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2018-2019 Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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History - Special Topics and First-Year Seminar

  
  • HIST 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Seminar

    (3-4)
    Course offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirement. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
  
  • HIST 271-4 - Special Topics in History

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. These courses may be distributed into categories II through IV as determined by department chair.
  
  • HIST 371-4 - Special Topics in History

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. These courses may be distributed into categories II through IV as determined by department chair.
  
  • HIST 471-4 - Special Topics in History

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. These courses may be distributed into categories II through IV above as determined by department chair.

Honors

  
  • HON 499 - Undergraduate Research in Honors

    (1-6)
    Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor or with an interdisciplinary team of faculty. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of the instructor. Can be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See program director.

Honors - Special Topics and First-Year Seminar

  
  • HON 171-4 - Special Topics in Honors

    (1-4)
    Special course designed for Honors students. These courses may be interdisciplinary or focused on a particular field. They emphasize reading and discussion of primary texts, experiential learning such as field trips, writing and oral skills, and critical thinking. See program director.
  
  • HON 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Seminar

    (3-4)
    Course offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirement. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
  
  • HON 181-3 - Readings for Honors

    (1-3)
    Readings under the supervision of faculty in a particular discipline or an interdisciplinary team of faculty. Prerequisite: contract among the student, supervising faculty and the Honors Program director. May be repeated up to a total of 6 hours credit with permission of the Honors Program director. Fall and Spring.
  
  • HON 271-4 - Special Topics in Honors

    (1-4)
    Special course designed for Honors students. These courses may be interdisciplinary or focused on a particular field. They emphasize reading and discussion of primary texts, experiential learning such as field trips, writing and oral skills, and critical thinking. See program director.
  
  • HON 281-3 - Readings for Honors

    (1-3)
    Readings under the supervision of faculty in a particular discipline or an interdisciplinary team of faculty. Prerequisite: contract among the student, supervising faculty and the Honors Program director. May be repeated up to a total of 6 hours credit with permission of the Honors Program director. Fall and Spring.
  
  • HON 371-4 - Special Topics in Honors

    (1-4)
    Special course designed for Honors students. These courses may be interdisciplinary or focused on a particular field. They emphasize reading and discussion of primary texts, experiential learning such as field trips, writing and oral skills, and critical thinking. See program director.
  
  • HON 381-3 - Readings for Honors

    (1-3)
    Readings under the supervision of faculty in a particular discipline or an interdisciplinary team of faculty. Prerequisite: contract among the student, supervising faculty and the Honors Program director. May be repeated up to a total of 6 hours credit with permission of the Honors Program director. Fall and Spring.
  
  • HON 471-4 - Special Topics in Honors

    (1-4)
    Special course designed for Honors students. These courses may be interdisciplinary or focused on a particular field. They emphasize reading and discussion of primary texts, experiential learning such as field trips, writing and oral skills, and critical thinking. See program director.
  
  • HON 481-3 - Readings for Honors

    (1-3)
    Readings under the supervision of faculty in a particular discipline or an interdisciplinary team of faculty. Prerequisite: contract among the student, supervising faculty and the Honors Program director. May be repeated up to a total of 6 hours credit with permission of the Honors Program director. Fall and Spring.

Humanities

  
  • HUM 124 - The Ancient World

    (4)
    Introduction to the Humanities sequence. Human history and cultural developments from the ancient civilizations of Africa and Asia to the disintegration of the Western Roman Empire, emphasizing both continuities and discontinuities across a wide range of ancient peoples, the intellectual and artistic heritage of the ancient world and the origins of major religions including Judaism, Buddhism and Christianity. Pre- or corequisite: LANG 120. Fall and Spring. 
  
  • HUM 214 - The Medieval and Renaissance World

    (4)
    A study of world civilization from the 4th to the 17th centuries emphasizing European developments, but also attending to parallel developments in African, Chinese, Japanese, Indian and Latin American cultures. Areas of study include philosophy, religion, history, art, literature, music and political systems. Prerequisite: HUM 124. Fall and Spring.
  
  • HUM 324 - The Modern World: Mid-17th to Mid-20th Century

    (4)
    Ideas and values from the scientific revolution of the 17th century to the Second World War. Emphasis is placed on the global impact of various revolutions: scientific, political, industrial and social (e.g., the rise of feminism), and their influence on philosophy, religion, literature and the arts. Prerequisite: HUM 214. Fall and Spring.
  
