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Upcoming Semester's Luther Courses

Biology
CRN10178
ListingBIOL 140-L01
CourseHuman Biology for Non-Majors
Instructor
Time1000-1115
DaysMW

Hyflex- online/onsite flexible Instructional Method. An introductory level course covering the principles of biology with examples taken from humans. * Note: This course is designed to apply the study of biological principles to humans. Biology majors cannot take this course for credit. Students cannot receive credit for both BIOL 140 and 150. Students who have credit for either BIOL 100 or BIOL 101 cannot subsequently receive credit for either of BIOL 140 or BIOL 150. *

CRN10179
ListingBIOL 140-L02
CourseLab
Instructor
Time1430-1715
DaysW

Lab

CRN10180
ListingBIOL 140-L03
CourseLab
Instructor
Time0830-1115
DaysR

Lab

CRN10181
ListingBIOL 140-L04
CourseLab
Instructor
Time1430-1715
DaysR

Lab

CRN10182
ListingBIOL 140-L06
CourseHuman Biology for Non-Majors (FRENCH)
Instructor
Time1200-1315
DaysTR

This course and lab L07 are taught in French. An introductory level course covering the principles of biology with examples taken from humans. * Note: This course is designed to apply the study of biological principles to humans. Biology majors cannot take this course for credit. Students cannot receive credit for both BIOL 140 and 150. Students who have credit for either BIOL 100 or BIOL 101 cannot subsequently receive credit for either of BIOL 140 or BIOL 150. *

CRN10183
ListingBIOL 140-L07
CourseLab (FRENCH)
Instructor
Time1800-2045
DaysR

Lab (taught in French).

CRN10184
ListingBIOL 140-L98
CourseHuman Biology for Non-Majors
Instructor
TimeOnline
DaysOnline

Online delivered course. An introductory level course covering the principles of biology with examples taken from humans. * Note: This course is designed to apply the study of biological principles to humans. Biology majors cannot take this course for credit. Students cannot receive credit for both BIOL 140 and 150. Students who have credit for either BIOL 100 or BIOL 101 cannot subsequently receive credit for either of BIOL 140 or BIOL 150. *

CRN10185
ListingBIOL 140-L99
CourseLab
Instructor
TimeOnline
DaysOnline

Online delivered lab.

CRN10195
ListingBIOL 224-L01
CourseIntroductory Medical Microbiology
Instructor
Time1000-1115
DaysTR

The intent of this course is to provide a basic introduction to pathogens and the concept of diseases. This course covers bacteria, viruses and eukaryotes, with emphasis on emergent diseases and urgent challenges for public health. ***Prerequisite: BIOL 100 and BIOL 101*** *Note: Students who have received credit for BIOL 303 may not subsequently receive credit for BIOL 224.*

CRN10196
ListingBIOL 224-L04
CourseLab
Instructor
Time1430-1715
DaysW

Lab

CRN10197
ListingBIOL 224-L05
CourseLab
Instructor
Time1430-1715
DaysW

Lab

CRN10198
ListingBIOL 224-L06
CourseLab
Instructor
Time1430-1715
DaysR

Lab

CRN10199
ListingBIOL 224-L07
CourseLab
Instructor
Time1430-1715
DaysR

Lab

CRN10244
ListingBIOL 901-L01
CourseResearch
Instructor
TimeTBA
DaysTBA

Research.

CRN13198
ListingBIOL 303-L01
CourseMedical Microbiology
Instructor
Time1300-1415
DaysTR

Aetiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment and epidemiology of infectious diseases of humans, caused by bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic organisms. ***Prerequisites: BIOL 224 and 288***

English
CRN11276
ListingENGL 100-L01
CourseCritical Reading and Witing I
Instructor
Time1030-1120
DaysMWF

This course develops students' proficiency in critical reading and writing through the study of a wide range of non-literary and literary texts, and the study of composition, with emphasis on connections between modes of reading and writing. *Note: Students who are planning to repeat ENGL 100 should seek academic advising before doing so*

CRN11308
ListingENGL 110-L01
CourseCritical Reading and Writing II
Instructor
Time1300-1415
DaysTR

