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| Course | Title | Meetings | University Curriculum | Common Curriculum | Session and Dates | Faculty | Description |
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| ACCT 2301 | Introduction to Financial Accouting | SMUFLex M-F 8:00 am - 9:50 am | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Liliana Hickman-Riggs - lilianahr@smu.edu | Develops an understanding of how the fundamental activities of a business enterprise are reflected in its financial statements, and how financial accounting information can be used effectively for external decision-making purposes (decisions such as investment, credit, risk management, and financing). Prerequisites: ECO 1311, ECO 1312 and MATH 1309 or MATH 1337; or BBA Scholars or Business Direct entering SMU fall 2020 and beyond. | ||
| ACCT 2301 | Introduction to Financial Accouting | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Liliana Hickman-Riggs - lilianahr@smu.edu | Develops an understanding of how the fundamental activities of a business enterprise are reflected in its financial statements, and how financial accounting information can be used effectively for external decision-making purposes (decisions such as investment, credit, risk management, and financing). Prerequisites: ECO 1311, ECO 1312 and MATH 1309 or MATH 1337; or BBA Scholars or Business Direct entering SMU fall 2020 and beyond. | ||
| ACCT 2301 | Introduction to Financial Accouting | SMUFlex M-F 9:00 am - 10:50 am | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Seema Bhusan - bseema@smu.edu | Develops an understanding of how the fundamental activities of a business enterprise are reflected in its financial statements, and how financial accounting information can be used effectively for external decision-making purposes (decisions such as investment, credit, risk management, and financing). Prerequisites: ECO 1311, ECO 1312 and MATH 1309 or MATH 1337; or BBA Scholars or Business Direct entering SMU fall 2020 and beyond. | ||
| ACCT 2301 | Introduction to Financial Accouting | SMUFlex M-F 12:30 pm - 2:20 pm | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Seema Bhusan - bseema@smu.edu | Develops an understanding of how the fundamental activities of a business enterprise are reflected in its financial statements, and how financial accounting information can be used effectively for external decision-making purposes (decisions such as investment, credit, risk management, and financing). Prerequisites: ECO 1311, ECO 1312 and MATH 1309 or MATH 1337; or BBA Scholars or Business Direct entering SMU fall 2020 and beyond. | ||
| ACCT 2302 | Introduction to Managerial Accounting | SMUFlex M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Jim Brimson - jbrimson@smu.edu | Introduces the use of accounting information for management purposes, including decision-making, planning, and control of operations. Students learn to integrate topics in cost determination, economic analysis, budgeting, and management and financial control. Prerequisite: ACCT 2301. | ||
| ACCT 2302 | Introduction to Managerial Accounting | SMUFlex M-F 8:00 am - 9:50 am | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Liliana Hickman-Riggs - lilianahr@smu.edu | Introduces the use of accounting information for management purposes, including decision-making, planning, and control of operations. Students learn to integrate topics in cost determination, economic analysis, budgeting, and management and financial control. Prerequisite: ACCT 2301. | ||
| ACCT 2310 | Accounting Concepts | SMUFlex M-F 8:00 am - 9:50 am | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Liliana Hickman-Riggs - lilianahr@smu.edu | A broad introduction to financial, cost, and managerial accounting concepts and practices. Stresses the understanding of financial statements as contrasted to the preparation of these documents. Covers product cost, including estimating overhead and the underlying assumptions. Discusses using managerial accounting techniques for decision-making, including break-even analysis, relevant costing, and budgeting. Students who already have credit for ACCT 2301 will not receive credit for this course. Cox majors and minors in business administration will not receive credit for this course and may not enroll in it. | ||
| ACCT 2310 | Accounting Concepts | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Liliana Hickman-Riggs - lilianahr@smu.edu | A broad introduction to financial, cost, and managerial accounting concepts and practices. Stresses the understanding of financial statements as contrasted to the preparation of these documents. Covers product cost, including estimating overhead and the underlying assumptions. Discusses using managerial accounting techniques for decision-making, including break-even analysis, relevant costing, and budgeting. Students who already have credit for ACCT 2301 will not receive credit for this course. Cox majors and minors in business administration will not receive credit for this course and may not enroll in it. | ||
| ACCT 2310 | Accounting Concepts | SMUFlex M-F 9:00 am - 10:50 am | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Seema Bhusan - bseema@smu.edu | A broad introduction to financial, cost, and managerial accounting concepts and practices. Stresses the understanding of financial statements as contrasted to the preparation of these documents. Covers product cost, including estimating overhead and the underlying assumptions. Discusses using managerial accounting techniques for decision-making, including break-even analysis, relevant costing, and budgeting. Students who already have credit for ACCT 2301 will not receive credit for this course. Cox majors and minors in business administration will not receive credit for this course and may not enroll in it. | ||
| ACCT 2310 | Accounting Concepts | SMUFlex M-F 12:30 pm - 2:20 pm | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Seema Bhusan - bseema@smu.edu | A broad introduction to financial, cost, and managerial accounting concepts and practices. Stresses the understanding of financial statements as contrasted to the preparation of these documents. Covers product cost, including estimating overhead and the underlying assumptions. Discusses using managerial accounting techniques for decision-making, including break-even analysis, relevant costing, and budgeting. Students who already have credit for ACCT 2301 will not receive credit for this course. Cox majors and minors in business administration will not receive credit for this course and may not enroll in it. | ||
| ACCT 3311 | Intermediate Accounting I | SMUFlex M-F 1:00 pm - 3:15 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Greg Sommers - gsommers@smu.edu | An overview of financial statements and revenue recognition that focuses on the left-hand side (assets) of the balance sheet. Provides the necessary foundation for comprehension by users and preparers of the information in financial statements. Prerequisite: ACCT 2302. Reserved for Cox majors. | ||
| ACCT 3312 | Intermediate Accounting II | SMUFlex M-F 1:00 pm - 3:15 pm | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Emily Davis - ekdavis@smu.edu | Continuation of ACCT 3311. Focuses on items on the right-hand side (liabilities and stockholders’ equity) of the balance sheet. Prerequisite: ACCT 3311. Reserved for Cox majors. | ||
| ACCT 4315 | Federal Income Tax I | SMUFlex M-F 9:30 am - 11:20 am | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Wendy Wilson - wwilson@smu.edu | Covers the conceptual basis and structure for the determination of income taxes, including the tax research methods used in preparing tax returns, solving problems, and planning business decisions. Prerequisite: ACCT 2302. Reserved for Cox majors. | ||
| ACCT 5314 | Information Sytems & Assurance | SMUFlex M-F 9:30 am - 11:45 am | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Dwight McIntyre - dmcintyre@smu.edu | Covers understanding, developing, and analyzing financial and management accounting systems; applying fundamental concepts to contemporary issues; and analyzing management internal control functions. Presents the behavioral characteristics and mechanics of accounting fraud. Prerequisite: ACCT 3311. Reserved for Cox majors. | ||
| ADV 1300 | Survey of Advertising | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 10:50 am | UC 2016: IIC | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | John Hall - jhhall@smu.edu | Introductory course for majors and nonmajors that surveys the field of advertising and explores how it fits into society. Topics include history, law, ethics, social dynamics, economic implications, and the advertising campaign planning process. Examines the process of advertising from the perspectives of art, business, and science. Required for all majors and minors. | |
| ADV 1321 | Introduction to Creativity | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 10:50 am | UC 2016: CA | CC: CA | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | John Hall - jhhall@smu.edu | A survey of the theoretical, practical, and ethical issues associated with creative thinking. Examines individual and organizational strategies for promoting creativity and the creative thinker’s role in shaping the culture. Also, highlights the intellectual connections between the scholarship in creativity and advertising industry practice. Students who complete this course may apply for admission to the Temerlin Advertising Institute’s creative program. Students must earn a B or better in ADV 1321 to be eligible for admission to the creative program. Prerequisite or corequisite: ADV 1300. |
| ADV 1341 | Marketing Principles of Advertising | SMUFlex M-F 2:00 pm - 5:50 pm | July B, July 21 - August 4 | Charles Besio - cbesio@smu.edu | Students learn the basic principles of consumer marketing and the role of advertising in the marketing mix. Emphasizes marketing and advertising strategy and planning processes through case studies in which students develop advertising answers to marketing problems and opportunities. Students must earn a B or better in ADV 1341 to be eligible for admission to the strategic brand management program. Prerequisite or corequisite: ADV 1300. Students may not receive credit for both ADV 1341 and MKTG 3340. | ||
| ADV 1360 | Creative Production | Virtual M-F 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm | May, May 13 - 27 | Cheryl Mendenhall - cmendenhall@smu.edu | Students learn the basic principles of advertising design and production in tandem with the use of industry-standard hardware and software programs, including the Adobe Creative Suite. | ||
| ADV 1360 | Creative Production | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 1:50 pm | June A, June 1 - 15 | Mark Allen - mjallen@smu.edu | Students learn the basic principles of advertising design and production in tandem with the use of industry-standard hardware and software programs, including the Adobe Creative Suite. | ||
| ADV 1360 | Creative Production | Virtual M-F 1:00 pm - 4:50 pm | July A, July 6 - 20 | Cheryl Mendenhall - cmendenhall@smu.edu | Students learn the basic principles of advertising design and production in tandem with the use of industry-standard hardware and software programs, including the Adobe Creative Suite. | ||
| ADV 2301 | Consumer Behavior | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | May, May 13 - 27 | Quan Xie - quanxie@smu.edu | Covers theories from psychology, social psychology, sociology, anthropology, economics, marketing, and communications to explore the consumer decision-making process. Includes theories of motivation, attitudes, beliefs, and learning, with a direct application to advertising. Restricted to advertising majors and minors. Students may not receive credit for this course and MKTG 3343 unless the ADV credit predates enrollment in MKTG 3343. Advertising majors and minors who are business double majors may use MKTG 3343 credit toward their major/minor requirements. Prerequisites WAIVED. Contact intersessions@smu.edu for assistance enrolling. | ||
| ADV 2302 | Advertising, Society and Ethics | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: HFA | CC: CIE | May, May 13 - 27 | Sidharth Muralidharan - sidmurali@smu.edu | Broad overview of the interaction of advertising with society. Examines economic, social, and ethical issues as well as legal and regulatory constraints. Prerequisites: ADV 1300 and ADV 1321, ADV 1331, or ADV 1341. Restricted to advertising majors and minors. |
| ADV 2302 | Advertising, Society and Ethics | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 12:50 pm | UC 2016: HFA | CC: CIE | June A, June 1 - 15 | Sidharth Muralidharan - sidmurali@smu.edu | Broad overview of the interaction of advertising with society. Examines economic, social, and ethical issues as well as legal and regulatory constraints. Prerequisites: ADV 1300 and ADV 1321, ADV 1331, or ADV 1341. Restricted to advertising majors and minors. |
| ADV 2323 | Word & Image, Art & Design: 1900-Present | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 10:50 am | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Alan Lidji - alidji@smu.edu | Contemporary designers and artists create meaningful, persuasive, and expressive works through a combination of images and text. These works of graphic design and art shape the visual culture of every aspect of life, from the look of media and information networks to people’s experience of the cities in which they live. This course surveys the modern and contemporary history of works of art and design that demand to be read as much as seen, from the industrial age to the knowledge economy. | ||
| ADV 2343 | International Advertising | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 12:50 pm | June A, June 1 - 15 | Quan Xie - quanxie@smu.edu | Explores the rapidly changing global environment that influences marketing and advertising, including research, management, strategy, media, and execution. Students learn to recognize similarities and differences between countries and consumers based on tangible cultural indicators, and they develop the necessary leadership and problem-solving tools to effectively communicate and advertise products in a global marketplace. Restricted to advertising majors. Instructor permission required to enroll. Email instructor for more information. | ||
| ADV 5303 | Specials Topics: Poster Design | SMUFlex M-F 9:00 am - 12:50 pm | July B, July 21 - August 4 | Alan Lidji - alidji@smu.edu | Forthcoming. Instructor permission required to enroll. Students must have proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite & taken 2 of the following : ADV 2323, ADV 4363, ADV 3361. Email instructor for more information. | ||
| ANTH 2360 | How to Build a Time Machine: Technology for Reconstructing Our Past | Virtual M-F 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm | UC 2016: TM | CC: TAS | May, May 13 - 27 | Mark McCoy - mdmccoy@smu.edu | Impact of technological change on archaeology and more broadly on how modern people view the distant past. |
| ANTH 2382 | Human Nature: Who are we? And how did we get this way? | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: NAS | CC: ES | May, May 13 - 27 | K. Ann Horsburgh - horsburgh@smu.edu | Is there such a thing as human nature? And if there is, how would we recognize it when we see it? Human nature takes an interdisciplinary approach to understanding why humans are the way we are. |
| ANTH 3301 | Health, Healing, and Ethics: Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Sickness and Society | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: HFA, HSBS, GE, HD, W | CC: PREI, CIE, GPS, HD, WIM | May, May 13 - 27 | Carolyn Smith-Morris - smithmor@smu.edu | A cross-cultural exploration of cultures and organization of medical systems, economic development and the global exportation of biomedicine, and ethical dilemmas associated with medical technologies and global disparities in health. |
| ANTH 3303 | Self, Culture and Mind: Introduction to Psychological Anthropology | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: HSBS, GE, HD, IL | CC: SBS | May, May 13 - 27 | Neely Myers - namyers@smu.edu | Examines the interplay of culture, mind, and self in various Western and non-Western societies. Cognition, emotion, altered states, “brain sciences,” and mental health and illness are analyzed in a cross-cultural perspective. |
| ANTH 3306 | Introduction to Medical Anthropology | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 2:00 pm | UC 2016: HSBS, HD, IL, OC | CC: SBS, OC | May, May 13 - 27 | Nia Parson - nparson@smu.edu | Provides an overview of methods and topics in medical anthropology, an interdisciplinary field that explores health, illness, and systems of healing through holistic and cross–cultural study. Case studies from a diversity of human societies and cultures around the globe are used to challenge assumptions of student understanding. Offers several University Curriculum components, gives students a robust introduction to this specialized sub–field within Anthropology, and addresses many of the foundational concepts on the MCAT. |
| ANTH 3312 | Meso-American Archaeology | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 12:50 pm | UC 2016: HSBS, HD, IL | CC: HC, HD | July B, July 21 - August 4 | Alejandro Figueroa - afigueroa@smu.edu | Examines development of civilizations from village life to the great empires of Mexico. How civilizations begin, grow, change, and collapse. |
| ANTH 3323 | East Asia in Motion | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm M-F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | UC 2016: HSBS, GE, HD | CC: SBS, GPS, HD | May, May 13 - 27 | Nicolas Sternsdorff Cisterna - nsternsdorff@smu.edu | Anthropological examination of East Asia, focusing on China, Korea, and Japan. Topics include the family, economics, popular culture, and the body. Focus on processes of cultural transformation and the ways globalization, economic transformations, and political events affected change. |
| ANTH 3328 | Gender Violence: Anthropological Perspectives | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: HSBS, CE, HD, OC | CC: SBS, HD | July B, July 21 - August 4 | Nia Parson - nparson@smu.edu | Examines how gender-based violence shapes individual subjective and collective experiences, material realities, and psychological states, as well as the impacts of interventions on intimate, interpersonal, local, and global scales. |
