Course descriptions
Each summer, there are new courses that may not included in the undergraduate calendar. Below you will find some of these courses that are planned for UNB Saint John this summer 2013.
Biology 3015: Wildlife Ecotourism (3ch) - A biological and ecological approach to the global phenomenon of wildlife tourism, with emphasis on ecotourism. The course will introduce students to the history, concepts, principles, marketing, planning and management of wildlife ecotourism activities and development which promote cultural and environmental awareness and local economic benefits. An in-depth analysis of the pros and cons of the wildlife ecotourism industry will also be investigated using both local, national, and international case studies. Prerequisites: The completion of at least 60 credit hours of university courses.
.......CANCELLED......Biology 3315: Marine Pollution (3ch) - This course will provide a detailed introduction to the major categories of anthropogenic impacts on marine systems. For each type of waste examined the mechanisms of effect, sources, and impacts on the plants, animals and cycles in the marine and estuarine environments will be explored. The implications these effects have for human health, food resources, commercial interest and wildlife conservation will be examined as well. Prerequisites: BIOL 2585, CHEM 1041,CHEM 1072.
Biology 4175: Advance Studies in Marine Mammalogy (3ch) - This course will offer an advanced and in-depth course in marine mammal biology, ecology, and conservation. While Biology 4645 offered an introductory overview, this advanced course will cover more specific topics in more detail such as research methods, population estimation, advanced physiology, and more political or ethical issues, such as whaling and captivity. Prerequisites: At least 60 credit hours of university courses which includes Biology 2615 and Biology 4645 or by permission of instructor.
Economics 3923: Tourism Economics (3ch) - Tourism is the largest industry worldwide and is one of the largest employers. As such it has impacts both positive and negative towards regional and national economies. This course will examine the economics of tourism with respect to businesses, communities, and nations as well as consumer demand. Prerequisites: ECON 1013 and ECON 1023.
Education 3355: Issues & Strategies in Media Literacy (3ch) - The media are crucial institutions in today’s society and yet as citizens and consumers we take their operation for granted. This course explores some of the main issues facing the media in society (how are they organized, how do the media produce meaning and construct reality). The course will also explore techniques for teachers and students to develop critical media literacy skills about how content is created, the purpose and effects of media messages and how we accept and reject those messages. Surveying current research and pedagogical techniques, the course will familiarize students with techniques to foster media literacy in children so that they can critically analyze media content, understand who produces that content and how they can use different forms of media in creative and responsible ways. Prerequisites: ED 3355 is open only to BA/BED students NOTE: CROSS LISTED WITH ICS 3355 – credit cannot be granted for both offerings.
Electrical and Computer Engineering 1813: Electricity and Magnetism 4ch (3C 1T 2L): An introduction to the fundamentals of electricity and magnetism and applications. Covers concepts of charge, voltage, current, power, energy, electric and magnetic fields, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Includes resistors, resistance, Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff’s voltage and current laws, some electrical properties of materials. Electric sources, simple series, parallel, and series-parallel DC circuits and branch current analysis are examined. The basic concepts of digital switching logic are introduced, including gates and truth tables. Energy conversion and simple electric machines are examined. The behaviour and use of common sensors and transducers are discussed. Prerequisites: two years of high school physics. Corequisite: MATH 1003.
Electrical and Computer Engineering 2213: Digital Systems 4ch (3C 1T 3L) - Introduces the design of digital systems, including basic design concepts and implementation technology, number representations, synthesis of combinational and sequential logic, and the use of HDL and computer-based design tools. Prerequisites: CS 1003 or CS 1073 or equivalent. Recommended co-requisite: ECE 1813 or EE1813.
Engineering 1082: Mechanics for Engineers 4ch (3C 1T 2L) - Introduction to the fundamental concepts of vector analysis, and its application to the analysis of particles and rigid bodies. The static analysis of particles and rigid bodies, including practical applications such as the analysis of trusses, frames and machines. The static analysis of structural systems including the analysis of internal forces and bending moments in beams. The analysis of kinematics of particle motion along straight and curved paths. The analysis of kinetic motion for particles based on force and acceleration, and work and energy. The course topics focus on visualizing concepts in mechanics, and developing problem solving strategies. Prerequisites: PHYS 1081, MATH 1003 and MATH 1503 (or MATH 2213 or equivalent).
English 3713: Special Topics: Environmental literature: from Transcendentalism to Environmentalism (3ch) - This course is designed to expose students to a wide variety of writing about the environment, drawing largely from literary traditions. Ranging from the American transcendentalists of the early nineteenth century to contemporary writers of fiction and non-fiction, these texts are united by a focus on the natural world and our place in relationship to it. In response to a variety of readings as well as contemporary issues, students will be asked to explore creative nature writing, write analytical literary responses to texts, make presentations, lead class discussions, and finally write and present a review of an additional text, drawing a conclusion which focuses on human action in the face of a growing environmental crisis. Prerequisites: 3 term-courses at the lower level unless special permission is obtained from the instructor.
Information Communication Studies 3355: Issues & Strategies in Media Literacy (3ch) - The media are crucial institutions in today’s society and yet as citizens and consumers we take their operation for granted. This course explores some of the main issues facing the media in society (how are they organized, how do the media produce meaning and construct reality). The course will also explore techniques for teachers and students to develop critical media literacy skills about how content is created, the purpose and effects of media messages and how we accept and reject those messages. Surveying current research and pedagogical techniques, the course will familiarize students with techniques to foster media literacy in children so that they can critically analyze media content, understand who produces that content and how they can use different forms of media in creative and responsible ways. Prerequisites: ICS 3355 requires successful completion of 2 term-courses in ICS including ICS 1001. NOTE: CROSS LISTED WITH ED3355 - credit cannot be granted for both offerings.
Sociology 2205: Interpersonal Relations (3 ch) - An introduction to a variety of perspectives designed to provide insight into social interaction on the interpersonal level. Attention is also given to some of the methodological problems involved in achieving a better understanding of this area of social life. Prerequisites: None.
Sociology 3386: Sociology of Religion (3ch) - In an age of online religion, mega-churches, new age spirituality and globalization, this course examines ways that religious groups and their members are effecting and being affected by changes in society. Prerequisites: 15 term-courses Faculty of Arts courses (e.g., sociology, history, politics, English, philosophy, etc.), or permission of the instructor.
Sociology 3531: Sociology of Multiculturalism (3ch) - This course will examine the case for and against multiculturalism and mass immigration in Canada and the Western world. Prerequisites: 3 term-courses (9 ch) in Sociology including SOCI 1001.
.......CANCELLED......Sport & Exercise Psychology 4993 / SEP 4994: Selected Topics I & II: Canada's Sporting Heritage: Identities and Ideologies (3ch) - This course offers a historical perspective on the development of sport and leisure in Canada. While paying attention to important episodes in the relationship between sport and the nation, this course explores such major themes as race, class, gender, and sexuality as well as amateurism, professionalism, and the construction of community identities, revealing how Canada’s sporting heritage informs the way we understand ourselves, and our society. Prerequisites: SEP2032 or permission of the instructor. Credit cannot be earned for both SEP 4993 and HIST 4387 or SEP 4994 and HIST 4387.
.......CANCELLED......Politics 3502: Public Policy and Societal Values (3 ch) - The course examines Canadian government responses to moral issues such as gambling, prostitution, pornography, euthanasia (right to die), capital punishment, same-sex marriage, abortion, legalization of marijuana, etc. Prerequisites: Pols 1201 or permission of instructor.
