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2006-2007 Springfield College Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Computer and Information Sciences
  

  • CISC 482 - Computer Systems Seminar

    This course is designed to address various current technical and managerial problems encountered in computer information systems, including those dealing with hardware architecture, systems software, and applications software.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CISC 115, 235, and 275, or permisiion of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CISC 486 - Field Experience in Computer Information Systems-Management

    This course provides students with the opportunity to apply academic skills, mastered in the study of computer information systems-management, within the scope of an industrial environment.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Departmental approval.

    Credits: 3

Criminal Justice
  

  • CRIM 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice

    This course introduces the student to the American system of criminal justice.  Its
    growth and development is examined with emphasis placed on three essential 
    components of the system: the police, courts and corrections.  Each component contributes to our understanding of the definition and measurement of crime, and various efforts to explain the causes of crime.  The following issues will be a primary focus of the course: discretion of law enforcement agents; due process; and the contemporary changes occurring within the context of the criminal justice system.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CRIM 201 - Criminological Theory

    This introductory course examines classical and contemporary theoretical approaches aimed at explaining the nature of crime and criminal behaviors.  The problem of crime and related behaviors are addressed at many levels of the criminal justice system, ranging from prevention, awareness efforts, to the rehabilitation of offenders.  Many of the assumptions held by some of these criminologists and theorists have been used to direct the very structure of the criminal justice system and the policies aimed at addressing criminality in the United States.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CRIM 205 - Introduction to Corrections

    This course explores the historical development of correction systems.  The
    principles of correction operations, theories and methods of offender treatment 
    which may be employed within the boundaries of probation, parole, prison, capital 
    punishment and other correction alternatives are studied.  Local, state and federal correctional systems are reviewed as well as looking at the patterned behaviors of both custodial staff and inmates in the context of a controlled environment.  The concept, rationale and administration of the adult correctional  institutions will be the focal point in this introductory course.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CRIM 210 - American Court System

    This course examines the structure, organization and procedures of American 
    courts with emphasis on the adversarial role existing between the prosecuting attorney and the defense attorney in the judicial setting.  Students also examine  the fundamental elements of both substantive and procedural law in relation to constitutional guarantees.  Historical and contemporary explanations of the American crime problem will also be analyzed in correlation with social, demographic and economic variables.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CRIM 220 - Law Enforcement

    This course focuses on the historical role of police officers and the growth and 
    expansion of federal, state and local law enforcement agencies.  In contemporary 
    America,police officers use discretion in making the following decisions 
    (a few among many important decisions): whether to enforce a specific law, to 
    investigate specific crimes, to stop and search, to arrest or detain an individual and
    whether to refer cases to the prosecuting attorney for filing of formal criminal 
    charges.  Special attention is given to the future of law enforcement in relation to  terrorism and homeland security.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CRIM 230 - Deviant Behavior

    This course addresses how deviant categories are created and evolve with respect to       institutional practices.  There is a critical examination of theories and empirical studies
    of social deviance, particularly the formulation and application of deviant labels, organizations relating to deviance, and deviant behavioral patterns.  The primary
    focus of the course is on criminal deviance.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CRIM 270 - Constitutional Law

    This course examines the historical concept of federalism.  Students compare federal and state judiciary and review the concept of stare decisis.  Most of the constitutional    
    guarantees afforded suspects will be reviewed, including but not limited to, the  
    right to confront witnesses, the privilege against self-incrimination, the right to be  
    free from illegal search and seizure, double jeopardy protection and the right to a speedy public trial.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CRIM 310 - Crime Scene Investigation

    This course discusses the practices and strategies used by law enforcement officers  
    in their daily operations.  Emphasis is placed on forensic science, as the 
    application of science to the enforcement of law, has become extremely important to policing in the twenty-first century.  Students also learn the coordination between 
    criminal justice agencies in addressing the crime problem.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CRIM 325 - Juvenile Delinquency

    The causation, control, and prevention of delinquency and offenses of young adults are
    discussed. This course exposes students to the origins and development of the juvenile justice system from historical, legal and institutional perspectives.  Youth gangs are also discussed in an effort to understand the distinction existing between the concepts of youth gangs and violent youth gangs.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CRIM 330 - Criminal Law

