpture or weaving. 6 semester hours art studio choice (Code 32) 30.101 Introduction to Art Stewart L. Nagel, professor- B.F.A., Cooper Union; M.F.A., Pratt Institute Andrea Pearson, assistant professor G. - B.A., Augustana College; M.A., University of Iowa; Ph.D., University of California, Santa Barbara Christine M. Sperling, associate professor, chair- person Ph.D., - B.A., M.A., University of Brown Oregon; University BarbaraJ. Strohman, professor - B.S., University of Maryland; M.F.A., Maryland Institute College Minor in Art History 15 semester hours in art history courses (Code 31) 30.101 Introduction to Art of Art Vera Viditz-Ward, associate professor ford Art School/University - B.F.A., Hart- Of Hartford; M.F.A., Indiana University Thomas Walters, associate professor- B.M., Depauw University; M.F.A., University of Wis- Charles consin; Ph.D., University of Michigan Bloomsburg University BIO of Page 27 Pennsylvania (50) Biology Administered by: Department ot Biological and Allied Health ogy, nutrition, parasitology, plant pathology, plant The physiology and plant systematics. Sciences collective ex- College: Arts and Sciences periences and training of the faculty afford each Campus address: 1 25 Hartline Science Center student the opportunity to develop under a highly competent Telephone number: (570) 3894400 A Fax number: (570) 389-3028 tutelage. variety of equipment and facilities supports Department chair: Louis Mingrone the teaching and research activities of the depart- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts ment. These include an animal room, an aquatics room, Affiliated website: httptfvesta.bloomu.edu/~biology/ cell center, About The the Programs ics study of living systems prepares students for an exciting variety of professions. Bloomsburg University graduates who major allied health sciences find and in the biological employment in a wide spectrum of careers or continue with their studies in professional school or graduate school. Many enter the work force as allied health professionals, biology laboratory, computer resource darkroom, fungal culture collection, genet- laboratory, greenhouse, growth chambers, her- barium, microbiology laboratories, parasitology laboratories sity is also a and radiation laboratory. member of the Marine The univer- Science Consor- tium, maintaining a research laboratory at the Marine Science Center at Wallops Island, Virginia. Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts may dents - Stu- elect to earn either a bachelor of arts as laboratory or field technicians or as teachers. (B.A.) or a bachelor of science (B.S.) in biology. They work in private industry, research centers, Both programs offer options health care facilities and government agencies. marine biology. The The Department of Biological and Allied Health Sciences offers a small school's personal attention while providing a large school's opportunities. Since upper-level class size averages between 12 and 15 students, there is ample opportunity for in microbiology and program provides a rigor- ous background in biology (38 credit hours) chem, istry (20 credit hours), physics (8 credit hours) and mathematics (6 credit hours). The program meets the needs of students who plan to enter graduate or professional school in the natural sciences and and students of those seeking employment in the private sector for hands-on experience. Opportunities for and government agencies. The B.A. program allows more freedom in choosing courses, especially in a minor or second vidualized interaction between faculty and indi- B.S. independent studies and internships are also avail- able. Each of the 18 ulty holds a Ph.D. full-time The and one part-time fac- areas of faculty specialization academic major. The program requires courses in biology (38 credit hours), chemistry (16 credit include animal behavior, animal physiology, botany, hours) and mathematics (6 credit hours). B.A. environmental microbiology, graduates have entered fields such as outdoor edu- cell biology, ecology, exercise physiology, fungal genetics, herpetology, human genetics, immunology, marine biology, medical microbiology, molecular biology, mycol- cation and biological illustration. Students pursuing either a B.S. or a B.A. elect an option in may microbiology or marine biology. Page 28 Undergraduate Catalog The core requirements are the same as for the general B.S. and B.A. programs, but appropriate additional course work is also required. The microbiology option is also open to medical technology majors. The marine biology option requires that at least four summer courses be taken at the Marine Science Center in Virginia. this The placement career choice. of Bloomsburg University graduates in professional schools, especially those in medicine and dentistry, has been More than 85 percent of the students recommended by the Pre-Professional Advisory noteworthy. Committee have gained acceptance Some former students schools. to professional lead their classes in as a biology teacher on the secondary school level can earn teaching credentials at Bloomsburg. at these schools. The classroom and laboratory preparation the students received and the close faculty supervision offered to them Through during their undergraduate years B.S. in Education the - Students considering a career College of Professional Studies' academic standing at Bloomsburg School of Education, the university offers a bach- University are believed to be major factors for suc- elor of science in education (B.S.Ed.) with a con- cess. centration biology. Biology also is an optional area A number of required courses are taught in the of specialization for students majoring in elemen- Department of Biological and Allied Health tary education. ences. Students interested in pursuing a medical Research and Internship In addition to course - work, students have opportunities to learn biology in a hands-on setting outside of the classroom. This The graduate and graduate logical research levels. faculty elective credit (usually 3 or 6 credit hours). liberal arts courses Internship experiences allow students to earn dardized tests working as a biologist. Expe- and faculty evaluations. chance of acceptance to a professional school The posed of Pre-Professional Committee partment of Chemistry. In addition sylvania Department of Agriculture and the Fish Commission; Children's Museum; Macneil Pharmaceutical Company; Elmwood Park Zoo; Geisinger Medical Center; Pennsylvania Power and Light; and many other private and government ating and committee's recommendation. Three Pre-Professional Study who intend to such as osteopathic, allopathic or veterinary medicine; optometry; podiatry; or dentistry can choose a major such as biology, chemistry or physics. As a rule, professional schools do not graduate major, but do specify specify an under- minimum essential requirements, including courses in general chemistry organic chemistry, mathematics, biology and of credentials is to providing responsible for evalu- students who seek levels the of rec- ommendation are offered by the committee: strongly recommended, recommended and recommended with reservations. The latter endorsement indicates that a student falls short of one or more of the measured criteria. The majority of students rec- ommended enter a professional field is com- from the Department of and Allied Health Sciences and the De- advisement, the committee agencies. is five professors Biological Park Service; the Smithsonian Institution; the Penn- Wildlife By the time a student in the program attains junior standing, riences have included assignment with the National Students is highly excellent. university credits while program of record, resume, performance on required stan- Students pursue bio- under the direction of a member, earning biology A strong programs faculty maintains active research at science courses required for entrance into medical school. both the under- or internship. which students are involved career must follow a degree program that includes recommended by American medical schools. The Pre-Professional Advisory Committee bases recommendations on the student's academic can be done through an independent study project in Sci- by the Pre-Professional Committee are either strongly recommended or recommended. Students not seeking the committee's evaluation can receive a tials and However, realistic letters of this assessment of their creden- recommendation from faculty. route for seeking acceptance is not the most desirable. Each student is assigned a major advisor, who faculty member with is a special insight into the profes- physics. sional field selected by the student High standards of undergraduate scholarship are demanded for consideration. You should con- ments necessary for acceptance by professional tact either co-chair of the Pre-Professional Advisory Committee for advisement if you are considering schools. In addition, any Pre-Professional Advisory guidance to the students. and the member require- of Committee can the offer Bloomsburg University Many opt students Page 29 Pennsylvania of to attend professional schools in Pennsylvania, for example: Hershey, University Jefferson University, Temple University, Penn of Pennsylvania, State Thomas of Pittsburgh, University Allegheny University, Philadel- phia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Lake Erie of elective courses to meet the university require- ment of 128 hours choose an option College of Optometry. microbiology or marine 50. 120 Biology of Plants Bloomsburg Alumni have attended other professional schools such as Georgetown University 50.271 Cell Biology School of Medicine, Kansas City College, Fairleigh 50.332 Genetics Dickinson, West Virginia University and the Univer- 50.351 General Ecology 50.242 Biology of Microorganisms of LTIM in Germany. sity 50.380 Biology Seminar 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic Pre-professional students enrolled in the De- partment of Biological and Allied Health Sciences pursue the Bachelor of Science degree Required courses are taken Chemistry 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry in biology. 52.216 Chemical Principles and in biology, chemistry, and mathematics. Many other useful physics Measurements biol- 52.232 Intermediate Organic Chemistry ogy elective courses are also available. Highly rec- ommended biology electives for premedical 52.341 Biochemistry prepa- Choose one of the following four ration include the following courses: Comparative tology, Immunology, Medical Parasitology and WritBiology. in Pre-professional strongly encouraged to become students 50.372 Plant Physiology 50.475 Cell Physiology are 50.473 Systemic Physiology computer-literate. And Fluency in a foreign language can also be useful. A additional biology courses for a minimum carefully-chosen internship or independent of 38 semester hours. Choose one of the following two combinations: research project can be of value in preparation for professional school. Students must also perform 54.111 Introductory Physics I volunteer or observational 54.112 Introductory Physics II an office of activities at a hospital filled or ful- 54.211 General Physics I by taking courses in the humanities and social 54.212 General Physics II partments of Art, English, Language and Cultures, Music, Philosophy, Speech and History. Social ence courses are offered in the ence, Psychology and Sociology. more about change it 48.160 Basic 53.141 Introduction to Statistics or 48.160 Basic and I OR service. of general educa- tion courses required for graduation, biology may substitute 50.290 Writing in Statistics 53.125 Analysis Required Courses jors and OR at to learn for the better by responsible citizenship Among the 54 semester hours Statistics 53.123 Essentials of Calculus Sci- the world so that he or she can help and generous, professional of op- 53.141 Introduction to Statistics or sci- The curriculum Bloomsburg University challenges one sets tions: departments of Anthropology, Economics, Geography, Political and Choose one from the following three Humanities courses are offered in the de- sciences. and OR an appropriate health professional. The general education requirements can be courses: 50.371 Principles of Mammalian Physiology Vertebrate Anatomy, Embryology, Vertebrate His- ing biol- 50.110 Biology of Animals many However, in ogy- College of Osteopathic Medicine and the Pennsylvania for a baccalaureate degree. Required Courses for Bachelor of Science in Biology - In this degree program, students may ma- Biology for the I 53.125 Analysis II Languages and Cultures: French 11.203 minimum ish of 72 semester hours of courses are re- at least one of any of the following courses: 10.102 French second English writing course (20.200 or 20.201). A quired of Biology majors. This allows for 12 hours and 53. 125 Analysis II, III, 10.204 French German III, 11.204 12.203 Spanish Russian II, III, II 11.102 German IV, III, II, 10.203 German II, 12.102 Span- 12.204 Spanish 13.203 Russian 14.102 Italian IV, IV, 13.102 13.204 Russian IV; or 16.106 Chinese II. Page 30 Undergraduate Catalog Required Courses for Bachelor of Arts ogy - In this degree program, students in Biol- may choose an option in microbiology or marine biology. 50.271 Cell Biology 50.332 Genetics 50.1 10 Biology of Animals 50.351 General Ecology 50.120 Biology of Plants 50.380 Biology Seminar 50.242 Biology of Microorganisms 50.342 Medical Bacteriology 50.271 Cell Biology 50.343 Immunology Choose one of the following four courses: 50.332 Genetics 50.351 General Ecology 50.371 Principles of Mammalian Physiology 50.380 Biology Seminar 50.372 Plant Physiology Choose one of the following four courses: 50.475 Cell Physiology 50.371 Principles of Mammalian Physiology 50.473 Systemic Physiology 50.372 Plant Physiology Electives (9 semester hours) Choose from: 50.475 Cell Physiology 50.350 Plant Pathology 50.473 Systemic Physiology 50.432 Microbial Genetics And 50.442 Virology of Mammals additional biology courses for a minimum 50.450 Mycology of 38 semester hours. 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic 50.455 Environmental Microbiology 50.470 Medical Parasitology Chemistry 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry 52.216 Chemical Principles and Measurements 52.341 Biochemistry Mathematics (6 hours) Choose one from the following three sets of op- Marine Biology Option - This option provides the biology major with the opportunity to specialize in marine biology while obtaining a foundation in the fundamental principles of biological science. Program specific courses in marine biology are offered at the Marine Science Center, Wallops Island, Va., a field station tions: 56.110 Introduction to Computer Science and 53.141 Introduction to Statistics 1 Biology of Animals 50.211 Invertebrate Zoology or 55.221 56.110 Introduction to Computer Science and 53.125 Analysis I Marine Invertebrates 50.242 Biology of Microorganisms (or 53.123 Essentials of Calculus) 50.271 Cell Biology OR 50.332 Genetics 50.351 Ecology or 55.260 Marine Ecology 53.141 Introduction to Statistics (or 48.160 Basic Statistics) and 53.125 Analysis I (or 53.123 Essentials of Calculus) Languages and Cultures: at least one semester of any of the following courses: 10.102 French II, 10.203 French III, 10.204 French IV, 11.102 German Spanish 50. 1 50.120 Biology of Plants OR 11.203 supported by the department. Biology: (or 48.160 Basic Statistics) II, 50.242 Biology of Microorganisms German II, III, 11.204 12.203 Spanish 13.102 Russian II, German III, Microbiology Option - 12.102 12.204 Spanish 13.203 Russian IV; 14.102 Italian II or 16.106 IV, III, IV, 13.204 Russian Chinese a biology major the opportunity to specialize in mi- crobiology while obtaining a general background The option 50.372 Plant Physiology 50.475 Cell Physiology 50.473 Systemic Physiology Marine Biology: 55.241 Marine Biology 55.250 Wetland Ecology 55.298 Physiology of Marine Invertebrates 55.300 Behavior of Marine Organisms open to medical technology majors; see the section on Medical Technology. The requirements for this option are the same for the Bachelor of Science program as they are for 55.320 Marine Microbiology the Bachelor of Arts program. 55.345 Marine Ornithology in biology. is also 50.1 10 Biology of Animals 50.120 Biology of Plants courses: 50.371 Principles of Mammalian Physiology Electives (12 semester hours): II. The option provides 50.380 Biology Seminar Choose one of the following four 55.330 Tropical Invertebrates 55.342 Marine Botany 55.343 Marine Ichthyology Bloomsburg University of Page Pennsylvania James 55.394 Comparative Physiology of Marine 55.431 Ecology of Marine Plankton George 55.464 Biological Oceanography Judith 55.490 Marine Aquaculture P. in biology consists of 22 semester Hill, professor - B.S., M.S., Illinois State University; Ph.D., University of Louisville Thomas Biology of Animals Klinger, professor S. A. A., Bradford Col- - lege; B.A., Macalester College; M.A., Ph.D., University of South Florida 50.120 Biology of Plants 50.242 Biology of Microorganisms Judith Kipe-Nolt, associate professor -B.A., Messiah 50.271 Cell Biology College; M.S., Ph.D., two courses (6 semester hours) at the 300-level or above that are chosen from depart- mental offerings acceptable to the major. These include: 50.380, 50.390/50.391, 50.490, 50.493 and 50.494. — hours can be applied as biology electives from The Pennsylvania Jeanne W. Lawless, assistant professor 50.390 Independent Study in Biology I 50.391 Independent Study in Biology Mark S. Melnychuk, professor Lynne II 50.493 Honors Independent Study C. Miller, professor sity - B.S., of Texas; Ph.D., Rock - New Mexico Rock State College; M.S., Washington vania Ardizzi, associate professor - B.S., St. Joseph's University; Ph.D., Cornell University Chamuris, professor - A.A.S., Dutchess College; B.S., State University of New York at Albany; M.S., James versity; Ph.D., State University Madison Uniof New York, College of Environmental Science and Forestry at Syracuse - B.S., Ohio Uni- State University B.S., M.S., Ph.D., - The B.A., Slippery Illi- Champaign-Urbana Cynthia A. Surmacz, professor Community State Univer- University; M.S., Ph.D., University of nois at Faculty Profiles P. College of Phar- Casey A. Shonis, associate professor II Biological Research George Moravian Col- B.S., - sity versity; Ph.D., I - Ph.D, Kent State University James E. Parsons, professor Ohio State University Biological Research 50.494 Honors Independent Study P. B.S., macy, University of Rhode Island; M.S., Univer- Slippery 50.490 Internship in Biology Joseph - Cornell University Louis V. Mingrone, chairperson, professor the following courses: State University lege; Ph.D., The departInternship/Independent Study ment provides opportunities for students to engage in internships and independent study. Only 6 semester B.S., King's College; - of America Frederick C. hours. Required courses are: may not Bowling Green B.S., - M.S., Boston College; Ph.D., Catholic Univer- Biology at least B.A., M.S., at Buffalo Phillip A. Farber, professor sity and - Illinois University; Ph.D., University Downing, professor New York Mammals 55.493 Behavioral Ecology 1 Davis, assistant professor State University; M.A., Ph.D., State University of 55.491 Coral Reef Ecology 50. 1 Uni- Illinois State of Illinois 55.470 Research Diver Methods The minor T Southern 55.441 Biology of Molluscs Minor in Western B.A., M.A., - versity 55.432 Marine Evolutionary Ecology 55.492 Marine Cole, professor E. Michigan University; Ph.D., Organisms 31 State University; - B.S., The Ph.D., Pennsyl- Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, The Pennsylvania State University Margaret L. Till, professor - B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Au- burn University Kevin Williams, assistant professor - B.S., Northwest- ern Oklahoma State University; M.S., Fort Hays State University; Ph.D., Syracuse University Page 32 Undergraduate Catalog CHM (52) Chemistry, Clinical Chemistry tory as the instructor, not a graduate student teach- Administered by: Department of Chemistry ing assistant. College: College of Arts and Sciences Campus address: 230 Hartline Science Center ter We believe that this will result in a bet- educated student. The Bachelor of Science program Telephone number: (570) 389-4107 Fax number: (570) 389-3028 is the sciences with several options. Department chair, e-mail: Lawrence Mack, three tracks lmack@bloomu.edu all with a quirement. The Degrees awarded: Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts common the Programs A knowledge considered to be is central to research knowledge. Chemists are among the most versatile of scientists and, therefore, are very employable. program at Bloomsburg is all research, industry, higher education, medicine allied health professions. The Because not all and chemists are employed try majors may consider careers as high-school in a laboratory environment, chemis- teachers, consultants, patent lawyers, librarians or Your . The second track the is option (B.S.-biochemistry) which has an additional molecular biology emphasis. The third track American Chemical Society (ACS) local physician, dentist, an industrial - is the approved de- gree. (B.S.-ACS) recognized as offering high-quality pre-professional training for careers in editors. has Bachelor of Science Degree with a biochemistry of chemistry in all areas of scientific The degree 5-semester core re- the standard Bachelor of first is Science Degree (B.S.) About in chemistry designed to give students a strong background in The Bachelor of Science degree offers a strong professional preparation in chemistry. It is recom- mended for those students who wish to follow a pre- law curriculum or to enter business upon gradua- tion. The standard B.S. degree allows ample time for taking additional courses in other disciplines and taking a minor in related fields of interest. B.S. chemistry-business minor program allows The stu- marketing manager or a computer expert may have dents to enter the Masters of Business Administra- started with a bachelor's degree in chemistry. tion The strength of the chemistry programs at Bloomsburg University is in the quality in the flexible structure of the curriculum and in the modern try is of its faculty, The Department of Chemisrecognized by the Committee on Professional facilities. Training of the American Chemical Society (ACS) one that meets program in the College of Business at the end of the fourth year. Such a choice of study allows a student to have the background to be eligible for admission in masters of business administration (MBA) programs after graduation. Students interested in a pre-medical or pre-dental curriculum are encouraged to take the B.S.- bio- nationally recognized stan- chemistry option. This curriculum features a re- dards for undergraduate education in chemistry. quirement of a full year of biochemistry/molecular The chemistry department biology and four courses in biology. as renovated facility, its is housed in a newly with an excellent collection of computers and chemical instrumentation dedi- Most students istry tracks in either the B.S. or B.S.-biochem- chose to take additional courses to meet cated to undergraduate education. At Bloomsburg the standards for certification for undergraduate the student will have a Ph.D. chemist in the labora- professional training by the American Chemical Bloomsburg University of Page 33 Pennsylvania Society, the largest scientific society in the world. This is our B. S. ACS degree. - Students who intend smooth the program as well as Early contact with a faculty advisor will transition into the chemistry anticipate a ca- campus life in general. All interested students who have been accepted into the university for transfer reer in the chemical industry and research are en- should contact the chairperson in the Department program. Students of Chemistry for further information. Students to pursue advanced degrees in chemistry, biochem- istry or related disciplines or couraged in this who to take the B.S.-ACS program will culminate their studies by con- ducting an independent research project in collaboration with a faculty member. These individual may be part of a larger research faculty member and may lead to a transferring into the chemistry ior year program for the jun- should have completed four semesters of chemistry: two semesters of general chemistry, espe- research projects cially program by the and chemical principles and two semesters of those courses stressing inorganic chemistry or- presentation or publication with the student as a ganic chemistry. All of these courses should have a co-author. This experience laboratory component. In addition, a year of gen- is extremely valuable if the student decides to go to graduate school or in- completing the B.S.-ACS dustrial research. Students eral physics degree program are certified by the American Chemical Society and become ship in the society immediately who Students member- eligible for Facilities A upon graduation wish to qualify for Honors in and several calculus courses multiple variables is highly through recommended. and Equipment major renovation of Hartline Science Center in 1991 has substantially increased the amount of Chemistry must take the B.S.-ACS course of study laboratory space and quality of facilities for the and three semesters of undergraduate research. chemistry department. The Bachelor of Science program in Clinical is a select program in cooperation with Penn State/ Geisinger Medical Center in Chemistry the nearby Danville, Pa. It is designed to prepare ceutical clinical laboratory. a senior-year, 12-month ence in a laboratory The program features try who gram. (B.S chemical instrumentation. The Chemistry Department has available for student use most of the major equipment re- such areas as atomic spectroscopy, electrochemistry, wish to pursue careers as chemis- Ed.) This curriculum is offered in co- FT-IR spectroscopy, UV-visible-NIR spectros- copy, gas and liquid chromatography, fluorescence spectrophotometry, mass spectrometry, ultra-centrifugation, light scattering, DNA netic apparatus, (See Secondary Education.) magnetic resonance. (B.A.) curriculum is de- vacuum techniques, protein and nucleic acid electrophoresis, laser operation with the College of Professional Studies. The Bachelor of Arts scientific normally present in industrial and graduate Penn State/ Geisinger at the Bachelor of Science in Education pro.- ers for the search environments, including instrumentation in teachers at the secondary education level should select the num- clinical research experi- Medical Center. Students a Science Center for student use, as well as comput- stu- dents for careers in a hospital setting or a pharma- The department has ber of computers in a network available in Hartline ki- thermocycler and nuclear Required Courses signed for students in such programs as pre-engi- Requirements for the Major neering or pre-pharmacy. These are typically a "3+2" or "3+3" schedule in which students spend to (B.S.) - In addition meeting general education requirements total- three years at Bloomsburg and the remaining se- ing 51-54 semester hours, the following courses are mesters at another campus. Students interested in required: chemical engineering can take part in the Cooperative Program in Engineering with The Pennsylvania State University. With the addition of three courses beyond the requirements of the B.A., a student may earn a B. A. in chemistry and a B. S. in chemical engineering after completing the program. Many students transfer to Bloomsburg Univer- one or more years of college elsewhere to take advantage of the quality programs on campus. sity after 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry 52.216 Chemical Principles and Measurements 52.232 Intermediate Organic Chemistry 52.233 Organic Spectroscopy 52.321 Analytical Chemistry 52.322 Analytical Chemistry 52.361 Physical Chemistry I II Page 34 Undergraduate Catalog 52.362 Physical Chemistry Chemistry electives II 52.452 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry - choose two of the following five courses: 53.125 Analysis I 52.322 Analytical Chemistry 53. 126 Analysis II 52.452 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry 53.225 Analysis III 52.362 Physical Chemistry 54.211 General Physics I 54.212 General Physics II 52.493 Chemical Research Required biology courses: 56.110 Introduction to Computer Science Computer Science II 52.492 Introduction to Research Choose one of the following three courses 56.121 II 50.242 Biology of Microorganisms 50.271 Cell Biology I 56.116 Algorithmic Processes for Computers 50.332 Genetics who want American Chemical Society certification (B.S.-ACS) upon graduation must Choose one of the following seven courses: Students 50.343 Immunology complete the following additional requirements 50.371 Principles of Mammalian Physiology beyond requirements 50.372 Plant Physiology for the Bachelor of Science: 52.281 Introduction to Scientific Literature 50.411 Radiation Biology 52.492 Independent Study 50.432 Microbial Genetics Introduction II: to Research 50.441 Cytogenetics 52.493 Independent Study III: Chemical 50.472 Cell Physiology Research A restricted Students elective selected and 400 from any 300 =01evel course in chemistry (except Independent Study) or any approved 300 or 400-level course certification follwoing courses as part of the B.S.-Biochemistry Curriculum: 52.322 Analytical Chemistry in mathematics or physics. Requirements for the Major - who want American Chemical Society upon graduation mus complete the 52.362 Physical Chemistry II II 52.452 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry for a B.S. with a Required Courses for B.S. biochemistry track: in addition to the general edu- in Clinical Chemistry In addition to 58 semester hours of general educa- cation requirements of the university, the following - courses are required: tion requirements, the following are required: 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry 52.216 Chemical Principles and 52.216 Chemical Principles and Measurements Measurements 52.232 Intermediate Organic Chemistry 52.232 Intermediate Organic Chemistry 52.233 Organic Spectroscopy 52.233 Organic Spectroscopy 52.281 Introduction to Scientific Literature 52.321 Analytical Chemistry 52.321 Analytical Chemistry 52.341 Biochemistry 52.341 Biochemistry I 52.361 Physical Chemistry 52.442 Biochemistry II 50.271 Cell Biology 52.361 Physical Chemistry I 50.343 Immunology 54.211 General Physics I 53.125 Analysis 54.212 General Physics II 53.126 Analysis II I 53.225 Analysis III 53.126 Analysis II 54.211 General Physics I 53.225 Analysis III 54.212 General Physics II 53.125 Analysis Choose one of the following three courses: 56.110 Introduction to Computer Science 56.121 Computer Science I 56.116 Algorithmic Processes for Computers I I 56.110 Introduction to Computer Science Requirements for the Major for a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry - In addition to general educa- tion requirements of the university, the following courses are required: 1 Bloomsburg University of Page 35 Pennsylvania Michael A.G. Berg, assistant professor 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry sity Measurements 52.281 Introduction to Scientific Literature 52.321 Analytical Chemistry I 52.322 Analytical Chemistry II 52.361 Physical Chemistry I 52.362 Physical Chemistry II 54.212 General Physics 53. 125 Analysis I 53. 126 Analysis II 53.225 Analysis III II Christopher P. Hallen, associate professor - B.A., versity Roy D. Computer Science Pointer, professor sas; M.S., computer courses: 56.110 Introduction to Computer Science Michael sity I E. - B.S., University of Kan- Ph.D., University of Michigan Pugh, associate professor- B.S., Univer- of California, Davis; Ph.D., Arizona State University 56.1 16 Algorithmic Processes Requirements for the Minor - Emeric Schultz, professor The minor in chemistry consists of 19 to 21 semester hours. 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic 52.216 Chemical Principles and - B.A., University of Cali- fornia; Ph.D., University of Illinois Mark G. Stocksdale - assistant professor, B.S., Tay- lor University; M.S., Ball State University; Ph.D., University of Notre Chemistry 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry Bruce Dame E. Wilcox, associate professor State University of - B.S., M.S., New York at Oswego; Ph.D., University of Cincinnati Measurements One assistant professor -B. A. Univer- of Maryland-Baltimore County, Ph.D., Uni- Assumption College; Ph.D., University of New Hampshire Cindy L. Kepler - assistant professor - B.S. Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania; Ph.D., University of Southern California Lawrence L. Mack, chairperson, professor - A.B., Middlebury College; Ph.D., Northwestern Uni- I Plus one of the following 56.121 Wash- versity of Pittsburgh 52.232 Intermediate Organic Chemistry General Physics B.S., technic Institute and State University Sharon Fredericks, 52.216 Chemical Principles and 54.21 - ington and Lee University; Ph.D., Virginia Poly- of the following combinations of Adjunct Faculty for Clinical Chemistry, PennState/ Geisinger Medical Center, Div. of Laboratory, restricted electives: 52.232 Intermediate Organic Chemistry, 52.233 Organic Spectroscopy and 52.321 Analytical Chemistry or 52.321 Analytical Chemistry and 52.232 Intermediate Organic Chemistry or Danville, Pa.: Conrad Schuerch, M.D., Chair- Medicine; Paul person of Laboratory Bourbeau, Ph.D., Director of Microbiology; Jay Burton Jones, Ph.D., Director of Chemistry/Toxicology; Mildred Louise Kaiser Fleetwood, Ph.D., Director of Immunology; George Wadich, M.D., Associate Pathologist; Stephen Meschter, M.D., Associate Pathologist; 52.361 Physical Chemistry I or 52.232 Intermediate Organic Chemistry Faculty Profiles Wayne P. Anderson, professor - A.A.S., Jamestown Community College; B.A., Harpur College; M.S., Ph.D., University of Illinois Alvin Swartzentruber, B.S., Educational Coordinator, School of Medical Technology, Skip Sharetts, M.T., Supervisor of Clinical try Laboratory Chemis- 6 Page 36 Undergraduate Catalog COM (25) Communication Studies Administered by: Department of Communication Studies and Applied communication: This area focuses on Theatre Arts the importance of communication in business and College: Arts and Sciences professional settings. Students develop competen- Campus address: 1 1 03 McCormick Center for Human communication this Affiliated website: http://vesta.bloomu.edu/~csta trial who major in communication studies how communication functions in social and professional contexts. Students may focus their study in one of three functional areas: the importance of communication compethem to explore human interactions, assess barriers to communication in relationships and acquire communication skills necessary for successful personal and professional developrelationships. Students develop tencies that allow ment. Study in this area reers in social prepares students for ca- and human services such as counsel- ing, public administration, health service ment and executive relations, commu- management, indus- employee training or as a officer. studies division of the de- university with courses in public speaking, interper- sonal communication and intercultural manage- the ministry. communi- cation. Forensic Society Interpersonal relationship management: This on develop professional to train others to partment supports general education for the entire Students human and The communication Program learn in sales, and labor development area focuses skills area prepares students for careers in personnel management, Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts the understand communication nicate effectively in professional settings. Study in (570) 389-351 Department chair: Howard N. Schreier About to in professional organizations, Telephone number: (570) 389-41 84 Fax number: them cies that allow Services - Students in the forensics pro- gram debate current topics, develop original speeches and present readings at intercollegiate competitions. Team members compete locally, regionally and nationally and they help to organize tournaments sponsored by Bloomsburg University. Participants may earn up by taking 25.108 from all team to to one credit per year Forensics Practicum. Students majors are welcome to join the forensics improve their self-confidence, competence in research, knowledge of current events, apprecia- and public presentation skills. careers pursued by Communication tion of literature Leadership and social influence: This area fo- Among cuses on the importance of communication in a Studies majors after graduation are speech writing, democratic employee society. cies that allow them Students develop competento understand the public delib- erative process, to assess to enhance and create messages and their leadership skills. Study in this area prepares students for careers in government, law, public information, speechwriting, lobbying, cam- paign direction or elected office. training, sales management, public infor- mation, development, technical writing, campaign direction, lobbying and negotiations. Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Page 37 Requirements for the Major Among cumulative grade point average are eligible to 54 semester hours of general education ter for an internship that will serve as their may register for 3 regis- capstone requirements of the university, Communication experience. Students Studies majors must take: ship semester hours. Additional internship credit 25.103 Public Speaking Core requirements: A total of 9 semester hours beyond the required 3 hours cannot be substituted would be considered as for other coursework, but electives. are required from the following: Communication should consult 25.104 Interpersonal Communication 25.207 Investigating Communication academic advisor 25.220 Intercultural Communication experience, (diversity) of six such as additional 25.497 Internship in Communication courses in their chosen area of ate required course for that area, plus a 25.108 Forensics Practicum 25.206 Oral Interpretation minimum 25.218 Discussion of one course from each of the other two areas of 25.470 Independent Study concentration, for a total of 21 semester hours. Stu- Advanced Studies Communication 25.494 Advanced Studies in 25.492, 25.493, 25.495 take additional courses as free electives. Interpersonal Relationship Management 25.215 Communication Theory (required) 25.309 Gender Issues in Communication Minor (diversity) in Students 25.313 Communication and Conflict who hold a minimum 3.0 cumulative minimum of 15 semester 25.419 Communication in the Family 25.425 Communication in Relationships hours are eligible for admission Team dents must maintain the Building in Communication (diversity) Communication Studies grade point average on a 25.426 Leadership and specialized Elective Courses: concentration, which must include the appropri- may their to arrange a suitable alternative coursework. Areas of Concentration: All majors are required dents Students academically ineligible for In- ternship in to take five to 12 intern- to the minor. Stu- minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average to continue study for a Com- munication Studies minor. Students who do not Leadership and Social Influence maintain the required grade point average 25.205 Understanding Social Influence will be (required) put on probation for one semester during which 25.315 Persuasion they must regain the required grade point average. General Education Requirement: 25.321 Argumentation 25.103 Public Speaking 25.406 Evaluating Communication 25.413 Core Course Requirements: Community Leadership ter 25.417 Evaluating Media Influence A total of 9 semes- hours are required from the following: 25.104 Interpersonal Communication Applied Communication 25.207 Investigating Communication 25.210 Organizational Communication 25.220 Intercultural Communication (diversity) (required) Areas of Concentration: Choose one course 25.306 Computer Applications for from each of three areas of Communicators 25.307 Communication for Business Professional concentration. Interpersonal Relationship Professionals 25.407 Interviewing 25.423 Communication Training in 25.309 Gender Issues in Communication (diversity) Organizations 25.313 Communication and Conflict 25.424 Corporate Communication Capstone Experience: The capstone experience is Management 25.215 Communication Theory required of all students in the major regardless of the area of concentration. After completing 80 or more semester hours, students with a minimum 2.5 25.419 Communication in the Family 25.425 Communication in Relationships 25.426 Leadership and Team Building Page 38 Undergraduate Catalog Leadership and Social Influence Dale A. Bertelsen, professor 25.205 Understanding Social Influence The Pennsylvania State University Janet Reynolds Bodenman, assistant professor B.A., Willamette University; M.A.,Ph.D., The 25.315 Persuasion 25.321 Argumentation 25.406 Evaluating Communication 25.413 Community Leadership 25.417 Evaluating Media Influence - B.S., Rider College; M.A., Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University Timothy Rumbough, B. assistant professor - B.A., M.A., University of Central Florida; Ph.D., Florida State University Howard Applied Communication 25.210 Organizational Communication 25.306 Computer Applications for Professional Communicators 25.307 Communication for Business N. Schreier, professor - B.A., Brooklyn College; M.A., University of Georgia; Ph.D., Temple University Kara Shultz, associate professor - B.S., M.A., University of Northern Colorado; Ph.D., University of Denver Professionals Harry C. Strine 25.407 Interviewing 25.423 Communication Training in James Organizations 25.424 Corporate Communication III, Susquehanna E. associate professor University; M.A., - Tomlinson, associate professor M.A., California State B.A., Ohio University University at - B.A., Long Beach Faculty Profiles Mary Kenny Badami, professorversity Janice M. Youse, assistant professor B.S., Fordham Uni- School of Education; M.A., Hunter Col- lege; Ph.D., Northwestern University Temple University - B.S., M.A., Bloomsburg University CPS of Page 39 Pennsylvania (56) Computer Science Administered by: Department of Mathematics, Computer tion, virtual reality design, and computer science Science and Statistics CAD-CAM development teacher. The academic program prepares College: Arts and Sciences students for both immediate employment or admission to major Campus address: 1 1 05 McCormick Center for Human graduate programs. Services Telephone number: (570) 389-4500 Required Courses Fax number: (570) 389-3599 A Department chair, e-mail: James C. Pomfret, total major pomfret@b!oomu.edu in of 54 semester hours computer is required for a science, as well as 54 hours of general education requirements, to include: Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science 25.103 Public Speaking About the Program Requirements for the major: The Computer and Information Science program of the Department of Mathematics, Computer Science and Statistics gives students a thorough grounding in the design, production and analysis of software. Both the practical and theoretical issues involved in software and its development are emphasized. Students also obtain a basic 53.125 Analysis I 53.126 Analysis II understanding of hardware and 56.250 Programming Language Paradigms ticularly as it its principles, par- influences software. Mathematics essential tool in the curriculum. Students variety of is work an in a computing environments, ranging from single-user personal computers to multiple-user minicomputers and mainframes. Graduates are prepared for either further study in computer science or employment in the software industry. Bloomsburg University graduates enjoy exceptional placement in a wide range of professional fields. Among career paths available are software development, numerical analysts, systems analysts, database administration, scientific programming, 53.185 Discrete Mathematics 56.121 Computer Science 56.122 Computer Science 56.221 Computer Science I II III 56.240 Assembly Language Programming 56.330 Digital Design 56.350 Organization of Programming Languages 56.355 Analysis of Algorithms and Data Structures 56.386 Concurrent Programming and Foundations of Operating Systems Specialized Requirements Select five courses totaling 15 semester hours from the following 1 1 courses: 56.356 Windows Programming 53.361 Coding and Signal Processing software engineering, 56.373 Numerical Methods in Computing structional 53.374 Introduction to Discrete Systems computer engineering, intechnology management, computer sys- tems administration, electrical engineering, cus- tomer support electronic services, human interface design, game development, computer anima- Simulation 56.471 Numerical Analysis 56.472 Matrix Computation Page 40 Undergraduate Catalog 56.491 Special Topics in 56.323 Computer Science 56.357 Principles of Database Design Institute 56.497 Internship in Computer Science at most, and one of the following three 53.225 Analysis B.S., Bloomsburg Lock Haven; The Choose at least Kahn, associate professor S. University; Pennsylva- one of the following four Maine Orono; 56.450 Compiler Construction ming Requirements for the Minor - minor in computer The Department science, Statistics which requires completion of six courses in computer science and mathematics. Robert Montante, Computer Science 56.221 Computer Science Three elective courses list of 17 B.S., M.S., Massa- Tehran Uni- C. Pomfret, chairperson, professor sity; professor - B.A., Carleton College; Ph.D., University of California at Berkeley John H. B.A., Montclair State College; M.A., University of Colorado; Ph.D., State University M.S., Ph.D., Georgia Institute of - B.S., State Univer- - G.C.E., Lewes Techni- Sussex University; Ph.D., Uni- London Riley Jr., professor- B. A., Lehigh University; M.S., Ph.D., Yixun Dennis Huthnancejr., associate professor- New Mexico Ph.D., University of Oklahoma versity of The Pennsylvania - Medhi Razzaghi, professor department. Faculty Profiles - B.S., M.Sc, Ph.D., University of Manchester, Bates College; M.S., chosen from a Paul G. Hartung, professor - Wyo- Indiana University, Bloomington Reza Noubary, professor James III assistant B.A., University of assistant professor cal College; B.S., Calhoun, - M.S., Ph.D., University of England I II specific courses offered by the Boston College; New Hampshire chusetts Institute of Technology; M.S., Ph.D., versity, 56.122 Computer Science B.A., Lisa Lister, assistant professor 56.444 Parallel Processing of Mathematics, Computer Science and B.S., Temple University M.S., Ph.D., University of 56.430 Computer Architecture Punjab B.A., University; M.A., Ph.D., Stephen Kokoska, professor - 56.410 Computer Graphics - M.Sc, Islamabad University; Bloomsburg courses: E. - M.S., University of Iowa; Ph.D., Zahira III 53.314 Linear Algebra William B.S., nia State University 53.241 Probability and Statistics 56.121 A.A., Williamsport State University Curt Jones, associate professor courses: offers a - University; M.S., Ph.D., Virginia Polytechnic 56.375 Local Area Networks Choose, Scott Inch, associate professor Area Community College; Artificial Intelligence The University of Connecticut Shi, associate professor- B.S., University at Chuzhon, China; Anhui Normal M.S., Shanghai Teachers University, China; Ph.D., University of Iowa B.S., Technology Erik Wynters, associate professor of New Hampshire; versity - B.S., University M.S., Ph.D., Cornell Uni- Bloomsburg University SOC of Page 41 Pennsylvania (45) Criminal Justice Administered by: Department of Sociology, Social Welfare and College: Arts and Sciences nile Campus address: 2106 McCormick Center for Human and adult probation riety Program Among Bloomsburg's newest and more popular designed to give is criminal justice with a strong theoretical The program exposes retical vic- of specialized systems. is also a criminal justice student organiza- compo- students to the theo- concepts and research methods of the institutions and from various organizations. stu- dents a firm liberal arts education in sociology and nent. Bureau of InvesDepartment of the Treasury; offices of at- tion that arranges for guest speakers programs, Criminal Justice and and youth, tim advocacy programs, women's centers and a va- There the offices; county, state torneys and legal services; forensics programs, Sue Jackson Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts About Internship settings include juve- federal correctional facilities for adults tigation; Fax number: (570) 389-2019 I. rates. U.S. Marshal's offices, the Federal Services Telephone number: (570) 389-4237 Department chair: and graduates report good states for internships placement Criminal Justice field, introduces them to computer data analysis and pre- Required Courses In addition to 54 semester hours of general education requirements, a total of 42 semester hours required for a major in criminal justice. An is addi- tional 32 semester hours in electives completes the pro- 128-hour university degree requirement. The Soci- vides students the opportunity to explore the causes ology Internship Program (45.496) accounts for 6 pares them for graduate study. The program of social problems with respect to race, der, crime, the political class, gen- economy, age, health, work, to 15 semester hours. Internships provide first-hand experience in the field and can be at local, state or punishment, victimization and deviance. Students federal agencies or private institutions. Required are encouraged to think critically about the struc- courses are: ture and dynamics of social groups, institutions, ide- Core courses ology and the society. 45.211 Principles of Sociology program include strong people skills and the ability to work with diverse populations and good academic per- 45.255 Research Methods for Social Inquiry Factors suggesting success in the formance. Because the major grade point average is is so popular, a 3.00 required for admission. Through the criminal justice sequence, students are exposed to justice, enforcement and corrections systems, police work, investigation and victim's Students from the program have been placed in and surrounding Statistics 45.462 Sociological Theory Criminal Justice sequence 45.244 Introduction to Criminal Justice (prerequisite to all other courses in the sequence) 45. 242 Juvenile Delinquency 45.341 Criminology services. diverse settings in Pennsylvania 45.260 Basic Social 45.342 Penology 45.343 Victimology Page 42 Undergraduate Catalog 45.495 Criminal Justice Internship Program Leo G. Choose three from the following: 45.133 Introduction to Social Work and David Social Welfare at Berkeley Bloomsburg B.S., State College; M.A., University of Delaware; Ph.D., The Pennsylvania 45.231 Marriage and Family 45.316 Urban Sociology I. State University Sue Jackson, chairperson, professor A.B., - Lycoming College; M.S.S.W., Graduate School of Social Work, University of Texas; Ph.D., Bryn 45.318 Social Stratification 45.319 Religion and Society 45.320 Sociology of Women Mawr Practice with Individuals College Charles W. Laudermilch, associate professor - B.A., Moravian College; M.S.W., Wayne State Uni- and Families 45.345 Medical Sociology versity 45.376 Science and Society Frank G. Lindenfeld, professor 45.400 Sociology of Mass Communication versity; Martin 45.441 Social Indicators 45.443 Sociology of Deviant Behavior L. B.A., Cornell Uni- - M.A., Ph.D., Columbia University Needleman, assistant professor University of Texas at Austin; 45.457 Sociology of Community Univerity of 45.461 Social Problems in Rural-Urban New York Green in the Social University, M.A., Ph.D., University of California at Riverside 45.467 Population Problems 45.470 Senior Seminar 45.471 Independent Study in Sociology B.A., at Buffalo Neal Slone, assistant professor Sciences - M A., Ph.D., State YvetteJ. Samson, assistant professor- B.A., Bowling Communities Computer Applications B.A., M.A., Ph.D., Bos- Greenwald, associate professor - B.A., Uni- James H. Huber, professor - 45.217 Sociology of Sports 45.465 E. of California 45.215 Racial and Ethnic Minority Groups Work - versity of Pennsylvania; M.A., Ph.D., University 45.213 Contemporary Social Problems 45.334 Social Barrile, professor ton College - B.A., State Univer- sity of New York at Albany; M.A., Ph.D., Univer- sity of Washington Dale L. Sultzbaugh, associate professor - B.A., 45.477 Community Land Use Planning 45.478 Sociology of Work Gettysburg College; M.Div., Lutheran Theo- 45.490 Sociology of Aging sity logical Seminary; M.S.W., Anne Faculty Profiles Christopher F. Armstrong, professor of Pennsylvania K. Wilson, professor- B.A., Carleton College; M.S., University of Maryland; Ph.D., - B.A., Wash- ington and Lee University; M.A., Ph.D., University West Virginia Univer- Hopkins University The Johns Bloomsburg University ESS Page 43 Pennsylvania of (51) Earth Science 51.259 Oceanography Administered by: Department of Geography and Geosciences College: Arts Campus address: 116S1 51.260 Earth Materials and Sciences Choose four from the following 13 Hartline Science Center courses: 51.261 Mineralogy Telephone number: (570) 3894108 51.262 Petrology Fax number: (570) 389-3028 51.265 Geomorphology Department chair: Norman M. Gillmeister 51.320 Remote Sensing of the Earth Degree awarded Bachelor of Science : 51.355 Synoptic Meteorology About the Program The primary earth science program solid foundation ences. This is 51.360 Introduction to Paleontology goal of the faculty of the geology- in is 51.369 Structural Geology to provide students with a geology and/or the earth 51.370 Hydrology sci- 51.460 Aqueous Geochemistry accomplished by balancing classroom studies, laboratory exercises and field 51.468 Stratigraphy and Sedimentation experience 51.470 Groundwater Hydrology with ancillary courses in chemistry, physics and mathematics. The departmental program ports the university's aim of providing a strong eral arts background for our students. This tion of science and liberal arts successfully 51.475 Independent Study also sup- 51.480 Geophysics 51.493 Bibliography and Research lib- integra- prepares 51.496 Internship in Earth Science Approved courses offered by the Marine graduates for entry-level employment in the earth ence Center, Wallops Island, Va. (Courses science profession or for acceptance into highly science are offered during the competitive graduate programs in the geological rine Science Consortium. sciences. program sponsored by universities. Required Courses cation requirements, a total of 59 semester hours required for a major in earth science. is The balance of the university's 128-semester hour requirement for a bachelor's degree come from this several Pennsylvania state A maximum of 9 semester hours from 51.101 Physical Geology 51.102 Historical Geology 54.110 Introduction to Astronomy 51.111 Physical Geology Laboratory 51.112 Historical Geology Laboratory may be applied to- bachelor's degree.) Choose one from the following two courses: 56.110 Introduction to Computer Science 92.150 Introduction to Computer and electives. Re- quired courses are: 51.255 Meteorology ward Sci- marine summer by the MaThe consortium is a joint the Marine Science Consortium In addition to 54 semester hours of general edu- in Information Science Or a higher-level course in programming Choose two from the following six courses: 53.113 Pre-Calculus 53.123 Essentials of Calculus 53.124 Essentials of Calculus 53.125 Analysis I 53.126 Analysis II II 1 , Page 44 Undergraduate Catalog Norman M. 53.141 Introduction to Statistics Choose two from the following three courses: 52.1 15 Fundamentals of Inorganic Gillmeister, professor B.A., - Harvard College; M.A., Indiana University; M.A., Ph.D., Harvard University Sandra J. Kehoe-Forutan, associate professor- B.A. Chemistry 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry Queen's University; MCRP, The Ohio State 52.216 Chemical Principles and University; recommended as the second Jerry course) Mitchell, B.S., M.A., of University Towson State Univer- Ph.D., University of South Carolina Joseph R. Pifer, associate professor - B.S., Clarion State College; M.A., Arizona State University combinations: 1 T sity; Choose one of the following two 54.1 The Ph.D., Queensland Measurements (highly Introductory Physics 54.112 Introductory Physics I and Michael K. Shepard, assistant professor B.S., - Vanderbilt University; Ph.D., Washington Uni- II versity Faculty Profiles Dale A. Shahalam M. N. Amin, assistant professor - B.Sc, M.Sc, University of Dhakam, Bangladesh; M.Sc, University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada; Ph.D., Kent State University John E. Bodenman, assistant - B.A,. nia State University. - B.S., New York at The Johns Hopkins Uni- versity PatriciaJ. Beyer, B.A., Valparaiso University; M.S., University of Illinois; Ph.D., Arizona State University professor - A.B., Lafayette College; M.S., University of Rochester; Ph.D., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University - B.A., Will- iams College; M.S., University of Tulsa; Ph.D., University of Massachusetts Karen M. Trifonoff, associate professor D. Braun, professor Fredonia; M.A., Ph.D., associate Lawrence Tanner, associate professor professor Williamette University; M.S., Ph.D., Pennsylva- Duane Springer, - B.S., M.S., University of Akron, Ph.D., University of Kansas Cynthia Venn, assistant professor University; M.S., Texas - B.A., Vanderbilt A&M University; Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh Bloomsburg University ECN Page 45 Pennsylvania of (40) Economics, Business Economics, Political Economics Required Courses Administered by: Department of Economics College: Arts and Sciences In addition to 54 semester hours in general edu- Campus address: 316 Bakeless Center for the Humanities cation requirements, five core courses plus a track Telephone number: (570) 3894335 in either Fax number: (570) 389-4338 Department chair: Saleem Khan the of government, business and consumers. The core of the curriculum enables the student to master basic principles of economics, to develop to interpret II economic phenom- Theory Required Elective Courses undergraduate tracks open economic majors, two lead 53.125 Analysis the public or private sector; business economics, interested in analytical economics pursue graduate work or career in business or government; and political economics, international problems in the public arena is including 40.400 Introduction to Econometrics or 40.446 Business and Economic Choose one of the following two total litical of 45 semester hours economics. and II or 91.220 Financial Accounting and 91.223 Managerial Accounting Human Resource Management 96.313 Business Finance is required for a economics. of 45 semester hours I 91.222 Principles of Accounting ap- A total of 48 semester hours is required for a major in business economics. A total in II. sets: 91.221 Principles of Accounting 93.345 A Statistics Business Economics pealing or the student intends to pursue advanced study in the field. I 27 semester hours in elective courses in econom- if the prospect of a career dealing with political and major follow- 40.246 Business and Economic Mathematics ics, to Choose one of the to a three tracks are: a general study of economics is - ing two courses: preparation for graduate school or a career in the student I diversity of interests at the Bachelor of Arts and one to a Bachelor of Science. and intends Statistics Electives in eco- nomics, business and political science in any of the the department has three level, to - options require the adviser's approval. General Economics To accommodate the in I 40.212 Principles of Economics 40.346 Business and Economics ena. The 40.211 Principles of Economics 40.312 Intermediate Macroeconomic economic activities and political following five courses Managerial Economics of Economics at Bloomsburg University offers a systematic study of the analytical skills The required. 40.311 Intermediate Micro-Theory and Program The Department is are required: Degrees Awarded: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science About economics, business ecomics or economics is required for a major in po- 97.310 Marketing: Principles and Practice 56.110 Introduction to Computer Science or equivalent; Plus 15 semester hours in elective courses in economics, including 40.446 Business and Economic Statistics II Page 46 Political Undergraduate Catalog Economics Economic History and Systems 40.422 Contrasting Economics 40.423 History of Economic Thought 40.424 Economic Theory of the Western World 40.434 Economic Growth in Underdeveloped Areas 40.460 Advanced Political Economy 44.120 United States Government 44.336 Public Administration Theory 40.315 Business and Government 40.422 Contrasting Economics 40.460 Advanced Political Economy 6 semester hours of elective courses in economics 9 semester hours of elective courses in Faculty Profiles political science. Minor in Economics - The minor provides a basic competence in economics for non-economics majors and constitutes 18 semester hours. Courses required for a minor in economics in40.211 Principles of Economics I 40.212 Principles of Economics II B.A., M.Ed., - B.A., Miami Univer- University of Iowa; Ph.D., Uni- of Massachusetts - B.A., National Univer- New M.A., Iowa State University; Ph.D., School for Social Research Woo Bong Lee, chairperson, professor - B.S., Dela- ware Valley College; M.S., Ph.D., Rutgers Uni- Theory 6 semester hours of elective courses in econom- chosen from versity Saleem M. Khan, chairperson, professor -B.A., S.E., Government Col- College, Bahawalpur; M.A., General Economics Theory lege, 40.313 Labor Economics Lahore, Punjab University; Ph.D., J. Gutenberg University 40.315 Business and Government Rajesh K. Mohindru, professor 40.316 Urban Economics - B.A., M.A., DAV College; M.A., Ph.D., University of Pennsylva- 40.410 Public Finance nia Money and Banking Robert 40.415 Environmental Economics S. B.S., 40.433 International Economics Obutelewicz, assistant professor Carson-Newman - B.A., College; M.A., Ph.D., University of Massachusetts Statistical Analysis Statistics I 40.400 Introduction to Econometrics 40.446 Business and Economic The Haririan, professor sity; 40.312 Intermediate Macroeconomic 40.346 Business and Economic M.A., versity Managerial Economics 40.413 - versity Peter H. Bohling, professor Mehdi 40.311 Intermediate Micro-Theory and assistant professor M.A., Punjab Universtiy; Ph.D., Vanderbilt Uni- sity; clude: ics Sukhwinder Bagi, Statistics II Elizabeth P. Patch, associate professor - B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Lehigh University Robert P. Ross, associate professor Washington University - B.A., M.A., Bloomsburg University of Page 47 Pennsylvania Engineering and Liberal Arts Engineering Science (Penn State) Environmental Engineering (Wilkes) College: Arts and Sciences Campus address: 57 Hartline Science Center Industrial Engineering Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts State) Metals Science and Engineering (Penn Program the State) Mechanical Engineering (Wilkes or Penn Program coordinator: Gunther Lange About (Penn Materials Engineering (Wilkes) Telephone number: (570) 389-41 48 State) The engineering and liberal arts program pro- Mining Engineering (Penn State) vides the opportunity for students to pursue a re- Nuclear Engineering (Penn State) warding and challenging career in the high-de- Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering mand engineering without forgoing the field of (Penn State) broader scope of a Bloomsburg University educational experience. This cooperative program of study leads to two baccalaureate degrees, one in lib- eral arts and sciences awarded by Bloomsburg University and one in an area of engineering from ei- ther The Pennsylvania State University or Wilkes Students wishing to complete their studies at The Pennsylvania Candidates for these degrees spend three years Bloomsburg University, where they study science, State University (GPA) quality point average must maintain a of 3.0 overall and a 2.75 in required core courses. In a few majors, a 2.5 may be overall average University. at Required Academic Performance these are subject to For transfer to GPA sufficient for transfer change from year and to year. Wilkes University, students must mathematics, pre-engineering and a broad variety maintain a of liberal arts subjects, followed by two years at the to the environmental engineering, materials engi- University Park campus of Penn State or at Wilkes where they study engi- of 2.5 overall. Transfer candidates neering and engineering management programs GPA math- University in Wilkes-Barre, are required to have a 2.65 neering disciplines. ematics and pre-engineering courses, while candi- Students in may pursue an engineering education any of the following areas: in science, dates to the electrical engineering program must maintain a 2.75 average in these technical courses. Aerospace Engineering (Penn State) Agricultural Engineering (Penn State) Admission Procedures Ceramic Science and Engineering (Penn ply State) Chemical Engineering (Penn Civil State) Electrical University. However, applicants should be aware that any engineering Engineering (Penn State) Computer Engineering (Penn To enter the program, individuals need only apand be accepted for admission to Bloomsburg State) Engineering (Wilkes or Penn State) Engineering Management (Wilkes) program requires the applicaand problem-solving tion of strong mathematical skills. It is expected that the student's high school mathematics background ment is sufficient for enroll- in 53.125, the initial course in the required Page 48 Undergraduate Catalog calculus sequence, during the semester of first Applicants for admission who registered as degree candidates academic record as program degree candidates at to Penn be offered per- at Transferring to Wilkes At the beginning of the third year of study, The Penn- Bloomsburg University will be through coordinator the Bloomsburg additional enrollment criteria for readmission to in the coordinator's office. program of the Students should indicate a desire to follow this the following credentials: An official transcript program of study at the time of admission to Bloomsburg University in order to insure sufficient the applicant's final secondary school grades; time to complete all the applicant's grades including cation should be made of the required courses. Notifito the director of will notify academic adviser who will assign a is An The of the Pre-Engineering Advisory Committee. Students should consult both Bloomsburg University first A schedule all of transcript of grades earned two years; of all courses to be taken during the third year. The Pre-Engineering Advisory Committee reand submits a recommenda- each student an academic member official during the the coordinator of the Engineering and Liberal Arts Program. coordinator at University. Applications are available Completed applications should be supported by University. advisement who, in turn, stu- dents should apply for transfer to Wilkes University considered readmission candidates and must meet The Pennsylvania State will State. previously were and established an sylvania State University prior to entering this coop- erative gineering Advisory Committee, manent admission study. views these credentials tion to the dean of admissions of Wilkes University. for assistance in Successful applicants will be offered provisional schedule planning. At the end of the second year of admission to Wilkes University for the following their advisers and the coordinator become candidates study, students for transfer if summer. At the end of the third they have maintained a sufficiently high GPA. student's official Transferring to Penn State In September of the third year of study, students correspondence and the application should clearly indicate that the transfer is re- quested under a cooperative 3/2 program. Nov. 30 is transcript who have maintained the required quality point average, who have completed all the required courses and who are recommended by the Pre-Engineering Advisory Committee, permanent admission to be offered will Wilkes University. the application deadline. Successful applicants will be offered provisional admission to Penn State for the following fall In January of the student's final year in engineer- Completed applications should be supported by An official transcript of the applicant's final secondary school grades; Two official The Bloomsburg University Degree semester. the following documentation: transcripts of the applicant's Bloomsburg University academic record including all copy of the should be submitted to the coordinator. Students should apply for transfer to The Pennsylvania State University. All year, a Bloomsburg University ing college, the student should send an official transcript of all Bloomsburg courses taken to the registrar at University. A letter indicating intent to graduate should be sent to the coordinator of the Engineering and Liberal Arts Program so that The registrar, upon evaluation of the transcript, will arrange for a diploma to be awarded at the university's May course evaluations can be made. grades earned; A schedule of all courses to be taken in the third year; A letter of recommendation from the Pre-Engi- neering Advisory Committee. graduation. Required Courses At the end of the third year of study, two copies of the student's transcript should official Bloomsburg University be forwarded to the Admissions The Pennsylvania State University. Students who have maintained the required quality point average, who have completed all required courses and who are recommended by the Pre-EnOffice of All students in this program must complete the following 49 semester hours at Bloomsburg University plus additional courses specific to their field of interest in engineering. General Education Requirements - All candi- dates must satisfy the General Education require- ments of Bloomsburg University and the specific Bloomsburg University of Page 49 Pennsylvania requirements for the B.A. degree in either physic Candidates planning to pursue an engineering or mathematics. Students should consult the pro- degree gram coordinator each semester as they plan their schedules. With careful planning, it is possible to Speaking satisfy all at Penn State must take: 25.103 Public Candidates in certain engineering programs also of the requirements indicated during the must meet additional course requirements. These Bloomsburg Uni- course requirements are as follows: Aerospace, student's three-year residence at Electrical or versity Requirements for the Major 54.211 General Physics I 54.212 General Physics II 54.310 Modern Atomic 53.492 Independent Study in Mathematics (Topic: Partial Differential Equations) Physics 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemical or Materials Engineering 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry Chemistry 52.216 Chemical Principles and 52.232 Intermediate Organic Chemistry Measurements 53. 125 Analysis Nuclear Engineering, choose one: 53.491 Special Topics in Mathematics Chemical or materials engineering students are excused from 54.302 echanics: Dynamics I 53. 126 Analysis II Environmental Engineering 53.225 Analysis Choose one III set 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry 53.226 Analysis IV and 52.232 Intermediate Organic 53.322 Differential Equations 53.314 Linear Algebra Chemistry 56.1 16 Algorithmic Processes or 54.301 Mechanics: Statics 50.173 Anatomy and Physiology I Anatomy and Physiology Engineering Management 54.302 Mechanics: Dynamics 54.180 Computer Aided Design and and 50.174 II Choose one: Engineering Graphics Program-Specific Course Requirements 53.141 Introduction to Statistics or Candidates planning to pursue an engineering 53.241 Probability and Statistics degree at Wilkes University must take the following 40.211 Principles of Economics I courses: 40.212 Principles of Economics II Choose one: Mining Engineering 51.101 Physical Geology 54.315 Electronics 54.400 Advanced Physics Laboratory 51.261 Mineralogy Choose one: 09.213 Science, Technology, Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering Human Values 41.105 Environmental Issues and Choices 44.207 Ethics, Politics and Public Policy 51.101 Physical Geology 51.102 Historical Geology Page 50 Undergraduate Catalog ENG (20) English 20.203 Approaches to Literary Study Administered by: Department of English College: Arts and Sciences Campus address: 114 Bakeless Center for the Humanities 20.226 European Literature I 20.236 American Literature I 20.363 Shakespeare Telephone number: (570) 389-4427 Fax number: (570) 389-3006 20.246 British Literature Department chair: Ervene Gulley Literature or 20.247 British 20.256 Non-Western Literature Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts Non-Western Literature website: http://hubble.bloomu.edu/~english/ Affiliated I II I or 20.257 II 20.488 Seminar or 20.489 Seminar About the Program The department Bachelor of Arts in 20.492 Literary Theory and Criticism or program leading to a English and provides the English offers a courses for Bachelor of Science in Education in two areas of concentration and Communication, which culminate in certification for teaching in second- The department also offers a minor in The discipline of English celebrates the 20.493 Bibliography and Literary Research Choose one course from the following four courses: 20.311 Structure of English ary schools. 20.312 History of the English Language English. 20.41 power of words through appreciation of literature, understanding of language and creation of good writing. English majors studies are tive equipped for grounded critical in humanistic thinking and effec- communication. Among 1 Modem Linguistic Theory 20.413 Language in American Society Choose two courses from the following seven courses: 20.334 Studies in American Literature 20.335 Studies in American Literature career paths pursued by recent gradu- ates are technical writing, editing, communications 20.431 American Romanticism 20.432 American Realism management, human resources management and 20.433 American Modernism recruiting analyst. Students interested in teaching 20.434 Contemporary American Literature English in secondary schools should see the specialization in English under Secondary Education. 20.436 African-American Literature Choose one course from the following nine courses: Required Courses 20.341 Medieval Literature A total major of 42 semester hours in English. No course is required for a may be used more than one requirement. With to satisfy the addition of 54 hours in general education requirements and elective courses of at least 32 semester hours, the 128-hour requirement for a baccalaureate degree is satisfied. Required courses include: 20.342 The Renaissance 20.344 The Neoclassical Age 20.345 Romantic and Victorian Literature 20.346 Studies in British Literature 20.347 Studies in British Literature 20.364 Chaucer 20.370 The English Novel Bloomsburg University of Page 51 Pennsylvania 20.375 Renaissance Drama Ervene Choose one course from the following Gulley, chairperson, professor F. courses: versity 20.301 Creative Writing: Fiction S. The English Novel 20.372 Modern Novel Drama 20.377 Modern Drama 20.379 Modern Poetry 20.375 Renaissance in En- , 9 hours from courses on Marion Faculty Profiles B.A., Ball State Of Chicago sity associate professor B.A., Univer- - of Yaounde; M.A., University of Leeds; Am, associate professor - Westminster B.A., Binghamton F. Of New York At Binghamton professor assistant Rutgers University; M.A., B.A., Oklahoma State Uni- versity; Ph.D., State University Binghamton Mary G. Bernath, - of New York at Ph.D., University - B.A., M.A., Of Pittsburgh Janice Broder, assistant professor at Binghamton Writing Center B.A., Mount M.A., Ph.D., Brandeis University Dartmouth College; M.A., Columbia University; Ph.D., The Johns Hopkins University; M.A., The PennsylB. Fuller, professor vania State University - A.B., Uni- -B.A., University Of Michigan; M.A., Ph.D., Michigan State University Robinson, L. professor, associate B.A., Northern Arizona University; M.A., Purdue University; Ph.D., Duke University Salih, associate professor- B. A., University of Baghdad, M.A., Ph.D., Southern Illinois Uni- B.A., M.F.A., The Riley B. Smith, associate professor- B.A., Ph.D., The versity instructor - University of Iowa University Of Texas, Austin University sity - B.A., M.A., Of Michigan Julie Vandivere, associate professor - Holyoke College, M.A., University of Michigan; Lawrence New York Riley, associate professor, Director, Louise M. Stone, assistant professor associate professor B.A., State - University of New York at Potsdam; M.A., Ph.D., Mary Beth Simmons, Battaglia, B.A., Wilkes - University; Ph.D., Randall, assistant professor S. Sabah A. College; Ph.D., State University of New York at Joseph Belmont Abbey State University David Danny Ph.D., University of Connecticut Mary-Jo B.A., Duquesne versity Teachers College; M.A., Ph.D., University Ekema Agbaw, - B. Petrillo, assistant professor TerranceJ. - Of New College; M.A., State University of chair. professor B.A., Kansas New York University level courses. the 300 or 400 level and approval of the department Baillie, - College; M.A., Seton Hall University; Ph.D., courses on the 100 or 200 level except 20.101 William M. B.A., Of Iowa Moses, assistant professor Francis J. Peters, professor of 18 semester hours: 9 hours from ; - Univer- York At Binghamton Requirements for the Minor - The minor , P. Illinois State University; Ph.D., State University 20.391 Literature and Film 20.104 20.200 and 20.201 Ph.D., University sity; Edwin 20.374 Short Story B.A., Houston Michael McCully, associate professor Hendrix College; M.A., Western 20.370 - College; M.F.A., University of Utah; Ph.D., University of 20.306 Theory and Practice of Writing Choose two other 300-400 Lawrence, assistant professor Pomona 20.303 Creative Writing: Poetry glish consists T Claire 20.302 Creative Writing: Non-Fiction Prose S. A.B., - Bucknell University; M.A., Ph.D., Lehigh Uni- 11 of Utah; M.A., Brigham - B.A., Univer- Young University; M.A., Ph.D., Cornell University Arthur G. Wemple, instructor - B.A., Vermont Col- lege; M.F.A., University of Massachusetts Vivian Yenika-Agbaw, assistant professor, B.A., University of Yaounde; M.A., University of Con- necticut; Ph.D., versity The Pennsylvania State Uni- Page 52 Undergraduate Catalog HPE (05) Exercise Science Administered by: Department of Health, Physical Education training for optimal performance. Student factors that suggest a high probability of and Athletics Campus an College: Arts and Sciences success include strong interpersonal address: E. H. Nelson Field House tense desire to help others, versatility in individual Telephone number: (570) 389-4356 skill and fitness abilities and strength particularly those related to Fax number: (570) 389-2099 Department chair: Susan Hibbs skills, in- in sciences, anatomy and physiol- ogy- Program Exercise Science program director: Tamra Cash faculty offer advisement to assist indi- program of them for career objectives. The Department of Health, Physical Education and Athletics also administers courses needed to meet general education requirements for all academic majors, supports requirements for education majors and conducts the university's athletic vidual students in tailoring a specific Degree awarded Bachelor of Science : study to prepare About the Program Designed to prepare students for the wide range of careers in the growing field of wellness and ness, Exercise Science at among ties. State System of Bloomsburg Higher Education fit- unique is universi- programs. This challenging and demanding program leads to careers in corporate wellness programs, health care, education as well as in sports Emphasis is and research environments medicine and athletic training. on the interpreted aspects of and fitness, gerontology, nutrition, stress management, alternative medicine and therapies and cardiac rehabilitation in a rapidly evolving professional field. Major national corporations and graduate programs actively recruit Bloomsburg stu- wellness dents. Many large companies, concerned with the health and productivity of employees, seek exercise science professionals to develop and porate wellness establish their facilities; own manage cor- other graduates go on to businesses in the personal train- ing and fitness field or into sports medicine. A num- ber of leading universities, including Bloomsburg, offer graduate study in Exercise Science Fitness involving clinical encompass the full Required Courses and Adult and research internships to spectrum of health, including cardiac rehabilitation, physiological assessment and In addition to general education requirements totaling 54 semester hours, a ter minimum of 44 semes- hours are required for a major in exercise sci- ence, with the remaining 26 semester hours re- quired for a bachelor's degree coming from elective courses. 48.101 General Psychology 45.211 Principles of Sociology Anatomy and Physiology I 50.174 Anatomy and Physiology II 50.173 50.205 Introduction to Nutrition 50.231 Biology of Aging 52.101 Introduction to Chemistry 05.298 Fitness and Wellness 09.230 Human Sexuality 05.321 First Aid Safety 05.476 Exercise Physiology 05.477 Methods and Materials in Adult Physical Education Bloomsburg University of Page 53 Pennsylvania Carl M. Hinkle, assistant professor 59.498 Internship in Exercise Science Choose one of the following two courses: 05.411 Exercise Prescription and Programming Performance A. King, instructor B.A., California State Linda M. LeMura, professor Thomas - B.S., Martucci, assistant professor - B.S., Tren- F. ton State College; M.A., University of North courses: Carolina 05.250 Lifeguarding 05.305 Aquatic Fitness Programming Swapan Mookerjee, Choose one of the following four courses: Physical associate professor, Health, Education and Athletics and Aging cal Sharon 48.476 Principles of Behavior Modification Choose one of the following two courses: Education, Gwalior, India; Ph.D., University L. O'Keefe, assistant professor Tren- B.S., State College 28.290 Alcohol Use and Abuse Ronald E. Puhl, associate professor Haven Requirements for the Minor Students are required to complete a minor or area concentration. Contact a department adviser State College; M.S., - Lock B.S., West Chester State College Burton T. Reese, associate professor - B.A., M.Ed., East Stroudsburg State College for details. David R. Rider, assistant professor Faculty Profiles Tamra Cash, versity assistant chairperson, assistant profes- B.S., Elon College; M.S. University of Ten- nessee; M.A., Eastern Kentucky University; Temple University - B.S., M.Ed., East Stroudsburg State College - B.A., The Uni- of Chicago; M.S., Indiana University of Pennsylvania Roger B. Sanders, professor - B.S., West Chester State College; M.A., Ball State University Leon Szmedra, professor Charles W. Chronister, associate professor New - B.S., State University of York at Brockport; M.A., University of Northern Colorado; Ph.D., Syracuse University Gardner, director of athletics, assistant pro- fessor- B.S., M.Ed., East Stroudsburg State College Henry C. Turberville Jr., associate professor M.A., University - B.S., of Alabama Ellen West, athletic trainer, assistant professor - B.S., Hazzard,Jr., athletic trainer, assistant B. professor - B.S., Salem College; M.S., Shippensburg University Susan J. Hibbs, chairperson, associate professor B.S., - ton State College; M.Ed., East Stroudsburg 05.430 Current Issues in Health Education Joseph B.P.E., of Wisconsin, Madison 48.380 Physiological Psychology T. - M.P.E., Lakshmibai National Institute of Physi- 48.253 Social Psychology Mary Niagara Univer- M.S., Ph.D., Syracuse University sity; Administration Ed.D., Temple Uni- versity 93.344 Principles of Management Choose one of the following two - University at Fresno; M.S., Ph.D., 91.498 Introduction to Health Care - B.A., Will- - versity Roch Choose one of the following two courses: sor Montana iam Paterson College; M.A., Bloomsburg Uni- Populations 48.31 1 Adulthood B.S., Sheila A. Kaercher, Assistant Professor for Special 05.370 Measurement and Evaluation of Human - State University; M.S., Ithaca College - Western Kentucky University; M.Ed., East Stroudsburg State College; Ed.D., Temple University California University of Pennsylvania; M.S., West Virginia University Page 54 Undergraduate Catalog GEO (41) Geography Administered by: Department of Geography and Geosciences College: Arts Campus address: 116S1 and Sciences text of professional, social ties. and sizes regional, national Hartline Science Center and ethical responsibili- The geography program, moreover, emphaglobal, as well as envi- ronmental, concerns. Telephone number: (570) 38941 08 The programs in Urban/Regional Planning and Fax number: (570) 389-3028 Environmental Planning are aimed Department chair: Norman M. Gillmeister at providing majors with a broad based background in the plan- Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts ning field that will qualify them to obtain entry-level About the Program positions in the public Designed for students with strong analytical interested in spatial relationships, statistics where and why of people-land skills and the and private sectors or pre- pare them for entry into graduate programs in planning. Geog- These programs include the incorporation of raphy offers three options of study that provide the interdisciplinary courses that are vital to this broad- education necessary for a wide range of careers in based preparation. In addition the academic pro- relationships, government, industry and business. Computer skills gram are important for this fast-paced, challenging for a required internship that provides practical program. experience in dealing with diverse planning In addition to the popular Urban/Regional plays a major role in preparing the students activi- ties. Planning and Environmental Planning, a general geography option allows students considerable flexibility in tailoring a program of study to meet Required Courses In addition to 54 semester hours of general edu- cation requirements, a total of 30 to 60 semester individual needs. Urban/Regional and Environmental Planning hours is required for a major in geography. The programs culiminate in major internships that have balance of hours toward the 128-hour university won requirement for a bachelor's degree praise from agencies and companies working with Bloomsburg University and very frequently lead directly to career opportunities tion. made up fu- Option I - Emphasis on General Geography Core Courses: 41.101 World Physical Geography industrial areas. The geography faculty strives to foster a spirit of learning, inquiry and curiosity among students cul- 41.102 World Cultural Geography minating in the strengthening of their intellectual 41.242 achievements. Students are provided with the nec- 41.462 Techniques of Geographic essary problem-solving skills that will contribute to their success in a rapidly problem-solving skills of upon gradua- Geography majors are found planning the ture in environmental, community, transportation and is elective courses changing world. These are presented within the con- 41.221 Economic Geography Map Skills Measurement 41.492 Geography Seminar Bloomsburg University of Page 55 Pennsylvania 18 semester hours to be selected from electives. The Electives (choose 3 elective courses are A minimum six 41.258 Environmental Conservation divided into areas of specialization for your information. from the following courses) 41.302 Land Resources of Management 9 semester hours are to be selected 41.304 Environmental Valuation from 300- and 41.315 Outdoor Recreation Resources 400-level courses. Management Physical: 41.363 Urban Geography 41.125 Weather and Climate 41.303 Biogeography and Soil Resources 51.100 Environmental Geology Human: Skills and Tools 41.250 Elements of Planning 09.231 Technical Writing 41.310 Population Geography 25.103 Public Speaking 41.363 Urban Geography 53.141 Introduction to Statistics 56.110 Introduction to Computer Science Regional: 41.200 Geography of the United States and Choose two from the following four Canada 41.203 Geography of Australia 41.242 or any regional geography course that courses: may Map Skills 41.264 Applied Cartography 41.342 Geographic Information Systems be offered 51.320 Remote Sensing of the Earth Environmental: 41.105 Environmental Issues and Choices Cognate Areas Economics (choose 41.258 Environmental Conservation at least one from the Management 41.302 Land Resources Management 40.211 Principles of Economics I 41.304 Environmental Valuation 40.212 Principles of Economics II 41.315 Outdoor Recreation Resources 40.316 Urban Economics 41.301 Water Resources following four courses) Management 40.410 Public Finance Techniques: Science Political 44.120 United States Government 41.264 Applied Cartography 41.342 Geographic Information Systems 44.452 State and Local Government 51.320 Remote Sensing of the Earth Also Special Topic: Title changes depending on are: 44.452 Public Policy topic Sociology (choose at least one from the follow- Optional Elective: 41.496 Internship in Geography Upon recommended 44.438 Public Personnel Administration ing departmental approval a student may five courses) 45.211 Principles of Sociology choose to undertake an internship 45.213 Contemporary Social Problems of 3 to 12 semester hours of which a 45.316 Urban Sociology maxiumum 45.457 Sociology of Community be applied of 3 semester hours may to the required elective 45.468 Social Service Planning credits. Option III - Emphasis on Environmental Option II - Urban and Regional Planning Core Courses: Planning Core Courses: 41.101 World Physical Geography 41.101 World Physical Geography 41.221 Economic Geography 41.105 Environmental Issues and Choices 41 .250 Elements of Planning 41.250 Elements of Planning 41.350 Advanced Planning 41.258 Environmental Conservation 41.497 Internship in Planning 41.301 Water Resources 41 .498 Applied Planning Seminar Management Management 41.302 Land Resources 41 .350 Advanced Planning Undergraduate Catalog Page 56 41.497 Internship in Planning 41 .498 Applied Planning Electives (choose a Seminar minimum of three from the following five courses) 41.303 Biogeography and Soil Resources 41.304 Environmental Valuation 41.315 Outdoor Recreation Resources Management 51.370 Hydrology and Tools assistant professor - B.A,. Williamette University; M.S., Ph.D., Pennsylva- Duane D. Braun, professor - New York B.S., at The Johns Hopkins Uni- Patricia J. Beyer, B.A., Valparaiso University; M.S., University of Illinois; Ph.D., Arizona State Uni- 44.452 State and Local Government 53.141 Introduction to Statistics 92.150 Introduction to Computer and Information Science 44.120 United States Government (strongly recommended) versity Norman M. Gillmeister, professor Map Skills - B.A., Harvard College; M.A., Indiana University; M.A., Ph.D., Harvard University Sandra J. Kehoe-Forutan, associate professor- Queen's University; Choose two from the following four courses University; Ph.D., B.A., MCRP, The Ohio State The University of Queensland 41.264 Applied Cartography 41.342 Geographic Information Systems 51.320 Remote Sensing of the Earth Minor in Environmental Planning - The minor in geography constitutes 18 semester hours and must include the following courses: 41.105 Environmental Issues and Choices 41.250 Elements of Planning 41.258 Environmental Conservation Management Management 41.301 Water Resources Choose one from the following three courses: 41.315 Outdoor Recreation Resources Management 41.242 Bodenman, E. versity 25.103 Public Speaking 41.302 Land Resources Ph.D., Kent State University John Fredonia; M.A., Ph.D., 09.231 Technical Writing 41.242 Shahalam M. N. Amin, assistant professor - B.Sc, M.Sc, University of Dhakam, Bangladesh; M.Sc, University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada; nia State University. 51.100 Environmental Geology Skills Faculty Profiles Map Skills 41.264 Applied Cartography Jerry T. Mitchell, B.S., M.A., sity; Joseph Towson State Univer- Ph.D., University of South Carolina R. Pifer, associate professor - B.S., Clarion State College; M.A., Arizona State University Michael K. Shepard, assistant professor - B.S., Vanderbilt University; Ph.D., Washington University Dale A. Springer, professor A.B., Lafayette Col- - lege; M.S., University of Rochester; Ph.D., Vir- ginia Polytechnic Institute Lawrence Tanner, professor - and State University B.A., Williams Col- lege; M.S., University of Tulsa; Ph.D., University of Massachusetts Karen M. Trifonoff, associate professor- B.S., M.S., University of Akron, Ph.D., University of Kansas Cynthia Venn, assistant professor University; M.S., Texas - B.A., Vanderbilt A&M University; Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh 2 Bloomsburg University GEO of Page 57 Pennsylvania (41) Geology Administered by: Department of Geography and Geosciences Campus address: 11 6S1 51.265 Geomorphology Hartline Science Center 51.369 Structural Geology Telephone number: (570) 38941 08 51.468 Stratigraphy and Sedimentation Fax number: (570) 389-3028 51.470 Groundwater Hydrology Department chair: Norman M. Gillmeister Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science 51.262 Petrology 51.360 Introduction to Paleontology College: Arts and Sciences in 51.493 Bibliography and Research Geology 51.460 Aqueous Chemistry About the Program The primary earth science 51.480 Geophysics (highly recommended) goal of the faculty of the geology- program is solid foundation in geology ences. This is 51.451 Field Techniques in Earth Science or to provide students with a and/or the earth accomplished by balancing classroom studies, laboratory exercises and field equivalent 4 to 6 semester hours sci- experience field with ancillary courses in chemistry, physics and mathematics. The departmental program also supports the university's aim of providing a strong eral arts lib- background for students. This integration course Choose one of the following two sets of courses: 53.123 Essentials of Calculus and 53.141 Introduction to or 53.125 Analysis I Statistics and 53.126 Analysis II Choose two of the following three courses: 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic of science and liberal arts successfully prepares Chemistry graduates for entry-level employment in the earth 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry science profession or for acceptance into highly 52.216 Chemical Principles and competitive graduate programs in the geological Measurements (highly sciences. recommended second as the course) Required Courses Choose one of the following two General Education Requirements to - In addition 54 semester hours of general education require- ments, 72 semester hours geology. The balance of is required for a major in the university's 128-hour requirement for an undergraduate degree comes from elective courses. The degree program in geol- ogy requires the following courses: 51.101 Physical Geology 51.102 Historical Geology 54.1 1 1 Introductory Physics I Introductory Physics or 54.211 General Physics General Physics I sets of courses: and 54. 1 1 II and 54.212 II Note: 51.480 Geophysics may be substituted for the second semester of physics. Requirements for the Minor - A total of 20 semester hours is required for a minor in geology. A minor program in geology requires the following: 51.111 Physical Geology Laboratory 51.101 Physical Geology 51.112 Historical Geology Laboratory 51.102 Historical Geology 51.261 Mineralogy 51.111 Physical Geology Laboratory , Page 58 Undergraduate Catalog Norman M. 51.112 Historical Geology Laboratory 12 hours selected from the following Gillmeister, professor B.A., Harvard Harvard University courses: Sandra J. Kehoe-Forutan, associate professor- B.A. 51.261 Mineralogy 51.262 Petrology Queen's University; MCRP, The Ohio State 51.320 Remote Sensing of the Earth University; 51.355 Synoptic Meteorology Queensland 51.360 Introduction to Paleontology Jerry 51.265 Geomorphology T Joseph Ph.D., The Mitchell, B.S., M.A., sity; 51.369 Structural Geology 51.468 Stratigraphy and Sedimentation Towson R. Pifer, associate professor 51.480 Geophysics (highly Dale A. Springer, professor recommended) - ginia Polytechnic Institute Clarion assistant professor - B.Sc, M.Sc, University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada; Ph.D., Kent State University assistant professor - B.A,. nia State University. and - State University B.A., Williams Col- lege; M.S., University of Tulsa; Ph.D., University of Massachusetts Karen M. Trifonoff, associate professor - B.S., M.S., sas Cynthia Venn, assistant professor University; M.S., Texas D. Braun, professor B.S., University of Akron, Ph.D., University of Kan- Williamette University; M.S., Ph.D., Pennsylva- Fredonia; M.A., Ph.D., - A.B., Lafayette Col- Lawrence H. Tanner, professor- M.Sc, University of Dhakam, Bangladesh; B.S., New York at The Johns Hopkins Uni- versity Patricia J. Beyer, B.A., Valparaiso University; M.S., University of Illinois; Ph.D., Arizona State University B.S., lege; M.S., University of Rochester; Ph.D., Vir- Faculty Profiles Duane - versity 51.460 Aqueous Chemistry Bodenman, State Univer- Vanderbilt University; Ph.D., Washington Uni- 51.475 Independent Study E. of Ph.D., University of South Carolina Michael K. Shepard, assistant professor 51.470 Groundwater Hydrology Shahalam M. N. Amin, University State College; M.A., Arizona State University 51.370 Hydrology John - College; M.A., Indiana University; M.A., Ph.D., 11 - B.A., Vanderbilt A&M University; Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh Bloomsburg University PHY of Page 59 Pennsylvania (54) Health Physics The program Administered by: Department of Physics edge and College: Arts and Sciences Campus address: 55 Hartline Science Center or Fax number: (570) 389-3028 C. provides students with the knowl- necessary to begin professional work succeed in graduate school. Qualified Bloomsburg graduates are sought by nationally recognized graduate programs at Ohio State Univer- Telephone number: (570) 38941 52 Program coordinator: Jack to skills Couch Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science and Texas A and M Univer- sity, University of Florida sity. Also, across the nation, there has tended shortage of health been an ex- physicists, so today, there are excellent prospects for professional employ- About the Program The health ment physics profession is diverse of the most interesting and rewarding entific endeavor. It and their devoted fields to protecting of making it possible to enjoy the ben- of the peaceful use of the atom. It has upon immediately graduation from Bloomsburg. sci- people environment from potential radiation hazards, while efits is and one common Required Courses In addition to 54 semester hours in general education requirements, the bachelor of science pro- gram in health physics requires 68 semester hours, many areas of specialization, with the balance of the university's 128-semester including physics, biology, engineering, chemistry, hour requirement for a bachelor's degree coming from elective courses. Required courses: scientific interests with environmental sciences and medicine. Health engaged of occupations, 54.211 General Physics I including the power industry and the environmen- 54.212 General Physics II physicists are in a variety and regulatory agencies of government. Also, tal 54.310 Modern Atomic Physics they work in research laboratories, hospitals and 54.315 Electronics pharmaceutical manufacturing, where they 54.320 Nuclear Radiation assist The Bachelor of Science in Health Physics pro- vides a foundation of courses in physics, ics, mathemat- chemistry and biology, as well as specialized courses in health physics. As with other science majors, the major in health physics requires dedica- must spend about 50 54.360 Health Physics 54.420 Nuclear Radiation 59.498 Internship in Natural Sciences and Mathematics I studies, in- 53. 126 Analysis II volving classes, laboratories and outside prepara- 53.225 Analysis III or more hours per week on academic tion. Modern state-of-the-art laboratories introduce students to instrumentation and advanced techniques of measurement. Internships are of- fered in industrial, medical or government settings. II 54.460 Applied Health Physics 53.125 Analysis tion, so, for success, students I 54.330 Radiation Physics with medically beneficial uses of radiation. 53.241 Probability and Statistics 56.1 16 Algorithmic Processes for Computers 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry Page 60 Undergraduate Catalog 52.216 Chemical Principles and Nathaniel Greene, assistant professor - Measurements Gunther 50.1 10 Biology of Animals L. Ph.D., Faculty Profiles: - B.S., University of Rochester; Ph.D., Georgia Insti- Technology - B.A., Utah State Univer- M.A., Vanderbilt University; Ph.D., Texas A & M University Antioch The Pennsylvania University; Ph.D., versity B.S., Ph.D., State University - B.S., M.S., State University Peter C. Stine, associate professor Christopher Bracikowski, assistant professor sity; - P.James Moser, chairperson, professor 50.41 1 Radiation Biology Jack G. Couch, professor Lange, assistant professor The Ohio 50.120 Biology of Plants tute of B.S., College; M.A., Ph.D., Boston University - B.A., The Pennsylvania Wesleyan State Uni- Bloomsburg University HIS of Page Pennsylvania 61 (42) History and research Administered by: Department of History College: Arts and Sciences skills. They also foster use of computand other information technologies that facili- ers Campus address: 1 04 Old Science Hall and tate historical research The Telephone number: (570) 38941 56 analysis. excellence of the program is manifest in the academic success of our students and Fax number: (570) 389-4946 Stu- faculty. dents in the program often present their research Department chair: William Hudon Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts at honors conferences; several student research won prizes and several more have been The history faculty is composed of dedicated working scholars who make teaching their first professional priority. The faculty collectively papers have published. About the Program The Bloomsburg University Department of His- tory delivers a great course of studies where stu- have produced a long list of important books, re- dents and faculty work together in pursuit of excel- search articles and conference presentations. They lence. daily bring this professional experience Students who major Bloomsburg bring or minor in history at to their college excellent high school credentials tise into the classroom, where it is and exper- integrated into experience both teaching that students routinely recognize as excel- and strong lent. Faculty intel- The Department of History proscholarships for outstanding new students, as and secretarial staff members all work lectual curiosity. constantly to improve vides dent, for instance, in the accessibility of faculty, the well as scholarship support for sity offers no major our finest advanced Bloomsburg Univermore scholarships and fellowships than students; in fact, at does the Department of History. The department is dedicated to honing students' intellectual and skills fostering their love of learning while providing a solid world grounding history. in American, European and Students begin their training in His- tory with a carefully planned series of introductory service for our students, evi- variety of internship opportunities available to stu- dents and the quality of student advisement. Successful undergraduate students in the De- partment of History pursue a wide variety of reers. Many go on ca- to successful careers in fields normally associated with history, such as law, law en- forcement, public history, public administration and education. Students from the program are teaching in primary and secondary schools across courses that provide a fundamental survey-level the United States. knowledge of the history of the United graduate training in history at major universities and as world and regional history. States as well They then go on to upper-level seminar courses where they develop a deeper ity to level of knowledge and enhance their abil- work accurately and critically with secondary sources and with primary source documents. Upper-level courses in the place heavy emphasis Department of History on writing oral presentation several have sors. Many gone on of students have pursued to careers as university profes- Others have distinguished themselves business and corporate worlds, in the in industries rang- ing from insurance to high-technology information services. Page 62 Undergraduate Catalog The program Required Courses In addition to 54 semester hours of general education requirements, a total of 36 semester hours required for a major in history with at least 15 mester hours drawn from 300 and 400 It is strongly recommended Research and Writing The se- that student take 42.398 historical research (42.398 in those courses at the that are basic to and required of flexibility in a mini- ); 100 level history majors; framing a minor pertinent to the in addition to 42.398 at Modern World minor provides the mal background student's academic interest; Skills in their junior year. 42.112 Origins of the 42.113 independent is level courses. for the history following features: at least one directed exercise in and at least one course an advanced requirement level. Modem World 42.121 United States History Survey: Faculty Profiles Colonial Period to 1877 42.122 United States History Survey: 1877 to Richard G. Anderson, associate professor - B.A., Western Kentucky State College; M.A., Ph.D., the Present 42.133 Texas Christian University The Ancient and Medieval Worlds Jeffrey A. Davis, assistant professor - B.A., M.A., East- 42.398 Research and Writing Skills ern Washington University; Ph.D., Washington Choose one from the following four courses: State University The Modern Far East 42.142 Latin America: From European 42.141 Nancy Gentile Ford, associate professor M.A., Ph.D., Temple University - B.A., Colonization to the Present Michael C. Hickey, associate professor - B.A., M.A., 42.143 Black Africa 42.144 Islamic and East, India Any Ph.D., Northern Illinois University Hindu Worlds: Middle Abner (Woody) Holton and Malaysia course, 3 semester hours, is selected from III, assistant professor B.A., University of Virginia; Ph.D., - Duke Uni- versity upper-division (300-400 level) offerings in Ameri- can Walter Howard, associate professor B.A., M.A., - history. Any course, 3 semester hours, is selected from University of West Florida; Ph.D., Florida State University upper-division course (300-400 level) offerings in Western civilization or European history covering William V. Hudon, professor versity; the period through 1815. Any course, 3 semester hours, is selected from upper-division (300-400 level) offerings in Euro- Douglas - B.A., Fordham Uni- M.A., Ph.D., University of Chicago Karsner, assistant professor B.A., - Mansfield State College; M.A., Ph.D., Temple University pean history covering the period since 1789. Electives in history: any two 300 or 400-level his- Jeanette Keith, professor- B.A., Tennessee Technological University; Ph.D., Vanderbilt University tory courses. Minor in History - This program requires 18 Arthur W. Lysiak, associate professor - B.S., M.A., se- Ph.D., Loyola University mester hours of history courses with at ter hours in 300 or 400 level courses. least 6 semes- The minor in- Mark S. Quintanilla, assistant professor - B.S., Wingate University; M.A., East Carolina Uni- cludes: versity; Ph.D., Arizona State University 6 semester hours, any two 100 level history Lisa Stallbaumer, assistant professor - B.A., M.A., courses Wichita State University; Ph.D., University of 6 semester hours, any two 200 or 300 level Wisconsin-Madison history courses 3 semester hours, any of the 300 or 400 level history courses 42.398 Research and Writing Skills Bloomsburg University FRE of GER (10) Page 63 Pennsylvania (11) SPN RUS (12) (13) ITL (14) CHI (16) LAT (18) Languages and Cultures French, German, Spanish, Chinese Studies Administered by: Department of Languages and Cultures College: Arts and Sciences also learn of another language helps students Department chair: Jing Luo Telephone number: (570) 3894750 Fax number: (570) 3894459 Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts ing skills. German or Spanish) About Affiliated website: http://vesta.bloomu.edu/~langculi the Programs The Department of Languages and fers About Languages and Cultures of learning. Foreign language study, thus benefits all students, no matter what learning basis. career competitive after graduation. Employ- and graduate schools are receiving an ers creasing number of applications from ever-in- eign language may be A for- the ticket to a rewarding ca- reer in the areas of international business, education, health care, tourism, foreign service, ment and social service, to it fosters among Sci- in Education. The department offers majors and minors in German and Spanish, as well as a career concentration in Chinese. As part of the department's mission in general education, the languages and cultures curriculum serves to eral arts enhance the quality of the students' lib- education with an international and skill. other languages, the program also offers courses in culture greater awareness of cultural diversity and allow greater appreciation of other people's values and ways of third language also gain greater insight into their native language and civilization taught in English to support tional education. Courses in culture, civilization oral expression, and phonetics are included in the area of concentration. Students wishing to combine profiliterature ciency in languages and cultures with another ma- jor life. and the goals of global/cultural awareness and interna- knowledge of another language Those who learn a second or or Spanish as an ing proficiency for communication with speakers of provides you with a broader view the peoples of the world German multicultural perspective. In addition to develop- of the world and an additional marketable Additionally, student interested in a teaching elect French, No few. from the study of another language and culture because Russian and manage- mention just a matter what field you specialize in today, you stand to benefit A Italian, Latin, offered on self-instructional French, qualified stu- dents and are looking for something special. may is area of specialization leading to a Bachelor of Studying another language helps students be- come more German, Spanish. Japanese ence their goals, interests or ideals are. Cultures of- language instruction in seven languages: Chi- nese, French, Knowledge of other languages carries advantages from the most utilitarian to general and abstract applications there- not only allows you to learn about others, you more about yourself. Not only that, study comprehend the intricate connections between language and thought and thereby enhances higher-order think- Campus address: 230 Old Science Hall (French, Knowledge of a second language, culture. fore, and others may elect a minor ish, as well as basic in French, German or Span- and intermediate courses in the other languages offered. Area concentrations in Page 64 French, Undergraduate Catalog German and Spanish are offered for stu- dents in early childhood education, elementary education and secondary education. The depart- and foreign language ics in elementary school be taken to complete the area of concentration. The area of concentration for students in early ment also offers a career concentration in Chinese Studies and an interdisciplinary minors program of childhood education and elementary education Spanish-American Studies with the Department of new requirements. Study Abroad Programs are available in China, France, Germany, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Spain. Individual Practice - Audio tapes, videotapes disks for language courses are avail- able for individual practice in the language laboratory, located in 238 laboratory is revision Old Science Hall. equipped with the The language latest computer elor of Science in Education are tion Programs Abroad urged minimum GPA of 3.8 for all more than one language may be considered for an award in each language.) ; has a at the university of 3.5; minimum GPA in all work is recommended by the and - All language students are An to seek opportunities to study abroad. exchange and internship program with the Univerof Nancy's Faculte des Lettres and the cial Institute in has a in- quirements. sity who Bach- in the sec- on Secondary Education. Students should Language Awards - Outstanding Academic Achievement - This award is presented to any graducourses in the major (A student majoring in to the found quire in the department about changes in the re- technology. ating senior is and students should inquire about Requirements for a major leading Anthropology. and compact under Commer- Nancy, France, brings French stu- Bloomsburg University. It affords Bloomsburg University students in French, regardless of their major, to study at Nancy. French majors, minors and/or business majors with a strong dents to concentration in French, are especially encour- aged to take part in this program. majority of the faculty of the major language. Student Organizations include: Asian Language and Culture Club, French Club, German Club, H.A.B.L.A.S., Italian Club, Phi ish Sigma Iota and Span- Required Courses A total major in of 36 semester hours French in addition to required for a is 54 semester hours of general education requirements. Other than the Club General Education distribution requirements, the French department does not restrict the choice of courses who have studied a language elsewhere in this area, however, students are encouraged should consult the department chairperson for choose general education courses in consultation appropriate placement. Generally, the student with their advisers. should schedule courses as follows: hour requirement for a bachelor's degree come from elective courses. Required courses for the major include: Students of courses to meet the university's 128-semester With one year of high school study or equivalent, schedule 10.101. With two years of high school study or 10.203 French equivalent, schedule 10.102. 