| ANTH 3334 | Fantastic Archaeology and Pseudoscience: Lost Tribes, Sunken Continents, and Ancient Astronauts | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 12:50 pm | UC 2016: HFA, HSBS, HD, IL, OC, W | CC: HC | June A, June 1 - 15 | Alejandro Figueroa - afigueroa@smu.edu | Investigates various claims (e.g., ancient astronauts have visited Earth, archaeologists are not revealing secrets about the Maya calendar, and creation theory is a scientific alternative to the theory of human evolution) and how archaeologists respond to them. |
| ANTH 3348 | Health as a Human Right | SMUFlex M-F 9:00 am - 12:50 pm | UC 2016: HSBS, CE, GE, HD, IL, IIC | CC: SBS, CE, GPS, HD | June B, June 16 - 30 | Carolyn Smith-Morris - smithmor@smu.edu | Examines the concept of human rights critically, with an eye for cross-cultural variation and a particular focus on health-related rights. |
| ANTH 3350 | Good Eats and Forbidden Flesh: Culture, Food, and the Global Grocery Market | SMUFlex M-F 9:00 am - 12:50 pm | UC 2016: IIC, CE, GE, HD, IL | CC: SBS, CE, HD | June A, June 1 - 15 | Carolyn Smith-Morris - smithmor@smu.edu | Offers bio–cultural perspective on food that blends biological and medical information about human nutrition and development with an exploration of the global markets and cultures of eating. |
| APSM 2310 | Contemporary Issues in Sport Management | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Brandon Mastromartino - bmastromartino@smu.edu | Explores the functional areas of business, management principles, contemporary issues, and future considerations for organizations within the fitness and sports industries. Gateway course for sport management concentration majors; successful completion is mandatory to be invited into the program. Recommended corequisite: APSM 3322, APSM 3332, or APSM 3340. Reserved for students with fewer than 90 credit hours. | ||
| APSM 2340 | Coaching and Leadership for Performance | Virtual M-F 9:30 am - 1:20 pm | UC 2016: OC | CC: OC | June A, June 1 - 15 | David Bertrand - dbertrand@smu.edu | Examines what coaches do, the qualities of expert coaches, strategies for effective and cohesive programs, a sound coaching philosophy, and the art and science of coaching. Serves as the gateway course to the major. Students must complete this course with a C– or better in order to qualify for the sport performance leadership major. Prerequisites WAIVED. Contact intersessions@smu.edu for assistance enrolling. |
| APSM 2441 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I with Laboratory | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am MTWR 1:30 pm - 3:50 pm | UC 2016: SE | CC: ES | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Jennifer Nollkamper - jnollkamper@smu.edu | A systemic approach to the study of the human body, with a focus on the anatomical structure and function of the human neuromusculoskeletal systems. Gateway course for applied physiology and enterprise concentration majors; successful completion is mandatory for admission to the program. Lab fee: $30. Prerequisite: Reserved for students who have fewer than 90 credit hours or have the instructor’s approval. APSM 2441 is cross-listed with BIOL 2441; you may not receive credit for both APSM 2441 and BIOL 2441. |
| APSM 3311 | Applied Exercise Physiology | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 12:30 pm M-F 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm | UC 2016: NAS | CC: ES | May, May 13 - 27 | Megan Murphy - mnmurphy@smu.edu | Uses an organ system approach to examine the body’s responses and adaptations to exercise and movement. Recommended: APSM 3322. |
| APSM 3322 | Functional Biomechanics | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Laura Robinson-Doyle - laurar@smu.edu | Introduces the scientific basis of support and motion in humans and other vertebrate animals, drawing equally on musculoskeletal biology and Newtonian mechanics. Prerequisite: APSM 2310 or APSM 2340. | ||
| APSM 3332 | Legal and Ethical Aspects of Applied Physiology and Sports Management | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Lee Gleiser - lgleiser@smu.edu | Creates an important awareness of the legal and ethical implications of some of the situations that can arise in the careers of sports, coaching, and health and fitness professionals. These legal and ethical aspects include those related to safety, risk management, personnel, contracts, constitutional rights, employment issues, discrimination concerns, and collective bargaining and unions. Prerequisite: APSM 2310, APSM 2340, or APSM 2441. | ||
| APSM 3340 | Applied Management Skills in Sports and Fitness | SMUFlex M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Sarah Brown - smbrown@smu.edu | An extensive study of organizational functions, methods of operation, and types of ownership. Also, the role of organizations in contemporary society as they relate to fitness and sport enterprises today. Prerequisite: APSM 2310 or APSM 2441. | ||
| APSM 3351 | Nutrition | SMUFlex M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: TM | May, May 13 - 27 | Laura Robinson-Doyle - laurar@smu.edu | Examines the role that nutrition plays in health and optimal function, including the impact and research of nutrition on obesity, heart disease, stroke, cancer, eating disorders, and specific populations. Explores food technology--including microorganisms in food-borne illness; advantages and disadvantages of canning; pasteurization; use of preservatives; the use of irradiation as a preservative; the process, risks, and benefits of genetic modification; food additives; and pesticides' safety concerns. This course is administered by the SMU-in-Taos office. Please contact smutaos@smu.ed for more information. | |
| APSM 4315 | Senior Project | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | CC: OC, WIM | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Ryan Kota - rkota@smu.edu | Teaches the process of formal inquiry by utilizing a team format to plan, execute, and report results regarding a scientific question of interest to the group. Prerequisites: STAT 2331 is required for applied physiology and health management and sport management concentrations. Reserved for APSM majors. Senior standing only (at least 90 credit hours required). | |
| APSM 4371 | Revenue in Sports | SMUFlex M-F 2:00 pm - 3:50 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Ryan Kota - rkota@smu.edu | This course covers sports industry revenue topics, including professional league and team revenue generation, franchise ownership and valuation, corporate sponsorship, sports media revenue, and industry selling practices. Prerequisite: APSM 2310. | ||
| APSM 4373 | Sport Management Practicum | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | May, May 13 - 27 | Peter Carton - pcarton@smu.edu | Prepares students for a career in the sport industry, including sport management. Students assess and clarify their personal skills and competencies to better align with their career goals within the sport marketplace. (Students are required to provide their own transportation to and from their assigned off-campus sports-related events.) Prerequisite: Junior standing. Recommended: APSM 3372, APSM 4345, APSM 4371, APSM 4372. Contact ssifford@smu.edu for consideration of waiving enrollment restrictions. | ||
| ARHS 1306 | Introduction to Architecture | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: CA, HC, GE | CC: CA | June A, June 1 - 15 | Adam Herring - aherring@smu.edu | A contextual history of European and North American architecture from classical antiquity to the present century, with particular emphasis on 1400 to the present. Students will be introduced to basic principles and terminology, but the course will focus on the social and cultural meanings of the built environment in its urban context. |
| ARHS 3301 | Art and Experience in Inca Peru | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: HSBS, HFA | CC: CA, HD | July B, July 21 - August 4 | Adam Herring - aherring@smu.edu | Machu Picchu, Cuzco, and the Inca are set within the deep artistic tradition of the Andean region. Several trips to view objects in DFW museum collections. |
| ARHS 3302 | Ancient Maya Art History | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 2:00 pm | UC 2016: HFA, HSBS, GE | CC: HC, CIE | May, May 13 - 27 | Adam Herring - aherring@smu.edu | Introduces the art and history of the Maya of Central America. Also, addresses the principal sites and monuments of the ancient Maya civilization, imparts a working understanding of the Maya hieroglyphic writing system, and surveys the political history of the fractious ancient Maya cities. |
| ARHS 3305 | Arts of the American Southwest | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: CA, HC, HD, OC | CC: CA, CIE, OC | May, May 13 - 27 | Kathy Windrow - kathyw@smu.edu | Examines ancient Native American, Hispanic, Latino, and Anglo arts and cultures of the American Southwest. Considers the effects of ethnicity, gender, and community identity on regional art traditions and places artworks within their material, religious, political, and economic contexts. Includes field trips. This course is administered by the SMU-in-Taos office. Please contact smutaos@smu.ed for more information. |
| ARHS 3310 | War, Looting, and Collecting of Ancient Art | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: HFA, HSBS, GE | CC: HC, CIE | May, May 13 - 27 | Stephanie Langin-Hooper - langinhooper@smu.edu | Examines the effects of war, looting, and collecting practices on the visual culture of the ancient world. Looks at the ways ancient wars and looting caused art objects to be destroyed or relocated, but also inspired the creative repurposed, collecting, and even creation of other arts. Investigates the devastating effects of modern wars and looting on archaeological sites, and analyzes how contemporary collecting practices both contribute to and raise awareness against cultural heritage destruction. |
| ARHS 3338 | Spanish Art and Architecture | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 12:50 pm | June A, June 1 - 15 | Kathy Galloway | Examines Spanish art and architecture through the lenses of art history and religious studies. Learning is primarily on-site in Madrid, focused on the period between 1500 and 1945. Class meets in the Museo del Prado, major architectural monuments, key urban spaces, and before selected paintings in the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia (Picasso’s Guernica) and the Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza. Emphasis is placed on experiential and collaborative learning as well as individual analysis and reflection. | ||
| ASDR 1300 | Introduction to Drawing | SMUFlex M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: CA | CC: CA | May, May 13 - 27 | Nishiki Sugawara-Beda - nishikis@smu.edu | Drawing from life objects and concepts. Work in class is supplemented by outside assignments and readings. Emphasis placed on space, materials, analysis of form, and critical judgment. |
| ASDR 1300 | Introduction to Drawing | Virtual M-F 1:00 pm - 4:50 pm | UC 2016: CA | CC: CA | July B, July 21 - August 4 | Brian Molanphy - bmolanphy@smu.edu | Drawing from life objects and concepts. Work in class is supplemented by outside assignments and readings. Emphasis placed on space, materials, analysis of form, and critical judgment. |
| ASL 1401 | American Sign Language I | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 11:50 am | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Tiffany McCray - tmccray@smu.edu | An introductory study of grammar and language, with an emphasis on developing question-and-answer skills. The student learns conversational strategies to help maintain a conversation. | ||
| ASL 1401 | American Sign Language I | Virtual M-F 1:00 pm - 3:50 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Tiffany McCray - tmccray@smu.edu | An introductory study of grammar and language, with an emphasis on developing question-and-answer skills. The student learns conversational strategies to help maintain a conversation. | ||
| ASL 1401 | American Sign Language I | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 11:50 am | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | STAFF | An introductory study of grammar and language, with an emphasis on developing question-and-answer skills. The student learns conversational strategies to help maintain a conversation. | ||
| ASL 1402 | American Sign Language II | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: SL | CC: SLS | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Tiffany McCray - tmccray@smu.edu | Examines the development of receptive and expressive language skills. The student learns to express, negotiate, and interpret meaning in American Sign Language. Prerequisites: C- or better in ASL 1401 or permission of the instructor. |
| ASL 1402 | American Sign Language II | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: SL | CC: SLS | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | STAFF | Examines the development of receptive and expressive language skills. The student learns to express, negotiate, and interpret meaning in American Sign Language. Prerequisites: C- or better in ASL 1401 or permission of the instructor. |
| ASL 1402 | American Sign Language II | Virtual M-F 1:00 pm - 3:50 pm | UC 2016: SL | CC: SLS | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | STAFF | Examines the development of receptive and expressive language skills. The student learns to express, negotiate, and interpret meaning in American Sign Language. Prerequisites: C- or better in ASL 1401 or permission of the instructor. |
| ASPT 1300 | Introduction to Painting | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 2:00 pm | UC 2016: CA, OC | CC: CA | May, May 13 - 27 | Philip Van Keuren - pvankeur@smu.edu | A first course in painting from life, objects, and concepts. Emphasis is placed on space, materials, color, analysis of form, and critical judgment. |
| ASPT 1300 | Introduction to Painting | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: CA | CC: CA | July B, July 21 - August 4 | Philip Van Keuren - pvankeur@smu.edu | A first course in painting from life, objects, and concepts. Emphasis is placed on space, materials, color, analysis of form, and critical judgment. |
| BIOL 1101 | Introductory Biology Lab | SMUFlex TR 1:00 pm - 5:20 pm | UC 2016: SE w/lecture | CC: ES w/lecture | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Carolyn Harrod - charrod@smu.edu | Standard laboratory techniques are utilized to study living organisms, with an emphasis on cells as the components of life. Corequisite: BIOL 1301. |
| BIOL 1102 | Introductory Biology Lab | SMUFlex TR 1:00 pm - 5:20 pm | UC 2016: SE w/lecture | CC: ES w/lecture | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Carolyn Harrod - charrod@smu.edu | A practical study of the diversity of living organisms with respect to anatomy, ecology, and evolution. Corequisite: BIOL 1302. |
| BIOL 1300 | Essentials of Biology | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 1:00 pm - 3:00p pm | UC 2016: SE | CC: ES | May, May 13 - 27 | Bianca Batista Carolyn Harrod - bbatista@smu.edu | An introduction to the major concepts of biological thought for the nonscience major. Includes the equivalent of one laboratory session per week. BIOL 1300 is not open to students with prior credit in BIOL 1301 or BIOL 1401. |
| BIOL 1301 | Introductory Biology | SMUFlex M-F 8:00 am - 9:50 am | UC 2016: SE w/lab | CC: ES w/lab | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Alejandro D'Brot - adbrot@smu.edu | Introduction to the study of living organisms: ecology, evolution, diversity, and physiology. BIOL 1301/1101 and BIOL 1302/1102 are prerequisites to all advanced courses in biological sciences. Prerequisite or Corequisite: BIOL 1102. |
| BIOL 1302 | Introductory Biology | SMUFlex M-F 8:00 am - 9:50 am | UC 2016: SE w/lab | CC: ES w/lab | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Alejandro D'Brot - adbrot@smu.edu | Introduction to the study of living organisms: ecology, evolution, diversity, and physiology. BIOL 1301/1101 and BIOL 1302/1102 are prerequisites to all advanced courses in biological sciences. Prerequisite or Corequisite: BIOL 1102. |
| BIOL 2441 | Human Anatomy and Physiology with Laboratory I, for Non-Science Majors | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am MTWR 1:30 pm - 3:50 pm | UC 2016: SE | CC: ES | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 5 | Jennifer Nolkamper - jnollkamper@smu.edu | A systemic approach to the study of the human body, with a focus on the anatomical structure and function of the human neuromusculoskeletal systems taught for the nonscience major. This course does not satisfy requirements for a biology major or minor, nor can it substitute for an advanced biology course in a program where one is required. Undergraduate, graduate, or professional programs with requirements designated specifically for “science majors only” are not satisfied with this course. This is the gateway course for applied physiology and enterprise concentration majors; successful completion is mandatory for admission to the APSM program. Lab fee: $30. Prerequisite: Reserved for students who have fewer than 90 credit hours or have the instructor’s approval. |
| BIOL 3323 | The Biology of the Brain | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Kimberly Cox - khcox@smu.edu | Reviews the basic functioning of the brain and provides a deeper understanding of how people interact with their surrounding environment. Prerequisites: BIOL 1301/BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401), BIOL 1302/BIOL1102 (or BIOL 1402). Recommended: BIOL 3222. | ||
| BIOL 3350 | Cell Biology | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Bianca Batista - bbatista@smu.edu | The structure and function of cells. Prerequisites: BIOL 1301/BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401), BIOL 1302/BIOL 1102 (or BIOL 1402), and CHEM 1304. | ||
| BL 3310 | Business Law Concepts | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Catherine Weber - cweber@smu.edu | Addresses legal issues encountered in personal and business situations. Includes cyber law, litigation management, arbitration, intellectual property, white–collar crime, real estate purchase fundamentals, standard apartment leases, contract basics, business formation structures, employee management, and wealth management tools. Elective for minor in business. Cox majors and minors in business administration will not receive credit for this course and may not enroll in it. | ||
