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SCI 110 Integrative Science - SL (4 credits) Hours: 2 classroom + 3 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): Math ACT of 19 or placement. Prerequisite OR Co-requisite: ENG 101 . Taught: Fall and spring Introduction to science, engineering and mathematical concepts through laboratory experiments and application of algebraic functions in problem solving through the perspective of a critical thinker. Hands-on activities, the scientific process and mathematical modeling of physical systems in an inquiry-based, active-learning environment will lead to students’ discovery of scientific concepts. Repeatable: No General Education Credit: Natural Science ♦ |
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SCI 110H Honors Integrative Science - SL (4 credits) Hours: 2 classroom + 3 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): Math ACT of 22 or placement ENG 101 . Prerequisite OR Co-requisite: ENG 101 . Taught: Spring only Introduction to science, engineering and mathematical concepts through laboratory experiments and application of algebraic functions in problem solving through the perspective of a critical thinker. Hands-on activities, the scientific process and mathematical modeling of physical systems in an inquiry-based, active-learning environment will lead to students’ discovery of scientific concepts. Repeatable: No General Education Credit: Natural Science ♦ |
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SCI 394 Topics: Integrative Science (1-3 credits) Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): Varies with topic (see Schedule of Classes). Taught: Variable-chck w/dept Special topics course intended as an interdisciplinary course across multiple STEM disciplines. May be repeated for up to 6 hours when topic varies. Repeatable: Yes If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 6
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Integrative Studies |
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IST 185 Introduction to Integrative Studies - SB (1-3 credits) Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Fall and spring An orientation to interdisciplinary thinking, this course is designed to encourage students to become self-aware holistic consumers of knowledge and to see the interdependent aspects of all academic disciplines. Students will be guided through an exploration of what the academe has to offer and encouraged to consider how those opportunities match with their personalities, interests, and ambitions. Repeatable: No General Education Credit: Individual and Society
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IST 394 Learning through Military Experience (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission. Taught: Spring only Interdisciplinary study of a specific topic or issue. May be repeated for credit when subjects differ. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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IST 397 Integrative Studies Portfolio Review (2 credits) Hours: 2 Classroom + 0 Lab/Studio Prerequisite(s): IST 185 . Taught: Spring only Developing a portfolio that analyzes and integrates work in the Integrative Studies program. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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IST 494 Seminar: Advanced Topics in Integrative Studies (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Fall and spring This is the capstone course for undergraduate majors in Integrative Studies. It includes a project and portfolio that acts as a culmination of the Integrative Studies program. Repeatable: Yes If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 12
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IST 496 Internship in Integrative Studies (3-15 credits) Hours: 3-15 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): Consent of intern director. Taught: Variable, check with department The integrative studies internships are a cooperative effort between the Integrative Studies program at Northern Kentucky University and public, private, and non-profit agencies. The purpose of the internship is to give students the opportunity to apply their education to actual work situations. The student works under the supervision of the public, private, or non-profit professional. Repeatable: Yes If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 15
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IST 497 Capstone in Integrative Studies (3 Credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): Junior standing. Taught: Fall and Spring The capstone course for undergraduate majors in Integrative Studies. A final project and portfolio serve as the culmination of the Integrative Studies program. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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IST 499 Independent Study: Directed Readings (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Taught: Variable, check with department Individualized study of a selected topic under the supervision of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Repeatable: Yes If Repeatable, Max. Credits: No Limit
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IST 585 Introduction to Graduate Interdisciplinary Studies (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Master of Art in Integrative Studies program or permission of instructor. Taught: Fall only This course provides a comprehensive introduction to graduate studies in liberal arts, multi- and inter-disciplinary research and developing integrative insights. It prepares students for defining their research interests, planning their individualized curriculum and initiating active learning strategies. It also provides opportunity to develop one’s writing skills, to gain knowledge of professional writing styles, and practice integrative writing. Repeatable: No ♦ |
International Orientation |
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UNVI 101 International Orientation (1-3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): Department consent. Taught: Fall and spring Emphasis on transition into college and development of college survival skills, development of student self-reliance as an active participant in classroom activities, familiarization with available university resources and establishment of learning communities within the University. Repeatable: No ♦ |
