Undergraduate Course Catalog 2010-2011
University of New Hampshire at Manchester
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Biology (BIOL)
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Associate Professor: Lorraine D. Doucet, Stephen R. Pugh
Assistant Professor: Sarah Kenick
Biology is the study of living organisms in both laboratory and field conditions. It concerns itself with questions of understanding the living world, its complex interrelationships and the role of human beings within it.
The B.A. in biological sciences at UNH Manchester is designed to: 1) allow students to earn a baccalaureate degree in biology at UNH Manchester; 2) allow students to combine study in biology with other programs and disciplines by completing a second major, a minor, or a self-designed set of elective courses along with their biology degree; 3) allow students to complete a major in biology while taking required courses in Education in preparation for the 5-year MAT or M.Ed. programs and state certification in secondary science education; and 4) provide an opportunity for students to complete a baccalaureate degree in biology while completing the required courses for admission to medical, dental, veterinary, physician assistant, pharmacy, physical therapy and other professional graduate programs.
The biological sciences program at UNH Manchester can also serve as a springboard for students interested in the B.S. Programs in the life sciences at UNH Durham, which include majors in biology, microbiology, zoology, plant biology, wildlife management, environmental conservation, biochemistry and animal sciences.
Employment opportunities in the public and private sectors include education, food, water, wastewater and other industrial laboratories, clinical laboratories, biotechnology, environmental research and monitoring and animal behavior.
Students must complete a minimum of 128 credits and satisfy the University’s Discovery Program and foreign language requirements. BIOL 413, 414 may be used to satisfy the biological sciences Discovery requirement and CHEM 403, 404 may be used to satisfy the Physical Sciences Discovery requirement. PSYC 402 may be used to satisfy the Quantitative Reasoning Discovery requirement; however, students interested in graduate or professional programs would be encouraged to take MATH 425, Calculus I, or MATH 424b, Calculus for Life Sciences to satisfy the Quantitative Reasoning requirement.
The UNH Manchester B.A. in Biological Sciences Program is structured with three levels of coursework.
Biology Core Curriculum (9 courses, 37 credits)
The biology core curriculum consists of five required biology courses
BIOL 413-414, Principles of Biology I and II
BMS 503, General Microbiology
BIOL 541, General Ecology
GEN 604, Principles of Genetics
Two required chemistry courses
CHEM 403-404, General Chemistry I and II
One course in mathematics
MATH 418, Analysis and Application of Functions, or
MATH 425, Calculus I, or
MATH 424b, Calculus for Life Sciences
One course in statistics
PSYC 402, Statistics in Psychology (other statistics courses such as BIOL 528 or ADM 430 may used to satisfy this requirement).
Depending on their specific academic and career goals and in consultation with their advisor, students may elect to take additional supporting science courses such as CHEM 545/546, Organic Chemistry with lab (one semester); CHEM 547/549 - 548/550, Organic Chemistry I and II with lab (two semesters); BMCB 658/659, Biochemistry with lab; MATH 426 Calculus II; and Physics 407-408, General Physics I and II. These courses are often required for admission to medical, professional and other graduate programs.
Self-Designed Concentration in Biology
(4 courses, 16 credits)
Students will select, in consultation with their advisor, four biology courses at the 600-700 level to be taken at UNH Manchester or UNH Durham.
Capstone Experience
The capstone experience will be fulfilled by taking the one-credit course, BSCI 701, Senior Seminar, during either semester of the senior year and a capstone experience, such as BSCI 792, Research, BSCI 793, Internship, or BSCI 795, Independent Study, Senior Seminar will meet weekly during either semester of the senior year in a seminar format to share information about students’ research or independent study activities, listen to presentations on timely issues in biology and to support and provide training in poster production, Power Point and other methods of oral presentation and scientific writing as students prepare to present the results of their capstone activities at the Undergraduate Research Conference or other venues.
In addition, all students will take elective courses to fulfill the 128-credit requirement for a B.A. degree. These elective courses could fulfill the requirements for a major or minor in another program or they could fulfill a self-designed interdisciplinary concentration. They could include some of the supporting science courses listed above. These courses would be selected in consultation with their advisor and the appropriate faculty advisor in another program.
Note: Pre-medical and pre-dental students should enroll in CHEM 651-652 and 653-654 at Durham. These courses may substitute for CHEM 545/546 and BMCB 658-659. In addition they should also enroll in MATH 426.
For more information contact Stephen Pugh, Program Coordinator at 603-641-4128 spugh@unh.edu; or contact the Office of Admissions.
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Business (ADM)
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Professor: Thomas D. Birch
Associate Professor: Kelly Kilcrease
Instructor: Walter Alderman
Lecturer: William Troy
The Bachelor of Arts in Business has a strong interdisciplinary focus. The curriculum adheres to a philosophy that effective decision-making requires a broad understanding of institutional and cultural climate within which businesses are operating. The program utilizes the resources of Manchester’s business community and its economic strengths. During the first two years of study, students take introductory classes in business administration, economics, accounting, business statistics and information systems along with elective and discovery Program courses. The intermediate business core includes required courses in marketing, organizational behavior and financial or operations management. Additionally, students choose an option of focused study either in Accounting and Finance, Business Economics and Political Economy, Business and Technology, General Business Administration, Marketing, and Human Resource Management.. For students with a unique interest, the opportunity also exists to create a Self-Designed concentration with approval of his/her advisor and the Coordinator of the Business program.
A culminating capstone experience enables students to apply their knowledge in the form of an internship, applied senior project, or special topics seminar. Because this is a Bachelor of Arts program, students fulfill the foreign language requirement.
Business Program of Study
Students must complete 128 credits to graduate. Each required course must be completed with a minimum grade of C-. Students must attain a minimum GPA of 2.0 in major courses required for graduation. Majors cannot use ADM 430, ECN 411, or ECN 412 to satisfy both Discovery program and major requirements. Transfer students must complete at least half of their credits in the major and the eight-credit capstone experience in residence at UNH Manchester.