| BL 3335 | Business Law | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: HFA | May, May 13 - 27 | Barbara Kincaid - bkincaid@smu.edu | Emphasizes the nature, formation, and application of law with a macro view; also public law and regulation of business. To enroll or get on the wait list, contact smutaos@smu.edu. Prerequisites: ACCT 2301; ECO 1311 and ECO 1312; MATH 1309 or MATH 1337; and one from the following: CSE 4340, EMIS 3340, ITOM 2305, STAT 2331, STAT 4340. Reserved for Cox majors. This course is administered by the SMU-in-Taos office. Please contact smutaos@smu.ed for more information. | |
| BL 3335 | Business Law | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | UC 2016: HFA | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Catherine Weber - cweber@smu.edu | Emphasizes the nature, formation, and application of law with a macro view; also public law and regulation of business. Prerequisites: ACCT 2301; ECO 1311 and ECO 1312; MATH 1309 or MATH 1337; and one from the following: CS 4340, EMIS 3340, ITOM 2305, STAT 2331, STAT 4340. Reserved for Cox majors. | |
| BUSE 3310 | Markets and Freedom | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 2:30 pm | May, May 13 - 27 | Meg Tuszynski - mtuszynski@smu.edu | Discusses the indicators of economic freedom and the benefits of globalization. Explores how markets raise living standards, including the roles that technology, globalization, public policy, and economic growth play in a functioning market economy. This course can count as free elective credit for Cox majors; however, students cannot receive credit for both BUSE 3310 and STRA/FINA 4355. | ||
| BUSE 3310 | Markets & Freedom | Virtual M-F 2:00 pm - 5:50 pm | July A, July 6 - 20 | Michael Cox - wmcox@smu.edu | Discusses the indicators of economic freedom and the benefits of globalization. Explores how markets raise living standards, including the roles that technology, globalization, public policy, and economic growth play in a functioning market economy. This course can count as free elective credit for Cox majors; however, students cannot receive credit for both BUSE 3310 and STRA/FINA 4355. | ||
| CCPA 2300 | Public Speaking in Context | Virtual M-F 11:00 am - 3:00 pm | UC 2016: OC | May, May 13 - 27 | Elizabeth Navarro - ernavarro@smu.edu | Introduces the theory and practice of public speaking, including rhetorical principles, evidence, nonverbal communication, and visual aids. Prerequisites WAIVED. Contact intersessions@smu.edu for assistance enrolling. | |
| CCPA 2327 | Communication Theory | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Owen Lynch - olynch@smu.edu | Introduces the foundational concepts, theories, and approaches to the study and practice of human communication. Includes a historical overview and discussions of contemporary ethical questions. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing and above, or departmental permission. | ||
| CCPA 2375 | Communication Research & Data Analytics | Virtual M-F 9:30 am - 1:20 pm | UC 2016: IL, QR | CC: QA | June A, June 1 - 15 | LaShonda Eaddy - leaddy@smu.edu | Students learn how to conduct professional research utilizing primary and secondary data, statistics, and analytic software. Prerequisites: C or better in CCPA 2310 (or CCPA 3300) and CCPA 2327; and STAT 2331 (or ITOM 2305). |
| CCPA 3320 | Culture, Capitalism, Communication, and You: Mable Dodge Luhan and The Life Design Experience | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: IL | May, May 13 - 27 | Sandra Duhe - sduhe@smu.edu | Forthcoming. This course is administered by the SMU-in-Taos office. Please contact smutaos@smu.ed for more information. | |
| CCPA 4310 | History and Philosophy of Free Speech | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: HFA, HSBS | May, May 13 - 27 | Rita Kirk - rkirk@smu.edu | Examines the philosophical debates on the existence, extent, and effect of free speech on society, including the rights of the individual versus the rights of the collective body politic. | |
| CCPA 5302 | Managing Group Team and Culture | SMUFlex M-F 1:00 pm - 2:50 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 31 | Maria Dixon - madixon@smu.edu | Forthcoming. | ||
| CCPA 5303 | How to Start Your Own Non-Profit: The Road to Changing the World | SMUFlex M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Doric Earle - dearle@smu.edu | Forthcoming. | ||
| CEE 2310 | Statics | M-F 1:00 pm - 2:50 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Ali Heydari | Equilibrium of force systems, computations of reactions and internal forces, determinations of centroids and moments of inertia, and introduction to vector mechanics. Prerequisite: MATH 1337 or equivalent. | ||
| CEE 2320 | Dynamics | M-F 3:00 pm - 4:50 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Sheila Williams - shooman@smu.edu | Introduction to kinematics and dynamics of particles and rigid bodies; Newton’s laws; kinetic and potential energy; linear and angular momentum; and work, impulse, and inertia properties. Prerequisites: C or better in CEE 2310/ME 2310. | ||
| CEE 3350 | Structural Analysis | SMUFlex M-F 9:30 am - 11:30 am M-F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | May, May 13 - 27 | Brett Story - bstory@smu.edu | Emphasis on the classical methods of analysis of statically determinate and indeterminate structural systems. Also, computation of reactions, shears, moments, and deflections of beams, trusses, and frames. Students use computers as an analytical tool. Prerequisites: ME 2140/CEE 2140, C or better in ME 2340/CEE 2340. | ||
| CEE 5323 | Project Management | SMU Flex M 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm | Combined, June 1 - August 4 | Patricia Taylor - pataylor@smu.edu | Covers the role of the project officer, and the systems and techniques for planning, scheduling, monitoring, reporting, and completing environmental projects. Also, total quality management, project team management and development of winning proposals, and contract management and logistics. Includes case study application of project management to all environmental media and programs, community relations, risk communication, crisis management, consensus building, media, and public policy. | ||
| CEE 5362 | Engineering Analysis with Numerical Methods | SMU Flex M-F 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm | May, May 13 - 27 | Usama El Shamy - uelshamy@smu.edu | Applications of numerical and approximate methods in solving a variety of engineering problems. Examples include equilibrium, buckling, vibration, fluid mechanics, thermal science, and other engineering applications. Prerequisites WAIVED. Contact intersessions@smu.edu for assistance enrolling. | ||
| CEE 7362 | Engineering Analysis with Numerical Methods | SMUFlex M-F 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm | May, May 13 - 27 | Usama El Shamy - uelshamy@smu.edu | Applications of numerical and approximate methods in solving a variety of engineering problems. Examples include equilibrium, buckling, vibration, fluid mechanics, thermal science, and other engineering applications. Prerequisites WAIVED. Contact intersessions@smu.edu for assistance enrolling. | ||
| CHEM 1113 | General Chemistry Laboratory | SMUFlex MWF 9:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: W, QR, SE w/lecture | CC: ES w/lecture, QA, W | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Jennifer O’Brien - jobrien@smu.edu | Three laboratory periods each week. Prerequisite or corequisite: CHEM 1303. |
| CHEM 1114 | General Chemistry Laboratory | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 12:50 pm | UC 2016: SE w/lecture | CC: ES w/lecture | June A, June 1 - June 15 | Andrea Adams - aadams@smu.edu | Five laboratory periods each week. Prerequisites or corequisites: CHEM 1304 and CHEM 1113. |
| CHEM 1114 | General Chemistry Laboratory | Virtual MWF 12:30 pm - 3:20 pm | UC 2016: SE w/lecture | CC: ES w/lecture | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Andrea Adams - aadams@smu.edu | Three laboratory periods each week Prerequisites or corequisites: CHEM 1304 and CHEM 1113. |
| CHEM 1301 | Chemistry for the Liberal Arts | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: SE | CC: ES | May, May 13 - 27 | Marissa Tyro Otteson - mtyro@smu.edu | Designed for students with weak backgrounds in chemistry and for liberal arts students. |
| CHEM 1301 | Chemistry for the Liberal Arts | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: SE | CC: ES | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Helen Babbili - hbabbili@smu.edu | Designed for students with weak backgrounds in chemistry and for liberal arts students. |
| CHEM 1301 | Chemistry for the Liberal Arts | Virtual M-F 2:00 pm - 3:50 pm | UC 2016: SE | CC: ES | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Mark Schell - mschell@smu.edu | Designed for students with weak backgrounds in chemistry and for liberal arts students. |
| CHEM 1303 | General Chemistry I | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm M-F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | UC 2016: SE w/lab | CC: ES w/lab | May, May 13 - 27 | Brian Zoltowski - bzoltowski@smu.edu | Primarily for science majors, premed students, and engineering students. Introduces the fundamental principles and theories of chemistry, including stoichiometry, the structure of matter, energy relationships involved in the transformation of matter, the dynamics of such transformations, and some descriptive chemistry of the important elements. Prerequisite to all advanced courses in the department. |
| CHEM 1303 | General Chemistry I | Virtual M-F 1:00 pm - 2:50 pm | UC 2016: SE | CC: ES | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Tomche Runchevski - truncevski@smu.edu | Primarily for science majors, premed students, and engineering students. Introduces the fundamental principles and theories of chemistry, including stoichiometry, the structure of matter, energy relationships involved in the transformation of matter, the dynamics of such transformations, and some descriptive chemistry of the important elements. Prerequisite to all advanced courses in the department. Withdrawal from CHEM 1303 requires withdrawal from CHEM 1113. |
| CHEM 1304 | General Chemistry II | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: SE w/lab | CC: ES w/lab | May, May 13 - 27 | David Son - dson@smu.edu | Primarily for science majors, premed students, and engineering students. Continuation of the introduction to the fundamental principles and theories of chemistry. Topics include solution chemistry, kinetics, equilibrium, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, polymer chemistry, and organic chemistry. Prerequisite to all advanced courses in the department. Prerequisite: Grade of C- or higher in CHEM 1303. |
| CHEM 1304 | General Chemistry II | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: SE | CC: ES | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Brian Zoltowski - bzoltowski@smu.edu | Primarily for science majors, premed students, and engineering students. Continuation of the introduction to the fundamental principles and theories of chemistry. Topics include solution chemistry, kinetics, equilibrium, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, polymer chemistry, and organic chemistry. Prerequisite to all advanced courses in the department. Withdrawal from CHEM 1304 requires withdrawal from CHEM 1114. Prerequisite: Grade of C- or higher in CHEM 1303. |
| CHEM 3117 | Organic Chemistry Laboratory I | Virtual TBA | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Alan Humason - ahumason@smu.edu | Three laboratory periods each week. Prerequisite or corequisite: CHEM 3371. | ||
| CHEM 3118 | Organic Chemistry Laboratory II | Virtual TBA | UC 2016: TM | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Chinwon Rim - chinwonr@smu.edu | Three laboratory periods each week. Prerequisite or corequisite: CHEM 3372. Prerequisite: CHEM 3117. | |
| CHEM 3371 | Organic Chemistry I | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Alan Humason - ahumason@smu.edu | Designed to satisfy the requirements of the chemistry major and health-related professions student. The first term deals primarily with aliphatic chemistry, with special emphasis on stereochemistry. The second term emphasizes aromatic substances and the chemistry of biologically relevant molecules. Prerequisites: C- or higher in CHEM 1303, CHEM 1113, CHEM 1304, CHEM 1114. | ||
| CHEM 3371 | Organic Chemistry I | ONLINE | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | David Son - dson@smu.edu | Designed to satisfy the requirements of the chemistry major and health-related professions student. The first term deals primarily with aliphatic chemistry, with special emphasis on stereochemistry. The second term emphasizes aromatic substances and the chemistry of biologically relevant molecules. Prerequisites: C- or higher in CHEM 1303, CHEM 1113, CHEM 1304, CHEM 1114. | ||
| CHEM 3372 | Organic Chemistry II | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Alan Humason - ahumason@smu.edu | For chemistry majors and students interested in health-related professions. Emphasizes spectroscopy and the chemistry of functional groups. Prerequisites: C- or higher in CHEM 3371, CHEM 3117. Corequisite: CHEM 3118. | ||
| CHIN 2401 | Intermediate Chinese | Virtual TBA | UC 2016: LL | CC: LAI | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Wei Qu - wqu@smu.edu | Enhances basic language skills learned in beginning Chinese but focuses on language proficiency, particularly in the areas of description, narration, correspondence, and comparisons based on situational context. Video and audio materials are used. Prerequisite: C– or better in CHIN 1402 or the appropriate placement exam score. Students meeting these requirements will be able to enroll. Otherwise, approval from the WLL adviser is required for enrollment. |
| CISB 5397 | Entrepreneurship: Starting A Business | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 2:00 pm | UC 2016: IL | May, May 13 - 27 | Patricia Kriska - pkriska@smu.edu | Covers planning for a new business. Topics include the personal characteristics of entrepreneurs, profit and cash flow forecasts, sources of information, sales forecasts and the importance of relevant experience, entrepreneurial marketing, financing, and the business plan. Prerequisites: FINA 3320, MKTG 3340, and/or ADV 1341, MNO 3370, ITOM 2308. Reserved for Cox majors. | |
| CS 1342 | Programming Concepts | Virtual MTWR 5:30 pm - 7:20 pm and R or W 7:30 pm - 8:20 pm | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Erik Gabrielsen - egabrielsen@smu.edu | Introduces the constructs provided in the C/C++ programming language for procedural and object-oriented programming. Computation, input and output, flow of control, functions, arrays and pointers, linked structures, use of dynamic storage, and implementation of abstract data types. Prerequisite: C- or better in CS 1341 or equivalent, a grade of at least 4 on the AP Computer Science A Exam, or departmental consent. | ||
| CS 2341 | Data Structures | M-F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm TR 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Mark Fontenot - mfonten@smu.edu | Emphasizes the object-oriented implementation of data structures and associated algorithms, including sorting algorithms, linked lists, stacks, queues, binary trees, and priority queues. Introduces graphs and algorithm analysis, and covers object-oriented software engineering strategies and approaches to programming. Prerequisite: C- or better in CS 1342 or equivalent. | ||
| CS 4340 | Statistical Methods for Engineers and Applied Scientists | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | May, May 13 - 27 | Ian Harris - iharris@smu.edu | Basic concepts of probability and statistics useful in the solution of engineering and applied science problems. Topics include probability, probability distributions, data analysis, sampling distributions, estimation, and simple tests of hypothesis. Prerequisites: C- or better in MATH 1337, MATH 1338. | ||
| CS 5382 | Computer Graphics | Virtual M-F 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm M-F 3:30 pm - 5:20 pm | July A, July 6 - 20 | Ginger Alford - alfordg@smu.edu | Hardware and software components of computer graphics systems: display files, 2-D and 3-D transformations, clipping and windowing, perspective, hidden-line elimination and shaping, interactive graphics, and applications. Prerequisites: Math 3304, CS 2341. Contact intersessions@smu.edu | ||
| DANC 1303 | Beginning Modern Dance | In-Person only M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: CA | CC: CA | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Christopher Dolder - cdolder@smu.edu | Introduction to basic movement skills, experiences, and concepts of modern dance. Not for credit in the dance major. |
| DANC 1303 | Beginning Modern Dance | In-Person only M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: CA | CC: CA | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Anne Westwick - awestwick@smu.edu | Introduction to basic movement skills, experiences, and concepts of modern dance. Not for credit in the dance major. |
| DANC 3374 | The Evolution of American Musical Theater | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: CA, KNW, IL | CC: CA | July B, July 21 - August 4 | Mark Burrell - msburrell@smu.edu | Examines the evolution of American musical theatre, from its roots in minstrelsy, burlesque, and vaudeville, to its adolescence in comic opera, operetta, and musical comedy, to its codification as musical theatre. Includes the early forms of popular entertainment, the integration of dance, music, and drama into the form known as musical theatre, and the figures of the 20th century who refined this integration on Broadway and in Hollywood. |
| DANC 3376 | Dance in Contemporary Society - Online | ONLINE | UC 2016: CA, IL, OC, W | CC: CA, OC, W | Combined, June 1 - August 4 | Christie Nelson - nelsonca@smu.edu | Exploration of dance as a significant element of the socio-cultural structures that form modern society. An examination of the historical context of seminal periods in the development of contemporary theatrical and social dance as a framework for developing an understanding of dance aesthetics. Students discover aesthetics by exploring the intersection of historical context and personal sensori-emotional values. They develop skills for critical analysis based in observation and research, and demonstrate their understanding of dance aesthetics through writing and discussion. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. |
