The USCA English Department’s mission is to provide students with an understanding and appreciation of the written word, both as writers and as readers of significant literature.

To that end, the Department has three major purposes:

For more information on the Department of English and its programs, visit the departmental web site at http://www.usca.edu/english/.

The Writing Room.  The Writing Room, located in Humanities and Social Sciences Building 112, is open to all USCA undergraduate and graduate students seeking feedback on any of their written projects. Students are welcome to drop by but appointments are recommended. Qualified students can become consultants in the Writing Room, earning valuable experience, academic credit, and financial compensation. The Writing Room is open regular daytime and evening hours. For more information, call the Director of Academic Support Services and the First Year Experience at extension 3321 or visit the On-line Writing Room at http://www.usca.edu/writingroom/.

Special Courses.  In addition to regular course offerings, the English Department also offers special topics and special interest courses. Some of these courses, such as creative writing, are offered on a regular basis, while others can be offered when there is sufficient student demand.

The Oswald Review.   The USCA Department of English sponsors The Oswald Review, a national journal of undergraduate research and criticism in the discipline of English. Published annually, The Oswald Review, is a refereed journal that accepts submission from undergraduates in the field of English in this country and abroad. For more information, visit the journal homepage at the following address:  http://www.usca.edu/english/pubs/oswald/oswald.html

Broken Ink.  The English Department supports Broken Ink, USCA’s award winning literary magazine. The magazine, produced entirely by student staff and contributors, is published annually and offers students from all departments the opportunity to publish their creative writing and art, as well as provide experience in editing, layout, and magazine production.

Sigma Tau Delta.  Since 1986, the English Department has sponsored a campus chapter (Epsilon Upsilon) of Sigma Tau Delta, the International English Honor Society. This international organization recognizes academic achievement and promotes interest in literature and the English language; membership is offered on an invitational basis to superior students majoring or minoring in English or pursuing a degree in English Education.

Oswald Freshman Writing Award.  The Oswald Freshman Writing Award is presented annually on a competitive basis to a first-year student who demonstrates excellence in expository writing. The award is a 500-dollar scholarship.

Kaplan Writing Award.  The Kaplan Writing Award is given annually on a competitive basis to the student whose writing exemplifies the qualities valued and stressed by Professor Virginia Kaplan during her years of teaching English at USCA: depth of thought, clarity of expression and command of language.

Phebe Davidson Creative Writing Prize.  In honor of distinguished South Carolina poet and USCA professor emerita Phebe Davidson, this prize is offered annually on a competitive basis to a full-time student at USCA whose work demonstrates superior achievement in creative writing. The award includes a 500-dollar cash prize.

James and Mary Oswald Distinguished Writers Series.   Since 1985, the English Department has brought to Aiken a number of distinguished visiting writers. During that period, such significant literary personalities as Nikky Finney, Peter Taylor, Marge Piercy, Mark Strand, Donald Hall, Alison Lurie, Alan Gurganus, and Robert Creeley have visited USCA, interacted with students in English classes, and presented free public readings of their work.

The Devil’s Millhopper.  The English Department is the home of TDM Press, an internationally recognized small publisher founded in 1976 and edited by Stephen Gardner. The Press conducts several annual poetry competitions, the winners of which are published as chapbooks.

Internships.  The Department of English administers a number of internship opportunities so that those students majoring in English can gain hands-on experience in professional writing. These include internship agreements with local businesses and government agencies and campus-based small presses and scholarly journals. The Department of English maintains an ongoing internship arrangement with The Aiken Standard. Interested students should see the Department Chair for more information.

The Junior Proficiency Portfolio in Writing required of all students is described in the section devoted to the General Education Requirements on page 46.

Curricula
The Bachelor of Arts with a major in English is designed to be flexible enough to provide the student with an adequate background for graduate studies in English or preparation for such professions as law, medicine, the ministry, advertising, communications, technical writing, and library science.

A grade of C or better in English 102, or its equivalent, is a prerequisite for all other English courses.

All students pursuing the B.A. in English must complete at least 18 hours in the major (coursework at the 300 level or above) at USCA.

Bachelor in Arts—Major in English

1. General Education Requirements............................................................ 50-52

B. Methods and History of Disciplines⁶ .................................................. 29
        Natural Sciences..................................................................................... 8
            Biology, Chemistry, Physics,
            Geology, Astronomy (2 labs)

                   Social and Behavioral Sciences (two areas)............................................ 6
                        Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology,
                        Economics, Political Science, Geography

                    Humanities⁷ (at least two areas).............................................................. 9
                        Philosophy (not logic),
                        History, Literature, Fine Arts History,
                        Humanities (AHUM acronym), Religion,
                        Selected Language courses,
                        Communications (last two digits in 50s or 60s)
                        Honors (AHON acronym)

                   History of Civilization (AHST 101 or AHST 102)................................. 3

                    American Political Institutions................................................................ 3
                        (APLS 201, AHST 201, or AHST 202)

English majors may use six of these twelve hours toward satisfying the Humanities component of the General Education Requirements. All English majors are also strongly advised to complete their survey requirements before enrolling in upper-level classes.

Area II:
    American Literature
    (AEGL 425, 426, 427, 428, 430, 431, 449)

Area III:
    Major Author Studies (AEGL 494)

Area IV:
    Linguistics (AEGL 301, 450, 453, 459)

Area V:
    World Literature and Areas of Interest
    (AEGL 385, 389, 390, 391, 393, 394, 415,
    434, 435, 474, 491)

Area VI:
    Writing (AEGL 360, 362, 460, 461, 462, 463, 464, 466, 467, 468, 469)

Area VII:
    Shakespeare (AEGL 407)

Area VIII⁸ :
    Senior Thesis or Seminar
    (AEGL 496 or AEGL 499)

 5. Electives in English................................................................................... 9
     Any three courses from areas I-VI, above

6. Required Cognate or Minor............................................................... 12-18
    Cognate...................................................................................................... 12
    Minor...........................................................................................................18

Total hours required⁶ ................................................................................. 120
¹ For undergraduate writing proficiency, see Proficiency Portfolio in Writing described on page 46.
² Students must complete English 101 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements. Students must also complete AEGL 102 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements and before taking other English courses.
³ AMTH 221 and AMTH 222 cannot be used for General Education math credit EXCEPT by students graduating with degrees in Elementary, Early Childhood or Special Education.
⁴ The following are considered Applied Speech Communication courses: ACOM 201, ACOM 241, and ACOM 342. Some majors may require a specific course so students should consult requirements for their major.
⁵ Two (2) semesters of the same language. See degree program requirements for Language study.
⁶ At least 3 hours must be in non-Western world studies, unless an approved non-Western world studies course has been completed elsewhere in the student’s degree program.
⁷ For a list of courses that will meet the Humanities general education requirement, see page 31.
⁸ The proficiency portfolio in writing is a general education requirement that must be satisfied before any student attempts the senior thesis or senior seminar requirements.

Major Program Goal and Objectives
The Department has established the following goal for those students completing the B.A. in English:

Derived from this goal are the following five objectives:

Writing Concentration (option for English majors only)

Students wishing a degree program that is more writing intensive can supplement their major requirements with the following writing concentration. This concentration requires 3 hours of coursework in Theory and 9 hours of coursework in Practical Applications. Total required hours: 12.

Theory (3 hours):
AEGL 360 Composition Studies ......................................3
AEGL 362 Literature and Media Cultures ........................3
AEGL 468 Studies in Writing* .........................................3
AEGL 469 Rhetoric of Science ........................................3

Practical Applications (9 hours):
AEGL 460 Advanced Composition ..................................3
AEGL 461 Writing About the Arts ...................................3
AEGL 462 Technical Writing ...........................................3
AEGL 463 Writing Workshop - Nonfiction ......................3
AEGL 464 Writing Workshop - Poetry ............................3
(may be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours)
AEGL 466 Writing Workshop - Fiction ............................3
(may be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours)
AEGL 467 Argumentation ................................................3
AEGL 468 Studies in Writing* ..........................................3
AEGL 497 Directed Internship ..........................................3
(may be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours)

Total hours required ......................................................12
* AEGL 468, Studies in Writing, is a special topics course that may apply to either Theory or to Practical Applications depending on the nature of the project defined by the student and instructor.

The English faculty recommends that students planning to attend graduate school take the second year of a language. It is also advisable that the student take as electives as many upper-level English courses as possible.

Students seeking the bachelor’s degree in English must earn a grade of C or better in all required English courses at the 200 level and above in order for those courses to count toward their major program. Students can repeat courses in which they make a grade of less than C.

English majors are limited to no more than 6 hours of independent study credit.

An exit survey is required of all graduating seniors.

Minor in Literature

Prerequisites:
AEGL 101 Composition
AEGL 102 Composition and Literature

Requirements:
200 and 300 level courses, including at least
one of the following surveys: ................................................................... 6-9
    AEGL 284 Survey of American Literature I
    AEGL 285 Survey of American Literature II
    AEGL 288 Survey of British Literature I
    AEGL 289 Survey of British Literature II
    AEGL 390 Great Books of the Western World I
    AEGL 391 Great Books of the Western World II

All other courses on the 400 level with at least one course each in American and British literature....................................... 9-12

Total hours required¹ ........................................................................... 18
¹ Three hours of independent study may be applied to the minor only in extraordinary cases and with the approval of the English Department Chair.

Minor in Writing

The Writing Minor is designed for students who are not English Majors. Students wishing a minor in Writing must complete 6 hours of coursework in Theory and an additional 12 hours in Practical Applications. Total required hours: 18.

Theory (6 hours):
AEGL 250 Rhetorical Grammar ........................................3
AEGL 360 Composition Studies .......................................3
AEGL 362 Literature and Media Cultures .........................3
AEGL 468 Studies in Writing* ..........................................3
AEGL 469 Rhetoric of Science .........................................3

Practical Applications (12 hours):
AEGL 460 Advanced Composition ..................................3
AEGL 461 Writing About the Arts ...................................3
AEGL 462 Technical Writing ...........................................3
AEGL 463 Writing Workshop - Nonfiction ......................3
AEGL 464 Writing Workshop - Poetry ............................3
(may be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours)
AEGL 466 Writing Workshop - Fiction ............................3
(may be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours)
AEGL 467 Argumentation ................................................3
AEGL 468 Studies in Writing* .........................................3
AEGL 497 Directed Internship .........................................3
(may be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours)
ACOM 433 Freelance Writing .........................................3
ACOM 436 Public Relations Writing ................................3

Total hours required 18
* AEGL 468, Studies in Writing, is a special topics course that may apply to either Theory or to Practical Applications depending on the nature of the project defined by the student and instructor.

Minor in Women's and Gender Studies

This is an interdisciplinary minor requiring eighteen hours (at least 3 disciplines; no more than 9 hours from any one) selected from courses in the humanities, the social sciences, and the sciences.

Central Courses: Two courses (6 hours):
APLS 321 Gender Politics and Political Theory ..................3
ASCY 301 Sociology of Gender Roles ..............................3
AHST 464 History of Women in the United States .............3

Requirements: Four courses (12 hours):
ACOM 201 Interpersonal Communication .........................3
ACOM 450 Intercultural Communication ...........................3
ACOM 455 Gender, Communication and Culture ..............3
ACOM 480 Organizational Communication .......................3
AEGL 290 Introduction to Women’s Literature .................3
AEGL 394 Images of Women in Film and Fiction ..............3
AEGL 431 American Autobiography .................................3
APLS 353 Gender and the Law ........................................3
APLS 373 Women and Public Policy ................................3
ASCY 305 Sociology of the Family ...................................3
ASCY 528 Family Diversity ..............................................3
APSY 415 Adult Development .........................................3
APSY 490 Human Sexuality .............................................3

Appropriate special topics courses in the disciplines may be selected.

Certificate Program in Writing

This post-baccalaureate, completion certificate program is designed for students who have already earned a college degree but are seeking coursework in writing for work-related purposes or for personal growth and satisfaction. Individuals wishing a Certificate in Writing from USCA must complete 15 hours of course work in writing of which at least three must be in theory. Entry requirements: interview with and portfolio to program director. Total required hours: 15.

Theory:
AEGL 460 Advanced Composition ...................................3
AEGL 468 Studies in Writing* ..........................................3
AEGL 484 Literacy and Literature ....................................3
AEGL 469 Rhetoric of Science .........................................3

Practical Applications:
AEGL 461 Writing About the Arts ....................................3
AEGL 462 Technical Writing ............................................3
AEGL 463 Writing Workshop - Nonfiction .......................3
AEGL 464 Writing Workshop - Poetry .............................3
(may be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours)
AEGL 466 Writing Workshop - Fiction ............................3
(may be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours)
AEGL 468 Studies in Writing* ..........................................3
AEGL 497 Directed Internship ..........................................3
(may be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours)

Total hours required .....................................................15
* AEGL 468, Studies in Writing, is a special topics course that may apply to either Theory or to Practical Applications depending on the nature of the project defined by the student and instructor.

Add-On Teacher Certification in English
Students can earn certification in English through the "add-on" certification process. Interested students should consult with the Dean of the School of Education to have their transcripts evaluated and to learn more about specific requirements.

Applied Writing Courses
The following English courses are applied writing courses: 201, 250, 264, 360, 460, 461, 462, 463, 464, 466, 467, 468 and 469.

Applied writing courses cannot be used to satisfy General Education Requirements; see B.5 (Methods and History of Disciplines: Humanities).

Course Descriptions

English Language and Literature (AEGL)

A student must complete English 102 with a grade of C or better before taking other English courses; only in exceptional cases (and then with approval of the Chair of the Department of English) may a student take English 102 concurrently with a higher-level English course.

AEGL 101 Composition. (3) A course in the composing process with attention to invention, arrangement, and style and closely supervised practice in reading and writing. Students must complete AEGL 101 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill English general education requirements. (Every semester)

AEGL 102 Composition and Literature. (3) (Prereq: a grade of C or better in AEGL 101) A course in the writing of expository and critical essays with an introduction to literature and including a research paper. Students must complete AEGL 102 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill English general education requirements. (Every semester)

AEGL 111 English as a Second Language. (3) A course designed to offer practice in and promote further development of essential listening, speaking, reading and writing skills for those students for whom English is their second language. (May be repeated for credit up to 6 hours; may be taken concurrently with AEGL 101 or 102).

AEGL 201 Writing in the University. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A comprehensive review of composition, focusing on clarity of purpose, quality of thought, organization, use of sources, language/style, and mechanics/grammar. Students who complete the course with a grade of C or better will satisfy the junior writing proficiency requirement. For elective credit only. (Every semester)

AEGL 250 Rhetorical Grammar. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) This course will enable writers to gain more confidence in their writing (1) by understanding the many, varied structural and stylistic choices of the English language, (2) by increasing their ability to talk consciously about their writing choices as they revise their papers, and (3) by recognizing the rhetorical effects their choices may have on their readers. Special attention will be given to audience expectations, sentence rhythm and cohesion, coordination and subordination, punctuation, modifiers, and diction.

AEGL 264 Introduction to Creative Writing. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A beginning course in the theory and practice of writing poetry, fiction, and drama. (Every fall)

AEGL 275 Introduction to Literary Criticism. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A survey of the major theories of literary criticism. Students will learn how to discover and create meaning from literary texts by responding to and interpreting those texts in different ways; they will gain practice in criticizing literary works with the aim of establishing standards of judgment. (Every fall)

AEGL 280 Contemporary Drama. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A study of the nature and significance of contemporary drama.

AEGL 281 The Novel to 1920. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A study of significant novels in Western literature from the Renaissance to 1920.

AEGL 282 Contemporary Fiction. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A study of the nature and significance of contemporary fiction.

AEGL 283 Contemporary Poetry. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A study of the nature and significance of contemporary poetry.

AEGL 284 Survey of American Literature I. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A study of American literature from its beginning to the Civil War. (Every fall)

AEGL 285 Survey of American Literature II. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A survey of American literature from the Civil War to the present. (Every spring)

AEGL 288 Survey of British Literature I. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Extensive reading in the works of major writers from the Beowulf poet through the 17th century. (Every fall)

AEGL 289 Survey of British Literature II. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Extensive reading in the works of major writers from the 18th century through the Modern Age. (Every spring)

AEGL 290 Introduction to Women’s Literature (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A survey of literature by women writing in the English language. The course is historically based and emphasizes women’s perceptions of themselves as writers and participants in their own culture. (Every semester)

AEGL 291 Introduction to Non-Western Literature. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A study of selected literatures of non-Western cultural traditions. (Satisfies the non-Western world studies requirement; offered every semester)

AEGL 301 Introduction to Human Language. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A study of the design and function of human language: sound systems, word systems, and sentence patterns; language acquisition; language history; relationships to social contexts and to the mind. English will be the primary language for illustration. This course fulfills the general education requirement in the humanities. (Every spring)

AEGL 360 Composition Studies. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A survey of composition and rhetorical theories within a practical context. The study of relevant movements, figures and texts will provide an introduction to the principles of teaching writing. (Fall, odd years)

AEGL 362 Literature and Media Cultures. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Explores the concepts of and relationships between literacy and literature in four media cultures: oral, manuscript, print, and electronic. (Fall, even years)

AEGL 385 Studies in Non-Western Literature. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Intensive study in selected topics focusing on the non-Western world. (Satisfies the non-Western world studies requirement; offered on demand)

AEGL 389 Classical Mythology. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A study of the nature and significance of myths, with emphasis on the major Greek and Roman myths of divinities and heroes. (Students who received credit for AEGL 110 may not take this course for credit.) (Spring, even years)

AEGL 390 Great Books of the Western World I. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A comparative study (in translation) of great books from antiquity to the beginning of the Renaissance. (Fall, odd years)

AEGL 391 Great Books of the Western World II. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A comparative study (in translation) of great books from the Renaissance to the present. (Spring, even years)

AEGL 393 Film and Society. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Film as cultural text, with special emphasis on the relation between the film and its cultural/critical context.

AEGL 394 Images of Women in Film & Fiction. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A study of the evolving images of women as they are presented in film and fiction. (Every Spring)

AEGL 399 Independent Study. (3-6) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Directed independent study. A student chooses a project and finds a professor willing to work with him/her.

AEGL 401 Chaucer. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Chaucer’s works, with special attention to The Canterbury Tales. (Spring, odd years)

AEGL 407 Shakespeare. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A study of the plays of Shakespeare. (Every spring)

AEGL 408 Seventeenth Century British Literature. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A survey of the major writers of the seventeenth century including Milton. The course concentrates on poetry and the broad cultural context in which it was produced. Some prose may be included.

AEGL 409 Early British Drama. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A survey of major dramatic works in England from its beginnings in the Middle Ages through the Jacobean Era. Excludes Shakespeare. (Fall, odd years)

AEGL 411 The Eighteenth Century. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A survey of British literature from 1660 to 1800.

AEGL 412 Contemporary British Fiction. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A study of representative contemporary British writers of the latter half of the 20th Century with special emphasis on the cultural context of the works and on developing criteria for evaluating contemporary writing. Includes such writers as Iris Murdoch and John Fowles. (Offered on demand)

AEGL 415 Science Fiction. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A study of science fiction that offers students an opportunity to explore a significant literature of what is generally called "pop-culture" in relation to the generally acknowledged literary canon, and to explore its importance in an academic setting. (Offered on demand)

AEGL 416 The British Novel. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A survey of the English novel from DeFoe to Lawrence (representative authors will include Fielding, Austen, Scott, Dickens, George Eliot and Conrad). (Spring, even years.)

AEGL 417 Romanticism. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A study of the 18th century transition from Classicism to Romanticism and of the 19th century masters: Wordsworth, Coleridge, Byron, Shelly and Keats. (Fall, even years)

AEGL 419 The Victorian Age. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A survey of Victorian prose and poetry. (Spring, odd years)

AEGL 423 Modern British Literature. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A survey of 20th century British literature with representative readings from the poets, the dramatists and the novelists.

