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GEOG 216 - Mapping a Changing World (4)
Learn the art and science of mapmaking (cartography), using state-of-the-art technologies like Google Earth, Global Positioning System (GPS), remotely-sensed imagery, and geographic information systems (GIS). The course provides an opportunity to develop spatial problem-solving skills using timely and appropriate global, regional, and local case studies. Offered: On rotation.
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GEOG 299 - Essentials of Geography and Environmental Studies (4)
Overview of the discipline of geography and the interdisciplinary approach to environmental studies, with an emphasis on developing the skills necessary to investigate and solve problems in an increasingly complex world. Both traditional and emerging trends in environmental and geographical inquiry are explored with an emphasis on research, writing, and presentation abilities. Offered: On rotation.
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GEOG 301 - Independent Study (1-4)
Directed reading and/or research on a topic in geography intended to give special training or preparation in subject areas not covered in the regular geography course offerings. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits. Prereqs: Geography major or minor and permission of the instructor. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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GEOG 305 - Globalization: Geographies of Economic Change (4)
Geographic examination of the world’s economy. Topics include global patterns of production and distribution, economic development, transportation, location analysis, and the globalization of the world’s economic systems. Offered: On rotation.
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GEOG 311 - Directed Teaching Experience (1-4)
Involves student participation as an undergraduate teaching assistant for a geography course under the supervision of a geography faculty member. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits. Grading is pass/fail. Prereqs: Minimum 3.5 GPA in geography courses, minimum 3.0 GPA overall, 12 hours of completed geography coursework, and permission from the supervising faculty member and the geography department chair. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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GEOG 316 - Applied GIS (4)
Builds upon content and skills acquired in GEOG 216 . This course takes GIS to the next level as students learn the knowledge and skills necessary to author, map, and display geospatial data in creative and innovative ways. Prereq: GEOG 216 . Offered: On rotation.
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GEOG 350 - Coastal and Marine Geography: Modern Marine Science (4)
Overview of the world’s oceans and the role they play in global geologic, climatologic, and biologic systems. The course investigates current ocean science and technologies, patterns of environmental change, and coastal dynamics. Cross-listed with MARS 350 . Offered: On rotation.
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GEOG 360 - Urban Geography: The North American City (4)
Geographic perspective of the past, present, and future of the American city. Topics include the historic roots of cities, development of the U.S. urban system, transportation, and the shaping of cities; social, political, and economic dynamics of urban areas; urban growth, decline, and revitalization; suburbanization; and challenges facing cities in the 21st century. Cross-listed with POLS 360 and SOCI 360 . Offered: On rotation.
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GEOG 361 - Bridging London (4)
Field-based exploration of the geography of London and its environs. Students investigate historical development, commerce, naval power, imperialism, colonialism, scientific achievement, industrial revolution, financial systems, economic frameworks, transportation, governance, urban design, community, culture, society, ethnicity, international significance, and the intersection between globalization and urbanization. Cross-listed with CLAS 361 , HIST 361 , JMC 361 , POLS 361 , SOCI 361 .
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GEOG 370 - Suburban Nation: Gates, Golf Courses, and Ghettos (4)
Addresses the fundamental questions: How did the United State become such a suburban nation? How has this pervasive suburban landscape changed over time, both in design and meaning? Using a variety of sources (film, fiction, and historical essays), the course considers the evolution of the suburban landscape from the colonial to the contemporary era. Cross-listed with HIST 370 and SOCI 370 . Offered: On rotation.
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GEOG 391 - Exploring North American Landscapes: From Wilderness to Walt Disney World (4)
Exploration of the human and physical geographies of the United States and Canada. Drawing from diverse texts, the course explores the evolution of the North American landscape. Topics to be covered include: conversion of the New World wilderness, frontier mythologies, the evolution of the American city, and the cultural impact of suburbia. Cross-listed with HIST 391 . Offered: On rotation.
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GEOG 392 - Geographies of Africa (4)
Presents a geographical exploration of Africa, focusing primarily on cultural issues. A broad range of topics will be investigated including: African stereotypes, environmental crises, social geographies of gender and religion, legacies of colonialism, and the impact of development policies throughout the region. Cross-listed with POLS 392 . Offered: On rotation.
