UNDERGRAD UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2014-2015 siue.edu U A TE CATALOG 2014 2015 Contents Chancellor’s Welcome .................................................... 3 College and Schools of the University Visits and Information ..................................................... 4 College of Arts and Sciences ....................................69 Academic Calendar ........................................................ 4 School of Business ..................................................181 SIUE Overview ............................................................... 5 School of Education ...............................................205 Mission, Vision, Values, Diversity, Goals .....................6-7 School of Engineering ........................................... 231 Admission to the University ............................................ 8 School of Nursing ...................................................253 Academic Policies and Requirements ........................... 17 School of Pharmacy ...............................................265 Financial and Scholarship Information ..........................25 School of Dental Medicine..................................... 273 Advanced Studies ..........................................................36 Graduate School ....................................................279 Study Abroad .................................................................37 Non-Traditional Credit Programs and Services ........... 283 Instructional Services .................................................... 38 Environmental Resources Training Center ..................284 Student Development and University Activities ............39 Non-Credit Programs and Services ............................. 286 Services for Students ..................................................... 45 Community Services ................................................... 287 Degrees and Programs ...................................................57 East St. Louis Center ................................................... 287 Minor Programs of Study .............................................. 58 University Policies ...................................................... 288 General Education ......................................................... 59 University Facilities .................................................... 292 Illinois Articulation Initiative ........................................ 66 Offi cers and Faculty Emeriti ........................................297 Assessment and the Senior Assignment .........................66 Course Descriptions .................................................... 307 Index ........................................................................... 385 Offi ce Directory .......................siue.edu (click A-Z Index) Campus Maps ............siue.edu (click Maps & Directions) Accreditation Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is accredited Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Educational Programs Many of its departments and schools are accredited by Council on Social Work Education professional agencies, including the following: National Association of Schools of Music National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology Administration Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education National Association of Schools of Theater Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education Mass Communications American Council for Construction Education In addition, the American Art Therapy Association, American Dental Association Commission on American Chemical Society, and National Association Dental Accreditation of School Psychologists have formally reviewed and American Speech-Language-Hearing Association approved SIUE’s programs as meeting their standards. Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business — International Disclaimer This catalog represents all courses and requirements in This catalog is not a contract, nor does it provide any effect at the time of its publication. Subsequent to its contractual rights to the courses or benefi ts stated publication, the University may fi nd it necessary to make herein. If you have a question about a course and/or changes to courses, curriculum, tuition, fees or other requirement within this catalog, please contact the Offi ce details herein. The Board of Trustees of Southern Illinois of the Registrar and/or the Offi ce of Admissions of the University, its respective offi cers and agents reserve the University to obtain current information about courses right to modify, add or delete courses, information and/or of interest. requirements contained herein without prior notice. 2 Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Welcome to the University On behalf of the faculty and staff of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, welcome and congratulations on having made a great choice for your college experience. Listed for the tenth consecutive year among the best Regional Universities Midwest by U.S. News & World Report, and at eighth among the top 10 public universities in that category, SIUE has so much to offer — from quality faculty and academic programs to a wide variety of extracurricular activities and special events. Also, for the fourth straight year, the University is listed on the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for giving back to the Southern Illinois region and the greater community. At SIUE, you will receive an excellent education in your chosen field. A significant number of our programs are accredited by their national divisions, and all are founded on the University’s Mission, Vision, Values and Diversity Statement, as well as its long-term goals. These documents may be found in the following pages and are worthy of your review because they serve as the governing principles of SIUE. In addition to your focusing on academic studies, be sure to take advantage of the many opportunities available to you as extracurricular activities. With more than 250 student organizations from which to choose, you can participate in intellectual, artistic, leadership, athletic or social activities — or any combination of these — and create for yourself a unique and rewarding university experience. Also, SIUE is a member of NCAA Division I sports, eligible for post-season play and highly competitive and exciting contests. These activities are all a significant part of your education and an excellent way to build character, friendships, interests and great memories. Our faculty and staff are here to help you make the most of your time at SIUE. Don’t hesitate to ask for what you need, and be sure to take full advantage of the activities, both academic and extracurricular, that will assist in your growth. I wish you all the best for a very successful SIUE experience. Tomorrow depends on what you learn today! Go Cougars! Julie Furst-Bowe, Ed.D. Chancellor 2014–2015 Undergraduate Catalog 3 Visits and Information Phone: 1-800-447-SIUE or 618-650-3705 Website: siue.edu Email: [email protected] Schedule a Campus Visit Catalogs and Class Schedules Guided walking tours of the campus are offered SIUE publishes annual undergraduate and graduate Monday through Friday at 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and catalogs and fall, spring and summer class schedules. 1:30 p.m. Tours also are offered on select Saturdays. The undergraduate catalog provides information about All tours are directed by undergraduate STARs academic programs; class schedules provide information (STudents Assisting in Recruiting). For a complete about courses offered each term. schedule of available dates and to schedule an Course catalogs and class schedules are available online appointment, go to our website: siue.edu/visit, or call at siue.edu/registrar. (800) 447-SIUE or (618) 650-3705. The Office of Admissions is on the second floor of Rendleman Hall, Room 2120. Academic Calendar — 2014–2015 Fall 2014 Summer 2015 August 18 — Fall classes begin May 11 — May Term begins August 23 — Weekend classes begin May 25 — Memorial Day Holiday September 1 — Labor Day Holiday May 29 — May Term ends November 24–30 — Thanksgiving Break Holiday June 1 — Summer Term begins December 8–12 — Final exams June 6 — Weekend classes begin December 13 — Commencement July 3 — Independence Day Holiday August 8 — Summer Term ends Note: No weekend classes August 30–31 and November 29–30. Final exams for weekend classes are December 6 following the Note: No weekend classes July 4–5. last class session. Fall 2015 Spring 2015 August 24 — Fall classes begin January 12 — Spring classes begin August 29 — Weekend classes begin January 17 — Weekend classes begin September 7 — Labor Day Holiday January 19 — Martin Luther King, Jr., Holiday November 23-29 — Thanksgiving Break Holiday March 9–15 — Break Week December 14-18 — Final Exams May 4–8 — Final Exams December 19 — Commencement May 8–9 — Commencement Note: No weekend classes September 5–6 and November 28-29. Note: No weekend classes March 14–15 and April 4–5. Final exams Final exams for weekend classes are December 12 following for weekend classes are May 2 following the last class session. the last class session. 4 Southern Illinois University Edwardsville SIUE Overview than classroom learning. Campus activities present students with an ever-changing spectrum of cultural, social,