HEALTH, PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORT SCIENCE (HPS)

SECTION I: General Education Requirement.

HPS 1000. Fitness for Living. 2-1-3.
Prerequisite: None.
Emphasis on the importance of physical activity, nutrition, stress and weight management, and health-related fitness components. Topics will be developed with practical applications to one's life-style including opportunities to assess selected fitness, nutritional and activity patterns, and to develop and participate in a personalized physical activity program.

SECTION II: Physical Activity Program.

HPS 1030. Aerobic Conditioning/Weight Training. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: None.
Motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques and knowledge appropriate for the successful participation in a variety of cardiovascular fitness related activities and weight training principles.

HPS 1050. Archery/Badminton. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: None.
Motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques and knowledge appropriate for the successful participation in target archery and badminton.

HPS 1070. Basketball/Softball. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: None.
Motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques and knowledge appropriate for the successful participation in five player basketball and slow pitch softball.

HPS 1090. Dance: Ballet. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: None.
Motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques and knowledge appropriate for the successful participation in classical ballet dance.

HPS 1130. Dance: Jazz. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: None.
Motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques and knowledge appropriate for the successful participation in basic jazz dance.

HPS 1150. Dance: Modern. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: None.
Motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques and knowledge appropriate for the successful participation in basic modern dance.

HPS 1170. Folk/Square/Social Dance. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: None.
Motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques, and knowledge appropriate for participation in folk, square, and social dance. Will include selected folk dances representing different cultures around the world. Circle, contra, and western style square dance will be emphasized. Social dances shall include Fox Trot, Cha Cha Cha, Tango, Waltz, Shag, and current popular dances.

HPS 1190. Soccer/Team Handball. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: None.
Motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques, and knowledge appropriate for the successful participation in soccer/team handball.

HPS 1210. Golf. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: None.
Motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques and knowledge appropriate for the successful participation in golf. Additional fee required.

HPS 1230. Martial Arts. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: None.
Motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques and knowledge appropriate for the successful participation in the development of martial arts and self defense skills. Additional fee required.

HPS 1250. Outdoor Recreational Pursuits. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: HPS 131 or instructor's consent.
Motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques and knowledge appropriate for the successful participation and appreciation of outdoor recreation activities. Units represented may include backpacking, camping, orienteering and canoeing. Weekend trips, off campus field experiences and additional fee required.

HPS 1290. Stunts & Tumbling/Gymnastics. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: None.
Motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques and knowledge appropriate for the successful participation in the development of stunts, tumbling and gymnastic skills. Additional fee required.

HPS 1310. Swimming: Beginning. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: None.
Motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques and knowledge appropriate for the successful completion of the American Red Cross Beginning through Intermediate swimming levels. Course is designed for the nonswimmer or individual with limited aquatic experience.

HPS 1330. Swimming: Intermediate. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: HPS 1310 or instructor's consent.
Motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques and knowledge appropriate for swimming and water safety. Successful completion of this course corresponds to standards for the American Red Cross Swimmer level.

HPS 1350. Swimming: Lifeguard Training. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: HPS 1330 or instructor's consent.
Motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques and knowledge appropriate to become certified in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training.

HPS 1390. Tennis. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: None.
Motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques and knowledge appropriate for the successful participation in tennis.

HPS 1430. Volleyball. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: None.
Motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques, and knowledge appropriate for successful participation in volleyball.

HPS 1450. Scuba Diving. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: HPS 1310 or instructor's consent.
This course is designed to develop fundamental concepts, principles, and techniques of sport SCUBA diving. Course covers selection and maintenance of gear, snorkeling skills, physiology of diving, use of dive tables, diving environment, and an emphasis on safe diving practices. PADI open water certification available but not required to fulfill HPS credit. Additional fee and mask, fins, and snorkel required.

HPS 1470. Self Defense. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: None.
This course develops self defense tactics and the knowledge of personal safety. Topics may include but are not limited to hand and leg strikes, various escapes and releases, safety in the car and home, sexual harassment, date rape, self defense and the law, and sexual abuse of children.

HPS 1510. Fitness Swimming. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: HPS 1310 or instructor's consent.
This course provides opportunities for students with good swim skills to increase their fitness level via the medium of water. Workouts will be comprised of drills designed to increase stroke efficiency as they improve aerobic capacity, body composition, and muscular endurance. This is a vital opportunity for those students with physical limitations that prohibit typical land based exercise.

