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Page 1: FYI Guide 2012-13

First Year Information

Guide

2012-2013

P r o d u c e d b y t h e

O f f i c e o f U n d e r g r a d u a t e S t u d i e s

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Table of Contents

How to Use the First Year Information (FYI) Guide …………………………………………………………………….. 3 Differences Between High School and College …………………………………………………………………………. 4 Building Foundations for Academic Success: Time Management & Study Skills …………………………………… 5 Your Academic Degree and SAGES Curriculum ……………………………………………………………………….. 6 Determining an Academic Focus for Your First Year …………………………………………………………………... 8 Major and Career Exploration……………………………………………………………………………………………… 9 Academic Advising………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 10 2012 – 2013 Majors and Minors for Case Western Reserve University Undergraduate Degrees ………………… 11 Preparing for Course Registration ………………………………………………………………………………………... 13 Registration: Frequently Asked Questions……………………………………………………………………………….. 15 Using SIS to Explore Course Options…………………………………………………………………………………….. 20 Placing Courses in Your Shopping Cart………………………………………………………………………………….. 24 Course Registration…………………………………………..…………………………………………………………….. 27 SAGES First Seminar Course Selection …………………………………………………………………………………. 33 Enhanced Course Options ……..………………………………………………………………………………………….. 34 Recommendations for First-Year Students with an Interest in Medicine, Dentistry, or Other Professional Health S i

35 Recommendations for First-Year Students with an Interest in Attending Law School……………………………… 38 Recommendations for First-Year Students with an Interest in Study Abroad ……………………………………….. 40 Recommendations for First-Year Students Interested in Research Opportunities ………………………………….. 42 First Year Course Offerings, Fall 2012 …………………………………………………………………………………… 44 University Physical Education Requirement & Varsity Athletics……………...……………………………………….. 52 Ordering, Purchasing, and Obtaining Your College Textbooks ……………………………………………………….. 53 Advanced Placement (AP) Course Equivalencies, 2012 – 2013 ……………………………………………………… 55 International Baccalaureate (IB) Course Equivalencies, 2012 – 2013 ……………………………………………….. 57 Placement and Proficiency Examinations ……………………………………………………………………………….. 59 Financial Information ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 61 Financial Aid Awards……………………………………………………...………………………………………………... 62 Academic Standing Policy …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 63 Criteria for Scholarship Retention ………………………………………………………………………………………… 64 Important Dates …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 65 Campus Resources ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 66 Advice from Upperclass Students………………………………………………………………………………………… 67 When You’re Ready to Declare …………………………………………………………………………………………… 73 Major Declaration Process …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 74 Academic Representatives and Contacts for First-Year Students/Advisors 2012-2013 ………………………... 75 APPENDICES: Schedule Development Recommendations…………………………………………………………… 78 Exploring Academic Options………………………………..……………………………………………………………... 79 Case School of Engineering ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 80 SAGES Engineering Core Curriculum ………………………………………………………………………………... 81 First-Year Schedule Development Recommendations ……………………………………………………………... 83 Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing ………………………………………………………………………………... 93 SAGES General Education Requirements …………………………………………………………………………... 94 First-Year Schedule Development Recommendations ……………………………………………………………... 96 Weatherhead School of Management ……………………………………………………………………………………. 97 SAGES General Education Requirements …………………………………………………………………………... 98 First-Year Schedule Development Recommendations ……………………………………………………………... 100 College of Arts and Sciences ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 102 SAGES General Education Requirements …………………………………………………………………………... 103 First-Year Schedule Development Recommendations ……………………………………………………………... 105

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How to Use the First Year Information (FYI) Guide This guide has been created to assist with your transition to the academic environment at Case Western Reserve University and help you to have a positive experience during your first year. It will also help register for your first semester classes at CWRU. You should review all of the information in this guide prior to fall semester registration, which will take place July 12-17, 2012. As you read through the FYI Guide, you will find information related to academic success at the collegiate level, become familiar with academic requirements, and learn how to begin making choices about your schedule. Make sure that you allow yourself ample time to read through this guide. You are not expected to commit this information to memory, but you should become familiar with it and know where to find it as necessary.

Please take the time to review the FYI Guide carefully!

As you work your way through the FYI Guide, questions will likely arise. Keep in mind that the staff in the Office of Undergraduate Studies is here to help. Should you need assistance or have inquiries related to degree requirements, scheduling, or any other academically related topic, simply call (216.368.2928) or e-mail us at [email protected]. As you prepare for course registration, make sure that you take time to create a list of courses that you would like to take fall semester and place them in your Shopping Cart on SIS. This will help you significantly during Fall semester registration. Finally, spend time getting familiar with the sections of the FYI Guide that go beyond academics. Included throughout is information on topics from campus resources and academic representatives to important dates and textbooks – all of which will aid you in being a successful first-year student. We hope that you find this guide to be a valuable resource and continue to refer to it throughout your first year.

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Differences Between High School and College As matriculating Case Western Reserve University students, you have already demonstrated academic excellence. Some of you come to us with significant college credit through AP or IB coursework. Additionally, some of you have also taken college courses. However, as you start your full-time collegiate experience, you will likely notice significant differences from experiences that you had during high school. As you contemplate the start of fall classes and spend time developing your first schedule, review the following observations about some of the changes that you can expect to encounter.

High School schedules… College schedules… …are very structured, even rigid. There is often only one section of a course offered and electives are limited. Your schedule is given to you with very little opportunity to customize it to your preferences.

…are very loose with multiple options available for subjects, times, even days in any given week. You are responsible for structuring your schedule in a manner that enables you to accomplish your academic goals.

…start and stop at the same time each day and are structured so that you proceed directly from one class to another.

…often have hours between classes; class times vary throughout the day and evening; and, you may not have classes all five days of the week.

…may have study/free periods throughout the day and lunch scheduled throughout the week.

…place the responsibility on you to determine how you will use your free time throughout the day.

…consist of about six hours each day – 30 hours per week – spent in class.

…usually consist fewer than 20 hours per week spent in class.

High School teachers… College professors…

…will often approach you if they believe you need assistance.

…are usually open and helpful, but most expect you to approach them if you need assistance.

…impart knowledge and facts, sometimes drawing connections and leading you through the thought process.

…expect you to think about and synthesize course material on your own.

…often remind you of course assignments and due dates. …expect you to read, save, and refer to the course syllabus. The syllabus outlines course expectations, assignments and examinations, grading standards, and how to contact the professor outside of class time for assistance.

…introduce material and review it two or three times in class. …focus on new material and often spend little time on in-class review.

High School courses… College courses… …may require that you spend as little as zero to two hours per week outside of class studying and completing course assignments.

…often require that you spend two or more hours outside of class for every hour that you spend in class in order to master the course material. Your time outside of class may be spent reading, reviewing, and completing assignments.

…are characterized by assessments that are frequent, often daily, and consist of homework, quizzes, quests, tests and projects. There are multiple opportunities to demonstrate your understanding of topics presented in class.

…are characterized by assessments that are usually infrequent and often consist solely of exams. In some cases, an entire course grade may be based on mid-term and final exams. Homework is recommended, but often left ungraded. …view mastery as the ability to reproduce what you have

learned in the form in which it was presented to you, or to solve problems similar to the ones you were taught in class.

…view mastery as the ability to apply what you have learned to new situations or to solve new kinds of problems.

As a High School student… As a College student… …guidance counselors and advisors ensured that you satisfied the necessary requirements. Graduation requirements were the same for every student and the flexibility to customize your education was very limited.

…your advisor will assist you in selecting courses that will enable you to complete your intended major, but it is your responsibility to schedule your classes appropriately and keep track of your progress toward graduation. Every major has a different set of graduation requirements. …parents, teachers, and advisors continually reminded you

of your responsibilities and obligations with regard to homework, tests, and important deadlines.

…you will independently determine your priorities and responsibilities. You will face a significant number of moral, ethical, and personal decisions that will require you to assess your own priorities. Advisors and deans are here to help you along the way.

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Building Foundations for Academic Success: Time Management & Study Skills “Like most Case students, I never had any trouble with my schoolwork in high school, and I expected college to be similar. However, I quickly discovered that my high school study habits were not going to cut it at a top-rated university. The material was more difficult and was taught more quickly than I was used to, and I found myself falling behind.”

- Lauren Hassan, B.S. Chemistry ’08 Excerpt from “Just in Case: Study Tips for Case Students by Case Students.” (ESS, 2009) What does it mean to study? As matriculating first-year students, you have had a variety of experiences with regard to how much time you have spent “studying” during high school. Statements like the one above are not uncommon. Obviously, you have achieved academic excellence. However, some of you may have achieved this with relatively little time spent outside of class studying. At the collegiate level, “studying” encompasses many different activities. Put simply, studying is any activity required for successful completion of a course. This list may include, but is not limited to:

• Reading/writing assignments • Lab reports • Worksheets/surveys/practice problems • Research • Presentations • Group projects • Online assignments • Reviewing lecture notes • Preparing for tests and quizzes

What is important to note about this list is that not all of these will be assigned. However, they will be expected. It will be up to you to ensure that you are devoting enough time to your studies. Study Skills Study skills are just like any other skill you may have acquired throughout your life. If you have ever played a musical instrument, you understand the difficulty of playing a concerto without first dedicating much time to perfecting your craft. Study skills are no different. Students who achieved success in high school without having developed solid study skills may find themselves struggling initially. Fortunately, there are numerous resources here to help you along the way. A great place to begin is Educational Services for Students (ESS) Formula for Academic Success Most professors make an assumption about how much time you should spend studying outside of class. This assumption is used to determine how much work they assign and what type of expectations they have of their students. This assumption is referred to as the Formula for Academic Success.

For every hour in class, plan on studying two to

three hours outside of class.

Example: A student enrolled in 15 credit hours can expect to spend approximately 37.5 hours per week studying outside of class. The Reality of College Life – Balancing Act 101 College is challenging. It is supposed to be; otherwise it would just be the 13th grade. You have busy and complex lives. Many of you have been engaged in several extracurricular activities and would like to maintain that level of involvement when you come to college. Some of you will be working on campus. Some of you will commute to campus. All of you will be pursuing a rigorous academic curriculum. Given this reality, it will be very important for you to try to achieve balance in your lives. Make sure that you have time set aside for class attendance and studying, but also make sure that you have time to relax and have fun. Getting involved on campus and building relationships are essential to your academic success as well as to your happiness. Look into student organizations, visit the museums, take the bus to Coventry for dinner with your friends, support your fellow student athletes by attending a game, volunteer, work out at Veale, visit one of the city’s Metroparks - - the possibilities are endless. Just remember to think holistically when planning your schedule.

“Eighty percent of success is showing up.” Woody Allen

This is TRUE!! The most important foundation of academic success is attending class – each and every class! Most students who experience academic difficulty in their first year do not commit to regular class attendance, develop an effective time management plan, or ask for help when needed. Don’t make these mistakes; commit to effective study strategies from the start! If you’re not getting the results you want, ASK FOR HELP!

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Your Academic Degree Case Western Reserve University offers two types of undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science. Both types of degree comprise several common elements. Detailed explanations of the SAGES General Education Requirements can be found in this document and also in the General Bulletin.

● SAGES General Education/Core Curricula: These courses are designed to develop quantitative, analytical, and communication skills as well as a heightened awareness of human values and institutions. Courses focus on writing competency, the arts and humanities, natural and mathematical sciences, social sciences and physical education. The undergraduate college and schools share common SAGES General Education/Core Curricula. Many courses used to fulfill college- or school-specific Breadth Requirements are applicable to all undergraduate degree requirements making possible the movement between different degree programs and majors. Students must also complete two semesters of physical education through a combination of half and/or full semester course offerings in Physical Education Activity.

● Major(s) Requirements: Case Western Reserve University offers more than 60 majors leading to Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees (see pp. 11-12 for a comprehensive listing). If interested, students may pursue more than one major or degree.

● Minimum 120 – 133 total credit hours: Different majors and degree programs require different total credit hours for graduation. See the General Bulletin for a complete listing of degree requirements.

● Minimum 2.000 cumulative grade point average (GPA). Some degree programs also require a GPA of at least 2.000 in the major.

● Residency Requirements: All students must earn a minimum of 60 credit hours in residence at Case Western

Reserve University, of which at least 30 must be earned after the student achieves senior status.

● Open Electives: Courses taken beyond the Major and SAGES General Education/Core requirements to complete the credit hours necessary for a degree.

● Degree requirements may be fulfilled through completion of CWRU courses, credit earned through AP or IB

examinations, credit earned through CWRU Proficiency Examinations, and through approved transfer credit.

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SAGES: Seminar Approach to General Education and Scholarship Detailed explanations of the SAGES General Education Requirements can be found in the General Bulletin and the on the SAGES website at http://www.case.edu/sages/.

● First Seminar: All First Seminars are interdisciplinary courses characterized by intense yet open-ended intellectual inquiry, guided by reading from primary as well as secondary sources, and include practice in written and oral communication in small groups. The goals of First Seminar are to enhance basic intellectual skills of academic inquiry, such as critical reading, thoughtful analysis, and written and oral communication; to introduce basic information literacy skills; to provide a foundation for ethical decision-making; to encourage a global and multidisciplinary perspective on the learning process; to facilitate faculty-student interactions; and, in the most general sense, to provide a supportive common intellectual experience for first-year students at Case Western Reserve University. Your SAGES First Seminar professor serves as your First-Year Advisor until you declare a major. There are four types of First Seminar: Life of the Mind, Natural World, Social World, and Symbolic World.

● University Seminars: These seminars are interdisciplinary in nature and build on the experiences and skills developed in First Seminar. Students must complete two University Seminars from two different topical areas (Natural World, Social World, Symbolic World) by the end of their fourth semester of enrollment.

● Writing Portfolio: After the completion of your last University Seminar, you will compile a final writing portfolio and submit it to the SAGES office (110 Crawford Hall). Your portfolio is due the semester following your final University Seminar. The writing portfolio documents your progress as a writer over your first three SAGES seminars and provides the University with programmatic feedback that will be used to enhance future seminars.

● Department Seminar: Students enroll in the Department Seminar after completion of University Seminars and the Writing Portfolio. Students ordinarily take this discipline-specific seminar in their third year and often within their major field.

● Senior Capstone: As seniors, CWRU students participate in a one- or two-semester capstone project, culminating in a final public presentation of their work in a university-wide celebration of scholarship and service. Students usually complete their capstone project within their major field.

● Breadth Requirements: All students will take additional discipline-specific courses, typically outside their

majors, to ensure broad exposure to liberal learning. These courses may be taken throughout a student's undergraduate career. Some degree programs and major specify that certain courses be taken to fulfill breadth requirements. Often students may use credit earned through AP, IB, and transfer credit to meet some or all of these requirements.

Writing Portfolio Including

Papers from First Seminar &

University Seminars

Breadth Requirements Courses taken throughout the undergraduate

experience; specific courses may be required

by certain degree programs and/or academic majors.

First Seminar: Life of the Mind, Natural World, Social

World, or Symbolic World

University Seminars (2): Thinking about the Natural World,

Thinking about the Social World, or Thinking about the Symbolic World

Department Seminar

Senior Capstone

Your SAGES General Education/Core Requirements

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Determining an Academic Focus for Your First Year

Choosing an academic degree and major is one of the most significant decisions that you will make at this stage of your life. Consequently, young adults (and often their families) spend a great amount of time weighing options, considering skills and strengths, and trying to predict the job market. Not surprisingly, making the “right” choice about a major can be a source of considerable stress. All CWRU students must declare a major before registering for their fifth semester. Many declare a major by the end of their first or beginning of their second year. However, students frequently change their majors and sometimes add majors or minors based upon their evolving interests. There is no “normal” process – it is unique to every individual. I don’t know what I want to be when I grow up… FEAR NOT!! The academic degree you choose in college does not lock you into a particular career. Obviously, certain careers (accountants, doctors, computer programmers) require very specific sets of knowledge and expertise; however, you should approach the decision about your degree with optimism and enthusiasm as opposed to fear and trepidation. You will not pick the “wrong” major. Students typically choose their majors based on a combination of values, interests, skills, and goals. Reflecting on these things is extremely important as you explore and evaluate your options. How do I choose the path that is best for me? Determining your academic and career interests is a process. You are more likely to feel confident about your decisions if you are active in the process, keep an open mind, and avail yourself of the many resources available. The exploration process comprises individual reflection and assessment, research, discussion, and perhaps even job shadowing and internships. Case Western Reserve University has a wealth of opportunities, events, services, and faculty and staff dedicated to assist students with the exploration process. Whether you’re committed to a major, exploring widely, or somewhere in between, there are numerous resources available to help you investigate, evaluate, and reach your goals:

• Your First-Year Advisor • SAGES 4th Hour Plenary Sessions • Academic Representatives (pp. 75-77) • First-Year Student Newsletters • Major and Career Exploration Programs • Career Center • Center for Civil Engagement & Learning • Support of Undergraduate Research and

Creative Endeavors (SOURCE) • Faculty/visiting scholars seminars and talks.

If you are fairly certain of your academic interests:

Refer to the Majors and Minors list to identify your major(s) and determine which General Education/Core Curriculum corresponds to that major.

Review both the appropriate SAGES General Education/Core Curriculum and the First-Year Schedule Development Recommendations for that major.

If possible, develop a schedule that allows you to test your academic interests and also explore new topics.

Discuss your interests with your First-Year Advisor to verify that you have selected appropriate courses to meet those goals.

If you have a few ideas about your academic interests but are still deciding

Follow the suggested steps above for students who are fairly certain, but do this for all majors of interest.

Look specifically for courses common to all or most of your majors of interest.

If possible, select one or two topics of interest and look for courses that will allow you to test those interests.

Discuss your interests with your First-Year Advisor to verify that you have selected courses appropriate to address your interests.

If you are still exploring your academic interests:

Try a course that you know nothing about, that is in a subject you were interested in during high school, or corresponds to a major/career interest.

Review the Exploring Academic Options section of this guide, the schedule development recommendations for exploring students on page 79, and the SAGES General Education/Core Curricula.

Review the First-Year Course Offerings listed in this guide. Virtually all of the courses listed in the First Year Information Guide can be used either as General Education/Core Curriculum Requirements or as open electives.

Talk with your First-Year Advisor about your academic interests and skills and verify that the courses you have selected allow you to both explore your interests and meet academic requirements.

Use the resources listed on this page and throughout the FYI Guide to engage actively in the exploration process.

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Major and Career Exploration

The Career Center can help you at any stage of your academic program, from choosing a major and gaining experience, to preparing for graduate school or the workforce! Below is an outline with a description of a 4 Phase Career Development Model to help you identify where you are in the career decision-making process as well as examples of the types of services we offer related to each phase.

Where Do I Start?

PHASE 1: DISCOVER The Career Center offers the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® and Strong Interest Inventory® assessments and career counseling appointments to help you choose a major or career path that is best suited with your strengths, personality and interests. Understanding these factors, especially as a first year student, can help you to:

• Select a major and career path that is a good fit for your personality • Increase your awareness of your learning style so you can make the most of your education • Identify personal strengths and potential blind spots • Learn about qualities that are important for you in a career based on your personality

How Do I Get Experience?

PHASE 2: EXPLORE Gaining experience in the form of an internship, co-op or practicum (co-op for Arts and Sciences and Weatherhead students) can help you find out if your intended career path is compatible with your interests. The Career Center staff can help you gain experience by helping you to:

• Connect with CWRU alumni and employers for career related advice • Search for internship and practicum program opportunities through CWRU Link and other web-based

resources • Research potential employers using Career Center resources including the First Destination Survey Report

and the Career Fair Employer Guides • Improve your resume during walk-in consulting hours or scheduled appointments

How Do I Narrow Down My Options?

PHASE 3: DECIDE AND COMMIT Now that you have gained experience, the Career Center staff can help you narrow down your career options by helping you:

• Research graduate or professional programs, learn about timelines for applications, and identify questions to explore when researching these programs

• Prepare for a Career Fair • Learn about employer informational sessions and on-campus interviewing posted in CWRU Link

How Do I Reach My Goal?

PHASE 4: ACT You have done all the work. Now you are ready to implement your career plan! A career counselor can work with you to:

• Review your personal statement and resume for graduate and professional school or the workforce • Practice a mock interview for employment, graduate or professional school • Learn more about job opportunities through networking and on-line resources • Learn about salary negotiation

Case Western Reserve University Career Center Sears 206, 216-368-4446, [email protected]

http://studentaffairs.case.edu/careers/

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Academic Advising

Text from the 2011-12 General Bulletin

Academic advising is an important component of the educational program at Case Western Reserve University. Academic advisors assist students in the exploration of academic opportunities at the university and in the selection of courses. Advisors may refer students to other sources of information and assistance at Case Western Reserve. Students are expected to initiate and maintain regular contact with their advisors to address the student’s curricular and career concerns, and to review progress towards graduation. Students are expected to meet with advisors when declaring a major or minor, before registering for classes each semester, and when making corrections to their academic requirements reports. Advising during the First Year During a student’s first year at Case Western Reserve University, the faculty member instructing the student’s SAGES First Seminar serves as the student’s academic advisor. Students and their advisors are expected to explore the student’s academic interests or concerns, as well as educational and career goals, and to seek expert information and advice about academic policies and procedures and about specific academic programs from the General Bulletin, from newsletters and websites, from the academic representatives in the majors and minors designated as first year resources, and from other sources of advice and counseling on campus. Staff in the Office of Undergraduate Studies, the University Career Center, Educational Services for Students, the Office of Multicultural Affairs, the University Counseling Service, and in specialized programs such as Co-op (co-operative education), SOURCE (research and creative projects), the Center for International Affairs (education abroad), and the Center for Civic Engagement and Learning (community service) are available to support first year students and their advisors with publications, workshops, websites, experiential learning opportunities, and individual communications. Advising in the Majors and Minors Although some first year undergraduates enter with definite goals, they are not assigned to advisors in the majors until they have declared their major. Opportunities for exploration of majors and minors during the first and second semesters include a Choices Fair, departmental information sessions, and individual conversations with faculty and academic advisors. First year students who are ready to declare a major in their first year may do so beginning in November. Students engaging in further exploration of majors are expected to declare a major no later than the end of the second year. When a student selects a specific major or minor, the academic representative assigns a faculty advisor. A choice or change of major or minor is not recorded for any student until the major or minor declaration form, bearing the signature of the student, the name of the advisor, and the signature of the department representative, has been completed and returned to the Office of Undergraduate Studies, 357 Sears Bldg. After the first year, students who have not declared a major should consult their assigned advisor (noted in their online student information) or the academic representative of an academic department of interest for advice and schedule approval. Advising in the Office of Undergraduate Studies The deans and advisors in the Office of Undergraduate Studies are available to answer student and faculty questions about university rules, practices, programs, and resources and to meet with students who are interested in accelerated undergraduate to graduate and professional school programs, academic awards, and fellowship and scholarship opportunities. All students who have not declared a major should consult with their first year advisor or with one of the advisors in the Office of Undergraduate Studies for advising and schedule approval. Students with interests in health professions and/or law school are encouraged to seek advice from the director of health career advising, Steven Scherger, and the pre-law advisor, Terri Mester, in the Office of Undergraduate Studies.

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2012 – 2013 Majors and Minors for Case Western Reserve University Undergraduate Degrees

Major – program of ten or more courses (required) Major* - available only as 2nd major for a B.A.; may be sole major for a B.A. if also completing a B.S. (optional) Minor – program of 15 – 18 hours (optional) Foundation Curriculum – for each degree/major a student must complete the foundation curriculum required for that

degree/major: A&S - SAGES = based on College of Arts and Sciences - SAGES; EC - SAGES = based on Case School of Engineering - SAGES CORE; FPB - SAGES = based on FPB School of Nursing - SAGES; WSOM = based on Weatherhead School of Management - SAGES

Department

Code Subject Degree(s) Available as: Foundation Curriculum

ACC Accounting BS Major or Minor WSOM – SAGES EAR Aerospace Engineering BSE Major EC – SAGES AMS American Studies BA Major* or Minor A&S – SAGES ANT Anthropology BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES APM Applied Mathematics BS Major A&S – SAGES ARE Art Education BS Major A&S – SAGES ARH Art History BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES ARS Art Studio --- Minor --- AIN Artificial Intelligence --- Minor --- ASI Asian Studies BA Major, Major*, minor A&S – SAGES AST Astronomy BA or BS Major or Minor A&S – SAGES BAF Banking and Finance --- Minor --- BCH Biochemistry BA or BS Major or Minor A&S – SAGES BIO Biology BA or BS Major or Minor A&S – SAGES EBI Biomedical Engineering BSE Major or Minor EC – SAGES BUS Business Management --- Minor --- ECE Chemical Engineering BSE Major or Minor EC – SAGES CHE Chemistry BA or BS Major or Minor A&S – SAGES CHS Childhood Studies --- Minor --- CHI Chinese --- Minor --- ECI Civil Engineering BSE Major or Minor EC – SAGES CLS Classics BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES COG Cognitive Science BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES COS Communication Sciences BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES ECM Computer Engineering BSE Major or Minor EC – SAGES CGM Computer Gaming --- Minor --- CMP Computer Science BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES CMP Computer Science BS Major or Minor EC – SAGES DAN Dance BA Major (pending) or Minor A&S – SAGES DAM Dean’s Approved Major BA Individually Designed Major A&S – SAGES DAM Dean’s Approved Minor --- Individually Designed Minor --- ECO Economics BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES EAP Electrical Engineering BSE Major or Minor EC – SAGES ELN Electronics --- Minor (for BA only) --- EGR Engineering – Undesignated BSE Major EC – SAGES EPH Engineering Physics BSE Major EC – SAGES EGL English BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES ENT Entrepreneurial Studies --- Minor --- GNV Environmental Geology BA Major A&S – SAGES EST Environmental Studies BA Major* or Minor A&S – SAGES ETS Ethnic Studies --- Minor --- EVB Evolutionary Biology BA Major* or Minor A&S – SAGES FLM Film --- Minor --- FRC French BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES

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Department Code Subject Degree(s) Available as Major, Minor

and/or Sequence Foundation Curriculum

FFS French and Francophone Studies

BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES

GEO Geological Sciences BA or BS Major or Minor A&S – SAGES GEM German BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES GES German Studies BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES GER Gerontological Studies BA Major* or Minor A&S – SAGES HCO Health Communication --- Minor --- HST History BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES HSP History and Philosophy of

Science BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES

IST International Studies BA Major A&S – SAGES ITL Italian --- Minor --- JPN Japanese --- Minor --- JPS Japanese Studies BA Major A&S – SAGES JDS Judaic Studies --- Minor --- MGT Management BS Major WSOM – SAGES MKR Marketing --- Minor --- EMS Materials Science and

Engineering BSE Major or Minor EC – SAGES

MAT Mathematics BA or BS Major or Minor A&S – SAGES MAP Mathematics and Physics BS Major A&S – SAGES MDM Mechanical Design and

Manufacturing --- Minor ---

EMC Mechanical Engineering BSE Major EC – SAGES MUS Music BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES MUE Music Education BS Major A&S – SAGES NAT Natural Sciences BA Major* or Minor A&S – SAGES NUR Nursing BSN Major FPB – SAGES NTR Nutrition BA or BS Major or Minor A&S – SAGES NBM Nutritional Biochemistry and

Metabolism BA or BS Major A&S – SAGES

PHI Philosophy BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES PHY Physics BA or BS Major or Minor A&S – SAGES POS Political Science BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES POL Polymer Science and

Engineering BSE Major or Minor EC – SAGES

PAR Pre-Architecture BA Major* or Minor A&S – SAGES PSY Psychology BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES PPY Public Policy --- Minor --- RLG Religious Studies BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES RUS Russian --- Minor --- SOC Sociology BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES SPA Spanish BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES SPM Sports Medicine --- Minor --- STA Statistics BA or BS Major or Minor A&S – SAGES SYB Systems Biology BS Major A&S – SAGES ESY Systems and Control

Engineering BSE Major or Minor EC – SAGES

EDT Teacher Education BA Major* A&S – SAGES THR Theatre BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES WMN Women’s and Gender

Studies BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES

WLT World Literature BA Major or Minor A&S – SAGES

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Preparing for Course Registration

Overview This section of the First Year Information Guide will prepare you to register for fall semester courses. You are expected to explore course options for fall semester, place courses in your Shopping Cart (to be explained in a later section), and have any questions addressed before the registration period (July 12-17) begins. Keep in mind that the staff in Undergraduate Studies is here to help. Begin the process by reviewing the information below. Some of these items have been addressed more thoroughly in previous sections of the FYI Guide – please refer back to them as necessary. Once you have read and carefully considered the content below, proceed to the instructions for using SIS to review courses and place courses in your shopping cart on page 24. Explore Your Interests Students enter their first year of college with varying degrees of certainty regarding their academic focus. However, many students will change their major(s) one or more times before they graduate. Interests will change as you have new experiences, are exposed to new ideas, and continue to develop as an individual. You are strongly encouraged to take courses in your first year that allow you to test current interests as well as explore completely new topics.

Consider Non-academic Commitments As mentioned earlier, it is important to find balance in your life. Make time for friends and family, daily tasks (e.g. meals, laundry, and shopping) and focusing on your wellness (e.g. exercising or attending a

place of fellowship/worship). If you will be working or commuting, you will need to set aside time for those commitments as well. Consider the amount of time you are likely to spend participating in extracurricular activities like student organizations or athletic events. Use this information to help craft your schedule and make choices about days, times, types of courses, and number of credit hours. Consider the Type of Schedule That Works for You Are you most productive and alert in the morning, afternoon, or evening? Do you get bored after sitting for long periods of time? Would you do better with long blocks of classes or with small breaks in between each class? When would you like to have your classes, your study time, and your time to relax?

Keep in mind that you won’t always get your ideal schedule. Course availability and offerings can vary, which will impact your options. It is best to remain flexible and always think of alternate courses or sections of a course (if available) to make the registration process easier. Consider Placement Information and Earned Credit (if applicable) You will want to consider the impact that placement exam results and earned course credit will have on your course selection. By July 1, 2012 you should complete the relevant diagnostic and placement exams. The results of these will help you understand the level at which you should begin your study of math or a language (languages that do not have a placement exam have general placement recommendations listed on page 59). If eligible, you will also receive information about enhanced math and physics courses via your CWRU webmail account (see page 34). By now, you should have reviewed the AP/IB and Evaluation of College Credit items on the New Student Checklist. It is important that you complete these items to ensure that CWRU can receive and post your credit by the beginning of registration, especially if you plan on using this credit as a pre-requisite for a course you wish to take fall semester. You can view the AP/IB scores that CWRU has on file for you on the New Student Checklist. Keep in mind that scores for AP/IB exams taken this year will not be available until after July 1, 2012. We will receive them electronically and post them as soon as they are received from the testing agencies. If you have taken any AP or IB exams, you can review AP and IB placement information now (pp. 55-58) to get an idea of what credit you will likely receive. This will determine where you begin in course sequences (e.g. calculus, French, or physics) or which courses will be available to you based on prerequisites. Review Schedule Development Recommendations Now that you have thought about your interests, commitments, and the type of schedule that will fit you best, you should start looking at sample first semester schedules. You should also review the following information:

• First Year Schedule Development Recommendations that correspond to your academic major(s) of interest – beginning on page 78.

• SAGES General Education/Core Requirements that correspond to your academic major(s) of interest, listed along with schedule development recommendations

• Recommendations for Pre-Medical and Pre-Dental Students (if applicable) – pp. 35-37.

• Enhanced Course Opportunities – page 34.

