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MATH 220 - Calculus III
This course offers more on the techniques of differential and integral calculus,
partial differentiation, multiple integration, sequences and series, three-dimensional
vector calculus, and surface and line integrals and their applications.
Prerequisites & Notes
MATH 140-142.
Credits: 3
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MATH 222 - Calculus IV
This course offers more on the techniques of differential and integral calculus,
partial differentiation, multiple integration, sequences and series, three-dimensional
vector calculus, and surface and line integrals and their applications.
Prerequisites & Notes
MATH 220
Credits: 3
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MATH 235 - Discrete Mathematics I
This course is a keystone to understanding introductory elements and concepts of contemporary mathematics and its applications to the various fields of the modern world. Topics include set theory, elementary symbolic logic, permutations, combinations, probability, linear systems, and introductory matrix algebra with applications.
Credits: 3
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MATH 305 - Elementary Differential Equations
This course considers ordinary differential equations with applications.
Prerequisites & Notes
MATH 220
Credits: 3
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MATH 310 - Linear Algebra
This course includes the notation, terminology, algebra of, interpretation of, and applications of vectors and matrices. More abstract ideas, vector spaces, and characteristic roots are also covered.
Credits: 3
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MATH 335 - Discrete Mathematics II
This course covers basic mathematical structures that are underlying patterns
and schemes of the modern computer sciences. Topics include maps, relations, modulo
arithmetic, inductions, strings, formal languages, trees, elementary combinatorics,
recursive functions, switching circuits, graph theory, algorithms, groups, rings,
and lattices.
Prerequisites & Notes
MATH 235 or Permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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MATH 382 - Mathematics Seminar
This course addresses diverse areas of mathematics at the advanced level through problem solving and historical inquiry. Students are exposed to mathematical modeling based upon an integration of several areas of mathematics including algebra, Euclidean and non-euclidean geometry, trigonometry, discrete mathematics, differential and integral calculus, number theory, probability and statistics.
Prerequisites & Notes
Permission of Instructor.
Credits: 3
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MATH 386 - Field Experience in Mathematics and Computer Sciences
This course provides students with a practical, off-campus experience in the mathematics and computer science areas within the scope of a professional environment. Placement and selection of students for this course require the consultation and approval of a faculty supervisor from the department and the department chair.
Prerequisites & Notes
Departmental approval required.
Credits: 2-10
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MATH 405 - Mathematical Analysis
This course is an introductory analysis of mathematical concepts intended to aid
students in their transition to abstract mathematics. Topics include: topologic set
theory, the real number system as a complete ordered field, sequences and series, limits and continuity, differentiation and integration culminating in the Fundamental
Theorem of Calculus.
Prerequisites & Notes
MATH 220.
Credits: 3
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MATH 415 - Abstract Algebra
Topics in this course include group theory, unique factorization domains, elementary
number theory, rings, ideals, and introductory field theory. Categories and functions
are included, and the interrelatedness of various mathematical disciplines is
emphasized.
Prerequisites & Notes
MATH 310
Credits: 3
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MATH 488 - Topics in Mathematics and Computer Sciences
This course covers advanced and new topics in mathematical analysis and computer
sciences, with emphasis on applications, theoretical and practical, that are not
covered in other courses, but are of current interest and relevance.
Prerequisites & Notes
Permission of Instructor.
Credits: 3
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Movement and Sports Studies |
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MOST 105 - Lifespan Motor Development
This is an introductory survey course in motor and perceptual development throughout the lifespan. Upon successful completion of the course, students are able to trace the path of human perceptual-motor development and to discuss the implications of general principles of motor development for the movement and sport specialist.
Credits: 3
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MOST 224 - Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition
This course investigates principles of human performance and the acquisition of motor skills. Attention is principally devoted to learning theories, reinforcement, transfer, massed and distributed practice schedules, closed and open skills, motivation, feedback, arousal, motor control systems, and retention of motor skills. Recent research evidence is presented in all topic areas.
Prerequisites & Notes
MOST 105.
Credits: 3
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MOST 328 - Psychology of Sport
This is an introductory course designed to provide information and facilitate
understanding in regard to individual sport behavior. The emphasis is on the psychological
constructs and concepts that relate to and help explain the phenomena of sport
performance.
Credits: 3
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MOST 384 - Practicum in Movement Studies
This practicum in movement and sport studies provides students with an opportunity
to observe and assist professionals in their area of specialization. In the practicum,
the student assumes increasing responsibility for work and projects.
