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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.
FA Sem.
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 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 Deming’s DMAIC approach, statistical process control (SPC), and the design and analysis of experiments (DOE).
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: ENGR 3100.
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ENGR 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 1-4
Independent study course taught by multiple engineering faculty members showing diverse areas and career/research opportunities in engineering.
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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 including pneumatics, electro-pneumatics,and programmable logic controllers.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: ENGR 2100, 3010, 3011 and MATH 3100. Corequisites: ENGR 4100.
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ENGR 4700 - Independent Study Hours: 1-4
Independent study course taught by multiple engineering faculty members showing diverse areas and career/research opportunities in engineering.
Prerequisites: Senior standing or permission of instructor.
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ENGR 4800 - Senior Design Project - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
The culmination of the Systems Engineering curriculum. Carrying out a formal design experience starting from ideation to prototyping, fabrication, and testing. The project will reinforce the skills and subject matters learned throughout the major. Refining presentation, project management, communication, and teaming skills are reinforced. Most projects will include industrial involvement and the support of an industrial sponsor. Some projects will be provided by Engineering faculty. Design projects must demonstrate systems engineering design methodology. A final project report and presentation is given at the end of the term.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: Senior standing and open to Systems Engineering majors only.
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ENGR 4900 - Internship Hours: 0-4
Internships are available to majors upon submission of documents described on the internship website of the Student Success and Career Development. They are arranged individually usually with local organizations, agencies or companies.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and department chair.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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ENGR 4999 - Special Topics Hours: 2
An opportunity to study in-depth, current topics in engineering focusing on the faculty member’s personal area of expertise and interest.
SP Sem.
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.
Notes: 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, overthe-ankle boots, and an ASTM/SEI approved helmet. Intermediate and advanced students must wear breeches and boots. This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1005 - Group Hunt Seat Riding Hours: 0
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.
Notes: 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, overthe-ankle boots, and an ASTM/SEI approved helmet. Intermediate and advanced students must wear breeches and boots. 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.
Notes: 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, overthe-ankle boots, and an ASTM/SEI approved helmet. Intermediate and advanced students must wear breeches and boots. 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.
Notes: 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, overthe-ankle boots, and an ASTM/SEI approved helmet. Intermediate and advanced students must wear breeches and boots. 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.
Notes: 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, overthe-ankle boots, and an ASTM/SEI approved helmet. Intermediate and advanced students must wear breeches and boots. 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.
Notes: 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, overthe-ankle boots, and an ASTM/SEI approved helmet. Intermediate and advanced students must wear breeches and boots. 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.
Notes: 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, overthe-ankle boots, and an ASTM/SEI approved helmet. Intermediate and advanced students must wear breeches and boots. 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
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.
Repeatable to a maximum of 3 hrs.
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EQSC 1411 - Experiential: Stnd/Med Bandag
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 splints. This course has an additional fee.
Prerequisites: EQSC 1110 with a minimum grade of C, and Soph standing or above.
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EQSC 1412 - Experiential: OSU Rounds
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. This course has an additional fee.
Prerequisites: Senior standing, Equine Pre-Veterinary/Pre-Graduate Studies majors only, and permission of instructor.
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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 standing or above.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1414 - Experiential: Equine Wellness
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.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1416 - Pract: Techniques & Diagnostic
This course will provide in depth application of radiographic positioning, ultrasound preparation, surgical preparation for joint injections, understanding and prepping for diagnostic nerve blocks, intravenous catheter placement, commonly used pharmacologic agents, specialty bandages, patient assessment, recent advancements and technologies (ECSWT, IRAP, PRP, etc.). Note: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 1417 - Experiential: 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: Farm Equip Op
Safely operating and maintaining equipment commonly used in equine business. Operator maintenance is also covered.
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: Sales/Marketing
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. This course has an additional fee.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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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.
Prerequisites: EQSC 1100.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 2400 - Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy Hours: 3
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 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 1810, 1820, CHEM 1100, and 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.
