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ARCH 686 Historic Preservation Practicum (3)

Applies course work in historic preservation to hands-on activities under the direction of practicing professionals and University faculty. Historic preservation certificate students only.

TRMD 431 Principles of Medical Parasitology (2)

Epidemiology, pathogenesis, immunobiology and diagnostic aspects of human parasitic infections; principles of host-pathogen interactions; public health aspects of parasitic infections. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: MICR 351 with a grade of B or higher or equivalent. (Spring only)

LSJD 500 SJD Dissertation (V)

Research and writing of SJD dissertation under supervision of dissertation advisor. Repeatable four times, up to 60 credits. LAW students only. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only.

HON 499 Directed Reading/Research (V)

Directed reading and/or research. Repeatable 3 times or up to 12 credits.

AMST 448 Food, Culture, and Empire (3)

Examines the cultural, historical, and political processes that have informed our understandings and practices involving food. We will analyze food and foodways in the U.S. and Hawai‘i. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: at least one course in WGSS or ES; or consent by instructor. (Cross-listed as ES 450 and WGSS 450)

LAW 579 Introduction to Space Law & Policy (V)

Acquaints students with the fundamental principles of space law and policy, including the pre- and post-Sputnik history of space exploration. LAW majors only. Pre: LWPA 585 with a minimum grade of C-.

ASAN 601 Advanced Research and Writing in Asian Studies (3)

Provides a structured overview of research and writing process, focused on Asia. Topics include research questions, abstracts, literature reviews, arguments, conceptualization, incorporating evidence, research ethics, and style. Students are required to produce a research paper. Pre: 600 or consent.

IS 291 (Alpha) Sophomore Seminar (3)

Special inquiry-based study of multi-disciplinary topics in particular historical, cultural, geographical, environmental, or other contexts. Emphasis on primary sources and/or fieldwork and extensive instruction in writing. (B) biological science; (H) humanities; (P) physical science; (R) arts; (S) social science; (T) literature. Repeatable one time. A-F only. (Cross-listed as HON 291) DB for (B); DH for (H); DP for (P); DA for (R); DS for (S); DL for (T)

ME 490 (Alpha) Mentored Projects (1)

Investigation of advanced problems, making use of faculty expertise for specific domains of work. (B) Design Project I; (C) Design Project II; (D) Research and Experiment Design. Junior or senior standing only. ME majors only. A-F only. Pre: instructor consent. Co-requisite: 481 for (B); 482 for (C); 483 for (D).

TPSS 492L Internship Experience (3)

Internship field experience for TPSS majors. TPSS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 200/SUST 211 (or concurrent) or consent.

EPET 321 Introduction to Human Spaceflight (4)

Effects of spaceflight conditions on human physiology and psychology. Astronaut selection, training, crew composition. Ethics of space exploration. Politics & sociology of public and private human space flight. Selection of capstone project. Significant written communication. A-F only. Pre: EPET/ME 201 and PHYS 272. (Fall only)

EPET 420 Human Spaceflight Mission Elements (4)

Engineering aspects of spacecraft design, subsystems, science payload, systems engineering, project management, and budgets for human spaceflight missions. Design of environmental control and life support systems. Capstone project design. Significant oral and written communication. A-F only. Pre: 321. (Spring only)

ACC 465 (Alpha) Accounting Capstone (2)

Integration of numerous elements of the accounting program. Current accounting issues discussed. Lectures, discussions, case analysis. (B) managerial-tax-ethics; emphasis on instruction in writing; (C) financial-auditing-accounting information systems. ACC majors only. A-F only. Pre: 401 (or concurrent) and 418 (or concurrent) for (B); 418 (or concurrent) for (C).

QHS 647 Cultural Competence in Biomedical Research I (3)

Introductory lecture-seminar on the conduct of multidisciplinary research from a culturally competent perspective. A-F only.

ME 483 Research and Experiment Design (3)

Introduction to research and experimentation via pursuit and reporting of an open-ended design project. Ethical issues in research and experimentation. Engineering, Biological Engineering, and Ocean & Resources Engineering majors only. Senior standing or higher. A-F only. (Fall only)

CEE 641 Applied Mathematics for Engineers (3)

Application of advanced mathematics to engineering phenomena; linear algebra, Eigen systems; partial differentiation and multiple integrals; vector/tensor analysis; Fourier series/transforms and Laplace transform; ordinary/partial differential equations; probability and statistics. CE, ME, ORE, and ECE majors only. Graduate students only. A-F only. (Alt. years: fall)

SUST 394 Internship for Sustainability and Social Justice (3)

Internship in public, private, or non-profit organizations providing opportunity for practical experience in addressing sustainability issues. Repeatable one time. Sophomore standing or higher, or consent. A-F only. Consent of instructor. (Cross-listed as SOC 394)

SOC 394 Internship for Sustainability and Social Justice (3)

Internship in public, private, or non-profit organizations providing opportunity for practical experience in addressing sustainability issues. Repeatable one time. Sophomore standing or higher, or consent. A-F only. Consent of instructor. (Cross-listed as SUST 394)

JOUR 301 Governing, Policy, and Political Journalism (3)

Survey of the institutions of democratic governance and the role of journalism in covering and analyzing public policy. A-F only. (Cross-listed as PACE 301)

IP 370 (Alpha) Southeast Asian Travelogue: People, Places, and Practices (3)

A virtual guided tour of Southeast Asia that explores its multiculture diversity through its people, places, and practices. (P) Philippines; (V) Vietnam. Sophomore standing or consent. A-F only.

ICS 489 Software Techniques for Computer Visual Effects (3)

Principles, techniques, and history of visual effects and underlying software techniques for computer visual effects. Project-based course involving the merging of computer generated imagery with live action footage. A-F only. Pre: 487.

ICS 482 Topics in Computer Graphics (3)

Review of selected graphics literature, with a software development project based on a topic of interest. A-F only. Pre: 481.

ICS 488 Digital Content Creation II (4)

Software development within a commercial 3D application with a focus on scripting and plugin development for procedural modeling, animation, and shading. A-F only. Pre: 487.

ICS 487 Digital Content Creation I (4)

Principles, techniques, and history of 3D computer graphics. Modeling and animation techniques will be covered, as well as basic lighting and rendering. A-F only. Pre: 481.

PH 211 Public Health Student Success in the College Experience (2)

Required for entering PH majors to gain strategies for a successful college experience while studying public health. Students will examine academic and career goals and implement strategies to achieve them. PH majors only. A-F only.

HWST 212 ‘A‘a Ka Hula: Introduction to Hula (3)

Introductory-level, performance-based Hula (Dance) exploring Kanaka Maoli identity and world view through ancestral knowledge as presented in Mele (Song, Poetry) and Moʻolelo (History and Literatures). A-F only. Pre: 107, and HAW 100 or HAW 101.

GEO 745 Seminar: Geographies of Migration (3)

Topics vary; may include immigration, borders, refugees, asylum, climate change, and displacement. Repeatable one time. A-F only.

EDCS 635 Autoethnography in Education (3)

Exploration and application of autoethnography as a self-reflexive research method that utilizes the retelling of lived experience and emotion to examine historical, critical, and social topics. Graduate students only.

ASAN 305 Career Pathways in Asian Studies (3)

Explore the range of careers related to Asian Studies and develop skills and materials to build your academic success into a meaningful career. Students create a job search portfolio they can share with prospective employers.

SPED 306 Special Education Law and Compliance (3)

Analysis of legislation, litigation, and administrative rulings in special education, with an emphasis on teaching expository writing and developing legally sound policies/procedures that ensure educationally meaningful and legally correct education for students with disabilities. BEd in SPED majors only. A-F only. (Summer only)

CEE 673 Negotiation (3)

Theory and practice of negotiation. Exploration of appropriate strategies, tactics, and communication techniques. Study of dyadic multi-party, cross-cultural, and assisted negotiations. (Cross-listed as MGT 660)

MGT 653 High Growth Entrepreneurship (V)

An interdisciplinary (JD-MBA) course examining legal, business, and technology issues related to building high growth companies. Student teams develop company feasibility reports and skills necessary to advise or build high growth businesses. Recommended: 531. Law, MBA, and ME students only. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as LAW 560 and ME 680)

MBIO 695 Place-Based Pedagogy for Course-Based Undergraduate Research Experiences (1)

Introduces students to place-based science education with an emphasis on Hawaiʻi marine science classrooms. Includes discussions on inclusive teaching methods, CUREs, and effective instruction in laboratory and field environments. A-F only. Instructor approval required. Co-requisite: 795. (Summer only)

ES 451 Raciolinguistics (3)

Theory and applications of critical race studies, ethnic studies, and linguistic anthropology as they pertain to the science of language, language behavior, language attitudes, and language in the public sphere. (Cross-listed as LING 418)

LING 418 Raciolinguistics (3)

Theory and applications of critical race studies, ethnic studies, and linguistic anthropology as they pertain to the science of language, language behavior, language attitudes, and language in the public sphere. (Cross-listed as ES 451)

HWST 314 Kū Ka Pūnohu: Intermediate Oli (3)

Intermediate-level, performance-based Oli (Chant) course exploring Kanaka Maoli identity and world view through ancestral knowledge as presented in Mele (Song, Poetry) and Moʻolelo (History and Literatures). A-F only. Pre: 214, and HAW 201 (or concurrent).

HWST 312 Ke Haʻa Lā: Intermediate Hula

Intermediate-level, performance-based Hula (Dance) course exploring Kanaka Maoli identity and world view through ancestral knowledge as presented in Mele (Song, Poetry) and Moʻolelo (History and Literatures). Pre: 212, and HAW 201 (or concurrent), or consent.

HWST 214 Kūnihi Ka Mauna: Introduction to Oli (3)

(2 1-hr Lec, 1 2-hr Lab/practice) Introductory-level, performance-based Oli (Chant) exploring Kanaka Maoli identity and world view through ancestral knowledge as presented in Mele (Song, Poetry) and Moʻolelo (History and Literatures). Pre: 107, and HAW 100 or HAW 101.

BIOM 599 Clinical Research Review (1)

Research elective for medical students. MD students only. CR/NC only. Pre: MDED 554 or consent. (Fall only)

HWST 672 Indigenous Futurisms: Hawaiʻi, Polynesia, and Beyond (3)

Seminar on Indigenous Futurisms as developed in Hawaiʻi, Polynesia, and other Indigenous contexts, and expressed through art, literature, film, music, and scholarship.

JPN 360 Japanese Language Abroad Electives (V)

Students will directly enroll in Japanese language courses at J.F. Oberlin University or Konan University. Repeatable two times for different topics, up to nine credits. A-F only. Pre: instructor consent.

PACE 479 ‘Ike Kūpuna: Introduction to Indigenous Frameworks for Peace Building (3)

Survey of the concepts and major theories of indigenous epistemology that can create social change. Pre: any 100- or 200-level DS course.

MBIO 795 Internship in College Teaching (Marine Science) (V)

Introduction to college-level science teaching; masters or doctoral students serve as apprentices to professors; responsibilities include supervised teaching, planning and evaluation. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only. Pre: instructor approval. (Summer only)

LING 440 Topics in Linguistics (3)

Variable topics in special areas of Linguistics, depending on instructor interest. Repeatable two times. Pre: 320.

JPN 330 Linquistic Analysis of Manga & Anime (3)

Study of basic linguistic concepts and phenomena through manga and anime (and other Japanese fiction). Class activities will consist of lecture, discussion, and analysis of linguistic data. Pre: 202, 205, 217, or consent.

WGSS 343 Intersectional Feminist Geographies (3)

Explores space and place from intersectional feminist perspectives including Indigenous, Black, island, post-colonial and queer geographies. Focuses on contemporary case studies in gender and sexuality. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as GEO 343)

GEO 343 Intersectional Feminist Geographies (3)

Explores space and place from intersectional feminist perspectives including Indigenous, Black, island, post-colonial and queer geographies. Focuses on contemporary case studies in gender and sexuality. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as WGSS 343)

ASTR 792 Stars and Planets Lunch and Talks (SPLAT) Seminar (1)

Seminar for graduate students and researchers discussing the latest results on solar, stellar, and exoplanet research. Repeatable one time. ASTR majors only. Graduate students only. CR/NC only.

NAVL 395 United States Pacific Fleet Internship (6)

Leadership development, teamwork, and activities designed for NROTC students. Learn how to write a federal resume, be a Federal Employee, and learn the skills needed to complete and present their U.S. Pacific Fleet capstone project. CR/NC only. Pre: 100L, 101, 102, 201, 202, 303, 304, or 402. (Summer only)

CALL 110 Exploring Expression: Foundations in Arts, Languages & Letters (1)

First-year seminar for majors in the College of Arts, Languages & Letters that includes emphasis on the introduction to studies in a liberal arts curriculum and emphasizes the importance of writing in this discipline. CALL majors only, or consent. Freshmen only. A-F only. (Fall only)

CHN 422 Media Analysis in Chinese (3)

Use authentic materials, including texts, videos, and postings from social media with Advanced and Superior level discourse and content to build Superior Chinese proficiency and social media literacy, and understand society and contemporary issues. Pre: 402, or 404, or 405, or instructor consent.

ASAN 259 East Asian Popular Cultures (3)

East Asian popular culture, with a focus on Korea and Japan, as well as the Chinese language sphere. Analyzes social forces shaping pop culture industries, artists, and productions in the region from a global perspective. A-F only. (Cross-listed as SOC 259)

SOC 259 East Asian Popular Cultures (3)

East Asian popular culture, with a focus on Korea and Japan, as well as the Chinese language sphere. Analyzes social forces shaping pop culture industries, artists, and productions in the region from a global perspective. A-F only. (Cross-listed as ASAN 259)

HAW 325 Mo‘olelo Pōkole (3)

Development of reading comprehension, pronunciation, vocabulary, and Hawaiian cultural knowledge through reading of Hawaiian language short stories. Short stories are from primary and secondary sources written by a variety of authors across different time periods. Pre: 202 or consent.

LAW 594 Native Health Ethics, Law, and Policy (3)

Review theories and laws concerning health care ethics, policy, and practice using Indigenous case studies. Topics include Indigenous health systems, advocacy, and the intersecting issues of self-determination, ethics, agenda setting, and the policy cycle. A-F only. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as PH 673)

CINE 323 Movement Study for Animation (3)

Creating the illusion of life and expressive movement through the principles of 2D animation: timing, spacing, physics, staging, anatomy, attitude, and acting. SCA majors only. A-F only. Pre: 216.

CINE 322 Visual Development for Animation (3)

Visual design and development for animated characters and environments. Students will create concept art, character, and prop designs; movements styles; backgrounds; and layouts for animation pre-production. SCA majors only. A-F only. Pre: 216.

MUS 105 Musical Meaning: How Music Shapes Identity (3)

The role of music from Africa, Asia, and Hawai‘i in shaping and expressing culture in the U.S. Freshmen or sophomore standing only. A-F only. (Spring only)

ASAN 466 Transpacific Youth Pop Culture: From K-pop to Tiktok (3)

Examines ties between East Asian and Asian American digital media, including comics, movies, TV shows, music, and video games, to examine the dreams, fears, and aspirations of young Asians and Asian Americans. A-F only (Summer only)

SLS 170 Language by the Numbers (3)

Understanding quantitative information and analyses related to language and language learning/multilingualism. Topics include data description and visualization, basic statistics, and evaluating quantitative analyses. A-F only.

CINE 322 Visual Development for Animation (3)

Visual design and development for animated characters and environments. Students will create concept art, character and prop designs, movement styles, backgrounds, and layouts for animation pre-production. SCA majors only. A-F only. Pre: 216.

SPAN 605 Spanish Translation Studies (3)

Study of social, cultural, and pragmatic issues in Spanish Translation Studies. Graduate students only. Pre: consent. (Alt. years)

HIST 158 Global History of Food (3)

Exploration of food and eating from historical, cultural, economic, and geopolitical perspectives. Includes both historical and contemporary issues.

THEA 100 Introduction to Stage, Screen, and New Media Writing (3)

Introduction to college level writing and information literacy for and about the stage (theatre, dance, performance), the screen (film, television), and new media (digital platforms, social media). A-F only. (Cross-listed as DNCE 100)

DNCE 100 Introduction to Stage, Screen, and New Media Writing (3)

Introduction to college level writing and information literacy for and about the stage (theatre, dance, performance), the screen (film, television), and new media (digital platforms, social media). A-F only. (Cross-listed as THEA 100)

ASAN 150 Introduction to Research and Writing in Asian Studies (3)

Introduction to research and writing in Asian Studies provides a structured overview of the research and writing process from an interdisciplinary perspective, focused on Asia. A-F only. (Fall only)

GERI 599 Directed Reading and Research (V)

One-on-one independent study for students interested in geriatrics and/or palliative medicine. Students will work with a faculty mentor to define an area of interest and meet regularly for guidance and feedback. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only.

SOCS 470 Advanced Digital Media for Social, Cultural, and Community Engagement (3)

Advanced digital media techniques for creating high-quality video content that promotes social, cultural, and community engagement. Focus on writing and oral skills with emphasis on visual storytelling and distribution on broadcast and social media platforms. A-F only. Junior standing or higher. Pre: 370 or instructor approval. (Fall only)

SOCS 370 Intermediate Digital Media Design and Production for the Social Sciences (3)

Focus on theoretical and practical methods for media design and production of high-quality creative digital content. Emphasis on social media strategies and oral communication skills to attract mass online audiences. A-F only. Junior standing or higher. Pre: 270 or instructor approval. (Spring only)

CEE 489 Senior Design Project & Professional Ethics (3)

Design problem involving several areas of civil engineering and requiring a team approach for a solution. Oral communication skills are assessed through multiple presentations to an industry. Engineering ethics, ethical decision making and deliberation. A-F only. CEE or CNST majors only. Senior standing only. Pre: 220, 250, and 305. (Fall only)

ENG 369 Film History (3)

Introduction to the history of film as art, industry, and socio-cultural representation from the invention of the moving picture to 1965. Pre: one ENG DL course or consent.

ENG 360 Film, Literature, and Adaptation (3)

Comparative analysis of literary texts and their screen adaptations. Pre: one ENG DL course or consent.

ELI 075 Intermediate Academic Literacy (3)

Introduction to the academic English-language literacy demands required at the university. Extensive practice in academic reading, writing, and vocabulary development. Designed as a bridge to advanced-level ELI courses in reading and writing. CR/NC only.

SUST 309 Environmental Issues (3)

Global environmental problems in historical perspective; physical, biological, sociocultural views. Pre: one of BIOL 101, BIOL 123, or GEO 101; or consent. (Cross-listed as BIOL 310)

DNCE 668 Advanced Topics in Performance in Hawai‘i (3)

Analysis of Hawai‘i’s indigenous performance traditions, the contemporary multicultural landscape of theatre in Ko Hawai‘i Pae ‘āina, and the representation of Kanaka Maoli and settler voices on Hawai‘i’s stages. Repeatable one time. Graduate students only. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as THEA 668)

DNCE 615 Performance Theory (3)

Introduction to key texts and concepts of performance studies. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as THEA 615)

PUBA 629 Public Policy and Advocacy (3)

Designed to deepen students’ ability to understand and influence the policy process in Hawai‘i and the U.S. Topics include theories of the policy process, and advocacy strategies, legal constraints, and coalition building. PUBA majors only or approval of instructor. A-F only.

OCN 636 Aquatic Chemistry (3)

Chemical reactions support lie and stabilize Earth’s climate. We explore marine and fresh waters through chemical dquilibrium and reaction kinetics. Topics include mineral stability, ocean acidification, complexation/bioavailability, pollution, and quantitative approximation of natural systems. Pre: 623 (or concurrent), or consent. (Alt. years: spring)

COM 652 Media Effects (3)

Critical examination of major media effects theories and topic areas. Must be enrolled in one of the following majors: COM, CIS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 611 (or concurrent) or consent.

BIOL 108 Current Topics in Biomedical Research Seminar (1)

Overview of contemporary laboratory- and  population-based studies of disease. Discussion of career pathways in human health sciences. Public health and epidemiology of cancer. A-F only. Pre: 171 (or concurrent). (Fall only)

COMG 462 Science Communication (3)

Introduction to principles for communicating science information effectively to a variety of audiences including the general public, policy makers, and profession peers. Application of these principles to create written and oral science communication products. Restricted to students with 60 or more credits. A-F only.

ICS 639 Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (3)

Covers the latest developments in human-centered artificial intelligence, including ethics, bias, explainability, privacy, fairness, and usability. Involves discussion, writing assignments, and a final project. A-F only.

SUST 404 Climate, Air Quality, & Policy (3)

Examination of air quality problems from scientific and policy perspectives. Includes case studies that explore economic, political, technical, and legal aspects of pollution control. Pre: junior standing or higher, or consent. (Cross-listed as GEO 404)

COM 658 Public Diplomacy and Communication (3)

Analysis of the emerging trends in international relations from communication and public relations perspectives. Focuses on factors, characteristics, and processes. COM majors only. A-F only. Pre: 611 (or concurrent) or consent.

COM 428 Environmental Storytelling Through an Indigenous Lens (3)

Through media arts storytelling techniques, will focus on reframing perspectives and creativity from an Indigenous lens to communicate environmental-centric stories geared toward improving our communities’ quality of life. COM majors only or consent.

ERTH 440 Coastal Geochemistry (3)

Covers aqueous geochemistry at the land-ocean interface, including the distribution of major and minor ions, trace metals, organic chemicals, and nutrients. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 200 or 201, CHEM 162, and MATH 241 or MATH 251A; or consent. (Alt. years: spring)

NREM 650 Soil Plant Nutrient Relations (4)

(2 Lec, 2 3-hr Lab) Soil-plant interactions, emphasis on characteristics of tropical soils and plants influencing nutrient uptake by plants. Diagnostic methods to identify nutrient deficiencies and element toxicity. Pre: 450 (with a minimum grade of C-) or consent. (Cross-listed as TPSS 650)

SUST 102L The Natural Environment Lab (1)

A survey of field and laboratory methods commonly used by physical geographers. Pre: GEO 101 (or concurrent). (Cross-listed as GEO 101L)

CEE 250 CAD/BIM/3D Visualization (3)

Computer-aided drafting (CAD) tools using AutoCAD and Revit. AutoCAD interface, titleblocks, model/paper space, viewports, texts and annotation, dimensioning. Basics of BIM, toolbox, modeling techniques, annotating, dimensioning. CAD drafting to real-world engineering applications. Repeatable one time. Restricted to CEE majors. Sophomore standing or higher.

CEE 220 Surveying/Geodesy/Geomatics (3)

Plane surveying for cadastral, engineering, and construction applications including taping, leveling, traverses, bearings and azimuths, areas and volumes, EDM. Geodesy, map projections, satellite geodesy (GPS), geodetic surveying and photogrammetry. Field lab in notes and procedures. Repeatable one time. Restricted to CEE majors. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: MATH 252A or 242.

CINE 356 Costumes I: Beginning Costume Design (3)

Basic principles and approaches to costume design for theatre and dance. Visual communication methods, creative process, historical research, and organizational practices. Repeatable one time. Pre: 240, or consent. (Cross-listed as DNCE 356 and THEA 356)

CINE 353 Scenic I: Beginning Scenic Design (3)

Workshop introducing the basic principles and approaches of scenic design for theatre and dance, with emphasis on the creative process. Pre: a course in THEA or DNCE, production experience, or consent. (Consent required for production experience option) (Cross-listed as DNCE 353 and THEA 353)

ICS 615 Software Quality and Maintenance (3)

Introduction to software quality concepts and the major activities involved in software maintenance. A-F only.

DNCE 111 Introduction to Oceanic Dance (V)

Beginning techniques of Oceanic dance. Repeatable three times, up to 12 credits

DNCE 104 Introduction to Balinese Dance (V)

Beginning techniques of Balinese dance. Repeatable three times, up to 12 credits.

CEE 610 Machine Learning in Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Science (3)

Statistical machine learning and deep learning methods. Script languages for data-driven model training, validation and test. Analysis with linear algebra and statistics. Applications to engineering and earth science problems. Pre: consent; knowledge of Python Programming desirable. (Alt. years: fall)

GES 471 Advanced Environmental Data Science (3)

Advanced applications of environmental data science: combine data with Bayesian inference, make predictions using artificial neural networks, and analyze data in space and time using the Python language with biological and geophysical datasets. GES majors only A-F only. Pre: 302 and 371 and MATH 242. (Fall only)

GES 371 Environmental Data Science (3)

Provides an introduction to environmental data science by applying python-based programming techniques to Earth science datasets. GES majors only. A-F only. Pre: MATH 242, and ICS 110P or ICS 110C or ERTH 250. (Spring only)

PH 720 Systematic Literature Review in Public Health (3)

Imparts skills in conducting a systematic review of the literature. Students provided critiques by instructor and classmates on their written and presented work. Intended for doctoral students to complete their qualifying paper. Repeatable one time. PH majors only; doctoral students only. A-F only. Pre: consent or PhD in PH or EPID only.

ASTR 326 Modern Extragalactic Astronomy (3)

Use of astronomical surveys to map large-scale distribution of galaxies. Internal structure & dynamics of galaxies. Evolution of galaxy populations over cosmic time. Theoretical understanding of galaxy formation in context of modern Big Bang cosmology. Pre: 210 or 242; and 300 (or concurrent); and PHYS 152 or PHYS 274. Recommended: 280. (Alt. years: spring)

NURS 688L Clinical: Psychiatric-Mental Health Advanced Practice Nursing Across the Lifespan III (V)

Repeatable one time, up to six credits. Complements NURS 688; prepares DNP students to become psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioners; and incorporates the accrual of 135 clinical hours. Repeatable one time or up to six credits. NURS majors only. A-F only.

NURS 688 Theory: Psychiatric-Mental Health Advanced Practice Nursing Across the Lifespan III (3)

The final of three courses focused on preparing students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program to become psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs). NURS majors only. A-F only.

NURS 687 Family and Group Psychotherapy for Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (3)

Major approaches in family and group psychotherapy are examined in this course. The role of the PMHNP and issues in providing care across the lifespan, among diverse populations, in traditional and non-traditional settings are addressed. NURS majors only. A-F only.

NURS 686L Clinical: Psychiatric-Mental Health Advanced Practice Nursing Across the Lifespan II (V)

Repeatable one time, up to six credits. Complements NURS 686; prepares DNP students to become psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioners; and incorporates the accrual of 135 clinical hours. Repeatable one time or up to six credits. NURS majors only. A-F only.

NURS 686 Theory: Psychiatric-Mental Health Advanced Practice Nursing Across the Lifespan II (3)

The second of three courses focused on preparing students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program to become psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs). NURS majors only. A-F only.

NURS 685 Individual Psychotherapy for Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (3)

Major modalities of individual psychotherapy, such as psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, brief solution-focused, and multicultural approaches will be examined. Critical dialogue about race, gender, culture, sexuality and socioeconomic status will be applied to case studies and reenactments. NURS majors only. A-F only.

NURS 684L Clinical: Psychiatric-Mental Health Advanced Practice Nursing Across the Lifespan I (V)

Repeatable one time, up to six credits. Complements NURS 684; prepares DNP students to become psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioners; and incorporates the accrual of 135 clinical hours. NURS majors only. A-F only.

NURS 684 Theory: Psychiatric-Mental Health Advanced Practice Nursing Across the Lifespan I (3)

First of three courses focused on preparing students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program to become psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs). NURS majors only. A-F only.

NURS 683 Psychobiology of Mental Health Disorders (3)

Focuses on the psychological and biological factors that influence mental health and illness among diverse groups of individuals across the lifespan. Relevant biopsychosocial theories and research findings are applied. NURS majors only. A-F only.

NURS 631 Advanced Psychopharmacology Across the Lifespan (3)

Examines the legal, ethical and therapeutic role of the psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) in prescribing psychotropic medications for diverse groups of individuals across the lifespan. Diverse biopsychosocial perspectives will be considered. NURS majors only. A-F only.

EALL 100 Writing East Asia (3)

An introduction to writing analytically and cross-culturally about East Asia (China, Japan, Korea) and various aspects of East Asian culture. (Fall only)

OCN 310 Global Environmental Change (3)

Global environmental change problems such as carbon dioxide and the greenhouse effect, acid rain, chlorofluorocarbons and the ozone layer, global deforestation and the effect on climate, etc. Pre: 200, OCN 201, ERTH 101, ERTH 103, or ERTH 170; or consent. (Cross-listed as ATMO 310)

BIOL 454 Natural History of Hawaiian Islands (3)

(2 Lec, 1 1-hr Lab) Geography, geology, climatology, biotic environment of Pacific Basin and Hawaiian Islands; endemism and evolution in terrestrial and marine biota. Pre: one semester of biological sciences at college level. (Cross-listed as SUST 450) 

CINE 352 Screening Asian Americans (3)

Survey of Asian and Asian American representations in American film and television from the silent era to the present, with an emphasis on Orientalism and multiculturalism, as well as performance and spectatorship. SCA majors: A-F only. Pre: junior standing or consent. (Cross-listed as AMST 352)

SOCS 270 Introduction to Digital Media for the Social Sciences (3)

Incorporates hands on instruction for creating informational media content, to include learning how to use camera and sound equipment, learning how to edit and create graphics, and learning presentation techniques. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only.

SUST 201 Climate Change (3)

Introduction to the science of climate change focusing on Earth’s past, present and future, specifically, the causes, consequences, and record of past changes; future projections,
mitigation, and adaptation. Appropriate for both science and non-science majors. Pre: ERTH 101 or ERTH 103 or ERTH 104 or ERTH 106 or ERTH 111 or ERTH 130 or ATMO 101 or GES 102, or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as ERTH 201)

REL 214 Viking Religion (3)

Introduction to the Scandinavian religions in the Viking Age, their depiction
in popular culture, and reconstruction in the form of new religious movements.

CLAS 332 Topics in Ancient Greek Thought (3)

Explore a central aspect of ancient Greek philosophy and literature. This may be a theme, such as tragedy or emotions; a thinker, such as Aristotle; or a since monumental text, such as Plato’s Republic. Pre: one PHIL 200-level course, or consent. (Cross-listed as PHIL 332)

PHIL 332 Topics in Ancient Greek Thought (3)

Explore a central aspect of ancient Greek philosophy and literature. This may be a theme, such as tragedy or emotions; a thinker, such as Aristotle; or a since monumental text, such as Plato’s Republic. Pre: one PHIL 200-level course, or consent. (Cross-listed as CLAS 332)

IS 485 One Health Practicum (3)

Provide certificate students with real-world experience and opportunity to integrate and apply classroom learning in a professional environment. Intended for students who prefer to pursue a supervised, practical experience rather than a research-based project. A-F only. Pre: PH 441. (Cross-listed as TRMD 485)

TRMD 485 One Health Practicum (3)

Provide certificate students with real-world experience and opportunity to integrate and apply classroom learning in a professional environment. Intended for students who prefer to pursue a supervised, practical experience rather than a research-based project. A-F only. Pre: PH 441. (Cross-listed as IS 485)

IS 490 One Health Seminar (2)

Weekly presentations and discussions on current events and research in the field of One Health. Presentation topics may include research progress, literature reviews, or research proposals. Repeatable unlimited times. A-F only. Pre: PH 441. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as TRMD 490)

TRMD 490 One Health Seminar (2)

Weekly presentations and discussions on current events and research in the field of One Health. Presentation topics may include research progress, literature reviews, or research proposals. Repeatable unlimited times. A-F only. Pre: PH 441. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as IS 490)

IS 395 One Health Journal Club (1)

Students gain critical reading skills in the presentation and discussion of published literature on One Health-related topics. Repeatable unlimited times. A-F only. Pre: PH 441. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as TRMD 395)

TRMD 395 One Health Journal Club (1)

Students gain critical reading skills in the presentation and discussion of published literature on One Health-related topics. Repeatable unlimited times. A-F only. Pre: PH 441. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as IS 395)

GES 302 GES Thesis Proposal (1)

Supports GES majors in producing a thesis proposal that outlines and describes the timeline, required resources, etc. of the degree-required project. CR/NC only. GES majors only. Sophomore standing or higher.

PACE 405 Media Ethics (3)

Ethics and social responsibility for media professionals. Application of ethical theories and principles to case studies and research projects through writing assignments. JOUR majors only. Pre: one DS course. (Cross-listed as JOUR 460)

NURS 732 Best Practices & Innovation in Teaching and Learning in Nursing Education (3)

Current best practices and innovative teaching and learning strategies in nursing education. NURS majors only. A-F only.

NURS 749 Curriculum Evaluation & Accreditation in Nursing Education (3)

Current trends of planning for evaluation and critical analysis and application of curriculum evaluation in nursing curriculum. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 474 with a minimum grade of B-.

LAW 585 Refugees, Asylum & Forced Migration (V)

Based on international agreements, implemented through domestic federal statutory law, and administered by Executive Branch agencies who are subject to judicial review, creating a rich context for legal learning. LAW majors only. (Alt. years)

LAW 581 Advanced Immigration Law & Policy (V)

Current immigration policy developments as a window into the way law, both legislated and case-law driven, interacts with policy objectives to produce desirable as well as unanticipated outcomes. LAW majors only. (Alt years)

LAW 577 Advanced Legal Analysis (V)

Designed to help students enhance their legal writing and analysis skills as law students, bar examinees, and legal professionals. LAW majors only.

LAW 553 E-Discovery (V)

Surveys the relevant law, theory, and practice governing the review and production of electronically stored information, focusing on the rules of civil procedure, the rules of evidence, and case law. LAW majors only. Pre: 516 and 517 with a minimum grade of C-.

LAW 551 Beyond Guilt Hawai‘i (V)

Will serve the community by offering free legal services to those with unjust sentences, train law students in the area of criminal justice, and bring together social service organizations and providers who can help those freed by the clinic to successfully re-enter society. LAW students only.

ANSC 682 Advanced Topics in Animal Sciences (V)

Advanced topics in animal sciences, from basic to applied research, including current issues and critical analysis of current research literature. Repeatable two times, up to nine credits. ANSC majors only. Graduate students only.

NHH 599 Directed Reading/Research in Native Hawaiian Health (V)

Instruction of medical students in the social determinants of health, issues of health equity, specifically in Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders and/or disadvantaged people and teach them how these issues can be addressed through research. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only.

OCN 319L Global Environmental Change Laboratory (2)

(2-hr Lab) Laboratory to supplement GES 311. Quantitative aspects of global environmental change will be addressed through problem-solving and computer modeling. GES majors only. A-F only. Pre: GES 311, MATH 242, PHYS 170/170L, and CHEM 161/161L; or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as GES 319L)

ERTH 469 Origin of the Solar System (3)

Exploration of the origin and evolution of our solar system. Understanding the composition of the universe and its constituents (planets, asteroids, stars, comets, and meteorites). A-F only. Pre: 101 or 103 or 104 or 106 or 130 and CHEM 161 and PHYS 170. (Alt. years: spring)

ERTH 313 Plate Tectonics and Geodynamics (3)

Mechanics of lithosphere deformation related to plate convergence, rifting and strike-slip faulting, and the evolution of mountain belts. Use of theory and skillbuilding techniques to measure, describe, analyze, and interpret structures on Earth. A-F only. Pre: 200 or 201; and 250; and MATH 241 or MATH 251A; and PHYS 170. (Fall only)

ENG 276 Introduction to Literature: Rhetoric and Literature (3)

Study of significant works of literature and rhetoric through a rhetorical analytical lens. A significant portion is dedicated to writing instruction. Requires a minimum of 4,000 words of graded writing. Repeatable one time. Pre: FW

ARCH 645 Historic Preservation (3)

Federal, state, and local laws and regulations that regulate and provide protection to significant archaeological and historical resources in Hawai‘i and the region. (Alt. years: spring only) (Cross-listed as AMST 645 and ANTH 645)

ARCH 623 American Architecture (3)

Cultural analysis of the evolution of American architecture from the Colonial period to the present involving sociopolitical and economic, as well as aesthetic, considerations. (Cross-listed as AMST 623)

NAVL 401 Naval Operations and Seamanship (3)

Study of U.S. Navy ships professional and efficient operations. Lecture series on Fleet communications, tactical employment, relative motion plotting, seamanship, Joint Warfare, and employment of naval forces as an element of National Security. A-F only. Pre: 201. (Fall only)

HIST 428 Topics on Transitional Justice (3)

Explores how societies in the wake of armed conflict, repression, or mass human rights abuses build institutional capacities for promoting justice, human rights, and the rule of law

ERTH 398 Undergraduate Research in Earth Sciences (3)

Research experience for Earth Science undergraduates. Under the guidance of a mentor, the student will conduct research and write a report on the background, methods, data, interpretations, and conclusions of the work. Repeatable one time only. Earth Sciences majors only. Junior standing or higher. CR/NC only.

ERTH 201 Climate Change (3)

Introduction to the science of climate change focusing on Earth’s past, present and future, specifically, the causes, consequences, and record of past changes; future projections, mitigation, and adaptation. Appropriate for both science and non-science majors. Pre: 101 or 103 or 104 or 106 or 111 or 130 or ATMO 101 or GES 102, or consent. (Fall only)

PHIL 104 Philosophy Through Computer Science (3)

Introduction to classic philosophical issues (e.g., external world skepticism and free will) through computational concepts grounded in an introduction to computer science using Python. A-F only.

THEA 362 Curtain Up! Broadway Musicals, Then and Now (3)

Traces the history of the Broadway musical in a survey of works from the mid-1800s through the recent “Hamilton” phenomenon, and explores their developmental process, structure, and sociocultural, religious, and political contexts. Pre: MUS 106 or consent. (Cross-listed as MUS 362)

MATH 370 Financial Mathematics (3)

Interest rate measurement, valuation of annuities, loan repayment, bond valuation, rate of return. Term structure of interest rates, cashflow duration, and immunization. Financial mathematics actuarial exam topics. Pre: 216 or 242 or 252A or (203 and BUS 250). (Alt. years: fall)

ICS 684 Advanced Data Visualization (3)

Explores advanced techniques in data visualization by surveying visualization techniques from the past 5-10 years, and designing and developing data visualizations leveraging those techniques. Graduate students only. (Fall only)

ASTR 185 Introduction to Astronomical Research (1)

Introduction to astronomical research, including literature resources, basic computing skills, software tools, data analysis, scientific communication, and research opportunities. Prepares students for effective internships and directed research projects. ASTR and ASTP majors only. A-F only. (Spring only)

SOC 344 Sociology of Happiness in Unsettled Times (3)

Combines theoretical, scientific and ‘hands-on’ learning to explore how happiness and well-being can be cultivated, even in this challenging era of extreme global climate events. Pre: 100 or a 200-level SOC course.

HIST 405 Themes of War in History (3)

Explores cross-cutting themes of war from ancient times to the present, such as concepts of just war and unjust war, valor and heroism, and war trauma among combatants and civilian populations in conflict zones.

ERTH 468 Lunar Geology (3)

Introduction to the basics of the geology and spectroscopy of our Moon. A-F only. Senior standing or higher. Pre: 101. (Fall only)

WGSS 357 Queer Dance Exploratory (3)

Queer dance exploration in movement practices and performance. Repeatable two times. Open to all majors. A-F only. (Cross-listed as DNCE 357)

BIOL 601 Life Sciences Colloquium (1)

Seminars presented with the School of Life Sciences; topics will vary across the biological sciences. Repeatable up to four credits. BOT, MBIO, MICR, ZOOL graduate students only.

ASAN 326 Media, Advertising & Desire in East Asia (3)

Examines concepts of beauty and desire in East Asian cultures within historical and contemporary media contexts. Uses critical theory and in-depth case studies to explore how images, language, and branding work in contemporary Asian societies. A-F only. Pre: ENG 100. (Summer only)

ASTR 601 Being a Professional Astronomer (1)

Seminar for beginning graduate students focusing on professional skills needed for astronomy and discussing possible research opportunities. Repeatable one time. ASTR majors only. Graduate students only. CR/NC only. (Fall only)

THEA 680 Directing Multicultural Theatre (3)

Directing multicultural/intercultural theatre; development of new performance styles based on the study of diverse theatre traditions from around the world; directing of scenes and one-act plays. A-F only. Repeatable one time. Pre: graduate theatre major and one directing course with a minimum grade of B, or consent.

LING 641 Professionalism in Linguistics (3)

Topics related to career development and professional/scholarly communication in linguistics, including CVs, abstracts, grant proposals, publications, conference planning. Topics vary by instructor. Repeatable two times. Pre: consent.

ANTH 651 Decolonizing Anthropology (3)

Decolonizing approaches to anthropology with a focus on South Africa and its relevance for the Pacific and U.S. Topics include race, inequality, nationalism, migration, heritage, and violence.

REL 305 Sacred Animals (3)

Critical study of the ethical treatment of nonhuman animals and the religious beliefs and practices associated with them throughout history and across various cultures. Emphasis on teaching oral communication. 

NAVL 100L Leadership Laboratory (1)

Laboratory instruction will include leadership development, teamwork, physical fitness training, and activities designed for students pursuing Navy and Marine Corps commissions. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only

DNCE 357 Queer Dance Exploratory (3)

Queer dance exploration in movement practices and performance. Repeatable two times. Open to all majors. A-F only. (Cross-listed as WGSS 357)

BOT 475 Plant Ecology (4)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Ecological principles and process that determine patterns of plant distribution and abundance. Lectures cover theory and examples from primary literature. Labs cover study design, descriptive and experimental techniques, field skills, and data analysis and interpretation. A-F only. Pre: 305 or BIOL 305.

ART 310 Sound Design and Video Art (3)

Combined theory and practice studio art course examining the techniques, concepts, and aesthetics of congtemporary sound design and video art. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 202 or consent. (Spring only)

ANTH 451 Decolonizing Anthropology Through South Africa (3)

Decolonizing approaches to anthropology explored through the archaeology and ethnography of South Africa. Topics include race, inequality, nationalism, migration, heritage, and violence. Junior standing or higher. (Alt years)

PACE 301 Governing, Policy, and Political Journalism (3)

Survey of the institutions of democratic governance and the role of journalism in covering and analyzing public policy. A-F only. (Cross-listed as JOUR 301)

TPSS 333 Understanding Agroecosystems: Visualization, Interpretation, Analysis, and Application (3)

Designed for students interested in developing a critical framework for understanding different ways of measuring, visualizing, and interpreting the different goals humans have for agroecosystems. Repeatable one time. Pre: 200 or instructor consent. (Fall only)

SPED 489 Intensive Behavioral Interventions (3)

Principles of behavior, emphasizing positive methods for eliminating significant behavior problems and improving behavior and learning for students with severe disabilities and autism. BEd in SPED majors only. A-F only. Pre: 485B, 485C, or 485D. (Spring only)

SPED 463 Inclusive Practices Across the Curriculum-Mild/Moderate Disabilities (3)

Strategies for teaching science, math, and social studies to students with mild/moderate disabilities in secondary settings; selection of appropriate materials, teaching techniques, and curriculum development. BEd in SPED majors only. A-F only. (Fall only)

SPED 460 Introduction to Assessment and Instruction-Severe Disabilities/Autism (3)

Assessment methods and tools, instructional and assistive strategies, and special procedures to support the participation of students with severe disabilities and autism in inclusive settings. BEd in SPED majors only. A-F only. (Fall only

SPED 455 Secondary Transition-Mild/Moderate Disabilities (3)

Transition planning for youth with disabilities in preparation for postsecondary education, employment, and community living. BEd in SPED majors only. A-F only. (Spring only)

SPED 454 Non-School-Age Individuals with Severe Disabilities/Autism (3)

Effective planning, instruction, and support for non-school-age individuals (infants, toddlers, and adults) with severe disabilities or ASD across natural environments. BEd in SPED majors only. A-F only. (Spring only)

SPED 453 Physical and Medical Needs-Severe Disabilities/Autism (3)

Learning to teach children with physical and health impairments, with a focus on developing independence. Instructional and assistive strategies for meeting the student’s physical and medical
needs as well as managing medical conditions. BEd in SPED majors only. A-F only. (Fall only)

CEE 612 Risk Analysis and Decision Making (3)

Risk analysis and decision making are fundamental areas of construction and project management. Students will benefit from analyzing risks and learning various decision making techniques for real-time applications. A-F only. Pre: 472 and 474 or consent. (Alt. years: fall)

SPAN 330 Phonetics and Pronunciation Practice (3)

Analysis of the Spanish phonological system, in contrast with English. Practice in pronunciation. Pre: 301 or 310, or consent.

DNCE 424 Hawaiian Performance Workshop (3)

Training in skills and techniques for selected traditional Hawaiian performance forms and Hawaiian medium theatre. Emphasis on movement and vocal technique. Repeatable one time. Pre: one of: 312, 411, 412, HAW 202, HAW 321, HAW 384, HAW 486, THEA 101, THEA 221, THEA 224, THEA 468; or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as THEA 424)

NURS 645 Health Law (V)

Introduction to medical jurisprudence, medical malpractice, informed consent, health care decisions, medical ethics, the health care industry, managed care, financing health care, and the role of government in health care. LAW majors only; NURS DNP majors only (Cross-listed as LAW 532)

NURS 740 Health Policy and Economics (3)

Evaluate the implications of policies on health care funding and regulations, provider payments, and other variables shaping the ability of health care systems (Western and other) on advanced practice. NURS majors only. A-F only.

NURS 607 Applied Biostatistics and Epidemiology for Nurses in Advance Practice (3)

Investigation of epidemiologic and biostatistical methods for advance practice nurses within healthcare settings and complementary roles of epi/biostatistics in shaping advance nurse practice. Application of epi/biostatistical approaches to the design and analysis of DNP projects.
NURS majors only or permission. A-F only.

NAVL 402 Leadership and Ethics (3)

Introduces ethical theories in discussion-oriented formats to provide a solid foundation of various moral, ethical, and leadership philosophies. Serves to guide, refine, and strengthen moral character and increase awareness of different ethical decision-making tools. A-F only. (Spring only)

NAVL 304 Fund of Maneuver Warfare (3)

Introduction to the foundational concepts and history of the USMC as the premiere Maneuver Warfighting Organization. Theoretical course that utilizes historical examples. A-F only. (Fall only)

DIS 651 Sexuality & Health (3)

Examines concepts, theories, and skills-based practices of sexuality and
health. Topics on underserved populations, disability, reproductive health, family planning, and family health. Utilizes research-based curriculum/strategies to promote personal and social responsibility for health. (Cross-listed as KRS 651)

PACS 675 Topics in Histories of Oceania (3)

Reading and research on major issues, topics, and themes in the history of Oceania. Repeatable three times. Pre: graduate standing or consent. (Cross-listed as HIST 675

ECON 605 Macroeconomics for Business and Policy Analysis (3)

Topics on production, consumption, labor market, asset market, economic
growth, and business cycles are discussed with emphasis on real-economy applications and policy analysis. Implications of monetary, fiscal, and international finance and economic policies are explored. (Spring only)

HIST 619 Slavery and Modern Memory (3)

Exploration of contemporary resonances of slavery in the Americas through literature, historical scholarship, memory and trauma studies, and the visual and performing arts. Graduate students only. A-F only. (Cross-listed as AMST 619)

SLS 455 Learning and Teaching World Languages (3)

Hybrid technology intensive course for pre- or in-service teachers of world languages. Topics: online learning, curriculum and lesson planning, assessment, language teaching approaches, technology for learning world languages. Junior standing or higher. (Cross-listed as LLEA 455)

ICS 692 Special Topics Seminar (V)

Seminar discussing special topics in information and computer science. Topics and number of credits vary. Repeatable unlimited times.

ARCH 783 (Alpha) MArch Capstone Studio (V)

Advanced capstone architectural design research synthesizing theory and practice. (D) design; (R) research. MArch students only. A-F only. Pre: 716, 726, 744, and 745. Co-requisite: (R) for (D); (D) for (R).

FDM 367 Branding (3)

Study of principles and practices in brand architecture and effective brand-building strategies; analysis of a case study and application of the concepts of brand management. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 101. (Spring only)

KRS 650 Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Pedagogy and Practice (3)

Introduces concepts, theories, and pedagogies of Social Emotional Learning
(SEL), health and wellness, and trauma informed teaching with an emphasis on culture, social justice, and equity in Hawai‘i and our global community. A-F only. (Summer only) (Cross-listed as DIS 650 and EDCS 650)

DIS 650 Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Pedagogy and Practice (3)

Introduces concepts, theories, and pedagogies of Social Emotional Learning
(SEL), health and wellness, and trauma informed teaching with an emphasis on culture, social justice, and equity in Hawai‘i and our global community. A-F only. (Summer only) (Cross-listed as EDCS 650 and KRS 650)

ASAN 413 Resource Management in Southeast Asia (3)

Challenges associated with the management of land, water resources, fisheries, forests and agriculture in modern Southeast Asia. Case studies are used to illustrate current problems and evaluate potential management
solutions. A-F only. Pre: junior standing or higher. (Cross-listed as GEO 413)

PHIL 405 Marxism and Critical Theory (3)

Introduction to the philosophical works of Karl Marx and a historical overview of the development of the Frankfurt School of Critical Theory. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only.

PHIL 324 Philosophy of Disability (3)

Uses tools of philosophical inquiry to explore philosophical concepts emerging from the study of disability. Ethical issues of personhood and justice are discussed, with significant attention given to helping students express their thinking through writing. A-F only. 

MUS 348 Western Music and Japan (3)

Historical survey of Western music in Japan from modernization through the Meiji Restoration up to the present. Topics include: Western-style symphonic music, J-pop, and Enka by Japanese artists; develops written communication skills. Junior standing or higher.

CHN 410 High-Advanced Chinese II (3)

Aims to build Superior Level Chinese proficiency in reading, speaking, writing, and listening using authentic texts covering Chinese education, and economy, philosophy, while broadening and deepening knowledge of Chinese culture. Pre: 402, 404, 405, or instructor consent. (Spring only)

WGSS 614 Performance, Culture, and Theory (3)

Survey of major critical works in fields of performing arts and public culture (e.g., dance, theater, music, commemoration). Topics include: theoretical application for the discipline of American studies, and the impact of social movements and labor migration on the performing arts. (Cross-listed as AMST 615)

SPED 656 Advanced Diagnostic-Prescriptive Reading Intervention (3)

Structural and functional features of reading development using diagnostic-prescriptive reading intervention. Advanced diagnostic-prescriptive intervention selection and design for students with reading disabilities using tool-component-composite analysis. Graduate students only. A-F only. Pre: 655. Co-requisite: 629.

SPED 655 Reading Assessment & Tiered Intervention for Students with Disabilities (3)

Selection and administration of formal and informal assessments within a problem-solving model for designing robust reading instruction for struggling readers. Guiding planning and reading intervention using data-based decision-making. Graduate students only. A-F only. Pre: 421B or 421C or 421D, and 423. Co-requisite: 629.

SPED 423 Vocabulary Comprehension, Fluency & Writing Interventions for Students with Disabilities (3)

Development of and intervention for fluent reading vocabulary acquisition, comprehension and writing in students with disabilities. Explicit and systematic instruction of core aspects of reading and writing. A-F only. Pre: 421B, 421C, or 421D. (Summer only)

SW 472 Cultural Factors in Work with Hawaiians (3)

Provides students with a body of knowledge, skills, and values that facilitate social work with Native Hawaiians. SW or Social Welfare students.

SW 471 Ke A‘o Mau: Learning Preserved (3)

To provide a holistic examination of issues and to explore culturally-anchored resolutions and practices to achieve social justice and health and well-being. SW, Social Welfare, or PH students only.

SW 470 Native Hawaiian Perspectives: A Cultural Context for Well-Being (3)

To preserve the cultural knowledge of kupuna as it relates to health and wellbeing. Disseminate cultural knowledge of health and well-being to social work students and students in allied health professions. SW or Social Welfare students only.

CEE 652 Numerical Methods in Geotechnical Engineering (3)

Finite element and finite difference formulation and analyses to solve problems in geotechnical engineering. Also covers constitutive modelling. Pre: 355 (with a minimum grade of C) and 455 (with a minimum grade of C), or consent. (Alt. years)

SLS 611 Introduction to Second Language Assessment (3)

Assessment of second language knowledge and skills. Topics include design, use, and analysis of assessments. Graduate standing only or consent.

NURS 735 Effective Program Evaluation for Quality Improvement (3)

Integration of program evaluation and translational science for assessment
and communication of programmatic health impacts to improve well-being of patients, families, and stakeholders/communities at local, regional, national/ international levels. NURS majors only. A-F only.

NURS 681 Diagnosis & Management of Complex Care Across the Lifespan (2)

Culminating seminar synthesizing and applying concepts from all APRN
didactic course work, using case/problem-based learning via student and faculty-guided discussions. NURS majors only. A-F only.

NAVL 302 Naval Ship Systems II: Weapons (3)

Outlines the theory and employment of naval warship weapons systems. Supplemented with review/ analysis of case studies involving the moral and ethical responsibilities of leaders in the employment of weapons. A-F only. Pre: 301. (Spring only)

MUS 350 Marching Band Design and Techniques (V)

Design and techniques for the modern field marching band. Repeatable one time, up to four credits. Pre: 419E. (Alt. years)

HWST 648 Mele Hawa‘i: Mele as Systems of Knowledge (3)

Seminar on Mele Hawai‘i (Songs, Poetry, Chants) as systems of knowledge that record, communicate, and critique historical, political, environmental, and cultural information. Will include learning and analysis of mele, culminating with a research project. Pre: HAW 302 and (HWST 478 or HAW 384 or HAW 484).

EALL 320 Topics in Korean Culture (3)

Multi-disciplinary and historically-located study of Korean culture through the examination of literary and visual texts. Topics will depend upon the term. Repeatable one time with consent. Sophomore standing or higher. (Spring only)

GES 311 The Changing Earth and Climate System (3)

Covers the Earth system, including mass and energy transfers, biogeochemical cycles, natural and anthropogenic changes on regional and global scale. GES majors only. Pre: MATH 241, and GES 302 (or concurrent) and OCN 201 (or concurrent).

PHIL 100A Introduction to Philosophy:

Introduction to the kinds of problems that concern philosophers and to some of the solutions that have been attempted. DH

PHIL 110A Introduction to Deductive Logic (3)

Principles of modern deductive logic.

PHIL 102A Asian Traditions (3)

Universal themes and problems from Asian perspective.

PHIL 101A Introduction to Philosophy: Morals and Society (3)

Philosophical attempts to evaluate conduct, character, and social practices.

REL 170 Religion and the Environment (3)

Examines the roles contemporary religious groups play in ground movements for sustainability. Introduces students to key scholars, religious leaders, and activists who
are implementing sustainable solutions to pressing environmental problems. A-F only. (Cross-listed as SUST 170)

REL 160 Religion and Social Justice (3)

Religious persons and organizations play significant roles in fighting for issues of social justice worldwide. Introduces students to the relationship between religions and social
justice in China, South America, U.S., and Hawai‘i. Repeatable one time. A-F only.

LAIS 340 Chocolate Tales & Culinary Cultures: Latin America to Hawai‘i (3)

Traces evolution of uses, meanings, and cultural representations of chocolate and other food native to Latin America. Emphasis on how narratives of food and food practices engage with national, ethnic, social, and gender identity constructions. Sophomore standing or higher, or
consent.

LAIS 320 Vaqueros, Gauchos, Paniolo: Cowboy Legacies of the Americas and Hawai‘i (3)

Histories and traditions (literature, music, dance, poetry, food, fashion) of the Hispanic cowboy, Americas to Hawai‘i.
Examines symbolic interpretations of the vaquero concerning nation and identity, and the material consequences of ranching (colonialism, commerce, environment). Sophomore standing or higher, or consent.

DNCE 626 Advanced Topics in Performance (V)

Readings, discussion, research, and/or performance work. Repeatable two times, up to nine credits. THEA and DNCE majors only. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as THEA 626)

DATA 422 Network Science Methodology (3)

Computational and statistical methods for analyzing network models of social, technological, information, and biological networks. Introduction to relevant data analytics and graph analysis software packages. Pre: (ICS 311 or ECE 367) or consent. (Cross-listed as ICS 422)

DATA 110 (Alpha) Introduction to Computer Programming (3)

Basic concepts needed to write computer programs. Simple program design and implementation using a specific programming language; ((P) Python. Each alpha repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only. ((P) Cross-listed as ICS 110P)

SUST 695 Applied Theories of Landscape Architecture (3)

Graduate seminar on discussion of central ideas and theories in landscape architecture and environmental design, drawing on primary literature and speculative or built design work over many decades of thought. Graduate students only. A-F only. (Cross-listed as ARCH 695)

SPED 311 Introduction to Specialized Instruction (3)

Characteristics and educational programming for students with disabilities. Role and responsibilities of the special educator, founding principles and current practices in special education with an emphasis on teaching writing. BEd in SPED majors only. A-F only. Pre: 304 (or concurrent). (Fall only)

SPED 310 Introduction to Special Education Assessment (3)

Assessment methods and techniques to inform special education decisions, including the use of standardized assessments for initial eligibility, reevaluations, and annual reviews for special education services. BEd in SPED majors only. A-F only. Pre: 304 (or concurrent). (Fall only)

MBBE 666 Fermentation Biochemistry – Theory, Practice, Competency, and Application (3)

Lecture/lab addresses fundamentals in fermentation biochemistry; theoretical and practical level. Explores the concepts of a start-up capital venture business as a project, moving a fermented product to production and into the marketplace. Graduate students only. A-F only. Pre: (375 or MBBE/BIOL 402 (or equivalent)) with a minimum grade of B. (Fall only)

ARCH 694 Special Topics in Furniture Design and Fabrication (4)

Exploration of design and building principles as related to furniture. Emphasis on fundamentals of practice, an understanding of materials and structure, with an intensive hands-on building experience. Additionally, a survey of 20th Century furniture design. Repeatable one time. ARCH majors
only. A-F only.

ARCH 494 Explore Furniture Design (3)

Exploration of design and building principles as related to furniture. Emphasis on fundamentals of practice and an understanding of materials and structure, with an intensive hands-on building experience. Repeatable one time. BEnvD majors only. A-F only. Pre: 102.

GES 319L Global Environmental Change Laboratory (2)

(2-hr Lab) Laboratory to supplement GES 311. Quantitative aspects of global environmental change will be addressed through problem-solving and computer modeling. GES majors only. A-F only. Pre: 311, MATH 242, PHYS 170/170L, and CHEM 161/161L; or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as OCN 319L)

ARCH 416 Capstone Design Studio (4)

Culminating design studio with focus on the development of a comprehensive design project integrating all major aspects of prior environmental design education. BEnvD majors only. A-F only. Pre: 415.

CINE 499 Directed Study (V)

Independent research or creative project under the supervision of a faculty member. Only six credits of 399/499 in any combination can be applied to meet requirements for the major. Repeatable up to six credits. SCA majors only. Pre: 310 or (215 and 216); and 350. 

BIOL 487 Biogeography and Evolution (3)

Study of the fundamental role that geography plays in evolution
and maintenance of species diversity. Pre: 171 and one of BIOL 172 or BOT 101. (Fall only)

CLAS 304 Indigenous & Decolonial Approaches to Religion and Culture (3)

Introduction to indigenous and decolonial approaches to the study of religion and culture. Includes a critical assessment of tools and terminology traditionally used in academia. Sophomore standing or higher. (Cross-listed as REL 304)

REL 304 Indigenous & Decolonial Approaches to Religion and Culture (3)

Introduction to indigenous and decolonial approaches to the study of religion and culture. Includes a critical assessment of tools and terminology traditionally used in academia. Sophomore standing or higher. (Cross-listed as CLAS 304)

SUST 102 The Natural Environment (3)

Introduction to physical geography including weather, climate,
vegetation, soils, geology, and landforms. Environmental issues and natural hazards. (Cross-listed as GEO 101) DP

CLAS 300 Myth, Religion, and Society (3)

Theories and methods used in the study of myth, ritual, and
religion. Sophomore standing or higher. (Cross-listed as REL 300) DH

NAVL 303 Evolution of Warfare (3)

Will imbue students with an understanding of the origins of modern warfighting theory through an analysis of historical
philosophies, domains, tactics, and technology. A-F only. (Fall only)

NAVL 301 Naval Ships System I: Engineering (3)

Will learn ship design and control, hydrodynamic forces, stability, electrical theory, and damage control coupled with design of steam, gas turbine and nuclear propulsion. Case studies merging both ethical and technical challenges. A-F only. (Fall only)

ASAN 670 Southeast Asia and its Neighbors (3)

Examines how Southeast Asian nations have recalibrated their international relationships in accordance with past experience and new concerns, focusing on interactions with Japan, China, and India, while integrating both global and domestic imperatives.

TIM 704 Advanced Topics in Global Transportation Management (3)

Transport economics and management, and their applications for the travel and tourism industry. Focuses on analytical thinking, problem-solving. and research skills using transportation issues. PhD students only. A-F only. Pre: 601 with a minimum grade of B. (Fall only)

TIM 703 Advanced Topics in Global Hospitality Management (3)

Advanced hospitality management aims to critically explore the key areas that comprise hospitality management, integrate theories and practice, and explore the linkages between hospitality research, management, and business strategies. PhD students only. A-F only. Pre: 601 with a minimum grade of B. (Fall only)

TIM 702 Advanced Topics in Global Tourism Management (3)

Sustainable management of global tourism to minimize its negative impacts and optimize its positive ones. Deliberation and analysis of major issues related to global tourism from the perspectives of ethics and sustainability. PhD students only. A-F only. Pre: 601 with a minimum grade of B. (Fall only)

THEA 768 Seminar in Hawaiian & Indigenous Performance (3)

Exploration, analysis, and application of Kanaka Maoli and Indigenous research methodologies, epistemologies, performance theory, methods, and praxis. Repeatable two times. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

THEA 668 Advanced Topics in Performance in Hawai‘i (3)

Analysis of Hawai‘i’s indigenous performance traditions, the contemporary multicultural landscape of theatre in Ko Hawai‘i Pae ‘āina, and the representation of Kanaka Maoli and settler voices on Hawai‘i’s stages. Repeatable one time. Graduate students only. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as DNCE 668)

REL 605 Healing in the Religious Traditions of Asia and the Pacific (3)

Seminar focused on approaches to healing in the religious traditions of Asia and the Pacific. Explores commonalities between religious traditions, geographical areas, historical periods, and disciplines. Graduate students only. Pre: instructor consent. (Alt. years)

REL 603 The Study of New Religious Movements (3)

Seminar exploring methods developed for the study of New Religions, particularly in the U.S., Asia, and the Pacific. Considers implications of these methodologies for studies of other religious traditions. Graduate students only. Pre: instructor consent. (Alt. years)

REL 602 The Study of the Ways Religion is Practiced (3)

The study of rituals and practices in the religious traditions of Asia and the Pacific, with a focus on the importance and significance they play in people’s lives. Graduate students only. Pre: instructor consent. (Alt. years)

REL 601 Sacred Space (3)

Introduces ways that sacred sites are used by religious adherents in Asia and the Pacific. Students will survey different methodologies, and develop a final project on a single sacred site. Graduate students only. Graduate students only. Pre: instructor consent. (Alt years)

UNIV 440 Topics in Major and Career Exploration (3)

Major and career development for Exploratory students, using written and oral communication to facilitate learning across varied topics. Junior standing or higher. Exploratory students only. A-F only. Pre: 340 or consent.

REL 604 Indigenous Religions & Decolonial Theories and Methods (3)

Surveys decolonial approaches to the study of religion(s) and focuses on a specific Indigenous religion of Asia and the Pacific to examine the ways that historical paradigms have adversely influenced the study of Indigenous religions.Graduate students only. Pre: instructor consent. (Alt. years)

ME 633 Li-ion Battery Mechanistic Modeling: Principles and State of the Art (3)

Electrochemistry, Li-ion batteries, electric vehicles, electrochemical grid storage. Repeatable one time. Engineering majors only. Pre: instructor consent.

LAIS 120 Islands/Islas/Ilhas and Global Exchange (3)

Cross-cultural study of global issues of navigation, commerce, and the environment, as expressed by the arts, traditions, and narratives from 1492 to the present. Connections with Europe, Africa, Americas, Asia, Oceania. Oceania.

MBIO 621 Respiratory Processes in Coral Reef Organisms (3)

Multidisciplinary course introduces the respiratory system of fishes and other reef taxa and its significance for ecology and behavior. Students will learn theory, principles, and hot to design/execute experiments for their own research. Graduate students in MB, ZOOL, BOT, and OCN programs only. A-F only.

MBIO 620 Behavioral Ecology of Coral Reef Fishes (3)

Introduction to processes that affect animal behavior and their significance. Exploring a broad range of techniques for studying behaviors of fishes, students will use new techniques in their own research. Graduate students in MB, ZOOL, BOT, and OCN programs only. A-F only.

MBIO 650 Marine Mammal Science and Conservation (3)

Will cover the most pressing conservation issues for marine mammals, and include a hands-on field component using traditional and novel techniques to inform their management. Graduate students in MB, ZOOL, BOT, and OCN programs only. A-F only.

MBIO 640 Coral Reef Structure and Function (3)

Linking organismal traits and habitat features with ecosystem function. Hands-on course with coral reef fieldwork, exposure to new technology, and the potential to develop independent projects in publications. Graduate students in MB,  ZOOL, BOT, and OCN programs only. A-F only.

MBIO 630 Remote Sensing Applications in Marine Science (3)

Introduction to tools for the discover, access, and application of remote sensing for their own research in marine biology, including best practices for data collection, synthesis, and project management. Graduate students in MB, ZOOL, BOT, and OCN programs only. A-F only.

MBIO 610 Mathematical Ecology of Marine Systems (3)

Introduction to a broad range of theories and techniques from mathematical ecology with an emphasis on marine systems. Students will learn to assess model assumptions, construct simple models, and apply analytical methods to describe system behavior. Graduate students in MB, ZOOL, BOT, and OCN programs only. A-F only. Pre: one semester of calculus.

MBIO 600 Kūlana Noi‘i: Introduction to Place-Based Methodologies in Hawai‘i (2)

Lectures, discussions, and service-learning organized to deepen understanding in: what is a research paradigm; how methods are developed in research designs; and new knowledge for place-based research. Marine Biology Graduate Program students only. A-F only.

POLS 180 Introduction to Hawai‘i Politics (3)

Introduction to political history, institutions, processes, and issues in Hawai‘i grounded in Native Hawaiian perspectives.

NURS 451L Population Health Nursing Lab (3)

Clinic on population health nursing emphasizing application of strategies to address health disparities, inequity, social justice issues, and ethics impacting population health outcomes. Emphasis on oral and writing instruction. Nursing majors only. A-F only. Pre: 364 (or concurrent). Co-requisite: 451.

NURS 451 Population Health Nursing (4)

Theory on population and global health nursing with emphasis on analysis of strategies to address concepts of health disparities, inequity, social justice issues, and ethics which impact health outcomes of populations. Nursing majors only. Senior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 364 (or concurrent). Co-requisite: 451L.

NSEB 099 National Student Exchange (V)

Study at another campus through National Student Exchange (NSE). Transfer credits earned upon successful completion of courses on exchange. Repeatable one time at the same host campus. Unlimited times at different host campuses. CR/NC only. Credits to be granted in transfer upon successful completion of course work at exchange institution. Pre: consent of NSE program.

ICS 396 Junior Project (2)

Part of a multi-year project-based courses sequence where students will work in teams on acquiring experience in intermediate-level design, implementation and presentation of a software project that may have been initiated in ICS 296. CS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 314 or concurrent.

ICS 296 Sophomore Project (1)

Part of a multi-year project-based courses sequence where students will work in teams on acquiring experience in a beginner-level design of a software project expected to be continued in ICS 396. CS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 111.

BIOM 615 Introduction to Clinical Nutrition (3)

Overview of applied clinical nutrition that includes nutrients, dietary recommendations for healthy populations and medical nutrition therapies for patients with diet related diseases or conditions. Graduate students only. A-F only. Pre: BIOL 171 (or higher) or PHYL 141 or ZOOL 141 or consent.

UNIV 199 Topics in Learning Techniques & Technologies (V)

Student-centered topics on techniques and technologies used for successful learning. Emphasizes the cultivation of learning dispositions and strategies for achievement in higher education and beyond. Repeatable unlimited times. A-F only.

SOCS 396 Pilina: Topics in Indigenous Social Sciences (3)

Explores pilina (relationship, connection) of selected topics and issues of interest in the social sciences through Indigenous voices, perspectives, and scholarship. Repeatable one time. A-F only.

SOC 232 Introduction to the Sociology of Punishment (3)

Multiple social theories about different forms of formal and informal punishments and social control across different societies and times.

PHIL 322 Critical Race Theory and Philosophy (3)

(LED) Introduction to the work of philosophers whose writings aim to contribute to movements for racial justice. Repeatable one time. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only

PHIL 112 Introduction to Critical Thinking (3)

(LED) Introduction to critical thinking and its application in everyday life. The materials progress from logic and the structure of argument to fallacies and the nature of science. A-F only.

COM 380 Media Communications and Conflict (3)

Mass communication and conflict; deals with understanding the role of news media in influencing conflict, and introduces students to conflict-sensitive communications working to assist in resolving conflicts. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: any 200-level DS course. (Cross-listed as PACE 380)

PACE 380 Media Communications and Conflict (3)

Mass communication and conflict; deals with understanding the role of news media in influencing conflict, and introduces students to conflict-sensitive communications working to assist in resolving conflicts. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: any 200-level DS course. (Cross-listed as COM 380)

CHN 409 High-Advanced Chinese I (3)

Authentic reading, writing, speaking, and listening with Advanced-high and Superior level discourse, content, and genres to build Superior Chinese proficiency and broaden knowledge of Chinese culture. Significant attention paid to developing Chinese writing skills. Pre: 402 or 404 or 405, or instructor consent.

THEA 360 Performance and Medicine (3)

Survey of key texts on medicine and performance, and on how these two areas intersect, including representations of medicine and illness in contemporary drama and performance-based practices within medicine. Repeatable one time.

PACE 440 Peacebuilding in Performance (3)

Provides an exploration of peacebuilding, its contributions to community and its intersectionality with the arts to influence non-violent conflict resulting in cultural performance for all to engage and enjoy. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: any 100- or 200-level DS course

PED 503 Pediatric Shadowing Encounters (1)

Clinical Shadowing – Students are paired with Pediatric Subspecialists in chosen area(s) for 8-10 half days. Required: Log book file describing one concept that the student learned during each of the sessions. CR/ NC only. Field experience.

DNCE 400 (Alpha) Advanced Practicum (1)

Advanced workshop experience in the practical application of performing arts skills. (B) performance; (C) stagecraft; (D) costume; (E) performing arts management; (F) directing dramaturgy stage management choreography. Repeatable up to four credits per alpha. Pre: audition and performance of role in a Department of Theatre and Dance production for (B); 200C for (C); 200D for (D); 200E for (E); 200B or 200C or 200F, and consent for (F). (Cross-listed as THEA 400) DA

DNCE 200 (Alpha) Beginning Practicum (1)

Beginning workshop experience in the practical application of performing arts skills. (B) performance; (C) stagecraft; (D) costume; (E) performing arts management; (F) directing dramaturgy stage management choreography. Repeatable up to four credits in each alpha. Pre: (B) audition and performance
of role in a Department of Theatre and Dance production; (F) consent. (Cross-listed as THEA 200) DA

THEA 370 Movement Improvisation (3)

Introduces movement improvisation to all levels and disciplines.
Movement studies will explore improvisation approaches, devices, elements, exercises, and implications to gain skills in and appreciation for the art of improvisation. Repeatable one time. (Cross-listed as DNCE 370)

ASAN 336 Introduction to the Performing Arts of Southeast Asia (3)

Introduction to the history and development of major performing arts genres in Southeast Asia: theatre, dance-drama, opera, music, puppetry, ritual, and modern spoken drama. Topics include cultural identity, multiculturalism, modernization, and tourism. Online course. (Cross-listed as THEA 336)

THEA 336 Introduction to the Performing Arts of Southeast Asia (3)

Introduction to the history and development of major performing arts genres in Southeast Asia: theatre, dance-drama, opera, music, puppetry, ritual, and modern spoken drama. Topics include cultural identity, multiculturalism, modernization, and tourism. Online course. (Cross-listed as ASAN 336)

PHIL 100A Introduction to Philosophy: Survey of Problems (3)

Introduction to the kinds of problems that concern philosophers and to some of the solutions that have been attempted.

SUST 170 Religion and the Environment (3)

Examines the roles contemporary religious groups play in ground movements for sustainability. Introduces students to key scholars, religious leaders, and activists who are implementing sustainable solutions to pressing environmental problems. A-F only. (Cross-listed as REL 170) FGB

ME 465 Materials for Solar Energy Conversion (3)

Atom structure, electromagnetic waves and energy, electronic and energetic properties of semi-conducting materials, junctions, solar cells operations, bulk and thin film materials synthesis, integration of solar cells into the electric grid. ECE and ME majors only. Pre: (331 or ECE 324) with a minimum grade of C-. (Fall only)

FIN 456 Sustainable Finance (3)

Explores criticism and defense of the traditional profit maximization business model. Economic theory, recent trends, and case studies will refine students’ understanding of this cutting-edge field. Repeatable one time. Pre: BUS 314 or TIM 305, or consent.

ME 686 Air Pollution, Toxics, and Control (3)

Chemical mechanisms of formation and destruction of major air pollutants, transport phenomena, and health and environmental impacts. Evolution of source and control technologies. Current and pending regulations and policies. CE, ECE, ME, and OE majors only. Pre: PHYS 170 and CHEM 171, or consent.

ME 642 Mechanical Behavior of Engineering Materials (3)

Mechanical property tests. Stress concentrations. Fracture mechanics; applications to materials failures and to selection of materials; emphasis on mechanical engineering applications. Pre: consent.

ME 631 Advanced Materials Science (3)

Properties of materials interpreted from the atomistic viewpoint. Crystal structure and defects. Thermodynamics of solids; phase transformations; experimental techniques. Pre: 331.

ME 629 Renewable Energy Engineering I: Biomass (3)

(1 Lec, 2 2-hr Lab) Experimental methods and theory of thermochemical biomass conversion: static and dynamic temperature and mass measurements, thermogravimetry, differential scanning calorimetry, GCMS and HPLC techniques. Pre: consent.

ME 628 Chemical Reactor Analysis and Design (3)

Chemical kinetics with heat and mass transfer. Balance equations applied to selected ideal reactors. Departures from ideality. Pre: 422.

ME 627 Environmental Heat, Mass, and Momentum Transfer (3)

Heat and mass transfer in Earth’s interior with applications to geothermal and petroleum reservoir engineering. Pre: 422 or consent.

ME 623 Radiation Heat Transfer (3)

Radiant interchange among surfaces. Gaseous radiation. Combined conduction, convection, and radiation heat transfer. Pre: 422 and senior standing.

ME 621 Conduction Heat Transfer (3)

Steady and unsteady heat conduction with and without heat sources in solids. Analytical, numerical, graphical, analog methods for solving heat conduction problems. Pre: 422.

ME 617 Thermal Environmental Engineering (3)

Physiological response to thermal environment, designs of passive and active cooling systems, student project. Pre: 417 or consent.

HAW 493 Learning Hawaiian Through Immersion (3)

Learning Hawaiian in the immersion setting: cultural context, behavioral patterns, and learning concerns. Pre: 302, and either 435 or 484; or consent.

HAW 492 Analyzing Immersion Hawaiian (3)

Analysis and acquisition of features in Hawaiian spoken by Hawaiian speaking children in Hawaiian immersion education. Pre: 302 and 452, or consent.

HAW 476 Seminar in Teaching Residency (3)

Analysis and resolution of issues in teaching residency; teaching strategies and techniques; curriculum planning, professional growth and development. Pre: 302 and 463; or consent. Co-requisite: 475.

HAW 475 Teaching Residency (12)

Full-time student teaching in a Hawaiian language classroom. CR/NC only. Pre: 302 and 463; or consent. Co-requisite: 476.

HAW 471 Teaching in Hawaiian Language Immersion Program (3)

Explore the knowledge base needed for teaching in the Hawaiian Language Immersion Program and initiate inquiry into the nature and social context of teaching, learning and schooling. Pre: 302 or consent.

ME 466 Electrochemical Power Sources: Principles, Applications, and Sustainability (3)

Electrochemistry, batteries, fuel cells, flow batteries, electrochemical capacitors, electric vehicles, electrochemical grid storage. ENGR majors only. Pre: 331, CHEM 162, CHEM 171, or CHEM 181A (with a grade of C- or better). (Alt. years: spring)

ME 487 Pearl Harbor Co-op (3)

Provides real-world engineering experience through project assignment and working alongside a practicing engineer at the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard. ME majors only. Senior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: (322, 341, 372, and 375) with a minimum grade of C.

ME 485 System Engineering (3)

Will cover system engineering design, analysis, and development concepts, requirements derivation/management, and program management processes, such as risk identification/ management and fiscal/schedule tools. ME majors only. Senior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 213 (with a minimum grade of C).

FSHN 667 Dietetics Supervised Practice (5)

ISPP activities and assignments completed at designed facilities in community, clinical, food service, and other settings that stress planning, delivery, and evaluation of dietetics services to individuals and populations. Repeatable two times. MS Nutritional Sciences students only. Graduate students only. A-F only. Pre: admission to the Individualized Supervised Practice Pathway program and consent.

PLAN 682 Building Well-Being: Health and the Built Environment (3)

History, concepts, and theories behind the relationship between health and the built environment stressing transdisciplinary understanding and collaboration through readings, discussion, and real world-based exercises. LAND, ARCH, and PLAN majors only. Graduate students only. A-F only. (Crosslisted as ARCH 682)

FIN 636 Financial Analysis and Valuation (3)

Introduces the standard financial analysis framework and develops skills in analysis of financial information, evaluation of firms’ business risks and earnings prospects, and related applications in valuation. Repeatable one time. Pre: BUS 629 or consent.

NREM 458 Natural Resource Issues and Ethics (3)

Overview of the history of land, resources and power in Hawai‘i; players and processes influencing land and natural resources policies today explored from Native Hawaiian and other viewpoints. Extensive use of case studies. Pre: HWST 207/SUST 217 or HWST 307/ SUST 317 or HWST/SUST 356 (Cross-listed as HWST 458 and SUST 456)

SUST 484 Contemporary Art and Ecology (3)

Explores the recent history of environmental and ecological art; provides a critical framework for the contemporary image politics of environmentalism, ecology, sustainability, and climate change with an emphasis on writing and ethical reasoning. A-F only. Pre: ART 176 or consent.(Cross-listed as ART 484)

NREM 625 ‘Imi ‘Ike: Social Science Field Methods for Environmental Research (4)

Students learn and apply social science research methods tailored to natural resource management and environmental issues to a class project with Hawai‘i community. Emphasis on
qualitative and participatory approaches. (Alt. years)

ME 661 Energy Transport and Conversion at the Nanoscale (3)

Basics of energy transport and conversion processes and emphasis on microscopic behaviors of energy carriers. Introduction to quantum mechanics and solid state physics. Graduate students only. Engineering majors only. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing or instructor consent. (Alt. years)

ME 632 Advanced Transport Phenomena (3)

Theory of momentum, heat, and mass transfer processes. Integral and differential conservation equations, constitutive laws, and interfacial boundary conditions. Dimensional analysis, perturbation theory, asymptotics, similarity, and Green’s function methodology. Applications to problems in engineering. Graduate students only. Pre: grade of C or better in 322 or 626, or consent.

GES 304 Global and Local Perspectives on Severe Weather (3)

Dynamics and structure of the main types of severe weather (tropical cyclones, supercell storms, tornadoes, flash floods, hailstorms, fog, etc.); future changes due to climate change; risk assessment; severe weather in Hawai‘i. ATMO, GES, GG, GEO, GES, NREM, or OCN students only. A-F only. (Alt years: Spring) (Cross-listed as ATMO 304 and SUST 304) DP

ATMO 304 Global and Local Perspectives on Severe Weather (3)

Dynamics and structure of the main types of severe weather (tropical cyclones, supercell storms, tornadoes, flash floods, hailstorms, fog, etc.); future changes due to climate change; risk assessment; severe weather in Hawai‘i. ATMO, GES, GG, GEO, GES, NREM, or OCN students only. A-F only. (Alt years: Spring) (Cross-listed as GES 304 and SUST 304) DP

SUST 304 Global and Local Perspectives on Severe Weather (3)

Dynamics and structure of the main types of severe weather (tropical cyclones, supercell storms, tornadoes, flash floods, hailstorms, fog, etc.); future changes due to climate change; risk assessment; severe weather in Hawai‘i. ATMO, GES, GG, GEO, GES, NREM, or OCN students only. A-F only. (Alt years: Spring) (Cross-listed as ATMO 304 and GES 304) DP

EDCS 670 Indigenous and Postcolonial Perspectives in Education (3)

Examination of historical impacts of U.S. and European imperialism and Western education on Indigenous communities across the globe. Additional emphasis on contemporary Indigenous efforts towards cultural reclamation and educational sovereignty.

THEA 472 Masked Performance (3)

History, techniques, construction, and performance of theatrical masks. Repeatable one time. Junior standing or higher. Pre: 221 or consent. DA

THEA 674 Interdisciplinary Collaborations (3)

Hybrid performance works for dancers, musicians, actors, visual artists, poets, and writers to explore the nature of the collaboration process in various settings. Repeatable one time. Graduate students only. THEA, DNCE, MUS, ART, ENG majors only. (Cross-listed as DNCE 674)

DNCE 674 Interdisciplinary Collaborations (3)

Hybrid performance works for dancers, musicians, actors, visual artists, poets, and writers to explore the nature of the collaboration process in various settings. Repeatable one time. Graduate students only. THEA, DNCE, MUS, ART, ENG majors only. (Cross-listed as THEA 674)

BUS 410 Data Analytics for Business (3)

Introduction to data analytics techniques and tools, builds on
foundational business analysis and quantitative methods knowledge. Modules include preparing relevant data, conducting analysis, visualizing results, and storytelling with data. Pre: 310 and 311.

ME 450 Research Methods in Engineering (3)

Introduces the basic skills of preparing and publishing scientific research. Students will learn how to prepare, write, publish, and present a scientific paper, while working on a research project related to thermofluids. A-F only. Senior standing or higher. Pre: 322 or consent.

ME 428 Solar Thermal Engineering (3)

Fundamentals of solar energy, solar engineering material characteristics, and solar thermal and photovoltaic systems. Will learn solar thermal system components, and be able to perform simple system design. A-F only. Senior standing or higher. Pre: 422 or consent.

CLAS 322 Classics Ancient and Modern (3)

Provides an in-depth introduction to a major work of classical
literature and its impact on both ancient and modern poetry, prose, art, and intellectual history. Sophomore standing or higher. DL

PACE 661 Collaboration Between Sectors (3)

Examine theories and practices of multisector collaboration (public, private, nonprofit). The use of collaboration as an alternative way of solving public problems. (Cross-listed as PLAN 661)

ASAN 461 Southeast Asian Archaeology (3)

Prehistory and protohistory of Southeast Asia and of Southeast Asian contacts with East Asia, India, Australia, and Oceania. Pre: junior standing or consent. (Cross-listed as ANTH 461)

EDCS 671 Contemporary Native Hawaiian Education (3)

Explores the landscapes, purposes, successes, and challenges of contemporary Native Hawaiian education. Emphasizes educational kīpuka, resurgence, liberation and educational sovereignty. Topics include Hawaiian immersion education, Hawaiian-focused charter schools, ‘āna and community education, and virtual learning.

ANSC 695 Plan B Master’s Project (V)

Plan B students work with their advisor to select, revise, and defend before a three-person faculty committee a report of work the student has produced in the project. Repeatable unlimited times, credit earned up to 9 credits. ANSC majors only. Graduate students only.

NREM 490 Ho‘okāhua: ‘Āina Based Leadership Education (ABLE) (3)

Ho‘okāhua: is an ‘āina based leadership course encompassing Hawaiian culture, Environmental Science, Law & Policy, Planning and Community Development to equip students to care for, guard, and govern natural resources they care about.

ME 463 Flow Visualization and Measurement (3)

Overview of flow visualization and measurement techniques including high speed photography of wakes, jets, shear layer, particle motion. Experimental design, statistics, image processing and data analysis. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 322 (or concurrent), or consent.

HWST 653 Historic Preservation Law (V)

Introduction to the protection of cultural, archaeological, and historical resources with emphasis on key federal and state laws. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as LAW 503)

ME 652 Guidance, Navigation and Control (3)

Develop modern and advanced techniques in the design, development, and implementation of guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) systems for flight vehicles and other controllable dynamical systems. Graduate students only. A-F only. Pre: grade of C or better in all of the following: ME 271 or CEE 271; ME 375; MATH 244 or MATH 253A; MATH 302 or MATH 307; or consent. (Fall only)

SUST 101 Dynamic Earth (3)

The natural physical environment; the landscape; rocks and minerals, rivers and oceans; volcanism, earthquakes, and other processes inside the Earth; effects of human use of the Earth and its resources. Field trip. (Cross-listed as ERTH 101) DP

ME 657 Autonomous Marine Systems (3)

Identifies the unique challenges faced by autonomous underwater and surface vehicles, and analyzes approaches to address those challenges. Topics include hydrodynamic vehicle modeling, propeller theory, subsystem integration, and motion control strategies. Graduate students only. Pre: MATH 307 or MATH 311 (or equivalent), and ECE 351 or ME 451 (or equivalent), or instructor consent. (Cross-listed as ORE 657)

ORE 657 Autonomous Marine Systems (3)

Identifies the unique challenges faced by autonomous underwater and surface vehicles, and analyzes approaches to address those challenges. Topics include hydrodynamic vehicle modeling, propeller theory, subsystem integration, and motion control strategies. Graduate students only. Pre: MATH 307 or MATH 311 (or equivalent), and ECE 351 or ME 451 (or equivalent), or instructor consent. (Cross-listed as ME 657)

PACS 120 Politics and Poetics of Climate Change in Oceania (3)

Examines the causes and impacts of, and responses to, climate change in the Pacific Islands through interdisciplinary approaches: natural sciences, politics, economics, as well as legal, cultural, and creative/artistic dimensions. A-F only.

PACE 482 Research and Peace (3)

Introduction to and survey of the interdisciplinary field of peace research, combining theory, methodology, and empirical aspects. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: any 200-level DS course. DS

TPSS 611 Professional Development (1)

Lecture/discussion targets students exiting from graduate degree programs and provides preparation as a career professional; topics include establishing a professional identity; CV and cover letters, job-seeking due diligence, and negotiation skills. Graduate students only. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as MBBE 611 and PEPS 611)

PEPS 611 Professional Development (1)

Lecture/discussion targets students exiting from graduate degree programs and provides preparation as a career professional; topics include establishing a professional identity; CV and cover letters, job-seeking due diligence, and negotiation skills. Graduate students only. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as MBBE 611 and TPSS 611)

MBBE 611 Professional Development (1)

Lecture/discussion targets students exiting from graduate degree programs and provides preparation as a career professional; topics include establishing a professional identity; CV and cover letters, job-seeking due diligence, and negotiation skills. Graduate students only. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as PEPS 611 and TPSS 611)

ME 662 Shape Memory Alloys–Constitutive Modeling, Dynamics, and Nonlinear Control (3)

Shape memory alloys; Shape Memory Effect (SME) and Superelasticity; hysteresis; applications in engineering, medical devices, and robotics; modeling and characterization; nonlineal control; finite element analyses. Engineering and computer science majors only. Graduate students only. (Fall only)

ECE 669 Wireless and Mobile Security (3)

Security and privacy design principles and application in wireless and mobile devices, networks, and services, as well as research methodology in wireless and mobile security. A-F only. Pre: 406 or instructor approval.

ANTH 664 Advanced Hawaiian Archaeology (3)

An advanced theoretical and methodological examination of past and current archaeological research in the Hawaiian Islands. A-F only. (Fall only)

NURS 701 Advanced Gerontology: Promotion and Maintenance (3)

Analyze biologic, psychosocial, physiologic, and health disparity aspects with conceptual application to healthcare of the aging population. Demonstrate understanding and distinguish normal changes from common disease-related changes. NURS majors only. A-F only.

SUST 624 Coastal Modeling (3)

Coastal modeling using the SMS Surface-Water Modeling software. Applications to solving coastal problems for different ocean hazard scenarios by applying models for tides, waves, coastal circulation, wave-current interaction, sediment transport, and/or morphology change. Pre: consent; knowledge of ORE 607 desirable. (Cross-listed as CEE 624 and ORE 624)

ORE 624 Coastal Modeling (3)

Coastal modeling using the SMS Surface-Water Modeling software. Applications to solving coastal problems for different ocean hazard scenarios by applying models for tides, waves, coastal circulation, wave-current interaction, sediment transport, and/or morphology change. Pre: consent; knowledge of ORE 607 desirable. (Cross-listed as CEE 624 and SUST 624)

LLEA 396 (Alpha) European and Latin American Cinema (3)

Study of major developments in European and Latin American cinema studies focusing on a specific area. (B) Topic; (C) Genre; (D) Director; (E) Era. Sophomore standing or higher. Repeatable one time for different alphas.

SUST 260 Introduction to Environmental Humanities (3)

Introduction to the environmental humanities, which rests at the intersection of the arts, humanities, and environmental studies. (Cross-listed as IS 260)

NURS 702 Philosophical Thoughts (3)

Introduces the major fields of philosophy for use in research. Frameworks for the evaluation and critique of philosophical approaches to research will be explored, debated, analyzed, and applied as relevant to the PhD student’s dissertation. NURS majors only. A-F only. (Fall only)

ASAN 303 Bollywood Dance, Music, and Film (3)

Unique course combining mind and body, discussion and dancing. Learn and perform Bollywood dances and the richness of their Indian poetic, classical, and folk traditions. Understand “Bollywood” in the context of cross-cultural fusion and globalization. Repeatable one time. (Cross-listed as IP 303)

SOC 438 Prisons (3)

Prisons, jails, and other detention facilities across historical, social, and/or international contexts. Pre: 300 or consent.

PHIL 270 Love and Sex (3)

Survey of classical and contemporary perspectives of the philosophy of love, marriage, relationships, sex, sexual identity, representations of sex and sexuality. Pre: one PHIL 100-level course or consent of instructor.

DNCE 450 Indigenous Dance Studies (3)

Lecture/ discussion about choreographies of indigeneity and identity with an intersectional emphasis on Native Hawaiian, Pacific, and Asian dance cultures. Repeatable two times.

ICS 369 Computational Media Systems (3)

Intermediate object-oriented programming within the context of interactive media systems and video game development. Topics: classes, objects, inheritance, polymorphism, abstract classes, interfaces, event-driven programming, vectors, geometric primitives, game mechanics, and relevant design patterns. ECE, CENG, ICS, CM, CSCI, THEA, DNCE majors only. A-F only. Pre: 111 or ECE 160 or instructor approval. (Cross-listed as ECE 369)

PHYS 470 General Relativity & Cosmology (3)

Introduction to general relativity & cosmology. Spacetime metrics, geodesics, Einstein field equations, black holes. Geometry of the universe, redshift, cosmological distances. Cosmological models, dark matters, dark energy. Big Bang nucleosynthesis, recombination, cosmic microwave background, inflation. Pre: 274; MATH 244 (or concurrent) or MATH 253A (or concurrent). Recommended: ASTR 242. (Alt. years: fall) (Cross-listed as ASTR 470)

ASTR 470 General Relativity & Cosmology (3)

Introduction to general relativity & cosmology. Spacetime metrics, geodesics, Einstein field equations, black holes. Geometry of the universe, redshift, cosmological distances. Cosmological models, dark matters, dark energy. Big Bang nucleosynthesis, recombination, cosmic microwave background, inflation. Pre: PHYS 274; MATH 244 (or concurrent) or MATH 253A (or concurrent). Recommended: 242. (Alt. years: fall) (Cross-listed as PHYS 470)

WGSS 433 Gender, Fashion, & Globalization (3)

Explores ethics of the present and historic expansions of the fashion industry and its environmental impact globally. Examines how gender/race/class shape garment production and consumption and fashion activism in world regions. Emphasis on oral/written communication. A-F only. Junior standing or higher. (Cross-listed as GEO 433)

ASTR 760 Modern General Relativity (3)

Differential geometry, special relativity, Einstein equations, gravitational phenomena, equivalence principles, black holes, gravitational waves, cosmology, relativistic stars, experimental tests, computational techniques. Graduate students only in PHYS or ASTR. (Alt. years: fall) (Cross-listed as PHYS 760)

UROP 399 Faculty Mentored Research and Creative Work Project (V)

Directed research for undergraduate students conducting faculty-mentored research or creative work projects. Repeatable three times, up to ten credits. CR/NC only. Pre: consent of UROP director and student faculty mentor. (Summer only)

UROP 299 Transformational Research Experiences for Early Undergraduates (3)

Introduction to exploring discover-based investigation, with hands-on experiences in a wide range of science fields. Divided into 4-week learning modules led by researchers at several UH Mānoa research facilities on and off campus. Repeatable one time. CR/NC only. (Cross-listed as HON 299)

COA 394 On Death and Dying (3)

Aspects of death and dying; relation to our culture and society, to understanding of each other and of ourselves. (Crosslisted as REL 394)

BIOL 401L Molecular Biotechnology Lab-Gene Editing by CRISPR/Cas9 (2)

(1-hr Lec, 3-hr Lab) Laboratory to accompany 401. Students learn advanced gene editing techniques, including CRISPR/Cas9 to engineer prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Repeatable one time. Pre: 275L, or 375L, or MBBE 304, or MBBE 375; or consent. Co-requisite: 401. (Cross-listed as MBBE 401L)

MBBE 401L Molecular Biotechnology Lab-Gene Editing by CRISPR/Cas9 (2)

(1-hr Lec, 3-hr Lab) Laboratory to accompany 401. Students learn advanced gene editing techniques, including CRISPR/Cas9 to engineer prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Repeatable one time. Pre: 304, or 375, or BIOL 275L, or BIOL 375L; or consent. Co-requisite: 401. (Cross-listed as BIOL 401L)

SUST 338 Inter-woven Structures (3)

Studio investigation of threads under tension. Thematic lens of environmental vulnerability and resiliency. Explores art practice as embodied knowledge. Specific attention to weaving as meaning and place-making. Engages writing as a significant tool for analysis. A-F only. Pre: ART 116 or consent. (Cross-listing as ART 338)

DATA 484 Data Visualization (3)

Introduction to data visualization through practical techniques for turning data into images to produce insight. Topics include: information visualization, geospatial visualization, scientific visualization, social network visualization, and medical visualization. Junior standing or higher. Pre: CINE 215 or ICS 110(Alpha) or ICS 111. (Cross-listed as CINE 484 and ICS 484)

HWST 434 Ka Mana Mo‘olelo: Topics in Hawaiian and Indigenous Mo‘olelo (3)

Advanced course of study focusing on pressing topics connected with Hawaiian and Indigenous literatures, such as land struggle, climate change, or issues of governance and sovereignty. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: 234 or 235, and 330.

HWST 331 Hawaiian and Indigenous Digital Media (3)

Focus on studying, analyzing, and creating various forms of Hawaiian and Indigenous digital storytelling. Pre: 107 and 234 and HAW 100.

NAVL 202 Navigation (3)

Designed to provide midshipmen with an in-depth study of the theory, principles, procedures, and application of plotting, piloting, and electronic navigation, as well as an introduction to maneuvering boards. A-F only. (Spring only)

NAVL 102 Seapower and Maritime Affairs (3)

Study of the Navy and the influence of seapower upon history that incorporates both an historical and political perspective to explore major events and circumstances that have shaped a bold and proud history. A-F only. (Spring only)

UNIV 140 Introduction to Majors and UH Mānoa (1)

Major exploration providing incoming students with an understanding of the tools to navigate UH Mānoa and explore the programs of study available. Introduction to career development, goal setting, and action planning. Freshmen only. Exploratory majors only. A-F only.

QHS 650 Secondary Data Analysis (3)

Will allow students who are new to using secondary data to become comfortable with accessing the data, forming hypotheses, and designing study proposals. Will introduce examples with basic and advanced techniques. A-F only. Pre: 601 (or equivalent) with a minimum grade of B- .

MUS 469 Chinese Music and Sound Culture (3)

Situates the Chinese musical sound in the interdisciplinary field of sound culture. Students will learn to read music literature and listen to historical sounds critically and to analyze aspects of Chinese sound culture. (Cross-listed as THEA 469)

THEA 469 Chinese Music and Sound Culture (3)

Situates the Chinese musical sound in the interdisciplinary field of sound culture. Students will learn to read music literature and listen to historical sounds critically and to analyze aspects of Chinese sound culture. (Cross-listed as MUS 469)

SLS 304 Sociolinguistics of Multilingualism (3)

Explores themes in sociolinguistics relevant to L2/ multilingual contexts, including language ideology, language variation, language and culture, and language and identity; how L2 users and multilingual people grapple with these issues. Includes emphasis on writing instruction. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only.

PHIL 242 Philosophy and Science Fiction (3)

Will use important works of science fiction and philosophy to explore philosophical questions, such as the nature of personal identity and the meaning of human life. A-F only.

TRMD 463 Medical and Urban Entomology (3)

(2 Lec, 1-3-hr hybrid Lab) Biology, ecology, health and economic impacts, and control of urban insect pests and medically important arthropods that act as vectors of diseases. Pre: (PEPS 363 or BIOL 265) with a minimum grade of C, or consent. (Cross-listed as PEPS 463) DB

NAVL 202 Navigation (3)

Designed to provide midshipmen with an in-depth study of the theory, principles, procedures, and application of plotting, piloting, and electronic navigation, as well as an introduction to maneuvering boards. A-F only. (Spring only)

NAVL 101 Introduction to Naval Science (3)

Overview of the Navy’s mission, customs, traditions, and the duties required of Junior Officers. Provides students with a basic knowledge of damage control, shipboard organization, and safety procedures prior to their first summer training cruise. A-F only. (Fall only)

DATA 435 Machine Learning Fundamentals (3)

Introduction to machine learning concepts with a focus on relevant ideas from computational neuroscience. Information processing and learning in the nervous system. Neural networks. Supervised and unsupervised learning. Basics of statistical learning theory. Pre: 235, or consent. Recommended: MATH 307. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as ICS 435)

ME 406 Orbital Mechanics (3)

Basic theory of orbits of space objects, including spacecraft, small satellites, planets and small planets, and other fundamentals of astrodynamics and applications to aerospace engineering. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: grade of C or better in all of the following: 271; 375; MATH 244 or MATH 253A; MATH 302 or MATH 307; ECE 160 or ICS 111.

COM 369 Esports and Society (3)

Introduction to professional and collegiate esports (electronic sports) in global context, including theories related to leisure and gaming, and current academic and industry developments. No previous technical or gaming experience is required. COM majors only. A-F only. Pre: COM major or consent.

COA 449 Gerontology, Health Care, and the Law (Elder Law) (V)

Provides a basic foundation for studies at the intersection of gerontology, health care, and the law and places an emphasis on proactive and preventive law for older adults in society. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. (Cross-listed as NURS 449)

ME 408 Optimal Control for Aerospace Applications (3)

Fundamentals of optimal control theory and calculus of variations. Application of this theory to aerospace engineering problems, including mission design problems and a wide range of space maneuvers. A-F only. Junior standing or higher. Pre: grade of C or better in all of the following: 271; 375; MATH 244 or MATH 253A; MATH 302 or MATH 307; ECE 160 or ICS 111.

WGSS 485 Women and Disasters (3)

Explores disasters and their consequences for women, with attention to gender, race, sexuality, and class. A-F only. Junior standing or higher. Pre: at least one course in WS, or consent of instructor.

GEO 725 Political Ecology (3)

Introduction to political ecology. Content will examine the historical development of and contemporary scholarship in political ecology from a human and environmental geography perspective.

GEO 433 Gender, Fashion, & Globalization (3)

Explores ethics of the present and historic expansions of the fashion industry and its environmental impact globally. Examines how gender/race/class shape garment production and consumption and fashion activism in world regions. Emphasis on oral/written communication. A-F only. Junior standing or higher. (Cross-listed as WGSS 433)

ES 233 Filipinos in Diaspora (3)

Introduction to Filipinos in diaspora. Topics include: race, empire, migration, representation, cultural production, identity formation, and decolonization.

ASAN 484 Political Violence in Modern Southeast Asia (3)

Why do Southeast Asian governments and political movements engage in mass killings? How do their perpetrators justify these atrocities? How do survivors deal with their trauma and get their voices heard? A-F only. (Fall only)

MBIO 612 Data Science Fundamentals in R (3)

(3 hr Lec/Lab) Introduces project management, data analysis, and mathematical and statistical modeling using R as a platform. Students will learn principles and benefits of programming languages to apply skills to their own research. (Cross-listed as OCN 682)

DATA 434 Data Science Fundamentals (3)

Introduction to critical statistical and probabilistic concepts that underlie data science as well as tools that play a central role in the daily work of a data scientist. A-F only. Pre: 211 or consent. (Cross-listed as ICS 434)

HRM 365 Labor and Social Legislation (3)

Evolution, interpretation, and application of labor and social welfare legislation with special emphasis on impact of labor-management relations.

COA 334 Middle Age and Aging (3)

Change and continuity in midlife and late life from theoretical and applied perspectives. Written assignments communicate information about physical and psychological age-related events, as well as social attitudes, values, to scholarly and community audiences. Pre: 230. (Cross-listed as HDFS 334)

PLAN 623 Coastal Planning and Management (3)

Theory and practice of coastal planning and management in the U.S. and abroad. Case studies investigate topics such as coastal land conservation, marine protected areas, coastal hazards, fisheries, and aquaculture. Repeatable one time with consent. (Crosslisted as GEO 621)

IS 260 Introduction to Environmental Humanities (3)

Introduction to the environmental humanities, which rests at the intersection of the arts, humanities, and environmental studies. (Cross-listed as SUST 260)

LTEC 461 Foundations in Design Thinking (3)

Using real-world problems, students learn a creative problem-solving process that is human-centered and iterative, and practice design thinking mindsets (embracing ambiguity, learning from failure, and bias toward action) as they tackle the problem. A-F only. (Alt. years)

ANSC 430 Poultry Production (3)

Students will learn about poultry health and hygiene, husbandry, production, biosecurity, hands-on skills, and recent advances in poultry farming systems for meat and egg production. ANSC majors only. Junior standing or higher. Pre: 301 or 445.

ASAN 120 Politics and Poetics of Climate Change in Asia (3)

Examines the causes and impacts of, and responses to, climate change in Asia through interdisciplinary approaches: natural sciences, politics, economics, as well as legal, cultural, and creative/artistic dimensions. A-F only.

ECON 444 Economics of Happiness (3)

Topics covered include: measuring happiness, what individual and country characteristics contribute to individual well-being, what are the consequences of happiness on behavior, and whether happiness is a cause or an effect. Pre: 301, 321, or consent.

PACS 333 Islands and Archipelagos (3)

Applies an island studies perspective to critically evaluate the commonalities and differences across islands and archipelagos in several world regions. Examines how island geographies influence social identities and movements and are impacted by environmental conditions. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. (Cross-listed as GEO 333)

GEO 333 Islands and Archipelagos (3)

Applies an island studies perspective to critically evaluate the commonalities and differences across islands and archipelagos in several world regions. Examines how island geographies influence social identities and movements and are impacted by environmental conditions. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. (Cross-listed as PACS 333)

DATA 235 Machine Learning Methods (3)

Introduction to contemporary mathematical methods for empirical inference, data modeling, and machine learning. A-F only. Pre: MATH 241, MATH 203, MATH 215, or MATH 251A. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as ICS 235)

QHS 605 Data Management and Visualization for Health Sciences (3)

Data management and visualization is essential to all aspects of health sciences. Through hands-on experiences in R, will introduce data processing, manipulation, visualization and reproducibility, with an emphasis on clinical, medical, and health science problems. A-F only.

PLAN 609 Causality in the Social Sciences: A Relatively Gentle Introduction (3)

An introduction to the statistical methods used to identify plausibly causal effects with non-experimental data. A-F only. Pre: 601 or equivalent. (Alt. years)

PHIL 321 Bodies, Minds, and Selves (3)

Explores the nature of the mind. Questions addressed include: How does the mind relate to the body? What is the nature of consciousness? Are you the same person today as you were yesterday? Pre: any 100-level PHIL course or above, or consent.

PHIL 121 How To Be Happy (3)

Everyone wants to be happy. What is happiness? How do we become happy? Students examine and practice proposals from ancient philosophy and tragedy and recent psychology about the ingredients, methods, and difficulties of living well.

PH 611 Fundamentals to One Health (3)

Familiarizes students with the fundamentals of One Health–an interdisciplinary field of study linking ecosystems to human and animal health. It uses contemporary examples and emphasizes oceans and human health connections. Graduate students only. A-F only.

PH 441 Introduction to One Health (3)

Familiarizes students with the fundamentals of One Health–an
interdisciplinary field of study linking ecosystems to human and animal health. It uses contemporary examples and emphasizes oceans and human health connections. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: (201, or ANSC 200, or BIOC 141, or BIOL 101, or BIOL 171, or BOT 101, or ERTH 101, or GES 102, or OEST 101, or OCN 102, or ATMO 150, or SOC 180) with a minimum grade of C or better; or consent.

GEO 685 Human Geography Research Methods (3)

Introduction to research methods in human geography. Explores and provides guided practical experience with research methods and analysis.

COA 411 Aging and Disability Policy: Intersections in Health (3)

Examines health programs and policies that help kupuna and persons with disabilities stay healthy and independent, including Medicare. Will engage with local community partners for meaningful intergenerational activities and project-based learning. A-F only.

CHEM 100L Chemistry and Society Laboratory (1)

Laboratory to accompany CHEM 100, 110, or SUST 120. Lab introduces fundamental applications of chemistry, with special emphasis on relevant topics and how chemistry relates to the real world. (For students in non-science fields.) A-F only. Pre: 100 (or concurrent), 110 (or concurrent), or SUST 120 (or concurrent).

NURS 364 Principles of Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice (4)

(Lec) Introduces the process for research application and evidence-based practice. Includes: EBP questions, evidence sources, literature search and synthesis, levels and quality of evidence, and determination of clinical significance. Focus on contemporary medical ethics issues. NURS majors only. A-F only..

LLEA 247 Gods, Heroes, and Dragons: Germanic Myth, Legends, and Fairy Tales (3)

Study of Germanic myth, legends, and fairy tales. Analysis of narratives from ancient times to the modern era from multiple theoretical perspectives.

ANTH 338 Historical Ecology (3)

Examines the recursive relationship between humans and the environment across deep time. (Fall only)

ANTH 231 Anthropology of Love (3)

Explores love from multiple anthropological viewpoints: biological, cultural, archaeological. (Spring only)

CINE 475 Screenwriting Capstone (3)

Culmination of beginning and advanced screenwriting classes. Students will write a treatment and first act for a feature-length project or pilot script and series bible for a television project. Repeatable one time. SCA majors only. Pre: 350 and 450.

PHIL 340 Hawaiian Philosophy: Aloha ‘Āina (3)

Introduction to Indigenous Hawaiian philosophy and how to engage with Aloha ‘Āina relying upon a methodology and pedagogy consistent with the philosophy being discussed. Pre: 100 or above, HAW 100, HWST 107, or consent.

QHS 600 Biostatistics Concepts for Clinical Researchers (3)

Provide biostatistical concepts to clinical researchers. Students will obtain the ability to demonstrate an understanding of key biostatistical concepts in clinical research; and interpret statistical findings most commonly reported in clinical and healthcare literature. Graduate students only.

LIS 659 Archival Access, Representation and Use (3)

Principles and techniques for arrangement and description of archival materials. Topics include basic metadata standards, authority sources, record context, series identification, scope, and content. LIS majors only. Graduate students only. Pre: 654.

IS 350 One Health: Preparing for the Next Pandemic (3)

Focuses on the COVID-19 pandemic as a case study of a global health problem that is optimally approached from a One Health perspective. A-F only. Pre: ANSC 200, BIOL 101, MICR 130, PH 201, or consent of instructor. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as TRMD 350)

TRMD 350 One Health: Preparing for the Next Pandemic (3)

Focuses on the COVID-19 pandemic as a case study of a global health problem that is optimally approached from a One Health perspective. A-F only. Pre: ANSC 200, BIOL 101, MICR 130, PH 201, or consent of instructor. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as IS 350)

QHS 401 Mathematic Preparation for Quantitative Health Sciences (3)

Mathematics preparation for quantitative health sciences. Includes selective topics in
linear algebra, advanced calculus and probability theory. A-F only.

ME 442 Mechatronics (3)

(2 Lec, 1 2-hr Lab) Modern mechatronics components and design principles; functionality of products, processes and systems; electrical circuits and mechanical components; programming and control; hands on technology; application case studies. ME, ECE, CE, ICS majors only. Pre: junior standing or consent. (Fall only)

HWST 235 Native Hawaiian Composition (3)

Focus on studying and Applying Native Hawaiian composition practices from the nineteenth century into the present day. Pre: 107 and HAW 100.

SUST 659 He Ali‘i Ka ‘Āina; Land, Resources, and Leadership (3)

Seminar focused on leadership challenges in Mālama ‘Āina to bridge ancestral and contemporary systems to better steward resources, produce abundance, work with and in community, and pivot large institutions for a better Aloha ‘Āina future. (Cross-listed as HWST 659)

CEE 479 Construction Law (3)

In-depth exploration of the legal regimes governing construction. Construction contracts, contractors, and subcontractors. Breach of contracts, claims and litigation in construction
projects. CEE, CNST majors only. Senior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 375. (Spring only)

CEE 478 Construction Safety (3)

Safety and health concepts, laws and requirements for civilian and contractor personnel in construction, including applications in project management and construction activities. CNST, CEE majors only. A-F only. Pre: 375.

ANTH 369 Household Archaeology (3)

Focuses on the differences in the composition, activities, roles, and relationships to be observed archaeologically between households that comprised ancient communities and how these differences inform us about the dynamics of social change. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 210.

COA 342 Adult Development and Aging (3)

Overview from a multidisciplinary, life-span perspective. Includes research techniques, personality development, family relationships, occupational attainment, death. Pre: PSY 100. Recommended: 240. (Cross-listed as PSY 342)

COA 435 Back to the Future: Aging in Today’s Society (3)

By 2050, more than a quarter of the world’s population will be 60 years of age or older. Explores what we know about aging today to encourage a lifetime of aging well. A-F only. Pre: PH 201 or SW 360 or WGSS 305 or PSY 100 or HDFS 230 or NURS 200; or consent. (Cross-listed as PH 435 and SW 435)

ME 201 Space Exploration (4)

Introduction to science and engineering of Solar System exploration with laboratory exercises. Covers planetary science, model-based systems engineering, mission planning, constraints on payload and spacecraft design, human spaceflight technology. Research projects emphasize written communication. A-F only. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as EPET 201)

HON 299 Transformational Research Experiences for Early Undergraduates (3)

Introduction to exploring discover-based investigation, with hands-on experiences in a wide range of science fields. Divided into 4-week learning modules led by researchers at several UH Mānoa research facilities on and off campus. Repeatable one time. CR/NC only. (Cross-listed as UROP 299)

COA 353 Survey of Sociology of Aging (3)

Aging as a social phenomenon, including social impacts of growing elderly population and emerging social patterns among the elderly. Important theoretical perspectives and cross-national research. Pre: SOC 100 or a 200-level sociology course, or consent. (Cross-listed as SOC 353)

CEE 624 Coastal Modeling (3)

Coastal modeling using the SMS Surface-Water Modeling software. Applications to solving coastal problems for different ocean hazard scenarios by applying models for tides, waves, coastal circulation, wave-current interaction, sediment transport, and/or morphology change. Pre: consent; knowledge of ORE 607 desirable. (Cross-listed as ORE 624 and SUST 624)

SUST 621 Coastal Flood Mitigation (3)

Design and solutions to coastal flood mitigation problems. Topics include climate adaptation; engineering solutions and best practices to mitigate coastal risk under different ocean hazard scenarios; and ecological approaches to mitigate coastal risk. Pre: consent; knowledge of AutoCAD and ORE 661 desirable. (Cross-listed as CEE 621 and ORE 621)

ORE 621 Coastal Flood Mitigation (3)

Design and solutions to coastal flood mitigation problems. Topics include climate adaptation; engineering solutions and best practices to mitigate coastal risk under different ocean hazard scenarios; and ecological approaches to mitigate coastal risk. Pre: consent; knowledge of AutoCAD and ORE 661 desirable. (Cross-listed as CEE 621 and SUST 621)

CEE 621 Coastal Flood Mitigation (3)

Design and solutions to coastal flood mitigation problems. Topics include climate adaptation; engineering solutions and best practices to mitigate coastal risk under different ocean hazard scenarios; and ecological approaches to mitigate coastal risk. Pre: consent; knowledge of AutoCAD and ORE 661 desirable. (Cross-listed as ORE 621 and SUST 621)

SUST 103 An Introduction to Integrative Systems Biology: Hawaiian Biomes as a Framework (4)

Lecture/discussion introduces students to the field of biology through the integration of microbiology and macrobiology into a single, comprehensive systems biology with a focus on Hawaiian biomes and ecosystem sustainability. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as OEST 103)

ME 401 Capstone Project: Producing a Science Satellite (4)

Develops a space mission with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists. Will build a small spacecraft and payload and seeks to answer important science questions. Emphasizes review report and proposal writing. A-F only. Pre: 400. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as EPET 401)

ME 400 Space Mission Design (4)

Covers all aspects of spacecraft design, subsystems, science payload, systems engineering, project management, budgets, and ethical issues that are important to consider in producing a fully successful mission. A-F only. Pre: 301. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as EPET 400)

ME 301 Space Science and Instrumentation (4)

Essential techniques for remote compositional analysis of planets; understanding spectroscopy, mineralogy, and geochemistry of planetary surfaces and their measurement. Design of space flight instrumentation. A-F only. Pre: EPET 201, or ERTH 101 and ERTH 101L and ERTH 105, or ERTH 101 and ERTH 107; and CHEM 161 and PHYS 272. (Fall only) (Crosslisted as EPET 301)

JOUR 323 Sports Media (3)

A practice-based writing approach to the production of sports media in contemporary mediums of all types (written, audio, video, etc.) for various communication contexts (e.g., journalistic, public relations, etc. A-F only.

COA 499 Directed Reading and Research forJuniors and Seniors (V)

Individual reading or research under supervision of COA-affiliated faculty. Repeatable two
times, up to nine credits. Juniors and seniors only. Pre: consent of instructor.

COA 399 Directed Reading and Research for Freshmen and Sophomores (V)

Individual reading or research under supervision of COA-affiliated faculty.
Repeatable two times, up to nine credits. Freshmen and sophomores only. A-F only. Pre: instructor consent.

ERTH 333 Earth Materials and Structures (4)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Lecture and lab that covers formation, occurrence, and identification of common minerals, rocks, and geologic structures. Lab work will include study of hand-samples, thin-sections, and field experiences. A-F only. Pre: 200 or 201. (Fall only)

WGSS 371 Oceanic Gender, Sexual, and Kinship Identities (3)

Oceania-centric perspective. Analysis of imperialism, colonialism, gender, sexuality, race,
ethnicity, and queer(ed) relations and identities in Hawai‘i and the Pacific. Junior standing or higher. Pre: one DS or DH course, or consent. (Cross-listed as ES 391)

SUST 439 Installation/Performance–Material in Context (3)

Studio investigation of the transformation of space (ecological, social, political, psychological) through artist intervention. Experiments in non-object based interventions and into the evocative potential of materials. Engages writing and oral expression as significant analytical tools. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: ART 116 or consent. (Cross-listed as ART 439)

SUST 335 Society and Environment (3)

Relationship of humans with natural environment; role of culture in ecological systems. Pre: 152. (Cross-listed as ANTH 335)

ANTH 335 Society and Environment (3)

Relationship of humans with natural environment; role of culture in ecological systems. Pre: 152. (Cross-listed as SUST 335)

SNSK 102 Introduction to Sanskrit II (3)

Continuation of 101. Pre: 101.

