Summer Session 2006
UMM Students: register online for summer courses
Summer Session I - Monday, May 22 - Friday, June 23
Summer Session II - Monday, June 26 - Friday, July 28
Summer Session I
ArtS (Studio Art) 1003 CANCELLED
Visual Studies for Nonmajors: Beginning Painting (88601)
(3.0 cr; ArtP) Monday-Friday, 8:00-9:30 a.m.;
Eble
The development of painting as a means of artistic expression including basic technical, material, and formal compositional problems. For nonmajors with little or no previous experience in painting.
Biol (Biology) 1071
Plants of Minnesota (88809)
(4.0 cr; Sci-L; Cole)
Lecture: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 1:15-2:30 p.m.; Sci 3610
Lab: Tuesday, Thursday, 1:15-4:00 p.m.; Sci 3160
Cole
Introduction to plant structure and function, especially those found in Minnesota: ecology, physiology, evolution, and conservation. Labs emphasize plant identification and anatomy.
Econ (Economics) 1112
Principles of Macroeconomics (88602)
(4.0 cr;
prereq-high school algebra or #; SS) Monday-Thursday, 3:00-5:00 p.m.; Sci 3650; Bina
Introduction to basic economic problems, concepts, and theoretical models. U.S. economic institutions and the economic organization of society. The role of markets in the production and distribution of societal resources. Measurement of economic performance; national income, inflation, and unemployment; competing macroeconomic theories and stabilization policies.
Ed (Education) 4101 CANCELLED
Issues and Current Trends in Literacy and Language Education (88573)
(4.0 cr; Hum) Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; Ed 106; Solvie
Study of themes, issues, and current trends surrounding literacy education including historical foundations of current reading practices, changing definitions of literacy, ideologies that influence understanding and implementation of reading practices, and consideration of complexities of addressing societal literacy concerns.
Engl (English) 2201
British Literature Survey I (88603)
(4.0 cr; Hum; prereq-1011 or equiv, 1131) Monday-Friday, 1:15-2:45 p.m.; Sci 3650; Ericksen
Readings in English poetry, prose, and/or drama from the beginnings to the 18th century. Specific authors vary.
Geol (Geology) 2301
Geology of Minnesota (88574)
(4.0 cr; Sci-L) Lecture: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9:45-11:15 a.m.; Lab/Field Sessions: Tuesday, Thursday, 9:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; Sci 3650; Cotter
Active, hands-on learning both in class and on class field trips to selected localities throughout the state. Field trips include: Pipestone National Monument; glacial geology of west-central Minnesota; geology of the Minnesota River Valley; basalts of Taylors Falls/Interstate State Park; Minnesota's Iron Ranges; Isle Royale National Park.
Mus (Music) 1041
Introduction to Music (88575)
(4.0 cr; FA) Monday-Friday, 9:45-11:15 a.m.; HFA 170; Ross
Survey emphasizing development of an intelligent understanding and appreciation of music. For non-music majors.
Phys (Physics) 1052
The Solar System (88596)
(5.0 cr; no cr for students who have received cr for Phys 1051; Sci-L)
Four weeks only: May 22-June 16
Lecture: Monday-Friday, 1:00-4:00 p.m.; Sci 4655
Lab: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 2:30-4:00 p.m.; Sci 4530
McIntosh
History of astronomy; motions of celestial objects; gravity and electromagnetic radiation; the Earth and Moon; the planets and their moons; meteors and asteroids; the Sun; telescopes and other astronomical instruments. Stars and constellations of the summer sky. Night viewing sessions required. (4 hrs lect, 2 hrs lab)
Pol (Political Science) 1101
Intro to Political Inquiry: Thinking about Politics (88604)
(4.0 cr; E/CR) Monday-Friday, 8:00-9:30 a.m.; Sci 3610; Joo and Bos
Origins and development of politics and government. Survey of contemporary political institutions and behavior. Major perennial questions are investigated at length and in depth. Critical thinking and class discussion provide the focus of the course.
Soc (Sociology) 1101 CANCELLED
Introductory Sociology (88580)
(4.0 cr; SS) Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; Sci 3650; Gashaw/ Gilanshah
Basic concepts, theories, and methods of sociology; survey of some of the institutional areas in which sociologists specialize.