HPS 1530. Water Aerobics. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: None.
This course is comprised of aerobic exercises and muscular strength/endurance exercises performed in the water. These exercises will focus on increasing mobility, cardiovascular fitness, muscle tone, and improving body composition. This is a vital opportunity for students with physical limitations prohibiting typical land based exercise. No aquatic proficiency required.

HPS 1550. Developmental Movement Experiences. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: None.
Foundational framework for motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques and knowledge appropriate for children and early adolescents. Developmental patterns and experiences will range from educational games, rhythms, and gymnastics to cooperative, cross cultural and creative leisure activities/games.

HPS 1570. Walk/Jog for Fitness. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: None.
Motor skill acquisition, fundamental techniques, and knowledge appropriate for the successful participation in walking/jogging cardiovascular fitness activities. Nutritional principles for lifetime health will also be discussed.

HPS 1810. Outdoor Recreation and Education. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: HPS majors only.
Fundamental techniques and leadership skills necessary for safe participation in a variety of land and water outdoor recreational and educational activities without disturbance to the environment. Activities may include backpacking, camping, orienteering, canoeing, basic survival and problem solving adventure activities.

HPS 1830. Swimming: Water Safety Instructor. 1-2-2.
Prerequisite: HPS 1330 or instructor's consent.
Fundamental techniques, knowledge and methods appropriate to become certified to teach all levels in the American Red Cross swimming programs.

HPS 1850. Advanced Strength/Aerobic Training. 1-1-1.
Prerequisite: HPS majors only.
Motor skill acquisition, advanced techniques and knowledge appropriate for successful participation and instruction in strength training and aerobic fitness activities.

SECTION III. Health, Physical Education, and Sport Science Major Courses.

HPS 2000. Contemporary and Historical Perspectives of Health and Physical Education. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 099, READ 099, if required.
An overview of contemporary and historical perspectives of health and physical education. Emphasis is on providing discussion of career options, major programs of study and professional opportunities in the areas of health and physical education as well as a survey and study of the historical and philosophical principles relative to physical education from a world and U.S. perspective. HPS majors should take this course prior to all 200-400 level major courses.

HPS 2090. Exercise Leadership. 2-2-3.
Prerequisite: HPS 1000 and Community First Aid and Safety (C.F.A.S.) Certification.
This course is designed to provide students with leadership skills and experience that directly apply to fitness programs. Topics include current trends in aerobics classes, workout design and implementation, monitoring exercise, exercise risk factors, safe and effective exercise, evaluation of existing programs, and administrative considerations.

HPS 2100. Introduction to Exercise and Health Science. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 099, READ 099, if required.
An introduction to exercise and health science. Topics include historical perspectives, overview of the profession and career opportunities, professional organizations, certification programs, current issues, and future trends.

HPS 2200. Introduction to Sport Management. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: None.
An introduction to sport management. To include a historical development of the discipline, overview of the profession and career opportunities, professional organizations, current issues, and future trends.

HPS 2290. Special Topics. 1-3.
Prerequisite: None.
Selected physical activity units not regularly offered through the Department of HPS. Repeatable.

HPS 2300. First Aid/CPR Instructor Training. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Current American Red Cross Community First Aid and Safety (C.F.A.S.) Certification.
Theory, practice, and application for safety, injury prevention, and care to include the American Red Cross Community First Aid and Safety (CFAS). Teaching methodologies are also needed to prepare professionals to teach CFAS to the layperson. Topics may include but are not limited to: personal, school, home, recreation, traffic, work site, and disaster safety.

HPS 3050. Coaching Principles. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: None.
Basic understanding of the theoretical and practical applications of the sport science areas of physical education related to coaching. Current issues and topics addressing the principles and problems of the prospective interscholastic coach including coaching philosophy, pedagogy, sport psychology, sport medicine and sport physiology. Students successfully completing the course may become certified as a Leader Level Coach by the American Coaches Effectiveness Program.

HPS 3100. Sociological and Psychological Aspects of HPS. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: None.
A survey of social psychological factors affecting performance in sports and physical activity. Emphasis on the impact on performance and the teaching/learning process. Topics will include leadership, motivation, group cohesion, social facilitation, arousal/anxiety, cognitive processes, and competition and cooperation.

HPS 3200. Motor Learning. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: None.
Current theories and principles explaining motor behavior and the psychological factors related to and affecting motor skill acquisition and performance. Topics include learning theories, information processing, motor control, state of the learner, nature of skills and instructional considerations.