Introductory Business Core Courses (8 courses)
ADM 400, Introduction to Business
ECN 411, Introduction to Macroeconomic Principles
ECN 412, Introduction to Microeconomic Principles
CIS 411, Introduction to Computer Applications
CIS 510, Computer Information Systems
ADM 430, Business Statistics
ADM 532, Financial Accounting
ADM 533, Managerial Accounting
Intermediate Business Core (3 courses)
ADM 610, Marketing Principles and Applications
ADM 620, Organizational Behavior
ADM 601: Financial Management
Business Field Concentrations (4 courses)
Accounting and Finance
4 courses from the following
ECN 635 Money, Banking, and Macro Activity
ADM 675 Special Topics:
Auditing
Taxation (pending)
Investments (pending)
Intermediate Accounting (pending)
Budgeting (pending)
ADM 685 Applications in Business Mgt.: International Finance
Business Economics and Political Economy
4 courses from the following (including at least one course at 600-level or above)
POLT 401, Politics and Society
POLT 403, United States in World Affairs
POLT 560, World Politics
ECN 640, Business Law and Economics
ECN 625, Regulation of Business
ECN 635, Money, Banking and Macroeconomic Activity
ECN 650, Economics for Managers
ECN 670, Public Sector Economics
HUMA 412, Industry and Welfare
HUMA 660, The Moral Dimensions of Economic Life
POLT 595, 596 Explorations in Politics
POLT 762, International Political Economy
ADM 695, Independent Study
Business and Technology
4 courses from the following
CIS 405, Introduction to the Internet and Web Authoring
CIS 425, Introduction to Computer Programming
CIS 515, Multimedia: Introduction and Applications
CIS 520, Database Design and Development
CIS 550, Networking Concepts
CIS 610, System Analysis and Design
General Business Administration
4 courses from the following (but including no more than two ECN courses)
ADM 601, Financial Management
or
ADM 650, Operations Management
ADM 675, Special Topics in Business Administration
ADM 685, Special Topics in Business Administration
ADM 695, Independent Study
ECN 640, Business Law and Economics
ECN 625, Regulation of Business
ECN 635, Money, Banking and Macroeconomic Activity
ECN 650, Economics for Managers
UMST 500, Internship
Marketing
4 courses from the following
A. At least two must be from marketing
ADM 675 Special Topics: Integrated Marketing Communications
ADM 675 Special Topics: Services Marketing
ADM 685 Special Topics: Selling & Sales Management
ADM 685 Special Topics: E-Commerce
B. May also include two courses from:
ADM 675 Special Topics: Negotiations
ADM 695 Independent Study (Marketing/Communication Project)
CA 450 Introduction to Public Speaking
CMN 455 Introduction to Mass Communication
CMN 457 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
CA 516 Speech Writing
CA 531 History and Organization of Advertising
CA 550 Communications and Organizations
CA 610 Communication Technologies and Culture
UMST 500 Internship (in Marketing or Communication)
CIS 515 Multimedia Applications
ET 625 Technical Communication
ENGL 503 Persuasive Writing
Human Resource Management
4 courses from the following
ADM455: Management of Human Resources
ADM520: Training and Development
ADM640: Business Communication and Conflict
ADM660: Employment and Labor Law
Self Designed Concentration
4 courses (or 16 credit hours) with faculty approval, including at least one course at 500-level or above.
Business Capstone Experience (2 courses ADM 701 and one senior business seminar (in the ADM 750, 760, or 770) fulfills the Discovery Program Capstone requirement for business majors and are taken during the senior year)
ADM 701, Business, Government and Society and
ADM 750, Business Internship Seminar or
ADM 760, Applied Senior Project or
ADM 770, Special Topics Senior Seminar
Note: Because this is a Bachelor of Arts program, students must fulfill a language requirement. Efforts will be made to enhance fluency through subsequent courses and community experiences.
For more information contact Kelly Kilcrease, Program Coordinator, at 603-641-4186 or kelly.kilcrease@unh.edu; or contact the Office of Admissions.
Business Minor
The minor in business allows students to pursue their interests in the liberal arts and sciences while building a foundation of business skills and adding a valuable credential to their portfolio and resume. The minor in Business requires successful completion of five Business courses or 20 credit hours from the courses listed below.
The three required courses
ADM 400, Introduction to Business
ADM 532, Introduction to Financial Accounting
ECN 412 or 411, Intro to Microeconomics or
Macroeconomics
Two courses from the following list are required (at least one of which must be at the 600-level or above)
ADM 430, Business Statistics
ADM 533, Managerial Accounting
ADM 601, Financial Management
ADM 610, Marketing Principles
ADM 620, Organizational Behavior
ADM 650, Operations Management
Another 600- or 700-level course in Business (ADM) or Economics (ECN) may be substituted for courses listed above with permission of the Business Program Coordinator. This may include an Internship course (UMST 500), Special Topics courses (ADM675/685), or an Independent Study in Business (ADM 695).
Students must complete the five courses with a cumulative minimum grade point average of 2.0 in the five courses (20 credits), with no course below a C- grade. Transfer course approval for the minor would be limited to at most two relevant courses successfully completed at another accredited institution, subject to syllabi review and approval. Students must complete a minimum of 20 credits for the minor, with a maximum of eight credits transferred from accredited institutions and a minimum of 12 credits completed in residence at UNH.
For more information contact Bill Troy, Minor Supervisor, at 603-641-4345 or wtroy@unh.edu.
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Communication Arts (CA)
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Associate Professor: Barbara J. Jago, Jeffrey F. Klenotic, Anthony Tenczar
Senior Lecturer: Patrice T. Mettauer
Students majoring in Communication Arts (CA) explore the how and why of the ways we communicate through our words, actions and technologies. The program examines a variety of communication practices–speech, writing, sound, moving images and personal relationships–as these are applied and developed across a range of social, cultural, professional, organizational and historical contexts. In addition to classroom instruction, the program provides students with opportunities for fieldwork (including internships and service learning) that connect them to the urban community and integrate their education within “real life” communication settings.
Communication Arts prepares students for many careers and postgraduate options, including advanced graduate study. Students emerge from the program with a rare combination of hands-on and theoretical knowledge that is attractive to employers in professions such as film, radio, television, web, journalism, public relations, sales, advertising, counseling, conflict mediation and others. The Communication Arts degree also translates to related work in government, social service and community affairs. Employers in the general business community seeking well-rounded, liberal arts graduates who can think creatively and communicate effectively in a variety of formats also find our graduates highly desirable. Further, through internships students have the opportunity to learn more about their chosen fields and better prepare for the transition to professional life.
Beyond the academic and professional rewards, study in Communication Arts enhances the meaning and richness of our everyday lives by enabling us to see and understand the intricate ways in which communication binds people together.
Degree Requirements
Students must complete a minimum of 128 credits and satisfy the University’s Discovery Program and foreign language requirements. Communication Arts majors must complete 10 courses (40 credits) and maintain an overall grade point average in the major of 2.0 or better. Transfer students must complete at least 20 credits in the CA major at UNH Manchester. CMN 455, 456 and 457 may not be used to satisfy Discovery Program requirements for CA majors. Information on prerequisites for CA courses can be found in the course descriptions at the back of this catalogue. CA majors considering taking CIS 515, HIST 690, HUMA 796, or PSYC 762 must meet the prerequisites for each course and should consult with their faculty advisor before registering. Degree requirements for the major are presented below.
I. Required Core Courses – 12 credits (3 courses) Students must earn a “C” or better in each course if it is to count toward either the UNH Manchester Communication Arts major or the UNH Durham Communication major.
CMN 455, Introduction to Media Studies
CMN 456, Propaganda and Persuasion
CMN 457, Introduction to Interpersonal
Communication
II. Selected Coursework–28 credits (three courses from area A, two from area B,
two from area C). Students must earn a “C -” or better in each selected course to satisfy CA requirements.
A. Communication Practices: Applied (12 credits).
Any three courses.
