COURSE INFORMATION:

Course Additions

ART 223 (3) - Drawing Italy. Prerequisite: Art 121 and permission of the instructor. Required corequisite: All students must register for three additional credits (Art 280 or independent study) as arranged with a W&L department in advance of the spring term. A studio course. Living and drawing on-site in Florence, Siena and Rome, with day trips to museums and monuments in additional locations. Students create a daily sketchbook/journal along with finished drawings and a final project to be completed upon returning to Lexington. Media include pencil, pen and ink, pastel and watercolor. The first two weeks of the course are spent on campus, identifying points of interest and learning the inherent properties of the different media. Olson-Janjic. Spring

ART 280 (3) - The High Renaissance in Florence and Rome. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Required corequisite: All students must register for three additional credits (Art 223 or independent study) as arranged with a W&L department in advance of the spring term. Conducted largely in Italy, this course revolves around an analysis of the cultural foundations of the High Renaissance in Florence and Rome, as well as the artistic projects produced in those cities between 1475 and 1525. Readings include translated works by Italian writers working at the turn of the 16th century and scholarly interpretations of works of art executed during the period. Images and structures are examined and discussed in their original settings in Florence and Rome. Bent. Spring

These courses may satisfy the general education requirement in fine arts, history, philosophy, and religion (area 4).

BIOLOGY 401 (1), 402 (2), 403 (3) - Directed Individual Study. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Reading in the primary research literature on a selected topic under the direction of a faculty member, by prior mutual agreement and according to departmental guidelines (available form biology faculty). May be repeated for degree credit with permission and if the topics are different. No more than six credit hours of work at the 400 level may apply toward the 30 credits in biology required for the major. Staff

CHEMISTRY 110 (4) - Chemistry of the Earth. Note: This course serves as a prerequisite for Chemistry 112 but not for Chemistry 241. The fundamental principles of chemistry as applied to geological and environmental systems. Emphasis is on stoichiometry, the basic structure of matter and the thermodynamics of chemical and physical processes including phase, solution and chemical equilibrium. Lecture topics are presented in the context of an appropriate geological or environmental problem, while the laboratory portion consists of small group projects involving theoretical and analytical aspects of samples collected in the field. Laboratory course. Knapp, Desjardins, Pleva. Fall 1999 and alternate years

This course may satisfy the general education requirement for a laboratory science (area 5a.).

CHEMISTRY 195 (3) - The Atomic Bomb: Origins, Production, Use and Legacy. This seminar reviews the science, with an emphasis on chemistry, and technology leading to the development and production of the atomic bomb. Students then examine the decision to use the bomb against Japan and the political, social and environmental legacies of this weapon. Students write briefs, based on their reading of primary and secondary sources, which form the basis for group discussions throughout the seminar. Settle. Spring

This course may satisfy the general education requirement in sciences and mathematics (area 5c.).

CHEMISTRY 295 (1) - Special Topics in Chemistry. Prerequisite or corequisite: 16 credits in chemistry or departmental permission. One-credit studies of special topics. May be repeated for degree credit with permission and if the topics are different. Possible topics include Solid State Chemistry, Metabolic Diseases, Developments in Physical Chemistry, Data Handling, Nuclear Chemistry, and Reaction Dynamics. Staff. Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.

CHEMISTRY 296 (1) - Hazardous Materials. Prerequisite or corequisite: Chemistry 241 or permission of the instructor. Pass/Fail only. Introduction to safe and responsible practices in the laboratory. Evaluation of hazards and risk assessment in the laboratory, management of chemicals, working safely with chemicals and equipment and disposal of waste. Pleva. Fall

CHEMISTRY 297 (2) - Special Topics in Chemistry. Prerequisite or corequisite: 16 credits in chemistry or departmental permission. Two-credit studies of special topics. May be repeated for degree credit with permission and if the topics are different. Possible topics include Electrochemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Atmospheric Chemistry and the Environment, and The Dynamics of Photchemistry. Staff. Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.