Restricted to English/Science Bundle. Hyflex- online/onsite flexible Instructional Method. A study of a special topic in literature, which may include non-literary texts, in conjunction with a continuation of the writing program begun in ENGL 100. ***Prerequisite: ENGL 100.*** *Note: Every section of ENGL 110 has a different focus. Please consult the Department's Supplementary Calendar or the list of current course offerings on the Departmental website.* *Note: Students who fail ENGL 110 twice should contact their faculty or their federated college immediately.*

CRN11309
ListingENGL 110-L02
CourseCritical Reading and Writing II
Instructor
Time1000-1115
DaysTR

A study of a special topic in literature, which may include non-literary texts, in conjunction with a continuation of the writing program begun in ENGL 100. ***Prerequisite: ENGL 100.*** *Note: Every section of ENGL 110 has a different focus. Please consult the Department's Supplementary Calendar or the list of current course offerings on the Departmental website.* *Note: Students who fail ENGL 110 twice should contact their faculty or their federated college immediately.*

CRN11310
ListingENGL 110-L03
CourseCritical Reading and Writing II
Instructor
Time1430-1545
DaysTR

A study of a special topic in literature, which may include non-literary texts, in conjunction with a continuation of the writing program begun in ENGL 100. ***Prerequisite: ENGL 100.*** *Note: Every section of ENGL 110 has a different focus. Please consult the Department's Supplementary Calendar or the list of current course offerings on the Departmental website.* *Note: Students who fail ENGL 110 twice should contact their faculty or their federated college immediately.*

CRN11311
ListingENGL 110-L04
CourseCritical Reading and Writing II
Instructor
Time1130-1220
DaysMWF

A study of a special topic in literature, which may include non-literary texts, in conjunction with a continuation of the writing program begun in ENGL 100. ***Prerequisite: ENGL 100.*** *Note: Every section of ENGL 110 has a different focus. Please consult the Department's Supplementary Calendar or the list of current course offerings on the Departmental website.* *Note: Students who fail ENGL 110 twice should contact their faculty or their federated college immediately.*

CRN11323
ListingENGL 213-L98
CourseSurvey of Canadian Literature
Instructor
TimeOnline
DaysOnline

Online delivered course. A survey of Canadian Literature in English from the pre-twentieth century to the present day. ***Prerequisite: ENGL 100 and either ENGL 110 or completion of 24 credit hours.***

CRN11331
ListingENGL 252-L01
CourseCreative Writing I
Instructor
Time0930-1020
DaysMWF

The craft of creative writing, with work in poetry, drama or non-fiction, and prose fiction. ***Prerequisite: ENGL 100 and either ENGL 110 or ENGL 152.***

CRN11340
ListingENGL 384AH-L01
CourseStudies in Narrative: The Literature of Pirates
Instructor
Time1000-1115
DaysTR

This course will examine some familiar and unfamiliar literary representations of pirates, along with historical documents and contemporary accounts. We will consider the intersection of fiction and history, and will also consider how the popular image of the pirate comments on ideas of masculinity, ethics, and the individual’s relationship to the state. ***Prerequisite: ENGL 100 and either ENGL 110 or completion of 48 credit hours.***

Geography
CRN11709
ListingGES 120-L01
CourseHuman Geography
Instructor
Time0930-1020
DaysMWF

Explanation of human placement in and interaction with the natural environment; assessment of concepts, processes, and patterns as related to distribution of human phenomena, including economic activity and settlement types. *Note: Students may receive credit for only one of GES 120, GEOG 120, or GEOG 220.*

CRN11720
ListingGES 330-L01
CoursePolitical Geography
Instructor
Time1130-1220
DaysMWF

The effect of political action on present-day geography, and of geography on political problems. ***Prerequisite: 30 credit hours including GES 100 or GES 120, or permission of the Department Head.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for only one of GES 330 and GEOG 330.*

History
CRN11758
ListingHIST 150-L01
CourseToday's World: Historical Perspectives
Instructor
Time1000-1115
DaysTR

This course explores the influence of the past on the world in which we live. Topics addressed will be taken from today’s headlines and will reflect a wide variety of periods and geographical areas. Topics may include terrorism, environmentalism, war, demonstrations, popular culture, the welfare state, global crises.