CA 444, Manipulating Media
CA 450, Introduction to Public Speaking
CA 500, Media Writing
CA 501, Internship: Communication in the Urban Community
CA 502, Image and Sound
CA 503, Techniques for News Reporting
CA 504, Film Criticism
CA 506, Gender
CA 508, Conflict in Relational Communication
CA 510, Language and Interaction
CA 512, Scriptwriting
CA 513, Radio News Production
CA 514, Fundamentals of Video Production
CA 515, Advanced Video Production
CA 516, Speechwriting
CA 517, Fundamentals of Audio Production
CA 520, Special Topics in Applied Communication
CIS 515, Multimedia: Introduction and Applications[dr1]
HIST 690, Public History
PSYC 762, Counseling
B. Communication Practices: Organization, History and Policy (8 credits). Any two courses.
CA 525, Media Programming
CA 526, Organization of Newswork
CA 527, History of Film
CA 528, Media Policy and Law
CA 531, History and Organization of Advertising
CA 535, Marital Communication
CA 539, Communicating in Families
CA 540, Public Relations
CA 550, Special Topics in Communication Organization, History and Policy
HUMA 640, Birth of Rock and Roll
C. Communication Practices: Theory and Research
(8 credits). Any two courses.
CA 600, Research Methods: Media
CA 601, Exploring Relationships
CA 610, Communication Technologies and Culture
CA 611, Theories of Relational Communication
CA 612, Narrative
CA 614, Communication and Power
CA 615, Film History: Theory and Method
CA 618, Documentary
CA 720, Seminar in Communication Arts
CA 795, Independent Study
Capstone Requirement
The capstone requirement will be satisfied in a student’s senior year by completion of a specific four-credit capstone course at the 600 or 700 level. Students may not enroll in a capstone course until they have completed all three CA program core courses (CMN 455, 456 and 457) and all CA Area A and Area B requirements. The capstone course can also fulfill an Area C course requirement.
The capstone experience offers seniors an opportunity to synthesize and apply knowledge and skills gained throughout their Communication Arts major coursework. The capstone course requires students to conduct an original research study, a creative media project, an internship, or an advanced service learning project in Communication Arts under the close supervision of a Communication Arts faculty member. Students are strongly encouraged to share their capstone projects with the larger UNH community through participation in the Undergraduate Research Conference, a presentation in the Brown Bag lunch series, publication in the UNH undergraduate journal Inquiry, or presentation in some other public venue. Students should work closely with their advisors to make sure the capstone requirement has been satisfied.
Courses that satisfy this requirement include but are not limited to: CA 601, Exploring Relationships; CA 614, Communication and Power; CA 615, Film History: Theory and Method; CA 720, Seminar in Communication Arts; and CA 795, Independent Study.
The core requirements for Communication Arts are identical to those for Communication, therefore credit for CMN 455, CMN 456, CMN 457 automatically transfers for students transferring from Manchester to Durham to major in Communication, as well as for students transferring from Durham to Manchester to major in Communication Arts. All other courses in Communication Arts have a CA designation. The transfer of these courses to satisfy degree requirements for the Communication major in Durham is determined on a course-by-course basis by Communication faculty. Likewise, the transfer of Communication courses (other than CMN 455, 456, 457) to satisfy degree requirements for the Communication Arts major in Manchester is determined on a course-by-course basis by Communication Arts faculty.
Suggested Concentrations in Communication Arts
Students are welcome to choose courses from across the Communication Arts curriculum, but those wishing to meet specific academic or professional goals may plan coursework using one of the concentrations suggested below. In addition, students may enhance their studies with activities beyond the classroom, including a wide range of internships available across the region. Communication Arts students may also participate in the University’s Web radio station, www.UNHM.net, as well as in numerous area film festivals.
Concentration in Moving Image Media
CA 444, Manipulating Media
CA 500, Media Writing
CA 501, Internship
CA 502, Image and Sound
CA 504, Film Criticism
CA 512, Scriptwriting
CA 514, Fundamentals of Video Production
CA 515, Advanced Video Production
CA 517, Fundamentals of Audio Production
CA 525, Media Programming
CA 527, History of Film
CA 600, Research Methods: Media
CA 610, Communication Technologies and Culture
CA 615, Film History: Theory and Method
CA 618, Documentary
Concentration in News and Public Relations
CA 450, Introduction to Public Speaking
CA 500, Media Writing
CA 501, Internship
CA 503, Techniques for News Reporting
CA 513, Radio News Production
CA 516, Speechwriting
CA 517, Fundamentals of Audio Production
CA 525, Media Programming
CA 526, Organization of Newswork
CA 528, Media Policy and Law
CA 531, History and Organization of Advertising
CA 540, Public Relations
CA 600, Research Methods: Media
CA 610, Communication Technologies and Culture
CA 618, Documentary
Concentration in Relational Communication
CA 501, Internship
CA 506, Gender
CA 510, Language and Interaction
CA 535, Marital Communication
CA 539, Communicating in Families
CA 601, Exploring Relationships
CA 611, Theories of Relational Communication
CA 612, Narrative
CA 614, Communication and Power
CA 720, Seminar in Communication Arts
For more information contact Barbara Jago, program director, at 603-641-4106 or email bjago@unh.edu or contact the Office of Admissions.
Communication Arts Minor
The objective of the “minor in Communication Arts” is to provide students with a knowledge base that not only approximates the overall range of communication practices included in the Communication Arts major, but also gives students the opportunity to select several courses that may be of special interest to them or that may more directly complement their major field of study or enhance their professional interests.
The Communication Arts minor requires the completion of five courses, twenty credits, according to the requirements below. An overall average of 2.0 in minor courses is required, with no individual grade lower than a C-. Students should work with their advisors to insure that any prerequisites for 500 level courses have been met, or that permission to enter the course has been granted by the appropriate course instructor. Courses used to satisfy General Education requirements may also be used to satisfy CA minor requirements.
I. Breadth Courses
Select any two courses, as long as they are NOT from the same category.
Category A
CMN 457 - Introduction to Interpersonal
Communication
Category B
CMN 455 - Introduction to Media Studies
CA 502 - Image and Sound
Category C
CMN 456 - Propaganda and Persuasion
CA 450 - Introduction to Public Speaking
II. Depth Courses
Select any three 500 level CA courses, except CA 501.
Note: Students who use CA 502 as a “breadth” course may not use it as a “depth” course.
For more information contact Jeff Klenotic, Minor Supervisor, at 603-641-4130 or email klenotic@unh.edu.
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Computer Information Systems (CIS)
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Associate Professor: Mihaela Sabin
Assistant Professor: Karla E. Vogel
Computer Information Systems (B.S.)
The Computer Information Systems (or Information Technology) field, in its broadest sense, encompasses all aspects of computing technology. As an academic discipline, CIS is concerned with issues related to selecting, creating, applying, integrating, and administrating computing technologies. CIS is also concerned with aspects related to advocating for users of computing technologies and meeting their needs within an organizational context.
The Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Information Systems (CIS) prepares graduates with knowledge, skills, and best practices to work in the highly integrated field of computing technologies and to grow into leadership positions. The program also enables graduates to further their studies at the graduate level and pursue research in a computing-related discipline.
Career opportunities for students with a CIS degree are varied, but may include such areas as applications analyst/developer, data security specialist, database developer/administrator, e-commerce analyst/programmer, help desk manager, multimedia developer, network manager, system administrator, technical writer, technology trainer, user support specialist, testing and quality assurance specialist, or Web developer. Career options exist in a wide range of organizations as all businesses, industries, and nonprofits continue to use, develop, and integrate information technology solutions.
Program Educational Objectives
Within five years of graduation a CIS student should be able to:
- Apply knowledge and skills in core and advanced information technologies to help an organization achieve its goals.
- Advocate for users of information technologies (IT), whether they are end-users of information systems, managers of enterprise applications, developers of IT solutions, or customers of IT-reliant work systems.
- Develop, manage, or evaluate computing and communication technologies.
- Live and work as contributing, well-rounded members of society.
Program Outcomes
The program enables students to achieve, by time of graduation, the following competencies:
- An ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the discipline.
- An ability to analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution.
- An ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs.
- An ability to function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal.
- An understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities.
- An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
- An ability to analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations, and society.
- Recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in continuing professional development.
- An ability to use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice.
- An ability to use and apply current technical concepts and practices in the core information technologies.
- An ability to identify and analyze user needs and take them into account in the selection, creation, evaluation and administration of computer-based systems.
- An ability to effectively integrate IT-based solutions into the user environment.
- An understanding of best practices and standards and their application.
- An ability to assist in the creation of an effective project plan.
Program of Study
Students must complete 128 credits to graduate, including 60 credits in the CIS major and 16 credits in the self-designed concentration. Students must maintain an overall cumulative GPA of 2.0. Each required course in the major must be completed with a minimum grade of C-. Students must complete 24 credits of CIS courses at UNH Manchester.
Program Requirements
Students must complete a minimum of 128 credits and satisfy the University’s Discovery Program. The CIS program requires one mathematics course from the following: MATH 420 Finite Math, MATH 424 Calculus for Biological Sciences, or MATH 425 Calculus I. Any of these courses may be used to satisfy the Quantitative Reasoning Discovery skills requirement.
The CIS program requirements include three levels of required CIS courses: introductory core, intermediate core, and integrative and professional experience; and includes a self-designed concentration that prepares students in an area of study to which CIS can be applied; and CIS electives
For additional information contact Mihaela Sabin, Program Coordinator, at 603-641-4144 or mihaela.sabin@unh.edu; or contact the Office of Admissions.
Introductory Core (4 courses, 16 credits)
CIS 405, Introduction to the Internet and Web Authoring (may be used to satisfy the Environment, Technology and Society, Discovery breadth requirement)
CIS 425, Introduction to Computer Programming
CIS 510W, Fundamentals of Computer Information Systems
CIS 542 Operating Systems Applications
Intermediate Core (4 courses, 16 credits)
CIS 505, Advanced Web Authoring
CIS 520, Database Design and Development
CIS 550, Networking Concepts
CIS 560W, Computer Law and Ethics
Integrative and Professional Experience (5 courses, 16 credits)
CIS 610, System Analysis and Design
CIS 615, Information Security
CIS 685, Professional Development Seminar (1 cr)
CIS 750 Internship Experience (3cr)
CIS 780 Capstone Project (satisfies the Discovery Senior Capstone Experience requirement)
Concentration (4 courses, 16 credits)
Majors can creatively design a concentration of courses that meet their academic and professional goals and career plans. Four courses can be selected across a wide university curriculum, reflecting majors’ interests in pursuing an interdisciplinary, liberal arts, scientific, engineering, or professional focus. No more than two courses may be used to fill a concentration and a general education requirement. The concentration must be approved by the advisor before the student’s junior year.
CIS Electives (3 courses, 12 credits)
No more than two CIS electives can be used to fill a concentration or minor. Candidate CIS elective courses are: CIS 515, CIS 599, CIS 605, CIS 620, CIS 630, CIS 650.
Minor - Computer Information Systems
To earn a minor in Computer Information Systems, students must complete 20 credits with no individual grade lower than C- and a 2.00 average in minor courses. Students may take any five courses from the CIS, CS or PHIL 447 offerings, two of which must be at the 500 level.
For more information contact Karla Vogel, Minor Supervisor, at 603-641-4127 or kv@unh.edu.
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Engineering Technology (ET)
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Engineering Technology requires the application of engineering and scientific knowledge and methods combined with technical skills in support of engineering activities. Graduates may work in a variety of areas including engineering design, manufacturing, field service, testing and sales and may work in management positions related to engineering, manufacturing and computer technology.
The UNH Manchester Engineering Technology programs are accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, 111 Market Place Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012, Tel: 410 347-7700.
The Engineering Technology Program at UNH Manchester offers only junior- and senior-level coursework. Students admitted to this program must have an appropriate associate degree from the New Hampshire Technical Institute or an equivalent institution accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (TAC/ABET) or show academic evidence of ability to successfully complete the requirements of this calculus-based program.
The programs at UNH Manchester are designed to meet the needs of both full and part-time students with a mix of classes scheduled during the day and in the evening.
Program of Study
Students may major in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology with a concentration in Computer Technology, or Mechanical Engineering Technology. All entering ET students should have completed mathematics through Differential and Integral calculus - (Calculus I & II). Students without Calculus II will be required to take ET 630 - Analytical Methods in Technology. Students with Calculus II may waive ET630, although it is recommended that it still be taken as there are other useful topic areas covered. Students must complete a minimum of 128 credits and satisfy the University’s Discovery Program .
Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) and Electrical Engineering Technology with a concentration in Computer Technology (EET-CT) Educational Objectives
Program educational objectives are the skills and abilities graduates are expected to demonstrate during the first few years of employment. EET and EET-CT program educational objectives include:
Achieving employment in an EET and EET-CT-related position with appropriate title and compensation.
Demonstrating EET- and EET-CT-related technical problem-solving skills.
Functioning effectively in diverse and multidisciplinary teams.
Communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
Adapting to changes in technology through continuous personal and professional development.
Being capable of assuming increasing professional responsibility.
Conducting all professional activities with integrity and demonstrating a sense of social and environmental responsibility.
EET and EET-CT Program Outcomes
Program outcomes are the skills and abilities students are expected to demonstrate at graduation. Program outcomes for the EET and EET-CT program include:
1.
Using principles and tools of science, mathematics, engineering and technology to design, implement and evaluate solutions to complex technical problems.
2.
Developing electronic and computer systems using appropriate test equipment (with an awareness of related hardware and software issues) and using results of analyses to improve designs or methodologies.
3.
Successfully developing a meaningful hardware/software-based project considering ethical, social, economic and technical constraints.