HPS 3240. Physical Activity and Health Promotion for the Older Adult. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HPS 1000 and completion of 60 hours. BIOL 2222 and 3300 recommended.
Examination of the relationship and importance of physical activity and health promotion of the older adult. Also includes risk reduction, health maintenance, health enhancement, and physical activity assessment.

HPS 3250. Family Health Issues. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HPS 1000.
The study of various health issues as they relate to relationships and family life. Topics include: sexuality and sexual behavior; family planning, pregnancy, and childbirth; parenting; communication; violence, and abuse; addictive behaviors; aging and death and dying.

HPS 3300. Personal Health Behavior. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HPS 1000.
A study of the physical, mental and social factors of personal wellness and community health issues. Topics include substance use and abuse, human sexuality and HIV, mental and emotional health, diseases and disorders.

HPS 3370. Sport Facility Design and Management. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: BLAW 2200 and HPS 2200.
Study of the principles and theories involving the overall design and management principles of indoor and outdoor facilities for sport and physical activity. Topics may include but are not limited to facility development, personnel management, problem solving, time management, financial administration, policy making, scheduling, public relations and event management.

HPS 3390. Leadership and Management in Sport Organizations. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HPS 2200.
Students explore the theoretical frameworks of the body of knowledge of Sport Management, the practical applications of those frameworks, and the ethical issues confronting today's sport managers.

HPS 3398. Internship. 1-15.
Prerequisite: Consent of department chair.
A supervised, credit-earning experience of one academic quarter with a previously approved business firm, sport organization, private agency or governmental agency. Credit is allowed only in elective areas. S/U grading only.

HPS 3450. Curriculum, Instruction & Management for Early Childhood Physical Education. 2-2-3.
Prerequisite: Admission to program and HPS 1550.
Knowledge, fundamental techniques and motor skill analysis appropriate for the development of children's games, dance and gymnastics. Knowledge and skills of basic skill themes and movement concepts stressed. Curriculum development, methods and materials for planning and implementing a total developmental program for elementary physical education. Includes teaching experiences and appropriate computer software usage. Verification of liability insurance is required prior to placement in the field experience.

HPS 3500. Foundations of Recreation and Leisure. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HPS 2200.
A foundation for the study of recreation and leisure and the organizations that deliver recreational services. To include an overview of the philosophical, historical, social, cultural, and political factors which influence recreation and leisure. The course will also emphasize the role of the professional in the delivery of recreational services.

HPS 3550. Curriculum, Instruction and Management for Middle Grade and Secondary Physical Education. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
Curriculum development, methods and materials for planning and implementing a total developmental program for middle and secondary grade physical education. Includes teaching experiences and appropriate computer software usage.

HPS 3650. Curriculum, Methods and Materials in Health Education. 2-2-3.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
Curriculum development and instructional analysis for the planning and implementation of comprehensive health education programs for grades P-12. Includes experiences in school-community health services, teaching experiences, directed field observations and appropriate computer software usage. Verification of liability insurance is required prior to placement in the field experience.

HPS 3670. Early Childhood Health/Physical Education for the Classroom Teacher. 2-2-3.
Prerequisite: EDUC 3302.
The study of movement experiences and health education appropriate for early childhood school children. Planning, teaching, and evaluating a developmental program. Emphasis will be placed upon integrated planning experiences. Includes teaching and field experiences.

HPS 3750. Adapted Physical Education. 2-2-3.
Prerequisite: HPS 3450 or 3550.
Characteristics and abilities of individuals with disabilities and effect on the performance of the individuals. Methods for assessing abilities, modifying and developing suitable physical education programs for schools and activity centers. Particular attention is given to the implications of current legislation affecting individuals with disabilities. Includes practical experience in an adapted program.

HPS 3800. Biomechanics. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: BIOL 2221.
The study of neuromuscular and mechanical principles of motion as related to the analysis of human movement.

HPS 3850. Health Promotion and Program Planning. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HPS 3300, HPS 2100, or instructor's consent.
Fundamentals of health promotion and program development, implementation and evaluation in community, work site, club and clinical settings. Includes economic impact of health programming, analysis of planning as well as tools for measurement of health status at the individual, community and national levels.

HPS 4000. Service Learning in HPS. 1-3.
Prerequisite: 60 semester hours and permission of the instructor and chair/program director.
A community activity which links learning to life by connecting meaningful community service activities with academic learning, personal growth, and civic responsibility. Activity will be designed with the instructor and approved by the chair/program director.

