University of Texas at El Paso
AC-1: Academic Courses

Inventory and descriptions are listed below: CE 5356 - Sustainable Engr. Design Sustainable Engineering Design Fundamentals from engineering and science to develop an in-depth understanding of sustainable design principles. Students will be exposed to emerging concepts such as zero energy and net positive energy engineering systems. The course will focus on the areas of sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, materials and resources, indoor environmental quality and innovation and design processes. EE 4395 - Special Topics (Energy Renewability) This course in sustainability engineering is interdisciplinary and covers design, manufacturing, supply and systems aspects of sustainability engineering. The course will present the case for global sustainability, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), energy management, design for the environment, carbon footprint analysis, degradation studies, ethical consumerism, and computer modeling. ESE 6316 - Sustainable Energy Concepts of sustainable development. Economic development and economic growth. Discussion of energy resources, extraction, conversion, and end-use, with an emphasis on meeting regional and global energy needs. Discussion of renewable energy technologies (solar, wind, biomass, and geothermal) in the context of political, social, economic, and environmental goals. IE 5390 - Special Topics (Sustainability Engineering) This course in sustainability engineering is interdisciplinary and covers design, manufacturing, supply and systems aspects of sustainability engineering. The course will present the case for global sustainability, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), energy management, design for the environment, carbon footprint analysis, degradation studies, ethical consumerism, and computer modeling. PHIL 5303 - Ethics in Engineering (Sustainability Ethics) PHIL 4352 - Ethics in Engineering (Sustainability Ethics) Study of waste management from cradle to grave; generation, storage, transportation, treatment, disposal, exchanges and minimization. The program emphasizes legislative and technical aspects with focus on treatment and disposal technologies. Analysis and design covers physical, chemical, thermal or biological processes with general applications in the industrial and energy-producing sectors. Special wastes, such as high-technology, infectious and radioactive, are addressed as case studies. Prerequisites: A BS degree in Engineering or Chemistry, graduate standing in engineering or chemistry or department approval. CHSC 6301 - Multicultural Effects on Health Focus on the influence of various cultures (e.g. racial, ethnic, socio-economic, age related and geographic) on health care delivery and research. Cultural patterns, beliefs and expectations related to health care and health outcomes are explored and analyzed. Research methods, recruitment of subjects, data collection procedures and instrumentation are analyzed in relationship to various cultural groups. Priority needs for health care and research in various cultural groups are compared. CE 6313 - Water Resources Mgmt. Technological and institutional approaches for managing water resources; the planning process; systems analysis methods; comprehensive integration of engineering, economic, environmental, legal and political considerations in water resources development and management; issues and future directions. OSCM 3321 - Production/Operations Mgmt. Production management and its relationship to marketing, finance, and accounting functions are described. Forecasting demand, aggregate planning, inventory planning and control, and scheduling provide the basis for linking strategic plans to the production plan. Other topics discussed include: quality control, product and process design, facility location and layout, productivity improvement and project management. OSCM 3333 - Production Planning & Control Material planning and control systems utilizing material requirements planning (MRP) techniques. Production planning, master production scheduling, MRP, capacity requirements planning, and shop floor control techniques are examined from both conceptual and practical standpoints OSCM 5311 - Inventory and Materials Mgmt This course addresses the issues and approaches associated with managing the inventory and flow of raw materials, work-in-process, finished goods, and supplies to ensure/ enhance the organization’s competitiveness and profitability. Topics will include outsourcing or make-or-buy decisions, international/global sourcing, and computer-based inventory/materials systems, as well as the formulation and application of quantitative models for inventory analysis and decision making. The concepts, principles, and strategic impact of some of the more significant approaches in production/inventory planning and control, such as just-in-time systems material requirements planning and enterprise resource planning, will be discussed. ESCI 1301 - Introduction to Environmental Science ESCI 4301 - Environmental Science Senior Seminar Accounting & Information Systems CIS 3350 Design of Information Systems. Students will be exposed to the concept of IT Green. African American Studies AFST 2300 Introduction to African American Studies (3-0) A historical survey of the African American Experience from its origins in African culture to the present. Major themes include the African heritage, the middle passage, slavery, segregation, second class citizenship, survival skills, gender politics, and their impact on the enduring black community. AFST 2301 Theories In African American Studies (3-0) A survey of major theories of the Afican American Experience as seen through the works of African American scholars and writers from the 19th century to the present. Authors studied range from Carter G. Woodson, and Anna J. Cooper and W.E.B. Du Bois to current Afrocentric intellectuals (Bell Hooks, Molefie Asante, Cornell West, and Henry L. Gates). AFST 3390 Topics in African American Studies (3-0) An examination of a currently relevant subject from the perspective of African American Studies. Topics will vary and will be drawn from Social Sciences, Humanities, Fine Arts, Science and Technology, and Education. May be repeated for credit when topic varies. Economics & Finance These courses shown below in green make a substantial contribution to sustainability in that they deal with the analysis, quantification and comparison of economic problems in the various facets that our society encounters them and discuss means by which to measure and understand patterns, trends and outcomes. Sustainability and improvement can then be achieved based on the results of these analyses. ECON 2303. Principles of Economics (C). Principles of Economics (3-0) (Common Course Number ECON 2301) A survey of the basic principles of economics designed to give a broad understanding of the economy; primary attention is given to aggregate problems and issues considered of particular importance to the nation. ECON 2304. Principles of Economics (C). Principles of Economics (3-0) (Common Course Number ECON 2302) A survey of basic principles of economics designed to provide an analytical understanding of markets, prices, and production. ECON 3302. Intermed Macroeconomic Theory. Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory (3-0) A study of national income accounting and theory; emphasis is placed on the classification and analysis of conventional spending sectors and their effect on income and employment; a critical survey of policy applications that affect the level of income and employment. ECON 3303. Intermed Microeconomic Theory. Intermediate Microeconmic Theory (3-0) A study of cost, demand, and price theory; the concepts, assumptions, and policy implications of aspects of particular equilibrium and general equilibrium theory; a critical survey of various concepts of the scope, methods, and approaches to economics. ECON 3310. Managerial Economics. Managerial Economics (3-0) The course covers microeconomic concepts relevant to managerial decision-making. Topics include demand and supply analysis, consumer demand theory, forecasting, production and cost analysis, market structure, risk analysis and regulatory theory. Applications, including simulation, are used for an understanding of the economic tools and their potential use for solving real- world problems. ECON 3320. Money and Banking. Money and Banking (3-0) A description of the history and present characteristics of the money and banking structure of the United States. Special emphasis is placed on monetary policy as it affects the level of economic activity. ECON 3325. Public Choice. Public Choice (3-0) Public Choice is the economic study of collective decision making through political representation and government. Topics studied by political scientists such as the constitutional process, voting behavior, logrolling, government bureaucracy and regulation, special interest groups, and vote-maximizing behavior of political candidates are analyzed using the tools of an economist. ECON 3334. Regional Economics. Regional Economics (3-0) Location theory, factors