2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
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ENGL 2262 - Intermediate Essay Writing Hours: 3
Builds on skills and approaches from Creative Writing Across the Genres; encourages grappling with questions of persona, truth, reflection and the meander; emphasizes knowledge, practice, and experimentation with a variety of techniques; explores the history of the personal essay; includes collaborative discussions of writing. Study may include travel essay, memoir, and personal essay.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1155 and 1160.
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ENGL 2263 - Intermediate Playwriting Hours: 3
Builds on skills and approaches from Creative Writing Across the Genres; encourages grappling with issues of character and story development, staging, and point of view; emphasize knowledge, practice and experimentation with a wide a variety of techniques; explores the history of playwriting; includes collaborative discussions of writing.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1155 and 1160.
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ENGL 2280 - Film Theories Hours: 3
Methods and insights of film theory and criticism. Film from a range of perspectives and theories, including semiotics, structuralism, gender, psychoanalysis, and others.
Every other year, even years.
Notes: Cross-listed with FMST 2280.
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ENGL 2281 - Film Histories Hours: 3
Significant moments in the history of film from the silent period to the present. Topics include the silent era, classical Hollywood cinema, indie and avant-garde cinema, anime, the essay film, national cinema, and global cinema, among others.
Every other year, odd years.
Notes: Cross-listed with FMST 2281.
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ENGL 2290 - Literary Locations Hours: 1-3
Travel opportunities that are relevant to classroom-based courses offered by the English department. In addition to traveling to domestic/international locations as a group, participation in several seminars dedicated to preparing for and reflecting on the academic significance of the journey. The semester concludes with written assignments evolving out of travel experience.
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ENGL 2293 - Literary Magazine Editorial Board Hours: 1
Supervised work for Quiz & Quill, Otterbein’s student literary magazine, including design, copyediting, and proofreading of publications, promoting and hosting literary events, attending weekly Editorial Board meetings, and recruiting new members to Quiz & Quill.
FA, SP Sems.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 3 hrs. Graded Pass/Fail.
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ENGL 2294 - Literary Magazine Practicum Hours: 1
Supervised work for student literary magazine, including choosing and editing copy, designing layouts, promoting and hosting literary events, attending weekly staff meetings, and editing and publishing the Quiz and Quill.
FA, SP Sems.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 6 hrs. Graded Pass/Fail.
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ENGL 2295 - Linguistics Hours: 3
An introduction to the study of language, including attention to morphology, syntax, semantics, phonetics, language in cultural contexts, the history of English, Black English and other dialect forms, and psycholinguistics (including the child’s acquisition of language).
FA Sem.
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ENGL 2910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 1-3
Experiemental course topics.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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ENGL 3000 - Studies in Environmental Literature and Writing - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
Topical, thematic explorations of environmental literatures and writing. May emphasize nature writing, urban environmental literature, eco-criticism and theory, wilderness thought, the representation of landscapes and habitats, questions of environmental ownership and responsibility. Advances close reading and analytical skills. Includes opportunities to write autobiographically, reflectively, creatively, or critically. Emphasizes essential general education learning outcomes for effective writing: knowledge of craft, conventions, purpose, argument, and audience; critical thinking, reading, and writing; the writing process and collaboration; integrating ideas from primary and secondary sources; and writing in electronic contexts.
FA Sem.
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ENGL 3280 - Studies in Directors and/or Movements Hours: 3
Intensive study of a significant director, directors, and/or the movements to which they belong. Readings, screenings, and discussions will seek to create a command of the director or movement being considered. Topics will change with each incarnation of the course. Some possible examples include: The Films of Alfred Hitchcock, Encountering the French New Wave, The Weirdness of David Lynch, Sex and Power in the Films of Claire Denis, Documentary: Stranger than Fiction, and Screening Scorsese & Spielberg.
Every other year, odd years.
Prerequisites: ENGL 2280 and 2281, or FMST 2280 and 2281, or permission of instructor.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 6 hrs. Cross-listed with FMST 3280.
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ENGL 3281 - Studies in Film and Culture Hours: 3
Intensive study of the role film plays in the construction or challenging of prevailing social values. Readings, screenings, and discussions will seek to convey the way groups of films intersect with specific historical, national, and political contexts. Topics will vary, possible examples include: Screening the Middle Ages, The African Diaspora on Film, the New Iranian Cinema, and Documentary Film.
Every other year, even years.
Prerequisites: ENGL 2280 and 2281, or FMST 2280 and 2281, or permission of instructor.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 6 hrs. Cross-listed with FMST 3281.
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ENGL 3282 - Studies in Film, Gender and Sexuality Hours: 3
Examines the relationship between film and gender and sexuality studies. Topics include feminist film theory, queer theory, and gender studies of film. May focus on women directors, queer filmmakers, or film genres. Topics may include: Gendering Clint Eastwood, Melodrama and the Women’s Picture, Francophone Feminist Film, and Queer Action Heroes.
