University of Michigan-Flint Riverfront Campus 2001-2003 Catalog
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Final Career Guidance Foundation and the appropri- decisions should be based and confirmed on ate school. data received directly from each school. 2 The Mission of the University of Michigan-Flint The University of Michigan-Flint, one of three campuses of the University of Michigan, serves the citizens of the city of Flint and the surrounding region. We are committed to the highest standards of teaching, learning, scholarship, and creative endeavors. Our urban location affords us an opportunity to provide a University of Michigan education to students with varied life experiences. The community is invested in our University, and together we work to enhance the cultural, economic, intellectual, and social vitality of the city and region. Rooted in the historic tradition of excellence of the University of Michigan, we offer bachelor’s and graduate degree programs in the liberal arts and sciences and in a number of pre-professional and professional fields. The mission of the University of Michigan-Flint is to be the leading university in our region by: • Educating all students in an environment that emphasizes literacy, critical thinking, and humanistic and scientific inquiry, while guiding their development into thoughtful and productive citizens and leaders. • Facilitating student participation in the learning process and promoting individual attention to students through small class size and an involved faculty and staff. • Assuring that faculty and staff give all those in our diverse student population the necessary guidance, support, and encouragement to achieve their academic goals. • Enabling faculty to achieve high quality scholarship in areas of basic and applied research and creative activity. • Promoting respect and understanding of human and cultural diversity. • Collaborating with local and regional educational institutions and other public and private organizations to provide access to academic programs; advance economic, cultural, and artistic interests; and enhance health and education in our region. CONTENTS General Information How to Use the Catalog; Calendar; Introduction to the University; Admission; 7 Tuition and Fees; Financial Aid, Extended Hours Academic Policies of the University Academic Regulations; Student Rights and Responsibilities 37 Resources for the University Community Academic Resources; Student Life and Services; Additional Resources 49 Programs of Study Guide to Programs and Degrees; Undergraduate Study; Extension and Continuing Education 64 General Education Program General Education Worksheet and Requirements 73 College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Programs and Courses 79 School of Education and Human Services Undergraduate Programs and Courses 235 School of Health Professions and Studies Undergraduate Programs and Courses 251 School of Management Undergraduate Programs and Courses 273 Graduate Programs and Courses 287 Campus-Wide Programs University Honors Program; International & Global Studies 341 Directory Personnel Listings; Index; Maps; Contact Information 349 The Catalog constitutes the official document of the University, although the information therein is subject to change at any time by official action of the University of Michigan-Flint. A printed version of this Catalog is published biannually and an updated version is made available on the web. Program and degree requirements take effect at the beginning of the Fall semester following approval unless altered through official action of the University of Michigan- Flint; these requirements will appear on the Catalog web page in years that a printed version of the Catalog is not produced. Corrections to the printed version will appear on the web, and changes not affecting graduation requirements may appear on the web at any time following approval. Regents of the University David A. Brandon, Ann Arbor Laurence B. Deitch, Bloomfield Hills Daniel D. Horning, Grand Haven Olivia P. Maynard, Goodrich Rebecca McGowan, Ann Arbor Andrea Fischer Newman, Ann Arbor S. Martin Taylor, Grosse Pointe Farms Katherine E. White, Ann Arbor Lee C. Bollinger, ex officio Policy Against Discrimination The University of Michigan-Flint, as an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, complies with applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The University of Michigan is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or Vietnam-era veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. Inquiries or complaints may be addressed to the Equity and Diversity Services Director, The University of Michigan-Flint, Flint, Michigan 48502-1950; (810) 762-3169. Interim Director: Tendaji W. Ganges Administrative Assistant: Barbara L. Bassett Publication Information The University of Michigan-Flint Catalog is issued biannually. Third class postage paid at Flint, Michigan. Catalog Coordinator, Krista Heiser Faculty Editor, Dr. Kristina Hansen Photography, Julie Boze Cover Design and Layout, Michael Ashby University Relations 5 GENERAL INFORMATION 7 GENERAL University Honors Program and Courses INFORMATION Directory Personnel listings; the index; maps of the campus; offices to contact for further information. How to Use the Catalog How to Read a Course Description Where to Find Information Course Offerings The Catalog includes information for each academic department or This Catalog is divided into twelve sections: program, followed by a list of course offerings. Brackets [ ] enclosing a course entry, with the description omitted, indicate a low General Information probability that this course will be offered. A schedule of courses to Material on how to use the Catalog; the academic calendar; an be offered in each semester or term is published prior to the introduction to the University including objectives, programs, and a registration period for that semester or term. history; admission and orientation procedures, tuition and fees, Courses are offered during an academic year composed of 14- residence regulations, financial aid, and extended hours. week fall and winter semesters and 7-week spring and summer terms. Some courses meet for more than seven weeks during the spring and Academic Policies of the University summer. Academic Regulations; Student Rights and Responsibilities. Course Numbers and Titles Resources for the University Community Course numbers and titles are printed in the Catalog in boldface Information about the Library, Advising, Adult Resource, Women's type. A number in parentheses following the course number and Writing Centers, Information Technology Services, Experiential indicates that the course had previously been listed by this number. Education, and WFUM; descriptions of social, recreational, and Courses numbered 100 to 299 are introductory and intermediate support services offered through the Student Development Center and courses; those numbered 300 to 499 are usually advanced the Office of Student Life. undergraduate courses. Courses numbered 500 and above are for graduate students and Programs of Study may not be elected by undergraduates except with approval from the A guide to programs and degrees listing all concentration majors and school or college. minors, and information on undergraduate study, and Extension and Continuing Education. Prerequisites and Requirements Some courses carry specific prerequisites printed in italics General Education Program immediately following the course number and title. General education program requirements and a planning worksheet. Credits College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Programs and Credit is indicated by an italic number in parentheses following