Student Resources
Course Schedule
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DN - Dietetics & Nutrition
ENGL - English |
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GEOL - Geology
HCD -
Health
Career Devlpmt
LSIS - Liberal Studies/Integ Sci |
Dietetics & Nutrition / DN
DN A145 Child Nutrition 3.0 CR
Introduces the nutritional needs and dietary recommendations
for newborns, infants, toddlers, preschool and school-age
children, and adolescents. Covers common childhood and
adolescent conditions and corresponding nutrition interventions.
88126 P31 T 04:00P-06:45P FSM 107 Shaginoff 08/24-12/12
DN A203 Nutrition for Health Sciences 3.0 CR ...
room change
Prerequisite: [BIOL A112 and BIOL A112L] or CHEM A104.
Studies nutrition in the life cycle including food sources and
requirements of nutrients; physiological and metabolic aspects
of nutrient function. Reviews disease states, food selection,
cultural and contemporary issues of concern to health
professionals.
88127 P31 M 04:00P-06:45P FSM 207
FSM 202 Shaginoff 08/24-12/12
Economics / ECON
ECON A201 *Principles of Macroeconomics 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: MATH A105 or MATH A107 or MATH A172.
Registration Restrictions: If prerequisite is not satisfied,
suitable SAT score, ACT score, or UAA-approved Math Placement
Test is required.
Course Attributes: UAA GER Social Sciences Req
Introduction to economics including analysis and theory of
national income, money and banking, public finance and taxation,
economic growth, and international finance. Primary
concentration on the capitalist system and the United States
economy.
88045 P31 T 07:00P-09:45P JKB 122 Lyon 08/24-12/12
EDucation - Early Childhood / EDEC
EDEC A105 Introduction to the Field of Early Childhood 3.0
CR
... CANCELLED
Special Note: This course requires a field experience and
background check clearance.
MSC Special Note: Departmental approval required. Contact M.
Voss at mvoss@matsu.alaska.edu for registration approval by
August 21 at 5:00 pm.
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Survey of historical, social, and philosophical foundations of
the field of early childhood. Core topics include ethics,
developmentally appropriate practices, observation and
documentation, survey of types of early childhood settings, and
professionalism in the field of early childhood.
87901 PN1 W 04:00P-06:45P FSM 112A Voss See dates below
Class meets: 08/26, 09/02, 09/23, 10/14, 10/21, 11/18, 12/02,
12/09
Offered in
blended format. Students are required to attend several
on-campus
sessions and participate via the Web for other class
activities. Blended courses or
online courses require computer skills and have computer
requirements. Check
http://distanceeducation.uaa. alaska.edu/requirements/ for
system
requirements, student resources and the DE Student Guide.
Instructor contact: mvoss@matsu.alaska.edu.
EDEC A106 Creativity Early Childhood 3.0 CR
Explores creativity and importance of the arts in early
childhood education.
87902 PM1 S 09:00A-11:45A FSM 112A Durham See dates below
and S 01:00P-03:45P FSM 112A Durham
Class meets: 08/29, 09/12, 09/26,
10/10, 10/24, 11/07, 11/21, 12/05, 12/12
EDEC A201 Early Childhood Practitioner 2.0 CR
Roles and Responsibilities
MSC Special Note: Instructor permission required. Contact:
mvoss@matsu.alaska.edu for registration information by August 21
at 5:00 pm.
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Focuses on the diverse roles of the early childhood
practitioner, with an emphasis on self-analysis, ethical
conduct, reflection and ongoing professional growth.
87903 PX1 WEB Voss 08/24-12/12
Web-based
course. Web-based courses require computer skills and have
computer requirements. Check
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/distanceeducation
for system requirements, student resources and the DE Student
Guide.
Instructor contact:
mvoss@matsu.alaska.edu
EDEC A210 Guiding Young Children 3.0 CR
... CANCELLED
Prerequisite: EDEC A105.
MSC Special Note: Departmental approval required. Contact M.
Voss at mvoss@matsu.alaska.edu for registration approval by
August 21 at 5:00 pm.
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Examination of the learning principles relevant to guidance of
young children. The course introduces the social, emotional, and
intellectual development of young children and the implications
for effective child guidance and motivation in the classroom.
87936 PN1 W 07:00P-09:45P FSM 112A Durham See dates below
Class meets: 08/26, 09/02, 09/23, 10/14, 10/21, 11/18, 12/02,
12/09
Offered in
blended format. Students are required to attend several
on-campus sessions and participate via the Web for other class
activities. Blended courses or online courses require computer skills and have computer
requirements. Check
http://distanceeducation.uaa.alaska/requirements/ for system
requirements, student resources and the DE Student Guide. Instructor contact:
ssd@mtaonline.net
EDEC A303 Young Child/Inclusive Settings 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: EDEC A301.
Registration Restrictions: Departmental approval required:
admission to College of Education, pre-major status or admission
to Associate of Applied Sciences in Early Childhood.
Special Note: Field experience is required.
MSC Special Note: Departmental approval required. Contact M.