AEGL 424 Studies in British Literature. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Intensive study of selected topics. (Offered on demand)

AEGL 425 Early American Literature. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A study of representative works from the nation’s colonial beginnings to 1800 with special emphasis on Puritan, Neoclassical and Pre-Romantic writers. (Fall, odd years)

AEGL 426 American Romanticism. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A study of representative works from 1800 to the Civil War with special emphasis on such major figures as Poe, Hawthorne, Melville, Emerson and Thoreau. (Spring, even years)

AEGL 427 American Realism. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A study of representative works from the Civil War to 1910 with special emphasis on such literary subcategories as naturalism and the local color movement and such major figures as Whitman, Dickinson, Crane, Twain and James. (Fall, even years)

AEGL 428 Modern American Writers. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A study of American thought in literature since World War I. Particular emphasis is placed upon regional schools, their techniques, their philosophies. (Spring, odd years)

AEGL 430 Southern Literature. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A study of representative writers of the American South with special emphasis on the cultural context of the works. Includes such writers as Zora Neale Hurston, William Faulkner, Tennessee Williams, Robert Penn Warren, Eudora Welty, and Alice Walker. (Fall, odd years)

AEGL 431 American Autobiography. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A survey of American autobiography that considers work by writers of various backgrounds, cultures and historical periods. (Offered on demand)

AEGL 434 The Russian Novel in Translation. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A survey of the Russian novel from Pushkin to Pasternak, including such writers as Gogol, Tolstoy, Dostoyevsky, and Turgenev. (Offered on demand)

AEGL 435 African and African-American Literature. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A Comparative study of representative African and African-American writers with special emphasis on the cultural context of the works. Includes such African writers as Achebe and Soyinka and such African-American writers as Ellison and Morrison. (Satisfies the non-Western world studies requirement; Spring, odd years)

AEGL 449 Studies in American Literature. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Intensive study of selected topics. (Offered on demand)

AEGL 450 English Grammar. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Study of traditional, structural and generative systems of English. (Fall, even years)

AEGL 453 Development of the English Language (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) English from Indo-European through Germanic and into Old English, Middle English and Modern English. No previous knowledge of Old English or Middle English is required. (Fall, odd years)

AEGL 459 Studies in English Linguistics. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Intensive study of selected topics. (Offered on demand)

AEGL 460 Advanced Composition. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Extensive practice in different types of expository and persuasive nonfiction writing. The course will focus on both different writing processes and different forms of written discourse used to generate meaning, clarify understanding, and influence thought and action.. (Every fall)

AEGL 461 Writing About the Arts. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Workshop in writing about the fine and performing arts, including an introduction to the vocabulary of the arts and practice in composing critical responses to selected campus cultural offerings. (Offered on demand)

AEGL 462 Technical Writing. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Preparation for and practice in reporting technical information logically and lucidly for a variety of audiences. (Every Spring)

AEGL 463 Writing Workshop - Nonfiction. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Practice and discussion of the basic techniques of writing creative nonfiction, such as memoir, personal essay , nature essay, travel memoir, etc. (Offered on demand)

AEGL 464 Writing Workshop-Poetry. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102 and consent of instructor) Practice and discussion of basic techniques of writing poetry. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours. (Spring, odd years)

AEGL 466 Writing Workshop - Fiction. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Practice and discussion of basic techniques of writing fiction. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours. (Spring, even years)

AEGL 467 Argumentation. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) A writing intensive study of the rhetorical principles of argument, focusing most closely on written argument in contemporary American culture. Students will be expected to produce written work that applies the formal structure, rhetoric, and logic of argument to an assortment of topics and issues. (Fall, even years)

AEGL 468 Studies in Writing. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Advanced theory and practice in selected genres. Choice of genres to be studied varies with instructor. (Offered on demand)

AEGL 469 Rhetoric of Science. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) An exploration of writing in the sciences, with an overview of current rhetorical theory applicable to the sciences and a contemporary critique of scientific writing.

AEGL 474 Recent Western Drama. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Critical studies of English, European and American dramatists from Ibsen to the present. (Offered on demand)

AEGL 491 Studies in Comparative Literature. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Intensive studies in selected topics (Offered on demand).

AEGL 494 Studies in Major Authors. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102) Intensive study of one or two major authors. This is a special topics course; choice of author or authors varies with instructor. (Offered on demand)

AEGL 495 Independent Reading and Research. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102 and consent of instructor)

AEGL 496 Senior Thesis. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102, Senior standing, minimum 3.0 GPA, completion of at least 12 hours at the 300 level or above, permission of instructor and department chair, and successful completion of junior writing portfolio or AEGL 201). Directed independent research and writing project. The English major may choose to explore in depth a literary topic of special interest or to produce an original work and to place this work into the context of the appropriate tradition. Topic choice will be made by student and instructor with approval by department chair. The thesis of 25-30 pages will be defended before a committee of three faculty members, including the thesis director, the department chair and /or BIS director, and one additional faculty member chosen by the student. All thesis students and their faculty directors will meet as a group during the semester for discussion of the process. A transcript designation, "Exceptional work on the senior thesis," may be given if recommended by the faculty thesis committee (Offered on demand).

AEGL 497 Directed Internship. (1-3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102, Junior standing, consent of department) Supervised professional experience in writing. (May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours)

AEGL 499 Senior Seminar. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AEGL 101 and 102, Senior standing, completion of at least 12 hours at the 300 level or above, consent of instructor, and successful completion of junior writing portfolio or AEGL 201). A seminar in which the students apply to instructor-selected literature the critical and analytical skills developed in their previous course work. Students will produce a critical analytical paper of approximately fifteen pages on literature of their own choosing. The course will culminate in an oral defense of the final paper within the context of the seminar and before the faculty seminar committee. (Offered every spring).

Victor Manuel Duran, Department Chair

Associate Professors
Victor Manuel Duran (Romance Languages/Spanish), Ph.D., University of Missouri, 1988<
Stanley F. Levine (French/Latin), Ph.D., Stanford University, 1984
Karl L. Stenger (German), Ph.D., Ohio State University, 1984

Assistant  Professor
Narciso J. Hidalgo (Spanish), Ph.D., Indiana University, 1999

Instructor
Rayito Calderon (Spanish Linguistics/Spanish), M.A., University of Florida, 2003

Distinguished Professor Emerita
Ann Adele Lee (Spanish, Comparative Literature), Ph.D., University of South Carolina, 1978

Department Mission Statement
The Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures promotes an awareness and an appreciation of and a respect for other cultures through language acquisition and stimulates students’ perspectives and knowledge of other countries, other traditions and other practices. The department strives to improve the communication skills, at all levels, of the students by encouraging them to explore and understand the linguistic and cultural parameters of diverse populations and by helping them to think analytically and systemically about the importance of languages. Moreover, students will gain academic enrichment through knowledge of a diversity of cultures in any given society.

The department offers a range of second-language courses, from linguistics to literature to culture and civilization in French, Spanish and German and in introductory courses in Latin and Italian. In addition, USCA students can opt to minor in Spanish. The Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures focuses on the communicative approach to second language acquisition.

The Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures promotes study abroad as a viable and documented means by which students learn the nuances and linguistic differences of the targeted second language through active and total immersion in the country where the language being studied is utilized as the primary means of communication.

Languages, Literatures and Cultures Placement (French, German, Italian, Latin, and Spanish)

Waiver of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures Requirement for Bilingual Speakers
Students whose native language is other than English, and who have scored either 500 on the paper-based or 173 on the computer-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), are exempt, without credit, from USC Aiken’s language requirement.

English-speaking students who document or certify native or near-native proficiency in a language other than English are also exempt, without credit, from this requirement.

All exemptions must be approved by the Chair of the Languages, Literatures, and Cultures Department and the department/school head of the student’s degree program.

The department encourages exempt students to use electives to pursue other language and cultural studies.

The Language Learning Center
The Language Learning Center supports the integration of technology into language instruction and linguistic acquisition. Through methods such as aural-oral programs, video, and internet access, the Language Learning Center provides students with opportunities to acquire, develop, and practice effective communicative skills and to gain insight into and appreciation of diverse cultures and peoples. Students use the center to complete homework assignments and class projects.

The Language Learning Center is located in the Humanities and Social Sciences Building (Room 107) with open hours posted each semester.

Tutoring Services
The department provides student-tutoring services for introductory French, German, and Spanish classes. For more information, contact the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures.

Minor in Spanish

Prerequisites

        ASPA 210 Intermediate Spanish or by placement

Language Component ......................................................................................... 6
        ASPA 316 Conversation and Composition
        ASPA 317 Advanced Spanish Conversation and Composition

Culture Component ............................................................................................. 6
        ASPA 303 Latin American Culture and Civilization
        ASPA 319 Spanish Peninsular Culture and Civilization

Literature Component ........................................................................................ 3
        EITHER ASPA 320 Survey of Latin American Literature, or
        ASPA 321 Survey of Latin American Literature II, or
        ASPA 340 Survey of Peninsular Literature

Spanish Elective .................................................................................................. 3
        Any Spanish course numbered 300 and above, including ASPA 388

Add-On Teacher Certification in Spanish
Students can earn certification in Spanish through the "add-on" certification process. Initially certified individuals who complete 18 hours of electives in Spanish (210 and above) and pass the content area of the PRAXIS II exam can qualify for certification in Spanish. Students should consult with the Spanish program coordinator or the Dean of the School of Education concerning specific requirements for add-on certification in Spanish.

Course Descriptions

Languages, Literatures and Cultures
Introductory language courses are sequential (101, 102, 210); each lower numbered course is a prerequisite for the next one in the sequence. For entrance into any course except 101, the student must have taken the previous course or have placed into that level. It is not permissible for a student to enroll in one of the above courses with a lower number than any other course in that language which the student has successfully completed with a grade of C or better. (For example, enrolling in 101 after completing 102 with a grade of C or better will not be allowed.)

Courses taught in translation (such as AFRE 388, AFRE 398, AGER 398, or ASPA 388) do not have a language prerequisite and cannot be used to satisfy the language requirement.

French (AFRE)

AFRE 101 Beginning French. (4) (Prereq: Open to students who have not studied French previously or who place into this course) Study of the fundamentals of the language to develop an ability to read, write, speak, anerstand spoken French at the most basic level as well as to be aware of cultural contexts.

AFRE 102 Continuing French. (4) (Prereq: C or better in AFRE 101 or by placement) Continuation of Beginning French with more intense practice in reading, writing, understanding and analyzing spoken French at the ACTFL-recommended novice high level. Knowledge of culture, traditions, and customs of the regions where French is spoken will also be included.

AFRE 210 Intermediate French. (4) (Prereq: C or better in AFRE 102 or by placement) Students will develop proficiency in French at the Intermediate High level or above through the use and intense practice of multiple linguistic skills. Among these skills are sustaining and concluding a conversation in French on controversial topics, debating opinions, writing analytical paragraphs based on a movie and/or a newspaper article, and understanding native speech articulated at the normal pace. Emphasis will also be placed on knowledge of the cultural constructs in which French is spoken as well as on the geographic region in which this language is spoken.

AFRE 300 Conversation and Composition. (3) (Prereq: AFRE 210 or by placement) Intensive oral-aural practice in conversational French with emphasis on spontaneous discourse in French, on pronunciation and fluidity, on critical analysis and interpretation of short monographic texts in French and on the techniques of writing basic compositions, utilizing diverse tenses and advanced vocabulary.

AFRE 301 Advanced Conversation and Composition. (3) (Prereq: AFRE 210 or by placement) Intensive study of conversations and written French using the multi-skills approach and on the techniques of writing extemporaneous, anecdotal, humorous, descriptive and controversial compositions using expanded vocabulary and advanced tenses and moods in French.

AFRE 302 French Culture and Civilization. (3) (Prereq: AFRE 300 or 301, or permission of instructor) Intensive study of the cultures and civilization of France from the Gauls, Romans, and Gallo-Roman civilization to the varied cultures which have combined to form modern France. Study of France’s economic power, technological achievements, diplomatic presence, art, music, literature, film and cuisine, and its role in the evolving European union. Appreciation of the contemporary international influence of France in the economic, technical, diplomatic and artistic realms.

AFRE 303 Francophone Culture and Civilization. (3) (Prereq: AFRE 300 or 301, or permission of instructor) Intensive study of the cultures and civilizations of the francophone world, concentrating on the evolution of diverse cultures and their impact on present-day France. Exploration and discussion of the hybrid cultures which have evolved in these diverse areas resulting from the contact between the indigenous populations and the French settlers, French education and social structure. A comparison between Haiti, the world’s first Black republic, and other Caribbean islands which have remained part of France with African countries which emerged in the last fifty years. The development in North Africa (e.g. Algeria) of an original culture melding Berber, Roman, Arabic and French influences, with reference to Algerian history, music, art and literature, as well as its contemporary impact on French culture. French communities in Louisiana, New England and Canada with an introduction to the study of Cajun/Creole French and its concomitant influence on the contemporary culture (food, music, art, etc.) of Louisiana and the rest of the U.S.

AFRE 305 Survey of French Literature. (3) (Prereq: AFRE 300 or 301, or permission of instructor) Reading, discussion, study and analysis of selected representative literature from French writers from the Middle Ages up to the present. Special attention will be given to the development of critical skills for literary analysis.

AFRE 306 Survey of Non-Western French Literature. (3) (Prereq: AFRE 300 or 301, or permission of instructor) Reading, discussion, and study of selected representative literature by French-language writers. Focus on the writings and cultures of the French Caribbean, French West Africa, North Africa, Southeast Asia and the Indian Ocean - countries such as Algeria, Tunisia, Senegal, Mali, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Vietnam, Martinique, and Guadeloupe.

AFRE 307 Women in France and the Francophone World. (3) (Prereq: AFRE 300 or 301, or permission of instructor) Study of the role of women in France from the Middle Ages to the present and in the Francophone world of independent, mostly third-world French-speaking communities, as reflected in selected writings, films and music, as well as relevant magazine articles and press reports, by and about women. Discussion of the political, economic and social status of women, conflicts between modernization and tradition, empowerment and subservience, autonomy and community, patriarchy and equality.

AFRE 388 Selected Non-Western Topics in Translation. (3) (Prereq: AEGL 102) Intensive study of selected topics of the non-Western French-speaking world (Africa, Asia, the Caribbean), with specific topics announced for each offering of the course. May be repeated with permission of instructor. Cannot be used to satisfy the language requirement. No previous knowledge of French necessary. (Satisfies the non-Western world studies requirement.)

AFRE 397 The French Film Experience. (3) An introduction to the rich and varied French cinema with emphasis on the New Wave, film noir, historical, epic and psychological drama. Will also consider recent experiments in post-modern, absurd or fantasy movies of the last decade. Includes one or more films from Africa. Films will be in French with English subtitles. Taught in English. No prior knowledge of French required.

AFRE 398 Selected Topics in Translation. (1-4) (Prereq: AEGL 102) Intensive studies in selected authors or literary movements of France and the French-speaking world, with specific topics announced for each semester/year. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.

AFRE 399 Independent Study. (1-6) (Prereq: permission of instructor)

German (AGER)

AGER 101 Beginning German. (4) (Prereq: Open to students who have not studied German previously or who place into this course) Study of the fundamentals of the language to develop an ability to read, write, speak, and understand spoken German at the most basic level as well as to be aware of cultural contexts.

AGER 102 Continuing German. (4) (Prereq: C or better in AGER 101 or by placement) Continuation of Beginning German with more intense practice in reading, writing, understanding and analyzing spoken German at the ACTFL-recommended novice high level. Knowledge of culture, traditions, and customs of the regions where German is spoken will also be included.

AGER 210 Intermediate German. (4) (Prereq: C or better in AGER 102 or by placement) Students will develop proficiency in German at the Intermediate High level or above through the use and intense practice of multiple linguistic skills. Among these skills are sustaining and concluding a conversation in German on controversial topics, debating opinions, writing analytical paragraphs based on a movie and/or a newspaper article, and understanding native speech articulated at the normal pace. Emphasis will also be placed on knowledge of the cultural constructs in which German is spoken as well as on the geographic region in which this language is spoken.

AGER 300 Conversation and Composition. (3) (Prereq: AGER 210 or by placement) Intensive oral-aural practice in conversational German with emphasis on spontaneous discourse in German, on pronunciation and fluidity, on critical analysis and interpretation of short monographic texts in German and on the techniques of writing basic compositions, utilizing diverse tenses and advanced vocabulary.

AGER 301 Advanced German Conversation and Composition. (3) (Prereq: AGER 210 or by placement) Intensive study of conversation and written German using the multi-skills approach and on the techniques of writing extemporaneous, anecdotal, humorous, descriptive and controversial compositions using expanded vocabulary and advanced tenses and moods in German.

AGER 303 German Culture and Civilization. (3) (Prereq: AGER 300 or 301, or consent of instructor) Intensive study of the Germanic cultures and civilizations, concentrating on the evolution of High and Low German; the development of the conditions that led to the downfall of the Berlin Wall; the current immigration into Germany by a variety of people, particularly from East Germany; world-changing issues like the Holocaust; and the current and traditional impact of German economic power on other European countries and on the USA.

AGER 305 Survey of German Literature. (3) (Prereq: AGER 300 and 301, or by placement) Reading, discussion, study and analysis of selected representative literature from German writers beginning from Middle Ages up to the present. Special attention will be given to the development of critical skills for literary analysis.

AGER 395 Selected Topics. (1-4) (Prereq: AGER 103, or permission of instructor, or by placement exam) Intensive study of selected topics of German and the German-speaking world, with specific topics announced for each offering of the course.

AGER 397 German Film. (3) (Prereq: AEGL 102) The course investigates how post WWII German filmmakers deal with the Nazi past and the Third Reich. In addition, films by the most important contemporary German filmmakers (Fassbinder, Schloendorff, Herzog, Wenders, etc.) will be analyzed. Films will be in German with English subtitles or dubbed. Taught in English. No prior knowledge of German is required. Satisfies the humanities requirement.

AGER 398 Selected Topics in Translation. (1-4) (Prereq: AEGL 102) Intensive studies in selected authors or literary movements of the German speaking countries. Specific topics to be announced each semester/year. May be repeated with permission of instructor.

AGER 399 Independent Study. (1-6) (Prereq: permission of instructor)

Italian (AITL)

AITL 101 Beginning Italian. (4) (Prereq: Open to students who have not studied Italian previously or who place into this course) Study of the fundamentals of the language to develop an ability to read, write, speak and understand spoken Italian at the most basic level as well as to be aware of cultural contexts.

AITL 102 Continuing Italian. (4) (Prereq: C or better in AITL 101 or by placement) Continuation of Beginning Italian with more intense practice in reading, writing, understanding and analyzing spoken Italian at the ACTFL-recommended novice high level. Knowledge of culture, traditions, and customs of the regions where Italian is spoken will also be included.

Latin (ALAT)

ALAT 101 Beginning Latin. (4) (Prereq: Open to students who have not studied Latin previously or who place into this course) Study of the fundamentals of the language at the most basic level with an emphasis on reading Latin as well as enriching one’s English vocabulary and examining the cultural context of Latin (e.g., Roman way of life, art, architecture, history, literature, etc.). The evolution of modern European languages from Latin will also be studied.

ALAT 102 Continuing Latin. (4) (Prereq: C or better in ALAT 101 or by placement) Continuation of Beginning Latin with more intense practice in reading, writing, understanding and analyzing Latin at the ACTFL-recommended novice high level. Knowledge of culture, traditions, and customs of the regions where Latin was developed will also be included.

ALAT 210 Intermediate Latin. (4) (Prereq: C or better in ALAT 102 or by placement) Students will develop proficiency in Latin at the Intermediate High level or above through the use and intense practice of multiple linguistic skills. Emphasis will also be placed on knowledge of the historical constructs in which Latin was used and on the geographic regions in which this language was developed.