Prerequisites: ENGL 2280 and 2281, or FMST 2280 and 2281, or permission of instructor.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 6 hrs. Cross-listed with FMST 3282.
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ENGL 3310 - Advanced Poetry Writing - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
Builds on skills and approaches from Intermediate Poetry Writing. Interrogation of formal and theoretical traditions of poetry, while also writing both creatively in and analytically about the genre. Refining writing, critiquing, and the revision process.
FA Sem, every other year, even years.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1160, 1161, 1162, 1163, or 1164; and ENGL 2260.
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ENGL 3311 - Advanced Fiction Writing - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
Builds on skills and approaches from Intermediate Fiction Writing. Interrogation of formal and theoretical traditions of fiction, while also writing both creatively in and analytically about the genre. Refining writing, critiquing, and the revision process.
FA Sem, every other year, even years.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1160, 1161, 1162, 1163, or 1164; and ENGL 2261.
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ENGL 3312 - Advanced Essay Writing - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
Builds on skills and approaches from Intermediate Essay Writing. Interrogation of formal and theoretical traditions of the personal essay, while also writing both creatively in and analytically about the genre. Refining writing, critiquing, and the revision process.
FA Sem, every other year, odd years.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1160, 1161, 1162, 1163, or 1164; and ENGL 2262.
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ENGL 3313 - Advanced Playwriting - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
Builds on skills and approaches from Intermediate Playwriting. Interrogation of formal and theoretical traditions of playwriting, while also writing both creatively in and analytically about the genre. Refining writing, critiquing, and the revision process.
FA Sem, every other year, odd years.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1160, 1161, 1162, 1163, or 1164; and ENGL 2263 or 2264.
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ENGL 3325 - Studies in Literature, History and Culture Hours: 3
Compelling intersections between literature and culture at particular historical intervals. May focus on an iconic social era, a powerful political movement, a transformative event, or a culturally significant issue or theme. Nurtures advanced reading competencies, expository and critical writing aptitudes, and information literacy skills.
Prerequisites: Two from ENGL 2210, 2215, 2220, 2250, 2255, 2230, 2231, 2232, 2233, 2234; or permission of the instructor.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits.
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ENGL 3340 - Studies in Individual Authors Hours: 3
Intensive study of an author in English, American, or world literatures. Immersed in an author’s primary works and personal history; engages relevant interpretive and cultural contexts; considers a writer’s aesthetic development. May investigate paired authors or engage readings by other, related writers. Nurtures advanced reading competencies, expository and critical writing aptitudes, and information literacy skills.
Prerequisites: Two from ENGL 2210, 2215, 2220, 2250, 2255, 2230, 2231, 2232, 2233, 2234; or permission of the instructor.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 6 hrs.
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ENGL 3350 - Shakespeare - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
Intensive study of Shakespeare’s plays, including his comedies, tragedies, histories, and romances. Explores Shakespeare’s biography and artistic development; his language, poetry, and prose; his imagery, characterization, and themes; Elizabethan social and theatrical contexts; contemporary stage and cinematic productions of his work. Nurtures advanced reading competencies, expository and critical writing aptitudes, and information literacy skills.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: Two from ENGL 2210, 2215, 2220, 2250, 2255, 2230, 2231, 2232, 2233, 2234; or permission of the instructor.
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ENGL 3355 - Studies in Literary and Critical Theory Hours: 3
An investigation of a groundbreaking literary or critical theory with disciplinary relevance and currency. Engages the pivotal ideas and questions that distinguish a theoretical perspective; explores its sociopolitical implications; considers its literary or cultural currency; Nurtures advanced reading competencies, expository and critical writing aptitudes, and information literacy skills.
Prerequisites: Two from ENGL 2210, 2215, 2220, 2250, 2255, 2230, 2231, 2232, 2233, 2234; or permission of the instructor.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 6 hrs.
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ENGL 3360 - Special Topics in Creative Writing - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
Advanced writing seminar focusing on specific topics, forms, or subgenres of creative writing. Topics may include Prose Poetry, The Horror Story, Lyric Essay, Ten-Minute Plays, Writing about Art, Writing about Politics, Travel Writing, etc. Through thorough readings, theoretical and formal hallmarks are examined. Drafting and revision of numerous pieces of original work, and exploring publication and presentation possibilities in the area.
SP Sem (first offering in 2020-21).
Prerequisites: Two from ENGL 2260, 2261, 2262, or 2263.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 6 hrs.
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ENGL 3375 - Teaching Creative Writing in the Community Hours: 3
Leading weekly workshops in creative writing for groups of children or teens at elementary schools, residential homes, or other community sites. Weekly meetings with the instructor to plan the workshops and reflect on learning and experience.