| DISC 1313 | Writing and Critical Reasoning | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: DISC | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Pauline Newton - pnewton@smu.edu | This course is a topic-based seminar through which students continue to develop their critical reading and writing skills, employing analysis, evaluation, synthesis, and/or integration, while learning to employ research protocols for the various discipline or disciplines represented in the course. Students must earn a C- or better. Prerequisite: C- or better in DISC 1312 or ENGL 1301. | |
| DS 1300 | A Practical Introduction to Data Science | SMUFlex M-F 9:30 am - 12:00 pm M-F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | UC 2016: TM | CC: QA, TAS | May, May 13 - 27 | Eric Gadot Robert Kalescky - egodat@smu.edu | Provides a first introduction to the exciting field of data science using applications and case studies from various domains (e.g., social media, marketing, sociology, engineering, digital humanities). Introduces data-centric thinking, including a discussion of how data is acquired, managed, manipulated, visualized, and used, to support problem-solving. The fundamental practical skills necessary are taught in class, and each step is illustrated with small examples. Tools presented in this course include SQL and Excel, along with other state-of-the-art tools. No prior knowledge of statistics, math, or programming is necessary. |
| DSIN 5390 | Special Topics | TR 1:00 pm - 3:15 pm | Combined, June 1 - August 4 | Seth Osborn - sorsborn@smu.edu | Individual or group study of selected topics in engineering. | ||
| ECE 2350 | Circuit Analysis I | Virtual M-F 8:00 am - 12:00 pm | May, May 13 - 27 | CS Lee - csl@smu.edu | Analysis of resistive electrical circuits, basic theorems governing electrical circuits, power consideration, analysis of circuits with energy storage elements, and transient and sinusoidal steady–state analysis of circuits with inductors and capacitors. Corequisites: MATH 3313, PHYS 1304. This course is administered by the SMU-in-Taos office. Please contact smutaos@smu.ed for more information. | ||
| ECO 1311 | Principles of Microeconomics: Consumers, Firms, and Markets | Virtual M-F 8:00 am - 9:50 am | UC 2016: QR | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Rajat Deb - rdeb@smu.edu | Explains tools of economic analysis and focuses on the individual participants in the economy: producers, workers, employers, and consumers. | |
| ECO 1312 | Principles of Macroeconomics: Inflation, Recession, and Unemployment | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Nathan Balke - nbalke@smu.edu | Covers inflation, unemployment, and growth from both national and global perspectives. Tools of economic analysis include models of open economies. Prerequisite: C- or better in ECO 1311. | ||
| ECO 1312 | Principles of Macroeconomics: Inflation, Recession, and Unemployment | SMUFlex M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Nathan Balke - nbalke@smu.edu | Covers inflation, unemployment, and growth from both national and global perspectives. Tools of economic analysis include models of open economies. Prerequisite: C- or better in ECO 1311. | ||
| ECO 3301 | Price Theory (Intermediate Microeconomics) | Virtual M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: HSBS, TM | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Rajat Deb - rdeb@smu.edu | Building on topics covered in ECO 1311, this course considers problems of microeconomics that are more advanced, with a focus on understanding how consumers behave, firms make pricing and output decisions, and market structure impacts the behavior of firms and consumers. Prerequisites: C- or better in the following: ECO 1311, ECO 1312 and MATH 1309 or MATH 1337. | |
| ECO 3302 | Intermediate Macroeconomics | SMUFlex M-F 2:00 pm - 3:50 pm | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Aastha Gupta - aagupta@smu.edu | Investigates the factors that influence the level of aggregate income in an economy and the decision-making that ultimately results in the determination of levels of consumption, investment, or employment. Students analyze the impact of various government fiscal policies (using general equilibrium models) and the behavior of business cycles and patterns across various countries. Prerequisites: ECO 1311, ECO 1312, ECO 3301 and MATH 1309 or MATH 1337. | ||
| ECO 3355 | Money and Banking | SMUFlex M-F 2:00 pm - 3:50 pm | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Saltuk Ozerturk - ozerturk@smu.edu | Analyzes central and commercial banking. Prerequisites: C- or better in ECO 1311, ECO 1312. Reserved for economics majors and markets and cultures majors only. | ||
| ECO 4340 | Cultural Economics | SMUFlex TR 6:00 pm - 9:20 pm S 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Helen Reynolds - hrey@smu.edu | Introduces the field of cultural economics, with a focus on welfare valuations, valuation of nonmarket goods, and intellectual property. Prerequisites: C- or better in ECO 3301; STAT 2301, STAT 2331, or STAT 4340. | ||
| ECO 4378 | Financial Economics and Investment Behavior | SMUFlex M-F 4:00 pm - 5:50 pm | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Saltuk Ozerturk - ozerturk@smu.edu | Gives a theoretical basis for financial analysis within the context of the total process of investment decision-making and develops the theoretical foundations for analysis of equities and bonds as well as portfolio performance. Prerequisites: ECO 4368 or FINA 3320 and C- or better in ECO 3301 and in ITOM 2305 or STAT 2301, STAT 2331, or STAT 4340. Reserved for economics majors and minors. (ECO 4378 cannot be taken if the student has taken FINA 4326.) | ||
| ECO 5350 | Introductory Econometrics | Virtual MW 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm S 9:00 am - 12:30 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Indro Dasgupta - idasgupta@smu.edu | The basic concepts of econometrics and, in particular, regression analysis, with topics geared to first-time regression users. Prerequisites: Graduate standing or C- or better in the following: MATH 1309 or MATH 1337; ECO 3301; and ITOM 2305 or STAT 2301, STAT 2331, or STAT 4340. | ||
| ECO 5353 | Law and Economics | SMUFlex MW 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm S 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Helen Reynolds - hrey@smu.edu | Examines economic theories that explain the development of common law and constitutional law and the economic implications of contracts, antitrust laws, and liability rules. Prerequisites: Graduate standing or C- or better in the following: ECO 3301 and STAT 2301, STAT 2331, or STAT 4340. | ||
| ECO 5365 | Federal Government Expenditures | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Kathy Hayes - khayes@smu.edu | Focuses on theoretical principles useful for analyzing the role of government intervention. Topics may vary from year to year. Prerequisites: C– or better in ECO 3301, MATH 1309 or MATH 1337, and one of the following: STAT 2301, STAT 2331, or STAT 4340. | ||
| ECO 5375 | Economic and Business Forecasting | Virtual TR 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm S 9:00 am - 12:30 pm | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Indro Dasgupta - idasgupta@smu.edu | Presentation of methods used by economists to forecast economic and business trends and ways of evaluating the usefulness of these methods. Students may not receive credit for this course and STAT 4375. Prerequisites: C- or better in the following: STAT 2301, STAT 2331, STAT 4340, or ITOM 2305; and ECO 5350. | ||
| EMIS 2375 | Cultural and Ethical Implications of Technology | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 12:50 pm | UC 2016: TM, HFA, IL, OC | June A, June 1 - 15 | Gretchen Coleman - gmiller@smu.edu | Explores the pervasive use of technology in today’s society, the impact of technology on daily life, and the tie between technology and ethical responsibility. Students learn how their lives are being shaped by technology and how they in turn help shape technology. | |
| EMIS 3340 | Statistical Methods for Engineers and Applied Scientists | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: TM | May, May 13 - 27 | Ian Harris - rkoganti@smu.edu | Basic concepts of probability and statistics useful in the solution of engineering and applied science problems. Topics include probability, probability distributions, data analysis, sampling distributions, estimations, and simple tests of hypothesis. Credit is not allowed for both EMIS 3340/STAT 4340/CS 4340 and EMIS 5370. Prerequisite: C- or better in MATH 1338 or equivalent. | |
| EMIS 5311 | Systems Engineering Design | R 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm | Combined, June 1 - August 4 | Rama Koganti - rkoganti@smu.edu | An introduction to system design of complex hardware and software systems. Includes design concept, design characterization, design elements, reviews, verification and validation, threads and incremental design, unknowns, performance, management of design, design metrics, and teams. Centers on the development of real-world examples. Prerequisite: EMIS 5301. | ||
| EMIS 5360 | Management of Information Technologies | M 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm | Combined, June 1 - August 4 | STAFF | Defines the management activities of the overall computer resources within an organization or government entity. Consists of current topics in strategic planning of computer resources, budgeting and fiscal controls, design and development of information systems, personnel management, project management, rapid prototyping, and system life cycles. Reserved for Lyle majors. | ||
| ENGL 2302 | Business Writing | SMUFlex M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: W, OC, IL | CC: W | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Carol Dickson-Carr - dicksonc@smu.edu | Introduction to business and professional communication, including a variety of writing and speaking tasks, and the observation and practice of rhetorical strategies, discourse conventions, and ethical standards associated with workplace culture. Prerequisite: DISC 1312 or WRTR 2305. |
| ENGL 2311 | Introduction to Poetry | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: LL, OC, W | CC: LAI, W | May, May 13 - 27 | Timothy Rosendale - rosendale@smu.edu | Analysis, interpretation, and appreciation of poetry, with attention to terms and issues relevant to the genre. This course is administered by the SMU-in-Taos office. Please contact smutaos@smu.ed for more information. |
| ENGL 2312 | Fiction | Virtual M-F 2:00 pm - 3:50 pm | UC 2016: W, LL | CC: LAI, W | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 31 | Richard Hermes - rhermes@smu.edu | Analysis, interpretation, and appreciation of fiction, with attention to terms and issues relevant to the genre. |
| ENGL 2390 | Introduction to Creative Writing | Virtual M-F 11:00 am - 3:45 pm | UC 2016: W, CA | CC: CA, W | May, May 13 - 27 | Katie Condon - kmhermes@smu.edu | Workshop on the theory and techniques of writing fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction. |
| ENGL 3367 | Ethical Implications of Children's Literature | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: HFA, KNW, HD, OC, W | CC: HD, OC, W | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Martha Satz - msatz@smu.edu | Examination of children’s literature with emphasis on notions of morality and evil, including issues of colonialism, race, ethnicity, gender, and class. |
| ENGL 3379 | Literary and Cultural Contexts of Disability: Gender, Care, and Justice | Virtual M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: HFA, KNW, HD, OC, W | CC: HD, OC, W | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Martha Satz - msatz@smu.edu | An examination of disability as a cultural construct, with attention to how literary, ethical, and political representations bear upon it, and in relation to gender, race, and class issues. |
| FILM 2344 | History of Animated Film | SMUFlex M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: CA, HC | CC: HC | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | David Sedman - dsedman@smu.edu | Provides a critical and historical overview of the development of the animated film from its origins in the 19th century to the present. |
| FILM 3300 | Film and Television Genres | SMUFlex M-F 1:00 pm - 4:50 pm | UC 2016: CA | CC: CA | June B, June 16 - 30 | Rick Worland - rworland@smu.edu | Examines questions of genre pertinent to film and television by focusing on various generic forms and their history. Specific genres for consideration vary from term to term. |
| FILM 3351 | International Film History | SMUFlex M-F 1:00 pm - 4:50 pm | UC 2016: CA, HC | CC: HC | July A, July 6 - 20 | Rick Worland - rworland@smu.edu | Overview of the development of the cinema as a technology, an art form, an industry, and a social institution, beginning with the origins of the medium and tracing its major movements and configurations up to the present. Required of all majors. |
| FINA 3310 | Finance Concepts | SMUFlex M-F 2:00 pm - 5:50 pm | June B, June 16 - 30 | Mukunthan Santhanakrishnan - muku@smu.edu | Survey of concepts, practices, and problems surrounding financial markets, securities, and decision-making. Includes time value of money, market efficiency, evaluation of securities, and capital budgeting. Required for the minor in business. Students may not receive credit for this course and FINA 3320. Cox majors and minors in business administration will not receive credit for this course and may not enroll in it. Cox majors and minors in business administration will not receive credit for this course and may not enroll in it. | ||
| FINA 3320 | Financial Management | Virtual MTW 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Michael Davis - mldavis@smu.edu | Survey of concepts, practices, and problems surrounding financial markets, securities, and decision-making. Includes time value of money, market efficiency, evaluation of securities, and capital budgeting. Required for the minor in business. Students may not receive credit for this course and FINA 3320. Cox majors and minors in business administration will not receive credit for this course and may not enroll in it. Prerequisites: ACCT 2301; ECO 1311 and ECO 1312; MATH 1309 or MATH 1337; STAT 2301 or one from the following: CS 4340, EMIS 3340, ITOM 2305, STAT 2331, STAT 4340. Reserved for Cox majors and minors in business administration. Students will not receive credit for this course and ECO 4368. | ||
| FREN 1401 | Beginning French: Term One | ONLINE | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Caroline Grubbs - cgrubbs@smu.edu | Stresses acquisition of basic skills: speaking, listening comprehension, reading, and writing. Prerequisites: Reserved for students who have no previous French experience or fewer than two years of French and the appropriate placement exam score. Approval from the WLL adviser is required for enrollment. | ||
| FREN 1401 | Beginning French: Term One | ONLINE | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | James Batchelor - jbatchel@smu.edu | Stresses acquisition of basic skills: speaking, listening comprehension, reading, and writing. Prerequisites: Reserved for students who have no previous French experience or fewer than two years of French and the appropriate placement exam score. Approval from the WLL adviser is required for enrollment. | ||
| FREN 1402 | Beginning French: Term Two | ONLINE | UC 2016: SL | CC: SLM | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Janet Dodd - jdodd@smu.edu | Stresses acquisition of basic skills: speaking, listening comprehension, reading, and writing. Prerequisite: C– or better in FREN 1401 or the appropriate placement exam score. Students meeting these requirements will be able to enroll. Otherwise, approval from the WLL adviser is required for enrollment. |
| FREN 1402 | Beginning French: Term Two | ONLINE | UC 2016: SL | CC: SLM | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Janet Dodd - jdodd@smu.edu | Stresses acquisition of basic skills: speaking, listening comprehension, reading, and writing. Prerequisite: C– or better in FREN 1401 or the appropriate placement exam score. Students meeting these requirements will be able to enroll. Otherwise, approval from the WLL adviser is required for enrollment. |
| FREN 3358 | Advanced Spoken French | Virtual M-F 11:00 am - 12:50 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Thierry Tirado - ttirado@smu.edu | Focuses on the development of oral and aural skills and topic-specific vocabulary. Includes readings and discussion of texts and commentaries on contemporary French society and culture, and viewing and discussion of feature films. Prerequisites: C- or better in FREN 2302 or FREN 3356. | ||
| GERM 1401 | Beginning German I | ONLINE | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Gizem Arslan - garslan@smu.edu | Stresses acquisition of basic skills: speaking, aural comprehension, reading, and writing. Prerequisites: Reserved for students who have no previous German experience or fewer than two years of German and the appropriate placement exam score. Approval from the WLL adviser is required for enrollment. | ||
| GERM 1402 | Beginning German II | ONLINE | UC 2016: SL | CC: SLM | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Stephen Grollman - sgrollman@smu.edu | Stresses acquisition of basic skills: speaking, aural comprehension, reading, and writing. Prerequisite: C– or better in GERM 1401 or the appropriate placement exam score. Students meeting these requirements will be able to enroll. Otherwise, approval from the WLL adviser is required for enrollment. |
| HIST 2302 | Presenting the American Revolution: History, Painting, Fiction, and Film | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm M-F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | UC 2016: HC, KNW | CC: HC | May, May 13 - 27 | Edward Countryman - ecountry@smu.edu | Historians, painters, writers, and filmmakers all recover and interpret the past. This course explores the relationship between how historians and such artists have made sense of the American Revolution. |
