CURRICULUM BULLETIN #3 January 13, 2009 Page 1
FACULTY SENATE CURRICULUM BULLETIN
CURRICULUM BULLETIN #3 January 13, 2009
The following curriculum information is presented to the University Community for its consideration. In accordance with the procedures of the University Curriculum Committee, Graduate Council and Undergraduate Council, objections to all proposed new courses, programs or program/course modifications should be communicated, in writing, within two weeks of the publication date of this bulletin, to Adis Beesting, Library (Curriculum Committee) Professor Kevin O’Shea, Arts & Sciences (Graduate Council) or Professors Tanya Rivera, Public Health, and Karen Fuller, CARTA (Undergraduate Council).
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HEARINGS
NAME:Request to offer new graduate majors in Psychology as follows: M.S. in Behavior Analysis, M.S. in Counseling Psychology, PhD. in Legal Psychology, PhD. in Clinical Science, M.S. in Developmental Science, Ph.D in Developmental Science, M.S. in Industrial Organizational Psychology, PhD. in Industrial Organizational Psychology
COLLEGE:College of Arts & Sciences, Department of Psychology
DATE:Friday, January 23, 2009
TIME:10:00 A.M.
PLACE:GL 835 University Park and LIB 155 Biscayne Bay
CONTACT:Robert Lickliter(Graduate Council & Curriculum Committee Hearing)
NAME:Request to Establish Unit-Specific Graduate Admissions Standards: Master Degree Program in Materials Science Engineering
COLLEGE:College of Engineering and Computing - Mechanical & Materials Engineering
DATE:Friday, January 23, 2009
TIME:11:00 A.M.
PLACE:GL 835 University Park and LIB 155 Biscayne Bay
CONTACT:Jiuhua Chen(Graduate Council Hearing)
Proposals and Changes LISTED BY COLLEGE AND DEPARTMENT
The following proposals and changes, which do not require hearings, are listed below for review by the university community and may be accessed by clicking on the hyperlinks. Faculty contact names are listed and may be reached with questions and problems.
College of Arts and Sciences
Criminal Justice
Changes to the M.S. in Criminal Justice – Contact: Stewart D’Allessio
Earth Sciences
Changes to the B.S. in Geosciences Atmospheric Sciences Track – Contact: Rosemary Hickey-Vargas
Changes to the B.S. in Geosciences Geological Sciences Track – Contact: Rosemary Hickey-Varges
International Relations
New Certificate in Coastal and Marine Affairs – Contact: Peter Craumer
New Combined Master of International Business /M.A. in International Relations Degree – Contact: H. Gould
Modern Languages
Changes to the B.A. Major in Spanish Track – Contact: Juan Torres-Pou
Changes to the Certificate in Translation Studies – Contact: Erik Camayd-Freixas
New Certificate in Portuguese Language and Brazilian Culture Studies – Contact: John Jenson
College of Business Administration
Decision Sciences and Information Systems
New Certificate in Project Management – Contact: Kaushik Dutta
Marketing
Changes tothe Certificate in Export-Import Management – Contact: Tiger Li
College of Education
Educational and Psychological Studies
Changes to the M.S. in CounselorEducation, Mental Health Counselor – Contact: Maureen Kenny
Changes to the M.S. in Counselor Education, School Counselor– Contact: Maureen Kenny
Changes to the Master’s in Higher Education Administration– Contact: Benjamin Baez
College of Nursing and Health Sciences
Athletic Training
New Certificate in Pre-Athletic Training – Contact: Jennifer Doherty-Restrepo
NEW COURSES AND COURSE CHANGES –LISTED BY COLLEGE/SCHOOL/DEPARMENT
College of Arts and Sciences
Criminal Justice
NEW COURSE REQUESTS
CCJ 6XXXTransnational Crime and National Security3 credits
Examination of the nature of transnational crime and the manner in which it relates to national security.
COURSE CHANGE/DELETION REQUEST
CCJ 6485New catalog description: An overview of the formation, implementation, quantitative and qualitative evaluation , and ethical aspects of policy making in the criminal justice system.
New prerequisite: Must be taken the final semester in the program.
Earth Sciences
COURSE CHANGE/DELETION REQUEST
GIS 3043Delete prerequisites.
GLY 3759Delete prerequisites.
English
NEW COURSE REQUESTS
ENC 3XXXCoastal Environment in Rhetoric and Literature3 credits
Analysis and evaluation of a variety of marine/coastal-themed texts – mainstream articles, scientific articles and novels; as well as develop a researched advocacy campaign.
Prerequisites: ENC 1101 and ENC 1102
Environmental Studies
NEW COURSE REQUESTS
EVR 4XXXCoastal and Marine Environmental Policy3 credits
Examine policies that govern the utilization and protection of coastal and marine areas. Focuses on the political, social, environmental and economic constraints that shape the policy process.
EVR 4XXXEnvironmental Education3 credits
Principles and methods of teaching sustainable living, personal and institutional, emphasizing S. Florida, using readings, discussion, projects and visits to local EE programs.
Prerequisites: Two courses in Environmental Studies; or two courses, one each in biology, chemistry., Environmental Studies or science education.
History
NEW COURSE REQUESTS
AMH 3117Early America in Fact, Film and Fiction3 credits
Exploration of key topics in early American history by comparing traditional historical sources and interpretations with those found in historical films and fiction.
Prerequisites: AMH 2041 or equivalent
HIS 4XXXHistory of Women and Gender in the Modern Middle East3 credits
Examination of questions of feminism in the modern Middle East in relation to religion, law, colonialism, modernity, nationalism, and citizenship.