1 With three years of high school study or 10.205 Applied Phonetics and III 0.204 French IV Pronunciation equivalent, schedule 10.203. With four years of high school study or 10.206 Structure of the French Language equivalent, schedule 10.204. 10.207 Conversation: French Daily Life and With no previous language Customs study, sched- ule special sections of 10.100 for beginners 10.211 Foundations of French Culture in French. Education Majors elect and Civilization - Students majoring in early childhood education and elementary education may The balance to an area of concentration in French. Stu- 10.401 Advanced French Language 10.402 Contemporary Issues in Francophone Media dents should consult their advisers in the Depart- 10.422 Masterpieces of French Literature ment of Languages and Cultures about course selection. It is recommended that courses in culture and civilization oral expression, literature, phonet- 10.423 Black Francophone Writers and Culture Bloomsburg University Students visement to will Page 65 Pennsylvania of choose 6 credits of electives by ad- fulfill 11.211 Culture Requirements for the Minor: 10.203 French 1 1 Issues in the German 11.422 Masterpieces of 20.411 Modern Linguistics who by advisement. Students Requirements for the Major in German of 36 credit hours is III - A mini- are exempted from any of the above through credit by examination or equivalency or because they enter the sequence need with a course above 11.203, substitute an equal (11.203). Students ing the major sequence. number of credits from the electives by advisement. Requirements for the Minor may Students majoring in Education an 11.203 area of concentration in German. Students should 11.204 elect 11.206 Structure of the guages and Cultures about course selection. Plus 12 credits in and that courses in culture tion oral expression, literature, phonetics It is German civiliza- and for- in German: German III German IV consult their advisers in the Department of Lan- recommended Theory required for the major, (11.102) or the equivalent before enter- II Literature minimum of electives Students choose six credits beginning with German German 20.311 Structure of the English Language for a total of 21 credit hours. German German Contemporary Choose one of the following two courses: Plus 12 credits in French above the level of mum I Media 10.206 Structure of the French Language III, .402 III 10.204 French IV French and Civilization 11.331 Selected Twentieth Century Writers the requirement. German Language German above the level of III, for a total of 21 credit hours. eign language in elementary school be taken to complete the area of concentration. Area concentration in German is offered to Education majors, who should check with their adviser to Requirements for a major leading tion Students who have studied a language elsewhere should consult the department chairperson for develop a plan of study. elor of Science in Education are Spanish to the found Bach- in the sec- on Secondary Education. Students should appropriate placement. Generally, the student should schedule courses as follows: With no background in- in the language, quire in the department about changes in the re- schedule 12.100 quirements. With one year of high school study or Study Abroad in Jena, Germany University offers Bloomsburg an exchange program with the equivalent, schedule 12.101. - Friedrich-Schiller-Universitat in Jena, With two years of high school study or Germany. equivalent, schedule 12.102. The Jena program is open to all Bloomsburg University students who have had at least two years of college German or the equivalent. Jena offers a With three years of high school study or equivalent, schedule 12.203. With four years of high school study or broad range of courses for exchange students, such as German Language, equivalent, schedule 12.204. With no previous language Culture, Literature, Intercul- and Communication. Students are courses after taking a placement test in tural Business placed in Jena. The exchange usually takes place in spring semester. Students are encouraged to participate in their sophomore or junior 11.204 in Spanish. Education Majors - Students majoring in Education may elect selection. ture 11.205 Applied Phonetics and and netics Pronunciation 1 1 study, sched- 100 for beginners an area of concentration in Spanish. partment of Languages and Cultures about course German III German IV 11.206 Structure of the 1 2. Students should consult their advisers in the De- years. Required Courses: 11.203 ule special sections of .207 Conversation: Daily Life and Customs recommended and foreign language be taken German Language It is The that courses in cul- civilization oral expression, literature, to in pho- elementary school complete the area of concentration. area of concentration for students in early childhood education and elementary education is Page 66 Undergraduate Catalog revision and new requirements. under students should inquire about of 36 semester credit hours above the 100-level to complete his/her major. Along with Requirements for a major leading to the found elor of Science in Education are tion will take a total Bach- in the sec- on Secondary Education. Students should in- foundational course work to develop proficiency in the language in the four skills and the learning of technical tools to approach literary works, the pro- quire in the department about changes in the re- gram quirements. taught in English to support the goals of global-cul- Annual Spanish Section Award - This award is presented to a senior who: excels in the Spanish lan- tural also offers courses in culture Required courses include: 12.203 Spanish department and the 12.204 Spanish IV mended by and is recom- the majority of the faculty in the Span- Study Abroad Opportunities: The department 12.205 Phonetics: Theory and Practice 12.207 Conversation: Hispanic Daily Life an exchange program with the University of Puerto Rico, Cayey Campus. The university students UPR is open to all who have had of college Spanish. two years at least A Summer Abroad program also offered, the first seven days at University and then four weeks at the is Bloomsburg Universidad The Pontificia of Salamanca, Salamanca, Spain. program III 12.206 Structure of the Spanish Language ish section offers civilization awareness and international education. guage, has rendered language-related service to the university, and also includes trips to different cultural and Customs 12.211 Spanish Culture 12.214 and Civilization The Hispanic World Today 12.306 Structure and Composition 12.331 Selected 20th Century Writers 12.402 Issues in the Hispanic Media 12.421 Hispanic Prose The following two courses may count as re- quired courses with the chair's approval: sites. Internship Opportunities: Students can enroll in 38.498 Internship in the Humanities, transferred as an in Spanish require total cultural immersion and to take place in a Spanish-speak- ing country. Internships are tailored to the students' interest and according to the skills gained in the language. Interns have both an on-site and a faculty supervisor to oversee Career Opportunities: 12.212 Spanish American Culture and program. Internships elective in the Spanish must be designed 12.250 Spanish for Spanish Speakers and guide their work. A student interested in a Civilization Electives should 12.203 Spanish ondary Education or 12.206 Structure of the Spanish Language Plus 12 credits in Spanish above the level of III, for a total of 21 credit hours. Career Concentration in Elementary Education. Students wishing to com- bine proficiency in Spanish with another major elect 21 semester credit hours to in Spanish. Spanish Bachelor of Science in Sec- as a III 12.204 Spanish IV teaching career can elect Spanish as an area of specialization leading to a be chosen from Spanish courses numbered above 12.204 with advisement. Requirements for the Minor may complete a minor Other career opportunities exist in busi- Career Concentration in Chinese Studies The concentration program credits in elective courses. requires 18 credit and 6 Bloomsburg University hours of study, with 12 credits in core courses ness administration, maintains academic relationships with several uni- relations, translation versities in commerce, banking, public and interpretation services, publishing, journalism, the tourist industry and hotel management. Since Spanish is spoken around the world, highly qualified bilingual graduates are in demand by the international business commu- nity, the Foreign Service and by international agen- cies such as the World Bank, the World Health Or- and the United Nations. Requirements for the Major - Besides meeting ganization the general education requirements, the student versity, China. Currently, QingHai Normal Uni- Northeast Normal University and ShenYang Teacher's College offer study-abroad programs to our students. Students taking courses through pro- grams with these universities may have credits ap- plied to the concentration. Required Courses: 16.105 Chinese I 16.106 Chinese II 16.211 Foundations of Chinese Civilization Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Page 67 16.212 China Today Solange Garcia-Moll, assistant professor, B.A., M.A., Elective Courses: 42.141 University of Puerto Rico; Ph.D., The Modern Far East 31.346 Art History of the Far East Amarilis Hidalgo-Dejesus, associate professor, B.A., 44.160 Nations, States and Governments University of Puerto Rico; M.A., versity; Ph.D., University Faculty Profiles Brenda Brigitte L. Callay, professor, B.A., M.A., University of Delaware; Ph.D., University of Louvain, Bel- gium Patricia Temple Uni- of Colorado Reiser, associate professor, B.A., State College; Rutztown Middlebury College; M.A., Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania Jing Luo, associate professor, B.A., M.A., Beijing Dorame-Holoviak, associate professor, in Spanish Lit., University of Veracruz, Lie. Mexico; Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin Gilbert Darbouze, associate professor, Ph.D., City College of Temple Uni- versity New York; Ph.D., Graduate School and University Center-CUNY University; Ph.D., The Pennsylvania State Uni- versity Jesus Salas-Elorza, assistant professor, B.A., Universidad Eracruzana, Mexico; M.A., Ohio University; Ph.D., Luke Springman, The University of Colorado associate professor, B.A., Indiana University; M.A., Ph.D., Ohio State University , Page 68 Undergraduate Catalog MSC (27) Mass Communications American Advertising Federation (AAF) Administered by: Department of Mass Communications the Society of Professional Journalists College: Arts and Sciences Campus address: 1 1 00 McCormick Center for Human (SPJ) and the National Broadcasting ety-Alpha Epsilon Services Telephone number: (570) 389-4836 Soci- Rho (NBS-AERho). Degree Program Fax number: (570) 389-3983 To earn a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communicamajors must complete the necessary semester Department chair: Richard Ganahl tions, Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts hours in three competency areas: writing, profes- About the Program sional skills In mass communications, students prepare to work as professionals in public relations, advertis- ing, journalism or telecommunications. The degree program balances a broad knowledge of the liberal and natural sciences with the professional and theoretical preparation needed by today's media professionals. Bloomsburg offers: arts Relevant course work in the competency skills and Internship experiences at off-campus sites areas of writing, professional theoretical foundations. necessary to complete the student's pro- Practica aged and theoretical foundations. and Internships - Students are encour- to participate in practica or internships dur- ing which they are expected to practice the technical aspects of their specialties. earned are Semester hours in addition to the core and on and areas. Internships are available specialty off campus; some are paid. Students may to take both an offcampus internship and an on-campus practicum to be as well prepared technically as possible. Some practica are available on student productions such as The Voice, Bloom News, Spectrum magazine and a range of other campus communications activities. Recommended Preparation - High school stu- dents interested in communication-related careers fessional training. should become involved in school media. These campus media: The Voice, the competitive, weekly media can include newspapers, yearbooks, magazines, radio, video or television production and student newspaper; Spectrum, the nation- programs. Professional experience with four ally recognized, full-color regional maga- zine; BUTV, provides student-produced television programming; WBUQ -FM, stu- dent managed radio station featuring in call- and music programs. The committed student can gain valuable expe- rience through volunteer efforts with groups such offices as community chambers of commerce, tourism and other non-profit organizations. Admission Requirements - mass communications program Active local chapters of the Association of the chair Public Relations Students (APRS), the dents, and is Admission is to the by application to limited to approximately 60 stu- who should have achieved a cumulative Bloomsburg University of Page 69 Pennsylvania grade point average of 2.5 or higher. Acceptance In areas of advertising and public relations, stu- program depends, however, not only on the GPA, but also on past experience and potential. Students should exhibit strong writing, visual and creative qualities and a record of interest and par- dents gain experience with ticipation in media-related extracurricular activi- development. into the Students are encouraged to ties. make if they feel their admission. Students national competitions. opportunities for sales The publications provide management and account a case for their admission in the light of previous experience even Required Courses GPAs alone may not justify In addition to 54 semester hours in general edu- be notified of their accep- cation requirements, a total of 36 to 42 semester will required for a major in mass communica- tance as mass communications majors as quickly as hours is possible. Students are expected to have declared tions. The balance of the their majors no later than the time they have accu- mulated approximately 72 semester hours. lum ensures better preparation for today's changcommunications industry. Graduates are ing Voice; the four-color regional magazine, Spectrum; vertising, journalism is broadly trained for careers in public relations, ad- and telecommunications. The Obiter; the annual stu- Pilot; BUTV and WBUQ-FM. retical a full-color regional magazine pub- lished twice a year within the department. Spec- trum has earned numerous national awards, knowledge, writing proficiency and profes- sional development. 27.110 Mass Communications and the Popular Arts in- cluding the American Scholastic Press Association's 27.230 Newswriting "Outstanding Magazine in the Country." 27.241 Media Graphics or 27.271 Media The Voice is About 40 to 50 students work on the paper each semester. They participate in all management decisions. Students enjoy full editorial control and operate all newspaper departments. The department operates three television stution of 4,500. dios for formal course work and to provide hands- on experience with modern broadcast equipment. BUTV/Radio Services, the de- partment encourages students to participate campus broadcast duced programs, televised in 27.310 Media Media 27.360 Mass Media Processes and Effects 27.420 Audience Analysis Choose two from the following 27.340 Feature Writing 27.352 Publicity and Public Relations 27.366 Design in Advertising 27.371 Broadcast Journalism town council meetings and sporting 27.440 Public Affairs Reporting RTF Authorship Theory and Practice Choose three from the following eleven courses: 27.485 all ties and editorial functions, studio all production activi- Students also staff a campus radio station, WBUQ-FM. The FM local 27.251 station has acquired the mini- audience necessary for recognition by Arbitron, the country's major radio audience rat- PR Theory & Practice 27.261 Principles of Advertising 27.297 Mass Communications Practicum 27.367 post-production work. six courses: 27.334 Editing including student-pro- Bloom News is a weekly half-hour student-produced news program cablecast live and rebroadcast over local community channels. Students manage Law 27.315 Social Foundations of the Mass local telethons, charity drives, activities events. mum Operations a student newspaper with a circula- In cooperation with It is organized around three competency areas: theo- the student yearbook, Spectrum university's 128-semester hour requirement for a bachelor's degree comes from elective courses. The department's curricu- Campus Media - Students have the opportunity to write for a number of university publications. These include the campus student newspaper, The dent handbook, The The Voice and Spec- trum magazine and they enter major regional and TV Acting and Directing 27.375 Broadcast Programming and Management 27.390 Film and Video Production 27.435 Journalism Workshop ing service. Students participate in station manage- 27.446 Magazine Editing and Production ment, programming and 27.455 Public Relations Cases and Problems as on-air personalities for student-produced music and talk programs. 27.466 Advertising Media and Campaigns Page 70 Undergraduate Catalog 27.480 Telecommunications Workshop Choose one from the following three courses: 274.20 Audience Analysis 27.482 Mass Communications Seminar 27.497 Internship William T. Green, associate professor, Mass Com- munications - A. B., Heidelberg College, M.A.., Ph.D., University of Toledo Maria Teresita G. Mendoza-Enright, associate professor, Mass Communications - B.A., M.A., Uni- versity of the Philippines System; M.A., Univer- Faculty Profiles sity Walter M. Brasch, professor - A.B., San Diego State University; M.A., Ball State University; Ph. D., Ohio University Richard J. Ganahl fessor, III, St. Jay Shotel, assistant professor, B.A., M.Ed., The Pennsylvania State University; Ph.D., Psychochairperson, associate pro- Mass Communications - B.A., University of Missoury at of Chicago; Ph.D., University of Wisconsin- Madison Louis; versity of Missouri at B.J., M.A., Ph.D., Uni- Columbia logical Studies Institute Dana R. Ulloth, professor, B.A., Mass Communications - Southern College; A.M., Ph.D., University of Missouri Bloomsburg University MAT of Page Pennsylvania 71 (53) Mathematics Administered by: Department of Mathematics, Computer College: College of Arts Science in Mathematics and Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (See Science and Statistics Campus address: 1 1 05 McCormick Center for Human one Fax number: (570) 389-3599 Department chair, e-mail James C. Pomf ret, applied pomfret@bloomu.edu Degrees awarded: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science Program and another designed to encourage and promote thinking and problem-solving skills, the ar- mathematical ideas and the effective use of calculator and computer technology. Bloomsburg's mathematics program enjoys a statistics grams in mathematics through the program in re- mathematical analysis and sci- quired courses in select an area of concentration Many erally do in excess of 600 gen- best. The Department of Mathematics, Computer Science and Statistics offers three baccalaureate degree programs: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of in their junior year an area of applied math- students choose a joint program in math- ematics and computer science, mathematics and who but those is ence. In the bachelor of science program, students physical sciences. tionally competitive, arts more engineering, numerical analysis, cryptology, systems dents with scores in excess of 500 on SATs are tradi- same the program statistics, ing. In addition to strong verbal skills, potential stu- of the degree pro- essentially specifically applications-oriented with research analysis, software engineering, industrial and teaching. Bloomsburg's program is rigorous and demand- is riculum designed to accommodate varied career are actuarial science, statistical analysis, operations analysis, decision analysis in all mathematics offers a more flexible cur- ematics. by mathematics majors in objectives while the bachelor of science and graduate programs. Among career paths chosen de- mathematics. Addi- two years. The bachelor of first demic community and offers 100 percent place- The science, actuarial science. to develop proficiency in rates in business in computer that prepares students for interest- strong reputation in both business and the aca- ment in department has a strong program The course sequence The primary objective of the mathematics program is to provide a thorough background in both the theoretical and real-world applications of mathematics. The curriculum and instructional ticulation of minor ing careers in data analysis, design of experiments and critical offers a in statistics tionally, the : strategies are Sci- ject area curriculum supporting teacher certifica- partment also Telephone number: (570) 389-4500 the on Computer tion in secondary education mathematics. Services About section ence). In addition, the department offers the sub- and Sciences or mathematics and an area of business or A student majoring in chooses an area of concentration education in math- ematics essentially follows the bachelor of arts pro- gram in mathematics. The department strongly sup- ports the implementation of mathematical and tistical software throughout all sta- the mathematical programs. Students who complete a degree program in mathematics are prepared to continue their studies of mathematics on the graduate level or to enter industry in an area where mathematics is used. Page 72 Undergraduate Catalog For admission to the major in mathematics, a 54.211 General Physics I student should have a thorough preparation in 54.212 General Physics II high school mathematics. Students the who complete 56.121 At Advanced Placement Examination with a score of 3 or higher may earn university credit for the calculus course, 53.125 Analysis first least course At I. Computer Science I one 3-semester-hours computer science numbered 56.122 or above. 3-semester-hours mathematics least three courses at the 300 level including at least one from Required Courses the classical core consisting Advisement should be considered before select- ing general education courses in this major. Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics - 53.331 Required Modern Geometry 53.341 Statistical Methods courses: 53.360 Number Theory 53.125 Analysis I 53.411 Introduction to 53. 126 Analysis II 53.421 Advanced Calculus Group Theory 53.185 Discrete Mathematics 53.422 53.225 Analysis 53.451 Introduction to Topology III 53.226 Analysis IV as 53.310 Introduction to Abstract Algebra 53.314 Linear Algebra course Computer Science I one 3-semester-hours computer science At numbered 56.122 or least requirements for the major. Minor in Mathematics - The program requires The quality point 21 hours of mathematics courses. 56.121 least Complex Variables Courses 53.311 and 56.305 may not be counted 53.241 Probability and Statistics At of: 53.322 Differential Equations above. average of all courses applied to the minor in Mathematics must be at least 2.0 based on a 4.0 system. Required courses three 3-semester-hours mathematics are: 53.125 Analysis I courses at the 300 level, including at least one from 53. 126 Analysis II the classical core consisting 53.185 Discrete Mathematics of: 53.322 Differential Equations 53.331 53.225 Analysis Modern Geometry At 53.341 Statistical Methods 53.360 from the following Number Theory 53.411 Introduction to 53.314 Linear Algebra 53.451 Introduction to Topology 53.322 Differential Equations In addition, at least 6 semester hours in a disci- (as approved by the 56.305 is adviser). may not be counted as 53.226 Analysis IV 53.310 Introduction to Abstract Algebra Complex Variables pline to which mathematics semester hours) chosen list: 53.231 College Geometry Group Theory 53.421 Advanced Calculus 53.422 III least three courses (9 53.331 Modern Geometry traditionally applied 53.341 Statistical Methods Courses 53.311 and 53.360 requirements for the major. Number Theory 53.361 Coding and Signal Processing 53.381 Introduction to Operations Bachelor of Science in Mathematics - A 9-semes- Research ter-hours concentration in a special interest area 53.421 Advanced Calculus within mathematics or in a related discipline; areas 53.422 of concentration available 53.125 Analysis I 53.126 Analysis II upon request. Complex Variables 53.451 Introduction to Topology Minor in Statistics - This program requires 18 semester hours of credit, at least 15 of which must 53.185 Discrete Mathematics be in the Department of Mathematics, Computer 53.225 Analysis Science and III 53.226 Analysis IV 53.241 Probability and Statistics 53.310 Introduction to Abstract Algebra 53.314 Linear Algebra Statistics. Students within the Depart- ment of Mathematics, Computer Science and Statistics may apply the following courses toward the Bloomsburg University of Page 73 Pennsylvania 53.341 Statistical Methods E. 53.342 Design and Analysis of Experiments 53.343 Applied Regression Analysis 53.462 Introduction to Mathematical Institute Statistics course related to applications of statistics may apply the fol- 53.241 and courses listed above for students with the Department of Mathematics, lowing list Statistics; (select Computer or select courses from the one Scifol- Zahira - B.A., 53.343 Applied Regression Analysis 53.491 Special Topics in Mathematics 53.492 Independent Study in Mathematics Courses outside the department recommended B.S., Temple Boston College; - B.A., University of M.S., Ph.D., University of assistant professor - B.S., Wyo- Massa- chusetts Institute of Technology; M.S., Ph.D., versity, B.S., M.S., - 40.400 Introduction to Econometrics Statistics II 48.464 Advanced Experimental Design 50.351 General Ecology 82.306 Methods of Inquiry 45.466 Social Research Tehran Uni- M.Sc, Ph.D., University of Manchester, England James C. Pomfret, chairperson, professor Bates College; M.S., sity; New Mexico - B.S., State Univer- Ph.D., University of Oklahoma Medhi Razzaghi, professor are: 40.446 Business and Economic Punjab B.A., New Hampshire M.S., Ph.D., University of Reza Noubary, professor I 53.342 Design and Analysis of Experiments minor - Indiana University, Bloomington 53.123 Essentials of Calculus for the Pennsylva- University Stephen Kokoska, professor Robert Montante, Statistics Lock Haven; The University; M.A., Ph.D., ming Statistics B.S., M.Sc, Islamabad University; 45.260 Basic Social Statistics - Kahn, associate professor S. University; Maine Orono; 53.125 Analysis Bloomsburg nia State University Lisa Lister, assistant professor of): 40.346 Business and Economic B.S., State University 53.141 Introduction to Statistics 48.160 Basic B.S., Technology A.A., Williamsport M.S., University of Iowa; Ph.D., Bloomsburg lowing courses to the minor: ence and and Curt Jones, associate professor from other departments, with approval of adviser. Students from departments other than mathematics and computer science - Area Community College; - University; M.S., Ph.D., Virginia Polytechnic 53.491 Special Topics in Mathematics One M.S., Ph.D., Georgia Institute of Scott Inch, associate professor and Applications 53.461 Probability Models Dennis Huthnance Jr., associate professor - G.C.E., Lewes Techni- cal College; B.S., Sussex University; Ph.D., University John H. of London Riley Jr., professor The M.S., Ph.D., Yixun - B.A., Shi, associate professor University at Lehigh University; University of Connecticut - B.S., Chuzhon, China; Anhui Normal M.S., Shanghai Teachers University, China; Ph.D., University of Faculty Profiles Iowa William Calhoun, assistant professor -B.A., Carleton Erik Wynters, associate professor College; Ph.D., University of California at Ber- of keley versity Paul G. Hartung, professor - B.A., Montclair State College; M.A., University of Colorado; Ph.D., The Pennsylvania State University New Hampshire; - B.S., University M.S., Ph.D., Cornell Uni- Page 74 Undergraduate Catalog Medical Imaging The Johns Hopkins Hospital Option provides Administered by: Department of Biological and Allied Health the student with at least two clinical competencies Sciences College: Arts and Sciences Campus address: 1 that 05 Hartline Science Center Telephone number: (570) 389-4130 cal E. Casey A. clini- medical diagnostic and at cross sec- JHH follow- ing the pre-clinical years at Bloomsburg University. Shonis Although the management and education empha- Program not selected in this option, some additional courses are required. Medical imagers are allied health professionals who have technology, imaging-MRI and CT) offered ses are the two competencies (radiologic technology, nuclear tional Affiliated website: http://vesta.bloomu.edu/~biology/ About Hopkins Hospiselects vascular interventional radiography Program advisers E. Cole, at the Johns The student sonography, nuclear medicine technology, cardio- Cole Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science James Baltimore, Md. medicine Fax number: (570) 389-3028 Program Coordinator: James must be pursued tal in expertise in the operation of imaging equipment and the preparation of patients for vari- The Mansfield University/Bloomsburg University association facilitates transfer Associate Degree program from Mansfield's in Radiology Technol- may ogy to Bloomsburg's baccalaureate degree for include competencies in radiography, nuclear medical imagers. After admission to Mansfield, an medicine, sonography, radiation therapy, cardio- interested student signs a letter of intent to transfer ous diagnostic procedures. These procedures vascular interventional radiography tional imagery. Additionally, many and cross sec- clinically edu- cated radiographers pursue careers in managerial To meet the varying needs of medical imagers, the program or teaching roles within their disciplines. offers an assortment of academic pathways leading to a baccalaureate degree. Bloomsburg to Bloomsburg The to those possessing certification in radiologic technology, to students degree radiography/ who have com- pleted the Radiology Technology Associate Degree is time the Associate in Applied completed. Office of Admissions at Bloomsburg re- serves a place for the student as a junior year transfer student upon receipt of the student's letter of intent. One offers a bachelor of science at the Science degree year prior to matriculation at Bloomsburg, the student confirms the intent to enroll by completing the transfer admission application. Bloomsburg Mansfield. accepts A minimum all 67 credits from of 61 additional semester who hours of credit must be completed to be awarded have completed a unique program with the univer- the Bloomsburg University Bachelor of Science at Mansfield University and to those students and Johns Hopkins Hospital. Most radiography students are required sity lect a group of courses comprising either a manage- ment or an education emphasis eral degree. Bloomsburg residency requirements must to se- education courses. in addition to gen- be observed. Advisement. This program has the greatest number of allied health science students. The advi- sors guide students in the selection of courses, in Bloomsburg University of Page 75 Pennsylvania choosing the most appropriate academic pathway and in clinical placement. Clinical placement, how- not automatic; generally, a ever, is 2.5 required. is GPA of at least Admission. Students may enter the program as first-year freshmen or at an advanced level follow- Professional Courses 50. 1 1 Biology of Animals or equivalent Anatomy and Physiology I 50.174 Anatomy and Physiology II 50. 1 73 52.101 Introductory Chemistry 54.107 Applied Physics for Health Sciences ing clinical preparation in radiography. Students 48.101 General Psychology entering at the advanced level are awarded 20-60 48.160 Basic credit hours for satisfactory completion of the AMA-approved program and passing the ARRT ing. It attracts individuals skills is rigorous and who have strong quantita- and great strength Computer and Information Science demand- in reading comprehension. Students should be prepared to and clinical environments strong background in all the sciences. study in both academic and have a Statistics or 92.150 Introduction to Bloomsburg's program and people or 53.141 56.110 Introduction to Computer Science examination. tive Statistics Introduction to Emphasis Courses - Select an emphasis management or in either education, both require a total of 15 semester hours in courses: Management Emphasis 90.101 Introduction to Business 91.220 Financial Accounting Required Courses 93.344 Principles of In addition to 54 semester hours of general edu- cation requirements, the major requires several specific courses, plus options depending on whether the student prefers an emphasis in management, education or both. The balance of course work to satisfy the university's 128-hour re- quirement for a bachelor's degree come from tive courses. elec- Students should work closely with their adviser to organize an efficient plan of study. 93.345 Human Management Resource Management 91.498 Special Topics: Intro to Health Care Education Emphasis 60.204 Educational Computing and Techology 60.251 Psychological Foundations in Education 60.291 Principles of Teaching 60.311 Classroom Measurement and Evaluation 60.393 Social Foundations in Education . Page 76 Undergraduate Catalog MDT (86) Medical Technology Bloomsburg's program Administered by: Department of Biological and Allied Health Sciences ing. College: Arts and Sciences tive Cole Downing, Judith A. Kipe-Nolt, E. and great strength visors to demic and professional Program The programs in allied health sciences and increase the encom- and various other this member efficiency and effectiveness of of a health care team. Programs in area combine natural science and liberal arts education with clinical instruction. In general, dents their stu- who complete any of the programs may enter professions immediately. Others may select postgraduate education in health care. Central to most allied health portion, is programs, especially the clinical completion of the clinical satisfactory standards, often referred to as the Essentials. These standards establish requirements related to curriculum, personnel, Financing, and resources records. largest in the riculum consists of a five years, the clinical It is placement rate continue in the foreseeable fu- Commonwealth. The is cur- minimum of 96 semester hours will anticipated that this high ture. Admission to the clinical year experience is not automatic. Students begin the application proce- dure after completing two academic years, usually summer following the Assistance in the sophomore year. making application for admission offered by the university, but admission is is deter- mined solely by the clinical affiliates. Presently, Bloomsburg is affiliated with nine hospitals; however, clinical experience may be taken at any hospital with an accredited program. Students who are not selected at the end of their junior year can change their major and readily isfy Bloomsburg's medical technology program one of the aca- been 100 percent. other health professionals by becoming a contributing as ad- placement rate for medical technology students has pass those health areas in which individuals support, aid in all the sci- activities. Placement. In the past the to medical technology students-guiding them in their course selections Parsons Affiliated website: http://vesta.bloomu.edu/~biology/ About in reading Advisement. Three faculty members serve : James demand- strong quantita- ences. Degree awarded Bachelor of Science P. skills rigorous and ment and have a strong background Fax number: (570) 389-3028 Program advisers: Judith and people is who have study in both an academic and clinical environ- Telephone number: (570) 38941 30 E. attracts individual comprehension. Students should be prepared Campus address: 1 05 Hartline Science Center Program coordinator: James It sat- the requirements for the Bachelor of Arts in Biology during their senior year; other degree options are also available. Students may continue to seek admission for the clinical year while complet- of courses prescribed by the university, followed by ing their degree. one calendar year of clinical education Program of Study - As mentioned earlier, the medical technology program consists of a minimum of 96 semester hours of course work prescribed by the university, followed by one calendar cal in a medi- technology program accredited nationally by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) Bloomsburg University Page 77 Pennsylvania of year of clinical education in a medical technology 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry program. 52.216 Chemical Principles and Measurements Assistance with the admission application to the clinical year phase is admission to that phase, as well as Organic Chemistry fees, are deter- mined solely by the institution work done. The university cannot guarantee that is 52.341 Biochemistry or 52.232 Intermediate offered by the university, but where the 53.141 Introduction to Statistics clinical 54.107 Applied Physics for Health Sciences a student will be accepted for the clinical education portion of the program. In general, students with the highest academic achievement, well and have a history of volunteer who interview work are given priority. 56.110 Introduction to Computer Science Elective Courses who successfully requirements and the complete clinical year all eligible to take the of the earn a Bachelor Upon awarded a is certificate of registry and the designation Medical Technologist (M.T) (ASCP) or Clinical Laboratory Scientists (C.L.S.) (NCA). A student who fails to gain admission to a clinical program at the gram) or wishes to complete a degree prior may remain to enat the and complete the requirements for a baccalaureate degree. Ordinarily, a student can complete the degree requirements for a Bachelor of Arts, with a major in biology, in one additional year; other curricula may demand more time. Many students in the medical technology program select an option in microbiology. This option tailed in the section on is de- Biology. A minimum of 96 semester hours in general education requirements and professional education requirements and 32 clinical hours are required for a major in medical technology leading to a Bachelor of Science degree.. Professional Education Courses 50.107 Medical Terminology 1 50.233 50.470 Medical Parasitology Clinical Experience - A total of hours must be earned from the listing medical technology that are given 32 semester of courses in at the clinical site. Adjunct Faculty Abington Memorial Hospital, Abington, Biology of Animals or 50. 1 20 Biology Pa.: Paul J. Cherney, M.D., Medical Adviser; Barbara Scheelje, M.T. (ASCP), J. Program Director Alleghany University Hospitals, Elkins Park, chard Rupkalvis, M.D., Medical Adviser, Pa.: Ri- Phyllis Gofkin, Ph.D., M.T. (ASCP), Program Director Susquehanna Health System: Divine Providence Hospital, Williamsport, Pa.; William Lubble, M.D., Medical Adviser; Loretta A. Moffatt, M.T. (ASCP), Program Director Penn State/Geisinger Medical Center, Peter Required Courses 50. 1 50.455 Environmental Microbiology end of the junior year (3+1 pro- tering the clinical experience university as electives: 50.442 Virology of Animals successfully completing one or both of these examinations, the student recommended 50.364 Vertebrate Histology two certification examina- tions for medical technologists. minimum program requirement of 96 semester hours. The following of Science degree. All clinical year graduates be- come Students must select addi- complete the tional courses to courses are Students - J. Danville, Pa.: Cera, M.D., Medical Adviser; Alvin Swartzentruber, M.T. (ASCP), Program Director Lancaster General Hospital, Lancaster, T Eastman III, Pa.: James M.D., Medical Adviser; Nadine E. Gladfelter, M.T. (ASCP), Program Director Guthrie Medical Center: Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, Pa.; Joseph J. King, M.D., Medical Adviser; Brian D. Spezialetti, M.S., M.T. (ASCP), Program Director of Plants Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia, Human Warhol, M.D., Medical Director; Caryn Lennon, M.T. (ASCP), S.H., Program Director Technology Consortium. Medical Scranton Scranton, Pa.; Mary A. Meihofer, M.D., Medi- Genetics or 50.332 Genetics 50.242 Biology of Microorganisms 50.271 Cell Biology 50.342 Medical Bacteriology 50.343 Immunology 50.371 Principles of cal Adviser; Mammalian Physiology or 50.475 Cell Physiology 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry Mary Gene Pa.: Michael Butler, M.S., M.T. (ASCP), Program Director York Hospital, York, cal Adviser; Pa.: John Whiteley, Brenda Program Director M.D., Medi- L. Kile, M.A., M.T. (ASCP), Page 78 Undergraduate Catalog MUS (35) Music arrangements for interviews and evaluation Administered by: Department of Music College: Arts and Sciences Campus address: 215 Haas Center for the Arts preparation of the initial semester schedule. Bloomsburg's degree in music Telephone number: (570) 3894284 traditionally a is non-teaching degree that stresses more broad- Fax:(570)389-4289 Department chair: Mark after notification of admission to allow sufficient time for based areas of knowledge. Students find employ- R. Jelinek ment Degree awarded Bachelor of Arts : as private teachers of voice or instruments, serve as music resource consultants, are church organists About the Program The Bloomsburg sic offers University Department of Mu- three major tracks: music history, applied music and audio-video recording. Seven minor tracks of music include applied voice, applied in- strumental, piano/organ, history and literature, theory, music skills and audio-video recording. The degree program enables directors, become professional arts. set- become music library assistants and consultants, are mass media contributors such as radio music programmers and recording specialists and are employed in many areas of the music and recording industry as arrangers, composers and comtings, puter music copyists. the major to con- centrate in music while obtaining broad under- standing in the liberal and choir vocal-instrumental performers in a variety of Music minors choose a The department also supports a music concen- tration for majors in Elementary Education. Music scholarships and ensemble service sti- specialization of applied performance, music his- pends are awarded each year on the tory or audio-video recording. In addition, majors bution or potential individually or within one or develop applied music more of the performing ensembles. Awards sight-singing, sembles. tunity in music theory and performing en- The program affords students the oppor- through general education courses, to study other forms of and through courses skills art, as artistic expression, such as theater well as selected subjects from other ma- jor academic disciplines. restricted to A full are not music majors or minors. range of applied instruction able each summer in a is also avail- concentrated but relaxed atmosphere during six-week sessions. The department offers a high degree of indi- vidual attention with a faculty-to-student ratio of Prospective students should initially contact the 3:1 to enhance understanding, proficiency and de- Office of Admissions regarding admissions proce- velopment. dures and indicate music background as requested hearsal in the admissions application. basis of contri- Upon acceptance by braries, Facilities include faculty studios, re- and practice rooms, classrooms, music lia new innovative recording computer lab the university, students considering a music major and two auditoriums. Students receive individual should then contact the Department of Music for weekly instruction taught by faculty with personal an interview and performance audition. Interviews experience and proficiency and participate in and evaluation should occur before May seven performing ensembles that include two prospective student's responsibility 1 to . It is the initiate bands, an orchestra and four choral groups. A full Bloomsburg University of calendar of Page 79 Pennsylvania presentations public throughout the year for ensembles, is offered recitals, special productions and staged works in conjunction with Three Major Tracks Music History and Literature I. 16 semester - hours: theatrical groups. Required Courses 35.430 Seminar in Music History I 35.431 Seminar in Music History II 35.324 American Music In addition to 54 semester hours of general edu- cation requirements, a hours is minimum 35.325 Opera and Music Theater of 44 semester required for a major in music. 35.327 Survey of Popular Music The balance 4 semester hours of applied instrument or of the university's 128-semester hour requirement for a baccalaureate degree comes from elective courses. All music majors are encouraged to select voice study; II. courses in related arts such as studio art, art history, ters communication and hu- theater production, mass manities disciplines among free electives. Applied Music (Performance) Eight semes- of 16 semester hours. Choices include violin, viola, violoncello, Theory - of the same instrument or voice (two lessons per week for two credit hours per semester) for a total Core courses for each track include: double bass organ, voice, piano, trumpet, horn, trombone, baritone, tuba, 35.201 Sight Singing I 35.211 Music Theory II 35.300 Music Theory III: Applied music concentrates must perform a cital in their junior Form and Analysis faculty 35.301 Music Theory IV: Twentieth Century Practice 35.411 Music Theory VI: Orchestration Ensemble participation - six semesters of the student's choice of vocal or instrumental en- re- credit; a committee before public presentation screens recital programs. acoustics, 54.105 Maroon and Gold Band (marching of Sound to meet the Additionally, voice students are required to take 16 hours of free elecuves from Languages and Cultures. at zero credit. The Science natural sciences general education requirement. semble, four at one credit per semester and two 35.106 and senior years at zero Instrumental majors are encouraged to elect 35.410 Music Theory V: Counterpoint minimum flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon and saxophone. 35.210 Music Theory semesters need not be the same voice or instrument. Other course levels may be recommended instead as appropriate for demonstrated language proficiency. in fall, concert in spring) 16.109 Language for Singing 35.107 University-Community Orchestra (chamber orchestra optional) 35.108 Concert Choir Women's Choral Ensemble 35.1 10 Husky Singers (male chorus) 11.101 Chamber Singers 35.112 Studio Band 11.102 German Language I II I HI. Audio- Video Recording 35.101 Music Listening (Early acceptance as 35.321 Music History to 1750 Piano proficiency examination - All majors must an acceptable level of keyboard profi- ciency. Course 35.302 Piano Proficiency may be elected and repeated to aid in the passage of the exam, but election of 35.302 may not be sufficient guarantee passage of the exam. See your Not required of - 44 semester hours a music major complete the program 35.322 Music History-1750 to Present majors. German German 14.101 Italian Music history advisor for details. II and Culture 35.111 in itself to I 10.102 French 11.100 Foundations in 35.109 exit with 10.101 French is necessary to in eight semesters): Harmony/Theory: 35.210 Music Theory I 35.211 Music Theory II 35.411 Music Theory VI: Orchestration Choose one of the following two courses: 35.300 Music Theory III: Form and Analysis 35.301 Music Theory IV: Twentieth Century audio-visual Practice Page 80 Undergraduate Catalog Ear/Perception/Style: as support 35.101 Music Listening (general education Seven Music Minors requirement) The minor 35.201 Sight Singing 35.322 Music History-1750 to Present Choose from the following three courses applied keyboard, music history - literature, theory 35.324 American Music (harmony and application), music skills (general music development) and audio recording tech- 35.327 Survey of Popular Music niques. 35.321 Music History to 1750 Applied Study: Piano - 4 semester hours (see adviser), plus three semesters of choice other than piano at one credit per semester. Can be piano, mixed with other areas. Ensemble participation student's choice - six semesters of the of vocal or instrumental en- semble, four at one credit per semester and two semesters minimum at in fall, (chamber orchestra optional) 35.109 Women's Choral Ensemble 35.1 10 Husky Singers (male chorus) summer (basic non- (summer after second year; a non-university fee required (summer after third 35.497 Internship IV (fourth year onlocation recording for the and Auditorium Manager Audio-Video majors are required to act as recording technicians for events sponsored by the requirement is as specified for a minimum - B.M. /B.M.Ed., Temple M.M., University; D.M.A., Stanford University assistant professor- B.A., State University; M.M., University of San Jose Northern Colorado; C.M.A., University of Washington assistant professor M.M., College. - B.M., Mars Hill Northwestern University; D.M.A., Eastman School of Music R. Jelinek, professor, Eastern New Mexico Music - B.M.E., M.A., University; D.M.A., Ari- by the adviser. The of three events each semester, with two acting as lead technician Wendy L. Miller, associate professor, Music - B.S., Bluffton College; M.M., D.Mus., Indiana Uni- Department of Music, Mass Communications, Television/Radio Music Department The events each zona State University year, zero credit) Services L. Baker, assistant professor Mark as well as credit cost) III by the adviser. minimum of three one acting as lead technician and two James Douthit, credit cost) 35.497 Internship semester, with as specified for a Stephen Clickard, workshop, after first year; a II is Drury College; university fee required as well as 35.497 Internship as Faculty Profiles: Recording Specialization (audio, then video) I requirement Alan Chamber Singers Studio Band 35.497 Internship minors are required to act recording technician for events sponsored by the as support. 35.108 Concert Choir 35.112 that Music Department concert in spring) 35.107 University-Community Orchestra 35.111 The minor in music is a 22-semester hour emphamay be selected by students who major in a program other than the Bachelor of Arts in Music. The minor, which may be completed in 8 or fewer semesters, is built from Code 35 courses that include music theory, ear training, music history and style, applied study and performing ensembles. sis All audio-video zero credit. 35.106 Maroon and Gold Band (marching All provides an emphasis in areas desig- nated applied voice, applied instrumental music, and one versity, Bloomington Terry A. Oxley, associate professor, Music University of Wisconsin, Eau - B.M.E., Claire; M.M.E., University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point; D.A., University of Northern Colorado W Ann Stokes, associate professor, Music - B.Mus., M.Mus., University of North Carolina-Greensboro: Ph.D., Northwestern University . Bloomsburg University PHL of Page Pennsylvania 81 (28) Philosophy minor Administered by: Department of Philosophy Campus address: 21 9 Bakeless Center for the Humanities Telephone number: (570) 3894246 supports also the by including courses that satisfy various general education requirements (i.e., Department chair: Scott Lowe in the humanities division and in the area of and responsible decision making) of its courses, the faculty encourage stu- values, ethics In Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts Affiliated website: philosophy and in university's liberal arts mission College: Arts and Sciences http^/www.bloomu.edu/departments/ all dents to develop their thinking them with philosophy/pages/phildeplhtml by engaging skills, the best minds of the past and present, by challenging them to examine and to criticize the About the Program Philosophy is an arguments of others and by leading them activity concerned with reason- ing about the deepest questions human beings have God? Do we have free will? What is the relation between the mind and body? What is a just society? What is the nature of moralconsidered: Is there a ity? own values contemporary the discipline addresses are as as the possibility of artificial intelli- gence and the ethics of cloning. However, philosoalso concerns itself with its own rich history. Philosophical figures from throughout the history of Western civilization, such as Plato, Aristotle, Descartes, Kant and Mill, remain an important part Regardless of topic or level of difficulty, philosoto ac- quire and to practice a variety of valuable skills, such as the ability to solve and problems, to communi- to assess the strength and co- gency of opposing arguments and proposed plans of action. Students often take several philosophy courses because they find the discussions so interesting and stimulating. Career Opportunities philosophy major is to - An obvious choice for a complete a graduate degree of the discipline's continuing dialog on major and teach philosophical issues. strated a strong ability to score higher The Department of Philosophy to ques- and commitments. phy courses provide a unique opportunity cate effectively The questions phy tion their at the college level. Others have demon- on graduate broad entrance examinations for business and law de- range of courses designed to provide both a gen- grees than students from majors directly con- eral offers a acquaintance with the issues and methods of philosophy as well as a solid foundation for ad- vanced work in the The department discipline. cerned with those industry, a faculty also teach a number of disciplines. For those who turn to careers in business and number of recent studies have suggested want and reward many of the ca- that employers courses in applied ethics: medical ethics, contem- pacities that the study of philosophy develops. porary moral problems and business ethics. All These include the courses examine the views of others about philo- municate and sophic questions and assess the strength one's itself. critically own beliefs that The university look at and develop directly investigate thinking offers both a major and a ability to solve to organize ideas problems, to com- and issues and to and cogency of arguments. Students who complete a major or a minor in philosophy are well prepared to pursue advanced work in Page 82 Undergraduate Catalog the discipline or to apply their philosophical 28.295 Business Ethics skills in multiple career settings such as law, medicine, busi- 28.297 Ethics ness or government. 28.403 Philosophy of Science Opportunities for Students Club provides an - The Philosophy opportunity for whether they are majors, minors or simply members 28.405 Philosophy of Law 28.406 Philosophy of Religion inter- meet with each other and ested in philosophy, to with faculty 28.404 Philosophy of the Social Sciences students, outside the classroom. 28.407 Contemporary Political Philosophy The 28.408 Feminist Philosophy club sponsors guest speakers from on and off 28.418 Contemporary Philosophy of campus. 28.419 Theory of Knowledge Independent study is available for students who wish to undertake intensive study of an area of phi- 28.453 Metaphysics Requirements for the Minor mester hours within the program. Independent study permits Required courses personalized learning through one-on-one interac- An is - A total of 18 se- required for a minor in philosophy. losophy or to pursue topics not normally covered are: 28.111 Introduction to Philosophy member. tion with a faculty Mind 28.297 Ethics internship allows students to explore philo- Choose one of the following three courses: sophical issues in a work setting, such as working 28.270 Logic with a medical ethics committee at a local hospital. 28.1 10 Critical Thinking 28.213 Logic and Computing Required Courses Choose three In addition to 54 semester hours of general edu- cation requirements, a total of 30 semester hours required for a major in philosophy. the 128-hour university's bachelor's degree requirement comes from is The balance of for elective courses. a The following courses are required: elective courses, including one from: 28.321 Plato and Aristotle 28.324 Descartes to Kant 28.328 Existentialism 28.329 20th Century Philosophy or one systematic course (a 400 level or Logic requirement- choose one of the following above course) two courses: Faculty Profiles: 28.270 Logic 28.271 Logic and Computing Steven D. Hales, associate professor 28.321 Plato and Aristotle sity 28.324 Descartes to Kant Oliver J. Larmi, professor Choose one of the following two courses: Wendy Lee-Lampshire, must also be selected in addition to the required courses for this degree program. Two courses must be from the 300 or above 28. 1 1 level sequence: Critical A.B., Dartmouth Col- associate professor - B.A., University of Colorado; Ph.D., Marquette Uni- 28.329 20th Century Philosophy Six elective courses - lege; Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania 28.328 Existentialism - B.A., South- western University; A.M., Ph.D., Brown Univer- Historical requirement Elective Courses - Thinking versity Scott C. Lowe, chairperson, associate professor - B.A, College of William and Mary; M.A., Ph.D., University of Virginia Kurt Smith, assistant professor - B.A., University of 28.111 Introduction to Philosophy California at Irvine; M.A., Ph.D., Claremont 28.220 Medical Ethics Graduate University 28.292 Contemporary Moral Problems . Bloomsburg University PHY Page 83 Pennsylvania of (54) Physics deed, physics graduates, equipped with sharp ana- Administered by: Department of Physics College: Arts and Sciences lytical skills Campus address: 55 Hartline Science Center The Bachelor of Arts Telephone number: (570) 3894107 Fax number: (570) 389-3028 Department chair: P. in the Physics erties ics is and law. more limited scope than the Bachelor of Science degree. It is usually Program is in Physics combined with an engineering degree through the engineering/liberal arts program offered by Bloomsburg University in cooperation James Moser Degrees awarded: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science About and fundamental understanding of na- ture are sought by schools of medicine with the fundamental science of the prop- and interactions of matter and energy. Phys- students study a great deal of mathematics in The Pennsylvania University ( see The minor State University or Wilkes Engineering and Liberal Arts) in Physics provides an introduction to the discipline for those students in other majors order to understand nature in mathematical terms. having a curiosity and a desire to learn more about Also, they learn laboratory skills of designing ex- physics. periments and applying instrumentation, such as, dation in the design, construction and modifica- optical instruments, to ob- tion of electronics circuits for use in scientific inves- electronics circuits serve and and measure natural phenomena. The major The Minor in Electronics provides a foun- tigations. in physics requires dedication. Suc- Additionally, the university offers a Bachelor of spend about 50 to 60 hours per week on academic studies. This includes time in Science degree in Health Physics and a Bachelor of cessful students classes and laboratories and about 30 to studying and preparing assignments. logic puzzles, such as mathematical and you have a natural work, then you curiosity will likely 40 hours If in Science in Education with a concentration in physics {see Secondary Education). you enjoy word problems about how things enjoy learning about phys- Required Courses In addition to 54 semester hours of general edu- cation requirements, the bachelor of arts program At Bloomsburg there are opportunities to study requires 54 semester hours and the bachelor of sci- nuclear physics, astrophysics, applied physics and ence program requires 71 semester hours for a ics. laser physics using state-of-the-art The Bachelor major equipment. of Science in Physics provides the student with knowledge and in physics. Bachelor of Arts required courses include: that are desired 54.211 General Physics I by a variety of industrial employers and some 54.212 General Physics II Bloomsburg physics graduates have followed 54.302 Mechanics: Dynamics reers in business skills positions. Also, physics graduates are well to ca- where they attained leadership prepared succeed in graduate and professional schools. Some students have completed masters and doctor- medicine and law. In- ates in physics, engineering, 54.310 Modern Atomic Physics 54.314 Electricity and Magnetism 54.400 Advanced Physics Laboratory 12 semester hours chosen from other physics courses numbered above 300 1 Page 84 Undergraduate Catalog 53. 125 Analysis I 53.226 Analysis IV 53. 126 Analysis II 53.314 Linear Algebra 53.225 Analysis III 56.373 Numerical Methods in Computing 53.322 Differential Equations Requirements for the Minor 56.116 Algorithmic Processes for Computers mum of 18 semester hours 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic following: Chemistry Measurements Bachelor of Science required courses include: 54.211 General Physics I 54.212 General Physics II Modern Atomic Physics Plus seven semester hours from upper-level Requirements for the Minor These courses must be taken and higher) in Electronics - in sequence: I 54.314 Electricity and Magnetism 54.212 General Physics II 54.315 Electronics 54.315 Electronics 54.318 Optics 54.316 Digital Electronics 54.400 Advanced Physics Laboratory 54.317 Computer Electronics Physics A mini- II 54.211 General Physics 54.310 - I physics courses (300 54.302 Mechanics: Dynamics Modern Atomic 54.212 General Physics 54.310 in Physics required, including the General Physics 54.21 52.216 Chemical Principles and is 54.422 Thermodynamics 54.450 Introduction to Quantum Christopher Bracikowski, assistant professor Mechanics 12 semester hours chosen from other physics courses numbered above 300 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry I 53. 126 Analysis II 53.225 Analysis &M Gunther Technology - B.A., Utah State Univer- M.A., Vanderbilt University; Ph.D., Texas A University L. Lange, assistant professor The Ohio III 56.116 Algorithmic Processes for Computers three courses: B.S., B.S., Antioch College; M.A., Ph.D., Boston University 53.322 Differential Equations 3 semester hours chosen tute of Jack G. Couch, professor Nathaniel Greene, assistant professor- Measurements - University of Rochester; Ph.D., Georgia Insti- sity; 52.216 Chemical Principles and 53.125 Analysis Faculty Profiles from the following - B.S., Ph.D., State University P.James Moser, chairperson, professorPh.D., The Pennsylvania B.S., M.S., State University Peter C. Stine, professor - B.A., Wesleyan University; Ph.D., The Pennsylvania State University Bloomsburg University PLS Page 85 Pennsylvania of (44) Political Science a keen interest in governmental affairs Administered by: Department of Political Science College: Arts and Sciences and interna- tional relations. The department Campus address: Bakeless Center for the Humanities offers courses in all Fax number: (570) 389-2094 wish to acquire a thorough understanding of the art, sci- ence, theories, processes Department chair: Gloria Cohen-Dion ments and Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts the major who fields of political science for students Telephone number: (570) 389-4422 and structures of govern- politics. Introductory courses are designed for both ma- About the Political Program and non-majors. The importance of government and politics (locally, nationally and interna- jors Science embraces the study of politics and government. This includes not only the study tionally) clearly points to political science as a criti- of national, state and local government, but also cal element sity student. the study of all governments worldwide among ternational relations and the in- those governing bod- concerned with ideas, concepts and theories about governments and the role of individuals organizations and the Further, political science ies. governmental systems. political parties within A major is in political science becomes foundation for a variety of fields, including ernment service, politics, journalism, nications, teaching, and even viser, community private business. good planning With the help of an ad- for post-graduate careers studies. Some who ject matter to serve as a foundation for careers in politics, law, public administration, community sercom- munications or teaching. All courses attempt to develop the student's ability to read carefully, critically, A communicate effectively, think analyze logically and research thoroughly. is sought between abstract concepts on hand and concrete applications on the Field work and internships give students an balance the one other. opportunity to apply what they have learned in the students use political science as a second major or a minor to complement majors while others are attracted to a political ence emphasis in the program leading to a comprehensive degree in classroom to the in eco- nomics, mass communications, geography and English, for students wish to pursue in-depth study and specialized sub- law, gov- mass commu- service, Advanced courses are offered any univer- vice, international relations, criminal justice, students create concentrations that further expand opportunities and a in the liberal education of sci- social studies secondary educa- tion. is challenging. Factors of everyday work. legal studies option provides students interested in the law with an opportunity to explore legal problems and institutions, the con- tent and processes of the law and the practice of law from both an academic and practical standpoint. Bloomsburg's program realities Law Option - The It helps students who are considering law school, paralegal work, quasi-judicial or legislative suggesting potential success for high school stu- research careers, as well as other specialized legal dents include strong communication, reading and positions in business, politics, writing skills, an appreciation for social sciences and social welfare or for government service or graduate study. Page 86 Undergraduate Catalog The department 44.487 International also offers a career concentration in Public Administration, which prepares students for entry-level managerial positions in the public sector. This career concentration and students need not be to enroll. is setting (only 3 political science majors at Requirements for the career concentration public administration courses) (570) 389-4516. hours count toward the option) interdisciplinary Contact Dr. Agbango for information Law and Organization 44.497 Internship in a legal or judicial is required. - A A total in of 27 hours (nine student must take one course in each of the following areas: organization Required Courses education requirements, a hours is of 30 semester total required for a major in political science; computer science, statistics, personnel, budgeting and planning. Requirements for the Minor the balance of the university's 128-semester hour mester hours requirement for a bachelor's degree come from ence. There elective courses. ter communication, theory, policy, social psychology, In addition to the 54 semester hours of general Required courses semes- total 12 hours and include the following four courses in political science: States, is is A of 18 se- required for a minor in political sci- - total one required course: 44.160 Nations, Government. Students should consider building a minor around one the fields of political science; namely, American 44.120 United States Government government, international 44.160 Nations, States and Governments and politics, comparative theory politics, political law. 44.210 Introduction to Political Theory 44.280 Introduction to International Elective Courses: 18 semester hours in semester hours Political Science, 12 of which must be chosen from upper 300 division courses, is i.e., at the required for - a total of 30 se- this option. In to the core courses above, 18 (Geography), - Specialist Certificate University addition hours are taken from the following eight courses: 44.440 President and Congress of Cape Atlanta University Gloria T. Cohen-Dion, chairperson, assistant pro- Richard L. Micheri, assistant Temple University professor sity assistant professor - A.A.S., Butler 44. 448 Judicial Process M.A., Ph.D., University of Maryland 44.456 Public Policy B.A., of Pennsylvania; M.A., Rutgers University Diana Zoelle, County Community College, 44.452 State and Local Government - Fordam University; M.A., Columbia University James W. Percey, associate professor - A.B., Univer- Law I 44.447 Constitutional Law II 44.446 Constitutional Coast, Ghana; M.P.A., Atlanta University; Ph.D., Clark fessor- B.S., M.P.A., Ph.D., level or above. Requirements for Law option mester hours Faculty Profiles George Agbango, professor Relations Rock B.S., Slippery University; M.P.A., University of Missouri; Bloomsburg University PSY of Page 87 Pennsylvania (48) Psychology Required Courses Administered by: Department of Psychology College: Arts and Sciences In addition to 54 semester hours of university Campus address: 2103 McCormick Center for Human general education requirements, the program of Services study in psychology requires a Telephone number: (570) 389-4469 Department chair: Winona Cochran the of 36 se- Freshman/Sophomore years: core courses (18 Degree awarded Bachelor of Arts semester hours) (Note: 48.281 and 48.282 must be Program taken sequentially. : About minimum mester hours from the courses specified below: A grade of C or higher is re- quired in 48.101, 48.160 and 48.281.) The Department of Psychology provides a strong undergraduate program for psychology majors and minors and support courses for the eral university's gen- 48.101 General Psychology 48.160 Basic education curriculum. All classes for the major are taught by faculty who have earned doctorates Methodology 48.282 Experimental Psychology: in their specialty. Applications Students in the major are expected to demonstrate a firm grounding in basic statistics and them to excel in courses: degree in psychology from Bloomsburg Uni48.31 ground for graduate study of the discipline. It an appropriate back- and research employment in such as clinics, community human coun- service half of Bloomsburg's graduates continue their education in graduate programs and the uni- good placement reputation. Factors suggesting a probability of success in the for students considering Bloomsburg 1 2 semes- Choose two from the following three 48.360 Cognitive Psychology 48.375 Psychology of Learning 48.380 Behavioral Neuroscience Choose one of the following two courses: 48.335 Abnormal Psychology 48.436 Theories of Personality Choose one of the following seven courses: 48.321 Psychological Tests and in- clude strong reading, abstract thinking and analyti- Measurements Community Psychology 48.350 Psychology of Sex and Gender 48.340 cal skills ( courses: settings zations or businesses. program Junior/Senior years - content courses poten- agencies, educational institutions, research organi- versity enjoys a Adulthood and Aging ter hours) possibilities with the seling centers, hospitals, About 1 in all areas also offers qualified students a broad range of career for Adolescence 48.253 Social Psychology versity gives quality students tial 48.211 Child Psychology or 48.212 advanced theory and content courses. A Choose two from the following four in ex- perimental methodology and research, thus allowing Statistics 48.281 Experimental Psychology: and a strong desire to understand funda- mentals of behavior and behavioral change. Page 88 Undergraduate Catalog 48.356 Psychology of Motivation 48.451 Laboratory Training in James H. Faulkner West Florida; Ph.D., University of Alabama Kambon Camara, assistant professor - B.S., Florida Brett L. Beck, professor Group Processes 48.453 Organizational Psychology A& 48.476 Principles of Behavior Modification Senior year hours) - select - capstone courses (6 semester two courses from the following six M University; M.S., University of Wiscon- WinonaJ. Cochran, professor- A. S., Dalton Junior College; B.S. University of Tennessee; M.S., 48.341 Theory and Practice of Academic Ph.D., University of Georgia Steven L. Cohen, professor- B.A., Oakland Univer- Psychology 48.401 History of Psychology sity; 48.406 Psychology Seminar 48.466 Independent Study in Psychology Minor in Psychology - A minimum of 1 8 semester L. The Ohio Marion G. Mason, 48.281 Experimental Psychology: 300 or 400 courses: B.S., M.A., State University associate professor - B.S., South- State University Alex J. Poplawsky, professor B.S., University - of Scranton; M.S., Ph.D., Ohio University Alicia level. Choose one from the following four Redfern, professor assistant B.A., - Mercyhurst College; M.Ed., Ph.D., Temple University Constance J. Schick, professor Statistics 40.346 Business and Economics 45.260 Basic Social Statistics Bloomsburg John - A.B., Douglass College-Rutgers University; Ph.D., Vanderbilt University Baird Jr., professor - B.B.A., B.A., University of Vir- North Carolina State Uni- E. - B.A., West Chester Lehigh University Waggoner, professor - B.A., State College; M.S., Ph.D., State University Angelo Tech University State College; M.A., University; Ph.D., Faculty profiles Eileen C. Astor-Stetson, professor - State University; Ph.D., Texas Joseph G. Tloczynski, associate professor Statistics 53.141 Introduction to Statistics versity B.A., M.S., ern Nazarene University; M.A., Ph.D., The Ohio Methodology 9 semester hours of Psychology courses, 6 of ginia; M.S., Ph.D., - Richard Larcom, associate professorPh.D., 48.101 General Psychology 48.160 Basic M. Kontos, associate professor Julie Ph.D., University of Georgia hours in psychology as specified: at the King College; professor, B.A., M.A., Ph.D., University of Connecticut 48.497 Practicum in Psychology which must be Ph.D., University of Maine James H. Dalton, Jr., 48.464 Advanced Experimental Design S. A.A., sin-Stout courses: John - State Junior College; B.A., University of Shippensburg The Pennsylvania Bloomsburg University SOC of Pennsylvania Page 89 (45) Social Welfare Administered by: Department of Sociology, Social Welfare and agencies on aging, children and youth services pro- Criminal Justice grams, day care programs, drug and alcohol programs, hospitals, mental health agencies, adult and College: Arts and Sciences Campus address: 21 06 McCormick Center for Human juvenile probation programs, women's centers and voluntary organizations such as the Salvation Services Army and the YMCA. Telephone number: (570) 3894237 Fax number: (570) 389-201 Department chair: I. Required Courses Sue Jackson In addition to 54 semester hours of general edu- Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts cation requirements, a total of 46 to 54 semester About the Program Designed hours prepare students for beginning- to level professional social viduals, families, nities, work practice with indi- groups organizations and commu- Bloomsburg's Social Welfare program cludes a rigorous and in- demanding broad area of study on topics essential to gaining expertise in social work practice plines. The program is academic disci- principal educational objective of the to eralist social as well as related prepare students for beginning gen- work accredited by the Council on Social Welfare Edu- cation, graduates are eligible for licensing in states that have licensing at the baccalaureate level within the social work profession and potentially qualify for advanced standing status sities that grant at colleges All social welfare majors The first, rience, occurs early do two practicum expe- Bloomsburg tive courses. ria and For information about admission details re- eleccrite- on the course sequence, see Charles Laudermilch, director of the social welfare program. Required courses for this degree program include: 40.211 Principles of Economics 44.120 United States Government Work and Social Welfare 45.297 Introductory Practice Experience in Social Welfare 45.334 Social Work Practice with Individuals and Families 45.450 Social Work Practice with Small 45.452 Social Work Practice With Organizations and Communities an introductory practice expe- 45.453 Social Welfare Policy on 45.497 Social Welfare Internship in the curriculum and the second, an internship, typically takes place during the senior year. Students are placed in a variety of different social welfare systems with the goal being an orientation quirement for a bachelor's degree come from Groups it. riences during their experience at University. and univer- The required for a major in social welfare. 45.133 Introduction to Social practice. Because Bloomsburg's Social Welfare program is is balance of the university's 128-semester hour to the kinds of they seek to pursue a career. programs in which They include area 45.498 Integrative Methods Seminar in Social Work and Social Welfare 45.211 Principles of Sociology 45.215 Racial and Ethnic Minority Groups 45.260 Basic Social Statistics Undergraduate Catalog Page 90 45.462 Sociological Theory Charles W. Laudermilch, associate professor 48.101 General Psychology versity Frank G. Lindenfeld, professor- 48.210 Life-Span Psychology additional three credit course in versity; Martin psychology. 50.101 General Biology L. Needleman, Univerity of F. Yvette J. Armstrong, professor - B.A., Wash- Leo of Pennsylvania G. Barrile, professor E. of Pennsylvania; M.A., Ph.D., University of California at Berkeley James H. Huber, professor - B.S., I. State State University Sue Jackson, chairperson, professor - A.B., Lycoming College; M.S.S.W., Graduate School of Social Work, University of Texas; Ph.D., Bryn Mawr College New York B.A., at Buffalo assistant professor - B.A., Bowling University, M.A., Ph.D., University of - B.A., State Univer- sity of New York at Albany; M.A., Ph.D., Univer- sity of Washington Dale L. Sultzbaugh, associate professor - B.A., Gettysburg College; M.Div., Lutheran Theological Seminary; M.S.W., Bloomsburg College; M.A., University of Delaware; Ph.D., The Pennsylvania - California at Riverside B.A., M.A., Ph.D., Bos- - Greenwald, associate professor- B.A., Uni- versity assistant professor Neal Slone, assistant professor ton College David Samson, Green ington and Lee University; M.A., Ph.D., University B.A., Cornell Uni- M.A., Ph.D., Columbia University University of Texas at Austin; M.A., Ph.D., State I Faculty Profiles Christopher B.A., Moravian College; M.S.W., Wayne State Uni- 45.466 Social Research One - West Virginia Univer- sity Anne K. Wilson, professor- B.A., Carleton College; M.S., University of Maryland; Ph.D., Hopkins University The Johns Bloomsburg University SOC of Page Pennsylvania 91 (45) Sociology Administered by: Department of Sociology, Social Welfare and ogy" while taking courses. All students entering the Criminal Justice applied sociology option must do an internship for between College: Arts and Sciences Campus address: 21 06 McCormick Center for Human and community-based government agencies. Internships often create links for future Telephone number: (570) 389-4237 employment. Fax number: (570) 389-2094 I. and 15 semester hours, most of which organizations, while others are with Services Department chair: six are with nonprofit voluntary Sue Jackson Required Courses Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts In addition to 54 semester hours of general edu- About the Program cation requirements, a total of 36 semester hours Students majoring in sociology have the choice required for a major in sociology. is The balance of of either majoring in sociology or doing an option the university's 128-semester hour requirement for in applied sociology. a bachelor's degree comes from elective courses. Sociology is a great major for students excited about studying society and its who are Core courses: various com- 45.211 Principles of Sociology 45.255 Research Methods for Social Inquiry ponents of communities, institutions and other who major in this area many diverse fields, includ- structured groups. Students 45.260 Basic Social have begun careers in 45.462 Sociological Theory Statistics ing classical sociology as well as sales, fashion mer- Sociology Major - Students also must select eight chandising, industry, stock brokerages, computer additional courses, 24 semester hours, from Sociol- programming, insurance, research and ogy courses; four of these must be drawn from 300 social wel- and 400 fare. Because of the abstract nature of the subject matter, students to do must have very good study habits well in this discipline. Beyond taking the four social level courses. The sociology internship and work courses may not be counted as part of these eight courses. Applied Sociology option required core courses listed below, students have 45.211 Principles of Sociology considerable 45.255 Research Methods for Social Inquiry flexibility in the courses they select; of the eight additional sociology courses required, 45.260 Basic Social four must be at 300 or 400 45.462 Sociological Theory level, excluding intern- 45.316 Urban Sociology ship. Internships are optional within the major, but those interested in field experience will work with their adviser to choose one that helps fulfill learn- ing goals. who want 45.461 Social Problems of Urban/Rural Communities Choose three from the following six courses: Applied Sociology those Statistics is an exceptional option for actual experience "doing sociol- 45.213 Contemporary Social Problems 45.490 Sociology of Aging Undergraduate Catalog Page 92 of Social Work, University of Texas; Ph.D., Bryn 45.345 Medical Sociology Mawr 45.465 Computer Applications - B.A., Moravian College; M.S.W., Wayne State Uni- 45.441 Social Indicators Three additional coures within the department, one of which must be a sociology course An internship College Charles W. Laudermilch, associate professor 45.468 Social Service Planning versity Frank G. Lindenfeld, professorversity; B.A., Cornell Uni- M.A., Ph.D., Columbia University Martin L. Needleman, assistant professor (6-15 semester hours) - B.A., University of Texas at Austin; M.A., Ph.D., State Faculty Profiles Christopher F. Univerity of Armstrong, professor - B.A., Wash- Yvette J. ington and Lee University; M.A., Ph.D., University Leo G. E. B.A., M.A., Ph.D., Bos- Greenwald, associate professor- B. A., of California at Berkeley James H. Huber, professor - - B.A., Bowling University, M.A., Ph.D., University of B.S., - B.A., State Univer- sity of New York at Albany; M.A., Ph.D., Univer- sity of Washington Dale L. Sultzbaugh, associate professor - B.A., Gettysburg College; M.Div., Lutheran Theo- Bloomsburg State College; M.A., University of Delaware; Ph.D., The Pennsylvania at Buffalo assistant professor Neal Slone, assistant professor Uni- versity of Pennsylvania; M.A., Ph.D., University I. New York California at Riverside - ton College David Green of Pennsylvania Barrile, professor Samson, State University Sue Jackson, chairperson, professor logical Seminary; M.S.W., Anne - A.B., Lycoming College; M.S.S.W., Graduate School West Virginia Univer- sity K. Wilson, professor- B.A., Carleton College; M.S., University of Maryland; Ph.D., Hopkins University The Johns 6 Bloomsburg University THE of Page 93 Pennsylvania (26) Theatre Arts Administered by: Department of Communication Studies and majors and minors: students with professional ambition as well as those Theatre Arts and process College: Arts and Sciences as who share a love of the art an avocation. Campus address: 1 1 03 McCormick Center for Human Required Courses Services Recommended among 54 semester hours of gen- Telephone number: (570) 38941 84 eral Fax number: (570) 389-351 30.101 Introduction to Art Department chair: Howard Schreier 35.101 Music Listening Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts Affiliated education courses are: Requirements for the Major website: http://vesta.bloomu.edu/~csta mester hours About The the Program to and minors in the study is committed and to pro- ma- its practice of theatre, curriculum and to enhance the cultural of the life All courses are taught by pro- Students in the major are expected to demon- working knowledge of historical temporary theories and practices erature, design total of 42 26.102 Introduction to Theatre Arts 26.108 Theatre Practicum (must be taken for a total of 6 semesters) Choose one of the following two coures: 26.112 Fundamentals of Acting and performance. in and con- courses: 26.211 Theatre Production/Stagecraft lit- 26.345 Costume Construction in the- 26.215 History of the Theatre dramatic A degree Choose one of the following two Management atre arts provides successful students with a solid 26.321 Theatre and Stage background for achievement 26.341 Fundamentals of Theatre Design and career agers possibilities as and technicians in graduate studies performers, artists, man- in professional theatre related fields such as film and and artist, Modern Theatre 26.490 Seminar: Theatre (a seminar in script analysis) scenic designer, costume de- and When students acquire junior standing, they must declare an emphasis area. bachelor of science in education with a con- course not previously taken from the required centration on theatre Performance is also available. The Bloomsburg Players The Bloomsburg Play- course - 15 semester hours. Choose the listing: 26.112 Fundamentals of Acting the theatre division's cocurricular producing 26.316 Play Directing and support organization. Membership includes 26.200 Experimental is in- clude performance, design technology or general: manager. ers Emphasis areas stage signer, lighting designer, script writer A 26.416 television. Typical career opportunities for theatre majors are performing se- arts, 26.316 Play Directing fessionals in the field. strate a A Courses include: supporting the university's general education campus community. - required for a major in theatre including 27 semester hours in required courses. division of theatre arts viding a strong undergraduate program for jors is Movement Page 94 Undergraduate Catalog 26.451 Advanced Acting Choose the course not previously taken from the 26.490 Seminar: Theatre (a seminar in stage make-up and a seminar in required course advanced 26.345 Costume Construction scene study) Design Technology - 15 semester hours. Choose the course not previously taken from the required course listing: 26.211 Theatre Production/Stagecraft listing: 26.219 Children's Theatre Choose one course each selected from the Performance and Design Technology emphasis areas. 26.211 Theatre Production/Stagecraft Faculty Profiles 26.345 Costume Construction 26.251 Theory of Stage Lighting and Design 26.31 1 Karen Anselm, professor, Scene Design Bruce Candlish, 26.414 Costuming for the Stage 15 semester hours. Choose the course not previously taken from the required course - B.A., San Jose The Pennsylvania State University technical problems). - B.A., University of Pitts- assistant professor State college; M.F.A., 26.490 Seminar: Theatre (a seminar in General - burgh; M.F.A., Carnegie Mellon University Michael Collins, associate professor - B.A., east Missouri State University; M.F.A. list- North- Purdue University ing: 26.112 Fundamentals of Acting 26.316 Play Directing E. Ross Genzel, assistant professor - B.A., Concordia Teachers College; M.A., Northwestern University; M.F.A., George Washington University Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Page 95 College of Business David Long Dean, College of Business The College of Business and graduate programs offers undergraduate in business administration and business education. The college accreditation by the pursuing is American Assembly of giate Schools of Business. holders for college dents' is its Within the Eastern Penn- education recognized by stake- quality. The primary objective of the teaching, particularly development of stu- quantitative/analytical Members of reasoning base, spreadsheets skills. the faculty serve as consultants, re- and decision support software are maintained. Business Honors Program The College program during their junior and senior years. bility is limited to students with a more GPA lum must have completed a minimum of 15 semester hours at Bloomsburg to be eligible for considertion is minor in business administra- available to students in other colleges. The college is committed to the incorporation of technology into the curriculum. Each full-time faculty member's appropriate office has been equipped with an microcomputer. purpose General classrooms with computer projection capabilities, an electronic commerce laboratory and a access microcomputer laboratory are in Sutliff Hall and are subject in common operation to recurring update and renovation. A local area network interconnects faculty and administrative offices, classrooms and and links to other computer facilities on campus. Through the State System of Higher Education Network, faculty, students and staff have access to the Internet linking them to local, regional, national and international networks. Unilaboratories and sopho- years in their business courses (core, major and business university who wish to transfer to a business curricu- Eligi- minimum GPA of 3.40 for coursework in the freshman private sectors. Students enrolled in other colleges within the of Business provides superior stu- dents an opportunity to participate in an honors searchers and educators in both the public and ation. In addition, a data- and presentation), multimedia Colle- sylvania region, the college provides the opportunity for a business form application software (word processing, electives) or a 3.50 in their business courses GPA overall if their is between 3.25 and 3.40. Career Concentration The College of Business offers a career concen- tration in International Business. This concentra- tion provides students with the necessary skills knowledge to operate in a global and economy. The concentration includes a core of international business administration courses, accompanied by interdisciplinary courses with an international phasis. A language proficiency is em- a requirement of the concentration. Academic Departments The College of Business is composed of six aca- demic departments: Department of Accounting, Department of Business Education and Office Information Systems, Department of Computer and Information Systems, Department of Finance and Business Law, Department of Management and De- partment of Marketing Page 96 Undergraduate Catalog Programs and Specialization Business Education: Bachelor of Science in Edu- Business Administration: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Specializations in: Ac- counting, Business Economics, Finance, Manage- ment Information keting. Systems, Management and Mar- cation, Certification in: Accounting, ing, Data Process- Marketing and Office Information Systems quired for all (re- majors) Computer and Information Systems: Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Systems. Bloomsburg University ACC of Page 97 Pennsylvania (91) Accounting Administered by: Department of Accounting of algebra and a solid academic background are College: Business the best preparation for entrance into this business Campus address: 219 Sutliff Hall specialty. The department offers Telephone: (570) 3894755 18 courses in accounting Fax number: (570) 389-3892 plus the opportunity for an internship experience Department chair, e-mail: Nancy Coulmas, designed to provide upper-division students with the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experi- ncoulmas@husky.bloomu.edu ence in the business community. Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science in Business Many Administration graduates become certified public ac- countants (CPAs), join corporations or enroll in About the Program graduate school, including the master of science in The accounting program's curriculum is tailored to address the demands confronted by The department today's professional accountant. Students learn placement how to accumulate and summarize world's six leading accounting firms, along with information, to accounting program at Bloomsburg University. analyze and interpret results and to present infor- many mation that often becomes key to decision making. Bloomsburg. The program emphasizes communication skills, the importance of both written and oral, be- enjoys a nearly 100 percent job rate for the past 10 years. Five of the public and private organizations, recruit at The College of Business has two student com- puter labs that are dedicated to serving business stu- cause successful accountants spend more time dents. working with people than with numbers and more stand-alone software, network software and direct time helping others to reach decisions than tabulat- access to the Harvey A. Andruss Library, electronic ing figures. Among other services, both labs provide mail and the Internet. Students also have complete Students in accounting work extensively in com- puter laboratories with Windows-based microcomputer applications. Students are expected to culti- access to all campus computer facilities via or fiberoptic link from residence modem halls. The accounting department includes 10 faculty, whom have doctoral degrees and eight of vate a level of proficiency in the general use of com- nine of puter software programs dealing with database whom management, electronic spreadsheets and word work experience in public and private accounting with major companies and small businesses, govern- processing. While approximately one-half of the students are CPAs. Collectively, they possess diverse ment agencies and not-for-profit organizations. entering this program have completed an account- ing course in high school, prior exposure to ac- countancy is not required for admission. The accounting course, Principles of Accounting first I, in- Required Courses Among 65 semester hours of general education courses, students must take: troduces the accounting cycle and presumes no 20.101 Composition I prior knowledge of the discipline. At least 20.201 Composition II one year Undergraduate Catalog Page 98 Requirements for the Minor 25.103 Public Speaking - A minor in ac- 40.211 Principles of Economics I counting provides students in disciplines outside of 40.212 Principles of Economics II the College of Business with a broad background in 40.246 Business and Economic Mathematics 40.346 Business and Economics Requirements for the Major is - A The minor functional areas. its essary to apply their Statistics is major discipline in the business environment. The minor consists of 18 semester 53.1 18 Applied Matrix Algebra mester hours accounting and designed so students can have the background nec- (or 53.123 Essentials of Calculus) of 63 total se- required for a major in accounting hours, 12 of which must be taken at Bloomsburg University. The following courses are required: under the business administration degree program. 91.220 Financial Accounting Required courses include: 91.223 Managerial Accounting Business Core Curriculum (27 semester hours): 91.221 Principles of Accounting I 91.321 Intermediate Accounting I 91.322 Intermediate Accounting II 91.223 Managerial Accounting Choose two of the following three 92.150 Introduction to Computer and 91 .324 Tax Accounting Information Science courses: 91.342 Auditing 93.344 Principles of Management 91.348 Cost Accounting 93.481 Business Policies and Strategies 96.313 Introduction to Corporate Finance 97.310 Marketing: Principles and Practice 98.331 Business Richard Baker, L. professor Law I vania State University; C.P.A., C.M.A., C.I.A William E. Bealing, Jr. - B.S.B.A., Shippensburg Uni- 91.222 Principles of Accounting II 91.321 Intermediate Accounting I versity of Pennsylvania, M.B.A., University 91.322 Intermediate Accounting II Montana; Ph.D., The Pennsylvania State Uni- 91.323 Intermediate Accounting III of versity; C.P.A. Michael C. Blue, associate professor 91.324 Federal Tax Accounting - B.S., Univer- of Wisconsin; M.S.B.A., Boston University; 91.342 Auditing Theory and Procedure sity 91.348 Cost Accounting M.S., University of Wisconsin; Ph.D., University 98.332 Business of Idaho, C.P.A., C.G.F.M. Law II Accounting Electives - (6 credits) must be 400- accounting courses not to include 91.432 Ac- Nancy Coulmas, chairperson, B.S., Health Care. sylvania State University Courses - Three courses (9 credit hours) are required in upper-level business or eco- nomics courses. Most accounting students complete a six-credit internship (91.432) to fulfill this selecting an elective, students should be sure they have proper prerequisites and avoid elec- courses below that level for which the student has already been prepared in that subject field. Courses designated with a 40, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 96, 97 or 98 prefix are considered business or economGeneral education electives - Select a minimum of 11 semester hours in non-business elective Note: completion of a Hwang, professor homa; Richard E. C.P.A., Graduation requires successful total of - B.A., Chengchi C.MA. McClellan, assistant professor - B.S., Bucknell University; C.P.A. John Rude, ern associate professor 128 semester hours. - B.B.A., M.A., West- Illinois University; Ph.D., Kent State Uni- versity, C.P.A. Michael Shapeero, associate professor - B.S., M.B.A., California State University; Ph.D., Virginia Polytechnic Institute ics electives. courses. B. K. University; M.A., Ph.D., University of Okla- M.Ed., Bloomsburg State College; M.S.B.A., part of the requirement. When Dennis - M.B.A., Bonaventure University; Ph.D., The Penn- St. Elective associate professor New York Institute of Technology; counting Internship or 91.498 Introduction to tive M.B.A., B.S., - Bloomsburg State College; Ph.D., The Pennsyl- Accounting Requirements (24 semester hours): level Faculty Profiles C.P.A., C.MA. and State University, Bloomsburg University FIN of Page 99 Pennsylvania (96) Business Administration and Economics Administered by: Department of Finance and Business Law College: Business Choose one of the following two courses: 40.246 Business and Economics Campus address: 223 Sutliff Hall Mathematics Telephone number: (570) 3894560 53.123 Essentials of Calculus Fax number: Business Core: (570) 389-3892 91.220 Financial Accounting Department chair: David G. Martin 91.223 Managerial Accounting Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science in Business 92.150 Introduction to Computer and Administration Information Science About the Program The major ics 93.344 Principles of Management in business administration-econom- 93.446 Business Polices and Strategies provides a perspective of the domestic and inter- national economic system levels and the influence making process of tions. in the on the Macro and Micro it exerts and 98.331 Introduction to institu- This major provides students with educa- prepare them for careers domestic and international 97.310 Marketing: Principles and Practice on the decision- financial markets tional opportunities that 96.313 Introduction to Corporate Finance Business Administration and Economics Specialization 40.311 Intermediate Micro-Theory and fields. Managerial Economics Required Courses 40.312 Intermediate Macroeconomic In addition to 68 semester hours of general edu- program in business administration and economics requires 24 hours of Theory cation requirements, the core business courses, 18 hours of courses specific to finance and business ness electives to law, plus 18 meet the hours of busi- 40.313 Labor Economics Choose one of the following two courses: 40.422 Contrasting Economics 40.423 History of Economic Thought university requirement of One Economics elective One Business elective 128 hours for a bachelor's degree. Among Law and Legal Environments general education courses specifically required are: Electives hours 20.101 English Composition I 20.102 English Composition II - Students must choose 18 semester in elective courses from General Business, Accounting, Computer and Information Systems, (or 20.104 Honors Composition) 25.103 Public Speaking 40.211 Principles of Economics I 40.212 Principles of Economics II 53.118 Applied Matrix Algebra 40.346 Business and Economics Statistics Management, Office Systems, Finance, Marketing and Business Law. Some additional courses are avail- Page 100 Undergraduate Catalog able as well; students should consult their adviser. David G. Martin, associate professor - B.A., C. W. Post College; M.B.A., Western Illinois Univer- Faculty Profiles Karen J. sity; Elwell, associate professor- A.B., A.M.,J.D., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign David G. Heskel, associate professor - M.B.A.. Ph.D., University of Business, Vienna, Austria Bruce L. Ph.D., Saint Louis University Rockwood, professor - B.A., Swarthmore College; J. D., University of Chicago Law School Bloomsburg University BUS of Page 101 Pennsylvania (90) Business Education Choose from one of the following Administered by: Department of Business Education and Office Information 48.160 Basic Systems 53.141 Introduction to Statistics College: Business Business Education Core Campus address: 21 7 Suil iff Hall 90.101 Introduction to Business Telephone number: (570) 3894756 90.333 Business Communications and Fax number: (570) 389-3892 Report Writing Department chair: Donna Cochrane Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science two: Statistics in 91.221 Principles of Accounting Education I 92.150 Introduction to Computer and About The Program the Information Science business education curriculum provides specialized knowledge and skills to prepare gradu- 94.221 Office Systems Concepts 94.405 Training and Development in Office ates for certification for secondary teaching, posi- tions as training managers for business and govern- ment and advanced study in business education and related fields. Admission Systems 98.331 Introduction to Law and Legal Elements Requirements for the Major to Teacher Education - Students who are admitted as business education majors must apply for acceptance into teacher education upon completion of 65 or more semester hours. For in- formation about admission to teacher education, contact one of the department faculty. mester hours education. is - A total of 74 se- required for a major in business The student must have completed following courses with a grade of C the or better to be considered for certification as a teacher of business subjects: 60.201 Field Studies in Education 65.374 Teaching Reading Required Courses in Academic Subjects In addition to a total of 54 semester hours of general education requirements, the following general education courses are required with a C grade of or better: Education 90.403 Business Education Field Experience 90.404 Professional Semester in Business 20.101 Composition 20.201 90.402 Methods of Teaching Business Composidon I Education II 90.406 Clinical Studies in Business 25.103 Public Speaking Education 40.211 Principles of Economics I Choose one of the following two 40.212 Principles of Economics II 60.251 Psychological Foundations of 48.101 General Psychology 70.101 Introduction to the Exceptional Individual courses: Education 48.251 Psychological Foundations of Education Choose one of the following two courses: Page 1 02 Undergraduate Catalog 60.393 Social Foundations of Education 60.406 Multicultural Education Areas of Certification - Upon completion of the curriculum, receipt of a recommendation from the university and successfully passing the National Teachers Examination, the graduate an Instructional Level I Office Technologies required for will Office Technologies is grade of C Document Generation 94.407 Information and Office Environment Management 300- or 400-level business elective with advisor approval Elective Courses - Students must choose at least 90.341 Principles of Selling or better. Areas of certification in business education include: Accounting 91.222 Principles of Accounting II Faculty Profiles Donna J. Cochrane, chairperson, professor- A.A.S., Dutchess Community College; B.S., M.S., State New York 91.223 Managerial Accounting University of Accounting Temple University elective Data Processing 92.177 Structured Programming Methodology Management Information Systems Computer and Information Systems elective 92.254 Marketing 90.341 Principles of Selling 97.310 Marketing: Principles and Practice Marketing elective is 3 semester hours from: always one. Students must complete each course in the certification area with a This certification area 94.330 Telecommunications vania Department of Education. Every certification indicates at least two certification areas of which - business education majors 94.302 Business be issued Certificate by the Pennsyl- all Nancy A. Dittman, associate at Albany; professor Ed.D., - B.S., Florida State University; M.Ed., University of Florida; Ed.D., University of Colorado Dennis O. Gehris, associate professor - B.S., M.A., Rider College; Ed.D., Temple University Janice C. Keil, associate professor - B.S., M.Ed., Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania; Ed.D., Temple John J. University Olivo, professor lege; M.Ed., - B.S., Davis and Elkins Col- Trenton State College; Ph.D., Michigan State University Bloomsburg University CIS of Page 103 Pennsylvania (92) Computer and Information Systems Administered by Department ot Computer and Information : dents for positions such Students enrolled in this program enjoy use of a dedicated computer lab with current technology Telephone number: (570) 3894560 on a mainframe computer of sufficient size Fax number: (570) 389-2071 Department chair: James S. Dutt ate a to oper- medium-sized corporation. Graduates enjoy an extremely high placement Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science rate in a field the application program- administrator and information specialist. College: Business Campus address: 224 Sutliff Hall About as: mer, programmer-analyst, systems analyst, data base Systems Program where demand for professionals is high and the future remains quite bright. Students The Department of Computer and Information have access to a dedicated and state-of-the-art com- Systems in the College of Business offers two bacca- puter lab including a workstations and a mainframe laureate degree programs: Computer and Informa- capable of running a medium-sized corporation. and Management Information tion Science (CIS) Required Courses Systems (MIS). While both programs involve learning how to Bloomsburg University requires 54 semester in general education requirements and 128 develop information systems for the business envi- hours ronment, they differ significantly in emphasis. (For semester hours to receive a baccalaureate degree. Management Information Systhe section on Management In- Computer and Information Systems majors must information on the tems program, see formation Systems.) The CIS curriculum prepares students in the development, operation and maintenance of com- Required courses include: 20.101 English Composition I environment. The program's focus centers on 20.201 English Composition II on problem solving, system analysis and design, soft- (or 20.104 Honors Composition) commercial software and hardware with an emphadata management, data communications and 25.103 Public Speaking 53.141 Introduction to Statistics or 53.241 Probability and Statistics ware development within a commercial context. stu- 40.211 Principles of Economics I dents are required to take courses in economics, 40.212 Principles of Economics II accounting and other areas of business, the major- Choose one of the following two CIS has a strong technical emphasis. While ity of the required coursework is in computer and information science. Students work in a variety of environments including networked micro-computers and workstations, multiuser minicomputers and mainframes. The program prepares business stu- re- and the balance of courses to meet the 128-hour requirement come from electives. puter-based information systems for the business sis and take 63 semester hours of specific courses stricted electives combinations: 53. 1 23 Essentials of Calculus and 52. 1 1 Applied Matrix Algebra or 53.125 Analysis I and 53.126 Analysis 91.221 Principles of Accounting I II Page 104 Undergraduate Catalog 91.222 Principles of Accounting II 92.177 Structured Programming 92.432 Internship in Computer and Information 92.252 Business Oriented Programming may be taken Systems. This course, which maximum Methodology of six for a semester hours, can be counted only as a free elective. 92.256 Data and Information Structures 92.350 Analytic Computing Concepts 92.351 Systems Analysis and Design Faculty Profiles Patricia M. Boyne, assistant professor, 92.352 Advanced Programming and Information Systems 92.354 Data Base Processing Systems lege; M.S., 92.452 Advanced Software Development CDP Select 15 semester hours from the following, 12 of which must be CIS courses and nine semester at the 300 or 400 level. 