2014-2015 Core Requirements Committee

2014-2015 Core Requirements Committee

Larry Scanlon, Chair

English

School of Arts & Sciences

Barbara Angeline

Dance / Arts Online

Mason Gross School of the Arts

Mary Chayko

Director, Undergraduate Interdisciplinary

Studies

School of Communication & Information

François Cornilliat

French


Diane DeLauro

Office of Academic Services


Karen Dennis

Office of Undergraduate Education


Frances Egan [Fall 2014]

Philosophy


Martha Haviland

Division of Life Sciences, Genetics


Susan Lawrence

Dean for the Core Curriculum &

Educational Initiatives


Thomas Leustek

Associate Dean of Academic Administration

School of Environmental & Biological Sciences

Richard Ludescher

Dean of Academic Programs


Jorge Marcone Comparative Literature


Gregory Mountain

Earth & Planetary Sciences


Lenore Neigeborn

Office of Academic Services


Michelle Neumyer

Assistant Dean, Office of Academic Programs


Thomas Prusa

Economics


Kathleen Scott

Cell Biology & Neuroscience


Kurt Spellmeyer

Writing Program

School of Arts & Science

Sharon Stoerger

Information, Technology & Informatics

School of Communication & Information

Matthew Stone

Computer Science


Paula Voos

Labor Studies & Employment Relations

School of Management & Labor Relations

David Wilder

Psychology


Student Members, AY 2013-14:

Justin Lucero SAS & EJBSPPP, 2016

Rachel Moon SAS & EJBSPPP, 2015

Saad Shamshair SAS & EJBSPPP, 2015

Lake Mathison

Graduate Student Fellow, Spanish

PreDoctoral Leadership Development

Institute (PLDI)

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Report of the Core Requirements Committee for the

SAS & Affiliates Faculty Meeting, December 11, 2014

CRC Report, Spring 2014 (FINAL) - - Page 2 of 13

The CRC recommends that the following courses be certified as meeting the Core Curriculum Requirements &

Learning Goals listed below. Note: cross-listed course numbers appear together.

Course

No(s). Course Title

Cre

dit

s

Catalog Description Core Curriculum

REQUIREMENTS

01:013:215 African Short Stories 3 Examination of short fiction produced by African writers from the

second half of the 20th century to the present.

AHp –

p

01:013:305 African, Middle Eastern,

and South Asian Languages

in Peril

3 Introduction to local languages, their scientific and cultural value, and

the threat posed by their extinction, with a focus upon the endangered

languages of Africa and Asia.

21C, ITR –

b, y

01:175:306,

01:420:306

Modern French Cinema (in

English)

3 Survey of the development of French cinema from World War II to the

present day. Emphasis on the historical, sociopolitical, and aesthetic

context of films screened.

AHp –

p

KEY - CORE CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS & LEARNING GOALS (*see note, page 13)

a, b, c, d 21st C Challenges 21C

1 - Experience-Based Education EBE

e f, g Natural Sciences NS

(h), (i), (j) Social & Historical Analysis - General Goals HST & SCL

k, l - Historical Analysis HST

m, n - Social Analysis SCL

2,3 - Economic Analysis SCL /ECN

4, 5 - Governance & Regulation Analysis SCL /GVT

o, p, q, r Arts & Humanities AHo, AHp, AHq, AHr

s-1,s-2, t, u, v Writing & Communication WCr, WCd

w, x Quantitative & Formal Reasoning QQ, QR

y, z, aa Information Technology & Research ITR



CRC Report, Spring 2014 (FINAL) - Page 3 of 13

01:351:209 Creative Writing:

Introduction to Multimedia

Composition

3 Introduction to composition across digital media platforms, with

attention to the conceptual challenges it poses. Individual digital media

projects, blog posts, and group exercises to provide experience

composing and sharing works that are both thought…

AHr, ITR –

r, y

01:358:217 Black Literature from the

Colonial Period to 1930

3 Survey of poetry, prose, and drama from the 18th century through the

Harlem Renaissance.