Spanish (ASPA)

ASPA 101 Beginning Spanish. (4) (Prereq: Open to students who have not studied Spanish previously or who place into this course) Study of the fundamentals of Spanish to develop an ability to read, write, speak, and understand spoken Spanish at the most basic level as well as to be aware of cultural contexts.

ASPA 102 Continuing Spanish. (4) (Prereq: C or better in ASPA 101 or by placement) Continuation of Beginning Spanish with more intense practice in reading, writing, understanding and analyzing spoken Spanish at the ACTFL-recommended novice high level. Knowledge of culture, traditions, and customs of the regions where Spanish is spoken will also be included.

ASPA 210 Intermediate Spanish. (4) (Prereq: C or better in ASPA 102 or by placement) Students will develop proficiency in Spanish at the Intermediate High level or above through the use and intense practice of multiple linguistic skills. Among these skills are sustaining and concluding a conversation in Spanish on controversial topics, debating opinions, writing analytical paragraphs based on a movie and/or a newspaper article, and understanding native speech articulated at the normal pace. Emphasis will also be placed on knowledge of the cultural constructs in which Spanish is spoken as well as on the geographic regions in which this language is spoken.

ASPA 303 Latin American Culture and Civilization. (3) (Prereq: ASPA 316 and 317, or by placement) Study of the religious, historical, political, social and economic organizations of the three important pre-Colombian tribes and an analysis of the impact that these cultural entities have had on contemporary Latin American Culture and Civilization. Study of the cultural changes caused in Latin America by the conquest. Study of the impact of western capital investments on Latin America and finally, an analysis of current Latin American-USA relationships, emphasizing historical and contemporary US military interventions in Latin America. Satisfies the Non-Western world studies requirement.

ASPA 308 Art, Literature and Film of U.S. Latinos. (3) (Prereq: ASPA 316 and 317, or consent of instructor) Reading, study and analysis of selected visual art, literature and film by US Latinos from the many Latino communities of the USA, such as Dominicans, Puerto Ricans, Mexicans and Cubans. Emphasis will be placed on contemporary representative works of each of the above genres and on discussions and analysis of the selected works.

ASPA 312 Spanish for Medical Personnel. (3) This course will enable pre-med students, nurses, doctors and other health-care professionals to communicate effectively with the Latino patient, in and out of the United States, in the course of their daily work. The course will prioritize communicative skills in Spanish through the use of diverse and contemporary second-language acquisition pedagogy, including personalized questions/answers, focused role-play, translation and interpretation exercises and technology-based activities. May be taught as a ten to twelve day immersion course during the regular semester, including Maymester, or during the summer or spring breaks. Cannot be used to fulfill second language requirements.

ASPA 313 Spanish for Teachers. (3) This course will present to elementary and secondary student-teachers and regular full-time teachers specialized vocabulary, grammar and cultural information that will allow them to communicate effectively with the Latino students and their parents in the course of their interaction. This course will emphasize communicative skills and realistic role-playing activities that will focus on everyday classroom vocabulary, on social/personal situations that enhance the learning environment and on familial constructs that address the issue of communication between the teacher and the Latino student. May be taught as a ten to twelve day immersion course during the regular semester, including Maymester or during the summer or spring breaks. Cannot be used to fulfill second language requirements.

ASPA 314 Spanish for Public Service. (3) This course develops oral and aural proficiency in public service-related interactions where Spanish is the principal means of communication through practical situations and role-playing. The course studies multicultural awareness and understanding of Latino attitudes. May be taught as a ten to twelve day immersion course during the regular semester, including Maymester, or during the summer or spring breaks. Cannot be used to fulfill second-language requirements.

ASPA 315 Spanish for Business and Finance. (3) Study of grammar, culture and specialized vocabulary that professionals in business, commerce and finance will need to be able to communicate effectively with the Latino community, in and out of the United States, as they fulfill their daily work-related obligations. The course will emphasize communicative skills in the Spanish language and will include a variety of pedagogical strategies, such as personalized questions, cultural role-play, translation and interpretation exercises and technology-based activities all designed to enhance the participant’s knowledge of functional Spanish for business. May be taught as a ten to twelve day immersion course during the regular semester, including Maymester, or during the summer or spring breaks. Cannot be used to fulfill second language requirements.

ASPA 316 Conversation and Composition. (3) (Prereq: ASPA 210 or by placement) Intensive oral-aural practice in conversational Spanish with emphasis on spontaneous discourse in Spanish, on pronunciation and fluidity, on critical analysis and interpretation of short monographic texts in Spanish, and on the techniques of writing basic compositions, utilizing diverse tenses and advanced vocabulary.

ASPA 317 Advanced Spanish Conversation and Composition. (3) (Prereq: ASPA 210 or by placement) Intensive study of conversation and written Spanish using the multi-skills approach and the techniques of writing extemporaneous, anecdotal, humorous, descriptive and controversial compositions using expanded vocabulary and advanced tenses and moods in Spanish.

ASPA 318 Spanish Linguistics. (3) (Prereq: any ASPA 300 level course) Introduction to Spanish linguistics. Emphasis on phonology, pronunciation, semantics and syntax. The historical, regional and social variations of the Spanish language and their practical and global applications will be studied and analyzed.

ASPA 319 Spanish Peninsular Culture and Civilization. (3) (Prereq: ASPA 316 and 317, or by placement) Study of the different cultures of Spain, beginning with the Iberian tribes and continuing with the Romans, the Visigoths, the Arabs and up to the contemporary culture and civilization. Study of the impact that these different cultures have on Spanish traditional and contemporary culture. Study of the classical and contemporary art of Spain and its major national and international influences.

ASPA 320 Survey of Latin American Literature. (3) (Prereq: ASPA 316 or 317, or by placement) Reading, discussion and study in all literary genres of selected representative works of Latin American writers, beginning from the pre-Columbia period up to the late nineteenth century. Special emphasis will be given to the development of critical skills for literary analysis.

ASPA 321 Survey of Latin American Literature II. (3) (Prereq: ASPA 316 and 317, or by placement) Reading, discussion, and study of selected representative works of Latin American writers, beginning from the late nineteenth century up to the present. Special emphasis will be given to the development of critical skills for literary analysis.

ASPA 340 Survey of Peninsular Literature. (3) (Prereq: ASPA 316 or 317, or by placement) Reading, discussion and study in all literary genres of selected representative works of Spanish Peninsular literature, beginning from the Middle Ages up to the present. Special emphasis will be given to the development of critical skills for literary analysis.

ASPA 380 Hispanic Cultures and Identities. (3) (Prereq: AEGL 102) Taught in English. Course explores the development of contemporary Latin American worldviews and identity by focusing on the various contributions of indigenous, European, and African peoples to the sense of identities and cultural traditions in the Americas. This course does not apply towards a Spanish minor. Cannot be used to satisfy the language requirement. (Satisfies the non-Western world studies requirement.)

ASPA 388 Selected Non-Western Topics in Translation. (1-4) (Prereq: AEGL 102) Taught in English. An intensive, critical study of selected topics in literature, culture, and civilization. Topics will address primarily Latin American issues. Specific topics will be announced each semester. May be repeated with permission of instructor. Cannot be used to satisfn language requirement. (Satisfies the non-Western world studies requirement.)

ASPA 397 Hispanic Film. (3) (Prereq: AEGL 102) The course will be taught in English and the films will have English subtitles. An introduction to Hispanic film with emphasis on its artistic, social, political, and cultural contexts. Students will analyze a variety of classic and contemporary films from Latin America, Spain, and the United States. (Satisfies the non-Western world studies requirement)

ASPA 399 Independent Study. (1-6) (Prereq: permission of instructor)

ASPA 426 Afro-Hispanic Literatures. (3) (Prereq: ASPA 311) The course is an interdisciplinary approach to the confluence of African and Hispanic cultures in the Caribbean and continental regions. Readings and discussion of works in their cultural, historical, literary, and socio-economic context. (Satisfies the non-Western world studies requirement).

ASPA 488 Selected Non-Western Topics. (1-4) (Prereq: ASPA 316 or ASPA 317, or permission of instructor) An intensive study of classical and contemporary Latin American topics in language, literature, literary theory, and culture and civilization. Topics will be announced in advance. (Satisfies the non-Western world studies requirement.)

ASPA 498 Selected Topics. (1-4) (Prereq: ASPA 309 or permission of instructor) An intensive study of selected topics in literature, language, culture, civilization and theory. Specific topics will be announced each semester.

Valdis O. Lumans, Department Chair

Professors
Robert E. Botsch (Political Science), Ph.D., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 1977, Carolina Trustee Professor,
John and Mary P. Grew Chair in American Studies
William S. Brockington, Jr. (History), Ph.D., University of South Carolina, 1975
James O. Farmer (History), Ph.D., University of South Carolina, 1982, June Rainsford Henderson Chair in Southern History
Elaine Lacy (History), Ph.D., Arizona State, 1991, Strom Thurmond Chair in Political Science or History
Valdis O. Lumans (History), Ph.D., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 1979, Carolina Trustee Professor, Cleora Toole Murray Chair in History
Girma Negash (Political Science), Ph.D., University of Colorado, 1982

Associate Professors
Carol Botsch (Political Science), Ph.D., University of South Carolina, 1988
Blanche Premo-Hopkins (Philosophy), Ph.D., Marquette University, 1974

Assistant Professors
Roger A. Deal (History), Ph.D., University of Utah, 2006
Steven P. Millies (Political Science), Ph.D., Catholic University of America, 2003
Maggi M. Morehouse (History), Ph.D., University of California-Berkeley, 2001

Instructor
David Dillard-Wright (Philosophy), Ph.D., Drew University, 2007

Lecturers
Joseph C. Elliott (History), M.A., Appalachian State University, 1970
Alexia J. Helsley (History), M.A., University of South Carolina, 1974

Distinguished Professor Emeritus
W. Calvin Smith (History), Ph.D., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 1971

Professor Emeritus
George Bowdler (Political Science), Ph.D., University of South Carolina, 1974

Department Mission Statement - History Program
The History Program, an exclusively undergraduate program leading to the BA degree, supports the USCA mission as written on page 1 of the USCA Bulletin and is designed to achieve these goals. In addition we have accepted as our specific mission the following : 1) Contribute to the humanistic, liberal education of all USCA students; 2) prepare History majors to meet program requirements and ultimately receive the BA degree in History; 3) provide auxiliary services for other disciplines (e.g., history courses as electives, cognates, minors and other curriculum requirements); 4) contribute to the overall development of the USCA academic community through faculty services activities; 5) contribute academic and scholarly expertise to the Aiken community and beyond. Our faculty strives to fulfill its mission primarily through instruction, research, and service, in particular the emphasis on pursuit of academic excellence.

Curricula
In order to be awarded a bachelor’s degree with a major in History or a major in Political Science, students must complete the basic requirements listed below and specific major requirements. The basic requirements include general education requirements (page 31, "Academic Regulations") and either a minor (18 hours) in a discipline other than the major discipline, or a cognate (12 hours), consisting of advanced courses in at least two different disciplines related to the student’s major interest. Political Science and History majors who either have a completed degree in another field, or are working on another degree concurrently, or have declared a double major, are not required to have a minor or cognate as a requirement for graduation. All course work counting towards the major, minor or cognate must be completed with at least a C grade. Courses in which a grade less than C is made may be repeated. Electives, courses not counting towards the general education requirements, major requirements, or either the minor or cognate, should be chosen to provide the student with the broadest possible education. Developmental courses will not count toward the 120 hour requirement for a bachelor’s degree in this department. The maximum number of credit hours for activities courses accepted for credit towards a Political Science or a History degree is four. The department chair will determine the applicability of all transfer courses towards degrees granted in the department. Transfer students working towards a degree in History or Political Science must take a minimum of 12 hours of major requirement courses at USCA. It is the student’s responsibility to plan a suitable course of study for her/his goals and to consult frequently with a major advisor as to the selection of courses. Each student is responsible for ensuring completion of all degree requirements and compilation of records of course work.

Bachelor of Arts—Major in History
To fulfill the Bachelor of Arts degree requirements in History a student must successfully complete at least 120 credit hours in academic subjects. All candidates for the degree of Bachelor of Arts with a major in History must satisfy a set of general education requirements, listed below, which are designed to prevent any student from adopting too narrow an academic focus. In addition to these requirements the student must choose to pursue either a minor or a cognate. As a major requirement the student must take 31 hours of history courses numbered 300 or above.

AHST 300 should be taken as soon as possible after a history major attains sophomore status (30 hours).

History Honors Recognition:  Senior History majors (90 hours or more) will be considered, by the department, as a "History Honors Major," upon completion of the Senior Honors Thesis, AHST 500, with the grade of B or higher. See the description of AHST 500 for prerequisites and conditions. AHST 500 may be included as one of nine 300 level and above courses (27 hours) required of History majors.

History majors may take up to 9 hours of independent study in history that will count towards the major and 6 hours in other disciplines for a maximum 15 hours of independent studies.

1.    General Education Requirements.................................................... 56-58

       A.    Skills and Competencies¹ ........................................................ 21-23
                   English 101 and 102² .................................................................... 6
                        Composition/Composition and Literature
                  Math/Statistics/Logic³..................................................................... 6
                  Applied Speech Communication⁴ .................................................. 3
                  Languages⁵ ............................................................................... 6-8

       B.   Methods and History of Disciplines⁶ ............................................ 35
                Natural Sciences .......................................................................... 8
                    Biology, Chemistry, Physics,
                    Geology, Astronomy (2 labs)

                Social and Behavioral Sciences (at least two areas)........................ 9
                    Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology,
                    Economics, Political Science, Geography

                Humanities⁷ (at least two areas).................................................... 12
                    Philosophy (not logic),
                    History, Literature, Fine Arts History,
                    Humanities (AHUM acronym), Religion,
                    Selected Language courses,
                    Communications (last two digits in 50s or 60s)
                     Honors (AHON acronym)

                History of Civilization (AHST 101 or AHST 102)......................... 3

2.      Major Requirements.........................................................................  31
                AHST 300 Scope and Methods of History ...................................... 4 
                History courses 300-level and above ............................................. 27
                The 27 hours must be distributed as follows⁸:
                    United States History ............................................................. 3-15
                    European ............................................................................... 3-15
                    Non-Western ........................................................................ 3-15

3.      Cognate or Minor.......................................................................... 12-18
                Cognate........................................................................................... 12
                Minor.............................................................................................. 18

4.        Free Electives................................................................................. 13-21

Total hours required⁶ ................................................................................... 120  
¹ For undergraduate writing proficiency, see Proficiency Portfolio in Writing described on page 46.
² Students must complete English 101 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements. Students must also complete AEGL 102 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements and before taking other English courses.
³ AMTH 221 and AMTH 222 cannot be used for General Education math credit EXCEPT by students graduating with degrees in Elementary, Early Childhood or Special Education.
⁴ The following are considered Applied Speech Communication courses: ACOM 201, ACOM 241, and ACOM 342.
⁵ Two (2) semesters of the same language. See degree program requirements for Language study.
⁶ At least 3 hours must be in non-Western world studies, unless an approved non-Western world studies course has been completed elsewhere in the student’s degree program.
⁷ For a list of courses that will meet the Humanities general education requirement, see page 31.
⁸ The department will determine the field of any course whose subject is general in nature and does not clearly fit any of the three fields.

Minor in History

All courses must be 200-level or higher

Requirements:
U.S. History ........................................................  6
Non-U.S. History ...............................................   6
Any area of History (student’s choice) ..................  6

Total hours required...................................... 18

Department Mission Statement - Political Science Program
The Political Science Program, an exclusively undergraduate program leading to the BA degree, supports the USCA mission as written on page 1 of the USCA Bulletin and is designed to achieve these goals. In addition we have accepted as our specific mission the following: 1) Contribute to the humanistic, liberal education of all USCA students; 2) prepare Political Science majors to meet program requirements and ultimately receive the BA degree in Political Science; 3) provide auxiliary services for other disciplines (e.g., Political Science courses as electives, cognates, minors, and other curriculum requirements); 4) contribute to the overall development of the USCA community through faculty service activities; 5) contribute academic and professional expertise to the Aiken community and beyond. The faculty strives to fulfill its mission primarily through instruction, research, and service, and especially the pursuit of academic excellence.

Political Science Honors Recognition:  Senior Political Science majors (90 hours or more) will be considered by the department as a "Political Science Honors Major, " upon completion of the Senior Honors Thesis, APLS 500, with the grade of B or higher. See the description of APLS 500 for prerequisites and conditions. APLS 500 will be included as one of five electives, either in Option #1 or Option #2 below.

Political Science —Bachelor of Arts
All candidates for the Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Political Science must complete 120 credit hours of academic work, including the general education requirements listed below (56-58 hours), either a minor (18 hours) or a cognate (12 hours) (refer to description of minor and cognate under History requirements), and the following major requirements:

      A.    Skills and Competencies¹........................................................... 21-23
                English 101 and 102²........................................................................  6
                    Composition/Composition and Literature
                Math/Statistics/Logic³ ......................................................................  6
                Applied Speech Communication⁴ .....................................................  3
                Languages⁵ ................................................................................... 6-8

    B.     Methods and History of Disciplines⁶ .............................................  35
                Natural Sciences................................................................................ 8
                    Biology, Chemistry, Physics,
                    Geology, Astronomy (2 labs)

                Social and Behavioral Sciences (at least two areas)............................  9
                    Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology,
                    Economics, Political Science, Geography

                Humanities⁷ (at least two areas)........................................................ 12
                    Philosophy (not logic),
                    History, Literature, Fine Arts History,
                    Humanities (AHUM acronym), Religion,
                    Selected Language courses,
                    Communications (last two digits in 50s or 60s),
                    Honors (AHON acronym)

                History of Civilization (AHST 101 or AHST 102)............................... 3

                American Political Institutions.............................................................. 3
                    (APLS 201, AHST 201, or AHST 202)

2.    Major Requirements.............................................................................. 37

            Common Core:
            APLS 101 or 103, and 110, 201, 301.......................................... 13
            American Government 300 level or above....................................... 3
            International Relations/Comparative Politics above 300 level............ 3
            Political Theory 300 level or above.................................................. 3
            Public Administration 300 level or above......................................... 3
 

            Option #1: Comprehensive Political Science:
            Any Political Science 300 level or above ....................................... 12
            For those who qualify, an approved APLS 500 - Senior Honors Thesis⁸.

            Option #2: Campaign Management and Elections:
            Four of the following Political Science courses ................................12
            APLS 321, 322, 340, 345, 352, 368, approved 399, 431, 458, 461, 463, approved 493 or 494 courses, and for those who qualify, an approved APLS 500 - Senior Honors Thesis⁸.

            Option #3: International Service:
            Four of the following Political Science courses: ............................... 12
            APLS 315, 316, 320, 330, 340, 345, 385, 487, 488, or approved 492, 493 or 494 courses, and for those who qualify, an approved APLS 500 - Senior Honors Thesis⁸.

            Option #4: Public Service:
            Four of the following Political Science courses ...............................  12
            APLS 322, 353, 370, 373, 374, 458, 471, 472, 473, 399 (approved Internship), or approved 493 or 494 courses, and for those who qualify, an approved APLS 500 - Senior Honors Thesis⁸.

3.     Cognate or Minor........................................................................ 12-18
            Cognate.......................................................................................... 12
            Minor............................................................................................. 18

Total hours required⁶............................................................................. 120
¹ For undergraduate writing proficiency, see Proficiency Portfolio in Writing described on page 46.
² Students must complete English 101 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements. Students must also complete AEGL 102 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements and before taking other English courses.
³ AMTH 221 and AMTH 222 cannot be used for General Education math credit EXCEPT by students graduating with degrees in Elementary, Early Childhood or Special Education.
⁴ The following are considered Applied Speech Communication courses: ACOM 201, ACOM 241, and ACOM 342.
⁵ Two (2) semesters of the same language. See degree program requirements for Language study.
⁶ At least 3 hours must be in non-Western world studies, unless an approved non-Western world studies course has been completed elsewhere in the student’s degree program.
⁷ For a list of courses that will meet the Humanities general education requirement, see page 31.
⁸ Requires a 3.5 GPA in major courses and permission of instructor.

