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IEE 5420 - Human Factors Engineering
The process of designing for human use. The course covers the study of the interactions between the individual, equipment, products, and the environment in any human-task-environment system. Topics include human capabilities and limitations; human input, output, and control; work space design; and the work environment.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Recommended, IEE 2610 or equivalent.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to upperclass and graduate students.
Lecture Hours - Laboratory Hours: (3 - 0)
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IEE 5570 - Special Topics in Industrial Engineering
Study of special topics in industrial engineering. The specific topic will be shown in the course title when scheduled.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department approval.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit with a different topic. Open to upperclass and graduate students.
Lecture Hours - Laboratory Hours: (3 - 0)
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INTL 3300 - Education Abroad - WMU Programs
Student participation in approved college-level programs of study in a college or university outside the United States administered and organized by Western Michigan University Study Abroad.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Prior approval for major/minor credit required by the major or minor department advisor, and approval from WMU Study Abroad (Haenicke Institute for Global Education).
Credits: 1 to 19 hours
Notes: Appropriate host university courses may be used to fulfill some areas of the College of Arts and Sciences Liberal Education Curriculum or the University General Education Program, as approved by the student’s college advising office. Approvals of courses should be obtained prior to departure. Credit is awarded based on transcript from host university. May be repeated for up to 32 credit hours.
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INTL 3310 - Education Abroad - Non-WMU Programs
Student participation in approved college-level programs of study in a college or university outside the United States administered by Western Michigan University Study Abroad but organized by an institution other than Western Michigan University.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Prior approval for major/minor credit required by the major or minor department advisor, and approval from WMU Study Abroad (Haenicke Institute for Global Education).
Credits: 1 to 19 hours
Notes: Appropriate courses may be used to fulfill some areas of the College of Arts and Sciences Liberal Education Curriculum or the University General Education Program, as approved by the student’s college advising office. Approvals of host university courses should be obtained prior to departure. Credit is awarded based on transcript from host university. May be repeated for up to 32 credit hours.
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INTL 4040 - Special Topics Abroad
Undergraduate student experiences conducted outside the United States. Topics listed in Schedule of Classes.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Prior approval of the appropriate department chair or major advisor, and approval from WMU Study Abroad (Haenicke Institute for Global Education).
Credits: 1 to 9 hours
Notes: Appropriate courses may be used to fulfill some areas of the College of Arts and Sciences Liberal Education Curriculum or the University General Education Program, as approved by the student’s college advising office. Approvals of host university courses should be obtained prior to departure. May be repeated for credit.
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IPE 2350 - Special Topics in Interprofessional Education
This is a variable topics, variable credit undergraduate level course for consideration of current and special interests in health and human services. Specific topics and number of credit hours will be announced each time the course is scheduled.
Credits: 1 to 4 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit.
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IPE 3050 - Study Abroad and Global Learning in Health and Human Services
Seminars in Health and Human Services conducted outside the United States by WMU faculty or others associated with WMU. Students who complete such a seminar may receive credit toward the general education requirements in Area IV.
Credits: 1 to 6 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Area IV: Other Cultures and Civilizations. May be repeated for credit.
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IPE 4350 - Special Topics in Interprofessional Education
This is a variable topics, variable credit undergraduate level course for consideration of current and special interests in health and human services. Specific topics and number of credit hours will be announced each time the course is scheduled.
Credits: 1 to 4 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit.
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ITAL 1000 - Basic Italian I
Fundamentals of Italian with communicative emphasis. Italian cultural readings.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Foreign Languages.
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ITAL 1010 - Basic Italian II
Continuation of ITAL 1000.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ITAL 1000 or instructor approval.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Foreign Languages.
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ITAL 4760 - Foreign Study - non WMU
Student participation in pre-approved program of study abroad that is not through Western Michigan University.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Prior approval of departmental advisor or chairperson.
Credits: 1 to 16 hours
Notes: Repeatable for credit up to 32 credit hours.
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ITAL 4770 - Foreign Study
Student participation in departmentally approved program of study abroad. Repeatable for credit up to 32 credit hours.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Prior approval of departmental advisor and chairperson.
Credits: 1 to 16 hours
When Offered: (Fall and Winter 1 to 16 hours) Spring and Summer 1 to 8 hours
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ITAL 5020 - Italian for Graduate Study
Italian instruction for graduate students enrolled in a degree program who need knowledge of Italian for their field of study. Students will sit in appropriate level course for their learning.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Approval of department of student’s graduate program and approval of Department of World Languages and Literatures.
Credits: 3 to 4 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit. May not be taken by undergraduate students in any field.
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JPNS 1000 - Basic Japanese I
Acquisition of beginning level communicative competence of the Japanese language in all four skills - speaking (able to handle some survival situations); listening (able to understand simple everyday conversation with repetition); writing (able to write short memos, simple letters and journals); and reading (able to read all hiragana and katakana). Introduction to about 25 kanji, or Chinese characters, and some aspects of the Japanese culture and people. Introduction to computer-assisted Japanese language learning, including basic word-processing in Japanese.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Foreign Languages.