Prerequisites & Notes
Registration limited to students in the MOST major.
Credits: 2-12
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MOST 410 - Assessment in Movement and Sport
This course is designed to present to the student various assessment tools in the psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains used in movement science and sport. An introduction to research in movement science and sport as well as basic statistical analysis are presented. A practical experience in administering a test, including the writing of an article suitable for a research journal, is involved.
Credits: 3
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MOST 428 - Sociology of Sport
In this course, sociological concepts and theories are used to examine sport. This course is designed to acquaint students with the relationship between sport and the society in which it is embedded. A variety of issues and controversies in sport are identified and discussed.
Credits: 3
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MOST 429 - Heritage and Values of Movement and Sport
This course is designed to teach students about the cultural heritage and values of human movement and sport, from a philosophical and historical perspective. A close examination is made of important time periods of the past that affect current attitudes, understanding, knowledge, and behavior and guide students into the future.
Credits: 3
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Movement and Sports Studies Activity Courses |
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MOSK 101 - Outdoor Pursuits
This is a seven-day experience in outdoor living that allows the pursuit of outdoor activities and enhances students’ understanding and appreciation of individual differences of the social aspects of group living. Students engage in activities selected to increase environmental awareness, improve outdoor living skills, and serve as an introduction to resource-based pursuits.
Credits: 1
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MOSK 140 - Skill Themes and Movement Concepts
This course is designed to provide a framework for understanding the interaction
between movement concepts and skill themes. Participation in this course will provide
opportunities for the pre-service teacher to develop pedagogical content knowledge of the movement framework. Students will learn how movement concepts enhance, expand, and embellish skill themes.
Credits: 1
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MOSK 230 - Approaches to Dance Education
Based upon Rudolf Laban’s framework of movement analysis, this course is designed to help physical education teacher preparation majors develop skills and ability to effectively teach dance within physical education settings at the pre-K to grade 12 levels. This course expands and applies the movement concepts (Body, Effort, Space, Shape and Relationship) to teaching and creating dance, curriculum planning and development and evaluation.
Prerequisites & Notes
MOSK 140 and PHED 102.
Credits: 1
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MOST 206 - Physics for Movement Science Laboratory
This course is designed to introduce Physical Education Major students to general
principles of physics involved in movement and gross motor skills. Students will study
how fundamental gross motor skills are extensions of the principles of physics and
how this can enable students to recognize, teach and apply techniques which are common to sport and movement activities. Students will relate and apply the concepts of physics to teaching K-12 physical education and coaching various sports. This course will serve as the Lab experience for Physics 205 and will be taught by faculty from the Physics Department and the Physical Education department. The settings will include the Physics lab and sport facilities.
Credits: .5
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Movement Sciences |
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MSCI 442 - Advanced Biomechanics
Biomechanical concepts of human and related animal movements will be examined.
Applications will be drawn from normal locomotive, occupational, pathological
and sport movements. You will become familiar with determining and applying biomechanical
principles based on: a) aided and unaided observations; b) measurements taken
using commonly available equipment; and c) quantitative measurements using video
analysis and force platform.
Prerequisites & Notes
MSCI 319.
Credits: 3
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Music |
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MUSC 101 - Basic Musicianship
This is an introductory course intended to develop fundamental knowledge of musical
elements and skills. Students in this course develop music reading and beginning
compositional skills through the study of rhythmic exercises, ear training, basic
theory, analysis and composition.
Credits: 3
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MUSC 102 - Music Theory I
Students in this course develop skills in musical composition, related solfege,
and related dictation. Notation, interval and chord construction, and harmonic
rhythm are studied.
Prerequisites & Notes
MUSC 101
Credits: 3
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MUSC 103 - Music Theory II
This course is a continuation of MUSC 102. Modulation, dominant seventh chords,
secondary dominants, ninth, eleventh, and thirteenth chords, melodic structure,
and a musical texture are studied. Students continue the development of skills
in composition, solfege, and dictation.
Prerequisites & Notes
MUSC 102
Credits: 3
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MUSC 108 - Music Appreciation
This is an introduction to music from the Baroque to contemporary styles.
Credits: 3
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MUSC 112 - Springfield College Singers
The mixed chorus performs varied styles of music. Major performances include holiday season and spring tour shows. Membership is open to all students who are able to meet the standards set by the group.
