Graduate Catalog - University of Central Oklahoma

University of Central Oklahoma
Graduate Catalog, 2012 - 2013
Graduate Course Descriptions
GERMAN (GERM)
Department of Modern Languages, Literature &
Cultural Studies
GERM 5000 - Workshop In German
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the
department’s field of study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest
speaker, etc. A grade of “P” or “F” is given. No more than 2 hours of
workshop may be counted on a master’s degree.
GERM 5203 - German Culture & Civilization
Prerequisite(s): Eighteen hours of German.
GERM 5223 - Advanced German Grammar
Prerequisite(s): Eighteen hours of German.
GERM 5313 - Joh W Von Goethe
Goethe (1749-1832) shaped the German language and the German
cultural landscape like no other author. Students will read several of
Goethe’s works and analyze them in the context of seminar discussions,
exams and a paper. An essential component of this course is
the interrogation of the concept ‘authorship’ in light of the many different
Goethean artifacts that are not merely “literary”. Prerequisite(s):
17 hours of German course work.
GERM 5900 - Practicum In German
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the
department’s field of study.
GERM 5910 - Seminar / Special Topics
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the
department’s field of study. May be repeated for credit up to four
hours. Prerequisite(s): Eighteen hours of German, and permission
of instructor.
GERM 5930 - Individual Study In German
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the
department’s field of study. May be repeated for credit up to four
hours. Prerequisite(s): Eighteen hours of German, and permission
of instructor.
GERM 5950 - Internship In German
Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the
department’s field of study. Supervised practical experience gained
in a professional field by an advanced or graduate student.
GERM 5960 - Institute In German
Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the
department’s field of study.
GERM 5970 - Study Tour
Credit will vary. Subject matter will vary within the department’s field
of study.
GERM 5990 - Thesis
Credit will vary from 1 to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the
department’s field of study.
GERONTOLOGY (GERO)
Department of Sociology & Substance Abuse
Studies
GERO 5000 - Workshop
Credit will vary from 1 to 2 hours. Subject matter will vary within the
department’s field of study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest
speaker, etc. A grade of “P” or “F” is given. No more than 2 hours of
workshop may be counted on a master’s degree.
GERO 5023 - Orientation to Gerontology
The purpose of this course is to present a broad overview of the
major concepts and issues relevant to gerontology. These will include
theories of aging, health and physiological aspects of aging,
environmental design and retirement housing, leisure and recreation.
GERO 5213 - Health & Social Services For Seniors
This course focuses on health and social services available to
seniors in the United States providing in- depth understanding of
Medicare, Medicaid, Aging Network Services, housing, and private
sector services.
GERO 5342 - Politics of Aging
This course focuses on a range of political and policy issues that affect
the well-being of seniors and the political realities of developing
solutions to these needs and concerns.
GERO 5363 - Psychology of Aging
This course examines the psychological aspects of human aging.
Focus areas include, psychological theories of aging, psychological
research methods in aging field, dementias/psychopathologies of
aging, and sensory, motor, and cognitive changes with aging.
GERO 5443 - Biology of Human Aging
The course examines the biological changes associated with human
aging. Emphasis is given to theories of biological aging, maintenance
of homeostatis, age changes in each body system, interactions among
these systems, and diseases that commonly affect older adults.
GERO 5463 - Bereavement Counseling
This course will discuss death and dying, the stages of grief, hospice,
the living will and techniques to be used in counseling the bereaved
of all ages.
GERO 5523 - Qualitative Gerontology
This course is an indepth study of qualitative research in Gerontology.
Topics covered include methodological techniques, application
of findings, and ethical considerations.
GERO 5731 - Drug Issues for Older Adults
This course will examine drug issues concerning older adults including
prescription and over-the-counter drugs, problems encountered by
the older adult taking multiple medications, substance abuse, health
and safety guidelines, marketing effects, and economic concerns.
GERO 5743 - Colloquium in Gerontology
This course is designed to be the culminating experience for all
gerontology majors. It will summarize all the work covered in the
gerontology proram and look at directions for the future in the field
of aging. Prerequisite(s): Course should be taken during students
last spring semester prior to graduation.
GERO 5900 - Practicum
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the
department’s field of study.
GERO 5910 - Seminar / Special Topics
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the
department’s field of study.
GERO 5920 - Directed Reading
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the
department’s field of study.
GERO 5930 - Individual Study
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the
department’s field of study.
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