Voss at mvoss@matsu.alaska.edu for registration approval by
August 21 at 5:00 pm.
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Examines the principles, issues, concepts, and teaching
practices to support young children with disabilities in
community child care settings and primary classrooms.
88094 PN1 M 04:00P-06:45P FSM 112A Voss See dates below
Class meets: 08/24, 08/31, 09/21, 10/12, 10/19, 11/16, 11/30,
12/07
Offered in
blended format. Students are required to attend several
on-campus
sessions and participate via the Web for other class
activities.
Check
http://distanceeducation.uaa.alaska.edu/requirements/ for
system
requirements, student resources and the DE Student Guide.
Instructor contact:
mvoss@matsu.alaska.edu.
Education - Elementary Education / EDEL
EDEL A430 Teaching Language Arts in Elementary School 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: EDFN A300 and EDFN A301 and EDFN A303 and EDSE
A482.
Registration Restrictions: Departmental approval required;
Admission to Internship. MSC Special Note: Instructor approval
required. Contact: mrobinson@matsu.alaska.edu for registration
approval by August 21 at 5:00 pm.
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Students focus on theory and process of language arts: reading,
writing, speaking, listening, viewing, and visually
representing. Reflects a constructivist approach to teaching and
learning and research-based practice. Concurrent enrollment in
internship required.
87950 PX1 WEB Robinson 08/24-12/12
Web-based
course. Web-based courses require computer skills and have
computer requirements. Check
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/distanceeducation
for system
requirements, student resources and the DE Student Guide.
Instructor contact:
mrobinson@matsu.alaska.edu
EDEL A495A Internship I 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: EDFN A300 and EDFN A301 and EDFN A303 and EDSE
A482.
Registration Restrictions: Departmental approval required;
Admission to Internship. MSC Special Note: Instructor approval
required. Contact: mrobinson@matsu.alaska.edu for registration &
site placement information.
Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass
Special Note: Course begins in accordance with the K-12 school
year calendar, not the university academic year calendar.
COE Teacher Ed Insurance: $13.00
EDEL Honoraria Fee: $150.00
Supervised internship in an educational facility. Interns work
with mentor teachers and demonstrate development of their
teaching proficiency. Weekly internship seminar required.
87905 PM1 F 04:30P-06:30P FSM 112A Robinson See dates below
Class meets: 09/04, 09/25, 10/30, 11/20, 12/11
Education - Foundations / EDFN
EDFN A101 Introduction to Education 3.0 CR
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Introductory course for students exploring education as a
possible career choice. Covers the history of American
education, an examination of contemporary issues in education,
and basic classroom observational techniques. Students
self-assess personal profile against characteristics of
effective teachers. Course includes field experience.
87906 PN1 W 09:00A-11:45A FSM 112A Voss see dates below
Class meets: 08/26, 09/02, 09/23, 10/14, 10/21, 11/18, 12/02,
12/09
Offered in
blended format. Students are required to attend several
on-campus
sessions and participate via the Web for other class
activities. Blended courses or
online courses require computer skills and have computer
requirements.
Check http: //distanceeducation.uaa.alaska.edu/requirements/ for
system requirements, student resources and the DE Student Guide.
Instructor contact: mvoss@matsu.alaska.edu.
EDFN A302 Foundations of Educational Technology 2.0 CR
Prerequisite: PSY A245.
Registration Restrictions: Departmental approval required;
Admission to the College of Education. MSC Special Note:
Instructor approval required. Contact: mrobinson@matsu.alaska.edu
for registration approval by August 21 at 5:00 pm.
Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Provides prospective teachers with the general skills needed to
integrate technology into their teaching and learning. Presents
an overview of the issues, pedagogies, and skills needed to
guide the effective use and assessment of technology in
elementary school classrooms. Technologies used in schools as
educational tools will be introduced.
87907 P31 W 09:00A-10:45A JKB 115 Robinson 08/24-12/12
EDFN A303 Foundations of Teaching & Learning 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: EDFN A301 and [EDSE A212 or PSY A245].
Registration Restrictions: Departmental approval required;
Admission to the College of Education. MSC Special Note:
Instructor approval required. Contact: mrobinson@matsu.alaska.edu
for registration approval by August 21 at 5:00 pm.
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Extends understanding of cognitive, affective, and communicative
development of children and youth and connects these to current
research, theories, and practices in teaching and learning.
Emphasizes learning theory, models of teaching and assessment,
and curriculum planning as the foundation for a developmentally
appropriate teaching practice for inclusive classrooms. Course
includes field experience.
87908 PX1 WEB Robinson 08/24-12/12
Web-based
course. Web-based courses require computer skills and have
computer requirements. Check
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/distanceeducation
for system
requirements, student resources and the DE Student Guide.
Instructor contact:mrobinson@matsu.alaska.edu
Emergency Medical Technology / EMT
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See HCD AC015 / Basic Life Support for a one day class that meets the requirement for CPR training & certification needed for EMT A130. |
EMT A130 Emergency Medical Technician I 6.0 CR ...