| HIST 2337 | History of Sports in the United States | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm | UC 2016: HC, HD | CC: HC, HD | May, May 13 - 27 | Alexis McCrossen - amccross@smu.edu | The social, cultural, and business history of sport in the U.S. Focus on the cultural meaning and ethical components of sports in the 19th and 20th centuries. |
| HIST 2337 | History of Sports in the United States | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 2:50 pm | UC 2016: HC, HD | CC: HC, HD | June B, June 16 - 30 | Alexis McCrossen - amccross@smu.edu | The social, cultural, and business history of sport in the U.S. Focus on the cultural meaning and ethical components of sports in the 19th and 20th centuries. |
| HIST 3309 | North American Environmental History | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm M-F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | UC 2016: HC, KNW, W | CC: HC, W | May, May 13 - 27 | Andrew Graybill - agraybill@smu.edu | Surveys North American environmental history since pre-Columbian times. It expands the customary framework of historical inquiry by focusing on the interaction of human beings and the natural world. |
| HIST 3311 | The 19th-Century American West | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm MF 1:00 pm - 2:50 pm | UC 2016: KNW, HD, HC | CC: HD | June A, June 1 - 15 | Andrew Graybill - agraybill@smu.edu | History of the trans-Mississippi West in the 19th century, with an emphasis on major political, social, economic, and environmental themes of the region’s history. |
| HIST 3379 | The Cultural History of New Mexico | Virtual M-F 8:00 am - 12:00 pm | UC 2016: HC, HD, OC, IL | CC: HC, HD, OC | May, May 13 - 27 | Neil Foley - foleyn@smu.edu | Explores the history of struggles among the state’s dominant ethnic groups - Native Americans, Hispanos, and Anglos - over rituals, spaces, and objects. (SMU-in-Taos) This course is administered by the SMU-in-Taos office. Please contact smutaos@smu.ed for more information. |
| HRTS 3320 | War, Looting, and Collecting in/of the Ancient World | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: HFA, HSBS, GE | CC: CA | May, May 13 - 27 | Stephanie Langin-Hooper - langinhooper@smu.edu | Examines the ways war, looting, and collecting affect ancient art. Students analyze case studies of ancient and modern warfare, focusing on resultant destruction, relocation, and repurposing of artworks. |
| HRTS 3341 | The Failure of Humanity in Rwanda | SMUFlex M-F 9:00 am - 11:00 am M-F 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm | UC 2016: HSBS, KNW, HD | CC: HC, HD | May, May 13 - 27 | Herve Tchumkam - htchumkam@smu.edu | An introduction to the 1994 Rwanda genocide that seeks to understand not only its origins but also its sociological, ethical, and human rights implications. |
| HRTS 3348 | Health as a Human Right | SMUFlex M-F 9:00 am - 12:50 pm | UC 2016: HSBS, CE, GE, HD, IL | CC: SBS, CE, GPS | June B, June 16 - 30 | Carolyn Smith-Morris - smithmor@smu.edu | This course examines the concept of human rights critically, with an eye for cross-cultural variation and a particular focus on rights that are health-related. |
| HRTS 4343 | Ethics and Human Rights | Virtual MWF 12:00 pm - 2:50 pm | UC 2016: HSBS, GE, HD | CC: GPS, HD | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Bradley Klein - kleinb@smu.edu | Explores how global ethical perspectives intersect with the theory and practice of human rights, emphasizing healthy and just relationships with self, community, other, place, and career. |
| ITAL 1401 | Beginning Italian: First Term | ONLINE | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Teresa Brentegani - tbrenteg@smu.edu | Offers a communicative and interactive approach and stresses the acquisition of basic listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills, basic grammatical structures, vocabulary, idioms, and accurate pronunciation. Students attend three lecture meetings and two lab meetings, in which they read and listen to authentic materials, prepare written compositions and oral presentations, have conversational practice, and explore various aspects of Italian culture and cross-cultural comparisons between Italy and the United States. Prerequisites: ITAL 1401 is designed for students with no previous knowledge of Italian or for those were placed into 1401 by the Italian placement exam. Students seeking to enroll in ITAL 1401 who have not met the course prerequisites or do not have the appropriate placement exam score should contact the WLL Second Language adviser. | ||
| ITAL 1401 | Beginning Italian: First Term | ONLINE | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Daniele Forlino - dforlino@smu.edu | Offers a communicative and interactive approach and stresses the acquisition of basic listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills, basic grammatical structures, vocabulary, idioms, and accurate pronunciation. Students attend three lecture meetings and two lab meetings, in which they read and listen to authentic materials, prepare written compositions and oral presentations, have conversational practice, and explore various aspects of Italian culture and cross-cultural comparisons between Italy and the United States. Prerequisites: ITAL 1401 is designed for students with no previous knowledge of Italian or for those were placed into 1401 by the Italian placement exam. Students seeking to enroll in ITAL 1401 who have not met the course prerequisites or do not have the appropriate placement exam score should contact the WLL Second Language adviser. | ||
| ITAL 1402 | Beginning Italian: Second Term | ONLINE | UC 2016: SL | CC: SLM | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Damiano Bonuomo - bonuomo@smu.edu | Students review and learn fundamental aspects of basic Italian linguistic and grammatical structures (regular and irregular verbs in the present, present perfect, imperfect, future, conditional, and present subjunctive). Students attend three lecture meetings and two lab meetings, in which they further develop their linguistic and cultural awareness of Italian and build their vocabulary, listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills through communicative, interactive activities and assignments, including written compositions, oral presentations, and conversational practice. Prerequisite: C– or better in ITAL 1401 or the appropriate placement exam score. Students meeting these requirements will be able to enroll. Otherwise, approval from the WLL Second Language adviser is required for enrollment. Students who have not met the course prerequisites for ITAL 1402 or do not have the appropriate placement exam score should contact the WLL Second Language adviser. |
| ITAL 1402 | Beginning Italian: Second Term | ONLINE | UC 2016: SL | CC: SLM | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Aria Cabot - acabot@smu.edu | Students review and learn fundamental aspects of basic Italian linguistic and grammatical structures (regular and irregular verbs in the present, present perfect, imperfect, future, conditional, and present subjunctive). Students attend three lecture meetings and two lab meetings, in which they further develop their linguistic and cultural awareness of Italian and build their vocabulary, listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills through communicative, interactive activities and assignments, including written compositions, oral presentations, and conversational practice. Prerequisite: C– or better in ITAL 1401 or the appropriate placement exam score. Students meeting these requirements will be able to enroll. Otherwise, approval from the WLL Second Language adviser is required for enrollment. Students who have not met the course prerequisites for ITAL 1402 or do not have the appropriate placement exam score should contact the WLL Second Language adviser. |
| ITOM 2308 | Information Systems for Management | SMUFlex MTW 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | UC 2016: IL | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Stewart Rogers - rogerss@smu.edu | Discusses information technology and information resources for business. Covers spreadsheet analytical tools for data analysis, reporting, and forecasting. Explores database technologies and business information tools including resources for storage, retrieval, aggregation, and reporting. Requires laptop capable of running the latest version of Microsoft Excel. Prerequisite: ITOM 2305 or one from the following: CS 4340, EMIS 3340, STAT 2331, STAT 4340. Reserved for Cox majors and minors in business administration only. | |
| ITOM 3306 | Operations Management | SMUFlex TWR 6:00 pm - 9:15 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Paul Ferguson - pferguson@smu.edu | Introduces concepts, principles, problems, and practices of operations management, and discusses methods for building business analytics models to solve operational business problems effectively. Topics include decision analysis, optimization (particularly linear programming) and sensitivity analysis, time-series analysis and forecasting, inventory control, simulation, and project scheduling. Prerequisites: ACCT 2301; ECO 1311 and ECO 1312; ITOM 2308; MATH 1309 or MATH 1337; and one from the following: CS 4340, EMIS 3340, ITOM 2305, STAT 2331, STAT 4340. Reserved for Cox majors and minors in business administration. | ||
| JOUR 2302 | Ethics of Covergent Media | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: IIC, PRIE | CC: PREI | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Tony Pederson - tpederso@smu.edu | Explores the ethical issues (e.g., free speech, privacy, and government regulation and censorship) that provide the foundation for all communication fields and have become more complex as media and industries have converged. |
| JOUR 2304 | Video and Audio Production | SMUFlex M-F 2:00 pm - 3:50 pm | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | STAFF | Offers practical training in the fundamentals of broadcast communication. Students learn field production and editing, as well as broadcast writing and studio and control room skills. Students produce several original projects for potential broadcast on SMU’s various student media. This class requires a significant amount of outside, scheduled work for both in-studio and mobile multimedia production. Includes 3 hours of lecture and one 1.5-hour lab per week. Prerequisites: JOUR 2103, JOUR 2302. Restricted to fashion media majors or journalism majors or minors. | ||
| JOUR 2312 | News Reporting | SMUFlex M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: W, IL | CC: W | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Valerie Evans - vaevans@smu.edu | Rigorous foundation writing and reporting course needed to complete the major. Students gain fundamental skills (e.g., gathering, documenting, organizing, and writing news) that are essential to accurate, fair, clear, and concise journalism. Restricted to journalism majors and minors or fashion media majors and minors. Prerequisites: JOUR 2103 and JOUR 2302. |
| JOUR 3345 | Mass Media in Great Britain: Politics, Pin-ups, and Propaganda | SMUFlex M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: HSBS, GE | CC: GPS | May, May 13 - 27 | Tony Pederson - rwhart@smu.edu | Explores the interaction between power, politics, and mass media in Great Britain; the history of the media in Great Britain; the health (or lack thereof) of mass media today and its impact on politics and popular culture; and how journalists report the news abroad and in the United States. Daily assignments include examination of newspapers and broadcast and Internet news available in the U.K. Students write papers based on visits to sites such as the British Library and the Imperial War Museum. British journalists, scholars, and foreign correspondents present guest lectures. Final class projects that include papers and class presentations involve group studies in specialized areas of British media. (SMU-in-London) |
| JOUR 3357 | Photojournalism | Virtual M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Robert Hart - rwhart@smu.edu | Training in the techniques and execution of digital photojournalism, including computer processing of images. Students learn to produce digital photojournalism, and have the opportunity to generate photographic images for the division’s convergence website. Prerequisites WAIVED. Contact lisag@smu.edu for assistance enrolling. | ||
| LATN 1401 | Beginning Latin I | ONLINE | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Justin Germain - jgermain@smu.edu | Structures of the Latin language: vocabulary, grammar, and syntax. Also, introduction to Roman history and culture, and simple readings from Latin authors. Prerequisites: Reserved for students who have no previous Latin experience or fewer than two years of Latin and the appropriate placement exam score. Approval from the WLL adviser is required for enrollment. | ||
| LATN 1402 | Beginning Latin II | ONLINE | UC 2016: SLL | CC: SLC | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Justin Germain - jgermain@smu.edu | Structures of the Latin language: vocabulary, grammar, and syntax. Also, introduction to Roman history and culture, and simple readings from Latin authors. Prerequisites: C- or better in LATN 1401 or the appropriate placement exam score. Students meeting these requirements will be able to enroll. Otherwise, approval from the WLL adviser is required for enrollment. |
| MATH 1309 | Introduction to Calculus for Business and Social Science | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: QF | CC: QR | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Judy Newell - jnewell@smu.edu | Derivatives and integrals of algebraic, logarithmic, and exponential functions with applications to the time value of money, curve sketching, maximum-minimum problems, and computation of areas. Applications to business and economics. (Non-business majors who will require math beyond first semester calculus must take MATH 1337. Credit not allowed for both MATH 1309 and MATH 1337.) Prerequisite: Placement out of MATH 1303 or a C- or higher in MATH 1303. |
| MATH 1309 | Introduction to Calculus for Business and Social Science | SMUFlex M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: QF | CC: QR | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Adriana Aceves - acevesa@smu.edu | Derivatives and integrals of algebraic, logarithmic, and exponential functions with applications to the time value of money, curve sketching, maximum-minimum problems, and computation of areas. Applications to business and economics. (Non-business majors who will require math beyond first semester calculus must take MATH 1337. Credit not allowed for both MATH 1309 and MATH 1337.) Prerequisite: Placement out of MATH 1303 or a C- or higher in MATH 1303. |
| MATH 1337 | Calculus I | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: QF | CC: QR | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Adriana Aceves - acevesa@smu.edu | Differential and integral calculus for algebraic, trigonometric functions, and other transcendental functions, with applications to curve sketching, velocity, maximum-minimum problems, area and volume. (Credit not allowed for both MATH 1309 and MATH 1337.) Prerequisite: Placement out of MATH 1304 or a C- or higher in MATH 1304. |
| MATH 1338 | Calculus II | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Carol Seets - cseets@smu.edu | A continuation of MATH 1337 through differential and integral calculus, areas, techniques of integration, improper integrals, and infinite sequences and series, including Taylor series. Prerequisite: C- or higher in MATH 1337 (or an A in MATH 1309 and departmental approval). | ||
| MATH 1338 | Calculus II | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Carol Seets - cseets@smu.edu | A continuation of MATH 1337 through differential and integral calculus, areas, techniques of integration, improper integrals, and infinite sequences and series, including Taylor series. Prerequisite: C- or higher in MATH 1337 (or an A in MATH 1309 and departmental approval). | ||
| MATH 3302 | Calculus III: Multi-Variable and Vector Calculus | SMUFlex M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | STAFF | Partial differentiation, multiple integrals, parametrization, line and surface integrals. Vector Calculus, including vector fields, divergence, curl, and the divergence and Stokes’ theorems. Prerequisites: C– or higher in MATH 1338 or MATH 1340. | ||
| MATH 3304 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: TM | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | STAFF | Matrices and linear equations, Gaussian elimination, determinants, rank, geometrical notions, eigenvalue problems, coordinate transformations, norms, inner products, orthogonal projections, and Gram–Schmidt and least squares. Includes computational exercises related to these topics. Prerequisites: C– or higher in MATH 1338 or MATH 1340. | |
| MATH 3304 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: TM | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | STAFF | Matrices and linear equations, Gaussian elimination, determinants, rank, geometrical notions, eigenvalue problems, coordinate transformations, norms, inner products, orthogonal projections, and Gram–Schmidt and least squares. Includes computational exercises related to these topics. Prerequisites: C– or higher in MATH 1338 or MATH 1340. | |
| MATH 3313 | Ordinary Differential Equations | SMUFlex M-F 8:00 am - 9:50 am | CC: QA | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | STAFF | First– and second–order linear equations, including applications to physical and biological sciences. Solution methods including integrating factors, undetermined coefficients, variation of parameters, and Laplace transforms. Computational methods and exercises. Prerequisites: C– or higher in MATH 1338 or MATH 1340. | |
| MATH 3315 | Introduction to Scientific Computing | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am M-F 1:00 pm - 2:50 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Sheng Xu - sxu@smu.edu | An elementary survey course that includes techniques for root-finding, interpolation, functional approximation, linear equations, and numerical integration. Special attention is given to MATLAB programming, algorithm implementations, and library codes. Students registering for this course must also register for an associated computer laboratory. Prerequisites: C- or better in MATH 1338 or MATH 1340, and in CS 1340 or CS 1341. Corequisite: MATH 3304. | ||