AHp –

p

01:359:220 Introduction to Performance

Theory

3 Interdisciplinary course introduces students to key concepts of

performance and performativity from a variety of critical perspectives,

including those of literary studies, critical theory, philosophy, theatre

history, and anthropology, among others.

AHo –

o

01:420:271,

01:888:291

Francophilia: Literature and

Sexuality in Modern France

3 Explores cultural representations of non-conforming sexualities in

France from the late-19th century to the present. Combines writing

exercises with close reading and analytical discussion of literature,

theory, and film…

21C, WCd –

a, s-1 + t + v

01:508:211,

01:563:281,

01:685:281

Modern Israeli Culture 3 Approaches modern Israel as a case study in creating a new national

culture in relation to ancient history and traditions and a longstanding

diaspora. Explores the evolution of Israeli culture between 1940s and

the 1990s from an interdisciplinary perspective

SCL –

(h) + n

01:508:326 Islam in African History 3 Relation of Islam to the history of long distance trade, the rise of urban

centers, shifting identity formations, gender dynamics, and religious

conflict.

WCD –

t + u + v

01:510:319 The Age of Reformation,

1500-1648

3 The Protestant and Catholic reformations and their significance for

European society.

WCR, WCD –

s-2 + t + u

01:510:327 Twentieth-Century Europe 3 Major economic and social forces shaping life in 20th-century Europe,

and efforts of major social groups to cope with and shape these forces.

WCD –

t + u + v

01:510:333 France, Old Regime, and

Revolution

3 French history from Louis XIV to the fall of Napoleon. The absolutist

state and the impact of revolution, stressing the interplay of political…

WCd –

t + u+ v

01:510:351 Medieval Italy 476-1300 3 The Italian peninsula from the fall of the empire in the west to the age

of the communes: social, political, and religious history.

WCr, WCd –

s-2 + t + u




01:510:381 Eastern Europe, 1800-1948 3 Emergence of national movements and independent states in Poland,

Czechoslovakia, Hungary, Yugoslavia, Romania, and Bulgaria.

Problem of national minorities in nation-states, and solutions offered

by nationalist, fascist, and communist regimes.

WCD –

t + u + v

01:510:383 Eastern Europe, 1945-

Present

3 Impact of Communism and neo-liberalism on Eastern Europe.

Collapse of the Soviet Bloc, transition to liberal market capitalism, and

its social consequences.

WCD –

t + u + v

01:512:304 The Forging of Modern

America, 1880-1920

3 Political reform movements against the background of industrial

development, urbanization, and immigration in the U.S., 1880 to 1920.

WCD –

t + u + v

01:512:329 Technology and Nature in

American History

3 Historical exploration of the shaping of American history by

technological and natural forces. From colonial America to the twenty-

first century; from Walden Pond to Yosemite National Park, an

exploration of land use patterns, transportation netwoks, subu

WCR, WCD –

s-2 + t + u + v

01:512:377 The 1960s 3 Examines the political culture of the 1960s, centering on conflicts

between the forces of order, consensus, and containment, and the social

forces of protest, resistance, and liberation.

WCd –

t + u+ v

01:560:368 Walking in the Metropolis 3 Representations of walking in modern European culture. Readings:

Baudelaire, Calvino, Serao, Mansfield, Marinetti, Ortese, Woolf.

Screenings: Rossellini, De Sica, Sorrentino. Taught in English.

AHo, AHp–

o, p

01:595:298 Latinos and Migration 3 "Historical and contemporary experience of Latinos and Latin

Americans with migration to/from the US and migration within the US.

Development of regional, national, and transnational practices.

Emphasis on causes and experience of migration.