PHYS 760 Modern General Relativity (3)

Differential geometry, special relativity, Einstein equations, gravitational phenomena, equivalence principles, black holes, gravitational waves, cosmology, relativistic stars, experimental tests, computational techniques. Graduate students only in PHYS or ASTR. (Alt. years: fall) (Crosslisted as ASTR 760)

ANSC 387 Laboratory Skills in Animal Science (2)

Provides students with basic and essential laboratory skills required in various fields of animal science such as nutrition, genetics, reproductive physiology, meat science, clinical pathology, parasitology, and animal handling. ANSC majors only. A-F only. Pre: (200 or 201, and BIOL 171 and 171L and CHEM 161) with a minimum grade of D-. (Fall only)

PACE 325 Greek and Roman War Literature (3)

Survey of war-related literature from Greece and Rome, its major themes, and how it reflects the wide range of social, political, intellectual, and literary perspectives on war found in the ancient world. Pre: sophomore standing or higher, or consent. (Cross-listed as CLAS 325)

PHIL 309 Philosophy of Education (3)

Uses tools of philosophical inquiry to explore historical and contemporary perspectives on the nature of education, including concepts of knowledge, teaching, learning, and human flourishing. Repeatable one time. Pre: any course 100 or above in PHIL, or consent.

ECON 630 Econometrics III (3)

Will equip students with the ability to undertake, understand, and critically assess empirical research using state-of-the-at econometric methods. Pre: 628 or consent. (Alt. years)

ECON 621 Macroeconomic Theory III (3)

Will equip students with the ability to understand, undertake, and critically evaluate theoretical and quantitative research in modern macroeconomics with a focus on the application of the search and matching methodology. Pre: 607 or consent. (Alt. years)

COM 345 Information Technology and Health Communication (3)

Combined lecture-discussion on the application of ICTs for health communication from the aspect of technologies, systems, services, and policies. COM majors only. A-F only.

LLEA 147 Death and Dying in Literature and Film (3)

Exploration of death and dying in literature and film as manifested across time and cultures throughout the world. Analysis of narratives from ancient times to the modern era from multiple theoretical and cross-cultural perspectives.

COA 305 Ethics, Aging & Society (3)

Addresses ethical issues in gerontology and long-term care for older adults as raised by public policy, health care problems, and social attitudes toward elders. Explores established practices and new directions for ethics in aging. A-F only. (Cross-listed as IS 305)

SUST 401 History of the Indian Ocean World (3)

Explores the transnational history of the Indian Ocean world, especially the region connected by the western monsoon. Topics include travel, trade, religion, colonialism, nationalism, diaspora, and globalization, including actors like slaves, sailors, women, and
merchants. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as HIST 401)

SUST 627 Coastal Geology (3)

Geological history and geologic framework of the Hawaiian shoreline. Modern climate change, paleoclimate, focus on sea level change. Modern coastal management and problems in the coastal environment. Coastal planning. Repeatable one time, credit earned one time. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as ERTH 620)

ASTR 791 Cosmology Seminar (1)

Students and researchers will review and discuss the most important and exciting cosmological results in depth. ASTR and PHYS majors only. Graduate students only.

ASTR 758 Programming and Algorithms for Astronomers (2)

Distillation of modern computer science fundamentals and paradigms, with applications
to astronomy. Common algorithms and essential programming techniques. Assignments include extensive Python programming practice. Open to graduate students in any physical science. Graduate students only. (Alt. years)

WGSS 641 Advanced Queer Theory (3)

Advanced graduate seminar on the key ideas within queer theory. Students will become familiar with theories of queer relationality, queer of color critique, globalization of
sexuality, disability and transgender studies, and queer indigeneities. Pre: undergraduate or graduate course work in women’s, gender, sexuality, or LGBTQ studies.

WGSS 482 Indigenous Feminisms (3)

Examines the origins and futures of Indigenous feminist theory and praxis. Topics explored include cultural revitalization, colonialism, and sexual violence in Indigenous
communities, citizenship and sovereignty, and contemporary Native gender roles and identity. Pre: 151 or consent.

HIST 404 Rivers, Seas, and Society in Southeast Asia (3)

The rivers, seas, and extensive coastlines are a dominant environmental feature in Southeast Asia. Focuses on the dynamic interaction of water and society in shaping the history of the region.

HWST 659 He Ali‘i Ka ‘Āina; Land, Resources, and Leadership (3)

Seminar focused on leadership challenges in MVâlama ‘Āina to bridge ancestral and
contemporary systems to better steward resources, produce abundance, work with and in community, and pivot large institutions for a better Aloha ‘Āina future. (Cross-listed as SUST 659)

DNCE 341 Advanced Hip Hop (V)

Hip Hop studio practice, technique, and performance at the advanced level. Repeatable three times, up to 12 credits. Pre: 241 or consent.

SLS 644 Multilingual/EL Pedagogy (3)

Examines practices, theories, research, and perspectives on multilingual/EL teaching approaches. Topics include culturally and linguistically responsive approaches, collaboration, lesson planning, and adapting materials to promote the growth and development of multilingual/ EL learners. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as EDCS 644)

EDCS 644 Multilingual/EL Pedagogy (3)

Examines practices, theories, research, and perspectives on multilingual/EL teaching approaches. Topics include culturally and linguistically responsive approaches, collaboration, lesson planning, and adapting materials to promote the growth and development of multilingual/ EL learners. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as SLS 644)

SUST 414 The Ethics of Climate Change and Geoengineering (3)

Provide a scientific basis to examine the consequences of climate change and the
proposed geoengineering solutions, and examine the fundamental ethical basis that underlies environmental policies. A-F only. Pre: OCN 310. (Alt. years: spring) (Cross-listed as OCN 411)

LING 215 Bad Words (3)

An examination of the link between language and society through the use and perception of taboo words.

LAIS 381 Asians and Pacific Islanders in Latin America (3)

Survey of the history and culture of Asian, Polynesian, and Pacific Islander communities in Latin America. Sophomore standing or higher.

DNCE 241 Intermediate Hip Hop (V)

Hip Hop studio practice, technique, and performance at the intermediate level. Repeatable three times, up to 12 credits.

COA 206 Introduction to Applied Gerontology: Helping Yourself and Others to Thrive in Later Life (3)

Introduction to essential information on aging and the field of gerontology. Counters ageist stereotypes, develops skills for translating research into practice, and provides an introductory survey course for the undergraduate certificate in aging. A-F only. (Crosslisted as IS 206)

CHEM 662 Computational Modeling in Chemistry (3)

Theory and application of computational modeling in chemistry. Statistical theory behind molecular dynamics simulations, application to modeling chemical systems, computer programming, and analysis of results. Graduate students only.

HIST 366 Women in Oceania (3)

Uses research and writing to explore historical processes that have impacted the lives of Indigenous women in Oceania and women’s engagements with those processes over time, with a focus on women’s voices, agency, and empowerment.

ANTH 669 Advanced Household Archaeology (3)

Focus on  the differences in the composition, activities, roles, and relationships to be observed archaeologically between the households that comprised ancient communities, and how these differences inform us about the dynamics of social change. Graduate students only.

STE 611 (Alpha) Professional Studies III (3)

Planning and methods seminar in conjunction with practice teaching. (B) licensure; (C) non-licensure. Each alpha is repeatable one time, up to six credits. A-F only.

FDM 495 Capstone Portfolio (3)

Integration and application of academic knowledge and critical skills emphasizing professional development. Includes extensive instruction in writing and communication. Pre: 492 and senior standing.

SUST 480 Applied Forest Ecology (3)

Application of ecological theory to sustainable management of forest resources in Hawaii and beyond, including silviculture
(production of timber and nontimber forest products), restoration (restoring damaged or degraded forests), and conservation (conserving existing forest resources). A-F only. Pre: (311/NREM 310 and NREM 380) with a minimum grade of C-, or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as NREM 480)

NURS 321 Women, Newborn, and Family Health (3)

Nursing care and health promotion for women, newborn, and families in acute care and community settings. Utilization of family theories and assessment tools for providing culturally sensitive, client-centered care. NURS majors only. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 220 and 220L and 213.

SUST 112L Introduction to the Environment and Sustainability Lab (1)

Introduction to a variety of quantitative and qualitative approaches and methodologies to describe and assess key components to the environment. A-F only. Pre: 112 (or concurrent) or GES 102 (or concurrent) or OCN 102 (or concurrent). (Cross-listed as GES 102L and OCN 102L)

PSY 301 Introduction to Educational Psychology (3)

Psychology applied to education, including cognitive, sociocultural, and multicultural approaches to teaching, learning, development, and research. Develops knowledge and written communication skills through and introduction to classroom, assessment, instruction, motivation, classroom management, and standardized testing. (Cross-listed as EDEP 311)

LWPA 569 Human Rights in Asia (V)

A survey of human rights norms, institutions, and implementation mechanism of international human rights law in light of the rapid development of regional cooperation and integration in Asia.

MBBE 422 Sensors and Instrumentation for Biological Systems (3)

Design course focused on fundamentals of electronic interfacing, control and automation, including biological processes. Topics include sensor physics, basic instrumentation, digital communication, and programming of microcontrollers and other portable computer systems. Pre: (160, 211, and BE 350 or MATH 302 or MATH 307 or ECE 326) with a minimum grade of C; or consent. (Cross-listed as BE 420 and ECE 422)

CINE 419 Virtual and Augmented Reality Programming (3)

 Students will learn to develop virtual reality and augmented reality applications with turnkey tools as well as through programming. Prior programming experience is not required for this course. Pre: any 215 or ICS 110(Alpha) or ICS 111. (Cross-listed as ICS 486).

BOT 357 Tropical forest Ecology (3)

Introduction to the ecological processes and principles of tropical ecosystems, and to conservation issues facing tropical forests, with a particular emphasis on the neotropics.
A-F only. Pre: BIOL 171 and BIOL 172, or BOT 101; and BIOL 265.

ERTH 617 Summer Fieldschool Program: Hydrogeophysics in Volcanic Environments (V)

Will cover the full hydrogeophysical workflow including theory, acquisition design, field data acquisition, data processing, data inversion, and hydrogeological interpretation. Methods include ambient seismic, 3D electrical resistivity tomography and induced
polarization, and self-potential. Pre: consent. (Summer only)

QHS 499 Directed Reading/Research (V)

Directed reading/research in quantitative health sciences. Students will work closely with a QHS faculty member or mentor who will guide them through quantitative methodologies and/or the process of conducting a research study. Repeatable three times or up to 12 credits. A-F only.

LING 417 Language Endangerment and Revitalization (3)

An overview of language endangerment, especially in the Pacific and Asia, and a critical examination of the strategies that are being developed to combat it. Pre: one of LING 102, 150B, 150C, 105, 320, SLS 150, SLS 301, or consent.

JPN 453 Introduction to Teaching Japanese as a Foreign Language (3)

Introduction to instructional approaches for Japanese language classroom teaching that focus on everyday language use. Students develop instructional materials, pedagogical practices, and assessment tools for engaged and effective teaching and learning of Japanese. Pre: 350 (or concurrent) and 401, 403, 404, or 405 (or concurrent); or instructor’s consent.

KOR 313 Reading and Translating Korean Poetry (3)

Introduction to modern Korean poetry and translation for students with third-year level Korean abilities. Students will learn how to interpret poems and translate them from Korean to English. Pre: 301 or consent.

WGSS 441 Queer Theory (3)

Intensive survey of the key theories, texts, and questions of the interdisciplinary fields that make up queer theory. Pre: 141 or 151 or 392 or consent.

WGSS 141 Introduction to LGBTQ+ Studies (3)

Introduction to a survey of the key terms, texts, and histories of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities with special attention to Hawai‘i and Oceania. A-F only

ORE 680 Ocean Engineering and Resilience in a Changing Climate (3)

Focus on understanding the changing ocean conditions (e.g. waves and sea levels)
relevant to the resilience of practical ocean engineering applications. Graduate students only. Pre: 607 or consent. (Spring only)

NURS 321L Women, Newborn, and Family Health Lab (3)

Nursing care and health promotion for women, newborn, and families in acute and community settings. Utilization of family theories and assessment tools when providing culturally sensitive, family-centered care. Emphasis on teaching writing for the profession. NURS majors only. Sophomore standing or higher. CR/NC only. Pre: 220 and 220L and 213.

MBBE 451 Synthetic Biology (3)

Introduction to principles, tools, and applications of synthetic biology; molecular techniques and design/analysis of synthetic gene circuits, synthetic-biology parts/devices, CRISPRbased systems, engineered microbial cell factories, for industrial, agricultural, medical applications. A-F only. Pre: (PHYS 152 (or PHYS 272), BIOL 275/275L) with a minimum grade of C; or consent. (Alt. years: fall)

MKT 368 Sustainable Marketing (3)

Provides environmental knowledge and managerial tools that help for profit and not-for-profit organizations address pressing issues like global warming, plastic pollution, and fair trade while earning surplus revenue and remaining socially accountable. Pre: BUS 312 or consent.

LIS 636 Responding to Reading in Libraries (3)

Research-intensive seminar that explores the reading process in library contexts and similar settings. Critical examination of ways in which library and literacy services impact reading engagement and interests of library users. LIS majors only. Graduate students only.

HIST 493 Library Treasures: Exploring Special Collections & Archives (3)

Conduct original research using general library materials, special collections, rare books, archives, and manuscripts, maps, and other historical documents that are uniquely available at libraries and archives at UH and beyond. Repeatable one time.

ECE 369 Computational Media Systems (3)

Intermediate object-oriented programming within the context of interactive media systems and video game development. Topics: classes, objects, inheritance, polymorphism, abstract classes, interfaces, event-driven programming, vectors, geometric primitives, game mechanics, and relevant design patterns. ECE, CENG, ICS, CM, CSCI, THEA, DNCE majors only. A-F only. Pre: 160 or ICS 111 or instructor approval. (Cross-listed as ICS 369)

ECE 345 Linear Algebra and Machine Learning (4)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Mathematical and algorithmic fundamentals of linear algebra and their applications and illustrations to machine learning. Lab introduces programming with data and uses machine learning libraries for an introduction to commonly used technologies. MATH, ECE, CENG, CECE, ME, ICS majors only. A-F only. Pre: MATH 242 or MATH 252A or consent.

CINE 321 Storyboarding and Animatics (3)

Exposes students to the history, application, format, styles, and methods of creating storyboards and animatics. Visual storytelling will be analyzed by examining the foundational components of the visual language of a film. SCA majors only. A-F only. Pre: 255.

COM 645 Digital Storytelling (3)

Focus on development of narrative-based creative activities in all mediums (text, audio, video, etc.) within communication contexts, i.e., journalism, film, public relations, etc. COM majors only. A-F only. Pre: instructor approval.

DNCE 673 Advanced Dance Technology and Live Performance (3)

Advanced skills in dance and technology in live performance. Emphasis on New Media. Graduate students only. Pre: 362 or consent. (Alt. years: spring)

CHEM 435 Experimental Methods in Materials Research (3)

(1 Lec, 2 2-hr Lab) Common experimental techniques in materials testing and research: x-ray diffraction, optical and electron microscopy, thermal and mechanical properties,
electrochemical methods—theory and hands-on experience. Pre: 351 (or concurrent) or ME 341. (Crosslisted as ME 435)

SUST 157 Global Environmental History (3)

Explores the influence of nature–climate, topography, plants, animals, and microorganisms–on human history and the way people, in turn, have influenced the natural world around them. (Cross-listed as HIST 157)

SUST 427 Beaches, Reefs, and Climate Change (3)

Global and local aspects of climate change and paleoclimate; beach and reef processes and response to climate change; management of coastal environments; field study local sites. Repeatable one time. Junior standing or higher, or consent. (Cross-listed as ERTH 420)

SUST 204 Historical Ecology of Hawai‘i (3)

The Hawaiian socio-ecosystem is the product of centuries of human land use and resource exploitation. Explores the events and processes that have shaped the islands’ ecology and future sustainability. A-F only. (Cross-listed as ANTH 204)

LIS 692 Masters Seminar II (2)

Seminar for graduating students focused on the refinement and completion of the culminating portfolio or thesis. Peer mentoring, faculty, and student presentations. MLISc degree required course. Graduate students only. CR/NC only. Pre: 691.

SLS 301 Basic Language Concepts for Second Language Learning, Teaching, and Use (3)

Introduction to language structure and function in the domains of sound, words, sentences, and discourse, with specific focus on description, analysis, and research into learner language. Pre: Sophomore standing or higher.

ASL 302 Advanced American Sign Language II (3)

Development of advanced receptive and expressive conversational skills in American Sign Language (ASL). Pre: 301. (Spring only)

SPED 647 Leadership in Special Education (3)

Seminar on topics related to leadership in the field of special education, including issues for teacher leaders, administrators, and teacher preparation personnel. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Fall only)

ASL 301 Advanced American Sign Language I (3)

Development of advanced receptive and expressive conversational skills in American Sign Language (ASL). Pre: 202. (Fall only)

ART 488 Genres of Japanese Cinema (3)

History of Japanese cinema, including silent films, samurai films, monster films, and literary adaptations, analyzed through the lens of genre theory. Students demonstrate mastery of assigned readings and lecture content via weekly writing assignments. A-F only. Pre: 175 and 176. (Summer only)

SUST 623 Science and Science Curriculum, PK-12 (3)

Application of recent developments in science, sustainability, curriculum development, and learning theory to pre-kindergarten through secondary school. Science philosophy, content and methodology stressed, including inquiry, nature of science, sustainability, and
science literacy. Repeatable one time. (Cross-listed as EDCS 623)

MCB 275 Cell and Molecular Biology (3)

Integrated cell and molecular biology for life science majors. Modern advances in recombinant DNA technology. A-F only. Pre: C (not C-) or better in BIOL 171/171L and CHEM 272. (Cross-listed as BIOL 275)

BOT 220 Biostatistics (4)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Introduction to statistical approaches in biology.
Students will learn how to formulate hypotheses, test them quantitatively, and present results. Students will analyze biological datasets using the computer language R. A-F only. Pre: 101 or BIOL 171 or BIOL 172; MATH 134 or higher, or MATH assessment exam. (Cross-listed as BIOL 220)

BIOL 220 Biostatistics (4)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Introduction to statistical approaches in biology. Students will learn how to formulate hypotheses, test them quantitatively, and present results. Students will analyze biological datasets using the computer language R. A-F only. Pre: 171 or 172 or BOT 101; MATH 134 or higher, or MATH assessment exam. (Cross-listed as BOT 220)

ART 315 Experimental Art and Animation (3)

Provides students an opportunity to experiment with new mediums while collaborating with artists from different backgrounds, such as art, theatre, dance, film, and animation. SCA, ART, THEA, DNCE majors only. Pre: 113 or CINE 216 (or concurrent) or CINE/DNCE/THEA 353 (or concurrent) or CINE/DNCE/THEA 356 (or concurrent). (Cross-listed as CINE 314 and THEA 314)

NURS 449 Gerontology, Health Care, and the Law (Elder Law) (V)

Provides a basic foundation for studies at the intersection of gerontology, health care, and the law and places an emphasis on proactive and preventive law for older adults in society. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. (Cross-listed as COA 449)

ICS 496 Capstone Project (3)

Project-based course where students work in teams on a software project. Knowledge acquired in the computer science curriculum will be applied to design and implement a software product with potential real-world applicability. Repeatable one time. CS majors only. Senior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: (311 or ECE 367) and 314.

GES 102L Introduction to the Environment and Sustainability Lab (1)

Introduction to a variety of quantitative and qualitative approaches and methodologies to describe and assess key components to the environment. A-F only. Pre: 102 (or concurrent) or OCN 102 (or concurrent) or SUST 112 (or concurrent). (Cross-listed as OCN 102L and SUST 112L)

OCN 102L Introduction to the Environment and Sustainability Lab (1)

Introduction to a variety of quantitative and qualitative approaches and methodologies to describe and assess key components to the environment. A-F only. Pre: 102 (or concurrent) or GES 102 or (or concurrent) SUST 112 (or concurrent). (Cross-listed as GES 102L and SUST 112L)

CINE 452 (Alpha) History and Film (3)

Explores the many relationships between history and film including how film has reflected and shaped society in the past and our relationship to the past. (C) Europe: emphasis on writing as historians and film critics; (E) world/ comparative: significant attention paid to developing writing skills that involve critically comparing history-related cinematic representations across regions and cultures. Repeatable one time for different alphas. (C Cross-listed as HIST 452C; E Cross-listed as HIST 452E) 

SUST 482 Anthropology and the Environment: Culture, Power, and Politics (3)

Investigates environmental problems from an anthropological perspective, and examines the cultural politics of contestations over resources, rights, and the meanings of nature. Pre: ANTH 152 or ANTH 415 or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as ANTH 482)

NURS 322L Child and Family Health Lab (3)

Nursing care and health promotion lab for children and families. Application of concepts related to the delivery of family-centered holistic, culturally sensitive, therapeutic nursing care to children and families in acute care and community settings. NURS majors only. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 213 and 220 and 220L. Co-requisite: 322.

NURS 322 Child and Family Health (2)

Nursing care and health promotion for children and families. Emphasis on concepts related to the delivery of familycentered holistic, culturally sensitive, therapeutic
nursing care to children and families in acute care and community settings. NURS majors only. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 213 and 220 and 220L. Co-requisite: 322L.

ES 400 Ethnic Studies in the Digital World (3)

The digitally networked world mediates race and ethnicity–and vice-versa. We will challenge racism and discrimination manifested in social media, changing notions of identity and group belonging, ewaste, gaming, big data, and more.

ES 457 Politics of Men and Masculinity in U.S. Culture (3)

Examines American understandings of man, manhood, and masculinity, at the intersection of gender, race, class, and sexuality in the context of American nation and empire building in the 19th and 20th centuries. A-F only. Pre: one of WGSS 151, WGSS 175, WGSS 176, or WGSS 202; or consent. (Cross-listed as WGSS 456)

ES 450 Food, Culture, and Empire in U.S. and Hawai‘i (3)

Examines the cultural, historical, and political processes that have informed our understandings and practices involving food. We will analyze food and foodways in the U.S. and Hawai‘i. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: at least one course in WGSS or ES; or consent by instructor. (Cross-listed as AMST 448 and WGSS 450)

WGSS 450 Food, Culture, and Empire in U.S. and Hawai‘i (3)

Examines the cultural, historical, and political processes that have informed our understandings and practices involving food. We will analyze food and foodways in the U.S. and Hawai‘i. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: at least one course in WGSS or ES; or consent by instructor. (Cross-listed as AMST 448 and ES 450)

SUST 495 Sustainability Capstone (3)

Capstone for undergraduate students in interdisciplinary studies focusing on sustainability. The capstone experience provides an opportunity for students to gain knowledge and research experience in an applied setting. Repeatable one time. IS majors only. Senior standing or higher. A-F only.

REL 433 Religion and Food (3)

Writing-based seminar exploring foodways as a basic component in the practice of religions. Examines theoretical issues, foodways as creators of community and identity, sustainability, and other ethical issues, abstinence and fasting, and healing. Pre: 150. (Alt. years: fall) 

REL 311 Ka Baibala ‘Ôlelo Hawai‘i (The Bible in Hawaiian) (3)

Survey of and selected readings from the Hawaiian Bible (Baibala Hemolele). Conducted in Hawaiian. Repeatable one time. Pre: HAW 201.

PH 425 Tobacco & Community Disparities (3)

Assessing the facilitators and barriers of smoking initiation, cessation, and exposure to second-hand smoke within communities. Use of photovoice and its application to policy and addressing disparities. A-F only. Pre: 201.

PHIL 473 Understanding Place: Philosophical Inquiry and Community (3)

Uses tools of philosophical inquiry, specifically p4cHI pedagogy, to develop a deep understanding of lived environment in a Hawaiian context while drawing on urban planning theories and methods to empower students as agents of change. Repeatable one time. Pre: any course 100 or above in PHIL or PLAN, or consent. (Fall only)

MUS 362 Curtain Up! Broadway Musicals, Then and Now (3)

Traces the history of the Broadway musical in a survey of works from the mid-1800s through the recent “Hamilton” phenomenon, and explores their developmental process, structure, and sociocultural, religious, and political contexts. Pre: 106 or consent. (Cross-listed as THEA 362)

LING 394 Philippine Sociolinguistics: Language Use, Ideologies, and Identities (3)

Examines the intersection between language and society, specifically Philippine languages in various communities. Explores how language policies, discourses, and ideologies shape people’s use of language. Emphasis on developing oral communication and written skills. Sophomore standing or higher. (Cross-listed as IP 394)

IP 394 Philippine Sociolinguistics: Language Use, Ideologies, and Identities (3)

Examines the intersection between language and society, specifically Philippine languages in various communities. Explores how language policies, discourses, and ideologies shape people’s use of language. Emphasis on developing oral communication and written skills. Sophomore standing or higher. (Cross-listed as LING 394)

SOC 337 Criminal Justice Organizations (3)

Examines major criminal justice organizations–police, courts, and prisons. Using organizational theory, identifies the role of organizational goals, structure, resources, legitimacy, culture, and front-line workers in shaping criminal justice policy and practice. Pre: 100 or a 200-level SOC course, or consent.

ES 345 The Sounds of Race and Inequality (3)

Explore inequality as manifested and contested in silence, music, dialect, nature, voice, and acoustic space by listening through a matrix of race, ethnicity, gender, class, and sexualities. Combination of hands-on work and current scholarship.

ANTH 230 Anthropology of Sports (3)

Explores sports from anthropological viewpoint: biological, cultural, linguistic, and archaeological. Open to nonmajors. Sophomore standing only.

SUST 459 Strategies in Hawaiian Resource Use (3)

Analyzing diverse land and water use strategies of O‘ahu, from traditional Hawaiian, scientific and economic perspectives, through classroom and on-site lectures. Topics include traditional Hawaiian methods, modern development, threatened ecosystems, ecotourism and scientific research. A-F only. Pre: 217/HWST 207 or 317/HWST 307 or SUST/HWST/356. (Cross-listed as HWST 459).

LWPA 569 Human Rights in Asia (V)

Offered to provide advanced human rights courses at the Law School. The purpose is to convey an understanding of the current situation concerning human rights in Asia, and to facilitate a chance to think about what the future may bring.

LAW 506 Contracts (V)

Law of private agreements. Focuses on common law doctrines with some attention to key Uniform Commercial Code provisions. Examines the bases of promissory liability, contract formation, defenses to enforcement, contract interpretation, breach, and remedies. (Fall only)

PLAN 668 Facilitation: Facilitating Community and Organizational Change (3)

Advanced conflict resolution course. Covers key issues in the prevention, management and resolution of multiparty conflicts. Combined lecture, discussion, and simulations. A-F only. Graduate students only or departmental approval. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as PACE 668)

SOC 180 Introduction to International and Global Studies (3)

Introduces undergraduate students to the major political, social, economic, cultural, technological, and historical dimensions of globalization. Special attention will be paid to globalization process that have impacted Hawai‘i and the Asia-Pacific region. A-F only. (Cross-listed as POLS 160) FGB

BIOL 485L Biology of the Invertebrates Lab (2)

(2 3-hr Lab) Pre: 172 and CHEM 161, or consent. Corequisite: 485.

PHIL 387 The Meaning of War (3)

Exploration of ethical questions related to the many facets of war–e.g., patriotism, tribalism, holy war, self-sacrifice, cowardice, media coverage, propaganda, torture, genocide, pillage, suicide tactics, battlefield immunity. (Cross-listed as PACE 387)

SUST 251 Scientific Principles of Sustainability (3)

Introduction to the scientific principles of sustainability, including the ecology of managed and natural ecosystems, global change biology, ecological principles of natural resource management, renewable energy technologies, and the environmental impacts of humans. (Cross-listed as NREM 251 and TPSS 251)

MBBE 627 Molecular Diagnostics: Principles and Practices (3)

Molecular diagnostics principles, comparative genomics, genome annotation and
bio-informatics, phylogenetics, gene target selection, advanced primer, and probe design. Repeatable one time. Graduate students only or consent. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as PEPS 627)

PEPS 627 Molecular Diagnostics: Principles and Practices (3)

Molecular diagnostics principles, comparative genomics, genome annotation and bio-informatics, phylogenetics, gene target selection, advanced primer, and probe design. Repeatable one time. Graduate students only or consent. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as MBBE 627)

ORE 203L Surf Science and Culture Lab (1)

Practical laboratory dedicated to wave science covering generation, propagation, transformation, and coastal processes related to surfing and the ocean environment through technology. A-F only.

ORE 203 Surf Science and Culture (3)

Introduction to wave science covering generation, propagation, transformation, and coastal processes related to surfing and the human interaction with the ocean using Western science and cultural perspectives. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only.

CINE 470 Directing the Motion Picture (3)

Students direct a narrative live-action short film from pre- through post-production, learning how to develop a directorial vision and how to implement it through storyboarding, scheduling, and collaborative skill sets. SCA majors only. Pre: 310, 350 and 370.

ART 393 Art of India and South Asia (3)

Art and architecture of South Asia in historical and cultural context. Art of India and South Asia. Pre: 175 or consent.

WGSS 330 Gender and Sport (3)

Explores the influence of gender in sport from cultural, psychosocial, and political perspectives. Through extensive writing, students examine gendered experiences of participants, spectators, and employees in sports organizations. A-F only. Pre: one DS course.

AMST 437 Trans* Studies: Trans(feminine/ masculine/gender nonconforming/sexual) (3)

Focus on various aspects of Trans* identities, biographies, cultural productions, and communities. It also addresses issues on racism, medical intervention, dating, societal condemnation, mental health, and incarceration. Junior standing or higher. (Cross-listed as WGSS 493)

BIOL 430L The Biology of Fungi Lab (1)

Will introduce the diversity, ecology, evolution, and biology of the Kingdom Fungi. Focus on our current understanding of fungal evolution and diversity and how fungi interact with environments and hosts. Pre: (430 (or concurrent)) with a minimum grade of C, or consent. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as BOT 430L and TPSS 432L)

TPSS 432L The Biology of Fungi Lab (1)

(1 3-hr Lab) Introduction to the morphology and life cycles of
organisms in the Kingdom Fungi. Focus on learning how to identify a diversity of fungi based on macro- and microscopic features. Field trips to collect specimens. Pre: (BOT 430 (or concurrent)) with a minimum grade of C. or consent. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as BIOL 430L and BOT 430L)

SUST 442 Environmental Management Systems (3)

Introduction to the process of developing Environmental Management Systems that address the principles outlined in ISO14001:2015. Repeatable one time. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as OCN 442 and TIM 462)

TPSS 432 The Biology of Fungi (3)

Will introduce the diversity, ecology, evolution, and biology of the
Kingdom Fungi. Focus on our current understanding of fungal evolution and diversity and how fungi interact with environments and hosts. Pre: (BOT 201, BIOL 172) with a minimum grade of C; or consent. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as BIOL 430 and BOT 430) DB

BIOL 430 The Biology of Fungi (3)

Will introduce the diversity, ecology, evolution, and biology of the Kingdom Fungi. Focus on our current understanding of fungal evolution and diversity and how fungi interact with environments and hosts. Pre: (172, BOT 201) with a minimum grade of C; or consent. (Spring only) (Crosslisted as BOT 430 and TPSS 432)

WGSS 466 Gender in Action Cinema (3)

Investigates gender representation in the evolving genre of American action cinema through combined stylistic and cultural analysis, with special attention to the relationship of gendered action to categories of morality, race, class, and nation. Junior standing or consent. (Cross-listed as AMST 446)

THEA 314 Experimental Art and Animation (3)

Provides students an opportunity to experiment with new mediums while collaborating with artists from different backgrounds, such as art, theatre, dance, film, and animation. SCA, ART, THEA, DNCE majors only. Pre: ART 113 or CINE 216 (or concurrent) or CINE/DNCE/THEA 353 (or concurrent) or CINE/DNCE/THEA 356 (or concurrent). (Cross-listed as CINE 314 and ART 315)

CINE 314 Experimental Art and Animation (3)

Provides students an opportunity to experiment with new mediums while collaborating with artists from different backgrounds, such as art, theatre, dance, film, and animation. SCA, ART, THEA, DNCE majors only. Pre: 216 (or concurrent) or ART 113 or CINE/DNCE/THEA 353 (or concurrent) or CINE/DNCE/THEA 356 (or concurrent). (Cross-listed as ART 315 and THEA 314)

MBBE 411 Food Engineering (3)

Principles and applications of thermodynamics, electricity, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, psychrometry, and material and energy balances of food processing and preservation. Pre: (BIOL 171, CHEM 162 or CHEM 171 or CHEM 181A, MATH 243 or MATH 253A, PHYS 151 or PHYS 170) with a minimum grade of C; or consent. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as BE 411 and FSHN 411)

THEA 641 Historic Costume and Decor (3)

Overview of visual styles in fashion, textiles, architecture, ornament, and furniture for production and entertainment design through lecture, lab, and discussion.

PHYL 499 Directed Reading or Research (V)

Students will learn fundamental concepts and multiple techniques in molecular biology, physiology, and histology for cardiovascular research through the projects in the lab. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned to two credits only. Junior or senior standing only. CR/NC only.

PHIL 222 Existentialism: Freedom, Being, Death (3)

Introduction to the major thinkers and the fundamental concepts and debates of Existentialism, taking Existentialism as a global movement expressed not just in philosophical texts, but also in literature and film. A-F only.

OCN 411 The Ethics of Climate Change and Geoengineering (3)

Provide a scientific basis to examine the consequences of climate change and the proposed geoengineering solutions, and examine the fundamental ethical basis that underlies environmental policies. A-F only. Pre: 310. (Alt. years: spring) (Crosslisted as SUST 414)

MUS 652 Introduction to Research in Music Education (3)

Introduction to research techniques in music education, including topic selection, literature review, and presentation of information in written form. A-F only. MUS majors only. Graduate students only. Pre: 651 (with a minimum grade of B-)

ME 648 Nanosystems (3)

Fabrication, design, and analysis of physical systems, sensors, and actuators at the nanoscale and microscale, including electrostatic and electromagnetic interactions, signal transduction, and measurements. Course work will focus on literature review and integration of current research. Engineering majors only. Graduate students only. (Spring only

MATH 620 Key Elements of Topology (1)

Key concepts of Topology for graduate students in mathematics; topological spaces; separation axioms, compactness, connectedness; continuity. MATH majors only. Graduate students only.

MATH 610 Key Elements of Linear Algebra (1)

Key concepts of linear algebra for graduate students in mathematics. Specific topics include vector spaces, linear transformations, multilinear forms, and Jordan decomposition. May not receive credit for both MATH 411 and MATH 610. MATH majors only. Graduate students only.

MATH 600 (Alpha) Career Skills for Graduate Students in Mathematics (1)

Seminar addresses issues important in the career of a mathematician, beginning from their time in graduate school, through navigating the job market and on to their eventual work in industry or academia. (B) teaching. Repeatable unlimited times, repeatable one time for (B). MATH majors only.  Graduate students only.

ICS 637 Deep Learning with Neural Networks (3)

Graduate course on deep learning with artificial neural networks. Provides practical techniques for modeling image, video, text, and graph data with supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning approaches. Includes instruction in the latest software frameworks. Graduate students only. Pre: 635 (or concurrent) or consent.

ICS 486 Virtual and Augmented Reality Programming (3)

Students will learn to develop virtual reality and augmented reality applications with turnkey tools as well as through programming. Prior programming experience is not required for this course. Pre: any 110(Alpha) or 111 or CINE 215. (Cross-listed as CINE 419).

HIST 368 Global History of Sport (3)

Explores the relationship between sport and society in historical perspective. Analyzes global processes of imperialism, nationalism, globalization, and international relations,
and studies themes such as the politics of race, class, and gender.

DNCE 259 Topics in Dance (V)

Readings, research, and/or field and movement experiences. Repeatable two times, up to nine credits.

ATMO 640 Paleoclimate Model-Proxy Synthesis (3)

Basics of Earth System Model development, parameterizations, intermodel variability and design of paleoclimate simulations. Types of proxies, tools and techniques for paleoclimate record development and reconstructions. Hypothesis testing and methods for proxy-model comparison studies. ATMO, GEO, EPET, NREM, OCN, and ORE majors only. Graduate students only. (Alt. years: spring)

ASAN 658 Telecom and the Internet in East Asia (3)

Offers interdisciplinary approach to study of internet and telecommunications in East Asia. Examines growth and development of telecommunications networks in China, Japan, South and North Korea. Focuses on contemporary social media and government policy. A-F only. (Alt. years: spring)

ART 621 Materials in Contemporary Art (3)

Explores the physical, historical, symbolic, and contextual capacity of materials, as well as the mutually constitutive roles of artist and materials within the creative process. A-F only. (Spring only)

ART 620 Methods in Contemporary Art (3)

Examines processes of inquiry and experimentation within studio practice. Students explore a range of research methods as a way to challenge habitual methodologies and expand notions of art and art making. A-F only. (Fall only)

ANTH 424 Islands as Model Systems: Human Biogeography of the Pacific (3)

Applying the concept of islands as “model systems;” explores the impacts of human populations on the natural ecosystems of oceanic islands, and the reciprocal effects of anthropogenic change on human cultures. A-F only. Pre: 323 or consent.

ANTH 360 Primate Behavioral Ecology (3)

As primates are our closest living relatives, studying the range of variation in areas like life history, diet, communication, and social systems within the order primates can inform on how we ourselves evolved.

ANTH 329 Indigenous Peoples and Cultures of North America (3)

Survey of Indigenous peoples of North America. Integrates documentary records, ethnography, and archaeology to explore variability among native communities. Contemporary topics include political recognition and self-determination, health and education, and natural resources and economic development.

ANTH 204 Historical Ecology of Hawai‘i (3)

The Hawaiian socio-ecosystem is the product of centuries of human land use and resource exploitation. Explores the events and processes that have shaped the islands’ ecology and future sustainability. A-F only. (Cross-listed as SUST 204)

CINE 486 Capstone Creative Production (3)

Emphasis on advanced production skills in creating a capstone project in live-action fiction film, animation, documentary, or new media. Screenwriting students may also develop a feature screenplay or television pilot and series bible. Repeatable one time. SCA majors only. Pre: 405 or 410 or 420 or 455 or 475.

MATH 353 Introduction to Euclidean and NonEuclidean Geometries (3)

Axiomatic geometry and introduction to the axiomatic method; Euclidean geometry; hyperbolic geometry, and other nonEuclidean geometries. Pre: 243 or 253A, and 321 (or concurrent); or consent. (Fall only)

SPED 202 Global and Historical Perspectives of Disability in the Media (3)

Explores the history of disability representation across cultures. Emphasis is placed on examining evolving perceptions of disability as depicted in art, literature, print, film, and digital media. A-F only. FGB

PORT 203 Intensive Intermediate Portuguese (6)

Intensive Intermediate Portuguese course covers content of 201 and 202 combined. Hybrid format combines 3 credits online and 3 credits face to face. Pre: 102 or 103. (Spring only)

ENG 473 Studies in Cultural and Literary Geographies (3)

Intensive study of selected questions, issues, traditions, genres, or writers relating to space
and place as the basis for literary inquiry. Topics may include migration, diaspora, and local histories. Repeatable one time. Pre: ENG 320 and one other 300-level ENG course; or consent.

ENG 472 Studies in Cultural Identities and Literature (3)

Intensive study of selected questions, issues, traditions, genres, and writers in relation to
cultural identities such as race, ethnicity, class as the basis for literary inquiry. Repeatable one time. Pre: 320 and one other 300-level course; or consent.

EDCS 696 Graduate Certificate Capstone (3)

Independent study and/or seminar for students working on a capstone for a graduate certificate. Repeatable three times. CR/NC only.

EDCS 417 STEM Pedagogy (V)

Introduction to STEM education pedagogy with emphasis on ethical issues and effective oral communication. Designed to
integrate educational theory, pedagogy, content, and practical concerns into teaching practices in the STEM fields. Repeatable three times, up to 12 credits.

LTEC 782 Design-Based Research in Education (3)

Provides an introduction to design-based research in education. Reviews different design-based methods and guides students through the process of conducting original design-based research. Focuses on the gap between research and practice. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 667 (with a minimum grade of B) and 668 (or concurrent).

ME 448 Nanosystem and Microsystem Design (3)

Fabrication, design, and analysis of physical systems, sensors, and actuators at the nanoscale and microscale. Microfabrication/nanofabrication, fabrication process design, electrostatistic and electromagnetic interactions, signal transduction, measurements. Course work will focus on process and system design. ENGR majors only. Pre: 331 (with a minimum grade of C-), 375 (with a minimum grade of C-), or consent.

ICS 427 Programming Approaches to Software Quality Assurance (3)

Examination of best practices associated with developing and supporting software
applications with respect to potential security risks. Will augment software engineering practices learned in other courses with the basic principles of cybersecurity. Pre: 314 or consent.

EDEP 489 Applied Psychology: Advanced Topics (3)

Coverage in-depth of some areas of theory and research. Repeatable to six credit hours. Pre: PSY 100. (Crosslisted as PSY 489)

LLEA 415 Culture of Two Germanies: 1945-1989 (3)

(taught in English) Literature, culture, and film of East and West Germany, 1945-1989. Credit cannot be earned for both LLEA 415 and GER 415. Sophomore standing or higher.

ENG 467 Studies in Literary Forms, Genres, and Media (3)

Intensive study of selected questions, issues, traditions, or movements in literary forms, genres, and media. Repeatable one time. Pre: ENG 320 and one other 300-level ENG course; or consent.

ENG 401 Theories and Methods of English Studies (3)

Intensive study of questions, issues, traditions, and movements in the field of English Studies. Recommended for students planning to pursue postbaccalaureate degrees. Pre: ENG 320 and one other 300-level ENG course; or consent.

ENG 388 Literature and the Environment (3)

Basic concepts and representative texts for the study of intersections between literature and the environment, including issues such as climate change, technology, pollution, land and land use, interspecies relationships. Pre: One ENG DL course or consent.

ENG 365 Fiction (3)

Basic concepts and representative texts for the study of the form, function, and development of fiction genres such as short story and the novel in English. Repeatable one time for different topics. Pre: one ENG DL course or consent.

SUST 608 Literacy Across the Disciplines (3)

Explores theoretical and practical principles of literacy and sustainability across academic disciplines, investigating the role of language and literate practices of reading, writing, speaking, visualizing, and representing in social, cultural, and educational contexts. Graduate students only. A-F only. (Crosslisted as EDCS 608)

CLAS 211 Understanding Ancient Religions (3)

Comparative and historical survey of the religious beliefs and practices in ancient times throughout Egypt, Mesopotamia, Syria-Canaan, Anatolia, Persia, Greece, and Rome. A-F only. (Cross-listed as REL 211)

REL 211 Understanding Ancient Religions (3)

Comparative and historical survey of the religious beliefs and practices in ancient times throughout Egypt, Mesopotamia, Syria-Canaan, Anatolia, Persia, Greece, and Rome. A-F only. (Cross-listed as CLAS 211)

ARCH 201 Beginning Design Studio I (4)

Exploration of critical judgment and means to conceptualize, develop, represent, and both visually and orally communicate form and space, including freehand drawing, mechanical drawing, physical model making, diagramming, and computer graphic techniques. ENVD majors only. A-F only. Pre: 102.

ARCH 102 Design Fundamentals Studio II (4)

Continued exploration of design processes. Introduction to CAD technologies, material exploration, and creative exploration including the relationship between digital, physical, and materials aspects of design. ENVD majors only. A-F only. Pre: 101.

EDEF 771 Seminar in Comparative/International Education (3)

Advanced reading, research and writing in selected topics dealing with comparative and international education, including such themes as policy studies, minority education and educational reform. A-F only. Pre: consent.

EDEF 761 History of American Higher Education (3)

Genesis and evolution of college and university from

EDEF 751 Recent History of American Education (3)

Contemporary American education in recent historical perspective; focuses on the educational changes brought about by WW II, the Cold War, civil rights and other social movements. A-F only. Pre: consent.

EDEF 725 Education and Social Change (3)

Study of classical and contemporary theories of social change as these relate to school, the profession of teaching, planning of change, and social stability. Pre: consent

EDEF 650 Education in the Classical Tradition (3)

Classical European, Chinese, Indic, and Islamic traditions in the history of education; emphasis on ways in which they shift, interact, and collide from the early modern period to the present.

SOC 176 Introduction to Data Analysis (3)

Basic analytic skills widely used in quantitative analysis of social science data, including descriptive statistics, rates and probability, comparison of groups, introduction to causal relationships, and application of these techniques to real life examples. A-F only.

ARCH 100 Introduction to the Built Environment (3)

Introduction to the breadth of design in today’s global culture. Exploration of human responses to place, climate, culture, communication, and technology, with emphasis on the impact of scientific knowledge on environmental design. Open to nonmajors. A-F only.

NREM 460 Sustainable Nutrient Management in Agroecosystems (4)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Biological, chemical, and physical processes governing the cycling of nutrients in agroecosystems, crop and livestock production, and the effects on surrounding unmanaged
ecosystems. Pre: (TPSS 304 and CHEM 161) with a minimum grade of C-, or consent. (Cross-listed as TPSS 450) DB

EDEF 352A The History of Education in Hawai‘i From Pre-contact to Statehood (3)

History of educational though and practices from pre-contact Hawaii through statehood. Social, intellectual, political, and cultural influences on indigenous, territorial, and state educational institutions; emphasis on white-settler colonialism, multiculturalism, assimilation, resistance, indigenous, and immigrant experiences. Repeatable one time. A-F only. (Spring only

AMST 202A American Experience: Culture and the Arts (3)

Literature and modern media; visual and performing arts; material culture and architecture; foodways and ritual as meaning-making processes that have shaped the diverse identities, spaces, and communities of the Americas. Writing emphasis, interdisciplinary perspectives.

WGSS 753 (Alpha) Research Seminar in Chinese Literature (3)

Study of authors, a genre, a period, or a problem. (M) modern; (T) traditional. Repeatable one time for (M). A-F only for (M). Pre: 613, 615, 650, or EALL 611; or consent for (M); CHN 612 or consent for (T). (Cross-listed as CHN 753 (Alpha))

WGSS 699 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Graduate students only.

WGSS 650 Research in Feminist Studies: Capstone Experience (2)

Provide women’s studies graduate certificate students with an opportunity to design, develop and complete a research project culminating in a publishable quality work and a professional quality seminar presentation. A-F only. Graduate students only.

WGSS 647 Gender: Law and Conflicts (V)

Examines how international law and domestic legal systems address and resolve conflicts regarding women’s rights, gender roles, and gender identity. Takes a comparative approach with emphasis on the Asia-Pacific region. (Cross-listed as LAW 547 and PACE 637)

WGSS 625 Feminist Criminology (3)

Key themes in feminist criminology are explored including focus on masculinities and crime, race and intersectionality, global criminology, and the ways in which the criminal justice system controls women and girls. A-F only. (Cross-listed as SOC 625)

WGSS 623 Topics in Feminist Social Policy Research (3)

Feminist social scientists from a variety of fields have explored issues of gender, social change and social justice. Draws from their work to critically examine strategies for conducting social policy research that is feminist in values and impact. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Graduate students only.

WGSS 620 Feminism and Its “Others” (3)

Relationship between feminist and other sites of critical insight and scholarship that have contributed to creating anticolonial, antiracist, antihomophobic theory, method and action. Questions the legacy of feminist coalition practices and engages the ongoing transformations that have begun to produce new alliances and coalitions that disrupt traditional boundaries of identity and power. A-F only. Graduate students only.

WGSS 618 Writing and Publishing in an Interdisciplinary Field (3)

Writing-intensive and publishing-focused class, students learn how to publish in an interdisciplinary field. Readings and assignments are designed to help students succeed in academic publishing. Graduate students only. A-F only. Pre: consent.

WGSS 615 Feminist Theory (3)

Selected ideas from contemporary feminist theory concerning power, knowledge, and self; articulating women’s voice; deconstructing gender. Repeatable one time. (Cross-listed as POLS 615C)

WGSS 613 Feminist Research and Methods of Inquiry (3)

Examination of an emergent body of literature about how to shape questions concerning gender, sex, race, class, colonialism, and other vectors of power. Includes methods from social sciences and humanities and debates in the philosophy of science. Repeatable one time. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

WGSS 612 Women in American Culture (3)

Historical/contemporary status of women in the U.S.; women’s roles as defined by legal, educational, political, economic, and social institutions; implications for social science method. (Cross-listed as AMST 612)

WGSS 610 Faculty Seminar Series (1)

Seminar/discussion to introduce students pursuing the Graduate Certificate to the Woman’s Studies faculty and their areas of research, and to initiate student’s graduate studies in a woman’s studies field. Repeatable one time. Graduate students only.

WGSS 602 Transnational Feminist Teaching and Research (3)

Introductory graduate seminar designed to develop common vocabulary and explore the core debates in transnational feminist teaching and research to encourage critical reflection about teaching assumptions, approaches, and techniques in the contemporary college or university environment. A-F only. Graduate students only.

WGSS 499 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Repeatable one time, up to six credits. WS students only. Pre: consent.

WGSS 496 Teaching Women’s Studies (3)

Strategies for teaching women’s studies; addressing complex issues of gender, race, nation, class, sexuality and culture in a contemporary multiethnic campus environment. Emphasis on classroom techniques, teaching pedagogies, and hands-on experience. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 151 and one or more WS course with a grade of B or better in all relevant courses, instructor recommendation; or consent.

WGSS 495 Selected Topics (3)

Problems and issues for reading and research: feminist theory, criticism, affirmative action, etc. Repeatable two times. Pre: any WS course in appropriate area.

WGSS 493 Trans* Studies: Trans(feminine/masculine/ gender nonconforming/sexual) (3)

Focus on various aspects of Trans* identities, biographies, cultural productions, and communities. It also addresses issues on racism, medical intervention, dating, societal condemnation, mental health, and incarceration. Junior standing or higher. (Cross-listed as AMST 437)

WGSS 492 Women and Revolution (3)

Conditions under which women’s activism and participation in protest and revolutionary movements developed in the 19th- and 20th-centuries. Cross-cultural comparisons. (Cross-listed as ASAN 492 and HIST 492)

WGSS 489 Social Sciences Internship (V)

Internship in public, private, or non-profit organizations providing opportunity for practical experience and application of social sciences concepts and theories. Three to six credits per semester; repeatable two times, up to 12 credits. Consent of instructor. (Cross-listed as SOC 494 and SOCS 489)

WGSS 483 Studies in Literature and Sexuality and Gender (3)

Intensive study of selected problems and issues in the construction and representation of sexuality and gender in specific genres, social and cultural contexts, thematic or figurative clusters. Repeatable one time. Pre: ENG 320 and one other 300-level ENG course; or consent. (Cross-listed as ENG 482)

WGSS 481 Women and Film (3)

Exploration of film as a philosophical and artistic form in the context of gender, race, and sexuality. Pre: one of 151, 175, 176, or THEA 201; or consent.

WGSS 465 Science, Sex, and Reproduction (3)

Explores anthropology’s critical analysis of approaches to reproductive health and procreation, primarily in developing countries. Examines sex and reproduction as sites of intervention from public health, development, and biomedical specialists, while also considering local strategies. Junior standing or higher. Pre: 151 or ANTH 152 or ANTH 301. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as ANTH 465)

WGSS 463 Gender Issues in Asian Society (3)

Construction of gender identities in contemporary Asia. How these interface with other aspects of social difference and inequality (e.g. with class, religion, ethnicity). (Cross-listed as ASAN 463)

WGSS 462 Women and Globalization in Asia (3)

History, culture, and contemporary reality of Asian women in Asia and the U.S. Includes critical analysis of American feminist methodology and theory. Pre: one of 360, 361, 439, AMST 310, AMST 316, AMST 318, AMST 373, AMST 455, POLS 339; or consent. (Crosslisted as AMST 438 and POLS 372)

WGSS 460 Feminism, Nation and Empire (3)

Examines U.S. feminist movements in the 19th and 20th century by exploring how U.S. racism, nationalism and imperialism have provided the context from which feminism emerged. A-F only. Pre: 151, 360; or consent.

WGSS 456 Politics of Men and Masculinity in U.S. Culture (3)

Examines American understandings of man, manhood, and masculinity, at the intersection of gender, race, class, and sexuality in the context of American nation and empire building in the 19th and 20th centuries. A-F only. Pre: one of 151, 175, 176, or 202; or consent. (Cross-listed as ES 457)

WGSS 454 Gender, Sexuality, and Global Popular Culture (3)

A study of gender, race, and sexuality as constructed in contemporary global popular culture, including music, films, novels, television shows, and internet culture. A-F only. Junior standing or higher.

WGSS 453 Gender Issues in Education (3)

Examines historical and current gender issues in education as they intersect with ethnicity and class. We pay close attention to the writing process and the skills needed to compose a well-written research paper. Pre: 151 or consent. (Cross-listed as EDCS 453 and EDEF 453) 

VIET 699 Directed Reading/Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

VIET 461 Introduction to Vietnamese Literature (3)

Selected readings in major genres; emphasis on analysis. Modern literature. Pre: 402 or consent.

VIET 402 Fourth-Level Vietnamese (3)

Continuation of 401. Pre: 401 or consent.

VIET 401 Fourth-Level Vietnamese (3)

Continuation of 302. Emphasis on cultural understanding through modern literary Vietnamese. Pre: 302 or equivalent.

VIET 302 Third-Level Vietnamese (3)

Continuation of 301. Pre: 301 or consent.

VIET 301 Third-Level Vietnamese (3)

Continuation of 202. Emphasis on increased proficiency and cultural understanding through interaction with Vietnamese media, including newspapers, radio, film, etc. Pre: 202 or equivalent.

VIET 202 Intermediate Vietnamese II (3)

Continuation of 201. Pre: 201 or consent.

VIET 201 Intermediate Vietnamese I (3)

Continuation of 102. After completion, most students should be able to use all major sentence patterns to produce sounds, combinations of sounds, tones, and intonation and have some understanding of Vietnamese culture. Pre: 102 or equivalent.

VIET 102 Elementary Vietnamese II (3)

Continuation of 101. Pre: 101 or consent.

VIET 101 Elementary Vietnamese I (3)

Listening, speaking, reading, writing. Structural points introduced inductively. Meets one hour, three times a week.

URDU 205 Reading and Writing in Urdu (1)

Introduces students to the Nastaliq (Urdu) script, alphabets, their various forms, and combination rules. Reading and writing is emphasized. A-F only. Pre: HNDI 102 or consent. Co-requisite: HNDI 201 or consent. (Fall only)

PLAN 800 Dissertation Research (1)

Research for doctoral dissertation. Repeatable unlimited times. S/U only. PhD student only. Pre: consent.

PLAN 754 Urban Design Studio (6)

Group experience in defining urban and regional design problems and potentials, developing and evaluating alternatives, formulating strategies for implementation. PLAN and ARCH majors only. A-F only. Pre: (600 and 601) with a minimum grade of B, or consent.

PLAN 752 Directed Project (V)

Individual project in analysis, plan preparation and evaluation, and policy/ program evaluation. PLAN majors only. Pre: 600, 601; and consent.

PLAN 751 Planning Practicum (6)

Team experience in defining and addressing a current planning problem; identification, substantive review, research design, preparation and presentation of analysis. Topic varies. Limited to 10 students. Pre: 600, 601; and consent.

PLAN 741 Seminar in Planning Practice (3)

Project planning, programming, and similar topics. Pre: 600 and 601, or consent.

PLAN 740 Seminar in Planning Theory (3)

Special topics in theory, history, analysis. Pre: 600 or consent.

PLAN 721 Homeland Security: Terrorism (3)

Combined lecture/discussion in disaster management and humanitarian assistance track focusing on developing a multidisciplinary understanding of international terrorism and anti-terrorism planning and response. Pre: 670 or consent. (Once a year)

PLAN 700 Thesis Research (V)

Limited to MURP students under Plan A. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

PLAN 699 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent of instructor and department chair.

PLAN 680 Land Use Management and Control (V)

Survey course of public land use management. (Cross-listed as LAW 580)

PLAN 678 Site Planning (3)

Fundamental principles that guide site planning, including planning and design determinants of the site taking into account its regional context, site-specific characteristics and applicable codes, ordinances, and standards. PLAN and ARCH majors only. (Fall only)

PLAN 677 Historic Preservation Planning (3)

Local-level historic preservation, with an emphasis on historic districts, design guidelines, regulatory controls, and community consensus-building. (Cross-listed as ARCH 677)

PLAN 676 Recording Historic and Cultural Resources (3)

Techniques in recording and evaluation of historic buildings and other resources, with an emphasis on field recordings and state and federal registration procedures. Graduate students only or consent. (Cross-listed as ANTH 676 and ARCH 676)

PLAN 675 Preservation: Theory and Practice (3)

History and philosophy of historic preservation movement. Analysis of values and assumptions, methodologies and tactics, implications for society and public policy. (Cross-listed as ARCH 628)

PLAN 674 Disaster Recovery: Theory and Practice (3)

How do communities recover from disaster? Provides students with an overview of recovery theory and an understanding of how planners, policy makers, and ordinary citizens rebuild communities, cities, and nations following catastrophic events. A-F only. Graduate standing only.

PLAN 673 Information Systems for Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance (3)

Combined lecture/laboratory in disaster management focusing on essential methodological and practical issues that are involved in spatial analyses using GIS and other information technologies to inform decision making related to natural hazards, disasters, and human attempts to respond to these through mitigation and planning activities. Pre: 473 (with a minimum grade of B) or consent.

PLAN 672 Humanitarian Assistance: Principles, Practices and Politics (3)

Combined lecture/ discussion aimed at understanding the theoretical basis and working structure of humanitarian assistance programs and international responses to natural and human-induced disasters. Pre: 670 or consent. (Once a year)

PLAN 671 Disaster Science: Understanding Hazards and Disasters (3)

Combined lecture/ discussion focusing on the scientific understanding of the forces and processes underlying natural hazards; and human attempts to respond to these through mitigation and and planning. Pre: 670 or consent. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as ERTH 604)

PLAN 670 Interdisciplinary Seminar in Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance (3)

Overview to the field of disaster management and humanitarian assistance with a specific focus on risk reduction. Includes background knowledge and skills for preparedness, response, recovery, mitigation, and adaptation to hazards and threats. Graduate students only or consent. (Once a year)

PLAN 661 Collaboration Between Sectors (3)

Examine theories and practices of multisector collaboration (public, private, nonprofit). The use of collaboration as an alternative way of solving public problems. (Cross-listed as PACE 661)

PLAN 655 Planning Research Methods (3)

Advanced methods and deterministic and stochastic models used in urban and regional planning.

PLAN 654 Applied Geographic Information Systems: Public Policy and Spatial Analysis (3)

Use of advanced and specialized spatial methods and models in urban and regional planning. Uses GIS software and builds upon 601. Skills are useful applied to planning, economic development, and environmental planning and resource management. Repeatable one time. Graduate students only or consent.

PLAN 652 Policy Implementation and Program Evaluation (3)

Implementation and evaluation in public policy analysis; philosophical and methodological issues; impact of policies and plans; use of evaluation research in program implementation.

PLAN 650 Research Design Seminar (3)

Research design and preparation of thesis proposal. Normally
taken after admission to candidacy in MURP. Pre: (600 or 601 or 603) with a minimum grade of B, or consent.

PLAN 649 Asian Cities: Historical Evolution of Urban Form (3)

Examination of the impact of economy, society, and history on urban form; case studies of the evolution of Asian urban form. Pre: 310 or ASAN 312. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as ASAN 649)

PLAN 648 Urban Transportation Policy and Planning (3)

Theory and practice of urban transportation planning in developed and developing countries with an emphasis on the U.S., Asia, and Pacific region. A-F only.

PLAN 647 Urban and Regional Planning for Sustainability (3)

Focus on ideology, conceptual models, accounting frameworks, appropriate technologies, and indicators of planning for sustainability. Central and local policies, plans, and best practices in various countries and settings will be covered. Graduate students only. A-F only. (Cross-listed as SUST 647)

PLAN 645 Land Use Planning (3)

Issues and methods of urban land use planning practice and plan making. A-F only. (Cross-listed as ARCH 641)

PLAN 643 Project Planning and Management (3)

Examines project management in theory and practice and the roles and responsibilities of the project manager. Focuses on planning, organizing, and controlling the efforts of projects. A-F only.

PLAN 642 Planning Urban Infrastructure (3)

Introduction to the planning of various urban infrastructures. Explores approaches and tools to plan, evaluate, and regulate urban infrastructure systems in support of sustainable and resilient cities and communities.

PLAN 641 Neighborhood and Community Land Use Planning (3)

Land use planning for urban neighborhoods and small towns. Theory and practice of neighborhood planning. Neighborhood and community dynamics, reinvestment, and stabilization.

PLAN 640 Land Use Policies and Programs (3)

Land use public policy planning in urban and regional settings. Growth management and land use guidance systems. A-F only.

PLAN 639 Community-based Natural Resource Management (3)

Concepts and theories of community, resource access, and governance. Practical challenges to CBNRM in contemporary political economy. Graduate students only. (Cross-listed as GEO 639)

PLAN 637 Environment and Development (3)

Theories and practice of development; how changing development paradigms shape different ideas concerning the environment and the management of natural resources; emerging debates in development and environment in post-modern era. (Cross-listed as GEO 637)

PLAN 636 Culture & Urban Form in Asia (3)

Cultural and historical impact on urban form, contention of tradition and modernity in urban space, spatial expression of state and society, perception and utilization of urban design, evolution of urban form in selected Asian capitals. Pre: 310, 600, or ASAN 312. (Cross-listed as ARCH 687 and ASAN 636)

PLAN 634 Shelter and Services in Asia (3)

Examines government and non-government organizations’ responses to urban and rural shelter issues and services in Asia.

PLAN 633 Globalization and Urban Policy (3)

Urbanization and urban policies in the Asia and Pacific region with focus on the international dimension of national and local spatial restructuring.

PLAN 632 Planning in Hawai‘i and Pacific Islands (3)

Urban and regional planning in island settings. Experiences in Hawai‘i, Polynesia, Melanesia, and Micronesia. Graduate students only. (Cross-listed as SUST 632)

PLAN 630 Urban and Regional Planning in Asia (3)

Key issues and policies in urban planning, rural-urban relations, rural regional planning, and frontier settlement in Asia and the Pacific. Repeatable one time.

PLAN 629 Negotiation & Conflict Resolution (3)

Negotiation as a foundational skill of conflict resolution; mastery of negotiation skills for strategic dispute resolution; non-routine problem-solving, creating partnerships and alliances; crafting optimal agreements. Students participate in simulations and acquire vital leadership skills. Graduate standing only. Pre: one of the following courses with a minimum grade of B: 627; or PACE 429, PACE 447, PACE 477, PACE 647, PACE 652, or PACE 668; or COMG 455 or SOC 730; or LAW 508; or MGT 660. (Cross-listed as PACE 629)

PLAN 628 Urban Environmental Problems (3)

Seminar that examines environmental problems associated with urbanization. Reviews strategic approaches and collaboration among key actors to address such problems. (Cross-listed as SUST 628)

PLAN 627 Negotiation and Mediation in Planning (3)

Applicability and limitations of selected approaches; role of planners; impact on planning.

PLAN 626 Topics in Resource Management (3)

for different resource systems including land, water, energy, coastal resources, forests and fisheries. Course focus varies from year to year. Repeatable one time. A-F only.

PLAN 625 Climate Change, Energy and Food Security in the Asia/Pacific Region (3)

Analysis of planning responses to human-induced climate change and related environmental problems. Part of the Asia/Pacific Initiative taught in collaboration with universities throughout the region via videoconferencing. (Cross-listed as SUST 625)

PLAN 624 Environmental Valuation and Policy (3)

Build valuation skills to assess best use, conservation, and policies relating to environmental amenities. Provides an overview of policy solutions to environmental degradation used by planners.

PLAN 622 Advanced Environmental Impact Assessment (3)

Theory and practice of environmental impact assessment. Policy and planning frameworks supporting environmental assessment in the U.S. and abroad. Cumulative environmental effects and strategic environmental assessment. (Cross-listed as GEO 622)

PLAN 621 Environmental Conflict Resolution (3)

Explore how environmental conflicts emerge and the efforts to find common ground for resolution. Examine the issues, debates, and theoretical aspects that help to explain and frame environmental conflict. Graduate students only. (Cross-listed as PACE 621)

PLAN 620 Environmental Planning and Policy (3)

Overview of urbanization and environmental change. An examination of environmental laws, policies, planning and urban design strategies designed to minimize and mitigate urban impacts. Repeatable one time. A-F only. (Cross-listed as SUST 620)

PLAN 619 Multiculturalism in Planning and Policy (3)

Graduate seminar focuses on issues of governance, policy and planning in diverse multicultural societies. Differences in backgrounds, languages, privilege, preferences and values are often expressed in planning and policy controversies such as affirmative action and land use planning. Will examine these controversies and explore theories of governance in a multicultural setting.

PLAN 618 Community Economic Development (3)

Community-based economic development approaches and methods explored with an emphasis on low income communities. Repeatable one time.

PLAN 616 Community-Based Planning (3)

Planning and programmatic aspects of community-based development projects. East-West and local planning perspectives on participatory development and intentional communities.

PLAN 615 Housing (3)

Housing delivery systems as an aspect of urban and regional planning.

PLAN 610 Community Planning and Social Policy (3)

Social issues and conditions; consequences of social policies experienced by different groups; community social plans and programs organized by various kinds of agencies and organizations. Repeatable one time.

PLAN 608 Politics and Development: China (3)

Consists of three parts: key theories for socialist transition as basis for seminar discussion, policy evolution to illustrate the radical changes, and emerging and prominent current development and practice. (Cross-listed as ASAN 608 and POLS 645C)

PLAN 607 Introduction to Public Policy (3)

Perspectives on policy analysis; basic approaches to the study of public policy, political economy, and policy evaluation. (Cross-listed as POLS 670)

PLAN 606 Comparative Planning Histories (3)

Provides students with an overview of the history of urban and regional planning in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, and the role that planning has played in shaping contemporary urban settlements. Graduate standing only. A-F only.

PLAN 605 Planning Models (3)

Allocation, decision, derivation, and forecasting models used in the analysis of demographic, economic, land use, and transportation phenomena in urban and regional planning. Repeatable one time. PLAN majors only.

PLAN 604 Qualitative Methods in Planning (3)

Provides a general introduction to qualitative research methods for planning and planning research. Includes data collection methods (focus groups, interviews, ethnography, participant observation, and participatory action research) and various analytic methods and approaches. Graduate standing only.

PLAN 603 Urban Economics (3)

Reviews and builds skills in applying basic theories and principles of urban and regional economics in contemporary U.S., Hawai‘i and Asia-Pacific. Repeatable one time. PLAN majors only.

PLAN 602 Advanced Planning Theory (3)

Advanced planning theory for PhD students (others by petition) to prepare for careers in planning education and/or high level professional practice. Covers key contemporary planning policy issues and themes from the perspective of values, explanations of the real world, policy alternatives and implementation. Students must have passed 600 or equivalent (by petition) with a B or better. Repeatable one time. PhD students only or by consent. A-F only. Pre: 600 or consent.

PLAN 601 Planning Methods (3)

Introduction of the basic methods in planning, including problem definition, research design, hypothesis testing, statistical reasoning, forecasting and fundamental data analysis techniques required by the planning program and the
planning profession. Repeatable one time. PLAN and ARCH majors only. Pre: one of ECON 321, GEO 380, or SOC 476.

PLAN 600 Public Policy and Planning Theory (3)

Designed to a) impart a historic and comparative perspective on the evolution of urban and regional planning in public policy; b) explore the spatial and built environment dimensions of society, planning and policy; c) assess the justifications for planning and differing processes of planning in the U.S. and AsiaPacific with a focus on the role of the planner in policy formulation and implementation. Graduate students only or with permission. A-F only. Repeatable two times.

PLAN 495 Housing, Land, and Community (3)

Analyzes availability for housing, particularly affordable housing, and its relationship to use of land and building of community. Examines public policies impacting housing, land use, and community development and ways they can be improved.

PLAN 473 GIS for Community Planning (3)

Exploration of geographic information systems (GIS) area analysis techniques for spatial information management in community planning. Students will learn the basic concepts and principles, and practical skills of GIS through lectures, discussions, and labs. Repeatable one time. Junior standing or higher.

PLAN 449 Asian Cities: Evolution of Urban Space (3)

Reviews the evolution of Asian urban space. Political history, migration, culture, and production are the determinants of urban changes. Uses visual material to illustrate the change in Asian cityscape. Pre: 310 or ASAN 310 or ASAN 312, or consent. (Cross-listed as ASAN 449)

PLAN 442 Principles of Environmental Management Systems (3)

Introduction to the process of developing Environmental Management Systems that address the principles outlined in ISO14001:2015. Repeatable one time. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. (Spring only)

PLAN 438 Sustainable Asian Development: Impact of Globalization (3)

Investigates the impact of globalization on sustainable development in Asia. Globalization and sustainability often contradict, raising serious planning issues. Examines how these issues affect Asian development policies and urban planning. Pre: 310 or ASAN 310 or ASAN 312, or consent. (Cross-listed as ASAN 438)

PLAN 421 Urban Geography (3)

Origins, functions, and internal structure of cities. Problems of urban settlement, growth, decay, adaptation, and planning in different cultural and historical settings. Dynamics of urban land use and role of policies and perceptions in shaping towns and cities. Pre: GEO 102 or GEO 151 or GEO 330, or consent. (Cross-listed as GEO 421)

PLAN 414 Environmental Hazards and Community Resilience (3)

Examines resilience thinking as it relates to making cities resilient to environmental hazards in the context of climate change. Draws on relevant theories, policy, and case studies in urban planning. Emphasis on instruction in writing. Junior standing or higher.

PLAN 412 Environmental Impact Assessment (3)

Introduction to analytical methods for identifying, measuring, and quantifying the impacts of changes or interventions in resource, human-environment, and other geographic systems. Junior standing or higher, or consent. (Alt. years)

PLAN 399 Directed Reading in Planning (V)

Independent research on topics in urban and regional planning. Pre: 310.

PLAN 310 Introduction to Planning (3)

Perspectives on planning; planning tools and methods; specific Hawai‘i planning–research problems from a multidisciplinary approach. Junior standing or higher or consent.

PLAN 301 Survey of Urban Sociology (3)

Urban processes and social problems, such as poverty, crime, racial segregation, homelessness, housing policy, urbanization, and neighborhood ethnic diversity. How places shape identity and opportunity. Research methods applied to communities, places, and neighborhoods of Hawai‘i. Pre: SOC 100 or a 200-level SOC course, or consent. (Cross-listed as SOC 301)

PLAN 101 Sustainable Cities (3)

How do we plan cities to meet long-term social, economic, and
environmental needs? Students will learn about sustainability as it relates to issues like energy, transportation, housing, land, water, and food. Emphasis on writing instruction. A-F only. (Cross-listed as SUST 114)

UNIV 387 Collaborative Learning: Foundations of Tutoring (3)

Theory and practice of collaborative learning in academic contexts. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

UNIV 450 Mānoa Peer Advisor Leader Training and Leadership Practicum (6)

A reflective apprenticeship in which Peer Advisor Leaders solidify their understanding of advising and learn more about leadership and deepen their facilitation, communication, collaboration, and leadership skills by mentoring a cohort of peer advisor trainees. Repeatable two times. A-F only. Pre: 350 (or equivalent course) (with a minimum grade of B). (Summer only

UNIV 350 Mānoa Peer Advisor Training Course (6)

Intensive course designed for peer advisor trainees to learn General Education requirements, university policies and procedures, and campus resources. Trainees also develop skills and strategies necessary to provide quality advising to their fellow students. A-F only (Summer only)

UNIV 340 Academic Exploration Through Advising (3)

Major exploration designed to assist exploratory students in the process of researching personal, career, and educational goals through writing and the impact of these goals on the decision-making process. Emphasis on written self-reflection and identity. Sophomore standing. A-F only.

UNIV 240 Your Academic Journey (1)

Provides exploratory students with the knowledge/skills to thrive in college and beyond. Utilizes writing as a tool for research, analysis, exploration, and reflection. Topics include major and career exploration, personal interests, and goal-setting. May not be taken concurrently or after UNIV 340. Freshmen and sophomores only. Exploratory designations only. A-F only.

UNIV 132 Academic and Career Exploration (1)

Seminar introduces exploratory students to major and career exploration resources, guides students in developing personal, academic, and career goals and plans, and encourages frequent self-reflection. Develops written communication skills. A-F only.

UNIV 131 Academic and Personal Exploration (1)

Seminar introduces students to goal setting, time management, major exploration, academic planning, service-learning opportunities, student/faculty meetings, financial literacy, and encourages frequent self-reflection. Instructor approval required. A-F only.

UNIV 421 Passages (3)

Interactive course develops mentoring skills and relationships with peers, mentors, and “elders.” Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. (Summer only)

UNIV 327 Metacognitive Strategies for College Success (3)

Theories of the memory processes and the application of the Information Processing Systems in developing metacognitive strategies for college classroom success. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only.

TPSS 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only. Pre: consent.

TPSS 711 Special Topics (V)

Specialized topics from various areas of plant and soil research such as experimental techniques, growth regulation, morphogenesis, genetics and breeding, culture and nutrition of tropical crops. A-F only. Pre: consent.

TPSS 700 Thesis Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only. Pre: consent.

TPSS 699 Directed Research (V)

In-depth study of specialized problems. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/ NC only. Pre: consent.

TPSS 695 Plan B Master’s Project (3)

Independent study for students working on a Plan B master’s project. A grade of Satisfactory (S) is assigned when the project is satisfactorily completed. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing in TPSS program.

TPSS 680 Geospatial Analysis of Natural Resource Data (3)

The application of geostatistics to estimate spatial dependence to improve soil and regional sampling; provide insight into underlying soil, geographic, and geologic process, and to provide quantitative scaling up of point measurements to fields, regions, and watersheds. State-space modeling also will be included. A-F only. Pre: GEO 388 or ZOOL 631; or consent. (Cross-listed as GEO 680)

TPSS 674 Plant Growth and Development (3)

Contemporary literature is used as the basis for understanding the physiology for whole plant growth and development. Aspects covered include vegetative and reproductive development, seed dormancy, senescence, abscission, and relevant biochemical and molecular processes. Pre: 470 and MBBE 402, or consent.

TPSS 670 Sustainability of Food Systems (3)

Explores sustainability and resilience of food systems with an emphasis on Hawaiʻi, using interdisciplinary approaches to assess impacts. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent. (Alt. years: fall)

TPSS 667 Graduate Seminar (1)

Presentation of research reports; reviews of current literature in plant and soil sciences. Repeatable four times. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

TPSS 664 Orchidology (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Classification, culture, cytogenetics, breeding of orchids. Pre: consent. Recommended: 200/SUST 211 and 402.

TPSS 658 Environmental Landscape Technologies and Systems (3)

Understanding the science and art of green landscape technologies, with a comprehensive understanding of LID (low impact design) principles and practices; to increase knowledge to help produce more viable and enduring built landscapes. TPSS majors only. A-F only. (Cross-listed as ARCH 658)

TPSS 657 Grant Writing for Graduate Students (1)

Combined lecture/discussion on grants and grant writing. Designed to introduce graduate students to grants and grant proposal writing through lectures, class discussion, writing assignments, and peer review. Open to CTAHR graduate students only; others with consent. (Cross-listed as ANSC 657 and FSHN 657)

TPSS 656 Environmental and Cultural Landscape Studio (4)

Exploring, understanding, and implementing Hawaiian and Western cultural and environmental landscape design principles. A concentrated look at how to think about creating and respecting a sense of place through landscape design. TPSS and LAND majors only. A-F only. (Cross-listed as ARCH 656)

TPSS 654 Communications in the Sciences (1)

(3-hr Lec/Lab combination) Laboratory-type course for improving communication abilities in the sciences and engineering. Presentations to lay audiences are emphasized. Hands-on experience in techniques and methods is provided.

TPSS 652 Information Research Skills (1)

Examines the use of libraries and information technology for scholarly investigation in support of scientific research; provides experience utilizing and critically evaluating a variety of print and electronic sources in basic and applied sciences. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as ANSC 652, FSHN 652, and NREM 652)

TPSS 650 Soil Plant Nutrient Relations (4)

(2 Lec, 2 3-hr Lab) Soil-plant interactions, emphasis on characteristics of tropical soils and plants influencing nutrient uptake by plants. Diagnostic methods to identify nutrient deficiencies and element toxicity. Pre: 450 (with a minimum grade of C-) or consent. (Cross-listed as NREM 650)

TPSS 640 Advanced Soil Chemistry (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Physio-chemical processes in soils and soil solutions, with emphasis on ionic equilibria, mineral stability, organic complexation, and surface sorption of major plant nutrients and heavy metals. A-F only. Pre: 435 and CHEM 351, or consent.

TPSS 634 Landscape Plants: Identification and Use (3)

Introduction to the identification, recognition, and use of plants in landscape design and built environment applications. Students will be introduced to a variety of landscape plants commonly used in Hawai‘i and the tropics. TPSS majors only. A-F only. (Cross-listed as ARCH 634)

TPSS 615 Quantitative Genomics and Evolution (3)

Overview and lab-based course exploring theory and methods to understand genome evolution and adaptation; focus will be on a range of organisms. Pre: (453 and 603) with a minimum grade of C-, or consent.

TPSS 614 Molecular Genetics of Crops (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Applications of molecular genetics to crop improvement. Pre: (453 and MBBE 402) with a minimum grade of C-, or consent.

TPSS 610 Nutrition of Tropical Crops (3)

(1 2-hr Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Mineral nutrition of plants in relation to plant metabolism, mechanisms of ion uptake, long-distance transport of solutes, and interactions at the root-soil interface. Special emphasis on problems associated with tropical crops. Pre: 450 and 470, or consent. (Alt. years)

TPSS 604 Advanced Soil Microbiology (4)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Study of biochemical and biogeochemical transformations mediated by soil microorganisms, emphasis on processes important to plant growth productivity and environmental quality. Pre: 304 and MICR 351, or consent.

TPSS 603 Experimental Design (4)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Design of experiments and variance analyses in biological and agricultural research. Pre: graduate standing or consent. Recommended: ZOOL 632. (Cross-listed as ANSC 603)

TPSS 601 Crop Modeling (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Principles of modeling crop growth and development, model types, techniques, simulation. Modeling influence of climate/environment on phenology, growth, development of horticultural crops. Pre: 470 and NREM 310, or consent.

TPSS 499 Directed Studies (V)

Supervised individual instruction in field laboratory and library. Repeatable up to six credits. CR/NC only. Pre: 364 or consent.

TPSS 492 Internship (1)

Integration and application of academic knowledge and critical skills emphasizing professional development. Placement with an approved cooperating supervisor/employer. Pre: consent.

TPSS 491 Experimental Topics (V)

Study and discussion of significant topics, problems. Offered by visiting faculty and/or for extension programs. Repeatable. Pre: consent.

TPSS 481 Weed Science (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Weed classification, identification, adaptations for weediness; principles of weed control; properties, uses, and action of herbicides. Lab: pesticide application equipment and techniques, no-till farming, greenhouse and field experiments. A-F only. Pre: (200/SUST 211 and CHEM 152) with a minimum grade of C, or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as PEPS 481) DB

TPSS 480L Life in the Soil Environment Lab (1)

Laboratory to accompany 480. Technical examination of bacteria, fungi, protists, nematodes, arthropods, and other invertebrate, and the essential functional roles these organisms contribute to sustainability of the planet. Repeatable one time. Pre: BIOL 171L and 172L, or MICR 351L, or consent. Co-requisite: 480. (Crosslisted as BIOL 480L)

TPSS 480 Life in the Soil Environment (3)

An interdisciplinary study of the diverse life in the soil beneath our feet that includes bacteria, fungi, protists, nematodes, arthropods, invertebrate, viruses, and the essential functional roles these organisms contribute to sustainability of the planet. Repeatable one time. Pre: TPSS/PEPS/SUST 371 or BIOL 375, or MICR 351, or consent. (Cross-listed as BIOL 480)

TPSS 475 Plant Nutrient Diagnosis in the Tropics (3)

Designed for students to identify essential nutrients required by plants; diagnose nutrient disorders in plants; and propose environmentally sound solutions to correct disorders. Pre: 304/NREM 304 (or concurrent) and BIOL 172. (Cross-listed as NREM 475)

TPSS 473 Post-Harvest Physiology (3)

Comparative physiological and biochemical processes during growth, maturation, ripening, and senescence in fruits, vegetables, and flowers related to changes in quality and storage life. Tropical commodities emphasized. A-F only. Pre: 200/SUST 211, BIOL 171, or BOT 201; CHEM 152; or consent.

TPSS 470L Principles of Plant Physiology Lab (1)

(1 3-hr Lab) Principles of experimentation in plant physiology, includes individual investigations. A-F only. Pre: consent.

TPSS 470 Plant Physiology (3)

Integration of form and function from cellular to whole plant levels in processes from seed germination, through photosynthesis, growth, and morphogenesis, to flowering and senescence. A-F only. Pre: BIOL 171 or consent.

TPSS 463 Irrigation and Water Management (3)

Basic soil-water-plant relationships, irrigation water requirements, irrigation efficiencies, different methods of irrigation, planning, design and management of an irrigation system, fertigation and impact of irrigation on soil and water quality. Pre: NREM 203 (or equivalent) and NREM/TPSS 304 (or equivalent), or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as NREM 463)

TPSS 460 Soil Plant Environment (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Bio-physical processes in the soil-plant-atmosphere continuum that influence crop growth and development. Methods to estimate the impact of soil and climate on crop performance. Use of crop models to simulate effects of planting date, plant spacing and density, fertilizer rate, rainfall or irrigation, and daily weather on crop yield and farm income. Pre: 304 and either PHYS 151 or PHYS 170, or consent.

TPSS 453 Plant Breeding and Genetics (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Unique aspects of plant genetics and applications to crop improvement, with emphasis on breeding plants in Hawai‘i. Pre: BIOL 375 (or concurrent) or consent.

TPSS 450 Sustainable Nutrient Management in Agroecosystems (4)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Biological, chemical, and physical processes governing the cycling of nutrients in agroecosystems, crop and livestock production, and the effects on surrounding unmanaged
ecosystems. Pre: (304 and CHEM 161) with a minimum grade of C-, or consent. (Cross-listed as NREM 460) DB

TPSS 440 Tissue Culture/Transformation (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Application of plant tissue culture for plant scientists; study of the growth and development of plant tissues in culture as influenced by chemical and environmental factors, and the regeneration of plants following plant transformation by biolistics and other molecular approaches. Pre: 420 or consent. DB

TPSS 435 Environmental Soil Chemistry (3)

Study of soil chemical processes such as weathering, adsorption, precipitation, and ion exchange; causes of soil acidity, alkalinity, and salinity; reactions between soils and fertilizers, pesticides, or heavy metals. Management strategies to minimize environmental contamination by nitrate, phosphate, and trace elements such as As, Pb, and Se. A-F only. Pre: 304 or consent. (Fall only)

TPSS 431 Indigenous Crops/Food Systems (1)

Schemes for managing sequences and combinations of crops and crop production activities. Ecosystem and social determinants. Multiple cropping. Analysis of alternative cropping systems. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only. Junior standing or higher.

TPSS 430 Nursery Management (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Management practices in production and operations of commercial nurseries in Hawai‘i. Pre: 200/SUST 211 and 364; or consent.

TPSS 429 Spreadsheet Modeling for Business and Economic Analysis (3)

Introduction to quantitative decision-making methods for effective agribusiness management in resource allocation, scheduling, logistics, risk analysis, inventory, and forecasting. Emphasis on problem identification, model formulation and solution, and interpretation and presentation of results. Pre: ECON 130 or NREM/ SUST 220, and ECON 321 or NREM 310; or consent. (Once a year)

TPSS 421 Tropical Seed Science (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Principles of seed science, seed physiology, seed production, and genetic modification. Hawai‘i’s seed industry and biotechnology. A-F only. Pre: 364 (recommended) and 420 (recommended), or consent.

TPSS 420 Plant Propagation (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Theoretical and applied aspects of seed and vegetative propagation technology involving fruits, flowers, vegetables, and landscape plants. Pre: 200/SUST 211 or consent.

TPSS 418 Turfgrass Pest Management (3)

Provides students with knowledge and real world experience on common turfgrass pests and management strategies in Hawai‘i, with emphasis on integrated pest management. Common cool-season turfgrass and pest management are also discussed. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as PEPS 418)

TPSS 416 Introduction to Social, Ethical and Political Issues Associated with Biotechnology (3)

Introduces concepts of biotechnology, fundamental issues associated with use of this technology, with special emphasis on agricultural biotechnology. A-F only. Pre: 200/SUST 211 or BIOL 171 or NREM 210, or consent. (Alt. years)

TPSS 415 Extension Education & Outreach (2)

Introduces an essential component of the Land Grant Mission. Students will explore the foundational components of extension education including agent expectations, program development and evaluation, audience engagement, building partnerships, funding structures. Repeatable one time. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. (Cross-listed as TAHR 415)

TPSS 410 Sustainable Soil and Plant Health Management (2)

Provides knowledge and understanding of soils, agroecology, and sustainable approaches for plant health management, and prepares students for applied research in various tropical cropping systems. A-F only. (Alt. years: spring) (Cross-listed as PEPS 410 and SUST 410)

TPSS 409 Cultural Biogeography (3)

Co-evolution of human societies and plants over the last 10,000 years. Foraging, farming and urban societies economies; spread and modification of selected plants; issues of preservation of genetic resources and traditional plant knowledge. The form and function of gardens. Pre: junior standing or higher, or consent.

TPSS 405 Turfgrass Management (4)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Adaptability and selection, establishment, and cultural practices of grasses for various types of turf. Pre: 200/SUST 211 or consent.

TPSS 403 Tropical Fruit Production (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Botanical aspects and horticultural management practices of selected tropical and subtropical fruit crops, with emphasis on small scale commercial production in Hawai‘i. Pre: 300 or consent.

TPSS 402 Flower and Foliage Crop Production (4)

Biology and production of cut flowers, blooming potted plants, foliage plants under field and protected cultivation in Hawai‘i and globally. Pre: 300 or consent.

TPSS 401 Vegetable Crop Production (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Crop biology, requirements, and production techniques for commercial vegetable production in Hawai‘i will be stressed. Pre: 300 or consent.

TPSS 371 Genetics: Theory to Application (3)

Fundamentals of genetic theory using traditional breeding and biotechnological procedures in insect and plant pathogen management for sustainable agricultural production. Repeatable one time. A-F only. (Cross-listed as PEPS 371 and SUST 371)

TPSS 369 Ornamental Plant Materials (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Identification, origin, use, and cultural requirement of trees, shrubs, vines, and groundcovers used in Hawaiian landscapes. Pre: 200/SUST 211 or consent.

TPSS 364 Horticulture: Theory and Practice (3)

Techniques of culture and management of horticulture crops. Pre: consent.

TPSS 354 Tropical Landscape Planting Design Studio (4)

Students will develop basic skills of residential landscape graphic and design processes in order to clearly articulate the ability to think, analyze, and extend a physical solution in the proper scale. Repeatable one time. A-F only. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as ARCH 354)

TPSS 353 Landscape Graphics Studio (4)

Basic skills of landscape graphic communication through a creative process model. Learning free hand and technical drafting techniques to creative effective landscape graphics. Pre: consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as ARCH 353)

TPSS 352 Landscape Architecture History (3)

Survey of the history of landscape architecture from Mesopotamia to present. Review of the physical, cultural, social, economic, and political factors, as well as the environmental concerns, horticultural techniques, and technological innovations of historic landscapes. A-F only. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as ARCH 352)

TPSS 351 Enterprise Management (3)

Introduction of practical concepts and methods used in business management. Introduce broad range of business strategies. Understand the critical role each strategy plays. Facilitate student’s practice of analytical and critical thinking through case studies. (Cross-listed as NREM 351)

TPSS 350 Tropical Landscape Practices (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Concepts and techniques of landscape installation and management in the tropics. Pre: 200/ SUST 211 and 369; or consent.

TPSS 341 Managerial Accounting (3)

Principles and methods of agricultural accounting. Preparing and interpreting financial statements. Sources and costs of credit, capital budgeting, tax management, estate planning. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: ECON 130 or NREM/SUST 220, or consent. (Cross-listed as NREM 341)

TPSS 336 Renewable Energy and Society (3)

Combined lecture/discussion regarding the ability of renewable energy technologies to meet local, national, and global energy demands and their potential impacts on the environment and society. Pre: consent.

TPSS 322 Farm & Food Marketing (3)

Problems, agencies, functions, costs, prices, regulations affecting marketing: proposed improvements. Pre: ECON 130, NREM/SUST 220; or consent. (Alt. years)

TPSS 311 Current Topics in Plant Science (1)

Undergraduate seminar that provides the presentation and discussion of topics of current relevance to students preparing for careers in applied plant sciences. Oral focus designation. A-F only. Pre: 200/ SUST 211 or NREM 210, or consent. (Cross-listed as NREM 311)

TPSS 304L Fundamentals of Soil Science Laboratory (1)

Field and analytical methods for exploring the origin, development, properties, and management of soils, with an emphasis on tropical and Hawaiian soils. A-F only. Pre: (CHEM 161 and CHEM 161L) with a minimum grade of C. Co-requisite: 304. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as NREM 304L)

TPSS 304 Fundamentals of Soil Science (3)

Origin, development, properties, management of tropical soils; classification of Hawaiian soils. A-F only. Minimum prerequisite grade of C or consent. Pre: (CHEM 161 and 161L) with a minimum grade of C, or consent. Co-requisite: 304L. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as NREM 304)

TPSS 300 Tropical Production Systems (4)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Comparisons and contrasts of crop management systems, techniques, and technologies in protected and open field production of tropical crops. Pre: 200/SUST 211 or consent.

TPSS 251 Scientific Principles of Sustainability (3)

Introduction to the scientific principles of sustainability, including the ecology of managed and natural ecosystems, global change biology, ecological principles of natural resource management, renewable energy technologies, and the environmental impacts of humans. (Cross-listed as NREM 251 and SUST 251)

TPSS 220 Organic Food Crop Production (2)

Combined lecture/lab on the theory and practice of certified organic food production. Field visits to organic farms/markets included. Open to nonmajors. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as SUST 221)

TPSS 210 Aquaponics (3)

Basic online course integrates aquaculture (raising fish and prawns) with hydroponics plant cultivation in water. Includes the basic design and construction of an aquaponics feed system. Repeatable one time. (Summer only)

TPSS 200 Agriculture, Environment, and Society (3)

Relationship of plants, soils, and the environment, and how they relate to cultural practices and society in agroecosystems with an emphasis on Hawai‘i as a model system. (Cross-listed as SUST 211)

TPSS 156L Natural History Field Trips on Hawai‘i Island (1)

Field trips for Natural history and Conservation of the Hawaiian Islands. A-F only. Co-requisite: 156. (Summer only)

TPSS 156 Sustainable Food and Energy (Field Course) (V)

Examines the nexus of food, energy, and water in Hawai‘i for sustainable development. Repeatable two times, up to nine credits. (Cross-listed as SUST 156)

TPSS 120 (Alpha) Plants for People (1)

The origins: social, cultural, and ceremonial traditions; culture; food and nutritional properties. Processing of a variety of tropical horticultural plants are presented, with tasting sessions and optional field trips. Topics will rotate among (B) beverage crops (e.g., coffee, tea, chocolate, kava, fruit juices); (C) herbs, spices, and flavoring (selection of examples to be determined); (D) tropical fruits (assortment offered depends on availability during semester); (E) ornamental plants (flowers, houseplants, popular landscape plans, bonsai, ethnic ornamentals). Does not count towards TPSS major. Pre: consent.

TRMD 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Research for doctoral thesis. Approval of department faculty is required. Repeatable unlimited times.

TRMD 705 Special Topics in Tropical Medicine (V)

Advanced instruction in frontiers of tropical medicine and public health. Repeatable unlimited times. A-F only. (Cross-listed as PH 756)

TRMD 700 Thesis Research (V)

Research for master’s thesis. Approval of department faculty required. Repeatable unlimited times.

TRMD 699 Directed Research (V)

Directed research in medical microbiology (bacteriology, parasitology, virology). Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

TRMD 695 Plan B Master’s Project (3)

Independent study for students working on a Plan B master’s project. A grade of Satisfactory (S) is assigned when the project is satisfactorily completed. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing in TRMD.

TRMD 690 Seminar in Tropical Medicine and Public Health (1)

Weekly discussion and reports on current advances in tropical medicine and public health. Repeatable unlimited times. (Cross-listed as PH 755)

TRMD 675 Epidemiology of Tropical Infectious Diseases (3)

Epidemiology of infectious diseases as it relates to tropical medicine. Lecture/seminar format. A-F only. Pre: TRMD graduate standing or consent. (Spring only)

TRMD 673 Advanced Medical Bacteriology (2)

Role of bacteria in infectious diseases, with emphasis on clinical aspects and identification of etiological agents. Pre: 605 or equivalent, or consent.

TRMD 672 Advanced Medical Virology (2)

In-depth study of the major groups of viruses pathogenic for human; virus replication, host range, pathogenesis, immunology, and epidemiology. Pre: 605 or equivalent, or consent. (Alt. years: fall)

TRMD 671 Advanced Medical Parasitology (2)

Consideration of ultrastructure, physiology, biochemistry, in-vitro cultivation and host-parasite relationship of parasites of medical importance. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Alt. years: fall)

TRMD 655 Fundamentals of Biostatistics (3)

Fundamental biomedical statistics concepts and tools will be introduced, as well as their applications to biomedical data. Students will perform hands-on analysis using statistical software and learn to interpret and present the results. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as QHS 601)

TRMD 654 Advances in HIV/AIDS (2)

History of HIV, basic biology and virology, epidemiology, HIV pathogenesis and immunology, clinical features, and co-morbidities. Treatment and prevention of HIV/ AIDS, including research methods, statistics, cultural competence, genetics, pathophysiology, drug and vaccine development. Repeatable unlimited times. A-F only. Pre: 604 and 605, or consent. (Fall only)

TRMD 653 Bioinformatics I (3)

Provides fundamental concepts in bioinformatics with strong emphasis on hands-on training. Topics such as molecular biology, sequence alignment, biological databases, phytogeny,
and genomics including microarray and RNA-sequence analysis. Repeatable one time, but credit earned one time only. Open to nonmajors. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed with QHS 610)

TRMD 652 Advanced Genetics and Evolution of Infectious Diseases (2)

An evolutionary perspective to examine the interactive responses between infectious agents and the immune system. Topics will include natural selection, life history evolution, population genetics of pathogens and hosts, and anti-microbial resistance. A-F only. Pre: 604 (or concurrent) and 605 (or concurrent), or consent. (Alt. years: spring)

TRMD 651 Vaccinology (2)

History/evolution of vaccines, current and next generation vaccines, vaccine immunology, adjuvants, vaccine strategies, vaccines for viral, bacterial, and parasitic diseases, vaccine-proof-of-concept and downstream developmental studies; vaccine safety production processes. Repeatable one time. Graduate students only. A-F only. Pre: (604 and 605) with a minimum grade of B. (Spring only

TRMD 650 Ecological Epidemiology (2)

Applications of population biology, pathogen/host life history, and population genetics to infectious disease epidemiology, including micro- and macroparasites, and implications to disease control and prevention of strategies. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Alt. years: spring) (Cross-listed as PH 650)

TRMD 610 Infection and Immunity (3)

Combined lecture/discussion of interactions of pathogens with the innate and acquired immune systems. Topics will include the role of novel receptors in pathogen detection, inflammation in disease pathogenesis, pathogen immune evasion, and neuroimmunology. Repeatable two times. A-F only. Pre: 604, MICR 461, or consent. (Alt. years: fall)

TRMD 609 Advances In Medical Immunology (3)

Presentations/discussions of current literature concerning recent advances in immunology relevant to disease and to disease processes. Pre: consent. (Alt. years: spring)

TRMD 608 Infectious Disease Microbiology III (3)

Basic structure, physiology, epidemiology, and genetics of pathogenic bacteria as well as the host response to these organisms. Correlation of these characteristics to disease pathogenesis in humans and animal models. A-F only. Pre: 604 or consent. (Spring only)

TRMD 607 Neurovirology (2)

Seminar on neuroinvasive viruses giving basics of viruses causing nervous system diseases and discussing recent advances in the research field of neurovirology. Pre: MICR 351 or equivalent; or consent. (Fall only)

TRMD 606 Tropical Medicine Laboratory Rotations (V)

Practical experience in use of equipment and procedures in infectious disease and immunology research; introduction to research in tropical medicine. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: 604 (or concurrent), or consent.

TRMD 605 Infectious Disease Micro II (3)

Will cover different families of animal viruses of importance to human diseases. The genome, structure, replication, as well as host immune responses, epidemiology, clinical features, and animal models will be presented. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 604 and MICR 351, or consent. (Cross-listed as PH 667)

TRMD 604 Concepts in Immunology and Immunopathogenesis (2)

Immunological concepts relating to infectious diseases and host pathogen interactions. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: MICR 461 (or equivalent) or consent. (Cross-listed as PH 665)

TRMD 603 Infectious Disease Microbiology I: Medical Parasitology (3)

Epidemiology, pathogenesis, immunobiology and diagnostic aspects of human parasitic infections; principles of host-pathogen interactions; public health aspects of parasitic infections. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: MICR 351 or equivalent. (Fall only)

TRMD 602 Laboratory Methods in Tropical Medicine (2)

Microbiologic methods and techniques for identification of pathogenic viruses, bacterial, and parasitic organisms including specimen handling, culturing, and laboratory safety. Repeatable one time. Graduate standing only. A-F only. (Fall only)

TRMD 601 Tropical Medicine Journal Club (1)

Students gain experience in the presentation and discussion of topics of current interest in the fields of tropical medicine and infectious diseases. Repeatable unlimited times. Graduate students only.

TRMD 599 (Alpha) Selected Research Topics in Infectious Diseases (V)

Research elective for medical students; (B) infectious diseases; (C) parasitology; (D) epidemiology; (E) immunology. MD majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: MDED 554 or consent. (Fall only)

TRMD 595 (Alpha) Selected Topics in Infectious Diseases (1)

Elective for medical students; (B) infectious diseases; (C) parasitology; (D) epidemiology; (E) immunology. MD majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: MDED 554 or consent.

TRMD 590 Selected Topics in Tropical Medicine and Infectious Diseases (V)

Elective for medical students in Tropical Medicine and Infectious Diseases. Repeatable six times, up to 12 credits. Medical students only. CR/NC only. Pre: consent.

TRMD 545 Topics in Tropical Medicine (V)

Elective for fourth-year medical students for advanced study of selected topics within the field of tropical medicine and medical microbiology. Pre: fourth-year standing or MD degree.

TRMD 499 Reading and Research (V)

Directed reading and research in laboratory; diagnostic aspects of bacterial, parasitic, and viral infections. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

TRMD 442 Summer Research Experience (5)

Hands-on research experience at assigned international sites. Students learn research and analytical skills in the field and laboratory setting, and present data to peers and faculty upon completion of the training. MHIRT cohort only. A-F only. (Summer only)

TRMD 441 Health Disparities (2)

Overview of biosciences research related to health and health disparities in a global setting as well as in Hawai‘i. Workshop topics include health research, Native Hawaiian health, global health, and cultural competency. MHIRT cohort only. A-F only. (Summer only)

TRMD 440 International Training in Biosciences Research (3)

Combines weekly lectures by faculty for discussion of the 9 Steps of Research and completion of training courses for working with human subjects, including research ethics, laboratory safety, blood-borne pathogens, and principles of health disparity. MHIRT cohort only. A-F only. (Summer only)

TRMD 431 Principles of Medical Parasitology (2)

Epidemiology, pathogenesis, immunobiology and diagnostic aspects of human parasitic infections; principles of host-pathogen interactions; public health aspects of parasitic infections. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: MICR 351 with a grade of B or higher or equivalent. (Spring only)

TAHR 415 Extension Education & Outreach (2)

Introduces an essential component of the Land Grant Mission. Students will explore the foundational components of extension education including agent expectations, program development and evaluation, audience engagement, building partnerships, funding structures. Repeatable one time. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. (Cross-listed as TPSS 415)

TAHR 251 Scientific Principles of Sustainability (3)

Introduction to the scientific principles of sustainability, including the ecology of managed and natural ecosystems, global change biology, ecological principles of natural resource management, renewable energy technologies, and the environmental impacts of humans.

TAHR 250 Introduction to Sustainability from Social Science Perspectives (3)

Introduction to key concepts and theories in social sciences in relation to sustainability issues. (Cross-listed as SOC 230 and SUST 250)

TAHR 099 International Exchange Study/Research (V)

Study overseas in an approved international or similar exchange program. CR/NC only. Pre: consent of academic advisor.

TIM 700 Thesis Research (V)

Independent supervised research. Formal and oral written presentation of research findings. Repeatable up to six credits.

TIM 699 Directed Reading (V)

Independent study of approved, advanced reading with faculty supervision. Requires proposal prepared by student and approved by supervisor and graduate chair before registration. Repeatable one time.

TIM 695 Seminar: Travel Industry Management Policy (3)

Integration of learning through analysis of policy issues, trends, and problems in the travel industry. A-F only. Pre: three 600-level TIM courses completed or consent.

TIM 694 Professional Paper (3)

Independent project or paper under faculty supervision in lieu of Plan A, TIM 700 thesis. Requires proposal approved by supervisor and graduate chair prior to registration. A-F only. Pre: three 600-level TIM courses completed or consent.

TIM 645 Hospitality, Tourism, and Transportation Field Studies (3)

Integration of concepts and application of knowledge and skills from other courses to a selected field study project. Pre: any two 600-level TIM courses completed and a third concurrent; or consent.

TIM 640 Financial Management in Hospitality, Tourism, and Transportation (3)

Applications of financial analysis to both the domestic and international travel industry. TIM majors only. A-F only. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

TIM 607 Global Tourism Analysis (3)

International trade theory and regional analysis methodologies applied to tourism and the service industry, including travel balance account, inter-regional transactions flow, economic impacts, environmental economics, demand theory and forecasting. A-F only. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

TIM 606 Managerial Economics in Hospitality, Tourism, and Transportation (3)

Advanced study analysis of economics and management of passenger transportation systems serving the travel industry. Emphasis on topics such as government policy, transport economics, marketing and management, and the relationships between transportation systems and tourism development. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

TIM 605 Hospitality Management (3)

Advanced human relations and operating issues; use of accounting, behavioral, financial, marketing, and informational systems in managing hospitality organizations. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

TIM 604 Managerial Accounting for Travel Industry (3)

Advanced study of management accounting within travel industry: responsibility accounting, pricing decisions, concepts and application of central systems, financial planning, price level impacts, performance evaluation. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

TIM 603 Information Technology, e-Commerce, and Travel Industry in Hospitality, Tourism, and Transportation (3)

Planning, implementation, management, evaluation, and impact of information and electronic communication technologies, including e-commerce applications in the travel industry. Analysis of new information technology use as an area of research and strategic application. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

TIM 602 Strategic Marketing in Hospitality, Tourism, and Transportation (3)

In-depth study of marketing principles and problems related to travel industry organizations. Emphasis on strategic marketing. Research applications, international and domestic marketing of travel industry services. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

TIM 601 Research Application in Hospitality, Tourism, and Transportation (3)

Analysis of methodologies appropriate for research in travel industry management. Survey of the literature of applied techniques and approaches including exploratory approaches. Familiarization with research design and implementation of development of research proposals. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

TIM 469 (Alpha) Advanced Topics in Travel Industry Management (V)

(B) tourism planning; (C) advanced travel industry management; (D) advanced hospitality management; (E) advanced hotel management; (F) advanced restaurant management; (G) advanced tourism management; (H) advanced recreation management; (I) advanced leisure management; (J) advanced transportation management; (K) advanced travel industry management education; (M) advanced travel industry management technology; (N) advanced meetings, incentives, conventions, and exhibition management; (O) advanced food and beverage management; (P) leadership and advanced human resources; (Q) advanced assets management. Repeatable five times with consent for (B), (C), (D), (E), (F), (G), (H), (I), (J), (K), (M), (N); repeatable six times for (O), (P), and (Q). TIM majors only. A-F only for (O), (P), and (Q).

TIM 462 Environmental Management Systems (3)

Introduction to the process of developing Environmental Management Systems that address the principles outlined in ISO14001:2015. Repeatable one time. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as OCN 442 and SUST 442)

TIM 442 Advanced Topics in Transportation (3)

Advanced level of discussion in terms of transportation, including management, economics, strategy, regulation, operating performance, fleet management, and network management. Pre: 101. Recommended: 350 and/or 353.

TIM 431 Strategic Management for the Travel/ Hospitality Industry (3)

Strategic management in the travel/hospitality industry. Case study analysis, discussion and written reports, covering strategies, management problems and industry issues. Emphasis on writing instruction. A-F only. Pre: 301, 302, 303, 304, 305 and graduating senior.

TIM 425 Destination Development and Marketing (3)

Analysis of key factors in the marketing and management of tourism destinations, including destination branding, product development, integrated marketing, stakeholder relations, and the role of destination marketing/marketing organizations. Emphasis on written communication. Pre: 101.

TIM 420 Sustainable Tourism Policies and Practices (3)

Seminar examining the social, environmental, economic factors of sustainable tourism development. Emphasis on methods and processes and the role of stakeholders (government, industry, host community, tourists). Group projects. A-F only. Pre: 101 and departmental approval. (Cross-listed as SUST 421)

TIM 415 Nature-Based Tourism Management (3)

Principles of nature-based tourism, including a survey of impacts, objectives, planning, and management systems. Junior standing or higher. Pre: 101 or 324/ GEO 324. (Cross-listed as GEO 415 and SUST 415)

TIM 403 Revenue Management in Travel Industry (3)

An in-depth comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of revenue management and provides recognition of thorough knowledge of the fundamental metrics and methodologies used within the hotel industry. TIM majors only. Pre: 101, ECON 130, and ACC 210.

TIM 402 Resort Mixed Use Development (3)

Critical and essential aspects of developing and managing resort mixed use facilities. Includes multidimensional and dynamic interrelationships of site development and facilities, business mix, management structures and systems, and industry practices. A-F only. Pre: 313 or 369; and 314. Recommended: 333 and 401. (Fall only)

TIM 401 Resort, Spa and Wellness Management (3)

Principles of resort and spa development. Essential aspects of understanding the leadership and interrelationships of managing/operating and marketing resorts, spas, and wellness. A-F only. Pre: 314. Recommended: 305.

TIM 400 (Alpha) Internship IV (2)

Requires a minimum of 150 hours of internship, a business presentation, and an analytical report synthesizing experience and related theories. A significant portion of class time is dedicated to writing instruction, which will enhance and improve students’ writing skills. (B) executive internship; (C) community service internship. Restricted to majors. CR/NC only. Pre: 200 and consent.

TIM 399 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Reading and research into problems in hotel, restaurant, transportation or tourism sectors of the travel industry. TIM majors only. Junior standing or above. Pre: a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 and consent of dean’s office and instructor based upon student’s written proposal of content and objectives of course program.

TIM 399 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Reading and research into problems in hotel, restaurant, transportation or tourism sectors of the travel industry. Pre: junior standing or above, a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 and consent of dean’s office and instructor based upon student’s written proposal of content and objectives of course program. TIM majors only.

TIM 369 (Alpha) Current Topics in Travel Industry Management (V)

(B) resort development; (C) assets management; (D) transportation and public policy;
(E) management by cultural values; (F) travel industry management; (G) hospitality management; (H) hotel management; (I) restaurant entrepreneurship; (J) tourism management; (K) recreation management; (M) leisure management; (N) transportation management; (O) travel industry management education; (P) travel industry management technology; (Q) meetings, incentives, conventions, and exhibition management. Repeatable five times with consent. TIM majors only for (B), (C), (D), (E), (F), (G), (H), (I), (J), (K), (M), (N). Pre: 101 and 313 for (I).

TIM 368 TIM Study Abroad (V)

Study abroad instructional experience emphasizing international travel, tourism and hospitality-related topics at equivalent, accredited programs. Content varies depending on locus of instruction and instructor. Course qualifies as either a TIM or general elective with pre-approval or department. Repeatable unlimited times. TIM majors only. Pre: consent.

TIM 365 Economics in Travel Industry (3)

Microeconomic theory of consumer behavior and demand production cost analysis, market structure and pricing in travel companies. Economic impact of tourism. Students may not earn credit for 365 and BUS 313. TIM majors only. Pre: either ECON 120 or ECON 130.

TIM 354 Surface Transportation Management (3)

Management of surface transportation such as cars, buses, and intercity rail, etc. Includes marketing, ownership and financing, supply chain, operations, regulation and promotion, human resources. TIM majors only. Pre: 101.

TIM 353 Air Transportation Management (3)

Marketing, management and strategies used by airlines, airports, catering, and aircraft manufacturers. TIM majors only. Pre: 101.

TIM 351 Principles of Logistics (3)

Management of logistics systems: inventory control, warehousing, materials management, physical distribution, transportation. Emphasis on Hawai‘i’s location and unique problems. TIM majors only. Pre: 101.

TIM 350 Introduction to Tourism Transportation (3)

Introduction to managerial and operational issues related to all modes of transportation used by tourists into or within a tourist destination. Passenger behavior; transport infrastructure; transport networks; regulation; sustainable transport. TIM majors only. Pre: 101.

TIM 334 Hospitality Sales & Negotiation (3)

Personal selling by hospitality and tourism firms engaged in business-to-business marketing. Emphasis will be placed on negotiation case studies, exercises, and role-plays. TIM majors only. A-F only. Pre: 101. Recommended: 304.

TIM 333 Hotel/Resort Facilities and Design (3)

Comprehensive understanding of facilities management and design including maintenance systems, sustainable development options and design and environmental management. TIM majors only. A-F only. Pre: 313 and 314.

TIM 327 Travel Distribution Management (3)

History, development, operations, and management of travel distribution organizations including: travel agents, tour operators and wholesalers, specialty channelers, meeting planners, incentive houses, travel associations, and other destination management organizations. Evolution and economics of the distribution of travel products through destination databases and electronic commerce. TIM majors only. Pre: 302.

TIM 324 Geography of Global Tourism (3)

Tourist landscape in relation to resources, spatial patterns of supply and demand, impacts of tourism development, and models of tourist space. Flows between major world regions. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as GEO 324) 

TIM 321 Sociocultural Issues in Tourism (3)

Issues arising from the impacts of tourism on societies and cultures. Class discussions of the ethical dimensions of such impacts. Includes an emphasis on writing instruction. TIM majors only. Pre: 101.

TIM 320 Introduction to Tourism Economics (3)

Examines tourism from an economic perspective. Topics include: the determinants of consumer demand for leisure travel, structure of competition among suppliers of tourism services, benefits and costs of tourism development to the host community, government’s role in the taxation, subsidy, regulation and protection of the tourism industry, tourism’s impact on the environment, and sustainable tourism development. TIM majors only. Pre: ECON 120 or 130 or 131; or consent. (Cross-listed as ECON 320)

TIM 319 Quantity Foods and Institutional Purchasing (3)

Quantity food and beverage operations, menu development and costing, dietary menu claims, purchasing procedures, inventory control, procurement, transportation, legislation. Institutional foodservice sanitation, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point and National Restaurant Association Certification. TIM majors only. Pre: 101.

TIM 316 Events Planning and Marketing (3)

Introduction to special event planning processes and techniques. Emphasis on designing, planning, marketing, management, staging events, legal compliances, risk management, financial control, and successful event evaluation. TIM majors only. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 313.

TIM 315 Quality Food Management (3)

Explore various aspects of the quality in foodservice operations and develop strategies to measure and improve the quality. A-F only. Pre: 101 and departmental approval.

TIM 314 Hotel Management (3)

Comprehensive understanding of hotel management and functional departments including front office, accounting, housekeeping, food and beverage, marketing, security and safety. Simulation of management trainee programs by hotel chains. Synthesis of concepts, tools and theories of decision-making relevant to hotel operations. TIM majors only. A-F only. Pre: 101, 302, and 303 (with a minimum grade of C- in 302 and 303).

TIM 313 Foodservice Management (3)

Critical and essential aspects of managing foodservice operations including principles of food safety and sanitation, procedural knowledge in front and back of the house and guest relations. TIM majors only. A-F only. Pre: 101 and 303.

TIM 311 Club Management (3)

Introduction to club and institutional management, including operations, services, and facilities. TIM majors only. A-F only. Pre: 101.

TIM 310 Institutional Purchasing (3)

Procurement responsibilities in hospitality management. Emphasis on institutions supplying hospitality operations and legislation which controls standards of industrial supplies and goods. TIM and FSHN majors only. Pre: 101.

TIM 306 Human Resource Management: Travel Industry (3)

Comprehensive overview of human resources management (HRM) with emphasis on the supervision in the travel industry, including HRM as a firm’s strategic asset, contemporary theories, issues and developments, to improve employee recruitment productivity and retention. TIM majors only. Pre: 101.

TIM 305 Financial Management for the Travel Industry (3)

Cash flow determination and management strategies for financing hospitality ventures and expansion. Determining the financial viability of proposed and existing operations through traditional and state-of-the-art techniques. TIM majors only. Pre: 101, ACC 200 and ACC 210; and NREM 203, MATH 203, MATH 215, MATH 241, or BUS 250.

TIM 304 Principles of Travel Industry Marketing (3)

Concepts, problems, processes of marketing within the travel industry; development of marketing strategies including product, place, promotion, and price for travel institutions. Students may not earn credit for 304 and BUS 312. TIM majors only. Pre: 101.

TIM 303 Management of Service Enterprises (3)

Principles and philosophies of management with special emphasis on those principles and theories that are most relevant to management in service-based industries. Students may not earn credit for 303 and BUS 315. TIM majors only. Pre: 101 or consent.

TIM 302 Information Systems Technology (3)

Computer applications in the travel industry; operation and evaluation of specific travel industry systems and applied business systems. TIM majors only. Pre: 101; and either ICS 101, or both LTEC 112 and LTEC 113

TIM 301 Legal Environment of the Travel Industry (3)

Origin, development, and principles of common, statutory, constitutional, international, and maritime law relating to hospitality industry. TIM majors only. Pre: 101. Recommended: BLAW 200.

TIM 300 Internship III (2)

A minimum of four hundred hours of travel industry experience. Position must be different from TIM 200 position and of a more responsible nature or in a different organization. Comprehensive report by student and performance evaluation from employer required. CR/NC only. Pre: TIM major and 200.

TIM 200 Internship II (2)

A minimum of four hundred hours of travel industry experience. Comprehensive report by student and performance evaluation from employer required. CR/NC only. Pre: TIM major, 100, and 101.

TIM 102 Food and World Cultures (3)

An integrated cross-cultural approach to the study of foods and cultures. Examine history, concepts, principles of cultures and cuisines, the background of food tradition including habitat, social status, religious beliefs, gender, and other environmental considerations. A-F only.