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GEOG 395 - Giants of Asia: China and India in the 21st Century (4)
Focuses on exploring these two giant countries and understanding their emergence as important world powers in the 21st century. The course investigates the physical environment, history, culture, economy, and politics that help shape these two countries. Cross-listed with HIST 395 and POLS 395 . Offered: On rotation.
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GEOG 397 - Andes to Amazon: Physical Landscapes of Latin America (4)
Study of the geographical forces that influence the landscapes of Latin America and how they change over time. This course is organized by substantive topics rather than by country. Topics include regional specific plate tectonics, weather systems, oceanographic systems, and river systems. Cross-listed with POLS 397 . Prereq: GEOG 150 . Offered: On rotation.
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GEOG 460 - Geography Internship (1-4)
Practical work experience outside the department. Placement may be with government agencies, non-profits, industry, or other organizations. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits, but only 4 of the 8 can count towards the major. Grading is pass/fail only. Prereqs: GEOG 101 , GEOG 150 , and GEOG 216 ; declaration of a geography major or minor; and permission of the department. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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GEOG 480 - Caribbean Field Course: Adventures in SCUBA Diving on Coral Reefs, Coastal Processes, & Island Geography (4)
This field course will take place in the Caribbean during Jan Term. Students will learn how to SCUBA dive and receive three diving certifications: Open Water, Advanced Open Water, and National Geographic Research Specialty. Emphasis will be on experiential learning and include data collections and analysis. Course activities will culminate in a public presentation on the island. May be taken twice for a maximum of 8 credits. Offered: Jan Term.
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GEOG 485 - Landscapes of the American South (4)
Field-based course that explores the diverse geography and environmental history of the American South. Through several day-trips from campus, students will visit some of the South’s major geographic regions including: the Piedmont, Gulf Coastal Plain, plantation/agricultural south, and the Cumberland Plateau. Offered: Jan Term and Summer, on rotation.
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GEOG 490 - Special Topics in Geography (4)
Special topics in geography that are not normally examined in depth in the regular course offerings. Focus on research interests of faculty members, newly emerging areas of interest in geography, or current events. Courses may be offered by visiting faculty or as experimental advanced courses by departmental faculty. Prereq: Junior class standing or permission of department chair.
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GEOG 499 - Senior Seminar (4)
Specialized course intended as a synthesizing experience for the major. Course is required for graduation and consists of an independent research project in a subfield specialty involving a research component, a writing component, and a public, oral presentation of research results. A minimum grade of C is required to pass this course. Offered: Fall.
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German |
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GER 101 - Elementary German I (4)
Introduction to German language and culture, aimed at developing basic proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing German. Three class meetings and two audiovisual and computer laboratory sessions weekly provide students with novice-level proficiency in preparation for the intermediate-level sequence. Offered: Fall.
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GER 102 - Elementary German II (4)
Introduction to German language and culture, aimed at developing basic proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing German. Three class meetings and two audiovisual and computer laboratory sessions weekly provide students with novice-level proficiency in preparation for the intermediate-level sequence. Prereq: Successful completion of German 101, satisfactory score on placement exam, or permission of program director. Offered: Spring.
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GER 151 - Language Study Abroad: Elementary German I (4)
Introduction to German language and culture, aimed at developing basic proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading and writing German. 20-hour per week class meetings in a German-speaking setting abroad provide students with novice-level proficiency in preparation for the intermediate-level sequence. Prereq: WLAC 150 . Offered: Summer.
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GER 152 - Language Study Abroad: Elementary German II (4)
Introduction to German language and culture, aimed at developing basic proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading and writing German. 20-hour per week class meetings in a German-speaking setting abroad provide students with novice-level proficiency in preparation for the intermediate-level sequence. Prereqs: WLAC 150 and GER 151 or equivalent. Offered: Summer.
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GER 201 - Intermediate German I (4)
Systematic review of German with continued emphasis on enhancing proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural understanding. Two weekly class meetings and two weekly audiovisual and computer laboratory sessions provide a setting for intermediate-level mastery. Prereq: Successful completion of GER 102 or satisfactory score on placement exam. Offered: Fall and Summer (abroad).