SCL –

(i) + n

07:632:201 Principles of

Cinematography - Online

3 An introduction to the art of cinematography and how choices made by

cinematographers impact visual storytelling. Students analyze selected

film clips, read interviews with cinematographers, learn about and

practice the process of creating compelling visual…

AHr, ITR –

r, y

07:700:105 Making Music with

Computers: Introduction to

Digital Audio

3 An introduction to computer music technology with a focus on creative

composition projects. This course is designed to deepen your creative

and critical approach to music composition while building a solid

foundation for working with digital audio

AHr, ITR –

r, y




07:700:135 Making Music with

Computers: Introduction to

Digital Audio Online

3 An introduction to computer music technology with a focus on creative

composition projects. This course is designed to deepen your creative

and critical approach to music composition while building a solid

foundation for working with digital audio

AHr, ITR –

r, y

11:015:431 International Trade Policy 3 This course will focus on the nature of trade in agricultural products,

trade policies and practices of import and export nations, agricultural

policies of common market areas and other major trading blocks,

market instability and other primary commodity

21C –

b

11:373:121 Principles and Applications

of Microeconomics

3 Economic principles, laws, processes, and institutions of a free-

enterprise economy with applications to contemporary economic life.

Emphasis on individuals and firms within the economic system that

bring about resource allocation.

SCL /ECN –

2

11:373:122 Principle and Applications

of Macroeconomics

3 Applications of economic concepts to the general economy. Topics

include inflation, unemployment, economic growth, economic

recessions, budget deficits, international trade, and fiscal and monetary

policies. Prerequisites: 01:640:111, 112 or 115

SCL /ECN –

3

11:373:362 Natural Resource Economics 3 Market/nonmarket decision-making structure regarding natural

resource use and policy implications, with emphasis on public choice.

Benefit-cost analysis and market failure as these apply to natural

resource use.

SCL /GVT –

4

11:374:101 Introduction to Human

Ecology

3 The study of complex and varied patterns of interaction between

people and the environment

21C, SCL –

b, (h) + n

11:374:279 Politics of Environmental

Issues

3 The content and process of policy making concerning air and water

quality

21C, SCL /GVT –

a, 4




New Permanent Cross-Listings for Previously-Certified Courses:

New

Course

No(s).

Course Title

Cre

dit

s

Catalog Description Core Curriculum

REQUIREMENTS

01:470:280 The Culture of Yiddish: An Introduction

Previously-certified - 01:563:245

3 An overview of Yiddish, the traditional vernacular

language of Ashkenazic Jews, and its culture, from its

medieval origins to the present.

AHq –

q

01:685:280 Jerusalem Contested: A City’s History

from Jewish, Christian & Muslim

Perspectives

Previously-certified - 01:508:209, 01:563:280

3 Introduces students to the history of Jerusalem. Causes

for and evolution of the profound attachment of Judaism,

Christianity, and Islam.

21C, HST –

a, b,

(h) + l

01:195:232

01:988:232

Women Writers of South Asia


3 Introduces colonial and postcolonial South Asian

women's writing, focusing on how women writers

explore issues of identity, violence, and belonging within

predominantly male literary traditions.

AHo, AHp –

o, p

01:195:431

01:988:431

Gender, Nation, and Literature in South

Asia


3 How representations of the Indian woman have shaped

ideas of citizenship and belonging in colonial and

postcolonial South Asia.

WCd –

t + u+ v




The CRC recommends that the Undergraduate Major in Health Administration be open to SAS students.

Major in Health Administration (Available to SAS students in Spring 2015)

Students seeking the Health Administration major must complete the prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of “C” or better and

submit an application for admission to the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy. Applications may be obtained from

Christina Miller [email protected] or the school’s website [under revision with expected completion in December 2014].

SAS students must complete the SAS CORE curriculum, be admitted to the Bloustein School, and complete all major requirements to

receive a joint BS degree from both matriculating units. Transfer students admitted directly to the Bloustein School must complete the EJB

general education requirements in addition to major requirements and will receive a BS degree only from the Bloustein School.

There is no minor course of study for Health Administration. Students interested in a minor course of study with electives in health

administration are referred to the Public Health minor and the Public Health Administration certificate.

