A survey of theory and research on affect and emotion science. Topics covered may include the history of emotion research, measurement and classification of specific emotions, neurobiology of emotions, cognitive and cultural influences, consequences of emotions/moods, and disorders of emotion. Prerequisite: AUPSY 240 or 275; third year standing.

An examination of cultural differences in psychological processes such as perception, memory, motivation, emotion, values, language, interpersonal relationships and the implications of these differences for cultural interactions. Prerequisites: One of AUPSY 220, 240; third year standing.

An examination of psychological theory and research applied to the political realm. Topics covered may include psychological methods applied to political thought/action, political attitudes, political values and orientations, voter behavior, effects of political campaigning, intergroup relations, motivating collective political movements, and the psychology of terrorism. Prerequisite: AUPSY 103; third year standing; one of AUPSY 240 or AUPSY 220 is highly recommended. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUPSY 448 and AUPOL 494.

In-depth look at the language acquisition process from birth through the preschool years. The stages of language development are discussed, as well as theoretical issues such as the role of the environment versus genetic predisposition. Prerequisite: AUPSY 263.

This course is an introduction to brain injury. We will cover the pathophysiology of traumatic brain injury and stroke as well as factors involved in prognosis and recovery. Prerequisites: AUPSY 275

Investigation of the neural mechanisms that underlie learning, memory, and addiction. Prerequisite: AUPSY 275.

Advanced-level course that focuses on the research related to the etiology, classification, assessment, and treatment of a variety of psychological disorders in children and adults (e.g., anxiety, addictions, depression, schizophrenia, and personality disorders). A student becomes acquainted with the Diagnostic Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). Prerequisite: AUPSY 263 or 275. AUPSY 486 is highly recommended.

Overview of the major approaches to counselling, providing the foundation for the counselling process. The student is involved in a variety of experiences in order to understand the basic concepts of each approach. Issues within the counselling profession such as ethical behaviour and career opportunities are also covered. Prerequisites: AUPSY 220 or 256; 3 units in 300 level Psychology. AUPSY 346 is highly recommended.

Examination of the psychology of criminal behaviour and the legal system. Topics include theories of criminal behaviour, jury selection and decision-making, police interrogations and confessions, eyewitness testimony, and risk assessment and offender intervention programs. Prerequisite: AUPSY 240. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUPSY 488 and AUCRI 488 (2020).

Intensive study of a specific area of psychology as defined by the student and a supervising instructor. Prerequisite: Consent of the Instructor. Notes: An Application for Individual Study must be completed and approved before registration in the course. AUPSY 491 is classified as a science course.

Intensive study of a specific area of psychology as defined by the student and a supervising instructor. Prerequisite: Consent of the Instructor. Notes: An Application for Individual Study must be completed and approved before registration in the course. AUPSY 492 is classified as an arts course.

Literature review and proposal (including an oral report) for fourth-year thesis. Prerequisites: AUSTA 313, fourth-year standing, and consent of the Instructor. Notes: Admission to AUPSY normally requires a grade point average of at least 3.5. An Application for Individual Study must be completed and approved before registration in the course. The course is intended for a student planning to pursue graduate studies in Psychology. AUPSY 497 is to be followed by AUPSY 499.

Fourth-year thesis research, report, and oral presentation. Prerequisite: AUPSY 497. Note: Admission to AUPSY 499 normally requires a grade point average of at least 3.5. An Application for Individual Study must be completed and approved before registration in the course.

An introduction to the study of religion, focusing on major religions of the world. The course briefly examines the histories of these religions and various social and cultural phenomena associated with them, and also introduces students to the contemporary discipline of religious studies and the theories and methods associated with it.

Introduction to religious studies through an examination of contemporary theological interpretations of one central figure, Jesus of Nazareth.

An introduction to the literature of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament), focusing on the history of its books, and on their contents and major themes. The course also introduces students to the issues of interpretation, examining how different religious communities and individuals read the texts, and surveying contemporary academic biblical studies.

Attempt to interpret selected prophets within their historical context. The course explores the relevance of the prophetic mode of analyzing contemporary society.

An introduction to the concept of religion, through studying and reflecting critically upon the work of prominent and influential thinkers from the fields of anthropology, psychology, sociology and contemporary religious studies. Coursework focuses upon the challenge of defining religion as a human phenomenon, and comparing and evaluating different approaches to understanding it as such.

