Acadia University Senate
AGENDA


SENATE AGENDA FOR 10 February 2003

29 January 2003

Dear Member of Senate:

I advise you that a meeting of the Senate of Acadia University will occur at 4:00 p.m., Monday, 10 February 2002 in Room 132 of the Beveridge Arts Centre.  The AGENDA follows:

1)  Minutes of the Meeting of  13 January 2003

2) Announcements and  Communications
 
3) Business Arising from the Minutes
 a)  Curriculum Committee – Report as attached to Agenda for 13 January 2003 as
      item 4)c)  (023-26 to 44-CRE)
 b)  Curriculum Committee – Revised Report to supercede that in Item 3)a)
     – Bachelor of Arts Program Changes (023-47-CRE) *
        – English (023-48-CRE) *
      – History and Classics (023-49-CRE) *
      – Languages and Literatures (023-50-CRE) *
      – Music (023-51-CRE) *
      – Political Science (023-52-CRE) *
      -- Sociology (023-53-CRE) *
      – Bachelor of Science with Honours Program Change
        (023-54-CRE) *
      – Biology (023-55-CRE) *
      – Chemistry (023-56-CRE) *
      – Computer Science Graduate Program Changes
        (023-57-CRE) *
      – Computer Science Undergraduate Program Changes
        (023-58-CRE) *
      -- Engineering Program Changes (023-59-CRE) *
      – Geology (023-60-CRE) *
      – Mathematics and Statistics Graduate Program Changes
        (023-61-CRE) *
      – Mathematics and Statistics Undergraduate Program
        Changes (023-62-CRE) *
      – Nutrition and Dietetics (023-63-CRE) *

Page 2/Senate Agenda/13Jan03

      -- Physics (023-64-CRE) *
      – Psychology (023-65-CRE) *
      – Business Administration (023-66-CRE) *
      – Education (023-67-CRE) *
       – Recreation Management and Kinesiology
         (023-68-CRE) *

4) New Business
 a) Dean of Research & Graduate Studies – Chair  of REB (023-46-RGS) *
       b)      Curriculum Committee – Submission Procedure – Course Additions &
                  Deletions (023-69-CRE) *
 
5) Other Business
 
Yours sincerely,
 
 
 

Rosemary Jotcham
Acting Registrar and Secretary of Senate

Items Carried Over
 - Report from Task Force on Academic Integrity

Attachment 3)b)
Senate Agenda/10Feb03
(023-47 to 68-CRE)

FACULTY OF ARTS
Program changes (023-47-CRE)
Bachelor of Arts with Options
Add Soci 2343 (Sociology of Aging) and Soci 3808 (Lesbian and Gay Studies) to the list of courses within the option

Change Bachelor of Arts with Options in Canadian Studies to Bachelor of Arts with Major in Canadian Studies.
1. The arts core (language must be French)
2. Idst 2503, 2513, 12h at the 3000-level from list of Canadian Studies courses; 30h at any level from the list of Canadian studies courses.  Only 12h at the 1000 level may be offered.(42h)
3. 24h to satisfy minor requirements (may not be Canadian or Atlantic Canadian multidisciplinary minor)
4. Electives to 120

DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH (023-48-CRE)
New courses
ENGL 3103 ADVANCED CREATIVE WRITING 3:  PLAYS
An advanced course emphasizing craft, style, and individual development in the writing of plays.
Prereq: Engl 1406 (1413/1423) and permission

ENGL 3473 Tolkien: Author and Critic
This course explores J. R. R. Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings in the context of Tolkien’s career as a teacher and scholar of mediaeval language and literatures.
Prereq: English 1406 (1413/1423)

IDST 2433: Epic Tradition 1
A study of the epic tradition in ancient, classical, and medieval literature.  Particular attention will be given to aspects of heroism and the quest theme.  May  be offered for major credit in classics and English.

IDST 2453 Epic Tradition 3
A study of how the epic tradition is deployed in support of and in the context of Reformation Christianity, the rise of national identities, and the rise of individualism.  May be offered for major credit in English.

THEA 1483 Introduction to Theatre 1 – Plays, Acting, Directing
Designed for non-theatre majors, this course introduces students to the various arts that define the theatrical experience, with a special focus on plays and playwriting, acting and directing. The course aims to develop an understanding and appreciation of theatre arts through lectures, group discussion, practical labs and attendance at theatre productions. Course work will include presentations and written assignments, including reviews.

THEA 1493 Introduction to Theatre 2 – Design, Production, Criticism
Designed for non-theatre majors, this course introduces students to the various arts that define the theatrical experience, with a special focus on design, production and
performance criticism. The course aims to develop an understanding and appreciation of theatre arts through lectures, group discussion, practical labs and attendance at theatre productions. Course work will include presentations and written assignments, including reviews.

Modification to courses
ENGL 3083 ADVANCED CREATIVE WRITING 1: POETRY
An advanced course emphasizing craft, style and individual development in the writing of poetry.
Prereq:  Engl 1406 (1413/23) and permission of the department.
 
 

THEA 3006 ACTING AND PERFORMANCE 3
Advanced techniques in relation to the styles and approaches of different playwrights, leading to informal presentations. Students may be involved in the presentation in areas other than acting, depending on interests in areas such as acting, directing, design, stage management or research. Participation in theatre study program’s main stage productions will constitute part of the grade for the course.
Prereq:Thea 1006, 2006 (Available to majors only or by permission)

Modification to Program
Thea 3006 (Acting and Performance 3) replaces 6h elective in the BA Theatre Studies program.

Course deletions
Engl 3003 Development of the English Language
Thea 3886 – Mime: History, Theory and Practice

The new course IDST 2443 is cross listed with History and Classics.
The new courses THEA 1483 and 1493 are the first courses in Theatre Studies that are not restricted to majors. These courses will be offered in alternate years.

DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY AND CLASSICS (023-49-CRE)
New courses
CLAS 2693 Special Topics in Classics

HIST 2693 Special Topics in History

LATI 2693 Special Topics in Latin

HIST 3573 Guerrillas and Gunships: Warfare Since 1945.
The nature of warfare has changed dramatically since 1945. Civil wars have largely replaced wars between states. Non-conventional warfare takes precedence over conventional warfare. New technologies have made warfare more destructive. The authority of the state in the conduct of organized violence is being challenged by liberation movements, terrorists and insurgencies. This course explores the reasons behind these developments.

HIST 3693 Special Topics in History

HIST 4173 Topics: Asian History

HIST 4913 Historical Investigation 1

HIST 4923 Historical Investigation 2

IDST 2443 Epic Tradition 2
A study of the epic tradition in Roman and Medieval times, including Virgil’s Aeneid, the Song of Roland, and Dante’s Divine Comedy, with special attention paid to the classical model of the heroic quest and its medieval interpretation in light of Christian doctrine.