influencing regional growth and techniques of analysis. Description of economic regions and analysis of interaction among economic regions. ECON 3335. Urban Economics. Urban Economics (3-0) Investigation of economic forces in metropolitan areas. Topics covered include urban growth patterns, metropolitan economic performance, real estate markets, local public finance, and location theory. ECON 3351. Industrial Organ & Govern Pol. Industrial Organization and Government Policies (3-0) A study of the impact of government policy on the economy, emphasizing effects of governmental regulation on manufacturing and service industries, public utilities and other segments of the economy. ECON 3366. Economics of Latin America. Economics of Latin America (3-0) Considers economic theory and current problems of monetary and fiscal policy, regional economic integration, land reform, export patterns, and industrialization. The emphasis is institutional rather than analytical. ECON 3367. Economic Development. Economic Development (3-0) A course concerned with problems of economic growth in the less developed countries. Consideration is given to patterns and problems of human and material resource utilization, capital formation, investment criteria, inflation and the development of innovative techniques. Emphasis is placed on the application of analytical concepts to the problems of economic development. ECON 3372. Mathematical Economics. Mathematical Economics (3-0) Basic concepts and operations of mathematical logic and their application to economic analysis. ECON 3373. Introduction to Econometrics. Introduction to Econometrics (3-0) An introductory course designed to acquaint the student with the basic concepts employed in model building, different types of economic models, problems and techniques of quantifying models, and the use of such models for public and business policy. ECON 4312. Current Issues in Banking. Current Issues in Banking (3-0) An analysis of current problems in commercial banking from the points of view of the banks, their regulators, and the public. ECON 4325. International Economics. International Economics (3-0) Principal theories of international trade: foreign exchange markets, international capital flows, barriers to trade, international economic institutions, and the economics of regional trade integration. ECON 4330. Public Sector Economics. Public Sector Economics (3-0) Financial administration by agencies of local, state, and federal government; principles of taxation; sales, property income, and inheritance taxes; analysis of government expenditures and public credit. ECON 4335. Economics & Law. Economics and Law is a natural fit. Economics is the science of rational choice in a world in which resources are limited relative to human desires. The legal environment, in turn, determines the "rules of the game" as played by rational decision makers. It is quite natural for economists to question the origin, nature, and consequences of those rules as they pertain to individual and group choice behavior. Economic methods will be applied to analyze law and the law's effect on ECON 4340. Economics of Labor. Economics of Labor (3-0) A study of the basic principles, historical background and characteristics of labor markets; theories of wages, wage structures, collective bargaining and the role of government in labor problems. ECON 4368. Economy of Mexico. Economy of Mexico (3-0) A survey of the growth and change of the Mexican economy. Emphasis is placed on the description and analysis of recent and current economic policy. FIN 2350. Managing Entrepreneur Finance. Managing Entrepreneurial Finance (3-0) This course develops basic financial management concepts and applies them to the start-up, operation, expansion, and sale of small business firms. The principles of accounting, economics, finance, and management will be combined to provide the student with the essentials for obtaining and managing the finances of a small business. Completion of this course will prepare future entrepreneurs with the skills required to successfully manage the financial challenges of a small company. The teaching approach will combine lecturers, case studies, presentations by regional practitioners, and classroom discussion. This course is a core course in the Entrepreneurship Certification Program. FIN 3310. Business Finance. Business Finance (3-0) An introduction to the concepts of finance as applied in a business environment. Topics typically covered include financial environment, time value of money, valuation, capital budgeting, capital structure, and working capital management. FIN 3315. Investments. Investments (3-0) Introduction to the analysis of investment media, means of purchasing and selling securities, and personal investment decision-making. Emphasis is given to determinants of growth, safety, and income and to problems involved in achieving objectives. FIN 3317. Principles of Insurance. Principles of Insurance (3-0) This course is designed to introduce students to the principles of risk management and insurance. Students will become familiar with the basic concepts of risk and insurance, introductory and advanced topics in risk management, legal principles, property and liability insurance, life and health insurance, employee benefits, social insurance, and functional and financial operations of insurers. FIN 3321. Real Estate Finance & Investmt. Real Estate Finance and Investment (3-0) This course is a survey of real estate investment, appraisal and valuation, finance, market analysis. Topics also include site selection, design, market analysis, financial feasibility, and management in the real estate development process. FIN 3325. Money & Capital Markets. Money and Capital Markets (3-0) Analysis of the instruments and institutions of the money and capital markets and emphasis on the roles of these markets in the economy. FIN 3330. Finance for Entrepreneurs. This course enhances knowledge of basic financial management concepts and applies them to starting up, operating, expanding, and selling small business firms. Emphasis will be placed on evaluation and preparation of financing packages for securing financing from banks, venture, capitalists, and government agencies. Working capital management will be covered in detail. Completion of this course will prepare future entrepreneurs with the skills required to successfully manage the financial challenges of a small business venture. FIN 3350. Personal Financial Planning. Personal Financial Planning (3-0) A study of modern financial management from the personal point of view. Budgeting, uses of savings, consumer credit, forms of insurance, and estate planning are among the topics discussed. FIN 4310. Managerial Finance. Managerial Finance (3-0) The development and utilization of financial plans, policies and practices in business eneterprises. Particular emphasis is given to illustrative problems and cases. FIN 4311. Commercial Bank Management. Commercial Bank Management (3-0) The theory and practice of bank asset and liability management in the context of a liquidity-profitability conflict. FIN 4312. Current Issues in Banking. Current Issues in Banking (3-0) An analysis of current problems in commercial banking from the points of view of the banks, their regulators, and the public. FIN 4315. Portfolio Analysis. This course is based on modern portfolio analysis techniques. It utilizes mean-variance analysis to determine efficient portfolios and presents techniques for calculating efficient frontiers. It also utilizes single and multi index models to calculate the correlation structure of security returns and simplify the portfolio selection process. It further examines models of equilibrium in capital markets, international diversification and other portfolio selection models, such as safety-first. The course will utilize the computer to demonstrate and explore the various implications of portfolio analysis. FIN 4316. Analysis of Derivatives. Analysis of Derivatives (3-0) This course examines the organizational structure and institutional futures in the trading of derivatives. Topics include the institutional nature of options and features markets; investment, hedging, and speculative strategies in them; the valuation of options on stocks, index, and foreign exchange futures prices. FIN 4318. Fin Anal of Firm & Valuation. Financial Analysis of the Firm and Its Valuation An advanced inquiry into the techniques of analysis of the firm?s book and market values, and new investments. The analysis of book value based on historical performance concentrates on the techniques of analysis of the firm?s accounting financial statements as an aid to extraction and evaluation of information for interpretation and decision- making by lenders, investors, and others. The analysis of market value based on expected performance concentrates on the fundamental techniques of analysis of the firm?s bonds an stocks, inclusive of their pricing theorems, reinvestment rate assumptions, effects on price-earnings multipliers, and implications of the valuation of the firm?s growth rate. Finally, the analysis of new investments on the firm?s market value concentrates on the