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Explore First-Year Course Offerings Now that you have an idea of what courses you will need and/or are likely to take, you should begin learning more about them. There are two tools that you will use to do this: 1) the First-Year Course Offerings list in the FYI Guide (pp. 44-51) and 2) the Schedule of Classes accessed through the Student Information System (SIS). As you browse the First-Year Course Offerings list and identify courses of interest, use the Schedule of Classes to review course descriptions and enrollment information, course pre-requisites and co-requisites, and course days and times. On the succeeding pages in this section, you will find guidelines of how to use the Schedule of Classes in SIS and place courses in your Shopping Cart. The Shopping Cart is a tool that you will use to help plan your fall schedule. You can place as many courses as you like in your shopping cart (e.g. multiple sections of a course or various options for a general education course). However, you will only be registering for 3-4 courses (you will register for SAGES First Seminar later). You will learn in the Course Registration section how to indicate from the list of courses in your Shopping Cart the courses in which you would like to enroll. Questions about Course Registration? As you begin reviewing curricular requirements, course descriptions, and course offerings, it is likely that questions will arise. This is your opportunity to begin exercising a skill that will serve you very well as a CWRU student – asking for help. The information contained within the FYI Guide will likely answer many of your questions, but keep in mind the Undergraduate Studies is here to help ([email protected] or 216-368-2928).

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Registration: Frequently Asked Questions Q: How many classes/credit hours should I be taking in my first semester? A: The answer to this question will vary depending on your intended major(s), any earned credit (AP, IB, or college-level) and other personal factors. However, generally speaking, students should expect to register for 14-17 credit hours their first semester, including SAGES First Seminar (4 credit hours). This means that you will register for 3-4 courses during the July 12-17 registration period (SAGES First Seminar will be added to your schedule later, see p. 33). Undergraduates can take at most 19 credit hours per semester without special permission. Incoming first-year students are not permitted to take more than 19 credit hours in their first semester. Q: What if I am interested in more than one major? A: First, review Determining an Academic Focus for Your First Year (see p. 8). As you review the schedule development recommendations for the majors in which you are interested, take note of any courses that are recommended for all majors. Also take note of any recommended courses that are part of a sequence or are pre-requisites for courses that are recommended in the second semester. Each set of schedule development recommendations includes both fall and spring semesters (students who have credit for many of the recommended courses can use the General Bulletin as a resource for looking further ahead in the required curriculum). Looking at this information first can give you an idea of which courses you may choose to prioritize. Finally, if you are considering majors that are subject to different sets of General Education Requirements, take note of any requirements that apply toward both majors. It is not always an easy task to plan a schedule that can apply toward more than one major. There may be a point at which you need to make decisions about courses that make your schedule less balanced and more focused toward one than the other. Keep in mind that you do not have to do everything in your first semester. There will be many opportunities to take courses of interest in the future and there are many ways to explore academic interests beyond taking courses in that subject. Q: Can I have two majors? What about two degrees? A: You can complete two or more Arts and Sciences majors within the 120 hour minimum requirement for the BA degree or two or more Engineering majors within the 128-133 hour minimum requirement for the BS in Engineering degree. This is sometimes referred to as a double major. However, you may be thinking along the lines of a dual degree program (i.e. a BA and BS degree such as music and engineering or two BS degrees). To earn two degrees, you must satisfy all requirements for each degree, and complete for the second degree thirty

semester hours of study beyond the hours required for the first degree. This usually means a minimum of 150 credit hours earned, but often entails slightly more and also requires more than eight semesters to complete. If you enter CWRU with a significant amount of credit through AP, IB, or college coursework, this may allow you to complete two degrees within a period of time closer to eight semesters. Q: What is the difference between a BA and a BS? A: Depending on the degrees in question, the differences can vary. In general, Bachelor of Arts (BA) degrees are characterized by breadth and flexibility in that they allow students to gain knowledge through in-depth study of a discipline or disciplines while providing opportunities to explore other areas of interest. Bachelor of Science (BS) degrees also provide breadth but may require more focus on specific courses related to the discipline. Some majors are only offered as a BA or BS, while others provide students with a choice between the two. Though your intended major may provide you with the option, this is not usually something you need to decide in the first semester. The Schedule Development Recommendations in this guide will provide you with any applicable distinctions in coursework in the first year if applicable. To get a sense of the differences between the two curricula, you can consult the General Bulletin. If you have questions about this, please contact Undergraduate Studies. Q: Do I have to take every course that is listed on the schedule development recommendations for a major? A: Not always. Some majors have required or sequenced courses that, if not taken, could have implications for the courses that you can take in subsequent semesters (i.e. the course is a pre-requisite for a course recommended in spring semester). If you opt to not take one of these courses, you need to make sure you understand how this will impact your progress in the major. However, there are other recommended courses that do not necessarily have to be taken in the first semester. This can be helpful if you are considering multiple majors or simply want to reduce the number of courses you are taking to make your semester more manageable. If you have questions about this, contact Undergraduate Studies for help.

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Q: What is a credit hour? A: For courses in lecture format, one credit-hour represents the subject content that can be delivered in one academic hour of contact time each week for the full duration of one academic semester, typically fourteen weeks along with a final examination period. For undergraduate courses, one credit-hour also includes associated work that can be completed by a typical student in 2-3 hours of effort outside the classroom. For courses taught in other than lecture format (e.g., seminars, laboratories, independent study, clinical work, research, etc.), one credit-hour represents an amount of content and/or student effort that in aggregate is no less than that described above. Q: I see that both MATH 121 and MATH 125 are listed as Calculus I – which one should I take? A: MATH 121 is the first of a three-course calculus sequence and is required for Engineering and most B.S. degrees. MATH 125 is the first of a two-course calculus sequence and is required for many majors in the life, managerial, and social sciences. There are a few different ways to tell which course/sequence is right for you. First, take a look at the schedule development recommendations for the major(s) in which you are interested; the recommended calculus course (if applicable) should be listed. Second, if you are planning on taking certain math courses beyond calculus II (e.g. Calculus III or Differential Equations) you should take MATH 121, as MATH 125/126 is designed to be a terminal sequence. You can use the General Bulletin to view required courses for your intended major(s) and review course descriptions to check pre-requisites. Finally, if you are considering multiple majors that recommend both MATH 121 and MATH 125, taking MATH 121 will provide you with the most flexibility as MATH 121/122 can in most cases be used as a substitute for MATH 125/126, whereas the opposite is not true. However, if you are fairly certain that you will not be pursuing an engineering or B.S. degree and do not expect to take more math, MATH 125 is the appropriate choice. Q: I am a pre-health/law student – how do I know what to schedule for my first semester? A: Pre-professional interests are not the same as majors. Students who plan to attend a professional school (medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, law, etc.) will choose a major and fulfill degree requirements in the same manner as all other undergraduates while simultaneously fulfilling any curricular requirements to prepare them for entry into a professional program. Information and recommendations for scheduling based on these interests can be found on pp. 35-39.

Q: The schedule development recommendations for my major suggest that I take a course, but I already have credit for it – what should I take instead? A: If you have credit for a course that is required for your intended major and/or part of a sequence, you can take the next course in the sequence (e.g. take MATH 122 if you have credit for MATH 121) or take another required course for which that course is a pre-requisite (e.g. take an upper-level Psychology course for which PSCL 101 is a pre-requisite if you have credit for PSCL 101). In other cases, the credit for that recommended course can leave an open space in your fall semester schedule that you could choose to fill with another course of interest or simply leave unfilled. If you have questions about this, contact Undergraduate Studies for help. Q: What is a pre-requisite/co-requisite? A: A pre-requisite is a requirement that must be satisfied before a student is permitted to enroll in a course. For example, you must have credit for MATH 121 before you can enroll in MATH 122. A co-requisite is a required course that must be taken along with another course, unless a student has already earned credit for that course. For example, CHEM 105 is a co-requisite for BIOL 214. If you want to enroll in BIOL 214 you must also enroll in CHEM 105 unless you have credit for CHEM 105 through AP, IB or transfer credit. [Important Note: Any AP, IB, or college credit must be received by CWRU and posted in SIS in order to use this credit as a pre or co-requisite. See the relevant sections of the New Student Checklist for information regarding this credit. Q: What if I don’t meet the pre-requisite for a course? Can I still take it? A: Generally, no. The exception to this is a course that requires instructor consent, which you can request through the Schedule Change Request item on the New Student Checklist beginning July 1. Course pre-requisites are put in place intentionally because the faculty assume enrolled students will have learned the material presented in the pre-requisite course(s). Pre-requisites are not arbitrary obstructions, but rather intentional learning paths. Therefore, you should not expect to enroll in a course for which you have not met the pre-requisites. Additionally, SIS will not allow you to do so. This is why it is important that you have all prior credit earned (AP, IB, or transfer credit) sent to Undergraduate Studies in advance of registration.

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Q: How do I know if CWRU has received my AP, IB, or college credit? A: As this credit is received and evaluated, the status of this credit will be updated on the New Student Checklist. You should review these items carefully for information regarding the process of having this credit received, reviewed, and posted (if applicable). It is important to have this credit sent to CWRU as soon as possible so that it can be evaluated and posted before registration begins. Score reports for students who have indicated CWRU as a recipient of AP and IB exam results will be sent to us electronically in early July. Q: I took an AP, IB, or college course in high school but did not receive credit at CWRU. What can I do? A: If your AP or IB exam scores do not qualify you to earn credit, or the college coursework you took in high school does not meet the transfer eligibility requirement, there are other options. Proficiency exams are offered in math, chemistry, physics, and computer science. Students can earn course credit by passing what is equivalent to the final exam for that course. These exams will be offered during New Student Orientation. Information about these exams is on p. 59. If you took an AP/IB exam that has not been approved for credit (see the list on pp. 55-58) at CWRU you should contact Undergraduate Studies. If you took college courses that meet the CWRU Requirements for Transfer Eligibility but were not awarded credit, refer to the correspondence received from Undergraduate Studies for further information. Occasionally courses require further review by a department before credit is awarded. Q: Can AP, IB, or college credits be used to fulfill general education requirements? A: Yes, provided that credit for these courses is awarded by CWRU, you may use these course credits to satisfy general education requirements. The exception to this is SAGES courses (First Seminar, University Seminar, Department Seminar, and Senior Capstone), which must be taken at CWRU. Q: What is an Arts and Humanities, Natural and Mathematical Science, Social Science, Quantitative Reasoning, or Global & Cultural Diversity course? A: Each of these refers to a category of General Education Requirements. When reviewing the general education requirements for your intended major(s), you will find that one or more of these categories will be listed, along with an indication of the number of courses and credit hours required to fulfill this requirement. Listed under each category heading will be a series of course departments OR specific courses that can be used to fulfill this requirement. Categories that list only course departments (e.g. Arts and Humanities) will allow ANY 3-4 semester hour course within that department to count toward that requirement.

Q: I have AP, IB, or college credit for a course – should I use it and move ahead or repeat the course at CWRU? A: This is a common question that has unique answers for each student. Some students are apprehensive about moving ahead in a course sequence or taking an upper-level course because they have questions about whether or not they are truly prepared. The truth of the matter is that only you can know whether or not using the credit you’ve earned to move ahead or repeating a course is in your best interest. Though some students won’t find that statement particularly helpful, how well you are able to learn the material presented in a higher-level course will not only depend on your preparation but also on your study skills and ability to utilize the resources around you (faculty office hours, tutoring, supplemental instruction sessions, etc.). Therefore, there isn’t a way to predict student success or for an advisor to tell you what you should do. One thing that is important to know is that first two weeks of the semester are a drop/add period. What this means is that students are free to drop and add courses during this period before having to finalize their schedules. You can register for and sit in on a class for the first week or two and “test drive” it before making a final decision. Let’s say you decide to use the AP credit you’ve earned for MATH 121 and take MATH 122 in the fall semester. If after the first week of the course, during which time you’ll have the opportunity to review the course syllabus, talk with your professor, and look over the course materials, you decide that MATH 122 is not an appropriate course for you, you can drop MATH 122 and add MATH 121 instead. This is a common strategy for students with questions about whether or not to use AP, IB, or college credit to take a higher-level course because it allows them to learn first-hand what the course is like before making a decision to use the credit, whereas simply not using the credit and repeating a course does not. Regardless of the work done before, your goal should be to ensure that you are prepared for the next course in the CWRU sequence. Q: How will I choose my First Seminar? A: After you have registered for your fall courses and your schedule has been reviewed, you will be contacted by SAGES in late July/early August and directed to select from a list of First Seminars that fit with your schedule. You will identify seminars of interest and enrolled based on expressed interest and course availability. Additional information about First Seminar course selection can be found on p. 33.

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Q: Who is my advisor? When will I meet my advisor? A: Your First-Year Advisor will be the faculty member instructing your SAGES First Seminar. You will meet your First-Year Advisor at New Student Orientation, both in a group setting and also individually. Advisors engage in a partnership with students to help them make the most of their CWRU experience, providing both information and guidance. They will work with you to develop an understanding of your unique interests, talents, and aspirations. Additionally, First-Year Advisors are familiar with policies and procedures and will work to help you successfully navigate the university. Upon declaration of a major, you will be assigned an advisor who is a faculty member from the department in which you have declared your major. First-Year students may declare a major no sooner than November 1, 2012. More information about academic advising at CWRU can be found on p. 10. Q: There are two courses that I want to take but they’re offered at the same time. Can I register for both? A: You cannot register for two courses that meet at the same time or have overlapping meeting times. If one of the courses has multiple sections, see if the other section will fit your schedule. You may have to adjust other courses on your schedule to accommodate an alternate section. In cases where this is not possible, you will have to make a decision about which course is a priority and look to take the other course in a future semester. Q: What if a course requires instructor consent? A: Please use the Schedule Change Request form on the New Student Checklist to request consent for the course. DO NOT request consent through the SIS permission page. You should review course pre-requisites in advance of registration and request consent July 1-8 to ensure timely review and processing of these requests in advance of registration. Note: submission of a request does not guarantee approval. Undergraduate Studies will contact you if the request cannot be approved. Q: I only have x minutes between classes – will that be enough time to (eat/get to my next class/prepare for my next class)? A: The answer varies depending on where your classes are being held and how much time is available in between them. Generally, 10-15 minutes between classes should be enough to make it from one to another. If possible, you should also consider leaving yourself a larger block of time (about an hour) at some point during the day for meals – and to give yourself a break.

Q: What if a class that I need/want to take is full? A: Generally we are able to ensure that incoming first-year students are able to register for courses that they need for an intended major. If a required course is full, you should use the Schedule Change Request on the New Student Checklist to request a seat in the course. DO NOT request permission to enroll in a closed course through the SIS permission page. The Schedule Change Request item will remain open during the registration period (July 12-17, 2012) and be reviewed shortly thereafter. During the period which students’ schedules are reviewed (July 18-27, 2012), Undergraduate Studies will review students’ requests and make adjustments to their schedules if possible (subject to availability). Students should make sure to check their CWRU Webmail frequently during the schedule review period, as Undergraduate Studies may need to be in touch with you about these requests. There are cases in which a course that a student wants to take (e.g. a general education course, elective, or course of interest) is full. For situations such as this (i.e. the course is not required but rather a course that a student wants to take), we ask that you find an alternate course to take instead and plan to take that course in a future semester. Q: What if I want to join a musical ensemble during my first semester? A: All CWRU students are welcome to participate in our music ensembles. There are many opportunities, from large instrumental and vocal groups, to smaller chamber groups. A full list of ensembles can be found at: http://music.case.edu/ensembles/. There are gateway auditions for several of the primary ensembles, which include Orchestra, Symphonic Winds or Wind Ensemble, and Concert Choir. Other ensembles require placement auditions. Auditions being the first week of class. Interested students should contact the director via email or attend the first class meeting. All incoming students can learn more about the Music Department by visiting: http://music.case.edu/incoming/

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Q: What if a course I wish to take has variable credit hours? A: There are a limited number of courses that will give you the option to select the number of credit hours you wish to receive for the course when enrolling. You will most commonly see this with musical ensemble courses. These courses will give you the option to enroll for either 0 or 1 credit hour. If you need the course to count toward a major or minor requirement, you should take the course for 1 credit hour. Otherwise, you have the option to take it for either 0 or 1. In both cases, you will receive an evaluative grade in the course. However, if you take a course for 0 credits, the final grade will not be factored into your GPA. You might choose this option if you are already at the maximum number (19) of credit hours for the semester, or if you simply wish to exclude the grade from your GPA. You are, however, required to be enrolled in a course to participate. Note: If you wish to use MUEN 385 (Spartan Marching Band) to fulfill a physical education requirement, you must take it for 0 credits. Another possible instance of this may occur if you are registering for a research course or independent study. In these cases, you should contact the instructor of the course directly to understand the appropriate number of

credits in which you should enroll. Any questions about this can be directed to Undergraduate Studies ([email protected]) for assistance. Q: What if I change my mind about my major after I register? A: Access to SIS will close at 11:59 p.m. EST July 17, 2012 and not reopen until after students have met with their First-Year Advisor during New Student Orientation. If you change your mind about your intended major after having registered for fall courses and this will fundamentally alter your schedule for the fall semester, notify Undergraduate Studies immediately. If the change requires minimal schedule changes, you can wait until New Student Orientation to address this. You will have the opportunity to review your schedule with your First-Year Advisor during New Student Orientation and make changes to your schedule at that time. Q: Who can I ask if I have questions about my schedule? A: Contact the staff in Undergraduate Studies either via phone (216.368.2928) or [email protected] for all questions related to academics and course registration. We’re happy to help!

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Using SIS to Explore Course Options and Place Courses in Your Shopping Cart

STEP 1: Log into the Student Information System (SIS) To access the Schedule of Classes, you will need to log into the Student Information System by going to http://www.case.edu/sis. This link will take you to the Student Information System Sign In page where you will enter your Case Network ID and Password. If this is your first time entering SIS, the Student Information System Confidentiality Agreement will appear. Read through the statement and check the box next to “I have read, understand and will comply with this agreement.” Once you agree to the confidentiality statement, you will be taken to your SIS homepage, which will look like the sample below. SIS Student Homepage The figure below should be the first page you see each time you log into SIS.

Once an advisor is assigned to you, the individual’s name will appear here.

Holds, such as the Registration Advisor Hold, appear here.

STEP 2: Click the Search link or the Search for Classes button to begin searching for classes.

Important Notes

1. Do not use the Back button on your browser while using SIS. 2. Courses that are offered on Mondays and Wednesdays between 12:30-1:45 p.m. are not available to first-year

students in Fall 2012 because all first-year students must be available for SAGES First Seminar activities at that time (in addition to the days and times held in your schedule by your First Seminar). You will see that FSCC 850-100 is already on your schedule in order to reserve this time.

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STEP 4: Enter a Course Subject* code and Course Number if available. Leave Course Number blank to view all available courses in that department. If you do not know the course subject code, click the Select Subject button to view a listing.

STEP 5: Verify that “Undergraduate” is the Course Career.

STEP 6: Press the Search Button.

STEP 3: Verify that the Institution is Case Western Reserve Univ and the Term is Fall 2012.

*The Course Subject Code is a four-letter code that is an abbreviated reference to the subject. Example: Physics = PHYS A complete list of Course Subject Codes can be found by clicking the Select Subject icon (See STEP 4).

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STEP 7: View Class Attributes.

STEP 8: Click on the Section to read the course description and enrollment requirements.

Course Status Key

Course Number and Title

Status: Open or Closed?

Type of Course and Section

Number

Course Type could read

o LEC (Lecture)

o LAB (Laboratory)

o REC (Recitation)

o CLIN (Clinical)

Days and Times

Multiple Sections Available?

Some classes will have multiple sections on different days of the week or different times of the day.

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STEP 9: Review additional course attributes.

STEP 10: Click View Search Results to return to the previous page.

STEP 11: Repeat steps 3-10 for each course you are considering. Once you’ve decided on a course to select, proceed to STEP 12 to begin placing courses in your Shopping Cart.

Required and optional components may be a part of each course offering.

Pre-requisites and/or

co-requisites will be listed.

Number of seats left in

the class

The department may

provide additional notes about the class.

There is also a course

description provided.

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Placing Courses in Your Shopping Cart As you identify courses that you would like to take this Fall Semester, you can add your selections to your Shopping Cart in SIS. As you go through this process, consider your academic interests and make note of any questions that you have regarding your first semester schedule and be sure contact the Undergraduate Studies staff ([email protected]) if you need assistance.

STEP 12: From the Search Results screen, click the Select Class button to add this class to your shopping cart.

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STEP 13: Click Next to add the selection to your shopping cart.

NOTE: If you select a class that has multiple components, (e.g., a lecture course that requires a lab or a recitation), SIS will prompt you to add the additional components to your Shopping Cart at this point.

STEP 14: Click here to view the contents of your Shopping Cart.

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STEP 15: Review the classes in your Shopping Cart.

Optional Actions If you added a class that you no longer want, select it and click Delete to remove it from your Shopping Cart. You can Validate your courses to check for possible time conflicts or pre-requisites.

STEP 16: To search for more classes to add to your Shopping Cart, click the Search button. This will return you to STEP 3.

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Course Registration: July 12-17, 2012

By the time registration opens on July 12th, you should have already reviewed the preparatory information and filled your Shopping Cart. Registration for first-year students will be open July 12 (9:00 a.m. EST) through July 17 (11:59 p.m. EST). During this time, you are expected to register for all courses you plan to take during Fall semester with the exception of First Seminar (a separate process explained on p. 33). After the registration period closes, your schedule will be reviewed by a staff member in UGS and you will be contacted by July 27 if there are any questions or concerns about your schedule. Please keep in mind that while you should strive to create a schedule that reflects your academic interests and goals, should you change your mind about your schedule after July 17 you will have the opportunity to make changes during New Student Orientation and throughout the first two weeks of the semester during the drop/add period. You will also meet individually with your First-Year Advisor during New Student Orientation to review your schedule again. Please keep in mind the following when preparing to register for Fall semester: Create a Balanced Schedule Before you make decisions about specific courses on your schedule, again consider these recommendations:

• Balance the types of courses that comprise your schedule: Try to avoid putting together five heavy reading classes, three math courses or three lab courses all in the same semester. Look for courses that offer you variety in terms of topics, teaching methodology and types of requirements.

• The greater interest you have in the courses that you are taking, the more likely you are to be successful.

• Balance the times of courses that comprise your schedule: Most courses meet on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for 50 minutes or Tuesdays and Thursdays 75 minutes. It is not recommended to take all of your classes on only Tuesday and Thursday or only on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The more that you spread out your courses, the more breaks and flexibility you will have with your schedule. Also, you will avoid long days that leave you feeling exhausted and unable to study.

• Keep in mind the average schedule consists of 14-17 credit hours, though some majors

require slightly more. Do not feel obligated to take more hours than are recommended in the First-Year Schedule Development Recommendations for your major(s).

Carefully Select Your Courses You will be selecting at most 3 to 4 academic credit-bearing courses normally totaling 10-13 semester hours (once First Seminar is added, your schedule will total 14-17 credit-hours, though some majors may require slightly more). You should also be identifying some alternate course options in case of time conflicts or course availability issues. We are incredibly successful at getting students into the courses that they need. As previously stated, it is important that you remain flexible in this process and have alternate courses identified in advance of registration so that changes to your projected schedule can be made if necessary. You will have the option to request enrollment in a closed course via the New Student Checklist if necessary, though these requests are not guaranteed to be approved. Requests made for courses required for a student’s intended major will be given priority. The course registration process continues throughout the first two weeks of the semester (drop/add period) and schedule adjustments can be made throughout that time as needed. The curriculum is also flexible enough to allow for a variety of scheduling options for students across all academic areas of interest. If your schedule has courses that are offered at only one day and/or time, you should lock those into your schedule first and then move to other courses that are offered at more than one day and/or time. It is highly recommended that you select a Physical Education course as the last part of the registration process. Physical Education courses are required but count as 0 credit hours. Varsity athletes participating in a fall sport should register for that course (see p. 52) Once you have finalized your course schedule and have made a list of alternate courses, you will log on to SIS and complete the course registration process. The following pages will guide you through the process. Keep in mind the Undergraduate Studies staff ([email protected] or 216-368-2928) are available to answer your questions along the way. See the SAGES First Seminar Course Selection section (p. 33) for more information about that process.

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SIS 101: On-Line Registration

START Log in to the SIS Student Center at http://www.case.edu/sis/. IF YOU HAVE NOT FILLED YOUR SHOPPING CART, REFER BACK TO STEP ONE ON PAGE 20. OTHERWISE, PROCEED TO STEP 17

STEP 17: Your Shopping Cart appears. It should include the classes for which you intend to register.

STEP 18: Select all the classes in your Shopping Cart by clicking the checkboxes in the Select column.

STEP 19: Click the button. (If you see a blue square under the Status column, you will not be able to enroll in the section, as it is closed. The validate button will not catch these problems).

If you have already filled your shopping cart :

Click on the link, and then click on the sub tab. Review your class selections and make any necessary changes. If you need to edit your shopping cart, you can make changes to your class selections by completing the following steps: A. To delete a class from your Shopping Cart: i. Select the class in the Select column.

ii. Click the button. iii. Your Shopping Cart refreshes; the class has been removed. B. To add a class to your Shopping Cart:

i. Click the button. ii. The Search screen appears.

After making any necessary changes, proceed to Step 17.

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Validation Results

ENROLL AND PRINT Shopping Cart

STEP 20: The results of the validation process appear.

STEP 21: If a red X appears, that means a problem has been found with the suggested schedule in your Shopping Cart. Consult the SIS Error Messages table at the end of this section. Any classes with a green checkmark are OK to add to your schedule. STEP 22: Click the button. You will then be able to make adjustments to your Shopping Cart or proceed with enrollment if no adjustments are necessary.

STEP 23: You can delete a class by clicking the Select check box and clicking

. You can select additional

classes by using the button.

STEP 24: From the Shopping Cart, click the button once you have made your final selections and have made sure everything was ‘OK to Add’ after you validated the classes in your shopping cart.

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Class Confirmation

View Results

AFTER THE REGISTATION PERIOD HAS ENDED, FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS WILL BE ABLE TO MAKE SCHEDULE ADJUSTMENTS AFTER MEETING WITH THEIR FIRST-YEAR ADVISOR AT NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION.

STEP 25: The Confirm Classes screen appears.

STEP 26: Click the button.

STEP 27: The View Results screen appears. If a red X appears, read the error message carefully. Consult the SIS Error Messages table on page 31 before proceeding. If you have questions:

E-mail [email protected] Call : 216.368.2928

STEP 28: Click the My Class Schedule to access your completed schedule. Conduct a final review of your schedule.

STEP 29: Click “Printer Friendly Page” before printing. Print one copy for your records (optional).

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SIS Error Messages

TYPE OF ERROR

ERROR MESSAGE

COURSE OF ACTION

Closed “Class xxxx is full. If a wait list is available, click Add Another Class to return to step 1. Click the class link, select the wait list and resubmit your request.”

Note: Wait list option is not enabled on SIS during the July 12-17 registration period despite being mentioned in this error message.

If you do not need this class, select an alternate class to take (e.g. Economics major who would like to take SPAN 310, which is full).

If the course is required for your intended major, see Waitlist and Permission Options on the next page.

Time Conflict “There is a time conflict for class number xxxx and class number xxxx. There is currently a meeting time conflict for two of your shopping cart classes or a shopping cart class and one of your enrolled classes for this term. Use the class numbers to check the meeting times.”

If this class has multiple selections, pick a different section that is open and fits within your schedule (e.g. student would like to take PSCL 101, should select other section if it fits schedule).

If there is only one section for the class or all other sections are closed, find an alternate class to take. However, if you believe this class is required for your major(s) and conflicts with other classes required for your major(s), contact a representative from Undergraduate Studies to discuss your options.

Pre-Requisite

Not Met

“Unable to add this class - requisites have not been met. Prereq: ABC 1234.”

If you do not meet the prerequisite(s) of the class through AP/IB/Transfer Credit, find an alternate class to take (e.g. student would like to take MATH 122, but does not have AP/IB/Transfer Credit for MATH 121.

If you believe you have met the prerequisite(s) for the class through AP/IB/Transfer Credit, check the New Student Checklist or Course History in SIS to confirm that your AP/IB/Transfer Credit has been posted. If the credit is not posted and you believe that you have completed the steps outlined on the Checklist, contact Undergraduate Studies to inquire on the status of your credit and discuss your options. If you did not complete the required steps, contact Undergraduate Studies immediately to discuss your options for expediting the credit posting process.

Consent

Required

“Instructor Consent Required for this class. You will need to obtain permission to add this class. In order to request permission online, follow the "Enroll" link or tab and select the "permissions" tab”

DO NOT SELECT THE PERMISSION TAB. Please request instructor consent through the Schedule Change Request item on the New Student Checklist. See page 32 for more information.

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Requesting Enrollment in a Closed Course or Course Requiring Instructor Consent

When registering for courses, if a course that is required for your intended major is full, or requires instructor consent, you may submit a Schedule Change Request on the New Student Checklist. This request will notify Undergraduate Studies that you would like to be enrolled in a course. These requests will be reviewed by Undergraduate Studies and you will be contacted if there are any questions or concerns about your request. Check your schedule after July 27, 2012 to confirm whether or not your request was accommodated. Please keep in mind that we cannot guarantee that all requests will be granted and requests made for courses that are required for a student’s intended major will be given priority. Students should first search for alternate courses or other available sections of a course before submitting requests. Requests for Instructor Consent To ensure that requests for instructor consent are reviewed and granted (as applicable) prior to registration, we ask that all students requesting instructor consent submit a Schedule Change Request between July 1 and July 8. Requests to Enroll in a Closed Course Requests to enroll in a closed course should only be made during the registration period (July 12-17). Requests to enroll in a closed course made before July 12 will not be reviewed.

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SAGES First Seminar Course Selection All first-year students will take a SAGES First Seminar during fall semester. After registering for all other fall courses during the registration period (July 12-17, 2012), you will be contacted in early August via CWRU webmail and asked to review descriptions of First Seminars that fit into your course schedule and identify those that appeal most to you. You will be enrolled in a First Seminar based upon your expressed interest and course availability. A list of available First Seminars will be made available on the New Student Checklist for you to view in advance of registration. Based on your interest in certain seminars, you may choose to arrange your schedule (if possible) to make a seminar available to you. However, it should be noted that this does not guarantee or increase the likelihood of being enrolled in a specific First Seminar; it simply makes enrollment a possibility. Some students will be placed in First Seminars designed to provide additional writing support. This placement will be made on the basis of test scores and the writing sample submitted on the New Student Checklist. As SAGES First Seminar provides a foundation for your subsequent educational experience, careful selection is critical to your satisfaction and success. Please review the following information and advice to prepare for your First Seminar selection process: Details

• You will be asked to make First Seminar course selections that accommodate the other academic courses that comprise your schedule.

• Although all First Seminars are interdisciplinary and share common goals, each seminar comes with its own unique course description. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY ALL FIRST SEMINAR COURSE DESCRIPTIONS SENT TO YOU BY THE SAGES OFFICE.

• First Seminars are either Life of the Mind (FSCC) or topical. Topical First Seminars are categorized as Natural World (FSNA), Social World (FSSO), or Symbolic World (FSSY). You will be asked to make selections from both Life of the Mind and Topical First Seminar options.

How to Make the Most of Your First Seminar Selections Student do better in courses that they find engaging so taking the time to carefully read the First Seminar course descriptions to identify those that most interest you is a critical step in your future academic success.

• Consider choosing topics that you have always been curious about, that you know nothing about, and/or you are passionate about.

• Your interest in and affinity for a First Seminar topic is much more important than the time of day that the

seminar is offered. In college, it is typical and advisable to have breaks in your daily schedule without classes. Do not feel that you have to choose a seminar to fill “a hole” in your schedule. Choose seminars that “speak” to you regardless of the time of day.

• These courses are not designed to be connected to specific academic majors, minors, or programs, so you

do not need to find seminars that you feel are “related” to your intended major.

• Varsity Athletes – Please choose First Seminars that end by 4:00 p.m. as most practice times begin at 4:30 p.m.