Course deletions
HIST 2523 An Age of Extremes: Europe in the 20th C
HIST 4146 Topics: European Social/Intellectual History
HIST 4916 Seminar in Historical Investigation

Modification to courses
HIST 4126 Topics: Europe to 1815 becomes
HIST 4113 Topics: Europe to 1815

HIST 4136 Topics: Europe Since 1815 becomes
HIST 4213 Topics: Europe Since 1815

HIST 4216 Topics: Global History becomes
HIST 4223 Topics: Global History

HIST 4336 Topics: Colonial America becomes
HIST 4313 Topics: Colonial America

HIST 4346 Topics: North American History becomes
HIST 4323 Topics: North American History

HIST 4906 Historiography becomes
HIST 4903 Historiography

Modification to program
Cross-listing
IDST 2433 (Epic Tradition 1) can be offered for major credit in classics

Bachelor of Arts with Honours in History
60h in history including Hist 1106, 1306 (or 1313 and 1323), 2903; 6h from Hist 2223, 2233, Idst 1113, 1123; 18h at the 3000-level; and 18h at the 4000-level including 4916 excluding 4913/4923 and including 4903 and 4996 (Honours thesis).

DEPARTMENT OF LANGUAGES AND LITERATURES (023-50-CRE)
New course
IDST 2463 Contemporary perspectives on French, German and Spanish literatures and cultures
A multi-disciplinary course to offer students a basic knowledge of literary and cultural periods/events of universal importance in these three target languages. The course will be offered in English. Students wishing to have this course count towards a major degree in the Department of Languages and Literatures will be required to write their assignments and essays in the language in which they major.

New program
Bachelor of Arts with Major in French, Double Minor in German and Spanish
2013/2023, 2113/2123, 2713 or 3713
3h from 3323, 3513, 3523, 3633, 3643, 4613 (Canadian)
3h from 3133, 3203, 3213, 3333, 3353, 3703, 4503, 4713, 4813, 4823, 4913, 4923 (Fr. Lit.)
3h from 2033, 3013, 3023, 4003 (Adv. Lang.)
21h chosen in consultation with the department. (45h)
24h German including 3013/23
24h Spanish including 3103/3203

Bachelor of Arts with Major in German, Double Minor in French and Spanish
a minimum of 42h in German
24h French
24h Spanish including 3103/3203

Bachelor of Arts with Major in Spanish, Double Minor in French and German
a minimum of 42 hours in Spanish
24h French
24h German including 3013/23

Bachelor of Arts with Honours in French
5.  21 h chosen in consultation with the department (54) to be replaced by:
5.  21 hours at the 3000 / 4000 level, with a minimum of 6 hours at the 4000 level (54h)

Bachelor of Arts with Major in French
5.  21 h chosen in consultation with the department (45) to be replaced by:
5.  21 hours at the 3000 / 4000 level, with a minimum of 6 hours at the 4000 level (45h)

Bachelor of Business Administration with Major in French
5.  21 h chosen in consultation with the department (45) to be replaced by:
5.  21 hours at the 3000 / 4000 level, with a minimum of 6 hours at the 4000 level (45h)

Bachelor of Arts with Double Major in French
plus 18h chosen in consultation with the department (42h). to be replaced by:
18 hours at the 3000 / 4000 level, with a minimum of 6 hours at the 4000 level (42h

Change from the BBA with languages to a four-year program from a five year program.  Because of restructuring within the BBA requirements, these programs can now be completed in four years if the students declare this program in their first year..

SCHOOL OF MUSIC (023-51-CRE)
New courses
MUSI  1563  MUSIC AND THE MIND
This course examines how the patterns of music help to make sense of our inner experience.  The study includes such topics as the perception of musical processes, the listener and the acoustic environment, musical ability, neurological aspects of perception and performance, musical preference, as well as trans-cultural studies of how music is able to affect people.
Prereq: Permission of the instructor

Musi 2083 – World Rhythm and Drumming
Open to music and non-music majors, this comprehensive course is a hands-on introduction to the techniques and cultural traditions of drumming around the world. In addition to rhythmic training and hand-drumming instruction, in-class listening and group discussion will play a primary role in the course. Students will participate in a year-end performance demonstration.

MUSI 2293 JAZZ HISTORY 2
Continuation of Musi 2253, starting with Bop and moving through Cool, West Coast, Hard Bop, Free Jazz, Fusion, and related styles up to the present day.

MUSI  2560  MUSIC THERAPY PRACTICUM
This practicum is the clinical placement for MUSI 2563.  Students are assigned to specific sites and attend every week.

MUSI  2570  MUSIC THERAPY PRACTICUM
This practicum is the clinical placement for MUSI 2573.  Students are assigned to specific sites and attend every week.

MUSI 2673  Dance for Music Theatre 1
An introduction to basic Western theatrical dance forms and dances used most often on the stage.  Fundamental movement principles essential for ease and command in performance.
Prereq: Open to music theatre and vocal performance majors or permission

Music 3193 – Orchestration and Arranging
A survey of traditional and modern orchestrational techniques and arranging strategies for various ensembles. Includes intensive score analysis and original work.
Prereq: Musi 3133 with C- or better

MUSI 3233: Piano Literature
A study of form, style and performance practices as applied to the piano from the 18th century onward. Includes extensive score analysis and discriminative listening.
Prereq: Musi 2123, 2143 with C- or better.

MUSI  3560  MUSIC THERAPY PRACTICUM
This practicum is the clinical placement for MUSI 3563.  Students are assigned to specific sites and attend every week.

MUSI  3570  MUSIC THERAPY PRACTICUM
This practicum is the clinical placement for MUSI 3573.  Students are assigned to specific sites and attend every week.

MUSI 3673 Dance for Music Theatre 2
Theatrical dance movement; “show dance.” Movement as a basis for music and sound production.  Principles of support and ease in the body for clear, intentional and articulate performance will be addressed.
Prereq: MUSI 2673 or permission of instructor

MUSI 3683  Scene Studies in Music Theatre
This course synthesizes acting, movement, communication and musical skills to
prepare the student for effective Music Theatre stage performance. Excerpts from
the historical and contemporary repertoire emphasize ensemble interaction between
performers. 1.5 hours weekly, both terms. A class performance will be given at the
end of the second term.
 
Music 4263 - Electronic Publishing of Music Text and Scores
A project based course. Each student completes one project, from any time period, selected from the following categories: music scores transcribed and edited; digital images of music scores; texts (words) about music transcribed and edited; digital images of texts about music; iconographic sources (music images in art works). Only primary sources are used. Most of class time is workshop.
No pre-requisite

MUSI 4683 The Singing Actor: Music Theatre
Improvisation, movement and acting exercises, character study,  and solo scenes explore the personal potential of the young Music Theatre performer.  Excerpts from the historical and contemporary repertoire, as well as original material, emphasize solo performance.   Performance(s) will be given at the end of second term.
Prereq: Open to music theatre and vocal performance majors or permission

Modification to courses
MUSI  1333  Singers’ Workshop
Small group instruction (10-12 per Section) in voice production and performance. The fundamentals of singing are explored (anatomy, breathing-for-singing, resonance, articulation), along with an introduction to song literature.