International Programs Courses |
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INTL 300 International Service Learning Experience (1-3 credits) Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 , consent of instructor, and student must apply to the Office of International programs. Taught: Variable, check with department Volunteer community service work outside the United States as part of an NKU team. Includes preparatory seminars and follow-up meetings. Graded Pass/Fail. Repeatable: Yes If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 6
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Italian |
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ITA 101 Elementary Italian I - AH (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Fall only Fundamentals; introduction to Italian culture; development of skills in conversation, pronunciation, grammar, reading, and writing. Repeatable: No General Education Credit: Culture and Creativity
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ITA 102 Elementary Italian II (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): ITA 101 or equivalent. Taught: Spring only Continuation of ITA 101 , additional grammar study, pronunciation drill, and new vocabulary; further practice in speaking and reading. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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ITA 201 Intermediate Italian I (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): ITA 102 or equivalent. Taught: Fall only Review and extension of basic language skills acquired in ITA 101 and ITA 102 ; reading and discussion of cultural and literary subjects. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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ITA 202 Intermediate Italian II (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): ITA 201 or equivalent. Taught: Spring only Continuation of grammar review and enhancement of language skills begun in ITA 201 ; reading and discussion of cultural and literary subjects. Repeatable: No ♦ |
Japanese |
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JPN 101 Elementary Japanese I - AH (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Fall and spring Fundamentals; introduction to Japanese culture; basic skills in pronunciation, conversation, vocabulary, grammar, kana syllabary writing system. Repeatable: No General Education Credit: Culture and Creativity
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JPN 102 Elementary Japanese II (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JPN 101 or equivalent. Taught: Fall and spring Continuation of JPN 101 . Further command of grammar and expansion of vocabulary in conversational Japanese; introduction of additional Chinese characters for reading comprehension and writing. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JPN 201 Intermediate Japanese I (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JPN 102 or equivalent. Taught: Fall only Review of pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and syllabary writing system introduced in JPN 101 -JPN 102 ; introduction of advanced structural patterns and cultural influences of the language. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JPN 202 Intermediate Japanese II (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JPN 201 or equivalent. Taught: Spring only Continuation of JPN 201 ; additional practice in language structural patterns and cultural influences. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JPN 304 Japanese Composition and Conversation (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JPN 202 or equivalent. Taught: Variable, check with department Advanced practice in writing Japanese compositions and oral conversation skills. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JPN 311 Japanese Cultural History (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JPN 202 or equivalent. Taught: Variable, check with department Eras, institutions, and issues in the history of Japan; readings primarily in Japanese. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JPN 325 Japanese Myth and Folklore (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JPN 202 or equivalent. Taught: Variable, check with department Study of Japanese folklore, myths and traditions and their relationship to contemporary Japanese society. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JPN 340 Business Japanese (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JPN 202 or equivalent. Taught: Variable, check with department Study of language for broad commercial purposes; cultural awareness in both social and professional situations; historic and contemporary views of government, labor, media, and industrial organization in Japan; business communication; Japanese-American relations. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JPN 350 Methods of Teaching Japanese (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JPN 202 or equivalent. Taught: Variable, check with department Theoretical and practical considerations of teaching Japanese in American schools; required of all students seeking teaching certification in Japanese. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JPN 380 Topics in Advanced Japanese (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JPN 202 or consent of instructor. Taught: Variable, check with department Advanced study of Japanese language, literature, and culture. Repeatable: Yes If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 15