TIM 101 Introduction to Travel Industry Management (3)

Overview of travel industry and related major business components. Analysis of links between hotel, food, transportation, recreation, and other industries comprising tourism.

TIM 100 Internship I (2)

Introduction to travel industry. Discussion of job search strategies, TIM internship requirements, career and academic planning. CR/NC only.

TIM 099 International Exchange Programs (V)

UH Mānoa School of Travel Industry Management majors participating in approved international exchange programs. CR/NC only.

TI 499 Directed Reading/Studies (V)

Independent study of approved readings and research with faculty supervision. Repeatable two times, up to nine credits. A-F only.

TI 452 (Alpha) Sight Translation (3)

Focus on the ability to translate orally information from a written text. Emphasis on improving linguistic (discourse analysis) and communicative (public speaking) skills. (J) Japanese; (K) Korean; (M) Mandarin; (O) other; (S) Spanish. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: CITS screening exam.

TI 442 (Alpha) Simultaneous Interpretation (3)

Simultaneous interpretation of speeches. Focus on the study of formulaic and frozen language characteristically used in international meetings. (J) Japanese; (K) Korean; (M) Mandarin; (O) other; (S) Spanish. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: CITS screening exam.

TI 432 (Alpha) Consecutive Interpretation (3)

Extensive note-taking and note-reading in a bilingual context. Focuses on the translation of numbers, acronyms, initials, and economic and financial information. (J) Japanese; (K) Korean; (M) Mandarin; (O) other; (S) Spanish. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: CITS screening exam.

TI 408 Medical Interpreting (3)

Healthcare interpreting requires students to understand basic biosystems, common illnesses and treatments, as well as interpreting skills. Students must have 402 or above equivalency of second language skills (or instructor approval). Repeatable one time. Pre: 406 or consent.

TI 407 Court Interpreting II (3)

Combined lecture/ discussion/practice. Continuation of 405 Court Interpretation, diving deeper into the practical side of oral interpreting for various proceedings, including arraignments, trials, witness testimonies, etc. Must be bilingual. Real courtroom observations required. Repeatable one time. Pre: 405 or consent.

TI 406 Community Interpreting (3)

Basic principles, ethics and skills involved in community interpreting in medical, legal, and social service settings; practical information about the community interpreter’s role and profession; practice of various community interpreting situations and techniques. Repeatable one time.

TI 405 Court Interpreting I (3)

Introduction to the legal system, as well as theoretical principles, ethics, practical techniques, and current issues surrounding the practice and profession of court and other legal interpreting. Repeatable one time.

TONG 202 Intermediate Tongan (4)

Continuation of 201. Pre: 201 or consent.

TONG 201 Intermediate Tongan (4)

Listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. History and culture. Meets four (4) hours weekly. Pre: 102 or consent.

TONG 102 Beginning Tongan (4)

Continuation of 101. Pre: 101 or consent.

TONG 101 Beginning Tongan (4)

Listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Structural points introduced inductively. History and culture. Meets four (4) hours weekly.

THEA 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

THEA 779 Seminar in Theatre for Young Audiences (3)

Theories and methods applied in theatrical experiences with and for young audiences: creative movement/drama, puppetry, and theatre/ dance. Pre: one of 470, 474, 475, 476, 477, or DNCE 490.

THEA 763 (Alpha) Seminar in Asian Theatre (3)

(B) Southeast Asia and India; (C) China; (D) Japan. Repeatable two times. Pre: one of 464, 465, 466, or consent.

THEA 705 Seminar in Drama and Theatre (3)

Special topics. Repeatable when topics change. Pre: consent.

THEA 700 Thesis Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

THEA 699 Directed Research (V)

Reading or research in theatre theory or history; reading and practice in particular areas of dramatic production. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

THEA 696 (Alpha) Professional Internship (V)

Internship program where students will work for or with a professional theatre company under supervision of a UH faculty member, plus possible supervisor(s) from the theatre company. Students must participate hands-on in production activities of that company and receive a satisfactory (or better) review from their supervisor(s); (B) entertainment design: costume, lighting, scenery, props, sound, or other related disciplines; (C) performance: acting, directing, dance, choreography, or other related disciplines. Repeatable eight times per alpha, up to nine credits per alpha. A-F only. Pre: 345 or 353 or 356 for (B); 621 or 682 or DNCE 371 for (C). (Cross-listed as DNCE 696 (Alpha))

THEA 695 Creative Projects (V)

MFA play or dance productions, design projects, original full-length plays. Repeatable unlimited times.

THEA 693 Internship: Youth Theatre/Dance (V)

Supervised leadership experiences in theatre/dance program with children. Students spend nine hours per week in supervised setting and three hours in weekly class meeting. Pre: one of 470, 476, or DNCE 490; or consent. (Cross-listed as DNCE 693)

THEA 692 Practicum in Teaching (V)

Supervised teaching experience at the introductory or undergraduate level. Students will teach an appropriate level course in their field of expertise under faculty supervision. Repeatable up to nine credits. THEA or DNCE majors only. (Cross-listed as DNCE 692)

THEA 691 Seminar in Teaching Dance/Theatre (3)

Pedagogy and classroom experience in teaching technique and theory. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as DNCE 691)

THEA 690 Graduate Theatre Workshop (V)

Practical and supervisory theatre work pertinent to professional degree objectives on productions being done in Kennedy Theatre or in other venues, by approval. Repeatable eight times, up to 9 credits. THEA majors only. Pre: consent.

THEA 685 Directing Western Styles (3)

Students direct scenes in classic or non-realistic western theatre styles or genres. Repeatable one time with consent. THEA majors only. A-F only. Graduate student in theatre program. Pre: consent. (Alt. years)

THEA 683 Workshop in Directing Process (3)

Methods class in theatre production for the director. Covers organization and techniques such as rehearsal planning, scheduling, and execution. Repeatable one time.

THEA 682 Graduate Workshop in Directing (3)

Direction of scenes and major one-act plays. Pre-thesis production. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: 600 or consent.

THEA 681 Advanced Topics in Theatre Directing (V)

Readings, discussion, research, and/or performance and scene work. Repeatable five times, up to nine credits. THEA majors only. Pre: consent.

THEA 680 Directing Asian Theatre (3)

Directing traditional Asian theatre pieces and Western plays performed with Asian techniques; development of new performance styles based on Asian examples; directing of scenes and one-act plays. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: graduate theatre major and one Asian theatre course, or consent.

THEA 678 (Alpha) Topics in Theatre for Young Audiences(3)

Creative movement/drama, puppetry, and theatre/dance; (B) production concepts. Repeatable when topics change. Pre: one of 470, 474, 475, 476, 477, DNCE 490; or consent.

THEA 670 Seminar in Advanced Creative Dramatics (3)

Advanced seminar in applied methods and theories of creative dramatics. Repeatable one time. THEA or DNCE majors only.

THEA 663 (Alpha) Topics in Asian Theatre (3)

Comparative and cross-cultural examination. (B) origins; (C) theories and systems; (D) modern Asian drama. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

THEA 660 Field Research Methods (3)

Goals and methods. Grant writing, interview, questionnaire, observation, and performance study as research techniques. Practical application by designing a research project. Pre: 600.

THEA 658 Business for the Arts (3)

Seminar offering overview and foundation for launching or advancing enterprises in the arts. A focus on the processes and method for creating economically successful grants and project development applications. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as DNCE 658)

THEA 657 Seminar in Design (3)

Research, design, and discussion exploring collaborative design problems and solutions. Repeatable two times. A-F only. Pre: 445, 453, 456; or consent.

THEA 656 Costumes III: Advanced Costume Design (3)

Workshop dealing with special topics in costume design and related skills. Repeatable one time with consent. A-F only. Pre: 456 or consent.

THEA 654 Advanced Topics in Costume Construction (3)

Advanced costume production techniques for entertainment design. Topics may
include corset, draping, patterning, tailoring, dye work, fabric modification, millinery, leatherwork, and crafts. Topics presented within the context of both current entertainment industry and traditional practices. Repeatable three times for different topics. Pre: 354 (with a minimum grade of B) or consent.

THEA 653 Scenic III: Advanced Scenic Design (3)

Workshop dealing with special topics in scenic design, related skills, and portfolio preparation. Repeatable two times with consent. Pre: 453 or consent. (Alt. years)

THEA 652 Scenic II: Intermediate Scene Design (3)

Workshop in advanced techniques and skills of scenic design; research, presentation, rendering, drafting, and model making. Pre: 353 (with a minimum grade of B) or consent.

THEA 650 Professional Advancement in Entertainment Design (1)

Directed study designed to help MFA candidates in Design acquire the tools helpful in obtaining future employment. Portfolios, resumes, and related application tools will be developed along with other necessary skills. Must be current MFA candidate in theatre. Repeatable six times. THEA majors only. Graduate students only.

THEA 645 Lighting III: Advanced Lighting Design (3)

Workshop dealing with special topics in theatrical lighting design and related skills. Repeatable two times. THEA or DNCE majors only. Pre: 644 or consent.

THEA 644 Lighting II: Intermediate Lighting Design (3)

Workshop in intermediate techniques and skills of lighting design; storytelling, analysis, research, envisioning, and communicating a design plan, execution of successful design projects. Use of communication tools such as mini-plots, light renderings, LightWright, and VectorWorks. Repeatable one time. Pre: 345 (with a minimum grade of B) or equivalent experience.

THEA 634 Taiji Weapons for Actors (3)

Advanced level Taijiquan (T’ai Chi Ch’uan) weapons training. Repeatable two times. Pre: 334 or 434, or consent.

THEA 626 Advanced Topics in Performance (V)

Readings, discussion, research, and/or performance
work. Repeatable two times, up to nine credits. THEA
and DNCE majors only. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as
DNCE 626)

THEA 625 Experimental Asian Acting (3)

Integration of movement, vocal technique, and concepts of traditional Asian genres into the actor’s repertory. Exploration of application to contemporary Asian and non-Asian texts. Workshop format. Repeatable one time. THEA and DNCE majors only. Pre: consent.

THEA 621 Great Roles in Acting (3)

Great roles from the Western theatre repertory; focus on the individual actor and performance styles. Repeatable one time with consent. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

THEA 620 Advanced Voice for the Actor (3)

Training at advanced level in speaking and vocal skills and techniques in preparation for a solo performance. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 420 or consent. (Alt. years)

THEA 619 Advanced Topics: Playwriting and Dramatic Theory (3)

Readings, research, writing, and seminar discussions. Pre: 418, 611, and consent.

THEA 618 Digital Multimedia Tools for Performance Research (3)

Dance, Theatre, Music Majors only. A-F only. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

THEA 617 Seminar in Performance Studies (3)

Special topics. Repeatable up to two times when topics change. Pre: 615 or consent. (Cross-listed as DNCE 617)

THEA 616 Script Analysis (3)

Theory and practical application of script analysis with reference to dramatic texts from various cultural traditions. Pre: consent.

THEA 615 Performance Theory (3)

Introduction to key texts and concepts of performance studies. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as DNCE 615)

THEA 614 (Alpha) Topics in Dramaturgy (3)

(B) role of the dramaturg; covers history, theory, and practice; (C) dramaturgy workshop; accompanies specific Kennedy Theatre productions. Repeatable one time per alpha. Pre: consent. (Alt. years)

THEA 613 Theatre in Europe and the U.S., 1700-Present (3)

Theatre as a cultural and social institution in Europe and the U.S., from the 18th century to the present. Pre: one of 311, 312, 411, 412, or consent. (Alt. years)

THEA 612 Theatre in Europe: Classical to 1700 (3)

Theatre as a cultural and social institution in the West, from ancient Greece to Restoration England. Pre: one of 311, 312, 411, 412, or consent. (Alt. years)

THEA 611 Seminar in Major Theatre Theory (3)

Major theatre theories from antiquity to the present and across a broad range of cultures. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: consent. (Alt. years)

THEA 600 Seminar in Theatre Research (3)

Bibliography and research methods; preparation for thesis and dissertation writing. Required of many graduate theatre majors.

THEA 499 Directed Work (V)

Individual projects; tutorial. Repeatable two times. Pre: consent.

THEA 492 (Alpha) Topics in Drama and Theatre (3)

(B) theatre traditions; (D) contemporary theatre. Repeatable two times each for (B) and (D). Junior standing or consent.

THEA 490 Experimental Theatre Studio (3)

Working collectively, students research, write, design, develop, and perform a full-length production. Repeatable two times. Pre: 6 credits above the 200 level in acting, directing, playwriting, dancing; or consent.

THEA 480 Intermediate Directing (3)

Workshop; students direct one-act plays. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: 380 and consent. (Alt. years)

THEA 478 Hula Ki‘i: Hawaiian Puppetry and Image Dancing (3)

History, techniques, construction, and performance of Hawaiian puppetry and traditional image dancing. Repeatable one time. Junior standing or higher.

THEA 477 Giant Puppetry (3)

History, construction, and performance techniques for large-scale and giant puppets. For teachers, recreation directors, and others working with students aged 10 to 18 and adults

THEA 476 Puppetry (3)

History and scope of puppetry. Construction and presentation of puppets for adult and child audiences. Repeatable one time.

THEA 475 Puppetry for Young Children (3)

Methods of constructing puppets and stages with and for children 3 to 8 years of age. Use of puppets in the creative arts. Fieldwork.

THEA 474 Theatre for Young Audiences (3)

Theories and principles of formal theatre for young audiences. Study of and practice in the selection, direction, and production of plays.

THEA 473 Storytelling (3)

Storytelling development through focused activities on personal artistic practice, story content, and public performative techniques. Repeatable one time.

THEA 470 Creative Drama (3)

Dramatic activities for young people. For teachers, group workers, recreation majors, and others dealing with children. Supervised field activities.

THEA 468 Drama and Theatre of Hawai‘i (3)

Survey of indigenous theatre forms of Hawai‘i, Native Hawaiian, and other ethnic playwrights, and contemporary multicultural landscape of drama and theatre in Hawai‘i. Sophomore standing or higher. (Alt. years: fall)

THEA 466 Drama and Theatre of Japan (3)

Survey of Japanese theatre forms, from traditional to contemporary. Includes examination of dramatic texts, performance elements, and historical context, utilizing written, aural, and visual materials. Junior standing or above. Pre: 311 or consent.

THEA 465 Drama and Theatre of China (3)

Yuan, southern, spoken drama; Beijing opera and the manner of their production. Pre: consent.

THEA 464 Drama and Theatre of Southeast Asia and India (3)

Court, folk, popular traditions, and the manner of their production. Pre: consent.

THEA 462 Drama and Theatre of Oceania (3)

Survey of the contemporary drama and theatre of Oceania that combines island and Western traditions. Includes Papua New Guinea, Hawai‘i, Fiji, Samoa, Australia, New Zealand. Pre: 101 or ANTH 350, or consent. (Cross-listed as PACS 462)

THEA 456 Costumes II: Intermediate Costume Design (3)

Advanced costume design for theatre and dance. Introduction to collaborative process in costume. Intensive work on rendering skills, applied to various design problems. Cost analysis and organizational techniques. Pre: 356 or consent. (Cross-listed as DNCE 456)

THEA 448 Introduction to Computer-Aided Design for the Theatre (3)

Basic concepts and techniques of 2D computer-aided design. Lecture/ workshop covers language and commands common to most CAD packages with a focus on drafting specific to theatre. A laptop with Vectorworks installed is required. Pre: 343 or consent. (Once a year)

THEA 447 Stage Management (3)

Business, organization and management for theatre and dance productions. Junior standing or higher. Pre: consent.

THEA 446 Topics in Costume Construction (3)

Costume production techniques, both Western and Asian, for theatre and dance. Topic rotation includes: understructures and armatures, patterning, tailoring, dyeing, fabric modification, millenery and crafts, within the context of current industry practice. Repeatable two times. A-F only. Pre: 354, 356, or consent. (Cross-listed as DNCE 446)

THEA 439 Musical Theatre Dance Forms (3)

Theatrical dance forms used in 20th-century musical theatre. Pre: 100 level or above dance technique class, 421, or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as DNCE 439)

THEA 436 Advanced Movement for Actors (3)

Detailed development of material presented in 435. Focus on Bartenieff fundamentals and movement analysis as it applies to the physical interpretation of theatrical roles. Pre: one of 435, DNCE 435, or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as DNCE 436)

THEA 435 Movement for Actors (3)

Training actors to discover experientially the sources of movement; to teach skills for analyzing movement for its mechanical, anatomical, spatial, and dynamic content; and then to apply these skills in a role. Pre: 222 or consent. (Cross-listed as DNCE 435)

THEA 434 Taiji (T’ai Chi) for Actors II (3)

Intermediate-level Taijiquan (T’ai Chi Ch’uan) movement training. Repeatable two times. Pre: 334 or consent. (Cross-listed as DNCE 434)

THEA 433 Movement Workshop (V)

Special workshops in movement relating to specific departmental theatrical productions beyond the scope of movement taught in 437 and 438. Repeatable one time. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as DNCE 433)

THEA 432 Stage Combat (3)

Techniques for performing unarmed and armed stage combat. Repeatable one time. Pre: one of 221, 222, 321, 322; or consent.

THEA 429 Contemporary Performance Practices (3)

Focus on individual training in the skills and techniques of contemporary experimental theatre including acting, directing, and self-scripting. Repeatable two times. Pre: one of 222, 318, 380, or consent.

THEA 428 Japanese Acting Workshop (V)

Training in skills and techniques for selected traditional Japanese theatre forms. Emphasis on movement and vocal technique. Repeatable to six credits. Pre: 221, 222 or consent. (Alt. years) DA

THEA 427 Chinese Acting Workshop (V)

Training in skills and techniques for selected traditional Chinese theatre forms. Emphasis on movement and vocal technique. Repeatable to six credits. Pre: 221, 222, or consent. (Alt. years)

THEA 426 South/Southeast Asian Acting Workshop (3)

Training in skills and techniques for selected traditional south and southeast Asian theatre forms. Emphasis on movement and vocal techniques. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 222 or consent. (Alt. years)

THEA 424 Hawaiian Performance Workshop (3)

Training in skills and techniques for selected traditional Hawaiian performance forms and Hawaiian medium theatre. Emphasis on movement and vocal technique. Repeatable one time. Pre: one of: 101, 221, 224, 468, HAW 202, HAW 321, HAW 384, HAW 486, DNCE 312, DNCE 411, DNCE 412; or consent. (Alt. years) (Crosslisted as DNCE 424)

THEA 423 Acting Shakespeare (3)

Techniques for acting in Shakespearean and heightened language texts. Repeatable one time. Pre: 222, 322, or consent.

THEA 422 Period Styles in Acting (3)

Presentational acting in comedy and tragedy; emphasis on performance styles in Elizabethan, Restoration, and 18th-century drama. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: 222 or 322 or consent.

THEA 421 Musical Theatre (3)

Training in skills required to perform in musicals. Students present scenes from musical comedies for criticism and review. Repeatable two times with consent. Pre: one of 321, 322, MUS 231B, or consent; and/or audition. (Cross-listed as MUS 421)

THEA 420 (Alpha) Intermediate Voice for the Actor (3)

Training in proper and dynamic use of the voice for the actor. (B) Western traditions; (C) Asian traditions. Repeatable two times. Pre: 220 or consent.

THEA 418 Advanced Playwriting (3)

Workshop in experimental writing in dramatic form; full-length plays. Repeatable one time. Pre: 318.

THEA 414 Women, Gender, & Sexuality in Performance (3)

Feminist and performance studies approaches to performances by women and other genders; focus on the representation and status of women Pre: 311 or consent. (Cross-listed as WGSS 414) DH

THEA 413 (Alpha) Approaches to Dramatic Texts (3)

Intensive analysis and discussion of dramatic texts from a variety of authors. Understanding trends and variations in dramatic form and content. (B) contemporary British and American drama; (C) political drama in the West. Pre: one of 311, 312, 411, 412, or consent.

THEA 412 World Theatre: Modern (3)

Pluralism in modern theatre, 1900–present. Reactions to realism and current international theatre forms, develops written communication skills. Pre: 311 (or concurrent). (Alt. years) 

THEA 411 World Theatre: Elite and Popular (3)

Interplay between elite and popular forms to 1900. Develops written communication skills. Pre: 311 (or concurrent). (Alt. years) 

THEA 400 (Alpha) Advanced Practicum (1)

Advanced workshop experience in the practical application of performing arts skills. (B) performance; (C) stagecraft; (D) costume; (E) performing arts management; (F) directing dramaturgy stage management choreography. Repeatable up to four credits per alpha. Pre: audition and performance of role in a Department of Theatre and Dance production for (B); 200C for (C); 200D for (D); 200E for (E); 200B or 200C or 200F, and consent for (F). (Cross-listed as DNCE 400)

THEA 380 Beginning Directing (3)

Basic practical course in how to direct a play. Students will direct scenes. Emphasis on writing instruction. THEA and DNCE majors only. Pre: upper division theatre majors or consent.

THEA 357 Stage Makeup Workshop (3)

Western and traditional Asian makeup theory and application practice. Western corrective, period, and old age makeup. Asian may include Jingju, Kabuki, Wayang. Repeatable one time. Pre: 240 or consent.

THEA 356 Costumes I: Beginning Costume Design (3)

Basic principles and approaches to costume design for theatre and dance. Visual communication methods, creative process, historical research, and organizational practices. Repeatable one time. Pre: 240, or consent. (Cross-listed as CINE 356 and DNCE 356)

THEA 354 Introduction to Costume Construction (4)

Workshop on basic principles of costume construction for theatre and dance. Professional practices, materials, and methods. (Cross-listed as DNCE 354)

THEA 353 Scenic I: Beginning Scenic Design (3)

Workshop introducing the basic principles and approaches of scenic design for theatre and dance, with emphasis on the creative process. Pre: a course in THEA or DNCE, production experience, or consent. (Consent required for production experience option) (Cross-listed as CINE 353 and DNCE 353)

THEA 345 Lighting I: Beginning Lighting Design (3)

Basic principles of lighting design and associated technologies. Includes functions and properties of light, lighting and control equipment, working procedures, and drafting and paperwork techniques. Pre: THEA/DNCE 240 or consent. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as DNCE 345)

THEA 343 (Alpha) Topics in Theatre Production (3)

Workshop in principles, techniques, and application of contemporary theatre production practices. (B) entertainment electrics: lighting, sound, special effects, projections, and related areas; (C) technical production: technical direction, technical design, construction, rigging, and related areas; (D) scenic painting: techniques of scene painting for theatre through reading, drawing exercises, color theory, and practical projects; (E) props and crafts: techniques to create props for theatre. Repeatable one time for different alphas, each alpha can be taken one time. Pre: any course in THEA or DNCE, or production experience; or consent. (Alt. years)

THEA 335 Taiji Round Form for Actors (3)

 Introduction to basic Asian movement skills through learning the Wu-style taijiquan round form, a faster and more fluid version of the full 108 taiji sequence of forms. Open to non-majors. Repeatable two times. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

THEA 334 Taiji (T’ai Chi) for Actors I (3)

Basic Taijiquan (T’ai Chi Ch’uan) movement training. Repeatable two times. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as DNCE 334)

THEA 325 Introduction to Asian Acting Styles (3)

Principles of acting based on traditional Asian models. Voice, movement exercises. Pre: 221 or 222 or consent.

THEA 324 Advanced Film/TV Acting (3)

Advanced acting techniques for film and TV production. Taping/filming of scenes and full-length scripts. Repeatable one time. Pre: 323 and consent.

THEA 323 Film/TV Acting (3)

Acting techniques for film and TV production. Students appear in scenes from TV and film scripts. Repeatable one time. Pre: 101 or 221 or 222 or COM 201 or consent.

THEA 322 Acting II: Advanced Scene Study (3)

Further exploration of character development and dramatic action through textual analysis. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: 221 or 222 or consent.

THEA 321 Auditioning (3)

Preparation of material from different audition situations, including monologues, cold readings, dance, singing, and TV/ film. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: 221 or 222 or consent.

THEA 319 Screenplay Writing (3)

Characterization, structure, theme, image, and other components of writing for film. Pre: 201 and grade of B or better in composition, or consent. (Alt. years)

THEA 318 Playwriting (3)

One-act plays; practice in writing in dramatic form. Repeatable one time. Pre: grade of B or better in composition or consent.

THEA 312 World Theatre II: Myth to Drama (3)

Myth and ritual into drama, 1000 BCE–1700 CE. Development of secular drama from sacred and ritual beginnings. Required of all majors. Pre: 311 (Alt. years)

THEA 311 World Theatre I: Script Analysis (3)

Script analysis methods for world drama. Develops written and oral communication skills. Required of all majors. Pre: one of 101, 221, 222, 240; or consent.

THEA 259 Introduction to Voice Function and Singing Styles (3)

Students will study how the singing voice works in various styles, including classical, musical theater, jazz, choral, and pop/ rock. Students will learn historical contexts, aural characteristics, and musical vocabulary through lecture, discussion, and listening. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as MUS 259) DA

THEA 245 Principles of Design (3)

Introduction to general design principles as applied to theatre. Will introduce the language and tools of visual literacy and visual communications via individual projects and collaboration. Repeatable two times. (Cross-listed as DNCE 245)

THEA 241 Film/TV Production Process (3)

Entry-level course details three phases of the production process for film and video projects: pre-production, production, and post-production. A-F only. Pre: consent.

THEA 240L Theatre Production Lab (1)

Lab observations and projects illustrating basic principles of theatre production. A-F only. Co-requisite: 240.

THEA 240 Introduction to Stage Production (3)

Survey class introducing theater management, lighting, costuming, scenery, and other aspects of theatre that relate to producing stage performances. (Cross-listed as DNCE 240)

THEA 224 Pidgin/HCE Drama (3)

Introduction to Hawaiian Creole English (HCE) multicultural comedy and drama in Hawai‘i. Emphasis on acting exercises, local dialects, and the performance of Pidgin/HCE plays. Repeatable one time with consent. (Alt. years)

THEA 222 Acting I: Foundations and Techniques for Stage and Screen (3)

Fundamentals of contemporary acting styles for stage and screen, including self-awareness, character, and scene work. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: THEA major or 221, or consent.

THEA 221 Introduction to Acting for Stage and Screen (3)

Beginning acting techniques for theatre and screen media including exercises, improvisations, monologues, and scenes. Focus on voice, relaxation, body awareness, and freedom from self-consciousness. Emphasis on writing instruction as appropriate to discipline. Repeatable one time with consent.

THEA 220 Beginning Voice and Movement (3)

Introduction to vocal and movement techniques to increase self-awareness and potential for self-expression. Repeatable one time.

THEA 214 Development of the Sound Film (3)

Growth and changes in aesthetics of the sound film from 1929 to present; films by Renoir, Welles, Eisenstein, etc. Pre: 201. (Alt. years)

THEA 205 Introduction to Long-Form Improvisation (1)

Introduction to long-form improvisation as developed by companies such as Second City and iO Chicago. Focus will be on games, situations, creating characters, and forming narratives from those elements. Repeatable two times.

THEA 201 Introduction to the Art of the Film (3)

Introduction to the aesthetics of silent and sound movies. Technical subjects analyzed only as they relate to theme and style.

THEA 200 (Alpha) Beginning Practicum (1)

Beginning workshop experience in the practical application of performing arts skills. (B) performance; (C) stagecraft; (D) costume; (E) performing arts management; (F) directing dramaturgy stage management choreography. Repeatable up to four credits in each alpha. Pre: (B) audition and performance of role in a Department of Theatre and Dance production; (F) consent. (Cross-listed as DNCE 200) DA

THEA 152 Live on Stage (3)

Students view locally produced theatre and dance productions and write performance reviews. Readings, writing, and class discussion will guide students to understand each performance. Performances include theatre, dance, musical theatre, opera, and performance art. Repeatable one time. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as DNCE 152)

THEA 101 Introduction to World Drama and Theatre (3)

(2 Lec, 1 1-hr Lab) Performance traditions of Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, and the Pacific from the 5th century B.C. to the present. Analysis of political, religious, and technological conditions of theatre. Includes practical theatre workshop. Emphasis on writing instruction. A-F only.

THAI 462 (Alpha) Readings in Thai Contemporary Prose Literature: the Novel (3)

Selected readings in Thai novels from early 1930s to present. Oral and written reviews. (B) 1930–1969; (C) 1970–present. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: 402, 461(B) or 461(C), or consent.

THAI 461 (Alpha) Readings in Thai Contemporary Prose Literature: the Short Story (3)

Selected readings in Thai short stories from early 1930s to present. Oral and written reviews (B) 1930-1969; (C) 1970-present. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: 402 or consent.

THAI 452 Structure of Thai (3)

Continuation of 451. Pre: 451 or consent.

THAI 451 Structure of Thai (3)

Introduction to information structure of Thai as a basis for developing reading skills. Analysis of rhetorical, sentence, and word structure from different types of written texts. Pre: 402 or consent.

THAI 415 Thai Language in the Media (3)

Development of reading and aural comprehension of authentic Thai language used in print and broadcast media through reading Thai newspapers, viewing and listening to Thai television and radio programs. Oral and written reports. Repeatable one time. Pre: 402, 404 (or equivalent), or consent.

THAI 404 Accelerated Fourth-Level Thai (6)

Continuation of 303. Meets six hours a week. Advanced conversation and reading of specialized, scholarly texts. Pre: 303.

THAI 402 Fourth-Level Thai II (3)

Continuation of 401. Pre: 401.

THAI 401 Fourth-Level Thai I (3)

Continuation of 302/303. Advanced conversation and reading of specialized, scholarly texts. Pre: 302 or 303 or equivalent.

THAI 303 Accelerated Third-Level Thai (6)

Continuation of 202. Meets six hours a week. Advanced conversation and reading; emphasis on modern written texts. Lab work. Pre: 202 or equivalent.

THAI 302 Third-Level Thai II (3)

Continuation of 301. Pre: 301 or equivalent.

THAI 301 Third-Level Thai I (3)

Continuation of 202. Advanced conversation and reading, emphasis on modern written texts. Regular on-line lab work. Pre: 202 or equivalent or consent.

THAI 212 Intensive Intermediate Thai (10)

THAI 202 Second-Level Thai II (3)

Continuation of 201. Integrated development of skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing in Thai script. Pre: 201 or consent.

THAI 201 Second-Level Thai I (3)

Continuation of 102. Integrated development of skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Thai script. Pre: 104 and 106, or 102.

THAI 102 Elementary Thai II (3)

Continuation of 101. Emphasizes reading, writing, listening, and speaking modern standard Thai. Structural points are introduced inductively. Regular on-line lab work and review of audiovisual materials. Pre: 101, or 103 and 105, or consent.

THAI 101 Elementary Thai I (3)

First semester of elementary Thai. Emphasis on the development of communicative competence in both oral and written language and exposes students to the culture of Thailand.

TAHT 459 Fourth-Level Tahitian Abroad (3)

Continuation of 458. A-F only. Pre: 401 or 458, and consent.

TAHT 458 Fourth-Level Tahitian Abroad (3)

Full-time formal instruction at the University of French Polynesia in Tahiti. Fourth-year level in Tahitian language and culture. A-F only. Pre: 302 and consent.

TAHT 402 Fourth-Level Tahitian (3)

Continuation of 401. Pre: 401 or consent.

TAHT 401 Fourth-Level Tahitian (3)

Continuation of 302. Advanced conversation, reading, and writing with focus on modern formal and colloquial Tahitian styles. The language in the realms of storytelling, radio, folklore, traditional and modern writing. Survey of modern and classical language. Pre: 302 or consent.

TAHT 302 Third-Level Tahitian (3)

Continuation of 301. Pre: 301 or consent.

TAHT 301 Third-Level Tahitian (3)

Continuation of 202. Conversation, advanced reading, composition. Pre: 202 or consent.

TAHT 202 Second Year Tahitian II (3)

Continuation of 201. Pre: 201 or consent.

TAHT 201 Second Year Tahitian I (3)

Intermediate core skills of listening, speaking and knowledge of grammar for spoken Tahitian in a condensed format. Meets three 50-minute sessions weekly. Pre: 102.

TAHT 102 First Year Tahitian II (3)

Continuation of 101. Pre: 101 or consent.

TAHT 101 First Year Tahitian I (3)

Basic core skills of listening, speaking and grammar of spoken Tahitian in a condensed format. Meets three 50-minute sessions weekly.

SUST 763 Research Seminar: Agricultural Geography (3)

(Cross-listed as GEO 763)

SUST 696 Sustainability & Resilience Seminar (1)

Weekly seminar covering research, processes, and initiatives related to sustainability and resilience in practice. The intent is to foster intellectual engagement and to help and encourage students to spawn their own original research ideas. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only.

SUST 677 Marine Renewable Energy (3)

Ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC) systems: applicability, thermodynamics, design challenges; wave energy converters: floating devices, oscillating water column, optimal hydrodynamic performance; current, tidal, and offshore wind power. Pre: ORE 607; basic knowledge of thermodynamics desirable. (Cross-listed as ORE 677)

SUST 670 Sociology of Sustainability (3)

Analyses of sustainability, environmental, and technoscience issues from sociological perspectives. Graduate students only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as SOC 670)

SUST 661 Hawaiian Vascular Plants (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Identification, systematics, evolution, and biogeography of native plants. Field trips. Pre: 461 or consent. (Cross-listed as BOT 661)

SUST 658 Advanced Environmental Benefit Cost Analysis (3)

Advanced environmental benefit-cost analysis will require that proficiency be demonstrated on fundamentals and address topics related to sustainability, including income equality, non-market goods, risk, cost of public funds, and the social discount rate. (Cross-listed as NREM 658)

SUST 652 Kānāwai Lawai‘a: Hawa‘i’s Ocean and Fisheries Laws (3)

Seminar on pre-contact, customary laws on fishing and ocean stewardship, their codification in written laws during the Hawaiian Kingdom period, and changes and impacts through U.S. annexation and statehood, including current models of ocean governance. (Alt. years: Fall) (Cross-listed as HWST 652)

SUST 647 Urban and Regional Planning for Sustainability (3)

Focus on ideology, conceptual models, accounting frameworks, appropriate technologies, and indicators of planning for sustainability. Central and local policies, plans, and best practices in various countries and settings will be covered. Graduate students only. A-F only. (Cross-listed as PLAN 647)

SUST 641 (Alpha) Seminar (3)

Study in trends, research, and problems of implementation in teaching field. (P) place-based education. Each alpha repeatable two times. COE-related majors only. Pre: graduate and/or undergraduate courses in education and/ or social sciences or consent. (Cross-listed as EDCS 640P)

SUST 640 Land Systems Science (3)

Through discussion of primary land systems science literature and use of environmental modeling software, this interdisciplinary course explores how drivers, states, and trends in human appropriation of land affect socio-ecological system function. Pre: NREM 477 or NREM 677 or GEO 470 or GEO 476 or ERTH 460 or ERTH 461. (Alt. years: Fall) (Cross-listed as NREM 640)

SUST 638 Environmental Resource Economics (3)

Principles of policy design and evaluation for environmental resources management, forestry and watershed conservation, and sustainable economic development. Pre: ECON 604 or 606; or consent. (Cross-listed as ECON 638)

SUST 637 Resource Economics (3)

Analysis of problems of development and management of natural resources with emphasis on resources in agriculture and role in economic development. Pre: ECON 608 and 629. (Cross-listed as ECON 637 and NREM 637)

SUST 636 Renewable Energy Economics and Policy (3)

Analysis of economic and policy aspects of renewable energy use, and interactions of markets for renewable energy and other energy options. Evaluations of policies to develop renewable energy options. Pre: college calculus and principles of microeconomics; or consent. (Cross-listed as ECON 636)

SUST 632 Planning in Hawai‘i and Pacific Islands (3)

Urban and regional planning in island settings. Experiences in Hawai‘i, Polynesia, Melanesia, and Micronesia. Graduate students only. (Cross-listed as PLAN 632)

SUST 628 Urban Environmental Problems (3)

Seminar that examines environmental problems associated with urbanization. Reviews strategic approaches and collaboration among key actors to address such problems. (Cross-listed as PLAN 628)

SUST 625 Climate Change, Energy and Food Security in the Asia/Pacific Region (3)

Analysis of planning responses to human-induced climate change and related environmental problems. Part of the Asia/Pacific Initiative taught in collaboration with universities throughout the region via videoconferencing. (Cross-listed as PLAN 625)

SUST 620 Environmental Planning and Policy (3)

Overview of urbanization and environmental change. An examination of environmental laws, policies, planning and urban design strategies designed to minimize and mitigate urban impacts. Repeatable one time. A-F only. (Cross-listed as PLAN 620)

SUST 613 Advanced Methods in Wildlife Management & Conservation (4)

Introduces advanced techniques for wildlife management and conservation. In addition to hands-on training, students will learn underlying biological and ecological principles, as well as quantitative skills, with an emphasis on sustainable management. A-F only. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as NREM 610)

SUST 612 Predicting and Controlling Degradation in Human-Dominated Terrestrial Ecosystems (3)

Historic, present, and projected trends in understanding and managing human-dominated ecosystems; predicting, measuring and mitigating degradation especially in terrestrial ecosystems with a focus on small volcanic islands in tropical settings. A-F only. Pre: NREM 301/ SUST 311 and NREM 304 (or equivalent) and NREM 600. Recommended NREM 461, or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as NREM 612)

SUST 611 Resource and Environmental Policy Analysis(3)

Exploration of institutional and policy dimensions of natural resource development, management, allocation, markets and pricing, focusing on their environmental impacts. Emphasis on policy analysis using case studies and empirical findings. Original paper required. A-F only. Pre: grade of Cor above in ECON 130 or NREM/SUST 220, or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as NREM 611)

SUST 610 Seminar on Water in History (3)

Explores how various forms of salt, fresh, and brackish water have played transformative roles in the evolution of human communities throughout history. (Cross-listed as HIST 608)

SUST 496 Sustainability & Resilience Seminar (1)

Weekly seminar covering research, processes, and initiatives related to sustainability and resilience in practice. The intent is to foster intellectual engagement and to help and encourage students to spawn their own original research ideas. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only.

SUST 494 Environmental Problem Solving (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Senior-level capstone for NREM and related majors. Ecosystem management within problemsolving context. Applications of research and analytical methods, management tools to case studies. Focus on student teamwork and oral communications. NREM majors only. A-F only. Pre: Senior standing or consent. (Cross-listed as NREM 494)

SUST 481 American Environmental History (3)

Survey history of the complex relations between American societies and diverse U.S. ecosystems, from European contact and colonization to the present. (Cross-listed as AMST 425 and HIST 480)

SUST 461 Global Ethnic Conflict (3)

Ethnic conflicts cause most wars on our globe today. Examines causes of ethnic conflict, including climate change. Will evaluate approaches to building peaceful relations between groups and developing sustainable relationships with the environment. Junior standing or higher. Pre: one DS or DH course or consent. (Cross-listed as ES 460)

SUST 460 Hui Konohiki Practicum (3)

A “hands-on” internship in an environmental or resource-management organization in Hawai‘i. The experience will be broadened and supplemented by classroom lectures, discussion and analysis from traditional Hawaiian, scientific and economic perspectives. A-F only. Pre: 217/HWST 207 or 317/HWST 307 or SUST/HWST 356. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as HWST 460)

SUST 458 Project Evaluation and Resource Management (3)

Principles of project evaluation and policy analysis. Shadow pricing, economic cost of taxes and tariffs; public policy for exhaustible, renewable, and environmental resources. Pre: 301. (Cross-listed as ECON 458)

SUST 457 ‘Āina Mauliola: Hawaiian Ecosystems (3)

Comprehensive analysis of traditional Hawaiian and modern resource management practices. Rigorous overview of the dominant physical and biological processes from the uplands to the oceans in Hawai‘i. Pre: 217/HWST 207 or 317/HWST 307 or SUST/HWST 356. (Cross-listed as HWST 457)

SUST 456 Natural Resource Issues and Ethics (4)

Overview of the history of land, resources and power in Hawai‘i; players and processes influencing land and natural resources policies today explored from Native Hawaiian and other viewpoints. Extensive use of case studies. Pre: HWST 207/SUST 217 or HWST 307/ SUST 317 or HWST/SUST 356 (Cross-listed as HWST 458 and NREM 458

SUST 455 Hawaiian Sovereignty in Pacific Context (3)

Causes and dynamics of ethnic conflicts with attention to problem resolution; (B) Middle East; (C) Hawaiian sovereignty in Pacific context. Pre: one DS or DH course, or consent for (C). (Cross-listed as ES 455C)

SUST 451 Wildlife Ecology and Management (3)

Lecture-based overview of the history, ecology, and management of wildlife species from around the world and Hawai‘i. Pre: BIOL 172 (with a minimum grade of C-) or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as NREM 450)

SUST 450 Natural History of Hawaiian Islands (3)

(2 Lec, 1 1-hr Lab) Geography, geology, climatology, biotic environment of Pacific Basin and Hawaiian Islands; endemism and evolution in terrestrial and marine biota. Pre: one semester of biological sciences at college level. (Cross-listed as BIOL 454) 

SUST 449 Climate Modeling, Data Analysis and Applications (3)

Introduction to regional and global climate modeling for environmental scientists and engineers. Learn principles of climate modeling, how to access and use climate data for sustainable engineering and environmental management solutions, and effectively communicate results. A-F only. Senior standing or higher, or consent. (Cross-listed as ATMO 449 and CEE 449)

SUST 446 Hawaiian Ethnobotany (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Methods and techniques of handling and identifying plant materials used by early Hawaiians and modern Hawaiians for house and canoe construction, clothing, household and fishing items, medicine, and food preparation. Reading, laboratory, and fieldwork. Pre: BOT 440 or consent. (Cross-listed as BOT 446)

SUST 445 Ethnoecology and Conservation (3)

Ecological implications of cultural uses of plants. Examines the biological basis for, and ecological effects of traditional and local resource management systems. Pre: BOT 305 or BIOL 265/265L or consent. (Cross-listed as BOT 444)

SUST 444 Infrastructure: Project Impacts, Policy and Sustainability (3)

Evaluation of infrastructure impacts. Impacts regulation and mitigation. Effects of environmental and other policies on infrastructure. Infrastructure relations to sustainability. Energy consumption, transportation efficiency and infrastructure recycling. Lectures and presentations by experts and enrolled students. Senior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: senior standing, open to engineering, science, urban planning, and economics majors. (Cross-listed as CEE 444)

SUST 441 Principles of Sustainability Analysis (3)

Key principles of sustainability and its analysis. Quantification of environmental impact/assessment using target plots, mass/energy balances, and life cycle analyses (cradle to gate/grave) applied to products, processes, or systems. Use of SimaPro. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as CEE 441 and OCN 441)

SUST 440 Vulnerability & Adaptation on Coastal Infrastructure (3)

Assessing vulnerability of coastal communities to climate change stressors and providing technical engineering solutions for adaptation. Senior standing or higher. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as CEE 440)

SUST 436 Use, Re-use, and Radical Re-use (3)

Explores the related concepts of use, re-use, and radical re-use through an exploration of new applications of traditional fiber techniques and contexts of making. Engages writing as a significant tool for art-making and analysis. A-F only. Pre: ART 116 or consent. (Cross-listed as ART 436)

SUST 433 Interdisciplinary Science Curriculum (3)

Conceptual schemes and processes for integrating science curricula within the sciences and with subject areas. Methods and models of curricular integration such as interdisciplinary, culturally relevant, place and community-based learning. Repeatable one time. (Cross-listed as EDCS 433)

SUST 426 Environment, Resources and Society (3)

Human interaction with the environment. How market, property institution, and technological change affect the environment. Epistemological basis of environmental policies. Debates on controversial environmental issues. Pre: 102, 151, or consent. (Cross-listed as GEO 426)

SUST 425 Environmental Geochemistry (3)

Theory and applications of contaminant/pollutant distribution in the hydrosphere-geosphere-biosphere-atmosphere system, remediation methods, prevention, industrial/agricultural best practices. Topics include aqueous geochemistry, organic, inorganic, gas phase, and ecosystem impacts of environmental contaminants. Pre: CHEM 161 and CHEM 162, or consent. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as ERTH 425)

SUST 423 Agriculture, Food and Society (3)

Examines historical and contemporary development of the global agro-food systems. The impacts of technological, political and economic changes to food security, environment and development. Open to nonmajors. Pre: junior standing or higher, or consent. (Cross-listed as GEO 422)

SUST 422 Biocontrol of Invasive Species (3)

Biological control of invasive insects and weeds using natural enemies; biological control as a cornerstone of sustainable pest management; contributions of biocontrol to economic, environmental, and societal sustainability; reduced dependence on pesticides; increased sustainability of pest management. Pre: PEPS 363 or consent. (Cross-listed as PEPS 422)

SUST 421 Sustainable Tourism Policies and Practices (3)

Seminar examining the social, environmental, economic factors of sustainable tourism development. Emphasis on methods and processes and the role of stakeholders (government, industry, host community, tourists). Group projects. A-F only. Pre: 101 and departmental approval. (Cross-listed as TIM 420)

SUST 420 Community and Natural Resource Management (3)

Theory and tools for working with groups and communities in the management of natural resources is presented using a participatory format. Topics include sustainable development, extension programming, participatory learning and communication, evaluation, and conflict management. Pre: two social science courses (with a minimum grade of C-) or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as NREM 420)

SUST 415 Nature-Based Tourism Management (3)

Principles of nature-based tourism, including a survey of impacts, objectives, planning, and management systems. Junior standing or higher. Pre: TIM 101 or GEOG/TIM 324. (Cross-listed as GEO 415 and TIM 415)

SUST 413 Past Global Change and the Human Era (3)

Study of past environments to understand present and future global change. Focus on terrestrial Quaternary environments and global processes. Pre: junior standing or higher, or consent. (Cross-listed as GEO 411)

SUST 412 The Ocean Economy (3)

Examination of society’s interaction with the ocean. Topics include: ocean recreation, shipping, boat building, ports, offshore energy production, aquaculture, fishing, coastal construction, and coral reef protection. Pre: 120 or 130, or consent. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as ECON 409)

SUST 411 Methods in Wildlife Management & Conservation (4)

Introduces fundamental techniques for wildlife management and conservation. In addition to hands-on training, students will learn underlying biological and ecological principles, as well as quantitative skills, with an emphasis on sustainable management. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: BIOL 171. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as NREM 410)

SUST 410 Sustainable Soil and Plant Health Management (2)

Provides knowledge and understanding of soils, agroecology, and sustainable approaches for plant health management, and prepares students for applied research in various tropical cropping systems. A-F only. (Alt. years: spring) (Cross-listed as PEPS 410 and TPSS 410)

SUST 387 Politics of the Ocean (3)

Study of the ocean as a political place. Engagement with theories, policies, and lived-experiences of the ocean through a political lens, including literature and experiential learning. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: any 100 or 200-level POLS course, or consent. (Cross-listed as POLS 387)

SUST 380 Environmental Law and Politics (3)

Focuses on theories, laws, policies, ethics, and sustainable futures of Hawai‘i and the U.S. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: any 100 or 200 level POLS course, or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as POLS 380)

SUST 371 Genetics: Theory to Application (3)

Fundamentals of genetic theory using traditional breeding and biotechnological procedures in insect and plant pathogen management for sustainable agricultural production. Repeatable one time. A-F only. (Cross-listed as PEPS 371 and TPSS 371)

SUST 367 Sustainability, Technoscience, and Social Justice (3)

Examines politics of sustainability and technoscience with an explicit attention to social justice and power relations in society. A-F only. Pre: WS 151 or any 200- or 300-level WS course, or SOC 100 or any 200-level SOC course, or consent. (Fall only) (Crosslisted as SOC 367 and WS 367)

SUST 358 Basic Environmental Benefit Cost Analysis (3)

Fundamentals of benefit-cost analysis with extensions to environmental impacts and projects; case studies. Pre: 220/NREM 220 or ECON 130 or consent. (Cross-listed as NREM 358)

SUST 356 Aloha Kanaloa-Marine Resources and Abundance (3)

Undergraduate course exposing students to the resources and processes of the ocean, research, and management approaches, as well as a Hawaiian worldview of oceanic elements. Junior standing or higher. Pre: HWST 107. (Cross-listed as HWST 356)

SUST 351 Economic Change and Hawai‘i’s People (3)

Hawai‘i’s economic transformation from sustainable communal subsistence through mercantile capitalism, plantation capitalism, and global finance capital and impact on its people. Alternative sustainable enterprises for a self-sufficient island economy. Pre: one DS or DH course. (Cross-listed as ES 350)

SUST 350 Sustainable Development (3)

Transdisciplinary introduction to sustainable development. Interactions between environment, economy, and public policy, especially in Hawai‘i. Topics include: curse of paradise, global warming, energy use, health, poverty, population, water resources, traffic congestion, biodiversity, pollution controls. Pre: 120 or 130 or 131, or consent. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as ECON 350)

SUST 341 Land Tenure and Use in Hawai‘i (3)

Dynamics of change: indigenous Hawaiian land tenure; Great Mahele and Kuleana Act; ethnic succession of land ownership; concentration of ownership today; effects of land development on ethnic communities. Pre: one DS or DH course. (Cross-listed as ES 340)

SUST 340 Human Values and the Environment (3)

Examination of nature-culture dynamic over a range of contexts–literary ecology, systems ecology, political ecology, eco-feminism, environmental ethics–in order to articulate new possibilities for interdisciplinary understanding of the human place in nature. A-F only. Pre: any ENG DL or PHIL or GEO course, or consent. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as IS 340)

SUST 336 Energy Economics and Policy (3)

Analysis of economic and policy aspects of energy use, and interactions of markets for various nonrenewable and renewable energy options. Evaluations of policies to develop alternative energy sources. Pre: ECON 120 or ECON 130 or ECON 131. (Cross-listed as ECON 336)

SUST 333 Climate Change and Cultural Response: Past, Present, and Future (3)

Climate change is a reality, yet there is much uncertainty about how it will affect our lives. Investigates cultural response to climate change, using studies of the past to plan for the future. (Alt. years: spring) (Cross-listed as ANTH 333)

SUST 332 Economics of Global Climate Change (3)

Nature and causes of global climate change and economic solutions. Topics include valuing climate change impacts, energy solutions, environmental implications, societal adaptation, and international cooperation. A-F only. Pre: 120 or 130 or 131, or consent. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as ECON 332)

SUST 330 Culture and Environment (3)

Critically examines changing views of nature, nature-culture relationships, and perceptions of the environment across different cultures. (Cross-listed as GEO 330)

SUST 326 Geography, Environment, and Society (3)

Examines the geography of resources and environmental change with a holistic and multi-scale perspective. Social approaches to resolving environmental problems. Sophomore standing or higher. (Cross-listed as GEO 325)

SUST 325 Communicating Sustainability (3)

Application of scientific communication theory, strategic communication, and multimedia techniques to select issues of environmental sustainability. COM majors only. A-F only. Pre: COM 201 (with a minimum grade of B) or consent. (Cross-listed as COM 325)

SUST 324 Global Environmental Politics (3)

Evolution of international politics, law and decision-making on a variety of environmental concerns; from endangered species to pollution to climate change. Interaction of population, development, and environment in global governance. (Cross-listed as POLS 324)

SUST 323 Applied Principles of Environmental & Energy Policy (3)

Introduction to the methods and techniques of environmental and energy policy in relation to energy systems. Analysis of enacted policies from case studies to understanding the effectiveness, challenges, contradictions, and limitations of each. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: any 100 or 200 level OCN course, or consent. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as OCN 321 and PPC 340)

SUST 322 Globalization and Environment (3)

Debates on globalization and development, population and resources; root causes of environmental degradation; impacts of globalization on environmentalism and environmental change; social approaches to managing environmental change. Junior standing or higher. (Cross-listed as GEO 322)

SUST 321 Hawai‘i and the Pacific (3)

Hawai‘i as part of the Pacific community: selected historical and contemporary problems of Pacific areas; cultural and economic imperialism, land alienation, and the impact of development on Pacific peoples. Pre: one DS or DH course. (Cross-listed as ES 320)

SUST 320 Environment and Agriculture (3)

Overview of environmental issues related to agriculture, specifically pest management issues, and options for environmentally responsible management and amelioration of these impacts. Ethical issues on impact of agriculture on the environment will be discussed. (Cross-listed as PEPS 310)

SUST 318 Race, Indigeneity, and Environmental Justice (3)

Introduction to environmental justice, explores the premise that all people have a right to a life-affirming environment. Will examine environmental racism, and the geographical dimensions of race and indigeneity. Pre: one DS or DH course, or consent. (Cross-listed as ES 308)

SUST 317 Malama ‘Āina Resource Management Visual Technologies (3)

Requires a broad set of knowledge systems. Will introduce students to a variety of visual technologies for use in resource management and the ethical application of these technologies. Pre: 107. (Cross-listed as HWST 307)

SUST 316 Environmental Ethics (3)

Application of traditional moral theories to environmental issues. Development and evaluation of specific environmental ethical theories. Application of ethical theories to environmental decision-making. A-F only. Pre: 210 or GEO 101 or PHIL 101 or PHIL 103. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as NREM 306)

SUST 315 Water and Society (3)

Interaction of people with water at household, community, regional, national, and international scales, from cultural, political, economic, and biophysical perspectives. Pre: sophomore standing or higher, or consent. (Cross-listed as GEO 305)

SUST 314 Global Environmental Issues (3)

Use and abuse of natural resources and humanity’s progress toward developing a sustainable relationship with its supporting environment. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as GEO 302)

SUST 313L Plant Conservation Biology Lab (1)

Introduction to approaches, methods, and analyses used in the study and practice of plant conservation, with an emphasis on experimental design and problem-solving. Includes both laboratory and field components. A-F only. Pre: BOT/BIOL 305 or consent. Co-requisite: BOT 301. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as BOT 301L)

SUST 313 Plant Conservation Biology (3)

Introduction to the concepts and principles of plant conservation biology and to plant conservation-inpractice in Hawai‘i and elsewhere. A-F only. Pre: BOT/ BIOL 305 or consent. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as BOT 301)

SUST 312 Natural Resource and Environmental Policy (3)

Introduction to natural resource and environmental public policy at U.S. federal, Hawai‘i
state, local, and international levels. Policy principles, legal structure, governmental agencies, statutes and programs, analytical techniques, program assessments, and contemporary ethical issues. A-F only. Pre: SUST/ NREM/PEPS 210 or or NREM/SOCS/TPSS 251 or (BIOL 101 or higher) or GEO 101 or (ERTH 101 or higher); and NREM/SUST 220 or one ECON course or two DS courses. (Cross-listed as NREM 302)

SUST 310 Conservation Ethics (1)

Introduction to and discussion of ethical issues associated with biodiversity, ecology, and conservation biology. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: any DB course or consent. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as BOT 300)

SUST 311 Natural Resources Management (3)

Biological and physical science aspects of natural resource management at local, national, and global scales. Topics covered include resource management of soil, water, forests, wetlands, coasts and wildlife. A-F only. Pre: (NREM/TPSS 251 or 210; CHEM 151 or higher; and BIOL 172) with a minimum grade of C-; or consent. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as NREM 301)

SUST 250 Introduction to Sustainability from Social Science Perspectives (3)

Introduction to key concepts and theories in social sciences in relation to sustainability issues. (Cross-listed as SOC 230 and TAHR 250)

SUST 222 Hawaiians (3)

The sustainable social system, culture, spirituality, language, land stewardship, and governance of Native Hawaiians. Transformation of the sustainable Hawaiian social system by a capitalist economy. Resiliency, land issues, and Native Hawaiian quest for sovereign governance. (Cross-listed as ES 221)

SUST 221 Organic Food Crop Production (2)

Combined lecture/lab on the theory and practice of certified organic food production. Field visits to organic farms/markets included. Open to nonmajors. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as TPSS 220)

SUST 220 Agricultural and Resource Economics (3)

Introduction to basic economics concepts, including demand, supply, exchange, market price and market failure. Economic evaluation and policy for the uses of various natural resource endowments, especially in production agriculture, is included. A-F only. (Cross-listed as NREM 220)

SUST 217 Hawaiian Perspectives in Ahupua‘a (3)

Examination of the ahupua‘a system as it was conceptualized by the ancient Hawaiians, and exploration of its relevance in modern society; an introductory class to the malama ‘aina track designed to build critical writing skills. A-F only. Pre: 107. (Cross-listed as HWST 207)

SUST 211 Agriculture, Environment, and Society (3)

Relationship of plants, soils, and the environment, and how they relate to cultural practices and society in agroecosystems with an emphasis on Hawai‘i as a model system. (Cross-listed as TPSS 200)

SUST 210 Introduction to Environmental Science (3)

Analysis of our environment with emphasis on understanding relationships and interactions of physical, biological, technological, and political components using scientific methods of inquiry. Food supply and safety, water quality, pollution control, biodiversity, environmental policy. Open to nonmajors. (Cross-listed as NREM 210 and PEPS 210)

SUST 156 Sustainable Food and Energy Field Course (V)

Examines the nexus of food, energy, and water in Hawai‘i for sustainable development. Repeatable two times, up to nine credits. (Cross-listed as TPSS 156)

SUST 120 Chemistry in a Sustainable World (3)

Introduction to chemistry for non-science majors. Discussion of the role of natural and man-made chemicals in everyday life, with an emphasis on sustainable and environmentally-sensitive use of chemicals to improve our world. A-F only. Students who successfully completed CHEM 100 with a grade of C or better will not be allowed to enroll in 120/CHEM 110 without instructor override. Students who successfully complete 120/CHEM 110 with a grade of C or better will not be allowed to enroll in 100 without instructor override. (Cross-listed as CHEM 110)

SUST 116 Humans and the Environment (3)

Prepares students to make decisions such as where to build/buy a house, sustainable use of natural resources, and what environmental actions relevant to society and Earth’s ecosystem are appropriate on a local and global scale. A-F only. (Cross-listed as ERTH 106)

SUST 115 Sustainability in a Changing World (3)

Environmentally sustainable and non-sustainable practices, and the impacts of climate change, on the development and spread of human societies from pre-history to the 1500s in Asia, Africa, Europe, the Americas, and Hawai‘i/Oceania. Active learning environment. (Cross-listed as OCN 105)

SUST 114 Sustainable Cities (3)

How do we plan cities to meet long-term social, economic, and
environmental needs? Students will learn about sustainability as it relates to issues like energy, transportation, housing, land, water, and food. Emphasis on writing instruction. A-F only. (Cross-listed as PLAN 101)

SUST 113 Quantifying Global and Environmental Change (3)

Introductory mathematical approaches to quantifying key aspects of global and environmental change. Includes data analysis, graphical representation and modeling of population growth, greenhouse gas emissions and fate, sustainable resource utilization, and sea level change. A-F only. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as ERTH 102)

SUST 112 Introduction to the Environment, Climate Change, & Sustainability (3)

Introduction to the environment, climate change, and sustainability as they apply to ecosystems. Sustainability will be introduced through active learning exercises that address sustainable development and the three pillars of sustainability. Repeatable one time. A-F only. (Cross-listed as GES 102 and OCN 102)

SUST 111L Biology & Society Laboratory (1)

(1 3-hr Lab) Explores connections between biological principles and everyday life with a focus on the environment. Topics include environmental health and sustainability with examples from Hawai‘i. Not a BIOL major elective. (Cross-listed as BIOL 101L)

SURG 545 (Alpha) Electives in Surgery (V)

Advanced clinical experience in: (B) urology; (C) ophthalmology; (D) otolaryngology; (E) plastic surgery; (F) neurosurgery; (G) orthopaedics; (H) anesthesia; (I) surgical intensive care; (J)Sub-Igeneral surgery; (K) Sub-Ipediatric surgery; (M) diagnostic radiology; (N) radiation oncology; (O) EM Sub-I; (P) extramural elec in surg; (Q) Sub-Icardiovascular; (R) surgical research; (S) surgical anatomy; (T) preceptorship in Asia; (U) biomedical technology design; (X) transplant surgery; (Y) bedside ultrasounds; (Z) laparoscopic skills. Repeatable one time for all except (U), (X), (Y), and (Z); repeatable two times for (U) and (X). Medical students only for (U), (X), (Y), and (Z). CR/NC only. Pre: 532 for all except (M), (U), and (Y); and consent for (R) and (S); admission into JABSOM for (U) and (Y).

SURG 541 Emergency Medical Care (6)

Clinical experiences in management of medical, surgical, and psychiatric problems requiring urgent care. Pre: 532 and fourth-year standing.

SURG 532 Surgery Longitudinal Clerkship (5)

A clinically based, year-long, introductory in general surgery and selected subspecialties. Outpatient-conducted one day per week for six months in a community-based, ambulatory care facility. Inpatient-conducted for four weeks in an acute-care hospital facility. Repeatable one time.

SPED 760 Grant Development/Procurement (3)

Overview of grant development and procurement processes related to special education personnel preparation and research and demonstration programs. Students design a grant proposal related to a particular problem or need within their employment settings. Pre: consent.

SPED 745 Special Topics in Exceptionalities (3)

Critical examination and discussion of historical or current topic in early intervention, special education, and/or developmental disabilities. Repeatable two times. A-F only. (Once a year)

SPED 740 Single-Case Experimental Design (3)

Advanced single-case experimental design; examines the logic of internal and external validity of small “N” design and its functionalist foundations. Pre: consent.

SPED 710 Professional Seminar in Exceptionalities (1)

Professional norms, duties, and expectations of leaders in exceptionalities; transitioning from practitioner to researcher and leadership roles; familiarity with current research and trends in the field of exceptionalities. Repeatable five times. PhD in EDUC majors only. Graduate students only. A-F only.

SPED 706 Doctoral Internship (6)

Supervised internship (minimum 18 hours per week) in program development and administration or research in the student’s area of emphasis. EDUC majors only. A-F only. Pre: consent.

SPED 705 Seminar in Exceptionalities (3)

Current and historical topics, issues, and trends in the field of exceptionalities. Repeatable with different content. Pre: consent.

SPED 700 Thesis Research (V)

Research for master’s thesis. Repeatable unlimited times.

SPED 699 Directed Reading/Research (V)

Individual reading/research. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent of instructor and department chair.

SPED 695 Plan B Master’s Project (3)

Independent study for students working on a Plan B master’s project. Repeatable two times. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing in Special Education.

SPED 688 Research Practicum in Special Education (3)

Directed research experience to demonstrate mastery of research skills and techniques through developing and writing research proposals. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 642 or consent, or departmental approval. (Once a year)

SPED 678 Applied Behavior Analysis Fieldwork (V)

Field experience in applied behavior analysis supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The format is a combination of fieldwork and seminar meetings. Repeatable nine times, up to 20 credits. A-F only.

SPED 673 Ethics and Professional Conduct (3)

Focuses on content on the Behavior Analysis Certification Board’s code for ethical conduct as well as advanced concepts, principles, and processes of applied behavior analysis. A-F only.

SPED 671 Advanced Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) (3)

Focuses on the definitions and characteristics of applied behavior analysis and the concepts, principles, and processes. Concepts related to ethics and behavior change procedures will also be introduced. A-F only. Pre: 603.

SPED 652 Transition/Supported Employment (3)

Transition planning for youth with disabilities in preparation for employment as adults in private and public sector businesses. A-F only. Pre: consent.

SPED 650 Seminar on Universal Design for Learning (3)

Seminar on issues of research and practice on the application of universal design for learning in K-12 and higher education settings. Focus on culturally and linguistically diverse students diversity, non-traditional students and students with disabilities. Repeatable one time. A-F only.

SPED 645 Seminar in Early Childhood Special Education (3)

Study of issues/trends. Research and program development in early childhood special education. Repeatable one time. Pre: (631 and 635) with a minimum grade of B- or better, or consent.

SPED 644 Seminar on Severe/Multiple Disabilities (3)

Research, program development trends/issues in the area of severe/multiple disabilities (birth through adulthood). College of Education majors only. Pre: consent.

SPED 642 Seminar on Applied Research/Special Education (3)

Study and development of applied research topics in special education. Repeatable two times. Pre: consent.

SPED 641 (Alpha) Seminar in Issues in Special Education (3)

Seminar on issues, trends, research, and program development in the field of special education. (B) current issues and trends; (C) technology; (D) foundations; (E) developmental disabilities; (F) cultural and linguistic diversity; (G) evidence-based practices; (H) single case research. Repeatable one time per alpha, repeatable two times for (H). A-F only. Pre: 603 for (H).

SPED 640 Seminar on Mild/Moderate Disabilities (3)

Study of issues, research, program development in the area of mild/moderate disabilities. Repeatable two times. Pre: consent.

SPED 639 Advanced Fundamentals of Language and Literacy (3)

Advanced linguistic structures of written English related to reading, spelling, and writing for older students. Covers diagnostic assessment, planning, instruction, and progress monitoring for students with Dyslexia or related reading difficulties. Repeatable one time. A-F only.

SPED 638 Fundamentals of Language and Literacy (3)

Introduction of basic linguistic structures of written English related to reading, spelling, and writing for beginning or struggling readers. Covers evidence-based practices for teaching literacy to students with Dyslexia and related reading difficulties. Repeatable one time. A-F only.

SPED 637 Topics and Issues in Reading Difficulties (3)

Introduction of foundational knowledge of language and literacy development. Current topics and issues related to literacy development in students with Dyslexia and related reading difficulties. Repeatable one time. A-F only.

SPED 635 Procedures for Early Childhood Special Education (3)

Assessment and intervention strategies to promote behavior change with young children with disabilities. Promoting child skill gains and integrated programming options. A-F only. Pre: consent.

SPED 634 Inclusive Physical Activity (3)

Advanced knowledge on issues of socio-cultural, learning styles, diversity, and exceptionalities, and how these influence instruction, engagement, and behavior in physical activity settings across the lifespan. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as KRS 634)

SPED 633 Motor Development/Intervention for Students with Severe Disabilities (3)

Normal/ abnormal motor development; description/etiology of physically disabling conditions influencing motor development; analysis/application of assessment/intervention strategies to promote motor development; positioning and handling skills. Pre: 614 (or concurrent) or consent.

SPED 632 Language/Communication Intervention-Communication Disorders/Autism (3)

Current research in normal language learning, assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation of language delayed/disordered children, including children with autism. Procedures for attaining language/functional communication objectives using ongoing routines/activities. Pre: consent.

SPED 631 Early Intervention for Special Populations (3)

Issues important to early childhood special education. Early screening and assessment, working with families, curriculum options/models, program evaluation. Pre: consent.

SPED 630 Positive Behavioral Support-Severe Disabilities and Autism (3)

Principles and laws governing human behavior and positive methods for eliminating significant behavior problems for students with severe disabilities and autism. Emphasis on the functions of behavior, experimental techniques for documenting behavior change, and the use of technologies for improving behavior in school and community settings. A-F only. Pre: consent.

SPED 629 Clinical Practice Special Projects (V)

Development and implementation of a field-based research professional development project under the direction of the student’s advisor; limited to students enrolled in the interdisciplinary program. Repeatable up to 9 credits. A-F only. Pre: advisor’s approval.

SPED 628 Internship (V)

Supervised education/ community experiences with special needs populations, preschool through postsecondary settings. A-F only. Repeatable two times, up to six credits.

SPED 627 Advanced Practicum (6)

Supervised education/community experiences; minimum of 20 hours weekly with special-needs population (MR, LD, SED, SMH); pre-school through postsecondary settings (public/private). Related seminar or equivalent and completion of SPED core required. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

SPED 626 Field Experiences in Special Education (3)

Students spend a minimum of nine hours per week in settings appropriate to concurrently enrolled courses; supervision provided by participating teacher and college supervisor. Repeatable three times. A-F only. Pre: consent.

SPED 625 Teaching Skills for Social Competence (3)

Issues in social development, self-determination, and social skills competence training for children and youth with disabilities; experience in group social skills training and development of individualized programs. Pre: either 485 or 630, and either 611 or 614; or consent.

SPED 622 Children’s Literature for Deaf Students (3)

Introduction to English literature translated into American Sign Language (ASL) including discussion of ASL literature genres, the importance of translation, selection of literature; story reading, book reading, and retelling. Taught in ASL. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 609 or consent. (Alt. years)

SPED 621 Language Arts Strategies: Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities (3)

Basic concepts related to language, language development, and recognition of language-related learning problems of students with mild/moderate disabilities; strategies for teaching language arts curricula (listening, speaking, reading, writing) to students of all ages with learning problems. A-F only. Pre: 304 or consent.

SPED 620 Strategies Across Content Area (3)

Strategies for teaching math, science, and social sciences to students of all ages with mild/moderate disabilities; selection of appropriate materials, teaching techniques, curriculum development. Pre: 611 or consent.

SPED 618 Adaptations and Special ProceduresStudents/Severe Disabilities/Autism (3)

Adaptations and special intervention procedures to support the participation of individuals with severe motor, communication, and/or adaptive behavior disabilities in inclusive school and community settings. Includes lab work. SPED majors only. A-F only. Pre: consent.

SPED 617 Transition Strategies for Deaf Students (1)

Collaborative model for facilitating the transition of deaf and hard-of-hearing students to develop appropriate transition plans and effective plans of study. Taught in ASL and English. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 606, 607 and 608; or consent. (Alt. years)

SPED 616 Collaboration–Working with Deaf Students in Inclusive Settings (3)

Collaboration skills for working with general education teachers, specialists, paraprofessionals, families and community members to support the success of deaf students in inclusive settings. Taught in ASL and English. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 606, 607 and 608; or consent. (Alt. years)

SPED 615 Family-Centered Approaches in Deaf Education (1)

Prepare teachers to deliver family-centered home-based services to families of deaf children using the SKI-HI model. Course will be taught in ASL and English. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 606, 607 and 608; or consent. (Alt. years)

SPED 614 Assessment and Instruction—Severe Disabilities and Autism (3)

Basic principles of assessment, instruction, and curriculum development; application of formal and informal assessment procedures for goal selection, formulating instructional plans, and adapting instructional materials to accommodate learning needs of students with severe disabilities and autism. Pre: consent.

SPED 613 Advanced Assessment and Curriculum Development (3)

Assessment methods and techniques that emphasize the bond between curriculum-based assessment and curriculum-based programming. Planning and cyclical instruction across content areas based on ongoing diagnostic assessment. SPED majors only. A-F only. Pre: 461 or consent.

SPED 611 Methods and Strategies for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities (3)

Techniques for providing effective instruction including: best instructional practice, lesson planning, teacher-directed and student-mediated instructional strategies, and curricular approaches for working with students with mild/moderate disabilities. A-F only. Pre: 304 or consent.

SPED 610 Advanced Assessment and Curriculum Development–Deaf (3)

Assessment methods and techniques used with deaf students that emphasize the bond between curriculum-based assessment and curriculum-based programming through planning and providing cyclical instruction across content areas based on ongoing diagnostic assessment. Taught in ASL and English. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 609 or consent. (Alt. years)

SPED 609 Seminar in Bilingual Deaf Education (3)

Study of issues, trends and methods in ASL/ English bilingual education for deaf students. Taught in ASL and English. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 606, 607 and 608; or consent. (Alt. years)

SPED 608 Literacy Development for Deaf Students (6)

Basic concepts related to language, language development and recognition of language-related learning problems of deaf students; strategies for teaching reading and writing to deaf students. Repeatable one times. A-F only. Pre: 461 and 606, or consent. (Alt. years)

SPED 607 Audiology and Spoken English for Deaf Students (3)

Developmental principles of audiology and speech (i.e., spoken English) will be used to examine assessment procedures and intervention strategies appropriate to deaf students in a variety of educational placements. Classroom applications will be presented. Taught in ASL and English. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: admission into Deaf Education program or consent. (Alt. years)

SPED 606 Language Development for Deaf Children (3)

General theories of first and second language development applied to development of ASL and English in deaf children. Relationship of theory to educational practice. Taught in ASL and English. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: admission into Deaf Education program or consent. (Alt. years)

SPED 605 Collaboration in School and Community Settings (3)

Collaboration skills necessary to function as team members and to ensure the success of students with disabilities in inclusive school and community settings. A-F only. Pre: consent.

SPED 603 Principles of Behavior (3)

Principles and laws governing behavior and methods that can be used to accomplish educationally relevant changes in student performance. Emphasis on the conceptual basis for changing behavior and use of technologies for changing behavior in school and community settings. A-F only. Pre: consent.

SPED 602 Special Education Law and Compliance (3)

Examination of the federal, state, and local government roles in special education with special emphasis on case and regulatory law. Focus on understanding special education law necessary in providing services to students with disabilities in a variety of placements. Appropriate for special/general education teachers, administrators, or related service providers. Pre: consent.

SPED 601 Instructional/Assistive Technology and Universal Design for Learning (3)

Strategies for using instructional and assistive technology, digital tools and media, and Universal Design for Learning to support learning needs of students with disabilities and other diverse learners in the K-12 classroom. Pre: one of 480, LTEC 414, or LTEC 442.

SPED 600 Foundations of Exceptionality (3)

Theoretical, legal and multicultural foundations for assessing, teaching and developing individual service plans across the lifespan for persons with disabilities. A-F only. Pre: consent.

SPED 590 Internship, Special Education (6)

Supervised field activities involving the programming and instruction of special-needs students within training programs in Hawai‘i and the Pacific Basin. Pre: consent.

SPED 583 (Alpha) Practicum in Special Education (3)

For in-service school/community personnel to present new ideas, approaches, instructional methods, materials for teaching exceptional individuals. (B–E) general SPED; (F–G) secondary programming/ SPED; (H–I) bilingual/multicultural/special needs; (J–K) severe disabilities; (M–N) early childhood/ special needs; (O–P) career/vocational/special needs; (Q–R) computer/special needs; (S–T) arts/special needs; (U–W) computer training/special needs; (X–Y) consultant skills/special needs; (Z) Ho‘okoho. Repeatable eight times. CR/NC only. Pre: teaching or related work experience.

SPED 582 (Alpha) Practicum in Special Education (2)

For in-service school/community personnel to present new ideas, approaches, instructional methods, materials for teaching exceptional individuals. (B–E) general SPED; (F–G) secondary programming/SPED; (H–I) bilingual/multicultural/special needs; (J–K) needs; (Q–R) computer/special needs; (S–T) arts/ special needs; (U–W) computer training/special needs; (X–Y) consultant skills/special needs; (Z) Ho‘okoho. Repeatable nine times. CR/NC only. Pre: teaching or related work experience.

SPED 581 (Alpha) Practicum in Special Education (1)

For in-service school/community personnel to present new ideas, approaches, instructional methods, materials for teaching exceptional individuals. (B–E) general SPED; (F–G) secondary programming/ SPED; (H–I) bilingual/multicultural/special needs; (J–K) severe disabilities; (M–N) early childhood/ special needs; (O–P) career/vocational/special needs; (Q–R) computer/special needs; (S–T) arts/special needs; (U–W) computer training/special needs; (X–Y) consultant skills/special needs; (Z) Ho‘okoho. Repeatable nine times. CR/NC only. Pre: teaching or related work experience.

SPED 528 Internship in Special Education-Post Baccalaureate Programs (V)

Supervised teaching experience in PreK-12 educational settings appropriate to SPED-Pcert program emphasis (mild/moderate or severe/autism); supervision provided by master teacher/university mentor, and university supervisor. Must enroll for two consecutive semesters. Repeatable two times, up to 14 credits. A-F only.

SPED 527 Student Teaching in Special EducationPost Baccalaureate Programs (6)

Supervised student teaching with a master teacher in PreK-12 educational settings appropriate to SPED-Pcert emphasis (mildmoderate, severe/autism); minimum 280 hours in minimum 11 weeks. Supervision by master teacher and university supervisor. Repeatable one time. A-F only.

SPED 526 Field Experience in Special Education-Post Baccalaureate (V)

Students spend between 100-135 hours over a semester in settings appropriate to SPED-PCert program emphasis (mild/moderate or severe/autism); supervision provided by participating teacher and/or college supervisor. Repeatable one time, up to 6 credits. Post-Baccalaureate in Special Education only. A-F only. Pre: 304 or 412.

SPED 501 Post-Baccalaureate in Special Education Program Seminar (1)

Mandatory program seminar for Post-Baccalaureate in Special Education (PBSPED) teacher candidates; access to tools and skills necessary for distance education program success; Introduction to the Special Education teaching profession. Post-Bac in SPED majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: consent.

SPED 499 Directed Reading/Research (V)

Individual reading, research, and/or projects under direct supervision of instructors. Repeatable nine times. Pre: consent of instructor or department chair.

SPED 487 Characteristics/Strategies for Teaching At-Risk Students (3)

Survey of educational, behavioral, and emotional characteristics of students who are at-risk for school failure and strategies to work with such students. A-F only.

SPED 486 Theoretical Basis for Teaching Special-Needs Students (3)

Survey of biophysical, behavioral, social/ecological, psychodynamic/ psychoeducational, cognitive/developmental, counter-theoretical approaches to teaching exceptional students. Opportunity for the development and/ or strengthening of one’s own theoretical frame of reference.

SPED 485 (Alpha) Classroom Organization and Management (3)

Knowledge and skills related to basic organizational management of an inclusive classroom, including scheduling, grouping, and stress and time management; techniques of applied behavior management, emphasizing behavior change and practical implementation of learning principles. (B) elementary/special education, V credits; (C) early childhood education/special education; (D) unclassified. Repeatable up to six credits for (B). A-F only.

SPED 480 (Alpha) Instructional and Assistive Technology (V)

Addresses instructional and assistive technologies for special education and general education settings; technology-based instructional strategies that support inclusion and address academic and behavioral objectives; and application of Universal Design for Learning to support access to the general curriculum for diverse students in the PreK-12 classroom setting. (B) elementary/special education; (C) early childhood education/special education; (D) unclassified. Repeatable one time per alpha; repeatable up to six credits for (B). A-F only.

SPED 478 Assistant-Level Applied Behavior Analysis Fieldwork (V)

Field experience in applied behavior analysis at the assistant level supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The format is a combination of fieldwork and seminar meetings. Repeatable nine times, up to 20 credits. A-F only.

SPED 462 (Alpha) Assessment, Planning, and Instruction for Students with Severe Disabilities/ Autism (3)

Techniques in the assessment, planning, and instructional process appropriate for students with severe disabilities/autism. Focus on program development to facilitate the inclusion of students with disabilities into general education settings. (B) elementary/special education; (C) early childhood education/special education, emphasis on writing instruction in teaching special education; (D) unclassified. A-F only.

SPED 461 (Alpha) Assessment, Planning, and Instruction for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities (3)

Techniques in the assessment, planning, and instructional process appropriate for students with mild/moderate disabilities. Stress on program development to facilitate inclusion of students with
disabilities into general education environment. (B) elementary/special education; (C) early childhood elementary/special education; (D) unclassified; (E) secondary. BEd in SPED majors only for (E). A-F only. (Spring only for (E))

SPED 452 Preschool Children–Special Needs (3)

Examination of application of current research and practices for serving preschool children with special needs. Pre: HDFS 230 (or concurrent), or consent.

SPED 451 Programs for Infants/Toddlers (3)

Examination of current theory, research, issues, and models in programs for infants and toddlers including criteria for evaluation and planning. A-F only. Pre: HDFS 230 (or concurrent) and HDFS 331 (or concurrent), or consent. (Cross-listed as EDCS 451)

SPED 446 Seminar in Special Education (3)

Study of issues, trends, and research into special education programming and service delivery. Repeatable two times. Pre: consent.

SPED 445 Educating Exceptional Students in Regular Classrooms–Secondary (3)

Teaching secondary students with disabilities and those who are gifted/talented. Meeting academic/social needs, classroom management, motivation, peer interaction. Collaboration between special and regular educators. Includes an emphasis on instruction in writing.

SPED 444 Educating Exceptional Students in Regular Classrooms–Elementary (3)

Teaching elementary students with disabilities and those who are gifted/talented. Meeting academic/social needs, classroom management, motivation, peer interaction, collaboration between special and regular educators. Includes an emphasis on instruction in writing.

SPED 443 Disability and Diversity in Physical Activity (4)

(3 Lec, 1 1-hr. Lab) Participants will explore issues related to individuals with exceptionalities, how these affect learning and behavior in the health and physical activity settings. Oral communication practice and skills are worth >30% grade. Required field experience. A-F only.

SPED 425 (Alpha) Partnerships with Families and Professionals (V)

Knowledge and skills for relating effectively with families and professionals on behalf of the children and youth with and without disabilities. Coverage of the context in which family members and school personnel interact. (B) elementary/special education; (C) early childhood education/special education; (D) unclassified. Repeatable one time per alpha. A-F only.

SPED 421 (Alpha) Strategies for Reading Difficulties (V)

Overview of methods, programs, and strategies for reading instruction designed to improve the performance of elementary students, grades K-6, who experience difficulties in reading acquisition, fluency, and comprehension. (B) elementary/special education; (C) early childhood education/special education; (D) unclassified. Repeatable one time per alpha. A-F only.

SPED 415 Education Program for the Gifted/ Talented (3)

Utilization and evaluation of teaching/ learning models for gifted/talented students, including consideration of roles, expectancies for learning, and organizational procedures.

SPED 414 Education of Gifted Students (3)

Characteristics and educational provisions for gifted children and youth with particular attention to psychological aspects of creativity

SPED 412 Individuals with Severe Disabilities/ Autism (3)

Etiology, characteristics, and development of individuals with severe disabilities and autism; historical, theoretical, and legal issues affecting individuals with severe disabilities and autism; multicultural, family, and consumer issues; professional and ethical issues in providing services. A-F only.

SPED 402 Writing for Educational Professionals (3)

Instruction on learning to write as professional educators. Strategies for developing and enhancing professional writing for the field of education. Peer and instructor feedback on writing throughout course. Technologies used to assist with writing. Repeatable one time. A-F only.

SPED 400 (Alpha) Field Training in Special Education (3)

Students participate in classroom settings appropriate to concurrently enrolled courses; supervision provided by department field supervisor; (B) first semester; (C) second semester, with ethical issues in education discussed and applied in field settings; (D) third semester, with emphasis on writing and oral communication for application in field settings. SPED majors only. Repeatable one time per alpha. A-F only. Pre: 304 (or concurrent) or consent for (B); 400B for (C); 400C for (D).

SPED 392 Student Teaching in Special Education Modified (V)

Modified student teaching for students from another institution completing student teaching at UH or for students who have prior extensive teaching experience. A-F only. Pre: requirements for registration listed under “Student Teaching,” approval of review committee and consent.

SPED 391 (Alpha) Seminar for Student Teachers in Special Education (V)

Seminar relating current educational theories with experiences. (B) elementary/ special education; (C) early childhood education/ special education; (D) unclassified. Repeatable one time per alpha. A-F only. Pre: requirements for registration listed under “student teaching.” Co-requisite: 390B for (B); 390C for (C); 390D for (D).

SPED 390 (Alpha) Student Teaching in Special Education (V)

Full-time supervised experience in school. (B) elementary/special education; (C) early childhood education/special education; (D) unclassified. Repeatable one per alpha. A-F only. Co-requisite: 391B for (B); 391C for (C); 391D for (D).

SPED 332 Young Children with Communication Needs (3)

Communication development of infants and young children, ages birth through age 8, with and without disabilities. Assessment and intervention to support the development of communication skills in inclusive community and school environments. A-F only.

SPED 315 Field Training – Blended ECE (4)

Students spend 15 hours per week in settings appropriate to concurrently enrolled classes; supervision provided by participating teacher and college supervisor. Repeatable two times. A-F only. (Cross-listed as STE 315)

SPED 304 Foundations of Inclusive Schooling (3)

Foundations of “special education” exploring philosophies, diverse and historical viewpoints, laws, and service delivery. Students reflect upon texts, films and interviews with persons with disabilities, their families and professionals to understand the culture of disability. A-F only.

SPED 201 Disability and Diversity in the Media (3)

Explores the changing disability experience as described in contemporary film, literature, advertising, news, sports and dialogue with persons with disabilities in the Pacific region and around the world. A-F only.

SPAN 699 Directed Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent of department chair.

SPAN 695 Seminar in Hispanic Literature (3)

A period, author, genre, or region. Repeatable unlimited times with consent. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

SPAN 683 Spanish-American Short Story and Essay (3)

Study of representative writers from various periods: Sor Juana, Palma, Quiroga, Reyes, Borges, etc. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

SPAN 682 Spanish-American Poetry (3)

Study of representative poets from all periods: Martí, Darió, Mistral, Guillén, Neruda, Paz, etc. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

SPAN 681 Colonial Spanish-American Literature (3)

Spanish-American literature from period of discovery to independence. Representative authors such as Sor Juana, Bernal Díaz del Castillo. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

SPAN 680 Spanish-American Novel (3)

Critical analysis of major Spanish-American novels. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

SPAN 670 (Alpha) 20th-Century Spanish Literature (3)

Representative works from 20th-century literature. Genres: poetry, theater, essay, novel. (B) generation of 1898; (C) pre-Civil War; (D) post-Civil War. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

SPAN 669 19th-Century Spanish Realism (3)

Nineteenth-century Spanish realism in the novel. Authors include Galdós, Clarin, Alarcón, Pardo Bazán, Blasco-Ibáñez, Valera. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

SPAN 665 (Alpha) Golden Age Literature (3)

Spanish literature from the 16th and 17th centuries. (B) theater; (C) prose; (D) poetry; (E) Cervantes. Pre: graduate standing.

SPAN 660 Medieval Spanish Literature (3)

Representative readings in prose and poetry, from origins through 15th century. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

SPAN 659 Topics in Spanish Applied Linguistics (3)

Supervised participation in online course at UNED University (Spain) relevant to student’s specialization for Second Language Studies or Spanish Applied Linguistics. Students also complete projects and meet with advisor to check progress. Repeatable two times for different topics. Graduate students only. Pre: Spanish Proficiency assessment: B- (CERFL) or Advanced low (ACTFL).

SPAN 658 Seminar in Spanish Applied Linguistics (3)

Repeatable unlimited times with consent. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

SPAN 499 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Independent study of approved readings and research with faculty supervision. A-F only. Repeatable two times. Pre: consent of instructor and departmental approval.

SPAN 496 Studies in Latin American and Iberian Film (3)

Intensive study of selected topics in Latin American and/or Iberian cinemas; e.g. national or regional cinemas, periods, movements or issues, major filmmakers, film theory and criticism. Repeatable two times. Pre: 320, 361, 371, or 396; or consent.

SPAN 495 (Alpha) Topics in Hispanic Scholarship (3)

Hispanic authors, periods, or themes. (B) literature and society; (D) literature and film. Repeatable for other topics, but not for the same topic. Pre: 320, 361, or 371; or consent.

SPAN 480 Hispanic Theater (3)

Study of representative authors and plays from Spain and Latin America. Repeatable one time. Pre: one of 361, 362, 371, or 372; or consent.

SPAN 478 Hispanic Women’s Literature (3)

Women’s literary and cultural expressions in Latin America and Spain. Pre: one of 320, 361, or 371; or consent.

SPAN 477 U.S. Latino Literature (3)

Study of the literature of U.S. Hispanics written in Spanish or
bilingually. Pre: 320, 361, or 371; or consent.

SPAN 460 Intensive Fourth-Level Spanish Abroad (V)

Intensive course of formal instruction on the fourth-year level in Spanish language and culture in a Spanish-speaking country. For semester programs only. Pre: 360 or equivalent.

SPAN 459 Fourth-Level Spanish Abroad (3)

Continuation of 458.

SPAN 458 Fourth-Level Spanish Abroad (3)

Intensive course of full-time formal instruction on the fourth-year level in Spanish linguistics, civilization, culture, and
literature in a Spanish-speaking country. Pre: any two of 301; 303, 358, 359, or 360.

SPAN 452 Introduction to Spanish Linguistics (3)

Analysis of morphology, syntax, and semantics. Pre: 330 or consent.

SPAN 451 Historical Spanish Linguistics (3)

Evolution of Spanish from Latin; modern social and geographical dialects. Pre: 330 or consent.

SPAN 405 Spanish-English Translation (3)

Factors in the art of translation. Practice in translating material from Spanish to English and the reverse. Pre: 305 or consent.

SPAN 403 Building Advanced Fluency (3)

Advanced practice; emphasis on building active vocabulary. Pre: 301 or consent.

SPAN 400 Spanish Language in Society (3)

Explores issues in Spanish language in society (media, communication, advertising, government, technology). Introduces and examines current sociolinguistic and sociopragmatic issues. Pre: 330 or consent.

SPAN 399 Directed Reading (V)

Independent study of approved reading with faculty supervision. Repeatable two times. A-F only. Pre: 301 (or concurrent), consent and departmental approval.

SPAN 396 Introduction to Hispanic Film (3)

Introduction to the study and analysis of genres, techniques, and cinematic styles as used in Hispanic film. Pre: 301 or consent.

SPAN 371 (Alpha) Reading Latin America (3)

Culture and history of Spanish America through literature; (B) warriors, nuns, and rebels; (C) the magical and the real. Repeatable one time for different alphas. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: 301, or consent.

SPAN 361 (Alpha) Reading Spain (3)

Reading and discussion of narratives from and about Spain; (B) heroines, knights, witches; (C) love, loss, liberty. Repeatable one time for different alphas. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: 301, or consent.

SPAN 360 Intensive Third-Level Spanish Abroad (V)

Intensive formal instruction at the third-year level in Spanish language skills: reading, writing, grammar, or conversation in a Spanish-speaking country. Pre: 202 or equivalent

SPAN 359 Third-Level Spanish Abroad (3)

Continuation of 358.

SPAN 358 Third-Level Spanish Abroad (3)

Intensive formal instruction at the third-year level in Spanish language skills: reading, writing, grammar, or conversation in a Spanish-speaking country. Pre: 202 or 259 or equivalent.

SPAN 352 (Alpha) Latin American Cultural Studies (3)

Survey of the history, traditions, and cultures of Latin America; (B) empires and traditions; (C) nations, identity & the arts. Repeatable one time for other topics, but not for the same topic. Pre: 301 or consent

SPAN 351 Spain: Traditions & Trending (3)

Survey of the history and cultures of Spain. Pre: 301 or consent.

SPAN 320 From Comics to Classics (3)

Introduction and development of Spanish skills for critical reading and writing, rhetoric, and vocabulary. Choices with particular emphasis on literary analysis and academic writing. Online course. Pre: 301 or consent.

SPAN 308 Introduction to Spanish-English Interpreting (3)

Students will begin to develop the listening and memory skills for direct and inverse interpretation. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: 301 or 310, or consent

SPAN 306 (Alpha) Spanish in Use (3)

Spanish language as used in specific professions; (B) marketing, tourism & business; (C) health & public safety.
Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: 301, or consent.

SPAN 305 Introduction to Spanish-English Translation (3)

Practical introduction to written Spanish-English translation through the translations of texts from Spanish to English and the reverse. Includes an emphasis on composition and style. Pre: 301 or consent.

SPAN 304 Conversation II (3)

Continuation of 303. Pre: 303 or consent.

SPAN 303 Conversation I (3)

Intensive practice in spoken Spanish, focusing on the preparation and completion of oral tasks and presentations. Pre: 202 or 259, or consent.

SPAN 301 Language and Writing I (3)

Improvement of Spanish vocabulary, language accuracy, and expression of ideas in Spanish through writing. Pre: 202 or 203 or 259, or consent.

SPAN 300 Legends, Stories, and Current Events (3)

Development of language skills through reading of literary and cultural texts. Pre: 202 (or concurrent) or 203 or 259.

SPAN 259 Intermediate Spanish Abroad (3)

Continuation of 258.

SPAN 258 Intermediate Spanish Abroad (3)

Intensive course of full-time formal instruction on the second-year level in Spanish language and culture in a Spanish-speaking country. Pre: 102 or 103.

SPAN 203 Intensive Spanish for Business (6)

SPAN 201 and 202 content combined, oriented to business Spanish. Three 50-minute sessions per week plus online work. Pre: 102 or 103.

SPAN 201 Intermediate Spanish (3)

Continuation of oral practice and grammar study; increasing emphasis on reading and written composition. Pre: 102 or 103.

SPAN 103 Intensive Elementary Spanish (6)

Course content of SPAN 101 and 102 covered in one semester. Three two-hour sessions per week.

SPAN 102 Elementary Spanish (3)

Conversation, grammar, reading. Pre: 101.

SPAN 101 Elementary Spanish (3)

Conversation, grammar, reading.

SOC 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Research for doctoral dissertation. Repeatable unlimited times.

SOC 753 Urban Sociology (3)

Demographic trends in urban growth: nature and dimensions of urbanization and urbanism; ancient, American, and Third World cities; ecological theories of urban growth; lifestyles.

SOC 751 Development in Asia (3)

Theories and available research methods examined for applicability to developing areas; specific examples from Asia. A-F only. Repeatable one time. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

SOC 750 Seminar in Social Movements (3)

Study of sociology of social movements, plus independent student research. Repeatable one time.

SOC 741 Seminar in Social Structure and the Individual (3)

Intensive study and individual research projects in a selected topic. Theoretical and methodological issues in relating social and individual levels of analysis. Recommended: 612.

SOC 730 Conflict Analysis/Resolution (3)

Seminar on the analysis of conflict resolution. Faculty from law, planning, political science and guest practitioners will present multidisciplinary analysis and intervention strategies on contemporary conflicts. A-F only. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

SOC 725 (Alpha) Seminar in Race and Ethnicity (3)

An examination of how ideas of “race” and “ethnicity” are constructed, and how this reflects and shapes social structures and relationships: (B) antiracism studies; (C) ethnic identity and nationalism: cooperation and conflict; (D) race, place, and inequality. Repeatable up to two times in different alphas. Graduate students only. (Alt. years)

SOC 723 Seminar in Modern Chinese Society (3)

Developmental policies, social change, and impact on modern Chinese social institutions. Includes China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. May include social and demographic change, population, social stratification, gender, and family problems. Repeatable one time.

SOC 722 Modern Japanese Society (3)

Social and behavioral studies of Japanese values, social organization, and personality development. Problems of value conflict, political protest, world role, tradition, and social change. Repeatable one time only.

SOC 721 Social Change–Pacific Islands (3)

Analysis of social change; transformation from subsistence societies to commodified, wage-labor societies with participation in world economy.

SOC 720 Comparative Study of East Asia (3)

Comparative analysis of social organization, social processes, and change of both capitalist and communist countries of East Asia, with each other and other areas of the world. Repeatable one time. Pre: 611 or consent.

SOC 719 Comparative Family and Gender (3)

Discusses the major perspectives on family and gender relations and examines related empirical research. Emphasis is on the cross-cultural comparisons across the U.S. and Asia in the context of globalizing economies and cultures. A-F only. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as GHPS 719)

SOC 718 Seminar in Aging, Culture, and Health (3)

Overview of the major theories, perspectives, and empirical findings relating to aging in various cultural contexts. SOC, PSY, NURS, SW, PH majors only. Pre: 606 (with a minimum grade of B) or consent.

SOC 716 Advanced Medical Sociology (3)

Application of theoretical paradigms and methodologies to the examination of selected research topics in the field of medical sociology. Repeatable one time. Pre: 615 or consent.

SOC 715 Seminar in Current Issues in Sociology (3)

Substantive areas that are of current interest and the focus of research, but not addressed in other courses. Repeatable two times.

SOC 711 Seminar in Sociology of Knowledge (3)

Sociological theory applied to bases of knowledge in everyday life, professional communities, and the sciences. Research and theory-building activities of sociologists; ethnomethodology; construction of social structure, culture, and consciousness. Repeatable one time only.

SOC 706 Cultural Analysis (3)

Contemporary issues in cultural sociology, covering key theoretical perspectives, analytic methods and substantive areas for empirical research. A-F only.

SOC 705 Advanced Statistics (3)

Dealing with advanced statistical methods beyond multiple linear regression, such as logit, event history analysis, and multi-level analysis. Emphasis is on applications of the techniques to social science research. Repeatable one time only.

SOC 701 Seminar in Evaluation Research (3)

Research design, data collection, field problems and analysis in the evaluation of social programs. Examples from criminal justice, corrections, drug treatment, mental health, and public health.

SOC 700 Thesis Research (V)

Research for master’s thesis. Repeatable unlimited times.

SOC 699 Directed Reading/Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

SOC 670 Sociology of Sustainability (3)

Analyses of sustainability, environmental, and technoscience issues from sociological perspectives. Graduate students only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as SUST 670)

SOC 660 Teaching Seminar (3)

Examines research on teaching, learning, and ethics, as well as practical skills for teaching at the university level. Syllabi and teaching philosophies are developed, which are useful for the academic job market. Graduate standing only.

SOC 659 Methods of Demographic Analysis (3)

Statistical evaluation and analysis of population data; data sources; population growth; composition; standardization of rates; mortality and the life table; nuptiality and fertility; distribution, migration, urbanization; projections and stable population theory. (Cross-listed as PH 659)

SOC 651 Introduction to Human Population (3)

Comparative analysis of quantitative and qualitative aspects of population; factors affecting size, distribution, and composition; impact of population size and composition on society.

SOC 638 American Punishment (3)

Examines the history of American criminal punishment, from the birth of the penitentiary to the rise of the prison-industrial complex. A-F only. Graduate students only. (Cross-listed as AMST 638)

SOC 632 Criminal Justice System (3)

Examination of the criminal justice system; the exercise of discretion and limits placed upon it. Pre: consent.

SOC 631 Seminar in Criminology (3)

Major current theories, history of their development, elaborations of typologies, implications for treatment modalities.

SOC 625 Feminist Criminology (3)

Key themes in feminist criminology are explored including focus on masculinities and crime, race and intersectionality, global criminology, and the ways in which the criminal justice system controls women and girls. A-F only. (Cross-listed as WGSS 625)

SOC 620 Seminar in Social Stratification (3)

Classical theories of social class, contemporary developments; crucial research issues, appropriate methodologies. Repeatable one time only. Classified graduate students only. Pre: consent.

SOC 617 Sociology of Mental Health and Illness (3)

Examines sociological research and theories about mental health and illness. A key question in medical sociology will be addressed: What is the relationship between society and mental health? Repeatable one time.

SOC 616 Seminar in Stress and Health (3)

Analysis of current theory and empirical research on relationship of stress and health; sociological, psychological, and community psychiatry models and current issues.

SOC 615 Medical Sociology (3)

Covers the major paradigms in medical sociology for analyzing social epidemiology, the political economy of health systems, health service organizations, health and wellness behaviors illness perception and help-seeking, doctor-patient interaction, and adaptations to illness. Graduate students only. Pre: consent. 

SOC 613 Organizational Analysis (3)

Theoretical approaches to organizations; organizational structure and process; organizational pathologies and effectiveness; the organization and its environment.

SOC 612 Contemporary Sociological Theory (3)

Seminar offers a critical overview of major perspectives and representative works in sociology theory from the 1960s to the present, including intellectual contexts and historical development. A-F only. Graduate students only.  (Spring only)

SOC 611 Classical Sociological Theory (3)

Seminar offers a critical overview of major perspectives and representative works in sociological theory from 19th-century to the 1960s, including intellectual contexts and historical development. A-F only. Graduate students only. Pre: consent. (Fall only)

SOC 609 Seminar Qualitative Research (3)

Advanced seminar on conducting fieldwork in natural social settings with emphasis on qualitative techniques, political and ethical considerations, data management and assessment, interpretation and reflexive writing. Repeatable one time.

SOC 608 Survey Research Design and Analysis (3)

Survey study designs, survey sampling, questionnaire construction, interviewing, pre-tests, pilot studies, logic of measurement and association, table construction, and elaboration models. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as EDEA 608 and EDEP 602)

SOC 607 Seminar in Methods of Content Analysis (3)

Content analysis combines quantitative and qualitative methods to analyze text systematically. Covers sampling and case selection; manual and computer-assisted methods of coding and analyzing textual data; writing reports using content analysis data. Repeatable one time. (Once a year)

SOC 606 Research Methods and Design (3)

Emphasis on theory selection, theory construction, and choice of research strategies.

SOC 605L Regression Analysis Laboratory (1)

Lab for computer analysis skills is required for students taking 605. CR/NC only. Co-requisite: 605.

SOC 605 Statistics for Regression Analysis (3)

Dealing with the multiple linear regression and logistic regression models, focusing on modeling, i.e., specification of the explanatory variables to answer different research questions. Emphasis on applications using statistical package programs. SOC 605L is required.

SOC 499 Directed Reading or Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: 300 and consent of instructor.

SOC 496 Topics in Sociology: Student Projects (V)

Students create their own study group and solicit an advisor from faculty. Consult department for assistance.

SOC 495 Topics in Sociology (3)

Topics course that explore current issues and try new ideas. Repeatable two times. Pre: 300 or consent.

SOC 494 Social Sciences Internship (V)

Internship in public, private, or non-profit organizations providing opportunity for practical experience and application of social sciences concepts and theories. Three to six credits per semester; repeatable two times, up to 12 credits. Consent of instructor. (Cross-listed as SOCS 489 and WGSS 489)

SOC 492 Politics of Multiculturalism (3)

The development of ethnic relations and political approaches to multiculturalism in two multiethnic nations: Canada and the U.S. A-F only. Pre: 300 or one 300 level ES course, or consent. (Cross-listed as ES 492)

SOC 491 Discussion Group Leader–Freshman Seminar (6)

A unique opportunity for students to gain leadership, teaching, and public speaking skills as a SOC 100 leader for a section of 10 freshmen students while being mentored weekly by a faculty course coordinator.

SOC 478 Analysis in Field Research Methods (3)

Techniques for collecting and analyzing qualitative data. Participant observation; small groups in natural settings; community studies. Grounded theory; theories of everyday life; reality construction.

SOC 476L Social Statistics Laboratory (1)

Required lab for computer applications for analysis of sociological data. CR/NC only. Co-requisite: 476.

SOC 476 Social Statistics (3)

Common statistical procedures emphasizing univariate and bivariate description; some attention to multivariate techniques and statistical inference, within context of research procedures. Pre: 300 or consent. Co-requisite: 476L.

SOC 475 Analysis in Survey Research (3)

Survey research design and analysis, including theory selection instrument construction, sampling techniques, data collection, computerized data analysis, and writing up research reports of the findings.

SOC 459 Popular Culture (3)

Popular culture as manifested in film, sports, TV, comics, magazines, etc.; relation to sociological theories and studies.

SOC 458 Analysis in Sports and Society (3)

Critical perspectives on sports and society. Topics include power and inequality; mobility, status, and economics; youth development; globalization; gender; and violence in sports and the wider society. Pre: 300 and 321. (Spring only)

SOC 457 Sociology of the Arts (3)

Relation of art to society; role of artist, audience, critic, patron, museum; Western and other societies; attitudes toward new styles.

SOC 456 Racism and Ethnicity in Hawai‘i (3)

The historical and contemporary social processes involved in inter-ethnic relations in Hawai‘i. Pre: 300 or one ES 300 level course, or consent. (Cross-listed as ES 456)

SOC 455 Sociology of Religion (3)

Seminar in research on sociological aspects of religious sectarianism; attention to Hawai‘i. Pre: 300 or consent. (Cross-listed as REL 452)

SOC 454 Analysis in Medical Sociology (3)

Application of sociological theories and concepts to medical social situations and behavior; problems of obtaining data for research.

SOC 453 Analysis in Sociology of Aging (3)

Social and research issues significant to delivery of long-term care services to the elderly; cost, quality, availability of services, evaluation of programs, role of family, formal and informal care services.

SOC 452 Marriage and Family: A Feminist Perspective (3)

Sex-role socialization, motherhood, work-family conflicts. Alternative family structures in U.S. and other countries. Recommended: at least one WGSS course. Pre: 300, or WGSS 151 or any 200- or 300-level WGSS course; or consent. (Cross-listed as WGSS 452)

SOC 451 Analysis in Marriage and the Family (3)

Theory and methods of studying social interaction in marriage and the family; examination of marriage, mating, love, and choice. Empirical research emphasizing Hawai‘i.

SOC 446 Gender Violence Over the Lifecycle (3)

Examines the problem of violence, particularly sexual violence, over the life cycle. Offers gendered perspective in activities aimed at prevention and treatment of violence, and cross cultural perspectives. Pre: 300, WGSS 151 or any 200- or 300-level WGSS course; or consent. (Cross-listed as WGSS 446)

SOC 445 Analysis in Gender Violence (3)

Historical and structural theories of gender-based violence, including domestic and sexual abuse, prostitution, trafficking, cross-cultural perspectives, social policy and practices. Junior standing or graduate standing only. Pre: 300 or consent. (Once a year)

SOC 441 Social Structure and the Individual (3)

Effects of social institutions on individuals. Role of socioeconomic status, cultural background, family structure, peer group, schools, and occupational roles in socialization.

SOC 435 Women and Crime (3)

Women’s relations with the criminal justice system; types of women’s offenses; responses to women’s crime; women as victims; women as workers in the criminal justice system. Recommended: at least one WGSS course. Pre: 300, or WGSS 151 or any 200- or 300-level WGSS course; or consent. (Cross-listed as WGSS 435)

SOC 433 Analysis in Law and Social Change (3)

Interrelationships between legal orders and other social institutions; use of “law” to change major status relationships, e.g., boss-worker, woman-man, child-adult.

SOC 432 Punishment & Society (3)

Institutions, organizations, and individuals charged with carrying out punishment in the criminal justice system and beyond. DS

SOC 431 Advanced Criminology & Juvenile Delinquency (3)

Research in systematic social deviation. Scaling and measurement of delinquents/ criminals, official data, gangs, identification and measurement of delinquent/criminal value orientations, etc. DS

SOC 419 Organizations and Society (3)

Schools, hospitals, industries, prisons, and government agencies analyzed in terms of self-actualization, alienation, human relations, communication, leadership, organizational conflicts.

SOC 418 Women and Work (3)

Gender and race of paid and unpaid work in the formal and informal sectors of the economy; carework in households; unemployment; ethics of revaluing feminized work; labor rights: scope: local and global. Pre: 300, or one 300-level WGSS or ES course; or consent. (Cross-listed as ES 418 and WGSS 418)

SOC 415 Technology and Society (3)

Nature of technology, social forces that affect its adoption; impact on society; innovation.

SOC 413 Economy and Society (3)

Study of the dominant trend of economic change and its impact on society; globalization of economic activities and transformation of industrial society to postindustrial one; corporate restructuring and downsizing and their impact on employment and income distribution; gender relations in workplaces; the impact of globalization on the newly industrializing countries. Pre: 300 or consent.

SOC 412 Analysis in Population and Society (3)

Global and U.S. patterns of population growth; composition and distribution, elementary demographic techniques; development issues and population policy. Pre: 300 or consent.

SOC 411 Analysis in Social Stratification (3)

Approaches to research in social inequality: community studies; historical and cross-cultural analyses of poverty, working class, middle class, power structure, social mobility, etc.

SOC 401 Analysis in Urban Sociology (3)

Urbanization in developed and developing countries, the rural-urban continuum, structure and process of metropolitan regions, theories of urban location and growth, housing and urban renewal.

SOC 400 Food, Body, and Women: Analysis of Biopolitics (3)

Explores how food, body, and other “matter of life” are imbedded in biopolitics from the feminist perspectives. A-F only. Pre: WGSS 300, or one 300-level WGSS or ES course, or consent. (Spring only).

SOC 374 Law, Politics and Society (3)

Relationships between law, politics, and society will be explored. Emphasis is placed on several dimensions of legality: legal “indeterminacy” and some of the many things that law does for us and to us; law’s response to violence; the connections between law and social change; access to the law and its sociological dimensions; how/why law fails and what happens when it does. A-F only. Pre: 100 or any 200 level SOC course, or a 100 level or 200 level POLS course, or consent. (Cross-listed as POLS 374)

SOC 367 Sustainability, Technoscience, and Social Justice (3)

Examines politics of sustainability and technoscience with an explicit attention to social justice and power relations in society. A-F only. Pre: 100 or any 200-level SOC course, or WGSS 151 or any 200- or 300-level WGSS course, or consent. (Fall only) (Crosslisted as SUST 367 and WGSS 367)

SOC 362 Sociology of Gender (3)

Effect of sex and gender roles (both traditional and nontraditional) on attitudes and behavior within the family and educational, economic, and governmental systems. Recommended: at least one WGSS course. Pre: 100 or any 200-level SOC course, WGSS 151 or any 200- or 300-level WGSS course; or consent. (Cross-listed as WGSS 362)

SOC 358 Sociology of Korea (3)

Social institutions, family, education, religion, cultural values, social classes, economic development, social movements, gender relations, North-South relations, and unification issues. A-F only. Pre: 100 or any 200-level SOC course, or consent.

SOC 357 Japanese Society and Culture (3)

Persistence and change in economy, policy, religion, education, family, and other institutions of modern Japan.

SOC 356 Chinese Society and Culture (3)

Social institutions, family, community, education, stratification, government, economy; impact of modernization and revolution on their contemporary transformation. A-F only.

SOC 354 Survey of Medical Sociology (3)

Social factors in disease and treatment; illness behavior, roles of patients and healers; nature of healing professions; use of medical services; alternative systems of medical organization.

SOC 353 Survey of Sociology of Aging (3)

Aging as a social phenomenon, including social impacts of growing elderly population and emerging social patterns among the elderly. Important theoretical perspectives and cross-national research. (cross-listed as COA 353)

SOC 352 Survey of Sociology of Education (3)

Formal education as one aspect of socialization. Emphasis on American system; business, military, and religious institutions.

SOC 341 Survey of Social Psychology (3)

Major principles; social attitudes, theories of conformity and change, person perception and attribution theory, social role, role conflict and role behavior, group structure, and behavior.

SOC 336 Deviance and Social Control (3)

Interrelations of deviance, criminology, juvenile delinquency, corrections, social control, sociology of law. Key concepts, theories. DS

SOC 335 Drugs and Society (3)

Use of mood- and mind-altering drugs in America among adults, youth, and cross-culturally. Illicit drug culture, psychedelics, and perception; social norms and deviant behavior.

SOC 333 Criminology (3)

Concepts used in crime, law enforcement, criminal justice, and corrections. Types of criminal behavior; costs and effects of control.

SOC 332 Sociology of Law (3)

Law as a political enforcement of the social order; how it is organized and operates; determinants of effectiveness; ways it adapts to and facilitates changing social conditions.

SOC 321 Survey of Sociological Theory (3)

Major theorists and their influences, from Comte to today.

SOC 318 Women and Social Policy (3)

Social and economic policies affecting women in families, education, social services, government, health care, the economy; public policy implementation and development; policy impact on women. Pre: 100 or any 200-level SOC course, or WS 151 or any 200- or 300-level WS course; or consent. (Cross-listed as WS 318)

SOC 316 Survey of Social Change (3)

Causes, processes, and effects of social change, using single and multi-cause models in simple and complex industrialized societies.

SOC 313 Survey of Sociology of Work (3)

Work from viewpoint of individuals; meaningfulness versus productivity; how work, economics, and the industrial system affect individual goals.

SOC 311 Survey of Social Inequality and Stratification (3)

Introduction to social stratification theory and research; definition and measurement of socioeconomic status; racial, ethnic and gender inequality; differences in lifestyles and life chances; social mobility.

SOC 305 Women and Health (3)

Explores current issues in the conceptualization and delivery of health care for women. Pre: 100 or any 200-level SOC course, or WGSS 151 or WGSS 202, or POLS 110; or consent. (Cross-listed as WGSS 305)

SOC 301 Survey of Urban Sociology (3)

Urban processes and social problems, such as poverty, crime, racial segregation, homelessness, housing policy, urbanization, and neighborhood ethnic diversity. How places shape identity and opportunity. Research methods applied to communities, places, and neighborhoods of Hawai‘i. (Cross-listed as PLAN 301)

SOC 300A Principles of Sociological Inquiry (4)

(3 Lec, 2 50-min Lab) Basic methods of sociology for production and analysis of data. Foundations for understanding research and for advanced courses in methods and statistics. Restricted to students in the honors program and required for students taking the honors track in sociology. A-F only.

SOC 300 Principles of Sociological Inquiry (4)

(3 Lec, 2 50-min Lab) Basic methods of sociology for production and analysis of data. Foundations for understanding research and for advanced courses in methods and statistics.

SOC 251 Introduction to Sociology of the Family (3)

Family patterns, mate selection, parent-child interaction, socialization of roles, legal sanctions, trends in organization, functions.

SOC 231 Introduction to Juvenile Delinquency (3)

Forms of juvenile deviance; conditions and processes that result in alienation and deviance of youth. Juvenile corrections as institutionalized societal responses.

SOC 218 Introduction to Social Problems (3)

Theoretical and substantive survey of the nature and causes of social problems; selected types: poverty, inequality, deviance, etc

SOC 214 Introduction to Race and Ethnic Relations (3)

Race and ethnic relations in world perspective; social, economic, and political problems associated with perception, existence, and accommodation of these groups within the wider society. (Cross-listed as ES 214)

SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology (3)

Basic social relationships, social structures, and processes.

SW 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Repeatable one time.

SW 797 Advanced Social Welfare Policy Analysis and Change (3)

Builds on 630 and emphasizes a more thorough and comprehensive examination of major policies, programs, and populations central to a concentration (Health, Mental Health, Gerontology, Child and Family). Students learn a more focused and applied analysis of the relationship between social policy, research, and social work practice. SW majors only. A-F only. Pre: 606 and 607; 630 and 631; 640 and 650; 659 and 660; 690 and 691.

SW 791 Specialist Field Education II (V)

Continuation of 790. A-F only. Pre: 790 and; 718 (or concurrent); or 723 (or concurrent); or 725 (or concurrent); or 727 (or concurrent) (all with a minimum grade of B-).

SW 790 Specialist Field Education I (V)

Instruction in the field is continued. The field experience in the second year provides an opportunity for the student to test out
concepts, principles, theories, and alternate approaches in actual practice settings. SW majors only. A-F only. Pre: 717 (or concurrent) or 722 (or concurrent) or 724 (or concurrent) or 726 (or concurrent) (all with a minimum grade of B -).

SW 776 Seminar on Women and Health (3)

Women’s health and the role of women health professionals. Current literature and research regarding attitudes, roles, rights, and health care. Pre: graduate standing or consent. (Cross-listed as NURS 744)

SW 774 Cultural Factors in Work with Hawaiians (3)

Hawaiian culture, past and present. Explores and examines possible approaches to working with Hawaiians and part-Hawaiians. Special emphasis on supports in the Hawaiian system that may promote maximal functioning for those Hawaiians experiencing problems in today’s society. Meets seminar requirement. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing.

SW 772 Seminar in International Social Work (3)

Approaches to social problems and trends in the profession in international, cross-cultural perspectives. Emphasis on developmental aspects of social work. Political, economic, social, and cultural forces shaping social welfare in national development. Meets seminar requirement. SW majors only. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

SW 755 Dissertation Seminar (3)

Culminating experience in social welfare doctoral specialization; integration of PhD core and specialization course work. Pre: classified student in PhD in social welfare program or consent.

SW 752 Qualitative Research: Philosophical, Methodological and Analytic Approaches (3)

Theories and methods of qualitative research; problem formulation, informant selection, study design, data collection and analysis utilizing qualitative approaches. Repeatable three times. A-F only. Pre: 640 or 651 or equivalent; departmental approval.

SW 751 Quantitative Methods II (3)

Empirical research methodology with emphasis on design principles and measurement theory; design and measurement issues and problems in cross-cultural research. A-F only. Pre: PhD candidate in social welfare or consent.

SW 750 Analysis and Development of Knowledge for Social Work (3)

Focuses on developing an understanding of philosophy of science, theory development, social work epistemology, and the analysis and development of knowledge for social work practice. A-F only. Pre: PhD candidate in social welfare or consent.