Prerequisites: ENGL 2260, 2261, 2263, or 2264; and two from ENGL 1160, 1161, 1162, 1163.
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ENGL 3376 - Editing for the Arts & Humanities Hours: 3
Effective techniques for copy-editing (grammar, typos, etc. to eliminate unintentional errors in writing), hard editing (larger concepts like shape, syntax, inferences, etc. for improving overall quality of writing), and technical editing (fact checking, correcting citations, etc. for improving accuracy). May include practicum component. Emphasis on effective writing and information literacy.
SP Sem (first offering in 2020-21).
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ENGL 3380 - Studies in Adolescent Literatures Hours: 3
A topical, thematic exploration of adolescent literatures. May emphasize the compelling issues, elements, or conventions of adolescent genres and subgenres; the work of groundbreaking writers; the critical and popular reception of controversial or iconic texts. Nurtures advanced reading competencies, expository and critical writing aptitudes, and information literacy skills.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: Two from ENGL 2210, 2215, 2220, 2250, 2255, 2230, 2231, 2232, 2233, 2234; or permission of the instructor.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 6 hrs.
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ENGL 3381 - Studies in Genre Hours: 3
An intensive study of the conventions, evolution, cultural and theoretical contexts of vibrant literary genres or subgenres; or a topical immersion in pivotal dimensions of writing and reading literary texts (e.g. narrative strategies, studies of the book, characterization, conceptions of the reader, reception history, etc.). Nurtures advanced reading competencies, expository and critical writing aptitudes, and information literacy skills.
Prerequisites: Two from ENGL 2210, 2215, 2220, 2250, 2255, 2230, 2231, 2232, 2233, 2234; or permission of the instructor.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 6 hrs.
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ENGL 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 1-3
Independent study.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and department chairperson required.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 8 hrs.
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ENGL 4000 - Senior Literary Studies Project - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
Facilitates the development and production of an original, full-length expository or critical writing project for senior literary studies students. Reflecting on intellectual and personal growth in the major, working individually with a director, completing a senior reading and project defense, and submitting work to the department in an electronic format.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: Two from ENGL 2210, 2215, 2220, 2250, 2255, 2230, 2231, 2232, 2233, 2234; and two from ENGL 3325, 3340, 3350, 3380, 3381; and Sr standing.
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ENGL 4060 - Senior Creative Writing Project - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
Facilitates the development and production of a semester-long project in which senior creative writing majors work with a faculty director on a sustained work within a particular genre (or, in some cases, a combination of genres). Though projects can draw from or grow out of previous work, the work done in the semester should be predominantly new, extending each writer’s skills into a sequence of stories, poems, or essays within a particular theme or territory, or sections of novels and full-length plays. Participation in seminar meetings with a course coordinator and peer cohorts, reflecting on intellectual and personal growth in the major, working individually with a director, presenting work in a senior reading, completing a project defense, and submitting work to the department in an electronic format.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1160; and two from ENGL 2260, 2261, 2262, 2263, 2264; and one from ENGL 3310, 3311, 3312, 3313, 3314, 3360; and Sr standing.
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ENGL 4900 - Internship Hours: 1-16
Internships are available to majors upon submission of a written proposal as described in the internship packet. They are arranged individually usually with local organizations, agencies or companies.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and department chairperson required.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 16 hrs.
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ENGR 1000 - Engineering Fundamentals I - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
The basics of engineering drawings, representations of solid parts, CAD models and schematics used for designing parts for products, machines or system components. Includes sketching, making line drawings, and understanding the construction of solid models using computer aided design software. Also covers assembly drawings and the use of fasteners and design library com
Corequisites: ENGR 1001, and MATH 1250 or 1700.
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ENGR 1001 - Engineering Fundamentals I Lab Hours: 1
Laboratory to accompany Fundamentals of Engineering I. Includes drilling and tapping, circuit wiring, reverse engineering, 3D modeling and printing, and Arduino coding. Culminates with a multi-week term project focusing on design and function, with an emphasis on teamwork, communication and documentation.
Corequisites: ENGR 1000, and MATH 1250 or 1700.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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ENGR 1010 - Engineering Fundamentals II Hours: 3
Continuation of Fundamentals of Engineering I. Topics such as use of spreadsheets for data analysis, and learning the basics of computer programming and use of mathematical programming software. Fundamentals of mechanical, structural, electrical and industrial systems.
Prerequisites: ENGR 1000, 1001. Corequisites: ENGR 1011.
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ENGR 1011 - Engineering Fundamentals II Lab Hours: 1
Laboratory to accompany Fundamentals of Engineering II. Includes setting up laboratory experiments, data collection and analysis, and writing engineering laboratory reports. Culminates with a multi-week term project focusing on process development and control, with an emphasis on teamwork, communication and documentation.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: ENGR 1000, ENGR 1001. Corequisites: ENGR 1010.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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ENGR 2000 - Statics and Mechanics of Materials Hours: 4
Vector concepts of static equilibrium, truss, frame and machine analysis. Stress and strain analysis of deformable structural components, stress transformations, beam deflections, column buckling.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: ENGR 1000 and PHYS 1500. Corequisites: MATH 1800.