capital budgeting process, inclusive of cash flows, risk, and capital costs. FIN 4324. Finance fr Hospitality/Tourism. Finance for Hospitality/Tourism (3-0) Financial management and revenue maximization in the international hospitality/tourism industry are covered. Topics include interpretation and analysis of financial statements, forecasting, budget preparation and application of Cost-Volume-Profit and Yield Management models. FIN 4325. International Finance. This course examines the financial operations of the firm from an international point of view. Topics include the history of international finance, foreign exchange markets, exchange rate determination, foreign exchange exposures (risks) for the multinational firm and techniques to hedge such exposures, international bond, equity and currency markets, trade documentation, and international capital budgeting. Economic, transaction, and accounting exposures and methods to mitigate these with foreign currency options, futures, forwards, and swaps are examined, as are the international business activities of countries (the balance of payments). FIN 4328. Central Banking. Central Banking (3-0) A study of the history, economic functions, operating techniques, and policies of central banks. Emphasis is given to concurrent problems of monetary policy and control. FIN 4396. Internship in Finance. Internship in Finance (0-0-3) Exposure to the application of financial management and/or investment topics in a business environment. Marketing & Management Educational Leadership & Foundations (Rincones) EDAD 5310 - Administrative Leadership An introduction to the roles and functions of the school administrator emphasizing administrative and organizational theory and practice; identifies the primary knowledge, skills and competencies required to be an effective school administrator. EDAD 5312 - Instructional Leadership An introduction to the roles and responsibilities of the supervisor or school administrator as an instructional leader; emphasizes systematic classroom observation, evaluation of teaching, and clinical supervision. EDAD 5340 - School Community Leadership Treats interpersonal relations and human variables in groups and formal organizations with special emphasis on schools and organizations; identifies strategies for the school principal to improve work group effectiveness. EDAD 5342 - Educational Law An introduction to the federal and state legal systems including constitutional provisions, federal and state regulations, and court decisions affecting public education; includes student and employee rights and responsibilities, statutory and assumed authority of school boards, relations with employee organizations, civil liability of school personnel and elements of due process EDAD 5345 - Ed Leadrshp in Diverse Society Overview and systematic application of essential qualitative inquiry skills appropriate for use by school leaders to investigate issues of inclusion and diversity and generate effective curricular, instructional and administrative policies and practices. EDAD 5346 - Ed Prgm Planning & Evaluation Opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to plan and manage regular and special school programs; includes policy formulation, goal setting, and evaluation emphasizing data-based management systems; requires field-base component EDAD 5352 - Integ Sem Inst Lead & Prof Dev This course is designed to introduce prospective school leaders to the interconnections among major improvement initiatives while enhancing the role of campus administration whereby instructional leaders must seek continuous improvement processes designed to meet and exceed state accountability standards. The course incorporates the state-mandated and school district-required Instructional Leadership Development (ILD) training and Professional Development and Appraisal System (PDAS) training modules. EDAD 5380 - Schl Organiz, Reform & Renewal Describes systems, cultural and community approaches to the school organization; emphasizes institutionalization of organization development in school districts and essential competencies for organization reform and renewal. EDAD 5384 - Educ Facilities Management Identifies the knowledge, skills, and competencies required of the school administrator to manage educational facilities; includes population projections and needs assessments, planning developing educational specifications, site selection, capital outlay, and costs; covers rehabilitating existing buildings, maintenance and operations, and equipment management. EDAD 5385 - Ethics of Leadershp in Educ. This course examines classic to contemporary works in philosophy, political science, history, literature, and other disciplines in an attempt to understand the importance of ethics and to imbue the value and necessity of ethical principles in our educational leaders. EDAD 5388 - Central Office Administration Critical aspects of central office administration including personnel, programs, budget, planning, evaluation, school board relations, state and federal influences, and general administration of a school district EDAD 5393 - Higher Education Law This course will emphasize the legal environment of postsecondary education, legal processes, and analysis of problems incurred in the American system of higher education. This course will also examine past and present legal precedence as established by state, federal, and supreme courts. EDAD 5394 - Higher Education Governance The purpose of this course is to expose the student to the literature on management of higher education institutions. This course will help future higher education leaders understand the distinctive organizational and behavioral features of colleges and universities, and use this knowledge to better manage and lead their institutions EDAD 5396 - Higher Education Finance This course will provide an overview of the economics and financing of postsecondary education in the United States. It will include an introduction to economic theory as applied to institutions of higher learning, financial trends in funding America's colleges and universities, federal investments in higher education, tuition and fee trends, and state policy and budgeting processes. The course will briefly review the basic elements of fiscal management at the institutional level. EDAD 5397 - Student Development Theory The purpose of this course is to examine a range of human development theories that offer insight into processes of student learning, growth, and development during the college years. Special focus will be directed toward understanding the implications of these theories for and practice of education in general and student affairs in particular EDAD 6301 - Hist & Phil Foundations-Educat This course is organized around four central themes: 1) the moral dimensions of teaching and enculturation of the young in a democracy; 2) Problems of access to knowledge; 3) The notion of pedagogical nurturing; and 4) The stewardship of schools in educative communities. Key readings include selections from Plato, Rousseau, Dewey, and Goodlad EDAD 6304 - Organizat'l Theory/Development This course focuses on change and reform in education and the theories and professional practices used to create organizational change EDAD 6307 - Adv Legal/Ethic Aspects Leader This course examines the legal and ethical issues that face educational leaders, including responsibilities, accountibility, the public interests and professionalism. Students will also analyze and synthesize the judicial interpretations of constitutions, statutes, rules and regulations, and the common law with special focus on individual student's interests. EDAD 6308 - State/Local Educ Fin Policies Examination of research, as well as theoretical and practical foundations of economic and social accountibility in educational organizations. Students will conduct comparative analysis of state educational finance policies, with emphasis on the relationships between the principles of accountability, adequacy, equity, and quality. EDAD 6312 - Educ Leadership In Metro Areas This course examines the social, economic and political characteristics of urban communities and the relationship of education to social settings. The role of leadership, interest groups, and pressure groups is examined, as is the conversation processes and conflict resolution in a context of large, complex urban/minority school districts and the creation of alternative delivery systems Educational Psychology & Special Services Teacher Education Civil Engineering Computer Science Electrical & Computer Engineering EE 1300. Energy Issues in the 21st Cent. A survey of the sources, uses, technologies, economics, environmental effects, policies and legislation related to energy. Information on different types of energy sources, and the current technologies that use them, are presented. Projections are included based on current facts and possible future scenarios. EE 4220. Senior Project Laboratory. Senior Project Laboratory (2-4) Research & Analysis leading to a preliminary design for an approved engineering project. Includes formal project proposal and work plan; specification of functional, performance and cost