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GER 202 - Intermediate German II (4)
Systematic review of German with continued emphasis on enhancing proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural understanding. Two weekly class meetings and two weekly audiovisual and computer laboratory sessions provide a setting for intermediate-level mastery. Completion of the 201-202 sequence fulfills the general education language requirement. Prereq: Successful completion of GER 201 . Offered: Spring and Summer (abroad).
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GER 251 - Language Study Abroad: Intermediate German I (4)
Systematic review of German with continued emphasis on enhancing proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural understanding. 20- hour per week class meetings in a German-speaking setting abroad provide students with intermediate-level proficiency in preparation for the upper-level sequence. Prereqs: WLAC 150 and GER 152 or equivalent. Offered: Summer.
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GER 252 - Language Study Abroad: Intermediate German II (4)
Systematic review of German with continued emphasis on enhancing proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural understanding. 20- hour per week class meetings in a German-speaking setting abroad provide students with intermediate-level proficiency in preparation for the upper-level sequence. Prereqs: WLAC 150 and GER 251 or equivalent. Offered: Summer.
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GER 301 - Conversation/Composition/Grammar (4)
Intensive practice of oral and written language skills and comprehensive review of advanced-level grammatical structures. Includes free and multi-draft composition and stresses effective self-expression. Prereq: Successful completion of GER 202 or the equivalent. Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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GER 302 - Conversation/Composition/Reading (4)
Intensive practice of oral and written language skills and development of advanced-level reading proficiency. Includes free and multi-draft composition and stresses German cultural and literary traditions. Prereq: Successful completion of GER 202 or the equivalent. Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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GER 310 - Advanced Proficiency Enhancement (1)
Mentored review and reinforcement of listening, speaking, reading, and/or writing skills, grammar structures, or career-oriented language context, as determined by individual student needs. Prereqs: Successful completion of GER 301 , GER 302 , or equivalent prior experience; and permission of program director. Offered: Upon request.
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GER 311 - Directed-Teaching Experience I (1)
Guided practicum in language teaching to develop the individual’s linguistic, instructional, and leadership skills. Prereqs: GER 202 or the equivalent, and permission of program director.
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GER 315 - German Culture (4)
Overview of German-speaking societies from an historical and contemporary perspective with emphasis on the customs, values, geography, and scientific discoveries of German-speaking countries. Prereq: GER 202 or the equivalent. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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GER 321 - Directed-Teaching Experience II (1)
Guided practicum in language teaching to develop the individual’s linguistic, instructional, and leadership skills. Prereqs: GER 202 or the equivalent, and permission of program director.
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GER 331 - Directed-Teaching Experience III (1)
Guided practicum in language teaching to develop the individual’s linguistic, instructional, and leadership skills. Prereqs: GER 202 or the equivalent, and permission of program director.
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GER 340 - Advanced Career Studies (1-4)
Mentored course in career-specific language acquisition at the advanced level. Course may be repeated if topics are different. Variable credit. Prereqs: Successful completion of at least one 4-credit upper-level course, or the equivalent, and permission of program director. Offered: Upon request.
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GER 345 - Language-Across-the-Curriculum (1)
Mentored experience in the reading of content-specific texts. Course may be repeated for credit with different host classes. Prereqs: Successful completion of at least one 4-credit upper-level German course or the equivalent, concurrent enrollment in an approved host class in another discipline, and permission of program director. Offered: Upon request.
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GER 351 - Language Study Abroad: Advanced German I (4)
Intensive practice of audio-lingual skills and advanced grammatical structures in a German-speaking setting abroad. Stresses practical communication and effective self-expression in German. Prereq: WLAC 150 .
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GER 352 - Language Study Abroad: Advanced German II (4)
Intensive practice of audio-lingual skills and advanced grammatical structures in a German-speaking setting abroad. Stresses practical communication and effective self-expression in German. Prereq: WLAC 150 .
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GER 353 - Language Study Abroad: Cultural Studies I (4)
Study of German culture and overview of contemporary society in a German-speaking setting abroad. Prereq: WLAC 150 .
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GER 354 - Language Study Abroad: Cultural Studies II (4)
Study of German culture and overview of contemporary society in a German-speaking setting abroad. Prereq: WLAC 150 .