4.
Communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
5.
Working effectively in a team environment.
6.
Developing research and problem-solving skills to support lifelong personal and professional development.
7.
Evaluating the broader effects of technology and identifying connections between technology and economics, politics, culture, ethical responsibility, social structure, the environment and other areas.
Program Courses:
Electrical Engineering Technology (EET)
ET 625, Technical Communications
ET 630, Analytical Methods in Technology
ET 655, ET Seminar Series
ET 671, Digital Systems
ET 674, Control Systems & Components
ET 677, Analog Systems
ET 733, Business Organization and Law
ET 680, Communications and Fields
ET 734, Economics of Bus. Activities
ET 762, Illumination Engineering
ET 788, Introduction to Digital Signal Processing
ET 790, Microcomputer Technology
ET 791, Electrical Engineering Technology Project (Senior Capstone Project- 2 semesters- satisfies the Discovery Senior Capstone Experience requirement)
CS 410, Introduction to Scientific Programming
General Education Requirements and Writing Intensive (WI) Requirement
EET Computer Technology Option (EET-CT)
ET 601, Data Structure & Databases
ET 625, Technical Communications
ET 627, Adv. Developmental Theory of E-commerce
ET 655, ET Seminar Series
ET 630, Analytical Methods in Technology
ET 647, Adv. Perspectives in Programming
ET 667, Graphics and Animation
ET 671, Digital Systems
ET 707, Object Oriented Design
ET 717, Network Security
ET 733, Business Organization and Law
ET 734, Economics of Bus. Activities
ET 737, Web Server Databases
ET 747, User Interface Design
ET 777, Adv. Distributed Programming Trends
ET 787, Artificial Intelligence and Expert Systems
ET 790, Microcomputer Systems
ET 791, Electrical Engineering Technology Project (Senior Capstone Project - 2 semesters - satisfies the Discovery Senior Capstone Experience requirement)
General Education Requirements and Writing Intensive (WI) Requirement
Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) Educational Objectives
Program educational objectives are the skills and abilities graduates are expected to demonstrate during the first few years of employment. MET program educational objectives include:
1. Achieving employment in a MET-related position with appropriate title and compensation.
2. Demonstrating MET-related technical problem-solving skills.
3. Functioning effectively in diverse and multidisciplinary teams.
4. Communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
5. Adapting to changes in technology through continuous personal and professional development.
6. Being capable of assuming increasing professional responsibility.
7. Conducting all professional activities with integrity and demonstrating a sense of social and environmental responsibility.
MET Program Outcomes
Program outcomes are the skills and abilities students are expected to demonstrate at graduation. Program outcomes for the MET program include:
1. Using principles and tools of science, mathematics, engineering and technology to design, implement and evaluate solutions to complex technical problems.
2. Developing mechanical systems and using results of analyses to improve designs or methodologies.
3. Successfully developing a meaningful mechanical-based project considering ethical, social, economic and technical constraints.
4. Communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
5. Working effectively in a team environment.
6. Developing research and problem-solving skills to support lifelong personal and professional development.
7. Evaluating the broader effects of technology and identifying connections between technology and economics, politics, culture, ethical responsibility, social structure, the environment and other areas.
Program Courses:
Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET)
ET 625, Technical Communications
ET 630, Analytic Methods in Technology
ET 639/640, HVAC 1 & 2
ET 641, Production Systems
ET 644, MET Concepts in Design and Analysis
ET 655, ET Seminar Series
ET 674, Control Systems and Components
ET 675, Electrical Technology
ET 733, Business Organization & Law
ET 734, Economics of Business Activities
ET 762, Illumination Engineering
ET 751, Mechanical Engineering Technology Project (Senior Capstone Project - 2 semesters - satisfies the Discovery Senior Capstone Experience requirement)
CS 410, Introduction to Scientific Programming
General Education Requirements and Writing Intensive (WI) Requirement
Mechanical engineering technology students must satisfactorily complete CHEM 403, General Chemistry, or offer evidence of equivalent coursework.
For information about the Engineering Technology Program, contact B.S. Engineering Technology Program Chair and Program Coordinator for the Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) and the EET Computer Technology Option, Professor David A. Forest, at 603-641-4322 or by email to daforest@unh.edu or davidunh@comcast.net.
For information about the Mechanical Engineering Technology program (MET), contact Professor Ralph Draper, Mechanical Engineering Technology Program Coordinator, at 603-641-4323 or rwd@unh.edu.
For admissions information contact the Office of Admissions at 603-641-4150.
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English
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Professor: Deborah Brown, Fred Metting
Associate Professor: Susanne F. Paterson, Susan A. Walsh
Assistant Professor: Gail Fensom
Senior Lecturer: Robert M. Pugh
Through the study of a wide variety of literary materials, English majors deepen their understanding of history, culture, language, and human behavior. They also gain skill in writing, reading, and critical thinking.
The faculty of the UNH Manchester English department specializes in 20th century poetry, poetry writing, women’s literary traditions, American literary folklore, New England culture, protest literature, nature writers, American and British fiction, Victorian literature and art, Renaissance drama, interdisciplinary studies, composition, journalism, grammar, and connections between American literature and American music.
Many upper-level courses are conducted as seminars, and individual conferences with professors are common. When possible, field trips to see local performances of drama and poetry readings are planned in conjunction with specific literature courses.
Job prospects for English majors after graduation are varied. English majors find employment in libraries and museums, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, publishing companies, journalism, the media, social work, banking, and many other fields. English graduates also are well prepared to enter graduate study in fields such as law and business.
English Program of Study
For the English major at UNH Manchester, students must complete a minimum of 128 credits and satisfy the University’s Discovery Program and foreign language requirements and a minimum of 40 credits in major coursework. Introduction to Critical Analysis (ENGL 419) must be completed with a grade of C or better. Except for ENGL 419, all courses must be completed with a grade of C- or above in order to count toward the English major. Major requirements include ENGL 419, two 500-level courses, and six courses numbered 600 or above with an overall grade-point average in the major of 2.0 or better. The capstone will be Senior Seminar, ENGL 787. In selecting these courses, students must meet the following distribution requirements:
- ENGL 419, Introduction to Critical Analysis, or ENGL 529, Writing About Literature
- Literature before 1800: Either two advanced courses (numbered 600 or above), or one advanced course and ENGL 513
- Literature after 1800: Either two advanced courses, or one advanced course and one course from the following list: ENGL 514, 515, or 516
- Total English courses must include ENGL 419, two 500 level courses, and seven courses numbered 600 and above
A typical first-year program in the first semester consists of Freshman English and three Discovery Program requirements or electives. In the second semester, the student typically would take Introduction to Critical Analysis, an introductory literature course, and two Discovery Program requirements or electives.
Writing Focus for English Majors
The English department offers a writing focus for English majors interested in creative or other specialized types of writing. Students who might be interested include students with an interest in graduate school in English or writing; students thinking about teaching and teaching writing; students considering law school or journalism training; students looking for careers in marketing and advertising; students wanting to write for corporate in-house publications; students thinking about freelance writing for magazines; and students who enjoy creative writing.
