University Catalogue: 2008-09

Human Sciences Departments

Specific Degree Requirements

Specific requirements for some human science degrees are published in conjunction with the Catalogue description of the major leading to the degree, with specific General Education courses required in several categories.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN THE COLLEGE OF
EDUCATION AND HUMAN SCIENCES

Candidates for the degree of Bachelor of Science from a human sciences department must meet all general graduation requirements of the University (see University Graduation Requirements) and all department requirements for major/minor emphases and GPAs.

In addition, candidates for the B.S. degree must meet the following requirements which are specific to the degree.

1. Mathematics. Demonstrate competency at the level of Math 104 or higher. This requirement may be met in one of three ways:

a. Achieve a score on the mathematics placement test that qualifies the student to enter Math 112 as determined by the Department of Mathematics.

or b. Earn a grade of at least C (not C-) or above, or a mark of S in Math 104 or higher.

or c. Achieve a satisfactory score on the Math 109 Competency Test. This test may be attempted no more than two times and must be passed prior to attaining junior standing. (Exception: Upper division transfer students must pass the test before completing their first semester at UW-Eau Claire.)

2. General Education Requirements. Fulfill the University requirements for General Education by earning at least 39 credits in courses designated as applicable to General Education distributed as follows:

I. Communications. A minimum of three credits from Subcategory A and three credits from Subcategory B:

Subcategory A: Communication/Journalism; English (language and composition courses excluding Engl 110 and 112); Foreign Languages (language and composition courses); Interdisciplinary Studies-Communications (including Wmns 431).

Subcategory B: Computer Science; Mathematics (Math 104 or above); Philosophy (only logic courses); Interdisciplinary Studies-Communications.

II. Natural Sciences. Nine to 12 semester credits (including one laboratory course) of coursework from at least two of the six Subcategories: A. Biology; B. Chemistry; C. Geography (physical); D. Geology; E. Physics; F. Interdisciplinary Studies-Natural Sciences (including Materials Science; Wmns 432).

NOTE: A listing of those courses that fulfill this laboratory course requirement is provided under General Information.

III. Social Sciences. Nine to 12 semester credits from at least two of the seven Subcategories: A. Anthropology; B. Economics; C. Geography (cultural); D. Political Science; E. Psychology; F. Sociology; G. Interdisciplinary Studies-Social Sciences (including AIS 101; Criminal Justice; LAS 150; Wmns 310, 433, 440).

IV. Humanities. Nine to 12 semester credits, including one course from two of the five Subcategories: A. Fine Arts-Art, Art History, Dance, Music, Music Therapy (including Mutx 116 and 218), Theatre Arts; B. Philosophy (excluding logic courses); Religious Studies; C. History; D. English (literature courses); Foreign Languages (literature and civilization courses); E. Interdisciplinary Studies-Humanities (including Humanities, Interdisciplinary Studies, International Studies, Latin American Studies, Women's Studies).

V. University-Wide General Education. Up to six credits. Includes courses that cross General Education categories I-IV as well as selected courses from the Colleges of Business, Education and Human Sciences, and Nursing and Health Sciences.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Placement Tests. The mathematics/foreign language placement tests are given during the orientation periods for new freshmen and transfers. Further information about the foreign language or the mathematics tests is available from the chair of the appropriate department.

Laboratory Science Courses. The following have been designated as fulfilling the requirements for laboratory science courses in the human sciences departments:

Biol 100, 110, 111, 151, 181, 195, 214, 320, 356, 392; Chem 100, 103, 104, 115, 325; Geog 104; Geol 106, 110, 115, 131; Phys 100, 211, 212, 226, 229, 231, 232.

Degree Requirements

University Graduation Requirements. All candidates for degrees must fulfill the requirements for credits, curriculum, GPA, and University residency as specified in the section of this Catalogue titled University Graduation Requirements.

Human Sciences Graduation Requirements: Grade Point Averages. All degree candidates must earn minimum resident and total GPAs of 2.00 or higher in both the major and the minor. The resident and total GPAs for the major are computed using all attempted credits applicable to the major including those offered by departments other than the major department. The resident and total GPAs for the minor are computed similarly.

Human Sciences Graduation Requirements: Cultural Diversity. The University Cultural Diversity Requirement must be satisfied by all students receiving degrees in the human sciences departments. To meet the cultural diversity requirement, students must take a minimum of three credits of approved coursework. Courses which fulfill the requirement are listed in this Catalogue (see Cultural Diversity Courses). Several degree programs in the human sciences departments require courses that will fulfill or partially fulfill this requirement. This information can be found in this Catalogue describing the degree requirements for each program. Students should consult their advisers for details.

