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CSC (Computer Science)
  

  • CSC 481 - Systems Analysis (COM)

    Credits: 3
    Systems analysis covers concepts, skills, methodologies, techniques, tools and perspectives essential for systems analysts to successfully design information systems. Topics include requirements specifications, object-oriented analysis and design using the unified modeling language and project management.


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  • CSC 484 - Database Management Systems (COM)

    Credits: 3
    The study of formalized database design. This course will focus on relational model design and the use of SQL. Students will use a modern relational database to implement designs and learn the basics of data management. Prerequisites: CSC 300 .


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  • CSC 485 - Software Engineering II

    Credits: 3
    The course is designed to illustrate the principles discussed in CSC 470. The students will be team leaders on a project that involves the system analysis, design, integration, testing, and maintenance of a large, real world software system. The students will also document the process of the real world software development. Prerequisites: CSC 470 .


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  • CSC 487-587 - Network Security

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to cryptography and its application to network and operating system security: security threats, applications of cryptography, secret key and public key cryptographic algorithms, hash functions, basic number theory, authentication, and security for electronic mail. Prerequisites: “C” or better in CSC 300 .


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  • CSC 491 - Independent Study (COM)

    Credits: 1-3
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.


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  • CSC 492-592 - Topics (COM)

    Credits: 1-5
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.


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  • CSC 494 - Internship (COM)

    Credits: 1-8
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.


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  • CSC 498 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship (COM)

    Credits: 1-6
    Includes Senior Project and Capstone Experience. Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.


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CSS (Computational Science and Statistics)
  
  
  

CTE (Career and Technical Education)
  

  • CTE 189 - Technical Specialty:

    Credits: 1-32
    (Name of technical program.) Granted to students who have: 1. successfully completed approved coursework related to a Technical Specialty from a vocational technical institute or school; 2. documentation of a chronological history of relevant occupational work experience leading to identifiable competencies completed in a Technical Specialty approved by granting institution; 3. successfully passed an occupational competency evaluation, such as: National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) exam for a specific Technical Specialty; and 4. validated military experiences that are related to a technical specialty.


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  • CTE 492 - Topics (COM)

    Credits: 1-3
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.


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DANC (Dance)
  

  • DANC 130 - Dance Fundamentals

    Credits: 1
    Basic skills course required of all physical education and public recreation majors. Includes analysis, skill development, and leadership of round, folk, square and social dances, traditional and contemporary.


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  • DANC 131 - Movement 1

    Credits: 2
    Movement and dance theory as it relates to the body as an instrument of expression and communication.


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  • DANC 135 - Dance Activities

    Credits: 1
    Credit earned by active participation in academic sponsored dance performance activities. Prerequisites: Consent. Notes: May be repeated for up to 8 credits.


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  • DANC 230 - Technique 1

    Credits: 2
    Technical dance training in basic structures of Classical Ballet and Jazz.


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  • DANC 231 - Technique 2

    Credits: 2
    Technical dance training in basic structures of Modern and Tap dance.


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  • DANC 240 - Multicultural Dance Activities

    Credits: 1
    Folk dances from around the world, including cultural background, costumes, skill differences for elementary, middle and high school, or adults.


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  • DANC 241-241L - Creative Movement for Children and Lab

    Credits: 2
    Theory and laboratory class which studies how creative movement activities meet special needs of children. Emphasis is on a problem-solving approach. Consideration is given to developmental stages of children, basic elements of dance, creative movement, games, rhythms and manipulatives, plus teaching methods, structuring and presenting lessons. Corequisites: DANC 241L-241.


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  • DANC 330 - Technique 3

    Credits: 2
    Technical dance training in intermediate and advanced structures of Classical Ballet and Jazz. Prerequisites: DANC 230  or instructor consent.


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  • DANC 331 - Technique 4

    Credits: 2
    Technical dance training in intermediate and advanced structures of Modern and Tap Dance. Prerequisites: DANC 231  or instructor consent.


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  • DANC 420 - Techniques of Teaching Dance

    Credits: 2
    Theory and practice of teaching the various dance forms: social, square, folk, modern, rhythmic games, creative dance for children. Experience in lesson planning. Unit and general curriculum requirements K-12. Prerequisites: DANC 130  and DANC 240 .


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  • DANC 491 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1-3
    Includes Directed Study, Problems, Readings, Directed Readings, Special Problems, and Special Projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisites: Consent.