Four of the following nine courses are required. Students should take at least one 500-level course before taking 600- and 700-level courses.
English 501, Creative Non-Fiction
English 502, Technical Writing
English 503, Persuasive Writing
English 623, Essay Writing
English 625/626, Writing Fiction
English 627/628, Writing Poetry
English 710, Teaching Writing
Special Studies in Writing courses will be offered on an occasional basis.
For more information about the English program, contact Fred Metting, program coordinator, (603) 641-4161, e-mail fbm@cisunix.unh.edu. Or contact the UNH Manchester Office of Admissions at (603) 641-4150, e-mail unhm.admissions@unh.edu.
History (HIST)
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Professor: John J. Cerullo, John P. Resch
Affiliate Associate Professor: Robert L. Macieski
The study of history is an essential element of a liberal arts education. The history major provides both an awareness of the past, and the tools to evaluate and express one’s knowledge. Study of the past gives meaning to the present, increasing understanding of the political, social, economic, and cultural forces that influence human life. The study of history may include all of human culture and society and provides tremendous latitude in the subjects that may be studied. The interdisciplinary nature of the field makes it a natural focus for study that may encompass a variety of other fields.
The student who majors in history will have the opportunity to study the breadth of human experience and will acquire the skills in critical reading and writing that form the foundation of the educated life. Students of history learn to analyze conflicting evidence, to find cause and effect, to express themselves effectively, and to ask relevant questions. Through careful observation and evaluation of information they seek explanations for human events.
Students majoring in history must complete a minimum of 128 credits, satisfy the University’s Discovery Program and foreign language requirements, and 10 four-credit history courses or their equivalent. Students must receive at least a C in HIST 500 and HIST 797, and at least a C- in the other eight courses with an overall average in these courses of 2.0 or better.
History majors are urged to complete HIST 500 in the semester following the major declaration and HIST 797 during the senior year. In addition, a major must take at least eight courses, of which a minimum of three must be at the 600 level or above. Only one 695/696 independent study course may be used to fulfill the 600-level requirement, and no more than two independent studies may be used toward the 10-course requirement. No more than two 400-level courses may be counted toward the major. The program must be planned in consultation with an adviser.
The distribution of required courses for the major is as follows:
HIST 500, Introduction to Historical Thinking
HIST 797, Colloquium in History (fulfills the Discovery Program Capstone requirement for history majors and is taken during the senior year)
An approved area of specialization: Four courses numbered 500 and above centered around a nation, region, time period or interdisciplinary theme (two of these courses may be taken in another department with the approval of the student’s adviser).
Complementary history courses: at least three history courses from outside the area of specialization.
History elective: may be a history course from the area of specialization or complementary area.
A particular feature of the history program at UNH Manchester is the opportunity to do internships for academic credit. These internships, which enable students to work in museums, historical societies, government agencies, archives, and in other institutional settings, may be arranged with the help of the faculty. A typical first-year program consists of at least two history courses (Introduction to Historical Thinking, Western Civilization, Historical Survey of American Civilization); Freshman English; three to five Discovery Program requirements; and electives.
For more information about the history program, contact John Resch, program coordinator, at (603) 641-4134, or e-mail jpr@cisunix.unh.edu. Contact the UNH Manchester Office of Admissions at (603) 641-4150; e-mail unhm.admissions@ unh.edu.
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Humanities (HUMA)
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Associate Professor: Terry M. Savage
The UNH Manchester Humanities program is an interdisciplinary study of the human condition, past and present. The program is based on careful examination of substantial works from a variety of disciplines and is intended to develop intellectual skills, specialized knowledge, and breadth of understanding. It provides students with a broad foundation of knowledge and skills in the liberal arts combined with a coordinated, self-designed program of studies in an area of individual student interest.
The program attracts highly motivated students who wish to assume significant responsibility for the content and direction of their studies. Humanities students develop skills of analysis, critical assessment, and effective communication as they study diverse works of art, music, literature, history, philosophy, and the sciences. Individually designed programs may cover the full range of student interests: for example, the social and ethical implications of genetic engineering or the examination of an historical period through study of its literature, arts, history, philosophy, and sciences. Students complete their major with two capstone seminars. The first, HUMA 795, Study of Creativity, explores the nature of creativity through the lives and works of individuals such as Leonardo da Vinci, Kathe Kollwitz, Mozart, Freud, Einstein, and Georgia O’Keeffe. The second seminar, HUMA 796, Study of Contemporary Issues, explores current social and political issues with a focus on developments in public policy, science, and business, and their impact on social values.
Humanities majors find employment in a wide range of fields or pursue graduate study in subjects such as law or education. Skills and knowledge developed through the major are important in virtually all social and career responsibilities. A Humanities major or minor can also complement work in other majors such as elementary or secondary education, business, communications, or computer information systems.
Program of Study
For the Humanities major at UNH Manchester, students must complete a minimum of 128 credits and satisfy the University’s Discovery Program and foreign language requirements and students must complete 40 credits with a minimum grade of C in each course. The required courses for the Humanities major are:
Core Courses (required of all majors)
HIST 500, Introduction to Historical Thinking
or
ENGL 419, Introduction to Critical Analysis
HUMA 411, Humanities I
HUMA 412, Humanities II
HUMA 795, Humanities: Study of Creativity
HUMA 796, Humanities: Study of Contemporary
Issues
Discovery Program Capstone: Research Project in the Humanities (HUMA 798/799).
Self-Designed Concentration
This is an approved program of studies designed by the student in consultation with a faculty advisor. In addition to courses available on the Manchester campus, students may, with prior approval, use courses from area colleges and the University’s Durham campus. The concentration is made up of two humanities courses (HUMA prefix) at the 600 or 700 level and three courses from any relevant discipline at any level.
For more information contact Terry Savage, Program Coordinator, at tmsavage@unh.edu or 603-641-4149; or contact the Office of Admissions.
Humanities Minor
The Humanities minor is an excellent way to add breadth of perspective to specialized study in particular disciplines. Many professions encourage students to develop skills and knowledge outside their area of professional interest. The Humanities minor can meet this objective and make college education a more enlightening and rewarding experience.
To earn a minor in Humanities students must complete 20 credits with a minimum grade of C in each course. Students must take the following courses: HUMA 411 Humanities I; HUMA 412 Humanities II; one course in any Humanities discipline at any level; one 600 or 700 level Humanities course; HUMA 795 Humanities: Study of Creativity or HUMA 796 Humanities: Study of Contemporary Issues
For more information contact Terry Savage, Minor Supervisor, at tmsavage@unh.edu or 603-641-4149
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Politics and Society (PS)
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Professor: Thaddeus M. Piotrowski
Associate Professor: Michael Contarino
Lecturer: Melinda Negron
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics and Society provides an interdisciplinary approach to the study of Politics. The program emphasizes the many ways in which politics both shapes and is shaped by social, cultural, economic and historical context. The program explores such issues as the historical context of political processes and ideas, how economics and politics impact one another and how political ideas are framed, legitimized, de-legitimized and manipulated in different social contexts.