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ENGR 2100 - Dynamics Hours: 3
Vector concepts of dynamic systems. Dynamics of particles and rigid bodies, linear and angular motion, work and energy, and single degree of freedom vibration analysis.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: ENGR 2000.
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ENGR 2200 - Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer Hours: 4
Thermodynamic cycles, understanding principles of engineering thermodynamics from the classical perspective, including first and second laws of thermodynamics, with selected applications. Fundamentals of conduction, convection, and thermal radiation energy transfer in components and machines.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: PHYS 1600.
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ENGR 3000 - Electrical Systems I Hours: 3
Concepts of AC and DC power, understanding fundamental electrical components, circuit analysis concepts, theory and applications of electronic devices, operational amplifiers.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: PHYS 1600. Corequisites: ENGR 3001.
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ENGR 3001 - Electrical Systems I Lab Hours: 1
Laboratory to accompany Electrical Systems I. Setting up and running experiments with the use of DC power supplies, function generators and oscilloscopes to understand applications of electronic devices and operational amplifiers to gain an understanding of electrical instruments and measurements.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: PHYS 1600 Corequisites: ENGR 3000
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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ENGR 3010 - Electrical Systems II Hours: 3
Design of electrical controls and industrial control circuits, understanding rotating machines, and industrial power.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: ENGR 3000 and 3001. Corequisites: ENGR 3011.
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ENGR 3011 - Electrical Systems II Lab Hours: 1
Laboratory to accompany Electrical Systems II. Setting up and running experiments to gain an understanding of electrical application involved in rotation machines, control systems, and industrial power.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: ENGR 3000 and 3001 Corequisites: ENGR 3010
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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ENGR 3050 - Numerical Analysis Hours: 3
The use of numerical approximations for mathematical solutions. Mathematical theories of approximation are implemented using computer software. Topics include root-finding, interpolation, numerical integration and differentiation, least squares approximation, finding eigenvalues, and solving ordinary differential equations.
Notes: Cross-listed with MATH 3050.
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ENGR 3100 - Production Processes Hours: 3
A study of all net shape manufacturing processes, welding and assembly methods, and the economics of selecting the most cost effective methods for the production of component parts.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: ENGR 2000. Corequisites: ENGR 3101.
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ENGR 3101 - Production Processes Lab Hours: 1
Laboratory to accompany Production Processes. Experience and training (including a study of safe practices) in using manufacturing processes including injection molding, welding, and subtractive manufacturing (manual mill, CNC, lathe).
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: ENGR 2000 Corequisites: ENGR 3100
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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ENGR 3200 - Materials Engineering Hours: 3
The theory of the nature and structure of materials and how they affect mechanical design properties. Understanding how to select and use materials cost effectively in engineering designs.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1700, 1710, and PHYS 1500.
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ENGR 3300 - Linear Systems Modeling Hours: 3
Discrete lumped parameter models of systems, and the study of the concepts of mechanical, electric, fluid, and thermal systems and their analogs.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: MATH 3100.
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ENGR 3400 - Production Systems I Hours: 3
Understanding how design impacts the economics of production. Workplace design, flow, layouts and planning of production.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: Junior standing.
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ENGR 3500 - Statistics and Quality Control Hours: 3
Introduction to the concepts of statistics, analysis of data using statistics, and application of statistics for solving engineering problems. Applications using Demin’s DMAIC approach, statistical process control (SPC), and the design and analysis of experiments (DOE).
Prerequisites: ENGR 3100.
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ENGR 3700 - Independent Study Hours: 2
Independent study course taught by multiple engineering faculty members showing diverse areas and career/research opportunities in engineering. Each faculty member will teach a module of the course that focuses on his or her personal area of expertise and interest.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: Senior standing or permission of instructor.
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ENGR 3900 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 1-4
Experimental course topics.
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ENGR 4000 - Production Systems II Hours: 3
The economic evaluation of selective alternatives for design or production and the study of the principles of managing engineering projects.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: ENGR 3400.
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ENGR 4100 - Automated Systems Hours: 3
Understanding the production of motion using fluid power, electrical motors and drives. The study of how to economically design systems containing sensors with feedback to systems controllers.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: ENGR 2100, 3010, 3011 and MATH 3100. Corequisites: ENGR 4101.
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ENGR 4101 - Automated Systems Lab Hours: 1
Laboratory to accompany Automated Systems. Development of control systems for automated machinery in an industrial setting.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: ENGR 2100, 3010, 3011 and MATH 3100. Corequisites: ENGR 4100.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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ENGR 4700 - Independent Study Hours: 2
Independent study course taught by multiple engineering faculty members showing diverse areas and career/research opportunities in engineering. Each faculty member will teach a module of the course that focuses on his or her personal area of expertise and interest.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: Sr standing or permission of instructor.