Contemporary problems in religious ethics and their impact on individual and collective decision-making in the areas of personal and social issues.

This course surveys the varied approaches to healing and experiences of sickness in modern life. It does so by investigating health, healing, and religion philosophically (in the way we think about ourselves), culturally (in the way we live), and existentially (in the way we experience our lives). Much of our discussion focuses on medicine, identity, and ethics primarily because a central factor that orients discussions about each is suffering. How we relieve, come to terms with, and act out our suffering have become the predominant features of modern life in western culture. Specific themes covered are the interconnections among dependence, suffering and identity; and the significance of religion for therapy and palliative care.

Critical investigation of the values and views of human nature implicit in the discourse of corporate globalization and of those within the alternative visions of Jesus and the Hebrew prophets.

Exploration of several current issues of the intersection of religion and public life and of how various religious traditions engage them.

Exploration of several current issues of the intersection of religion and public life and of how various religious traditions engage them.

This course covers selected topics in Religion. Topics may vary from year to year depending on the instructor and student interest.

This course covers selected topics in Religion. Topics may vary from year to year depending on the instructor and student interest.

An examination of religious texts and artifacts from the ancient world (e.g. biblical texts, Mesopotamian myths, iconography on statuary, reliefs, etc.), with a specific focus on representations of sex and gender. The course will introduce contemporary issues in gender theory to use as a lens for examining material from the ancient world, with the goal of better understanding various human beliefs and practices in relation to sexuality, the body and construction of gender.

This course examines the complexities and tensions in formulating religious responses to environmental problems. It looks at how eco justice, stewardship, ecological spirituality, and ecofeminism integrate Christian traditions with environmental responsibility. It also devotes substantial time to outlining the ways place-based identities address issues related to colonialism, environmental racism, technology and community. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUREL 345 and AUENV 345.

Critical study of the genesis, development, and structure of Luther's theology.

What stories do landscapes tell humans? What consequences do climate change, digital spaces and biotechnology have on how humans receive and preserve those stories? This course analyzes what is culturally, ecologically and religiously at stake in the inherited narratives humans have about the land. It does so by investigating stories about nature in creative, philosophical and religious writing. It focuses on the ways human experiences in forests, deserts, snow and water have been used as resources to challenge problems of race, injustice and violence in modern life. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUENV 365 and AUREL 365

Landscapes of Happiness explores how place-both physical and cultural-shapes what it means to live well. Rather than treating a happy place as escape, the course considers happiness as rooted in relationships, landscapes, and community. Drawing on Indigenous ecological knowledge, religious and spiritual traditions, philosophy, and empirical studies, students examine how people across contexts have pursued meaning and purpose through connection to land and one another. Through readings, discussion, and reflective practice, students engage diverse perspectives while addressing contemporary challenges like environmental degradation and cultural homogenization. They develop their own vision of flourishing and gain a deeper understanding of how human well-being is intertwined with place and the rhythms of everyday life.

Selected topics in the study of religion. Topics may vary from year to year depending on the course instructor.

Intensive study in a specific area of religion as defined by the student and a supervising instructor. Prerequisite: Consent of the Instructor. Note: An Application for Individual Study must be completed and approved before registration in each of these courses.

Intensive study in a specific area of religion as defined by the student and a supervising instructor. Prerequisite: Consent of the Instructor. Note: An Application for Individual Study must be completed and approved before registration in each of these courses.

AUSCA 101 and 102 are designed to develop ability in reading and writing Norwegian, with a strong emphasis on the development of comprehension and oral communication skills. During this process, the student participates in a wide variety of interactive activities and is also exposed to contemporary Norwegian culture. These two courses not only encourage the student to think critically about the principles of grammar as they relate to the Norwegian language, but also stimulate an in-depth understanding of the principles by which language functions in general. These two courses also lead the student through the steps of reflective learning as they consider and discuss language learning strategies.

Continuation of AUSCA 101. Prerequisite: AUSCA 101.

A survey of Viking Age / Old Norse mythology and heroic legends, focusing on readings in translation from the Poetic and Prose Eddas. The influence of Old Norse mythology on European and North American visual art, literature, popular culture, and music from the 19th century to the present is also examined.