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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 standing or above.
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 permission of instructor.
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 teambased learning activities, guest speaker demonstrations, cadaver pro-section/dissection opportunities, and journal reviews.
SP Sem.
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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 or 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 standing or above, 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 standing or above.
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 standing or above; or instructor permission.
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 standing or instructor permission.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EQSC 4200 - Advanced Topics in Equine-Assi
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. 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 standing or above, and instructor permission.
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ESCI 1001 - Introduction to Environmental Science Hours: 4
The interrelationships between people and their environment, including the atmosphere, hydrosphere, geosphere, and biosphere. The scientific analysis of nature and the social and political issues of natural resource use will be examined in lecture and laboratory. Individual and group projects will be used to illustrate the interdisciplinary nature of the practice of environmental science. Projects will culminate in the last few weeks of the course.
FA Sem.
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ESCI 1002 - Introduction to Marine Science Hours: 3
Appreciation and understanding of the physical, geological, chemical and biological aspects of the world’s oceans. The highly interdisciplinary nature of the marine environment is explored in the context of complex issues confronting the world today including: can oceans provide sustainable food resources and how will ongoing global change impact biodiversity, storms, and sea-level?
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ESCI 1010 - Physical Geology Hours: 4
Interrelationships between people and their environment, including the atmosphere, hydrosphere, geosphere, and biosphere. The scientific analysis of nature and the social and political issues of natural resource use will be examined in lecture and laboratory. Individual and group projects will be used to illustrate the interdisciplinary nature of the practice of environmental science. Projects will culminate in the last few weeks of the course.
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ESCI 1020 - Earth System History Hours: 4
The history of the earth from its origin 4.5 billion years ago to the present, focusing on the processes that influence the physical, climatic and biological environments. Topics include: the environmental interpretation of sedimentary rocks, the function of climate, and biological evolution as revealed by the fossil record including the Cambrian origination of multicellular animals, the rise and extinction of the dinosaurs, and fossil record of humans.
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ESCI 2000 - Field Geology Hours: 4
Hands-on experience examining and understanding rocks and landforms in the field. Includes an extended geological fieldtrip in which students will make field descriptions and geological interpretations and keep a detailed field notebook.
Prerequisites: ESCI 1001, 1010, or 1020 with a minimum grade of C-.
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ESCI 3000 - Environmental Geology - Writing Intensive Hours: 4
An introduction to the geologic processes that impact humans. Hazardous earth processes such as earthquakes, volcanoes and flooding; mineral resources such as fossil fuels, and issues related to the quantity and quality of available water. Fieldtrips will visit electric generating and waste water treatment facilities and a solid waste landfill.
Prerequisites: ESCI 1001, 1010, or ESCI 1020 with a minimum grade of C-, or permission of instructor.
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ESCI 3100 - Hydrology - Writing Intensive Hours: 4
Evaluating and understanding of the hydrologic cycle. In-depth look at surface and ground water systems and how climactic issues affect local and regional water resources. Examining how water systems can be intentionally manipulated to provide adequate water supplies.
Prerequisites: ESCI 1001, 1010 or 1020 with a minimum grade of C-; or permission of instructor.
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ESCI 3200 - Sedimentology and Stratigraphy Hours: 4
Examining modern sedimentary processes and environments, and comparing them to their ancient counterparts. What the stratigraphic record tells us about the patterns of environmental change, the rise and fall of sea level, and other factors that have shaped Earth’s depositional history.
Prerequisites: ESCI 1020 with a minimum grade of C-, or permission of instructor.
