Curriculum Revisions

Undergraduate Curriculum Revisions

Effective Fall 2008

 

Dick and Mary Lewis Kleberg College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Human Sciences

 

Proposal no. AGNRHS-07-U-1
Changed College communication skills requirement.

The College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Human Sciences requires that students demonstrate proficiency in communication skills by their junior year.  Except for Human Sciences students, a grade of C or better in ENGL 2314, or in BCOM 2304 for Agribusiness students, demonstrates proficiency.  For Human Science students a grade of B or better in ENGL 2314 is required.  Students must repeat the specific course until they earn the required grade.  All deficiencies should be removed well in advance of the semester the student plans to graduate.

Department of Animal and Wildlife Science

Proposal no. ANSC-07-U-1
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Animal Science degree plan by:           

Proposal no. ANSC-07-U-2
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Animal Science with the Pre-Vet option degree plan and make explicit the new course requirements for the Texas A&M University School of Veterinary Medicine by:

Proposal no. ANSC-07-U-3
Specified requirements for a minor in Animal Science:

COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, NATURAL RESOURCES
AND HUMAN SCIENCES

The agricultural programs at Texas A&M-Kingsville strive to serve the unique and diverse agriculture needs of South Texas with widely applicable programs in teaching, research and public service.  Its program in the agricultural sciences is augmented by courses in natural sciences, the arts and other supporting fields.  A major in one of the five disciplines—Agribusiness, Agricultural Science, Animal Science, Plant and Soil Science and Range and Wildlife Management—leads to a degree, as indicated later.  A minor in Animal Science requires 22 semester hours, consisting of ANSC 1419, ANSC 2307, ANSC 2310, ANSC 3313, ANSC 3335, one of the following Animal Management courses (ANSC 3302, ANSC 3304, ANSC 3308, or ANSC 4305), and one of the following Applied Management courses (ANSC 3305, ANSC 3309, or ANSC 3336) or either ANSC 3333 or ANSC 4301.

Proposal no. RWSC-07-U-1
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Range and Wildlife Management with Wildlife Management emphasis degree plan {as modified by RWSC-05-U-1} by:

Proposal no. RWSC-08-U-1
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Range and Wildlife Management with Range Emphasis degree plan by:

Proposal no. ARS-07-U-4
Added degree option Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, Wildlife Recreational Entrepreneurship (WREN).
[p. 84, first paragraph]
The Department offers B.S. degrees in three majors: Agribusiness (AGBU), Agriculture Science (AGSC) and Plant and Soil Science (PLSS).  Plant and Soil Science majors specialize in one of three options: Agronomy, Horticulture, or Environmental Soil Science.  Likewise Agriculture Science majors specialize in one of three options: Agricultural Science and Technology with teacher certification, Agriculture Science-General Agriculture, or Wildlife Recreational Entrepreneurship (WREN).  The WREN degree option is not to be confused with the Range and Wildlife Management degree.

 Proposal no. AGNRHS-07-U-3
ANSC 3995.  Internship, V:1-9.  Changed course description.  Supervised and planned work experience under college guidelines in an agriculture enterprise or agency setting. Practical application of knowledge and skills of major subject area without classroom consultation, but with formal evaluation. May be repeated for a maximum of nine semester hours toward degree; may not count toward minor. Prerequisite: written consent of adviser and dean.

 Proposal no. AGNRHS-07-U-4
ANSC 4303.  Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals, 3(3-0).  Changed course prerequisites.  Introduction to the study of functional anatomy and fundamental physiological processes of domestic animals.  Prerequisites: ANSC 1419 and CHEM 2421 or CHEM 3323.

Proposal no. AGNRHS-07-U-4
ANSC 4395.  Problems in Animal Science, V: 1-3.  Changed course description.  Literature review, laboratory field problem.  May be repeated for a total of 6 semester hours, only 3 hours may count toward a minor.  Prerequisite: approval of supervising professor.

Proposal no. AGNRHS-07-U-3
RWSC 3995.  Internship, V:1-9.  Changed course description.  Supervised and planned work experience under college guidelines in an agriculture enterprise or agency setting. Practical application of knowledge and skills of major subject area without classroom consultation, but with formal evaluation. May be repeated for a maximum of nine semester hours toward degree; may not count toward minor. Prerequisite: written consent of adviser and dean.

Proposal no. AGNRHS-07-U-4
RWSC 4395.  Problems in Range and Wildlife Management, V: 1-3.  Changed course description.  Literature review, laboratory field problem.  May be repeated for a total of 6 semester hours, only 3 hours may count toward a minor.  Prerequisite: approval of supervising professor.

Department of Agronomy and Resource Sciences

Proposal no. AGSC-07-U-1
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Agriculture Science-Production Agriculture degree plan by:

 Proposal no. AGSC-07-U-2
Deleted the Bachelor of Science degree plan for Agriculture, Agriculture Science-Ornamental Horticulture degree plan.
[Departmental information, p. 84]
Agriculture Science majors specialize in one of two options: Agricultural Science and Technology with teacher certification, or Agriculture Science-General Agriculture.           

Proposal no. PLSS-06-U-1
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Plant & Soil Science, Option: Agronomy degree plan by:

 Proposal no. PLSS-06-U-2
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Plant & Soil Sciences, Option: Environmental Soil Science degree plan by:

 Proposal no. PLSS-06-U-3
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Plant & Soil Science, Option: Horticulture degree plan by:

Proposal no. AGBU-06-U-1
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Agribusiness degree plan by:

Proposal no. AGBU-07-U-1
AGBU 3350. Marketing of Farm Products, 3(3-0).   Changed course prerequisite.  Estimating prospective demands for farm products in relation to supplies, improving the accuracy of the system that reflects consumers' demands to producers and reducing costs and increasing efficiency of marketing.  Prerequisite: junior standing.

Proposal no. AGBU-07-U-2
AGBU 3380. Environmental Economics, 3(3-0).  Changed course prerequisite.  The human-environment relationship studied relative to economic issues of property rights, externalities and resource scarcity as they relate to markets, economies and sustainable development. Prerequisite: junior standing.

Proposal no. AGNRHS-07-U-3
AGBU 3995.  Internship, V:1-9.  Changed course description.  Supervised and planned work experience under college guidelines in an agriculture enterprise or agency setting. Practical application of knowledge and skills of major subject area without classroom consultation, but with formal evaluation. May be repeated for a maximum of nine semester hours toward degree; may not count toward minor. Prerequisite: written consent of adviser and dean.

Proposal no. AGNRHS-07-U-4
AGBU 4395.  Problems in Agribusiness, V: 1-3.  Changed course description.  Literature review, laboratory field problem.  May be repeated for a total of 6 semester hours, only 3 hours may count toward a minor.  Prerequisite: approval of supervising professor.

Proposal no. AGNRHS-07-U-3
AGRI 3995.  Internship, V:1-9.  Changed course description.  Supervised and planned work experience under college guidelines in an agriculture enterprise or agency setting. Practical application of knowledge and skills of major subject area without classroom consultation, but with formal evaluation. May be repeated for a maximum of nine semester hours toward degree; may not count toward minor. Prerequisite: written consent of adviser and dean.

Proposal no. AGNRHS-07-U-3
AGSC 3995.  Internship, V:1-9.  Changed course description.  Supervised and planned work experience under college guidelines in an agriculture enterprise or agency setting. Practical application of knowledge and skills of major subject area without classroom consultation, but with formal evaluation. May be repeated for a maximum of nine semester hours toward degree; may not count toward minor. Prerequisite: written consent of adviser and dean.

Proposal no. AGSC-05-U-1
AGSC 4361.  Methods, Materials, Techniques and Classroom Management, 3(2-2).  Deleted course prerequisite.  Methods, materials and techniques in teaching agricultural science; essential elements; daily and annual teaching plans; curriculum organization, planning and evaluation; instructional methods and strategies, adult and young farmer education; students with special needs; and basic principles and procedures of classroom management.

Proposal no. AGNRHS-07-U-4
AGSC 4395.  Problems in Agriculture Science, V: 1-3.  Changed course description.  Literature review, laboratory field problem.  May be repeated for a total of 6 semester hours, only 3 hours may count toward a minor.  Prerequisite: approval of supervising professor.

Proposal no. PLSS-07-U-1
PLSS 3319.            Landscape Design, 3(2-2).  Changed course prerequisite.  Fundamentals of landscape design including historical survey of garden designs, site analysis, development and evaluation of exterior and interior environments of residential, school, commercial and public park areas.  Open to all university students.  Prerequisite: BIOL 1306 and 1106, or PLSS 1407.  Laboratory fee, $5.

