Courses

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: H. Klandorf
Description: As a social institution, advertising plays a critical role in our daily lives. The course will examine the social, economic, and legal aspects of advertising.

Location: Statewide
Credit Hours: 1 to 18
Instructor: K. Blemings

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: H. Spooner

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: C. Smith

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: C. Smith

Credit Hours: 1 to 18
Instructor: S. Robison

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: K. Stewart

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: K. Wilkerson
GECs: G04 G07

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Lee
Description: An introduction to all sides of the advertising field and to the process, quantitative, strategic and aesthetic, by which the sales message is planned, produced and delivered. This is the first advertising course for advertising majors and must be taken as a pre-requisite for other courses in the sequence.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: A. Nance
Prerequisites: JRL 101, ADV 201, or 215.
Description: Advertising minors only. This online course explores creativity in advertising through a process and variety of creative vehicles, including print, broadcast and interactive media.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Ramos
Prerequisites: JRL 101, ADV 201, or 215.
Description: Advertising minors only. This online course explores role of research throughout the communications process. Emphasis on media component through planning, buying and evaluation.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: B. Tonelli
Prerequisites: JRL 101, ADV 201, or 215.
Description: Advertising minors only. This online course introduces the changing consumer marketplace. Analysis of actual advertising campaign strategies in terms of creative, media and research components.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: D. Coester
Description: The capstone course in the undergraduate advertising curriculum. The course is designed to give students the opportunity to integrate all prior learning and apply it to the development of an advertising campaign for a real-world client. The actual output of the course will be a written plans book and a formal campaign presentation. (Should be taken the final semester before graduation.)

Credit Hours: 1 to 18
Instructor: D. Smith

Credit Hours: 1 to 18
Instructor: K. Blemings

Credit Hours: 2
Instructor: K. Barnes

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: H. Boone
GECs: G04 G09
Description: Examination of the history and current developments, structures, functions, and importance of the international food and agricultural industry; issues, concerns and interrelationships and their impacts on American agriculture and society.

Credit Hours: 1 to 18
Instructor: D. Boone

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: D. LaVergne

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: D. Boone

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: D. Singh
Description: Introduction to accounting for agricultural, rural, and small business managers. Emphasis on the accounting cycle, analysis and interpretation of financial statements, income taxes, and managerial accounting. (Students having prior college credit in accounting are not eligible for this course.)

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: T. Gebremedhin
GECs: G04 G06
Description: Introduction to basic agricultural economics and agribusiness concepts, and the application of these concepts to agricultural and agribusinesses issues.

Credit Hours: 1 to 18
Instructor: C. Brown

Credit Hours: 1 to 6
Instructor: F. Holehouse

Credit Hours: 1 to 3
Instructor: C. Brown

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: K. Harkness
GECs: G03 G05
Description: Introduction to the study of art history from prehistory to the present in which major landmarks of world art and architecture are considered as aesthetic objects, cultural documents and within their socio-historical contexts.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: M. Slaven

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: M. Sherwin
Description: This course will provide a practical approach to understanding the core concepts of Arts Administration within the performing and visual arts, with primary emphasis on the nonprofit sector. Readings and classroom activities are designed to introduce you to major issues central to this growing field, such as organizational leadership, arts programming, arts and cultural policy, and fundraising.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: M. Sherwin

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: N. Zhang

Credit Hours: 6
Instructor: S. Satake

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: B. Arnold

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: A. Hibbert

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Crosno

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: E. Thomas
Prerequisites: Intended for non-biology majors..
GECs: G02B G04
Description: Population growth and human impacts on the environment, including ecosystem destruction, biological diversity, pollution, and global climate change are explored to obtain the concepts necessary to understand complex environmental issues of our time (G02B) (G04) Prerequisites: (Intended for non-biology majors.)

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: N. Lynch

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: L. Sypolt
Prerequisites: Junior standing.
Description: Overview of business law discipline. Topics include laws and the court system, employment and labor law, business forms and capitalization, business competition law and business ethics.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: G. Insch
Prerequisites: Junior standing.
Description: Overview of management discipline as a process involving planning, organizing, controlling and directing. An integrated view of management including organizational behavior is emphasized.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: N. McIntyre
Prerequisites: Junior standing.
Description: Overview of the marketing discipline. Topics include the management of the product, communication, price, and distribution variables as well as an introduction to buyer behavior and marketing research.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****
Prerequisites: Junior standing.
Description: Overview of the finance discipline. Topics include financial statement analysis, risk, capital budgeting, investments, and security markets.

