Students are required to complete 12 credits of advisor-approved upper division public health electives. Students may take courses from within the public health department or from the list below.

OTHER PUBLIC HEALTH ELECTIVE COURSES

ANTH 301 – Culture and Health (3 cr)
Social and cultural aspects of medicine; the relationship of medicine to the beliefs, social systems, ecological adaptations, and cultural changes of human groups. DS

ANTH 427 – Food, Health, and Society (3 cr)
How human groups identify, collect, create, and transform foods; how they shape those into dietary behavior, and the influence of those behaviors on health. Pre: junior standing or higher or consent. DS

ANTH 463 – Anthropology of Global Health and Development (3 cr)
Seminar explores the definitions and histories of development and global health initiatives in developing countries from an anthropological perspective. Reading materials include scholarly and popular texts that propose and critique solutions to global poverty. Sophomore standing or higher. A-F only. Pre: 152 or 301. (Alt years) DS

BIOC 441 – Basic Biochemistry (4 cr)
Principles of biochemistry, applicable to medicine and real-life situations, involving metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, and vitamins. Taught by biomedical researchers. Evaluated based on exams, quizzes, homework, and group presentation. DB

BIOL 350 – Sex Differences in the Life Cycle (3 cr)
Human sex differences, their biological basis and significance; genetic, hormonal, and behavioral determinants of sexual differentiation; biology of gender, sexuality, parenting, menopause, and aging. Pre: one semester of biological science. (Cross-listed as WGSS 350) DB

BIOL 375 – Genetics (3 cr)
Genetic concepts at advanced undergraduate level; genetic transmission, recombination, gene action, mutation, population and evolutionary genetics. Pre: 275 or consent. DB

BIOL 375L – Genetics Lab (2 cr)
(1 4-hr Lab) Experiments with a variety of organisms to illustrate principles discussed in BIOL 375. Pre: 275/275L, 375 (or concurrent) or consent. DY

BIOL 402 Principles of Biochemistry (4 cr)
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 275/275L, and CHEM 273; or consent. (Cross-listed as MBBE 402) DB 

ECON 434 – Health Economics (3 cr)
Private and public demand for health, health insurance, and medical care; efficient production and utilization of services; models of hospital and physician behavior; optimal public policy. Pre: 301 or consent. DS

EDEP 411 – Seminar in Contemporary Perspectives in Educational Psychology (3 cr)
In-depth analysis of contemporary issues in education from the theoretical and methodological perspectives of the faculty in educational psychology. Focuses on oral communication and intensive writing skills. Repeatable one time. DS
Note: Only sections taught by Kristen Scholly are applicable to the Public Health major

EDEF 360 – Introduction to Multicultural Education (3 cr)
Concepts and methods to develop sensitivity and awareness of cultural influences on behavior as these relate to the schooling process.A-F only.  DS 

FSHN 451 – Community Nutrition and Nutrition Education (4 cr)
(4 Lec) Concepts and methods of nutrition program planning and nutrition education; analysis of nutritional problems of local, national, and international communities; strategies used to educate groups or individuals. A-F only. Pre: (370 and either HDFS 380 or NREM 310) with a minimum grade of C; or consent.

FSHN 475 – Applied Human Nutrition (3 cr)
Application of basic nutrition principles; includes sources and functions of essential nutrients and food patterns compatible with nutrient needs, health, disease prevention, and sustainability. Intended for undergraduate and graduate students. Pre: CHEM 161 (or higher) or BIOC 241 (or higher); PHYL 141, BIOL 171; or consent. DB

FSHN 476 – Cultural Aspects of Food Habits (3 cr)
Study of eating from behavioral perspectives. Implications for health practitioners and health education. Pre: two classes from ANTH 151 or higher or SOC 100 or higher or PSY 100 or higher. (Alt. years: spring)

FSHN 480 – Nutrition in Exercise and Sport (3 cr)
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 KRS 480) DB

FSHN 488 – Obesity, Science, and Issues (2 cr)
In-depth study of obesity, including research, etiology, treatment, and prevention. Pre: 485 with a minimum grade of C.