Proposal no. PLSS-07-U-2
PLSS 3331.  Ornamental Plant Materials, 3(3-0).  Changed course prerequisite.  Characteristics, description, identification and landscape uses of ornamental trees, shrubs, vines, flowers, ground-covers and grasses adapted to tropic and subtropical zones of the world.  Prerequisite: PLSS 1407.

Proposal no. PLSS-07-U-3
PLSS 3332.  Plant Propagation, 3(2-2).  Changed course prerequisite.  A study of
Principles and practices of asexual and sexual propagation of horticultural crops.
Prerequisite:  PLSS 1407.  Laboratory fee, $5.

Proposal no. PLSS-07-U-4
PLSS 3344.  Fruit and Vegetable Production, 3(2-2).  Changed course prerequisite.  A study of principles and practices used in commercial production, harvesting, storage and processing of fruit and vegetable crops.  Prerequisite: PLSS 1407.  Laboratory fee, $5.

Proposal no. AGNRHS-07-U-3
PLSS 3995.  Internship, V:1-9.  Changed course description.  Supervised and planned work experience under college guidelines in an agriculture enterprise or agency setting. Practical application of knowledge and skills of major subject area without classroom consultation, but with formal evaluation. May be repeated for a maximum of nine semester hours toward degree; may not count toward minor. Prerequisite: written consent of adviser and dean.

Proposal no. PLSS-07-U-5
PLSS 4313.  Landscape Maintenance and Construction, 3(2-2).  Changed course
prerequisite.  Grading, drainage and construction of landscaped areas to include cost and bid estimation, soil preparation, transplanting operations, arboriculture, turf management, pest and disease control and general maintenance of landscaped areas.  Prerequisite: BIOL 1306 and 1106, or PLSS 1407.  Laboratory fee, $5.

Proposal no. PLSS-07-U-6
PLSS 4325.  Plant Breeding and Genetics, 3(3-0).  Changed course prerequisite.  Methods of plant breeding applied to agronomic and horticultural crops to ultimate development of superior varieties.  Practical application of Mendelian genetics in the breeding and improvement of crop plants. Prerequisites: PLSS 1407 and 3381.

 Proposal no. PLSS-07-U-7
PLSS 4331.  Greenhouse Crop Production, 3(2-2).  Changed course prerequisite. 
Commercial production and management of floricultural crops in greenhouses, modern nurseries and other forcing structures.  Prerequisite:  PLSS 1407.  Laboratory fee, $5.

Proposal no. AGNRHS-07-U-4
PLSS 4395.  Problems in Plant and Soil Science, V: 1-3.  Changed course description.  Literature review, laboratory field problem.  May be repeated for a total of 6 semester hours, only 3 hours may count toward a minor.  Prerequisite: approval of supervising professor.

Department of Human Sciences

Proposal no. HSCI-07-U-2
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Human Sciences in Food and Nutrition Science degree plan by:

                                    a.  Moving HIST 1301 from junior 1st to sophomore 1st.
                                    b.  Moving HIST 1302 from junior 2nd to sophomore 2nd.
                                    c.  Moving BIOL 2401 from sophomore 2nd to junior 1st.
                                    d.  Moving BIOL 2402 from junior 1st to junior 2nd.
                                    e.  Moving BIOL 2421 from junior 2nd to senior 1st.

Proposal no. HSCI-07-U-03
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Human Sciences in Human Development and Family Studies degree plan by:

Proposal no. HSCI-07-U-4
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Human Sciences in Family and Consumer Sciences Education leading to Vocational Teacher Certification degree plan by:

Proposal no. HSCI-07-U-5
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Human Sciences Fashion and Interiors Merchandising degree plan by:

 

College of Arts and Sciences

 

Department of Art

Proposal no. ARTS-07-U-1
Modified the Bachelor of Arts in Art degree plan by:

Proposal no. ARTS-06-U-09
ARTS 1317. Drawing II, 3(2-4).  Removed course prerequisite.  Studio problems of modeling forms in space, perspective and composition, and combining these into visual expression.  Studio fee, $10.

Proposal no. ARTS-06-U-07
ARTS 2313.  Graphic Design, 3(2-4).  Changed course description, prerequisite, and correct a typographical error.  Studio emphasis on theory and practices of advertising (commercial) art, planning layout, developing messages, selecting media, and executing advertising art. Studio fee, $10.

Proposal no. ARTS-06-U-08
ARTS 2316.  Painting, 3(2-4).  Removed course prerequisite.  Studio emphasis in the theory of color and the use of paint to suggest form and space, convey ideas and emotions, and explore the dynamics of visual expression. Studio fee, $10.

Proposal no. ARTS-06-U-10
ARTS 2326.  Sculpture, 3(2-4).  Removed course prerequisite.  An art studio course which explores three-dimensional concepts of form in a variety of sculptural media.  Studio fee, $10.

Proposal no. ARTS-06-U-11
ARTS 2333.  Printmaking, 3(2-4).  Changed course prerequisite and corrected
Punctuation in the description.  An art studio course which explores various
printmaking techniques, including planographic, intaglio, stencil, and relief, with
emphasis on their expressive power. Studio fee, $10.

Proposal no. ARTS-06-U-12
ARTS 2346.  Ceramics, 3(2-4).  Removed course prerequisite.  An art studio course in the use of clay for hand building and wheel throwing.  Design and decoration are studied from historical and aesthetic perspectives.  Studio fee, $10.

Proposal no. ARTS-06-U-01
ARTS 4300.  Advanced Drawing, 3(2-4).  Changed course prerequisite.  Studio drawing with emphasis on greater mastery of technical skills toward development of a personal vision.  May be repeated as needed.  Prerequisites: ARTS 1316 and ARTS 1317. Studio fee $20.

Proposal no. ARTS-06-U-03
ARTS 4303. History of Mexican American Art, 3(3-0).  New course.  The history of modern Mexican American art, from its roots to contemporary times.  Prerequisite: completion of core requirements.

Proposal no. ARTS-06-U-02
ARTS 4311.  Advanced Painting, 3(2-4).  Changed course prerequisite and corrected spelling error in description.  Studio painting with emphasis on greater mastery of technical skills toward development of a personal vision.  May be repeated as needed.  Prerequisite: ARTS 2316.  Studio fee, $20.

Proposal no. ARTS-06-U-03
ARTS 4322.  Advanced Sculpture, 3(2-4).  Changed course prerequisite and corrected spelling error in description.  Studio sculpture with emphasis on greater mastery of technical skills toward development of a personal vision.  May be repeated as needed.  Prerequisite: ARTS 2326. Studio fee, $20.

Proposal no. ARTS-06-U-04
ARTS 4333.  Advanced Printmaking, 3(2-4).  Changed course prerequisite and corrected spelling error in description.  Studio printmaking with emphasis on greater mastery of technical skills toward development of a personal vision.  May be repeated as needed. Prerequisite: ARTS 2333. Studio fee, $20.

Proposal no. ARTS-06-U-05
ARTS 4344.  Advanced Ceramics, 3(2-4).  Changed course prerequisite and corrected spelling error in description.  Studio ceramics with emphasis on greater mastery of technical skills toward development of a personal vision.  May be repeated as needed.  Prerequisite: ARTS 2346.  Studio fee, $20.

Proposal no. ARTS-06-U-06
ARTS 4355.  Advanced Graphic Design, 3(2-4).  Changed course prerequisite.  Studio emphasis on greater mastery of technical skills chosen from the many directions associated with graphic design, such as typography, layout, visualization, conceptual problem solving, the ad campaign, illustration or computer aided design.  Students prepare portfolios for entry into undergraduate, graduate, or work-related programs. May be repeated as needed.  Prerequisite: ARTS 2313.  Studio fee, $20.

Proposal no. ARTS-05-U-01
ARTS 4357. Web and Interface Design, 3(2-4).  New course.  Studio emphasis in the construction of web and interface design, which communicates the function of hypermedia.  May be repeated as needed.  Prerequisite: ARTS 2313.  Studio fee, $50.