APLS 301 should be taken as soon as possible after a political science major attains sophomore status (30 hours).

Political Science majors may take up to 9 hours of independent study in Political Science that will count towards the major and 6 hours in other disciplines for a maximum of 15 hours of independent study.

Minor in Political Science

Requirements:
APLS 101, 103, or 110................................................................ 3
APLS 301 Scope and Methods of Political Science ...................... 4
American Government 300 level or above ..................................... 3
International Relations/Comparative Politics 300 level or above ..... 3
Political Theory 300 level or above ............................................... 3
Public Administration 300 level or above ......................................  3

International Studies

Minor in International Studies

Requirements:
Humanities
(one of the following is required): .................................................. 3
        AARH 105, 106, 312 or 397
        A non-US literature course above the 200 level
        AHUM 201 Peace Studies
        ACOM 450 Intercultural Communication
        Language 200 level or greater

Anthropology/Geography/Sociology
(two of the following are required):................................................ 6
        AANP 102 Understanding Other Cultures or
            upper level cultural anthropology course
        AGRY 101 Geography of the Developed World,
            or AGRY 102 Geography of the Developing World,
            or other non-US geography course
        ASCY 310 Social Demography or
        ASCY 315 World Population Problems

International History: ................................................................... 3
    Any non-US History above the 300 level

International Relations (two of the following are required):............  6
    APLS 101 Global Politics or APLS 103 Non-Western Politics
    APLS 315 International Relations
    APLS 316 Comparative Politics
    APLS 487 Government and Politics of Africa
    APLS 488 Government and Politics of Latin America

Total hours required............................................................... 18

Minor in International Relations

Requirements:
APLS 101 Global Politics or APLS 103 Non-Western Politics:................ 3
Five of the following courses are required:.............................................. 15
    APLS 315 International Relations
    APLS 330 International Organization
    APLS 340 Conduct and Formulation of US Foreign Policy
    APLS 316 Comparative Politics
    APLS 487 Government and Politics of Africa
    APLS 488 Government and Politics of Latin America

Philosophy
Several courses in philosophy are offered. Students contemplating a major in Philosophy can complete at least the first two years of a standard curriculum at USCA and transfer to another college to complete their degree. Students may include Philosophy as a concentration or component of the BIS program.

Minor in Philosophy

Requirements:
APHL 102 Introduction to Philosophy .......................................  3
APHL 110 Introduction to Deductive Logic................................  3
One of the following: ..................................................................  3
    APHL 302 Ancient Philosophy
    APHL 303 17th and 18th Century Philosophy and Science
    APHL 304 19th and 20th Century Philosophy

Three additional courses:.............................................................. 9
    Any courses with the APHL acronym
    No more than two of the following courses:
    APLS 320 Introduction to Political Theory
    APLS 321 Sexual Politics and Political Theory
    APLS 322 American Political Theory
    APSY 300 History and Systems of Psychology
    ASCY 496 Sociological Theory

Religious Studies
Several courses in religious studies are offered. Students contemplating a major in Religious Studies can complete at least their first two years at USCA. Students may include Religious Studies as a concentration or component in the BIS degree.

Minor in Religious Studies

Requirements:
    I. APHL 102 Introduction to Philosophy .................  3
    II. AREL 101, 103................................................... 6
    III. One of the following courses: .............................  3
            AANP 352 Anthropology of Magic and Religion
            AHST 341 Religion in America: A Historical Survey
            AREL 301 Introduction to the Hebrew Bible
            AREL 302 Introduction to Early Christian Writings
    IV. Two additional courses selected from:.................. 6
            AEGL 389 Classical Mythology
            AEGL 425 Early America Literature
            AHUM 201 Peace Studies
            APHL 211 Contemporary Moral Issues
            APHL 302 Ancient Philosophy
            APHL 311 Ethics
            AREL 390 Topics in Religious Studies
            Any of the courses listed above in III not taken to fulfill item III

Course Descriptions

History (AHST)

AHST 101 Introduction to World Civilizations to 1750. (3) A survey of the social, economic, cultural and political development of the major world civilizations of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Western Hemisphere from prehistory to ca. 1750.

AHST 102 Introduction to World Civilizations Since 1750. (3) A survey of the social, economic, cultural and political development of the major world civilizations of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Western Hemisphere from ca. 1750 to present. (AHST 101 is not a prerequisite for AHST 102).

AHST 201 History of the United States from Discovery to 1865. (3) A general survey of the history of the United States from the era of discovery through the Civil War, emphasizing major political, constitutional, economic, social and intellectual developments.

AHST 202 History of the United States from 1865 to the Present. (3) A general survey of the history of the United States from the Civil War to the present, emphasizing major political, constitutional, economic, social and intellectual developments. (AHST 201 is not a prerequisite for AHST 202.)

AHST 300 Scope and Methods of History. (4) (Prereq: Sophomore standing [30 hours] or permission of instructor) A study of the historical method, methods of research, sources, interpretations, and bibliographies. Includes a laboratory. Required of all history majors.

AHST 312 A Survey of British History since 1750. (3) A survey of the political, economic, social and cultural development of Britain from pre-Roman times to the present.

AHST 313 Great Britain and the World. (3) A survey of the impact of the British Empire upon world history, 1600 to the present. Emphasis will be on political, economic and cultural exchanges and legacies.

AHST 319 The Birth of Europe (3) A survey of the formation and development of Europe from the 4th to 14th centuries. Emphasis upon the emergence of European culture and the interaction between western Europe and the Byzantine/Islamic East.

AHST 320 Early Modern Europe, 1300-1789. (3) A survey of the dynastic, territorial states of Europe from the Renaissance to the French Revolution.

AHST 321 Modern Europe. (3) A survey of the development of the modern nation state from the French Revolution to the present.

AHST 325 Modern Russia. (3) A survey of the development of Czarist Russia and the Soviet Union with emphasis upon Russia from the time of Peter the Great.

AHST 326 Modern Germany. (3) A history of modern Germany since the unification of 1871, covering the Imperial Era, World War I, the Weimar years, the Third Reich, World War II and contemporary Germany.

AHST 329 History of Modern Eastern Europe. (3) The political, economic, and cultural development of Eastern Europe from earliest times to the present.

AHST 330 Colonial America. (3) The European migration to America, the founding of the English colonies, the major aspects of colonial life, society, customs and institutions in the 17th century and the developing maturity and transformation of the colonies in the 18th century.

AHST 331 The American Revolutionary Era. (3) The background, causality and unfolding of the Revolutionary Era, the course of the War for Independence, the establishment of the Confederation and the Constitution, and the early development of the new nation to 1815.

AHST 332 The South, the Sections and the Nation, 1815-1850. (3) The political, economic and cultural development of the United States in the antebellum era, focusing on the interaction of the sections and the forces that made each distinctive, with emphasis on the South.

AHST 334 The Era of Civil War and Reconstruction, 1850-1877. (3) The political, military and social history of the Civil War era and the reorganization in the United States which followed the war.

AHST 335 Emergence of Modern America, 1877-1920. (3) A survey of late nineteenth-century and early twentieth-century United States history with emphasis on the economic, cultural, and resulting political developments from the end of Reconstruction through 1920.

AHST 338 Contemporary United States. (3) A history of the United States from the New Deal to the present. Emphasis is placed on social-cultural, economic, military, and political changes resulting from the New Deal, World War II, and the Cold War.

AHST 340 Life and Thought in American History. (3) A survey of the major ideas, attitudes, values and other cultural forces that have shaped the United States from colonial times to the present.

AHST 341 Religion in America: A Historical Survey. (3) A survey of the historical development of religion in America from the Puritan experience through contemporary religious pluralism.

AHST 351 South Carolina Heritage. (3) A survey of South Carolina history from its Native American origins to the present. Major topics include the context of its founding, its maturation and "golden age," its role in the Revolution, internal divisions, including slavery, and their resolution, conflicts with the federal government and their climax in war and reconstruction, the slow recovery from these traumas, and the state’s gradual modernization.

AHST 361 Early Latin America: From European Discoveries Through Independence. (3) The establishment and consolidation of European empires in Central and South America; the formation of political, social, economic, and cultural traditions of Latin America; the struggle for political independence. Satisfies non-Western world studies requirements.

AHST 362 Modern Latin America: From Independence to the Present. (3) The consequences of independence; the evolution of Latin America society, culture, economy, and states since independence; the problems of modernization and development from the period of independence to the present. Satisfies non-Western world studies requirements.

AHST 366 Modern East Asia. (3) A survey of the political, social, and economic development of the four major East Asian societies and civilizations, China, Japan, Korea, and Viet Nam, from earliest times to the present, with emphasis on the 19th and 20th centuries. Satisfies non-Western world studies requirements.

AHST 385 Evolution of Warfare. (3) A history of tactics, strategy, weapons and logistics from 500 B.C. to the present.

AHST 386 War in the 20th Century. (3) A study of the 20th century themes of nationalism, totalitarianism and imperialism. Extensive use of documentaries and feature films illustrate these themes.

AHST 399 Independent Study. (1-6) (Prereq: permission of instructor) Directed independent project.

AHST 423 History of Mexico. (3) A survey of political, social and economic aspects of Mexican history from pre-Columbian times to the present, with an emphasis on modern Mexico. Satisfies non-Western world studies requirements.

AHST 429 The Holocaust. (3) History of the Holocaust, from early antecedents in biblical times, through the Shoah itself, and up to the most current interpretations and scholarship on this historical phenomenon.

AHST 430 U.S. Constitutional History to 1877. (3) A study of United States Constitutional history from the Colonial Period through Reconstruction with emphasis on the background of the constitution, the formation of the Union, and the increasing role of the Supreme Court in early American History.

AHST 435 Survey of African-American History. (3) A topical study of African-American history from colonial times to the present.

AHST 436 Issues in African American History. (3) A detailed examination of several issues in the history of African Americans. This course is intended to follow the more general survey of African American history with in-depth readings of key primary and secondary sources. Completion of AHST 435 is recommended as a background but is not required.

AHST 451 Issues in South Carolina History. (3) A detailed examination of some of the forces, personalities and events that have shaped South Carolina from its founding in 1670 to the present. Completion of AHST 351 is recommended as background.

AHST 452 History of the New South. (3) A study of the South from Reconstruction through the Bourbon era, agrarian revolt, industrial revolution, racial problems, the impact of World Wars and New Deal to the present.

AHST 464 History of Women in the United States. (3) The social, political, and economic activities and roles of women in the United States from early settlement to the present.

AHST 492 Non-Western Topics. (3) Topics selected will satisfy the non-Western world studies general education requirements.

AHST 493, 494, 495 Topics in History. (3) Reading and study of selected historical subjects. To be offered as a regular lecture/discussion course on a "demand basis" only.

AHST 500 Senior Honors Thesis. (3) An individual research and writing project under faculty supervision. Must have senior standing; 3.0 overall GPA; 3.5 GPA in history courses; permission of instructor.

AHST 599 Advanced Topics in History. (3-6) Reading and research on selected historical topics. Course content varies and will be announced in the schedule of classes by suffix and specific title.

Political Science (APLS)

APLS 101 Global Politics. (3) A survey course of international politics introducing the concepts and tools of the field with exposure to the unfolding events of world politics. The course will address major themes such as nationalism, conflict and cooperation, international security, global economic disparity, human rights, sustainable development and ecological balance. Satisfies non-Western world studies requirements.

APLS 103 Non-Western Politics. (3) An introductory comparative politics course focusing on the economically developing countries of the world. Selected issues on the politics of socio-economic transformation will be examined. Understanding the enhanced by the political imagination of artists and other representative voices. Satisfies non-Western world studies requirements.

APLS 110 Introduction to Politics. (3) Concepts and problems involved in the political relationship among and between individuals, governments and nations, and an overview of the tools used by political scientists to study these changing political relationships.

APLS 201 American National Government. (3) The formation and development of the national government, its organization and powers.

APLS 301 Scope and Methods of Political Science. (4) (Prereq: Sophomore standing [30 hours] or permission of instructor) Political Science: its subject matter and methods of study, with particular emphasis on the scientific method and survey research. Includes a laboratory.

APLS 315 International Relations. (3) Required of all international studies majors. A study of the major political-diplomatic practices and ideas relevant to international relations and foreign policy choices.

APLS 316 Comparative Politics. (3) Comparative approaches to political systems, behavior, and institutions.

APLS 320 Introduction to Political Theory. (3) A study of several major political theorists with different views about human nature, justice, freedom and equality. Emphasis is on understanding the strengths and weaknesses of various positions in political thought, and seeing how articular issues fit into a theoretical framework.

APLS 321 Gender Politics and Political Theory. (3) This course identifies major political factors which gave rise to the women’s movement in the United States. The course examines various schools of thought on the development of feminist theory and how feminism affects the lives of both genders in contemporary politics and society.

APLS 322 American Political Theory. (3) An intensive study of the American founding, emphasizing why our government is structured as it is and the alternatives that were considered. The second half looks at the tension between freedom and equality, and the character of American democracy through the contemporary era.

APLS 330 International Organization. (3) An introduction to the structure and functions of international political and economic organizations. Particular attention to the United Nations and its specialized agencies, and to emerging regional communities. Satisfies non-Western world studies requirements.

APLS 340 The Conduct and Formulation of United States Foreign Policy. (3) An analysis of how contemporary United States foreign policy is made and conducted.

APLS 345 The Vietnam War: American Policy. (3) A comprehensive view of the Vietnam War that includes both background to the American involvement in the conflict and what has happened since the U.S. withdrew in 1975. Particular emphasis on the interplay between popular culture (music, movies, poems, novels, etc.) and U.S. policies; on the Vietnamese perspectives of the conflict; and on the policy decision making process.

APLS 352 Judicial Politics. (3) A study of the legal process and judicial structure, judicial decision-making, political influences on the legal system and the role of the courts in our political system. Contemporary issues used to explore the court’s role as policy-maker and to observe evolution in the law.

APLS 353 Gender and the Law. (3) A study of case law which affects gender roles and status in the areas of civil rights, family, employment and sexuality. The emphasis of the course is on the impact of law on political, social, and private relations, and on the potential of the law to stimulate change in these and other areas.

APLS 368 Public Opinion, Interest Groups and Parties. (3) An analysis of American public opinion including how opinion is formed and influences public policies through interest groups, parties and elections.

APLS 370 Introduction to Public Administration. (3) A study of the basic principles and theory of administrative structure, responsibility and control in relation to policy-making in the modern state.

APLS 373 Women and Public Policy. (3) Examination of how public policy affects women. A number of policy areas will be covered, including both a historical perspective and current issues. Focus is on the United States.

APLS 374 Introduction to Public Policy. (3) Examination of social, political and technical forces in policy-making. Various theories of public policy as well as selected policy areas are covered. Current policy issues will also be included and integrated into the larger theories of decision-making.

APLS 385 Politics and the Arts. (3) A comparative introduction of the political aspects of artistic expressions through an overview of the roles of the different art media as instruments of domination, control, persuasion, protest, and liberation.

APLS 399A Independent Study. (Political Science) (1-6) (Prereq: permission of instructor) Directed independent project.

APLS 399B Independent Study. (International Studies) (1-6) (Prereq: permission of instructor) Directed independent project.

APLS 431 Constitutional Law. (3) A study of the development of Constitutional law from the Reconstruction to the present with special emphasis on the role of the Supreme Court regarding individual rights and liberties.

APLS 458 South Carolina and State and Local Politics. (3) Using South Carolina as a point of departure, a comparative analysis of the powers, organization, problems, processes, and programs of state and local politics.

APLS 461 Congressional Politics. (3) A study of the structure, organization, powers, functions, problems, and politics of the American Congress.

APLS 463 Presidential Politics. (3) A study of the organization, powers, roles, problems, and politics of the American Presidency.

APLS 471 Public Financial Administration. (3) Principles and practices of financial administration, including organization, budgeting, assessment, treasury management and debt.

APLS 472 Public Personnel Management. (3) Fundamental principles of personnel organization and administration, including an analysis of personnel techniques.

APLS 473 Politics and Public Planning. (3) The scope and nature of public planning in American government-federal, state, and local. Types of planning agencies, their organization, functions and authority.

APLS 487 Politics and Governments of Africa. (3) Political developments, processes and institutions of selected African states. Satisfies non-Western world studies requirements.

APLS 488 Politics and Governments of Latin America. (3) The development, principles, political thought and politics of the several Latin American states. Satisfies non-Western world studies requirements.

APLS 492 Non-Western Topics. (3) Topics selected will satisfies the non-Western world studies general education requirements.

APLS 500 Senior Honors Thesis. (3) An individual research and writing project under faculty supervision. Must have senior standing; 3.0 overall GPA; 3.5 GPA in political science courses; permission of instructor.

Philosophy (APHL)

APHL 102 Introduction to Philosophy. (3) An introduction to the main problems of philosophy and its methods of inquiry, analysis and criticism. Works of important philosophers will be read.

APHL 110 Introduction to Deductive Logic. (3) The nature of arguments, fallacies, criteria and techniques of valid deductive inference; applications.

APHL 211 Contemporary Moral Issues. (3) (Prereq: APHL 102 or permission of instructor) Moral issues confronting men and women in contemporary society. Topics will vary but may include discussion of problems related to abortion, euthanasia, war, punishment of criminals, poverty, race relations, sexual equality and ecology.

APHL 302 Ancient Philosophy. (3) (Prereq: APHL 102 or permission of instructor) An introduction to the development of philosophy in the ancient world through the study of the works of representative philosophers focusing on Plato and Aristotle.

APHL 303 Seventeenth and Eighteenth Century Philosophy and Science. (3) (Prereq: APHL 102 or permission of instructor) An examination of the development of modern philosophy. Special attention is given to the Scientific Revolution and to the interaction of philosophy, religion and science.

APHL 304 Nineteenth and Twentieth Century Philosophy. (3) (Prereq: APHL 102 or permission of instructor) An introduction to principal movements of Western philosophy since 1800 through study of significant philosophers. Movements studied may include Idealism, Marxism, Pragmatism, Existentialism, Hermeneutics and Analytical Philosophy.

APHL 311 Ethics. (3) (Prereq: Sophomore or higher class standing) A study of the principles of moral conduct and of the basic concepts underlying these principles, such as good, evil, right, wrong, justice, value and obligation. The ethical works of influential philosophers are analyzed in terms of these concepts. Study will include analysis of cases, literature, and film to elicit moral response and argument.

APHL 312 Philosophy and Science. (3) (Prereq: APHL 102 or permission of instructor) This course introduces students to the intersection between science and philosophy. Topics include the analysis of scientific inference (induction) and the methods and theories contributed by science to our understanding of the world. Questions explored include the following: Can we justify claims made by scientific theories? What counts as scientific "truth?" What are "laws of nature" and how are they "discovered?" The course also addresses questions that both philosophers and scientists pursue through interdisciplinary exchange in the classroom.

APHL 390 Topics in Philosophy. (3) (Prereq: APHL 102 or permission of instructor) Reading and study of selected topics in philosophy.

APHL 399 Independent Study. (1-6) (Prereq: consent of instructor) Supervised individual studies in philosophy.

Religion (AREL)

AREL 101 Biblical History and Literature. (3) A brief introduction to contemporary study of the Bible; its historical background, writing and transmission; its principal persons, events and ideas, and their significance for the present time.

AREL 103 Comparative Religion. (3) A study of the major religions of the world in traditional and contemporary settings: including Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Satisfies non-Western world studies requirements.