goals; generation of computer-aided design documents and simulation or modeling results. Design process is concluded in EE 4230 through prototyping, testing and revisions. EE 4230. Senior Project Lab II. Senior Project Laboratory II (1-2) Laboratory development of special projects concerned with various electrical systems. Small group or individual semester projects are stressed. EE 5380. Energy Sustainability. This course will provide understanding of conventional and sustainable energy production and utilization that will serve as a foundation for Renewable Energy Systems in the context of the current energy infrastructure. In this course, the various alternative energy sources available, including renewable energy (hydroelectric, solar, wind, nuclear, biomass, and geothermal) will be analyzed. Each energy source's pros and cons based on our needs, availability, and environmental impact aspects will be discussed. EE 5390/4395 Special Topics (Applied Photovoltaics) Semiconductors have emerged as the most promising material class of materials that can convert sunlight directly into electrical energy. This course presents the fundament principles of the solar energy conversion process and the most common cell technologies are discussed. A range of semiconductor materials are discussed for their potential use in photovoltaic applications, considering the material properties that affect the device performance, including efficiency, cost and environmental conditions (e.g., terrestrial or space applications and duration of sunshine), and the availability and toxicity of the raw materials. This course will also cover a range of fundamental problems and the relationship between the physics, material science, and technology aspects of solar cell development. Students will learn the fundamental and quantitative principles of the solar energy, as well as its potential economic and societal impact. Engineering Education and Leadership Industrial, Manufacturing & Systems Engineering Mechanical Engineering Dr. Benedict ESE 6312 Energy Policy Analysis and Economic Modeling (I teach this, and we have an emphasis on sustainability as a framework) ESE 6314 Energy Systems Engineering (this is more of an engineering course. When I taught it, I tried to relate it to sustainability in a small way.) ESE 6316 Sustainable Energy – taught by Dr. Evgeny Shafirovich of ME – title reflects emphasis ESE 6318 Energy Use and Climate Change ESE 6320 Advanced Topics in Energy Engineering Environment and Energy Projects ESE 6306 Principles of Experimental & Engineering Design I have touched on sustainability as an engineering design constraint; however, that may not be common. ESE 6307 Interdisciplinary Environmental and Energy Problem-solving (because energy problem solving is closely tied to sustainability, it is an emphasis for me when I teach it. Metallurgical & Materials Engineering Art Communication Writing Criminal Justice English History History History 3321. 19th Century American West (3-0) Focuses on the frontier and the American character, the westward movement to the Pacific Slope, conflict with the American Indian and other ethnic minority groups, women and the West, and exploitation of natural resources. The course will center on the Trans-Mississippi frontier with emphasis on the arid West. History 3322. 20th Century American West (3-0) examines the new West in terms of conservation policies, natural resource issues, urbanization, tourism, economic development, immigration, and cultural conflict. Regions covered include the Great Plains, the Rocky Mountain States, the arid West and the Pacific Slope. History 3323. American Indian History (3-0) A survey of the history of the North American Indians from the Pre-Columbian period to the present Examines the inter-tribal relations as well as Indian-European and Indian-Anglo American interactions. Emphasis on Trans-Mississippi West tribes and events. History 3348. Environmental History of Latin America. This course will explore the environmental history of Latin America from Pre-Columbian times to the present. Among the issues we will examine are the environmental results of the arrival of Europeans, the ongoing destruction of rain forests, environmentalism in Mexico, the impact of urbanization, and the changes in the environment along Mexico’s border with the United States. History 5306. Studies in World History: Environmental History. The primary aim of the course is to introduce students to some of the basic works and issues of world environmental history. Environmental history is a relatively new field, but prompted by growing environmental awareness in contemporary societies, scholars are increasingly finding that a better understanding of history’s environmental dimension sheds new light on their political, economic, social and cultural concerns. Topics will include the growth of urban networks, the role of science, environment and empire, the process and implications of domestication, disease, climate patterns, and industrialization. History 5209. Studies in Latin American History: Environmental History of Latin America. The primary aim of the course is to introduce students to some of the basic works and issues of environmental history of Latin America, in both colonial and modern periods. This is a relatively new and underdeveloped field, but prompted by growing environmental awareness in contemporary societies, scholars are increasingly finding that a better understanding of history’s environmental dimension sheds new light on their political, economic, social and cultural concerns. Topics will include the Columbian Exchange, the impact of livestock on American ecosystems, deforestation, and disease, the historical role of natural disasters, the impact of banana monoculture, and the creation of national parks. Languages & Linguistics Music Philosophy Psychology PSYC 1301. Introduction to Psychology (C). Introduction to Psychology (3-0) (Common Course Number PSYC 2301) A survey of basic principles in general psychology. PSYC 1303. Statistical Methods. Statistical Methods (3-0) (Common Course Number PSYC 2301) A study of the basic concepts of descriptive and inferential statistics as applied to research in the behavioral sciences. Topics may include descriptive statistics, experimental design, correlation, analysis of variance, and non-parametric tests. Required of all psychology majors and minors. PSYC 2302. Social Psychology. Social Psychology (3-0) (Common Course Number PSYC 2319) The study of the individual in the social context. Consideration of topics such as social cognition, person perception, nonverbal communication, social influence, attitudes, prosocial behavior, aggression, and applied social psychology. PSYC 2306. Psychology of Personality. Psychology of Personality (3-0) (Common Course Number PSYC 2316) A study of the normal personality. Includes such topics as biological and social determinants of personality; appraisal of personality; and reactions to anxiety, frustration, and conflict. PSYC 2310. Life Cycle Development. Life Cycle Development (3-0) (Common Course Number PSYC 2312) The study of the psychological development and adjustment of the individual through the life span. PSYC 3201. Gen Experimental Psychology. General Experimental Psychology (2-0) Introduction to the planning and execution of experiments in psychology and the analysis and interpretation of data. PSYC 3331. Cross-Cultural Psychology. Cross-Cultural Psychology (3-0) This course focuses on how culture affects the thoughts and behavior of individuals and small groups. Specific issues covered vary but may include defining culture, cross-cultural research methods, and identification of cultural differences and cultural universals. PSYC 3347. Behavior Modification. Behavior Modification (3-0) A review of the application of experimental principles of learning for behavior change. Topics include: applications of classical, operant, and cognitive learning in clinical, educational, family, and socio-cultural settings. PSYC 3350. Health Psychology. Health Psychology (3-0) Introduces students to the concepts, theory, and research that comprise health psychology. Emphasis is placed on understanding the relationships among psychological and behavioral factors, and psychological well-being, wellness, and disease. PSYC 4317. Advanced Statistics. Advanced Statistics (3-0) Further study of experimental design, analysis of variance, covariance, correlation, orthogonal polynomials, complex experimental designs, non-parametric statistics. PSYC 4321. Judgment and Decision Making. Judgment and Decision Making (3-0) An overview of current models and empirical research on cognitive processes in human decision making and judgment under risk or uncertainty. PSYC 5310. Appl Correlation & Regres Meth. Applied Correlation and Regression Methods (3-0) Reviews correlation techniques, simple and multiple regression, mediated and moderated regression, and several multivariate techniques. Applications of these techniques in psychological research in field settings are discussed. PSYC 5325. Spc Top in Health Psychology. Special Topics in Health Psychology (3-0) Examines relationships among psychological and cultural factors, physical health, and subjective well-being. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. PSYC 5330. Social Behavior. Social Behavior (3-0) Theoretical and applied approaches to individual and group behavior. Topics include social cognition, attitudes and persuasion, group processes, group decision making, intra-and intergroup relations, person and group perception, and cross-cultural issues related to these social processes. PSYC 5331. Cross-Cultural Rsrch Methods. Cross-Cultural Research Methods (3-0) Consideration of the difficulties confronting casual inference in cross-cultural comparisons. The concept of equivalence is examined as it applies to populations, tests and indicators, and controlled manipulations. The role of theory in developing appropriate research strategies is emphasized. A broad range of research methods are examined for their special contributions and difficulties in cross-cultural comparisons. PSYC 5334. Foundations of Research. Foundations of Research (3-0) Design and implementation of research, including observational methods, experiments and quasi-experimental designs, and program evaluation. Solutions to specific, commonly occurring design and statistical problems are emphasized. PSYC 5352. Public Hlth/Comm Intervention. Public Health and Community Interventions (3-0) Reviews empirical evidence concerning the efficacy of a range of programs and interventions that are designed to increase health promoting behaviors and reduce health threatening and high risk behaviors such as teen pregnancy, drinking and driving, smoking, and alcohol and drug use. The efficacy of fear appeals, media campaigns, and related interventions will also be addressed. PSYC 5376. Developmental Psychology. Developmental Psychology (3-0) In this course students will explore, in depth, life-span development with a focus on cognition and mental processes. Topics will include, but are not limited to, the development of reasoning, language, and the neural bases of cognitive development. Students will critically analyze seminal studies and papers from a variety of disciplines, including experimental psychology, cognitive neuroscience and animal learning and behavior. Political Science Political Science Courses - Undergraduate POLS 2107. Texas Constitution. Provides an overview of the Texas Constitution and how it structures the government of the Lone Star State. POLS 2310. Introduction to Politics (C). Introduction to Politics (3-0) (Common Course Number GOVT 2302) An overview of the concepts, principles, and practices of politics as background for the study of American and Texas political institutions. The course may employ an international, comparative, or theoretical focus. POLS 2311. American Gover & Politics (C). American Government and Politics (3-0) (Common Course Number GOVT 2301) A survey of contemporary American, national, state, and local political processes and institutions, with emphasis upon the Constitutions of the United States and Texas. This course meets teacher certification requirements for out-of-state graduate students. POLS 3312. Party System, Campaigns Elect. An analysis of the nature and role of political parties and interest groups and their impact on both the electoral and policymaking processes. POLS 3313. Pub Opinion/Media & Technology. An analysis of the influence of American culture, politics and the media, and technology on political socialization and public opinion. The measurement of public opinion and its influence on our elected officials and public policymaking will also be considered. POLS 3314. Ethnicity & Race In Amer Pol. An analysis of how the combined effects of race, ethnicity and social class affect both citizens and the political process. POLS 3320. Constitutional Law. A study through the use of court cases of the allocation of governmental powers with emphasis on the national government, and an introduction to the judicial function and the American legal system. POLS 3321. Civil Rights & Liberties. A study of the limitations on governmental power in the United States, with primary emphasis on civil and political rights. POLS 3322. Law and Society. An examination of the legal-judicial arrangements in the Western world and particularly the United States, with emphasis on the interaction of legal systems with society. POLS 3332. Political Geography. The study of political phenomena and the impact of decision-making in their spacial context. POLS 3334. Politics in World Regions. The study of political institutions and processes in regions such as Africa, the Middle East and Asia. The course may be repeated under a different topic and/or instruction. POLS 3337. Latin American Politics. A survey of the political institutions and processes of major countries in Latin America. Emphasis is placed on sources of political cleavage and the problems of stability and instability within countries of the region. POLS 3339. Comparative Political Systems. An examination of theories and methods used in comparative political analysis with illustrative cases drawn from a variety of political cultures. POLS 3340. Western Political Heritage I. A study of the ideas of the major political philosophers from the ancient and medieval periods. POLS 3341. Western Political Heritage II. A study of the ideas of the major political philosophers from the Renaissance through the Nineteenth Century. POLS 3342. American Political Thought. A study of American political thought from the colonial period to the present. POLS 3345. Democracy and Democratization. Examines the nature and requisites of democracy, the phenomenon of transitions from non-democratic rule, and the challenges of consolidating and deepening new democracies. Case studies of democratic transition from various world regions will be discussed for comparative purposes. POLS 3350. Intro to Public Administration. A study of management processes involved in the accomplishing of government; analysis of the structure and procedures of the administrative or executive branch of the government, with particular reference to national, state and local governments in the United States. POLS 3351. The Public Policy Process. Issues and techniques in the analysis of public agenda-building, decision-making, implementation and evaluation. Course may be comparative in content and may be repeated under different topic and/or instructor. POLS 3353. State and Local Administration. The administration of state government in the United States with emphasis on administration in the state of Texas. POLS 3354. Internship. A course offered for students who have, or want to be assigned to a work-related experience that is relevant to Political Science. POLS 3360. International Relations. The theory and practice of international politics with particular attention to the forces and processes contributing to conflict and cooperation among global political structures and institutions. POLS 3361. International Security. An investigation into matters related to the security of countries around the world, that pays particular attention to issues such as the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, international war, terrorism, civil war, genocide, disease and ecological disaster. POLS 3362. International Law and Politics. A course that explores the intersection of international law and international politics. Particular attention will be paid to international legal philosophies and the development of international law over time. POLS 3365. Political Simulations. Helps students participate in political simulations, such as the OAS, UN, Congress, and others. Preparation includes learning the structure and procedures of the organization or institution, understanding the objectives of relevant actors, creating proposals to address policy issues, honing verbal argumentation skills, and mastering parliamentary procedure. POLS 3500. Research in Political Science. Help students learn how to carry out research and write papers in political science. Topics include the scientific method, research design, data sources, statistics, and qualitative research. The course introduces appropriate formats for papers in the discipline and reinforces writing skills. POLS 4300. Adv Rsrch Methods/Pol Science. Advanced Research Methods in Political Science (3-0) A study of advanced data generation and statistical analysis techniques. Students will use these techniques in individual or group research projects. POLS 4304. Envir. Just. & Min. Comm U.S.. Environmental Justice and Minority Communities in the U.S. (3-0); Cross listed with AFST 4304; SOCI 4304; ANTH 4304; and CHIC 4304. An examination of environmental justice issues in the U.S., with an emphasis on communities, agencies and efforts that address sustainable development in the U.S.