Course Descriptions 401 CHEM 4570 - Secondary School Science Teaching Methods (3) Acquaintance and practice with various teaching and assessment methods. Development of science curricula including lesson and unit plans. It is recommended that this course be completed immediately before student teaching. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. CHEM 4600 - Inorganic Chemistry (4) Sp A study of the elements and their compounds based on the periodic table, current theories and laboratory work. Three hours of lecture and one 3-hour lab a week. Prerequisite: CHEM 3420 or permission of instructor. CHEM 4700 - Special Topics in Chemistry (1-3) variable title F, Sp This course may be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: CHEM 3420 or permission of instructor. CHEM 4710 - Chemical Preparations (1-3) Synthesis and determination of the properties of selected chemical compounds. Three to nine hours of lab a week. Pre requisite: P ermissio n o f the instructo r. CHEM 4800 - Research and Independent Study in Chemistry (1-3) Su, F, Sp Open to qualified students for one or more semesters. May be repeated for credit with instructor approval. CHEM 4890 - Cooperative Work Experience (1-6) A continuation of CHEM 2890. Open to all students. CHEM 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) Consult the class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. CHEM 4990 - Senior Seminar (l) A seminar course where students will share their research results with fellow students and faculty in written and oral formats. Prerequisite: CHEM 4800 or permission of instructor. CHEM 5030 - Chemistry for Teachers (3-5) Science content course for teachers in the M. Ed Science Emphasis Program. To register, select another departmental course and develop a contract detailing additional work required for graduate credit. Course may be repeated. Contract must be approved by instructor, department chair, and Director of the Master of Education Program. CHF-Child & Family Studies CHF 1400 - Marriage as an Interpersonal Process (3) An introductory survey course which addresses individual, interpersonal, and developmental dynamics essential for sustaining interpersonal and marital relationships. CHF 1500 SS - Human Development (3) A survey course which addresses the developmental aspects of individuals across the lifespan. Course content encompasses the study of biological, cognitive, social, and emotional developmental changes of the healthy individual in the context of the family and society. It emphasizes and demonstrates the vital connections between theory, research, and application. CHF 2100 - Family Resource Management (3) Understanding the significance of values, goals, attitudes and planning strategies in the management of human, economic and environmental resources as they relate to increasing satisfaction and the enhancement of family relationships. CHF 2400 - Family Relations (3) Examines dynamics of the healthy family using family theory, individual life span development, research, and active learning experiences. CHF 2500 - Development of the Child: Birth Through Eight (3) Focuses on developmental characteristics, developmental processes, and events and circumstances that influence the development of a child from birth through eight years of age. Prerequisite: CHF 1500. CHF 2570 - Middle Childhood Development (3) Focuses on the developmental characteristics, processes, and events that influence the growth of the child during the middle childhood development period. Examines the interactive efforts that the culture, family, school and peers have on development during this period. Prerequisite: CHF 1500. CHF 2600 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education (3) An overview of the historical roots of early childhood education; theoretical approaches, develop mentally appropriate practice, types and efficacy of early childhood programs; and political issues and ethical conduct within the early childhood profession. Two hours lecture and two hours of lab per week. Prerequisite: CHF 1500. Students enrolling in CHF 2600, CHF 2610 and CHF 2620 will be working with families and children; the State of Utah requires a background check and clearance. Applicants must be fingerprinted and complete a background check before being fully accepted into the program. A handout available from the department secretary explains the procedure and nominal expenses. If the background check reveals misconduct, you will not be allowed to enroll in these courses or any others that include field experience, practica or student teaching. Background checks require up to eight weeks and should be completed, or in progress, prior to enrolling in CHF 2600, CHF 2610, and CHF 2620 courses. See the department secretary for further details. CHF 2610 - Guidance Based on Developmental Theory (3) The development of a philosophy and a plan of action for guiding the child based on theories of development. Lectures combine with laboratory experiences to provide opportunity for building relationships with young children. Students complete a minimum of 24 hours practicum arranged by the instructor. Prerequisite: CHF 1500. May be taken concurrently with CHF 2600. Students enrolling in CHF 2600,2610 and CHF 2620 will be working with families and children; the State of Utah requires a background check and clearance. Applicants must be fingerprinted and complete a background check before being fully accepted into the program. A handout available from the department secretary explains the procedure and nominal expenses. If the background check reveals misconduct, you will not be allowed to enroll in these courses or any others that include field experience, practica or student teaching. Background checks require up to eight weeks and should be completed, or in progress, prior to enrolling in CHF 2600,2610, and CHF 2620 courses. See the department secretary for further details. Weber State University 2012-2013 Catalog