HPS 4050. Care and Prevention of Sport Injuries. 2-2-3.
Prerequisite: HPS 2300 and BIOL 2221.
Theory and practice of the care, prevention and rehabilitation of sport related injuries. Emphasis on the recognition, classification and evaluation of specific athletic injuries related to articular surfaces.

HPS 4150. Nutrition and Physical Activity. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HPS 1000 and admission to program or instructor's consent.
Nutritional needs of individuals participating in physical activity and sport. Topics include the role of individual nutrients in metabolism, estimation of energy needs, fluid balance, food fads, meal planning and nutritional needs of the body during various stages of activity.

HPS 4200. Contemporary Health Issues. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HPS 1000.
The investigation and discussion of current and future issues that may affect the health and well-being of the individual and society. Topics include but are not limited to: health care, and consumer health issues, health care legislation, environmental health concerns, HIV/AIDS.

HPS 4250. Measurement and Evaluation 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: MATH 1107, admission to program, and HPS 3450 or 3550.
A survey of tests and the study of measurement and evaluation in health and physical education. Administration and critique of appropriate measures of content and skill performance. Use of research design, statistics and computer software.

HPS 4270. Research Methodology. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HPS major, senior standing, and program admission.
Overview of the research process applied in the study of health and physical education. Topics will include simple experimental design, data gathering techniques, statistical concepts and methods and report/research writing.

HPS 4300. Physiology of Exercise. 2-2-3.
Prerequisite: BIOL 2222.
Physiological functions of the body during muscular work. Physiological aspects of fatigue, training and physical fitness. Includes laboratory experiences.

HPS 4350. Fitness Evaluation and Exercise Prescription. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HPS 4300.
A detailed examination of the health-related aspects of physical fitness. Emphasis on current test procedures used for determining body fat percentage, maximum oxygen uptake, cardiac stress testing and respiratory efficiency. Thoroughly familiarizes student with lab procedures, test protocol and construction of personalized exercise prescription.

HPS 4400. Directed Study. 1-15.
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor, major area committee, and department chair prior to registration.
Covers special topics and seminars of an advanced nature external to regular course offerings.

HPS 4410. Practicum in Children's Health and Physical Education. 1-3-1.
Prerequisite: HPS 3450, permission of department.
Field based practicum in the early grade public schools designed to provide students with practical experiences in planning and implementing health and physical education instruction in grades P-5. Verification of liability insurance is required prior to placement in the field experience.

HPS 4430. Practicum in Middle and Secondary School Health and Physical Education. 1-3-1.
Prerequisite: HPS 3550, HPS 3650, admission to program.
A field based practicum in both the middle and secondary public schools designed to provide students with practical experiences in planning and implementing school health and physical education instruction in grades 6-12. Verification of liability insurance is required prior to placement in the field experience.

HPS 4490. Special Topics in HPS. 1-3.
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and department chair.
Selected topics of interest to faculty and students not normally offered by the Department of HPS.

HPS 4600. Health Promotion Applications. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HPS 3850 or permission of instructor.
Health promotion programming emphasizing program implementation and application strategies. Topics include: health communication, social marketing, funding, occupational health and safety, facilitation skills and related professional issues pertaining to health promotion and education.

HPS 4710. Senior Sport Management Seminar. 1-4-3.
Prerequisite: HPS 4390 or instructor's consent.
This capstone course is designed for the sport management concentration by integrating the student's prior academic experiences and analyzing them in the context of the required seminar field-based experiences. Contemporary issues, problems, research and theories are discussed. Additional course content includes: strategies for seeking internship and entry-level employment, long-term career planning and post graduate study options.

HPS 4730. Seminar in Exercise and Health Science. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HPS 3850, HPS 2100, senior standing, or permission of instructor.
Designed as a culminating course to integrate the academic experiences in the Exercise and Health Science program. Recent issues, trends, theories, problems, and research will be examined. Additional content will include career skills, employment strategies and marketplace needs.

HPS 4750. Exercise and Health Science Internship. 1-39-12.
Prerequisite: Admission to Exercise and Health Science Internship, and department chair approval.
A senior-level credit-earning experience of one academic semester at an approved exercise and health science internship site. Students work under the direct supervision of exercise and health science professionals and a college supervisor. Required of all exercise and health science students. S/U grading only.

HPS 4850. Student Teaching in Health and Physical Education (P-12). 1-33-12.
Prerequisite: Admission to HPS student teaching.
Full-time teaching experience under the supervision of a public school supervising teacher and a college supervisor. S/U grading only. Verification of liability insurance is required prior to placement in the field experience.