| ME 2310 | Statics | M-F 1:00 pm - 2:50 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Ali Heydari | Equilibrium of force systems, computations of reactions and internal forces, and determinations of centroids and moments of inertia. Also, introduction to vector mechanics. Prerequisite: MATH 1337. Prerequisite or corequisite: PHYS 1303. | ||
| ME 2320 | Dynamics | M-F 3:00 pm - 4:50 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Ali Heydari | Introduction to kinematics and dynamics of particles and rigid bodies. Also, Newton’s laws, kinetic and potential energy, linear and angular momentum, work, impulse, and inertia properties. Prerequisite: C or better in CEE 2310/ME 2310. | ||
| ME 2331 | Thermodynamics | M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Jose Lage - jll@smu.edu | The first and second laws of thermodynamics and thermodynamic properties of ideal gases, pure substances, and gaseous mixtures are applied to power production and refrigeration cycles. Prerequisites: MATH 1338 or MATH 1340, and a C or better in ME 2310/CEE 2310. Corequisite: ME 2131. | ||
| ME 2342 | Fluid Mechanics | M-F 1:00 pm - 2:50 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Sheila Williams - shooman@smu.edu | Fluid statics, fluid control volume, and applications; irrotational flow; Bernoulli’s and Euler’s equations; similitude and dimensional analysis; differential analysis of fluid flow; incompressible viscous flow; and boundary layer theory. Prerequisites: MATH 3302, ME 2320 and C or better in ME 2331. Corequisites: ME 2142 and MATH 3313. | ||
| ME 3340 | Engineering Materials | M-F 1:00 pm - 2:50 pm | UC 2016: NAS | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Wei Tong - wtong@smu.edu | A study of the fundamental factors influencing the structure and properties of structural materials, including metals, polymers, and ceramic. Covers phase diagrams, heat treatment, metallography, mechanical behavior, atomic bonding, and corrosion. Prerequisites: CHEM 1303 and a C or better in ME 2310 and ME 2340. | |
| ME 3350 | Structural Analysis | SMUFlex M-F 9:30 am - 11:30 am M-F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | May, May 13 - 27 | Brett Story - bstory@smu.edu | Emphasis on the classical methods of analysis of statically determinate and indeterminate structural systems. Also, computation of reactions, shears, moments, and deflections of beams, trusses, and frames. Students use computers as an analytical tool. Prerequisites: ME 2140/CEE 2140, C or better in ME 2340/CEE 2340. | ||
| ME 4322 | Vibrations | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm M-F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | UC 2016: LL | May, May 13 - 27 | Yelena Borzova - eborzova@smu.edu | Review of fundamentals of vibrations with application of simple machine and structural members. Topics include harmonic motion, free and forced vibration, resonance, damping, isolation, and transmissibility. Single, multiple, and infinite degree–of–freedom systems are also examined. Prerequisites: ME 2320/CEE 2320, MATH 3313, and MATH 3304. | |
| ME 5362 | Engineering Analysis with Numerical Methods | SMUFlex M-F 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm | May, May 13 - 27 | Usama El Shamy - uelshamy@smu.edu | Application of numerical and approximate methods in solving a variety of engineering problems. Examples include equilibrium, buckling, vibration, fluid mechanics, thermal science, and surveying problems. Prerequisites WAIVED. Contact intersessions@smu.edu for assistance enrolling. | ||
| ME 5362 | Engineering Analysis with Numerical Methods | SMUFlex M-F 3:00 pm - 4:50 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Usama El Shamy - uelshamy@smu.edu | Application of numerical and approximate methods in solving a variety of engineering problems. Examples include equilibrium, buckling, vibration, fluid mechanics, thermal science, and surveying problems. Prerequisites WAIVED. Contact intersessions@smu.edu for assistance enrolling. | ||
| ME 7362 | Engineering Analysis with Numerical Methods | SMUFlex M-F 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm | May, May 13 - 27 | Usama El Shamy - uelshamy@smu.edu | Application of numerical and approximate methods in solving a variety of engineering problems. Examples include equilibrium, buckling, vibration, fluid mechanics, thermal science, and surveying problems. Prerequisites WAIVED. Contact intersessions@smu.edu for assistance enrolling. | ||
| MKTG 3310 | Marketing Concepts | SMUFlex M-F 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm | May, May 13 - 27 | Gary Orosy - gorosy@smu.edu | Covers the basic principles of consumer marketing and the role of each element of the marketing mix. Emphasizes creating a familiarity with the marketing strategy and planning processes and viewing marketing within a societal context. Required for the minor in business. Students who have already completed MKTG 3340 will not receive credit for this course. Cox majors and minors in business administration will not receive credit for this course and may not enroll in it. | ||
| MKTG 3340 | Marketing Concepts | SMUFlex M-F 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm | May, May 13 - 27 | Gary Orosy - gorosy@smu.edu | Examines the nature of marketing decisions; the environment in which these decisions are made; and the relationship of these decisions to the firm, business, and society. | ||
| MKTG 3310 | Marketing Concepts | SMUFlex M-F 2:00 pm - 5:50 pm | July B, July 21 - August 4 | Charles Besio - cbesio@smu.edu | Covers the basic principles of consumer marketing and the role of each element of the marketing mix. Emphasizes creating a familiarity with the marketing strategy and planning processes and viewing marketing within a societal context. Required for the minor in business. Students who have already completed MKTG 3340 will not receive credit for this course. Cox majors and minors in business administration will not receive credit for this course and may not enroll in it. | ||
| MKTG 3340 | Fundamentals of Marketing | SMUFlex M-F 9:00 am - 12:50 pm | July A, July 6 - 20 | Charles Besio - cbesio@smu.edu | Examines the nature of marketing decisions; the environment in which these decisions are made; and the relationship of these decisions to the firm, business, and society. Prerequisites: ACCT 2301; ECO 1311 and ECO 1312; MATH 1309 or MATH 1337; and one from the following: CS 4340, EMIS 3340, ITOM 2305, STAT 2331, STAT 4340. Reserved for Cox majors, minors in business administration, or management science majors. BBA Scholars or Business Direct entering SMU Fall 2020 and beyond are not subject to the requisite requirements. Students may not receive credit for both MKTG 3340 and ADV 1341. | ||
| MNO 3310 | Management Concepts | Virtual M-F 11:00 am - 12:50 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | David Lei - dlei@smu.edu | Provides a broad survey of key issues, theories, and practices that underpin how organizations function, evolve, and perform. Topics include motivation, job design, organizational theory, leadership, organizational culture, competitive strategy, and competitive advantage. Required for the minor in business. Cox majors and minors in business administration will not receive credit for this course and may not enroll in it. | ||
| MNO 3370 | Management | Virtual M-F 11:00 am - 12:50 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | David Lei - dlei@smu.edu | Develops skills in managerial behavior that facilitate high performance and satisfaction as well as continued self-development for all organization members. Prerequisites: ACCT 2301; ECO 1311 and ECO 1312; MATH 1309 or MATH 1337; and one from the following: CS 4340, EMIS 3340, ITOM 2305, STAT 2331, STAT 4340. Reserved for Cox majors, minors in business administration, or management science majors. BBA Scholars or Business Direct entering SMU Fall 2020 and beyond are not subject to the requisite requirements. | ||
| MUHI 1340 | Jazz: Transition and Transformation | Virtual M-F 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm | UC 2016: CA, HD | CC: CA | May, May 13 - 27 | Kim Corbet - kcorbet@smu.edu | Bunk, Bird, Bix, Bags, and Trane. From blues to bop, street beat to free jazz. A study of the people and music from its African, Euro-American origins through the various art and popular forms of the 20th century. |
| PHIL 1301 | Elementary Logic | SMUFlex M-F 3:00 pm - 4:50 pm | UC 2016: PRIE | CC: PREI | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Matt Lockard - mlockard@smu.edu | An introductory course in symbolic logic. Logic provides a means for determining whether the purported conclusion of an argument really does follow from the premises. In symbolic logic, mechanical procedures are developed for determining whether a given argument is valid. The techniques and skills acquired through logic have important applications not only within other academic areas such as the sciences and humanities, but may be of use within various professional areas, including law. Counts towards the cognitive science minor. |
| PHIL 1305 | Introduction to Philosophy | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 2:00 pm | UC 2016: PRIE | CC: PREI | May, May 13 - 27 | Matthew Lockard - mlockard@smu.edu | A general introduction to the central questions of philosophy. We will discuss topics from such areas as the theory of knowledge, philosophy of religion, metaphysics, philosophy of mind, ethics, and political philosophy. Typical questions might include: Can we know the world outside our minds? Is it rational to believe in a God who allows evil to exist? Do the laws of physics allow for human freedom? Is morality more than a matter of opinion? Can there be unequal wealth in a just society? Readings will include classical authors such as Plato, Descartes, Locke, Hume, and Mill, as well as contemporary philosophers. The focus of the course will be on arguments for and against proposed solutions to key problems of philosophy. |
| PHIL 1317 | Business Ethics | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 2:00 pm | UC 2016: PRIE | CC: PREI | May, May 13 - 27 | Ken Daley - kdaley@smu.edu | Examines the moral dimensions of actions and practices in the business world. Students explore ethical theories and standards of evaluation for actions and practices generally, and discuss how these theories and standards apply to a variety of issues in business. Topics vary, but the following are representative: advertising, capitalism vs. socialism, corporate culture, product quality and safety, the responsibilities of corporations to the societies that sustain them, the use of animals in product testing, and working conditions and compensation. |
| PHIL 1317 | Business Ethics | Virtual TWR 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm | UC 2016: PRIE | CC: PREI | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Ken Daley - kdaley@smu.edu | Examines the moral dimensions of actions and practices in the business world. Students explore ethical theories and standards of evaluation for actions and practices generally, and discuss how these theories and standards apply to a variety of issues in business. Topics vary, but the following are representative: advertising, capitalism vs. socialism, corporate culture, product quality and safety, the responsibilities of corporations to the societies that sustain them, the use of animals in product testing, and working conditions and compensation. |
| PHIL 1319 | Technology, Society, and Value | Virtual M-F 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm | UC 2016: PRIE | CC: PREI | May, May 13 - 27 | Sally Parker-Ryan - sparkerryan@smu.edu | Advances in technology are raising many ethical issues that require serious considerations. We will discuss issues surrounding such technologies and how they affect the views of warfare, privacy, human enhancement, and artificial intelligence. |
| PHIL 1319 | Technology, Society, and Value | Virtual M-F 12:00 pm - 3:50 pm | UC 2016: PRIE, TM | CC: PREI | July B, July 21 - August 4 | Sally Parker-Ryan - sparkerryan@smu.edu | Advances in technology are raising many ethical issues that require serious considerations. We will discuss issues surrounding such technologies and how they affect the views of warfare, privacy, human enhancement, and artificial intelligence. |
| PHIL 3315 | Philosophy of Mind | Virtual M-F 1:00 pm - 2:50 pm | UC 2016: HFA | CC: PREI | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Justin Fisher - fisher@smu.edu | A systematic treatment of the nature of consciousness, self, and person. Counts towards the cognitive science or neuroscience minor. |
| PHIL 3351 | History of West Philosophy (Ancient) | SMUFlex M-F 2:00 pm - 3:50 pm | UC 2016: HFA | CC: PREI | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Eric Barnes - ebarnes@smu.edu | A study of the major philosophers from Thales to Plotinus, including Plato and Aristotle. Please note: this course is not offered in the Spring term. |
| PHIL 3352 | History of West Philosophy (Modern) | Virtual M-F 2:00 pm - 3:50 pm | UC 2016: HSBS, HFA | CC: PREI | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Stephen Hiltz - shiltz@smu.edu | Survey course in the history of modern philosophy covering the modern period, from Descartes to Hume, including Leibniz, Spinoza, Locke, and Berkeley. Examines many seminal writings in philosophy on such key issues as rationalism and empiricism, the nature of external reality and one’s knowledge of it, the existence and nature of God, the relation between mind and body, causation, induction, and the nature of morality and moral action. Satisfies one part of the history requirement for philosophy majors; may be used to satisfy the history requirement for philosophy minors. Please note: this course is not offered in the Fall term. |
| PHYS 1105 | Mechanics Laboratory | SMUFlex MWF 11:00 am - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: SE w/lecture, QR | CC: ES w/lecture | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Richard Guarino - rguarino@smu.edu | Taken with PHYS 1303, PHYS 1307 if 8 hours of credit, including laboratory, are needed. |
| PHYS 1105 | Mechanics Laboratory | SMUFlex MWF 3:00 pm - 5:50 pm | UC 2016: SE w/lecture, QR | CC: ES w/lecture | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Richard Guarino - rguarino@smu.edu | Taken with PHYS 1303, PHYS 1307 if 8 hours of credit, including laboratory, are needed. |
| PHYS 1106 | Electricity and Magnetism Laboratory | SMUFlex MWF 11:00 am - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: SE w/lecture, QR | CC: ES w/lecture | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Richard Guarino - rguarino@smu.edu | Taken with PHYS 1304, PHYS 1308 if 8 hours of credit, including laboratory, are needed. Prerequisite: PHYS 1105 or self-test. |
| PHYS 1106 | Electricity and Magnetism Laboratory | SMUFlex MWF 3:00 pm - 5:50 pm | UC 2016: SE w/lecture, QR | CC: ES w/lecture | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Richard Guarino - rguarino@smu.edu | Taken with PHYS 1304, PHYS 1308 if 8 hours of credit, including laboratory, are needed. Prerequisite: PHYS 1105 or self-test. |
| PHYS 1301 | The Ideas of Modern Physics | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm M-F 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | UC 2016: SE, QR | CC: ES | May, May 13 - 27 | Simon Dalley - sdalley@smu.edu | Presents cosmology, relativity, quantum mechanics, and particle physics in an essentially descriptive, nonmathematical framework accessible to all SMU students. |
| PHYS 1304 | Introductory Electricity and Magnetism | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm M-F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | UC 2016: SE w/lab, QR | CC: ES w/lab | May, May 13 - 27 | Durdana Balakishiyeva - dbalakishiyeva@smu.edu | For science and engineering majors. Covers electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic radiation, optics. Prerequisite: PHYS 1303 or PHYS 1307. Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 1338 or MATH 1340. |
| PHYS 1304 | Introductory Electricity and Magnetism | SMUFlex M-F 9:00 am - 10:50 am | UC 2016: SE w/lab, QR | CC: ES w/lab | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Durdana Balakishiyeva - dbalakishiyeva@smu.edu | For science and engineering majors. Covers electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic radiation, optics. Prerequisite: PHYS 1303 or PHYS 1307. Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 1338 or MATH 1340. |
| PHYS 1307 | General Physics I | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 10:50 am | UC 2016: SE w/lab, QR | CC: ES w/lab | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Simon Dalley - sdalley@smu.edu | For life science majors. Covers vector kinematics, Newtonian mechanics, oscillations, rotational motion, waves and fluids. If you require a one-credit laboratory with this course, you must register separately for PHYS 1105. Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 1337 or MATH 1340. |
| PHYS 1308 | General Physics II | SMUFlex M-F 1:00 pm - 2:50 pm | UC 2016: SE w/lab | CC: ES w/lab | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Durdana Balakishiyeva - dbalakishiyeva@smu.edu | For life science majors. Covers electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic radiation, geometrical and physical optics. Students who require a one-credit laboratory with this course must register separately for PHYS 1106. Prerequisites: PHYS 1303 or PHYS 1307, MATH 1337 or MATH 1340. |
| PLSC 3342 | Making Democracy Work | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm M-F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | UC 2016: HSBS, KNW | CC: SBS, WIM | May, May 13 - 27 | Luigi Manzetti - lmanzett@smu.edu | Aims to answer the fundamental question of why democracy thrives in some nations while in others it struggles, and in many more it has not yet taken root. |
| PLSC 4386 | International Relations of East Asia | SMUFlex M-F 1:00 pm - 2:50 pm | UC 2016: HSBS | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Hiroki Takeuchi - htakeuch@smu.edu | A survey of the history of diplomacy, war, and economic relations of the East Asian region while introducing the leading theories and debates about regional cooperation in the field of international relations. | |