Reading and study of selected texts in Norwegian literature and culture. Composition, conversation and intercultural competence are emphasized. Prerequisite: AUSCA 102 or Consent of the Instructor.

Continuation of AUSCA 201. Prerequisite: AUSCA 201 or consent of the instructor.

Through an integrated, Pan-Scandinavian approach, this course explores ways that physical geography has shaped Scandinavian society from the Viking Age to the present. Students work collaboratively to complete a group project. All lectures and readings are in English. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSCA 231 and AUGEO 242 (2024).

Study of selected topics in Scandinavian literature. Focus and content of each course will vary from year to year.

Introduction to the three major genres of Scandinavian folk literature: the fictional folk tale, the legend, and the ballad. Folk literature as a cultural mirror and the impact of folk literature on nineteenth- and twentieth-century Scandinavian literature are also explored. All lectures and readings are in English.

Study of selected topics in Scandinavian literature. Focus and content of each course will vary from year to year.

Intensive study of the Norwegian language. Prerequisite: AUSCA 202 or Consent of the Instructor. Note: An Application for Individual Study must be completed and approved before registration in the course.

Intensive study of a specific area of Scandinavian literature as defined by the student and a supervising instructor. Prerequisite: A 200-level Scandinavian literature course or Consent of the Instructor. Note: An Application for Individual Study must be completed and approved before registration in the course.

Intensive study of a specific area of Scandinavian culture as defined by the student and a supervising instructor. Prerequisite: AUSCA 231. Note: An Application for Individual Study must be completed and approved before registration in the course.

This course is about communicating science, either to the general public or to an academic audience. You will learn to talk, write, and search the literature like a scientist. We are going to think carefully about the audience and how to best communicate important information in an appropriate way. We will learn to find, read, and summarize scientific articles and present them like experts in a semester-long project. Prerequisites: 2nd-year standing.

Selected topics in the study of Science. Content may vary from course to course. Topics and credit value announced prior to registration period. Prerequisite: Varies according to topic.

Selected topics in the study of Science. Content may vary from course to course. Topics and credit value announced prior to registration period. Prerequisite: Varies according to topic.

Selected topics in the study of Science. Content may vary from course to course. Topics and credit value announced prior to registration period. Prerequisite: Varies according to topic.

This course will involve a weekly learning placement, faculty-led seminar, and technical meeting lecture. The learning placement will be an on-campus experience facilitating learning for junior students, such as serving in a classroom, a tutoring center or overseeing laboratory experiments. The seminar is a weekly meeting studying how people learn, communication, and the mentorship experience. The technical meeting provides details unique to the learning placement with a staff member. An important component of this course will be reflective assignments about the teaching experience. Prerequisites: 2nd year standing and consent of the instructors based on successful completion of the selection process.

History and models of computers including finite automata and Turing machines, computability, basics of formal languages, and complexity classes (P, NP, NP-complete). Prerequisite: AUCSC 111, or AUCSC 113 (2023) or AUSCI 135; and AUMAT 250. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUMAT 355, AUCSC 315 and AUCSC 415 (2021).

This course involves tutoring students learning first-year material in mathematics and computing science for 3 hours per week in the Math & Computing Support Centre (MCSC). Tutors will also receive coaching from the MCSC Director in how best to perform their duties. Prerequisites: 15 units in MAT or CSC and third-year standing.

This course involves tutoring students learning first-year material in mathematics and computing science for 3 hours per week in the Math & Computing Support Centre (MCSC). Tutors will also receive coaching from the MCSC Director in how best to perform their duties. Prerequisites: 15 units in MAT or CSC and third-year standing.

This course involves tutoring students learning first-year material in mathematics and computing science for 3 hours per week in the Math & Computing Support Centre (MCSC). Tutors will also receive coaching from the MCSC Director in how best to perform their duties. Prerequisites: 15 units in MAT or CSC and third-year standing.

This course will integrate learning across the different streams in the Chemical and Physical Sciences major. Students will spend time examining some significant historical problems such as the history of the development of the atomic model, history of the development of the periodic table, diversity and ethical questions and problems in the natural sciences. The course will culminate with an interdisciplinary senior research project. Prerequisites: 4th year standing and 6 units of 300- or 400-level AUBIO, AUCHE or AUPHY. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSCI 405 or AUCHE 405 taken prior to Winter 2024.