Department of Biological and Health Sciences

Proposal no. BIOL-07-U-03
Amended CURRICULUM to reflect current course offerings:

CURRICULUM
The developmental studies program provides pre-college instruction in reading, writing and mathematics.  This program is designed to prepare students for successful entry into their regular academic classes.  The courses are graded and the grade is calculated in the grade point average.  However, these courses do not count as part of a degree program.  Fulfillment of all three parts of a Texas Success Initiative assessment are required (score of 270 for math) or completion of WRIT 0300, READ 0300 and ALGE 0301 with a grade of C or better is prerequisite for BIOL 1106, BIOL 1306 and BIOL 2401; fulfillment of the TSI requirement for college-level math (score of 270) or completion of ALGE 0301 with a grade of C or better is prerequisite for CHEM1405-CHEM 1407, CHEM 1481 and CHEM 1483; fulfillment of the TSI reading and writing requirement or completion of WRIT 0300 and/or READ 0300 with a grade of C or better is prerequisite for ENGL 1301; HIST 1301, HIST 1302, HIST 2321 and HIST 2322; and POLS 2301, POLS 2302, POLS 2304, PSYC 2301 and SOCI 1301.

Proposal no. BIOL-07-U-4
Modified the Bachelor of Arts in Biology degree plan by:

Proposal no. BIOL-07-U-5
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Biology degree plan by:

Proposal no. BIOL-07-U-6
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Biology with Teaching Certification degree plan by:

Proposal no. BIOL-07-U-01
BIOL 1306. General Biology I, 3(4-0).  Removed course prerequisite.  Survey of contemporary biology that covers the chemical basis of life, structure, function and physiology of the cell, molecular biology and microevolution.  Three lecturer hours and one discussion hour a week for one semester.  Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 1106 recommended.

Proposal no. BIOL-07-C-1
BIOL 1372. Biological Connections, 3(3-0).  New course.  Role of biological sciences in issues of world concern.  Some experience in biology assumed (either one year of H.S. biology or credit or registration in BIOL 1306).  Prerequisite: ENGL 1301.

Proposal no. BIOL-07-U-07
BIOL 2375.  Life Sciences, 3(3-2).  Removed prerequisites and amended description.  A survey of the basic concepts of biology.  Emphasizes cell structure, energy transformation, plant and animal structures and functions, diversity, and classification.  Laboratory fee, $5.

Proposal no. BIOL-07-U-02
BIOL 2401. Human Anatomy and Physiology I (BIOL 2401), 4(3-3).  Removed course prerequisite.  Gross and microscopic anatomy and physiology of the cells and tissues, integument, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems.  Six hours of chemistry recommended.  Laboratory fee, $6.

Department of Chemistry

Proposal no. CHEM-07-U-01
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Chemistry degree plan by:

Proposal no. CHEM-07-U-2
Modified the Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry to be a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry with Teaching Certification degree plan by:

Department of Communications and Theatre Arts

Proposal no. THEA-08-U-1
Modified the Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts with Teaching Certification degree plan by:

Proposal no. CSDO-07-U-2
Changed CSDO catalog description.
[p. 132]
A Master’s Degree in communication disorders is required in order to be a licensed speech-language pathologist in the State of Texas.  An overall grade point average of 2.75, a grade point average of 3.0 in all CSDO courses, adequate written and oral communication skills (see CSDO 4223) and a passing grade on the CSDO exit exam prior to graduation are required so as to prepare the student for acceptance into a master’s program.  Students with less than a 3.0 GPA must petition the CSDO faculty before enrollment in any subsequent class will be permitted.

Proposal no. THEA-08-U-1
Modified the Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts with Teaching Certification degree plan by:

Proposal no. THEA-07-U-03
Modified the Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts degree plan by:

Proposal no. COMS-07-C-01
COMS 2374. Professional Communication, 3(3-0).  New course.  Communication skills for the professional.  Writing of reports, letters, proposals, etc.  Oral presentations in the form of group problem-solving, design reviews, requests, for funding, and/or public testimony/hearing.  Use of presentation media to support oral communication.  (Credit may not be obtained in both COMS 2374 and ENGL 2374).  Prerequisite: ENGL 1302.

Proposal no. CSDO-07-U-1
CSDO 3313. Introduction to Audiology, 3(3-1.5).  Added to course prerequisites.  Basic audiological concepts and their applicability to instrumentation and educational procedures utilized in the habilitation and/or rehabilitation of the pre-school and school aged child. Prerequisite: CSDO 3321; GPA 2.75 overall, 3.0 GPA in CSDO courses.

Proposal no. CSDO-07-U-1
CSDO 3321. Anatomy of the Auditory and Vocal Mechanisms, 3(3-0).  Added to course prerequisites.  Designed to acquaint the student with the physiology and functions of the vocal and auditory mechanisms. Prerequisite: CSDO 3305; GPA 2.75 overall, 3.0 GPA in CSDO courses.

Proposal no. CSDO-07-U-1
CSDO 3325. Clinical Methodologies, 3(3-1.5).  Added to course prerequisites.  Designed to acquaint the student with clinical methods in speech-language pathology before beginning clinical practice. Topics include target behaviors, treatment methods and controlling and maintaining target behaviors. Prerequisites: CSDO 2325 and CSDO 3305; GPA 2.75 overall, 3.0 GPA in CSDO courses.

Proposal no. CSDO-07-U-1
CSDO 4321. Articulatory and Phonological Disorders, 3(3-0).  Added to course prerequisites.  In-depth study of the development of speech sounds, etiologies of articulation and phonological disorders, assessment, procedures and therapeutic approaches for working with individuals with articulation disorders. Demonstration and simulated practice will be provided in class. Prerequisites: CSDO 2325 and CSDO 3305; GPA 2.75 overall, 3.0 GPA in CSDO courses.

Proposal no. CSDO-07-U-1
CSDO 4327. Diagnostics in Speech/Language Pathology, 3(3-0).  Added to course prerequisites.  Course will provide the student with information to demonstrate an understanding of the diagnostic process in the area of Communication Disorders. Knowledge of test protocols and assessment methods in language, articulation, voice and stuttering disorders. Prerequisites: CSDO 3305, CSDO 4321 and CSDO 4333; GPA 2.75 overall, 3.0 GPA in CSDO courses.

Proposal no. CSDO-07-U-1
CSDO 4329. Voice and Fluency Disorders, 3(3-0).  Added to course prerequisites.  Lecture will consist of specific knowledge regarding the symptoms and etiologies of voice and fluency disorders. A basic knowledge of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures will also be obtained. Prerequisites: CSDO 3305 and CSDO 3321; GPA 2.75 overall, 3.0 GPA in CSDO courses.

Proposal no. CSDO-07-U-1
CSDO 4331. Speech and Hearing Science, 3(3-0).  Added to course prerequisites.  Physical properties of sound, sound measurement, basic auditory function, acoustic and physiological phonetics and the perception of speech. Prerequisite: CSDO 3321; GPA 2.75 overall, 3.0 GPA in CSDO courses.

Proposal no. CSDO-07-U-1
CSDO 4333. Normal Language Acquisition, 3(3-0).  Added to course prerequisites.
Symbolic system used by humans to communicate; role of learning in perception, comprehension and expression of linguistic codes; sequential development of normal language skills. Prerequisite: CSDO 3305 or permission of instructor; GPA 2.75 overall, 3.0 GPA in CSDO courses.

Proposal no. CSDO-07-U-1
CSDO 4335. Communication Disorders in Children, 3(3-0).  Added to course prerequisites.  Interventions (principles and methods) for developmentally delayed or disordered language; specific procedures for planning and implementation of therapy. Prerequisites: GPA 2.75 overall, 3.0 GPA in CSDO courses.

Proposal no. CSDO-07-U-1
CSDO 4336. Communication Disorders in Adults, 3(3-0).  Added to course prerequisites.  The study of adult disordered communicative processes. Consideration is given to signs and symptoms, etiology, clinical course and vocational-social impact of these disorders. Principles of assessment and intervention are highlighted. Prerequisites: CSDO 2325, CSDO 3305 and CSDO 3321; GPA 2.75 overall, 3.0 GPA in CSDO courses.

Proposal no. THEA-07-U-07
THEA 1121.  Theatre Practice II. (DRAM 1121), 1(0-2).  Deleted course.

Proposal no. THEA-07-U-01
THEA 1330. Stagecraft. (DRAM 1330), 3(2-3).  Deleted course.

Proposal no. THEA-07-U-04
THEA 2330.  Stagecraft. (DRAM 1330), 3(2-3).  New course.  Introduction to stagecraft as it pertains to academic theatre.  Scene shop and set construction skills. Basic concepts of drafting and design. Participation in stage work required. Prerequisite: THEA 1120.

Proposal no. THEA-07-U-02
THEA 2352. Acting II. (DRAM 1352), 3 (2-2).  Deleted course.