92.150 Introduction to Computer and Information Systems 92.251 Mini/Micro 92.254 Programming Systems Management Information Systems 92.356 Operating Systems 92.358 Data Communication Systems 92.450 Expert Systems and AI The Pennsylvania State University; versity of Massachusetts Frank S. Davis Jr., professor, mation Systems M.A., Elmira College I B.S., Computer and Infor- M.Ed., Shippensburg University; Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh versity; Computer Science - James S. Dutt, chairperson, associate professor, Computer and Information Systems - B.S., M.S., Ph.D., The Pennsylvania State University Harold K, Frey, associate professor, Computer and Information Systems - B.S., Lock Haven Uni- 92.498 Special Topics 56.116 Algorithmic Processes Computer and Information Systems - B.A., M.B.A., Ph.D., Uni- 92.456 Managerial Computer Applications 56.121 Computer B.A., Ladycliff Col- Carl J. Chimi, associate professor, Elective Courses hours must be - Gene M. Gordon, Iowa State University; M.S., associate professor, and Information Systems B.A., - Computer Southampton 56.240 Microcomputer Concepts College; M.A., Antioch University; Ed.D., Uni- 53.374 Discrete Systems Simulation versity 53.381 Introduction to Operation Research While an internship in CIS is not required for a degree, students are strongly encouraged to take of Massachusetts Charles J. Hoppel, associate professor, Computer and Information Systems - B.S., University of Scranton; M.E.E., Ph.D., Syracuse University 1 Bloomsburg University BSL of Page 105 Pennsylvania (98) Finance Administered by: Department of Finance and Business Law Business Core: 91.220 Financial Accounting College: Business 91.223 Managerial Accounting Campus address: 223 Sutliff Hall 92.150 Introduction to Computer and Telephone number: (570) 3894560 Information Science Fax number: (570) 389-3892 93.344 Principles of Management Department chair: David G. Martin 93.446 Business Polices and Strategies Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science in Business 96.313 Introduction to Corporate Finance Administration 97.310 Marketing: Principles and Practice About the Program The major of Finance Specialization 96.323 Financial Markets and Institutions the finance environment such as the functioning of 96.343 Investment major stocks and bonds markets, the banking system and international financial markets. It will proprepare them to pursue careers in the domestic Plus two Finance electives Electives hours as well as international financial fields. Management 96.454 Advanced Corporate Finance vide students with educational opportunities that will Law and Legal Environment 98.331 in finance provides a perspective - Students must choose 21 semester in elective courses from General Business, Ac- Computer and Information Systems, Management, Office Systems, Finance, Marketing and Business Law. Some additional courses are counting, Required Courses In addition to 68 semester hours of general edu- cation requirements, the program in Finance re- available as well; students should consult their ad- quires 24 hours of core business courses, 15 hours of courses specific to finance, plus 21 hours of business electives to meet the university Karen J. 128 hours for a bachelor's degree. Among general education courses specifically Elwell, associate professor- A.B., A.M..J.D., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign David G. Heskel, chairperson, associate professor required are: - M.B.A., Ph.D., University of Business, Vienna, 20.101 English Composition I 20.102 English Composition II (or 20.104 Honors Composition) Economics 40.212 Principles of Economics Principles of sity; I II Statistics Choose one of the following two courses: 40.246 Business and Economics Math 53.123 Essentials of Calculus Bruce L. Ph.D., Saint Louis University Rockwood, professor - B.A., Swarthmore College;J.D., University of Chicago 53.118 Applied Matrix Algebra 40.346 Business and Economics Austria David G. Martin, associate professor - B.A., C. W. Post College; M.B.A., Western Illinois Univer- 25.103 Public Speaking 40.21 Faculty Profiles requirement of Law School 1 Undergraduate Catalog Page 106 MGT Management Required Courses In addition to 54 to 57 semester hours of general Administered by: Department of Management education requirements, the program in manage- College: Business ment requires 27 hours of core business courses, 21 hours of courses specific to management, plus 1 hours of free electives to meet the university re- Campus address: 222 Sutliff Hall Telephone number: (570) 389-4385 Fax number: (570) 389-3892 quirement of 128 hours for a bachelor's degree. Department chair: M. Ruhul Amin Among Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration About the I 20.102 English Composition II universities in 25.103 Public Speaking 40.211 Principles of Economics I 40.212 Principles of Economics II 53.141 Introduction to Statistics 40.346 Business and Economics rate for graduates 93.7 percent for is 100 percent for women, which includes Statistics Choose one of the following two courses: 40.246 Business and Economics Mathematics Europe. Internship experi- ences often lead to direct offers of employment. Placement (or 20.104 Honors Composition) Offering customized advisement to tailor a pro- men and 20.101 English Composition Program gram to the exact goals of individual students, the Department of Management concentrates on the development of business leaders. With an enrollment of more than 400 majors, the program offers a wide range of internship programs with a wide variety of companies as well as an exchange program with general education courses specifically required are: 53.123 Essentials of Calculus Business Core: 92.150 Introduction to Computer and acceptance into Information Science MBA programs. Bloomsburg also offers an exceptional MBA program for those who wish to 91.220 Financial Accounting continue their study at the university. 97.310 Marketing: Principles and Practice both meaningful jobs as well as leading The department provides quality education training experiences leading to strategic planning, ganizing, skills in and the areas of 91.223 Managerial Accounting 93.344 Principles of Management 98.331 Introduction to staffing, communicating, motivating, Law and Legal Environments managerial decision making or- 96.313 Introduction to Corporate Finance managing diversity, managing operations and technology, managing global operations and managing social responsibility/business ethics issues. A minor in management is also avail- 93.481 Business Policies and Strategies able. 93.445 Managerial Communications leading, controlling, Management Requirements Resource Management 93.348 Operations Management Specialized 93.345 Human Bloomsburg University of Page 107 Pennsylvania Minor in Management - The minor consists of 18 93.449 Organizational Behavior semester hours. The following courses are 93.457 Business and Society Management two management electives Plus 93.344 Principles of Management Elective Courses 92.254 93.345 Management Information Systems Select four other courses in business to plete a an minimum elective, the requisites for com- of 63 semester hours. In selecting student must have the proper pre- needed Select free elective courses as meet the to 128 semester hours required for graduation. Courses designated with a 91 92, 93, 96, 97 or 98 , prefix are business electives. Students with their adviser when must consult selecting courses. Requirements for the Minor ing in disciplines other than - Students major- management both within and outside the College of Business are pro- vided a broad exposure to management and techniques. The minor is students with knowledge and principles designed to prepare skills necessary to be successful in management/supervisory roles in major disciplines and/or occupation in a vari- General Education - as part of their general edu- cation, students undertaking the minor in manage- are required to take the following courses to provide Resource Management Management 93.445 Managerial Communications 93.449 Organizational Behavior 93.456 International Management adequate background for successful completion of the required management courses: 40.21 1 Principles of Faculty Profiles Mainuddin Afza, professor Com. (Honors), B. - M.Com., University of Rajshahi; M.B.A.,Youngstown State University; University of Rajshahi; Ph.D., National Academy of nia, Yerevan, the former Soviet Union Arme- Sciences, M. Ruhul Amin, professor - B.A., M.A., The University sity; of Dhaka; M.A., D.P.A., Carleton UniverM.A., Ph.D., The University of Akron Victor Berardi, assistant professor University; M.B.A., Ohio - State Miami B.S., University; Ph.D., Kent State University HowardJ. Kinslinger, associate professor Brandeis University; M.B.A., The - B.A., City College of New York; Ph.D., Purdue University ety of business endeavors. ment Human 93.348 Operations and must not take courses below the level which the student has already has credit hours. their re- quired: 93.456 International Economics I 53.141 Introduction to Statistics (or Stephen J. Markell, associate professor- B. A., at Carolina at Chapel Hill Minoo Tehrani, associate professor- B.S., Technological University; sity, 20.101 Composition I 20.201 Composition II 25.103 Public Speaking Michigan B.S., Pahlavi Univer- Shiraz, Iran; M.S., Ph.D. Arizona State Uni- versity Peter B. Venuto, professor equivalent) SUNY Albany; M.A., Ph.D., University of North sity; - B.A., Syracuse Univer- M.B.A., Ph.D., University of Santa Clara Pamela M. Wynn, professor - B.A., M.A., Ph.D.. University of Texas at Arlington . Page 108 CIS Undergraduate Catalog (92) Management Information Systems Administered by: Department of Computer and Information port. Students enrolled in this program enjoy use of a Systems dedicated computer lab with current technology College: Business on a mainframe computer of sufficient size Campus address: 224 Sutliff Hall Telephone number: (570) 389-4560 ate a In addition to an exceptional placement rate in Fax number: (570) 389-3892 a field where Department chair: James S. Dutt the Program The Department of demand for professionals Computer and Information Computer and Informaand Management Information high Students enrolled in other colleges within laureate degree programs: Bloomsburg University who wish tion Science (CIS) MIS curriculum must have completed Systems (MIS) of 15 semester hours While both programs involve learning how to transfer into the a minimum at the university. to develop information systems for the business envi- Required Courses Bloomsburg University requires 54 semester differ significantly in emphasis. The Management Information Systems (MIS) major provides both a broad background in capable of running a medium-sized corporation. Systems in the College of Business offers two bacca- ronment, they is demand, the program offers a substantial internship program and students have access to a state-ofthe art dedicated computer lab with a mainframe Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science About to oper- medium-sized corporation. hours in general education requirements and 128 in busi- semester hours to receive a baccalaureate degree. ness as well as an in-depth knowledge of the process Management Information Systems majors must of system development. Students gain a familiarity take 24 semester hours of specific courses with the functions of management, accounting, balance of courses to meet the 128-hour require- marketing and finance. Specialized courses focus ment come from on problem solving techniques, structured programming, systems analysis and design and the pro- all cess of developing managerial tions. puter The program stresses skills. computer applica- electives. A core curriculum for College of Business majors develops a broad background in business. Required general education courses include: the importance of com- 20.101 English Composition I Students learn a variety of program- 20.201 English Composition II ming languages and work on a number of different (or 20.104 Honors Composition) hardware platforms, including networked micro- 25.103 Public Speaking computers, workstations and multiuser minicom- 40.246 Business and Economics The program preemployment in the areas of system development and maintenance, information resource management, management of information systems and end user computing supputers and mainframe systems. pares students for professional and the Mathematics (or 53.123 Essentials of Calculus) 40.211 Principles of Economics I 40.212 Principles of Economics II 40.346 Business and Economics Statistics Bloomsburg University of Page 109 Pennsylvania 25.307 Business and Professional Speech 53.118 Applied Matrix Algebra 42.223 Economic History of the United Business core course requirements include: 91 .220 Financial Accounting States 91.223 Managerial Accounting 42.472 History of Labor in the United States 92.150 Introduction to Computer and 90.101 Introduction to Business 90.431 Independent Study in Business Information Science 93.344 Principles of Management 93.446 Business Polices and Strategies 92.432 Internship in CIS Internship - While an internship MIS in is not 96.313 Introducdon to Corporate Finance required for a degree, students are strongly en- 97.310 Markedng: Principles and Practice couraged 98.331 Introduction to Law and Legal be taken for a Elements Required course for Management Information Computer to take 92.432 Internship in and Information Systems. This course, which may maximum be counted only of 6 semester hours, can as a free elective. Systems: 92.177 Structured Programming Methodology 92.251 Mini/Micro Programming Systems 92.252 Business Oriented Programming 92.254 Management Information Systems 92.256 Data and Information Structures 92.351 Systems Analysis and Design 92.352 Advanced Programming 92.354 Data Base Processing Systems 92.456 Managerial Computer Applications Patricia M. Boyne, assistant Ladycliff College; M.S., University; FrankS. Davis Jr., professor eligible. Note: 90.101 semester hours will not be allowed for credit once a student has completed in business administration courses. Additional courses permitted as electives include: - B.A., M.B.A., M.Ed., B.S., - Shippensburg University; Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh James S. Dutt, chairperson, associate professor B.S., M.S., Ph.D., as a business elective The Pennsylvania State Ph.D., University of Massachusetts versity nated with a 40, 91, 92, 93, 96, 97 or 98 prefix are B.A., - CDP Elective Courses 12 semester hours are required in professor Carl J. Chimi, associate professor An additional business and economics courses. Courses desig- 6 Faculty Profiles Harold K. The Pennsylvania Frey, associate professor - - State Uni- Lock Ha- B.S., ven University; M.A., Iowa State University; M.S., Elmira College Gene M. Gordon, associate professor - B.A., Southampton College; M.A., Antioch University; Ed.D., University of Massachusetts Charles J. Hoppel, associate professor versity - B.S., Uni- of Scranton; M.E.E., Ph.D., Syracuse University Undergraduate Catalog Page 110 MKT (97) Marketing Administered by: Department of Marketing tal of 64 semester hours required for a major in is marketing under the business administration de- College: Business gree program. Campus address: 21 8 Sutliff Hall Required courses for the core curriculum of the Telephone number: (570) 3894657 business administration degree include: Fax number: (570) 389-4993 Department chair: Stephen S. Batory 40.211 Principles of Economics Degree awarded Bachelor of Science in Business 40.212 Principles of Economics Administration 40.346 Business and Economic : I II Statistics I 53.1 18 Applied Matrix Algebra About the Program 91 .220 Financial Accounting The marketing curriculum prepares graduates for numerous career 91 .223 Managerial Accounting options, including a variety of 92.150 Introduction to Computer and management, sales retailing, distribution, product management, advertising management, market research and promotion. positions in product Marketing is one of the fastest Information Science 93.344 Principles of growing career op- 96.313 Introduction to Corporate Finance portunities in the United States. 97.310 Marketing: Principles and Practice Internships are offered year-round in a variety 98.331 Law and Legal Environment Choose one of the following two courses: of business settings. Practical experience opportunities are highly recommended. 40.246 Business and Economics Marketing majors study the process by which consumer wants and needs in contemporary society. Major marketing activities such as product planning, distribution, pricing and promotion are analyzed based on market research and consumer behavior. The marketing major Mathematics organizations satisfy gains written through and verbal communication skills. A 53.123 Essentials of Calculus A total of 21 97.330 skills Consumer Motivation and Behavior Management 97.440 Marketing Research 97.460 Marketing 3 semester hours of a marketing elective. date course coverage. Electives in Business to complete a lecting 64 semester hours of general education and Speech Communication 25.103 are required. A to- Management Management 97.450 Advertising through their active research, which assures up-to- requirements, English 20.101 and 20.201 required from the 97.380 International Marketing that develop critical thinking Required Courses is 97.370 Sales dedicated core of faculty support students Among semester hours following courses in marketing: class discussion, presentation, care analysis and research projects Management 93.481 Business Policies and Strategies an - minimum elective, the Select courses in business 63 semester hours. In student the proper prerequisites is and reminded to to se- have avoid elected courses below that level for which the student has already been prepared in that subject field. 1 Bloomsburg University of Page Pennsylvania Courses designated with a 90, 91, 92, 93, 94 96, 97 97.320 Marketing for Nonprofit or 98 prefix are business courses. Additional Organizations 97.450 Advertising 90.101 Introduction to Business (Note: 101 Management Concepts Management Management 97.350 Retail courses permitted as electives include: 90. 1 1 will not be allowed for credit as 97.370 Sales a 97.380 International Marketing business elective once a student has Management completed 6 semester hours in business 97.432 Internship in Marketing administration courses.) 10.309 Commercial French I 97.480 Industrial Marketing Strategy 10.409 Commercial French II 97.490 Contemporary Problems/ Issues in 12.309 Commercial Spanish Marketing 25.307 Business and Professional Speech 42.472 History of Labor in the United States General education electives - Select general education courses needed to meet the 128-semester Select free elective courses as needed to meet Requirements for the Minor - The minor in marketing provides students both within and outside of the College of Business with a broad expo- sure to marketing theory and technique. The minor designed for students to apply marketing prac- major discipline. nor consists of 1 8 semester hours, 1 The 2 of which be taken at Bloomsburg University. mi- must Required 97.310 Marketing: Principles and Practice Consumer Motivation and Behavior 97.440 Marketing Research 97.460 Marketing Batory, chairperson, professor Mary B.S., - Dominion Univer- D.B.A., University of Maryland K. Ericksen, professor - B.S., M.S., The Ohio Institute and State University - B.Comm., The Pennsyl- Morry Ghingold, associate professor M.B.A., McGill University; Ph.D., vania State University Hank A. Laskey, associate professor, Marketing - B.Sc, M.Sc, Clemson University; Ph.D., University of Georgia Salim Qureshi, associate professor, Marketing- B.S., University of Karachi; M.B.A., Adelphi Univer- courses include: 97.330 S. King's College; M.B.A., Old State University; Ph.D., Virginia Polytechnic the 128 semester hours required for graduation. tices successfully to their Stephen sity; hour graduation requirement. is Faculty Profiles Management Choose two from the following eight courses: Ph.D., sity; The Union Graduate School of Ohio Robert N. Watts Jr., associate professor, Marketing - B.S., Susquehanna University University; M.B.A., Ohio 2 Page Undergraduate Catalog 1 1 OIS (94) Office Information (including layout and design) and evaluate the im- Administered by: Department of Business Education and Office Information pact of technology on an organization's policies Systems and procedures. College: Business One Campus address: 21 7 Sutliff Hall Fax number: (570) 389-3892 J. of six ulty, all with doctoral degrees, in state, regional States offer a the Program as the use possess diverse gram of information/computer at active and national professional organi- zations. Currendy, only Administration Defined who work and teaching experiences and who are Cochrane Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science in Business About departments in the College of Busi- ness, Office Information Systems includes six fac- Telephone number: (570) 3894756 Department chair: Donna Systems 68 universities in the United degree in office systems and the pro- Bloomsburg is considered a national model. technologies to support office work and improve employee performance and organizational effec- Required Courses Information Systems addresses the In addition to 54 semester hours of general edu- continually changing needs of both business and cation requirements, a total of 81 to 84 semester tiveness, Office hours government. The program is required for a major in office information Bloomsburg places heavy emphasis on end-user computing, with program requirements developed based on the Office Systems systems. Research Association curricular guidelines. tion courses are required in this major. mands strong at written and oral de- It communication the Elective courses university's complete the balance of 128-hour a broad range of general education and busi- 20.101 Composition I 20.201 Composition II stay abreast of technology. Completion of an in- 40.211 Principles of Economics I and 40.212 Principles of Economics II and to build a resume is highly encouraged opportunities for such experiences are varied to meet individual needs. Office Information Systems graduates find a 53.123 Essentials of Calculus Requirements for the Major - A and communications services as well as such consumer services as hospitality, travel, sports, transportation and education. Graduates are prepared to manage human resources, plan for and implement new techniques, analyze office environment in- 53.141 Introduction to Statistics compa- nies They Choose one of the following two courses: 40.246 Business and Economic Mathematics wide range of career opportunities in government, financial institutions, hospitals, insurance a 25.103 Public Speaking ternship experience to explore career opportunities for clude: ness administration courses as well as the ability to skills, requirement bachelor's degree. Several specific general educa- semester hours is total of 81 to 84 required for a major in office in- program re- formation systems. This total reflects quirements and general education courses. Required courses include: 3 Bloomsburg University of Page Pennsylvania 90.101 Introduction to Business 90.333 Business Communications and Electives and Free Electives choose 15 semester hours - 1 1 Students must in elective courses from General Business, Accounting, Computer and Report Writing In- 91.220 Financial Accounting formation Systems, Management, Office Informa- 91.223 Managerial Accounting tion Systems, Finance, Marketing and Business Law. 92.150 Introduction to Computer and Information Science 93.344 Principles of Management 93.481 Business Policies and Strategies 94.221 Office Systems Concepts 94.302 Business Document Generation 94.330 Telecommunications 94.405 Training and Development in Office Donna J. Cochrane, chairperson, professor- A.A.S., Dutchess Community College; B.S., M.S., State University of New York at Albany; Ed.D., Temple University Nancy A. Dittman, associate professor - B.S., Florida State University; M.Ed., University of Florida; Ed.D., University of Colorado Systems 94.407 Information and Office Environment Dennis O. Gehris, associate professor - B.S., M.A., Rider College; Ed.D., Temple University Management 96.313 Introduction to Corporate Finance 97.310 Marketing: Principles and Practice 98.331 Introduction to Faculty Profiles Law and Legal Elements 300- or 400-level business elective with advisor's approval Janice C. Keil, associate professor - B.S., M.Ed., Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania; Ed.D., Temple University John J. Olivo, professor - B.S., Davis and lege; M.Ed., Elkins Col- Trenton State College; Ph.D., Michigan State University Page 114 Undergraduate Catalog College of Professional Studies Ann L. Lee Dean, College of Professional Studies The College of Professional Studies offers un- dergraduate and/or graduate programs in nursing, health sciences, teacher education, communi- gram approval by the Pennsylvania Department of Education to recommend certification for teaching in the areas listed above. Graduate programs cation disorders, education of the deaf/hard of hearing, interpreter training The and reading specialist. college includes the School of Health Sciences and the School of Education. Programs offered in accredited by national professional this college are in teacher education in- clude special education, deaf/hard of hearing, early childhood education, elementary education and curriculum and ondary level instruction is available for sec- graduate studies. Specialist programs organizations which ensure the student that pro- are available at the graduate level in reading and gram supervision. quality is maintained. The School of Education provides programs which prepare teachers for early childhood, el- ementary education, special education and educa- A cooperative doctoral program in early childhood education tion sity is and elementary educa- offered in cooperation with Indiana Univer- of Pennsylvania. tion of the deaf/hard of hearing. Secondary edu- The School of Health Sciences provides under- cation programs include specialization in biology, graduate programs in nursing, adult health, medi- chemistry, communication, comprehensive social cal imaging, pre-pharmacy, pre-physical therapy, German, pre-occupational therapy, medical technology, pre- mathematics, physics, general science and Spanish. cytotechnology, health sciences associate and allied There are health sciences. Graduate programs are available in studies, earth science, English, French, also programs offering dual tion, including early certifica- childhood/elementary and el- ementary/special education. The teacher education programs 500 programs in are among the the United States that have achieved accreditation by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education The deaf/hard of hearing program is (NCATE). accredited by the Council for Education of the Deaf. All teacher education areas of study have received pro- Speech Pathology and Audiology, Exercise Science and Adult Fitness and Nursing. The program of study in nursing is accredited by the National League for Nursing and approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. speech pathology and audiology program The is ac- credited by the National Speech, Hearing and Lan- guage Association. 5 Bloomsburg University SPA of Page Pennsylvania 1 1 (72) Audiology and Speech Pathology Administered by: Department Audiology and Speech of-the-art College: Professional Studies, School of Health Sciences Campus address: 1 equipment. Access and familiarity with speech and audiology instrumentation Pathology Navy as ate programs. Hall Many Bloomsburg students are ac- cepted in nationally recognized graduate programs TDD number: (570) 3894864 throughout the country, including Bloomsburg's Fax number: (570) 389-3980 own CAA accredited master's programs. At the graduate level, Bloomsburg has one of (kmiller@bloomu.edu) only two master's programs in audiology found in Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science Pennsylvania. Graduates enjoy a 100 percent career placement the Program rate in this area. Students gain experi- ence in evaluation and treatment, The undergraduate program in audiology and speech pathology prepares students for admission to regarded Telephone number: (570) 3894436 Department chair e-mail: Richard Angelo About is an important plus for students applying to gradu- graduate education in either audiology or speech-language pathology. Entry-level credentials for both professions require a master's degree. As digital hearing aid fitting, aural rehabilitation, electrophysiological ENG, OAE) and occupational and environmental hearing conservation. assessment (ABR, The graduate speech-language pathology gram provides a comprehensive curriculum prothat such, Bloomsburg University does not make recommendations for state certification in either disci- prepares the graduate for work in a wide variety of pline at completion of the undergraduate pro- cally offered, occupational settings. In addition to courses typi- student with a broad general education back- Bloomsburg has separate course in augmentative communication, swallowing disorders, head trauma and both a preschool and school-age language course. Over the past seven ground. The primary emphasis years, 100 percent of the graduates gram. The preprofessional curriculum provides the is on general educa- tion with a few introductory courses pertaining to the professions of speech pathology The required undergraduate site to and audiology. courses are prerequi- graduate school admission and are based on the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) accreditation and certification re- quirements. throughout the world, dents flexibility in Audiology. Bloomsburg graduate students receive is attracts students from structured to allow stu- determining career direction to- ward audiology or speech-language pathology. The undergraduate program has a comprehensive speech science and audiology laboratory with state- practical experience in the university's Speech, Hearing and Language Clinic, which provides diagnostic and in- tervention services in audiology, speech and lan- guage The program, which have passed the National Examination in Speech Pathology and to area residents. rolled in several their Graduate students are en- pracucum experiences throughout program of study. Factors suggesting a high probability of success demanding program include strong verand analytical skills, leadership interest in volunteer work and an outgoing in this very bal, quantitative abilities, Page 116 Undergraduate Catalog 72.330 Assessment and Remediation of personality. Admission to the graduate ogy and speech pathology ited. is programs Speech Disorders in audiol- competitive and lim- Graduates of the master's degree program 72.340 Applied Behavioral Analysis for Speech and Language in speech pathology are eligible for certification in 72.430 Fundamentals of Audiology speech correction granted by the Pennsylvania De- 72.450 Clinical Observation partment of Education, the Certificate of Clinical 72.460 Psycholinguistics Competence in Speech Pathology issued by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) and licensure in speech pathology issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Graduates of the master's degree program in audiology are eligible for the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology issued by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (AHSA) and licensure in audiology issued by the Commonwealth of Penn- Faculty Profiles Dianne H. Angelo, professor cal Director cation requirements, a total of 51 semester hours Pennsylvania; Ed.D., Lehigh University; Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh adviser The is is degree requirement met. Students should work with their on course Ronald following courses in speech pathology and Statistics 50.366 Anatomy and Physiology: Head, Neck and Thorax 70.202 Technology for Exceptionalities 72.152 Introduction Communication 72.310 Speech Science 72.320 Assessment and Remediation of Language Disorders professor - B.A., Providence M.Ed., Clarion University; Ph.D., Ohio University Peter Stine, associate professor- B.A., Wesleyan University, Ph.D., The Pennsylvania State Univer- sity G. Donald Miller, assistant chairperson, professor B.S., - Indiana University of Pennsylvania; M.A., Ph.D., Jody Seip, Temple University clinical staff- B.S., M.S., Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Peggy Snyder, clinical staff - B.S., M.S., Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Vishakha W. Rawool, professor - B.Sc, Bombay University; M.A., University of Texas at El Paso; 72.240 Normal Language Acquisition Reading Champoux, R. versity; 72.220 Phonetics 72.300 Auditory Training and Speech Kent State Uni- M.A., Ph.D., University of Michigan Disorders 72.200 Introduction to Audiology B.A., Uni- of Western Ontario; M.S., Clarion Uni- Robert J. Lowe, professor - B.A., Slippery Rock Uni- 70.101 Introduction to the Exceptional Individual - College; M.A.T., Assumption College; M.S., selection. audiology are required: 48.160 Basic associate professor versity ology and with the addition of 23 semester hours of of 128 hours Mansfield University of Pennsylvania; M.Ed., Bloomsburg University of required for a major in speech pathology and audi- elective courses, the university B.S., - versity of Pennsylvania; Ph.D., In addition to 54 semester hours of general edu- M.Ed., Clarion Richard M. Angelo, professor, chairperson, Clini- versity Required Courses B.S., University; M.S., Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh Shaheen N. Awan, sylvania. - Ph.D., Purdue University Julia Mount-Weitz, Emerson associate professor - B.S., College; M.S., Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh Bloomsburg University of Page 117 Pennsylvania School of Education Teacher Education Conceptual Framework Mission Statement The mission of the Bloomsburg University School of Education 1) to is enhance the who empowered to facilitate the learning, growth and development of students in our diverse and technologically complex world; and ner who tor of is is four domains: Domain I: Planning and Preparation Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy in the a knowledgeable and thoughtful human growth and development. an facilita- Knowledge of content, and Demonstrating Knowledge of Students Knowledge of This pro- ability to knowledge and students' and through: and interests cultural heritage. Selecting Instructional Goals the ability to see connections between theory clarity, suitability - Value, for diverse students, balance. practice Demonstrating Knowledge of Resources the use of technology for educational variety of strategies accommodating the developmental readiness and learning style variations for associated with students. Designing Coherent Instruction activities, instructional this expertise to the broader lesson schools organizations and families vitality of our Learning materials and and structure. - Congruence with instructional goals, criteria and As a resource, the School of Education serves contribute to the and unit Assessing Student Learning through a variety of endeavors that - resources, instructional groups aspects of diversity all community standards, use for planning. Domain II: The Classroom Environment Creating and Environment of Respect and Teacher interaction with partnerships within the region. These Rapport endeavors include board memberships, students and student interaction. clinical services, consultantships, field activities, inservice and - Resources for teaching and outcomes an understanding of a wide an application of characteristics of age to learning, students' skills empowerment the acquisition of a knowledge base - group, students' varied approaches apply thinking to the solution of problems. This professional displays a sense of and - content-related pedagogy. a reflective practitio- fessional cultivates in learners critical The compo- prerequisite relationships educator adopted framework conceptual nents of professional practice include the following region. A professional education for Teaching by Charlotte Danielson. are communities faculty of the School of Education teacher based on Enhancing Professional Practice: A Framework quality of education by preparing professionals 2) to serve as a resource to The the twofold: programs, research service learning. - 8 Page Undergraduate Catalog 1 1 Establishing a Culture for Learning Growing and Developing Professionally - pride in work and expectations for learning and achievement. Managing Classroom Procedures - the profession. Showing Professionalism - Management of instructional students, advocacy groups, transitions and materials making and - Enhancement of content knowledge and pedagogical skill and service to Importance of the content, student Service to and decision- performance of supplies; noninstructional duties and supervision of volunteers Accreditation and Expectations, - Education accredited by the National Council of Teacher Accreditation Education for response to student misbehavior. and (NCATE) and the Council on Education of the Deaf. The teacher education programs outlined in and use of cation by the Pennsylvania Department of Educa- - Safety accessibility to learning tion. physical resources. Communicating Clearly and Accurately - Directions and procedures oral and Quality of questions, and student in Learning teacher's certificate. of Pennsylvania. - Representation of content, activities students, instructional materials Upon recommendation, an granted by the Commonwealth The appeal procedure and academic grievances. Quality As of June 1987, all (accurate substantive, constructive state-mandated Secretary of Education. Demonstrating and timeliness. Flexibility Responsiveness - individuals seeking teacher certification in Pennsylvania are required to pass and specific) tests at levels The determined by the tests assess basic skills, general knowledge, knowledge of subjects in which and Lesson adjustment, certification is sought and professional knowledge. response to students and Students must pass the specialty persistence. of certification, An IV: Professional Responsibilities Reflecting on Teaching - for consid- ering the problems of certification candidates can resources and structure and pacing. - is recommendation for a be found in the section of the catalog dealing with and assignments, grouping of Providing Feedback to Students The completion of one - prerequisite to institutional initial certificate is participation. is tion. Teacher Certification discussion techniques Clinic Board of the of the approved programs in teacher education Using Questioning and Discussion - certifi- American Speech, Hearing and Language Associa- written language. Engaging Students The Speech, Hearing and Language certified by the Professional Services Instruction Techniques have been approved for teacher this catalog arrangement of furniture, Domain the is monitoring of student behavior and Organizing physical space III: Bloomsburg Teacher of Accreditation paraprofessionals. Managing Student Behavior Domain and Certification Accuracy, use in cate future teaching. Maintaining Accurate Records - Student initial certificate is tional Level is I. It is each area test for designated as Instruc- valid for six years. A Level I certifi- not subject to renewal beyond a total years after the individual begins teaching. of six A perma- upon completion completion of assignments, student nent Level progress in learning and non- of three years of successful teaching and experi- instructional records. ence under a Level Communicating with Families - Information about the instructional program and individual students and engagement of families instructional program. in the of a II certificate is minimum I issued certificate of 24 and the completion semester hours of postbaccalaureate coursework. Programs offered for Level I certification are: Early Childhood Education (Preschool through Grade 3) 9 . Bloomsburg University Page Pennsylvania of Elementary Education (Kindergarten through Grade fer or non-traditional students. 3. 6) marketing) 4. Secondary Education (biology, chemistry, com- and/or Successful completion (grade of Completion of speech screening, hearing screenhearing screening Communication Disorders (speech correction Language Clinic Agreements - Pennsylvania testing cooperates in several interstate agreements that other ticipating states currently include: states. Par- Alabama, can be completed at no is in Navy Hearing and Hall. Tuberculosis available each semester at minimal cost to students) 6. Certificates are eligible, subject to special provisions, for reciprocal credentials in tests cost to the student in the Speech, or hearing impaired) stipulate that holders of Pennsylvania Instructional or better) of ing and tuberculosis screening. (Speech and physically handicapped) Interstate Certificate C Composition and Public Speaking or interper- 5. Special Education (mentally recommendations from sonal communication course. general science, mathematics, physics, compre- hensive social studies) (2) two English composition courses or Honors munication, earth science, English, French, Spanish, Submission of two teacher education faculty. Business Education (accounting, data processing, 1 1 Possession of a professional 7. Ari- zona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, liability insurance recommended. Submission of a resume that includes personal interests, special skills and experience with children, youth or adults that would be relevant policy is highly for a preservice teacher. Indiana, Kentucky, Mary- 8. Completion of Act 34 clearance. Montana, Nevada, 9. New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Caro- The completed admission packet should be submitted to the faculty adviser, who will review Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, the packet, interview the student and submit a Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, land, Massachusetts, Michigan, lina, recommendation South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington and West Virginia. This updated as additional states process. Other procity. states grams are advised to contact the teacher certifica- tion office in the state in which they wish certification for application cials to teacher education programs per- mits students to schedule upper-division teacher education courses (300 and 400 level). to obtain forms and instructions. The names and addresses of Admission willing to grant reci- Graduates of Pennsylvania-approved pro- department chairper- not be admitted to the program. complete the contract may be to the son indicating that the student be admitted or list is the appropriate offi- Monitoring 1. 2. offices. Completion of all professional education courses with a grade of should be available in most college placement C or better. Maintenance of an overall cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or better and an average Admission to Candidacy of 2.5 or better in the area of academic special- Students should submit application to candi- ization or be placed dacy no later than completion of 65 credits. Transfer students should submit application to candi- dacy after completion of the Bloomsburg ter. If University, but first semester all falls secondary education program beyond one semester, then not before the second below 2.5 over- or below a 2.5 in the area of academic spe- cialization in a at on probation one semes- grade point average dismissal from the semester of their sophomore year. Enrollment in program, but not the department, occurs. Stu- upper-division teacher education coursework (300 dents and 400-level courses) is Possession of an overall cumulative grade point 2. Successful completion of a five to 10-day non- average of 2.5 or higher. credit field experience in the freshman year or in the department for one that appropriate advisement is available to the student. 3. at the earliest possible time in the case of trans- remain program so sion to the teacher education program. 1. will additional semester after dismissal from the contingent upon admis- Continuation of field and clinical experiences as outlined in the curriculum. 4. Continuation of professional recommended. liability insurance is . ; . Page 120 5. Undergraduate Catalog Students are required to make There teria will contact with their program of study. adviser(s) througout the be close supervision of the above senior year. cri- by advisers and chairpersons to ensure student teaching eligibility and and/ to suggest counseling vate schools for the first or second semester of their ity They are placed based on the availabil- of qualified cooperating teachers in their sub- and the willingness of schools with pro- ject area grams approved by the university. Students should be prepared to accept assignments in any of the or remediation. stu- dent teaching centers. Eligibility for Student Eligibility for mined at the student teaching A student teaching semester will be deter- scheduling period prior to the semes- ter of student teaching. is Teaching Student teaching eligibility contingent upon: equal periods so that students grade Completion of the admission 2. Possession of an overall cumulative grade point to candidacy pro- cess. ibility is maintained flex- in the student teach- Student teaching centers and cooperating teachers are drawn from urban, suburban and ru- tion. A grade of and C or better in all professional educa- ral areas. Completion of appropriate methods courses de- 5. Continuation of a professional termined by each teacher education program. liability insurance policy or presentation of evidence of member- tral liability Cen- teaching centers are located in the Bloomsburg, Allentown and Williamsport areas. Students signment insurance. to Pennsylvania, to suburban Philadelphia or to inner-city locations. Business education student ship in a professional education organization providing professional Students in early childhood, elementary and secondary education may be assigned specialty courses. 4. 6. and socioeconomic circumstances, of format Student Teaching Centers or better in the area of academic specializa- tion teach at two two socioeconomic ing program. average of 2.5 or better and an average of 2.5 3. in divided into two may environments. Because of constantly changing educational 1. and frequently levels is may arrange in their student teaching as- one of the international centers with which Bloomsburg cooperates: for example, Completion of Act 34 clearance. in Liverpool or London, England. Information about Competency in Student Teaching 1 Recommendations from and competency 2. Recommendations from and competency 3. A grade this chairpersons. evalu- lected by faculty in teacher education based ation by cooperating teacher(s). ation by university supervisor(s). of C program may be obtained from department evalu- Cooperating Teachers and Clinicians are se- on cri- teria set forth or better. by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. These parameters are: 1 Exit Criteria At least three years of teaching experience, one year of which has been in the district to which 1. Completion of the prescribed teacher education curricula with an overall cumulative grade the teacher candidate 2. 3. Completion of a program of preparation on ob- competency of the teacher candidate; Demonstration of competency in student teach- servation ing. In order to receive Pennsylvania must successfully I Department of skills developed by Core battery complete Praxis Series principles of learning tests teacher. certification, candi(cut- off scores to be established by the secretary of edu- cation): and evaluation the college or university for the cooperating Education Instructional Level dates assigned; A teaching assignment appropriate to the subject point average of 2.5 or better and a 2.5 average in the area of specialization. is 2. Training at the university and specialty tests. Student Teaching - Teacher education culminates in student teaching. Having satisfied the pre- 1. Individualized training; Use of student teaching and clinical manual; Providing research and reading materials to 3. tion skills) co- operating teachers and clinicians on a regular basis; 4. Consortiums (cooperating teachers/clinicians 5. Graduate course offerings. requisites for student teaching courses, under- graduates are assigned 10 positions in public or achieved through the 2. (general knowledge, and teaching, communica- is following means: are invited to a yearly meeting) pri- Bloomsburg University ELE Page 121 Pennsylvania of (62) Early Childhood Education Early childhood education curriculum focuses Administered by: Department of Early Childhood and on the growth and development of young children Elementary Education College: Professional Studies in addition to teaching specialized skills for dealing Campus address: 3213 McCormick Center for Human with the very young child. Students have the oppor- Services tunity to gain practical experience by working at Telephone number: (570) 3894032 Fax number: (570) 389-3894 the campus child care center. Students in this program earn a Bachelor of Science in Education with Department chair: John R. Hranitz nursery school/kindergarten through grade three Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science in Education About The Instructional Level Program the I certification. Required Courses teacher education program at Bloomsburg committed improving the In addition to 54 semester hours of general edu- field of cation requirements, early childhood education education through a comprehensive program, majors must take 74 hours of professional educa- which recognizes tion University both is its as a reflection to unique contribution to society, of that society and as an agent and early childhood education specialization courses to satisfy the university's 128-hour require- for the ment tion, the Early Childhood Education (N-K-3) develop knowl- improvement of society. To meet this obligaprograms draw upon the knowledge and understanding of general as well as professional education. son to It fulfill strives for a blend in preparing a per- a role in society as an informed, inquir- ing and skilled professional. Facilities are modern and up-to-date technolo- A state-of-the-art enables students to computer laboratory learn current advances in com- Students are required to spend time observing assisting in actual classroom settings through two field studies courses offered in the sophomore and junior years. These courses prepare students for the actual student teaching experience. Stu- dents may select an internship which provides a work-study program in an education-related ting. set- Overseas student teaching opportunities are another available option. child, the nature of the methods of teaching and methods of teaching experience. and A total of 65 semester hours is taken in required courses. basis. An par- to provide student teaching None may be area of concentration taken on a pass/fail is optional. No free elecdves are available for this program. 60.201 Field Studies in Education puter-assisted instruction. and edge of the nature of the Requirements for school and center, the learning process, general ticular subjects gies are available, including a course in educational computing. for a bachelor's degree. I 60.204 Educational Computing and Technology 60.251 Psychological Foundations of Education or 48.251 Psychological Foundations 60.291 Principles of Teaching 60.301 Field Studies in Education II 60.311 Classroom Measurement and Assessment Undergraduate Catalog Page 122 20.384 Literature for Children 60.497 Teaching in Education: First Experience 30.205 Children's Art 60.498 Teaching in Education: Second 60.302 Research Literacy 60.427 Classroom Experience 62.121 Introduction to Early Childhood 62.304 Environmental Education in the Education Elementary School 62.302 Teaching Science in the Elementary 62.376 Language Experiences for Children School 62.310 Teaching Fine Arts in the Elementary 62.389 Individualized Instruction Activities School in the 62.322 Seminar in Learning Experiences with Management and Effective Discipline Elementary School 79.312 Internship in Education Young Children semester hours only in (1 to 3 this area) 62.371 Teaching Reading in the Elementary Faculty Profiles School Gary J. Doby, associate professor 62.373 Diagnostic and Inclusionary University of Practices Ph.D, 62.390 Teaching Social Studies in the 62.391 Teaching Language Arts in the 62.410 Methods and Materials in Early Childhood Education Childhood Education I II B.S., M.Ed., professor B.S., - Mansfield The Pennsylvania State University 60.393 Social Foundations of Education or 60.394 Multicultural Education A minimum of 9 to 12 semes- taken in elective courses. None of these a pass/fail basis. 05.311 Methods and Materials in Elementary School Physical Education 05.320 Health and Safety in the Elementary School Misiti, associate State College; M.Ed., Ph.D., Individuals may be taken on - versity of Pennsylvania Frank 70.101 Introduction to Exceptional courses Lorraine A. Shanoski, professor Northeastern University; Ed.D., Indiana Uni- 62.420 Methods and Materials in Early - State University R. Hranitz, professor -B.S., M.Ed., Ed.D., Indi- ana University of Pennsylvania Elementary School is -B.S., M.S., Central Connecticut State University; Ph.D., John 62.398 Teaching Mathematics in the hours SUNY at Buffalo The Pennsylvania Elementary School Elective Courses B.S., M.S., State - College at Buffalo; Bonita B. Franks, associate professor Elementary School ter New York William S. O'Bruba, professor State College; M.Ed., - B.S., California Duquesne University; Ed.D., Indiana University of Pennsylvania Rosemary T. Radzievich, assistant The Pennsylvania Bloomsburg State professor University; University; Ed.D., - B.A., M.Ed., Lehigh Univer- sity Bonnie L. Williams, associate professor - B.S., M.Ed., Bloomsburg University; Ed.D., Temple University Bloomsburg University ELE of Page 123 Pennsylvania (62) Elementary Education Administered by: Department of Early Childhood and The major College: Professional Studies Campus address: 321 3 McCormick Center for Human elementary education leads to a I certification to teach kindergarten sixth grade (K-6). through (The major in early childhood Fax number: (570) 389-3894 education provides a Bachelor of Science in Edu- Department chair: John R. Hranitz cation with certification to teach nursery through third grade, N, K-3). Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science in Education A Program the is dual certification program leading to a and certificates for teaching K-6 and nursery school/kindergarten through third bachelor's degree The teacher education program University in Bachelor of Science in Education and Instructional Level Services Telephone number: (570) 3894032 About Overseas student teaching opportunities are ting. another available option. Elementary Education committed to at Bloomsburg improving the field of grade (N, K-3) is available. education through a comprehensive program, which recognizes both its as a reflection for the unique contribution improvement of society. To meet this tion, the obliga- programs draw upon the knowledge and understanding of general as well education. son to to society, It strives fulfill Required Courses of that society and as an agent as professional for a blend in preparing a per- a role in society as an informed, inquir- In addition to 54 semester hours of general edu- cation requirements, elementary education majors take 62 semester hours of professional education. The balance of the university's 128-hour requirement for a bachelor's degree comes from elective courses. The courses required for the major are ing and skilled professional. intended to develop knowledge of the nature of the The Department of and Elementary Education teacher education programs in elementary and early childhood are accredited. Facilities are modern and up-to-date technolo- child, the nature of the school, the learning pro- gies are available, including a course in educational taken in required courses and nine in education computing. Early Childhood A state-of-the-art computer laboratory enables students to learn current advances in com- Students are required to spend time observing two assisting in actual classroom settings through field studies courses offered in the and junior years. sophomore These courses prepare students for the actual student teaching experience. Stu- dents may select general methods of teaching and methods of teaching particular subjects and to provide student teaching experience. electives. An A total None may be of 53 semester hours taken on a pass/fail area of concentration is an internship which provides a work-study program in an education-related set- I 60.204 Educational Computing and Technology 60.251 Psychological Foundations of Education or 48.251 Psychological Foundations 60.291 Principles of Teaching 60.301 Field Studies in Education II is basis. optional. 60.201 Field Studies in Education puter-assisted instruction. and cess, Undergraduate Catalog Page 124 62.310 Teaching Fine Arts in the Elementary 62.322 Seminar in Learning Experiences with Young Children School 62.376 Language Experiences for Children 60.311 Educational Measurements and 62.389 Individualized Instruction Activities Evaluation 60.497 Teaching in Education: in the First Elementary School 62.400 Workshop in Teaching Mathematics Experience 60.498 Teaching in Education: Second in Early Childhood and Elementary Education Experience 62.410 Methods and Materials in Early 62.302 Teaching Science in the Elementary Childhood Education School I 62.420 Methods and Materials in Early 62.371 Teaching Reading in the Elementary Childhood Education School II 79.312 Internship in Education 62.373 Diagnostic and Remedial Reading semester hours only in 62.390 Teaching Social Studies in the (1 to 3 this area) Elementary School 62.391 Teaching Language Arts in the GaryJ. Doby, associate professor Elementary School University of 62.398 Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School 60.394 Multicultural Education taken on a pass/fail mum - No elective courses basis. may be Students select a mini- of 9 to 12 semester hours from the following New - Bonita B. Franks, associate professor 05.311 Methods and Materials in Elementary School Physical The Pennsylvania 05.320 Health and Safety in the Elementary -B.S., M.S., State University R. Hranitz, professor -B.S., M.Ed., Ed.D., Indi- John ana University of Pennsylvania - B.S., M.Ed., Northeastern University; Ed.D., Indiana University Frank Education at Buffalo; Central Connecticut State University; Ph.D., Lorraine A. Shanoski, professor courses: B.S., M.S., State York College SUNY at Buffalo Ph.D, 60.393 Social Foundations of Education or Elective Courses Faculty Profiles of Pennsylvania Misiti, associate professor State College; M.Ed., Ph.D., - B.S., Mansfield The Pennsylvania State University School 35.311 Music in the Elementary School William S. O'Bruba, professor - B.S., California Duquesne 20.384 Literature for Children State College; M.Ed., 30.205 Children's Art Ed.D., Indiana University of Pennsylvania 60.302 Research Literacy 60.427 Classroom Management and Effective Discipline 62.121 Introduction to Early Childhood Education 62.304 Environmental Education for the Elementary School Teacher Rosemary University; T. Radzievich, assistant professor The Pennsylvania Bloomsburg State University; University; Ed.D., - B.A., M.Ed., Lehigh Univer- sity Bonnie L. Williams, associate professor - B.S., M.Ed., Bloomsburg University; Ed.D., Temple University Bloomsburg University ELE of Page 125 Pennsylvania (62) Elementary and Early Childhood Education (Dual Certification) Administered by: Department of Early Childhood and Elementary Education work-study program in an education-related ting. another available option. College: Professional Studies Campus address: 3213 McCormick Center for Human The dual certification program leads bachelor's degree and Instructional Level Services cates for teaching K-6 Telephone number: (570) 3894032 to a certifi- and nursery school/kinder- Elementary and early childhood education ma- Department chair: John R. Hranitz in I garten through third grade, N, K-3. Fax number: (570) 389-3894 Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science set- Overseas student teaching opportunities are Education jors must complete the general education requirecredits of academic background ments and 54 About Program the courses. Elementary education majors are required The teacher education program University committed is at Bloomsburg improving the to field of through a comprehensive program education which recognizes its unique contribution to both as a reflection of that society and as society, tion, education. son to It fulfill strives for a as well as professional blend in 62 credits of professional education. Early childhood education majors take 74 credits of professional education and early childhood education specialization. an agent improvement of society. To meet this obligathe programs draw upon the knowledge and for the understanding of general to take preparing a per- a role in society as an informed, inquir- Required Courses In addition to a total of 54 semester hours in general education courses, 65 hours of course re- quirements for dual certification develop knowl- edge of the nature of the child, the nature of the ing and skilled professional. school, the learning process, general The Department of Elementary and Early Childhood Education includes teacher education programs in elementary, early and childhood educa- teaching, tion. All programs are accredited. Facilities are modern and up-to-date technolo- gies are available, including a course in educational computing. A state-of-the-art computer laboratory enables students to learn current advances in computer-assisted instruction. Students are required to spend time observing and assisting in actual classroom settings through two field studies courses offered in the sophomore and junior years. These courses prepare students for the actual student teaching experience. Stu- dents may select an internship which provides a and methods of methods of teaching particular subjects to provide student teaching experience. may be taken on centration university's is a pass/fail basis. optional. An None area of con- The balance of the 128-hour requirement for a bachelor's degree come from elective courses. 60.201 Field Studies in Education I 60.204 Educational Computing and Technology 60.251 Psychological Foundations of Education or 48.251 Psychological Foundations of Education 60.291 Principles of Teaching 60.301 Field Studies in Education II Page 126 Undergraduate Catalog 60.311 Classroom Measurement and 20.384 Literature for Children Assessment 30.205 Children's Art 35.311 Music in the Elementary School 60.393 Social Foundations of Education or 60.394 Multicultural Education 60.302 Research Literacy 60.497 Teaching in Education: First 60.427 Classroom Experience Management and Effective Discipline 60.498 Teaching in Education: Second 62.304 Environmental Education in the Elementary School Experience 62.376 Language Experiences for Children 62.121 Introduction to Early Childhood Education 62.389 Individualized Instruction Activities 62.302 Teaching Science in the Elementary in the Elementary School 79.312 Internship in Education School 62.310 Teaching Fine Arts in the Elementary semester hours only in (1 to 3 this area) School 62.322 Seminar in Learning Experiences Gary J. Doby, associate professor with Young Children 62.371 Teaching Reading in the Elementary Practices Elementary School Childhood Education Childhood Education None of these a pass/fail basis. 05.311 Methods and Materials in B.S., M.Ed., professor S. O'Bruba, professor State College; M.Ed., Mansfield - B.S., California Duquesne University; Ed.D., Indiana University of Pennsylvania Rosemary T. Radzievich, assistant professor The Pennsylvania Elementary School Physical Bloomsburg sity 05.320 Health and Safety in the Elementary B.S., - The Pennsylvania State University Education School - of Pennsylvania Misiti, associate William II of 9 to 12 semes- taken in elective courses. Frank State College; M.Ed., Ph.D., I 62.420 Methods and Materials in Early may be taken on ana University of Pennsylvania versity Elementary School 62.410 Methods and Materials in Early A minimum State University Northeastern University; Ed.D., Indiana Uni- 62.398 Teaching Mathematics in the courses -B.S., M.S., R. Hranitz, professor -B.S., M.Ed., Ed.D., Indi- Lorraine A. Shanoski, professor Elementary School is SUNY at Buffalo The Pennsylvania John 62.391 Teaching Language Arts in the hours B.S., M.S., State - College at Buffalo; Central Connecticut State University; Ph.D., 62.390 Teaching Social Studies in the ter New York Bonita B. Franks, associate professor 62.373 Diagnostic and Inclusionary - University of Ph.D, School Elective Courses Faculty Profiles Bonnie L. State University; University; Ed.D., - B.A., M.Ed., Lehigh Univer- Williams, associate professor - B.S., M.Ed., Bloomsburg University; Ed.D., Temple University Bloomsburg University EDF of Page 127 Pennsylvania (60) Secondary Education Administered by: Department of Educational Studies and dents College: Professional Studies Campus address: 1 21 McCormick Center for Human Services is committed its set- Overseas student teaching opportunities are to teach to at Bloomsburg improving the field of through a comprehensive program education which recognizes an internship which provides a in secondary education leads to a grades seven through 12. Required Courses The teacher education program University select The major Program the may Bachelor of Science in Education and certification Washburn Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science in Education About These courses prepare students another available option. Fax number: (570) 389-3894 E. years. work-study program in an education-related ting. Telephone number: (570) 389-4025 Department chair: David and junior for the actual student teaching experience. Stu- Secondary Education unique contribution to society, Some courses which satisfy the university's 54- semester hour general education requirement are included in the course eas of specialization listings for the individual ar- under secondary education. both as a reflection of that society and as an agent Requirements for the Major Secondary Educa- improvement of society. To meet this obligathe programs draw upon the knowledge and tion (7-12) include a total of 35 semester hours in understanding of general as well as professional various specializations. Students should consult for the tion, education. son to It strives fulfill for a blend in preparing a per- a role in society as an informed, inquir- required core courses, plus courses specified for their advisor to plan a course of study. of courses to satisfy The balance the university's 128-hour re- quirement for a bachelor's degree, come from free ing and skilled professional. The Department of Educational Studies and electives. Secondary Education includes teacher education 60.201 Field Studies in Education programs, educational studies, educational tech- 60.204 Educational Computing and nology, student teacher supervision (pre-K-12) secondary education. Facilities are All and programs are accredited. modern and up-to-date technolo- gies are available including courses in educational computing. A state-of-the-art computer laboratory enables students to maintain familiarity with cutting-edge advances in computer technology. The department also houses the Urban Learning Acad- emy and the Link-to-Learn Technology Project. Students are required to spend time observing and assisting in actual classroom settings through two field studies courses offered in the sophomore I Technology 60.291 Principles of Teaching 60.301 Field Studies in Education II 60.311 Educational Measurements and Evaluation 60.497 Teaching in Education: First Experience 60.498 Teaching in Education: Second Experience 60.251 Psychological Foundations of Education or 48.251 Psychological Foundations of Education 2 Page 128 Undergraduate Catalog 60.393 Social Foundations of Education or Choose one from the following four 60.406 Multicultural Education 65.374 Teaching reading in the Academic 54.105 Energy: Sources and Environmental Subjects Choose one from the following 65.351 Teaching courses: 54.103 Principles of Physical Science five courses: Communication in the Secondary School 65.352 Teaching Mathematics in the Effects 54.106 54.110 Introduction to Astronomy 9 semester hours of elective courses in Secondary School biology including 3 semester hours 65.353 Teaching Science in the Secondary School 65.355 Teaching Social Studies in the Secondary School 65.358 Teaching Foreign Language in the Secondary School Areas of Specialization in Secondary Education Each area of specialization develops scholarship basic to teaching the content subject. Course re- The Science of Sound in a field course Choose one from the following two courses: 53.113 Pre-Calculus 53.123 Essentials of Calculus Choose one from the following two courses: 53.141 Introduction to Statistics 48.160 Basic Statistics - quirements are enumerated under the area of spe- Chemistry 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry cializadon. Note: in May, 1999, a specialization area in German was created; contact the adviserfor requirements. 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry 52.216 Chemical Principles and Secondary Education Specialization Areas Each area of specializadon develops scholarship Measurements 52.232 Intermediate Organic Chemistry 52.321 Analytical Chemistry I basic to teaching the content subject in secondary 52.341 Biochemistry schools and course requirements listed here are in 52.361 Physical Chemistry I addition to those required of secondary education 52.362 Physical Chemistry II majors at Bloomsburg University. 52.281 Introduction to Scientific Literature Biology 54.211 General Physics I 54.212 General Physics II 50.1 10 Biology of Animals 53.125 Analysis 50.120 Biology of Plants 53. 126 Analysis II 50.233 Human Genetics 53.225 Analysis I III 50.242 Biology of Microorganisms Choose one from the following two 50.271 Cell Biology 50.1 10 Biology of Animals 50.332 Genetics 50. 1 20 Biology of Plants 50.351 General Ecology Choose one 50.380 Biology Seminar sets: 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic 52.216 Chemical Principles and from the following two 51.101 Physical Geology and 51.111 Physical Geology Laboratory or Chemistry 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry pair courses: 51 . 1 02 Historical Geology and 5 1 Historical . 11 Geology Laboratory Measurements 52.341 Biochemistry Choose one from the following three courses: Communications/Media 20.302 Advanced Composition 20.311 Structure of English 51.101 Physical Geology 20.312 History of the English Language 51.255 Meteorology 26.102 Introduction to Theater Arts 51.259 Oceanography 27.315 Social Foundations of Mass Communications Bloomsburg University One of Pennsylvania Page 129 course in World Literature 27.310 Media 20.312 History of the English Language Law 27.360 Mass Media Processes and Effects one course one course in World Literature in Mass Communications 27.420 Audience Analysis 25.104 Interpersonal Communication Choose two courses from: 25.206 Oral Interpretation of Literature 27.110 Mass Communication and the 26.102 Introduction to Theater Arts Popular Arts 27.275 26.211 Theater Production/Stagecraft Cinema Appreciation Choose one from the following three 27.230 Newswriting courses: 27.251 PR: Theory and Practice 26.215 History of the Theatre 27.261 Principles of Advertising 26.316 Play Directing Choose three courses from: 27.271 Media Operations 26.416 Modern Theater plus four courses from the Theatre Arts 27.334 Editing course 27.352 Publicity and Public Relations listing. Note: 25.103 Public Speaking among 27.482 Mass Communications Seminar general education courses for communication. RTF Authorship Theory and Practice One Communication/Speech ward is listed the semester of 25.108 Forensic Practicum also required and, therefore, this may not be applied is to- requirement. Speech Communication 20.302 Advanced Composition majors must participate in the Bloomsburg Univer- 20.311 Structure of English sity 20.312 History of the English Language under 25.108. one course in World Literature one course in Mass Communications Forensic Society for a minimum of one semester A grade of pass/fail is issued. Earth and Space Science 25.104 Interpersonal Communication 50.101 General Biology 25.206 Oral Interpretation of Literature 51.101 Physical Geology Choose one of the following three courses: 51.102 Historical Geology 25.205 Rhetorical Theory 51.105 Environmental Geology 25.215 Communication Theory 51.111 Physical Geology Laboratory 25.315 Persuasion 51.112 Historical Geology Laboratory Choose one of the following four courses: 51.255 Meteorology 26.211 Theater Production/Stagecraft 51.259 Oceanography 26.215 History of the Theater Choose one from the following 26.316 Play Directing 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic 26.416 Modern Theater and four courses selected from the Communications Studies course 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry 52.216 Chemical Principles and Measurements Note: 25.103 Public Speaking ondary education majors and is is required for sec- 54.111 Introductory Physics I among 54.112 Introductory Physics II listed the general education courses for communication. semester of 25.108 Forensic Practicum also is may not be applied torequirement. Speech Communication 53.175 Introduction to Computer Science Choose one from the following required and, therefore, 53.112 Trigonometry ward 53.113 Pre-Calculus this majors must participate in the Bloomsburg UniverForensic Society for a under 25.108. six courses: Chemistry listing. sity required for sec- ondary education majors and 27.485 One is 27.371 Broadcast Journalism minimum of one semester A grade of pass/fail is issued. Communication/Theater 20.302 Advanced Composition 20.311 Structure of English five courses: 53.123 Essentials of Calculus 53.125 Analysis I 53. 126 Analysis II Choose three from the following 51.105 Environmental Geology 51.261 Mineralogy 1 1 courses: Page 1 30 Undergraduate Catalog 10.423 Black Francophone Writers and 51.262 Petrology 51.355 Synoptic Meteorolgy Culture 51.360 Introduction to Paleontology Choose one from the following two courses: 51.365 Geomorphology 20.311 Structure of English Modern 51.369 Structural Geology 20.411 51.370 Hydrology Electives: 10.281 Special Topics 51.451 Field Techniques in Earth Science 10.290 French Studies Abroad Linguistic Theory 51.468 Stratigraphy and Sedimentation 10.295 Art 51.470 Groundwater Hydrology 10.309 Commercial French Choose a maximum of 3 semester hours rine science courses offered by the in ma- Marine Science and Culture of France 10.331 Selected 20th Century Writers 10.401 Advanced French Language 10.409 Commercial French Consortium. II 10.490 Independent Study in French English Note: 20.203 Approaches to Literary Study in place of 20.200, 20.201 those students who have and also is is required required of taken 20.104. Required A student exempted from a required course must substitute the course in child psychology and anthropology in this cur- riculum. courses, totaling 30 semester hours, are: Choose one from the following three courses: 20.226 European Literature I General Science 50.1 10 Biology of Animals 20.236 American Literature I 50.120 Biology of Plants 20.237 American Literature II 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic Choose one from the following two courses: 20.246 British Literature I 20.247 British Literature II Chemistry Choose one from the following two courses: 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry Choose one from the following two courses: 20.256 Non-Western Literature I 52.216 Chemical Principles and 20.257 Non-Western Literature II Choose one from the following two courses: Choose one from the following six courses: 20.302 Advanced Composition Measurements 54.111 Introductory Physics 54.211 General Physics I I 20.306 Theory and Practice of Writing Choose one from the following 20.311 Structure of English 54.112 Introductory Physics 20.312 History of the English Language 54.212 General Physics 20.363 Shakespeare 51.101 Physical Geology Elective courses account for 12 semester hours six courses: II II 51.102 Historical Geology and are drawn from 300 or 400 level English courses; only one may be from 20.300 or 20.301 or 51.111 Physical Geology Laboratory 20.303. Choose one from the following two courses: 53.112 Historical Geology Laboratory 53.141 Introduction to Statistics French 53.241 Probability and Statistics 10.203 French III 28.303 Philosophy of Science 10.204 French IV (recommended) 10.205 Applied Phonetics and 42.250 History of Science (recommended) Pronounciation 54.110 Introduction to Astronomy 10.206 Structure of the French Language 10.207 Conversation: French Daily Life and 16 semester hours of 200-level or above science courses. Customs 10.211 Foundations of French Culture and Civilization 10.325 10.402 Contemporary Issues in Francophone Media 10.422 Masterpieces of French Literature Mathematics 53.125 Analysis I 53. 126 Analysis II 53.185 Discrete Mathematics 53.225 Analysis III Bloomsburg University of Page 131 Pennsylvania 53.226 Analysis IV Note: A student exempted from a required 53.231 College Geometry course must substitute the course with an advanced 53.241 Probability and Statistics elective in Spanish. Students also 53.310 Introduction to Abstract Algebra course in child psychology and anthropology in 53.314 Linear Algebra their curriculum. 53.360 Number Theory 56.121 Computer Science should include a Comprehensive Social Studies I 9 semester hours in courses which must include Anthropology (Comprehensive Social Studies) one computer science course numbered 56.122 or higher and at least one mathematics 46.200 Principles of Cultural Anthropology at least course numbered 53.271 or higher. 46.210 Prehistoric Archaeology 46.220 Human Origins 46.340 Native North America Physics 46.390 Socialization of the Child 54.211 General Physics I 46.440 Language and Culture 54.212 General Physics II 45.211 Principles of Sociology 54.302 Mechanics: Dynamics 54.310 Modem Atomic Physics 40.211 Principles of Economics I 40.212 Principles of Economics II Modern World The Modern World 54.314 Electricity and Magnetism 42.112 Origins of the 54.315 Electronics 42.113 54.318 Optics 42.121 United States Historic Survey: 54.400 Advanced Physics Laboratory 51.101 Physical Geology Colonial Period to 1877 42.122 United States Historic Survey: 1877 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic to the Present 41.101 World Physical Geography Chemistry 52.216 Chemical Principles and Measurements 41.102 World Cultural Geography 44.101 Elements of Political Science 44.120 United States Government 51.102 Historical Geology Economics (Comprehensive 53.125 Analysis I 53. 126 Analysis II 46.200 Principles of Cultural Anthropology 53.225 Analysis III 45.211 Principles of Sociology 53.322 Differential Equations Select an elective course in physics totaling 3 se- Social Studies) 40.211 Principles of Economics I 40.212 Principles of Economics II 40.311 Intermediate Micro-Theory and mester hours. Managerial Economics Spanish 40.312 Intermediate Macroeconomic 12.203 Spanish Theory III 12.204 Spanish IV 40.313 Labor Economics 12.205 Phonetics: Theory' and Practice 40.422 Contrasting Economics or 40.423 12.206 Structure of the Spanish Language 12.207 Conversation: Hispanic Daily Life History of and Customs 12.211 Spanish Culture courses: and Civilization 12.212 Spanish-American Culture and Civilizations 12.214 Economic Thought 9 semester hours from the following eight 40.315 Business and Government 40.316 Urban Economics 40.410 Public Finance The Hispanic World Today 40.413 Money and Banking 12.250 Spanish for Spanish Speakers 40.415 Environmental Economics 12.325 12.331 Selected 20th Century Writers 40.424 Economic History of the Western 12.402 Issues in the Hispanic Media World 12.421 Hispanic Prose 40.433 International Economics Choose one from the following two courses: 40.434 Economic Growth of 20.311 Structure of English 20.411 Modern Linguistic Theory Underdeveloped Areas Page 1 32 Undergraduate Catalog Choose one from the following 42.112 Origins of the 42.113 Choose one from the following four five courses: Modern World courses: The Modern World 42.141 42.121 United States Historic Survey: The Modem Far East 42.142 Latin America: Colonial Period to 1877 From European Colonization to the Present 42.122 United States Historic Survey: 1877 42.143 Black Africa 42.144 Islamic and Hindu Worlds: Middle to the Present 42.222 Business History of the United States East, India 41.101 World Physical Geography 3 semester hours 41.102 World Cultural Geography level course in U.S. history 44.101 Elements of Political Science 3 semester hours 44.120 United States Government Geography (Comprehensive and Malasia from any 300-400 from any 300-400 level course in western civilization or European Social Studies) 46.200 Principles of Cultural Anthropology history covering the period through 1815. 3 semester hours from any 300-400 level course 45.211 Principles of Sociology 40.211 Principles of Economics I 40.212 Principles of Economics II in European history covering the period since 1789. Philosophy (Comprehensive Social Studies) Modern World The Modern World 42.112 Origins of the 46.200 Principles of Cultural Anthropology 42.113 45.211 Principles of Sociology 42.121 United States Historic Survey: Colonial Period to 1877 40.211 Principles of Economics I 40.212 Principles of Economics II Modern World The Modern World 44.101 Elements of Political Science 42.112 Origins of the 44.120 United States Government 42.113 48.101 General Psychology 42.121 United States Historic Survey: 41.101 World Physical Geography Colonial Period to 1877 41.102 World Cultural Geography 42.122 United States Historic Survey: 1877 41.105 Environmental Issues and Choices to the Present Choose one of the following two courses: 41.101 World Physical Geography 42.122 United States Historic Survey: 1877 41.102 World Cultural Geography to the Present or 42.222 Business 44.101 Elements of Political Science History of the United States 44.120 United States Government 18 semester hours in geography 28.111 Introduction to Philosophy 3 semester hours taken from economics, sociology, political science or history or 48.210 Life Span 28.212 Logic Choose one course from the following two Psychology courses: History (Comprehensive Social Studies) 28.220 Ethics 46.200 Principles of Cultural Anthropology 28.290 Medical Ethics 45.211 Principles of Sociology Choose one course from the following two 40.211 Principles of Economics courses: I 41.101 World Physical Geography 28.224 Descartes to Kant 41.102 World Cultural Geography 28.351 Theory of Knowledge 44.101 Elements of Political Science 44.120 United States Government 42.112 Origins of the 42.113 Modern World The Modern World One elective course Political Science from Philosophy (Comprehensive Social Studies) 46.200 Principles of Cultural Anthropology 42.121 United States Historic Survey: Colonial Period to 1877 42.122 United States Historic Survey: 1877 45.211 Principles of Sociology 40.211 Principles of Economics I 40.212 Principles of Economics II 41.101 World Physical Geography to the Present 42.133 Ancient and Medieval Worlds 41.102 World Cultural Geography 42.398 Research and Writing 44.101 Elements of Political Science Skills Bloomsburg University of Page 133 Pennsylvania 44.120 United States Government additional courses in Psychology totaling 6 44.160 Nations, States and Governments semester hours. 44.210 Introduction to Political Theory Sociology (Comprehensive Social Studies) 46.200 Principles of Cultural Anthropology 44.280 Introducdon to Internadonal 45.211 Principles of Sociology Relations 42.112 Origins of the 42.113 Modem World The Modern World 42.121 United States Historic Survey: 40.211 Principles of Economics I 40.212 Principles of Economics II Modem World Modem World 42.112 Origins of the The Colonial Period to 1877 or 42.122 42.113 United States Historic Survey: 1877 42.121 United States Historic Survey: to the Present Colonial Period to 1877 and three courses selected from: 42.122 United States Historic Survey: 1877 44.207 Ethics, Politics and Public Policy to the Present 44.363 Soviet and Post-Soviet Politics 41.101 World Physical Geography 44.366 Political Systems of Western Europe 41.102 World Cultural Geography 44.376 Government and Politics of the 44.101 Elements of Political Science 44.120 United States Government Middle East 44.440 The President and Congress 45.133 Introduction to Social World and 44.448 The Judicial Process Social Welfare or 45.236 Child 44.452 State and Local Government Politics Welfare 44.487 International Law and Organization Note: 44.207 Ethics, can be used Politics 45.211 Principles of Sociology 45.213 Contemporary Social Problems and Public Policy to satisfy the Choose one from the following two values requirement in general education 45.216 Urban Sociology requirements. 45.462 Sociological Theory Choose one from the following two Psychology (Comprehensive Social Studies) 46.200 Principles of Cultural Anthropology 45.231 Marriage and Family 45.211 Principles of Sociology 45.318 Social Stratification 40.211 Principles of Economics I 40.212 Principles of Economics II 42.112 Origins of the 42.1 13 courses: courses: 6 semester hours taken from the preceding sociology courses not previously Modern World taken. The Modern World 42.121 United States Historic Survey: Colonial Period to 1877 42.122 United States Historic Survey: 1877 Faculty Profiles C. Meade Beers, assistant professor, B.A., M.Ed., Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh Neil L. Brown, assistant professor to the Present 42.222 Business History of the United States State College; M.Ed., 41.101 World Physical Geography Temple University 41.102 World Cultural Geography Robert Lehigh - B.S., Kutztown University; Ed.D., L. Clarke, assistant professor - B.A., King's 44.101 Elements of Political Science College; M.A., Seton Hall University; Ed.D., 44.120 United States Government University of Pennsylvania Henry D. Dobson, professor 48.101 General Psychology 48.160 Basic Statistics 48.251 Psychological Foundations of Bloomsburg B.S., The Pennsylvania State University M. Hussein Fereshteh, associate professor Education 48.281 Experimental Psychology: Group Processes 48.476 Principles of Behavior Modification - B.A., Teacher University of Tehran; M.P.A., Univerof Hartford; Ph.D., The University of Con- sity Methodology 48.451 Laboratory Training in - University; M.S., Syracuse University; Ph.D., necticut E. Gates, associate professor Robert sity - B.S. Univer- of Maine at Farmington; M.Ed., Ed.D., Uni- versity of Louisville Page 134 Mary G. Undergraduate Catalog Harris, professor lege; M.A., California - B.A., Macalester Col- Lutheran College; Ed.D., University of Southern California W. Francis Keating, assistant professor A.B., Kings York at S. New - M.Ed., B.S., Charleston Southern University; Ph.D., Virginia - College; M.S., Ed.D., State University of Raymond Charles Starkey, assistant professor Viola C. Tech Supon, Bloomsburg professor assistant - B.S., State Teachers College; M.A., Trenton State University; Ed.D., Temple Uni- Albany Pastore, assistant professor - B.S., Cali- fornia University of Pennsylvania; M.S., St. versity David E. Washburn, professor - B.A., M.Ed., Ph.D., Bonaventure University; Ph.D., The Pennsylva- University of Arizona; postdoctoral certifica- nia State University tion in multicultural education, University of Donald L. Pratt, assistant chairperson, associate professor- B.S., Utica College of Syracuse University; M.Ed., St. Lawrence University; Ph.D., University of South Florida of Michigan; M.A., Wayne versity assistant professor - B.A., Uni- of Denver; M.S., Georgetown University; Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania Shelley C. Randall, assistant professor - B.S., University Miami Mary Alice Wheeler, State University; Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania Patricia Wolf, associate professor University; M.A., Duquesne University of Pittsburgh - B.A., Morehead University; Ph.D., 9 Bloomsburg University SPE of Pennsylvania Page 135 (70) Special Education Bloomsburg's Administered by: Department of Exceptionality Programs Campus address: 101B Navy Hall Fax number: (570) 389-3980 tions include technology, early intervention, mild TDD number: (570) 3894119 disabilities, the severe Department chair: Carroll J. Most recent placement in special education leads to certi- dis- abled, mentally retarded, seriously emotionally dis- turbed and physically handicapped) in grades K-12. also acquire a concentration for the General Education Requirements sity Students enrolled in special education have the opportunity to student teach in the following set- intermediate units, approved - The univer- requires 54 hours of general education require- ments, some of which are specifically required for this major. ments Core courses designated by the depart- as applicable to the general quirements may be elected education of the deaf/hard of hearing. tings: public schools, Required Courses and/or handicapped individuals (learning may average be- statistics tween 98 and 100 percent. fication for teachers to teach mentally Students be- and methodology. Redfern Program The program and profoundly disabled, havioral disorders, assessment, transition, language Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science in Education physically thorough and diverse learning environment. Faculty specializa- Program coordinator: Sheila Jones the the largest in izations that provide students with a Telephone number: (570) 389411 About among faculty, Pennsylvania, displays a broad spectrum of special- College: Professional Studies that requirement. The education in partial fulfillment re- of following general education courses are required for teaching mentally and/or physically disabled individuals: private schools, preschools, state centers, adjudi- 20.101 Composition cated environments and hospitals. Student teach- Composition ing placements are in the following counties: Car- writing intensive literature courses) bon, Cumberland, Columbia, Lackawanna, Lehigh, Snyder, Union and All students are assigned to Dauphin, Those Sullivan. will an adviser and ceive close guidance in university classrooms field experiences in public schools. ment prides itself on accessibility The fac- Factors suggesting the potential for success at Bloomsburg include acceptance of individuals and the ability to work with acquired skills, the ability to and differences, strong task mitment, affectiveness and the individual needs. (or any of the testing out of 20.101 or 20.201 schedule 20.104 Honors to take only six of the nine hours required under Communication 25. 1 03 Public Speaking or 25. 1 04 Interpersonal Communication ulty. deal with diversity II Composition and are required re- and depart- of students to or 20.201 I com- ability to deal with 48.101 General Psychology 48.210 Life-Span Psychology 50.101 General Biology I 05.231 First Aid and Safety 53.141 Introduction to Statistics or 48.160 Basic Statistics . Page 1 36 Undergraduate Catalog Requirements for the Major mester hours is - A total of 51 se- courses include: required for a major in special edu- 70.255 Experience with Exceptional cation including professional education courses, Individuals those required for special education and electives. 70.375 Individual Project 72.152 Introduction to Communication Professional Education courses include: 60.251 Psychological Foundations in Disorders 74.153 Introduction to Sign Language Education or 48.251 Psychological Foundations in Education Students 60.393 Social Foundations of Education or 60.406 Multicultural Education 62.302 Teaching of Science in the Teaching Social Studies to take Typical Plan of Study Students entering the university in the Elementary School de- by faculty in the Department of Exceptionalities. They begin taking courses School in the major in the first semester of the freshman year and generally enroll 62.398 Teaching Mathematics in the in at least Elementary School Choose one of the following four courses: 62.373 Diagnostic and Inclusive Practices 74.305 Introduction to Instructional for the who have clared special education as their major are advised 62.371 Teaching Reading in the Elementary Methods any four hours of elec- a bachelor's degree. A Elementary School or 62.390 may opt complete the 128-semester hour require for tives to one or more special education course ev- ery semester thereafter. Adjustments are made in the above sequence of courses which reflect the needs of students who more semester hours of work than the average student. Transfers (internal and external), readmitted students, adult learners and part-time students make it necessary to make adjustdesire to take less or Deaf/Hard of Hearing (reserved for Deaf/Hard of Hearing area of concentration only) ments 60.375 Teaching the Reluctant Reader in scheduling. Students sary requirements 65.374 Teaching Reading in Academic the Subjects first who have the neces- complete their student teaching semester and return to campus to com- plete their general education requirements for Special Education Courses include: graduation. Students 70.101 Introduction to the Exceptional could possibly graduate early or reduce the num- who enroll in summer school ber of semester hours taken during the academic Individual 70.202 Technology for Exceptionalities year. 70.206 Introduction to Early Intervention Education/Elementary Education or Early Child- 70.240 Foundations in Special Educaiton hood Education) to 70.340 Educating Individuals with determine a specific plan of showing Disabilities summer sessions. all study, an example but general education requirements follows: 70.353 Assessment and Planning Freshman Year 70.357 Vocational Programming 70.401 Student Teaching With Exceptional Fall Semester 70.101 Introduction to Exceptional Individuals Individuals 70.433 Language Arts for Students with Special often enroll in Although majors should work with their advisers 70.250 Behavior Disorders Moderate/Severe Students seeking dual certification (Special Spring Semester Needs 70.240 Foundations in Special Education 70.450 Methods for Elementary Special 70.202 Technology for Exceptionalities 60.251 Psychological Foundations of Education Education 70.451 Methods for Secondary Special Sophomore Year Education Fall 70.461 Problems in Special Education Elective Courses may be taken - A total of 12 semester hours as electives for this major. These Semester 70.250 Behavior Disorders 70.206 Introduction to Early Intervention Bloomsburg University Pennsylvania of Page 137 Junior Year Fall Semester Required Courses The 70.357 Vocational Programming 70.340 Educating Individuals with Moderate/Severe following Freshman Year 72.152 Introduction to Communication 62.398 Teaching of Mathematics in the Disorders Elementary School 74.201 History, Education and Guidance of 62.302 Teaching Science in the Elementary the School Deaf/Hard of Hearing 74.153 Introduction to Sign Language Spring Semester Sophomore Year 70.433 Language Arts for Students with Needs 70.450 Elementary Methods 72.200 Introduction to Audiology Special 74.154 American Sign Language for Individuals A statistics course 74.305 Introduction to Instructional School Methods for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing 74.155 American Sign Language II Senior Year Semester 70.353 Assessment and Planning 70.451 Methods for Secondary Special Senior Year 72.450 Clinical Observation Education Spring Semester 70.401 Student Teaching With Exceptional Individuals 70.461 Problems in Special Education Dual Certification: Elementary Education and Special Education A dual certification in Elementary Education and Special Education leads Area of Concentration in Education of the Deaf/Hard ofHearing Special education students an area of concentration in may choose to take education of the deaf/ hard of hearing. The undergraduate curriculum education of the deaf/hard of hearing in lays the foundation for the training and education needed to I Junior Year Disabilities 62.371 Teaching Reading in the Elementary Fall a suggested time sequence for the deaf/hard of hearing. Disabilities 60.393 Social Foundations of Education with Mild is courses required in the area of concentration of prepare classroom teachers and itinerant hear- to elementary educa- tion certification to teach kindergarten through sixth grade (K-6) and special education tion to teach mentally and/or certifica- physically handi- capped individuals (learning disabled, mentally retarded, seriously emotionally disturbed and physically handicapped) in grades K-12. The number of students accepted certification program is into the dual limited. Students may not ing therapists to work in educational settings with declare a dual certification as an entering fresh- deaf/hard of hearing children and adults. Students man, but must apply for admission supplement the curriculum for their majors with an minimum area of concentration in education of the deaf/ have 15 to 54 hard of hearing that requires a minimum of 18 se- Certification to teach dents in school programs deaf/hard of hearing is stu- granted by the Pennsyl- vania Department of Education upon completion of a related graduate program. All applicants to the graduate program in Edu- cation of the Deaf/ Hard of Hearing must have completed the following courses. Students without an education background will need to take five education courses agreed upon by the curriculum coordinator in education of the deaf/hard of hear- meeting credits, a Bloomsburg University GPA of 2.5 or higher and a completed admission packet from elementary or mester hours. after requirements. To apply, students must special education. An interde- partmental admissions committee reviews applica- and most qualified applicants. Adis completed twice during the academic year (October and March). Students accepted into the dual certification program are advised by faculty in the Special Education Program. tions selects the mission into the dual certification program This program requires 131 credits for graduation with eligibility for dual certification. Required Courses ing. General Education Requirements sity - The univer- requires 54 hours of general education require- Page 1 38 merits, some of which this major. ments Undergraduate Catalog 62.310 Teaching Fine Arts are specifically required for 70.202 Technology for Exceptional Core courses designated by the depart- as applicable to the general quirements may be elected that requirement. The education Individuals re- 70.206 Introduction to Early Intervention in partial fulfillment of 70.240 Foundations in Special Education following general education 70.250 Behavior Disorders courses are required: 0.101 Composition II I or 20.201 Composition 70.340 Educating Individuals with Moderate/Severe (or any of the writing intensive literature courses) of 20.101 or 20.201 Those will 70.357 Vocational Programming schedule 20.104 Honors Composition and are required to take only six Disabilities 70.353 Assessment and Planning testing out 70.433 Language Arts for Students with of the nine Special Needs 70.450 Methods for Elementary Special hours required under Communication Education 70.451 Methods for Secondary Special 25.103 Public Speaking or 25.104 Interpersonal Communication Education 48.101 General Psychology 70.461 Problems in Special Education 48.210 Life-Span Psychology Student teaching 45.211 Sociology or 46.200 Anthropology Faculty Profiles 70.101 Introduction to the Exceptional Kenneth Individual of 53.141 Introduction to Statistics or 48.160 P. Hunt, professor New York, University of Basic Statistics versity Any American history course Any literature course Sheila - 50.101 General Biology - New York at Buffalo; Ph.D., Dove Jones, program coordinator, professor B.S., M.Ed., Bloomsburg University of Penn- 54.103 Physical Science 53.201 Theory of Arithmetic bia Requirements for the Major is - A total of 77 se- required for dual certification in elementary education and special education Professional Education courses include: 60.251 Psychological Foundations in Education or 48.251 Psychological Foundations in Missouri-Colum- Michael J. Karpinski, associate professor 05.231 First Aid and Safety Education 60.393 Social Foundations of Education or 60.406 Multicultural Education 62.302 Teaching of Science in the Elementary School 62.390 Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary School 62.371 Teaching Reading in the Elementary School 62.398 Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School 62.373 Diagnostic and Inclusive Practices 05.311 Methods and Materials in Elementary School Physical Education or 05.320 Health and Safety in Elementary School 60.291 Principles of Teaching Uni- of Pittsburgh sylvania; Ed.D., University of mester hours State University B.S., College at Buffalo; M.Ed., State - B.S., M.Ed., Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania; Ph.D., University of Maryland James K. Krause, assistant professor - B.S., Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania M.S., Darlene Perner, assistant professor Knox - B.A., College, M.Ed., State University of New York at Buffalo; Ed.D., University of British Columbia Carroll J. Redfern, chairperson, professor Johnson C. Bloomsburg Smith University; State College; Ed.D., - B.S., M.Ed., Lehigh Uni- versity Cynthia N. Schloss, assistant professor -B.S., Illinois State University; M.S., Ph.D., Southern Illnois University-Carbondale Philip J. Tucker, assistant professor - B.A., University of Notre Dame; M.Ed., Rhode Island College; Ed.D., University of Cincinnati Joseph M. Youshock, professor - B.S., M.Ed., Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania; Ed.D., Temple University Bloomsburg University HRL Page 1 39 Pennsylvania of (74) Interpreting for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing minor Administered by: Department of Exceptionality Programs in sign language. Individuals seeking en- College: Professional Studies trance to the program must complete the following Campus courses prior to formal admission to the program: address: Navy Hall 74.154 American Sign Language Bloomsburg University can Sign Language Telephone number: (570) 3894436 Fax number :(570) 389-3890 I and 74.155 Ameri- II. Required Courses TDY: (570) 389-4864 In addition to 54 semester hours in general edu- Department chair: Carroll R. Redfern cation requirements, the major in interpreting re- Program coordinator: Ruth Ann Schomstein quires 18 semester hours in American Sign LanDegree awarded: Bachelor of Science About the guage training and 36 semester hours in interpreting; the remaining 20 semester hours required for a Program In one of just two four-year degree programs in the eastern United States, Bloomsburg University provides specialized training for individuals seeking to become American Sign Language The objective for the sign language curriculum is interpreters. interpreting prepare individuals for to certifica- from the Registry of Interpreters of the Deaf as professional interpreters between deaf/hard of hearing and hearing consumers within the context tion of a variety of settings: legal, educational, social or Interpreting requirements: 25.103 Public Speaking 25.215 Communication Theory business. In addition to learning to interpret, students in this come from elective courses. American Sign Language training: 74.153 Introduction to Sign Language 74.154 American Sign Language I 74.155 American Sign Language II 74.254 The Deaf Culture 74.255 American Sign Language III 74.256 American Sign Language IV bachelor's degree program also receive strong education in as- pects of deaf culture and related communication 72.152 Introduction to Communication Disorders 72.200 Introduction to Audiology 74.201 History, Education and Guidance of issues. program Bloomsburg's draws additional strength from having a deaf individual as one of the two faculty assigned to the program, plus a gradu- program in Education of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing and strong commitment to undergraduate ate and graduate programs a professional regional Graduates of placement this in audiology that includes clinic. program enjoy a 100 percent and vo- rate in a variety of educational cational settings. communicawith the deaf have two options: a program Individuals desiring to specialize in tion leading to a bachelor of science in interpreting or a the Deaf/ Hard of Hearing 74.201 Interpreting in the Educational Setting 74.301 Introduction to Interpreting for the Deaf 74.302 Interpreting Engish to American Sign Language 74.303 Transliterating English to Sign Language 74.304 Oral Interpreting/Transliterating 74.401 Sign to Voice Interpreting 74.415 Practicum in Interpreting Page 140 Undergraduate Catalog one additional course from the Code 25 course an education background Elective Courses are to be chosen with the ap- proval of an adviser and university's graduation ter hours. Students as required to meet the may choose from the following coordinator in education of the deaf/hard of hearing. Required Courses The 20.111 Language and Social Interaction Modern Linguistic following Theory a suggested time sequence for Freshman Year 72.152 Introduction to Communication 28.220 Ethics Disorders 28.290 Medical Ethics 74.201 History, Education and Guidance of 45.211 Principles of Sociology Deaf/Hard of Hearing the 45.213 Contemporary Social Problems 74.153 Introduction to Sign Language 45.231 Marriage and Family Sophomore Year 46.101 Introduction to Anthropology 72.200 Introduction to Audiology 46.200 Principles of Cultural Anthropology 46.440 Language and Culture 74.154 American Sign Language I Junior Year 48.101 General Psychology A statistics 48.160 Basic 74.305 Introduction to Instructional Statistics 48.211 Child Psychology Measurements 70.101 Introduction to the Exceptional Senior Year Individual 72.450 Clinical Observation 72.460 Psycholinguistics Elective Courses A 74.260 Interpreting in the Educational Setting - in Education of Deaf/ Interpreting students may choose to take an area of concentration in education of the deaf/hard of hearing. The undergradu- ate curriculum in education of the hearing lays deaf/hard of the foundation for the training and education needed to prepare classroom teachers itinerant hearing therapists to work in educa- tional settings with deaf/hard of hearing children adults. Students supplement the curriculum for their majors with an area of concentration in education of the deaf/hard of hearing that requires a minimum of 12 semester hours is taken in elective dents in school programs is granted by the Pennsyl- vania Department of Education upon completion of a related graduate program. All applicants to the graduate 74.155 American Sign Language 74.254 in Edu- Deaf/Hard of Hearing must have completed the following courses. Students without III 74.256 American Sign Language IV Requirements for the Minor Language in Sign may Students from any academic discipline clare a minor in sign language. of 18 semester hours The minor de- consists and requires the following courses: 74.153 Introducdon to Sign Language 74.154 American Sign Language I 74.155 American Sign Language II The Deaf Culture 74.255 American Sign Language III 74.256 American Sign Language IV Faculty Profiles Ruth Ann Schornstein, program II The Deaf Culture 74.255 American Sign Language 74.254 of 18 semester hours. Certification to teach deaf/hard of hearing stu- cation of the total courses. Courses include: Area of Concentration Hard of Hearing course Methods for the Deaf/ Hard of Hearing 74.155 American Sign Language II 48.321 Psychological Tests and and is courses required in this program of study. 26.112 Fundamentals of Acting and to take five requirement of 128 semes- free electives: 20.411 need will education courses agreed upon by the curriculum listing. assistant professor Kean College of New Maryland College Jersey; M.S., - B.A., Western Bloomsburg University NUR of Page 141 Pennsylvania (82) Nursing professional behaviors designed to help the Administered by: Department of Nursing person attain an optimal College: Professional Studies Campus address: 31 09 McCormick Center for Human a diverse Services Telephone number: (570) 389-4423 or 4426 level of functioning. promote health collaborate with others to 2. and multicultural in society. value and engage in activities designed to 3. enhance personal growth and promote pro- Fax number: (570) 389-3894 fessional role development. Department chair, e-mail M. Christine Alichnie : The Bachelor of Science (cmalic@bloomu.edu) awarded Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science in Nursing in Nursing (BSN) to those students who is successfully complete the requirements for the degree. About the Program Recognized as Degree recipients (non-R.N.) are then one of the leading four-year nurs- ing programs statewide, Bloomsburg prepares stu- home care, occupational health, rehabilitation, trauma, clini- dents for a wide range of careers in cal specialties, informatics and additionally and management case offers the increasingly valuable path toward a master of science in nursing through its related graduate study program. and demanding program requires potential students to and time management skills, self assurance and independent critical thinking. Other suggesting potential for success at Bloomsburg include a strong background in sciences and algebra as well as very high reading comprehension skills and a strong work ethic. Students enjoy a strong placement rate and continue with graduate studies after initial riences, much of which is work expe- The 1. own travel to munity both inpatient and outpatient/com- clinical agencies. Travel may vary from one mile to approximately 40 miles, depending on the Specific policies govern admission, standards, good standing, retention performance and licensure. Generic Students "Generic" is a term used by accrediting agencies and the Pennsylvania designate students nurses. neric State who are Board of Nursing Four types of candidates category: to currently not registered fall into the ge- freshman candidates, external transfer candidates, internal transfer candidates and second degree candidates. Advanced Placement goals of the BSN program are to assist stu- The faculty in the department of nursing have approved four mechanisms to: attain the of their choice. Students must assume responsibility for their outside of traditional hos- pital settings. dents ministered by the Board of Nursing in the state have excep- tional leadership factors eligible licensure examination ad- nature of clinical experiences. As the realm of modern health care becomes increasingly complex, this rigorous NCLEX to take the competencies required of the generalist practitioner, including application lined in an articulation and other Department of Nursing: of relevant knowledge, skills, values to petition for ad- vanced placement or credit by examination, model available as out- from the Page 142 1. Undergraduate Catalog College Level Equivalency Examination Pro- gram (CLEP). All students are eligible to pur- CLEP testing for Bloomsburg University credit. CLEP enables Bloomsburg University to sue grant course credit for scores earned on written examinations provided by the College En- trance Examination Board. Information is from the Coordinator of Testing. available examinations). Once students have been ad- mitted to the university they may earn credit in selected science, general education or nursing courses by petitioning for the privilege of es- tablishing credit through a comprehensive exam instead of through registration and class attendance. Eligibility to petition is based upon student presentation or evidence of adequate experience with the course content through experience other than college attendance or through independent study of the course content. the Department of Nursing, In courses which the student may the petition for credit by examination are 82.211 Nutrition, 82.212 Pharmacology, 82.214 Health Assess- ment and 82.215 Pathophysiology for Nursing Practice. Students wishing to petition for credit in departments other than nursing A total major of 61 semester hours must contact the chairperson of the respective de- partment. Study guides are available from course faculty(nursing, biological and allied health science, etc.) to facilitate review for dents must satisfy Articulation Profile II: NLN of study. the department's articulation cessful completion of four file II tests. Profile NLN Study guides for the II tests model or suc- Mobility Pro- NLN may be obtained from Mobility the office of the department of nursing. These examinations must be completed by the time the R.N. is ready to enter the junior level nursing courses. 