Credit Hours: 1 to 18
Instructor: S. Robison

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: A. Martucci

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****

Credit Hours: 2
Instructor: J. Bolyard

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: E. Erdosne Toth

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: K. Law
GECs: G04
Description: Explores the physical, psychological, and cognitive developmental changes of individuals who are functioning in family systems that change across the life-span.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Troilo

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: A. Root
Prerequisites: CDFS 110.
Description: Introduction of terminology, descriptions, and explanations of the parental role and parent-child interactions. Emphasis on social and personal definitions of the parental role and on the problems and changes in parent-child relationships.

Credit Hours: 4
Instructor: M. Workman
Prerequisites: CDFS 110.
Description: Developmental characteristics and environmental effects on the child during the prenatal period and the first two years with implications for guidance and care, includes practical experience working with infants and toddlers.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: K. Maxwell
Prerequisites: CDFS 110.
Description: Physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of children from conception to seven years with implications for guidance and care in practical settings.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Byard
Prerequisites: CDFS 110.
Description: Application of child development principles. Involves planning developmentally appropriate activities for three-, four-, and five-year old children at the West Virginia University Child Development Laboratory.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: M. Hockenberry
Prerequisites: Senior or graduate standing and CDFS 110, 211 and 212..
Description: The adolescent in contemporary American culture, including normative physical, social, and personality development; relationships within various typical social settings. (e.g., family, school, community, peer group.)

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: M. Hockenberry
Prerequisites: Senior or graduate standing and CDFS 110, 211 and 212..
Description: Study of recent research findings in the major areas of family relationships. Topics include effects of family violence, substance abuse, poverty, and health. Pre-requisite(s) and/ or co-requisite(s) may differ on regional campuses.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Kirk

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: N. Wolfe-Dilgard
Prerequisites: Senior or graduate standing and CDFS 110, 211 and 212..
Description: The family as a social group; processes related to well-being for a variety of family relationships.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: B. Warash
Description: The course will prepare students to develop effective leadership skills in early childhood settings, advocate for children and families and develop collaborative partnerships.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: M. Workman
Prerequisites: Senior or graduate standing and CDFS 110, 211 and 212..
Description: Focuses on skills necessary for directing a high quality child care center. Participants will gain knowledge in program planning, development, and maintenance.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: M. Workman
Description: This course is designed to provide essential business and management lessons in operating a high quality early child care center.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: K. Law
Description: The course will prepare students to plan, develop and implement an appropriate structured movement program so children from infancy through five can be physically active and set the stage for lifelong physical activity.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: B. Warash

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: A. Root

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: R. Kershner

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: D. Dolin-Bane
GECs: G04 G06
Description: Introduction to principles of communication in the one-to-many context.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: C. Claus
GECs: G04 G06
Description: Critical examination of mass media with special emphasis on ways in which social, economic, and psychological factors influence the structure, functions, and effects of the media.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****
GECs: G04 G06
Description: This course addresses various social issues faced by young adults in our society and how communication is often part of the problem and how it can be used to solve these problems.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Shimotsu
Description: Application of the theories of effective communication in organizations. Simulated projects and oral presentations will be used to refine communication skills necessary for entry-level positions within business and industry.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Cole
GECs: G05 G07
Description: Evaluation of motion picture and television film as forms of mediated communication and as art forms involving communication and aesthetic principles. Emphasis on the feature-length theatrical fiction film.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: R. Chory
GECs: G04 G06
Description: Processes and problems in business and nonbusiness organizations and institutions with attention to practical application. This course is not open to freshmen.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: B. Patterson

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Maki
GECs: G04 G06
Description: An examination of the effects of human nonverbal behavior on human communication. Emphasis on specific nonverbal behaviors including touch, time, environmental contexts, physical appearance cues, and social communication cues. This course is not open to freshmen.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: B. Brann
GECs: G04 G06
Description: This course examines the vital role that communication plays in the American health care system and introduces concepts and approaches needed to effectively and ethically communicate about health in a pluralistic and multicultural society. This course is not open to freshmen.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: M. Martin
GECs: G05 G07
Description: This course explores films that show the diversity of individuals who live in the United States of America. Films will show characters of different ages, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, region, and social class.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: K. Dunleavy
GECs: G08 G09
Description: Examines similarities and differences between cultures with regard to norms, values, and practices in verbal and nonverbal communication. Emphasis on communication in Latin America, Asian, African, and Middle Eastern cultures. This course is not open to freshmen.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: B. Patterson
GECs: G06 G07
Description: Examining the influence of aging on communication, concentrating on persons over age 55. Social, psychological, biological, and sensory communication adjustments. Multidisciplinary approach to aging theories.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Staggers
Description: Theory and research in persuasion, emphasizing a critical understanding and working knowledge of the effects of social communication on attitudes, beliefs, and behavior. This course is not open to freshmen.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: K. Martin
Prerequisites: COMM 105..
Description: Messages and characteristics of mass media with emphasis on effects of mass communication on society. This course is not open to freshmen.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: D. Westerman
Description: Explores the relationships between CMC and various aspects of human activity. Investigates established and emerging CMC-based social, cultural, organizational, and instructional activities