SW 746 Individual or Group Research Project– Plan B (V)

Same as 743. A-F only

SW 744 Individual or Group Research Project– Plan B (V)

Same as 743. A-F only. Pre: 743.

SW 743 Individual or Group Research Project— Plan B (V)

Independent research (group of two to seven students or by an individual student) undertaken under the sponsorship of a faculty advisor. Elements are selection of a topic related to the practice of social work or knowledge relevant to that practice, utilization of empirical research methodology in collecting and analyzing original data, and preparation of a scholarly paper. SW majors only. A-F only. Pre: 650.

SW 741 Review of Research in Social Work (3)

In-depth study of research in a substantive area. Each seminar will be devoted to a particular topic: e.g., foster care of children, effectiveness of social work intervention, etc. SW majors only. Pre: 650.

SW 737 Social Work and the Law (3)

Knowledge of judicial systems and law relevant to social work practice in corrections, child-family welfare, health, and mental health. Skills for effective participation in the legal process are acquired in moot court and in practice for testifying. SW majors only. Pre: graduate standing.

SW 731 Social Policy Analysis (3)

Students pursue in-depth a specific topic in the areas of social planning, social policy analysis, evaluation of social programs, administration, supervision, and consultation. Selectively a comparative perspective is introduced and case studies used to illustrate concepts, principles, and techniques, with implications for practice. Meets seminar requirement. SW majors only. Pre: 630 or consent.

SW 727 Seminar in Social Work with Older Adults (3)

Designed for gerontology specialization students to gain advanced knowledge for working with diverse older adults and their families. Emphasis on strength perspectives on aging. SW majors only. Pre: 726.

SW 726 Social Work Practice with Older Adults (3)

Designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of theoretical formulations and intervention strategies for working with older adults and their families. Emphasis on diversity/justice. SW majors only. Pre: completion of foundation courses.

SW 725 Social Work Practice in Mental Health (3)

Prepares students for social work practice in mental health settings, with a focus on history and policy in the U.S. and Hawai‘i, as well as culturally-grounded and evidence-based practice. SW majors only. Pre: 724.

SW 724 Seminar in Social Work Practice in Mental Health (3)

Prepares students for social work practice in mental health settings. Focused on engagement and assessment while emphasizing cultural, person in environment, and strengths-based approaches. SW majors only. Pre: completion of foundation courses.

SW 723 Seminar in Social Work Practice in Health Care (3)

Through the use of case studies developed by the students, social work practice is examined in three areas of health care: primary care provided in health departments and medical groups, hospital-based services, and long-term care. Meets seminar requirement. SW majors only. Pre: 722.

SW 722 Social Work Practice in Health Care (3)

Didactic and experiential learning activity focuses on the major role functions of the social worker in the health field including assessment, contracting, counseling, advocacy, case management, discharge planning, family group work, community and team building. Covers health care policy, research directions in practice and social work management issues. SW majors only. Pre: completion of foundation courses.

SW 718 Seminar in Social Work Practice with Children and Families (3)

Designed for students in the child and family concentration and builds upon past knowledge and skill development in practice classes and in the practicum. Students integrate, demonstrate, and extend earlier learning, acquire new knowledge, and learn and practice new skills. Organized around student case presentations in a consultation format. Meets seminar requirement. SW majors only. Pre: 717.

SW 717 Social Work Practice with Children and Families (3)

Advanced practice course for students specializing in social work with children and families. Designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of both theoretical formulations and therapeutic techniques for practice in the field of family and child welfare. Emphasis placed on the development of specialized knowledge and skills for assessment, intervention, and evaluation of a variety of common child and family practice situations. SW majors only. Pre: completion of foundation courses.

SW 715 Therapeutic Strategies with the Older Adult (3)

Focuses on interdisciplinary strategies with older adults: individual, family, and group therapy; eclectic mental health approaches; case management; and environmental intervention. Emphasis placed on the use of these strategies as preventive, as well as supportive, measures for the well, transition, and frail elderly. Meets seminar requirement. SW majors only. Pre: graduate standing.

SW 707 Methods of Group Psychotherapy (3)

Designed specifically to train students in the theory and practice of leading psychotherapy groups; it includes historical developments, research, theories, and application of group psychotherapy, group techniques and exercises. SW majors only. Pre: 607 or consent.

SW 700 Thesis Research (V)

Independent research under supervision of a thesis committee. Includes formal proposal and defense of finished research. Repeatable unlimited times.

SW 699 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Students, on the basis of special interest, select a faculty member to work with on a problem for which planned individualized study or research is deemed advisable. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

SW 696 Health and Aging (3)

Biological and physiological changes associated with aging. Social and psychological factors associated with health maintenance. Major threats to health, changing patterns of morbidity and mortality of the aged. Pre: graduate standing.

SW 691 Generalist Field Education II (3)

Field education is the signature pedagogy of social work education. Students will engage in supervised social work practice and have the opportunity to apply generalist knowledge, skills, values, and ethics to practice. A-F only. Pre: 690 and 607 (or concurrent) and 631 (or concurrent) (all with a minimum grade of C).

SW 690 Generalist Field Education I (3)

Field education is the signature pedagogy of social work education. Students will engage in supervised social work practice and have the opportunity to apply generalist knowledge, skills, values, and ethics to practice. A-F only. Pre: 606 (or concurrent)(with a minimum grade of C).

SW 682 Marriage and Family Therapy (3)

Introduction to couple and family therapy offers an overview of family systems perspective, theory and technique relevant to informing effective social work case planning, case management, advocacy, and interaction with clients. SW majors only. Graduate students only.

SW 680 Topics in Social Welfare (V)

Current trends in field of social welfare. Recent courses have focused on forensic social work, immigrants and refugees, and leadership in human services. Meets seminar requirement. Repeatable one time in different topics. SW majors only. Pre: graduate standing.

SW 674 Community and Public Health Practice (2)

Community organization and development applicable to the delivery of health services. Understanding community dynamics, mobilizing community groups for effective health care practice and delivery. SW majors only. Pre: PH 647 or consent. (Cross-listed as PH 671)

SW 672 Child Welfare as a Field of Social Work (3)

Emphasis on the developments in child welfare; issues, concerns with regard to needs and rights, and the application of social work services to problems associated with needs for protection. Review of historical, theoretical, empirical, and legal findings for skill development in intervening in dysfunctional parent/child interaction. SW majors only. Pre: graduate standing.

SW 663 Treatment of Chemical Dependency (3)

Introduction to treatment of alcoholism and other chemical dependencies. Application of social work strategies in work with individuals and families in the disease and recovery process. Repeatable one time. SW majors only. Pre: graduate standing.

SW 660 Human Behavior in the Social Environment II (3)

Focus on human development across the lifespan with attention given to unique challenges and opportunities faced in each phase. Emphasis is placed on “populations at risk” and the strengths and assets unique to diverse populations. A-F only. Pre: 659. (Spring only)

SW 659 Human Behavior in the Social Environment I (3)

Examination of complex factors that privilege some and oppress/marginalize others; challenges commonly held tropes and complicates the discourse regarding individual, family, group, organizational and community development within the social environment. SW majors only. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing. (Fall only)

SW 656 Multivariate Methods (3)

Multivariate forms of multiple linear regression, analysis of variance, and analysis of co-variance. Multiple discriminant analysis, canonical correlation, and principal components analysis are discussed. SW majors only.

SW 654 Applied Regression and Analysis of Variance (3)

Introduction to linear statistical models as principle of data analysis. Topics include multiple regression models with continuous and categorical predictors. ANOVA with multiple factors, ANOVA with repeated measures, and ANCOVA. Pre: 601 or consent.

SW 651 Quantitative Methods I (3)

Introduction to quantitative methods in behavioral sciences. Introduction to general linear model as principle of data analysis. Course requires basic statistics. (Meets PhD common inquiry methods requirement or elective.)

SW 650 Research Designs and Data Analyses for the Evaluation of Practice Effectiveness (3)

Extending the study of scientific methods introduced in 640. Covers the range of empirical research methods and data analytic procedures suitable for knowledge building and practice evaluation at all levels of intervention from case to program. A-F only. Pre: 640. (Spring only)

SW 640 Introduction to Scientific Methods and Principles in Social Work (3)

Understanding and interpreting results of nomothetic and idiographic research; design principles and statistical analyses and their relationship to practices; use of published research. SW majors only. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing. (Fall only)

SW 639 Social and Cultural Aspects of Aging (3)

Overview of aging from the biopsycho, socioeconomic and cultural perspectives. Explores common theories of aging. Emphasis on bridging the gap between the realm of concepts and theories, and the world of practice in gerontology. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

SW 637 Death and Dying (3)

Physical, social, cultural, psychological, and spiritual dimensions of dying, death, and bereavement. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

SW 636 Policies, Programs and Services on Aging (3)

Explores policies, programs, and services for older adults. Students learn about the aging network, assess older adults’ needs, link older adults to appropriate services in the community, and track legislative bills that address older adults’ quality of life. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

SW 633 Organization and Administration in Social Work (3)

Introduction to formal organization theory. Social service administration examined and implications for service delivery systems developed. SW majors only. Pre: graduate standing.

SW 631 Social Work Practice in Communities and Organizations (3)

Community conceptualization; organized roles of developer, enabler, broker, mediator, and advocate; diagnostic and problem-solving technology; the special characteristics of the social worker as community organizer; matrix of structural objectives; sources and use of power; how to build an organization; and interorganizational negotiation. SW majors only. A-F only. Pre: 606, graduate standing, and consent. (Spring only)

SW 630 Social Welfare Policy and Services (3)

Examines in a historical and comparative framework the economic, social, political, organizational, and administrative factors influencing the development, formulation, and implementation of social welfare policies in the U.S. Provides opportunity for the application of various models of social policy analysis in major areas of social welfare programming and service delivery. SW majors only. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing. (Fall only)

SW 607 Social Work Practice with Families and Groups (3)

Practice course builds upon the generalist framework and foundation content presented in 606. Special emphasis is given on models for assessment, intervention, and evaluation of practice with families and groups. Relevant theories of groups and the principles of group dynamics and group work methods are examined in regard to task, therapeutic, psychoeducational, and social development groups. Family content includes structural, behavioral, communication/experiential, and culturally-specific theories of intervention. A-F only. Pre: 606.

SW 606 Social Work Practice with Individuals (3)

Beginning practice course introduces students to the basic processes of social work and the roles and skills needed for generalist practice. Relevant theories of social work practice with individuals are explored for the efficacy with various problems and for their applicability to practice with various ethnocultures, social classes, and oppressed populations. Interviewing and interpersonal skill development are incorporated. A-F only. Pre: admission to MSW program. (Fall only)

SW 499 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Planned individualized study or research in special area related to social work practice interest. Up to 3 credit hours. Pre: majors only, senior standing, and consent of program chair and faculty advisor.

SW 491 Undergraduate Field Education III (4)

Advanced instruction to field education; application of social work knowledge, skills, and values to the field experience. Pre: 490 complete with C or better, and majors only. Co-requisite: 403.

SW 490 Undergraduate Field Education II (4)

Intermediate instruction to field education; application of social work knowledge, skills, and values to the field experience. Pre: 391 complete with C or better, and majors only. Co-requisite: 402 and 440.

SW 480 Topics in Social Welfare (V)

An examination of current trends and issues in social work. SW majors only.

SW 477 Social Welfare Concepts and Issues in Gerontology (3)

Aging and its effect on the individual, family groups, associations, and communities. Impact of aging on social service delivery systems, public policy and role of social work. Pre: senior standing or consent.

SW 475 Social Services with Children (3)

Study of current social services for children in the U.S. with focus on familiarization of child welfare programs and services in Hawai‘i. Pre: senior standing or consent.

SW 440 Research Development in Social Welfare (3)

Introduction to and application of language of research, theoretical concepts underlying advancement of knowledge, practical steps in research. SW majors only. Pre: completion of required junior-level SW courses (i.e., 302, 303, 325, 326, 360, 361, and 391) with C or better. Co-requisite: 402 and 490.

SW 435 Back to the Future: Aging in Today’s Society (3)

By 2050, more than a quarter of the world’s population will be 60 years of age or older. Explores what we know about aging today to encourage a lifetime of aging well. A-F only. Pre: 201 or SW 360 or WGSS 305 or PSY 100 or HDFS 230 or NURS 200; or consent. (Cross-listed as COA 435 and PH 435)

SW 403 General Social Work Practice IV (3)

Examination of practice methods and intervention models; identification and analysis of issues related to practice. A significant portion of class time is dedicated to writing instruction congruent with professional expectations. Pre: 402 (C or better) and majors only. Co-requisite: 491.

SW 402 General Social Work Practice III (3)

Use of problem-solving processes and ethical models of decision-making in practice with individuals, families, groups, and communities. Pre: 303, 326, and 361 complete with C or better; and majors only. Corequisite: 440 and 490.

SW 391 Undergraduate Field Education I (3)

Introduction to field education; application of social work knowledge, skills, and values to the field experience. CR/NC only. Pre: 302, 325, 326 (or concurrent), 360, and 361 (or concurrent) complete with C or better; and majors only. Co-requisite: 303.

SW 380 Topics in Social Welfare (V)

An examination of current trends in the field of social welfare. SW majors only.

SW 361 Human Behavior and the Social Environment II (3)

Focus on human development across the lifespan with attention given to unique
challenges and opportunities faced in each phase. Emphasis on “populations at risk” and the strengths and assets unique to diverse populations. SW majors only.
Pre: 360 with a grade of C or better. Recommended: 200. DS

SW 360 Human Behavior and the Social Environment (3)

Examination of complex sociocultural factors that privilege some and oppress/marginalize others. Challenges commonly held tropes and complicates the discourse regarding individual, family, group, organizational and community development within the social environment. SW majors only. Recommended: 200. DS

SW 326 Social Welfare as a Social Institution (3)

Study of U.S. social welfare institutional structures, programs, and policies addressing human need; focus on Hawai‘i’s legislative processes and social service programs; emphasis on oral communication inherent to advocacy, legislative, and policymaking processes. SW majors only. Pre: 325.

SW 325 History of Social Welfare (3)

Historical developments and implications of social welfare activities, institutions, and policies and European backgrounds; introduce social welfare developments in selected non-European countries. SW majors only. Recommended: 200.

SW 303 General Social Work Practice II (3)

Introduction to practice skills with individuals, families, groups, and communities. A significant portion of class time is dedicated to writing instruction congruent with professional expectations. Pre: 302 (complete with C or better) and majors only. Co-requisite: 391.

SW 302 General Social Work Practice I (3)

Orientation to practice principles, concepts, values, knowledge base, and their application. Pre: 200 (complete with C or better) and majors only.

SW 200 The Field of Social Work (3)

Orientation to the profession of social work; historical development, values and philosophy, scope and aims.

SOCS 735 Ocean Policy and Management (3)

Interdisciplinary approach to problems relating to humans and their interactions with the world’s oceans and coasts. Focus includes institutions for governing the world’s oceans and coasts at all scales and on the role of scientific knowledge in managing marine and coastal resources. Repeatable one time. Pre: OCN 331, GEO 435, or consent. (Cross-listed as. (Cross-listed as OEST 735)

SOCS 601 Topics in Teaching Innovations (3)

Examination and critical analysis of contemporary curriculum and instruction issues in social sciences. Concepts, theories, principles underlying active learning, critical thinking, values inquiry, assessment, and multidisciplinary approaches to integration of knowledge.

SOCS 489 Social Sciences Internship (V)

Internship in public, private, or non-profit organizations providing opportunity for practical experience and application of social sciences concepts and theories. Three to six credits per semester; repeatable two times, up to 12 credits. Consent of instructor. (Cross-listed as SOC 494 and WGSS 489)

SOCS 385 Social Sciences Service Learning and Micro Internship (V

For students undertaking service-learning or micro-internship options separately or for another class. Discussions and research related to learning experiences and issues encountered while in the field. Repeatable up to three credits.

SOCS 251 Scientific Principles of Sustainability (3)

Introduction to the scientific principles of sustainability, including the ecology of managed and natural ecosystems, global change biology, ecological principles of natural resource management, renewable energy technologies, and the environmental impacts of humans.

SOC 230 Introduction to Sustainability from Social Science Perspectives (3)

Introduction to key concepts and theories in social sciences in relation to sustainability issues. (Cross-listed as SUST 250 and TAHR 250)

SOCS 225 Statistical Analysis for Social Sciences (3)

Statistical reasoning in the analysis of social science data, including descriptive statistics, exploratory data analysis, inference measures of association, decomposition of variance, and regression analysis. Lab required. Pre: any 100 level social science course or consent.

SOCS 150 Street Science: Evaluating and Applying Evidence in Daily Life (3)

Develops necessary tools for effective reasoning and problem-solving through use and application of analytic techniques, including question formation, understanding/interpreting data presented in the public sphere, and evaluating the validity of sources. A-F only.

SOCS 124 Leadership and Social Issues (3)

Fosters understanding of key societal and community issues, social science perspectives on them, the qualities of effective leadership, and invites examination of personal responsibilities, intentions, and abilities to make a difference on those issues. A-F only.

SOCS 101 First Year Experience (1)

Brings together topics, discussion, and peer support to increase success at UH Mānoa and the College of Social Sciences. The emphasis is on knowledge, skills, and behaviors leading to graduation and sharing the first-year experience.

SLS 800 Dissertation Research (V)

One credit is necessary for dissertation writing. Repeatable unlimited times. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only.

SLS 799 Apprenticeship in Teaching (V)

An experienced-based introduction to college-level teaching; graduate students serve as student teachers to professors; responsibilities include supervised teaching, and participation in planning and evaluation. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only. Pre: graduate standing and consent.

SLS 775 Seminar in Second Language Research (3)

Research methodologies in second language and multilingual contexts. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

SLS 760 Seminar in Second Language Use (3)

Second language/dialect use in multilingual communities. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

SLS 750 Seminar in Second Language Acquisition (3)

Issues in theory and research in second language acquisition of child and adult. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

SLS 730 Seminar in Second Language Education (3)

Current issues and problems. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent only.

SLS 700 Thesis Research (V)

Individual research in the various fields of second language studies. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only. Pre: consent of instructor.

SLS 699 Directed Reading/Research (V)

Individual reading in various fields of second language studies. CR/ NC only. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent of instructor.

SLS 695 Master’s Plan B/C Studies (V)

Enrollment for degree completion. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned up to six credits. CR/NC only. Pre: master’s Plan B or C candidate and consent.

SLS 690 Second Language Teaching Practicum (3)

Student teaching in a language learning classroom. Repeatable one time in a different instructional context. Pre: consent.

SLS 680 (Alpha) Topics in Second Language Studies (3)

Variable topics in special areas of second language studies: (E) second language learning; (N) second language analysis; (P) second language pedagogy; (R) second language research methodology; (U) second language use. Repeatable one time for different alphas. Pre: 650 for (E); consent for (N) and (P); 660 or consent for (U).

SLS 678 Discourse Analysis in Second Language Research (3)

Survey of approaches to discourse; microanalytic qualitative research; theory and methodology. Pre: 660 or consent.

SLS 675 Second Language Qualitative Research (3)

Philosophical and theoretical approaches, methodology, and ethics in second language qualitative research.

SLS 674 Survey Research Methods in Second Language Studies (3)

Hands-on experience in language survey research including planning and creating survey instruments (both interviews and questionnaires), administering, compiling and analyzing survey data (quantitatively and qualitatively), and reporting the results. Pre: consent. (Once a year)

SLS 673 Applied Psycholinguistics and Second Language Acquisition (3)

Theory and research in psycholinguistics as related to second language perception, production, acquisition, and instruction. Pre: 601 or LING 422, or consent.

SLS 672 Second Language Classroom Research (3)

Survey of research on second language classrooms and analysis of methodological issues.

SLS 671 Research in Language Testing (3)

Advanced issues in language testing research including recent developments in the following areas: language testing hypotheses, item analysis, reliability, dependability, and validity. Pre: 611, 670, or consent.

SLS 670 Second Language Quantitative Research (3)

Quantitative research methods; design of research studies; techniques in collecting data; statistical inference; and analysis and interpretation of data.

SLS 660 Sociolinguistics and Second Languages (3)

Theoretical and applied aspects of language, culture, and society, and research methods in sociolinguistics, as they relate to second and foreign language issues. Pre: 601 (or concurrent) or consent.

SLS 650 Second Language Acquisition (3)

Survey of theories and research on second language learning by children and adults, learning naturalistically and in formal settings. Relationships are explored between SLA research and language teaching. Pre: 601 (or concurrent) or consent.

SLS 642 Comparative Grammar and Second Languages (3)

Comparative study of two or more languages. Consideration of language transfer in second language learning, role of typological features. Pre: consent

SLS 640 English Grammar (3)

Descriptive English grammar in relation to second language learning and teaching.

SLS 630 Second Language Program Development (3)

Designing, implementing, and evaluating language programs; systems-based approach to program and curriculum development. Pre: consent.

SLS 620 Second Language Reading (3)

Survey of research in reading process; teaching methodology; psycholinguistic investigations; comparison of reading in first and second languages. Pre: consent.

SLS 618 Language and Learning Technologies (3)

A wide range of emerging technologies for language learning and research will be explored. Online/faceto-face discussions and hands-on experiential learning are integrated with learner’s goals, best practices, and theoretical foundations. Pre: consent. (Once a year)

SLS 614 Second Language Writing (3)

Problems in teaching second language composition. Survey materials; use, modification, and development. Error analysis. Pre: consent.

SLS 613 Second Language Listening and Speaking (3)

Key issues; overview and critique of published materials; practice in developing syllabi and other materials. Pre: consent.

SLS 612 Alternative Approaches to Second Language Teaching (3)

Examination, comparison with conventional approaches; interpersonal relationships in language teaching. Pre: consent

SLS 610 Introduction to Teaching Second Languages (3)

Survey and analysis of second language teaching traditions and perspectives. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

SLS 600 Introduction to Second Language Studies (3)

Introduction to basic professional and research issues in second language studies; integration of theory, research, and practice for prospective second or foreign language teachers and researchers. Pre: graduate standing or consent. (Fall only)

SLS 499 Directed Reading/Research (V)

For interdisciplinary studies majors. Pre: a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 or a minimum GPA of 3.0 in major, or consent of department chair. Repeatable unlimited times.

SLS 311 Second Language Testing (3)

Measurement and evaluation of achievement and proficiency in second
language learning. Pre: 302 or 303 (or concurrent), or consent.

SLS 485 Professionalism in SLS (3)

Capstone for SLS majors. Reflection on experiences via the major, articulation of professional values, exploration of diverse approaches to professionalism in SLS, and formal compilation of a professional portfolio. SLS majors only. Senior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 302 and 303.

SLS 480 (Alpha) Topics in Second Language Studies (3)

Variable topics in special areas of second language studies: (E) second language learning; (N) second language analysis; (P) second language pedagogy; (R) second language research; (U) second language use. Repeatable three times in different topics. Pre: 302 (or concurrent) for (E), (N), (R), (U); 303 (or concurrent) for (P). Not applicable toward graduate degrees offered within SLS.

SLS 475 Practicum for Future Language Professionals (3)

Students observe and assist mentor teachers (minimum of 40 hours) at cooperating schools in multilingual contexts, examining the intersection of theory and practice in language learning and teaching and applying knowledge from other SLS courses. A-F only. Pre: 302 and 303.

SLS 460 English Phonology (3)

Introduction to English phonetics and phonology. Includes an emphasis on the oral presentation of key phonological concepts and provides experience in English pronunciation tutoring. Pre: 302 (or concurrent) or 600 (or concurrent).

SLS 601 Language Concepts for Second Language Learning and Teaching (3)

Language analysis— phonology, syntax, semantics, discourse for teaching second languages.

SLS 430 Pidgin and Creole English in Hawai‘i (3)

Major historical descriptive, pedagogical aspects; pidgin and creole languages, linguistic change, language variation. Work with actual language data. Laboratory work required. 

SLS 418 Instructional Media (3)

Theoretical foundation and practical applications of using electronic and audiovisual media in second language teaching. Pre: 303 (with minimum grade of C), or 600 (with minimum grade of B or concurrent); or consent.

SLS 408 Multilingual Education (3)

Survey and analysis of current thinking and practices in multilingual and multicultural education, including bilingual education; special emphasis on ESL/EFL. Includes an emphasis on instruction in writing. Pre: 302 or consent.

SLS 313 Techniques in Second Language Teaching: Listening and Speaking (3)

Methods and materials. Issues in teaching; survey of available materials and practice in their adaptation. Includes an emphasis on instruction and feedback in oral communication. Pre: 302 (or concurrent).

SLS 312 Techniques in Second Language Teaching: Reading and Writing (3)

Methods and materials. Issues in teaching; survey of available materials and practice in their adaptation. Includes an emphasis on instruction and feedback in oral communication. Pre: 302 (or concurrent).

SLS 303 Second Language Teaching (3)

Survey of methodology; basic concepts and practices; emphasis on teaching second languages through oral instruction. Pre: 302 (or concurrent).

SLS 302 Second Language Learning (3)

Theoretical foundations for the learning and teaching of second/ foreign languages. Includes an emphasis on instruction in writing. Pre: upper division standing.

SLS 280 Bilingualism: Cognition and Culture (3)

Introduction to bi-/multilingualism as a phenomenon at the level of society and as a characteristic of individual speakers; discussion of recent media reports and popular myths about bilingualism in relation to research-based evidence.

SLS 250 Topics in Learning and Using Second Languages (3)

Reviews practices of second language learning, use, and maintenance. Introductory exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in the class schedule. Repeatable one time for different topics, up to six credits with consent.

SLS 218 Introduction to Second Language Learning and Technology (3)

Introduction to the use of technology in second language learning; pros and cons of specific new applications and established technologies; project-based and oriented; developing multilingual/ multicultural understanding through technology. Includes an emphasis on instruction in writing.

SLS 150 Learning Languages and Communicating Interculturally in a Global Multilingual World (3)

Historical/global perspective on being/becoming multilingual/multicultural, encompassing cases of second language learning, teaching, use, growth, change, loss across the world, ancient times to present, supporting individuals’ motivations and abilities concerning second languages and cultures.

SLS 130 Introduction to Pidgin in Hawai‘i (3)

Introduction to contemporary Pidgin in Hawai‘i, in relation to the role of Hawaiian and Languages of the Asia-Pacific region; language rights; sociolinguistics of Pidgin and Hawaiian in institutional, educational, and interpersonal contexts. DS

SNSK 685 Advanced Readings in Sanskrit (3)

Advanced study of Sanskrit literature (kâvya) and systematic thought (sâstra), alongside reading and discussion of scholarship on these topics. Specific content will change each semester. Repeatable unlimited times for different topics. Pre: intermediate-level SNSK (or equivalent). Contact instructor with questions.

SNSK 482 Fourth-Level Sanskrit (3)

Continuation of 481.

SNSK 481 Fourth-Level Sanskrit (3)

Continuation of 382. Reading, analysis, and interpretation of various Vedic or Sanskrit texts selected according to students’ interests. Pre: 382.

SNSK 382 Third-Level Sanskrit (3)

Continuation of 381. Introduction to Veda.

SNSK 381 Third-Level Sanskrit (3)

Continuation of 282. Reading and analysis of various classical texts. Pre: 282.

SNSK 202 Intermediate Sanskrit II (3)

Continuation of 201. Pre: 201.

SNSK 201 Intermediate Sanskrit I (3)

Continuation of 102. Reading and analysis of classical texts with review of grammar. Pre: 102.

SNSK 101 Introduction to Sanskrit I (3)

Introduction to basic Sanskrit grammar; reading and analysis of progressively difficult classical texts.

SAM 461 Traditional Samoan Literature (3)

A survey of the major genres of traditional Samoan literature. Taught in the Samoan language. Pre: 302 or consent.

SAM 452 Structure of Samoan (3)

Study of modern Samoan grammar including some sociolinguistic background. Pre: 202 or LING 102, or consent.

SAM 432 Samoan Oral Traditions II (3)

Continuation of 431. Pre: 431 or consent.

SAM 431 Samoan Oral Traditions (3)

Historical survey and analysis of the oral traditions and genealogies of Samoa with special emphasis on the relationship of these traditions with Samoan ceremonial speech. Pre: 302.

SAM 422 Samoan Ceremonial Speech (3)

Continuation of 421. Pre: 421 or consent.

SAM 421 Samoan Ceremonial Speech (3)

Development of oratory skills in Samoan ceremonial speech. Emphasis on institutionalized applications such as the kava ceremony and formal speechmaking. Pre: 302 or 322, or consent.

SAM 322 Samoan Conversation: Contemporary Contexts (3)

Systematic practice on various topics for control of spoken Samoan in modern contexts. Pre: 202 or equivalent; or consent.

SAM 321 Samoan Conversation: Traditional Contexts (3)

Systematic practice on various topics for control of spoken Samoan in traditional contexts. Pre: 202 or equivalent; or consent.

SAM 302 Third-Level Samoan: Contemporary Culture (3)

Continuation of 202. Advanced reading and composition with development of language structure integrated in a variety of communicative and creative activities based on selected contemporary cultural topics. Pre: 202 or consent.

SAM 301 Third-Level Samoan: Traditional Culture (3)

Continuation of 202. Advanced reading and composition with development of language structure integrated in a variety of communicative and creative activities based on selected traditional cultural topics. Meets three times weekly; additional lab work. Pre: 202 or consent.

SAM 227 Overview of Samoan Literature in English (3)

Survey of major writers of Samoan literature in English; lectures, discussions, short paper.

SAM 202 Intermediate Samoan (4)

Continuation of 201. Pre: 201 or consent.

SAM 201 Intermediate Samoan (4)

Continuation of 102. Meets four hours weekly. Intermediate-level reading, writing, and conversation practice. Pre: 102. 

SAM 102 Elementary Samoan (4)

Continuation of 101. Pre: 101 or consent.

SAM 101 Elementary Samoan (4)

Listening, speaking, reading, writing skills. Structural points introduced inductively. History and culture. Meets four hours weekly.

RUS 499 Directed Reading/Research (V)

Independent study of approved reading with faculty supervision. Repeatable up to six credits. A-F only. Pre: 303 (or equivalent), consent or departmental approval.

RUS 495 Seminar (3)

Literary or linguistic topics, movements, genres, or their representatives. Repeatable unlimited times with consent. Pre: consent of chair.

RUS 460 Intensive Fourth-Level Russian Abroad (V)

Intensive advanced courses of formal instruction on the fourth-year level in Russian language and culture in Russia. Pre: 360 or equivalent.

RUS 452 Topics in 19th- and 20th-Century Russian Literature (3)

Continuation of 451. Pre: 312, LLEA 352, or consent.

RUS 451 Topics in 19th- and 20th-Century Russian Literature (3)

Focus upon the selected writings of one major Russian writer of the 19th century (e.g., Pushkin, Gogol, Lermontov, Dostoevsky, or Tolstoy) or 20th century (e.g., Bely, Blok, Bulgakov, Chekhov, Pasternak, Sholokhov, or Solzhenitsyn). Repeatable unlimited times with consent. Pre: 312, LLEA 351; or consent.

RUS 442 Russian Novel (3)

Origin and development from 18th century to present. Pre: three years of Russian language or consent.

RUS 441 Russian Short Story (3)

Origin and development (19th and 20th century); the major writers. Pre: three years of Russian or consent.

RUS 431 Russian Folklore (3)

Selected Russian folk narratives, bylinas, songs, and proverbs. Influence of folklore on major Russian authors. Pre: 312 or consent.

RUS 419 Advanced Reading of Russian Press (3)

Materials from Soviet/Russian newspapers and magazines. Pre: 311 or consent.

RUS 418 Advanced Reading and Translation: Modern Prose (3)

Readings in various fields, emphasizing idiomatic usage. Pre: 312 or consent.

RUS 404 Advanced Conversation and Composition (3)

Continuation of 403. Pre: 403.

RUS 403 Advanced Conversation and Composition (3)

Systematic practice on selected topics; vocabulary building and development of fluency; writing short reports, narratives. Pre: 304 or consent.

RUS 399 Directed Reading (V)

Independent study of approved reading with faculty supervision. Repeatable two times or up to six credits. A-F only. Pre: 202 and consent and departmental approval.

RUS 360 Intensive Third-Level Russian Abroad (V)

Intensive course of formal instruction on the third-year level in Russian language and culture in Russia. Pre: 202 or 260.

RUS 312 Readings in Russian Civilization and Literature (3)

Continuation of 311. Pre: 311.

RUS 311 Readings in Russian Civilization and Literature (3)

Mid-level readings in Russian civilization and literature of edited and adapted texts. Pre: 202.

RUS 306 Russian Structure (3)

Advanced grammar; complexities of standard contemporary Russian; word formation and verb system. Pre: 202 or consent.

RUS 304 Advanced Russian (3)

Continuation of 303.

RUS 303 Advanced Russian (3)

Systematic practice for control of spoken and written Russian, vocabulary building, fluency in various subjects, accuracy in sentence structure, phrasing stylistic appropriateness. Pre: 202.

RUS 260 Intensive Intermediate Russian Abroad (V)

Intensive course of formal instruction on the second-year level in Russian language and culture in Russia. Pre: 102.

RUS 209 Russian Phonetics (3)

Basic theory of Russian sound system; practice in pronunciation, intonation, and fluency. Pre: 102 or 201 (or concurrent).

RUS 202 Intermediate Russian (3)

Continuation of 201. Pre: 201 or consent.

RUS 201 Intermediate Russian (3)

Reading, conversation, grammar, composition. Pre: 102 or consent.

RUS 102 Elementary Russian (3)

Continuation of 101. Pre: 101 or consent.

RUS 101 Elementary Russian (3)

Conversation, reading, writing, grammar.

REPR 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: admission to candidacy (PhD program).

REPR 705 Special Topics in Reproductive Biology (V)

In-depth discussion of selected areas of reproductive biology, with special emphasis on recent research results and methodologies. May be retaken for credit. Pre: consent.

REPR 700 Thesis Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: admission to candidacy (master’s program).

REPR 699 Directed Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

REPR 611 Seminar in Biomedical Sciences (1)

Presentation and discussion of current research topics in biomedical sciences. Repeatable nine times. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as CMB 611)

REPR 499 Directed Reading/Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

REL 700 Thesis Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent of thesis chair.

REL 699 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

REL 695 Topics in Religious Studies (3)

Topics in the study of religion with special emphasis on theoretical approaches and concerns. Specific topics to be preannounced. Repeatable one time. Pre: 600 or consent. (Alt. years)

REL 688 Plan B Research (3)

Research for master’s degree Plan B. Restricted to students in the Religion Masters Program in Plan B. Enrollment must be approved by student’s project committee. A-F only. Pre: consent of committee.

REL 680 (Alpha) Pedagogy in Religion (3)

Theory, preparation, and practice in the teaching of religious studies at the community college level: (B) teaching religion; (C) teaching religion practicum. REL majors only. A-F only.Pre: 650 for (B); 600, 650 and (B) for (C).

REL 663 (Alpha) Seminar in Polynesian Religions (3)

Selected historical, thematic, and textual research topics in Polynesian and Hawaiian religious traditions: (B) Polynesian religions; (C) Hawaiian religion. Each alpha repeatable up to nine credits. A-F only.

REL 662 (Alpha) Seminar on South Asian Religions (3)

Selected historical, thematic, and textual research topics in Indian religious traditions: (B) Indian religions; (D) Indian Buddhism. Repeatable two times, up to nine credits for (B). A-F only

REL 661 (Alpha) Seminar on East Asian Religions (3)

Selected historical, thematic, and textual research topics in East Asian religions and traditions: (B) Chinese religions; (C) Japanese religions; (D) East Asian Buddhism. Repeatable up to six credits for (D), up to nine credits for (B) and (C). A-F only. Pre: 661B or 661C for (D).

REL 600 History and Theory of the Study of Religion (3)

Survey of development of history of religions; application of methodologies from anthropology, history, philosophy, political science, psychology, and sociology.

REL 499 Directed Reading or Research (V)

Repeatable up to six credits. A-F only. Pre: consent of instructor and department chair.

REL 495 Seminar in Religion (3)

Topics pre-announced each semester. Pre: upper division standing or consent. Repeatable one time.

REL 492 Polynesian Religions (3)

Introduction to field, comparison of several traditions; beliefs and practices from analysis of texts. Historical interactions with Christianity. Sophomore standing or higher.

REL 490 Buddhism in Japan (3)

Major features and trends in thought, institutions, and practices in the context of Japanese history and culture, 6th–20th century. Pre: 204 or 207, or consent.

REL 480 Field Methods in Religion (3)

Introduction to theoretical and methodological approaches to doing fieldwork in the study of religion. Application of these in studying Hawai‘i’s diverse religious environment. Pre: 300 or consent.

REL 478 New World Rituals and Ideologies (3)

Study of cross-cultural patterns in ritual behaviors and creolization of African, indigenous, and Iberian ideological frameworks in the Americas. Topics may include syncretic religions (voodoo, candomble), Andean Christianity, spiritual conquest, conceptions of death, etc. Sophomore standing or higher. Minimum C- required grade for prerequisites. Pre: LAIS 360, or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as ANTH 478 and LAIS 478)

REL 476 Daoism: Philosophy and Religion (3)

Seminar on religious Taoism, its historical development and its role in the present-day context. Sophomore standing or higher.

REL 475 Seminar on Buddhism (3)

Selected historical, thematic, and textual research topics in Buddhism; topics and geographical focus to be announced each semester.

REL 452 Sociology of Religion (3)

Seminar on research in sociological aspects of religious sectarianism, historical and current; special reference to Hawai‘i. Pre: SOC 300 or consent. (Cross-listed as SOC 455)

REL 445 Sacred Places (3)

Lectures and seminars provide a cross-cultural survey of sites which societies recognize as sacred and their cultural, ecological and conservation aspects. Junior standing or higher. Pre: consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as ANTH 445)

REL 444 Spiritual Ecology (3)

Lectures and seminars provide a cross-cultural survey of the relationships between religions, environment and environmentalism. Junior standing or higher. Pre: consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as ANTH 444)

REL 443 Anthropology of Buddhism (3)

Selected aspects of national, regional and local manifestations of Buddhism are explored through the perspective of anthropology with an emphasis on the daily lives of monks, nuns and lay persons in their socio-cultural contexts. Pre: 207, 422, 475, or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as ANTH 443)

REL 431 Health/Medicine in Religion (3)

Issues of health and disease in the light of religious beliefs and practices with a focus on ethical matters shaping policies in the U.S. and the world. A-F only.

REL 422 Anthropology of Magic, Witchcraft, and Religion (3)

Cults, legends, millennial movements, myths, possession, rituals, sacred healing, shamanism, sorcery, spirits, symbolism, witchcraft, and other forms of religious and symbolic expression and experience, from small scale to highly urban societies. Pre: ANTH 152. (Cross-listed as ANTH 422)

REL 409 Life and Teachings of Jesus (3)

Critical study of synoptic gospels and of extra-Biblical sources. Sophomore standing or higher.

REL 399 Directed Reading (3)

Pre: one 200-level REL course and consent.

REL 394 On Death and Dying (3)

Aspects of death and dying; relation to our culture and society, to understanding of each other and of ourselves. (Crosslisted as COA 394)

REL 390 Hawaiian Gods (3)

The traditions and practices related to one or more major indigenous gods, or class of gods, will be studied by the interpretation and analysis of primary texts. Develops written communication skills. Repeatable one time. Pre: 205 or consent. 

REL 383 Mysticism East and West (3)

Mystic traditions of the West from desert monasticism to
Renaissance mystics compared with those of South and East Asia. Focuses on the ethical lives of these mystics, and developing oral communication skills. Sophomore standing or higher.

REL 374 Classical Hindu Mythology (3)

Study of major myths of Epic Sanskrit literature, primarily with focus of the Ramayana and Mahabharata. Literary sources will be tapped for appreciating myths and epics, especially with reference to dharma, karma, ways of life. Sophomore standing or consent. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as IP 374)

REL 373 Vedic Hindu Mythology (3)

Study of major Hindu myths of the Vedic Sanskrit literature within the perspective of ancient Indian civilization. Literary sources will be tapped for understanding creation, cosmogony and celestial, atmospheric and terrestrial divinities. Sophomore standing or higher, or consent. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as IP 373)

REL 371 Prophecies of the Last Days (3)

In-depth look at ancient Judeo-Christian apocalyptic texts and the communities in which they originated, followed by a survey of the medieval and modern day heirs of apocalyptic traditions. Pre: 150 or consent.

REL 363 Religion and Art (3)

The uses of art in religion are studied with historical examples. Pre: 150 or consent.

REL 361 Love, Sex, and Religion (3)

Love and sex as themes in religions of Asia and the West. Pre: 150 or consent.

REL 356 Women and Religion (3)

Examining roles of, and attitudes toward, women in major religious traditions through autobiographies, films, and primary texts. Pre: 149 or WGSS 149 or REL 150 or HIST 151 or WGSS 151. (Cross-listed as WGSS 356)

REL 354 Islam in History (3)

Examination of the historical connections between Islam and other civilizations will focus on the role of Islam in world history. Pre: 150 or 209 or consent.

REL 353 Witches and Witchcraft (3)

Persecution of witches, witchcraft in Europe, 1300–1700, examined as crisis of church and theology; origins, effects on church and society. Pre: one of 201, HIST 151, HIST 152, PSY 100, or consent.

REL 352 Sufism: Mystical Traditions of Islam (3)

Introduction to the history, literature, and worldview of Sufism. Students will encounter the following topics in relation to Islamic mysticism: asceticism, monotheism, philosophy, love, union, sainthood, ecstatic experience, and spiritual uses of art. Pre: 209 or 383 or PHIL 330 or HIST 354, or consent. (Once a year)

REL 351 Christian Ethics in Modern Life (3)

The meaning of Christian faith for the moral life with reference to contemporary moral issues. Pre: 150 or 151, or consent.

REL 348 Religion, Politics, and Society (3)

Exploration of the diverse approaches and perspectives that American religious groups embrace in addressing controversial and diverse issues of contemporary American life. Emphasis on considering and discussing ethical approaches and practicing oral communication. DH

REL 345 Religion and Conflict in American History (3)

Analyzes selected historical examples of religious conflicts in America, discerning characteristic patterns of American religious discourse, and identifying the social structures, interests, and ethical principles at stake in conflicts about religion. Sophomore standing or higher. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as AMST 345)

REL 333 Cults and New Religions (3)

Study of cults and new religious movements in America, the Pacific, and East Asia; examining types, causes, and functions of these movements. Pre: 150 or consent.

REL 310 Global Christianity (3)

Christianity as a transcultural religion, through the study of Christian art, literature, ritual, and theology in diverse cultures; including the Near East, Africa, Latin America, and the Pacific. Pre: 150, 201, or 210; or consent. (Once a year)

REL 308 Zen (Ch’an) Buddhist Masters (3)

Study of lives, teachings, practices of Zen masters in China, Japan, Korea, and the West. Pre: one of 150, 203, 204, 207; or consent.

REL 303 Creation and Evolution (3)

An exploration of interactions between science and religion with a focus on cosmogonies. Pre: 150 or consent.

REL 302 Biblical Hebrew II (3)

Reading of selected prose passages from the Hebrew Bible; essay-based analysis of literary forms, with attention given both to stories important to the development of the Abrahamic religions and writing-based interpretation of religious traditions. Pre: REL/CLAS 301 with C- or better. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as CLAS 302) 

REL 301 Biblical Hebrew I (3)

Orthography and structure of Biblical Hebrew, history and development of Hebrew as the sacred language of Judaism, overview of religious and historical development of the Hebrew Bible. Pre: sophomore standing or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as CLAS 301)

REL 300 Myth, Religion, and Society (3)

Theories and methods used in the study of myth, ritual, and
religion. Sophomore standing or higher. (Cross-listed as CLAS 300) DH

REL 210 Understanding Christianity (3)

History of ideas concentrating on events, persons, and issues with the greatest impact on the evolution of Christianity.

REL 209 Understanding Islam (3)

Historical survey of the beliefs and practices of Islam as a world religion, including the prophet Muhammad, scriptures, philosophy and science, theology, law, major sectarian movements, relations with other religious traditions, and fundamentalism. (Alt. years)

REL 208 Understanding Judaism (3)

Survey from origin to modern times with an emphasis on writing-based analysis of Jewish thought in Talmudic and Medieval Periods. 

REL 207 Understanding Buddhism (3)

Survey of major forms and practices.

REL 205 Understanding Hawaiian Religion (3)

Major teachings and practices from ancient times to present, their cultural influence; analysis of religious texts; relation to other traditions of Oceania and to Christianity.

REL 204 Understanding Japanese Religions (3)

Broad survey, with primary focus on Shinto, Buddhist, and modern sectarian movements, analyzed in relation to social and cultural themes of major historical periods.

REL 203 Understanding Chinese Religions (3)

Taoist, Confucian, Buddhist and folk beliefs and practices in their social and historical context. Repeatable one time.

REL 202 Understanding Indian Religions (3)

Historical survey of the teachings and practices of major religious traditions of India.

REL 201 Understanding the New Testament (3)

Origin and development of early Christian message as set forth in the New Testament; special attention to Jesus and Paul.

REL 200 Understanding the Old Testament (Hebrew Bible) (3)

Examines the Old Testament (Hebrew Bible) as an expression of the religious life, history, and thought of ancient Israel and as a sacred text within later Judaism and Christianity.

REL 151 Religion and the Meaning of Existence (3)

Basic ideas and issues in contemporary religious thought about the meaning of existence.

REL 150 Introduction to the World’s Major Religions (3)

Buddhism, Christianity, Confucianism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, Shinto, Taoism and indigenous traditions of Hawai‘i and/or Oceania.

REL 149 Introduction to the World’s Goddesses (3)

Cross-cultural analysis of the religious narratives, beliefs, practices, iconography, and sacred sites related to female deities in the Americas, Polynesia, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe from prehistory to 1500 C.E. (Crosslisted as WGSS 149)

RE 674 Real Estate Investment Analysis (3)

Development of strategic business plans for the optimization of a firm’s real property assets. Includes facilities utilization audits, contingency planning, and the impact of new techniques.

RE 420 Real Estate Finance and Investment (3)

Financial and investment techniques used to evaluate real property and real estate security investments.

RE 399 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Reading and research in a special area within the major field under direction of faculty member(s). Project must include statement of objectives, outline of activities planned, results expected, and how they are to be reported and evaluated. Must be approved in advance by the department chair and faculty advisor. Repeatable unlimited times.

RE 390 Current Topics in Real Estate Analysis (3)

Consideration of various special concepts and problems in real estate. Repeatable unlimited times.

RE 340 Administration of Real Property Assets (3)

How business firms and investors manage their real property assets in terms of the legal, financial, and physical dimensions of real property. Case studies in hotels, condominiums, and office buildings in the environment in Hawai‘i. Business majors only.

RE 330 Real Estate Appraisal/Analysis (3)

Analysis of real property, including feasibility analysis, market analysis, income property capitalization, and general real estate valuation techniques.

RE 310 Real Estate and Environmental Law (3)

Property rights, land tenure, agency, contracts and negotiation theory, title conveyancing and escrow, mortgage instruments, fair housing, state and federal environmental policy.

RE 300 Principles of Real Estate (3)

Principles affecting the allocation and utilization of real estate resources, including legal, physical, economic elements; valuation; market analysis; finance; investments, and public and private externalities affecting the allocation and utilization of real estate resources.

QHS 699 Directed Research (V)

Directed research in quantitative health sciences. Students will work closely with a QHS faculty member or mentor who will guide them through the process of conducting a research study. Repeatable unlimited times. A-F only.

QHS 676 Biostatistical Consulting Practicum (V)

Under the supervision of biostatistics faculty members, students will have the opportunity to provide statistical
consultations to biomedical researchers and gain hands-on experience conducting biostatistical analysis in solving real-life analytic problems. Repeatable two times, up to six credits. A-F only. Pre: 675 (or concurrent) with a minimum grade of B.

QHS 675 Biostatistical Consulting (2)

Investigate the roles and responsibilities of the biostatistician as both consultant and collaborator with biomedical researchers, guide students in enhancing problem-solving and
communication skills, and provide opportunity to observe real-life biostatistical consultations. A-F only. Pre: 601 and 602 (or equivalent) with minimum grades of B, and consent.

QHS 670 Special Topics in Quantitative Health Sciences (V)

Special topics in quantitative health sciences. Reflects special research interest of QHS faculty or guest lecturers. Repeatable unlimited times. A-F only.

QHS 651 Secondary Data Analysis Practicum (2)

Introduces students to issues in working with complex data sets and adds the hands-on experience needed to conduct individual research using secondary databases. A-F only. Pre: (601 (or equivalent) and 650) with a minimum grade of B, which can be taken concurrently.

QHS 621 Design and Analysis of Clinical Trials (2)

Covers basic and advanced statistical methods utilized in clinical trials design, conduct, and data analysis. Topics cover statistician’s role in drug development and DSMB,
statistical theory in phases I-IV clinical trial designs and analysis. A-F only. Pre: 601 (or equivalent) with a minimum grade of B or consent.

QHS 620 Introduction to Clinical Trials (2)

Introduction to clinical trials. Topics include history, definitions/terminology, adverse events, FDA and government regulatory agencies, ethics; monitoring committees, recruitment, introduction to protocol development, basis designs. A-F only.

QHS 611 Bioinformatics II (3)

Focus on bioinformatics approaches for functional genomics related to DNA, RNA, and protein. It will provide of virus, bacteria, and human genome and bioinformatics approaches to human disease. A-F only. Pre: 610 (or equivalent) (with a minimum grade of B) or consent.

QHS 610 Bioinformatics I (3)

Provides fundamental concepts in bioinformatics with strong emphasis on hands-on training. Topics such as molecular biology, sequence alignment, biological databases, phytogeny,
and genomics including microarray and RNA-sequence analysis. Repeatable one time, but credit earned one time only. Open to nonmajors. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed with TRMD 653)

QHS 602 Generalized Linear Model (3)

Statistical theory of Linear Model and Generalized Linear Model, algorithms use for estimation, inference concepts, and assessment of goodness-of-fit. Covers Proportional Hazard Model and Generalized Estimating Equations. A-F only. Pre: 601 (with a minimum grade of B) or consent.

QHS 601 Fundamentals of Biostatistics (3)

Fundamental biomedical statistics concepts and tools will be introduced, as well as their applications to biomedical data. Students will perform hands-on analysis using statistical software and learn to interpret and present the results. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as TRMD 655)

PPC 340 Applied Principles of Environmental & Energy Policy (3)

Introduction to the methods and techniques of environmental and energy policy in relation to energy systems. Analysis of enacted policies from case studies to understanding the effectiveness, challenges, contradictions, and limitations of each. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: any 100 or 200 level OCN course, or consent. (Cross-listed as OCN 321 and SUST 323)

PUBA 330 Survey of Public Policy and Analysis (3)

Students will learn about the policy making process, the results of policy decisions and how public policy is assessed, analyzed, and responded to. Also discusses important policy issues that currently fill the political landscape. Junior standing or higher. A-F only.

PH 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Pre: consent.

PH 794 (Alpha) Exploration in Public Health (V)

Investigation of emergent fields of inquiry in public health. (B) biostatistics; (D) environmental health; (E) epidemiology; (H) health policy and management; (I) Native Hawaiian and Inigenous health; (S) social and behavioral health sciences; (U) public health. Repeatable unlimited times. PH majors only.

PH 793 Special Practicum/Project (V)

Supervised practical training beyond the required practicum in an area of particular interest. Provides additional opportunity to synthesize, integrate, and apply practical skills and knowledge in a public health work environment. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: completion of practicum and consent.

PH 792 (Alpha) Current Issues and Topics in Public Health (V)

Current and emerging issues and topics related to public health. (B) biostatistics; (D) environmental health; (E) epidemiology; (H) health policy and management; (I) Native Hawaiian and Indigenous Health; (S) social and behavioral health sciences; (U) public health. Repeatable unlimited times. PH majors only for (D) and (I).

PH 791 Advanced Public Health Practice (3)

Observation, study, and supervised practical work in student’s area of specialization. A-F only. Pre: public health degree candidate and completion of 15 PH credit hours and consent.

PH 789 Integrative Seminar (2)

Integrative seminar in public health required as part of the student capstone experience to bring together key aspects of their courses, competencies, and practicum. A-F only. Pre: completed PH field practicum and consent.

PH 788 Seminar in Public Health Sciences (V)

Topics related to recent developments in major areas; student and faculty research activities. Sections: (1) biostatistics; (2) environmental health; (3) epidemiology; (4) public health nutrition. Repeatable unlimited times.

PH 781 Environmental Health Lab Methods (2)

Hands-on training for laboratory methods used in monitoring and detecting environmental health risk factors; learning and application of immunological-, animal cell culture- and molecular biology-based techniques for studying environmental pathogens and toxic pollutants. A-F only. (Once a year)

PH 775 Public Health Proposal and Dissertation Writing (2)

Intended for doctoral students to complete and defend their proposals and dissertations. Research and presentation methods will be reviewed, and students will be provided critiques by instructor and classmates on their written and presented work. Repeatable two times. A-F only. Pre: consent or PhD in PH or EPID only.

PH 772 Research Practicum (V)

Hands-on research experience with a faculty mentor. Meet in small groups to discuss issues related to research in public health. Final project will be submission of a publishable quality paper. Graduate standing in PH only. A-F only. Pre: 602 and 623 and 655 and 663 and 681 and 770(Alpha), or departmental approval.

PH 771 Teaching Practicum (V)

Provide doctoral students with theoretical and practical teaching and course development experiences under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Students will have a portfolio documenting their accomplishments. Repeatable unlimited times. Graduate standing in PH only. A-F only. Pre: 602 and 623 and 655 and 663 and 681 and 770(Alpha), or departmental approval.

PH 770 (Alpha) Doctoral Seminar in Translational Research (3)

Required for students in the PhD PH program. (D) evidence-based public health; (E) health policy and leadership. A-F only. Pre: departmental approval. 

PH 765 Health Program Evaluation (3)

Examines advanced principles of and frameworks for evaluation. Students integrate utilization-focused evaluation methods to improve service delivery and quality, outcomes and impact to improve community and population health. A-F only.

PH 757 Evolution, Epidemiology, and Public Health (2)

Will explore several aspects of human health through the perspective of how natural selection and evolution influence disease risk, with the aim of improving treatment and prevention. Graduate students only. A-F only. Pre: 663 (with a minimum grade of B).

PH 756 Special Topics in Tropical Medicine (V)

Advanced instruction in frontiers of tropical medicine and public health. Repeatable unlimited times. Repeatable unlimited times. (Cross-listed as TRMD 705)

PH 755 Seminar in Tropical Medicine and Public Health (1)

Weekly discussion and reports on current advances in tropical medicine and public health. Repeatable unlimited times. (Cross-listed as TRMD 690)

PH 754 Neuroepidemiology (3)

Lecture/discussion providing an overview of the epidemiology of neurological and neurodegenerative diseases and their risk factors, and methodological considerations for the study of these diseases. Pre: 663 or consent. (Fall only)

PH 753 Survival Analysis (3)

Construction and interpretation of various types of life tables, treatment of censored data, proportional hazards, relative risk regression models, and parametric survival analysis. Pre: 655 or consent.

PH 752 Applied Longitudinal Data Analysis (3)

Covers modern methods for longitudinal data analysis. Topics include random effects and growth curve models, generalized linear models for longitudinal data including generalized estimating equations, and generalized linear mixed models. A-F only. Pre: 656 and 658, or consent.

PH 751 Social Epidemiology (3)

Examine the epidemiologic study of the social distribution and social determinants of states of health, including the identification of social-environmental exposures and their relation to physical and mental health outcomes. Repeatable one time. A-F only.

PH 750 Health Behavior Change (3)

Provide an understanding of the relationship between health behaviors and outcomes including psychological, physiological, and quality of life aspects. It will also focus on the major theories of behavior and behavior change. Emphasis will be placed on understanding concepts, principles, explanations, and how these are translated into practical interventions for adoption and maintaining behavior change. A-F only. Pre: 623 or consent.

PH 749 Epidemiology of Diabetes and Obesity (2)

Provides an overview of the epidemiology and prevention of metabolic syndrome, diabetes, and associated complications. Discusses methodological issues associated with evaluating these in epidemiologic studies. A-F only. Pre: 663 or consent. (Cross-listed as FSHN 749)

PH 748 Chronic Disease Epidemiology (3)

Will cover selected topics in chronic diseases with critical analysis of the current epidemiologic literature. Methodologic issues, contemporary findings and recommendations for future research will be discussed. A-F only. Pre: 663 or consent.

PH 747 Statistical Methods in Epidemiological Research (3)

Multiple variable statistical methods currently used in chronic disease epidemiology. Logistic regression, conditional logistic regression, proportional hazards regression modelling, generalized estimating equation-based methods, delta method approximations, exact tests. Pre: 656 and 658 and 664.

PH 742 Qualitative Research for Public Health Sciences (3)

Provides a basic understanding of qualitative research approaches, methodologies, and techniques and for public health research and practice (needs assessment, program development, and evaluation strategies). Graduate students only.

PH 729 Survey Methods for Indigenous People (V)

Advanced application of health disparities research methodologies to address health and social injustices faced by Indigenous people. Grounded in survey design, implementation, and analyses through a public health and Indigenous lens. PH majors only or consent. Graduate students only. A-F only. 

PH 728 Indigenous Applied Research Methods (V)

Qualitative research methods design, implementation, and analysis with special focus on methodological, ontological, and ethical issues unique to conducting research with Indigenous communities. PH majors only. A-F only.

PH 704 Community-Based Participatory Research (3)

Explores ways academic and lay communities collaborate on research, key theoretical perspectives in the development of CBPR, and the challenges in implementing CBPR approaches. Format includes lectures, discussions, readings, writing assignments, and a fieldwork project. A-F only.

PH 702 Health Promotion Research (3)

Focus on research methods commonly used in health promotion. Topics will include randomized trials, quasi-experimental design, sampling, measurement, and correlational studies. Labwork will focus on the use of SPSS to analyze data for applied research problems. A-F only. Pre: 623 and 655, or consent.

PH 701 Health Communication (3)

Skills-oriented course introduces the basic structure of health communication strategies in different settings, selected elements of communication theory, the development of health communication material, and a practical training in motivational counseling skills. Pre: 623 or consent.

PH 700 Thesis Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

PH 699 Directed Reading/Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

PH 695 Promoting Physical Activity (3)

Overview of the theoretical and applied study of physical activity epidemiology. Physical activity content includes benefits, factors that influence, levels, valid instruments to assess, and programs to promote physical activity. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as KRS 695)

PH 691 Fundamentals of Environmental Epidemiology (2)

Examines the complex relationship between environmental contaminants and human health. Emphasis on environmental epidemiology study design, environmental exposure monitoring and risk assessment, disease and environmental exposure mapping, and spatial data analysis and modeling with GIS. A-F only. (Once a year)

PH 690 Global Health Challenges (3)

Addresses critical, contemporary, and transnational issues best addressed by cooperative international action. Health issues are examined in the context of intersecting effects of limited resources, socioeconomics, politics, and environmental change. A-F only. (Once a year)

PH 689 Nutritional Epidemiology (3)

Dietary, biochemical, anthropometric and clinical methods used for evaluating nutrition and diet in the etiology and epidemiology of disease. Pre: 663 and FSHN 685, or consent. (Cross-listed as FSHN 689)

PH 688 Indigenous Peoples’ Food Systems, Environment and Health (3)

Explores Indigenous Peoples’ food systems as local food resources Indigenous People acquire through specific cultural knowledge of traditional territories. Global forces transforming these food systems and their impact on population health and nutrition are explored. PH majors or consent. Graduate students only. (Cross-listed as FSHN 688)

PH 686 Advanced Child and Adolescent Nutrition (3)

Addresses nutrition, growth, and development in children and adolescents and nutrition-related issues, such as childhood obesity and chronic disease risk factors, with a focus on current research in the Pacific region. Pre: FSHN 370 or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as FSHN 686)

PH 684 Supplemental and Nutritional Approaches in Disease Prevention and Treatment (3)

Examines a variety of issues associated with nutritional and supplemental approaches to reduce disease incidence, morbidity, and mortality in relation to public health prevention strategies. PH majors only. (Cross-listed as FSHN 684)

PH 683 Global Nutrition (2)

Examination of global food and nutrition problems, programs, issues, policies, and strategies for improvement. A-F only. Pre: statistics and consent. (Alt. years: fall) (Cross-listed as FSHN 683)

PH 681 Environmental Determinants of Health (3)

Environmental factors in personal and community health; implications for public health practice. Consideration of major issues from local, U.S., and international perspectives.

PH 680 Health Emergencies in Large Populations (3)

Health Emergencies in Large Populations is run by the Center for Excellence in Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance and the Red Cross. It provides knowledge, practical skills, and networking for global health practitioners. A-F only.

PH 677 Managing Global Health Service Delivery (3)

Provides knowledge, skills, attitudes and resources that health managers require to manage and maintain the quality of partnerships, facilities, programs, community services, people, drugs, and information in limited resources settings. PH majors only. A-F only.

PH 676 Hawai‘i Public Health Policies on Infectious Diseases (1)

Examines quarantine/ isolation of patients infected with Hanson’s disease. Focus on PH policies before 1823 and after; analysis of other infections in Hawai‘i and the world to examine differences in policies and their effect on the public. Graduate students only. Repeatable one time. A-F only.

PH 675 Community Engaged Research and Practice (2)

Explores collaborative and engaged approaches with communities in public health research and practice. With a focus on Indigenous Peoples’ health, we delve into Indigenous knowledge and empowerment in evaluation, needs assessment, intervention, and health promotion. PH majors or consent. Graduate students only. Pre: 655 and 673.

PH 674 Advanced Native Hawaiian Health Determinants (3)

Applications of evidence-based knowledge about the social determinants of health in the formation of research, policy, and program development for improving population health and reducing health disparities for Native Hawaiians. A-F only.

PH 673 Native Health Ethics, Law, and Policy (3)

Review theories and laws concerning health care ethics, policy, and practice using Indigenous case studies. Topics include Indigenous health systems, advocacy, and the intersecting issues of self-determination, ethics, agenda setting, and the policy cycle. A-F only. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as LAW 594)

PH 672 Leading and Managing Health Programs (3)

Assess how to organize community partnerships to create and communicate a shared vision for a changing future; discuss solutions to organizational and community challenges; maximize motivation to reach public health goals. A-F only.

PH 671 Community and Public Health Practice (2)

Community organization and development applicable to the delivery of health services. Understanding community dynamics, mobilizing community groups for effective health care practice and delivery. Pre: 647 or consent. (Cross-listed as SW 674)

PH 669 Epidemiological Study Design Critique (2)

Critique of study design using published public health literature. Emphasis on exchange of ideas, alternative approaches; stresses epidemiology as science of public health. Repeatable unlimited times. A-F only. Pre: 663 or consent.

PH 667 Infectious Disease Micro II (3)

Will cover different families of animal viruses of importance to human diseases. The genome, structure, replication, as well as host immune responses, epidemiology, clinical features, and animal models will be presented. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: TRMD 604 and MICR 351, or consent. (Cross-listed as TRMD 605)

PH 666 Seminar in Infectious Disease Control (3)

Strategies for controlling important infectious diseases in the Pacific area. Emphasis on epidemiology, ecology, and public health principles. Pre: 663 (or concurrent) and one semester in microbiology, or consent.

PH 665 Concepts in Immunology and Immunopathogenesis (2)

Immunological concepts relating to infectious diseases and host pathogen interactions. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: MICR 461 (or equivalent) or consent. (Cross-listed as TRMD 604)

PH 664 Principles of Epidemiology II (3)

Lecture/discussion on: design and interpretation of experimental and observational studies; causation and casual inference; biases in study design; random error and statistics role in epidemiology; and epidemiological data analysis. A-F only. Pre: 655 and 663, or consent.

PH 663 Principles of Epidemiology I (3)

Introduction to epidemiologic principles and methods. Topics covered include: outbreak investigation, measures of morbidity and mortality, measurements of risk, biological variability, screening, measurements of error, sampling, statistical significance, study design, and association and causation.

PH 659 Methods of Demographic Analysis (3)

Statistical evaluation and analysis of population data; data sources; population growth; composition; standardization of rates; mortality and the life table; nuptiality and fertility; distribution, migration, and urbanization; projections and stable population theory. (Cross-listed as SOC 659)

PH 658 Computer Applications in Public Health (3)

Applications of computers to problems common to public health. Emphasis on data analysis and processing using existing computer programs.

PH 656 Biostatistics II (3)

Poisson distribution, Fisher’s exact test, contrasts in ANOVA, two way ANOVA, multiple linear regression and analysis of covariance, path analysis, logistic regression, method of maximum likelihood, likelihood ratio tests. Pre: 655, completion of one semester of calculus; or consent.

PH 655 Biostatistics I (3)

Introduction to statistical methods for public health sciences. Probability, experimental design, t tests and analysis of variance, 2X2 contingency tables, linear regression, introduction to life tables.

PH 653 Global Health and Human Security (3)

Provides the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to successfully manage health security crises and protect human vulnerability in the global context with a special focus on problems with high likelihood and risk in the Pacific.

PH 652 Interdisciplinary Seminar (1)

Topics such as contemporary issues in global health and population studies, international health programs, demographic methods, global economy and health, human right and humanitarian assistance, social justice, global environmental changes and health. Pre: consent.

PH 650 Ecological Epidemiology (2)

Applications of population biology, pathogen/host life history, and population genetics to infectious disease epidemiology, including micro- and macroparasites, and implications to disease control and prevention of strategies. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Alt. years: spring) (Cross-listed as TRMD 650)

PH 649 Needs Assessment (3)

Knowledge and skills acquisition in conducting needs assessment in public health practice.

PH 648 Program Planning, Management, Evaluation, and Leadership (3)

Foundation to inform, educate, and improve health for individuals, communities, and populations. Knowledge/acquisition of skills through program planning, management, evaluation and leadership that span the social-ecological range from individual-level to population-level programs. EPID and PH majors only. A-F only.

PH 646 Grant Writing in Public Health (2)

Lecture/discussion on grant writing with public health focus. Includes basic components of grant proposals, assessing appropriate funding opportunities, data sources/resources for justifying grants, and the funder’s perspective. Student will prepare a brief foundation grant proposal. A-F only. (Once a year)

PH 641 Advanced Topics in Health Policy (3)

Examines major federal and local policies that impact health and health care delivery in the U.S. and other nations; considers effectiveness of these policy-making institutions for improving population health; covers methods in policy analysis. A-F only. Pre: 602 or consent.

PH 635 Indigenous Health Seminar (3)

Examines public health through an Indigenous lens, integrates competencies across all public health disciplines, and will apply them in context of working for and with Indigenous communities to improve health and wellness. PH majors or consent. Graduate students only. A-F only. (Fall only)

PH 633 Indigenous Health Activism (1)

Examines how Indigenous Peoples and their allies (individually and collectively) accomplish social change in society. A-F only. Graduate students only. Pre: consent of instructor.

PH 630 Cultural Competency in Health Care (3)

Presents both analytical and practical approaches to cultural competency domains, concepts, models, frameworks, patterns and communication that occur in cross-cultural healthcare situations. A-F only.

PH 626 Health Economics (3)

Integrated concepts in health economics and its application towards health policy issues; market failures in health care; factors affecting U.S. health care spending potential impact on equity/efficiency stemming from changes in health care delivery. A-F only. (Once a year)

PH 623 Introduction to Health Promotion Theory and Methods (3)

Individual and community health; implications for public health practice, individual and social change processes.

PH 610 Public Health Biology (3)

Writing-intensive asynchronous computer-based course examines biological processes and challenges relevant to the public health professional. Topics include anatomical, pathophysiological, and molecular bases of public health; genetics, immunology, ethics; disease prevention, control, and management. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as CMB 610)

PH 602 U.S. Health Care Services and Policy (3)

Overview of the historical, conceptual, ethical and political context for health care delivery in the U.S. Explores current trends, practices and issues in the delivery of health care services in both private and public sector.

PH 600 Public Health Foundations (V)

Focus will provide a broad introduction to the field of public health and orientation to overarching issues in the field. A-F only. (Fall only)

PH 499 Directed Reading/Research (V)

Repeatable up to six credits. PH majors only. Junior standing or higher.

PH 492 (Alpha) Current Issues and Topics in Public Health (V)

Current and emerging issues and varying topics related to public health. (B) biostatistics; (E) epidemiology; (H) health policy and management; (S) social and behavioral health sciences; (T) public health. Each alpha repeatable one time. Open to nonmajors. Sophomore standing and above. A-F only. Pre: 201.

PH 489 Public Health Undergraduate Capstone Seminar (3)

Synthesis of public health knowledge, skills, and practice acquired during the public health
undergraduate degree. Students also reflect on, finalize, and present written applied learning experience projects at a public form. Senior standing and higher. A-F only. Pre: completed public health applied learning experience and consent.

PH 485 Public Health Applied Learning Experience (3)

Allows students to execute an independent, mentor-supervised, applied learning project as implementation of skills learned in previous public health coursework. Applied project is a required component of the public health undergraduate degree program. Pre: 420 and 480.

PH 480 Application of Public Health Principles in Research and Practice (4)

Introduction to a diverse range of public health projects and associated methods while working to develop a written applied learning project literature review. Students will present their findings at a public forum. PH majors only. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 203 and 310.

PH 460 Social Determinants of Indigenous Peoples’ Health (3)

Examines indigenous peoples’ health inequities using social determinants of health framework: considers this approach within the historical, political, cultural, and social context of Indigenous population’s health status to generate solutions. A-F only. Pre: 201.

PH 445 Introduction to Environmental Microbiology (3)

Lecture/discussion. Will define the nature and biological activities of microorganisms in different environments and evaluate the effects of these microbes on human activities and health. Junior standing or higher. Pre: MICR 130 or MICR 351 or BIOL 171.

PH 435 Back to the Future: Aging in Today’s Society (3)

By 2050, more than a quarter of the world’s population will be 60 years of age or older. Explores what we know about aging today to encourage a lifetime of aging well. A-F only. Pre: 201 or SW 360 or WGSS 305 or PSY 100 or HDFS 230 or NURS 200; or consent. (Cross-listed as COA 435 and SW 435)

PH 430 Health Policy and Management (3)

Examines the role that health policy and management plays in population-based public health practice, including the delivery, quality, and costs of health care and the structure, process, and outcomes of health services delivery. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 201 and 202.

PH 422 Social Behavioral Health II: Health Promotion in Communities (3)

Introduction to health education and health promotion programming in public health, and to social/behavioral theories used to develop health interventions that affect communities, institutions, and policies. Introduction to common program planning models. A-F only. Pre: 420.

PH 420 Social Behavioral Health I: Health Promotion for Individuals and Groups (3)

Focus on the application of social and behavioral theory in health education, and how health promotion programs are constructed for various populations with an emphasis on cultural diversity and social determinants of health. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 202 and PSY 100. 

PH 411 Nutrition and Disease Prevention (3)

Lecture/discussion. Examines a variety of issues associated with the effects of diet on disease incidence, morbidity, and mortality in relation to public health prevention strategies. Junior standing or higher. Pre: 310.

PH 410 Advanced Epidemiology (3)

Students will gain a deeper understanding of the core concepts used in epidemiologic research and practice. Upon completion, students will have the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct an epidemiologic study. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 201 and 310.

PH 350 Introduction to Biostatistics (3)

Basic biostatistics methods in public health and biomedical research. Topics covered include data collection, data analyses, and interpretation of statistical results. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only.

PH 341 Public Health Biology and Pathophysiology (3)

Explores the biological basis of human disease and the role public health measures play in reducing both the extent and impact of chronic and acute diseases on individuals and society. A-F only. Pre: 201, and one of the following: BIOL 101 or BIOL 171 or BIOL 172 or PHYL 103 or PHYL 141 or FSHN 185.

PH 340 Public Health and the Environment (3)

Examines a variety of issues associated with environmental effects on disease incidence, morbidity, and mortality in relation to public health prevention strategies. Sophomore standing and above.

PH 330 The United States Health Care System (3)

Overview of the U.S. health care system. Topics will include health economics, health service expenditures, comparative health systems, health policy, and issues of cost containment, access, and quality of care. A-F only. Pre: 201.

PH 325 Youth Risk and Protection–Public Health Research, Practice, and Policy (3)

Application of public health, related to youth health risks and protective factors using an eco-developmental framework. A-F only. Pre: 201 and PSY 100.

PH 310 Introduction to Epidemiology (3)

Lecture/discussion on the fundamental principles of epidemiology, exploring patterns of disease, threats to health and EPI methods for prevention, control, and treatment. PH majors only. A-F only. Pre: 201, and 210 or MATH 140X or MATH 161 or higher; or instructor approval.

PH 305 Native Hawaiian Health Determinants (3)

Seminar to work with faculty in applying evidence-based knowledge on social determinants of health in the formation of research, policy, and program development for improving population health and reducing health disparities for Native Hawaiians. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 201 and 202. (Spring only)

PH 301 Seminar in Public Health Issues (3)

Seminar will explore current issues and case studies in epidemiology, issues and causes of chronic and infectious diseases, how the environment interacts with health, and how social and behavioral factors affect personal health.

PH 210 Quantitative Reasoning for Public Health (3)

Inductive and deductive reasoning; tabular, symbolic, verbal, and graphical forms of functions and relations; graphs and pictorial representations of data; interpretations of probabilistic data; surveys and statistical studies as related to public health. PH majors only. A-F only.

PH 203 Introduction to Global Health (3)

Introduction to the basic principles of global PH. Topics include the application of these principles to global PH issues, exploration of links between health, economic, and social status, health disparities and global interventions. A-F only. Pre: 201 and a FW course.

PH 202 Public Health Issues in Hawai‘i (3)

Application of general public health concepts and tools with broader public health issues as they relate to the State of Hawai‘i. A-F only. Pre: 201.

PH 201 Introduction to Public Health (3)

Introduces public health concepts with an emphasis on principles and tools for population health, disease prevention, health professions and healthcare systems, and public health professions and systems. A-F only.

PUBA 700 Thesis Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

PUBA 699 Directed Reading (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

PUBA 696 Capstone Seminar (3)

Culminates public administration core courses by incorporating theoretical, analytical, and practicum observations into examination of public issues of importance to Hawai‘i and the region. A-F only. Pre: (601, 602, 607) with a minimum grade of B.

PUBA 691 Certificate Practicum (3)

Students in the nonprofit management track of the certificate will learn by doing and observing in a nonprofit organization selected in consultation with the student’s advisor. PUBA graduate certificate students only. A-F only.

PUBA 690 MPA Practicum (3)

Placement in public, private, and nonprofit organizations to observe and analyze organizational functions and processes while undertaking projects of use to the host agency. Repeatable one time. PUBA majors only. A-F only. Pre: with a minimum grade of B: 602, 603, and 604.

PUBA 667 Special Topics (3)

Topics of current interest in the field of public service and public administration, taught by regular and visiting faculty. Repeatable for different topics up to six credit hours. A-F only. Pre: consent.

PUBA 641 Indigenous Governance (3)

Overview of indigenous governing systems, particularly in the Americas and the Pacific. Students will learn the legal frameworks and principles of these systems, and how services are provided to citizens. A-F only.

PUBA 640 International Perspectives on Public Administration (3)

Key dimensions of public administration systems on a global scale; historic and contemporary forces shaping national systems; the dimensions that distinguish them, the opportunities and constraints for comparison and the transfer of knowledge and experience. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing or departmental approval.

PUBA 631 Nonprofit Management Practices and Tools (3)

Skills and tools needed by nonprofit managers. Topics include but are not limited to grantwriting, strategic planning, business practices, program evaluation, and advocacy. A-F only. Pre: 630 or consent. (Spring only)

PUBA 630 Nonprofit Management (3)

Fundamental aspects of managing a nonprofit organization: overview of the nonprofit sector; mission and scope of nonprofit organizations; organizational structures and functions; resource and volunteer development; major management issues. A-F only Pre: graduate standing or consent. (Fall only)

PUBA 628 ICT Policy and Planning (3)

Processes and methods of planning appropriate to the information and communication sectors, including future economic, social, political, technical, and environmental perspectives. Pre: COM 611 (or concurrent) or consent. (Cross-listed as COM 660)

PUBA 627 Managing Workplace Diversity and Inclusion (3)

Examines rationales, impacts, and various dimensions of diversity and inclusion beyond race and gender. Students learn and apply public management tools used to foster workplace diversity and inclusion. A-F only. Pre: 606 (with a minimum grade of B) or consent.

PUBA 626 Collaboration for Public and Nonprofit Leaders (3)

Theories, skills, and tools needed to effectively manage networks in government and nonprofit organizations; explores how to administer, assess performance, and evaluate success in these dynamic new partnerships. Graduate students only or consent. A-F only.

PUBA 625 Law, Economics, and Public Administration (3)

Explore U.S. law as applied to public institutions using economic lens. Rationale of property, contract, and tort law; evolution of administrative law, economic efficiency of common law system, effects of legal rules on economic behavior. A-F only.

PUBA 622 Strategies of Change: Leaders and Leadership (3)

Explores the key elements of leadership in public settings by examining what leaders actually do, looking at popular media portrayals of leadership, and talking together with guests about the challenges of leadership, effective followership, and positive change. A-F only.

PUBA 621 The Political Environment of Public Organizations (3)

Seminar on the role of public managers in shaping public opinion and public policy. Using evidence from theory and practice presents students with tools for understanding management roles within a political context. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

PUBA 620 Reforming Public Organizations (3)

Looks at the challenges and opportunities for changing public organizations so that they may be more successful in meeting their public responsibilities and better places for people to work. Focus is on the creation of positive images of organization and effective change strategies. A-F only.

PUBA 601 Program Evaluation for Public and Nonprofit Organizations (3)

Methods for evaluating the effectiveness of programs in the public and nonprofit sectors; performance measurement to inform managerial decision making. (Fall only)

PUBA 609 Policy Analysis and Implementation (3)

Explore contemporary policy issues relating to public administration practice. Develop analytic techniques and models of public policy-making processes, administrative rules, and policy implementation strategies. Learn how social forces, political, and economic pressures influence policy orientation. PUBA majors only. A-F only. (Spring only)

PUBA 608 Public Budgeting (3)

Institutions and issues related to public-sector budgeting at federal, state, and local levels. Process of developing public budgets and constraints on public policy reflected in budgets. PUBA majors only. A-F only. (Fall only)

PUBA 607 Public Administration Research Methods (3)

Introduction to research methods for public administrators to understand the principles and methods used to conduct and analyze valid research. Examples are oriented to the field; theory and hands-on practice utilized. PUBA and PUBA Cert. majors only. Graduate students only. A-F only. Pre: 601. (Spring only)

PUBA 606 Public Administration Personnel Management (3)

Understand the pivotal role that effective human resource management (also known as personnel management) plays in improving organizational effectiveness. Topics include managing diversity, employment law and discrimination, performance appraisal, and labor-management relations. PUBA and PUBA Cert. majors only. Graduate students only. A-F only. (Spring only)

PUBA 605 Effective Communication in Public Administration (3)

Knowledge and skills to effectively communicate in the public sector. Focus on communication foundations and skills, levels and contexts of public sector communication, and handling challenges such as diverse and multi-cultural settings. PUBA and PUBA Cert. majors only. Graduate students only. A-F only. (Spring only)

PUBA 604 Leadership and Ethics (3)

Applies leadership and ethical theories to public and non-profit sectors, focusing on ethical leadership; emphasizes critical thinking to address value conflicts; and teaches moral reasoning as a practical professional skill. PUBA and PUBA Cert. majors only. Graduate students only. A-F only. (Fall only)

PUBA 603 Organizations: Theory and Change (3)

Explores characteristics and structural, human resources, political, and cultural frames of organizational theory. Focus on organizational change strategies and theories. Discusses how to use these frames and theories in everyday management of public service organizations. PUBA and PUBA Cert. majors only. Graduate students only. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as CEE 620)

PUBA 602 Introduction to Public Administration (3)

Develop a comprehension of the history and foundation of public administration. Topics include economic, political, and social dynamics; decision-making and leadership theories, management challenges, human resources, budgeting, program evaluation, policy, and technology. PUBA and PUBA Cert. majors only. Graduate students only. A-F only. (Fall only)

PUBA 499 Directed Reading and Research in Public Administration (V)

Independent research and reading on topics in public administration, public service, and community development. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

PUBA 495 Practicum and Internship (3)

The practicum and internship in Peace and Conflict Resolution provides an opportunity for students to apply the skills and concepts learned in earlier courses. Pre: any two other PACE courses or consent. (Cross-listed as PACE 495)

PUBA 424 Multicultural Leadership in Public Service (3)

Develop students’ culturally agile leadership to allow them effectively lead in work on international, regional, and local projects and problems of compelling public interest that cross cultures. Junior standing or higher. A-F only.

PUBA 360 Foundations of Nonprofit Management (3)

Broad overview of nonprofit organizations, including what it means to be a nonprofit, strategies of nonprofit organizations, and the management of nonprofits. Topics include advocacy, leadership, and evaluating success. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only.

PUBA 350 Research Methods for Policy Evaluation (3)

Explores methodological approaches to the evaluation of public policies and strengths and weaknesses of various social science research methods. Students will learn how to employ them to determine the effectiveness of various public policies. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 304, 330, or PLAN 310.

PSY 699 Directed Reading or Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

PSY 499 Directed Reading or Research (V)

Repeatable eight times, up to nine credits. Pre: 100 and consent of instructor.

PSY 496 Special Topics in Psychology (3)

Covers topics of current or special interest not covered in regular course offerings or advanced topics seminars. Repeatable two times. Pre: 100.

PSY 789 Community Psychology Research (3)

Supervised reading, discussion, research projects in areas of special interest. Repeatable unlimited times.

PSY 781 Community Psychology Seminar (3)

Repeatable unlimited times.

PSY 682 Practicum: Behavioral Change and Community (3)

Supervised experience in educational, mental health, correctional, consulting, or community action agencies. Pre: consent.

PSY 680 Cultural Community Psychology (3)

Graduate seminar on cultural considerations and issues in the history, methods, theories, interventions, and professional roles in community psychology. Small class size (up to 10). Open to graduate students.

PSY 489 Applied Psychology: Advanced Topics (3)

Coverage in-depth of some areas of theory and research. Repeatable to six credit hours. Pre: 100. (Cross-listed as EDEP 489)

PSY 385 Consumer Behavior (3)

Analysis of consumer behavior and motivation; principles of learning, personality, perception, and group influence, with emphasis upon mass communication effects. Pre: BUS 312 or consent. (Cross-listed as MKT 311)

PSY 280 Introduction to Community Psychology (3)

Examination of human functioning in social and ecological context. Topics include stress, health, intergroup relations, culture, ethnicity, social competence, and community empowerment. Pre: 100.

PSY 779 Research in Clinical Psychology (3)

Supervised reading, discussion, research projects in areas of special interest. Repeatable 30 times. Pre: consent.

PSY 778 Internship in Clinical Psychology (1)

Repeatable one time. Pre: consent of instructor.

PSY 776 Health Psychology: Behavioral and Biological Bases (3)

Psychological and biological bases of health psychology and behavioral medicine. Overview of cognitive, behavioral, and psychophysiological mechanisms; theories and methods of prevention in physical disease. Pre: 670 or consent.

PSY 775 Seminar in Psychological Therapies (3)

Repeatable unlimited times.

PSY 774 Seminar in Clinical Psychology (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

PSY 773 Seminar in Psychopathology (3)

Repeatable unlimited times.

PSY 772 Adult Treatment: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (3)

Training in cognitive-behavioral strategies for treating adults. Repeatable one time. Enrolled in Clinical Studies Program only. PSY major only. Pre: 670 or consent.

PSY 771 Child Treatment (3)

Psychological interventions for youth, as well as parent training. Repeatable two times. Pre: 670 or consent.

PSY 679 External Practicum (3)

This supervision-style class will cover cases and issues related to student’s clinic work, supervision, or educational goals while training in external practicum sites. Repeatable ten times. Pre: consent.

PSY 678 Adult Practicum (3)

Supervised clinical assessment and treatment of adults. Repeatable ten times, up to 33 credits. Pre: consent.

PSY 677 Child Practicum (3)

Supervised clinical assessment and treatment of children and adolescents. Repeatable ten times, up to 33 credits. Pre: consent.

PSY 676 Psychopathology (3)

Comprehensive study of the mental disorders across the lifespan. A-F only. (Once a year)

PSY 675 Treatment Research (3)

Idiographic and nomothetic approaches to clinical treatment research methods and findings. Pre: 670 (or concurrent) and 671, or consent.

PSY 673 Advanced Assessment (3)

Conceptual and methodological foundations of clinical applications of assessment. PSY majors only. A-F only. Pre: 671 and 672 and enrollment in Clinical Studies Program, or consent. (Once a year)

PSY 672 Introduction to Assessment II (3)

Administration and interpretation of cognitive-intellectual and personality assessment devices. A-F only. Pre: 670 and 671 or consent and enrollment in Clinical Studies Program.

PSY 671 Introduction to Assessment I (3)

Psychometric theory; ethics; diversity issues; principles and methods of cognitive-intellectual, neuropsychological, and personality assessment. A-F only. Co-requisite: 670 or consent.

PSY 670 Introduction to Clinical Psychology (3)

Preparation for becoming a clinical psychologist with emphasis on scientist-practitioner model, professional ethics, diversity and professional development. Pre: graduate student in psychology or consent of instructor.

PSY 479 Advanced Topics in Adjustment/ Treatment/Prevention (3)

In-depth coverage of some area of theory and research in clinical psychology. Repeatable to six credit hours. Pre: 270, 371 or consent.

PSY 478 Teaching Personal Development (6)

Supervised experience in leading a seminar in personal development. Pre: 170 and 12 additional credits in PSY and written consent.

PSY 477 Communicating Social Support (3)

Survey of major theories, concepts, research, and application regarding communication and social support in interpersonal relationships. (Cross-listed as COMG 490)

PSY 476 Health Psychology (3)

Psychological principles for understanding and dealing with wellness and illness. Theories and research on stress-related disorders; prevention of stress through lifestyle and healthy behaviors. Pre: 100 or consent. Recommended: 220 or 322.

PSY 371 Abnormal Psychology (3)

Nature and causes of psychological disorders. Pre: 100.

PSY 270 Introduction to Clinical Psychology (3)

History, theories, nature of psychological problems, methods of assessment, forms of intervention, current developments. Pre: 100.

PSY 170 Personal Development (3)

The application of psychology to the understanding, management, and enhancement of one’s life.

PSY 260 Psychology of Personality (3)

Scientific study of personality, its meaning, assessment, development, relation to cultural-social determinants. Pre: 100.

PSY 759 Research in Social Psychology (3)

Supervised reading, discussion, research projects in areas of special interest. Repeatable unlimited times.

PSY 751 Seminar in Social Psychology (3)

Repeatable unlimited times.

PSY 656 Social Psychology of Love and Sex (3)

Seminar in psychosocial aspects of human sexual relationships. Social psychology of cognitive, emotional and physiological arousal, interpersonal attraction, mate selection, and antecedents and consequences of intimate relationships. Pre: consent. A-F only. (Spring only)

PSY 655 Applied Social Psychology (3)

Problems in use of social psychology principles in human affairs; multidisciplinary considerations.

PSY 654 Psychology and Social Issues (3)

Conflict, dissent, community issues, problems; social change and its relation to mental disorder.

PSY 653 Cross-Cultural Psychology (3)

Application of psychological theories to cross-cultural phenomena; assessment of cross-cultural processes and social motivations; culture and personality; research evaluation and design.

PSY 650 Social Psychology (3)

Theories and research in social cognition and behavior.

PSY 459 Social Psychology: Advanced Topics (3)

In-depth coverage of some area of theory and research in social psychology. Repeatable to six credit hours.

PSY 352 Psychology of Human Sexuality (3)

Psychosocial aspects of human sexual relationships. Social psychology of emotional and physiological arousal, interpersonal attraction, and societal regulation of intimate relationships. Pre: 100.

PSY 351 Cross-Cultural Psychology (3)

Psychological theories and cultural systems; understanding of own and other cultures; psychological and cultural perception of social motivation; cultural similarities and differences in interpersonal relations. Pre: 100.

PSY 250 Social Psychology (3)

Cognitive, behavioral, and emotional effects of people: interpersonal relations, attribution, attitudes, group behavior, stereotypes, social roles, aggression, helping, self-concept; applications. Pre: 100.

PSY 749 Research in Developmental Psychology (3)

Supervised reading, discussion, research projects in areas of special interest. Repeatable unlimited times.

PSY 741 Seminar in Developmental Psychology (3)

Repeatable unlimited times.

PSY 642 Cognitive Development (3)

Familiarizes students with current research and theory in cognitive development through readings of original journal articles and monographs. Pre: 640 (or concurrent) or consent.

PSY 640 Developmental Foundations (3)

Historical, theoretical, and methodological foundations of developmental psychology.

PSY 449 Development Psychology: Advanced Topics (3)

In-depth coverage of some area of theory and research in developmental psychology. Repeatable to six credit hours. Pre: 240, 341, or consent

PSY 442 Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology (3)

Social and emotional maladjustment in children and adolescents, developmental disabilities, pediatric psychology, psychological interventions with children and adolescents. Pre: 100. Recommended: 240.

PSY 342 Adult Development and Aging (3)

Overview from a multidisciplinary, life-span perspective. Includes research techniques, personality development, family relationships, occupational attainment, death. Pre: 100. Recommended: 240. (Cross-listed as COA 342)

PSY 341 Social Development of Children (3)

Survey of the social and emotional development of children and adolescents. Pre: 240 or HDFS 230.

PSY 240 Developmental Psychology (3)

Emotional, mental, physical, social development from infancy to adulthood; interests and abilities at different age levels. Pre: 100.

PSY 739 Research in Psychology (3)

Supervised reading, discussion, research projects in areas of special interest. Repeatable unlimited times.

PSY 732 Seminar in Comparative Psychology (3)

Repeatable unlimited times.

PSY 731 Seminar in Physiological Psychology (3)

Repeatable unlimited times.

PSY 634 Behavioral Neuroscience (3)

Relation of central and peripheral nervous systems to behavior.

PSY 633 Psychopharmacology (3)

Basic principles of pharmacology as they apply to the brain and specific psychological disorders such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorders, schizophrenia, psychosis, memory, and drug use. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Once a year)

PSY 632 Selected Topics in Comparative Psychology (3)

Intensive review of comparative, communicative, sensory, or learning mechanisms in animals. Pre: 631.

PSY 631 Comparative Cognition (3)

Survey of the historical and contemporary study of cognition across species, including learning, memory, attention, navigation, reasoning, social interaction, and communication.

PSY 439 Psychobiology: Advanced Topics (3)

Indepth coverage of some area of theory and research in psychobiology, physiological psychology, or sensory processes. Repeatable to six credit hours. Pre: 100.

PSY 336 Sensation and Perception (3)

In-depth coverage of the basic principles involved in sensing and perceiving our environment. A-F only. Pre: 100.

PSY 333 Psychopharmacology (3)

Coverage of the principles of pharmacology in relation to the effects of drug actions on the brain and behavior. A-F only. Pre: 230 or consent. (Once a year)

PSY 331 Behavioral Neuroscience (3)

Coverage of the relationship between the brain and body on learning and memory, stress, motivated and regulatory behavioral functions, and mental disorders. A-F only. Pre: 230 or BIOL 172, or consent.

PSY 230 Introduction to Psychobiology (3)

Survey of study of behavior from a natural sciences viewpoint. Evolution, ethological analysis of behavior genetics, neural mechanisms, drugs and behavior, biological development. Pre: 100.

PSY 729 Research in Experimental Psychology (3)

Supervised reading, discussion, research projects in areas of special interest. Repeatable unlimited times.

PSY 722 Seminar in Learning (3)

PSY 721 Seminar in Experimental Psychology (3)

Repeatable unlimited times.

PSY 627 Thinking (3)

Provides an introduction to higher cognition (thinking and reasoning) and its foundations, particularly as they relate to the larger field of cognitive science. A-F only. (Alt. years)

PSY 626 Cognitive Psychology (3)

In-depth survey of the computational and representational structures and processes of cognition. Special attention devoted to consideration of the relationship between brain, mind, and computation. Pre: 325 or consent.

PSY 622 Principles of Learning (3)

Survey of the principles of learning, including important discoveries in the development of the study of learning, major theories, and both basic and applied research in contemporary literature.

PSY 429 Experimental Psychology: Advanced Topics (3)

In-depth coverage of some area of theory and research, in cognitive psychology. Repeatable to six credit hours. Pre: 100.

PSY 325 Cognitive Psychology (3)

Survey of cognitive processes involved in perception, attention, memory, language, problem-solving, reasoning, judgment, intelligence and consciousness, among others. Pre: 100 or consent.

PSY 324 Psychology of Emotion (3)

Survey of traditional views and leading theories, and research in related topics. Pre: 100. Recommended: 220 or 322.

PSY 322 Learning and Motivation (3)

Theoretical interpretations; survey of major theorists and contemporary controversial issues; major influences in classical and instrumental conditioning. Pre: 100. Recommended: 220.

PSY 225 Statistical Techniques (3)

Frequency distributions; graphic methods; central tendency; variability; correlation; reliability; tests of significance. Pre: 100.

PSY 220 Introduction to Behavioral Psychology (3)

Outline of basic learning principles. A general, unified approach to study of human personality and behavior. Based upon a learning conception; various areas of psychology and the other social sciences are treated. Pre: 100.

PSY 719 Research in Psychometrics (3)

Supervised reading, discussion, research projects in areas of special interest. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

PSY 711 Seminar in Quantitative Psychology (3)

Specific and newly emerging topics in statistics, including casual inference, analysis of missing data, and statistical machine learning. Content varies and focuses on advanced topics not covered in other PSY methods and statistics courses. Repeatable two times. PSY majors only. A-F only. Pre: 610 (with a minimum grade of B) or instructor consent.

PSY 619 Analysis of Multilevel Models and Longitudinal Data (3)

Theories and applications of analysis of nested (clustered) data. Topics include fixed and random effects, intra-class correlation, cross-sectional multilevel models, and multilevel models, and multilevel models with repeated measures and longitudinal data. Requires basic knowledge of regression.

PSY 618 Categorical Data Analysis (3)

Theories and methods for data analysis with categorical and discrete variables. Topics include contingency tables; logistic regression; log-linear models; and introduction to generalized linear models. Pre: 610, EDEP 604, or consent. (Cross-listed as EDEP 618)

PSY 617 Advanced Psychometrics (3)

Theories and applications of modern psychometrics. Topics include unidimensional and multidimensional models of item response theory, detecting biased items, measurement invariance, scaling methods, and current issues in psychometrics. Pre: 616, EDEP 616, or consent.

PSY 616 Measurement in Education and Social Sciences (3)

Test theories and applications in education and social sciences. Topics include the true score model; reliability; generalizability theory; validity; item response theory; and applications in research. Class requires knowledge in ANOVA and regression.

PSY 614 Multivariate Analysis (3)

Analysis of multiple dependent variables. Topics include multivariate normal distribution, Hotelling’s 72, multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA), discriminant analysis, cluster analysis, canonical correlation, and principal components analysis (PCA). Pre: 610, EDEP 604, or consent.

PSY 613 Factor Analysis and Structural Equation Models (SEM) (3)

Theories and applications to latent variables models. Topics include path analysis, exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis, structural equation models (SEM), multi-sample SEM, mean structure, latent growth curve models, and multilevel SEM. Requires basic knowledge of regression.

PSY 611 Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and Related Methods (3)

Introduction to ANOVA and its extensions from both traditional and general linear model approaches. Topics include single and multi-factor ANOVA, multiple comparisons, analysis of covariance (ANCOVA), and repeated-measures ANOVA.

PSY 610 Introduction to Regression (3)

Introduction to quantitative methods in behavioral sciences and the general linear model with a focus on regression. Topics include correlation, bivariate and multiple regression, mediation, and moderation. Requires basic statistics. (Meets PhD common inquiry methods requirement or elective.)

PSY 419 Psychometrics: Advanced Topics (3)

In-depth coverage of some area of theory, research, or methodology relevant to individual differences, measurement, or aspects of psychometrics. Repeatable to six credit hours. Pre: 100.

PSY 212 Survey of Research Methods (4)

(3 Lec, 1 2-hr Lab) Survey of standard methods and related conceptual issues employed in psychological research. Both experimental and non-experimental methods will be reviewed. Pre: 100.

PSY 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Research for doctoral dissertation. Repeatable unlimited times.

PSY 702 Seminar in History and Theory of Psychology (3)

PSY 701 Seminar in General Psychology (3)

PSY 700 Thesis Research (V)

Research for master’s thesis. Minimum of six credit hours is required. Repeatable six times up to seven credits.

PSY 600 Methodologic Foundations of Psychology (3)

Methods used in psychological research; observational, correlational, and experimental types of design.

PSY 409 General Psychology: Advanced Topics (3)

In-depth coverage of some area of theory and research. Repeatable to 6 credit hours. Pre: 100.

PSY 408 Teaching General Psychology (V)

Supervised experience. Pre: 100, at least 12 additional credit hours in psychology, and written consent. Repeatable one time. A-F only.

PSY 407 Practicum in Psychology (V)

Supervised psychological experience in school, clinic, hospital, industry, social welfare, government, etc. Pre: 100 and consent.

PSY 403 Seminar on the Psychology of Knowledge (3)

Selected topics in the psychology of knowledge and mind from Western and/or non-Western perspectives. Repeatable in different topics up to 9 credit hours. Pre: 100 and written consent.

PSY 402 History of Psychology (3)

Origin and development of contemporary points of view. Pre: 100. Recommended: 9 credit hours in psychology.

PSY 202 Psychology of Gender (3)

Survey of topics in psychology relevant to gender and its impact on the lives of women and men: socialization of gender, mental health, racial identity, majority-minority status, sexual orientation, life-span issues and violence. A-F only. Pre: 100 or WGSS 151. (Cross-listed as WGSS 202)

PSY 100 Survey of Psychology (3)

An overview of the field: psychophysiology, perception, learning, cognition, stress, personality, social psychology.

PSTY 599 Directed Reading/Research (V)

Pre: consent.

PSTY 595 Philosophy & Human Suffering (1)

To see how various philosophies and religions have tackled the question, “why is there suffering in the world?” Read short excerpts from “classic” texts and discuss in a welcoming atmosphere and draw own conclusions. Medical students only. CR/NC only. (Fall only)

PSTY 545 (Alpha) Electives in Psychiatry (V)

Senior medical student elective providing advanced instruction on the theory and methods of mental health research as well as supervised participation in an assigned research project in the Department of Psychiatry. (B) adult inpatient PSTY; (C) child PSTY; (D) forensic PSTY; (E) journal editing; (F) community mental health; (G) PSTY aspects of OBGN, PED, MED, SURG; (H) sub-internship in adult PSTY; (I) substance abuse; (J) PSTY aspects of rehab medicine; (K) PSTY aspects of SURG; (M) PSTY consult liaison; (N) post-traumatic stress disorder; (O) extramural elective in PSTY; (Q) geriatric PSTY; (R) rural child PSTY; (S) public and rural PSTY; (T) mental health research. CR/NC only. Pre: 531 or 532, and fourth-year standing.

PSTY 532 Psychiatry Longitudinal Clerkship (5)

Year-long clerkship in ambulatory setting, including knowledge, skills, attitudes for assessment, diagnosis, and management of psychiatric problems in medical practice, inpatient, and emergency room settings. Emphasis on development and application of psychosocial cultural formulations in all areas of psychiatric and medical practice. Repeatable two times. MD majors only. Pre: third-year standing and concurrent registration in 532 courses. Co-requisites: FMCH, MED, OBGN, PEDS, SURG 532 and SURG 535.

PSTY 499 Directed Reading/Research (V)

Individualized directed readings and/or research in mental health and psychiatry under the supervision of an instructor. Open to non-majors. Repeatable up to four times. A-F only. Pre: consent.

PRAK 482 Introduction to Prakrit II (3)

Continuation of 481.

PRAK 481 Introduction to Prakrit I (3)

Survey of principal Prakrit languages; selected readings and analysis. Pre: PALI 381, PALI 382, SNSK 281, and SNSK 282; or equivalent.

PORT 460 Fourth-Level Portuguese Abroad (V)

Intensive formal instruction at the fourth-year level in Portuguese language, linguistics, culture, civilization, film, or literature in a Portuguese-speaking country. Repeatable one time. Pre: 360.

PORT 360 Third-Level Portuguese Abroad (V)

Intensive, formal instruction at the third-year level in Portuguese language: reading, writing, pronunciation, grammar, or conversation in a Portuguese-speaking country. Repeatable one time. Pre: 202.

PORT 303 Conversation (3)

Intensive practice in spoken Portuguese, focusing on the preparation and completion of oral tasks and presentations. 40% or more of the grade is based on 3-4 oral communication presentations. Pre: 202.

PORT 202 Intermediate Portuguese (3)

Continuation of 201. Pre: 201.

PORT 201 Intermediate Portuguese (3)

Reading, conversation, writing, laboratory drill. Pre: 102 or 103.

PORT 103 Intensive Elementary Portugese (3)

Intensive elementary Portuguese course covers content of 101 and 102 combined. Hybrid format combines 3 credits online and 3 credits face to face. HSL. (Fall only)

PORT 102 Elementary Portuguese (3)

Conversation, grammar and reading. Continuation of 101. Pre: 101.

PORT 101 Elementary Portuguese (3)

Conversation, grammar and reading.

POLS 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

POLS 780 Seminar: Politics of Regions (3)

Analysis of political development, international relations, decision-making processes, and systems of political thought in regions and subregions of the world. Repeatable unlimited times.

POLS 777 Decolonial Futures (3)

Topic engages probable and preferable futures of indigenous struggles and resistances. Emphasis placed on the ethics and responsibilities used to move towards those futures.

POLS 776 Indigenous Nations and the Problems of Sovereignty (3)

Examines intersections of sovereignty and indigenity from comparative and critical perspectives. Engages indigenous studies of sovereignty and of alternative political frameworks. Repeatable one time. (Alt. years)

POLS 770 Seminar: Public Policy (3)

Pre-announced topics. Repeatable three times. Pre: consent of instructor. At least one section a year.

POLS 750 Seminar: Public Administration (3)

Pre-announced administrative theory, comparative and development administration, and functional aspects. Repeatable unlimited times.

POLS 740 Seminar: Comparative Government and Politics (3)

Pre-announced topics. Repeatable unlimited times. At least one section a semester.

POLS 730 Seminar: International Relations (3)

Pre-announced problems of both international organization and politics. Repeatable unlimited times. At least one section a semester.

POLS 720 Seminar: Indigenous Theory (3)

Pre-announced topics may include gender and sexuality studies, postcolonial theory, colonial discourse analysis, globalization, historiography; emphasis on indigenous epistemologies and the work of native scholars. Repeatable one time.

POLS 710 Seminar: Political Thought (3)

Pre-announced topics. Repeatable unlimited times. At least one section a year.

POLS 703 Writing Politics (3)

Seminar on the politics of writing, grammar, translation, argument, genre, and style with significant content on indigenous issues of oral traditions, alternative modes of writing and argument, and language continuance.

POLS 702 Seminar: Research Methods (3)

Conceptual strategies, data collection approaches, and data analysis techniques appropriate to political inquiries. Repeatable unlimited times.

POLS 700 Thesis Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

POLS 699 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

POLS 696 Graduate Intern Seminar (3)

Seminar for those seeking internship experience. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 672 and 673 or consent for the alternative futures option; 620 or consent for the indigenous politics option; consent of advisor for all other options.

POLS 695 Colloquium (3)

Specialized subjects in political science.

POLS 692 Teaching Initiative in Political Science (3)

Combines the study of the theoretical and practical aspects of teaching political science with supervised classroom teaching of POLS 110. Repeatable one time. A-F only.

POLS 686 Politics of Hawai‘i (3)

Examinations from several perspectives of the political, economic, and cultural forces that historically formed Hawai‘i and contemporary political themes, issues, and processes. Graduate students only.

POLS 685 (Alpha) Topics in Asian and/or Pacific Politics (3)

(C) Korean politics. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

POLS 684 Contemporary Native Hawaiian Politics (3)

Study of political and social movements, political status, national and cultural identities, and issues of representation of Native Hawaiians.

POLS 680 Asian and/or Pacific Politics (3)

Political development, international relations, decision-making processes, and systems of political thought in all or part of Asia and/or the Pacific. Repeatable three times.

POLS 676 Nonviolent Political Alternatives (3)

Exploration of nonviolent, non-killing alternatives in political science research, teaching, and public service.

POLS 675 Topics in Public Policy (3)

Particular political processes, specific political institutions, or particular policy area. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

POLS 673 The Future of Political Systems (3)

Normative and descriptive forecasts of political institutions, systems, subsystems, and behaviors. Design of preferred systems.

POLS 672 Politics of the Future (3)

Introduction to political futures studies; images of future, theories of social change, methods of social forecasting and designing preferred futures. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

POLS 670 Introduction to Public Policy (3)

Perspectives on policy analysis; basic approaches to the study of public policy, political economy, and policy evaluation. (Cross-listed as PLAN 607)

POLS 665 Topics in Public Law and Judicial System (3)

Recent issues and practices in public law; particular judicial systems. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

POLS 660 Law and Politics (3)

Law, courts, and rights as a political resource; analyses of public law (including court decisions), other forms of dispute management, and judicial behavior and policy-making. Pre: 110.

POLS 652 Comparative Public Administration (3)

Detailed examination of implementation of governmental policy in different countries. Graduate students only.

POLS 651 Political Leadership (3)

Exploration of political leadership as a focus for research, teaching, and applied political science.

POLS 650 Public Administrative Theory (3)

Focus varies among theoretical, comparative and developmental approaches to study of administration. One section each semester.

POLS 647 American Political Institutions in Comparative Perspective (3)

Consideration of American political institutions and development relative to American philosophical foundations and non-American political forms. Federalism as an expansive devise will be emphasized, as will American influence and penetration abroad. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing or consent. (Once a year)

POLS 646 (Alpha) Politics and Development: Topical (3)

(F) political ecology and development.

POLS 645 (Alpha) Politics and Development: Regional (3)

Politics of particular regions; particular development processes. (C) China. ((C) cross-listed as ASAN 608 and PLAN 608)

POLS 642 Indigenous Peoples and Western Imperialism (3)

Historical examination of U.S. and European imperialisms, including national narratives, politics, and impacts upon indigenous peoples in the Americas, Pacific, and Asia. Repeatable one time.

POLS 640 Comparative Politics (3)

Emphasis on Asia, theories of development, and comparative methods. At least one section a semester.

POLS 635 (Alpha) Topics in International Relations (3)

(B) international relations and war; (E) international organization; (F) modeling international systems. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

POLS 634 Teaching Model United Nations (1)

Substantive and pedagogical approaches to using Model United Nations simulation for teaching and conflict resolution. Repeatable two times. Graduate students only. (Fall only)

POLS 633 International Conflict Resolution (3)

Analysis of international conflict and conflict resolution. Theory and practice of negotiation, mediation, conciliation, facilitation, and other “third-party” methods of peaceful settlement. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

POLS 630 International Relations (3)

Analysis of theories: actors, decisions, systems, conflict, integration, alternative approaches to validation. Graduate students only. Pre: consent. 

POLS 621 Politics of Indigenous Representation (3)

Politics of indigenous representations in media, literature, and academic scholarship.

POLS 620 Introduction to Indigenous Politics (3)

Historical treatment of the contact between state and indigenous peoples and a survey of contemporary indigenous political initiatives: social movements, media, indigenous studies programs, and events.

POLS 615 (Alpha) Topics in Political Thought (3)

Specific traditions and individuals, or particular issues and problems. (C) feminist theory. Repeatable one time. Graduate students only. Pre: consent. ((C) Cross-listed as WGSS 615)

POLS 612 Hawaiian Political Thought: Theory and Method/Nā Mana‘o Politika Hawai‘i (3)

Study of Hawaiian political thought in writing from ca. 1825 to the present, with emphasis on theory and research methods. Pre: 303, HAW 402 and HAW 428; or consent. (Cross-listed as HAW 612)

POLS 611 Tradition of Political Philosophy (3)

Discussion of texts and themes in the Western political tradition from Plato to Nietzsche. Repeatable one time.

POLS 610 Political Theory and Analysis (3)

Major contemporary approaches and styles in political theory, philosophy, and analysis.

POLS 605 Topics in Methodology (3)

Specific methodological techniques and practices introduced in 601 and 602. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

POLS 602 Research Techniques and Analytic Methods (3)

Quantitative models and statistical inference techniques.

POLS 601 Political Analysis and Theory Building (3)

Survey of theory-building, approaches and validation techniques.

POLS 600 Scope and Methods of Political Science (3)

Main concepts delineating boundaries of discipline; approaches to knowledge employed by political scientists; empirical and normative theory; problems in theory-building; validity and reliability in research design; philosophy of science applied to political science.

POLS 408 Mānoa Undergraduate Congressional Fellowship Internship Seminar (6)

Hawai‘i Undergraduate Political Internship’s Congressional Fellowship. Award includes stipend and internship experience in a Hawai‘i congressional office. Students review policy processes, House and Senate procedures and produce a final paper. Restricted to fellowship awardees only. Junior and senior standing only. A-F only. Co-requisite: 386.

POLS 406 Senior Seminar in Political Science (3)

Exploration of themes in political science with emphasis on discussion, research, and substantial writing. Pre: 390 (or concurrent) or senior standing or consent.

POLS 405 Executive Internship (V)

Open to students awarded a Mānoa Undergraduate Political Fellowship for placement in the Governor’s or Lt. Governor’s Office, Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, or Public Defender’s Office. Field placement, integrated with academic study. A-F only. Recommended: 385, 390.

POLS 404 Senior Thesis (3)

Independent research and thesis writing with supervision of senior advisor. Pre: 390 (or concurrent) and consent.

POLS 403 Community Internship (V)

Field placement integrated with academic study of political institutions and community organizations. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent. Recommended: 390.

POLS 402 Legislative Internship (V)

Field placement at the Hawai‘i Legislature integrated with academic study of political institutions and practices. A-F only. Pre: consent. Recommended: 390. (Spring only)

POLS 401 Teaching Political Science (6)

Practicum for majors who serve as undergraduate teaching assistants. Repeatable one time. Pre: 390 (or concurrent), senior standing; and consent.

POLS 399 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Pre: consent.

POLS 396 Nonviolent Political Alternatives (3)

Exploration of scientific and cultural resources for nonviolent alternatives in politics. Pre: any 100- or 200-level POLS course, or consent. (Cross-listed as PACE 373)

POLS 394 Co-ops, Communes, Collectives (3)

Theory and practice of democratic organizations: women’s and feminist organizations; co-ops, communes, and collectives; indigenous people’s organizations; workplace democracy and social change. A-F only. Pre: any 100- or 200-level POLS course or 390 (or concurrent) or WGSS 151, or consent. (Cross-listed as WGSS 394)

POLS 393 Advanced Topics in Law, Policy, and Society (3)

Studies integrating concerns of public law, public policy, public administration, and social movements. Pre: any 100- or 200-level POLS course, or consent.

POLS 390 Political Inquiry and Analysis (3)

Introductory survey and analysis of methods used in empirical research, policy analysis, and social criticism.

POLS 389 Health Politics (3)

Examines the politics of health care. Focus on institutional models to health care, the politics of health care reform, and contemporary health care issues and controversies. Repeatable one time. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: any 100-level POLS course or consent.

POLS 387 Politics of the Ocean (3)

Study of the ocean as a political place. Engagement with theories, policies, and lived-experiences of the ocean through a political lens, including literature and experiential learning. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: any 100 or 200-level POLS course, or consent. (Cross-listed as SUST 387)

POLS 386 Public Policy-Making (3)

Students develop understanding of theory, practice, and ethical issues of public policy-making. Combines lecture/discussion and fieldtrips. Students develop policy analysis and strategic plans that identify issues, interests, and methods of influence. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: HON 101 or HON 291(Alpha), or departmental approval.
(Cross-listed as HON 301)

POLS 385 American Politics (3)

Institutions (parties, interest groups, legislatures, executives, local government); policies (national defense, poverty, energy, etc.), politics (symbolism, inequality, race, and gender).

POLS 384 Women and Politics (3)

Women’s role in political institutions and processes in the U.S. and other countries. Female and male approaches to power; feminist political goals and actions. Pre: any 100 level POLS course (or concurrent), WGSS 151 (or concurrent), or WGSS 362 (or concurrent); or consent. (Cross-listed as WGSS 384)

POLS 383 Politics and Public Policy II (3)

Overview of the policy-making process in various political arenas (families, cities, nations, etc.); emphasis on conceptual and empirical analysis. Pre: any 100 level POLS course or consent.

POLS 382 Political Leadership (3)

Exploration of concepts and theories of political leadership, partly through biography, as preparation for public service or advanced scholarly inquiry. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

POLS 381 Administration and Society (3)

Historical emergence of modern bureaucracy; mutual impact of administrative forms on social life; relation of bureaucracy to capitalism and patriarchy; constitution of the administered individual. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

POLS 380 Environmental Law and Politics (3)

Focuses on theories, laws, policies, ethics, and sustainable futures of Hawai‘i and the U.S. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: any 100 or 200 level POLS course, or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as SUST 380)

POLS 379 Power in America (3)

Analysis of sources of political, economic, and social power in the U.S. and the institutions through which it is exercised. PSophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

POLS 378 Topics in American Politics (3)

Specific institutions and processes of the American governmental system. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

POLS 377 Topics in Law and Politics (3)

Current issues; recent research findings; practical research undertaken by student. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

POLS 376 Constitutional Law II: Rights and Liberties (3)

Analyzes the U.S. Supreme Court’s jurisprudence on civil rights and liberties. Sophomore standing or higher.

POLS 375 Constitutional Law I: Institutional Power (3)

Provides students with methods for interpreting U.S. Supreme Court decisions and analyzes the U.S. Supreme Court’s jurisprudence on institutional authority, including the Judiciary, Executive, and Legislative branches and their relationships to power. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

POLS 374 Law, Politics and Society (3)

Relationships between law, politics, and society will be explored. Emphasis is placed on several dimensions of legality: legal “indeterminacy” and some of the many things that law does for us and to us; law’s response to violence; the connections between law and social change; access to the law and its sociological dimensions; how/why law fails and what happens when it does. A-F only. Pre: a 100 level or 200 level POLS course or SOC 100 or any 200 level SOC course, or consent. (Cross-listed as SOC 374)

POLS 373 American Politics (Elections) (3)

Examination of voters and voting processes (participation, apathy, socialization, symbolic process, media, etc.); ideologies and belief systems. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

POLS 372 Women and Globalization in Asia (3)

History, culture, and contemporary reality of Asian women in Asia and the U.S. Includes critical analysis of American feminist methodology and theory. Pre: one of 339, AMST 310, AMST 316, AMST 318, AMST 373, AMST 455, WGSS 360, WGSS 361, WGSS 439; or consent. (Cross-listed as AMST 438 and WGSS 462)

POLS 368 Gender, Justice and Law (3)

Exploration of landmark U.S. Supreme Court cases related to sex and gender. Topics may include sex discrimination, sexual orientation discrimination, privacy, and reproductive freedom. A-F only. Pre: one of WGSS 151, WGSS 175, WGSS 176, WGSS 202, WGSS 360, WGSS 381, or consent. (Cross-listed as AMST 436 and WGSS 436)

POLS 367 Disability Law and Politics (3)

Introduction to the history and politics of U.S. disability law and activism. An analysis of disability politics as the result of the interaction between disability movement activism and the development of policy and law. A-F only. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent. (Fall only)

POLS 366 Advanced Topics in Theory, Media, and Method (3)

Studies in political theory, media, and methods that analyze their interrelations in a globalized world. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

POLS 344 Nâ Politika ma ka Nûhou Hawai‘i – Politics in Hawaiian Language Media (3)

Study of Hawaiian news media with emphasis on political content. Taught in Hawaiian. Pre: HAW 302 (or concurrent) and one of 110, 120, 130, 170, or 171; or consent. (Cross-listed as HAW 445)

POLS 343 The Politics of Film (3)

Political, philosophical, and artistic dimensions of film; cross-cultural film genres; representational practices in films. Pre: any 100 level POLS course, or consent.