Saturday time correction
Registration Restrictions: Provide evidence of professional
CPR training and certification that includes adult, child, and
infant CPR and airways obstruction relief maneuvers, including
two rescuer CPR and barrier devices.
Special Note: Students must have the strength to be able to move
victims, sufficient vision to assess condition of victims, and
dexterity to perform the skills application procedures.
MSC Special Note: The State of Alaska Written Exam will be on
Friday, Dec 11 from 6pm-10pm in SNOD 118/122. The Alaska State
Practical Exam is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 12 from 9am-5pm
in Snodgrass Hall.
EMT Lab/Mat'l Fee: $65.00
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Provides the necessary training to become state or nationally
registered as an EMT I, which is optional. Presents skills for
proficiency in victim assessment, recognition, and treatment of
medical emergencies and other basic life support procedures.
Includes practicum experience in hospitals, emergency rooms, or
other sites.
88177 PN1 WEB Hundley 08/24-12/12
and S 09:00A-05:00P SNOD 118 Hundley see dates below
Class meets: 08/29, 09/05, 09/19, 10/03, 10/17, 10/31, 11/07,
11/21, 12/05
State Exams: Friday, Dec. 11 6:00P-10:00P SNOD 118 and Saturday,
Dec. 12 9:00A-5:00P SNOD 118
Offered in
"blended" format. Students are required to attend several
on-campus
sessions and participate via the WEB for other class
activities. Blended/Web-based
courses require computer skills and have computer
requirements.
Check
http://distanceeducation.uaa.edu/requirements/ for system
requirements,
student resources, and the DE Student Guide.
Instructor Contact:
Chris.Hundley@matsugov.us
EMT A230 Emergency Medical Technician 2 3.0 CR ... CANCELLED
Prerequisite: EMT A130.
Registration Restrictions: Must be certified as a State of
Alaska EMT I or Nationally Registered EMT-Basic (comity is
required). Current healthcare provider CPR card; Documentation
of 10 patient contacts since becoming a certified EMT and a DHSS-approved
sponsoring physician.
Special Note: Students desiring Alaska certification must pass,
within one year after completing the education program, the
written and practical examination for Emergency Medical
Technician II administered by Community Health and Emergency
Medical Services (CHEMS). In order to obtain a State of Alaska
EMT II certification, the student must obtain a CHEMS-approved
physician sponsor.
MSC Special Note: The State of Alaska Written exam will be on
Friday, Dec 11th from 6pm-10pm in SNOD 118/122. The Alaska State
Practical Exam is scheduled for Saturday, Dec 12 from 9am-5pm in
Snodgrass Hall.
EMT Lab/Mat'l Fee: $200.00
Provides the EMT I with added skills of advanced airway,
specialized tourniquets, and intravenous treatment.
88178 P31 T 06:00P-08:00P SNOD 118 Vogt0 8/24-12/12
and S 09:00A-05:00P SNOD 118 Vogt see dates below
Class meets: 9/12, 09/26, 10/10, 10/24, 11/07, 12/05
State Exams: Friday, Dec. 11 6:00P-10:00P SNOD 118 and Saturday
Dec. 12 09:00A-05:00P SNOD 118
Engineering / ENGR
ENGR A151 Engineering Practices I 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: [MATH A107 and MATH A108] or MATH A109.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Provides an overview of the engineering profession and the
fundamental tools for practicing engineering. Presents the basic
skills required of engineers including an introduction to
engineering mathematics, spreadsheets, analytical problem
solving, word processing, communication, presentations,
descriptive geometry, and computer graphics.
88128 P31 T 07:30P-08:30P FSM 105 Haan 08/24-12/12
and T 08:35P-10:00P JKB 107 Haan 08/24-12/12
English / ENGL
ENGL A111 *Methods of Written Communication 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: ENGL A109 with minimum grade of C or PRPE A108
with minimum grade of C or [COMPASS E-Write (1-12 scale) with
score of 10 and COMPASS Reading Skills with score of 75] or [Accuplacer-Reading
Comp with score of 085 and Accuplacer-Sentence Skills with score
of 095] or SAT Critical Reading Score with score of 530 or SAT
Verbal Score with score of 530 or Enhanced ACT English with
score of 22 or Original ACT English with score of 22 or ACT
English with score of 22 or SAT Verbal with score of 530.
Course Attributes: UAA GER Written Communication
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00 (section PN1)
MSC Learning Resource Center: $5.00
Instruction in composition of expository essays with emphasis on
different techniques for organization and development.
Documented paper required. Readings in some sections may be
coordinated with another discipline.
87671 P31 MW 04:00P-05:15P JKB 124 Denison 08/24-12/12
87672 P32 MW 09:00A-10:15A JKB 124 O'Leary 08/24-12/12
87673 P33 TR 01:00P-02:15P JKB 124 O'Leary 08/24-12/12
87674 P34 TR 10:30A-11:45A JKB 124 Fox 08/24-12/12
87675 P35 MW 02:30P-03:45P JKB 124 Fox 08/24-12/12
87707 P36 R 06:00P-08:45P JKB 124 Porter 08/24-12/12
87709 PN1 F 01:00P-03:45P JKB 124 Porter See dates below
Section PN1
meets: 08/28, 09/04, 10/02, 11/06, 12/04, 12/11.
