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Plan Making Provides skills to develop a wide range of plans and an understanding of the processes to implement them. Topics covered include planning analysis, political constraints of planning and planning ethics, techniques of negotiation, facilitation, mediation, and presentation to the public. Uses a general framework for plan making that includes plan review, problem framing, information gathering, alternative modeling, scenarios development, impact assessment, and alternatives evaluation. Students will work on applied tasks individually and in groups. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or consent of instructor. | UP 510 |
Economic Development Policy Explores and evaluates urban and regional economic development policy in the U.S. Taking the twin lenses of cities and urbanized regions, it asks why the public sector engages in economic development; how the goals of economic development are defined; and how different policies attempt to steer economic activity and jobs to particular places. The course pays special attention to the question of equity, asking who will benefit from different policies. | UP 545 |
Qualitative Research Methods Students use individual research to practice qualitative methods of studying social interaction. Includes field research and historical/archival research methods; project areas include community development, environment, and landscape. Discussion is divided between 1) readings on issues such as techniques and research design, social theory, ethnocentrism, and combining qualitative with quantitative research and 2) student research reports. Same as GGIS 587. 4 graduate hours. No professional credit. | UP 587 |
Research Design and Methods Prepares students to embark on thesis research and independent grant proposals. Introduces the phases of research design process, including literature review, identification of the research problem, statement of research objectives and questions, establishment of the conceptual framework, and selection of methods, sampling strategies, measurements, and analyses that are most suitable to address the research questions. Provides an overview of the commonly used quantitative and qualitative research methods, e.g., survey, quasi-experiment, and case study. Guides students through the process of writing and reviewing a research proposal and providing feedback to others. Prerequisite: Enrollment in a PhD program or consent of instructor. | UP 589 |
Professional Internship Summer, part-time, or other professional-level employment in the field of planning, usually in an area of concentration; exposure to the social, political, and institutional setting in which planning operates; and full documentation of internship activities required. Approved for S/U grading only. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. | UP 590 |
Capstone Seminar Provides capstone guidance and advising to MUP students (non-thesis and thesis track). 0 OR 4 graduate hours. No professional credit. Approved for Letter and S/U grading. May be repeated in separate terms to a maximum of four hours. | UP 591 |
Doctoral Urban Planning Seminar The Doctoral Students in Urban Planning (DSUP) seminar is an invaluable platform of intellectual development for PhD students in the Department of Urban & Regional Planning (DURP) and an effective medium in building a community of scholars. The seminars facilitate exchange of ideas and perspectives among DSUP members as well as the faculty. It serves as a support system for all members of DSUP, who are at different stages in their research and doctoral studies, and provides a shared space for students to present their research and to solicit critical, yet constructive, peer reviews and advice. 0 graduate hours. No professional credit. Approved for S/U grading only. Prerequisite: For PhD students in Regional Planning only. | UP 592 |
Urban Planning Research Individual research work under the supervision of an appropriate member of the faculty. Approved for S/U grading only. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 hours. May be used by doctoral students for the research paper requirement. Prerequisite: Graduate Standing in Urban and Regional Planning, consent of instructor, and consent of the Department. | UP 597 |
Master's Project Major independent or small group project applying planning principles and methods to a current problem in urban and regional planning resulting in a final professional product. Approved for S/U grading only. Prerequisite: Graduate standing in Urban and Regional Planning, consent of instructor, and consent of the Department. | UP 598 |
Thesis Research Approved for S/U grading only. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 hours for Master's students. May be repeated to a maximum of 16 hours for PhD students. Prerequisite: Graduate standing in Urban and Regional Planning, consent of instructor, and consent of the Department. | UP 599 |