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ENGR 4800 - Senior Design Project - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
Culmination of study by demonstrating the ability to apply engineering knowledge, working as a part of a team to solve a practical engineering project.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: Senior standing.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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ENGR 4999 - Special Topics Hours: 2
An opportunity to study in-depth, current topics in Engineering. The specific topics will change each semester.
Prerequisites: Upper division status.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 8 hrs.
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EQSC 1000 - Beginner Group Riding Hours: 0
Development of horsemanship skills both on and off the horse. Skills from many different riding disciplines in order to improve the rider’s position and ability to improve their horse. All riders must maintain a basic level of fitness necessary to stay safe and balanced when riding without interfering with the horse’s balance and soundness. Riding instructors will determine riding levels for both hunt seat and dressage riders. All students new to Otterbein’s riding program must sign up for a riding assessment. Call 614-823-3020 or email whovey@otterbein.edu to make an appointment. Students must supply their own hard-soled, over-the-ankle boots, and an ASTM/SEI approved helmet. Intermediate and Advanced students must wear breeches and boots.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1005 - Group Hunt Seat Riding Hours: 0
Development of horsemanship skills both on and off the horse. Skills from many different riding disciplines in order to improve the rider’s position and ability to improve their horse. All riders must maintain a basic level of fitness necessary to stay safe and balanced when riding without interfering with the horse’s balance and soundness. Riding instructors will determine riding levels for both hunt seat and dressage riders. All students new to Otterbein’s riding program must sign up for a riding assessment. Call 614-823-3020 or email whovey@otterbein.edu to make an appointment. Students must supply their own hard-soled, over-the-ankle boots, and an ASTM/SEI approved helmet. Intermediate and Advanced students must wear breeches and boots.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1010 - Group Dressage Riding Hours: 0
Development of horsemanship skills both on and off the horse. Skills from many different riding disciplines in order to improve the rider’s position and ability to improve their horse. All riders must maintain a basic level of fitness necessary to stay safe and balanced when riding without interfering with the horse’s balance and soundness. Riding instructors will determine riding levels for both hunt seat and dressage riders. All students new to Otterbein’s riding program must sign up for a riding assessment. Call 614-823-3020 or email whovey@otterbein.edu to make an appointment. Students must supply their own hard-soled, over-the-ankle boots, and an ASTM/SEI approved helmet. Intermediate and Advanced students must wear breeches and boots.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1015 - Semi-Private Hunt Seat Riding Hours: 0
Development of horsemanship skills both on and off the horse. Skills from many different riding disciplines in order to improve the rider’s position and ability to improve their horse. All riders must maintain a basic level of fitness necessary to stay safe and balanced when riding without interfering with the horse’s balance and soundness. Riding instructors will determine riding levels for both hunt seat and dressage riders. All students new to Otterbein’s riding program must sign up for a riding assessment. Call 614-823-3020 or email whovey@otterbein.edu to make an appointment. Students must supply their own hard-soled, over-the-ankle boots, and an ASTM/SEI approved helmet. Intermediate and Advanced students must wear breeches and boots.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1020 - Semi-Private Dressage Riding Hours: 0
Development of horsemanship skills both on and off the horse. Skills from many different riding disciplines in order to improve the rider’s position and ability to improve their horse. All riders must maintain a basic level of fitness necessary to stay safe and balanced when riding without interfering with the horse’s balance and soundness. Riding instructors will determine riding levels for both hunt seat and dressage riders. All students new to Otterbein’s riding program must sign up for a riding assessment. Call 614-823-3020 or email whovey@otterbein.edu to make an appointment. Students must supply their own hard-soled, over-the-ankle boots, and an ASTM/SEI approved helmet. Intermediate and Advanced students must wear breeches and boots.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1025 - Private Riding/Personal Horse Hours: 0
Development of horsemanship skills both on and off the horse. Skills from many different riding disciplines in order to improve the rider’s position and ability to improve their horse. All riders must maintain a basic level of fitness necessary to stay safe and balanced when riding without interfering with the horse’s balance and soundness. Riding instructors will determine riding levels for both hunt seat and dressage riders. All students new to Otterbein’s riding program must sign up for a riding assessment. Call 614-823-3020 or email whovey@otterbein.edu to make an appointment. Students must supply their own hard-soled, over-the-ankle boots, and an ASTM/SEI approved helmet. Intermediate and Advanced students must wear breeches and boots.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1030 - Private Riding/Otterbein Horse Hours: 0
Development of horsemanship skills both on and off the horse. Skills from many different riding disciplines in order to improve the rider’s position and ability to improve their horse. All riders must maintain a basic level of fitness necessary to stay safe and balanced when riding without interfering with the horse’s balance and soundness. Riding instructors will determine riding levels for both hunt seat and dressage riders. All students new to Otterbein’s riding program must sign up for a riding assessment. Call 614-823-3020 or email whovey@otterbein.edu to make an appointment. Students must supply their own hard-soled, over-the-ankle boots, and an ASTM/SEI approved helmet. Intermediate and Advanced students must wear breeches and boots.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1095 - Teaching Methods Group Riding Lesson Hours: 0
Development of horsemanship skills both on and off the horse. Skills from many different riding disciplines in order to improve the rider’s position and ability to improve their horse. All riders must maintain a basic level of fitness necessary to stay safe and balanced when riding without interfering with the horse’s balance and soundness. Riding instructors will determine riding levels for both hunt seat and dressage riders. All students new to Otterbein’s riding program must sign up for a riding assessment. Call 614-823-3020 or email whovey@otterbein.edu to make an appointment. Students must supply their own hard-soled, over-the-ankle boots, and an ASTM/SEI approved helmet. Intermediate and Advanced students must wear breeches and boots.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1100 - Horsemastership Hours: 3
Introduction to equine science and the equine industry. Aspects of evolution and the role of the horse throughout history, as well modern disciplines, equipment, breeds, colors, current issues, and career opportunities. Additional topics include basic health and management, gaits, and conformation.