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Enhanced Course Opportunities Case Western Reserve University offers enhanced versions of two types of courses. Please read the descriptions listed below. Enhanced course opportunities are not required or preferred for a major. Invitations are required and will be sent via students’ CWRU webmail account in early July. Participation is completely voluntary. MATH 124 – Calculus II and MATH 227 – Calculus III

MATH 124 is an alternative to MATH 122, while MATH 227 is an alternative to MATH 223. MATH 122 is the regular second semester course in the standard science and engineering calculus sequence. Calculus of a single variable is covered. MATH 124 also covers calculus of a single variable but is taught with more emphasis on the underlying theory. Students taking this course should have a high level of computation proficiency and a willingness to be challenged. Having a well-grounded theoretical understanding of the first semester (MATH 121 or equivalent – see the course description on the Schedule of Classes) of single variable calculus is a plus. MATH 223 is the regular third semester course in the standard science and engineering calculus sequence. Calculus of several variables is covered. MATH 227 also covers calculus of several variables but with more emphasis on the underlying theory. The material is covered in more depth and includes some linear algebra. Having a well-grounded theoretical understanding of single variable calculus is a plus. The enhanced calculus sequence is intended to provide superior preparation to strong prospective math, science and engineering students with an in-depth understanding of complex phenomena. The enhanced math sequence covers the same material in MATH 122 and 223 but covers these topics in greater depth with an emphasis on the underlying mathematical concepts. If you have questions about these courses or would like help deciding, you may contact Professor Chris Butler ([email protected]). Pre-requisites: Invitation only. Invited students with AP, IB or transfer credit for MATH 121 may register for MATH 124. Invited students with AP or transfer credit for MATH 121 and 122 may register for MATH 227. PHYS 123 – Physics and Frontiers

PHYS 123 is an alternative to PHYS 121. PHYS 123 is the first of a two course sequence in the "enhanced" introductory sequence. PHYS 123 is an option for students who are interested in physics, possibly but not necessarily as a major. A central goal in this class is to learn to "think like a physicist", to cultivate methods to solve a wide range of problems. In addition to the standard Newtonian dynamics, the course incorporates a series of frontier lectures on topics in modern physics such as fractals and chaos theory, cosmology, and relativity. As in PHYS 121, there is an associated series of laboratory experiments, with certain experiments especially tailored to the special topics covered in PHYS 123. Students who have earned AP credit for PHYS 121 will give up that credit if they opt to enroll in PHYS 123; PHYS 123 is designed to make this an attractive option for students interested in physics. Further details about this course option can be found at http://www.phys.cwru.edu/courses/p123. Pre-requisites: Invitation only. Students who have successfully completed calculus and physics during high school and who have demonstrated a strong mathematics background on standardized entrance exams will be considered for invitation. Students planning to pursue a Physics, Math and Physics, and/or Engineering Physics major are especially encouraged to consider enrolling in Physics 123.

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Recommendations for First-Year Students with an interest in Medicine, Dentistry, or other Professional Health Sciences

Pre-medical, pre-dental, and other pre-professional health science students are encouraged to explore and to pursue academic fields they enjoy and in which they will perform well. To meet the admission requirements of professional health science schools, a student may major in any subject, but must include certain prerequisite courses in their undergraduate curricula. Both Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Bachelor of Science (B.S.) programs provide strong preparation for professional health science schools. Although there are general science requirements for all medical, dental, and other professional health science schools, there is also a great amount of variation in requirements beyond the general core (e.g., some pharmacy schools require an introductory course in economics, others do not; a few medical schools require anatomy, the majority do not). Consequently, as a first-year student it is impossible to anticipate every requirement you will need to complete as an undergraduate student, and it is essential that you work with the Director of Health Career Advising to identify unique program requirements and when they should be fulfilled.

General Requirements for most professional health science schools include: • 2 Semesters of Inorganic Chemistry with Lab • 2 Semesters of Organic Chemistry with Lab • 2 Semesters of Biology with Lab • 2 Semesters of Physics with Lab • 1 Semester of Biochemistry

• 2 Semesters of English Composition • 1-2 Semesters of Calculus • 1 Semester of Statistics • 1-2 Semesters of Behavioral Sciences

AP and IB Credit If you receive AP and/or IB credit for courses that are science requirements for medical or dental schools, be aware that some professional schools will not accept such credits. This is most common with the biology and chemistry requirements. However, this does not mean you should waive such credit and repeat the courses at CWRU. Professional schools prefer applicants who challenge themselves as undergraduate students. Therefore, if you feel you are ready to take the next course beyond the one for which you received credit, it would be to your advantage to accept the AP and/or IB credit and take more advanced courses at the undergraduate level. For example, if you receive AP credit for CHEM 105/106/113, and you feel ready to take organic chemistry in your first year, you should plan to take an advanced course in chemistry or biochemistry in your second or third year in order to replace the AP credit.

MCAT 2015 The American Association of Medical Colleges (AAMC) is revising the MCAT with plans of implementing the changes in March 2015. As a first year student, if you complete your medical school science requirements and take the MCAT by the end of your junior year (this is the traditional path), you will be the first group of students impacted by this change. The changes include adding biochemistry, behavior science, and research methods/statistics as new topics to be covered in addition to general biology, chemistry, organic chemistry, physics, and verbal reasoning. The current writing section of the MCAT will be eliminated on the new test.

Every year students with considerable amounts of AP credit or post-secondary transfer credit are ready to take the MCAT during the summer between their second and third years at CWRU. If you find yourself in this situation, you will need to decide if you want to take the current version of the MCAT (last offering will be January 2015) or the new version. In making your decision, it is strongly recommended that you meet with the Director of Health Career Advising to help you determine what the best path is for you. Other Courses of Interest The courses listed below will allow you to explore your interest and enhance your knowledge of health care issues and professions. These courses are not required, but are suggested for additional personal and professional development during your undergraduate career. For more health science-related course offerings available beyond the first year, visit the Pre-Health Professions page on the Office of Undergraduate Studies website at http://www.case.edu/provost/ugstudies/prehlth.htm.

ANTH 102 Intro to Social and Cultural

Anthropology ANTH 103 Introduction to Human Evolution ANTH 215 Intro to Medical Anthropology BETH 271 Bioethics: Dilemmas BIOL 240 Personalized Medicine COGS 101 Introduction to Cognitive Science COGS 102 Introduction to Cognitive Neuroscience COSI 101 Introduction to Health Communication COSI 109 Introduction to Communication

Disorders COSI 200 Interpersonal Communication

COSI 260 Multicultural Aspects of Human Communication

EBME 105 Introduction to Biomedical Engineering NTRN 201 Nutrition PHIL 102 Ethics: An Interdisciplinary Introduction PHIL 205 Contemporary Moral Problems PSCL 317 Health Psychology PSCL 321 Abnormal Psychology PSCL352 Physiological Psychology PHED 60A/B CPR/First Aid PHED 332 Introduction to Sports Medicine SOCI 203 Human Development

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The recommended sequences of courses for pre-health science students are listed below for various academic areas. These sequences cover the general requirements for most professional health science schools and prepare students to take the professional school admission examinations at the end of their junior year.

Biological and Chemical Sciences (B.A. and B.S.)

Year Fall Semester Spring Semester Other Coursework First Year MATH 125 (or 121)

CHEM 105 BIOL 214/214L*

MATH 126 (or 122) CHEM 106 BIOL 215/215L*

• CHEM 113 should be taken either Fall or Spring Semester of First Year.

• SAGES Seminars cover English Composition Requirement.

• PSCL 101 or SOCI 101 should be taken during first three years.

• Students should consult with Major and Pre-Health Advisor if Statistics§ course is needed in 2nd or 3rd year.

Second Year CHEM 223 (or 323) CHEM 233 BIOL 216/216L*

CHEM 224 (or 324) CHEM 234

Third Year PHYS 115 (or 121) BIOC 307†

PHYS 116 (or 122)

Mathematical and Physical Sciences (B.A. and B.S.)

Year Fall Semester Spring Semester Other Coursework First Year MATH 125 (or 121)

CHEM 105 PHYS 121 (or 115)

MATH 126 (or 122) CHEM 106 PHYS 122 (or 116)

• CHEM 113 should be taken either Fall or Spring Semester of First Year.

• SAGES Seminars cover English Composition Requirement.

• PSCL 101 or SOCI 101 should be taken during first three years.

• Students should consult with Major and Pre-Health Advisor if Statistics§ course is needed in 2nd or 3rd year.

Second Year CHEM 223 (or 323) CHEM 233 BIOL 214/214L*

CHEM 224 (or 324) CHEM 234 BIOL 215/215L*

Third Year BIOL 216/216L* BIOC 307†

Engineering Majors

Year Fall Semester Spring Semester Other Coursework First Year MATH 121

CHEM 111 PHYS 121‡

MATH 122 ENGR 145 PHYS 122

• CHEM 113 should be taken either Fall or Spring Semester of First Year.

• SAGES Seminars cover English Composition Requirement.

• PSCL 101 or SOCI 101 should be taken during first three years.

• Students should consult with Major and Pre-Health Advisor if Statistics§ course is needed in 2nd or 3rd year.

Second Year CHEM 223 (or 323) CHEM 233 BIOL 214/214L*

CHEM 224 (or 324) CHEM 234 BIOL 215/215L*

Third Year BIOL 216/216L* BIOC 307†

Arts, Humanities, and Social Science Majors

Year Fall Semester Spring Semester Other Coursework First Year CHEM 105

CHEM 113 BIOL 214/214L*

CHEM 106 MATH 125 BIOL 215/215L*

• SAGES Seminars cover English Composition Requirement.

• PSCL 101 or SOCI 101 should be taken during first three years.

• Students should take a Statistics§ course during first three years.

Second Year CHEM 223 (or 323) CHEM 233 BIOL 216/216L*

CHEM 224 (or 324) CHEM 234

Third Year PHYS 115 (or 121) BIOC 307†

PHYS 116 (or 122)

* Although most health professional schools require only two semesters of general biology, students should take the third semester of the BIOL 214, 215, 216 sequence as material from all three courses are covered on the MCAT and DAT. Students should take at least two labs from BIOL 214L, 215L, and 216L. Biomedical Engineering students do not need to take BIOL 216 as this material is covered in EBME 201 and 202.

† Students may take CHEM 328 as a replacement for BIOC 307. ‡ Some engineering majors recommend that students wait to enroll in PHYS 121 until the Spring Semester of their first year. Pre-health engineering students should refer to recommended courses for their intended major as to when it is best to start their Physics sequence.

§ Statistics can be fulfilled with ANTH 319, PSCL 282, or STAT 201.

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To-Do List for First-Year Students Interested in Professional Health Sciences Take courses recommended for first-year students pursuing professional health sciences.

Explore and take courses that are genuinely interesting regardless of whether or not they fall into fields associated

with the health professions.

Attend the Pre-Health Information Sessions during New Student Orientation in August.

Review the Pre-Health Professions page on the Office of Undergraduate Studies website at http://www.case.edu/provost/ugstudies/prehlth.htm. Check here to learn more about trends in medical school acceptance rates, the myriad of professional opportunities within the health fields, and strategies to meet your educational and professional goals.

If not already enrolled by the middle of October, request access to the Case Pre-Medical, Pre-Dental, and Pre-

Health Professions Blackboard Page by sending a request to [email protected].

Volunteer in a clinical environment such as Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital, the Cleveland Clinic, University Hospital Case Medical Centers, the Free Clinic of Greater Cleveland, MetroHealth Medical Center, etc.

Explore opportunities to engage in research by talking to your professors, advisors, and through connection to the

SOURCE (Support of Undergraduate Research and Creative Endeavors) Office. Consider joining student organizations with a variety of foci (not only medical or science-based) to explore

academic interests, develop leadership skills, and to HAVE FUN!

Attend information sessions held throughout the first year focused on career exploration, applicant preparation, and professional development in medicine, dentistry, and other health professional areas.

Gain a wide range of knowledge of health professions (physical therapy, optometry, osteopathic medicine, podiatry, medicine, dentistry, pharmacology, etc.) and health issues by visiting professional organization and industry websites, and consider shadowing health professionals in different areas.

During your first year, meet at least once with Steven Scherger, Director of Health Career Advising, to discuss

your interests and goals related to the health professions. To schedule an appointment call (216) 368-2928 or stop by Sears 357.

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Recommendations for First-Year Students with an Interest in Attending Law School

Curriculum and Majors Law schools do not “require” or “prefer” one major over another. Law schools are looking to build a diverse class with students coming from varied backgrounds, interests, and experiences. Law schools do not expect applicants to follow a set curriculum. There are no specific classes that law school applicants need to complete prior to matriculation. Strong candidates are intelligent and motivated students with strong communication and analytical skills who have taken classes focusing on a variety of subjects. Although many undergraduates pursue majors commonly associated with law school such as Political Science, History, and Economics, an equal number pursue different majors in fields as diverse as English, Engineering, Biology, Art History, Psychology, Sociology, and Accounting. Some pre-law students choose to major in a discipline closely aligned with the type of law they are interested in pursuing. For example:

• Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Geology, Environmental Geology for students interested in environmental law.

• Engineering or science majors for students interested in intellectual property law. • Accounting, Management, Statistics, Mathematics or Economics for students interested in corporate law, tax

law, and/or white collar crime. • Psychology or Sociology for students interested in family law, juvenile law, children’s rights, and defense or

prosecution of crimes. Bottom line – pursue your passion, study hard, hone your communication, research, and analytical skills, and you will be a strong law school applicant. How do I prepare for law school? According to the Law School Admissions Council (or LSAC), “Law schools want students who can think critically and write well, and who have some understanding of the forces that have shaped the human experience. These attributes can be acquired in any number of college courses, whether in the arts and humanities, the social sciences, or the natural sciences. An undergraduate career that is narrowly based or vocationally oriented may not be the best preparation for law school. As long as you receive an education including critical analysis, logical reasoning, and written and oral expression, the range of acceptable college majors is very broad. What counts is the intensity and depth of your undergraduate program and your capacity to perform well at an academically rigorous level.” The American Bar Association (www.abanet.org/legaled/prelaw/prep.html) recommends that law school applicants familiarize themselves with several areas of knowledge. Each of these areas is an important component of the general education requirements available to all students pursing any undergraduate degree at Case Western Reserve University.

● A broad understanding of history, including the various factors (social, political, economic, and cultural) that have influenced the development of our society in the United States.

● A fundamental understanding of political thought and of the contemporary American political system. ● Some basic mathematical and financial skills, such as an understanding of basic pre-calculus mathematics

and an ability to analyze financial data. ● A basic understanding of human behavior and social interaction. ● An understanding of diverse cultures within and beyond the United States, of international institutions and

issues, of world events, and of the increasing interdependence of the nations and communities within our world.

Law schools look for prospective students who have the following attributes and skills:

● Intelligence ● Demonstrated academic ability, motivation,

and persistence ● Strong analytical skills, written

communication skills, organizational skills, and oral communication skills

● Independent and original/creative thinking ability

● Research experience

● Sound judgment ● Strong problem-solving skills ● Significant personal initiative ● Demonstrated leadership abilities ● Self-confidence ● Demonstrated concern for others ● Energetic ● Emotional maturity

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To-Do List for First-Year Students with an Interest in Attending Law School

Explore and take courses that are genuinely interesting regardless of whether or not they fall into fields associated with the legal profession. Consider trying courses that you know nothing about!

Join the “Pre-Law at Case Western Reserve” group on Facebook. Send an email to Professor Terri Mester ([email protected]) and request to be included on the prelaw

database. Attend presentations given by admission directors, law professors, judges and prominent local attorneys on

topics of interest to anyone considering a career in law. These talks are sponsored by Undergraduate Studies and will most likely be held on Fridays during the Community Hour (12:30 – 1:45 p.m.). Be sure to check your email and contact Terri Mester for more details at the beginning of the Fall Semester.

Attend presentations, lectures, mock trial and moot court sessions at the Case Western Reserve University

School of Law.

Review the Pre-Law page on the Office of Undergraduate Studies website at http://www.case.edu/provost/ugstudies/prelaw.htm. Check here to learn more about trends in law school acceptance rates, the current legal market, pre-law resources in print and on the web, and strategies to meet your educational and professional goals.

Consider joining student organizations with a variety of foci (not only legally focused) to explore academic

interests, develop leadership skills, and to HAVE FUN! Also, consider joining the Phi Alpha Delta, the undergraduate chapter of the international legal fraternity at http://filer.case.edu/org/pad/index.html and/or Case’s Mock Trial Team.

Volunteer in a legal environment such as an attorney’s office, the Cuyahoga County or City of Cleveland

Prosecutor’s Office, in a legal department of a business such as Fifth Third Bank or the Cleveland Clinic, the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland, American Civil Liberties Union, etc.

Explore opportunities for study abroad. Watch for information about Study Abroad information sessions in

the fall and spring semesters.

Explore opportunities to engage in research by talking to your professors, advisors, and through connection to the SOURCE (Support of Undergraduate Research and Creative Endeavors) Office.

Sometime during your first or second semesters, contact the Office of Undergraduate Studies (Sears 357) at

(216) 368-2928 to make an appointment with the Pre-Law Advisor, Professor Terri Mester.

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Recommendations for First-Year Students with an Interest in Study Abroad The Study Abroad Program at Case Western Reserve University provides a unique opportunity for students to personally experience another country, its culture, customs, people, and language. There simply is no substitute! Students who study abroad develop important transnational competencies that can be of great interest to professional and graduate schools, as well as future employers. It allows you to learn about yourself and your home culture through exposure to new ways of thinking and living that encourage personal growth and independence. Regardless of academic interests, study abroad is open to all students at Case! Students in engineering, management, sciences, humanities, arts, and social sciences are eligible to participate in various programs. Nursing offers its own study abroad experiences. Each year, a number of students spend a semester or year at universities throughout the world. Some of the countries in which students have studied include: Argentina Australia Austria Brazil Chile Denmark Dominican Republic

Egypt France Germany Ghana Hungary India Ireland

Israel Italy Japan Kenya Korea Nepal The Netherlands

New Zealand Russia Singapore South Africa Spain Sweden United Kingdom

Options for Study Abroad Students can participate in study abroad via direct application to the school abroad; through providers like the Institute for Study Abroad-Butler University, the Center for Education Abroad-Arcadia University, or the Council on International Education Exchange; or, through an established exchange program. At present, Case has exchange agreements in England, Spain, Australia, Turkey, France, Germany, China, Singapore and Thailand. The Global Engineering Education Exchange (Global E3) program offers additional options. Non-traditional study abroad opportunities are also available through summer term programs. In addition, many departments across campus offer programs during Winter Break, Spring Break, and the Summer term, including the Department of Bioethics, the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures, the Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, the SAGES program, the School of Dental Medicine, and the School of Engineering. These opportunities consist of a class traveling abroad for one to three weeks exploring how the course topic is experienced in another country or culture. Study Abroad Eligibility Students are eligible for study abroad provided that they have completed at least 24 credit-hours of coursework at CWRU, are in good academic and disciplinary standing (with no pending judicial actions), and are otherwise eligible to register on campus at CWRU for the proposed semester(s) (no financial holds, e.g.). NOTE: Specific study abroad programs may have their own admissions guidelines that exceed CWRU expectations and students will need to meet those for participation in those programs. Foreign Language Requirements CWRU does not require students to complete any foreign language prerequisites before studying abroad. However, if a student wishes to complete a program in a country in which the native language is not English, while abroad the student must either 1) take at least one course taught in the native language (e.g. a French literature course taught in French) or 2) take at least one course that teaches the native language (e.g. French 101). NOTE: Specific study abroad programs may have their own language requirements that exceed CWRU expectations and students will need to meet those for participation in those programs. If you prefer to study at an English-speaking institution, you may attend a university in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, or in an English-speaking country in Africa. Most short-term faculty-led programs do not have a language requirement, although proficiency in the native language is beneficial.

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Examples of Recent Study Abroad Experiences by Academic Area Biochemistry—England (University of Oxford) Biomedical Engineering—New Zealand (University of Auckland Chemistry – Singapore (National University of Singapore) Civil Engineering—Wales (Cardiff University) Computer Science and Engineering—Scotland (University of Edinburgh) Communications Sciences—Australia (James Cook University) Dance—Israel (Hebrew University of Jerusalem)

Economics—England (London School of Economics and Political Science) Management—South Africa (University of Cape Town) Materials Science and Engineering—Ireland (National University of Ireland-Galway) Political Science—Denmark (Danish Institute for Study Abroad) Psychology—Spain (Universidad de Carlos III Madrid) Sociology—Italy (IES Abroad Rome) Theatre—Russia (National Theatre Institute-Moscow)

To-Do List for First-Year Students with an Interest in Study Abroad Explore the study abroad options available through Case Western Reserve University by visiting the Study

Abroad website at http://www.case.edu/studyabroad. Once you decide upon your major(s) and minor(s), speak with the department representative, or your faculty

advisor once you declare, to determine how best to fit study abroad into your academic program. Also consider mapping out a four-year plan to determine how study abroad options fit your four or five-year academic program.

Select one or two countries/regions where you would like to study that have programs that match your interests

and fit well into your academic program. Once you have identified one or two countries and/or institutions of interest, you should meet with the study

abroad advisor, Lisa Brown, to discuss the specific requirements of the programs. You can schedule an appointment with Lisa by emailing [email protected].

Familiarize yourself with the study abroad application deadlines for your programs of interest. CWRU study

abroad application deadlines can be found under the “For Students” section of the study abroad website (http://www.case.edu/studyabroad), but note that your particular program may have an earlier deadline than the CWRU deadline.

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Recommendations for First-Year Students Interested in Research Opportunities Why Consider Research? As a new student at Case Western Reserve University, you have joined a research-intensive community with a historic tradition of involving undergraduates in research and creative endeavors. Regardless of your major or academic interests, there are numerous opportunities to engage in research either on campus with CWRU faculty or elsewhere during the summer. Although a few students may have already participated in research through summer programs at a local university or in private industry, many of you may not have even considered engaging in such opportunities during your undergraduate career. Regardless of your past experience, there are a number of reasons why you should consider becoming involved in research endeavors during your undergraduate experience and it is never too early to begin exploring opportunities! Participation in undergraduate research and creative endeavors offers you the opportunity to connect with the academic community at levels the classroom experience does not provide. Engaging in research will allow you to create mentoring relationships with individual faculty members and can be the gateway to developing a professional network that will open up opportunities for you whether you continue in graduate and professional studies or enter the workforce. Research projects also allow you to integrate academic theories learned in the classroom with practical experiences at a deeper and more meaningful level. In addition, these endeavors can enhance valuable workplace skills such as verbal and written communication, teamwork, and adaptability. Finally, participating in research at the undergraduate level is an excellent way to distinguish yourself when it comes time to apply for graduate and professional schools. Beginning the Search for Opportunities The SOURCE (Support of Undergraduate Research & Creative Endeavors) Office is the place to start your exploration of the numerous on and off-campus opportunities for undergraduate research that are available. Be sure to visit SOURCE’s web page this summer at http://www.case.edu/provost/source/opp/ in order to learn more about the variety of opportunities that might be available in your academic area of interest. In the fall, plan to attend one of the many information sessions that will be conducted by SOURCE to provide you with additional information on the process of becoming involved. Be sure to check the First-Year Student Newsletter that you will receive on a monthly basis for times and locations of information sessions throughout the fall semester. Once you have reviewed the information from the web site and attended an information session, you will want to make an appointment with Dr. Sheila Pedigo, Director of SOURCE, to discuss what opportunities will best fit your goals and schedule. Recent Undergraduate Student Research Projects Rebecca Gilson (Physics, 2012), Plasmodium falciparum’s Response to an Oscillating Weak Magnetic Field.

Mentors: Brian Grimberg and Robert Brown. Kathryn Goldberg (History, 2012), The Dalkon Shield: A Social History. Mentor: Jonathan Sadowsky. Michael Kottman (Materials Science & Engineering, 2012), Applying Solar Pyrometallurgy to the Recovery of High-

Value Metals from E-Waste. Mentor: James McGuffin-Cawley. Anton Vehovec (Nursing, 2013) – Compensatory Strategies and Cognitive Impairment in Patients with Heart Failure.

Mentor: Mary Dolansky.

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To-Do List for First-Year Students with an Interest in Undergraduate Research

Review the SOURCE website at http://www.case.edu/provost/source/opp/ to learn about the various on and off-campus research opportunities available for undergraduate students.

Analyze your schedule and think about the commitments you want to make both academically and socially

at CWRU to determine how research might fit within your other responsibilities. Work on defining a schedule that will help you achieve success and then determine which type of research opportunities will fit.

Attend a SOURCE information session during the fall semester to learn more about undergraduate

research opportunities. Be sure to check the First-Year Student Newsletter and the The Daily for times and locations.

Attend lecture and presentation series sponsored by departments and schools at Case. These series will

provide a picture of what research is currently being conducted at CWRU and the national level by faculty and students. The SOURCE office can help learn about these opportunities.

In November, begin to check the SOURCE website for summer research opportunities at Case and

elsewhere. Application deadlines for summer positions begin in December and go through March.

Use the Winter Break period to seek positions that you might want to pursue for the summer. Sometime during your first year, make an appointment with Dr. Sheila Pedigo, Director of SOURCE (Sears

451; 216-368-8508) to discuss your research interests and opportunities you have identified.

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First Year Recommended Course Offerings This is not an exhaustive list or endorsement of any particular course(s). Check the Schedule of Classes for a full list of available courses.

Accounting (ACCT)

ACCT 101 Introduction to Financial

Accounting ACCT 102* Management Accounting Anthropology (ANTH) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Social Sciences)

ANTH 102 Being Human: An Introduction

to Social and Cultural Anthropology

ANTH 103 Introduction to Human Evolution

ANTH 107 Archaeology: An Introduction ANTH 215 An Introduction to Medical

Anthropology Arabic (ARAB) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities)

ARAB 101 Beginning Arabic I ARAB 102* Beginning Arabic II ARAB 201* Intermediate Arabic I ARAB 202* Intermediate Arabic II Offered Spring only. ARAB 301* Advanced Arabic I Offered Fall only. Art History (ARTH) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities)

ARTH 101 Art History I: Pyramids to

Pagodas Offered Fall only. ARTH 102 Art History II Offered Spring only. ARTH 250 Art and the Age of Discovery ARTH 270 American Art and Culture

Before 1900 Also cross-listed as AMST 270 Art Studio and Art Education (ARTS) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities)

ARTS 101 Design and Color I ARTS 106 Creative Drawing I ARTS 201* Design and Color II ARTS 206* Creative Drawing II ARTS 210 Enameling and Jewelry I ARTS 212 Weaving, Fibers & Textiles I ARTS 214 Ceramics I ARTS 216 Painting I ARTS 220 Photography Studio I

ARTS 295* Introduction to Art Education Offered Fall only. Astronomy (ASTR) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Natural and Mathematical Sciences)

ASTR 151 Doing Astronomy Offered Spring only. ASTR 201 The Sun and its Planets

Not available for credit to Astronomy majors.

ASTR 221* Stars & Planets Offered Fall only. ASTR 222* Galaxies and Cosmology Offered Spring only. Bioethics (BETH) BETH 271 Bioethics: Dilemmas

Also cross-listed as PHIL 271. BETH 315* International Bioethics: Policy

and Practice Biology (BIOL) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Natural and Mathematical Sciences)

BIOL 114 Principles of Biology Offered Fall only.

Does not count toward Biology major.

BIOL 116* Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology I This course is not recommended for first-year students other than those pursuing Nursing as a major.

BIOL 117* Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology II This course is not recommended for first-year students other than those pursuing Nursing as a major. Offered Spring only.

BIOL 214* Genes, Evolution and Ecology BIOL 214L* Genes, Evolution and Ecology

Lab BIOL 215* Cells and Proteins BIOL 215L* Cells and Proteins Lab BIOL 216* Organisms and Ecosystems BIOL 216L* Organisms and Ecosystems Lab BIOL 240 Personalized Medicine

Does not count toward Biology major or minor.

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Biomedical Engineering (EBME)

EBME 105 Introduction to Biomedical Engineering

Offered Fall only. Chemistry (CHEM) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Natural and Mathematical Sciences)

CHEM 105* Principles of Chemistry I Offered Fall only. CHEM 106* Principles of Chemistry II Offered Spring only. CHEM 111* Principles of Chemistry for

Engineers CHEM 113* Principles of Chemistry

Laboratory CHEM 114* Chemistry Frontiers Laboratory Offered Spring only. CHEM 223* Introduction to Organic

Chemistry I CHEM 224* Introduction to Organic

Chemistry II CHEM 233* Introduction to Organic

Chemistry Lab I CHEM 234* Introduction to Organic

Chemistry Lab II Chemical Engineering (ECHE) ECHE 151 Introduction to Chemical

Engineering at Case Offered Fall only. Chinese (CHIN) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities)

CHIN 101 Elementary Chinese I Offered Fall only. CHIN 102* Elementary Chinese II Offered Spring only. CHIN 201* Intermediate Chinese I Offered Fall only. CHIN 202* Intermediate Chinese II Offered Spring only. CHIN 301* Advanced Chinese I Offered Fall only. CHIN 302* Advanced Chinese II Offered Spring only. Civil Engineering (ECIV)

ECIV 160 Surveying and Computer

Graphics Offered Fall only.

Classics (CLSC) (General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities)

CLSC 203 Gods and Heroes in Greek

Literature Also cross-listed as WLIT 203. CLSC 220* Art & Literature in the Classical

Tradition, Pt 1: Renaissance and Baroque

Also cross-listed as WLIT 220 CLSC 231 Greek Civilization Also cross-listed as HSTY 231. Cognitive Science (COGS) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Social Sciences) COGS 101 Introduction to Cognitive

Science I COGS 201 Human Cognition in Evolution

and Development COGS 206 Introduction to Cognitive

Linguistics Communication Sciences (COSI) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Social Sciences)

COSI 101 Introduction to Health

Communication COSI 109 Introduction to Communication

Disorders COSI 200 Interpersonal Communication Offered Fall only. COSI 211 Phonetics and Phonology Offered Fall only. COSI 220 Introduction to American Sign

Language I COSI 221* Introduction to American Sign

Language II COSI 260 Multicultural Aspects of Human

Communication Offered Spring only Dance (DANC) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities) DANC 103 First Year Modern Dance

Technique I DANC 104* First Year Modern Dance

Technique II DANC 121 Dance in Culture - Ethnic

Forms DANC 160 Introduction to Ballet

Technique I DANC 203* Second Year Modern Dance

Technique I

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Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences (EEPS) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Natural and Mathematical Sciences) EEPS 101 The Earth and Planets EEPS 110 Physical Geology Offered Fall only. EEPS 117 Weather and Climate Offered Spring only. EEPS 119* Geology Laboratory Offered Fall only. EEPS 202 Global Environmental

Problems Also cross-listed as ESTD 202 Economics (ECON) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Social Sciences)

ECON 102 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 103 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 307* Intermediate Macro Theory ECON 308* Intermediate Micro Theory ECON 368* Environmental Economics ECON 373* International Trade ECON 375* Economics of Developing

Countries ECON 378* Health Care Economics Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and Systems and Control Engineering (EECS)

EECS 132 Introduction to Programming in

Java EECS 233* Introductory Data Structures EECS 281* Logic Design and Computer

Organization EECS 302* Discrete Mathematics Also cross-listed as MATH 304. Engineering (ENGR)

ENGR 131 Elementary Computer

Programming ENGR 145* Chemistry of Materials ENGR 200* Statics and Strength of

Materials

English (ENGL) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities) NOTE: Students interested in additional, individual writing support should consider ENGL 180. ENGL 155 Introduction to Rhetoric and

Public Speaking ENGL 180 Writing Tutorial ENGL 181 Reading Tutorial ENGL 200* Literature in English ENGL 203* Introduction to Creative Writing ENGL 204* Introduction to Journalism ENGL 214* Introduction to Poetry Writing ENGL 257A The Novel Also cross-listed as WLIT 290. ENGL 367 Introduction to Film Environmental Studies (ESTD) ESTD 101 Introduction to Environmental

Thinking Offered Spring only. ESTD 202 Global Environmental

Problems Also cross-listed as EEPS 202 Ethnic Studies (ETHS) ETHS 251A Oral Performances and Ethnic

Identities ETHS 253B Introduction to Latin American History Also cross-listed as HSTY 136. First Seminar (FSCC, FSNA, FSSO, FSSY) You will receive information about selection of First Seminar courses after you have registered for fall semester. French (FRCH) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities) FRCH 101 Elementary French I FRCH 102* Elementary French II FRCH 201* Intermediate French I FRCH 202* Intermediate French II FRCH 310* Advanced Composition and

Reading Offered Fall only. FRCH 311* Advanced Conversation I FRCH 315* Business French

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German (GRMN) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities)

GRMN 101 Elementary German I GRMN 102* Elementary German II GRMN 201* Intermediate German I GRMN 202* Intermediate German II Greek (GREK) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities)

GREK 101 Elementary Greek I Offered Fall only. GREK 102* Elementary Greek II Offered Spring only. GREK 201* Greek Prose Authors Offered Fall only. GREK 202* Introduction to Greek Poetry

Hebrew (HBRW) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities)

HBRW 101 Elementary Modern Hebrew I Offered Fall only. HBRW 102* Elementary Modern Hebrew II Offered Spring only. HBRW 201* Intermediate Modern Hebrew I Offered Fall only. HBRW 202* Intermediate Modern Hebrew II Offered Spring only. History (HSTY) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities)

HSTY 112 Introduction to American

History HSTY 113 Introduction to Modern World

History HSTY 117 Exploring American History

Through Biography Also cross-listed as AMST 117 HSTY 136 Introduction to Latin American

History Also cross-listed as ETHS

253B. HSTY 204 Introduction to the Nonprofit

Sector Offered Fall only. HSTY 211 The Medieval World, 300-1500 HSTY 215 Europe in the 20th Century HSTY 231 Greek Civilization Also cross-listed as CLSC 231 HSTY 250 Issues and Methods in History HSTY 280 History of Modern Mexico Also offered as ETHS 280 HSTY 292 Energy and Environment in

American History 1750-2010

Italian (ITAL) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities)

ITAL 101 Elementary Italian I Offered Fall only. ITAL 102* Elementary Italian II Offered Spring only. ITAL 201* Review and Progress in Italian Offered Fall only. ITAL 202* Read & Discuss Italian Texts Offered Spring only. ITAL 311* Conversations in Italian

Not available to first-year students in Fall 2011.