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GER 360 - German-for-Missions Internship (1-4 each term of service)
Missions fieldwork in a German-speaking country under the direction of a Samford faculty and on-site mission personnel. Open to all students with intermediate- mid language proficiency or higher. May also count as an upper-level major elective. Prereqs: Permission of German program director and WLAC language missions coordinator. Offered: Upon request.
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GER 370 - German for Business (4)
Study of intercultural communication and advanced German language proficiency as needed for business contexts. Stresses commercial vocabulary, correspondence, and documentation appropriate to a variety of professional settings. Open to any student with advanced proficiency, this very practical course may count as an upper-level elective. Required for language and world trade concentration. Prereq: At least one 4-credit 300-level class. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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GER 375 - Advanced Grammar and Syntax (4)
In-depth study of grammar and syntactical structures aimed at improving student language skills. Utilizes a variety of methodologies including, but not limited to, composition, translation, and stylistic analysis. Prereq: Successful completion of one four-credit, 300-level course or permission of the program director. Offered: On rotation.
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GER 401 - German Literature I (4)
Survey of the principal figures and literary movements of Germany from its beginnings to the present day. Stresses reading of primary works, critical analysis, library research, multi-draft composition, and continued development of advanced oral and written language proficiency within a literary context. Interactive class conducted in German. Prereq: Successful completion of one 300- level course, or the equivalent, or permission of program director. Offered: On rotation.
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GER 402 - German Literature II (4)
Survey of the principal figures and literary movements of Germany from its beginnings to the present day. Stresses reading of primary works, critical analysis, library research, multi-draft composition, and continued development of advanced oral and written language proficiency within a literary context. Interactive class conducted in German. Prereq: Successful completion of one 300-level course, or the equivalent, or permission of program director. Offered: On rotation.
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GER 405 - Special Topics in Literature I (4)
Study of selected German authors, literary movements, themes, or genres. Stresses reading of primary works, critical analysis, library research, multi-draft composition, and continued development of advanced oral and written language proficiency within a literary context. Interactive class conducted in German. Course may be repeated for credit if topics are different. Prereq: Successful completion of at least two 4-credit, 300-level courses, preferably GER 302 and GER 315 , or the equivalent, or permission of program director. Offered: On rotation.
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GER 406 - Special Topics in Literature II (4)
Study of selected German authors, literary movements, themes, or genres. Stresses reading of primary works, critical analysis, library research, multi-draft composition, and continued development of advanced oral and written language proficiency within a literary context. Interactive class conducted in German. Course may be repeated for credit if topics are different. Prereq: Successful completion of at least two 4-credit, 300-level courses, preferably GER 302 and GER 315 , or the equivalent, or permission of program director. Offered: On rotation.
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GER 424 - Senior Capstone: Second Language Teaching Methodology (4)
Study of fundamental strategies that form the infrastructure of the teaching process for certification at all levels of second-language acquisition methodology, P-12 or 7-12. Emphasis on materials and methods appropriate to the designated levels of learning while promoting awareness of the multiple facets of language learning. Capstone course for seniors seeking teacher certification that also includes preparation for exit oral and writing proficiency exams. Offered: Fall or Spring, as needed.
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GER 442 - Senior Capstone: Research and Writing (4)
Research and writing course designed to synthesize skills acquired and knowledge gained in previous coursework. Under a mentor’s guidance, students develop a thesis, propose a solution to a problem, or produce and perform a creative work. Capstone course for language and literature majors that also includes literary readings and preparation for exit oral and writing proficiency exams. Course required of all first majors. Prereqs: Senior standing, successful completion of at least one 400-level literature course, and permission of program director. Offered: Fall or Spring, as needed.
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GER 450 - Special Studies (1-4)
Mentored, independent study in language, culture, or literature. Variable credit. May be repeated for credit if topics are different. Prereq: At least one 4-credit upper-level course or the equivalent, and permission of program director and the instructor. Offered: As needed.
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GER 470 - Senior Capstone: International Trade Internship (4)
Directed student internship in an international business setting in the U.S. or abroad, mentored by Samford faculty and supervised by on-site agency personnel. Language and world trade seniors complete 160 hours of on-site work, maintain journals in the target language, and prepare for exit oral and writing proficiency exams. Prereqs: Senior standing, successful completion of GER 370 , and permission of program director. Offered: As needed.