Proposal no. THEA-07-U-06
THEA 3330.  Technical Theatre.  (DRAM 2331), 3(2-3).  New course.  Introduction to technical theatre as it pertains to academic theatre.  Light hanging and focusing skills; use of light and sound boards; basic concepts of lighting and soundtrack design.  Participation in stage work for department required.  Prerequisite: THEA 2330.

Proposal no. THEA-07-U-05
THEA 3352.  Acting II: Advanced Acting, 3(2-2).  New course.  For students with a background in acting.  Scenes from classical theatre, avant-garde theatre and other period and non-traditional genres.  Prerequisite: THEA 1322.

Department of History

Proposal no. HIST-07-C-01
Added HIST 2321 [Development of World Civilization] to the list for General Education component Global Learning.

                        VI.            [Global Learning Component]
                       
                        HIST 2321 [to appear as a choice of several]

 

Proposal no. HIST-07-C-02
Added HIST 2322 [Development of World Civilization] to the list for General Education component Global Learning.

                        VI.            [Global Learning Component]
                       
                        HIST 2322 [to appear as a choice of several]

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-01
Modified the Bachelor of Arts in History degree plan by:

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-02
Modified the Bachelor of Arts in History with Teacher Certification degree plan by:

 Proposal no. HIST-07-U-03
Modified the Bachelor of Arts in History with Teaching Certification (Composite Social Studies Emphasis) degree plan by:

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-05
Changed requirements for a minor in History and modified requirements for a major.
[p. 140]
A minor in History requires completion of 21 semester hours in History, consisting of four required courses and three elective courses.

Students majoring or minoring in History must complete the introductory courses, HIST 1301-1302, and HIST 2321-2322.  Students majoring in History are advised to complete HIST 3301 prior to or concurrently with their first upper-level elective course.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-06
HIST 4301.  Methods of Historical Research, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3301.  Procedures and methods of historical research. Introduction to types of historical data, the analysis of sources, the use of computer techniques in historical research and the methods of historical writing. Prerequisite: 6 semester hours of history.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-07
HIST 4312.  Europe in the Middle Ages, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3312.  Political, economic and cultural developments in Europe from the fall of the Roman Empire to the Renaissance. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-07
HIST 4314.  Great Britain Since 1603, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3314.  Britain from the union of England and Scotland through the English Civil War, the Glorious Revolution, the rise and decline of the British Empire, to the present. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-07
HIST 4316.  Europe, 1815-1914, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3316.
Political, social and economic developments in Europe from the Congress of Vienna to the outbreak of World War I with emphasis on the rise of liberalism, nationalism and imperialism. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-07
HIST 4318.  Europe Since 1914, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3318.
Political, social and economic developments in Europe from World War I to the present. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-07
HIST 4320.  Russia, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3320.  Russia from the earliest times to the present with emphasis on the Soviet period. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-07
HIST 4332.  American Controversy and Conflict, 1816 to 1850, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3332.  Major questions of the period; sectionalism, national rights versus states’ rights, the slavery issue, expansion in the continental United States. Prerequisites: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-07
HIST 4334.  The Civil War and Reconstruction, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3334.  Secession, formation of the Confederacy, military campaigns and Reconstruction. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-08
HIST 4336.  America's Rise to World Power, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3336.  Progressivism, World War I, the 1920s, the Great Depression, and World War II. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-08
HIST 4338.  The United States Since 1945, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3338.  Post-war abundance, the Cold War, social and cultural changes, the Vietnam era, and the post-Nixon years. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-07
HIST 4340.  United States Social and Cultural History, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3340.  The development of American society and culture with emphasis on religious trends, ethnic groups and the family. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-07
HIST 4342.  United States Foreign Policy, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3342.  American foreign relations from the Revolution to the present with emphasis on the 20th century. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-07
HIST 4344.  American Frontier, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3344.  The influence of successive frontiers upon American political, economic and social development from the earliest settlements to 1890. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-09
HIST 4346.   Texas History, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3346.  Spanish background, Anglo-American settlement, the Revolution and Republic, and statehood; economic, cultural, and political development. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-10
HIST 4348.  History of the Mexican-American in the Southwest, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3348.  A survey from the first Spanish settlers to the present. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-10
HIST 4350.  Latin America, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3350.  Historical background of contemporary Latin America. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-10
HIST 4356.  Mexico, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3356.  Political, economic, and social history of Mexico from pre-Columbian times to the present. Emphasis on the last century. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-07
HIST 4358.  Asian History, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3370.  An introduction to political, social, cultural and economic Asian history from antiquity to the present.  Emphasis on the study not only of important Asian leaders, cultures and societies, but also of the various religions and philosophies which originated in Asia.  Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-11
HIST 4360.  Women in History, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3360.
Investigation of the social, economic, and political position of women from the Renaissance to contemporary America, and a comparison of the ideal expounded by different historical epochs with woman's actual role in each society. (Credit may not be obtained in both HIST 4360 or WMST 4360.) Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-07
HIST 4362.  Economic History, 3(3-0).  Changed course number for HIST 3362.
Historical development of concepts and practices regarding money, banking, industry and commerce, agribusiness and labor. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-4
HIST 4370. Crucial Topics in European History, 3(3-0).  Changed course prerequisite. 
Intensive seminar on a specialized topic in European history, culminating in the production of a significant research paper.  May be repeated for credit as the topic changes. Prerequisites: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-4
HIST 4380. Crucial Topics in United States History, 3(3-0).  Changed course prerequisite.  Intensive seminar on a specialized topic in United States history, culminating in the production of a significant research paper. May be repeated for credit as topic changes. Prerequisites: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-4
HIST 4392. Crucial Topics in Latin American History, 3(3-0).  Changed course prerequisite.  Intensive seminar on a specialized topic in Latin American history, culminating in the production of a significant research paper. May be repeated for credit as the topic changes. Prerequisites: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Proposal no. HIST-07-U-4
HIST 4396. Crucial Topics in Non-Western History, 3(3-0).  Changed course prerequisite.  Intensive seminar on specialized topics in Non-Western history, culminating in the production of a significant research paper.  May be repeated for credit as the topic changes. Prerequisites: 12 semester hours of History and/or Political Science.

Department of Language and Literature

Proposal no. ENGL-07-U-1
Modified the Bachelor of Arts in English degree plan by:

 Proposal no. ENGL-07-U-5
Modified the Bachelor of Arts in English with Teaching Certification degree plan by:

Proposal no. SPAN-07-U-1
Created new minor, Spanish Journalism.
[p. 115]
Spanish Journalism: The following courses are required: COMM 1307, COMM 2309, COMM 2311, COMJ 2129 (COMJ 2129 must be taken twice, and must be done either with a Spanish newspaper or with The South Texan), SPAN 3311, SPAN 4319, SPAN 4320.  Spanish language proficiency must be demonstrated for admission to the program.  Students must register to take qualifying exams at the Department of Language and Literature.  Students not passing the qualifying examinations must complete basic Spanish courses.

Proposal no. SPAN-07-U-02
Modified the Bachelor of Arts in Spanish degree plan by:

Proposal no. SPAN-07-U-05
Modified the Bachelor of Arts in Spanish with Teaching Certification degree plan by:

Proposal no. ENGL-07-C-2
ENGL 2331. Global Issues in Literature, 3(3-0).  New course.  Study of literature by world authors to reveal commonalities and diversity among cultures and global perspectives on ethics.  Assignments focus on multiple cultures and allow further practice in writing and information literacy.  Prerequisite: ENGL 1302.

Proposal no. ENGL-07-C-01
ENGL 2374. Professional Communication,            3(3-0).  New course. Communication skills
for the professional.  Writing of reports, letters, proposals, etc.  Oral presentations in the
form of group problem-solving, design reviews, requests, for funding, and/or public
testimony/hearing.  Use of presentation media to support oral communication.  (Credit
may not be obtained in both ENGL 2374 and COMS 2374.)  Prerequisite: ENGL 1302.

Proposal no. SPAN-07-U-4
SPAN 1301. Elementary Spanish I, 3(3-1).  Deleted course.

Proposal no. SPAN-07-U-4
SPAN 1302. Elementary Spanish II, 3(3-1).  Deleted course.

Proposal no. SPAN-07-U-3
            [On page 145, under Special Notations for French and Spanish:]
4.  Students whose only contact with Spanish will be the classroom are advised to follow the sequence SPAN 1313, 1314, 2311, 2312.  Students with good performance in SPAN 1313 may follow it with SPAN 1373, 2301, 2302.  Students who place out of first semester Spanish by examination may also be approved to start with SPAN 1373.
            [On page 148]
SPAN 1373. Spanish for Heritage Speakers, 3(3-1).  New course.  Introductory course designed for students whose greatest exposure to Spanish has been in the home or community rather than the classroom.  Building on the linguistic knowledge that heritage speakers already bring to the classroom, the course stresses reading and writing skills.  Language laboratory required.  Prerequisite: Departmental approval.