4. Transfer course credits. Please refer to the transfer policies in the Admissions section. student applying to transfer courses must fill A ful- the provisions of residence requirements and graduation requirements. at of 128 semester hours and social sciences, required as prerequisites for the nursing curriculum, may also apply toward general education requirements. Requirements for the Major - Generic Students Prerequisite courses 48.101 General Psychology 48.210 Life-Span Psychology 50.173 Anatomy and Physiology 50.174 Anatomy and Physiology I II 50.240 Introductory Microbiology 52.101 Introductory Chemistry 52.108 Physiological Chemistry Choose one of the following three courses: 45.211 Principles of Sociology 45.213 Contemporary Social Problems 46.200 Principles of Cultural Anthropology Professional Courses 82.210 Professional Nursing 82.211 Nutrition 82.212 Pharmacology 82.213 Foundations of Nursing Practice 82.214 Health Assessment 82.215 Pathophysiology for Nursing Practice 82.306 Introduction to Nursing Research (a 36 semester hours of advanced through either advanced placement data on degree bachelor's total A number of the prescribed courses in the Mobility placement may be earned by R.N. students a Bloomsburg requires a statistics model and/or required for a 54 semester hours of general edu- requirements; cation these examinations. 3. is in nursing. In addition to the major, all stu- physical sciences Credit by Examination (faculty prepared 2. Required Courses course, either 48.160 Statistics or 53.141 Introduction to Statistics is prerequisite) 82.310 Family Nursing 82.311 Adult Health I 82.312 Maternal and Child Health Nursing 82.410 Community Health Nursing 82.411 Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing 82.412 Adult Health II 82.414 Nursing Management/Leadership Elective Courses - Additional courses must be taken as necessary to complete the minimum graduation requirement of 128 semester hours. Requirements for the Major - R.N. Students Prerequisite courses: 48.101 General Psychology 48.210 Life-Span Psychology 50.173 Anatomy and Physiology I 50.174 Anatomy and Physiology II , Bloomsburg University of Page 143 Pennsylvania Linda Cook, R.N., instructor 50.240 Introductory Microbiology Diploma, Geisinger Medical Center School of Nursing, B.S.N., 52.108 Physiological Chemistry Bloomsburg Choose one of the following three courses: Pennsylvania 45.213 Contemporary Social Problems M.S., 46.200 Principles of Cultural Anthropology fessor- Pharm.D., University of Arizona Michelle Ficca, R.N., assistant professor 82.305 Role Development for the Nurse Generalist (RN) M.S., The Pennsylvania Mary A. Gavaghan, R.N., or 53.141 Introduction to is Bloomsburg B.S.N., The Pennsylvania Community Health Nursing 82.414 Nursing Management/Leadership in Sharon Nursing Additional courses must be S. Kribbs, R.N., assistant chairperson, assis- B.S.N., University of Pittsburgh; versity; Georgetown - University; M.S.N. Univer, Cathy ; - - Pitts- The Pennsylvania State Uni- Pottsville Hospital - Di- School of Nursing; B.S.N. Immaculata College; M.S.N.- C.R.N.P., , Widener University Miller, R.N., assistant professor Joan - University of Pennsylvania, C.R.N.P., Diploma, The Penn- sylvania State University Carol M. Moore, R.N., C.R.N. P., assistant professor - , R.N., assistant professor America; M.S.N., Allentown College of St. Francis de Sales , M.S.N. Villanova University Noreen Chikotas, Di- Ashland Hospital; B.S.N., M.S.N. Bloomsburg Cegielsky, R.N., assistant professor, Nurs- ploma, versity of Diploma, Robert Packer Hospital of Nursing; B.S.N., - , Diploma, Ashland State Hospital School versity; Livengood, R.N., C.R.N.P. assistant profes- ploma, Reading Hospital; B.S.N. Catholic Uni- burgh; M.N., University of Washington ing E. Pennsylvania State University School of Nursing; B.S.N., University of Mary Ann Bloomsburg University; M.S.N., College Frieda Massari-Novak, R.N., assistant professor Campbell, R.N., associate professor, - , West Virginia University, C.R.N. P., University of , of Washington; M.P.M., Seatde University; L. Diploma, - sor- B.S., Alderson-Broaddus College; M.S.N., B.S.N. University of Delaware; M.S.N. Univer- Nursing The Pennsylvania State University Misericordia of Pennsylvania The Pennsylvania M.N., Geisinger Medical Center School of Nursing; B.S.N. Nursing Julia A. Bucher, R.N., associate professor, Nursing Robert Diploma, Harrisburg Hospital Roseanne Levan, R.N., instructor of Pennsylvania E. Berry, R.N., assistant professor, Ph.D., - School of Nursing; B.S.Ed., Bloomsburg Uni- M.S.Ed., Wilkes College; M.S.N., Ph.D., Univer- sity - Hopkins University Sharon M. Christine Alichnie, R.N., chairperson, professor, , State University Western Reserve University; Ph.D., The Johns minimum gradu- Faculty Profiles sity - University of Maryland; M.S.N., Case , tant professor B.S.N. - University; M.S.N., D.Ed., Haymaker, C.R.N. P, associate professor R. B.S.N. ation requirement of 128 semester hours. sity professor associate Temple University Ed.D., 82.310 Family Nursing - State University Annette Gunderman, R.N., associate professor prerequisite) taken as necessary to complete the B.S.N. B.S.N., M.S.N., University of Pennsylvania; course, either 48.160 Statistics - East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania; 82.306 Introduction to Nursing Research (a Nursing - Pennsylvania 82.215 Pathophysiology for Nursing Practice - assistant professor Jacqueline Evans-Shields, R.Pharm., associate pro- 82.214 Health Assessment Elective Courses B.S., , 82.212 Pharmacology 82.410 - University of Connecticut B.S.N., Wilkes University; M.S.N. University of 82.211 Nutrition Satisfies The Margie Eckroth-Bucher, R.N., Professional Courses: statistics University; M.S.N., University of Carolyn M. Dalton, R.D., assistant professor 45.211 Principles of Sociology Jean - 52.101 Introductory Chemistry B.S.N. versity Nancy A. , Bloomsburg University; M.S.N., Uni- of Pennsylvania Onuschak, R.N., professor Wyoming - Diploma. Valley Hospital School of Nursing; Page 144 Undergraduate Catalog Wilkes College; M.N., B.S., M.S.Ed., sylvania State University; D.E.D., The Penn- Temple Uni- lege, B.S., assistant professor, A.B., Columbia Wilson Col- University; M.S., Univer- of Utah - Di- ploma, Geisinger Medical Center School of Nursing; B.S.N., Wilkes College; M.S., versity Sue Ross, R.N., sity Gloria J. Schechterly, R.N., assistant professor The Pennsylvania State University Dorette E. Welk, R.N., professor - B.S.N., DYouville College; M.S.N. Ph.D., , University of Pennsylvania; The Pennsylvania State University Nursing Policies and Licensure Degree sylvania State In accordance with the Professional Nursing Law (PL. 317, No. 69, Jan. 1, 1986) a felonious act prohibits a person from obtaining licensure sylvania State The Penn- Board of Nursing. A license or certificate shall not be issued to an applicant who has been convicted of a felonious act prohibited by the act of April 14, 1972 (PL. 233, No. 64) vice known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, De- and Cosmetic Act; or convicted of a felony re- lating to a controlled substance in a court of law of the United States or any other state, territory or country unless: a. at least ten (10) years have elapsed from the date of conviction; b. strates to the made Board demon- that the applicant has significant progress in personal re- habilitation since the conviction such that licensure should not create a substantial risk c. of further violations; The applicant otherwise In accordance with the Pennsylvania Professional Registered Nurse Rules and Regulations, dents who are employed in health agencies the this act. be employed as registered or practical nurses unless they are currently licensed. Accreditation The Bachelor gram is of Science in Nursing (BSN) pro- accredited by the National League for Nurs- ing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) , fully ap- is proved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing and has preliminary approval from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Prelimi- CCNE provides an indication that programs have been reviewed by the Commission and have met, at least, the following general quirements: The nursing education program is viable and appears, based upon the review of the sion of guilt or a plea of nolo contendere. manner A person convicted of any felonious act may be prohibited from licensure by the Penn- that will enable eventual compli- ance with The (Convicted includes ajudgment, an admis- stu- may not submitted materials, to be conducted in a satisfies qualifications contained in or authorized by Student Employment nary approval by the applicant satisfactorily any at in Pennsylvania. In compliance with this legislation, the following guidelines are enforced by Board of Nursing time.) CCNE accreditation standards. institution has a history of seeking and ensuring continuing accreditation and program recognition by appropriate crediting and regulatory agencies. ac- re- Bloomsburg University The of institution has Page 145 Pennsylvania ensured the continu- d. 1100 SATs with a ing viability of the nursing education pro- each portion gram by being responsive to the concerns of accrediting and regulatory agencies. e. Any further information regarding the It is program and NLNAC accreditation status and/or CCNE preliminary approval contact the percent of secondary important that the candidate indicate nurs- ing as the major. The Office of Admissions uses these guidelines in accepting freshman students direcdy into the nursing program. Nursing faculty consult with the Office of Admissions as necessary regard- 10014 or ing candidates for admission. New York at City, N.Y., call Commis- on Collegiate Nursing Education One DuPont Circle NW, ington, D.C., 20036 or fall into two categories: freshman and transfers. A secondary completed school student or sec- a. files are forwarded to the department. institutions other than versity school). Admissions. - An applicant who was pre- Bloomsburg University or who Bloomsburg Uni- must apply direcdy The to the Office of Office of Admissions re- views the application and evaluates the from the credits transcripts submitted was enrolled in a postsecondary educational pro- and gram. ments for transfer into the Secondary school students should submit an application to the university's Office of Admissions sions, Financial Aid, Fees) ates on Admis- Secondary school gradu- who have had no formal education beyond sec- ondary school must apply early in November to be considered for the spring semester or early in February to be considered for admission in the fall se- mester. guidelines are used to evaluate freshman candidates for admission to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program: must include a mini- mum of 4 units of English, 3 units of social studies, 2 units of mathematics (1 of which algebra) and 2 units of science with a related laboratory or the equivalent, plus 7 other academic through b. c. gression university, the forwarded to the Depart- and Retention (SAPR) Commit- tee review the application for admission to the baccalaureate nursing program. minimum admission to the university are a 2.5, The requirements beyond those for GPA of 16 or greater earned academic credits and evidence of a minimum grade of C prerequisite science courses. Grades units weigh the in at- overall in grades 9 12. B average or above in secondary school. A or B in secondary school chemistry. GPA. The chairperson of the Department of Nursing makes the decision based 18 academic units from secondary school. These units is is tained in prerequisite science courses out- The following a. the candidate meets the require- ment of Nursing. The department chairperson and the Student Admission, Pro- Freshmen Candidates early in their senior year. (See section if application Admission Requirements and Process must be com- Candidates with college credits from experience (formal education beyond secondary Transfer Candidate Progression and Reten- pleted and sent to the Office of Admissions. Only ondary school graduate without any postsecondary viously enrolled at not (SAPR) Committee generally reviews transfer applications biannually. Applications Applications to the nursing program is External Transfer Candidates The Student Admission, (202) 887-6791. Application Categories - interview are available to talk with prospective candidates. at Suite 530, Wash- call An required, but the Department of Nursing faculty tion Freshman in top 25 class. 350 Hudson (800) 669-9656, ext. 153 or the sion of 550 in National League for Nursing Ac- crediting Commission Street, Rank school minimum desirable. is on the committee's recom- mendation and available positions. Notifi- cation of acceptance is forwarded by the Admissions Office. b. Candidates who must apply direcdy are registered nurses to the Office sions. Official transcripts ously attended from of Admisall postsecondary previ- educa- tional institutions including those colleges affiliated with the hospital schools must be included with the application. To gain ad- Page 146 Undergraduate Catalog mission to the nursing program, the can- They must be able didate must be a graduate of a state-ap- wide variety of settings with diverse proved associate degree or diploma nurs- dents must meet these standards to qualify for and The ing program. credits from the remain Office of Admissions reviews the application and forwarded the benefits to the Depart- them to meet these of, excluded from participation in or gram. The core performance standards gram are identified for this pro- below along with examples of these standards. These examples are not inclusive dents. Individuals seeking a second bachelor's of all expected the nursing program by the Nursing is and should be used only for dents currently enrolled in Department's chairperson. An appointthe chairperson abilities simple comparative purposes by applicants and degree are considered for admission to ment with be provided to those indi- otherwise subjected to discrimination in this pro- ment of Nursing. The minimum requirements and process from this point is the same as for other external transfer stuc. will standards and ensure that students are not denied guidelines for a registered nurse, his/her is clientele. Stu- program. Where possible, reasonable viduals with disabilities to enable official transcripts sub- mitted. If a candidate meets the admission application in the accommodations evaluates any to provide safe nursing care in a this stu- program. (Adapted from: Core Performance Standards Required for Nursing, Board of Directors of the encouraged prior to submitting an application to the Southern Council on College Education for Nurs- The ing (SCCEN), 1993. Accepted by Faculty Assembly, Office of Admissions for review. November 1995) guidelines for freshman admission to the nursing major are followed for such applicants. Critical Thinking - Critical thinking sufficient for judgement. Competent assessment of Internal Transfer Candidates clinical Students majoring in other academic disciplines ents in a timely manner. Correct interpretation of at the university who wish to transfer into the nurs- cli- assessment data, identification of necessary nursing ing program must apply directly to the Department interventions, design of appropriate nursing care of Nursing's chairperson. They must meet the plans, evaluating the effectiveness of interventions guidelines for freshman candidate admission as well and as provide evidence of a GPA of 2.5. The candidate seeking transfer sends a letter to the chairperson of the Department of Nursing requesting admission into the nursing program. the candidate ter, is Upon receipt of the sent a "Student's Academic his/her academic department and deliver ment. The record will it file is is rationales for nursing the same sent from the Performance Standards for Admission and Progression care in a timely manner. Learn and adopt new methods of providing nursing care to reflect the dynamic nature of health care provision. Interpersonal - Interpersonal abilities sufficient and groups and intellectual backgrounds. Establish rapport and relate effectively with clients, their families and colleagues. Work effectively with these individual when they are stressed physically and / or emotionally. Provide care socially and culturally acceptable to to interact with individuals, families from a variety of social, emotional, cultural clients. Applicants and students enrolled in the Depart- ment of Nursing must possess the necessary intellec- emotional, social and communica- tion skills to provide nursing care that client, cal- new skills and chairperson of the Department of Nursing. tual, physical, includes the ability to comprehend, measure, mation. Learn as for external transfers; however, notification of acceptance of internal transfer new infor- File Nursing Depart- the process learn to provide safe nursing care. This diverse forms of infor- then be reviewed by the Stu- this point, Ongoing capacity to and evaluate dent Admission, Progression and Retention (SAPR) Committee. From - skills culate, analyze from the current to the mation and let- Transfer Request" form which allows the candidate to obtain planned interventions. revising Cognitive is safe for the themselves and other health care providers. Communication - Communication abilities suffi- cient for interaction with others in verbal ten form. Follow verbal Clearly and written and writ- instructions. communicate with other health care prodocumenting the nursing viders by appropriately Bloomsburg University of interventions provided Page 147 Pennsylvania and the Attain a grade of C or above clients' responses. 1. Provide effective client teaching, consult with other a. health care providers in a professional manner. Anatomy and Physiology Mobility Physical abilities sufficient to - oneself from room to room, along hallways and small or confined spaces. physical move The demands of providing nursing Physiology Anatomy and and Introductory Microbiology care. Lift- moving, carrying, pushing and supporting I, Introductory Chemistry, II, Physiological Chemistry in meet the ability to in: Prerequisite natural science courses: Prerequisite social sciences courses: b. cli- General Psychology, Life Span Psychology equipment and other objects independently. Standing, bending, walking and sitting while work- and Principles of Sociology or Contemporary Social Problems or Principles of Cul- ing directly with clients and co-workers and docu- tural menting c. All 2. Obtain a cumulative ing, ents, care. Motor Skills - Gross and fine motor abilities suf- and effective nursing care. Perform vital signs, CPR, physical assessment, use equipment, hanging IVs and tube feedings, drawing up and giving injections. Writing or typing to document nursing interventions and patient care. - Tactile dexterity sufficient for physical 82 - departmental courses GPA of 2.50 (after 30-32 earned credits) to enroll in sopho- ficient to provide safe Tactile Anthropology A more year nursing courses. student who does not meet quirements standing is departmental for required to satisfy the identified academic re- good the identified defi- ciencies by repeating the course before further assessment. Perform palpation, functions of physi- progress in the nursing program can be attempted. cal examination and / or those related to therapeu- tic intervention, e.g. insertions of a catheter, giving A student may fail only one 82. departmental clinical course. A second failure in any clinical course will result in dismissal injections. Visual - Visual ability sufficient for observation and assessment necessary and - Auditory from the program. In addi- repeat non-clinical nursing Reading courses only once. University policy as to repetition of non-nursing courses applies to the department ment of patient skin color, pupils, wound healing. Drawing up and administering medications. Hearing may thermometers. Assess- in nursing care. charts, flowsheets, monitors, tion, a student ability sufficient to monitor assess health needs. Auscultation of blood pres- of nursing. The department reserves the right and the re- sponsibility to develop procedural guidelines for the implementation of this academic good standing sure, breath sounds, heart sounds, bowel sounds. policy. Hearing alarms, help by clients Recommendations concerning academic proand retention are made to the Department of Nursing chairperson by the Student Admission, Progression and Retention Committee. Based on these recommendations, students who do not and staff. call bells, cries for Converse with clients, families and co- workers. Understanding mechanically reproduced voices such as on audiotape. Personal Behaviors - Maintains personal behav- American Nurses' AssociaCode for Nurses. Demonstrates personal re- gression academic good standing iors consistent with the attain tion, period on probation and honesty. and their rights. sponsibility, accountability, integrity Demonstrates respect for clients Avoids behavior inconsistent with professional standards such as chemical dependency and abuse, en- will after one academic be required to take a de- partmental leave of absence. Departmental Academic Probation A student who does not meet the identified re- gaging in or supporting criminal behavior quirements for departmental good standing Academic Good Standing Policy evaluated by the Committee on Student Admission, Progression and Retention and will be immediately Students in the baccalaureate nursing program must abide by both the university's academic good will be placed on departmental academic probation. The student will be notified of this decision by The standing and retention policies and the academic the chairperson of the Department of Nursing. good standing policy of the Department of Nursing. To progress and be retained in the nursing pro- student gram, the student must: fore progression in the baccalaureate nursing pro- will be required to eliminate the identified deficiencies through a repetition of the course be- Page 148 Undergraduate Catalog gram. A years. student may A clinical course. course fail only one 82. departmental second failure in clinical Departmental Retention Because of the nature of nursing, the nursing from the program. In will result in dismissal addition, a student any may repeat non-clinical nursing faculty reserves the right to counsel, suspend or dis- courses only once. University policy as to repetition miss those students who, in their judgement, do not of non-nursing courses applies to the department satisfy of nursing.program. personal suitability for nursing and national licen- the requirements of scholarship, health and sure. Departmental Academic Leave of Absence A student who does not maintain departmental good standing requirements probation or a tion is total after automatically required to take a leave of ab- The department chair- absence is a departmental academic leave of ineligible to attend the Department of Nursing. tal academic any course offered by When on leave, a position will departmen- be guaranteed for Board of Nursing and contractual agree- State ments with agencies that provide the sites, to person notifies students of such actions. A student on Based on the requirements of the Pennsylvania one semester on of three semesters on proba- sence from the department. Health Policy clinical practice Department of Nursing requires students have a yearly physical examination, specific diag- nostic tests and immunizations. Dental and eye ex- aminations also are required upon admission. The university Student Health Center is responsible for student medical records. These records serve as which the student for no verification of satisfactory health at the for progression in the baccalaureate nursing pro- more than one calendar year. If end of one calendar year the student is not ready to return from departmental academic leave of absence, that student will be considered to be is required gram. Substance Abuse Policy withdrawn from the program. A student seeking reinstatement from a depart- mental academic leave of absence must do so in accordance with the departmental transfer policy. The Department of Nursing expects that dents within the department will fully all stu- comply with the university's policies relating to alcoholic bever- age and drugs, published in the student handbook, Statute of Time Limitation Once a student has departmental course, tal begun the all The Pilot. Students found to be in violation of these first required 82. required 82. departmen- courses must be completed within five calendar policies can be expected to face sanctions delin- eated in departmental policies, available from the department office. Bloomsburg University IDS of Page 149 Pennsylvania (09) Interdisciplinary Studies Humanities 25.321 Argumentation 28.111 Introduction to Philosophy Administered by: Department of Philosophy 28.212 Logic College: Arts and Sciences Art history elective Campus address: 21 9 Bakeless Center for the Humanities Music history/literature/theory Telephone number: ( 570) 389-441 History Fax number: (570) 389-3026 Adviser: Scott - elective choose two courses Languages and Cultures option: Lowe Choose from: Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts Intermediate foreign language course About the Program Foreign literature course Interdisciplinary studies in the humanities, the natural sciences and mathematics and (in original or translation) Foreign culture and social sci- civilization course ences offer opportunities for students to follow a less conventional curriculum according to their preferences. A student fulfills 54 semester hours of general education requirements and then chooses to complete the prescribed core courses Natural Sciences and Mathematics Administered by: Department of Physics in the hu- College: Arts and Sciences manities, the social sciences or the natural sciences and mathematics. He or she completes a total Campus address: Hartline Science Center of 48 semester hours in the area of his or her core cur- Telephone number: (570) 38941 53 riculum, with free electives sufficient to meet the Fax number: (570) 389-3028 Adviser: Nathaniel Greene 128-semester hour requirement for graduation. Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science Students interested in the Broad Area Program should contact the program's adviser, Scott Lowe, in the About the Program Department of Philosophy. The Natural Required Courses Sciences and Mathematics pro- gram, leading to a bachelor of science degree, en- cation requirements, the student completes a core compasses an interdisciplinary mix of courses in biology, chemistry, physics, geology, mathematics and of 33 semester hours, plus 15 hours of humanities computer science. In addition to 54 semester hours of general edu- electives to study. complete a The balance total of 48 semester hours of of the university's 128-semester hour requirement for a bachelor's degree comes from elective courses. 20.302 Advanced Composition 20.363 Shakespeare 26.102 Introduction to Theater Arts recommended Initial enrollment for students in this who would major is like to graduate with a degree in one of the sciences, but have not yet decided which major to pursue. The science and math core courses enable the student to easily change major to Biology, ChemisPhysics, Health Physics, Geology, Earth Science, Mathematics or Computer and Information Scitry, 1 1 Page 150 Undergraduate Catalog Minor in Chemistry (11-13 semester hours) Minor in Biology (14 semester hours) Minor in Geology (12 semester hours) Completion of the Natural Sciences and Mathematics program broad academic is best suited to students with interests who plan to seek an inter- disciplinary scientific career. To earn a degree in Natural Sciences and Mathematics, students must complete 54 semester hours Social Sciences Administered by: Department of Anthropology of general education requirements (15 of which are College: Arts and Sciences met by the major), 41-42 semester hours of core needed to Campus address: 1 06 Waller Administration Telephone number:(570) 389-4859 courses, 21-31 additional semester hours Adviser: David Minderhout complete the equivalent of two approved academic minors mathematics and free meet the 128-semester hour Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts in the sciences or electives sufficient to About the Program requirement for graduation. Interdisciplinary studies in the humanities, the Required Courses natural sciences General education requirements of the univerapply to this major, with the exception that sity 12 semester hours of the Group C all distribution re- quirement may be drawn from the core courses of The following specific core courses are re- social sci- conventional curriculum according to their preferences. A student fulfills 54 semester hours of general education requirements and then chooses complete the prescribed core courses in the hu- manities, the social sciences or the natural sciences and mathematics. The student completes a quired. 53.125 Analysis Computer Science or 56.1 16 Algorithmic Processes I or 54.1 Introductory Physics 54.212 General Physics of curriculum, with free electives sufficient to meet 53. 126 Analysis II General Physics total 48 semester hours in the area of his or her core I 56.121 Introduction to 54.21 less to the major. and mathematics and ences offer opportunities for students to follow a II 1 I or 54.112 Introductory Physics the 128 semester hour requirement for graduation. Students interested in the Broad Area Program should contact Minderhout, the program's in the College adviser, David of Arts and Sciences. Required Courses II 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry or 52.216 Chemical Principles and Measurements 50.1 10 Biology of Animals 50.120 Biology of Plants 51.101 Physical Geology 51.111 Physical Geology Laboratory 51.102 Historical Geology 51.112 Historical Geology Laboratory Students are also required to complete additional semester hours so as to satisfy the equivalent In addition to 54 semester hours of general education requirements, the student completes a core of 24 semester hours, plus two minors in the social sciences to complete a total of 60 semester hours of study. The balance of the university's 128-semester hour requirement for a bachelor's degree comes from elective courses. 46.200 Principles of Cultural Anthropology 40.211 Economics I 40.212 Economics II 48.101 General Psychology 45.211 Principles of Sociology 40.101 World Physical Geography or 41.102 World Cultural Geography of two academic minors, chosen from the follow- 44.101 Elements of Political Science or ing: Minor Computer Science (15-1 7 semester hours) Minor 44.120 in Mathematics, Statistics or in Physics or Electronics (10 semester hours) A three-credit statistics course In addition, each social science major must complete two minors (18 credits each) in the social sciences: anthropology, economics, Bloomsburg University Page 151 Pennsylvania of geography (i.e., 20.481 Special Topics in English environmental 98.499 Special Topics in Law planning), political science, Choose one course from the following seven psychology and sociology. courses related to the social sciences: Minor in Legal Studies 44.244 Introduction to Criminal Justice Administered by: Department of Finance and Business Law 44.446 Constitutional Law I College of Business 44.447 Constitutional Law II 224 SutJiff Hall 44.448 Telephone: (570) 389-4760 48.254 Psychological Aspects of Social Issues rockwood@planetx.bloomu.edu Advisory board: Daniel Robinson, English; Scott Lowe, Philosphy; Richard Micheri, Political Science; Karen Elwell, Finance and Business Law; Sandra Kehoe-Forutan, Geography and Geosciences legal studies promotes the on law and the the diverse perspectives our complex and rapidly changing studies enable graduates to and interdis- It make use of legal system society. become more Legal effective and applicaand around the participate in the shaping tion of law in the United States world. dence: 25.321 Argumentation 28.305 Philosophy of Law the program dents in any major to understand and citizens Choose one course from the following four courses related to rhetoric, theory and jurispru- 28.292 Contemporary Moral Problems ciplinary study of law, enabling undergraduate stu- in enhances the ability of graduates to inte- and other methodologies in gathering and evaluating data, making effective arguments, grate legal reaching consensus and solving the problems of the future. 28.307 Contemporary Political Philosophy Choose one course from the following eight courses related to legal environment, regulation and doctrine: 27.310 Media upon the Bloomsburg whose recognizes and capitalizes contributions of faculty at teaching and scholarship addresses topics in law and the humanities and social sciences and the im- pact of law on business, education and society. Faculty in English, philosophy, political science, geography and earth science and finance and ness law serve busi- on the interdisciplinary advisory board. Law Management Management and Commercial Law 41.301 Water Resources 41.302 Land Business 98.332 Business 98.407 International Legal Environment 98.450 Legal Environment 98.460 Employment and Discrimination Law 48.499 Special Topics in Electives - Two tions, totaling six The minor Law and Organization 45.342 Penology Program coordinator, e-mail: Bruce Rockwood, The minor in Process 44.487 International Fax:(570)389-2071 About The Judicial Any two Law courses from the following op- semester hours: additional courses from two of the four categories above; An independent study course, honors seminar or international exchange program with the approval of the program coordinator; Two courses in the first year of law school at Widener School of Law, Harrisburg, in the "3+3" B.A./J.D. if a participant program. See coordinator for details. Required courses The minor in Legal ter hours, 15 of which Studies consists of 21 semes- must be taken University. Required, but other courses, at Bloomsburg not a prerequisite for Women's Studies Administered by: College of Arts and Sciences Campus address: 1 1 7 Bakeless Center for the Humanties is: Telephone number: (570) 389-2728 Law and the Legal Environment Choose one course from the following four 98.331 Fax number: (570) 389-2094 Program Coordinator: Janice Broder courses related to the humanities: 20.152 Literature and Society (when focussed on law and legal issues) 98.349 Law and Literature About the Program The Women's Studies minor is an interdiscipli- nary minor consisting of 18 semester hours, includ- Page 152 Undergraduate Catalog Human Sexuality Women Writers ing an introductory course (20.288 Feminist Read- 09.230 ing of Culture), a 400-level capstone seminar and 20.287 Black four other courses as follows: one course fulfilling a 20.288 Feminist Reading of Culture diversity one requirement, one course at the 200 at the level. 300 level and one at either the level, 300 or 400 Courses vary by semester and may be offered in the Departments of Anthropology; Biological and Allied Health Sciences; Communication Studies and Theatre Arts; English; Health and Physical 20.388 Gender, Race and Class 25.494 Gender Issues in Communication 25.492 Feminist Discourse 28.308 Feminist Philosophy 42.329 42.469 Education; History; Philosophy; Political Science; Psychology; Sociology, Social Welfare and Criminal Justice and those identified as interdisciplinary stud- The American Woman Women and Gender in European Intellectual History I 44.377 Feminist Political Theory 44.470 Women and Gender in European Intellectual History II ies. Courses that count toward the Women's Studies Minor include: 45.231 Marriage and Family 45.320 Sociology of Women 48.350 Psychology of Sex and Gender Bloomsburg University HON of Pennsylvania Page 153 (08) Honors Program Administered by: Honors Advisory Committee Academic Affairs forums for symposia, experien- to provide tial learning and independent study Campus address: 7 Bakeless Center for the Humanities Telephone number: (570) 389-4713 Fax number: (570) 389-4766 to create a meaningful learning commu- nity Program director: Dale Springer Advisory Committee to develop students' leadership potential Janet Bodenman, Robert Campbell, Nancy Coulmas, Helmut Doll, James Dutt, Ervene Gu I ley, Julia Kipe-Nolt andrea to enable students to engage in a rigorous, Pearson, Viola Supon, Philip Tucker, Faith Warner and two coherent, integrated academic experi- student representatives ence with a high degree of student-faculty About interaction Program the The Bloomsburg The Honors Program encourages University offers opportunities for Honors Program an enriched college expe- rience to students seeking academic challenge. The Honors Program's goals are: to challenge students to perform at the highest level of excellence to professional study. learning The Honors Program ors students to professional environment that ments of students and self fosters their dignity, esteem and sense of initiative honors classes are smaller, offering stu- encourage Honors trips, New freshmen applying for admission in the top 20 percent of their high school to the program creativity, intellectual inde- Bloomsburg is Bloomsburg University. cation skills through a strong emphasis on reading, writing and research to the pro- gram must have a minimum of 1 100 SAT and rank pendence, analytical thinking and prob- lem solving and the growth of communi- classes are often en- guest speakers, films and special projects. Admittance to and graduate pro- dents opportunities to discuss in greater depth the riched through field encourages the aspirations and achieve- proud grams. subject being taught. to create a supportive is of the high rate of acceptance of Bloomsburg hon- Typically, encourage independent thinking and students to explore opportunities for post-graduate work and class. for students already at based on academic performance at The Honors Program awards merit scholarships on a competitive basis to entering freshmen. Some upper-level competitive merit scholarships are also available each year. Many honors students also to provide opportunities for students to qualify for other merit scholarships, such as the develop a broader perspective on national Mitrani and Presidential awards. and global issues Honors students at Bloomsburg take 25 hours of honors courses that include honors general educa- Page 154 Undergraduate Catalog honors upper division seminars and 08.101 Honors Humanities I two semesters of honors independent study culmi- 08.201 Honors Humanities II tion courses, Choose one of the following two courses, with a laboratory component that may be exempted by nating in an honors thesis. Required Courses The student can the director: up 34 hours of honors 08.110 Honors Math/Science I work but only 25 are required and courses (except the senior honors independent study) can be taken 08.210 Honors Math/Science II at take to any time during the student's enrollment at Bloomsburg. Choose one of the following two courses To graduate with honors, the student must take one honors humanities, one honors math/ science class with a laboratory component, one honors social science class and one 300-level honors seminar plus 08.300 Introduction to Honors 08.130 Honors Social Science I 08.230 Honors Social Science II 08.300 Introduction to Honors Research Choose one of the following four courses 08.301 Honors Seminar dent 08.302 Honors Seminar on Diversity study. Freshmen entering the program will automatibe placed in 20.104 Honors Composition for Analytical Reasoning semester of their freshman year. - The student 08.304 Honors Seminar, Interdisciplinary will be re- quired to take 25 hours of honors credit distributed the following classes.with additional re- quirements as indicated: ing two courses to fulfill Choose one of the follow- general education require- ments for humanities courses: on Values 08.303 Honors Seminar, Quantitative and cally Honors curriculum to ful- general education requirements in these areas: fill Research, plus two semesters of honors indepen- among sci- ence courses: at least fall to ful- general education requirements for social fill Studies Course numbers for the following two courses depend on the program in which the student is completing a degree. Business, Humanities and Social Sciences independent studies are scheduled under Code 09, while Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics and Professional Studies use their own course numbers. Consult an adviser. Bloomsburg University DVS of Page 155 Pennsylvania (01) Developmental Instruction gram. Criteria include grades, attitude and atten- Administered by: Academic Support Services dance. Admission to the university in the Academic Affairs anteed only after Campus address: 1 4 Waller Administration Building On (570) 389-4492 must be taken Department chair: John Wardigo its the The department gets mid-term grade provides academic support services for dents admitted to the university. vices are designed to potential assist in addition to the required 128 cred- for graduation. Program The Department of Developmental Instruction, including Act 101/EOP and University Tutorial Services, average, students in the in four Fax number: (570) 389-3893 About all stu- The supportive ser- students to achieve their and compete on an equal guar- program graduate and one half years because developmental courses do not count for graduation credit and Telephone number: (570) 3894492 TDD: fall is satisfying these conditions. basis with all reports for each student who has not completed 64 hours of study and those students who have completed 64 hours but have not earned a grade point average of 2.3 on a 4.0 scale. The department has a direct responsibility for all students admitted to the university through Act other students. Specifically, the department offers 101/EOP. developmental courses designed to help any About 500 students are presently enrolled at Bloomsburg through Act 101/EOP. Of this num- dent admitted to the university reading, writing to develop stu- skills in and mathematics. ber, Developmental courses do not carry graduation women and 20 percent are nontraditional age stu- academic ad- dents. All these students have two things in com- personal and financial aid counseling and mon: they do not match the usual Admission Office profile (perhaps because of SAT scores) and they credit. In addition, students receive vising, 48 percent represent minorities, 65 percent are participate in activities to acquaint them with the campus environment. To be considered for admission to the university through Act 101/EOP, students must demonstrate meet the requirements of either the state or the university's program for disadvantaged students. the potential for success at this level. Students re- Bloomsburg, one should be ceiving the highest priority for admission should ries have a 700 or better SAT score, have a 94 percent or better attendance rate in high school, be ranked in the upper half of their high school class and have a recommendation from a counselor or teacher. Students admitted to the university through Act 101/EOP must participate successfully and complete a six-week pre-college sum- mer program. tial in diagnostic testing Faculty assess each students poten- for success every week during the summer pro- For eligibility as a disadvantaged of financial, cultural, student social, physical tional. Act 101 participants at classified in the catego- or educa- must be academically and economically disadvantaged. Financial aid visement is is done available to eligible students. by the program efforts of the financial aid ment Ad- that supplements and academic advise- offices. University Tutorial Services offers services cre- ated to support and enhance the academic perfor- mance of any undergraduate student at the univer- Page 156 Undergraduate Catalog upon request in Peer tutoring is available ety of courses and is provided by university students sity. who have distinguished themselves by exemplary academic performance overall a vari- as well as proven superior achievement in each course offered. Tutors must also qualify for federal or state work-study employment unless they wish to volunteer as a ser- vice to the university. In addition, all tutors must participate in a personal interview, an orientation and any session tutor training activities provided each semester. Any mathematics university student desiring tutorial service in order to request this free service. Applications and further 309 Bakeless Center for lab, located in the Humanities, also offers workshops on topics such as Building Self-Confidence in Mathematics and math tutorial assistance for classes offered at the university, especially College Algebra and Math Thinking. Students may use a variety of instructional materials including individualized learning programs, supplementary texts, audio tapes, micro- computers and computer software tional need only complete a brief application The successful completion of college-level courses. (for computa- geometry and algebra). Based upon skills, incoming academic credentials, students may be required to take diagnostic examinations for possible placement in developmental courses. information are available at the University Tutorial open during both the day and evening hours and is located in 132U Luzerne Residence Hall. University Tutorial Services welcomes referrals by faculty, administration and fellow students of both tutors and tutees. The goals of developmental instruction are to which Office, assist in and is the successful performance of their all students smooth integration into the higher edu- cation process. Instruction is The philosophy of Developmental based on the principles of prevention of problems and dedication to meeting individual needs. The department offers a full range of aca- demic, advisory and counseling services to students. Services also are who wish to take open to non-program students advantage of developmental read- writing or mathematics courses/labs con- ing, ducted by faculty members and student department has also established tutors. The an experimental Room located in Reading 01.011 (Summer) I ability to he/she can compete next at the 310 of level. semester hours toward full-load counted in GPA. Does not apply toward gradua- tion. 01.025 Reading II (3) Course presents major - components of the reading process and emphasizes basic reading skills. Three semester hours towards full-load status; grade counted apply toward graduation. lege Reading and Study A in GPA. Does not prerequisite for Col- Skills for students scoring below the established cutoffs on the Nelson Denny Reading Test. 01.041 Writing I (Summer) (3) -Fundamentals provided for selected courses based on dent enrollment stu- program. Workshops on and mini-courses on speed in the test-taking strategies A developmental writing course as a primer reading response journals to improve basic counted in the GPA. Does not apply toward gradu- is available to to entering the 01.060 Writing whose SAT-V scores II fall (3) - who do not may establish an program through the Act 101 /EOP Writing Center in Bakeless Center for the Room The purpose to of developmental mathematics skills is necessary for the set by the and whose writing samples confirm need. skills in context of var- ied writing assignments that address given rhetorical situations. Assignments call for specific and responsible generalization from 309. improve mathematical Required of students below a standard Students refine basic writing Humanities, skills in ous and varied short writing assignments. Grade need a semester of instruction such context and reduce anxiety about writing. Numer- university full activities and editing of papers and required English courses. Students individualized instruction test ation. reading are scheduled periodically. any university student who extremely low on SAT-V and whose writing samples as conferencing, revising most courses on campus. Group instruction Two grade status; confirm need. Emphasis on language is Instruction contacts provide individualized prescriptions. Bakeless Center, offers individualized instruction in also to a level where given in a laboratory and lecture format. Weekly understanding textbooks and learning strategies for Designed - (3) improve a student's reading of standard written English for students course in English as a second language. The Reading Lab, Courses Offered Classwork may evidence that evidence. include conferencing, collaborative work, student presentations, reading and discus- Bloomsburg University of sion as well as writing. Grade counted Page 157 Pennsylvania in GPA. Does - Geared for not apply toward graduation. 01.071 Pre Algebra (Summer) (3) students with inadequate arithmetic skill skills. Study hours toward full-load status; grade counted GPA. Does not apply toward graduation. ter techniques and problem-solving strategies ex- computer literacy and uses computer-assisted instruction. Three semester hours toward full-load status; grade counted in plored. Emphasizes basic Introductory Algebra (3) 01.080 mended for students with minimal - Recom- algebraic skills as evidenced by student preparation and results obtained in diagnostic tests. A program designed for each student may include operations of rational numbers, ratio, proportion, percent, geometric concepts, basic algebraic concepts and cepts may include beginning Three semester hours toward counted in skills. Con- linear equations. full-load status; grade GPA. Does not apply toward gradua- Designed for entering international students who score at least at the 01.090 Intermediate Algebra (3) - Emphasizes ACTFL level 1+ on a departmen- tally-administered oral placement English classes. TOEFL skills who test, but who wish to improve prepatory to enrollment in other culturation in the ers, scores or Provides 90 hours of conversation and ac- company of native English speak- together with some practice in writing and grammar. Credit does not apply toward graduation. 1 . 1 00 College Study Skills ( 1 ) - Designed to pro- and apply the methods and models of learning strategies. Principle focus on content vide, formulate area reading and study discussion focus tion. in 01.099 Intensive English Seminar (Summer) (6) - have low GPA. Does not apply toward graduation. skills. Outside readings and on the nature of learning and the individual's responsibility to learning. Product and is process discussed and compared to various ap- be obtained in College Algebra. Topics include proaches to learning. Applies toward graduation. intermediate algebraic to and makes the student more comfortable with the nature and characteristics of science. Three semes- linear equations skills necessary if success and functions, exponents and polynomials, factoring, rational expressions and quadratic equations. Provides concepts and necessary for college-level math courses skills that build on a limited algebraic background. Three semester hours toward full-load status; grade counted in GPA. Does not apply toward graduation. 01.095 Introductory Science (Summer) (3) - Usually restricted to the summer freshmen pro- gram or offered upon special request. 01.120 College Reading and Study Skills (3) Develops the complex reading and study skills essential for college learning. Focuses on content area reading and study strategies, reading flexibility and critical reading skills. Outside readings focus on the nature of learning and the individual's responsibil- may be required Acquaints the student with scientific terminology ity to and methodology; reading lab for computerized vocabulary lessons study skills unique familiarizes the student with the to the mastery of science; pre- pares the student for subsequent courses in science; learning. Students and speed reading ation. exercises. Applies to use the toward gradu- Undergraduate Catalog Page 158 MIL (67) ROTC Air Force and leadership Administered by: United States Air Force skills. Course for the GMC curricu- lum are normally offered on the Bloomsburg campus each Tuesday. Those who have questions may AFROTCDet 752 Address: Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre PA 18766-0001 call (570) 389-2196. Professional Officer Course (2 Telephone number: 1 -800-945-5378, ext. 4860 grams) Fax number: (717) 831-7886 - The final and 4-Year Pro- two years of the four-year pro- Col. Scott R. gram comprise the Professional Officer Course (POC) It consists of four three-credit aerospace Papp, chairperson; Maj. Gregory Myers, Maj. David Palmer, studies courses, plus a non-credit leadership labo- Department chair: Lt. Col. Scott R. Papp Co-adjutant instructors in Aerospace Studies: Lt. . month, About the Program cadets earn a $150-per- during the tax-free subsistence allowance academic year and incur a military obligation. To The Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) program at Bloomsburg University is offered POC ratory each semester. Capt. Marin Bangest through a crosstown agreement with be accepted into the POC, students must pass a and an physical examination test, as officer qualification meeting certain academic standards. well as AFROTC Det. 752, Wilkes University. It permits stu- Four-year cadets must also complete a four-week dents to earn commissions as officers in the United field training States Air Force while pursuing a university degree. complete a five-week Students may enroll in either the four-year or two- year program. Students with three years remaining until graduation freshman may re-enroll concurrently in the and sophomore Aerospace Studies entry. In addition, all first - two years of the four-year program consti- tute the General Military Course (GMC) GMC POC program, both summer before commissioned. Uniforms - All uniforms, equipment and AFROTC U.S. Air Force. All cadets are required to pay a nominal deposit that cadet returns all will be refunded when the uniform items in satisfactory con- dition at the completion of or withdrawal dents enrolling in these courses do not incur any AFROTC military service obligation, with the exception of Air who incur a commit- ment at the beginning of their sophomore year. The GMC curriculum consists of four one-semester text- are supplied by the courses are open to any university student. Stu- Force scholarship recipients POC cadets must complete a course in mathematical reasoning prior to being books required for General Military Course (4-Year Program Only) The field training of which are administered the courses and can complete the four-year program in three years. program; two year applicants must program. Scholarships to 5-year full - The U.S. Air Force offers AFROTC. many 2 and partial tuition scholarships for which qualified students may compete in from the if they enroll All scholarship awards are based on hour aerospace studies courses, plus a non-credit individual merit, regardless of financial need, with leadership laboratory each semester that intro- most scholarship recipients determined by central duces students to U.S. Air Force history and envi- selection boards. Scholarship selection boards for ronment, customs, courtesies, drill and ceremonies students already in college are held in January and Bloomsburg University of Page 159 Pennsylvania July each year. Since scholarship applicants must ing the environment of the Air Force officer and and medi- learning about the opportunity available to com- meet cal certain academic, physical fitness requirements to be considered by the scholar- missioned ment early, months before High school students preferably two to three boards convene, to apply. wishing to compete for AFROTC college scholar- must complete and submit an application by ships December 1 of their senior year. Commissioning - Students who complete the POC commissioned as Force and cialty will serve on satisfactorily in the U.S. Air active duty in a career spe- USAF they have chosen, consistent with needs. Qualified students may compete for duty as space opera- pilots, navigators, missile operations, tions, nurses, engineers, meteorologists, of other career number call the Aerospace Studies De- partment at Wilkes University at 1-800-945-5378, 4860/4861 or on the web -afrotc. at ext. http://wilkes.edu/ For specific questions or registration, con- tact Maj. cadet to Air Force - Facilitates the transition for Air David Palmer at (570) 389-2196 (e-mail lems and continuing application of communication skills. it 61.151 is complements mandatory for AFROTC cadets and this Courses Offered (GMC) course by providing cadets with their first opportunity for applied leadership expe- riences in class. AFROTC Field Training 61.230 AFROTC Field Training (1-4) (4 to high physical - The general freshmen and sophomores and are designed for to pro- this structured environment, cadets are screened for measured against officer potential as field training standards. Motivation and professional develop- ment is achieved through 61.330 military program - which demands conformity and moral standards. Within various programs such as marksmanship and 61.110 , 61.120 , survival train- 61.210 and interview by professor of aerospace constitute a two-year Weeks) Provides leadership and officership training in a ing. Prerequisites: General Military Courses Force candidate. Topics Air Force and introduction to ethics and values, flight orientation, palmer@wilkes.edu courses ROTC include Air Force Heritage, Air Force leaders, quality military environment, fields. For information, (1) ROTC computer or any of a analysts, lawyers, security police Power introduction to leadership, group leadership prob- curriculum requirements are second lieutenants officers. 61.210 / 61.220 Evolution of USAF Air and Sea ship boards, contact the aerospace studies depart- AFROTC Field Training (1-4) , 61.220 studies. (5 Weeks) - Provides leadership and officership training in a military environment, which demands conformity high physical and moral standards. Within vide general knowledge of the role organization, to missions and historical development of U.S. Air structured environment, cadets are screened for Power. Students enrolled in the GMC, who on Air Force no scholarships, incur are not military obliga- tions. 61.110 / 61.120 Foundations of the Air Force 1/ II (1) - Survey course designed to introduce stu- dents to the United States Air Force and Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps. Featured topics include: mission measured against field training and professional development is achieved through various programs such as flight orientation, marksmanship and survival trainstandards. Motivation ing. Prerequisite: interview by professor of aero- space studies. Professional Officers Courses Officer Courses (POC) - The Professional constitute a four-semester military customs program, normally taken during a student's junior courtesies, Air Force officer opportunities, and senior years, leading to commissioning as an Air Force officer. The POC concentrates on concepts officership and and organization of the Air Force, officer potential as this and professionalism, group leadership problems and an introduction communication skills. 61.151 is to mandatory for AFROTC cadets and it complements this course by providing cadets with followership experiences. 61.151 Leadership Laboratory (0) -The first two and practices of management and leadership, national defense policy and communication skills. 61.151 Leadership Laboratory (0) -The last two years of Leadership Laboratory consists of activities advanced leadership experiences. years of the Leadership Laboratory include a study classified as of Air Force customs and courtesies, volves planning drill and cer- emonies, issuing military commands, instructing, directing and evaluating the preceding skills, study- In- and controlling military activities of the cadet corps; preparation and presentation of briefings and other oral and written communica- Page 160 tions; Undergraduate Catalog and providing of information that will interviews, guidance and POC or permission increase the understanding, motivation and performance of other cadets. of the instructor. 61.410 / 421 National Security Affairs I/II Examines the national 61.310 / 320 Air Force Leadership Studies (3) - studies, (3) - security process, regional advanced leadership ethics and Air Force Study of leadership and quality management fun- doctrine. Several topics focus damentals, professional knowledge, Air Force doc- profession, officership, militaryjustice, civilian con- trine, leadership ethics and communication required of an Air Force junior officer. examine Air Force leadership management tions as a skills Case studies situa- means of demonstrating and exercising practical application of the concepts being studied. 61.151 is mandatory for complements this AFROTC course by providing advanced leadership experiences in offer-type requisite: cadets and AFROTC activities. Pre- approved membership in the trol on the military as a of the military, preparation for active duty and current issues affecting military professionalism. Within this structure, to refining for all continued emphasis communication AFROTC skills. 61.151 is is given required cadets and complements this course by providing advanced leadership experiences. Prerequisite: ship in the AFROTC-approved member- POC or permission of the instructor. Bloomsburg University MIL of Page 161 Pennsylvania (67) Army ROTC Administered by: Department of the Army student to Campus address: Army ROTC E. Second to to the U.S. Army develop an understand- ing of the role of the commissioned officer within Bloomsburg University 400 make any commitment and allows the student the Army. Coursework provides training in leader- Street Bloomsburg, PA 1 781 5-1 301 ship and management Fax number: (570) 389-2523 tively, which help the indi- communicate effecthink analytically and make independent and responsible decisions. Department chair: Maj. Robert Boehnleln Instructors: Co-adjunct instructor :Capt. Robert skills vidual develop the ability to Telephone number: (570) 389-21 23 Haldeman Two, three and four year academic scholarships full tuition and fees, and $150 a month during the are available. Benefits include About Program the a flat fee for books Bloomsburg University students can a commission in the U.S. qualify for Army, Army Reserve or National Guard through the on-campus Reserve Officers' Training (ROTC) program while simulta- neously pursuing a degree. Students take the two years of the tion. first ROTC incurring no military obliga- Opportunities also exist for attending Air- borne, Air Assault and Northern Warfare Schools. Army ROTC open to both provides a four-year curriculum men and women demic major or area of study. All program year. Students enrolled in the advanced also receive the $150 a month regardless of whether or not they were awarded a scholarship. During the summer between the junior and senior year, advanced camp cadets attend a five-week paid internship at Fort Lewis, Washington. Veterans can receive constructive credit for the first two years of ROTC and are eligible to enter direcdy into the Advanced Course. There are a va- regardless of aca- riety of options available to qualify students for the equipment, cloth- Advanced Course who did not take ing and books are provided free of charge. program academic The divided into two parts, the Basic Course first ROTC two years. Students belonging to the their Army Re- and the Advanced Course. The Basic Course consists of four courses given during the freshman and Guard are also eligible for the Simultaneous Membership Program. Army ROTC also offers a ranger team for stu- sophomore dents is years. During this period, classes in- clude such subjects as military history and organization, traditions, leadership agement and adventure development, time man- training. The Advanced Course consists of four courses tion of the curriculum concentrates on application of leadership tactics, train- ing, ethics such as practical and continued leadership development. Students receive academic credit for courses. The basic who wish activities to gain more experience in such as orienteering and survival Students who successfully outdoor skills. ROTC complete the curriculum receive a commission as a Second Lieu- given during the junior and senior years. This por- skills serve or National all ROTC program does not require the tenant in the U.S. Army, Army Reserve or National Guard. Time served on active duty varies, depen- dent upon the type of program the student elects. Students can be guaranteed Reserve or National Guard duty if they desire. For more information about the gram, call ROTC (570) 389-2123 or (570) 389-2523. pro- Page 162 Undergraduate Catalog Advanced Course Courses Offered Basic Course - Freshman and Sophomore Years - Note: Leadership laboratories consist of adventure/survival training, land navigation, dismounted ducted drill first and aid exercises which cannot be con- 67.110 Introduction to Military Science (1) Introduces such skills as rappelling, marksmanship, military customs, pre- paring military correspondence and practical field training. One one-hour class per week, 12 hours training. and the principles introduced background ers. Skills ment, hour may include marksmanship, aid first (1) Pro- - in basic skills essential to lead- and communication tactical skills. move- One one- per week, 6 evening laboratories per class se- first-hand experience in leadership. Team - (1) ture Provides an overview of the and duties a specific survey of the junior officer's and responsibilities within that rank struc- ture. Practical training consists primarily of ad- vanced land navigation and skills as practical field training. well as rappelling One one-hour class 67.220 Applied Leadership and ) - ship Presents the fundamentals of small-unit leader- and mission planning techniques, to include 3-hour skills small-unit tactics. One 3-hour mer semester course Course for students who want vanced Program. The camp tion and students are paid basic pay for a is to enter the five weeks at the rate second lieutenant. Ad- in dura- of half the (6) - A six-week re- quired of each cadet prior to commissioning. Ad- vanced camp places cadets in leadership positions where they must put into practice the techniques learned on campus in both tactical and nontactical situations. 67.410 Advanced Leadership and of a military organization using One a military envi- in management skills in administra- ronment. Students perform roles conduct of meetings, briefings and 3-hour class per week, 12 hours labo- 67.420 Advanced Leadership and (3) Management Presents advanced leadership and manage- ment skills required of a manager in II offered in lieu of the Basic per week, 12 and evaluation phase how to evaluate different leadership styles and techniques. One one-hour class per week, 1 2 hours laboSophomore sum- class ROTC Advanced Camp practical application ratory time per semester - per week, 12 hours hours laboratory time per semester techniques. Students learn through case studies (4) problems of small-unit class how to apply planning and logistics. ROTC Basic Camp Course properly in conjunction with tion, training, 67.230 in 67.220. Theory and Dynamics of the Military the reverse planning process and problem-solving ratory time per semester Pro- Practical application of the skills learned management I (3) - Management II One in 67.310. Students learn per week, 12 hours laboratory time per semester (1 - (3) 67.330 Management I Army rank struc- - laboratory time per semester mester 67.210 Applied Leadership and (3) places students in role-model situations to provide 67.320 67.120 Introduction to Military Issues I vides a detailed study of the leadership techniques laboratory time per semester vides a - training during the leadership laboratories while 67.310 Advanced Military Science - Provides an overview of the organization of the program. Junior and Senior Years performing in leadership positions and conducting in the classroom. ROTC - Note: Students gain further practical leadership - studies Management Acquaints students through a series of case and role playing simulations with the high ethical standards required of a manager and leader. Students learn the basic procedures of military law and their application in a military environment. Students continue to perform roles in management of a military organization, using developed prior military science courses. skills One 3-hour class week, 12 hours laboratory time per semester in per Bloomsburg University of Page 163 Pennsylvania Course Descriptions ACC Accounting (91) Anthropology (46) 223 HIS 196 HON Honors Courses Art History (31) 179 IDS Interdisciplinary Studies (09) 166 ARS Art Studio (32) 180 ITL Italian (14) 170 ART Art (30) 179 LAT Latin (18) BIO BSL Biology (50) 199 MGT Management (93) 225 210 ANT ARH History (42) 188 166 (08) 171 228 MRS Marine Science CHM Chemistry (52) 204 MKT Marketing (97) CHI Chinese 171 Mass Communications (27) 176 173 MSC MAT Mathematics (53) 205 224 MDT Medical Technology (86) 222 212 MUS NUR Music (35) 182 Nursing (82) 219 214 OIS Office Information Systems (94) 226 185 PHY Physics (54) 208 214 PLS Political 171 PRS PSY Professional Studies (79) 219 Psychology (48) 198 Russian (13) 170 167 RUS SOC Sociology (45) 193 222 SPN Spanish (72) 169 186 SPE Special Education (70) 216 168 SPA Speech Pathology and Audiology (72) 206 HRL THE Studies in Hearing Loss (74) 218 Theatre Arts (26) 175 Business Law (98) (16) COM Communication Studies (25) CIS CPS ELE Computer & Information Systems Computer Science (56) Early Childhood and Elementary (92) . Education (62) ECN Economics (40) EDF Educational Studies (60) ENG HPE Exercise Science FIN Finance (96) FRE French (10) English (20) BUS General GEO Business (90) Geography GER German & Adult Fitness (41) (11) ESS Geology and Earth Science HLT Health Sciences (80) (05) .... 163 226 219 (55) 227 Science (44) 191 .. 217 Undergraduate Catalog Page 164 DVS Developmental Instruction (01) 01.080 Introductory Algebra Recommended - (3) for students with minimal algebraic skills as evidenced by student Administered by Department of Developmental Instruction. 01.099 Intensive English Seminar (Summer) entering international students ACTFL placement test, preparation and results obtained for program designed who score at least at the skills scores or company some native English speakers, together with and skills. ratio, linear QPA. Does not apply toward graduation. practice 01.095 Introductory Science (Summer) (3) - Acquaints the student with scientific terminology and methodology; familiarizes the student with the study skills - (3) Designed to improve a unique to the mastery of science; prepares the student for student's reading ability to a level where he/she can subsequent courses compete student more comfortable with the nature and at the next level. Instruction given in a laboratory and lecture format. Weekly contacts provide toward grade counted full-load status; in toward QPA. Does not apply toward graduation. 01.025 Reading (3) - II of Three semester hours towards grade counted Study Skills for (Summer) I (3) Fundamentals - written English for students SAT-V and whose writing Emphasis on language who (1) - Designed to provide, approaches to low on test extremely offered summer freshmen program 01.120 College Reading and Study Skills such as complex reading and study reading response journals to improve basic strategies, reading flexibility writing assignments. skills in Numerous II - (3) Grade counted may be whose writing samples confirm need. Students basic writing skills in refine context of varied writing assignments that address given rhetorical situations. Assignments call for specific sible generalization may from that evidence. Classwork presentations, reading and discussion as well as Grade counted in QPA. Does not apply toward (Summer) inadequate arithmetic (3) - Geared skills. Study for students with skill techniques and problem-solving strategies explored. Emphasizes basic computer literacy and uses computer-assisted instruction. status; Three semester hours toward grade counted graduation. in and critical reading skills. required to use the reading lab for computer- and speed reading exercises. Applies toward graduation. HPE (05) Health, Physical Education and Athletics Administered by Department of Health, Physical Education and Athletics. 05.112 Varsity Athletics member in full-load QPA. Does not apply toward in (1) swimmers Open II (1) - is - Course to is any student who of a to of a is a Bloomsburg University graded Open good standing athletic team. 05.149 Aquatics - Course 05.113 Varsity Athletics member (1) good standing athletic team. graduation. 01 .071 Pre Algebra college evidence and respon- include conferencing, collaborative work, student writing. Develops the Focuses on content area reading and study ized vocabulary lessons below a standard set by the university and fall - the individual's responsibility to learning. Students Required of students whose SAT-V scores (3) skills essential for Outside readings focus on the nature of learning and the QPA. Does not apply toward graduation. 01.060 Writing or upon special request. learning. in and learning. Applies toward graduation. Usually restricted to the conferencing, revising and editing of papers and and varied short on content area Outside readings and skills. process discussed and compared to various Test. context and reduce anxiety about writing. QPA. Does individual's responsibility to learning. Product of standard samples confirm need. activities in discussion focus on the nature of learning and the students scoring below the established on the Nelson Denny Reading cutoffs 01.041 Writing reading and study QPA. Does not apply toward in grade counted learning strategies. Principle focus full-load status; A prerequisite for College Reading and graduation. full-load status; formulate and apply the methods and models of the reading process and emphasizes basic reading skills. makes the not apply toward graduation. 01.100 College Study Skills Course presents major components science; and in characteristics of science. Three semester hours Two semester hours individualized prescriptions. A proportion, Concepts may include beginning status; grade counted in of and grammar. Credit does not apply toward (Summer) I diagnostic tests. equations. Three semester hours toward full-load graduation. 01.011 Reading in each student may include percent, geometric concepts, basic algebraic concepts preparatory to the in for operations of rational numbers, other classes. Provides 90 hours of in conversation and acculturation in writing Designed who have low TOEFL but improve English to enrollment - 1+ on a departmentally-administered oral level who wish (6) pass/fail. any student who is a Bloomsburg University graded pass/fail. Provides an opportunity for non- to make a proper physical and mental adjustment to water. Introduces basic skills as provided by the American Red Cross with specific emphasis on becoming safe in, on or about a body water. Contains same adapted for beginning skills. 05.150 Aquatics (1) - content as 05.149 but of Bloomsburg University 05.155 Swimnastics Page 165 Pennsylvania of Assists students to attain and (1) 05.232 Bowling maintain physical fitness through water activities. 05.200 in this Students begin with appropriate CPR and Safety (1) - Designed for completion of Red Cross CPR certification and to develop a safety awareness expertise may be for accident prevention. (1) - game Teaches the basic numbers will of dances. A wide variety of dances 05.234 Golf be taught incorporating these elements. 05.214 Fencing weapons and equipment involved, rules of the sport on skills cyclists - An introductory course for novice who have access to a variable speed (1) A - well Must Dance - (1) strategy in singles capability for medium teaches students expressive or creative movement. 05.225 Beginning Ballet a particular interest area. Develops the fundamentals of - beginning ballet dancing. Elements, language of ballet will skills and the be introduced. This history and popularity of this art form along with the personal and creative benefits from ballet are included. 05.226 Jogging/Walking (1) - Explores the relationship of physical activity (jogging/walking) to the of wellness and healthy sound exercise lifestyles. components Also provides principles for successful, personalized 05.228 Gymnastics (1) A co-ed works primarily on instruction on a introductory course that floor exercise and includes variety of apparatus including: the balance beam, pommel horse, parallel bars. 05.229 Water Polo (1) - Develops skills, understanding and appreciation of water polo as recreational aquatic sport. Provides activity and instruction in individual fundamentals and their incorporation into a team concept. Recommended swimming for students with basic and appreciation (1) - Develops knowledge, of weight training and condition- 05.231 Archery (1) Course develops knowledge and appreciation pursuit. moves (1) - 05.241 Develops an awareness how capabilities; to improve their physical and body mechanics. Judo Self-Defense (1) - Provides a and a competency of the sport and of physical self better understanding of judo and self-defense techniques. Should be used as an elective within the physical education service program requirements. 05.243 Backpacking and first Reviews backpacking equipment - (1) aid procedures; includes how to select trails, menus and cooking methods; teaches safety procedures; discusses how to adjust to the seasons and how to protect the environment. 05.244 Orienteering and skills (1 ) Practical application of the - needed knowledge to satisfactorily follow a designated compass and a map. 05.245 Canoeing Offers instruction in the basics of - (1) canoeing, including skills that can be used recreationally in one's lifetime. canoeing 05.247 Rock Climbing ences for the Lake and river be taught and experienced. will (1) - Provides rock climbing experi- beginning rock climbing enthusiast. Introduces basic knowledge, skills and practical application of climbing. Serves as a foundation for 05.248 Basic Sailing (1) terminology, - A beginning course that includes maneuvering under normal and severe weather conditions, seamanship, boating and safety. ing programs. - square and folk further experiences in this area of recreation. ability. 05.230 Weight Training and Fitness skill skill in course through the wilderness with use of a watch, a fitness programs. - introductory course that condition. Includes exercise Attempts to provide a method of (1) An Develops 05.240 Slim nasties and Fitness of dance. Acquaints in - and dance techniques. them toward technique mastery with emphasis on cardiovascular endurance (1) psychological values of square dancing. Students and understanding (1) • understanding and and doubles. - (1) students with the basic elements of dance and guides 05.224 Fitness Dance skills, acquire a repertoire of western square dance communication of thoughts, feelings and ideas through the as a recreational pursuit. dances. Covers the sociological, physiological and Develops the individual's - required. understanding as a vigorous, competitive sport. 05.239 Square Dancing Develops fundamentals of jazz dance. (1) of riflery Develops the - (1) may be skills, safety, teaches history, etiquette, strokes, serves and beginning course that teaches basic 05.222 Creative Dance Develops the 05.238 Racquetball-Handball stroke execution, strategy and court etiquette. 05.221 Jazz practice are stressed. Fee (1) • appreciation of volleyball as a recreational activity as provide bicycle and helmet. 05.219 Tennis introductory course that develops basic and appreciation (1) bicycle. Local touring is part of the course. An Rules, techniques, etiquette and an emphasis 05.236 Volleyball (encompassing practice bouts) and a tournament. 05.217 Bicycling - skill 05.235 Riflery and safety procedures. Emphasis on learning and practicing the (1) skills. Lecture aspect covers a study of the - (1) history of fencing, the Deals with the strokes, strategies and - (1) badminton from a beginner's viewpoint Also of valuable to the intermediate player. elements of folk dancing that can be combined to form limitless leam under the instructor's close supervision. Fee required. 05.233 Badminton 05.220 International Folk Dance ball selection, acceptable styles, practice proper etiquette and bowl Fee required. Students learn the mechanics of bowling - (1) beginner's course that meets off-campus. of, skill in of target archery as a recreational Swimming 05.250 Lifeguarding ability required. (2) - Provides an opportunity to attain an American Red Cross Lifeguarding taught as part of this course. Certificate. CPR is . Page 1 66 Undergraduate Catalog 05.251 Techniques of Coaching and Officiating Baseball 05.277 Advanced Sailing - (3) - (1) sailing experience. Includes baseball administration organization, fundamental tactics, sail tune, skills, drills and techniques 05.252 Techniques of Coaching and Officiating Basketball - (3) team program organization and strategy, relationship, profiles, program organization and administration Instruction in techniques of coaching course phases of officiating all the Track and Field (3) - field skills. starting, officiating, scoring and facility situations that (3) related to sport participation prepares the (3) - Presents techniques of coaching, swimming, diving; team • mechanical measurement. Reviews fitness course exercise. Successful completion of fulfills two credits of physical education Provides the opportunity for (1) - the student to develop shooting 05.272 Intermediate Bowling advanced skill of human performance and exercise. Focuses on sport and includes psychological assessment, and a brief introduction to the in sport psychology. Course has particular value to coaches, and exercise specialists and 05.308 Exercise and Mental Health base of knowledge Provides a strong (3) - of theory, research and practice in exercise and mental health. Also provides prospective and exercise professionals (exercise science) with essential information and suggestions value in (1) - leadership roles of practical exercise, wellness, health promotion, corporate fitness, cardiac rehabilitation and 05.309 Decisions for Healthy Behavior (3) variety of health topics including - Survey of a human sexuality, cancer, death and dying. 05.311 Methods, Materials skills. Attempts to develop and knowledge in mental health, substance abuse, fitness, nutrition, requirement. (3 contact hours). 05.271 Intermediate Archery to familiarize the student other areas. procedures and practical application through programmed prior Studies appropriate physiologi- cal functions, exercise physiology, and Aims - predominant research methods used fitness competition levels. (2) No activities. the concept. Reviews basic strategy and current trends at 05.270 Exercise and You setting; other sport-affiliated professions. in development of individual offensive and defensive into a (3) teachers, psychologists covers rule interpretations and duties of officials. Provides activity and instruction an aquatic in components intervention techniques 05.260 Techniques of Coaching and Officiating Swimming Develops fitness - (2) management leadership skills with psychological - as coach wrestling. fundamentals and their incorporation one credit of the physical education 05.306 Psychology of Sport use. may be encountered; individual to teach as well fulfills swimming experience necessary. Gives prospective coaches an insight into problems implications and environmental nutritional swimming and other water rules, 05.257 Techniques of Coaching and Officiating Wrestling all Provides learners with the covers physiological principles of exercise applied to Knowledge provided development of a track program. Discusses (1) - (3) 05.305 Aquatic Fitness Programming hockey. Analysis of technique and the development of personal - the requirement. and 05.256 Techniques of Coaching and Officiating Cross Country, 05.265 Basketball in health topics are explored. Successful completion of 05.254 Techniques of Coaching and Officiating Field Hockey and Topics announced mental health, personal fitness programs, management, stress and officiating. for and swimming tools for lifelong healthful living. Personal health Instruction in techniques of coaching, player-coach - - 05.298 Fitness and Wellness - (3) Sailing ability required. scheduling bulletin prior to each semester. officiating. 05.253 Techniques of Coaching and Officiating Football (3) severe weather conditions, docking 05.290 Special Topics (1-3) Instruction in techniques of coaching, player-coach relationship, maneuvering, race and anchoring. Prerequisites: of umpiring. who have Intended for students Classroom-laboratory provides an overview of of bowling. Fee Education (3) - Elementary School Physical in Provides principles and procedures to meet the needs and interests of elementary-age children in the area of physical education. required. 05.273 Intermediate Golf (1) - Provides instruction techniques and strategy involved individual skills of the student. in Fee in the improving the may be 05.320 Health and Safety in the Elementary School Covers health knowledge, training (3) appraisal techniques for teaching elementary school required. health; the elementary school health program; 05.274 Intermediate Tennis - and health and Focuses on improving tennis (1) - safety education in the elementary school. skills. 05.321 First Aid Safety (3) 05.275 Intermediate Volleyball (1) - Studies the development safety. and history of volleyball. Attempts to - Provides training in first aid improve cardiopulmonary resuscitation certifications fundamental skills, team play and strategy through earned. One credit may be participation. Recreational Skills area. 05.276 Intermediate Judo (1) - Provides an opportunity to develop higher levels of skill competencies in judo. and Red Cross standard, advanced and may be applied to the Fitness and Bloomsburg University 05.330 Introduction to Coaching An overview (3) and coaching applications theories sport psychology, sport pedagogy, management Page 167 Pennsylvania of resulting in aid first practice in, movement. and sport American Coaching (3) • used biomechanics liability and of individuals Involved In 05.334 Women in Sport (3) - and contemporary an awareness in between sport field women in sport. men and women contexts, including social, psychological biophysical. practices cultural norms in light of Approved as a (3) - 05.477 Methods and Materials public skills. and (3) - director. in Dance (3) - Exercise Science (6-15) in - Provides the skills and Required experience is designed to be the role of student to to HON (08) Honors Courses Administered by Honors Advisory Committee, Academic Introduces exercise aerobic-dance and step Affairs. 08.101 Honors Humanities I (3) - Allows freshmen and sophomore motivational programs to teach in corporate or similar or related topics fitness areas. and analysis. Topics vary from semester in Health Education (3) - level students to focus on a specific topic in the humanities for in-depth study development drugs, sexually transmitted diseases, pollution, and the expression alcohol and suicide. form. Interpretation/Exercise Testing (3) - of exercise testing in a research/clinical environment. interpretation for the in basic electrocardiogram normal and the diseased heart. survey of cardiorespiratory structure and function be provided. Prerequisite: 50.174 or equivalent or permission of the instructor. Fulfills humanities. Provides students with both theoretical and practical knowledge Students gain knowledge to semester. Requires extensive reading on a chosen topic, the Assesses major problems which concern communities today: ECG in abilities are applied. Site is dancing. Includes methods of designing physical and 05.430 Current Issues 05.450 in positions within 05.477. program that science majors to the teaching principles and current techniques involved in employee. Prerequisites: 50.173, 50.174, 05.476, work one-on-one with older adults Fitness - culminating experience of undergraduate course work An multicultural health (3) selected by the student with the approval of the major tests of sport promote health and well-being. Methods management and facilitates the transition from the trains students to 05.401 Adult Physical Education private agencies. Students are prepared to which technical of the instructor. 05.397 Adult Health Development Program of assess- student with a practical on-site work experience Prerequisite: 53.114 College Algebra or consent intergenerational in leadership and 05.498 Internship components. and body during exercise; the health and fitness industries. Prerequisite: 05.476. Includes descriptive statistics, knowledge tests, grading, physical performance tests and assume Acquaints future exercise science majors with testing Study of adult physiological necessary to conduct health and fitness programs Human Performance and exercise - Emphasizes the academic and technical knowledge evolving techniques of evaluating and measuring the progress of physical fitness (4) mance. Prerequisites: 50.173 and 50.178. and cultural diversity course. in and administrative ments, motor characteristics and physical perfor- understanding of issues germane to sport. 05.370 Measurement and Evaluation Students study the etiology, epidemiol- development of a working knowledge research findings, students are expected to increase their knowledge of cardiac regulatory activities of the Encourages By examining the past and current and Provides student with both a (3) practical functions under stress and the adjustment and historical various in movement. Prerequisites: the cardiac patient. students regarding the differences for a detailed analysis of be examined to provide students 05.476 Exercise Physiology experiences. Surveys aspects of the role of - considerations, treatments, as well as the education of the basic skills required camping and outdoor education training. Requires in ogy, patient differences, logistical students with the scope of organized camping and the in and rehabilitation. Acquaints (3) will 05.452 Cardiac Rehabilitation theoretical 05.333 School Camping and Outdoor Education and practices (3) human 50.173 and 50.174. recreation programming. acquisition of engage will with an appreciation of school and in leadership, recreation planning, legal in Motion the primary articulations. The fundamentals of playground situations. Emphasizes techniques of trends Human After a survey of the musculoskeletal system, students Presents discussion of and recreation activities of Introduces students to the fundamentals of Effectiveness Program Certificate. 05.331 Recreation Education The Analysis 05.451 Kinesiology: of basic sport philosophy, in A will of the students' of own those ideas ideas on the topic in written and general education requirement for oral Page 168 Undergraduate Catalog 08.110 Honors Math and Science Allows students to (3-4) - I focus on a specific topic or related topics 08.301 math or in selected topic that will (3) - Features study of a change with each offering. science for in-depth study and analysis, including Upper division seminar focuses on values and laboratory experience. Topics vary from semester to issues and semester. Requires extensive reading on a chosen the colleges or Arts and Sciences divisions. Seminar topic, the development of the students' own ideas on the topic and the expression of those ideas and oral form. Fulfills fulfills general education requirement 08.130 Honors Social Science on a I may be ethical taught by professors from any of the general education requirement for values courses. in written 08.302 Honors Seminar on Diversity for math/natural science. Features study of a - (3) selected topic that changes with each offering. Upper division seminar focuses Allows students to focus (3) - on and may diversity issues be taught by professors from any specific topic or related topics in the social of the colleges or sciences for in-depth study and analysis. Topics vary Arts from semester to semester. Requires extensive general education requirement for diversity courses. reading on a chosen topic, the development of the students' own those ideas 08.201 Honors Seminar on Values and Seminar divisions. the fulfills 08.303 Honors Seminar on Quantitative and Analytical ideas on the topic and the expression of in written and Sciences Reasoning oral form. Fulfills general (3) - Features study of a selected topic that changes with each offering. Upper division seminar education requirement for social science science and focuses on diversity issues and approved as a diversity course. professors from any of the colleges or Arts and Honors Humanities sophomore level II Allows freshmen and (3) - 08.304 Honors Interdisciplinary Seminar a selected topic that and analysis. Topics vary from semester division seminar focuses to semester. Requires extensive reading on a chosen topic, the of the students' and the expression form. Fulfills own and (3) Features study of - changes with each on offering. Upper and may diversity issues be taught by professors from any of the colleges or ideas on the topic of those ideas in written taught by Sciences divisions. students to focus on a specific topic or related topics in the humanities for in-depth study development may be and Sciences Arts divisions. oral general education requirement for IDS humanities. 08.210 Honors Math and Science II (3-4) - Allows students to focus on a specific topic or related topics in (09) Interdisciplinary Studies Administered by College of Arts and Sciences. math or .09.100 University Seminar (1) science for in-depth study and analysis, including transition to college - life Promotes a successful for new freshmen through the laboratory experience. Topics vary from semester to presentation of critical information about the semester. Requires extensive reading on a chosen topic, the and university's development of the students' own ideas on the topic and the expression of those ideas in written Examines the peoples oral form. Fulfills general education requirement Africa for math/natural science. 08.230 Honors Social Science II (3) Latin America; their art, literature, importance in and history, sketching the world. 09.211 History of Natural Scientific Thought historical students' own those ideas and 08.300 Introduction to Honors Research introduction to research (1) - and from other the pass/fail course, the student must produce a proposal for honors thesis research meets the approval of the Honors Advisory Committee. Reviews the scientific and mathematical their significance to human Human human Values interaction of science progress. (3) - and technology values. Studies past, present and future technological developments and their impact on personal and social values. university personnel The student chooses an honors mentor and begins In with across the honors students before beginning honors research. planning research. Compares the Serves as an concerned with undergraduate research. Required of and 09.213 Science, Technology and and includes guest lectures library staff, university faculty disciplines disciplines oral form. Fulfills general education requirement for social science. - thought and methods, characteristics of these ideas on the topic and the expression of in written (3) development of the natural sciences and mathematics, the nature of reading on a chosen topic, the development of the that - East, specific topic or related topics in the social from semester to semester. Requires extensive all (3) and Middle Allows students to focus - sciences for in-depth study and analysis. Topics vary from and of the Far philosophy, cultural geography their on a academic program. 09.111 Introduction to the Peoples of the Third World 09.230 Human Sexuality (3) - Presents a two perspective of the roles of sexuality (2) in gender the humans. Considered are anthropological, life of biological, psychological and sociological aspects of sexuality and their relation to popular culture and diversity. Addresses current public health issues, ethics, responsible decision-making and values. Bloomsburg University 09.231 Technical Writing technical writing in the physical, natural sciences and 09.497 Honors Seminar Presents the principles of - (3) Page 169 Pennsylvania of and technology and industry. Promotes in (3) I Provides a thorough - 09.312 Seminar in growing area of American Studies II (3) in Social Sciences (3) II opportunity to apply theoretical and descriptive continuation of knowledge acquired in multiple humanities disciplines. Requires approval of the internship coordinator and the 09.487 THIS Internship Experience (9) - dean of Arts and Sciences. Internship provides outstanding students with enriching academic experience as an intern the executive or legislative in FRE French (10) branches of state government or with state boards, Administered by Department of Languages and Cultures. agencies or commissions. 10.100 Foundations of French Language and Culture 09.488 THIS Research Project (3) - The student Seeks intern completes an individualized directed project involving substantial analysis and research. The project 09.489 THIS Academic Seminar (3) - is intercultural communication Student interns participate The work structured to integrate the student's experience with a rigorous academic component and an exposure to multiple facets of state government. Honors Independent Study in Humanities independent study course in which, under the I (1-3) - An 10.101 French I (3) - Seeks culture. For students with of French. Practice in the language laboratory required. 10.102 French II (3) - Continuation of 10.101. Prerequisite: 10.101 or equivalent. 10.203 French III (3) - Continuation of development of the four francophone culture. Practice project(s) in the first stage of his/her proposed honors work. skills. Emphasis on reading. Study in project of the student's choice (3) - Allows for 10.204 French IV and provides honor field. • oral Continuation of 10.203. Emphasis communication skills. equivalent. Seminars 10.205 Applied Phonetics and Pronunciation French sound system. Drills (3) intonation. Selections of prose, poetry humanities honors committee and announced imitation. in advance. Analyzes and songs for Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 10.102 or equivalent. 09.493 Honors Independent Study Independent study in Mathematics in (1) - the Humanities in II honors program. of grammar and syntax and use (3) - Thorough study of idioms through applied exercises. Introduction to French morphology. Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 10.204 or Offers a cross-disciplinary equivalent. in the honors program with emphasis on student presentation and discussion in of a student's area of expertise. 09.496 Honors Independent Study in project, initial exploratory reading I (1-3) and a proposal a major Honors Independent Study Project. students who qualify for pursue an honors course of study and wish in their last years. Usually taken in the junior year. 10.207 Conversation: French Daily Life and Prepared and free speaking life the Social Sciences Involves the student's selection of an honors adviser for 10.206 Structure of the French Language the Natural Sciences and perspective to students important topics - (1-3) an area previously approved as part of the student's overall 09.495 Honors Seminar Reserved - on pronunciation and organized around general themes selected by the for Practice in the language laboratory. Prerequisite: 10.203 or interested faculty concepts in the humanities related to the project and to the student's major (Fall) (3) on culture and students the opportunity to discuss with peers and and of the language laboratory. Prerequisite: 10.102 or equivalent. the Humanities continued in-depth study of a particular research - francophone no more than two years of the in activities to develop the four language skills language 09.492 Honors Seminar - the context of the and acquaint students with elements guidance of a faculty mentor, the student completes initial in (3) emphasis required. a seminar coordinated by the resident director. seminar on to develop novice proficiency with Francophone world. Language laboratory is related to the internship experience. in - program designed to give selected interns an inquiry. 09.311. 09.491 of the Provides for an on-site work experience and training materials and resources available for deepening the of this in is interdisciplinary. 09.498 Honors Independent Study appreciation of our varied heritage and research knowledge and the student's major field. Focus project individual- seminar American Studies in Allows for the social sciences which relate to the research ized instruction. 09.311 Seminar - (3) and provides honor students the opportunity to project Uses seminar approach involving class participation and the Social Sciences discuss with peers and interested faculty concepts effectiveness in communicating technical information to specialized and general audiences. in continued in-depth study of a particular research social to two and customs in Customs activities (3) - about everyday francophone countries. Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 10.204 or equivalent or concurrently with 10.204 with consent of the chairperson. Page 1 70 Undergraduate Catalog 10.211 Foundations of French Culture and Civilization - (Fall) (3) 10.423 Black Francophone Writers and Culture Reviews major developments of French culture from an historical point of view. Taught major aspects of and major writers English; in French majors. Approved as a diversity course. for Presents major aspects of (3) France today. Taught Approved as a - civilization, covered in regular is offered. Topics may include GER (11) German 11.100 Foundations Not offered every semester. 10.290 French Studies Abroad (1-6) - Prerequisite: Minimum on and and - Provides a study-tour of art as seen 11.101 in relation Consent 10.309 Commercial French and around Paris and (3) intercultural communication in the context of the 11.121 cultural content of francophone (3) Develops the four language - no more than two years German II (3) Students of major of the 20th Century 1 1 .1 22 projects for review of phonology, morphology, syntax and 11.203 in German German in (3) II - Continuation knowledge of German German and special majors. Not offered every German III (3) - Development of the four Basic grammar reviewed and Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: language skills. new grammatical concepts presented. Reading and study of the culture 10.206 or consent of the chairperson. in Taught semester. advanced speaking including activities with development of cultural 10.402 Contemporary Issues Boll. special projects for of 11.121. Taught in English; Presents a thorough in and German Authors of the 20th Century unnecessary. Readings semantics. Practical application Examines - (3) German unnecessary. German and in I German authors such as Hesse, majors. Not offered every semester. equivalent. - of the language laboratory. Continuation of 11.101. Reading and - German Authors Readings (3) - works. Prerequisite: 10.204 or (3) and in English; knowledge of study French for reading and cultural knowledge; Advanced French Language skills German. Requires practice Brecht, Mann, Kafka, Durenmatt Prerequisite: 10.204 or equivalent. modem I cultures. For students with works an introduction to business 10.331 Selected 20th Century Writers (Fall) German or equivalent. reading, writing correspondence. Not offered every semester. proficiency. in writing given additional emphasis. Prerequisite: 11.101 Acquisition of French - and speaking. Includes culture. Provides 11.102 of the instructor. business language and terminology 10.401 - (3) acquaints students with elements of German-speaking cultural environment. Visits to places cultural interest in the provinces. Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: Culture activities required. (3) France with attention to French social German Language and German-speaking world. Language laboratory the chairperson. 10.295 Art and Culture of France of artistic in Seeks to develop novice proficiency with emphasis two semesters of French or equivalent or consent of selected French under faculty Administered by Department of Languages and Cultures. French for travelers, French gastronomy, Quebec its literature Provides knowledge (1-3) training in fields usually not each time course to language or supervision. Prerequisites: Consent of the instructor diversity courses. Content determined by instructor and varies culture. French. and the chairperson. 10.289 Special Topics and in Provides for - individual study of a particular aspect of course. 10.281 Presents consent of the chairperson. unnecessary. Special projects for French majors. Not offered every semester. - those countries. Taught 10.490 Independent Study in French (1-9) life in English; knowledge of French in in (3) Black francophone countries Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 10.204 or knowledge of French unnecessary. Special projects 10.212 France Today life in given additional emphasis. Not offered every Francophone Media (3) - semester. Prerequisite: 11.102 or equivalent. Presents further development of language fluency 11.204 through discussion of current topics and issues German culture selected from francophone newspapers and IV (3) - Continuation of 11.203. Emphasizes and communication. Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 11.203 or equivalent. magazines. Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 11.205 Applied Phonetics and Pronunciation 10.207 or equivalent. the 10.409 Commercial French II (3) - Studies French business aiming at preparing students for internships Quebec or a branch of a French in life and business France, in the U.S. Reviews business correspondence and Not offered every semester. (3) - Analysis of on pronunciation intonation. Selections of prose, poetry and songs two years of high school German. Not offered every semester. 11.206 cultural content. Drills for imitation. Prerequisite: 11.102 or company in German sound systems. Grammar and Composition (3) - In-depth study of German grammar. Stresses application of grammatical Prerequisite: 10.309. principles in controlled 10.422 Masterpieces of French Literature significant writers (3) - and playwrights Studies the most of France. Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 10.206 or consent of the chairperson. and free written composition. Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 11.204 or equivalent. Bloomsburg University 11.207 Conversation: Daily Life and Speaking Countries (3) - participation in prepared on daily Customs in German- German Literature (3) German - Examines selected masterpieces of and free-speaking Middle Ages to the present with excursions activities Grammar readings and oral reports assigned. when necessary. Not and permission of the instructor. Not offered every 11.490 Independent Study in German - (1-9) Provides for individual study of a particular aspect of chairperson. civilization, Culture and Civilization I - (3) in historic socio-cultural contexts. Prerequisite: 11.206 or concurrently with 11.204 with consent of the German from the literature semester. offered every semester. Prerequisite: 11.204 or equivalent or 11.211 11.422 Masterpieces of Emphasizes student German-speaking cultures. Outside life in reviewed Page 171 Pennsylvania of Provides an understanding of the geography, government, language or literature German under supervision of a faculty member. Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the chairperson. customs, education, arts and history of the Germanspeaking countries, as well as a vivid sense of the SPN(12) Spanish current scenes 12.100 Foundations in these countries. Taught English; in knowledge of German not required. Special projects for German majors. Not offered every semester. Approved as a 11.212 German diversity course. Culture and Civilization 11.211. Taught in II (3) - Continuation of English; knowledge of German not Approved as a diversity course. Provides knowledge and - covered training in fields not usually is in regular determined by instructor and German Studies Abroad two semesters of - (1-6) German Minimum or consent of the (3) - in reading, today, in German culture and life in society. Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 11.206 or equivalent. writers for reading and cultural - Current German knowledge. Develop- of the four skills continues. Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 11.204 or equivalent. 11.402 Contemporary Issues in German Media (3) - Further through discussion of current topics and issues selected from German language newspapers and magazines. Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 11.207 or equivalent. 11.403, 11.503 Workshop(3) - practical use. Offered level Requires practice II skills; (3) in language lab. Continuation of 12.101. Reading and - writing given additional emphasis. Prerequisite: 12.101 12.203 Spanish III (3) - Continued development of (3) - skills emphasis on reading and and writing. Continuation of 12.203. Prerequisite: 12.203 or equivalent. 12.205 Phonetics: Theory and Practice student's ability to - (3) communicate Seeks improve to spoken effectively in Spanish. Provides a detailed study of Spanish sound and intonation patterns through group and individual 12.206 Structure of the Spanish Language (3) Study of - exercises and introduction to Spanish morphology. Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 12.204 or equivalent. 12.207 Conversation: Hispanic Daily Life and Emphasizes student activities Customs participation in prepared about everyday life semester Prerequisite: 12.204 or equivalent or of cultural issues (3) - methods of cultural Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 300 or consent of the instructor. in concurrently with 12.204 with consent of the Readings from 1870 to 1933. society and - free- and customs on demand only. Prerequisite: (3) and Spanish-speaking countries. Not offered every in culture, German Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 12.102 or equivalent. speaking Mass Culture and High Culture and discussion critique. Develops the four language - Presents selected materials for 11.206 or 11.207 or consent of the instructor. Background (3) I Spanish grammar and syntax through applied language development, especially of conversation, 11.420 Seminar: the context of the practice. Attends to individual pronunciation problems. 11.331 Selected 20th Century Writers (3) ment in acquaints students with elements of Hispanic culture. culture. Increased German Acquisition of and speaking. Background of business Germany communication activities required. 12.101 Spanish 12.204 Spanish IV German commercial language and terminology writing intercultural or equivalent. Prerequisite: chairperson. 11.309 Commercial on 12.102 Spanish varies. Not offered every semester. of - For students with no more than two years of Spanish. 11.281-11.289 Special Topics (1-3) 11.290 (3) Spanish-speaking world. Language laboratory required. Not offered every semester. courses. Content Spanish Language and Culture in Seeks to develop novice proficiency with emphasis chairperson. 12.208 Conversation for Health Professionals (3) - Emphasizes development of speaking and comprehension for communication with Spanish-speaking health care clients. For health services students and other interested persons. Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 12.204 or equivalent. Page 172 Undergraduate Catalog and 12.211 Spanish Culture Civilization (Fall) (3) - Provides an 12.421 Hispanic Prose (3) customs, and fine arts Taught history. English; in writers, concentrating knowledge of Spanish not required. Special projects for Reading and discussion of prose - works by selected Spanish and Spanish American understanding of Spain through geography, education, in Spanish majors. Approved as a diversity course. 12.212 Spanish-American Culture and Civilization (Spring) (3) on 20th century authors. Taught Spanish. Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 12.207 or an equivalent proficiency. 12.422 Hispanic Theater and Poetry Reading and (3) - Provides an understanding and appreciation of the discussion of plays and poetry by selected Spanish present and past Spanish-American and Spanish American Maya and century authors. Taught of the life Republics. Studies Aztec, Inca cultures using films and outside readings. Taught knowledge of Spanish language not required. Approved as a (3) - 12.430 Short Story Provides an - Acquaints students with the short story American, Chicano and Puerto Rican authors and both Spain, Spanish-American in (3) as an expression of culture by Spanish, Spanish understanding and appreciation of the present Spanish- speaking world, on 20th Spanish. Not offered every proficiency. diversity course. 12.214 The Hispanic World Today in semester. Prerequisite: 12.207 or an equivalent English; in writers, concentrating countries and Spanish-speaking groups in through geography, history, economics, politics, sensitizes students to cultural values in the Hispanic world. Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: the U.S. 12.207 or an equivalent proficiency. education, customs and fine arts. Taught in Spanish for 12.490 Independent Study Spanish in (1-9) - Provides for Spanish majors and other interested people. Not individual study of a particular aspect of Hispanic offered every semester. Prerequisite: 12.204 or civilization, consent of instructor. sion of a faculty member. Prerequisites: Consent of 12.281-12.289 Special Topics (1-3) - training in fields not usually courses. Content varies. Topics Women in is may Spanish Provides knowledge and covered in regular literature under the supervi- the instructor and the chairperson. determined by instructor and RUS (13) include Spanish for Travelers and Administered by Department of Languages and Cultures. Literature. Not offered every Russian 13.101 Russian semester. Prerequisite: Varies according to the nature I Develops the four language (Fall) (3) - and studies elements of the topic. skills of Russian culture. Requires practice in the language laboratory. Also offered in 12.290 Spanish Studies Abroad two semesters language or (1-6) - Minimum Prerequisite: of Spanish or consent of the spring on demand. 13.102 Russian chairperson. (Spring) (3) II - Continuation of 13.101. Prerequisite: 13.101 or equivalent. 12.306 Structure and Composition (3) - Review of syntax and 13.103 Russian structure with application in composition. Not offered (3) • III Continued development of four Emphasis on reading and every semester. Prerequisite: 12.206 or consent of culture. skills. Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 13.102. instructor. 13.104 Russian IV 12.309 Commercial Spanish (3) - Acquaints students with (3) - Continuation of 13.103. Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 13.103. basic skills in Spanish trade correspondence and 13.290 Independent Study in Russian (1-9) - Individual study of commercial reading. Emphasizes vocabulary and a particular aspect of Russian commercial idioms. Stresses elementary knowledge life language or under faculty supervision. Prerequisite: literature of commercial civilization, and methods. For business students and others who desire Consent to enhance their knowledge of the instructor and the chairperson. of Spanish. Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: ITL (14) Italian 12.204 or an equivalent proficiency. 12.331 Selected 20th Century Writers (3) - Reading and 14.101 Italian discussion of selected modern works. Not offered 12.402 Issues 14.102 in the Hispanic Media (3) - Provides for further development of language fluency through discussion of a variety of topics media. Practice sized. in and current issues in skills and Stresses basic grammar. Italian culture. Italian II (3) - Continuation of 14.101. Emphasizes reading and writing. Not offered every semester. Japanese Hispanic advanced conversation empha- Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 12.207 or an equivalent proficiency. Develops the four language - Not offered every semester. every semester. Prerequisite: 12.207 or an equivalent proficiency. (3) I studies the The sequence of courses in Japanese is not offered every semester. Students should inquire in the Department of Languages and Cultures. 16.101, 16.102, 16.103, 16.104 Self-Instructional Learning Program III (3) in Japanese and Japanese I (3) IV (3) - Japanese II (3), Japanese self instructional learning. Bloomsburg University CHI Page 173 Pennsylvania of Chinese (16) 20.131 The Bible as Literature (3) types found 16.105 Chinese (3) I Basic elements of Mandarin Chinese, - in the Old Examination of - literary and New Testaments and their profound influence on Western culture. emphasis on spoken language. Introduces the with 20.151 Introduction to Literature (3) Chinese Requires practice sessions culture. Exploration of literature as experience and the techniques by which language - (3) II it communi- lab. cates 16.106 Chinese - in Continuation of 16.105. Begin study of the Chinese characters. Requires practice sessions short story, novel, in 20.152 Literature and Society (3) drama and poetry. Readings selected for - in consideration of purposes, characteristics, issues and language laboratory. Prerequisite: 16.105 or values of specific areas (such as business, equivalent. psychology or science) from a humanistic perspec16.211 Foundations of Chinese Civilization culture and Chinese (Fall) (3) tive. civilization in historical perspective, with 20.153 Folklore emphasis on and philosophy. Taught art (3) A survey of such traditional forms of oral as epic, ballad, folksong, folktale and literature Approved as a - English. in diversity course. superstitions examined in terms of origin, transmission 16.212 China Today (Spring) (3) - civilization today, with Chinese culture and focus on and influence on 20.1 philosophy, customs and new literature. art, political 54 Folklore of the American West genres, including legends, Approved as a English. 16.400 Study Abroad (1-8) - customs By consent of the chairperson. - Develops reading and writing emphasizes correct Introduction to skills; classical pronunciation. Roman culture and of civilization. (3) II and - - (3) Not its science fiction, forms, conventions and ideas. Course content 20.200 Writing Proficiency Examination translation skills; teaches classical references through selected readings. Not offered every (3) A - topics provided by the Faculty consultations and staff. 20.201 Composition - (3) II Intermediate-level study Practice and acquisition German and voice majors and students singing in choirs. of Italian for Spanish upon demand. Not offered every semester. ENG basic writing essays and site: Instruction in short skills. in and and expanding practice in composition, reinforcing - and long research-supported writing. Prerequi- 20.101 or consent of department chairperson. 20.203 Approaches to Literary Study (3) - An introduction to writing about literature; a consideration of research (20) English techniques and types of literary analysis. Satisfies Administered by Department of English. requirement for Composition When majors. Prerequisite: 20.101 or 20.104; open to 20.203 is listed as a prerequisite, any 100-level or 200- level literature course may be substituted as the students. I (3) - Study and practice of the principles of composition to improve proficiency in writing skills. 20.104 Honors Composition (3) - Similar to 20.101 but offered only to freshmen exempted from 20.101 on the basis of admission criteria. Study long essays and Students who in and practice in short and writing course requirement. Interaction (3) varieties of language, verbal - A study of and non-verbal and Grammar and Usage (3) - A 20.226 European Literature works their application to improve diction, sentence structure Major Continental - literary from the classical Greek period (3) II in translation Biblical back- - Major Continental literary from the 17th century to the present. from its I (3) - Survey of American literature colonial beginnings through the Civil War. Civil (3) II - Survey of American War through 20.246 British Literature current written standard English, with practical may be grounds. from the grammatical forms, rules and accepted usage of all as a prerequisite, any through the Renaissance, including 20.237 American Literature study of (3) I in translation 20.236 American Literature communicative and social functions. style. is listed substituted as the prerequisite. works successfully complete 20.104 are Language and Social 20.112 Practical 20.203 20.227 European Literature research-supported writing. exempt from a second 20.111 When Required for all English II. 100-level or 200-level literature course prerequisite. 20.101 Composition the in course. Not for English majors. Prerequisite: 20.101. For Music Majors (1) series of compositions written under examination conditions on a writing laboratory are available for students semester. Prerequisite: 18.101 or equivalent. correct pronunciation in French, fiction, popular drama) and examination varies with each presentation of the course. Continuation of 18.101. Develops reading 16.109 Language for Singing and Study of one type of popular (such as detective literature of terror or offered every semester. 18.102 Latin and Spanish of the Trans-Mississippi West. 20.156 Popular Literature (3) A study of folklore tales, ballads of Native Americans, English, French literature I tall diversity course. LAT Latin 18.101 Latin (3) - directions. Taught in I (3) - the modem Survey of literature era. British literature from Beowulf through Samuel Johnson. and 20.247 British Literature II (3) - Survey of the Romantics through the British literature modern era. from Page 174 Undergraduate Catalog 20.256 Non-Western Literature Study of a (3) - I Approved cultures. for diversity requirement. 20.257 Non-Western Literature Study of a (3) - II by either the works studied. Approved of its 20.287 Black - (3) Exploration of the nature of poetry Women Writers and States, Caribbean - (3) in terms Approved for diversity requirement. - The poetry and nondramatic (to 1660), Age of the period - (3) The prose, poetry and from 1 660 through the end of the 20.345 Romantic and Victorian Literature prose of the late 18th (3) - Teaches students to - (3) "read" culture through a wide range of "texts," and including television and film in - Major writers shaping and interpreting the British experience. Writers vary with each presentation of the to analyze sexism, racism, classism and homophobia. Approved for course. Prerequisite: 20.203. 20.363 Shakespeare diversity requirement. (3) - Study of Shakespeare's plays with emphasis on Shakespeare as poet and playwright and 20.300 Writing Children's Literature (3) Consideration of various - Approaches books practice in writing children's to and attention to conditions of the Elizabethan theater and history of the for publication. types and techniques literary with discussion of field research and poetry instrumental The poetry and and 19th centuries. 20.346, 20.347 Studies in British Literature (3) 20.288 Feminist Reading of Culture in writing nonfiction, for children. Prerequisite: 20.384 or 20.385 or consent of the instructor. 20.301 Creative Writing: Fiction (3) in (3) 18th century. writers from the United Africa. 20.344 The Neoclassical drama Introduces students to a women wide range of black fiction; critical of Chaucer. Prerequisite: 20.203. 20.342 The Renaissance excluding the works of Milton. Prerequisite: 20.203. aims, forms and substance. fiction works period or genre (such as metrical romance), generally excluding the prose of the 16th and 17th centuries for diversity requirement. 20.280 Poetry Major works of the Old and common theme, relate to a literature(s) - Middle English periods (the former in translation) that drama or literature or European-American literatures outside the traditions of cultures, differing from 20.256 or the 20.341 Medieval Literature (3) literature or European-American literatures outside the traditions of analysis by the instructor work in and the class group discussion. 20.364 Chaucer (3) (3) - Advanced study of writing nonfiction prose: form, style, audience, editing, (3) and - The poetry and prose in concerning the fundamental theory and techniques of of John Milton the contexts of his age, his puritanism his learning. Prerequisite: 20.203. novel Lecture and discussion (3) - in contexts of his work. Prerequisite: 20.203. 20.365 Milton 20.370 The English Novel evaluation. Prerequisite: 60 semester hours. 20.303 Creative Writing: Poetry Chaucer's major poetry (with practice - speaking and reading Middle English) including considered 20.302 Advanced Composition text. Prerequisite: consideration of the medieval social and intellectual Original creative - Shakespearean 20.203. in History and development of the - (3) England from its inception to the end of the 19th century. Prerequisite: 20.203. 20.372 Modern Novel (3) - Major modern novels, with poetry writing together with writing and evaluation of emphasis on developments poems vary with each presentation of the course. Prerequi- a workshop situation. Prerequisite: 20.280 or in 20.379 or consent of the instructor. 20.306 Theory and Practice of Writing theories of writing Recommended students in in English, advanced work but in for new of writing including the methods the theories secondary education open to in writing. all students interested Prerequisite: 45 (3) - The history, characteristics 20.203. Drama (3) The plays - - Study of the sound patterns, modern English and of children's 20.377 Modern Shakespeare's later Drama major developments in - Survey of the the English language from - Major Continental, English and (3) - A survey and poetic movements. 20.384 Literature for Children (3) - American writers instrumental in (3) - Major shaping and American experience. Writers vary with each presentation of the course. Prerequisite: contemporary poetry Studies the development of instructor. American Literature of literature for children, including consideration of criteria for selecting literature for the 20.334, 20.335 Studies in themes and Prerequisite: 20.203. its Anglo-Saxon origins to the present. Prerequisite: 60 semester hours or consent of the attitudes, style. Prerequisite: 20.203. 20.379 Modern Poetry (3) (3) American plays from Ibsen to the present with emphasis on contemporary semester hours. 20.312 History of the English Language 20.203. of predecessors and contemporaries and those of 20.203. (3) acquisition of their first language. Prerequisite: 45 interpreting the and techniques of the modern short story. Prerequisite: Jacobean and Caroline dramatists. Prerequisite: morphology, word formation processes, semantics of 20.374 Short Story 20.375 Renaissance semester hours. 20.311 Structure of English and syntax Writers site: 20.203. Introduction to - and the teaching both study of and practice require. (3) in fictional art. and methods classroom and for presenting literary works in library an elementary classroom. Prerequisite: 60 semester hours. Bloomsburg University Pennsylvania of 20.385 Literature for Young Adults literature aimed Critical - (3) Page 175 discussion of young adult readers or popular with at 20.436 African-American Literature (3) - A detailed study of one of the three major areas in African-American literature: them, by such writers as S.E. Hinton, Robert Cormier, the African-American novel, the Harlem Renaissance Judy Blume and Paul or African-American Writers. Prerequisite: 45 semester works for the Zindel. Consideration of literary secondary classroom with attention to the subject of censorship. Prerequisite: 60 semester hours. Contemporary of a topic, author or II Literature (3) Study movement significant in post-World Course content literatures. will vary. Prerequi- site: 20.203. Study of a topic - in literature; topic cultural 20.488,. 20.489 Seminar (3) An - opportunity to explore, at an advanced level, offered regularly scheduled courses. Content in a literary or linguistic (3) - processes Analyzes identity-construction in constructing categories of hours. 20.492 Literary Theory and Criticism gender, race and class. Approved for diversity literary criticism requirement. Prerequisite: 20.203 or permission of as of contemporary trends instructor. advanced 20.411 Modern Linguistic Theory developments - (3) in linguistics, A survey of modern of methods history schools. Prerequisite: 60 semester hours. political in American Society (3) Review - of social, historical and other languages in American society. Prerequisite: 60 semester hours. course in the significant movements and (3) - and literary An advanced cultural Douglass, Whitman and Dickinson. between the - (3) English (3) A - problem in (3-6) - Prerequisite: 60 travel-study course for the perspective of the of on-site resources. emphasis determined by the 1914. Content varies, but will include Twain, Howells, in semester hours. and scholars and the use Study of American War and Civil drama, relevant disciplines. Includes meetings with writers Prerequisite: 45 semester hours, including 20.203. literature in reading audience. Prerequisite: 60 semester hours. writer or literary Cooper, Emerson, Hawthorne, Poe, Thoreau, 20.432 American Realism (1865-1914) Study of major rhetorical English majors and non-majors, concentrating on a Special emphasis given to the works of Irving, Melville, preparing these language devices 20.496 Literary Study Abroad writers of the period 1820-1865. in and planning scholarly prose and poetry; and discussion of their effects on the 20.495 Independent Study 20.431 American Romanticism (1820-1865) - Investigation devices, the nature and range of rhetorical designs; identification of development and current status of English (3) - semester hours. projects. Prerequisite: 60 (3) an and study of book and production with practice 20.494 Rhetoric of Literature and philosophical perspectives on the traditional 60 semester hours. of literary scholarship specialized bibliographies in Study of 20.493 Bibliography and Literary Research including transformational- as grammar - in literary theory, at level. Prerequisite: of language acquisition; current adaptations of theory for presentation (3) from Aristotle to the present, as well generative grammar; applications of theory to patterns 20.413 Language subject not determined by the instructor. Prerequisite: 60 semester 20.388 Gender/Race/Class and (3) varies with each presentation of the course. 20.386, 20.387 Studies in War hours, including 20.203. 20.481 Special Topics 20.497 English Internship (1-12) A work-study - to English majors; others James, Area of instructor. program. Open by departmental consent. Prerequisite: 60 semester hours completed. Wharton, Crane and Dreiser. Prerequisite: 45 semester COM (25) Communication Studies hours, including 20.203. 20.433 American Modernism (1914-1945) significant fiction, (3) Consideration of - drama and poetry written between Administered by Department of Communication Studies and Theatre Arts. 1914 and 1945, with emphasis on writers and texts 25.103 Public Speaking reflecting the social, political, intellectual and (3) - Introduces students to the artistic essentials of effective oral communication and diversity of the period. Prerequisite: 45 semester techniques for acquiring it and provides practical hours, including 20.203. experience wherein these principles and techniques 20.434 Contemporary American Literature of significant fiction, II, with emphasis on (3) - Consideration drama and poetry since World War writers and may be and (3) - Introduces students texts reflecting the to the social, political, intellectual applied. 25.104 Interpersonal Communication artistic diversity of process of interpersonal communication. the Students explore the role of conversations and period. Prerequisite: 45 semester hours, including relationships to enhance their participating in daily 20.203. interactions process. and their critical awareness of the . Page 176 Undergraduate Catalog 25.108 Forensic Practicum(O-l) • 25.309 Gender Issues Participation in forensics: in Communication (3) Presents a - debate or individual speaking events. Grades are broad range of theories concerning the nature of awarded each semester. May be repeated differences in communication behavior between the maximum semester register sexes and the presumed origins of such differences. Second semester for 25.108.01. register for 25.108.02. Participation for for for of 3 semester hours of credit. First Examines communication theories about relationships two semesters one semester hour of credit. 25.205 Understanding Social Influence trends in between the sexes associations, (3) Primary focus Highlights major - in some the study and practice of influence-seeking is historical in families and other intimate business roles and on contemporary and in society at large. U.S. society, but cross-cultural contrasts will be communication from the ancient Greek sophists to the explored. Prerequisites: 25.103 or 25.104; at least contemporaries and the post modern. of 25.205, 25.210, 25.215 or permission of the 25.206 Oral Interpretation of Literature skills necessary for conveying emotional meanings in Provides practice (3) intellectual in instructor. 25.313 Communication and Conflict and communication poetry and prose read to an 25.207 Investigating Communication to topics that - (3) on Introduces students communication scholars study, research one design of studies, various methodologies, analysis of and how to report these results in a meaningful and the practical (3) - effect these patterns in Explores the aspects of how communi- cation patterns develop in organizations (3) - (3) - management, both of in debates on one of 25.205, 25.210, 25.215 or permission of the instructor. (3) • Presents a survey of and practice 25.406 Evaluating Communication in informal discussion characteristics 25.220 Intercultural Communication ing in cultural contexts (3) - and rhetorical application. Explores communicat- how computers are used how to specific (3) - Students explore the interview as a communication event, with its own in design and present effective electronic presentations, the theory and procedures of desktop publishing and Internet. Prerequisites: 25.103 or of 25.205, 25.210, 25.215 or variety of interviewing contexts, such as selection, performance appraisal, informational, helping, sales and health care, by blending current theory and research with practical skills and applications. Students prepare and conduct interviews and receive feedback on oral and written performances. permission of the instructor. Prerequisites: 25.103 or 25.104; at least 25.307 Communication for Business Professionals rules, procedures and strategies. Acquaints students with a the field of communication. Students learn one Prerequisites: 25.103 or of 25.205, 25.210, 25.215 or permission of the instructor. 25.407 Interviewing 25.306 Computer Applications for Professional Communicators 25.104; at least one for diversity requirement. how to use the criticism— the analysis, interpretation and 25.104; at least communication across cultures with the goal of Introduces students to Provides an intensive evaluation of communication designed to influence human thought and/or action. and general principles for becoming competent communicators. Approved (3) - examination of the philosophy, theory and practice of types and patterns of public discussion and study of (3) - one of Studies business and professional communication, salesmanship (selling skills and methods), conference and interviewing. Prerequisites: 25.103 or 25.104; at least of 25.205, 25.210, 25.215 or permission of the instructor. of controversial issues. Prerequisites: 25.103 or 25.104; at least interests. one one Examines basic principles presentation and refutation of arguments Surveys the dominant general theories and those specific to particular - presenting and evaluating persuasive messages. argument and evidence. Provides practice through theories of interpersonal relationship (3) Examines the way people use Prerequisites: 25.103 or 25.104; at least 25.321 Argumentation have on various organizational 25.215 Communication Theory (3) - to influence other people. Provides practice 25.205, 25.210, 25.215 or permission of the instructor. and what processes and outcomes. 25.218 Discussion 25.315 Persuasion symbols 25.210 Organizational Communication constructive conflict group organizational and of 25.205, 25.210, 25.215 or permission of least manner. Analyzes the role of societal levels. Prerequisites: 25.103 or 25.104; at the instructor. theoretical (3) - the generation, process and interpersonal, small questions that are typically posed, planning and results in management of destructive and audience. one 25.205, 25.210, 25.215 or permission of the instructor. Bloomsburg University 25.413 Page 177 Pennsylvania of Community Leadership tion skills that leaders - (3) Identifies the communica- 25.425 Communication need to influence the information in Relationships - (3) Acquaints students with the theories and methods used to environment and the collective action of organizational examine the processes of communication members. Special interpersonal relationships. Students review general attention is given to the flexibility necessary for functional leadership society. are in a diverse By developing communication empowered skills, principles of students to accept leadership positions in government and personal, business, community, media contexts. Prerequisites: 25.103 or 25.104; least skills communication in relationships, considered important for effective analyze communica- maintenance and dissolution of interpersonal relationships, explore at interpersonal communication theory of in specific and discuss several philosophical orientations the instructor. 25.417 Evaluating Media Influence (3) - 25.104; at least one of 25.205, 25.210, 25.215 or permission of the instructor. which the structural and formatting tendencies of 25.426 Leadership and communication technologies privilege different settings to interpersonal communication. Prerequisites: 25.103 or Develops and applies a media perspective for criticism. Examines the ways in human communication, address communication tion behavior in the formation, one of 25.205, 25.210, 25.215 or permission in Team Building An (3) - intensive perceptual modes, behaviors and lifestyles. Students survey of theory and research pertaining to working explore and examine the ways small groups. Includes a focus on practical knowledge medium of communication in which each structures and formats required to become a productive experiences and understandings. Prerequisites: in 25.103 or 25.104; at least one of 25.205, 25.210, 25.104; at least 25.215 or permission of the instructor. permission of the instructor. 25.419 Communication awareness in the Family of family (3) - By promoting and study practices and providing training in relationship maintain skills necessary to more functional one in of 25.205, 25.210, 25.215 or (1-3) and recommendation and the dean's approval, arranged through the chairperson. See section on Independent family interaction processes. Considers the communication processes within the family as well as the extent to which they influence or Study. 25.492 / 25.493 / 25.495 Advanced Studies are influenced by larger social systems. Special (3) attention given to the diversity of family experience. studies. Topics vary one of Advanced presentation in Organizations skills for one instructor. (3) developing instructional objectives, preparation and presentation of of 25.205, 25.210, 25.215 or permission of the 25.494 Advanced Studies assessment and task analysis, theories of adult for communication and political information. Prerequisites: 25.103 or 25.104; at least organization or as independent training consultants. systems by semester and include the schedule booklet or the listed instructor for further (3) career opportunities as communication trainers in an learning, Communication cultural foundations of the information society. Consult students exploring Includes information about such topics as needs in Investigates significant aspects of communication nonverbal communication, 25.205, 25.210, 25.215 or permission of the instructor. 25.423 Communication Training Provides for individual work prepares a written proposal that requires departmental build, adjust Prerequisites: 25.103 or 25.104; at least - one of the areas of rhetoric and communication. Student finds a faculty sponsor, enhancement, the course offers students the knowledge and and leader small group contexts. Prerequisites: 25.103 or 25.470 Independent Study communication issues and participant in - in Communication: Diversity Focus Investigates significant aspects of communica- tions studies. Topics are approved as diversity workshop courses. Consult the schedule booklet or the listed sessions and evaluation of outcomes. Prerequisites: instructor for further information. Prerequisites: 25.1 03 25.103 or 25.104; at least one of 25.205, 25.210, or 25.104; at least one of 25.205, 25.210, 25.215 or 25.215 or permission of the instructor. 25.424 Corporate Communication for (3) - Advanced permission of the instructor. writing skills 25.497 Internship students exploring career opportunities as a publicist or corporate writer in in Communication (3-12) an organization or as an in industrial, Integrates business or government work settings. independent communication consultant. Includes Students must establish academic information about organizational planning, audience proposed experience and analysis, professional guidelines - classroom experience with practical work experience and writing in standards, qualitative and quantitative research, its integrity of their relevance to coursework the major. Contact departmental internship coordinator to obtain detailed information and forms. design and layout of publications and use of computers sites: in publication and presentation. Prerequi- 25.103 or 25.104; at least one of 25.205, 25.210, 25.215 or permission of the instructor. THE (26)Theatre Arts Administered by Department of Communication Studies and Theatre Arts. 26.102 Introduction to Theatre Arts (3) - Presents a survey of the literature, production and criticism of the theatre. Required for theatre majors. Page 1 78 Undergraduate Catalog 26.108 Theatre Practicum (0-1) - Participation in plays: acting or technical work. Grade awarded each semester. Participation for credit. two semesters May be repeated for semester hour of 1 maximum for semester of 3 hours. 26.451 Advanced Acting of Introduces the theories and (3) on particular areas development. 26.470 Independent Study and study 26.112 Fundamentals of Acting Character analysis based on (3) - scriptwork. Students begin to focus faculty in • (1-3) Provides for individual work one of the areas of theatre. Student finds sponsor and prepares a written proposal, techniques of acting. Provides for individual and group which requires departmental recommendation and exercises. dean's approval, arranged through the chairperson. Movement 26.200 Experimental (3) Exercises and methods - explored to support the vocal and physical demands (3) - Presents a survey of all aspects of theatre: acting, criticism, design, directing, history and production. 26.211 Theatre Production/Stagecraft stagecraft: (3) scene construction, - 26.215 History of the Theatre (Spring) painting, drafting and (3) societies from ritual beginnings through the 1 theatre. Offered hours 9th century. - A survey of history, theory and production of theatre for young audiences. 26.251 Theory of Stage Lighting and Design - (3) (3) introduction to basic and the methods, approaches, 26.316 Play Directing (3) - movements tools, materials and An overview (3) A - comprehensive overview of mass communications their relative impacts on society and culture. Covers magazines, newspapers, motion pictures, codes and media regulations. 27.190 History of Film (Spring) An overview - (3) of the principles and must view approximately 15 of news (3) - Outlines the "theory" and techniques reporting; the historical and with an introduction to script analysis needed for organizational patterns of in and performers. Students films during the course in laboratory showings. reporting, concept development. Prerequisite: One course of the history of the motion picture. Studies film genres, techniques of directing and the collaborative process its practices development of principles and the news stories and gathering news. An elementary outline of defamation and of libel is included. Student should be able to type 30 to 40 theatre. 26.321 Theatre and Stage Management (3) - Prepares students for professionalism in production of plays management 26.340 Scriptwriting of a theatre (3) - and the Studies dramatic structure, types and for stage, film, radio or television. Prerequisite: One (3) - 27.241 Mediagraphics (3) An introduction to the elements of designing scenery, costumes and as they relate to the components of a theatrical - well enrolling in this course. Computer-generated design and and applications material including for printed and visual newspaper and magazine pages as as advertising layouts and visual presentations for video and 27.251 PR: Theory writing course or consent of the instructor. 26.341 Fundamentals of Theatre Design words per minute before layout problems company. styles of drama. Students are required to write scripts lighting instructor subject to 27.110 Mass Communications and the Popular Arts 27.230 Newswriting scene design. visual concepts of may be waived by an the concurrence of the departmental chairperson. historical figures, technicians productions. Laboratory hours required. An in theatre or consent of the instructor. and growth production supplemented by applied work on - movement Prerequisite: 9 semester radio, television, public relations, advertising, ethical Provides for intensive study of theory and design of lighting of a 26.311 Screen Design a period or a artist, on demand. Administered by Department of Mass Communications. and (3) in Note: Prerequisites Surveys structures, production practices, plays and the theatre's function 26.219 Children's Theatre Provides for a concentrated MSC (27) Mass Communications Studies basic crewing of a show. Laboratory work required. in (3) - study of an individual of performance for the stage. 26.209 Theatre Appreciation See Independent Study. 26.490 Seminar: Theatre television material. and Practice (3) - An introduction to the development, principles, theories and practice of public relations as a social and organizational implement. Looks briefly at the communication process, publicity, community relations and public production. affairs practice. 26.345 Costume Construction approaches to (3) Basic techniques and costume construction 26.414 Costuming for the Stage of - costume design tools, materials (3) - for the stage. The study and application for the theatre including and methods, 27.261 Principles of Advertising (3) (3) - Introduces students to the modern economy. Examines the variety of compo- nents and methods used to achieve specific visual concepts. objectives in advertising 26.416 Modern Theatre - basic objectives and procedures of advertising in a Continues the study of theatre history from 19th century through the theatre of today. Prerequisite: 26.21 5 or consent of instructor. campaigns and the type instruments used for advertising. of . Bloomsburg University 27.271 Media Operations and physical use of (3) - Page 179 Pennsylvania Concentrates on the knowledge of technical requirements that up programs. (Fall) (3) Examines film form, and greater appreciation Enhances the of the motion picture. modern visual appreciation required in 27.297 Mass Communications Practicum (3) - productions any in Surveys the television libel, mass media messages and sedition, defamation, privacy, copyright, obscenity, shield law, press-free and trial, freedom of information, free antitrust problems. economic and (3) - An legal 27.334 Editing pers, (3) - Designed to improve writing news in for newspa- particular possible defamation and failure. material as well as codes, laws libel problems for processes of filmmaking - (3) Reviews the basic an introductory but in field work by arrangement. Students provide 27.420 Audience Analysis (3) - Explores the theoretical audiences and the discursive constructs of mass media audiences. Charts the development on the in variety of ethical diverse, the particular everyday Topics may and life. practical of published articles and marketing strategies. Prerequisite: 27.230. (3) - Comprehensive study of various publicity techniques used relations efforts of business, in public government and nonprofit 27.440 Public Affairs Reporting (4) - An advanced affairs in mass media. Concentrates on a abilities in society identifying various which individuals and the whole body of depend on information provided by the mass media. Prerequisite: junior standing. journalism. reporting reporting of govern- consistent with entry- requirements government. Prerequisite: 27.340. ways in mental "beats" most susceptible to news generation. Students learn basic other appropriate communication vehicles. Prerequi- Effects (3) Locates specific Studies a news number affairs mass media exposure, - and chairperson. Prerequi- service announcements, speeches, slide programs or in mass site: 27.230. level professional reporting site: 27.251. (3) problems organizations. Students prepare press releases, public Mass Media Processes and and Stresses design and May be repeated maximum of three seminars course on the role of public 27.352 Publicity and Public Relations an vary each semester. with approvals of adviser Includes and discussion of media audiences. Prerequisites: junior standing. newspapers and magazines. well as the study own between the social world of actual 27.435 Journalism Seminar: Special Topics articles. their shooting and pay film processing costs. with different topics to a issues basic this and community construction of various research methods on copy Outlines basic requirements for develop a range of feature work as Studies interests. Prerequisite: Junior standing. Studies various techniques used to gather information to some Studies media and methods of handling and practical 27.360 of unpredictable editors. Prerequisite: 27.230. feature-type articles for economics that focuses some defenses to including photo editing. Suggests - - ethnographic understanding of mass media audiences stories; offers practice in headline (3) elements of success or distinction and some elementary layout and design 27.340 Feature Writing (3) Prerequisite: 27.271. of types of styles most used; emphasizes good, tight copy and 27.230. Management and radio management and programming; film stock for owners, audience and government. magazines and brochures. Indicates writing and short silent films and requires laboratory hours and foundations of American mass media as a base for study of contemporary mass media. Examines media from the perspective journalists, and nondramatic comprehensive manner. Concentrates on making Mass Communications interdisciplinary study of the historical, philosophical, social, Studies technical elements 27.390 Film and Video Production unique broadcast policies, advertising 27.315 Social Foundations of - examines each medium as a business and the business practices. Covers historical developments, criminal (3) 27.375 Broadcast Programming and legal restraints that influence the nature and content of Includes laboratory hours. Prerequisite: 27.271. material. Prerequisite: 27.271 in needs relevant to mass communications. - Provides - announce news, commercials and other broadcast Requires department or other departments on campus having (3) (3) directing for television. material; provides opportunities to study, write sequences offered of the typography and paste- of broadcast writing, script formats participation in film, television, radio or print Law and broadcasting. Includes in layout, and 27.371 Broadcast Journalism media. Approximately 15 films viewed. similar Principles of advertising addition to theory. Prerequisite: 27.261 in instruction in acting theory and criticism to bring about a better understand- 27.310 Media (3) - in print 27.367 Television Acting and Directing 27.275 Cinema Appreciation ing Advertising and design hands-on experience and video radio, television in layout operate the growing range of equipment needed to produce contemporary 27.366 Design in public coverage, including courts, police and in . Page 180 Undergraduate Catalog 27.446 Magazine Editing and Production (4) Acquaints - 27.497 production including manuscript selection and editing, although consideration advertising, design, production, circulation, promotion experience students and various business operations. Study campus magazines as part of a of the nature mass communications (3) A - Examines specific publicity cases to junior for other practical May include on- or off-campus study of a particular project applying for internships. Projects must be submitted study of writing at least a to begin the use of publicity as a particular element of public relations. have. Open several of their basic specialist courses prior to 27.340 or consent of the instructor. 27.455 Public Relations Cases and Problems be given will may - 2.75 in the major, chairperson. Interns are expected to have completed community/regional consumer magazine. Prerequisites: 27.334, GPA of arranged by the student, adviser and department system. Each semester students produce a month before the project is and must be approved by the student's adviser and department chairperson. Course and may be repeated within catalog regulations. Internships material. Prerequisite: 27.352. become (3) - skills traffic and background required for media buying and advertising research a problem- in and study in (1-3) - Provides for individual work an area of mass communications written proposal, how and practical workshop program which in on the of arguments. may change from semester to semester and students may be required to work on specific projects, part of their is on the construction Surveys several forms (3) - Presents reflective problems of general philosophic Considers the types of knowledge, individual interest. Topics for students to learn Emphasis legal reasoning. and technical aspects of their major. such as telethons or television news, as Designed inquiry into selected telecommunications majors undertake specific instruction - 28.111 Introduction to Philosophy 27.480 Telecommunications Production Workshop: Special A for must be made for argument including inductive, deductive, analogical of - (3) to think critically. and evaluation which must have College of Arts and Sciences. (3) semester hours total Administered by Department of Philosophy. departmental approval and approval of the dean, Topics 9 internships. 28.110 Critical Thinking concentration. Students find a faculty sponsor/adviser and prepare a is PHL (28) Philosophy solving format. Prerequisite: 27.366. 27.478 Independent Study semester. Limit summer and campaign planning, preparation and presentation are taught on 3 semester hours for each 10 hours of work undertaken per week per internships. Special arrangements planning. Basic principles and applications of will mass communica- a compulsory part of the tions program. Credit is based Study of the use of advertising media, methods of selection and the in expected requires practical hands-on production of written 27.466 Advertising Media and Campaigns social values, the nature of reality and the existence of God. 28.270 Logic (3) The study - of formal deductive reasoning, course covers the nature of argument, Aristotelian term workshop programs. Workshops may be repeated logic, stentential logic, predicate logic provided topics change. Instructor's and department tion and proof theory. Students construct formal proofs chairperson's approvals required. and translate from natural language into logical Mass Communications Seminar program and that studies ethical (3) - Topics A social resulting from the pervasiveness of seminar problems new topic 28.271 Logic and technologies. may change from semester to semester. may repeat seminars, subject to a change and with the approvals of the instructor (3) - and A study of terms of telecommunications/film semiotics with an overall survey of production A and business problems. project course designed primarily for film, television and radio majors moving into mass communications production seminars. Prerequisite: 27.271 Introduces fundamental • (3) circuits; validity and proof; Turing machines and logic programming. the construction of documentary and dramatic material in Computing areas where logic and computation intersect including 28.297 Ethics Practice quantifica- the propositional calculus and the design of logic in department chairperson. RTF Authorship Theory and and formulas. Students 27.485 Internship (3-9) and senior majors with a of 27.482 Mass Communications students with principles and techniques of magazine (3) • Studies ethical theory focusing on such issues as ethics as a branch of knowledge, egoism vs. altruism in and role of intentions and consequences moral judgments. Reviews theories such as relativism, utilitarianism and Kantianism. Investigates concepts of "rights"; and 28.321 Plato and Aristotle (Fall) (3) Western philosophy in "justice.". - Studies the origins of ancient Greece. Examines Plato's philosophical writings in light of pre-Socratic speculation on one hand and criticisms in terms of and developments on the Aristotle's other. Bloomsburg University of 28.324 Descartes to Kant (Spring) of the 17th Page 181 Pennsylvania (3) - Examines the writings and 18th century philosophers: Descartes, Hobbes, Locke, Berkeley, Hume, Kant and others. Topics include: the nature of limits of (3) Studies the nature of the good and just - and powers of the state. Investigates competing theories of neo-Aristotelianism, knowledge, the relation between mind and body and the years) state, the limits the sources and reality, 28.407 Contemporary Political Philosophy (Fall/odd-numbered possibility of a rational basis for religious 28.408 Feminist Philosophy - (3) (3) - Explores the major trends Studies the writings of philosophers and theologians feminist philosophy including such as Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Husserl, Sartre and radical Major themes include human freedom, alienation human and meaning. differs (3) Examines 20th century philosophical movements. Emphasizes the relation and psychoanalytic approaches. Explores from men's and the extent to which male domination informs woman's experience. Considers recent feminist attempts to articulate an emancipating standpoint. between language and philosophy, particularly views about truth, free will, the nature of morality and religion and the nature of 28.419 Theory of Knowledge (Spring/odd-numbered years) - Inquires into the problem of knowledge, certainty (3) and skepticism. Reviews theory of perception; discusses mind. 28.290 Medical Ethics in in liberal, Marxist, socialist, such questions as whether women's experience subjectivity, 28.329 20th Century Philosophy (Fall/odd-numbered years) - and anarchism. Addresses questions concerning the obligations of an individual citizen to the state. belief. 28.328 Existentialism (Spring/even-numbered years) Tillich. utilitarian- ism, contractarianism, libertarianism, Marxism (3) - Investigates moral issues that arise such medical contexts as human experimentation, death and dying, medical care and distribution, its concepts of meaning and 28.420 Metaphysics literature in (3) truth. Introduces the main themes and - contemporary metaphysics. Issues why something rather than genetic engineering and the definition of health and explored include illness. nothing? Are there properties, numbers, propositions 28.292 Contemporary Moral Problems of the major - (3) some Investigates pornography and its and control; crime its object Prerequisite: problems: abortion and the rights of the fetus; punishment; obedience to laws; discrimination based on race and is and sets? What are holes, surfaces and boundaries? Can an contemporary (and perennial) moral there change and remain the same? parts its any philosophy course other than 28.110, 28.212 or 28.213 or permission of the instructor. 28.418 Contemporary Philosophy of the Mind (Fall/even- sex; decision-making procedures; social justice; numbered years) drugs, suicide and euthanasia; freedom and foundations of the interdisciplinary its limits. 28.295 Business Ethics (Spring/even-numbered years) Review of moral canons practice. Moral situations. Utilitarianism, Kantianism and contemporary Egalitarianism are introduced as aids in Explores the philosophical mind-body problem, the and the nature and success of cognitive explanations 28.470 Independent Study decision of cognitive field science. Topics discussed include contemporary possibility of artificial intelligence analyzing in - scientific solutions to the business in relation to concepts are applied (3) - (3) in Philosophy in psychology. Provides for - (3-6) making. General principles and concrete cases individual study of a particular philosophical considered. under the guidance of the 28.303 Philosophy of Science (Fall/even-numbered years) - Analyzes the logic of inquiry in (3) the natural and social sciences; the nature of scientific explanation, problems of causality, measurement, prediction and verification. Considers case studies, such as evolutionary theory. 28.404 Philosophy of the Social Sciences (3) Examines - philosophical problems in the social sciences including objectivity, classification, explanation, the nature of Examines the legal theoretical limits of the religion, and nature in Studies selected problems in philosophy. ART (30) Art (3) - Examines major works them from ancient times to the present, - Presents a of faith. critical their analysis Emphasizes types of evidence supporting religious belief and problems - background of the law and law and justification of punishment. of the origins (3) cultural forces that the proper use of the law. Topics (3) and challenges to religion. taken See section on Independent Study. 28.471 Seminar and architecture and the include the concepts of "law" and "legal system", 28.406 Philosophy of Religion may be semester hours of philosophy. twice. Prerequisite: 6 - years) (3) systems. Encourages students to develop own views about independent research on topics selected by the student and the faculty member. Course 30.101 Introduction to Art Law (Fall/even-numbered problem Emphasizes Administered by Department of Art. laws and the nature of social facts. 28.405 Philosophy of staff. of art shaped from a global perspective. 30.205 Children's Art children and and (3) - Provides encounters with the ways to invention, with promote art of attitudes of discovery emphasis on growth of expres- sion. 30.385 Philosophy and Psychology of Art (3) - Studies major philosophical points of view governing an understanding and criticism of the arts, past and present. Undergraduate Catalog Page 182 ARH (31) Art History 31 .390 Foreign Administered by Department of Art. 31.215 American Art History reference to Studies the history of visual (3) - Presents a study-survey of (3) • great architectural works of the past (3) - and up to and including the Late Gothic. and artistic art Museums (3) - Addresses the social museums from the late Explores museum - of museum - collecting, of museum and the duties ethics, training, exhibitions and technology. The Museum Exhibition 31.451 medium Provides hands-on (3) - experience by organizing and installing an exhibition invention in 1839 to the present. Includes development of photography as a of in Haas Gallery of Art. Trains students in gallery asethetic expression, technical evolution of photogra- design, handling and assessing physical conditions for phy and photography's impact on both culture and works of society. public functions such as tours 31.345 Art History of the Near East (3) - Studies the history of ARS worlds. 31.346 Art History of the Far East (3) - Level 32.111 Drawing - Examines movements critically evaluating Administered by Department of Art. Studies the history of Asia. (3) and museums. (32) Art Studio the visual arts of India, China, Japan and Southeast 31.355 History of Modern Art writing educational materials, providing art, installations in other the visual arts of the Islamic and the Mesopotamian in art I courses are open to - (3) I all students. Examines various approaches toward drawing and explores the use of a variety of drawing from mid-1 9th century France to the contemporary materials. Studio practice United States. each person's power of observation, craftsmanship, Italian Renaissance Art (3) - Addresses the with a view toward historical and 32.151 Three-Dimensional Design in Italy social context, the history of the visual arts - Northern Europe from 32.152 Two-Dimensional Design 1375 to 1575, during the period termed "The Renaissance." Examines major trends and explores the shaped the social and 1050 to c. cultural factors that in northern Europe from and ivory work, stained glass and tapestry and explores the social and cultural factors shaped the arts of these periods. 31.375 Independent Study in Art History (3) - Research and history under the supervision of a faculty resulting in a publishable paper. - An introduction to the introductory course art. Stresses images based on current computer technologies and use c. computers 32.201 Ceramics and I firing 32.202 Ceramics II to create in art member, (3) - new of software and kinds of images. Emphasis fine arts approach. Introduces the processes of making ceramic objects. (3) - become more methods scholarship on a selected, approved topic (3) on using technologies with a in painting, architecture, sculpture, drawing, manuscript that An exploring the potential of the computer as a tool to 1400 during the periods termed "Ro- illumination, metal 32.195 Computer Art Graphics create fine manesque" and "Gothic." Examines major trends - emphasis on two-dimensional design. and Germany Art (3) Introduces students to the history of the visual arts (3) organization of visual elements and color, with an in painting, arts of the period. Romanesque and Gothic color, with basic elements and principles of design such as the manuscript illumination, sculpture, printmaking and architecture in France, the Netherlands and emphasis on three-dimensional design. Introduces students to in address Introduction to the basic - (3) organization of visual elements (3) critiques elements and principles of design such as the patronage and theory. 31.366 Northern Renaissance Art c. and class self-expression and growth. painting, sculpture and architecture of the Renaissance 31.373 of aesthetics cultural history of art staff. Surveys the history of - A seminar emphasizing preserving and interpreting Renaissance up to and including French (3) site only. purposes and responsibilities - painting of the 19th century. its on art in Italy, Middle Ages through the present. Introduces the basic (3) Studies the history of the visual arts beginning with the photography from of the art of criticism. 31.450 Perspectives on on the European continent from the 31.324 History of Photography - and theories relationships Studies the history of the 31.236 Art from the Renaissance Through Impressionism 31.365 An examination physical and historic context, through its 31 .395 Visual Aesthetics (3) and the present including examples of both East and West. 31.235 Ancient and Medieval Art Italian - whenever possible. Summer 31.225 History of Architecture prehistoric era Italy (3) studying original works of arts in America. visual arts Study particularly the Renaissance, with special Italy, Affords students the opportunity to involved by selecting their own of work. Prerequisite: 32.201. 32.210 Life Drawing drawing the (3) - Examines various approaches figure. to Students study anatomy and continue to develop technical facility with a variety of media. Contemporary and historical figurative concerns are examined. Bloomsburg University 32.212 Drawing Continues exploration of attitudes and - (3) II Page 183 Pennsylvania of (3) II Continues exploration of black and - white fine art photography. Emphasis on refining work from the human skeleton and exposure and printing linear perspective. metering, Prerequisite: 32.111. 32.221 Fabric Design (Fall) (3) I methods, approaches, concepts Introduction to a variety of - tools, materials and II (Fall) (3) - Continuation of 32.221 with 32.303 Ceramics of painting. Provides exploration of and increased sensitivity to one's environment through for (3) making, (3) II - the technical Devotes attention to the development of skill inherent the formation of images. in Includes the study of the landscape as a concept in and showing Prerequisite: 32.303 (3) I - Explores three-dimensional 32.313 Drawing III Continues studio practice and outside - (3) in 32.323 Fabric Design project. Prerequisite: 32.313 - (Fall) (3) III Fabric Design individual expression. Prerequisite: 32.241. selected by the student. Focus I (3) - Provides an introduction to weaving including foot-powered looms and off-loom techniques. Weaves, fibers, spinning and looms will be part of the studio experience. Prerequisite: 32.152 II - (3) Requires a loom-controlled sampler plus continued experience artistic in weaving techniques and decision dealing with fibers. Prerequisite: Printmaking I: - (3) art through exploration of basic printmaking techniques. Printmaking II: - (3) Emphasis on color printmaking and color registration procedures. Provides a concentration in serigraphy and intaglio I (3) methods, Introduction to a varied array of crafts, - tools, materials, techniques and artistic II 32.324 Fabric Design IV Fabric Design (3) (Fall) (3) III - Presents a continuation of with each student functioning in a area. Prerequisite: 32.323 manner in one and permission - Provides a continued exploration of selected in-depth crafts processes and concepts on a more professional 32.281 Photography I (3) - basis. Prerequisite: 32.275. Introduction to black photography as a medium of the instructor. 32.333 Painting lll(3) - Provides development toward maturity and statement. Includes study of the figure 32.334 Painting IV (3) - as Provides advanced work planned for individual needs. Paintings are structured and white of visual expression. Technical emphasis on fundamental camera and from experiences based on previous development. Prerequisite: 32.333 32.343 Sculpture III (3) - and permission of the instructor. Focuses on the expansion its of relationship to sculptural pro- cesses. Prerequisite: 32.242. 32.344 Sculpture IV (3) - Enables advanced, independent work toward a maturing, personal expression concepts. 32.276 Crafts Prerequisite: 32.222. expression and techniques. Prerequisite: 32.261. 32.275 Crafts one area refining one's a concept in painting. Prerequisite: 32.232. Introduction to the methods, materials and concepts of graphic 32.262 Graphics in on perception and professional attitude. craft, visual of study 32.251. 32.261 Graphics is highly independent and professional or consent of instructor. 32.252 Weaving with concentration II and Provides a continuation of the use of materials and processes; strives for unique Weaving (Spring) and deep individuality involvement of personal expression. Each student artistic Promotes continued development wares. individual project. Prerequisite: 32.212. 32.314 Drawing IV permission of the instructor. - own of the instructor. pursuit of self-discovery in pursues an individual (3) their and personal expression. Each student completes an to basic sculptural materials. II art object. Entails studio practice, outside - (3) expression with an emphasis on introducing students 32.242 Sculpture making an and permission assignments Critiques stress painting. Prerequisite: 32.231. 32.241 Sculpture and paper. Requires students to be responsible - firing assignments and critiques color. 32.232 Painting film Provides student an opportunity to - (3) III 32.304 Ceramics IV Introduction to the methods, materials and concepts own Prerequisite: 32.202. and attitudes discussed. Prerequisite: 32.221. (3) - their specialize through the pursuit of by each student. Professional methods, approaches I photographic processes. Students must have a Prerequisite: 32.281. limited areas of concentration selected 32.231 Painting Introduces zone system skills. medium format photography and alternative camera and provide visual designing with fibers. in 32.222 Fabric Design 32.251 32.282 Photography materials stressing composition and form. Includes Prerequisite: 32.343 32.353 Weaving III (Spring) experience in and permission (3) - in sculpture. of the instructor. Provides continued weaving techniques with emphasis on in-depth production, two-dimensional or three- dimensional. Prerequisite: 32.252. 32.354 Weaving IV (Spring) (3) - Develops an individualistic weaving with emphasis on in-depth exposure controls and introduction to darkroom printing approach techniques. Photographic style, composition and production. Prerequisite: 32.353 and permission of the theory discussed. Students must have a camera and provide their own film 35mm and paper. to instructor. 32.363 Graphics III: Printmaking (3) - Exploration of mixed media printmaking methods and concepts. Emphasizes photographic and lithographic techniques. Prerequisite: 32.262. Page 184 Undergraduate Catalog 32.364 Graphics Printmaking IV: Exploration of experi- (3) - mental printmaking. Emphasis on personal expression. Prerequisite: 32.363 and permission 35.103 Fundamental Musicianship (Spring) III (3) instruments and bodily Requires students to develop - personal photographic projects to produce during the Suggested semester. Emphasizes individual exploration of black as preparation and white photographic materials and processes. 35.210 and 35.320. mm camera, film and Students must provide a 35 (3) - personal photographic projects resulting 35mm camera, film and paper. Prerequisite: 32.383 and permission of the 32.395 Art and Culture of France (3) Provides a study-tour of - France with specific attention to French relation to its social new theme and Francis and art seen in cultural environment. Features areas each time visits to related offered. Past is themes include "The Age of "The Art of Provence," and "The I," Normandy in Studio Arts I (1-3) Allows - Amount of course credit awarded determined is by the instructor on the basis of the substance and depth of the project to be undertaken. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of four levels of a studio area its equivalent. 32.476 Independent Study in Studio Arts 32.475 Independent Study 32.480 Internship in Art (3-6) - in II (1-3) - Extension of Studio Arts in practical Provides upper-level work art majors situations outside the regular courses prescribed by art curriculum (e.g., museum designers, merchandising operations, (3) - curator, artists). Provides involvement with the collection, preservation and exhibition of art work. Experience concludes with planning and hanging an exhibition in and Haas Gallery of Art. Visits to art galleries familiarize museums students with the varied nature and philosophy of exhibition today. Performs music (0-1) - and periods. Marching band each fall fall, week and 4 hours per week each spring. Performs music appropriate to the symphony - and percussion 35.108/ 35.308 Concert Choir (0-1) varied styles only. - Performs choral music of and periods. Membership by audition Requires 4 hours per week. Women's Choral Ensemble (0-1) - Performs 3 hours per week. 35.110/ 35.310 for No audition required. Husky Singers (0-1) Performs varied music - men's chorus. Requires 2 hours per week. No audition required. Chamber Singers (0-1) - Performs music of many styles and periods, Renaissance to present. Open to singers from other university vocal 35.111/ 35.311 ensembles. Requires 3 hours per week. Membership Ensemble 35.112/ 35.312 Jazz (0-1) - Performs jazz, and other forms representing the big band swing style. Requires 3 hours per week. Election requires may be permission of the instructor. Audition necessary. 35.201 Sight Singing (Fall) Development (2) - of the musical ear through progressive training. Elected by music majors or as a single course by non-music majors. Requires 2 hours. Prerequisites: 35.103, 35.210 or consent of the instructor. (Fall) (2) - Provides group voice Emphasizes fundamental hours per week. Provides an approach to music through study of basic vocal and instrumental styles. Analysis of various masterpieces, composers and musical forms. Requires no previous musical experience. Election for wind singing techniques and solo performance. Requires 3 Courses are offered each semester unless otherwise noted. 35.101 Music Listening (3) Monday evenings. players requires permission of the instructor. instruction for the beginner. Administered by Department of Music. music. each 35.203 Class Voice MUS (35) Music listening Maroon and Gold Band by audition only. I. with an opportunity to acquire meaningful experiences 32.490 Art Gallery first-course in varied styles from popular to masterworks. Requires individualized independent study in a selected studio or study and courses 35.201, Recommended 35.107/ 35.307 University-Community Orchestra (0-1) 35.109/ 35.309 Influence.". 32.475 Independent Study area. to music. musical background orchestra. Requires 3 hours per week. Rehearses Instructor. course little concert band each spring. Requires 5 hours per in final and an exhibition of fine art photographic Students must provide a for applied of varied styles Requires students to produce movement for students with applied music. 35.106/ 35.306 paper. Prerequisite: 32.282. 32.384 Photography IV a Explores music reading, singing, playing and chording of simple 32.383 Photography prints. - through elementary terminology, symbols, theory, of the instructor. portfolios (3) personal music understanding and development Recommended first-course in non-applied 35.204 Class Piano I (2) - Provides group piano instruction for the beginner. Emphasizes solo playing, sight-reading and creative accompaniment. Requires 3 hours per week. Limited seating. 35.205 Class Piano II (Spring) (2) - Develops independence solo playing and accompanying. Continuation of 35.204 or students with demonstrated abilities. Requires 3 hours per week. Consent of instructor. in Bloomsburg University 35.206 Class Strings Provides learning of fundamental (2) - and information string skills Page 185 Pennsylvania of 35.242/ 35.342 Trombone ments. Requires 3 hours per week. Prerequisite: per week. 35.103 or consent of instructor. election. 35.207 Class Brass (Fall/even-numbered years) Provides group brass instruction for the who wishes brass player to double. (2) - Emphasizes May be repeated per week. Requires two hours per week. Prerequisite: 35.103 or 35.244/ 35.344 May be repeated Consent of leading and written harmonization. Requires 3 hours Tuba election. per week. Prerequisite: 35.103 or consent of (3) - Continues Music Theory with the study of seventh chords and I common-chord and chromatic modulations. Includes melodic and election. Consent of Oboe (1) potential. One-half - Private instruction for students with - One-half hour per week. May be repeated at one semester hour each election. Consent 35.214/ 35.314 Viola (1) demonstrated of Instructor. ability or potential. One-half hour per week. May be repeated at one semester hour each election. Consent of instructor. 35.215/ 35.315 Violoncello (1) with demonstrated ability or potential. One-half hour per week. election. May be repeated Consent of semester hour each instructor. 35.216/ 35.316 Double Bass (1) - ability at 1 semester hour each election. Consent of instructor. Organ have previously studied organ or who have who strong piano backgrounds. One-half hour per week. May be repeated at 1 semester hour each election. Consent of instructor. Private instruction for students with - demonstrated vocal May be repeated at abilities. 1 One-half hour per week. semester hour each election. Prerequisite: 35.203 except music majors and be repeated at 1 May semester hour each election. Consent of instructor. 1 semester hour each - (1) Private instruction for students election. 35.255/ 35.355 May be repeated Consent at 1 semester hour each of instructor. Saxophone (1) - Private instruction for students with demonstrated ability or potential. One-half hour May be repeated Consent at 1 semester hour each of instructor. 35.256/ 35.356 Percussion (1) - Private instruction with snare, timpani and mallets for students with demonstrated or potential. One-half hour per week. repeated at 1 semester hour each election. May be Consent of instructor. 35.270/ 35.470 Violin for Music Majors (2) Two weekly - half- hour lessons for students electing the applied Trumpet (1) - Private instructions for students May be repeated Consent 35.241/ 35.341 Horn (1) demonstrated program. May be repeated at 2 semester hours each election for a maximum of 16 semester hours. 35.271/ 35.471 Viola for Music Majors (2) - Two weekly half- program. May be repeated election for a maximum at Music 2 semester hours each of 16 semester hours. 35.272/ 35.472 Violoncello for Music Majors (2) - Two weekly half-hour lessons for students electing the applied with demonstrated ability or potential. One-half hour - at 1 semester hour each of instructor. ability or potential. Consent of at 1 One-half hour per semester hour each instructor. specialization within the Bachelor of Arts in program. May be repeated election for a 35.273/ 35.473 Double Private instruction for students with week. May be repeated election. Bassoon repeated at of Instructor. specialization within the Bachelor of Arts in Private instruction for students with (1) - previous piano study. One-half hour per week. per week. May be Consent hour lessons for students electing the applied declared music minors. 35.235/ 35.335 Piano election. Private instruction for students - (1) specialization within the Bachelor of Arts in Music 35.230/ 35.330 Voice (1) 35.240/ 35.340 hour per semester hour each with demonstrated ability or potential. One-half hour ability Private instruction for those - (1) 35.254/ 35.354 election. or potential. One- hour per week. May be repeated 35.217/ 35.317 election. per week. Private instruction for students with demonstrated half at 1 at 1 with demonstrated ability or potential. One-half hour per week. Private instruction for students - potential. One-half Consent of instructor. 35.253/ 35.353 Clarinet per week. Private instruction for students with - election. hour per semester hour each instructor. week. May be repeated ability or potential. at 1 Private instruction for students with demonstrated ability or (1) hour per semester hour each instructor. rhythmic dictation and keyboard realization. Requires demonstrated semester hour each Private instruction for students with (1) - 3 hours per week. Prerequisite: 35.210. 35.213/ 35.313 Violin at 1 week. May be repeated 35.252/ 35.352 1 potential. One-half demonstrated ability or (Spring) II at Private instruction for students with - (1) Consent of 35.251/ 35.351 Flute instructor. 35.211 Music Theory semester hour each instructor. week. May be repeated Studies harmony, voice 1 Private instruction for students - demonstrated ability or (Fall) (3) - at with demonstrated ability or potential. One-half hour election. consent of instructor. I Private instruction for students Consent of instructor. 35.243/ 35.343 Baritone (1) beginner or the fundamental technique and elementary performance. 35.210 Music Theory (1) - with demonstrated ability or potential. One-half hour related to string instru- maximum Bass for at Music 2 semester hours each of 16 semester hours. Music Majors weekly half-hour lessons (2) - Two for students electing the applied specialization within the Bachelor of Arts Music program. May be repeated each election for a maximum at of 16 in 2 semester hours semester hours. Page 1 86 35.274/ 35.474 Undergraduate Catalog Organ Music Majors for Two weekly - (2) half- 35.285/ 35.485 Bassoon for Music Majors (2) - Two weekly hour lessons for students electing the applied half-hour lessons for students electing the applied specialization within the Bachelor of Arts in specialization within the Bachelor of Arts in program. May be repeated election for a maximum at of 16 Music 2 semester hours each semester hours. 35.275/ 35.475 Voice for Music Majors half- hour lessons for students electing the applied voice specialization within the Bachelor of Arts in program. May be repeated election for a maximum at of 16 Music semester hours. half- program. May be repeated election for a 35.277/ 35.477 maximum Trumpet for at of 16 for program. May be repeated 35.300 Music Theory maximum III Music Two weekly at of 16 Music 2 semester hours each semester hours. - (3) design original composition, harmonic dictation and perception Prerequisite: 35.211. Two weekly - (2) - (Fall/odd-numbered years) semester hours. (2) of 16 semester hours. Music Majors half-hour lessons for students electing the applied 2 semester hours each Music Majors Music 2 semester hours each Continuation of music theory. Includes formal analysis, hour lessons for students electing the applied specialization within the Bachelor of Arts in Saxophone election for a Two weekly - 35.286/ 35.486 at specialization within the Bachelor of Arts in 2 semester hours each 35.276/ 35.476 Piano for Music Majors (2) maximum election for a Two weekly - (2) program. May be repeated skills. Requires 3 hours per week. 35.301 Music Theory IV (Spring/even-numbered years) (3) - half-hour lessons for students electing the applied Continuation of music theory. Reviews 20th century specialization within the Bachelor of Arts in Music compositional practice. Includes analysis and program. May be repeated composition. Requires 3 hours per week. Prerequisite: election for a maximum at of 16 2 semester hours each semester hours. 35.278/ 35.478 Horn for Music Majors (2) Two weekly - 35.211. half- 35.302 Piano Proficiency in specialization within the Bachelor of Arts in Music repeated. program. May be repeated election for a 35.279/ 35.479 maximum Trombone for at of 16 2 semester hours each semester hours. Music Majors (2) - election for a maximum at of 16 Music 2 semester hours each semester hours. 35.280/ 35.480 Baritone for Music Majors (2) - program. May be repeated election for a 35.281/ 35.481 Tuba maximum for at Two weekly Music 2 semester hours each (2) - Two weekly half- maximum of 16 semester hours. 35.282/ 35.482 Flute for Music Majors (2) - Two weekly half- hour lessons for students electing applied specializa- Music program. May Bachelor of Arts be repeated 2 semester hours each election for a maximum 35.283/ 35.483 at of 16 Oboe for semester hours. Music Majors (2) critical in Music Performance in Two weekly 35.305 Special Topics in half- program. May be repeated at 2 semester hours each of 16 semester hours. - Two weekly half-hour lessons for students electing the applied specialization within the Bachelor of Arts in Music program. May be repeated at 2 semester hours each election for a maximum is available of 16 semester hours. - Provides a by contacting the Music Appreciation (3) • Provides a topics. Instructor develops a one-time-only study. is available by contacting the Department of Music. Offered as needed. 35.320 Music in the Elementary School musical knowledge that will general music effectively (3) - Provides students in and enable them to teach the elementary class- room. Course designed primarily for elementary education majors. Limited seating. - Emphasizes understanding and appreciation of music from antiquity 750 through listening and development of a technical vocabulary. (2) (3) performance or the study of Department of Music. Offered as needed. to 35.284/ 35.484 Clarinet for Music Majors and performance practice. Instructor develops a one-time- specialization within the Bachelor of Arts in Music maximum Provides needed. Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor. 35.304 Special Topics hour lessons for students electing the applied election for a May be performing experience for pianists. Requires 3 35.321 Music History to 1750 (Fall) (3) - - (2) with practical skills, theoretical background tion within the in Piano Accompanying Information Music program. May be repeated at 2 semester hours each election for a keyboard. at the study of music beyond currently available course hour lessons for students electing the applied specialization within the Bachelor of Arts in in only study. Information of 16 semester hours. Music Majors 35.303 Seminar unique experience half-hour lessons for students electing the applied specialization within the Bachelor of Arts in Provides opportunity for majors hours per week and includes performing. Offered as half-hour lessons for students electing the applied program. May be repeated - instruction, coaching, systematic score study Two weekly specialization within the Bachelor of Arts in (1) music to gain proficiency hour lessons for students electing the applied 1 35.322 Music History-1750 to Present (Spring) (3) - Provides an overview of music history from the Classical era to the present time. Includes discussion of and significant persons, forms and genres during composers works and development of this time frame. 35.324 American Music (Fall/even-numbered years) (3) - Studies works of selected American composers with reference to characteristics indigenous to American music. Prerequisite: 35.101. . . . Bloomsburg University Page 187 Pennsylvania of ECN (40) Economics 35.325 Opera and Music Theater (Spring/even-numbered years) Studies major works of the (3) Emphasizes lyric stage. and reading works of opera, listening to operetta and the popular theater. Prerequisite: 35.1 01 ics: 35.327 Survey of Popular Music (Fall/odd-numbered years) (3) - the in 20th century. Includes a chronological study of jazz, balladry, spiritual, country-western, theater, film and rock comparative listening situations. Prerequisite: in I Studies macroeconom- - (3) nature of the economic problem; economic demand and concepts; institutional framework; supply, Analyzes factors and elements of American popular music with emphasis on developments Administered by Department of Economics. 40.211 Principles of Economics the price system; national income accounting; determination of output and employment levels; consumption, saving and investment behavior; inflation and unemployment; business cycles; monetary and 35.101. fiscal institutions and theory; economic growth. 35.328 Choral Conducting and Methods (Spring/even- numbered years) techniques and (3) Examines the development - abilities for participating in of II (3) - Studies microeconomics: supply, demand, the price system; and cost and productions analysis, theory of consumer supervising choral ensembles. Stresses tone behavior and the firm; output and price determination, production, proper breathing, choral conducting and literature. Prerequisite: 35.211 reading of appropriate 40.212 Principles of Economics resource allocation and determination of factor incomes under perfect and imperfect markets; current economic 35.329 Instrumental Conducting (2) - Develops skills in baton problems and international economics. Prerequisite: technique and score reading with emphasis on 40.211. practical application in instrumental organizations. Laboratory course with three 50-minute sessions per week. Offered as needed. Prerequisites: music major 40.246 Business and Economic Mathematics frequently and 35.211. systems 35.350 Seminar Music Theater in (3) employed in linear Presents an economics and business, of linear equations, inequalities, e.g., elements of programming, matrix algebra, logarithms, in mathematics of finance and in - most Studies the Broadway - musical with special emphasis on works currently production. Offered (3) introduction to basic mathematical tools differential and integral conjunction with music theater calculus. productions during spring and summer semesters. 40.311 Intermediate Micro-Theory and Managerial Economics Prerequisite: 35.101. 35.410 Music Theory (3) V, - Reviews the theory of consumer behavior and Counterpoint (Fall/even-numbered the firm; output and price determination under different years) (2) Continuation of music theory. Studies - market systems; pure competition, pure monopoly, melodic writing in two and three voices using 18th oligopoly and monopolistic competition; production and century style. Requires 2 hours per week. Prerequicost analysis; allocation of resource and distribution of site: 35.211. income; comparison of behaviors of competitive, 35.411 Music Theory years) (2) - VI, Orchestration (Spring/odd-numbered Continuation of music theory. Examines instrumental transposition, idioms, score writing and analysis. Requires 3 hours per week. Prerequisite: 35.211. 35.430 Seminar markets; constrained and nonconstrained optimization techniques and their applications to business decisions and business practices; welfare economics. Prerequisites: 40.211, 40.212, 40.246. in Music History development of of monopolistic and oligopolistic product and resource music history skill in for i Emphasizes - (2) 40.312 Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory independent research majors in areas national music electing the music in tion, history specialization. Offered fall, even-numbered years. Prerequisite: 35.321, 35.322. 35.431 Seminar with for in Music History II (1) - Continuation of 35.430 emphasis on academic research and musicology majors in music electing the music history specialization. Offered spring, Prerequisite: 35.430. 35.497 Internships campus in in field - Provides for extended off- experience to be arranged by the major music, a faculty adviser and an off-campus agency. Requires consent of music department during prescheduling. Offered as needed. in Music (1-3) - Provides for a student project of a creative nature in music history, education or performance. Requires consent of music department during prescheduling. of price levels; (3) - Stresses the income determinamonetary and theory and policy; investment, interest and demand inflation and unemployment; national debt; macroeco- nomic equilibrium; for money; business cycles; prices, wages and aggregate economic growth, foreign trade and balance payments; economic 40.212,40.246. Music(3-15) 35.498 Independent Study employment and fiscal institutions; supply, odd-numbered years. income analysis; theory policy. Prerequisites: 40.211, of Page 1 88 Undergraduate Catalog 40.313 Labor Economics Presents the economics of the (3) and demand labor market, the supply of 40.410 Public Finance nature of theory and wages, productivity and light of inflation, unionism, theories of the labor movement, collective bargaining and public policy. A major focus is and race implications with respect to gender will in the course emphasize differences by will 40.315 Business and Government policies for maintaining competition, for substitution regulation in place of competition and for substituting public for private enterprise; tests of various government historical experience. Prerequisite: 40.212. 40.316 Urban Economics (3) - the principles of etc., and public debt manage- and budgetary policy on fiscal employment the rate of growth and world stability; economy. Prerequisite: 40.212. 40.413 Money and Banking - (3) Reviews the historical practices and principles of banking; special attention given to commercial banking and credit regulations and current monetary and banking development. 40.415 Environmental Economics economics Applies economic theory and (3) - A study of environmental quality. of the Examines environmental facts and social circumstances with emphasis on market and non-market recent empirical findings to urban resource use. particular Analyzes problems of unemployment, housing, solutions to the environmental problems. Topics education, transportation, pollution and equal include the private market and opportunity. Prerequisite: 40.212. externalities, 40.317 Population and Resource Problems (3) - Reviews income its efficiency, environmental quality as a public good, distribution effects of government environmen- income classical theories of population growth; recent tal quality as a public good, economic models of government environmental programs; water of population correlating natural resources; capital accumulation and technological resources and water change; and population problems quality of in North America, European and developing countries. Analyzes recent trends in birth and death rates as factors in population growth. Studies measures of population and labor force, their distribution by age, sex, occupation, regions; techniques for projecting population levels. Course is in of Prerequisite: 40.212. economic theory and policies in light of government and models criteria background and the development of monetary Surveys government - (3) national resource and income allocation, internal price and be race and gender. Prerequisite: 40.212. and micro and macrotheory; ment; impact of examined. The economic analysis and empirical data presented Analyzes revenues and government services; subsidies, For each of the economic issues, the racial issues. - local, state taxation, public borrowing the between labor markets and gender and relationship (3) expenditures of for labor, the not offered on a regular basis. Prerequisite: life prohibitions quality, distribution effects problem and of air quality and other environmental problems; on and regulation of polluting activities, taxes, subsidies and effluent charges; population, economic growth and environmental quality. Prerequisite: 40.212. 40.422 Contrasting Economics (3) Outlines theories of - capitalism and socialism with a special emphasis on Marxian theory. Compares theoretical and actual 40.212. 40.346 Business and Economics Statistics and presenting probability I (3) - Organizing data, descriptive statistics, elements of and probability distributions, sampling and sampling distributions, estimation and hypothesis testing, analysis of variance introduction to regression and Chi-square, and performance of capitalism, socialism and communism. Prerequisite: 40.212. 40.423 History of Economic Thought theories propounded in (3) - Surveys economic the past and their effect on present-day thinking about economic, business and correlation as applied to political systems. The surplus value theory; economic business and economic problems. Prerequisite: planning as part of government responsibility; relation 40.212. of family budgets to Engei's Law; 40.400 Introduction to Econometrics statistical Applies modern methods to economic problems; time and cross-sectional analysis demand and distribution 40.346. • (3) costs; of measurements series of macroeconomics models; income and growth model. Prerequisites: 40.212, responsibility for employment and government rent control. Prerequisite: 40.212. 40.424 Economic History of the Western World (3) - Presents a comparative analysis of the economic theory of the United States and Europe with particular attention to the interplay of changes business, financial and in labor institutions, products and production, adaptations to resource differences and conflicting economic doctrines. Prerequisite: 40.212. 40.433 International Economics (3) - Addresses the pure theory of international trade. Outlines the gains free trade and protection; balance exchange and international capital from trade; of payments; foreign movements; the dollar and the monetary system and international liquidity shortage. Prerequisite: 40.212. Bloomsburg University Page 189 Pennsylvania of 40.434 Economic Growth of Underdeveloped Areas (3) - 41 .201 trade in development distributions; regression and those economic, correlation analysis; 41 .203 analysis of variance and designs of experiments; time series analysis and index numbers, non-parametric and political historical levels. models Applies economic Presents an evaluation of market; mixed techniques political 41.242 and areas from the 18th in particular 40.470 Senior Seminar (3) Discusses the current - economic theory and economic one policy. on write a report and make a seminar presentation. Prerequisite: Senior standing or consent of the instructor. 40.490 Independent Study in Economics (1-3) Provides - as they pursue in-depth inquiries into previously specified subject matter of special interest and within the field of economics. Topic and spatial role within the (3) - Reviews major economic Skills (3) - and and interpreting cultural spatial patterns. Uses a maps variety of published phenomena - (3) for and present physical interrelating past with a view toward the future. Acquaints students with the philosophy of planning, the roles of the planner and planning objectives. 41.258 Environmental Conservation Identifies - (3) resource management and environmental problems and offers possible alternative solutions for these problems. students with an opportunity to receive individualized instruction regional and contemporary 41.250 Elements of Planning Students read week on which they journal article a literature Map and through the 20th centuries. Prerequisite: 40.212. A - focuses on significant characteristics, location theory through international local of Australia (3) Economic Geography activities; making to of social decision problems from forms that have cultural Asian-Pacific sphere. 41.221 - (3) Geography Australia's historic 40.346. Economy Latin terms of economic and environmental context. Examines computer application. Prerequisites: 40.212, 40.460 Advanced Political and racial in analysis of Australia within a physical, cultural, methods; modern decision theory and Bayesian statistics; Examines - provided regional unity and diversity. Probability - (3) (3) America as a major geographic region settings. Prerequisite: 40.212. II Studies Europe's physical - (3) 41.202 Geography of Latin America and technological advance; development planning and 40.446 Business and Economic Statistics Europe of resources, populations and trade. underdevelopment; operative resistances to economic growth; the role of capital, labor, population growth Geography characteristics, topography, transportation systems, Presents studies of stagnating economies; theories of outline must 41 .264 Applied Cartography (4) principles, - Studies fundamental use of graphic media, methods construction, use and interpretation of charts and diagrams, utilized in of maps, models, geography and in urban and regional planning. be developed with a faculty sponsor and approved by 41.281-289 Special Topics in Geography (3) - Presents areas the department during the preceding semester of of geographic interest to a general audience. residence. 41.301 Water Resources GEO (41) Geography Management - (3) An examination of contemporary water resource issues related to environmental planning and management. Administered by Department of Geography and Earth Science. 41.302 Land Resources 41.101 World Physical Geography relationships, land (3) - Studies Earth-sun masses, oceans, landforms, weather and climate and natural resources as Management (3) - An examination of selected land-related issues and problems with the objective of identifying appropriate management techniques. elements and controls related to the adjustments humans make to their 41.303 Soil Resources environment. background 41.102 World Cultural Geography (3) - Demonstrates the relationship of humankind, land, culture such as its Management to the formation, classification Examines the 41.105 Environmental Issues and Choices (3) - Examines contemporary environmental resource issues within a values, ethics 41 .1 25 Weather and decision-making framework. and Climate (3) between the elements - Studies the interrelationships of weather and climate; elaborates on the functional application of these elements through a study of climatic realms. 41.200 Geography of United States and Canada a spatial analysis of the United States (3) - and Canada perception and sequent occupancy; considers salient genesis and potential for solution. in terms of Provides a thorough soil and geographical distribution. interpretation of soil surveys and their use and resource planning, conservation and management and environmental 41.304 Environmental Valuation (3) - quality. Provides a conceptual and methodological framework for evaluating environmental resources. Emphasis is on quantitative valuation techniques that help separate facts from emotion Presents emphasizing such concepts as environmental problems within geographic regions role in land - nature and properties, factors of soil and economic activities. (4) geoenvironmenta! aspects of in complex environmental problems. Prerequisite: 41.105 or permission of the instructor. 41.310 Population Geography (3) - Analyzes physical, human and economic factors that influence the changing pattern of the political map of the world. Page 1 90 Undergraduate Catalog 41.315 Outdoor Recreation Resources Management HIS (3) (42) History Explores the array of contemporary issues involving land, leisure Administered by Department of History. and recreational planning. 41.342 Geographic Information Systems (3) Presents an - Prerequisites are subject to modification by the instructor. 42.100 Transatlantic World introduction to computer-assisted analysis of geographic data. Emphasizes GIS applications the 20th Century in - (3) Represents an analysis comparing and contrasting the experi- in management of natural resources, environmental ences of Americans and Western Europeans assessment and urban and regional planning. 20th century. Focuses on the decay of Western Laboratory projects provide opportunities to develop traditions, the computer expertise. Prerequisite: 41.242 or 41.264 or increasingly skills (3) and techniques used preparation, goal setting in analysis, (3) in 42.112 Origins of the Modern World which to view the process of urbanization. Measurement (3) - Data symbolizatioon emphasized spatial analysis course. Topics in descriptive inferential statistics are in this Geography and seniors majoring in Geography work experience business. Internship is learning with practical Option ments I, in 41.497 Internship student site. (1-3) - (3) Provides (3-12) - in - Reviews the history, - politics, affairs and the evolution economs, society and Presents Provides for on-site affairs developments of the 42.133 The Ancient and Medieval Worlds the Ancient Near East to the in Prerequisites: Major in Geography, fall (3) - of the the West, emphasizing Greece, in a planning office for the student is actively involved in the functions activities of that planning 41.498 Applied Planning Seminar for reporting Integrates (3) - Provides an opportunity utilizes practice in the in internship. development of land use from an urban or environmental perspective. coordination with the internship regional planning (41.497) or 42.141 The Modern Far East geography in urban/ (41.496). of Roman (3) - Focuses on modern China and Japan and closely studies the value system these peoples as reflected communications office. and analyzing experiences and and of the the medieval church. in one semester, during which time the rise and countries Empire, with emphasis on feudalism, manorialism and Involves the placement of a the course of study West that emerged after the fall Surveys from Roman Empire Rome and the enrolled - United States from Reconstruction to the present. the option and consent of the instructor. is (3) political, social, cultural, intellectual, economic and foreign work experience emphasizing - of culture. 42.122 United States History Survey: 1877 to the Present geography. intended to integrate classroom Planning (12) showing the Presents a chronological history to 1877 with of Christianity; a study of the people in political, and technological appropriate completion of course require- who in (3) social, intellectual emphasis on foreign Open urban/regional planning or environmental planning into Taken shaped the story of mankind from the early that importance of the non-Western world. the functions, projects and responsibilities available at the internship ments 42.121 United States History Survey: Colonial Period to 1877 an appropriate agency or in political, military develop- progress of the Western tradition and the growing independent, investigative research oriented to studies 41.496 Internship Describes the elements of 19th and 20th century explored with an emphasis on of specific geographical problems. Prerequisite: to juniors - and social, intellectual economic, and Prerequisite: 41 .242 or consent of the instructor. in (3) economic, 42.113 The Modern World applications to problems with spatial dimensions. 41.475 Independent Study and enhances Renaissance to the early 19th century. 41 .462 Techniques of Geographic map historic level among Americans and Western Europeans. activities. Provides a conceptual and methodological framework handling and an rise of appreciation of basic similarities and differences of urban Prerequisite: 41.250 or consent of instructor. 41.363 Urban Geography promotes sense of awareness beyond the national plan and implementation and regional planning processes and - of current events, Presents the development of - of the individual in the "technocratic" civilization. Provides insight into roots consent of the instructor. 41.350 Advanced Planning dilemma complex society and the in in in their politics, arts the 19th and 20th centuries. Particular attention paid to the interaction old of and between the models provided by Confucianism and Buddhism with the models provided by the West during modernization. Not offered every semester. Approved for diversity requirement. 42.142 Latin America: From European Colonization to the Present (3) - A concise introductory survey of Latin American history from 1492 to the present, stressing the significant economic and social factors evolution. Not offered every semester. in its Approved for diversity requirement. 42.143 Black Africa (3) - Presents a survey of the transforma- tion of the societies of Sub-Saharan Africa from colonialism to national independence. Approved for diversity requirement. Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Page 191 42.144 Islamic and Hindu Worlds: Middle East, India and Malaysia - (3) 42.226 Popular Culture religious, cultural, economic and in America political history of the of the period since 1920. Malay Archipelago and values and ideas on contemporary Third World problems. Not offered every semester. 42.208 Contemporary Issues in U.S. History (3) Examines - selected issues of social, political or foreign affairs American and importance select in Conflict in 20th Century History American conflicts Presents (3) civilization; resolutions achieved are reviewed and evaluated. The selection of conflicts varies each semester. Approved critical A (3) Examines the nature and - of the African-American experience in the beginnings to the its in the visual arts, music, literature, philosophic thought and social history. Approved leaders for diversity requirement. (3) - Studies significant world in religion, politics, war and culture and their impact on world history. Focuses on different leaders conditions which helped produce these leaders and Conflict of Values (3) many of consequences. Population explosion, famine underdeveloped world, energy crisis, in the terrorism the spread of nuclear weapons of the issues that will be examined. Attention and are illustrative of will some be given to defining values as related to these issues. 42.222 Business History of the United States (3) Focuses on - the evolution of business from 1600 to the present, businessmen and entrepreneurial leadership of major modern (3) - Focuses on for their Includes only leaders success or who have made significant contribution outside their national a bound- aries. 42.250 History of Science(3) of the sciences - Studies historical development and the nature of scientific thought and method; provides understanding of the characteristics of the sciences as well as their significance to human progress from antiquity to the present. Not offered every semester. 42.260 Sport and Society industries. 42.223 Economic History of the United States ends by discussing reasons failure. issues that have far reaching the history of major 42.228 African-American History the Renaissance to the present. Analyzes the in History: Introduces the historical and global nature of today's which the culture constantly adjusts. Not to each time offered and covers a selected period from for diversity requirement. 42.215 Global Issues change Course blends continuity of offered every semester. 42.229 Modern World Leaders the 1960s involving in values of the individual and the major forms present. Reviews black creative expressions semester. 42.210 Values of American culture with dynamics in United States surveyed from in The issues may vary each society. of meaning within a historical context, describing the origin, evolution, current significance Review - to the present, telescoped to permit fullest presentation Middle East, North Africa, the Indian subcontinent, the their bearing (3) of popular culture in America from colonial beginnings Introductory course surveying the approach in America (3) Presents a cultural - to organized sport in the United States; the changing nature of the American economy. This proceeds from the premise that sport mirrors the course covers three time periods: the commercial- values, states of technology and the conditions of age and the modern agricultural age, the industrial society. Emphasizes the rise of the institution of sport managerial age. Examines agriculture, banking, and business administration, commerce, labor, manufac- affluence, urbanism, nationalism turing, mining and transportation, social and factors that contributed to changing political economic of cultural diversity in on the history (3) - Provides an overview from the colonial period to the present. Students examine ethnicity through the study of political, in America economic, religious and social issues; industrialization and urbanization; attitudes of nativism, discrimination and racism; and powerful influences of immigrant kinship networks, ethnic community associations, religious institutions include new and ethnic group and new assimilation offered every semester. requirement. cultural traditions, identity. Lectures historical interpretations of cross-cultural relationships Approved governance and its American society by focusing of immigration impact on business, commercialism, leisure, 42.281 Military History relationships in the United States. 42.224 The Immigrant Experience its I and the problems of law. Not offered every semester. (3) Studies organized warfare from - origins to the last campaign of Napoleon I, concentrating on strategy and tactics. Examines moral and social problems raised by warfare. Not offered every semester. 42.282 Military History II (3) - Studies organized warfare and the theory of war from the Napoleonic age to the present, concentrating on strategy Examines the socio-political and tactics. background, especially of the two world wars and the age of guerrilla warfare. Not offered every semester. 42.315 Origins of Civilization: The Ancient Near East Surveys known origins of theories. Not Bronze and for diversity and Syria-Palestine, with some attention Iron ages in (3) - civilization in the Neolithic, Mesopotamia, Egypt, Anatolia to India and China. Not offered every semester. Prerequisite: 42.133 or consent of the instructor. Page 1 92 Undergraduate Catalog 42.316 The Classical World: Ancient Greece and Rome Covers ancient Greek and Roman history and - (3) culture. Greece: emphasis on Aegean civilizations, the age of and the Pericles Great. Hellenistic age Rome: emphasis on republic, imperial expansion, the decline and in Woman Studies the history of (3) - America from colonial times topics include women's work, family to the present; politics, life, feminism and reactions against monarchy and and the many facets of Pax Romana and the roles in the nation's history. Alexander the of the empire; concluding with the fall women sexuality, education, after early 42.329 The American women's public Approved and for diversity requirement. Barbarian age and the rise of Byzantium. Not offered 42.335 History of Christianity - (3) Promotes student analysis every semester. Prerequisite:42.133 or consent of the of the ancient, medieval instructor. contemporary Christian denominations and move- 42.318 Early England: The Making of an Island State Reviews and modern roots of ments. Primary and secondary historical sources are (3) economic, social and cultural political, it private life in discussed seminar-style order to in critically examine England to the Glorious Revolution. Not offered every important ideas, personalities and historical conditions semester. of Christianity. Prerequisite: 42.319 Modern England: The First Industrial Empire Examines political, social, development in economic and (3) 42.336 Medieval Europe cultural England from the Glorious Revolution emphasis on the development of to the present with democracy, the Industrial Revolution and the growth and decline of the British Empire. Not offered every 1815 era in France and assesses (3) its - Analyzes 1789- significance for - (3) An religious and political, social, trends during the period. intellectual Feudalism, church history and commercial relations receive particular emphasis. Examines the status of 42.337 Europe medieval society. Prerequisite: 42.112. in in the Renaissance and Reformation detailed analysis of upon the and 1650, focusing semester. Prerequisite: 42.112 or consent of the movement known as instructor. religious upheaval associated with the modern (3) - Discusses the rise of the cultural Scientific Revolution and Enlightenment; the hegemony and a world economy; the diplomatic and military interaction of the European states. Not offered every semester. 42.326 Europe 1789-1914 (3) - and artistic terms Political, religious trends are highlighted. 42.346 Modern European Intellectual History aspects of the eras of the establishment of European world intellectual Prerequisite: 42.112. state; the political, intellectual, social, economic and social, intellectual A the Renaissance and the "Reformation" and "Counter-reformation." 42.324 Revolutionary Europe and the Rise of Modern - (3) European history from 1300 to the history of France and the world. Not offered every Traditions, 1600-1789 or in history analysis of European history from 300 to 1400, focusing on women semester. 42.320 French Revolution and Napoleon Any course consent of the instructor. - changes in political, economic and Relates social developments. Special attention given to interpretations of major intellectual movements. Not offered every semester. 42.347 History of the Holocaust Analysis of Europe's "long (3) - currents of thought during the period to (3) - Focuses upon the major nineteenth century." with particular emphasis on the theme-the genesis and implementation of the planned nexus destruction of European Jewry from 1933 to 1945; of political and social history. Not offered every and semester.. Prerequisite: 42.113 or consent of the briefly traces the history of anti-Semitism instructor. evaluates scope of prejudice, discrimination and 42.327 Europe in the Age of Total War, 1914-1945 (3) of World War and alliance systems Examines origins that fought it, I diplomacy, military strategy, tactics of the war and the peace treaties of 1918-1920, plus the rise of Mussolini, Stalin, Hitler culminated in the outbreak of World II. Course War Europe, 1945-Present in (3) - of the late 1930s with emphasis World War on II and the causes of the East-West rift; the reconstruction of democratic Europe and formation and political of the Soviet bloc; trends every semester. in world Jewish community. Not offered every (3) - Analysis of Russian political and from the ninth century to 1917, with emphasis on the 18th and 19th centuries. Not offered 42.372 Colonial America and the Surveys the forces leading to war; military and diplomatic developments Includes an every semester. Not offered every semester. European powers civilization. the Holocaust's impact on modern-day Israel and social history stresses ideological and global patterns developments. 42.328 Cold contemporary 42.356 Russia to 1917 finally War in analysis of literature of the Holocaust and evaluation of semester. and the lesser dictators along with the international crises that genocide European integration both power systems. Not offered War of Reviews European colonization Independence in (3) - North America with major attention to the establishment and development of England's colonies, an emerging American society and problems which created Americans and the War conflict between the British resulting in the American of Independence. Not offered every semester. Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania 42.374 U.S. Social History (3) - the past and family life, gender and Focuses on everyday how ordinary were affected by Page 193 historical made people 42.397 Independent Study life in history change. Emphasis on New appropriate register for this course Nation: United States, 1781-1845 may - (3) 42.398 Research and Writing Skills development parties, railroads, Students learn to semester. facilities; Civil War, the war ization. technology and economy, clear, Surveys the causes of the itself, Topics include and popular 42.404 Topics skills. and research analyzing and interpreting and produce a students develop an understanding of in written is American History American history Prerequisite: 42.121. - (3) Seminar allows Includes historiography of the chosen topic, discussion - (3) problems associated with the topic and production of of imperialistic adventures, reluctant but expectant a research paper. Topics vary from semester to in World War I, semester. the "flaming '20s," and the nation's greatest depression. Out modern mass-centered welfare of these state. emerges the 42.452 Soviet Russia Not offered political, (3) economic, social-cultural developments in cal society are and the Analyzes recent events or indicate recurrence of historical of the major (3) - themes examined. Pennsylvania to national life, relations Presents a critical history, in on the analysis of United States foreign relations from the in (3) 1898 to present. in movements America. Special emphasis the 20th Century in will X, Stokely (3) - 20th Century Marcus Garvey, Carmichael (Kwame Toure), Angela Davis, Amiri Baraka. the Black Panther Party and Louis Farahkhan of the Nation of Islam. for diversity requirement. Investigates in European the medieval, early modern and modern and analyzes secondary materials history, philosophy, politics, Women (3) - and Gender in European science and art of Intellectual History Investigates the condition of women, I of female concerning women, over the course of western history. their be be placed on the following figures: W.E.B.DuBois, Malcolm - views concerning that condition and the view of males Examines the major black radicals and philosophies and (3) history. Seminar-style or 42.133. 42.469 Not offered every semester. 