CHEMISTRY 341 (4) - Biochemistry. Prerequisite: Chemistry 242. A study of the structure, function, biosynthesis and breakdown of biomolecules, including proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids. Enzymes, biological membranes and membrane transport, and regulation of metabolism are studied in greater detail. Alty. Fall

CHINESE 301 (3) - Third-Year Chinese I. Prerequisites: Chinese 262 or the equivalent and permission of the instructor. This course is focused upon reinforcement of Chinese structural patterns and extensive acquisition of Chinese characters as well as topical conversational practice and the introduction of much cultural information essential to communication in Chinese. Hill. Fall

CHINESE 302 (3) - Third-Year Chinese II. Prerequisites: Chinese 301 or the equivalent and permission of the instructor. A continuation of Chinese 301 with added emphasis on writing. Hill. Winter

GEOLOGY 141 (3) - Global Climate Change. A study of Earth's complex climate system and the impact of human activities on future climates. Through readings, discussion, data analysis and modeling exercises, the past and future changes in temperature, ocean circulation, rainfall, storminess, biogeochemistry, glacial ice extent and sea level are explored. The course includes the relationship of the science of global change to the politics of mitigation. Harbor. Winter.

HISTORY 195 (3) - Topics in History for Freshmen and Sophomores. Prerequisite: Varies according to topic. Offered from time to time on a selected topic or problem in history. May be repeated for degree credit with permission and if the topics are different. Staff. Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.

This course may satisfy the general education requirement in fine arts, history, philosophy, and religion (area 4).

INTERDEPARTMENTAL 387 (3-3) - Cultural History and Natural Philosophy of Greece. Required corequisite: All students must register for three additional credits (Art/Classics 285, Geology 397 or Philosophy 221, having satisfied appropriate prerequisites). The course has three components -- cultural history, Greek philosophy and regional geology. The cultural history component consists in providing thematic and chronological perspective for considering the examples of Greek art and architecture seen in museums and at archaeological sites. Stylistic development of Greek art and architecture within religious, social and political settings are examined for the Cycladic, Mycenaean, Geometric, Archaic, Classical and Hellenistic periods. The philosophy component concerns Plato's writings, particularly the Timaeus and the unfinished Critias, dialogues written not long before his death. These fictions about Atlantis and the cataclysm which sank it beneath the sea may stem from an actual event, a huge volcanic explosion of about 1500 BC on the island of Thera (Santorini). The philosophical problem is to puzzle out why Plato told such a tale at the beginning of what is now called philosophy of science. The geology component emphasizes features and processes seen in Greece and the Greek islands. Particular attention is given to climatological effects on shaping the landscape through such agents as weathering, stream action and mass movement ; volcanic activity at Thera; seismic activity in the Mediterranean; and structure and plate tectonics of the Alpine-Himalayan Mountain system and the processes of subduction occurring south of Crete. Taylor, Pemberton, Spencer. Spring 1999 only

INTERDEPARTMENTAL 397 (3) - Senior Seminar in Environmental Studies. Prerequisites: Geology 150, Interdepartmental 110, Philosophy 260, and Politics 233, or permission of the instructor. An interdisciplinary capstone course intended for students in the program in environmental studies. Students analyze a particular environmental issue and attempt to integrate scientific inquiry, political and economic analysis and ethical implications. The particular issue changes each year. Staff. Winter

LITERATURE IN TRANSLATION 218 (3) - Chinese Pre-Republican Literature in Translation. (Winter 1999 and alternate years) A survey of Chinese literature form the earliest period to the founding of the Republic in 1912. Taught in English, the course presupposes no previous knowledge of China or Chinese culture. The literature is presented in the context of its intellectual, philosophical and cultural background. Texts include a wide selection of poetry, historical documents. Chinese drama (opera) and prose works, including Monkey, Dream of the Red Chamber, Six Records of a Floating Life, and The Travels of Lao Ts'an. Audio-visual materials are used throughout. Hill

This course may satisfy the general education requirement in literature (area 3).

MANAGEMENT 390 (6) - Supervised Management Study Abroad. Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing, Management 211 and 221 and permission of the instructor. The course covers topics of current interest in multinational business management for which international travel provides a unique opportunity for enhance understanding. Emphasis changes from year to year and is announced in advance of registration. This course may not be repeated. Topic for 1999: Students are exposed to multinational business practices through visit domestic and multinational companies in Argentina. They learn how these firms operate in different countries and how they handle the challenges of cross-border business. They also visit capital market exchanges to understand the process under which different societies allocate financial resources. R. Anderson, Pirkle. Spring
MATHEMATICS 365 (3) - Number Theory. Prerequisite: Mathematics 301 or permission of the instructor. Topics include prime numbers, Euclidean algorithm, congruences, Chinese Remainder Theorem, Fermat's Little Theorem, Euler's Theorem, arithmetic functions, Euler's phi function, perfect numbers, quadratic reciprocity, continued fractions and other topics as time and student interest permit. Dresden. Winter 2000 and alternate years.