CRN11765
ListingHIST 290AN-L01
CourseHistory of Africa
Instructor
Time1430-1545
DaysTR

An introduction to the histories and diverse cultures of Africa from the earliest times to the era of colonization in the 19th century. Attention is given to the roots of African peoples in antiquity, processes of regional differentiation, and evolving patterns of trade, politics and conflict. ***Prerequisite: One 100 level HIST or completion of 15 credit hours***

Interdisciplinary Studies
CRN11790
ListingIDS 101-L01
CourseInterdisciplinary Studies: Contemporary Issues
Instructor
Time1900-2145
DaysM

This course will examine the technological developments of the twentieth century as an introduction to a study of important issues facing the contemporary world, with an emphasis on the role of technology in it and how ethics could inform it. *** Prerequisite: Completion of 9 credit hours ***

Mathematics
CRN12177
ListingMATH 110-L01
CourseCalculus I
Instructor
Time1300-1415
DaysTR

An introductory class in the theory and techniques of differentiation and integration of algebraic and trigonometric functions. Topics include limits, optimization, curve sketching, and areas. ***Prerequisite: Precalculus 30 with at least 75%, or Calculus 30 or Mathematics B30 and C30 with a grade of at least 65% in each or Math 102*** *Note: Students can receive credit for only one of MATH 103 or 110* Labs will start from the second week.

CRN12178
ListingMATH 110-L10
CourseLab
Instructor
Time1030-1120
DaysF

Lab

CRN12191
ListingMATH 111-L01
CourseCalculus II
Instructor
Time1000-1115
DaysTR

Differentiation and integration of exponential and logarithmic functions; methods of integration and applications; indeterminate forms, L'Hospital's rule and improper integrals; sequences, series, power series and Taylor series. ***Prerequisite: MATH 110, or MATH 103 with a grade of at least 80%***

CRN12192
ListingMATH 111-L10
CourseLab
Instructor
Time1430-1520
DaysM

Lab

CRN12200
ListingMATH 122-L01
CourseLinear Algebra I
Instructor
Time1130-1245
DaysMW

A course intended to introduce students to elementary linear algebra, particularly at a computational and applied level. Topics include matrices and systems of equations, inversion, determinants, vectors, inner products, eigenvectors and eigenvalues. ***Prerequisite: Precalculus 30, Mathematics B30 and C30, or Math 102.***

CRN12201
ListingMATH 122-L10
CourseLab
Instructor
Time1130-1220
DaysF

Lab

CRN12210
ListingMATH 217-L01
CourseDifferential Equations I
Instructor
Time1300-1415
DaysMW

Ordinary differential equations, modelling with differential equations, Laplace transforms. ***Prerequisite: MATH 111 and MATH 122***

CRN12228
ListingMATH 481-L01
CoursePartial Differential Equations
Instructor
Time1300-1415
DaysTR

Classification and basic properties of equations, separation of variables, Fourier series, Sturm-Liouville theory, Fourier and Laplace transforms. ***Prerequisite: MATH 381.***

CRN12238
ListingMATH 881-L01
CoursePartial Differential Equations
Instructor
Time1300-1415
DaysTR

The Cauchy problem, the Fredholm alternaive in Banach space, the potential equation, the Dirichlet problem, the heat equation, Green's functions, and the separation of variables.

Music & Music History
CRN12322
ListingMUHI 203-L01
CourseMusic History Survey - Middle Ages to Baroque
Instructor
Time0900-0950
DaysMWF

This course is geared toward MAP students majoring in music, who have successfully completed MUHI 202. This course traces the development of important early musical styles, genres, and forms by placing representative composers and selected musical works into their appropriate socio-cultural and historical contexts. Emphasis is on students honing their listening, writing, research and presentation skills. ***Prerequisite: MUHI 202 or permission of Department Head*** *Note: Students cannot receive credit for both MU 203 and MUHI 203*

CRN12323
ListingMUHI 415-L01
CourseHistory of Performance Practice
Instructor
Time1130-1220
DaysMWF