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: N. Bowman

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: N. Bowman

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: N. Bowman

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: N. Bowman

Credit Hours: 1 to 6
Instructor: M. Martin

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Daniels
Description: To assist in evaluating students potential for a career in the helping professions. Exposure is provided to client populations served by helping professionals, along with a selection of intervention strategies used in those professions.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: C. Schimmel

Credit Hours: 4
Instructor: S. Warden
GECs: G02C G04
Description: Introduction to spreadsheets and databases for problem-solving in disciplines such as math, science, engineering, business, social sciences, behavioral sciences, and environment: using computer applications to create technical reports and presentations.

Credit Hours: 1 to 18
Instructor: B. Lingle

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing; pre-requisite may be waived at regional campus..
GECs: G04 G08
Description: Introductory microeconomics analysis. Competitive behavior of firms, price determination, efficiency in production and equity in distribution. Pre-requisite(s) and/or co-requisite(s) may differ on regional campuses. (G04) (G08) Prerequisites: Sophomore standing; pre-requisite may be waived at regional campus.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****
Prerequisites: ECON 201..
GECs: G04 G08
Description: Introductory macroeconomics analysis. Aggregate demand and supply, saving, investment, the level of employment and national income determination, monetary and fiscal policy. Pre-requisite(s) and/or co-requisite(s) may differ on regional campuses.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****
Prerequisites: PR: Sophomore standing and MATH 126 with grade of C or better or MATH 129 with grade of C or better or MATH 153 with grade of C or better or MATH 154 with grade of C or better or MATH 150 or MATH 155 or MATH 156..
GECs: G02A G04
Description: Basic concepts of statistical models, distributions, probability, random variables, tests of hypotheses, confidence intervals, regression and correlation with emphasis on business and economic examples. (Equivalent to STAT 211.)

Credit Hours: 1 to 18
Instructor: S. Robison

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: K. Opoku-Agyemang
Prerequisites: Prerequisites and/or co-requisite(s) may differ on regional campuses..
GECs: G01
Description: A course in writing non-fiction prose, principally the expository essay.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: N. Stojanovic
Prerequisites: ENGL 101 or equiv.
GECs: G01
Description: college-level research papers based on argumentative models. Precision in footnotes, bibliographies, usage, punctuation, and stylistics assumed. Required of all bachelor's degree candidates unless the requirement is waived under regulations prevailing at the time of admission.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: D. Bruno
GECs: G03 G05
Description: A historical introduction and survey from the late eighteenth century to the present.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Woods
Prerequisites: ENGL 101 and ENGL 102..
Description: Students will analyze different writing contexts, meet the needs of different audiences, and organize and present material in letters, memos, and reports. Includes some research, Internet components, and a review of style, grammar and usage.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: G. Thumm
Prerequisites: ENGL 101 and ENGL 102..
Description: Writing in scientific and technical fields. Introduces students to typical genres, workplace practices, document design, and conventions of writing for experts and non-experts.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: R. Almasy
Description: A survey of fiction for adolescents with special attention to literary theories that assist its interpretation.

Credit Hours: 2
Instructor: A. Joshi

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: L. Santiago

Credit Hours: 1
Instructor: L. Ford

Credit Hours: 1 to 18
Instructor: L. Ford

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****
Description: This course explores ethical decision making, sales, human resources, and negotiation and the associated legal issues. The course focuses on proper communication and documentation in these situations.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: E. Vitullo
Prerequisites: If declared the minor prior to fall 2010, the PR are ARE 110 or ACCT 201..
Description: This course will offer a study of the concepts necessary to become a successful small business entrepreneur. The coursework will include practical application of marketing and management skills.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****
Prerequisites: ENTR 310, 320 and 335.
Description: This course provides basic concepts and tools of both strategy formation/implementation and financial management. In addition, students will participate in a simulated real world experience in managing an entrepreneurial business enterprise.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****
Prerequisites: ENTR 310, 320 and 335 If declared the minor prior to fall 2010, the PR are ARE 110 or ACCT 201..
Description: This course will provide the student with a general understanding of the issues involved in the planning and creation of a new venture. The student will be exposed to the various roles of the entrepreneur.