Span (Spanish) 1001
Beginning Spanish I (88578)
(4.0 cr; FL) Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; Sci 3610; Hidalgo-Nunez
Development of basic skills of Spanish (reading, speaking, writing, listening) and an introduction to the cultural contexts of Latin America and Spain.
Spch (Speech) 1042
Public Speaking and Analysis (88579)
(4.0 cr; E/CR) Monday-Thursday, 3:00-5:00 p.m.; HFA 18; Leroux
Public address theories, practices, and analysis.
Summer Session II
Biol (Biology) 1053
Introduction to Insect Biology (88581)
(4.0 cr; Sci-L)
Lecture: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 1:15-2:30 p.m.; Sci 3665
Lab: Tuesday, Thursday, 1:15-4:00 p.m.; Sci 3160
Anderson
Basic concepts in insect biology including evolutionary history, life-cycles, classification, and ecology; examination of how insects and other arthropods interact with human society including insects as vectors of human disease, forensic entomology, insects in agriculture, beneficial uses of insects in the production of food and fiber, and insect-inspired art and literature. (three 75-min lect, two 165-min labs, one all-day field trip required in addition to labs)
Hist (History) 1301
Introduction to U.S. History (88583)
(4.0 cr; Hist) Monday-Thursday, 3:00-5:00 p.m.; Sci 3665; Gross
Methods, themes, and problems in the study of the history of the United States.
Pol (Political Science) 3352
Political Thought: Modern (88584)
(4.0 cr; prereq-1101 or #; Hum) Monday-Thursday, 5:30-7:30 p.m.; Sci 3655; Hunt/J. Lee
Machiavelli; theories during the Renaissance, Reformation, and the Counter-Reformation. Early modern absolutism, the emergence of modern contract theory, constitutionalism, liberalism, and utopianism.
Psy (Psychology) 1051
Introduction to Psychology (88585)
(4.0 cr; SS) Monday-Friday, 9:45-11:15 am.; Sci 3665; Stewart
An introduction to the science of mind and behavior. Topics include history of psychology, research methods, biological bases for behavior, life span development, sensation and perception, learning, cognitive and social processes, personality, psychopathology, and applications of psychology. Includes laboratory/discussion sessions.
Psy (Psychology) 1061
Introduction to the Development of the Child and Adolescent (88615)
(4.0 cr; prereq-1051 or #; SS; Benson) Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; HFA 18; Benson
Theory, data, and research approaches in development from birth through adolescence. Prenatal and physical development as well as perceptual, cognitive, language, personality and social development. Multicultural/global perspective. Designed for students aiming for teacher certification, who receive priority in registration. Does not count for elective credit for the 16-credit psychology component of the LAHS major or for the psychology major or minor. Does count toward the 8-credit "other" category for the LAHS major. A more in-depth alternative to this course is Psy 3401 and Psy 3402. Students double majoring in education and psychology should consider the Psy 3401 and 3402 alternative to this course.
Span (Spanish) 1002
Beginning Spanish II (88586)
(4.0 cr; prereq-1001 or placement or #; FL) Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; Sci 3610; Alvarez
Continuation of the sequence beginning with 1001.
Stat (Statistics) 1601
Introduction to Statistics (88587)
(4.0 cr; prereq-high school higher algebra; M/SR)
Monday-Friday, 8:00-9:30 a.m.; Sci 3550; Sungur
Scope, nature, tools, language, and interpretation of elementary statistics. Descriptive statistics; graphical and numerical representation of information; measures of location, dispersion, position, and dependence; exploratory data analysis. Elementary probability theory, discrete and continuous probability models. Inferential statistics, point and interval estimation, tests of statistical hypotheses. Inferences involving one and two populations, ANOVA, regression analysis, and chi-squared tests; use of statistical computer packages.
WSS (Wellness and Sport Science) 1052
Societal Issues in Health and Wellness (88605)
(2.0 cr; SS) Tuesday, Thursday, 9:45-11:15 a.m.; PEC 251; Crandall
A study of how perceptions of society's health and wellness issues affect our individual health/fitness choices.
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