AREL 301 Introduction to the Hebrew Bible. (3) A critical study of the literature of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament in English translation), emphasizing its historical development and meaning in the life of ancient Israel.

AREL 302 Introduction to Early Christian Writings. (3) A historical and critical study of the origin, structure and transmission of early Christian writings, including the New Testament, and their meaning in the life and thought of the early Church; emphasis is placed on the life, teaching and significance of Jesus and Paul-both for their day and for ours.

AREL 390 Topics in Religious Studies. (3) Reading and study of selected topics in religious studies.

AREL 399 Independent Study. (1-6) (Prereq: permission of instructor) Directed independent project.

Douglas Kuck, Department Chair

Professors
Trudy Knicely Henson (Sociology), Ph.D., Bowling Green State University, 1978
Barbara E. Johnson (Sociology), Ph.D., Ohio State University, 1985
Raymond M. Weinstein (Sociology), Ph.D., University of California at Los Angeles, 1968

Associate Professors
Douglas Kuck (Sociology), Ph.D., Bowling Green State University, 1993
Linda Qingling Wang (Geography), Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1997
Christine Wernet (Sociology), Ph.D., University of Akron, 2000
Mark P. Whitaker (Anthropology), Ph.D., Princeton University, 1986

Professors Emeriti
John L. Beth, Jr. (Anthropology, Sociology), Ph.D., Universidad Interamericana, 1971
Arthur J. VanAlstyne (Geography), Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh, 1967

Department Mission Statement
The mission of the Department of Sociology is to provide students with an understanding of social science theories, concepts and methods leading to an ability to collect social science data, integrate material from diverse sources, draw conclusions from data, appreciate other cultures, and to be aware of issues surrounding social change. Students have the opportunity to earn the Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Sociology in one of three concentrations: general, human services, or criminology and criminal justice. In addition, the Department provides general education courses in geography and anthropology. Departmental missions include contributing to the overall enhancement of the academic and scholarly environment at USC Aiken, in our discipline and the general academic community. The Department also provides service and expertise to the community when appropriate.

Curricula
In order to be awarded a bachelor’s degree, students must complete the basic degree requirements listed below and specific major requirements. Students seeking a bachelor’s degree in the Sociology major must have a grade of C or better in each major course in order for that course to count toward the degree. Major courses in which less than C is earned may be repeated once for a maximum of two attempts. Developmental courses will not count toward the 120 hour requirement for a bachelor’s degree in this department. No more than a total of 6 hours of credits for activities courses in Exercise Science and Fine Arts activities (dance, instrumental, chorus, voice) may be used for graduation credit (electives) toward a bachelor’s degree with a major in sociology. The basic requirements for a bachelor’s degree include the cognate or minor. The cognate is a minimum of 12 hours of course work which support the major. The cognate must be selected from upper-level (300+) humanities, social and behavioral sciences, natural/physical sciences, mathematics, and/or business courses and must be approved by the student’s advisor. Students must earn a grade of C or higher in each cognate course. It is the student’s responsibility to plan a suitable course of study for his/her goals and to consult frequently with a major advisor as to the selection of courses. A minor usually requires 18 hours of course work in one academic field. A grade of C or higher is required in each minor course. Each student is responsible for ensuring completion of all degree requirements and compilation of records of course work.

Attendance policy.  Each faculty member in the Department of Sociology will establish the attendance policy for his/her own classes and will include that policy in the course syllabus. If the faculty member chooses to limit the number of absences, students must be allowed a minimum number of absences equal to twice the number of class meetings per week (e.g., classes meeting twice a week will allow four absences in the semester).

Sociology majors must choose one of three major options. They include a general program in sociology (General Option), a program oriented toward criminology (Criminology Option) and a program concentrated around courses relevant to human services organizations and processes (Human Services Option). In addition, the student will select a minor area of study or a group of courses for a cognate.

Sociology majors may apply no more than 15 hours of independent study type credit toward the degree. No more than 9 hours of independent study may be applied to the major requirements. No more than 6 hours will apply to the cognate or minor, and they may only be taken with prior approval of the advisor.

At least 12 hours of the required upper-level (300 and above) major credit for the B.A. degree with a major in Sociology must be earned in courses taken in the USCA sociology program.

Sociology majors are limited to using no more than 6 hours of sociology course credit as elective credit toward the B.A.

Sociology

Bachelor of Arts—Major in Sociology

1. General Education Requirements....................................................  53-55

   
    A. Skills and Competencies¹................................................................. 21-23
            English 101 and 102².............................................................................. 6
                Composition/Composition and Literature
            Math/Statistics/Logic^{3, 4}.......................................................................... 6
            Applied Speech Communication⁵............................................................ 3
            Languages⁶........................................................................................  6-8

    B. Methods and History of Disciplines.................................................... 32
            Natural Sciences.................................................................................... 8
                Biology, Chemistry, Physics,
                Geology, Astronomy (2 labs)

            Social and Behavioral Sciences (at least two areas)................................. 9
                Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology,
                Economics, Political Science, Geography

            Humanities⁷ (at least two areas)............................................................. 9
                Philosophy (not logic),
                History, Literature, Fine Arts History,
                Humanities (AHUM acronym), Religion,
                Selected Language courses,
                Communications (last two digits in 50s or 60s),
                Honors (AHON acronym)

            History of Civilization (AHST 101 or AHST 102).................................. 3

            American Political Institutions................................................................. 3
                (APLS 201, AHST 201, or AHST 202)

2. Major Requirements............................................................................ 32-35
    Option #1: General core requirements:.........................................................  32
        ASCY 101, 3108, 320, 497.....................................................................14
        Six additional sociology courses, 300-level or higher
        including at least two 500-level sociology courses......................................18
    or

    Option #2: Criminology & Criminal Just. core requirements:......................... 35
        ASCY 101, 3108, 320, 497....................................................................14
        ACRJ 171................................................................................................ 3
        Five* of the following Sociology courses,
        including at least two 500 level:................................................................ 15
            ASCY 308, 350, 351, 353, 354, 355, 356, 358, 359,
            400 (Internship in a criminal justice agency), 496, 504, 507, 523, 540
        *Must include at least one from ASCY 350 & 353
        One additional Sociology course numbered 300 or higher............................ 3
    or

    Option #3: Human Services core requirements: .............................................35
        ASCY 101, 3108, 320, 497.....................................................................14
        ASHS 201 Introduction to Human Services.................................................3
        Five of the following Sociology courses,
        at least two 500-level:................................................................................15
            ASCY 305, 308, 315, 351, 355, 360,
            400, 460, 496, 504, 506, 507, 523, 528
        One additional Sociology course numbered 300 or higher.............................3

3. Cognate or Minor ................................................................................. 12-18

4. Free Electives........................................................................................ 12-26
        (no more than 6 hours of sociology course may be applied)

Total hours required..................................................................................... 120
¹ For undergraduate writing proficiency, see Proficiency Portfolio in Writing described on page 46.
² Students must complete English 101 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements. Students must also complete AEGL 102 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements and before taking other English courses.
³ APSY 225 and 1 additional course in Math or Logic are required.
⁴ AMTH 221 and AMTH 222 cannot be used for General Education math credit EXCEPT by students graduating with degrees in Elementary, Early Childhood or Special Education.
⁵ The following are considered Applied Speech Communication courses: ACOM 201, ACOM 241, and ACOM 342.
⁶ Two (2) semesters of the same language. See degree program requirements for Language study.
⁷ For a list of courses that will meet the Humanities general education requirement, see page 31.
⁸ ASCY 310 satisfies the non-Western world studies general education requirement.

Program Assessment and Student Responsibilities
In order to evaluate the Sociology Degree Program, assessment measures have been included in each sociology major’s requirements. In order to fulfill graduation requirements, Sociology majors must:

Requirements:
AANP 101 Primates, People and Prehistory ..................................................... 3
AANP 102 Understanding Other Cultures ........................................................ 3

Two of the following:
    AGRY 101 Geography of the Developed World ........................................... 3
    AGRY 102 Geography of the Developing World ........................................... 3
    AGRY 103 Introduction to Geography .......................................................... 3

Two of the following:
    AANP 301 Peoples of Latin America ........................................................... 3
    AANP 315 Peoples of the Indian Subcontinent ............................................. 3
    AANP 322 Archaeological Excavation ......................................................... 3
    AANP 332 Race and Ethnicity ..................................................................... 3
    AANP 352 Anthropology of Magic and Religion .......................................... 3
    AANP 399 Independent Study .................................................................... 3
    AANP 490 Topics in Anthropology ......................................................... 3-6
    AGRY 370 America’s National Parks ......................................................... 3
    AGRY 398 Topics in Geography* ........................................................... 3-6
    AGRY 399 Independent Study* ................................................................. 3
    AGRY 424 Geography of the U. S. and Canada ......................................... 3
    AGRY 427 Geography of East Asia ............................................................ 3

Total hours required ................................................................................... 18
* Courses must be approved by head of Sociology Department

Minor in Criminology and Criminal Justice

(Minor not available for students majoring in Sociology)

Requirements:
ASCY 101 Introductory Sociology ................................................................ 3
ACRJ 171 Introductory to Criminal Justice .................................................... 3

Three of the following*: ................................................................................. 9
    ASCY 350 Sociology of Delinquent Youth Behavior
    ASCY 353 Sociology of Crime
    ASCY 354 Crime: Myths and Misconceptions
    ASCY 356 Sociology of Law
    ASCY 358 Sociology of Corrections
    ASCY 359 Police and Society
    ASCY 400 Internship in a criminal justice agency

One of the following:  .................................................................................... 3
    ASCY 507 Sociology of Social Control
    ASCY 523 Sociology of Deviance
    ASCY 540 Criminological Theory

* Must include at least one from ASCY 350 & 353

Minor in Sociology

Requirements:
ASCY 101 Introductory Sociology ........................................................... 3

One of the following: ............................................................................. 3-4
    ASCY 310 Social Demography
    ASCY 320 Individual and Society
    ASCY 497 Sociological Research Methods

One of the following: .............................................................................. 3
    ASCY 504 Social Stratification
    ASCY 506 Social Organizations
    ASCY 507 Sociology of Social Control
    ASCY 523 Sociology of Deviance
    ASCY 528 Family Diversity
    ASCY 540 Criminological Theory

Three Sociology courses at 300 level or above (may include 310 or
320 if not taken in core requirement above) ........................................... 9

Anthropology
Several courses are offered in the field of anthropology at USCA. Students wishing to major in anthropology should take a basic course in quantitative methods (e.g., Psychology 225 or Statistics 201) in their sophomore year. A transfer to a full Bachelor of Arts program at USC Columbia or another university should be arranged after the sophomore year.

Geography
Currently, eight courses constitute the curriculum in geography. Students considering a Geography major should transfer at the end of the sophomore year.

Course Descriptions

Anthropology (AANP)

AANP 101 Primates, People and Prehistory. (3) An exploration of human origins, human evolution, human prehistory and cultural existence from its less complex forms to early civilizations. An introduction to the concepts; methods; and data of physical, biological and archaeological anthropology. (Not open to anyone who has taken AANP 101 before September 1976)

AANP 102 Understanding Other Cultures. (3) An exploration and comparison of selected contemporary cultures, including their languages, to determine and explain their similarities and differences. An introduction to the concepts, methods and data of socio-cultural anthropology and anthropological linguistics. (Not open to anyone who has taken AANP 101 before September 1976) (Satisfies non-Western world studies requirement)

AANP 301 Peoples of Latin America. (3) Comparative study of selected Latin American cultures with emphasis on their significance for a broader anthropological theory.

AANP 315 Peoples of the Indian Subcontinent. (3) Society and culture in South Asia: economic and political institutions, kinship, and religion as they pertain to the daily lives of people in the subcontinent. Emphasis on India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. (Satisfies non-Western world studies requirement)

AANP 322 Archaeological Excavation. (3) (Prereq: AANP 101, one course in prehistory, or permission of instructor) Training in field techniques during actual excavations of an archaeological site, introduction to laboratory analysis of the artifacts recovered and directed readings. May be repeated for credit (3-9).

AANP 332 Race and Ethnicity. [=ASCY 355] (3) (Prereq: AANP 101 or AANP 102 or ASCY 101) Theories, methods and substantial issues in the comparative study of race and ethnicity in anthropology and sociology. This course is cross-listed with ASCY 355, Minority Group Relations.

AANP 352 Anthropology of Magic and Religion. (3) A comparative examination of the religions of various cultures and of other related phenomena such as ritual, cosmology, revitalization movements, magic, witchcraft, myth and possession. This course satisfies the non-Western world studies requirement.

AANP 399 Independent Study. (1-6) (Prereq: permission of instructor) Directed independent project.

AANP 490 Topics in Anthropology. (3) This course will use Non-Western, comparative material to address topics of interest in Anthropology. It may be taken more than once as topics change. (Satisfies non-Western world studies requirement)

Criminal Justice (ACRJ)

ACRJ 171 Introduction to Criminal Justice. (3) Survey of the law enforcement, judicial, correctional, and juvenile systems in the United States. Emphasis on the various perspectives on criminal justice and current issues.

ACRJ 272 Criminal Law. (3) The origins and development of criminal law in the United States and the basic elements of crimes and defenses.

Geography (AGRY)

AGRY 101 Geography of the Developed World. (3) A survey of the developed nations of the world including Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the United States, Japan and the countries of Eastern and Western Europe. Emphasis on location and cultural, economic and physical elements of these nations and their significance.

AGRY 102 Geography of the Developing World. (3) A survey of the developing (Third World) nations of the world, including Latin America, Africa and major areas of Asia. Emphasis on location and cultural, economic and physical elements of these nations and their significance. (AGRY 101 is not a prerequisite) (Satisfies non-Western world studies requirement)

AGRY 103 Introduction to Geography. (3) A survey of the principles and methods of geographic inquiry. The student is introduced to the nature of geography, the kinds of problems which it investigates and the methods which it uses in the study of man in his ecological and spatial behavior.

AGRY 370 America’s National Parks. (3) Resource, managerial, and recreational-use components of the National Park System; contemporary issues, problems, and managerial alternatives.

AGRY 398 Topics in Geography. (3) Topics in Geography will be offered as opportunities present themselves. Course content varies and will be announced in the schedule of classes by suffix and title. Prerequisites will be designated in course schedule. May be repeated as topics change.

AGRY 399 Independent Study. (1-4) (Prereq: permission of instructor) Directed independent project.

AGRY 424 Geography of the United States and Canada. (3) The course covers the historical and spatial development of the cultural and economic characteristics of the United States and Canada. Attention is also given to the major physical elements and their relation to settlement and development of the two countries. Emphasis, however, is on the United States.

AGRY 427 Geography of East Asia. (3) The spatial patterns and process involved in the cultural and economic development of China, Japan, and Korea. Attention is also given to major environmental elements and their relation to settlement and land use in this region. (Satisfies non-Western world studies requirement)

Sociology (ASCY)

ASCY 101 Introductory Sociology. (3) General introduction to the field of sociology including the theoretical approaches, research methods and concepts such as culture, social structure, socialization, groups, organizations, social institutions, and social inequality. The "sociological imagination" will be used to apply these theories and ideas to everyday life.

ASCY 301 Sociology of Gender Roles. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) Theories, methods and substantive issues in a sociological approach to gender roles. Topics include gender role and socialization, subcultural variations in gender roles, and structural and institutional factors related to gender role expectation.

ASCY 305 Sociology of the Family. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) A macro-level study of the family in the United States. Topics may include history of the family as an institution, the relationship of the family to other social institutions including politics and the economy, and social problems related to the contemporary family.

ASCY 308 Sociology of Community. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) Sociological approaches to the study of community. The classic studies of the community in the United States are covered along with an analysis of different types of communities and other topics such as neighborhood change, loss of community, communes and new communities, neighborhood associations, community organization, community action programs, and community development.

ASCY 310 Social Demography. (4) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101 and satisfactory completion of the Rising Junior Writing Proficiency Portfolio Requirement or AEGL 201) Study of the major theories and methods used to study population with regard to fertility, mortality, and migration and the trends in these processes. The course will also examine the interactions among population processes, society and culture, and the physical environment. Three lecture hours and three lab hours per week. (Satisfies non-Western world studies requirement)

ASCY 320 Individual and Society. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) Selected theories and methodology related to the impact of social influence on the individual. This micro-level approach to sociology includes topics such as symbolic communication, attribution theory, self-fulfilling prophecy, conformity, aggression and altruism.

ASCY 340 Introduction to Social Problems. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) Normative dissensus and behavioral deviance in society and their consequences for social change and social order. Problems may include: mental disorders, juvenile delinquency, crime, drug abuse, alcoholism, suicide, sexual pathology, race and ethnic relationships, world population crises and work problems.

ASCY 350 Sociology of Delinquent Youth Behavior. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) An analysis of the philosophy, history, theories, and social patterns surrounding delinquent youth behavior from a sociological perspective as well as an evaluation of the methods and policies designed to prevent and control delinquency.

ASCY 351 Urban Sociology. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) Introduction to the field of urban sociology. An analysis of the characteristics and functions of cities throughout history, urbanization in the United States, urban politics and economics, urban lifestyles, suburban trends, metropolitan problems, urban planning programs, and urbanization in other countries.

ASCY 353 Sociology of Crime. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) Analysis of the definitions, measurements, and social patterns surrounding criminal behavior from a sociological perspective. Classical and contemporary theories of crime causation and societal responses to crime, offenders, and victims.

ASCY 354 Crime: Myths and Misconceptions. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) Various myths and misconceptions surrounding crime and the criminal justice system, including the mythmakers, beneficiaries, and victims, are identified and critically examined as well as the functions and consequences of those myths and misconceptions.

ASCY 355 Minority Group Relations. [=AANP 332] (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) Theories, methods and substantive issues in the study of majority-minority group relations and social processes and cultural orientations associated with racial and ethnic differentiation. This course is cross-listed with AANP 332, Race and Ethnicity.

ASCY 356 Sociology of Law. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) An examination of the development, functions, and systems of law with emphasis on the interrelation of social forces and the moral, ethical, and legal aspects of law, criminal law, and the legal process.

ASCY 358 Sociology of Corrections. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101 and ACRJ 171) A sociological approach to the development and current issues in corrections. Traditional and contemporary philosophies underlying practices and procedures in institutional and community corrections are explored.

ASCY 359 Police in Society. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101 and ACRJ 171) An overview of the development of police organizations and the role of police in society including police officer socialization, the problem of coercive power, and current issues in policing.

ASCY 360 Sociology of Medicine and Health. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) Sociological approaches to medicine and health. An examination of the concepts of health and illness, the social epidemiology of disease, demographic and social factors affecting health, illness behavior, non-traditional medicine and healers, doctor-patient relations, the professionalization of medicine and social policy affecting health care.

ASCY 390 Special Topics. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) Study of selected topics in Sociology. This course may be repeated with different topics.

ASCY 399 Independent Study. (1-6) (Prereq: permission of instructor) Directed independent project.

ASCY 400 Internship. (3) (Prereq: consent of instructor) A supervised experiential course in a field placement (e.g., social service agency, criminal justice agency) involving 10 hours per week. In addition, appropriate reading and writing assignments, plus a weekly meeting with the supervising faculty member. (An application and interview are required of applicants. Applicants must meet basic requirements of cum. GPA, major hours completed, etc. Contract required. See instructor for specifics)

ASCY 460 Sociology of Mental Health. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) Sociological approaches to the definition and treatment of mental disorders. An analysis of mental illness throughout history, public and professional conceptions of mental disorders, models of causes and cures, demographic factors in the distribution of mental disorders, labeling theory and psychiatry, the personal experience of mental hospitalization, and the community mental health movement.

ASCY 490 Topics in Sociology. (3) (Prereq: ASCY 101 and/or additional specified prerequisites) Study of selected topics in Sociology. This course may be repeated with different topics.

ASCY 496 Sociological Theory. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) Sociological perspectives with an emphasis on classical theories, such as those of Durkheim, Weber, Marx, and Simmel, are used to understand and critique society and human social behavior.