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JPN 401 Japanese Phonetics and Pronunciation (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): 6 semester hours of Japanese at the 300 level or above. Taught: Variable, check with department Study of Japanese sound system, how sounds are produced, which ones are used in Japanese, and in what contexts they occur. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JPN 402 Advanced Japanese Grammar and Syntax (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): 6 semester hours of Japanese at the 300 level or above. Taught: Variable, check with department Study of Japanese grammar through analysis of key linguistic structures and applied practice. Analysis of word formation, sentence structure, and semantics. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JPN 499 Independent Study: Japanese (1-3 credits) Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Taught: Variable, check with department Readings in language, literature and culture. Repeatable: Yes If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 15
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JPN 520 Readings in Japanese (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JPN 380 or equivalent. Taught: Variable, check with department Various literary, linguistic, cultural, and pedagogical topics. May be repeated for credit when topic varies. Repeatable: Yes If Repeatable, Max. Credits: No Limit
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Journalism |
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JOU 110 Introduction to Mass Communication - SB (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Fall and spring Examine how mass media operate, how people use and create media messages, and how media evolve and influence behavior. Repeatable: No General Education Credit: Individual and Society
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JOU 220 News Writing (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): C or better in ENG 101 or equivalent. Taught: Fall and spring Write news stories that engage various audiences. Practice interviewing and reporting. Develop a sense of news values. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 230 News Reporting and Writing (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JOU 220 . Taught: Fall and spring Research and report original news stories suitable for publication in various media. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 265 Broadcast News Writing (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JOU 110 /EMB 110 and JOU 220 . Taught: Variable, check with department Principles and practices of writing and editing news for the electronic media; development of an effective broadcasting style, conciseness, and accuracy for hard news and features; basic reporting and interviewing techniques, electronic news gathering, rewriting, editing, and compiling. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 305 Science in the Media (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or permission from instructor. Taught: Fall and spring This course focuses on analyzing and producing science news content, including information about health, biology, the environment and technology. Students will develop knowledge of the best practices in science reporting, including assessing information for news value, accuracy and impact and translating jargon into content that will engage an audience. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 321 Digital Publishing (3 credits) Hours: 2 classroom + 3 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JOU 110 or EMB 100 . Taught: Fall and spring Design and produce publications using professional tools. Examine principles of typography, graphics and design in communication. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 325 Photojournalism (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JOU 110 or EMB 100 . Taught: Spring only Study fundamentals of photography, use of digital cameras, photo editing, and use of photography in a variety of media to tell stories. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 330 Public Affairs Reporting (3 credits) Hours: 2 classroom + 2 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JOU 230 . Taught: Spring only-even yrs Investigative reporting on agencies, governments and entities, such as courts, non-profit organizations, health departments and businesses, which maintain public records. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 331 Specialty Reporting (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JOU 220 . Taught: Variable, check with department Report on beats such as business, education, environment, health, sports, or technology. Topics vary semester to semester. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 340 Feature Writing (3 credits) Hours: 2 classroom + 2 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JOU 220 or permission of instructor. Taught: Fall only Develop creative nonfiction stories suitable for publication in magazines, online sites, newspapers, newsletters, and trade journals. Course covers every step of the entrepreneurial process, from developing ideas, to researching, reporting, writing, producing and marketing. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 346 Copy Editing and Design (3 credits) Hours: 2 classroom + 2 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JOU 220 . Taught: Spring only Edit text and design pages to achieve clear, concise and compelling content. Improve communication by learning the proper use of grammar, spelling, punctuation and style. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 370 Principles of Advertising (3 credits) Hours: 2 classroom + 2 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JOU 110 / EMB 100 . Taught: Fall only Processes and practices of advertising, conception, organization, market research, copy writing, ad layout and production, media selection and scheduling, and assessment of impact. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 380 News Media Workshop (1-3 credits) Hours: 0 classroom + 4 -12 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JOU 220 . Taught: Fall and spring Gain practical experience in everything from exercising judgment and writing for an audience to grappling with legal and ethical dilemmas to planning and executing multimedia stories while reporting on people, events, issues and culture on campus. 1-3 credits, with default at of 3. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 394 Special Topics in Journalism (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JOU 110 or junior standing. Taught: Variable, check with department Examine significant topics in journalism and mass media. Topics vary semester to semester. Repeatable: Yes If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 6