MUSI 1363 Diction for Singers
A laboratory course in basic enunciation and projection of the Italian, German, and French Languages. (Recommended for first-year voice majors and minors.)

MUSI 2112 Practical Skills 3 becomes
MUSI 2113 Musicianship 3

MUSI 2122 Practical Skills 4 becomes
MUSI 2123 Musicianship 4
MUSI 2162 Creating Music with Computers 1 becomes
MUSI 2163 Creating Music with Computers 1

MUSI 2253 JAZZ HISTORY
The evolution of jazz styles from rural blues and ragtime through Dixieland, swing, be-bop and current trends, with selected jazz composers and performers in the context of traditional Western music, and in relation to musical styles of certain non-Western cultures.

MUSI 3143 Choral Conducting
The fundamentals of conducting, including posture, stance, conducting patterns, beat styles, score preparation and rehearsal procedures.  A variety of phrases and short pieces of music (a capella and accompanied) are studied and performed. Course work includes observation of conductors on campus and in the community.
Prereq: MUSI 2143 with C- or better

MUSI 4103 Advanced Techniques and Materials 1 becomes
Music 4106 – Contemporary Approaches to Music Theory
A comprehensive study of current approaches to tonal and post-tonal music including Schenkerian analysis and pitch-class set theory.
Prereq: Musi 2123, 2143 each with C- or better.

MUSI 4363 Vocal  Pedagogy becomes
MUSI 4363 Vocal Science and Pedagogy
A course designed to provide information on a wide variety of topics related to vocal function, health and wellness, as well as to the teaching of voice.

MUSIC 4993 Thesis
Final research project for graduating theory-history major

Course deletions
Musi 2026 – Music and the Human Experience
Musi 2033 – Special Topics for Non-Music Majors
Musi 2043 – Special Topics for Non-Music Majors
Musi 3253 – Vocal Literature and Pedagogy
Musi 3373 – Organ Methods and Materials
Musi 4133 – Structural Analysis 2

The School of Music has been mandated to modernize its curriculum and to create new programs that will attract new and more diverse students to the School. Courses that have not been offered for some time have been deleted but when adding new programs it is necessary to increase the overall number of courses offered.
 
Program changes
The music core courses become:
1. Musi 1112, 1122, 1133, 1143, 1161, 1171, 1253, 1263, 2113, 2123, 2133, 2143, 2263, 2283, each completed with a C- or better (36h)
2. 6h English at the 1000-level
3. 27h non-music electives, 18h of which shall be from the Faculty of Arts or Pure and Applied Science
4. Eight consecutive courses from band, chorus, orchestra, jazz ensemble, vocal ensemble, accompanying, or production ensemble (8h) in addition to the normal 120h credits required.  In a single year, each student must complete first and second term in the same ensemble.
5. Music majors must complete Musi 2870 (Concert Credit) in each year of their program.
 

Bachelor of Music with concentration in Music Therapy
1. Musi 1112, 1122, 1133, 1143, 1161, 1171, 2113, 2123, 2133, 2143, two of 1253, 1263, 2263, 2283, each completed with a C- or better
2. 6h English at the 1000-level
3. 30h non-music courses which must include Psyc 1013, 1023, 2113, 2153, two of Psyc 2103, 2123, 2133, 2143, Biol 2813 (30h)
4. Four consecutive courses from band, chorus, orchestra, jazz ensemble, vocal ensemble, accompanying, or production ensemble (4h). Musi 2811 (Music Therapy Ensemble) must be taken in the 3rd and 4th years.
5. Principal Applied Study 1 and 2 and Secondary Applied Study in guitar (with the exception of guitar majors who should select voice or piano) (18h)
6. Musi 1563, 1553, 2563, 2560, 2573, 2570, 3563, 3560, 3573, 3570
7. Musi 1333, 1353, 4383, 1323 (12h) Students who demonstrate proficiency levels in voice, piano, or guitar may select electives to replace these courses.
8. Musi 2083 and 3h music elective (6h)  All music therapy students must demonstrate their piano proficiency by the end of the 3rd year.

Bachelor of Music with Concentration in Theory-History (128h)
1. The music core (69h + 8h)
2. Three consecutive 3h courses in secondary applied study (9h)
3. Musi 4993 (3h)
4. 21h from Musi 2223, 2233, 2243, 2253, 2293, 2273, 3103, 3113, 3223, 3233, 3253, 4103, 4113, 4123, 4213, 4223, 4253, 4263 (21h)
5. 18h additional music (18h)

Bachelor of Music with Concentration in Vocal Performance (128h)
1. The music core (69h + 8h)
2. Four consecutive courses in principal applied study (24h)
3. Musi 1363, 4363, 4943 (9h)
4. 18h additional music (18h)

Bachelor of Music with Concentration in Instrumental Performance (128h)
1. The music core (69h + 8h)
2. Four consecutive courses in principal applied study (24h)
3. One of Musi 3373, 3383, 3393 or instrumental methods (3h)
4. Musi 4943 (3h)
5. 21h additional music (21h)

Bachelor of Music with Concentration in Theory-Composition (128h)
1. The Music Core (69h + 8h)
2. Three consecutive 3h courses in secondary applied study (9h)
      Musi 2153, 3156, 4156, 4953 (18h)
3. 15h from Musi 1153, 2273, 3103, 3113, 3123, 3133, 3143, 3163, 3193, 3223, 4103, 4113, 4123 (15h)
4. 9h additional music (9h)

Bachelor of Music with Concentration in Music Theatre
1. The music core (69h+8h) which will include the following:
a. Music (36h)
b. 6h English at the 1000 level (6h)
c. THEA 1006, 2856, 2866, 2823, plus 6h THEA or theatre-related English courses (27h)
2. Eight consecutive courses from band, chorus, orchestra, jazz ensemble, vocal ensemble, accompanying, or production ensemble (8h), in addition to the normal 120 credits required. In a single year, each student must complete first and second term in the same ensemble.
3. Music majors must complete MUSI 2870 (Concert Credit) in each year of their program.
4. Four consecutive courses in principal applied study (24h)
5. MUSI 1363, 2673, 3673, 3683, 4683 (15h)
6. 12h of electives from any department or school (12h).
 