Department of Mathematics

Proposal no. MATH-06-U-2
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics degree plan by:

Proposal no. MATH-06F-U-03
Changed the Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics with Teaching Certification degree plan to a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with Teaching Certification degree plan by:

      b. Dropping the explicit requirement of a pair of courses from biology or geology       or geography, (Soph. 1st and Soph. 2nd).
      c. Replacing @CHEM/PHYS, (Fr. 1st and 2nd) with ^Science, 4 (Soph. 1st) and       ^Science, same, 4 (Soph. 2nd). 
      d. Dropping @ footnote: “Must include: CHEM 1312 or PHYS 2326 and their       prerequisites.
e. Replacing ARTS/MUSI/THEA 2301 (Jr. 1st) with ^Visual/performing arts to (Soph. 2nd). 
f. Replacing EDED 2301, with ^Computer literacy (Fr. 2nd).
g. Replacing SOCI 2361, (Sr. 1st) with ^Social/behavioral (Soph. 2nd.)
h. Replacing MATH 3340/4341 (Sr. 1st) with #MATH 4341/4373 (Jr. 2nd).
i. Replacing MATH 3371 (Jr. 2nd) and choice of #MATH 3315 or 3320, (Jr. 1st) with both #MATH 3415 (Jr. 1st) and 3320 (Jr. 1st).
j. Replacing ENGL 2362, (Sr. 1st) with choice of ENGL 2362/ENGL 2314, (Jr. 1st).

b. Adding EDED 3310 (Jr. 1st).
c. Adding #STAT 4350 (Sr. 1st).
d. Replacing MATH, Adv. (Soph. 1st) with #STAT 4303 (Sr. 1st).
e. Changing # note to read “No mathematics or statistics course may be counted toward the degree unless the grade is at least a ‘C’.”

      b. Changing MATH 4340/4342 (Sr. 1st) to #MATH 4340 (Sr. 1st).
      c. Dropping ^Kinesiology (Soph. 2nd) and drop ^ before Kinesiology.

Proposal no. STAT-06F-U-01
STAT 4301.  Biostatistics, 3(3-0).  Changed course title, description and prerequisite.
For students in biology, health sciences, human sciences, and wildlife science. Descriptive and inferential statistics, basic probability concepts, probability distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, simple linear regression, principles of epidemiology, statistical vs. clinical significance, and quasi-statistical methods. Prerequisite: Math 1314. Laboratory fee. $5.

Proposal no. STAT-06F-U-03
STAT 4303.  Statistical Methods, 3(3-0).  Changed course description and prerequisite.  Calculus-based probability, discrete and continuous random variables, joint distributions, sampling distributions, the central limit theorem, descriptive statistics, interval estimates, hypothesis tests, ANOVA, correlation, and simple regression. Prerequisite: Math 2414. Laboratory fee, $5.

Department of Music

Proposal no. MUSI-07-U-10
Modified the Bachelor of Music in Music (Vocal) with Teaching Certification degree plan by:

Proposal no. MUSI-07-U-11
Modified the Bachelor of Music in Music Performance (Instrumental) degree plan by:

Proposal no. MUSI-07-U-12
Modified the Bachelor of Music in Music Performance (Vocal) degree plan by:

Proposal no. MUSI-07-U-13
Modified the Bachelor of Music in Music (Instrumental) with Teaching Certification
degree plan by:

Proposal no. MUSI-07-U-08
MUSI 1127.  Marching Band, 1(0-6).  Changed course hours and number for MUSI 1227.  The Pride of South Texas Marching Band performs at the half-time of Texas A&M-Kingsville football games as well as selected other events.  Required of all wind and percussion majors.

Proposal no. MUSI-07-U-09
MUSI 3127.  Advanced Marching Band, 1(0-6).  Changed course hours and number for MUSI 3227.  The Pride of South Texas Marching Band performs at the half-time of Texas A&M-Kingsville football games as well as selected other events.  Leadership skills and marching band teaching techniques are stressed.  Prerequisite: completion of two semesters of MUSI 1127.

Department of Physics and Geosciences

Proposal no. GEOG-07-U-03
Deleted degree plan for Bachelor of Arts in Geography.

Proposal no. GEOL-07-U-U-06
Deleted degree plan for Bachelor of Arts in Geology.

Proposal no. GEOL-07-U-07
Modified text in Departmental catalog description.
[p. 171]
Students majoring in the Department of Physics and Geosciences should plan the course work for their minor so that it will best support their career and educational goals.  This should be done in consultation with their departmental adviser.

Proposal no. GEOL-07-U-8
Modified degree name and update Core requirements in the degree plan for Bachelor of Science in Geology by:

Proposal no. GEOL-07-U-9
Modified degree name and update Core requirements in the degree plan for Bachelor of Science in Geology (Concentration in Groundwater) by:

Proposal no. GEOL-07-U-10
Updated Core requirements in the Bachelor of Science in Geology - Teaching Certification (Science 8-12) degree plan by:

 Proposal no. PHYS-07-U-8
Updated Core requirements in the Bachelor of Arts in Physics degree plan by:

 Proposal no. PHYS-07-U-9
Updated Core requirements in the Bachelor of Science in Physics degree plan by:

Proposal no. PHYS-07-U-10
Updated Core requirements in the Bachelor of Science in Physics with Teaching
Certification degree plan by:

Proposal no. GEOG-07-U-04
GEOG 1405.  Physical Geography: Science and Environment, 4(3-2).  Deleted course.

Proposal no. GEOG-07-U-05
GEOG 4315.  Elements of Urban and Regional Planning, 3(3-0).  Deleted course.

Proposal no. GEOL-07-U-1
GEOL 3409.  Mineralogy, 4(3-3).  Changed course prerequisite.  Morphological crystallography and symmetry concepts.  Methods of identification of minerals by their physical and chemical properties.  Origin of economic minerals and ore deposits.  Geological significance of common rock-forming minerals.  One weekend field trip required.  Prerequisites: GEOL 1303/GEOL 1103 and 3 hours of chemistry.  Laboratory fee, $5.

Proposal no. GEOL-07-U-4
GEOL 4307.  Applied Geology, 3(3-0).  Changed course prerequisite.  Applications of geological concepts in solving geological engineering problems.  Study of engineering principles and properties of earth materials.  Exploration of engineering design and methods of site investigations. Prerequisites: GEOL 1303, MATH 1316, CHEM 1311/CHEM 1111.

(Effective date for this course is Spring 2008.) ?
Proposal no. PHYS-07-U-1
PHYS 1170.  Principles of Nuclear Engineering, 1(1-0).  New course.  Introduction to nuclear engineering including global and national energy requirements, radioactivity, radiation protection, and fission and fusion reactor concepts.

Proposal no. PHYS-07-U-5
PHYS 1301. College Physics I. (PHYS 1301 or PHYS 1401), 3(3-0).  Changed description and prerequisite statements.  A trigonometry-based introduction to physics. Topics include kinematics, vector analysis, force dynamics, equilibrium, work, energy, momentum, collisions, fluid dynamics, and thermal physics. Prior knowledge of physics (one year of high school physics; or PHYS 1305 and 1105; or PHYS 1375) is assumed. Prerequisites: MATH 1314 and MATH 1316. Concurrent enrollment in PHYS 1101 is recommended.

Proposal no. PHYS-07-U-5
PHYS 2325. University Physics I. (PHYS 2325 or PHYS 2425), 3(3-0).    Changed description and prerequisite statements.  A calculus-based introduction to physics. Topics include kinematics, vector analysis, force dynamics, equilibrium, work, energy, momentum, collisions, fluid dynamics, and thermal physics. Prior knowledge of physics (one year of high school physics; or PHYS 1305 and 1105; or PHYS 1375) is assumed. Prerequisite: credit or registration in MATH 2413 or equivalent. Concurrent enrollment in PHYS 2125 is recommended.

Proposal no. PHYS-07-U-6
PHYS 4366.  Nuclear Reactor Theory, 3(3-0).  New course.  An introduction to neutron diffusion theory, neutron moderation, condition for criticality of nuclear reactors.  Prerequisite: PHYS 3362.