42.395 African-American Radicalism selected vary from semester to semester. Prerequisite: 42.112 - analysis of United States foreign war with Spain in a chosen period. Research paper required. Topics war with 42.392 Diplomatic History of the United States Since 1898 critical European History European periods. Discusses • Spain. Not offered every semester. Presents a problems or major course studies variety of problems between state and national movement. Not offered every semester. relations from the Colonial Period to the 1898 in select topics in of 42.391 Diplomatic History of the United States to 1898 (3) - may semester. 42.460, 42.461 Topics Examines major contributions (3) that countries of Latin America. Not offered every an increasingly complex, technologi- some movements developments of international significance role of Not offered every semester. 42.388 Pennsylvania analysis of the cultural evolution of the 42.453 Problems of Contemporary Latin America the United States from turmoil of the 1960s, nuclear concerns in critical offered every semester. Prerequisite: 42.113. - 1941 to the present. Cold War, Korea and Vietnam, the individual Presents a economic and Soviet Union and a study of Soviet foreign policy. Not Examines the major intellectual - (3) political, social, every semester. 42.385 Recent American History: 1941 to the Present and in study and analysis. for in-depth Examines during these years major changes: involvement how and revised. students to focus on a specific topic or related topics culture. 42.383 Shaping of Contemporary America, 1896-1941 skills in and writing concise and well-written lengthy formal paper. and why history and gender issues, the tactics, race credits Focuses on the fully utilize library develop In addition, reconstruction and industrial- politics, ideology, military labor, immigration - original/primary research documents; 42.381 Civil War, Reconstruction and Industrialization: United (3) - (3) of proficient research popular music and anti-slavery. Not offered every States, 1845-1896 no more than twice and not exceed 4 semester hours. See the section on Independent Study. Prerequisite: 60 semester hours. Reviews the impact of the democratic experiment on government, the economy, culture and society. Among subjects studied are political The topic selected some aspect of history is supervised by an member of the department. A student may related to and/or 42.122. 42.379 The - chairperson. Independent reading and/or research as a way of exploring issues of race, ethnicity. Prerequisites: 42.121 History (14) in must be approved by a committee appointed by the and Approved Women and Gender I covers the ancient, medieval and early-modern periods (c.650 AD). Prerequisite: two 100-level courses consent of the requirement. instructor. Approved BC - 1650 in history for diversity or Page 1 94 42.470 Undergraduate Catalog Women and Gender in (3) • European Intellectual History women, Investigates the condition of II (3) - Examination of normative, descriptive and metaethical approaches views concerning that condition and the view of males employed by concerning women, over the course of western confronting issues of responsibility and choice Women and Gender history. Revolution to the present two 100-level courses instructor. Approved 42.472 History of Labor in (c.1 550-1 995). the post-Civil course is War period 3 semester hours in experience faculty equality, A third of the ideas of role in history. History (3-12) jointly administered by an academic member and a sponsoring employer, with about 40 hours of supervised work generating each semester hour. Prerequisite: For history majors, 15 semester hours of power and some 44.222 Women history, including 42.398. in ethical and emphasizes society. An • introduction to concepts such as authority, liberty, justice, as well as the main representative political philosophers and Politics (3) and the broad range recipients of Provides a work-study - political in from Socrates to the present. our increasingly technological society. Prerequisite: 42.497 Internship (3) fundamental devoted to an analysis of contemporary labor-management problems and labor's changing in 44.210 Introduction to Political Theory of organized labor from to the present. in civic life on Surveys the (3) - ways Focuses on policies. alternatives impact the for diversity requirement. the United States and problems and responses Prerequisite: or consent of the in history and policymakers politicians public programs covers the Scientific II emergence and development Other Emphasizes - and makers Examines issues political of public action and divide that unify systems women of issues that find and as the policy. women as they attempt to understand the problems of becoming equal in an unequal society. The United States and Approved as a role of other nations in is women in the explored. diversity course. 44.244 Introduction to Criminal Justice Provides students - (3) may enroll with consent of advisers. Note: A student may not apply more than 3 semester hours of with a comprehensive survey and basic understand- internship toward the fulfillment of the history major, Focuses on crime and criminal majors although a student may enroll more than 3 for semester hours of 42.497. PLS 44.207 Ethics, Politics and Public Policy of female Uses the procedures - and the practices of govern- system. For non-majors. 44.108 Contemporary Political Ideologies to those political beliefs that (3) - Examines and cooperation, power problems of diplomacy and international law. 44.303 Politics and the Arts films, poetry Surveys painting, music, - (3) and novels to between these media and show the relationship concepts, political philosophies and problems. (3) - An introduction shape contemporary politics: nationalism, liberalism, conflict collective security, the settlement of disputes, ments, the performance of and the pressures on the political law, the police, law politics in the international arena, power and examines the of political science to study politics of the criminal justice field. enforcement, courts, corrections and juvenile justice. sources of international Science. Political 44.101 Elements of Political Science (3) processes of and function 44.280 Introduction to International Relations (44) Political Science Administered by Department of ing of the role conservatism, 44.322 Political Violence mass (3) - Surveys political violence, individual, group and concentrating on causes and manifestations. Studies positive and negative socialism, feminism, religious fundamentalism, effectiveness of political violence with the object of populism. placing the 44.120 United States Government and (3) - Introduces government politics in the United States, emphasizing constitutional development, political development, civil rights, parties, elections, pressure groups, the Congress, the president, courts and contemporary problems, such as foreign ment and affairs, defense, unemploy- poverty. (3) - Presents a comparative study of the governance of countries or nation-states in selected developed and less developed regions of the world. meaningful historical and 44.326 Parties, Groups and Public Opinion development of political parties in elections, voter behavior and the role of interest and in World Politics (3) critical (3) - Examines the the United States; political participation; groups and political propa- ganda. to the study of the (3) - Introductory course "management of government business." Examines the multi-dimensional nature of Public Administration by exploring the political, social and economic factors influencing the public sector - An introduction to international politics through an examination of such in 44.336 Public Administration Theory 44.160 Nations, States and Governments 44.181 Contemporary Issues phenomena contemporary contexts. problems as war and administration in the United States. Areas of emphasis include principles of public administration organization theory, personnel management, public budgeting, and implementation and peace, nation-building, revolution, ethnic conflict and public policy formulation democratization. collective bargaining in the public sector. Bloomsburg University 44.363 Soviet and Post Soviet Politics ideology, institutions Page 1 95 Pennsylvania of and Studies the history, (3) - and policies of the Soviet and congressional post-Soviet political systems. politics and governments (3) - of Great Britain, France and 44.446 Constitutional Law (3) I - Africa (3) - - Examines problems powers newly independent states, the struggle for indepen- interpretations of the Congress and federal-state economic and the role of the military political and in politics development, the in political history (3) and internationally. (3) - Considers in philosophical critique. is to familiarize The primary aim of the course made acknowledgement and write 44.405 Development of Political Thought - (3) A chronological historical, show chronological their relation and relevance in myths and judiciaries; the and problems. Offered spring 44.456 Public Policy Studies the institutional and (3) • political context of policy formation and implementation; the among in formulating alternatives and assessing performance. The approach (3) - is Analyzes the substance, of U.S. foreign policy, including and implementation matters. 44.464 Government and Politics of Ireland a are reworked to to and the determinants of policy, policymaking machinery modern models are used Presents local politics; intergovernmental relations; current policies 44.458 U.S. Foreign Policy Analyzes the way but and methods and purposes relationship of American political thought to - (3) pragmatic, applied and interdisciplinary. of seminal political thinkers as political theory. Traditional legislatures, executives policy objectives, choosing from they grapple with perennial problems. (3) - Court. Analyzes programs; and the techniques of analysis and survey from the ancient Greeks to the present. 44.409 American Political Thought Supreme evaluation that are or could be employed in of these contributions. Examines the ideas Studies policy-making by the process for designing and administering government theory and to field of political provide students with the basic tools with which to read, understand, critique - semester only. approaches to students with the contributions by feminists to the (3) a description and analysis of state and local realities of state Explores various strands of feminist political thought and nationalization of accused of crimes, 44.452 State and Local Government and Politics the Iranian revolution, the Iraqi wars. 44.377 Feminist Political Theory of Rights, rights of persons impact of policy-making on American society. and governments of particular the importance of Islam in politics, the ArabIsraeli conflict, related to the individual nature of the policy-making function as well as the - the region and considers their interactions regionally Studies the decisions of the federal courts, primarily the 44.376 Government and Politics of the Middle East particular states in Bill 44.448 Judicial Process democratic theory. Introduces the - semester only. approaches multiculturalism as a new attempt to respond to the challenges that difference poses fall equal protection and voting rights. Offered spring As a theory tion of, our diverse cultural identities. it (3) II and the government, concentrating on Treats the issues of concern generated from an attention to and apprecia- course, Law Supreme Court as they are (3) - of the president, relationships. Offered semester only. 44.447 Constitutional politics in the Republic of South Africa. 44.375 Multiculturalist Theory Supreme Court, concentrating on a case study approach of the court's of dence, attempts to create national unity and create political stability, policy-making roles, Analyzes the evolution, structure and function of the Systems Reviews presidential expectations and myths surrounding these institutions. Germany. 44.371 Political - issues. Explores the constitutional limitations, citizen Examines Western Europe; the in (3) politics, public executive-legislative relationships, constitutional 44.366 Political Systems of Western Europe democracy as practiced 44.440 The President and Congress historic, social, cultural contempoary Ireland with concentration - (3) Surveys religious developments on a study of the govern- and Northern Ireland and the in actions and issues. Covers the main ideas of the ment and leading political thinkers in America from the colonial Republic. Examines contemporary literature, drama, music and period to the present. 44.412 Scope, Approaches and Methods of Political Science (3) - Analyzes the various approaches and methods currently in use in political science research. 44.437 Public Administration Applications theories of public (3) - management and their application in Uses readings, cases and simulations. (3) - Examines public service as a career, the personnel needs of national, and local governments; civil service law, personnel systems; collective bargaining sector and current problems Law and Organizations in in the public the public service. (3) - Examines the nature of international law and politics and surveys in contemporary international law. The course also examines the development of international organizations and selected issues. 44.490 Independent Study in Political Science individualized reading, research 44.438 Public Personnel Administration Irish art. 44.487 International basic issues Examines major the workplace to enhance productivity. state politics of (3) - Provides for and reporting under conditions of minimal supervision. Projects must have departmental approval and be under way by the end of the first week of a session. . Page 1 96 Undergraduate Catalog 44.492 Seminar Government and in problems Politics (3) government and in politics in Examines - 45.242 Juvenile Delinquency an attempt to review and unify theories and methods of site Science (1-15) in Political work experience and designed to give an training social pressures American society, which in and prevention, juvenile courts, ation of treatment Provides for on- - Examines - (3) upon children leads to formation of delinquent personality. Consider- political science. Emphasizes individual research projects. 44.497 Internship operative opportunity to apply the theoretical and descriptive clinics and correctional theories, concepts institutions, evaluation of and relevant empirical research. 45.244 Introduction to Criminal Justice (3) - Offers a compre- the classroom. The student is hensive survey and basic understanding of the role supervised by an instructor and an on-site person. A and function knowledge acquired paper in of the criminal justice field. Attention is given to crime and criminal law, law enforcement, required. is and juvenile police, courts, corrections 45.255 Research Methods for Social Inquiry SOC (45) Sociology Work and 45.133 Introduction to Social Social Welfare (3) orientation to the profession of social social work and an examination of social welfare. Includes and current - An field of historical (3) • and with special in sociology. and education affect the behavior (3) - Examines social impact of multinational corporations on the economy sex roles, science Presents principles and analysis used by sociologists sciences: descriptive tables and and regression. Students collect and statistical analysis order to permit intelligent use and interpretation of and 45.255. statistics. Prerequisites: 45.211 in Social Welfare (3-5) Exploratory practice experience for students considering a social welfare major. Provides an issues such as plant closings and unemployment, the and the environment, in social - (3) statistical 45.297 Introductory Practice Experience - and opportunities of individuals is probed. 45.213 Contemporary Social Problems in social methods are explored. understanding concepts underlying in example, the extent to which race, gender, class, - techniques of the scientific study of the influence of groups, institutions and cultures upon individuals. For religion computers analyze data using computers. Emphasis on Introduces the basic concepts, theories and perspectives of Prerequisite: 45.211. 45.260 Basic Social Statistics correlation 45.211 Principles of Sociology use qualitative Surveys graphs, measures of dispersion, significance tests, population groups. is Some and others work processes, values and practices in various settings Sociology introduction to the research. Criminal Justice. - and includes an quantitative research techniques Administered by Department of Sociology, Social Welfare and justice. (3) problems mobility, aging, family abuse, incest, divorce, alcohol and drug overview of the agency system under the direction of a practice supervisor. Prerequisite: 45.133. 45.316 Urban Sociology of origin - (3) and growth dynamic patterns Presents a sociological analysis of cities with an emphasis on the of social interaction in the changing abuse, social change and disorganization, racism, contemporary urban scene. Views sexism, employment discrimination, crime, alienation a multinational perspective with a special focus on cities mainly from urban regions. Prerequisite: 45.211 and poverty. 45.215 Racial and Ethnic Minority Groups sociological examination of some (3) - Presents a of the major racial, 45.318 Social Stratification class in Examines the (3) - role of social terms of structure, function and persistence Examines ethnic and religious minorities and their divergent any heritages in the contemporary American scene. statements and evaluates current American class of Sport (3) - An introduction to examination of the role of sports on the reciprocal impact institutions of society. and in society. of sports social mobility. relations and styles of (3) - Provides a sociological examination of the traditional and changing institutions of marriage and the family Focuses on family and in contemporary society. marital interaction, roles and (3) - Examines child welfare services, issues and the institutions which affect the social functioning of children. Course welfare degree program. is not in the social (3) - among Examines people, as at the various order their lives and endow them and ritual religion members Topics include belief of as a communities with meaning. systems, the social organization of religion and the relationship between religion and other parts 45.320Sociology of interpersonal familial relations. 45.236 Child Welfare life American classes. Prerequisite: 45.211. 45.319 Religion and Society on sports as a human means by which and Family and of the American class system and provides a close look power and various activity. 45.231 Marriage Covers notable studies critical Focuses Students examine the sociological perspective in classical theoretical relations in terms of status, power, authority Prerequisite: 45.211. 45217 Sociology society. Women (3) the traditional roles of - of the social structure. Explores the development of women in Western society to the present time including both work and family roles. Included is an analysis of the women's movement as a social movement. The course aquaints students with feminist theory within a sociological perspective. Prerequisite: 45.211 and 45.260 or equivalent. Bloomsburg University 45.334 Social Work of Page 197 Pennsylvania and Families Practice with Individuals Examines several orientations (Fall) (3) to 45.443 Sociology of Deviant Behavior problem solving with individuals and families. Emphasizes the essential knowledge, values for and interviewing skills beginning social work practice. Prerequisites: - (Fall) (3) presence and function of deviance Evaluates the mental illness and various types of crime and stigmatized behavior. Examines therapeutically and how handled is it legally through institutionalization 45.133, 45.211, 45.215, 45.297; 48.101, 48.210, and treatment. Attempts to provide a broad 50.101. perspective as well as concrete examples of 45.341 Criminology crime in - (Fall) (3) Discusses the major sociologi- crime and cal theories of justice. Presents the scope of the United States and other countries. Probes each major type of crime, namely, homicide, rape, deviance and punishment. Prerequisite: junior year standing (or 65 semester hours or more). 45.450 Social Work Practice with Small problem-solving interventions property crimes, drug crimes, prostitution and integrating social pornography. Describes and analyzes law enforce- Offered ment system. rationales, and - (3) Penology studies the social methods and consequences interpersonal and punishment, the dynamics within the inmate social order, causes of programs and alternative institution, riots, for family policies. Work Examines the short-term and business fraud, corporate negligence and wrong doings. - Prerequisite: 45.211. Facilitates student's ability to medical behavior and health care systems. Prerequisite: 45.211 or consent of instructor. 45.376 Science and Society (3) - skills and economic focus on and values. Prerequisites: and 45.297, 40.211, 44.120. 45.453 Social Welfare Policy social understand, analyze and evaluate sociological factors (3) - Frameworks for analyzing policies presented with special legislative, judicial and administrative policies. Prerequisites: 45.133, 45.215 (may be taken concurrently), and 45.297 40.211, 44.120. Offered spring semester only. 45.457 Sociology of Community Explores science as the and organizations using the conceptual framework of social 45.133, 45.215 in relation to illness, and Examines problem-solving - (3) interventions with large groups, communities - (3) (3) Surveys the major theoretical Practice With Organizations work knowledge, 45.345 Medical Sociology - (3) assessment and intervention with Communities (Spring) long-term effects of victimization on individuals and political and values. and 45.297; 48.101, 48.210, 50.101. groups from such crimes as family violence, rape, street crime, skills intervention skills for problem solving with families. 45.452 Social Prerequisite: 45.211. 45.343 Victimology (Spring) Utilizes knowledge of rudimentary assessment and the treatment models and - primary emphasis on ecological systems. Covers rehabilitating law breakers. Includes a social history of prisons, jails models (3) small groups work knowledge, 45.451 Family Counseling of punishing Group in semester only. Prerequisites: 45.133, fall 45.211, 45.215 Prerequisite: 45.211. theoretical any society. Examines current methods in of rehabilitation white-collar crime, political crime organized crime, 45.342 Penology (Spring) Includes in society. and research (3) - Reviews and examines of communities. Gives special organized activities of an occupational community. theories Examines the development emphasis to the American community. Prerequisite: of science institution, its social organization in and its internal and external as an modern society politics. Prerequisite: 45.211 or consent of instructor. 45.400 Sociology of 45.211. 45.461 Social Problems Focuses on Mass Communication (3) - An in-depth in Rural-Urban Communities social (3) - problems peculiar to and characteristic of rural and small urban communities. be made of the discussion of the cognitive and behavioral affects of An mass media, major social problems. Emphasizes problems which especially television social structure of the communications particularly its influence political on audiences, the research articles in the result in the dysfunctioning of patterned social industry, on media content and the use of mass media. Students field. eclectic theoretical interpretation will relationships. critique latest Prerequisites: 45.211 and junior status. 45.462 Sociological Theory (3) (3) - Reinforces and extends earlier learning in research techniques and methods by the views of economy and human influence and local levels of social policy planning and the use levels of society. impact on their the 20th century. Studies all Karl condition as well as their on contemporary perspectives, namely, the and functional approaches, sociology of knowledge, phenomenological sociology and of social of these indicators within conflict forms of and structure, social organization, analysis and preparation of social indicators at the and analysis. Promotes understanding in classical Max Weber, Emile Durkheim and Marx on the social focusing on systematic step-by-step understanding, indicators Examines the development of theory 45.441 Social Indicators federal, state - social theory from the 19th century symbolic interactionism. Prerequisite: 45.211. Page 1 98 Undergraduate Catalog 45.465 Computer Applications in the Social Sciences computer use for the introduction to An - (3) (through use of SPSS). Emphasizes translating (3) - Studies aging, 45.260 or similar programs statistics course. Offered spring semester only. of instructor. Offered in spring (3) of major research Stresses design and construction - methods and procedures used social research. Special emphasis on survey population, its major theories, distributions composition, changes and future developments of population and impacts vital processes. Prerequisite: 45.211. 45.468 Social Service Planning (3) - and/or human Provides an advanced and implementation levels of organization. people in A analysis of the social critical (3) - and services on of interest family, criminology, social services and semester. Prerequisites: Senior status; 18 semester hours of sociology and social work; and consent of Sociology - (3) federal, investiga- 45.496 Sociology Internship Program (1-15) - Designed institutional field and/or college-approved, Prerequisites: Consent of the off-campus chosen professional field. and department instructor chairperson. 45.497 Social Welfare Internship (10-15) Provides the social - apply knowledge, theory and understanding extracted and evaluates the demonstration competencies in development skill of beginning working with individuals, families, groups organizations and communities. 45.466 and 45.498 may be taken concurrently. Prerequisites: 45.450, 45.452, 45.453, 40.211, 44.120, 48.210. 45.498 Integrative Methods Seminar Welfare the instructor. in and private, local, state and correctional agencies. 45.133, 45.211, 45.215, 45.260, 45.297, 45.334, special populations. Usually offered in the spring 45.471 Independent Study necessary to activities from the foundation courses. Fosters Provides for individual research and reports with-in selected areas such as the and criminal justice agencies, including welfare major with the opportunity to integrate and a service-oriented, post-industrial society. 45.470 Senior Seminar projects of social services at federal, state and local effects of social policy, planning in activities related to student's consideration of the social context of the development of social policy, planning and on-the-job primarily for the junior or senior working in a specific of population problems on society as influenced by tory An - which students are exposed to the in accomplish jobs public human Studies semester only. 45.495 Criminal Justice Internship (1-15) responsibilities, skills the instructor. (3) • of the aging. Prerequisite: 45.211 or consent apprenticeship in research. Prerequisites: 45.211, 45.260 or consent of 45.467 Population Problems major Examines the contemporary issues, problems and statistical results. Prerequisites: 45.466 Social Research its psychological and cultural consequences of aging. questions into data analysis and interpretation of Allows student to (3) - in An examination Social Work and of social from a system theory perspective and Social work practice its functional pursue individualized instruction in-depth with a faculty relevance to contemporary social problems. Internship member and other practice experiences are in a specific area of the field not covered in current courses. Prerequisites: 45.211 and consent of instructor, chairperson and members of the depart- 45.474 Contemporary Environmental Issues some major human problems tal Examines (3) - that lead to deterioration, parti-cularly water, air pollution, this review course. Course is critical elements in taken concurrently with or after the social welfare internship. Prerequisites: 45.133, 45.211, 45.215, 45.260, 45.297, 45.334, ment environmen- and noise energy and other resource depletion and increasing population density. Prerequisite: 45.211. 45.477 45.490 Sociology of Aging theoretical themes, patterns of living, socic- social sciences Community Land Use Planning (3) - Introduces the 45.450, 45.452, 45.453, 40.211. ANT (46)Anthropology Administered by Department of Anthropology. 46.101 Introduction to Anthropology (3) students with no background - in A beginning course for anthropology. community planning process and the theoretical Provides an overview of peoples and cultures of the perspectives relevant to community land use world today and of the past as well as the fossil planning. Examines selected substantive planning evidence for human evolution. Topics problem areas living primates, the local community. Students in formulate, develop and present a community land use Work (3) - Presents a sociological 46.102 Anthropology and World Problems origins of global problems Studies formal and informal work organizations, job cultural solutions to and dissatisfaction, structure and organization of industrial and post-industrial societies and relationship between work organizations within communities and and may include kinship, marriage and sex roles. Not for students examination of work and the milieu of the worker. satisfaction religion who have taken 46.200, 46.210 or 46.220. plan. Prerequisite: 45.211. 45.478 Sociology of magic and society. Prerequisite: 45.211. cultural values holistically - Explores the those problems. Investigates and solutions of tribal peoples and compares them ized nations in terms of their implications. (3) and evaluates the variety of Approved as a to those of industrial- consequences and diversity course. Bloomsburg University Page 199 Pennsylvania of 46.200 Principles of Cultural Anthropology cross-cultural study of all (3) 46.312 South American Archaeology Provides a - human behaviors prehistoric cultures of in contemporary cultures. Topics surveyed include age and kinship socialization; language; sex, and magic; marriage and the religion and economic behavior; cultural civilizations of the Andean family; political change; and the arts. Anthropological methodology and the concept of culture also are stressed. Approved as a examination of humankind human to the Provides a worldwide (3) development of early urban origins and the Cultures. Prerequisites: 46.101 or 46.200 or 46.210 or consent of the instructor. Approved as a Indicates stresses (3) Presents a - Origins (3) - similarities in key rise of states. and society and the social environ- and musical expression. Approved as literary, artistic in the United States - (3) Explores the varieties of ethnic experience in the United States. human origin of the social units of uniquely anthropological perspective students a sense of how a formed and maintained humans. Men and Women: An natural areas. a diversity course. 46.333 Ethnic Identity Studies the emergence and of and on the natural and ment; national character; religion and world view; and writing. development of humans, the biological basis 46.260 role played the development of societies in contrasting cultural prehistory from the origins of Focuses on regional differences and fossil in 46.320 Contemporary World Cultures evolutionary transitions including sedentary lifeways, culture of comparative analysis of selected non-European 46.210 Prehistoric Archaeology Human A survey diversity course. diversity course. 46.220 - Andean zone and the by the Amazonian region roles; (3) South America. Emphasizes the Anthropological Perspective (3) • in is utilized to cultural-ethnic identity is our society. Special attention paid to Italians and Latinos (including Puerto Ricans) A cross-cultural and evolutionary perspective on sex as examples of extremely role behavior in past and contemporary experiences. Prerequisite: 46.200. Approved as a Examines sex roles in cultures. roles in hunting and 46.340 Native North America gathering, horticultural, pastoralist, peasant and other preindustrial societies are described as well as sex roles in modern industrial societies. and environmental theories different immigrant diversity course. nonhuman primates and humans. Examines sex Covers genetic of sex role behavior. North America 46.350 Medical Anthropology concepts of health, care delivery (3) - Surveys native cultures of and early in prehistoric (3) - historic periods. Studies of cross-cultural illness and curing as in industrialized cultures. well as health Includes the Prerequisite: 3 semester hours of anthropology. topics of divination and diagnosis, sorcery and Approved as a witchcraft in healing, public health diversity course. 46.290 Race and Racism (3) - Studies race from holistic and cross-cultural perspectives. Explores biological nature of race through investigation of human racial categories in cultures and societies worldwide. Approved as a diversity course. 46.300 Archaeological Method and Theory (3) - and preventive medicine, alcoholism and drug use and the medical knowledge of tribal and peasant Approved societies. as a diversity course. evolution. Considers socio-cultural aspect through a comparative study of 46.360 Pseudoscience (3) - Sharpens and deepens understanding critical of thinking skills human systems belief and ethics by examining how science operates and Explores the evaluating extraordinary ideas that claim to be modern theoretical foundations of archaeology. scientific. Investigates scientific-creationism, Students read and discuss original contributions to the UFOs, field and learn A give methods in preparation for actual fantastic archeology, ESP, dowsing and others. 46.370 Indigenous Cultures of Modern Mexico (3) - Presents modem fieldwork. Prerequisite: 46.210 or consent of the an introduction instructor. Mexico, including Nahua, Otomi. Purepecha, Huastec, 46.301 Field Archaeology (3-6) - Provides various prehistoric cultures in States. Students learn excavation techniques, become visit field investigation of northeastern United field trips and is both historical rituals, sociopolitical organization, customs, religion, folk art, economics and culture community that studies our change from an anthropological perspective. Surveys the prehistoric 46.430 or 46.333 or 46.340 or consent of instructor. Prerequisite: 46.101 or 46.102 or 46.200 or 46.310 or past. 46.310 Aztecs and Mayans cultures of Mexico (3) - and Central America. Emphasis on the development of Aztec and Approved as a Zapotec, Mixtec and Maya. Focus and contemporary. Treats such subjects as sacred and secular and recording important sites during part of a unique to the indigenous cultures of Mayan civilizations. diversity course. 46.311 Archaeology of Northeastern North America (3) - Surveys the prehistoric cultures of the area from arrival of the first inhabitants through early historic times. Provides a laboratory for the study of broader issues of socio-cultural processes. Prerequisite: 46.210 or consent of the instructor. Undergraduate Catalog Page 200 46.385 Anthropology Research and Writing Skills (3) 46.495 Special Topics - Familiarizes students with information sources in anthropology. Students learn how to instruction access those sources and to write and present research paper in Anthropology (3) - Provides for and student research within selected areas of interest not available in other courses. Prerequisite: 18 semester hours of anthropology or consent of the in anthropology. Basics of statistical analysis are instructor. covered. Students write, revise and present a 46.497 Internship Anthropology in (3-15) - An on-site training research paper on an anthropological topic. Prerequi- and learning experience site: 46.200, 46.210, 46.220. opportunities to apply theoretical and descriptive 46.390 Socialization of the Child and adjustment (3) Examines - life knowledge experience of the individual through infancy, methods social and 46.405 Primates (3) religious activities. Prerequisite: 46.200. - diversity course. Studies the various phenomena affecting and socio- life human origins. language in human - Studies psychology as a scientific inquiry into the nature The place of oral or non-oral evolution and contemporary and processes concerned with human in individuals and and social social settings. - psychosocial competence 48.160 Basic Statistics cognition and the role of language in education. (3) - in adulthood. Introduces fundamental statistical concepts and principles providing a foundation for diversity course. research methodology for students - (3) Surveys interpretation South America including the ecological background, descriptive, correlation archaeology and cultural patterns. Approved as a procedures for analyzing data. diversity course. Anthropology (3) - Independent study by a student with faculty guidance of a particular research problem in anthropology. The research problem either extends current course content or deals faculty member and A problem is the student working together. Intensive survey of the leading of anthropological special and ethnological practical application to 46.475 Field Methods class discussion and field experience observation. Experience in and its origins, forms, beliefs (3) - A - Provides in participatant field reports. comparative analysis of the role of religion in society with particular reference to nonliterate societies. Anthropological theories and methods and issues in develop- but within a life-span developmental perspective. 48.211 Child Psychology (3) - Studies normal development interrelationships among Emphasizes prenatal various aspects of and social factors. to adolescent development. Prerequisite: 48.101. 48.212 Adolescence (3) - Studies developmental, personal and of religion, historical contemporary. Approved as a diversity course. from childhood and emerge strive for adulthood. Prerequisite: 48.101. 48.251 Psychological Foundations of Education (3) - Examines principles of psychology as applied to the classroom. elements and symbolism of religious and behavior; the traditional topics social issues confronting adolescents as they interviewing, surveying, organizations and writing ethnographic Discusses biological, cognitive, personality kinship charting, mapping, studying complex 46.480 Religion and Magic Examines the psychology - modern problems. Cultural Anthropology (3) in (3) interpretation with of culture - human development from conception to death. and the methods and theories emphasis on the concept (3) inferential statistical Prerequisite: 48.101. chosen by the 46.470 History of Anthropological Thought and Theory of and mental psychology such as cognition and personality, with an area not covered in the current course offerings in anthropology. not be and application of commonly used 48.210 Life-Span Psychology in who need mathematically inclined. Discusses computation, introduction to the aboriginal, non-literate cultures of 46.466 Independent Study Examines the personal meaning of psychological adjustment. Emphasizes stress and coping concepts and discourse analysis, multilingualism, language and 46.450 Peoples and Cultures of South America and behavior of humans. Presents major concepts, 48.131 Psychology of Adjustment (3) cultures. Topics discussed include: dialectal variation, Approved as a 48.101 General Psychology (3) functioning 46.220 or any biology course. (3) - (48) Psychology principles 9 semester hours of anthropology or 46.440 Language and Culture PSY system of emphasis on the development of socio-biological traits relating to Prerequisite: and and government Administered by Department of Psychology. primate behavior; ecology, social cultural adaption, with in private institutional settings.. of introducing children to adult economic, Approved as a anthropology that provides of archaeology, cultural anthropology physical anthropology middle childhood and youth. Reviews contrasting in and Emphasizes learning processes as affected by environmental, experiential and developmental factors. Prerequisite: 48.101. 48.253 Social Psychology with emphasis on and attraction, (3) - Studies interpersonal behavior affiliation, interpersonal perception group behavior and conformity, change and compliance. Prerequisite: 48.101. attitude Bloomsburg University Page 201 Pennsylvania of 48.254 Psychological Aspects of Social Issues Examines - (3) 48.340 Community Psychology - (3) ( Surveys theory, the application of psychological theories and research and action concerning the relationships techniques to existing social issues and between the individual and community their relationship to alternative ethical viewpoints regarding social issues selected by the instructor for study. diversity, and methods - (3) Introduces experimental design, statistical analysis and issues and confounding. Covers one, of control experimentation as well as issues developmental, educational and psychology from an experimental perspective. Prerequisites: and 48.160 48.101 (with a minimum grade all (3) the application of experimental principles laboratory setting. Students learn Academic Psychology of C principles of psychology. Provides (3) • an intensive and requires students to lead discussion groups. in statistical - in Deals with 48.281 48.282 , and consent of the 48.350 Psychology of Sex and Gender a APA writing format theoretical development and implications men and women from apply concepts of experimental design analytic, learning, sociological research projects with both week experience human and with rats as subjects Prerequisites: 48.101, 48.160, 48.281, minimum grade all A five- required. with (3) Studies the development of - and familial developments and psychology of death and dying. Emphasizes human behavior emphasis on the aging process. (Fall) (3) and test of 48.335 Abnormal Psychology C (3) all or consent of the instructor. - Surveys the description, causation, prevention and treatment of maladaptive behavior and psychological disorders. Considers biological, psychological and social factors. Prerequisites: 48.101, 48.160, 48.281, all with of C, 48.282. 48.336 Theories of Personality (Fall) (3) - critical study of organization of personality. Considers personality from psychoanalytic, social, individual, self and learning points of view. Prerequisites: 48.101, 48.160, 48.281, with Surveys the minimum grade related to the activation of behavior. Prerequisites: 48.101, 48.160. 48.281 or consent of the instructor. 48.360 Cognitive Psychology (3) - Examines the major and research ways in in the area of which mental processes such as memory, perception, language and theoretical classical (Fall) (3) - with Examines the and experimental bases animal and all of C, 48.282. human of learning in behaviors. Emphasis is on and operant condition and the experimental analysis of behavior. Prerequisites 48.101, 48.160, 48.281. 48.282 or consent of the instructor. 48.380 Behavioral Neuroscience (Spring) relationship (3) - Studies the between psychological processes and physiological activity. Reviews neurological and biochemical bases of behavior with emphasis on the A theories explaining development, structure and instructor. and experimental evidence 48.375 Psychology of Learning test evaluation. Prerequisites: 48.101, 48.160, 48.281, minimum grade - (Fall) (3) Studies theories, research methodologies activities. minimum grade reliability, norms. Provides background for minimum grade of C. Prerequisites: 48.101, 48.160, 48.281, practical aspects of psychological testing with emphasis on and psycho- and anthropological problem solving may be empirically studied. - Introduces the logic of psychological measurement validity minimum grade cognition and presents the Prerequisite: 48.101. and Measurements including the applied with theoretical perspectives between young adulthood and senescence with 48.321 Psychological Tests for the daily lives of perspectives. Prerequisites: 48.101, 48.160, 48.281, all and the direction on aging, special problems of aging, sex differences during adulthood, vocational, marital Examines the fundamental determinants of human and animal our culture. Includes topics on the effects of social environment - psychological historical, biological, 48.356 Psychology of Motivation of C. 48.311 Adulthood and Aging in a variety of rats. is in experiences of males and females. Views gender role and graphic computer packages. in instructor. (3) and research issues Extensive laboratory research required. Students all C General Psychology in Extensive writing or research reports required. with of additional semester hours in psychology.. Prerequisites: Junior standing; 48.101, 48.160, 48.282 Experimental Psychology: Applications adults Prerequisites: minimum grade with review of the content taught each). and community research. Sharpens and expands knowledge of the basic in social, clinical of 48.101, 48.160, 48.281, and 6 human community change citizen participation, 48.341 Theory and Practice of two and three factor designs. Surveys classic Topics promotion of health and socioemotional competence, Prerequisite: 48.101. 48.281 Experimental Psychology: Methodology life. include the psychological sense of community, of C, 48.282 or consent of the synergistic functions of the nervous system, sense organs and glandular system. Prerequisites: 48.101, 48.160, 48.281, 48.282 or consent of the instructor. 48.401 History of Psychology development of (3) modem - Studies the historical psychology and compares present-day models of behavior within an historical framework. Prerequisites: 90 semester hours and completion of one of the following courses: 48.360, 48.375, 48.380, 48.335, 48.436 or consent of the instructor. Page 202 Undergraduate Catalog 48.406 Psychology Seminar (3) - Provides for an advanced 48.497 Practicum in Psychology (3-15) - Provides application knowledge through study, observa- consideration of significant topics in psychology. of psychological Requires reports and discussions of current research tion and may be repeated with change a total of 15 semester hours. Prerequisites: 90 credit and consent sites: 48.101 48.436 Theories of Personality (3) in topic. A critical lytic, and dynamics and learning points Prerequisite: 48.101, 48.160, 48.281 C of in programs, in BIO of view. (minimum grade (3) - Surveys of C each) and consent of the in in hospital mental health and models Presents major concepts and - (3) I principles of biology relating to 50.102 General Biology of psychotherapy. II (3) - Studies biology from the and behavioral perspective ecological, evolutionary with emphasis on humankind. Prerequisite: 50.101. the instructor. Not applicable to biology major. 48.451 Laboratory Training Group Processes in (3) - Offers on- 50.107 Medical Terminology (1) Studies roots, prefixes and - going experience on topics including norm-setting, suffixes of medical terms via leadership, problem solving, role playing cooperation/ Recommended competition and decision making. Class size limited to 20 students. Prerequisite: 48.101 and consent of the Offered fall (3) - industrial, instruction. Not applicable to biology major. Pass/fail credit only. - (4) Introduces fundamental principles of zoology as applied to representative Describes the application of psychological theory programmed for students in the health sciences. 50.110 Biology of Animals semester only. 48.453 Organizational Psychology study of humans. Lecture and discussion. Not applicable to biology major. Prerequisites: 48.101, 48.335 or 48.436 or consent of instructor. for (50) Biology 50.101 General Biology assessment and diagnosis. clinical May be repeated Administered by Department of Biological and Allied Health role of the clinical community and Examines concepts a community. Sciences. psychology and the psychologist in instructor. of each), 48.282. 48.439 Introduction to Clinical Psychology clinical (minimum grade study of theories Considers personality from psychoana- social, trait, self and practice hours and completion of 48.101, 48.160, 48.281 of the instructor. - explaining development, structure personality. Prerequi- and research groups of animals. Laboratory work emphasizes to the comparative development, anatomy, physiology and business, profit and nonprofit behavior of representative animals. Three hours service, military and governmental organizations. Emphasizes the interaction of individual perceptions, lecture/3 group dynamics and organizational climate and strategies to maximize the satisfaction and hours laboratory per week. 50.111 General Biology Laboratory (1)- Offers "handsK)n" experience emphasizing biological concepts. effective- Two hours laboratory per week. Prerequisite: 50.101 or ness of each component within and between complex concurrent. Not applicable to biology major. organizations. Prerequisite: 48.101, 48.253 or consent 50.120 Biology of Plants (4) - Introduces fundamental principles of instructor. Offered spring semester only. of biology 48.464 Advanced Experimental Design (Spring, odd-numbered years) (3) - as applied to the plant kingdom. Three hours of lecture/3 hours laboratory per week. Presents an advanced consideration of the 50.173 Anatomy and Physiology (4) - I planning, conduct and evaluation of research in the An introductory course integrating the structure and function of the human behavioral and biological sciences, employing body. Covers fundamental principles of anatomy and parametric and nonparametric statistics. Emphasizes physiology, the chemical basis of life, cell structure inferential statistics, design, analysis, interpretation and function, and computer tissues, integumentary system, skeletal utilization. Prerequisites: 48.101, system, muscular system, nervous system and 48.160, 48.281, 48.282 or consent of the instructor. special senses. Three hours of lecture/3 hours of 48.466 Independent Study via either review in Psychology and research Studies a topic (3) - laboratory per week. Not applicable to biology major. of technical psycho- 50.174 Anatomy and Physiology II (4) - Introductory course logical literature or empirical manipulation of variables integrating the structure and function of the in the field human or laboratory under supervision of a body. Covers blood and defense mechanisms, psychology faculty member. Requires written report cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, respiratory on results of study. Prerequisites: instructor, departmental approval Consent of the and approval by the system, digestive system, metabolism, nutrition, urinary system, fluid and electrolyte balance, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. endocrine system, reproductive system, growth and 48.476 Principles of Behavior Modification (3) application of learning principles to - Studies the change behavior development and human genetics. Three hours in lecture/3 both individual and group settings. Prerequisites: 48.101, 48.160, 48.281, all with minimum grade hours laboratory per week. Prerequisite: 50.173 or consent of the instructor. Not applicable to of C. biology major. . Bloomsburg University 50.200 Dendrology of Page 203 Pennsylvania Covers the basic principles of (3) 50.240 Introductory Microbiology dendrology: the identification, biology and economic significance of trees on and shrubs. Emphasis tree species of eastern North American is placed forests. Two hours of lecture and 10 hours of laboratory per week. Summer session only. Prerequisite: 50.120. 50.205 Introduction to Nutrition (3) - A foundation of nutritional concepts and practices that can be applied to personal lives and incorporated nutritional into careers. in and in health. Not applicable to biology major. 50.211 Invertebrate Zoology (3) - Studies the principal phyla of which they and behaviors in the ecosystems participate. Field trip component Science Consortium, Wallops Island, major. 50.242 Biology of Microorganisms - (4) Introduces the fundamental principles of nomenclature, classification, in Marine at integrated into a systematic approach to classical microbiology as it relates to humans and the environment. Three hours of lecture/3 hours of Va., includes 50.252 Field Zoology (Summer/odd-numbered years) (3) - Studies animals (mainly vertebrates) with emphasis on field observation and recognition and some additional student costs. Three hours lecture/2 hours collections. Also the class visits various field laboratory per week. Prerequisite zoologists' study sites to learn about this profession. 50.212 Vertebrate Zoology (Fall) (3) - : 50.110. Studies the biology of vertebrate animals, emphasizing natural history, physiology, morphology, taxonomy and behavior. Reviews evolutionary and ecological aspects of each class. Includes laboratory work with living and Field trip to Wallops Island Two hours of lecture/3 hours of laboratory per week. at additional student cost. Prerequisite: 50.110 or consent of the instructor. 50.253 Freshwater Biology (Summer) (3) - Emphasizes the chemical, physical and biological aspects of Two hours preserved specimens to familiarize students with freshwater environments. representative individuals of the major classes of this hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: 50.110 group. Field trip component at the Marine Science Consortium, Wallops Island, student costs. Two hours of Va., includes additional lecture/3 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: 50.110. emphasis on development, (3) - Explores the societal and responsible decision making. Three hours of lecture and discussion per week. Not structure, reproduction and selected ecological aspects. of the instructor. 50.254 Social Implications of Biology values, ethics - Provides a phylogenetic study of major nonvascular plants with an and 50.120 or consent of lecture/3 implications of current thought in biology. Addresses 50.221 Comparative Biology of Nonvascular Plants (3) Two applicable to biology major. 50.263 Field Botany (Summer/even-numbered years) (3) - Field identification of local vascular plants, principles hours lecture/3 hours laboratory per week. Prerequi- of plant systemics, ecology site: 50.120. of lecture/3 hours laboratory per week. Prerequisite: 50.222 Comparative Biology of Vascular Plants (3) - Provides a phylogenetic study of major vascular plants with emphasis on tion their development, structure, reproduc- and selected ecological and paleobotanical aspects. Two hours of lecture/3 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: 50.120. 50.231 Biology of Aging (3) - The biological on these processes in of the humans. Discussions include studies of aging at the molecular, cellular, systems and organism levels of organizations. Three hours lecture per week. Not applicable to biology major. Human Genetics (3) - and evolution. Two hours 50.120 or consent of the instructor. 50.271 Cell Biology (4) - Examines the structure and function Emphasis on general of the cell and principles and processes by which its organelles. Explores the principles of human genetics and their application to problems in anthropology, biology, medicine, psychology, sociology and special education. Three hours of lecture/discussion per week. Prerequisite: 50.101, 50.110 or 50.120 or consent of the instructor. all cells function. Three hours of lecture/3 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: 50.110 or 50.120 mechanisms aging process are discussed with special emphasis 50.233 and 2 laboratory per week. invertebrate animals in relation to their anatomy, classification lecture hours laboratory per week. Not applicable to biology world. Microbial interrelationships and control are the media and controversial issues in Two hours various industrial processes. growth, metabolism and genetics of the microbial the marketplace, analyzing nutritional information nutrition span, making food life and other microorganisms with bacteria, viruses consideration of their relationship to public health and microscopy, cytology and anatomy, cultivation, requirements for optimal health and performance throughout the choices Concepts include Presents elementary - (3) aspects of morphology, metabolism and cultivation of 50.290 Writing Biology in (3) - communication useful in and 52.115 or 52.118. Provides experience in in types of a natural science with a basis experimentally acquired information. Emphasizes types of written communication; includes oral presentations. Prerequisites: 20.101 or 20.104 and completion of two biology courses 50.242). Word processing mended. skills ( 50.110, 50.120 or are highly recom- Page 204 50.331 Undergraduate Catalog Embryology (Spring/even-numbered years) - (3) 50.361 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy (Spring/odd- Reviews the patterns, processes and principles of numbered years) animal development. Laboratory studies emphasize of the chordates emphasizing the vertebrate classes. descriptive embryology of a number emphasis Marine Science Consortium, Wallops Island, Va., includes additional student costs. lecture/3 Field trip Two hours of Wallops (3) - Addresses mechanisms of heredity in and gene action. Three hours of - Studies the structure and body systems. Laboratory studies include the use of prepared microscope slides and color photomicrographs. will Two hours hours laboratory per lecture/3 week. Prerequisite: 50.271 or consent of instructor. vary. Prerequisite: 50.271. (4) (3) - function of vertebrate cells and tissues from various lecture/ 2 hours of laboratory per week. Laboratory hours 50.342 Medical Bacteriology Marine Science Consortium, of lecture/3 hours of laboratory per week. 50.364 Vertebrate Histology crossing over, chromosomal modifications, nucleic acids at Island, Va., includes additional student costs. Prerequisite: 50.110 or consent of the instructor. animals and plants; Mendelian inheritance, linkage, probability, placed on the lamprey, shark and cat. is component Two hours hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: 50.110 or consent of the instructor. 50.332 Genetics Presents a comparative study adaptations and evolutionary trends. Laboratory component at Field trip - Attention given to structure, morphogenesis, functional of representative vertebrates with emphasis on amphibian, avian and mammalian development. (3) Provides a study of bacteria capable of causing disease 50.365 Histological and Histochemical Techniques humans. Emphasizes in Provides theory and practice in (3) the use of histological laboratory aspects of bacterial disease but includes and histochemical techniques pathogenicity, identification, diagnosis, treatment and Fixation, preparation prevention. Three hours of lecture/3 hours of staining of various animal tissues. laboratory per week. Prerequisites: 50.242 and hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: 50.364 or 50.271. 50.343 Immunology 52.131 (3) - Introduction to components and functions of human immune system; immunology to infectious disease, blood transfusion application of organ transplantation and cancer; consideration of conditions involving the immune system such as 50.366 recommended (Spring) (3) - genetics organic/biochemistry and/or infectious to biology major. plant diseases, the biology of plant impact of diseases on human pathogens and the affairs. principles of plant pathology: disease classification, to disease modes (4) - Studies function of the following mammalian tissue and cardiovascular and urinary. Neural and chemical control. Laboratory stresses of diseased tissues and laboratory per week. Prerequisites: 50.242 and 50.271 or consent of the instructor. processes of the aforementioned are emphasized. Three hours of lecture/3 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: 50.271, 52.131 Introduces principles and and 52.216 or consent of the instructor. A background and algebra and, at least, in organic chemistry sophomore standing recommended. 50.372 Plant Physiology (Spring) ; - Mammalian Physiology principles of cell physiology that are basic to the and pathogen research techniques. Three hours of lecture/2 hours of 50.351 General Ecology (3) communication disorders. Not applicable systems; blood, metabolic, neuromuscular, pathogens and disease symptoms, histology that relate to the Lecture stresses of pathogenesis, host response and disease identification of plant of vascular neck and thorax. hours laboratory per week. Preference given 50.371 Principles of Examines the nature of the head, hearing and speech mechanisms. Three hours lecture/2 - or consent of the instructor. Emphasizes the organ systems to students in (3) lecture/4 Focuses on the anatomy, physiology and development immunodeficiencies (AIDS), allergies and autoimmune diseases recommended. One hour Anatomy and Physiology: Head, Neck and Thorax diseases. Prerequisites: 50.271; and a background in 50.350 Plant Pathology a laboratory format. in embedding, sectioning and (3)- An introduction to plant function including discussions of water relations, concepts pertaining to energy flow, limiting factors, carbohydrate metabolism and translocation, habitat studies, succession patterns and population photosynthesis, mineral nutrition, plant growth studies at the species, interspecies and level. Field trip component at the Marine Science may incur additional and lodging. Two hours lecture/ Consortium, Wallops Island, student costs for food community Va., hormones and growth and development. Three hours lecture per week. Prerequisites: 50.120 and 50.271, 52.131 or 52.216 or consent of the instructor. 50.380 Biology Seminar (1) - Emphasizes preparation and 3 hours laboratory per week. Prerequisite: 50.110 or presentation of biological topics 50.120 or consent of the instructor. formats. Prerequisite: junior standing or semester hours completed. in both oral and written minimum of 64 Bloomsburg University 50.390 Independent Study Biology in Page 205 Pennsylvania of I - (1-3) 50.450 Mycology Acquaints and analysis by engaging collection a program of in research with the aid of a faculty member. Research culminates in a scholarly paper written by the student survey of the kingdom Fungi, critical and Deuteromycota. Lectures cover the topics genetics, systematics, ecology and evolution. investigation in a form suitable for publication. Refer to higher fungi, laboratory techniques and Two hours independent study Prerequisite: junior standing. Prerequisites: Biology in I - (1-3) and analysis by engaging a program of in - (3) in week genetics instructor. Presents the science of preserving biodiversity and sustaining the earth. economics, sociology and Studies effects of radiation on - (3) ; Draws on and synthesizes information from the on the development organisms and nuclear structure; studies living mycology. fields of ecology, evolution, genetics, philosophy, Prerequisite: 50.390. 50.411 Radiation Biology 50571 one course 50.451 Conservation Biology research with the aid of a faculty member. scientific field of lecture/3 hours of laboratory per recommended; or consent of the Acquaints students with techniques of scientific research, data collection of morphology, physiology, biochemistry, cytology, section on cooperative education, internship and 50.391 Independent Study political science. Emphasis of strategies for preserving fundamental properties of radiation, including physical, populations, species, biological communities and chemical and genetic effects on plants and animals entire from cells to whole organisms; studies application radiochemicals in biological studies. Minimum of of ecosystems 50.232, 50.233, 53.141 or consent of the instructor. of and contributions toward of evolution made by Studies the major concerns of the theory - 50.332 or 50.351 or permission of the instructor. Microbial and Molecular Genetics A - (3) study of synthesis and gene regulation using viruses, bacteria chromosome plasmids, transposons, recombinant laboratory per week. Prerequisites: 52.341 ; Two genetic (3) - will vary. of the following: 50.242, 50.332, Describes human chromosome of syndromes and the effects abnormalities. Explores relationships cell of lecture/2 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: 50.233 or 50.332 50.442 Virology of Mammals (3) Introduces viral structure, and pathogenesis. Studies entail the diagnosis, prevention and treatment disease in and families of viruses that humans and other cause mammals. Includes such current topics as AIDS and tumor Prerequisites: At least in virology. one course from 50.332, 50.342, 50.343, Chemistry 52.341 microbiology recommended. ; neotropical biology. is background A one to two week required and students expenses exclusive of tuition will and fees trip incur of approximately $2,000. Prerequisites: 50.110; 50.120; ; 41.105 or consent of the instructor. 50.455 Environmental Microbiology (3) - Studies the interactions of microbes with plants The air, and animals and water and soil habitats. roles of microbes in biogeochemical cycling, and waste management are reviewed. Lab experience microbes in in 50.457 Entomology sampling, counting and monitoring the environment. Four hours per week. may be required. Prerequisite: 50.242 in (3) • Studies the physiology, morphology, behavior, classification and general biology of the A collecting students to classification, replication, genetics of viral infection readings insects. and 50.271; or consent of the instructor. - a seminar, or consent of instructor. culture methods, microscopic techniques and karyotype preparation. Two hours will deliver and study selected turn in a field trip notebook Additional time between chromosomes, oncogenes and cancer. Laboratory studies include American neotropics. Students pollution on development. their effects genetic Studies the biology of the - with each other in natural Examines structure and behavior chromosomes and (3) neotropics with an emphasis on the Central or South 50.351 and two hours of The laboratory hours richness Prerequisites: 50.110; 50.120; 50.351; 41.105 or travel or permission of instructor. 50.441 Cytogenetics of DNA and for preserving the Three hours of seminar per week. to the neotropics DNA structure, genetic recombination, analysis. Three hours of lecture management earth. write a term paper, participate in class discussions, macromolecules, macromolecular complexes, protein and lower eukaryotes. Topics include of on 50.453 Neotropical Biology and ecology. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: life consent of the instructor. their solutions genetics, paleontology, systematica human the face of growing Brings scientific principles and theory to bear on 4 problems (3) in populations and their impact on the environment. hours per week including laboratory. Prerequisite: 50.430 Evolution 50.432 A Laboratory stresses comparative morphology of that presents findings of the laboratory or field - - (3) with emphasis on the Ascomycota, Basidiomycota students with techniques of scientific research, data for study. collect, period provides an opportunity for mount and properly display Taxonomic emphasis family. Equivalent to 5 laboratory. limited to order insects and hours per week including . Page 206 Undergraduate Catalog 50.458 Fungal Ecology (3) - A broad treatment of the ecology of fungi, examination of such topics as fungal litter, ecology of aquatic fungi, community structure of soil and/or dung fungi, (3) - Presents history, life taxonomy and morphology physiology, decomposition of wood and bark, fungal decomposition of forest 50.470 Medical Parasitology of parasites of medical importance to humankind. Special attention given to aspects such as pathology, clinical symptomology, diagnosis, prevention and treatment. ecology of predaceous fungi and aspects of mycorrhizal Laboratory work stresses identification of parasitic symbioses. Topics vary with each semester. disease through Laboratory includes field component and stresses demonstration of basic principles, testing existing and new hypotheses and research formulating Two hours techniques. of lectures/3 hours of laboratory per week. consent of the instructor. 50.459 Ornithology bird identification in the field by song and Two hours of lecture/3 hours of laboratory week. Some study off-campus may be required. aspects. per trip consent of the instructor. body function Completion of additional biology recommended. in is (3) - Examines how normal maintained by the precise control and integration of the specialized activities of the various sight, anatomy, physiology, behavior, ecology and other The field material, the professional patient interviewing. Five hours per 50.473 Systemic Physiology Studies the biology of birds including - (3) and preserved week. Prerequisite: 50.110 and 52.131 or 52.216 or coursework Prerequisite: 50.351 or concurrent enrollment or living proper handling of specimens and methods of component at Marine Science Consor- organ systems. Three hours of lecture/ 2 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: 50.271, 52.131, 52.216 and 50.371 or 50.174. 50.475 Cell Physiology (3) - Applies physical and chemical tium, Wallops Island, Va., includes additional student principles to cellular processes, biochemistry or costs. Prerequisite: 50.110 or consent of the instructor. cellular constituents, 50.460 Population Biology Presents selected themes (3) • in physiochemical environment, bioenergetics and intermediate metabolism. Three the biology of animal, plant and fungal populations. hours lecture and discussion per week. Prerequisites: Topics include: population structure and dynamics, 50.271 population genetics, population ecology and 52.232 or consent of the instructor. speciation. Fundamental principles and current models and hypotheses be stressed, along with will and 6 semester hours 50.476 Neuromuscular Physiology of biology; 52.216 or (3) Examines normal - physiology of the nervous and skeletal muscular treatments of research techniques, computer modeling systems; specifically studying cellular neurophysiol- and ogy, potential for future research. Three hours of lecture/discussion per week. 50.461 Animal Behavior ethology. (3) - In depth introduction to modern Emphasizes current models of animal behavior and theoretical foundations of ethology. Research and project oriented. Students additional cost muscle contraction, sensory physiology, motor and control may incur due to the field trip component at Marine their integration. Three hours lecture and discussion per week. Background in mammalian recommended. Prerequisites: 54.112 and 50.371 or 50.473. 50.481-50.489 Advanced Special Topics, Biology/Allied Health Science Consortium, Wallops Island, Va. Three hours Sciences of lecture/2 hours of laboratory per week. health which requires the student to have 50.462 Plant Anatomy (3) - Outlines recent concepts anatomy and of plant historical consideration of classical researchers. Reviews the structure, function, growth and morphogenesis of the vascular plants. Addresses or systemic physiology, biochemistry and anatomy (3) background - Presents an area of biology or in biology. allied some Three semester hours may be applied to a biology major. Prerequisite: Determined by the instructor. 50.490 Internship in Biology and Biology Research (3-15) - A composition and growth of meristems and the work-study program open only to juniors and seniors phenomena of subsequent tissue differentiation. majoring Describes anatomical organization by developmental more than 15 semester hours and comparative methods cell, tissue lecture/3 and organ in order to explain important relationships. Two hours of hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: 50.120. in Education and/or internship 50.493 Honors Independent Study Consists of a laboratory or particular 50.463 Biological Photographic Techniques (3) - Presents biology and allied health sciences. problem or topic I in No Cooperative may be taken. Biological Research (3) - field investigation of in biology. • a The study be conducted under the supervision of a biology member. The course to students will theory and practice of photography as applied to faculty biology including negative and printmaking, gross enrolled specimen photography, copying, transparencies, programs. Refer to section on cooperative education, filmstrips, autoradiography, nature work in close-ups, photomicrography, thesis illustrations and other special techniques. Open only to majors in biology or allied health with at least junior standing. Two hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory per week. Additional laboratory hours may be required. in the B.A. and B.S. is in open biology degree internship and independent study. Prerequisite: 50.380 and admission to the Honors Program. Bloomsburg University Pennsylvania of 50.494 Honors Independent Study II Consists of a laboratory or selected problem or topic - Page 207 Biological Research (3) field investigation of in biology. The study - 51.259 Oceanography will be - Provides an introduction to the and physical aspects conducted under the supervision of a biology faculty features, ocean basin member. This course completes the requirements methods of investigation. for 51.260 Earth Materials knowledge energy, (3) - soil, afternoon mineral and water resources along with field trip 51.101 Physical Geology with a nominal fee (3) - Studies the landscape rocks. and classification One semester hour optional and and life on work - (3) Examines the evolution history of North America. 51.103 Dinosaurs (3) - of recognition. Three hours lecture, - (Fall) (4) Reviews the origin, occurrence common identifying characteristics of minerals. and 51.111 or permission Prerequisite: 51.101 to an afternoon earth as interpreted from rock afternoon means 51.262 Petrology (Spring) - (4) Presents megascopic and is and emphasis on of earth occurrences and associations. Prerequisite: 51.261. on the geologic One semester hour field Three hours of class, 2 hours of laboratory per week. fossil optional 51.265 Geomorphology (Fall) (4) - Study of the origin of landforms with emphasis on the geologic processes field trip is required. and structures that generate the landforms and Designed to use a single broad topic of current popular interest as the basis for exploration of applications of landform analysis. Two-day important concepts and/or themes in Earth's history. field trip is required. Dinosaurs and origination well their relatives will and be used to (3) and particular attention to the terrestrial planets Emphasis on satellites of the outer planets. returning from recent (3) - results Principles of Earth's internal and occurring disasters and the resultant impact on human 51.111 Physical Geology Laboratory (1) Presents an - introduction to the practice of fundamental geology laboratory techniques including qualitative quantitative analysis. is - Studies the use of Earth's natural resources. for, monitor and Two hours of class, 2 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: 51.355 Synoptic Meteorology (3) - Presents observation and analysis of data for understanding and predicting the complexities of the atmosphere. Prerequisite: 51.255 51 .360 Introduction to Paleontology (4) - modern concepts and methods Introduces students to in paleobiology using examples from various groups of organisms important and property. It (3) or consent of instructor. an examination of their manifestations as naturally- week. of the Earth 53.112 or higher or consent of the instructor. icy and current planetary missions. external processes are explored through life Remote Sensing manage evolution and geology of the solar system, paying 51.107 Natural Disasters 51 .320 remote sensing technology to explore Introduces students to the origin, - or consent of instructor. as as interaction of organisms with each other and Two hours recommended that and of laboratory per course be taken in an 51 the fossil record. Field trips and laboratory work are integral part of this course. Prerequisite: 51.102, .1 1 2 or 50.21 1 or consent 51.369 Structural Geology (Spring) (1) - Provides an of the instructor. (4) Analyzes rock - deformation based upon the principles of rock mechanics and the concurrently with 51.101. 51.112 Historical Geology Laboratory utilization of data from field investigations. Three hours of class, 2 hours of interpretation of Earth's history through the identification laboratory per week. Prerequisites: 51.101 and evolution of the rock and or consent of instructor. fossil record and through the interpretation of geologic maps. Two laboratory recommended that course be hours per week. It is (3) - Studies the atmosphere via the use of gas laws and the underlying principles change. The field trip 51.370 Hydrology of atmospheric component incurs an additional cost to students of approximately $20 for airfare. (Fall) (3) - and 51.111 Study of water movement upon and within the Earth with emphasis on calculations used taken concurrently with 51.102. 51.255 Meteorology weekend Three hours of class, 2 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: 51.101 and 51.111 illustrate extinction of species through time the environment. 51.106 The Planets of the instructor. petrographic analysis and identification of rocks with evidence; particular emphasis lab; common materials and of igneous, Three hours of class, 2 hours of laboratory per week. field trip is required. 51.102 Historical Geology Explores the origin, occurence and - Stresses megascopic and microscopic techniques. interpretation of lab; practical 51.261 Mineralogy An in relation to the structure of the earth's crust; agents at change landforms; on required. is and trip is two hours laboratory per week. Prerequisite: 51.111. Emphasizes Earth processes that are hazardous to humans. A weekend field sedimentary and metamorphic rocks, with emphasis Application of geologic to environmental concerns. (4) identification of the Administered by Department of Geology and Earth Science. 51.100 Environmental Geology structure, current circulation encouraged. Geology and Earth Science (51) ocean of the Emphasizes wave motion, topographic basins. Biology Honors research. Prerequisite: 50.493. ESS (3) geologic, chemical a in flood forecasting, surface water supply groundwater supply. Two hours and of class, 2 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: 51.101 or 51.105. . Undergraduate Catalog Page 208 51.451 Field Techniques in Earth Science (Summer) Provides intensive use of field and laboratory equipment and techniques (6) 51.493 Bibliography and Research - training in the hydrology and cartography. Field trips are integral, vital 51.511 Volcanoes parts of the course. Prerequisite: 15 semester hours in and (4) - (1) - activity of styles Aqueous Geochemistry research and hazards groundwater as well as controls on the geochemistry teachers. An emphasis of sampling placed on the is and analysis for relates to the occurrence of eruptions, the state of prediction of lava and volcanic rocks. and pre-service for in-service Does not satisfy general education requirements. of natural waters for it volcanoes around the world. Considers Recommended methods Provides for library - consent of the instructor. and the formation Introduces students to (3) geology. Prerequisites: 51.261, Explores the composition and basic geochemical properties of surface and of natural waters. in processes of the Earth as earth science courses or consent of the instructor. 51.460 field 51 .262, 51 .468 or geology, in and/or Summer only, three hour class per day one week. chemical species pertinent to environmental and pollution studies. Three hours lecture laboratory. Prerequisite: 51.261 and two hours and 51.216 or permission of the instructor. 51.410 Volcanoes (1) - and activity of styles Administered by Department of Chemistry. Explores the composition and processes of the Earth as it 52.100 Chemistry and the Citizen relates to the occurrence volcanoes around the world. Considers and hazards and the formation CHM (52) Chemistry of eruptions, the state of prediction principles, the Discussion of chemical chemicals and their impact on society and the and volcanic rocks. of lava for in-service and pre-service (3) - Presents an introduction to chemistry for students with teachers. - environment. Three hours of class per week. 52.101 Introductory Chemistry Recommended (3) importance of chemistry, the use of little requirements. Summer only, chemistry. Surveys the principles of chemistry with three hour class per day emphasis on the fundamentals for or no background in Does not satisfy general education one week. physical 51 .468 Stratigraphy and Sedimentation (Fall) (4) - Studies measurements and of chemical of class per week. Not intended processes and agents which erode, transport and and calculations. Three hours as a beginning course for science majors. deposit sediments and the geologic interpretation of the 52.108 Physiological Chemistry (Spring) (4) - Surveys the resulting rocks. Three hours of class, 2 hours of essentials of organic and biochemistry. Includes laboratory per week. Prerequisite: 51.101 and 51.111, bonding, structure, nomenclature organic functional 51 .1 02, 51 .112 or permission of the instructor. 51.470 Groundwater Hydrology (Spring) (3) - group reactions and metabolism of biomolecules. Covers well Three hours class, two hours of laboratory per week. hydraulics exploration techniques, groundwater flow theory, development of prevention or correction of groundwater pollution. one- or two-day Prerequisite: 52.101. groundwater supplies and Two hours field trip required. A 52.115 Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry descriptive inorganic chemistry (4) - Introduces and the chemical of class, principles necessary to understand the descriptive 2 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: 51.101 material. First half of two-semester sequence for and 51.111 and 51.365. natural science or 51.475 Independent Study in Earth Science (1-3) opportunity for student research earth science. Research is - Provides an various areas of in conducted under the on Independent Study. in inorganic chemistry for American Chemical Society. Three hours of lecture/3 hours of chemistry or equivalent recommended. Prerequisite: 21 52.131 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry semester hours in (4) - 51.480 Applied Geophysics (4) - Examines the theory and tion, methods application of geophysical Earth's subsurface environment. tools used by agencies or for exploring the Emphasis on those companies involved in resource and environmental assessment. Three hours and two hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: 51.101, 53.123 and 54.111 or permission of the instructor. 51.490 Special Topics in Emphasizes earth science. structure, stereochemistry, functional of lecture Partially fulfills laboratory per week. Prerequisite: High school supervision of a faculty member. See subsection of the catalog core requirement mathematics majors. Geology (3) - Study of a particular concept, problem or special topic or new ideas area of earth science. Topic chosen through interests of the instructor and each student. in any common group organiza- physical properties and classical reactivity of organic compounds. Three hours of lecture and 3 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: 52.115. . Bloomsburg University Pennsylvania of Page 209 52.216 Chemical Principles and Measurements semester of introductory chemistry (4) Second - science for natural and mathematics majors. Surveys principles of to phase, free (Fall) (4) I chemical measurements. Three and 4 hours Three hours kinetics. of laboratory per week. (Spring) (4) II Prerequisite: 52.361. or equivalent. and 4 hours 52.442 Biochemistry A continuation of Continuation of solid state, molecular orbital theory; spectroscopy. Three hours of lecture II - quantum mechanics, 52.361; Schrodinger Prerequisite: 52.115 plus high school Algebra (4) - Studies thermodynam- gases and solutions; chemical of lecture hours of lecture and 3 hours of laboratory per week. 52.232 Intermediate Organic Chemistry - energy and equilibrium; kinetic theory 52.362 Physical Chemistry Laboratory work illustrates chemical principles and common Gibbs Prerequisites: 52.115, 52.216, 53.225, 54.212. electrochemical and acid-base phenomena. emphasizes ics; of chemical stoichiometry. intermolecular forces, kinetics and thermodynamics as they apply 52.361 Physical Chemistry II (4) • of laboratory per week. Continuation of 52-341 amino acid ; metabolism, photosynthesis, nucleotide metabolism, organic topics, building on 52.131. Introduces replication, transcription, translation, control of spectroscopy and the application toward structure expression, molecular physiology. Laboratory to determination. Emphasizes reaction mechanisms, emphasize enzyme stereo-chemistry, syntheses and analyses of techniques. Three hours of lecture and 3 hours of representative compounds. Three hours of lecture and 4 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: 52.131. 52.233 Organic Spectroscopy copy to tion of organic and (Fall) (2) - Introduces spectros- complement physical property compounds. Recommended allied health of spectra and characterizafor biology majors. Includes laboratory attainment interpretation. Two hours of lecture- problem solving per week. Prerequisites: 52.131, tal I (Fall) (3) - modem Stresses laboratory Introduces fundamen- and 4 hours common Two hours of the analysis of commercial or environmental materials. lecture of laboratory per week. II - (4) Presents the theory and common methods of chromatography, mass spectrometry, nuclear magnetic resonance and electrochemistry. and 52.362 completed or concurrent. in using the (4) - structure, reactivity important elements. Three hours of lecture and 4 hours concurrent. biomolecules. Discusses selected topics from the various metabolic pathways (both anabolic and investigation of modem research in a Chemistry (1-3) interest to II: Introduction to Research (1-3) (to second A detailed be implemented and a literature in - written plan of 52.493) is developed written report. Prerequisite: approval of Chemical Research (3) - Chemical Research IV: (3) - laboratory investigation of chemistry faculty member. Approximately 120 hours per semester. Prerequisite: enrollment in the honors program. 52.498 Internship biochemist. Three hours week. III: advanced students. Approximately 120 hours per techniques of laboratory per Prerequisites: 52.131, 52.216. in Investigations of selected chemical problems for in and 4 hours Special Topics one or more topics of mutual 52.492 Independent Study this of lecture I: Entails a directed laboratory or library oriented selected problems under the supervision of a and metabolic reactions of the naturally occurring encountered by the Theories of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: 52.115; 52.362 The third semester of a natural science major. catabolic). Introduces biochemical - analysis of periodic relationships and properties of 52.494 Honors Independent Study class per week. Prerequisite: Emphasizes (4) chemistry department. presentations to an audience of faculty and Advanced standing as a is semester. Prerequisites: 52.492, approval of design a senior research project and to 52.341 Biochemistry in Course may chemistry organometallic chemistry, systematic 52.493 Independent Study the formulation of scientific research proposals and presentations. Experience gained One hour Advanced course be taken more than once provided subject matter - Stresses the use of the library and scientific journals to peers. - chemistry department. 52.281 Introduction to Scientific Literature (Spring) (1) make (3) track. Subject matter varies. survey report of the search. and 4 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: 52.321 literature to degree Requires a search of chemical A laboratory centered course. Three hours of lecture facilitate Chemistry student and instructor. instrumental analysis. Topics include spectrophotometry, ACS - laboratory applications of in dealing with specialized topics of interest to students 52.491 Independent Study Prerequisite: 52.216. 52.322 Analytical Chemistry 52.482 Advanced Topics and principles of inorganic chemistry; coordination instrumental techniques. skills in laboratory per week. Prerequisites: 52.341 or equivalent or consent of the instructor. 52.452 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (Spring) principles of chemical analysis utilizing classical wet chemistry and and molecular biology not repeated. Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor. 52.232 completed or concurrent. 52.321 Analytical Chemistry isolation gene in course Chemistry is (3-15) - A work-study program, not applicable toward a major or minor chemistry. Prerequisites: approval of chemistry department; junior or senior standing. Page Undergraduate Catalog 21 MAT (53) Mathematics 53.126 Analysis II (3) Studies techniques of integration, - functions, infinite series, Taylor's theorem, Administered by Department of Mathematics and Computer Science. Prerequisite: 53.125. TI-85 graphical calculator is 53.101 Mathematical Thinking (3) topics and applications Presents mathematical - required. a context designed to in 53.141 Introduction to Statistics promote quantitative reasoning and the use of mathematics solving problems and making in and others seeking a broad view background of mathematics. - (3) No probability, spaces and game theory. Prerequisite: two years of high school algebra or equivalent. Studies elementary algebraic and inverse functions and their applications. Prerequisite: 53.114 or two years of high school algebra or high school trigonometry or their equivalent. 53.113 Pre-Calculus - (3) Studies elementary algebraic functions, circular functions and inverse functions and their applications. Prerequisite: 53.114 or two years of high school algebra or the equivalent. (3) - 53.185 Discrete Mathematics skills necessary to apply algebraic techniques to problems and business, economics, the in natural sciences Prerequisite: and the liberal arts. 1/2 years of high school algebra or the 1 equivalent. Not open to students with a C- or higher recorded for 53.113, 53,123 or 53.125. 53.118 Applied Matrix Algebra (3) and linear programming with applications to the social and biological sciences and business. Prerequisite: two years of high school algebra or equivalent. 53.123 Essentials of Calculus interested in mathematics or computer science. Not 53.125 or consent of instructor. 53.201 Theory of Arithmetic (3) - Presents the language of elementary operations through the sets, the four number system and the elementary theory numbers. Course open only is to majors (3) students in real of elemen- communication disorders. LOGO for Elementary Teachers 53.202 Geometry and (3) - Presents the content of geometry for the elementary curriculum using geometric models, inductive is open only LOGO computer language. Course majors to Prerequisite: in elementary education, communication disorders. special education or Sophomore status or above or consent of the instructor. 53.225 Analysis power III Presents (3) - series, Taylor infinite sequences and and Maclaurin dimensional vector analysis and series, series, three partial derivatives. 53.226 Analysis IV (3) Presents an introduction to the - differentiation and integration of real valued functions of several variables. Presents curves and parametric equations, surfaces, Taylor's, Stoke's and Green's theorems, functions between Euclidean spaces and - Presents the basic concepts of elementary calculus for introduction to set theory, Prerequisite: 53.126. Introduces vectors, - matrices, linear equations approach An - (3) combinatorics and graph theory for those reasoning and the Studies fundamental algebraic concepts and develops the mathematical and computation variables, sampling distributions, tary education, special education or functions and relations, exponential and logarithmic 53.114 College Algebra random usually taken during the freshman year. Prerequisite: functions and relations, exponential and logarithmic functions, circular functions statistical variance. Prerequisite: High school algebra. Presents an introductory logic, (3) Presents the concepts hypothesis tests, confidence intervals and analysis of development of counting techniques, probability 53.112 Trigonometry - techniques. Topics include: descriptive statistics, algebra required. in 53.111 Finite Mathematics (3) necessary to use and understand basic decisions. Suitable for majors in humanities, education social some special differential equations and polar coordinates. who majors. Pertinent topics in in a nonrigorous are not mathematics the real analytic geometry, functions and number system, limits prepare the student for the study of the basic techniques of applications of differentiation and integration. Course is multiple integrals. Prerequisite: 53.225. 53.231 College Geometry (3) - Presents elementary geometry from an advanced standpoint. Discusses incidence the plane and in in space, congruence, inequality and similarity concepts. Studies properties of circles, polygons and spheres. Prerequisite: High school geometry, 53.185. not for chemistry, mathematics or physics majors. 53.241 Probability Prerequisite: At least and two years of high school algebra probability Statistics (3) and statistics. - Calculus-based study of Topics covered include: or 53.114 or consent of the instructor. descriptive statistics, probability, discrete 53.125 Analysis I (3) - Designed to meet part of the major-level mathematics requirement; first in the sequence of four calculus courses. Provides the basic tools for differentiation and the beginnings of integration for functions of a single variable. Prerequisite: four years of high school mathematics including a year of elementary functions or equivalent of 53.113. TI-85 graphical calculator is required. continuous random variables, common and distributions, sampling destributions, estimation procedures and inferential statistics. A more rigorous course than 53.141. Prerequisites: 53.126 (or concurrent) 53.185. and Bloomsburg University 53543 Nonparametrics nonparametric Page 211 Pennsylvania of 53.342 Design and Analysis of Experiments (Spring, odd- Presents standard Statistics (3) statistical numbered procedures. After a brief review of hypothesis testing fundamentals, topics such as goodness-of-fit tests, including one and two-sample (3) - Basic experimental statistics of estimation and hypothesis testing, analysis-of-variance procedures, principles of procedures for location parameter, tests of random- experimental design, completely randomized and ness and association analysis are covered. randomized complete block designs, Prerequisites: 53.1 23 or 53.1 25 and 53.1 41 or the arrangements of treatments, equivalent. correlation analysis, covariance analysis 53.303 Mathematical Problem Solving for Teachers Examines mathematical problem solving, (3) distribution-free - years) involving mathematical problem solving are Games - A basic course (Fall, in odd-numbered multiple linear stepwise regression, residual analysis and applica- which tions to mathematical models. Treats problems elementary and secondary education involve the use of computing equipment. Prerequisite: majors. Prerequisite: 53.201. Must be taken 53.141 or 53.241 or consent of the instructor. concurrently with 60.201 or permission of the 53.360 instructor. Number Theory Presents the theory of numbers. - (3) Includes the topics of Euclidean algorithm, 53.310 Introduction to Abstract Algebra (3) introduction to the language and - Provides an methods congruences, continued fractions, Gaussian integers of abstract mathematics. Subjects include sets, relations, rings, and functions, groups a (3) regression methods including weighted least squares, examined and designed. Requires off-campus observations and testing. For and and methods. Prerequisite: 53.141 or 53.343 Applied Regression Analysis reasoning. Basic problem solving, use of manipulatives and assessment are covered. factorial linear regression 53.241 or consent of the instructor. number sense, pattern recognition and mathematical minimum grade fields. Prerequisites: of C- 53.185 with and 53.225. numbered years) - (3) and Diophantine equations. Prerequisites: 53.185 and 53.225. 53.361 Coding and Signal Processing cal 53.311 Algebra for Secondary School Teachers (Fall/even- approach to codes, coding for efficiency Presents topics of elementary (Fall) (3) - A mathemati- codes and ciphers. Includes security in computer storage, error- correcting codes. Signal processing, including the algebra from an advanced viewpoint. Considers Fourier transform and digital topics of contemporary school mathematics programs. required. Prerequisites: 53.126 and 56.116 or 56.122. Intended for students in in secondary education majoring mathematics. Prerequisite: 53.310. 53.314 Linear Algebra (3) - 53.373 Numerical Methods and application Computing in (Fall) (3) methods of various solving problems Studies abstract vector spaces, in Individual projects filters. - Analysis of numerically the areas of nonlinear equations; and polynomial linear transformation, matrices, determinants, inner systems product spaces and related topics. Prerequisites: approximation; numerical integration; approximation 53.185 and 53.225. theory; 53.322 Differential Equations (3) - Studies elementary ordinary differential equations, infinite series solution, some and power series of equations, interpolation and differential equations. Students design and execute algorithms on the computer for specific numerical procedures. Prerequisites: 56.116 or 56.121 and 53.126. numerical methods of solution and 53.374 Introduction to Discrete Systems Simulation (Spring/ LaPlace transforms. Prerequisite: 53.225. 53.331 years) methods Modern Geometry (Spring/odd-numbered years) (3) - odd-numbered years) (3) - Studies the computer ways that Presents non-Euclidean geometries and their systems can be moduled development from postulate systems and a formal Emphasizes stochastic behavior by discrete random approach to projective geometry. Prerequisite: 53.231. 53.341 Statistical Methods (Fall, Presents common statistical even-numbered years) techniques with emphasis on applications. Topics include: confidence hypothesis test, (3) • intervals, regression analysis and analysis of variance. Strongly encourages use of statistical for processes and the simulation tools Prerequisites: One course each programming and solution. for their solution. in calculus, statistics. 53.381 Introduction to Operations Research (Fall/odd-numbered years) used (3) - in A survey of the methods and models applying mathematics to problems of software, especially SAS. Prerequisite: 53.141 or business. Topics drawn from decision making, linear 53.241 or consent of the instructor. and dynamic programming, networks, inventory models, Markov processes and queuing theory. Prerequisites: 53.118 53.41 1 1ntroduction to and 53.123 or 53.225. Group Theory (3) - Continued and theorems and applications group advanced study of theory begun abstract algebra. Prerequisite: 53.310. in of 2 . Page 21 Undergraduate Catalog 53.421, 53.521 Advanced Calculus (3) • 53.493 Honors Presents a rigorous treatment of the study of functions of a single real variable. Topics include and integration. continuity, derivative limit, interest Some topics for multivariate calculus include partial differentiation and multiple integration. Prerequisites: Analysis 53.422 Complex Variables IV, A (3) and ability in (3) - functions of a complex variable. Central topics are the mathematics and have mastered harmonic Honors Program 53.497 Internship ics in Prerequisite: Mathematics Admission to the sciences and mathematics. in natural Provides mathemat- - (2-12) majors with an opportunity to acquire meaningful functions and conformal mappings. Additional topics and professional on-site training and learning may experiences include power series, contour integration, in mathematics an at industrial, private or Cauchy's formula and applications. Prerequisites: business workplace. Note: a student may, with 53.226, consent of instructor. departmental approval, apply a 53.451 Introduction to Topology (3) - For a high level of member of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science. to the theory of analytic functions, Mathematics in who have demonstrated the required course work. Students investigate faculty rigorous treatment of complex number system, Independent Study research problems selected under the supervision of a Permission of Instructor. complex numbers and an introduction in students Introduces fundamentals of maximum of 3 credits of internship toward the fulfillment of the mathematics general topology; elementary set theory, topological major. Each academic credit requires 40 hours of spaces, mappings, connectedness, compactness, supervised work and the completeness, product and metric spaces; nets and hours for internships. Prerequisites: students must convergence. Prerequisites: 53.226, consent of establish adequate course preparation for the proposed internship. Internship applications instructor. 53.461, 53.561 Probability Models and Applications introduction to the concepts tic modeling for random (3) - one month before the An and methods of probabilisand occurrences. trials It covers classical models, poisson processes, Markov phenomena management, physical and in engineering, (3) random (3) An - introductory integration concepts and principles from chemistry, physics and astronomy, with consideration - An even- scientific hypotheses, analysis of variance and the - - (3) An integrated physical science course emphasizing laboratory experience. Provides an introduction to the basic multivariate normal distribution. Prerequisite: 53.241 53.471 Numerical Analysis (3) concerns. For nonscientists. 54.103 Principles of Physical Science variables, interval estimation, for the nature of thought and the interaction of science with human and community introductory study of mathematical statistics including distributions of functions of PHY (54) Physics of Prerequisite: 53.241. (Fall, and must be approved by the department chairperson. 54.101 Basic Physical Science social sciences. 53.462 Introduction to Mathematical Statistics numbered years) must be submitted internship begins Administered by Department of Physics. chains, Renewal and Braching processes and their applications to various statistical 12 total semester limit is concepts of physical science by studying such topics Provides a computer-oriented as the structure and properties of matter, motion and and sound, and analysis of algorithms of numerical analysis. Includes forces, energy, light the topics of non-linear equations, interpolation and magnetism and astronomy. For elementary and approximation, differentiation and integration, matrices special education majors. Four hours class/laboratory and differential equations. Prerequisites: 53.322 and per week. 53.373. 54.104 Elementary Electronics 53.472 Matrix Computation (Spring/odd numbered years) (3) - Presents a computer-oriented analysis of matrices. LDU factorization, Includes Gaussian reduction, special reduction techniques for tridiagonal matrices, iterative methods and a study of the matrix eigenvalue problem. Prerequisites: 53.225 and 53.373. 53.491 Special Topics in Mathematics mathematics which course is in - Presents an area of Consent of the Mathematics (1-3) - instructor. Provides for directed study of a particular area of mathematics as mutually agreed upon by the student and the instructor. Emphasizes individual scholarly activity of the highly motivated student. (3) - An introduction to basic electronics that gives students areas some theoretical and in nonphysical science practical electronic circuits, instruments knowledge of and devices. No experience of physics or electronics required. 54.105 Energy: Sources and Environmental Effects Explains energy not available as a regular offering. Prerequisite: 53.492 Independent Study (3) electricity in elementary examines present national and scientific (3) - terms and international situations in regard to sources, utilization energy and environmental effects. Surveys fossil fuels and nuclear, solar, geothermal and other energies with respect to availability and promise for the future. 54.106 The Science of Sound the principles of students in (3) - Provides an introduction to sound and its reproduction for nonphysical science disciplines. Knowledge of basic algebra required, but experience in no physics or electronics necessary. 3 Bloomsburg University Pennsylvania of Page 54.107 Applied Physics for Health Sciences (Spring) (4) 54.301 Mechanics: Statics (Fall/alternate years) - and instrumentation emphasis on vector methods, of medical technology. Examines mechanics, fluids, kinetic energy and heat, optics, electricity physical science majors and magnetism, electronics, atomic structure, radiation a career and data in and the engineering at a level appropriate for for students considering field. Prerequisites: 53.126 or concurrent registration .54.211 or 54.111 with ; acquisition and readout. Six hours per week: 3 consent of classes, 3 laboratories. instructor. 54.302 Mechanics: Dynamics (Spring/alternate years) 54.110 Introduction to Astronomy state of the universe - Introduces the fundamentals of statics, with an Studies selected principles of physics with applications to the processes (3) Surveys the physical (3) - and the variety of objects 21 (3) - Introduces the fundamentals of dynamics, with an emphasis on vector methods, it at a level appropriate for comprises: solar system, stars and galaxies. physical science majors and for students considering Provides a descriptive account of the present state of a career our knowledge of the cosmos and an understanding of or concurrent registration; 54.212 or 54.112 with how such knowledge nonscience majors. 54.111 Introductory Physics to selected topics 54.310 Modern Atomic Physics I (Fall) (4) - Presents an approach such as mechanics, theory, molecular theory of gases, the basic concepts and modem heat, kinetic wave motion and sound. Not intended for students specializing principle (Spring) (4) II Studies and a hours per electric and magnetic properties - 54.315 Electronics (Alternate years) and application aided design (CAD) with an emphasis on basic emphasis on engineering graphics. Culmination of the course team design and construction is a (3) - Provides observations of the night sky. in Focuses on the interpretation of astronomical measurements, including the students' own telescopic observations of stars, planets, nebulae and other to non-science majors. Prerequisite: (4) - An introduction to physics using calculus. Studies mechanics, the physics of fluids, kinetic theory, heat and thermodynamics. Appropriate for physical science or mathematics majors. Six hours per week: 3 classes, 3 laboratories. Prerequisite: 53.125 or concurrent registration. 54.212 General Physics II (4) - of matter, electrody- Studies (4) Presents the theory - semiconductors with special circuitry. Studies basic electronic scientific data in any discipline. Six hours per week: 3 classes, 3 laboratories. Prerequisite: 54.112 or 54.212. 54.316 Digital Electronics (Alternate years) to the techniques and devices of (3) - An introduction digital electronics. Includes practical experience of the building and testing of digital circuits. Supplies the wave motion, sound, of 54.211. Six and computer consent of background circuits. Prerequisite: junior hours per standing or instructor. 54.317 Computer Electronics (Alternate years) (3) - An introduction to the electronics and operation of digital computers. Intended digital circuitry. geometrical and physical optics, electricity and magnetism. Continuation of necessary for the understanding of microprocessors 54.110 or consent of instructor. I - instrumentation as related to the gathering, processing and display of project. 54.210 Observational Astronomy (Spring) 54.211 General Physics (3) 54.212 or 54.112 with consent of instructor, 53.225. (3) Course provides hands-on introduction to computer Open physics 54.212 or 54.112 with namics and electromagnetic waves. Prerequisites: or consent of instructor. 54.180 Computer-Aided Design and Engineering Graphics objects. brief introduction to nuclear radioactivity. Prerequisite: Studies electric and magnetic fields and potentials, week: 3 classes, 3 laboratories. Prerequisite: 54.111 hands-on experience of quantum 54.314 Electricity and Magnetism (Alternate years) and particle physics. Continuation of 54.111. Six some consent of instructor, 53.126. electricity, quantum and atomic theory, structure of matter, nuclear physics Presents rays, relativity, wave-particle duality, the uncertainty in and light, relativity, - (Fall) (3) phenomena that constitute physics, including studies of the 3 laboratories. magnetism, Prerequisites: 53.225 field. nature of radiation, atomic structure and spectra, X- physics or chemistry. Six hours per week: 3 classes, 54.112 Introductory Physics an engineering consent of the instructor. obtained. Intended for is in for students with a background in Includes practical experience of the operation and interfacing of microprocessors and other devices. Prerequisite: 54.316 or consent of instructor. 54.318 Optics (Alternate years) (4) - Presents a combination of week: 3 classes, 3 laboratories. Prerequisites: 53.126 geometrical optics including lens theory with physical or concurrent registration;.54.211 or 54.111 with (wave) optics including diffraction, interference, consent of instructor. polarization, lasers week - and coherent light. Six hours per 3 classes, 3 laboratory. Prerequisite: 54.212 or 54.112 with consent of the instructor. 4 Page Undergraduate Catalog 21 54.320 Nuclear Radiation (Alternate years) (2) I laboratory-oriented course using electronics and detectors for Presents a - 54.460 Applied Health Physics (Alternate years) and measuring and analyzing and medicine. science, industry laboratories. Prerequisite: 54.310 or concurrent or consent of instructor. registration. 54.490 Seminar properties and models of nuclei, radioactive decay, radiation and its tion. Physics (1) - in A Prerequisite: 54.360 selected topic Student attends and participates semester of enrollment applications. Prerequisite: 54.310 or concurrent registration. on objects outside of our own (3) - the direction of a faculty galaxy, discusses May be Structure of the universe as a whole limited experimental work. described in (3) - methods Presents a study nary. of the principles of health physics, including biological which and radiation protection. Prerequisite: 54.310 or Provides for an - Presents the basic tenets of lab work (2) - in May be member. in Physics in tion of a current experiments primarily from the areas of atomic supervision of a physics faculty Four hours per week: one class, 3 laboratories. Prerequisites: 54.310. (Alternate years) (2) - A laboratory course which presents advanced techniques of nuclear measurement and includes applications involving environment monitoring and health physics. expertise MRS (55) in problem in physics, under the Marine Science Administered by Department of Biological and Allied Health Sciences and Department of Geography and Earth Science. Marine Science Courses are offered during the Marine Science Center Prerequisite: 54.320 or consent of instructor. Bloomsburg University and other Examines physical properties of matter in the solid state. Reviews basic quantum concepts, crystal structure, electrons electrical conductivity, and the p-n in metals, semiconductors, band theory junction. Studies dielectric and magnetic member having the student's proposed research area. Four hours per week: one class, three laboratories. - Provides an advanced experimental or theoretical investiga- involving considerations of experimental error, proper optics. (3) - the qualified student with an opportunity to participate research and preparation of an experiment. Includes magnetism and interdiscipli- advance by the department chairperson, 54.494 Honors Independent Study physics, in to a special problem. acceptable to the student and the supervising is faculty concurrent registration. 