International Relations
NEW COURSE REQUESTS
INR 4XXXInternational Law of the Sea3 credits
Introduction to the legal and political foundations of the law of the sea. Emphasis on the rule of law of the sea treaties, efforts to conserve marine environment, and the resolution of maritime disputes.
INR 4XXXInternational Relations of Drug Trafficking3 credits
Examines international drug trafficking and its foreign and domestic policy implications. Deals with supply and demand reduction, and international cooperation in suppressing trafficking.
Latin American and Caribbean Studies
NEW COURSE REQUESTS
LAS 5XXXEcuador Abroad: Andean Shamanism, Religion and Ritual3 credits
Offered in conjunction with the study abroad program in Ecuador and focuses on the indigenous spirituality and religion in the Andes. Field experience include community service, lectures, workshops.
Prerequisite: Graduate Standing
Psychology
NEW COURSE REQUESTS
PCO 5XXXEvidenced-Based Intervention in Child and Adolescent Psychology I3 credits
Examination of evidenced-based psychotherapies and interventions for children and adolescents. Also looks at clinical practice and research guidelines.
Prerequisite: Graduate Standing
PCO 5XXXEvidenced-Based Intervention in Child and Adolescent Psychology II3 credits
This course provides an in-depth examination and critical analysis of the current research and evidenced-based psychotherapies and interventions for children and adolescents.
Prerequisites: Graduate Standing, PCO XXX Evidence Based I
PSY 6919Current Research Topics in Psychology3 credits
An overview of current theory and research in psychology with a focus on the research process. Case studies illustrate the development of research programs designed to advance theory in psychology.
Prerequisite: Graduate Standing
Sociology/Anthropology
NEW COURSE REQUESTS
ANT 4XXXCoastal Cultures3 credits
Introduces students to the anthropological study of coastal and maritime societies, their folklore, and particular cultural adaptations by examining ethnographic examples from around the world.
Women Studies
NEW COURSE REQUESTS
WST 4XXXHistory of Women and Gender in Modern Middle East3 credits
Examination of feminism in the modern Middle East in relation to religion, law, colonialism, modernity, nationalism and citizenship.
College of Business Administration
Management and International Business
NEW COURSE REQUESTS
MAN 6XXXMaster’s Seminar in International Business1-3credits
An examination of recent research finding in International Business. Emphasis is placed on readings; active discussion; and a small, short-term action and research projects.
Prerequisites: Consent of faculty sponsor, Department Chairperson, and Dean.
COURSE CHANGE/DELETION REQUEST
MAN 6679New catalog description: An interdisciplinary research project on an international business problem, which may include field work (including internship), library research, computer modeling, or the use of an approved research methodology. Prerequisites: Assignment of faculty advisor and permission of Department Chairperson.
Marketing
NEW COURSE REQUESTS
MAR 4907Independent Study: Marketing Research Practicum3 credits
This course offers an opportunity to apply marketing knowledge within the context of a consumer research setting. The intention is to be introductory experience to a marketing research lab.
Prerequisites: MAR 4620 Tools for Managing Marketing Information and at least sophomore standing.
College of Education
Curriculum and Instruction
NEW COURSE REQUESTS
MAE 4XXXNature of Math and Science3 credits
Students in this course will consider how the practices, problems, and purposes of math and sciences are intrinsically social and what that implies about teaching and learning.
MAE 4XXXPerspectives on Mathematics and Science Education3 credits
This course will help students to develop understanding of the theoretical frameworks and familiarity with literature underpinning mathematics and science education.
COURSE CHANGE/DELETION REQUESTS
MAE 4333New title: Teaching and Learning Secondary Mathematics
Change prerequisites: Remove EDG 3321 as prerequisite
MAE 4942Change prerequisites: Remove EDG 3321 as prerequisite
Education and Psychological Studies
COURSE CHANGE/DELETION REQUEST
MHS 6511Deleted.
School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
NEW COURSE REQUEST
MMC 3990Grammar Workshop: Preparation for the 21st Century2 credits
This course provides a much-needed pre-writing workshop for those who need a stronger introduction to language skills, or for who simply want to perfect their English grammar.
college of law
NEW COURSE REQUESTS
LAW 7XXXComparative Business Law3 credits
This course offers a comparative survey of various topics of business law of the United States and Argentina. Co-taught by both U.S. and Argentine business law faculty, the materials present U.S. and Argentine law as well as comparative analyses of both. The principal topics addressed will be the legal structure of business entities, issues related to the limited liability of corporate entities, fiduciary duties and liabilities of corporate officials, and government regulation. Because it is a comparative law course, the topics will be addressed from the perspective of both U.S. and Argentine law. Additionally, the course will address related areas of commercial law, principally the rules concerning negotiable instruments and secured transactions. To that end, Articles 3 and 9 of the U.S.’s Uniform Commercial Code will be compared to the counterpart Argentine statutes and commercial code.
LAW 7XXXComparative Perspectives on the RegulatoryState:Doing Business and Environmental Protection (U.S. and Argentina) 3 credits
This course will examine the regulatory and administrative state in a comparative law context, using U.S. and Argentine administrative law as they affect business regulation and environmental regulation. Co-taught by U.S. and Argentine faculty members, the materials present U.S. and Argentine law as well as comparative analyses of both. The course will be divided into three principal sections. First, it will introduce students to the constitutional bases for executive regulation in both legal systems. Second, the course will examine different regulatory responses to environmental protection law and regulation in the U.S. and Argentina. Third and finally, the course will ask students to consider the consequences of those legal and regulatory strategies for the regulation of business, with a focus on trans-national business between the U.S. and Argentina. The organic U.S. administrative law statute (the Administrative Procedure Act) will be compared to comparable Argentine laws.