Prerequisites & Notes
This course may be repeated up to a maximum of 4 semester hours.
Credits: 1
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MUSC 113 - Springfield College Band
This course emphasizes the study and performance of transcriptions and original jazz compositions. Major performances include the holiday and spring concerts. The Springfield College Stage Band is open to all instrumentalists who are able to meet the standards set by the group.
Prerequisites & Notes
This course may be repeated up to a maximum of 4 semester hours.
Credits: 1
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MUSC 114 - Springfield College Pep Band
The Springfield College Pep Band performs at varsity sporting events, which include all home football and basketball games. Membership is open to all instrumentalists who are able to meet the standards set by the group.
Prerequisites & Notes
This course may be repeated up to a maximum of 4 semester hours.
Credits: 1
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MUSC 115 - Chamber Music Workshop
This workshop/ensemble emphasizes rehearsal and performance of music arranged for a classical chamber music format. Enrollment is open to all instrumentalists with basic reading and playing skills. Instrumentation and size of groups vary according to the instrumentalists available. Participants are coached on a stylistic approach, instrumental technique, and working effectively as an ensemble. Performances include the Springfield College Annual Music Concert, as well as a variety of other performances both on and off campus.
Prerequisites & Notes
This course may be repeated up to a maximum of 4 semester hours.
Credits: 1
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MUSC 120 - Basic Piano
This course is designed for students with no prior keyboard experience. Emphasis is on developing functional skills at the keyboard and the ability to interpret musical notation for the piano.
Credits: 1
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MUSC 121 - Basic Guitar
This course is designed for students with no prior guitar experience. Emphasis is on developing functional skills on the guitar and the ability to interpret musical notation for the guitar. Instrument rentals are available.
Credits: 1
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MUSC 130 - Applied Music I
Individual voice or instrument study with an approved private instructor is pursued by each student. Four semesters of study are required for music minors. The course is open to non-music minors who meet the minimum entrance standards. The course may be repeated for credit to a maximum of 8 semester hours.
Prerequisites & Notes
Lab fee required. See Fiscal Facts.
Credits: 1
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MUSC 131 - Applied Music II
Individual voice or instrument study with an approved private instructor is pursued by students who are already enrolled in MUSC 130 and who wish to study music skills in a second area. This course is pursued at the same time as MUSC 130 and, with the music department’s permission, may also be repeated for credit to a maximum of 8 semester hours.
Prerequisites & Notes
Lab fee required. See Fiscal Facts.
Credits: 1
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MUSC 133 - Music Technology
This course is an introduction to current music and audio technology tools for personal computers. This course provides an overview of computer music, audio tools, and terminology including MIDI, synthesis, sequencing, scoring, and direct-to-disk audio recording. Classes involve discussion of practical applications for this technology in multimedia productions such as video, CD-ROM, computer animation, and live performance, culminating in the preparation of recorded musical projects using a computer and synthesizer.
Prerequisites & Notes
MUSC 101, CISC 105, or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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MUSC 136 - American Popular Music
This course explores the popular music of America, considering the influence of Native American, African American, Latino and European cultures and the resulting American musical styles such as Folk, Country, Blues, Zydeco, Cajun, Dixieland, Jazz, Salsa, Stage Musicals, Rhythm and Blues, Rock and Hip Hop. It is designed for individuals who are interested in understanding the cross-currents and history of American Popular music and its influence in helping to shape the cultural identity of America.
Credits: 3
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MUSC 140 - Eclectic Music with Children
This course introduces students to preschool, early childhood, and elementary music. Emphasis is placed on experiential discovery through movement, imagery, and vocal/instrumental activities to be found in the child’s musical environment.
Prerequisites & Notes
MUSC 101 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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MUSC 141 - Eclectic Music with Special Populations
This course introduces students to the use of music in recreation, leisure, rehabilitation, and therapeutic settings. Emphasis is placed upon experiencing procedures and materials to be used in prescriptive activities.
Prerequisites & Notes
MUSC 101 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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MUSC 150 - World Music
Music symbolizes a culture’s way of life - for many people, music is a way of life. This will be a survey of music and culture including Latin America, West and South
Africa, Native North America, India, Japan, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East. Through a wide range of selected case studies, students will develop strategies for
understanding and listening to all kinds of music. As a final project, students will carry out cultural fieldwork as a way to connect their learning to their own musical world.