ASCY 497 Sociological Research Methods. (4) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101 and 9 hours upper level Sociology and APSY 225, and satisfactory completion of Rising Junior Writing Proficiency Portfolio Requirement or AEGL 201) Critical analysis of major methods used in the conduct of social science and general problems of research design. Course requires completion of scholarly research project.

ASCY 504 Social Stratification. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) Theory and research related to social stratification. An analysis of stratification systems throughout history; the dimensions of class, race, and gender inequality in the United States; lifestyles of different classes; social mobility; and the causes of poverty.

ASCY 506 Social Organizations. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) Selected theoretical orientation, methodological procedures and illustrative substantive issues pertaining to organizations.

ASCY 507 Sociology of Social Control. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) Theories and issues relating to conformity in human interaction, including both formal and informal mechanisms of control found in the five basic social institutions: family, religion, education, the economy, and government.

ASCY 523 Sociology of Deviance. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 101) Systematic analysis of the interrelationships among the creation, involvement, recognition and control of deviance.

ASCY 528 Family Diversity. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 305, Junior standing) This seminar examines a variety of family forms differing in both structure and sociocultural background. Topics may include cohabitation, single parent families, and various ethnic groups. This course considers issues faced by the plurality of family types in the United States.

ASCY 540 Criminological Theory. (3) (Prereq: C or better in ASCY 350 or 353) The study of historical and contemporary theories explaining crime and criminality. Some examination of research underlying these theories is also included.

Jack Benjamin, Department Chair
 

Professor
Albin Beyer (Art), M.F.A., University of Arizona, 1980

Associate Professors
Jack Benjamin (Theatre), M.S., East Texas State University, 1979, Thomas F. Maurice Chair in Fine Arts
John Elliott (Art History), Ph.D. Florida State University, 1986
Michael Fowler (Graphic Design), Ed.D., University of Memphis, 1996, Mary D. Toole Chair in Art
Richard Maltz (Music-Composition/Theory), D.M.A., University of South Carolina, 1991,
Pauline F. O’Connell Chair in Fine Arts

Assistant Professors
Paul Chet Longley (Theatre), M.F.A., University of Arkansas, 2000
Catherine Rand (Music), D.M.A., University of Miami, 2007
Debra Scott-Wiley (Theatre) M.F.A., University of South Carolina, 1994
Joel Scraper (Choral) D.M.A., University of Missouri - Kansas City, 2006
Mary Virginia (Ginny) Southworth (Photography), M.F.A., University of South Carolina, 1996

Lecturers
Katherine Brooks (Music-Percussion), M.A., Furman University, 1982
Corey Burns (Dance), B.S., University of South Carolina Aiken, 1996
William Clark (Music-Trumpet), M.A., Marshall University, 1959
Tonya Courier (Music-Voice), M.M., New England Conservatory, 1985
Kenneth Courtney (Music-Organ), M.M., University of Southwestern Louisiana, 1984
Don Dupee (Music-Organ), M.M.E., University of South Carolina, 1980
William Foss (Music-Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone), M.M., Northwestern University, 1975
Isaac Holmes (Music-Voice), M.M., University of Michigan, 1991
Mary Losey (Music-Piano), M.A., University of Michigan, 1978
Catherine Stapleton (Music-Voice), M.M., Manhattan School of Music, 1982
Richard Thomas (Music-Cello), D.M.A., University of South Carolina, 1999
Laura Tomlin (Music-Violin), M.M., University of Southern California, 1986
Martha Zakkary (Music-Voice), M.M., University of South Carolina, 1996

Distinguished Professor Emeritus
William J. House (Psychology/Music-Clarinet), Ph.D., University of South Carolina, 1974; B.M. North Texas State University, 1968

Department Mission Statement
The Department of Visual and Performing Arts is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence through the development of artistic tradition, which includes the arts of all cultures. We strive to make the arts accessible to all members of the university and community by instilling a comprehension and appreciation of the interrelationships of all the arts. The Department helps prepare talented/dedicated students to continue the traditions of our profession and expand its scope. Our focus is on the individual student, so that each might find meaning and fulfillment as an artist, as an educated member of society, and as an expressive human being.

Curricula
The Bachelor of Arts with a major in Fine Arts is designed to prepare the student for success in a variety of professions in the visual and performing arts. The Department of Visual and Performing Arts is comprised of three primary areas: art (both studio and art history), music, and theatre (including dance). The degree has some specific requirements, but also offers a wide range of choices for the prospective major. There is a balance between the history or appreciation classes and the theory, performance or studio aspects. The Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Fine Arts is a multidisciplinary degree in that the student will take classes in each of the three primary areas, while at the same time he or she will have the ability to specialize in a specific field. This degree will prepare the student for future academic graduate work or for employment in a wide range of fields within the visual and performing arts.

Bachelor of Arts—Major in Fine Arts

1. General Education Requirements....................................................  50-52

    A. Skills and Competencies¹
            English 101 and 102²  ......................................................................... 6
                Composition/Composition and Literature
            Math/Statistics/Logic³ ......................................................................... 6
            Applied Speech Communication⁴ ........................................................ 3
            Languages⁵ ...................................................................................... 6-8

    B. Methods and History of Disciplines⁶
            Natural Sciences .................................................................................. 8
                Biology, Chemistry, Physics,
                Geology, Astronomy (2 labs)

            Social and Behavioral Sciences (at least two areas) .............................. 6
                Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology,    
                Economics, Political Science, Geography

            Humanities⁷ (at least two areas) .......................................................... 9
                Philosophy (not logic),
                History, Literature, Fine Arts History,
                Humanities (AHUM acronym), Religion,
                Selected Language courses,
                Communications (last two digits in 50s or 60s),
                Honors (AHON acronym)

            History of Civilization (AHST 101 or AHST 102) ............................ 3

            American Political Institutions ........................................................... 3
                (APLS 201, AHST 201, or AHST 202)

        One course must be taken from each area:
            AARH 105, 106
            AMUS 173, 175
            ATHE 161

        One course must be taken from each area:
            AARH 206, 250, 251, 312, 335, 398, 399
            AMUS 371, 372, 373, 393
            ATHE 361, 362, AEGL 407, 409, 474

    C. Fine Arts Theory, Performance, and/or Studio .......................... 24
        At least 12 hours must be 200 or higher and
        at least 3 hours must be taken from at least
        two of the three art fields

3. Cognate or Minor ....................................................................... 12-18
        Cognate ......................................................................................... 12
        Minor .............................................................................................18

Total hours required⁶........................................................................ 120
¹ For undergraduate writing proficiency, see Proficiency Portfolio in Writing described on page 46.
² Students must complete English 101 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements. Students must also complete AEGL 102 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements and before taking other English courses.
³ AMTH 221 and AMTH 222 cannot be used for General Education math credit EXCEPT by students graduating with degrees in Elementary, Early Childhood or Special Education.
⁴ The following are considered Applied Speech Communication courses: ACOM 201, ACOM 241, and ACOM 342.
⁵ Two (2) semesters of the same language. See degree program requirements for Language study.
⁶ At least 3 hours must be in non-Western world studies, unless an approved non-Western world studies course has been completed elsewhere in the student’s degree program.
⁷ For a list of courses that will meet the Humanities general education requirement, see page 31.
⁸ As many as 6 hours of Fine Arts Survey courses may be taken as Humanities General Education courses thereby decreasing the above Fine Arts Survey and Major Requirements by 3-6 hours.

Bachelor of Arts—Major in Fine Arts

Technology Arts Option

1. General Education Requirements.................................................... 50-52

    A. Skills and Competencies¹
        English 101 and 102² ............................................................................ 6
            Composition/Composition and Literature
        Math/Statistics/Logic³ ........................................................................... 6
        Applied Speech Communication⁴ .......................................................... 3
        Languages⁵ ....................................................................................... 6-8

    B. Methods and History of Disciplines⁶
        Natural Sciences .................................................................................. 8
            Biology, Chemistry, Physics,
            Geology, Astronomy (2 labs)

        Social and Behavioral Sciences (at least two areas) ............................... 6
            Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology,
            Economics, Political Science, Geography

        Humanities⁷ (at least two areas)
            Philosophy (not logic),
            History, Literature, Fine Arts History,
            Humanities (AHUM acronym), Religion,
            Selected Language courses,
            Communications (last two digits in 50s or 60s),
            Honors (AHON acronym)

        History of Civilization (AHST 101 or AHST 102) ................................. 3

        American Political Institutions ................................................................ 3
            (APLS 201, AHST 201, or AHST 202)

        One course from the following:
            AARH 105, 106
            AMUS 173, 175
            ATHE 161

    B. Fine Arts History Requirement⁸ ....................................................... 6

        Two courses from the following:
            AARH 206, 250, 251, 312, 335, 398, 399
            AMUS 371, 372, 373, 393
            ATHE 361, 362, AEGL 407, 409, 474

    C. Fine Arts Theory, Performance, and/or Studio .............................. 21
        At least 12 hours must be 200 or higher and
        at least 3 hours must be taken from at least
        two of the three art fields

    D. Technology based arts ................................................................... 12
        Courses must contain a substantial
        Technology component as stated within
        their catalog description.

3. Cognate or Minor ......................................................................... 12-18
        Cognate ........................................................................................... 12
        Minor ............................................................................................... 18

Total hours required⁶ ............................................................................ 120
¹ For undergraduate writing proficiency, see Proficiency Portfolio in Writing described on page 46.
² Students must complete English 101 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements. Students must also complete AEGL 102 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements and before taking other English courses.
³ AMTH 221 and AMTH 222 cannot be used for General Education math credit EXCEPT by students graduating with degrees in Elementary, Early Childhood or Special Education.
⁴ The following are considered Applied Speech Communication courses: ACOM 201, ACOM 241, and ACOM 342.
⁵ Two (2) semesters of the same language. See degree program requirements for Language study.
⁶ At least 3 hours must be in non-Western world studies, unless an approved non-Western world studies course has been completed elsewhere in the student’s degree program.
⁷ For a list of courses that will meet the Humanities general education requirement, see page 31.
⁸ As many as 6 hours of Fine Arts Survey/History courses may be taken as Humanities General Education courses thereby decreasing the above Fine Arts Survey/History and Major Requirements by 3-6 hours.

Bachelor of Arts—Major in Music Education

Students pursuing the Bachelor of Arts degree with a Major in Music Education must complete at least one approved recital, consisting of at least thirty minutes of solo repertoire, and in coordination with their applied instructor and academic advisor. This recital is a part of the degree completion for Music Education majors.

As a part of the successful completion of the Bachelor of Arts degree with a Major in Music Education, all majors are required to pass a piano proficiency exam prior to enrolling in AEDM 470 Internship in Music Education. Upon admission to the Music Education program, students will be asked to take a short placement exam on piano prior to the Fall semester of their first year. All music education majors must register for piano class or applied piano until all parts of the piano proficiency exam are passed.

Students, according to piano background and the placement exam, may be placed in of the following courses:

    AMUS 133 Piano I, AMUS 135 Group Piano, AMUS 136 Intermediate Group Piano, or AMUS 137 Group Piano for Music Education Majors

The purpose of the piano proficiency requirement is to ensure that students choosing to major in music will have the requisite skills to complete theory and keyboard assignments, as well as acquiring techniques and applications that will be used in future teaching.

    AEGL 101 Composition (C or better) ....................................................... 3
    AEGL 102 Composition and Literature (C or better) ................................. 3
    ACOM 201 Interpersonal Communication
        or ACOM 241 Public Speaking ............................................................ 3
    AMUS 371 History of Western Music I .................................................... 3
    AMUS 175 World Music ......................................................................... 3
    ATHE 161 Introduction to Theater Art
        or one of AARH 105, 106, 206, 312, 335 ............................................ 3
    AHST 101 or 102 History of Civilization ................................................... 3
    APLS 201 American National Government
        or AHST 201 or 202 United States History ........................................... 3
    Languages (2 semesters of the same language) ........................................... 8
    Biological Science with lab ........................................................................ 4
    Physical Science with lab .......................................................................... 4
    Social Science electives ............................................................................ 6
    Math/Statistics/Logic¹ ............................................................................... 6

2. Pre-professional Education Requirements (C or better) ................... 7-8

    AEDC 310 Observation and Analysis in the Clinical Setting (1)
        or AEDS 311 Introduction to Adolescent Education (2)
        or AEDC 110L Clinical Experience (1) .............................................. 1-2
    AEDF 321 Dynamics of American Public Education .................................. 3
    AEDP 330 Lifespan Growth and Development .......................................... 3

    AEDM 446 Music Curriculum Design and Learning Strategies .................... 3
    AEDM 456 Teaching Choral in the High School
        or AEDM 457 Teaching Instrumental Music
        in the High School .................................................................................. 3
    AEDM 460 Practicum I ............................................................................. 1
    AEDM 462 Practicum II ............................................................................ 1
    AEDM 470 Internship in Music Education ................................................ 12
    AEDM 476 Senior Seminar ........................................................................ 3

    AMUS 100* Recital Class (Pass/Fail) ......................................................... 0
    AMUS 195 Music Technology .................................................................... 2
    AMUS 196, 197, 296, 297 Music Theory and
        Aural Techniques I - IV ......................................................................... 16
    AMUS 397 Orchestration and Arranging ..................................................... 2
    AMUS 398 Form and Analysis .................................................................... 2
    AMUS 372 History of Western Music II ...................................................... 3
    AMUS 330 Conducting ............................................................................... 1
    AMUS 331 Advanced Conducting .............................................................. 2
    Ensemble Performance** ............................................................................ 7
    Private Instruction in principal area ............................................................. 14
    Methods courses***: ................................................................................ 3-4
    Vocal students (AMUS 204, one from AMUS 214, 243, 253, 263)
    Instrumental students - Band (AMUS 203, 214, 253, 263)
    Instrumental students - Strings (AMUS 203, 243, one from 214, 253, 263)

Total hours required............................................................................ 136-138
¹ AMTH 221 and AMTH 222 cannot be used for General Education math credit EXCEPT by students graduating with degrees in Elementary, Early Childhood or Special Education.

Art
Facilities include a state of the art computer lab, airy, well-lit studios and a well-equipped darkroom. Our track-lit art gallery has over a hundred and eighty feet of running space to accommodate a full schedule of exhibits, including a student art exhibit each spring.

Studio Art Minor

Requirements:
Fundamentals of Art (AART 103) or Drawing (AART 111)....................... 3
Art History ............................................................................................ 3-6
Art Studio course work in at least two of the following areas:
    drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, graphic design,
    computer graphics, photography, illustration 9-12

Art History

Minor in Art History

Requirements:
AARH 105 History of Western Art I ...................................................... 3
AARH 106 History of Western Art II ..................................................... 3
Art History 200 level or above .............................................................. 12

Total hours required .......................................................................... 18

Music
Whether seeking a career in music or utilizing musical training for community service or social enjoyment, the student will find our music program to be challenging, rewarding and uniquely adaptable to individual needs. Students may choose from a spectrum of courses including Music Theory, History of Western Music, World Music, private instrumental and vocal instruction, Conducting and Composition. Performing ensembles include the University Concert Choir, Acappella Choir, Masterworks Chorale, University Concert Band and Pep Band. Each ensemble presents a series of concerts for the university and community at large. Our classrooms, practice and performance facilities are conducive to helping students achieve high standards of artistic and academic standards. Students are also given the opportunity to hear world renowned professional artists, such as Wynton Marsalis, perform at the Etherredge Center, the performing arts facility. Faculty members are experienced practitioners who reflect a wide range of expertise in music and are dedicated to helping students achieve musical excellence.

Minor in Music

Requirements:
Music Theory ....................................................................................... 4
    AMUS 196 Music Theory and Aural Techniques I

Music History ...................................................................................... 3
Select from:
    AMUS 371 History of Western Music I
    AMUS 372 History of Western Music II

Select 1 of the following 3 options: ........................................................ 6
    A. Theory: AMUS 197 Music Theory and Aural Techniques II and 2 hours from Private Instruction
    B. History: AMUS 371 or 372 (whichever wasn’t selected from Music History) and 3 hours from Private Instruction
    C. Performance: select 2 ensemble hours in addition to the 2 ensemble hours required of all minors, and 4 hours of Private Instruction

            Private Instruction (minimum of 2 semesters on one instrument or voice)
        *Select from:
        AMUS 101 and 102 Voice
        AMUS 112 and 113 Percussion
        AMUS 121 and 122 Organ
        AMUS 133 and 134 Piano
        AMUS 141 and 142 String Instrument
        AMUS 151 and 152 Woodwind Instrument
        AMUS 161 and 162 Brass Instrument

Performing Ensemble ......................................................................... 2
    **Select from:
    AMUS 183, 283 University Pep Band
    AMUS 184, 284 University Concert Band
    AMUS 185, 285 University Choir
    AMUS 186, 286 Masterworks Chorus
    AMUS 187, 287 Jazz Ensemble
    AMUS 392B Chamber Ensemble

Piano Instruction .............................................................................. 3
    ***Select from:
    AMUS 135 Group Piano
    AMUS 136 Intermediate Group Piano
    AMUS 133, 134 Piano

*AMUS 101, 112, 121, 133, 141, 151, and 161 may be repeated one time

**May be repeated one time

***If piano is chosen under Private Instruction, a different music course must be approved by the Department Chair.

Theatre
Grounded in more than 2000 years of traditions and driven by new visions and technology, the USCA Theatre Program is dedicated to giving students a comprehensive theatre education. Students explore all areas of theatre, both on and off stage. A professionally active faculty, strong classes, internships and a cutting-edge production program all help to prepare students for the theatre of the 21st century. The USCA Theatre Program enriches the cultural life of the community through the presentation of a variety of theatrical productions. Various acting styles, design theories and new technologies are studied in the class room and applied to the department’s productions. USCA is an institutional member of the South Carolina Theatre Associate, the Southeastern Theatre Conference, the Associate of Theatre in Higher Education and an active participant in the Kennedy Center/American College Theatre Festival.

Minor in Theatre

Requirements:
ATHE 151 Fundamentals of Theatrical Production ................................................................................................................... 3
ATHE 170 Beginning Acting .................................................................................................................................................... 3
ATHE 361 or 362 History of Theatre I or II* ..........................................................................................................................  3
One ATHE Course from a sequence of courses ending in the 50’s ............................................................................................ 3
One ATHE Course from a sequence of courses ending in the 70’s 3 Three lab courses from the 220 sequence .......................... 3

Total hours required ............................................................................................................................................................ 18

*Theatre History I or II has a prerequisite of ATHE 161 Introduction to Theatre. Students are advised to use ATHE 161 to fulfill three hours of the Humanities General Education requirement.

Course Descriptions

Art History (AARH)

AARH 105 History of Western Art I. (3) The visual arts from Paleolithic times to the Renaissance.

AARH 106 History of Western Art II. (3) The visual arts from the Renaissance to the present.

AARH 206 History of American Art. (3) A survey of art in America from 1860 to the present.

AARH 250 History of Western Architecture. (3) Architectural design from ancient Egypt to the present.

AARH 251 History of Oriental Architecture. (3) Architectural design of China, Japan, and India. Satisfies the Non-Western World Studies requirement.

AARH 312 History of Greek Art. (3) A survey of architecture, painting and sculpture of the Cycladic through Hellenistic periods.

AARH 335 History of Twentieth Century Art. (3) A survey of architecture, painting and sculpture in the 20th century.

AARH 397 Topics in Non-Western Art History. (3) Intensive studies in selected non-Western artists and movements. Specific topics to be announced each semester/year. Satisfies the non-Western world studies requirement.

AARH 398 Topics in Art History. (3) Intensive studies in selected artists or movements. Specific topics to be announced each semester/year.

AARH 399 Independent Study (1-3). (Prereq: Consent of Instructor). An independent research project that will culminate in a term paper. Topics must be approved by the supervising professor.