HPS 4950. Sport Management Internship. 1-39-12.
Prerequisite: Admission to Sport Management Internship and department chair approval.
A senior-level credit earning experience of one academic semester at an approved sport management internship site. Students work under the direct supervision of sport management professionals and a university supervisor. Required of all sport management students. S/U grading only.

HISTORY (HIST)

HIST 1110. Introduction To World Civilizations. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1101 (with C or better.)
An overview of world history which provides an introduction to the origin and development of the world's civilizations and their political, social, cultural, and economic traditions; uses a global approach to world history, and emphasizes the universal nature of the experience.

HIST 2111. America to 1890. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 (with C or better.)
Explores major themes in the social, cultural, political, and economic history of the peoples of North America to 1890. Topics include the intersection of cultures in colonial America; the origin and development of the American republic; the evolution of democratic ideas and institutions; western expansion; slavery; sectional conflict; emancipation and its aftermath; immigration; social and cultural change; the Industrial Revolution; and the changing role of the U.S. in world affairs. Examination of primary sources forms an important element of this course.

HIST 2112. America Since 1890. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1101 (with C or better.)
Examines the major themes of American history since 1890, the multicultural nature of contemporary U.S. civilization, and the nation's role in the global arena.

HIST 2206. Origins of Great Traditions. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
A systematic examination of five centers of civilization in Afro-Eurasia during their defining moments. The course focuses on the historical contexts that gave rise to China's classical philosophies, India's transcendental world-view, the Judaeo-Christian-Islamic synthesis, African mytho-religious systems of thought and the emergence of Latin-European culture in the West. Content emphasizes cross-cultural influences and connections.

HIST 2275. Local History Research. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 2111 & 2112.
Using the vehicle of local history, this course is designed to acquaint students with repositories of historical documents in the Atlanta area and to provide them with a working knowledge of historical research methods.

HIST 3304. History of Georgia. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 2112.
A consideration of Georgia's political, economic, social, and cultural development from the colonial period to the present. Topics include the cultures of indigenous peoples, the Spanish in Georgia, the founding of a British colony, the Revolution, Indian removal, antebellum society, the Civil War, Reconstruction, the New South era, the rise and decline of the cotton economy, race relations, and post-World War II prosperity and problems.

HIST 3305. The World Since 1945. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
A survey of major themes in world history since 1945, it focuses on sociocultural and intellectual developments in addition to the traditional concerns with political and economic relations. Particular emphasis is given to great power relations, the role of the middle powers, North-South relations as well as the interactions between Western and non-Western cultures in the context of increasing globalization.

HIST 3311. The New South. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 2112.
The South's social, political and economic development from 1865. Emphasizes Reconstruction, the "New South Creed," race relations, industrialization, and the region's changing role in national affairs.

HIST 3315. The History of the American West. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 2112.
This course surveys the history of the American West with special emphasis on the development of the Trans-Mississippi West from the early 19th century to recent years. The crucial influences of the environment, the interaction of Native Americans, Hispanic, Euro-Americans and other cultural groups, and the unique relationship of the region with the Federal government are explored.

HIST 3321. Diplomatic History of the United States. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110 and HIST 2112.
Examines major trends in U.S. diplomacy from 1890 to the present, Emphasizing U.S. rise to world power, World Wars I and II, the Cold War and its end, and U.S. relations with developing world areas.

HIST 3331. History of Religion in U.S. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 2112.
A survey of religious history in the United States, with special emphasis on beliefs, institutions, and their social and cultural context.

HIST 3332. U.S. Social and Cultural History. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 2112.
For the years 1492-present, consideration will be given to nationality, immigration, ethnicity (Asian-Americans, Hispanic-Americans, and Middle Eastern-Americans), the elderly, popular culture, and the environment.

HIST 3334. The Africans in the Disapora. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
A survey of the activities and experiences of African people who live outside the continent from the earliest times to the present. This course examines the migration of Africans to Eurasia, the Oceania, and the Americas, and gives special attention to the slave trade across the Sahara Desert and the Atlantic and Indian Oceans; the comparative experience of Africans in slavery in the Middle East and the Americas; emancipation and the process of racial and national integration; and the economic, political, and cultural contributions of Africans in the Diaspora.

HIST 3335. African American History, 1865 to Present. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 2112.
A history of the Black people in the United States since emancipation. The course emphasizes the struggles waged by African Americans to achieve racial equality and full citizenship in the United States, and the social, cultural, political, and economic forces that have shaped the African American community. Special attention is given to the men and women who led the struggle, the ideas and ideals which inspired and dominated each phase of the struggle, and the movements and institutions which were created in the process.

