01-02 LS&A Bulletin

Courses in RC Core (Division 863)

RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar.: (Written and Verbal Expression); ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition).; An introductory course taken by all Residential College and Inteflex first-year students. Theme, readings, and methodology vary, but the common purpose of all Seminars is to introduce students to the intellectual life of the University and encourage them to become active and responsible in the learning process. Oral and written skills are stressed; students write frequent essays based on class readings and group discussions.
RCCORE 105. Logic and Language.: (Written and Verbal Expression); (4). (MSA).; An introduction to the analysis of logical structure of arguments, the logic of propositions, the logic of quantification, and probabilistic arguments. The nature of language and its logical problems are discussed as well as logical argument in various spheres of discourse. Arguments in various contexts are read, analyzed, and evaluated.
RCCORE 190. Intensive French I.: (Foreign Language); No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in French 100, 101, 102, or 103. (8). (LR).; A beginning intensive course which provides a basic but solid knowledge of grammatical structures and syntax, a functional vocabulary, familiarity with intonation and pronunciation, and practice in speaking and writing. Upon completion of this course simple written texts can be understood and elementary conversations can be held. Equivalent to French 101 and 102.
RCCORE 191. Intensive German I.: (Foreign Language); No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in German 100, 101, 102, or 103. (8). (LR).; A beginning intensive course which provides a basic but solid knowledge of grammatical structures and syntax, a functional vocabulary, familiarity with intonation and pronunciation, and practice in speaking and writing. Upon completion of this course simple written texts can be understood and elementary conversations can be held. Equivalent to German 101 and 102.
RCCORE 193 / Russian 103. Intensive First-Year Russian.: (Foreign Language); No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Russian 101, 102, 111, or 112. (8). (LR).; Equivalent of Russian 101 and 102 taught in one term. Designed for highly motivated students who wish to acquire rapid mastery of Russian. Emphasis is placed upon vocabulary building, speaking, and comprehension.
RCCORE 194. Intensive Spanish I.: (Foreign Language); No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Spanish 100, 101, 102, or 103. (8). (LR).; A beginning intensive course which provides a basic but solid knowledge of grammatical structures and syntax, a functional vocabulary, familiarity with intonation and pronunciation, and practice in speaking and writing. Upon completion of this course simple written texts can be understood and elementary conversations can be held. Equivalent to Spanish 101 and 102.
RCCORE 195 / Latin 195. Intensive Latin I.: (Foreign Language); (8). (Excl).; Students learn morphological, grammatical, and syntactic structures of Latin, and become acquainted with significant aspects of Roman culture. Skills are enhanced through writing, listening, and speaking.
RCCORE 205. Independent Study.: (Independent Study, Fieldwork, and Tutorials); Sophomore standing and permission of instructor. (1-8). (Excl). Offered mandatory credit/no credit. (INDEPENDENT). May be repeated for credit.; Students must submit a written proposal approved by a faculty sponsor outlining the proposed topic, the readings, and the final product of the project.
RCCORE 209. Study Off-Campus.: (Independent Study, Fieldwork, and Tutorials); Sophomore standing and permission of instructor. (Arr). (Excl). Offered mandatory credit/no credit. (EXPERIENTIAL).; Students must submit a written proposal approved by at least two faculty sponsors outlining the proposed project, the readings, and the final product.
RCCORE 290. Intensive French II.: (Foreign Language); Core 190. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in French 230, 231, or 232. (8). (LR).; The goal is to expand vocabulary and mastery of grammatical structures and syntax to the level of competency required to pass the Proficiency Exam. The Exam requires communication with some ease with a native speaker in speaking and in writing, and comprehension of the content of both a written and spoken text of a non-technical and non-literary nature. Equivalent to French 231 and 232.
RCCORE 291. Intensive German II.: (Foreign Language); Core 191. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in German 230, 231, or 232. (8). (LR).; The goal is to expand vocabulary and mastery of grammatical structures and syntax to the level of competency required to pass the Proficiency Exam. The Exam requires communication with some ease with a native speaker in speaking and in writing, and comprehension of the content of both a written and spoken text of a non-technical and non-literary nature. Equivalent to German 231 and 232.
RCCORE 293 / Russian 203. Intensive Second Year Russian.: (Foreign Language); Core 193 or Russian 102. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Russian 201 or 202. (8). (LR).; Equivalent of Russian 201 and 202 taught in one term. Special emphasis is placed on speaking, comprehension and vocabulary building. Recommended for students who intend to concentrate in Russian or REES.
RCCORE 294. Intensive Spanish II.: (Foreign Language); Core 194. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Spanish 230, 231, or 232. (8). (LR).; The goal is to expand vocabulary and mastery of grammatical structures and syntax to the level of competency required to pass the Proficiency Exam. The Exam requires communication with some ease with a native speaker in speaking and in writing, and comprehension of the content of both a written and spoken text of a non-technical and non-literary nature. Equivalent to Spanish 231 and 232.
RCCORE 295 / Latin 295. Intensive Latin II.: Latin 102, 103, or 193/504. (8). (LR).; This course meets two hours per day and covers in one academic term the equivalent of two term in a non-intensive course. Through the study texts from a variety of authors and genres, students develop skills and strategies for reading increasingly complex Latin, and expand their understanding of the Roman world.
RCCORE 305. Independent Study.: (Independent Study, Fieldwork, and Tutorials); Junior standing and permission of instructor. (1-8). (Excl). Offered mandatory credit/no credit. (INDEPENDENT). May be repeated for credit.; Students must submit a written proposal approved by a faculty sponsor outlining the proposed topic, the readings, and the final product of the project.