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JPNS 1010 - Basic Japanese II
Continuation of JPNS 1000. Acquisition of another 75 kanji.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: JPNS 1000 or equivalent.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Foreign Languages.
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JPNS 2000 - Intermediate Japanese I
Continuation of JPNS 1010. Achievement of intermediate level communicative competence of the Japanese language in four skills. Acquisition of another 75 kanji.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: JPNS 1010 or equivalent.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Foreign Languages.
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JPNS 2010 - Intermediate Japanese II
Continuation of JPNS 2000. Learning of another 75 kanji. Completion of basic Japanese grammar and structures.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: JPNS 2000 or equivalent.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Foreign Languages.
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JPNS 2750 - Japanese Life and Culture
This course is designed to introduce selected themes of Japanese life and culture, past and present. The main themes covered by this course are mostly linguistic, literary, philosophic, artistic, and religious. The course will be offered in English with no prerequisites and open to all students. The aim is to provide students new to the subject with an informed and balanced first impression of some of the fundamental components of Japanese culture, and to do so in such a way as to demonstrate its differences from the Western heritage while also noting their universal human value.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Area IV: Other Cultures and Civilizations.
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JPNS 3000 - Advanced Japanese I
Continuation of JPNS 2010. Study of more complex Japanese grammar and structures. Acquisition of another 100 kanji. Fundamental skills of Japanese writing both in handwriting and on the computer.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: JPNS 2010
Credits: 4 hours
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JPNS 3010 - Advanced Japanese II
Continuation of JPNS 3000. Study of more complex Japanese grammar and structures. Acquisition of another 100 kanji. Emphasis upon increasing the student’s command of conversational Japanese. The course includes role play, film viewing with discussion, speeches, debates, and other communicative activities.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: JPNS 3000
Credits: 4 hours
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JPNS 3100 - Extensive Reading in Japanese
Guided reading practicum based on student’s individual reading levels.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: JPNS 1000
Credits: 1 to 3 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit.
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JPNS 3200 - Structures of Modern Japanese
Examines the structures of the Japanese language and surveys major grammatical theories.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: JPNS 2010 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, may be taken concurrently.
Credits: 3 hours
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JPNS 3240 - Japanese for Specific Purposes
This course emphasizes the effective use of the Japanese language in specific artistic, cultural, or professional contexts. Topics may include Japanese manga, anime, cinema, artistic traditions, and business rituals and interactions. The course includes practice in reading newspapers, transcription/dictation of texts, and listening to video, film and news broadcasts.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: JPNS 2010
Credits: 3 hours
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JPNS 3250 - Close Reading in Contemporary Japanese
The course introduces students to writing in various genres, including essays, fiction, biography, and verse. Students will work on developing reading fluency and the skills to approach unfamiliar texts in modern and contemporary Japanese.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: JPNS 3010 or instructor approval.
Credits: 3 hours
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JPNS 3260 - Close Reading in Modern and Classical Japanese
The course develops student reading skills by having students read works of various genres, including non-fictional essays, historical texts, and fiction. Students will develop reading fluency and the skills to approach unfamiliar texts from the early twentieth century and before. The course will also provide an introduction to classical Japanese grammar and vocabulary.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: JPNS 3010 or instructor approval.
Credits: 3 hours
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JPNS 4510 - Advanced Japanese Language
Advanced study of conversation, composition, or reading in Japanese. Topic may vary from semester to semester.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: JPNS 3000 or JPNS 3010, or equivalent.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit with change of topic. This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Foreign Languages.
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JPNS 4760 - Foreign Study - non WMU
Student participation in pre-approved program of study abroad that is not through Western Michigan University.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Prior approval of departmental advisor or chairperson.
Credits: 1 to 16 hours
Notes: Repeatable for credit up to 32 credit hours.
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JPNS 4770 - Foreign Study
Student participation in departmentally approved program of study abroad.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Prior approval of departmental advisor and chairperson.
Credits: 1 to 16 hours
Notes: Repeatable for credit up to 32 credit hours.
When Offered: (Fall/Winter 1 to 16 hours) Spring/Summer 1 to 8 hours
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JPNS 5020 - Japanese for Graduate Study
Japanese instruction for graduate students enrolled in a degree program who need knowledge of Japanese for their field of study. Students will sit in appropriate level course for their learning.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Approval of department of student’s graduate program and approval of Department of World Languages and Literatures.
Credits: 3 to 4 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit. May not be taken by undergraduate students in any field.
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JPNS 5030 - Japanese - English Translation Practicum
This is a practical course to teach the skills for translating texts from Japanese into English. The objective of this course is to develop further language proficiency and to introduce students to the nuts and bolts of translation. Students will produce English translations from different sorts of Japanese texts, such as news, essays, documents, poetry, and short fiction.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: JPNS 2010 or instructor approval.