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GER 475 - Language for Business (4)
In-depth analysis of cultural communication and language use within business contexts. Examines components of a language’s commercial vocabulary and cultural usage within professional contexts. Prereq: At least one semester of a foreign language or by permission of department. Offered: Spring.
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GREK 101 - Elementary Greek I (4)
Introduction to Greek language and culture, aimed at developing the ability to read, understand, and interpret ancient Greek. Covers basic vocabulary and grammar of Classical Greek and provides foundation for the study of all ancient Greek literature, including the Greek New Testament. Offered: Fall.
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GREK 102 - Elementary Greek II (4)
Introduction to Greek language and culture, aimed at developing the ability to read, understand, and interpret ancient Greek. Covers basic vocabulary and grammar of Classical Greek and provides foundation for the study of all ancient Greek literature, including the Greek New Testament. Offered: Spring.
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GREK 201 - Intermediate Greek I (4)
Thematic reading in Greek texts with an emphasis on reading comprehension, a systematic review of grammar, and an introduction to tools for philological research. Prereqs: GREK 101 and GREK 102 , or permission. Offered: Fall.
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GREK 202 - Intermediate Greek II (4)
Thematic reading in Greek texts with an emphasis on reading comprehension, a systematic review of grammar, and an introduction to tools for philological research. Prereqs: GREK 101 and GREK 102 , or permission. Offered: Spring.
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GREK 301 - Homer (4)
Introduction to the language and background of Greek epic, through selected readings from the Iliad and Odyssey, the earliest extant literature of the Western world. Through the careful study of these texts students further develop their ability to read, understand, and interpret ancient Greek. Prereq: GREK 202 . Offered: Fall.
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GREK 302 - Greek Historians (4)
Selected readings from Herodotus and Thucydides. Through the careful study of these texts students further develop their ability to read, understand, and interpret ancient Greek. Includes survey of the development of Greek historiography. Prereq: GREK 202 .
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GREK 303 - Greek Tragedy (4)
Selected readings from the plays of Sophocles and Euripides. Through the careful study of these texts students further develop their ability to read, understand, and interpret ancient Greek. Includes survey of the development of Greek drama. Prereq: GREK 202 .
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GREK 351 - Hellenistic Greek (4)
Selected readings in Greek from the Hellenistic time period. Through the careful study of these texts students further develop their ability to read, understand, and interpret ancient Greek. Includes survey of the background and development of Hellenistic world. Prereq: GREK 202 .
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GREK 401 - Greek Lyric Poetry (4)
Selected readings from the corpus of Greek Lyric Poetry. Through the careful study of these passages students further develop their ability to read, understand, and interpret ancient Greek. Includes survey of the background, development, and significance of the canon of Greek Lyric Poetry. Prereq: GREK 301 or GREK 303 .
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GREK 450 - Advanced New Testament Greek (4)
Selected readings from the New Testament. Through the careful study of these passages students further develop their ability to read, understand, and interpret ancient Greek. Includes introduction to the study and practice of textual criticism.
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GREK 451 - Directed Reading (1)
Directed reading in selected Ancient Greek texts. Topics vary. May be repeated for credit. Prereq: Permission of the department chair.
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GREK 452 - Directed Reading (2)
Directed reading in selected Ancient Greek texts. Topics vary. May be repeated for credit. Prereq: Permission of the department chair.
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GREK 453 - Directed Reading (3)
Directed reading in selected Ancient Greek texts. Topics vary. May be repeated for credit. Prereq: Permission of the department chair.
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GREK 454 - Directed Reading (4)
Directed reading in selected Ancient Greek texts. Topics vary. May be repeated for credit. Prereq: Permission of the department chair.
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Health Informatics & Information Management |
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HIIM 500 - Introduction to Biomedical Informatics and Analytics (3)
This course serves as the introduction to the knowledge base of biomedical informatics and analytics. It provides an overview of the five broad areas of biomedical informatics (translational, clinical research, clinical, consumer health, and public health) and introduces students to a range of topics covered in greater detail in subsequent core courses. Offered: Fall.
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HIIM 501 - Survey of Health Informatics and Analytics Infrastructure (3)
This course covers all of the computer hardware and software elements, along with the network infrastructure designs, necessary for running secure and reliable health informatics and analytics systems. Prereq/Co-Req: HIIM 500 . Offered: Fall.