-Mexico border region. The underpinnings of the environmental justice movement in the U.S. and the regional policy formulation and practice implications for these communities will be central to the course. The course may require field trips. POLS 4310. American Legislatures. An examination of the organization, behavior and work of Congress and/or state legislatures in the practice of lawmaking. It will include discussion of the interaction of those legislatures with executives (the president and governor), bureaucracies, and the judiciary in the policymaking process. POLS 4311. The Presidency. An analysis and interpretation of the office of the President in relation to the functions, roles, powers and duties in both domestic and foreign affairs. POLS 4313. Southwestern Border Politics. An examination of how the structures of state and local governments on the United States-Mexico border affects politics in the region. Special emphasis will be given to the study of the electorate, cross-boundary issues and the relationship between the border regions to the federal governments of both countries. POLS 4314. Women, Power and Politics. The course focuses on the distribution of power between women and men in society and the political applications of that distribution. POLS 4315. Latinos In Amer Political Syst. An overview of Latinos in the American political system with emphasis on their impact on political participation, representation, demographic changes, and their quest for political empowerment. POLS 4317. U.S. Constitutional Structure. A detailed survey of how the American constitutional system originated and changed over time, stressing the impact of structure on outcomes. The course emphasizes knowledge about the American political system that is relevant to secondary education. POLS 4318. Teaching Democracy. Examines various civic education content and pedagogical strategies in K-12 education. Also examines public education policy. Especially useful for those who may enter the teaching profession. POLS 4319. Special Topics in Am. Politics. A special listing for courses in the field of American politics that are outside the purview of the above courses but are offered by the departmental faculty. POLS 4322. Legal Reasoning. An examination of the method of reasoning about legal problems which arose out of the common law tradition. A core area of the common law (torts, criminal law, contracts, or property) will be explored in depth through the reading and analysis of case law. The techniques of reasoning in cases will be applied to hypothetical and new case materials. POLS 4323. Courts in Action. This unique course combines instruction in both the theory and practice of law. Through case readings, students will learn about substantive legal issues, how they are analytically treated in legal theory and how they are applied in litigation. Students will also learn about the practical aspects of law by attending actual trials, sentencings, and hearings held both on and off campus, and by talking with lawyers, judges, juries, and law enforcement officers. The course will also include tours through prison and detention facilities, courts, and other institutional settings. POLS 4324. Introduction to Private Law. This course introduces students to the main concepts and considerations and public policy implications of the law of torts, contracts, and property. Issues discussed may range from governmental liability for injuring and killing citizens to the patenting and ownership of new genetic configurations or genetically engineered animals and plants. Particular attention will be given to governmental abuse of power and the private law remedies for such abuse. POLS 4325. Spec Topics in Law & Politics. A special listing for courses in the field of Law and Politics offered by the departmental faculty that are outside the purview of the above courses. POLS 4330. Foreign Policy of the U.S.. A study of the structures and processes of the United States foreign policy decision-making. POLS 4333. European Political Systems. European Political Systems (3-0) A comparative analysis of the political systems of selected European powers and the emerging integration of Europe. POLS 4337. The Politics of Mexico. A study of the political processes and institutions within Mexico. Attention will be given to the political culture of Mexico, the role of interest groups and political parties, the nature of federalism and separation of powers, public policy and administration, and human rights. POLS 4339. US-Latin American Relations. Explores the relations between the United States and the countries of Latin America. Issues examined may include economic integration, narcotrafficking, environmental policy and immigration. Issue and country focus may vary depending on the instructor. POLS 4340. The American Constitution. An analysis of America's founding document and its evolution over time. POLS 4342. Contemporary Political Thought. The ideas of contemporary political thinkers concerning the issues of democracy, dictatorships and the relations between economic systems and political systems. Emphasis also will be placed upon the process of political theorizing today. POLS 4346. Russia's Challenges/21st Cent. An analysis of the sociopolitical problems and challenges facing Russia at the onset of the 21st Century, against the background of the policy choices available in the post-communist and post-9/11 conditions. An assessment of those choices will be made in terms of Russia's historical and political experiences. POLS 4347. European Union Politics. An advanced study of the political structures emerging from New Europe. POLS 4348. Politics/Developing Countries. The study of political culture, institutions and processes of developing countries. Emphasis is placed on institution building, economic development, and ethnic conflict. POLS 4350. Sp Topics in Comparative Gov. A special listing for courses in the field of comparative politics offered by the departmental faculty that are outside the purview of the above courses. POLS 4356. Non-Profit Organizations. Examines leadership, budgets, and collaborative partnerships. Develops skills in proposal-writing and management for the non-profit, public sector. Focuses on the U.S. and/or U.S.-Mexico border, but may include international and comparative perspectives. POLS 4357. Leadership/Civic Participation. Theories and applications on leadership development, relationships with others and strategies in different contexts. POLS 4363. North American Relations. Examines the relations between the three countries of North America, Canada, Mexico, and the United States using applicable theories of regional cooperation and conflict with special emphasis on integration. The course will also develop an understanding of the evolution of the current state of relations among the three. Focus will be on, but not limited to, trade relations, the institutions of NAFTA, security issues, migration, the potential of building a regional community (along economic, political, and social lines), citizen perceptions, and overall economic development. POLS 4364. Internat'l Political Economy. An examination of the relationship between international politics, national policies, and economics regarding international trade, investments, debt, monetary policy and oil. POLS 4365. International Organizations. Examines the development of international organization, such as NATO and the United Nations and considers the legal and constitutional aspects of their creation. It also presents the tools to evaluate the success of international organizations in the management of conflict and the advancement of social, economic and political cooperation. POLS 4368. Conflict Analysis. Examines processes of conflict and cooperation among and within countries. Topics may include interstate war, civil war, conflict resolution techniques, military alliances, economic factors, the role of international organizations, ethnic conflicts, terrorism, and other forms of low-intensity conflict. Students will conduct a theoretical and empirical research project. POLS 4370. Independent Reading in Pol Sci. A research and writing experience for undergraduates in Political Science. Prior approval of the instructor and departmental chair is required before enrollment. POLS 4392. Advanced Analysis of Politics. A research course that stresses the use of qualitative research methods and techniques. Prior approval of the instructor and departmental chair is required before enrollment. POLS 4399. Senior Capstone. A course that is designed to assess the ability of the student to utilize what he or she has learned through the research and writing of a senior paper. Prior approval of the instructor and departmental chair is required before enrollment. Graduate Courses 5310 Seminar in American Political Behavior (3-0) The study of the theories and research about how and why people act politically. Areas of study include: political participation, gender, public opinion, political communication, and race and ethnicity. Course content will vary based on which area of study is highlighted. 5315 Seminar in American Institutions and Processes (3-2) This course is designed to study the various theories and research about the executive, legislative and judicial branches of government in the United States. Course content will vary based on which branch of government is highlighted. 