Zoological Medicine Seminar Discussion of selected topics and literature pertaining to zoological, wildlife and aquatic animal medicine and presentation of a formal seminar. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours. Prerequisite: Post DVM and enrolled in the Zoological and Aquatic Animal Residency Program. | VCM 501 |
Current Lit in Equine Med Surg This course will use current primary literature in the fields of equine medicine and surgery as a gateway to discussion. Current literature will be reviewed, critiqued, and discussed in the context of current equine clinical practice. Students are expected to be graduate veterinarians with a thorough understanding of equine medical and surgical concepts before enrolling in the course. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours. Prerequisite: Graduate Veterinarian or consent of instructor. | VCM 503 |
Introduction to Veterinary Science Introduces fundamental veterinary science concepts and emphasizes the development of critical skills such as formulating specific and testable questions, enhancing information literacy, and crafting persuasive, evidence-based responses to scientific inquiries. It delves into contemporary issues within veterinary medicine, underscores the significance of evaluating data validity, and establishes foundational knowledge in medical microbiology 3 graduate hours. No professional credit. | VCM 504 |
Topics in Pathophysiology Advanced review and discussion of topics pertaining to the physiology/pathophysiology, diagnosis, and current therapies for diseases in the field of small animal emergency and critical care medicine. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours. 1 graduate hour. No professional credit. May be repeated in separate semesters to a maximum of 6 hours. Prerequisite: DVM degree. Restricted to Vet Med students. | VCM 506 |
Veterinary Form and Function Focuses on foundational knowledge in anatomy and physiology, with an introduction to case-based thinking while studying the major body systems. Students will learn how to identify anatomical structures in different body systems, summarize similarities and differences between species, explain normal physiological systems in domestic animal species, and predict which body systems are abnormal with case-based discussions. 3 graduate hours. No professional credit. | VCM 507 |
Biology of Veterinary Pathogen Includes an overview of relevant veterinary microbiology and the interaction between microbes and their hosts. The course will build upon knowledge acquired in VCM 507. Students will learn how to identify host defenses and summarize similarities and differences between body systems, identify and explain tissue tropism and disease patterns of different veterinary pathogens, and predict with body systems will be targeted by pathogens. 3 graduate hours. No professional credit. Prerequisite: VCM 505 or VCM 507. | VCM 509 |
Adv Comp Theriogenology Advanced study on the principles and practice of theriogenology in domestic and non-domestic animals. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours. Prerequisite: Graduate Veterniarian and consent of instructor. | VCM 522 |
Small Animal Internal Medicine Book Club Read and review a veterinary medical textbook in preparation for the ACVIM General and Specialty Exams. At each class meeting, we will discuss the material in the assigned chapters. 1 graduate hour. No professional credit. May be repeated in separate semesters up to 6 hours if topics vary. Prerequisite: Restricted to residents in small animal specialties. | VCM 535 |
ECC Journal Topics Review and discuss current veterinary literature pertaining to small animal emergency and critical care medicine. 1 graduate hour. No professional credit. Approved for S/U grading only. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours. Prerequisite: DVM Degree. Restricted to Vet Med students. | VCM 536 |
Infectious Disease in Livestock Systems This is an 8-week graduate level course that covers the components and determinants of a healthy livestock system. The course will allow students to understand the interaction between animals (hosts), microorganisms (infectious disease) and the environment. The instructors assume that enrolled students have a foundational knowledge of pathogens and livestock system design and operations. 3 graduate hours. No professional credit. Prerequisite: VCM 505 or VCM 507. Restricted to graduate students with DVM or equivalent. | VCM 560 |
Advanced Large Animal Medicine A seminar series devoted to intense study of pathophysiologic and current therapeutic aspects of selected topics in large animal internal medicine. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours. Prerequisite: Graduate Veterinarian or consent of instructor. | VCM 577 |
Current Concepts Comp Surgery Advanced study of topics concerning the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and current therapy of diseases which are treated with surgical procedures. 1 or 2 graduate hours. No professional credit. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours. Prerequisite: Graduate Veterinarian or consent of instructor. | VCM 584 |