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ESCI 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 1-3
An opportunity to engage in independent research on an earth science topic of choice under the direction of a Biology and Earth Sciences Department faculty member.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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ESCI 4900 - Internship Hours: 1-16
Internships at organizations and companies external to Otterbein in environmental or earth science. Students must find an external internship opportunity and identify a Department of Biology and Earth Science faculty member to serve as their on-campus advisor. They must also complete the college internship contract between themselves, their advisor, and their external supervisor.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and department chairperson required.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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ESCI 4950 - Senior Thesis Research Hours: 1-4
Pursuing independent research on a major senior research project in the earth and environmental sciences.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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ESL 0507 - Introduction to U.S. Government and Politics Hours: 3
Advanced English language. Contextualizes grammar, vocabulary, and reading skills through basic information about the US government and American politics including systems of government, citizenship, historical documents, branches of government, political parties, and elections.
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ESL 0509 - Studies in Vocabulary Hours: 3
Multi-level English language. Contextualizes conversational and formal academic vocabulary through writing and speaking. Creating digital vocabulary lists from the 570 Academic Word List and 2,000 General Word List. The lexical relationship of affixes, collocations, idioms, phrasal verbs, and synonyms are discussed.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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ESL 0601 - Intermediate Reading Hours: 3
Authentic reading. Becoming more effective and confident readers through high-interest readings on academic subjects. Skills and strategies for effective reading, vocabulary building, note-taking, and critical thinking. Discussing and writing about ideas presented in text, building upon beginner speaking and writing skills. Organization and comprehension techniques to further enable fluency and develop critical and strategic thinking skills with guidance. Developing a sense of sequence of a work, and the ability to retell happenings in order of occurrence using appropriate transitions. Developing emergent critical thinking skills.
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ESL 0602 - Intermediate Writing Hours: 3
Exploring different types of paragraph writing, transitioning into the analysis and writing of essays. Expanding the understanding of support, using summaries, paraphrasing, and quotations to aid in fully supporting thesis statements. Recognizing common errors in complex sentence structure. Development of the ability to produce well-structured and supported essays of 3-5 paragraphs. Paragraphs will have support and transitions used appropriately according to essay style.
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ESL 0603 - Intermediate Listening and Speaking Hours: 3
Intermediate language development. Improving the spoken English fluency, linguistic control, and listening comprehension of non-native speaking students through interaction related to contemporary issues, American culture, and American history. Emphasis on American English pronunciation skills.
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ESL 0604 - Intermediate Grammar Hours: 3
Contextualizes English grammar through thematic units using the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Develops skills for intermediate students through informal and academic practice of form-focused structures of verb tenses, clause structures, question forms, modal verbs, noun phrases, pronouns, and adjective phrases. Emphasis is placed on applying grammatical structures in everyday life in addition to the academic classroom.
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ESL 0605 - Learning Colloquial English Through Current Events Hours: 3
Participating more fully in conversations in campus life and university courses. Learning common idioms, expressions, and modern slang through current events in the news as a means to engage in authentic dialogue with Americans.
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ESL 0606 - Reading for Pleasure Hours: 3
Introduction to varying literary genres. A particular focus on American life, history, culture and vocabulary. Identification of themes and expressing somewhat complex thoughts through verbal and written English. Five field trips in Ohio that will relate to each of the five stories read in the course.
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ESL 0607 - Presentations and Public Speaking Hours: 3
The collegiate and real world requirements of speaking intelligently and effectively in public. Provides opportunities to develop fluency and confidence while focusing on target areas of communication such as pronunciation and grammar. Attention is given to appropriate sentence structure and vocabulary development. A variety of listening and speaking activities including short lectures, small group discussions, pair work, and oral presentations.
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ESL 0608 - Studies in American History Hours: 3
The collegiate expectations of a liberal arts course. Analysis of authentic and adapted texts, discussing films, and giving presentations based on historical topics from American history. Focus on notable women in various fields and occupations and learning about the contribution of women in American history. Readings may include excerpts from history texts, essays, and articles. Ability to identify themes, use critical thinking skills in class discussion, and analyze texts in a variety of academic writing assignments is emphasized. Attention is also given to the study of advanced grammar and complex sentence structure in authentic reading and writing.