Credits: 1 to 4 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit. Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.
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JPNS 5100 - Studies in Japanese Culture
An intensive study of selected aspects of Japanese culture. Course varies according to topic and may be repeated for credit with permission of advisor. Representative topics include Women in Japanese Society, the Japanese Tradition to Specific Cities (e.g. Edo/Tokyo, Kyoto, Okinawa), Japanese New Cinema, and Pop Culture in Japan.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: JPNS 2750 or instructor approval.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.
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JPNS 5200 - Topics in Japanese Linguistics and Language Science
The advanced study of a language or a group of languages from a scientific point of view, such as the function and status of languages in society, the comparative history of different language families or the manipulation of language for pragmatic needs across cultures.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: May be offered as ARAB/CHIN/FREN/GER/ GREK/ITAL/JPNS/LAT/RUSS 5200. May be repeated for credit. Open to upper-class and graduate students.
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JPNS 5500 - Independent Study in Japanese
Directed individual study of a specific topic in Japanese language, literature, or culture.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Completion of four courses in Japanese or equivalent; minimum grade point average of 3.0 in Japanese; departmental approval required.
Credits: 1 to 3 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit. Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.
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JPNS 5600 - Advanced Literary Readings in Japanese
Topics will vary from semester to semester. Selections will be made from Japanese classics and contemporary fiction, to include Kawabata, Akutagawa, Murakami and Yoshimoto among others.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: JPNS 3250 and JPNS 3260, or instructor approval.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit under different topics with advisor approval. Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.
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JRN 1000 - Foundations of Journalism
An examination of the role of journalism in American society and an introduction to writing for news organizations. This course includes discussion of news values, objectivity, journalism history, libel, ethics, current events and the impact of the mass media on individuals, groups and institutions. Students will learn news story content and structure and Associated Press Style. There is a strong emphasis on news writing assignments in this course.
Credits: 3 hours
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JRN 2200 - Multimedia Journalism
A digital media course with a focus on news writing and reporting using innovative news gathering technology. Students will learn skills in gathering, writing, and disseminating news across multiple platforms including photographic, audio, video and computer-generated graphics. The principles of visual literacy will be emphasized along with related ethical and legal concepts.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: JRN 1000 with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to the following majors/minors: communication studies, pre-communications studies, journalism, pre-journalism, journalism minor, telecommunications information management, pre-telecommunications information management.
When Offered: Fall and Spring
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JRN 3100 - News Reporting Using New Media
This course develops students’ skills in news writing and reporting with an emphasis on social media and digital reporting tools. Online writing techniques, online information gathering, databases, ethics, and a variety of medium and presentation formats are covered in this course that relies heavily on out-of-class reporting. Public agencies as well as community organizations affected by them are covered.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: JRN 1000 with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to the following majors/minors: communication studies, journalism, pre-journalism, journalism minor, public relations, pre-public relations, telecommunications information management, and by instructor approval.
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 2: Baccalaureate-Level Writing.
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JRN 3200 - News Writing and Reporting
This course continues to hone students’ skills in news writing and reporting with an emphasis on out-of-class reporting and interviewing. Information gathering, ethics, current events, and a variety of types of news stories and mediums and covered. Students will learn about beat reporting, the use of public documents, and meeting coverage.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: JRN 1000 with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to the following majors/minors: communication studies, journalism, pre-journalism, journalism minor, public relations, pre-public relations, telecommunications information management, and by instructor approval.
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 2: Baccalaureate-Level Writing.
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JRN 4100 - Specialized Reporting
A writing-intensive capstone course for journalism majors and minors that explores in-depth an area of journalism. The course will include advanced reporting and writing assignments, as well as lecture in the special topic selected for that semester. Topics may include feature writing, health and science reporting, critical writing, narrative journalism and journalism history.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: JRN 3100 and (JRN 3200 or JRN 2100), with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors/minors in journalism or instructor approval.
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 2: Baccalaureate-Level Writing.
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JRN 4200 - Journalism Law and Ethics
The study of the legal and intellectual ramifications of the practice of journalism. Topics and issues include the application of Constitutional, common, and statutory law to journalism, reporting on the law and various court systems, and ethical behavior in writing and reporting news. Students will study the responsibilities of journalists to bring to their work relevant knowledge, informed judgment, critical intelligence and appropriate ethical standards.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: JRN 2100 or JRN 3100 or JRN 3200, with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to the following majors/minors: communication studies, pre-communication studies, journalism, pre-journalism, journalism minor, pre-telecommunications information management and telecommunications and information management.
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JRN 4990 - Journalism Practicum
Students must work 40 hours per credit hour during the course of the internship. Students must submit an application prior to contacting an internship sponsor and must receive prior approval from the journalism faculty.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: JRN 2100 or JRN 3100 or JRN 3200, with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites, and school approval.