Current Lit Sm Anim Medicine Participants will discuss and analyze current veterinary journal articles which pertain to small animal internal medicine. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours. Prerequisite: Graduate Veterinarian. | VCM 585 |
Seminar Required of all graduate students whose major is Veterinary Clinical Medicine. Approved for S/U grading. May be repeated. | VCM 590 |
Special Problems Basic and applied study including orientation and research on pertinent initial and continuing problems in the student's area of interest. May be repeated. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. | VCM 592 |
Adv Topics Vet Clin Med Instruction in advanced diagnosis, therapeutic modalities, and research methodologies in the areas of small animal internal medicine, small animal surgery, equine and food animal medicine and surgery, ophthalmology, theriogenology, radiology, and clinical pharmacology. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 hours. Prerequisite: Graduate Veterinarian and consent of instructor. | VCM 593 |
MVS Integrative Learning Experience The Master of Veterinary Science (MVS) Integrative Learning Experience provides students with an opportunity to synthesize, integrate, and apply knowledge and skills acquired in MVS approved coursework. Students will work on a comprehensive project simulating an experience in a professional setting. The capstone project must integrate theory and practical experience, draw upon students’ originality and creativity within appropriate scope, and stretch their research, analytical, writing, critical thinking, and other intellectual abilities. Course registration is restricted to MVS degree seeking students and requires approval from the instructor. The comprehensive capstone project will take a year to complete requiring students to register for this course the last two semesters of the degree program. 1 to 8 graduate hours. No professional credit. Approved for S/U grading only. May be repeated up to 8 hours. Prerequisite: Course registration is restricted to MVS degree seeking students and requires approval from the instructor. | VCM 595 |
Manuscript Research Independent research to fulfill requirement for non-thesis alternative in Master of Science Program. Credit is not given for both VCM 598 and VCM 599. (Summer Session, 1 to 2 hours.) Prerequisite: Must be enrolled in the departmental graduate program. | VCM 598 |
Thesis Research Approved for S/U grading only. May be repeated. | VCM 599 |
Equine Farrier Science Form and Function Designed to familiarize veterinary students with the basic principles of equine farriery including anatomic considerations, infectious disease prevention, the effect of transport, and nutrition. No graduate credit. 1 professional hour. Approved for S/U grading only. Prerequisite: Restricted to VM2 or VM3 student in good standing. | VCM 614 |
The Healer's Art Creates time and space for veterinary medicine professional students to reflect and remember what it was that brought them to this field and why they want to do this work. The course provides a safe place for students to explore their feelings, passions, struggles, and aspirations with other classmates and faculty members. This is a class focused on giving students tools to build resiliency and foster self-awareness and growth. By addressing topics such as self-confidence and interpersonal relationships during veterinary school, this course gives students the opportunity to learn how to cope with some of the challenges as they occur to combat compassion fatigue, burnout, and overall job dissatisfaction. No graduate credit. 1 professional hour. Approved for S/U grading only. Prerequisite: Restricted to students with good standing in the College of Veterinary Medicine. | VCM 628 |
Introduction to Medication Counseling Intended to teach veterinarians how to counsel clients on preparing and administering medications as prescribed. Clients must also be aware of potential adverse effects and what they can expect to see (if anything) that will indicate the medication is working as intended. This 8-week course provides veterinary students with practice for communicating medication information to clients in a manner that will encourage compliance with the prescribed regimen. This course utilizes interactive activities to teach medication counseling techniques as well as reinforce basic points about commonly dispensed medications. No graduate credit. 1 professional hour. Approved for S/U grading only. Prerequisite: VM 605. Restricted to veterinary students in good standing. | VCM 630 |