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DS (Dairy Science)
  

  • DS 119 - First Year Seminar – Dairy and Food Science

    Credits: 2
    First-year seminar course designed to introduce students to academic success strategies including the development of critical thinking and study skills, identification of campus resources, guidance in academic planning and engagement, time management and goal setting. Students will also investigate wellness topics, contemporary issues, diversity, and the land-grant mission of SDSU. In addition, this course is designed to expose students to the discipline-specific careers and their role in society. Notes: Fall only.


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  • DS 130-130L - Introduction to Dairy Science and Lab

    Credits: 3
    Essentials of successful dairy farm operation, production testing, feeding, and management of dairy herd. Composition of milk; testing of milk for milk fat, milk solids and quality; and an examination of nutritive value of dairy products.  Corequisites: DS 130L-130. Notes: Fall and Spring.


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  • DS 202 - Dairy Products Judging

    Credits: 1
    Introduction to sensory analysis of dairy products. Notes: Fall.


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  • DS 231 - Dairy Foods

    Credits: 3
    Survey of the dairy processing industry. Principles of processing and manufacturing dairy foods including quality standards and nutritive quality. For non-dairy manufacturing majors only. Notes: Fall.


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  • DS 301-301L - Dairy Microbiology and Lab

    Credits: 4
    Microbiological aspects related to production and processing of milk for human use, including role of regulatory agencies, quality standards and HACCP principles. Prerequisites: MICR 231-231L  or MICR 233-233L . Corequisites: DS 301L-301. Notes: Odd Spring.


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  • DS 311 - Dairy Cattle Judging

    Credits: 2
    Judging major breeds of dairy cattle. Developing logical decisions and defending through oral communication. Type classification. May include participation in regional dairy cattle or national collegiate cattle judging contests. Notes: Fall.


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  • DS 312-312L - Dairy Cattle Breeding and Evaluation and Lab

    Credits: 4
    Evaluation, selection, and breeding of dairy cattle based on pedigrees, genotypes, production records, type classification, and sire analysis. Discussion and practice of the fundamental aspects of evaluation based on records and type. Practice decision making and developing genetic management plans for individual cows and a dairy herd.  Discussion of major dairy breeds including their predominant characteristics and specific aspects of breeding management.  Discussion of reproductive technologies used to transfer and improve dairy cattle genetics. Corequisites: DS 312L-312. Notes: Spring.


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  • DS 314 - Dairy Farm Evaluation

    Credits: 1
    Examination of the performance and management of milking operations, feeding protocols, reproduction, herd health, facilities, heifer-raising, and financial records of dairy farms. Evaluations will include written reports and oral presentations on a herd’s challenges and opportunities for optimization. Students may have opportunities to participate in regional or national Dairy Challenge competitions. Notes: Spring.


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  • DS 322-322L - Dairy Product Processing II and Lab

    Credits: 5
    Principles and practices of producing frozen dairy desserts, butter, concentrated milks, and dried milk products. Prerequisites: DS 130 ; and MICR 231-231L  or MICR 233-233L . Corequisites: DS 322L-322. Notes: Even Spring.


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  • DS 400-400L/500-500L - Dairy Chemistry and Analysis and Lab

    Credits: 5
    An examination of the physical and chemical properties of milk constituents and their effects on processing, testing, and nutritive value of milk and its’ products.  The role of intentional or accidental additives including impacts, effects and significance. An examination of laboratory protocols utilized in compositional analysis of milk and milk derived products as they relate to procurement, process control and regulatory compliance. Prerequisites: DS 130 ; CHEM 106  or CHEM 112 ; CHEM 108  (or concurrent). Corequisites: DS 400L-400/500L-500. Notes: Fall.


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  • DS 401 - Advanced Dairy Products Judging

    Credits: 1-2
    Advanced sensory analysis of dairy products.  Includes participation for alternate team members in the regional collegiate dairy products evaluation contest. Team members who participate in both the regional and national contests take course for 2 credits. Maximum of 3 credits. Prerequisites: DS 202 . Notes: Spring.


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  • DS 413-513 - Physiology of Lactation

    Credits: 3
    Anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry of mammary glands. Factors affecting quality and quantity of milk. Notes: Even Spring.


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  • DS 421-421L - Dairy Plant Management and Lab

    Credits: 4
    Discussion, tours, and hands-on activities related to personnel issues, operational planning, facilities design and upkeep, unit operations and controls, accounting and finance, quality, safety, inspections and audits as these areas relate to the overall operation of a dairy processing facility. Prerequisites: Junior standing. Corequisites: DS 421L-421. Notes: Even Fall.