How was music performed in various places at various times in the past? This course investigates how and why musical interpretation changed over time and explores how it shapes present-day approaches to “early music” through consideration of original sources and contemporary commentary. Editions may be prepared and performed. ***Prerequisite: MUHI 203 or permission of department head.*** *Note: Students cannot receive credit for both MU 415 and MUHI 415*

Nonprofit Sector Leadership & Innovation
CRN12414
ListingNSLI 100-L01
CourseFoundations of the Nonprofit Sector
Instructor
TimeOnline
DaysOnline

Online delivered course. An introduction to the nonprofit and voluntary sector in Canada and the organizations that comprise it. The course examines the history, size, scope, and roles of the sector in society, relationships with government and other sectors and accountability in the context of governing and managing a private not-for-profit corporation. *Note: Students may receive credit for one of NSLI 100, IDS 290AA or NSLI 200.*

CRN12415
ListingNSLI 220-L01
CourseNonprofit Advocacy and Community Development
Instructor
TimeOnline
DaysOnline

Online delivered course. Theoretical and practical consideration of nonprofit advocacy work, including power structures and systems, government structures, community development and organizing, and networking and engaging community residents to achieve changes in public policies and programs and to educate about societal problems. Legal restrictions on charities' advocacy are examined. ***Prerequisite: NSLI 100 or 12 credit hours, or permission of the Program Director.*** *Note: NSLI 100 may be taken concurrently.* *Note: Students may receive credit for one of NSLI 220, NSLI 320, IDS 290AE, or JS 384.*

Philosophy
CRN12420
ListingPHIL 100-L01
CourseIntroduction to Philosophy
Instructor
Time0930-1020
DaysMWF

This introduction to philosophy will explore how philosophy can provide answers to some of the more profound questions we face, such as questions concerning knowledge, truth, mind and body, personal identity, free will, morality, politics, reasoning and the existence of God. * Note: Topics will vary with sections of this course *

CRN12425
ListingPHIL 150-L01
CourseCritical Thinking
Instructor
Time1900-2015
DaysTR

An introduction to the systematic study of reasoning, this course will teach the theory and practice of good reasoning. It will provide students with reasoning skills that are useful in whichever discipline and career they may pursue.

Psychology
CRN12517
ListingPSYC 101-L01
CourseIntroductory Psychology: Social, Developmental, and Clinical Focus
Instructor
Time1430-1545
DaysTR

An introduction to the study of adjustment, disorders, development, personality and the social environment of the person.

CRN12532
ListingPSYC 210-L01
CourseLifespan Developmental Psychology
Instructor
Time1300-1415
DaysTR

Hyflex- online/onsite flexible Instructional Method. An introduction to biological, cognitive, and social aspects of psychological development across the lifespan. ***Prerequisite: PSYC 101 and PSYC 102.***

CRN12537
ListingPSYC 230-L01
CoursePersonality Psychology
Instructor
Time1000-1115
DaysTR

A survey of theory and research related to individual differences in thinking, feeling, and behaving. ***Prerequisite: PSYC 101 and PSYC 102.***

CRN12547
ListingPSYC 321-L98
CourseForensic Psychology
Instructor
TimeOnline
DaysOnline

Online delivered course. An overview of the field of forensic psychology – the intersection of psychology and the law. Topics include: psychology of police investigations, deception, eyewitness testimony, child victims and witnesses, juries, mental illness in court, sentencing and parole, domestic violence, sexual offenders, psychopathy, risk assessment, and special offender populations. ***Prerequisite: PSYC 101 and PSYC 102, or 60 credit hours and permission of the Department Head.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for one of PSYC 321 or PSYC 320 as a forensic course.* *Note: This course will initially be restricted to PSYC majors and Certificate in Forensic Psychology students. Non-majors will be eligible to register at a later point if space remains.*

CRN12548
ListingPSYC 322-L01
CoursePsychology of Criminal Behaviour
Instructor
Time1130-1415
DaysM

This course examines biological, personality, and social theories and empirical research in the context of understanding criminal and violent behaviour. Topics covered will include: offender assessment and classification, offender treatment, criminal pathways to and desistance from crime, prevalence, and types of offenders. ***Prerequisite: PSYC 101 and PSYC 102.*** *Note: This course will initially be restricted to PSYC majors and Certificate in Forensic Psychology students. Non-majors will be eligible to register at a later point if space remains.*