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HIIM 502 - Electronic Health Records in Diverse Practice Settings (4)
Through lecture and hands-on experience with an electronic health record (HER) system, this course teaches students the design and application of EHR systems and the differences encountered in various healthcare practice settings. Prereqs: PHLT 500 and HIIM 500 . Offered: Spring.
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HIIM 503 - Structured/Unstructured Data Design and Analysis (4)
This course introduces the student to the design and use of relational databases, data modeling, data warehousing, clinical data repositories and data analysis tools, such as SQL and NoSQL. In addition, the course provides an overview of semi-structured and unstructured data (e.g. scanned documents, typed procedural notes, etc.) analysis using tools such as natural language processing, data visualization, and other analysis tools for deriving information from unstructured “Big Data.” Prereqs: PHLT 500 and HIIM 500 . Offered: Spring.
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HIIM 504 - Current Topics in Health/Biomedical Informatics (2)
In this course students explore current topics and issues in healthcare where health informatics is a major component. Students will engage in individual and group research that identifies and analyzes the structure, importance and use of new informatics capabilities. Students will present their research findings to the class and lead discussions about their research topic. Prereqs: PHLT 500 and HIIM 500 . Offered: Spring.
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HIIM 505 - Healthcare Information Technology Project Management (3)
This course trains students in the skills necessary to lead informatics-focused projects in a healthcare setting. Students will be exposed to and practice essential skills as defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI). Forming and working with interprofessional teams will be emphasized. Prereq: HIIM 502 . Offered: Summer.
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HIIM 506 - Quantitative Methods for Healthcare (3)
This course builds on prior courses in statistics and data analysis to deepen understanding of the various methods of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods analysis used for research and how research hypotheses are created and tested. It explores ways that these analysis methods are used in the clinical, administrative, and patient health aspects of healthcare. Prereq: HIIM 503 . Offered: Summer.
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HIIM 600 - Managing the Health Informatics and Analytics System (3)
This course teaches the fundamentals of how to plan, build, and run health informatics systems. The student learns the roles and responsibilities of the various management and technical personnel and reviews important management policies specific to health informatics. Informatics systems Service Delivery and Service Assurance are discussed in relation to the total quality management of health informatics systems. Prereqs: HIIM 501 and HIIM 502 . Offered: Fall.
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HIIM 601 - Ethical, Legal, and Social Issues in Health Informatics and Analytics (3)
This course covers the ethical guidelines, legal and regulatory rules, and social concerns relevant to the use of health informatics systems and the data included in them. Reviews regulatory policies and mandates, principals of ethical guidance, and social obligations involved in health systems and the data they contain, both within and outside of the healthcare organization. Prereqs: HIIM 502 and HIIM 503 . Offered: Fall.
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HIIM 699 - Health Informatics and Analytics Capstone (3)
This capstone course is an opportunity for students to utilize their training and skills in health informatics and analytics to identify, analyze, solve, and present findings related to a health informatics and/or analytics situation at a working healthcare facility chosen by the student and approved by the advisor. Capstone deliverables include a document given to management of the facility outlining the student’s findings and recommendations, and a presentation of the same to faculty. Prereqs: HIIM 500 , HIIM 501 , HIIM 502 , HIIM 503 , HIIM 504 , HIIM 505 , HIIM 506 , HIIM 600 , and HIIM 601 . Offered: Spring.
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Health Law & Policy The courses below only apply to the Health Law & Policy program. To see a list of courses applicable to the juris doctor and master of comparative law programs, use the following link: https://www.samford.edu/cumberlandlaw/courses.
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MHLP 510 - Introduction to Law and Public Policy (3)
Introduction to the American legal system, including its constitutional structures (both as originally conceived and as evolving over time), the “common law” of property, contract, and tort/criminal law; and the rise of legislative and regulatory government. Also covered is the nature of the public policy process. Offered: Fall.