HIST 3337. Greek and Roman History. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
A history of Greece and Rome from the rise of the Greek city-state to the collapse of the western Roman Empire, with emphasis on their political, cultural, and intellectual contributions to the development of Western society.

HIST 3340. U.S. Military Experience. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 2112.
A survey of the development of the American military and its role in U.S. and world history. The course will emphasize the political, economic and social importance of the military and its role in integrating U.S. society as well as a study of the evolution of strategy, operations and tactics and their use in warfare.

HIST 3341. Women in U.S. History and Culture. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 2112.
Focuses on the social, economic, political, cultural and religious experiences of American women of various racial, ethnic and religious backgrounds from the Colonial period to the present.

HIST 3345. Business & Economic History of United States. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 2112.
Surveys American business and economic development from colonial times to the present. Major themes include the history of small business and family business; the shifting position of the U.S. within the world economy; the regional economy of Georgia and the South; labor-management relations; the labor movement; and the changing social, political and cultural context within which business and economic institutions have developed.

HIST 3350. England to 1688. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
A survey of English history from the earliest time to 1688. The course emphasizes political, cultural, and social developments between the Norman conquest and the transformation of England into a constitutional monarchy by the Glorious Revolution.

HIST 3351. Modern England. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
English history from 1689. The course emphasizes the rise of parliamentary government, the importance of the British Empire and the social, cultural and economic ideas that have made England and much of the English speaking world what they are today.

HIST 3360. Russian Empire to 1917. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
The history of the Russian Empire from its early beginnings to the Revolution of 1917. The course emphasizes the importance of Greco-Roman and Asian influences, the impact of the Russian Empire on eastern Europe and eastern Asia and the political, social, cultural and revolutionary ideas that have created modern Russia.

HIST 3366. History of Mexico and Central America. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
Examines the Mesoamerican preclassic civilizations, the Aztec Empire and the Maya kingdoms, the Spanish conquest and establishment of New Spain, and the independent nation-states of Mexico and Central America. Themes include Spanish colonialism, Indian struggle for justice, modern nation-state building and relations with the United States.

HIST 3367. History of Brazil. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
A study of Brazil, to include the Native American period, Portuguese colonialism, the Empire of Brazil, and Brazil in the 20th century. Major themes are sugar and slavery, boom and bust economic cycles, the formation of the Brazilian social identity, Brazil and the Amazon and Brazil's place in the contemporary global world.

HIST 3373. Modern India and South Asia. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
Emphasizes how Hindu, Buddhist, Islamic and other traditional cultures combined with British colonial rule and other modernizing influences to produce the India of today. Some attention is also given to peripheral areas, particularly Pakistan and Bangladesh.

HIST 3374. Modern China and Japan. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
Focuses chiefly upon China and Japan, with some consideration of Korea, emphasizing how traditional cultures, outside influences, and modernizing forces have interacted to produce the East Asia of today. Covers the period 1600 to the present.

HIST 3376. Problems and Philosophies of World History. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110 and 2206.
Investigates the major limits and problems inherent in historical understanding and introduces the student to philosophies of history that have sought to address those problems. Case studies of major historical controversies help students recognize the important ways those limits and problems influence even the greatest scholar's efforts at historical analysis.

HIST 3377. History of Science. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
History of scientific ideas and methods from ancient times to the present, with special emphasis on intellectual trends that contributed to the modern world's scientific outlook.

HIST 3382. North Africa and the Middle East in Modern Times 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
A history of North Africa and the Middle East since the emergence of Islam. Major themes include the rise of Berber-Arab/Islamic civilization, the historical ties between North Africa and the Middle East and the impact of Ottoman rule. Consideration of the 20th century includes European imperialism, the advent of military rule, the establishment of Israel, Arab-Israeli wars and the search for peace, pan-Arabism and independence movement in Maghrib, petroleum and international politics, the rise of Muslim fundamentalism and the problems of economic development and modernization.

HIST 3391. History of West Africa. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
A history of West Africa from the earliest times to the present. The course emphasizes cultural continuities and change, trade and cultural ties with North Africa and contemporary challenges of economic development and nation building in the region. It examines important themes like village, urban and community life; the formation of mini and mega states such as Ghana, Mali and Songhai empires; the creation of trans-Saharan and trans-Atlantic trade networks; traditional religion, Islam and Christianity; European colonialism and African resistances; and decolonization.