New Program
The Certificate in Music Therapy is available for those with an undergraduate music degree in an area other than music therapy.  Courses equivalent to the Bachelor of Music with Concentration in Music Therapy from Acadia must be verified.
The goal of this program is to prepare the student for accreditation in music therapy with the Canadian Association for Music Therapy (CAMT).
Musi 1563, 1553, 2563, 2573, 3563, 3573  (18h); Biol 2813  (3h);
Psyc  2113, 2153; and one of 2103 or  2133 (9h).
Before completion, the student must show proficiency in piano, guitar, and voice.

Bachelor of Music with a Concentration in Jazz Studies (128h)
1. The music core (69h + 8h)
2. Four consecutive 6h courses in principal applied study (24h)
3.  Musi 2253, 2293, 4943 (9h)
4.  18h additional music (18h)

Department of Political Science (023-52-CRE)
Course additions
POLS 3113 The Politics of Water
This course will explore the dynamics of political conflicts over water scarcity, and will evaluate the ecological and economic impacts of different political approaches to ensuring water security. Drawing on case studies from Canada and around the world, particular attention will be paid to questions of water as a commodity and trade in water resources.

POLS 4713 Politics of Social Movements
Social and political protest movements have transformed societies and polities in the twentieth century. This seminar course critically explores the emergence and impact of women’s movements, pro-democracy and human rights movements, indigenous movements, and guerrilla and revolutionary movements, among others. We will pay particular attention to the factors that cause social movements to succeed or fail. Pre-requisite: POLS 2096, POLS 2006, POLS 2683, POLS 2783, or SOCI 2563

Modification of a course title
POLS 3183 The United Nations Organization becomes
POLS 3183 The United Nations

Modification of a course
POLS 3496 Comparative Politics: Western Europe becomes
POLS 3693 Politics and Government in Western Europe
This course explores the political systems of Western Europe in comparative perspective. Special emphasis will be placed on patterns of continuity and change in party systems, state-society relations, and economic and social policy.
and
POLS 3793 Politics of the European Union
This course explores the politics of the European Union from its historical origins to the current attempts to expand membership eastward. Special emphasis is placed on the unique nature of the European Union and the challenges faced as member states go beyond economic integration and attempt to forge a common foreign and security policy and a pan-European identity.

POLS 3196 Politics and Government of the Southern Americas becomes
POLS 3193 Politics and Government in Latin America
This courses explores contemporary politics in Latin America and the current trends, such as democratisation and economic reform, that are transforming the region today. Topics covered include the legacies of dictatorships and civil war, recurrent economic crises, indigenous movements, and hemispheric economic integration.

Course deletion
POLS 3776 -  Military Studies

DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY (023-53-CRE)
Modification to course description
IDST 2906 Women in the Modern World
The nature, status, image and changing role of women in the modern world.  Emphasis is on the study of women from a cross-cultural perspective, although comparisons with women in Canada and the U.S. will be made.  May be offered for major credit in sociology.
Prereq: one year of university study or equivalent.

Program change
IDST 3023 (Feminist Theory) may be offered as major credit in sociology to fulfil the 3000-level theory requirement.

WOMEN’S STUDIES
New Course
IDST 1413 INTRODUCTION TO WOMEN’S STUDIES
As a general introduction to women’s studies, this course will provide a multi-disciplinary focus on feminist principles and approaches to scholarship. Topics to be presented include, but are not limited to women’s sexuality, the body and health, aging, socialization, economic and political roles, spirituality and women throughout history.

Program modification
Women’s Studies options courses: Idst 2906 and Idst 3023 are required becomes
Women’s Studies options courses: Idst 1413, Idst 2906, and Idst 3023 are required.

Women’s Studies as a second major: Idst 2906; 3023; and 33 h from the women’s studies option courses (42h)
becomes
Women’s Studies as a second major: Idst 1413; 2906; 3023; and 30h from the women’s studies option courses (42h)

THIS COURSE IS BEING ADDED TO INCREASE THE OPPORTUNITY FOR FIRST YEAR STUDENTS TO BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE WOMEN’S  STUDIES OPTION AT ACADIA. THERE IS A SHORTAGE OF WOMEN’S STUDIES COURSES AVAILABLE EACH YEAR FOR STUDENTS TO COMPLETE THE OPTION SO NO COURSE COULD BE DELETED.
 
FACULTY OF PURE AND APPLIED SCIENCE
Program change in number of courses allowed in the major subject (023-54-CRE)
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE WITH HONOURS

9. 120h are required in all. At least 42h 48h hours must not be in the major subject.
 
DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY (023-55-CRE)
New courses
BIOL 2073 Animal Biodiversity
An introduction to the diversity, evolution, structure, and function of vertebrates, invertebrates, and non-photosynthetic protista. The main objective of this course is to introduce students to major groups and demonstrate the variety of relationships within, as well as between, these groups of organisms.  (3 h lab)
Prereq: BIOL 1113/1123 (can be taken concurrently with these with departmental permission)

BIOL 3533 Advanced Ecology
This course will build on Biol 2033 laying a strong foundation for third and fourth-year courses in ecology. Students will be exposed directly to theory in ecology, and in particular how empirical work deepens theoretical understanding. In-class topics will include experimental design, data collection and analysis, and introduction to modelling – all with a focus on critical evaluation of ecological processes. Labs will focus on strengthening the links between theoretical and empirical approaches to ecology, through more complex experimental design, analysis, visualization and development of models. (3 h lab)
Prereq: Biol 2033

Biol 4833 Conservation Genetics
The application of principles from evolutionary and population genetics to the conservation of biodiversity. The lecture will focus on theoretical foundation of the field while the laboratory will focus on current methods of data analyses. Discussion groups will be formed to study prominent case studies for both plant and animal species.  (3 h lab)
Prereq: Biol 2023 or permission

BIOL 4853 Molecular Evolution and Bioinformatics
This class presents both the theoretical basis for and the application of computing in molecular biology and evolution. A wide range of topics will be addressed including the estimation of rates and patterns of mutations, evidence for molecular adaptation, phylogenetic analysis of genes and genomes, genomics, proteomics. (3 h lab)
Prereq: Biol 2023 or permission

Modification to course
BIOL 1113 Organisms and their Environment 1
An introduction to ecology, and to the foundations of genetics.  (3 h lab)

BIOL 1123 Organisms and their Environment 2
An introduction to molecular genetics and evolution.  (3 h lab)

BIOL 1813 Human Biology 1
The fundamental principles of biology with emphasis on humans. Topics include molecular and cell biology, mechanisms of inheritance and population genetics. Nutrition majors will be required to register for a 3h lab in addition to lectures. This course is not recommended for biology majors.

BIOL 1823 Human Biology 2
The fundamental principles of biology with emphasis on humans. Topics include reproduction and development, disease and the immune system, evolution, and environmental issues. Nutrition majors will be required to register for a 3h lab in addition to lectures. This course is not recommended for biology majors.
Prereq: Biol 1813

BIOL 2033 Principles of Ecology
Principles of ecology provides an overview of the fundamental concepts of ecology at the
individual, population, community, ecosystem and landscape levels of organization.
Emphasis is placed on both developing the theory behind the concepts, and on the     application of this theory to environmental issues. (3 h lab)
Prereq: Biol 1113/1123 or permission of dept.