Japanese (JAPN) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities)

JAPN 101 Elementary Japanese I Offered Fall only. JAPN 102* Elementary Japanese II Offered Spring only. JAPN 201* Intermediate Japanese I Offered Fall only. JAPN 202* Intermediate Japanese II Offered Spring only. JAPN 245 Classical Japanese Literature

in Translation Also cross-listed as WLIT 245. JAPN 301* Advanced Japanese I Offered Fall only. JAPN 302* Advanced Japanese II Offered Spring only. Judaic Studies (JDST)

JDST 233 Introduction to Jewish Folklore

Also cross listed as RLGN 233 and ANTH 233

Latin (LATN) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities) LATN 101 Elementary Latin I Offered Fall only. LATN 102* Elementary Latin II Offered Spring only. LATN 201* Latin Prose Authors Offered Fall only. LATN 202* Vergil Offered Spring only.

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Macromolecular/Polymer Science (EMAC)

EMAC 125* Freshman Research in Polymers Students must have AP, IB or transfer credit for CHEM 105/106 or CHEM 111. Graded P/NP. For more information contact Professor Schiraldi at [email protected].

Materials Science and Engineering (EMSE)

EMSE 125* Freshman Research in Material Science and Engineering

Limited to first-year students. Instructor permission required. For more information, contact Professor Lewandowski at (216) 368-4234.

Mathematics (MATH) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Naturals and Mathematical Sciences/Quantitative Reasoning)

PLEASE NOTE: 1. Registration for mathematics courses is based

upon credit earned through AP, IB or transfer credit and the score on the CWRU Math Diagnostic. The math diagnostic assesses preparation and skill levels in pre-calculus material.

2. Students who have taken a calculus course

while in high school may take the Mathematics Proficiency examination during New Student Orientation unless they receive credit as a result of transfer credit or an appropriate score on one of the Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate Examinations in calculus. Students, who pass the proficiency examination for MATH 121 or MATH 122, or both, may enroll in a more advanced course during the first week of classes.

MATH 120 Elementary Functions and

Analytic Geometry MATH 121* Calculus for Science and

Engineering I MATH 122* Calculus for Science and

Engineering II MATH 124* Calculus II Offered Fall only. Enrollment by invitation only. MATH 125* Mathematics and Calculus

Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences I

MATH 126* Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences II

MATH 201* Introduction to Linear Algebra MATH 223* Calculus for Science and

Engineering III MATH 224* Elementary Differential

Equations MATH 227* Calculus III Enrollment by invitation only. MATH 228* Differential Equations Offered Spring only. MATH 303* Elementary Number Theory MATH 304* Discrete Mathematics Also cross-listed as EECS 302. MATH 305* Introduction to Advanced

Mathematics MATH 307* Introduction to Abstract

Algebra I Mechanical Engineering (EMAE)

EMAE 160 Mechanical Manufacturing EMAE 250* Computers in Mechanical

Engineering Music – Applied Music (MUAP)

MUAP 121* Principal Performance Area I

Limited to Music and Music Education majors.

MUAP 122* Principal Performance Area II Limited to Music and Music Education majors.

MUAP 131 Secondary Performance Area I MUAP 132 Secondary Performance Area

II Music – Dalcroze/ Eurhythmics (MUDE) MUDE 101* Eurhythmics I MUDE 102* Eurhythmics II Music – Ensembles (MUEN) The following ensembles are open to all University students who may elect two credits per semester or to participate without credit. Students desiring to participate must obtain consent of director after audition and may add the course during the first week of classes. There is no fee for participation in any organization except in the case of a part-time student enrolled for credit. Learn more about ensembles at http://music.case.edu/ensembles/ MUEN 324* Case Percussion Ensemble

(Audition required) MUEN 356* University Circle Wind

Ensemble (Audition required)

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MUEN 358* String/Piano Chamber Music (Audition required)

MUEN 365* Case Chamber Music (Audition required) MUEN 373* Jazz Ensemble I

(Audition required) MUEN 374* Jazz Ensemble II (Audition required) MUEN 382* Case Concert Choir (Audition required) MUEN 383* Symphonic Winds (Audition required) MUEN 384 Spartan Marching Band MUEN 385* Case/University Circle

Orchestra (Audition required)

MUEN 386* Case Camerata Chamber Orchestra (Audition required)

MUEN 387* University Singer (Audition required) MUEN 389* Keyboard Ensembles Music-Piano Majors only. MUEN 393* Baroque Chamber Ensembles (Audition required) MUEN 394* Baroque Dance Ensembles (Audition required) MUEN 395* Collegium Musicum

(Audition required) MUEN 396* Early Music Singers

(Audition required) MUEN 397* Baroque Orchestra

(Audition required) Music – General (MUGN) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities) MUGN 201 Introduction to Music: The

Listening Experience I MUGN 202* Introduction to Music: The

Listening Experience II Music – History (MUHI) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities) MUHI 301* History of Western Music I MUHI 302* History of Western Music II MUHI 303* History of Western Music III Music – Theory (MUTH) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities)

MUTH 003 Pre-Conservatory Theory

Credit not applicable toward fulfillment of degree requirements in Music major. Permit required.

MUTH 101* Harmony - Keyboard I Open only to Music majors. Taken concurrently with MUTH 105.

MUTH 102* Harmony - Keyboard II Open only to Music majors. Taken concurrently with MUTH 106.

MUTH 103 Theory I Not open to Music majors. MUTH 104* Theory II Not open to Music majors. MUTH 105* Sightsinging – Eartraining I Open only to Music majors. MUTH 106* Sightsinging – Eartraining II Open only to Music majors. MUTH 107* Theory for Music Majors I Offered Fall only. MUTH 108* Theory for Music Majors II Offered Spring only. Nutrition (NTRN) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Natural and Mathematical Sciences) NTRN 201 Nutrition NTRN 328 Child Nutrition, Development,

and Health Operations Research (OPRE) OPRE 207 Statistics for Business and

Management Science I Philosophy (PHIL) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities)

PHIL 101 Introduction to Philosophy PHIL 201 Introduction to Logic Offered Fall only. Physics (PHYS) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Natural and Mathematical Sciences) PHYS 115* Introductory Physics I Offered Fall only. PHYS 116* Introductory Physics II Offered Spring only. PHYS 121* General Physics I – Mechanics PHYS 122* General Physics II - Electricity

and Magnetism PHYS 123* Physics and Frontiers I Enrollment by invitation only.

Offered Fall only. PHYS 124* Physics and Frontiers II Offered Spring only. PHYS 166* Physics Today and Tomorrow

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Political Science (POSC) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Social Sciences)

POSC 109 The American Political System POSC 260 Introduction to Comparative

Politics POSC 272 Introduction to International

Relations POSC 310 The Legislative Process POSC 325 American Constitutional Law POSC 334 Violence and the Political

System POSC 343 Public Opinion and American

Democracy POSC 370D The Politics of China POSC 370F Financial Politics in the United

States and the World POSC 376 United States Foreign Policy POSC 379 Middle East: Politics,

Economics, and American Policy

POSC 381 City as Classroom Portuguese (PORT) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities) PORT 101 Elementary Portuguese I Offered Fall only. PORT 102* Elementary Portuguese II Offered Spring only. Psychology (PSCL) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Social Sciences)

PSCL 101 General Psychology PSCL 230 Child Psychology PSCL 282 Quantitative Methods in

Psychology Not available for credit to students who have completed STAT 201 or ANTH 319.

PSCL 300-level Students with PSCL 101 credit may explore 300-level PSCL courses.

Religious Studies (RLGN) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities)

RLGN 102 Introduction to the Study of

Religion RLGN 206 Religion and Ecology RLGN 218 Islam: Faith and Politics RLGN 232 DESI: Diaspora, Ethnicity,

Southasia(n), Interrogate RLGN 233 Introduction to Jewish Folklore

Also cross listed as JDST 233 and ANTH 233

Russian (RUSN) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities)

RUSN 101 Elementary Russian I Offered Fall only. RUSN 102* Elementary Russian II Offered Spring only. RUSN 201* Intermediate Russian I Offered Fall only. RUSN 202* Intermediate Russian II Offered Spring only. RUSN 311* Advanced Conversation Offered Fall only. Sociology (SOCI) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Social Sciences)

SOCI 101 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 113 Critical Problems in Modern

Society SOCI 204 Criminology Offered Fall only. SOCI 208 Dating, Marriage, and Family Spanish (SPAN) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities) SPAN 101 Elementary Spanish I SPAN 102* Elementary Spanish II SPAN 201* Intermediate Spanish I SPAN 202* Intermediate Spanish II SPAN 311* Advanced Spanish

Conversation SPAN 312* Business Spanish SPAN 313* Spanish for Health

Professionals SPAN 315* Latin American Cultural

Conflicts SPAN 320* Introduction to Readings in

Spanish Literature Offered Fall only. Statistics (STAT) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Naturals and Mathematical Sciences/Quantitative Reasoning) STAT 201 Basic Statistics for the Social

and Life Sciences I Not available for credit to those

who have completed ANTH 319 or PSCL 282.

STAT 243* Statistics and Application I Offered Fall only. STAT 244* Statistics and Application II Offered Spring only.

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Theater (THTR) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities)

Auditions for Theater productions will be held at the beginning of fall semester. Questions regarding preparation for auditions should be directed to the Theater Department at (216) 368-4868. Learn more at http://theater.case.edu/spotlight/ THTR 100 Introduction to Performance THTR 101* Acting I: Fundamentals of Acting Offered Fall only. THTR 102 Acting II: Exploration of Craft Offered Spring only. THTR 105 Introduction to Stagecraft THTR 111 Introduction to Design THTR 223 Introduction to Scenic Design Offered Fall only. THTR 224 Introduction to Lighting Design Offered Spring only. Women’s & Gender Studies (WGST) WGST 201 Introduction to Gender Studies Offered Spring only. World Literature (WLIT) (SAGES General Education/CORE Requirement Category = Arts/Humanities) WLIT 203 Gods and Heroes in Greek

Literature Also cross-listed as CLSC 203 WLIT 211 World Literature I WLIT 220 Art & Literature in the Classical

Tradition, Pt 1: Renaissance and Baroque

Also cross-listed as CLSC 220 WLIT 245 Classical Japanese Literature

in Translation Also cross-listed as JAPN 245. WLIT 368C Topics in Film: Great Directors Also cross-listed as ENGL

368C.

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University Physical Education Requirement & Varsity Athletics Two semesters of Physical Education are required for graduation. This is a non-credit University requirement. Each student may select the particular activities s/he wishes from the selections listed below. Full semester courses have 100-level numbers (e.g. PHED 130 – Wellness). Activities with numbers below 100 are half semester activities (e.g. PHED 10A - Cardio Games). Activities offered during the first half of the semester have an (A) after the number; activities offered during the second half of the semester have a (B) after the number. Varsity athletes should register for the varsity sport course that corresponds to their sport [Spartan Marching Band, if taken for 0 credit hours, may be used to fulfill the physical education requirement]. Activity-appropriate clothes should be worn to class. Plan to include such items in your wardrobe. Try to include at least one full semester activity or two half-semester activities in your fall schedule. Selection of your academic courses should be completed first. Most activities are offered at a variety of times and days. Varsity Athletics Students interested in participating in varsity athletics should communicate with a member of the coaching staff prior to registration. Contact information for coaches can be found on the specific team page at http://athletics.case.edu/landing/index . Students participating in varsity athletics may use one year of varsity activity to fulfill one semester of the physical education requirement per year. All varsity sports teams meet Monday through Friday, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. and/or as arranged. PHED 170 Varsity Baseball (Spring) PHED 171 Varsity Basketball (Men) PHED 172 Varsity Basketball (Women) PHED 174 Varsity Cross Country (Men) PHED 175 Varsity Cross Country (Women) PHED 178 Varsity Football PHED 180 Varsity Soccer (Men) PHED 181 Varsity Soccer (Women) PHED 182 Varsity Swimming (Men) PHED 183 Varsity Swimming (Women) PHED 184 Varsity Tennis (Men) (Spring) PHED 185 Varsity Tennis (Women) (Spring) PHED 186 Varsity Track & Field (Men) (Spring) PHED 187 Varsity Track & Field (Women)

(Spring) PHED 188 Varsity Volleyball PHED 189 Varsity Wrestling PHED 190 Varsity Softball (Spring)

Music and Music Education Majors MUEN 384 Spartan Marching Band (Optional)

*If taken, must be taken for 0 credit hours to count toward University Physical Education Requirement. Students do not have to be Music or Music Education majors.

MUDE 101 Eurhythmics *Two semesters required for Music and Music Education majors.

Nursing Majors NURS 277 BCLS and First Aid for Health Care Providers Full Semester Activities PHED 108 Fencing – All Levels PHED 130 Wellness PHED 131 Personal Fitness First Half Semester (A) Activities (August 27 – October 19, 2012) PHED 10A Cardio Games PHED 12A Badminton PHED 21A Hatha Yoga PHED 22A Intermediate Hatha Yoga PHED 26A Racquetball PHED 27A Indoor Group Cycling PHED 29A Swimming Beginning/Intermediate PHED 30A Swimming – Endurance PHED 31A Tennis PHED 34A Weight Training PHED 44A Core Yoga PHED 50A Personal Safety Awareness PHED 55A Cardio-Fitness PHED 60A CPR/First Aid Second Half Semester (B) Activities (October 24 – December 7, 2012) PHED 10B Cardio Games PHED 12B Badminton PHED 13B Rock Wall Climbing (Fee = $20.00) PHED 14B Indoor Rowing PHED 21B Hatha Yoga PHED 22B Intermediate Hatha Yoga PHED 24B Jogging PHED 25B Power Volleyball PHED 26B Racquetball PHED 27B Indoor Group Cycling PHED 28B Squash PHED 31B Tennis PHED 34B Weight Training PHED 40B Basketball PHED 42B Indoor Soccer PHED 44B Core Yoga PHED 55B Cardio-Fitness PHED 60A CPR/First Aid

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Ordering, Purchasing, and Obtaining Your College Textbooks

One of the most important tasks you need to accomplish in order to ensure a successful first semester is to secure your textbooks and other assigned readings. Although most professors will not expect you to have completed any reading assignments for the first day of class, it is important that you acquire the required texts for a course during the first week of classes as course lectures and discussions may focus on assigned readings as early as the second meeting of the class. You should have all of your textbooks by the end of the first week of classes. Considerations When Ordering and Purchasing Books

There are numerous sources from which you may be able to obtain required course readings that provide you the opportunity to compare prices, delivery methods, and refund and resale options. However, no one source for purchasing books will necessarily meet all of your needs and preferences. Issues you will want to consider when it comes time to purchase your books include:

• From where do you want to obtain your textbooks? What are the differences in cost among available options?

• If shipping is involved, how long will it take? Will you have them for the first week of classes? • Do you want to buy new or used books? Does the condition of the book matter to you (e.g., writing in the

margins, underlining text, highlighting sections)? • What is the availability of the book? Is there a risk the supplier will not have enough copies to meet demand,

which could result in you not being able to obtain the book on time? • Do you anticipate keeping the book after the class or do you want to sell it? What if you change your mind? • What is the refund policy for returned books that are not used (e.g., you drop a class during the second

week of the semester and never use the book)? • If you decide to rent your books, rather than buy them, does the rental period match your need for the book? • Are you allowed to write notes in the book or highlight sections of it? • What media formats are available (e.g., e-book, Kindle, iPad, etc.)? • Does the distributor have the correct edition of the book?

Case Western Reserve University Bookstore

The CWRU Barnes and Noble Bookstore is located on campus at 11451 Euclid Ave. The bookstore opened in Spring 2012 and has all the supplies necessary to prepare you for your first semester at CWRU. The CWRU textbook section in the bookstore is located on the second floor. You can also visit the store on-line at www.case.bncollege.com. As a Barnes & Noble College Bookstore, you can use B&N gift cards to purchase your textbooks on-line or in the store. The primary advantage to using the CWRU Bookstore is that no shipping is involved; you can simply pickup your textbooks when you arrive on campus. The bookstore works directly with your professors to make sure they have the correct copies and editions of the books assigned for their classes. Purchasing options at the CWRU Bookstore include:

1. New Textbooks can be a good investment. Further, you can potentially get money back if you sell your book back to the bookstore at the end of the term.

2. Used Textbooks can save you up to 25% compared to new books. The bookstore has a large selection of used books that are still in good condition, but they tend to run out quickly. These books can also be sold back for cash at the end of the term. Plus, buying used books is friendly to the environment.

3. Digital Textbooks are available in some instances. These books are the same ones you see on the shelves, just in a different format. It’s a great option for those who want to lighten the load of their backpacks, who want to save money, or who want to decrease their impact on the environment.

4. Renting Textbooks can save you over 50% compared to new books. If shopping in the store, just look for books with a “Rent Me” sticker on them. Students can pay for rental books with cash, credit card, Barnes & Noble gift cards, or Case Cash; however, a credit card will need to be on file to ensure you return the textbook. Rented books can be marked up with notes and highlighted. Students must be 18 years of age to rent textbooks.

To order books from the CWRU Bookstore online, there are several options available to you. One option is

through SIS. Once you register for your classes through SIS, click the Order My Books link found at the bottom of the My Class Schedule page. This link will take you to the bookstore’s website, where you can see the list of books you need for each class. The other option is to go directly to the bookstore’s website at www.case.bncollege.com. Once on the site, it will ask you to make your course list. After you have entered all of your courses, hit “View Textbook List.” The list will tell you what books are required, recommended or optional for each class. When you are finished selecting which textbooks you would like to buy new, buy used (if available), buy digital (if available), or rent, add your selected items into your shopping cart. Review your items and when you’re ready to submit the order, you can choose to have them delivered to you by UPS or choose “in store pickup” and pick them up at the Bookstore when you arrive on campus

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When to Buy Your Textbooks Many students worry about when they should purchase their textbooks, especially if they are not certain they

want to keep all of the courses for which they registered at CWRU. While there is no expectation that students purchase their books prior to the first day of class, you may want to consider doing so if you want to begin reviewing materials or get a jump on your reading before classes start, or to guarantee that you will have the books you need at the beginning of the semester.

If you decide to purchase your textbooks before the semester begins, keep the return policies in mind in case

you decide to change a course or your entire schedule during the semester’s Drop/Add Period (the first two weeks of the semester). If you purchase your books from the CWRU Bookstore, you may return them in their original purchase condition and with a receipt within the first week of classes for a full refund. If you drop a class, you can still get a full refund during the second week of classes if you return the books in their original purchase condition with a receipt and proof of the course drop. If you purchase your books through other sources, be sure to check their refund policy.

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Advanced Placement (AP) Course Equivalencies 2012 – 2013*

Except as noted, Advanced Placement credit may be used to replace specific courses for purposes of General Education/Core curriculum, major, or minor requirements. Credit and exemption will be given only for AP examinations taken prior to matriculation. Credit will be posted on a student’s record during the first semester of enrollment. If, after matriculation at Case, a student completes a course for which s/he received credit/exemption on the basis of AP, the AP credit/exemption for that course will be forfeited and will not count towards graduation requirements. In preparation for course registration, please make arrangements for all AP score reports to be sent to the Office of Undergraduate Studies at Case Western Reserve University. Make sure to review this item on the New Student Checklist to ensure that your scores have been received. Generally, AP scores are available in early July. Scores for students who selected CWRU as a recipient will be sent directly from the College Board to CWRU as soon as they are available. *The policies regarding the awarding of credit for Advanced Placement Examinations of The College Board are reviewed annually by departments and are subject to change.

Subject/Exam Score Credit Earned Case Equivalent/Exempt Placement/Comment

ART HISTORY 4 or 5 6 hours ARTH 101, 102 ART STUDIO Drawing Portfolio

4 or 5 3 hours ARTS 106 or ARTS 216* * Final credit awarded to be determined after individual portfolio review by Art Studio Program Director.

2-D Design Portfolio

4 or 5 3 hours ARTS 101 or ARTS 216* * Final credit awarded to be determined after individual portfolio review by Art Studio Program Director.

3-D Design Portfolio

4 or 5 3 hours ARTS T100 or ARTS 201, 210 or 214* * Final credit awarded to be determined after individual portfolio review by Art Studio Program Director.

BIOLOGY 4 3 hours BIOL 114 5 3 hours BIOL T200 CHEMISTRY 4 or 5 8 hours CHEM 105, 106, 113

(Students pursuing an Engineering discipline will receive 8 credit hours of chemistry credit and will satisfy the CHEM 111 requirement, but must register for ENGR 145.)

Students who took AP and who plan to take organic chemistry may wish to accept partial credit (for CHEM 105 & 113) and enroll in CHEM 106 in the spring.

CHINESE 3 3 hours CHIN 201 CHIN 202 4 6 hours CHIN 201, 202 CHIN 301 5 9 hours CHIN 201, 202, 301 CHIN 302 COMPUTER SCIENCE Computer Science A

4 or 5 3 hours EECS 132 EECS 233 or 281

ECONOMICS Microeconomics 4 or 5 3 hours ECON 102 Macroeconomics 4 or 5 3 hours ECON 103 ENGLISH Language/Composition 4 or 5 3 hours ENGL 202 Literature/Composition 4 or 5 3 hours ENGL 200 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

4 or 5 3 hours EEPS 202

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Subject/Exam Score Credit

Earned Case Equivalent/Exempt Placement/Comment

FRENCH French Language 3 3 hours FRCH 201 FRCH 202 4 or 5 6 hours FRCH 201, 202 300-level FRCH French Literature 3 3 hours FRCH 201 FRCH 202 4 or 5 6 hours FRCH 202, FRCH T300 300-level FRCH GERMAN 3 3 hours GRMN 201 GRMN 202 4 or 5 6 hours GRMN 201, 202 300-level GRMN GOVERNMENT & POLITICS

American Government

4 or 5 3 hours POSC 109

Comparative Politics

4 or 5 3 hours POSC 260

HISTORY American History 4 or 5 3 hours HSTY 256 European History 4 or 5 3 hours HSTY 212 World History 4 or 5 3 hours HSTY T100* (HSTY elective) *Credit for this course is not applicable to

History major or minor. A maximum of six AP History semester hours can be awarded. HUMAN GEOGRAPHY 4 or 5 3 hours ANTH T100* (ANTH elective) *Credit for this course is not applicable to

Anthropology major or minor. ITALIAN 3 3 hours ITAL 201 ITAL 202 4 or 5 6 hours ITAL 201, 202 300-level ITAL JAPANESE 3 3 hours JAPN 201 JAPN 202 4 6 hours JAPN 201, 202 JAPN 301 5 9 hours JAPN 201, 202, 301 JAPN 302 LATIN Virgil 4 or 5 3 hours LATN 202 300-level LATN Latin Literature 4 or 5 3 hours LATN 201 300-level LATN MATHEMATICS Calculus AB 4 or 5 4 hours MATH 121/125 MATH 122/126 Calculus BC 3

with an AB subscore = 4 or 5

4 hours MATH 121/125

MATH 122/126

Calculus BC 4 or 5 8 hours MATH 121/125, 122/126 MATH 223 MUSIC Music Theory 4 or 5 3 hours MUTH 103* Music Listening/Literature

4 or 5 3 hours MUGN 201* *Credit for these courses not applicable to any music major program.

PHYSICS Physics B 4 or 5 4 hours PHYS 115 PHYS 116

Physics C-Mech* 4 or 5 4 hours PHYS 121* PHYS 122

Physics C-E & M* 4 or 5 3 hours PHYS T100** A maximum of seven AP Physics credit hours can be awarded. Students with a deep interest in or planning to major in physics should consider forfeiting their AP credit and taking PHYS 123. **PHYS T100 offers 3 hours of physics general transfer credit, but no CWRU course equivalency. Students who earned a 4 or 5 on their AP Physics exam but who had little or no high school physics laboratory experience should consult with the department about taking PHYS 113A to build their laboratory skills before moving on to PHYS 116 or 122. PSYCHOLOGY 4 or 5 3 hours PSCL 101 200/300-level PSCL course SPANISH Spanish Language 3 3 hours SPAN 201 SPAN 202 4 or 5 6 hours SPAN 201, 202 300-level SPAN Spanish Literature 3 3 hours SPAN 201 SPAN 202 4 or 5 6 hours SPAN 202, SPAN T300 300-level SPAN STATISTICS 5 3 hours STAT 201

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International Baccalaureate (IB) Course Equivalencies 2012 – 2013*

International Baccalaureate (IB) credit may be used to replace specific courses for purposes of SAGES General Education/Core curriculum, major, or minor requirements. Credit and exemption will be given only for IB examinations taken prior to matriculation. Case Western Reserve University offers course credit for scores of 5, 6 and 7 for most Higher Level (HL) examinations. Subsidiary Level (SL) is only accepted in the area of foreign language. Credit will be posted on a student’s record during the first semester of enrollment. If, after matriculation at CWRU, a student completes a course for which s/he received credit/exemption on the basis of IB, the IB credit/exemption for that course will be forfeited and will not count towards graduation requirements. In preparation for course registration, please make arrangements for all IB score reports to be made available to Case Western Reserve University. Examination results are usually available in early July and sent to CWRU electronically . If you have taken an examination that is not listed below, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Studies at (216) 368-2928. *The policies regarding the awarding of credit for International Baccalaureate Examinations are reviewed annually by departments and are subject to change.

Subject/Exam Score Credit Earned Case Equivalent/Exempt Placement/Comment

Biology HL 5, 6 or 7 3 hours BIOL T200 Chemistry HL 5, 6 or 7 8 hours CHEM 105, 106, 113 CHEM 223 Computer Science HL 5, 6 or 7 3 hours EECS 132 EECS 233 or 281 Dance HL 5, 6 or 7 3 hours DANC 121 DANC 122 Economics HL 5, 6 or 7 6 hours ECON 102, 103 200 or 300-level

Economics course English Language A HL 5, 6 or 7 3 hours WLIT 290 Foreign Language French B SL 6

SL 7 3 hours 6 hours

FRCH 201 FRCH 201, 202

FRCH 202 300-level FRCH

German B SL 6 SL 7 HL 6 HL 7

3 hours 6 hours 6 hours 9 hours

GRMN 201 GRMN 201, 202 GRMN 201, 202 GRMN 201, 202, GRMN T300

GRMN 202 300-level GRMN 300-level GRMN 300-level GRMN

Italian SL 6 SL 7 HL 6 HL 7

3 hours 6 hours 6 hours 9 hours

ITAL 201 ITAL 201, 202 ITAL 201, 202 ITAL 201, 202, ITAL T300

ITAL 202 300-level ITAL 300-level ITAL 300-level ITAL

Japanese SL 6 SL 7 HL 6 HL 7

3 hours 6 hours 6 hours 9 hours

JAPN 201 JAPN 201, 202 JAPN 201, 202 JAPN 201, 202, JAPN T300

JAPN 202 300-level JAPN 300-level JAPN 300-level JAPN

Spanish B SL 6 SL 7 HL 6 HL 7

3 hours 6 hours 6 hours 9 hours

SPAN 201 SPAN 201, 202 SPAN 201, 202 SPAN 201, 202, SPAN T300

SPAN 202 300-level SPAN 300-level SPAN 300-level SPAN

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Subject/Exam Score Credit Earned Case Equivalent/Exempt Placement/Comment

History of the Americas

HL 5, 6 or 7 3 hours HSTY T100* (HSTY elective)

*Credit for this course not applicable to History major or minor.

History of Europe HL 5, 6 or 7 3 hours HSTY 212 Mathematics HL 5,6 or 7 7 hours MATH 121 and MATH T100

(MATH elective) MATH 122/126

Music HL 5,6, or 7 6 hours MUTH 103* and MUGN 201* *Credit for these courses not applicable to any music major program.

Physics HL 5, 6 or 7 7 hours PHYS 121, PHYS T100* (PHYS elective)

PHYS 122

Students with a deep interest in or planning to major in physics should consider forfeiting their IB credit and taking PHYS 123. **PHYS T100 offers 3 hours of physics general transfer credit, but no CWRU course equivalency. Students who earned a 5, 6, or 7 on their IB Physics exam but who had little or no high school physics laboratory experience should consult with the department about taking PHYS 113A to build their laboratory skills before moving on to PHYS 116 or 122. Psychology HL 5, 6 or 7 3 hours PSCL 101 200 or 300-level

Psychology course Social and Cultural Anthropology

HL 5, 6 or 7 3 hours ANTH 102

Theatre Studies HL 5, 6 or 7 3 hours THTR 110 Visual Arts HL 6 or 7 3 hours ARTS 101

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Placement and Proficiency Examinations

Mathematics Placement Math placement at Case Western Reserve University is made on the basis of several indicators. First, Case Western Reserve University offers a math diagnostic that assesses preparation and skill levels in pre-calculus as a means of determining readiness for enrollment in calculus. The math diagnostic is available through the New Student Checklist at http://studentaffairs.case.edu/My/Orientation/ . Students must complete this hour-long placement test on-line by July 1. However, students majoring in Nursing are exempt from the math placement test and it will not appear as an item on their New Student Checklist. Students who do not have the math diagnostic as an option on their New Student Checklist but feel that they should take the diagnostic should contact and ask to be given access to the math placement. Students who meet certain criteria (earned at least 650 SAT or 28 ACT math scores) are exempt from the math diagnostic. Math placement may also be influenced by earned AP, IB, and transfer credit. Students who have earned credit for MATH 121 or MATH 125 are also exempt from having to take the math placement. Information about AP and IB Equivalencies can be found on pages 55-58. Modern Language Placement Although there is no University language requirement, all students are encouraged to continue or to begin the study of a foreign language. Students wishing to participate in Study Abroad in a non-English-speaking country may want to enroll in foreign language study in their first year (see p. 40). Native speakers of languages other than English may not enroll in courses in their native language without special permission from Undergraduate Studies and the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures. Students should follow the guidelines listed below when developing their schedules this summer. Final placement in foreign language courses will be determined after placement testing during the orientation and/or during drop/add period. Students enrolling in Arabic, Chinese, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, or Russian should make their best guess at placement and then attend a class meeting to talk further with the professor about placement issues. Years of Study in High

School Equivalent College

Level Language Course 0 years experience 101 – level 1 – 2 years of experience 102 – level 2 – 3 years of experience 201 – level 3 – 4 years of experience 202 – level

Students who have studied French, German, or Spanish and want to continue in the language must take the Web CAPE language placement exam, a computerized placement exam. The CAPE test, which usually requires 15-30 minutes, must be taken prior to registration for fall semester. The placement test is accessed through the New Student Checklist: http://studentaffairs.case.edu/My/Orientation/ Writing Sample All students must complete the online writing sample provided on the New Student Checklist at http://studentaffairs.case.edu/My/Orientation/ by July 1st. Further instructions on completing this task are provided on the New Student Checklist. The writing sample is an important part of your First Seminar placement and will be provided to your First Seminar professor so that s/he has a sense of your reading and composition skills. This writing sample will not be graded, nor will it earn you Case Western Reserve University credit, or appear on your official transcript. However, the writing sample will be used to determine if, and what type of, additional writing support you might need. You do not need to prepare for this writing sample.