Offered in blended format. Students are required to attend
several on-campus
sessions and participate via the Web for other class
activities. Blended courses
or online courses require computer skills and have computer
requirements.
Check http://distanceeducation.uaa.alaska.edu/requirements/
for system
requirements, student resources and the DE Student Guide.
Instructor contact:
pfsep@uaa.alaska.edu
ENGL A201 Masterpieces of World Lit I 3.0 CR
... ADDED
Prerequisites: ENGL A111.
Course Attributes: UAA GER Humanities Requirement.
Introductory course for majors and non-majors. Emphasizes
understanding
literature, forming critical vocabulary, and developing critical
judgment. Selected masterpieces from ancient times through the
Renaissance.
88652 P31 MW 01:00P-02:15P JKB 108 Denison 08/24-12/12
ENGL A212 *Technical Writing 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: ENGL A111 with minimum grade of C or ENGL A1W
with minimum grade of C or SAT Critical Reading Score with score
of 620 or SAT Verbal Score with score of 620 or Enhanced ACT
English with score of 30 or Original ACT English with score of
30.
Course Attributes: UAA GER Written Communication
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00 (section PN1)
Instruction in basic communicative purposes, forms, styles, and
visual elements commonly used by professionals who write and
edit technical documents. Provides experience in writing and
editing in a collaborative environment. Requires a research
report and APA documentation style.
87676 P31 MW 10:30A-11:45A JKB 124 Fox 08/24-12/12
87677 P32 TR 02:30P-03:45P JKB 124 Fox 08/24-12/12
87790 PN1 F 10:00A-12:45P JKB 124 Denison see dates below
Section PN1 meets: 08/28, 09/25, 10/02, 10/23, 10/30, 11/20,
12/04.
Offered in blended format. Students are required to attend
several on-campus
sessions and participate via the Web for other class
activities. Blended or online
courses require computer skills and have computer
requirements.
Check
http://distanceeducation.uaa.alaska.edu/requirements/ for
system
requirements, student resources and the DE Student Guide.
Instructor contact:
sdenison@matsu.alaska.edu.
ENGL A213 *Writing in the Social & Natural Sciences 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: ENGL A111 with minimum grade of C or ENGL A1W
with minimum grade of C or ENGL A2W with minimum grade of C or
ENGL A3W with minimum grade of C or SAT Critical Reading Score
with score of 620 or SAT Verbal Score with score of 620 or
Enhanced ACT English with score of 30 or Original ACT English
with score of 30.
Course Attributes: UAA GER Written Communication
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Instruction in academic writing based on close analysis of
readings in various disciplines, primarily the social and
natural sciences. Develops a broad range of expository writing
skills, including composition of the empirical report. APA
research paper required.
87678 P31 TR 04:00P-05:15P JKB 124 Denison 08/24-12/12
87679 P32 MW 01:00P-02:15P JKB 124 O'Leary 08/24-12/12
ENGLISH-AS-A-SECOND-LANGUAGE / ESL
ESL A104 College Reading & Writing I 3.0 CR
Registration Restrictions: Appropriate score on COMPASS
English Placement Test or TOEFL.
MSC Learning Resource Center: $5.00
For intermediate to advanced students. Extensive practice in
reading and composition strategies for academic and career
settings. Emphasis on alternatives to translation. Includes
special practice in grammar.
87791 P31 MW 10:30A-11:45A JKB 108 Peck 08/24-12/12
ENvironmental studies / ENVI
ENVI A211 *Earth Systems: The Science & Geography 3.0 CR
of the Natural Environment
... web section
added
... classroom section cancelled
Prerequisite: ENGL A111 and MATH A105.
Cross-Listed with: GEOG A211
Course Attributes: UAA GER Natural Sciences Req
Special Note: A student may apply no more than 3 credits from
ENVI A202, GEOG A205, ENVI A211, or GEOG A211 toward the
graduation requirements for a baccalaureate degree.
Lab/Mat’s Fees: $20.00
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00 (section PX1)
The earth and its geography are discussed as a system of systems
with feedbacks and interrelationships. Study of natural systems,
cycles, and flows and natural and human induced changes in these
systems. Topics include basic ecology, weather and climate,
resources and resource stress (air, water, oceans, soils),
natural hazards. Uses local, Arctic, and other regional
examples.
88156 P31 T 07:00P-09:45P SNOD 119 Moore 08/24-12/12
88756 PX1 WEB Crawford 08/24-12/12
ENVI A211L Earth Systems: The Science & Geography 1.0 CR
of the Natural Environment Lab
... web section
added
... classroom section cancelled
Prerequisite: ENGL A111 and MATH A105 and [ENVI A211 or GEOG
A211].
Cross-Listed with: GEOG A211L
Course Attributes: UAA GER Natural Sci Lab Only
Special Note: A student may apply no more than 1 credit from
GEOG A205L, ENVI A211L, or GEOG A211L toward the graduation
requirements for a baccalaureate degree.