5320 Seminar in Public Law (3-0) Covers a wide range of substantive and/or procedural topics in public law and/or the sociological analysis of the function of law. 5364 Seminar in Public Policy Analysis (3-0) The study of the politics of the policy making process. Emphasis is on the actors involved in public policy-making, their interactions, and the outputs of the policy process. 5339 Seminar in Comparative Political Institutions (3-0) The comparative analysis of political institutions, such as electoral systems, party systems, legislatures, judiciaries, parliamentary vs. presidential systems, cross-border institutions, system of interest representation, and intergovernmental relations. 5330 Seminar in International Politics (3-0) Examines the structures and the interactions that characterize the politics of the international system. Attention is paid to various theoretical perspectives of international relations scholarship and other topics of world politics. 5331 Seminar in International Organization and International Law (3-0) Focuses on the creation and operation of international organizations, both state and non-state based, and on the continuing evolution of international law. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies. 5332 Seminar in Foreign Policy Decision Making (3-0) Examines in detail the process of decision making within individual international actors and the cumulative effects of such decisions. 5338 Seminar in International Political Economy (3-0) Examines the political and economic effects of the interaction of national policies in the global economy, with special attention paid to theory, evidence, and national policies. Topics include: trade policies, monetary policies, financial crises, multinational corporations, intergovernmental economic organizations and treaties, free trade areas, and other issues of economic development. 5349 Seminar in Political Thought (3-0) This course investigates topics of political thought ranging from ancient to modern/contemporary time periods. The subject matter will vary according to the instructor’s choice but will familiarize students with relevant literature and contemporary scholarly discussions of political thought. Sociology & Anthropology Students and faculty are encouraged to conduct research together on environmental/societal issues that concern the sustainability of cultural communities over time. The following is a list of courses offered: CHAIRPERSON: Howard Campbell PROFESSORS EMERITI: Ellwyn Stoddard PROFESSOR: Campbell, Daudistel, Heyman, Chakraborty, Collins, Grineski ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS: Carmichael, Luykx, Morales, Basu, Nunez ASSISTANT PROFESSORS: Slack, Heckert, Leyser-Whalen, Murga, Frederick Major in Sociology Specific requirements are 30 semester hours in Sociology, of which 21 must be at the advanced (3300-4300) level, including SOCI1301, 2312, 3311, and 4301. Major in Anthropology Specific requirements are 30 semester hours in Anthropology, of which at least 18 must be at the advanced (3300-4300) level. ANTH 1301, 1302, and 4380 are required. In addition, two courses must be taken from each of two groups: Archaeology and Physical Anthropology group (1300, 3303, 3304, 3309, 3310, 3347, 3359, 3360, 3380, 3647) and Cultural Anthropology group (3303, 3306, 3309, 3311,3314,3315,3319, 3320, 3321, 3358, 3361, 4308). Other courses (e.g., 4370-Studies in Anthropology) may be substituted in by permission of the department, depending on topic. Single courses may not be double counted for both groups. Students are encouraged to gain fieldwork experience; ANTH 3347 and/or 3647 and/or 3358 are strongly recommended. Two semesters of field courses may be counted toward the major, provided the research topics differ. Minor in Sociology Eighteen semester hours of Sociology are required, 9 of which must be advanced level (including SOCI1301, 3311, and 4301). Minor in Anthropology Eighteen semester hours in Anthropology, including at least 9 at the advanced level. ANTH 1301, 1302, and 4380 are required. Applied Cultural Anthropology Certificate Official Requirements Required: Major or Minor in Anthropology to include the following: Required: ANTH 3311 Applied Cultural Anthropology. Required: ANTH 3358 Ethnographic Methods. Required: ANTH 4303 Internship in Anthropology taken twice, amounting to six Credits. Or three credits of internship plus one course from ANTH 3303, 3315, or 3380 Total: 12 credits as part of major or minor. Cultural Heritage Management Certificate Official Requirements Required: Major or Minor in Anthropology to include the following: Required: ANTH 3380 Cultural and Environmental Resource Management Required: ANTH 3647 Archeological Field Studies. (ANTH 4303, Internship in Anthropology, may be substituted for this requirement with permission of The department, in cases where the work involves Cultural Resource Management. The internship may be taken for two semesters [six credits] or the student may take three internship credits and add an additional three credits from ANTH 3358, 3359, or 3360, with no double counting allowed.) Required: ANTH 3359, Archeological Methods Or ANTH 3360, Laboratory Methods in Archeology. Total: 12 credits as part of major or minor. Anthropology (ANTH) 1101 Laboratory for ANTH 1301 (0-2) Introduction to the nature and interpretation of archeological artifacts and hominoid remains. Emphasis is on processes of making inferences from physical remains. Prerequisite: ANTH 1301. ANTH 1301 may be taken concurrently with ANTH 1101. 1301 Introduction to Physical Anthropology and Archeology (3-0) ("f ANTH 2301 and ANTH 2302; ANTH 2346) Introduction to the evolution of the human adaptive system with particular attention to the somatic and technological components. The biological development of man, from 3.5-million-year-old Lucy to modern Homo sapiens, is discussed and correlated with developments in stone and bronze tools, dwelling types, social groupings, political organization, etc. This course is not prerequisite to ANTH 1302. 1302 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (3-0) (. ANTH 2351) Introduction to the evolution of human behavioral systems with particular Attention to the social and cultural, or ideational components. The variety of types of societies and ideologies is discussed together with the ecological situations to which they are adapted. 1310 Cultural Geography (3-0) Introduction to cultural elements, their spatial distribution, and their interrelationship to the physical environment. (ANTH 1310 is the same course as GEOG 1310 and SOCI1310.) 1311 Social Dimensions of Science and Technology (3-0) Science and technology examined from the perspective of sociological and anthropological theories and methods. The course emphasizes the social character of scientific and technological activities from early to contemporary societies. Possible topics include technologically-oriented workplaces, complex technical systems in society, science and technology in development, and interactions between scientific and non-scientific cultural frameworks. (ANTH 1311 is the same course asSOCI 1311.) 2320 Introduction to Linguistics (3-0) Introduction to basic concepts and techniques of modern linguistics. 3303 Ecological Anthropology (3-0) The study of human societies as part of ecological systems. The use of ecological principles and models in anthropological description and explanation is discussed. Folk models of ecology are also considered. Recommended background: ANTH 1301 and ANTH 1302. (ANTH 3303 is the same course as SOCI3300.) 3304 Biological Anthropology (3-0) The course focuses on human evolution and the biological basis for human behavior. Topics include human phylogeny, physical and behavioral adaptation, genetics, and human diversity. Prerequisite: ANTH 1301. 3306 Cultural Diversity (3-0) A cross-cultural comparison of human behavior addressing the areas of family life, marriage, kinship, and ritual. The course will also deal with the potential for misunderstandings that arise in the context of cross-cultural interactions. (ANTH 3306 is the same course as SOCI 3306). 3309 Mesoamerican Cultures (3-0) A survey of the prehistoric, through contemporary cultures of Mesoamerica, including (among others) Olmec, Maya, Toltec, Aztec, colonial New Spain, Mexico, and Central America. Emphasis will be put on the historical continuities and transformations of Mesoamerica, connecting the past to the present. Recommended background: ANTH 1301 and ANTH 1302. (ANTH 3309 is the same course as SOCI 3309.) .If Texas Common Course Number (TCCN) 3310 Southwestern Archeology (3-0) The development and characteristics of prehistoric Indian societies, from the Elephant Hunters to the Pueblos, is considered with particular attention to the Mogollon, Hohokam, Anasazi, and Casas Grandes areas. Ties of the area to nuclear Mesoamerica will be discussed. Recommended background: ANTH 1301. 3311 Applied Cultural Anthropology (3-0) This course explores applications of cultural anthropological research methods and knowledge. Applications include business, health, non-profit organizations, social services and social justice, environmental management, and education. Students will explore personal and career interests, gaining practical training through class and individual projects, as well as mastering the fundamental literature of applied anthropology. Recommended background: ANTH 1302. 