Catalog: Saint Anselm College 2001 - 2002 Catalog
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12 The Campus Rescue Team includes ... special training as first responders and who work in cooperation with Health ... Services and Campus Security. Extracurricular While ... hours spent in classrooms, libraries, and laboratories. Students are encouraged ... to attend and to participate in the liturgical, ... , cultural, recreational, charitable and social activities which are sponsored ... by or through the College. Membership and participation in student organizations ... experience in interpersonal relations and lead to the development of initiative, ... leadership, responsibility and fair play, all of which are critical to ... the realization of a mature personality and a meaningful life. Extracurricular ... activities are many and varied. Some of the major activities ... are: the Abbey Players, the Saint Anselm Chorus, the Saint Thomas More Debate ...

, Biology, Environmental Science and Natural Science. For students enrolled ... application of the scientific method, and 3) incorporate this body of information ... Teacher Education Program must plan an appropriate selection of courses with ... for the secondary education Biology and Natural Science majors can be found in ... , the diversity of living things, and the relationship of the biological ... , The Biosphere at Risk (Biology 5), an introductory environmental science ... for both understanding the causes of and developing solutions for environmental ... problems. Laboratory and field work are important components of ... applications including: e-mail, an Internet browser, a word processor, a ... spreadsheet and statistical analysis software. Performance requirements: ...

Assistant Professor: Stephen W. Tobin. An interdisciplinary major in Biochemistry ... of Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. The program focuses on life ... , with emphasis on the biochemistry and molecular biology of cellular systems ... in simple and complex organisms. The curriculum is ... in consultation with a faculty advisor and include the following required courses ... (41); General Chemistry (11- 12), Organic Chemistry (27-28), Analytical ... 46. Other courses available to Biology and Chemistry majors may be chosen with the ... . A laboratory research project is an obligatory component of the curriculum ... and can be fulfilled by enrollment in ... in Biology (BI 21-22), Research and Seminar (CH 50-51), and/or Internships ... (BI 50, 51, and/or 52). Freshman Year Humanities I ...

(45), General Chemistry (11- 12), Organic Chemistry (27-28), General or ... be developed. Scientific research is an important aspect of an education in ... science and each major is strongly recommended to ... direction from the Department Chair, an individual internship program (BI 51 ... and/or 52); or (3) participate in the ... to develop in its majors organizational and communication skills, critical thinking ... and the ability to synthesize information. ... 3 Biology 4 Chemistry 11 Chemistry 12 Sophomore Year Humanities III ...

43 an informed citizen and consumer. Among the topics considered: ... atmosphere; solution chemistry; energy and the laws of thermodynamics; important ... processes; nuclear chemistry; plastics and polymers; drugs; and consumer chemistry ... . The course will not fulfill any requirement satisfied by CH11 or CH12, ... . Three hours of lecture/discussion and two hours of laboratory each week. Four ... credits. 11-12 The principles of chemistry with ... aspects General of chemical theory and behavior. The descriptive chemistry of ... I-II common elements is investigated and correlated to their structures, ... reactivity and properties. The laboratory work is ... observation, recording of data, and evaluation of results. Three hours of ... lecture, one hour of recitation, and three hours of laboratory each week for ...

45 44 The lecture and laboratory work consider the synthesis ... and characteri- Synthesis and zation of organic and inorganic ... term, students are required to design and carry out an independent synthesis ... project. Two hours of lecture and five hours of laboratory each week. ... chemistry of the elements Chemistry I and co-ordination chemistry. Prerequisite: ... Chemistry 11-12 46 Specific applications of inorganic ... II troscopic studies, catalysis and radiochemistry. Prerequisites: ... Chemistry 37-38, and 45 or permission of the instructor. 47 ... Topics include electrical and magnetic properties of molecules, trans ... , advanced chemical kinetics, dynamics, and photo- Chemistry III chemistry. ... The student conducts library research and plans a research project Research and ...

