Semester General Education Courses - Ohio University

Semester General Education Courses
Subject
Catalog
Number
Title
MGT 3100J The Social, Legal, and Ethical Responsibilities of
Business
General
Education
Code
Credit
Hours
Maximum
Repeat
Hours
Course Description
1J 3 0 Considers the role of organizations in modern society. A wide range of social
and legal issues will be addressed during class discussions and assignments,
including: environmental impact, discrimination, consumerism, workplace
safety, worker rights, and the impact of globalization. Students are expected to
research and write about issues from various sides, analyzing ethical
dilemmas and the relative merits of possible solutions.
ML 3210J Writing in Two Languages 1J 3 0 Course designed for the English-speaking student with two or more years of
French (or course-specific language) who would like to improve his or her
English writing skills using a comparative language approach.
ML 3270J Translation as Writing 1J 3 0 An introduction to the practice and theory of translation into English with
special emphasis on translation as a form of writing/composition. Analysis and
discussion of good writing and of the students' own translations and
compositions.
NRSE 3700J Writing for Nursing 1J 3 0 Provides technical written communications skills. Writing tasks provide
students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for written
communication in formats and subject areas common in nursing practice.
PBIO 4180J Writing for the Science Researcher 1J 3 0 Current research and public controversy dealing with topics in biological
research will provide students with opportunities to practice and master skills
needed for successful written communication in the field. No credit toward
major.
PHIL 3010J Writing With Critical Reasoning Skills 1J 3 0 This is a writing intensive course whose topics for student essays will vary
depending upon instructor.
POLS 3050J Writing on Political Science Topics 1J 3 0 Writing course for political science majors. Focuses on studying and
producing clear and persuasive writing about political issues.
REC 3700J Writing for Recreation Studies 1J 3 0 Allows the student to practice the writing process while investigating current
issues and trends in the recreation and leisure field.
SOC 3560J Writing in Sociology & Anthropology 1J 3 0 Junior level composition course for Sociology and Anthropology majors and
students in related fields. Combines writing instruction with consideration of
substantive social science topics. Students try various styles of social science
writing (book reviews; grant proposals; field notes; interviews; etc.).
Prerequisites: (JR OR SR) & 13 HRS SOC/ANT
MATH 1090 Consumer Mathematics 1M 3 0 Applications of elementary mathematics to day-to-day problems. Special
emphasis on consumer topics such as compound interest, mortgages, and
installment buying. Scientific calculator required. Does not apply to arts and
sciences requirements. No credit to those with credit for course above MATH
1200.
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