MEDIEVAL AND RENAISSANCE STUDIES 493 (3-3) - Honors Thesis. Prerequisites: Senior standing, cumulative grade-point average of 3.300, and permission of the Medieval and Renaissance Studies Committee. Honors thesis devoted to a specialized topic in Medieval and Renaissance Studies. Applications for honors should be submitted no later than May 1 of the junior year. Staff. Fall-Winter

POLITICS 227 (3) - East Asian Politics. An investigation of East Asian political systems and the global, historical and cultural contexts in which their political institutions have developed. Students consider the connections between political structure and the rapid social and economic changes in East Asia since World War II, as well as the effectiveness of varied political processes in addressing contemporary problems. Emphasis is given to China, Korea and Japan, and political change in Southeast Asia is included. LeBlanc. Fall

POLITICS 327 (3) - Japanese Political System. Prerequisite: Politics 101, 227 or permission of the instructor. An examination of the origin, structure, operation and evolution of Japanese political institutions. Students discuss the importance of Japan's international position and historical experience to contemporary politics and address the development of the modern Japanese electoral system, political party system and policy-making processes. The relationship between political leaders and their constituents on the national and local levels is also examined. LeBlanc. Winter 2000 and alternate years.

POLITICS 385 (6) - British Politics in London. Prerequisites: Approval of the International Education Committee, permission of the instructor, and either Politics 100 or 101. Enrollment limited to 20 students. Study in London of the processes, institutions and mores of the British political system, including class meetings, guest lectures and site visits. Comparative analysis of British and American legislatures, executives and judiciaries. John and Connelly. Spring 1999 and alternate years.

POLITICS 392 (3) - Issues in Asian Politics. Prerequisites: Politics 227 and permission of the instructor. A topical seminar focusing on Chinese politics, other Asian countries or selected subjects in Asian politics. May be repeated for degree credit with permission and if the topics are different. LeBlanc. Winter 2001 and alternate years.

SPANISH 295 (3) - Special Topics in Conversation. Prerequisite: Three credits from any 200-level Spanish course or permission of the instructor. Further development of listening and speaking skills necessary for advanced discussion. Acquisition of both practical and topic-specific vocabulary. Appropriate writing and reading assignments related to the topic accompany the primary emphasis on conversational skills. Recent topic include Hispanic Cinema. Staff. Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.

THEATRE 239 (6) - Total Theatre. Prerequisite: Theatre 131 or another approved theatre course. A practical study of design, directing, production and acting problems involved in a specific style of dramatic literature culminating in production of a play within that style. Staff. Spring

This course may satisfy the general education requirement in fine arts, history, philosophy, and religion (area 4 in theatre).

Course Revisions

BIOLOGY 422 (2), 423 (3), 424 (4) - Directed Individual Research. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Each student conducts primary research in partnership with a faculty member, by prior mutual agreement and according to departmental guidelines (available form biology faculty). Consult the department web page or individual faculty for a description of current research areas. May be repeated for degree credit with permission and if the topics are different. No more than six credit hours of work at the 400 level may apply toward the major. Staff

BIOLOGY 442 (2) - Honors Thesis Proposal ... Taken no later than the winter term of the junior year. No more than six credit hours of work at the 400 level may apply toward the major. Staff

BIOLOGY 492 (2), 493 (3), 494 (4), 495 (5), 496 (6) - Honors Thesis ... A total of six credit is required. No more than six credit hours of work at the 400 level may apply toward the major. Staff

HISTORY 317 (3) - British Isles to 1688. (Winter 2000 and alternate years) Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Social, political and constitutional development: the breach with Rome, Puritan Revolt, and the Revolution of 1688. Sanders

HISTORY 318 (3) - British Isles since 1688. (Winter 2001 and alternate years) Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. England of Newton and Johnson, conflict with France, growth of the Empire, adjustments to economic, social and political changes in the 19th and 20th centuries. Sanders

These courses may satisfy the general education requirement in fine arts, history, philosophy, and religion (area 4).

UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS 101, 201, 202, 203 may be repeated for degree credit with permission and if the topics are different.