HIST 3392. History of Southern, Eastern and Central Africa. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
A history of Southern, Eastern, and Central Africa from the earliest times to the present. The course emphasizes continuities and changes in African culture, African participation in Indian Ocean and Middle Eastern trade networks and the impact of European colonization. It examines important themes like Bantu migration and state formation in Central Africa; the emergence of Ethiopian kingdom; the impact of the Zulu Mfecane; Swahili culture and Omani rule in East Africa; Dutch settlement and the development of apartheid; and the achievement of Black majority rule in South Africa.

HIST 3396. Cooperative Study. 1-3.
Prerequisite: Approval Coop Coordinator.
A supervised work experience program for a minimum of three academic quarters at a site in business, industry or government. For sophomore, junior or senior level students who wish to obtain successive on-the-job experience in conjunction with their academic training.

HIST 3398. Internship. 1-9.
Prerequisite: 60 Semester Hours.
A supervised, credit-earning work experience of one academic quarter with a previously approved business firm, private or government agency. Credit is allowed in elective areas.

HIST 4400. Directed Study. 1-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110 and 2112.
Covers special topics and seminars external to regular course offerings.

HIST 4410. Colonial America From Pre-Columbus to 1789. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 2112.
Covers the American experience from first interaction between Native Americans and Europeans through colonization by the Spanish, French and English, the eighteenth century wars for dominance, the American Revolution, and the founding of the United States. The course will explore issues such as development of class structure and family life, religion, political and intellectual movements and interaction between various racial ethnic groups.

HIST 4411. The United States to 1837. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 2112.
Covers the presidencies of Washington and Adams, the age of Jefferson, the impact of the War of 1812, the era of good feelings and Jacksonian democracy. The course will look at reform and the development of a national culture.

HIST 4440. Medieval Europe. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
A history survey of the origins of European culture. Focuses on the period between the fourth and the fourteenth centuries, during which time Europe achieved its own form of cultural unity distinct from that of its Mediterranean neighbors.

HIST 4444. Renaissance and Reformation Europe. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
A survey of the changing patterns of thought that radically altered European society between the 14th and 17th centuries. The renaissance of art, the triumph of individualism, the rise of Protestantism, and the reformation of the Church will be studied in their social, political and intellectual contexts.

HIST 4445. Age of the Enlightenment. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
A contextualized discussion of major developments in European thought during the eighteenth century. Topics include rationalism and the notion of the social applicability of science, the idea of progress, the critique of established religion, economic theories such as those of the Physiocrats, and epistemological interests as expressed in the Encyclopedie of Diderot and d'Alembert, as well as the increased cosmo- politianism and the importance of extra-European models (especially the Chinese Confucian model).

HIST 4451. Civil War and Reconstruction. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 2112.
Causes and development of the U.S. Civil War from 1830. Includes an analysis of the political, social and economic aspects of the Reconstruction Era.

HIST 4454. Twentieth Century Europe. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
A survey of European history from 1914 to the present. The course focuses on the main forces that have shaped Europe such as the Second Industrial Revolution and the development of mass society. It examines women's issues, the rise of Fascism, the impact of existentialism on philosophy, literature and art, the collapse of Euro-communism and progress toward European Union.

HIST 4455. Twentieth Century Russia. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
A study of Russia in the 20th century that examines in detail the birth, life, international influence, death and aftermath of the Soviet Union and relates these events to Russian and world history.

HIST 4456. World War II. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110.
A survey of the causes, events and results of World War II. The course emphasizes military history and the global nature of the conflict but also examines the economic, political and diplomatic aspects of the war.

HIST 4461. Gilded Age & Progressive Era. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 2112.
An examination of the expansion, industrialization, and urbanization of the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and of the era's cultural, political, economic, intellectual and social issues.

HIST 4471. Recent United States History. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 2112.
Recent United States History, 1939-present. Considers domestic political history, an overview of foreign policy, economic growth and change, and social cultural reform movements.

HIST 4475. War and Revolution in Southeast Asia. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110 and 2112.
Studies the responses of the traditional cultures of Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia to outside influences and modernizing forces in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries; considers both world wars, the Indochina Wars in the context of the Cold War and their impact on Europe and the United States.

HIST 4490. Special Topics in History. 1-3 credit hours.
Prerequisite: HIST 1110 and 2112.
Selected special topics of interest to faculty and students.

HIST 4499. Senior Seminar. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HIST 2275 AND 3376, with 'C' or better.
A combined tutorial and seminar in which students research and write a senior thesis in addition to making a computer based presentation in class.

