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Schedule of Classes
On-Site Session 2: 24 June - 11 August
Kadena Air Base   DSN: (315) 634-4383
kadena-asia@umgc.edu
asia.umgc.edu

On-Site Session 2: 24 June - 11 August

Course Class No. Section Start & End Date Day Time Status Location
GVPT 170 American Government (3)
A comprehensive study of government in the United States, including the basic principles of American government and political culture. The aim is to explain the vertical and horizontal structure of the American government and the roles of the three federal branches, bureaucracies, and the state governments; describe the development of the American political system and its impact on the political landscape; and explain the processes of the electoral system, political parties, and interest groups to persuade and influence. Institutions, processes, and public policies are examined from a cross-cultural perspective.
54457 A591 24 Jun 26-11 Aug 26 W 1800-2100 Open Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Layfield, David S. Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 7-week hybrid class; meets on-site
HRMN 300 Human Resource Management (3)
A basic study of the strategic role of human resource management. The objective is to apply knowledge of human behavior, labor relations, and current laws and regulations to a working environment. Topics include employment laws and regulations, diversity in a global economy, total rewards management, and training and development for organizational success. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 360, HRMN 300, or TMGT 360.
54458 A591 24 Jun 26-11 Aug 26 Th 1800-2100 Open Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Horigan, Damien P. Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 7-week 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.
54461 A591 24 Jun 26-11 Aug 26 W/M 1800-2100 Open Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Azama, Kisho Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 7-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.
54464 A592 24 Jun 26-11 Aug 26 W/M 1800-2100 Closed Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Kyuna, Ikumi Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 7-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.
54467 A591 24 Jun 26-11 Aug 26 W 1800-2100 Open Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Tadayon, Aziz Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 7-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.
54762 A592 24 Jun 26-11 Aug 26 Th 1800-2100 Open Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Smith-Breaux, Michelle A Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 7-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.
54472 A592 24 Jun 26-11 Aug 26 M 1800-2100 Open Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Anderson, Christopher J. Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 7-week hybrid class; meets on-site
PSYC 335 Theories of Personality (3)
(Formerly PSYC 435.) Prerequisite: PSYC 100. A study of major theories and perspectives on personality. The goal is to explain and evaluate major concepts in personality. Topics include trait, psychodynamic, behavioral, and humanistic theories. Methods of personality research and relevant findings are also introduced. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: PSYC 335 or PSYC 435.
54474 A591 24 Jun 26-11 Aug 26 Th 1800-2100 Open Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Anderson, Christopher J. Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 7-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.
54478 A591 24 Jun 26-11 Aug 26 Th/Tu 1130-1300 Open Kadena Air Base
Faculty: Mahoney, Christian M. Syllabus Course Materials
Note: 7-week hybrid class; meets on-site
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