Course deletion
BIOL 3323 Population Ecology
BIOL 3353 Terrestrial Ecology
BIOL 4413 Methods in Ecology
 

Program change
Biol 4463 (Evolution) removed as a requirement for honours in biology
Biol 2023 (Principles of Heredity) removed as a core course for majors/honours in biology.

Credit cannot normally be obtained for both Biol 1113/1123 and Biol 1813/1823. However, students who have taken 1813/1823 and are subsequently transferring to the biology major may use these as science electives Completion of the biology major/honours requires that students must take Biol 1113 and 1123, but these courses may be taken concurrently with upper level core courses.

DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY (023-56-CRE)
Modification to courses
Chem 3103 – new prerequisite
Prereq: Chem 2103 with C- or better, Math 2013, or permission.

Chem 3113
Prereq: Chem 2103 with C- or better, Chem 3103, Math 2023 or permission.

CHEM 3823 Analytic Chemistry 2
Basic chemical instrumentation, UV-VIS spectrophotometry, atomic spectroscopy, FTIR spectroscopy and chromatography (3 h lab)
Prereq: Chem 2813 and Phys 1023 (or Phys 1063) with C- or better or permission

CHEM 4313 Inorganic Chemistry 2
Prereq: CHEM 3033 and 3523

JODREY SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
Graduate program (023-57-CRE)
New courses
COMP 5013/5023/5033 TOPICS IN THEORETICAL COMPUTER SCIENCE 1/2/3
This course consists of intensive examination of selected specific advanced topics in theoretical computer science. Since the specific topic or research problem that receives special treatment will differ from year to year, students are advised to consult with the School prior to registration.

COMP 5113/5123/5133 APPLICATIONS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE 1/2/3
This course consists of intensive examination of selected specific advanced topics in applications of computer science. Since the specific topic or research problem that receives special treatment will differ from year to year, students are advised to consult with the School prior to registration.

COMP 5213/5223/5233 SYSTEMS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE 1/2/3
This course consists of intensive examination of selected specific advanced topics in systems in computer science. Since the specific topic or research problem that receives special treatment will differ from year to year, students are advised to consult with the School prior to registration.

COMP 5923 Research in Computer Science
The course provides and introduction to research methods in computer science.

COMP 5970 Thesis Study
Planning and execution of research plants towards the selected research topic.

Course Modification
COMP 5913 READINGS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE

The student is assigned to a faculty member for regular meetings to discuss readings in a selected area. Papers and research projects are expected.
Prereq: permission of the Graduate Coordinator

Modification to MSc Computer Science Curriculum
Six courses at the graduate level, and a thesis, COMP 5960:
1. Comp 5923 (Research Methods)
2. Comp 5970(Thesis Study) – students must register in this course in each semester of study
3. Three lecture courses (9h) chosen from at least two of the following three areas:
      theory (Comp 5013, 5023, 5033), applications (5113, 5123, 5133), and systems (5213, 5223, 5233).
4. Comp 5913 (Readings in Computer Science), or another lecture course

The School of Computer Science has included the addition of new course numbers to enhance management of the activity currently being carried out. The school currently has no courses listed in the graduate calendar but is in fact offering courses as sections of comp 5903 (Special Topics) and comp 5913 (Readings in Computer Science).

Undergraduate program (023-58-CRE)
New course
COMP 2913 Computer Programming and E-commerce Applications
Development of E-commerce applications using database technology. Continuation of Comp 1823/1863
Prereq: Comp 1863 and Comp 1823.

Course deletion
COMP 3203 Programmable Logic

Modification to courses
Comp 1033 Introduction to Systems Programming
Introduction to systems programming with special attention give to program
correctness, robustness, and portability. Working with system data files. Using
system calls to obtain operating system services and data.
Prereq: Comp 1113 with C- or better or permission of the School

COMP 3403 Analysis of Algorithms
Prereq: Comp 2043, 2113, Math 1023, 2433, each with C- or better

COMP 3413 Automata, Formal Languages, and Computability
Prereq: Comp 2043, Comp 2113, Math 1023, 2433, each with C- or better

COMP 4773 ADVANCED OBJ ORIENTED PROGRAMMING  becomes
COMP 4773 DISTRIBUTED OBJECT-ORIENTED PROGRAMMING

Modification to Programs
BCSS all specializations
(item 6, page 53) 12 h 9h electives, 6 h of which must be non-computer science courses.

Business Information Processing
Comp 2343, 2613, 3513, one of 3773, 3783 or 4343, 6h Comp at 3000+ level, Busi 1703, 2053, 2803, 3063, two of 2823, 3813, 4883, 4893, 3h electives (36h) (39h)

Computer Systems: Software

Comp 2343, 2773, 3413, 3773, 4343; 12h Comp at the 3000 + level; and 12h from the Faculty of Pure and Applied Science (not mathematics or computer science) or from the School of Business Administration (36h) (39h)

Electronic Commerce: Comp 1503, 2343, 2503, 2513, 2523, 3503, 3513, 4343, 4923; Busi 1413, 1703, 2213, 2413, 2053, 2803, (36h), (39h)

Change to exclusions
The School does not accept Apsc 1413, Math 1213/1223, and Math 1613/1623, Comp 2913, or any 1800-level Computer Science course for credit towards a degree in computer science.
 

IVAN CURRY SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING (023-59-CRE)
Program Modification
Gpa for graduation with a CAS will be raised from 1.5 to 2.0 to be consistent with the requirement of other programs on campus.

DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGY (023-60-CRE)
Modification to program
The mathematics requirement for majors and honours in geology changes from Math 1013/1023 to 6h unspecified mathematics.

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS
Graduate program (Math) (023-61-CRE)
Master of Science in Mathematics and Statistics
12 h Mathematics and Statistics courses at the 5000-level and Math 5960 (thesis)

New Courses
MATH 5223 Applied Statistical Methods
The course offers a survey of advanced statistical methods including advanced modelling techniques, survival analysis, analysis of contingency tables and nonparametric methods.  Computer based empirical evaluation methods are introduced.  The use of SAS and other statistical software will be emphasized.

MATH 5233 Statistical Consulting
The course aims to develop broad guidelines for a comprehensive approach to data analysis. Topics include data preparation, outlier detection and exploratory data analysis.  Criteria for the selection of suitable methodologies are discussed as well as model validation methods and empirical evaluation methods.  The course will be based largely on case studies.
MATH 5243 Applied Stochastic Processes
Convergence concepts in probability theory will be reviewed.  Types of stochastic processes studied include renewal processes, random walks, Gaussian processes and martingales.  Applications in financial mathematics, actuarial science and operations research will be considered.