HONORS (HON)

HON 2290. Honors Seminar. 3-0-3
Prerequisite: Admission to the Undergraduate Honors Program.
A special topics course offered exclusively for students admitted to the
Undergraduate Honors Program and designed to examine a single theme or issue from a variety of disciplinary perspectives, providing students with the opportunity to work individually or collaboratively on a cross-disciplinary project.

HON 3000. Honors Colloquium. 1-0-1.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Undergraduate Honors Program.
A course designed to explore different disciplinary perspectives on knowledge
and its acquisition, fostering faculty-student interchange in a seminar setting. Students also participate in three or more cultural/intellectual activities beyond the classroom. Required of all students in the Undergraduate Honors Program, the Colloquium may be repeated to meet the expectations of Fundamental Three of the Honors curriculum.

HON 4400. Honors Directed Study. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Undergraduate Honors Program.
A course designed to accommodate traditional or applied learning experiences exclusive of those offered in other Honors courses.

HON 4490. Honors Special Topics. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Undergraduate Honors Program.
A course addressing special topics of interest to Honors students and faculty.

HON 4499. Honors Senior Capstone Experience.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Undergraduate Honors Program and senior status.
A project designed by the senior Honors student and reflecting original research,
an original synthesis of existing research, an application of existing research to a new context, or the application of special skills to the creation and coordination of a substantial service learning project in the student's major. Required of all students in the Undergraduate Honors Program.

HUMAN SERVICES (HS)

HS 2233. Overview of Human Services. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: READ 0099 if required.
The course devotes attention to developing a philosophy of the helping relationship and direct exposure to field experiences in public and social services. This course covers the broad spectrum of career options relating to meeting human needs existent in the mid-20th century. The student will begin the development of a portfolio for completion during PSS 4498, Capstone Seminar. Students are required to complete 20 hours of volunteer work.

HS 3200. Social Welfare Policy. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HS 2233.
This course will provide students with an overview of American social welfare policy and the problems that they address. Attention will also be given to social welfare in a global society.

HS 3300. Human Socialization. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: SOCI 2201 or PSYC 2201.
An overview of the development of human beings focusing on the socialization process and its effect on personal and social functioning.

HS 3313. Interviewing Skills and Crisis Management. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HS 2233.
This course combines fundamental interviewing skills for crisis and non-crisis settings. The course introduces basic methods used by human service workers, providing an applied approach to interviewing and intervention. The goal of this course is to expose the student to a variety of perspectives and techniques used by all human service workers. A model for crisis intervention and problem-solving is the central focus rather than any one specific theoretical approach.

HS 3320. Working with Support Groups. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HS 3313.
This course will focus on introducing students to the basic theory, skills, methods, and values necessary to lead support groups. These groups are not designed to be in-depth therapeutic experiences but to deal with individuals experiencing general problems of everyday life.

HS 3322. Aging and the Family. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HS 2233 or PSYC 2201.
This course will introduce students to family systems theory and practice in relation to working with older adults and their families. The impact on nursing home placement, Alzheimer's disease, death and dying, and depression as it is related to family function will be stressed. Services and solutions to aging related problems will be included.

HS 3324. Death & Dying. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HS 2233 or PSYC 2201.
This course was designed to provide a clearer understanding of death and dying, bereavement and loss. This course will attempt to "take death out of the closet," present many viewpoints, and highlight the important areas that surround this topic. Skills needed to work with the dying and their families will be stressed.

HS 3335. Working with Families. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HS 2233.
This course will provide students with an overview of the basic theoretical models used for family interventions. Students will also learn beginning skills for family group work.

HS 4400. Directed Study in Human Services. 1-3.
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and department chair.
This course covers special topics and seminars external to regular course offerings. May include original research projects and practicum experiences.

HS 4410. Ethics in the Helping Profession. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HS 2233.
This course will provide students with an understanding of the importance of ethics and values in the Human Service Profession. Students will examine how their own personal and professional values affect their practice and will learn models for ethical decision making. Also students will learn how to become sensitive to different value systems.

HS 4415. Principles of Child Welfare. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HS 2233.
This course is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive overview of child welfare as a societal concern. Students will become aware of the historical development of children's problems, services, and the issues facing children today.

HS 4420. Dynamics of Family Violence. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HS 2233.
This course will provide students with a working knowledge of family violence issues. Students will become familiar with different theories regarding causation and treatment as well as society's response to family violence.

HS 4490. Special Topics in Human Services. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and department chair.
Selected topics of interest to faculty and students.