    This course examines the origin and nature of criminal in relation to different substantive categories of crime that are defined by lawmakers.  The substantive  criminal law contains the basic doctrines stipulating the conditions that must be met before a person can be convicted of an offense.  Of primary importance are the various conditions that, if present, may relieve an individual of responsibility for committing a crime.  The penal code of each of the states and the laws of the United States define offenses.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CRIM 370 - Violence and Victimization

    This course identifies and analyzes individual and group violence as well as victimization from sociological, anthropological, and social-psychological perspectives.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CRIM 388 - Special Topics in Criminal Justice

    This course is a comprehensive examination of a contemporary issue or social problem related to criminal justice.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CRIM 460 - Criminology

    Criminal law and the causation, control, and prevention of adult crime are topics discussed in this course. Offered alternate years.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CRIM 486 - Supervised Internship in Criminal Justice

    This course is an individually contracted, practical experience under professional supervision in criminal justice or law enforcement organization. It is intended to assist the student in exploring and confirming career goals, as well as to apply sociocultural and criminology theory and methods outside of the classroom. Students engage in 45 clock hours of supervised internship per semester hour of credit.

    Credits: 3

Dance
  

  • DANC 101 - Dance Appreciation

    This course explores dance from ancient to contemporary times through film and lecture. The objectives include broadening one’s understanding and appreciation of the dance arts and developing the ability to view dance critically.

    Credits: 3
  

  • DANC 110 - Laban Movement Analysis

    This course combines movement experiences, lecture, readings, and discussion focused around concepts developed by Rudolf Laban, which include Effort, Space Harmony, Labanotation, and Bartenieff Fundamentals. The material has broad application in areas such as dance, movement, sport, fitness, education, therapy, research, and anthropology and is tailored to the needs of the individuals in the course.

    Credits: 3
  

  • DANC 130 - Ballet Theory and Technique I

    This course provides an intensive experience in classical ballet. The primary emphasis is on learning classical ballet technique. The secondary emphasis is on appreciation of the history and aesthetics of ballet. Learning experience includes technique class two times per week, dance viewing and criticism, related readings, and discussions.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PEAC 127 or consent of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • DANC 135 - Modern and Post-Modern Dance Theory and Technique I

    This course provides an intensive experience in American modern and post-modern dance. Drawing from the numerous styles and philosophies associated with the development of American modern and post-modern dance, this course emphasizes the individual at the center of the dance experience. Classes include dance technique, improvisation, performance, readings, discussion, and video.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PEAC 133 or consent of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • DANC 150 - Jazz Dance Theory and Technique I

    Designed for the beginning dancer, this course provides an intensive experience in various styles of American jazz dance. It traces the origins of jazz dance from African, European, and American dance forms. Learning experiences include technique class two times a week plus some dance viewing, reading, lecture, and discussion.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Some dance experience or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • DANC 184 - Dance Performance Practicum

    This course bridges the gap between class activity and artistic production. Students choreograph a major group dance for inclusion in an on-campus performance.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    DANC 215 and 216 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1 - 2
  

  • DANC 185 - Dance Performance Practicum

    This course bridges the gap between class activity and artistic performance. Students are involved either with one of the on-campus performing dance groups or with an approved off-campus experience.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Some dance experience.

    Credits: .5
  

  • DANC 201 - Teaching Dance

    This course explores materials and methods for teaching dance in various contexts with diverse populations. Emphasis is placed on development of individual teaching skill and creativity, exploration of the foundations of dance, and design and implementation of an effective dance curriculum. Learning experiences include learning and teaching dance; movement exploration and problem-solving; analysis of motor development, creativity, and teaching methods; acquaintance with materials for teaching dance; and curriculum design.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    DANC 110, DANC 130, DANC 135, DANC 150 or consent of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • DANC 215 - Choreography I

    This course explores creative processes and strategies for dance-making. Emphasis is placed on developing individual creativity, exploring the elements of choreography, and making and critiquing dances. Learning experiences include improvisation, creation of solo and group dance studies, analyzing the choreographic process, critiquing dances, and consideration of production aspects.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Dance experience, DANC 110 or consent of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • DANC 216 - Choreography II

    This course explores the craft of choreography in making small and large group dances. Emphasis is placed on developing individual creative process, exploring movement invention, form, content, and dance production. Learning experiences include improvising, problem solving, critiquing, journal writing, research, music listening, attending arts events, casting, rehearsing, and coaching. Dance studies created in this course may be further developed for public performance.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    DANC 110, 215.