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JOU 396 Internship (3 credits) Hours: 0 classroom + 12 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JOU 380 ; written consent of supervising faculty member; junior or senior standing; and a GPA of at least 2.75. Taught: Fall, spring, and summer Work at newspapers, online sites, public relations or advertising agencies, or other employers of communication professionals, in addition to some class meetings. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 421 Mass Communication History (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JOU 110 or junior standing. Taught: Spring only-odd yrs Explore social, political, economic and technological factors that have affected the evolution of U.S. media. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 440 Current Topics in Media Ethics (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JOU 110 , EMB 100 or junior standing. Taught: Fall and spring Examine issues facing media practitioners on different platforms. Develop ethical reasoning and an understanding of media’s impact on society through analysis and application of standards and practices in media related professions. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 450 Media Skills (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JOU 220 or permission of instructor. Taught: Fall and spring Introduction to multimedia journalism; use and study of contemporary tools for information gathering, reporting and interacting with audiences. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 480 Advanced News Media Workshop (1-3 credits) Hours: 0 classroom + 1-3 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JOU 380 . Taught: Fall and spring Expand understanding of journalistic concepts and skills learned in JOU 380 by producing more complex and diverse news content for media outlets on deadline. Explore advanced journalism techniques such as investigative reporting and experimentation with emerging media. 1-3 credits, with default at 3. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 485 Mass Communication Law (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JOU 110 or junior standing. Taught: Fall and spring Explore First Amendment law and policy related to mass communication. Topics include libel, privacy, intellectual property, confidential sources, the courts, indecency, entertainment and social media, and access to information. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 492 Data Journalism (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): JOU 220 or CMST 220 . Taught: Fall and spring Introduce and examine data journalism through theoretical discussion, case studies and hands-on practice; learn to gather, analyze and interpret data for news reporting and storytelling; understand and apply basic measurement techniques and research concepts. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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JOU 495 Study Abroad (1-3 credits) Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): Varies by topic. Taught: Variable, check with department Varies by topic. Course includes a classroom portion and a trip abroad. Repeatable: Yes If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 12
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JOU 499 Independent Study: Journalism (1-3 credits) Hours: 0 classroom + 4 -12 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): junior standing; a GPA of at least 2.50 or consent of instructor; approved independent study proposal. Taught: Variable, check with department Individually supervised work involving reading, research, and/or production in a specified area of interest. Topic selected before registration in conference with instructor. Repeatable: Yes If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 6
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Kinesiology |
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KIN 125 Introduction to Physical Education, Fitness, and Sport (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Fall and spring Overview of the profession; philosophy, history, and scientific areas; examination of career opportunities. Repeatable: No
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KIN 200 Concepts of Lifetime Fitness (2 credits) Hours: 2 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Fall, spring, and summer Health related problems associated with a modern sedentary society; benefits of regular exercise; individual psychomotor and physiological developmental patterns. Repeatable: No
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KIN 205 Introduction to Personal Training (3 credits) Hours: 2 classroom + 2 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): KIN 200 , BIO 208 . Taught: Variable, check with department This course is designed to provide theoretical knowledge and practical skills in preparation for a national certification exam in personal training. Topics include guidelines for instructing safe, effective, and purposeful exercise, essentials of the client-trainer relationship, conducting health and fitness assessments, and designing and implementing appropriate exercise programming. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 260 Introduction to Strength and Conditioning (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Fall and spring This course is designed to provide theoretical knowledge and practical skills in exercise science, strength training and aerobic conditioning. Topics include guidelines for instructing safe, effective, and purposeful exercise, essentials of the client-trainer relationship, conducting health and fitness assessments, and designing and implementing appropriate exercise programming. Repeatable: No
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KIN 280 Basic Recognition and Care of Athletic Injuries (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Fall and spring An introduction to athletic training/sports medicine concepts. Course content will include basic skills for prevention, assessment, and care of injuries associated with physical activity. Repeatable: No