Proficiency Examinations for Case Western

Reserve University Course Credit

Proficiency examinations allow students to receive credit for a Case Western Reserve University course by passing an examination for that course. These examinations are optional, and are intended for first-year students of high ability who have taken advanced work in high school (beyond the normal high school level) or who have studied a subject independently, but who may not have had the opportunity to take AP or IB exams, or did not earn transfer credit for a course. For students passing proficiency exams, credit will be indicated on the transcript by the symbols PR. No letter grade is given and proficiency credit does not count toward the GPA. Chemistry Proficiency Examinations Wednesday, August 22, 1:00 p.m –3:00 p.m., Clapp 201 This exam is recommended for students who have had two or more years of chemistry in high school but did not take the AP Examination or IB Examination in Chemistry. Examinations will be given for CHEM 105, CHEM 106, and CHEM 111. Students who wish to take a proficiency examination in chemistry must register by email ([email protected]), at least 24-hours in advance with Professor Mike Kenney.

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Computer Science Proficiency Examination Wednesday, August 22, 2012, 10:30 a.m. –12:30 p.m. Olin 313 An examination will be given for ENGR 131 and EECS 132. Students may choose to take one or the other. The ENGR 131 exam is recommended for students who are familiar with elementary computer programming (any language) and who have not received transfer credit for ENGR 131 or EECS 132, or AP/IB credit for EECS 132. ENGR 131 is required of all engineering students (except Computer Science and Computer Engineering) and some other majors (e.g., Physics). The EECS 132 exam is recommended for students who are familiar with computer programming in Java and with object-oriented programming, including advanced topics (e.g., templates). EECS 132 is required for Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Systems Biology majors. Students who wish to take either of the exams must register at least 48-hours in advance by contacting Prof. Chris Fietkiewicz ([email protected]). More details on the courses and the proficiency exams appear at http://eecs.case.edu/introcomputing Mathematics Proficiency Examinations Friday, August 24, 2012, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Yost 300 This exam is recommended for students who have had calculus in high school but did not take the AP or IB Examinations, or students who took college-level calculus courses but did not earn transfer credit. Examinations will be given for MATH 121, MATH 122, MATH 223, and MATH 224. Students who wish to take a proficiency examination in mathematics must register by email ([email protected]), at least 24-hours in advance with Professor Christopher Butler.

Physics Proficiency Examinations Thursday, August 23, 2012, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Rockefeller 301 This exam is recommended for students who have studied college level physics in high school but did not receive AP,IB, or transfer credit. Examinations will be given for PHYS 115, 116, 121, 122, and 221. Students who wish to take a proficiency examination in physics must register by email ([email protected]), at least 24-hours in advance with Professor Gary Chottiner. The physics proficiency exams are similar to the final exams given in each course; problems are modeled on those of past final exams and on homework problems from texts used in these courses. To receive proficiency credit, performance on the exam must be equivalent to or better than a high C grade in the course (in the neighborhood of 70%). A description of the material covered by each exam, a sample exam for each course offered, as well as additional issues to consider regarding the proficiency exams are provided on the department website: http://www.phys.cwru.edu/undergrad/Proficiency%20Exams/ Students passing the PHYS 116 or PHYS 122 proficiency exam will need to make arrangements to complete the lab portion of the physics course. Detailed options are described on the Physics website listed above.

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Financial Information Tuition Bills Case Western Reserve University provides all students with a full e-commerce solution that allows students and authorized users to view tuition bills and make payments to the account on-line. You will not receive a paper bill in the mail. A billing notification email will be sent to the student’s Case Western Reserve e-mail address. This message will alert you to the fact that you have new billing information. You will log in to the Student Information System (SIS), look under the finance section, and click on the view/pay bill link to view your bill. The first bill for the fall semester will be released during the week of July 23, 2012. We bill on a monthly basis as long as there is an unpaid balance. The fall tuition is due in full on October 5, 2012 and the spring tuition is due in full on March 8, 2013. Accounts that remain unpaid after the due date are subject to late fees and penalties. The URL to access SIS is www.case.edu/erp/sis . If your parents and/or legal guardian will be making payment on your behalf, you must enable that person to access your tuition account by making them an Authorized User. Log in to SIS and click on the authorized user link that you will find in the personal information section of SIS. Follow the prompts for the successful creation of the Authorized User’s ID and password. Case Western Reserve’s health insurance fee is automatically charged on a semester basis to students registered for one or more credit hours. If the student has health coverage comparable to the university’s plan, the student is eligible to waive the university’s insurance. Students may waive the fee in SIS, under the academics section by clicking the yellow waive button. The deadline to waive the health insurance is September 7, 2012 for fall and January 25, 2013 for the spring semester. Charges for 2012– 2013 are: Semester Year Tuition ($1,672 per credit hour for part-time course work)

$20,060 $40,120

Matriculation Fee $465 (one-time fee) Medical Plan Coverage ** $775 $1,550 Student Activities Fee $160 $320 Regional Transit Authority $25 $50 Additional fees for Nursing Majors $592.50 Additional charges for students living in the residence halls are: Semester Year Room Based on Standard Double Occupancy* $3,570 $7,140 Board Based on 19 meal plan* $2,648 $5,296

Case OneCard information can be found at http://www.caseonecard.com/BbOne/CWRUCard/home.htm

Late fees charged when appropriate: Late Registration Fee – begins August 28, 2012, and January 15, 2013

$25

Late Payment Fee – begins October 19, 2012 and March 22

1.5% of the outstanding amount due paid per month

*Please visit the Bursar’s Office website for a full listing of fees as well as payment options: http://www.case.edu/finadmin/controller/bursar.htm . If you need to contact us by phone our number is 216-368-2226 or by email at [email protected] .

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Financial Aid Awards All first-year students who have applied for financial aid should have received notification of their eligibility and, if applicable, a financial aid award via US Mail sent to their home address. Subsequent revisions are viewable on-line at financialaid.case.edu under “My Financial Aid -> Awards by Term.” An e-mail is sent to the student with a link to the on-line award whenever a revision is made. All students must accept the award for the funds to disburse. On-line acceptance is available at financialaid.case.edu under “My Financial Aid->Accept Your Awards.” If you have applied for financial aid, but have not received notice, please call or e-mail the Financial Aid Office at (216) 368-4530 or [email protected]. Scholarships, grants, and loans are credited against tuition and other direct charges at the beginning of each semester in equal installments upon acceptance of the award. Notification of any outside scholarships or grants must be submitted to the Office of University Financial Aid Office upon notification of the receipt of the award. Information on the application process for student and parent loans is mailed early in the summer to students’ home addresses. Students and parents must complete additional documents to borrow Federal and private loans. Students receiving Federal College Work Study and/or Federal Direct Loans as part of their financial aid package must attend an informational workshop scheduled during the New Student Orientation. The Office of Student Employment is located in Room 412 Yost Hall and is always available to assist students with the job search or other employment-related concerns. All first-year students with Federal Work Study awards listed as part of their financial aid package will receive the CWRU Student Employment Application and tax withholding forms via US Mail prior to New Student Orientation. A Federal Work Study Job Fair is held at the beginning of the fall semester to assist students with a Federal Work Study award in finding employment. At the conclusion of the Job Fair, all available jobs will be viewable to all students at the Job Opportunity Bulletin Board System for Students (jobbss.case.edu).

PLEASE NOTE: A FINAL HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT CERTIFYING GRADUATION MUST BE ON FILE IN UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS BEFORE FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID CAN BE RELEASED TO RECIPIENTS. ANY STUDENT FOR WHOM SUCH DOCUMENTATION HAS NOT BEEN RECEIVED BY SEPTEMBER 1st WILL RECEIVE A REMINDER AND A FORM TO SUBMIT TO HIS/HER HIGH SCHOOL.

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Academic Standing Policy Good Academic Standing and Academic Probation Academic standing comprises two elements: credit hours earned at CWRU and grade point average (GPA). To maintain good academic standing at the end of the first semester of full-time enrollment (enrollment in at least 12 credit hours at the end of the Drop/Add period), first-year students must earn at least 9 credit hours with a 2.000 GPA. In all subsequent semesters, students must earn at least 12 credit hours with a 2.000 GPA. Students who do not meet the minimum requirements for good academic standing will be placed on academic probation at the end of the semester. While on academic probation students may NOT: 1. Take classes as a transient student at another

institution unless given dean’s permission in advance.

2. Represent the university in intercollegiate activities.

3. Hold an elective or appointive office or committee chair position in any campus organization.

Academic Separation Students on academic probation who fail to return to good standing at the end of the subsequent semester are eligible for separation for at least two academic sessions, including the summer session. First semester, first-year students who earn fewer than 9 credit hours AND less than a 1.000 GPA will be eligible for academic separation without first being placed on academic probation. Beyond the first semester, a student is eligible for separation without a semester of probation for either of the following reasons: 1. The student’s semester grade point average is

less than 1.000; OR 2. The student has not earned at least 9 credit

hours in that semester. Students who are eligible for academic separation will be asked to prepare a statement explaining the difficulties that interfered with their ability to earn a satisfactory academic record. The Academic Standing Board will decide to separate the student, or to place the student on academic probation or continued academic probation, based upon a review of the student’s statement and academic record. A student who is academically separated can be considered for re-enrollment after the period of separation by petition to the Office of Undergraduate Studies. Ineligible To Register Students will be declared "ineligible to register" when they have Incomplete grades which if averaged

as F make them eligible for academic separation. Such students will be required to finish the incomplete courses with grades that justify their retention before they will be permitted to enroll in the subsequent term. Students Who Were Previously Separated A student who has been readmitted from academic separation will be held to the same academic standards as outlined above (e.g. a full‐ time student who earns fewer than 12 credit hours with a GPA between 1.000 and 2.000 will be placed on academic probation). A second academic separation under the above standards will ordinarily be permanent. Part-Time Students A student who registers for a part‐ time semester will be in good academic standing if he or she earns a semester GPA of at least 2.000. A student who fails to meet this GPA standard will be placed on academic probation. Part‐ time students are not eligible for academic separation without already being on academic probation, but become eligible for academic separation if they fail to earn good academic standing for two consecutive semesters. A full‐ time student placed on probation who subsequently enrolls as a part-time student will not be reviewed for further academic action until she or he has completed sufficient semesters to total at least 12 attempted credit hours. At that time, the student will be reviewed on the basis of a composite of those semesters. Similarly, a student who goes on academic probation as a part‐ time student will not be reviewed for further academic action until she or he has completed sufficient semesters to total at least the number of credit‐ hours attempted in the semester for which the student was placed on academic probation. At that time, the student will be reviewed on the basis of a composite of those semesters and will be expected to have earned at least the number of credit‐ hours attempted in the semester for which she or he was placed on academic probation. Summer Enrollment At CWRU Students will not be reviewed for academic action at the end of the summer term except in the following two situations: 1. A student on academic probation as of the end of

the spring semester will be returned to good academic standing at the end of the summer term if she or he has completed at least 6 credit hours at CWRU with a summer GPA of at least 2.000.

2. Nursing students who enroll for a full course load (at least 12 credit hours) that includes the capstone course during the summer term will be reviewed according to the standards of a regular fall or spring semester.

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Criteria for Scholarship Retention Full-Tuition (Andrew Squire, Albert W. Smith, and Alexander Treuhaft), University, Michelson-Morley STEM, and Bolton Scholarships The academic records of scholarship recipients are ordinarily reviewed at the end of each semester. To have a scholarship renewed for the following semester, the student must be in good academic and disciplinary standing. Evaluation of student records for scholarship renewal will take place at the end of each semester. In exceptional circumstances, the Academic Standing Board will continue a scholarship for a student whose achievement or whose attendance does not meet the standards outlined above. It is the student’s responsibility to write to the Academic Standing Board, c/o the Office of Undergraduate Studies, within 7 business days of the end of the exam period each semester to request special consideration for continuation of a scholarship. This appeal should inform the committee of any special circumstances which may have affected performance and/or attendance during the preceding academic year, provide any relevant documentation, and describe a plan for how academic performance will be improved in the future. Students who lose their scholarships because of unsatisfactory academic or disciplinary standing will have their scholarships automatically reinstated at the start of the next semester if they return to good standing. However, students lose a semester of scholarship eligibility for each semester that they fail to achieve good standing; that is, students will not receive these scholarships while on probation or during their first semester back from an academic separation, and the maximum number of semesters for which they can receive their scholarships will be reduced. Other Scholarships Awarded by Case Western Reserve University Recipients of scholarships other than the ones listed above should refer to their scholarship award letter for specific scholarship retention criteria. Duration A student who meets the standards for scholarship retention may receive scholarship assistance for no more than eight semesters of full-time undergraduate study (less any semesters lost due to falling out of good academic or disciplinary standing, as described above). The scholarship is awarded for full-time enrollment in regular (fall and spring) semesters. A scholarship recipient who does a complete withdrawal during a semester will have used up a semester of scholarship eligibility, but will be eligible to receive the scholarship again when he or she next enrolls, provided that his or her leave of absence

does not last more than one semester (as described below). If a scholarship recipient completes a bachelor’s degree in fewer than eight semesters of full-time study at Case Western Reserve University, the scholarship will be terminated upon completion of the degree. In the eighth semester (or in the final semester for a student completing the bachelor’s degree in fewer than eight semesters), a recipient may request permission for part-time enrollment with pro-rated scholarship support if completion of the degree does not require full-time enrollment in that final semester. Semesters spent participating in the Cooperative Education program or on a Leave of Absence are not counted against a student’s eight full-time semesters of scholarship eligibility. Leave of Absence Policy A scholarship recipient may take a one-semester leave of absence during the student’s undergraduate career and put his/her scholarship “on hold” for reactivation upon the student’s return to Case Western Reserve University. Requests for a one-semester leave of absence must be submitted in advance to the Office of Undergraduate Studies. Requests for leaves of absence longer than one semester must be submitted to the Academic Standing Board and will be reviewed on an individual basis. A scholarship is automatically terminated upon a student's transfer to another institution or upon permanent separation from the university.

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2012-13 Important Dates

Summer 2012 Highlights

Spring 2013 Registration and Drop/Add Begin

November 12

Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday - University Closed

January 21

Classes Begin January 14 Late Registration Fee ($25) Begins

January 15

Late Registration and Drop/Add Ends

January 25

Deadline Credit/Audit January 25 Mid-Term Grades Due March 11 Spring Break – No Classes March 11-15 Deadline for removal of previous term “I” grades

March 29

Open Registration for Summer Begins

April 1

Open Registration for Fall Begins

April 8

Pass/No Pass Ballots Due April 29 Class Withdrawal Deadline First Time, First Year Students

April 29

Last Day of Classes April 29 Reading Days April 30-May 1 Final Exams Begin May 2 Final Exams End May 9 Final Grades Due by 11:00 a.m.

May 11

University Commencement May 19

Fall 2012 Classes Begin August 27 Late Registration Fee($25) Begins

August 28

University Convocation August 29 Labor Day Holiday- University Closed

September 3

Late Registration and Drop/Add End

September 7

Deadline Credit/Audit September 7 Family Weekend September 27-29 Mid-Term Grades Due October 22 Fall Break - No Classes October 22-23 First-year Students Can Begin Major Declaration

November 1

Open Registration for Spring Begins

November 12

Thanksgiving Holiday November 22-23 Pass/No Pass Ballots Due

December 7

Last Day of Class December 7 Class Withdrawal Deadline First Time First- Year Students

December 7

Reading Days December 10,14 Final Exams Begin December 11 Final Exams End December 19 Holiday Recess December 19 Final Grades Due by 11:00 a.m.

December 21

Event Date Fall Semester Registration for Incoming First-Year Students July 12-17 Residence Hall Move-in for Students Attending International Student Orientation August 14-15 International Student Orientation August 16-18 Residence Hall Move-in for Students Attending Pre-Orientation Adventures August 16 Pre-Orientation Adventures August 17-19 Residence Hall Move-In for New Student Orientation August 19 New Student Orientation August 19-26 Parent Orientation August 19-20 Meet Your SAGES Advisor August 21 Individual Advising Appointments August 22-24 Computer Science Proficiency Examination August 22 Chemistry Proficiency Exam August 22 Physics Proficiency Exam August 23 Share the Vision/Common Reading Program August 24 Mathematics Proficiency Exam August 24 First-Year Student Drop/Add Assistance August 24 Think Sessions August 24

Summer 2013 Classes Begin June 3 Independence Day University Closed

July 4

Classes End July 29 Final Grades Due by 12:00 p.m.

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Campus Resources Unless otherwise noted, all phone numbers listed have a (216) area code. Access Services Crawford Hall 018 –368-2273 (CARD) http://www.case.edu/finadmin/security/access/access.htm Visit this office to get your official University identification card, the CaseOneCard. Access Services assists with lost, replacement and inoperative cards and also distributes keys on campus. Access Services is where students can pick up their parking passes. Students, faculty and staff can visit Access Services for discounted tickets (movie theaters, amusement parks, zoo, etc.). Alumni Relations Alumni House – 368-6280 http://www.case.edu/alumni/ The Alumni Association offers a number of exciting programs to future Case Western Reserve University alumni (a.k.a. students). These programs are offered to increase student involvement on campus and to enrich university traditions while preparing students for life as active Case Western Reserve University alumni. The Student Alumni Association provides opportunities for current students to interact and build relationships with alumni through various social and professional programs offered throughout the year. Athletics – See Physical Education and Athletics. Bookstore CWRU Barnes and Noble Bookstore, Euclid Ave. – 368-2650 http://case.bncollege.com In Spring 2012, CWRU opened a brand new Barnes and Noble Bookstore. It is located on Euclid Ave. right near the first-year residence halls! The bookstore provides Case Spirit Wear textbooks to purchase or rent, leisure reading, study supplies and other materials for the campus community. The new bookstore also has a full Starbucks Café inside. Bursar’s Office Yost Hall 115 – 800-280-2668 http://www.case.edu/finadmin/controller/bursar.htm The Bursar’s Office is happy to assist with questions regarding tuition and fees, student billing, payment options and due dates. CWRU utilizes an online billing system and allows students to give parents and other third parties access to their student account and bill. Visit the website above for more information. The Bursar’s Office includes Student Accounts Receivable,

Cashier, and Student Loan Services. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Career Center Sears Building 206 – 368-4446 http://studentaffairs.case.edu/careers/ The Career Center offers individualized assistance, programs and technologically advanced resources to educate students in the development of lifelong career management skills, the attainment of work experience and the integration of academic and career plans. Services include career counseling, self-assessment, resume reviews, interview preparation and mock interviews, workshops and career fairs, job and internship search assistance, and Career Peers. Center for Civic Engagement and Learning Thwing Student Center, Lower Level – 368-6960 http://studentaffairs.case.edu/civicengagement/ The mission of the Center for Civic Engagement and Learning (CCEL) is to promote, provide, and support learning opportunities for Case Western Reserve University students in the form of service that is beneficial to the community. As a campus-wide clearinghouse, it facilitates curricular, co-curricular, work-study, and national service opportunities for Case's undergraduate, graduate, and professional school students. Commuter Services Sears Building 470 – 368-5230 http://studentaffairs.case.edu/education/commuter/ The Office of Commuter Services is managed by Educational Services for Students. The Office of Commuter Services is committed to enhancing the university experience for all commuter students through advocacy, awareness, and services. These services include a commuter lounge (located in the basement of the Thwing Student Center), Commuter Assistants, the Commuter Club, and a range of activities in which to participate. Visit the website to view helpful information in the Commuter Guide. Computer Lab – See Nord Computer Lab and Plain Dealer Electronic Learning Center.

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Dining Services- [email protected] http://www.case.edu/finadmin/security/auxiliary/auxiliary.htm Changes to the meal plan, cost and other information can be found on the Dining Services website. CaseCash information can be found on the site as well. The website also allows students to browse the restaurants and stores, both on and off campus in the University Circle area, that accept CaseCash. Disability Resources Sears Building 470 – 368-5230 http://studentaffairs.case.edu/education/disability/ Disability Resources, a part of the Educational Services for Students, assists students with disabilities (temporary or permanent) so that they are fully able to participate in their classes, chosen programs and activities. Upon receipt of a Disability Disclosure Form and the accompanying documentation, the Disability Resources Coordinator will contact the student for an individual appointment to discuss his/her personal situation. Accommodations are individually determined based on student needs, the information within the documentation and the information from the individual interview. Educational Services for Students (ESS) Sears Building 470 – 368-5230 http://studentaffairs.case.edu/education/ Educational Services for Students (ESS) provides assistance for students wishing to enhance their educational experience through individual academic mentoring and tutoring. Services include seminars, peer tutoring, supplemental instruction (SI) sessions, and individual consultations. ESS is also the home for Disability Resources, Commuter Services and the Plain Dealer Electronic Learning Center, an open computer lab. Financial Aid, Office of Yost Hall 417A – 368-4530 http://finaid.case.edu/ The Office of Financial Aid works with each student to build an assistance package that will enable him or her to invest in higher education. The office will make every effort to assist the student to realize his or her educational goals and objectives within the framework of the University's available resources or those of other identifiable agencies and organizations. Walk-in appointments are allowed and encouraged to answer questions regarding financial aid, student loans, etc.

Flora Stone Mather Center for Women Thwing Student Center 309 – 368-0985 http://www.case.edu/provost/centerforwomen/index.html The Center for Women strives to improve the educational, professional, and social climate and to increase opportunities for women within the University and community through education, advocacy, and leadership. Services include programs and events, outreach, mentoring, WISER (Women in Science and Engineering Rountable) mentoring, and men’s programming. Greek Life Yost Hall 7 – 368-8523 http://studentaffairs.case.edu/greek/ The Office of Greek Life provides coordination and support for the 15 fraternities and 7 sororities recognized by the University. The staff of the Office of Greek Life provides programming, guidance and leadership development to the members of the Greek community. Health Services – See University Health Service. Housing and Residence Life Yost Hall 4 – 368-3780 http://studentaffairs.case.edu/living/ The Office of Housing and Residence Life strives to enhance, create and maintain diverse living and learning communities where students, staff and others maximize their personal and educational development through outstanding programs and services in safe and comfortable facilities. Residence Life staff provide programming, leadership development, and personal and academic support to students. Additional services include internet, cable, and laundry. On the website, more information can be found regarding the core values and mission specific to each of the four different Residential Colleges: Cedar, Juniper, Magnolia and Mistletoe. International Affairs Tomlinson Hall 143 - 368-2397 http://www.case.edu/international/ The Center of International Affairs houses three offices:The Office of International Affairs, The Office of Education Abroad, and the Office of International Student Services. The Office of International Affairs (OIA) works in partnership with faculty, students and administration to provide university-level vision and leadership for international activities across the campus.

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International Student Services Tomlinson 143 – 368-2517 http://studentaffairs.case.edu/international/ The mission of the Office of International Student Services (ISS) is to enhance the international student experience and promote intercultural exchange at CWRU. The office assists international students with immigration documentation and registration, academics, and leadership development, as well as a full range of housing, financial, and legal matters. Inter-Religious Council http://studentaffairs.case.edu/handbook/university101/religious.html The Inter-Religious Council (IRC) is comprised of staff members from Hillel, United Protestant Campus Ministries, Newman Catholic Campus Ministries, and the Muslim Campus Outreach Group. The IRC hosts a variety of events, workshops, and programs such as the InterFaith Dialogue Series, panel discussions, Seder meals, Lenten services, spiritual retreats, and community service projects. Each ministry also provides programs that are unique to its own religion. See the website for contact information specific to each ministry. Intramurals – See Physical Education & Athletics. ITS Help Desk Sears Building 340 & 11424 Bellflower Rd. – 368-4357 (HELP) http://www.case.edu/its/ Case Information Technology Services provides world-class IT support to the CWRU community. The ITS Help Desk is committed to delivering consistent, high quality and timely customer support and service to enable students to maximize the use of CWRU’s rich technology resources. ITS has discounts for students on laptops and cell phone services publicized on the website, as well as an online Software Center with downloads of popular programs available for students at little or no cost. Services are available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week by phone, email, or via the internet. Students can also visit walk-in centers across campus for free computer service and support. Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender (LGBT) Center Thwing Center, First Floor – 368-5428 (LGBT) http://www.case.edu/lgbt/ The Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Center at Case Western Reserve University provides a home for members of the LGBT community and their allies. It also serves as a source of support, information, and insight for those who have lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender children or loved ones. The LGBT

Center also welcomes alumni, prospective students, faculty, and staff. A lounge, kitchenette, office, and study and meeting spaces provide opportunities for both informal gatherings and structured events. A new program that the LGBT Center offers is Safe Zone. It is comprised of student, staff and faculty volunteers that have been trained and their goal is to value the LGBT Community and create a sense of respect in the CWRU Community as a whole. Anyone can call the Safe Zone number (216-368-7777) to speak to a volunteer 24/7. Library – See University Library. Meal Plan – See Dining Services. Nord Hall Computer Lab Nord Hall – 415- 368-5463 http://www.scl.case.edu/ All students have 24/7 card access to the Nord Computer Lab. The lab offers popular software, $5.00 in printing per student each semester, a color printer, scanner, and a fax machine. Office of Multicultural Affairs Sears Building 450 – 368-2904 http://studentaffairs.case.edu/multicultural/

The Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA) encourages, supports and facilitates the success of all Case students by providing opportunities for diverse interaction and cultural education that occurs outside of the classroom environment. Services include multicultural enrichment programs, leadership and service opportunities, academic support, networking, and mentoring.

Office of Parking and Transportation Crawford Hall 018 – 368-2273 (CARD) http://parking.case.edu/ Parking and Transportation is handled by Access Services and provides and collects all requests for parking permits and handles all aspects of parking services. Office of the First-Year Experience and Family Programs Woelstein Hall 368-4532 case.edu/newstudents/ First-Year Experience and Family Programs are designed to help students transition from high school through their first year at Case Western Reserve University. Our aim is to provide students and parents with the resources, activities, academic support, and guidance focusing on the academic success and personal growth of our first-year and transfer students. We welcome all new undergraduate students to their new home at Case Western Reserve University and the Cleveland community during New Student Orientation.

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Physical Education and Athletics Veale Recreation Center - 368-2420 or 368-2867 http://studentaffairs.case.edu/athletics/ The mission of the Department of Physical Education and Athletics is to contribute to the educational development of the university student and enhance the quality of the leisure life of the students, faculty, and staff. Students may participate in NCAA Division III Varsity Athletics, intramural activities, personal physical fitness and may enroll in a variety of courses offered through the department. The Veale Center houses a cardio workout room, a pool with open hours, tennis, basketball and racquetball courts, as well as an issue room for students to borrow equipment. Other facilities include Adelbert Gym and Carlton Road tennis courts. Plain Dealer Electronic Learning Center Sears 464 – 368-5230 http://studentaffairs.case.edu/education/resources/pdelc/ The Plain Dealer Electronic Learning Center (PDELC) is a part of the Office of Educational Services for Students. This resource offers a comfortable learning space incorporating wireless computing and workspace flexibility to allow for customized workshops, small group activities, individual research and study. Printing is available for students through the Print2Sears printer. Laptops are available to borrow. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and other times by appointment. Police – See Protective Services. Postal Substation Thwing Student Center Atrium – 368-2678 http://studentaffairs.case.edu/thwing/postal/ The Thwing Student Center Postal Substation is open Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (closed Fridays during the summer). The substation provides basic postal services and accepts cash or CaseOneCard only. See the website for a list of services provided. Print2Here 368-1959 http://studentaffairs.case.edu/services/print2here/ The Print2Here program provides registered undergraduates with 500 free print pages each semester for each academic year by swiping their CaseOneCard at a Print2Here printer. Materials can be printed from a campus printer, or by installing the printer driver from the Print2Here website to a personal computer. Printer locations are:

• Carlton Commons • Fribley Commons

• Kelvin Smith Library • Leutner Commons • Sears Building • Thwing Student Center • Village at 115, behind Starbucks • Wade Commons

Protective Services 1725 East 115th St. – 368-4630 http://www.case.edu/finadmin/security/protserv/protserv.htm Protective Services provides a variety of security and safety programs to help ensure a safe educational environment. The University's security force patrols the campus facilities and grounds on a 24 hour-a-day basis throughout the year. Protective Services consists of 31 full-time field officers, all professionally trained. Information regarding theft deterrent measures and personal safety is available on the website. Protective Services offers bike u-locks to students who register their bike in the Wade or Fribley area offices. The Safe Ride and Safe Walk programs offer a safe way for students to get across campus at night or when alone. Security Emergencies: 368-3333 Non-Emergencies: 368-4630 Safe Ride or Safe Walk: 368-3000 Registrar – See University Registrar. Seminar Approach to General Education and Scholarship (SAGES) Office Crawford Hall Room 110– 368-5830 http://www.case.edu/sages/index.html This office is responsible for overseeing the SAGES program. Students can find information on the office’s website about First Seminars, University Seminars, Departmental Seminars and Capstone Experiences, as well as how to complete and submit the Writing Portfolio. Support of Undergraduate Research and Creative Endeavors (SOURCE) Sears Building 451 – 368-2180 http://www.case.edu/provost/source/ The goal of the SOURCE office is to assist and prepare students to engage in research and creative endeavors. The SOURCE office helps students learn about UR-CE (undergraduate research and creative endeavors) and opportunities, assists faculty members in posting opportunities, assists with funding, and facilitates the celebration of UR-CE activities. Numerous opportunities exist for research and creative projects both on and off-campus. See the website for more information.