    Credits: 3
  

  • DANC 260 - Dance and Somatic Movement Therapy

    This course introduces students to the professions of dance/movement therapy and somatic movement therapy. It covers the history and development of the fields, provides experiences in various approaches, and explores applications in various settings.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    DANC 110 and some dance experience.

    Credits: 3
  

  • DANC 284 - Dance Repertory

    This course provides an opportunity for students to deepen their experience of dance performance by participating in a public performance of an original faculty, guest artist, or professional choreographic work. Repertory projects will be determined in consultation with the instructor. The course may be taken for 1 or 2 credits, and is repeatable up to 4 credits.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    DANC 110, 185, and permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1-2

Drama
  

  • DRAM 101 - Introduction to the Theatre

    This is an introduction to the appreciation and study of theatre playwriting, directing, acting, designing, and criticism. The course stresses the elements of drama, their interaction and integration, and their realization in theatrical production. Learning experiences include lecture/demonstrations, video viewing, small group presentations, and attendance at a professional theatre event.

    Credits: 3
  

  • DRAM 110 - Fundamentals of Acting

    This course is an approach to the techniques of stage acting by classroom exercises in voice, stage movement, characterization, style, and scene study.

    Credits: 3
  

  • DRAM 130 - Stage Production

    This course involves the study and practice of stage and lighting design.

    Credits: 3
  

  • DRAM 150 - Creative Dramatics and Improvisation

    Creative drama is a non-competitive group experience based on theatre games, exercises, and improvisational techniques that enable the teacher and students to explore together their five senses, imaginative powers, self-concept, interpersonal relationships, and view of the world. Students learn theatrical techniques and methods of guiding and nurturing groups in classroom or rehearsal settings as teachers or directors. Classes include group work in storytelling and readings in theory and practice of creative dramatics.

    Credits: 3
  

  • DRAM 215 - Directing Workshop

    This is a combined theoretical and practical course in the art of directing for the 
    theatre.  Emphasis is placed on developing individual creative expression and 
    interpretation of dramatic literature, exposure to the evolution of the role of the
    director, and exploration and practice in the preparation and rehearsal of scenes and 
    productions.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Previous experience in the theatre and/or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • DRAM 220 - Scene Study

    This course offers in-depth experience in the analysis and performance styles of scenes from the Shakespearean theater, the realistic theater, and the avant-garde theater. Progress is monitored via the instructor and peer evaluations, short papers, a log, and a final live production.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    DRAM 110 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3
  

  • DRAM 284 - Theatre Performance Practicum

    Students gain accelerated development of their training as actors and intensive opportunity to demonstrate individual and collaborative skills through performance participation in major and supporting roles in the theatre program’s public productions. Students enroll in this course after the required participation, submitting written materials to identify, assess and confirm their learning. May be taken more than once, to a maximum of 10 credits toward graduation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Permission of the instructor and participation in SC Theatre production in major or supporting role.

    Credits: 1-10

Economics
  

  • ECON 190 - Special Topics in Economics

    This course presents a variety of traditional contemporary economic issues. The course provides a detailed and comprehensive examination of topics, including the historical perspectives, the contemporary concern with, and the future implications of issues presented.

    Credits: 3
  

  • ECON 200 - Principles of Macroeconomics

    This course deals with the concepts of national income, monetary and fiscal policy, inflation, unemployment, and economic growth.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    None

    Credits: 3
  

  • ECON 205 - Principles of Microeconomics

    This course deals with the market system, the pricing mechanism, industry market structure, and the distribution of income via the factors of production.

    Credits: 3
  

  • ECON 301 - Managerial Economics I

    This course analyzes economic principles at the intermediate level. Economic principles are applied to the process of managerial decision-making. Topics covered include demand theory, consumer analysis, theory of cost and production, profit maximization, and decision-making within the various market structures of American capitalism.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    ECON 200 and 205.

    Credits: 3
  

  • ECON 302 - Managerial Economics II

    This course continues to apply economic principles to additional areas of managerial decision-making. Special attention is paid to the market for economic resources, practical pricing decisions, regulatory influences on business activity, and the organizational structure of the firm. Emphasis is on current issues, including the special considerations posed in choosing policy alternatives in responding to contemporary economic problems.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    ECON 301.