3313 Historic Archeology of the El Paso - Ciudad Juarez Area (3-0) The course provides an overview of the historic development of the El Paso­ Ciudad Juarez region from the earliest mission and presidio settlements to the modern bi-national metropolis. Evidence from archeological materials and archival documents will be considered. Recommended background: ANTH 1301. 3315 Urban Anthropology (3-0) A consideration of the nature of cities, both non-Western and Western, Pre¬ industrial and industrial. The impact of urbanization upon a region and upon individuals will be discussed. Recommended background: ANTH 1302. (SOCI 3315 is the same course as ANTH 3315.) 3319 Indigenous Cultures of Latin America (3-0) A survey of the Native American cultures of Latin America, focusing on patterns Of similarity among groups, and the distribution of different adaptations relative to environmental diversity. Attention will be paid to circumstances and actions of indigenous peoples in contemporary Latin America. Recommended background: ANTH 1302. (SOCI 3317 is the same course as ANTH 3319.) 3320 Indigenous Cultures of North America (3-0) A survey of Native American cultures of the United States and Canada, with an emphasis on their development in various environmental settings, and the regulatory and legal contexts in which they now exist. Recommended background: ANTH 1302. (ANTH 3320 is the same course as SOCI 3320.) 3321 Indians of the Southwest (3-0) Ethnographic and ethno historical perspectives on the socio-politics, economics, belief systems, and technologies of contemporary Native American groups such as the Apache, Hopi, Hualapai, Navajo, Pima, Tarahumara, and Tohono O'odham. May include guest lectures by tribal representatives. Recommended background: ANTH 1302. (ANTH 3321 is the same course asSOCI 3321.) 3325 Chicanos and Mexicans in the United States (3-0) Major social and cultural aspects of the Mexican-origin experience in the United States, including immigrant and generationally-deep populations. Topics may include families, kin, and networks, communities, work, consumption, ethnic identity and racism, social and political movements, religion, gender, and cultural hybridity and change. (ANTH 3325 is the same course as SOCI 3325). 3326 Migration (3-0) Covers migration within and across borders. Considers major theories of migration, social and cultural dimensions of migration, and the experience of migrants. Topics may include migranUimmigrant labor, social and cultural integration, gender, immigration laws and policies, undocumented status, and new directions in migration research. (ANTH 3326 is the same course asSOCI 3326). 3332 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems for the Social Sciences (2-2) Provides an introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS), a tool for integrating and analyzing spatial data to visualize relationships, seek explanations, and develop solutions to pressing societal problems. The foundations of GIS will be emphasized in relation to its applicability in the social sciences. Students will demonstrate knowledge about the history of GIS, data quality and acquisition, interpretation and analysis, and real-world GIS applications. Includes a lab component in which students perform a variety of problem-solving tasks to demonstrate concepts covered in lectures. (ANTH 3332 is the same course as SOCI 3332). 3340 Popular Archeology: Exploring Myths and Mysteries (3-0) Key concepts and approaches in archeology with an emphasis on what archeology means to the public. Emphasis is on developing students' abilities to identify and evaluate scientific and pseudoscientific treatments of the archeological record. Includes discussions of ancient astronauts, lost continents, the Moundbuilders, scientific creationism, and psychic archeology. 3347 Archeological Field Studies (0-0-3) Intensive field course on the recovery and analysis of archeological data. Includes archeological survey and/or excavation and preliminary laboratory analysis. Variable credit. May be repeated when study area or research topic differs. Transportation and/or lodging fees vary according to project location. Prerequisite: ANTH 3359 or instructor approval. 3357 Sociolinguistics (3-0) Language variables and sociological correlates, a review of current research, theories, and applications. Recommended background: LING 3220. 3358 Ethnographic Methods (3-0) Theory and practice in the elicitation of ethnographic data. Participant observation, interviewing, and the development of questionnaires will be conducted in the laboratory and field settings. Prerequisite: ANTH 1302 or instructor approval. (ANTH 3358 is the same course as SOCI 3358.) 3359 Archeological Methods (3-0) Introduction to the analytical methods used to interpret archeological sites. Topics addressed include sampling, statistical analysis, formulation of hypotheses, and survey and excavation techniques. Prerequisite: ANTH 1301 or instructor approval. 3360 Laboratory Methods in Archeology (0-3) Methods for, and practical experience in, the analysis and interpretation of archeological materials, including ceramics, stone tools, floral and faunal remains, archeological dating, and spatial data. Course will be taught as one 3- hour lecture lab, but individual or group lab projects involving additional time outside class will be required. Prerequisite: Open only to majors in anthropology or instructor approval. 3361 Contemporary Mexican Culture (3-0) A course about social and regional diversity of modern Mexico with special emphasis on indigenous cultures. Recommended background: ANTH 1302. (ANTH 3361 is the same course asSOCI 3361). 3379 Independent Study (0-0-3) Individual investigation of an area of anthropology that is not adequately covered by an organized class. Periodic meetings, reports, and a major paper are required. Prerequisite: Department approval. 3380 Cultural and Environmental Resource Management (3-0) Provides an introduction to environmental laws and policies that affect the practice of archeology, history, and ethnography in the context of development projects and land management. Among the topics discussed are environmental impact assessment, social impact assessment, historic preservation planning, and traditional cultural properties. 3647 Archeological Field Studies (0-0-6) Intensive field course on the recovery and analysis of archeological data. Includes archeological survey and/or excavation and preliminary laboratory analysis. Variable credit. May be repeated when study area or research topic differs. Transportation and/or lodging fees vary according to project location. Prerequisite: ANTH 3359 or instructor approval. 4303 Internship in Anthropology (0-0-3) A course in which students do internships relevant to applied cultural anthropology or archeology and cultural heritage management. Weekly reports, meetings with the internship supervisor, and substantial written assignments with academic content are also required of students. The internship gives students opportunities to apply academic training in practical settings, preparing them for careers and advanced study. Prerequisite: Department approval. 4304 Environmental Justice and Minority Communities in the U.S. (3-0) An examination of environmental justice issues in the U.S., with an emphasis on communities, agencies and efforts that address sustainable development in the U.S.-Mexico border region. The underpinnings of the environmental justice movement in the U.S. and the regional policy formulation and practice implications for these communities will be central to the course. The course may require field trips. (ANTH 4304 is the same course as AFST 4304; POLS 4304; SOCI 4304; and CHIC 4304.) 4306 Colonias on the U.S.-Mexico Border (3-0) A study of the unincorporated population settlements in various regions along the U.S.-Mexico border. Emphasis on public policy and social service issues. The course may require field trips. (ANTH 4306 is the same as CHIC 4306 and SOCI 4306.) 4308 U.S.-Mexico Border Society and Culture (3-0) An overview of major social and cultural features of the U.S.-Mexico border. Also includes in-depth examination of selected topics such as migration, border crossing and border restriction, global manufacturing and communities, and complex cultural formations. (ANTH 4308 is the same course asSOCI 4308). 4312 Thinking Spatially (3-0) Provides an appreciation of geographical perspectives on space and place. Students will become familiar with geographical theory and methods, which they will apply to the analysis of important social and natural phenomena, such as health and disease, crime, environmental hazards, urbanization and development, and long-term social and environmental change. (ANTH 4312 is the same course as SOCI 4312 4313 Advanced Spatial Analysis (3-0) This course will be problem-based, and the centerpiece will be a semester GIS research project that each student will prepare. This will include definition of a problem amenable to spatial analysis, acquisition of appropriate data sources, organization of the data layers in a GIS, special analysis of the database, and a written