Credits: 1 to 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors or minors in journalism.
Notes: May be repeated for credit; no more than 6 credit hours in combination with COM 4990 or JRN 4990.
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LANG 1000 - Basic Foreign Languages I
Study of a language not regularly offered in the department. Fundamentals of the particular language with emphasis on specific skills, as appropriate for that language.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Foreign Languages.
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LANG 1010 - Basic Foreign Languages II
Continuation of LANG 1000.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: LANG 1000 or equivalent in the same language.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Foreign Languages.
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LANG 2500 - The Nature of Language
A broad introduction to the nature and development of language in human society and to the interdisciplinary aspects of current studies of language and language behavior.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: Student cannot complete both LANG 1050 and LANG 2050 for credit. This course satisfies General Education Area V: Social and Behavioral Sciences.
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LANG 3750 - World Literature in English Translation: Views of Humanity
The content of the course will stress the observation and experience of non-Anglophone societies and cultures as depicted in major works of literature and/or cinema. All works will be studied in English translation. Universal themes about the human condition and insight into their treatment by representative writers and/or filmmakers will be presented. The course will consider the differences in treatment of individuals and society and will offer a comparison to contemporary life through various works and the social-historical background for each of the selections. The course may be repeated for credit with different content. This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 2: Baccalaureate-Level Writing, and General Education Area II: Humanities.
Credits: 3 hours
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LANG 3800 - Topics in World Languages
An exploration of literacy, linguistic, or cultural topics related to world languages.
Credits: 1 to 4 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit under different topics.
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LANG 4040 - East and West Literary Relations
Introduces students to the most important literary and cultural ties existing between the East and the West. It provides critical tools for reading literature and culture in a global context. The course will draw upon a selection of texts from diverse periods and cultures, including non-Western traditions.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit if under a different topic. This course satisfies both General Education Proficiency 2: Baccalaureate-Level Writing and General Education Area II: Humanities.
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LANG 5250 - The Practice and Theory of Literary Translation
The course examines the essential role of translation in our world of increasing globalization. Students must translate one extended text of their own choosing from any language into English. Meanwhile, readings and discussion will focus on the nuts and bolts of translation, plus the relationship between translation, literary canonization, nationalism, post-colonialism, and national representation.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: One 3000-level foreign language course or instructor approval.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit. Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.
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LANG 5500 - Independent Study in Classics
Directed, individual study of a specific topic related to Classical languages, literature, and/or culture.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Completion of four courses or equivalent in Classics; minimum grade point average of 3.0 in the major; departmental approval required.
Credits: 1 to 3 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit. Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.
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LANG 5580 - Second Language Acquisition and Teaching
Required for modern language teaching majors and minors. There will be a dual focus: a theoretical focus on second language acquisition and the ways by which non-native speakers come to acquire a second language; and a practical focus on methods of teaching in a proficiency-oriented program, as well as on the teaching and learning of culture and the pedagogical use of technologies. Students must complete this course before completing directed teaching.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Minimum of four courses, including a language at the 3160 and 3170 level, or equivalent, or instructor approval.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit. Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.
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LANG 5800 - Foreign Language for Special Purposes
The study of or practice in a specialized area in the field of language and culture such as court interpreting, medical or engineering terminology, or public school administration. The content of this course may vary from semester to semester.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Completion of four courses in area of specialization; departmental approval required.
Credits: 1 to 12 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit, provided the subject matter differs. Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.
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LAT 1000 - Basic Latin I
Fundamentals of Latin; readings emphasize Roman thought, culture, and civilization.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Foreign Languages.
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LAT 1010 - Basic Latin II
Continuation of LAT 1000.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: LAT 1000 or equivalent and Latin Monitored Exam.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Foreign Languages.
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LAT 2000 - An Introduction to the Study of Latin Literature
A review of Latin grammar based on selections from Latin authors representing various genres, for example: history, satire, political oratory, lyric poetry, comic drama.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: LAT 1010 or equivalent, and Latin Monitored Exam.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Foreign Languages.
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LAT 2010 - Latin Composition
The course will cover fundamentals of writing Latin correctly and well, including grammar, idiom, word-choice, clarity, and elegance. While the course will emphasize ancient models of Latin writing, later examples may be studied. Topics for composition may include contemporary as well as ancient subjects.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: LAT 2000 or instructor approval; Latin Monitored Exam.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Foreign Languages.
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LAT 2030 - Cicero
Selections from the writing of Cicero with special attention to improving reading skills while studying the thought and style of one of Rome’s leading statesmen and orators.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: LAT 2000 or instructor approval; Latin Monitored Exam.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Foreign Languages.
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LAT 2040 - Vergil
Readings from the works of Vergil, especially the Aeneid, with particular attention to improving language skills while exploring Vergil’s thought and style.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: LAT 2000 or equivalent; Latin Monitored Exam.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Foreign Languages.