Proposal no. PHYS-07-U-7
PHYS 4367.  Nuclear Reactor Analysis, 3(3-0).  New course.  The group diffusion method, multiregion reactors, heterogeneous reactors, reactor kinetics, changes in reactivity.  Prerequisite: PHYS 4366.

Department of Political Science

Proposal no. POLS-07-C-01
Added POLS 2340 [World Politics] to Gen. Ed. component for Global Learning.

                        VI.            [Global Learning Component 93 SCH]
                       
                        POLS 2340 [to appear as a choice of several]

                        SYLLABUS: appended

Proposal no. POLS-07-U-2
POLS 3341. International Relations, 3(3-0).  Changed course prerequisite.  The underlying principles governing political relations among sovereign states and the application of these principles to contemporary international problems.  Prerequisite: 6 semester hours of Political Science.

Proposal no. POLS-07-U-05
POLS 4321.  Political Theory: Ancient and Medieval, 3(3-0).  Changed course number of POLS 3321.  The theories of the major thinkers of the periods and of their development.  Prerequisite: 6 semester hours of Political Science.

Proposal no. POLS-07-U-06
POLS 4322.  Political Theory: Early Modern and Modern, 3(3-0).  Changed course number of POLS 3322.  Theories of the major thinkers and the related intellectual and political movements. Prerequisite: 6 semester hours of Political Science.

Proposal no. POLS-07-U-07
POLS 4341.   International Relations, 3(3-0).  Changed course number of POLS 3341.
The underlying principles governing political relations among sovereign states and the application of these principles to contemporary international problems. Prerequisite: 6 semester hours of Political Science.

Proposal no. POLS-07-U-03
POLS 4342.  International Organization, 3(3-0).  Changed course prerequisite.  Basic features, functions and problems of international organizations through the League of Nations, the United Nations, and its specialized agencies and other important regional organizations in the context of the world situation.  Prerequisite: 6 semester hours of Political Science.

Proposal no. POLS-07-U-04
POLS 4343. International Law, 3(3-0).  Changed course prerequisite.  An introduction to the study of international law.  This course examines the definition, object and sources of international law as well as its relationship to domestic law and to the study of international relations.  Prerequisite: 6 semester hours of Political Science.

Proposal no. POLS-07-U-08
POLS 4351.  Comparative Politics, 3(3-0).  Changed course number of POLS 3351.  The structures, functions, and processes of selected political systems. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: 6 semester hours of Political Science.

Department of Psychology and Sociology

Proposal no. ANTH-07-C-1
Added existing course, ANTH 2301, to the General Education Course for Humanities B and for Global Learning.

[p. 70, Section B] ANTH 2301, ANTH 2302;

[New material to be added under Global Learning.] ANTH 2301,

Proposal no. ANTH-07-C-2
Added existing course ANTH 2302, to the General Education courses in Global Learning.

[New material to be added under Global Learning] ANTH 2302

Proposal no. ANTH-07-C-3
Added existing course, ANTH 2303, to the General Education courses for Social and Behavioral Sciences C.

[p. 71, Section C Social/Behavioral Sciences] ANTH 2303

Proposal no. SWBS-07-C-1
Added existing course, SWBS 2301, to the General Education Courses for Humanities B in Literature, Philosophy, Modern or Classical Language/Literature and Cultural Studies.

[p. 70, Section B] [SWBS 2301 or SWBS 2302.]

Proposal no. ANTH-06-U-02
ANTH 3301.  American Cultures Before 1492, 3(3-0).  Changed course title, clarify description, and change prerequisite.  Development of Native American cultures (Maya, Inca, Aztec and related cultural traditions) of U.S., Mexico, Central and South America before Spanish, English and French conquest.  Optional field trip when possible.  Prerequisite: 3 semester hours of Anthropology/Southwest Borderlands Studies or 6 semester hours of social science.

Proposal no. ANTH-06-U-03
ANTH 3302.  Principles of Cultural Anthropology, 3(3-0).  Changed course prerequisite.  Major approaches in the field of cultural anthropology and the major influences on the discipline; introduction to research methodology used in both primitive and modern societies. Prerequisite: 3 semester hours of ANTH or 6 semester hours of social science.

Proposal no. ANTH-06-U-04
ANTH 3303.  Introduction to Folklore and Folklife, 3(3-0).  Changed course prerequisite.  Survey of the major forms of folklore and folklife and the methods of collection and study.  Examines traditional verbal art forms, customs, and material culture. Prerequisite: 3 semester hours of Anthropology or 6 semester hours of social science.

Proposal no. ANTH-06-U-05
ANTH 4303.  Folk Medicine, 3(3-0).  Changed course description and prerequisite.  An examination of the folk medical system of Mexican Americans from an anthropological perspective. Includes an exploration of household remedies (including herbal remedies), folk illness syndromes, various folk healers (including parteras, or midwives, and sobadores, or massagers), curanderismo (folk healing) and brujeria (witchcraft) in present-day Mexican American culture in South Texas and the Southwest. Prerequisite: 3 semester hours of Anthropology/Southwest Borderlands Studies or 6 semester hours of social science.

Proposal no. ANTH-06-U-06
ANTH 4305. Language and Culture, 3(3-0).  Changed course description and prerequisite.  Introduction to the social and cultural aspects of language and provides framework and methodology for studying and analyzing the many elements which make up verbal and non-verbal communication in various speech communities in the United States. Prerequisite: 3 semester hours of Anthropology/Southwest Borderlands Studies or 6 semester hours of social science.

Proposal no. ANTH-06-U-07
ANTH 4306. Mexican-American Folklore, 3(3-0).  Changed course description and prerequisite.  Examines the various types of culture from an anthropological perspective and provides an in-depth look at various genres of Mexican-American folklore, including folk narrative, folk belief, folk medicine, folk music, folk speech and folk material culture. Prerequisite: 3 semester hours of Anthropology/Southwest Borderlands Studies or 6 semester hours of social science.

Proposal no. ANTH-06-U-08
ANTH 4308. Latin American Culture, 3(3-0).  Changed course description and prerequisite.  Origin and development of contemporary cultural forms in Latin America. Industrialization, socioeconomic and demographic change are examined from several theoretical perspectives. Prerequisite: 3 semester hours of Anthropology/Southwest Borderlands Studies or 6 semester hours of social science.

Proposal no. ANTH-06-U-09
ANTH 4309. Mexican Border Subcultures, 3(3-0).  Changed course description and prerequisite.  Analysis of social processes such as competition, accommodation and cooperation occurring in the American Southwest and in Northern Mexico, with attention to such variables as ethnicity and stratification. Prerequisite: 3 semester hours of Anthropology/Southwest Borderlands Studies or 6 semester hours of social science.

Proposal no. ANTH-06-U-01
ANTH 4604.  South Texas Field Archaeology, 6(3-V).  New course.  Data collection, analysis and theory in anthropological archaeology with direct field experience examining selected South Texas ancient and historic societies.  Students required to camp on-site during the field school.  Special field course fee required; $300, subject to change.  Prerequisite: 6 semester hours of social science or consent of the instructor.

Department of Military Science (ROTC)

Proposal no. ROTC-06-U-01
ROTC 1303. Marksmanship and Military Science, 3(2-2).  Deleted course.

Proposal no. ROTC-06-U-02
ROTC 1304.  Wilderness Survival and Basic Military Science, 3(2-2).  Deleted course.

Proposal no. ROTC-06-U-01
ROTC 1305.  Leadership and Personal Development, 3(2-2).  New course.  Personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership.  How the personal development of life skills such as time management, physical fitness, and stress management relates to leadership, officership and Army operations.

Proposal no. ROTC-06-U-02
ROTC 1306.  Introduction to Tactical Leadership, 3(2-2).  New course.  Leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, problem solving, listening, presenting briefs, providing feedback, and using effective writing skills.  Leadership values, attributes, skills, and actions in the context of practical, hands-on and interactive exercises.

Proposal no. ROTC-06-U-03
ROTC 2303.  Leadership and Intermediate Military Science, 3(2-2).  Deleted course.

Proposal no. ROTC-06-U-04
ROTC 2304.  Leadership and Intermediate Military Science, 3(2-2).  Deleted course.

Proposal no. ROTC-06-U-03
ROTC 2305.  Innovative Team Leadership, 3(2-2).  New course.  Creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles, studying historical case studies and engaging in interactive student exercises.  Personal motivation and team building in the context of planning, executing, and assessing team exercises.  Prerequisites: ROTC 1305 and 1306 or approval of Professor of Military Science.