Advanced Soft Tissue Surgery Seven-week course during the second half of the Fall semester focusing on the theory and practice of small animal soft tissue surgery. This course covers many of the soft tissue surgical procedures which new veterinary graduates are expected to competently perform. Procedures to be covered include bandaging and wound management, drain placement, declaw, dewclaw removal, tendonectomy, aural hematoma repair, pinna repairs, biopsies, surgery of the integument, gastrointestinal surgery, limb amputations and mastectomy. Approved for S/U grading only. Prerequisites: VM 605, VM 606, VM 607 and VM 608. | VCM 635 |
Advanced Clinical Pathology A case-based approach to clinical pathology. Students are required to critically evaluate clinical case data, turn in a written description of the case and be a discussion leader for at least one class period. Students will be provided with basic history and signalment of cases and with laboratory data including CBC, clinical chemistry, urinalysis and occasionally additional data. Focuses on the dog and cat, however horse and food animal cases will be presented. No graduate credit. 2 professional hours. Approved for S/U grading only. Prerequisite: Successful completion of VM 608 or permission of instructor. Third year veterinary students only. | VCM 636 |
Equine Emergency Medicine Familiarizes the veterinary student with the basic and advanced principles of emergency care for adult horses. Topics include gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, respiratory, central nervous system, ophthalmic, and urogenital emergency problems of the horse. Particular attention will be paid to gastrointestinal disease of the horse that present as an emergency, such as colic, enteritis, and typhlocolitis. 1 graduate hour. 1 professional hour. Approved for letter and S/U grading. Prerequisite: VM 606. | VCM 643 |
Lab Animal Science I Addresses fundamental issues in Laboratory Animal Sciences including career options, occupational health and safety, regulations, animal welfare, IACUC review, and rodent biology, husbandry, and medicine. 1 graduate hour. 1 professional hour. Approved for Letter and S/U grading. Prerequisite: Second or third-year standing in the veterinary medicine curriculum, registration in the graduate college, or consent of instructor. | VCM 646 |
One Medicine: One Health Explores the interrelatedness of human, animal, and environmental health with a focus on policy development. Through a combination of lecture, class discussion, and small group papers, students will learn how human, animal, and ecosystem health are all affected by many of the same factors and how the health of one affects the health of the others. Students will examine topics such as emerging and infectious diseases; overweight/obesity; food and water security; public health law; climate change; and antimicrobial resistance. 3 graduate hours. 3 professional hours. Approved for Letter and S/U grading. Prerequisite: Restricted to first, second, or third year standing in the veterinary medicine curriculum, registration in the graduate college, or consent of the instructor. | VCM 648 |
Avian Medicine and Surgery Avian species represent a significant segment of the companion animal population. Their anatomy, physiology, and behavior are substantially different from traditional species. Intended to provide students with the knowledge and skills required a practice clinical avian medicine and surgery. Diagnostic and therapeutic principles, as well as diseases of companion avian species are included. 2 graduate hours. 2 professional hours. Approved for letter and S/U grading. | VCM 649 |
Lab Animal Science II Continuation of VCM 646. Additional topics in laboratory animal medicine including the management of spontaneously and experimentally induced diseases and conditions, management of pain and distress, research, animal care, regulatory responsibilities, and education. 1 graduate hour. 1 professional hour. Approved for Letter and S/U grading. Prerequisite: VCM 646 or equivalent, or consent of instructor. | VCM 656 |
Advanced Equine Anatomy Designed to provide an in-depth assessment of the unique anatomical characteristics of the horse with focused attention to clinically important aspects of equine anatomy. The material will cover the anatomy of the head, larynx and pharynx, gastrointestinal anatomy and function, and musculoskeletal anatomy in particular detail, relating equine anatomy to the diagnostic and surgical approaches used in the management of diseases involving these body systems. Prerequisite: VM 604. | VCM 660 |
Food Supply Disease Prevention This course is designed to familiarize the student with the basic principles of food supply disease control. The first half of the course is designed to enhance the student's ability to detect disease with observation of necropsy lesions at the gross level. The second half of the course will cover immunizations and the judicious use of antimicrobials. 1 graduate hour. 1 professional hour. Prerequisites: VCM 690 or permission of the instructor if a graduate student or house officer. | VCM 672 |