Credits: 3
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MUSC 332 - Music as a Form of Social Protest
This course surveys the music of those musicians who have been influential in focusing public attention on particular social causes. Students experience music through literature (books, journals, etc.), recording, and video.
Credits: 3
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Nutritional Science |
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NUSC 101 - Introduction to Nutritional Sciences
This course is designed to proide an introduction to careers in Nutritional Sciences, but not in dietics. Students will be exposed to career options and will learn about the non-dietics track nutritional sciences program at Springfield College.
Credits: 1
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NUSC 250 - Nutritional Assessment
This course is designed to expose students to assessment techniques used in nutritional sciences. Using both lecture and lab settings, students will gain experience in using nutrition analysis software, taking nutrition history, taking anthropometric measurements, and in biochemical assessment techniques used in nutritional sciences.
Prerequisites & Notes
HLTH 261
Credits: 3
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NUSC 300 - Advanced Nutrition and Metabolism
This advanced nutrition course, designed for students in the Nutritional Sciences major only, will expand upon material in Introduction to Nutrition (HLTH 261). Specific focus willbe on the roles of micro and macronutrients in metabolic pathways, responses to feeding and fasting, and disordered metabolism.
Prerequisites & Notes
NUSC majors only, HLTH 261
Credits: 3
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NUSC 310 - Principles of Food Science
This introductory course will provide a broad background of food science including topics of food chemistry, food processing, food microbiology, food safety, food toxicology, biotechnology with food, and food product development.
Prerequisites & Notes
NUSC majors, HLTH 261
Credits: 3
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NUSC 320 - Community Nutrition
This course is deigned to expose students to the sociological, political, and financial aspects of nutrition promotion within the community. Food security and public nutriitonal support systems locally and nationally will be covered.
Prerequisites & Notes
NUSC majors only, HLTH 261
Credits: 3
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NUSC 330 - Food Service Management
Managing and leading food service or clinical organizations is explored. Students will learn skills related to human resources, menu planning, staffing, and leadership in the context of providing high-quality products to customers.
Prerequisites & Notes
NUSC majors only, HLTH 261
Credits: 3
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NUSC 340 - Nutrition and Culture
In this course students will learn about food culture in societies across the world. A specific focus will be placed on traditional methods of food preparation and consumption in daily life and during times of celebration. Dietary patterns will be compared between societies.
Prerequisites & Notes
NUSC 300 or HLTH 261
Credits: 3
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NUSC 410 - Nutrition and Human Development
Nutritional needs and changes in metabolism throughout the lifecycle will be studied. Life stages including pregnancy and lactation, infancy, adolesence, adulthood, and older age will be included. The cultural and psychological influences on food will be discussed. Course will be offered online only.
Prerequisites & Notes
NUSC majors only, HLTH 261
Credits: 3
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NUSC 450 - Nutrition Fieldwork
Students will spend approximately 250 hours in an approved setting of their choice within the field of nutritional sciences. Students will shadow professionals and gain practical experience in the fields of public/community health, food industry, health care and research. All 300 level NUSC courses must be completed prior to enrolling in this course.
Prerequisites & Notes
NUSC majors only, NUSC 250, NUSC 300, NUSC 310 or NUSC 320, NUSC 330, NUSC 340
Credits: 3
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NUSC 490 - Senior Thesis in Nutrition
In groups of two, students will have the option to either 1) design a nutrition-related study, obtain IRB approval, conduct the study, or to 2) complete a comprehansive review of literature on a nutrition-related topic. All students will present results in either poster or oral format.
Prerequisites & Notes
NUSC majors only, NUSC 250, NUSC 300, NUSC 310 or NUSC 320
Credits: 3
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OCTH 100 - Occupational Therapy Seminar I: Essentials for Academic and Professional Success
This course assists the student’s transition into college academic and social life and introduces beginning professional skills. Topics include setting goals,time management, critical thinking, test-taking strategies, and requirements for occupational therapy education and entry level skills. Students engage in small group discussion and active learning in and outside the classroom to advance knowledge, skills and behavior in a supportive setting.
Prerequisites & Notes
HSOT majors.
Credits: 1
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OCTH 101 - Survey of Occupational Therapy
This course provides an opportunity to survey basic concepts, theories, settings, and practices of occupational therapy. The values of occupational therapy performance and activity in prevention, treatment, and health maintenance are addressed. Roles and responsibilities encountered by current occupational therapists are explored.