This course will involve a weekly learning placement, faculty-led seminar, and technical meeting lecture. The learning placement will be an on-campus experience facilitating learning for junior students, such as serving in a tutoring center or overseeing laboratory experiments. The seminar is a weekly meeting studying how people learn, communication, and the mentorship experience. The technical meeting provides details unique to the learning placement with a staff member. An important component of this course will be reflective assignments about the teaching experience. Prerequisites: 3rd or 4th year standing. Consent of the instructors based on successful completion of the selection process.

This course explores a variety of ethical issues related to computing and mathematics. Students will study ethical theory, professional codes of ethics, and apply them to make moral decisions. Topics involve information privacy and security, surveillance, cryptography, data mining, intellectual property and copyrights, computer crime and abuse, etc. The course includes extensive writing assignments and oral presentations. Prerequisite: At least 15 units in Computing Science or Mathematics or at least third-year standing. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUCSC 490 (2021) and AUSCI 430.

Study of structure and function of selected systems of the human body (skeletal, muscular, circulatory, respiratory, nervous, and others).

Introduction to the sociocultural dimensions of sport and physical activity. The course examines a variety of social institutions, processes, issues, and their relationship to sport and physical education in Canada and the United States. Topics include the emergence of modern sport, sport and culture, socialization, class and gender relations, race and ethnicity, government and politics, commercialization, the mass media, schools and universities, drugs and violence.

This course is designed to provide students with the foundational skills and knowledge for safe and enjoyable work and recreational experiences in the outdoors. Students will develop skills such as personal thermoregulation, efficient camp management, trip planning, equipment selection and repair, food planning and water treatment, knots and shelters, fire lighting and stove use, axe and saw use, outdoor cooking and a variety of safety skills including hypothermia prevention and treatment and bear safety. Skills will be practiced during weekly labs and other short local field experiences.

Introduction to winter travel skills of snowshoe, hand-hauled toboggan, and wall tent living. The course examines a variety of outdoor education theories and perspectives regarding leadership, group dynamics, and nature-human relationships. In addition, placed-based educational strategies will be used to develop a broad understanding of the expedition route. Note: The course requires participation on a multi-day overnight field trip. Students are required to provide personal outdoor clothing and equipment.

An introduction to the function of the human body from the cellular to systemic level. All systems will be examined and will include those that meet changing energy demands during physical activity. Prerequisite: AUPED 112 (2026) or AUSES 112.

A continuation of AUPED 215 (2026) or AUSES 215. Prerequisite: AUPED 215 (2026) or AUSES 215.

Study of the sequential changes in physical growth and motor development with emphasis on individual differences.

Study of a variety of movement activities, including play, games, gymnastics, and dance, in which children participate.

Study of the application of physical laws to movement and structure. Principles of motion, force, and equilibrium are stressed. Various sport skills are examined from a biomechanical perspective. Prerequisite: AUPED 112 (2026) or AUSES 112.

Study of the theory and practice of adult physical fitness as it relates to health enhancement and preventive medicine. Emphasis is on opportunities to experience a variety of activities potentially capable of enriching lifestyle. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUPED 241 (2026) or AUSES 241 or AUPED 245 (2026) or AUSES 245.

This course will examine current health issues that influence wellness and healthy living. Students will be introduced to wellness models and theories and will be provided with opportunities to consider and understand personal health decisions. Topics will include: stress management, physical activity, health decision-making, nutrition, chronic disease and environmental health. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUPED 245 (2026) or AUSES 245 or AUPED 241 (2026) or AUSES 241.

Study in the recognition and treatment of athletic injuries and vulnerable body structures, with emphasis on evaluation, modalities of treatment, rehabilitation, and current issues. Prerequisites: AUPED 112 (2026) or AUSES 112 and AUPED 215 (2026) or AUSES 215. Requires payment of additional student instructional support fees. Refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.

Study of the psychological aspects of the competitive sports experience, with emphasis on the multidimensional factors involved in the psychology of sport.

Examination of major themes in the history of sport, physical activity, and the body. Beginning with the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome, the course explores the social, cultural, political, philosophical, religious, and economic factors that have influenced sport, physical education, and attitudes toward the body in various time periods. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUPED 262 (2026) or AUSES 262 or AUHIS 212.