Laboratory introducing students to the systematic acquisition of
data and its analysis and interpretation in a manner consistent
with the disciplines of environmental studies and geography.
Includes field and classroom experiences and the use of remotely
sensed data and geographic information systems in
interpretation, analysis, and presentation. Themes include:
scientific method, map use, environmental problems at multiple
scales, weather and climate, resources and resource stress (air,
water, oceans, soils), and natural hazards.
88157 P31 R 07:00P-09:45P JKB 123 Moore 08/24-12/12
89434 PX1 WEB Crawford 08/24-12/12
French / FREN
FREN A101 *Elementary French I 4.0 CR ...
room change
Course Attributes: UAA GER Humanities Requirement
Introductory course for students with no previous knowledge of
the French language. Develops listening, speaking, reading, and
writing skills in French for effective communication at the
elementary level. Students gain understanding of basic
cross-cultural perspectives. Course conducted in French.
87697 P31 MW 03:00P-04:50P FSM 107
JKB 128 Hunter 08/24-12/12
FREN A201 *Intermediate French I 4.0 CR ... CANCELLED
Prerequisite: FREN A102.
Course Attributes: UAA GER Humanities Requirement
Intermediate course for students with basic knowledge of French.
Enhances listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills for
effective communication at the intermediate level. Students
critically examine diverse cultural perspectives. Course
conducted in French.
87698 P31 MW 05:00P-06:50P FSM 107 Hunter 08/24-12/12
GEOGRAPHY / GEOG
GEOG A211 Earth Systems: The Science and Geography 3 CR
of the Natural Environment ... classroom
section cancelled
Prerequisites: ENGL A111 and MATH A105.
Crosslisted with: ENVI A211.
Course Attributes: UAA GER Natural Sciences Requirement.
Special Note: A student may apply no more than 3 credits from
ENVI A202, GEOG A205, ENVI A211, or GEOG A211 toward the
graduation requirements for a baccalaureate degree.
The earth and its geography are discussed as a system of systems
with feedbacks and interrelationships. Study of natural systems,
cycles, and flows and natural and human induced changes in these
systems. Topics include basic ecology, weather and climate,
resources and resource stress (air, water, oceans, soils),
natural hazards. Uses local, Arctic, and other regional
examples.
89242 P31 T 07:00P-09:45P SNOD 119 Moore
08/24-12/1289241 PX1 WEB Crawford 08/24-12/12
GEOG A211L Earth Systems: The Science and Geography 1 CR
of the Natural Environment Laboratory ...
classroom section cancelled
Prerequisites: ENGL A111 and MATH A105 and [ENVI A211 or GEOG
A211].
Crosslisted with: ENVI A211L.
Course Attributes: UAA GER Natural Sciences Lab Only.
Special Fees.
Special Note: A student may apply no more than 1 credit from
GEOG A205L, ENVI A211L, or GEOG A211L toward the graduation
requirements for a baccalaureate degree.
Laboratory introducing students to the systematic acquisition of
data and its analysis and interpretation in a manner consistent
with the disciplines of environmental studies and geography.
Includes field and classroom experiences and the use of remotely
sensed data and geographic information systems in
interpretation, analysis, and presentation. Themes include:
scientific method, map use, environmental problems at multiple
scales, weather and climate, resources and resource stress (air,
water, oceans, soils), and natural hazards.
89244 P31 R 07:00P-09:45P JKB 123 Moore 08/24-12/1289245 PX1 WEB Crawford 08/24-12/12
Geology / GEOL
GEOL A111 *Physical Geology 4.0 CR
Registration Restrictions: MATH A055 or higher
Course Attributes: UAA GER Natural Science w/ Lab
Geology Lab/Mat'l Fee: $40.00
Introduction to physical geology. Study of earth, its materials,
and processes affecting changes on and within. Laboratory
training in use of topographic maps, and recognition of common
rocks and minerals.
88129 P31 M 07:00P-09:46P SNOD 118 Reeder 08/24-12/12
and W 07:00P-09:45P JKB 123 Reeder 08/24-12/12
GUIDANCE / GUID
GUID A150A Survival Skills/College 1.0 CR ...
ADDED ...
Day correction
Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass.
Participation in a variety of activities including, reading,
notetaking and
follow-up, large and small group discussions and activities,
short written
assignments and/or quizzes.
88754 P31 TR
T 01:00P-02:15P FSM 107
Owens 08/24-12/12
Health Career Development / HCD
HCD AC015 Basic Life Support .8 CEU
Grade Mode: CU
Special Note: Upon successful completion of this course,
participants will receive a BLS certificate/card which is valid
for two years.
MSC Special Note: One day class that meets requirement for CPR
training and certification needed for EMT A130.
EMT Lab/Mat'l Fee: $12.00
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $60.00
Designed for health care professionals and consumers who must
respond to cardiac and respiratory emergencies. Includes
information on prevention and early recognition of heart
disease, CPR, and techniques for managing obstructed airways.