    Credits: 3
  

  • ECON 310 - Money and Banking

    This course discusses the nature and function of money, credit, and monetary standards, and the role of the banking system in the economy. Topics include commercial banking, financial intermediaries, monetary theory and policy, the role of the Federal Reserve in stabilization policy, and international monetary economics.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    ECON 200 and 205.

    Credits: 3
  

  • ECON 315 - Business and Government

    This course focuses on how businesses interact with government and society. Government (executive, legislative, regulatory, judicial, and international governments) and society (societal institutions, news media, and public sentiment) affect how firms conduct business, and businesses must develop political/nonmarket strategies to interact effectively with government and society that are integrated with their market strategies for economic profits. The international business, government and society interaction is contrasted between the USA and Japan, the European Union, and China. Case studies are used extensively.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    ECON 200 and 205 or permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • ECON 350 - Economics of Sports

    The central focus of this course is on models of sport leagues and what can be learned from those models to answer public policy questions concerning sports. Selected topics from the extensive literature on the economics of sports are used e.g., franchise values, pay for performance, urban financing of stadiums, antitrust laws, and the profit motive in sport leagues.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    ECON 200 and ECON 205.

    Credits: 3
  

  • ECON 400 - Economics of Healthcare

    The economics of the healthcare industry are reviewed with reference to the provision, distribution, supply, demand, and consumption of healthcare services. This course focuses on the relevance of economic analytic techniques and their application to processes of health resource allocation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    ECON 200 and 205, MGTE 360.

    Credits: 3

Education
  

  • EDUC 100 - Introduction to Education

    Students become acquainted with the field of education, the teaching profession, the diversity of learners in US schools, historical and philosophical foundations of education, the study and practice of teaching, and career options for educators. Special emphasis is placed on the development of a preliminary philosophy of education and an electronic portfolio.

    Credits: 2
  

  • EDUC 162 - Introduction to Special Education

    This introductory course is offered for teachers of students with special needs. The characteristics and problems of all types of exceptional children (those with disabilities and the gifted), and the differences in their learning styles within the classroom, are examined. This course provides an overview of federal and state requirements in regard to IDEA, ADA, and Chapter 766. A prepracticum placement is included.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Student must be an official candidate for teacher licensure.

    Credits: 3
  

  • EDUC 225 - Development of Mathematical Concepts in Young Children

    This course furthers the students’ understanding of mathematical concepts, with emphasis on the development of these concepts as they apply to young children. Current cognitive learning theory and instructional strategies for curriculum planning, implementation, and assessment in the early childhood classroom are examined, analyzed, and practiced. Developmentally appropriate curriculum and teaching methods/materials are emphasized. This course includes a 45 hour pre-practicum.

    The overall goal is for students to develop a theoretical framework that will inform their instructional decisions.  The pre-practicum field experience allows studenst to integrate
    theory and practice in an Early Childhood placement.

    Credits: 3
  

  • EDUC 232 - Teaching Elementary Mathematics through the MA Curriculum Frameworks

    Through this course students learn to develop objectives, methods, and materials for the teaching of standards-based mathematics in grades one to six. The course integrates constructivist theory, cooperative learning and thematic teaching. Students design and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences and authentic assessment tools. Topics of study support the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, MA state teacher test, and the NCTM standards and goals.  This course includes a 45 hour pre-practicum.

    Credits: 3
  

  • EDUC 234 - Curriculum, Methods, and Organization for Secondary Teachers

    In this course, students learn lesson plan development, methods of instruction, and curriculum organization for middle school and high school teaching. Questioning techniques, alternative teaching-learning strategies, classroom innovation, the use of technology and audiovisual media, and the organization of time and teaching material are included. Individualization of teaching is stressed.

    Credits: 3
  

  • EDUC 237 - Foundations of Multicultural Education

    This course introduces students to Multicultural Education theory and practice with a special emphasis on content integration, cross-cultural competencies, and the structural (political, economic, social) and psychological dimensions of oppression.  The course will enable prospective teachers to see the interconnectedness of multiple forms of oppression (race, class, gender, sexual orientation, ability, religion, culture and language) and their impact on access to an equitable quality public education in the United States.

    Credits: 3
  

  • EDUC 305 - Teaching Social Studies through the MA Curriculum Frameworks

    This course introduces prospective teachers to social studies education in elementary and early childhood classes. Students investigate the rationale and purposes for social studies, create personal philosophies related to the teaching of social studies, become familiar with the MA History and Social Studies Frameworks, demonstrate their understandings of various teaching methods and strategies, and incorporate “best practice” into their teaching of the content found in the MA Curriculum Frameworks. This course facilitates disciplined reflective inquiry into the education process through the interaction of theory and practice.