Proposal no. ROTC-06-U-04
ROTC 2306.  Foundations of Tactical Leadership, 3(2-2).  New course.  Challenges of leading teams in a complex contemporary operating environment.  Cross-cultural challenges of leadership in a constantly changing world, applied to practical Army leadership tasks and situations.  Prerequisite: ROTC 2305 or approval of Professor of Military Science.

Proposal no. ROTC-06-U-05
ROTC 3303.  Advanced Military Science, 3(3-2).  Deleted course.

Proposal no. ROTC-06-U-06
ROTC 3304.  Advanced Military Science, 3(2-2).  Deleted course.

Proposal no. ROTC-06-U-05
ROTC 3305.  Adaptive Tactical Leadership, 3(3-2). New course.  Adaptive tactical leadership skills applied to squad tactical operations.  Developing  leadership and critical thinking abilities aimed toward success at the ROTC summer Leadership Development and Assessment Course (LDAC).

Proposal no. ROTC-06-U-06
ROTC 3306.  Leadership in Changing Environments, 3(3-2).  New course.  Situational leadership challenges building cadet awareness and skills in leading tactical operations up to platoon level.  Aspects of combat, stability, and support operations.  Conducting military briefings and developing proficiency in garrison operations orders.

Proposal no. ROTC-06-U-07
ROTC 4303.  Advanced Military Science, 3(3-2).  Deleted course.

Proposal no. ROTC-06-U-08
ROTC 4304.  Advanced Military Science, 3(3-2).  Deleted course.

Proposal no. ROTC-06-U-07
ROTC 4305.  Developing Adaptive Leaders, 3(3-2).  New course.  Planning, executing, and assessing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff, and providing performance feedback to subordinates.  Assessing risk, making ethical decisions, and leading fellow ROTC students.  Military justice and personal processes, preparing cadets to become army officers.  Prerequisites: ROTC 3305 and ROTC 3306 or approval of Professor of Military Science.           

Proposal no. ROTC-06-U-08
ROTC 4306. Leadership in a Complex World, 3(3-2).  New course.  Leading in the complex situation of current military operations in the contemporary operating environment.  Differences in customs and courtesies, military law, principles of war, and rules of engagement in the face of international terrorism.  Aspects of interacting with non-governmental organizations, civilians on the battlefield, and host nation support.  Prerequisite: ROTC 4305 or approval of the Professor of Military Science.

College of Business Administration

 

Proposal no. BUAD-07-U-1
Modified the requirements for a Minor in Business Administration:
[p. 114]
Business Administration: The following courses are required: ACCT 2301, CISA 2302, MGMT 3311, MKTG 3361 and six-additional hours to be chosen from any 2000, 3000, or 4000 level College of Business Administration courses for which the prerequisites have been met or instructor has been granted.
[p. 214]
Minor in Business Administration (Available only to nonbusiness majors)
A minor consists of ACCT 2301, CISA 2302, MGMT 3311, MKTG 3361, and six additional hours to be chosen from any 2000, 3000, or 4000 level College of Business Administration courses for which the prerequisites have been met or instructor approval has been granted.

Proposal no. PHIL-07-C-1
Added existing course, PHIL 1301 to the General Education courses in the Global Learning category.

[Insert under Global Learning] PHIL 1301

Proposal no. PHIL-07-C-2
Added existing course, PHIL 1301 to the General Education courses under Literature/philosophy (Humanities B).

Department of Accounting and Computer Information Systems

Proposal no. ACCT-07-U-01
Modified the Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting degree plan by:

Proposal no. ACCT-08-U-01
Modified the Bachelor of Business Administration/Master of Professional Accountancy in Accounting (with fifth year) degree plan by:

Proposed no. CISA-07-U-02
Modified the Bachelor of Business Administration in Computer Information Systems degree plan by:

Proposal no. BUAD-07-U-03
BLAW 4344. International Business Law, 3(3-0).  New course.  Major business law topics and issues involved in international business transactions.  Exporting-importing, licensing, and direct foreign investment.  Risks of international business trade including language, culture, currency, legal and political barriers.  Prerequisite: BLAW 3341.

Proposal no. CISA-07-U-01
CISA 2302.  Principles of Computer Information Systems, 3(3-0).  Removed prerequisite and modified description.  Introduction to computer hardware and software systems, including the elements of theory, abstraction, and design, necessary for the successful implementation and maintenance of business computer information systems.  Open to all majors.

Department of Economics and Finance

Proposal no. FINC-07-U-01
Modified the Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance degree plan by:

Department of Management and Marketing

Proposal no. BUAD-07-U-05
Modified the Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business Management degree plan by:

Proposal no. BUAD-07-U-06
Modified the Bachelor of Business Administration in General Business Administration degree plan by:

Proposal no. MGMT-07-U-01
Modified the Bachelor of Business Administration in Management degree plan by:

Proposal no. MKTG-07-U-01
Modified the Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing degree plan by:

Proposal no. BUAD-07-C-2
BCOM 2304. Technical Communication, 3(3-0).  New course.  Principles of science and engineering communication through technical documents and reports.  Principles of oral communication through presentations and visuals.  Prerequisites: ENGL 1301 and ENGL 1302.

Proposal no. BUAD-07-C-04
BUAD 2374.  International Business, 3(3-0).  New course.  Introduction to various facets of international business including theories of international trade, monetary systems, environmental forces and the organizational environment.

Proposal no. MKTG-06-U-02
MKTG 3325.  Selling and Sales Management, 3(3-0).  Changed course title and description.  The personal selling process and the use of a professional, customer-oriented, problem-solving approach in selling situations. The sales job, selection of salespeople, sales training programs, and coordination/control of the sales function.   Development of  fundamental of professional selling skills.  Prerequisite: junior standing and MKTG 3361.

Proposal no. MKTG-06-U-04
MKTG 3328.  Internship in Marketing, 3(3-0).  Changed course prerequisites.  An off-campus learning experience allowing the acquisition and application of marketing skills in an actual work setting.  Prerequisites: MKTG 3361, junior standing, and approval of a faculty coordinator and the department chair.

Proposal no. MKTG-06-U-03
MKTG 3362.  Retail Marketing Management, 3(3-0).  Updated course description.  Analysis and conceptualization of the relationship among channel of distribution members emphasizing the merchandising function of retail store management.  Introduce applications of electronic commerce to retailing practice.  MKTG 3314 strongly recommended. Prerequisite: MKTG 3361.

Proposal no. MKTG-06-U-05
MKTG 3365.  Marketing Research, 3(3-0).  Changed course number from (4362), title, prerequisites and eliminated lab fee.  Marketing research methods as applied to management problems involving marketing strategy and policy formulation, and economic-industry-firm-sales forecasts.  Prerequisites: MKTG 3361, BCOM 3304 and BUAD 3355.

Proposal no. MKTG-06-U-01
MKTG 3367.  Sales Management, 3(3-0).  Deleted course.

Proposal no. MKTG-06-U-06
MKTG 3369.  Consumer Purchasing and Motivation, 3(3-0).  Deleted course.

Proposal no. MKTG-06-U-07
MKTG 3370.  Internet as a Marketing Tool, 3(3-0).  New course.  Combines traditional marketing (situation analysis, marketing planning, and marketing implementation) with the enhanced capabilities of electronic resources.  Emphasis on student group application through use of on-line exercises and critical analysis of existing Web sites.  Computer literacy expected.  Prerequisite: MKTG 3361.

Proposal no. MKTG-06-U-06
MKTG 4350.  Consumer Purchasing/Motivation, 3(3-0).  Changed course level (3369), prerequisites, and modified title.  Analysis and evaluation of the consumer’s position in the marketing structure including patterns of consumer behavior and the psychological, social and cultural forces that underlie such patterns.  Prerequisites: MKTG 3361, MKTG 3365.

Proposal no. MKTG-06-U-09
MKTG 4361.  Marketing Management, 3(3-0).  Changed course description and added prerequisites.  Capstone Marketing course for majors. Marketing functions in the firm and marketplace from the viewpoint of the marketing manager.  Concepts and analytical tools used by marketing managers. Prerequisites: MKTG 3325, MKTG 3364, and MKTG 4350; senior standing.

Proposal no. MKTG-06-U-05
MKTG 4362.  Marketing Research and Forecasting, 3(3-0).  Deleted course.

Proposal no. MKTG-06-U-08
MKTG 4363.  International Marketing, 3(3-0).  Changed course description.  Examines marketing in other countries, the marketing implications of cultural and environmental differences, international marketing research, and adaptation of product, price, promotion, and distribution decisions to international environments. Topics include international trade theory and the multinational firm.  Prerequisite: MKTG 3361.

