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On-Site Session 2: 11 March - 5 May
Kadena Air Base   DSN: (315) 634-4383
kadena-asia@umgc.edu
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On-Site Session 2: 11 March - 5 May

Course Class No. Section Start & End Date Day Time Status Location
ARTH 334 Understanding Movies (3)
(Formerly HUMN 334.) An analysis of one of the most important means of artistic expression of the 20th century. The goal is to acquire a deeper understanding of the aesthetic qualities of film by considering the stylistic elements of film as it has evolved throughout the century and weighing the special relationship between cinema and literature. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ARTH 334, HUMN 334, or HUMN 498D.
8272 A561 11 Mar 26-05 May 26 M 1800-2100 Closed Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Scott, Cord A. Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site; connected via Zoom from Kadena (host site with faculty present) to Yokota
ECON 203 Principles of Microeconomics (3)
An analysis of the economic principles underlying the behavior of individual consumers and business firms. The goal is to apply select microeconomic theories to real-world situations. Emphasis is on market theory. Topics include the implications of government intervention, technological innovation, the advantages and disadvantages of different market structures, and income distribution and poverty.
8955 A561 11 Mar 26-05 May 26 Th 1800-2100 Open Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Laraqui, Saad Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site
HIST 115 World History I (3)
A survey of global civilization from prehistory to the 1500s. The aim is to explain the impact of environmental conditions on the development of civilizations using basic geographical knowledge; describe how human contact, global connections, and migrations contribute to the development of civilizations; and compare the development of institutions (social, political, familial, cultural, and religious) to explain their impact on societal transformations. Focus is on examining what history is and thinking critically about history by analyzing historical approaches and methods.
8754 A561 11 Mar 26-05 May 26 W 1255-1555 Closed Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Scott, Cord A. Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 8-week High School hybrid class; meets on-site
JAPN 111 Elementary Japanese I (3)
For online sections, sound card, microphone, speakers and occasional synchronous work required. (Not open to native speakers of Japanese: assumes no prior knowledge of Japanese. Students with prior experience with the Japanese language should take a placement test to assess appropriate level.) An introduction to spoken and written Japanese language. The objective is to communicate in Japanese in some concrete, real-life situations using culturally appropriate language; read and write hiragana; and read some katakana words in context.
8280 A562 11 Mar 26-05 May 26 W/M 1800-2100 Open Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Taira, Kumi Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 8-week class; meets on-site
JAPN 112 Elementary Japanese II (3)
For online sections, sound card, microphone, speakers, and occasional synchronous work required. (Not open to native speakers of Japanese.) Prerequisite: JAPN 111 or appropriate score on a placement test. A continued introduction to spoken and written Japanese. The goal is to communicate in Japanese in concrete, real-life situations using culturally appropriate language; read and write katakana; and recognize some kanji characters in context. Practice is provided in improving pronunciation and developing the oral and written skills used in everyday communication.
8282 A562 11 Mar 26-05 May 26 Th/Tu 1800-2100 Open Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Matsuoka, Kazue Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 8-week class; meets on-site
MATH 105 Topics for Mathematical Literacy (3)
(For students who do not need a college algebra, statistics, or higher-level mathematics course. Meets the general education requirement in mathematics.) An investigation of contemporary topics in mathematics. The aim is to apply mathematical processes to solve problems involving exponential and logarithmic modeling, personal finance, probability, basic logical thinking, and statistical reasoning.
8283 A561 11 Mar 26-05 May 26 W 1800-2100 Open Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Tadayon, Aziz Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site
NUTR 100 Elements of Nutrition (3)
A study of the scientific and quantitative foundations of the applied science of human nutrition. The goal is to understand how nutrition reflects an integration across scientific disciplines and how foods provide important nutrients that provide substance and energy for healthy living. Topics include scientific reasoning, healthy meal planning, and weight management. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: NUTR 100 or NUTR 200.
9852 A562 11 Mar 26-05 May 26 Tu 1800-2100 Open Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Smith-Breaux, Michelle A Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site
PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology (3)
A survey of the basic principles, research concepts, and problems in psychological science. The biological, cognitive, and social perspectives of human thought and behavior are addressed. The goal is to apply major concepts and use the scientific method to enhance the understanding of individual, community, and organizational life experiences. Topics include neuroscience, sensation and perception, learning and conditioning, memory, motivation, language and intelligence, personality and social behavior, and psychopathology and therapy. Applications of psychology are also presented. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BEHS 101 or PSYC 100.
8294 A562 11 Mar 26-05 May 26 Th 1800-2100 Open Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Anderson, Christopher J. Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site
STAT 200 Introduction to Statistics (3)
An introduction to statistics. The objective is to assess the validity of statistical conclusions; organize, summarize, interpret, and present data using graphical and tabular representations; and apply principles of inferential statistics. Focus is on selecting and applying appropriate statistical tests and determining reasonable inferences and predictions from a set of data. Topics include methods of sampling; percentiles; concepts of probability; probability distributions; normal, t-, and chi-square distributions; confidence intervals; hypothesis testing of one and two means; proportions; binomial experiments; sample size calculations; correlation; regression; and analysis of variance (ANOVA). Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BEHS 202, BEHS 302, BMGT 230, ECON 321, GNST 201, MATH 111, MGMT 316, PSYC 200, SOCY 201, STAT 100, STAT 200, STAT 225, or STAT 230.
9940 A561 11 Mar 26-05 May 26 W 1800-2100 Open Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Wills, David F. Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site
WRTG 111 Foundations of Writing and Communication (3)
The first course in the two-course series WRTG 111 - WRTG 112. Fulfills the general education requirement in communications. An introduction to essential skills in reading, writing, and speaking for academic and professional contexts. The goal is to develop proficiency in creating and analyzing different types of communication, including written, spoken, visual, and multimodal formats, while connecting ideas with others perspectives. Topics include integrating sources with attribution, exploring ethical and effective use of AI in communication, and making rhetorical choices to achieve clarity and audience engagement. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: WRTG 100A, WRTG 111, or WRTG 111X.
8298 A562 08 Apr 26-05 May 26 Th/Tu 1800-2100 Open Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Nieubuurt, Joshua T. Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 4-week hybrid class; meets on-site
WRTG 112 Academic Writing II (3)
(The second course in the two-course series WRTG 111-WRTG 112. Fulfills the general education requirement in communications.) Continued practice in reading, writing, and critical thinking with an emphasis on research and argumentation. The goal is to implement strategies for analyzing ideas and rhetorical techniques in academic texts and for conducting academic research. Focus is on writing an argumentative research paper that synthesizes information and ideas from multiple sources and demonstrates critical thinking, varied rhetorical strategies, proper source documentation, and effective language use. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ENGL 101, ENGL 101X, WRTG 101, WRTG 101S, WRTG 101X, WRTG 112, or WRTG 112X.
8299 A561 11 Mar 26-05 May 26 W 1800-2100 Open Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Nieubuurt, Joshua T. Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site
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