RCCORE 307. RC Practicum in College Team Teaching.: (Independent Study, Fieldwork, and Tutorials); Upperclass standing. (1). (Excl). May be repeated for credit.; For the student who wishes experience in college teaching. The student-teacher functions as a teaching intern in a course. Regular staff meetings and individual conferences with the person in charge ensures that the intern shares in the overall planning and management of the course. The student may receive credit only once for student-teaching in the same course.
RCCORE 309. Study Off-Campus.: (Independent Study, Fieldwork, and Tutorials); Junior standing and permission of instructor. (Arr). (Excl). Offered mandatory credit/no credit. (EXPERIENTIAL). May be repeated for credit.; Students must submit a written proposal approved by at least two faculty sponsors outlining the proposed project, the readings, and the final product.
RCCORE 310. Accelerated Review-French.: (Foreign Language); Permission of instructor. (4). (LR).; Designed for students with extensive background who are too advanced for second-year intensive but who are deficient in a basic skill area which would prevent success in a language readings course. Systematic review is presented through discussions, readings, and compositions, and students are prepared to pass the language proficiency exam.
RCCORE 311. Accelerated Review-German.: (Foreign Language); Permission of instructor. (4). (LR).; Designed for students with extensive background who are too advanced for second-year intensive but who are deficient in a basic skill area which would prevent success in a language readings course. Systematic review is presented through discussions, readings, and compositions, and students are prepared to pass the language proficiency exam.
RCCORE 314. Accelerated Review-Spanish.: (Foreign Language); (4). (LR).; Designed for students with extensive background who are too advanced for second-year intensive but who are deficient in a basic skill area which would prevent success in a language readings course. Systematic review is presented through discussions, readings, and compositions, and students are prepared to pass the language proficiency exam.
RCCORE 320. Seminaire en français.: (Foreign Language); Proficiency test. (4). (Excl). May be repeated for credit.; Language skills are used and improved by reading, writing about, and discussing topics dealing with literature, culture, politics, and other socio-cultural areas. Classes are conducted in French and are usually on an informal lecture-discussion basis. Students are encouraged to participate fully in class discussions, which enables them to exchange ideas upon which their papers are based.
RCCORE 321. Readings in German.: (Foreign Language); Proficiency test. (4). (Excl). May be repeated for credit.; Language skills are used and improved by reading, writing about, and discussing topics dealing with literature, culture, politics, and other socio-cultural areas. Classes are conducted in German and are usually on an informal lecture-discussion basis. Students are encouraged to participate fully in class discussions, which enables them to exchange ideas upon which their papers are based.
RCCORE 323. Russian Readings.: (Foreign Language); Proficiency in Russian (by RC standards). (4). (Excl).; This course, taught in Russian, offers readings in Russian on topics which vary from year to year.
RCCORE 324. Readings in Spanish.: (Foreign Language); Proficiency test. (4). (Excl). May be repeated for credit.; Language skills are used and improved by reading, writing about, and discussing topics dealing with literature, culture, politics, and other socio-cultural areas. Classes are conducted in Spanish and are usually on an informal lecture-discussion basis. Students are encouraged to participate fully in class discussions, which enable them to exchange ideas upon which their papers are based.
RCCORE 331. Field Ecology.: (Independent Study, Fieldwork, and Tutorials); (4). (Excl).; This course, taught at the UM Biological Station, introduces students to the physical and biological processes that interact to produce local ecological communities. Students become familiar with the influence of geological history and climate on landscapes and habitats, the rates of change of physical and biological processes, the history of and threats to biodiversity, the evolutionary response of organisms to local circumstances, and processes of population regulation and the balance of nature. In the field, students learn how to record physical and biological data, identify common elements of the flora and fauna, document the distribution and abundance of plants and animals, measure physical and biological gradients across terrestrial and aquatic habitats, and compare the current landscapes and ecological community to conditions during the last ice age.
RCCORE 334. Special Topics.: (Written and Verbal Expression); (4). (Excl). May be repeated for credit.; Lecture course focus on a theme, topic, or subject. Consult the Time Schedule for specific topic.
RCCORE 370 / French 370. Advanced Proficiency in French.: (Foreign Language); RC Core 320 or French 235. (3). (Excl).; Designed for students who intend to study in France, this course includes: development of speaking skills in formal and informal contexts, initiation to writing formats customary in French universities. A rich cultural component helps prepare students socially and mentally as well as technically and intellectually.
RCCORE 405. Independent Study.: (Independent Study, Fieldwork, and Tutorials); Senior standing and permission of instructor. (1-8). (Excl). Offered mandatory credit/no credit. (INDEPENDENT). May be repeated for credit.; Students must submit a written proposal approved by a faculty sponsor outlining the proposed topic, the readings, and the final product of the project.
RCCORE 409. Study Off-Campus.: (Independent Study, Fieldwork, and Tutorials); Senior standing and permission of instructor. (Arr). (Excl). Offered mandatory credit/no credit. (EXPERIENTIAL). May be repeated for credit.; Students must submit a written proposal approved by at least two faculty sponsors outlining the proposed project, the readings, and the final product.
RCCORE 410. Senior Project.: (Independent Study, Fieldwork, and Tutorials); Permission of concentration advisor. (1-8). (Excl). (INDEPENDENT). May be repeated for a total of eight credits.; An individual project in the field of concentration.
RCCORE 489. Honors Independent Research.: (Independent Study, Fieldwork, and Tutorials); Permission of instructor. (1-4). (Excl). (INDEPENDENT).; An independent study under the supervision of an honors thesis advising committee to do preliminary research for a potential honors thesis. A primary purpose of this course is to determine if, in fact, the proposed thesis is feasible.
RCCORE 490. Honors Thesis.: (Independent Study, Fieldwork, and Tutorials); Permission of concentration advisor. (1-4). (Excl). (INDEPENDENT). May be repeated for a total of eight credits.; An individual honors project.

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