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  • DS 442-542 - Dairy Product and Process Development

    Credits: 3
    Students will work in small groups to design and produce a prototype dairy product. The course will include standards of identity for dairy products, nutritional labeling requirements, least cost formulation, design of manufacturing processes and methods for planning product development. Prerequisites: DS 400-400L/500-500L . Notes: Odd Spring.


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  • DS 480-480L/580-580L - Dairy Farm Operations I and Lab

    Credits: 4
    The first course in a two-semester sequence course addressing dairy herd management practices.  Dairy farm capital, budgets and credit; factors affecting economic returns of dairy farming; nutrition and feeding of lactating dairy cattle; and nutritional implications related to herd replacements. Prerequisites: AS 219 , DS 130-130L , and ECON 201  or ECON 202  or Junior standing. Corequisites: DS 480L-480/580L-580. Notes: Odd Fall.


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  • DS 481-481L/581-581L - Dairy Farm Operations II and Lab

    Credits: 4
    The second semester of a two-semester sequence course addressing dairy herd management practices. Production testing and records interpretation; impacts of cropping systems and commodity markets; labor requirements and Human Resources implications; building and equipment requirements; animal health and reproduction; merchandising of cattle and milk; and factors affecting economic returns of dairy farming. Prerequisites: DS 130-130L , DS 480-480L/580-580L , and ECON 201  or ECON 202 . Corequisites: DS 481L-481/581L-581. Notes: Even Spring.


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  • DS 490 - Seminar

    Credits: 1
    A highly focused, and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as internet and are at the upper division graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to few than 20 students. Notes: Fall.


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  • DS 491 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1-3
    Includes Directed Study, Problems, Readings, Directed Readings, Special Problems, and Special Projects. Student complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meeting depending upon the requirements of the topic.


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  • DS 492 - Topics (COM)

    Credits: 1-4
    A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.


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  • DS 494 - Internship

    Credits: 3-12
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than in the case with field experience courses.


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  • DS 496 - Field Experience

    Credits: 3-12
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study established between the student, instructor and field experience supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case in an internship or practicum course.


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  • DS 497 - Cooperative Education

    Credits: 3-12
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study established between the student, instructor and field experience supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case in an internship or practicum course.


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  • DS 498 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship

    Credits: 1-6
    Includes Senior Project, and Capstone Experience. Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.


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DSCI (Decision Science)
  

  • DSCI 424 - Operations Research (COM)

    Credits: 3
    This course looks at quantitative tools and methods used in the decision making process of business organizations. Linear programming, decision making under uncertainty, simulation, inventory models, and queuing models will be studied. Prerequisites: ECON 301  and STAT 281 . Cross-Listed: BADM 424 .


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  • DSCI 453-553 - Risk Management - Personal and Business

    Credits: 3
    Applications of risk modelling and evaluation skills to personal or business project management. Topics include risk initiation, identification, assessment, and response planning. Prerequisites: ECON 301  and (STAT 281  or STAT 381  or STAT 382 ). Cross-Listed: ECON 453-553 .


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  • DSCI 490-590 - Seminar (COM)

    Credits: 1-3
    A highly focused, and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students.


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  • DSCI 491-591 - Independent Study (COM)

    Credits: 1-3
    Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic.


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  • DSCI 492-592 - Topics (COM)

    Credits: 1-4
    A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually limited with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.


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  • DSCI 493 - Workshop (COM)

    Credits: 1-3
    Special, intense sessions in specific topic areas. Approximately 45 hours of work is required for each hour of credit. Workshops may vary in time range, but typically use a compressed time period for delivery. They may include lectures, conferences, committee work, and group activity.


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  • DSCI 494-594 - Internship (COM)

    Credits: 1-6
    Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.


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  • DSCI 498 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship (COM)

    Credits: 1-12
    Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.


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DSGN (Design)
  

  • DSGN 110 - Creative Thinking

    Credits: 3
    Develop problem-solving skills through the lens of creativity. A focus on exploring the habits that lead to greater creativity across diverse disciplines and professions.


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  • DSGN 140 - Successful Design Student Practices

    Credits: 2
    An introduction to successful student practices within the School of Design, including community building, giving and receiving critique, inclusivity, and interdisciplinary professional collaborations.


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  • DSGN 152 - Design Fundamentals II

    Credits: 3
    This fundamental design studio explores the design process through research, inventory, analysis, drawing, and modeling in 2D, 3D and 4D.