Credits: 3
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OCTH 284 - Occupational Therapy Practicum & Seminar II: Introduction to the OT Clinic
This course is a clinical experiential course (90 hours) run simultaneously with a weekly seminar. Students spend time in an occupational therapy setting in the community, observing evaluations, treatment and therapist-client interactions. The accompanying seminar offers an arena to share and discuss observations, clinical reasoning, and supervision issues. Students may take this course more than once.
Prerequisites & Notes
OCTH 101 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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OCTH 335 - OT Client Contexts in Service Learning
Context-based evaluation, resources and techniques for planning and modifying a variety of environments are reviewed. Students engage in hands-on experiences in planning and adopting home, leisure or work environments for community members with disabilities.
Credits: 1
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OCTH 384 - OT Practicum and Seminar III: OT Practice Framework
This course combines 90 hours of clinical experience with a weekly seminar. Students spend time in an occupational therapy setting in the community, observing evaluations, treatment and therapist-client interactions. The accompanying seminar focuses on the OT Practice Framework and offers an arena to share and discuss observations, clinical reasoning, and supervision issues. Students may take this course more than once for a total of six (6) credits.
Prerequisites & Notes
OCTH 101 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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OCTH 503 - Professional Seminar I
Students in this seminar/practicum explore their understanding of themselves, the illness/disability experience and the contexts of occupational therapy practice. Through exploration of the therapeutic use of self, reflective exercises and observational experiences in area clinics, students and faculty collaborate to examin the dynamics of professional caregiving. Professional ethics, standards of practice, and interpersonal skills are practiced and discussed during weekly seminar.
Prerequisites & Notes
Major in occupational therapy or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 2
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OCTH 505 - Group Process
This course, including a laboratory experience, focuses on understanding the process of group dynamics, recognizing various types of verbal interactions among group participants, and learning appropriate techniques and interventions to promote insight and improved interpersonal interaction skills.
Prerequisites & Notes
OCTH 401.
Credits: 1
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OCTH 506 - Group Process Lab
Lab component of OCTH 405.
Credits: 0
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OCTH 512 - Neuroscience and Occupation I
This course presents the neurological foundations of human performance, behavior, and emotion through lecture and laboratory formats. Students engage in collaborative analysis of clinical examples to better understand the structure, function, and development of the nervous system and its influence on functional tasks throughout the lifespan.
Prerequisites & Notes
Occupational therapy major.
Credits: 3
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OCTH 513 - Neuroscience and Occupation II
This seminar is a continuation of OCTH 412 in which students engage in collaborative analysis of neurological disorders and begin to practice assessment procedures related to the function of the nervous system. Topics discussed relate to concurrent courses in the occupational therapy curriculum, with a focus on occupational performance throughout the lifespan. Cases studied are drawn from prior fieldwork, concurrent occupational therapy courses, texts, videos, and computer software.
Prerequisites & Notes
OCTH 412.
Credits: 1
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OCTH 514 - Neuroscience and Occupation I Lab
Lab component of OCTH 412.
Credits: 0
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OCTH 520 - Performance, Dysfunction, and Occupational Therapy Adaptation in Infancy
This course presents the theory and scope of practice in occupational therapy for the prenatal through school-age period. Human performance is emphasized and related to normal and dysfunctional processes affecting growth, development, self care, play and leisure, and family functioning. Techniques for occupational therapy assessment and intervention in sensory, perceptual, motor, cognitive, emotional, and social skill development are studied.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHTH 308 and OCTH 412, or permission of Instructor.
Credits: 3
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OCTH 521 - Performance, Dysfunction, and Occupational Therapy Adaptation in Childhood
Through the study of human performance from preschool through school age, this course emphasizes normal and dysfunctional processes affecting growth and development, learning, self care, play and leisure, and family functioning. Techniques for assessment and intervention in sensory, perceptual, motor, cognitive, emotional, and social skill development are emphasized and practiced in laboratory experiences, with particular attention to skills needed in the school system.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHTH 308 and OCTH 412, or permission of Instructor. Corequisite: OCTH 420
Credits: 4
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OCTH 523 - Performance, Dysfunction, and Occupational Therapy Adaptation in Childhood Lab
Lab component of OCTH 421.
Credits: 0
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OCTH 525 - Development, Dysfunction, and Occupational Therapy Adaptation in Adolescents
This course involves the study of human performance from school age through young adulthood, emphasizing normal and dysfunctional processes which may affect growth and development, learning, self-care, leisure, peer relations, and family functioning. Various theories and occupational therapy frames of reference are utilized in understanding the life tasks of adolescents. Intervention strategies are covered and practiced in a one-hour weekly lab.