| PRW 2112 | PRW2: Physical Fitness: Walking | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: PRW2 | May, May 13 - 27 | Brian Fennig - bfennig@smu.edu | The course offers an interdisciplinary and experiential learning opportunity to SMU students as they directly engage the five components of health-related fitness, explore the history and geography of various metropolitan environments, and embrace the opportunity to use the DART GoPass app., which SMU provides. | |
| PRW 2130 | PRW2: Physical Fitness: Power Yoga | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | UC 2016: PRW2 | May, May 13 - 27 | Donna Gober - dgober@smu.edu | Focuses on three main areas of yoga practice: deep breathing, exercise (postures), and meditation. Includes selected activities designed to target health-related fitness. | |
| PRW 2130 | PRW2: Physical Fitness: Power Yoga | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: PRW2 | July B, July 21 - August 4 | Donna Gober - dgober@smu.edu | Focuses on three main areas of yoga practice: deep breathing, exercise (postures), and meditation. Includes selected activities designed to target health-related fitness. | |
| PSYC 1300 | Introduction to Psychology | SMUFlex M-F 9:00 am - 11:00 am M-F 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm | UC 2016: IIC | CC: SBS | May, May 13 - 27 | Michael Lindsey - lindseym@smu.edu | Broad introduction to psychology as a behavioral science with special emphasis on cognition, development, learning, social, personality, physiological, and clinical psychology (psychopathology and psychotherapy). |
| PSYC 1300 | Introduction to Psychology | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: IIC | CC: SBS | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Michael Lindsey - lindseym@smu.edu | Broad introduction to psychology as a behavioral science with special emphasis on cognition, development, learning, social, personality, physiological, and clinical psychology (psychopathology and psychotherapy). |
| PSYC 2332 | Developmental Psychology | Virtual M-F 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm | UC 2016: IIC | CC: SBS | May, May 13 - 27 | Chrystyna Kouros - ckouros@smu.edu | A survey of the processes and variables that influence the development of the fetus, infant, child, and adolescent. Emphasis is on theories and research in such areas as perceptual, cognitive, language, social/emotional, and moral development. |
| PSYC 3341 | Social Psychology | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: IIC | CC: SBS, HD | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Chris Logan - chrisl@smu.edu | Addresses the question of how an individual’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by his/her social environment; includes topics such as attitude change, conformity, attraction, aggression, and small-group behavior. |
| PSYC 3341 | Social Psychology | SMUFlex M-F 9:00 am - 12:50 pm | UC 2016: IIC | CC: SBS, HD | July B, July 21 - August 4 | Nathan Hudson - nwhudson@smu.edu | Addresses the question of how an individual’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by his/her social environment; includes topics such as attitude change, conformity, attraction, aggression, and small-group behavior. |
| PSYC 3360 | Health Psychology | SMUFlex M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | CC: HD | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Michael Lindsey - lindseym@smu.edu | A basic introduction to the subject. Topics include causes and correlates of health, illness, and dysfunction, as well as the interplay of emotions, cognitions, and behavioral and/or physical factors. Prerequisites: PSYC 1300 and one additional psychology course, or instructor approval. | |
| PSYC 3364 | Forensic | Virtual MTWR 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Jill Johansson-Love - jjohanssonlo@smu.edu | Examination of the interface between psychology and the legal system, focusing in particular on the role of mental health experts in criminal trials and civil disputes. | ||
| PSYC 3366 | Positive Psychology | SMUFlex M-F 9:30 am - 12:00 pm M-F 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm | UC 2016: HSBS, CE, OC | CC: SBS, CE | May, May 13 - 27 | Chris Logan - chrisl@smu.edu | Advanced psychology course that introduces research and theory in positive psychology. The focus of positive psychology is on strength rather than weakness, flourishing rather than languishing. |
| PSYC 4334 | Psych Disorders of Children | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | James Calvert - jcalvert@smu.edu | Theories, causes, assessment, and treatment of abnormal behavior from infancy through adolescence. Topics include behavioral and emotional disorders, as well as developmental and learning problems. Historical and cultural perspectives, ethics, and research methods are also addressed. | ||
| PSYC 4345 | Psychology of Culture, Ethnicity, and Race | Virtual M-F 9:30 am - 1:30 pm | UC 2016: HSBS, HD, OC | CC: HD | May, May 13 - 27 | Priscilla Lui - plui@smu.edu | Seminar course that discusses issues pertaining to multicultural psychology. Topics include: culturally competent research methods used in psychology; development of cultural identity; and the roles of ethnicity, race, and culture on human behaviors, interpersonal relationships, psychopathology, and physical health. Prepares students to grapple with issues of multiculturalism in the modern, diverse society. Instructor permission required to enroll. Email instructor for more information. |
| PSYC 4363 | Psychology of Conflict Resolution | Virtual M-F 9:30 am - 12:00 pm M-F 1:00 pm - 2:20 pm | July A, July 6 - 20 | Chris Logan - chrisl@smu.edu | Covers research and theory in the psychology of interpersonal conflict, as well as mechanisms for resolving, managing, or avoiding conflict. Emphasized domains are alternative dispute resolution, close relationships, and workplace and international conflict. | ||
| PSYC 4376 | Psychology of Religion | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: HFA | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Michael Lindsey - lindseym@smu.edu | Introduces the major issues, theories, and empirical approaches to the psychology of religion. Topics covered include the role that religion plays in the beliefs, motivations, emotions, and behavior of individuals. | |
| RELI 1303 | Introduction to Asian Religions | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: HC, PRIE, GE, HD | CC: PREI, GPS | May, May 13 - 27 | Steven Lindquist - slindqui@smu.edu | An introductory historical overview of select religious traditions of Asia. The course explores developments in religious and cultural trends expressed in South Asia and East Asia in traditions such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism, Confucianism, Taoism, and/or Shintoism. |
| RELI 3319 | Old Testament | SMUFlex M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: HC, HFA, W | CC: PREI, W | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Serge Frolov - sfrolov@smu.edu | An introduction to the Old Testament and to the religion and history of ancient Israel. Special emphasis is given to the ancient Near Eastern roots of biblical religion and to the modern interpretation of biblical myth, epic, and prophecy. |
| SOCI 1300 | Introduction to Sociology | Virtual M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: IIC | CC: SBS | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Leslie DeArman - dearman@smu.edu | This course presents the sociological approach to understanding human behavior. Sociology considers how particular life experiences, attitudes, and values are shaped by membership in ascribed and achieved social categories such as social class, race/ethnicity, sex, sexuality, and nationality. |
| SOCI 3301 | Health, Healing, and Ethics: Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Sickness and Society | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: HFA, HSBS, GE, HD, W | CC: SBS, CIE, HD | May, May 13 - 27 | Carolyn Smith-Morris - smithmor@smu.edu | A cross-cultural exploration of cultures and organization of medical systems, economic development and the global exportation of biomedicine, and ethical dilemmas associated with medical technologies and global disparities in health. |
| SOCI 3312 | Database Methods and Analysis | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: IL, QR, W | CC: QA, W | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Leslie DeArman - dearman@smu.edu | Focuses on data analysis of existing data commonly used for economic and social scientific purposes (e.g., U.S. Census, General Social Survey, World Bank) and the construction of new data from multiple sources. Reviews basic quantitative research methodology, descriptive and inferential statistics, data reduction and management techniques, and the interpretation of statistics in applied social research. Students become adept at using multiple database programs (e.g., Excel, SPSS, SAS). This is the second course in the research methods sequence. Prerequisite: C- or better in SOCI 3311. |
| SOCI 3340 | Global Society | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: GE, HSBS | CC: SBS, GPS | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Nancy Campbell - nacampbell@smu.edu | Provides students with a sociological orientation to the evolving interconnectedness among societies, nation-states, cultures, economies, and individuals around the globe. |
| SPAN 1401 | Beginning Spanish I | ONLINE | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Rachel Hall - rachelh@smu.edu | Develops insight into the interconnectedness of the fundamentals of language and their application to communication. Provides rudimentary linguistic skills (vocabulary and grammar) and an acquaintance with the Spanish–speaking world – tools that allow further study of Hispanic cultures. Focuses on the four linguistic skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing). Each course is comprised of a fundamentals module (MWF) and an applications (TTH) module. Enrollment is required in both. Prerequisites: Reserved for students who have no previous Spanish experience or fewer than two years of Spanish and the appropriate placement exam score. Approval from the WLL adviser is required for enrollment. | ||
| SPAN 1401 | Beginning Spanish I | ONLINE | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Allison Larkin - ajlarkin@smu.edu | Develops insight into the interconnectedness of the fundamentals of language and their application to communication. Provides rudimentary linguistic skills (vocabulary and grammar) and an acquaintance with the Spanish–speaking world – tools that allow further study of Hispanic cultures. Focuses on the four linguistic skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing). Each course is comprised of a fundamentals module (MWF) and an applications (TTH) module. Enrollment is required in both. Prerequisites: Reserved for students who have no previous Spanish experience or fewer than two years of Spanish and the appropriate placement exam score. Approval from the WLL adviser is required for enrollment. | ||
| SPAN 1401 | Beginning Spanish I | ONLINE | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Lourdes Molina - lmolina@smu.edu | Develops insight into the interconnectedness of the fundamentals of language and their application to communication. Provides rudimentary linguistic skills (vocabulary and grammar) and an acquaintance with the Spanish–speaking world – tools that allow further study of Hispanic cultures. Focuses on the four linguistic skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing). Each course is comprised of a fundamentals module (MWF) and an applications (TTH) module. Enrollment is required in both. Prerequisites: Reserved for students who have no previous Spanish experience or fewer than two years of Spanish and the appropriate placement exam score. Approval from the WLL adviser is required for enrollment. | ||
| SPAN 1402 | Beginning Spanish II | ONLINE | UC 2016: SL | CC: SLM | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Marlen Collazo - mcollazo@smu.edu | Develops insight into the interconnectedness of the fundamentals of language and their application to communication. Provides rudimentary linguistic skills (vocabulary and grammar) and an acquaintance with the Spanish–speaking world – tools that allow further study of Hispanic cultures. Focuses on the four linguistic skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing). Each course is comprised of a fundamentals module (MWF) and an applications (TTH) module. Enrollment is required in both. Reserved for students who have no previous Spanish experience or who have 2 years or less of Spanish. A student may not receive credit for both SPAN 1402 and SPAN 1502. Prerequisite: C– or better in SPAN 1401 or the appropriate placement exam score. Students meeting these requirements will be able to enroll. Otherwise, approval from the WLL adviser is required for enrollment. |
| SPAN 1402 | Beginning Spanish II | ONLINE | UC 2016: SL | CC: SLM | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Joy Saunders - jsaunders@smu.edu | Develops insight into the interconnectedness of the fundamentals of language and their application to communication. Provides rudimentary linguistic skills (vocabulary and grammar) and an acquaintance with the Spanish–speaking world – tools that allow further study of Hispanic cultures. Focuses on the four linguistic skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing). Each course is comprised of a fundamentals module (MWF) and an applications (TTH) module. Enrollment is required in both. Reserved for students who have no previous Spanish experience or who have 2 years or less of Spanish. A student may not receive credit for both SPAN 1402 and SPAN 1502. Prerequisite: C– or better in SPAN 1401 or the appropriate placement exam score. Students meeting these requirements will be able to enroll. Otherwise, approval from the WLL adviser is required for enrollment. |
| SPAN 1402 | Beginning Spanish II | ONLINE | UC 2016: SL | CC: SLM | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Miroslava Detcheva - mdetcheva@smu.edu | Develops insight into the interconnectedness of the fundamentals of language and their application to communication. Provides rudimentary linguistic skills (vocabulary and grammar) and an acquaintance with the Spanish–speaking world – tools that allow further study of Hispanic cultures. Focuses on the four linguistic skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing). Each course is comprised of a fundamentals module (MWF) and an applications (TTH) module. Enrollment is required in both. Reserved for students who have no previous Spanish experience or who have 2 years or less of Spanish. A student may not receive credit for both SPAN 1402 and SPAN 1502. Prerequisite: C– or better in SPAN 1401 or the appropriate placement exam score. Students meeting these requirements will be able to enroll. Otherwise, approval from the WLL adviser is required for enrollment. |
| SPAN 1402 | Beginning Spanish II | ONLINE | UC 2016: SL | CC: SLM | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Donna Binkowski - dbinkowski@smu.edu | Develops insight into the interconnectedness of the fundamentals of language and their application to communication. Provides rudimentary linguistic skills (vocabulary and grammar) and an acquaintance with the Spanish–speaking world – tools that allow further study of Hispanic cultures. Focuses on the four linguistic skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing). Each course is comprised of a fundamentals module (MWF) and an applications (TTH) module. Enrollment is required in both. Reserved for students who have no previous Spanish experience or who have 2 years or less of Spanish. A student may not receive credit for both SPAN 1402 and SPAN 1502. Prerequisite: C– or better in SPAN 1401 or the appropriate placement exam score. Students meeting these requirements will be able to enroll. Otherwise, approval from the WLL adviser is required for enrollment. |
| SPAN 2401 | Intermediate Spanish I | ONLINE | UC 2016: LL, GE | CC: LAI, GPS | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Susana Fernandez-Solera - adoboe@smu.edu | For students who are relatively comfortable expressing their personal needs and describing their immediate environment in Spanish. Moves students toward fluency through significant vocabulary expansion and mastery of advanced verbal and sentence structure. To varying degrees, attention is devoted to cultural competence and to the four linguistic skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing). Prerequisite: C– or better in SPAN 1402/SPAN 1502 or the appropriate placement exam score. Students meeting these requirements will be able to enroll. Otherwise, approval from the WLL adviser is required for enrollment. |
| SPAN 2401 | Intermediate Spanish I | ONLINE | UC 2016: LL, GE | CC: LAI, GPS | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Susana Fernandez-Solera - adoboe@smu.edu | For students who are relatively comfortable expressing their personal needs and describing their immediate environment in Spanish. Moves students toward fluency through significant vocabulary expansion and mastery of advanced verbal and sentence structure. To varying degrees, attention is devoted to cultural competence and to the four linguistic skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing). Prerequisite: C– or better in SPAN 1402/SPAN 1502 or the appropriate placement exam score. Students meeting these requirements will be able to enroll. Otherwise, approval from the WLL adviser is required for enrollment. |
| SPAN 3355 | Spanish Conversation | Virtual M-F 2:00 pm - 3:50 pm | UC 2016: OC | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Ruben Sanchez-Godoy - rgodoy@smu.edu | An advanced course for majors and nonmajors intended to increase active command of the language. Prerequisite: C- or better in SPAN 2302 or SPAN 2312. Not for heritage or native speakers of Spanish. | |
| SPAN 3377 | Spanish Civilization in Madrid | Virtual M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: KNW, GE, W | CC: GPS | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Alicia Zuese - zuese@smu.edu | An exploration of Spanish culture and society, with a multi-disciplinary perspective accentuated by local excursions in Madrid, with short visits to the culturally-significant cities of Barcelona, Granada, and Cordoba. |