  • HUM 414 - The Individual in the Contemporary World

    (4)
    Global issues and recent history, both Western and non-Western, building on information gathered and questions raised in the preceding Humanities courses toward a fuller understanding of the responsibilities of and opportunities for humanity today. No credit given if credit received for LS 479. Prerequisites: 75 credit hours and HUM 124, 214, 324; LANG 120. Fall and Spring.
  
  • HUM 499 - Undergraduate Research in Humanities

    (1-6)
    Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See program director.

Humanities - Special Topics and First-Year Seminar

  
  • HUM 171-6 - Special Topics in Humanities

    (1-6)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • HUM 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Seminar

    (3-4)
    Course offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirement. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
  
  • HUM 271-6 - Special Topics in Humanities

    (1-6)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • HUM 371-6 - Special Topics in Humanities

    (1-6)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • HUM 471-6 - Special Topics in Humanities

    (1-6)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.

Human Rights Studies

  
  • HRST 201 - Perspectives on Human Rights

    (3-4)
    An introduction to human rights as understood from a variety of philosophical, political and cultural perspectives. The focus is primarily on the concept of human rights, how it has evolved into an international practice. The course draws from interdisciplinary source materials to investigate the impacts of international human rights doctrine around the world. Every year.

Human Rights Studies - Special Topics and First-Year Seminar

  
  • HRST 171-4 - Special Topics in Human Rights Studies

    (1-4)
    Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes.
  
  • HRST 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Seminar

    (3-4)


    Course offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.

     

  
  • HRST 271-4 - Special Topics in Human Rights Studies

    (1-4)
    Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes.
  
  • HRST 371-4 - Special Topics in Human Rights Studies

    (1-4)
    Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes.
  
  • HRST 471-4 - Special Topics in Human Rights Studies

    (1-4)
    Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes.

Interdisciplinary Studies

  
  • IST 200 - Ideas to Action

    (2)
    Students learn how to turn their ideas into plans that can become reality. They will be introduced to entrepreneurship, do a critical analysis of problems and needs, and work in interdisciplinary teams to design ventures. Students will form teams based on their interests, and will receive mentoring from professional entrepreneurs and other community leaders as they create their proposals with a market analysis, impact statement and financials. Students will present their work on-campus and have the opportunity to take their plans to the next level by participating in off-campus events. Fall.
  
  • IST 220 - Art and Science of Meditation

    (2)
    Though most often associated with spiritual practice, meditation has long played a role not only in many religious traditions but also in disciplinary traditions from philosophy to biology. With the broad goal of cultivating greater understanding of the diverse contexts and histories of meditation, this course will engage students in critical discourse on individual and interdisciplinary perspectives on meditation, as well as in personal practices to enhance academic and personal learning. As part of this course, students will: read texts that inform and challenge us to think and reflect about meditation; discuss how meditative practices can be incorporated into methodologies of various disciplines and sectors; explore disciplinary perspectives on meditation, from current brain function and health sciences to empathy, sympathy, and compassion toward others in the larger world community. As a way to assimilate knowledge with personal experience, we will engage in individual and group meditative practices throughout the semester. Spring.
  
  • IST 290 - Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies

    (3)
    Introduces students to interdisciplinary studies by providing an overview of interdisciplinary theories and practices. Focusing on a particular topic, students will explore what it means to undertake an interdisciplinary study. Students planning an Individual Degree Concentration will begin work on their student portfolio. Spring.
  
  • IST 325 - Internship: Exploring Career Choices

    (3)
    Designed for students participating in exploratory internships to clarify and/or advance their career goals. Provides a structured and guided learning environment to help students reflect on the meaning of their internship experience. Students must arrange an internship placement prior to the start of the course and meet with the Career Center’s Internship Coordinator for internship site approval. Although the Career Center does not provide internship placements, it offers assistance and resources to assist students. Open to students from all majors and academic levels. Fall and Spring.
  
  • IST 495 - Interdisciplinary Colloquium

    (1)
    Students formally present and discuss their research findings, creative work, and/or field experiences. Students are required to orally demonstrate mastery of their projects and the significance and implications of their work. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Spring.
  