Art Studio (AART)

AART 102 Introduction to Visual Arts Computing. (3) A foundation level course in the use of personal computers and discipline related software as aids in visual design. This course contains a substantial technology component and satisfies the technology arts option for the Bachelor of Arts - Major in Fine Arts.

AART 103 Fundamentals of Art I. (3) Introduction to visual thinking and principles of two-dimensional design.

AART 104 Fundamentals of Art II. (3) Introduction to visual thinking and principles of three-dimensional design. (AART 103 is not a prerequisite for AART 104.)

AART 111 Basic Drawing I. (3) Introduction to the materials and basic techniques of drawing.

AART 112 Basic Drawing II. (3) Introduction to the materials and basic techniques of drawing. (AART 111 is a prerequisite for AART 112.)

AART 145 Introduction to Graphic Design. (3) An introduction to design as applied to the field of advertising art. This course contains a substantial technology component and satisfies the technology arts option for the Bachelor of Arts - Major in Fine Arts.

AART 210 Introduction to Painting. (3) (Prereq: AART 111 or consent of instructor) An introductory course in the materials and techniques of painting.

AART 215 Introduction to Printmaking. (3) (Prereq: AART 103 or consent of instructor) An introductory course in printmaking.

AART 220 Introduction to Ceramics. (3) (Prereq: AART 104 or consent of instructor) Experiences in forming, decorating, glazing and firing.

AART 232 Life Drawing I. (3) (Prereq: AART 111 or consent of instructor) An introduction to drawing the figure from life, with an emphasis on visual perception and basic drawing skills.

AART 233 Life Drawing II. (3) (Prereq: AART 232) A further exploration of life drawing aspects with an emphasis on individual expression.

AART 245 Graphic Design Techniques. (3) (Prereq: AART 145 or consent of instructor) Preparation of roughs, comprehensives and mechanicals for presentation and reproduction of design solutions. Introduction to printing and reproduction of design solutions. Introduction to printing and reproduction processes. This course contains a substantial technology component and satisfies the technology arts option for the Bachelor of Arts - Major in Fine Arts.

AART 261 Photography. (3) A thorough grounding in the technical aspects of 35mm black and white photography, and the aesthetics of the photograph as a personal artistic expression. (Must have access to 35 mm camera.)

AART 265 Illustration. (3) (Prereq: AART 103, 111, 112 and 210 or consent of instructor) Basic illustration projects emphasizing principles of visual communication, development of resource material. Composition and preparation of sketches, comprehensives and finished illustrations in a variety of media. Traditional and contemporary styles in illustration. This course contains a substantial technology component and satisfies the technology arts option for the Bachelor of Arts - Major in Fine Arts.

AART 310 Intermediate Painting I. (3) (Prereq: AART 210 or consent of instructor). Still lifes, landscapes, models in various media. The student is encouraged to be creative and self-expressive. (AART 310 is a prerequisite for AART 311.)

AART 311 Intermediate Painting II. (3) (Prereq: AART 310 or consent of instructor) A continuation of AART 310.

AART 315 Intermediate Printmaking I. (3) (Prereq: AART 215 or consent of instructor) Intaglio, lithography and relief techniques including the execution of original works in these media.

AART 316 Intermediate Printmaking II. (3) (Prereq: AART 315 or consent of instructor) Intaglio, lithography and relief techniques including the execution of original works in these media.

AART 320 Intermediate Ceramics I. (3) (Prereq: AART 220 or consent of instructor) Further study of wheel throwing or hand building techniques.

AART 321 Intermediate Ceramics II. (3) (Prereq: AART 320 or consent of instructor) Further study of wheel throwing or hand building techniques.

AART 330 Intermediate Drawing I. (3) (Prereq: AART 112 or consent of instructor) Enhancing graphic richness in drawings with intellectual and visual perception as content.

AART 331 Intermediate Drawing II. (3) (Prereq: AART 330) Contemporary cultural stimuli as the content for drawing projects. Emphasis on intellectual and emotive approaches.

AART 345 Intermediate Graphic Design I. (3) (Prereq: AART 245) History and evolution of typography as the foundation of visual communication. Organizational systems and creative use in graphic design. This course contains a substantial technology component and satisfies the technology arts option for the Bachelor of Arts - Major in Fine Arts.

AART 346 Intermediate Graphic Design II. (3) (Prereq: AART 345 or consent of instructor). Artistic editorial design. Design and layout of magazine, book, and other print formats. This course contains a substantial technology component and satisfies the technology arts option for the Bachelor of Arts - Major in Fine Arts.

AART 360 Intermediate Photography. (3) (Prereq: AART 261 or consent of instructor) Advanced techniques and procedures of taking, processing and printing black and white photographs. (Must have access to 35mm camera.)

AART 363 Color Photography. (3) (Prereq: AART 261) Processing of color slides, negatives and prints, with an emphasis on producing works of artistic merit and technical proficiency.

AART 364 Digital Photography. (3) (Prereq: AART 261 or consent of instructor) A course in the use of personal computers and software as aids in photographic production and manipulation. This course contains a substantial technology component and satisfies the technology arts option for the Bachelor of Arts - Major in Fine Arts.

AART 370 Digital Video Editing. (3) An exploration of non-linear editing solutions. This course contains a substantial technology component and satisfies the technology arts option for the Bachelor of Arts - Major in Fine Arts.

AART 371 Digital Video Effects. (3) An exploration of digital special effects for video and the web. This course contains a substantial technology component and satisfies the technology arts option for the Bachelor of Arts - Major in Fine Arts.

AART 379 Web Graphics. (3) (Prereq: AART 102 or AART 145 or consent of instructor) The creation of web pages and sites with an emphasis on artistic aspects. This course contains a substantial technology component and satisfies the technology arts option for the Bachelor of Arts - Major in Fine Arts.

AART 380 3 D and Animation. (3) Fundamentals of digital animation including modeling, rendering, lighting, and camera usage. This course contains a substantial technology component and satisfies the technology arts option for the Bachelor of Arts - Major in Fine Arts.

AART 398 Topics in Studio Art. (3) Intensive study in studio art.

AART 399 Independent Study. (3-9) (Prereq: permission of instructor) Course content for AART 399 will be established entirely on an individual basis according to a suggested program of independent study agreed upon by both the individual student and the instructor. Regular meetings, critiques of art work, research and individual development will be included as well as in-depth discussion. NOTE: Independent study taken at Aiken will not count toward the major requirements in Columbia but may be used as a free elective.

AART 410 Advanced Painting I. (3) (Prereq: AART 311.) Students are given further opportunity to develop according to their own interests.

AART 411 Advanced Painting II. (3) (Prereq: AART 410) Students are given further opportunity to develop according to their own interests.

AART 415 Advanced Printmaking I. (3) (Prereq: AART 316) The processes and materials of making fine prints.

AART 416 Advanced Printmaking II. (3) (Prereq: AART 415) The processes and materials of making fine prints.

AART 420 Advanced Ceramics I. (3) (Prereq; AART 321) Pursuit of a personal artistic expression through the ceramic process by developing clay bodies, surface embellishments and firing methods.

AART 421 Advanced Ceramics II. (3) (Prereq: AART 420) Pursuit of a personal artistic expression through the ceramic process by developing appropriate clay bodies, surface embellishments and firing methods.

AART 524 Workshop: Ceramics. (3) Advanced investigation and analysis of problems and methods in ceramics. Topics vary with suffix.

AART 549 Directed Internship. (3) (Prereq: AART 345 and consent of instructor) Supervised professional experience in Graphic Design. (contract required)

Music (AMUS)

AMUS 100 Recital Class. (0) Upon admission to the music education program, majors will be required to attend a minimum of 75% of recitals, concerts, opera and musical theater productions, and other performances programmed by the department each semester that they are enrolled. Students enrolled in AEDM 470 Internship in Music Education are exempt. Pass/fail.

AMUS 101 Voice I. (1-2) (Prereq: consent of department chair) Individual instruction for development of technique and learning of appropriate repertoire. Not for beginners. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 102 Voice II. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 101 and consent of department chair). Individual instruction for development of technique and learning of appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 103 Applied Voice Class. (3) The course includes the study of vocal techniques, enunciation in singing, reading of different materials and songs, performance before an audience and the study of repertory for solo singing.

AMUS 104 Intermediate Voice Class. (3) (Prereq: AMUS 103 or consent of instructor) A course for the more advanced voice students meeting in a group. Emphasis on more advanced solo repertoire including sacred songs, arias and art songs in foreign languages and in translation.

AMUS 112 Percussion Instruments I. (1-2) (Prereq: consent of department chair) Individual instruction for development of technique and learning of appropriate repertoire. Not for beginners. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 113 Percussion Instruments II. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 112 and consent of department chair). Individual instruction for development of technique and learning of appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 121 Organ I. (1-2) (Prereq: consent of department chair) Individual instruction for development of technique and learning of appropriate repertoire. Not for beginners. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 122 Organ II. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 121 and consent of department chair). Individual instruction for development of technique and learning of appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 133 Piano I. (1-2) (Prereq: consent of department chair) Individual instruction for development of technique and learning of appropriate repertoire. Not for beginners. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 134 Piano II. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 133 and consent of department chair). Individual instruction for development of technique and learning of appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 135 Group Piano. (3) A course for beginning piano students meeting in groups. Emphasis on music reading and elementary techniques. May be repeated but not for degree credit.

AMUS 136 Intermediate Group Piano. (3) (Prereq: AMUS 135 or consent of instructor) A continuation of AMUS 135 with special emphasis on baroque dances, classical sonatinas and short romantic character pieces.

AMUS 137 Group Piano for Music Education Majors. (1) (Prereq: AMUS 136 or successful completion of piano placement exam) Group instruction for development of fundamental techniques and learning of appropriate repertoire from beginning to advanced levels. Application of aural and theoretical skills, harmonization and improvisation, and accompanying. This course assists in preparing music education majors for the piano proficiency examination. May be repeated for degree credit for a total of 2 hours.

AMUS 141 String Instruments I. (1-2) (Prereq: consent of department chair) Individual instruction for development of technique and learning of appropriate repertoire. Not for beginners. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 142 String Instruments II. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 141 and consent of department chair). Individual instruction for development of technique and learning of appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 143 Group Guitar. (3) A course for beginning guitar students meeting in groups. Emphasis on music reading and elementary techniques.

AMUS 144 Intermediate Group Guitar. (3) (Prereq: AMUS 143) A continuation of AMUS 143. Emphasis on music reading and intermediate techniques.

AMUS 151 Woodwind Instruments I. (1-2) (Prereq: consent of department chair) Individual instruction for development of technique and learning of appropriate repertoire. Not for beginners. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 152 Woodwind Instruments II. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 151 and consent of department chair). Individual instruction for development of technique and learning of appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 161 Brass Instruments I. (1-2) (Prereq: consent of department chair) Individual instruction for development of technique and learning of appropriate repertoire. Not for beginners. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 162 Brass Instruments II. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 161 and consent of department chair). Individual instruction for development of technique and learning of appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 173 Introduction to Music. (3) Open to all students who are interested in gaining a comprehensive understanding of music through a development of intelligent listening. Representative masterpieces from the Middle Ages through the Twentieth Century will be studied within an historical framework.

AMUS 175 World Music. (3) Explores the music of Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Indonesia, and the indigenous cultures of North and South America and Eastern Europe. Musical styles, instruments, and tonal systems will be studied through extensive listening. No formal music skill required. (Satisfies Non-Western World Studies requirement and Humanities requirement.)

AMUS 183 Athletic Band I. (1) Rehearsal and performance of pep band music with participation in public performances for athletic events and civic functions. May be repeated for degree credit for a total of 2 hours.

AMUS 184 University Band I. (1) Rehearsal and performance of band music with participation in off-campus concerts. May be repeated for degree credit for a total of 2 hours.

AMUS 185 University Choir I. (1) The student will study and apply concepts of artistic choral singing including balance, blend, intonation, tone, and interpretation while experiencing a wide variety of musical styles from the Renaissance to the Twentieth Century and participating in public performances of the University Choir. May be repeated for degree credit for a total of 2 hours.

AMUS 186 Masterworks Chorale I. (1) The Masterworks Chorale is intended to develop vocal skills, musical literacy, and musical understanding through the choral experience. The Masterworks Chorale will perform repertoire consisting of sacred and secular literature with an emphasis upon the masterworks of renowned composers. Students are expected to have had musical experience at the high school level or above. May be repeated for degree credit for a total of two hours.

AMUS 187 Jazz Band I. (1) (Prereq: Permission of instructor; Coreq: AMUS 184 (for Music Education and Fine Arts majors only)) Rehearsal and performance oMated for degree credit for a total of two hours.

AMUS 188 A Cappella Choir. (1) (Prereq: By Audition; Coreq: AMUS 185) The student will study and apply concepts of a cappella singing through the preparation and public performance of a wide variety of traditional and contemporary a cappella music. May be repeated for degree credit for a total of two hours.

AMUS 195 Music Technology. (2) (Prereq: AMUS 197) Introductory course in the application of music technology. Topics include sound synthesis, individual projects in computer composition and performance, computer-assisted instruction in music, music notation, music sequencing and MIDI (musical instrument digital interface), sampling, and multi-media. This course contains a substantial technology component.

AMUS 196 Music Theory and Aural Techniques I. (4) Written and analytical applications of major and minors scales and harmonic structures to principles of voice leading, part-writing in root position, harmonic progression, musical form, and species counterpoint as examined and evaluated in representative repertoire of the 16th-18th Century. Application of functional keyboard skills appropriate to level of study. Computer-assisted instruction.

AMUS 197 Music Theory and Aural Techniques II. (4) (Prereq: AMUS 196 with grade of C or better) A continuation of and expansion on the techniques and materials presented in AMUS 196. Written and analytical applications include tonal organization in music of the 18th and 19th centuries with emphasis on triads in first and second inversion, musical form, non-chord tones, uses of dominant seventh chord, and secondary dominant chords. Application of functional keyboard skills appropriate to level of study. Computer-assisted instruction.

AMUS 203 Class Voice Instruction and Methods. (1) (Prereq: Admission to the Professional Program in Music Education) Instruction includes study of repertory, individual work on technical and musical problems, performing experience, and intensive understanding of teaching strategies at various levels unique to the individual voice.

AMUS 204 Diction. (2) A study of the physical factors in the production of vowel and consonant sounds in Italian, Latin, French and German. Emphasis is on accuracy and clarity in pronunciation for singers aided by the study of phonetics and the international phonetic alphabet.

AMUS 214 Class Percussion Instruction and Methods. (1) (Prereq: Admission to the Professional Program in Music Education) Instruction includes study of repertory, individual work on technical and musical problems, performing experience, and intensive understanding of teaching strategies at various levels unique to the individual instruments.

AMUS 243 Class String Instruction and Methods. (1) (Prereq: Admission to the Professional Program in Music Education) Instruction includes study of repertory, individual work on technical and musical problems, performing experience, and intensive understanding of teaching strategies at various levels unique to the individual instruments.

AMUS 253 Class Woodwind Instruction and Methods. (1) (Prereq: Admission to the Professional Program in Music Education) Instruction includes study of repertory, individual work on technical and musical problems, performing experience, and intensive understanding of teaching strategies at various levels unique to the individual instruments.

AMUS 263 Class Brass Instruction and Methods. (1) (Prereq: Admission to the Professional Program in Music Education) Instruction includes study of repertory, individual work on technical and musical problems, performing experience, and intensive understanding of teaching strategies at various levels unique to the individual instruments.

AMUS 283 Athletic Band II. (1) (Prereq: AMUS 183 or consent of instructor) Continuation of rehearsal and performance of pep band music with participation in public performances for athletic events and civic functions. (May be repeated for degree credit for a total of 2 hours.)

AMUS 284 University Band II. (1) (Prereq: AMUS 184 or consent of instructor) Continuation of rehearsal and performance of band music with participation in public performances for athletic events and civic functions. (May be repeated for degree credit for a total of 2 hours.)

AMUS 285 University Choir II. (1) (Prereq: AMUS 185 or consent of instructor) Continued study of development and applied concepts of artistic choral singing including balance, blend, intonation, tone, and interpretation while experiencing a wide variety of musical styles from the Renaissance to the Twentieth Century and participating in public performances of the University Choir. (May be repeated for degree credit for a total of 2 hours.)

AMUS 286 Masterworks Chorale II. (1) (Prereq: AMUS 186) Continued development of vocal skills, musical literacy, and musical understanding through the choral experience. The Masterworks Chorale will perform repertoire consisting of sacred and secular literature with an emphasis upon the masterworks of renowned composers. Students are expected to have had musical experience at the high school level or above. May be repeated for degree credit for a total of two hours.

AMUS 287 Jazz Band II. (1) (Prereq: Permission of instructor; Coreq: AMUS 184 (for Music Education and Fine Arts majors only)) Continued rehearsal and performance of jazz music. May be repeated for degree credit for a total of two hours.

AMUS 288 A Cappella Choir II. (1) (Prereq: AMUS 188 and by audition; Coreq: AMUS 285) Continued study and application of concepts of a cappella singing through the preparation and public performance of a wide variety of traditional and contemporary a cappella music. May be repeated for degree credit for a total of two hours.

AMUS 296 Music Theory and Aural Techniques III. (4) (Prereq: AMUS 197 with grade of C or better) A continuation of and expansion on the techniques and materials presented in AMUS 197. Written and analytical applications of secondary leading-tone chords, diatonic common-chord modulations, advanced modulations, binary and ternary forms, mode mixture, Neapolitan chord, augmented sixth chords, and enharmonic modulations. Introduction to orchestration. Application of functional keyboard skills appropriate to level of study. Computer-assisted instruction.

AMUS 297 Music Theory and Aural Techniques IV. (4) (Prereq: AMUS 296 with grade of C or better) A continuation of and expansion on the techniques and materials presented in AMUS 296. Written and analytical applications of extended chords, shifting keys, expanded tonality, Impressionism, pan-diatonicism, set theory, twelve tone technique, total serialization, and aleatory music. Application of functional keyboard skills and orchestration appropriate to level of study. Computer-assisted instruction.

AMUS 301 Voice III. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 102 and permission of department chair) Continuation of individual instruction for development of technique and learning appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 302 Voice IV. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 301 and permission of department chair) Continuation of individual instruction for development of technique and learning appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit.)

AMUS 305 Psychology of Music. (3) (Prereq: APSY 101 and either AMUS 173 or 175) The study of the experimental and theoretical issues pertaining to the sensory, perceptual, cognitive, and behavioral factors which are involved in listening to and performing music. The course will include topics such as the perception of tone and rhythm, musical meaning, and the social psychology of music. Course is cross-listed in Psychology and Visual and Performing Arts Department and will count for credit in one but not both fields.

AMUS 312 Percussion Instruments III. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 113 and permission of department chair) Continuation of individual instruction for development of technique and learning appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 313 Percussion Instruments IV. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 312 and permission of department chair) Continuation of individual instruction for development of technique and learning appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit.)

AMUS 321 Organ III. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 122 and permission of department chair) Continuation of individual instruction for development of technique and learning appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 322 Organ IV. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 321 and permission of department chair) Continuation of individual instruction for development of technique and learning appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit.)

AMUS 330 Conducting. (1) (Prereq: AMUS 296) Basic conducting technique for use with vocal and instrumental ensembles. Course covers fundamentals such as beat patterns, baton technique, transpositions, clef reading, keyboard realization, score reading and analysis, cueing, subdivisions, fermatas, releases, and interpretation. The class will function as an ensemble, and each student will conduct repertoire of varied style periods approximately once each week. Peer and self-evaluation through observation and video tapes. Effective rehearsal strategies and organizational matters will be addressed.