88179 PM1 S 08:00A-05:00P SNOD 117 Richey 09/12-09/12
History / HIST
HIST A101 *Western Civilization I 3.0 CR
Course Attributes: UAA GER Humanities Requirement
A survey of the developments in Western Civilization from its
origins in the ancient Near East to 1650. The major social,
political, economic, intellectual and cultural characteristics
will be emphasized.
87477 P31 M 04:00P-06:45P FSM 103 Jensen 08/24-12/12
HIST A102 *Western Civilization II 3.0 CR
... CANCELLED
Course Attributes: UAA GER Humanities Requirement
A survey of the developments in Western Civilization from 1650
to the present. The major social, political, economic,
intellectual and cultural characteristics will be emphasized.
87478 P31 M 07:00P-09:45P FSM 103 Jensen 08/24-12/12
HIST A121 *East Asian Civilization I 3.0 CR
Course Attributes: UAA GER Humanities Requirement
Provides a broad understanding of the historical, cultural, and
social development of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean civilization
from their prehistoric origins through approximately 1600 (the
decline of the Ming Dynasty in China, the successful unification
of Japan under the Tokugawa, and the end of the Japanese
invasions of Korea).
88301 P31 W 07:00P-09:45P FSM 107 Colberg 08/24-12/12
HIST A122 *East Asian Civilization II 3.0 CR ...
CANCELLED
Course Attributes: UAA GER Humanities Requirement
Provides a broad understanding of the historical, cultural, and
social development of East Asian civilization from approximately
1600 (the rise of the Qing Dynasty in China, the successful
unification of Japan under the Tokugawa, and the revival of the
Yi Dynasty in Korea) through the twentieth century.
88926 P31 MW 09:00A-10:15A FSM 103
Kirk 08/24-12/12
HIST A131 *History of United States I 3.0 CR
Course Attributes: UAA GER Humanities Requirement
A chronological overview of United States history from ancient
America through the Civil War. Examines social, political, and
economic forces that have shaped the country during the period.
Students will be introduced to primary sources and
interpretations in American history.
87480 P31 MW 01:00P-02:15P FSM 103 Wiltsey 08/24-12/12
87644 P32 TR 10:30A-11:45A FSM 103 Hirschmann 08/24-12/12
HIST A132 *History of United States II 3.0 CR
Course Attributes: UAA GER Humanities Requirement
A chronological overview of United States history from
Reconstruction to the present. Examines social, political, and
economic forces that have shaped the country during the period.
Students will be introduced to primary sources and
interpretations in American history.
87481 P31 MW 10:30A-11:45A FSM 103 Hirschmann 08/24-12/12
HIST A261 Russian History 3.0 CR ...
CANCELLED
Origins of early (Kievan) Russia, Mongol Era, and rise of
Moscow. Modern Russia to 20th century.
87564 P31 T 07:00P-09:45P FSM 103 Hirschmann 08/24-12/12
HIST A341 *History of Alaska 3.0 CR
Registration Restrictions: Junior standing.
Course Attributes: UAA GER Humanities Requirement
Introduction to background of Alaska and its relationship to
America and the world, including anthropological aspects of
Native groups, land bridge theory, Russian discovery, occupation
and management, orthodoxy, purchase, American organization and
development, gold rushes, congressional definition and
federalism, Native claims history, statehood, oil and the
disposition of Alaska lands.
87483 P31 W 07:00P-09:45P FSM 103 Hirschmann 08/24-12/12
HIST A401 The History of Warfare 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: HIST A101 and HIST A102.
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
A study of the history of warfare from the classical age to the
present. The following topics are examined: the relationship
between war and social, political and economic organization; the
evolution of weapons systems; the growth of modern professional
and mass armies; the "Laws" of war; the development of modern
strategic and tactical thought; and the impact of the atomic
age.
87565 PX1 WEB Wiltsey 08/24-12/12
Web-based
course. Web-based courses require computer skills and have
computer requirements. Check
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/distanceeducation
for system
requirements, student resources and the DE Student Guide.
Instructor contact: twiltsey@mtaonline.net
HIST A431 Colonies And Revolution 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: HIST A131 and HIST A132.
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Settlement of British America, social, political, economic and
ideological development of American colonies, prelude to
revolution, the American revolution, drafting of the
Constitution, and the Federalist Era.
87566 PX1 WEB Wiltsey 08/24-12/12
Web-based
course. Web-based courses require computer skills and have
computer requirements. Check
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/distanceeducation
for system requirements, student resources and the DE Student
Guide.
Instructor contact: twiltsey@mtaonline.net
Humanities / HUM
HUM A211 *Introduction to Humanities I 3.0 CR ...
room change
Prerequisite: ENGL A111.
Registration Restrictions: 3 credits of Fine Arts GER
Course Attributes: UAA GER Humanities Requirement
Uses humanities-based methods of inquiry and analysis to
interpret art works representative of diverse media, world
cultures, and historical eras. Approaches different systems of
aesthetic representation through investigations of form,
meaning, and values. Places the contributions of individual
artists in historical and cultural context.