  • IST 499 - Undergraduate Research in Interdisciplinary Studies

    (1-6)
    Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See program director.

Interdisciplinary Studies - Special Topics

  
  • IST 171-6 - Interdisciplinary Special Topics

    (1-6)
    Course which do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • IST 271-6 - Interdisciplinary Special Topics

    (1-6)
    Course which do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • IST 371-6 - Interdisciplinary Special Topics

    (1-6)
    Course which do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • IST 471-6 - Interdisciplinary Special Topics

    (1-6)
    Course which do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.

International Studies

  
  • INTS 201 - Introduction to Global Studies

    (4)
    An introductory interdisciplinary course in international studies that examines the historical, political, economic, social, cultural, and ethical forces that shape the contemporary world. Major regions of the world will be covered. The course provides students with interdisciplinary intellectual and conceptual tools to understand and explain global phenomena in our interconnected, interdependent, dynamic, and hybridizing world. Fall.
     
  
  • INTS 214 - Philosophy of Human Rights (PHIL 214)

    (4)
    An analytical and historical introduction to the concept of human rights. Readings will be drawn from both historically significant and contemporary philosophical sources. See program director.
  
  • INTS 301 - Globalization: An Interdisciplinary Study

    (4)
    Provides students with interdisciplinary tools to understand human interactions at the global level. Using a broadly interdisciplinary and cross‐regional approach, this advanced course in international studies examines both historical and contemporary perspectives on globalization. By focusing on the interconnections and interdependence between political, economic, and technological forces that shape the interrelations between peoples, societies, and cultures, this course will seek to explain some of the emerging challenges confronting our globalized world and common humanity today. Even years Spring.
     
  
  • INTS 305 - Close Encounters of the Third Kind: East Asian Cultures through Film (ASIA 305)

    (4)
    An interdisciplinary course that comparatively engages East Asian cultures in the context of the immense political and cultural transformations over the past century as represented in popular cinema. It aims to critically examine questions of aesthetics and genres as they relate to these East Asian cinemas; the social, cultural and political contexts for negotiating issues ranging from history, nationalism, geopolitics, globalization to urban culture, gender and sexuality; and the contexts for the global reception of these films. No language prerequisites. Spring.
  
  • INTS 310 - East Asian Literature in Translation (ASIA 310)

    (4)
    An interdisciplinary course that explores the ways in which literature has served as both a culturally determined medium for the representations and perceptions about East Asia, and a reflection of the diverse expressions of East Asian cultures. This course introduces students to East Asian literatures in translation and uses literature as a window into East Asian cultures and sensibilities. Students focus on genres, writers, and literary styles and movements that have left a lasting mark on East Asian literary history; they also focus on how East Asian aesthetics differ from the Western norms. Odd years Fall.
  
  • INTS 320 - Southeast Asia in the New Global Era (ASIA 320)

    (4)
    An interdisciplinary study of the interconnections between the historical, political, cultural, and social factors that have shaped the countries of both maritime and mainland Southeast Asia, as well as the relations between these countries. This course will also examine dominant intraregional forces that have shaped the Southeast Asia region, including relations between the region and outside powers such as the United States, Europe, China, and Japan. Odd years Fall.
     
  
  • INTS 330 - Asia in the 21st Century (ASIA 330)

    (4)
    An interdisciplinary course that examines the historical, political, strategic, cultural, social and ethical ramifications to the global order of the rise of China, India, and other newly industrialized countries in Asia. This course will focus on the ways in which the rise of Asia is shaping the interrelations between peoples, societies, cultures, and histories globally in the 21st century. Odd years Spring.
     
  
  • INTS 334 - Nation-Building, Identity and Diversity in South Asia (ASIA 334)

    (4)
    A comprehensive view and understanding of socio-political processes of ethnic identities and diversities that make Bangladesh, Nepal, India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka an important focus of international analysis, discourse, and research. The processes of nationbuilding, politics and democratic challenges are explored. The course focus is to deliberate on strategic policies and constructive resolutions for conditions conducive to regional harmony and development. Spring.
  
  • INTS 354 - The Nuclear Dilemma

    (3)


    Students examine the challenges associated with nuclear power, weapons, terrorism and international security issues connected to nuclear weapons. International renewable energy development as an alternative to nuclear power and its associated potential for nuclear weapons proliferation is also examined. Spring.