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LAT 3240 - Latin Literature
Selections from Latin prose and poetry. Since specific readings vary according to genre, author, or period, this course may be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: LAT 2000 or equivalent.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Foreign Languages.
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LAT 4760 - Foreign Study - non WMU
Student participation in pre-approved program of study abroad that is not through Western Michigan University.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Prior approval of departmental advisor or chairperson.
Credits: 1 to 16 hours
Notes: Repeatable for credit up to 32 credit hours.
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LAT 4770 - Foreign Study
Student participation in departmentally approved program of study abroad.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Prior approval of departmental advisor and chairperson.
Credits: 1 to 16 hours
Notes: Repeatable for credit up to 32 credit hours.
When Offered: (Fall-Winter 1 to 16 hours) Spring-Summer 1 to 8 hours
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LAT 5020 - Latin for Graduate Study
Latin instruction for graduate students enrolled in a degree program who need knowledge of Latin for their field of study. Students will sit in appropriate level course for their learning.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Approval of department of student’s graduate program and approval of Department of World Languages and Literatures.
Credits: 3 to 4 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit. May not be taken by undergraduate students in any field.
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LAT 5030 - Latin - English Translation Practicum
This is a practical course to teach the skills for translating texts from Latin into English. The objective of this course is to develop further language proficiency and to introduce students to the nuts and bolts of translation. Students will produce English translations from different sorts of Latin texts, such as essays, poetry, documents, and short fiction.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: LAT 2010 or instructor approval.
Credits: 1 to 4 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit. Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.
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LAT 5500 - Independent Study in Latin
Directed, individual study of a specific topic in Latin literature or linguistics.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Completion of four courses in Latin; minimum grade point average of 3.0 in the major; departmental approval required.
Credits: 1 to 3 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit. Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.
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LAT 5570 - Teaching of Latin
The purpose of the course is to acquaint the prospective teacher with theory and practice appropriate to the teaching of the Latin language, literature, and culture in its classical context and as it relates to the modern world. Required of Latin teaching majors and minors.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Completion of four courses, or equivalent, in Latin; or instructor approval.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.
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LAT 5600 - Medieval Latin
A survey of the development of medieval Latin from late antiquity to the Renaissance. Specimens will include major literary and documentary sources of the medieval centuries including new genres such as hagiography, monastic rules, hymns, and homilies.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: One 2000-level Latin course or LAT 3240 or instructor approval.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.
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LAW 3500 - Computer Law
Students will learn how the legal systems of the United States and other countries address the legal challenges raised by rapidly changing computer technology. Students will learn what laws apply to their business and personal actions so that they can make the most appropriate decisions. However, more importantly, students will learn how those laws were passed and why.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors across multiple departments. Please see advisor for specific program restrictions.
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Area V: Social and Behavioral Sciences.
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LAW 3800 - Legal Environment
An introduction to the legal environment in society. An examination of the role of law in society, the structure of the American legal system and the basic legal principles governing individual conduct.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors/minors across multiple departments. Please see advisor for specific program restrictions.
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LAW 3820 - Business Law
The study of law affecting common business transactions. The course examines the formation and performance of contracts, basic types of property interests, and key aspects of laws affecting commercial paper. Sales law, creditor-debtor relationships, and estate planning laws are briefly discussed.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: LAW 3800
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors/minors across multiple departments. Please see advisor for specific program restrictions.
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LAW 3840 - Criminal Law and Procedure
This course surveys the laws and procedures underlying the American criminal justice system. After an introduction to the philosophy and sources of criminal law, the course investigates the legal definition of particular crimes and studies their elements. Legal procedures from arrest, through pre-trial and trial phases, to sentencing, probation and parole are also considered, together with relevant evidentiary topics.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors/minors across multiple departments. Please see advisor for specific program restrictions.
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LAW 4840 - International Business Law
A study of national, regional and international laws which affect the conduct of international business. An examination of the legal regulations which promote or restraint trade or investment by international business firms.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: LAW 3800
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors/minors across multiple departments. Please see advisor for specific program restrictions.
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LAW 4860 - Marketing and Sales Law
The course examines the law as it applies to the sale of goods, warranties affecting such sales and the methods of financing those sales. Legal obligations imposed upon and risks assumed by the seller are emphasized.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: LAW 3800
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors/minors across multiple departments. Please see advisor for specific program restrictions.
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LAW 4870 - Accounting Ethics and Legal Liability
This course provides students with an opportunity to examine the ethical and legal issues affecting the work of accountants and related business professionals. The goals of this course include providing students with the ability to recognize the ethical implications of accounting issues, develop the abilities needed to deal with ethical conflicts and dilemmas, and learn to deal with the uncertainties of the accounting profession. Students will study the following topics: ethical theory; concepts and tools for recognizing and analyzing ethical issues in accounting and business; promoting ethical behavior in corporations and institutions; the social and legal responsibilities of accountants, including their obligations under Sarbanes-Oxley; the role of business and accounting in a free market economy; and the role of the accounting business profession in contemporary American society.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ACTY 2100, ACTY 2110 and LAW 3800.