87909 P31 S 09:00A-11:45A FSM 207
FSM 206 Olson 08/24-12/12
Human Services / HUMS
HUMS A101 Introduction to Human Services 3.0 CR
MSC Learning Resource Center: $5.00
Overview of human services. Includes traditional and
contemporary helping approaches, plus characteristics, values,
and professional roles of human service workers. Covers human
service consumers, their problems and functioning, helping
systems and strategies, environmental change processes, and
legal and ethical issues.
88046 P31 T 04:00P-06:45P FSM 103 Eblen 08/24-12/12
HUMS A153 Human Relations 3.0 CR
Cross-Listed with: PSY A153
MSC Learning Resource Center: $5.00
A survey of human relations to include communication, problem
solving, interaction, relationship, choice and change skills.
88047 P31 M 01:00P-03:45P SNOD 119 Gette 08/24-12/12
HUMS A223 Introduction to Paraprofessional Counseling I 3.0
CR
Focuses on systematic approach to effective helping and
helping skills which fall into the following skill categories:
skills for understanding, skills for comfort and crisis
intervention, and skills for positive action.
88048 P31 W 01:00P-03:45P SNOD 117 Yaros 08/24-12/12
HUMS A295A Human Services Practicum I 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: HUMS A101 and HUMS A223 and ENGL A111.
Registration Restrictions: GER Oral Communication
Department Approval Required
Practicum Insurance Fee: $6.00
Students placed in a community Human Services agency will
examine agency structure and functioning, professional
relationships, and interagency networks to apply their knowledge
of entry level helping skills with agency clientele while
participating in a weekly class seminar to facilitate the
integration of human service knowledge and theory with practical
field application.
88049 P31 T 09:00A-10:15A FSM 105 Jacobs 08/24-12/12
HUMS A412 Ethical Issues in Human Services Practice 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: HUMS A101 and HUMS A223.
MSC Special Note: Must be accepted into BHS program or
department permission.
Overview of ethics in human service practice. Clients' rights
and confidentiality, worker responsibility for ethical behavior
in the areas of confidentiality, multicultural counseling,
professional responsibility, and practitioner competency.
88052 P31 W 04:00P-06:45P SNOD 119 Yaros 08/24-12/12
HUMS A434 Group Facilitation for 3.0 CR ...
room change
Human Service Professionals
Prerequisite: HUMS A223 and HUMS A324.
Advanced facilitation skills appropriate for group work to
include goal setting, reciprocation, task identification, and
personal growth. Presents a theoretical case in both group
dynamics and group leadership. Contemporary ethical and
managerial issues are included.
88093 P31 F 01:00P-03:45P FSM 207
FSM 205 Fields 08/24-12/12
HUMS A495A Human Services Practicum III 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: HUMS A295A with minimum grade of C and HUMS
A295B with minimum grade of C.
Registration Restrictions: Admission to Human Services Bachelor
Degree Program.
MSC Special Note: Must be accepted into BHS program and have
department permission.
Practicum Insurance Fee: $6.00
Placement in an agency will provide students with advancing
levels of responsibility in direct client services and/or
specialized activities/projects while increasing their
professional development. Weekly concurrent classroom seminars
required.
88056 P31 R 04:00P-05:15P SNOD 117 Yaros 08/24-12/12
HUMS A495B *Human Services Practicum IV 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: HUMS A495A with minimum grade of C.
Registration Restrictions: Declared Human Services major,
admission to Bachelor of Human Services Degree, Practicum IV
status approval.
MSC Special Note: Must be accepted into BHS program and have
department permission.
Course Attributes: UAA GER Integrative Capstone
Practicum Insurance Fee: $6.00
This is the Integrative Capstone course for the Bachelor's of
Human Services degree. The course builds and expands upon
material presented in Human Services Practica I-III using
theoretical frameworks from other required Human Service
coursework. Students gain increasing levels of responsibility in
the provision of direct client services in community-based
settings.
88057 P31 Arranged Yaros 08/24-12/12
Justice / JUST
JUST A110 *Introduction to Justice 3.0 CR
Course Attributes: UAA GER Social Sciences Req
Special Note: This course is a prerequisite to most Justice
courses.
Survey of philosophies, functions and methods of social control
with emphasis on role of law and those involved in its
administration--police, courts, and correction organizations.
Includes study of history, organization, processes, and problems
related to law and justice agencies in a heterogeneous,
democratic society.
88058 P31 W 07:00P-09:45P SNOD 117 Erickson 08/24-12/12
JUST A241 Business Law I 3.0 CR
Cross-Listed with: BA A241
Introduces legal aspects of business activities. Emphasizes
basic principles, institutions, and administration of law in
contracts, employment, torts, property, agency, real estate, and
insurance.
88059 P31 R 07:00P-09:45P FSM 206 Colberg 08/24-12/12
Liberal Studies Integrated Sciences / LSIS
LSIS A102 *Origins: Earth-Solar System-Life 5.0 CR
Prerequisite: MATH A105 and LSIS A101.