FA Sem.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1110 - Horsemastership Lab Hours: 1
Clinical work covers the practice of handling, grooming and preventive health care, appropriate use of restraint, tack fitting and behavioral observation, with an emphasis on the safe and effective handling of animals, and ethical practices.
FA Sem.
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EQSC 1200 - Equine Anatomy and Physiology Hours: 4
Introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, nervous, endocrine, integumentary, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. The more common related diseases and disorders are also studied.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: EQSC 1100 with a minimum grade of C.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1250 - Equine Health Monitoring Hours: 2
Explores important topics related to equine management and health monitoring. Up to 2 hours, 5 mornings a week are spent at the Equine Center undertaking complete care and health monitoring. Emphasis on current equine management literature. Lectures on selected equine management topics with current journal articles will be used in each week’s rotation, highlighting the different philosophies and approaches to horse care and stable management.
Prerequisites: EQSC 1110 with a minimum grade of C.
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EQSC 1410 - Practicum Hours: 1
Topics vary each semester, and may include, but are not limited to: horse trailering, forage evaluation, wound care and bandaging, course design, tractor driving and maintenance.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 3 hrs.
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EQSC 1411 - Experiential Course: Standard and Medical Bandaging Hours: 1
Skills necessary to accurately apply common bandages used in the daily care and maintenance of horses, including shipping bandages, tail bandages, polo wraps, and common leg protection. Emphasis on wound types, principles of wound healing, cleaning and debridement, medications, and appropriate bandaging techniques. Applying a medical version of the standing wrap, stack wraps of the knee and hock, the foot wrap, wound wraps (various sites) and the application of the Robert Jones bandage with splint.
Prerequisites: EQSC 1110 with a minimum grade of C, and sophomore standing or above.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1412 - Experiential Course: OSU Rounds Hours: 1
Attending rounds in the equine section of The Ohio State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Researching diseases/conditions previously observed, and delivering relevant presentations during class.
Prerequisites: Senior standing, Equine Pre-Veterinary/Pre-Graduate Studies majors only, and permission of instruction.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1413 - Experiential Course: Medical Administration Hours: 1
Practice of a variety of medicine administration techniques, including medications given systemically (oral, intranasal, intramuscular injections, etc). A review of different drug classes, safety, and handling.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1414 - Experiential Course: Equine Wellness Hours: 1
Holistic approach to equine wellness. Includes an introduction to a broad range of topics such as nutrition, chiropractic, acupuncture, dentistry, behavior and massage. Using different therapy techniques and technologies under the supervision of an accredited equine health professional, and interviewing/interacting with different equine specialists. Students will be assigned to horses with therapeutic needs and will be required to be available outside of scheduled class time for therapy application.