Credit Hours: 1 to 18
Instructor: K. France

Credit Hours: 1
Instructor: D. Gilleland
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing..
Description: The study of medical language with special emphasis given to terms used in the field of exercise physiology.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: L. DiBartolomeo
GECs: G05 G09
Description: Introduces a wide selection of Russian Fairy Tales and examines the aesthetic, social, and psychological values that they reflect; general introduction to the study of folklore with a broad spectrum of approaches (psychoanalysis, structuralist, feminist)

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: K. Eason
Description: Study and classification of fibers, yarns, fabrics, color-applications and finishes for apparel-industry applications. (Lecture plus laboratory.)

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: H. Lentz
GECs: G04 G09
Description: Students learn the roles of fashion, the body, and dress in identity, social-psychological functioning, political and economic systems, and cultural diversity

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: H. Lentz
Prerequisites: FDM 230 or FDM 260 or FDM 261 and ECON 201..
Description: Surveys the structure of retail organizations, location and growth strategies to distribute merchandise to consumers.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: H. Lentz

Credit Hours: 6
Instructor: H. Lentz

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Malarcher
GECs: G03 G05
Description: A survey of the history of cinema from its earliest forms and experimentation through the end of the monopoly of the studio system (c. 1960). Weekly film screenings.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Malarcher
GECs: G05 G07
Description: A survey of the history of cinema from the rise of the auteur (c. 1960) to present trends, specifically examining American cultural dominance. Weekly film screenings

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: F. Scherr

Credit Hours: 1 to 18
Instructor: S. Robison

Credit Hours: 1 to 18
Instructor: J. Brooks

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Rentch

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Candillo

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: R. Behling
GECs: G02B G04
Description: Composition and structure of the Earth and the physical processes that change Earth's surface.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: R. Behling
Prerequisites: GEOL 101 or GEOL 110 or GEOG 110..
GECs: G02B
Description: Evolution of the Earth and its inhabitants. (Accompanied by registration in GEOL 104, class meets requirements for 4 hr. credit in a laboratory science in geology.)

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: C. Auble
Prerequisites: Note: HIST 101 does not have to precede HIST 102..
GECs: G03 G08
Description: A survey of the major developments in Western civilization beginning with the ancient Mediterranean world and concluding with Reformation Europe.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Ivey
Prerequisites: Note: HIST 102 may precede HIST 101..
GECs: G03 G08
Description: A survey of major developments in Western civilization from 1600 to the present with attention to Europe's emerging industrial society and changing role in world affairs.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Lieser
Prerequisites: Note: HIST 152 does not have to precede HIST 153..
GECs: G03 G07
Description: Examines the basic political, economic, and social forces in formation and development of the United States before 1865. Emphasis on national development from independence through the Civil War.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Turman Deal
Prerequisites: Note: HIST 153 may precede HIST 152..
GECs: G03 G07
Description: Continues the examination of basic political, economic, and social forces in the development of the United States since the Civil War.

Credit Hours: 0 to 3
Instructor: B. Williams
GECs: G03 G09
Description: Since 1500 Comparative history of Africa, Asia, and Europe 1500 to the present. Political, economic, and social developments with emphasis on patterns of authority, the individual, nature, society, and the impact of the West.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: K. Staples
GECs: G03 G08
Description: Treats the emergence of the distinctive culture of Western Europe from the Fall of Rome to the Renaissance, considering the transformation and interaction of politics, economics, society, religion, and ideas.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Christenson
Description: Military history from the American Revolution to the present, stressing the evolution of warfare with particular attention to strategy, tactics, weaponry and the consequences of war.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: C. Bush
Description: Historical foundations and development of West Virginia, with particular emphasis upon the growth of the government, the economy, and the traditions of the state.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: I. Emrick
GECs: G03 G07
Description: Surveys the history of Native peoples of what is now the United States, from pre-contact to the present. Ethnohistorical approach emphasizes cultural development as well as interactions with European and American peoples and policies.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Super
Description: Begins by analyzing the meaning of sacred and then proceeds to a comparative historical, religious, and political discussion of selected sacred places.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: M. Wadyko
Description: The Weimar Republic, the Third Reich, and the two German states created after World War II.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: T. Boulware
Description: The social, political, and economic maturation of England's American colonies, the move toward independence, and the establishment of government at state and federal levels. (Alternate years.)