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KIN 295 Anatomical Kinesiology (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): KIN 260 . Taught: Spring only This course is a directed study of human anatomy with its adaptations to biomechanical principles. In-depth study of the skeletal and articulation system and the muscular and nervous systems along with other key anatomical structures and functions. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 313 Computer Applications for Health and Kinesiology (2 credits) Hours: 2 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): KIN 200 Taught: Fall only The study and applications of technology and software that are used in the health/ wellness promotion, fitness, physical education, and exercise science professions. Repeatable: No
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KIN 320 Motor Learning and Performance (3 credits) Hours: 2 classroom + 2 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): KIN 125 and BIO 208 . Taught: Fall and spring This course is designed to examine the principles of motor learning by examining the physiological, psychological, and neuromotor factors that affect the acquisition and performance of motor skills. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 330 Motor Development (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 1 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): Junior standing. Taught: Fall and spring Motor development from birth through maturity; factors influencing the development and performance of motor skills; application of assessment and intervention strategies to improve motor performance for preschoolers through the elderly. Includes 5-7 hours of an on-campus intervention clinical experience with preschool children. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 340 Exercise Physiology (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 1 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): BIO 208 . Co-requisite(s): KIN 340L . Taught: Fall and spring Response of the body to muscular activity; structure and function of skeletal muscles; energy sources and oxygen requirements for muscular activity. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 340L Exercise Physiology Lab (1 credit) Hours: 0 classroom + 2 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): BIO 208 . Co-requisite(s): KIN 340 . Taught: Fall and spring KIN 340L is designed to provide hands on laboratory experience for KIN 340 lecture. Common laboratory procedures covered in this course are: VO2max, Wingate anaerobic testing, blood lactate testing, blood hematocrit, body composition, ECG, and EMG. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 342 Introduction to Health Appraisal and Fitness Assessment (2 credits) Hours: 1 classroom + 2 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): KIN 200 and KIN 205 . Taught: Variable, check with department The purpose of this course is to teach the students the theory and practice for developing skills in assessing health-related physical fitness and provide guidelines for standard step-by-step assessment procedures. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 345 Physical Activity and Aging (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): KIN 340 or permission of instructor. Taught: Variable, check with department The purpose of this course is to examine the physical dimensions of older adults. This will include basic Concepts of the aging adult; energy work and efficiency; motor control, coordination and skill; physical-psychosocial relationships; and, physical performance and achievement. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 349 Exercise Prescription (3 credits) Hours: 2 classroom + 2 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): KIN 340 . Taught: Spring only Principles and applications for prescribing exercise and physical activities for a variety of populations to improve health-related physical fitness and/or athletic performance. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 350 Psychology of Physical Activity (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): KIN 200 , PSY 100 . Taught: Spring only This course focuses on the evidence-based literature which describes populations that are and are not physically active; research based theories that explain reasons that people are and are not physically active; successful motivational strategies; and the evaluation and applications of interventions designed to change inactive behavior or to sustain physically active behavior. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 360 Statistics and Measurement in Kinesiology (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): MAT 099 or acceptable placement score. Taught: Fall and spring Designed to provide knowledge and practical experience in the study of statistical techniques, motor ability tests, motor fitness tests, physical fitness tests, and skill tests applicable to physical education. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 365 Exercise Prescription and Programming for Special Populations (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): KIN 349 . Taught: Fall only This course examines basic epidemiology, ecology and pathophysiology of common disease states, and provides recommendations for exercise and concerns for diseased and other special populations requiring alterations to exercise prescription for normal populations. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 370 Biomechanics (3 credits) Hours: 2 classroom + 2 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): BIO 208 . Taught: Fall and spring Mechanics of human motion with respect to performance in sport activities and movement analysis. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 380 Clinical Exercise Physiology (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): KIN 340 . Taught: Spring only This course is designed to prepare the Exercise Science major to work within a human performance clinical setting. This course will cover the basic epidemiology and pathophysiology of common disease states, recommendations for exercise and concerns for rehabilitation and secondary prevention. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 385 Sociological and Psychological Dimensions of Sport and Physical Activity (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): KIN 125 . Taught: Spring only Introduction of social psychological theory and principles applied to sports; analysis of sport from a sociological perspective through study of values, norms, and behavior of sport in American society. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 450 Organization and Administration of Kinesiology and Athletics (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): KIN 125 or permission of instructor. Taught: Fall only Theory, policies, and procedures for administering physical education, recreation, and athletic programs in the school and community; program development, budgeting, equipment, facilities, personnel. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 481 Nutrition for Sport and Exercise (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): KIN 340 . Taught: Fall and spring This course is designed to provide an overview of basic nutritional concepts for sports and exercise. Topics covered in this class include nutrient requirements for sport performance, exercise and weight management. The use and physiological effects of ergogenic aids will also be covered in this course. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 483 Advanced Strength and Conditioning (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): KIN 260 , KIN 340 , KIN 370 , senior standing or permission from instructor. Taught: Fall and spring This course is designed to provide advanced knowledge and application in the field of strength and conditioning. The material presented will prepare the student for the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification. Topics to be covered include basic science, advanced exercise prescription, advanced strength and conditioning programming, and will require the student to be proficient in various exercise techniques. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 492 Practicum in Exercise Science (3 credits) Hours: 0 classroom + 6 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): KIN 349 . Taught: Fall and spring Application of theory to practice by assisting in various activities associated with the field of exercise science (i.e., fitness instruction, weight management, strength and conditioning, sports medicine, wellness, nutrition, etc.) Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 494 Topics: Kinesiology (1-6 credits) Hours: 1-6 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): Varies with topic (see Schedule of Classes). Taught: Variable, check with department Various advanced topics in kinesiology. Repeatable: Yes If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 15
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KIN 496 Internship in Exercise Science (9 credits) Hours: 0 classroom + 9 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, departmental consent, KIN 492 , appropriate GPA. Taught: Fall and spring One of two possible culminating activities for students completing the BS in exercise science. Students spend the equivalent of full-time employment in an appropriate agency for one full semester (at least 500 hours). Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 497 Exercise Science Senior Synthesis (3 credits) Hours: 0 classroom + 6 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): Department approval, KIN 360 and KIN 498 . Taught: Variable, check with department This course is designed to prepare Exercise Science majors for employment in a human performance research setting, and/or entering a graduate program in an exercise science domain. Emphasis will be placed on experience in conducting human performance research, and scientifically communicating the results of the research in the form of a manuscript ready for peer review. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 498 Research, Trends, and Issues in Exercise Science (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): KIN 340 , KIN 360 and KIN 370 or permission of instructor. Taught: Fall only This course will focus on an introduction to the various techniques of research in exercise science. The course will expose the student to the basic concepts of exercise science research via the production of a research paper and other assigned tasks. Emphasis will be placed on the skills necessary to allow the student to become an improved consumer of research in the field of exercise science. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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KIN 499 Independent Study in Exercise Science (1-6 credits) Hours: 1-6 classroom + 0 lab studio Prerequisite(s): Consent of Department. Taught: Variable, check with department Directed readings, independent research, or other areas of specific or individual academic interest. Not intended to substitute for any course offered on a regular basis. Written agreement between faculty and student must be submitted to department chair within first two weeks of semester; elements of agreement to include purpose, objective, instructional activities, time frame, and evaluation procedure. Repeatable: Yes If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 12
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Korean |
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KOR 101 Elementary Korean I - AH (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Variable, check with department Fundamentals; introduction to Korean culture; basic skills in pronunciation, conversation, reading, and writing. Repeatable: No General Education Credit: Culture and Creativity
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KOR 102 Elementary Korean II (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): KOR 101 or equivalent. Taught: Variable, check with department Continuation of KOR 101 additional practice in pronunciation, conversation, reading and writing. Repeatable: No ♦ |
Latin |