POLS 342 Political Design and Futuristics (3)

Alternative future social and political possibilities; design of means of realization of desirable futures. Pre: any 100 level POLS course, or consent.

POLS 341 The Politics of Media (3)

Study of the political manipulation of aural and verbal images. Exercises to increase media literacy. Pre: any 100 level POLS course, or consent.

POLS 340 Korean Politics and Society Through Film (3)

Examines modern Korean politics and society through films. Through movies and documentaries, students will learn major sociopolitical issues including military dictatorship, democratization, and globalization that Korea underwent for the last several decades. Repeatable one time. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only.

POLS 339 Feminist Theory (3)

Contemporary debates in feminist theory concerning gender, race, and class; subjectivity and representation; gender and colonialism; bodies, sexualities and “nature.” Pre: any 300 level POLS or WGSS course; or consent. (Cross-listed as WGSS 439)

POLS 338 (Alpha) Topics in Political Theory (3)

Significant works, historical continuities, themes, and issues in political theory. (B) classical political philosophy; (F) revolution and utopia; (G) contemporary political theory; (I) Marxist philosophy. Pre: any 100- or 200- level POLS course; or consent.

POLS 337 American Political Theory (3)

Origins and development of American political thought. Pre: any 100 level POLS course or consent.

POLS 335 History of Political Thought (3)

Theories, approaches, concepts, and issues developed or raised in history of political philosophy and thought. Pre: any 100- or 200-level POLS course, or consent.

POLS 333 Advanced Topics in Global Politics (3)

Studies of political development in the context of increasingly integrated and globalized political economies. Repeatable one time. Pre: any 100 level POLS course or consent.

POLS 325 Religion and Law in the U.S. (3)

Surveys church-state jurisprudence since the 1940s, with special attention to difficulty of defining religion, and applies the religion clauses to current issues. A-F only. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as AMST 325)

POLS 324 Global Environmental Politics (3)

Evolution of international politics, law and decision-making on a variety of environmental concerns; from endangered species to pollution to climate change. Interaction of population, development, and environment in global governance. (Cross-listed as SUST 324)

POLS 323 Model United Nations (1)

Simulation of United Nations organizations, especially General Assembly. Repeatable 4 times. Pre: 315 (or concurrent) or 319 (or concurrent), or instructor consent.

POLS 322 American Foreign Policy (3)

Purposes, methods, strengths, obstacles, prospects; factors affecting American foreign policy; impact abroad and at home. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

POLS 321 International Migration (3)

Political-cultural economy of international migration: post-colonial populations, refugees, and immigrants. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

POLS 319 International Organization (3)

International relations of governmental and nongovernmental organizations. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

POLS 318 Current Issues in International Law, Organization, and Culture (3)

Principles, norms, cases, and their interaction with culture and organization in international politics. Pre: any 100 level POLS course or consent.

POLS 317 International Law (3)

Nature and function of international law in international politics. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

POLS 316 International Relations (3)

Decision-making behavior of international actors; strategies of peacemaking. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

POLS 315 Global Politics/International Relations (3)

Introduction to global politics with emphasis on concepts and theories developed from an international relations perspective. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

POLS 309 Politics of Indigenous Language Revitalization (3)

Study of the importance and processes of language revitalization for indigenous peoples in Hawai‘i, the Pacific, Asia, and North America. Pre: any 100 level POLS course. (Alt. years)

POLS 308 Chinese Political Economy (3)

Interdisciplinary review and analysis of the social and political issues in contemporary China, the interchange between state and society in national policies, the relationship between cultural tradition and technological modernization in the social transformation process. A-F only. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as ASAN 308).

POLS 307 (Alpha) Topics in Comparative Politics: Country/Regional (3)

Political, social, and economic processes in specific countries/regions. (B) Southeast Asia; (C) Pacific Islands; (F) Middle East; (G) Philippines; (H) Japan; (I) Europe; (J) India; (K) East Asia. Repeatable one time. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

POLS 306 Comparative Politics of Developing Countries (3)

Political, economic, and social development in the Third World. Repeatable one time. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

POLS 305 Global Politics/Comparative (3)

Introduction to global politics with emphasis on concepts and theories developed from a comparative politics perspective. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

POLS 304 Indigenous Politics (3)

Conceptualizing politics from the perspective of indigenous epistemologies, philosophies, language, and social and political movement. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: consent.

POLS 303 (Alpha) Topics in Hawai‘i Politics (3)

Intensive examination of particular institutions, processes, and issues. (B) the military in Hawai‘i; (C) political thought in Hawaiian; Taught in Hawaiian; (D) politics of food. A-F only for (D). Sophomore standing or higher or consent. Pre: HAW 302 (or concurrent) for (C) only. ((C) Cross-listed as HAW 428) DS for (B) and (D), DH for (C)

POLS 302 Native Hawaiian Politics (3)

Critical study of issues in contemporary Native Hawaiian politics, with an emphasis on application and active engagement. Pre: any 100- or 200-level POLS course or consent.

POLS 301 Hawai‘i Politics (3)

Introduction to and critical study of institutions, governments, and political processes in Hawai‘i. Attends to race, class, gender, sexuality, indigeneity and nationality. Grounded in Native Hawaiian perspectives, with an emphasis on comparative study and dialogue. Pre: any 100- or 200-level POLS course, or consent.

POLS 271 Race and Politics (3)

Racial inequality in the U.S.; mechanisms of institutional racism in employment, education, criminal justice, electoral politics.

POLS 241 Political Design and Futuristics (3)

Possible social and political alternatives for the future. Conditions likely if present trends continue, formulation of visions of better futures, means for their achievement.

POLS 201 Problems of War and Peace (3)

Introduction to the problems individuals and political communities currently face with respect to war, peace, and international conflict. Includes questions of human nature, economy, morality, nuclear deterrence, arms control and disarmament, and alternatives to war.

POLS 200 Reading and Writing Politics (3)

Develop skills needed to read and write political texts. Weigh competing views; read and analyze texts for what they do and do not say; craft and defend evidence-based arguments; practice writing mechanics and style. POLS majors only or consent. A-F only.

POLS 190 Media and Politics (3)

Influences and effects of media on politics. Setting public agendas, interpreting events, manipulating the political process, political learning through popular culture.

POLS 171 Introduction to Political Futures (3)

Introduction to political future studies. Using science fact and fiction, shows how past and present images of the future influence people’s actions.

POLS 170 Politics and Public Policy (3)

Perspectives on the role of government in guiding economies and civil societies with particular emphasis on the recent U.S.

POLS 160 Introduction to International and Global Studies (3)

Introduces undergraduate students to the major political, social, economic, cultural, technological, and historical dimensions of globalization. Special attention will be paid to globalization process that have impacted Hawai‘i and the Asia-Pacific region. A-F only. (Cross-listed as SOC 180)

POLS 150 Introduction to Global Politics (3)

Foundations in global politics from political, historical, and multicultural perspectives. A-F only.

POLS 140 Introduction to Indigenous Politics (3)

Foundations in Indigenous politics from diverse cultural perspectives and across regions. Addresses political issues facing Indigenous peoples at global and local levels, with attention to Indigenous epistemologies, languages, movements, and institutions. A-F only.

POLS 130 Introduction to American Politics (3)

American political processes and institutions, as seen through alternative interpretations. Emphasis on opportunities and limitations for practical political participation.

POLS 120 Introduction to World Politics (3)

Power and contemporary world politics since 1945 with emphasis on the U.S. role.

POLS 110 Introduction to Political Science (3)

Discussion of politics as an activity and of political problems, systems, ideologies, processes.

PEPS 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Research for doctoral dissertation. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/ NC only.

PEPS 799 Proposal/Defense Seminar (1)

Thesis/ dissertation proposal and defense seminars. Repeatable one time. CR/NC only. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

PEPS 746 Advanced Plant-Bacteria Interactions (3)

Molecular biology, genomics, molecular genetics, and infection mechanisms of bacterial plant pathogens and symbionts. Pre: 606 (with a minimum grade of B or better) or consent. (Cross-listed as MICR 746)

PEPS 730 Advanced Plant Virology (2)

Characterization, genome organization, gene expression, and molecular mechanisms of plant viruses. Pre: 606 (with a minimum grade of B) or consent.

PEPS 716 Advanced Plant Nematology (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Advanced study of nematode taxonomy, genetics, behavior, host interactions, and sustainable management in an integrated lecture-laboratory. Pre: 605 (with a minimum grade of B) or consent.

PEPS 700 Thesis Research (V)

Research for master’s thesis. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only.

PEPS 699 Directed Research (V)

Directed research, critical reviews in environmental protection sciences, entomology, or plant pathology. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only.

PEPS 695 Plan B Master’s Project (3)

Independent study for students working on a Plan B master’s project. A grade of Satisfactory (S) is assigned when the project is satisfactorily completed. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing in entomology or tropical plant pathology.

PEPS 691 Special Topics (V)

Study and discussion of significant topics and problems in plant and environmental protection sciences at an advanced level. Offered by visiting or existing faculty as a special course. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

PEPS 690 Seminar in Entomology (1)

Seminars on research and topics in entomology. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

PEPS 686 Invertebrate Microbiology (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) In-depth study of the molecular and cellular interactions between microbes and animals. Topics will cover types of symbioses, gut microbiome, parasites, and agricultural pathogens, and disease and human health disease.

PEPS 676 Biological Control of Weeds (3)

Examine approaches to weed biological control of invasive plants in various environments with different agents (insects, pathogens, and vertebrates), integration with other management tactics, sociopolitical aspects, and history of the practice. Graduate students only. Pre: 421 or 422 or consent. (Alt. years)

PEPS 675 Biological Control of Pests (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Fundamental concepts. Critical study of major biological control projects. Pre: 421 or consent. Recommended: 662; and ZOOL 631 or 632.

PEPS 671 Insect Ecology (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Insects as living units in an environment of physical and biotic factors. Pre: consent of instructor.

PEPS 662 Systematics and Phylogenetics (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Classification and study of diversity among insects and other life forms. Use of morphological and molecular characters to reconstruct evolutionary histories. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

PEPS 660 Seminar in Plant Pathology (1)

Seminar on research and topics in plant pathology. Repeatable unlimited times. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

PEPS 652 Molecular Plant–Fungal Interactions (3)

Focuses on the actions of plant pathogenic fungi/ oomycetes and their host responses at the molecular and cellular level. Current genetic and genomic approaches to study plant-fungal interactions will be discussed. Graduate standing only. Pre: consent. (Every 2 years) (Cross-listed as MBBE 652)

PEPS 641 Insect Physiology (4)

(2 Lec) Study of the principal physiological and biochemical functions in insects, with emphasis on hormonal interactions. Pre: 402 or consent.

PEPS 615L Diagnosis and Management of Tropical Plant Diseases Laboratory (2)

Diagnosis and management of plant pathogen and pest problems in laboratory and field. Taught concurrently with 615. A-F only. Pre: (605 and 606) with a minimum grade of B, or equivalent. Co-requisite: 615. (Summer only)

PEPS 615 Diagnosis and Management of Tropical Plant Diseases (3)

Iterative and interactive course integrating plant pathogen and pest biology with diagnostic and management approaches. Will use biological information about pathogens, anthropods, and abiotic stresses to diagnose diseases, disorders, or other injuries of plants. A-F only. Pre: (605 and 606) with a minimum grade of B, or consent. Co-requisite: 615L. (Summer only)

PEPS 606 Biology of Plant Pathogens: Bacteria and Viruses (4)

(2 Lec, 2 3-hr Lab) Principles and concepts in pathogen biology, epidemiology, and management of plant diseases caused by bacteria and viruses. Laboratory techniques for isolation and identification of pathogens and disease diagnosis. A-F only. Pre: 605 (with a minimum grade of B). (Spring only)

PEPS 605 Biology of Plant Pathogens: Fungi and Nematodes (4)

(2 Lec, 2 3-hr. Lab) Principles and concepts in pathogen biology, epidemiology and management of plant diseases caused by fungi, oomycetes, and nematodes. Laboratory techniques for isolation and identification of pathogens and disease diagnosis. A-F only. (Fall only)

PEPS 601 Agrosecurity and Food Safety (2)

Concepts of agrosecurity and food safety (including plant and animal biosecurity), global impacts of introduced pests and diseases, and current mechanisms for interception of pests and mitigation of disease. A-F only. (Fall only)

PEPS 499 Directed Research (V)

Conduct original research in environmental protection sciences. Limited to qualified undergraduate students. Repeatable two times. CR/NC only.

PEPS 495 PEPS Capstone (4)

Integration and application of academic knowledge and critical skills emphasizing professional development, Directed Research, field studies, employment with cooperating businesses, government or schools are all options. A-F only. Pre: consent.

PEPS 491 Topics in Plant & Environmental Protection (V)

Study and discussion of significant topics and problems. May be offered by visiting faculty, extension faculty or research faculty. Repeatable two times.

PEPS 486 Insect-Plant Interactions (3)

Study of the coevolutionary relationships between insects and
plants, with emphasis on the behavior, physiology, and symbiotic relationships of insects. Discussed in the context of sustainable agriculture, anthropogenic change, and climate change. A-C only. Pre: 363 (with a minimum grade of C) or consent. DB

PEPS 481 Weed Science (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Weed classification, identification, adaptations for weediness; principles of weed control; properties, uses, and action of herbicides. Lab: pesticide application equipment and techniques, no-till farming, greenhouse and field experiments. A-F only. Pre: (CHEM 152 and TPSS 200/ SUST 211) with a minimum grade of C, or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as TPSS 481) DB

PEPS 463 Medical and Urban Entomology (3)

(2 Lec, 1-3-hr hybrid Lab) Biology, ecology, health and economic impacts, and control of urban insect pests and medically important arthropods that act as vectors of diseases. Pre: (363 or BIOL 265) with a minimum grade of C, or consent. (Cross-listed as TRMD 463) DB

PEPS 451 Environmental Law (3)

Exploration of federal laws, regulations, and precedents that govern our interaction with the environment. Analysis of laws regulating air, water, toxins, pests, endangered species, and environmental justice. Pre: junior or senior standing.

PEPS 430 Plant Disease Management (3)

Diagnosis, epidemiology, and integrated management of important plant diseases and pathogens for key plants and cultivated crops in various agroecosystems in Hawai‘i, the Pacific, and the global tropics. Pre: 405. (Spring only)

PEPS 422 Biocontrol of Invasive Species (3)

Biological control of invasive insects and weeds using natural enemies; biological control as a cornerstone of sustainable pest management; contributions of biocontrol to economic, environmental, and societal sustainability; reduced dependence on pesticides; increased sustainability of pest management. Pre: 363 or consent. (Cross-listed as SUST 422)

PEPS 421 Foundations of Pest Management (4)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Principles and concepts of insect pest management using biological, ecological, cultural, behavioral, legislative, microbial and chemical methods. A-F only. Pre: one of the following: 250 or 363, BIOL 171, BIOL 172, or BOT 101; or consent. (Spring only)

PEPS 418 Turfgrass Pest Management (3)

Provides students with knowledge and real world experience on common turfgrass pests and management strategies in Hawai‘i, with emphasis on integrated pest management. Common cool-season turfgrass and pest management are also discussed. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as TPSS 418)

PEPS 410 Sustainable Soil and Plant Health Management (2)

Provides knowledge and understanding of soils, agroecology, and sustainable approaches for plant health management, and prepares students for applied research in various tropical cropping systems. A-F only. (Alt. years: spring) (Cross-listed as TPSS 410 and SUST 410)

PEPS 405 Plant Pathogens and Diseases (4)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Classification, morphology, ecology, and biology of bacteria, fungi, nematodes, and viruses that attack economic crops. Etiology and control of plant diseases. Pre: 210/SUST 210 or BOT 101 or MICR 130, or consent. (Fall only)

PEPS 371 Genetics: Theory to Application (3)

Fundamentals of genetic theory using traditional breeding and biotechnological procedures in insect and plant pathogen management for sustainable agricultural production. Repeatable one time. A-F only. (Cross-listed as SUST 371 and TPSS 371)

PEPS 363L General Entomology Laboratory (1)

Laboratory in the biology and classification to family level of Hawai‘i’s insects and arthropods. A-F only. Pre: (363 (or concurrent)) with a minimum grade of C, or consent. DY

PEPS 363 General Entomology (3)

Biology, diversity, and ecology of insects with emphasis on Hawaiian fauna. Classification to order level. A-F only. Pre: (BOT 101 or ZOOL 101 or BIOL 171) with a minimum grade of C; or consent. DB

PEPS 350 Invasive Pest Species (3)

Ecological, economic and sociological impacts of invasive species on tropical ecosystems; characteristics of invasive species and vulnerability of habitats; ethical issues on impacts of management options on evolution, biodiversity and eco-stability and human life. Open to nonmajors. (Alt. years: spring) 

PEPS 340 Ecology of Infectious Diseases and Symbioses (3)

Introduction to the ecology of infectious diseases of animals, plants, and humans. Factors affecting disease transmission and virulence. Effects of human activities and environmental change on disease transmission. Emphasis on issues pertinent to Hawai‘i. A-F only. Pre: (BIOL 171 and BIOL 172) with a minimum grade of C; or consent. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as OCN 340)

PEPS 310 Environment and Agriculture (3)

Overview of environmental issues related to agriculture, specifically pest management issues, and options for environmentally responsible management and amelioration of these impacts. Ethical issues on impact of agriculture on the environment will be discussed. (Cross-listed as SUST 320)

PEPS 250 The World of Insects (3)

Biology/ecology of insects with emphasis on relationships to plants, animals, and especially people in Hawai‘i and the tropics. Open to nonmajors. A-F only.

PEPS 210 Introduction to Environmental Science (3)

Analysis of our environment with emphasis on understanding relationships and interactions of physical, biological, technological, and political components using scientific methods of inquiry. Food supply and safety, water quality, pollution control, biodiversity, environmental policy. Open to nonmajors. (Cross-listed as NREM 210 and SUST 210)

PHYL 402 Human Physiology: Integrative Systems (4)

Senior-level course in integrative systems (central nervous system and endocrinology). Complements 401. Pre: 401 and either BIOC 341 or CHEM 152, or consent.

PHYL 401 Human Physiology: Organ Systems (4)

Basic function of the major organ systems in man. Covers cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, acid-base, and gastrointestinal physiology. Pre: 302 or equivalent with consent.

PHYL 302L Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab (1)

Continuation of 301L. Pre: 301/301L, or consent. Co-requisite: 302.

PHYL 302 Advanced Anatomy and Physiology (4)

Continuation of 301. Pre: 301/301L or consent.

PHYL 301L Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab (1)

Laboratory study of human anatomy and physiology by means of models, histology slides, experiments, and demonstrations. Co-requisite: 301 or consent.

PHYL 301 Advanced Anatomy and Physiology (4)

Integrated presentation of human anatomy and physiology. An optional laboratory (PHYL 301L) is available separately. Pre: BIOL 171 and BIOL 172, or any PHYL course; and CHEM 161 (or higher) or any BIOC course; or consent.

PHYL 142L Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab (1)

Anatomy, histology, physiology, biochemistry, genetics of human organ systems presented in integrated anatomy-physiology format. Priority to students in nursing. Pre: 142 (or concurrent) or consent.

PHYL 142 Human Anatomy and Physiology (3)

Continuation of 141. Pre: should have an understanding of basic physiology concepts as presented in 141 or equivalent.

PHYL 141L Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab (1)

Anatomy, histology, physiology, biochemistry, genetics of human organ systems presented in integrated anatomy-physiology format. Priority to students in nursing. Pre: 141 (or concurrent) or consent.

PHYL 141 Human Anatomy and Physiology (3)

Anatomy, histology, physiology, biochemistry, genetics of human organ systems presented in integrated anatomy-physiology format. Priority to students in nursing. Pre: high school chemistry.

PHYL 103L Physiology and Anatomy Lab (1)

Laboratory to complement 103. Co-requisite: 103.

PHYL 103 Human Physiology and Anatomy (5)

Introduction to human physiology and anatomy designed to serve the needs of dental hygiene students and others interested in pursuing health-related careers.

PHYS 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Research for doctoral dissertation. Repeatable unlimited times.

PHYS 786 Solid-State Theory (3)

Crystal symmetry, electronic excitations in solids, transport theory, optical properties, cohesive energy, lattice vibrations, electron-phonon interaction, magnetism, superconductivity. Pre: 785. (Alt. years)

PHYS 785 Solid-State Theory (3)

Crystal symmetry, electronic excitations in solids, transport theory, optical properties, cohesive energy, lattice vibrations, electron-phonon interaction, electron-electron interaction, magnetism, superconductivity. Pre: 670. (Alt. years)

PHYS 778 Nuclear and Particle Physics II (3)

Quantum chromodynamics; electroweak interactions; the standard model. Techniques of particle physics. Pre: 777 or consent. (Alt. years)

PHYS 777 Nuclear and Particle Physics (3)

Nuclear physics; electrodynamics; hadron structure and partons. Techniques of particle physics. Pre: 481 and 671. (Alt. years)

PHYS 773 Quantum Field Theory II (3)

Local gauge invariance, Yang-Mills theory: quantum chromodynamics, spontaneous symmetry breaking and Goldstone bosons; the standard electroweak theory; grand unified theories. Pre: 772. (Alt. years)

PHYS 772 Quantum Field Theory I (3)

Relativistic wave equations and their solutions. Dirac’s theory of the electron, propagator techniques. Applications to quantum electrodynamics. Pre: 671. (Alt. years)

PHYS 731 Statistical Physics II (3)

Nonequilibrium thermodynamics, transport theory, fluctuation dissipation theorem, many-body Green’s function methods, normal Fermi and Bose liquids, superfluidity, superconductivity. Pre: 670 and 730. (Alt. years)

PHYS 730 Statistical Physics I (3)

Equilibrium thermodynamics; Gibbs ensembles; quantum statistics; ideal and non-ideal Fermi; Bose and Boltzmann gases; phase transitions; and critical phenomena. Pre: 670. (Alt. years)

PHYS 713 Advanced Topics in Condensed Matter Theory (3)

Topics in condensed matter theory, e.g., group theory, many-body techniques, renormalization group, density functional theory, other topics of current interest. Repeatable four times. Pre: 670 and consent.

PHYS 712 Special Topics: Experimental Physics (3)

Topics in current experimental research in low-energy physics, high-energy physics, cross-disciplinary physics. Repeatable in different topics. Pre: consent.

PHYS 711 Topics in Particles and Fields (3)

Topics in current theoretical research; e.g., unified field theories, general relativity, gravitation, and cosmology. Repeatable four times. Pre: consent.

PHYS 700 Thesis Research (V)

Research for master’s thesis. Repeatable unlimited times.

PHYS 699 Directed Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

PHYS 696 Seminar on Elementary Particle Physics (1)

Reports and discussion on recent developments in elementary particle physics. Repeatable four times. Pre: consent.

PHYS 695 Seminar on Atomic and Solid-State Physics (1)

Reports and discussion on recent developments in atomic, surface, and solid-state physics. Repeatable five times with consent.

PHYS 694 Condensed Matter Seminar (1)

Results and discussions of current topics in condensed matter physics. Repeatable six times with consent.

PHYS 690 Seminar (V)

Discussions and reports on physical theory and recent developments. CR/NC only. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

PHYS 671 Quantum Mechanics (3)

Physical basis and formulation of quantum theory. Exact solutions of Schroedinger equation and their applications. Approximation methods. Applications to atomic, nuclear, and molecular physics. Pre: 670.

PHYS 670 Quantum Mechanics (3)

Physical basis and formulation of quantum theory. Exact solutions of Schroedinger equation and their applications. Approximation methods. Applications to atomic, nuclear, and molecular physics. Pre: 400 or 481 or 600 and MATH 402.

PHYS 660 Advanced Optics (3)

Contemporary advanced applications in optics including nonlinear optics and optical parametric oscillators, atomic lasers and laser systems, and free-electron lasers. Pre: 460. (Alt. even years)

PHYS 651 Electrodynamics II (3)

Relativistic electrodynamics, radiation by charged particles. Pre: 650. (Alt. years)

PHYS 650 Electrodynamics I (3)

Potential theory, Maxwell’s equations, electromagnetic waves, boundary value problems. Pre: 450; and 600 (or concurrent), or MATH 402. (Alt. years)

PHYS 610 Analytical Mechanics (3)

Dynamics of particles, particle systems; rigid bodies; Lagrangian and Hamiltonian equations; special relativity. Pre: 600 (or concurrent); or MATH 402.

PHYS 600 Methods of Theoretical Physics (3)

Mathematical tools of theoretical physics. Continuation of 400 but with an independent selection of topics. Pre: 400 or consent. (Alt. years)

PHYS 505 Physics Workshop for Teachers (V)

Major concepts of physics taught by means of hands-on conceptual activities for elementary and secondary teachers. Restricted to in-service teachers, or consent. Repeatable one time. (Cross-listed as NSCI 505)

PHYS 490 Modern Physics (3)

Introduction to nuclear and elementary-particle physics. Pre: 480 (or concurrent).

PHYS 485 Professional Ethics for Physicists (1)

Student seminar on ethical principles and their application to research in physics and astronomy and closely-related fields. Historical examples will be presented and discussed by the participants. PHYS, ASTP, and ASTR majors only. A-F only. Pre: 310 or ASTR 300 (or concurrent), or consent.

PHYS 481L Advanced Physics Laboratory II (2)

Advanced experiments involving measurement of the muon lifetime, crystal x-ray diffraction, nuclear magnetic resonance, the Mössbauer effect, and numerical simulations. Development of professional writing skills; preparation of formal reports in style of scientific journal articles. Pre: 274L, 480, and 480L; or consent. 

PHYS 481 Quantum Mechanics II (3)

Continuation of 480; atomic physics, scattering, perturbation theory. Pre: 480.

PHYS 480L Advanced Physics Laboratory I (2)

Advanced experiments involving nuclear spectroscopy, angular correlations in positronium annihilation, optical polarization, chaos, measurement of speed of light, numerical simulations. Development of professional writing skills; preparation of formal reports in style of scientific journal articles. Pre: 274L and 480 (or concurrent), or consent. 

PHYS 480 Quantum Mechanics I (3)

Wave mechanics, Schroedinger equation, angular momenta, potential problems. Pre: 274, 310, 350, 400 (or concurrent); either MATH 244 or 253A; and either MATH 311 or 307; or consent.

PHYS 476 Modern Electronics for Physicists (3)

Introduction to high performance solid state instrumentation by means of practical research electronics: printed circuit board design/fabrication; complex programmable logic design/verification; integrated circuit SPICE simulation. Detector fabrication and test emphasis during final project. Pre: 475 (or equivalent) or consent. (Spring only)

PHYS 475 Electronics for Physicists (4)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Investigation of Kirchoff’s Laws, electromagnetic circuit theory. Fourier analysis and stability theory with circuits. Applications to physical measurements are stressed. A-F only. Pre: junior standing, and 152L or 272L.

PHYS 460 Physical Optics (3)

Fundamentals of classical physical optics emphasizing linear systems theory, including optical fields in matter, polarization phenomena, temporal coherence, interference and diffraction (Fourier optics). Specialized applications include Gaussian beams, laser resonators, pulse propagation, and nonlinear optics. Pre: 450 (or concurrent with a minimum grade of C) or ECE 372 (or concurrent with a minimum grade of C-), or consent. (Cross-listed as ECE 470)

PHYS 450 Electromagnetic Waves (3)

Field equations, plane, spherical and guided waves. Pre: 350.

PHYS 441 Solid-State Physics II (3)

Energy-band calculations, optical processes, Josephson effect, theories of dielectrics and magnetism, physics of color centers, order-disorder transformation. Pre: 440.

PHYS 440 Solid-State Physics I (3)

Crystal structure: lattice vibrations; phonon effects; electronic processes in solids (metals, semiconductors, and superconductors). Pre: 274 and 350 (or concurrent).

PHYS 430 Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics (3)

Laws of thermodynamics, heat transfer, kinetic theory, statistical mechanics. Pre: 274 and MATH 244 or MATH 253A.

PHYS 400 Applications of Mathematics in Physical Sciences (3)

Mathematical methods, techniques; applications to problems in physical sciences. Pre: MATH 244 or MATH 253A, and MATH 307 or 311; or consent. Recommended: upper division mathematics course.

PHYS 399 Individual Work in Advanced Physics (V)

Limited to students with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 or a minimum GPA of 3.0 in physics.

PHYS 350 Electricity and Magnetism (3)

Electrostatic and magnetostatic fields in vacuum and in matter; induction; Maxwell’s equations; AC circuits. Pre: 272 or 272A; and MATH 244 (or concurrent) or MATH 253A (or concurrent). (Fall only)

PHYS 311 Theoretical Mechanics II (3)

Rigid-body mechanics continued, fluid dynamics, wave motion, theory of relativity. Pre: 310.

PHYS 310 Theoretical Mechanics I (3)

Particle dynamics, rigid-body dynamics, planetary motion. Pre: 170 or 170A; 272 or 272A; MATH 244 (or concurrent) or MATH 253A (or concurrent). Recommended: MATH 302 (or concurrent). (Fall only)

PHYS 305 Computational Physics (4)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr. Lab) Analysis of physical systems and problem solving using computers and numerical methods. Development of scientific writing skills; preparation of formal reports in style of scientific journal articles. Pre: 152 or 272 or 272A, and MATH 244 (or concurrent) or MATH 253A (or concurrent); or consent.

PHYS 274L General Physics III Lab (2)

(1 4-hr Lab) Experiments illustrating selected concepts of 274, including diffraction and interference of light, wave nature of matter, photoelectric effect, atomic spectra, and semiconductors. Pre: 152L or 272L, and 274 (or concurrent).

PHYS 274 General Physics III (3)

Relativity, introduction to quantum mechanics, atomic and nuclear physics, and physical optics. Pre: 152 or 272 and MATH 243 (or concurrent) or MATH 253A (or concurrent); or consent.

PHYS 272L General Physics II Lab (1)

(1 3-hr Lab) Similar to 152L but at 272 level. Pre: 151L or 170L, and 272 (or concurrent) or 272A (or concurrent).

PHYS 272A Honors General Physics II (3)

Special format for topics: electricity and magnetism and geometric optics. A-F only. Pre: 151 or 170 and MATH 242 or MATH 252A, MATH 216 may be substituted with consent. Co-requisite: 272L. 

PHYS 272 General Physics II (3)

Electricity and magnetism and geometric optics. Pre: 151 or 170 and MATH 242 or MATH 252A, MATH 216 may be substituted with consent.

PHYS 170L General Physics I Lab (1)

(1 3-hr Lab) Similar to 151L but at 170 level. Pre: 170 (or concurrent) or 170A (or concurrent).

PHYS 170A Honors General Physics I (4)

Special format for topics: mechanics of particles and rigid bodies, wave motion, thermodynamics and kinetic theory. Pre: MATH 242 (or concurrent) or MATH 252A (or concurrent). MATH 216 may be substituted with consent. Co-requisite: 170L

PHYS 170 General Physics I (4)

Calculus-based mechanics of particles and rigid bodies: kinematics, force, energy, momentum, rotation, gravitation, fluids, oscillations and waves. Intended for physical science and engineering majors. Pre: MATH 242 (or concurrent) or MATH 252A (or concurrent). MATH 216 may be substituted with consent.

PHYS 152L College Physics Lab II (1)

(1 3-hr Lab) Optics, electric and magnetic fields, DC and AC circuitry. Pre: 151L or 170L, and 152 (or concurrent).

PHYS 152 College Physics II (3)

Electricity, magnetism, optics, modern physics. Pre: 151 or 170.

PHYS 151L College Physics Lab I (1)

(1 3-hr Lab) Introduction to experimental analysis, physical observation and measurement, experiments on conservation laws, fluid friction, oscillations. Pre: 151 (or concurrent).

PHYS 151 College Physics I (3)

Non-calculus physics. Mechanics, wave motion, heat. Pre: MATH 140X, or 215 or higher; or qualifying score on math placement exam.

PHYS 121 How Things Work: Physics for Everyday Life (3)

Introduction to physics and science in everyday life. It considers objects from our daily environment, and focuses on the principles such as motion, forces, heat, electromagnetism, optics, and modern physics. A-F only.

PHYS 109 Physics in the Arts (3)

Introduction to physics of sound and light, with applications to music and visual arts: sound perception, harmony, musical scales, instruments; lenses, cameras, color perception and mixing. Uses algebra and geometry. Intended primarily for non-science majors.

PHYS 100L Survey of Physics Lab (1)

(1 3-hr Lab) Hooke’s law, falling bodies, collisions, Boyle’s law, electric and magnetic fields, induction, waves, optics. Pre: 100 (or concurrent).

PHYS 100 Survey of Physics (3)

Mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves, optics, atomic and nuclear physics. Only algebra and geometry used. For non-science majors.

PHIL 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

PHIL 790 Seminar in Comparative Philosophy (3)

Comparison of widely differing philosophical traditions. Specific topic changes each semester. Consult department for more information. Repeatable two times with consent. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

PHIL 780 Seminar in Japanese Philosophy (3)

Various periods, movements, and thinkers in Japanese philosophy. Topic changes each semester. Consult department for more information. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: graduate standing or consent. Recommended: 380.

PHIL 771 Seminar in Yi Jing (3)

Metaphysical, epistemological, ethical, and axiological views of Yi Jing and its claim as foundational work for classical Confucianism, Daoism, and Neo-Confucianism. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

PHIL 770 Seminar in Chinese Philosophy (3)

Fundamental issues, problems, movements, and schools of Chinese philosophy, such as classical Confucianism, Daoism, Legalism, Chinese logic, and Neo-Confucianism. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: graduate standing or consent. Recommended: 370.

PHIL 760 Seminar in Buddhist Philosophy (3)

Major philosophical problems in the development of Buddhist thought during its formative period. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: graduate standing or consent. Recommended: 360.

PHIL 750 Seminar in Indian Philosophy (3)

Major philosophical problems in the development of Indian thought during its formative period. Repeatable two times with consent of instructor and Graduate Chair. Pre: graduate standing or consent. Recommended: 350.

PHIL 740 Seminar in Philosophical Texts (3)

Reading, analysis, and critical discussion of one (or of several closely related) philosophical text in its original language (sometimes in conjunction with established translation). Repeatable two times with consent. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

PHIL 735 Seminar on Philosophical Periods (3)

Close study of a period of significant and connected philosophical activity within a philosophic tradition. Repeatable two times with consent. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

PHIL 730 Seminar in Islamic Philosophy (3)

Major philosophical problems in Islamic thought. Focus either on a specific topic or one author. Repeatable one time. Pre: graduate standing or consent. (Once a year)

PHIL 725 Seminar in Philosophical Topics (3)

Close study of a topic of important philosophical controversy. Repeatable two times in the MA program; an additional three times in the PhD program. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

PHIL 720 Seminar on Individual Philosophers (3)

The most significant texts of an important philosopher. Repeatable three times in the MA program; an additional four times in the PhD program. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

PHIL 700 Thesis Research (V)

Repeatable up to six credits. Pre: master’s Plan A candidate and consent.

PHIL 699 Directed Research (V)

Repeatable up to 30 credits. Pre: graduate standing and consent.

PHIL 672 Daoism (3)

Critical examination and evaluation of major philosophical ideas in Lao Zi, Zhuang Zi, and the Neo-Daoists. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: graduate standing or consent. Recommended: 370.

PHIL 671 Neo-Confucianism (3)

Logic, epistemology, metaphysics, and ethics of major Chinese Neo-Confucian philosophers, 11th–16th century. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: graduate standing or consent. Recommended: 370.

PHIL 670 Confucianism (3)

Ethical, social, institutional problems in classical theory. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: graduate standing or consent. Recommended: 370.

PHIL 630 History and Theory of Science (3)

Exploration of problems at the intersection of historical studies of science as a process and philosophical analysis of basic concepts of the sciences. Pre: graduate standing or consent. Recommended: 308 or 316.

PHIL 622 Studies in Hermeneutics (3)

Important debates concerning the methodology of textual interpretation. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

PHIL 618 Philosophical Foundations of Cultural Criticism (3)

A survey of the philosophical texts, thinkers, concepts, and theoretical approaches that are used in cultural criticism. A-F only. (Fall only)

PHIL 617 Studies in Epistemology (3)

Key issues in contemporary philosophical debates about knowledge. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: graduate standing or consent. Recommended: 307.

PHIL 616 Studies in Aesthetics (3)

Key issues in contemporary aesthetics, against background of traditional Western and Eastern theories. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: graduate standing or consent. Recommended: 306.

PHIL 615 Studies in Philosophy of Religion (3)

Key issues in theory of religious experience, language, reasoning. Pre: graduate standing or consent. Recommended: 305.

PHIL 614 Studies in Metaphysics (3)

Key issues in ontological and cosmological theory. Problems of materialism, idealism, phenomenalism, etc. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: graduate standing or consent. Recommended: 304.

PHIL 611 Studies in Ethics (3)

Key issues in contemporary philosophical debates about ethics. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: graduate standing or consent. Recommended: 301.

PHIL 493 Teaching Philosophy (3)

Supervised work in elementary, middle, and high school classrooms, facilitating philosophical inquiry with students. Repeatable one time. Pre: 492 or consent.

PHIL 492 Philosophy with Children (3)

Experience theory and practice developing intellectually safe philosophical communities of inquiry in contexts from kindergarten through university and beyond. Pre: any course 200 or above in PHIL or EDUC, or consent.

PHIL 449 Undergraduate Capstone (3)

Capstone seminar for undergraduate majors. Concentration on a topic of current philosophical concern. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: declared major in PHIL with at least six courses 200 or above in PHIL, or consent.

PHIL 448 Individual Philosophers/Topics (3)

Examination of work of a major Eastern or Western philosopher, or topic of philosophical concern. Repeatable three times. Pre: 100, 101, 102, 103, 211, 212, 213, or consent.

PHIL 445 Symbolic Logic (3)

Intermediate-level course covering proof techniques for classical, first-order predicate calculus, and an introduction to meta-theory. Pre: 110 or any course 200 or above in ICS or MATH; or consent.

PHIL 438 Gender and Environmental Philosophy (3)

Interdisciplinary approach to feminist perspectives on environmental issues; critical analysis of eco-feminism as political movement with reference to race and coloniality; cross-cultural comparison of differently-imagined relationships to non-human others, with emphasis on ethics and writing. Pre: any course 200 or above in PHIL or WGSS or any course 200 or above with a DB or DP designation, or consent. (Cross-listed as WGSS 438) 

PHIL 436 Philosophy of Language (3)

Contemporary theories in semantics and syntax; problems of meaning, reference, speech acts, etc. Pre: any course 200 or above in PHIL or LING, or consent.

PHIL 422 Philosophical Psychology (3)

Classical and modern theories of mind, cognition, and action.

PHIL 418 Feminist Issues in Philosophy (3)

Examination of basic feminist issues in philosophy, and of responses to them. Pre: any course 200 or above in PHIL or WGSS, or consent. (Cross-listed as WGSS 419)

PHIL 417 Philosophy in Literature (3)

Philosophical themes in the literary mode in world literature.

PHIL 414 (Alpha) Western Movements and Periods (3)

(B) Greek; (C) late antiquity; (D) medieval; (E) Renaissance; (F) continental rationalism; (G) British empiricism; (H) German idealism; (I) 19th century; (J) 20th century. Repeatable two times in different alphas, not in same alpha. Pre: any course 200 or above in PHIL, or consent.

PHIL 406 Introduction to Zen (Ch’an) Buddhist Philosophy (3)

Development and philosophical significance of basic precepts, explored through translations of Chinese and Japanese sources.

PHIL 402 Introduction to Phenomenology (3)

Methods of analyzing the structures of experience, as developed by Husserl, Heidegger, Merleau-Ponty, Sartre, etc.

PHIL 399 Directed Research (V)

Repeatable up to a maximum of 6 credits. Pre: consent.

PHIL 380 Japanese Philosophy (3)

Survey of central thinkers and schools from ancient to modern. Pre: 21 credits.

PHIL 370 Chinese Philosophy (3)

Survey of important schools and thinkers in classical Chinese traditions: Confucianism, Daoism, Mohism, Legalism. A significant emphasis will be placed on developing the ability to write clearly, critically, and coherently. 

PHIL 360 Buddhist Philosophy (3)

Survey of central thinkers and schools. (Cross-listed as ASAN 360)

PHIL 350 Indian Philosophy (3)

Survey of major orthodox and heterodox systems: Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavadgita, Vedanta, Jainism, Buddhism. Pre: any course 100 or above in PHIL or PALI or SNSK; or consent.

PHIL 330 Islamic Philosophy (3)

Survey of major Islamic philosophers and schools. Pre: any course 100 or above in PHIL or ARAB, or consent.

PHIL 320 American Philosophy (3)

Survey of major philosophers and schools in development of American thought up to modern times. Pre: any course 100 or above in PHIL, or consent.

PHIL 319 Ethical Issues in the Law (3)

Exploration of ethical issues that have come before (mainly U.S.) courts, including but not confined to, medical and criminal justice ethics. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 101 or a course numbered 200 or above in PHIL or HIST or ENG or with a DS designation; or consent.

PHIL 318 Philosophy of Law (3)

Historical and contemporary issues in law and legal theory. Law and morality; legal responsibility, justice, rights, punishment, judicial reasoning. Pre: any course 101 or above in PHIL or above 100 in BLAW or POLS or SOC, or consent.

PHIL 317 Critical Thinking: Pre-Law (3)

Introduction to concepts and techniques for evaluating arguments with special emphasis on their application both to questions of law and to issues in jurisprudence. Pre: any course 100 or above in PHIL or POLS or SOC, or consent.

PHIL 316 Science, Technology, and Society (3)

Investigation of some of the complex interconnections between science, technology, and society. Pre: any course 100 or above in PHIL or in a course with either DB or DP or DS designation, or consent.

PHIL 315 The Role of Models in Global Environmental Science (3)

Introduction to philosophy of science for those with some background in the natural sciences. Special emphasis on issues arising from the construction and use of models. Pre: any course 200 or above in PHIL or any course 200 or above with either DB or DP designation, or consent. (Alt. years: spring) (Cross-listed as OCN 315)

PHIL 314 Critical Thinking: Pre-Medicine (3)

Scientific and social perspectives on the nature of disease and their impact on medical practice. Exploration of these topics through reading, writing and critical inquiry. Pre: any course in PHIL, 100 or above; or any two BIOL, CHEM or PHYS courses; or consent.

PHIL 313 Philosophy and Evolution (3)

Explores the ethical and epistemological implications of the theory of evolution. (Alt. years)

PHIL 312 Ethics in Practice (3)

Team-taught exploration of five contemporary ethical issues using a variety of philosophical approaches and methods. Pre: any 101 course or above in PHIL or above 100 in POLS or SOC; or consent. (Once a year)

PHIL 311 Philosophy and Aesthetics of Film (3)

Aesthetics and ontology of film and video, based on readings in the philosophy of film and the viewing of a number of films per semester.

PHIL 310 Ethics in Health Care (3)

Ethical issues in application and organization of biomedical resources; professional responsibility, confidentiality, euthanasia, experimentation on human subjects, etc. Pre: any course 100 or above in PHIL or MED or NURS or with a DB designation; or consent.

PHIL 308 Philosophy of Science (3)

Problems and methods. Domains of inquiry, methods of validation, and attendant moral concerns. Pre: any course 100 or above in PHIL, or 200 or above with either DB or DP designation; or consent.

PHIL 307 Theory of Knowledge (3)

Problems and methods in epistemology. Nature of knowledge, its varieties, possibilities, and limitations. Pre: any course 100 or above in PHIL, or 200 or above with either DB or DP or DS designation; or consent.

PHIL 306 Philosophy of Art (3)

Problems and methods in aesthetic valuation and in appreciation, creation, and criticism of artworks.

PHIL 305 Philosophy of Religion (3)

Problems and methods. Nature of religious experience, alternatives to theism, existence of god, relation between faith and reason, nature of religious language.

PHIL 304 Metaphysics (3)

Problems arising from attempts to categorize rationally what is, and what appears to be. Among others, topics may include universals and particulars, personal identity, freedom and determinism, and time. Pre: any course 100 or above in PHIL, or consent.

PHIL 303 Social Philosophy (3)

Problems and methods in examination of contemporary life, values, and institutions in light of traditional philosophical problems of freedom, justice, authority, equality. Pre: any course 101 or above in PHIL or above 100 in POLS or SOC, or consent.

PHIL 302 Political Philosophy (3)

Problems and methods in philosophical theories of political legitimacy. Pre: any course 101 or above in PHIL or above 100 in POLS or SOC, or consent.

PHIL 301 Ethical Theory (3)

Problems and methods in theory of moral conduct and decision. Pre: any course 101 or above in PHIL or above 100 in POLS or SOC; or consent.

PHIL 300 Business Ethics (3)

Case studies and critical analyses of ethical issues in business. Readings from business, philosophy, law, etc. Pre: any course 100 or above in PHIL or BUS or BLAW, or consent.

PHIL 218 Women Philosophers (3)

Introduces students to the ideas of women philosophers. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: any course 100 or above in PHIL or WGSS, or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as WGSS 219)

PHIL 213 Modern Philosophy (3)

Introduction to the history of philosophy based on texts or translations of “modern” works, that is works originally written in a modern European language.

PHIL 212 Medieval to Enlightenment Philosophy (3)

Introduction to the history of philosophy based on translations of texts originally written by men and women in post-classical Latin and Arabic. Significant attention is paid to developing writing skills. 

PHIL 211 Ancient Philosophy (3)

An introduction to the history of philosophy based on translations of texts originally written in classical Greek or Latin.

PHIL 131 Introduction to World Philosophy II (3)

Philosophy attempts to understand the human being and the societies they form. Introduces students to the notion of world philosophy, focusing upon thinkers who have helped to shape our present. A-F only. (Spring only)

PHIL 130 Introduction to World Philosophy I (3)

Introduction to philosophy as it has manifested itself differently across cultures throughout the world. Focus on the development of philosophical thought from its beginnings up until 1500 CE.A-F only. (Fall only)

PHIL 111 Introduction to Inductive Logic (3)

Introduction to the theory of arguments based on probabilities and to the theory of decision-making in the context of uncertainty. A-F only.

PHIL 110 Introduction to Deductive Logic (3)

Principles of modern deductive logic.

PHIL 103 Introduction to Philosophy: Environmental Philosophy (3)

A critical examination of environmental issues; analyzing the nature of the human being, the nature of nature, and the relationship of the human being to nature.

PHIL 102 Asian Traditions (3)

Universal themes and problems from Asian perspective.

PHIL 101 Introduction to Philosophy: Morals and Society (3)

Philosophical attempts to evaluate conduct, character, and social practices. DH

PHIL 100 Introduction to Philosophy: Survey of Problems (3)

Introduction to the kinds of problems that concern philosophers and to some of the solutions that have been attempted.

PHRM 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

PHRM 700 Thesis Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

PHRM 699 Directed Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

PHRM 640 Neuropharmacology (2)

Physiology and pharmacology of central and peripheral nervous systems, focusing on synaptic chemistry and signaling. A-F only. Pre: CMB 606, or consent from the course director. (Cross-listed as CMB 640)

PHRM 602 Systemic Pharmacology (9)

Provides instruction at an organ systems/functional level covering major organ and functional systems of the human body. Concepts in pharmacological research at the animal, organ system and whole human level will also be considered. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

PHRM 601 General Pharmacology (3)

Pharmacodynamics, receptor theory, modeling, clinical trials and the FDA will be covered. Concepts in ADME/T and clinical research are also considered. Pre: consent.

PHRM 599 Research in Pharmacology (V)

Pharmacology research elective for medical students. MD majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: MDED 551 or consent.

PHRM 595 Principles of Pharmacology (1)

Pharmacology elective course for medical students. MD students only. CR/NC only. Pre: MDED 554 or consent. (Fall only)

PHRM 590 Selected Topics in Pharmacology (V)

Elective for medical students in Pharmacology. Repeatable up to 12 credits. CR/NC only. Pre: MDED 551.

PHRM 499 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Directed reading and research in experimental pharmacology. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

PHRM 203 General Pharmacology (3)

Similar to 201 but wider in scope of drugs discussed. Intended for undergraduates in the health sciences and related fields. Pre: mammalian physiology.

PHRM 201 Introduction to General Pharmacology (2)

Drugs discussed with emphasis on sites and mechanism of action, toxicity, fate, and uses of major therapeutic agents. Pre: mammalian physiology and dental hygiene major.

PER 368C Introduction to South/Southeast Asian Film, History, Theory and Appreciation (3)

Study and analysis of South/Southeast Asian films–history, forms, development, theoretical framework and relationship to cultural, social, philosophical and aesthetic context. (C) Iranian. Sophomore standing or higher, or consent. (Cross-listed as PER 368)

PED 599 Directed Reading/Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only. Pre: consent.

PED 545 (Alpha) Electives in Pediatrics (V)

Fourth-year elective in pediatric sub-specialty areas in which medical students may receive clinical experiences and an in-depth study of selected sub-specialty areas within the field of pediatrics. (B) adolescent medicine; (C) ambulatory pediatric care; (E) clinical genetics; (F) Sub-Internship in neonatology; (G) pediatric cardiology; (H) Sub-Internship in pediatric emergency medicine; (I) Sub-Internship in pediatric hematology/ oncology; (J) Sub-Internship in infectious diseases; (K) Sub-Internship in pediatrics–general ward in pediatrics; (M) extramural electives in pediatrics; (N) pediatric rheumatology; (P) developmental behavioral pediatrics; (Q) pediatric international preceptorship (3 cr.); (R) Sub-Internship in pediatric critical care;. (S) pediatric radiology; (T) pediatric ultrasound; (U) pediatric nephrology; (V) pediatric sports medicine. CR/NC only. Repeatable two times per alpha, up to 36 credits; not repeatable for (Q). Pre: 531 or 532.

PED 532 Pediatrics Longitudinal Clerkship (5)

Year-long clerkship in ambulatory setting, covering evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of childhood diseases. Emphasis on primary prevention, normal growth and development of the neonate to adolescent, and arrangement of pediatric care, including outpatient, inpatient, and emergency room experiences. Repeatable two times. Pre: third-year standing and concurrent registration in 532 courses. Co-requisite: MED, OBGN, PED, PSTY, and SURG 532.

PED 506 Introduction to Research Methodology, Biostatistics, and Epidemiology (1)

Interactive seminar series to cover the following topics: data types, descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, selecting a statistical test, data distributions, measures of data spread, statistical test assumptions, standard deviation vs. standard error, etc. Repeatable one time. Medical students only. CR/NC only. Pre: MDED 551.

PED 501 Pediatric Seminars (1)

Interactive weekly lecture/seminar designed to teach topics in pediatrics and supplemented by small group 2-hour encounters with faculty clinicians in pediatric emergency medicine, inpatient pediatric, and enonatology to gain exposure in pediatric hospital care. Repeatable one time. Medical students only. CR/NC only. Pre: MDED 551.

PACE 790 Advanced Topics: Conflict Theory (3)

Advanced seminar covering issues of policy and practice in peace and conflict management theory. Repeatable one time. Graduate standing only. Pre: consent.

PACE 699 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Repeatable up to 9 credits. A-F only. Pre: departmental approval or consent.

PACE 695 Conflict Resolution Practicum (V)

Practice in conflict resolution skills. Open to candidates for Certificate in Conflict Resolution. Repeatable one time or up to three credits. A-F only. Pre: consent.

PACE 690 Topics: Conflict Theory (V)

Recent issues of policy and practice in peace and conflict management theory. Repeatable up to 12 credits. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

PACE 668 Facilitation: Facilitating Community and Organizational Change (3)

Advanced conflict resolution course. Covers key issues in the prevention, management and resolution of multiparty conflicts. Combined lecture, discussion, and simulations. A-F only. Graduate students only or departmental approval. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as PLAN 668)

PACE 660 Family Mediation (3)

Theory and skills for practicing divorce and custody mediation. Negotiation and conflict intervention skills used by social workers, lawyers, and other intervenors in family conflict. Focus on Hawai‘i’s divorce and custody laws and practices. Repeatable one time. Graduate students only. A-F only. Pre: consent.

PACE 652 Conflict Management for Educators (3)

Conflict resolution theory and practice for administrators, faculty and staff in educational organizations. K-12, community colleges and universities. Application and theory of negotiation, mediation, facilitation and hybrid ADR processes. Pre: EDEA 601 or EDEA 650, or consent. (Cross-listed as EDEA 652)

PACE 650 Dispute Resolution System Design (3)

Conflict prevention, management and resolution in the workplace. Design and implementation of effective systems integrating ADR and recent advances in dispute resolution methodology to government, health, nonprofit, educational, private sector and other institutions. Pre: graduate standing, or departmental approval.

PACE 647 Mediation: Theory and Practice (3)

Combined lecture, discussion, and mediation simulations. Theory of ADR field. Theory of major different models of mediation, both in the U.S. and internationally. Application of mediation process to categories of disputes, family, workplace, and international. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing, or departmental approval. (Once a year)

PACE 640 Seminar: Social Studies (3)

Study in trends, research, and problems of implementation in teaching field. Repeatable two times. Pre: teaching experience or consent.(Cross-listed as EDCS 640K)

PACE 637 Gender: Law and Conflicts (V)

Examines how international law and domestic legal systems address and resolve conflicts regarding women’s rights, gender roles, and gender identity. Takes a comparative approach with emphasis on the Asia-Pacific region. (Cross-listed as LAW 547 and WGSS 647)

PACE 629 Negotiation & Conflict Resolution (3)

Negotiation as a foundational skill of conflict resolution;
mastery of negotiation skills for strategic dispute resolution; non-routine problem-solving, creating partnerships and alliances; crafting optimal agreements. Students participate in simulations and acquire vital leadership skills. Graduate standing only. Pre: one of the following courses with a minimum grade of B: 429, 447, 477, 647, 652, or 668; or PLAN 627; or COMG 455 or SOC 730; or LAW 508; or MGT 660. (Cross-listed as PLAN 629)

PACE 621 Environmental Conflict Resolution (3)

Explore how environmental conflicts emerge and the efforts to find common ground for resolution. Examine the issues, debates, and theoretical aspects that help to explain and frame environmental conflict. Graduate students only. (Cross-listed as PLAN 621)

PACE 495 Practicum and Internship (3)

The practicum and internship in Peace and Conflict Resolution provides an opportunity for students to apply the skills and concepts learned in earlier courses. Pre: any two other PACE courses or consent. (Cross-listed as PUBA 495)

PACE 489 Hiroshima & Peace (3)

10-day intensive course at Hiroshima City University, Japan, in the 2-weeks before the annual August 6 commemoration of the atomic bombing. Home-stay with Japanese family. Sophomore standing. A-F only. Pre: any 200 level social science course, or consent.

PACE 485 Topics in Peace and Conflict Resolution (3)

Recent issues, practices in peace and conflict resolution. Repeatable one time. Pre: any DS course, or consent.

PACE 480 Managing Human Conflict (3)

Introduction into the field of conflict analysis and resolution through the examination of theory and role-play. Major theories of conflict studies are considered and the forms of conflict resolution, such as negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: any 200-level DS course.

PACE 478 International Law and Disputes (3)

Management, prevention, resolution of international disputes and the role of international law. Pre: any Social Science 100 or 200 level course, or consent.

PACE 477 Culture and Conflict Resolution (3)

Conflict resolution techniques for major world culture. Emphasis on cultures of the Pacific Basin, Pacific Islands, and Asia. Pre: any DS course, or consent.

PACE 470 Advocating for Children: Rights and Welfare (3)

Multi-disciplinary advocacy for children’s rights and welfare in various social and political systems; the role of families, justice, economics, media, race, culture, environment on policy-making for children. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: any 200-level DS course.

PACE 468 Introduction to Facilitating Organizational Change (3)

Explores the characteristics of organizations from different perspectives including structural, political, ethical, and cultural frames from organizational theory and practice. Focuses on how to design organizational change strategies and facilitate their implementation. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: any 200-level DS course (with a minimum grade of C+).

PACE 460 Indigenous Nonviolent Action in the Asia-Pacific (3)

Study of nonviolent methods (i.e., United Nations structures, international law, boycotts, and peaceful protest) used to gain political goals and examines their successes, failures, and the prospects for those that remain ongoing. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: any 200-level DS course.

PACE 450 Protest Under Occupation (3)

Explore nonviolent protests when one Independent State controls the territory of another Independent State (or international organization, such as the United Nations), without the transfer of sovereign title. Sophomore standing or higher. Pre: any 200-level DS course.

PACE 447 Introduction to Mediation (3)

Learn the core components of the mediation process and the tools for empowering mediation participants to reach customized resolutions. Emphasis on learning and applying the skills through exercises and mock mediation sessions.

PACE 436 Geography of Peace and War (3)

Geographical factors underlying conflict in the world. Pre: sophomore standing or higher, or consent. (Cross-listed as GEO 436)

PACE 430 Leadership for Social Change (3)

In-depth study of current models and emerging theories of ethical leadership in community service; development of tangible leadership skills, including communication, conflict resolution, team-building, and management skills. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: any 200-level DS course.

PACE 429 Negotiation (3)

Negotiation theory, negotiation skills and application of negotiation in conflict prevention, conflict management and conflict resolution with an emphasis on oral communication and contemporary ethical issues. Pre: any Social Science 100 or 200 level course, or consent.

PACE 420 Introduction to Human Rights: International and Comparative Perspectives (3)

Introduction to international, regional, and domestic human rights law; comparative perspectives on the theoretical origins of human rights and policy debates on the protection of human rights, dispute resolution, and enforcement mechanisms. Pre: any 100 or 200 level social sciences course, or consent.

PACE 413 Terrorism (3)

Multidisciplinary approach to the origins, dynamics, and consequences of international terrorism, including the psychological, legal, ethical and operational concerns of counterterrorism. Pre: any 200-level DS course, or consent.

PACE 412 Gandhi, King, and Nonviolence (3)

Life and thought of Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King, Jr. Pre: any Social Science 100 or 200 level course, or consent.

PACE 410 History of Peace Movements (3)

Examination of two centuries of U.S., European, Australian, and Hawaiian peace, thought, and action. Also surveys early Christian and secular attitudes to war. Open to nonmajors. Pre: any DS course, or consent.

PACE 407 Peace Processes in Philippines and Hawai‘i (3)

History of Philippine Islam and the Moro struggle, the peace process in Mindanao and sovereignty movement for Hawaiian nation. 75 min. Lec, 75-min. joint online discussion with Philippine students. Junior standing only. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as ASAN 407)

PACE 399 Directed Reading (V)

Directed reading in peace and conflict resolution. Repeatable three times. Pre: consent.

PACE 373 Nonviolent Political Alternatives (3)

Exploration of scientific and cultural resources for nonviolent alternatives in politics. Pre: any 100- or 200-level POLS course; or consent. (Cross-listed as POLS 396)

PACE 345 Aggression, War, and Peace (3)

Biocultural, evolutionary, and cross-cultural perspectives on the conditions, patterns, and processes of violence, war, nonviolence, and peace. Pre: ANTH 152. (Cross-listed as ANTH 345)

PACE 315 Personal Peace: Stories of Hope (3)

Interviewing, writing, and publishing stories of those who have overcome great difficulties to find personal peace. Pre: grade of B or better in ENG 100 or consent.

PACE 310 Survey Peace and Conflict Studies (3)

Survey of basic concepts, ethical relationships, methods, and debates in modern peace research and the oral skills needed for conflict resolution studies. Pre: any social science 100- or 200-level course or consent.

PACE 387 The Meaning of War (3)

Exploration of ethical questions related to the many facets of war–e.g., patriotism, tribalism, holy war, self-sacrifice, cowardice, media coverage, propaganda, torture, genocide, pillage, suicide tactics, battlefield immunity. (Cross-listed as PHIL 387)

PACE 247 Survey of Conflict Management (3)

Survey of contemporary conflict management and resolution: negotiation, mediation, conciliation, ombuds, fact-finding, facilitation techniques, arbitration, and litigation. Pre: any social science 100- or 200-level course or consent.

PATH 599 Electives in Pathology (V)

Individualized instruction in clinical and/or anatomic pathology. Third-year elective. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

PATH 595 Introduction to Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (1)

Provides an introduction to the practice of pathology and laboratory medicine and the role pathologists and the laboratory play in the diagnosis and management of disease. MD students only. CR/NC only. Pre: MDED 554 or consent. (Fall only)

PATH 545 (Alpha) Unit VII Electives in Pathology (V)

Individualized instruction in laboratory medicine for the practicing physician, clinical and anatomic pathology: (B) advanced topics in clinical immunology; (C) anatomic pathology; (D) clinical pathology; (E) pathologic aspects of aging, nutrition, and/or alcoholism; (F) extramural elective in pathology. Repeatable four times. CR/NC only. Pre: BIOM 555.

PATH 541 Pathology Practicum (V)

Required autopsy experience involving dissection and microscopic examination of tissues and detailed evaluation of disease process. CR/NC only. Pre: third-or fourth-year standing.

PATH 525 Unit V Block Elective (V)

Required elective for second-year medical students, objectives to be determined by contract. One option is a review of USMLE Part I. CR/NC only. Pre: BIOM 551.

PATH 515 Unit V Concurrent Elective (1)

Elective course for second-year medical students. CR/NC only. Pre: BIOM 551 and consent.

PATH 512 Unit II Concurrent Elective (1)

Elective course for first-year medical students. CR/NC only. Pre: BIOM 551 and consent.

PATH 499 Directed Research (V)

Pathology of aging, nutrition, alcoholism, and immunology. Open to selected undergraduate students. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

PATH 470 Immunopathology Seminar (1)

Autoimmune diseases and transplantation immunity. Pre: consent.

PALI 482 Intermediate Pali II (3)

Continuation of 481.

PALI 481 Intermediate Pali I (3)

Continuation of 382. Reading various Hinayâna texts. Pre: 382.

PALI 382 Elementary Pali II (3)

Continuation of 381.

PALI 381 Elementary Pali I (3)

Reading simple texts from Pali canon. Grammar taught as needed for the reading. Pre: SNSK 182 or equivalent).

PACS 700 Thesis Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

PACS 699 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

PACS 695 Master’s Portfolio Project (V)

Independent study for students working on MA portfolio projects. A grade of satisfactory (S) is assigned when the project is satisfactorily completed. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing in PACS.

PACS 690 Graduate Seminar: Change in the Pacific (3)

Interrelationship of change in selected Pacific Islands regions, institutions, and processes. Repeatable two times. Pre: consent.

PACS 640 Women in Oceania (3)

Will look at feminist theory, ethnography, culture, activism and globalization in the context of writing, research and film on or by Women in Oceania. Pre: consent.

PACS 603 Researching Oceania: Creative and Conventional Methods of Inquiry (3)

Graduate seminar. Literacy, theory and method in the creation of a Master’s research project. Pre: 601 and 602.

PACS 602 Re/Presenting Oceania: Pacific and American Perspectives (3)

Graduate seminar. Critical analysis of the way physical, social and cultural aspects of Oceania have been represented in scholarly and popular media. Co-requisite: 601.

PACS 601 Learning Oceania (3)

Graduate seminar. Introduction to the nature and origins of Pacific Studies as an organized field of study. Epistemological, conceptual, political and ethical issues facing students of the region today. Co-requisite: 602.

PACS 494 Culture and Consumption in Oceania (3)

Lecture on changing patterns of consumption in Oceania, and the historical, political, cultural, artistic, and economic forces shaping such practices. Pre: upper division standing, or consent.

PACS 493 Moving Images in the Pacific Islands (3)

Critically examines indigenous and foreign representations of the Pacific Islands and is designed to make film a central focus of inquiry for students interested in the contemporary Pacific. Repeatable one time.

PACS 492 Topics in Pacific Islands Studies (3)

Repeatable two times.

PACS 474 Studies in Hawaiian and/or Pacific Literature (3)

Intensive study of selected questions, issues, traditions, writers, movements, or genres in the field of Pacific literature. Repeatable one time. Pre: ENG 320 and one other 300-level ENG course. (Crosslisted as ENG 474)

PACS 462 Drama and Theatre of Oceania (3)

Survey of the contemporary drama and theatre of Oceania that combines island and Western traditions. Includes Papua New Guinea, Hawai‘i, Fiji, Samoa, Australia, New Zealand. Pre: ANTH 350 or THEA 101, or consent. (Cross-listed as THEA 462)

PACS 401 Pacific Islander Collaborative Research (3)

Engage in intensive collaborative research with a Pacific Islander community in Hawaiʻi, culminating in a research paper and public presentation. Oral communication is an essential component of this course. Junior standing or higher.

PACS 399 Directed Research (V)

Repeatable up to 12 credits.

PACS 371 Literature of the Pacific (3)

Basic concepts and representative texts for the study of the literature of the Pacific, including Pacific voyagers and contemporary writings in English by Pacific Islanders. Pre: one ENG DL course or consent. (Cross-listed as ENG 371)

PACS 303 Thinking Through Pacific Arts, Ritual, and Performance (3)

Lecture, discussion, and workshop series surveys arts, ritual, and performance practices throughout the Pacific. Engaging with Pacific traditions of thought, and creative approaches to research, students also return findings to Pacific communities. Repeatable one time. Sophomore standing or higher.

PACS 302 Contemporary Issues in Oceania (3)

Combined lecture/discussion. Examination of critical political, social, and economic issues in the Pacific Islands region today.

PACS 301 Pacific Communities in Hawai‘i (3)

Examines Pacific Islander communities’ experiences in Hawai‘i through service learning, reading, writing, lecture, and discussion. Concerns about housing, employment, education, health, language, and culture are central. A-F only.

PACS 203 Arts in Oceania–An Introduction (3)

Practical and theoretical study of arts in Oceania in relevant cultural contexts. Repeatable one time. A-F only. (Fall only)

PACS 202 Pacific Islands Movement and Migration (3)

Combined lecture and service-learning activities. Examines the diaspora of Pacific Islanders. Includes a service-learning activity examining cultural, political, and economic status of groups of Pacific Islanders living in other Pacific places. Limit of 20 students. A-F only.

PACS 201 Islands of Globalization (3)

Combined lectures, service-learning. Examines the nature and impact of globalization on Pacific Island societies, viewed from the perspective of islanders who engage with global forces and processes, and create strategies to survive. Limit 20 students. A-F only.

PACS 108 Pacific Worlds: An Introduction to Pacific Islands Studies (3)

Introduces students to the geography, societies, histories, cultures, contemporary issues, and arts of Oceania, including Hawai‘i. Combines lectures and discussion that emphasize Pacific Islander perspectives and experiences. A-F only.

PAS 099 Overseas Study (V)

Registration allows student to maintain enrolled status at UH Mānoa while taking courses abroad. CR/NC only. Pre: consent.

OCN 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Research for doctoral dissertation. Repeatable unlimited times.

OCN 791 Proposal Development (2)

Introduction to the organization and functioning of oceanography funding agencies, the peer-review process, and the design and development of a research proposal. Repeatable one time. OCN majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: two of the following: 621, 626, 627 (or concurrent), or 628 (or concurrent); or consent.

OCN 780 Seminar (1)

Oceanographic topics of current interest. Repeatable unlimited times.

OCN 770 Seminar in Chemical Oceanography (1)

OCN 760 Topics in Physical Oceanography (V)

Near-shore processes, advanced mathematical techniques, recent developments, etc. Typically given by visiting professors in their specialties, or in response to student interest. Repeatable unlimited times.

OCN 750 Topics in Biological Oceanography (V)

Seminar. Literature and concepts in one of several active fields considered in detail. Repeatable three times, credits earned up to 12 credits. Pre: consent.

OCN 700 Thesis Research (V)

Research for master’s thesis. Repeatable unlimited times.

OCN 699 Directed Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent. CR/NC only.

OCN 683 Advanced Statistics in R (3)

(2 hr Lec, 1 hr Lab) In-depth introduction to the modern statistical methods necessary for analyzing biological/ecological data, including GLMs, GAMs, mixed models, ordination, etc. Students will learn how to perform these methods in R. 

OCN 682 Data Science Fundamentals in R (3)

(3 hr Lec/Lab) Introduces project management, data analysis, and mathematical and statistical modeling using R as a platform. Students will learn principles and benefits of programming languages to apply skills to their own research. (Cross-listed as MBIO 612)

OCN 681 Introduction to Ocean Ecosystem Modeling (3)

Introduction to modeling biological and physical oceanic processes by building a coupled model of the Pacific to investigate physical effects on biological production. Students will learn biological-physical dynamics, basic numerical methods, and programming. Pre: 620, 621, or consent. (Alt. years)

OCN 680 Dynamics of Marine Ecosystems: Biological-Physical Interactions in the Oceans (3)

Combined lecture/discussion examining biological and physical interactions in the oceans and their impacts on the functioning of marine ecosystems. A-F only. Pre: previous course in marine science, or consent. (Alt. years)

OCN 674 Paleoceanography (3)

Study of the paloeceanographic and paleoclimate evolution of the Earth’s oceans, atmosphere, and biosphere. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as ERTH 674)

OCN 668 Advanced Geophysical Fluid Dynamics II (3)

Thermodynamics of stratified fluids; convection; mixing; models of the thermohaline circulation; the role of eddies in the large-scale ocean circulation. Pre: 667 or consent.

OCN 667 Advanced Geophysical Fluid Dynamics I (3)

Basic concepts and equations to describe large-scale ocean circulation; numerical models; boundary layers; models of wind-driven circulation of a homogeneous ocean. Pre: 620 and 662, or consent.

OCN 666 Large-Scale Ocean-Atmosphere Interactions (3)

Lecture/seminar introduces physical oceanography and meteorology students to the state-of-the-art theories and observations of large-scale ocean-atmosphere interaction, as well as conveying the fundamental understanding that has been developed during the past 30 years. Emphasis will be on phenomena such as El Nino/Southern Oscillation, the North Atlantic Oscillation, the Pacific Decadal Oscillation, and global climate change. Repeatable one time. Pre: 620 or ATMO 600, or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as ATMO 666)

OCN 665 Small-Scale Air-Sea Interaction (3)

Observations and theory of small-scale processes which couple the atmosphere and ocean boundary layers, including introduction to turbulence theory and parameterization of turbulent fluxes. Pre: MATH 402 and MATH 403 (or their equivalents) and either 620 or ATMO 600, or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as ATMO 665)

OCN 664 Oceanographic Instrumentation and Technology (3)

Measurement techniques in physical oceanography, including pressure, temperature, salinity, oxygen, optical sensors, current meters, navigation systems, ocean acoustics, and mooring structures. Includes a laboratory research project. A-F only. OCN majors only. Pre: 620 or consent.

OCN 663 Satellite Oceanography (3)

Techniques of satellite observations of the ocean, including temperature, pigment concentration, currents, and winds; analysis of a satellite data set as term project. A-F only. OCN majors only. Pre: 620 or consent.

OCN 662 Marine Hydrodynamics (3)

Introduction to classical hydrodynamics and continuum mechanics. Techniques for solution of Navier Stokes equations on various scales of oceanic motion; potential theory, dynamic modeling, and viscous and rotational processes. Pre: MATH 403.

OCN 661 Ocean Waves II (3)

Baroclinic gravity waves, inertial waves, mid-latitude Rossby waves, topographic waves, equatorial waves. Pre: 660 or consent.

OCN 660 Ocean Waves I (3)

Survey of wave types-acoustic, capillary, gravity, inertial, vorticity. Basic wave concepts emphasized: phase and group velocities, standing waves, energy conservation, dispersion, refraction, diffraction. Rotation and boundary effects are covered: reflection, basin modes, trapping, tides. Pre: MATH 402 or consent.

OCN 653 Methods in Microbiology Oceanography (3)

(1 8-hr Lab) Modern methods for sampling microbial populations from the sea and for quantifying biomass and in siturates of metabolism. Integrated field projects, theme varies. OCN majors only. Pre: 621 or 623, and 626; or consent.

OCN 650 Math Techniques for Oceanographers (5)

(3 Lec, 2 3-hr Lab) Introduction to numerical methods, data analysis, error propagation, box models, linear and nonlinear least squares, perturbation theory, numerical integration. Pre: MATH 244 or MATH 253A.

OCN 644 Sedimentary Geochemistry (3)

Geochemical thermodynamics and kinetics and their use in interpreting the origin of sediments, sedimentary rocks, and natural waters over a range of pressure-temperature conditions. Pre: CHEM 171, MATH 242, PHYS 152; or consent. (Cross-listed as ERTH 644)

OCN 643 Topics in Marine Geochemistry (3)

Seminar on a broad topic; discussion and critique of research papers. Repeatable one time. Pre: 623 or consent.

OCN 642 Elemental Composition Changes (3)

Changes in the chemical composition of meteorites, bulk Earth, Earth’s mantle and crust, sedimentary rocks, hydrosphere and biosphere, and underlying principles. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as ERTH 642)

OCN 641 Origin of Sedimentary Rocks (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Environment of deposition and subsequent diagenesis of modern and ancient sediments. Petrogenesis of siliciclastic, carbonate and orthochemical rocks. Sedimentology, sedimentary petrography and geochemistry. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as ERTH 641) F

OCN 640 Observational Physical Oceanography (3)

Application of the scientific method; physical regimes in the ocean; ocean processes and observational strategies; resolution, sampling, array design and observing systems; models and data assimilation; major field programs; operational oceanography and climate prediction. Pre: 620 and consent.

OCN 638 Earth System Science and Global Change (3)

Global view of the planet and how it functions as an integrated unit. Biogeochemical processes, dynamics, and cycles, and analysis of natural and human-induced environmental change. Chemical history of ocean-atmosphere-sediment system and co-evolution of the biota. Repeatable one time. Pre: BS in environmentally related science or one year of chemistry, physics, and calculus. (Cross-listed as ERTH 638)

OCN 637 Aquatic Microbial Geochemistry (3)

The synergy between the biogeochemistry of element cycling and the microbial organisms involved, interfacing across disciplines from the perspective of a practical blend of aquatic chemistry, microbiology, biogeochemistry, and molecular biology. Pre: 623 and consent. (Alt years: fall)

OCN 633 Biogeochemical Methods in Oceanography (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Current methods of analysis used in the ocean sciences, both in the field and in the laboratory. An ocean-going field trip provides students with hands-on training in sample collection and processing. The latter is followed by laboratory analyses of the collected samples throughout the remainder of the semester. Pre: BIOL 171 and CHEM 161 and ERTH 101; or consent.

OCN 631 Ocean Minerals (3)

Distribution, origin, processes of formation. Sulfides, oxides, and placer minerals. Comparative studies of continental ore bodies. Submarine rift, subduction, and abduction. Pre: one of 622, 623, ERTH 407, or ERTH 603.

OCN 630 Deep-Sea Biology (3)

(1.5 Lec, 1.5 Discussion) Biology and ecology of deep-sea organisms and communities. Topics including bentho-pelagic coupling, depth zonation, energetics, diversity, adaptations, hydrothermal vents, seamounts, abyssal plains, deep-sea resource extraction, and global climate change. Pre: consent. (Alt. years)

OCN 629 Molecular Methods in Marine Ecology (3)

Molecular methods for studying marine functional ecology; emphasis on hand-on tools for ecological and biogeochemical processes of microbes; developing practical skills for research project in marine microbial ecology and biological oceanography. A-F only. Pre: 403, 626, 627, or 628; or consent. (Fall only)

OCN 628 Benthic Biological Oceanography (4)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Processes controlling the structure and function of benthic communities, including organism-sediment-flow interactions, sediment geochemistry, feeding strategies, recruitment, succession, and population interactions. OCN and MB majors only. Pre: consent.

OCN 627 Ecology of Pelagic Marine Animals (4)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Ecology of pelagic animals including feeding, energetics, predation, and anti-predation tactics. Life-history strategies, vertical flux of materials, population dynamics, fisheries. Pre: consent. (Spring only)

OCN 626 Marine Microplankton Ecology (4)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Distribution, abundance, and ecology of marine microplankton, including bacteria, algae, and protozoans, with an emphasis on metabolic rates and processes. Pre: consent. (Fall only)

OCN 625 Aquatic Photosynthesis (3)

Biochemical and biophysical concepts of photosynthesis. Application and interpretation of ecological processes of photosynthesis in aquatic systems. Open to nonmajors. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Spring only)

OCN 623 Chemical Oceanography (3)

Chemical processes occurring in marine waters; why they occur and how they affect oceanic environment. Pre: CHEM 171.

OCN 622 Geological Oceanography (3)

Marine geological processes, ocean basin structure and tectonics, sedimentation. Pre: ERTH 101.

OCN 621 Biological Oceanography (3)

Factors governing productivity, population dynamics, distribution of organisms in major ecosystems of the ocean, emphasis on ecology of pelagic zone. OCN majors only. Pre: consent.

OCN 620 Physical Oceanography (3)

Introduction to properties of seawater, oceanographic instruments and methods, heat budget, general ocean circulation, regional oceanography, waves, tides, sea level. Formation of water masses, dynamics of circulation. Repeatable one time. Pre: MATH 242 (or concurrent), or consent.

OCN 499 Undergraduate Thesis (V)

Directed research in which the student carries out a scientific project of small to moderate scope with one or more chosen advisors. The student must complete a document in the style of a scientific journal article. Repeatable up to six credits. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as GES 499)

OCN 496 Topics in Global Environmental Science (V)

Lecture and discussion or seminar. Current topics in environmental science explored in detail. Typically offered by faculty in their specialties, or developed in response to student interest. GES majors only. Repeatable unlimited times, credits earned up to six credits. Pre: consent.

OCN 490 Communication of Research Results (2)

Lecture/discussion to provide instruction and experience in oral and written presentation of scientific results and material. GES majors only in their final semester. A-F only. Pre: OCN/GES 499 (or concurrent). (Cross-listed as GES 490)

OCN 481 Introduction to Ocean Ecosystem Modeling (3)

Introduction to modeling biogeochemical and physical oceanic processes by building a coupled model of the Pacific to investigate physical effects on plankton blooms. Students learn ecosystem dynamics, basic numerical methods, and programming. A-F only. GES majors only. Pre: (OCN/ATMO 310 or GES 311 or PHYS 272, and OCN/ERTH 312) with a minimum grade of B-. (Fall only)

OCN 480 Dynamics of Marine Ecosystems: Biological-Physical Interactions in the Oceans (3)

Combined lecture and discussion examining biological and physical interactions in the oceans and their impacts on the functioning of marine ecosystems. GES majors only. A-F only. Pre: 201/201L, GES 311, GES 319L, and PHYS 272/272L; and consent. (Alt. years)

OCN 463 Data Analysis in Earth Science (3)

Combined lecture, discussion, and laboratory on global Earth system databases and satellite instrumentation, including computer laboratory. GES majors only. A-F only. Pre: MATH 242; or consent. (Cross-listed as GES 463)

OCN 457 Ridge to Reef: Coastal Ecosystem Ecology and Connectivity (3)

Watershed and coastal biogeochemistry/ecosystem science. Emphasis on field surveying and sampling of stream and reef habitats; laboratory chemical/biological analyses. Analysis of land use impacts on ecosystem health and ahupua‘a resource
management. A-F only. Pre: 201/201L; and either OCN/ATMO 310, or GES 311; or consent.

OCN 454L Earth’s Microbiome Lab(3)

Lab on the diversity and function of the Earth’s microbiomes, inclusive of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, symbiotic and free living microorganisms with a focus on the microbial underpinnings of the Earth’s biogeochemistry. Repeatable unlimited times. A-F only. Pre: 102 or 201 or BOT 305 or BIOL 305, or BIOL 171 and BIOL 172. (Alt years: Fall) (Cross-listed as OCN 454L)

OCN 454 Earth’s Microbiome (3)

Lecture on the diversity and function of the Earth’s microbiomes, inclusive of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, symbiotic and free living microorganisms with a focus on the microbial underpinnings of the Earth’s biogeochemistry. Repeatable unlimited times. A-F only. Pre: 102 or 201 or BOT 305 or BIOL 305, or BIOL 171 and BIOL 172. (Alt years: Fall) (Cross-listed as GES 454)

OCN 450 Aquaculture Production (3)

Theory and practice of aquaculture: reproduction, yield trials, management, economics, and business case studies of fish, crustaceans, and molluscs. Field classes held at commercial farm and hatchery. Pre: ANSC 321 and ANSC 445: or BIOL 172/172L and CHEM 162/162L or higher. (Cross-listed as ANSC 450)

OCN 444 Plate Tectonics (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Quantitative geometrical analysis techniques of plate tectonics theory; instantaneous and finite rotation poles; triple-junction analysis; plate boundary stresses. Pre: ERTH 200 or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as ERTH 444)

OCN 442 Environmental Management Systems (3)

Introduction to the process of developing Environmental Management Systems that address the principles outlined in ISO14001:2015. Repeatable one time. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as SUST 442 and TIM 462)

OCN 441 Principles of Sustainability Analysis (3)

Key principles of sustainability and its analysis. Quantification of environmental impact/assessment using target plots, mass/energy balances, and life cycle analyses (cradle to gate/grave) applied to products, processes, or systems. Use of SimaPro. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as CEE 441 and SUST 441)

OCN 435 Climate Change and Urbanization (3)

The following topics will be addressed: How are cities impacted by, and impacting climate change? How do urbanization, alteration of atmospheric processes, and extreme weather events affect urban systems and populations? A-F only. Pre: 363 or consent. (Fall only)

OCN 430 Introduction to Deep-Sea Biology (3)

(1.5 Lec, 1.5 Discussion) Biology and ecology of deepsea organisms and communities. Topics including bentho-pelagic coupling, depth zonation, energetics, diversity, adaptations, hydrothermal vents, seamounts, abyssal plains, deep-sea resource extraction and global climate change. A-F only. Pre: 201 and BIOL 265, or consent. (Alt. years)

OCN 423 Marine Geology (3)

Sediments, structure, geophysics, geochemistry, history of ocean basins and margins. Pre: ERTH 200 and ERTH 302, or consent. (Cross-listed as ERTH 423)

OCN 418 Advanced Environmental Monitoring Systems and Measurements (3)

Builds upon 318 using more advanced microprocessors and environmental sensors, 3D printing, programming, etc. to construct, program, and deploy environmental monitoring systems to collect and stream in-situ time-series environmental measurements. OCN, ERTH, ATMO majors only. A-F only. Pre: 318, MATH 242, PHYS 272/272L, and CHEM 162/162L; or consent. (Fall only)

OCN 403 Marine Functional Ecology and Biotechnology (3)

Marine functional genomics, biodiversity of marine natural habitats, marine microbial communities and their ecological functions, interactions of marine microbes and their host, climate change and marine biodiversity, marine biotechnology. A-F only. Pre: 201 or MICR 130, or consent. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as MBBE 405)

OCN 401 Biogeochemical Systems (3)

Relationship of biogeochemical cycles in the atmosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere to global chemical cycles and planetary climatic conditions. GES degree foundation and capstone course with an emphasis on improving student writing skills. GES majors only. Senior standing only. A-F only. Pre: 201, GES 311, BIOL 172/172L, CHEM 162/162L, ERTH 101/101L, GES 319L (or concurrent), ATMO 200 (or concurrent), and GES/OCN 499 (or concurrent); or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as GES 401)

OCN 399 Directed Reading (V)

Directed reading in earth system science, oceanography, or environmental science. Repeatable up to 6 credits. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as GES 399)

OCN 395 Undergraduate Internship (V)

Experiential approach to earth science; students serve as interns to field professionals; responsibilities include supervised field work. Undergraduate SOEST majors only. Open to GES majors. Repeatable one time. CR/ NC only. Pre: junior/senior standing and consent.

OCN 340 Ecology of Infectious Diseases and Symbioses (3)

Introduction to the ecology of infectious diseases of animals, plants, and humans. Factors affecting disease transmission and virulence. Effects of human activities and environmental change on disease transmission. Emphasis on issues pertinent to Hawai‘i. A-F only. Pre: (BIOL 171 and BIOL 172) with a minimum grade of C; or consent. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as PEPS 340)

OCN 331 Living Resources of the Sea-Mai ke Kai Mai ke Ola (3)

Marine fisheries, aquaculture, and law of the sea. Principles of management of renewable resources. Political and scientific constraints and limitations. Sophomore standing or higher.

OCN 330 Mineral and Energy Resources of the Sea (3)

Hard mineral and petroleum origins, exploration, and exploitation. Renewable and non-renewable resources distribution. Political and scientific constraints. Pre: 201, ORE 202; or consent. (Cross-listed as ORE 330)

OCN 321 Applied Principles of Environmental & Energy Policy (3)

Introduction to the methods and techniques of environmental and energy policy in relation to energy systems. Analysis of enacted policies from case studies to understanding the effectiveness, challenges, contradictions, and limitations of each. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: any 100 or 200 level OCN course, or consent. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as PPC 340 and SUST 323)

OCN 320 Aquatic Pollution (3)

Pollution of freshwater and marine systems by human activities. Causes, consequences, and correctives. Pre: 201, CHEM 161, BIOL 171. (Cross-listed as GES 320)

OCN 318 Introduction to Environmental Monitoring Systems and Measurements (3)

Introduction to environmental monitoring systems for earth science students. Students will learn how to construct, program, and deploy simple environmental monitoring systems to collect in-situ environmental data. OCN, ERTH, ATMO majors only. A-F only. Pre: 201/201L or ERTH 101/101L, CHEM 161/161L, and MATH 241; or consent. (Fall only)

OCN 315 The Role of Models in Global Environmental Science (3)

Introduction to philosophy of science for those with some background in the natural sciences. Special emphasis on issues arising from the construction and use of models. Pre: any course 200 or above in PHIL or any course 200 or above with either DB or DP designation, or consent. (Alt. years: spring) (Cross-listed as PHIL 315)

OCN 312 Advanced Mathematics for Scientists and Engineers I (3)

Advanced mathematical methods with emphasis on application to the earth and ocean sciences and engineering. Topics include linear algebra, vector calculus, ordinary differential equations, and numerical methods. Pre: MATH 242 or consent. (Cross-listed as ERTH 312)

OCN 201L Science of the Sea Laboratory (1)

Experiments, computer exercises, and field trips demonstrating the geological, physical, chemical, and biological principles of earth and ocean sciences. A-F only. Pre: 201 (or concurrent).

OCN 201 Science of the Sea (3)

Origin and features of ocean basins and seawater; global cycles of carbon
and nutrients; currents; waves; tides; characteristics of marine organisms; marine ecological principles; marine pollution; climate change causes and consequences. Online asynchronous; synchronous format.

OCN 199 Introduction to Directed Research (V)

Reading and research in any area of Oceanography under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable up to six credits. 

OCN 196 Research Experiences in Marine Science (3)

Inquiry-driven and experimental marine biology summer program based on the expertise of HIMB researchers whose specialties demonstrate how human impacts and global change affect coral reef ecosystems. Emphases on student team research projects. Repeatable one time. High school or UG freshman only. (Summer only)

OCN 150 Introduction to Quantitative Earth and Environmental Science (3)

Introduction to pre-calculus math and physics applied to Earth and environmental science. Students work on real-world problems and engage in participatory learning. Preparatory for classes in calculus and physics. Pre: MATH 134, 161, or MATH assessment exam (with score required for MATH 140X). (Fall only) (Cross-listed as ATMO 150 and ERTH 150)

OCN 120 Global Environmental Challenges (3)

Scientific approach to evaluating human-caused environmental challenges and their potential solutions. Open to non-majors. (Spring only)

OCN 105 Sustainability in a Changing World (3)

Environmentally sustainable and non-sustainable practices, and the impacts of climate change, on the development and spread of human societies from pre-history to the 1500s in Asia, Africa, Europe, the Americas, and Hawai‘i/Oceania. Active learning environment. (Cross-listed as SUST 115)

OCN 102 Introduction to the Environment, Climate Change, & Sustainability (3)

Introduction to the environment, climate change, and sustainability as they apply to ecosystems. Sustainability will be introduced through active learning exercises that address sustainable development and the three pillars of sustainability. Repeatable one time. A-F only. (Cross-listed as GES 102 and SUST 112)

OCN 100 Global Environmental Science Seminar (1)

Seminar to introduce new GES majors to the research interests of GES faculty and the research facilities available within SOEST. Restricted to GES majors. CR/NC only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as GES 100)

ORE 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: candidacy for PhD in ocean and resources engineering.

ORE 792 Seminar in Ocean and Resources Engineering (1)

Attendance at 15 approved seminars is required along with submission of notes.

ORE 791 Special Topics in Ocean and Resources Engineering (V)

Content will reflect special interests of visiting and permanent faculty. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

ORE 783 (Alpha) Capstone Design Project (3)

Major design experience based on knowledge and skills acquired in earlier course work and incorporating realistic constraints that include economic, environmental, ethical, social, and liability considerations. Emphasis is placed on teamwork and consultant-client relationship. (B) coastal engineering; (C) offshore engineering; (D) ocean resources engineering; (E) oceanic engineering. ORE majors only. Pre: (411, 603, and 607) with a minimum grade of B-; or consent. (Fall only for (E))

ORE 766 Numerical Methods in Ocean Engineering (3)

Formulation and application of numerical methods for simulating and solving ocean engineering problems. Mathematical and computational fundamentals; accuracy and stability; numerical interpolation, differentiation, and integration; boundary element, finite difference, and finite element methods. Pre: consent.

ORE 707 Nonlinear Water Wave Theories (3)

Higher-order theories. Forced oscillations. Stoke’s theory. Nonlinear shallow-water wave equations and hydraulic jumps; effects of rotation. Internal waves. Analytical techniques necessary will be developed as course progresses. Pre: 607 with a B- grade.

ORE 700 Thesis Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: candidacy for MS in ocean and resources engineering.

ORE 699 Directed Reading or Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: graduate standing and consent.

ORE 695 Plan B Master’s Project (3)

Independent study for students working on a Plan B master’s project. A grade of Satisfactory (S) is assigned when the project is satisfactorily completed. Pre: master’s candidacy in ORE.

ORE 678 Marine Mineral Resources Engineering (3)

Activities in marine minerals development are examined in a multidisciplinary systems approach involving engineering, Earth and environmental sciences and economics. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

ORE 677 Marine Renewable Energy (3)

Ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC) systems: applicability, thermodynamics, design challenges; wave energy converters: floating devices, oscillating water column, optimal hydrodynamic performance; current, tidal, and offshore wind power. Pre: 607; basic knowledge of thermodynamics desirable. (Cross-listed as SUST 677)

ORE 664 Nearshore Processes and Sediment Transport (3)

coastal areas and its effect on morphological processes. Effect of man-made structures on littoral drift and shoreline. Pre: 607 or consent.

ORE 661 Coastal and Harbor Engineering (3)

Planning and design of seawalls, groins, jetties, breakwaters, and layout of ports. Design requirements for harbor entrances and channels. Littoral drift and sedimentation problems. Navigation and mooring requirements. Pre: 607 or consent.

ORE 654 Applications in Ocean Acoustics (3)

Using sound to observe the ocean. Fundamentals of propagation. Topics include marine mammals, navigation and communication, seismics, ships, wind and rain, ocean dynamics, flow and biological imaging and measurement, seafloor mapping, and the forward/ inverse problem. Pre: consent. (Once a year)

ORE 641 Environmental Fluid Dynamics (3)

Fluid dynamics for coastal and estuarine environments. Turbulent mixing processes in homogeneous and stratified fluids. Buoyancy driven flows, internal hydraulics, topographic effects and estuarine circulation. Spill and pollutant dispersal. Pre: 603 or consent.

ORE 630 Structural Analysis in Ocean Engineering (3)

Structural and finite element analyses and design of ocean structures to withstand hydrostatic and hydrodynamic loading of the sea. Considerations include material type, safety factor, stress concentration, and fatigue. Pre: consent. Co-requisite: 411.

ORE 612 Dynamics of Ocean Structures (3)

Response of floating platforms and vessels to wave action, spectral analysis in sea keeping. Frequency and time domain analyses of rigid body motions in six degrees of freedom. A-F only. Pre: 411 or consent. Co-requisite: 609 or consent.

ORE 609 Hydrodynamics of Fluid-Body Interaction (3)

Hydrodynamics of ships, coastal and offshore structures. Wave forces by potential theory and by Morison’s equation. Method of source distribution for potential flow problems. Flows with prescribed body motion, fixed and freely floating bodies. Pre: 607 or consent.

ORE 608 Probability and Statistics for Ocean Engineers (3)

Probability and statistical analysis including distributions, multiple regression and correlation, autocovariance, cross-spectra, and practical applications in ocean engineering. Pre: 607 or consent.

ORE 607 Water Wave Mechanics (3)

Governing equations in free surface flow, deterministic and probabilistic wave theories, wave transformation, wave-induced coastal currents, tides, ocean engineering operational sea state, and design wave criteria. Pre: consent.

ORE 603 Oceanography for Ocean Engineers (3)

Physical, chemical, biological, and geological ocean environments for ocean engineers. Introduction to ocean dynamical processes and general circulation. Ocean measurement techniques, theory of underwater acoustics. Sonar, swath bathymetry, and tomography applications. Pre: consent.

ORE 601 Ocean and Resources Engineering Laboratory (3)

Design, construction, and evaluation of an engineering system. Laboratory and field experience and data analysis supplemented with appropriate theory. Pre: 603 and 607, or consent.

ORE 411 Buoyancy and Stability (3)

Ship nomenclature and geometry, hydrostatic principles of surface ships and underwater vehicles in free-floating, partially waterborne, and damaged conditions. Subdivision of ships. Launching. Pre: CEE 270 or equivalent.

ORE 330 Mineral and Energy Resources (3)

Hard mineral and petroleum origins, exploration and exploitation. Renewable and non-renewable resources distribution. Political and scientific constraints. A-F only. Pre: 202 or OCN 201, or consent. (Cross-listed as OCN 330)

ORE 202 Ocean Technology—Man in the Sea (3)

Survey of human activities in the ocean, from the most traditional to the most innovative technical and engineering accomplishments.

OEST 735 Ocean Policy and Management (3)

Interdisciplinary approach to problems relating to humans and their interactions with the world’s oceans and coasts. Focus includes institutions for governing the world’s oceans and coasts at all scales and on the role of scientific knowledge in managing marine and coastal resources. Repeatable one time. Pre: OCN 331, GEO 435, or consent. (Cross-listed as SOCS 735)

OEST 699 Directed Reading/Research (V)

Selected interdisciplinary ocean/earth-related topics involving science, technology, engineering, and/or policy. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

OEST 696 Communicating Ocean Sciences (V)

Application of current learning theory and pedagogical practices in formal and informal learning environments to improve communication and instructional skills. Graduate students from multiple science disciplines welcome. Requires knowledge of biology, earth sciences, and/or chemistry. Repeatable one time, up to 3 credits. Pre: at least one course in introductory biology, geology, earth science, chemistry or marine science, an interest in ocean science, and enthusiasm for teaching science; or consent.

OEST 510 Earth Sciences Professional Development Education (V)

Specialized Earth Science topics workshops designed for in-service teachers who wish to learn new approaches and content areas in geology and geophysics, meteorology and oceanography. Repeatable up to 12 credits. Credits earned cannot be applied for graduate degrees.

OEST 441 Principles of Sustainability Analysis (3)

Introduction to the principles of sustainability analysis through execution of Life Cycle Analysis applied to products, processes, or systems. LCA and the evaluation of environmental impact will be presented. Personal computer or laptop (Word 97 or higher) OS, and minimum of 4GB RAM. Repeatable one time. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: (CHEM 161 and PHYS 170) with a minimum grade of C-; or consent. (Fall only)

OEST 350 Ethics in Scientific Research (1)

Introduction to issues of ethics in scientific research and scientific misconduct. ERTH, GES, or ATMO majors only. (Spring only)

OEST 109 Contemporary Issues in Energy Systems (3)

Introductory experience in energy systems including current status of fossil fuel, renewable energy technologies, energy utilization and conservation; environmental and policy aspects. A-F only. (Fall only)

OEST 103 An Introduction to Integrative Systems Biology: Hawaiian Biomes as a Framework (4)

Lecture/discussion introduces students to the field of biology through the integration of microbiology and macrobiology into a single, comprehensive systems biology with a focus on Hawaiian biomes and ecosystem sustainability. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as SUST 103)

OEST 101 Natural Hazards (3)

Science of natural hazards: impact on human civilization of events in the lithosphere, atmosphere, biosphere, and hydrosphere (e.g., earthquakes, hurricanes, red tides, and floods), and impact of humans on their exposure to and mitigation of the hazards.

OEST 100 The College Experience (1)

Required for entering SOEST majors to develop skills and applications for a successful college experience. Students will examine academic goals and implement strategies to achieve goals including time management and career exploration. SOEST majors only. CR/NC only.

OEST 099 International Exchange Study/Research (V)

Study overseas in an approved international exchange or similar program. Repeatable three times. GES, ERTH, and MET majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: consent of academic advisor.

OBGN 599 Directed Reading/Research (3)

Pre: consent.

OBGN 545 (Alpha) Electives in OB/GYN (V)

Opportunities for advanced study of selected topics. (B) labor and delivery; (C) outpatient clinic at Queen’s; (D) Sub-internship in family planning; (E) high-risk OB; (F) endocrinology; (G) oncology; (H) topics with individual preceptor; (I) extramural electives; (J) urogynecology and pelvic reconstructive surgery. Repeatable twice for each alpha. CR/NC only. Pre: 531 or 532.

OBGN 532 Obstetrics and Gynecology Longitudinal Clerkship (5)

Year-long clerkship in outpatient setting, covering assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and/or management of common gynecologic problems and normal and complicated pregnancies. Emphasis on prevention and health maintenance. Repeatable two times. Pre: third-year standing, and concurrent registration in 532 courses. Co-requisite: FMCH, MED, PED, PSTY, and SURG 632.

NURS 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Research for doctoral dissertation. Repeatable nine times. NURS majors only. Pre: consent.

NURS 796 Grant Writing and Grant Management (3)

Designed to introduce students to grants, grant writing, and grant management. Combined lecture discussion, seminar, and exercises on grants, grant writing, and grant management for health sciences. Open to NURS students only, others with approval. Repeatable one time. NURS majors only. Pre: instructor consent.

NURS 777 Nursing Research Practicum (3)

Faculty guided research opportunity to gain mastery of research skills and techniques through participation in mentored research. Repeatable one time. NURS majors only. PhD students only. A-F only. Pre: 741 (with a minimum grade of B-), 742 (with a minimum grade of B-), 751 (with a minimum grade of B-) and a quantitative methods course.

NURS 776 Doctor of Nursing Practice Project (V)

Under the guidance of their DNP Project Team members, students will synthesize, integrate, and translate newly acquired knowledge and skills in the implementation and evaluation of their DNP Project. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only.

NURS 775 Capstone Field Study (V)

Supervised experience in executive nursing leadership to address important health issues for high-risk or under-served populations utilizing an interdisciplinary systems-based approach. NURS majors only. Pre: 664 and 774 (or concurrent), or consent.

NURS 774 Best Practices in Leading Healthcare Patient Safety and Quality (3)

Examination of quality of health care, the process of managing healthcare outcomes and costs in the delivery of care through the interdisciplinary process. NURS majors only.

NURS 769 Dissertation Proposal Writing Seminar (3)

Provides students with advanced study and critique from faculty leading to the development of a draft dissertation proposal. Peer exchange facilities individual scholarship, research topic mastery, and ability to conduct rigorous critique. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 739, 741, 751. (Spring only)

NURS 768 Advanced Clinical Economics and Finance (3)

Theory and practice of financial management to achieve high quality and cost effectiveness in healthcare. Hybrid course which combines face-to-face with online learning. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 665, no waiver. (Alt. years)

NURS 767 Culturally Competent Research Methods (3)

Analysis of concepts, issues, and methods in conducting culturally competent research in the health field. Pre: graduate methods course or consent.

NURS 761 Translation Science (3)

Synthesis and analysis of interventions and variables that influence the rate of adoption of innovations. Application of concepts to patient populations and systems of healthcare. A-F only. (Fall only)

NURS 760 Trends in Healthcare (3)

Evaluates the historical foundations of healthcare systems and their relationship to current issues and trends in healthcare services. Analyzes the variations in healthcare delivery systems across nations and the impact on health outcomes. A-F only. (Fall only)

NURS 753 Advanced Statistics II (3)

Advanced application of multivariate statistics to analyze complex problems of interest to nursing in culturally diverse populations. A-F only. Pre: 741 and 752 or equivalent courses, or consent. Once a year.

NURS 752 Advanced Statistics I (3)

Advanced application of general linear model theory to analyze complex problems of interest to nursing in culturally diverse populations. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 741 (or equivalent) or consent. Once a year.

NURS 751 Concept Development and Analysis (3)

First course offering in-depth analysis of specific concepts and theoretical formulations of nursing and other disciplines pertinent to the student’s area of research interest. Addresses human responses to health in culturally diverse populations. NURS majors only. Pre: 739.

NURS 750 Foundation of Health Systems and Translation Science (3)

Integrate scientific findings from various fields of study to the leadership and management of healthcare systems to ensure the delivery of quality and safe care. A-F only. (Fall only)

NURS 748 Nursing Education & Leadership Capstone Practicum (V)

A culminating experience in nursing education and leadership program designed for students to integrate, critique, extend, and apply knowledge gained in the program. NURS majors only. Pre: (732 and 747) with a minimum grade of B-.

NURS 747 Curriculum Development and Assessment Strategies in Nursing Education (3)

Current theories, issues, and trends of curriculum development and assessment strategies in nursing education. NURS majors only.

NURS 746 Methods of Program Evaluation & Quality Improvement (3)

Principles of and frameworks for program evaluation. Students develop logic models and evaluation plans for a community program and collect and analyze evaluation data. A-F only. (Spring only)

NURS 745 Creative Learning Strategies for Adults (3)

Analysis of forces that affect adult learners. Concept of lifelong learning vis-à-vis development of creative strategies that assist maturing, self-directed persons to develop their potentialities. NURS majors only. (Cross-listed as EDEA 745 and EDEP 745)

NURS 744 Seminar on Women and Health (3)

Women’s health and the role of women health professionals. Current literature and research regarding attitudes, roles, rights, and health care. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as SW 776)

NURS 743 Qualitative Methods II (3)

Advanced in-depth exploration of the data collection, data analysis and methodological issues in the qualitative research traditions (ethnography, grounded theory, phenomenology and critical theory) used in nursing research. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 742 (or equivalent) or consent. (Once a year)

NURS 742 Qualitative Methods I (3)

Introduction to qualitative research methods in the development of nursing disciplinary knowledge related to culturally diverse populations. NURS majors only.

NURS 741 Quantitative Methods and Measures (3)

Critical analysis of quantitative research methods used to analyze problems of interest to nursing in culturally diverse populations. Repeatable three times. NURS majors only. Pre: 620 or equivalent course and an advanced statistics course; or consent.

NURS 739 Advanced Nursing Science (3)

Provides opportunities to know and practice the process of theory development in nursing and to test concepts, relationships, and models about health behavior in culturally diverse populations. NURS majors only.

NURS 730 Principles of Evidence-based Practice for Advanced Nursing (3)

Evaluates conceptual models for use in evidence-based practice. Refines skills in searching and critiquing the literature for application to practice change. Synthesizes a body of literature to design interventions pertinent to a practice problem. A-F only. (Fall only)

NURS 721 Instrument Development and Evaluation in Research (3)

Theory of testing and evaluation applied to nursing research in culturally diverse populations. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Once a year)

NURS 710 Designing and Conducting Clinical Trials (3)

Small group sections will guide students as they produce their own clinical trial protocol. Topics like ethics and statistical power will be addressed briefly. Repeatable one time. Pre: any graduate level statistics course.

NURS 702 Philosophical Thoughts (3)

Introduces the major fields of philosophy for use in research. Frameworks for the evaluation and critique of philosophical approaches to research will be explored, debated, analyzed, and applied as relevant to the PhD student’s dissertation. NURS majors only. A-F only. (Fall only)

NURS 700 Thesis Research (V)

Research for master’s thesis. Repeatable unlimited times. A-F only.

NURS 699 Directed Study or Research (V)

Directed study of problems related to nursing theory and practice. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

NURS 696 Nursing Education Capstone (3)

A culminating experience in nursing education program designed for students to integrate, critique, extend, and apply knowledge gained in the program. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Spring only)

NURS 695 Successful Aging: Physiologic (3)

Advanced study of the functional, cultural, psychological, and socioeconomic phenomena that impact the physiology of normal and abnormal aging. Emphasis is on promoting successful aging among elder residents of the Pacific Basin and applications to primary health care. NURS majors only or consent. Pre: consent.

NURS 693 Advanced Practice Clinical for Clinical Nurse Specialists (V)

Application of concepts and principles of education, consultation, research, and management and evaluation of clients in supervised clinical practicum for adult health clinical nurse specialist students. Repeatable five times. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 612 (or concurrent), 612L (or concurrent), 613 (or concurrent), and 629 (or concurrent); or consent.

NURS 692 Introduction to Research Methods (3)

Nursing research methods for qualitative and quantitative studies, institutional review board procedures, and how to develop a research proposal. NURS majors only. A-F only.

NURS 682 Health and Healing Practices of Populations with Health Disparities in Hawai‘i and Other Places (3)

Teaching and learning concepts applied to health promotion and the prevention of common conditions of disease among populations with health disparities in Hawai‘i and other places; includes didactic and 45 hours of field experience. NURS majors only. A-F only. (Spring only)

NURS 680 Cultural Competency in Nursing Education (3)

Evaluates the impact of history on the culture of nursing and nursing education. Explore strategies to provide education in a culturally sensitive manner to culturally diverse students. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing, or consent.

NURS 679L Primary Care IV Lab (advanced level): Primary Care Integration Across the Lifespan (V)

Advanced level clinical experience. Application of concepts and principles of assessment, diagnosis, evaluation, and management of clients across the
lifespan in primary care settings for advanced practice nursing students. NURS majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 678/678L.

NURS 679 Primary Care IV Seminar: Primary Care Integration Across the Lifespan (2)

Advanced level seminar. Students will discuss current evidence, concepts, and principles of assessment, diagnosis, evaluation, and management focusing on primary care of clients across the lifespan. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 678/678L. Co-requisite: 679L.

NURS 678L Primary Care III Lab (intermediate level): Special Populations (Peds, Gero, Women) (3)

Intermediate level clinical experience. Application of concepts and principles of assessment, diagnosis, evaluation, and management of clients in a primary care setting for advanced practice nursing students focusing on vulnerable populations (pediatric, geriatric, women). Repeatable two times. NURS majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 677/677L.

NURS 678 Primary Care III Seminar: Special Populations (Peds, Gero, Women) (1)

Intermediate level seminar. Students will discuss current evidence, concepts, and principles of assessment, diagnosis, evaluation, and management of clients focusing on vulnerable populations (pediatric, geriatric, women). NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 677/677L. Co-requisite: 678L.

NURS 677L Primary Care II Lab (intermediate level): Acute & Chronic Conditions (Adult) (V)

Intermediate level practicum. Application of concepts and principles of assessment, diagnosis, management, and evaluation of clients in supervised clinical practicum for advanced practice nursing focusing on adults with acute or chronic diagnoses in primary care. Repeatable one time, up to five credits. NURS majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 676/676L.

NURS 677 Primary Care II Seminar: Management of the Adult (1)

Intermediate level seminar where students discuss current evidence, concepts, and principles of assessment, diagnosis, evaluation, and management of adult clients. NURS majors only. Pre: 676/676L. Co-requisite: 677L.

NURS 676L Primary Care I Lab (beginning level): Health Assessment (2)

Beginning level clinical experience. Application of concepts and principles of assessment, diagnosis, evaluation, and management of adult clients for advanced practice nursing students in primary care settings. NURS majors only. CR./NC only. Pre: 612/612L, 613, and 629.

 

NURS 676 Primary Care I Seminar: Health Assessment (1)

Seminar to discuss the evidence, concepts, and principles of assessment, diagnosis, management. Utilization of clinical cases and current literature on health care assessment. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 612/612L, 613, and 629. Co-requisite: 676L.

NURS 675 Advanced Practice Clinical (V)

Application of concepts and principles of assessment, diagnosis, management and evaluation of clients in supervised clinical practicum for advanced practice nursing. Repeatable unlimited times. NURS majors only or consent. A-F only. Pre: 612/612L, 613, and 629 (or concurrent)

NURS 673 Implementation and Evaluation Strategies for Evidence-Based Practice (3)

Using knowledge of translational science, designs an implementation plan for a practice guideline. Determines evaluation methods and selects outcome variables that best measure success. Discusses institutionalization of, and identifies facilitators and barriers to, practice change. NURS majors only. Graduate standing only. A-F only. Pre: 669. (Spring only)

NURS 672 Advanced Practice Population Health Nursing Practicum (V)

Student will conduct a complex service project for a public or community based agency. May be taken for 1-6 credits. (45 hours of practicum experience awarded for each one credit of the course) Repeatable one time. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 24 credits of MS in Advanced Population Health Nursing or consent.

NURS 671 Biostatistics: Application in the Advanced Nursing Practice Setting (3)

Includes basic bio-statistical techniques and the application of statistical findings to practice programmatic decisions. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing in the Department of Nursing or consent. (Once a year)

NURS 670 Advanced Practice Nursing During Public Health Disasters (3)

The role of the advanced professional nurse in public health preparedness, planning and response. Includes 45 hours of field work where the student will practice emergency response functional roles. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Summer only)

NURS 669 Evaluating Research for Evidencebased Practice (3)

Introduces evidence-based practice methods for improving the quality of nursing practice. Develops skills in differentiating quantitative and qualitative research, statistical methods, and searching, critiquing, and synthesizing literature, pertinent to health care issues. A-F only. Pre: permission of course faculty. (Fall only)

NURS 668 Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR) for Advanced Practice Nurses (3)

Online course focuses on use of CBPR methods by Advanced Practice Nurses to address population level issues amendable to nursing interventions; 15 hours of didactic and 90 hours of field experience are included. NURS majors only. A-F only. (Once a year)

NURS 665 Clinical Economics and Finance (3)

Economic and financial concepts and tools for use in developing and managing patient care processes. NURS majors only.

NURS 664 Seminar and Practicum in Nursing Executive Leadership (3)

Supervised practicum to build mid to senior level nursing leadership competencies and facilitate change in complex healthcare organizations. NURS majors only. Pre: 663 (or concurrent) or consent.

NURS 663 Analysis of Healthcare Delivery Models (3)

Analysis of various clinical management concepts and health-care delivery systems influencing outcomes, process, and costs in the delivery of care. NURS majors only.

NURS 662 Leadership, Role, Identity and Organizational/System Change (3)

Seminar focused on theoretical and conceptual models of leadership and management as applied to relevant advanced nurses’ roles, their respective populations, and changing healthcare environments. NURS majors only.

NURS 661 Human Resource Management in Healthcare Agencies (3)

Analyze and critically evaluate basic issues, policies and trends in human resource management as it applies to health care agencies. A-F only. Pre: consent.

NURS 660 (Alpha) Selected Topics in Nursing (3)

Advanced study, exploration of special topics in clinical nursing. (D) developmentally disabled children and their families; (I) current issues in professional nursing. NURS majors only or consent for (D).

NURS 655 Tests and Measurement in Nursing Education (3)

Testing and evaluation applied to nursing education. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Once a year)

NURS 650 Complementary and Traditional Care (3)

A review of theoretical systems and approaches to complementary and traditional care in culturally diverse populations with a focus on wellness. Appropriate for all health-care professionals.

NURS 647 Family Systems in Health and Illness (3)

Family systems approach to include selected family theories, family research and family centered culturally sensitive clinical assessment and intervention in health and illness situations. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

NURS 646 Advanced Psychiatric-Mental Health Practicum (V)

Supervised application of theories, research, and skills for advanced practice psychiatric-mental health nursing with individuals, families, and groups representing culturally diverse populations. Includes the program’s capstone experience. Repeatable five times. NURS majors only. Pre: 611. Co-requisite: 632.

NURS 642 Health Care Technology and Informatics (3)

Introduction to the field of health care technology and informatics for clinicians through the application of health care information systems. Open to students in other healthcare fields by permission. A-F only.

NURS 641 Advanced Nursing in the Global Health Environment (3)

Exploration and analysis of key global health topics of concern for APNs. A-F only.

NURS 640 Chronic Illness Management (3)

Management of chronic illness using selected health care systems in culturally diverse communities. Management includes practice, consultation, education, research, and evaluation. NURS majors only or consent. Pre: 612/612L, 613, and 629.

NURS 639 Disciplinary Knowledge I (3)

Exploration of a variety of philosophies of science and examination of factors influencing the development of nursing theory and the emergence of nursing as a discipline. NURS majors only.

NURS 638 Child and Adolescent PsychiatricMental Health (3)

Theory and research in advanced practice psychiatric-mental health nursing of children and adolescents representing culturally diverse populations. Emphasis on growth and development, assessment and diagnosis, and therapeutic modalities. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 620 (or concurrent).

NURS 636 Women’s Health: Special Problem (5)

(2 Sem, 12-hr Lab) Focuses upon assessment and intervention of at-risk and high-risk women during pregnancy, interconception, and the menopausal years. Emphasizes critical analysis of research in pregnancy, family planning, and common gynecological problems. Pre: 635 or consent. NURS majors only or consent.

NURS 635 Women’s Health: Promotion and Maintenance (3)

Provides a foundation of concepts necessary to maintain and promote women’s health, including developmental, physiological and social needs of women of all ages and the management of common health problems and concerns specific to women. NURS majors only or consent. Pre: 612/612L, 613, and 629.

NURS 634 Child Health: Advanced Pediatric Acute/Chronic Care (3)

Focuses on the evaluation of pediatric clients with higher acuity and more complex management issues. Emphasizes critical analysis of evidence based research in pediatric health care. NURS majors only or consent. Pre: Admission into the PNP and FNP program; 612/612L, and 633.

NURS 633 Child Health: Promotion and Maintenance (3)

Presents normal developmental, physiological and social needs of children within the context of family; then focuses on the management of common acute and chronic illnesses of children. NURS majors only or consent. Pre: 612/612L, 613, and 629.

NURS 632 Therapeutic Modalities (3)

Therapeutic modalities used in advanced practice psychiatric-mental health nursing with individuals, families, and groups representing culturally diverse populations. NURS majors only. Pre: 611.

NURS 630 Introduction to Information Technology in Healthcare (3)

Introduction to the use of information systems in healthcare. Selected information systems and data sets are explored with application of results to various patient populations and clinical practice settings.

NURS 629 Pharmacology for Nurses in Advanced Practice (3)

Prepares APNs to evaluate, monitor, and prescribe pharmaceuticals to treat acute and chronic illness across lifespan. Emphasis on drug indications, mechanisms of action, clinical efficacy, adverse effects, interactions, monitoring, education, and cost effectiveness. Enrollment as a classified student in a SONDH graduate degree program. Repeatable unlimited times. NURS majors only or consent. Pre: 613 (or concurrent) or consent.