Credits: 3 hours
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LAW 4880 - Legal Aspects of Entrepreneurship
This course will cover the legal aspects of entrepreneurship. For example, should a person set up her start-up venture as a sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation or limited liability company? The course will trace the development of a successful start-up all the way to the IPO. The course will also cover intellectual property, employment law, the law regarding business competition and legal issues relating to the raising of capital.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: LAW 3800
Credits: 3 hours
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LAW 4980 - Readings and Research in Commercial Law
Directed individual study of legal problems that are not treated in departmental course offerings.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Written approval of instructor and department chair.
Credits: 1 to 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors/minors across multiple departments. Please see advisor for specific program restrictions.
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LS 1040 - Effective Reading for College Students
Designed to provide the student with skills in vocabulary development, comprehension, and reading efficiency. Attention is given to the effective use of text and reference books in academic subjects, inferential reading, and synthesis of main ideas. Credit for course will not apply to the number of credit hours needed for graduation from WMU.
Credits: 2 hours
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LS 3050 - K-12 Content Area Literacy
This course is designed to provide the K-12 preservice content area teacher (Art; Human Performance and Health Education; Music; Vocational Education) with the knowledge and skills necessary to assist students in using the language processes-reading, writing, speaking, listening, thinking, as well as performance-as tools for learning. Students will explore the following topics: 1) factors affecting the learner; 2) instructional methods designed to meet the needs of a diverse population; 3) the nature of the reading process and reading to learn; 4) implications of current research on teaching and learning; 5) ways to integrate language arts across the curriculum. The major goal of the course is the application of course concepts and strategies to subject area instruction.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ED 2500 and admission to the College of Education and Human Development.
Credits: 3 hours
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LS 3770 - Literacy I: Early Literacy and Language Acquisition
This course addresses early literacy and oral language processes in readers and writers in pre-K through 3rd grade. Preservice teachers will examine how young learners’ first experiences with language and literacy help shape them as readers and writers. Preservice teachers will learn about evidence-based literacy practices and standards for literacy including letters/sounds, word recognition, comprehension, fluency, vocabulary, critical thinking, speaking, listening and writing. Preservice teachers will explore the sociocultural, linguistic, and dynamic nature of language and how these factors inform responsive instructional planning based on formative and summative assessments. Multiple materials, genres, multimodal resources, texts, and assessments will be used to meet learners’ instructional needs, and effective communication with caregivers, colleagues, and stakeholders will be emphasized. Students will complete 6-9 hours of a field experience in an educational setting. Program requires a grade of “CB” or better. May repeat course one time only.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ED 3090 or ED3100, with a grade of “CB” or better in all prerequisites. These prerequisites may be taken concurrently.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in education.
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LS 3780 - Literacy II: Literacy/Language Arts across Disciplines
This course explores teaching methods, materials, and assessments that foster independent and strategic uses of literacy for students in grades K-8 across all subject areas (disciplines). Preservice teacher will explore and participate in literacy as a social, cultural, cognitive and critical process. The emphasis will be on how learners create meaning across multiple contexts in and out of school through literacy. Candidates will study ways to integrate literacy learning through a wide application of literacy practices, strategies, varied texts and multimedia to meet individualized needs of all learners. Candidates will design, select, and modify materials and assessments in response to student needs. This course addresses current standards for K-8 learners and for professionals seeking elementary K-8 certification. A field placement is required with this course. Students complete 18 hours of field experience with K-8 learners. Program requires a grade of “CB” or better. May repeat course one time only.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: LS 3770 with a grade of “CB” or better.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in education.
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LS 3790 - Literacy III: Literacy/Language Inquiry and Multiple Media
This course will build upon the concepts and strategies learned in Literacy I & II. Students (teacher candidates) will learn to organize multiple materials for instruction using an inquiry framework focusing on literacy development as a life-long process. Students will learn how to support children in the use of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and visual representation as a means to generate questions, to gather and organize data, and to analyze, synthesize and critique information for all content areas. Meeting the standards of the Michigan Curriculum Framework, students will connect inquiry instruction in an integrated curriculum to help young learners engage in critical thinking, problem solving, and independent literacy activities. Students will learn to evaluate materials and administer assessments to identify readers’ strengths and needs. Designed for students seeking K-8 certification.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: LS 3780.
Credits: 3 hours
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LS 4050 - Secondary Content Literacy
This course explores content literacy as it relates to the acquisition of new knowledge in various subject areas. Students will apply the cognitive components of content literacy through assessment of learners and subject area materials, as well as instructional procedures designed to meet the needs of diverse students. Requires participating in a secondary classroom for a minimum of two class periods three days per week. Program requires a grade of “CB” or better. May repeat course one time only.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Minimum of 70 earned credit hours, ED 3000 and ED 4060 with a grade of “CB” or better (ED 4060 may be taken concurrently).