    Credits: 2
  

  • EDUC 318 - Tutorial Pre-Practicum

    This course gives secondary students their first field work experience. They visit schools, observe teaching, and arrange for tutorial work in their content area with pupils who require special help. Students develop and utilize teaching objectives, procedures, and tests to evaluate the achievement of objectives. Students meet regularly with College faculty to discuss their progress toward accomplishing their objectives.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Student must be an official candidate for teacher licensure.

    Credits: 3
  

  • EDUC 327 - Methods of Teaching Reading and Language Arts in Early Childhood and Elementary Classrooms

    Reading, writing, listening and speaking are integrated through a balanced approach to teaching reading and the language arts. Through course work and classroom teaching, students analyze reading theory, research and practice. Topics include first and second language acquisition, emergent literacy, phonemic awareness, phonics, organizing literacy instruction, assessment and evaluation. Course requirements include 75 hours in an early childhood or elementary supervised pre-practicum experience.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Student must be an official candidate for teacher licensure.

    Credits: 6
  

  • EDUC 361 - Field Experience in a Non-School Setting

    This is a voluntary educational experience in a non-school setting. Typically, students work in such sites as hospitals, museums, nature preserves, child care centers, and summer camps.

    Credits: 3
  

  • EDUC 364 - Pre-Practicum-Teaching and Special Issues in Secondary Education

    This pre-practicum provides experience in high school teaching while concurrently dealing with a range of common problems occurring in secondary schools. Issues such as students’ and teachers’ rights, racism, sexism, equality, and special needs of individuals are considered. The course emphasizes integration of theory with practice.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Student must be an official candidate for teacher licensure.

    Credits: 3
  

  • EDUC 436 - The Microcomputer in the Elementary Classroom

    Students study and practice using the software and computer hardware typically utilized in the elementary school classroom. The course explores the impact of computers on information processing, on their use as a teaching tool, and on their application for curriculum development.

    Credits: 3
  

  • EDUC 442 - Assessment and Program Development

    This course acquaints students with formal and informal techniques for assessing and recording the performance of students. Alternative forms of assessment and traditional measurement instruments are used.

    Credits: 3
  

  • EDUC 450 - Principles and Practices of Classroom Management

    In this course, the student examines effective approaches to student and classroom management. Positive approaches in behavior management for the individual student and/or group are explored.

    Credits: 3
  

  • EDUC 455 - Early Childhood Curriculum and Care

    The participants examine the research for making thoughtful and informed decisions about early childhood education and care. Topics of study include the importance of play; developing appropriate social/emotional, cognitive/language, and physical environments; working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children; and the importance of working with families of young children. Participants evaluate the impact of parenting roles and responsibilities on strengthening the well-being of individuals and families.  (Meets initial licensing requirements for early childhood and health).              

    Credits: 3
  

  • EDUC 456 - Accommodating Student Needs in the Classroom

    This course focuses on disabling conditions and their implications for education and service delivery. Students develop effective strategies for inclusion of individuals with special needs in the classroom. IEP development, learning styles, and instructional strategies to promote success for all students are addressed.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    EDUC 162 and 242.

    Credits: 3
  

  • EDUC 457 - Organization and Administration of Preschool Programs

    This course examines administration of day care and early childhood education programs, including program design, inclusionary programs for children with and without special needs, licensing requirements, funding and budgeting, personnel roles, management, and the day-to-day administration of a center. This course fulfills part of the requirements for Office for Children certification as a Director I day care administrator.

    Credits: 2
  

  • EDUC 463 - Practicum Seminar

    This course taken concurrently with a Student Teaching Practicum is designed to help students become reflective teachers by providing a forum for collaborative, critical inquiry based on their student teaching experience. The course offers opportunities and frameworks for thinking about and analyzing classroom situations, the teaching-learning process, classroom management, legal and ethical obligations, current issues in education, and professional goals and development.