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EQSC 1415 - Experiential Course: Forage Analysis Hours: 1
Introduction to commonly seen concentrates and forage. Identification of various feeds and knowledge of their basic nutritional uses. Proficiency in sampling forage and interpreting the analyses.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: Equine Business Management majors only; or permission of instructor.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1417 - Experiential Course: Lungeing Hours: 1
The horse-human communication using verbal and body cues. Working with a school horse and developing a lungeing pattern similar to a dressage pattern, including lungeing over a jump.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1418 - Experiential Course: Farm Equipment Operation and Maintenance Hours: 1
Safely operating and maintaining equipment commonly used in equine business. Operator maintenance is also covered.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1419 - Experiential Course: Cross Country Course Building Hours: 1
Constructing safe and cost effective cross country jumps. Development of a broader understanding of cross country jumps and the use of varied terrain in the development and training of horses. Related distances, galloping speeds, and jump styles will be also be covered.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1420 - Experiential Course: Sales and Marketing Hours: 2
Marketing and selling a selected school horse using a team-based approach, and being responsible for the care and exercise of the horse in addition to developing multimedia-marketing materials. Communicating with potential clients and developing potential client lists.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1421 - Experiential Course: American National Riding Commission Hours: 1
Examination of the theory behind the American System of Forward Riding and preparation for the ANRC rider-rating examination. Topics include the fundamentals of a good working position, and the correct use of the rider’s weight and aid. Distinguishing the differences between the appropriate uses of the aids for each level of riding and becoming familiar with the rules/regulations and format of the National Intercollegiate Equitation Championship.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 2000 - Experiential Course: Equine Event Management Hours: 2
The features of equine events, developing timelines, marketing strategies, and event design, and investigating sponsor relationships, collaborations and catering options. Planning a Spring Semester event, or becoming a contributing member of an existing planned event. Potential events will be schooling show series, clinics, horse shows and derbies.
FA Sem.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 2400 - Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy Hours: 4
An overview of EAGALA model equine-assisted psychotherapy (EAP) and learning. The fundamentals of EAGALA model facilitation as well as a general overview of mental health issues and populations in which EAP is effective. Gaining general knowledge of the model and how to apply it in real-life settings.
SP Sem, every other year, even years.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 2800 - Farrier Science Hours: 2
The anatomy and physiology of the foot and lower leg of the horse: bone structure, tendons, ligaments, innervation and circulation. Emphasis on the internal anatomy of the foot as well as proper tools and shoe types.
Prerequisites: EQSC 1200 with a minimum grade of C.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 2900 - Therapeutic Riding Hours: 3
Theory and practical experience using the PATH International model of therapeutic riding. The history of therapeutic riding, common disabilities, benefits for participants, safety regulations, written policies and procedures, precautions, contraindications, teaching methods, mounting techniques, and equine and equipment selection. Gaining practical experience in developing lesson plans and instructing therapeutic riding lessons.
SP Sem, every other year, odd years.
Notes: This course has an additional fee
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EQSC 2910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 4
Experimental course topics.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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EQSC 3000 - Systems I Hours: 4
The anatomy, physiology, associated diseases or disorders, diagnostic techniques, treatment and care, and prevention as they relate to each body system. Attainment of a global perspective and understanding of the horse as a functioning unit made up of interrelated and interdependent body systems. Includes the following areas: ophthalmology, the respiratory and cardiovascular systems, hematology and immunology, the integument, and the gastrointestinal system. The application of ophthalmic medications, venipuncture, administration of intramuscular injections and oral preparations, dissection and examination of the gastrointestinal tract, thoracic cavity, and reproductive organs.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: BIO 1010/1020 or BIO 1810/1820, EQSC 1200 all with a minimum grade of C or better, and Equine Veterinary Technology or Equine Pre-Veterinary/Pre-Graduate Studies majors only; or permission of instructor.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 3020 - Systems Seminar I Hours: 2
The pathophysiology associated with diseases or disorders, diagnostic techniques, treatment and care, and prevention as they relate to each body system. Provides the unique opportunity to discuss, visualize, and expand upon diagnostic techniques and therapies covered in the Systems course, as well as expanding knowledge of anatomy and physiology previously acquired in EQSC 1200. Gaining an in-depth understanding of anatomy and physiology, system-specific examinations, diagnostics, and real-world applications through small, interactive group lectures, hands-on team-based learning activities, guest speaker demonstrations, cadaver prosection/dissection opportunities, and journal reviews. Body systems covered coincide with Systems Seminar I.
FA Sem.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 3050 - Equine Medical Management Hours: 3
The diseases against which horses are commonly vaccinated, methods of strategic parasite control, wound care, and medical bandaging. The basic principles of immunology which serve as the basis for vaccination programs. Using the guidelines of the American Association of Equine Practitioners, vaccination programs will be examined based on the intended use of the horse, the horse’s age, and pregnancy status. Techniques of medicine administration (oral administration and intramuscular injection), wound care, bandaging techniques, and the more common medications maintained at equine centers.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: EQSC 1200 with a minimum grade of C, and Junior or Senior standing.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 3100 - Systems II Hours: 4
The musculoskeletal and nervous system, urinary system, endocrinology, reproduction, and finally the foal. Natural breeding, artificial insemination and recent developments in frozen semen use and embryo transfer are emphasized. A field trip to Lexington, Kentucky includes visiting a leading breeding facility, a state-of-the-art equine veterinary hospital and an equine research center. Fore and rear limb dissection, neurological evaluation, lameness evaluation, radiography, tendon ultrasonography, and other advanced diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. The proper and safe cleaning of the sheath and external mare genitalia, the breeding soundness evaluation of the stallion, and working with foals.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: EQSC 3000 with a minimum grade of C, or instructor permission.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 3120 - Systems Seminar II Hours: 2
The pathophysiology associated with diseases or disorders, diagnostic techniques, treatment and care, and prevention as they relate to each body system. The unique opportunity to discuss, visualize, and expand upon diagnostic techniques and therapies covered in EQSC 3100, as well as expand their knowledge of anatomy and physiology previously acquired in EQSC 1200. Gaining an in-depth understanding of anatomy and physiology, system-specific examinations, diagnostics, and real world applications through small, interactive group lectures, hands-on team-based learning activities, guest speaker demonstrations, cadaver pro-section/dissection opportunities, and journal reviews.