     

  
  • INTS 361 - Contemporary Issues in World Affairs

    (3)
    A seminar facilitating discussion of current international issues. Students are required to attend public presentations or activities addressing contemporary world affairs, pursue additional independent research on selected topics, followed by directed discussions in a seminar setting. Fall and Spring.
  
  • INTS 364 - Gender and Development in South Asia (ASIA 364)

    (4)
    The contemporary South Asia presents challenging social, cultural, and political issues that structure gender relations in the region. The course seeks to help students understand the interface between gender and public policy in South Asia. Issues of gender injustice, gender gaps in policy, and women’s voices and empowerment in the region are explored. Fall.
  
  • INTS 365 - International Experiential Learning Project

    (3-6)
    Students participate in an experiential learning project or internship with an international focus. The project or internship requires advance approval of the International Studies director. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of the instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 credit hours. See International Studies director.
  
  • INTS 494 - Capstone in International Studies

    (4)
    The capstone course for the International Studies concentration offers students the opportunity to integrate learning from a variety of disciplines. The capstone may either be in the form of a research project or thesis on a topic related to international studies. Major competency is demonstrated through successful completion of INTS 494. A written paper and oral presentation are required. Fall and Spring.
  
  • INTS 499 - Undergraduate Research in International Studies

    (1-6)
    Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See International Studies director.

International Studies - Special Topics and First-Year Seminar

  
  • INTS 171-6 - Special Topics in International Studies

    (1-6)
    Course with significant international content that do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See International Studies director.
  
  • INTS 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Seminar

    (3-4)
    Course offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirement. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
  
  • INTS 271-6 - Special Topics in International Studies

    (1-6)
    Course with significant international content that do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See International Studies director.
  
  • INTS 371-6 - Special Topics in International Studies

    (1-6)
    Course with significant international content that do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See International Studies director.
  
  • INTS 471-6 - Special Topics in International Studies

    (1-6)
    Course with significant international content that do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See International Studies director.

Joint Engineering-Mechatronics

  
  • JEM 123 - Introduction to Computer Aided Design for Mechatronics Engineering

    (1)
    In this laboratory course, students will be exposed to the fundamentals of graphical communication and computer aided design. Pre- or corequisite: E 101. Fall and Spring.
  
  • JEM 180 - Introduction to Mechatronics Laboratory

    (2)
    This course introduces students to the mechatronic engineering discipline as a synergistic combination of mechanical and electrical engineering, computer science, and control and information technology. Fundamental concepts in mechatronics engineering and design are introduced including analog and digital electronics, serial communication, sensors, actuators, motors, microcontrollers, and microcontroller interfacing to electromechanical systems. This is a “hands-on” course; all concepts will be introduced in an interactive lab/lecture environment. Two design projects are required with ample opportunity for self-guided exploration and creativity. Pre- or corequisite: JEM 123. Spring.
  
  • JEM 360 - Advanced Mechatronic Design Laboratory

    (2)
    This is a hands-on lecture-lab course focused on the design of microcontroller-based systems that interact with their environment and communicate over the Internet, the quintessential thing on the Internet of Things (IoT). We will pay particular attention to robotic things. This course has two primary objectives: (1) to provide an understanding of design strategy, and (2) to provide an understanding of technology used in creating IoT things. Prerequisites: JEM 180, ECE 209 and junior standing in the major. Pre- or corequisite: ECE 306. Fall.
  
  • JEM 420 - Mechatronics Systems Modeling

    (3)
    This is an introductory course devoted to the development of mathematical models of mechatronics engineering systems while also providing a strong foundation in the basic principles of electro mechanics and electric machinery. The course will introduce the fundamental concepts of modeling, Laplace Transforms, Fourier Transforms, computer simulation and control theory. In addition, it will provide the basis for understanding many real-world electric machinery applications. Prerequisite: ECE 306; MAE 315, 435. Fall.
  
  • JEM 484 - Senior Design Project in Mechatronics Engineering I

    (3)
    In this laboratory course, students will be exposed to the fundamentals of the engineering design process via the construction of a prototype mechatronic system in a team environment. Prerequisites: ECE 306, JEM 360, MAE 201, 214, 435. Fall.
  
