Most RC courses are open to LS&A students and may be used to meet distribution requirements.
100. First Year Seminar.
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.
105. Logic and Language.
(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.
300. Writing and Theory.
Not open to freshmen. (4). (Excl).
Designed for students interested in improving their expository writing. Students look critically at selected writing of others and examine carefully their own writing and that of their colleagues. They submit written material every week and consult at least every two weeks with the instructor.
334. Special Topics. (4). (Excl).
190. Intensive French I.
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.
191. Intensive German I.
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.
193/Russian 103. Intensive First-Year Russian.
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.
194. Intensive Spanish I.
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.
290. Intensive French II.
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.
291. Intensive German II.
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.
293/Russian 203. Intensive Second Year Russian.
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.
294. Intensive Spanish II.
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.
310. Accelerated Review-French.
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.
311. Accelerated Review-German.
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.
314. Accelerated Review-Spanish.
(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.
320. Seminaire en français.
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.
321. Readings in German.
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.
323. Russian Readings.
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.
324. Readings in Spanish.
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.
370/French 370. Advanced Proficiency in French.
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.
205. Independent Study.
Sophomore standing and permission of instructor. (1-8). (Excl). Offered mandatory credit/no credit. Laboratory fee ($50) required.
Students must submit a written proposal approved by a faculty sponsor outlining the proposed topic, the readings, and the final product of the project.
209. Study Off-Campus.
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.
305. Independent Study.
Junior standing and permission of instructor. (1-8). (Excl). Offered mandatory credit/no credit. Laboratory fee ($50) required.
Students must submit a written proposal approved by a faculty sponsor outlining the proposed topic, the readings, and the final product of the project.
307. RC Practicum in College Team Teaching.
Upperclass standing. (1). (Excl).
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.
309. Study Off-Campus.
Junior 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.
331. Field Ecology.
(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.
405. Independent Study.
Senior standing and permission of instructor. (1-8). (Excl). Offered mandatory credit/no credit. Laboratory fee ($90) required.
Students must submit a written proposal approved by a faculty sponsor outlining the proposed topic, the readings, and the final product of the project.
409. Study Off-Campus.
Senior 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.
410. Senior Project.
Permission of concentration advisor. (1-4). (Excl). (INDEPENDENT). May be repeated for a total of eight credits.
An individual project in the field of concentration.
490. Honors Thesis.
Permission of concentration advisor. (1-4). (Excl). (INDEPENDENT). May be repeated for a total of eight credits.
An individual Honors project.