Course Descriptions

• Horticulture
• 0 Credit(s)
• (0) Contact Hour(s)

A practical investigation of insect structure and function, ecology, behavior, and life history, as well as strategies of integrated pest management (IPM). The class will discuss various pesticides, modes of action and toxicity, environmental impact and possible effects on the applicator. Students will report on current topics such as vectors of plant and animal diseases, and the challenges to pollinator populations. Training in identification, monitoring, sampling methods, biological control and conventional crop protection approaches prepare the student for professional opportunities.Prerequisite: Take BIO-121 or BIO-125 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Horticulture
• 4 Credit(s)
• (4) Contact Hour(s)

• Horticulture
• 0 Credit(s)
• (0) Contact Hour(s)

• Horticulture
• 1 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

The purpose of this course is to provide students with a short-term cultural travel experience designed to prepare them for meaningful participation in today's global society. This study abroad experience is conducted in different locations throughout the French-speaking world. The course will emphasize developing an understanding and appreciation of the host country culture. Students will learn simple French vocabulary to facilitate their interactions with the native population in the host country, and will also have the opportunity to tour various sites of interest. Students will be housed in family homestay accommodations for the duration of the travel experience (to the extent possible). Open to all students, regardless of academic program. Students must complete an application form, provide two (2) letters of recommendation, and receive permission of instructor. Previous study of French is recommended, but not required.

• Humanities
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

The purpose of this course is to provide students with a short-term cultural travel experience designed to prepare them for meaningful participation in today's global society. This study abroad experience is conducted in different locations throughout the Spanish-speaking world. The course will emphasize developing an understanding and appreciation of the host country culture. Students will learn simple Spanish vocabulary to facilitate their interactions with the native population in the host country, and will also have the opportunity to tour various sites of interest. Students will be housed in family homestay accommodations for the duration of the travel experience (to the extent possible). Open to all students, regardless of academic program. Students must complete an application form, provide two (2) letters of recommendation, and receive permission of instructor. Previous study of Spanish is recommended, but not required.

• Humanities
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

An introduction to the contemporary Human Service field. It includes a philosophical and theoretical orientation to Human Services; exploration of agency structure, personnel and services and an agency visitation. Professional and personal human services competencies, ethics and the law are also examined.

• Human Services
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course focuses on the case management process. Students develop a basic understanding of the primary concepts and process of case management. Attention is paid to documentation, the interview, assessment, developing a service plan, managing information, networking, monitoring services, referral and successful termination and discharge.Prerequisite: Take HUS-102 with a Minimum Grade of C-, Co-requisite: Co-requisite: HUS-150.

• Human Services
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

A survey of basic counseling techniques, including an overview of the various schools of counseling-the dynamics of communication, interviewing, resolving resistances by dealing with case materials, and role playing.

• Human Services
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

• Human Services
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)