Prerequisites & Notes
OCTH 401.
Credits: 3
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OCTH 527 - Development, Dysfunction, and Occupational Therapy Adaptation in Adolescents Lab
Lab component of OCTH 425.
Credits: 0
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OCTH 550 - Occupational Therapy Management
Occupational Therapy Management
Credits: 3
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OCTH 582 - Graduate Seminar
Graduate Seminar
Credits: 3
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OCTH 583 - Seminar for Clinical Reasoning
Students in this seminar explore the relationship between clients’ occupational roles and dysfunctions in light of theoretical frames of reference. Through peer discussion students develop an appreciation of others’ experiences and greater confidence for assuming professional roles. Occupational therapy majors with extensive OT clinical experience may apply to substitute this course for OCTH 484/584.
Prerequisites & Notes
Permission of instructor and OTRC.
Credits: 1
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OCTH 584 - Clinical Education I and Professional Seminar II
This course is a combination of a supervised field experience in one or more health care setting where occupational therapy is practiced, and a series of seminars. It provides experiences in beginning occupational therapy clinical skills of evaluation, observation, treatment planning, implementation, and clinical reasoning. Students may take this course more than once.
Prerequisites & Notes
OCTH 401 and OCTH 303.
Credits: 3
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OCTH 585 - Individualized Fieldwork in Occupational Therapy
This course provides additional Level I fieldwork to explore particular clinical interests or to address specific performance issues identified in OCTH 484. The student and an occupational therapy faculty member develop specific objectives for an individualized clinical experience which includes regular supervision with a faculty member and a clinical supervisor, with readings, special projects, written assignments, and/or presentations.
Prerequisites & Notes
OCTH 484 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 1-6
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OCTH 592 - Individual Study in Occupational Therapy
This course provides occupational therapy students with the opportunity to engage in individualized study with an occupational therapy faculty member. The student may explore particular academic or professional interests, beyond or within the requirement of the occupational therapy curriculum. The learning experience may include independent reading or writing on a topic related to the field. This course may be taken more than once.
Prerequisites & Notes
Occupational therapy major or permission of instructor.
Credits: 1-4
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OCTH 612 - Research Project Design
Students prepare a written plan for a personal ‘program of research’ leading to a portfolio of scholarly work that will begin in this course and be completed in OCTH 626 Research Project over the next year. Course activities and assignments will demonstrate students’ emerging understanding of and competence in applying research knowledge and skills within the practice of occupational therapy.
Credits: 2
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OCTH 620 - Research in Occupational Theory Practice
Using a case-based approach, students in this course gain experience in searching
for, summarizing, and analyzing the literature underlying the evaluation and
treatment of individuals with specific conditions and needs. Students observe
experienced clinicians working with clients in that area and then work in small
groups
to analyze and interpret field notes to compare observed practice guidelines
supported by evidence.
Credits: 2
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OCTH 626 - OT Research Project
Students plan, organize, and implement apersonal plan of scholarly activity under the supervision of an Occupational Therapy faculy member. Projects are submitted and presented in an approved form for retention by the Occupational Therapy Department. Students must successfully complete a minimum of 3 semester hours of OT Research Projects credits to fulfill the project requirements for the Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy.
Credits: 1-3
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OCTH 631 - Occupation, Dysfunction, and Adaptation in Adults I
Occupation, Dysfunction, and Adaptation in Adults I
Credits: 3
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OCTH 632 - Occupation, Dysfunction, and Adaptation in Adults II
Occupation, Dysfunction, and Adaptation in Adults II
Credits: 3
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OCTH 633 - Occupation, Dysfunction, and Adaptation in Adults III
Occupation, Dysfunction, and Adaptation in Adults III
Credits: 4
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OCTH 634 - Occupation, Dysfunction, and Adaptation in Adults IV
Occupation, Dysfunction, and Adaptation in Adults IV
Credits: 4
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OCTH 635 - Development and OT Adaptation for the Older Adult
Development and OT Adaptation for the Older Adult
Credits: 3
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OCTH 641 - Occupation, Dysfunction, and Adaptation in Adults I Lab
Lab component of OCTH 531.
Credits: 0
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OCTH 642 - Occupation, Dysfunction, and Adaptation in Adults II Lab
Lab component of OCTH 532.