Requirements, Major in Health Administration (501)

Prerequisite courses (9-10 cr):

01:640:111 Precalculus or higher (3)

01: 220:102 Intro to Microeconomics (3)

10:762:205 Basic Statistical Methods or equivalent (3-4)

Major requirements (46 cr)

501:203 Intro to Health Administration (3)

One of the following:

501:260 Health Care Systems (3)

832:338 Health and Public Policy (3)


501:332 Healthcare Economics (3)

832:332 Public Health Economics (3)

533:325 HR and Health Administration (3)

501:333 Finance for Health Administration (3) - Open to 501 majors only




501:335 Epidemiology for Healthcare (3) - Open to 501 majors only

501:354 Marketing for Healthcare Organizations (3) - Open to 501 majors only

501:356 Healthcare Ethics/Law (3)

501:363 Health Systems Operations (3) - Open to 501 majors only


501:342 Long-term Care Management (3)

501:360 Principles of Public Management (3)

833:361 Managing People/Organizations (3)

501:362 Non--Profit Management (3)

501:395 Research Methods (4) - Open to 501 majors only

501:410 Information Systems for Healthcare (3) - Open to 501 majors only. Prerequisites: 10:501:203 & 10:501:333

501:450 Leadership Seminar (3) - Open to 501 majors only

501:499 Professional Practice Internship (6) - Open to 501 majors only. Prerequisites: 10:501:395, 10:501:450 and 100 credits

Concentration in Long-term Care:

Students interested in a career in long-term care should take the following courses: 501:260 Health Care Systems, 832:341 Public Health

and Aging, and 501:342 Long-term Care Management. They must also complete 501:499 in a long-term care setting in preparation for

taking the New Jersey State Nursing Home Administrator Licensing Exam. \




The CRC recommends that the Undergraduate Major and Minor in Public Policy be open to SAS students.

Major in Public Policy (Available to SAS students in Spring 2015)

Students seeking the Public Policy major must complete the prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of “C” or better and submit an

application for admission to the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy. Applications may be obtained from Christina

Miller [email protected] or the school’s website [under revision with expected completion in December 2014].




Requirements, Major in Public Policy (833)

Prerequisite courses (6-7 cr):

01:640:111 Precalculus or higher (3)

10:762:101 Intro to Planning, Policy and Health (3)



01:220:102 Intro to Microeconomics (3)

01:790:104 American Government (3)

10:833:210 Principles of Public Policy (3)

10:833:215 Writing, Reasoning and Public Policy (3)

10:833:220 Public Economic Policy (3)

One of the following (3 cr):

10:833:360 Principles of Public Management

10:833:361 Managing People and Organizations

10:833:362 Non-Profit Management

10:833:395 Research Methods (4) - Open to 833 majors only

10:833:400 Professional Practice Internship* (6) - Open to 833 majors only. Prerequisite: 10:832:210, 10:833:395

10:833:450 Leadership Seminar (3) - Open to 833 majors only




One of the following concentrations** (12):

a) Poverty and Inequality:

10:833:230 Global Poverty (3)

10:833:231 Poverty in the United States (3)

10:833:225 US Education Policy (3)

10:833:310 US Housing Policy (3)

10:833:324 Social Movements (3)

10:833:331 US Social Policy (3)

10:833:335 Gender, Family & Pub Policy (3)

10:833:419 Immigration Policy (3)

10:762:305 Community Development (3)

b) Health and Environment:

10:833:302 Sexual and Reproductive Health Policy (3)

10:833:338 Health and Public Policy (3)

10:833:340 Aging and Public Policy (3)

10:833:416 Mental Health & Society (3)

10:832:212 Health Disparities (3)

10:832:235 Urban Health (3)

10:832:320 Protecting Public Health & the Environment (3)

10:832:350 Drugs, Culture and Society (3)

10:832:405 Cancer and Society (3)

* Students qualifying for honors may replace 833:400 with 10:833:403,404 Public Policy Honors Thesis I and II (3,3)

** Students may create their own public policy concentration (such as military policy, science policy, or technology policy) with

written pre-approval from the undergraduate director.

