i TEXAS A&M INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY 2010 - 2011 CATALOG A Member of The Texas A&M University System The provisions of this catalog do not constitute a contract, express or implied, between any applicant, student, faculty or staff member of Texas A&M International University or The Texas A&M University System. This catalog is for informational purposes only. The University reserves the right to change or alter any statement herein without prior notice. This catalog should not be interpreted to allow a student that begins his or her education under the catalog to continue the program under the provisions in the catalog. More current information may be found online at http://www.tamiu.edu/catalog/current/ www.tamiu.edu 5201 University Boulevard, Laredo, Texas 78041-1900 Phone (956) 326-2001 ii TEXAS A&M INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY INFORMATION The Office of Recruitment and School Relations oversees student recruitment. To obtain application forms and/or informa- tion on degrees and student life at Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), call or write: Office of Recruitment and School Relations Texas A&M International University 5201 University Boulevard Laredo, Texas 78041-1900, USA (956) 326-2270 Fax: (956) 326-2269 Toll Free: 1-888-4TX-AMIU (489-2648) e-mail: [email protected] Web page: http://www.tamiu.edu/apply Submit all documents required for application to TAMIU to: Office of Admissions Texas A&M International University 5201 University Boulevard Laredo, Texas 78041-1900, USA ACCREDITATION AND MEMBERSHIP IN EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATIONS Texas A&M International University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097; Telephone number (404) 679-4501) to award bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees. The undergraduate and graduate programs in the College of Business Administration are accredited by AACSB Interna- tional - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. The Texas A&M International University Dr. F. M. Canseco School of Nursing in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences is accredited by the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners and the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commis- sion, 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 500, Atlanta, GA 30326, P. 404.975.5000, F. 404.975.5020, www.nlnac.org. Texas A&M International University is also accredited by the Texas Education Agency. Texas A&M International University is a member of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, and the American Council on Education. iii Querido viajero, dear traveler, In his most celebrated poem, Amado Nervo discovers life’s fundamental truth: we build the life we lead. “Porque veo al final de mi rudo camino/ que yo fui el arquitecto de mi propio destino.” At the end of my own rough road I see/that I was the architect of my own destiny. Texas A&M International University exists to join with you, to find your road and to construct your destiny. A gifted faculty, a dedicated staff, and inspirational facilities will fuel your self-discovery here, chal- lenging you to greatness. Perhaps you will find your muse in the study of literature or criminal justice; perhaps you will express yourself best in painting or the arts; perhaps you will be consumed by an appreciation of mathematics or delve deep into the intricacies of the global economy. You might wish to pursue doctoral studies in Education, Hispanic Studies, or International Business. Perhaps you will develop the power to comfort others in need. Whatever your passion, wherever your road, you will find it here. At Texas A&M International University, we bring you a rich tradition of educational excellence now in its thirty-fifth year. As the campus has grown, so have opportunities for you to augment classroom experience with a broad array of student clubs, internships, activities, and opportunities for study abroad. While detours may on occasion impede your progress, know that our expanded student support services will return you to your chosen path. Begin your new life here. Let us enable you to discover who you might be, support you as you construct that identity, and celebrate with you as you become that new being. You are the architect; let us help you design and build your future. I hope our paths will cross soon. Bienvenido, bienvenida, y que sus sueños se vuelvan realidad. Sincerely, Ray M. Keck, III, Ph.D. President iv TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM • Texas A&M University • Texas A&M International University • Texas A&M University - Central Texas • Texas A&M University - Commerce • Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi • Texas A&M University - Kingsville • Texas A&M University - San Antonio • Texas A&M University -Texarkana • Texas A&M Health Science Center • Prairie View A&M University • Tarleton State University • West Texas A&M University TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY BOARD OF REGENTS • Phil Adams • Dr. Richard A. Box • Lupe Fraga • Morris Edwin Foster, Chairman • Bill Jones • Jim Schwertner • Gene Stallings • Ida Clement Steen • James P. Wilson, Jr., Vice Chairman • Hunter Bollman, Student Regent *** Vicky Burt Spillers, Executive Secretary SYSTEM ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS • Michael D. McKinney, Chancellor • Jay T. Kimbrough, Deputy Chancellor and General Counsel • Frank B. Ashley III, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs • Stanton C. Calvert, Vice Chancellor for Governmental Affairs TEXAS A&M INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY EXECUTIVE OFFICERS • Ray M. Keck, III, Ph.D., President • Pablo Arenaz, Ph.D., Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs • Juan J. Castillo, Jr., M.B.A., Vice-President for Finance and Administration • Candy Hein, M.S., Vice-President for Institutional Advancement • Minita Ramirez, Vice-President for Student Success v Table of Contents GENERAL INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................. 1-3 STUDENT SERVICES ........................................................................................................................................4-47 ACADEMIC REGULATIONS Undergraduate........................................................................................................................................... 48-57 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES College of Arts and Sciences .................................................................................................................. 58-119 A. R. Sanchez, Jr. School of Business ................................................................................................... 120-133 College of Education ............................................................................................................................. 134-151 College of Nursing and Health Sciences ............................................................................................... 152-160 ACADEMIC REGULATIONS Graduate ................................................................................................................................................ 161-169 GRADUATE DEGREES College of Arts & Sciences ................................................................................................................... 170-187 A. R. Sanchez, Jr. School of Business .................................................................................................. 188-200 College of Education ............................................................................................................................. 201-217 College of Nursing and Health Sciences ............................................................................................... 218-220 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS General University ................................................................................................................................. 221-222 College of Arts and Sciences ............................................................................................................... 223-309 Sanchez School of Business ................................................................................................................. 310-327 College of Education ............................................................................................................................. 328-353 College of Nursing and Health Sciences ............................................................................................... 354-358 FACULTY College of Arts and Sciences ................................................................................................................ 359-365 Sanchez School of Business ................................................................................................................. 365-367 College of Education ............................................................................................................................. 367-369 College of Nursing and Health Sciences ...................................................................................................... 367 University College ........................................................................................................................................ 370 Librarians Holding Faculty Status................................................................................................................ 370 APPENDIX A Core Curriculum and Optional Course Information . ............................................................. 371-374