    Credits: 2
  

  • EDUC 464 - Middle School Practicum

    This culminating experience gives students the opportunity to plan, organize, and      
    manage a middle school classroom for eight to fifteen weeks.  Students seeking licensure must complete a minimum of 300 hours.  Students who wish to position themselves for a second initial license at the middle school level may complete 150 hours at the middle school and 150 hours at the high school.  Students must have passed MTEL exams and courses designated by their program as well as having advanced standing in the Education Department.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    EDUC 318, 364, and advanced standing in the Education Department. Student must have passed MTEL exams and courses designated by their program.

    Credits: 5-10
  

  • EDUC 465 - High School Practicum

    This culminating experience gives students the opportunity to plan, organize, and      
    manage a high school classroom for eight to fifteen weeks.  Students seeking   
    licensure must complete a minimum of 300 hours.  Students who wish to position       
    themselves for a second initial license at the middle school level may complete 150    
    hours at the middle school and 150 hours at the high school.  Students must have passed MTEL exams and courses designated by their program as well as having advanced standing in the Education Department.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    EDUC 318, 364, and advanced standing in the Education Department. Student must have passed MTEL exams and courses designated by their program.

    Credits: 5-10
  

  • EDUC 466 - Practicum PreK to K

    This culminating experience gives students the opportunity to plan, organize, and manage an early childhood classroom for eight weeks. Students complete a minimum of 150 hours at the preschool through K level. (Either EDUC 466 or 467 must be in a setting that includes children with special needs for part of the school day.)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Student must have passed MTEL exams and courses designated by their program.

    Credits: 5
  

  • EDUC 467 - Practicum 1-2

    This culminating experience gives students the opportunity to plan, organize, and       
    manage an elementary classroom for eight weeks. Students complete a minimum of 200 hours at first or second grade level. (Either EDUC 466 or 467 must be in a setting 
    that includes children with special needs for part of the school day.)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Student must have passed MTEL exams and courses designated by their program.

    Credits: 5
  

  • EDUC 468 - Elementary Practicum

    This culminating experience gives the students the opportunity to accept full     
    responsibility for planning, organizing and manageing an elementary classroom for at 
    least one week.  Students are placed in an elementary fieldwork classroom for five days per week for fifteen weeks.  The student is required to demonstrate mastery at the entry level of all the Principles of Effective Teaching of the licensed classroom teacher. The practicum is taken concurrently with EDUC 463, a seminar for student teachers.  The Practicum must be full-time for one semester and must include a minimum of 300 clock hours at the practicum site.  The student must take clear instructional responsibilities of the teaching role for at least half of this time and full responsibilities for a substantial period.  Practicum time credits are given for
    the following activities:                   
    1. observtaion and participation;
    2. actual teaching (in-charge);
    3. any officially-assigned school duties;
    4. conferences.     
    Students and school supervisors should keep a written record of how time is alloted to these functions.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Student must have passed MTEL exams and courses designated by their program.

    Credits: 10
  

  • EDUC 469 - Practicum

    Arrangements must be made individually with the department.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Student must have passed MTEL exams and courses designated by their program.

    Credits: 7-14
  

  • EDUC 471 - Learning, Teaching, and Technology

    This course integrates technology with meaningful learning and teaching. The goal of this course is to demonstrate how technology helps to fulfill the new vision for learning and teaching described by state and national frameworks. The emphasis is on designing and implementing projects through technology that offer students the opportunity to construct new knowledge, develop collaboration skills, apply knowledge to new situations, and integrate subjects across the curriculum.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CISC 105 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3
  

  • EDUC 481 - Assessment and Evaluation for the Classroom Teacher

    This course presents students with the theory and practice of assessment and evaluation in the classroom setting. The purpose, design, implementation, and interpretation of evaluative procedures to assess student learning are examined and practiced. Students practice designing alternative forms of assessment for students with special needs and diverse learning styles. Alternative forms of assessment and traditional measurement instruments are compared and contrasted.

    Credits: 3

Emergency Medical Services Management
  

  • EMSM 114 - CPR, Health Care Provider

    The CPR course prepares the student to mitigate those situations resulting in foreign-body airway obstruction and sudden cardiac arrest in adults, infants, and children. The training includes manual, mechanical, and electronic techniques. Successful completion results in certification from the American Heart Association.

    Credits: 0.5
  

  • EMSM 115 - Emergency Medical Technician-Basic

    Basic training consists of 130 hours of lecture, laboratory, and scenario settings that exceed the national standard curriculum, and prepares the student to be certified through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Public Health. The subjects covered include patient assessment, semi-automatic external defibrillation, wound care, splinting and immobilization, oxygen therapy, assisted medications, report writing, communication and general knowledge of the ambulance.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    EMSM 114 or successful challenge CPR exam.