  • JEM 485 - Senior Design Project in Mechatronics Engineering II

    (3)
    In this laboratory course, students will develop and refine oral, written, and graphical communication skills as their senior design project is finalized, presented and demonstrated. The course is conducted in a team environment. Prerequisite: JEM 484. Spring.

Joint Engineering-Mechatronics - Special Topics and First-Year Seminar

  
  • JEM 171-4 - Special Topics in Engineering-Mechatronics

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • JEM 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Seminar

    (3-4)
    Course offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirement. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
  
  • JEM 271-4 - Special Topics in Engineering-Mechatronics

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • JEM 371-4 - Special Topics in Engineering-Mechatronics

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • JEM 471-4 - Special Topics in Engineering-Mechatronics

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.

Language

  
  • LANG 120 - Academic Writing and Critical Inquiry

    (4)
    Emphasizes writing as a tool of discovery and analysis; practice in active, critical reading; and attention to rhetorical situations and choices. It also introduces students to various discourse communities, modes, and conventions; research and information literacy skills; and the revision process. A grade of C- or better is required. LANG 120 must be completed within the first two semesters of enrollment at UNC Asheville. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LANG 260 - Introduction to Creative Writing

    (4)
    A first workshop experience for students interested in the composition of poetry, fiction and other imaginative writing. Prerequisite: C- in LANG 120. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LANG 311 - Tutoring Writing I

    (1)
    Offered for student tutors in their first semester of tutoring in the University Writing Center. Approaches to both writing process and tutoring process. Emphasis on discovering one’s own processes and appreciating diverse approaches to writing, including working with students from across the curriculum and those whose first language is not English. (Grading S/U). Prerequisite: permission of the University Writing Center director. Fall.
  
  • LANG 312 - Tutoring Writing II

    (1)
    Offered for student tutors in their second semester of tutoring in the University Writing Center. Students will investigate writing center scholarship. Participation in a research project that both develops tutoring skills and makes a contribution to the campus writing center community. (Grading S/U). Prerequisite: LANG 311 and permission of the University Writing Center director. Spring.
  
  • LANG 340 - Internship in Writing

    (1-4)
    Offers opportunities for supervised work in professional settings. Students gain experience in fields including editing, multimodal composing, publishing, and bookselling. May be repeated once for a maximum of 4 credit hours. Will not fulfill English elective requirements. Prerequisite: minimum 3.0 GPA. See department chair or internship coordinator.
  
  • LANG 350 - Academic Publishing

    (4)
    Principles of academic publishing with opportunities for students to develop, design, edit, and layout electronic publications, including scholarly journals and book projects and individual academic articles under review. While analytical approaches to language, rhetorical communication strategies and editing methods are addressed, this course emphasizes practice, with extensive experience provided using digital tools and software requisite with the current publishing industry as each particular project demands. Prerequisites: LANG 120; LIT 240. Every other year.
  
  • LANG 354 - Professional Writing

    (4)
    A workshop in advanced prose writing including job materials, applications, proposals, marketing materials, technical and professional writing, and grant applications. Includes project development and management, document design, professional editing, visual rhetoric, formal presentations, and service learning collaboration with local nonprofit organizations. Prerequisite: LANG 120. Every other year.
  
  • LANG 361 - Poetry Writing Workshop

    (4)
    Workshop in the study, practice, craft, and art of poetry. Students write poetry and also learn how to critique peer work-in-progress. The study, from a poet’s point-of-view, of exemplary texts contemporary and traditional poems as well as statements of poetics, will be included. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: LANG 260 or permission of instructor. Every year.
  
  • LANG 363 - Fiction Writing Workshop

    (4)
    A workshop in the craft and art of fiction writing. Students are introduced to the basic elements of fiction craft, such as scene, story structure, and characterization, and employ them in in-class exercises and assignments, leading to story drafts that are peer-critiqued and revised. Close reading of master works help inform and inspire craft choices. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: LANG 260 or permission of instructor. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LANG 365 - Playwriting Workshop

    (4)
    Beginning playwriting; development of scenario, dialogue and scenes; the writing of an original one-act play. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: LANG 260 or permission of instructor. Every year.
  