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MHLP 520 - Introduction to the Health Care Delivery System (3)
This course facilitates the understanding of the complexity of the healthcare delivery system. Before recommendations can be made on health policy, one must understand and be able to answer questions relative to who is impacted, what is needed, and why. This course familiarizes the student with the system components of healthcare delivery to include health policy, population health, medical care delivery, support for medical care delivery, and the future of healthcare delivery. The roles of patients, providers, insurers, and suppliers will be established. Current healthcare policy initiatives will be explored. Cross-Listed as PHLT 520 . Offered: Spring.
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MHLP 530 - Healthcare Compliance: Laws and Regulations (3)
This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of the laws and regulations applicable to healthcare organizations, the agencies and organizations that create policy and enforce compliance, and the penalties for noncompliance. Specifically, the False Claims Act, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, Affordable Care Act, CMS regulations, federal income tax, and antitrust statutes will be discussed. An overview of the Federal Sentencing Guidelines and the seven elements of compliance programs will serve as a backdrop for this study of the law. Students will apply their knowledge of these laws and regulations to case studies covering a wide variety of healthcare settings. Offered: Spring.
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MHLP 540 - Health Insurance (3)
An overview of health insurance, health insurance regulation, state health reform efforts, and recent proposals in Congress to reform the health care system. The history of the development of health insurance and its theoretical basis, moral hazard, and adverse selection will be examined with an emphasis on economics. The role of managed care and employer sponsored health insurance will be discussed. Government regulation of insurance and the Medicare and Medicaid programs will also be reviewed. A significant part of the course will focus on the impact of the Affordable Care Act on private health insurance markets. Offered: Spring.
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MHLP 550 - Healthcare Compliance: Programs and Policies (3)
This course will allow students to apply the knowledge of compliance laws and regulations gained during MHLP 530 to the process of compliance program development. Using case studies and real word scenarios, students will have the opportunity to analyze and respond to compliance issues faced by a variety of healthcare settings that can then be applied to the student’s own organization. Students will work in groups to create a compliance program for a fictional company. Prereq: MHLP 530 . Offered: Summer.
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MHLP 560 - Corporate Ethics in Healthcare (2)
This course is divided into two parts: (1) an exploration of justice in healthcare including issues related to access to healthcare and allocation of resources based on economic evaluation or bedside rationing; and (2) a problem-based approach to common legal and ethical issues encountered by the management team of a healthcare corporation. The first part of the course will be covered during a live long weekend session at the beginning of the summer term. The second part will be covered entirely online during a ten-week summer session. Offered: Summer.
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MHLP 570 - Healthcare Privacy and Security (3)
An overview of federal and state health privacy and security laws and regulations including HIPAA and HITECH will be provided with special emphasis on regulatory compliance. HIPAA privacy and security risks, standards and risk management will be reviewed. Security incidents and the breach notification rule will be discussed. Audit controls, integrity, and authentication are also reviewed. Tort liability for unauthorized disclosure will be reviewed along with tort liability for the failure to disclose to information about a dangerous patient to third parties. A significant part of the course will focus on the impact of the transition to Electronic Health Records. Offered: Fall.
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MHLP 580 - Healthcare Compliance: Investigating, Auditing, Monitoring (3)
This course offers a comprehensive guide to investigating, auditing, and monitoring through the lens of the healthcare compliance officer. Students will learn the practical skills necessary to perform internal investigations, develop procedures for responding to external investigations, and learn when to involve legal counsel in the process. Students will also learn strategies and resources for effective audits and monitoring and how those processes and procedures can benefit the organization. Communication of compliance policies to all constituents, from caregivers to executive management, will be explored. Measuring effectiveness and development and implementation of training and education programs will also be addressed. Prereqs: MHLP 530 and MHLP 550 . Offered: Fall.
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MHLP 590 - Healthcare Finance (3)
This course provides an overview of the fundamentals of healthcare finance and accounting. Financial and accounting data and processes for planning, cost control, and reporting will be discussed. Particular emphasis will be placed on the compliance implications of financial decision-making in a variety of healthcare settings. Offered: Spring.
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MHLP 600 - Patient Safety and Quality Improvement (3)
Students will become familiar with the principles of a high reliability organization (HRO), Just Culture, and how implementation can transform organizational culture to improve care. The importance of inter-professional relationships and team building to create change and sustain improvement are embedded throughout the course. Students will learn how to apply methods to assess the quality of health care using outcomes data. The student will understand the use of information technology, evidence-based literature to improve quality, and methods for risk assessment and safe system design. Cross-listed as PHLT 600 . Offered: Spring.