study of Greek grammar, syntax and vocabulary Elementary accompanied by ... the student to read Greek Greek prose and poetry. 7 Readings from Xenophons ... Anabasis, Symposium or Memorabilia. Xenophon ... Grammatical analysis and vocabulary building are emphasized. 9 ... tech- Herodotus niques of composition, and sources. Lectures are also given on the ... of Greek historiography. 10 Readings and discussions center on selected books ... the Homeric question, Homeric dialect, and the development of Greek epic poetry ... are given. 11-12 A review of Greek grammar and syntax ... and a survey of Greek prose Intermediate ... and verse with an emphasis on strengthening reading ... with emphasis on Plato, his works and his style. 14 One complete tragedy is ... tragedy, on Greek dramatic production, and on Greek tragic meters. 15 A Greek ...

program of study in computer theory and applications. The curriculum is ... which acquaint them with both software and hardware. Major requirements include ... Computer Science 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, and four other computer science courses ... must be from CS19, CS21, CS24, CS36 and CS38. Students are also required to ... take MA7-8 and a statistics course. Freshman Year ... 4 Computer Science 11 Computer Science 12 Language Language Computer Science 9 ... or General Physics recommended. 1 An introduction to microcomputers and ... processing, spreadsheets, Applications and databases. 6 A study of the programming ... coding, looping, file I/O, arrays, and scientific and engineering Programming ...

design techniques, file creation and mainte- Programming nance, report ... generation, and table handling in the business ... environment. 9-10 An introduction to techniques of computer ... basic concepts of data structures. 11-12 An introduction into the mathematical ... , trees, Boolean algebra, recursion, and algebraic structures. 13 A study of ... , Assembly register identification and addressing modes, instruction for ... , Language moving, looping, comparing and branching, I/O routines, conditional ... assembly, masking, packing and unpacking, and the use of macro ... of techniques to represent data in an efficient manner. Data Data Structures ... , deques, linked lists, arrays, trees and graphs. Both strings and numeric data ... are considered. Algorithms for sorting and searching data are also studied. This ...

53 34 An introduction to object-oriented ... analysis, design, and programming. Object The concepts of ... objects and classes are presented. The issues of ... inher- Oriented itance and polymorphism are studied. The course ... tial amount of programming in an object-oriented language such as C+++ ... . 35 A comparison of abstract machines and their physical counterparts, Automata ... machines, the concept of computability and the relationship to machines, digital ... computers and universal machines. Mathematical proofs ... are an integral part of the course. ... Prerequisite: Computer Science 12 or permission of the instructor. 36 An ... memory, the processor, the I/O devices, and the information. Systems Topics ... , I/O schedulers, shared devices and virtual devices, interrupt handling and ...

cedure, crime scene search, collection and preservation of evidence, Investigation ... science, police reports, interviews and interrogations, and methods of ... surveillance. Methods of preparing and presenting the case to the court are ... of Criminal Law crime, law of arrests, and courtroom procedures. Prerequisite: ... Justice 1. 10 The function of probation and parole in the administration of ... Probation Justice, including the law and theory of probation and parole, ... tions under which they are granted, an evaluation of their efficacy, possible ... . Prerequisites: Criminal Justice 1 and 3. 11 The rules of evidence, types of ... of exclusion, eval- Evidence uation and examination of evidence and proof, ... competency of witness, hearsay rule and opinion, testimony in court. ...