54.400 Advanced Physics Laboratory (Alternate years) (3) Investigates an Requires the preparation of a report and a plan, approved measurement effects of radiation, dosimetry, radiation 54.421 Solid State Physics - application of theoretical and/or experimental research 54.360 Health Physics (Alternate years) II same and may involve partly interdisciplinary 54.493 Independent Research (1-3) 53.126 and 54.112 or 54.212. 54.420 Nuclear Radiation the member, following a plan including normal spirals, seyferts and quasars. physics, electricity, physics in in advance by the department chairperson. approved using various cosmological models. Prerequisites: in Wallops summer at the Island, Virginia. institutions are members of the consortium that operates the center. Courses are offered which satisfy requirements for biology majors, for earth science majors and for general education. Specific courses satisfy require- ments for the Marine Biology Option in Biology. Other properties of matter. Three hours of class per week. courses provide earth science majors experiences Prerequisite: 54.310, 54.314; Mathematics 53.225. which are not available on the main campus. For 54.422 Thermodynamics (3) - is area of special interest and value to the student, under Focuses emission mechanisms from other types of galaxies is physics the course. in 54.491 Independent Study in Physics (1-3) and Cosmology 54.341 Astrophysics: Galaxies in a form suitable for presenta- seminars and makes a presentation and nuclear interaction with matter in studied and prepared Presents - (3) Presents radiation protection standards as applied to nuclear radiation. Four hours per week: one class, 3 54.330 Radiation Physics (Alternate years) (3) - advanced topics involving health physics principles modern nuclear Presents concepts and more information, contact the Marine Science the Departments of Biological and Allied principles of classical thermodynamics, thermody- coordinators namics Health Sciences and of simple systems, introduction to kinetic theory and statistical thermodynamics. Three hours of in Geography and Earth Sciences. 55.110 Introduction to Oceanography (3) - An introduction to the class per week. Prerequisite: 54.212 or 54.112 with marine sciences with an emphasis on physiography consent of instructor; Mathematics 53.225. of 54.450 Introduction to Quantum Mechanics (3) - Examines the development and interpretation of Schroedinger's wave mechanics, results its mathematical formalism and the and predictions of this quantum theory as applied to one-dimensional systems, the hydrogen atom and multi-electron atoms. Three hours class per week. Prerequisite: 54.310; Mathematics 53.225. ocean basins, wave motion, tides, current circulation patterns, near-shore processes, physical and chemical nature investigation. of sea-water and methods of 5 Bloomsburg University 55.211 Field Methods Oceanography in Page Pennsylvania of (3) 55.330 Tropical Invertebrates Familiarizes - students with the dynamic marine environment and with work on board a research use and application of standard is oceanographic areas. (3) habits origin, development, physiology, taxonomy of the anatomy and interrelationships emphasis the phyla. Special field work deal with is a sequel course. Prerequisites: 55.221 or 50.211. Oceanography A - (3) field-based study of Investigates the chemical compositions of waters (3) - A study of plant and animal life in chemical environmental factors affecting the biota intertidal, open water and benthic biota characteristics of in each habitat will be and substrata and biogeochemical processes and cycles. Prerequisite: 52.215. 55.342 Marine Botany (3) Taxonomy, physiology, ecology - and economic importance habitats. of marine and coastal plants as exemplified by those found on the Delmarva investigated in terms of their natural history, Peninsula. Laboratory techniques include collecting, morphology and ecological preserving, identifying relationships. Prerequisite: 50.110, 50.120 or consent of the instructor. 55.250 Wetlands Ecology (3) • Biological, chemical and analyzing plants and plant be used. materials, appropriate instrumentation to and geological characteristics of coastal wetlands. Considers the structure and function of wetlands, Emphasis on in-the-f ield studies and laboratory analyses. Prerequisite: 50.110, 50.120. 55.343 Marine Ichthyology (3) A - study of the internal and human impacts on wetlands and approaches for wetland management and restoration. Laboratory external structure of fishes, their systematic consists of field exercises and space. Prerequisite: 50.110, 50.120. in the study of wetlands. Prerequisite: 50.110, 50.120. 55.260 Marine Ecology plants 55.270 describing ecological communities. Course Develops and awareness of the relationships between the marine environment. Emphasis on physical and Common two sampling and identifying species and chemical, geological and biological environments. consent of the instructor. 55.241 Marine Biology the of marine invertebrates; then ocean, bay and estuarine environmental chemistry. collection, preservation and identification of local species. Prerequisite: 50.110, 50.120 or in Florida 55.331 Chemical given to the Atlantic marine invertebrates. Laboratory and and ecology weeks zoology course or a thorough landlocked zoology show followed to is among Wallops at to marine invertebrates or a landlocked invertebrate main phyla of invertebrates. A phylogenetic sequence is history, life, One week Island, Va„ for intensive review of general systematics A study of the Emphasis on systematics and ecology using the communities approach. 51.259 or 55.110. - and observation methods to sample nearshore and reef promoted and encouraged. Prerequisite: 55.221 Marine Invertebrates Introduction to tropical invertebrates, using a variety of collection vessel. Introduces the instruments and sampling devices. Independent research - (3) 21 (3) 55.345 Ornithology Interrelationships - ecological relationships among and physical and chemical aspects animals, of the (3) - and their distribution Introduces avian fauna of the sea Field work provides visual and vocal lecture material includes information survival that are unique to the marine environment. behavior, physiology and Diving (3) - SCUBA Basic advanced techniques. Leads certification. Prerequisite: to diving coupled with physicians certification of fitness for Proficiency and SCUBA are 55.300 Behavior of Marine Organisms (3) - Concepts of ethology; discussion and observation of the influence of external and internal factors on the regulation; and of birds. (3) - Structure and sedimentology of ocean basins and shores. Presents methods of geological exploration in features of ocean basins required. anatomy identification; on distribution, Prerequisite: 50.110, 50.120. 55.362 Marine Geology open-water Swimming time in coast and enables comparison with inland species. environment studied, with stress on adaptations for SCUBA and the marine environment, and theories of ocean basin evolution. Prerequisite: 51.101, 51.102, 51.111, 51.112 and 51.259 or 55.110. 55.364 Physical Oceanography (3) - A study of the physical mass and energy control of behavior of organisms living in the marine properties of the oceans including: coastal environment. Prerequisite: 50.110. budgets; theory of the distribution of variables; cause, 55.320 Marine Microbiology (3) - A survey of methods and nature, measurement, analysis and prediction of tides, concepts of marine microbiology. Focus on the currents and waves; and basic instrumentation technical aspects of sample collection, microbial work. Prerequisite: 51.259 or 55.110 or 53.125 and ecology of the marine environment, enrichment 54.112 or permission of instructor. culturing with and methods of enumeration and emphasis on marine 50.110,50.120. identification bacteria. Prerequisite: in field 6 Page Undergraduate Catalog 21 55.394 Comparative Physiology of Marine Organisms This course will physiology of marine organisms tive (3) provide an introduction to the approach. The lecture will (3) - Interdisciplinary study of the interactions between biological communities and a compara- utilizing 55.464 Biological Oceanography introduce the topics of the ocean environment as seen by distributions of coastal plankton, fish and benthic invertebrates. and respiration, circulation, metabolism, osmoregulation, Projects involve boat trips to sample populations thermoregulation, locomotion and sensory systems by to quantitatively drawing comparisons between the mechanisms and with state-of-the-art equipment, laboratory and field strategies utilized by a wide range of marine organisms. Laboratory and work field will common variables experiments to determine rate processes and focus on the physiological responses of marine plants and animals to document environmental environmental stresses such as salt load, nearby field and government laboratories. visits to Examples of project topics include transport of plankton at barrier island passes, effect of submarine banks on fish temperature variation, depletion of dissolved oxygen populations, ground truth data for satellite imagery and and other current topics tidal flux. This will be accomplished through measurements and observations the in as through experimental manipulations as well field, in a laboratory setting. Prerequisite: 50.110, 52.115, 52.131, 55.241 or permission of instructor. 55.430 Coastal Sedimentation A study of depositional oceanography. Recommended: 51.259 or 55.110. 55.470 Research Diver Methods aquatic research (3) in biological Prerequisite: 50.110, 50.120, 50.242. (3) - Study and practice of methods using SCUBA as a tool. Advanced research diving topics include areas such environments of marine dominated shorelines, as navigation, search and recovery, underwater sediments, sedimentation processes, sedimentary photography, survey methods, estimating population fades, models of rock record growth, barrier island parameters and data acquisition while under water. dynamics and development of tidal deltas. 51.101, 51.102, 51.111, 51.112 or permission of instructor. 55.431 Ecology of Marine Plankton and zooplankton in (3) - Studies phytoplankton marine and brackish environ- ments. Qualitative and quantitative comparisons between the plankton populations habitats in relation to primary made of various types of and secondary ecological (3) - The study is broad and Basic instructor. SCUBA Certification (NAUI, PADI, SSI). 55.490 Marine Aquaculture (3) - This course includes the aquarium trade. Techniques of raising economically important organisms from the egg stage to marketable size scope and in Prerequisite: 50.110 for the of the mechanisms underlying evolutionary processes. This course by students under the direction of the theory and practice of raising organisms for food and productivity. Prerequisites: 50.110, 50.120. 55.432 Marine Evolutionary Ecology Specific research techniques will be presented in the context of specific aquatic research projects conducted and 55.491 Coral Reef Ecology (3) - their A food supplies are studied. study of coral reef structure, requires that students synthesize both evolutionary formation, types and the relationships of reef and ecological concepts and theory organisms standing of how organisms adapt to into an under- their environment. Marine, estuarine and maritime organisms are used as model systems and processes which affect marine populations are emphasized. 55.441 Biology of Molluscs An (3) - and ecologic approach evolutionary, functional second largest group of animals and perhaps the most diverse in terms of morphological, ecological and behavioral variations. Prerequisites: 50.110, 50.211 recom- mended. response to world-wide in field lake-level changes in glaciation. Students participate studies of Pleistocene deposits and the weathering and erosion of these deposits. Prerequisite: 51.101,51.102,51.111,51.112. given to predation and competition on the abundance and the 50.110, 50.120 and SCUBA and/or snorkeling experience. 55.492 Marine Mammals (3) • A study of the distribution, population ecology, behavior, physiology and adpatations of marine field sites Study of coastal geomorphology with an emphasis on Late Cenozoic and Pleistocene sea and is of temperature, salinity, light, nutrient concentration, mammals. Student projects entail collecting physiological (3) - Emphasis distribution of coral reef organisms. Prerequisite: to studying the 55.459 Coastal Geomorphology to their environment. species diversity, identification, symbiosis and effects and at facilities and behavioral data at studying marine mammals. Prerequisite: 50.110, 50.120, 50.212 or 50.361 recommended; preferences given senior students in registering. to undergraduate Bloomsburg University CPS (56) Page 217 Pennsylvania of Computer Science 56.250 Programming Language Paradigms an introduction to the functional, Administered by Department of Mathematics, Computer Science and introduction to computers how in (3) - Presents an how ing of I/O systems, data concepts of FORTRAN 77; input (3) - who has theory, design of the instructor. I (4) A programming - course for failures of artificial Course includes history of intelligence, knowledge representation, game playing, artificial problems using C++ language. Problem solving Prerequisite: 56.250. 56.330 Digital Design (Spring) methods are presented and some basic object-oriented and representation given extensive "hands-on" experience with guidance some A continuation of Computer Emphasizes software engineering principles is binary trees will stacks, also be studied. be III (4) flexibility prerequisite for - most 300 and 400 level is and debugging in a Unix 56.356 in puter, introductory files. Prerequisites: 56.221, 53.185, Windows Programming (Spring/even-numbered years) - programming with a microcom- concepts of microcomputer architecture, operating systems and machine and assembly language microprocessors. Prerequisite: for graphs and 53.126. and design. Prerequisite: 56.122. Advanced topics and and techniques for implementing and manipulating various data structures: stacks, queues, trees, hashing and emphasizes object oriented programming (3) (3) data structures. Particular attention to algorithms for searching sorting environment. Introduces nonlinear data structures and 56.240 Assembly Language Programming (Spring) A detailed analysis of algorithms and performance of algorithms and data structures. in computer science. Covers C and C++ languages as well as editing, compiling of Prerequisite: Examination of theoretical and experimental a courses An 56.250. Increases the students as a programmer and - 56.355 Analysis of Algorithms and Data Structures (Spring) - breadth and (Fall) (3) programming languages: programming language constructs. Advanced object will of computer systems. Prerequisites: and analysis. Emphasis on the run-time behavior introduced. Prerequisite: 56.121. Computer Science central syntax, semantics, parsing, language specification queues and oriented design methodologies and recursion existing introduction to the issues of performed. Class covers lists, Memory, 56.122, 53.185. searching and sorting algorithms. Pointers and dynamic structures: linked of data. 56.350 Organization of Programming Languages the context of programming. Elementary program performance analysis Design of combinational and computer architecture. Characteristics and features equivalent. (4) - - processors, input-output devices. Introduction to from the instructor Prerequisite: 56.110 or the II (3) sequential circuits. Coding, various instruction formats programming design issues are discussed. Students 56.122 Computer Science language processing, neural networks, genetic algorithms and problem solving. Teaches students how to write programs to solve 56.122. - intelligence. strategies, natural students with no prior programming experience. 56.221 even numbered years) expert systems, logic and theorem proving, search Computer Science in Uses microcomputer to Artificial Intelligence (3) (Fail, methods, successes and used toward the Computer Science major. Prerequi- I. Studies the Provides an understanding of the philosophy, content, program development and execution. May not be Science - computer as an Prerequisite: 56.121. 56.323 extended modes of arithmetic, character strings and 56.121 of a demonstrate and develop software applications. and output, program Programming experience or consent and usage instructional or training tool. Emphasizes documentation and control, structured programming, site: programming Secondary School Mathemat- in ics (Spring/odd-numbered years) (3) taken Computer and Information Systems 92.150. 56.116 Algorithmic Processes for Computers will Prerequisite: 56.122 or equivalent. 56.305 Computer Applications and required. Not appropriate be given to a student general and language paradigms to solve programming problems. BASIC on a microcomputer. Hands on credit for 56.110 will not in an understanding of how to use a specific language from three different experience with word processing, spreadsheets and is programming languages specifically lead to communication and storage, flow charting and data base software programming language paradigms. Entering language. Course gives students a better understand- they are controlled problem solving. Basic concepts include hardware, in Gives experience with a block structured procedural and data processing - what they function, and how they are used programming - and object students should already have at least one year of 56.110 Introduction to Computer Science they are, oriented Statistics. (Spring) (3) logical (3) - Introduces object oriented programming including the concepts of objects, windows environment, inheritance, encapsulation, polymorphism and event driven programming. Participation in the development of a large scale application project Prerequisite: 56.221 or 56.250. is required. 8 Page Undergraduate Catalog 21 56.357 Principles of Database Design (Fall, 56.430 Computer Architecture (Spring/ odd-numbered years(3) even-numbered Considers the principal functions of a years) (3) - database management system. Basic concepts used by all database models hierarchical, will be studied languages in be taught. Details of the will network and in detail. relational implement a intersection, union, difference, join such as an and RISC and CISC heirarchies, and superscalar and bandwidth issues. Prerequisite: 56.330. 56.444 Introduction to Parallel Processing (Fall/odd-numbered years)(3) multijoins of - Provides an overview of parallel processing, parallel architectures, design and analysis DML Study of a commercially available memory input/output database management system relational modern, high- processor designs, microprogrammed control and applications. Students its for instruction-set paradigms, pipelining general and uses a data manipulation that involves execution of operations relations. structures, database models Course examines query language (DML) and studies Examines design issues performance computer systems. Topics include bus of parallel algorithms. Focuses on the development prepares students for a career dealing with database and performance evaluation systems. Prerequisite: 56.221. parallel architectures. Prerequisite: 56.221. 56.373 Numerical Methods Computing in (Fall) (3) - analysis and application of various numerically solving problems in An methods on of parallel algorithms 56.450 Compiler Construction (Spring/odd-numbered years) of - the areas of nonlinear An introduction to the construction of compilers The compiler interpreters. is broken down (3) and phases into equations; systems of equations, interpolation and of scanning, parsing, semantic analysis, optimization polynomial approximation; numerical integration; and code generation. Studies the relevant theory approximation theory; and phases as students program a compiler. Prerequisites: differential equations. Students use a computer to design and execute 56.471 Numerical Analysis (Alternate years) (3) Prerequisites: 56.121 or 56.116, 53.126. Examines in detail (3) (Fall, odd-numbered years) - of local area network (LAN) technology. Provides an understanding of protocols, topologies in use. Investigation of LAN in installing analysis. Topics include nonlinear equations, interpolation 56.491 Special Topics in and Prerequisite: 56.330. Studies the foundation of modern operating systems and concurrent programming test their solutions to problems. Covers problems and possible solutions encountered development of all (3) - Presents an not available as a in Computer Science (2-12) - Provides modem in acquire meaningful and professional on-site training and learning in computer science at an industrial, with departmental approval, apply a maximum of 3 credits of internship toward the fulfillment of the the systems. Prerequisite: computer science major. Each 1 requires 40 hours of supervised 56.221. academic credit work and the limit is 12 total credit hours for internships. Prerequisites: 56.410 Computer Graphics (Spring/even-numbered years) - is private or business workplace. Note: a student may, problems associated with these systems. Students and Computer Science computer science majors with an opportunity to 56.386 Concurrent Programming and Foundations of Operating write differential equations. instructor. 56.497 Internship (3) (Fall) and regular course offering. Prerequisite: Consent of the demonstrating peer-to-peer and client-server LANs. Systems and approximation, differentiation and integration, matrices area of computer science which and network operating systems includes hands on experience Provides a Prerequisites: 56.373, 53.322. network architecture, data transmission methods and major LANs currently • computer-oriented analysis of algorithms of numerical key local area network standards and the fundamental concepts (3) Presents the basic principles for design, use and students must establish adequate course preparation for the proposed internship. Internship applications understanding of graphics systems. Hardware and must be submitted one month before the software components of graphics systems examined begins and must be approved by the department with a major emphasis on creating and manipulating graphics displays using a software graphics package; the package includes standard computer graphics algorithms. Two and three dimensional graphics, algorithms studied in depth. Prerequisites: 56.221 chairperson. training acquired in - work experience and program to give selected to apply the theoretical and internship 59.498 Natural Sciences and Mathematics Internship (1-9) Internship provides on-site animation, color, hidden line and hidden surface 53.225. the 56.350 and 56.221. algorithms for specific numerical procedures. 56.375 Local Area Networks in intern an opportunity and descriptive knowledge multiple natural sciences and mathematics disciplines. Requires approval of the internship coordinator and the dean of Arts and Sciences. 9 Bloomsburg University EDF Page Pennsylvania of 60.393 Social Foundations of Education (60) Educational Studies (3) - An integrated multidisciplinary study of education focusing Administered by Department of Educational Studies and Secondary Education. 60.201 Field Studies (1) I - Fifteen hour field experience to observe various teaching-learning situations. Weekly on-campus seminars. 60.204 Educational Computing and Technology (3) - 45 semester hours. into account Provides - students with career information, values clarification and decision-making skills determining educational policy, in 60.406 Multicultural Education needed to develop and for and school goals and in their social instructional to the cultural norms, values, language and learning styles of attitudes, behavior, students and for teaching complexity of the occupational experience. and respect development and learning related learning process. Psychological compared and evaluated in (3) - human systematic analysis of theories of A to the teaching- of models their philosophical for educational policy and 60.291 Principles of Teaching (3) - An introduction to the teaching process. Various instructional techniques, methodologies and approaches are explored. Topics include: developing instructional objectives, sequencing learning activities, strategies, questioning techniques and mastery teaching. Class term project includes unit lesson plan and evaluative instrument. Prerequisites: 60.201, 60.251. II (1) - Thirty in hour field a school setting. Develop lesson plans and teach two lessons under supervision. Produce reflective journal. Remaining in weekly campus class seminars. 60.302 Research Literacy (3) - Provides an introduction to research methods and techniques. Gives the student the basic understanding to be a better research, to be to (3) - and for the classroom atmosphere that promotes learning throughout the year are reviewed. Current models and major theories of discipline are reviewed and 60.301 . 60.431 Independent Study (1-3) - Requires consent of the department chairperson to schedule. Workshop in Education - (1-6) Studies selected areas of education including research by individual students in a special teaching field. 60.451 Pupil Personnel Services Comprehensive view in the Public School (3) - of pupil personnel services in elementary and secondary schools; school attendance, school health programs, pupil transporta- Education in experience with involvement and for effective discipline classroom management. Methods of planning 60.441, 60.442, 60.443 applying the various taxonomies, conducting micro-teaching, discipline time spent Focus on strategies evaluated. Prerequisites: 60.251, 60.291, 60.201, practice. 60.301 Field Studies students to understand other cultures. beginning of the year and for establishing an effective bases, ideological commitments and as criteria for the development all own and 60.427 Classroom Management and Effective Discipline motivation, systems are terms of their and the curricular aims and practices. Offers strategies accommodating sensitivity to these issues in light of the increasing 60.251 Psychological Foundations of Education Studies school situations - (3) that reflect the cultural diversity of the nation world (3) The course focuses on those policies. aspects and problems of society that need to be taken the school. setting that utilizes computers. Prerequisite: 60.205 Career Development and Life Planning on the social conditions, social values especially as this policy concerns the social role of computer technology and the school Introduction to among and educational Education in relationships 21 be able more aware consumer of of the value of research to carry out beginning-level research projects. psychological services, guidance services. 60.497 Teaching (3) - Reviews principles of evaluation; grading; representative standardized tests; vocabulary of measurement, test construction and interpretation; informal and formal in the cognitive, affective and psychomotor areas and alternative forms of assessment. Prerequisite: 45 semester hours, 60.291. in Education: First Experience secondary student teaching assignment by the student's area - (6) is The determined of specialization. Provides opportunities for direct participating experiences. Places students in classrooms with public or private school teachers. The student's major determines their assignment: K-6 - one experience and one experience school; N-K-3 situation 60.311 Classroom Measures and Assessment measurement tion, - in one experience and one in or two experiences in a primary level an intermediate in level of a public a preschool a primary level of a public school in a primary level of a public school. 60.498 Teaching in Education: Second Experience secondary student teaching assignment by the student's area of specialization. is (6) - The determined Page 220 ELE Undergraduate Catalog Childhood and Elementary Education 62.389 Individualized Instruction Activities (62) Early School Examines the and historical and practices Analyzes current trends from 62.302 Teaching of Science in for helping and emphasis on a effective learning area with language arts center, mathematics center, science - (3) and philosophical foundations for teaching children the Elementary rearranging the elementary classroom into an efficient Elementary Education. of early childhood education. in Emphasizes procedures individuals learn the informal school concept Administered by Department of Early Childhood and 62.121 Introduction to Early Childhood Education - (3) birth to age the Elementary School (3) 6. semester hours. 62.390 Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary School (3) Emphasizes methods and materials appropriate - Emphasizes the major methods and materials used centers and social studies centers. Prerequisite: 45 in elementary school science. Prerequisite: 64 semester teaching elementary school social studies in contemporary society. Prerequisite: 64 semester hours. hours. 62.304 Environmental Education for the Elementary School Teacher (3) - Provides learning experiences for the elementary school environmental education level in 62.310 Teaching Fine Arts in the Elementary School Provides competencies - (3) visual literary, and performing in the Elementary School Emphasizes methods and materials designed (3) elementary school children develop communication of a today's complex society. Includes modern language arts curriculum. all areas Prerequisite: 62.398 Teaching Mathematics the Elementary School in arts to ings and attitudes essential in contemporary programs the elementary school. areas of the school curriculum. Prerequisite: 45 semester hours. (3) - Learning Experiences with Young Children Outlines physical, mental, emotional and social levels of children from birth to age 8, with attention to prenatal, infant-toddler, preschool and kindergarten programs to meet the needs of this age child and needed to provide the background of experience for later ventures into reading, art, arithmetic, in the teaching of Prerequisite: 64 semester hours. 62.400 Workshop in Teaching Mathematics and Elementary Education workshop format of environmental factors that foster child growth. Examines - (3) sion and integration of fine arts into in 64 Outlines mathematical methods, materials, understand- elementary school children. Emphasizes comprehenall - to help semester hours. the selection and in implementation of materials and procedures for teaching 62.391 Teaching Language Arts skills for programs. 62.322 Seminar - for - in Early Childhood Presents a to provide individual or group study problems concerned with teaching mathematics and elementary early childhood 62.410 Methods and Materials (3) (1-6) - in at levels. Early Childhood Education I Provides teachers with a workshop experience in infant daycare centers and nursery schools. science, social studies, music, literature, physical Provides methods and materials that teachers can use education and health and safety. Prerequisites: and construct Psychology 48.101, 48.211. Examines theories 62.371 Teaching Reading in the Elementary School (3) - Examines developmental reading from readiness through sixth grade. Prerequisite: 45 semester hours. 62.373 Diagnostic and Inclusionary Practices (3) - Presents in their centers and classrooms. of Bruner, Piaget, Froebel and Montessori. Prerequisites: 62.121, 62.322. 62.420 Methods and Materials (3) - in Early Childhood Education II Provides teachers with a workshop experience in infant daycare centers and nursery schools. diagnostic and remedial procedures emphasizing both Provides methods and materials that teachers can use standardized and informal techniques. Prerequisite: and construct 62.371. Examines theories 62.376 Language Experiences for Children (3) - Explores the language development of children and factors that influence skill in communication development effective from nursery school through sixth grade. Provides a background for students in for children. Prerequisite: language arts and 45 semester hours. literature in their centers and classrooms. of Bruner, Piaget, Froebel and Montessori. Prerequisites: 62.121, 62.322. 62.431 Independent Study Education (1-3) - in Elementary and Early Childhood Individual projects in education. Requires consent of the department chairperson. 62.450 Methods of Teaching Foreign Languages Elementary School (3) - in the Examines factors influencing second language acquisition and addresses a of strategies variety designed to teach foreign languages in the elementary school. Special focus on integrating the foreign language syllabus within the elementary school curriculum. Culture, art, music and dance included. Prerequisites: 60.291, 200-level foreign language or equivalent. . Bloomsburg University TCH Page 221 Pennsylvania of 70.202 Technology for Exceptionalities Secondary Education (65) (3) - Provides the special education major with an introduction to Administered by Department of Educational Studies. 65.351 Teaching Communication in 60.301, 60.393; junior standing in concentration in (3) devices, are studied 70.206 Introduction to Early Intervention 60.251, 60.291, 60.301, 60.393; junior standing in an area of concentration 65.353 Teaching Science in secondary education. in the Secondary School an area in - of concentration in in the Secondary School Prerequisites: 60.201, 60.251, 60.291, 60.301, 60.343, junior standing in concentration in (3) influences of El, on the development of of young children and 70.240 Foundations in Special Education (3) - An introduction to in retardation, physical disabilities disabilities. and learning A presentation of diagnostic materials and techniques as well as various approaches, programs an area of and services secondary education. 65.355 Teaching Social Studies disabilities An overview including historical the history, causes and characteristics of mental 65.358 Teaching Foreign Language - (3) - field of early intervention (El), early intervention models. secondary education. (Spring) (3) the perspectives, philosophies of (Fall) (3) Prerequisites: 60.201, 60.251, 60.291, 60.301, 60.393; junior standing and environ- mental interfaces. Prerequisites: Prerequisites: 60.201, - use as prosthetics, in relation to instructional tools, administrative tools the Secondary School in being applied to meet the needs of is teachers. Computers, as well as other technological an area of secondary education. 65.352 Teaching Mathematics it exceptional individuals and special education Prerequisites: 60.201, 60.251, 60.291, (Fall) (3) - (Spring) technology as the Secondary School the Secondary School (Fall) Prerequisites: 60.201, 60.251, 60.291, 60.301, will be given. 70.250 Behavior Disorders (3) - Deals with inappropriate behaviors emitted by children and youth and the may be used 60.393; junior standing in an area of concentration in techniques and strategies that secondary education 65.358 Teaching Foreign these behaviors. Covers psychological disorders, Language the Secondary School (Spring) in (3) • an area of concentration in behavior and techniques and materials used at all Academic Subjects skills Emphasis on readiness, comprehension, silent reading school levels 70.340 Educating Individuals with Moderate/Severe Disabilities (3) Understanding techniques for developing reading applicable to the secondary school. and oral (3) - Presents students with different theories and techniques used the education of persons with in moderate and severe disabilities. Students are also methods and materials used reading through secondary school academic subjects. exposed Prerequisite: 45 semester hours. educate persons with moderate and severe 65.411 Seminar in Secondary Education (3) - Activities center around concerns and problems encountered secondary education. The range of activities is competency including diagnosis, mutual development of objectives 65.431 Independent Study in and self evaluation. Secondary Education in - A work study program an education-related setting applicable to fulfilling (3) - Provides information and experience with formal and informal assessment devices and procedures, their usages and appropriateness. Covers gathering information about the learner concerning appropriate instructional tasks, sensory channels, interest areas skills. and social Covers ways of developing informal assessments, gathering observational information, storing information and planning for instruction. 70.357 Vocational Programming free electives in teacher education degree. to disabilities. prior to instruction (1-3) - Requires consent of department chairperson 79.312 Internship in Education (1-15) to a variety of 70.353 Assessment and Planning in determined by individual need and by levels of professional in social curriculum. Examines group and individual problems in secondary education. 65.374 Teaching Reading modify research related to aggressive and withdrawn Prerequisites:60.201, 60.251, 60.291, 60.301, 60.393; junior standing in to (3) - Develop a philosophy of vocational education for persons with disabilities, SPE (70) Special Education acquire knowledge of programs and strategies to develop students' prevocational and vocational Administered by Department of Exceptionalities. 70.101 Introduction to the Exceptional Individual all (3) - Reviews major areas of exceptionality (visually impaired, mentally retarded, hearing impaired, communication disorders, behavior disorders, learning disabilities) and acquaints the student with social, sociological, psychological, medical, historical, legal, economic and professional aspects current research facilitating and the of these conditions. latest techniques for meaningful interactions with these individuals. Reviews learn information about skills, and gain experience with curriculum materials and assessment procedures and develop strategies 70.375 Individual Project interests in transition (3) and needs - planning. Project planned according to of the individual student, in any the following suggested areas: library research, curriculum study or internship educational programs. in special aspects of of Page 222 Undergraduate Catalog 70.401 Student Teaching With Exceptional Individuals (12) • 70.496/70.497/70.498 Special Workshop I, II, III (1-6) - Provides opportunities for the student to test Temporary special workshop seminars designed to educational theory by putting focus on contemporary trends, topics and problems it into practice, opportunities to raise questions, problems and issues which may lead to advanced study and opportunities for effective functioning in in the an actual classroom field of speakers, team teaching, practicum, a pupil-teacher relationship field new media and Workshops setting. Prerequisite: in special education. Lecturers, resource experience and related techniques. usually are funded projects. Concurrent with 70.461. 70.407 Family-Centered and Inclusive Practices Intervention (3) and strategies - SPA Early in Provides students with information, practical application of best practices in early intervention, specifically with regard to family- (72( Speech Pathology and Audiology Administered by Department of Audiology and Speech Pathology. centered practices, communication and collaboration, 72.152 Introduction to Communication Disorders observation and assessment, inclusion and an introduction to the study of (3) - Presents human communication adaptations. Prerequisite: 70.206. and communication disorders, the 70.408 Experiences in Early Intervention (1-6) - Provides in students with the opportunity to apply theory, best practices and knowledge functions and problems of intervention in early children environments with ages identified families and and human communication for adults. children, 72.200 Introduction to Audiology birth-6, role of professionals communication disorders, basic processes, with disabilities. Prerequisites: 70.206, (3) - Introduces the causes, evaluation techniques and rehabilitative procedures for 70.407. various types of hearing problems; related auditory, 70.433 Language Arts for Students with Special Needs (3) - speech, psychological and educational factors; the Provides preservice teachers with a comprehensive overview of skills, assessment and strategies roles of parent, educator rehabilitation teaching listening, speaking, reading and written expression. A language arts holistic is specialist in the program. Presents hearing conservation procedures used in schools and industry. philosophy for teaching 72.220 Phonetics stressed. Students portfolio of resources and for will prepare a and best practices for teaching (3) - Studies of the physiological, acoustical, perceptual and descriptive aspects of speech and sound production. Primary emphasis on description, language arts to students with special needs. classification 70.450 Methods for Elementary Special Education summary Provides a and instructional disabilities. strategies, (3) transcription of speech sounds. - Provides a base of knowledge for diagnosis and of the learning characteristics needs and of students with mild treatment of phonetic and phonological disorders of communication. Learning theory, effective teaching 72.240 Normal Language Acquisition classroom management and interaction (3) - Focuses on current with parents, paraprofessionals and professionals information and theory regarding normal language will acquisition. be discussed. 70.451 Methods for Secondary Special Education (3) 72.300 Auditory Training and Speech Reading - current teaching (3) - Presents methods for educating children and Familiarizes students with a variety of instructional techniques used to enhance the learning process of individuals with disabilities at the secondary level. Covers information pertaining to current issues in secondary special education and their adults with moderate and severe hearing losses. Prerequisite: 72.200. 72.310 Speech Science (3) - Speech science is the study of the physiology of speech production, the acoustical impact on characteristics of service delivery. speech and the processes by which listeners perceive speech. Prerequisites: 72.220, 70.461 Problems in in Special Education (3) - Presents instruction 50.366. the development of constructive teaching of exceptional individuals. Focuses on problems in the education of exceptional children. Discusses relationship to teaching as each problem is its defined. Helps the future teacher meet practical problems guiding the exceptional individual in in learning experiences at school. Prerequisite: Concurrent with 70.401. Bloomsburg University of Page 223 Pennsylvania 72.320 Assessment and Remediation of Language Disorders 72.482 Undergraduate Audiology Internship gain practical experience Prepares students for the clinical application of (3) language analysis procedures drawn from and helping linguistics, psycholinguistics and sociolinguistics and to apply knowledge from these areas to the management in certified audiologists - Students engaged in collaboration of the course instructor and contract to of complete a variety of learning models. Prerequisites: 72.152, 72.220, 72.240. 72.492 72.592 (3) - Workshop Pathology (1-6) in activities at the site. Audiology and/or Speech Focus on contemporary trends, - Considers the major theoretical approaches to topics and problems assessment and treatment of speech disorders. speech pathology. Guest lecturers, resource Students engage speakers, team teaching, field observation, examination in clinical of standardized tests and procedures used diagnosis of disorders differential articulation, in Workshop 72.493. 72.593 in Prerequisites: 72.152, 72.220. topics and problems 72.340 Applied Behavioral Analysis for Speech and Language Applies the psychology of learning to communi- cative behavior and clinical problems. Presents Presents a synopsis and in the fields of audiology or speech pathology. Guest lecturers, resource speakers, team teaching, field new media and Workshop 72.494. 72.594 of primary concepts in diagnostic Focus on contemporary trends, - experience and technologies and related techniques and methodologies are included. practices. (3) • (1-6) practicum, current educational and therapeutic trends and 72.430 Fundamentals of Audiology experience and technologies and related Audiology and/or Speech Pathology - the fields of audiology or techniques and methodologies are included. the areas of phonology, fluency and voice. Provides training in the administration of therapy programs. (3) in new media and practicum, the in rehabilitative Pathology (1-6) in Audiology and/or Speech Focus on contemporary trends, - topics and problems in the fields of audiology or audiology. Relates the possible implications of speech pathology. Guest lecturers, resource audiological topics to speech pathology, education of speakers, team teaching, field the hearing impaired, reading, nursing and special practicum, education. techniques and methodologies are included. 72.450 Clinical Observation (3) - Students develop the a trained observer and participate in skills of observations of the practice of audiology and speech-language pathology. Observations are conducted off (3) - Presents the study of language as a psychological phenomenon. Areas of study animal communication and application of - (3) A study of sign in the Schools it disciplines. Examines the a school in interfaces with the other school-related Emphasizes facilitation of communication the disciplines. in Speech-Language Pathology - skills. I (3) - A study of American skills. of expressive ASL and on develop- and receptive conversational ASL Prerequisite: 74.153 or equivalent skills; instructor permission required. 74.155 American Sign Language II with emphasis placed on (3) - A continuation of ASL I more complex grammatical 74.154. in 74.201 History, Education school settings as observers and aides to CCC-certified speech-language pathologists in of the deaf structures and conversational fluency. Prerequisite: (3-6) Students gain practical experience by working clinical or communication with members recognition as a language. Focuses ment (3) - profession of speech/language pathology as in 74.154 American Sign Language its Prerequisites: 72.152, 72.240. 72.468 Speech Habilitation used Sign Language (ASL) including the history of psycholinguistics to communication disorders. assessment and/or remediation communication disorders. Students select who are of sites with the collaboration of the course instructor and contract to complete a variety of learning activities while at site. 74.153 Introduction to Sign Language receptive language, sociolinguistics, nonverbal communication, engaged HRL (74) Studies in Hearing Loss community. Emphasizes developing expressive and include language acquisition, meaning, biology of among related language vocabulary and fingerspelling techniques 72.460 Psycholinguistics 72.480 Internship experience and new media and technologies and Administered by Department of Exceptionality Programs. on and campus. setting providing Students select sites with the clinical services. language disorders. Studies various intervention 72.330 Assessment and Remediation of Speech Disorders (3-6) audiology by observing Hearing (3) • and Guidance of the Deaf/Hard of Explores hearing loss with emphasis on the history of educational procedures and guidance in communicative, psychological and vocational habilitation. 74.254 The Deaf Culture (3) - Involves study and analysis of the deaf community. Emphasis on research and discussion of social, psychological and personal aspects of the members of the deaf community. Page 224 Undergraduate Catalog 74.255 American Sign Language linguistic structure of the ASL Continuation of (3) III Major focus on the study of ASL sign principles II. and language to continue building expressive and receptive ASL Prerequisite: skills. (3) • Focuses on more advanced ASL and a synthesis of all A continuation of ASL and transcription 74.260 Interpreting the Educational Setting in including postsecondary, secondary (3) - residence or and elementary on the (3) - Focuses on topics such as the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, and transliteration. ethical behavior. Prerequisite: to Emphasis be taken (3) for professionalism, principles and ethics. Prerequisite: 74.301 or permission of the instructor. (3) - (3) • Focuses through laboratory work and classroom discussions when transliteration situations for observation and Emphasizes professionalism, ethics. Prerequisite: 74.301 or in the field of (3) Emphasis on classroom - and the proper use of the voice. Involves the placement of in interpreting situations on and off campus minimum of 120 interpreting hours. 74.462 Problems Education of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing in the function of teachers (3) - in public and private educational settings. 74.469 Experience 3) - in Education of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing (1- Provides experience working under supervision with deaf and hard of hearing children classroom or in a demonstra- field facility. Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor. (3) Identifies 74.480 Independent Study and Research (1-3) - Permits students to work under faculty guidance required for effective oral interpreting and transliterat- particular use of personal characteristics to speech reading and the identification of the individual during interpretation. Prerequisites: 74.153 and 74.301. 74.305 Introduction to Instructional Methods for the Deaf/Hard of (3) skills of and contextually correct English information and techniques and the utilization of skills needs of the hearing impaired new communication disorders. to gain "on-the-job" experience. Requires a tion permission of the instructor. ing. Includes Specialized Addresses the educational problem of hearing loss and building transliteration skills. Experience gained 74.304 Oral Interpretingfi'ransliterating Workshop in Interpreting (3) - the student observation and practice are presented. Emphasizes and for faculty approval prior to registration. comprehending the signed message, forming 74.415 Practicum interpreting skills. classroom discussions when interpreting situations principles of the faculty or study of communicatively handicapped persons, technology in- Prerequisite: 74.301 or permission of the instructor. - Experience gained through laboratory work and 74.303 Transliterating English to Sign Language - A detailed project plan must 74.400 Communication Disorders interpretations Focuses on building expressive practice are presented. programs under the direction designated practitioners. syntactically concurrently with 74.256. 74.302 Interpreting English to American Sign Language (3) projects in professional service discussion and laboratory work developing and the mental processes in interpreting Communication Disorders 74.401 Sign to Voice Interpreting various kinds of certification, establishing the involved field be submitted meetings and visually coded English Sign Systems. 74.301 Introduction to Interpreting for the Deaf in Gives students the opportunity to carry out special Study of status of interpreters, characteristics of various interpreting situation diagnosis and treatment of phonemic and phonological 74.390 Directed Project areas. Topical areas include: recent legislation Hearing speech 74.201, 72.200, junior or senior standing. concepts previously interpreting within a variety of educational settings facilitate of disorders of communication. Prerequisites: 74.153, aspects of linguistic learned. Prerequisite: 74.255. on sound production. Primary emphasis on the sounds. Provides a base of knowledge for the 74.256 American Sign Language IV on Studies of the physiological, acoustical, (3) - perceptual and descriptive aspects of speech and description, classification 74.155. II. 74.380 Phonetics Introduces the design of instructional when needs cannot be met by regularly scheduled courses. Learning experiences may include library research or creative academic projects. Nature and scope of the project determine semester hours awarded. 74.490 Counseling Needs of Communicatively Disordered Individuals and Their Families (3) - Designed to help procedures and methods of implementing curricula for students identify counseling needs of communicatively education of the deaf/hard of hearing. Discusses and disabled individuals and their families and to provide demonstrates traditional and innovative approaches to basic, short-term counseling. Students introduced to teaching. various counseling strategies in individual settings as appropriate to schools hearing clinics. and group and speech and Bloomsburg University Page 225 Pennsylvania of PRS Professional Studies 82.206 Proposal Writing in research process Administered by the Departments of Early Childhood and in Education (1-15) - A work 79.320 Field-Based Inclusion Practicum HLT study program an education-related setting applicable to fulfilling free electives in teacher education level research to study a research problem. Prerequisite: 82.204, 82.205, statistics course or consent of instructor. For Non-Matriculating RNs. degree programs. (6) - a researchable prospectus. Emphasizes conceptualization of a design Secondary Education and Exceptionality Programs. in Focuses on the - (1) problem and formulating a beginning Elementary Education, Educational Studies and 79.312 Internship Nursing in identifying Provides 82.210 Professional Nursing (3) - Introduces the student to the Bloomsburg University undergraduate nursing application of theories in learning, assessment, program and the concepts and processes of classroom management and teaching strategies to professional nursing. Defines and discusses mission, inclusive school settings. Topics include building philosophy and conceptual model of the curriculum. home/school partnerships, environmental/curricular Presents and integrates major concepts of the adaptations, instructional support teams, collaboration, program. Students develop the view of person as a cooperative learning, mastery learning, classroom holistic management, whole language, curriculum-based across the assessments, peer coaching. Prerequisite: junior or ment as senior status. introduced and examined. Laboratory activities furnish (80) opportunity to apply acquired knowledge appropriately credentialed preceptor. in an on-site Open to students the health sciences. Prerequisite: senior standing. restricted to students Use a values or free elective open to 82.200 Nursing Placement (Variable) - A number used advanced placement credits NLN Mobility II Profile tests or examinations which the community. Prerequisites: 45.211 or nursing student status. (3) - Provides an introduction to the basic wellness for may be in which nurses apply all individuals. Addresses nutritional including health promotion, nursing and dietary clinical practice resulting from ANA certification in Nursing (1) 82.215. 82.212 Pharmacology (3) Focuses on the student as a consumer of research with emphasis critiquing research studies for and the ethics of research with human - Provides a foundation in integration throughout the curriculum. Explores the legal, social, and political dimensions of pharmacotherapeutics. Prerequisites: 50.173, 50.174, 52.101, 52.108, 45.211 or 45.213 or 46.200, 48.101, 48.210, concurrent 50.240, 82.210, 82.214; sophomore nursing student status. 82.213 Foundations of Nursing Practice subjects. For Non-Matriculating RNs. (1) - pharmacology for pharmacologic content - Introduces research methods and techniques. 82.205 Research Application in Nursing and 82.212, 82.214, concurrent 50.240, 82.213 taken by registered 82.204 Critical Evaluation of Research Focuses on the contribution of research to the discipline and the Emphasizes and ways components of holistic nursing care ethical, historical consumer's sophomore 52.101, 52.108, concurrent 50.240; to nurses. application is modifications to treat disease. Prerequisites: 82.210, students. transfer in group dynamics, these principles to promote an optimal level of the B.S.N, program, except for 82.217 Alcohol: is in principles of nutrition Courses within the nursing curriculum are all with clients 82.211 Nutrition Administered by Department of Nursing. and Abuse which in 45.213 or 46.200; 48.101, 48.210, 50.173, 50.174, NUR (82) Nursing in related to nursing practice. Nursing roles are applied as the student demonstrates the teaching role practicum experience under the supervision of an in growing and developing communication and teaching. The nursing process Provides the - is span. Explores the person's environ- life opportunities to develop skills Health Sciences 80.400 Health Sciences Internship (3-6) open-system who (5) - Focuses on the application of nursing process to promote optimal levels of functioning of the adult and older adult. Students apply theory to the care of the individual role in applying research findings. client identifying researchable problems and as they begin to assume the nursing roles practitioner, teacher, of leader/manager and consumer of improving practice through application of research research. Students expand their knowledge and findings. Prerequisites: 82.204, statistics course. For application of major nursing concepts as they provide Non-Matriculating RNs. health care to clients in non life-threatening situations. Laboratory simulations and computer instruction enable the student to develop psychomotor skills basic to nursing practice. Instructional strategies include clinical experiences with clients and in community hospital settings. Prerequisites: 82.210, 82.212, 82.214, 50.240, concurrent 82.215 and 82.211. . Page 226 Undergraduate Catalog 82.214 Health Assessment (3) principles of health - Introduces techniques and assessment for adult Communication and Interviewing skills 82.310 Family Nursing - (2) Focuses on the concept of family as an open system and use of the nursing process to clients. assess and promote family health across are reinforced lifespan. its throughout the course. Health patterns of adults are Students analyze the structures and functions of the assessed. Validation of health histories and practice of family in contemporary U.S. society as a basis for review of systems and basic assessment occur in the simulated learning laboratory. Prerequi- environment and sociocultural factors are explored as concurrent with 82.210 and 82.305 they influence the family's various functions. Stresses sites: prior to or (RNs determining health care needs. The role of the skills will the nurse's role only). 82.215 Pathophysiology for Nursing Practice (3) - in assisting the family to responsibility for meeting the Assists the needs of assume members. student to apply the physiological principles as a Prerequisite: junior standing in nursing program, means of understanding 82.213, concurrent with 82.311 or 82.312 pathological conditions. are presented. The impact on the of these disruptions individual are discussed. Students develop semester fall only. Pathophysiological disruptions to system functioning 82.311 Adult Health I (7) Focuses on the application - of the nursing process to promote and restore the health of an understanding of the signs and symptoms associated older adults with chronic or potentially life-threatening with selected pathophysiological disruptions as a illnesses. basis for determining nursing care needs. Prerequi- to the older adult while providing health care. concurrent with 82.213 and 82.211. sites: prior to or 82.217 Alcohol: Use and Abuse (3) - Because alcohol population. problem in students in all disciplines. Increasing independence is in is nursing roles occurs as Examines the nature a standing.. 82.312 Maternal and Child Health Nursing intended for in variety of settings. Prerequisite: 82.213, junior the American a leading public health the U.S., this course in students collaborate with health care providers Provides comprehensive overview of alcohol use and misuse Students apply developmental theory related (8) - Focuses on family-centered nursing and application of the nursing of process to promote and restore health with women, alcohol problems as well as socio-cultural attitudes towards drinking. Explores alcohol's effects on the neonates, children and their families. Students apply a body. Discusses the impact of alcoholism on variety of family adolescents, professional workers, elderly and the intervention and family. and women, the Examines prevention, referrals. An overview rehabilitation that includes spiritual, and developmental theories nursing practice with clients in to community and hospital-based settings. Health education that of treatment encourages responsibility for health promotion moral and discussed. The role development of the student enhanced through legal aspects. 82.305 Role Development for the Nurse Generalist (RN) (3) care providers - and is interactions with a variety of health a collaborative effort to meet the health needs. Prerequisite: 82.213, junior standing. Resocializes the registered nurse for professional practice. Introduces the purpose, objectives in is 82.313 Special Topics (1-6) - Presents a diversity of topics conceptual framework of the Department of Nursing's focusing on contemporary trends, issues and program. Through increased knowledge and problems relevant to the principles and practice of integration of varied professional nursing concepts, the student develops the roles of practitioner, teacher, professional nursing leader/manager and consumer of research. Prerequisites: Current state RN license; 50.173, the direction of a faculty students to the concepts, research in nursing. skills and (3) - The contributions member following a plan be interdisciplinary. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing or consent by department. Introduces and processes Requires investigation of an approved by the department chairperson. Course may requirements under the articulation model. 82.306 Introduction to Nursing Research - area of special interest and value to the student under 50.174, 50.240; 45.211 or 45.213 or 46.200; 48.101, 48.210; 48.160 or 53.141; 52.101, 52.108; the health care system. in 82.405 Independent Study (1-6) of of selected nursing theorists are explored as frameworks for 82.410 Community Health Nursing (5) - Focuses on the use of the nursing process, demography, epidemiology, program planning and evaluation ties with the to assist communi- promotion, restoration and maintenance of nursing inquiry. Students evaluate research critically health. and examine healthcare delivery are identified as students its importance to the discipline of nursing. Prerequisite: 48.160 or 53.141; junior standing; 82.305 82.307 Geriatric Nursing (if (3) RN) or consent of - instructor. Focuses on the physiological, psychological and social aspects of aging with emphasis on the assessment of problems and The impact of multiple systems on health and collaborate with clients, support systems other providers, public health agencies as a whole. Role development and the community will be fostered through independent and interdependent activities with culturally diverse groups and organizations. Approved appropriate nursing intervention. Prerequisite: junior or as a cultural diversity course. Prerequisites: 82.306, senior standing or RN. (Spring semester only.). 82.310,82.311,82.312,82.305. . Bloomsburg University Pennsylvania of 82.411 Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing (5) Page 227 Focuses on the - MDT (86) Medical Technology application of diverse theories, psychobiological concepts and epidemiological principles to students' use of nursing process Sciences. 86.401 Clinical Microbiology (6-10) restore the health of a culturally diverse client population in in self" cause disease and client, support systems and other health care needs (7) - critical thinking to problem-solve technology in of these tests, and make decisions. interdisciplinary team toxicology, endocrinology tion research. Course promotes integration of values into - guidelines and case policy methods of (3-6) - Lecture and interaction as related to safe transfusion, prediction of immune incompatibilities and probability of parentage. Donor collection, processing, blood component preparation and therapy also studied. (2-4) - Lecture and laboratory study of immunological concepts and courses to enhance profes- theory and their relation to serologic reactions and sional role development. Prerequisites: 82.306, clinical interpretations. 82.310, 82.311, 82.312, senior nursing major status. - fluids, urinalysis. Lecture quality control of procedures using spectro- 86.405 Clinical Immunology/Serology is incorporated. Principles from this course are integrated 82.451, 82.551 Transcultural Health Issues (3) and and antibodies and their Focuses on management concepts. Content into concurrent clinical end products, body laboratory study of blood groups, genetics, antigens including leadership theories and health care economics - automated techniques. and concepts, decision-making processes, budgeting on public and 86.404 Clinical Immunohematology 82.310, 82.311, 82.312. (82.305 for RNs). (4) and photometry, chromatography, electrophoresis and professional behaviors and accountability for personal and professional growth. Prerequisites: 82.306, management principles, performance determination. Laboratory study includes standardiza- leader/manager and consumer of 82.414 Nursing Management/Leadership lecture analysis and clinical significance of each biochemical students to continue to develop proficiency as a practitioner, teacher, skills in the series includes anatomy, physiology, order for in A of blood disorders electrolytes, acid-base balance, to promote, Learning experiences are provided knowledge drates, lipids, proteins, nitrogenous maintain and restore optimal health to a variety of clients. - and blood Lecture and laboratory study of enzymes, carbohy- assisting these clients to attain an and the of hematopoiesis 86.403 Clinical Chemistry for Medical Technologists (6-10) and optimal level of functioning. They collaborate with clients pathology and insight into the significance of test results. skills in skills their clinical coagulation. Students acquire an understanding of the of a diversity of adult clients with Students use nursing process, therapeutic humans, theory of hematological tests, Focuses on meeting the complex needs. Students employ developed in and laboratory study Prerequisites: 82.306, 82.310, 82.311, 82.312. II and laboratory 86.402 Clinical Hematomology/ Coagulation (6-10) providers to deliver holistic and humanistic care. 82.412 Adult Health Nursing lecture related diagnostic laboratory procedures. independent and interdependent roles as they collaborate with A - study of bacteria, fungi, parasites and viruses which a variety of mental health care settings. Students employ a "therapeutic use of function Administered by Department of Biological and Allied Health and to promote, maintain 86.406 Clinical Seminar (1-6) Provides - Covers courses not included above, such as orientation, laboratory management, students with a global perspective of transcultural education, clinical microscopy and/or areas unique to health issues. Students analyze the cultural, social, the individual hospital program. educational, economic, political and environmental forces that contribute to health on an international Compares major cultural and health in developed level. ethnic determinants of and developing countries will be BUS (90) General Business Administered by Department of Business Education and Office Information Systems. compared, addresses approaches used by diverse 90.101 Introduction to Business (3) - Provides a study of cultures in various countries in solving their health business and care problems and examines research on transcultural its environment organization, operation and interrelationships with government and society. health issues. Evaluates the role of major international Business majors develop a broad base health organizations dealing with cultural and ethical study issues in world health. Prerequisites: junior, senior or graduate standing. Approved as an interdisciplinary and for further in a specific area in business, while other majors become familiar with the American enterprise system and the functions and issues facing business cultural diversity course. today. Prerequisite: Not tion open to business administra- degree students with 6 or more semester hours business. in Page 228 Undergraduate Catalog 90.333 Business Communications and Report Writing 90.460 Business and Office - (3) Applies theories and principles of effective communication to solve common improvement of business business reports and other documents. responsibility Includes a study of selling as (3) - Students acquire skills, the enhancement of business and office education as a professional Prerequisite: junior or senior standing. 90.341 Principles of Selling (1-3) pertaining to the professional development and business problems. Psychological and organizational strategies are used in writing Workshop an awareness and understanding of the knowledge 90.498 Special Topics and their role in the business world. Business Education and Office in A a profession, preparation for successful selling, steps Systems and procedures associated with the sales process and education or office systems. Not available as a regular special selling topics. Students apply sales principles course offering. and techniques while conducting sales presentations. Prerequisite: junior standing. 90.350 Valuing Diversity in Business (3) - A study of the the United States by an emerging multicultural society. upon Explores cultural heritage, values, beliefs and individuals organizations and businesses, as as possible solutions. of Accounting 91.220 Financial Accounting (3) — Familiarizes students with a principles and their applications. Includes sole proprietorship, partnership and corporate accounting. General ledger and/or spreadsheet computerized accounting required. For non-accounting majors only. 90.402 Methods of Teaching Business Education Emphasizes a variety study of the aspects of business basic understanding of generally accepted accounting prejudices and the effects of privilege and oppression well (91) - Administered by Department of Accounting. challenges and opportunities presented to businesses in ACC (1-3) (3) - 91 .221 Principles of Accounting methods and materials for I (3) — Presents the accounting cycle covering both service and teaching certification areas of business education. merchandising Must be scheduled the semester special journals and special ledgers, accrued prior to student teaching and concurrently with 90.403. Classroom activities of a sole proprietorship; and deferred items and receivables and inventories. discussions closely correlate with the experiences of General ledger and/or spreadsheet computerized 90.403. Prerequisite: Admission to teacher education. accounting 90.403 Business Education Field Experience (1) Initiates an awareness of the teaching and learning atmosphere of the professional teacher in the classroom. Students is required. 91 .222 Principles of Accounting (3) II — Further develops the accounting cycle; recording, summarizing, interpreting financial data for partnerships provided opportunities to undertake the responsibilities Includes cash flow, long-term assigned to a classroom teacher, including assuming and some of the teaching role competencies. Must be Prerequisite: Business Education 91 .223 Managerial (12) liabilities, practice set plant assets and general are required. Admission to teacher education. in A ledger and/or spreadsheet computerized accounting scheduled the semester prior to student teaching. 90.404 Professional Semester payroll accounting. and corporations. Accounting (3) — Presents volume-cost- - profit analysis, special decisions, operational and Includes orientation experiences to observe the financial budgeting, control operation of a school and specific classes as well as evaluation, job-order 16 weeks of participatory teaching experiences analysis, cost allocation, quantitative decision-making correlated with classroom studies under full-time techniques and analysis of financial statements. supervision. Must be scheduled concurrently with Students are expected to be proficient 90.406. use of Lotus 90.406 Clinical Studies in Business Education seminars on principles of education teachers, methods strategies and problems of teaching of (3) for - Presents business classroom teaching. in the general 1-2-3 or Lotus 1-2-3 compatible electronic spreadsheets. Students are required to retrieve, sheets dealing with and many print electronic spread- of the topics. Prerequisites: 91.220 or 91.222. Classroom discussions closely correlated with the experiences of 90.404. 91.320 International Accounting (3)— Addresses needs of accounting and finance students wishing to become 90.431 Independent Study in Business (1-3) -Topic and outline of project and process costing, variance modify, complete, save business subjects, and performance must be approved by the department more qualified in accounting on a global perspective. Provides an international accounting component for chairperson and dean of the college. Prerequisite: students Open Prerequisites: 91.220 or 91.222. Meets cultural to seniors only. 90.432 Internship in Business (1-6) - Provides students with opportunities to acquire practical experiences in work situations in office systems. Prerequisites: Approval by department chairperson; semester hours earned. GPA of 2.50 and 80 who have completed diversity requirement. foundation courses. Bloomsburg University of Page 229 Pennsylvania 91 .321 Intermediate Accounting — Presents the conceptual (3) I 91.430 Advanced Accounting (3) Applies accounting principles to special problems in the consolidation information processing system, financial statements merger of business enterprises. Includes consideration and the accounting standards regarding present and of the basis for cash and receivables, future value concepts, liabilities. in construction and utilization of integrated microcom- each chapter. Prerequisite: puter-generated worksheets and financial statements. 91.222. Prerequisite: 91 .322. 91 .322 Intermediate Accounting II — Presents accounting (3) 91.431 standards for property, plant and equipment, intangible (3) — Focuses on accounting of governments and non-profit and bankruptcy accounting. Prerequisite: 91 .322 or consent of the instructor. stockholders equity, retained earnings, stock rights in securities II and practices institutions. Includes partnerships, estates, trusts borrower and lender, formation of corporations and and options and investments Advanced Accounting principles income recognition, long-term debts by assets, such combinations, consolidated subsequent dates with special emphasis on design, Requires the use of Lotus 1-2-3 to solve computer problems and statements on date of acquisition as well as at temporary investments, inventories and short-term and 91.432 Internship in Accounting (6) — Provides work consolidated financial statements. Requires student to experience use an approved word processing software package 80 semester hours completed and adequate course to produce a research paper that analyzes one FAS6, reviewing the related accounting literature. Prerequi- III (3) Presents accounting and pension plans, leases, earnings per share, income 91 .449 taxes, accounting changes and error corrections and financial reporting and changing prices. computer problems in Use of Lotus each chapter Introduces basic tax laws — Addresses the application for the solving of Introductory of a cross section of management and health professional, is literature. Prerequisite: who by - leadership skills for the education and background prepared not to manage but to practice a profession, but nevertheless finds her/himself in a management position. 91.342 Auditing Theory and Procedure (3) Outlines principles, CIS standards, procedures and techniques applicable to and public auditing; consideration and development of preparation of the report. packages of the audit (3) production costs for - Economics Systems. 92.1 overhead and management, data communications and system Assigns group 92.177 Structured Programming Methodology (3) - Introduces encompassing data representation, data structures and corporations, Pennsylvania corporate taxes, estates control structures. Develops skills governmental agencies. Includes lectures, discussion of issues and practice management structured problem solving and programming, areas of advanced tax accounting; partnerships and the solution of problems. Prerequisite: 91.324. file software using networked microcomputers. individual projects selected from the following trusts, reporting to a study of hardware and software concepts, data word processing, spreadsheet and 91.321. (3) - in development. Involves hands-on experience with a job order cost system. Prerequisite: 91.424 Advanced Federal Tax Accounting (3) problem solving and information processing. Includes of the three major material, factory 50 Introduction to Computer and Information Science Introduces computer-based systems and their use 40.346. — In-depth study raw Administered by Department of Computer and Information programs. Use of Lotus processing package to prepare a research paper. Prerequisites: 91.322, Computer and Information working papers for Use of commercial computer to generate audit Cost Accounting (92) Systems templates to work problems and use of word and CPA Problems (3) 91 .498 Special Topics: Introduction to Healthcare (3) and supporting schedules. Emphasis on tax contemporary professional and to analyze 91 .348; senior standing or consent of the instructor. - (3) 91.321. - of cost, standard cost theory and practice. Prerequisites: 91.324, 91.342 and law research using federal tax services and labor — Continuation complex accounting problems and the discussion of is pertaining to preparation of individual federal tax report (3) on process interpret cost data. Prerequisite: 91 .348. procedures required. 91.324 Federal Tax Accounting internal Advanced Cost Accounting and budgets. Emphasis on methods used standards pertaining to statements of cash flows, returns the accounting profession. Prerequisite: 91.348, concentrating 91 .323 Intermediate Accounting 1-2-3 to solve in preparation for the tasks to be performed. 91 .448 site: 91.321. 91 .348 I framework of accounting, accounting environment and in and knowledge needed to solve business problems with a computer; investigates software/tools used with CIS curriculum. Examines data representation, data structures, control structures, structured programming, algorithm development and computer concepts. Involves programming exercises using a high-level language on a UNIX platform. Prerequisites: 92.150 or 56.110 or equivalent. Page 230 Undergraduate Catalog 92.251 Mini/Micro Programming Systems - (3) Surveys 92.354 Data Base Processing Systems business. Focuses on business applications and models. Analysis, design and administration of a system design considerations relational micro-based for compatible data base explored through systems. Students work with a variety of software applicable systems including: operating systems, a database 92.256 or 56.355. management system, network software and other (3) - programming experiences. 92.356 Operating Systems (3) - Prerequisite: Presents an overview of operating systems including real and virtual operating Prerequisites: 92.150 or 56.110 or equivalent. 92.252 Business Oriented Programming systems and communications software and Detailed study of techniques. Includes diagnostic facilities, utility commands. Provides a structured problem solving in a business environment. routines and system Explores logical and physical structures, data look at UNIX. Prerequisite: 92.350. representation, modular design, structured program- 92.358 Data Communication Systems (Spring) (3) - detailed Data ming and documentation. Presents processing communications terminology, technology and the techniques for one and two-level tables, data functional characteristics of communications hardware validation, control break logic and sequential and software file processing. Students develop increasingly complex programs using COBOL in a UNIX environment. detailed and explored. Emphasizes systems and programming considerations as to a Prerequisite: 92.177 or 56.121. related commercial environment. Prerequisite: 92.256 or 56.355. Management Information Systems (3) - A study of how 92.432 Internship in Computer and Information Systems (6) - computer-based information systems provide An educational arrangement between the student and information for effective decision making. Includes: an approved structured analysis, design techniques, database agency concepts, person-machine interaction, data retrieval in and telecommunications. Focuses on the use science. information technology in of modern business. the Prerequisites: 92.150 or 56.110 or equivalent. 92.256 Data and Information Structures data and file structures - (3) industrial, business or government that provides a supervised and algorithms for creation and work experience a professional area of computer and information The experience principles relates to the sites: academic and theories upon which the Computer and Information Systems curriculum Studies standard manipulation of these structures. Explores rationale for Grade point average of is based. Prerequi- and 80 semester 2.5 hours. 92.450 Expert Systems and Artificial Intelligence (Fall) (3) - use of structures under varying circumstances from survey of basic concepts and techniques of expert both a practical and theoretical perspective. Involves systems and computer exercises implementing selected algorithms cial in a suitable high-level language on a UNIX platform. Prerequisite: 92.177 and 92.252. 92.350 Analytic Computing Concepts examination of the artificial C programming language and intelligence applied to applications in and expert systems. Stresses illustrations (Fall) (3) A formal modem techniques of software design and 92.452 Advanced Software Development programming considerations related to file maintenance development and provides actual programming experiences. teams (3) - Provides an the use of opportunity to bring together experiences courses, other business courses and life in CIS to create usable business information systems. Helps develop successful business system in the organization, (3) concepts of programming - in COBOL with files, SQL RDBMS programming major interactive programming, subroutine linkage, random files in project. Emphasizes Prerequisite: 92.351. 92.456 Managerial Computer Applications (3) practical experience in analysis of - Provides business problems. Features advanced techniques and concepts of engineering with major emphasis on Presents advanced emphasis on indexed sequential CASE tools. Students work management and systems analysis and design along with software development. Prerequisites: 92.252. 92.352 Advanced Programming 92.252. hands-on experience development of a large software Systems Analysis and Design skills required for for - for students to apply the techniques. Prerequisite: 92.256 or 56.210. from the business environment. Prerequisite: 92.256 or 56.355. approach to UNIX and C explored and developed through commer- acquisition, representation, storage and inferencing environment. Data representation, code generation and with A information systems. Examines knowledge methods used Presents a detailed (3) - programming techniques appropriate to the UNIX 92.351 and examines data base terminology organization and emerging tools using networked microcomputers. 92.254 Details - (3) minicomputer capabilities available to the small and concepts. Prerequisites: management information systems and decision support systems. Uses team approach document realistic ment methods, to analyze, design and systems. Uses project manage- project scheduling and control techniques, formal presentations and group dynamics. Prerequisite: 92.351. Bloomsburg University 92.498 Special Topics issues the in (3) Pennsylvania of - Page 231 Examines current or advanced 93.362 Organizational Design computer and information field of systems not normally examined in depth in organization introduction A comprehensive (3) and basic orientation to the individual the study of is the unit of analyses as opposed to in- how organizations are formed information processing in the educational environment. and how external as Students required to investigate the impact of the the structure and design of the organizations. Also computer and associated peripheral devices on the explores variables for designing and managing computer resources. Management Information Systems (3) - well as internal factors influence organizations. Management 93.391 Small Business Introduces - (3) environment of small business Studies the United States. in information analysis and systems design from the Describes types of small business and problems user's point of view. Students identify the basic associated with each type. Covers ownership, start concepts of systems point of view organization as a up, franchising, finance, accounting, personnel, risk system, information flows and nature of management management, information systems. Data bases and data base and production processes. Special emphasis management systems to incentives will be investigated from the MGT (93) inventory, advertising and legal and marketing 93.432 Internship 93.344 Principles of Management (3) - industrial, Administrative and behavioral theories and functions of management, contributing to the effective and efficient Management (3-6) Prerequisites: 45 semester hours earned, 40.211. Human Resource Management (3) - Equips in business or government work situations. principles into action, to test career interests skills and and supervised problems management. and to through carefully planned abilities related to the field of Prerequisites: 93.344 or approval of students internship supervisor, GPA and major or minor business administration. address human resource to Integrates classroom - Allows students to translate academic theories and develop accomplishment of organizational objectives. and procedures in experience and practical work experience Administered by Department of Management. with tools given and 98.331. 91.220, 91.223, 93.344, 96.313, 97.310 Management organizational is requirements of Pennsylvania with regard to small businesses. Prerequisites: manager's perspective. 93.345 in members. Provides students with an depth understanding of use of classroom. Emphasis on the effective use of available 92.554 Discusses the differences - organization and provides a macro view in which the other courses. 92.550 Information Processing (3) between micro and macro perspectives in semester hours of 2.50, 80 issues and problems. Prerequisite: 93.344. 93.440 Small Business Institute Seminar (1-3) 93.346 Labor and Industrial Relations (3) - - Teams of Describes students work with local businesses administration of the relationship between in a consultancy management capacity to aid small businesses while applying and the labor force, both where that relationship is business principles. Work includes analysis of a governed by a collective bargaining agreement and problem, determination of alternative solutions, where it is not. Includes development of the social and legal status of trade strikes, unions organizing, negotiations, recommendation means of an grievance procedure and union security. Prerequisite: of the optimum course of action by oral presentation to GPA business owners. of 2.5, 91.220, 91.223, 93.344, Prerequisite: 93.344. 96.313, 97.310 and 98.331. 93.347 Management Science 40.346, 93.344 and (3) - Prerequisites: 53.141, 93.445 Managerial Communications effective managerial 93.348 Operations Management (3) - Educates and trains students to deal with the operational issues and problems in manufacturing and services. Prerequi- preparation (3) - Introduces students to the major concepts and techniques used in quality management and control. 93.355 Managing Multicultural Organizations 93.344. Prepares students for in the process and structure of communi- cation in a professional setting. Prerequisites: 20.101, 20.201, 25.103 and 93.344. 93.449 Organizational Behavior Management - communication by providing sites: 53.141, 40.346, 40.246 or 53.123. 93.350 Quality (3) either 40.246 or 53.123. (3) - Provides the tools and theories regarding personal, interpersonal and group processes within the organization at the micro level. Prerequisite: 93.344. (3) - Prerequisite: 93.456 International Management (3) - Develops and understanding of the issues related to international business environment, refines this knowledge by the analysis of current economical, social and political issues that can influience international and global companies and prepares students to analyze international business issues as a manager multinational/global of a company. Prerequisite: 93.344. Page 232 Undergraduate Catalog 93.457 Business and Society manage (3) - to business operations FIN Prepares students to and ethics issues social responsibility and the (96) Finance related interests of multiple Administered by Department of Finance and Business Law. 96.313 Introduction to Corporate Finance stakeholders. Prerequisites: 96 semester hours (3) - Studies financial earned, 20.101, 20.201, 25.103, 93.344, 96.313, management 97.310 and 98.331. working capital management, capital budgeting, cost of 93.481 Business Policies students and Strategies (3) the area of strategic decision-making for in the areas of asset valuation, capital, financial structure, financing Prepares - in the total organization through strategic formulation and administration using integrative analysis and strategic risk, sources and dividend policy. Prerequisites: 91.220, 40.211 and 40.212. 96.323 Financial Markets and Institutions (3) - Studies short- planning and process. Prerequisites: 110 semester term money market and long-term capital market hours earned, 91.220, 91.223, 93.344, 96.313, 97.310 instruments, major financial institutions, the relationship between and 98.331. Management 93.498 Special Topics advanced issues in normally examined in depth Examines current or (3) the field of in management of the interest rates and security prices consumer and government and the in financial role markets. Prerequisite: 96.313. not 96.333 Commercial Bank other courses. Prerequisite: approval of the department chairperson. Management (3) - Covers fundamental principles of bank operations. Includes a survey of various bank functions such as accounting, OIS (94) Office Information Systems Administered by Department of Business Education and Office Systems Concepts (3) - An overview 96.343 Investment and environmental contexts. Major technologies support information creation, storage, manipulation and distribution are covered. retrieval, 94.302 Business Document Generation Provides the - (3) student with the opportunity to use computer and liability Prerequisite: 96.313. Management Outlines principles of - (3) of office systems-technology, people and procedures within organizational lending operations, public service and management. Information Systems. 94.221 Office trust department, international financial services, security investments: descriptions of investments instruments, investment planning, security valuation, portfolio theory and strategy and security markets. Prerequisite: 96.313. 96.413 International Finance (3) Studies the principles and - practices relevant to understanding the nature of international finance, its business applications software to generate business problems and its institutions. Discussion centers on sources and instruments of documents and presentations. international export and import financing, balance-of- 94.330 Telecommunications (Spring only) to telecommunications in Emphasis on application - An introduction the business environment. of telecommunications to information interchange facilitate (3) in payments, exchange and rates, policies, financial governmental regulations management, as well as accounting for international transactions. Prerequisite: whatever form the 96.313. information takes: data, voice, text and image. 96.423 Security Analysis and Portfolio Theory (3) Prerequisite: Junior standing. - Detailed analysis of major elements related to determining the 94.405 Training and Development (3) - in Office Systems (Fall only) earnings and risk potential of securities and study of Application of theories of learning and instructional the underlying principles inherent to portfolio development to the education and training of construction. Prerequisite: 96.343. employees in office systems. Topics include instructional design, technology tion, evaluation and the implementa- and management of training in an standing or 64 credits. Management Provides acceptable practices in will information cycle, the importance of (3) - Detailed investment strategies involving these derivative critical financial how organizational asset. Topics include: records management systems, instruments. Prerequisite: 96.343. 96.454 Advanced Corporate Finance an ergonimically designed work environment and information serves as a Prerequisites: 96.313, junior options and futures contracts and analysis of optimal develop an understanding of the life - GPA of 2.50. and (Fall the management of information and the office environment. Students Finance(1-6) analysis of major elements affecting market prices of 94.407 Information and Office Environment ) - in or senior standing 96.440 Introduction to Options and Futures organizational environment. Prerequisite: Senior only) (3 96.432 Internship human factors in the office environment (ergonomics), (3) - Studies business problems and the development of financial decision-making tools and practices as used in the decision-making role of the financial manager. Prerequisite: 96.313. 96.463 Seminar in workflow and spatial design and layout. Prerequisites: topics 94.221, 94.302, 90.333, senior standing. financial Finance (3) - Explores a wide range of in finance, primarily focused management. Designed in the area of primarily for senior finance majors. Prerequisites: 96.313 and 96.343. Bloomsburg University 96.473 Seminar in Investments (3) Examines a wide - of topics in the field of investment portfolio theory. majoring Page 233 Pennsylvania of variety management and Designed primarily in finance. Prerequisites: programs. Emphasizes the development and determination of objectives and methods of organization including the execution of research, advertising and 97.310 Marketing: Principles and Practice Surveys the - (3) systems and the planning required to make to customers Explains the role of marketing in society and the at a profit. Marketing (3) - Develop research through collaborative research with a faculty member. in marketing. in Marketing (1-6) Develops - skills in 97.320 Marketing for Nonprofit Organizations (3) • Hospitals, social service agencies, universities, fraternities sororities, political candidates, and governments, churches some of the nonprofit organizations effectively solve their academic classroom. Students situation. Prerequisites: 97.310, 2.0 97.440 Marketing Research definition, better product, price, distribution developing a and promotion and (3) Develops the - skills of the marketing research procedure (problem applying marketing theory and methods, students in GPA, 80 semester hours and junior or senior standing. scientific they can aid organizations learn to relate marketing principles and practices to an employment marketing problems. Through understanding and by research design, data collection, analysis interpretation). Applies recent developments consumer and competitive advertising research, Prerequisite: 97.310. analysis. Prerequisites: 97.310, 97.330 role of the Motivation and Behavior consumer as the (3) - Analyzes the ultimate buyer of the product and the strategy and forces directed at the consumer by the seller. Topics include models of consumer buying behavior, consumer interpersonal motivation, and intrapersonal influence on the consumer as a decision maker in the market place. 97.350 Retail Management Concepts (3) - Presents retailing as a dynamic aspect of the marketing/channels distribution system. 97.450 Advertising Management Consumer/marketing analysis, store location, store layout, merchandising, pricing, and 40.346. Studies the advertising - (3) element of the marketing/promotional program from a management in perspective. Examines advertising's role business and society. Advertising's use of the communication process and is studied from a theoretical practitioner's perspective. campaign is highlighted with ment decisions involved Prerequisite: 97.310, 48.101. in marketing information systems to product planning, decisions for the publics they seek to serve. Consumer an experiential setting that are not available in the Prerequisite: 40.211, 40.212. how in an academic and experience-based setting 97.432 Internship planning, distribution, pricing and promotion. 97.330 skills in research objective. Prerequisite: Nine semester hours Describes components of the marketing mix-product realize in Apply marketing theory to an employment situation or which compose the market system. which are challenged to conditions fit different countries. Prerequisite: 97.31 0. 97.431 Independent Study available goods and services libraries are Considers special problems distribution activities. of adopting marketing principles to fundamental features of contemporary marketing and Applies the managerial - process to the development of international marketing 96.313 and 96.343. Administered by Department of Marketing. institutions International Marketing (3) for Seniors MKT (97) Marketing satisfying 97.41 in Development of an ad emphasis on manage- planning and execution. Special attention given to budgeting, copywriting, media analysis and choice. Prerequisite: 97.310, 97.330. 97.460 Marketing Management (3) - Presents an advanced promotional issues and problems are considered. study of the marketing programs from the systems Prerequisites: 97.310, 40.212. and managerial viewpoint. Applies 97.370 Sales Management (3) - Studies the personal selling element of the marketing/promotional program from a management perspective. Recruiting, selecting, training organizing, motivating, compensating, evaluating and controlling the sales force are treated, as well as management's planning responsibilities which include designing intelligence systems, forecasting and establishing sales territories. Special consideration and is given to sales management's inputs integration with marketing Prerequisite: 97.310. management. analytic, communicative and problem-solving evaluation and creative planning in skills to the marketing environment. Uses business marketing cases as a vehicle for developing the marketing executive's abilities. Prerequisites: 97.310 plus 9 hours in Marketing. 97.480 Industrial Marketing Strategy (3) - Strategies for marketing products and services to industrial, commercial and governmental markets. Changing industry and marketing structures are analyzed. Prerequisite: 97.310. Undergraduate Catalog Page 234 97.490 Contemporary Problems/Issues Marketing in (3) - Explores major issues, trends and problems Introduction to public applied to the increasingly globalized business environment. Cases include: trade law; issues in projects and trade-off and group dynamics are used. Prerequisites: (98) Business marketing. in Law (3) - Covers the structure of the American legal, constitutional and sources and of law, competing theories of law and the principles of law applicable to business, including administrative law, contracts and the liability, UCC Article 2, torts and products Law (3) Presents basic - principles of commercial law (UCC), such topics as debtor/creditor agency and relations, business organizations and ethics. Prerequisite: 98.331. Law and Literature (3) texts - An introduction to law and both as an approach to the reading of legal literature, and as a means of addressing issues justice and morality as portrayed and other narratives. works of in Modules include abortion, the death penalty, Native literature talks; the and international law and in law, fiction slavery, American law and literature. GATT; the European environmental regulation. Prerequisite: 98.331 or consent of the instructor. in (3) - Advanced government regulation of business through administrative law, legislation and judicial intervention. May include issues in the law of corporate securities, antitrust, environmental regulations and other aspects of legal regulation of the competitive process. Prerequisites: 98.331 and Economics 40.212. 98.460 Employment Discrimination and Affirmative Action A survey of property and criminal law. 98.332 Business and Commercial impediments Community: multinational corporations; and coverage of topics the Legal Environment regulatory system, the nature structural 98.450 Legal Environment of Business Administered by Department of Finance and Business Law. Law and extraterritorial application of U.S. law; treaty law; U.S.-Japan marketing are assessed. Case study, group in senior standing and 6 semester hours 98.340 (3) private international law as Encourages students to do extensive reading Theoretical, environmental research 98.331 and characterizing the current marketing environment. current marketing and other related literature. BSL 98.407 International Legal Environment of Business (3) major federal laws that address equal opportunity in employment and focuses on types of job discrimination outlawed by Title Civil affirmative action state VII of the 1964 Rights Act. Legal and ethical issues relating to and local discrimination. programs are discussed, as are laws addressing employment - Bloomsburg University of Page 235 Pennsylvania Admissions does, however, strongly encourage Campus Address: 10 Benjamin Franklin Hall Fax Number: (570) 389-4741 TDD: (570) 389-4316 qualifications. Decisions are Director of Admissions: Christopher Keller Office hours: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., all students to program in secondary school. 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Applications for the fall fall, spring and semester and sum- mer sessions should be complete and on Admissions Office prior to March for the spring semester file by Oct. 15. file in the Applications must be complete and on 15. Requirements necessary to make a file complete for a transfer candidate include: an official second- demic, financial and social needs. Permission to be Send is Any summer freshman student clared/general studies majors. Programs in a letter. who earns less than a Act 101 and Educational Opportunity for these attend classes for nine weeks summer, during which they take three college dents also have the opportunity to enroll in either a to ground or scores. schedule packages prepared for to- ward the requirements for a secondary school diploma. Students interested in early admission must official one courses of three credits each, a one-credit university admission before secondary school graduation. In in the four areas of consideration: high school class rank, academic subjects, grade average in the Outstanding students may be considered for An more of the admissions crite- all They may be lacking Summer freshmen Early Admission results of the do not meet admission. ria for fall admissions procedures. tion as who can be summer freshmen each year. These candi- dates generally nonrefundable deposit letter requesting be sent to versity as housing assignments Priority tial University, not all students mately 250 students re enrolled at Bloomsburg Uni- scholarship packaging sions. nature of admissions at to the competitive Bloomsburg successful are offered Fall admissions. Approxi- Priority financial aid estimation A Summer Freshman Program year. Students ac- 101/EOP Developmental ary school transcript or a Diploma); lency official GED (General Equiva- transcripts from all postsecondary schools attended; and the $30 application fee. Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) or American College Test (ACT) mitted more if results must be sub- the applicant has not completed 24 or credits at a post-secondary institution. Offi- cial college transcripts from each school attended should be sent to the Director of Admissions re- . Bloomsburg University of Page 237 Pennsylvania gardless of whether or not credit was earned at the viewed by the department chairperson other institution (s) ders final approval of the evaluation. A transfer student may be considered for admission if certified as holding good standing in the and having an lege last attended overall col- Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 or better on a 4.0 sys- of 64 credits The degree programs in adult health, nursing or education require students to have a mulative GPA These requirements are subject at to change. transferred from a regionally Review of transfer applications files are reviewed by the Student Admission, Progression and Retention Committee of the School of Health Sciences. An orientation for transfer students is held prior se- tion. - Stu- Readmission Students failing to register for the next semester who complete an AA or AS degree are must apply for readmission. Nondegree students considered Academic Passport transfer students. may continue Academic Passport students are guaranteed admission to the State System of Higher Education uni- vided their next registration GPA of 2.0 apply early for readmission. provided they have a cumulative last enrollment. without readmission prois within four semesters suggested that students It is Readmitted students are responsible for the academic programs. Students holding an Aca- graduation requirements and academic policies demic Passport is will receive transfer credit for all course work in which a passing grade was achieved, including grades of "D", "D+" and "C-." The only exception for the Academic Passport student where the policy in is an academic program requires a "C" or above from students to all meet the degree Pennsylvania community college students have not earned their AA or AS and who students at- tending any of the State System of Higher Education Universities in Pennsylvania will also have course with the grades of "D", "D+" and "C-" trans- provided the applicant's GPA is above 2.0. The Passport student should not be required to repeat courses successfully completed at the community Transfer Credit for non-academic passport - Credits are with a grade of tion that tion is C deemed transferable if earned (2.0/4.0) or above at an institu- accredited by the Middle States Associa- of Colleges and Schools/Commission on Higher Education or its regional equivalent providing Bloomsburg University has equivalent courses. Students are informed of the tentative credits that mission The Director of Admissions may plicant for readmission to may be number of transferred in their offer of ad- letter. Official transfer evaluations are com- pleted after the student pays the advanced depos- These transfer credit evaluations are then re- file require an ap- a letter containing such supplementary information as is needed for proper consideration. Students under academic dismissal are ineligible one calendar year. They should present evidence of successful achievement at an- other college or university as part of their application for readmission. Readmitted students who were formally missed for academic deficiency have two ing periods in which to regain time, these students dis- final grad- minimum academic If dismissed the second may not attend the university progress or good standing. for additional degree or college. holders that exist at the time of their reentrance. for readmission for requirements. its. of their to register not a guarantee for admission to or higher. This fer by the Orientation Office concerning specific informa- Commu- dents attending any of the Pennsylvania all done on a roll- university. Academic Passport for Transfer Students versities is ing basis, with the exception of nursing applicants to their enrollment. Students are notified an institution of higher education should select a major upon entering the nity Colleges cu- who have completed 30 Transfer applicants mester hours minimum of 2.50 for entrance to the major. ren- accredited two-year college. whose tem. may be who A maximum nondegree credit study. Temporary Withdrawal/Leave ofAbsence A student may request a temporary withdrawal for a specified period by securing the appropriate forms at the Office of the Registrar. To be eligible for a temporary withdrawal, the student must sub- mit completed forms to the Office of Admissions for processing. A student must be in academic good standing or making minimal progress toward good standing and must request the temporary with- drawal prior to the registration date of the tended period of absence. in- Page 238 Undergraduate Catalog A student on a temporary withdrawal assured is Bloomsburg University. Applications for the semes- a place in the semester designated for return pro- ter that begins in late vided the instructions that are part of the tempo- and on rary withdrawal agreement are vance deposits are submitted fulfilled at the and ad- time designated student who tember less in duration is re- sponsible for the graduation requirements and aca- demic A one calendar year duration must tion requirements and academic ist at the time of return and is lations satisfy the gradua- policies which ex- then classified as a taining a second bachelor's degree at fying the student's ability to may be secured from Bloomsburg the Office of Ad- unable to finance their education and living expenses in the United States be admitted to There are basically no scholarships available for international students. These students are not eligible for grants or loans provided by the United States government. A limited number of tuition fee waivers are available on a financial need basis. In- an applicant must hold a bachelor's degree tained from the Bloomsburg University Interna- is university. tional This second degree track requires a student to minimum of 30 semester hours in under- graduate courses while in residence at the univerAll curriculum degree must be if requirements for the second satisfied and free elective credit necessary, to complete the minimum of 30 there is Education Office. Results of the Test of English as a Foreign Lan- guage (TOEFL) must be submitted by all applicants whose native language is not English. The results of the paper-based TOEFL must be 500 or higher and TOEFL score must be 173 or the computer-based higher to be considered for admission. semester hours. in the will not formation about the tuition fee waivers may be ob- There from a regionally-accredited college or If meet all the expenses of studying and living in the United States. Students an application fee of $30. To missions. taken, to verify the university unless they qualify for a tuition fee Application materials and instructions for ob- sity. must be provided and notarized authenticity. waiver. earn a secondary/high Additionally, international students seeking ad- Second Baccalaureate Degree qualify, official school transcript must be submitted. English trans- mission must submit a certified bank statement veri- readmitted student. University and tempo- student turns from a temporary withdrawal 1 who reof more than policies that applied at the time the rary withdrawal was requested. March 1. A notarized copy of the returns from a temporary with- drawal of a calendar year or August should be completed in the admissions office by for the semester that begins in January prior to Sep- by the Director of Admissions. A file Transfer students must submit a notarized En- a replication of a required course (s) two baccalaureate programs, the course (s) glish translation of their official secondary or high school transcript. Transfer applicants are required cannot be applied as part of the 30-semester-hour to requirement for completion of the second degree. evaluated by an outside evaluation service. The applicant must provide the department chairperson from the discipline they wish to pursue, with a copy of their have their official college/university transcript plication for this service sions application. It is is The ap- enclosed with the admis- the student's responsibility to official college transcript pay for the service provided by the evaluation and a second degree application form. Pending a agency. Applications will not be considered without favorable review of the applicant's academic cre- these credentials. dentials, the chairperson signs the application forwards it and the sions Office. official transcript to the The student will notification of acceptance then receive and or IAP-66) official of advance deposits. The certificate of from the director of admissions. issued by the be issued upon receipt of payment eligibility is Bloomsburg University director of in- Bloomsburg University requires all students to have appropriate accident and sickness insurance who are not a citizen or permanent resident of the United States should complete the international student application and submit the $30 application fee to the will ternational education. International Students Candidates for admission Certificates of eligibility for a student visa (1-20 Admis- six (6) months prior semester in which they wish to enroll at coverage. The annual cost is approximately $400. Bloomsburg University Campus of Pennsylvania Page 239 prospective students have the opportunity to Visits Group information sessions are held regularly on campus and are followed by a guided tour of the campus. Arrangements can be made to attend a group information session by contacting the Office directly with members of the Off-campus Each Visits year, representatives Admissions colleges throughout Pennsylvania a.m. Haas Center for the Arts, Open House programs beginning ing states. They in neighbor- also participate in approximately 100 college night/career day programs including at 9:30 consist of a general and administrative personnel, a question-and-answer session, a campus tour, lunch (at a nominal cost) and meetings with faculty from various academic departments. Participation in an open house day may be more meaningful than a group information session because meeting with admissions and in October, November, February and April in Mitrani Hall, from the Office of secondary schools and community visit of Admissions at (570) 389-4316. Four Saturday open house programs are held meet university faculty. National College Fair programs in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and New Jersey. Prospective applicants staff should check with their school or community lege counselors to learn if a admissions representative col- Bloomsburg University will visit their institution or a nearby college night program. Page 240 Undergraduate Catalog Academic Support Services Academic Advisement tions in a timely Incoming students who indicate and are offered admission to their preferred curriculum are who signed to faculty advisers as- specialize in advise- manner. Because planning is a cal step in the provision dents are encouraged to contact the tive services office demic department. services at Applicants for admission state who are undecided undeclared on the application instead of specifying a curriculum. These applicants are considered general studies students and will declare a specific major at the appropriate time. These students are advised or stu- accommoda- prior to their orientation ment in these areas. Assignments to advisers are made by the chairperson in the appropriate aca- discuss anticipated needs. Individuals about their curriculum criti- of an accommodation, who visit to seek ad- accommodations and Bloomsburg University are invited to contact the accommodative services office to arrange a campus interview. The office is located in ditional information about 12 Benjamin Franklin Hall, (570) 389-4491 (voice or TDD). ActlOl/EOP as- Program Director: Irvin Wright signed to advisers by the coordinator for academic Part-Time Program: Anthony Sylvester advisement. Telephone: (570) 389-4492, (570) 389-4835 Students with questions or problems should seek assistance from the Office of Academic Advise- ment, 12 Benjamin Franklin Hall, (570) 389-4271. Act 101/EOP provides access and support to help equalize educational opportunities for stu- Accommodative dents Services Bloomsburg University ing diversity in the rights of each is committed to embraccommunity and to the individual member of that community. In accor- dance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of who have been The Pre-College Summer - Students admitted to 101/EOP must partici- the university through Act pate in placement testing and successfully complete 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 a six-week, pre-college (ADA) Bloomsburg University seeks assess , to provide stu- dents with disabilities support services and other reasonable and effective accommodations to ensure equal access to university programs ties. to, Accommodations and activi- include, but are not limited advance registration, sign language interpreters oral interpreters, note-taking support, access to adaptive technology, accommodative testing, advo- cacy within and outside of the campus and coordi- nation of support activities with external agencies such as the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation. The student is responsible for requesting accommoda- traditionally under-repre- sented in higher education. summer program. Faculty each student's potential for success every week during the summer program. Criteria include grades, attitude and attendance. Attendance university in the fall is at the guaranteed only if these crite- ria are met. Admissions Guidelines - The highest priority for admission is reserved for applicants with a 700 or higher on the SAT, academic ranking in the upper half of their high school class and a 94 percent or better attendance rate in high school. Students ap- plying for admission must also submit a recommen- dation from a counselor or teacher describing how Bloomsburg University of Page 241 Pennsylvania To the student would benefit from being admitted to sity. the program. Students admitted to the program gram, applicants must have an adjusted gross must demonstrate potential for success come of $18,900 at the uni- qualify for admission to the part-time proin- or below and have earned a high school or equivalency diploma. versity. Supportive Services - Supportive services help integrate students into the college environment and achieve their potential for success. vices include and mathematical also receive The ser- to enhance skills. Students wide academic advising, counseling and tu- program advises and coordinates university- international education international students developmental courses reading, writing These International Education efforts to provide study, research and teach- ing abroad opportunities for students and faculty. gamut of new Some of these services may be required. Others may be recommended based on a student's Participants experience a readiness for college. ous relationships. Opportunities are provided to toring. may be enrolled in developmental courses during the summer Academic Progress and perhaps during - Some students their first year at the university. study for a semester, an academic year or a at The Nether- graduation credit. These courses are taken in addi- lands, France, tion to the required 128 credits for graduation. Stu- Nigeria, Mexico, Ecuador, Brazil, Japan, 101/EOP more The Act 101/EOP di- generally take slightly summer students have spent part of their undergraduate These developmental courses do not count for than four years to graduate. vari- a foreign institution. In recent years, Bloomsburg years in Scotland, England, Ireland, dents in Act cultural experiences that inspire fresh perspectives on Germany, Italy, Austria, Russia, Spain, China and India. Education majors have the opportunity to com- rector receives mid-term grade reports for students plete their student teaching in a foreign country, completed 64 hours of study and while adding an international dimension to their until they have have earned a grade point average of 2.3 or better on a 4.0 scale. Act 101/EOP direct responsibility for the all staff members professional development. The retain a academic progress of students admitted to the university through Act in Office of International Education Lower Luzerne Residence is located Hall. Student Support Services 101/EOP. Financial Aid - Financial aid is available for gible students. Financial aid advising 101/EOP the Act staff is eli- provided by and supplements efforts of Student Profile - Approximately 450 students 101/EOP at the university. About half represent minorities, 60 percent are women and 20 percent are older than typical college freshmen. They come from urban and rural environments. Students share two common charac- They do not match the usual admissions and they possess a financial, cultural, social teristics. profile or education disadvantage as defined by state or university program They may have guidelines. physi- The Part-Time Program program nity for students is who - The Act 101/EOP a special admissions opportu- are economically and educa- tionally disadvantaged. Act 101 helps students over- come assists a federally-funded select eligibility criteria established by the govern- ment. Program students have access to free professional tutoring by individuals with master's degrees in their fields. Other services available to partici- pants include academic advisement and advocacy, mentoring, individual and group counseling as needed and personal enrichment opportunities through a variety of optional activities. These include student/staff socials, free tickets and/or transportation to various concerts and programs on or off campus and periodic special topic work- shops and programs. cal disabilities. part-time is group of students who have completed the application process and have met the university's financial aid office. are enrolled in Act Student Support Services program serving a deficiencies in educational backgrounds and students in transition to college. Supportive services are available to help part-time students meet the challenges of academic life at the univer- Over the 30-year history of Student Support Ser- vices nationwide, the grade point averages and graduation rates of participants have proven to be consistently higher than those of the general college population. These statistics are indicative not only of the quality of services provided, but also the level of commitment involved in such an made by students activity. who become Page 242 Undergraduate Catalog For additional information or to complete an application, fice, just off the main lobby in Lower Luzerne Hall. and tenth graders from affiliated high Upward Bound program. Participation may continue through the summer after high school graduation. The program, open schools to enroll in to students its meeting certain academic and financial requirements, dence and thus, better is geared to promote make to life beyond high school. ultimate goal for its students is completion of higher education. The program ers enrolled at ties. Bloomsburg to earn degrees. Many University. are in in their thirties, forties and fif- Retired individuals are taking classes and even concerts on All adult learners and organizations, go university clubs can join to plays campus and develop computer Degree Students and skills. and Non-Degree Students Non-degree students are in the same classes with the same professors as degree students, pay the same tuition and fees and they pass. These credits at consists of two parts. In the first on middle and upper twenties and there are a working toward degrees. self-confi- students better informed and, prepared for Upward Bound's of whom go number of students university presents the opportunity for eighth, ninth many There are presentiy more than 1500 adult learntheir Upward Bound The dents, the Student Support Services of- visit receive credit for courses will count toward a degree Bloomsburg. The primary distinction between the degree and segment, students spend two hours a week at their non-degree program own high schools involved in academic experiences dents that don't qualify for admission into a degree which supplement their regular scholastic program program can usually be admitted as non-degree. Other differences between degree and non-degree and improve academic performance. The their program's counseling service provides close indi- vidual contact for discussing career, vocational and personal interests within the high school setting. The second component of Upward Bound is a week summer residential experience on six- the Bloomsburg University campus. This segment provides concentrated academic recreational, social on and and work plus planned cultural experiences, both off the campus. is the admission process. Stu- students include (but are not limited to) potential for financial aid, the scheduling process and semes- ter credit limits. Types of Undergraduate Non-Degree Students There are eight categories - of undergraduate non-de- gree students. All but two categories require completion of high school or a GED. Category 1: Any student that wants to take on a part-time basis and does classes not have a bachelor's degree. Most Office ofAdult Advisement 13 Benjamin Franklin Hall Telephone: (570) 389-4003 Fax:(570)389-4640 Coordinator, e-mail: Patricia Lenhart, lenh@husky.bloomu.edu Office hours: Monday, Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. About The the Service (OAA) encourand supports returning adult learners, many of who are busy working and raising a family and considering starting or returning to college. The OAA also serves as the official non-degree undergraduate admissions and scheduling center and helps arrange evening and off-campus courses for the convenience of non-degree and nontraditional students. The Coordinator of Adult Advisement is the academic advisor for all non-degree students without a bachelor's degree and acts as an advocate for the concerns and issues of these stuOffice of Adult Advisement ages, informs non-degree students are in this category. Any student enrolled in another who wants to take one or more classes here and Category 2: college or university home Many of our non-degree students over the summer are in this category. Make prior arrangements transfer credits to their institution. with your college or university regarding the procedures and approval for transferring credits from Bloomsburg there. Failure to provide an high school official transcript or GED will prevent the student from receiving a Bloomsburg Category 3: transcript. Any senior in high school that wants to take one or more classes at the university but does not yet have Bloomsburg University of Page 243 Pennsylvania NOTE: a high school diploma, with the Music and Theatre-Music. necessary approval from a guidance Students must pass every course taken and maintain a counselor and teachers. Category 4: Any student with an earned bachelor's degree who desires to Non-Degree Application Process one or more undergraduate take courses. Some Contact the Coordinator of the students in this category are taking undergraduate Complete and Category 5: who needs college experience raise their GPA to include the correct category with previous to qualify for if to degree Former Bloomsburg re-admission. least one year has passed (and these students may qualify for degree re- admission instead of non-degree). Category 6: 2.50) that Level II want (GPA of at least to receive Level I or teacher certification. Certification is available in Secondary, Elementary, Early Childhood, Special and Business Education and also in Studies in 7: Senior citizens that are OAA. There official is cial transcript The and books. Students are admitted to classes on a seat- available basis. This category does not require high school graduation or in a sealed it's Those with 24 seal. in Community Services, Community Recreation Leader, sig- transcript accred- from that official institution in place of a high school transcript. Those whose name has changed since high school should ask the high school to use their cur- name on information If an official it transcript provides. is already here at University, but in a different office, let Students are normally accepted quickly for the current semester and are notified by an acceptance letter Category 3 and 6 students should mail or handdeliver their application to the Admissions Office, Room earned envelope with a more from an credentials should be included. programs. Certificates can be offi- should submit an credits or ited college or university Any student that wants to complete one of seven certificate 8: send your nature from a high school representative over the aGED. Category it OAA. office can't accept a transcript delivered by the office know. fees fee. direcdy to the of age or over. Tuition free, no is required for admission. Contact your high Bloomsburg is sure high school transcript or G.E.D. Pennsylvania residents and 60 years although these students must pay for 1, OAA. Be on the form. Ask us 2, 4, 5, 7 and 8 stu- school or school district and have rent Hearing Loss. Category to the a student, unless Students with an earned bachelor's degree you're not sure Category score dismissed do not qualify unless at (570) dents can mail, hand-deliver or fax the application An students that were academically at sign the one-page non-degree application form available from the graduate programs. OAA 389-4003 or e-mail lenh@husky.bloomu.edu deficiencies as preparation for Any student GPA of at least 2.00. 10, Benjamin Franklin Hall. All the necessary Non-Degree To Degree Process - Non-degree students 22 years of age and older who never took the SAT and wish to become degree students must complete 16 credits at Bloomsburg. Both Composi- (a writing course) and the University Seminar Environmental Planning, tion Gerontology, Public Administration, (an introduction to college course) are required. I After the 16 credits are completed with a GPA of at least 2.40, the student must submit a completed degree application and processing fee to the Admis- sions Office. Pass-fail included and CLEP courses can't be Non-degrees under the in the 16 credits. age of 22 must have completed at least 24 credits. Page 244 Undergraduate Catalog Academic Policies Academic Dismissal Academic Examination 250 Policy Academic Good Standing Academic Integrity Policy 246 249 and Procedures 254 Academic Probation 250 Appeals 250 Associate Degree 244 Auditing of Courses 244 Change of Grade Change of Area of Study (Major) Change of Undergraduate Schedule 249 Class Attendance Policy 244 Class Standing 243 Course Repeat Policy 245 Credit by Examinations 245 Dean's 245 252 250 List Diagnostic Testing Policy 254 Double Majors Across Colleges Evaluation of Undergraduate Transfer Credits 243 Full-time and Part-time Students, Definition 252 243 Grade Point Average (GPA) 249 Grade Points 249 Grading Policy Graduate Courses 247 in the Senior Year 244 Graduation Requirements 243 Honors 243 Late Registration 252 Majors, Minors, Certification, Career Concentration 251 Multiple Degrees 243 Normal Load and Overload 244 Pass-Fail Policy 249 Residence Requirements 243 Satisfactory Progress 249 Scheduling Classes and Registration 251 Semester Hour, Definition 243 Student Course Requirements and Progress Information 244 Student Outcomes Assessment 254 Withdrawal from a Course 253 Withdrawal from the University 253 Bloomsburg University Pennsylvania of Definition ofFull-time Page 245 and Part-time gram, completion of the general education quirements and an average of 2.0 Students An individual who 12 semester hours One who hours is is is is enrolled for a minimum of classified as a full-time student. enrolled for fewer than 12 semester a part-time student. Where the word quired by the major program and a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0. The student must make a formal application for graduation at the Office of the Reg- Benjamin Franklin Hall by the deadlines announced in the class schedule. istrar in "stu- dent" appears without clarification either by word The or context in this document, full-time degree stu- dent is implied. Students should be aware that per year may last 64 semester hours of credit toward graduation must be in courses taken in a four-year, fail- number of semester hours ure to maintain a certain re- in all courses re- degree-granting institution accredited by one of the regional accrediting institutions. At least 32 of affect eligibility for financial aid, ath- the last 64 semester hours credited toward a bacca- letics, et al. must be Bloomsburg University laureate degree Semester Hour A courses. Exceptions to this policy will be semester hour credit for ordinarily defined as the is one weekly period of 50 minutes ture, discussion or recitation for some in lec- one semester. In cases, as in laboratory, studio or internship, may not be there last Former Bloomsburg resi- stu- two or three years of college work and who are can- didates for the Bachelor of Science in Education one half of the remaining work for the degree program in residence. Residence credit is Double Majors Across Colleges all are certified for teaching by completing must complete must have been cleared. Students electing to major in two departments 64 semester hours credited at the university. who to the university must have a major adviser in each department, meet toward a bachelor's degree must be taken in dents appropriate chairperson. All financial obligations credit. Residence Requirements dence at least given for courses by Bloomsburg of the major requirements of each department and all of the general education requirement. Double majors in some departments may require more than the minimum of 128 credits for graduation. Honors summa cum laude, ma- gna cum laude and cum laude are used to identify The Latin designations honor graduates. Graduating seniors having cumulative GPAs be- University for college credit. tween 3.95 and 4.00 are designated Class Standing standing as a freshman he or she has 31 semester hours, more from 32 to 63 semester hours, as as a sopho- ajunior from 64 to 95 semester hours and as a senior after 96 or more semester hours of any, is credit. Transfer credit, if included in these figures. For purposes of social and housing privileges and regulations, the definitions of class standing are as follows: freshman, to and including 29 semester hours; sophomore, 30 to 59 semester hours; junior, 60 to 89 semester hours; senior, 90 or more semester summa cum laude. A student has academic until only a one-to-one correspondence between experimental time and At least 32 of the made by a college dean with the recommendation of the hours or 6 semesters as a full-time student. All those graduating seniors having cumulative GPAs between 3.75 and 3.94 are designated as ma- gna cum laude. All those graduating seniors having cumulative GPAs between 3.50 and 3.74 are designated as cum laude. Honors for recognition ceremony will be as of the at the last commencement previous semester, while honors for transcripts and diplomas will be as of the end of the final semester. A hours student must have completed 48 semester in residence at Bloomsburg University in or- der to be considered for academic honors at com- Graduation Requirements Graduation requires the successful completion mencement. Multiple Degrees of at least 128 semester hours to include completion of the curriculum of an approved major pro- A student can be awarded only one baccalaure- ate degree at a time. The degree to be awared must Page 246 Undergraduate Catalog be selected prior to the program will A semester. last completing an additional major in student another degree have the fact noted on the transcript. Except as provided otherwise in this section, all of the academic policies and practice apply to the ment, pass-fail, With respect advanced place- to repeating courses, course with- drawal and residence requirements, the policy number of courses limited to 50 percent of the is or 16 semester hours. is A in any se- limited to 18 semester hours, unless he A her academic adviser. 3.0 or higher is quality point average required of the student before permission can be granted for an overload. If the GPA is less than partment chairperson A student who is 3.0, Graduate Studies for permission student supplement limited to schedul- Auditing of Courses is enrolled for than less 17 hours of coursework may, with consent of the appropriate dean and subject to fees as stated in Fees, register for verifi- Personal one course as an is expected of all be afforded reasonable as- member when coursework missed for such reasons is as: illness, critical illness in the immediate family, Participation in a university-sponsored cocurricular activity. In the latter instance, mutually satisfactory ar- rangements for assistance must be made by the dent when the activity is stu- announced. The instructor is not required to provide makeup examinations or to review class work missed as a result of A full-time student who A student will sistance by a faculty to- upon has been reinstated is awarded upon Regular classroom attendance students. Death or making minimum progress who is Class Attendance Policy then approval of the de- ing 13 semester hours. (See the section on Appeals.) on to ate degree. required. is appeal of academic dismissal the section department graduate studies and research in the School of semester hours. (See the section on Academic Pro- A requirements for a baccalau- chairperson, apply to the assistant vice president for ward academic good standing or who is on academic probation may schedule no more than 16 bation.) satisfy reate degree may, with approval of a student in good or she receives permission for an overload by his or (GPA) of Seniors needing fewer than 18 semester hours of coursework to cation of completion of the student's undergradu- The normal course load of a student standing the Senior Year Credit for graduate courses Normal Load and Overload is as space in class undergraduate courses with graduate courses. credits indicated. mester tance depends upon such factors and educational background. Graduate Courses in Associate Degree associate degree. of Continuing and Distance Education. Accep- unauthorized absences. A faculty member with departmental approval may adopt a reasonable, alternative policy if class members are provided that policy in writing during the first week of classes. auditor. If the registrant attends at least three- fourths of the regular class meetings, a V will ported by the instructor and the course will be be en- tered on the academic record without credit. assignments are made to re- No an auditor and no papers Student Course Requirements and Progress Information Within the first week of classes each semester, teaching faculty must distribute in writing at least or examinations are accepted by the instructor for the following information: procedures for deter- grading or recording either during the period of mining each enrollment or subsequent thereto. An not participate in laboratory or studio work work A is may auditor if such part of the course audited. part-time student may subject to the provision that counted the same who as if it an auditor register as when computing were taken for the credit. Indi- are not enrolled as students for audit privileges through the any relationship of may apply dean of the School class ments, weighted average of requirements for grade computation and procedures for making up fee paid by the student, the course audited will be viduals letter grade, attendance to the course, any other course require- tests or other work missed through excused absence. Faculty may post student grades providing a stu- dent has given written permission; the grades must not identify the student. Using social security numbers or parts of social security numbers is illegal. If grades are posted, each student should be given Bloomsburg University of unique identifier which names Page 247 Pennsylvania is not consistent to student At any time during the semester, teaching faculty shall be prepared to inform students of their aca- demic progress should the student request this. At the end of a semester or summer term, the final grade of each course is recorded on the student's permanent record; ter grades is A student may not petition for an examination nor in a course audited, listed in alphabetical order. a copy of the semes- sent to the student at his/her home address or another address designated by the stu- in a course from which a grade has been recorded. A student must present evidence of equivalent experience if the course involves laboratory or stu- dio work. The student's petition must be approved in sequence by the department chairperson and the dean of the An college. examination committee must be appointed dent. by the department chairperson and approved by Change ofArea of Study (Major) vanced course which the dean of the college. Unless the course A student who wishes to change from one area of study to another must file a request to do so in the Office of Academic Advisement. Permission to enter the new area of study may require the written approval of the department chairperson in which is offered. In this case, approval it may depend on overall grade point average, available space and recommendations from departmental committees. of the faculty, the of four courses (not more than 14 semester hours) in which grades of C-, D+, have been recorded may be repeated. The grade remains on the transcript and student's is D or E awarded for the grade of the repeated course only. part of the percalculate the the same course are considered as one repeat. of C-, D+, D A the university from which a grade or E has been earned and repeated at another accredited institution of higher education is included in the permitted maximum number of repeats. Credit by examinations may be used. The examination must be written or, Where skill, as in software, a course requirement, the written and is if oral, subject to transcription. keyboarding or use of applications must be supplemented by a demonstraA copy of the completed approval form must be placed in the student's advisement file and the original forwarded to the Office of the Regis- A fee is charged for courses challenged by insti- tutional examination taken for credit, regardless of number of credits awarded for that course. Upon receipt of approval, this fee is payable at the the university Business Office. Evidence of must be presented to the payment department before the examination can be administered. If the student passes the examination, the grade of "P" is record assigned for the course. is If he/she fails, made. This course does not count no in the student's normal quota of pass-fail courses. Suitable adaptations of the above procedures may be used Examination A student may receive ter the course syllabus comprehensive manner. Suitable standardized trar. student's quality point average. Multiple repeats of course taken at in- initial part of the permanent record. Quality points are The grade of the repeated course is manent record and is used to an ad- examination committee must The examination must cover in a tion of skill. A maximum is member taught by only one clude at least two faculty members. oral aspects Course Repeat Policy is a maximum of 64 semes- hours of credit by examination or experiential learning. Credit may be awarded to validate transfer courses taken in non-accredited colleges. for successful completion of institutional examinations and/or may be based upon fee is charged for ex- the syllabi of the courses taken in the previous institution or, in case the student wishes to establish equivalency with courses in this approved external examinations. A student may petition for the privilege of estab- No amination to validate such credit. Examinations university, upon the syllabi of courses offered in this institution. lishing credit in a course or courses listed in the undergraduate catalog through a comprehensive examination instead of through registration and class attendance or through independent study of the course content. The university recognizes two external examina- tion programs: the College Level Examination Pro- gram (CLEP) and the Advanced Placement gram (AP) of the College Board. Pro- Page 248 Undergraduate Catalog Credit by AP Examinations - The university will award credit for AP Exams upon receipt of verifica- nated time and place according to the tion of a score of 3, 4 or 5 by the Office of the Reg- CLEP Credit by will Examinations and The university CLEP Examinations upon award credit for ceipt - re- verification of a score at or above the exami- Faculty will distribute in writing the require- ments for each course within the istrar. final nation schedule. first week of each academic term. In these requirements, final exami- nations shall be worth no less than 20 percent nor more than 40 percent of the course grade. No exam, paper, project or assignment shall have 50th percentile by the Office of the Registrar. Mini- single mum scores for awarding credit and the amount of greater emphasis than the final examination. As a the credit granted can be secured from the Office result of this condition, every course of the Registrar. CLEP General Examinations must be taken before matriculating versity. CLEP to Bloomsburg Uni- Subject Examinations may be taken anytime prior to graduation. Acceptance of credit for certain CLEP Examinations is subject to depart- mental approval. may award in design, emphasizing subject mat- presented over the entire term. ter Faculty will return and/or permit students to tests, quizzes and other types of evalu- Bloomsburg ations by the last regularly scheduled class in the credit for educational experi- term. In order to prevent an excessive build-up in - ences of students earned while serving in the armed The forces of the United States. recommendation at Faculty will give final examinations, which are comprehensive review all unit Credit for Military Experience University must use grading purposes. least three evaluations for to the registrar makes a departmental chairperson of the student's major based upon the American Council on Education's Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Forces. ommendations are made provided the plies to the student's Rec- credit ap- degree program. The final the last number of unit tests for each student during the week of classes, faculty are advised to refrain from testing during that week. A final examination schedule shall be prepared by the Office of the Registrar with consultation of the faculty, vost larly and if necessary and approved by the pro- vice president for scheduled final academic affairs. examination periods Regu- will be examination decision for granting credit resides with the depart- 120 minutes in length. Part of the mental chairperson. The university will transfer two week will include at least a one-day interval between the last full day of classes and the first day of sched- credits in 05.100 Physical Fitness for basic training in the armed completing forces of the United will be designated as the reading period. States. Experiential Learning for those uled examinations. This time final who have - In an effort to provide in the course of their life expe- rience obtained knowledge and skills applicable to The following restrictions are imposed on the scheduling of activities during final examination week: a college experience, the university provides the Faculty are not required to be available to stu- opportunity for experiential learning assessment. dents for conferences during final examination Through week. this process, life experiences are evalu- ated to determine their appropriateness and applicability for university credit. this process, Education For details regarding contact the Continuing and Distance No vice president for No at (570) 389-4420. examinations Policy academic scheduled classes of the semester. The faculty are responsible for determining the length, fre- quency, form and content of all examinations within the guidelines listed below. Final examinations shall be given affairs. be scheduled except with the consent of the individuals involved. Faculty shall give examinations during the regularly be scheduled during the extracurricular activities or faculty-adminis- trative activities shall Academic Examination will reading period unless approved by the provost and where applicable only during the designated final examination week after the end of regularly scheduled classes and only at the desig- The Andruss Library will remain open and other will be made available during the final examination period with expanded hours when possible. No student shall be required to take more than designated study areas two final examinations in one day. If the student has a scheduling conflict during the final examination period resulting in an excessive number of final ex- Bloomsburg University Page 249 Pennsylvania of aminations scheduled for one day, the following amination must obtain approval for an alternative examination two weeks arrangement from the majority of the members of his or her academic department and college dean. procedure for rescheduling the shall apply and be completed by final at least The Notification of the approved arrangement shall be student should select two of the scheduled exami- given to the Office of the Registrar. Except for ab- nations to be taken during the designated time ac- normal circumstances, the approval and cording to the following priority of choice: tion shall be before the end of regularly scheduled classes. Courses offered by the major department, the end of the To change the requirement specifying examinations shall be worth no program, Other courses. Any exceptions to any of the scheduling must be made on the tions cited above restric- basis of the following procedures: In case of noncompliance with the provisions of student has the recourse of proper this policy, the grievance procedures as established by the university. During summer shall sessions, the last class period of be designated as the final exami- nation period with the time period for the examination not to exceed 80 minutes unless the arrange- ments have been made be announced advance so that they can in meeting of the at the first notifica- first week of classes. Additional required courses in the major each course made by class. Ex- cept in unusual circumstances, classes in six-week that final than 20 percent less nor more than 40 percent of the course grade, there must be agreement for the change by the faculty member(s) the members of in charge of the his or class, a majority of her academic department and the appropriate college dean. Except for abnormal circumstances, the approval and notification to students will be made by the end of the first week of classes. If approved, the change may remain in effect for the faculty member for the duration of this policy or until the course to the is resubmitted curriculum committee. In order to change the time and place sched- uled for a final examination, there must be agree- ment change by the for the charge of the class, members (s) faculty in 100 percent of the students in last the class and the appropriate college dean. This day of the course. Final examinations for courses change must be made by the middle of the semes- scheduled in three-week sessions shall be held dur- ter. sessions shall have the final examination on the ing the last of the two class periods scheduled for the last day. Classes in the nine-week sessions shall hold final examinations on the last scheduled class day with the period extended to 80 minutes for that Faculty who wish to schedule quizzes, tests or examinations at times other than during their regu- scheduled do so only if a class periods during the term make-up opportunity is made may avail- able to students. This opportunity must be sched- uled at a time mutually acceptable to both student and faculty and may not other scheduled give classes. an examination conflict with the student's A faculty member shall not at a time other than during a matter will in the If for some reason be deter- member a change obtained from the majority of the faculty during the examination period. The additional final examination (s) should be rescheduled with consultation of the relevant ulty on fac- a mutually convenient time. Assistance in the rescheduling of examinations may come from such individuals as the student's adviser, depart- ment chairperson or academic dean. Unless returned to the student, all graded final for at least the next full semester following the final given to the appropriate college dean. itself to mem- arrange to provide a make-up opportunity mem- abnormal circumstances, this approval should be granted by the end of the first week of classes. Notification of this alternative arrangement shall be A faculty member who believes will is time and date of a final examination examinations must be available for student review bers of his/her academic department. Except for of a course does not lend ber in is regularly scheduled class period unless approval first charge of the vote. made this secret ballot with the faculty that results in a student conflict, the faculty class. larly Student opinion in mined by examination. Grading Policies Recording Grades summer - At the end of a semester or session, the final grade for each course is that the content recorded on the student's permanent record; a a scheduled ex- copy of the semester's grades is sent to the student's Page 250 Undergraduate Catalog home address or another address designated by the documentation student. Midsemester grades of D plus, circumstances above and beyond individual con- D and E are reported to degree students with 32 and fewer se- trol persist or to the instructor indicating that new circumstances of An that nature mester hours earned. These grades are not perma- have developed. nently recorded. granted only upon approval of the instructor and Grades of Definition Bloomsburg Grades University, with their given at P Passed. This grade - dent takes a course on a work which would lead (superior attainment) recorded when a is pass-fail basis grade of to a D A- = 3.67 The grade of P B+ = 3.33 (above average attainment) B = 3.00 passed by proficiency examination and B- = 2.67 or cocurricular C+ = theater and forensics. C takes a course who which the student also Incomplete when an or higher. recorded when a course when academic for is a stu- on such as musical ensembles, is recorded when a student a pass-fail basis to a grade of E. and does work The grade of F recorded when a student receives a is failing grade in a non-credit course for a cocurricular are responsible for the course in ac- tivity. R Research. This grade - when structor only is assigned by the in- a student has been unable to complete a research component of a course be- is enrolled. is a temporary grade given only Other Grades I - activity which would lead Bloomsburg University are assigned by those faculty is F - Failed This grade = 2.00 (average attainment) C-=1.67 credit at also stu- and does dent receives a passing grade in a non-credit course 2.33 D+=1.33 D = 1.00 (minimum attainment) E = 0.00 (failure) The grades given to each student be will the dean of the appropriate college. commensurate quality points, are as follows: A = 4.00 extension of time cause the length of time for the research exceeds instructor believes a student has able to complete course requirements been un- due to cir- end of semester and when the completion of the research is a formal plan for filed with the instruc- and the chairperson. Provisions tor for removal of cumstances beyond his/her control. Failure of a the grade are the same as those for the grade of student to take the final examination or complete The instructor must submit the grade of R I. to the completion other course requirements without prior arrange- registrar along with the formal plan for ment of the research and the grade to be assigned to the with the instructor for a legitimate excuse not justification for a grade of tor submits a grade of I I. When to the registrar, is an instrucit must be accompanied by a formal, written plan for the stu- student if the research is not completed the time period stipulated. rily in satisfacto- The plan for the student to complete the research shall be prepared dent to complete the course requirements and the by the instructor with the acceptance of the appropriate letter grade that would be assigned dent. Unless specifically stated in the written plan to if the plan were not completed by the student in the time specified. The plan for the student to com- the contrary, it is completed prior When stu- assumed that the work will be end of the next regular se- to the the student has completed the plan, plete the course requirements shall be prepared by mester. the instructor with the acceptance of the student. the instructor shall recalculate the grade to be Unless specifically stated in the written plan to the signed for the course and submit contrary, it is assumed that work will be completed end of the next regular semester. When the plan has been completed by the student, the prior to the instructor will recalculate the grade to be assigned for the course and submit this new grade to the registrar according to established procedures. A V Courses) X No - grade is grade of file in the Office of The student must present suitable Grade Reported When this temporary recorded, the provisions for determining academic honors, good standing, minimal progress requirements must be initiated by the student prior deadine of the plan on to Audit (See the section on Auditing of - and the Registrar. as- new grade the registrar according to established procedures. request for an extension of time to complete course to the this satisfactory progress are W - X is not applied until the removed. Withdrawn. (See the sections on Course Withdrawal and Withdrawal from the University) Bloomsburg University of Page 251 Pennsylvania in Quality Points Grade point values are assigned accordance with the following A maximum as follows: A minimum the 4.00 A- 3.67 B+ B 3.33 B- 2.67 more as part of graduation requirement of 128 se- mester hours. No more than one pass-fail course may be taken 3.00 C+ may be included than 8 semester hours) Value Points Grade rules: of two courses (totaling not 2.33 C 2.00 G 1.67 D+ 1.33 D 1.00 E 0.00 in any one semester. A up on a to take a course day until the close of the business on the second Friday of the semester or on the first Wednesday of each summer session. Courses taken on a pass-fail basis must be free electives; no required courses may be taken as passRequired courses are those courses used fail. to sat- the requisites for a major (including required isfy Grade Point Average (GPA) may request student pass-fail basis cognate courses) or a minor or to comply with Gen- The Grade Point Average (GPA) is computed from the academic record of courses taken Bloomsburg University in which grades of through E were earned. The computation Education requirements. The student must complete A eral ex- is eral at course requirements within the Gen- course from that area for The ecuted by multiplying the number of semester hours for each course by the number of quality all Education area before selecting another is instructor being taken on a is pass-fail. not informed that the course pass-fail basis. Grades of A, B, C, products, then dividing the D or E are translated into grades of P or F, with the grade of P recorded for a grade of D or higher and step by the total the grade of F recorded for E. Grades of P and F do points for the grade in the course and adding the sum obtained in the first number of semester hours repre- not enter the computation of a GPA. sented by the courses. A "semester GPA" is computed by including only the courses of a single semester. GPA" The "cumulative computed by including all courses taken to date at Bloomsburg University. If a course is successfully is repeated at another regionally accredited stitution of grade of D in- higher education, the credits for a or E and the quality points for the D one to the through E has been reported it may be changed through the grievance process, to change a temporary grade to a final grade or to correct a tional or clerical error. change of grade due error must be made to a computa- A recommendation computational or for clerical in writing by the instructor and approved by the department chairperson and the dean of the appropriate and R is college. When a grade of I changed, only the approval of the depart- ment chairperson is required. A After attaining student may who student course has received a grade of E in a sophomore standing, a degree on a pass-fail basis elect credit courses on a may not take it student may revoke a decision to take a later The basis. pass-fail basis. revocation must be completed by the close of the business day one week middle of the semester. This allows after the the pass-fail option to be used again. Academic Good Standing A student whose record riod shows a cumulative considered in at any GPA final grading pe- of 2.00 or better is academic good standing. (There are three final grading periods, mester and the total fall semester, spring se- summer session.) Satisfactory Progress Satisfactory progress Pass-Fail Policy letter grade earned. course on a pass-fail Office, Registrar's required, the stu- is demic department be notified of the actual A Change of Grade After a grade of A the student changes his/her major to which the original grade in dent may request that the chairperson of the aca- at Bloomsburg are deleted from the computation. subsequent to completion of a course on a If pass-fail basis two is evaluated on the basis of criteria: A student's ability to earn a minimum ter hours; of semes- . Page 252 Undergraduate Catalog A student's ability to maintain a minimum GPA undergraduate GPA drops below but within 0.1 of GPA required for minimal progress; A full-time freshman or transfer student who degree students, in order to maintain satisfactory was making minimal progress toward good standing progress toward the completion of a degree, must at the conclusion of each grading period. at the Full-time, continuously enrolled minimum earn a the cumulative of 24 semester hours in any given 12-month period (including semester hours earned in her cumulative A der to maintain satisfactory progress within any month 1 2- period, must earn half of all semester hours credit hours attempted for 9 or more semester hours. Note: Hours earned for a repeated undergradu- counted ate course are not GPA Required for Minimal Progress - 1 1.25- 1.99 16 semester hours 17 - 32 semester hours 1.65-1.99 33 - 48 semester hours 1.85 49 - 64 semester hours 1.95- 1.99 - 1.99 65 or more semester hours A readmitted student who was formerly diswho at the close of the first grading period has not regained minimal academic progress or good standing; A full-time student who failed to earn 24 semeshours within one 12-month period; ter A part-time student who failed to earn the minimum number of semester hours as prescribed above within the given semester. twice. To maintain satisfactory progress, a student must meet the following minimal requirements: Total Hours Earned (Includes Grades of P and transfer credits) Cumulative below is required for minimal progress missed for academic deficiency attempted for up to 8 semester hours; two-thirds of all 0.1 of that toward good standing; developmental studies courses) Part-time undergraduate degree students, in or- end of the second grading period but within 2.00 making minimal progress toward academic good standing, may schedule no more than 16 semester hours. Academic Dismissal A student who at any final grading period is not good standing, making minimal progress toward good standing or qualified to attend for a semester on academic probation is excluded from registration and his/her record is marked "academic dismissal." A student may be placed on "academic dismissal" without first being placed on academic proin bation. A student student, while under "academic dismissal" is ineli- gible to attend any courses offered for a period of at least one calendar year. Readmission regulations are stated in the section on Readmission. Dean's List A full-time is Students failing to meet the minimal require- GPA will GPA ments of earned credit hours and/or 3.5 or higher in 12 or more semester hours of notified by the Office of the Registrar. degree student whose semester coursework will be named to the dean's semester. Grades of P or F tation of a student's list for that do not enter the compu- Appeals A student under "academic GPA. tion the Academic Probation An If undergraduate student in one of the follow- ing categories is permitted to attend the university on academic probation for one additional final dismissal" Academic Review Board reinstatement is may granted, the conditions of rein- statement are indicated including an enrollment limit of 13 semester time. The hours for a specified period of student's record also is marked "commitgood tee reinstated." If the student does not attain 16 semester hours: standing or entering freshman whose his/her less first final grade period final grading period the cumulative A ment student is whose but granted by the conditions of reinstatement, he or is at least 1.00 GPA less than, at his/her first but within 0.25 of GPA required for minimal progress; who not making minimal progress toward academic good standing by the end of the period she transfer student is GPA at the end of than 1.25; A peti- for reinstatement. grading period (semester/summer) but limited to An be has been meeting the require- for at least two consecutive grading periods immediately prior to a grading period in which his/ his is excluded from further registration and her/ record If is again marked "academic the student elects to attend the dismissal." summer ses- sions immediately following reinstatement for a spring semester dismissal, then the entire session is summer considered the next grading period for which the student must attain minimal progress to- Bloomsburg University Page 253 Pennsylvania of ward good academic standing or good academic Career Concentration - Career concentrations are multidisciplinary advisement programs to help standing. Petitions to the Academic Review Board must be students select courses to develop appropriate skills and must be mailed to the chairperson of the Academic Review Board within 48 hours of re- and knowledge ceipt of official notification of dismissal. advisery committees exist in areas such as The Academic Review Board includes the deans of Arts and Sciences, Business and Professional nity services, public administration, gerontology in writing to prepare for entry and mobility in specific professions or careers. For example, career commu- Studies; director of Admissions; director of Aca- and environmental management and planning. Teacher Certifications - Certification is the demic Advisement; sult of registrar; director Human of the Center re- completing a teacher education program Development; and the approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Edu- director of Student Standards. At the initiative of cation as defined by Chapter 49 of the Regulations for Counseling and Academic Review either the applicant or the Board, the student's adviser ticipate as a voting may be member in invited to par- the consideration of its evaluation of a petition for reinstatement, the board charged is to consider the degree to which external factors beyond the student's control temporarily prevented optimum academic achievement; the likelihood that these or similar would not recur factors if reinstatement were granted; the likelihood that the student, if rein- could complete his or her curriculum suc- stated, - Certification of Professional Personnel. Certificates are issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education upon the recommendation of the university, based on the case. In of the State Board of Education approved teacher education programs. its Certifica- tion does not apply to certificates issued by the university for completion of a university program. Mi- nors cannot lead to certification to teach or supervise in the public schools of Pennsylvania. Double Majors Across Colleges - Students elect- ing to major in two departments must have a major adviser in each department, meet all of the major cessfully within a reasonable extension of the nor- requirements of each department and mal four-year period; and an evaluadon of the plan for attaining good standing proposed by the stu- general education requirements. Double majors in A dent. final decision of the and not subject Academic Review Board is to review. Majors, Minors, Certification, Career Concentration Major field Each student must complete a major - of study for graduadon. A major field of study one of the approved degree programs prescribed by the major department or the college in which is the student is enrolled. The specific course require- all some departments may require more than mum the mini- 128 credits for graduation. Change of Area of Study (Major) - A student who wishes to change from one area of study to another must file a request to do so in the Office of Academic Advisement. Permission to enter the new area of study may require the written approval of the department chairperson in which proval it is offered. In this case, ap- may depend upon such factors as overall grade point average, available space and recom- ments for the options within each of the degree programs leading to the degrees are described else- mendations from departmental committees. where session. in this catalog. Minor - A minor field of study consists of a mini- mum of 18 hours, at least 15 of which must be in the department offering the minor. While courses counting toward a minor may also fulfill general of the It must be done by the student and while school also is in Scheduling Classes and Registration Students enroll by scheduling classes, paying fees and registering on the first day of each semester or education or career concentration requirements, summer session. The scheduling of classes is usually minor courses may not be in a student's major discipline and/or certification area. A minor offered in completed during the prior semester. Classes an academic discipline may have multiple advise- an obligation to the student. ment options. nors in A student may choose more than one academic to pursue mi- discipline. in progress for the current semester always constitute All scheduling proce- dures for the next semester shall not conflict with this obligation. The dates for scheduling and ad- visement are announced by the registrar. To sched- Page 254 Undergraduate Catalog schedule booklet, meet and enter their schedules didesignated computer terminals. ule, students obtain a class quire the approval of the academic adviser. with their advisers rectly at Seniors schedule classes first, Late Registration A student may register late until the close of busi- followed by jun- vided an opportunity for counseling and schedule on the sixth day of the semester or the first Wednesday following a summer session registration. There is a special fee for late registration unless the changes during the orientation period. Second student presents a medical excuse at the time of sophomores and freshmen. iors, their schedules prepared mester freshmen have a Fall freshmen have advance and are pro- in minimum se- load schedule prepared for them. All students should complete English Composition I end of the sophomore and (or equivalent) by the II ness registration. Evaluation of Undergraduate Transfer Credits year. Evaluation of credit earned at other institutions Students shall not be required to take part in cocurricular activities until after 3:30 p.m. Sched- uled have precedence over unscheduled activities meets, practices, to student teaching, internships, etc., will pre- pare their proposed schedule, which will peers. These students mail their class scheduling Students are billed according to number of se- Students must register in person on the summer first day session according to the instructions for registration issued by the regis- for non-degree students class C (2.0/4.0) or above one of the regional ac- gree student. Courses taken with a grade of less than (2.0/4.0) will not transfer to sity community col- sity and the cumulative GPA is 2.0 or higher Transfer credit will be deleted if the student sub- stu- sequently registers for courses which substantially register will have their duplicate the content of courses accepted for and part-time degree who do not Bloomsburg Univer- unless earned at a Pennsylvania lege or a State System of Higher Education univer- schedules dropped at the end of the first day transfer. When of registration. Students with unpaid fees, overdue library materials completed with a grade of from a two-year or four-year institution, accredited by Special provisions for registration are available dents. Students transfer. College-level courses C mester hours scheduled. trar. do not crediting agencies, are usually transferred for a de- to the registrar. of each semester or recommended by the Admis- Grades, quality points and grade point averages fer. be pro- cessed at the appointed time with those of their form is sions Office with final approval by the department chairperson. Credits for acceptable courses trans- etc. Students off campus at the time of scheduling due for transfer students and other obligations due the university will be denied scheduling and registration privileges. Students with disabilities should contact the Ac- commodative Services to make special arrangements for scheduling of classes and registration. the substitution of transfer credit for a required course is in question because the course was taken in an unaccredited institution or because the description of standards of the course are unclear, a student is entitled to an opportunity to vali- date the course by examination. Correspondence courses are subject to accep- tance to a total that does not exceed 15 semester Change of Undergraduate Schedule A hours if taken from a college or university may change his/her semester/sum- accredted by one of the two regional accrediting mer session schedule prior to the close of the fifth/ third day of the semester/ summer session. The con- agencies and acceptable by that institution toward student sent of the adviser is Changes are subject graduation in a baccalaureate degree program. Courses taken in another institution on a pass- not prerequisite to a change. to available space in classes to which the student proposes Schedule changes for ment of Developmental all to transfer. students in the Depart- Instruction, with less than fail if basis are acceptable for transfer as free electives they conform to the conditions for such grades at Bloomsburg University. fer courses A student applying to trans- must fulfill the provisions of the sections 32 earned credits, require the approval of the De- on residence requirement and graduation partment of Developmental Instruction. Schedule ments. adjustments for students on academic probation, Credits from other institutions accredited by one of the regional accrediting associations earned reinstatement and minimal academic progress re- require- Bloomsburg University of by a Bloomsburg degree student vided approvals student's adviser will transfer obtained are Page 255 Pennsylvania When students withdraw during a semester, pro- from the first and department chairperson. An grade of W is the recorded for each of the courses on the student's schedule if the withdrawal occurs approval form can be obtained from the registrar. prior to the beginning of the final examination pe- Upon completion riod. Students of a course, it is the student's re- an sponsibility to provide the registrar with official The Course evaluations by department chair- transcript. may not withdraw during effective date of a withdrawal is the date on persons must be secured before the registrar can which the student signs an record courses and credits on the student's aca- in the Office of the Registrar or the date demic record. the written request Evaluation of credit earned at other institutions provided by a department fice with guidelines chairperson, cooperatively established by a college dean. A transfer student is issued an evaluation which remain be met. This to subject to revi- is withdrawal form on which received by the registrar for a Students failing to register for the next semester are classified as withdrawn and must apply for read- mission. Non-degree students ister may continue to reg- without readmission provided their next tration within four semesters of their is regis- last enroll- ment. An individual who discontinues attendance with- sheet that stipulates the requirements for graduation is official student withdrawing in absentia. by transfer students and by readmitted students who earned credit subsequent to their prior enrollment at Bloomsburg is made in the Admissions Of- the final examination period. out clearing all obligations to the university waives sion in the light of subsequent changes in the evalu- the right to a transcript and future readmission ation of the transcript. until all obligations are cleared. which cover reimbursements are stated Policies Withdrawalfrom a Course in the subsection After the schedule change period and continu- ing until three weeks past mid-term, withdraws from a course a grade of if a student "W will be re- is re- Fees. may be absent for extended periods of The categories include: students time. corded. As a means of notification of the instructor to the intent of the withdrawal, a student on Miscellaneous In addition to withdrawing from the university, Temporary Withdrawal/Leave of Absence is granted by the Admissions Office after a student completes quired to obtain his/her instructor's signature on the withdrawal procedures and the withdrawal form. temporary withdrawal/leave of absence form with No withdrawals will be permitted after the close Clinical Experience registrar Prior to the last week of classes, in exceptional files a the Admissions Office. of the work day three weeks after the middle day of the semester. when he/she when cal year(s) absence a student is is authorized by the participating in the clini- of the medical technology and radiologi- circumstances, for compelling, justified and docu- cal mented which are not charged fees by the university during the restric- time of their clinical experience at a cooperating the course tions. tute is A limit of four program in being taught may waive these Poor academic performance grounds for sity is dean of the college reasons, the will not consti- Study Abroad absence (4) withdrawals during the degree shall apply. (Withdrawal from the univer- an exception.) Faculty are encouraged to in- clude the University late withdrawal policy on the beginning of the semester. Withdrawalfrom Benjamin at the Office of the Franklin Hall. Students with- drawing in absentia must submit a written request to the registrar. category is authorized by the regis- participating in a university- sanctioned exchange program with a cooperating university abroad. in The student may be charged fees accordance with the agreement with the cooper- ating university. from from the university by completing a withdrawal form 1 when is Completing Degree Elsewhere -absence A student may withdraw Registrar, trar a student by the registrar the University this hospital. late withdrawal. syllabus distributed to students at the technology programs. Students in his or when is authorized a student receives permission her adviser and department chairper- son to complete course requirements at an ap- proved institution other than Bloomsburg University. Mandatory Leave when a student is is recorded by the registrar required to leave the university Page 256 due Undergraduate Catalog medical and/or psychological reasons or to is will be given placement testing. The ing) will be Academic Integrity Policy and Procedures Bloomsburg University students are expected to in all their academic work; this means be honest they will not engage in any of the following on Cheating examinations acts: including nonauthorized use of books or notes, use of crib sheets, copying from other student's papers, changing information with another student ex- orally or by signals, obtaining a copy of the examination illegally and other similar activities. Plagiarism in term papers, themes, essays, reports, is take-home examinations, to steal or use without (To plagiarize etc. student Falsifications including forging signatures, alter- ing answers after they have been graded, insertion etc. full member who lated the A copy of this information will also be sent to the student's academic department. If a student identified for and is course (s) during the university. A fac- integrity policy should use the first semester is (fall or spring) considered a pre- A the work tainted by the academic dishonesty and/ or assign the grade of E for the entire course (A stu- dent may file a grievance against and/ this action.); or complaint against the student with the Student-Faculty Judicial Board. troductory or Intermediate Algebra for that meet courses all quantitative-analytical reasoning general education requirements). This requirement also orally or in writing. member also is authorized to assign a zero in File a written is placed in a developmental requisite before additional courses for credit to- Reprimand the student summer freshmen during their first academic year semester of attendance. Developmental courses will be provided for all identified Act 101/ EOP freshmen and for other identified freshmen based upon the available seats in the Department of Developmental Instruction courses. applies to Student Outcomes Assessment The complaint must describe academic dishonesty that is alleged to have taken place and must request that the matter gram. ward the degree can be taken in corresponding areas (Writing II for English Composition I and In- following procedures to resolve the matter. faculty has been administered a placement with a report indicating the prescribed pro- academic dishonesty believes that a student has vio- academic di- provide each range of penalties from guilty of subjected to a reprimand to expulsion from the ulty who The Statistics. will test(s) of attendance, the course (s) A student found may be erasure of a grader's fact, Computer Science and Academic Advisement ematics, ideas, other person.) of answers after the may be prescribed. Guidelines for developmental course placement are established by the Department of Developmental Instruction, the Department of English and the Department of Mathcourse(s) of an- etc. determined by the pattern of SAT scores and high school achievement. Students selectively low in one of the admission testing areas (e.g., below SAT Math of 470, SAT Verbal of 480) will have placement testing in areas that are selectively weak. Depending on the results of the review of the academic record and the placement test scores, an individualized program including a developmental rector of acknowledgment the words, formulas, computer programs, marking, specific area(s) of placement testing (mathematics, reading, writ- suspended. be shared by the board. All subsequent proce- dures shall follow those of the judicial system. The university is committed to the continuous improvement of its programs and services. In an ongoing effort to monitor the quality and effectiveness of these programs and services, the university routinely conducts campus-based studies of student attitudes, student achievement, student Diagnostic Testing Program Policy satis- and personal, professional and career development. These studies are grouped under the heading of student outcomes assessment. Participation in outcomes assessment activities is expected of all students. While every student is not selected for faction This policy applies to testing that is not a part of course requirements. Students placement will tests be selected for and administered prior to matriculation based upon freshman year grade point average (GPA). A predicted freshman year GPA is calculated by the Office of Admissions for each new their predicted freshman at the time of application using the high school class rank, New freshmen SAT Verbal and SAT Math with a predicted GPA less scores. than 2.25 participation in every activity, it is likely that vidual student will be involved in sessment activities an indi- one or more during the college years. It is through cooperative participation in the as- only assess- ment process that the university can better understand itself and better serve its students. Bloomsburg University Pennsylvania of Page 257 General Education Requirements may not be there Introduction The College of and Sciences, College of Arts a one-to-one correspondence between experimental time and credit. Business and College of Professional Studies at Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania administer undergraduate curricula. Requirements for the Distribution Requirements The general education program includes spe- curricula are in sections describing each college. cific Each curriculum, leading course requirements totalling 18 credits, to a baccalaureate tribution requirements totalling 36 credits degree, requires successful completion of at least diversity 128 semester hours in the major, general education and free electives. This section deals with general education; requirements for each major are listed under department headings. While unrestricted, it's electives are helpful to consult with a faculty dis- and a requirement of two courses. The goals of the general education program are to develop: An ability to communicate effectively; An ability to think analytically and quantitatively; A facility to make independent and responsible value judgments and decisions according to high adviser. ethical values When a student makes a tentative choice of a major, preliminary or prerequisite courses re- An and long recreation quired in that major are assigned. Admission is se- lective or restrictive at the junior year entry level for some curricula. mit the student The if university the student not bound to ad- is is not admissible life- skills; A capacity for assessing the validity of ideas and to gain knowledge through the development of critical ac- cording to the competition for available spaces or Students goals; an understanding of the approaches used thinking other selective life appreciation of the need for fitness and abilities; A greater appreciation of theater, literature, art criteria. who plan to major in two departments and music through stimulation of one's creative interests; must have a major adviser in each department and meet all of the major requirements of each depart- ment and all of the general education require- ments. Double majors in some departments require more than the minimum may in An understanding of the relationship between an individual and his/her physical and biological 128 semester environments; hours for graduation. Double majors in depart- ments An understanding of our society and the relative position of an individual in this society; two colleges must have the permission of both college deans to declare a double major. A familiarity with the human knowledge ences, natural sciences An Credit, Semester Hour A semester hour credit for is ordinarily defined as the one weekly period of 50 minutes of ture, discussion or recitation for some lec- one semester. In cases as in laboratory, studio or internship, major contributions of in the humanities, social sci- and mathematics; and awareness and global understanding of the relative position of the individual in the munity. world com- Page 258 Specific Undergraduate Catalog Communication fies 14.101 Italian Course Requirements for 20-104 (9 credits; unless student quali- Honors Composition in which case only 6 credits are required.) Students eligible for 20- 16.105 Chinese 18.101 Latin 20-101 and one of the second level courses. 18.102 Latin 2 1 and one of the following: 25.104 Interpersonal Speech Communication writing-intensive literature course: 74.153 Introduction to Sign Language 20.131 Bible as Literature 20.151 Introduction to Literature Quantitative-Analytical Reasoning (3 credits) 08.303 Honors Seminar on Quantitative and 20.152 Literature and Society Analytical Reasoning 20.156 Popular Literature 20.226 European Literature 40.246 Business 1 40.346 Business 20.227 European Literature 2 20.236 American Literature 20.246 British Literature 48.160 Basic 53.101 1 20.256 Non-Western Literature 1 22.257 Non-Western Literature 2 Communication 53.114 College Algebra 53.1 18 Applied Matrix Algebra 53.123 Essentials Calculus 1 53.141 Introduction to Statistics 09.231 Technical Writing 10.100 Foundations of French Literature 53.241 Probability and Statistics 56.110 Introduction to Computer Science and Culture Values, Ethics 1 and Responsible Decision Mak- ing (3 credits) 10.102 French 2 08.301 Honors Seminar: Values 10.203 French 3 09.213 Science, Technology and 10.204 French 4 09.230 Pronunciation German Human Values 10.205 Applied Phonetics and Literature and Culture German 1 11.102 German 2 11.203 German 3 11.204 German 4 11.101 12.100 Foundations of Spanish Literature and Culture Human Sexuality 28.220 Ethics 28.290 Medical Ethics 28.292 Contemporary Moral Problems 28.295 Business Ethics 28.294 Ethics Politics and Public Policy 41.105 Environmental Issues/Choices 42.210 Values Conflict 20th Cent 42.215 Global Issues: Contemporary Values 44.207 Ethics, Politics and Public Policy 1 12.102 Spanish 2 12.203 Spanish 3 12.204 Spanish 4 12.205 Phonetic Theory and Practice 13.101 Russian Math Thinking 53.125 Analysis are to be selected from these courses: 12.101 Spanish Statistics Statistics 53.111 Finite Mathematics 20.247 British Literature 2 three credits in & Economics Math 1 & Economics Stat 1 45.260 Basic Social 1 20.237 American Literature 2 11.100 Foundations of Grammar 20.112 Practical 25.103 Public Speaking 20.203 Approaches to Literary Study or a 10.101 French 1 20.301 Creative Writing 20.201 Composition 2 The remaining 1 16.106 Chinese 2 104 Honors Composition are excused from taking 20-101 Composition 1 14.102 Italian 2 45.320 Sociology of Women 46.102 Anthropology 46.260 & World Problems Men & Women Anthropology Perspective 48.131 Psychology Adjustment 1 13.102 Russian 2 13.103 Russian 3 13.104 Russian 4 48.254 Psychology Aspects Society Issues 50.254 Social Implications Biology Bloomsburg University Page 259 Pennsylvania of 60.205 Career Development and Life Planning Thirty-six semester hours are required with 12 82.217 Alcohol: Use and Abuse Fitness & Recreational Skills(3 semester hours required from each of the three credits) 05.112 Varsity Sports 05.1 13 Varsity Sports 05.149 Aquatics - II Begin Non-Swim No three semester hours from a given acathis distribution requirement. Courses which an individual uses to 05.155 Swimnastics specific Safety satisfy the communication, quantitative/analytical reasoning, values/ethics and fitness and recreation 05.214 Fencing requirements may not be used to 05.217 Bicycling tion requirements. 05.219 Tennis satisfy distribu- Bloomsburg University Curricu- lum Committee (BUCC) or an Dance 05.222 Creative Dance 05.223 Modern Dance 05.224 Fitness Dance 05.221 Jazz individual academic department, with the approval of the BUCC, may exclude any of its courses from being counted as a distribution requirement. some In 05.225 Beginning Ballet cases, qualifications exist in the form of prerequisites, two semester continuity, etc. Consult 05.226 Jogging / Walking the class schedule, the university catalog or the stu- 05.228 Gymnastics 05.230 Weight Training sci- ences and natural sciences and mathematics. demic major may count toward 05.151 Intermediate Aquatics CPR and general academic areas of humanities, social more than 05.150 Beginning Aquatics 05.200 Distribution Requirements dent information system for prerequisites and & Fitness other qualifications. Please be aware that not every 05.231 Archery general education course 05.232 Bowling offered each semester. is The courses appearing here are approved for general education as of May 1, 1995. If a course was 05.233 Badminton 05.234 Golf previously listed for general education 05.235 Riflery appear 05.236 Volleyball fulfill and does not in this class schedule, that course will still general education credit for the student, pro- 05.238 Racquetball-Handball vided the student enrolled in the course during the 05.239 Square Dance time the course was approved for general educa- 05.240 Fitness-Slimnastics However, students scheduling the course after tion. 05.241 Judo-Self Defense the course 05.243 Backpacking general education credit for the course. 05.244 Orienteering no longer is approved may not receive Questions regarding courses listed as general 05.245 Canoeing education should be directed to the academic de- 05.247 Basic Rock Climbing partment which 05.248 Basic Sailing offers the course. Courses selected to fulfill the distribution re- 05.250 Lifesaving quirements must be from 05.265 Basketball departments within each of the three groups with two or more credits required from each depart- 05.270 Exercise and You 05.271 Intermediate Archery ment 05.272 Intermediate Bowling 05.273 Intermediate Golf selected. Courses at least three different which a student uses to sat- isfy the specific course requirements in the catego- ries of communication, quantitative/analytical rea- 05.274 Intermediate Tennis soning, values/ethics and fitness and recreation 05.275 Intermediate Volleyball may not be used 05.276 Intermediate Judo ments. 05.277 Advanced Sailing Students & Wellness (1 credit only) First Aid & Safety (1 credit only) 05.298 Fitness 05.321 05.397 Adult Hlth Dev Program (1 credit only) 50.205 Intro to Nutrition otherwise meet the prerequisites are permitted to take any course offered by the departments listed below, unless the course is ex- pressly excluded for general education by the university (1 credit only) who to satisfy the distribution require- curriculum committee or the department Page 260 Undergraduate Catalog 70.101 Introduction to Exceptional with the approval of the curriculum committee. No more than three credits from a given aca- Individuals demic major may count toward the distribution 72.152 Introduction to Communications requirement. Students with a double major must adhere to this policy for Group A Humanities and the Arts - Disorders The one of the majors. - following courses are not eligible for group B Select 40.246 Business and Economics courses totalling 12 credits from these departments: Mathematics Art Art History 40.280 Special Topics Art Studio 40.346 Business and Economics Communication Studies 40.400 Econometrics English 40.446 Business and Economics History 40.470 Senior Seminar Languages and Cultures 40.480 Advanced Special Topics French 40.490 Independent Study German Statistics Statistics II 41 .350 Advance Planning Russian Select courses totaling 12 credits Italian ments: and Allied Health Sciences Biological Latin Chemistry Mass Communications Geography and Earth Science Music Mathematics (but not computer science courses) Philosophy Theatre Arts Physics In addition, these courses are eligible: In addition, these courses are eligible: 08.101 Honors Humanities I 08.110 Honors Math and Science I 08.201 Honors Humanities II 08.210 Honors Math and Science II 09.173 Seminar Natural Sciences and 09.171 Scholars Seminar Humanities Mathematics 09.491 Honors Independent Study Humanities 09.495 Honors Seminar Natural Sciences I and Mathematics 09.492 Honors Seminar Humanities The 09.493 Honors Independent Study Humanities Social - from these depart- Japanese, Chinese - I Group C - Natural Sciences and Mathematics Spanish Group B j credit: following courses are not eligible for Group C II and Behavioral Sciences lect courses totalling 12 credits - credit: 50.205 Intro to Nutrition Se- from these depart- 09.230 Human Sexuality 50.254 Social Implications Biology ments: Anthropology Cultural Diversity Requirement Economics Geography Political The Science Psychology HI jj Kh KS s k9 p Sociology and Social Welfare Cultural Diversity requirement is effective degree students entering or re-entering with for all the fall semester 1993 and thereafter. Each student must successfully complete two 08.130 Honors Social Science I courses from this list of diversity focused courses. These courses may be applied toward courses for 08.230 Honors Social Science II the major, general education or free electives. In addition, these courses are eligible: 09.172 05.334 SchSemSocSci 09.496 Honors Independent Study Soc Sci 09.497 Honors Sem Soc I I 08.302 Honors Seminar, Diversity Sci 09.498 Honors Independent Study Soc Sci Women in Sport 08.130 Honors Social Science II 09.230 Human Sexuality 25.220 Intercultural Communication 1 Bloomsburg University of Page 261 Pennsylvania 10.211 Foundations of French Culture and 11.212 German German & World Problems Culture and Civilization I 46.102 Anthropology Culture and Civilization II 46.200 Principles of Cultural Anthropology 12.211 Spanish Culture and 46.290 Anthropology of Race and Racism Civilization 12.212 Spanish-American Culture and 46.310 Aztecs and Mayans 46.320 Contemporary World Cultures Civilization 16.21 & Ethnic Minorities 45.350 Sociology of Women 10.212 France Today 11.211 44.377 Feminist Political Theory 45.215 Racial Civilization Chinese Culture and Civilization 16.212 Chinese Culture and Civilization I 46.333 Ethnic Identity in the United States II 46.350 Medical Anthropology 20.256 Non-Western Literature I 46.390 Sociology of the Child 20.257 Non-Western Literature II 46.410 Anthropology of Art Women Writers 20.388 Gender/Race/Class & Culture & Cultures of South 46.480 Religion & Magic 20.287 Black 46.440 Language 20.288 Feminist Reading of Culture 46.450 Peoples America Gender 25.494 Special Topic: Diversity 48.350 Psychology of Sex 25.309 Gender Issues in Communication 60.394 Education in an Urban Society 28.308 Feminist Philosophy 60.406 Multicultural Education 31.345 History of Near Eastern Art 70.101 Introduction to Exceptional 31 .346 History of Far Eastern Art 8c Individuals 40.313 Labor Economics 79.430 Honors Seminar Professional Studies 41.102 World Cultural Geography 82.410 42.141 Modern Community Health Nursing 82.450 Transcultural Health Issues Far East 42.143 Black Africa 90.350 Value of Diversity in Business 42.210 Values Conflict in 20th Century 91.320 International Accounting 93.355 Managing Multicultural History 42.224 Immigrant Experience Organizations Women 42.329 The American Woman 42.227 American 97.410 International Marketing 98.340 Law and Literature 42.228 African-American History 98.407 International Legal Environment Women/Gender Euro 42.470 Women/Gender Euro 98.460 Employment, Discrimination and 42.469 44.222 Women and Politics 1 2 Affirmative Action Page 262 Undergraduate Catalog Academic Calendars Fall 1999 Fall Aug. 24-Aug. 30 Electronic Registration (2 p.m.) Monday, Aug. 30 Classes Begin Labor Day Monday, Sept. 6 (no classes) Midterm Wednesday, Oct. Thanksgiving Recess begins 20, 10 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 23, 10 p.m. 2000 Aug.22-Aug.28(2p.m.) Electronic Registration Monday, Aug. 28 Classes Begin Labor Day Monday, Sept. 4 (no classes) Midterm Wednesday, Oct. Thanksgiving Recess begins 13, 10 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 21, 10 p.m. Classes Resume Monday, Nov. 27, 8 a.m. 10 p.m. Classes End Saturday Dec. Reading Day Sunday, Dec. 12 Reading Day Sunday, Dec. 11 Finals Begin Monday, Dec. 13 Finals Begin Monday, Dec. 12 Classes Resume Monday, Nov. 29 8 a.m. Classes End Saturday Dec. 11, 9, 10 p.m. End Saturday, Dec. 18 Finals End Saturday, Dec. 16 Commencement Saturday, Dec. 18 Commencement Saturday, Dec. 16 Finals Spring 2001 Spring 2000 Electronic Registration Martin Luther King Day Jan. 11 to Jan. 18 (2 p.m.) Monday, Jan. 17 (no classes) Classes Begin Monday Classes Meet Friday, Jan. 21 (no Spring Break Begins Saturday, evening classes) Monday Classes Meet March 4, 1 10 p.m. Monday, March 13,8 a.m. Spring Weekend Begins Thursday, April 20, Resume Monday, April 10 p.m. 24, 6 p.m. Saturday, May 6 Reading Day Sunday, May 7 Finals Begin Monday, May 8 Classes End Day Classes Begin Classes Resume Classes Martin Luther King Tuesday, Jan. 18 Wednesday, March Midterm Electronic Registration Spring Break Begins Spring Resume Weekend Begins Classes Monday, Jan. 1 5 (no classes) Tuesday, Jan. 16 Friday, Jan. 1 6 (except 6 p.m. start) Wednesday, March 6 Midterm Classes Jan. 9 to Jan. 16 (2 p.m.) Resume Classes End Saturday, March 10, Monday, March 10 p.m. 19, 8 a.m. Thursday, April 12, 10 p.m. Monday, April 16, 6 p.m. Saturday, May 5 May 6 Reading Day Sunday, Finals Begin Monday, May 7 End Saturday, May 13 Finals End Saturday, May 12 Commencement Saturday, May 13 Commencement Saturday, May 12 Finals Bloomsburg University Page 263 Pennsylvania and Fees Tuition (As of July of 1999; fees subject to change without notice) 1, Tuition (12-18 hours, full Pennsylvania Resident Out-of-State Resident $1,809 $4,602 $150 $383 time) Tuition (per semester hour) University Housing Room Room Double 1,087 1,087 Single 1,621 1,621 1,116 1,116 19 Meal Plan, $100 Flex 805 805 14 Meal Plan, $100 Flex 721 721 10 Meal Plan, $100 Flex 669 669 7 Meal Plan, $100 Flex Academic Equipment Fee 586 586 142 142 12 12 75.75 75.75 6.50 6.50 Upper Campus Apartments Meal Plans 12 or more semester hours per semester hour Community Activities Fee 12 or more semester hours per semester hour Student Union Fee more semester hours 60 60 7 to 9 semester hours 30 30 to 6 semester hours 15 15 75.75 75.75 6.50 6.50 10 or 1 Recreation Fee 12 or more semester hours per semester hour Student Union Operations Fee 12 or more semester hours per semester hour Health Service Fee (9 or more hours) Tuition (also known you as the basic fee) covers the will take, books and supplies. Tuition is but does not cover established annually by the State System of Higher Education board of governors, usually in July, after the state legislature determines support 28 2.50 37 37 the commonwealth. About Tuition cost of courses 28 2.50 levels for higher education in The Commonwealth of Penn- sylvania provides approximately $5,102 per full-time equivalent student to the State System of Higher Education in support of each student's education and the difference between in-state and tuition reflects this support. Tuition all is out-of-state die same for 14 state system of higher education universities. For course loads over 18 semester hours, Pennsylva- Page 264 Undergraduate Catalog and out-of-state residents Eighth Tuition Refunds -The university its responsible is refund policy. Advance deposits credited toward the basic are non-refundable. Other who withdraw to the first class day. credit hour load so — No refund fee amounts paid and cred- ited toward the basic fee are refundable in full for students Seventh pay $383. for notifying each student of for Housing Fees Housing fees for on-campus residence are approved reasons prior Students who reduce their as to qualify for billing as part- lished annually, available amount paid which exceeds dence the part-time rate. Tuition fees are eligible for refunds when the student withdraws from the university. All refund and comply requests must be submitted in writing with the appropriate institution's processing proce- on student activity fees will be within those regulations and procedures established by the student organization, as approved by the president of the university. Such refunds must be consistent with Federal law. A student is eligible for consider- usually in housing halls is double occupancy in seven resi- and an apartment complex accommo- date a total of 2,680 students. Although students 1 housing preferences are considered whenever possible, the university reserves the right to alter the composition of residence halls. Housing and food services are provided on a combined basis only for students living in the residence halls. Students living in the Montgomery Place Apartments have the option of a meal plan. Housing and food service agreements are binding ation for a refund for any reason approved by the for a specified period president or the president's designated or reassigned. official. estab- the Spring by the Bloomsburg University Council of Trustees. Most time students are eligible for a refund of the dures. Refunds — — — — Week 50 percent Week 40 percent Ninth Week 40 percent Tenth Week percent Eleventh Week and beyond nia residents pay an extra $150 per semester hour and may not be transferred students reducing their credit hour load. Except for Freshmen under 21 years of age must live on campus or commute from their parent's residence. minimum If The refund schedule forfeit tuition are based applies also to all part-time of advanced deposits, refunds for on the following schedule, effec- — 100 percent — 90 percent Third through fourth week — 50 percent through eighth week — 25 percent After the eighth week — no refund tive July 1, First 1995: First day through second week director of Residence Life, refund of tuition State System universities or members is granted to students of who of the National are military reservists Guard and are ordered Residence Transfer students, versity gible for basis, United to room and board fees, all refund on-campus housing on a space whose housing needs are Students must participate in an assignment pro- housing on upper and lower campus to dents withdraw entirely from the university. serve a room for the following academic recipients under the schedule of refunds to aid Title IV of the Federal Education Act, as amended, who are Higher first-time stu- dents at this university and receiving Federal finan- — 90 percent — 80 percent Third Week — 80 percent Fourth Week — 70 percent Week — 60 percent Sixth Week — 60 percent First Week Second Week Fifth bility re- year. Eligi- requirements are subject to revision in re- sponse to fluctuations in enrollment figures and student demand for on-campus accommodations. Further information concerning on-campus or off-campus housing cial aid: eli- available atypical are not cess for is to the uni- deposit, are schedules apply only to conditions in which stu- following University, but married students and/or students with eligible. States. floor, Elwell upon acceptance and payment of the advance to active military service by the President of the With respect ground Bloomsburg Hall, Bloomsburg, PA 17815. families The this residency requirement must be submitted to the Fifth Full extenuating circumstances justify other housing arrangements, a written request for waiver of may be obtained by contacting the Residence Life Office at (570) 389-4089. Summer session residence hall cost is $55 per week. Arrangements for room guests must be aphall where proved by the resident director of the the guest will be housed. Bloomsburg University of Page 265 Pennsylvania Meal Plans Meal plan fees are established annually, usually in the Spring, cil by the Bloomsburg University Coun- of Trustees. All students who live in the residence required to take their meals in the campus halls are blance of their flex accounts, certificates with the valid until the following October. cates are payable with the housing fee as a combined charge. at all Students should use all monies same service fees are the for gift certififacilities. in flex accounts. The Academic Equipment Fee, established by the Bloomsburg University Council of Trustees, sentially covers the cost Housing and food These campus dining Academic Equipment Fee dining hall under one of two food service plans during the academic year. Food service fees are honored es- of maintaining laborato- such as scientific and computer labs and equipment used by students. It is established on an annual ries, Pennsylvania residents and out-of-state students. The 19, 14, 10 and seven meal plans apply to any meals served in the dining Monday facilities through Sunday. Ten and seven meal plans are able only to off campus or upper No campus avail- second week of the semester. ally after the ment under force, hall Students The Community Activities Fee, established by Community Arts Council, finances student ac- the tivities in athletics, meals are adjusted annu- end of the academic The recreation, music, lectures, stu- dent publications, general entertainment, student adjust- organizations and other student-supported pro- the food service contract, currently in grams. Part-time students taking coursework on year. based on the wholesale price index. is Community Activities Fee residents. changes to meal plans are processed after the Charges for dining basis. who live campus off-campus or in the Mont- ties are required to pay the Community Activi- fee at the rate of $6.50 per semester hour. gomery Place Apartments have the option of purchasing a meal plan at the Business Office in Waller Student Union Fee Administration Building. tion a cash equivalency op- which allows students to purchase a certain amount at each meal in the various food facilities on campus including the pizza shop and snack bar. After making a selection, the cash price dollar of the meal is totaled. If the cost scribed amount, there is under the is no charge. If it amount, the difference must be paid flex dollars. One Community Community Gov- Students are charged a Student The meal plan provides ernment Association, which pays Union Building. this or in cash equivalency meal equals one for the Kehr Student Union Operations Fee Students are charged a fee to provide for the pre- exceeds in cash Building Fee, established by the Kehr Union. The fee Community Government Asso- day-to-day operations cost of is established by the ciation. board meal. Flex dollars, which are part of the meal plan and may be purchased separately by students living offcampus or in the Montgomery Place Apartments, broaden a student's options. These dollars can be used any food at flex dollars, the facility. Each time a student uses expenditure is subtracted from the balance of the student's flex account. Students pus and in the Montgomery living off-cam- Place Apartments can purchase flex dollars at the Business Office in $25 increments once they have mum deposit of $100 into The made an flex balance carries over is mini- their flex account. semester only. Any balance spring semester initial from left at fall the Students are charged a Recreation Center fee, established by the ciation, Community Government which pays for the facility and Asso- entitles the student to use the center for recreational purposes. Health Service Fee liv- ing in the residence halls can add to their flex ac- count in increments of $25. Students Recreation Fee to spring end of the not refundable and cannot be transferred. Students may, however, purchase gift All students carrying nine or more semester hours are assessed a $37 Health Service fee per se- mester. Students scheduling 8 semester hours or less will not be assessed a Health Service established annually by the fee. The fee is Bloomsburg University Council of Trustees. The fee is not a substitute for health insurance, which students are required to have or obtain. Faculty and staff who schedule aca- demic courses are not assessed a Health Service fee. Student teachers and/or students on internships Page 266 who not Undergraduate Catalog are not residing in the liable for this fee; they Bloomsburg area are may $10 for January transfer students $20 for summer freshmen request, in writing, an exemption from the Business Office. Students $18 for Developmental Instruction students registered in extension courses also are not assessed $10 for January Developmental Instruction a health fee. Health services are available only to who pay a health fee. All students enrolled in a summer session are assessed $1 per week for the length of the session (s) for health services. The students $7 for adult non-traditional students students monies collected from this fee nia Legislature as an auxiliary function of the tution. insti- These funds are expended for the profes- sional salaries related to health services, plus the Emergency Room Fee Waiver Contract and other service contracts, i.e., ambucost of the Hospital lance service, family planning, medical supplies, utilities and the Books and supplies are estimated pay for the health been designated by the Pennsylva- service that has Books and Supplies mester. Students the University Store. Miscellaneous Fees A due when an individual is A $3 fee is charged for each transcript of a student's record unofficial transcript. There is and $1 of- for an a $3 charge for faxing Late Registration Fee charged to a student - A late fee who completes of $10 is registration after the official registration date. Application Fee - A $30 application fee must be time of request for registration. plication fee is The ap- Key Replacement - A $30 fee is charged for room key and $5 for a mailbox key. A fee credited to the is when a approved for readmission. This first basic fee payment. is due when a student is The not refundable. for one semester approved for admission or a former student after being out of school for one or more semes- ters. is approved for readmission A $100 advance housing deposit, of which $50 refundable, is required to reserve a room accom- modation and negotiate a housing contract for the year. The deposit must be paid prior to room assignment and is credited to the housing academic charge for the current semester. Bank drafts, post office money orders or checks must be made out for the exact amount of the fee. of $30 is Fees are due at times determined by the Business re- placing a - approved for ad- Fees are payable to Bloomsburg University. not refundable. Credit by Examination on a cash when paid by each applicant, undergraduate and graduate, at the is The Community Activities Fee is as applicable. is advance registration fee ($100) is degree. - store operates nonrefundable advance registration fee of $100 fee A diploma fee of $10 is charged at Transcript Fee The Payment ofFees graduation for a bachelor's degree or a master's ficial $170 per se- mission as an undergraduate student or self-care unit. - at secure books and supplies at basis. former student Diploma Fee may charged The Office. university reserves the right to withhold information concerning the record of a student for examinations that allow students to receive who credit for a course without actually taking the class. student loans. Orientation Fees plan. Billing statements of student accounts are is in arrears in fees or other charges including The There is a one-time administrative orientation fee of $25 paid to the Business Office at the initial billing. A participatory fee for the orientation pro- university does not offer a time payment mailed prior to registration each semester. Failure to comply with the directive concerning payment excludes the student from registration. may be addressed gram held on-campus is included with the registration for the program and paid directly to the Ori- Director of Accounting, Business Office, 22 Waller entation Office. Participatory fee for orientation: Administration Building, Bloomsburg University, $52 for fall freshmen $10 for January freshmen $25 for fall transfer students Inquiries concerning fees 400 E. Second St., Bloomsburg, PA 17815. to: Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Page 267 Index A Academic Academic Academic Academic Advisement 240 Biology 27 Calendars 262 Bloom News 69 Dismissal 252 Equipment Fee 265 Bloomsburg Players, The Books and Supplies Academic Examination Policy Academic facilities 248 Academic Good Standing Academic Integrity Policy and Procedures Academic Policies Academic Probation Academic Support Services 155, Accommodative Services Accounting 251 Business Education 256 BUTV 244 BUTV/Radio Act 101/EOP Adjunct Faculty for Clinical Chemistry Admissions 8 Business Administration and Economics Business Economics 240 240 69 97 155, 240 35 235 c Campus directory Campus Media Campus, The 69 Ceramic Science and Engineering 47 Change of Grade Change of Undergraduate Schedule Agricultural Engineering 47 Chemical Engineering Allied Health Affiliating Agencies 45 101 252 47 ROTC 99 68 Services Aerospace Engineering Air Force 93 266 158 23 American Chemical Society certification 34 American Sign Language 139 American Speech-Language Hearing Association 116 14 8 251 254 47 Chemistry 32 Chinese Studies 63 Civil Engineering 47 Class Attendance Policy 246 Class Standing 245 Clinical Chemistry 32 Andruss Library 12 College of Arts and Sciences Anthropology 19 College of Professional Studies Applied Sociology 91 Archaeology 19 Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education 144 Communication Studies 36 Army ROTC 161 Associate Degree 246 Community Activities Fee Computer Engineering Computer Information Systems Computer Science Audiology and Speech Pathology 115 Council for Education of the Deaf Auditing of Courses 246 Course Descriptions Art History 24 Art Studio 24 Accounting Anthropology 17 114 265 114 47 103 39 163 228 198 Undergraduate Catalog Page 268 Hour Art 181 Credit, Semester Art History 182 Criminal Justice Art Studio 182 Cultural Diversity Requirement Biology 202 Cytotechnology Business Law 257 41 260 22 234 Chemistry 208 Chinese 173 175 Communication Studies 229 Computer and Information Systems 217 Computer Science Early Childhood and Elementary Education Deaf/ Hard of Hearing, Interpreting for the ..139 Dean's 252 List Degree Programs 8 Departments, Academic Audiology and Speech Pathology 115 219 Economics Accounting 97 187 Educational Studies 219 English 173 Exercise Science and Adult Fitness 164 Finance 232 French 169 General Business 227 Anthropology 18, 19, Art 18, Biological 24 and Allied Health Sciences 18, 22, 27, 74,76 Business Education and Office Information 101, 112 Systems 189 Chemistry German 170 Communication Studies and Theatre Health Sciences 225 Geography 150 18, 32 Arts 18, 36, 93 History 190 Honors Courses 167 Computer and Information Systems 103, 108 Early Childhood and Elementary Education Interdisciplinary Studies 168 121, 123, 125 Italian 172 Economics Japanese 172 Educational Studies and Secondary Education ... .... 18, 45 127 Latin 173 Management 231 English Marine Science 214 Exceptionality Programs Marketing 233 Finance and Business Law Mass Communications 178 Mathematics 210 Geography and Geophysics Geography and Geosciences Medical Technology 227 Department of Health, Physical Education, and Music 184 Nursing 225 Health, Physical Education and Athletics 18, 99, 105, 151 18 18,43, 54, 57 18 Athl Office Information Systems 232 History Philosophy 180 Instructional Technology Physics 212 Languages and Cultures 18 18, 194 Management 225 Marketing Psychology 200 Mass Communications Russian 172 Mathematics and Computer Science and Secondary Education 220 Sociology 196 Science Spanish 171 Special Education 221 Speech Pathology and Audiology Studies in Hearing Loss 222 Theatre Arts 177 223 247 Course Requirements 258 247 110 18, 68 18 Statistics Statistics 18, 39, 71 Music 18 Nursing 141 Philosophy Political Credit by Examination 63 106 Mathematics, Computer Science and Physics Course Repeat Policy 52 18, 61 Professional Studies Political 50 139 Science Psychology 18, 81, 149 18, 59, 83, 149 18, 85 18, 87 Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Sociology, Social Welfare Page 269 and Criminal Justice . 18, 41, 89, 91 Developmental Instruction I Industrial Engineering 47 155 Interdisciplinary Studies Diagnostic Testing Program Policy Distribution Requirements 256 257, 259 Dual Certification 149 International Education Interpreting for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing 241 ... 63 Italian E J Early Childhood Education 121 Japanese Earth Science 43 Economics 45 Electrical Elementary Education Engineering and Liberal Arts Engineering Management 63 L 47 Engineering Elementary and Early Childhood Education ... 125 123 47 47 Engineering Science 47 English 50 Environmental Engineering 47 Environmental Planning 54 Languages and Cultures 254 Latin 63 Latin American Studies 20 Law Option, 85 Political Science Library Examination Policy Majors, Minors, Certification, Career 248 52 F Finance Marine Biology Forensic Society 36 French 63 General Education Requirements 257 Geography Geology 54 German 63 Policies 57 249 Graduate Courses in the Senior Year 246 Graduation Requirements 245 Group A - Humanities and the Arts 260 Group B - Social and Behavioral Sciences 260 Group C - Natural Sciences and Mathematics 260 H 253 106 108 30 Marine Science Center 27, Marine Science Consortium 27, Marketing G 127 Concentratio Management Management Information Systems 105 12 Link-to-Learn Technology Project M Exercise Science 63 Late Registration Evaluation of Undergraduate Transfer Credits 254 Grading 139 125 43 43 110 Mass Communications 68 Materials Engineering 47 Mathematics Meal Plans 71 265 Mechanical Engineering 47 Medical Imaging 74 Medical Technology 76 Metals Science and Engineering 47 Microbiology 30 Mining Engineering 47 Minors Accounting 98 Anthropology 21 Art History 26 Harvey A. Andruss Library 12 Art Studio 26 Health Physics 59 Biology 31 Chemistry 35 37 Health Service Fee History of the University 265 11 Honors Honors Program 245 Communication Studies Computer Science 153 Environmental Planning 56 Housing Fees 264 Geology 57 Humanities 149 History Legal Studies 40 62 151 Page 270 Undergraduate Catalog Management 107 Marketing Ill R Recreation Fee Mathematics 72 Registry of Interpreters of the Philosophy 82 Physics 83 Psychology 88 Sign Language 265 Deaf Residence Requirements Respiratory Therapy 22 Russian 63 140 72 Statistics s 266 Miscellaneous Fees Music 18, 78 N Satisfactory Progress 251 Scheduling Classes and Registration 253 School of Education 114 School of Health Sciences 114 National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Science, Earth Education 114 National League for Nursing 114 National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission 127 Secondary Education Specialization Areas 128 Biology 128 Chemistry 128 Communication/Speech Communication/Theater Communications/Media 129 131 243 Comprehensive Social Studies Earth and Space Science 246 English 130 130 130 144 114 Natural Sciences and Mathematics 149 Non-Degree Application Process Non-Degree To Degree Process Normal Load and Overload 243 Nuclear Engineering 43 Secondary Education National Speech, Hearing, and Language Association 139 245 47 Nursing 141 French General Science Nursing Policies 144 Mathematics o 129 128 129 130 Physics 131 Spanish 131 22 Semester Hour 245 Office Information Systems 112 Social Sciences 150 Office of Adult Advisement 242 Social Welfare 89 Orientation Fees 266 Sociology 91 Occupational Therapy Spanish P Special Education Pass-Fail Policy Payment of Fees Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering 251 266 114, 144 Pharmacy 22 81 Therapy 22 83 Physics Speech Pathology Political Economics 45 Political Science 85 68 115 Student Course Requirements and Progress Information 47 Philosophy Physical Spectrum 63 135 246 Student Outcomes Assessment 256 Student Support Services 241 Student Union Fee 265 Student Union Operations Fee 265 T Pre-law advisement 18 The Voice 68 Pre-Professional Study 28 Theatre Arts 93 Psychology 87 Tuition and Fees Q Quality Points 251 263 Bloomsburg University of Page 271 Pennsylvania u University Tutorial Services 155 Upward Bound Urban Learning Academy 242 Urban/Regional Planning 54 127 w Wallops Island WBUQ. -FM 27, 43 68 Withdrawal from a Course 255 Withdrawal from the University 255 Women's 151 Studies Page 272 Undergraduate Catalog Montgomery Place Apts Bloomsbun UNIVERSITY A Member of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education Ccllaga Hill Bloomsbun UNIVERSITY A Member of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education 400 East Second Bloomsburg, St. PA 17815-1301 (570) 389-4000 www. bloomu. edu