MATH 5333 Cryptography
This course is an introduction to modern cryptographic techniques and their mathematical
foundations.  Review of elementary number theory and algebra; classical cryptosystems;
encryption standards; public key cryptosystems; e-Business applications; digital signatures.  Elliptic curve cryptography and quantum cryptography may be included.

MATH 5423 Advanced Numerical Methods
Numerical differentiation and integration, numerical solution of differential equations, optimization.  The solution of problems on a computer forms an integral part of the course.

MATH 5513 Topology
Axioms for topological spaces; closure, interior and boundary operators; separation axioms; relativization; bases and subbases; mappings and continuity; compactness, connectedness, product spaces; metric spaces; completeness, nets and filters.
 

MATH 5523 Measure and Integration
Measurable sets. Lebesgue and Stieltjes integrals in R2 and abstract spaces.  Selected applications.

MATH 5553 Real Analysis
Elements of points set topology in R2 and metric spaces.  Sequences of functions, uniform convergence.  Derivatives. Multivariate and vector differential calculus. Multiple Riemann integrals. Jordan Content.

MATH 5613 Theory of Optimization
Linear and convex programming, convex functions and duality; Lagrange multipliers; Kuhn-Tucker methods.  Topics may include: genetic algorithms, simulated annealing.

MATH 5623 Discrete and Combinatorial Optimization
The course emphasizes practical algorithms in discrete optimization.  It provides an introduction to polyhedral theory and complexity theory.  Topics in general integer programming include facets and strong valid inequalities, Lagrangean relaxation and duality, and analysis of general purpose algorithms such as branch and bound and cutting plane algorithms.

MATH 5733 Mathematical Modelling
Aspects of mathematical modelling, dimensional analysis, multiple scale analysis, asymptotic methods, difference equations, calculus of variations.

MATH 5753 Partial Differential Equations
Topics may include linear second order partial differential equations (parabolic, elliptic, and hyperbolic), separation of variables, eigenfunction expansion, Fourier series, method of characteristics, nonlinear waves.

MATH 5763 Signal Processing
Approximation theory, Fourier analysis, wavelet analysis, discrete signal processing, applications to audio and image processing and coding.

MATH 5810 Research Seminar
MATH 5823 Topics in Applied Statistics
MATH 5843 Topics in Applied and Industrial Mathematics
MATH 5863 Topics in Mathematics
MATH 5883 Topics in Statistics
MATH 5960 MSc Thesis

Undergraduate program (Math) (023-62-CRE)
New Courses
MATH 4223 APPLIED STATISTICAL METHODS
The course offers a survey of advanced statistical methods including advanced modelling techniques, survival analysis, analysis of contingency tables and nonparametric methods.  Computer based empirical evaluation methods are introduced.  The use of SAS and other statistical software will be emphasized.
Prereq: Two of Math 3213, 3233, 3253, 3263, 3273, 3283, 3293.

MATH 4243 APPLIED STOCHASTIC PROCESSES
Convergence concepts in probability theory will be reviewed.  Types of stochastic processes studied include renewal processes, random walks, Gaussian processes and martingales.  Applications in financial mathematics, actuarial science and operations research will be considered.
Prereq: Math 3213 and 3633; Co-req: Math 3533

MATH 4333 CRYPTOGRAPHY
This course is an introduction to modern cryptographic techniques and their mathematical foundations.  Review of elementary number theory and algebra; classical cryptosystems;
encryption standards; public key cryptosystems; e-Business applications; digital signatures.  Elliptic curve cryptography and quantum cryptography may be included.
Prereq: Math 3303 or Math 3513

MATH 4423 ADVANCED NUMERICAL METHODS
Numerical differentiation and integration, numerical solution of differential equations, optimization.  The solution of problems on a computer forms an integral part of the course.
Prereq: Math 2413 and enrolment in one 3000-level mathematics and statistics course

MATH 4613 THEORY OF OPTIMIZATION
Linear and convex programming, convex functions and duality; Lagrange multipliers; Kuhn-Tucker methods.  Topics may include: genetic algorithms, simulated annealing.
Prereq: Math 3533 and 3603

MATH 4623 DISCRETE AND COMBINATORIAL OPTIMIZATION
The course emphasizes practical algorithms in discrete optimization.  It provides an introduction to polyhedral theory and complexity theory.  Topics in general integer programming include facets and strong valid inequalities, Lagrangean relaxation and duality, and analysis of general-purpose algorithms such as branch and bound and cutting plane algorithms.
Prereq: Math 3603

MATH 4733 ADVANCED MATHEMATICAL MODELLING
Aspects of mathematical modelling, dimensional analysis, multiple scale analysis, asymptotic methods, difference equations, calculus of variations.
Prereq: Math 3713

MATH 4753 PARTIAL DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS
Topics may include linear second order partial differential equations (parabolic, elliptic, and hyperbolic), separation of variables, eigenfunction expansion, Fourier series, method of characteristics, non-linear waves.
Prereq: Math 3713

MATH 4763 SIGNAL APPROXIMATION AND ANALYSIS
Approximation theory, Fourier analysis, wavelet analysis, discrete signal processing, applications to audio and image processing and coding.
Prereq: Math 2313 and 3533

Deleted Courses
Math 0010 Algebra and Trigonometry
Math 1623 General Linear Algebra and Calculus for Business and Economics
Math 3423 Numerical Methods 2
Math 3433 Introduction to Mathematical Logic
Math 3613 Theory of Optimization 1
Math 3623 Theory of Optimization 2
Math 3723 Ordinary Differential Equations 3
Math 3743 Partial Differential Equations

Mathematics and Statistics has added new courses at the graduate level to support the reintroduction of the Master of Science in (Mathematics and Statistics) degree program.
The one surplus course at the undergraduate level is cross listed.

Modifications to course
MATH 0110 PRE-UNIVERSITY MATHEMATICS
A survey of the material covered in the NS Academic Mathematics program in grades 11
and 12, with emphasis on those topics of greatest importance for university-level
mathematics.  This course serves as a prerequisite for those courses requiring NS Grades 11 and 12 Academic Mathematics or equivalent.

MATH 0120 ADVANCED PRE-UNIVERSITY MATHEMATICS
A survey of the material covered in the NS Advanced Mathematics and Pre-calculus programs with emphasis on those topics of greatest importance for university-level mathematics.  This course serves as a prerequisite for those courses requiring NS Grades 11 and 12 Advanced Mathematics and Precalculus or equivalent.