Human Sciences Graduation Requirements: Foreign Language/Foreign Culture. The University Foreign Language/Foreign Culture Requirement must be satisfied by all students receiving degrees in the human sciences departments. Consult this Catalogue (Foreign Language/Foreign Culture Requirement) for details of the requirement.

Major-Minor Requirements. A standard major (a minimum of 36 credits) must be supplemented by a minor (a minimum of 24 credits). No minor is required with a Comprehensive Major (at least 59 credits) or with two majors of 36 or more credits each. Any combination of standard major and minor, or two majors must contain 60 unique credits. A comprehensive major does not necessitate a minor.

Planning a Degree Program

Declaring a Major/Minor Program

To officially declare or change to a new major or minor, a student must go to the office of the department of the intended major or minor. Specific instructions can be found at www.uwec.edu/Registrar/chgofmajor.

All students are encouraged to obtain a new degree audit during this process. A new adviser will be assigned in the department of the new major or minor.

Special Curricular Offerings

Special Topics Courses

The Departments of Kinesiology and Social Work offer courses in which the topic for study may vary from semester to semester, often focusing on a contemporary issue or taking an innovative approach to a traditional subject. Students and faculty members are invited to recommend topics to the department. Final approval of each semester's offerings rests with the Academic Curriculum Committee of the College of Education and Human Sciences. Topics are announced in the Class Schedule for the semester.

Restrictions: A total of no more than nine credits in Special Topics courses may be applied toward graduation. Special Topics courses may not be applied toward completion of the General Education requirements. The Department of Social Work may further restrict the application of such credits to their majors.

Directed Study Courses

Courses numbered 395 or 495, offered by several departments under various titles, are designed to permit individual students or groups of students to undertake special projects related to their educational interests and goals.

Eligibility: Registration for a Directed Study course requires the permission of the faculty member who agrees to supervise the project and of the department offering the course. Any further conditions of eligibility are established by the department and published as part of the course description.

Restrictions: A total of no more than six credits of Directed Study courses may be counted toward graduation. Directed Study courses may not be applied toward completion of the General Education requirements. Departments also may restrict the application of such credits to their majors and minors.

Procedures: Permits to register may be obtained from department offices. When registration has been completed, the department will file a copy of each project with the Associate Dean of the College, Brewer 153.

Independent Studies

Under the course numbers 399 and 499, each department in the human sciences departments provides advanced students with opportunities for independent study in fields where they have already demonstrated their competence.

Eligibility: Independent Study courses are open only to juniors and seniors. A student with a departmental major and/or minor may elect an Independent Study in the department of the major or of the minor, provided the student has at least 3.00 resident and total GPAs in that department. A student with a multidisciplinary major may elect an Independent Study in any department which has courses required in the major, provided the student has at least 3.00 resident and total GPAs in the major and has earned a minimum of six credits with resident and total GPAs of at least 3.00 in the department in which the Independent Study is elected.

Restrictions: Only three credits of Independent Study (399 or 499) may be elected during any semester. A total of no more than six independent study credits may be counted toward graduation. Independent Study courses may not be applied toward completion of the General Education requirements.

Procedures: The student shall outline an independent study proposal to a professor willing to direct the study. A permit approved by the professor directing the study and the department chair is required in order to register for a 399 or 499 course. A course description form is to be filed by the end of the fourth week of the semester (second week of summer session). Forms are available from the College of Education and Human Sciences office, Brewer 153.

Internships and Field Practicum Courses

Some type of internship or clinical experience is an integral part of programs in Athletic Training, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Kinesiology: Human Performance, and Social Work.

Departmental Honors Programs

The Department of Social Work has established a Departmental Honors Program for its major. See the departmental listings for requirements.

MINOR: TOPICAL MINOR (Code 610-453)

A Topical Minor is composed of 24 semester credits selected by the student to meet the student's own interests and scholarly objectives. Courses for the minor may be chosen on the basis of a coherent theme, an historical period, a definable professional need, or complementary relation to the student's major.

The Topical Minor is not intended to be used to duplicate any major or minor offered as a regular program within the UW System.

The Topical Minor must include courses from at least two departments, with no more than 15 credits from any one department and no more than six credits from the department of the student's major. Courses included in the major cannot be applied to the minor. At least 12 of the 24 credits must be earned in courses numbered 300 or higher, and at least 12 of the 24 credits must be earned in College of Education and Human Sciences courses. The remaining credits can be earned from any College within the University.

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