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: W. Feeney
Description: . Causes as well as constitutional and diplomatic aspects of the Civil War; the role of American black in slavery, in war, and in freedom; and the economic and political aspects of Congressional Reconstruction.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: C. Bush
Description: Examines the American experience in World War II; with an emphasis on the economic, social, and political impact of war on American society.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Jaczynski
GECs: G04 G08
Description: Exploration on a global basis of interactions of man and environment as reflected in food production systems. Relation of food supply and use to development or maintenance of social and political institutions.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: P. Holsclaw
GECs: G02C G04
Description: Nutrient structure, metabolism, integrated function and their importance to human well-being during all stages of the life cycle. Current concerns and those of special interest to college students in meeting nutrient needs.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: M. Olfert

Credit Hours: 1
Instructor: M. Olfert

Credit Hours: 1 to 18
Instructor: T. West

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: F. DeMarco

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: K. Deitreich
GECs: G05 G08
Description: Presents the high points of Greco-Roman and Medieval European civilizations: their art, architecture, philosophy, religion, literature and music.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: K. Deitreich
GECs: G05 G08
Description: Presents the art, architecture, philosophy, religion, literature and music of the following periods in Western civilization: the Renaissance, the Age of Classicism and the revolutionary nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: T. Ahern

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: T. Ahern

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: P. Whitehouse

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: G. Britten
GECs: G08 G09
Description: Mass communicator's role in developing political, social, and economic fabrics of a democratic society. Organization and function of newspapers, magazines, broadcast stations, and other principal media, including the role of advertising and public relations.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Compton
Prerequisites: ADV 201, ADV 215 or PR 215..
Description: An in-depth understanding of how effective public relations plays an integral role in any sports organization via a myriad of communication efforts used in the dissemination of information to the media and the public.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: V. Filak

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: T. Stewart
Description: The law as it affects mass media. Considered are such areas as libel, privacy, public records, criminal pre-trial publicity, freedom of information, and obscenity.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: K. Edenborg

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: R. Misra

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Aud

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: B. Brooks

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: L. Defrank

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Kitchen

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: G. Blakely

Credit Hours: 1 to 18
Instructor: S. Robison

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: M. Mays
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MATH 126A or MATH 126B or PR or CONC: MATH 126C or two units of algebra, or one unit of geometry and satisfactory performance on departmental placement examination..
GECs: G02A
Description: Trigonometric functions, identities, vectors, complex numbers, and trigonometric equations. Pre-requisite(s) and/or co-requisite(s) may differ on regional campuses. (This course is not open to students who have credit for MATH 129 or equivalent.)

Credit Hours: 2
Instructor: R. Nicholson

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: E. Widders

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Robison

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: G. Blakely

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Wood

Credit Hours: 1 to 18
Instructor: S. Robison

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Wood

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Schwartz
Prerequisites: (Not open to music majors.).
GECs: G04 G05
Description: Introductory course designed to develop an appreciation and understanding of the significance of music as a fine art, and to help the student develop intelligent listening habits.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Schwartz
GECs: G05 G07
Description: Introduction of history and development of American popular music.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: A. Osmianski
Prerequisites: MUSC 111 or consent. (Not open to music majors.).
GECs: G05 G07
Description: An Introduction to jazz, its characteristics, important performers, and their music, including an historical survey with attention to the changing style of the music.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: C. Markstrom
GECs: G04 G09
Description: Overview of the diverse social and cultural institutions of indigenous tribal societies in North America. Historical materials provide the background for understanding the range of issues affecting contemporary tribal groups.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: E. Walker
Description: Introductory human anatomy course that uses a combined regional and systemic approach to examine the relationships and organization of the major structures within the thorax, abdomen, head/neck, and back/limbs regions of the body.

Credit Hours: 2
Instructor: E. Walker
Prerequisites: NBAN 205 or NBAN 301 or consent..
Description: Introductory human anatomy laboratory using a combined regional and systemic approach to examine the relationships and organization of the major structures with the thorax, abdomen, head/neck, and back/limb regions of the body.

Credit Hours: 4
Instructor: H. Billings

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: N. Atkins

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: K. Childers

Credit Hours: 5
Instructor: K. Childers

Credit Hours: 1
Instructor: K. Childers

Credit Hours: 2
Instructor: V. Cox
Description: Exploration of careers and college majors with special emphasis on individual interests, abilities, and values. Most beneficial to freshman/sophomores, also for juniors and seniors who are uncertianuncertain of career paths.

Credit Hours: 2
Instructor: V. Cox
Description: Planning a career, job research, resumes, letter writing, pre- and post- interviewing strategies, Internet searches; success on job, job changes. Recommended junior/senior year.