Reptile Medicine & Surgery Available to VM3 students and will provide exposure to important topics including husbandry, restraint, venipuncture, physical examination, triage, radiography, zoonoses and clinical medicine. Species breadth will include those found under human management with some topics explored surrounding wildlife. Content will be delivered in a hybrid format with both online and in person content, including hands on learning activities. No graduate credit. 1 professional hour. Approved for Letter and S/U grading. Prerequisite: 3rd year VM Students. | VCM 678 |
Wildlife Medicine An 8-week elective course for veterinary students offered in their second or third year of the veterinary curriculum. Participation in weekly rounds and team meetings, for the purpose of independent study and training, is required. Students will be required to create a blog style report of an interesting case managed by the student's WMC team or a topic that relates to wildlife medicine, rehabilitation, or conservation. Available to VM2 students during the first 8-week terms of the fall term. Available to VM3 students during the first 8-week terms of the spring term. No graduate credit. 1 professional hour. Approved for Letter and S/U grading. May be repeated in separate terms to a maximum of 2 hours. Prerequisite: Enrolled students must be an active member assigned to a treatment team in the Wildlife Medical Clinic. | VCM 682 |
Special Problems Individual research on a special problem chosen in consultation with the instructor and department head. 1 to 3 graduate hours. 1 to 3 professional hours. Approved for letter and S/U grading. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours. Prerequisite: Enrollment in veterinary medicine curriculum with grade point average of 3.0 or above, or consent of instructor. | VCM 692 |
Veterinary Clinical Medicine To be used to designate a trial or experimental course for five or more students, designed to be an elective in the CVM professional curriculum. The course can be taught under this designation for two years or two offerings, whichever time is greater. 1 to 3 graduate hours. 1 to 3 professional hours. Approved for letter and S/U grading. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours. Prerequisite: Registration in the veterinary medicine curriculum or consent of instructor. | VCM 694 |
Food Supply Decision Making This course is designed to enhance veterinary student knowledge of case management and allow them to utilize case information to make decisions. The course will be laboratory and problem based with the opportunity to use antemortem and postmortem samples of animals with disease to evaluate therapeutic and management outcomes. 1 professional hour. Approved for S/U grading only. Prerequisite: VCM 688. | VCM 695 |
Fish Medicine and Surgery Introduction to ornamental fish medicine and surgery. Specific topics to be addressed in this course include non-infectious and infectious diseases, diagnostic sampling techniques, anesthesia and analgesia, and common surgical procedures for fish. 1 graduate hour. 1 professional hour. Approved for letter and S/U grading. | VCM 696 |
Clinical Practice I Teaches clinical skills, practices, and procedures used in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory and provides hands-on exposure to the methodologies used to diagnose, treat, and prevent disease in animals. No graduate credit. 4 professional hours. Approved for S/U grading only. | VM 601 |
Structure and Function I Teaches gross anatomy of the limbs of the dog, cat, horse, and ox; histology of basic tissues, and endocrines, immune, integumentary, and musculoskeletal systems; early development; cell physiology and endocrinology; neurobiology of excitable tissues including brain, nerves, and muscles; and clinical correlations between these subjects and the clinical experiences of VM 601. No graduate credit. 9.5 professional hours. | VM 602 |
Pathobiology I Teaches principles of pharmacology; general pathology; immunology; medical genetics; and mechanistic toxicology. No graduate credit. 9.5 professional hours. Prerequisite: VM 604 and good standing in the veterinary professional curriculum, or consent of instructor. | VM 605 |
Pathobiology II Infectious disease concepts in parasitology, protozoology, bacteriology, mycology, and virology; and introduces basic antimicrobial pharmacology. No graduate credit. 10 professional hours. Prerequisite: VM 605, VM 606, and good standing in the veterinary professional curriculum; or consent of instructor. | VM 607 |
Clinical Practice V Teaches clinical skills, practices, and procedures used in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory and provides hands-on experience in the methodologies used to diagnose, treat, and prevent disease in animals. No graduate credit. 8 professional hours. Approved for S/U grading only. Prerequisite: VM 611. | VM 614 |
Clinical Practice VI Teaches clinical skills, practices, and procedures used in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory and provides hands-on experience in the methodologies used to diagnose, treat, and prevent disease in animals. No graduate credit. 8 professional hours. Approved for S/U grading only. Prerequisite: VM 611. | VM 615 |
