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ASTR 486B Internship in AstronomyThrough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 18). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in astronomy.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for atotal of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eight newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to astronomy and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).Behavioral and SocialSciencesCourses in behavioral and social sciences (designated BEHS) maybe applied as appropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• the general education requirement in the social and behavioralsciences;• a major in social science;• a minor in Asian studies, gerontology, or women’s studies; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the social science majorbegins on p. 80. Descriptions of other related curricula may befound on the following pages: Asian studies (p. 36), gerontology(p. 62), and women’s studies (p. 84).Most BEHS courses require extensive writing. Students shouldcomplete a writing course (such as COMM 390, 393, 393X, 394,and 394X and ENGL 101, 101X, 391, 391X, and 396) or haveequivalent writing experience before enrolling.Note: Continuing students who are completing a specialization inbehavioral and social sciences should be aware that many coursesformerly designated BEHS are now listed under other disciplines;however, these courses may still be applied to the behavioral andsocial sciences specialization. These courses include ANTH 340;CCJS 351; GERO 415 and 497P; GVPT 335; HIST 305, 319N,372, 381, and 419K; PSYC 200, 221, 332, 386, 462, and 465;and SOCY 311.BEHS 201 Introduction to Behavioral andSocial Sciences (6)An interdisciplinary introduction to the behavioral and socialsciences, focusing on the interrelationships of anthropology, sociology,psychology, and political science. Basic concepts, majorschools of thought, and the findings of scientific research areexamined. Social phenomena are analyzed from an interdisciplinaryperspective.BEHS 325 Cultural Perspectives of theMiddle East (3)(Fulfills the international perspective requirement.) An interdisciplinarystudy of the cultural and social background of thepeoples of the Middle East (including North Africa, the EasternMediterranean, and the Persian Gulf nations). Discussion addressesthe background of the land and its people, ethnicities,and religions, and the historical roots of current political situations.Analysis emphasizes the diversity and shared traditions ofthe region. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: BEHS 325, BEHS 336, or BEHS 498C.BEHS 343 Parenting Today (3)An overview of critical issues of parenthood in the United Statestoday. Topics include characteristics of effective parenting stylesand capable parents, the role of nontraditional parenting techniques,and the social forces that cause changes in parent/childrelationships and give rise to varying styles of parenting as developedin the United States. Some cross-cultural comparisons areincluded.BEHS 361 Global Environmental Change (6)(Also listed as HUMN 360 and NSCI 361. Yields 3 natural sciencecredits and either 3 social science credits or 3 humanities credits.Fulfills the civic responsibility or international perspective requirement.)An in-depth examination of environmental changes thatmany believe are caused by human adaptations to Earth’s naturalresources and the possible effects on both the global biosphere andthe human condition. Scientific and social issues are exploredthrough various questions: Is global warming really happening? Willsea levels rise? What are the consequences of massive deforestation?What can be done when there is so much scientific uncertainty andglobal social diversity? The concept of sustainability, as it applies tohuman interactions with the environment, is emphasized. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: BEHS 361,GNSC 361, HUMN 360, or NSCI 361.117