Credit Hours: 4
Instructor: R. Chetlin

Credit Hours: 2
Instructor: A. Kessler

Credit Hours: 2
Instructor: A. Kessler

Credit Hours: 2
Instructor: S. Acord-Vira

Credit Hours: 1 to 3
Instructor: D. Davis

Credit Hours: 1 to 6
Instructor: S. Wheeler

Credit Hours: 1 to 6
Instructor: D. Colaianni

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Baltimore
GECs: G04 G06
Description: An elementary examination of such philosophical problems as the mind-body problem, the existence of God, freedom and determinism, and the nature of persons and their knowledge

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: F. Curry
GECs: G04 G06
Description: An examination of current moral problems. Topics include some of the following: abortion, euthanasia, sexism and sexual equality, preferential treatment, animal rights, sexual morality, pornography, economic justice, paternalism, punishment, and nuclear deterrence.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: G. Ciocco
GECs: G03 G08
Description: An introductory survey of the major philosophers and philosophical movements from ancient times to the present.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: G. Ciocco
GECs: G04 G06
Description: An elementary study of critical thinking and reasoning. For students who want to improve their skills in recognizing fallacious patterns of reasoning, constructing acceptable arguments, and criticizing faulty lines of reasoning.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Verlinden
GECs: G02C G04
Description: A course focused on exploring the interaction between plant and humans, and the impact plants have had, and have on human society.

Credit Hours: 1 to 18
Instructor: B. Baker

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Moats
GECs: G03 G04
Description: General survey of American national government and politics.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Moats
GECs: G08 G09
Description: Analysis of issues in post-cold war international politics, ranging from traditional major power diplomacy and intervention to the newer problems of economic interdependence and development, human rights, population pressures on limited resources, and the environment.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: G. Noone
Description: The study of laws governing relations among nations, including development of rules, means of enforcement, and conflict between theory and practice.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: C. Fattore

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: E. Oppe
Description: Open to all University students. Introduces the student to the principles of public relations. Definition and historical development, opportunities and challenges, techniques and management of public relations are included.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: M. Browning
Prerequisites: (Open to PR minors only.) Prerequisites: JRL 101 and PR 215..
Description: Basic writing techniques and tools for public relations practitioners, including news writing, AP style, news releases, media advisories, media lists, pitching stories, presentations, and publications. (Open to PR minors only.)

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: E. Oppe
Prerequisites: PR 319 or JRL 319..
Description: Writing/Application Writing, design, graphics, and desktop publishing as major tools of public relations practitioners and planners.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: B. Babione-Hensley
Prerequisites: (Open to PR minors only). Prerequisites: JRL 101 and PR 215..
Description: A core class in the public relations minor focusing on PR case studies, strategic campaign planning, and tactics. Students develop campaign ideas and strategies and produce an abbreviated campaign plan. (Open to PR minors only).

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: G. Myers
Prerequisites: (Open to PR minors only). Prerequisites: JRL 101 and PR 215..
Description: This course provides a comprehensive look at public relations and its role in the integrated marketing communications process. Other IMC elements such as advertising, internet marketing, sales promotion and direct marketing are also discussed. (Open to PR minors only).

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: C. Cooper

Credit Hours: 4
Instructor: S. Hardy

Credit Hours: 4
Instructor: M. Paternostro
Prerequisites: College biology and chemistry, or consent..
Description: (For undergraduate students in paramedical sciences and nursing students on regional campuses.) Systematic presentation of basic concepts. Prerequisites: College biology and chemistry, or consent.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: C. Toffle
GECs: G04 G06
Description: PsychOnline is a web-based, introductory psychology course that has been designed to permit students to experience the full-range of presentations, demonstrations, class discussions, and course activities that occur in an on-campus course. Content of this course includes both a survey of the entire field of psychology and an intensive exploration of specific aspects of experimental and applied psychology. This is accomplished through participation in individually-directed learning activities embedded within each web-based course unit. The course is open to both psychology majors and non-majors and has no course prerequisites.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****
Prerequisites: PSYC 101.
GECs: G04 G06
Description: Survey of human psychological development across the life span with emphasis on change in biological, cognitive, and social-emotional processes. Special attention given to theoretical, conceptual, methodological, and practical issues.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****
Prerequisites: PSYC 101.
GECs: G04 G06
Description: Examination of social interaction and behavior from a psychological perspective. Topics include: attraction, social perception and cognition, attitudes and attitude change, social influence and group process, prosocial behavior and aggression, cultural influence, and prejudice.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Gregg
Prerequisites: PSYC 101.
GECs: G04 G06
Description: Introduction to major categories of behavior disorders; etiology, prevention and treatment.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: *****STAFF*****
Prerequisites: PSYC 241 and junior or senior standing..
Description: Psychological issues in the study of adulthood, with an emphasis on the characteristics of older adults. Topics include the psychosocial and biological context of aging, cognitive and personality changes from early to late adulthood, psychopathology in later life, dementia, issues in caregiving, and death and dying.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: A. Dagen