Small Animal Medicine and Surgery I Teaches the practice of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery in cardiology, respiratory diseases, reproduction, anesthesiology, and neonatology. Surgery and Theriogenology laboratories occur throughout this course and the companion course VM 652. No graduate credit. 4.5 professional hours. Prerequisite: VM 608 and good standing in the veterinary professional curriculum, or consent of instructor. Restricted to third year veterinary students only. | VM 651 |
Large Animal Medicine and Surgery I Teaches the practice of Large Animal Medicine and Surgery in cardiology, respiratory diseases, reproduction, anesthesiology, and neonatology. Surgery and Theriogenology laboratories occur throughout this course and the companion course VM 652. No graduate credit. 5 professional hours. Prerequisite: VM 608 and good standing in the veterinary professional curriculum, or consent of instructor. Restricted to third year veterinary students only. | VM 652 |
Small Animal Medicine and Surgery II Teaches the practice of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery in Dermatology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Urology, Infectious Diseases. Surgery laboratories occur throughout this course and the companion course VM 654. No graduate credit. 7 professional hours. Prerequisite: VM 651 and VM 652 and good standing in the veterinary professional curriculum, or consent of instructor. Restricted to third year veterinary students only. | VM 653 |
Large Animal Medicine and Surgery II Teaches the practice of Large Animal Medicine and Surgery in dermatology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, urology, and infectious diseases. Surgery laboratories occur throughout this course and the companion course VM 653. No graduate credit. 3.5 professional hours. Prerequisite: VM 651 and VM 652 and good standing in the veterinary professional curriculum, or consent of instructor. Restricted to third year veterinary students only. | VM 654 |
Elementary Wolof I Introduction to Wolof; emphasizes grammar, pronunciation, reading, and conversation in standard Wolof. Same as AFST 241. Participation in language laboratory required. | WLOF 201 |
Intermediate Wolof I Survey of more advanced grammar, with emphasis on increasing conversational fluency, composition skills, study of written texts in standard and Dakar Wolof, and discussion of grammatical variations. Same as AFST 443. 4 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: WLOF 202. | WLOF 403 |
Advanced Wolof I Third year Wolof with emphasis on conversational fluency and on increased ability in reading and comprehending texts, including newspaper prose and West African cultural materials. Course will also deal with the advanced level grammar found in such texts. Same as AFST 445. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Prerequisite: WLOF 404 or equivalent. | WLOF 405 |
Topics Wolof Lang & Lit I Selected readings from modern Wolof authors, with a focus on novels, plays, and basic poetry illustrative of West African cultural issues and advanced level Wolof grammar, as well as development of expository writing skills. Same as AFST 447. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Prerequisite: WLOF 406. | WLOF 407 |
Issues in Tutoring Writing Introduction to the work of writing centers, theories of composition, and writing pedagogy through readings, discussion, and observation. Theories of learning, collaborative learning, and the dynamics of the tutoring relationship will be discussed issues of working with specific writers such as English Language Learners will be explored. A relevant issue of interest will become the topic for an extended research paper. As theory is applied to practice, students will write, share their writing with others, and observe and participate in writing tutoring session. Later in the semester students will consult with writers, either with an experienced consultant or alone. Satisfactory completion of all requirements of the class and approval of the Writers Workshop Director will allow students to consult in the Writers Workshop the following semester. Credit is not given for WRIT 203 and WRIT 300. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. | WRIT 300 |
Writing Across Media Same as INFO 303. See INFO 303. | WRIT 303 |
Jewish Storytelling Course will introduce the great Jewish storytellers such as Nachman of Bratslav, Scholem-Aleichem, and I.B. Singer through readings of Yiddish tales, short stories, poetry, drama and excerpts from novels and autobiographies from the 19th and 20th centuries. In addition, Yiddish films and folklore will be used to exemplify the variety of Jewish cultural expression in Eastern Europe, Russia, and America. Course will also present a sample of critical approaches to Yiddish literature. Taught in English translation. Same as CWL 221, ENGL 223, JS 220, and REL 220. | YDSH 220 |