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ESL 0609 - Grammar and Writing Hours: 3
The realities of writing in a liberal arts institution. Applying knowledge of grammar principles in academic writing assignments, while developing organizational and analytical skills. Responding to academic reading texts and class discussions by writing well-constructed responses with complex sentence structure and proper word order.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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ESL 0701 - High Intermediate Reading Hours: 3
Topics covered in authentic texts, with a focus on form and content of the language used. Developing themes and expressing somewhat complex thoughts using varied levels of language. Use of reading strategies to analyze and organize requested information.
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ESL 0702 - High Intermediate Writing Hours: 3
The realities of writing in a liberal arts institution through an exploration of both the humanities and sciences. Exploring MLA style content and using research methods to examine and support ideas more fully, citing work in MLA style essays. Analysis of subject matter typical of humanities classes and narrowing ideas into theses which will be explored in writing. Development of ability to critically think about and analyze works (written or otherwise) and produce fully supported MLA style essays of 5-10 paragraphs.
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ESL 0703 - High Intermediate Listening and Speaking Hours: 3
Prepares high intermediate ESL students to participate in a highly engaged listening and speaking class. Provides opportunities to develop fluency and confidence in speaking and listening comprehension. Developing note-taking strategies, appropriate sentence structure, understandable pronunciation, and vocabulary development.
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ESL 0704 - High Intermediate Grammar Hours: 3
Contextualizes English grammar through thematic units using the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Develops skills for high-intermediate students through informal and academic practice of form-focused structures of verb tenses, clause structures, question forms, modal verbs, noun phrases, pronouns, and adjective phrases. Emphasis is placed on applying grammatical structures in everyday life in addition to the academic classroom.
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ESL 0705 - Sociolinguistics Hours: 3
An introductory focus on language in societies around the world. How individuals, cultural norms, expectations, and context have shaped language and its use. Considering various factors (age, gender, standards, ideologies, etc.), and exploring attitudes for such factors of language and choice.
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ESL 0706 - American Culture Hours: 3
A focus on listening and speaking. Using selected readings from a variety of sources to inform understanding of the many cultural events and periods of American history that are studied via documentary films, television shows and radio programs.
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ESL 0707 - Creative Writing Hours: 3
Using creative thinking and imagination to express ideas and personality through writing in English. Experiencing the playful aspect of writing through different kinds of poetry and stories. Exploring the ideas of audience and writing as communication. Expanding knowledge of paragraph development and the different ways to organize paragraphs. Developing the ability to write stories that demonstrate comprehension of character development, plot, setting, conflict and theme.
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ESL 0709 - Introduction to Journalism Hours: 3
Exploring the field of journalism and publication. Writing about topics of personal and community interest by using reading, speaking, listening, and writing to gather materials. Producing engagingly written articles in a journal to be published on campus. Discussion of famous journalists as well as important world events and news in their home countries and elsewhere.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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ESL 0801 - Advanced Reading Hours: 3
Introduction to academic reading. Becoming more effective and confident readers by providing highinterest readings on academic subjects and teaching skills and strategies for effective reading, vocabulary building, note-taking, and critical thinking. Encourages students to discuss and write about the ideas presented in the text, building upon speaking and writing skills.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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ESL 0802 - Advanced Writing Hours: 3
Familiarizing students with the realities of writing in a liberal arts institution through an exploration of both the humanities and sciences. Exploring APA style content and using research methods to examine and support ideas more fully, citing this work in their APA style essays. Analyzing subject matter typical of the sciences and narrowing ideas into theses which will be explored in writing. Conducting individual research including experimentation and field surveys that will support the theses of essays. Development of the ability to write fully supported APA style essays of 5-10 paragraphs based on analysis of appropriate resources and their own research and survey results.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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ESL 0803 - Advanced Listening and Speaking Hours: 3
Prepares advanced students to participate in introductory university courses. Provides opportunities to develop fluency and confidence in speaking and listening comprehension. Developing note-taking strategies. Emphasis on appropriate sentence structure, understandable pronunciation, and vocabulary development.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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ESL 0804 - Advanced Grammar Hours: 3
Contextualizes English grammar through thematic units using the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Develops skills for advanced students through informal and academic practice of form-focused structures of verb tenses, clause structures, question forms, modal verbs, noun phrases, pronouns, and adjective phrases. Emphasis is placed on applying grammatical structures in everyday life in addition to the academic classroom.