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: A. Gale
GECs: G03 G09
Description: This course explores five of the most widely practiced world religions; Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. Students are introduced to the history and basic tenets of each faith.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Gifford
GECs: G03 G08
Description: This course explores the birth and evolution of Christianity from its inception until the modern era. Emphasis will be placed upon the significant people and events that shaped Christianity.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Chaudhry
GECs: G03 G09
Description: Examines the origins and development of Islam from its inception in ancient Arabia to the modern era. The central beliefs, practices, and denominations associated with Islam will also be explored.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Barrick-Parsons
GECs: G03 G09
Description: This course explores the origin and development of the Christian Bible. The historical, cultural, and religious settings of the texts, as well as their theological intent, will be examined.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Yeomans
Description: Explores development of the biblical world from 2,000 BCE through the first century CE. Various cultures will be examined socially, historically, and religiously. How biblical archaeology impacts understanding of the Bible will also be discussed.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Gifford
Description: This course surveys the principal types of ethics; biblical teaching on sin, guilt, law, grace, the state, perfection, etc., with application to contemporary issues: bioethics, euthanasia, ecology, sex, cybernation, etc.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Donovan

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: P. Butler

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: C. Pierskalla

Credit Hours: 6
Instructor: C. Pierskalla

Credit Hours: 1 to 3
Instructor: D. Clement
Description: An introduction to professional issues relevant to the field of sport psychology. Provides opportunities for students to gain practical experiences within the field.

Credit Hours: 1 to 3
Instructor: D. Clement
Description: This course provides undergraduate students majoring in Sport and Exercise Psychology with an overview of the field of sport and exercise psychology.

Credit Hours: 1 to 3
Instructor: D. Clement
Description: This course provides undergraduate students majoring in sport and exercise Psychology with an overview of the field of sport and exercise psychology.

Credit Hours: 1 to 3
Instructor: D. Clement
Description: This course provides 4th semester students majoring in Sport and Exercise Psychology with the necessary skills needed to succeed upon their graduation from the Sport and Exercise Psychology program.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Watson
GECs: G04 G07
Description: This course provides a comprehensive analysis of common sport structures with a close view of who participates and the consequences of participation. A major emphasis is placed on the sociological phenomena that contribute to sport in North America (i.e., youth, media, politics, violence, race, gender, economy, history, etc.). In-depth discussion of the apparent positive and negative consequences of the way sport is organized in society will occur. This is a participation intensive course.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Zizzi
GECs: G04 G06
Description: Explores psychological theory related to sport and exercise behavior. The goal of this course is to establish a solid foundation of knowledge regarding psychological theories and research in sport and exercise settings. Readings, lectures, and class exercises will increase student understanding of how psychological factors impact involvement, enjoyment and performance in sport and physical activity. The course will also help students acquire skills and knowledge about sport and exercise psychology that can be applied as a coach, teacher, observer, or participant.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: D. Clement
GECs: G04 G07
Description: Sociocultural and historical overview of the contributions of African-Americans in sport in America.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: V. Shannon
Description: An analysis of descriptive and experimental research in sport psychology and sport management. Course requirements include completion of capstone research project.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Zizzi
Description: Introduction to motivational and mental health factors associated with exercise participation.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: V. Shannon
Description: A comprehensive analysis of the field of social psychology and the theories that apply to the world of sport and physical activity. Sport is a highly social environment that can have a wide and far-reaching influence upon those who participate. This class will focus upon and provide an overview of the major social factors and theories that affect those involved in sport. In-depth discussion of the interactions between the athlete, team, coach and spectators will occur. This is a participation intensive course.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: D. Clement
Description: This course provides a comprehensive overview of the educational techniques utilized to enhance sport performance within the field of sport psychology.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Zizzi
Description: This course reviews the theory and research related to the psychological aspects of injury and injury rehabilitation. Topics of study include emotional responses to injury, counseling issues in injured athletes, pain management, adherence and compliance to rehabilitation, and psychosocial interventions. Case studies, research articles, and presentations will be used to explore assessment and intervention approaches relevant for sport medicine and sport psychology professionals. This is a senior level undergraduate seminar course that includes non-textbook readings that require students to analyze and summarize research.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: G. Bravo
GECs: G03 G04
Description: An examination of the historical development of the Olympic Games from the Greek classic period (500 B.C.) to the games of the XXVI Olympiad of Atlanta in 1996.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Lee