Course Attributes: UAA GER Natural Science w/Lab
MSC Special Note: Departmental approval required. Contact M.
Voss at mvoss@matsu.alaska.edu for registration approval by
August 21 at 5:00 pm.
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Origins of earth including its formation, its place in the
universe, and the life on this planet. Processes that shape the
earth, reasons that earth contains life, and the varieties of
past and present forms of life.
87952 PN1 WEB Carpenter 08/24-12/12
and T 09:00A-11:45A JKB 123 Carpenter 08/24-12/12
and T 01:00P-03:45P JKB 123 Carpenter 08/24-12/12
Offered in
blended format. Students are required to attend several
on-campus sessions and participate via the Web for other
class requirements.
Check
http://distanceeducation.uaa.alaska.edu/requirements/ for
system
requirements, student resources and DE Student Guide.
Instructor contact: kcarpenter@matsu.alaska.edu
LSIS A201
*Life on Earth 5.0 CR ... CANCELLED
Prerequisite: LSIS A102 and MATH A107.
Course Attributes: UAA GER Natural Science w/ Lab
MSC Special Note: Departmental approval required. Contact M.
Voss at mvoss@matsu.alaska.edu for registration approval by
August 21 at 5:00 pm.
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Examines the biodiversity of life on earth, in the context of
chemistry, cell biology, genetics, physiology, ecology, and
evolution. Laboratory sessions are designed to increase the
student's understanding of the process of science, hypothesis
testing, experimental design, classification, and content
knowledge. A writing and speaking intensive course.
87912 PN1 WEB Carpenter 08/24-12/12
and R 09:00A-11:45A JKB 123 Carpenter 08/24-12/12
and R 01:00P-03:45P JKB 123 Carpenter 08/24-12/12
Offered in
blended format. Students are required to attend several
on-campus sessions and participate via the Web for other class
activities. Blended courses or
online courses require computer skills and have computer
requirements, student resources and DE Student Guide.Instructor contact:
kcarpenter@matsu.alaska.edu.
LSIS A202 Concepts & Processes: Natural Sciences 5.0 CR
... CANCELLED
... ADDED
Prerequisites: LSIS A201 and (MATH A107 or concurrent
enrollment).
Course Attributes: UAA GER Natural Science w/ Lab.
MSC Special Note: Departmental approval required. Contact M.
Voss at mvoss@matsu.alaska.edu for registration approval by
August 21 at 5:00 pm.
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Fundamental concepts in physics and chemistry. Emphasizes
logical connections between quantum mechanical view of matter
and major themes of modern chemistry and biochemistry. A writing
and speaking intensive course.
88928 PN1 WEB Carpenter 08/24-12/12
and R 09:00A-11:45A JKB 123 Carpenter 08/24-12/12
and R 01:00P-03:45P JKB 123 Carpenter 08/24-12/12
Liberal Studies Social Sciences / LSSS
LSSS A111 *Cultural Foundations Behavior 3.0 CR ...
room change
Course Attributes: UAA GER Social Sciences Req
Addresses culture as a concept and phenomenon, including its
origins, variety, utility, subtlety and complexity, issues of
identity, and cultural aspects of human lives from various
social science perspectives.
87913 P31 M 04:00P-06:45P FSM 206
FSM 105 Welton 08/24-12/12
Library Science / LS
LS A101 Library Resources 1.0 CR
MSC Special Note: Contact cballain@matsu.alaska.edu for
registration information.
An introduction to academic library research with an emphasis on
electronic resources.
87910 P31 Arranged Ballain 08/24-12/12
Course Schedule
subject to change. Change is a fact of life, especially when it
comes to schedules. For updated information check the printout in
Student Services (FSM 101 & 102) or on the MSC website:
www.matsu.alaska.edu. We may cancel a class because we didn’t know
you wanted it. Sometimes excellent courses with superior instructors
are cancelled because people waited too long to register. To avoid
any inconvenience to students and instructors, we may cancel
under-enrolled courses before the semester begins.
Failure to read the Course Schedule, the UAA Catalog or, the MSC
Bulletin does not excuse the student from the rules and procedures
described in those documents. The University reserves the right to
change or withdraw courses; to change the fees, rules, and calendar
for admission, registration, instruction, and graduation; and to
change other regulations affecting the student body at any time.
The University of Alaska Anchorage and Mat-Su College have a strong
institutional commitment to the principles of diversity and take
affirmative action to achieve that end. The University does not
discriminate in its educational and employment programs and
activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age,
disability, creed, religion, or veteran status.
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responsible for all courses for which they register. Failure to pay
will result in interest, late fees, or collection costs being added
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Refunds & Withdrawals: To be eligible for a refund, you must
submit a completed Add/Drop form to Student Services. Lack of
attendance does not constitute dropping a class. It is your
responsibility to insure that the request is received by the
registration office. If you are taking a class for a grade and
withdraw after refund date, you will receive a “W” on your
transcript and will not receive a refund. You may not withdraw from
a class after the withdrawal date published in this schedule.