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  • DSGN 492 - Topics (COM)

    Credits: 1-9
    A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually limited with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.


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  • DSGN 499-599 - Professional Development

    Credits: 1
    Course taken co-requisite with professional employment (non-academic internship).


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ECE (Early Childhood Education)
  

  • ECE 150-150L - Early Experience and Lab

    Credits: 2
    Experimental-based introduction to professional contexts within early childhood education (ECE) and/or human development and family studies (HDFS). Students serve as volunteers in community-based human services and educational settings, shadowing professionals to better understand professional roles and opportunities. Corequisites: ECE 150L-150.


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  • ECE 196 - Field Experience (COM)

    Credits: 1-3
    Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study established by the student, instructor, and field-based supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with an internship or practicum course.


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  • ECE 220 - Health, Safety and Nutrition of Young Children

    Credits: 2-3
    Important elements for planning, promoting and maintaining healthy and safe learning/care environments, understanding childhood illnesses and establishing healthy lifestyles, first aid, and care providers maintaining their own health. Maintaining safe relationships with others, including identifying and reporting abuse, neglect, and exploitation of children. Exploration of nutrients for life and feeding, food preparation and safety policies and guidelines, food allergies and intolerances, appropriate feeding practices. Notes: Sections of this course are provided online through the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance.


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  • ECE 240 - Child Development I: Prenatal to 2

    Credits: 3
    This course provides an in-depth study of child development from prenatal to age 2; in a developmentally appropriate context. Topics include typical and a-typical development and behaviors including: prenatal development, brain development, and domains of cognition, language, physical, social, and emotional development. In addition, developmental theory, early care and education, and responsive relationship-based education and care will be practiced and applied.


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  • ECE 241 - Child Development II: 3 to 8 Years

    Credits: 3
    This course provides an in-depth study of child development from age 3 to age 8; in a developmentally appropriate context. Topics include typical and a-typical development and behaviors including: prenatal development, brain development, and domains of cognition, language, physical, social, and emotional development. In addition, developmental theory, early care and education, and responsive relationship-based education and care will be practiced and applied.


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  • ECE 296 - Field Experience (COM)

    Credits: 1-3
    Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study established by the student, instructor, and field-based supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with an internship or practicum course.


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  • ECE 320 - Pedagogy and Curriculum

    Credits: 3
    An exploration and analysis of teaching strategies, curriculum, and learning. The course examines how and what to teach. Curriculum models, lesson planning, objectives, goals, scope and sequence, standards, assessment, research-based practices, differentiation, questioning techniques, and cultural diversity.


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  • ECE 321 - Learner Centered Assessment

    Credits: 3
    This course offers in-depth study of documentation and assessments that meet the needs of the inclusive classroom. An understanding of key terminology will be stressed. During this course, pre-service teachers will plan, develop, and implement student-centered assessments using a teacher research model. This course requires a lab with placement in both preK and primary grade classrooms.


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  • ECE 322 - Contemporary Curriculum Perspectives

    Credits: 3
    Topics of study include content and methods of instruction for teaching an integrated curriculum in preschool and primary grades with specific emphasis on science, social studies, creative arts and assessment. Students learn about science and social studies-related state and national standards and how to teach social skills and diverse perspectives. This course requires a placement in a Kindergarten classroom. Corequisites: ECE 321  and EDFN 466 .


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  • ECE 325 - Inclusion and the Diverse Learner

    Credits: 3
    The course explores issues surrounding the diverse learner in the early childhood setting. The course discusses current theories, issues and practices related to the diverse learner including: historical, philosophical and attitudinal attributes, early intervention legislature, and service delivery models.


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  • ECE 328-328L - Guidance with Young Children and Lab (COM)

    Credits: 1-2, 1
    Observation and guidance in preschool under supervision of professional practitioners.  Laboratory that accompanies ECE 328. Prerequisites: Admission into PSI,ECE 150 , ECE 371  and ECE 372 .  (Minimum grade of C for all.) Corequisites: ECE 328L-328 & department written consent.


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  • ECE 360 - Play and Inquiry

    Credits: 3
    Students will explore and experience the importance and value of play and inquiry (such as risk-taking, creativity, perspective-taking, and inclusion).  Exploration of global perspectives of play and models of purposeful play and of different materials and how to incorporate these materials into learning experiences for young children. Prerequisites: Acceptance into Early Childhood Education (ECE) program.


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