  • LANG 366 - Creative Non-Fiction Workshop

    (4)
    A workshop in the writing of creative non-fiction essays. Through the use of immersion reporting, students will learn to accurately portray a subject through narrative development, scenic construction, point of view, symbolic representation, voice, dialogue and descriptive detail. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: LANG 260 or permission of instructor. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LANG 395 - Contemporary English Grammar

    (2)
    Studies the English language across a range of spoken and written registers, including vernacular and “standard” English. The course considers, in particular, English grammatical structures, stylistics, and contextualized patterns of use. Fall.
  
  • LANG 396 - The Teaching of Writing

    (2)
    Survey of rhetoric and composition theories, methods for teaching and assessing writing, and pedagogical practices for inclusive learning environments. This course is designed for teaching licensure students. Students work with their own writing, engage in a service learning project, and develop curriculum materials for teaching reading and writing to middle or high school students. Fall.
  
  • LANG 494 - Senior Seminar in Creative Writing

    (4)
    Students will work closely with a faculty mentor to develop a significant manuscript of poetry, fiction, creative non-fiction, several one act plays, or a full-length play, presenting a portion of this senior project to the public at the end of the semester. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. A research paper and formal public presentation are required. Prerequisites: declared concentration in creative writing or permission of instructor. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of the instructor. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LANG 499 - Undergraduate Research in Creative Writing

    (1-4)
    Individual work in poetry, fiction or playwriting for advanced writing majors. Prerequisites: admission to concentration in creative writing and one course from LANG 361, 363, 365 or 366, or permission of instructor. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of the instructor. May be repeated for a total of 8 hours credit. See department chair.

Language - Special Topics and First-Year Seminar

  
  • LANG 171-4 - Special Topics in Language

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
  
  • LANG 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Seminar

    (3-4)
    Course offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirement. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
  
  • LANG 271-4 - Special Topics in Language

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
  
  • LANG 371-4 - Special Topics in Language

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
  
  • LANG 471-4 - Special Topics in Language

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.

Languages and Literatures

  
  • LL 313 - Language and Contexts

    (2)
    Engages the students with material that enhances their political and intercultural awareness through the appreciation and study of varied histories and traditions. The course provides the students in Languages and Literatures with a forum to reflect across nations and cultures. Through the study and evaluation of authentic materials and with the exposure to current theories on cultural criticism and linguistics, the goal is to explore how media —history, the arts, other forms of communication— reflects and influences language and culture. The approaches to these inquiries are diverse so the specific content of the class will vary depending on the instructor. Course is taught in English. Prerequisite: One course from FREN 230, GERM 220 or SPAN 220; or permission of instructor. Fall.

Legal Studies - Special Topics and First-Year Seminar

  
  • LEGL 171-3 - Special Topics in Legal Studies

    (1-3)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • LEGL 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Seminar

    (3-4)
    Course offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirement. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
  
  • LEGL 271-3 - Special Topics in Legal Studies

    (1-3)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • LEGL 371-3 - Special Topics in Legal Studies

    (1-3)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • LEGL 471-3 - Special Topics in Legal Studies

    (1-3)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.

Liberal Arts

  
  • LA 478 - Cultivating Global Citizenship

    (4)
    A topical capstone seminar, ordinarily taken in the final year, that asks students to address an issue or a group of related issues of current and future importance from an interdisciplinary or multidisciplinary perspective. Students will be expected to integrate the knowledge they have acquired through their major with the wider perspectives provided in their liberal arts core courses. This requirement must be fulfilled in residence. Prerequisites: 75 credit hours and HUM 124, 214 and 324. No credit given if credit received for HUM 414. Fall and Spring.

Liberal Arts - Special Topics and First-Year Seminar

  
  • LA 171-4 - Special Topics in Liberal Arts

    (1-4)
    Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • LA 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Seminar (DEPT 178)

    (3-4)
    A topical seminar for all incoming first‐year students, this course introduces the study and construction of knowledge in the liberal arts setting. Perspectives on knowledge acquisition, skill development, cognitive growth and aesthetic appreciation may be addressed. The responsibilities, challenges and rewards of college life, as well as the culture and opportunities specific to UNC Asheville and the Asheville community, will be emphasized. The Liberal Arts First-Year Seminar is open to first-year students only. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. Students may receive credit for only one section of LA 178. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LA 271-4 - Special Topics in Liberal Arts

    (1-4)
    Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
 

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