    Credits: 4
  

  • EMSM 135 - EMS Career Planning

    Lectures and discussions provide an overview of EMS systems, areas of specialization, legislative processes, and regulatory processes and problem solving. Students are required to study the issues in EMS and respond to them employing critical thinking.

    Credits: 3
  

  • EMSM 150 - EMT-Intermediate

    This course includes detailed patient assessment, advanced treatment of shock, pre-hospital intravenous therapy, endotracheal intubation and other advanced airway control measures.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    EMSM 115 or permission of the medical director.

    Credits: 4
  

  • EMSM 160 - EMT-Intermediate Clinical Affiliation

    This is a clinical practicum consisting of one half-semester of performing invasive procedures in local hospitals under the direct supervision of physicians, nurses, and technicians. Areas of affiliation include the emergency department, intravenous therapy team, respiratory therapy department, and the operating room. Students are required to document the successful completion of the following skills endotracheal intubations, intravenous insertions, and patient assessments. Documentation of clinical case studies is also required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CORI, 3.0 average in EMSM 150 or permission of the medical director.

    Credits: 1.5
  

  • EMSM 186 - Intermediate Field Internship

    This course consists of one half-semester of pre-hospital care internship performing invasive procedures under the supervision of certified preceptors.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    EMSM 160.

    Credits: 1.5
  

  • EMSM 200 - EMT-Paramedic I

    This course begins the paramedic program and includes instruction in the roles and responsibilities of the paramedic, legal aspects of EMS, stress management, rescue and hazardous materials training, medical terminology, patient assessment, advanced airway management, pathophysiology and treatment of shock, burn trauma therapy, and pre-hospital pharmacology.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    EMSM 115 and permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 4
  

  • EMSM 201 - Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support

    This course provides a philosophic overview to prehospital trauma care, stressing the need to identify and consider the multisystem trauma patient as a unique entity with specific needs. The course also provides the prehospital provider with a specific body of knowledge related to the assessment and care of the trauma patient. Successful completion of the course results in certification at the provider level.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    EMSM 200 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1
  

  • EMSM 211 - Basic Cardiac Life Support Instructor

    The BCLS instructor course provides the student with the training in skills and methodology to teach all levels of basic cardiac life support under the auspices of the American Heart Association. The course includes discussion of the methodologies of teaching in various cultural settings, and a teaching practicum with an experienced AHA-BCLS Instructor.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    EMSM 114 or permission of Instructor/Trainer.

    Credits: 2
  

  • EMSM 250 - EMT-Paramedic II

    This course includes instruction in cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, and assessment and management of cardiac emergencies, as well as mechanical, electrical, and pharmacological intervention according to national advanced life support standards. Students learn electrocardiograph monitoring, dysrhythmia recognition and treatment, and cardiovascular pharmacology and administration.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    EMSM 200.

    Credits: 4
  

  • EMSM 251 - Advanced Cardiac Life Support

    This course prepares the student to mitigate those medical situations resulting in foreign body airway obstruction and sudden cardiac arrest in adults, infants, and children using manual, mechanical, pharmaceutical, and electronic therapies. Successful completion results in certification from the American Heart Association.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    EMSM 200 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1
  

  • EMSM 300 - EMT-Paramedic III

    This course completes the didactic portion of the paramedic program. It includes recognition and treatment of endocrine emergencies, central nervous system disorders, the acute abdomen, anaphylaxis, alcoholism, environmental and behavioral emergencies, pediatric emergencies, and an all-program review.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    EMSM 250.

    Credits: 4
  

  • EMSM 301 - Pediatric Advanced Life Support

    This course prepares the student to recognize and treat foreign body airway obstruction and sudden cardiac arrest in infants and children using manual, mechanical, and electronic therapies. Successful completion results in certification from the American Heart Association.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    EMSM 300 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1
  

  • EMSM 302 - Pediatric Educ/Pre-Hosp Professional

    The Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals is designed to give prehospital professionals the education, skills, and confidence they need to effectively treat pediatric patients at the highest prehospital level.

    Credits: 1
  

  • EMSM 325 - System Status Management

    This course uses the United States Department of Transportation’s emergency dispatcher standard curriculum to provide the knowledge, skills, and tools to deal with the general public when rendering emergency assistance by telephone. The course also provides students with the mechanisms to direct appropriate resources to the scene of an illness or injury.