Course Deletions

Biology 425 (5), 426 (6) - Directed Individual Research
Chemistry 244 (4), Biochemistry
Chemistry 281-284 (1), Special Topics
Chemistry 345 (2), Advanced Organic Chemistry
Geology 140 (3) - Geology of National Parks
History 319 (3) - British Isles since 1760
Politics 225 (3), The Chinese Political System
Politics 224 (3), The Japanese Political System
Theatre 139 (6), Total Theatre

Revisions to Major Requirements

Biology (leading to Bachelor of Arts)
"...3. at least 15 credits not used to satisfy the above requirements and chosen from the list below. Must include at least two laboratory courses (indicated by *) and at least one course from each category. Biology 401-403 and 422-424 may be used as non-laboratory courses toward any category, depending on the topic and by prior agreement with the instructor and department. No more than six credit hours of work at the 400 level may apply toward the major.

a. Cellular and Molecular Biology: Biology 210, 215*, 220*, 295 (in a relevant topic), 310*, 320*, 396
b. Ecology and Evolutionary Biology: Biology 230*, 231*, 235*, 240*, 245*, 295 (in a relevant topic), 330*
c. Structural and Functional Biology: Biology 250, 255, 260*, 295 (in a relevant topic), 350, 355*, 362*, 265, 397"

Biology (leading to Bachelor of Science)
"...2. at least 20 additional credits from biology courses at or above the 200 level. Must include at least two courses at the 300 level, one of which must be a laboratory course. No more than six credit hours of work at the 400 level may apply toward the major."

Chemistry (leading to Bachelor of Arts)

"The major in chemistry leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree requires completion of 44 credits as follows:
1. Chemistry 111, 112, 241, 242, 243, 250, 261, 341; ..."

Chemistry (leading to Bachelor of Science)
"The major in chemistry leading to a Bachelor of Science degree requires completion of at least 53 credits in the sciences and mathematics including the following:

1. Chemistry 111, 112, 210, 241, 242, 243, 250, 252, 261, 262, 311, 341; ..."

Chemistry (leading to Bachelor of Science with Special Attainments in Chemistry)
"The major in chemistry leading to a specialized Bachelor of Science with Special Attainments in Chemistry degree certified by the American Chemical Society requires completion of 60 credits as follows:
1. Chemistry 111, 112, 210, 241, 242, 243, 250, 252, 261, 262, 266, 267, 311, 341, 350, 471..."

East Asian studies

"3. ... Politics ~~224 or 225~~ 227 ..."

Program in Environmental Studies (not a major) effective for the Class of 1999 with the following requirements:
"The Program in Environmental Studies is an interdisciplinary program of study requiring an understanding of science, social institutions and culture, and an appreciation for ethical and philosophical inquiry. Students are educated not as experts but as knowledgeable citizens contributing to the resolution of these challenges. The Program is not a major. Students may not complete both the Program in Environmental Studies and the major in environmental studies in geology. Students identified by the chair of the environmental studies committee as having completed the program will have a notation placed on their transcripts at graduation. The program requires completion of the following 25 credits:
1. Economics 101 or Politics 100
2. Geology 100 or 101
3. Geology 150, Interdepartmental 110, Interdepartmental 397 (Geology 397), Philosophy 108, 260, and Politics 233

- The following phrase will be added to the description of the major in environmental studies in geology:

"Students may not complete both the Program in Environmental Studies and the major in environmental studies in geology."
The committee agreed this program will be transcripted in the graduation block as "Program in Environmental Studies" similar to the way in which "University Scholars" already appears in the same block. Also, the chair of the Environmental Studies Committee will notify the University Registrar of all degree candidates in their final term who deserve the designation.

Journalism and Mass Communications
"In addition, up to six credits in the following courses are exempt form the 31-credit limit: Journalism 203, 301, 318, 322, 335, 336 and 344."

Medieval and Renaissance Studies
"4. Medieval and Renaissance Studies 473 or 493 (3-3)"

Politics
"...3...b.Comparative Government and International Relations: Politics 214, 221, 223, 224, 225, 226 (Sociology 226), 260, 357, 380, 385, 395..."

Spanish
delete category 3 ("presenting a paper to departmental faculty")

Policy information:

Revisions

(November 1998) page 82, general education requirement in foreign language - effective immediately

"Entering students who demonstrate, on placement tests administered by the language departments or through transfer credit, that they are qualified to enter third-year language courses have met this foreign language requirement. Native speakers of a language other than English who wish to be exempted from this requirement may present to the appropriate W&L language department or the Committee on Courses and Degrees evidence of their ability. All others may meet the requirement by completing satisfactorily one of the following courses ..."

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