NURS 628 Child Health: Special Health Needs (3)

Provides a theoretical basis required for specialized clinical competence in adapting recent
findings on child/parent assessments, social and health risk indicators, the role of environment, and multidisciplinary settings in the care of pediatrics. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 612/612L, 633 and 634; or consent. (Once a year)

NURS 627 Child/Family Health Assessment (4)

(2 Sem, 8-hr Lab) Opportunity to develop specialized clinical competence in assessment of children as a basis for the development of clinical specialization. Development of the individual’s potential toward health maintenance functioning. NURS majors only or consent.

NURS 626 Advanced Population Health Nursing (3)

Introduction to the core competencies, key theoretical models and concepts that guide advanced population health nursing. The student will initiate their professional portfolio, which must be completed during the last semester of the MS program. NURS majors only. A-F only.

NURS 625 Advanced Nursing Roles (3)

Provides students with an understanding of different roles of the advanced professional nurse; an ability to proactively manage the environment of their specialty practice; includes 45 hours of field work experience. A-F only.

NURS 624 Adolescent and Family PsychiatricMental Health Care (3)

Seminar on theory/ research in advanced psychiatric-mental health nursing of adolescents and families representing diverse populations. Emphasis on developmental and nursing theories, evidence-based practice, therapeutic modalities and disease management of psychiatric illness. Pre: 611 (or concurrent) or consent. (Once a year)

NURS 623 Psychopharmacology (3)

Survey of biopsychological bases of and biotherapies for major mental disorders, including the schizophrenias, affective and personality disorders, pediatric and geriatric problems, and neurological dysfunctions with appropriate applications to health care. NURS majors only. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

NURS 622 Psychiatric-Mental Health Issues and Roles (3)

Exploration of major issues and roles in advanced practice psychiatric-mental health nursing. NURS majors only or consent.

NURS 621 Acute and Episodic Care Management (3)

Diagnosis and management of health and illness with emphasis on clients with common acute/episodic conditions seen in context of family and community. Advanced practice nurse-client relationship, practice roles, and culturally relevant care are included. NURS majors only or consent. A-F only. Pre: 613 and 629.

NURS 620 Nursing Research, Theory, and Evidence-Based Practice (3)

Examination of theory, research, and evidence-based inquiry to support evidence-based practice among MS prepared nurses. Pre: enrollment as a classified student in the graduate degree program in SONDH.

NURS 619 Emerging Diseases & Implications for Advanced Nursing Practice (3)

Selected emerging diseases are examined within historical context, known science (past and present) and societal factors that influence prevention, detection, treatment and containment strategies. Considerations for advanced public health nursing practice are identified and examined. NURS majors only. A-F only. (Spring only)

NURS 618 Human Responses to Acute and Chronic Illness-B (3)

Second of two courses that focuses on the delivery of advanced practice nursing in the assessment, diagnosis and management of common acute and chronic adult health problems in the acute care setting. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 612, 612L, and 613; no waiver. (Once a year)

NURS 617 Human Responses to Acute and Chronic Illness-A (3)

The first of two courses that focuses on the delivery of advanced practice nursing in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of common acute and chronic adult health problems in the acute care setting. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 612, 612L, and 613; no waiver. (Once a year)

NURS 616 Mental Health in Primary Care (3)

Augment APRN students’ understanding, evaluation, treatment plan development, and competence to care for patients with mental health and psychiatric disorders treatment plans across the lifespan in the primary care settings. NURS majors only or consent. Pre: consent.

NURS 615 Clinical Skills and Procedures for Advanced Practice Nursing (2)

Clinical laboratory that focuses on clinical skills and procedures performed by advanced practice nurses (nurse practitioners and/or clinical nurse specialists). Topics will vary by section and semester. NURS and NURD majors only. CR/NC only.

NURS 613 Pathophysiology for Advanced Practice (3)

Provides an understanding of normal physiological mechanisms and pathological processes to serve as a foundation for clinical assessment, decision making, and clinical management across the lifespan. NURS majors only or consent. Pre: enrollment as a classified student in a graduate program in the SONDH.

NURS 612L Advanced Assessment and Clinical Reasoning Lab (1)

Clinical lab and practicum for advanced practice nursing. Emphasis on integration of knowledge, skills and outcome evaluation. NURS majors only or consent. A-F only.

NURS 612 Advanced Assessment and Clinical Reasoning (2)

Provides a framework for the development of advanced skills for systematic and comprehensive data collection, organization, precise recording, accurate assessment and communication of data reflecting the biopsychophysical status of individuals across the life span. NURS majors only or consent. A-F only.

NURS 611 Psychiatric-Mental Health Assessment and Diagnosis (3)

Identification and synthesis of pertinent biopsychosocial and cultural data to complete advanced psychiatric-mental health assessments and diagnoses. NURS majors only.

NURS 609 Health Politics & Policy (3)

Review of contemporary national health policies, issues and concerns; and international comparison of health policy evolution; includes didactic and 45 hours of fieldwork experience learning.

NURS 608 Genetics and Health Care (3)

Addresses the scientific, psycho-social, ethical, cultural, and spiritual issues surrounding genetic disease, genetic testing, and living with an inherited condition. Repeatable one time. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

NURS 605 Health Promotion and Disease Prevention (3)

Teaching and learning concepts applied to health promotion and prevention of common health and illness conditions with culturally diverse individuals, families, groups, and communities. Includes didactic (30 hrs) and fieldwork (45 hrs). Repeatable one time. Pre: classified graduate student status in the SONDH.

NURS 600 Epidemiology for Advanced Nursing (3)

Introduction to epidemiologic principles and methods, with an emphasis on its application to nursing practice. NURS majors only. A-F only. (Once a year)

NURS 518L Introduction to Community and Public Health Nursing Lab (3)

Application of health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention and detection and nursing care treatments in the community setting. NURS majors only or consent. Admission to GEPN only. CR/NC only. (Spring only)

NURS 518 Introduction to Community and Public Health Nursing (2)

Introduces community and public health nursing with an emphasis on application to
nursing practice in the community and public health settings. NURS majors only or consent. Admission to GEPN only. A-F only. (Spring only)

NURS 517L Clinical Immersion to Nursing Practice Lab (4)

Deliver comprehensive nursing care to clients with complex needs in community and/or acute care settings. Leadership, management, and quality improvement competencies are stressed. NURS majors only or consent. Admission to GEPN only. CR/NC only. Co-requisite: 517.

NURS 517 Clinical Immersion to Nursing Practice (3)

Examination of continuity of care for clients with complex needs. Emphasis on application of leadership, management, and quality improvement in the clinical setting. NURS majors only or consent. Admission to GEPN only. A-F only. Co-requisite: 517L.

NURS 513L Acute Care Nursing Lab (6)

Application of the bio/psycho/social human health response to a wide range of conditions. Application of health promotion, risk reduction and disease detection and nursing care treatments in the acute care setting. NURS majors only or consent. Admission into GEPN only. CR/NC only. Co-requisite: 513. (Once a year)

NURS 513 Acute Care Nursing (4)

Addresses the bio/psycho/social human health response to a wide range of conditions. Health promotion, risk reduction and disease detection and nursing care treatment in the acute setting will be covered. NURS majors only or consent. Admission into GEPN only. A-F only. Co-requisite: 513L. (Once a year)

NURS 509L Nursing Care of Children and Families Clinical/Lab (2)

Accompanies and supports Pediatric Nursing to provide educational experiences in the hospital and outpatient or community settings. NURS majors only or consent. Admission into GEPN only. CR/NC only. Co-requisite: 509. (Once a year)

NURS 509 Nursing Care of Children and Families (2)

Examines the bio/psycho/social response of the child and family to health and illness, as well as nursing care for acute and chronic conditions. Lab course taken concurrently. NURS majors only or consent. Admission into GEPN only. A-F only. Co-requisite: 509L. (Once a year)

NURS 508L Nursing Care of Childbearing Families Clinical/Lab (2)

Application of the nursing care of the mother and family. The student will apply clinical and theoretical concepts of holistic nursing care for women experiencing customary and complicated perinatal processes. NURS majors only or consent. Admission into GEPN only. CR/NC only. Co-requisite: 508. (Once a year)

NURS 508 Nursing Care of Childbearing Families (2)

Introduction to the theoretical concepts of holistic nursing care of the perinatal family. Women’s and men’s health issues are discussed. NURS majors only or consent. Admission into GEPN only. A-F only. Co-requisite: 508L. (Once a year)

NURS 507L Bio-Behavioral Health Nursing Clinic/Lab (2)

Application of current knowledge regarding human behavior related to function, alteration, and/or disruption of mental processes; applies current knowledge related to nursing care, psychiatric treatment/psychosocial rehabilitation of identified mentally ill adults/children and their families. NURS majors only or consent. Admission into GEPN only. CR/NC only. Co-requisite: 507. (Once a year)

NURS 507 Bio-Behavioral Health Nursing (2)

Biopsychosocial theories of human behavior related to function, alteration, and/or disruption of mental processes; reviews current knowledge related to nursing care, psychiatric treatment/psychosocial rehabilitation of identified mentally ill adults/children and their families. NURS majors only or consent. Admission into GEPN only. A-F only. Co-requisite: 507L. (Once a year)

NURS 505L Foundations of Nursing Science and Practice Lab (4)

Application of the nursing process and scientific based nursing interventions to meet basic human needs using basic psycho-motor skills to support assessment, intervention, and evaluation activities. NURS majors only or consent. Admission into GEPN only. CR/NC only. Co-requisite: 505. (Once a year)

NURS 505 Foundations of Nursing Science (2)

Nursing process and scientific based nursing interventions to meet basic human needs using basic psycho-motor skills to support assessment, intervention, and evaluation activities. NURS majors only or consent. Admission into GEPN only. A-F only. Co-requisite: 505L. (Once a year)

NURS 504L Health Assessment Lab (2)

Application of assessment skills in dry lab and clinical settings, with attention to principles of communication, interviewing and physical examination skills. NURS majors only or consent. Admission into GEPN only. CR/NC only. Co-requisite: 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 505L. (Once a year)

NURS 504 Health Assessment (2)

Concepts/theories of health assessment, data collection, and analysis to distinguish between health/wellness, risk factors or health deviations across the lifespan. Attention to principles of communication and interviewing. NURS majors only or consent. Admission into GEPN only. A-F only. Co-requisite: 501, 502, 503, 504L, 505, 505L. (Once a year)

NURS 503 Pharmacology for Nursing Practice (3)

Essential principles of pharmacology using a pathophysiologic approach with emphasis on administering medications and evaluating their effects. NURS majors only or consent. Admission into GEPN only. A-F only. Co-requisite: 501, 502, 504, 504L, 505, 505L. (Once a year)

NURS 502 Pathophysiology (3)

Web-enhanced on pathophysiologic concepts as a basis of illness and injury and the corresponding spectrum of human response, which serves as a foundation for the formulation of clinical decisions and care planning. NURS majors only or consent. Admission into GEPN only. A-F only. (Once a year)

NURS 501 Professionalism in Nursing (2)

Introduction to history of nursing and leaders in the field. Will explore contemporary nursing issues and research. Strategies to foster adherence to a professional code of ethics in practice will be examined. NURS majors only or consent. Admission into GEPN only. A-F only. (Once a year)

NURS 499 Directed Reading and Research (3)

Planned individualized study or research in specialized area related to interprofessional collaborative practice. Repeatable one time. Senior undergraduate NURS students only. Pre: consent.

NURS 481 Nursing Honors Research Project (3)

Involves directed, mentored research study for SONDH Honors students with their honors advisor. The course grade depends on meeting objectives negotiated each course semester. Repeatable three times. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: acceptance into the Honors Program.

NURS 465L Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Lab (3)

Application of the nursing process involving human responses to psychiatric and mental illness in relation to physiologic, psychological, social, cultural, and environmental concepts. Emphasis on self-awareness, therapeutic communication, and holistic, individualized health-related outcomes. NURS majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 360, 360L, and 363. Co-requisite: 465, 450, and 450L.

NURS 465 Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing (2)

Examination of human responses to psychiatric and mental illness in relation to physiologic, psychological, social, cultural, and environmental concepts. Emphasis on self-awareness, therapeutic communication, and holistic, individualized health-related outcomes. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 360, 360L, and 363. Co-requisite: 465L, 450, and 450L.

NURS 462L Community Health Nursing for Executive RN Field Work (3)

Field work focuses on community health nursing with an emphasis for the Executive RN on strategies applied to improve health and decrease health inequities at the local as well as national and international levels. NURS majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 301 and 306. Co-requisite: 363 and 462. (Fall only)

NURS 462 Community Health Nursing for Executive RN (3)

Theory focuses on community health nursing with an emphasis for the Executive RN on strategies applied to improve health and decrease health inequities at the local as well as national and international levels. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 301 and 306. Co-requisite: 363 and 462L.

NURS 461 Advanced Pathophysiology (V)

Provides an advanced understanding of pathophysiologic mechanisms underlying human illness across the lifespan. Provides a foundation for formulating clinical decisions and therapeutic plans of care to promote disease prevention and health promotion. NURS majors only. A-F only.

NURS 460L Complex Nursing and Leadership Lab (6)

Clinical course emphasizes application of knowledge and skills for nursing practice, including case management and quality management experiences. Focuses on complex clinical judgments, interdisciplinary team functioning, and leadership. Emphasis on writing instruction. NURS majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 364 (or concurrent) and 450 and 450L, or consent. Co-requisite: 460.

NURS 460 Complex Nursing and Leadership (4)

Theory course emphasizes the judgments, knowledge, and skills necessary for nursing practice, including case management and quality management experiences. The experience focuses on complex clinical judgments, interdisciplinary team functioning, and leadership. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 364 (or concurrent) and 450 and 450L, or consent. Co-requisite: 460L.

NURS 453 Introduction to Genetics and Genomics in Nursing Practice (3)

Fundamentals of genetics and genomics, including principles of inheritance in humans, cellular function, mutations, epigenetics, and implications for health and disease. Includes overview of topics involving genetics/genomics in clinical settings and health care delivery. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 212, 220, 220L, and 363.

NURS 452 Cultural Aspects of Health Management in Populations Indigenous to Hawai‘i, the Pacific, and Asia (3)

Focuses on cultural aspects that influence health management in indigenous populations of Hawai‘i, the Pacific, and Asia, with an emphasis on development of culturally sensitive strategies to promote and improve health management. NURS majors only. Undergraduate majors only. A-F only.

NURS 450L Community, Public, and Global Health Nursing Lab (3)

Clinical course focuses on community, public, and global health nursing emphasizing application of strategies to improve health and decrease health inequities at the local, national, and international levels. Emphasis on oral and writing instruction. NURS majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 360, 360L, and 363. Co-requisite: 450, 465, and 465L.

NURS 450 Community, Public, and Global Health Nursing (2)

Theory course focuses on community, public, and global health nursing with an emphasis on strategies applied to improve health and decrease health inequities at the local as well as national and international levels. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 360, 360L, and 363. Co-requisite: 450L, 465, and 465L.

NURS 432 Veteran Healthcare, Education, and Cultural Needs (3)

Provides a broad overview of the Veteran-Military population and their unique culture, educational, and health care needs. Open to non-nursing majors. A-F only.

NURS 431 Complementary and Alternative Therapies (3)

Survey of complementary and alternative therapies used for health promotion of individuals and groups. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: open to non-nursing majors with consent.

NURS 421 Summer Internship (3)

Summer practicum experience for students to learn the role of the professional nurse by building on previously learned knowledge and skills in the nursing program. Repeatable two times. NURS majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 360 and 360L, or consent. (Summer only)

NURS 420 Cooperative Education in Nursing (V)

A two-semester course with seminar in professional role development in addition to paid work experience in nursing at a local agency. Upper division NURS majors only. Repeatable one time. CR/NC only. Pre: 360, 360L, and faculty approval.

NURS 411 NCLEX Review (2)

Overview of the NCLEX-RN licensure examination and regular, systematic practice in taking multiple choice examinations. Pre: open to non-nursing majors with consent.

NURS 402 Student Ambassador Program (2)

Focuses on professional leadership development, mentorship, and professional skills for nurses. Students learn to be representatives between the Department of Nursing and alumni, prospective students, and the general public. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: one semester as a Nursing Student Ambassador.

NURS 399 Directed Reading/Research I, II (V)

Limited to juniors and seniors in nursing.

NURS 363 Introduction to Nursing Research (3)

Introduction to the research process and an understanding of the applicability of the scientific approach to nursing. Analysis and resolution of contemporary medical ethics issues in research and general nursing practice are primary focuses. Repeatable one time. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: college-level statistics course.

NURS 362 Professionalism in Nursing II (1)

Continuation of 211. Focus is on current issues in nursing and health care and nursing roles. Principles of organizational structure, leadership, decision-making, priority setting, and change will be discussed. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 320 and 320L, or departmental approval. Co-requisite: 360 and 360L.

NURS 361 Health Education and Promotion (2)

Provides an overview of the concepts and application of health education and health promotion theories and principles as applies to individuals, groups, and the larger public. Pre: open to non-nursing majors with consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as DH 361)

NURS 360L Health and Illness III Lab (6)

Clinical course focuses on complex situations requiring application of strong recognition skills and rapid decision making. Evidence base supporting assessment and nursing intervention is explored. NURS majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 320 and 320L. Co-requisite: 360.

NURS 360 Health and Illness III (3)

Focuses on complex situations requiring strong recognition skills, and rapid decision making. The evidence base supporting assessment and nursing intervention is explored. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 320 and 320L or departmental approval. Co-requisite: 360L.

NURS 344 Nursing in the Multicultural Milieu (3)

Relates values, beliefs, attitudes, family organization, lifestyles, and health practices in different ethnic groups to health-care and nursing practice. Pre: open to non-nursing majors with consent.

NURS 343 Gerontology: Its Nursing Implications (3)

Explores attitudes toward the aged, biological and psychological aspects, ethnicity, sexuality, nutritional problems, community resources, other related topics. Pre: open to non-nursing majors with consent.

NURS 340 Contemporary Ethical Issues in Health Care (3)

Explore contemporary ethical issues and their legal implications in health care. Focus on decision-making in professional practice and social policy formation. Pre: open to non-nursing majors with consent.

NURS 306 Statistics in Nursing Research (3)

Focuses on the basic concepts and applications of statistics as applied to nursing research. NURS majors only. A-F only. (Summer only)

NURS 301 Introduction to Evidence Based Practice and Health Promotion (3)

Provides an introduction to the HSNC Competencies and spiraling of concepts and is based on the assumption of student responsibility for learning. Emphasis on writing instruction, and research evidence to support nursing care. NURS majors only. A-F only.

NURS 220L Health and Illness I Lab (6)

Clinical course focuses on using nursing assessment to support identification of risk factors and detection/prevention of complications from illness. Nursing skills are integrated into clinical experiences. NURS majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 210, 210L, 211, and 212. Co-requisite: 213 and 220.

NURS 220 Health and Illness I (3)

Focuses on nursing assessment to support identification of risk factors and detection/prevention of complications from illness. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 210, 210L, 211, and 212, or departmental approval. Co-requisite: 213 and 220L.

NURS 213 Pharmacology for Nursing (3)

This course will help students to gain knowledge of the mechanism of action, toxicity, adverse reactions, side effects, therapeutic uses, and nursing implications of the major categories of drugs. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 210, 210L, and 212. Co-requisites: 220 and 220L. (Spring only)

NURS 212 Pathophysiology (3)

Focus on pathophysiological concepts that are basic to understanding illness and injury and the corresponding spectrum of human responses, which serve as a foundation for the formulation of clinical decisions and care planning. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: admission to the School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene, or consent. Co-requisite: 210, 210L, and 211.

NURS 211 Professionalism in Nursing (2)

Professional responsibilities of nursing practice are examined through the history of nursing, practice and education, legal and ethical issues, contemporary issues, and nursing roles. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: admission to the School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene, or consent. Co-requisite: 210, 210L, and 212.

NURS 210L Health Promotion Across the Lifespan Lab (6)

Clinical course focuses on a health promotion model of care, assessment, and communication skills. Introduces nurse’s roles, code of ethics, and evidence-based practice. NURS majors only. CR/NC only. Co-requisites: 210, 211, and 212.

NURS 210 Health Promotion Across the Lifespan (3)

Focuses on a health promotion model of care, assessment, and communication skills. It introduces the nurse’s roles, code of ethics, and evidence-based practice. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: admission to the School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene, or consent. Co-requisite: 210L, 211, and 212.

NURS 201 Introduction to Professional Nursing II (1)

This second level course builds on the knowledge and skills gained in the first level and focuses on professional responsibilities in nursing practice and education. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 200. (Spring only)

NURS 200 Introduction to Professional Nursing I (1)

This first level course focuses on nursing practice and education. Professional responsibilities in the practice of nursing are emphasized. NURS majors only. A-F only. Pre: admittance into HS-DEN program. (Fall only)

NSCI 619 Seminar on Science Teaching (2)

Effective teaching methods; organization of courses, lectures, laboratory exercises; development and evaluation of examinations; computers and audiovisual aids. Open to graduate students in various science disciplines. Repeatable one time. (Cross-listed as ZOOL 619)

 

See also the biology professional development course, BIOL 501, under the Biology (BIOL) course listing in this section of the Catalog.

NSCI 505 Physics Workshop for Teachers (V)

Major concepts of physics taught by means of hands-on conceptual activities for elementary and secondary teachers. Restricted to in-service teachers, or consent. Repeatable one time. (Cross-listed as PHYS 505)

NSCI 504 Mathematics Workshop for Teachers (V)

An in-depth study of topics from intermediate and high school mathematics. Restricted to in-service teachers or consent. Repeatable one time. A-F only.

NSCI 503 Computers in Classroom (V)

Combined lecture, laboratory and discussion on the use of computers as a teaching tool in the classroom. To be taught in a hands-on manner appropriate for the science teachers. Restricted to in-service teachers or consent. Repeatable one time. A-F only.

NSCI 501 Seminar for Science Teachers (V)

Seminar and discussions of current and significant topics and problems in science where teachers can exchange new and innovative teaching ideas and strategies. Repeatable one time. Pre: in-service teachers or consent.

NSCI 101 Natural Sciences and Life-Pulling the Puzzles Apart (1)

Journey through the Natural Sciences finding fun, excitement, and success in science, mathematics, engineering, medicine, and all that is the natural sciences. Focus upon challenging worldviews of belief, invention, impact, and ethics. CR/NC only.

NREM 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

NREM 701 Research Seminar (1)

Presentation and discussion of student research proposals, theses and dissertations, and research presentations by NREM faculty, students, and invited speakers. A-F only. Pre: consent.

NREM 700 Thesis Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

NREM 699 Directed Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.. Pre: graduate standing.

NREM 696 Capstone Experience in NREM (2)

Capstone experience in NREM. NREM majors only. Pre: (695 and 601) with a minimum grade of B-, or consent.

NREM 695 Capstone Preparation in NREM (2)

Preparation for NREM Master’s Plan B capstone experience. NREM majors only. A-F only. Pre: 600 and 601 (or concurrent) (with a minimum grade of B-), and one graduate methods course (or concurrent).

NREM 691 Advanced Topics in Natural Resources and Environmental Management (V)

Study and discussion of significant topics and problems at an advanced level. Offered by visiting or existing faculty as a special course. Repeatable one time. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

NREM 690 Conservation Biology (3)

Theories and concepts of ecology, evolution and genetics for conservation of biological diversity. Topics will include restoration ecology, management planning, laws and policies, biological invasions. (Cross-listed as BOT 690 and ZOOL 690)

NREM 685 Landscape Ecology (3)

Focuses on the history, theories, and contemporary views of landscapes; including scale, land cover, land use, landscape metrics, disturbance regimes, land management, landscape change, the relationship of landscapes to species, and modeling. Pre: graduate students, or consent. (Alt. years)

NREM 682 Restoration Ecology (3)

Graduate seminar on foundations of restoration ecology, application of ecological theory to restoration practice. Emphasis on restoration of structure and function in degraded terrestrial ecosystems using case studies from Hawai‘i and around the world. Pre: advanced undergraduate ecology course and graduate standing, or consent. Completion of 680 recommended, but not required. (Alt. years)

NREM 680 Ecosystem Ecology (4)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Principles of ecosystem ecology with emphasis on tropical forests, human impacts, and global environmental change. Factors controlling ecosystem structure, productivity, nutrient cycling, plant-soil-atmosphere interactions, and energy balance. Field and laboratory methods in ecosystem science. Pre: advanced undergraduate coursework in ecology and soil science; graduate standing; and consent. (Alt. years: spring)

NREM 677 Remote Sensing of the Environment (3)

Fundamentals, techniques, and applications of remote sensing for natural resource assessments and environmental monitoring. Lab consisting of field radiometric exercises, computer modeling of energymatter interaction, processing, and analysis of remotely sensed imagery. Pre: one physics course (e.g. PHYS 151), one calculus course (e.g. 203), and one statistics course (e.g. 310), or consent. Recommended: either GEO 470 or ERTH 460 or one introductory remote sensing course. (Alt. years)

NREM 671 International Agricultural Systems (2)

Analysis of trends and strategies in international agricultural research and development. International agricultural research centers (IARC), Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), university networks and consortia, and private voluntary organizations (PVOs). Pre: graduate standing or advanced undergraduate standing, and consent.

NREM 670 Interdisciplinary Methods for Agrarian Systems (3)

Interdisciplinary methodologies for conducting research and impact analyses on agrarian systems, sustainable development, and resource management. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent. (Alt. years: fall)

NREM 665 Coastal Resources Management (3)

Study of coastal systems, estuaries, and coral reefs. Emphasis on interdisciplinary science and integration of coastal ecology, geoscience, and social science. Coastal and marine wildlife-human interactions, environmental pertubations, and management strategies will be discussed. Pre: advanced undergraduate course work in marine biology, oceanography, geoscience, and sustainability recommended. (Spring only)

NREM 664 Small Watershed Modeling (3)

Introduction to process-based modeling of watershed with emphasis on model applications. Deals with the characterization and simulation of small watershed hydrolic and pollutant transport processes. Pre: CEE 424 (or concurrent) or ERTH/SUST 425 (or concurrent) or BS degree from NREM, or consent. (Spring only)

NREM 662 Watershed Hydrology (3)

Theory and application of basic hydrologic processes and management occurring on small islands watersheds. Pre: 203 (or equivalent) and PHYS 151 (or equivalent) and 477 or GEO 388 (or equivalent); or consent. (Once a year)

NREM 660 Hydrologic Processes in Soils (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Hydrologic properties in soils and the processes involved in water infiltration drainage and solute transport. Emphasis on key parameters required for modeling. Recommended: CEE 424 or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as BE 664 and CEE 625)

NREM 658 Advanced Environmental Benefit Cost Analysis (3)

Advanced environmental benefit-cost analysis will require that proficiency be demonstrated on fundamentals and address topics related to sustainability, including income equality, non-market goods, risk, cost of public funds, and the social discount rate. (Cross-listed as SUST 658)

NREM 652 Information Research Skills (1)

Examines the use of libraries and information technology for scholarly investigation in support of scientific research; provides experience utilizing and critically evaluating a variety of print and electronic sources in basic and applied sciences. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as ANSC 652, FSHN 652, and TPSS 652)

NREM 640 Land Systems Science (3)

Through discussion of primary land systems science literature and use of environmental modeling software, this interdisciplinary course explores how drivers, states, and trends in human appropriation of land affect socioecological system function. Pre: 477 or 677 or GEO 470 or GEO 476 or ERTH 460 or ERTH 461. (Alt. years: Fall) (Cross-listed as SUST 640)

NREM 637 Resource Economics (3)

Analysis of problems of development and management of natural resources with emphasis on resources in agriculture and role in economic development. Pre: ECON 608 and ECON 629. (Cross-listed as ECON 637 and SUST 637)

NREM 631 Sustainable Agriculture Seminar (3)

Critical evaluation of existing and alternative cropping systems from a long-term perspective. Value conflicts and resolution. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: graduate standing or advanced undergraduate standing, and consent.

NREM 627 Applied Microeconomic Analysis (3)

Economic applications to the agricultural and nonagricultural industries are emphasized. Econometric techniques are used to estimate demand, supply, production and cost functions which are analyzed in terms of economic theory and market information. A-F only. Pre: AREC 626 and ECON 627, or consent.

NREM 620 Kaiaulu: Care and Collaborative Management of Natural Resources (3)

Engagement with theory and practice of collaboration to care for natural resources. Topics include community based management, common property, Hawaiian knowledge, co-management, and access through readings, discussion, and projects with Hawai‘i communities. (Spring only)

NREM 612 Predicting and Controlling Degradation in Human-Dominated Terrestrial Ecosystems (3)

Historic, present, and projected trends in understanding and managing human-dominated ecosystems; predicting, measuring and mitigating degradation especially in terrestrial ecosystems with a focus on small volcanic islands in tropical settings. A-F only. Pre: 301/SUST 311 and 304 (or equivalent) and 600. Recommended 461, or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as SUST 612)

NREM 611 Resource and Environmental Policy Analysis (3)

Exploration of institutional and policy dimensions of natural resource development, management, allocation, markets and pricing, focusing on their environmental impacts. Emphasis on policy analysis using case studies and empirical findings. Original paper required. A-F only. Pre: grade of Cor above in ECON 130 or NREM/SUST 220, or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as SUST 611)

NREM 610 Advanced Methods in Wildlife Management & Conservation (4)

Introduces advanced techniques for wildlife management and conservation. In addition to hands-on training, students will learn underlying biological and ecological principles, as well as quantitative skills, with an emphasis on sustainable management. A-F only. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as SUST 613)

NREM 601 Social-Ecological Systems Analysis of Natural Resource and Environmental Management (4)

Case study approach to building the structural and behavioral framework for complex, dynamic systems underlying sustainable NREM and policy, emphasizing the transdisciplinary interactions of the ecological and economic components. Pre: 600 (with a minimum grade of B-), and (ECON 130 or NREM/SUST 220, and
BIOL 171) with a minimum grade of C, or consent. (Spring only)

NREM 600 Foundations of Natural Resource and Environmental Management and Policy(4)

Critical evaluation of environmental and social components of NREM and policy. Students develop research skills and integrative knowledge important for all resource managers in, e.g., ecology, applied economics, hydrology, policy/management, soils, and human dimensions. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

NREM 499 Directed Study (V)

Repeatable up to four credits. Pre: senior standing and consent.

NREM 494 Environmental Problem Solving (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Senior-level capstone for NREM. Ecosystem management within problem-solving context. Applications of research and analytical methods, management tools to case studies. Focus on student teamwork and oral communications. NREM majors only. A-F only. Pre: Senior standing or consent. (Crosslisted as SUST 494)

NREM 492 Internship Experience (3)

Internship work experience for NREM majors. Completion of writing assignments with a minimum of 4,000 words. A-F only. Pre: consent of instructor.

NREM 491 Topics in Natural Resources and Environmental Management (V)

Study and discussion of significant topics and problems. Offered by visiting faculty and/or for extension programs. Repeatable five times up to four credits. A-F only. Pre: consent.

NREM 480 Applied Forest Ecology (3)

Application of ecological theory to sustainable management of
forest resources in Hawaii and beyond, including silviculture (production of timber and nontimber forest products), restoration (restoring damaged or degraded forests), and conservation (conserving existing forest resources). A-F only. Pre: (301/SUST 311 and 380) with a minimum grade of C-, or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as SUST 480)

NREM 477 Geographic Information Systems for Resource Managers (4)

Combined lecture-lab on the basic concepts and principles of geographic information systems, remote sensing, and global positioning system. Practical skills to be developed by solving real natural resources and environmental problems. Pre: (either 203 (or concurrent) or 310 (or concurrent)  and 301 (or concurrent)) with a minimum grade of C-; or consent.

NREM 475 Plant Nutrient Diagnosis in the Tropics (3)

Designed for students to identify essential nutrients required by plants; diagnose nutrient disorders in plants; and propose environmentally sound solutions to correct disorders. Pre: 304/TPSS 304 (or concurrent) and BIOL 172. (Cross-listed as TPSS 475)

NREM 467 Natural Resources Conservation Planning (3)

Combined lecture and hands-on field course on theory and practice of natural resource conservation planning. Includes individual and group projects. Pre: undergraduate junior or senior or graduate standing. Recommended: at least one upper division course in soils, natural resources, planning, physical geography, or related area; or consent. (Alt. years)

NREM 463 Irrigation and Water Management (3)

Basic soil-water-plant relationships, irrigation water requirements, irrigation efficiencies, different methods of irrigation, planning, design and management of an irrigation system, fertigation and impact of irrigation on soil and water quality. Pre: 203 (or equivalent) and NREM/TPSS 304 (or equivalent), or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as TPSS 463)

NREM 461 Soil and Water Conservation (3)

Past and present issues in soil and water conservation will be examined. Principles of erosion, conservation tillage, irrigation, and drainage will be discussed. Land-based threats to coastal zones and watershed management will also be covered. Pre: 301/SUST 311 or 304.

NREM 450 Wildlife Ecology and Management (3)

Lecture-based overview of the history, ecology, and management of wildlife species from around the world and Hawai‘i. Pre: BIOL 172 (with a minimum grade of C-)or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as SUST 451)

NREM 429 Spreadsheet Modeling for Business and Economic Analysis (3)

Introduction to quantitative decision-making methods for effective agribusiness management in resource allocation, scheduling, logistics, risk analysis, inventory, and forecasting. Emphasis on problem identification, model formulation and solution, and interpretation and presentation of results. Pre: NREM/SUST 220 or ECON 130, and 310 or ECON 321; or consent. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as ECON 429)

NREM 420 Community and Natural Resource Management (3)

Theory and tools for working with groups and communities in the management of natural resources is presented using a participatory format. Topics include sustainable development, extension programming, participatory learning and communication, evaluation, and conflict management. Pre: two social science courses (with a minimum grade of C-) or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as SUST 420)

NREM 410 Methods in Wildlife Management & Conservation (4)

Introduces fundamental techniques for wildlife management and conservation. In addition to hands-on training, students will learn underlying biological and ecological principles, as well as quantitative skills, with an emphasis on sustainable management. Repeatable one time. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: BIOL 171. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as SUST 411)

NREM 399 Directed Study (V)

Limited to exceptional undergraduate students qualified to carry on advanced study. Pre: consent.

NREM 380 Tropical Forestry/Agroforestry (3)

Biophysical and socioeconomic description and analysis of major tropical forestry and agroforestry management systems, including Hawai‘i and the Pacific Basin. The role of traditional land use, pressures from regional and global development, and efforts to create sustainable, diverse systems for rural communities will be discussed. Pre: CHEM 151 or higher and BIOL 171 or higher. (Alt. years: spring)

NREM 358 Basic Environmental Benefit Cost Analysis (3)

Fundamentals of benefit-cost analysis with extensions to environmental impacts and projects; case studies. Pre: 220/SUST 220 or ECON 130 or consent. (Cross-listed as SUST 358)

NREM 351 Enterprise Management (3)

Introduction of practical concepts and methods used in business management. Introduce broad range of business strategies. Understand the critical role each strategy plays. Facilitate student’s practice of analytical and critical thinking through case studies. (Cross-listed as TPSS 351)

NREM 341 Managerial Accounting (3)

Principles and methods of agricultural accounting. Preparing and interpreting financial statements. Sources and costs of credit, capital budgeting, tax management, estate planning. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 220/SUST 220 or ECON 130 or consent. (Cross-listed as TPSS 341)

NREM 311 Current Topics in Plant Science (1)

An undergraduate seminar that provides the presentation and discussion of topics of current relevance to students preparing for careers in applied plant sciences. Oral focus designation. A-F only. Pre: 210 or TPSS 200/SUST 211, or consent. (Cross-listed as TPSS 311)

NREM 310 Statistics in Agriculture and Human Resources (3)

Theory, applications, and presentation of statistical reasoning. Descriptive, probability, and inferential reasoning for one-variable analysis with extensions to multiple variable cases. A-F only.

NREM 306 Environmental Ethics (3)

Application of traditional moral theories to environmental issues. Development and evaluation of specific environmental ethical theories. Application of ethical theories to environmental decision-making. A-F only. Pre: 210 or GEO 101 or PHIL 101 or PHIL 103. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as SUST 316)

NREM 304L Fundamentals of Soil Science Laboratory (1)

Field and analytical methods for exploring the origin, development, properties, and management of soils, with an emphasis on tropical and Hawaiian soils. A-F only. Pre: (CHEM 161 and CHEM 161L) with a minimum grade of C. Co-requisite: 304. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as TPSS 304L)

NREM 304 Fundamentals of Soil Science (3)

Origin, development, properties, management of tropical soils; classification of Hawaiian soils. A-F only. Minimum prerequisite grade of C or consent. Pre: (CHEM 161 and 161L) with a minimum grade of C, or consent. Corequisite: 304L. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as TPSS 304)

NREM 302 Natural Resource and Environmental Policy (3)

Introduction to natural resource and environmental public policy at U.S. federal, Hawai‘i
state, local, and international levels. Policy principles, legal structure, governmental agencies, statutes and programs, analytical techniques, program assessments, and contemporary ethical issues. A-F only. Pre: NREM/ PEPS/SUST 210 or NREM/SOCS/TPSS 251 or (BIOL 101 or higher) or GEO 101 or (ERTH 101 or higher);
and 220/SUST 220 or one ECON course or two DS courses. (Cross-listed as SUST 312)

NREM 301L Natural Resources Management Lab (1)

(1 4-hr Lab) Laboratory and field methods covering biological and physical principles and concepts in natural resource management. Emphasis on basic field measurement techniques, computer skills commonly used in managing natural resources and writing scientific lab reports. A-F only. Co-requisite: 301. (Spring only)

NREM 301 Natural Resources Management (3)

Biological and physical science aspects of natural resource management at local, national, and global scales. Topics covered include resource management of soil, water, forests, wetlands, coasts and wildlife. A-F only. Pre: (NREM/TPSS 251 or 210; CHEM 151 or higher; and BIOL 172) with a minimum grade of C-; or consent. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as SUST 311)

NREM 292 Internship Preparation (1)

Exploration of internship and career opportunities for NREM majors. Development of career-building skills, including resume, interview, and professional networking. NREM majors only. A-F only. (Fall only)

NREM 251 Scientific Principles of Sustainability (3)

Introduction to the scientific principles of sustainability, including the ecology of managed and natural ecosystems, global change biology, ecological principles of natural resource management, renewable energy technologies, and the environmental impacts of humans. (Cross-listed as SUST 251 and TPSS 251)

NREM 220 Agricultural and Resource Economics (3)

Introduction to basic economics concepts, including demand, supply, exchange, market price and market failure. Economic evaluation and policy for the uses of various natural resource endowments, especially in production agriculture, is included. A-F only. (Cross-listed as SUST 220)

NREM 210 Introduction to Environmental Science (3)

Analysis of our environment with emphasis on understanding relationships and interactions of physical, biological, technological, and political components using scientific methods of inquiry. Food supply and safety, water quality, pollution control, biodiversity, environmental policy. Open to nonmajors. (Cross-listed as PEPS 210 and SUST 210)

NREM 203 Applied Calculus for Management, Life Sciences, and Human Resources (3)

(2 Lec, 1 1-hr Lab) Applications of calculus (limits, continuity, derivatives, exponential and logarithmic functions, partials, integrals) to problems in business management, social sciences, and life sciences. Applies symbolic techniques and quantitative methods in problem solving, utilizes concept of proof as a chain of inferences, and promotes development of reasoning skills and mathematical logic in bridging theory and practice. A-F only.

NREM 200 Environmental Service Learning II (3)

Experiential service learning course for students participating in the Hawai‘i Youth Conservation Corps summer program as Hana Hou members. Hawai‘i Youth Conservation Corps summer program students only. A-F only. (Summer only)

NREM 192 Introduction to Natural Resources and Environmental Management (1)

Introduction to NREM student learning outcomes and scholarly breadth within the department, exposure to on-campus resources, networking with current and former NREM students and external stakeholders, career skills development. Repeatable one time. A-F only. (Fall only)

NREM 105 Environmental Service Learning I (3)

Experiential service learning course for students participating in the Hawai‘i Youth Conservation Corps summer program as team members and leaders. Repeatable one time. Hawai‘i Youth Conservation Corps summer program students only. A-F only. (Summer only)

NHH 699 Directed Reading/Research (V)

Individual reading and/or research. Repeatable unlimited times. Graduate standing only. Pre: consent.

NHH 650 Advanced Applied Health Disparities Research (V)

Instruction on social determinants of health, issues of health equity, and how these issues can be addressed through research. Discussions and activities promote a greater understanding of health disparities research. Repeatable two times, or up to 27 credits. Pre: consent.

NHH 595 Clinical Skills Preceptorship in the Lau Ola Clinic of the Department of Native Hawaiian Health (V)

Provides a focused experience in clinical medicine with opportunities to practice the history and physical examination in Lau Ola, the clinical setting of the Department of Native Hawaiian Health. Repeatable one time. MD majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: MDED 574 or consent. (Fall only)

NHH 575 Seminar in Issues of Social Justice in Health (1)

Social justice provides an analytical and prescriptive framework to understand health inequities; understand connections between social forces and health outcomes, and the role of the individual student in improving social justice in the health system. Graduate standing only. CR/NC only. Pre: MDED 551. (Spring only)

NHH 545 Native Hawaiian Health Care (V)

Clinical experience in the Native Hawaiian Health Care System and community health care centers, incorporating both western and traditional Hawaiian medicine. Open to fourth year medical students interested in Native Hawaiian Health Care. CR/NC only. Pre: clinical clerkships.

NHH 513 Native Hawaiian Health and Traditional Healing (1)

Introduction to Native Hawaiian health issues and traditional healing practices. MD majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: MDED 551 or consent.

NHH 506 Medical Biochemistry II (6)

Continuation of 505. CR/NC only. Pre: 505.

NHH 505 Medical Biochemistry I (6)

Provide background knowledge of chemistry, biochemistry, and molecular biology with emphasis in principles of biochemical processes as well as clinical correlations to medical conditions; develop critical thinking, standardized test taking skills, and problem-solving skills. CR/NC only. Pre: admission to Imi Ho‘ola Post-Baccalaureate Program.

NHH 504 Medical Biology II (11)

(2 Lec, 2 Tutorial, 1 3-hr Lab) Continuation of 503. CR/NC only. Pre: 503.

NHH 503 Medical Biology I (11)

(2 Lec, 2 Tutorial, 1 3-hr Lab) Foundation in medical sciences, including anatomy, physiology, microbiology, pathology, and pharmacology (focus on respiratory, cardiovascular, and urinary systems); develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Includes lectures, problembased tutorials, and histology and gross anatomy labs. CR/NC only. Pre: admission to Imi Ho‘ola PostBaccalaureate Program.

NHH 502 Humanities in Medicine II (2)

Continuation of 501. Repeatable one time. CR/NC only. Pre: 501.

NHH 501 Humanities in Medicine I (2)

Introduction to medical science stressing key historical figures and significant events to exemplify the development of scientific methods. Special emphasis on writing skills, health team concept, and culture and contributions of the Pacific. Repeatable one time. CR/NC only. Pre: admission to Imi Ho‘ola PostBaccalaureate Program.

NHH 499 Directed Reading/Research (V)

Individual reading and/or research. Repeatable unlimited times. Junior standing or higher. Pre: consent.

NHH 450 Applied Health Disparities Research (V)

Instruction on social determinants of health, issues of health equity, and how these issues can be addressed through research. Discussions and activities promote a greater understanding of health disparities research. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

MUS 636 (Alpha) Graduate Recital (V)

For students accepted for MMus in performance. Individual instruction in solo vocal or instrumental performance at graduate level; full recital required. (B) voice; (C) piano; (E) conducting; (G) guitar (3 cr.); (H) violin; (I) viola; (J) cello; (K) bass; (M) flute; (N) oboe; (O) clarinet; (P) bassoon; (Q) saxophone; (R) trumpet; (S) French horn; (T) trombone; (U) tuba; (X) euphonium; (Y) percussion. Repeatable two times for (G); repeatable up to six credits per alpha for all other alphas. MUS majors only. Graduate students only for (E). A-F only.

MUS 635 (Alpha) Graduate-Level Applied Music (3)

For students accepted for MMus in performance. Individual instruction in solo vocal or instrumental performance at graduate performance level. Representative works. (B) voice; (C) piano; (E) conducting; (G) guitar; (H) violin; (I) viola; (J) cello; (K) double bass; (M) flute; (N) oboe; (O) clarinet; (P) bassoon; (Q) saxophone; (R) trumpet; (S) French horn; (T) trombone; (U) tuba; (X) euphonium; (Y) percussion; (Z) other. Repeatable three times for (E), repeatable two times for all other alphas. MUS majors only for (E) and (G). Graduate students only for (E). A-F only for (E) and (G).

MUS 631 (Alpha) Applied Music, Western (V)

For nonmajors or music majors in secondary performance fields. Individual instruction in solo vocal or instrumental performance at an advanced level. (B) voice; (C) piano; (D) organ; (E) conducting; (F) recorder; (G) guitar; (H) violin; (I) viola; (J) cello; (K) double bass; (M) flute; (N) oboe; (O) clarinet; (P) bassoon; (Q) saxophone; (R) trumpet; (S) french horn; (T) trombone; (U) tuba; (X) euphonium; (Y) percussion; (Z) other. Each alpha repeatable five times, up to 12 credits. MUS majors only, for majors in secondary performance fields. A-F only. Pre: consent.

MUS 432 (Alpha) Applied Music, Western (3)

For music majors. Individual instruction in solo vocal or instrumental performance at the senior level. Representative works. Weekly repertoire laboratory required. Full recital required for completion of this performance level. (B) voice; (C) piano; (D) organ; (G) classical guitar; (H) violin; (I) viola; (J) cello; (K) double bass; (M) flute; (N) oboe; (O) clarinet; (P) bassoon; (Q) saxophone; (R) trumpet; (S) French horn; (T) trombone; (U) tuba; (X) euphonium; (Y) percussion; (Z) other. Repeatable for three semesters. A-F only. Pre: two semesters of 332 and advancement by board examination.

MUS 332 (Alpha) Applied Music, Western (V)

For music majors. Individual instruction in solo vocal or instrumental performance at the junior level. Representative works. Weekly repertoire laboratory required. Half recital required to complete junior level. (B) voice; (C) piano; (D) organ; (G) classical guitar; (H) violin; (I) viola; (J) cello; (K) double bass; (M) flute; (N) oboe; (O) clarinet; (P) bassoon; (Q) saxophone; (R) trumpet; (S) French horn; (T) trombone; (U) tuba; (X) euphonium; (Y) percussion; (Z) other. Repeatable for three semesters. A-F only. Pre: four semesters of 232 and promotion by board examination.

MUS 331 (Alpha) Applied Music, Western (V)

For nonmajors or for music majors in secondary performance fields. Individual instruction in solo vocal or instrumental performance at an advanced level. (B) voice; (C) piano; (D) organ; (E) conducting; (F) recorder; (G) classical guitar; (H) violin; (I) viola; (J) cello; (K) double bass; (M) flute; (N) oboe; (O) clarinet; (P) bassoon; (Q) saxophone; (R) trumpet; (S) French horn; (T) trombone; (U) tuba; (X) euphonium; (Y) percussion; (Z) other. Repeatable for six semesters for all other alphas; repeatable five times, up to 12 credits for (E). Juniors and seniors only for (E). A-F only. Pre: advancement from 231 or consent; any 231 or consent for (E).

MUS 330 (Alpha) Advanced Applied Music, Ethnic (V)

Individual instruction in instrumental and dance performance at advanced level. (B) koto; (C) shamisen; (E) Hawaiian chant; (F) shakuhachi; (I) other. Repeatable for six semesters. A-F only. Pre: advancement from 230 or consent.

MUS 232 (Alpha) Applied Music, Western (V)

For music majors or intended majors. Individual instruction in solo or instrumental performance at first performance level. Representative works. Weekly repertoire laboratory required. (B) voice; (C) piano; (D) organ; (G) classical guitar; (H) violin; (I) viola; (J) cello; (K) double bass; (M) flute; (N) oboe; (O) clarinet; (P) bassoon; (Q) saxophone; (R) trumpet; (S) French horn; (T) trombone; (U) tuba; (X) euphonium; (Y) percussion; (Z) other. Repeatable for six semesters. A-F only.Pre: audition.

MUS 231 (Alpha) Applied Music, Western (1)

For non-majors or music majors in secondary performance fields. Individual instruction in solo vocal or instrumental performance at elementary level. Representative works. (B) voice; (C) piano; (D) organ; (F) recorder; (G) classical guitar; (H) violin; (I) viola; (J) cello; (K) double bass; (M) flute; (N) oboe; (O) clarinet; (P) bassoon; (Q) saxophone; (R) trumpet; (S) French horn; (T) trombone; (U) tuba; (X) euphonium; (Y) percussion; (Z) other. Repeatable for four semesters. A-F only.Pre: audition or consent.

MUS 230 (Alpha) Elementary Applied Music, Ethnic (V)

Instruction in instrumental performance at elementary level. Study of works representative of literature. (B) koto; (C) shamisen; (E) Hawaiian chant; (F) shakuhachi; (I) other. Repeatable for four semesters. A-F only. Pre: audition or consent.

MUS 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. Pre: candidacy for PhD degree and consent of dissertation chair.

MUS 787 Doctoral Composition Practicum (3)

Original composition in all forms. Doctoral-level composition students only. Repeatable five times. A-F only. Pre: consent.

MUS 750 (Alpha) Seminar in Music Education (3)

Selected problems in music education. (B) childhood; (C) adolescence/adults; (D) major issues. A-F only. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

MUS 702 Seminar for Doctoral Students (V)

Selected topics centering on areas pertinent to the student’s degree needs and research interests. Repeatable nine times, up to 12 credits. A-F only. Pre: admission to PhD program in music or consent.

MUS 701 (Alpha) Topics in Music (3)

Advanced topics in musicology; theory, ethnomusicology, and music education. (B) psychology of music; (C) research in music education; (D) research methods in musicology; (E) advanced diction for singers. Repeatable in different alphas. A-F only. Pre: appropriate to topic or consent.

MUS 700 Thesis Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

MUS 699 Directed Work (V)

Reading and research in ethnomusicology, musicology, music education; reading and practice in theory, composition, or performance. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent of chair and department chair.

MUS 695 Plan B Master’s Project (V)

Independent study for students working on a Plan B master’s project. A grade of Satisfactory (S) is assigned when the project is satisfactorily completed. A maximum of 3 credits may be earned in MUS 695. Graduate standing in music education or music composition. A-F only.

MUS 687 Masters Composition Practicum (3)

Original composition in all forms. Masters-level composition students only. Repeatable five times. A-F only. Pre: consent.

MUS 685 Intercultural Composition (3)

Examination of compositional approaches, techniques, and characteristics of works with East Asian influences in Western concert settings. Composing idiomatically for East Asian instruments. Repeatable one time. MUS majors only. Graduate students only. A-F only. Pre: consent.

MUS 680 (Alpha) Studies in Music Theory (3)

(B) stylistic counterpoint to 1700; (C) stylistic counterpoint from 1700; (D) advanced analysis; (E) comparative theory; (F) history of theory; (G) contemporary techniques and resources; (H) atonal analysis and set theory; (I) Schenkerian analysis. Pre: 286 and graduate standing.

MUS 678 (Alpha) Advanced Problems in Ethnomusicology (3)

(B) transcription of music performance; (C) movement analysis; (D) other. Pre: consent.

MUS 670 (Alpha) Regional Music (3)

Musical content and historicosocial context of principal musical traditions. (B) Asia; (C) Oceania. Repeatable nine times. Pre: consent.

MUS 661 Bibliography and Library Resources in Music (3)

Basic materials and techniques; includes retrieval techniques from online computer catalog. MUS majors only. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

MUS 660 (Alpha) Studies in Music Literature (3)

Detailed study by chronological period. (B) medieval; (C) Renaissance; (D) Baroque; (E) Classic; (F) Romantic; (G) 20th century. Repeatable in different alphas. Pre: 661 or consent.

MUS 659 Seminar in College Music Teaching (3)

Examines components of good teaching, adult learning theories, course organization, methodologies, evaluation, and other music issues. For students planning a college teaching career in music. Pre: consent.

MUS 657 World Musics in Undergraduate Education (2)

Concepts and materials at junior college and undergraduate levels. Preparation for structuring and teaching courses in non-Western musics. Pre: graduate status in music and 107 or 407 (or concurrent).

MUS 655 Music in Childhood Education (3)

Principles and programs in teaching music to children in early childhood settings and elementary school. Curriculum development, analysis of research, and current approaches. Pre: 353 or 354, teaching experience, and graduate standing.

MUS 653 Music Curriculum Theory and Design (3)

Procedures for planning, teaching, evaluating, and administering music programs in elementary, secondary, and higher education. Evaluation of current programs; procedures for change. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

MUS 651 Foundations of Music Education (3)

Music and music education in their philosophic, aesthetic, social, historical, and psychological dimensions. Graduate students only. Pre: consent.

MUS 649 College Level Teaching Practicum (1)

Practical experience teaching at the college level. Examination of elements for successful college teaching. Repeatable two times. MUS majors only. Graduate students only. A-F only. Pre: consent.

MUS 626 Advanced Conducting (2)

Continuation of 625.

MUS 625 Advanced Conducting (V)

Conducting instrumental and choral groups. Repeatable three times, up to 12 credits. Pre: instructor consent.

MUS 610 Advanced Ensemble (1)

Projects in study and performance. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

MUS 601 Advanced Topics in Music (V)

Advanced topics in history, literature, theory, applied music, music education, and ethnomusicology; some in intensive modular format. Repeatable nine times. MUS majors only. Pre: appropriate lower division music courses or consent and graduate standing.

MUS 600 (Alpha) Seminar (3)

Selected problems in (B) composition; (C) ethnomusicology; (D) music literature; (E) performance repertory; (F) music education; (H) theory. Repeatable nine times. Graduate students only. Pre: consent; also 661 for (D) and (E).

MUS 565 Western Music History Review (3)

Online course surveys representative composers, musical styles, and genres from the Western tradition. Repeatable one time. Graduate students only. Pre: consent or departmental approval.

MUS 495 Senior Project (1)

Capstone project designed by student, who must find and work with faculty advisor before enrolling. Also subject to advance approval by departmental committee. Repeatable one time. Senior standing only. A-F only. Pre: consent.

MUS 488 Contemporary Techniques (2)

Theoretical techniques in music of the 20th and 21st centuries; emphasis on writing as the synthesis of concepts. Investigation of important stylistic movements. Pre: 286 or consent.

MUS 487 Advanced Practicum in Music Composition (3)

Creative writing in larger forms. Composition majors only. Repeatable one time. Pre: 485 or consent.

MUS 485 Intermediate Practicum in Music Composition (V)

Creative writing beginning with smaller forms. Repeatable unlimited times. MUS majors only. Pre: 286 and 288, or consent.

MUS 484 Composition for Music Majors (1)

Original composition; specific approaches to creative writing. Intended for music majors not majoring in composition. Repeatable one time. MUS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 286 and 288.

MUS 479 Topics in Ethnomusicology (3)

Problem-oriented cross-cultural investigation of music and music organization. Junior standing or higher. Pre: consent.

MUS 478 (Alpha) Musical Cultures (3)

The study of a musical culture area. (B) Hawai‘i; (C) China; (D) Japan; (E) Korea; (F) Indonesia; (G) Philippines; (H) India; (I) Polynesia; (P) Africa; (Q) other. Repeatable one time for different alphas. Junior standing or higher. Pre: consent. ((H) Cross-listed as ASAN 478)

MUS 477 History of Rock and Roll (3)

An examination of rock and roll from various perspectives including economics, regionalism, freedom of expression. Pre: upper division standing or consent.

MUS 472 Sound Systems of World Musics (3)

Music-theoretical study of sound organization as defined by various cultures and development of aural analysis in world musics. Junior standing or higher. Pre: consent.

MUS 467 Music and Ethics (3)

Studies music’s roles in religious traditions and politics, as identity formation, and music’s relationship with lyrics in a variety of forms. Readings approach these issues from the question of ethics. A-F only. Pre: 265 and 266, or consent. (Once a year)

MUS 464 Opera (3)

Historical study from Monteverdi to present. Pre: 265 and 266, or consent.

MUS 463 (Alpha) Topics in Music Literature (3)

(B) symphonic music; (C) concerto; (D) chamber music; (E) choral music; (F) solo song; (G) wind band literature; (H) guitar literature. Repeatable one time for different alphas. Pre: 265 and 266, or consent.

MUS 462 (Alpha) Studies in Western Music History (3)

(B) music of the United States. Pre: 265 and 266, or consent.

MUS 461 (Alpha) Eras of Western Music History (3)

Changing styles and forms in periods of European art music from 500 A.D. to the present. (B) medieval; (C) Renaissance; (D) Baroque; (E) Classic; (F) Romantic; (G) 20th century. Repeatable one time for different alphas. Pre: 265 and 266, or consent.

MUS 459 Vocal Pedagogy (3)

Scientific studies of vocal mechanism; application to techniques of singing. Pedagogical methods for individual voice instruction; participation in applied music teaching. Pre: 286 and 288.

MUS 457 Asian and Pacific Music in Education (3)

Musical concepts in songs, dances, and instrumental music of Asia, Hawai‘i, and other Pacific Islands, appropriate for K–12. Pre: 250, or 253, or 354, or 355, or 356, or consent.

MUS 454 Music in Special Education (3)

Designed for music educators, elementary, and special education majors or musicians interested in understanding and preparing to use music with special education students. Will be offered both as a campus and online course. A-F only. Pre: 250, or 253, or 354, or 355, or 356; or consent.

MUS 452 Advanced String Pedagogy (2)

Study of intermediate to advanced techniques and pedagogical approaches to violin, viola, cello, and double bass in both individual and class settings. A-F only. Pre: 157 or consent. (Alt. years: spring)

MUS 451 Perspectives on K-12 Music Education (2)

Required for K-12 music education majors. Topics include music learning, classroom management, assessment, and national standards. A-F only. MUS ED majors only. Junior standing or higher. Pre: 250, 286, 288, and EDEP 311; or consent. (Fall only)

MUS 450 Contemporary Practices in Music Education (3)

Contemporary practices and issues in music education. For public school and community music contexts. A-F only. Pre: 286 or consent.

MUS 441 Scoring Techniques for Films (3)

Aspects of scoring original music for films. Use of small systems, and software production tools. Music production techniques (including Foley and sound effects) and music for television also covered. Repeatable one time. Pre: 341 or consent. (Alt. years)

MUS 440 Music, Industry, and Society (3)

History of U.S. music and recording industry. How industry relates to economy as a whole, and how it reflects broad patterns and trends in American culture and society. Pre: upper division standing or consent. (Cross-listed as HIST 471)

MUS 425 Wind Band Literature (2)

Historical survey and analytical study of wind band literature, with particular attention to significant works for winds from the 1700s to the present. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 265 and 266. (Alt. years: fall)

MUS 424 Keyboard Skills II (2)

Continuation of 423. A-F only. Pre: 423 or consent.

MUS 423 Keyboard Skills I (2)

Practical keyboard applications including transposition, keyboard harmonization, figured bass, improvisation, score reading and sight reading. A-F only. Pre: 282 and 2 semesters of 232C, or consent. (Alt. years)

MUS 422 Piano Repertoire (1)

Focused study on a specific area of piano literature. Extensive score study, analysis, performance practices, technique and listening lists will be studied. A-F only. Pre: 2 semesters of 232C or consent. Repeatable five times, up to six credits. (Alt. years)

MUS 421 Musical Theatre (3)

Essential training in skills required to perform in musicals. Students present scenes from musical comedies for criticism and review. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: one of 231B, THEA 321, THEA 322, or consent; and/or audition. (Cross-listed as THEA 421)

MUS 420 (Alpha) Music Literature Lab (2)

Problems of style and interpretation and their implications in performance. Inquiry with laboratory performance. (B) solo voice; (C) piano, with a focus on professional writing. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent. A-F only for (C).

MUS 419 (Alpha) University Band (1)

Performance of literature, including works by contemporary composers. (B) wind ensemble; (C) symphonic band; (D) concert band; (E) marching band; (F) drumline, color guard, leadership. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: audition or consent. D

MUS 417 University Javanese Gamelan (1)

Performance of jogja and solo gamelan traditions; Ujon-Ujon, Wajang Kulit, Wajang Wong. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: 311H or consent.

MUS 416 (Alpha) University Symphony Orchestra (1)

Performance of orchestra literature, including major works for chorus and orchestra, opera and dance; (B) symphony (4.5 hours); (C) chamber orchestra. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: audition or consent.

MUS 415 Opera Workshop (V)

Opera in performance. Styles and characterizations. Performance of scenes and one complete work. Repeatable unlimited times. MUS majors only. Pre: upper division standing or consent.

MUS 414 University Concert Choir (1)

Performance of choral literature from all style periods throughout the world. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: choral experience or consent.

MUS 413 Hula/Chant Ensemble III (2)

Ancient style; hâlau protocol. Repeatable nine times. Pre: 412. (Cross-listed as DNCE 413)

MUS 412 Hula/Chant Ensemble II (2)

Ancient style. Pre: 312 or consent. (Cross-listed as DNCE 412)

MUS 411 (Alpha) Ethnic Music Ensembles II (1)

Performance of literature for ensembles and performing groups of various sizes and kinds, (B) Hawaiian; (C) Japanese; (D) Chinese; (E) Korean; (F) Okinawan; (G) Philippine; (I) Asian; (J) Tahitian. Repeatable unlimited times except for (J), repeatable eight times for (J). Pre: 311 in same section or consent.

MUS 410 (Alpha) Ensembles (1)

Performance of literature for ensembles and performing groups of various sizes and kinds; (B) Hawaiian chorus; (C) University Chamber Singers; (D) piano-vocal collaboration; (E) composer-performer collaboration; (F) chamber music; (G) guitar; (K) jazz; (M) contemporary music; (N) theater music; (O) percussion; (P) digital and electronic musical arts; (Q) piano-instrumental collaboration; (R) saxophone choir. Repeatable unlimited times, repeatable five times for (R). A-F only for (E), (Q), and (R). MUS majors only for (E). Pre: 2 credits of 289, or 4 credits of 232, or consent for (E); audition or consent for all other alphas. (Spring only for (R))

MUS 407 Music Cultures of the World (3)

Folk, popular, and art music from major regions of the world, with emphasis upon Asia and the Pacific, representative styles and regional characteristics. Pre: junior standing or consent.

MUS 400 Topics in Music (V)

Topics in history, literature, theory, applied music, music education, and ethnomusicology; for music majors. Consult department for topics and specific dates. Repeatable up to twelve credits. Pre: 281 and appropriate lower division music courses; or consent.

MUS 399 Directed Study (V)

Limited to majors with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 or a minimum GPA of 3.0 in music. Pre: consent.

MUS 386 Theory and Practice of Jazz Improvisation (2)

Development of an improvising technique through analysis and performance practice. For instrumentalists only. Pre: 285 and 287.

MUS 383 Orchestration (3)

Basic principles of scoring for orchestra and band; instrumental ranges, timbres, transpositions; transcribing or composing for band, orchestra, and chorus. Pre: 286 or consent.

MUS 382 Form and Analysis (3)

Form, texture, and style in music literature from Renaissance to present. Formal analysis and writing. Larger forms with various textures; recent contemporary approaches to continuity. Pre: 265, 266, and 286.

MUS 381 Counterpoint (3)

Form, texture, and style in music literature from Renaissance to present. Formal analysis and writing. Contrapuntal textures and forms. Pre: 286.

MUS 370 Music in Modern America (3)

Varieties of music, including jazz and other popular forms; relevant antecedents. Pre: sophomore standing; freshmen with consent only.

MUS 364 Superstars: A History of Musical Celebrity (3)

Explores how the cultural phenomenon of celebrity has impacted musicians and composers from antiquity to the present. Pre: 106.

MUS 360 Music in Film (3)

Lecture investigating the role of music in narrative film, and developing critical skills through close study of films and their music. Understanding styles and techniques of film music within larger aesthetic trends and historical contexts. Pre: 106 or consent. (Once a year)

MUS 359 Piano Pedagogy (2)

Continuation of 358. Significant attention paid to developing writing skills. Pre: 358 or consent.

MUS 358 Piano Pedagogy (2)

Concepts, materials, and procedures for class and individual instruction in piano. Pre: 282.

MUS 356L Choral Music Methods Lab (1)

Observing, analyzing, participating, and teaching in choral settings. Supervised 30 hours of field experiences required. CR/NC only. Pre: 250, 286, and 326 (or concurrent); or consent. Co-requisite: 356. (Every 3rd semester)

MUS 356 Choral Music Methods (3)

Objectives, materials, and procedures of choral music in schools. A-F only. Pre: 122B, 250, 286, and 326 (or concurrent); or consent. Co-requisite: 414.

MUS 355L Instrumental Music Methods Lab (1)

Observing, analyzing, participating, and teaching in instrumental settings. Supervised 30 hours of field experiences required. CR/NC only. Pre: 250, 286, and 326 (or concurrent); or consent. Co-requisite: 355. (Every 3rd semester)

MUS 355 Instrumental Music Methods (3)

Objectives, materials, and procedures of instrumental music in schools. A-F only. Pre: 250, 286, and 326 (or concurrent); or consent.

MUS 354L General Music Methods Lab (1)

Observing, analyzing, participating, and teaching in general music classrooms. Supervised 40 hours of field experiences required. CR/NC only. Pre: 250, 286, and 288; or consent. Co-requisite: 354. (Every 3rd semester)

MUS 354 General Music Methods (3)

Required for K-12 music specialists. Scope and nature of music in the lives of children and adolescents; planning, teaching, learning, and evaluating music in elementary, middle, and high school curriculum. A-F only. Pre: 250, 286, and 288, or consent. Co-requisite: 354L.

MUS 353 Integrating World Music in Education (3)

Application of musical concepts through an integrated approach. This includes strategies, world music, literature, materials and resources for the classroom curriculum. Pre: 253 or 282, or consent.

MUS 342 Digital Audio Synthesis and Multimedia Applications (3)

Sound control through graphical interfaces. Advanced digital audio synthesis techniques. Audio control of graphics and video. Introduction of alternate controllers. Pre: 240 or consent. (Once a year)

MUS 341 Audio Recording/Mixing/Sound Design (3)

Preproduction, mixing, setup and recording suitable for film. Mixing techniques in software for small systems. Sound design using original synthesis techniques to enhance film and support stories. Pre: 240 or consent. (Alt. years)

MUS 340 Electronic Music (3)

Basic techniques of electronic sound synthesis. Pre: 240 or consent.

MUS 326 Advanced Conducting (2)

Continuation of 325. Pre: 325 or consent.

MUS 325 Conducting (1)

Problems in directing instrumental and choral ensembles. Score reading, rehearsal techniques, and basic interpretive problems. Pre: 286 and 288.

MUS 321 Diction for Singers (3)

Diction and phonetics of English, Italian, liturgical Latin, German, and French for singers and conductors. Pre: 232B and 281 or consent.

MUS 312 Hula/Chant Ensemble I (2)

Ancient style. Pre: upper division standing or consent. A-F only. (Cross-listed as DNCE 312)

MUS 311 (Alpha) Ethnic Music Ensembles I (1)

Performance of literature for groups of various sizes and kinds at introductory level (B) Hawaiian; (C) Japanese; (D) Chinese; (E) Korean; (F) Okinawan; (G) Philippine; (H) gamelan; (I) gagaku; (J) Tahitian; (K) Oceanic; (M) other. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: upper division standing or consent.

MUS 289 Introductory Practicum in Music Composition (V)

Original composition; specific approaches to creative writing. Repeatable five times, up to six credits. MUS majors only. Pre: 282 and 284; or consent.

MUS 288 Aural Training IV (1)

Continuation of 287. Pre: 287. Co-requisite: 286 or consent.

MUS 287 Aural Training III (1)

Advanced level of perception, identification, and notation of musical sounds through dictation and sight-singing. MUS majors only. Pre: 284. Co-requisite: 285 or consent.

MUS 286 Theory IV (2)

Continuation of 285. Pre: 285. Co-requisite: 288 or consent.

MUS 285 Theory III (2)

Detailed study of theory: writing, analysis, keyboard application. MUS majors only. Pre: 282. Co-requisite: 287 or consent.

MUS 284 Aural Training II (1)

Continuation of 283. Pre: 283 or consent. Co-requisite: 282 or consent.

MUS 283 Aural Training I (1)

Perception, identification, and notation of musical sounds through dictation and sight singing. Pre: 280 and ability to sing diatonic melodies at sight, or consent. Co-requisite: 281 or consent.

MUS 282 Theory II (2)

Continuation of 281. Pre: 281 or consent. Co-requisite: 284 or consent.

MUS 281 Theory I (2)

Materials and organization of music; analysis, writing, and keyboard application. MUS majors only. Pre: 280 or consent. Co-requisite: 283 or consent.

MUS 280 Basic Theory and Aural Skills (3)

Fundamentals of music theory, notation, sight-singing, and dictation. A-F only. Pre: 108 or consent.

MUS 270 World of Music: Asia/Pacific (3)

Study of music as social process, sound system, aesthetics, and world view. Emphasis on Hawai‘i, Asia, and the Pacific and the ways music creates links across the region and among people. Pre: ability to read music and one introductory music course with a minimum grade of C (108, 114, 121-126, 155-158) or consent. (Fall only)

MUS 266 History of Western Music After 1750 (3)

Development of Western music from 1750 to the present. Styles, schools, composers. Pre: 282 or consent.

MUS 265 History of Western Music to 1750 (3)

Development of Western music from its origins to 1750. Styles, schools, composers. Pre: 282 or consent.

MUS 259 Introduction to Voice Function and Singing Styles (3)

Students will study how the singing voice works in various styles, including classical, musical theater, jazz, choral, and pop/ rock. Students will learn historical contexts, aural characteristics, and musical vocabulary through lecture, discussion, and listening. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as THEA 259) DA

MUS 253 Elementary Music in Action (3)

(3 Lec, 1 1-hr Lab) Musical concepts, philosophy and pedagogy: use of media, singing, movement, and instruments; as well as resources for an active elementary music classroom. A-F only.

MUS 250 Introduction to Music Education (1)

Survey of American education, with an emphasis on music learning, teaching and philosophy, school structure and governance, diversity and multi-cultural education, and professional ethics. Supervised clinical and field experiences required. MUS majors only. A-F only. (Alt. years)

MUS 240 Creative Applications of Music Technology (3)

Introductory laboratory experience. Teaches musicians fundamental technology concepts through creative projects. Exposes students to a variety of music and audio software. A-F only. Pre: music majors or minors or consent.

MUS 226 Second-Level Secondary Piano (1)

Continuation of 225. A-F only. Pre: 225 or consent.

MUS 225 Second-Level Secondary Piano (1)

Continuation of 125–126; increased emphasis on piano literature up to intermediate level. MUS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 126 or consent.

MUS 199 Recital Attendance (0)

Attendance at approved departmental concerts. Required of all music majors (BMus, six semesters; BA and BEd, four semesters). Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only.

MUS 158 Woodwind Techniques (2)

Fundamental performance techniques, materials, and teaching skills on woodwind instruments for students preparing to teach instrumental music. A-F only. (Once a year)

MUS 157 String Techniques (2)

Fundamental performance techniques, materials, and teaching skills on string instruments for students preparing to teach instrumental music. A-F only. (Once a year)

MUS 156 Brass Techniques (2)

Fundamental performance techniques, materials, and teaching skills on brass instruments for students preparing to teach instrumental music. A-F only.

MUS 155 Percussion Techniques (2)

Fundamental performance techniques, materials, and teaching skills on percussion instruments for students preparing to teach instrumental music. A-F only.

MUS 128 (Alpha) Asian Music Performance Class (1)

Basic principles of performance of Asian music. Relevant problems in literature at elementary level. (B) koto; (C) shamisen; (D) South Indian singing; (E) shakuhachi. Cannot be audited. Pre: consent.

MUS 127 (Alpha) Asian Music Performance Class (1)

Basic principles of performance of Asian music. Relevant problems in literature at elementary level. (B) koto; (C) shamisen; (E) shakuhachi. Cannot be audited. Pre: consent.

MUS 126 First-Level Secondary Piano (1)

Piano as secondary performance field; application of theory to problems in improvising, harmonizing, creating accompaniments, transposing, and sight-reading at keyboard. Continuation of 125. For music majors. A-F only. Pre: 125 or consent.

MUS 125 First-Level Secondary Piano (1)

Piano as secondary performance field; application of theory to problems in improvising, harmonizing, creating accompaniments, transposing, and sight-reading at keyboard. For music majors. A-F only. Pre: consent. Co-requisite: 281 or consent.

MUS 123 (Alpha) Pacific Music Performance Class (1)

Basic principles of performance of Pacific music. Relevant problems at elementary level. (B) slack key guitar; (C) ‘ukulele. Repeatable in different sections. Pre: 121D or consent for (B); 108 or consent for (C).

MUS 122 (Alpha) Class Instruction II (1)

Basic principles of performance; relevant problems in literature. (B) voice; (C) piano; (D) guitar. Repeatable in different sections. Cannot be audited. A-F only. Pre: 121 or consent.

MUS 121 (Alpha) Class Instruction I (1)

Basic principles of performance; relevant problems in literature. (B) voice; (C) piano; (D) guitar. A-F only. Cannot be audited.

MUS 114 University Chorus (1)

Performance of choral literature from Renaissance to present. Previous choral experience not required. Repeatable unlimited times.

MUS 108 Fundamentals of Music (3)

Basic organization concepts in music and introduction to music theory. Learning through hands-on experience with creative activities in various media. Focused listening, composing original meolodies, utilizing technology to explore how music is created, basic notation.

MUS 107 Music in World Cultures (3)

Folk, popular, and art music from major regions of the world, with emphasis upon Asia and the Pacific; representative styles and regional characteristics.

MUS 106 Introduction to Music Literature (3)

Elements, styles, and forms of music, from listener’s standpoint.

MCB 475L Bacterial Genetics Lab (2)

(2 3-hr Lab) Techniques for study of transfer and expression of prokaryotic genes: transformation, conjugation, transposon mutagenesis, preparation and analysis of plasmid and chromosomal DNA. Pre: 475 (or concurrent). (Cross-listed as MICR 475L)

MCB 475 Bacterial Genetics (3)

Genetic analysis and molecular basis of transmission replication, mutation, and expression of heritable characteristics in prokaryotes. Pre: MICR 351 or BIOL 275, or consent. (Cross-listed as MICR 475)

MCB 472 The Biology of Cancer (3)

Integrative, in-depth focus on the genetics, cell biology, and molecular basis of cancer. Combination of classroom lectures and problem-based discussions in small groups. Addresses ethical implications of cancer research and treatment. A-F only. MCB or BIOL majors only. Senior standing or higher. Pre: BIOL 407 (or concurrent) and BIOL 408 (or concurrent) or consent. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as BIOL 472)

MCB 461L Immunology Lab (2)

(2 3-hr Lab) Basic exercises and experiments in immunology, immunochemistry, immuno-biology to illustrate principles of 461. Pre: 461 (or concurrent). (Cross-listed as MICR 461L)

MCB 461 Immunology (3)

Structure and biological actions of antigens and antibodies; fundamentals of antibody synthesis; the relation of immunology to biology and medical sciences. Pre: MICR 351 or BIOL 171; or consent. Recommended: BIOL 275/275L. (Cross-listed as MICR 461)

MCB 408L Advanced Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory (2)

(2 3-hr Lab) A laboratory to accompany 407 and 408. Pre: BIOL 407 (or concurrent) or BIOL 408 (or concurrent). (Cross-listed as BIOL 408L)

MCB 408 Molecular Cellular Biology II (3)

Cell structure and function. Structure, chemistry, and functions of organelles and macromolecules. Pre: C (not C-) or better in 407; or consent. (Cross-listed as BIOL 408 and MBBE 408)

MCB 407 Molecular Cell Biology I (3)

Relationship between structure and function at macromolecular level. Pre: C (not C-) or better in BIOL 275/275L and CHEM 273, or consent. (Cross-listed as BIOL 407)

MCB 314 Research Ethics (1)

Introduction to the ethical issues faced by individuals and institutions involved in scientific research. Based on case studies, students will discuss and write about ethical issues in research. Issues include humans and animals in research, mentoring, authorship, ownership of data, genetic technologies and record keeping. This course is designed for students with majors in the natural sciences. A-F only. Pre: BIOL 171 (or concurrent), or MATH 307 (or concurrent), or MATH 311 (or concurrent), or PHYS 170 (or concurrent), or CHEM 272 (or concurrent); or consent. (Cross-listed as MICR 314)

MBBE 800 Dissertation Research (V)

CR/NC only.

MBBE 700 Thesis Research (V)

CR/NC only.

MBBE 699 Directed Research (V)

Repeatable up to 64 credits.

MBBE 691 Advanced Special Topics in MBBE (V)

Study and discussion of advanced special topics and problems in molecular biosciences and bioengineering. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

MBBE 687 Advanced Lab Techniques (1)

(1 Lec, 2 3-hr Lab) Advanced laboratory techniques used in food science and human nutrition research. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing or consent and 402/402L, and FSHN 477; or BIOC 441. (Cross-listed as ANSC 687 and FSHN 687)

MBBE 683 Advanced Bioinformatics Topics for Biologists (4)

Teaches problem-solving with bioinformatic tools. Real-world problems will be provided and worked out, students encouraged to provide their own research problem where they require assistance. Graduate student must work on genomics research project requiring bioinformatic analysis, working knowledge of UNIX OS, Perl, Java or C. A-F only. Pre: (ICS 471 and ICS 491 and ICS 691 (or equivalent)) with a minimum grade of B, or consent. (Alt. years)

MBBE 680 Methods in Plant Molecular Biology (3)

(1 Lec, 2 3-hr Lab) Advanced methodology and research strategies. Hands-on laboratory training in basic and current molecular procedures for plant research. Pre: one of BIOC 481 or BIOL 407.

MBBE 652 Molecular Plant–Fungal Interactions (3)

Focuses on the actions of plant pathogenic fungi/ oomycetes and their host responses at the molecular and cellular level. Current genetic and genomic approaches to study plant-fungal interactions will be discussed. Graduate standing only. Pre: consent. (Every 2 years) (Cross-listed as PEPS 652)

MBBE 651 Signal Transduction and Regulation of Gene Transcription (3)

Lecture/discussion on molecular mechanisms involved in the transmission of regulatory signals from the cell surface to the nucleus. A-F only. Pre: undergraduate level biochemistry, molecular biology, biology, nutrition; or override/ consent by professor. (Fall only)

MBBE 650 DNA and Genetic Analysis (3)

Combined lecture-lab for students interested in genetic analysis of humans, animals, and other species. Molecular techniques, such as PCR, DNA marker identifications, transgenics, expression analysis and functional genomics, are included. Open to non-majors. Pre: graduate standing or consent. (Cross-listed as ANSC 650 and FSHN 650)

MBBE 625 Biological Instrumentation (3)

System integration for computer-based control, automation, and study of biological systems. Topics include physical, chemical, and biological sensors, actuators, digital interfacing/communication, image analysis, and structured code for microcontrollers and other portable computers. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as BE 625)

MBBE 621 Metabolic Engineering (4)

Principles and methodologies of metabolic engineering. Concepts of metabolic networks. Establishment of metabolic flux analysis and metabolic control analysis. Systems biology framework for integration of mathematical modeling and global measurements at metabolite, protein and transcription levels. Pre: BIOL 275, MATH 311, and MICR 351; or consent.

MBBE 620 Plant Biochemistry (3)

Comprehensive study of chemical constituents and biochemical processes unique to the plant kingdom with emphasis on selected aspects of current interest. A-F only. Pre: 402 (with a minimum grade of C) or consent.

MBBE 610 Molecular Biosciences Seminar (1)

Study and discussion of significant topics and problems in plant physiology, biochemistry, and molecular biology. Repeatable three times. A-F only

MBBE 607 Advanced Food Science I (3)

Advanced topics in chemical and physical characteristics of foods as well as their role in human nutrition. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: graduate student status with undergraduate courses in organic chemistry, microbiology, additional biological science, physics, and biochemistry. Basic knowledge of food science is expected; or consent. (Cross-listed as FSHN 607)

MBBE 602 Molecular Biology and Genetics (3)

Graduate-level basic course on molecular biology and genetics. Prepares students to understand advanced concepts in related subjects such as biochemistry, cell biology, cancer biology, immunology, plant genetics, and genomics. Pre: 402/BIOL 402 (with a minimum grade of B or higher), or with consent from instructor. (Alt. years: fall) (Cross-listed as MICR 602)

MBBE 601 Molecular Cell Biology (3)

Provide fundamental concepts and dynamic characteristics of the molecules of the prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell, their biosynthesis and regulation, and the mechanisms that regulate cellular activities. A-F only. Pre: basic course in cell and molecular biology, or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as MICR 601)

MBBE 499 Directed Research (V)

Supervised individual instruction in laboratory research problems in biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology, genomics, and genetics. Repeatable 3 times or up to 16 credits. Limited to qualified undergraduate students. A-F only.

MBBE 491 Special Topics in MBBE (V)

Study and discussion of special topics and problems in molecular biosciences and bioengineering. Pre: consent.

MBBE 483 Introduction to Bioinformatics Topics for Biologists (3)

Focuses on the use of computational tools and approaches to analyze the enormous amount of biological data (DNA, RNA, protein) available today. A-F only. Pre: (BIOL 171 (or equivalent)) with a minimum grade of C, or consent. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as BIOL 483)

MBBE 461 Biotechnology for Teachers (3)

Principles, methods, classical examples, recent development, benefits and concerns of modern biotechnology. Pre: BIOL 304 or equivalent.

MBBE 460 Bioreactor Design and Analysis (3)

Application of mass/energy balances and reaction kinetics for the design and analysis of bioreactors for microbial, plant, and animal cell cultures. Pre: ME 322 (with a minimum grade of C-) or BE 373 or CEE 320; or consent. (Cross-listed as BE 460) DP

MBBE 412 Environmental Biochemistry (3)

Biochemical and chemical principles of occurrence, distribution, biotic and abiotic conversion, fate, and impact of synthetic and natural molecules in the environment. Important pollutants will be used as case studies to illustrate the principles. A-F only. Pre: CHEM 152 or CHEM 272, and CHEM 162 or CHEM 171; or consent.

MBBE 408 Molecular Cellular Biology II (3)

Cell structure and function. Structure, chemistry, and functions of organelles and macromolecules. Pre: C (not C-) or better in BIOL 407; or consent. (Cross-listed as BIOL 408 and MCB 408)

MBBE 405 Marine Functional Ecology and Biotechnology (3)

Marine functional genomics, biodiversity of marine natural habitats, marine microbial communities and their ecological functions, interactions of marine microbes and their host, climate change and marine biodiversity, marine biotechnology. A-F only. Pre: OCN 201 or MICR 130, or consent. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as OCN 403)

MBBE 402L Principles of Biochemistry Lab (2)

(1 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Principles and techniques of biochemical laboratory. Teaches biochemistry laboratory methods as well as technical writing in the form of experimental reports. A-F only. Pre: (402 (or concurrent), BIOL 402 (or concurrent)) with a minimum grade of C. 

MBBE 402 Principles of Biochemistry (4)

Molecular basis of living processes in bacteria, plants and animals; emphasis on metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids. Pre: C (not C-) or better in BIOL 275/275L, CHEM 272 and CHEM 273; or consent. (Cross-listed as BIOL 402)

MBBE 401 Molecular Biotechnology (3)

General principles, applications, and recent advances of the rapidly growing science of biotechnology. Topics include impact of biotechnology on medicine, animal sciences, environment, agriculture, forensics, and economic and socio-ethical issues. Pre: C (not C-) or better in BIOL 275 or consent. (Cross-listed as BIOL 401)

MBBE 375 Essential Biochemistry (3)

Introduction to basic concepts of cellular biochemistry and metabolic pathways as applied to nutritional, medicinal and environmental biochemistry. A-F only. Pre: (CHEM 152 or CHEM 272) with a minimum grade of C, or consent.

MBBE 304 Biotechnology: Science and Ethical Issues (3)

Introduction to the concepts, goals, ethical issues and consequences of biotechnology using real-life case studies of GMOs, cloning, DNA fingerprinting, gene therapy and genetical engineering. Pre: BIOL 171 (with a minimum grade of C) or consent. (Cross-listed as BIOL 304)

MSL 499 Advanced Military Research (V)

Directs the student to conduct detailed research on a military topic and present to the department leadership plus assist MSL 400 series students on a battle analysis. Repeatable up to eight credits. Must be in Military Science and Leadership Program or Military Service member in junior or greater standing. Pre: departmental approval.

MSL 402 Transition to Lieutenant (4)

(3 Lec, 2-hr Lab) Explores dynamics of leading in complex situations of current military operations. Examines differences in customs and courtesies, military law, principles of war, and rules of engagement in the face of international terrorism. Interaction with nongovernment organizations, civilians on the battlefield, and host nation support are examined and evaluated. Case studies, scenarios, and What Now, Lieutenant? exercises prepare cadets to lead as commissioned officers in the U.S. Army. A-F only. Pre: 401 or consent.

MSL 401 Leadership Challenges and Goal Setting (4)

(3 Lec, 2-hr Lab) Develops proficiency in planning, execution, and assessment of complex operations; students will learn to assess risk, make ethical decisions, function as a staff member, and provide leadership performance feedback to subordinates; emphasis on oral communication. A-F only. Pre: 302 or consent.

MSL 400 Fundamentals of Leadership (3)

Introduces students to the fundamentals of leadership. Activities challenge students to connect theory to practice, develop positive relationships through application of effective leadership concepts for leader development, and team-building. A-F only.

MSL 399 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Limited to military science students who have had at least one previous military science course for which a grade of B or higher was earned and a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better. Pre: consent.

MSL 391 History of Military Warfare (3)

Lecture/discussion on the art and science of warfare concentrating on U.S. military history from the Colonial Period to present. Generally restricted to Army ROTC students, requiring twenty pages of graded writing assignments. A-F only. Pre: consent.

MSL 303 ROTC Advanced Camp (6)

Five-week summer field training exercise conducted at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Arduous and intensified leadership training is conducted throughout the five-week period. Required for U.S. Army commissioning. Pre: 302 and consent.

MSL 302 Leading Small Organizations II (4)

(2 Lec, 2-hr Lab) Intense situational leadership challenges to build awareness and skills in leading small units. Decision-making, persuading, and motivating team members under fire are explored, evaluated, and developed. Military operations are reviewed to prepare for the ROTC Advance Camp. Cadets apply principles of Law of Land Warfare, Army training, and motivation to troop leading procedures; and are evaluated on what they know and do as leaders. A-F only. Pre: 301 or consent.

MSL 301 Leading Small Organizations I (4)

(2 Lec, 2-hr Lab) Challenges cadets to study, practice, and evaluate adaptive leadership skills with demands of the ROTC Advanced Camp. Challenging scenarios related to small unit tactical operations will develop self-awareness and critical thinking skills. Cadets will receive systematic, specific feedback on their leadership abilities, and analyze/evaluate their leadership values, attributes, skills and actions. A-F only. Pre: 101, 102, 201, and 202; or 203; or consent.

MSL 203 ROTC Basic Camp (6)

Four-week summer course conducted at Ft. Knox, Kentucky. Substitutes for ROTC basic course (101, 102, 201, and 202) and fulfills course requirement for admission to ROTC advanced courses. Credit will be given for 203 or basic courses, but not both. Pre: consent.

MSL 202 Intermediate Military Science II (3)

Challenges of leading complex, contemporary operational environments. Dimensions of cross-cultural challenges of leadership in a constantly changing world are highlighted and applied to practical Army leadership tasks and situations. Cadets develop greater self awareness as they practice communication and team building skills, and tactics in real world scenarios. Provides a smooth transition to MSL 301.

MSL 201 Intermediate Military Science I (3)

Explores creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles through historical case studies and engaging in interactive student exercises. Cadets practice aspects of personal motivation and team building by planning, executing, and assessing team exercises. Focus is on continued development of leadership values and attributes through understanding of rank, uniform, customs and courtesies.

MSL 102L Introduction to Military Science II Lab (1)

Practical application in adventure training, Army field craft, rifle marksmanship, land navigation, drill and ceremonies, physical training. Co-requisite: 102.

MSL 102 Introduction to Military Science II (2)

Overviews leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, problem-solving, listening, presenting briefs, providing feedback and using effective writing skills. Explores leadership values, attributes, skills, and actions in the context of practical, hands-on, and interactive exercises. Cadre role models and building stronger relationships among cadets through common experience and practical interaction are critical.

MSL 101L Introduction to Military Science I Lab (1)

Practical application in adventure training, Army field craft, rifle marksmanship, land navigation, drill and ceremonies, physical training. Co-requisite: 101.

MSL 101 Introduction to Military Science I (2)

Introduces cadets to personal challenges and competencies critical for effective leadership; personal development of life skills such as goal setting, time management, physical fitness, and stress management related to leadership, officership, and the Army profession. Focus on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army Leadership Dimensions while understanding the ROTC program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student.

MSL 100 Introduction to Physical Fitness (1)

Hands-on participatory course following the Army’s physical fitness program. Classes conducted three days per week with Army ROTC cadets. Focus is on aerobic conditioning, muscular strength and endurance. Repeatable three times. A-F only.

MICR 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

MICR 795 Special Topics in Microbiology (V)

Selected topics in any aspect of microbiology. Repeatable unlimited times.

MICR 746 Advanced Plant-Bacteria Interactions (3)

Molecular biology, genomics, molecular genetics, and infection mechanisms of bacterial plant pathogens and symbionts. Pre: PEPS 606 (with a minimum grade of B or better) or consent. (Cross-listed as PEPS 746)

MICR 700 Thesis Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

MICR 699 Directed Research (V)

Selected problems in microbiology. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

MICR 695 Research Literature Review (1)

Review of primary literature in a selected area of microbiology. Repeatable unlimited times. A-F only. Pre: graduate status or consent.

MICR 690 Seminar (1)

Required of graduate students. Repeatable unlimited times; only one credit will count toward the degree.

MICR 685 Molecular and Cellular Bacterial Pathogenesis (3)

Detailed examination of the molecular and cellular mechanisms of bacterial pathogenesis. Overview of key literature, synthesis of scientific problems into research proposals. Pre: 431, 463, or 470; or consent. (Alt. years: spring)

MICR 681 Host-Parasite Relationships (3)

Mechanisms of pathogenicity of microorganisms and defense mechanisms of human and animal hosts. Review of contemporary literature. (Alt. years: fall)

MICR 680 Advances in Microbial Ecology (3)

Highlights in microbial ecology; interaction of microorganisms with abiotic and biotic components of their environments. Modern techniques for study of autecology and synecology of microorganisms. Pre: 485 or consent. (Alt. years: spring)

MICR 671 Bacterial Genetics (3)

Directed study and discussion of research literature on bacterial and bacterial virus mutation, genetic recombination, evolution and control mechanisms. Pre: graduate standing; undergraduates that have taken 475 may register with consent. (Alt. years: spring)

MICR 661 Regulations of Gene Expressions in Microorganisms (3)

Use of bioinformatic tools to understand comparative genomics, metabolic pathways, and protein evolution. A-F only. Pre: 351 and one 400 level MICR course, or consent. (Alt. years)

MICR 655 Advanced Virology (3)

Detailed reports and discussions on selected advanced topics and current research literature. Pre: 463, 490, BIOC 441; or consent. (Alt. years: fall)

MICR 652 Advanced Marine Microbiology (3)

Advanced studies of marine microorganisms in diverse habitats with consideration of applications of marine microbes, interactions with higher organisms, phylogeny and diversity, and past and current methods. A-F only. Pre: 351 and 401, or consent. (Alt. years)

MICR 632 Advanced Microbial Physiology (3)

Selected topics. Pre: 431 or consent. (Alt. years: spring)

MICR 630 Microbial Genome (3)

Advanced studies of Microbial genome: relation to functional genomics, structural genomics, and proteomics. A-F only. Pre: 351 and one 400-level MICR course, or consent. (Alt. years)

MICR 625 Advanced Immunology (3)

Detailed reports and discussions on selected advanced topics and current research literature. Pre: 461 or consent. (Alt. years: spring)

MICR 614 Research Ethics (1)

Introduction to ethical issues faced by individuals and institutions involved in scientific research. Moral reasoning, humans and animals in research, mentoring, authorship, ownership of data and genetic technologies. MICR graduates only. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing in MICR or related field, or consent. (Once a year)

MICR 602 Molecular Biology and Genetics (3)

Graduate-level basic course on molecular biology and genetics. Prepares students to understand advanced concepts in related subjects such as biochemistry, cell biology, cancer biology, immunology, plant genetics, and genomics. Pre: MBBE 402/BIOL 402 (with a minimum grade of B or higher), or with consent from instructor. (Alt. years: fall) (Cross-listed as MBBE 602)

MICR 601 Molecular Cell Biology (3)

Provide fundamental concepts and dynamic characteristics of the molecules of the prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell, their biosynthesis and regulation, and the mechanisms that regulate cellular activities. A-F only. Pre: basic course in cell and molecular biology, or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as MBBE 601)

MICR 490L Virology Lab (2)

(2 3-hr Lab) General laboratory techniques and related theories in virology; including isolation, cell culture, assay, purification, and identification of viruses. Pre: 351/351L or BIOL 275/275L and 490 (or concurrent); or consent.

MICR 490 Virology (3)

Basic principles of virus biology. Topics include methods for virus study, virus structure, replication, gene expression, pathogenesis and host response. Pre: 351 or BIOL 275, or consent.

MICR 485L Microbes and Their Environment Lab (2)

(2 3-hr Lab) Techniques for study of interaction of microorganisms with and within their natural habitats; symbiosis between microorganisms and plants and animals; role of microorganisms in element cycling; food fermentation by bacteria. Pre: 485 (or concurrent) or consent.

MICR 485 Microbes and Their Environment (3)

Distribution, diversity, and roles of microorganisms in terrestrial, freshwater, and marine ecosystems. Importance of bacteria in pesticide degradation, bioremediation of oil spills, sewage treatment, biocontrol, food fermentation. Pre: BIOL 171 and CHEM 272, or consent.

MICR 475L Bacterial Genetics Lab (2)

(2 3-hr Lab) Techniques for study of transfer and expression of prokaryotic genes: transformation, conjugation, transposon mutagenesis, preparation and analysis of plasmid and chromosomal DNA. Pre: 475 (or concurrent). (Cross-listed as MCB 475L)

MICR 475 Bacterial Genetics (3)

Genetic analysis and molecular basis of transmission replication, mutation, and expression of heritable characteristics in prokaryotes. Pre: 351 or BIOL 275, or consent. (Cross-listed as MCB 475)

MICR 470L Bacterial Molecular Pathogenesis Laboratory (2)

Modern techniques to study infectious diseases. Covers tissue culture and animal models to study virulence of extracellular and intracellular infecting bacteria, bacterial resistance mechanisms toward antibacterial drugs, and virulence factor assays. A-F only. Pre: 351 and 351L, 470 (or concurrent). (Fall only)

MICR 470 Bacterial Molecular Pathogenesis (3)

Fundamental mechanisms of bacterial infectious diseases or pathogenesis at the molecular level. Emphasis on bacterial virulence and host-pathogen interactions. Pre: 351/351L or consent.

MICR 463L Microbiology of Pathogens Lab (2)

(2 3-hr Lab) Characterization of bacterial pathogens. Isolation, identification, and diagnosis. Pre: 351L. Co-requisite: 463 or consent.

MICR 463 Microbiology of Pathogens (3)

Host-parasite relationships in microbial diseases of humans and animals with emphasis on bacterial pathogens. Pre: 351. Co-requisite: 463L or consent.

MICR 461L Immunology Lab (2)

(2 3-hr Lab) Basic exercises and experiments in immunology, immunochemistry, immuno-biology to illustrate principles of 461. Pre: 461 (or concurrent). (Cross-listed as MCB 461L)

MICR 461 Immunology (3)

Structure and biological actions of antigens and antibodies; fundamentals of antibody synthesis; the relation of immunology to biology and medical sciences. Pre: 351 or BIOL 171, or consent. Recommended: BIOL 275/275L. (Cross-listed as MCB 461)

MICR 431L Microbial Physiology Lab (2)

(2 3-hr Lab) Components and metabolism of the bacterial cell; emphasis on techniques of analysis of metabolism and molecular structure. Co-requisite: 431.

MICR 431 Microbial Physiology (3)

Fundamental physiological and metabolic processes of bacteria; emphasis on growth, functions of cell structures, varieties of energy metabolism, metabolic regulation, and differentiation at the prokaryote level. Pre: 351.

MICR 401L Marine Microbiology Laboratory (1)

(1 3-hr Lab) Laboratory to accompany 401. Pre: BIOL 275/275L and BIOL 301 (or concurrent)/301L (or concurrent) and OCN 201; or 351/351L; and 401 (or concurrent); or consent.

MICR 401 Marine Microbiology (3)

Evolution, ecology, biochemistry, genetics and physiology of marine bacteria by examining defined systems and organisms. Pre: BIOL 275/275L and BIOL 301 (or concurrent)/301L (or concurrent), and OCN 201; or 351/351L; or consent.

MICR 361 Introductory Bioinformatics (4)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Introductory bioinformatics will provide a basic foundation of biological information (DNA, protein, genome and proteome) by using information technology (IT). A-F only. Pre: BIOL 275 and BIOL 275L, or consent. (Fall only)

MICR 351L Biology of Microorganisms Lab (2

(2 3-hr Lab) Laboratory exercises to accompany 351. Pre: CHEM 272/272L, and BIOL 171, or equivalent. Co-requisite: 351.

MICR 351 Biology of Microorganisms (3)

Anatomy, chemistry, physiology, genetics, development, and environmental interactions of microorganisms. Pre: BIOL 171 or equivalent, CHEM 272/272L; or consent. Co-requisite: 351L. Recommended: BIOL 275/275L.

MICR 314 Research Ethics (1)

Introduction to the ethical issues faced by individuals and institutions involved in scientific research. Based on case studies, students will discuss and write about ethical issues in research. Issues include humans and animals in research, mentoring, authorship, ownership of data, genetic technologies and record keeping. This course is designed for students with majors in the natural sciences. A-F only. Pre: BIOL 171 (or concurrent), or MATH 307 (or concurrent), or MATH 311 (or concurrent), or PHYS 170 (or concurrent), or CHEM 272 (or concurrent); or consent. (Cross-listed as MCB 314)

MICR 140L Microbiology Laboratory (2)

(2 2-hr Lab) Primarily for students in nursing and dental hygiene. Pre: 130 (or concurrent).

MICR 130 General Microbiology (3)

Role of microorganisms; how they affect people, property, and the environment. A basic survey course covering broad aspects of biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, and physiology; host-parasite relationships, public health, bacterial, mycotic and viral diseases; epidemiology; ecology of soils and water; environmental pollution; food microbiology; industrial applications at an introductory level. Not open to those with credit in 351 or equivalent.

MED 599 Directed Research (V)

Pre: consent.

MED 546 (Alpha) Electives in Medicine (V)

Fourthyear electives in which students study selected topics within field of medicine. (B) extramural electives in medicine (miscellaneous); (C) internal medicine seminar; (D) infectious disease; (E) internal medicine sub-internship; (F) research in bioethics; (G) neurology critical care; (H) medical informatics; (O) obesity medicine. Repeatable one time for (C)–(E); not repeatable for (F); repeatable two times for (B), (C) and (H); repeatable three times for (G). CR/NC only. Pre: 531 or 532 for (B), (C), and (O); 541 for (E) and (H).

MED 545 (Alpha) Electives in Medicine (V)

Fourth-year electives in which students study selected topics within field of medicine. (B) allergy/immunology; (C) cardiology; (D) medicine elective in Asia; (E) dermatology; (F) endocrinology; (G) gastroenterology; (H) general internal medicine: ambulatory care; (I) general internal medicine: inpatient; (K) hematology; (M) nephrology; (N) neurology; (O) nuclear medicine; (P) oncology; (Q) pulmonary diseases; (R) research in medicine; (S) rehabilitation medicine; (T) rheumatology; (U) heart failure/electrophysiology; (W) internal medicine sub-internship. MD students only for (U). CR/NC only. Pre: 531 or 532 for (C), (E), (F), (G), (H), (K), (M), (N), (O), (Q), (R), (S), and (T); 532 for (U); 541 for (D) and (W).

MED 541 Advanced Medicine Clerkship (6)

Required 4 weeks duration for fourth-year medical students. Advanced experiences in ambulatory and hospital-based medical care. Proficiency in this course may be established by examination. CR/NC only. Pre: fourth-year standing and completion of 531, or consent.

MED 532 Internal Medicine Longitudinal Clerkship (5)

Six-month long clerkship in ambulatory setting, and four-week hospital-based experience. Repeatable one time. Pre: third-year standing and concurrent registration in 532 courses.

MEDT 690 Seminar in Medical Technology (1)

Analysis of research and recent literature pertaining to various aspects of medical technology. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

MEDT 591 Clinical Training in Medical Technology (28)

Application of theory and simulated laboratory experiences in immuno-hematology, clinical chemistry, microbiology, parasitology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, immunology, to meet stated career entry-level competencies. Repeatable one time. CR/NC only. Pre: BS in MEDT.

MEDT 581 Clinical Microbiology Preceptorship (5)

Clinical training for students with bachelor’s degree in microbiology to be able to qualify as clinical microbiologists in a healthcare setting. Includes specimen procurement, processing, detection and identification, susceptibility testing, and other diagnostic technology. CR/NC only. Pre: departmental consent.

MEDT 499 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Repeatable one time.

MEDT 495 Special Topics in Medical Technology (V)

Acquaints student with role of the medical technologist and overlap of major sciences in clinical situations to help student develop qualities unique to med technology. Repeatable one time. MEDT majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: consent.

MEDT 481 Professional Issues in Medical Lab Science (1)

Discussions about various professional issues through oral presentations and critiquing of peer presentations. Repeatable one time. MEDT majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 451L.

MEDT 478 Clinical Lab Methods and Analyses II (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Continuation of 477. Repeatable one time. MEDT majors only. A-F only. Pre: 477.

MEDT 477 Clinical Lab Methods and Analyses I (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Lab experiments illustrating fundamental principles and methods of clinical laboratory analyses. Repeatable one time. MEDT majors only. A-F only. Pre: 471.

MEDT 472 Clinical Biochemistry II (4)

Continuation of 471. Repeatable one time. MEDT majors only. Pre: 471 or consent. (Once a year)

MEDT 471 Clinical Biochemistry I (4)

Biochemical processes in human health and disease states. Repeatable one time. MEDT majors only. Pre: CHEM 273 or consent. (Spring only)

MEDT 464 Immunohematology (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Antigen-antibody relationships in human blood, study of blood groups, clinical problems in transfusion. Repeatable one time. MEDT majors only. Pre: MICR 461 or consent. (Spring only)

MEDT 451L Hematology Lab (2)

Laboratory to accompany MEDT 451. Emphasis on writing to study content. MEDT majors only. Pre: consent. Co-requisite: 451.

MEDT 451 Hematology (1)

(1 3-hr Lab) Fundamental study of blood in normal and pathological states: formation, development, and classification of blood cells. MEDT majors only. Pre: consent.

MEDT 431 Clinical Parasitology (2)

(1 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Modern diagnostic practices in parasitology. Repeatable one time. Pre: MICR 351 or consent.

MEDT 331 Clinical Lab Management (3)

Student will become familiar with fundamental administration of a clinical laboratory to include technical, personnel, and financial management areas. Repeatable one time. MEDT majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: consent.

MEDT 302 The Clinical Laboratory II (3)

Theory and clinical application of medical technology methods and healthcare professional relationships. Companion course to MEDT 301; and required, for second bachelor’s degree students who were admitted to MEDT major. MEDT majors only. Second Bachelor’s degree standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 251 or consent.

MEDT 301 The Clinical Laboratory (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Theory and clinical application of medical laboratory methods and healthcare professional relationships. MEDT majors only. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

MEDT 251 Introduction to Medical Technology II (2)

Basic principles and lab skills in medical technology (medical lab science). Required for second bachelor’s degree students (not MLT credentialed) wishing to major in medical technology. Second bachelor’s degree students only. A-F only. Pre: 151, CHEM 161/CHEM 161L, BIOL 171/BIOL 171L (or concurrent)

MEDT 151 Introduction to Medical Technology (2)

Designed to acquaint students to the field of medical technology (clinical laboratory science). Repeatable one time.

MDHX 699 Directed Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

MDED 599 Research in Medical Education (V)

An elective for medical students to work on research projects related to improving medical education, student wellness, and community health under the direction of a faculty member in the Office of Medical Education. Repeatable nine times, up to six credits.

MDED 595 (Alpha) Topics in Medical Education (V)

Summer selectives in medical education for second-year medical students. (B) rural health preceptorship; (C) health issues of the Pacific Basin; (D) projects in medical education; (E) manikin simulations; (F) learning resources; (G) cardiovascular case maps; (H) pulmonary case maps; (I) clinical skills preceptors; (J) global health perspectives. Repeatable up to four credits. MD majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 554. (Fall only)

MDED 590 (Alpha) Preclinical Electives (V)

Elective for first and second year medical students. (B) projects in medical education; (C) healer’s art; (D) introduction to student research; (E) health and wellness; (F) quality improvement; (G) introduction to ultrasound. Repeatable one time, up to two credits. MD majors only for (G). CR/NC only. Pre: 551.

MDED 584 Unit 4 Community Health (2)

Field experience placing student in community settings to work with health care professionals as they provide services to patients. MD majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 583 or consent. (Spring only)

MDED 583 Unit 3 Community Health (2)

Field experience placing student in community settings to work with health care professionals as they provide services to patients. MD majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 582 or consent. (Spring only)

MDED 582 Unit 2 Community Health (2)

Field experience placing students in community settings to work with health care professionals as they provide services to patients. Repeatable two times. MD majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 581 or consent. (Fall only)

MDED 581 Unit 1 Community Health (2)

Field experience placing students in community settings to work with health care professionals as they provide services to patients. Repeatable two times. MD majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: consent. Co-requisites: 551 and 571. (Fall only)

MDED 577 Unit 7 Clinical Skills (2)

History and physical exam skills pertinent to the health care problems in Unit 7. MD majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 576 or consent. (Spring only)

MDED 576 Unit 6 Clinical Skills (3)

History and physical exam skills pertinent to the health care problems in Unit 6. MD majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 574 or consent. (Fall only)

MDED 574 Unit 4 Clinical Skills (2)

History and physical exam skills pertinent to the health care problems in Unit 4. MD majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 573 or consent. (Spring only)

MDED 573 Unit 3 Clinical Skills (2)

History and physical exam skills pertinent to the health care problems in Unit 3. MD majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 572 or consent. (Spring only)

MDED 572 Unit 2 Clinical Skills (2)

History and physical exam skills pertinent to the health care problems in Unit 2. MD majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 571 or consent. (Fall only)

MDED 571 Introduction to Clinical Skills (2)

Introductory lectures and laboratories on history taking and physical exam skills. Repeatable one time. MD majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: consent. Co-requisite: 551. (Fall only)

MDED 564 (Alpha) Senior Seminars (1)

Review of topics and issues that will prepare senior students for the end of their undergraduate training and the start of their internship. (B) Week 1; (C) Week 2; (D) Week 3. CR/ NC only. (Fall only for B); (Spring only for C and D)

MDED 563 Third Year Colloquia (2)

A series of lecture-discussions intended to broaden the perspectives of the Unit VI experiences and healthcare problems. Repeatable one time. CR/NC only. Pre: 551 and 557.

MDED 557L MD 7 The Life Cycle Tutorials (4)

Advanced series of problem-based learning tutorials for second-year medical students focusing on the life cycle health care problems. CR/NC only. Pre: 556 and 556L. Co-requisite: 557. (Spring only)

MDED 557 MD 7 The Life Cycle (7)

Concepts focusing on the life cycle through integrated basic science lectures, laboratories, and colloquia intended to broaden the learning from MD 7 health care problems in tutorials. CR/NC only. Pre: 556 and 556L. Co-requisite: 557L. (Spring only)

MDED 556L MD 6 Locomotor System, Nervous System, and Behavioral Problems (6)

Advanced series of problem-based learning tutorials for second-year medical students focusing on neurological/ locomotor systems and behavioral health care problems. CR/NC only. Pre: 554 and 554L. Co-requisite: 556. (Fall only)

MDED 556 MD 6 Locomotor System, Nervous System and Behavioral Problems (8)

Concepts focusing on the locomotor/neurological systems and behavioral problems through integrated basic science lectures, laboratories, and colloquia intended to broaden the learning from MD 6 health care problems in tutorials. CR/NC only. Pre: 554 and 554L. Co-requisite: 556L. (Fall only)

MDED 554L MD 4 GI/Endocrine Tutorials (4)

Advanced series of problem-based learning tutorials for first-year medical students focusing on gastrointestinal and endocrine health care problems. CR/NC only. Pre: 553 and 553L. Co-requisite: 554. (Spring only)

MDED 554 MD 4 GI/Endocrine (7)

Concepts focusing on gastrointestinal and endocrine systems through integrated basic science lectures, laboratories, and colloquia intended to broaden the learning from MD 4 health care problems in tutorials. CR/NC only. Pre: 553 and 553L. Co-requisite: 554L. (Spring only)

MDED 553L MD 3 Renal/Hematology Tutorials (4)

Advanced series of problem-based learning tutorials for first-year medical students focusing on renal and hematology health care problems. CR/NC only. Pre: 552 and 552L. Co-requisite: 553. (Spring only)

MDED 553 MD 3 Renal/Hematology (7)

Concepts focusing on renal and hematologic systems through integrated basic science lectures, laboratories, and colloquia intended to broaden the learning from MD 3 health care problems in tutorials. CR/NC only. Pre: 552 and 552L. Co-requisites: 553L. (Spring only)

MDED 552L MD 2 CV/Pulmonary Tutorials (4)

Advanced series of problem-based learning tutorials for first-year medical students focusing on cardiovascular and pulmonary health care problems. CR/NC only. Pre: 551 and 551L. Co-requisite: 552. (Fall only)

MDED 552 MD 2 CV/Pulmonary (7)

Concepts focusing on cardiovascular and pulmonary systems through integrated basic science lectures, laboratories, and colloquia intended to broaden the learning from MD 2 health care problems in tutorials. CR/NC only. Pre: 551 and 551L. Co-requisite: 552L. (Fall only)

MDED 551L MD 1 Health and Illness Tutorials (3)

Introductory series of problem-based learning tutorials for first-year medical students focusing on concepts of health and disease through MD 1 health care problems. MD majors only. CR/NC only. Co-requisite: 551. (Fall only)

MDED 551 MD 1 Health and Illness (5)

Introduction to concepts of health and disease through lectures, laboratories, and colloquia intended to broaden the learning from MD 1 health care problems in tutorials. MD majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: consent. Co-requisite: 551L. (Fall only)

MDED 545 (Alpha) Senior Interdisciplinary Electives (V)

Fourth-year elective in which students study selected interdisciplinary topics. CR/NC only. (B) medical education elective; (C) complementary and alternative medicine; (D) leadership in underserved care; (E) Junior PBL course director. MED majors only for (D). CR/NC only for (D) and (E). Pre: FMCH, MED, OBGN, PED, PSTY, SURG 531 or 532. (Spring only for (D) and (E))

MDED 541 Clinical Skills Assessment (1)

Required comprehensive interdepartment multidisciplinary assessment program for fourth-year medical students. CR/NC only. Pre: FMCH, MED, OBGN, PED, PSTY, SURG 531 or 532.

MDED 528 Unit 8 Block Selective (V)

Through lectures, self-assessments and independent study, second-year medical students will consolidate their knowledge of the application of the biological sciences to patient care. CR/NC only. Pre: 557.

MDED 527 Evidence-Based Medicine (1)

Critical appraisal track designed to improve the student’s ability to seek and evaluate new medical knowledge. MD majors only. CR/NC only. (Spring only)

ME 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Research for doctoral dissertation. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: candidacy for PhD in mechanical engineering.

ME 799 Directed Instruction (V)

Student assists in undergraduate classroom and/or project instruction under the direction and close supervision of faculty member. CR/NC only. Pre: admission to PhD candidacy or consent.

ME 700 Thesis Research (V)

Thesis for degree of MS in mechanical engineering. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: admission to candidacy and consent of thesis advisor.

ME 699 Directed Reading or Research (V)

Directed study on subject of mutual interest to student and a staff member. Student must find faculty sponsor before registering. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: graduate standing.

ME 696 Advanced Topics in Mechanical Engineering (V)

Highly specialized topics in thermosciences, mechanics, materials, system, or design. Pre: consent.

ME 691 Seminar (1)

Current problems in all branches of mechanical engineering. All graduate students are required to attend; registrants are expected to present talks. Pre: graduate standing.

ME 680 High Growth Entrepreneurship (V)

An interdisciplinary (JD-MBA) course examining legal, business, and technology issues related to building high growth companies. Student teams develop company feasibility reports and skills necessary to advise or build high growth businesses. Recommended: 531. Law, MBA, and ME students only. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as LAW 560 and MGT 653)

ME 678 Advanced Dynamics (3)

Lecture on rigidbody dynamics. Topics include: dynamical systems; motion representation and constraints; Newtonian mechanics; Lagrangian mechanics; Hamilton’s principle; stability analysis; introduction to multibody dynamics. Pre: 375 or equivalent, or consent.

ME 672 Finite Element Analysis (3)

Introduction to finite element analysis and design in mechanical engineering. Applications to machine design, vibrations, elasticity, heat transfer. Pre: 360, 371; or consent.

ME 671 Continuum Mechanics (3)

Cartesian tensors in mechanics, coordinate transformations, analysis of stress and strain, principal values, invariants, equilibrium and compatibility equations, constitutive relations, field equations. Problems in elasticity. A-F only. Recommended: 371 or CEE 370, or consent. (Cross-listed as CEE 671)

ME 660 Introduction to Fuel Cell Technology (3)

Working principles of all major fuel cell types; fundamentals of proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells; state-of-the-art theoretical models and diagnostic technologies for PEM fuel cells. A-F only. Pre: 422 (or equivalent) or consent.

ME 651 Automatic Control (3)

Linear optimal feedback control, discrete time optimal control, fundamentals of adaptive control, application to motion and force control of robot arms and manipulators. Pre: 451, ECE 351; or consent.

ME 650 Surface Phenomena (3)

Fundamental and modern concepts of colloid and surface science. Main topics include surface thermodynamics, capillarity and wetting phenomena, surface forces, surfactants, and particles. Pre: 311 or consent.

ME 647 Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (3)

Science and applications of nanotechnology. Synthesis of nanostructures; nanoscale structure characterization by electron microscopy and Raman spectroscopy; electrical, thermal, and mechanical properties of nanostructures; fabrication of nanodevices; energy, environmental, and biological applications of nanomaterials. A-F only.

ME 646 Mechanics and Design Composites (3)

Introduction to composites; anisotropic elasticity and laminate theory; hygrothermal effects; composite beams, columns, rods, plates, and shells; energy method; failure theories; joining of composites, computer-aided design in composites. Pre: 371 or consent.