Exploring construction and performance of gender in sport and physical activity. Intersections with other identity categories, such as race, sexuality and ability will also be explored to understand a more complex process of gender production.

Comprehensive introduction to coaching principles, including sport psychology, training principles, sport pedagogy, ethics, and risk management.

In this course students will examine the Canadian North from an experiential perspective. Students will study the many factors involved in an extended winter expedition in sub-arctic Canada and will spend two weeks in the North participating in dogsled expedition, seminars, personal narrative writing, and a variety of other outdoor activities. In addition, students will analyze narratives from the Canadian North, with a focus on the expedition region. This course includes a 17-day expedition during February Spring Break and the week following. Prerequisite: One of AUPED 184 (2026) or AUSES 184, AUPED 283 (2026) or AUSES 283, AUPED 284 (2026) or AUSES 284 or AUPED 286 (2026) or AUSES 286, or equivalent; consent of the instructor. Requires payment of additional instructional support fees. Refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.

Introduction to theoretical and practical aspects of outdoor education. The course examines a variety of outdoor education theories and perspectives regarding leadership, group dynamics, and nature-human relationships. In addition, outdoor skills needed for wilderness backpacking will be developed. Note: The course requires participation on a multi-day overnight field trip. Students are required to provide personal outdoor clothing and equipment. Prerequisite: second-year standing. Note: Credit may only be received for one of AUPED 283 (2026) or AUSES 283 or AUPED 284 (2026) or AUSES 284.

Introduction to theoretical and practical aspects of outdoor education. The course examines a variety of outdoor education theories and perspectives regarding leadership, group dynamics, and nature-human relationships. In addition, outdoor skills needed for wilderness canoe tripping will be developed. Note: The course requires participation on a multi-day overnight field trip. Students are required to provide personal outdoor clothing and equipment. Prerequisite: second-year standing. Note: Credit may only be received for one of AUPED 283 (2026) or AUSES 283 or AUPED 284 (2026) or AUSES 284.

Examination of the current theories, concepts, and issues of leadership. The course provides a student with a foundation for leadership practica.

Introduction to a set of skills that can be used to better comprehend the research literature and to recognize new questions that need to be researched in the field of sport and exercise science. Prerequisite: AUSTA 153 or any introduction to statistics in Augustana.

Study of the physiological response of the human body to acute exercise and to chronic exercise (training). Prerequisite: AUPED 215 (2026) or AUSES 215.

Study of both theoretical and practical skill-sets in the fundamentals of lifestyle appraisal and exercise prescription to assist individuals acquire health and well-being outcomes across all ages. There will be an opportunity to explore the therapeutic use of exercise in other chronic conditions independently. Prerequisites: AUPED 314 (2026) or AUSES 314 or consent of the instructor.

Study of the physiological factors and principles of training affecting human performance. The course emphasizes physiological adaptation, specificity, and factors that influence the training process. Prerequisite: AUPED 314 (2026) or AUSES 314.

This course will provide a detailed overview of human nutrition by examining the roles of both macro and micronutrients in human health. It will discuss the recommended intakes and dietary sources of essential nutrients and provide a synopsis of their role in metabolism. Nutritional needs throughout the life cycle as well as those required for physical activity will be discussed. Prerequisite: AUPED 216 (2026) or AUSES 216 or consent of the instructor.

Examination of the cultural and business aspects of the sport of hockey, historically and in the present. The course explores such topics as fan identities, cultural memory and tradition, race and ethnicity, gender and youth culture, labour relations and free agency, salary caps and revenue sharing, minor hockey, audiences and the mass media, fighting and violence, league expansion and franchise relocations, and arena construction. Prerequisites: Third-year standing. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUMGT 360 or AUPED 360 (2026) or AUSES 360.

Examination of the history of sport in Canadian society, from colonial times to the present. The course links developments in sport to wider changes in Canadian society and social relations. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUPED 368 (2026) or AUSES 368 or AUHIS 368.

Examination of the historical development of the modern Olympic Games. Topics include politics, nationalism, culture, commercialism, media, gender, race and identity. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUPED 369 (2026) or AUSES 369 or AUHIS 312.

Advanced study of a particular dimension of sport and exercise science. Topics vary from year to year, depending on instructor and student interest. Prerequisite: Vary according to topic; second year standing. Note: AUSES 370 is classified as an arts course.