Credits: 0
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OCTH 643 - Occupation, Dysfunction, and Adaptation in Adults III Lab
Lab component of OCTH 533.
Credits: 0
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OCTH 644 - Occupation, Dysfunction, and Adaptation in Adults IV Lab
Lab component of OCTH 534.
Credits: 0
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OCTH 683 - Professional Seminar III
Students participate in a seminar designed to assist in the transition from the OT academic setting to full-time fieldwork. Students review AOTA and Springfield College O.T. department fieldwork policies and procedures, complete or update required training in clinical procedures (e.g. HIPAA, Universal Precautions, background checks), and discuss conceptual foundations of fieldwork education, problem solving strategies, and the student evaluation process.
Credits: 1
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OCTH 684 - Clinical Education II
Students particpate in an intensive full-time twelve-week (or the equivalent) field experience in an occupational therapy practice setting, supervised by a qualified, licensed occupational therapist. Students have the opportunity to master entry-level clinical skills of evaluation, treatment planning,, implementation and documentation. In these settings, students practice the application of occupational performance theories and clinical reasoning with a caseload of clients.
Credits: 9
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OCTH 685 - Clinical Education III
Students particpate in a second intensive full-time twelve-week (or the equivalent) field experience in a different occupational therapy practice setting, supervised by a qualified, licensed occupational therapist. Students have the opportunity to master entry-level clinical skills of evaluation, treatment planning,, implementation and documentation. In these settings, students practice the application of occupational performance theories and clinical reasoning with a caseload of clients.
Credits: 9
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OCTH 686 - Specialty Clinical Education
Specialty Clinical Education
Credits: 0
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OTCH 687 - Professional Seminar IV
Students participate in a seminar designed to assist in the transition from fieldwork to career. Students discuss fieldwork successes and challenges and how that has and will influence their career goals and strategies. Students learn about and prepare for national certification, state licensure, and other policies and procedures related to entering the profession.
Credits: 1
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OCTH 515 - Functional Movement in Occupations
Students develop knowledge and skills in observing, evaluating, and describing posture, balance, alignment and movement during peerformance of functional activities. Students apply principles of kinesiology, biomechanics and motor learning to problems of functional movement. Skills introduced include range of motion, manual muscle testing, splinting and methods of adapting tools, materials and environments.
Credits: 3
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PHIL 103 - Conflict of Ideals
This course explores the major philosophical thinkers and value systems that have influenced twentieth century thought. Students are encouraged to explore and expand their own value systems using the tools of philosophical inquiry.
Credits: 3
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PHIL 105 - Introduction to Philosophy
This course studies representative thinkers in the major areas of philosophy, with emphasis on how philosophical ideas and methodologies can help us understand the contemporary world and our everyday lives.
Credits: 3
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PHIL 106 - Ethics
This course applies the study of ethical theories, value systems, and models of power
and oppression to everyday life, community concerns, workplace practices and global
issues for the purpose of promoting social justice and the Humanics phiolosphy of
“leadership in service to humanity.”
Credits: 3
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PHIL 108 - Logic
This course introduces students to the basics of critical thinking in the context of everyday discourse, including the structure of argument, major types of argument, criteria for evaluation of argument, common fallacies of reasoning, and the mechanics of writing an argumentative essay.
Credits: 3
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PHIL 222 - Africana Philosophy
This course explores African and African-American cultures and philosophies, including such topics as human nature; mind, body, and personhood; politics and society; ethics, law, and crime; knowledge and truth; colonialism and postcolonialism; race and racism; gender; and slavery.
Credits: 3
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PHIL 288 - Special Topics in Philosophy
Responding to changing currents in the field of philosophy, this course explores a topic of contemporary relevance.
Credits: 3
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PHIL 380 - Existentialism
The course is an examination of those philosophers who stand within the existentialist tradition. It explores such subjects as objective and existential truth, inauthentic and authentic existence, death, and freedom.
Credits: 3
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HLTH 360 - Violence Prevention and Psychosocial Health
This course will focus on the implications and the critical importance of the emotional and social health dimensions as they apply to total health status, and the field of health education. This course also provides access to core knowledge related to promoting school safety, prveneting school violence, and responding to school crisis. The coourse offers a foundation for both scholarship and practive regarding implementing effective prevention and intervention programs to prevent school violence and promote safe and effective schools.
Credits: 3
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