One and Two Credit Free Elective Courses for a CS Major
Fall 2008
These courses will count as free electives for any CS major. Most have no pre-requisite.
AGEC 202 Spreadsheet Use in Agricultural Business (1 credit)
Use of computer spreadsheets in business and financial analysis. Students gain capability to use financial, statistical, and logical spreadsheet functions and a wide variety of other spreadsheet capabilities. Accounting, finance, and management principles are put into practice in a spreadsheet environment.
AGRY 251 Introduction to Soils (1 credit)
Characteristics of soils and associated landscapes; soil genesis and classification; relation of soils to land use; soil management relative to erosion, tillage, drainage, moisture supply, and aeration. Credit cannot be given in both AGRY 251 and AGRY 255/NRES 255 or AGRY 270. Course meets during weeks 1-6.
AGRY 355 Soil Morphology and Geography (2 credits)
This course features field experience in advanced techniques in soil morphology including the study of the relationship of soils to landscaped, common parent materials of Midwest and classification of soils in the Soil Taxonomy. Course material emphasizes the development of detailed descriptions of soil properties and how these properties directly impact the interpretations and recommendations for land use options. Use and management of soils based on landscape position and morphology will be covered including on-site waste disposal, homes with basements as well as road and street construction. Collegiate soil judging is a portion of the subject matter discussed. Requires class trips. Students will pay individual lodging or meal expenses when necessary.
AGRY 548 Remote Sensing Seminar (2 credits)
Weekly seminar, with invited speakers, focusing on current research and applications of remote sensing science and technology. Conducted as a video teleconference seminar with participation by multiple universities and government. Required oral presentation by all students at the end of the semester.
ANSC 245 Applied Animal Management (2 credits)
Skills and practices related to handling and care of beef and dairy cattle, horses, poultry, sheep, and swine.
AT 231 Human Factors for Flight (2 credits)
An overview of physiological and psychological factors affecting the decision-making process for pilots are presented.
CHM 500 Glass Working (1 credit)
Fundamental techniques in making apparatus.
DANC 101, 102, 103, 130, 135 Various Titles in Dance (2 credits)
ENTM 110 Spider Biology (1 credit)
Intended for anyone with an interest in the fascinating world of spiders. Basic biology, identification, and ecology of this extremely successful and widespread group of arthropods.
ENTM 111 Insects in Prose & Poetry (1 credit)
Intended for anyone with an interest in insects and related arthropods as they appear in written materials.
ENTM 206 General Entomology (2 credits)
A general course on insect structure, function, biology, ecology and population management. Coordinated with the ENTM 207 laboratory as an introductory course in entomology.
ENTM 295T Forensic Entomology And Taphonomy (2 credits)
(no description available)
EPCS 101-402 EPICS Projects (1 or 2 credits)
FNR 242 Laboratory In Ecology And Systematics Of Fishes And Mammals (1 credit)
Basic anatomy, classification, and identification of fishes and mammals. Identification deals with representative species from selected phylogenetic and geographic groupings in North America.
Pre-requisite: BIOL 110
FNR 434 Tree Physiology (2 credits)
Study of physiology of growth and development of forest trees and woody ornamentals. Emphasis on the structure and function of trees and their physiological response to environmental factors. Course meets during weeks 6-10.
FNR 598Z Aquatic Animal Health (2 credits)
(no description available)
FS 330 Culinary Arts for the Food Scientist (2 credits)
Course bridges the gap between culinary arts and product development. It includes real-world case studies of science-based food product development by industry specialists on commercial development. In addition there are hands-on applications of textbook culinary arts topics under the direct supervision of the specialists.
FS 361 Food Plant Sanitation (1 credit)
Relation of food-plant sanitation to good manufacturing practices and regulations affecting sanitation; organization of a food-plant sanitation program; sanitary building and equipment construction; selection of cleaning, sanitizing, and pesticidal compounds; water, air, and waste treatment; food storage and transportation. Course meets during weeks 1-5.