    Credits: 2
  

  • EMSM 335 - Plan and Design of Emergency Vehicles and Facilities

    This course acquaints students with the process of planning and design of emergency medical services facilities and vehicles. A study of the managerial roles in this process is emphasized, as well as design technologies, safety, and maintenance. Select facilities and EMS vehicles are studied in detail.

    Credits: 2
  

  • EMSM 340 - EMS Continuing Education and EMT-Basic Refresher

    This course provides the basic refresher and continuing education requirements for recertification as an EMT-Basic.

    Credits: 2
  

  • EMSM 350 - EMT-Paramedic Clinical Affiliation

    In this course, students are required to document successful performance of invasive skills under the supervision and direction of licensed hospital personnel. Areas of affiliation include the emergency department, the intravenous therapy team, the operating room, labor and delivery, ICU/CCU, the psychiatric unit, and pediatrics.

    Credits: 4
  

  • EMSM 374 - Fundamentals of Search and Rescue

    FUNSAR is designed to prepare the student to participate in search and rescue as a member of a search team. The course covers topics such as visual human-tracking, survival, wilderness first aid, land navigation, search tactics, tactical aspects of the Incident Command System, and lost person behavior. Successful completion of the course results in certification from the National Association for Search and Rescue.

    Credits: 2
  

  • EMSM 375 - Search and Rescue Management

    This course provides skills and materials that include decision-making practice in determining missing person detectability and survivability, and statistical and topographic analysis of lost person behavior. Successful completion results in certification from the National Association for Search and Rescue.

    Credits: 3
  

  • EMSM 386 - EMT-Paramedic Field Internship

    Students are assigned to licensed advanced life support ambulance services and work under the direction of qualified paramedic preceptors. Procedures include field endotracheal intubation, intravenous therapy, intravenous drug administration, and advanced cardiac life support care.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    EMSM 350.

    Credits: 4
  

  • EMSM 420 - EMS Management Senior Project

    This guided individual study is to be completed in the final semester of the senior year. Topics must be pertinent to one or more areas of emergency medical services and are selected with the counsel of the course instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • EMSM 486 - EMS Management Internship

    In this course, students complete supervised experience divided into two or more of the following EMS concentrations: operations management, systems implementation, regulation, legislation, and product research and development.

    Credits: 3

English
  

  • ENGL 100 - Writing Studio

    Writing studios are small support groups made up of four students that provide supplemental instruction and assistance to students who need extra help meeting the requirements of ENGL 113 and ENGL 114. Through self-assessment and writing samples, identified students enroll for one credit along with regular enrollment in ENGL 113 and ENGL 114. Grades are determined by attendance, participation, and completion of assigned work. This course can be repeated once, for a total of 2 credits.

    Credits: 1
  

  • ENGL 108 - Oral English

    This course examines the principles and techniques of informative and persuasive public speaking. Heavy emphasis is placed upon student performance.

    Credits: 2
  

  • ENGL 113 - College Writing I

    This course provides instruction in the skills of written communication, including sentence structure, paragraph building, and the organization and development of expository essays. Students are introduced to strategies for critical reading, basic research methods, and documentation of sources. Computer-based writing is integral to the course.

    Credits: 3
  

  • ENGL 114 - College Writing II

    This course continues the work of College Writing I, but focuses on more complex expository and argumentative writing, critical textual analysis, and more sophisticated research strategies. Computer-based writing is integral to the course.

    Credits: 3
  

  • ENGL 155 - Efficient Reading

    This course is aimed at increasing students’ reading efficiency by eliminating excessive eye fixations, regression, and subvocalizing.

    Credits: 1
  

  • ENGL 209 - World Literature

    This course is a study and analysis of some of the greatest pieces of literature of the Western cultural heritage. Beginning with the literature of the Greeks (the epics, plays), it includes the literary genres of Italy, England, Germany, France, and America. At least eight to ten pieces of literature (including genres in addition to those above) are required reading.

    Credits: 3
  

  • ENGL 215 - Readings in Literature

    This course includes readings which evaluate a variety of classical and contemporary pieces organized around a major theme, issue, genre, or event. The literature may be selected from any one or more writers or periods of the Eastern or Western worlds.

    Credits: 3
 

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