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Student Accounts Receivable – See Bursar. Student Activities & Leadership Office Thwing Student Center – 368-2679 http://studentaffairs.case.edu/activities/default.html The Office of Student Activities & Leadership serves as the primary resource on campus for program planning and advisement for undergraduate student groups and administrative offices seeking program planning assistance. The office also coordinates leadership development opportunities and training programs for undergraduates, as well as a poster printing service and special occasion balloons for sale. A special opportunity exclusively for first-year students interested in leadership opportunities is the Emerging Leaders Program (ELP). See the website for more information. Student Employment Yost 410A – 368-4533 http://financialaid.case.edu/studentemployment/default.aspx The Office of Student Employment serves students seeking part-time employment, both on and off-campus, year-round. CWRU has made a commitment to utilizing student employees whenever possible. The office hosts a work-study job fair at the beginning of each academic year and maintains an online posting system for students to view available jobs. Student Loans – See Bursar or Financial Aid. Undergraduate Studies Sears Building 357 –and the Satellite Offices at Fribley and Wade (Monday and Tuesday, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.) 368-2928 http://www.case.edu/ugstudies The Office of Undergraduate Studies serves the academic needs of undergraduate students from matriculation to graduation. The deans in Undergraduate Studies also hold regular walk-in hours and are available by appointment to meet and discuss with students a variety of academic and related questions and concerns. Other services include pre-professional advising, advising for fellowships and scholarships, coordination of academic advising through collaboration with academic departments, posting of AP/IB/transfer credits, and connecting students to a wealth of educational opportunities. University Counseling Services Sears Building 201 – 368-5872 http://studentaffairs.case.edu/counseling University Counseling Services (UCS) offers assistance to students who experience a variety of difficult personal and interpersonal challenges. Services are confidential and free for registered students. The office is staffed with psychologists,

psychiatrists, social workers, counselors, and doctoral level counseling trainees who specialize in helping students adjust to these changes and college life in general. UCS offers individual and group counseling, as well as recovery services for students. For emergencies that arise after regular office hours, please call 368-5762 and select the phone number option for Emergency Care. This service is available 24-hours/day, 7-days/week (holidays included). University Health Service 2145 Adelbert Rd. – 368-2450 http://studentaffairs.case.edu/health/ The goal of University Health Service is to help all registered students stay healthy and productive so that each student may receive the most from their education and fully enjoy their college experience. Students are seen on an APPOINTMENT BASIS ONLY, except in case of emergency. UHS offers specialty clinics such as Skin, Dermatology, Allergy and Women's Health. Appointments for the General or Specialty Clinics, except for Women's Health, may be made by calling 368-4539. Appointments for Women's Health may be made by calling 368-2453. Appointments can also be scheduled online. University Office for Student Affairs 110 Adelbert Hall – 368-2020 http://studentaffairs.case.edu The Office of Student Affairs provides leadership in the development of services and programs that enrich student life, extend and enhance the academic experience, and contribute to an environment that encourages personal growth and development. The Office of Student Affairs serves as a central source of information about the University policies and procedures that affect students and about co-curricular services and programs. The staff welcomes questions and suggestions from students.

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University Library Kelvin Smith Library– 368-3506 http://library.case.edu/ksl/index.html For complete listing of all libraries go to: http://www.case.edu/dir/libraries.html The University Library comprises the Kelvin Smith Library (KSL), Kulas Music Library, the Astronomy Library, and the University Library Storage facility, with a combined collection of 1.5 million items. The library offers individual and group study space, as well as a café. Many online resources are available, such as research tools, Electronic Journal Collections, eBooks, Newspaper subscriptions and OhioLink, a service for students to borrow from other Ohio Libraries. KSL is also home to the Freedman Center, which offers digital and multimedia services such as sound editing, audio/video digitizing, and rental of video cameras, laptops and audio recording devices. The Freedman Center also has Language-Learning services, where students can learn a new language at their own pace. University Operator – 368-2000 For numbers not listed here one can contact the University Operator for information. University Registrar Yost 110 – 368-4310 http://www.case.edu/provost/registrar/registrar.html The Registrar’s Office is the official source for academic records, registration, and drop/add functions for undergraduate students. Enrollment verifications, degree verifications, and transcript requests are processed in this office. Other functions include management of grade sheets, grade change processing, collection and dissemination of semester course offerings, classroom scheduling, ad hoc reporting and fulfilling requests for student information. Writing Resource Center Bellflower Hall 104 – 368-3798 http://www.case.edu/writing/writingcenter.html The Writing Resource Center offers appointments and walk-in hours for all students at the University. Tutors assist students with developing skills along all stages of the writing process, and are available in the main center, as well as in satellite offices in Nord Hall (fourth floor), Kelvin Smith Library (first floor), and in the SAGES Café. A nursing writing tutor is available Nursing School student services office.

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Advice from Upper Class Students to Consider as You Start Your First Year at CWRU

Academics

• Office hours aren’t scary. Go to them! • GO TO CLASS!!!!!!! • Sometimes you need to leave your dorm

to study. • It is easy to study abroad, but plan ahead. • Take one class that you know nothing

about or that your parents would hate. • Time management is SO IMPORTANT,

so learn and practice it. • It’s never too early to start studying/writing

that paper. • Mediavision is NOT an excuse to skip

class. • Take advantage of ESS. SI sessions and

tutors really help. Use them! • College writing is different from what they

teach you in high school. • Learn how to use the library system, both

the building and online. • Learn how to find a research position. • Be more proactive instead of reactive

when it comes to classes. • Buy a planner and use it so you don’t

miss important events/deadlines. • Don’t procrastinate. • Explore multiple options for purchasing

textbooks but get them by the first week of classes.

Campus Living

• Sleep!!!! • Set ground rules with your roommate. • Buy rain boots! • Take advantage of free food and other

free stuff, someone is always giving something away.

• Get a loud alarm clock (or 2 or 3). • Bring half as much as you think you

need. You’ll end up collecting tons of stuff by the end of the year.

• Cleveland winds eat cheap umbrellas for breakfast - go big or get wet.

• Learn how to do laundry. • Find the free printing areas. • Greenies run late on the weekends. • Check out Safe Ride/Escort Service. • Bring a fan for the first few weeks of

school. It can get hot.

Social Life

• Explore! CWRU and Cleveland offer so many cool things. Don’t just stay in your room. (Even when it gets cold outside.)

• Learn to use public transportation. It’s not complicated and it’s included in your fees!

• Get to know as many people as possible, introduce yourself to everyone.

• Don’t be afraid to get involved, but don’t overwhelm/over extend yourself.

• Be open to making friends with a diverse range of people as soon as you get on campus.

• There’s a lot to do in Cleveland, you just have to find it. • Take advantage of University Circle/Cleveland (museums,

downtown, West Side Market). • Every Wednesday go to Spot Night for local bands, cheap food,

and fun. • Take advantage of your Student Activities Fee! Clubs on campus

program for you, and there is always something free going on!

Food for Thought

• NEVER be afraid to ask for help! • It’s okay to take your time to find yourself and

what you want in life. • Do things outside of your comfort zone. • Keep an open mind about everything. Be

open to others. Branch out. • College is definitely harder than high school. • A balanced life = success. • You have to be PROACTIVE, and this applies

to everything! You’re used to just being handed things in high school, but when you’re here, you have to go out and do things. Research positions, job ops, becoming a student leader- It’s not all just a popularity contest anymore.

• Everyone wants to help, just ask. • The best way to be happy is doing what you

love, not what you think you should be doing. • Students play an active role in shaping the

University. • You don’t have to do everything. It is OK to

say no. • Upper class students are incredibly helpful. • When you do go home, listen to your parents.

Faculty

• Make sure that all of your professors know who you are, whether it’s a class of 10 people or a class of 100. Talk to them early in the semester.

• Become friends with your professors and advisors. • Meet your professors, they want to meet you (go to office hours,

approach them after class). • Ask your professors about their academic interests, careers related to

their departments, their research, and research opportunities in their departments.

• You don’t have to have a “problem” in your class to talk to your professor.

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Major Declaration Process

Most students declare a major by the end of their first year. However, students still in the process of exploring academic options are not required to declare within this time frame. It is important to recognize that in order to have a successful and engaged first-year experience, all first-year students should work toward the clarification of academic interests. All students must declare a major before their fifth semester of enrollment, but first-year students who are ready to declare a major may begin to do so on November 1, 2012.* If you change majors later on, that's fine -- many students do change (or add) majors as they discover new interests. It is also okay to change your mind later and "undeclare." If you are truly undecided, continue to explore, talk with your advisor and other faculty members, and use the resources of the Career Center (Sears 206, 368-4446). So long as you are actively engaged in exploring your interests and in making decisions, you can declare after your first semester. You should not be concerned about making a “wrong” decision about declaring a major. The best decision to make is an informed decision, so be intentional about talking to people, reviewing information, and understanding requirements. The advantage of declaring a major is the close and formal connection that is established between students and academic departments. That being said, all students are encouraged to seek advice from faculty in departments for which they have an interest regardless of major declaration status. The following steps outline the process of declaring a major†:

1. Obtain the Major Declaration Form** (pictured below) in the Office of Undergraduate Studies, Sears 357 (also available in the Wade Commons), and take the form to the academic representative (pp. 75-78) in your intended major for his/her signature and assignment of a major advisor.

2. All students must indicate when they entered CWRU (e.g., August 2012) and their student status (e.g., first year, transfer, binary). Your intended graduation term and year must also be entered—it is okay if this date changes in the future.

3. Students interested in Pre-Medicine/Pre-Dentistry and/or Pre-Law should be sure to mark the respective boxes on the declaration form.

4. Once completed, bring the yellow copy of the form to the Office of Undergraduate Studies, Sears 357. The declaration of major is not official unless it is submitted to the Office of Undergraduate Studies.

* Entering Nursing students do not have to declare their major. ** A separate form must be completed for each major declared.

List of Department Representatives available on pp. 126-128

Enter intended graduation term and year at time of major declaration

Enter Pre-Professional Interest in addition to your Major

† The process for declaring a Minor is the same as the major declaration process. A separate Minor Declaration Form must be completed for each minor declared. Students cannot declare a minor until they declare a major.

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2012-2013 ACADEMIC REPRESENTATIVES AND CONTACTS FOR FIRST YEAR STUDENTS/ADVISORS

♦ Denotes Contacts for First Year Students/Advisors only. ***Add @case.edu to the e-mail address*** Department/Program Contact Office Phone E-mail

Accounting (Major) Tiffany Welch 472 Peter B. Lewis Building 368-2058 tjw5 Accounting (Minor) Tiffany Welch 472 Peter B. Lewis Building 368-2058 tjw5 Accounting (Minor) James Hurley 237 Peter B. Lewis Building 368-3856 jxh12 Aerospace Engineering Iwan Alexander 418 Glennan Building 368-6045 ida2 Aerospace Engineering Jaikrishnan Kadambi ♦ 415 Glennan Building 368-6456 jxk11 American Studies Renée Sentilles 206 Mather House 368-5413 rms30 Anthropology Lawrence Greksa 236 Mather Memorial 368-6777 lpg2 Applied Mathematics Daniela Calvetti ♦ 220 Yost Hall 368-2884 dxc57 Art Education Timothy Shuckerow 2215 Adelbert Rd. 368-2714 txs10 Art History Noelle Giuffrida Armhold 305 Mather House 368-4618 nmg34 Art History Catherine Scallen 103 Mather House 368-2383 cbs2 Art Studio Timothy Shuckerow 2215 Adelbert Rd. 368-2714 txs10 Artificial Intelligence Soumya Ray 516 Olin Building 368-4040 sxr358 Asian Studies Jia-Chen Fu (Spring 2013) Mather House 301 368-2623 jxf230 Asian Studies Paul Schroeder (Fall 2012) TBD TBD pes15 Astronomy Earle Luck 560 Sears Building 368-6697 rel2 Banking and Finance Tiffany Welch 472 Peter B. Lewis Building 368-2058 tjw5 Banking and Finance James Hurley 237 Peter B. Lewis Building 368-3856 jxh12 Biochemistry David Samols W431 School of Medicine 368-3520 drs10 Biology Richard Drushel 402 Clapp Hall 368-4804 rfd Biomedical Engineering Gerald Saidel ♦ 410 Wickenden Hall 368-4066 gms3 Biomedical Engineering Dustin Tyler 101 Wickenden Hall 368-0319 dxt23 Business Management (Minor)

James Hurley 237 Peter B. Lewis Building 368-3856 jxh12

Business Management (Minor)

Tiffany Welch 472 Peter B. Lewis Building 368-2058 tjw5

Chemical Engineering Uziel Landau Shennan Madden (Asst. to Chair)

116A A.W. Smith Building 368-4132 uxl slm33

Chemistry (Majors) Michael Kenney 205 Millis Hall 368-3736 mjk56 Chemistry (Minors) John Stuehr 207 Clapp Hall 368-5099 jes6 Childhood Studies Jill Korbin 713 Crawford Hall 368-2635 jek7 Childhood Studies Elizabeth Short Mather Memorial 368-2815 ejs3 Childhood Studies Gabrielle Celeste 615 Crawford Hall 368-5314 mgc36 Chinese Antonio Candau 309 Guilford House 368-8976 axc102 Civil Engineering David Zeng 205 Bingham Building 368-2923 xxz16 Classics Paul Iversen Mather House 402 368-2352 pai2 Cognitive Science Todd Oakley 617F Crawford hall 368-0798 tvo2 Communication Sciences Lee Thompson 127A Mather Memorial

334 Cleveland H&S Building 368-6477 lat

Computer Engineering Swarup Bhunia 514A Glennan Building 368-5550 skb21 Computer Engineering Elizabethanne Murray ♦ 323 Glennan Building 368-2920 emf4 Computer Gaming Marc Buchner 707 Olin Building 368-4096 mxb11 Computer Science (BA & BS)

Michael Lewicki 508 Glennan Building 368-3168 msl88

Computer Science (BA & BS)

Elizabethanne Murray ♦ 323 Glennan Building 368-2920 emf4

Dance Karen Potter Mather Dance Center 368-1491 klp13

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Department/Program Contact Office Phone E-mail Dean’s Approved Major and Minor

Jeffrey Wolcowitz 357 Sears Building 368-2928 jxw215

Economics Mark Votruba 275 Peter B. Lewis Building 368-4296 mxv27 Education Denise Davis ♦ 417 Hearing and Speech 368-1505 dkd20 Education Kathy Shafer 419 Hearing and Speech 368-0792 kds20 Electrical Engineering Cenk Cavusoglu 517C Glennan Building 368-4479 mcc14 Electrical Engineering Elizabethanne Murray ♦ 323 Glennan Building 368-2920 emf4 Electronics Cenk Cavusoglu 517C Glennan Building 368-4479 mcc14 Engineering – Undesignated Patrick Crago 500B Nord Hall 368-4436 pec3 Engineering Physics Kenneth Singer 225D Rockefeller Building 368-4017 kds4 English Mary Grimm 106 Guilford House 368-2355 mcg3 Entrepreneurial Studies Tiffany Welch ♦ 472 Peter B. Lewis Building 368-2058 tjw5 Entrepreneurial Studies James Hurley ♦ 237 Peter B. Lewis Building 368-3856 jxh12 Environmental Geology Gerald Matisoff 206 A.W. Smith Building 368-3677 gxm4 Environmental Studies Peter McCall 211 A.W. Smith Building 368-3676 plm4 Ethnic Studies Gilbert Doho 204 Guilford House 368-4885 gxd22 Ethnic Studies Jacqueline Nanfito ♦ 308 Guilford House 368-5264 jcn Ethnic Studies Cheryl Toman ♦ 207 Guilford House 368-2233 cat12 Evolutionary Biology Patricia Princehouse 217 Rockefeller Building (440) 478-

5292 pmp7

Film Robert Spadoni 218 Guilford Hall 368-6881 rjs40 French Gilbert Doho 204 Guilford House 368-4885 gxd22 French Cheryl Toman 207 Guilford House 368-2233 cat12 French and Francophone Studies

Cheryl Toman 207 Guilford House 368-2233 cat12

Geological Sciences Gerald Matisoff 206 A.W. Smith Building 368-3677 gxm4 German Margaretmary Daley 303 Guilford House 368-2303 mxd43 German Studies Ken Ledford 209 Guilford House 368-4144 kxl15 German Studies Susanne Vees-Gulani 104 Guilford House 368-8627 shv2 Gerontological Studies Gary Deimling 231A Mather Memorial 368-5173 gtd Health Communication Kyra Rothenberg 339 Cleveland Hearing &

Speech Building 368-2556 kpr4

History John Broich 306 Mather House 368-5599 jxb314 History and Philosophy of Science

Alan Rocke 207 Mather House 368-2614 ajr

International Studies Kelly McMann 218 Mather House 368-5565 kmm39 Italian Denise Caterinacci 213 Guilford House 368-2374 dmc7 Japanese Linda Ehrlich 305 Guilford House 368-2232 lce2 Japanese Takao Hagiwara 203 Guilford House 368-6188 txh13 Japanese Studies Linda Ehrlich ♦ 305 Guilford House 368-2232 lce2 Japanese Studies Takao Hagiwara ♦ 203 Guilford House 368-6188 txh13 Judaic Studies Judith Neulander 105 Mather House 368-4156 jxn37 Management (Major) James Hurley 237 Peter B. Lewis Building 368-3856 jxh12 Marketing Tiffany Welch ♦ 472 Peter B. Lewis Building 368-2058 tjw5 Marketing James Hurley ♦ 237 Peter B. Lewis Building 368-3856 jxh12 Materials Science and Engineering

Mark DeGuire 506 White Building 368-4221 mrd2

Mathematics Christopher Butler 327 Yost Hall 368 2881 cxb10 Mathematics Daniela Calvetti ♦ 220 Yost Hall 368-2884 dxc57 Mathematics and Physics Michael Hurley 307B Yost Hall 368-2885 mgh3 Mathematics and Physics Harsh Mathur 209 Rockefeller Building 368-4009 hxm7 Mathematics and Physics Erkki Somersalo 213 Yost Hall 368-5190 ejs49

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Department/Program Contact Office Phone E-mail Mechanical Design and Manufacturing

Malcolm Cooke ♦ 523 Nord 368-0514 mnc

Mechanical Engineering Iwan Alexander 418 Glennan Building 368-6045 ida2 Mechanical Engineering Jaikrishnan Kadambi ♦ 415 Glennan Building 368-6456 jxk11 Music (Major) David Rothenberg 368-6046 djr30 Music (Major) Juanita Karpf ♦ 309 Haydn Hall 368-1602 jxk178 Music (Minor) Ross Duffin 201A Haydn Hall 368-2412 rwd Music Education Kathleen Horvath 305 Haydn Hall 368-1613 kah24 Natural Sciences Peter Whiting 110 Crawford Hall 368-1899 pjw5 Nursing Kim Edwards ♦ 206E School of Nursing 368-1119 kae4 Nursing Gayle Petty 1510 School of Nursing 368-2016 gmp13 Nutrition James Swain WG 48 School of Medicine 368-8554 jhs31 Nutritional Biochemistry and Metabolism

Mary Beth Kavanagh WG 48 School of Medicine 368-3231 mxk109

Philosophy Laura Hengehold 203 Clark Hall 368-2633 leh7 Physics Gary Chottiner 104D Rockefeller Building 368-4024 gsc2 Political Science Joe White 113 Mather House 368-2426 jxw87 Polymer Science and Engineering

David Schiraldi ♦ 413 Kent Hale Smith Building 368-4243 das44

Pre-Architecture Timothy Shuckerow 2215 Adelbert Rd. 368-2714 txs10 Psychology Lee Thompson 127A Mather Memorial

334 Cleveland H&S Building 368-6477 lat

Public Policy Joe White 113 Mather House 368-2426 jxw87 Religious Studies Joy Bostic ♦ 243 Tomlinson 368-2382 jrb64 Russian Tatiana Zilotina 302 Guilford House 368-2230 tmz2 Sociology Gary Deimling 231A Mather Memorial 368-5173 gtd Spanish Antonio Candau 309 Guilford House 368-8976 axc102 Spanish Gabriela Copertari 216 Guilford House 368-4324 mgc6 Spanish Jacqueline Nanfito 308 Guilford House 368-5264 jcn Spanish Damaris Punales-Alpizar 209 Guilford House 368-3950 dxp204 Sports Medicine Jessica White 124 Veale Center 368-2863 jmw145 Statistics Paula FitzGibbon ♦ 321 Yost Hall 368-2306 paf3 Statistics Patricia Williamson 325 Yost Hall 368-6013 ppw2 Systems and Control Engineering

Marc Buchner 707 Olin Building 368-4096 mxb11

Systems and Control Engineering

Elizabethanne Murray ♦

323 Glennan Building 368-2920 emf4

Systems Biology Robin Snyder 510 Millis Hall 368-8838 res29 Theater Jeffrey Ullom 300 Eldred Hall 368-3199 jru10 Women’s and Gender Studies

Cheryl Toman 207 Guilford House 368-2233 cat12

Women’s and Gender Studies

Athena Vrettos 304 Guilford House 368-2344 axv13

World Literature Florin Berindeanu Mather House 2 368-8728 ftb1

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Exploring Academic Options

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Exploring Academic Options First-Year Schedule Development Recommendations

Students who are undecided about their choice of major and who are exploring their academic options should try a variety of courses that facilitate the investigation of interests and fulfill SAGES General Education Requirements. The structure of the schedule listed below is meant to serve as a starting point to develop a first-year course schedule. The sample schedule provides significant flexibility for the exploration of various interests while also meeting specific degree requirements. Students should refer to the relevant SAGES General Education Requirements for each of the schools listed in this guide to determine which courses will meet requirements for the academic areas of greatest interest. For example, if a student knows he or she plans to major in the College of Arts and Sciences, but has not selected an academic field, the student should create a schedule of courses with the General Education Requirements for the College of Arts and Sciences in mind. Specific course options available to first-year students can be found in the First Year Course Offerings listed in this guide. For more information on the exploration process, students may review the Determining an Academic Focus and the Major and Career Exploration sections of this guide. During the Fall Semester, students should also plan to consult with their First-Year Advisors, Department Representatives (pp. 75-77), and visit the Career Center for assistance in exploring academic interests and opportunities. Schedule Development Instructions:

• Students should plan to enroll in courses totaling 14-17 credit-hours in the first semester. This will ordinarily mean 3 or 4 academic, credit-bearing courses, in addition to First Seminar.

• The following schedule development recommendations are based upon the assumption that students have not earned any college credit as a result of AP or IB test scores or transfer credit. Students with AP or IB credit should consult the AP and IB Course Equivalences on pages 55-58 to determine appropriate course placement. For example, students with an AP Calculus BC score of 5 will earn credit for MATH 121 and MATH 122 and should enroll in MATH 223.

• Students placed in MATH 120 may NOT enroll in PHYS 121 or 123 or MATH 121 or 125 concurrently. • Students interested in pursuing enhanced courses in math and/or physics should review the course

descriptions and registration information found on page 34. Please note that enrollment in enhanced math and physics courses is limited and by invitation only.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. Course in a potential area of academic interest

3 – 4 Course in a potential area of academic interest

3 – 4

3.

Course in a second potential area of academic interest

3 – 4

Choose one: a. Course in a second potential area of

academic interest b. Arts/Humanities, Natural and

Mathematical Sciences, or Social Sciences Course

c. Open Elective 3 – 4

4.

Arts/Humanities, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, or Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, or Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Optional: Arts/Humanities, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, or Social Science course or open elective

3 Optional: Arts/Humanities, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, or Social Science course or open elective

3

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 14 – 17

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Case School of Engineering

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Engineering Core Curriculum SAGES (Seminar Approach to General Education and Scholarship)

Effective Fall 2012 SAGES is an innovative undergraduate experience designed to establish foundations for academic inquiry. Students fulfill their Case School of Engineering General Education Requirements with a sequence of specially developed seminars and selected courses. Course credit earned by Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, proficiency examinations, and transfer may be used to satisfy general education requirements.

SAGES Program Seminars (13 semester hours) The First Seminar* (4 semester hours, to be taken in the first semester of enrollment) The First Seminar focuses on the development of critical thinking and communication skills through the use of a variety of approaches, media, and perspectives to explore the human mind and the nature of inquiry. This course is designed to strengthen writing and analytical skills while building a foundation in ethics, information literacy, and cultural diversity. Select from: First Seminar: The Life of the Mind (FSCC 100) or First Seminar: Natural World (FSNA 1xx) or First Seminar: Social World (FSSO 1xx) or First Seminar: Symbolic World (FSSY 1xx) Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ On the basis of test scores and a writing sample, some students will be placed in First Seminars designed to provide additional writing support. Most students for whom English is a second language will continue their First Seminar experience in a second semester by enrolling in and completing FSCS 150 – First Seminar: Continuing Semester (3 semester hours). *Transfer Students only: Transfer students who have completed the English composition/expository writing requirement with a grade of C or higher at the college/university at which they previously matriculated will receive transfer credit for FSCC 100-TR (3 – 6 semester hours) and will be required to complete a supplemental 1-semester hour SAGES introductory seminar – FSTS 100. University Seminars (6 semester hours, minimum of two seminars, to be completed in the first two years of enrollment as specified below) After completion of the First Seminar, students must complete two University Seminars, with each seminar selected from a different thematic group. Each University Seminar explores one of three themes, with the content determined according to the interests of the faculty. University Seminars provide continued experience in critical reading, writing, and oral communication as well as information literacy, ethics, and cultural diversity. University Seminars must be completed by end of the fourth semester of enrollment. Select from: University Seminar: Thinking About the Natural World (USNA 2xx) University Seminar: Thinking About the Social World (USSO 2xx) University Seminar: Thinking About the Symbolic World (USSY 2xx) Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Department Seminar (3 semester hours) The Department Seminar includes seminar-based discussion as well as instruction and experience in the kinds of writing characteristic of the Department Seminar’s discipline. The Department Seminar may be taken in the department of the student’s major or in another department. It is taken after the completion of the University Seminars, ordinarily in the fourth – sixth semester of study. NOTE: Most students pursuing an Engineering degree will take ENGR 398 and ENGL 398 concurrently to complete the Department Seminar requirement. Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____

University Composition Requirement Students develop a Writing Portfolio comprising final graded writing assignments from the First Seminar and University Seminars. The Writing Portfolio is submitted for evaluation after completing the final University seminar. Writing competence must be established in order to fulfill the University’s English Composition requirement for graduation. Writing Portfolio Term Submitted and Accepted ____

Physical Education (Must total 2 full semesters at zero credits): Students choose from half-semester and full-semester course offerings to be completed in the first year. Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____

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Engineering Core Curriculum – SAGES (continued)

Mathematics, Sciences, and Engineering Requirements Mathematics (14 semester hours) MATH 121 Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ MATH 122 or 124 Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ MATH 223 or 227 Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ MATH 224 or 228 Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Chemistry (4 semester hours) CHEM 111* Term _____ Grade _____ Physics (8 semester hours) PHYS 121 or 123 Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ PHYS 122 or 124 Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Engineering (18 semester hours) ENGR 131 (or EECS 132)* Term _____ Grade _____ ENGR 145† Term _____ Grade _____ ENGR 200 Term _____ Grade _____ ENGR 210 Term _____ Grade _____ ENGR 225 Term _____ Grade _____ *NOTE: ONLY STUDENTS PURSUING COMPUTER SCIENCE OR COMPUTER ENGINEERING MAJORS OR THE BIOMEDICAL COMPUTING AND ANALYSIS TRACK OF THE BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING MAJOR SHOULD COMPLETE EECS 132. All other engineering students should complete ENGR 131. †NOTE: The Chemistry-Materials course sequences CHEM 105-106-ENGR 145, CHEM 105-106-EMSE 201, or CHEM 105-106-EMAC 276 may substitute for the sequence CHEM 111-ENGR 145. Natural Sciences, Mathematics, or Statistics Requirement (3 semester hours) Course designated by major department Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____

Breadth Requirements – Humanities and Social Sciences (15 semester hours) ENGL 398 Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ (2 semester hours; also fulfills the Department Seminar Requirement) and ENGR 398 (1 semester hour) Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ (1 semester hour; also fulfills the Department Seminar Requirement)

and

At least 12 semester hours comprised of four 3-semester hour courses or three four-semester hour courses selected from: Humanities: Arabic (ARAB), Art History (ARTH), Art Studio (ARTS), Chinese (CHIN), Classics (CLSC), Dance (DANC), English (ENGL), French (FRCH), German (GRMN), Greek (GREK), Hebrew (HBRW), History (HSTY), Italian (ITAL), Japanese (JAPN), Latin (LATN), Music - General (MUGN), Music - History (MUHI), Music - Popular Music (MUPM), Music - Theory (MUTH), Philosophy (PHIL), Portuguese (PORT), Religious Studies (RLGN), Russian (RUSN), Spanish (SPAN), Theater (THTR), World Literature (WLIT)

and/or

Social Sciences: Anthropology (ANTH), Cognitive Science (COGS), Communication Sciences (COSI), Economics (ECON), Political Science (POSC), Psychology (PSCL), Sociology (SOCI) Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____

SAGES Senior Capstone (3 – 6 semester hours) The Senior Capstone assimilates the knowledge and skills gained throughout the educational process. Students engage in a unique one or two semester experience designed in consultation with a faculty member. Each Capstone Experience must include key elements: a) Demonstration of critical thinking and writing skills; b) Regular oversight by the Capstone advisor; c) Periodic reporting of progress; d) Regular writing (e.g. drafts, progress reports, critiques) throughout the project including a final written report which may

be a thesis or equivalent document associated with the project or activity (e.g., such pursuits as performance, experiment, live case analysis, or creative writing), as approved by the department of capstone origin;

e) Oral reports including a final public presentation at the Senior Capstone Fair, a conference, a performance, a public lecture, a teaching presentation, or other, as approved by the department of capstone origin.

Courses meeting this requirement include the designation “Approved SAGES Capstone” in their course descriptions. Some majors include and specify a senior capstone. Please review the specific requirements of your major(s) in the General Bulletin. NOTE: Most Engineering students will complete an engineering senior project within their major that will satisfy the SAGES Senior Capstone requirement. SAGES Senior Capstone Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____

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Case School of Engineering First-Year Schedule Development Recommendations

The Case School of Engineering offers students a variety of majors and research areas. However, all Engineering degrees share a common experience – the Engineering Core. The Engineering Core requirements provide students with a foundation in basic mathematical and engineering principles and the scientific methodology to solve complex engineering problems. In addition, the Core introduces students to the humanities and social sciences and facilitates the development of strong communication skills. The first-year schedule for students pursuing an engineering discipline is fairly structured. As you review the sample schedules, you will notice that many sample schedules look alike, and that all include fundamental Core courses. Also, you will notice that there are several introductory courses offered in the fall that you might want to consider if you are seeking to clarify and/or explore your interest within a specific engineering field. Some of you may not be completely committed to Engineering as a major and may want to have greater flexibility in your schedule. If you feel that you fall into this category, feel free to create a “blended” schedule, including courses from the Engineering requirements, as well as other courses of interest. If Engineering is at least a possibility, we recommend that you include MATH 121 (or other calculus course, according to placement) and CHEM 111 in your fall semester schedule. Schedule Development Instructions:

• Students should take four or five academic, credit-bearing courses (including First Seminar) in their first semester totaling no more than 19 semester hours, though some majors recommend fewer than 19 semester hours.

• The schedules presented here are recommendations only and, so long as prerequisites are adhered to, can be adjusted as needed based on academic interests, earned credit, and course availability. However, it is important that all students interested in pursuing Engineering as a major complete the following courses by the end of their third semester: CHEM 111, ENGR 131 (or EECS 132 if you are interested in Computer Engineering or Computer Science or the Biomedical Computing and Analysis track of the Biomedical Engineering major), ENGR 145, MATH 121, MATH 122 (or MATH 124), PHYS 121 (or 123), and PHYS 122 (or 124).

• The following schedule development recommendations are based upon the assumption that students have not earned any college credit as a result of AP or IB test scores or transfer credit. Students with AP or IB credit should consult the AP and IB Course Equivalences on pages 55-58 to determine appropriate course placement. For example, students with an AP Physics C score of 5 will earn credit for PHYS 121 and should enroll in PHYS 122.

• Students placed in MATH 120 may NOT enroll in PHYS 121 or 123 concurrently. Students in this situation should enroll in ENGR 131 instead of PHYS 121 or 123.

• Students interested in taking Organic Chemistry in their second year to fulfill Pre-Med or Major Sequence requirements should consider including CHEM 113 – Principles of Chemistry Lab in either the fall or spring semester of their first year.

• Students interested in pursuing enhanced courses in math and/or physics should review the course descriptions and registration information found on page 34. Please note that enrollment in enhanced math and physics courses is limited and by invitation only.

NOTE: ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer Programming is a course that most Engineering students take in their first year at CWRU. EECS 132 – Introduction to Programming in Java is a programming course taken in the first year by students pursuing majors in Computer Engineering or Computer Science or the Biomedical Computing and Analysis track of the Biomedical Engineering major. Many students with prior programming experience find it useful and helpful to take ENGR 131 or EECS 132; however, students with extensive computer programming experience, but who have not earned credit for EECS 132, may wish to take a proficiency test. Proficiency tests for both ENGR 131 and EECS 132 will be offered on August 22, 2012. To qualify for proficiency examination credit for a course, the student’s examination performance must demonstrate knowledge and skills at a level no lower than that of an average student who successfully completes the course. Upon notification from the academic department, the Office of Undergraduate Studies will post credit for the course on the transcript. If interested in taking a proficiency exam in computer programming, please review the details on pp. 59-60.

