1998-1999 Undergraduate Catalogue

& 2?& W >>.ir„.n, n n n n Sf to ODODCDD • DO DOOODdD OQDOOQ • OOD DQDDDDD DODODDD ODD D 0D D Q DD f OJJ ••Du • 0 O 0 ooonooo M 00 A w F=? U an m e=) <? M (o. Catalogue 1998-99 The University of Vermont Burlington, Vermont 05405 The University of Vermont Equal Opportunity in Educational Programs and Activities Policy The University of Vermont and State Agricultural College is committed to a policy of equal educational opportu nity. The University therefore prohibits discrimination on the basis of unlawful criteria, such as race, color, reli gion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability, as those terms are defined under applicable law, in admitting students to its programs and facilities and in administering its admissions poli cies, educational policies, scholarships and loan programs, athletic and other institutionally administered pro grams or activities made available to students at the University. The University also prohibits unlawful harassment defined in 16 V.S.A. §11 (a) (26) as verbal or physical conduct based on a student's race, creed, color, national ori gin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability and which has the purpose or effect of substantially inter fering with a student's educational performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment. Questions regarding this policy statement or compliance with its provisions may be directed to Dean Batt, Vice President for Student Affairs, University of Vermont, 41-43 South Prospect Street, Burlington, VT 05405 (802-656- 3380) or Wanda Heading-Grant, Executive Director, Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity, Univer sity of Vermont, 428 Waterman Building, Burlington, VT 05405 (802-656-3368). Questions may also be directed to government agencies having oversight and enforcement authority with respect to the referenced laws. A complete listing of those agencies may be obtained from the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity. Sources: Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimina tion Act of 1975; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990; the Ver mont Public Accommodations Act; and such other federal, state and, local nondiscrimination laws as may apply. Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy The University of Vermont and State Agricultural College is committed to a policy of equal employment opportu nity and to a program of affirmative action in order to fulfill that policy. The University will accordingly recruit and hire into all positions the most qualified persons in light of job-related requirements, and applicants and employ ees shall be treated in employment matters without regard to unlawful criteria including race, color, religion, na tional origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-Era Veteran, as these terms are defined under applicable law. In addition, The University of Vermont recognizes that sexual harassment is a form of unlawful sex discrimination, and it is therefore the policy of the University that sexual harassment will not be tolerated. Questions regarding this policy statement or compliance with its provisions may be directed to Wanda Heading- Grant, Executive Director, Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity, University of Vermont, 428 Water man Building, Burlington, VT 05405 (802) 656-3368. Questions may also be directed to government agencies hav ing oversight and enforcement authority with respect to the referenced laws. A complete listing of such agencies may be obtained from die Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity. Sources: Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title IX of the Education Anendments of 1972; the Equal Pay Act of 1963; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; die Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 402 of the Vietnam-Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974; Ex ecutive Order 11246 as amended; the Vermont Fair Employment Practices Act; and such other federal, state, and local non-discrimination laws as may apply. Note: 'These Policy Statements are official University of Vermont Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Ac tion and Equal Opportunity in Educational Programs and Activities Policy Statements and supersede all prior policy statements regarding their subject matter. They may be modified only by written statement issued by the President as Chief Executive Officer of the University or formal action by the University of Vermont and State Ag ricultural College Board of Trustees. These Policy Statements are designed to express the University's intent and commitment to comply with the requirements of federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. They shall be applied co-extensively with such laws, and shall not be interpreted as creating any rights, contractual or otherwise, greater or lesser than exist under such nondiscrimination laws. Persons seeking to participate in educational and employment opportunities offered by the University must consult position and program descriptions to determine criteria for eligibility. All such criteria shall be established in a manner consistent with the legal requirements herein referenced. Students at The University of Vermont are responsible for knowing and complying with all requirements for their respective degrees as stated in the catalogue. The University of Vermont reserves the right to make changes in the course offerings, degree requirements, charges, and regulations, and procedures contained herein as educational and financial considerations require, subject to and consis tent with established procedures and authorizations for making such changes. Although its legal title is The University of Vermont and State Agricultural College, the University is known to its students and alumni as UVM. This popular abbreviation is derived from the Latin Universitos Viridis Montis, University of the Green Mountain. The colors of the University are green and gold. The mascot is the catamount. The Contents Academic Calendar 1 Introduction 3 Admission to the University 7 Student Expenses and Financial Aid 16 Academic Support and Resources 21 Campus Community Life 25 Academic and General Information 31 Academic Options 41 Family and Consumer Education Program Urban Forestry and Landscape Horticulture Reserve Officers' Training Corps Study Abroad The Living/Learning Center Continuing Education Student Exchange: New England State Universities Studying the Environment 46 The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences 49 The College of Arts and Sciences 61 The School of Business Administration 76 The College of Education and Social Services 79 The College of Engineering and Mathematics 91 The Division of Health Sciences 103 The School of Allied Health Sciences The School of Nursing The College of Medicine The School of Natural Resources 110 Courses of Instruction 115 Trustees, Administration 205 Faculty 207 Index 265 The Catalogue is produced annually by the Provost's Office and University Graphics & Printing. Wendy G. Smith, Editor; Silver Cloud Design, Cover Design; Nancy C. Hankey, Typography. Printing: Custom Printing Co., Owensville, MO. Photo credits: William DiLillo, John Earle, Sally McCay, Sandy Milens. o Printed on recycled paper. Correspondence Requests for a catalogue, an application form, or information concerning admis sions policies and procedures, room and board, and tuition may be addressed to: Director of Admissions The University of Vermont 194 South Prospect Street Burlington, Vermont 05401-3596 Other correspondence may be addressed as follows: Dean, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Dean, School of Allied Health Sciences Dean, College of Arts and Sciences Dean, School of Business Administration Dean, College of Education and Social Services Dean, College of Engineering and Mathematics Dean, Graduate College Dean, College of Medicine Dean, School of Natural Resources Dean, School of Nursing Director, Environmental Program Director, Continuing Education (includes Summer University, Evening University, Regional Centers in Montpelier, Rutland, and Bratdeboro, Distance Learning Network, Church Street Center, and Lane Series) The University of Vermont Burlington, Vermont 05405 Academic Calendar FALL 1998 Classes begin September 1 Tuesday Labor Day holiday September 7 Monday Fall recess October 9 Friday Thanksgiving recess November 25-27 Wednesday-Fric Classes end December 9 Wednesday Reading and exam period December 10-18 Reading days December 10, 12, 13, 16 Exam days December 11,14,15, 17, 18 SPRING 1999 Martin Luther King holiday January 18 Monday Classes begin January 20 Wednesday President's Day holiday February 15 Monday Town Meeting recess March 2 Tuesday Spring recess March 15-19 Monday-Friday Honors Day April 23 Friday Classes end May 5 Wednesday Reading and exam period May 6-14 Reading days May 6, 8, 9,12 Exam days May 7, 10, 11, 13, 14 Commencement May 23 Sunday Notes: Refer to the policy on Class Attendance (page 33) for information regarding observance of religious holidays and participation in intercollegiate athletics. The Schedule of classes offered through Continuing Education may differ from this Academic Calendar. Refer to Contining Education publications. A'V», am• jK mm is t&illill fe&r:,: Introduction THE UNIVERSITY MISSION The first building was subscribed

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