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ESL 0901 - Introduction to College Reading Hours: 3
Academic reading that provides students with a reading/discussion experience mirroring universitylevel coursework. Becoming more effective and confident readers by providing high-interest readings on academic subjects while developing skills and strategies for effective reading, vocabulary building, note-taking, and critical thinking. Discussing and writing about the ideas presented in the text, building upon speaking and writing skills.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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ESL 0903 - Introduction to College Listening and Speaking Hours: 3
Prepares students to participate fully in campus life and university courses. Provides opportunities to develop fluency and confidence in having authentic communication. Develops academic listening and note-taking strategies. Attention is given to appropriate sentence structure, understandable pronunciation, and vocabulary development. Includes a variety of listening and speaking activities, including recorded conversations and short lectures, small group discussions, pair work, vocabulary practice, and oral presentations.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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ESL 0904 - Introduction to College Grammar Hours: 3
Contextualizes English grammar through thematic units using the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Develops skills for college-ready international students through informal and academic practice of form-focused structures of verb tenses, clause structures, question forms, modal verbs, noun phrases, pronouns, and adjective phrases. Emphasis on applying grammatical structures in everyday life in addition to the academic classroom.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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ESL 0905 - Marginalized Voices in American Literature Hours: 3
Introduction to American literature written by authors from marginalized communities. Readings will include short stories, excerpts from longer texts, essays, and poems written by Native American, Latin American, African American, and Asian American authors. Prepares students for collegiate topics covered in authentic texts, with a focus on form and content of the language used. Identifying themes and expressing somewhat complex thoughts using varied levels of language. Development of the ability to use reading strategies to analyze and organize requested information.
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ESL 0906 - Studies in Pronunciation Hours: 3
Advanced study of a topic, issue or theory in the field of pronunciation.
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ESL 0912 - English Language Lab Hours: 1
Offers language support for a variety of academic courses. The emphasis is on reading, writing, listening and speaking, and grammar within the discipline of the academic course.
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EXSC 1111 - Anatomy and Physiology I Hours: 4
The first of a two lecture and laboratory sequence in anatomy and physiology with an introduction to chemistry, cells and tissues, the integumentary system with special emphasis on the bony skeleton, joints, and the muscular system.
FA Sem.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EXSC 1112 - Anatomy and Physiology II Hours: 4
The second of a two lecture and laboratory sequence in anatomy and physiology with a focus on the systems including the nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive, respiratory, and urinary systems.
FA, SP Sem.
Prerequisites: EXSC 1111 or permission of instructor.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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EXSC 1800 - Professional Perspectives/Technology in Exercise Science and Health Promotion Hours: 3
Basic information, history, ethics, current issues, and professional organizations, journals, and resources in the general area of Health Promotion and Fitness. Includes a skill-oriented component designed to introduce presentation skills and technologies utilized in the field of Exercise Science and Health Promotion.
FA Sem.
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EXSC 2000 - Scientific Procedures in Allied Health Hours: 3
An opportunity to expand the knowledge gained in ATHT 1000 by applying the principles of professionalism and expanding on the examination procedures performed in the Allied Health fields. Exposure to common medical terminology, use of appropriate anatomical references and applying this knowledge to construct SOAP notes based off of patient cases. Introduction to evidence based medicine and learning how this is an integral and ever-changing part of the medical field. Professional writings including resumes, cover letters and personal statements will be included in this course in preparation for graduate school applications. Preparation of an Otterbein University academic timeline to ensure timely completion of required coursework as well as elective classes that best prepare for life after Otterbein
FA, SP Sems.
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