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: This course is restricted to Secondary Education majors.
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LS 5020 - Curriculum Workshop
Opportunity provided for teachers, supervisors and administrators in selected school systems to develop programs of curricular improvement. This may include short-term offerings to resolve a particular curricular problem, as well as long-range curriculum studies. A wide variety of resources is used for instructional purposes, including several specialists, library and laboratory facilities, field trips, audiovisual materials, and the like. Each offering of LS 5020 will be given an appropriate subtitle, which will be listed on the student’s official transcript. Students may earn up to three hours of credit for any given subtitle.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Advisor approval.
Credits: 1-6 hours
Notes: No more than three hours of LS 5020 may be applied toward the master’s degree with advisor’s approval.
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LS 5100 - Diversity in Language, Literacy, and Learning
This course explores how diversity influences language, literacy, and learning in K-8 settings. Students will examine and apply theories and research on instructional practices responsive to students’ local, national, and international histories, individual identities, and languages/dialects as they affect language and literacy learning. The course emphasizes language arts and literacy instruction that promotes social justice and critical engagement with complex issues related to maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable society.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to upperclass and graduate students.
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LS 5160 - Professional Symposium in Reading
This course meets the Michigan reading course requirement for K-12 teachers seeking professional certification. The course examines reading, writing, and thinking processes with an emphasis on reading, writing, and communication across disciplines and across all grade levels. Special emphasis will be placed on the foundations of reading and writing, language development; vocabulary/concept development; sociocultural and linguistic factors that influence literacy; and the effective use of standards, strategic instruction, and assessment to support the diverse needs of all students.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to upperclass and graduate students.
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LS 5220 - Teaching Reading with Children’s Literature
Engage candidates in a wide reading of children’s literature with particular application to classroom curriculum and instruction. Candidates will explore multiple genres of texts, both print and electronic, to support and enhance young students’ learning and develop methods for integrating children’s literature throughout the curriculum.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.
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LS 5260 - Teaching Reading with Adolescent Literature
Engage candidates in a wide reading of young adult literature with particular application to classroom curriculum and instruction. Candidates will explore multiple genres of texts, both print and electronic, to support and enhance adolescent students’ learning and develop methods for integrating young adult literature throughout the curriculum.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.
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LS 5980 - Selected Readings in Education
Designed for highly qualified students who wish to study in-depth some aspect of literacy studies under a member of the departmental staff.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Advisor and department approval.
Credits: 1-4 hours
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LWIR 2000 - U.S. Civil Rights Movements
Provides students with a cross-cultural and historical perspective on civil rights movements in the U.S. Students will gain a broad understanding of race and the social movements that have occurred to promote equal rights under the law, primarily focusing on African Americans, but also considering the struggles of Native Americans and Latinos. This course will focus on the period of struggle from 1954 to the present.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: Fall
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LWIR 3500 - Special Topics in Race and Ethnic Relations
Courses in this topical area will examine various topics through the lens of race or ethnic relations.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Specific topics will be listed in Course Offerings. May be repeated for credit under different topics.
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LWIR 4000 - Research in Race and Ethnic Relations
Provides students with a foundation in theory, methods and concepts needed to conduct research in race and ethnic relations. Students prepare a research proposal that, upon approval of the instructor, becomes the basis for a research project. Research findings are presented to the class in an oral presentation and in the form of a written research report.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Completion of at least 12 credits of recommended courses toward the minor in Race and Ethnic Relations.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: This is the capstone course for the minor in Race and Ethnic Relations.
When Offered: Fall or Spring
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MATH 1090 - Pre-Algebra
Designed to sharpen computational skills and strengthen analytical thinking. Students are encouraged to find patterns, make conjectures, and judge the validity of conjectures. Topics include integers, rational numbers, proportional reasoning, and geometry. Variables and problem solving are emphasized throughout the course.
Credits: 2 hours
Notes: This course is required of students who place into Math 1090; students who place into Math 1110 (Algebra II) or higher must request departmental approval to enroll. Contact the department office for information on placement. Credit for course will not apply to the number of credit hours needed for graduation from WMU. Tutoring is available for all Math 1090 students.
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MATH 1100 - Algebra I
Designed to sharpen algebra skills and concepts, and strengthen analytical thinking. Topics include: arithmetic foundations of algebra, properties of real numbers, linear equations and inequalities, systems of linear equations expressions, equivalent linear expressions, and function sense. Variable and function sense are considered in terms of four representations: verbal, graphical, symbolic and numerical. Students find patterns, make conjectures, and judge the validity of given conjectures.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MATH 1090 with a grade of “C” or better, or by placement into the course. Placement may be determined by ACT/SAT scores and/or by a Department of Mathematics placement mechanism.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Credit for MATH 1100 will not be granted to anyone having already received credit with a grade of “C” or better in any of MATH 1110, 1160, 1180, 1220, or 2000 or equivalent transferable courses. A graphing calculator is required. Tutoring is available for all Math 1100 students.