Requirements, Minor in Public Policy (21-22 cr) 10:762:101 Intro to Planning, Policy and Health (3)


10:833:210 Principles of Public Policy (3)

10:833:220 Public Economic Policy (3)




At least three (3) of the following courses:

10:833:230 Global Poverty (3)

10:833:231 Poverty in the United States (3)

10:833:225 US Education Policy (3)

10:833:302 Sexual and Reproductive Health Policy (3)

10:833:310 US Housing Policy (3)

10:833:324 Social Movements (3)

10:833:331 US Social Policy (3)

10:833:335 Gender, Family & Pub Policy (3)

10:833:338 Health and Public Policy (3)

10:833:340 Aging and Public Policy (3)

10:833:416 Mental Health & Society (3)

10:833:419 Immigration Policy (3) \




The CRC recommends that the Undergraduate Major in Urban Planning and Design be open to SAS students.

Major in Urban Planning and Design (Available to SAS students in Spring 2015)

Students seeking the Urban Planning and Design major must complete the prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of “C” or better

and submit an application for admission to the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy. Applications may be obtained

from Christina Miller [email protected] or the school’s website [under revision with expected completion in December 2014].




There is no minor course of study for Urban Planning and Design. Students interested in a minor course of study with select courses are

referred to the Planning and Public Policy minor (762).

Requirements, Major in Urban Planning and Design (971)

Pre-requisite course to declaring the major:

762:204 Basic Stat Methods (4) or equivalent (3-4)


10:762/971:201 Intro Urban Planning and City Design (3)

10:762/971:202 Designing Healthy Cities (3)

10:762/971:314 Graphic Communication for Planners (3)

10:971:316 Intro Site Planning and City Design (3) - Prerequisite: 10:971:201

10:971:315 Intro to GIS (3)

10:971:318 History of Planning and City Design (3)


10:762:317 Urban Muni Management (3)

10:762:360 Prin Public Management (3)

10:971:363 Planning Admin and Practice (3)




Two of the following:

10:762:305 Community Development (3)

10:762/971:413 Urban Revitalization (3)

10:762/971:472 Transportation Planning (3)

10:762/833:473 Transportation Policy (3)

10:971/762:470 Environmental and Land Use Law (3)

10:971:395 Methods of Planning Analysis (3) – Open to majors only

10:971:403 Advanced Graphics and Communications (3) – Open to majors only. Prerequisite 971:201 and 316; Co-req 971:404

10:971:404 Planning and Design Studio I (3) – Open to majors only. Prerequisite 971:201 and 316; Co-req 971:403

10:971:405 Planning and Design Studio II (3) – Open to majors only. Prerequisite: 971:403 and 971:404

10:971:400 Internship (3) – Open to majors only. Prerequisite: Senior Status and a faculty sponsor

*Note: The SEBS faculty has voted to require their students to meet the Core Curriculum beginning in Fall 2015, with a few

conditions specific to its mission as the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. For details, see

http://sasoue.rutgers.edu/docman-docs/doc_download/449-sebs-core-curriculum

In particular, SEBS students will meet one of the 21C challenge requirements by earning credits in a SEBS-certified Experience-

Based Education (EBE) course. In pursuit of its mission, SEBS students will also be directed to two specific subsets of Social

Analysis (SCL) courses: Economic Analysis (ECN) and Governance and Regulation Analysis (GVT). SEBS students will complete

one of each.

As of Fall 2015, all New Brunswick undergraduates except those matriculated in the School of Engineering or the School of

Pharmacy will take the Core Curriculum.

Certification of courses is being done by the CRC and SAS and Affiliate Faculty under the current governing by-laws.

http://sasoue.rutgers.edu/docman-docs/doc_download/449-sebs-core-curriculum

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