Politics and Society majors develop critical thinking, communication and research skills essential for careers in government, politics, journalism, diplomacy and business. Graduates of the program also will be well-prepared for graduate studies in Law, Political Science, Sociology, Public Policy, Public Administration, Business Administration, Journalism, Diplomacy, International Relations and History.
As the University’s urban campus, UNH Manchester is well-positioned to connect students to local, state and national politics through coursework, research, internships. Students will have opportunities to work on local and national political campaigns, in local government and with community organizations for credit as a part of this Senior Capstone project.
The Politics and Society program is designed to meet the needs of the region’s diverse student population including traditional-age and older students. Students will fulfill the university’s Discovery Program and major requirements by attending classes either full- or part-time. Transfer students are encouraged to apply.
For complete more information contact Program Director Michael Contarino at 603-641-4138 or mike.contarino@unh.edu; or contact Program Co-Director Melinda Negron-Gonzales at 603-641-4364 or melinda.negron@unh.edu; or contact the Office of Admissions.
Program of Study
Students must complete 128 credits to graduate, including 56 credits in the Politics and Society major.
Students must maintain an overall cumulative GPA of 2.0 and a cumulative GPA in the major of 2.0. No credit toward the major will be given for any course in which the student receives a grade of less than C-. Students also must fulfill the UNH Discovery Program requirements. Up to three courses may be used toward both the Politics and Society major and the UNH Discovery Program requirements.. Transfer students must take at least 28 credits in the major at UNH Manchester.
Program Requirements
The Politics and Society Major Includes
7 introductory courses in five social science disciplines
and history
3 interdisciplinary core courses at the 500/600/700 level
3 500/600/700-level courses in Political Science and/
or Sociology
A 700-level community-based capstone project and
interdisciplinary seminar
Students will complete all lower-level courses before
beginning their upper-level program, except by
permission of the Politics and Society Program Coordi-
nator. Substitutions may be approved with permis-
sion of the Politics and Society Program Coordinator.
Writing-Intensive (“W”) courses are included at all
levels and will be offered all semesters. Students are
encouraged to take a course in statistics and an
Inquiry course in a related area.
Required Courses
Seven 400-Level Courses
All of the following
POLT 401 Politics and Society
SOC 400 Introductory Sociology
ECN 411 Introduction to Macroeconomics
One of the following
HIST 410 Historical Survey of American Civilization
HIST 422 World History in the Modern Era
HIST 435/436 Western Civilization
One of the following
POLT 402 Introduction to American Politics
POLT 403 US and World Affairs
POLT 407 Law and Society
One of the following
ANTH 411 Global Perspectives on the Human Condition
ANTH 450 Race, Class and Power
One of the following
CMN 456 Propaganda and Persuasion
CMN 455 Mass Communication
Seven 500/600/700 Level Courses
Three of the following interdisciplinary “PS” courses
PS 501 Social and Political-Economic Theory
PS 502 Political Psychology
PS 503 Political Theory and Historical and Social Context
PS 504 Empire, Democracy and War
PS 505 Political Violence and Terrorism
PS 651 Selected Topics in Politics and Society
Three 500/600/700-level “PS-approved” courses in POLT or SOC must include at least one POLT course, except by permission of the PS Program Coordinator.
At least one course shall be at the 700-level.
One capstone 700-Level PS course
PS 701W: Senior Project and Interdisciplinary Senior Seminar in Politics and Society
Political Economy Minor
Students interested in pursuing a career in government, public service, business, communications or the law can add a breadth of perspective through the minor.
The Political Economy minor consists of five courses (20 credits total). Students must take five of the following courses, with no more than THREE from the same designation (i.e., no more than three ECN or three POLT), and no more than THREE at the 400-level:
ECN 411 (Introduction to Macroeconomic Principles)
ECN 412 (Introduction to Microeconomic Principles)
ECN 635 (Money, Banking and Macroeconomic Activity)
ECN 640 (Business, Law and Economics)
ECN 650 (Economics for Managers)
POLT 401 (Politics and Society)
POLT 403 (US and World Affairs)
POLT 560 (World Politics)
POLT 567 (Politics of Global Resources)
POLT 743 (Comparative Political Economy)
POLT 762 (International Political Economy)
HUMA 412 (Industry and Welfare)
HUMA 660 (Moral Dimension of Economic Life)
ADM 701 (Business, Government and Society)
Substitutions are permitted by permission of minor coordinators, Tom Birch and Michael Contarino.
For more information contact Michael Contarino at 603-641-4138 or Tom Birch at 603-641-4108.
Political Science Minor
The Political Science minor consists of five courses (20 credits total). These courses may be taken in any combination of the four fields and levels (400-700) offered. The fields to choose from are: American politics, political thought, comparative politics and international politics. It is recommended that no more than two courses be taken at the 400 level.
The minimum grade requirement is C- per course. Any grade lower than a C- will not count toward the minor. Students wishing to use transfer credits from abroad or other universities should meet with a political science advisor to determine eligibility toward the minor.
For more information contact Michael Contarino, Minor Supervisor, at 603-641-4138.
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Psychology
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Associate Professor: Gary S. Goldstein, Alison K. Paglia, John E. Sparrow
Psychology is the scientific study of behavior. The UNH Manchester psychology program provides students with a broad background in psychology, introducing them to both the experimental and clinical perspectives in the field. Students majoring in psychology will explore the fundamental principles involved in how people and animals learn and adapt to their environments.
The psychology program, through its independent study and internship programs, offers opportunities for participation in cooperating New Hampshire mental health, human services, and rehabilitation facilities. Students have worked in hospitals, halfway houses, mental health centers, and other agencies. The department also invites guest speakers to discuss important issues in the field.
Psychology graduates find employment as trained research assistants, mental health aides in a wide variety of human services agencies, social welfare caseworkers, teachers in special education programs, and professionals in government, business, and industry. It is normally expected that students who wish to do professional work in the field of psychology will pursue graduate training at the M.A., M.S., Ph.D., or Psy.D. level.
Psychology Program of Study
Students majoring in psychology must complete a minimum of 128 credits, satisfy the University’s Discovery Program and foreign language requirements and complete 44 credits with a minimum of C- in each course and a 2.0 overall grade-point average in all major requirements.
Transfer students who elect to major in psychology must complete at least 24 credits in the program at UNH/UNH Manchester to qualify for the degree in psychology. Transfer students must earn a total of 44 approved credits for completion of the psychology major. The department’s academic adviser will determine the distribution of these credits. Transfer students should note that courses are allotted only the number of credits granted by the original institution (after adjustments for semester-hour equivalents). Thus, students transferring from an institution at which courses carry less than four credits each must make up for any credit deficit created by acceptance of transfer credits into the psychology major.