62 12 The theory of demand, production, and supply for different markets in ... Intermediate partial and general equilibrium are presented. ... Microeconomic Analysis Prerequisite: Economics 2. 14 A study ... of the theory and practice of money and banking and its use Money and in the ... . Banking Prerequisite: Economics 1. 15 An economic analysis of market structure, ... conduct and performance in Economics of the economy ... intervention into markets. Industrial An examination of antitrust activities and ... of both public util- Organization ities and private firms within the framework of ... development of economic theory and resultant public policy. Prerequisite: ... public sector budgeting, expenditures and taxation Public Finance are discussed ...

with a strong interest in the life and physical sciences, and a desire to ... working toward sustainable development and environmental protection. The program ... curriculum firmly based in the lecture and laboratory experiences of foundation ... courses in Biology, Chemistry, and the Physical Sciences. The major also ... requires courses from the economic and political sciences to introduce the ... student to the economic and political influences that lend ... to environmental decision making and the implementation of environmental ... the assistance of a faculty advisor and are required to take a minimum of 6 ... basic science courses and 8 environmental core courses (see below ... or internship experience is also an obligatory component of the curriculum ... skills to both investigate these issues and to design and implement actions aimed ...

, morphology, internal processes, and Geography external relations. ... Contemporary issues and problems within and between states and their geopolitical ... bases are emphasized. 12 A systematic approach to the study of ... societies within a spatial Cultural and ecological framework. Studies include ... Geography landscape, population and spatial mobility, the role of language ... and religion, types and level of economic development from ... post-industrial cultures, urbanization and settlement patterns, and the political ... on Physical landform development and climate. Within the diverse natural ... environ- Geography and ments produced by natural physical ... ramifications of these relationships and the need for prudent environmental ... changing socioeconomic conditions. 21 An introductory study of the basic ...

88 8 Examines the concept, origins, and consequences of national identity ... the world with case studies of Israel and Ireland. Nationalism: Israel and ... 11 A study of the political, social, and cultural history of Greece from Ancient ... : the Age of Homer, rise of Sparta and Athens, Athenian democracy and ... imperialism, and Hellenism. 12 A study of the political, social and ... cultural history of Rome from 509 Ancient Rome B.C. to the Fall of the Empire. It ... rise of the Roman Republic, expansion and imperialism, Roman society and culture ... , and Roman legacy to the West. 13-14 The ... at the rise of Christianity, feudalism and chivalry up to the renaissance of the ... 12th century. The second semester will ...

to a variety of professional situations and to give insight into the thought ... . Major requirements include oral and written control of the French language ... knowledge of historical, literary, and cultural values; eight semester courses ... literature) beyond Modern Languages 11-12 that meet departmental approval. At ... eight courses must be taken at Saint Anselm College. Students interested in ... . Conversation with native speakers and French laboratory drills are designed ... work in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding. The course requires ... three class meetings and one session of conversation with the ... practice, for two semesters. 11-12 The student is required to undertake a ... in composition, intensive readings and translations, and cor- French related ...

: Stephen W. Tobin. Natural Science is an interdisciplinary major combining ... mathematics with the physical and biological sciences. It is designed to ... offer maximum flexibility and scope for an individuals interest within the ... . Each student, in consultation with an advisor, will select a series of ... to take Biology 3- 4, Chemistry 11-12, Physics 27-28. In addition, the student ... of Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Since scientific research is ... an important aspect of an education in science, Natural Science ... direction from the Department Chair, an individual internship program (BI 51 ... and/ or 52); (3) participate in the ... BI 50); or (4) participate in Research and Seminar I and II (CH 50-51). Students ... to general biology, general chemistry and general physics, a selection of ten ...

Staley; Associate Professors: Robert D. Anderson, David M. Banach, Rev. John R. Fortin, O ... Piknjac. The study of philosophy is an indispensable part of a liberal ... , philosophy teaches students to analyze arguments and to assess the value of ... In its systematic function, it develops an integral view of the world, with a ... special focus on the human person and with final reference to God as the ... ethical function, philosophy presents an account of the rational principles ... , integrate their knowledge of reality, and assist them in living a more rational ... and more worthy life. All students take 3 ... in philosophy: Philosophy of Nature and Man, Ethics, and a philosophy elective ... a program in the history of philosophy and in the major branches of systematic ...