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MHLP 610 - Strategic Management of Healthcare (3)
This course focuses on the three major aspects of strategic management-strategy formulation, strategy implementation, and strategy control. Additionally, a comparison of ten schools of strategic management is explored, along with a categorization of the essential characteristics of strategic planning. Cross-listed as PHLT 610 . Offered: Summer.
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HCAD 101 - Contemporary Issues in Healthcare Administration (1)
Survey of current topics and trends in healthcare administration. Potential career options in health administration are highlighted within various industries. Offered: Spring.
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HCAD 201 - Managerial Epidemiology (3)
Principles and tools of epidemiology applied to decision-making in a healthcare environment. Focus is on how evidence and population-based decisions are critical to effective delivery of patient care. Combines statistics, population health management, and quality improvement concepts. Offered: Fall. (Formerly BHA 201)
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HCAD 202 - Serving Underserved Populations (3)
Exploration of healthcare-related issues that disproportionately impact underserved populations. Strategies to improve the overall quality of health are applied through service learning. Offered: Fall. (Formerly BHA 202)
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HCAD 220 - Statistics for Healthcare Managers (3)
Introduction to statistics with emphasis on healthcare-related statistics. Emphasis will be placed on understanding data sources, analysis techniques, and appropriate uses and interpretations. Offered: Spring.
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HCAD 221 - Introduction to Health Information and Informatics Management (3)
Introduction to the management of personal health information in healthcare organizations to enable the delivery of quality healthcare. The course will also explore the utilization of computer technologies to advance medicine. Offered: Spring.
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HCAD 301 - Healthcare Systems, Organizations, and Policy (3)
Examination of the structure of the US healthcare delivery system. Focus on historical, current and future trends and concepts in the organizational structure, workforce, funding, insurance, and policy. Cross-listed with PHLT 311 . Offered: Fall. (Formerly BHA 301)
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HCAD 302 - Managing Healthcare Organizations (3)
Study of business theories, principles, concepts, and practices required for responsible management of healthcare organizations. Areas of focus include strategic planning, ethical decision making, fiscal stewardship, and relationship management. Offered: Fall. (Formerly BHA 302)
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HCAD 303 - Healthcare Marketing and Communications (3)
Exploration of the use of marketing and communication strategy to impact outcomes. This will include an examination of marketing principals, strategies, and tools used within healthcare organizations as well as different forms of communication used internally and externally by healthcare managers. Offered: Fall. (Formerly BHA 303)
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HCAD 304 - Cultural Competency for Healthcare Managers (3)
Exploration of the impact of culture on the overall health of a patient or population. Diversity in the healthcare patient population is explored as well as diversity in the healthcare industry. Special focus is given to identifying the role cultural competency plays in being prepared to become an international leader. The course is suitable for nonclinical and clinical students as it focuses on student self-reflections, interpersonal communication, and conflict-resolution skill building. Offered: Fall. (Formerly BHA 304)
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HCAD 320 - Servant Leadership for Healthcare Managers (3)
Exploration of an analysis of different theories and styles in leadership with special emphasis on servant leadership. Prereqs: HCAD 301 and HCAD 302 . Offered: Spring.
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HCAD 321 - Economics for Healthcare Professionals (3)
Introduction to the economics of health and health care. The course explores theories, principles, and concepts in economics from a healthcare perspective including the value of health, the demand for health care, health insurance markets, health reform, and the pharmaceutical industry. Prereqs: HCAD 301 , HCAD 302 , and HCAD 303 . Offered: Spring.
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HCAD 322 - International Perspectives for Healthcare Managers (3)
Survey of international healthcare markets and strategies for delivering care. The course focuses on the difference in business practices, financial resources, and trends in international healthcare markets. The course may be also completed as study abroad. Prereqs: HCAD 301 , HCAD 302 , and HCAD 303 . Offered: Jan Term and Spring.
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HCAD 323 - Ethical Decision Making for Healthcare Professionals (3)
Examination of ethical theories, principles, and concepts in healthcare. Faith-based decision-analysis is developed through the study of ethical issues in healthcare, research, and policy. Prereq: HCAD 301 . Offered: Spring.
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