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MATH 1110 - Algebra II
Designed to sharpen algebra skills and concepts in a function-based setting. Topics include: linear functions, quadratic functions, rational functions, composing and decomposing functions, inverse functions, logarithmic and exponential functions. In addition, the course emphasizes symbol manipulation with reason and the importance of reading a textbook.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MATH 1100 with a grade of “C” or better, or by placement into the course. Placement may be determined by ACT/SAT scores and/or by a Department of Mathematics placement mechanism.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Credit for MATH 1110 will not be granted to anyone having already received credit with a grade of “C” or better in any of MATH 1180, 1220, 2000 or equivalent transferable courses. A graphing calculator is required. Tutoring is available for all Math 1110 students.
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MATH 1140 - Excursions in Mathematics
This course satisfies the general education requirement of a college level mathematics course. It is intended for students whose programs of study have no further mathematics requirements. Its purpose is to develop an awareness of the use of mathematics in the world around us. Areas of application may include: compound interest and monetary growth, planning and scheduling, collecting and interpreting data, games and decision making, measurement and geometry, patterns and art.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MATH 1100 with a grade of “C” or better, or by placement into the course. Placement may be determined by ACT/SAT scores and/or by a Department of Mathematics placement mechanism.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: A graphing calculator is required. This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 3: College-Level Mathematics or Quantitative Reasoning.
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MATH 1160 - Finite Mathematics with Applications
This course is designed to give the student a background in the elements of finite mathematics. Included will be a discussion of: sets, relations and functions; systems of linear equations and inequalities; vectors and matrices; concepts of probability; random variables and distribution functions; applications of linear algebra and probability; concepts of financial mathematics.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MATH 1100 or by placement into the course. Placement may be determined by completing 2 years of college preparatory mathematics, by ACT/SAT scores and/or by a Department of Mathematics placement mechanism.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Tutoring is available for all Math 1160 students. A graphing calculator is required. This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 3: College-Level Mathematics or Quantitative Reasoning.
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MATH 1180 - Precalculus Mathematics
This course is designed to enhance algebraic, graphical, and trigonometric skills and concepts necessary for calculus. Topics include: functions (such as linear, quadratic, power, root, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric), polynomials, trigonometry, coordinate systems and conic sections. Students will learn methods without and with the use of graphing calculators.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MATH 1110 or by placement into the course. Placement may be determined by completing at least 3 years of college preparatory mathematics, by ACT/SAT scores and/or by a Department of Mathematics placement mechanism.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: Tutoring is available for all Math 1180 students. A graphing calculator is required. This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 3: College-Level Mathematics or Quantitative Reasoning.
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MATH 1220 - Calculus I
The first of a two-semester sequence in differential and integral calculus. Functions, limits, continuity, techniques and applications of differentiation, integration, trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MATH 1180 or by placement into the course. Placement may be determined by ACT/SAT scores and/or by a Department of Mathematics placement mechanism.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: Tutoring is available for all Math 1220 students. A graphing calculator is required. Students who take more than one of MATH 1220, MATH 1700, or MATH 2000 will receive only 4 hours of credit toward graduation. This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Mathematics or Quantitative Reasoning.
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MATH 1230 - Calculus II
A continuation of Calculus I. Techniques and applications of integration, trigonometric functions, sequences and series, indeterminate forms, improper integrals, applications to elementary differential equations.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MATH 1220 (recommended) or MATH 1700.
Credits: 4 hours
Notes: A graphing calculator is required.
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MATH 1450 - Discrete Mathematical Structures
Sets, functions, relations, graphs, digraphs, trees, recursion, mathematical induction and other proof techniques, counting techniques, Boolean Algebras and asymptotic analysis of algorithms. The relationship of these concepts with computer science will be emphasized.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: MATH 1220 or MATH 1230 or MATH 1700 or MATH 1710, and an introductory programming course.
Credits: 3 hours
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MATH 1500 - Number Concepts for Elementary/Middle School Teachers
This course provides a foundation in number concepts appropriate for elementary and middle school teachers. Topics include numeration systems, number theory, rational numbers, and integers. Emphasis is placed on conceptual understanding, problem solving, mental arithmetic, and computational estimation.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MATH 1100 with a grade of “C” or better, or by placement into the course. Placement may be determined by ACT/SAT scores and/or by a Department of Mathematics placement mechanism.
Credits: 4 hours
Restrictions: This course is restricted to those whose curricula include either Elementary Education or Special Education.
Notes: A graphing calculator is required. This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 3: College-Level Mathematics or Quantitative Reasoning.
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