GEO 404 – Climate, Air Quality, & Policy (3 cr)
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 SUST 404). DS

HDFS 332 – Childhood (3 cr)
Intensive investigation into developmental aspects of 6–12 year old children. Historical and current issues, research, and examination of the role of schools and other community resources. Focus on optimal development. Pre: 230 or consent. DS 

HDFS 350 – Leadership and Group Process (3)
Exploration of leadership research and theories and their application to leadership development; designed to enhance personal and interactive leadership. Pre: any FG course.

HDFS 352 – Community Needs and Resources (3 cr)
Theory and practice in determining community needs and resources; community resources development based on needs identification. Pre: any FG course. DS

HDFS 452 – Community Program Development (3 cr)
Concepts and theories of community program development; principles, practices, and procedures in administration and supervision of volunteer services surveyed and analyzed. Pre: 352.

KRS 353 Structural Kinesiology (3 cr)
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.  DB

KRS 354 Exercise and Sport Physiology (3 cr)
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. DB

KRS 354L Exercise and Sport Physiology Lab (2 cr)
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 401 Advanced Health Concepts  (3 cr)
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 463 Sport Biomechanics (3 cr)
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. DB

MATH 304 – Mathematical Modeling: Deterministic Models (3 cr)
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 305 – Mathematical Modeling: Probabilistic Models (3 cr)
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 331 –  Introduction to Real Analysis (3 cr)
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 373 – Elementary Statistics (3 cr)
Estimation, tests of significance, the concept of power. Pre: 371 or consent.

MICR 351 – Biology of Microorganisms (3 cr)
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. DB

MICR 351L – Biology of Microorganisms Lab (2 cr)
(2 3-hr Lab) Laboratory exercises to accompany 351. Pre: CHEM 272/272L, and BIOL 171, or equivalent. Co-requisite: 351. DY

NREM 420 – Community and Natural Resource Management (3 cr)
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)

OCN 340 Ecology of Infectious Diseases and Symbioses (3 cr)
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)

PACS 301 – Pacific Communities in Hawai’i (3 cr)
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. DS

PEPS 350 – Invasive Pest Species (3 cr)
Ecological, economic and sociological impacts of invasive pest species on tropical ecosystems; characteristics of invasive species and nature of vulnerable habitats; management of invasive species or eradication options; impacts on evolution, biological diversity and ecological stability. Open to nonmajors. (Alt. years: spring) DB

PEPS 451 Environmental Law (3 cr)
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.

PHIL 310 Ethics in Health Care (3 cr)
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. DH

PLAN 310 Introduction to Planning (3cr)
Perspectives on planning; planning tools and methods; specific Hawai‘i planning–research problems from a multidisciplinary approach. Junior standing or higher or consent. (Cross-listed as GEOG 310) DS

POLS 324 – Global Environmental Politics (3 cr)
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). DS

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). DS

PSY 476 – Health Psychology (3 cr)
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. DS

SOC 354 – Survey of Medical Sociology (3 cr)
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. DS

SOC 453 – Analysis in Sociology of Aging (3 cr)
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. DS

TRMD 431 – Principles of Medical Parasitology (2 cr)
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)

WGSS 305 – Women and Health (3 cr)
Explores current issues in the conceptualization and delivery of health care for women. Pre: 151 or 202, or SOC 100 or any 200-level SOC course, or POLS 110; or consent. (Cross-listed as SOC 305) DS

WGSS 306 Indigenous Women’s Health (3 cr)
Examines issues of indigenous women’s health pre and post colonial in Hawai’i, Asia, and the Pacific regions. A-F only. Pre: one of 151, 202, 305; or HWST 107, HWST 270 or HWST 285; or consent. DS

WGSS 367 Sustainability, Technoscience, and Social Justice (3 cr)
Examines politics of sustainability and technoscience with an explicit attention to social justice and power relations in society. A-F only. Pre: 151 or any 200- or 300-level WGSS course, or SOC 100 or any 200-level SOC course, or consent. (Fall only) (Crosslisted as SOC 367 and SUST 367) DS

WGSS 390 Gender and Race in US Society (3cr)
Historical and sociological studies of race and gender in U.S. society; grassroots feminist and racial/justice activism on the continent and in Hawai’i. A-F only. Pre: 151 or ES 101 or junior standing. (Cross-listed as ES 390) DS