ME 645 Clinically Driven Design and Development (3)

Exploration of simple, cost-effective alternatives in medicine through different stages of concept generation, design analysis, and prototype validation and investigation of their commercialization potential. Graduate students only. Pre: 341 or consent.

ME 636 Fundamentals of Electrochemistry (3)

Thermodynamics of cells, electrode kinetics, mass transfer by migration and diffusion, microelectrode techniques, forced convection, impedance, doublelayer structure, and absorbed intermediates in electrode processes. Pre: consent.

ME 635 Corrosion Theory (3)

Application of electrochemical theory and materials science to corrosion and oxidation reactions. Effect of environment, especially marine. Cathodic protection, coatings, inhibitors, treatment of water systems. Pre: 331.

ME 630 Rheology (3)

Vector and tensor operations. Constutive equations. Generalized Newtonian fluids and linear viscoelastic fluids. Rheometry and experiments. Flow of suspensions. Advanced topics and rheology of polymers, food products, biomaterials and asphalt, laboratories. Pre: 626 or consent.

ME 626 Viscous Flows (3)

Formulation and properties of the Navier-Stokes equations; exact solutions; creeping flows; lubrication theory; laminar boundary layers; laminar stability, and transition to turbulence; turbulent boundary layers. Pre: 322.

ME 625 Numerical Methods in Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer (3)

Integration of ordinary differential equations. Finite difference solutions of partial differential equations with applications to conduction and convection. Introduction to finite element methods. Pre: 422, and either MATH 190 or ECE 160.

ME 624 Microfluidics and Nanofluidics (3)

Introduction to fundamental understanding of fluid mechanics and transport phenomena at micro-nanoscale; electrokinetics; chemical separation; colloids and emulsions; biophysics; micro-nanofabrication.

ME 622 Convection Heat Transfer (3)

Heat transfer in laminar and turbulent boundary layers. Analogy between heat, momentum, mass transfer. Pre: 422 and 626.

ME 620 Biological Fluid Mechanics (3)

Review of Newtonian fluid mechanics. Blood rheology and flow in elastic tubes. Murray’s Law and pulsatile flow propagation. Microcirculation dynamics and biological transport. Aquatic movement and comparative biological examples. Pre: 322 and 422, or consent.

ME 618 Boiling and Two-Phase Flow (3)

Two-phase flow pattern and flow pattern maps; two-phase flow models (homogeneous, separate, drift flux, annular); laminar and turbulent film condensations; boiling incipience; pool boiling heat transfer; flow boiling heat transfer; critical heat flux (CHF). A-F only. Pre: 422 (or equivalent) or consent.

ME 615 Advanced Aerodynamics (3)

Advanced topics in aerodynamics, two- and three-dimensional wing theory, slender-body theory, lifting surface methods, vortex and wave drag, analytical and numerical methods, for computing unsteady aerodynamic behavior and introduction to flightdynamics. A-F only. Pre: 322 and 626, or consent.

ME 612 Introduction to Statistical Thermodynamics (3)

Fundamentals of statistical thermodynamics. Main topics include entropy, Boltzmann law, thermodynamic driving forces, statistical mechanics, chemical equilibria, solutions and mixtures, and applications of statistical thermodynamics in biology, chemistry, physics, and nanoscience. A-F only. Pre: 311 or 611.

ME 611 Advanced Thermodynamics (3)

Introduction to general principles of classical thermodynamics. Main topics include equilibrium conditions, thermodynamic relations, Legendre transformations, Maxwell relations, stability of thermodynamic systems, phase transitions, and critical phenomena. Graduate students only. A-F only. Pre: 311 or consent.

ME 610 Renewable Energy Engineering and Sustainability (3)

Analysis of principles of operation of renewable energy systems, and its interactions with sustainability. Fundamentals of renewable energy production, storage, and distribution. Pre: consent.

ME 499 Project (V)

Investigation of advanced problems in mechanical engineering design or development. Student must find faculty sponsor before registering. A-F only. Pre: senior standing.

ME 492 Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering (3)

Specialized topics in thermosciences, mechanics, materials, systems, or design. Pre: consent.

ME 491 Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering (3)

Specialized topics in thermosciences, mechanics, materials, systems, or design. Pre: consent.

ME 482 Design Project II (3)

(1 Lec, 2 2-hr Lab) Continuation of design project initiated in ME 481. Extension of conceptual design to final design. Manufacturing of prototype: material and part selection, procurement, manufacturing specifications/ drawings. Testing of complex systems. Extensive oral communication required. A-F only. Pre: 481.

ME 481 Design Project I (4)

(2 1-hr Lec, 2 2-hr Lab) Heuristic application of engineering design process and project planning via a significant, open-ended design project that includes realistic constraints involving economics, environmental sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, society, and politics. Extensive written communication required. A-F only. Pre: 322, 341, 372, and 375; or consent.

ME 480 Thermofluid Measurements and Design (3)

Measurement techniques in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer. Hands-on experience with instrumentation. Open-ended design of thermofluid systems. Contemporary engineering ethics issues. Final report and presentation are required. A-F only. Pre: 422 (or concurrent).

ME 474 Fundamentals of Acoustics (3)

Plane and spherical acoustic waves. Transmission, reflection, radiation, and absorption. Near and far fields, radiation patterns. Applications to noise control. Instruments. Pre: 375, ECE 211; or consent.

ME 473 Mechanical Vibrations (3)

Response of machines and systems to transient and periodic excitation. Vibration isolation and transmissibility. Modal analysis of multi-degree-of-freedom systems. Applications to design. Pre: 371, 375; or consent.

ME 471 Experimental Stress Analysis (3)

(1-3 hr Lab) Techniques of experimental stress analysis: strain and deflection measurement of beams and shafts, strain to stress conversion, principal and maximum shearing stresses, failure in biaxial stress states, stress concentrations, residual stresses, buckling, creep, electrical resistance strain gages, brittle coatings, photoelastic methods, transducers. A-F only. Pre: 371 and departmental approval.

ME 455 Nuclear Power Engineering (3)

Nuclear reactor principles. Reactor heat transfer, heat generation and removal. Design and analysis of reactor power systems and plants. Pre: 411 (or consent) and 422.

ME 453 Energy Conversion Systems (3)

Energy conversion and its impact on the environment. Conventional, hydroelectric, nuclear fission and fusion, solar, wind, ocean, geothermal, and biomass power; energy storage, transmission and conservation. Pre: 322, 411, and 422 (or concurrent); or consent.

ME 452 Robotics (3)

Principles and design methods for autonomous systems. Pre: senior standing.

ME 451 Feedback-Control Systems (3)

Analysis/design of feedback systems. Compensator design via root locus and Bode analysis. Routh/Nyquist stability. State space representation and introduction to MIMO formulation. Controllability/observability. Application to physical dynamic systems such as industrial robots. Pre: 375 or ECE 315 or consent.

ME 447 Introduction to Nanotechnology (3)

(3 Lec) Tools and techniques of micro- and nanotechnology in design, modeling, simulations, analysis, fabrication, testing and characterization; nano-materials, nano-structures, nano-composites, nano-coating, nano-optics, nano-electronics and nano-biotechnology. A-F only. Pre: senior standing or consent.

ME 446 Advanced Materials Manufacturing (3)

(2 Lec, 1 2-hr Lab) Introduction to anisotropic materials, advanced manufacturing techniques for composite and intelligent materials, joining of composites, thin film processing and stereolithography, computer aided manufacturing and rapid prototyping, manufacturing process optimization, open-ended manufacturing projects. A-F only. Pre: 341, 342, and senior standing; or consent.

ME 436 Corrosion Engineering (3)

Basics of corrosion processes and emphasis on corrosion control. Thermodynamics and kinetics of corrosion, metal alloys and their behavior, corrosion control techniques (cathodic protection, anodic protection, coatings, and inhibitors). Pre: 341.

ME 435 Experimental Methods in Materials Research (3)

(1 Lec, 2 2-hr Lab) Common experimental techniques in materials testing and research: x-ray diffraction, optical and electron microscopy, thermal and mechanical properties, electrochemical methods—theory and hands-on experience. Pre: 341 or CHEM 351 (or concurrent). (Cross-listed as CHEM 435)

ME 434 Materials Selection for Design (3)

Methodology for the selection of materials for mechanical applications to prevent mechanical failure and environmental degradation. Design considerations associated with the use of metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites. Pre: 341 and 371 (or CEE 370).

ME 433 Failures in Materials (3)

Analysis of component failures due to imperfections, fatigue, brittle fracture, wear, corrosion, bending, impact, and overload. Fracture mechanics. Case studies. Pre: 331 or consent.

ME 426 Scaling Methods in Engineering (3)

Scaling methods and optimization under global constraints; multi-scale optimal design of mechanical, thermal, and natural systems; effectiveness of heat, fluid, and convective trees; theoretical design optimization of manmade and natural power systems; analysis of time dependent structures. A-F only. Pre: 371 and 422, or consent.

ME 425 Thermal Management of Electronic Systems (3)

To introduce concepts in the thermal management of electronics, and to develop sound technical tools to approach modern electronic packaging and cooling applications. A-F only. Pre: 422 or consent.

ME 424 Introduction to Gas Dynamics (3)

One-dimensional compressible flow involving change of area, friction, heat transfer. Normal and oblique shocks. Prandtl-Meyer flow. Application to nozzles, diffusers, airfoils. Pre: 322.

ME 423 Mass Transfer (3)

Elementary mass diffusion; diffusion in a stationary medium; diffusion in a moving medium; low and high mass transfer theories; simultaneous heat and mass transfer; condensation, evaporation, and boiling; transpiration cooling; species boundary layers; engineering and design of heat and mass exchangers; current refrigerants and environmental regulations. A-F only. Pre: 422 or consent.

ME 422 Heat Transfer and Lab (4)

(3 Lec, 1 2-hr Lab) Steady and unsteady conduction; steady convection and radiation; heat exchangers. Emphasis on writing instruction. Pre: 322.

ME 419 Astronautics (3)

The space environment (vacuum, neutral, radiation, and plasma); motion in gravitational fields; orbit transfers; Earth-satellite operations; rocketry; propulsion analysis and performance; reentry dynamics; interplanetary trajectories; attitude dynamics and stabilization. A-F only. Pre: consent.

ME 418 Power and Propulsion (3)

Principles, performance, and design of gas turbine power plants and propulsion systems. Pre: 422 (or concurrent).

ME 417 Applied Thermal Engineering (3)

Principles, design and analysis of practical thermal systems. Engineering applications. Valve, compressor, condenser and evaporator technologies. System integration and control. Thermal loads and thermal comfort. Pre: 422 (or concurrent). (Fall only)

ME 411 Applied Thermodynamics (3)

Gas mixtures, generalized thermodynamic relationships, combustion and thermochemistry, chemical equilibrium, power and refrigeration cycles. Pre: grade of C or better in 311.

ME 404 Computational Fluid Dynamics (3)

Basic computational fluid dynamics; four important partial differential equations; introduction to finite element method: Interpolation and Galerkin method; finite element method for transport phenomena; some algorithms for parallel computing. A-F only. Pre: 422 (or concurrent ), and either 360, MATH 407 or PHYS 305; or consent.

ME 403 Advanced Mathematics for Engineers (3)

Applications of ordinary differential equations, Laplace transform, vector field theory, matrices, line integrals. Pre: MATH 244 (or MATH 253A), and MATH 302 (or MATH 307).

ME 402 Dynamics Systems Laboratory (2)

(1 Lec, 1 2-hr Lab) Analysis, design, fabrication, testing and characterization of engineering instrumentation. Computer-based data acquisition methods. Techniques and procedures associated with carrying out dynamic measurements within the constraints of cost, time and accuracy. Pre: one of 360, MATH 407, or PHYS 305 (or concurrent for any); and 375 (or concurrent).

ME 375 Dynamics of Machines and Systems and Lab (4)

(3 Lec, 1 2-hr. Lab) Lumped-parameter modeling of dynamic systems. Methods of analysis, including transform techniques. Time and frequency response. Feedback control. Engineering instrumentation. Data acquisition. Dynamic measurements. Design and testing. Lab report writing. Pre: grade of C or better in all of CEE 271 (or ME 271) and MATH 302 (or MATH 307). 

ME 374 Kinematics/Dynamics Machinery (3)

Velocity and acceleration analysis of planar mechanisms; kinematic synthesis of linkages, cams, and gears; static and dynamic force analysis of mechanisms; balancing of machinery. Pre: CEE 271 or ME 271 (C or better), MATH 244 (or MATH 253A) and either MATH 302 or MATH 307

ME 372 Component Design (3)

Design, analysis, and selection of machine components: shafts, screws, fasteners, welds, rolling contact bearings, journal bearings, gears, clutches, brakes, belts, and roller chains. Pre: 213, and either 371 or CEE 370.

ME 371 Mechanics of Solids (3)

Introduction to analysis and design of deformable bodies subject to loading. Stress, strain, consitutive relation, axially loading, torsion, statically indeterminate systems, Mohr’s circle, failure criteria, buckling, defection due to axial, shear, torsional, and flexural loading. Pre: C or better in all of the following: CEE 270; and MATH 244 (or concurrent) or MATH 253A (or concurrent). (Crosslisted as CEE 370)

ME 360 Computer Methods in Engineering (3)

Numerical solutions for algebraic and transcendental equations, simultaneous linear algebraic equations, integration and differentiation; integration of ordinary differential equations. Engineering applications. Pre: grade of C or better in all of ECE 160 (or ECE 110 or ICS 111), MATH 244 (or MATH 253A), and MATH 302 (or MATH 307).

ME 342 Manufacturing Processes Lab (2)

(1 Lec, 1 2-hr Lab) Manufacturing laboratory: tension/ compression tests, cold rolling, welding, casting, statistical process control, programming and milling using a CNC machine. A-F only. Pre: 341 (or concurrent) or consent.

ME 341 Manufacturing Processes and Lab (4)

(3 Lec, 1 2-hr Lab) Energy requirements for manufacturing methods. Manufacturing methods to obtain components with desired size/shape/properties. Conduct manufacturing experiments. Emphasis on writing instruction. A-F only. Pre: 331 or consent.

ME 331 Materials Science and Engineering (3)

Electronic, atomic, and crystalline structure of materials and their effect on the mechanical, electrical, optical, and magnetic properties of engineering metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites. Pre: grade of C or better in all of CHEM 162 (or CHEM 171 or CHEM 181A), MATH 242 (or MATH 252A), and PHYS 170.

ME 322 Mechanics of Fluids and Lab (4)

(3 Lec, 1 2-hr Lab) Incompressible and compressible ideal fluids, effects of viscosity. Similitude, boundary layer flow. Measurement techniques in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics. Hands-on experience with instrumentation. Open-ended design of thermofluid systems. Emphasis on writing instruction. Pre: grade of C or better in all of 311 and CEE 271 (or ME 271).

ME 311 Thermodynamics (4)

(3 Lec, 1 Discussion) Basic laws, closed and open systems. Work, heat, concept of entropy. Properties of pure simple substances. Ideal gases. Introduction to power and refrigeration cycles. Pre: grade of C or better in all of CHEM 162 (or CHEM 171 or CHEM 181A), PHYS 170 and MATH 244 (or MATH 253A).

ME 271 Applied Mechanics II (3)

Dynamics of particles and rigid bodies; force, acceleration, impulse-momentum, work-energy. CE, CNST, ENGS, ME majors only. A-F only. Pre: C or better in CEE 270; MATH 244 (or concurrent) or MATH 253A (or concurrent). (Cross-listed as CEE 271) D

ME 213 Introduction to Engineering Design (3)

(1 Lec, 2 2-hr Lab) Introductory experience in communication, presentation, professional ethics, social responsibility, engineering economics, quality control, and computer-aided drafting. Teamwork and project required. Pre: PHYS 170.

ME 113 Introduction to Engineering Design I (2)

(1 Lec, 1 2-hr Lab) Introductory experience in analysis, synthesis, and design. Teamwork and project required. Pre: high school physics or consent.

MATH 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Research for doctoral dissertation. Repeatable unlimited times.

MATH 799 Apprenticeship in Teaching (V)

An experience-based introduction to college-level teaching; students serve as student teachers to professors; responsibilities include supervised teaching and participation in planning and evaluation. Open to graduate students in mathematics only. Repeatable one time, up to six credits. CR/NC only. Pre: graduate standing in mathematics and consent.

MATH 700 Thesis Research (V)

Research for master’s thesis. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

MATH 699 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Maximum of 3 credit hours. Repeatable unlimited times.

MATH 695 Directed Reading and Research for Plan B Masters Students (V)

Maximum of 3 credit hours. Repeatable two times. Graduate standing in MATH. A-F only.

MATH 681 Graph Theory (3)

Connected graphs and digraphs. Graph embeddings. Connectivity and networks. Factors and factorizations. Coverings. Coloring. Applications.

MATH 672 Stochastic Processes (3)

Stationary, Gaussian, and Markov processes. A-F only. Pre: 671 (with a minimum grade of B) or consent. (Alt. years)

MATH 671 Advanced Probability (3)

Independence and conditioning, martingales, ergodic theory, Markov chains, central limit theorem. A-F only. Pre: 631 (with a minimum grade of B) or consent. (Alt. years)

MATH 661 Introduction to Algebraic Number Theory (3)

Number fields and rings of integers; primes, factorization, and ramification theory; finiteness of the class group; Dirichlet’s Unit Theorem; valuations, completions, and local fields. Further topics. Graduate students only. Pre: 611 (with a minimum grade of B-).

MATH 657 Recursive Functions and Complexity (3)

Recursive, r.e., Ptime, and Logspace classes. Nondeterminism, parallelism, alternation, and Boolean circuits. Reducibility and completeness.

MATH 655 Set Theory (3)

Axiomatic development, ordinal and cardinal numbers, recursion theorems, axiom of choice, continuum hypothesis, consistency and independence results.

MATH 654 Introduction to Logic (3)

Model theory, computability theory, set theory. In particular syntax and semantics of first order logic; incompleteness, completeness, and compactness theorems; Loewenheim-Skolem theorems; computable and computably enumerable sets; axioms of set theory; ordinals and cardinals. Graduate students only.

MATH 649 (Alpha) Topics in Mathematics (3)

(B) logic; (D) analysis; (E) commutative rings; (F) function theory; (G) geometric topology; (H) operator theory; ((I) probability; (J) algebra; (K) special; (M) lattice theory and universal algebra; (N) noncommutative rings; (O) transformation groups; (P) partial differential equations; (Q) potential theory; (R) algebraic topology; (S) functional analysis; (T) number theory and combinatorics; (U) differentiable manifolds II. Repeatable up to nine credits for (U); unlimited times for the other alphas.

MATH 645 Analytic Function Theory (3)

Continuation of 644. This is the second course of a year sequence and should be taken in the same academic year as 644.

MATH 644 Analytic Function Theory (3)

Conformal mapping, residue theory, series and product developments, analytic continuation, special functions. (These topics are covered in the year sequence 644–645.)

MATH 637 Calculus of Variations (3)

Simple variational problems, first and second variation formulas. Euler-Lagrange equation, direct methods, optimal control.

MATH 633 Functional Analysis (3)

Linear topological spaces, normed spaces, Hilbert spaces, function algebras, operator theory. Pre: consent.

MATH 632 Theory of Functions of a Real Variable (3)

Continuation of 631. This is the second course of a year sequence and should be taken in the same academic year as 631.

MATH 631 Theory of Functions of a Real Variable (3)

Lebesgue measure and integral, convergence of integrals, functions of bounded variation, Lebesgue-Stieltjes integral and more general theory of measure and integration. (These topics are covered in the year sequence 631–632.)

MATH 625 Differentiable Manifolds I (3)

Differentiable structures on manifolds, tensor fields, Frobenius theorem, exterior algebra, integration of forms, Poincare Lemma, Stoke’s theorem.

MATH 623 Geometric Group Theory (3)

Geometric, topological, and dynamical methods in the study of finitely generated infinite groups. Graduate students only. Pre: 621 (with a minimum grade of B-).

MATH 622 Topology (3)

Continuation of 621. This is the second course of a year sequence and should be taken in the same academic year as 621.

MATH 621 Topology (3)

Properties of topological spaces; separation axioms, compactness, connectedness; metrizability; convergence and continuity. Additional topics from general and algebraic topology. (These topics are covered in the year sequence 621–622.)

MATH 619 Universal Algebra (3)

Introduction to basic techniques, including subalgebras, congruences, automorphisms and endomorphisms, varieties of algebras, Mal’cev conditions.

MATH 618 Lattice Theory (3)

Introduction with applications to general algebra. Partially ordered sets, decomposition theory, representations of lattices, varieties and free lattices, coordinatization of modular lattices.

MATH 615 Ring Theory (3)

Ideal theory in Noetherian rings, localization, Dedekind domains, the Jacobson radical, the Wedderburn-Artin theorem, additional topics.

MATH 613 Group Theory (3)

Sylow theorems, solvable groups, nilpotent groups, extension theory, representation theory, additional topics.

MATH 612 Modern Algebra (3)

Continuation of 611. This is the second course of a year sequence and should be taken in the same academic year as 611.

MATH 611 Modern Algebra (3)

Modules, Sylow theorems, Jordan-Holder theorem, unique factorization domains, Galois theory, algebraic closures, transcendence bases. (These topics are covered in the year sequence 611–612.)

MATH 607 Numerical Analysis (3)

Numerical linear algebra including iterative methods, SVD, and other matrix factorizations, locating eigenvalues, discrete approximation to partial differential equations. Recommended: 407, 411, or consent.

MATH 603 Partial Differential Equations (3)

Classical existence and uniqueness theory for PDEs, qualitative properties, classification, boundary value and initial value problems, fundamental solutions, other topics.

MATH 602 Methods of Applied Mathematics (3)

Linear algebra, ordinary differential equations, and partial differential equations. Topics include spectral theory, matrix exponentiation, initial-value problems, dynamical systems, bifurcation theory, first-order PDEs,
characteristics, Sturm-Liouville theory, boundary-value problems, Green’s functions.

MATH 601 Applied Dynamical Systems (3)

Continuous and discrete dynamical systems; bifurcation theory; chaotic maps. Additional topics from PDEs and linear algebra. Graduate students only.

MATH 511 Problem Solving for Teachers (1)

Practicing teachers develop and improve their problem-solving skills by working on challenging mathematical tasks. Students improve their mathematics content knowledge by working on problems and learning to design challenge problems for their own classes. Practicing teachers in grades K-12 only. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only. All 600-courses prerequisites graduate standing or consent.

MATH 499 Directed Reading (V)

Limited to advanced students who must arrange with an instructor before enrolling. Repeatable one time, up to six credits.

MATH 490 Mathematical Biology Seminar (1)

Reports on research in mathematical biology, reviews of literature, and research presentation. Required for Certificate in Mathematical Biology. Repeatable one time. Pre: junior standing or higher and consent. (Cross-listed as BIOL 490)

MATH 480 Senior Seminar (2)

Seminar for senior mathematics majors, including an introduction to methods of research. Significant portion of class time is dedicated to the instruction and critique of oral presentations. All students must give the equivalent of three presentations. CR/NC only. Pre: one 400-level mathematics course or consent.

MATH 475 Combinatorial Mathematics (3)

Finite configurations. Topics may include counting methods, generating functions, graph theory, map coloring, block design, network flows, analysis of discrete algorithms. Pre: 311 or consent.

MATH 472 Statistical Inference (3)

Sampling and parameter estimation, tests of hypotheses, correlation, regression, analysis of variance, sequential analysis, rank order statistics. Pre: 471 or consent.

MATH 471 Probability (3)

Probability spaces, random variables, distributions, expectations, moment-generating and characteristic functions, limit theorems. Continuous probability emphasized. Pre: 244 (or concurrent) or 253A (or concurrent), or consent. Recommended: 305 or 371 or 372; or consent.

MATH 455 Mathematical Logic (3)

A system of first order logic. Formal notions of well-formed formula, proof, and derivability. Semantic notions of model, truth, and validity. Completeness theorem. Pre: 321 or graduate standing in a related field or consent. Recommended: 454.

MATH 454 Axiomatic Set Theory (3)

Sets, relations, ordinal arithmetic, cardinal arithmetic, axiomatic set theory, axiom of choice and the continuum hypothesis. Pre: 321 or graduate standing in a related field or consent.

MATH 449 Topics in Undergraduate Mathematics (3)

Advanced topics from various areas: algebra, number theory, analysis, and geometry. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

MATH 444 Complex Analysis (3)

Analytic functions, complex integration, introduction to conformal mapping. Pre: 244 or 253A; recommended 331; or consent.

MATH 443 Differential Geometry (3)

Properties and fundamental geometric invariants of curves and surfaces in space; applications to the physical sciences. Pre: 244 or 253A, and 311; or consent.

MATH 442 Vector Analysis (3)

Vector operations, wedge product, differential forms, and smooth mappings. Theorems of Green, Stokes, and Gauss, both classically and in terms of forms. Applications to electromagnetism and mechanics. Pre: 244 or 253A, and 307 or 311, or consent.

MATH 432 Principles of Analysis II (3)

Continuation of 431. This is the second course of a year sequence and should be taken in the same academic year as 431. Emphasis on writing instruction continues. Pre: 431 or consent.

MATH 431 Principles of Analysis I (3)

Topology of Rn , metric spaces, continuous functions, Riemann integration, sequences and series, uniform convergence, implicit function theorems, differentials and Jacobians. Emphasis on teaching mathematical writing. (These topics are covered in the year sequence 431–432.) Pre: 311, 321, and 331; or consent.

MATH 421 Topology (3)

General topology, including compactness and connectedness; the Jordan Curve Theorem and the classification of surfaces; first homotopy or homology groups. Pre: 321 or consent.

MATH 420 Introduction to the Theory of Numbers (3)

Congruences, quadratic residues, arithmetic functions, distribution of primes. Emphasis is on teaching theory and writing, not on computation. Pre: 321 or consent.

MATH 414 Optimization: Theory & Methods (3)

Introduction to theory and methods for optimization. Topics may include least square analysis, search methods, conjugate direction methods, linear programming, integer programming, and constrained optimization. Pre: 243 or 253A, and 307 or 311; or consent.

MATH 413 Introduction to Abstract Algebra (3)

Continuation of 412. This is the second course of a year sequence and should be taken in the same academic year as 412. Emphasis on writing instruction. Pre: 412 or consent.

MATH 412 Introduction to Abstract Algebra (3)

Introduction to basic algebraic structures. Groups, finite groups, abelian groups, rings, integral domains, fields, factorization, polynomial rings, field extensions, quotient fields. Emphasis on writing instruction. (These topics are covered in the year sequence 412–413.) Pre: 311 and 321; or consent.

MATH 411 Linear Algebra (3)

Vector spaces over arbitrary fields, minimal polynomials, invariant subspaces, canonical forms of matrices; unitary and Hermitian matrices, quadratic forms. Pre: 307 or 311, and 321; or consent.

MATH 408 Numerical Analysis (3)

Continuation of 407. This is the second course of a year sequence and should be taken in the same academic year as 407. Pre: 407 or consent.

MATH 407 Numerical Analysis (3)

Numerical solution of equations, interpolation, least-squares approximation, quadrature, eigenvalue problems, numerical solution of ordinary and partial differential equations. (These topics are covered in the year sequence 407–408.) Pre: 243 or 253A, and 307 or 311, and one semester programming; or consent.

MATH 405 Ordinary Differential Equations (3)

Systems of linear ordinary differential equations, autonomous systems, and stability theory applications. Optional topics include series solutions, Sturm theory, numerical methods. Pre: 302 and 311, or consent.

MATH 403 Partial Differential Equations II (3)

Laplace’s equation, Fourier transform methods for PDEs, higher dimensional PDEs, spherical harmonics, Laplace series, special functions and applications. Pre: 402 or consent.

MATH 402 Partial Differential Equations I (3)

Integral surfaces and characteristics of first and second order partial differential equations. Applications to the equations of mathematical physics. Pre: 243 or 253A, or consent. Recommended: 244 and 302.

MATH 373 Elementary Statistics (3)

Estimation, tests of significance, the concept of power. Pre: 371 or consent.

MATH 372 Elementary Probability and Statistics (3)

Problem-oriented introduction to the basic concepts of probability and statistics, providing a foundation for applications and further study. Pre: 216 or 242 or 252A or consent.

MATH 371 Elementary Probability Theory (3)

Sets, discrete sample spaces, problems in combinatorial probability, random variables, mathematical expectations, classical distributions, applications. Pre: 216, 242, or 252A; or consent.

MATH 352 Non-Euclidean Geometries (3)

Hyperbolic, other non-Euclidean geometries. Pre: 351 or consent.

MATH 351 Foundation of Euclidean Geometry (3)

Axiomatic Euclidean geometry and introduction to the axiomatic method. Pre: 243 or 253A, and 321 (or concurrent); or consent.

MATH 331 Introduction to Real Analysis (3)

A rigorous axiomatic development of one variable calculus. Completeness, topology of the line, limits, continuity, differentiation, integration. Emphasis on teaching mathematical writing. Pre: 242 or 252A, and 321; or consent.

MATH 321 Introduction to Advanced Mathematics (3)

Formal introduction to the concepts of logic, finite and infinite sets, functions, methods of proof and axiomatic systems. Learning mathematical expressions in writing is an integral part of the course. Pre: 243 (or concurrent) or 253A (or concurrent), or consent.

MATH 311 Introduction to Linear Algebra (3)

Algebra of matrices, linear equations, real vector spaces and transformations. Emphasis on concepts and abstraction and instruction of careful writing. Students may receive credit for only one of 307 or 311. Pre: 242 or 252A, or consent.

MATH 307 Linear Algebra and Differential Equations (3)

Introduction to linear algebra, application of eigenvalue techniques to the solution of differential equations. Students may receive credit for only one of 307 or 311. Pre: 242 or 252A, or consent.

MATH 305L Mathematical Modeling: Probabilistic Models Lab (1)

Optional laboratory for 305. Pre: 305 (or concurrent).

MATH 305 Mathematical Modeling: Probabilistic Models (3)

Probabilistic mathematical modeling emphasizing models and tools used in the biological sciences. Topics include stochastic and Poisson processes, Markov models, estimation, and Monte Carlo simulation. A computer lab may be taken concurrently. Pre: 216 or 242 or 252A, or consent.

MATH 304L Mathematical Modeling: Deterministic Models Lab (1)

Optional laboratory for 304. Pre: 304 (or concurrent).

MATH 304 Mathematical Modeling: Deterministic Models (3)

Deterministic mathematical modeling emphasizing models and tools used in the biological sciences. Topics include difference equations, qualitative behavior solutions of ODEs and reaction-diffusion equations. A computer lab may be taken concurrently. Pre: 216 or 242 or 252A, or consent.

MATH 303 Introduction to Differential Equations II (3)

Constant coefficient linear systems, variable coefficient ordinary differential equations, series solutions and special functions, Fourier series, partial differential equations. Pre: 302, 311 (or concurrent); or consent.

MATH 302 Introduction to Differential Equations I (3)

First order ordinary differential equations, constant coefficient linear equations, oscillations, Laplace transform, convolution, Green’s function. Pre: 216 or 243 (or concurrent) or 253A (or concurrent), or consent.

MATH 301 Introduction to Discrete Mathematics (3)

Symbolic logic, sets and relations, algorithms, trees and other graphs. Additional topics chosen from algebraic systems, networks, automata. Pre: one semester of calculus from mathematics department; or consent. Recommended: one semester programming.

MATH 257 History of Mathematics (3)

The historical development of mathematical thought. Pre: 216 or 242 or 252A.

MATH 253A Accelerated Calculus III (4)

Vector calculus; maxima and minima in several variables; multiple integrals; line integrals, surface integrals and their applications. Pre: 252A.

MATH 252A Accelerated Calculus II (4)

Integration techniques and applications, series and approximations, differential equations, introduction to vectors. Pre: 251A (with a minimum grade of B) or 241 (with a minimum grade of A and consent).

MATH 251A Accelerated Calculus I (4)

Basic concepts; differentiation with applications; integration. Compared to 241, topics are discussed in greater depth. Pre: assessment and consent, or a grade of A in 140X and consent.

MATH 244 Calculus IV (3)

Multiple integrals; line integrals and Green’s Theorem; surface integrals, Stokes’s and Gauss’s Theorems. Pre: 243 or consent.

MATH 243 Calculus III (3)

Vector algebra, vector-valued functions, differentiation in several variables, and optimization. Pre: 242 or 252A, or consent.

MATH 242 Calculus II (4)

Integration techniques and applications, series and approximations, differential equations. Pre: 241 or 251A or a grade of B or better in 215; or consent.

MATH 241 Calculus I (4)

Basic concepts; differentiation with applications; integration. Pre: 140X or 215 or placement exam.

MATH 216 Applied Calculus II (3)

Differential calculus for functions in several variables and curves, systems of ordinary differential equations, series approximation of functions, continuous probability, exposure to use of calculus in the literature. Pre: 215 or consent.

MATH 215 Applied Calculus I (4)

Basic concepts; differentiation, differential equations and integration with applications directed primarily to the life sciences. Pre: 140X or placement exam

MATH 203 Calculus for Business and Social Sciences (3)

Basic concepts; differentiation and integration applications to management, finance, economics, and the social sciences. Pre: 134 or 161 or placement exam.

MATH 190 Introduction to Programming (2)

(3 hr) Introduction to numerical algorithms and structured programming using Fortran, MATLAB, or other appropriate language. Pre: one semester of calculus (203, 215, 241, 242, 243, 244, 251A, 252A, or 253A) (or concurrent), or consent.

MATH 161 Precalculus and Elements of Calculus for Economics and the Social Sciences (3)

Algebra review, functions with special attention to polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, algebra of functions, techniques of graphing, differentiation and integration of algebraic functions, applications in economics and social sciences. A-F only.

MATH 140X Precalculus (4)

Algebra review. Polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic  functions, composed and inverse functions, techniques of graphing. Trigonometric functions, analytic geometry, polar coordinates, vectors, and related topics. Pre: 134 or 161 or placement exam.

MATH 134 Precalculus: Elementary Functions (3)

Algebra review, functions with special attention to polynomial, rational exponential and logarithmic functions, composed and inverse functions, techniques of graphing. A-F only. Pre: two years of high school algebra, one year of plane geometry.

MATH 112 Math for Elementary Teachers II (3)

Understanding, communicating, and representing mathematical ideas; problem solving; reasoning and proof; and using symbolism. Patterns and algebraic thinking, place value and decimals, geometry, and mathematical modeling. Pre: 111.

MATH 111 Math for Elementary Teachers I (3)

Understanding, communicating, and representing mathematical ideas, problem solving, and reasoning. Number systems, place value, fractions, and properties of operations. Prospective elementary education majors only.

MATH 100 Survey of Mathematics (3)

Selected topics designed to acquaint nonspecialists with examples of mathematical reasoning. May not be taken for credit after 215 or higher.

MKT 799 Directed Research (V)

Reading and research in an area of marketing under the direction of faculty member(s). A-F only. Pre: PhD student status in international management or consent.

MKT 704 Seminar in Selected Marketing Topics (3)

Selected topics in any aspect of marketing to increase exposure to the range of issues researchers commonly confront. A-F only. Pre: PhD student status in business administration or consent.

MKT 703 Seminar in Marketing Strategy (3)

Focuses on theories of strategic marketing and planning. Explores the theoretical principles of marketing concepts, tools, and processes that can be used to help an organization develop a sustainable competitive advantage. A-F only. Pre: PhD student status in business administration or consent.

MKT 702 Seminar in Consumer Behavior (3)

Focuses on consumer behavior theory. Provides in-depth review of important published work in traditional and cross-cultural consumer behavior fields. A-F only. Pre: PhD student status in business administration or consent.

MKT 701 Seminar in Marketing Theory (3)

Focuses on the building blocks of theory, their use, and evolution within a marketing context. Explores marketing theories, theory construction, and the creation of marketing knowledge. A-F only. Pre: PhD student status in business administration or consent.

MKT 690 Advanced Seminar in Marketing (3)

Significant topics, problems in marketing. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: BUS 623 or consent.

MKT 688 Patient Centered Communication Management in Health Care Organizations (3)

Provides training on managing patient communications in general and shared decision making in particular. Increases ability to use tools available to improve patient-provider decision making quality and satisfaction. A-F only. Pre: BUS 623.

MKT 658 Digital Marketing Management (3)

Examines digital marketing’s role in new product development; direct sales; marketing communications via the internet, social media, and mobile devices; and digital tools such as online tracking and analysis. Real activities provide opportunities for application. A-F only. Pre: BUS 623 or consent. (Fall only)

MKT 657 Services Marketing (3)

Conceptual understanding of distinctive aspects of services, services management, and services research. Pre: BUS 623 or consent.

MKT 656 Creativity in Marketing (3)

Thought processes that relate to creativity. Through a series of exercises, students experience enriched creativity and enhanced communication skills. Pre: BUS 623 or consent.

MKT 655 Marketing Research Management (3)

Examines use of marketing research/data analytics to support marketing management. Topics include: research process; survey design; sampling; measurement; primary data analysis; customer data analytics; digital media analytics. Real world project reinforce learning. Pre: BUS 621, BUS 623, or consent.

MKT 654 Strategic Brand Management (3)

The study of branding and brand management. Explores how managers can formulate and implement integrated marketing strategies to build brand equity. Includes relevant theory and real world applications. Pre: BUS 623 or consent.

MKT 653 International Marketing Management (3)

Integrated and comparative approach to international marketing management. Emphasis on the development of a competitive strategy in a global environment. Applications to both developing and industrialized markets. Pre: BUS 623 or consent.

MKT 652 Japanese Marketing Systems (3)

Specialized study of Japanese marketing systems, considers both global and domestic marketing activities in the context of the Japanese economy. Pre: BUS 623 or consent.

MKT 651 Advanced Marketing Management (3)

A case course in the application of advanced marketing methods. Pre: BUS 623 or consent.

MKT 650 Sales Leadership (3)

Sales managers participate in diverse activities including hiring, designing and implementing training programs, in-field coaching and development, motivating and compensating employees, and team building. Helps students develop knowledge and skills in these areas. A-F only. Graduate students only. Pre: BUS 623 or consent of instructor. (Alt. years)

MKT 648 Consumer Behavior for Managers (3)

Designed to help students better understand how consumers process information, form attitudes, and make decisions. Draws on theories from social sciences to help students manage consumer needs and satisfaction. A-F only. Graduate students only. Pre: BUS 623 or consent of instructor. (Alt. years)

MKT 411B Imagination, Entrepreneurship and Business Problem-Solving (3)

Application of creative process to problems encountered in venture creation/growth. Student problem-solving styles are characterized and implications drawn for generation of breakthrough ideas. Tools for facilitating creative solutions to marketing problems are investigated. Pre: junior standing and BUS 312; or consent.

MKT 410 Marketing Analytics (3)

Introduces current quantitative techniques and analytical approaches to better marketing decision-making. Students learn how to solve problems in a data-driven way using software tools. A-F only. Pre: BUS 310 and BUS 312; or consent.

MKT 399 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Reading and research in a special area of major under direction of faculty member(s). Project must include statement of objectives, outline of activities planned, results expected, and how they are to be reported and evaluated. Must be approved in advance by the department chair and the faculty advisor. Repeatable unlimited times.

MKT 391 Marketing Strategies (3)

Decision-making by the marketing executive; integration of all elements of the marketing program based on actual business situations. Pre: 311, 321; or consent.

MKT 381 International Marketing (3)

Principles and topics related to international marketing, with emphasis on strategic planning and applications. Pre: BUS 312 or consent.

MKT 372 Marketing for New Ventures (3)

Examines role of marketing in the formation and launch of entrepreneurial ventures within and outside of ongoing businesses. Emphasis on new product development and low cost, high impact marketing activities. Pre: BUS 312 or consent.

MKT 363 Customer Relationship Management (3)

Focuses on the evolving field of customer relationship management. Students learn how to manage marketing information and decision-making systems that maximize customer retention and build long-term relationships. A-F only. Pre: BUS 311, or consent.

MKT 362 Digital Marketing (3)

Provides comprehensive understanding of digital marketing’s growing role in new product development; marketing research; direct sales; and marketing communications. Students learn multiple digital tools for analysis of customer behavior. Real-world projects provide opportunities for application. Pre: BUS 311 and BUS 312, or consent.

MKT 361 Seminar in Marketing (3)

Study and discussion of significant topics and problems in the field of marketing. May be repeated four times with change in topic. Pre: consent and usually senior standing.

MKT 352 Sales and Sales Management (3)

Delves into selling and the sales management process. Through a variety of activities, students experience applying selling techniques, sales planning, recruiting and training salespeople, methods of motivating and compensating, territory management and sales team communications. Pre: BUS 312 or consent.

MKT 351 Professional Selling (3)

Emphasis on selling technique, social-psychological principles of persuasion, and interpersonal communication. Lecture, discussion, and application of relevant principles and techniques. A-F only. Pre: BUS 312 or consent.

MKT 341 Retailing Management (3)

Analysis of opportunities and challenges in physical and digital retailing management: physical layout and digital design; merchandise planning; organizational forms; expense analysis; integration of physical/digital programs. Pre: BUS 312 or consent.

MKT 332 Integrated Communication Campaigns (3)

Management of integrated marketing communications campaigns. Includes: conducting target market and competitor research, developing creative content and media strategies, production of communication materials and completion of major real world project. Pre: 331 and BUS 312.

MKT 331 Marketing Communications (3)

In-depth coverage of the major communication tools used in marketing such as advertising, sales promotion, public relations and the internet. Emphasis on integrated marketing communications. Pre: BUS 312 or consent.

MKT 321 Marketing Research and Data Analytics (3)

Use of marketing research and marketing management and data analytics to support marketing management. Topics include: the research process; survey design; sampling; measurement; primary data analysis; customer data analytics; and digital media analytics. Pre: BUS 310 and BUS 312, or consent.

MKT 311 Consumer Behavior (3)

Analysis of consumer behavior and motivation; principles of learning, personality, perception, and group influence, with emphasis upon mass communication effects. Pre: BUS 312 or consent. (Cross-listed as PSY 385)

MBIO 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Research for doctoral dissertation. Repeatable unlimited times. Graduate students only. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only.

MBIO 740 Advanced Topics in Quantitative Biology (V)

Reflects faculty expertise and needs for graduate training in quantitative methods for biology, including statistical, computational, and analytic approaches. Format (lecture/lab/discussion) will vary by topic. Repeatable unlimited times. Graduate students only. A-F only.

MBIO 725 Topics in Marine Physiology, Behavior, and Organismal Biology (V)

Lecture, discussion, and/or projects on selected topics related to the physiology, behavior, and biology of marine organisms. Repeatable unlimited times. Graduate students only.

MBIO 720 Topics in Marine Education, Outreach, and Policy (V)

Lecture, discussion, and/or projects on selected topics related to education, outreach, and policy of the marine environment. Repeatable unlimited times. Graduate students only.

MBIO 715 Topics in Marine Conservation Biology (V)

Lecture, discussion, and/or projects on selected topics related to marine conservation biology. Repeatable unlimited times. Graduate students only.

MBIO 710 Topics in Marine Fisheries and Natural Resource Management (V)

Lecture, discussion, and/or projects on selected topics related to marine fisheries and natural resource management. Repeatable unlimited times. Graduate students only.

MBIO 700 Thesis Research (V)

Research for master’s thesis; (F) 1 credit. Repeatable unlimited times. Graduate students only. Satisfactory/ Unsatisfactory only.

MBIO 699 Directed Research (V)

Directed research and reading in various fields of marine biology. Repeatable unlimited times. Graduate students only.

MBIO 691(Alpha) Seminar in Marine Biology (1)

Marine biology topics, literature, and concepts of current interest within one of several active fields considered in detail; (B) general marine biology; (C) marine fisheries and natural resource management; (D) marine conservation biology; (E) marine education, outreach and policy; (F) marine physiology, behavior and organismal biology; (G) marine population biology and ecology; (H) marine community and ecosystem ecology; (I) professional development for marine biologists; (J) seminar at HIMB. Repeatable unlimited times. Graduate students only.

MBIO 611 Introduction to Quantitative Methods in Fisheries Science (4)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Fisheries and population models including growth, stock-recruitment, surplus production, age-structured and size-based, parameter estimation, uncertainty characterization, resampling methods, and scientific computing. Graduate students only. A-F only. Pre: MATH 215 or 216, or MATH 241 or 242, or consent. (Alt. years)

MBIO 604 Current Research in Marine Biology (1)

Discussions with marine biology graduate faculty on current primary literature in marine biology. MBIO majors only. Graduate students only. A-F only. (Spring only)

MBIO 603 Career Skills for Marine Biologists (1)

Introduction to key professional skills including, but not limited to: grant writing, CV preparation, research logistics, data management, reproducible science, peer review, research ethics, publishing, career options, teaching, and professional presentations. MBIO majors only. A-F only. (Fall only)

MAO 402 Fourth-Level Maori II (3)

Continuation of 401. Conducted in Maori. Advanced reading, writing, and conversation. Cultural contemporary and historical topics. Pre: 401 or consent.

MAO 401 Fourth-Level Maori I (3)

Continuation of 302. Conducted in Maori. Advanced reading, writing, and conversation. Cultural contemporary and historical topics. Pre: 302 or consent.

MAO 384 Te Reo Waiata: Maori Language in Song (3)

Survey and analysis of Maori song poetry texts, traditional and contemporary, and their development and performance over time. Pre: 102 or HAW 202, or consent.

MAO 361 Modern Maori Literature and Culture (3)

Survey of modern Maori and Hawaiian literature and culture from the mid-twentieth and early twenty-first centuries. Pre: 261 or consent. (Fall only)

MAO 302 Advanced Maori Language and Culture (3)

Advanced Maori language and culture. Pre: 301. (Spring only)

MAO 301 Advanced Maori Language and Culture (3)

Advanced Maori language and culture. Pre: 202, no waiver. (Fall only)

MAO 261 Maori Literature and Culture (3)

Survey of literature concerning myths, traditions, poetry and song as well as contemporary literature (in English) relating to the Treaty of Waitangi, Maori prophetic sayings. Students who have previously taken this course as PACS 492 may not take this course. Pre: consent.

MAO 202 Intermediate Maori II (3)

Continuation of 201. Meets three hours weekly. Pre: 201.

MAO 201 Intermediate Maori I (3)

Continuation of 102. Meets three hours weekly. Pre: 102.

MAO 102 Beginning Maori II (3)

Continuation of 101. Meets three hours weekly. Pre: 101.

MAO 101 Beginning Maori I (3)

Listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar. Meets three hours weekly.

MGT 799 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Reading and research in an area of management under the direction of faculty member(s). Repeatable unlimited times for PhD students. A-F only. Pre: PhD student status in international management or consent.

MGT 704 PhD Seminar–Corporate Strategy and International Business (3)

Objectives include: explore research topics in corporate strategy and international business, examine conceptual and empirical literature on management of the multinational corporation, and prepare students for comprehensive examination. A-F only. Pre: PhD student status in international management or consent.

MGT 701 Cross-Cultural Management (3)

Provides tools to compare and contrast management practices across nations and to examine the role of culture in shaping those practices. A-F only. Pre: PhD student status in international management or consent.

MGT 688 Health Policy, Systems, and the Legal Environment (3)

Covers health care policy topics including: analyzing health service needs, access, use, disparities; health professional supply; policy issues for health organizations; health care financing policy; health law/ethical issues. A-F only. Pre: BUS 622 and BUS 627. (Alt. years)

MGT 681 Asian/Pacific Entrepreneurship (3)

Innovative ventures, issues related to noticing opportunities, conceptualizing and developing a business model, starting and growing a new venture with specific emphasis on the Asian/Pacific region. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Once a year)

MGT 680 Entrepreneurship for Science and Technology (3)

Recognizing and screening technology opportunities, the commercialization process, intellectual property acquisition, business model related to high technology strategies needed for growth in high tech firms. A-F only. Pre: 645 or consent. (Once a year)

MGT 671 International Strategic Management (3)

Analysis of the strategic management of firms engaged in multinational business including specific content on Asia. Permits students to focus on specific countries such as China and Japan. A-F only. (Spring only)

MGT 670 (Alpha) International Management and Industrial Relations (3)

Selected topics in international management and industrial relations: (B) Chinese management systems; (C) Japanese management systems; (D) management of multinational corporations; (F) contemporary issues in international business foreign direct investment; (G) cross-cultural communication in international business; (H) interactive strategies in Asian culture; (I) international human resource management; (J) international joint ventures; (K) international management of technology; (M) Korean management systems; (N) multinational corporation and environmental issues; (O) strategy of the multinational corporation; (P) international transfer of technology. Repeatable four times per alpha. MBA or MAcc students only (except for (D). Pre: consent.

MGT 660 Negotiation (3)

Theory and practice of negotiation. Exploration of appropriate strategies, tactics, and communication techniques. Study of dyadic multi-party, cross-cultural, and assisted negotiations. (Cross-listed as CEE 673)

MGT 651 Corporate Entrepreneurship (3)

Entrepreneurship behavior involving the founding of new business units within established companies; understanding and dealing with barriers to entrepreneurship in corporations; recognizing corporate entrepreneurship opportunities; and learning various approaches organizations can take to increase entrepreneurship. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Once a year)

MGT 650 Management Topics (3)

In-depth analysis of selected current practices and trends in administration. May be repeated four times with change in topic. Pre: consent.

MGT 648 International Business: Environment and Enterprise (3)

Survey of the environment of international business with theory and policy focusing on strategic planning, international management and operational issues confronting the multinational corporations in the global environment. MBA or MAcc students only.

MGT 645 New Venture Management (3)

Technical aspects of entrepreneurship, components and requirements for developing a business plan.

MGT 644 Comparative Management (3)

Cross-cultural analysis of the values and environmental constraints that shape management patterns and policies. Emphasis on Pacific area nations. MBA or MAcc students only.

MGT 643 (Alpha) Advanced Organizational Behavior (3)

(B) experiential learning (EL); (C) organizational development (OD) and major concepts in organizational behavior. MBA or MAcc students only.

MGT 461 Corporate Entrepreneurship (3)

Exploration of the nature and role of entrepreneurship behavior inside larger, established organizations. An examination of obstacles to entrepreneurial activity and approaches to creating work environments that foster entrepreneurship. Pre: 320 or consent.

MGT 460 Asia Pacific Business Systems (3)

Business systems in Asia Pacific countries including Japan, Korea, China, Taiwan, Singapore, and Hong Kong in terms of particular organization strategies and how they relate to the industrial trade policies. Pre: BBA core excluding BUS 345, or consent.

MGT 450 Family Business (3)

The exploration of business, personal, and interpersonal issues associated with a family owned and managed company. Topics include: family psychology and organizational structure, life cycles in family business, strategic family and business planning, succession planning, family business conflict resolution, estate planning, the role of professional managers, and others. This is not a course about how to become an entrepreneur or how to start or manage a business. It is most appropriate for those students who are part of a family that owns and manages a business. Pre: BUS 315 or graduate status, or consent.

MGT 399 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Reading and research in a special area within the major field under direction of faculty member(s). Project must include statement of objectives, outline of activities planned, results expected, and how they are to be reported and evaluated. Must be approved in advance by the department chair and faculty advisor. Repeatable up to six credits.

MGT 348 History of American Business (3)

The evolution of business enterprise from colonial times to the present. Emphasis on entrepreneurship, technological change, labor-management relations, government-business relations, and economic thought. Case studies of industrial development. (Cross-listed as HIST 378)

MGT 345 Entrepreneurial Ventures (3)

Integrative course in entrepreneurship designed around the development of an original business concept and the completion of a comprehensive business plan for a new venture. Intended as final course for students completing entrepreneurship minor. Pre: 320 or consent.

MGT 344 Seminar in Management (3)

In-depth analysis of selected current practices and trends in administration. May be repeated with change in topic. Pre: consent.

MGT 343 Comparative Management Systems: United States and Japan (3)

Similarities and differences in managers, in process of management, and in relevant environmental constraints in Japan and the U.S. Pre: BUS 315.

MGT 342 Multinational Business Management (3)

Introduction to the unique problems and challenges in managing multinational business enterprises. Systems approach to the management process in such multinational firms stressed. Pre: BUS 315.

MGT 341 Behavior in Organizations (3)

Contributions made by sociology, psychology, and related behavioral sciences to the understanding and prediction of human behavior in organizations. Pre: BUS 315.

MGT 320 Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship (3)

Covers the role of new ventures and entrepreneurship in the world economy, the formation, funding, marketing, structure and implementation of business ventures.

LING 800 Dissertation Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

LING 799 Apprenticeship in Teaching Linguistics (V)

Experience-based introduction to college-level teaching; doctoral students serve as student teachers to professors; responsibilities include supervised teaching and participation in planning and evaluation. Repeatable one time. Pre: admission to doctoral program and consent.

LING 770 Areal Linguistics (3)

Structures of languages of various areas of the world; diffusion. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

LING 750 (Alpha) Seminar (3)

Reporting and discussion of current research in linguistics. (E) ethnolinguistics; (F) phonology and phonetics; (G) general; (M) semantics; (Q) language acquisition; (R) written language; (S) sociolinguistics; (X) syntax; (Y) psycholinguistics. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

LING 730 Advanced Laboratory Research (3)

Advanced laboratory methods for research in linguistics. Specialized and/or advanced uses of hardware, software, research designs, and analysis techniques. Specific topic varies: check with department. Combines lecture, laboratory work and discussion. Repeatable four times. Pre: 632 or consent.

LING 720 Language Typology (3)

Language typology deals with how and why the elements of language interact and function. Students acquire a broad overview of this grammatical make-up of languages in general and understanding of FunctionalTypological linguistics. Graduate students only. Pre: 320 and 422 or consent. (Alt. years)

LING 710 Techniques of Language Documentation (3)

Students learn to conduct best practice digital language documentation projects, from equipment purchase to data collection to data annotation to archiving and presentation. Pre: 680 or consent.

LING 700 Thesis Research (V)

Repeatable up to 12 credit hours.

LING 699 Directed Research (V)

CR/NC only. Repeatable unlimited times. Maximum six credit hours. Pre: graduate standing and consent.

LING 680 Introduction to Language Documentation (3)

Covers history, method, and theory behind language documentation, and the role of language endangerment in the field. Discussion on skills required to undertake documentation; topics may vary depending on the emphases of the instructor. Pre: 320 or consent.

LING 670 Developmental Linguistics (3)

Survey of the literature in language acquisition; emphasis on relation to linguistic theory. Pre: 421 and 422, or consent.

LING 646 Issues in Historical Linguistics (3)

Continuation of 645. Addresses advanced topics in historical linguistics that have generated controversy rather than consensus. Pre: 645. Repeatable two times.

LING 645 The Comparative Method (3)

Introduction to historical-comparative linguistics; attention to both Indo-European and languages with few or no written records. Pre: 421 and 422, or consent.

LING 640 (Alpha) Topics in Linguistics (3)

History of the discipline, schools of linguistic thought, current issues, etc. Repeatable unlimited times. (E) English linguistics; (F) phonology and phonetics; (G) general; (H) history of the discipline; (S) sociolinguistics; (X) syntax; (Y) psycholinguistics. Pre: consent.

LING 636 Hawai‘i Sign Language Linguistics: Documentation, Conservation, and Revitalization of HSL (3)

Descriptive information on the phonological, morphological, and syntactic structures and lexicon of Hawai‘i Sign Language (HSL); language skills development in HSL; and guided research related to the documentation, conservation, and revitalization of HSL. Graduate students only. Pre: 320 or consent.

LING 635 Linguistics of Sign Languages (3)

Universals and uniqueness in the phonological, morphological, and syntactic structures of sign languages, taught inductively with emphasis on hands-on analysis. Opportunities exist for skills development in American or Ho Chi Minh City sign languages. Graduate students only. Pre: 320 or consent.

LING 632 Laboratory and Quantitative Research Methods (3)

Laboratory and quantitative methods for research on language. Introduction to hardware, software, research designs, and basic analysis techniques commonly used in quantitative language research. Combines lecture, laboratory work ,and discussion. Pre: graduate standing.

LING 631 Language Data Processing (3)

Preparation of language data for computer processing; use ready-made programs; write simple language processing programs using SNOBOL4. Applications to student’s research. Pre: 421 and 422, or consent.

LING 630 Field Methods (3)

Work with native speakers of lesser-known languages to develop techniques for data collection and analysis. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: 421 and 422 and one of 621 or 622; or consent.

LING 624 Discourse and Grammar (3)

Usage-based examination of grammar in the context of spontaneous spoken language, including the role of discourse on synchronic and diachronic grammatical structure, discourse in interaction, and discourse in language documentation. Pre: 622 (or concurrent) or consent.

LING 623 Semantics and Pragmatics (3)

Ways in which the interpretation of sentences in natural language depends upon the literal meaning of propositions and their logical (semantic) and conversational (pragmatic) inferences. Pre: 422 or consent.

LING 622 Grammar (3)

Grammatical theory and problems of analysis. Pre: 422 or consent.

LING 621 Phonology (3)

Phonological theory and problems of analysis. Pre: 421 or consent. (Fall only)

LING 619 Practical Exercises in Data Science for Linguistic Research (1)

Exercises in data science for linguistic research. Repeatable one time. Pre: 421 or 422, or consent.

LING 618 Data Science for Linguistic Research (2)

Introduction to data science for linguistic research. Repeatable one time. Pre: 421 or 422, or consent.

LING 617 Language Acquisition and Language Revitalization (3)

Provides training relevant to the study and revitalization of heritage languages and endangered languages. Pre: 320 or equivalent.

LING 615 The Nature of Language (3)

Language as a communication system, current theories of grammar, meaning, sociolinguistics, linguistic change and comparison.

LING 611 Acoustic and Auditory Phonetics (3)

Principles of acoustics and audition as they relate to speech sounds, use of computer-based analysis tools to investigate acoustic properties of speech. Pre: 421 or consent.

LING 499 Directed Research (V)

Repeatable up to 3 credits. CR/NC only. Pre: consent.

LING 470 Children’s Speech (3)

Child language acquisition, language milestones, multilingualism. Relation of cognitive development to language development. Emphasis on developing research skills, with an emphasis on written communication. Pre: 320. 

LING 451 Induction of Linguistic Structure (3)

Phonological and grammatical structures of a previously uncodified language are determined by linguistic analysis of data obtained from speakers of the language. Pre: 102 or 320, or consent.

LING 445 Polynesian Language Family (3)

Introduction to the language family of Hawaiian, Samoan, Tahitian, Tongan, etc.; models of migration and settlement and linguistic evidence; subgrouping and reconstruction of Proto-Polynesian; linguistic characteristics of present-day languages; language endangerment and conservation in Polynesia. Pre: 320 with a grade of B or better, or consent.

LING 441 Meaning (3)

Theories of how literal and figurative language encode meaning and processes of meaning encoding and decoding. Open to non-majors. Pre: 102, 320, ICS 111, or PSY 100; or consent.

LING 431 Computational Modeling (3)

Hands-on introduction to modeling language. Focuses on connectionism, relations between language perception,and motor control. Requires no programming experience. Open to non-majors. Pre: 102, 320, ICS 111, or PSY 100; or consent.

LING 430 Animal Communication (3)

Investigates animal communication from the perspective of modern linguistics. Dispels common misconceptions about “talking animals” and shows how the cognitive, biological, and environmental needs and opportunities of animals determine what and how they communicate. Pre: 102 or consent.

LING 423 Cognitive Linguistics (3)

Conceptual systems and language from a cognitive science perspective. Linguistic evidence on conceptual structure, reasoning, categorization, and understanding. Open to non-majors. Pre: 102, 320, ICS 111, or PSY 100; or consent.

LING 422 Introduction to Grammatical Analysis (3)

Syntactic analysis and grammatical theory. Pre: 320 or consent.

LING 421 Introduction to Phonological Analysis (3)

Phonological analysis and theory. Pre: 410.

LING 420 Morphology (3)

Theory of word structure; analysis of a variety of morphological types. Pre: 320 (or concurrent) or consent.

LING 416 Language as a Public Concern (3)

How does language serve as a proxy for larger social questions? Focuses on four main themes: language revitalization, discrimination on the basis of accent, gender miscommunication and the English Only Movement. A-F only. Pre: 102 or 320 or consent.

LING 415 Language and Gender (3)

The role of language in the construction of gender and in the maintenance of the gender order. Field projects explore hypotheses about the interaction of language and gender. No previous knowledge of linguistics required. A-F only. (Cross-listed as ANTH 413)

LING 414 Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology (3)

Introduction to the ethnographic study of speech and language. Pre: ANTH 152. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as ANTH 414 and IS 414)

LING 412 Psycholinguistics (3)

The mental processes involved in producing, understanding, and acquiring language. Students will conduct a small psycholinguistic experiment. Open to non-majors. Pre: one of 102, 320, or PSY 100; or consent.

LING 410 Articulatory Phonetics (3)

Intensive training in recognition, reproduction, and recording of human speech sounds; preparation for fieldwork with unrecorded languages and for clinical work in speech pathology.

LING 347 Pidgin and Creole Languages (3)

Nature, history, structure, and geographic distribution of pidgins and creoles. Pre: 102 or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as IS 347)

LING 346 The Philippine Language Family (3)

Introduction; phonological and grammatical systems; historical developments; emphasis on Filipino, Cebuano, and Ilokano. Pre: grade of B or better in 102 or 320 and experience with a Philippine language, or consent.

LING 344 Languages of the World (3)

Survey of major language families; typological classification and language universals; writing systems, “contact” languages. Variety of grammatical structures illustrated by selected languages. Pre: 320 or consent.

LING 331 Computer Applications (3)

Background; uses for machine translation, dictionary programs, speech synthesis, grammar modeling, etc. Pre: 320 (or concurrent) or consent.

LING 320 General Linguistics (3)

Introduction to the formal analysis of language, focusing on phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, historical linguistics, language acquisition, and related topics.

LING 201 Language Documentation for NonLinguists (2)

Provides training in the fundamentals of language documentation and conservation for non-linguists. Repeatable two times. CR/NC only. Pre: proficiency in a lesser studied language and consent.

LING 170 The Language of Children (3)

Survey of findings about the child’s acquisition of language.

LING 150 (Alpha) Language in Hawai‘i and the Pacific (3)

Introduction to the study of language and language-related issues, with a focus on Hawai‘i and the Pacific; (B) unit mastery; (C) lecture discussion with focus on writing as a grading criterion. A-F only. 

LING 123 Logic and Language (3)

Introduces logic as a way of understanding the meanings of everyday words and sentences, as well as the inferences that humans draw from them. Topics include propositional logic, first-order logic, elementary set theory, and relations.

LING 120 Language as a Window to the Mind (3)

Introduction to language-related phenomena, which gives insight into the organization of the human mind. Combines lecture, discussion and group projects.

LING 105 Language Endangerment, Globalization, and Indigenous Peoples (3)

Focus on language endangerment and globalization. Students are introduced to case studies on language endangerment from around the world and throughout history. Offered through the distance-learning Unit Mastery program. A-F only.

LING 103 Language and Symbolic Reasoning (3)

Introduction to language as a formal symbolic system and to the techniques of analysis and reasoning that reveal its workings. A-F only.

LING 102 Introduction to the Study of Language (3)

Non-formal introduction to language, emphasizing the everyday use of language, its relevance to contemporary issues in society, and local language issues. Content studied through lecture, readings, and writing; emphasis on writing as a grading criterion

LIS 701 Seminar in International Librarianship (3)

International and comparative librarianship; professional organizations; comparative methodology; research; periodicals; international agencies; influence of literacy and social, cultural, political factors.

LIS 700 Thesis Research (V)

Research for master’s thesis. Repeatable nine times.

LIS 699 Directed Reading and/or Research (V)

Individualized program of directed reading and/ or research outside the scope of regularly titled courses. Enrollment requires approval before end of previous semester, with specification of goals, work requirements, number of credits, rationale. Repeatable unlimited times, credit earned up to six credits.

LIS 696 Practicum School Librarianship (V)

Skill development and application of academic study through observation and practice in a fieldwork program with accompanying seminar. Required for school library certification in Hawai‘i. Repeatable one time, up to six credits. LIS majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 12 credits in LIS degree program and consent of practicum coordinator required.

LIS 694 Special Topics in Information Technology (3)

Includes issues of topical interest in information technology. Concentrates on one major topic of current interest, such as digital archives, content management systems and informatics. Some topics may require prior background or knowledge. Repeatable unlimited times if course content is different.

LIS 693 Special Topics in Information Studies (3)

Includes issues of topical interest in the information professions. Concentrates on one major topic of current interest, such as services for specific groups and special collections. Some topics may require prior background or knowledge. Repeatable unlimited times if course content is different.

LIS 691 Masters Seminar (3)

Seminar for graduating students focused on the refinement and completion of the culminating portfolio and preparation for professional practice. Peer mentoring and student presentations. MLISc degree Plan B required course. CR/NC only.

LIS 690 Internship (V)

Field experience in library or information agency settings with supervision of professional librarians or information specialists. Available to classified students only. Selection based on academic advisor approval, application form, interview and possession of required competencies. Students must apply and be accepted before registration. Selection is by agency. Repeatable up to six credits. CR/NC only. Pre: 601 and consent.

LIS 686 Information Literacy and Learning Resources (3)

Process approach to teaching information retrieval, analysis, and use. Emphasizes concepts, practices ineffective instructional design, selection of resources that meets learning needs. Required for Librarian HDOE licensure. A-F only. (Cross-listed as EDCS 686 and LTEC 686)

LIS 683 Services in Public Libraries (3)

Planning and implementing services and programming in public and school libraries. Trends, issues, networking, public relations, outreach, competencies, services for the disabled and other special groups.

LIS 682 Books and Media for Young Adults (3)

History and criticism of literature for young adults. Contemporary books and media. Trends in media for young adults. Developmental needs and interests of adolescents. Selection and evaluation. Research studies.

LIS 681 Books and Media for Children (3)

History and criticism of children’s literature. Contemporary books and media. Trends in book publishing and media production. Developmental needs and interests of children. Selection and evaluation. Research studies.

LIS 677 Human Dimension in Information Systems (3)

Lecture/discussion on human element in information systems, including physical, cognitive and affective behavior in interaction with information systems. Information retrieval, human-computer interaction and cognitive science research, quantitative and qualitative research methods. Research component. Pre: consent.

LIS 676 Creating Digital Libraries (3)

Principles, techniques, and technologies supporting the creation of user-centered digital libraries. Selection, organization, maintenance, access, and retrieval of digital collections. A-F only. Graduate students only.

LIS 674 Database Design and Creation (3)

Designing and creating textual and/or directory databases from the viewpoint of information specialists and content providers. Needs analysis, file design, record content and structuring, software choice. Students implement prototype database. Pre: consent.

LIS 673 Media Technology and Resources (3)

Overview of the use of media technology and the development of media collections and services in libraries. Use and integration of new emerging technologies, including problems and issues.

LIS 672 Technology for Libraries and Information Centers (3)

Survey of theories, concepts, methods and practices relating to the application of information technology to support the administration and use of information resources. Includes digital, printed and audiovisual materials. Pre: consent.

LIS 665 Digital Instruction (3)

Study and application of principles and practices that influence digital instruction related to information literacy in libraries and other information environments. Focus on application of instructional design and standards-based outcome assessment. Field research component.

LIS 662 Asian Informatics (3)

Lecture/discussion on the transformative effects of information and communication technologies in East Asia. Topics include media, mobile devices, social media, publishing, e-government, and e-commerce. A-F only. Graduate students only.

LIS 661 Informatics (3)

Sociotechnical concepts and processes underlying information systems, services, and use. A-F only. Graduate students only.

LIS 658 Archival and Special Collections Management (3)

Management of archives, manuscript collections, and special collections using approaches and best practices from archival studies. Topics include management theory, appraisal theory, facilities issues, privacy, intellectual property, records management, advocacy, fundraising, reference, and educational outreach. Graduate standing only. A-F only.

LIS 657 Records Management (3)

Management of records in all media formats. Selection of media format based on government and internal records requirements. Problems associated with electronic media such as legality and shelf life.

LIS 656 Moving Image Archives (3)

Principles and technologies of processing, preservation, and accessibility of archival audiovisual materials in moving image archives. Topics include moving image repositories, critical analysis of archival footage, format identification, digitization strategies, equipment, and vendor considerations. A-F only. Graduate students only.

LIS 655 Digital Archives (3)

The role of technology in archival theory and practice. Topics include digital preservation, authenticity assessment, arrangement and description, content management, and access systems. A-F only. Graduate students only.

LIS 654 Records, Archives and Memory (3)

Introduction to records, archives, and memory including the global history and nature of records, archives, and the archival profession. Topics include cultural memory, ethics and values, tribal and indigenous records, archival theory, practice and perspectives.

LIS 651 Archival Arrangement and Description (3)

Principles and techniques for arrangement and description of archival materials. Topics include basic metadata standards, authority sources, record context, series identification, scope and content.

LIS 650 Management of Libraries and Information Centers (3)

Theories and principles of administration for effective management of libraries and information centers, with emphasis on planning, resource allocation, team skills, project management, assessment, leadership, outreach, and advocacy.

LIS 648 Government Documents (3)

Survey of government documents at the federal, state/local and international levels in all formats. Covers methods of acquisition and organization, including depository arrangements. Current issues of government information dissemination policies and practices discussed. Pre: 601 or consent.

LIS 645 Asian Research Materials and Methods (3)

Literature of Asia in Western and Asian languages; bibliography, reference tools, research methods, sources, published and archival repositories. Repeatable one time. (Cross-listed as ASAN 705)

LIS 641 Digital Librarianship (3)

Lecture with demonstrations to introduce the essential types of digital resources and the software tools for finding high quality and relevant information efficiently from digital journal archives and reference databases. Pre: 601 or consent.

LIS 635 Traditional Literature and Oral Narration (3)

Analysis of traditional literature including Asian and Pacific Island resources. Selection and evaluation of traditional literature emphasizing cultural values. Introduction to oral tradition, history and techniques of storytelling.

LIS 634 Multicultural Resources for Diverse User Groups (3)

Examines resources and materials targeted for diverse user populations in libraries and community organizations, locally and globally. Surveys issues and trends related to diversity initiatives affecting the publishing industry, libraries, and cultural institutions worldwide. A-F only. Graduate students only.

LIS 633 Indigenous Librarianship (3)

Development and delivery of information services with and for indigenous communities. Issues include cultural protocols, traditional knowledge organization and ethics of access. A-F only. Graduate students only.

LIS 631 Introduction to Hawai‘i and Pacific Librarianship (3)

Overview of resources and issues concerning librarianship in Hawai‘i and the Pacific Islands. Reference strategies and materials to answer common research questions, collection development, and management issues. A-F only. Graduate students only.

LIS 630 Community Engagement (3)

Explores how information professionals in libraries and other settings collaborate with community members and organizations. Provides an overview of theory and practice emphasizing critical analysis of policies, services, and trends. Required course for CALIS. A-F only. (Alt. years)

LIS 619 Preservation Management (3)

Introduction to preservation management. Focus on management strategies for preservation of materials in libraries and archives. Covers preservation planning, condition surveys, disaster planning, grantsmanship, and basic issues relating to deterioration. LIS majors only.

LIS 615 Collection Management (3)

Principles and issues of collection management and care. Criteria and tools for selecting and deselecting materials. Relationships with publishers/producers.

LIS 614 Navigating Information Organizations (3)

Principles of effective management of information organizations, with emphasis on organizational information flows, team skills, communication, planning, resource allocation, assessment, outreach, and advocacy. Graduate students only. A-F only.

LIS 612 History of Information (3)

History of the recording, preservation, and transmission of knowledge. Development of libraries and other information organizations as instruments of cultural transmission.

LIS 611 Intellectual Freedom (3)

Seminar surveying the core philosophical principles and practices of intellectual freedom with special application to librarianship and information sciences. LIS majors only. A-F only. Pre: departmental approval. (Alt. years)

LIS 610 Foundations of the Information Professions (3)

Lecture/discussion/survey of the information professions, development of professional identity, professional values and ethics, historical development, current issues in the information professions.

LIS 605 Metadata Creation for Information Organization (3)

Theory and practice of metadata creation for organization of information resources, cataloging code for resource description and access, Library of Congress and Dewey Decimal Classification schemes, use of OCLC.

LIS 602 Resource Discovery (3)

Techniques and strategies for discovery of information resources from professional online databases and the Web. Query formulation and use of advanced functions to match retrieved resources with user needs for research and reference work. A-F only. Graduate students only. Pre: 601.

LIS 601 Introduction to Reference and Information Services (3)

Philosophy, principles, and practice of reference services in libraries, information centers and information literacy. Bibliographic control, reference research, reference interview, online searching, evaluation of bibliographic and Webliographic material. Field component. MLISc degree required course.

LIS 591 Library and Information Studies Workshop (V)

Designed for in-service librarians and other information specialists needing to update their professional skills, focus on a particular topic, or learn new approaches and concepts. Repeatable for credit. Credits earned in these courses cannot be applied for graduate degrees.

LTEC 800 Dissertation Research (1)

Research for doctoral dissertation. Repeatable five times. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only.

LTEC 781 Advanced Qualitative Analysis in LTEC (3)

Advanced research methods focused on management and analysis of qualitative data using
technology. Reviews of different qualitative designs, data types, analytical methods, and software. Focused study of one qualitative design. Includes independent research project. Repeatable one time. EDUC, LTEC PhD majors only. A-F only. Pre: 667 or graduate level qualitative research course. (Summer only)

LTEC 780 Mixed Methods Research Design (3)

Mixed methods research is designed for PhD and masters students in education and social sciences considering combining qualitative and quantitative research. Covers philosophical and practical implications culminating in a mixed methods dissertation/thesis proposal. Repeatable one time. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as EDCS 780 and DIS 780)

LTEC 760 Seminar in Educational Technology Theory (3)

Doctoral level seminar for advanced students examining the theoretical foundations of research in the learning sciences and technology. Repeatable unlimited times. LTEC PhD majors only. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Once a year)

LTEC 750 (Alpha) Seminar in Educational Technology Issues (3)

Study and discussion of significant topics and problems. (B) instructional development; (C) online communities; (D) the future; (E) research. Repeatable unlimited times. LTEC PhD majors only. A-F only. Pre: consent.

LTEC 705 Special Topics in Educational Technology (3)

Issues of topical interest in educational technology. Concentrates on a topic of current interest, including the new technologies for learning and teaching, and innovative strategies for design and delivery of instruction. Repeatable unlimited times. LTEC majors only. A-F only.

LTEC 701 Instructional Design Studio (3)

Covers multiple instructional design models within the context of theory and research. Studio approach to focus on facilitating learning and improving performance by creating, using, and managing appropriate technological processes and resources. LTEC PhD majors only. Graduate students only. A-F only.

LTEC 700 Thesis Research (V)

Research for master’s thesis. Repeatable nine times.

LTEC 699 Directed Reading and/or Research (V)

Individual reading and/or research. Repeatable for 3 credit hours maximum each time. Pre: LTEC major or consent.

LTEC 692 Practicum in E-learning (3)

Practicum in e-learning in academic or non-academic settings, under close supervision, plus regular class meetings. Repeatable three times. LTEC majors only or consent. A-F only.

LTEC 690 Seminar in Technology Leadership (3)

Supervised activity in application of research in learning design and technology to teaching/training experiences. Repeatable three times. LTEC majors only and consent. A-F only.

LTEC 689 LTEC Training and Evaluation Practicum (3)

Practicum in educational technology training and evaluation in formal and informal settings, under close supervision, plus class meetings in hybrid format. Repeatable unlimited times. LTEC majors only or consent. Pre: instructor consent.

LTEC 687 Learning Design Studio (3)

Practicum in instructional design, development, and technology in academic and non-academic settings, under close supervision, plus regular class meetings in seminar format. Repeatable three times. LTEC majors only or consent. A-F only.

LTEC 686 Information Literacy and Learning Resources (3)

Process approach to teaching information retrieval, analysis, and use. Emphasizes concepts, practices ineffective instructional design, selection of resources that meets learning needs. Required for Librarian HDOE licensure. A-F only. Pre: LTEC majors or consent. (Cross-listed as EDCS 686 and LIS 686)

LTEC 682 Cognition and Technology (3)

Interdisciplinary course that introduces a range of empirical research examining aspects of cognition such as attention, memory and learning, and how technologies can enhance and/or hinder these cognitive processes. Repeatable 3 times. A-F only.

LTEC 676 Social and Ethical Issues in Educational Technology (3)

Examination of social and ethical issues as they relate to technology in instructional settings. Focus on social justice and societal impact. A-F only. Pre: LTEC major or consent.

LTEC 674 (Alpha) Technical Issues in Educational Technology (3)

Applying theory of management in instructional technology support services and delivery systems. (B) management; (C) systems; (D) networks. A-F only. Pre: LTEC major or consent.

LTEC 673 Designing Online Learning (3)

Planning, needs assessment, standards and learning theory applied to the design of online learning and assessment plans. LTEC majors only or consent.

LTEC 672 Distance Education Technology (3)

Technical and instructional considerations for developing, delivering, managing, and evaluating distance education including voice, video, print, hypermedia and data transmissions. Pre: LTEC major or consent.

LTEC 668 Quantitative Research in Educational Technology (3)

Application of methodological and statistical concepts in a projects-based classroom framework. Formative and summative evaluation, measurements, descriptive, and inferential statistics. LTEC PhD majors only. EDUC PhD majors only with consent. A-F only.

LTEC 667 Qualitative Research in Educational Technology (3)

Introduction to qualitative research traditions and designs. Emphasis will be on the use of digital technologies in data collection and analysis. LTEC PhD majors only. EDUC PhD majors only with consent. A-F only. (Once a year)

LTEC 665 Research Design: Multiple Methods and Traditions (3)

Explores research methods used in educational technology with a focus on developing a design for dissertation research. Emphasis is on the use of digital technologies in data collection and analysis. LTEC PhD majors only. A-F only. Graduate students only.

LTEC 662 Assessment and Evaluation in Educational Technology (3)

Evaluation and assessment processes, sources, and instruments applicable to systematic appraisal of learning with technology. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: LTEC major or consent.

LTEC 661 Design Thinking for Creative Problem Solving (3)

Using real-world problems, students learn an agile design and problem-solving process that is human-centered, iterative, and cultivates individual and group creativity. Repeatable three times. A-F only.

LTEC 654 Programming for Games and Simulations (3)

Project-based exploration of the breadth of programming in the context of educational games and simulations. A-F only. Pre: LTEC major or consent.

LTEC 652 (Alpha) Authoring E-learning Environments (3)

Conceptualization of instructional design and its application to the development for e-learning environments: (B) assisted instruction (CAI); (C) managed instruction; (D) virtual reality; (E) animation. Repeatable two times. LTEC majors only or consent. A-F only.

LTEC 651 Interactive Multimedia Production (3)

The utilization and application of advanced authoring tools, combining video, animation, graphics, and sound to develop student-centered learning. Primarily for advanced LTEC students. LTEC majors only or consent.

LTEC 647 (Alpha) Learning with Emerging Technologies (3)

Exploration and evaluation of new tools and strategies for teaching and learning. (B) mobile learning; (C) free/open software; (D) educational games and simulations; (E) critical trends. Repeatable one time per alpha. A-F only. Pre: LTEC major or consent. (Fall only for (B) and (D)) (Spring only for (C) and (E))

LTEC 643 Educational Technology in Informal Learning Environments (3)

Exploring the nature, application, and use of educational technology in informal learning environments, such as museums, cultural institutions, tourist attractions, and visitor information centers. Focusing on the analysis, selection, and development of various media choices. A-F only. Pre: LTEC major or consent.

LTEC 642 Facilitating E-learning Communities (3)

Exploration of tools and design considerations for effective online communication and development of learning communities. Pre: LTEC major or consent

LTEC 641 Emerging Technologies for K-12 Teaching (3)

Exploration and impact of emerging technologies in K-12 classroom teaching and learning and ramifications of these technologies on administrative structure of schools. A-F only. LTEC majors only or consent.

LTEC 632 Developing Online Learning (3)

Design and development of online instruction for educational and training settings. Implementation of online course elements and strategies for content delivery, course management, student interaction, course evaluation and assessment of student learning. Repeatable one time. LTEC majors only or consent. A-F only. Pre: 673 or consent.

LTEC 623 Digital Video Design (3)

Development and utilization of digital video for the purpose of improving the teaching-learning process. A-F only. Pre: LTEC major or consent.

LTEC 622 E-learning Theory and Design (3)

Principles of e-learning theory as well as design and development for instruction. Application to new media and web authoring. Repeatable one time. Pre: LTEC majors or consent. A-F only.

LTEC 620 Visual Design (3)

Theory and practice involved in planning educational/instructional graphic and photographic material for print and computer-based media. LTEC majors only or consent. A-F only.

LTEC 613 Instructional Design and Development (3)

Basic concepts and techniques of instructional design and development, for application to solving instructional problems in real-life situations. A-F only. Pre: LTEC major or consent.

LTEC 612 Introduction to Online Learning (3)

Introduction to principles of online learning and their application in formal and informal instructional settings. LTEC majors only or consent. A-F only.

LTEC 611 Educational Technology Research and Evaluation (3)

Review of existing research in media/ed technology, with activities leading to the preparation of final study or project proposal. Repeatable one time. LTEC majors only or consent. A-F only.

LTEC 602 Innovations in Educational Technology (3)

Innovative technological advances and new media in the field of educational technology and their application in instruction. A-F only. Pre: LTEC major or consent.

LTEC 600 Theory and Practice in Educational Technology (3)

The profession of educational technology and the role of instructional designers. Theoretical and philosophical foundations underlying practice that include instructional systems theory, needs assessment, change theory, and relevant learning models. Practical applications of these theories to solve instructional problems in real-life settings. A-F only. Pre: LTEC major or consent.

LTEC 514 Professional Development Education Technology IV (3)

Specialized topics reflecting interests and needs of faculty in current issues of technology integration. Combined lecture, lab and discussion course. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

LTEC 513 Professional Development Education Technology III (3)

Specialized topics reflecting interests and needs of faculty in current issues of technology integration. Combined lecture, lab and discussion course. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

LTEC 512 Professional Development Education Technology II (3)

Specialized topics reflecting interests and needs of faculty in current issues of technology integration. Combined lecture, lab and discussion course. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

LTEC 511 Professional Development Education Technology I (3)

Specialized topics reflecting interests and needs of faculty in current issues of technology integration. Combined lecture, lab and discussion course. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

LTEC 502 PDET: Technology Skills for Educators (2)

Exploring technology resources needed for integration into classroom instruction. Repeatable one time. CR/NC only.

LTEC 501 Professional Development in Educational Technology: Technology Skills for Educators (1)

Exploring technology resources needed for distance learning and classroom integration. Repeatable two times.

LTEC 499 Directed Activity (V)

Individual work, supervised by instructor. May consist of reading, research, and/or projects. Repeatable two times, up to six credits. Pre: consent.

LTEC 448 Social Media: Links to Lifelong Learning (3)

Exploration of social media and effects on individuals, communities, and world. Analysis and evaluation of impacts and ethical implications of social media, with emphasis on writing. Includes service learning and research project. Pre: upper division standing (junior or higher).

LTEC 442 Technology in Education (3)

Planning and implementation of computer systems and applications for effective integration into classroom settings. Emphasis is on methods and strategies for using digital technologies to enhance standards-based learning by K-12 students. Pre: upper division standing.

LTEC 430 Video Technology (3)

Overview of video uses in educational contexts. Includes video planning, production, and simple editing procedures, as well as selection, evaluation, and integration into learning plans. Pre: upper division standing.

LTEC 415 Technology for Teachers (3)

Introduction to the application of educational technology in teaching and learning using strategies in design, selection, development, integration, and evaluation. Interactive delivery via distance education technologies. A-F only. Pre: basic teaching certification.

LTEC 414 Educational Media Technology (3)

Introduction to educational technology theory and practice with an emphasis on meaningful integration of technology and media into a variety of face-to-face and online learning environments for diverse populations. A-F only. Pre: upper division standing.

LTEC 113 Technologies for Academic Success– Business (1)

Virtual and hands-on analysis of technology resources and utilization in learning with an emphasis on business education. A-F only. Pre: 112 (or concurrent).

LTEC 112 Technologies for Academic Success (3)

Virtual and hands-on analysis of technology resources and utilization in learning.

LWUL 502 American Legal Systems II (V)

Introduces conceptual and historical foundations of systems of public and private ordering in the U.S. and its territories. Subjects include federalism, constitutional democracy, separation of powers, and the common law. Repeatable one time. CR/NC only.

LWUL 501 American Legal Systems (V)

Introduces foundational concepts in American legal systems. Engages students in legal analysis and techniques of legal advocacy. Repeatable one time. CR/NC only. Pre: Ulu Lehua Scholars only.

LWPA 596 International Intellectual Property (V)

Primer on the World Intellectual Property Organization and the treaties it administers. Will explore the various international legislative and judicial developments in intellectual property as well as analyze international methods to harmonize several regional and national laws to protect rights in trademarks, patents, and copyrights. Students will be exposed to issues of territoriality and jurisdiction, international antitrust issues, and international dispute resolution, and human rights implications of international intellectual property rights protections. Pre: LAW 535.

LWPA 594 Pacific Islands Legal Systems (V)

Study of substantive rules of one or more Pacific Islands jurisdictions, development of legal systems, relationship of legal systems to culture and tradition.

LWPA 590 International Economic Law (V)

Problem-based course teaches theory and practice of interrelated global private regulation and public development consequences, as situated in cross-border transactions and dispute resolution in world law, international investment law, and international financial law.

LWPA 588 International Human Rights Advocacy (V)

Applying international human rights law and legal skills to promote and protect human rights by way of United Nations Charter-based human rights mechanism, treaty-based mechanism, or other international human rights institutions.

LWPA 587 Comparative Law (V)

Introduction to the civil law tradition, particularly as exemplified by the legal systems of East and Southeast Asia. After a brief review of comparative law study and the historical development of the civil law, the course will examine the structure and role of the courts, judicial process, the legal profession and constitutional law and administrative law in Western Europe and in the Asian civil law countries.

LWPA 586 Law and Society in China (V)

Overview of the historical foundations of Chinese law and introduction to the present legal system in the People’s Republic of China. Repeatable one time. (Cross-listed as ASAN 686)

LWPA 585 International Law (V)

Evolving process of formulating rules to govern nations and peoples of the world in their attempts to solve problems recognized as requiring global solutions.

LWPA 584 Emerging Hawai‘i Water Issues (V)

Introduction to the legal framework for water resource management in Hawai‘i; case studies illuminate the litigation process and evolution of the public trust, precautionary principle, and other legal, scientific, and policy areas.

LWPA 583 Legal History of Hawai‘i (V)

Designed to acquaint the student with the unique legal history of Hawai‘i, emphasizing particular legal controversies that have shaped the law of our island society. LAW majors only.

LWPA 582 (Alpha) Topics-Native Hawaiian Law (V)

Specific topic areas depend on current developments and issues in Native Hawaiian and Indigenous law in Hawai‘i, the nation, and internationally, and expertise of faculty and visiting faculty. (B) policy and governance; (C) business and economic development; (D) law and culture; (E) Indigenous peoples, (F) Indigenous environment and sustainability. Repeatable up to 9 credits. LAW students only.

LWPA 581 Native Hawaiian Rights (V)

Status and evolution of rights of Native Hawaiians to the land and its usufructs. Potential of utilizing native rights based on statute, custom, and use to develop new and expanded rights.

LWPA 579 International Business Transactions (V)

An examination of the law, rules, and practices relating to transborder commercial transactions. Roughly half of the semester focuses on international sales transactions, the remaining portion focuses on domestic and multinational governance of the international business arena.

LWPA 575 (Alpha) Topics in International Legal Studies (V)

Selected topics presented by faculty members or visiting scholars, focusing upon subjects in the Pacific and Asian area. (B) business; (C) China; (G) global; (H) Philippines; (I) India; (J) Japan; (K) Korea; (P) Pacific; (S) Southeast Asia; (T) Topic 10; (U) Topic 11; (V) Topic 12; (W) Topic 13; (X) Topic 14. LAW majors only for (B) and (H). Repeatable six times for (C), (I), (J), (K), (P), (S), (T), (U), (V), (W), (X); repeatable five times, up to 18 credits for (B), (H); not repeatable for (G).

LWPA 565 Law and Society in Korea (3)

Provides students with an understanding of the law, society, and legal systems in Korea. Areas of law including constitutional, civil, criminal, and business are discussed. Emphasis on South Korea. Law majors only.

LWPA 564 International Criminal Law (3)

Designed to give an understanding of international criminal law. Will review all aspects of international criminal law from substantive international crimes to criminal liability and sentencing by domestic and international tribunals. LAW majors only.

LWPA 556 Asian Comparative Labor Law (V)

Area studies of Asian legal systems and issues, focusing on administration of Asian labor laws in a comparative context. Possible effects on foreign direct investment and foreign migrant contract workers. Comparison of Chinese, Japanese and other legal approaches in dealing with common issues.

LWPA 553 Asian Pacific Insolvency Law (V)

Comparison of corporate insolvency law of selected Asian and Pacific island countries, with a focus on recently enacted laws and pending proposals that have followed the 1997 Asian Financial Crisis. Law students only. Recommended: LAW 515, LAW 554, LAW 562. (Alt. years)

LWPA 514 Law and Society in Japan (V)

An extended historical review of the foundations of Japanese law in society: Japan’s adoption and adaptation of Chinese legal doctrines, continental European legal structures and ideas, and American influences. Consideration of the structure of contemporary law in Japan: a look at the various players in the legal system, some important legal doctrines, and the real-world operation of Japan’s laws today.

LWLM 580 U.S. Legal Research and Writing (V)

Introduction to the basic principles of American legal research and writing. Students review techniques of case and statutory analysis and learn to write a professional legal memoranda and client opinion letters. LL.M. students only.

LWLM 570 Introduction to American Law (V)

General introduction to the fundamental principles and distinctive aspects of the American legal system and its institutions.

LWLW 538 Law Teaching Seminar II (V)

Interdisciplinary seminar uses LP II assignments and additional readings to discover and deliver the theoretical and practical underpinnings of appellate advocacy and negotiation the methodologies used to teach them. Instructor approval required. Repeatable one time. (Spring only)

LWLW 537 Law Teaching Seminar I (V)

Interdisciplinary seminar used LP 1 assignments and additional readings to discover and deliver the theoretical and practical underpinnings of substantive law assignments and the methodology used to teach them. Instructor approval required. Repeatable up to eight credits.

LWLW 530 Law Thesis (V)

Intensive writing that satisfies the law school’s upper division writing requirement and results in advanced law paper of publishable quality, extending over two consecutive semesters of study. Repeatable one time, up to 4 credits. LAW majors only. A-F only.

LWLR 510 (Alpha) Advanced Legal Research (V)

Designed to meet the needs of students who require an advanced course on research in a specific area of law. (E) environmental law research; (F) foreign law research; (H) Hawai‘i law research; (I) international and foreign law research; (P) prepare to practice; (Q) topic 5; (R) topic 6; (S) topic 7; (T) topic 8; (U) topic 9; (V) topic 10. Each alpha repeatable four times, up to 15 credits. LAW students only.

LWLR 505 Scholarly Research Methods (V)

Learn to plan the prewriting process for such scholarly assignments as Second Year Seminar (SYS), writing for law review, moot court competitions, and in any course involving a scholarly approach to research and writing. LAW majors only.

LWLR 501 Legal Research (V)

Provides a theoretical understanding of the process of law making and of developing and implementing a research plan. LAW majors only.

LWJT 546 Asian-Pacific Law Journal (V)

Students selected for the Asian-Pacific Law and Policy Journal editorial board have writing, researching, editorial and production responsibility for publication of the journal. Repeatable five times. CR/NC only.

LWJT 545 Law Review (V)

Students selected for the Law Review editorial board have responsibility for editorial research, writing, and production of the Law Review published by the School of Law. Repeatable four times. CR/NC only.

LWJT 536 (Alpha) Moot Court Team (V)

An honors program for students who prepare for and compete in national advocacy. Travel/registration fees required. (B) Black Law Students Association; (C) client counseling; (D) Hispanic Bar Association; (E) environmental law; (H) Native American; (J) Jessup international; (K) international environmental law; (M) intellectual property; (N) labor; (O) other; (S) space law; (T) trial team. Repeatable one time; up to four credits for (S) and (T). CR/NC only. Pre: selection by competition.

LWEV 593 International Ocean Law (V)

Examination of the history of international ocean law, including comprehensive coverage of modern problems and issues concerning the laws of the sea.

LWEV 592 Domestic Ocean and Coastal Law (V)

Examination of U.S. and Hawai‘i ocean and coastal law covers modern issues concerning the protection and use of the native environment including challenges in Hawai‘i.

LWEV 588 Legal Aspects of Water Resources and Control (V)

Legal aspects of water and water rights with focus on Hawai‘i.

LWEV 582 Environmental Law (V)

Basic statutory law and policy questions and problems concerning the environment. Focus on federal Hawai‘i issues.

LWEV 540 Hazardous Waste Law (V)

Examination of major federal statutes, regulatory and case law, and Hawai‘i counterparts. Policies behind hazardous waste laws and their impact on individuals, community, and businesses.

LWEV 530 Climate Change Law and Policy (V)

Climate change is a core challenge that will influence law and policy well into the future. Students will study climate change science, litigation, law and policy at state, national, and international levels. (Once a year)

LWEV 529 Environmental Litigation Seminar (V)

Seminar on the techniques, law, and strategy involved in federal and state court environmental litigation.

LWEV 528 International Environmental Law (V)

Study of the international regulation of activities and processes used to prevent environmental degradation and to preserve resources of environmental value.

LWEV 527 (Alpha) Topics in Environmental Law (V)

Study of contemporary topics in environmental law to change periodically as to issues and topics. (B) advanced environmental law; (C) regulatory; (D) legislature; (E) policy; (F) judicial. Repeatable six times.

LWEV 512 Environmental Compliance and Regulated Industries (V)

In depth study of the federal and state environmental laws that impact modern businesses and industries, and exploration of the compliance issues that arise under the statutes, regulations, and case law.

LWEV 504 Conservation Transactions (V)

Real estate transactions are an important and growing conservation strategy; examines land transactions within the environment of conservation. (Once a year)

LWEV 503 Wildlife and Natural Resources Law (V)

Seminar covering federal and Hawai‘i laws that govern the management of wildlife resources, with a particular focus on wildlife conflicts arising in Hawai‘i.

LSJD 591 SJD Legal Writing Seminar (V)

Provides SJD students with an overview of fundamentals for academic writing skills and opportunity to improve their writing of dissertations. Repeatable two times, up to 12 credits. LAW students only.

LSJD 590 SJD Legal Scholarship (V)

Provides SJD students with an overview of legal scholarship in a series of related fields. Students will be introduced to different research approaches and areas of legal analysis through presentations by instructor and other faculty. Repeatable two times, up to 12 credits. LAW students only.

LSJD 501 SJD Directed Reading (V)

Individual reading and research for SJD dissertation under supervision of faculty instructors. Repeatable two times, up to 36 credits. LAW students only.

LAW 599 (Alpha) Independent Study (V)

Designed for law students participating in an international exchange program, visiting student program, or independent study while enrolled at UH Mānoa. Student must obtain departmental approval prior to registering. CR/NC only.

LAW 595 Internet Law and Policy (V)

Explores the development and use of new technologies in the global economy, social culture, copyright law, cyberspace, e-commerce, privacy, security, trademarks, domain names, tort liability, criminal activity, speech, and social and ethical issues.

LAW 593 Integrity and Ethics in the Real World (3)

Interactive course addressing important topical ethical issues in areas including the corporate, entertainment, medical, legal, political, education, and sports worlds. Renowned knowledgeable guests will discuss critical issues in their respective fields through panel conversations. LAW majors only. (Summer only)

LAW 590 (Alpha) Workshops and Clinics (V)

(B) Prosecution Clinic; (C) Defense Clinic; (D) Elder Law Clinic; (E) Environmental Law Clinic; (G) Estate Planning Workshop; (H) Legal Aid Clinic; (I) Native Hawaiian Rights Clinic; (J) Family Law Clinic; (K) Entrepreneurship and Small Business Clinic; (M) Mediation Clinic; (N) Lawyering Skills Workshop; (P) Mediation Workshop; (Q) Immigration Clinic; (R) Child Welfare Clinic; (S) Hawai‘i Innocence Project I; (T) Hawai‘i Innocence Project II; (U) Medical Legal Partnership; (W) Advanced Elder Law Clinic (3).
Repeatable one time for (K), (I), and (J); repeatable two times for (W); repeatable three times for (D) and (E); repeatable four times for (H). LAW majors only for (R), (S), (T), (U), and (W). CR/NC only for (N) and (W). Pre: 543 for (C); 561 or LWEV 582 for (E); 568 or consent for (J); 548 for (Q); 590D for (W). (Once a year for (K)) (Alt. years for (U))

LAW 589 Labor and Employment Law (V)

Employment law, statutory rights affecting the employment relation, and alternative contract provisions to secure the parties’ intentions. Focus on the practical application of labor and employment law. Materials relating to the unionized employment relationship. Emphasis on the labor arbitration process and possibly, to issues regarding internal union affairs.

LAW 586 Hawai‘i Legislative Process and Drafting Workshop (V)

Workshop to learn policy development, procedure, legislative drafting, and legislative research skills applicable to Hawai‘i State Legislative process.

LAW 584 Civil Rights (V)

Focuses on the civil rights of Americans and introduces alternative remedies and procedures for securing these rights.

LAW 583 Real Estate Development and Financing (V)

Federal and state laws in the practice of real estate development and financing law. Condominium, securities, subdivision, consumer protection, and mortgage areas.

LAW 580 Land Use Management and Control (V)

Survey course of public land use management. (Cross-listed as PLAN 680)

LAW 576 Directed Study and Research (V)

Individual research and writing under the direction of faculty.

LAW 574 State and Local Government Law and Finance (V)

City, town, county, district governments: administrative organization; regulatory powers; police power; local governmental taxation; relationship between local, state, and federal government.

LAW 573 Jurisprudence (V)

Relationships between the concepts of law and morality with views of legal and moral philosophers.

LAW 572 International Protection of Human Rights (V)

The growing body of international human rights laws, including procedural law and role of nongovernmental organizations.

LAW 571 Federal Courts (V)

An examination of the jurisdiction and law-making powers of the federal courts, standing issues, appellate jurisdiction of the Supreme Court, federal-question and diversity-of-citizenship jurisdiction of the federal district courts, immunities from suit in the federal courts possessed by governmental entities and officers, intervention by federal courts in state proceedings, and choice of law in the federal courts. Particular emphasis on relevant Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. Pre: 533 (or concurrent).

LAW 569 Sales (V)

In-depth study of Uniform Commercial Code, Article 2–domestic sales of goods, including warranties, manner, time and place of performance, buyers’ and sellers’ remedies for breach of contract, limitations of freedom of contract.

LAW 568 Family Law (V)

Legal forms of–and responses to–formation, maintenance, and dissolution of the family. Marriage, annulment, divorce, alimony, separation agreements, child custody and adoption, parentage.

LAW 567 Federal Income Taxation (V)

Surveys the entire federal income tax system, with emphasis on those areas of greatest importance to non-tax lawyers. Students are expected to develop proficiency in the use of the Internal Revenue Code and Treasury Regulations.

LAW 566 Non-Profit Organizations (V)

Examines the meaning, scope, and role of non-profit organizations in contemporary society, and focuses on selected non-tax laws and primary tax issues relevant to non-profits. Law students only. Recommended: 531 and 567. (Once a year)

LAW 565 Securities Regulation (V)

An introduction to American securities regulation and focuses on the registration and reporting process required of public companies as well as securities litigation. Repeatable three times. Recommended: 531.

LAW 564 Pre-Trial Litigation (V)

Theory and practice of civil pre-trial litigation with focus on pleading, discovery, and pre-trial motions. CR/NC only.

LAW 563 Trial Practice (V)

Examination of sequential stages of pre-trial and trial practice in a problem setting. Topics include investigation, pleadings, motions, discovery, voir dire examination, opening statements, direct and cross examination, closing argument, selected evidentiary problems, post-trial motions, and appellate practice. Students engage in simulated exercises, and their work is critiqued. CR/NC only. Pre: 543 or consent.

LAW 562 Debtors’ and Creditors’ Rights (V)

Bankruptcy laws and rules, laws of liens, receiverships.

LAW 561 Administrative Law (V)

Procedure and remedies for resolving controversies between citizens and government officials exercising administrative power.

LAW 560 High Growth Entrepreneurship (V)

An interdisciplinary (JD-MBA) course examining legal, business, and technology issues related to building high growth companies. Student teams develop company feasibility reports and skills necessary to advise or build high growth businesses. Recommended: 531. Law, MBA, and ME students only. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as MGT 653 and ME 680)

LAW 559 Labor Law I (V)

Regulation of union management relations under state and federal laws.

LAW 558 Corporate Finance (V)

Provides an understanding of the basic financial concepts and tools for lawyers with transactional practices, preferred stock, common stock and convertible securities. Pre: 531 (or concurrent) or consent.

LAW 557 Negotiable Instruments, Payment Systems and Credit Instruments (V)

A study of the Uniform Commercial Code provisions that deal with commercial paper (Article 3), bank collections and deposits (Article 4), funds transfers (Article 4A) and letters of credit (Article 5), as well as material on alternative payment systems, including credit cards, electronic fund transfers and related federal law.

LAW 555 (Alpha) Externship (V)

Legal work for judges and attorney supervisors in public agencies, private law firms, and the legislature. (H) Hawai‘i; (P) outside Hawai‘i. Repeatable three times for (H). CR/ NC only. Pre: consent.

LAW 554 Secured Transactions (V)

Introduction to Uniform Commercial Code, particularly Article 9– reducing risk of nonpayment by obtaining an interest in borrowers’ property.

LAW 552 Trusts and Estates (V)

Deals primarily with the disposition of family wealth including: the making of wills; the creation, enforcement, administration, and termination of trusts; and intestate succession, including probate.

LAW 550 Corporate and Partnership Taxation (V)

Examines tax aspects of formation, operation, reorganization, and liquidation of partnerships and corporations.

LAW 549 Admiralty Law (V)

Introduction to U.S. maritime law and admiralty jurisdiction emphasizing development of rules of maritime law and rights of seamen and maritime workers.

LAW 548 Immigration Law (V)

Introduction to U.S. Immigration and Nationality Law: a brief overview of historical development of immigration law; analysis of exclusion and deportation grounds and remedies; the study of both immigrant and nonimmigrant visa applications and petitions. Current law on asylum and refugee applications and U.S. citizenship and naturalization requirements.

LAW 547 Gender: Law and Conflicts (V)

Examines how international law and domestic legal systems address and resolve conflicts regarding women’s rights, gender roles, and gender identity. Takes a comparative approach with emphasis on the Asia-Pacific region. (Cross-listed as PACE 637 and WGSS 647)

LAW 546 (Alpha) Intercession-J Term (V)

January term provides students the opportunity to explore contemporary legal topics with national and international experts. (B) alternative dispute resolution; (C) rule of law; (D) law practice; (E) diversity; (F) access to justice; (G) public law; (H) legal theory; (I) legal practice; (J) rights. Repeatable five times. (Once a year)

LAW 545 Licensing Intellectual Property (V)

Theory and practice of the law relating to the transfer of rights in information and other intangibles are examined together with end user license agreements and the structure and negotiation of upstream licensing mechanisms. Repeatable up to three credits. Pre: 535 or departmental approval. (Once a year)

LAW 544 Race, Culture, and Law (V)

U.S. cases and legal theory emphasizing law in the social construction of racial categories, shifts in race-based anti-discrimination law, and the interaction of culture and law in judicial decision-making.

LAW 543 Evidence (V)

“Objection, your Honor!” This course examines the rules of evidence that govern trials in both federal and Hawai‘i courts and will focus on such topics as hearsay, witness examination, impeachment, physical and demonstrative evidence, expert testimony, writings, relevance, judicial notice, and presumptions.

LAW 542 Advanced Civil Procedure (V)

Addresses various aspects of complex litigation and recent criticism of the civil litigation system itself. Theoretical in emphasis.

LAW 541 Criminal Procedure (V)

Issues of free press and fair trial, illegal search and seizure, arrest and confession, speedy trial, double jeopardy are covered through student interactions as defense or prosecution attorneys and as judges.

LAW 540 Contract Drafting (V)

Hands-on workshop class in drafting contracts, agreement, and similar documents for commercial/business purposes. LAW majors only. Pre: 506, or 509 and 510.

LAW 539 Equitable Remedies (V)

Examines both practice aspects and theoretical underpinnings of equitable remedies. Frequently, compensatory damages cannot adequately protect clients or provide them with the relief they need. Topics include temporary restraining orders, preliminary and permanent injunctions, restitution and unjust enrichment, specific performance, and equitable defenses such as unclean hands, laches, and estoppel. Practice issues concerning appeal, jury trials, and the relationship of equity to law are also explored. Repeatable unlimited times.

LAW 538 Conflict of Laws (V)

Problems respecting the law applicable in transactions or to relationships with elements in more than one state.

LAW 535 Intellectual Property (V)

A study of the law relating to property rights resulting from intellectual effort, including patents, copyright, trademarks, and trade secrets.

LAW 534 Constitutional Law II (V)

Advanced course in constitutional law with special emphasis on rights secured by the First, Fifth, and Fourteenth Amendments to the Constitution of the U.S. Pre: 533.

LAW 533 Constitutional Law I (V)

Introduction to judicial function in constitutional cases, jurisdiction of the U.S. Supreme Court, and discretionary barriers to judicial review.

LAW 532 Health Law (V)

Introduction to medical jurisprudence, medical malpractice, informed consent, health care decisions, medical ethics, the health care industry, managed care, financing health care, and the role of government in health care. LAW majors only; NURS DNP majors only (Cross-listed as NURS 645)

LAW 531 Business Associations (V)

After a brief survey of agency, partnerships, and other forms of business organization, the course will cover the fundamentals of corporations, and securities regulation, including disregarding the corporate entity, management and control of closely held corporations, merger, liability under the federal securities laws, takeovers, public registration, exemptions, and derivative suits.

LAW 530 Second-Year Seminar (V)

Seminar required for spring semester of all second-year law students. Substantial paper required. Topics announced in previous fall semester. Placement by lottery.

LAW 527 Federal Indian Law (V)

Examines Federal Indian Law, including fundamental concepts and the historical evolution of legal doctrines. Considers the implications of Native Hawaiian sovereignty within the framework of Federal Indian Law. (Once a year)

LAW 526 Group Directed Study (V)

Designed for maximum flexibility, this course allows a professor to work with a small number of students on a reading/ discussion project of mutual interest. Repeatable up to 15 credits. Pre: consent.

LAW 525 Legislation and Statutory Interpretation (V)

The interrelationship between the legislative and judicial branches of government is explored through a review of Federal and Hawai‘i law-making processes, direct democracy, legislative drafting, and theories of the legislative process and statutory interpretation.

LAW 524 Advanced Torts and Insurance Law (V)

Advanced study of several areas of tort law and an introduction to insurance law and policy. This course is of considerable importance to students interested in civil litigation and personal injury law. Recent important developments in Hawai‘i tort and insurance law will be included.

LAW 523 Law and Psychology (V)

Approaches psychology as a problem solving tool that can facilitate legal analysis. Covers a variety of areas including jury decision-making, research methodology, social cognition, culture, and behavioral economics, among others. (Once a year)

LAW 522 Torts (V)

Torts cover the statutory and common law of negligence, causation, defenses, damages, strict liability, intentional torts and tort policy and reform, with emphasis on national and Hawai‘i law.

LAW 521 Law, Aging and Medicine (V)

Introduction to basic legal issues at the intersection of law, aging and medicine. Addresses various issues confronting elderly; issues confronting the general population including health care financing, decision-making, and bioethics.

LAW 520 Advanced Legal Studies (V)

Faculty members or visiting scholars present selected topics focusing upon subject areas in their area of specialty or expertise. (B) business law; (C) Constitutional law; (D) criminal law; (E) critical legal; (F) education law; (G) health law; (H) intellectual property law; (I) practice of law; (J) public interest law; (K) topic 10; (M) topic 11; (N) topic 12; (O) topic 13; (P) topic 14; (Q) topic 15; (R) topic 16; (S) topic 17; (T) topic 18; (V) topic 19; (W) topic 20; (X) topic 21; (Y) topic 22; (Z) topic 23. LAW majors only for (X-Z). Alphas B-Q repeatable three times, up to 12 credits; alphas R-Z repeatable three times, up to 16 credits.

LAW 519 Real Property II (V)

Contract of sale, equitable conversion, deed. Pre: 518.

LAW 518 Real Property I (V)

Basic course in property ownership, development, regulation. Emphasis on theory.

LAW 517 Civil Procedure II (V)

Continuation of 516. Pre: 516.

LAW 516 Civil Procedure I (V)

Study of pre-trial, trial, and appellate procedures in the federal and Hawai‘i courts.

LAW 515 Business Reorganization in Bankruptcy (V)

Examination of the rights and remedies available to a failing business and its creditors when the business seeks to reorganize its business and financial affairs under chapter 11 of the federal bankruptcy code. The course is structured as a “practicum,” which tracks a single business through restructuring and emphasizes the practical and strategic aspects of lawyering. Recommended: 562.

LAW 514 Children, Parents and the Law (V)

Exploration of fundamental concepts of law relating to children, ethical issues, and the role of lawyers in assisting children, and how the child’s rights and obligations are balanced with those of parents and state. (Once a year)

LAW 513 Criminal Law (V)

Examination of substantive rules, enforcement procedures, and rationales of criminal law in the U.S.

LAW 512 Reparations and Reconciliation (V)

Seminar addresses a legally and socially important contemporary issue-healing present-day wounds of historic injustice. Considers how to repair the continuing social damage of injustice. (Once a year)

LAW 511 Professional Responsibility (V)

Introductory consideration of selected topics relating to functions, structure, and responsibilities of the legal profession and its future role in society.

LAW 510 Contracts II (V)

Continuation of 509.

LAW 509 Contracts I (V)

Law of private agreements. Explores the evolution and application of common law doctrines, and, where applicable, relevant provisions of the Uniform Commercial Code. Examines the bases of promissory liability, contract formation, mutual assent, defenses to enforcement, excuses, remedies and damages, and the rights and interests of third parties. Attention will be paid throughout the course to the role of contracts in a market society and the conflicting interests of certainty, freedom of contract and fairness.

LAW 508 Negotiation and Alternative Dispute Resolution (V)

Lawyers negotiate settlements in almost all their cases. This class presents a “hands-on,” skill-building approach to the newest ideas, as well as centuries-old techniques, about the skill lawyers will use most often in their private practice- negotiation. The class also examines the rapidly developing field of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), including mediation, facilitation, arbitration, and court-annexed ADR. (Cross-listed as CEE 614)

LAW 507 Employment Discrimination (V)

A study of the law of employment discrimination.

LAW 505 Lawyering Fundamentals II (V)

A comprehensive program that teaches students the analytical and presentational skills necessary for excellent legal writing. Introduces skills and strategies for preparing written legal arguments and oral advocacy. Pre: 504.

LAW 504 Lawyering Fundamentals I (V)

Comprehensive program that teaches students the analytical and presentational skills necessary for excellent legal writing. Introduces students to legal problem solving and writing through the types of documents lawyers prepare in practice.

LAW 503 Historic Preservation Law (V)

Introduction to the protection of cultural, archaeological, and historical resources with emphasis on key federal and state laws. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as HWST 653)

LAW 501 Organizing for Social Change (V)

Examines conditions that lead people to become active, self-governing agents. Covered are strategies and tactics of organizers, history of social change movements, anti-subordination theories of justice and organizing case studies.

LAW 099 Exchange Student Program (V)

Designed for students accepted to participate in an exchange program while enrolled at William S. Richardson School of Law. Must obtain prior approval for the transfer credits. LAW majors only. CR/NC only.

LAIS 683 Hispanic Cultural Studies (3)

Critical overview of contemporary theories on Hispanic culture. Issues of identity such as mestizaje, hybridity, and pluralism will be discussed from a hemispheric perspective. Pre: consent.

LAIS 495 (Alpha) Topics in Latin American and Iberian Studies (3)

Combined lecture-discussion on political, social, cultural themes of Iberia and Latin America; (B) Aztlán, Quetzalcóatl, Pachamama; (C) Luso-Hispanic pop culture. Repeatable one time for different alphas. Pre: 360 or LAIS 363 or LAIS 368 or
LAIS 372 or LAIS 380, and SPAN 351, and SPAN 352; or consent. (Once a year)

LAIS 478 New World Rituals and Ideologies (3)

Study of cross-cultural patterns in ritual behaviors and creolization of African, indigenous, and Iberian ideological frameworks in the Americas. Topics may include syncretic religions (voodoo, candomble), Andean Christianity, spiritual conquest, conceptions of death, etc. Sophomore standing or higher. Minimum C- required grade for prerequisites. Pre: 360, or consent. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as ANTH 478 and REL 478)

LAIS 468 Colonial Latin American History (3)

Pre-Columbian civilizations: Spanish and Portuguese colonization; political, economic, social and religious evolution to 1810; independence. Pre: 360 or consent. (Cross-listed as HIST 478)

LAIS 380 Studies in Culture: Portugal and Brazil (3)

Surveys the cultures of the Portuguese-speaking world from pre-Lusitanian times, including connections with Africa, Asia, the U.S., and Hawai‘i. Pre: sophomore standing or consent.

LAIS 372 (Alpha) Indigenous Peoples of Latin America (3)

Survey of the history and culture of the indigenous peoples of Latin America through a study of their literature, texts and practices. (B) Mesoamerica; (C) Andean South America. Repeatable one time for different alphas. Pre: sophomore standing or consent. (Cross-listed as ANTH 372 (Alpha))

LAIS 368 Households in Cross-Cultural Perspectives: Home, Hale, Casa (3)

Study of cross-cultural patterns in household and community level organizations in Latin America and elsewhere. Topics may include gender relations, kinship structures, political economy, impacts of colonialism, modernization, and globalization on households. Sophomore standing or higher. (Cross-listed as ANTH 368)

LAIS 366 Latin American Film (3)

A survey of films from Latin America, the Silent Era to the present, and their representation of the cultural history of the region. Develops written communication skills. Pre: sophomore standing or consent.

LAIS 365 Spanish Film (3)

A chronological survey of films from Spain, from the Silent Era to the present. Conceptually, a cultural history of Spain in the 20th century, as seen through films. Pre: sophomore standing or consent.

LAIS 363 U.S. Latino Culture and Literature (3)

The culture and history of U.S. Latinos through an analysis of their literature and arts and their sociopolitical relationship to the U.S. mainstream culture. Pre: sophomore standing or consent.

LAIS 360 (Alpha) Studies in Culture (3)

Politics of culture and representation. Will consider issues, traditions, movements, texts, and cultural icons for their significance for national and regional identity formation, intercultural relations and global flows of images, people, and capital. (B) Latin America; (C) Iberian Peninsula. Pre: sophomore or consent.

LATN 490 Seminar in Roman Studies (3)

Study of an author or phase in Roman studies. Repeatable unlimited times with consent. Pre: any two 300-level LATN courses, or consent.

LATN 345 Roman Satire (3)

Selections from Horace and Juvenal. Pre: 201 and 202, or consent.

LATN 338 Roman Novel (3)

Selections from Petronius and Apuleius. Pre: 201 and 202, or consent.