Advanced study of a particular dimension of sport and exercise science. Topics vary from year to year, depending on instructor and student interest. Prerequisite: Vary according to topic; third-year standing. Note: AUSES 374 is classified as a science course.

Advanced study of a particular dimension of sport and exercise science. Topics vary from year to year, depending on instructor and student interest. Prerequisite: Vary according to topic; third-year standing. Note: AUSES 375 is classified as a science course.

Spending time alone in natural places has a long tradition in the human experience. These experiences of silence and solitude have been sources of wisdom, self-awareness, and physical and mental wellbeing as well as served as a rite of passage for some people and cultures. This course will include regular readings followed by solo explorations in local urban parks and green spaces with the goal of having students discover a Listening Point that might serve as a foundation for wellness and a lifetime practice of solo and solitude.

Examination of the concepts and theories of adventure program planning and design as well as the concepts and theories of adventure program processing such as briefing and debriefing. Prerequisites: AUPED 389 (2026) or AUSES 389; one of AUPED 184 (2026) or AUSES 184, AUPED 281 (2026) or AUSES 281, AUPED 283 (2026) or AUSES 283, AUPED 284 (2026) or AUSES 284, AUPED 285 (2026) or AUSES 285, or AUPED 286 (2026) or AUSES 286.

Examination of the historical and philosophical roots of outdoor, adventure, and experiential education. Prerequisite: One of AUPED 184 (2026) or AUSES 184, AUPED 281 (2026) or AUSES 281, AUPED 283 (2026) or AUSES 283, AUPED 284 (2026) or AUSES 284, AUPED 285 (2026) or AUSES 285, or AUPED 286 (2026) or AUSES 286.

Study of protocols and the physiological principles underlying tests of fitness and performance assessment. Prerequisites: AUSTA 153; AUPED 314 (2026) or AUSES 314. Note: Students must have at least third year standing.

This course, which covers acute and chronic response to exercise, and the underlying mechanisms of adaptation, will extend the students' understanding of exercise physiology. It will also introduce the topic of occupational physiology. The students will have input into the topics selected for presentation and discussion. Topics that may be covered include the influence of exercise in the treatment of various disease states, and the physical requirement of various occupations and occupational testing. Prerequisite: AUPED 314 (2026) or AUSES 314. Note: This course was formerly (for 2 years) AUPED 375 (Special Topics in Physical Education and Sport); credit may be obtained for only one of these courses and AUPED 414 (2026) or AUSES 414.

Study of issues as they relate to sport and physical activity. The emphasis is on developing a capability to reason and think critically on issues of importance to the discipline of Sport and Exercise Science. Prerequisite: 12 units in Sport and Exercise Science; fourth-year standing.

Examination of the role of sport in Canadian popular culture, historically and in the present. Topics include the power of the media to create audiences for sport; the role of sport in the construction of local, regional, and national identities; the continental dimensions of professional sport; the place of sport in the negotiation of gender relations; the use of sport by the Canadian government; and the position of sport in an increasingly global economy and culture.

Intensive study of a specific area of Sport and Exercise Science as defined by the student and a supervising instructor. Prerequisites: Third-year standing and consent of the instructor. Note: An Application for Individual Study must be completed and approved before registration in the course.

Intensive study of a specific area of Sport and Exercise Science as defined by the student and a supervising instructor. Prerequisites: Third-year standing and consent of the instructor. Note: An Application for Individual Study must be completed and approved before registration in the course.

Intensive study of a specific area of Sport and Exercise Science as defined by the student and a supervising instructor. Prerequisites: Third-year standing and consent of the instructor. Note: An Application for Individual Study must be completed and approved before registration in the course.

Intensive study of a specific area of Sport and Exercise Science as defined by the student and a supervising instructor. Prerequisites: Third-year standing and consent of the instructor. Notes: An Application for Individual Study must be completed and approved before registration in the course. AUSES 497 is classified as a science course.

Introduction to sociology focusing on understanding the relation between the individual and society using concepts like social control, class, role, self, reference group, ideology, and world view. Through the use of some popular films, specific attention is paid to understanding the way we (as particular individuals) are, in taken-for-granted ways, shaped by our membership in large and small groupings. The implications of this shaping for our ideas of freedom, individuality, and morality are debated and examined.