Specific course selections should be discussed with the adviser. Exceptions to the requirements for the major require a petition to the department.
Program Requirements
A. Three core courses (PSYC 401, 402, and 502)
B. Four 500-level breadth courses, as follows:
Group I: Two courses:
PSYC 511, PSYC 512, PSYC 513, PSYC 521, PSYC 531, PSYC 591 (only Behaviorism section)
Group II: Two courses:
PSYC 552, PSYC 553, PSYC 561, PSYC 571, PSYC 581, PSYC 582
C. Four 700-level depth courses, as follows:
Group I: One or more:
PSYCH 702, 705, 710, 712, 713, 720, 722, 731, 733, 735, 737, 741A-D
Group II: One or more:
PSYC 702, 705, 755, 756, 758, 762, 763, 765, 771, 780, 783, 785, 791A-G, 793
The Durham psychology major has slightly different requirements. Students who plan to transfer to Durham should consult with their adviser.
For more information about the psychology program, contact Gary Goldstein, program coordinator, (603) 641-4179, or e-mail gary.goldstein@unh.edu. Or contact the UNH Manchester Office of Admissions at (603) 641-4150, e-mail unhm.admissions@unh.edu
Sign Language Interpretation (INTR)
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Associate Professor: Jack E. Hoza
Lecturer: Patrick F. McCarthy
The Sign Language Interpretation program at UNH Manchester is a specialized, in-depth program with a national reputation for quality and has twice been recognized at the national level. In 1999, the program became the first interpreting program in the country to be found in compliance with the National Interpreter Education Standards of the Conference of Interpreter Trainers (CIT). In 2007, the program became the first interpreting program in the nation to be accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Interpreter Education (CCIE). UNH Manchester also houses one of northern New England’s most comprehensive collections of books and media materials on sign language interpretation.
The program is guided by the premise that deaf people, as a linguistic minority, possess their own cultural values, literature, history, traditions and social conventions. Interpretation requires bilingual and bicultural competence in spoken English and American Sign Language. The Sign Language Interpretation program at UNH Manchester provides students with a strong theoretical foundation as a generalist in ASL/English interpretation and helps prepare students for either state-level interpreter screening or national Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) interpreter certification, depending on students’ skill level and experience.
Graduates may go on to pursue specialty areas in interpretation or related fields of study.
Students who complete the Bachelor of Science degree in Sign Language interpretation graduate with a varied and flexible academic base. Students also develop skills such as sustained powers of concentration, versatility in dealing with a variety of people and content areas, fast-thinking and excellent communication skills in the respective languages. Students seeking to become interpreters receive a foundation in American Sign Language, Deaf culture and the interpretation process, and their programs of study often include elective courses in linguistics, sociology, communication and psychology. Students also gain a thorough grounding in the liberal arts through the University’s general education Discovery program.
Graduates of the Sign Language Interpretation program may pursue careers in ASL/English interpretation, Deaf education, rehabilitation, health care, audiology, social work, counseling and the media. The program provides students with a varied and flexible academic base. Graduates are prepared for further study in such fields as psychology, communication, linguistics, sociology and anthropology.
Program of Study
Students must complete 64 credits in the major, 40 credits in the University’s Discovery program and 24 credits in elective courses. Students must complete 64 credits with a grade of C or better. Students who earn less than a C on a particular course may repeat that course only once. Students must achieve a GPA of 2.5 or better in major courses and must pass both ASL 531 and INTR 630 with at least a B- (or successfully demonstrate competence in American Sign Language and consecutive interpretation, respectively). Transfer students must complete a minimum of eight SLI courses at UNH Manchester.
Required Courses
Language Courses
ASL 435, American Sign Language I
ASL 436, American Sign Language II
ASL 531, American Sign Language III
ASL 532, American Sign Language IV
ASL 621, Advanced ASL Discourse I
ASL 622, Advanced ASL Discourse II
Culture and Linguistic Courses
INTR 438, A Sociocultural Perspective on the Deaf Community
INTR 539, Comparative Linguistic Analysis
for Interpreter
Interpreting Courses
INTR 430, Introduction to Interpretation
INTR 439, Ethics & Professional Standards
for Interpreters
INTR 540, Principles and Practice of Translation
INTR 630, Principles and Practice of
Consecutive Interpretation
INTR 636, Principles and Practice of
Simultaneous Interpretation
INTR 732, Simultaneous Interpretation of
Discussions, Speeches and Reports
INTR 734, Field Experience and Seminar I
INTR 735, Field Experience and Seminar II
For more information contact Jack Hoza, program director, at 603-641-4143 or jack.hoza@unh.edu; or contact the Office of Admissions.
American Sign Language and Deaf Studies Minor
To earn a minor in American Sign Language and Deaf Studies, students must complete 24 credits, with no individual grade lower than C-. Students must take the following courses
ASL 435, American Sign Language I
ASL 436, American Sign Language II
INTR 438, A Sociocultural Perspective on the Deaf Community
Three Elective Courses Chosen from the Following
ASL 531, American Sign Language III
ASL 532, American Sign Language IV
INTR 539, Comparative Linguistic Analysis
for Interpreters
ASL 599, Special Topics in ASL/Deaf Studies
ASL 621, Advanced ASL Discourse I
ASL 622, Advanced ASL Discourse II
For more information contact Jack Hoza, program director, at 603-641-4143 or jack.hoza@unh.edu.
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The Undeclared Option
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The “Undeclared” Option
Students who are admitted to UNH Manchester as bachelor’s degree candidates, but who prefer to postpone the declaration of a major or academic specialization, may do so through the undeclared option. Undeclared students may take until the second semester of their sophomore year to select a major.
Applicants for admission to UNH Manchester who are uncertain of their academic interests are encouraged to apply as undeclared. After admission undeclared students are assisted by academic advisors in purposeful exploration of academic interests and in making appropriate course selections. At UNH Manchester, the undeclared option can also be an effective way to prepare for entry to a variety of academic programs that are available at the Durham campus only. Students must declare a major by the time they attain 57 semester hours.
For more information about the Undeclared major, call the Office of Admissions at 603-641-4150 or email unhm.admissions@unh.edu.
Undeclared Program Requirements and Program of Study
To graduate from UNH, students must fulfill three types of requirements: University (Discovery Program), degree and major requirements.
While undeclared, students develop their program of study with the guidance of an academic advisor . They work toward completing their Discovery Program requirements and explore their interests and possible baccalaureate degree majors. Once a major is declared, the student follows the major program of study to fulfill graduation requirements.
To Graduate with a Baccalaureate Degree, Students must Complete the Following Requirements
Completion of at least 128 credits with a minimum cumulative grade-point average of 2.0.
Completion of four writing intensive courses, one of which must be ENGL 401, First-Year Writing
Completion of the University Discovery Program requirements
Proficiency in a foreign language.
Satisfaction of major requirements.
The last 32 hours of credit must be UNH courses completed following admission and matriculation, unless prior permission is granted to transfer part of this work from another institution.