 

College of Education

 

Department of Health and Kinesiology

Proposal no. EDHL-07-U-01
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Community Health degree plan by:

Proposal no. EDKN-07-U-04
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology-All Level with Teaching Certification degree plan by:  

Proposal no. EDKN-07-U-05
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology-Exercise Science degree plan by:

Proposal no. EDKN-07-U-06
Added an option (Pre-Physical Therapy Option) for the B.S. in Kinesiology-Exercise Science.  Relative to the Exercise Science track (as amended in Proposal EDKN-07-U-05, earlier in this package), the new option’s differences are:

Proposal no. EDKN-07-U-01
EDKN 3345.  Measurement and Evaluation in Kinesiology, 3 (2-3).  Changed course prerequisites.  Use and function of the various tests in kinesiology, together with the purpose, scope, and techniques of test construction will be analyzed.  Sufficient statistical techniques necessary for adequate manipulation and interpretation will be reviewed.  Required laboratory experiences.  Prerequisites:  EDKN 1300, EDKN 1301 or EDHL 1304, and MATH 1314.

Proposal no. EDKN-07-U-02
EDKN 4342.  Motor Skills for Special Populations, 3(3-0).  Changed course prerequisites.  Practical considerations for conducting kinesiology programs for individuals of all ages with disabilities.  Legal entitlements, integrating persons with disabilities, conducting individualized instruction, physical fitness programs, and use of motor skills for transitional living.  A minimum of 20 hours of field experiences required.  Prerequisites:  EDKN 3320 and junior standing.

 

Frank H. Dotterweich College of Engineering

 

Department of Chemical and Natural Gas Engineering

Proposal no. CHEN-05-U-1
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering degree plan by:

 

Proposal no. CHEN-05-U-2
CHEN 1301. Engineering as a Career, 3(3-0).  Changed course title, description, and deleted prerequisite.  Principles of student success in college. Chemical engineering as an academic and professional career. Conversion of problem data to a unified unit system for problem solution.

Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering

Proposal no. AEEN-07-U-8
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering degree plan by:

Proposal no. CEEN-07-U-03
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering degree plan by:

Proposal no. AEEN-07-U-6
AEEN 1310.  Computer Graphics and Applications, 3(2-3).  Changed course title and description.  Introduction to procedures in computer-aided drafting and computer applications with a programming language element. Required of all freshman in Civil and Architectural Engineering.

Proposal no. AEEN-07-U-5
AEEN 1320.  Introduction to Architectural Design, 3(1-6).  Changed course prerequisite.  Introduction to architectural design principles, concepts and problem-solving approaches. Issues addressed by a series of two-and three-dimensional building studies. Six laboratory hours a week. Prerequisite: AEEN 2325.

Proposal no. AEEN-07-U-4
AEEN 2325.  Introduction to Development in Architecture, 3(3-0).  Changed course prerequisite.  Principles of architectural development with emphasis on form and space relationships, structural elements, building materials and methods of construction, building and site relationships. Prerequisite: AEEN 1310.

Proposal no. AEEN-07-U-1
AEEN 3325. Design Codes and Ordinances, 3(3-0).  New course.  Design codes and
municipal ordinances and their integration in design. Including zoning occupancy,
construction classification, building constraints, fire resistant construction, egress,
accessibility and plumbing.  Prerequisite: AEEN 2325.

Proposal no. AEEN-07-U-3
AEEN 4310.  3D Computer Modeling, 3(2-3).  New course.  Introduction to three-dimensional computer modeling.  Includes 3d wire frame construction in AutoCAD, extrusion and Boolean for AutoCAD and Viz, basic application of skins, lighting and rendering techniques.  Prerequisite: AEEN 1310.

Proposal no. AEEN-07-U-2
AEEN 4333.  Real Design and Construction, 3(2-3).  New course.  Real-world design/build course with projects emphasizing development of design, implementation of best practice construction, field experience, and government work.  Prerequisites: AEEN 1320, AEEN 2325.

Proposal no. AEEN-07-U-7
AEEN 4336.  Selected Topics, V:1-3.  New course.  One or more topics of architectural engineering. May be repeated when topic changes. Prerequisite: senior standing.

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Proposal no. CSEN-07-U-01
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree plan by:

Proposal no. EEEN-07-U-01
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering degree plan by:

 Proposal no. EEEN-07-U-02
EEEN 4252. Advanced Laboratory, 2(1-3).  Changed course prerequisites.  Analysis and design of electrical, electronic and digital systems. Prerequisites: EEEN 3312, EEEN 3449, EEEN 3333, and communication elective. Laboratory fee, $5.

Department of Environmental Engineering

Proposal no. EVEN-07-C-01
EVEN 2372. Environmental Engineering in a Global Society, 3(3-0).  New course.  The impact of environmental engineering solutions in a global and societal context, examined relative to technology, policy, and regulation.

Department of Industrial Technology

Proposal no. ITEN-07-U-01
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology degree plan by:

 Proposal no. ITEN-07-U-06
ITEN 3300.  Manufacturing Technology, 3(3-1).  Changed course lecture/lab hours and added prerequisite.  An introduction to basic manufacturing concepts, processes and tools, with examples in machine tool operations and mass production.  Prerequisite: junior standing.  Laboratory fee, $5.

Proposal no. ITEN-07-U-03
ITEN 3310.  Fluid Power, 3(3-1).  Changed course prerequisites and removed laboratory fee.  Systems, instruments, and concepts utilized in the area of fluid power with emphasis on fundamental theories of operation, system design, component selection, maintenance and safety considerations.  Includes an overview of fluid logic and electrical control circuits. Prerequisite:  PHYS 1375, 1305/1105, 1301/1101,  or 2325/2125.

Proposal no. ITEN-07-U-02
ITEN 3321. Architectural CAD, 3(3-1).  Changed course number, course lecture/lab hours, and course prerequisite for ITEN 2321.  Planning, design and drafting of residential and commercial buildings. Prerequisite: ITEN 1311 or consent of instructor.  Laboratory fee, $5.

Proposal no. ITEN-07-U-07
ITEN 3323.  Cost Estimating and Project Planning, 3(3-0).  Changed course number and prerequisite for ITEN 2323.  A survey of practical methods used in the development of cost estimates and project plans in manufacturing and construction.  Emphasis is placed on the application of computer software to these problems.  Prerequisite: junior standing.

Proposal no. ITEN-07-U-05
ITEN 3324.  Industrial Controls, 3(3-1).  Changed course prerequisite.  Digital electronics and the application of microprocessors to industrial controls.  Laboratory experiences include problems in programming and control system interfacing. Prerequisite:  junior standing.  Laboratory fee, $5.

Proposal no. ITEN-07-U-04
ITEN 4362.   Data Analysis and Decision Making, 3(3-1).  Changed course prerequisite and removed laboratory fee.  Concepts of data analysis, distributions, probability, regression analysis, and other statistical analysis techniques with technological and industrial applications, reinforced by laboratory exercises using a spreadsheet application program. Prerequisite: junior standing.

Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering

Proposal no. MEEN-07-U-2
Modified the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree plan by:

Proposal no. MEEN-07-U-01
MEEN 1320. Elementary Numerical Methods and Engineering Problem Solving,            3(2-3).  Changed course title and description.  Engineering problem-solving using high level programming language and numerical computing software.   Programming logic; linear algebra and matrices; solutions to systems of linear equations; interpolation and curve fitting; numerical integration and differentiation.

Proposal no. MEEN-07-U-03
MEEN 3344.  Materials Science, 3(3-0).  Changed course description and prerequisites.  Atomic and crystal structure of materials.  Chemical, mechanical, electrical and thermal properties of engineering materials.  Materials selection and design.  Prerequisites: CHEM 1311, CHEM 1111 and MATH 2413, and credit or enrollment in PHYS 2326.

Proposal no. MEEN-07-U-04
MEEN 3349.  Fundamentals of Manufacturing Processes, 3(2-3).  Changed course description and prerequisite.  Selection criteria for manufacturing processes, processing of castings, bulk deformation process, sheet metal working, polymer and polymer-matrix composite production, machining and welding processes.  Prerequisite: MEEN 3344.

 

University College

ALGE 0300.  Developmental Algebra I, 3(3-1).  Changed course hours.

ALGE 0301.  Developmental Algebra II, 3(3-1).  Changed course hours.

WRIT 0300.  Developmental Writing, 3(3-1).  Changed course hours.

This page last updated 20 April, 2009