Elective Elective Elective Elective 4 An elective course for freshmen who wish ... , introducing them to the method and topics of philosophi- Inquiry cal study ... . 5 An introduction to the traditional topics ... pertaining to nature, the human person, and God. Nature and Man 7 A presentation of ... ethical theories. 8 A textual study and discussion of several major works in ... the Principles of Morals (Hume), and Foundations of the Metaphysics of ... from its pre-philosophical beginnings Ancient to the closing of the Academy in 529, A ... , Philosophy Plato, Aristotle, and the Hellenistic philosophers. 12 A ... medieval thinkers, including Augustine, Anselm, Medieval Thomas Aquinas, Bonaventure, ... and John Duns Scotus. Philosophy 13 The ... with emphasis on Modern epistemological and metaphysical issues. Philosophy 14 A ...

120 4 A comparative study of politics and political structures in selected ... on patterns of political organization and Government behavior, with particular ... to government institutions, political and Politics parties, elections, political ... participation and social movements. Required of Politics ... majors. 6 An investigation of the scope and methods of international politics. ... Emphasis will be placed on analysis of the distinctive characteristics of ... Relations the international arena and the recurrent patterns of interstate ... action. Required of Politics majors. 9 An examination of the nature, functions, ... and goals of the political Elements of ... , Hobbes, Political Theory Locke, and Marx, among others. The major topics to ... be covered include tensions and congruencies between human nature and ...

125 Senior Year Philosophy/Theology ... Philosophy/Theology Psychology 12 Psychology 24 Psychology Elective ... the student to the science of human and animal behavior. General The scientific ... covered Psychology I-II are biological and cognitive foundations of behavior, ... techniques, personality theories and development, motivation and emotion, ... vs. abnormal behavior, perception, and learning. Prerequisite: Psychology 9 or ... Psychology 10. 11-12 Methods of designing and conducting ... methods, data collection procedures and analysis are Psychology: presented in ... close cooperation between students and and Design I-II faculty results in ... covered include perceptual processes and attention, memory, mental Psychology ... solving, reasoning, decision making, and cognitive and language development. The ...

129 Sociology Chairperson: Karen Lynch ... study of Sociology gives the student an understanding and appreciation of the ... nature of society, social institutions, and people as social beings. Through a ... systematic investigation and analysis of the various patterns of ... , communications, business, law, and other related areas, as well as ... employment in the public and private sectors in such areas as ... , social planning, administration, and teaching. The program in Sociology is ... are required to complete Sociology 1,11,12,25, and 53. Students selecting the general ... sociology emphasis take an additional six sociology courses ( ... excluding Sociology 57 and 58). Students selecting the social work ... to the above-mentioned requirements, and four additional courses in Sociology, ...

130 1 An introduction to the scientific study of ... , social to Sociology structures and processes, and social institutions. It ... basic sociological principles, methods, and major social theories. 2 A study of the ... relating to this change in the past and the Society current picture of American ... social institutions. 4 An introduction to social gerontology and ... to the aspects of dying and Sociology of death. While the primary ... in modern society, the student will and Death be encouraged to translate theory ... practical applications of concepts. 5 An analysis of the family as a social ... institution and of marriage as a The Family system of ... is given to the family in America and the sub-cultures which form its history ... between family members will be analyzed using a sociopsychological model and ...

of the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John which The Gospels examines the ... sources, literary character, and theological purpose of each Gospel. 5 ... Investigates the life of Paul and the content of his letters, with empha ... first five books of the Old Testament and the historical The Pentateuch ... development of the oral and written traditions that went into their ... making. 10 An introduction to Divine Revelation ... enabling students to gain an Biblical understanding of the total ... Bible the Old Testament and the New Theology Testament. 12 An ... Christians come to Approaches an awareness of God and how, once aware, ... people respond to and to God live in relationship to this ... study of the significance of the person and work of Jesus Christ as Christology ...