GS 294 Reading Efficiency (1 or 2 credits)
To enable each student to read with greater efficiency and flexibility. Rate and comprehension are measured in a variety of materials. Appropriate motor skill strategies are practiced in both the classroom and computer laboratory.
GS 490B Vocabulary Excellence (1 credit)
Vocabulary is the single most important indicator of intelligence. That's why vocabulary is frequently used as a diagnostic for college entrance or job interviews. You'll learn key words fundamental to understanding concepts in several content areas including Biology, Mathematics, Social Sciences and Business.
C S 290M - Service Learning Outreach (1 credit)
Consent of Instructor Required.
Meets with C S 390M (1credit)
HK 280 Basic First Aid & CPR (2 credits)
First aid principles, procedures, and skills, including first aid emergency care and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Emphasis is placed on practical application by the average person in everyday living.
HORT 417 Organic Production in Horticulture (1 credit)
An introduction to and overview of organic production practices in horticulture crops. Topics will include: organic certification, soil management, fertilization, pest management, marketing, and variations on organic approaches with emphasis on fruits, vegetables and ornamental crops. Course meets during weeks 1-5.
HSCI 131 Medical Terminology (1 credit)
This self-paced learning course is designed to familiarize the student with terms used in medicine. Each body system will be studied individually. Word roots, prefixes, and suffixes will be used to build words relating to the system. Diagnostic and symptomatic terms will be introduced.
IT 226 Biotechnology Laboratory I (1 credit)
Focuses on nucleic acid manipulation. Modules include, making a eukaryotic library, identifying clones, sub-cloning into a bacterial expression vector and verification of the clone's identity by restriction analysis and DNA sequencing. Basic laboratory techniques (solution making, buffer preparation, good safety techniques), sterile technique and compliance procedures.
L A 150 Preservation Issues
An introduction to the preservation movement in the United States, focusing on the chronology of developments and organizational structure of the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors at the federal, state, and local levels. Course meets during weeks 1-5.
L A 150 Building Preservation
Identification of architectural styles, the language of preservation, preparation of a national register application, tax credits and tax incentives for historic preservation will be covered. The student is to develop a working knowledge of the Secretary of Interior Historic Preservation Guidelines. Course meets during weeks 6-10.
L A 150 Community Preservation
Downtown revitalization using historic preservation as an economic development strategy will be presented. The unit focuses on the roles of the National Main Street Center, Indiana Main Street Center, federal, state, and local legislative initiatives and local historic districts, guidelines, and local historic review boards. Course meets during weeks 11-15.
PES 111 Lifetime Fitness (2 credits)
Provides students opportunities to assess levels of physical fitness, develop an exercise plan, and experience activities designed to improve cardiovascular condition, strength, and flexibility. Presents current findings and provides laboratory experiences regarding techniques of initiation, maintaining, and evaluating personal fitness. For non-H&K majors only.
PES 112-118 Swimming, Exercise to Music, Weight Training, Bowling, Advanced Bowling, Golf, Tennis, Horseback Riding (1 credit)
PHYS 290M Service Learning Outreach (1-3 credits)
THTR 160 Introduction to Scene Design and Technology (2 credits)
This course is designed to introduce the students to the process and tools of scene design and technology.
THTR 161 Introduction to Costume Design and Technology (2 credits)
Introduction to analytical, artistic, and practical skills required when creating costumes for theatre. Beginning training in elements and principles of design, rendering and presentation skills. Elementary instruction in costume construction, including hand and machine sewing, costume crafts, and basic patterning.
THTR 162 Introduction to Light Design and Technology (2 credits)
A course that introduces the student to the basic equipment and design process of stage lighting design.
THTR 163 Introduction to Sound Design and Technology (2 credits)
Introduction to theatre sound design and technology for general theatre students. Involvement in Division of Theatre production program.
THTR 164 Introduction to Theatre Organization and Management (2 credits)
A theoretical study of performing arts management and backstage operations from audition through performance. Techniques of scheduling, production management, stage management, technical direction, house management, safety issues, and emergency procedures.