AMUS 331 Advanced Conducting. (2) (Prereq: AMUS 330) Advanced conducting technique for use with vocal and instrumental ensembles. Course covers conducting accompaniments, contemporary scores, performance techniques, logistical considerations, musical theater, and the jazz ensemble. The class will function as an ensemble, and each student will conduct repertoire of varied style periods approximately once each week. Peer and self-evaluation through observation and video tapes.

AMUS 333 Piano III. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 134 and permission of department chair) Continuation of individual instruction for development of technique and learning appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 334 Piano IV. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 333 and permission of department chair) Continuation of individual instruction for development of technique and learning appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit.)

AMUS 341 String Instruments III. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 142 and permission of department chair) Continuation of individual instruction for development of technique and learning appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 342 String Instruments IV. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 341 and permission of department chair) Continuation of individual instruction for development of technique and learning appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit.)

AMUS 351 Woodwind Instruments III. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 152 and permission of department chair) Continuation of individual instruction for development of technique and learning appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 352 Woodwind Instruments IV. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 351 and permission of department chair) Continuation of individual instruction for development of technique and learning appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit.)

AMUS 361 Brass Instruments III. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 162 and permission of department chair) Continuation of individual instruction for development of technique and learning appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit. Students must complete 2 semesters of this course before enrolling in the next level.)

AMUS 362 Brass Instruments IV. (1-2) (Prereq: AMUS 361 and permission of department chair) Continuation of individual instruction for development of technique and learning appropriate repertoire. (May be repeated once for degree credit.)

AMUS 371 History of Western Music I. (3) A study of music and its place in western civilization from the middle ages through the baroque.

AMUS 372 History of Western Music II. (3) A study of music and its place in western civilization from the 18th century to the present.

AMUS 373 Survey of the Opera. (3) A survey of the literature of Baroque, Classic, Romantic and modern opera, with special attention given to most prominent works from each school. Extensive use of recorded examples.

AMUS 374 History of American Music. (3) A broad survey of music in America from Colonial times to the present. Topics include music in early North America, popular music, jazz, theater and film music, opera, and concert music.

AMUS 383 Athletic Band III. (1) (Prereq: AMUS 283 or consent of instructor) Continuation of rehearsal and performance of pep band music with participation in public performances for athletic events and civic functions. (May be repeated for degree credit for a total of 2 hours.)

AMUS 384 University Band III. (1) (Prereq: AMUS 284 or consent of instructor) Continuation of rehearsal and performance of band music with participation in public performances for athletic events and civic functions. (May be repeated for degree credit for a total of 2 hours.)

AMUS 385 University Choir III. (1) (Prereq: AMUS 285 or consent of instructor) Continued study of development and applied concepts of artistic choral singing including balance, blend, intonation, tone, and interpretation while experiencing a wide variety of musical styles from the Renaissance to the Twentieth Century and participating in public performances of the University Choir. (May be repeated for degree credit for a total of 2 hours.)

AMUS 386 Masterworks Chorale III. (1) (Prereq: AMUS 286) Continued development of vocal skills, musical literacy, and musical understanding through the choral experience. The Masterworks Chorale will perform repertoire consisting of sacred and secular literature with an emphasis upon the masterworks of renowned composers. Students are expected to have had musical experience at the high school level or above. May be repeated for degree credit for a total of two hours.

AMUS 387 Jazz Band III. (1) (Prereq: Permission of instructor; Coreq: AMUS 184 (for Music Education and Fine Arts majors only)) Continued rehearsal and performance of jazz music. May be repeated for degree credit for a total of two hours.

AMUS 388 A Cappella Choir III. (1) (Prereq: AMUS 288 and by audition; Coreq: AMUS 385) Continued study and application of concepts of a cappella singing through the preparation and public performance of a wide variety of traditional and contemporary a cappella music. May be repeated for degree credit for a total of two hours.

AMUS 392 Selected Topics in Music Theory, Performance and Studio. (1-3) Topics in music theory, performance and studio to be announced by suffix and title in the schedule of classes.

AMUS 393 Selected Topics in Music History. (1-3) Topics in music history to be announced by suffix and title in the schedule of classes.

AMUS 397 Orchestration and Arranging. (2) (Prereq: AMUS 297) Study of instrumentation and orchestration in various styles as applied to bowed and plucked string instruments, woodwinds, brass instruments, percussion, and keyboard instruments. Topics include transcription, transpositions, ranges, score analysis, score and part preparation, scoring for instrumental sections (alone and in combination), full orchestra and band. Includes individual projects in composition, arranging and orchestration.

AMUS 398 Form and Analysis. (2) (Prereq: AMUS 297) Traditional techniques of musical form and their applications in historical and contemporary styles. Forms examined include binary, ternary, rondo, sonata, concerto, ostinato, variations, suite, and fugue.

AMUS 399 Independent Study. (1-6) (Prereq: consent of instructor) Independent study in music.

AMUS 483 Athletic Band IV. (1) (Prereq: AMUS 383 or consent of instructor) Continuation of rehearsal and performance of pep band music with participation in public performances for athletic events and civic functions. (May be repeated for degree credit for a total of 2 hours.)

AMUS 484 University Band IV. (1) (Prereq: AMUS 384 or consent of instructor) Continuation of rehearsal and performance of band music with participation in public performances for athletic events and civic functions. (May be repeated for degree credit for a total of 2 hours.)

AMUS 485 University Choir IV. (1) (Prereq: AMUS 385 or consent of instructor) Continued study of development and applied concepts of artistic choral singing including balance, blend, intonation, tone, and interpretation while experiencing a wide variety of musical styles from the Renaissance to the Twentieth Century and participating in public performances of the University Choir. (May be repeated for degree credit for a total of 2 hours.)

AMUS 486 Masterworks Chorale IV. (1) (Prereq: AMUS 386) Continued development of vocal skills, musical literacy, and musical understanding through the choral experience. The Masterworks Chorale will perform repertoire consisting of sacred and secular literature with an emphasis upon the masterworks of renowned composers. Students are expected to have had musical experience at the high school level or above. May be repeated for degree credit for a total of two hours.

AMUS 487 Jazz Band IV. (1) (Prereq: Permission of instructor; Coreq: AMUS 184 (for Music Education and Fine Arts majors only)) Continued rehearsal and performance of jazz music. May be repeated for degree credit for a total of two hours.

AMUS 488 A Cappella Choir IV. (1) (Prereq: AMUS 388 and by audition; Coreq: AMUS 485) Continued study and application of concepts of a cappella singing through the preparation and public performance of a wide variety of traditional and contemporary a cappella music. May be repeated for degree credit for a total of two hours.

Music Education (AEDM)

AEDM 446 Music Curriculum Design and Learning Strategies. (3) (Prereq: Admission to the Professional Program in Music Education; Coreq: AEDM 460) The historical, sociological, philosophical, and psychological foundations of P-12 curriculum development, planning, and learning strategy design. Emphasis will be placed upon current methodologies, problem-solving skills, and critical and creative thinking as a framework for music learning at all levels. Practical application of learning strategies will involve the use of modern media, technology, instruments, and other materials that facilitate the teaching-learning process. Course includes individual curriculum design project.

AEDM 456 Teaching Choral Music in High School. (3) (Prereq: Admission to the Professional Program in Music Education; Coreq: AEDM 462) Rehearsal strategies, procedures, materials and methods as they apply to teaching choral music in the high school. Student is required to work with a master teacher in the schools for selected activities in a corequisite practicum. Also open to music degreed students seeking teacher certification.

AEDM 457 Teaching Instrumental Music in High School. (3) (Prereq: Admission to the Professional Program in Music Education; Coreq: AEDM 462) Rehearsal strategies, procedures, materials and methods as they apply to teaching instrumental music in the high school. Student is required to work with a master teacher in the schools for selected activities in a corequisite practicum. Also open to music degreed students seeking teacher certification.

AEDM 460 Practicum I. (1) (Prereq: AEDC 310 or AEDS 311 or AEDC 110L and Admission to the Professional Program in Music Education; Coreq: AEDM 446) This course focuses on observation and analysis of classroom management practices, characteristics of the P-12 curriculum, and implementation of appropriate teaching strategies. The student is required to work in the schools with a master teacher in the student’s subject field and in informal educational settings or community-based programs. Also open to music degreed students seeking certification.

AEDM 462 Practicum II. (1) (Prereq: AEDM 460; Coreq: AEDM 456 or AEDM 457) In this course, students will participate in supervised application of classroom instructional methods, evaluative techniques and classroom management skills in clinical settings. The student is required to work in the schools with a master teacher in the student’s subject field and in informal educational settings or community-based programs. Also open to music degreed students seeking certification.

AEDM 470 Internship in Music Education. (12) (Prereq: Admission to the Professional Program and Internship in Music Education; Coreq: AEDM 476) A program of observation and teaching in the public schools under the supervision of university and public school personnel.

AEDM 476 Senior Seminar. (3) (Prereq: Admission to the Professional Program and Internship in Music Education; Coreq: AEDM 470) The synthesis and critical evaluation of professional studies in music education.

Theatre (ATHE)

ATHE 151 Fundamentals of Theatrical Production. (3) A survey of the basic skills required to participate safely and actively in the execution of design and technical elements of a theatrical production. Basic skill sets covered include costuming, lighting, sound, carpentry and painting.

ATHE 161 Introduction to Theatre Art. (3) Understanding and criticism of dramatic literature, history and production.

ATHE 170 Fundamentals of Acting I. (3) The technique of body and voice control; improvisations; interpretation of characters: characterization applied to scenes.

ATHE 220 Performance Laboratory. (1) Supervised participation as a performer in a theatre production. Specific hours and activities will be arranged with the instructor. (Course may be repeated for a maximum of 2 credits).

ATHE 221 Scene Studio Laboratory. (1) Supervised participation as a scenic technician in theatrical production. Specific hours and activities will be arranged with the instructor. (Course may be repeated for a maximum of 2 credits).

ATHE 223 Lighting Studio Laboratory. (1) Supervised participation as a lighting technician in theatrical production. Specific hours and activities will be arranged with the instructor. (Course may be repeated for a maximum of 2 credits).

ATHE 227 Costume Studio Laboratory. (1) Supervised participation as a costume technician in theatrical production. Specific hours and activities will be arranged with the instructor. (Course may be repeated for a maximum of 2 credits).

ATHE 228 Stage Management Laboratory. (1) Supervised participation as a Stage Manager in theatrical production. Specific hours and activities will be arranged with the instructor. (Course may be repeated for a maximum of 2 credits).

ATHE 229 Theatre Management Laboratory. (1) Supervised participation in theatre management for theatrical production. Specific hours and activities will be arranged with the instructor. (Course may be repeated for a maximum of 2 credits).

ATHE 251 Scenic Production Techniques. (3) (Prereq: ATHE 151 or permission of the instructor; Coreq: ATHE 221) A study of the techniques and structural concepts involved in the execution of theatrical scenery, this course covers topics including: two and three-dimensional scenic units, overhead rigging, making and interpreting construction drawings and scene changing devices.

ATHE 253 Stage Lighting Design and Technology. (3) (Prereq: ATHE 151 or permission of the instructor; Coreq: ATHE 223) A study of the fundamental concepts and technology involved in the creation and execution of theatrical lighting designs, this course covers topics including: qualities and functions of stage lighting, distribution techniques, color theory, research techniques, instrumentation, design process, graphics, paperwork and electrical theory. This course contains a substantial technology component and satisfies the technology arts option for the Bachelor of Arts - Major in Fine Arts.

ATHE 254 Scenic Design and Theatrical Graphics. (3) (Prereq: ATHE 151 or permission of the instructor) A study of the fundamental concepts and graphic techniques involved in the communication of theatrical scenic designs, this course covers topics including: design elements, research techniques, CADD drafting, perspective rendering and modeling techniques. This course contains a substantial technology component and satisfies the technology arts option for the Bachelor of Arts - Major in Fine Arts.

ATHE 257 Theatrical Costume Design and Production. (3) (Prereq: ATHE 151 or permission of the instructor; Coreq: ATHE 227) A study of the fundamental concepts, graphic techniques and construction methods involved in the communication and execution of theatrical costume designs, this course covers topics including: design elements, research techniques, history, rendering, patterning and stitching.

ATHE 274 Beginning Modern Theatrical Dance. (1) Fundamental skills and terminology through creative movement, patterns, and improvisation.

ATHE 353 Lighting Design Studio. (3) (Prereq: ATHE 253) A project-oriented study of lighting design techniques, this course concentrates on developing script analysis, research, and rendering techniques through mentored and collaborative project work.

ATHE 354 Scenic Design Studio. (3) (Prereq: ATHE 254) A project-oriented study of scenic design techniques, this course concentrates on developing script analysis, research, and rendering techniques through mentored and collaborative project work.

ATHE 357 Costume Design Studio. (3) (Prereq: ATHE 257) A project-oriented study of costume design techniques, this course concentrates on developing script analysis, research, collaboration and rendering techniques through mentored and collaborative project work.

ATHE 361 History of Theatre I. (3) (Prereq: ATHE 161) A survey of plays, playwrights, actors, production and the physical development of Theatres. Reading of representative plays required. From the time of Greeks to 1660.

ATHE 362 History of Theatre II. (3) (Prereq: ATHE 361) A continuation of a survey of plays, playwrights, actors, production and the physical development of Theatres; reading of representative plays required. From 1660 to present.

ATHE 370 Intermediate Acting. (3) (Prereq: ATHE 170) A continuation of scene study and character development. (Students who received credit for ATHE 171 may not take this course for credit.)

ATHE 372 Fundamentals of Movement in the Performing Arts. (1) An introduction to basic physical skills, including relaxation, flexibility and manipulation of the body at rest and in motion. The course will train performers in methods for placing the body and using the stage. (May be repeated for up to 3 hours credit.)

ATHE 374 Intermediate Modern Theatrical Dance. (1) (Prereq: ATHE 274). Continuation of ATHE 274, increased dance skills through creative movement, patterns, improvisations, and compositional problems. (May be repeated for degree credit for a total of 3 hours.)

ATHE 375 Beginning Ballet. (1)

ATHE 376 Intermediate Ballet I. (1) (Prereq: ATHE 375 or consent of instructor.)

ATHE 377 Intermediate Ballet II. (1) (Prereq: ATHE 376 or consent of instructor. May be repeated for degree credit for a total of 3 hours.)

ATHE 378 Beginning Jazz Dance. (1) (Prereq: none) Performance of Jazz dance and its styles from its origins to its use of the contemporary stage.

ATHE 379 Intermediate Jazz Dance. (1) (Prereq: ATHE 378) Development of Jazz movement and styles. Control, rhythm, and continuity are emphasized. A continuation of ATHE 378.

ATHE 398 Topics in Theatre. (3) (Prereq: permission of instructor) Study of selected topics in theatre. Individual title and suffix to be announced with each topic.

ATHE 399 Independent Study. (3-6) (Prereq: permission of instructor)

ATHE 453 Advanced Lighting Design Studio. (3) (Prereq: ATHE 353) An advanced project-oriented study of lighting design techniques, this course concentrates on providing experience in a wide variety of theatrical genres (i.e. multi-set musicals, dance, opera and non-theatre events) through mentored and collaborative project work.

ATHE 454 Advanced Scenic Design Studio. (3) (Prereq: ATHE 354) An advanced project-oriented study of scenic design techniques, this course concentrates on providing experience in a wide variety of theatrical genres (i.e. multi-set musicals, dance, opera and non-theatre events) through mentored and collaborative project work.

ATHE 455 Stage Management. (3) (Prereq: ATHE 155, 170, 288) A practical study of the principles and procedures of stage management for the theatre.

ATHE 457 Advanced Costume Design Studio. (3) (Prereq: ATHE 357) An advanced project-oriented study of costume design techniques, this course concentrates on providing experience in a wide variety of theatrical genres (i.e. multi-set musicals, dance, opera and non-theatre events) through mentored and collaborative project work.

ATHE 478 Play Direction. (3) (Prereq: ATHE 370 and ATHE 455 or permission of instructor) A study of principles, procedures, and practice of stage direction, with selection, analysis, casting, and rehearsal of a one-act play to be presented in the O’Connell Theatre. Offered spring semester of odd numbers years only.

ATHE 522 Creative Drama. (3) Methods and techniques in developing and leading informal dramatic activity with children.

ATHE 526 Children’s Theatre. (3) (Prereq: consent of instructor) Special problems in producing plays for child audiences.

ATHE 529 Theatre Management. (3) Problems involved in organizing, administering and promoting the non-professional theatre.

ATHE 570 Advanced Acting. (3) (Prereq: ATHE 170, 370) Theory and practice in the development of a role and an understanding of the audience-actor relationship.

ATHE 575 Rehearsal and Performance. (3) (Prereq: consent of instructor) An intensive laboratory course in repertory theatre.

ATHE 576 Rehearsal and Performance. (3) (Prereq: consent of instructor) An intensive laboratory course in repertory theatre.

ATHE 596 Directed Internship in Theatre. (3) (Prereq: ATHE 155, 288, 170, 370, 575 and consent of instructor) Supervised Professional Experience in Theatre. (contract required)

Other  Courses Offered By The College Of Humanities And Social Sciences

Academic Support (ASUP)

AFYS 101 The First-Year Seminar. (1) An examination of the culture of academic life with emphasis on observing, analyzing, and incorporating strategies for college achievement. (Elective credit only)

ASUP 110 Emerging Leader. (2) (Prereq: Consent of instructor, 2.5 gpa, and previous leadership experience) This course will offer an introduction to leadership development by examining a variety of leadership skills, with an emphasis on leadership styles. Through several assignments, students will actively examine their own abilities and develop critical skills needed to become a leader in their communities.

ASUP 210 Citizen Leadership. (2) (Prereq: 30 credit hours) This course provides the opportunity to apply leadership theory to active service learning experiences. Students will look at citizenship from a variety of perspectives and will reflect on their own roles as leaders and citizens. This course uses the PARE model (Preparation, Action, Reflection, and Evaluation) to develop critical thinking skills.

ASUP 410 The Senior Year Experience. (1) (Prereq: 75 credit hours) A study of the various transition issues faced as students move from college into the world of employment. Emphasis will be placed on the areas of job searching, skill development, and workplace related issues (workplace ethics, sexual harassment, discrimination, etc.). The class will also focus on how an individual’s college experience has prepared him/her for life after graduation.

Human Services (ASHS)

ASHS 201 Introduction to Human Services. (3) (Prereq: ASCY 101) An overview of the social services approach to human problems. The course will include discussion of types of aid and human service agencies currently available in the United States and will examine basic philosophies and practices used in social services. (The course is required for sociology majors electing a concentration in human services. It may not be used to satisfy the general education requirement in social sciences.)

Humanities (AHUM)

AHUM 107 Southern Studies. (3) "Southern Studies" is an interdisciplinary study of the South since the Civil War. Utilizing the skills of humanists and social scientists, an overview of the Southern tradition, changes, and recent political and social trends will be made. Perspectives on the South will be presented from the following fields as a minimum: history, literature, music, political science, religion and sociology. The course will utilize a team teaching approach with numerous guest lecturers and presentations.

AHUM 201 Peace Studies. (3) An introduction to peace studies from the perspective of several academic disciplines. Topics may include the causes of war, ethical and religious perspectives on peace, economic causes and consequences of conflict, and theories and practicalities of conflict resolution as they have been understood in a variety of cultures and traditions.

AHUM 202 African American Studies. (3) A comparative study of the history, politics and the arts of Africa and African America. Emphasis will be on the cross-cultural influences between Africans and African-Americans and the influence of the forced dispersal of the African people on American culture.

AHUM 211 Issues in Women’s Studies. (3) This course is an interdisciplinary approach to the issues affecting women in contemporary society from the perspective of literature, politics, philosophy, sociology, religion, communication and history.

AHUM 301 Topics in Peace Studies. (3) (Prereq: Sophomore standing) An examination of one or more peace-related topics (e.g., conflict resolution, negotiation, forgiveness, human rights, poverty, social justice, literature of peace).

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