MATH 1313 FOUNDATIONS
Topics may include: Number systems. Complex numbers and De Moivre's theorem. Base n arithmetic. Sets, set operations. Methods of proof, logic, truth tables, and quantifiers. Permutations and combinations. The binomial theorem. Relations and functions. One-to-one and onto mappings. Basic number theory. Equivalence relations. Congruences. Simple codes. Graph theory.
Prereq:  HS Advanced Math; or 60% or better in HS Academic Math

MATH 1413 SETS, FUNCTIONS AND ALGORITHMS
Sets, relations and functions, mathematical induction, number theory, finite probability, matrices and Boolean matrices, recurrence relations and counting techniques.
Prereq: HS Advanced Math and enrolment in a program with a computer science major

MATH 1423 GRAPH THEORY AND MATRIX ALGEBRA
Equivalence relations and partial orders, graphs and trees with application to computer science, matrix arithmetic, solution of systems of linear equations, rank bases and dimension.
Prereq:  Math 1413 and enrolment in a program with a computer science major.

MATH 1503 CONTEMPORARY MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS
This course is designed to give students a measure of insight into modern mathematics, especially those looking forward to a career in elementary education.  Topics will include propositional logic, number systems, calculus of sets, solution of equations and inequalities, and geometry.  Emphasis is placed on the understanding and use of the various concepts that are introduced.  Science students, business students, and mathematics and statistics majors may not receive credit for this course.

MATH 3713 ORDINARY DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS 2
Topics include Laplace transforms and applications, systems of linear differential equations, Bessel and gamma functions, Sturm-Liouville problems, orthogonal functions, Fourier series.
Prereq:  Math 2023; or Math 2723 and Math 2753

MATH 4233 STATISTICAL CONSULTING
The course aims to develop broad guidelines for a comprehensive approach to data analysis. Topics include data preparation, outlier detection and exploratory data analysis.  Criteria for the selection of suitable methodologies are discussed as well as model validation methods and empirical evaluation methods.  The course will be based largely on case studies.
Prereq:  6h from Math 3233, 3253, 3263, 3273, 3283, 3293.  Coreq: 3h course from above list.

Program changes
Changes to list of exclusions

• Credit can be obtained for only one of Math 1013/1023 and 1613/1623; or Math 1213/1223, Math 2233/2243 and Econ 2613/2623; or Math 1313, 1413 and 1503; or Math 2013 and 2753; or Math 2023 and 2723, or Math 2213 and 2253.
• Credit can be obtained for only one of Math 1013/1023 and 1613/1623; however students who have taken Math 1613 and are subsequently transferring to a
• Mathematics and Statistics major, may apply this course to 3h Science credit elective.
• Credit can be obtained for only one of Math 1213/1223, Math 2213/2223, Math 2233/2243 and Econ 2613/2623; however students who have taken Math 1213/1223 or Math 2233/2243 and are subsequently transferring to a Mathematics and Statistics major, may apply these courses to 6h Science credit elective.
• Math 0110, 0120 are non-credit courses.
• Math 1213/1223, Math 2233/2243 and Econ 2613/2623 may not be offered for credit subsequent to Math 2213/2223.
• Math 1213/1223 cannot be offered for credit by any student registered in a science program, except those in nutrition or psychology.
• All prerequisites in the descriptions of 3000 and 4000 level courses must be completed with a grade C- or better.

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Statistics with Computer Science
1.  Math 1013, 1023, 1313, 1323, 2013, 2023, 2213, 2223, 2313, 2413, 2433, 3303 or 3533, 3423, 4423, and 3h additional at the 3000/4000-level approved by the dept. (42h)

Bachelor of Science with Double Major
1.  Mathematics and Statistics as first major: Math 1013; 1023; 1313; 1323; 2013; 2023; 2213; 2223; 2313; 15h additional at the 3000/4000 level (42h); one of Comp 1113 or Apsc 1413 (3h).

SCHOOL OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS (023-63-CRE)
New Course
NUTR 4743 Introduction to Nutrition and Health Research
A study of the principles and application of the research process related to nutrition and health.  Focus of the course includes identifying a research problem, searching the literature, devising a protocol, and selecting methods of analysis.  Ethical and other considerations will be discussed.  These principles will be applied in the preparation of a research proposal.
Prereq: Nutr 2513; Math 1223 or 2243; third year standing or permission

Course deletion
Nutr 4723 – Food Marketing

DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS (023-64-CRE)
Program Modifications
Bachelor of Science with major Physics
The Chemistry requirement is changed from
Chem 1113/1123 to
Chem 1113/1123 or Chem 1013/1023

Bachelor of Science with Honours in Physics is changed from
The core plus 21 h at the 3000/4000 level, Phys 4996 or Phys 4513 and 3h physics at the 3000/4000 level each course completed with a minimum grade of B- (54h) and 30h mathematics, including Math 3713 and 3743 chosen in consultation with the department

To
The core plus 21 h at the 3000/4000 level, Phys 4996 or Phys 4513 and 3h physics at the 3000/4000 level each course completed with a minimum grade of B- (54h) and Math 3713 and Math 3753.
This change reduces the total number of required hours in Mathematics from 30h to 18h.

 
DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY (023-651-CRE)
Modification to courses
Students may not receive credit for both Psyc 2063 (Drugs and Behaviour) and Psyc 3323 (Hormones, Drugs and Behaviour).
 
 

PSYC 2153 Developmental Psychology
This course will serve primarily as an introduction to theory and research in developmental psychology.  Select aspects of human physical, emotional, cognitive, perceptual and social development at various stages from conception through to adulthood will be discussed.

FACULTY OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (023-66-CRE)
Modification to courses

BUSI 3013 Managerial Finance 1
3 h lecture, 2 h studio

BUSI 3023 Managerial Finance 2
3 h lecture, 2 h studio

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION (023-67-CRE)
Program deletion
Bachelor of Education in Association with the Nova Scotia Teachers College

Program modification
Master of Education in Leadership and School Development becomes
Master of Education in Organizational Leadership with the following curriculum changes:
EDUC 5953 (Schools and Social Justice) changes from a required course to an elective course
EDUC 5933 (Equity and Leadership) changes from an elective course to a required course
EDUC 5923 (Seminar and Practicum in Leadership and School Development) changes from a required course to an elective course

Modification to all Master of Education programs
EDUC 5713 (Project in Education) deleted as a requirement for non-thesis students.  Graduate students select between a thesis-route option and a course-route option.

SCHOOL OF RECREATION MANAGEMENT AND KINESIOLOGY (023-68-CRE)
Modification to program – BRM and BRMH
Leisure Studies Core:Recr 1013, Recr 1213, Recr 1223, Recr 1233, Recr 1243, Recr 1253, Recr 2013, Recr 2113, Recr 2523 (formerly 3013), Recr 2513 (formerly 3043), 3033, Recr 3113, 4033, 4043. (42h)
Management Core:  determined by the School of Recreation Management and Kinesiology in consultation with the School of Business. (18)
Liberal Studies Core:  courses from the Faculties Arts and Pure and Applied Science (27h)

Communication:  Comm 1213/1223 (6h)
Electives at the direction of the School (27h).