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: D. Jones

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Lee

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: A. Livingston

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: D. Jones
Prerequisites: SEP 271.
Description: The study of management principles as they relate to sport organizations. The analysis includes specific references to planning, organizing, leading and evaluating functions of management in sport.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: D. Branch
Prerequisites: SEP 271.
Description: The study of marketing principles as they relate to sport organizations. Specific attention is focused on the marketing planning process, marketing information systems, and internal marketing.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: C. Johnson
GECs: G04 G07
Description: Basic course intended to develop a perspective about the nature of social processes and the structure of society.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: G. Snyder
GECs: G08 G09
Description: Essentials of human evolution and prehistory with a concentration on the varieties of languages and cultures found among peoples of the world.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: C. Johnson
GECs: G04 G07
Description: Sociological analysis of the causes, effects and approaches to preventing and reducing social problems in American society.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: C. Stackpole
Description: Sociological and anthropological perspectives on death and dying. Examines sociopsychological and structural factors supporting the beliefs and practices associated with the institution of death, both historically and in contemporary society.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: R. Stein
GECs: G04 G07
Description: Exploration of various theories of criminal behavior; emphasis on a critical study of the criminal justice system and efforts to reform the penal system.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Kirby
Description: Nature, extent, and causal explanation of forms of juvenile deliquencydelinquency. The nature of juvenile courts, the correctional systems, and prevention programs. Emphasizes current issues.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: A. Dasari
GECs: G04 G07
Description: Causes and consequences of prejudice and discriminatory practices involving minority group members. Emphasis is on blacks, but social and economic conditions of Indians and other racial and religious minorities are also discussed.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: D. Renfrew

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: E. Wheeler
GECs: G04 G07
Description: Examines the historical development of social welfare in the United States and the values that shape social welfare institutions.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: E. Wheeler
GECs: G04 G07
Description: Covers a range of diverse populations especially those historically subjected to oppression and social and economic injustice. Addresses the causes and effects of institutionalized forms of oppression.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: R. Tarabrella
GECs: G02A G02C G04
Description: Introduction to basic concepts and ideas of statistics. Methodologies and case studies to prepare students to understand the use of statistics in the mass media and professional publications in their major field of study. Not open to students who have earned credit for STAT 211 or STAT 215.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: S. Quesen
Prerequisites: MATH 124 or MATH 126. (Not open to students who have completed STAT 215.).
GECs: G02A G04
Description: Basic concepts of descriptive and inferential statistics: descriptive measures, random variables, sampling distributions, estimation, tests of hypotheses, chi-square tests, regression and correlation. (Equivalent to ECON 225.)

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: L. Milian
GECs: G03 G05
Description: Open to all students. A survey of the nature and function, the arts and crafts, and major phases in the historical development of the theatre.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Held
GECs: G05 G09
Description: Introduction to theatre and drama traditions in ten world cultures. An intercultural study of theaters, performance and staging practices, the cultural milieu, and dramatic literature.

Credit Hours: 1
Instructor: J. Tapia
Description: This course focuses on the concepts and logic of information access, and fosters information independence and critical thinking. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to make the decisions and choices necessary to efficiently do literature searches for future term papers, reports, and theses. This will include proficiency in: Locating the various service areas, facilities, and resources available in the WVU Libraries Using MountainLynx, the WVU Online Catalog, to obtain information about books Identifying and using the appropriate indexing tools to obtain references to periodical articles Determining the physical location of the books and periodicals selected Understanding the basics of navigating through the vast resources and retrieving information from the World Wide Web.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: B. Toren
GECs: G05 G07
Description: Introduction to media literacy, film vocabulary, criticism, databases, conventions, cliches, and characteristics of genre films to guide evaluating and critiquing films. Online course; films on media library reserve.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Wang

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Edwards
GECs: G04 G07
Description: Introduction to the cultural and spiritual role of hunting; use of hunting as a wildlife management tool; and its economic value in wildlife conservation programs. Includes discussions on gun control, anti-hunting, and animal rights.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: R. Whitmore
GECs: G02C G04
Description: Overview of the science of conservation ecology with emphasis on the concepts of biological diversity, extension, habitat loss and fragmentation, establishment of protected areas, endangered species, and establishment and preservation of new populations.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: R. Whitmore
Description: Survey of invasive/exotic plant and animal species and their affects on native ecosystems, including the breakdown of natural barriers to invasion by the increase of world commerce which unites even widely dispersed resources.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Anderson
Description: The concept of restoring ecosystems and species is not new but has gained increased importance in the past decade as the landscape continues to be altered and degraded. An introductory understanding of restoration ecology concepts is necessary for future resource management professionals. This class is designed as a sophomore level course with the purpose of providing students with a basic understanding of restoration ecology concepts.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Anderson

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: J. Anderson

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: G. Merovich

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: G. Merovich

Credit Hours: 1 to 18
Instructor: K. Hartman

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: B. Jara
GECs: G04 G07
Description: Through viewing popular Hollywood films, we will analyze femininity across the life span. Critical thinking and cultural analysis will be practiced as we study heroines, working girls, motherhood, brides, cheerleaders, and old women on screen.

Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: M. Chesanko
GECs: G04 G07
Description: (May be credited to University LSP Cluster A or B.) The major contexts in which woman’s identity has been and is defined and of the relationships between these definitions and the roles and history of women (and men) in society and culture.