| SSC 3320 | Special Topics: Advanced Public Speaking | SMUFlex M-F 9:00 am - 11:00 am M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: OC | July A, July 6 - 20 | Ben Voth - bvoth@smu.edu | To instill in students a basic understanding and mastery of public speaking. Students will be able to comfortably present both extemporaneous and prepared speeches. The components of this public speaking skill include: mastery of elements in an introduction, clarity in organization, adequate implementation of external authority, effective use of visual aids, advocacy of refutational material, mastery of elements in a conclusion. Students will also understand the basis of rhetorical critiques for public speakers. | |
| STAT 2331 | Introduction to Statistical Methods | SMUFlex M-F 9:00 am - 11:00 am M-F 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm | UC 2016: QF | CC: QR | May, May 13 - 27 | Stephen Robertson - sdrobert@smu.edu | A non-calculus based introduction to statistical methods, and how to use statistical concepts in decision making. Topics include descriptive statistics, simple linear regression, elementary probability theory, confidence intervals, and hypothesis tests. Introduces the use of Excel for statistical analysis. |
| STAT 2331 | Introduction to Statistical Methods | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: QF | CC: QR | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Stephen Robertson - sdrobert@smu.edu | A non-calculus based introduction to statistical methods, and how to use statistical concepts in decision making. Topics include descriptive statistics, simple linear regression, elementary probability theory, confidence intervals, and hypothesis tests. Introduces the use of Excel for statistical analysis. |
| STAT 2331 | Introduction to Statistical Methods | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm M-F 1:00 pm - 2:50 pm | UC 2016: QF | CC: QR | June A, June 1 - 15 | Charles South - csouth@smu.edu | A non-calculus based introduction to statistical methods, and how to use statistical concepts in decision making. Topics include descriptive statistics, simple linear regression, elementary probability theory, confidence intervals, and hypothesis tests. Introduces the use of Excel for statistical analysis. |
| STAT 2331 | Introduction to Statistical Methods | Virtual M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: QF | CC: QR | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Jessica Wickersham - jwickersham@smu.edu | A non-calculus based introduction to statistical methods, and how to use statistical concepts in decision making. Topics include descriptive statistics, simple linear regression, elementary probability theory, confidence intervals, and hypothesis tests. Introduces the use of Excel for statistical analysis. |
| STAT 2331 | Introduction to Statistical Methods | Virtual M-F 1:00 pm - 4:50 pm | UC 2016: QF | CC: QR | July A, July 6 - 20 | Mahesh Fernando - mfernando@smu.edu | A non-calculus based introduction to statistical methods, and how to use statistical concepts in decision making. Topics include descriptive statistics, simple linear regression, elementary probability theory, confidence intervals, and hypothesis tests. Introduces the use of Excel for statistical analysis. |
| STAT 3300 | Applied Statistics: Regression | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm M-F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | May, May 13 - 27 | Charles South - csouth@smu.edu | Emphasizes the analysis of data using state-of-the art statistical methods and specialized statistical software. Case studies form a major component of the course requirements. Prerequisite: STAT 2331 or ITOM 2305. | ||
| STAT 3300 | Applied Statistics: Regression | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm M-F 1:00 pm - 2:50 pm | July A, July 6 - 20 | Charles South - csouth@smu.edu | Emphasizes the analysis of data using state-of-the art statistical methods and specialized statistical software. Case studies form a major component of the course requirements. Prerequisite: STAT 2331 or ITOM 2305. | ||
| STAT 3304 | Introduction to Statistical Computing | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 12:50 pm | July B, July 21 - August 4 | Mahesh Fernando - mfernando@smu.edu | Intended for undergraduate statistics majors and minors, and students from other disciplines who are interested in statistical computing. R and SAS, two widely used statistical languages for research and industry, are used throughout the course. Enables students to do essential computations and statistical analysis with commonly used statistical software. Prerequisite: STAT 2331 or equivalent. | ||
| STAT 4340 | Statistical Methods for Engineers and Applied Scientists | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: TM | May, May 13 - 27 | Ian Harris - iharris@smu.edu | Basic concepts of probability and statistics useful in the solution of engineering and applied science problems. Covers probability, probability distributions, data analysis, sampling distributions, estimation, and simple tests of hypothesis. Prerequisites: MATH 1337, MATH 1338. | |
| STRA 5370 | Strategic Management in a Global Economy | Virtual MTW 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | David Lei - dlei@smu.edu | Analyzes the processes of building competitive advantage and strategy execution in single- and multi-business firms, with emphasis on industry evolution, the boundaries of the firm, and global competition. Prerequisites: ACCT 2301 and ACCT 2302; FINA 3320; MKTG 3340 or ADV 1341; MNO 3370; ITOM 2305 or one from the following: CS 4340, EMIS 3340, STAT 2301, STAT 2331, STAT 4340; and ITOM 2308. Reserved for Cox majors. | ||
| THEA 2309 | Theatre Movement for Non-Majors | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: CA | CC: CA | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Sara Romersberger - sromer@smu.edu | Students develop beginning skills as an acrobat, a stage fighter, an imaginative physical improviser, and a deviser of physical stories and storytelling. This hands-on course helps the student find a process that can be used to create character or to broach any movement or physical challenge presented by a role for the stage, in a public-speaking situation, or in any part of life. Designed for nonmajors. |
| THEA 2311 | The Art of Acting | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 2:00 pm | UC 2016: CA, OC | CC: CA | May, May 13 - 27 | Jon Hackler Anne Schilling - aschilling@smu.edu | Basic work in acting, voice, and movement for the nonmajor. Relaxation, concentration, imagination, and the actor’s exploration and use of the social world. |
| THEA 2321 | Spectacle of Performance | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: CA, IL, OC | CC: CA | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Stephen Woods - stevew@smu.edu | Students learn to deconstruct spectacle and to analyze its influence upon themselves and society. Offers the opportunity to go backstage to experience firsthand how effects are achieved. Students are required to attend performances in a wide range of live venues and discuss what they observe, enabling them to view performance on a critical level. For majors and nonmajors. |
| THEA 2321 | Spectacle of Performance | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: CA, IL, OC | CC: CA | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Stephen Woods - stevew@smu.edu | Students learn to deconstruct spectacle and to analyze its influence upon themselves and society. Offers the opportunity to go backstage to experience firsthand how effects are achieved. Students are required to attend performances in a wide range of live venues and discuss what they observe, enabling them to view performance on a critical level. For majors and nonmajors. |
| THEA 2321 | Spectacle of Performance | SMUFlex M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | UC 2016: CA, IL, OC | CC: CA | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Stephen Woods - stevew@smu.edu | Students learn to deconstruct spectacle and to analyze its influence upon themselves and society. Offers the opportunity to go backstage to experience firsthand how effects are achieved. Students are required to attend performances in a wide range of live venues and discuss what they observe, enabling them to view performance on a critical level. For majors and nonmajors. |
| UHP 3300 | Second Year Honors Seminar | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 10:50 am | UC 2016: HC, LL | CC: LAI, W | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Joan Arbery - jarbery@smu.edu | Examines the chronology of American history through an interdisciplinary lens with the question of “who is an American” as a thematic focus. Students learn about important moments in American history, and begin to understand the basic chronology of the country, as well as how these key events were understood and experienced by some of the country’s most creative and probing minds. The organizing theme of who is an American itself is an important examination of when and where the human rights of the country’s inhabitants have been respected–or not respected–over the decades. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program. |
| WGST 2322 | Gender: Images and Perspectives | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | UC 2016: IIC, KNW, HD | CC: SBS, HD | May, May 13 - 27 | Katharine Boswell - kboswell@smu.edu | An interdisciplinary examination of the ways femininity and masculinity have been represented in the past and present, with attention to what is constant and what changes. |
| WGST 2322 | Gender: Images and Perspectives | M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: IIC, KNW, HD | CC: SBS, HD | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Katharine Boswell - kboswell@smu.edu | An interdisciplinary examination of the ways femininity and masculinity have been represented in the past and present, with attention to what is constant and what changes. |
| WGST 2322 | Gender: Images and Perspectives | M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | UC 2016: IIC, KNW, HD | CC: SBS, HD | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Katherine Boswell - kboswell@smu.edu | An interdisciplinary examination of the ways femininity and masculinity have been represented in the past and present, with attention to what is constant and what changes. |
| WGST 3380 | Human Sexuality | M-F 2:00 pm - 3:50 pm | UC 2016: IIC, KNW, HD | CC: SBS, HD | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Josephine Ryan - jcryan@smu.edu | This course explores the biosocial aspects of human sexuality and sex behaviors. A multidisciplinary and cross-cultural perspective will be used to address a wide range of theoretical and pragmatic sexual issues. |
| WL 3308 | Introduction to General Linguistics | Virtual M-F 11:00 am - 2:50 pm | UC 2016: LL | CC: SBS | June A, June 1 - 15 | Gabriela Vokic - vokic@smu.edu | This course is an introduction to the field of linguistics, which is concerned with the study of human language in the broadest sense. |
| WL 3319 | The Italian American Experience: An Introduction | Virtual M-F 11:00 am - 3:00 pm | UC 2016: HC, LL, HD, OC | CC: LAI | May, May 13 - 27 | Stefano Maranzana - smaranzana@smu.edu | Focuses on the impact of the Italian American presence in the United States by looking at the historical, political, literary, and artistic experiences of Italian immigrants and their descendants. |
| WL 3323 | Russian Culture | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm M-F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | UC 2016: CA, HC, GE | CC: HC, GPS | May, May 13 - 27 | Tatiana Zimakova - tzimakov@smu.edu | Significant aspects of Russian thought and culture at its various stages of development are presented and illustrated by examples from literature, folklore, prose, drama, journalism, architecture, the fine arts, and music. |
| WL 3330 | Migration, Occupation, and Independence in North African Cinema | Virtual MWF 12:00 pm - 3:50 pm | UC 2016: HC, KNW, GE, IL, OC, W, LL | CC: HC, GPS, HD, W | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Dayna Oscherwitz - oscherwi@smu.edu | An introduction to the cinemas of Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco, Chad, and Mali. The course explores the themes of migration, occupation, and independence in both individual and national terms. |
| WL 3341 | The Failure of Humanity in Rwanda | SMUFlex M-F 9:00 am - 11:00 am M-F 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm | UC 2016: HSBS, KNW, HD | CC: HC, HD | May, May 13 - 27 | Herve Tchumkam - htchumkam@smu.edu | An introduction to 1994 Rwanda genocide that seeks to understand not only its origins but also its sociological, ethical, and human rights implications. |
| WL 3360 | Immigrant Representations in Contemporary Spanish Cinema | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | UC 2016: LL, HD, OC, W | CC: LAI, HD, OC | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Constantin Icleanu - cicleanu@smu.edu | Analyzes the interaction between film, political discourse, and applied ethics in Spain. Students focus on and analyze filmic accounts of immigration as observed by Spaniards. Examines important ethical theories related to immigrant rights and their social perception. Provides a cross-cultural, interdisciplinary, and comparative framework of study. A special emphasis is placed on understanding cinema language, ethical, and philosophical theories. |
| WL 3373 | The Short Story in Latin America | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | UC 2016: LL, IL, OC | CC: LAI, OC | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Maria del Pilar Melgarejo - mmelgarejoac@smu.edu | Introduces important writers from countries including Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Chile, and Puerto Rico, as well as U.S. Latino/a writers. Examines how these different authors articulate their perspectives about cultural, social, and political dynamics through short stories. Students may only take WL 3373 or SPAN 5338. |
| WRTR 1312 | Introduction to Academic Writing | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | CC: WRTR 1312 | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Lori Stephens - loris@smu.edu | Teaches students the foundations of university-level writing. By the end of the course, students will have developed competency, clarity, coherence, and organization in their writing. In order to prepare students for more advanced critical reasoning in WRTR 1313, this course serves as a foundation for learning effective writing and analytical reasoning skills. Students learn the basics of argument and the use of rhetorical strategies in written materials and develop skills in critical reading. Students examine and analyze an array of source materials within and outside the classroom. Students must earn a C- or better to pass this course. Prerequisite: WRTR 1311 or one of the following test scores: 580 on the SAT Critical Reading or 21 on the ACT English section. | |
| WRTR 1312 | Introduction to Academic Writing | Virtual M-F 12:00 pm - 1:50 pm | CC: WRTR 1312 | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Kristen Polster - kpolster@smu.edu | Teaches students the foundations of university-level writing. By the end of the course, students will have developed competency, clarity, coherence, and organization in their writing. In order to prepare students for more advanced critical reasoning in WRTR 1313, this course serves as a foundation for learning effective writing and analytical reasoning skills. Students learn the basics of argument and the use of rhetorical strategies in written materials and develop skills in critical reading. Students examine and analyze an array of source materials within and outside the classroom. Students must earn a C- or better to pass this course. Prerequisite: WRTR 1311 or one of the following test scores: 580 on the SAT Critical Reading or 21 on the ACT English section. | |
| WRTR 1313 | Writing and Critical Reasoning | Virtual M-F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | CC: WRTR 1313 | May, May 13 - 27 | Samantha Mabry - smabry@smu.edu | Teaches students to analyze arguments by employing high order critical thinking skills. Students learn to identify sound from faulty premises, detect logical fallacies, distinguish strong from weak conclusions, evaluate sources and become information literate. To demonstrate an understanding of the techniques of critical reasoning, students write essays, conduct research, and engage in a variety of additional university-level writing assignments. Students must earn a C- or better to pass this course. Prerequisite: C- or better in WRTR 1312 or ENGL 1301. This course is administered by the SMU-in-Taos office. Please contact smutaos@smu.ed for more information. | |
| WRTR 1313 | Writing and Critical Reasoning | Virtual M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | CC: WRTR 1313 | June (Sum 1), June 1 - June 30 | Mary Catherine Mueller - mcmueller@smu.edu | Teaches students to analyze arguments by employing high order critical thinking skills. Students learn to identify sound from faulty premises, detect logical fallacies, distinguish strong from weak conclusions, evaluate sources and become information literate. To demonstrate an understanding of the techniques of critical reasoning, students write essays, conduct research, and engage in a variety of additional university-level writing assignments. Students must earn a C- or better to pass this course. Prerequisite: C- or better in WRTR 1312 or ENGL 1301. | |
| WRTR 1313 | Writing and Critical Reasoning | SMUFlex M-F 10:00 am - 11:50 am | CC: WRTR 1313 | July (Sum 2), July 6 - August 4 | Pauline Newton - pnewton@smu.edu | Teaches students to analyze arguments by employing high order critical thinking skills. Students learn to identify sound from faulty premises, detect logical fallacies, distinguish strong from weak conclusions, evaluate sources and become information literate. To demonstrate an understanding of the techniques of critical reasoning, students write essays, conduct research, and engage in a variety of additional university-level writing assignments. Students must earn a C- or better to pass this course. Prerequisite: C- or better in WRTR 1312 or ENGL 1301. |
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