SP Sem.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 3200 - Applied Equine Business Principles Hours: 3
Equine business management practices commonly employed in the equine industry. Developing a business plan and pitching a unique equine product to be presented for external review. The practices of common non-profit equine organizations.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: Junior standing and above.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 3300 - Equine Facility Design Hours: 3
The design and management of equine facilities. Topics include: facility layout, material, and construction options as affected by climate and regional custom, pasture and waste management (aerobic composting), equipment use, storage and zoning, land use issues. Hands on practice and field trips to area facilities.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: Junior/Senior standing, or instructor permission.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 3400 - Evaluating Equine Conformation Form vs. Function Hours: 3
The effects of equine conformation on performance, movement and soundness. Common unsoundness and blemishes will be examined from a trainer/ professional’s point of view. Evaluating horses both in photos and in person at the Equine Center. The equine purchase and sale process. Training for certain conformation types will be explored. Breeds will be compared and traits explored for determining beneficial crossbreed aspects for different disciplines. Different horse paces such as the tolt and pace will be studied, in addition to International Federation for Equestrian sport (FEI) requirements, rules and terms for the Olympic disciplines. Exploration of racing and judging of dressage, hunter/jumper and other disciplines.
SP Sem.
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EQSC 3410 - Service Learning Hours: 1
Providing a program or a service to a group such as riders with disabilities, 4-H groups, inner city children, or groups requiring knowledge of safe horse handling. Preparing a statement of goals, objectives, methods, and the material to be covered.
FA, SP Sem.
Prerequisites: EQSC 1100 with a minimum grade of C; and Senior standing or permission of instructor.
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EQSC 3500 - Legal Aspects of the Equine Industry Hours: 3
An introduction to the American legal system and exposure to current equine-related issues, through analysis of legal judgments and legislation. Topics include: contract law (sales, boarding, liability releases), personal injury, negligence, and insurance.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 1-5
Pursuing a minor research project or continuing with more advanced work in equine science department offerings.
Prerequisites: EQSC 1200 with a minimum grade of C, and Junior/Senior standing; or permission.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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EQSC 3910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 4
Experimental course topics.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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EQSC 4000 - Animal Nutrition and Feeding - Writing Intensive Hours: 4
Nutrition and feeding practices for common domestic animal species, including horses, swine, poultry, dairy cattle, beef cattle, small ruminants, and companion animals. The nutritional roles of water, carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, minerals, and vitamins, along with their availability in common feedstuffs. Nutrient requirements and ration formulation for animals with differing requirements due to life stage, activity level, or other factors.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: EQSC 3100 or ZOSC 2010; or permission of instructor.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 4100 - Contemporary and Emerging Equine Issues - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
Posting blogs on a private blog site, exploring controversial issues facing the equine industry. Topics vary, and may include: horse cloning, training methods, the unwanted horse, horse slaughter, Bureau of Land Management wild horses, pregnant mare urine (PMU) farms, breeding, racing, complementary and alternative medicine and other current topics. Most topics will involve industry experts via visit, telephone, blog and/or Skype.
Prerequisites: Senior class standing or permission.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 4200 - Advanced Topics in Equine-Assisted Activities Hours: 2
Topics covered may include: research, biomechanics of horse and rider, emotional connection between horse and human, evaluation and training of the EAAT horse, behavior management, designing programs for specific populations, volunteer management, fundraising, and current issues. Development of a professional e-portfolio. Completion of either an EAGALA Equine Specialist workshop or PATH International Registered Therapeutic Riding Instructor on-site workshop and certification at Otterbein over the summer.
SP Sem, every other year, even years.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 4900 - Internship Hours: 1-16
Internship experiences throughout the academic career. Official application and internship contract development should start no later than the beginning of the semester prior to registration for the internship. No student will be permitted to start an internship until the completed registration form has been submitted to the Registrar, and the Internship Learning Contract has been completed, signed, and turned in to the Center for Career and Professional Development. If a final internship is required, it must be undertaken when all other equine science courses have been completed.
Prerequisites: Junior/Senior standing and permission of instructor.
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