New Courses
RECR 1213 Learning Resources
An introduction to the recreation management program, to the university, to leisure studies, and to the processes of research and of critically thinking and writing about issues in the field.  Participation in a three-day weekend orientation event is required.  (1 hr information technology lab)

RECR 1243 Sport and Physical Activity in Society
This course encourages students to think critically about the nature of sport and physical activity in relation to leisure. Particular attention is placed on how sport and physical activity have become both the products of and producers of dominant contemporary cultures.
 

RECR 1253 Individual and Community Wellness
An investigation of the role of leisure in relation to the wellness of individuals and communities.  Models of community building will be introduced as a means of enhancing mental, physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellness through leisure. Systemic factors that prevent the leisure needs of certain groups from being satisfied will be examined.  Credit may not be obtained for both RECR 2353 and RECR 1253.

RECR 2113 History and Philosophy of Leisure
A historical overview of the philosophies, theories, and concepts of leisure, including classical and contemporary views of leisure, various perspectives on studying leisure, and ethics.

Modification to courses
RECR 1013 Foundations of Recreation and Leisure becomes
RECR 1013 Introduction to Management in Recreation
Introduction to the management of recreation and leisure services including delivery systems, resources, research and trends.  This course provides a foundation for required business courses.

RECR 2053 Introduction to Tourism becomes
RECR 1233 Foundations of Tourism
Sustainable tourism provides the framework in examining tourism.  Topics emphasized include elements contributing to tourist behaviour, tourism planning, socio-cultural and environmental impacts, marketing, and the role of provincial and national tourism organizations.  Regional, national and international case studies will emphasize both theoretical and applied dimensions of tourism.
 
RECR 2463 Issues in Outdoor Recreation becomes
RECR 1223 Outdoor Recreation and the Environment
This course provides an overview of outdoor recreation as activity management and as a means for human development, as well as outdoor recreation as natural resource management and as an approach to environmental stewardship.

RECR 3013 Issues in Leisure Research becomes
RECR 2523 Leisure Research
Prereq:Recr 1213, 2nd year standing

RECR 3033 Leisure in Society
The social construction of leisure with an emphasis on Canadian society. The focus will be on the interplay between leisure and social structures and practises.
Prereq: Recr 2013

RECR 3043 Leisure Services Programming becomes
RECR 2513 Leisure Services Programming

RECR 3113 Planning for Leisure becomes
RECR 3113 Policy, Planning and Decision-making
An exploration of the conceptual and procedural theory regarding planning and public policy as it pertains to the delivery of recreation and leisure.  Emphasis will be placed on agency, community, sector, and governmental decision-making processes.  The laboratory will provide opportunities to facilitate the planning process. (1.5h)

Deleted Courses:
RECR 1033 Concepts of Recreation & Leisure
RECR 2353 Inclusive Community Development

Two additional courses will be deleted as the new curriculum for the BRM is phased in.

New Course:
IDST 3613  Health and Wellness in Nova Scotia
Professors from across the campus lead students through analyses of the complex global issues of health and wellness, while drawing substantially on a local, multidisciplinary
focus on the state of health and wellness of Nova Scotians.  Lectures featuring Acadia professors and other regional experts are combined with small group projects focused on
current health and wellness issues, to present the complex physical, social-psychological, spiritual, economic, educational, environmental and political issues associated with holistic health and wellness.

Modification to an existing course:
Kine 2393 Research Issues in Kinesiology becomes
Kine 1113 Research Issues in Kinesiology
Prereq: Kine 1013

Modification to an existing course:
SRMK 1133 Leadership and Team Building becomes
SRMK 3133 Leadership and Team Building
 

Attachment 4)a)
Senate Agenda/10Feb03
(023-46-RGS)


NOTICE OF MOTION

TO:   University Senate, Acadia University
    c/o Donna Murphy, Recording Secretary

FROM:  Dr. Thomas Ellis, Dean
    Research and Graduate Studies

DATE:   January 29, 2003

RE:   Nomination for Chair on the University’s Research Ethics     Board  (REB)

On behalf of the Senate Committee on Research and Graduate Studies, Dr. Steven
Maitzen is nominated as the Faculty/Ethics (Chair) representative on the University
Research Ethics Board for a three-year term which will expire 31 December 2006.
Dr. Maitzen has agreed to continue serving on the REB for this three-year term.

 

Attachment 4)b)
Senate Agenda/10Feb03
(023-69-CRE)


NOTICE OF MOTION FROM THE SENATE CURRICULUM COMMITTEE

Be it moved that the following be approved by the Senate of Acadia University:
When making proposals to the Curriculum Committee, departments consider the principle
that course additions and deletions be balanced.  In the event that a balance cannot be
made, department heads shall be required to give justification to the Committee for the
imbalance.
The forms used for submission will be changed to reflect this requirement.

Rosemary Jotcham, Chair
Senate Curriculum Committee
January 2003
 

LATE ADDITION TO AGENDA
Senate Meeting/10Feb03


In the process of preparing for next year including producing the calendar, there are several courses which we would like to add in the area of Biblical Studies.    These have been recommended by the Faculty and from the Faculty and Senate of Acadia Divinity College Senate.  They reflect the teaching areas of Dr. Craig Evans and are both a reworking of former courses deleted earlier and the addition of several new one.
 

BIBL 7513 Synoptic Gospels and Acts
A study of the relationship of Matthew, Mark, and Luke-Acts, and their theological perspectives. Unlike the introductory BIBL 6013, this course will engage selected passages in great detail and will address several scholarly and critical questions.
Prerequisites: BIBL 5013, BIBL 5023, BIBL 6013; Greek is an asset

BIBL 7523 The Johannine Writings
A study of one or more of the Johannine Writings, including the Gospel of John, the letters of John, and the Revelation of John. The course will focus on the question of the religious context of the Johannine community.
Prerequisites: BIBL 5013, BIBL 5023, BIBL 6013; Greek is an asset

BIBL 7533 Life and Letters of Paul
A study of the life, travels, and letters of the apostle Paul, with emphasis on his interpretation of Scripture, his Jewish background and training, and his understanding of the Christian message.
Prerequisites: BIBL 5013, BIBL 5023, BIBL 6013, BIBL 6023; Greek is an asset

BIBL 7543 The General Letters
A study of one or more of the General Letters, including Hebrews, James, 1-2 Peter, and Jude.
Prerequisites: BIBL 5013, BIBL 5023, BIBL 6013; Greek is an asset

BIBL 7553 The Dead Sea Scrolls and the New Testament
A study of the Dead Sea Scrolls, their contents, themes, critical issues, and relevance for understanding the writings of the New Testament.
Prerequisites: BIBL 5013, BIBL 5023, BIBL 6013, BIBL 6023; Greek and Hebrew are assets