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Aerospace Engineering

For more information about Aerospace Engineering, please visit the department website http://engineering.case.edu/emae/.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4

USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I

4

MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II

4

3. CHEM 111 – Principles of Chemistry for Engineers

4

ENGR 145 – Chemistry of Materials

4

4.

PHYS 121 – General Physics I – Mechanics or PHYS 123 – Physics and Frontiers I (invitation only)

4 PHYS 122 – General Physics II – Electricity & Magnetism or PHYS 124 – Physics and Frontiers II

4

5. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer

Programming 3

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 16 Total Hours 18

Biomedical Engineering

For more information about Biomedical Engineering, please visit the department website http://bme.cwru.edu/. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4

USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I

4 MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II

4

3.

Choose one: a. ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer

Programming (preferred)* or b. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics or PHYS 123 – Physics and Frontiers I (invitation only)

3 – 4 Choose one: a. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics or b. ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer

Programming (if not taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

4. CHEM 111 – Principles of Chemistry for Engineers

4

ENGR 145 – Chemistry of Materials

4

5.

Optional: EBME 105 – Introduction to Biomedical Engineering** or Arts/Humanities or Social Science course

3 – 4

Choose one:* a. Arts/Humanities or Social Science or b. PHYS 122 – General Physics II –

Electricity & Magnetism (if PHYS 121 taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 15 – 19 Total Hours 17 – 19

* Students interested in the Biomedical Computing and Analysis track should take EECS 132. **EBME 105 is optional, but strongly recommended for students with limited knowledge of Biomedical Engineering or who are unsure of the Biomedical Engineering sequence they wish to pursue.

*This option is recommended if ENGR 131 is taken in the Spring semester. If PHYS 121 is taken in the spring semester, a 15-credit hour semester is suggested.

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Chemical Engineering

For more information about Chemical Engineering, please visit the department website: http://engineering.case.edu/eche/.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4

USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I

4 MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II

4

3.

Choose one: a. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics or PHYS 123 – Physics and Frontiers I (invitation only) or

b. ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer Programming

(Physics is preferred)

3 – 4 Choose one: a. ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer

Programming or b. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics (if not taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

4. CHEM 111 – Principles of Chemistry for Engineers

4

ENGR 145 – Chemistry of Materials

4

5.

ECHE 151 – Introduction to Chemical Engineering at Case Western Reserve University

0

Choose one: a. PHYS 122 – General Physics II –

Electricity and Magnetism or PHYS 124 – Physics and Frontiers II or

b. Arts/Humanities or Social Science course

(Physics is preferred if PHYS 121 was taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 15 – 16 Total Hours 17 – 19

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Civil Engineering

For more information about Civil Engineering, please visit the department website http://engineering.case.edu/eciv/.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4

USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I

4 MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II

4

3.

Choose one: a. ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer

Programming (preferred) or b. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics or PHYS 123 – Physics and Frontiers I (invitation only)

3 – 4 Choose one: a. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics or b. ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer

Programming (if not taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

4. CHEM 111 – Principles of Chemistry for Engineers

4

ENGR 145 – Chemistry of Materials

4

5.

Arts/Humanities or Social Science course

3 – 4

Choose one:* a. Arts/Humanities or Social Science or b. PHYS 122 – General Physics II –

Electricity & Magnetism (if PHYS 121 taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 18 – 19 Total Hours 17—19

* Students interested in learning about the field of Civil Engineering might consider including ECIV 160 – Surveying and Computer Graphics – in their fall semester schedule.

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Computer Engineering

For more information about Computer Engineering and other majors that deal with computers, electrical engineering, and systems engineering, please visit the department website http://engineering.case.edu/eecs/.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I

4 MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II

4

3.

Choose one: a. EECS 132 – Introduction to

Programming in Java (preferred) or b. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics or PHYS 123 – Physics and Frontiers I (invitation only)

3 – 4 Choose one: a. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics or b. EECS 132 – Introduction to

Programming in Java (if not taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

4. CHEM 111 – Principles of Chemistry for Engineers

4

ENGR 145 – Chemistry of Materials 4

5.

Arts/Humanities or Social Science course

3 – 4

Choose one: a. Arts/Humanities or Social Science or b. Technical elective or EECS course of

interest or c. PHYS 122 – General Physics II –

Electricity & Magnetism (if PHYS 121 taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 18 – 19 Total Hours 17 – 19

Computer Science (BS)

For more information about Computer Science and other majors that deal with computers, electrical engineering, and systems engineering, please visit the department website http://engineering.case.edu/eecs/.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4

USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I

4 MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II

4

3.

Choose one: a. EECS 132 – Introduction to

Programming in Java (preferred) or b. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics or PHYS 123 – Physics and Frontiers I (invitation only)

3 – 4 Choose one: a. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics or b. EECS 132 – Introduction to

Programming in Java (if not taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

4. CHEM 111 – Principles of Chemistry for Engineers

4 ENGR 145 – Chemistry of Materials 4

5.

Arts/Humanities or Social Science course

3 – 4

Choose one: a. Arts/Humanities or Social Science or b. Technical elective or EECS course of

interest or c. PHYS 122 – General Physics II –

Electricity & Magnetism (if PHYS 121 taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 18 – 19 Total Hours 17 – 19

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Electrical Engineering

For more information about Electrical Engineering and related fields, please visit the department website http://engineering.case.edu/eecs/.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I

4 MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II

4

3.

Choose one: a. ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer

Programming (preferred) or b. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics or PHYS 123 – Physics and Frontiers I (invitation only)

3 – 4 Choose one: a. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics or b. ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer

Programming (if not taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

4. CHEM 111 – Principles of Chemistry for Engineers

4 ENGR 145 – Chemistry of Materials 4

5.

Arts/Humanities or Social Science course

3 – 4

Choose one: a. Arts/Humanities or Social Science or b. Technical elective or EECS course of

interest or c. PHYS 122 – General Physics II –

Electricity & Magnetism (if PHYS 121 taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 18 – 19 Total Hours 17 – 19

Engineering Physics

For more information about Engineering Physics, please visit the Physics department website http://www.phys.cwru.edu/undergrad/programs/bs_engr.php.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4

USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I

4 MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II

4

3.

PHYS 121 – General Physics I – Mechanics or PHYS 123 – Physics and Frontiers I (invitation only)

4 PHYS 122 – General Physics II – Electricity and Magnetism or PHYS 124 – Physics and Frontiers II

4

4. CHEM 111 – Principles of Chemistry for Engineers

4

ENGR 145 – Chemistry of Materials

4

5. PHYS 166† – Physics Today and Tomorrow

1 ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer Programming

3

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 7. Total Hours 16 -- 17 Total Hours 18 † PHYS 166 – Physics Today and Tomorrow is

not required, but is strongly recommended for students with an interest in physics.

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Engineering Undesignated

For more information about the Engineering Undesignated degree, please set up an appointment to meet with Associate Dean Patrick Crago ([email protected]) in the Engineering Dean’s Office (Nord 500) by calling

(216)368-8859. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4

USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I

4 MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II

4

3.

Choose one: a. ENGR 131 for all engineering majors

except Computer Science or Computer Engineering, or EECS 132 for Computer Science and Computer Engineering majors or

b. PHYS 121 – General Physics I – Mechanics or PHYS 123 – Physics and Frontiers I (invitation only)

(ENGR 131 or EECS 132 preferred)

3 – 4 Choose one: a. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics or b. Computer Programming Course (if not

taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

4. CHEM 111 – Principles of Chemistry for Engineers

4

ENGR 145 – Chemistry of Materials

4

5.

PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Choose one: a. Arts/Humanities or Social Science or b. Engineering course of interest or c. PHYS 122 – General Physics II –

Electricity & Magnetism (if PHYS 121 taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 15 – 16 Total Hours 17 – 19

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Materials Science and Engineering

For more information about Materials Science and Engineering, please visit the department website http://dmseg5.case.edu/.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I

4 MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II

4

3.

Choose one: a. ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer

Programming (preferred) or b. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics or PHYS 123 – Physics and Frontiers I (invitation only)

3 – 4 Choose one: a. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics or b. ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer

Programming (if not taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

4. CHEM 111 – Principles of Chemistry for Engineers

4 ENGR 145 – Chemistry of Materials 4

5.

EMSE 110 – Transitioning Ideas to Reality I – Materials in Service of Industry and Society

1 EMSE 120 – Transitioning Ideas to Reality II – Manufacturing Laboratory

2

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 16 – 17 Total Hours 16 – 17

* Students interested in learning about the field of Materials Science might consider including EMSE 125 – Freshman Research in Material Science & Engineering (1 credit hour) – in their fall and/or spring semester schedules.

Mechanical Engineering

For more information about Mechanical Engineering, please visit the department website http://engineering.case.edu/emae/.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4

USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I

4

MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II

4

3. CHEM 111 – Principles of Chemistry for Engineers

4

ENGR 145 – Chemistry of Materials

4

4.

PHYS 121 – General Physics I – Mechanics or PHYS 123 – Physics and Frontiers I (invitation only)

4 PHYS 122 – General Physics II – Electricity & Magnetism or PHYS 124 – Physics and Frontiers II

4

5. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer

Programming 3

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 16 Total Hours 18

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Polymer Science and Engineering

For more information about Polymer Science and Engineering, please visit the Macromolecular Science and Engineering Department website http://polymers.case.edu/.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4

USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I

4 MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II

4

3.

Choose one: a. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics or PHYS 123 – Physics and Frontiers I (invitation only) or

b. ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer Programming

(Physics is preferred)

3 – 4 Choose one: a. ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer

Programming or b. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics (if not taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

4. CHEM 111 – Principles of Chemistry for Engineers

4 ENGR 145 – Chemistry of Materials 4

5.

PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Choose one: a. PHYS 122 – General Physics II –

Electricity and Magnetism or PHYS 124 – Physics and Frontiers II or

b. Arts/Humanities or Social Science course

(Physics is preferred if PHYS 121 was taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

6. 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 15 – 16 Total Hours 17 – 19

* Students interested in learning about the field of Polymer Science might consider including EMAC 125 – Freshmen Research on Polymers – in their fall semester schedule.

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Systems and Control Engineering

For more information about Systems and Control Engineering and related majors, please visit the department website

http://engineering.case.edu/eecs/. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I

4 MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II

4

3.

Choose one: a. ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer

Programming (preferred) or b. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics or PHYS 123 – Physics and Frontiers I (invitation only)

3 – 4 Choose one: a. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics or b. ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer

Programming (if not taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

4. CHEM 111 – Principles of Chemistry for Engineers

4 ENGR 145 – Chemistry of Materials 4

5.

Arts/Humanities or Social Science course

3 – 4 Choose one: a. Arts/Humanities or Social Science or b. Technical elective or EECS course of

interest or c. PHYS 122 – General Physics II –

Electricity & Magnetism (if PHYS 121 taken in the fall semester)

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 18 – 19 Total Hours 17 – 19

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Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing

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Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing General Education Requirements SAGES (Seminar Approach to General Education and Scholarship)

Effective Fall 2012 SAGES is an innovative undergraduate experience designed to establish foundations for academic inquiry. Students fulfill their Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing General Education Requirements with a sequence of specially developed seminars and selected courses. Course credit earned by Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, proficiency examinations, and transfer may be used to satisfy general education requirements.

SAGES Program Seminars (13 semester hours) The First Seminar* (4 semester hours, to be taken in the first semester of enrollment) The First Seminar focuses on the development of critical thinking and communication skills through the use of a variety of approaches, media, and perspectives to explore the human mind and the nature of inquiry. This course is designed to strengthen writing and analytical skills while building a foundation in ethics, information literacy, and cultural diversity. Select from: First Seminar: The Life of the Mind (FSCC 100) or First Seminar: Natural World (FSNA 1xx) or First Seminar: Social World (FSSO 1xx) or First Seminar: Symbolic World (FSSY 1xx) Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ On the basis of test scores and a writing sample, some students will be placed in First Seminars designed to provide additional writing support. Most students for whom English is a second language will continue their First Seminar experience in a second semester by enrolling in and completing FSCS 150 – First Seminar: Continuing Semester (3 semester hours). *Transfer Students only: Transfer students who have completed the English composition/expository writing requirement with a grade of C or higher at the college/university at which they previously matriculated will receive transfer credit for FSCC 100-TR (3 – 6 semester hours) and will be required to complete a supplemental 1-semester hour SAGES introductory seminar – FSTS 100. University Seminars (6 semester hours, minimum of two seminars, to be completed in the first two years of enrollment as specified below) After completion of the First Seminar, students must complete two University Seminars, with each seminar selected from a different thematic group. Each University Seminar explores one of three themes, with the content determined according to the interests of the faculty. University Seminars provide continued experience in critical reading, writing, and oral communication as well as information literacy, ethics, and cultural diversity. University Seminars must be completed by end of the fourth semester of enrollment. Select from: University Seminar: Thinking About the Natural World (USNA 2xx) University Seminar: Thinking About the Social World (USSO 2xx) University Seminar: Thinking About the Symbolic World (USSY 2xx) Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Department Seminar (3 semester hours) The Department Seminar includes seminar-based discussion as well as instruction and experience in the kinds of writing characteristic of the Department Seminar’s discipline. The Department Seminar may be taken in the department of the student’s major or in another department. It is taken after the completion of the University Seminars, ordinarily in the fourth – sixth semester of study. NOTE: Most Nursing students will complete NURS 320 to fulfill the Department Seminar requirement. Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____

University Composition Requirement Students develop a Writing Portfolio comprising final graded writing assignments from the First Seminar and University Seminars. The Writing Portfolio is submitted for evaluation after completing the final University seminar. Writing competence must be established in order to fulfill the University’s English Composition requirement for graduation. Writing Portfolio Term Submitted and Accepted _____

Physical Education (Must total 2 full semesters at zero credits): Students choose from half-semester and full-semester course offerings to be completed in the first year. NOTE: Most Nursing students will use NURS 277 to count as a half-semester of PHED credit; this course may be used again in the junior year for a second half-semester. Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____

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Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing General Education Requirements – SAGES (continued)

Breadth Requirements (at least 30 semester hours – minimum of ten 3 or 4-semester hour courses) NOTE: Two courses used to fulfill requirements for the major also may be used to fulfill the breadth requirements. Arts and Humanities (6 – 8 semester hours) Two 3 or 4-semester hour Arts and Humanities courses

Select from: Arabic (ARAB), Art History (ARTH), Art Studio (ARTS), Chinese (CHIN), Classics (CLSC), Dance (DANC), English (ENGL), French (FRCH), German (GRMN), Greek (GREK), Hebrew (HBRW), History (HSTY), Italian (ITAL), Japanese (JAPN), Latin (LATN), Music - General (MUGN), Music - History (MUHI), Music - Popular Music (MUPM), Music - Theory (MUTH), Philosophy (PHIL), Portuguese (PORT), Religious Studies (RLGN), Russian (RUSN), Spanish (SPAN), Theater (THTR), World Literature (WLIT)

Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Natural and Mathematical Sciences (18 semester hours) (a) Mathematical Reasoning and Analysis (3 semester hours) ANTH 319* or PSCL 282* or STAT 201* Term ____ Course _______________ Grade _____ *A student who successfully completes any one of these courses is not eligible to enroll in or receive credit for either of the other two. (b) Natural Sciences (15 semester hours) BIOL 114 Term ____ Grade _____ BIOL 116 Term ____ Grade _____ BIOL 117 Term ____ Grade _____ BIOL 119 Term ____ Grade _____ BIOL 121 Term ____ Grade _____ Social Sciences (6 semester hours) SOCI 203 or approved course in human growth Term ____ Course _______________ Grade _____ and development Any additional 3-semester hour Social Science course Select from: Anthropology (ANTH), Cognitive Science (COGS), Communication Sciences (COSI), Economics (ECON), Political Science (POSC), Psychology (PSCL), Sociology (SOCI)

Term ____ Course _______________ Grade _____

SAGES Senior Capstone (3 – 6 semester hours) The Senior Capstone assimilates the knowledge and skills gained throughout the educational process. Students engage in a unique one or two semester experience designed in consultation with a faculty member. Each Capstone Experience must include key elements:

a) Demonstration of critical thinking and writing skills; b) Regular oversight by the Capstone advisor; c) Periodic reporting of progress; d) regular writing (e.g. drafts, progress reports, critiques) throughout the project including a final written report which may be a thesis or equivalent document associated with the project or activity (e.g., such pursuits as performance, experiment, live case analysis, or creative writing), as approved by the department of capstone origin; e) Oral reports including a final public presentation at the Senior Capstone Fair, a conference, a performance, a public lecture, a teaching presentation, or other, as approved by the department of capstone origin.

Courses meeting this requirement include the designation “Approved SAGES Capstone” in their course descriptions. Some majors include and specify a senior capstone. Please review the specific requirements of your major(s) in the General Bulletin. NOTE: Most Nursing students will complete NURS 373 to fulfill the SAGES Senior Capstone requirement. SAGES Senior Capstone Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____

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Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing First-Year Schedule Development Recommendations

One of the unique characteristics of the CWRU Nursing program is that students gain clinical experience in their first year. In light of this, Nursing students have very specific knowledge sets and experiences that they must include in each semester schedule. You will see that your first-year schedule is very structured. You will be involved in clinicals, nursing courses, biology courses, SAGES seminars, physical education (including the required CPR/First Aid course), and General Education Requirement courses. The following schedule development recommendations are based on the assumption that students have not earned any college credit as a result of AP or IB test scores or transfer credit. Students with AP or IB credit should consult the AP and IB Course Equivalences on pages 55-58 to determine appropriate course placement. For example, students with an AP Biology score of 4 or 5 should not enroll in BIOL 114; those with an AP score of 4 will earn credit for BIOL 114, while those with an AP score of 5 will get credit for BIOL 200-TR and will be able to count this in place of BIOL 114 and use it as a pre-requisite for subsequent courses. For more information about the BSN program in the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, please visit the department website http://fpb.case.edu/BSN/index.shtm. Schedule Development Instructions:

• Nursing students will be pre-registered for their first semester Nursing and Biology courses prior to course registration. DO NOT DROP OR REPLACE THESE COURSES. Only students with AP, IB or transfer credit for the first semester Biology courses may select replacement courses.

• Students should make course selections in the following areas for the fall semester, keeping in mind that pre-registered Biology and Nursing courses will occupy certain time blocks during which other classes cannot be scheduled (e.g., BIOL 114 occurs MWF, 11:30 a.m. – 12:20 p.m., therefore, courses offered during this time cannot be taken):

1. Arts and Humanities or Social Science General Education Requirements 2. Physical Education activity course(s) or Varsity Sport

• During the fall semester, students will work with their advisor to register for the required Nursing and Biology courses for the Spring Semester and to make course selections in the following areas:

1. University Seminar selection 2. Physical Education activity course(s) or Varsity Sport

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar 4

USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar 3

2. *NURS 110 – Foundations of the Discipline 1 NURS 120 – Nursing Informatics I: Intro 2

3. *NURS 111 – Foundations of the Practice 3 NURS 122 – Nursing Assessment 3

4. *BIOL 114 – Principles of Biology 3 NURS 160 – Community Engagement Seminar I 1

5. *BIOL 116 – Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology I 3

NURS 201 – Applied Nutrition in Health & Disease 2

6. Arts/Humanities or Social Science course 3 – 4 BIOL 117 – Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology II 3

7.

*NURS 277 – BCLS and First Aid for Health Care Providers (as one half-semester of PHED credit) 0

BIOL 119 – Concepts for a Molecular View of Biology 3

8. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 17 – 18 Total Hours 17 * You will be pre-registered for these courses

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Weatherhead School of Management

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Weatherhead School of Management General Education Requirements SAGES (Seminar Approach to General Education and Scholarship)

Effective Fall 2012 SAGES is an innovative undergraduate experience designed to establish foundations for academic inquiry. Students fulfill their Weatherhead School of Management General Education Requirements with a sequence of specially developed seminars and selected courses. Course credit earned by Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, proficiency examinations, and transfer may be used to satisfy general education requirements.

SAGES Program Seminars (13 semester hours) The First Seminar* (4 semester hours, to be taken in the first semester of enrollment) The First Seminar focuses on the development of critical thinking and communication skills through the use of a variety of approaches, media, and perspectives to explore the human mind and the nature of inquiry. This course is designed to strengthen writing and analytical skills while building a foundation in ethics, information literacy, and cultural diversity. Select from: First Seminar: The Life of the Mind (FSCC 100) or First Seminar: Natural World (FSNA 1xx) or First Seminar: Social World (FSSO 1xx) or First Seminar: Symbolic World (FSSY 1xx) Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ On the basis of test scores and a writing sample, some students will be placed in First Seminars designed to provide additional writing support. Most students for whom English is a second language will continue their First Seminar experience in a second semester by enrolling in and completing FSCS 150 – First Seminar: Continuing Semester (3 semester hours). *Transfer Students only: Transfer students who have completed the English composition/expository writing requirement with a grade of C or higher at the college/university at which they previously matriculated will receive transfer credit for FSCC 100-TR (3 – 6 semester hours) and will be required to complete a supplemental 1-semester hour SAGES introductory seminar – FSTS 100. University Seminars (6 semester hours, minimum of two seminars, to be completed in the first two years of enrollment as specified below) After completion of the First Seminar, students must complete two University Seminars, with each seminar selected from a different thematic group. Each University Seminar explores one of three themes, with the content determined according to the interests of the faculty. University Seminars provide continued experience in critical reading, writing, and oral communication as well as information literacy, ethics, and cultural diversity. University Seminars must be completed by end of the fourth semester of enrollment. Select from: University Seminar: Thinking About the Natural World (USNA 2xx) University Seminar: Thinking About the Social World (USSO 2xx) University Seminar: Thinking About the Symbolic World (USSY 2xx) Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Department Seminar (3 semester hours) The Department Seminar includes seminar-based discussion as well as instruction and experience in the kinds of writing characteristic of the Department Seminar’s discipline. The Department Seminar may be taken in the department of the student’s major or in another department. It is taken after the completion of the University Seminars, ordinarily in the fourth – sixth semester of study. NOTE: Most students pursuing a degree from the Weatherhead School of Management will take three one-credit MGMT 395 seminars to complete the Department Seminar requirement. Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____

University Composition Requirement Students develop a Writing Portfolio comprising final graded writing assignments from the First Seminar and University Seminars. The Writing Portfolio is submitted for evaluation after completing the final University seminar. Writing competence must be established in order to fulfill the University’s English Composition requirement for graduation. Writing Portfolio Term Submitted and Accepted ____ Physical Education (Must total 2 full semesters at zero credits): Students choose from half-semester and full-semester course offerings to be completed in the first year. Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____

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Weatherhead School of Management General Education Requirements – SAGES (continued)

Breadth Requirements (at least 27 semester hours – minimum of nine 3 or 4-semester hour courses) NOTE: Two courses used to fulfill requirements for the major also may be used to fulfill the breadth requirements. Arts and Humanities (6 – 8 semester hours) Two 3 or 4-semester hour Arts and Humanities courses

Select from: Arabic (ARAB), Art History (ARTH), Art Studio (ARTS), Chinese (CHIN), Classics (CLSC), Dance (DANC), English (ENGL), French (FRCH), German (GRMN), Greek (GREK), Hebrew (HBRW), History (HSTY), Italian (ITAL), Japanese (JAPN), Latin (LATN), Music - General (MUGN), Music - History (MUHI), Music - Popular Music (MUPM), Music - Theory (MUTH), Philosophy (PHIL), Portuguese (PORT), Religious Studies (RLGN), Russian (RUSN), Spanish (SPAN), Theater (THTR), World Literature (WLIT)

Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _______________ Grade _____ Natural and Mathematical Sciences (17 semester hours) MATH 125 Term _____ Grade _____ MATH 126 Term _____ Grade _____ OPRE 207 Term _____ Grade _____ Any two 3 or 4-semester hour Natural Science courses Term _____ Course _______________ Grade _____

Term _____ Course _______________ Grade _____ Select from: Astronomy (ASTR), Biochemistry (BIOC), Biology (BIOL), Chemistry (CHEM), Geology (GEOL), Nutrition (NTRN), Physics (PHYS)

Social Sciences (6 semester hours) Management majors Any two 3-semester hour Social Science courses except ECON 102*, ECON 103*, or ECON 326**. Select from: Anthropology (ANTH), Cognitive Science (COGS), Communication Sciences (COSI), Economics (ECON), Political Science (POSC), Psychology (PSCL), Sociology (SOCI) Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _______________ Grade _____ Accounting majors COSI 200 or COSI 280 Term _____ Course _______________ Grade _____ Any 3-semester hour Social Science course except ECON 102* or ECON 103*. Select from: Anthropology (ANTH), Cognitive Science (COGS), Communication Sciences (COSI), Economics (ECON), Political Science (POSC), Psychology (PSCL), Sociology (SOCI) Term _____ Course _______________ Grade _____ *ECON 102 and 103 are included in Accounting and Management major requirements. **ECON 326 is a Management major requirement.

SAGES Senior Capstone (3 – 6 semester hours) The Senior Capstone assimilates the knowledge and skills gained throughout the educational process. Students engage in a unique one or two semester experience designed in consultation with a faculty member. Each Capstone Experience must include key elements:

a) Demonstration of critical thinking and writing skills; b) Regular oversight by the Capstone advisor; c) Periodic reporting of progress; d) regular writing (e.g. drafts, progress reports, critiques) throughout the project including a final written report which may be a thesis or equivalent document associated with the project or activity (e.g., such pursuits as performance, experiment, live case analysis, or creative writing), as approved by the department of capstone origin; e) Oral reports including a final public presentation at the Senior Capstone Fair, a conference, a performance, a public lecture, a teaching presentation, or other, as approved by the department of capstone origin.

Courses meeting this requirement include the designation “Approved SAGES Capstone” in their course descriptions. Some majors include and specify a senior capstone. Please review the specific requirements of your major(s) in the General Bulletin. SAGES Senior Capstone Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____

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Weatherhead School of Management First-Year Schedule Development Recommendations

Weatherhead School of Management offers degrees in both Accounting and Management (See the College of Arts and Sciences for the Economics major.). The sample schedules listed below demonstrate, that while there are key courses that should be included in the first year, students interested in these majors also have a great deal of flexibility in building their first and second semester schedules. Students considering these majors should, at a minimum, enroll in MATH 125 and ACCT 101. For more information about undergraduate programs in the Weatherhead School of Management, please visit the department website http://weatherhead.case.edu/undergraduate/. Schedule Development Instructions:

• Students placed into MATH 120 will include that course the first semester and MATH 125 in the second semester. Conversely, students with AP, IB or college credit for Calculus I may register for Calculus II in their first semester and OPRE 207 in the second semester.

• Students interested in pursuing enhanced courses in math and/or physics should review the course descriptions and registration information found on page 34. Please note that enrollment in enhanced math and physics courses is limited and by invitation only.

• Students should try to include a University Seminar in their second semester. However, students may defer their two University Seminars until the second year.

• The following schedule development recommendations are based upon the assumption that students have not earned any college credit as a result of AP or IB test scores or transfer credit. Students with AP or IB credit should consult the AP and IB Course Equivalences on pages 55-58 to determine appropriate course placement. For example, students with an AP Calculus BC score of 5 will earn credit for MATH 121 and MATH 122 and may enroll in OPRE 207.

• Students should plan to enroll in courses totaling 14-17 credit-hours in the first semester. This will ordinarily mean 3 or 4 academic, credit-bearing courses, in addition to First Seminar.

• The Accounting major specifies certain courses that their students must take within the Social Science category; please check these carefully before making decisions about course selection.

Accounting Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar 4

USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar 3

2.

MATH 125 – Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences I 4

MATH 126 – Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences II 4

3. ACCT 101 – Introduction to Financial Accounting 3

ACCT 102 – Management Accounting 3

4.

ECON 102 – Principles of Microeconomics or ECON 103 – Principles of Macroeconomics or Arts/Humanities, Natural Science, Social Science* course or open elective 3 – 4

ECON 102 – Principles of Microeconomics or ECON 103 – Principles of Macroeconomics or Arts/Humanities, Natural Science, Social Science* course or open elective 3 – 4

5.

Optional: Arts/Humanities, Natural Science, Social Science* course or open elective 3 – 4

Optional: Arts/Humanities, Natural Science, Social Science* course or open elective 3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 8. Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 14 – 17

* Select from COSI 200 – Interpersonal Communication or COSI 280 – Organizational Communication OR other Social Science course.

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Management Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar 4

USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar 3

2.

MATH 125 – Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences I 4

MATH 126 – Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences II 4

3. ACCT 101 – Introduction to Financial Accounting 3

ACCT 102 – Management Accounting 3

4.

ECON 102 – Principles of Microeconomics or ECON 103 – Principles of Macroeconomics or Arts/Humanities, Natural Science, Social Science* course or open elective 3 – 4

ECON 102 – Principles of Microeconomics or ECON 103 – Principles of Macroeconomics or Arts/Humanities, Natural Science, Social Science* course or open elective 3 – 4

5.

Optional: Arts/Humanities, Natural Science, Social Science* course or open elective 3 – 4

Optional: Arts/Humanities, Natural Science, Social Science* course or open elective 3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 8. Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 14 – 17

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College of Arts and Sciences General Education Requirements SAGES (Seminar Approach to General Education and Scholarship)

Effective Fall 2012 SAGES is an innovative undergraduate experience designed to establish foundations for academic inquiry. Students fulfill their College of Arts and Sciences General Education Requirements with a sequence of specially developed seminars and selected courses. Course credit earned by Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, proficiency examinations, and transfer may be used to satisfy general education requirements.

SAGES Program Seminars (13 semester hours) The First Seminar* (4 semester hours, to be taken in the first semester of enrollment) The First Seminar focuses on the development of critical thinking and communication skills through the use of a variety of approaches, media, and perspectives to explore the human mind and the nature of inquiry. This course is designed to strengthen writing and analytical skills while building a foundation in ethics, information literacy, and cultural diversity. Select from: First Seminar: The Life of the Mind (FSCC 100) or First Seminar: Natural World (FSNA 1xx) or First Seminar: Social World (FSSO 1xx) or First Seminar: Symbolic World (FSSY 1xx) Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ On the basis of test scores and a writing sample, some students will be placed in First Seminars designed to provide additional writing support. Most students for whom English is a second language will continue their First Seminar experience in a second semester by enrolling in and completing FSCS 150 – First Seminar: Continuing Semester (3 semester hours). *Transfer Students only: Transfer students who have completed the English composition/expository writing requirement with a grade of C or higher at the college/university at which they previously matriculated will receive transfer credit for FSCC 100-TR (3 – 6 semester hours) and will be required to complete a supplemental 1-semester hour SAGES introductory seminar – FSTS 100. University Seminars (6 semester hours, minimum of two seminars, to be completed in the first two years of enrollment as specified below) After completion of the First Seminar, students must complete two University Seminars, with each seminar selected from a different thematic group. Each University Seminar explores one of three themes, with the content determined according to the interests of the faculty. University Seminars provide continued experience in critical reading, writing, and oral communication as well as information literacy, ethics, and cultural diversity. University Seminars must be completed by end of the fourth semester of enrollment. Select from: University Seminar: Thinking About the Natural World (USNA 2xx) University Seminar: Thinking About the Social World (USSO 2xx) University Seminar: Thinking About the Symbolic World (USSY 2xx) Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Department Seminar (3 semester hours) The Department Seminar includes seminar-based discussion as well as instruction and experience in the kinds of writing characteristic of the Department Seminar’s discipline. The Department Seminar may be taken in the department of the student’s major or in another department. It is taken after the completion of the University Seminars, ordinarily in the fourth – sixth semester of study. NOTE: Students pursuing a degree from the College of Arts and Sciences may not fulfill the department seminar requirement by taking a course that is being used to fulfill an Arts & Humanities, Social Science, or Natural and Mathematical Science breadth requirement. A course that has been designated as a Department Seminar and that also falls into the Global and Cultural Diversity category may be used to fulfill both requirements. Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____

University Composition Requirement Students develop a Writing Portfolio comprising final graded writing assignments from the First Seminar and University Seminars. The Writing Portfolio is submitted for evaluation after completing the final University seminar. Writing competence must be established in order to fulfill the University’s English Composition requirement for graduation. Writing Portfolio Term Submitted and Accepted____

Physical Education (Must total 2 full semesters at zero credits): Students choose from half-semester and full-semester course offerings to be completed in the first year. Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____

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College of Arts and Sciences General Education Requirements – SAGES (continued)

Breadth Requirements (18 semester hours – minimum of six 3 or 4-semester hour courses)

NOTE: Two courses used to fulfill requirements for the major also may be used to fulfill the breadth requirements.