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LAT 101 Elementary Latin I (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Fall only Fundamentals; introduction to Latin language and Roman culture; study of literary, legal, and scientific terminology rooted in Latin; development of skills in grammar, pronunciation, reading, writing, and simple conversation in classical Latin. Repeatable: No
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LAT 102 Elementary Latin II (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): LAT 101 or equivalent. Taught: Spring only Continuation of LAT 101 . Repeatable: No ♦ |
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LAT 201 Intermediate Latin I (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): LAT 102 or equivalent. Taught: Variable, check with department Review of grammar and vocabulary in LAT 101 -LAT 102 ; introduction of advanced constructions in context of readings and cultural study. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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LAT 202 Intermediate Latin II (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): LAT 201 or equivalent. Taught: Variable, check with department Continuation of LAT 201 ; practice with advanced grammatical constructions and translation of literary selections. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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LAP 201 Tutoring in Learning Assistance Center (1 credit) Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Fall and spring Topics in peer tutoring and mentoring, with an emphasis on the university environment. Topics vary. Designed for students interested in peer tutoring and mentoring at NKU, as well as prospective teachers. Recommended for students who work as tutors in Learning Assistance Programs. Repeatable: Yes If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 3
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LIN 175 Information Literacy - SB (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Fall, spring, and summer A foundational course that introduces students to the cross-disciplinary skills needed to assess information needs, and access and evaluate information sources. Repeatable: No General Education Credit: Individual and Society
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LIN 300 Information in Our Society (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Fall only Students will learn about the impact of culture and other social differences on individual use of information and the theories of learning and information use. Our information society will be examined and how information is created, recorded, mass produced, disseminated, and used by individuals and groups. Repeatable: No
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LIN 301 Introduction to Meta Information System (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): INF 282 . Taught: Spring only Students will examine and become familiar with content identification systems used to manage large information databases. Classic as well as innovative systems will be studied. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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LIN 302 Digital Searching Interfaces (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Spring only Students will study all aspects of digital searching interfaces as they relate to information management and user needs. Special emphasis will be placed on library searching techniques. Repeatable: No
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LIN 303 Critical Reading (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Fall only This course will teach the importance of critical reading in assessing information and its sources. Topics such as the authority, motivation and intent of the author will be examined. Repeatable: No
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LIN 305 Government Information (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Variable, check with department An in-depth study of publications produced by the United States Government. Students will learn to search and navigate government websites. Repeatable: No
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LIN 394 Topics (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Variable, check with department Special study of one aspect of information use and management. The course topics offered will vary based upon emerging developments in the field or the availability of an authority to offer a specialized educational opportunity to Library Informatics students. Repeatable: No
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LIN 400 Current Trends in Information Studies (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Taught: Fall only Students will engage in an investigation of recent developments and trends within information organizations as well as societal issues affecting information systems and services. Repeatable: No
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LIN 405 Intellectual Property and Information Rights (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or permission from instructor. Taught: Variable, check with department Explores intellectual property and information rights issues facing today’s libraries and archives. Patents, trademarks, and copyrights are discussed in relation to intellectual property creators and consumers; Fair Use and the First Amendment are tied to Information Access. Copyright matters in Interlibrary Loan, Document Delivery, Electronic Reserves, and Classroom Instruction are examined. Basic legal and ethical issues include freedom of information, internet regulations, privacy, cybercrime, security, etc. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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LIN 414 Advanced Information Literacy Skills (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio Prerequisite(s): IMD 114. Taught: Spring only This course examines higher level information literacy skills and their application. Students learn how to access and assess information that is presented in a variety of formats. Repeatable: No ♦ |
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