LATN 333 Roman Lyric (3)

Selections from Catullus, Horace, and others. Pre: 201 and 202, or consent.

LATN 332 Roman Drama (3)

Selections from Plautus, Terence, and Seneca. Pre: 201 and 202, or consent.

LATN 325 Roman Philosophy (3)

Selections from Lucretius, Cicero, and Seneca. Pre: 201 and 202, or consent.

LATN 304 Roman Epic (3)

Selections from Virgil, Ovid, and others. Pre: 201 and 202, or consent.

LATN 303 Roman Historians (3)

Selections from Caesar, Sallust, and others. Pre: 201 and 202, or consent.

LATN 202 Intermediate Latin (3)

Continuation of 201: emphasis on poetry. Pre: 201.

LATN 201 Intermediate Latin (3)

Development of reading and translation skills. Emphasis on prose. Pre: 102 or equivalent.

LATN 102 Elementary Latin (3)

Continuation of 101. Pre: 101.

LATN 101 Elementary Latin (3)

Grammar and vocabulary, with reading of simple Latin.

LLEA 499 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Independent study of approved reading and research with faculty supervision. Repeatable two times. A-F only. Pre: consent and departmental approval.

LLEA 455 Learning and Teaching World Languages (3)

Hybrid technology intensive course for pre- or in-service teachers of world languages. Topics: online learning, curriculum and lesson planning, assessment, language teaching approaches, technology for learning world languages. Junior standing or higher. (Cross-listed as SLS 455)

LLEA 399 Directed Reading (V)

Pre: limited to senior majors with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 or a minimum GPA of 3.0 in major, and consent of department chair.

LLEA 199 Directed Language Study (V)

Study in European languages not taught regularly, depending on demand and staff. Pre: consent of department chair.

LLEA 700 Thesis Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times.

LLEA 699 Directed Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent of department chair.

LLEA 682 Masterpieces of Medieval Welsh Literature (3)

Key prose and poetry underlying the Arthurian tradition in Europe. Language instruction leading to reading knowledge of medieval Welsh. Pre: consent.

LLEA 681 (Alpha) Topics in Language (3)

Study in English of topics, periods, etc., in the languages taught in the department: (B) comparison of Romance languages; (C) interpersonal communication; (D) social perspectives. Repeatable two times for different alphas (up to 9 credits). Pre: graduate standing or consent.

LLEA 680 (Alpha) Topics in Literature (3)

Study in English of a topic, period, or genre; aesthetic considerations common to European literatures: (B) the modern novel; (C) European literature as a path to self-knowledge; (D) Middle Ages; (E) introduction to literary theory. MA candidates in European languages read works in their major in the original. Pre: graduate standing or consent of department chair.

LLEA 671 Western Literature and Cultures in the Pacific (3)

Impact of and reaction to western writings and cultural influences in the Pacific as represented in texts from the 16th century to the present. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

LLEA 630 Seminar in Research Methods (3)

Study of basic research methods and tools, including technology. Print and electronic source materials. Information literacy. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

LLEA 471 (Alpha) Fantasy and the Fantastic (3)

Cross-cultural study of fantasy and the fantastic in short stories, fairy tales, films and novels from Europe and the Americas in English translation. Discussion of illusion, identity, time, the future, the bizarre and major concepts in fantasy literature. (B) fairies, devils and fantasy; (C) the fantastic, the strange and science fiction. Repeatable one time in different alphas. Pre: 270 or consent.

LLEA 470 Freaks and Monsters 2: The Ethics of Otherness (3)

An interdisciplinary examination of corporeal Otherness. Unusual real and fictional bodies from fairground history, art, anatomy, literature, natural history and ethnology. Discussion of the moral, medical, philosophical and aesthetic dilemmas of spectacular difference. Pre: 270 or consent.

LLEA 390 Teaching Practicum in Large Lecture Courses (1)

Supervised undergraduate teaching practicum in large-lecture LLEA courses. Repeatable two times. CR/NC only. Pre: completion of course in which practicum will be done and consent of instructor, no waiver.

LLEA 371 Europeans in the Pacific (3)

European presence in the Pacific, in relation to literature, art, culture, civilization. Not applicable to language requirement.

LLEA 270 Freaks and Monsters (3)

Monsters, freaks and otherness in literature, film, history and medicine. Suitable for non-literature majors.

LLEA 355 Russian Film (3)

A study of Russian film from the 1920’s to the present. Pre: sophomore standing or consent.

LLEA 354 Russia: Faces of Asia (3)

Survey in English of 19th-21st century representations of Asia in the contexts of the Russian Empire, the Soviet Union, and post-Soviet space. Pre: sophomore standing or consent.

LLEA 353 Russia: Between Europe & Asia (3)

Russian culture (literature, film, theater, music, arts, etc.) as an amalgam of European and Asian traditions and its impact on the world throughout history; develops written communication skills. Pre: sophomore standing or consent.

LLEA 352 Russian Literature 1900–1950 (3)

Study of significant works of twentieth century Russian literature with particular focus on its relationship to Europe and Asia. Students will work intensively on their own writing and research in close collaboration with their instructor. Pre: sophomore standing or consent.

LLEA 351 19th-Century Russian Literature (3)

Survey in English of major writers from Pushkin through Chekhov; lectures, discussions, short papers. Pre: sophomore standing or consent.

LLEA 350 Russian Short Story (3)

Origin and development (19th and 20th century); periods, themes, styles, and major authors. Pre: sophomore standing or consent.

LLEA 337 Topics in Italian Literature in Translation (3)

Introduction to Italian literature in translation, with varying topics in different iterations. Repeatable one time. Sophomore standing or consent.

LLEA 334 Italian Literature as Film (3)

Exploration of the distinction between literature and film as artistic genres as well as study of major works of literature in respect to the present, from the Middle Ages through the 20th century. A-F only. Pre: sophomore standing or consent.

LLEA 236 Italian Film (3)

Study of Italian film history and technique. A-F only.

LLEA 416 German Literature, Culture and Film: 1989 to Present (3)

Study of German literature, culture and film, 1989 to present. Credit cannot be earned for both 416 and GER 416. Sophomore standing or higher.

LLEA 342 German Fascism and Propaganda (3)

Study of German Fascism and propaganda in German literature, art, film, and associated ethical issues. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only.

LLEA 341 German Opera and Literature (3)

Introduction to German opera, its history, and analysis. Developing critical skills through analysis of German opera music and literature. Sophomore standing or higher, or consent.

LLEA 340 Classical German Literature (3)

Readings in translation from dramatic works of Lessing, Goethe, Schiller. Philosophic and aesthetic views of leading writers of the Enlightenment, Storm and Stress, and classical periods.

LLEA 320 German Cinema (3)

Study of German film history, film theory, film analysis, and film style. Repeatable one time or take GER 320 one time for different topics. 6 cr. limit on GER/LLEA 320 courses. Sophomore standing only.

LLEA 364 Survey of French Civilizations (3)

A historical survey of the development of French and Francophone cultures. The course is interdisciplinary, dealing with politics, music, art, other forms of cultural expression, and daily life.

LLEA 339 French Literature as Film (3)

Exploration of the distinction between literature and film as artistic genres as well as study of major works of literature in respect to the present, from the Middle Ages through the 20th century. Pre: sophomore standing.

LLEA 336 French African Literature (3)

Black African literature in French in 20th century. Major themes of negritude, national political unity, colonialism, traditional culture. Pre: junior standing or one course in French language or literature.

LLEA 335 French Literature Since 1800 (3)

Rapid reading in translation; lectures, discussions, reports. Pre: junior standing or one course in French language or literature.

LLEA 264 French Culture for Americans (3)

Study of the shared cultural and historical foundations of France and the U.S. both past and present. A-F only.

LLEA 237 French Film (3)

Study of French film history and technique. A-F only. Pre: freshman standing.

CLAS 362 Gender and Sexuality in the Classical World (3)

Critical examination of the construction of gender identity and sexuality in ancient Greece and Rome. Junior standing or higher. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as HIST 362)

KOR 730 Research Seminar in Korean Language (3)

Advanced study in history and dialects, phonology and morphology, syntax and semantics, sociolinguistics, or pedagogy, leading to a research paper. Repeatable four times. Pre: consent.

KOR 720 Research Seminar in Korean Literature (3)

Advanced study of an author, school, period, genre, or problem leading to a research paper. Repeatable four times. Pre: consent.

KOR 699 Directed Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only. Pre: consent.

KOR 664 Topics and Issues in Modern Korean Literature (3)

Intensive study of selected topics and issues in modern/contemporary Korean fiction, focusing on texts that problematize critical sociocultural issues in the evolving contexts of modern Korean intellectual history. Repeatable one time. Pre: 494 or consent.

KOR 655 Practicum: Teaching Korean as a Second Language (3)

Designed for graduate students pursuing Korean language teaching, while developing practical teaching skills through class observation, action research and discussion under supervision. Pre: 635 or consent.

KOR 652 Major Authors in Modern Korean Literature (3)

Advanced study of major Korean fiction writers from the 1910s to the present with emphasis on critical reading of their lives and writings to arrive at informed appraisal of their contribution to modern Korean literature. Repeatable one time. Pre: 494 or consent.

KOR 645 Research in Korean Language Acquisition (3)

Integrating the conceptual aspects of statistics and scientific analysis of human language behavior into the study of Korean as a foreign language. Pre: 635 or consent.

KOR 640 Literary Translation of Korean (3)

The art and craft of translating traditional and modern Korean literary works into English. Repeatable four times. Pre: 493 and 494, or consent.

KOR 636 Korean Conversation Analysis (3)

Theoretical framework of conversation analysis and review of Korean conversational structures, such as turn-taking, sequence organization, and repair organization; training for data collection, transcription, and data analysis. Pre: 451 and 452; or consent.

KOR 635 Pedagogy of Teaching Korean as a Second Language (3)

Identification and analysis of major problems in Korean language learning, teaching, testing, and materials development by examining theoretical issues and conducting classroom research; practical techniques of teaching and testing skills in listening, reading, speaking, writing and culture. Pre: 451 and 452; or consent.

KOR 634 Korean Sociolinguistics (3)

Variations in form and use depending on sociocultural factors. Role of language in politics, mass media, group identity, bilingualism, and intercultural communication. Pre: 470 or consent.

KOR 633 Korean Syntax and Semantics (3)

Review of theoretical problems in Korean syntax and semantics; different approaches; and contributions of Korean linguistic study to syntactic and semantic theory. Pre: 452 or consent.

KOR 632 Korean Phonology and Morphology (3)

Review of Korean vocalic and consonantal phonology. Phonological and morphological analysis of Korean derivation and inflection. Pre: 451 or consent.

KOR 631 History and Dialects of Korean Language (3)

Survey of various hypotheses on the genetic relationship of Korean; evolution of Korean from the 15th century to the present; Korean dialects. Pre: 451 and 452, or consent.

KOR 624 (Alpha) Analysis of Korean Academic Discourse (3)

Co-taught by Korean faculty of professional schools and Korean instruction in domain of (B) economics; (C) political science; (D) computer science; (E) travel industry management; (G) business; (H) law; (I) medicine; (J) nursing and public health; and (K) others. Exclusively in Korean. Repeatable one time. Pre: 485 or 623 or consent. (Once a year)

KOR 623 Interdisciplinary Research in Korean (3)

Combined lecture-discussion on preparing students to be able to conduct interdisciplinary research in Korean. Require advanced-level Korean proficiency. Pre: diagnostic assessment (equivalent to ILR Level 2) or consent. (Once a year)

KOR 622 Comparative Studies of Contemporary South and North Korean Language (3)

Comparing and analyzing language data to investigate language heterogeneity problems, its causes, and importance of comparative studies in NK/SK language differences; differences in language policy, grammar, and vocabulary, pronunciation, and discourse style. Pre: 621 or consent. (Once a year)

KOR 621 Media Research in Korean (3)

Focuses on searching, analyzing, and evaluating media data for research in areas of student specializations. Students are required to write short analysis papers and a final research paper. Pre: diagnostic assessment (equivalent to ILR Level 2) or consent. (Once a year)

KOR 615 (Alpha) Korean Drama (3)

Intensive and analytical reading of selected materials in Korean performing arts (e.g., spectacle, farce play, mask dance, staged narratives, theatrical drama): (M) modern; (T) traditional. Pre: 494 or consent for (M), 493 or consent for (T).

KOR 614 (Alpha) Korean Narrative (3)

Intensive and analytical reading of selected works of Korean narrative (e.g., myth, p’ansori, shaman song, essay, biography, fiction): (M) modern; (T) traditional. Repeatable one time with instructor consent for (M). Pre: 494 or consent for (M), 493 or consent for (T).

KOR 613 (Alpha) Korean Verse (3)

Intensive and analytical reading of selected works of Korean lyric and didactic verse (e.g., hyangga, changga, hanshi, sijo, kasa, free form): (M) modern; (T) traditional. Repeatable
one time with instructor consent for (M). Pre: 494 or consent for (M), 493 or consent for (T).

KOR 499 Directed Fourth-Level Reading (V)

For those who need special assistance, e.g., in reading texts in area of specialization or at a pace more rapid than those of standard courses. Primarily for graduate students from other departments. CR/NC only. Repeatable three times. Pre: consent of department chair.

KOR 496 Korean Abroad (V)

Supervised internship with Korean professional hosts in Korea. Students also undergo a one-week training module designed to prepare them to maximize the benefits of the overseas internship. Repeatable up to 3 times. CR/ NC only. Pre: 495, diagnostic assessment procedures; or consent.

KOR 495 Internship Program (V)

Supervised internship with Korean professional hosts on O‘ahu or in Korea. Students will also attend an on-campus preparatory and follow-up language class. A-F only. Pre: 486, diagnostic assessment procedures; or consent.

KOR 494 Introduction to Modern Korean Literature (3)

Critical Korean-language readings of 20th-century literature that emphasize context and the development of style. Includes an emphasis on writing instruction. Pre: 402 or consent.

KOR 493 Introduction to Traditional Korean Literature (3)

Critical readings from earliest times and presentations that emphasize genre, style, and context. Pre: 402 or consent.

KOR 486 Korean for Academic Purposes: Social Science & Others (3)

Focus on expanding students’ Korean literacy and cultural knowledge in Social Science and other disciplines, including politics, economy, society, writing in Korean. Pre: 402 or consent.

KOR 485 Korean for Academic Purposes: Humanities (3)

Focus on expanding students’ Korean literacy and cultural knowledge in various Humanities disciplines, including history, religion, language, education, and literature. Taught entirely in Korean. Pre: 402 or consent.

KOR 480 Korean Proficiency Through Film (3)

Study of Korean culture through films to elevate students’ Korean proficiency level and improve their knowledge of Korea. Emphasis on writing instruction. Requires a minimum of 16 pages of graded writing. Pre: 402 or consent.

KOR 470 Language and Culture of Korea (3)

Relation of Korean language to literature, history, philosophy, social structure, values, and interpersonal relationships; social and regional varieties. Includes an emphasis on instruction in writing. Pre: 302 or consent.

KOR 452 Structure of Korean: Syntax (3)

Introduction to syntax and semantics. Pre: 302 or consent.

KOR 451 Structure of Korean: Phonology/Morphology (3)

Introduction to phonology, morphology, and history. Pre: 302 or consent.

KOR 425 Selected Readings in Korean (3)

Selected readings in various disciplines. Includes an emphasis on instruction in writing. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: 402 or consent.

KOR 422 Media Analysis in Korean: Contemporary Ethical Issues in Korea (3)

Focus on analyzing, comparing, and evaluating current ethical issues in South Korea and North Korea using media materials to develop professional language skills and to deepen knowledge and understanding of contemporary North Korea. A-F only. Pre: 402 or consent. 

KOR 421 Media Analysis in Korean: Contemporary Korean Culture (3)

Focus on analyzing, comparing, and evaluating current media materials in South Korea to develop professional language skills and to deepen knowledge and understanding of contemporary Korean society. A-F only. Pre: 402, or consent. (Once a year)

KOR 420 Korean Composition (3)

Training in modern structural and stylistic techniques; writing on designated themes. Repeatable one time. Pre: 402 or consent.

KOR 411 Advanced Oral Communication in Korean (3)

Fourth-year advanced Korean course to increase learners’ oral fluency and accuracy; with an emphasis on formal speaking. Covers linguistic proficiency as well as social and cultural proficiencies. Pre: 402 or consent.

KOR 404 High-Advanced Korean II (3)

Continuation of 402. Emphasis on highest level of listening, speaking, reading and writing, with application to Korean culture using authentic materials and focusing on training in oral presentation skills. Pre: 402 or consent.

KOR 403 High-Advanced Korean: Korean Society (3)

Emphasis on highest level of listening, speaking, reading and writing, with application to Korean society, using authentic materials. Pre: 402 or consent. (Fall only)

KOR 402 Fourth-Level Korean II (3)

Continuation of 401. Pre: 401 or consent. (Spring only)

KOR 401 Fourth-Level Korean I (3)

Continuation of 302. Pre: 302 or consent. (Fall only)

KOR 399 Directed Third-Level Reading (V)

For those who need special assistance, e.g., in reading texts in area of specialization or at a pace more rapid than those of standard courses. Offered if staff available. CR/NC only. Repeatable three times. Pre: consent.

KOR 380 Korean Proficiency Through TV Drama (3)

Increasing Korean proficiency to advanced level through TV drama, which provides culturally and situationally rich contexts. Includes an emphasis on instruction in writing. Pre: 302 or consent.

KOR 308 Readings in Chinese Characters II (3)

Continuation of 307, covering an additional 250 basic Chinese characters. Pre: 307 or consent.

KOR 307 Readings in Chinese Characters I (3)

Training intermediate and advanced learners of Korean to master the reading, writing and usage of some 250 basic Chinese characters as they are used in a wide variety of Korean reading texts. Pre: 202 or consent.

KOR 305 Accelerated Third-Level Korean (6)

Content of 301 and 302 covered in one intensive summer course. Five 3-hour sessions per week, Monday-Friday. Pre: 202, 205, placement test, or consent. (Summer only)

KOR 302 Third-Level Korean II (3)

Continuation of 301. Pre: 301 or consent. (Spring only)

KOR 301 Third-Level Korean I (3)

Continuation of 201 and 202. Major emphasis on comprehension of modern written Korean. Chinese characters. Pre: 202 or consent. (Fall only)

KOR 212 Intermediate Conversational Korean II (3)

Continuation of 211. Pre: 201 or 211, or consent.

KOR 211 Intermediate Conversational Korean I (3)

Further development of listening and speaking skills. The student is expected to be able to comprehend and produce speech at the paragraph level. Pre: 102 or 112, or consent

KOR 205 Accelerated Intermediate Korean (8)

Content of KOR 201 and 202 covered in one intensive course. Four 2-hour sessions per week, Monday-Thursday, plus daily lab work. Pre: 102, 105, 112, placement test; or consent. (Spring only)

KOR 202 Intermediate Korean II (4)

Continuation of 201. Pre: 201 or placement test; or consent.

KOR 201 Intermediate Korean I (4)

Continuation of 101 and 102. Meets one hour, four times a week, plus lab work. Pre: 102 or placement test; or consent.

KOR 112 Elementary Conversational Korean II (3)

Continuation of 111. Pre: 101 or 111, or consent.

KOR 111 Elementary Conversational Korean I (3)

Development of basic skills (listening, speaking and grammar) of spoken Korean, with application to some familiar everyday topics. Pre: consent.

KOR 105 Accelerated Elementary Korean (8)

Content of KOR 101 and 102 covered in one intensive course. Four 2-hour sessions per week, Monday-Thursday, plus daily lab work. Pre: placement test or consent. (Fall only)

KOR 102 Elementary Korean II (4)

Continuation of 101. Pre: 101 or consent.

KOR 101 Elementary Korean I (4)

Listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar. Meets one hour, four times a week, plus lab work. Pre: consent.

KRS 781 Seminar in Rehabilitation Counseling (V)

In-depth study of professional concerns in rehabilitation counseling. A-F only. Pre: 703R and consent.

KRS 778 Doctoral Seminar IV in Kinesiology (V)

Designed to enable PhD students to gain a perspective of the discipline, both historically and philosophically, prepare them for the issues they may face in the real world, particularly higher education and help them initiate their dissertation. Repeatable one time, up to six credits. KRS majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: consent.

KRS 777 Doctoral Seminar and Research III in Kinesiology (3)

Provide the PhD student the opportunity to assume the role of director of a research project under the supervision of the faculty mentor. The research project will represent a piece of the ongoing line of research of the faculty mentor. Responsibilities will be comparable of a project director of research funded by a research grant. Repeatable three times or up to 12 credits. KRS majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 776 or consent.

KRS 776 Doctoral Seminar and Research II in Kinesiology (V)

Provide the PhD student the opportunity to be involved in research, under the direction of the faculty mentor, as the assistant project director and as the project director for pilot studies. Student will gain experience in these roles with close supervision by the faculty mentor. Repeatable one time, up to six credits. KRS majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 775 or consent.

KRS 775 Doctoral Seminar and Research I in Kinesiology (V)

Provide the PhD student the opportunity to assume the role of director of a research project under the supervision of the faculty mentor. The research project will represent a piece of the ongoing line of research of the faculty mentor. Responsibilities will be comparable of a project director of research funded by a research grant. Repeatable one time, up to six credits. KRS majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 776 or consent.

KRS 761 Seminar in College Counseling (3)

In-depth study of professional concerns in college counseling. A-F only. Pre: 703U and consent.

KRS 751 Seminar in Community Counseling (3)

In-depth study of professional concerns in community counseling. A-F only. Pre: 703C and consent.

KRS 741 Seminar in School Counseling (3)

In-depth study of professional concerns in school counseling. A-F only. Pre: 703 (E or H) and consent.

KRS 734 (Alpha) Internship II (V)

Supervised post-internship I experience in counseling and guidance activities at an approved site, including a weekly class meeting. Provides practical application of formal academic training: (C) community service; (E) elementary; (H) secondary; (R) rehabilitation; (U) college. Each alpha is repeatable three times. A-F only. Pre: 733 and consent.

KRS 733 (Alpha) Internship I (V)

Supervised post-practicum experience in counseling and guidance activities at an approved site, including a weekly class meeting. Provides practical application of formal academic training: (C) community service; (E) elementary; (H) secondary; (R) rehabilitation; (U) college. Each alpha is repeatable three times. Pre: 703 and consent.

KRS 704 Contemporary Issues in Counseling (3)

Current issues and problems. (Meets EdD common required elective.) Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

KRS 703 (Alpha) Practicum in Counseling (V)

Supervised clinical experience in counseling and guidance activities at an approved site, including a weekly class meeting. Provides practical application of formal academic training: (C) community service; (E) elementary; (H) secondary; (R) rehabilitation; (U) college. Each alpha is repeatable three times. Pre: 626 or 683, and consent.

KRS 700 Thesis Research (V)

Research for master’s thesis. Repeatable unlimited times.

KRS 699 Directed Reading and/or Research (V)

Individual reading and/or research. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent of instructor and department chair.

KRS 695 Promoting Physical Activity (3)

Overview of the theoretical and applied study of physical activity epidemiology. Physical activity content includes benefits, factors that influence, levels, valid instruments to assess, and programs to promote physical activity. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as PH 695)

KRS 688 Theory and Techniques of Job Placement (3)

Theory, process, and techniques of job readiness, job development, and job placement. Pre: 627 and consent.

KRS 687 Assistive Technology in Rehabilitation Counseling (3)

Study of application of assistive technologies to enhance the lives of people with disabilities. Case studies provide the vehicle in guiding students toward integration of available information into reality of actual situations. Special emphasis on the importance of using a consumer-centered approach in providing assistive technology services. A-F only. Pre: 681 and consent.

KRS 686 Vocational Evaluation and Assessment in Rehabilitation (3)

Theory, process, and techniques of vocational evaluation and assessment. Assessment methods and processes as they relate to vocational choice and adjustment of special groups. Pre: 681 and consent.

KRS 685 Ethical Issues for the Helping Profession (3)

Developing ethical reasoning capabilities for resolution of ethical dilemmas likely to be encountered in counseling, psychology, and specialty practices (e.g., community, rehabilitation, school, mental health, alcohol and substance abuse, marriage and family counseling, and the like). A-F only. Pre: 606 and consent.

KRS 684 Psychopathology in Counseling (3)

Discussion-oriented course (potentially Web-based). Examination of theory and practice of diagnosis in the assessment and treatment of mental disorders and the use of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) multi-axial system. Case studies will illustrate diagnostic issues. A-F only. Pre: 606 and consent.

KRS 683 Case Management in Rehabilitation (3)

Knowledge and skills required in case and case-load management in public as well as private sector rehabilitation sites. Emphasis on professional/ client relationship, interviewing process, decision-making, goal-setting, recording/documentation, time management, and other tasks. Pre: 680 and consent.

KRS 681 Medical and Psychosocial Aspects of Disability (3)

Functional implications of chronic illnesses and disabilities on psychological, social and vocational areas of an individuals life. Case studies and presentations will stimulate discussion and help students to apply theoretical information into practical everyday context. Pre: 680 and consent.

KRS 680 Principles and Practice of Rehabilitation Counseling (3)

Principles, practices of rehabilitation counseling; review of history and influence of legislation on vocational rehabilitation; current issues, developments, with emphasis on local situation. Pre: consent.

KRS 675 Transdisciplinary Approach to Teaching the Motor Domain (3)

Highlights a trans-disciplinary approach for effectively teaching students with disabilities in the motor domain. Important characteristics and components of this approach will be shared. Strategies for its implementation will also be addressed. A-F only. Pre: consent.

KRS 674 Assessment in Physical Activity (3)

Overview of assessment purposes, types, practices and procedures used in physical education for those with disabilities. Frequently used motor assessments and practices in collection of data will be specifically addressed. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Spring only)

KRS 673 Research Methods in KRS (3)

The use of experimental designs/models in physical education research with emphasis on understanding the concepts, applications, and interpretations of statistical analysis. Pre: consent.

KRS 670 Consultation: Theory and Practice (3)

Consultation in educational, business, health, community, and human services agencies. Pre: consent.

KRS 667 Body Composition and Weight Management (3)

Analysis of the theory and practice used in the assessment of body composition and human physique. Includes strategies for implementing changes in body composition. Pre: consent.

KRS 666 Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription (3)

Provides knowledge of field and laboratory techniques and procedures for aerobic and anaerobic fitness assessment, interpretation of testing results and individual exercise program/ prescription techniques. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

KRS 665 Metabolic Analysis (3)

Theory and practice of metabolic analysis of human performance examining each of the power systems used in energy production during exercise and how to use this information to prescribe exercise programs. Pre: consent.

KRS 664 Physiology of Exercise (3)

Physiological bases of modern physical training methods and sports science. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

KRS 663 Biomechanics of Human Motion (3)

Principles of motion as applied to sport and physical rehabilitation. Introduction to the technology used in the analysis of motion. Pre: consent.

KRS 660 Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling (3)

Theory/practice of marriage, family, and child counseling, including major model in clinical practice; supervised counseling project by each student. Liability insurance required. Pre: 629 or consent.

KRS 646 American College Student (3)

Study of psychosocial characteristics of American college students and college environment, from viewpoint of student personnel work. Pre: consent.

KRS 643 Secondary Physical Education (3)

Detailed examination of effective physical education curriculum and instruction in middle and high schools. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: consent.

KRS 641 Seminar: Health/Exercise Science (3)

Review of selected current literature in exercise/sport science and leisure studies. Practice of presentation in group setting.

KRS 640 Seminar in Physical Activity (3)

Trends, research, and problems related to physical activity across the lifespan. A variety of topics and contexts will be addressed. Enrolled in KRS graduate program only. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Spring only)

KRS 637 Cross-Cultural Counseling (3)

Significance of cultural factors in counseling relationships, delivery of counseling services in multicultural settings with attention to Hawai‘i. Emphasis on process of cultural learning and implications for counselor roles and functions. Pre: consent.

KRS 636 Theory and Assessment of Personality (3)

Personality testing; practice in administration and use of personality assessment; examination of psychometric and social issues. Pre: 630 and consent.

KRS 635 Elementary Physical Education (3)

Content and pedagogy for teaching preschool/ elementary physical education. Students will learn appropriate content and pedagogy for learners in elementary school. Bit teaching and field experiences are included. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Once a year)

KRS 634 Inclusive Physical Activity (3)

Advanced knowledge on issues of socio-cultural, learning styles, diversity, and exceptionalities, and how these influence instruction, engagement, and behavior in physical activity settings across the lifespan. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as SPED 634)

KRS 633 Crisis Intervention (3)

Professional concerns about crisis intervention strategies, and counseling skills development. Crisis theory as applied to suicide, sexual assault/rape, natural and man-made disasters, personal loss, terminal illness, life cycle crisis, and the like. A-F only. Pre: 606 or consent.

KRS 632 Theory and Assessment of Intelligence (3)

Theory and supervised experience in individual intelligence testing, psychological report writing; psychometric and social issues in intelligence testing. Pre: 630 and consent.

KRS 631 Problems of School Adjustment (3)

Principles of behavior affecting interpersonal relationships in school with emphasis on application to actual situations. Pre: consent.

KRS 630 Tests and Inventories in Guidance (3)

Tests and inventories for the assessment of aptitudes, achievement, and interests. Applications to educational, instructional, and career guidance. Pre: consent.

KRS 629 Counseling: Group Theory and Practice (3)

Theories and techniques of group counseling and guidance as preparation for practicum and internship. Application in school, college, rehabilitation, and community settings. Pre: 626 or 683, and 606, and consent.

KRS 628 Research in Evaluation in Counseling (3)

Framework for understanding basic statistics, methodology, and evaluation of research in counseling and related fields. Students will analyze research,
conceptualize research, and apply research to practice. Pre: consent.

KRS 627 Career Development and Vocational Counseling (3)

Theory and practice in career development and vocational counseling with individuals and groups; utilization of educational, vocational, and social resources in career counseling. Pre: consent.

KRS 626 Introduction to Practicum (3)

Pre-practicum training for supervised experiences in school, community, and human service organizations. Focus on the counseling relationship. Includes a specialty observation-participation field experience.

KRS 625 Introduction to Community Counseling (3)

Philosophy, organization, and function of community service agencies, programs, and institutions as related to professional work in counseling. Pre: consent.

KRS 623 Administration in Kinesiology (3)

Current problems, trends, and strategies in the administration of athletic training, physical education, recreation, sport and fitness programs in school and non-school settings. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as EDEA 623)

KRS 622 Athletic Training Capstone Experience (3)

Capstone culminating experience preparing the student for the computer-based BOC Exam and for a career in athletic training. Follows the students’ didactic and clinical preparation in the 12 competency areas of athletic training. Repeatable one time. KRS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 611 or consent. Co-requisite: 612. (Spring only)

KRS 621 Advanced Therapeutic Exercise (3)

Advanced concepts and evidence-based principles of rehabilitation programs. Enhancement of previously learned therapeutic exercise techniques and integration of therapeutic modalities and therapeutic exercise, including objective and functional goal setting and evaluation for appropriate progression and expedited return to activity. KRS majors only. Pre: 617 and 618 or basic therapeutic exercise and therapeutic modalities courses, or consent.

KRS 620 Seminar in Athletic Training (1)

Designed to provide the student with analytical skills and practical experience relative to research as it applies to sports related injuries. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

KRS 619 General Medical Conditions in Sports Medicine (3)

An examination/evaluation of general medical conditions associated with sports medicine including pathology, care and treatment. Athletic Training majors only. Pre: PHYL 301, PHYL 302 or consent.

KRS 618 Therapeutic Interventions: Rehabilitative Exercise (3)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Concepts and principles of comprehensive rehabilitation programs (therapeutic goals and objectives, exercise selection, methods of evaluation and recording progress, progression and return to competition criteria, and physiological effects of tissue trauma and inactivity). Athletic Training majors only. (Spring only)

KRS 617 Therapeutic Interventions: Modalities (3)

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Physiology principles and operational procedures of contemporary therapeutic modalities as they relate to the care and treatment of athletic injuries. Athletic Training majors only. (Fall only)

KRS 616 Advanced Orthopedic Assessment (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Advanced knowledge and skills of athletic training as they are specifically applied to the understanding, treatment, and rehabilitation of sport-related injuries. (e.g. epidemiology, legal, ethical concerns, sports psychology, pharm, drug abuse, health issues) Pre: ANAT/KRS 604 or consent.

KRS 615 (Alpha) Clinical Examination of Pathology (3)

(2 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Examination, care and treatment of musculoskeletal, neurological, and neuromuscular conditions and pathology; (B) lower body; (H) head, neck and spine; (U) upper body. Athletic Training majors only. A-F only.

KRS 614 Athletic Training Research Practicum (V)

(1 Sem, 5 4-hr Practicum) Advanced research practicum in which the BOC certified or certification eligible graduate student deepens their understanding and enhances their critical thinking abilities in order to contribute to the advancement of the discipline and the athletic training profession. Repeatable four times, up to 12 credits. A-F only. Pre: consent.

KRS 613 Athletic Training Clinical Practicum (V)

(1 Sem, 5 4-hr Practicum) Advanced clinical practicum in which the BOC certified or certification eligible graduate student experiences an enhancement of athletic training knowledge and refinement of athletic training skills. Repeatable up to 10 credits. A-F only. Pre: consent.

KRS 612 Athletic Training, Clinical Experience IV (3)

(1 Sem, 5 3-hr Practicum) Culminating practicum requiring performance of duties and responsibilities of second year graduate athletic training students. A practical field experience in athletic training is required. Athletic Training majors only. A-F only. Pre: 611 or consent. (Spring only)

KRS 611 Athletic Training, Clinical Experience III (3)

(1 Sem, 5 3-hr Practicum) Culminating practicum requiring performance of duties and responsibilities of second year graduate athletic training students. A practical field experience in athletic training is required. Athletic Training majors only. A-F only. (Fall only

KRS 610 Athletic Training, Clinical Experience II (3)

(1 Sem, 5 3-hr Practicum) Practicum includes duties and responsibilities of athletic training students. Practicum must be completed during second semester post admission to the program. Athletic Training majors only. A-F only. (Spring only)

KRS 609 Athletic Training, Clinical Experience I (3)

(1 Sem, 5 3-hr Practicum) Practicum requiring performance of duties and responsibilities of athletic training students. Must be completed during first semester post admission into program. Athletic Training majors only. A-F only. (Fall only)

KRS 608 Muscular Strength and Power Development (3)

Interpretation of scientific principles of muscular strength and power development. Examination of muscular adaptations to increased and decreased use. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

KRS 607 Scientific Principles of Physical Conditioning (3)

Application of physiological principles to physical conditioning and athletic performance. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

KRS 606 Counseling: Theory and Practice (3)

Theory and techniques of counseling and guidance as preparation for practicum and internship. Application in school, college, rehabilitation, and community settings. Pre: consent.

KRS 605 Human Growth and Development—Life Span (3)

Life span perspective on psychological, social, and physical development. Major theories and related research on human development; applications in policy planning and service delivery in counseling. Pre: consent.

KRS 604 Upper Extremity, Head, Neck, and Spine (3)

Human gross anatomy dissection of the upper extremity, head, neck, and spine. Emphasis is placed on muscles, function, innervation, and vascular supply. Repeatable one time. Enrolled in DRB or KRS graduate programs (including Biomed Sci-Anat/ RepoBiol & Phys majors) only or consent. A-F only. (Fall only) (Cross-listed as ANAT 604)

KRS 603 Lower Extremity, Thorax, and Abdomen (3)

Human gross anatomy dissection of the lower extremity, thorax, and abdomen with emphasis on muscles, function, innervation, and vascular supply. Repeatable one time. Enrolled in DRB or KRS graduate programs (including Biomed Sci-Anat/ RepoBiol & Phys majors) only or consent. A-F only. (Spring only) (Cross-listed as ANAT 603)

KRS 600 Counseling in the Schools (3)

History, philosophy, and organization of school counseling programs. Counselor role and functions, legal and ethical issues, contemporary issues, current methodology and resources. (Meets EdD common core elective.) Pre: consent.

KRS 494 Athletic Training Practicum IV (3)

(5 2-hr Practicum) Advanced-level supervised experiences within the profession of athletic training. This practicum is a requirement for entry to the KRS Master’s Athletic Training Program. A-F only.

KRS 493 Athletic Training Practicum III (3)

Advanced-level supervised experiences within the profession of athletic training. This practicum is a requirement for entry to the KRS Master’s Athletic Training Program. A-F only.

KRS 492 AT Practicum II (3)

Introductory-level supervised experiences within the profession of athletic training. This practicum is required for the KRS entry-level Graduate Athletic Training Education Program. A-F only.

KRS 491 AT Practicum I (3)

Introductory-level supervised experiences within the profession of athletic training. This practicum is required for the KRS entry-level Graduate Athletic Training Education Program. A-F only.

KRS 490 Introduction to Athletic Training Clinic (3)

Introduction to the Professional Athletic Training Education Program and the Clinical Education Plan. Students are required to document all requirements and demonstrate proficiency in basic clinical skills. Repeatable one time. A-F only. ATEP Program students only. (Once a year)

KRS 489 Program Design in Strength Training and Conditioning (3)

Designed to provide theoretical and practical experience in supervision of a strength training center. Content includes program design, exercise techniques, organization, testing, evaluation, methods of strength development, facility design and special populations. Kinesiology & Rehabilitation Science, Health/Exercise Science and Lifestyle Management, and Physical Education majors only. A-F only. Pre: 152, 153, 353, 354, 354L, and 463; or consent.

KRS 488 Practicum in Health and Exercise Science (4)

Culminating 160 hours of supervised practicum experience in health, wellness, fitness assessment, lifestyle management, and/or exercise leadership. Qualifying hours are contingent upon instructor’s approval in the registered semester. Health and Exercise Science majors only. Pre: current CPR and First Aid Certification, 152, 332, 353, 354, and 463; or consent.

KRS 487 Exercise Assessment and Conditioning Lab (4)

Designed to provide knowledge of laboratory techniques and procedures for aerobic and anaerobic fitness assessment, interpretation of aerobic and anaerobic testing results, and individual exercise program/prescription. A-F only. Pre: 480 and EDEP 429, or consent. (Fall only)

KRS 485 Sexual Health Education (3)

Program planning, curriculum development and classroom teaching strategies in the areas of human sexuality, reproductive health, family planning, and family health. Focus on research-based curriculum and strategies to promote personal and social responsibility for health. A-F only.

KRS 484 Drug Abuse, Violence, and Injury Prevention (3)

Standards-based planning, teaching, and assessment on the scientific, socio-cultural, and attitudinal aspects of drug abuse, violence, and injury prevention. Focus on incidence and prevalence, roles, prevention, and high-risk populations. KRS majors only. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only.

KRS 483 Recreation Planning and Maintenance (3)

Examination of social, economic, and environmental factors of recreation and tourism development. Emphasis on methods, processes, citizen participation, design issues/regulations, and land use. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 238 and 329; or consent.

KRS 482 Commercial Recreation (3)

Overview of leisure services and trends in commercial, private and employee recreation, and resort and recreational tourism. The social, economic, and environmental significance is examined. Pre: 428 or consent.

KRS 481 Introduction to Research in KRS (3)

Research methods in the study of physical activity, types of research, statistical concepts and techniques, and reporting research results. Repeatable one time.

KRS 480 Nutrition in Exercise and Sport (3)

Effects of physiologic demands of exercise on nutrition. Emphasis on physiologic and biochemical basis for nutrition recommendations to enhance exercise participation and optimize athletic performance. Pre: (FSHN 185, and KRS 113 or PHYL 103 or (PHYL 141/141L and 142/142L) or PHYL 301) with a minimum grade of C. (Cross-listed as FSHN 480)

KRS 478 Adapted Physical Activity in Early Childhood (3)

Concepts of developmentally appropriate practice, importance of movement in overall development, and design of physical activity sessions and environments for young children with and without disabilities are covered. A-F only. Pre: consent.

KRS 477 Motor Development and Learning (4)

(3 Lec, 1 1-hr. Lab) Motor development through the lifespan with an emphasis on fundamental principles and patterns. Areas such as memory, knowledge of performance, and motivation are incorporated and demonstrated through multiple writing assignments. Required field experience. Primarily for KRS majors. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only.

KRS 476 Motor Learning and Performance (3)

Basic consideration is kinesthesis, motor ability, fatigue, developmental factors, practice, motivation in relation to motor learning and human performance. Repeatable one time. Pre: EDEP 311 or consent.

KRS 474 Statistics (3)

Basic elements for: descriptive statistics, probability, inference, regression, and correlation analysis. KRS majors only. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only.

KRS 473 Sociocultural Issues in Physical Activity (3)

Contemporary and historical perspective on socio-cultural issues that influence health and physical activity settings. Understanding ethics and culturally responsive practice around race, gender, sexuality, class, etc. Emphasis on ethics and teaching writing for the profession. Sophomore standing or higher. 

KRS 472 Learning Communities (3)

Theory, basic research, interactive process, and methodology of the cooperative learning process known as Tribes. Will develop participants’ abilities to foster and facilitate learning communities in a variety of settings. Repeatable one time. (Summer only)

KRS 471 Teaching Methods in Health Education (3)

Experiences in developing standards-based, interactive learning opportunities to teach quality health education in schools. Focus on creating curriculum and assessments aligned with the National and State Standards for Health Education. A-F only. (Spring only)

KRS 470 Fitness for Life (3)

Students will gain knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to plan, implement, and evaluate Fitness for Life curriculum. Includes an emphasis on instruction and feedback in oral communication. KRS majors only. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. (Once a year)

KRS 463 Sport Biomechanics (3)

Concepts and scientific principles essential to efficient human movement; proper application of biomechanical principles to fundamental movements and selected complex motor skills. KRS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 353, and either PHYS 100, PHYS 151, or PHYS 170; or consent. 

KRS 443 Disability and Diversity in Physical Activity (4)

(3 Lec, 1 1-hr. Lab) Participants will explore issues related to individuals with exceptionalities, how these affect learning and behavior in the health and physical activity settings. Oral communication practice and skills are worth >30% grade. Required field experience. KRS majors only. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only.

KRS 438 Practicum in Camping (V)

Supervised leadership at a camp setting with children and youth, including those with disabilities. Day or residential camps. One full week camping for each credit hour. Maximum of four credit hours. Pre: 437 (or concurrent) or consent.

KRS 437 Camp Resources and Planning (2)

(1 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Combined lecture-lab for camp counselors and camp leadership. Plan and evaluate camp experiences for children and youth, including those with disabilities. Includes field trips. Pre: 331 and 332, or consent.

KRS 434 Coaching Athletics (3)

Combined lecture-lab with emphasis on scientific principles, theory and practice, and professional qualities of the coach. Writing is integrated with the intent that students will enhance their communication skills through writing. KRS majors only. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: consent.

KRS 432 Emergency Care for the Professional Rescuer (3)

Combined lecture-lab on advanced emergency care for injuries and illnesses and includes certifications for CPR/First Aid/AED. Class size of approximately 20 students. Open to all majors. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: consent.

KRS 429 Evaluating and Marketing Leisure Services (3)

Basic methods in marketing, planning, evaluating programs and problem-solving methods, survey research, research design, data analysis, and report generation for park, recreation, and tourism systems. A-F only. Pre: 329 (or concurrent), or consent.

KRS 428 Current Issues in Leisure Services (3)

Philosophical foundations and current and emerging issues in leisure services management and programming. Coverage of leisure research and its implications to practice. Repeatable one time. Pre: 238, 249, and 329; or consent.

KRS 423 Curriculum and Supervision (3)

Effective program development, planning, and supervision, including issues in legal liability and administration of all aspects of physical education programming in grades K-12. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 270 or consent. Majors only.

KRS 421 Upper Extremity Assessment (3)

An examination of the pathology of injuries to the upper extremities and their care and treatment designed for Athletic Training, Exercise Science and Allied Health professionals. Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science, Health/Exercise Science and Lifestyle Management, and Physical Education majors only. A-F only. Pre: 353 and 415, or consent.

KRS 420 Lower Extremity Assessment (3)

An examination of the pathology of injuries to the lower extremities and their care and treatment designed for Athletic Training, Exercise Science and Allied Health professionals. KRS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 353, 415; or consent.

KRS 419 Administration in Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Allied Health (3)

An examination of organization and administration in Athletic Training, Allied Health and Exercise Science. Content includes leadership and motivation models, legal liability, ethical considerations and management strategies for all aspects of Health Care Administration. KRS majors only. A-F only.

KRS 416 Fundamentals of Ergonomics (3)

Introduction to ergonomics principles and their application in understanding and prevention of Muscular Skeletal Disorders encountered in the working environment including introduction to legal aspects of ergonomics. Post-Master’s Certificate in Nursing majors only. Pre: 463 or consent.

KRS 415 Prevent/Care of Athletic Injuries (3)

An examination of the most recent practices and procedures in the prevention and care of athletic and sports injuries. Observational field experiences in athletic training will be required. KRS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 353. 

KRS 407 Psychosocial Aspects of Sport (3)

Examination and application of sociological and psychological theories to sport including the influence of race, ethnicity, gender, identity and human development, social class, disabilities, and sexual orientation on the sport experience. A-F only. Pre: consent.

KRS 406 Seminar in Teaching Residency (3)

Analysis and resolutions of issues in teaching residency; teaching strategies and techniques; curriculum planning; professional growth and development. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 402E, 402S, and 404 or consent; admittance to licensure track, pass Praxis II Core Academic Skills tests.

KRS 405 (Alpha) Teaching Residency (9)

Full-time supervised experience in elementary and secondary school level. School level corresponds to level of licensure desired. (E) elementary; (S) secondary. Each alpha can be taken one time. Kinesiology & Rehabilitation Science, Physical Education, and Secondary Education-Physical Education majors only. A-F only. Pre: 402E (with a minimum grade of B-), 402S (with a minimum grade of B-), and 404 (with a minimum grade of B-); admittance to licensure track, pass Praxis II Core Academic Skills tests. Co-requisite: 406.

KRS 404 K-12 Teaching Methods in Physical Education (3)

Methods and materials in teaching physical education, including techniques, leadership skills, program evaluation, and designing course content using written communication skills. Repeatable one time, but credit earned one time only. A-F only. KRS majors only. Co-requisite: 402E.

KRS 403 Guidance and Classroom Management (3)

Guidance principles applied to classroom management for teachers. Pre: consent.

KRS 402 (Alpha) Teaching Practicum in Physical Education (3)

Field experience in teaching physical education activities in schools, K-12; techniques in leadership; selection of activities and program evaluation for K-12 licensure. (E) elementary; (S) secondary. KRS majors only. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: admittance to licensure track; pass basic skills tests specified by the Hawai‘i Teacher Standards Board (www.htsb.org) or bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

KRS 401 Advanced Health Concepts (3)

Understanding health issues for individuals, families, schools, and communities, in regards to Hawaii K-12 schools. Focusing on the acquisition of functional health content and proficiency in health-related skills to enhance healthy behaviors in learners. KRS majors only. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only.

KRS 399 Directed Reading (V)

Individual problems. Limited to senior majors in health education, physical education, athletic training, or recreation with a minimum GPA of 2.75 in major field. Repeatable unlimited times.

KRS 395 Personal Health and Wellness (3)

Core concepts in health allow students to take responsibility for their own health-related behaviors by developing basic competencies in identifying, analyzing, and responsibly deliberating contemporary ethical issues related to health and wellness. KRS majors only.

KRS 388 Field Work in Strength and Conditioning I (1)

Supervised practicum in strength training and conditioning. Students will be exposed to the theory and practice of designing and implementing both strength/power, and general conditioning programs. Repeatable one time. Pre: 152, 354 (or concurrent); or consent.

KRS 385 Physical Fitness for Physical Education Teachers (1)

Diagnosis and prescription for basic health and fitness problems, scientific principles of training, guidelines for exercise; essentials of scientifically based individualized physical fitness program. Repeatable one time.

KRS 384 Drugs and Society (3)

Introduction to psychoactive drugs and their effects; drug regulations; education and rehabilitation programs; psycho-social variables related to the decisions to use/abuse drugs. Pre: consent.

KRS 372 Teaching Techniques II: Secondary (3)

Teaching techniques and methods of secondary physical education. Content to include invasion, net, field, and target activities. Emphasizes the tactical approach in a school-based experience. Primarily for KRS majors. A-F only.

KRS 371 Teaching Techniques I: Elementary (3)

Teaching techniques and methods of elementary physical education. Content to include basic skills and games in a school-based experience. Primarily for KRS majors. A-F only. (Fall only)

KRS 354L Exercise and Sport Physiology Lab (2)

Laboratory section to accompany KRS 354. Emphasis will be hands-on data collection and analysis of the physiological responses to exercise and physical training. Lab report development and scientific writing will also be emphasized. Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science, Health/Exercise Science and Lifestyle Management, and Physical Education majors only. A-F only. Pre: 113 or PHYL 103 or PHYL 142/142L (or concurrent), or BIOL 171/171L (or concurrent); or consent. Co-requisite: 354.

KRS 354 Exercise and Sport Physiology (3)

Emphasis on physiological responses to exercises and physical training as related to strength, muscular endurance, cardio-respiratory endurance. Primarily for KRS majors, but open to others with consent. Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science, Health/ Exercise Science and Lifestyle Management, and Physical Education majors only. A-F only. Pre: 113 or PHYL 103 or PHYL 142/142L (or concurrent), or BIOL 171/171L (or concurrent); or consent. Co-requisite: 354L.

KRS 353 Structural Kinesiology (3)

Gross human anatomy, emphasizing identification and description of parts of the musculoskeletal system; selected applications to motor activity. KRS majors only. A-F only. Pre: 113 or BIOL 171/171L or PHYL 103 or PHYL 141/141L or PHYL 301/301L. 

KRS 339 Special Recreation (3)

Special recreation as a professional field. Overview of special recreation services. Emphasis on recreation services for special populations. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 208 or consent.

KRS 337 Fieldwork in Recreation I (5)

Initial supervised leadership experience in recreational agencies. One hour per week in class discussion sessions. For recreation majors only. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: consent of recreation advisor.

KRS 336 Coaching of Swimming (2)

Theory and methods of coaching competitive swimming. Technical, organizational, and administrative aspects. Emphasis on stroke mechanics and training methods. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

KRS 335 Coaching of Track and Field (2)

Techniques and rules of sprints, distance runs, relays, hurdles, long jump, high jump, pole vault, shot put, discus, and javelin throws; conduct of track and field meets; specific conditioning and training problems. Repeatable one time.

KRS 334 Movement Education II (4)

(3 Lec, 1 1-hr. Lab) Content and pedadogy for teaching Pre/K-5 physical education. Students will learn to plan and teach physical education for children. Peer bit and field teaching included. Repeatable one time, but credit earned one time only. A-F only.

KRS 333 Movement Education I (3)

A movement-based approach to teaching basic motor skills in preschool/elementary physical education. Students actively participate and learn about developmentally appropriate content and pedagogy for children in grades P–5/6. Peer bit teaching is included. A-F only.

KRS 332 Emergency Care and First Aid Training (3)

Practicum in training of persons to become qualified in emergency care knowledge, basic life support, and first aid skills. First Aid and CPR certificates may be earned. KRS majors only. 

KRS 331 Water Safety Training (3)

Theory and methods of advanced lifesaving and water safety leading to American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 104 or consent. (Student to provide own swim attire approved by the instructor.)

KRS 329 Managing Recreation Services (3)

Administrative framework and procedures pertinent to the operation of agencies providing recreational services to the various publics. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 208 or consent.

KRS 323 Music and Rhythm in Physical Education (3)

Use of music in physical education programming (K-12), emphasizing selection of appropriate music for specific activities as expressive or creative movement, movement exploration, rhythmic gymnastics, and dancing. A variety of strategies for teaching dance will be shared. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Spring only)

KRS 313 Coaching of Volleyball (2)

Theory and strategy of offensive and defensive volleyball coaching. Emphasis on coaching philosophy, selecting and developing an offense and defense, organizing practices, special situations, scouting, and training and conditioning. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

KRS 312 Coaching of Baseball (2)

Theory and strategy of offensive and defensive baseball coaching. Emphasis on coaching philosophy, selecting and developing an offense and defense, organizing practices, special situations, scouting, and training and conditioning. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

KRS 311 Coaching of Basketball (2)

Theory and strategy of offensive and defensive basketball coaching. Emphasis on coaching philosophy, selecting and developing an offense and defense, organizing practices, special situations, scouting, and training and conditioning. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

KRS 310 Coaching of Football (2)

Theory and strategy of offensive and defensive football coaching. Emphasis on coaching philosophy, selecting and developing an offense and defense, organizing practices, special situations, scouting, and training and conditioning. Repeatable one time. Pre: consent.

KRS 305 Principles of Sports Medicine (3)

Examines with some depth, principles of risk management and pathology of athletic injuries, major musculoskeletal structures, and concepts of evaluative skills, treatment, and rehabilitation for common athletic injuries. KRS majors only. A-F only. 

KRS 302 Health Promotion and Disease Prevention (3)

Understanding standards-based planning, teaching, and assessment in health with a focus on advocacy, as well as the incidence, prevalence, and prevention of disease within sub-topics of health (mental, social, emotional, environmental, financial, etc.). KRS majors only.

KRS 271 Performance Based Assessment in Health and Physical Education (3)

Assessment and evaluative techniques applied to health and physical education, including test construction, performance-based assessment, measurement criteria and instruments, interpretation of data and content, as well as program evaluation.

KRS 270 Introduction to Health and Physical Education (4)

Introduction to foundational knowledge for effective teaching, history, philosophy, and current practices in physical education. Provides the basis for later coursework in K-12 physical education. Required field experience. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Fall only)

KRS 249 Programming and Leadership (3)

Factors in planning and leading recreation programs; characteristics and responsibilities of leadership in relation to nature, scope, and resources of a variety of programs. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 208 or consent.

KRS 241 Health Education Curriculum (2)

Objectives of school health program, emphasizing scope and sequence of health instruction; critical examination of health curriculum guides from various states. Repeatable one time. Pre: 201 or 202.

KRS 238 Outdoor Recreation Management (3)

Objectives and values of outdoor recreation; characteristics and determinants of programs; planning, organization, leadership, and facilities for recreational uses of natural environments. Repeatable one time. Pre: 208 or consent.

KRS 232 Safety and Risk Management (2)

Understanding the fundamental principles and techniques of safety and accident-prevention programming emphasizing school, home, public places, on the job, and motor vehicle situations. Repeatable one time.

KRS 210 Human Development (3)

Developmental processes across the life span. Life span perspective on psychological, social, and physical development. Human growth and development from conception to death with major theories and related research on maintaining healthy lifestyles. Repeatable one time.

KRS 208 Recreation Services in Contemporary Society (3)

Theories and philosophies in recreation: history; contemporary issues; roles in modern society; relationship to health, physical education, and exercise science. A-F only.

KRS 203 Introduction to Kinesiology (3)

Kinesiology as a professional field. Overview of history, philosophy, and current trends in kinesiology. Survey of psychological and sociological foundations of kinesiology, exercise, fitness and sport. KRS majors or approval. A-F only. (Fall only)

KRS 202 School Health Problems: Secondary (2)

Responsibilities of secondary school teacher in recognizing and meeting pupils’ needs, emphasizing health instruction, health services, healthful school living, school health policies. Repeatable one time.

KRS 201 School Health Problems: Elementary (2)

Responsibilities of elementary school teacher in recognizing and meeting pupils’ needs, emphasizing teacher’s role in health instruction, health services, school health policies. Repeatable one time.

KRS 187 Softball (1)

Combined lecture-lab-physical activity with emphasis on basic skills, rules, etiquette, offensive and defensive strategies, position play, and game situations. Open to all students. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 186 Track and Field for Physical Education (1)

Knowledge, skills, and rules of various track and field events. Organization of track meets and strategy in competition. Primarily for KRS majors; others admitted on space-available basis. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 185 Floor Exercise Gymnastics (1)

An entry-level course designed to develop students’ knowledge of men’s and women’s gymnastics floor exercise routines, including injury prevention, skill progression, spotting techniques, and routine choreography. Primarily for KRS majors; others admitted on space-available basis. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 182 Sport Proficiency II: Net, Field, and Target (3)

Knowledge, skill development, position, and strategy of net, field and target sports. Sports like volleyball, tennis, softball, and golf are introduced within a tactical framework. KRS majors only. A-F only.

KRS 181 Sport Proficiency I: Invasion (3)

Knowledge, skill development, and strategy of various invasion type games and sports. Sports like basketball, soccer, ultimate frisbee and/or others are introduced within a tactical framework. KRS majors only. A-F only.

KRS 173 Water Polo (1)

Fundamentals of basic water polo skills, namely, ball handling, passing, shooting, dribbling plus a brief introduction into beginning techniques of individual offense and defense. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only. Pre: 104 or consent. (Student to provide own swimming attire approved by instructor.)

KRS 171 Yoga: Intermediate (1)

Corrective work and improvement of basic techniques. Exercise sets and combinations designed to develop endurance, flexibility, muscle and nerve strength, meditation, and deep relaxation technique. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only. Pre: 170 or consent.

KRS 170 Yoga: Beginning (1)

Experiencing yoga and its effects on body, mind and consciousness of individual. Encompasses exercise, breathing techniques, deep relaxation, meditation, practice in concentration, and yogic postures. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only. KRS majors only.

KRS 167 Wrestling: Beginning (1)

Rules: fundamental defensive and offensive maneuvers and competitive strategy, i.e., takedowns, reversals, escapes, and pinning combinations; conditioning exercises. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 165 Karate: Intermediate (1)

Emphasis on improving the basic techniques (stances, punches, kicks, forms, and sparring); introduction to combination techniques. (Student to provide own gi.) Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only. Pre: 164.

KRS 164 Karate: Beginning (1)

Rules, etiquette, basic stances, blocks, thrusts, kicks, ippon kumite, and selected kata. (Student to provide own gi.) Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 163 T’ai Chi Ch’uan (1)

Classic forms of t’ai chi ch’uan. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 161 Aikido (1)

Rules, etiquette, basic rolls, simple holds and the breaking of such holds, specific physical conditioning exercises. (Student to provide own gi.) Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 160 Judo (1)

Rules, etiquette, method of falling and breaking the fall, simple throws and their counters, simple holds and breaking of such holds, randori. (Student to provide own gi.) Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 156 Heavy Apparatus (1)

Single and combination stunts on side horse, horizontal bar, parallel bars, still rings; techniques of spotting; safety procedures. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 154 Tumbling and Rebound Tumbling (1)

Single and combination stunts on tumbling mats and trampoline, balancing stunts; techniques of spotting; safety procedures. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 153 Olympic and Power Lifting (1)

Exercise technique and prescription with an emphasis on anaerobic exercise. Explores advanced periodization models and their utilization, mastery of Olympic lifts, and plyometric programs. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only. KRS majors only. Pre: 152 or consent.

KRS 152 Weight Training (1)

Kinesiology of lifting and weight training, various types of exercises and methods of training with resistance. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only. KRS majors only.

KRS 151 Adapted and Prescribed Exercises (1)

Small group and individual guidance and instruction for students recommended by student health service. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only. Pre: consent.

KRS 137 Basketball (1)

Rules, passing, shooting, dribbling, rebounding, individual defensive and offensive maneuvers; team offense and defense. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 136 Volleyball: Intermediate (1)

Combined lecture-lab-physical activity with emphasis on improving skills and knowledge through practice and cognitive activities relative to serving, passing, spiking, digging, blocking, and offensive and defensive strategy. Open to all students. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only. Pre: 135 or consent.

KRS 135 Volleyball: Beginning (1)

Combined lecture-lab-physical activity with emphasis on beginner skills and knowledge relative to serving, passing, spiking, digging, blocking, and offensive and defensive strategy. Open to all students. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 132 Tennis: Advanced (1)

Improving upon the strokes introduced in 130 and 131; advanced competitive strategy; problems in rules; officiating; elements of tournament play. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only. Pre: 131 or consent.

KRS 131 Tennis: Intermediate (1)

Corrective work in three basic strokes and in net play; the lob, drop shot, overhead smash, and half-volley; applying spin in basic strokes; basic strategy in singles and doubles play. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only. Pre: 130 or consent.

KRS 130 Tennis: Beginning (1)

Rules, etiquette, grip, forehand and backhand strokes, serving, volleying; singles and doubles play. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 127 Social Dance: Latin (1)

Social dances of a Latin flavor including rhumba, cha-cha, tango, samba, and others. Basic steps, rhythm pattern, styling, and variations are taught. Social etiquette is stressed. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 126 Social Dance: Ballroom (1)

Social dances including fox trot, waltz, swing, and other popular dances. Basic steps, rhythm pattern, styling, and variations are taught. Social etiquette is stressed. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 125 Dances of Hawai‘i: Advanced (1)

Advanced techniques in hula movements. Selected dances taught will be more complex, including work with instruments. Individual choreography will be emphasized. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only. Pre: 124 or consent.

KRS 124 Dances of Hawai‘i (1)

Background and fundamentals of hula. Selected dances with and without instruments. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 123 Folk and National Dances (1)

Popular dances of various national groups, including square dances. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 120 Badminton (1)

Rules, etiquette, grip, forehand and backhand strokes, serving, smash, drive, net play, offensive and defensive strategy; singles and doubles play. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 115 Bowling (1)

Rules, etiquette, arm swing, approach, execution, scoring, spare pickups. Students pay charge for use of alley. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 113 Human Physiology and Anatomy (5

Introduction to human physiology and anatomy designed to serve the needs of those interested in pursuing health-related careers. Structure and function of major systems examined (gross anatomy, microanatomy, physiology, and pathology). (Spring only)

KRS 112 Golf: Advanced (1)

Improving drive, fairway wood shots, long iron shots, control shots, trouble shots, putting, course management, competitive strategy, problems in rules. Greens fees paid by students for play on courses. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only. Pre: 111 and consent.

KRS 111 Golf: Intermediate (1)

Corrective work on basic swing mechanics and rhythm; adjustments for bunker play, uphill lies, downhill lies, short game around and on the green; handicapping and match play competition. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only. Pre: 110 and consent.

KRS 110 Golf: Beginning (1)

Rules, etiquette, grip, stance, drive, normal iron shots, approach shots, putting. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 107 Aqua-Aerobic Fitness (1)

Combined lecture-lab-physical activity with emphasis on aerobic fitness improvement through total body aquatic workouts with music, and development of individualized aquatics fitness program. Open to all students. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 106 SCUBA Diving: Beginning (1)

Learning watermanship, equipment handling skills, and the knowledge to become safe divers. Additional costs for equipment, diver manual, dive tables, and certification fee. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 105 Swimming: Advanced (1)

Correct techniques used in competitive swimming, racing starts, correct turning techniques, long-distance swimming. (Student to provide own swimming attire approved by instructor.) Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only. Pre: 104 or consent.

KRS 104 Swimming: Intermediate (1)

Perfecting and integrating basic strokes with added emphasis for speed and distance. (Student to provide own swimming attire approved by instructor.) Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only. Pre: 103.

KRS 103 Swimming: Beginning (1)

Adjusting to and immersing in water, floating, sculling; correct arm stroke, leg kick, breathing techniques and their coordination. (Student to provide own swimming attire approved by instructor.) Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 102 Aerobic Fitness (1)

Aerobic fitness improvement upon completion of course by regularly attending and practicing safe workout routines. Learn fitness components, names of muscles and exercises associated with each one. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

KRS 101 Physical Fitness (1)

Conditioning exercises and activities to develop and maintain physical efficiency. Motor fitness tests administered to measure status and progress. Repeatable unlimited times, but credit earned one time only.

JOUR 499 Directed Research (V)

Individual research projects. Pre: senior standing and consent of department chair.

JOUR 485 Internship (3)

Internship in media or PR operations under professional and faculty supervision. Repeatable two times. JOUR majors only. CR/NC only. Pre: 300 and 330, or consent.

JOUR 481 Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Journalism (3)

Exploration of the leading edge of the journalistic ideology today as well as a projection of future forms, styles, and strategies, with writing skills as the foundation of such exploratory activities. JOUR majors only. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 150, 200, 250, 300, and 330.

JOUR 480 Advanced Video Journalism (3)

Advanced experience in field and studio production of short and long form video journalism; with emphasis on social media fundamentals and content distribution across multiple digital platforms. A-F only. Pre: 330 or instructor consent.

JOUR 475 Global Communication (3)

Problems and opportunities of communication in a variety of international contexts, focused on journalistic issues. JOUR majors only, or consent. 

JOUR 471 Advanced Multimedia Journalism (3)

Advanced fundamentals of multimedia writing and reporting, including finding and developing journalistic story ideas, photojournalism, audio storytelling, design, infographics, and cross-platform digital convergence. JOUR majors only. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 250, 300, and 330.

JOUR 470 Broadcast Projects/Production (3)

Applied, problem-based application of skills and knowledge of visual story telling to the production of broadcast newscasts. JOUR majors only. Junior standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 250, 300, 330; and ICS 101 or ICS 110 or ICS 111 or LTEC 112.

JOUR 460 Media Ethics (3)

Ethics and social responsibility for media professionals. Application of ethical theories and principles to case studies and research projects through writing assignments. JOUR majors only. Pre: one DS course. (Cross-listed as PACE 405)

JOUR 459 Special Topics (3)

Topics of interest to faculty and students; taught by regular and visiting faculty. Repeatable one time for different topics. JOUR majors only. Junior standing or higher.

JOUR 425 Publication Layout and Design (3)

Visual display concepts and procedures for newsletters, brochures, newspapers, magazines. Pre: upper division standing.

JOUR 407 Advanced Photojournalism (3)

Computer experience in the creation, manipulation, and editing of color news, feature, sports, and documentary images. Study of the ethical and legal dimensions of electronic imaging. Pre: 307 or consent.

JOUR 390 (Alpha) Journalism Workshops (V)

Intensive workshops in practice-based journalism, focused on building skills and making public projects in: (B) emerging media; (C) reporting; (D) editing; (E) multimedia journalism; (F) public relations. Repeatable in different alphas up to 6 credits. JOUR majors only, or consent.

JOUR 385 Practicum (V

Working on campus student or quasi-professional publications under professional and
faculty supervision. CR/NC only. Repeatable two times, up to six credits. Pre: consent.

JOUR 365 Communication and Law (3)

An exploration of key legal issues related to the practice of journalism in Hawaiʻi, including comparisons with other jurisdictions in the United States and elsewhere. JOUR majors only, or consent. Junior standing or higher.

JOUR 360 Journalism History and Trends (3)

Development of the news media and trends that may affect the future of journalism.

JOUR 330 Video Journalism (3)

Fundamentals of video journalism using digital video cameras for writing, reporting, editing, and producing news stories, with significant attention to oral communication skills. A-F only. Pre: 200.

JOUR 327 Interpretive Journalism (3)

Writing articles of news analysis, editorials, and critical reviews.

JOUR 325 Magazine Writing (3)

Writing nonfiction articles for magazines, newspapers, and newsletters; preparing material for specific audience; marketing articles. Pre: 250.

JOUR 320 Visual Journalism: Multimedia (3)

Fundamentals of visual journalism; visual theory, principles, and tools to create multimedia journalism projects for online, emerging media, and print platforms. JOUR majors only, or consent. A-F only.

JOUR 316 Advanced Editing (3)

Intensive training in editing, planning, and organizing stories and visual elements for publication; news judgment; managing projects. JOUR majors only, or consent.

JOUR 307 Photojournalism (3)

Production, selection, and use of digital photographs for publications. Storytelling action and feature photography with digital cameras, worked up through Adobe Photoshop and InDesign programs. Students must have a digital camera. A-F only.

JOUR 300 Reporting (3)

Theory and practice of information gathering using a variety of primary and secondary sources, finding information online, use of databases and interviews for news stories, with emphasis on writing. JOUR majors only, or consent. A-F only. Pre: 250.

JOUR 250 Media Writing (3)

Fundamentals of writing for various news media and public relations; ethics. A-F only.

JOUR 200 Introduction to Multimedia Journalism (3)

Fundamentals of multimedia reporting: finding and developing story ideas, photojournalism, audio storytelling, design, infographics, and cross-platform digital convergence. A-F only.

JOUR 150 Journalism and Society (3)

News literacy, and the role of journalism in society–its influence, rights and responsibilities; issues and trends.

JPN 730 (Alpha) Research Seminar in Japanese Linguistics (3)

(C) Japanese/English contrastive analysis; (G) structure; (H) historical change; (K) history of Japanese language studies (Kokugo-gakushi); (M) morphophonemics; (P) pedagogy; (S) sociolinguistics. Pre: 451, or 601 and 602 for (C); 634 for (G); 631 for (H) and (K); 601 for (M); 632 for (P); and 633 for (S).

JPN 710 (Alpha) Research Seminar in Japanese Literature (3)

(M) modern; Pre: 611 (P) pre-modern; Pre: 612, 613, or 614.

JPN 699 Directed Research (V)

Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only. Pre: consent of chair.

JPN 650 (Alpha) Topics in Japanese Linguistics (3)

(C) Japanese/English contrastive analysis; (G) structure; (H) historical change; (K) history of Japanese language studies (Kokugo-gaku-shi); (M) morphophonemics; (P) pedagogy; (S) sociolinguistics. Pre: 601 and 602 for (C); 634 for (G); 631 for (H) and (K); 601 for (M); 632 for (P); 633 for (S).

JPN 642 Kambun (3)

Introduction to kambun [the Japanese manner of reading and writing classical Chinese], with critical reading of kambun by Japanese authors. A-F only. Pre: 461 or consent.

JPN 641 Traditional Literary Theory (3)

Reading and analysis of major works of literary theory and criticism from the classical, medieval, and Edo periods. A-F only. Pre: 466 or consent.

JPN 640 Topics in Japanese Literature (3)

Intensive study of selected topics in Japanese literature, primarily of the modern period. English translations of original texts will be provided whenever available. Repeatable unlimited times with consent. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as ASAN 640)

JPN 634 Advanced Japanese Syntax and Semantics (3)

Theoretical problems in description of Japanese; contributions of Japanese linguistic study to syntactic theory. Pre: 602 or consent.

JPN 633 Advanced Japanese Sociolinguistics (3)

Variations in language form and use depending on social factors. Pre: 601 or 602 (or concurrent), and 606; or consent.

JPN 632 Teaching Japanese as a Second Language (3)

Practical overview of major problems; motivation; adult second language learning; communicative and linguistic competence; practical classroom techniques of teaching and testing. Pre: 604 or consent.

JPN 631 History of the Japanese Language (3)

Survey, theories of origin; related topics in linguistic methodology. Pre: 461 and 601, or consent.

JPN 626 Introduction to Japanese Manuscripts and Xylographs (3)

Introduction to Classical Japanese writing system as found in the xylographs and manuscripts of the Heian and Kamakura periods; reading and analysis of the texts in original script. Repeatable one time. Pre: 461 or 466, or consent. (Alt. years)

JPN 620 Practicum: Teaching Japanese Language (Alpha) (3)

For graduate students who are planning to teach Japanese as a foreign language. Through lectures and discussions on language learning and teaching, and through observation and teaching of a Japanese language class, students will learn to make informed decisions about curriculum and instruction, and will develop instructional skills and practices for analyzing their teaching experiences. (B) beginning level Japanese instruction; (C) advanced level Japanese instruction. Each alpha may be taken one time. Pre: 604 or EALL 601, or consent. (Once a year for (B) and (C)).

JPN 614 Classical Japanese Literature (3)

Critical reading and analysis of Heian literature; emphasis on prose. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: 466 or consent.

JPN 613 Medieval Japanese Literature (3)

Critical reading and analysis of Kamakura and Muromachi literature, emphasis on prose. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: 466 or consent.

JPN 612 Edo Literature (3)

Critical reading and analysis; emphasis on prose. Repeatable one time with consent. Pre: 466 or consent.

JPN 611 (Alpha) Modern Japanese Literature (3)

Representative literary works, emphasis on fiction; (B) Meiji–Taisho (1868–1926); (C) Showa–Heisei (1926–present). Each alpha repeatable one time with consent. Pre: 485 or consent

JPN 610 (Alpha) Japanese Poetry (3)

Historical survey of major poetic types. Repeatable one time with consent. (B) classical; (C) medieval and Edo; (D) modern. Pre: 466 or consent for (B) and (C); 485 or consent for (D).

JPN 606 Japanese Sociolinguistics (3)

Introduces theories of language use and provides training in the methodology and analysis of Japanese sociolinguistics. Pre: 407 and 475 or equivalent, or consent.

JPN 605 Research Methodology in Japanese Linguistics and Language Teaching (3)

Japanese-specific training in the formulation of testable hypotheses, in basic statistical and other evaluation techniques, and in the organization and presentation of ideas and data in paper, abstracts, etc. Pre: 407 or equivalent.

JPN 604 Introduction to Japanese Language Pedagogy (3)

Training in the identification and analysis of general problems in Japanese language learning, teaching, and testing by examining theoretical issues and conducting classroom research. Pre: 407 or equivalent, and 451; or consent.

JPN 602 Japanese Syntax and Semantics (3)

Introduction to theories of syntax, sentence structure, parts of speech, constituency, grammatical relations and case marking, word order, passives, causatives, tense, aspect, and embeddings. Pre: 451 or consent.

JPN 601 Japanese Phonology and Morphology (3)

Introduction to the phonology and morphology of modern colloquial Japanese. Pre: 451 or consent.

JPN 499 Directed Fourth-Level Reading (V)

For those who need special assistance, e.g., in reading texts in area of specialization or at a pace more rapid than those of standard courses. Primarily for graduate students from other departments. CR/NC only. Repeatable three times. Pre: consent.

JPN 495 (Alpha) Internship Program (3)

Analysis of intercultural communication processes under faculty supervision through participation in an organization serving native speakers of Japanese. (B) business, repeatable one time; (C) travel industry internship. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: 370 or consent for (C); 431 for (B).

JPN 493 Project Work in Japanese (3)

Enhances Japanese language skills through a field-based research project on a topic of the individual student’s choice. Interviews, surveys, observations, written materials and A/V-assisted oral presentations. Repeatable one time. Pre: 402 or 405 or equivalent, or consent.

JPN 490 Advanced Japanese Language Study (3)

Advanced course in spoken and written Japanese stressing intensive research using the Internet, electronic mail in Japanese and conventional media. Oral presentations, written reports and journal writing. Repeatable one time. Pre: 485 or equivalent and consent.

JPN 486 Advanced Readings in Modern Japanese Contemporary Topics (3)

Advanced course to foster speed, accuracy, and attention to content in reading modern discursive texts. Pre: 407D and 407E, or consent.

JPN 485 Advanced Readings in Modern Japanese Literature (3)

Advanced course to foster speed, accuracy and attention to stylistic issues in modern Japanese literature. Pre: 407D and 407E, or consent.

JPN 475 Introduction to Japanese Sociolinguistics (3)

Application of general linguistics to social phenomena such as group identity, language and gender, dialects and intercultural communication. Pre: 350 and 370, or consent.

JPN 472 Okinawan Language and Literature (3)

Focuses on Okinawan literature across various genres and periods. Will require weekly reaction papers, the midterm reading/writing project, and a final research project report. Pre: 202, 205, or consent. 

JPN 471 Okinawan Language and Culture (3)

Focuses on the language, heritage, and folk culture of Okinawa. Pre: 202, 205, or consent.

JPN 466 Readings in Classical Japanese (3)

Introduction to major genres of prose and poetry. Repeatable one time with permission. Pre: 461 or consent.

JPN 461 Introduction to Classical Japanese (3)

Basic classical Japanese grammar to develop reading skills. Pre: 302 or consent.

JPN 459 Fourth-Level Japanese Abroad (4)

Continuation of 458. Pre: 401 or 458.

JPN 458 Fourth-Level Japanese Abroad (4)

Intensive course of full time instruction on the fourth-year level in Japanese language and culture in Japan. Pre: 302, 305, 359, or consent.

JPN 452 Introduction to Japanese Pedagogical Grammar (3)

Introduction to teaching of basic Japanese grammatical patterns. Pre: 350 or LING 320, and 401, 403, 404 or 405; or consent. 

JPN 451 Structure of Japanese (3)

Introduction to phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics of modern colloquial Japanese. Pre: 302 or 305; and 350 or LING 320; or consent.

JPN 431 Advanced Business Writing (3)

Training in advanced business writing for bilingual and other advanced learners. Japanese writing intensive. Pre: 421 or consent.

JPN 425 Japanese to English Translation (3)

Training in techniques of translating Japanese into English. Pre: 407D or 407E, or consent.

JPN 424 English to Japanese Translation (3)

Training in techniques of translating English in Japanese. Pre: 407D or 407E, or consent.

JPN 423 Advanced Listening and Speaking (3)

Training in listening and speaking for bilingual and other advanced learners. Emphasis on formal Japanese such as academic lectures, news, exchanges in business settings, public speaking, etc. Pre: 421 or consent.

JPN 421 Japanese Composition (3)

Writing skills refined through practice in various styles (essays, letters, etc.). Pre: 401, 404, or 405; or consent.

JPN 420 Fourth-Level Spoken Japanese (3)

Training in oral communication skills in varied social contexts. Pre: 402 or 405.

JPN 415 Japanese Aural Comprehension (3)

Training in comprehension of spoken material presented in news broadcasts, documentary narration, formal lectures, etc. Pre: 402, 405; or consent. May be concurrent with 407.

JPN 407 (Alpha) Readings in Original Texts (3)

(D) academic and journalistic texts; (E) modern literature. Repeatable one time in different alphas. Pre: 401, 403, 404, or 405; or consent.

JPN 405 Fourth-Level Japanese Reading: Accelerated (8)

Content of 401 and 402 covered in one semester. Meets two hours, four times a week. Pre: 302, 305, or placement test.

JPN 404 Fourth-Year Japanese for Advanced Written Communication (3)

4th-year Japanese language course that provide bilingual and other advanced speakers with language training in formal Japanese with a focus on reading and writing skills. Pre: placement or consent.

JPN 403 Fourth-Year Japanese for Advanced Speakers (3)

4th-year Japanese language course that provide bilingual and other advanced speakers with language training in formal Japanese with a focus on reading and oral communication skills. Pre: placement or consent.

JPN 402 Fourth-Year Japanese II (4)

Continuation of 401. Transition to longer and more complex written and spoken Japanese. Meets 50 minutes, four times a week. Pre: 401 or placement test; or consent.

JPN 401 Fourth-Year Japanese I (4)

Continuation of 302 and 305 emphasizing all four skills. Transition to longer and more complex written and spoken Japanese. Meets 50 minutes, four times a week. Pre: 302, 305, or placement test; or consent.

JPN 399 Directed Third-Level Reading (V)

For those who need special assistance, e.g., reading texts in area of specialization or at a pace more rapid than those of standard courses. CR/NC only. Repeatable three times. Pre: consent.

JPN 370 Language in Japanese Society (3)

Introduction to basic concepts and issues surrounding language in Japanese society. Covers historical, cultural, and sociolinguistic dimensions of the Japanese language. Topics are closely linked with contemporary ethical issues. Pre: 301 or consent.

JPN 359 Third-Level Japanese Abroad (4)

Continuation of 358. Pre: 301 or 358.

JPN 358 Third-Level Japanese Abroad (4)

Intensive course of full-time formal instruction on the third-year level in Japanese language and culture in Japan. Pre: 202, 205, 217, or consent.

JPN 350 Introduction to Japanese Linguistics (3)

Introduction to major areas of linguistic description as applied to Japanese language. Pre: 301 or 307, or consent.

JPN 332 Advanced Japanese Reading and Writing (3)

Web-based training in Japanese reading and writing to develop skills at the advanced level. Course activities combine independent work with communicative activities on the website. Ideal for in-service professionals seeking language development and maintenance. Repeatable one time. Pre: 301 (or concurrent) or consent.

JPN 318 Oral Fluency Through Film (3)

Training in oral communication and comprehension skills utilizing the spoken text and visual segments from Japanese film and television dramas. Pre: 301 or consent.

JPN 315 Third-Year Japanese Aural Comprehension (3)

Training in strategies for listening to various types of spoken material presented in narrations, interviews, news broadcasts, and lectures, etc. Pre: 302 or consent.

JPN 312 Third-Year Japanese for Professional Communication: Business Etiquette and Hospitality (3)

Training in oral communication skills essential for operating in a Japanese-speaking professional environment or workplace, focusing on activities such as telephone conversations, customer service, and daily interaction with coworkers. Pre: 202, 205, 212, or placement test; or consent. 

JPN 311 Third-Year Japanese for Professional Communication I (3)

Training in oral communication skills essential for operating in a Japanese-speaking professional environment or workplace, focusing on activities such as first-time meetings, small talk with coworkers, and making/handling requests and invitations. Pre: 202, 205, 212, or placement test; or consent. (Fall only)

JPN 305 Accelerated Third-Year Japanese (8)

Content of 301 and 302 covered in one semester. Meets two hours, four times a week, plus lab work. Pre: 202, 205, 217, or consent.

JPN 302 Third-Year Japanese II (4)

Continuation of 301. Pre: 301 or placement test, or consent.

JPN 301 Third-Year Japanese I (4)

Transitional course employing four skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing) and grammar training to prepare students to address academic content in Japanese. Meets one hour, four times a week, plus lab work. Pre: 202, 205, 217, or placement test; or consent.

JPN 259 Intermediate Japanese Abroad (4)

Continuation of 258. Pre: 201 or 258, or consent.

JPN 258 Intermediate Japanese Abroad (4)

Intensive course of formal instruction on the second-year level in Japanese language and culture in Japan. Pre: 102 or 105.

JPN 217 Introduction to Japanese Reading and Writing with Basic Kanji (3)

For students who have completed the oral communication courses up through JPN 212 and wish to continue on to JPN 301. Also appropriate for semi-bilingual students who lack literacy skills. Pre: 212 or consent.

JPN 212 Intermediate Japanese for Oral Communication II (3)

Continuation of 211. Pre: 201 or 211, or consent.

JPN 211 Intermediate Japanese for Oral Communication I (3)

Continuation of 111-112. Pre: 102 or 105 or 112; or consent.

JPN 205 Accelerated Intermediate Japanese for Pre-Professionals (8)

Content of 201 and 202 covered in one semester. Emphasis on practical Japanese used in professional contexts. Meets two hours, four times a week. Pre: 102, 105; or consent.

JPN 202 Intermediate Japanese II (4)

Continuation of 201. Pre: 201 or placement test; or consent.

JPN 201 Intermediate Japanese I (4)

Continuation of 101 and 102. Meets one hour, four times a week, plus lab work. Pre: 102, 105, or placement test; or consent.

JPN 112 Elementary Japanese for Oral Communication II (3)

Continuation of 111. Pre: 100 or 101 or 111, or consent.

JPN 111 Elementary Japanese for Oral Communication I (3)

The first of a series of courses focusing on speaking and listening skills necessary to performing in common situations in Hawai‘i and Japan. Pre: consent.

JPN 105 Accelerated Elementary Japanese (8)

Content of 101 and 102 covered in one semester. Meets two hours, four times a week. Pre: consent.

JPN 102 Elementary Japanese II (4)

Continuation of 100 or 101. Pre: 100 or 101, or consent.

JPN 101 Elementary Japanese I (4)

Listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar. Meets one hour, four times a week, plus lab work.

JPN 100 Elementary Japanese, Special (3)

Same material as 101, covered more quickly for students with some language background. Pre: placement test.

ITAL 460 Intensive Fourth-Level Italian Abroad (V)

Intensive course of formal instruction on the fourth-year level in Italian language and culture in Italy. For semester programs only. Pre: 360 or equivalent.

ITAL 459 Fourth-Level Italian Abroad (3)

Continuation of 458.

ITAL 458 Fourth-Level Italian Abroad (3)

Intensive course of full-time formal instruction in Italy on the fourth-year level in Italian language, linguistics, culture, and literature. Pre: 359 or 360 or equivalent.

ITAL 360 Intensive Third-Level Italian Abroad (V)

Intensive formal instruction at the third-year level in Italian language skills: reading, writing, grammar, or conversation in an Italian-speaking country. Pre: 202 or equivalent.

ITAL 359 Third-Level Italian Abroad (3)

Continuation of 358.

ITAL 358 Third-Level Italian Abroad (3)

Intensive formal instruction at the third-year level in Italian language skills: reading, writing, grammar, or conversation in an Italian-speaking country. Pre: 202 or 259 or equivalent.

ITAL 311 Conversation (3)

Systematic practice for control of spoken Italian. Further development of vocabulary for accurate, mature expression. Pre: 202 or consent.

ITAL 259 Intermediate Italian Abroad (3)

Continuation of 258.

ITAL 258 Intermediate Italian Abroad (3)

Intensive course of full-time formal instruction in Italy on the second-year level in Italian language and culture. Pre: 102 or 110 or 160.

ITAL 202 Intermediate Italian (3)

Continuation of 201. Pre: 201.

ITAL 201 Intermediate Italian (3)

Reading, conversation, composition. Pre: 102 or 110.

ITAL 160 Intensive Elementary Italian Abroad (V)

Intensive course of formal instruction on the first-year level in Italian language and culture in Italy.

ITAL 110 Immersion Italian-Elementary (6)

Combined content of 101 and 102 covered in one summer session. (Summer only)

ITAL 102 Elementary Italian (3)

Conversation, grammar, and reading. Pre: 101 or consent.

ITAL 101 Elementary Italian (3)

Conversation, grammar, and reading.

CUL 750 International Cultural Studies: Research Project (3)

Directed reading and research culminating in a project that engages issues in international cultural studies. Types of projects include scholarly essays, community-based projects, performances or exhibitions. Written statement of purpose and selfevaluation required. A-F only. Pre: 609 and 610.

CUL 610 International Cultural Studies: History and Theory (3)

Seminar on the history and theory of interdisciplinary cultural studies. The politics of culture are examined in comparative perspective, focusing on their significance for identity formation, intercultural relations, and global flows of images, people and capital. Approaches to the study of media and popular culture are taken up in terms of their relevance for contemporary issues, especially in Hawai‘i and the Asia/Pacific/U.S. region. Repeatable one time. A-F only. (Fall only)

CUL 609 Faculty Seminar Series (1)

Seminar consists of a series of presentations by certificate faculty on topics of ongoing research. Presentations will open current debates about theory and method in cultural studies. Repeatable one time. A-F only.

IS 750 Topics in Biocultural Diversity and Conservation (3)

Biological, cultural, and linguistic conservation are intimately linked, but rarely studied simultaneously. Adopts a trans-disciplinary view of diversity and conservation of nature, cultures, and languages, along with issues in anthropology, law, and ethics. (Fall only)

IS 652L Laboratory B in Applied Evolutionary Ecology: Biodiversity Loss, Biological Invasions and Emerging Disease (3)

Practical laboratory/ field rotation on the ecological and evolutionary underpinnings of the coupled process of biological invasion, disease emergence and biodiversity loss. Continuation of 650 and 651L. A-F only. Pre: 650 and 651L, or consent. (Once a year)

IS 651L Laboratory A in Applied Evolutionary Ecology: Biodiversity Loss, Biological Invasions and Emerging Disease (2)

Combined lecture-laboratory on the ecological and evolutionary underpinnings of the coupled process of biological invasion, disease emergence and biodiversity loss. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Once a year)

IS 650 Principles of Applied Evolutionary Ecology: Biodiversity Loss, Biological Invasions and Emerging Disease (3)

Combined lecture-discussion on the ecological and evolutionary underpinnings of the coupled process of biological invasion, disease emergence and biodiversity loss. A-F only. Pre: consent. (Once a year)

IS 611 Integrative Seminar in Gerontology (V)

Integrative seminar. A-F only. Pre: graduate standing or consent.

IS 610 Field Study in Gerontology (V)

Individually designed field experience for advanced certificate in gerontology students. Placements arranged at community programs, research sites, and special projects at the Center on Aging. Repeatable one time. A-F only.

IS 499 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Directed reading and research. Repeatable one time.

IS 489 Environmental Practicum (3)

Field experience in study and abatement of environmental problems under faculty direction. Project proposal, narrative activity log, and documentary report are required. Pre: upper division standing, courses in appropriate discipline, and consent.

IS 414 Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology (3)

Introduction to the ethnographic study of speech and language. Pre: ANTH 152. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as ANTH 414 and LING 414)

IS 410 The Humboldt Brothers’ Legacy (3)

Life and thought of the two Humboldt brothers. Alexander (1769-1859) helped to lay the foundations of modern science, including geology, geography, botany, zoology, physiology and anthropology. Older, less well-known Wilhelm (1767–1835) was an influential statesman, classical scholar, man of letters, humanist, political philosopher, anthropologist and linguist, and founded the University of Berlin. Review of the two polymaths’ impact on modern science in the Americas, the Pacific and Asia. A-F only. Pre: upper-division or consent.

IS 400 Ocean Internships and Research (V)

Students carry out marine-related internships, practica, research projects or field experience on-or off-campus with faculty guidance. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: minimum cum GPA of 2.5, junior or senior standing in any field of study and IS 100/BIOL 104 or consent, project proposal. (Cross-listed as BIOL 400)

IS 399 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Directed reading and research. Repeatable two times.

IS 369 British Life and Culture (3)

For Study Abroad Program students participating in the UH Mānoa Semester in London. Emphasis is placed on understanding within historical contexts important issues for contemporary British society—particularly those of class, power, gender, and race. A-F only. Pre: participation in London Semester Program.

IS 361 People, the Ocean and the Environment (3)

People’s impact on quality of coastal and ocean environments, especially Hawaiian; scientific, legal, socioeconomic aspects. Ocean pollution, ocean technology. Pre: OCN 201, ORE 202, or ZOOL 200; or consent.

IS 347 Pidgin and Creole Languages (3)

Nature, history, structure, and geographic distribution of pidgins and creoles. Pre: LING 102 or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as LING 347)

IS 340 Human Values and the Environment (3)

Examination of nature-culture dynamic over a range of contexts–literary ecology, systems ecology, political ecology, eco-feminism, environmental ethics–in order to articulate new possibilities for interdisciplinary understanding of the human place in nature. A-F only. Pre: any ENG DL or PHIL or GEO course, or consent. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as SUST 340)

IS 331 Science and Culture (3)

Cultural studies of science from historical, philosophical, sociological and literary perspectives. Examination of intersections of science, race, gender and environment. A-F only. Pre: upper division or consent.

IS 330 Information Technology and Culture (3)

Investigation of the impact of information technologies on contemporary culture from a variety of perspectives. A-F only. Pre: upper division or consent.

IS 322 Ethnohistory (3)

Review of ethnohistory, i.e. the interdisciplinary, holistic and inclusive investigation of the histories of native peoples drawing not only on documented sources, but also on ethnography, linguistics, archaeology, ecology and other disciplines as an alternative to conventional Eurocolonial history. A-F only. Pre: HIST 152, or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as ANTH 327)

IS 321 Native Americans and Native Hawaiians (3)

Comparative-contrastive examination of similarities and differences between Native Americans and Native Hawaiians as the only indigenous peoples of the U.S. with special attention to sociohistorical parallels and mutual contacts since contact with Europeans. Perspective is explicitly interdisciplinary by drawing not only on sociology and history, but also on archaeology, ethnology, linguistics and still other disciplines. A-F only. Pre: HIST 152 and an introductory course in cultural anthropology, political science or sociology; or consent. (Alt. years)

IS 311 Independent Study Tutorial (V)

Independent study tutorial. A-F only.

IS 305 Ethics, Aging & Society (3)

Addresses ethical issues in gerontology and long-term care for older adults as raised by public policy, health care problems, and social attitudes toward elders. Explores established practices and new directions for ethics in aging. A-F only. (Cross-listed as COA 305)

IS 300 Field Study (V)

Pre-arranged systematic field investigation of selected topics. Pre: written proposal approved by Honors director and appropriate faculty member. Repeatable up to 16 credits.

IS 250 Personal Development for Effective Teams (3)

Exploration and application of basic leadership theories and processes which foster personal and interpersonal development via cognitive experiential classroom methods and mentoring relationships with experienced peer leaders. (Cross-listed as ENGR 250)

IS 206 Introduction to Applied Gerontology: Helping Yourself and Others to Thrive in Later Life (3)

Introduction to essential information on aging and the field of gerontology. Counters ageist stereotypes, develops skills for translating research into practice, and provides an introductory survey course for the undergraduate certificate in aging. A-F only. (Crosslisted as COA 206)

IS 100 Marine Option Program Seminar (1)

Overview of ocean issues and organizations involved with marine activities, management, education, research, and business. Exploration of internships, research, and career opportunities. Preparation of resumes, proposals, and professional presentations. Not a BIOL major elective. (Cross-listed as BIOL 104)

IS 099 Mānoa International Exchange (V)

Designed for students accepted for participation in an international exchange program while enrolled at UH Mānoa. Repeatable unlimited times, credit for 12 credits only. CR/NC only. Pre: admittance to an international exchange program.

INS 431 Life Insurance (3)

Treatment of the risk of premature death through use of various life insurance policies. Policy forms, calculation of premiums, reserves, non-forfeiture values, underwriting, regulation of policy provisions, related coverage. Pre: 300.

INS 411 Property and Casualty Insurance (3)

Treatment of risk of financial loss of personal and business property and resulting loss of income occasioned by fire and allied perils. Forms of insurance used by individual business executives and firms including crime, transportation, liability, and worker compensation. Pre: 300.

INS 300 Principles of Insurance (3)

Risk management and insurance application to business and personal financial decision-making. Introduction to basic risk management concepts and techniques. Analyze various types of insurance: including life, property, casualty, liability, health, disability, and long-term care.

STE 699 Directed Reading and/or Research (V)

Individual reading and/or research. Repeatable unlimited times. A-F only. Pre: written consent.

STE 613 (Alpha) Professional Studies IV (3)

Collaborative problem solving of issues and concerns encountered in current teaching experiences. (B) licensure; (C) non-licensure. Each alpha is repeatable one time, up to six credits. A-F only.

STE 612 (Alpha) Clinical Partnership and Practice IV (V)

Full-time supervised teaching experience. (B) licensure; (C) non-licensure. Each alpha is repeatable one time, up to six credits. A-F only.

STE 610 (Alpha) Clinical Partnership and Practice III (V)

Supervised experience in instructional planning and practice teaching. (B) licensure; (C) non-licensure. Each alpha is repeatable one time, up to six credits. A-F only.

STE 604 (Alpha) Clinical Partnership and Practice II (V)

Team collaboration on responding to identified school need; supervised experience in mini-teaching. (B) licensure; (C) non-licensure. Each alpha is repeatable one time, up to 12 credits. A-F only.

STE 603 (Alpha) Professional Studies II (V)

Development of pedagogical skills in planning and implementing instruction for target subject area/grade level. (B) licensure; (C) non-licensure. Each alpha is repeatable one time, up to six credits. A-F only.

STE 602 (Alpha) Clinical Partnership and Practice I (V)

Supervised field study of a school. (B) licensure; (C) non-licensure. Each alpha is repeatable one time, up to 12 credits. A-F only.

STE 601 (Alpha) Professional Studies I (V)

Development of theoretical and practical knowledge base and skills for understanding, analyzing, and responding to teaching issues and problems. (B) licensure; (C) non-licensure. Each alpha is repeatable one time, up to six credits. A-F only.

STE 600 Master of Education in Teaching Program Seminar (1)

Mandatory program seminar for Master of Education in Teaching (MEdT) teacher candidates; access to tools and skills necessary for distance education program success, introduction to the teaching profession. CR/NC only. Pre: admission into the MEdT program, or consent.

STE 583 (Alpha) Practicum in Curriculum Development: Natural Science (3)

For in-service teachers to upgrade subject matter and develop teaching methods and materials for instruction. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only. Pre: teaching experience.

STE 582 (Alpha) Practicum in Curriculum Development: Natural Science (2)

For in-service teachers to upgrade subject matter and develop teaching methods and materials for instruction. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only. Pre: teaching experience.

STE 578 Common Core State Standards in Mathematics: Content and Curriculum for Teachers (V)

Professional development for K-12 teachers to upgrade their knowledge of mathematics content and develop their instructional strategies to be consistent with the mathematical practices of the Common Core State Standards. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only.

STE 572 Common Core State Standards in ELA: Content and Curriculum for Teachers (V)

Professional development for K-12 teachers to upgrade their knowledge of ELA content and develop their instructional strategies to be consistent with the ELA practices of the Common Core State Standards. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only.

STE 550 Newspaper in the Classroom (2)

STE 499 Directed Activity (V)

Individual work supervised by instructor. May consist of reading, research, teaching, and/or projects. Pre: consent of division director.

STE 480 Issues in Computer Education (3)

Integration of microcomputers into school curriculum and key issues related to microcomputer use in education. Pre: LTEC 442 or consent. (Cross-listed as EDCS 480)

STE 445 Educating Exceptional Students in Regular Classrooms, Secondary (3)

Teaching secondary students with disabilities and those who are gifted/talented. Meeting academic/social needs, classroom management, motivation, peer interaction, collaboration between special and regular educators. Includes an emphasis on instruction in writing.

STE 444 Education of Exceptional Children in Regular Classroom (3)

Practices that facilitate teaching special needs students in regular classrooms. Techniques for meeting academic needs, managing behavior, motivating students, increasing peer interactions, communication between special and regular educators. Includes an emphasis on instruction in writing.

STE 441 Hawaiian Studies, Methods (3)

Examination of issues in Hawaiian and U.S. views of education and their application to the teaching of Hawaiian studies. Field experience required. A-F only. Pre: 312C, 312D; or consent. Co-requisite for BEd students: 317.

STE 440 Multicultural and Social Justice Education (3)

Exploring social justice and multilingual, multicultural education with attention to Hawai‘i as our place of learning and teaching. (Cross-listed as EDCS 440)

STE 439 Office and Marketing Technology (3)

Understanding and use of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software for business applications. Explore software across the office and marketing content areas.

STE 438 Foundations of Vocational Education (3)

Historical and philosophical foundations of vocational technical education, overview of federal and state legislation and contemporary practices. Special emphasis on vocational education program in Hawai‘i.

STE 436 Cooperative Vocational Education (3)

Planned work-experience program for special areas of vocational technical education. Acceptable type of wage-earning employment. Minimum of six 40- hour weeks or 240 work hours required. Repeatable unlimited times. Pre: consent.

STE 430 Advanced Supervision of Student Teaching (3)

Advanced principles and methods: clinical supervision, observation recording, analysis, interpretation of classroom teaching; human resources supervision in student teaching. Pre: 420, successful supervision of two or more student teachers, and consent.

STE 425 Family and Community Centered Programs (3)

Knowledge and appreciation for the complex characteristics of children, families, and communities. Analysis and development of skills for creating respectful, reciprocal relationships with diverse children and families from diverse backgrounds. Lecture/lab. Pre: 318 (or concurrent), or HDFS 331 (or concurrent), or consent.

STE 420 Supervision of Student Teaching (3)

Principles and methods; role of supervisor; human resources supervision in student teaching. Open to teachers interested in pre-service teacher education. Pre: three years teaching experience and consent.

STE 417 Foundations of Early Childhood Education, Ages 3–8 (3)

Planning child-centered, responsive programs for children. Focuses on play, learning environments, integrated thematic instructional design, guidance, assessment, and family engagement in early childhood and early elementary to promote enjoyment, growth, and development. A-F only. Pre: 318.

STE 416L Teaching and Learning for Diverse Young Children Lab (3)

Continuation of 415L. CR/ NC only. Co-requisite: 416. (Cross-listed as EDCS 416L)

STE 416 Teaching and Learning for Diverse Young Children (3)

Continuation of 415: focuses on the design, implementation, evaluation of meaningful, challenging integrated curriculum that promotes comprehensive developmental and learning outcomes for diverse young children (pK-3). Pre: 415 or consent. (Cross-listed as EDCS 416)

STE 415L Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Education Lab (3)

Field experience in early childhood settings to facilitate young children’s growth and learning. CR/NC only.

STE 415 Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Education (3)

Introduction to the purposes, theories, and methods of early childhood assessment. Emphasizes observation, documentation, and assessment to provide evidence of children’s development and learning and how to use assessment to guide teaching and learning. Pre: 318 or consent. Corequisite: 415L.

STE 410 Supervision of the Observation-Participation Student (2)

Basic guidelines for developing effective team relationships between the professional teacher and the observation-participation student. Pre: two years’ teaching experience and consent.

STE 406 Seminar in Teaching Residency (3)

Analysis and resolution of current ethical issues and practices in classrooms; teaching skills and strategies; curriculum planning, professional growth and development; and integration of teaching experiences with professional standards. Instruction in preparing an extensive written portfolio. A-F only. Pre: successful completion of all required courses or consent. Co-requisite: 405(B, C, D, F, G, H, I, J, K, M, O, or P)

STE 405 (Alpha) Teaching Residency (V)

Full-time student teaching experience in school. Student teachers will receive training and evaluation for oral communication, organization, and planning skills. Subject field: (B) visual and performing arts; (C) business and marketing; (D) language arts; (F) industrial arts; (G) mathematics; (H) science; (l) social studies; (J) foreign languages; (K) music; (M) home economics; (O) elementary education; (P) English as a second language. CR/NC only. Pre: successful completion of all required courses; departmental consent.

STE 404 (Alpha) Teaching in the Subject Field (3)

Purposes, procedures, curricula, evaluation in elementary or secondary school subject field. Develops written communication skills: (B) visual and performing art; (C) business and marketing; (D) language arts; (E) physical education; (F) industrial arts/agriculture; (G) mathematics; (H) science; (I) social studies; (J) foreign languages; (K) music; (M) home economics; (N) interdisciplinary; (P) English as a Second Language. Repeatable five times for different alphas. A-F only. Pre: 401 or consent. Co-requisite: 402.

STE 403 (Alpha) Seminar in Educational Inquiry (V)

Study and discussion of general school-related topics and issues, e.g., dimensions of elementary and/ or secondary schooling, school governance, curriculum design and development, the student learner, classroom management; (B) service learning; (C) exploratory education; (D) international field study; (E) minor in education. Each alpha is repeatable one time, up to six credits. A-F only.

STE 402 (Alpha) Teaching Practicum (V)

Observation, analysis, participation and teaching in middle or high school. A seminar accompanies the field experience. Subject field: (B) visual and performing arts; (C) business and marketing; (D) language arts; (E) physical education; (F) industrial arts/agriculture; (G) mathematics; (H) science; (I) social studies; (J) foreign language; (K) music; (M) home economics; (N) interdisciplinary; (O) elementary; (P) English as a Second Language. Repeatable two times. CR/NC only. Pre: admission to COE Teacher Education Program and departmental consent.

STE 401 Principles & Methods of Literacies Within and Across the Disciplines (6-12) (3)

Examines different literacy strategies for learning content that will engage diverse adolescents across and within all disciplines. Includes a disciplinary literacies framework that influences lesson planning, classroom culture, and assessment practices. Emphasis on teaching writing. A-F only. (Spring only)

WGSS 452 Marriage and Family: Feminist Perspective (3)

Sex-role socialization, motherhood, work-family conflicts. Alternative family structures in U.S. and other countries. Recommended: at least one WS course. Pre: 151 or any 200- or 300-level WS course, or SOC 300; or consent. (Cross-listed as SOC 452)

WGSS 446 Gender Violence Over the Lifecycle (3)

Examines the problem of violence, particularly sexual violence, over the life cycle. Offers gendered perspective in activities aimed at prevention and treatment of violence, and cross cultural perspectives. Pre: 151 or any 200- or 300-level WS course, SOC 300; or consent. (Cross-listed as SOC 446)

WGSS 445 U.S. Women’s Literature and Culture (3)

Reading of selected works of U.S. women’s literature and cultural texts (such as art and film). Emphasis on historical and cultural context and diverse expressions of women’s gendered identities. (Cross-listed as AMST 455 and ENG 455)

WGSS 444 Gender and Consumption in a Global World (3)

Students learn theories of the global economy, histories of consumerism, constructions
of gendered public spaces, and how the cultural production of consumers and consumer culture functions in the process of globalization. A-F only.

WGSS 440 Feminist Methods and Research (3)

Overview of feminist issues with dominant theories of knowledge and major methodologies employed in the social sciences; and exploration of role of gender theory and feminist politics in feminist research. Pre: 151 or consent.

WGSS 439 Feminist Theory (3)

Contemporary debates in feminist theory concerning gender, race, and class; subjectivity and representation; gender and colonialism; bodies, sexualities and “nature.” Pre: any 300 level WS or POLS course, or consent. (Crosslisted as POLS 339)

WGSS 438 Gender and Environmental Philosophy (3)

Interdisciplinary approach to feminist perspectives on environmental issues; critical analysis of eco-feminism as political movement with reference to race and coloniality; cross-cultural comparison of differently-imagined relationships to non-human others, with emphasis on ethics and writing. Pre: any course 200 or above in PHIL or WGSS or any course 200 or above with a DB or DP designation, or consent. (Cross-listed as PHIL 438)

WGSS 437 Gender and Violence (3)

Interdisciplinary course will examine western constructs of gender
violence on its correlates with ethnicity, class, sexuality, nation, and empire. Repeatable one time. A-F only. Pre: one of 151, 202, 360, 361, 439, 460, 462, or consent

WGSS 436 Gender, Justice and Law (3)

Exploration of landmark U.S. Supreme Court cases related to sex and gender. Topics may include sex discrimination, sexual orientation discrimination, privacy, and reproductive freedom. A-F only. Pre: one of 151, 175, 176, 202, 360, 381, or consent. (Cross-listed as AMST 436 and POLS 368)

WGSS 435 Women and Crime (3)

Women’s relations with the criminal justice system; types of women’s offenses; responses to women’s crime; women as victims; women as workers in the criminal justice system. Recommended: at least one WS course. Pre: 151 or any 200- or 300-level WS course, or SOC 300; or consent. (Cross-listed as SOC 435)

WGSS 434 Women and Madness (3)

Interdisciplinary critical examination of the relationship between gender and mental health. Psychological research, feminist theory, autobiography, literature, and cinema. Pre: one of 202, 245, PSY 202; or consent.

STE 399 Directed Study (V)

Individual work supervised by instructor. May consist of reading, research, observation/participation, teaching, and/or projects. Repeatable up to 12 credits. Pre: consent of instructor.

STE 392 (Alpha) Student Teaching Modified (6)

Modified student teaching for individuals who have had prior extensive teaching experience or wish to repeat student teaching. CR/NC only. (C) elementary; (D) secondary. Pre: extensive teaching experience; requirements listed under “student teaching”; approval of review committee; consent. Co-requisite: 391.

STE 391 (Alpha) Seminar for Student Teaching (V)

With student teaching as context, examination of knowledge, skills, and dispositions for teaching; standards-based planning, teaching, assessment, and reflection; inclusive classroom management; professional growth and development; integration of research,
theory, and practice. Emphasis on writing instruction and ethical issues in teaching. (B) dual preparation in ECE and elementary education; (C) elementary (2); (D) secondary; (M) dual preparation in elementary education and multilingual learning (2); (S) dual preparation in elementary and special education (1). Repeatable nine times for (D). CR/NC only.

STE 390 (Alpha) Student Teaching (V)

Full-time supervised experience in school. (B) dual preparation in ECE and elementary education; (C) elementary; (D) secondary; (M) dual preparation in elementary education and multilingual learning; (S) dual preparation in elementary and special education. CR/NC only. Pre: completion of all other program requirements, passing Praxis II exam(s). Co-requisite for D: 391D.

STE 380 Managing Classrooms (3)

Analysis of the factors that contribute to learning in the classroom and the development of teacher behaviors that promote such learning. A-F only.

STE 371 Home Economics Education (3)

Curriculum design. Current educational philosophies and practices in home economics education. Teaching materials and techniques.

STE 360 Multicultural Perspectives in Education (3)

Concepts and methods to develop sensitivity and awareness of cultural influences on behaviors related to schooling. Examines intersections of Native Hawaiian culture with Asian and/or Pacific Islanders fostering multicultural respect and understanding through cross-cultural analysis. A-F only. DS

STE 353 Music in the Elementary School (2)

Goals, concepts, literature, materials, procedures, and evaluation for teaching music in grades K–6. For students in elementary education. Not intended for elementary music majors.

STE 349 Teaching Marketing and Distribution (3)

Theory and methods of teaching marketing and distribution courses. Pre: MKT 341 or MKT 351.

STE 348 Teaching Business and Office Education (3)

Theory and methods of teaching business and office education courses. Pre: ACC 201 and either ACC 200 or ACC 202.

STE 347 Management of Industrial/Agricultural Facilities (3)

Organization of instruction; handling supplies; maintaining equipment and tools; purchasing materials; keeping records; making inventories.

STE 346 Methods of Instruction, Industrial/ Agricultural Education (3)

Techniques of individual and group instruction in laboratory and related classes, evaluation of various methods.

STE 343 (Alpha) Personal and Social K-6 Health Skills (V)

Standards-based planning, teaching, assessment in health education. Developing interactive learning opportunities to teach personal and social responsibility for health through curriculum integration. Training, practice and evaluation of oral communication skills; (B) dual preparation in ECE and elementary education; (C) elementary education. A-F only.

STE 329 (Alpha) Performing Arts Expression, K-6 (V)

Standards-based teaching, with, in, through, and about music, dance, and drama. Developing verbal and non-verbal communication skills through creative expression with an emphasis on planning, teaching, and assessing preK-6 lessons that integrate the performing arts; (B) dual preparation in ECE and elementary education; (C) elementary education. A-F only.

STE 328 Responsive Pedagogy for Multilingual Learners (3)

Introduction to the teaching of multilingual learners (MLL) in an elementary school context. Teacher candidates will learn specific strategies and methods for teaching non-native speakers of English. A-F only.

STE 327 Curriculum, Materials, and Assessment Development for Multilingual Learners (3)

Introduction to the development of curriculum materials, and assessments for diverse and multilingual learners. Teacher candidates will develop their ability to organize, develop, and assess learning around standards-based subject matter and language learning objectives. A-F only.

STE 326 (Alpha) Visual Art, Elementary (V)

Scope and organization of art in pK-6 school curriculum, creative use of art media through laboratory experience; (B) dual preparation in ECE and elementary education; (C) elementary education. A-F only.

STE 325 (Alpha) Mathematics, Elementary II (V)

Inquiry-based approach to concepts and algorithms of fractions, decimals, graphing, and probability and statistics. Laboratory experiences with appropriate manipulatives; (B) dual preparation in ECE and elementary education; (C) elementary education. A-F only. Pre: 324B or consent for (B); 324C or consent for (C).

STE 324 (Alpha) Mathematics, Elementary (V)

Inquiry-based approach to concepts and algorithms of whole numbers and introduction to geometry/ measurement. Laboratory experiences with appropriate manipulatives; (B) dual preparation in ECE and elementary education; (C) elementary education. A-F only. Pre: MATH 111 and MATH 112.

STE 323 (Alpha) Science, Elementary (V)

Science education in elementary school; methods and materials; laboratory activities selected from new science curricula; (B) dual preparation in ECE and elementary education; (C) elementary education. Each alpha repeatable one time, up to 3 credits. A-F only.

STE 322 (Alpha) Social Studies, Elementary (V)

Purposes, methods, curriculum, and assessment in teaching social studies. Focus: enriching children’s understanding of the communities of which they are a part through inquiry, investigation, collaboration, and expository skills. Emphasis on writing instruction; (B) dual preparation in ECE and elementary education; (C) elementary education. A-F only.

STE 321 Social Studies and Science in Early Childhood Education (3)

Assessment, instructional methods, and materials for teaching social studies and science to children in preschool through grade 3. Emphasis on developmentally appropriate practices and lesson planning for teaching social studies and science. A-F only. Pre: 417, and 315 (or concurrent) or SPED 315 (or concurrent). (Alt. years: spring)

STE 320 Instructional and Assessment Methods for Multilingual Learners (3)

Introduction to language use and development as it relates to multilingual learners (MLL). Candidates analyze and apply strategies to create inclusive and collaborative classrooms for learners at various levels of English language development. A-F only.

STE 319 Children’s Literature (2)

Acquaintance with wide range of children’s books; criteria for evaluation of literature; using literature in the classroom.

STE 318 Child Development from Prenatal Through Age Eight (3)

Growth and development of children from prenatal through age eight. Historical and current issues through a research-based ecological, cross-cultural perspective. Focus on children’s optimal development and how this informs teaching practices in early education. A-F only.

STE 317 (Alpha) Field Experience (V)

Supervised field experience in schools. Minimum of 2 full days per week in classrooms, plus mandatory seminar scheduled by UH Mānoa field supervisor. Taken in conjunction with professional education courses; (B) dual preparation in ECE and elementary education; (C) elementary education. Repeatable two times or up to 9 credits per alpha. CR/NC only.

STE 316 Field Experience (V)

Supervised field experience in schools. Minimum of 8 hours per week in conjunction with professional education courses. Repeatable two times, up to three credits. A-F only.

STE 315 Field Training – Blended ECE (4)

Students spend 15 hours per week in settings appropriate to concurrently enrolled classes; supervision provided by participating teacher and college supervisor. Repeatable two times. A-F only. (Cross-listed as SPED 315)

STE 314 (Alpha) Principles and Methods of Writing Instruction (V)

Second of two methods courses focusing on theories and research-based practices related to writing instruction in elementary classrooms. Emphasis on writing instruction; lecture/lab; (B) dual preparation in ECE and elementary education; (C) elementary education. A-F only.

STE 313 (Alpha) Principles and Methods of Reading Instruction (V)

First of two methods courses focusing on theories and research-based practices related to reading instruction in elementary classrooms. Emphasis on writing instruction; lecture/lab; (B) dual preparation in ECE and elementary education; (C) elementary education. A-F only.

STE 312 (Alpha) Introduction to Teaching, Elementary (V)

Standards-based planning, assessment, instruction, reflection; inclusive classroom management; unique multicultural environment; issues in education and curriculum. Developing knowledgeable, effective, caring professionals to support student’s academic, social, emotional, physical needs. Emphasis on writing instruction; lecture/lab; (B) dual preparation in ECE and elementary education; (C) elementary education. A-F only.

ITM 799 Directed Reading and Research (V)

Reading and research in an area of information technology management under the direction of faculty member(s). A-F only. Pre: PhD student status in international management or consent.

ITM 706 International IT Organizational Research Methods (3)

Overview of current survey methodology and analysis in global information systems research. A-F only. Pre: PhD student status in international management or consent.

ITM 705 Research Seminar in E-Business in the Asia Pacific Region (3)

Overview of the current research issues in e-business with focus on the Asia Pacific region. A-F only. Pre: PhD student status in international management or consent.

ITM 704 Doctoral Seminar in Information Systems (3)

Extensive and critical review of the IS research literature. Can be retaken for credit. Repeatable three times. A-F only. Pre: CIS 703 (or concurrent) or consent.

ITM 699 Directed Research (V)

Reading and research in ITM under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable unlimited times. A-F only.

ITM 696 Capstone Course (V)

Individual- or team-based project with a client organization, conducted under faculty supervision, as capstone project to complete masters level work in the Masters of Science in Information Systems. Repeatable one time, up to six credits. Graduate students only. A-F only. Pre: students must complete 15 semester hours and core masters courses before capstone.

ITM 688 Management of Health Information Technology and Population Health (3)

Covers latest trends/innovations in HIT designed to reduce costs, improve quality/access, and reduce outcome disparity through population health management. Includes management of financial, organizational, and professional barriers to effective HIT. A-F only. Graduate students only. (Alt. years)

ITM 685 Digitally-Enabled Business Processes (3)

Business process analysis, design, and implementation of new business processes enabled by digital platforms. Concepts, methods, and techniques to support proto