Arts and Humanities (6 – 8 semester hours) Two 3 or 4-semester hour Arts and Humanities courses

Select from: Arabic (ARAB), Art History (ARTH), Art Studio (ARTS), Chinese (CHIN), Classics (CLSC), Dance (DANC), English (ENGL), French (FRCH), German (GRMN), Greek (GREK), Hebrew (HBRW), History (HSTY), Italian (ITAL), Japanese (JAPN), Latin (LATN), Music - General (MUGN), Music - History (MUHI), Music - Popular Music (MUPM), Music - Theory (MUTH), Philosophy (PHIL), Portuguese (PORT), Religious Studies (RLGN), Russian (RUSN), Spanish (SPAN), Theater (THTR), World Literature (WLIT)

Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____

Natural and Mathematical Sciences (6 - 8 semester hours) Two 3 or 4-semester hour Natural and Mathematical Science courses

Select from: Astronomy (ASTR), Biochemistry (BIOC), Biology (BIOL), Chemistry (CHEM), Geology (GEOL), Mathematics (MATH), Nutrition (NTRN), Physics (PHYS), Statistics (STAT)

Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Social Sciences (6 semester hours) Two 3-semester hour Social Science courses

Select from: Anthropology (ANTH), Cognitive Science (COGS), Communication Sciences (COSI), Economics (ECON), Political Science (POSC), Psychology (PSCL), Sociology (SOCI)

Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____ Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____

Quantitative Reasoning (3 – 4 semester hours) Each student must complete at least one 3 or 4-semester hour course identified as a mathematical reasoning course. Such a course may also be used to fulfill a major or minor requirement and/or one of the breadth requirements.

Select from: ANTH 319, EECS 132, ENGR 131, MATH 121, 125, 150, PHIL 201, PSCL 282, STAT 201

Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____

Global and Cultural Diversity (3 – 4 semester hours) The goal of the Global and Cultural Diversity requirement is to provide students with the opportunity for academic reflection about the variation in human experience. Courses that satisfy this requirement must (1) substantively explore one or more cultures outside the United States, or (2) address in a substantive way ethnic, gender, sexual, religious, or other cultural practices within or outside the United States, so as to provide students with fresh perspectives on their own cultural assumptions, traditions, and experiences. Such a course may also be used to fulfill a major or minor requirement and/or one of the breadth requirements.

Select from: AMST 117; ANTH 233, 349, 353; ARTH 101, 102, 220, 241, 249, 260, 301, 358, 359, 360, 361, 367; ASIA 288, 289; BETH 315A, 315B, 315C, 315D, 315E; CLSC 206, 210; DANC 121; ENGL 270, 343, 363H, 365E, 365N, 365Q, 366G, 371; ETHS 214, 218, 220, 232, 234, 252A, 252B, 253A, 253B, 254, 258, 260, 261, 262, 268, 280, 287, 316, 336, 340, 362, 363H, 364, 365Q, 369, 393; HSTY 113, 117, 135, 136, 163, 206, 210, 211, 214, 215, 216, 218, 220, 224, 232, 234, 235, 238, 241, 246, 252A, 254, 257, 258, 259, 260, 261, 262, 265, 268, 270, 272, 278, 280, 285, 287, 288, 289, 303, 309, 312, 314, 315, 319, 327, 328, 329, 332, 333, 334, 335, 336, 338, 339, 340, 341, 342, 345, 346, 353, 354, 363, 371, 375, 381, 383, 385, 387, 389, 393; JDST 208, 218, 220, 228, 231, 233, 254, 341, 371, 389; MUED 305; PHIL 221, 270, 316, 325, 356; POSC 260, 326, 342, 361; 362, 364, 369, 370D, 370H, 377, 379, 381; RLGN 102, 208, 221, 223, 231, 232, 238, 254, 270, 312, 315, 319, 371, 373, 374; SASS 325, 375A, 375B, 375C, 375D, 375E; SJUS 100; SOCI 270, 381; WGST 270, 315A, 325, 343, 353, 354, 363; WLIT 363H, 365E, 365N, 365Q, 366G.

Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____

SAGES Senior Capstone (3 – 6 semester hours) The Senior Capstone assimilates the knowledge and skills gained throughout the educational process. Students engage in a unique one or two semester experience designed in consultation with a faculty member. Each Capstone Experience must include key elements: a) Demonstration of critical thinking and writing skills; b) Regular oversight by the Capstone advisor; c) Periodic reporting of progress; d) Oral reports including a final public presentation at the Senior Capstone Fair, a conference, a performance, a public lecture, a teaching presentation, or other, as approved by the department of capstone origin.

Courses meeting this requirement include the designation “Approved SAGES Capstone” in their course descriptions. Some majors include and specify a senior capstone. Please review the specific requirements of your major(s) in the General Bulletin.

SAGES Senior Capstone Term _____ Course _____________ Grade _____

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College of Arts and Sciences First Year Schedule Development Recommendations

The College of Arts and Sciences offers majors in fields ranging from Art Education to Physics and Classics. As you review the sample schedules below you will quickly recognize the significant flexibility that exists. While some of the studio and performing arts and the sciences have somewhat more structure in their schedules, students pursuing interests in the College of Arts and Sciences usually are able to design a schedule that both meets their needs and allows them to explore a variety of interests. The sample schedules listed below are meant to serve as a starting point to developing your first year course schedules. Each major lists certain courses that should be included in the schedule for students who are exploring an interest in that major. For example, students interested in a Biology major should include both CHEM 105 and MATH 125 (or MATH 121); and a student interested in Psychology, should include PSCL 101 in their first semester. Please note that the sample schedules listed below include only first majors as described on the Majors and Minors list outlined earlier in the FYI Guide. Schedule Development Instructions:

• Students should take four or five academic, credit-bearing courses (including First Seminar) in their first semester totaling no more than 19 semester hours, though many majors recommend fewer than 19 semester hours.

• The following schedule development recommendations are based upon the assumption that students have not earned any college credit as a result of AP or IB test scores or transfer credit. Students with AP or IB credit should consult the AP and IB Course Equivalences on pages 55-59 to determine appropriate course placement. For example, students with an AP Calculus BC score of 5 will earn credit for MATH 121 and 122 and may enroll in MATH 223.

• Students placed in MATH 120 may NOT enroll in PHYS 121 or 123 or MATH 121 or 125 concurrently. • Students interested in pursuing enhanced courses in math and/or physics should review the course

descriptions and registration information found on page 34. Please note that enrollment in enhanced math and physics courses is limited and by invitation only.

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Anthropology

For more information about Anthropology, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/artsci/anth/. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

ANTH 102 – Being Human: An Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology or ANTH 103 – Introduction to Human Evolution

3 ANTH 103 – Introduction to Human Evolution or ANTH 102 – Being Human: An Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology

3

3.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or ANTH requirement, or open elective

3 – 4

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 15 – 17

Four concentrations are available within the Anthropology major: General Anthropology, Medical Anthropology, Archaeology, and Physical Anthropology. Students should consult the General Bulletin to see specific course requirements for each concentration.

* Students interested in the Archaeology concentration should also consider ANTH 107 – Archaeology: An Introduction. Students interested in the Medical Anthropology concentration should also consider ANTH 215 – Introduction to Medical Anthropology.

Art Education

For more information about Art Education, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/artsci/artedu/ and contact Professor Tim Shuckerow at [email protected].

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. ARTH 101 – Art History I: Pyramids to Pagodas

3 ARTH 102 – Art History II: Michelangelo to Maya Lin

3

3.

PSCL 101 – Introduction to Psychology 3 Global & Cultural Diversity or Natural and Mathematical Sciences course or no course

0 – 4

4. Art Studio courses arranged by Cleveland Institute of Art*

6 Art Studio courses arranged by Cleveland Institute of Art*

6 – 9

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 16 Total Hours 15 – 19

*Students will register for Art Studio courses at the Cleveland Institute of Art during New Student Orientation in August with the assistance of Professor Timothy Shuckerow, Director of the Art Education program.

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Art History For more information about Art History, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/artsci/arth/arth.html. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. ARTH 101 – Art History I: Pyramids to Pagodas

3 ARTH 102 – Art History II: Michelangelo to Maya Lin

3

3.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Choose one: a. Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural

Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or

b. 200- or 300-level ARTH course or c. open elective

3 – 4

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Choose one: a. Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural

Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or

b. ARTS course or c. open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 15 – 17

* There is no language requirement for the major in Art History, but two years of foreign language study (preferably German) is encouraged.

Astronomy (BA and BS)

For more information about Astronomy, please visit the department website http://astronomy.case.edu .

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I

4 MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II

4

3. PHYS 121 – General Physics I – Mechanics

4

PHYS 122 – General Physics II – Electricity & Magnetism

4

4.

ENGR 131* or Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Social Science course, ENGR 131*, or open elective

3 – 4

5. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 ASTR 151** – Doing Astronomy 1 6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 15 – 16 Total Hours 15 – 16

* ENGR 131 may also be taken in the spring semester. However, students placed into MATH 120 in the fall semester should take ENGR 131 in the fall and PHYS 121 in the spring semester.

**ASTR 151 is highly recommended, but not required for the major.

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Biochemistry (BA and BS)

For more information about Biochemistry, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/med/biochemistry/home.html.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I (BS) or MATH 125 – Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences I (BA)

4 MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II (BS) or MATH 126 – Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences II (BA)

4

3.

CHEM 105 – Principles of Chemistry I or CHEM 111 – Principles of Chemistry for Engineers

3 – 4 CHEM 106 – Principles of Chemistry II or ENGR 145 – Chemistry of Materials

3 – 4

4.

BIOL 214 – Genes, Evolution, and Ecology BIOL 214L – Genes, Evolution, and Ecology Lab

3 1

BIOL 215 – Cells and Proteins BIOL 215L – Cells and Proteins Lab

3 1

5. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 CHEM 113* – Principles of Chemistry

Laboratory 2

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 15 – 16 Total Hours 16 – 17

* CHEM 113 can be taken in either fall or spring semesters. However, students who have a somewhat limited exposure to chemistry should defer enrollment in CHEM 113 until the spring semester.

* University Seminar may be postponed until the second year, but two University Seminars must be completed by the end of the second year.

Biology (BA and BS)

For more information about all biology majors, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/artsci/biol/. Students interested in a functional and/or mathematical approach to the study of biological systems should explore

the Systems Biology degree on page 126. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

MATH 125 – Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences I or MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I*

4 MATH 126 – Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences II or MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II*

4

3.

CHEM 105 – Principles of Chemistry I 3 CHEM 106 – Principles of Chemistry II CHEM 113 – Principles of Chemistry Laboratory *

3 2

4.

BIOL 214 – Genes, Evolution, and Ecology BIOL 214L – Genes, Evolution, and Ecology Lab

3 1

BIOL 215 – Cells and Proteins BIOL 215L – Cells and Proteins Lab

3 1

5. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 15 Total Hours 16

*Students considering the BS in Systems Biology or other BS degrees should opt for MATH 121 and 122 rather than MATH 125 and 126.

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Chemistry (BA and BS)

For more information about Chemistry, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/artsci/chem/. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I (BS) or MATH 125 – Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences I (BA)

4 MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II (BS) or MATH 126 – Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences II (BA)

4

3. CHEM 105 – Principles of Chemistry I 3 CHEM 106 – Principles of Chemistry II 3

4.

CHEM 113 – Principles of Chemistry Laboratory*

2 Choose one: a. CHEM 113 – Principles of Chemistry

Laboratory (if not taken in the fall semester)

b. CHEM 114 – Chemistry Frontiers Laboratory (BS) or

c. Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Social Science course or

d. open elective

2 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Choose one: a. PHYS 121 – General Physics I –

Mechanics (BS) or b. Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural

Diversity, Social Science course or c. open elective (BA)

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 16 – 17 Total Hours 15 – 17

* CHEM 113 may be taken either in the fall or spring semesters. However, students with an interest in the B.S. Chemistry degree must enroll in CHEM 113 in the fall semester and CHEM 114 in the spring semester.

* Students not considering a B.S. Chemistry degree who have a somewhat limited exposure to chemistry should defer enrollment in CHEM 113 until the spring semester.

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Classics

For more information about Classics, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/artsci/clsc/index.html.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. CLSC 231: Greek Civilization 3 CLSC 232: Roman Civilization 3

3. Latin or Greek Language courses according to concentration and placement

3

Latin or Greek Language courses according to concentration and placement

3

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 16 – 17 Total Hours 16 – 17 * The department recommends that students

take four to six classes in closely related fields with consultation of department advisor such as Anthropology, Art History, History, English, Philosophy, and World Literature.

Cognitive Science (BA)

For more information about Cognitive Science, please visit the department website http://case.edu/artsci/cogs.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. COGS 101 – Introduction to Cognitive Science I

3 COGS 102 – Introduction to Cognitive Science II

3

3.

Department-approved COGS course or Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Department-approved COGS course or Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 15 – 17 Total Hours 15 – 17

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Communication Sciences – Communication Disorders

For more information about Communication Sciences, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/artsci/cosi/.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. COSI 109 – Introduction to Communication Disorders

3 COSI 220 – Intro to American Sign Language

3

3. PSCL 101 – Introduction to Psychology 3

COSI 260 – Multicultural Aspects of Human Communication

3

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 PSCL 282 – Quantitative Methods in Psychology or STAT 201 – Basic Statistics for the Social and Life Sciences

3

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 15 – 16

Computer Science (BA) For more information about Computer Science and other majors that deal with computers, electrical engineering, and

systems engineering, please visit the department website http://www.eecs.cwru.edu/. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

EECS 132 – Introduction to Programming in Java

3 Choose one: a. EECS 233 – Intro to Data Structures or b. EECS 281 – Logic Design and

Computer Organization or c. Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural

Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or

d. open elective

3 – 4

3.

MATH 125 – Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences I

4

MATH 126 – Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences II

4

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 17 – 19 Total Hours 16 – 19

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Dance

Currently, Dance is a concentration of the former Theater and Dance major; however, a new Dance major will be available in 2012. For more information about the current Dance concentration of the Theater and Dance major and the coming Dance major, please visit the department website http://dance.cwru.edu/ or contact the department chair,

Karen Potter at 216-368-1491. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

DANC 103, 104, or 203 – First or Second Year Modern Dance Techniques I (determined by placement)

3 DANC 104 or 204 – First or Second Year Modern Dance Technique (determined by placement)

3

3. DANC 121* – Dance in Culture: Ethnic Forms

3

DANC 261 or 361* – Second or Third Year Ballet (determined by placement

1 – 3

4.

DANC 260 or 360* – Second or Third Year Ballet (determined by placement)

1 – 3 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

6.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4

7. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport (DANC 386 pending for this requirement)**

0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport (DANC 386 pending for this requirement)**

0

Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 14 – 17 * DANC 121 and/or DANC 260/360 and

261/361 can be taken in the second year depending on demands of a second major and/or instead of one Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, etc,

** Students may participate in either a mainstage production or Mather Dance Collective (MaDaCol) for the 386 course.

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Economics

For more information about Economics, please visit the department website http://weatherhead.case.edu/econ/. Further information about majors in the field of business can be located at

http://weatherhead.case.edu/undergraduate/ and on pages 98-101. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

ECON 102 – Principles of Microeconomics or ECON 103 – Principles of Macroeconomics

3 ECON 103 – Principles of Macroeconomics or ECON 102 – Principles of Microeconomics

3

3.

MATH 125 – Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences I

4 MATH 126 – Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences II

4

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 15 – 17

English

For more information about English, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/artsci/engl/. Students also interested in literature might consider the World Literature major (http://www.case.edu/artsci/worldlit/).

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. A 200-level ENGL course* 3 A 200-level or 300-level ENGL course 3

3.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 14 – 17

* Students placed into an English as a Second Language First Seminar should defer a 200-level English course until the second semester.

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Geological Sciences* (BA and BS) or Environmental Geology* (BA)

For more information about Geological Sciences and related fields, please visit the Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences department website http://geology.cwru.edu/.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I (BS) or MATH 125 – Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences I (BA)

4 MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II (BS) or MATH 126 – Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences II (BA)

4

3. CHEM 105 – Principles of Chemistry I 3 CHEM 106 – Principles of Chemistry II 3

4.

CHEM 113 or Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Social Science course, or open elective

2 – 4 CHEM 113 or Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Social Science course, or open elective

2 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 16 – 17 Total Hours 15 – 18

* Students not completely sure about Geology or Environmental Geology as a major might want to select GEOL 110 and 119 – Physical Geology and Physical Geology Laboratory to test their interest in this major and defer CHEM 105-106-113 until the summer or the second year.

* CHEM 113 may be taken either in the fall or spring semesters. However, students who have a somewhat limited exposure to chemistry should defer enrollment in CHEM 113 until the spring semester.

History

For more information about History, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/artsci/hsty/.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

Choose one: a. HSTY 112 – Introduction to American

History or b. HSTY 113 – Introduction to Modern

World History or c. Other HSTY course of interest

3 Choose one: a. HSTY 113 – Introduction to Modern

World History or b. HSTY 112 – Introduction to American

History or c. Other HSTY course of interest

3

3.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or HSTY course of interest or open elective

3 -- 4

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 15 – 17

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History & Philosophy of Science

For more information about History & Philosophy of Science, please visit the program website http://www.case.edu/artsci/hpst/.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

PHIL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy 3 Choose one: a. HSTY 151 – Technology in European

Civilization or b. HSTY 202 – Science in Western

Thought II or c. HSTY/PHIL 203 – Natural Philosophy

3

3. HSTY course of interest 3 Department approved elective 3

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 15 – 17

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International Studies

For more information about International Studies, please visit the department website http://politicalscience.case.edu/international/.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

Choose one: a. ANTH 102 - Being Human: An

Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology or

b. ECON 102 – Intro to Microeconomics or c. HSTY 113 – Introduction to Modern

World History or d. POSC 272 – Introduction to International

Relations

3 Choose one: a. ANTH 102 - Being Human: An

Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology or

b. ECON 102 – Intro to Microeconomics or c. HSTY 113 – Introduction to Modern

World History or d. POSC 272 – Introduction to

International Relations

3

3.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5. 2nd course from list in #1 or open elective or foreign language course or no course

0 – 4 2nd course from list in #1 or open elective or foreign language course

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 15 – 17 * International Studies requires “competency in a

non-native language.” This usually requires students to complete courses and/or demonstrate language proficiency through the 202-level.

Students interested in a new language or in continuing language studies are encouraged to include a foreign language course in their first year.

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Mathematics (BA) [see also Mathematics (BS) and Applied Mathematics]

For more information about Mathematics and related majors, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/artsci/math/.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I

4 MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II

4

3.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Choose one: a. Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural

Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or

b. open elective or c. MATH 150* – Math from a

Mathematician’s Perspective

3 -- 4

4.

Choose one: a. Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural

Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or

b. ENGR 131 - Elementary Computer Programming or

c. Open elective

3 – 4 Choose one: a. ENGR 131 - Elementary Computer

Programming or b. Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural

Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or

c. Open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 16 – 17 * MATH 150 – Math from a Mathematician’s

Perspective is not required of the BA Math degree. However, if taken within the first year, it does count as a departmental elective.

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Mathematics (BS) and Applied Mathematics [see also Mathematics (BA)]

For more information about Mathematics and related majors, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/artsci/math/. See page 122 for information about the Math and Physics major.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I

4 MATH 122 - Calculus for Science and Engineering II

4

3.

One of the following science courses – ASTR 201, CHEM 105, CHEM 111, or GEOL 110

3 – 4 Second course in the sequence of the following science courses – ASTR 202, CHEM 106, ENGR 145, or GEOL 115 or GEOL 210

3 – 4

4.

Choose one: a. ENGR 131 - Elementary Computer

Programming or b. Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural

Diversity, Social Science course or c. Open elective

3 – 4 Choose one: a. Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural

Diversity, Social Science course or b. ENGR 131 - Elementary Computer

Programming or c. Open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 PHYS 121 – General Physics I – Mechanics

4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 17 – 19

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Modern Languages – BA degrees in French, French and Francophone Studies, German, German Studies, Japanese Studies, and Spanish

For more information about the majors offered in the study of foreign language, please visit the department website

http://www.case.edu/artsci/dmll/. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. 201 – level language course (i.e. FRCH 201, GRMN 201, JAPN 201, SPAN 201)*

4 202 – level language course (i.e. FRCH 202, GRMN 202, JAPN 202, SPAN 202)*

4

3.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 14 – 17

* Students without AP/IB credit should take the Foreign Language Placement exam prior to course registration. Students with credit or placement through the 202 – level may take a 300-level language course. Students with no prior language experience may begin at the 101-level.

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Music and Music Education Potential music/music education majors who have not yet auditioned should contact Juanita Karpf in the Music Department at (216) 368-2400 or [email protected]. Admission as a music major does require an audition. The Music Department uses a pre-screening audition process. Each applicant is asked to submit a digital audition (video) using a service provided by Citizen Groove. All new music/music education majors will take a placement test in music theory either when they audition for the major or during New Student Orientation. The first music theory course assignment will be determined from the score of the theory diagnostic exam taken during auditions. Students who did not take this exam on audition day will be scheduled to take it during orientation. Students placed in MUTH 003 (remedial music theory) will also have the chance to retake the diagnostic exam on this day. Students who placed into MUTH 003 but would like to retake the exam can use the resources listed on this link. The Music Department also offers a music minor. Students can declare a music minor and pursue the curriculum without passing an audition. As a minor, students still have the option to perform in ensembles, but would not have any solo performance or applied music lesson requirements. All CWRU students are welcome to participate in music ensembles. There are many opportunities, from large instrumental and vocal groups, to smaller chamber groups. A full list of groups can be found at: http://music.case.edu/ensembles/. There are gateway auditions for several of the primary ensembles, which include Orchestra, Symphonic Winds or Wind Ensemble, and Concert Choir. Other ensembles require placement auditions. Auditions are being held the first week of class. Interested students should contact the director via email or attend the first class meeting. For more information about Music, please visit the department website http://music.case.edu/. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. MUTH 107 – Music Theory I* or MUTH 003 – Pre-Conservatory Theory*

4 MUTH 108 – Music Theory II* 4

3. MUAP 121 – Principal Performance Area I* (applied lessons with recital component)

2 MUAP 122 - Principal Performance Area II* (applied lessons with recital component)

2

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

6. MUEN – Performance Ensemble* 0 – 1 MUEN – Performance Ensemble* 0 – 1 7. MUDE 101 – Eurhythmics I* 0 MUDE 102 – Eurhythmics II* 0 8. MUAP 10: Progress Jury Examination 0

9. MUED 240 – Foundations of Music

Education (Music Ed majors only) 3

Total Hours 16 – 19 Total Hours 15 – 19

* Course requires a placement test and permit. Your Music Department advisor will place you into these courses.

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Nutrition (BA and BS) and Nutritional Biochemistry and Metabolism (BA and BS)

For more information about Nutrition and/or Nutritional Biochemistry and Metabolism, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/med/nutrition/home.html.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I (BS) or MATH 125 – Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences I (BA)

4 MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II (BS) or MATH 126 – Mathematics and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial & Social Sciences II (BA)

4

3. CHEM 105 – Principles of Chemistry I 3 CHEM 106 – Principles of Chemistry II 3

4.

Choose one*: a. NTRN 201 – Nutrition (preferred) or b. CHEM 113 – Principles of Chemistry

Lab

2 – 3 Choose one*: a. CHEM 113 – Principles of Chemistry

Lab (preferred) or b. NTRN 201 – Nutrition (if not taken in

the fall semester)

2 – 3

5.

BIOL 214 – Genes, Evolution, and Ecology BIOL 214L – Genes, Evolution, and Ecology Lab**

3 1

BIOL 215 – Cells and Proteins BIOL 215L – Cells and Proteins Lab**

3 1

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 17 – 18 Total Hours 16 – 17 * NTRN 201 may be taken in the second semester.

* *CHEM 113 may be taken either in the fall or spring semesters. However, students who have a somewhat limited exposure to chemistry should defer enrollment in CHEM 113 until the spring semester.

**Only one lab from BIOL 214L, 215L, and 216L is required.

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Philosophy

For more information about Philosophy, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/artsci/phil/. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

PHIL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy or PHIL 201 – Introduction to Logic

3 Choose one: a. PHIL 302 – Modern Philosophy or b. Departmental approved PHIL course of

interest or c. Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural

Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or

d. Open elective

3 – 4

3.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 -- 4

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 14 – 17

Physics (BA and BS) and Math and Physics (BS)

For more information about all Physics majors, please visit the department website http://www.phys.cwru.edu/. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

PHYS 121 – General Physics I – Mechanics or PHYS 123 – Physics and Frontiers I (invitation only)

4 PHYS 122 – General Physics II – Electricity & Magnetism or PHYS 124 – Physics and Frontiers II (invitation only)

4

3. MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I (BA/BS)

4

MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II (BA/BS)

4

4.

CHEM 105 – Principles of Chemistry I or CHEM 111 – Principles of Chemistry for Engineers (BS)*

3 – 4 CHEM 106 – Principles of Chemistry II or ENGR 145 – Chemistry of Materials (BS)*

3 – 4

5. PHYS 166† – Physics Today and Tomorrow

1 ENGR 131 - Elementary Computer Programming 3

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 16 – 17 Total Hours 17 – 18 * BA Physics majors need to complete an

approved two-course non-physics science sequence, and may use the above chemistry courses. However, BA Physics majors may instead substitute BIOL 214 and 215 or use another departmentally approved science sequence.

† PHYS 166 – Physics Today and Tomorrow is not required, but is strongly recommended for students with an interest in physics.

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Political Science

For more information about Political Science, please visit the department website http://politicalscience.case.edu/. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

POSC 109 – The American Political System or POSC 260 – Introduction to Comparative Politics or POSC 272 – Introduction to International Relations or 300-level POSC course of interest (unless designated as a Department Seminar)

3 POSC 109, 260, or 272; or 300-level POSC course of interest (unless designated as a Department Seminar)

3

3.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or POSC course of interest or open elective

3 – 4 POSC course of interest or Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 14 – 17

Psychology

For more information about Psychology, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/artsci/pscl/.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

PSCL 101 – Introduction to Psychology 3 One PSCL course from: PSCL 102, 230, 315, 352, 353, 357, 370 or other PSCL course of interest

3

3.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 PSCL 282 – Quantitative Methods in Psychology or Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 15 – 17

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Religious Studies

For more information about Religious Studies, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/artsci/rlgn/. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

RLGN 102 – Introduction to the Study of Religion or another RLGN course of interest

3 RLGN course of interest 3

3.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Choose one: a. RLGN course of interest or b. Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural

Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or

c. Open elective

3 – 4

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 14 – 17 * Religious Studies majors will complete a nine-

hour concentration in one of the following areas: Religious Texts and Traditions, Religion and Culture, or Religion in Society.

A list of courses assigned to each area of concentration is available from the department.

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Sociology

For more information about Sociology, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/artsci/soci/. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. SOCI 101 – Introduction to Sociology: Human Interaction

3 200-level SOCI course of interest 3

3.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 PSCL 282 – Quantitative Methods in Psychology or STAT 201 – Basic Statistics for the Social & Life Sciences or Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 14 – 17

* Sociology majors have the option of pursuing one of four concentrations: Crime and Delinquency, Health and Aging, Gender, Work, and Family, and Social Inequality.

Please check the Handbook for specific courses assigned to each concentration.

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Statistics (BA and BS)

For more information about Statistics majors, please visit the department website http://stat.cwru.edu/. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

MATH 121 – Calculus for Science and Engineering I

4 MATH 122 – Calculus for Science and Engineering II

4

3.

ENGR 131 – Elementary Computer Programming

3 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 -- 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 15 Total Hours 16 – 17 * BS Statistics majors must complete a science

sequence from the following options: BIOL 214 and 216; CHEM 105, 105, 113; CHEM 111 and ENGR 145; PHYS 121 and 122

Systems Biology (BS)

For more information about Systems Biology, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/artsci/sysbio/sysbio.html. For more information about other Biology majors see page 48 and

check the department of Biology website at http://www.case.edu/artsci/biol/academics/ . Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1.

FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3 2. CHEM 105 – Principles of Chemistry I 3 CHEM 106 – Principles of Chemistry II 3

3. CHEM 113 – Principles of Chemistry Laboratory*

2 EECS 132 – Introduction to Programming in Java

3

4. MATH 121 –Calculus for Science & Engineering I

4 MATH 122 –Calculus for Science & Engineering II

4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 BIOL 214 – Genes, Evolution, and Ecology 3

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 16 – 17 Total Hours 16 * CHEM 113 may be taken either in the fall or

spring semesters. However, students who have a somewhat limited exposure to chemistry should defer enrollment in CHEM 113 until the spring semester.

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Theater

For more information about the Theater major, please visit the department website http://theater.case.edu/spotlight/. Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2. THTR 102 – Acting I for Majors 3 THTR 103 – Acting II 3 3. THTR 111 – Introduction to Design 3 THTR 110 – Introduction to Theater 3

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 15 – 17 *Theater majors will chose one of the following

concentrations: Acting, Design/Technical Theater, Directing, Dramatic Writing, General Theater, or Theater and Society.

** Auditions usually occur within the second week of classes (usually Tuesday or Wednesday) with call backs on Thursday. Please contact the department during the first week of classes for further details.

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World Literature

For more information about World Literature, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/artsci/worldlit/. Students interested in literature might also consider the English major (p. 113) (http://www.case.edu/artsci/engl/).

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

WLIT 212 – World Literature II 3 WLIT 211 – World Literature I or one of the following: WLIT/ENGL 290, WLIT/ENGL 291, WLIT/CLSC 203, WLIT/CLSC 204

3

3.

Choose one: a. Modern Language* (Arabic, Chinese,

French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish) course through the 202-level or

b. Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or

c. Open elective

3 – 4 Choose one: a. Modern Language* (Arabic, Chinese,

French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish) course through the 202-level or

b. Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or

c. Open elective

3 – 4

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 14 – 17

* Students who have earned AP, IB, or transfer credit through a 202-level language course, or who receive a 300-level placement on the foreign language placement test, may select a 300-level foreign language literature course (e.g., SPAN 320 – Introduction to Readings in Spanish Literature).

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Women’s and Gender Studies

For more information about Women’s and Gender Studies, please visit the department website http://www.case.edu/artsci/womn/.

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Courses Credit hours Courses

Credit hours

1. FSCC/FSNA/FSSO/FSSY 100-level – First Seminar

4 USNA/USSO/USSY 200-level – University Seminar

3

2.

ANTH 102 – Being Human: An Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology or SOCI 101 – Introduction to Sociology: Human Interaction

3 WGST 201 – Introduction to Gender Studies*

3

3.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Choose one: a. Major requirement chosen in

consultation with department representative or advisor

b. Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course

c. Open elective

3 – 4

4.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective

3 – 4

5.

Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4 Arts/Humanities, Global & Cultural Diversity, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Social Science course or open elective or no course

0 – 4

6. PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 PHED activity course(s) or Varsity Sport 0 Total Hours 14 – 17 Total Hours 14 – 17

*WGST 201 is cross-listed as ENGL 270, HSTY

270, PHIL 270, RLGN 270, and SOCI 201