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Online undergraduate students are bound by all regulations of the current St. Francis Xavier University Academic Calendar.
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BIOL 251 and BIOL 252 offered by StFX Online have been replaced with HKIN 161 and HKIN 162 which are being offered this Fall by StFX Online. While the course content remains similar, the updated codes reflect their alignment within the Human Kinetics program.
(Fall CRN 61451) This course is restricted to students in particular degree programs, as outlined below. This course concerns how scientific principles are established. Topics include evolution and diversity, ecology and food, human evolution and population, diabetes, homeostasis, HIV and vaccines, antibiotic resistance, and cancer. Acceptable for credit only in the Faculties of Arts and Business; in the BASC programs; in the HKIN programs; and as an open elective in the B.Sc. in Nursing and the B.Sc in Human Nutrition. Direct all inquiries and override requests to Online Learning and Professional Studies. Online format delivery. Six credits.
(Fall CRN 61452) This course provides students with the key skills needed to succeed at university. You will learn how to write argumentatively; how to build a question or problem from a close-reading of a literary work; how to develop that argument by presenting and analyzing evidence; how to engage in scholarly debate; how to do university-level research. Credit will be granted for only one of ENGL 111, 100 or 110. No prerequisites required to take this course. Three credits.
(Fall CRN 61620/Lab 61621 ) The human body operates by the intricate coordination of multiple systems. Each has a purpose and is regulated at the cellular, tissue, and organ levels. The focus of this course is to understand the structure, function, and organization of major bodily systems. Individual and combined functions will be outlined for the neuromuscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, digestive, and reproductive systems. Students will explore these concepts in complementary laboratory activities. Credit will be granted for only one of HKIN 161, HKIN 151/152, BIOL 151/152 or 251/252. Three credits and lab.
(Fall CRN 61618/Lab 61619) The human body operates by the intricate coordination of multiple systems. Each has a purpose and is regulated at the cellular, tissue, and organ levels. The focus of this course is to understand the structure, function, and organization of musculoskeletal structures, including bones, joints, and muscles. Individual and combined functions will be outlined for the nervous, skeletal, and muscular systems. Students will explore these concepts in complementary laboratory activities. Credit will be granted for only one of HKIN 162, HKIN 151/152, BIOL 151/152 or 251/252. Three credits and lab.
(Fall CRN 61453/ Winter CRN 61457) This introductory course exposes students to the range of subject matter covered in the degree program and provides an introduction to the field of nutrition. The role of nutrients in a healthy dient is featured along with identifying the behavioural, social and political factors that impact food choice. Students will discuss nutrition in the media and will begin to work with food guidance tools to explore nutrition and health promotion. Credit will be granted for only one of HNU 142, HNU 135, HNU 161, HNU 185 or HNU 315. Three Credits.
(Fall CRN 61454) This course examines the historical roots and the current contours of the business government relationship. While the focus is on Canada, conditions in other advanced capitalist states will be considered. Topics include the mechanisms of business power, the micro-politics of industries and case studies of corporate-state relations. Credit will be granted for only one of PSCI 240 or PSCI 241. Three credits.
(Fall CRN 61481/61482) Countries in the developing world face a distinct set of political challenges, particularly as they relate to fostering economic growth and providing effective public services. This course will explore the political determinants of development as well as the effect of economic conditions on political outcomes. Key issues include the origins of state weakness, the relationship between political institutions and economic growth, the causes of corruption, and the effect of diversity on governance outcomes. Credit will be granted for only one of PSCI 371 or PSCI 370. Cross-listed as DEVS 371. Three credits.
(Summer CRN 23022/23023 or Fall CRN 61455/61456) An examination of the impact of religion on politics and politics on religion. Students will consider the relationship between religion and politics in the Middle East, Northern Ireland, India and Pakistan, Eastern Europe and North America. Case studies will demonstrate interactions between the state and Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Judaism, as well as the influence of religion on citizenship, education, the party system, and social issues. Credit will be granted for only one of PSCI 336, PSCI 295, RELS 295. Cross-listed with RELS 336. Three credits.
(Fall CRN 61467) Topics include research methodology, neuroscience, consciousness, sensation and perception, learning, memory, and cognition. Students have an opportunity to be involved with ongoing research in the department by participating in experiments during the course of the academic term. Credit will be granted for only one of PSYC 101 or PSYC 100. Three credits.
(Fall CRN 61468) This is a lecture course in which applications of psychology to society will be considered. This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of the tools of persuasion (e.g., consistency, reciprocity, liking, social proof, persuasive language, non-verbal cues), how to use these tools in an ethical manner, and apply them to solving everyday life and real-world problems. Credit will be granted for only one of PSYC 363 or PSYC 375. Three credits.
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