CRN12551
ListingPSYC 360-L01
CoursePsychology of Deception
Instructor
Time1130-1245
DaysTR

Hyflex- online/onsite flexible Instructional Method. An examination of deception (e.g., lying, cheating) across the lifespan. Topics may include: how children learn to lie, the (im)morality of deception, methods of lie-detection and honesty-promotion across contexts (e.g., parenting, forensic, education), atypical lie-telling, and cheating. Legal and social implications will be discussed. ***Prerequisite: PSYC 101 and PSYC 102.*** *Note: This course will initially be restricted to PSYC majors and Certificate in Forensic Psychology students. Non-majors will be eligible to register at a later point if space remains.*

CRN12553
ListingPSYC 388AB-L01
CoursePositive Psychology
Instructor
Time1900-2145
DaysM

This course will include historical and philosophical foundations of positive psychology while reviewing related disciplines and discussing their contributions to the field. Some areas of focus will be: well-being, virtues, values, strengths, self-actualization, love and friendships, resilience, positive affect, optimism and hope, gratitude, lifespan, and organizations. ***Prerequisite: PSYC 101 and PSYC 102.*** *Note: This course will initially be restricted to PSYC majors. Non-majors will be eligible to register at a later point if space remains.*

CRN12578
ListingPSYC 400AB-L01
CourseHonours Thesis - Second Half
Instructor
Time1130-1415
DaysT

A research thesis in psychology. **Permission of the Department Head is required to register.** *Note: This course will initially be restricted to PSYC majors. Non-majors will be eligible to register at a later point if space remains.*

CRN12579
ListingPSYC 400AB-L02
CourseHonours Thesis - Second Half
Instructor
TimeTBA
DaysTBA

A research thesis in psychology. **Permission of the Department Head is required to register.** *Note: This course will initially be restricted to PSYC majors. Non-majors will be eligible to register at a later point if space remains.*

CRN12616
ListingPSYC 901-L01
CourseThesis Research
Instructor
TimeTBA
DaysTBA

Thesis research.

CRN12617
ListingPSYC 901-L02
CourseThesis Research
Instructor
TimeTBD
DaysTBD

Thesis research

Religious Studies
CRN12626
ListingRLST 100-L01
CourseIntroduction to Religious Studies
Instructor
Time1030-1120
DaysMWF

Hybrid- onsite classroom Instructional Method. An introduction to the academic study of religion; a survey of the thought and practices of major world religions; the impact of religion on society and culture.

CRN12627
ListingRLST 100-L01
CourseIntroduction to Religious Studies
Instructor
TimeTBA
DaysTBA

Hybrid- remote Instructional Method. An introduction to the academic study of religion; a survey of the thought and practices of major world religions; the impact of religion on society and culture.

CRN12631
ListingRLST 228-L98
CourseChristianity
Instructor
TimeOnline
DaysOnline

Online delivered course. An introduction to the foundations of Christianity dealing with topics such as the centrality of the story of Jesus, its roots in Judaism, its sources of authority, characteristic practices, historical and theological development, major denominational families. Some contemporary issues may also be briefly outlined. ***Prerequisite: Completion of 12 credit hours or RLST 100.***

CRN12632
ListingRLST 230-L01
CourseReligion, Spirituality and Health: Belief, Practices, Impacts and Implications
Instructor
Time1000-1115
DaysTR

Hyflex- online/onsite flexible Instructional Method. An exploration of beliefs and practices regarding health, disease, healing and mortality in a variety of religious traditions, and how these affect individual and community health. Includes an examination of empirical studies of religion and health outcomes and concludes with the implications for health care policy and practice. ***Prerequisite: Completion of 12 credit hours or RLST 100.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for one of RLST 230 or RLST 290BB.*

CRN12635
ListingRLST 275-L01
CourseWomen in World Religions
Instructor
Time1130-1415
DaysM

Remote - synchronous Instructional Method. This course surveys the role and religious experiences of women in various world religions. Lecture material will cover the accumulated traditional teachings on women and the feminine in each religion, with attention to specific historical developments. Contemporary scholars and issues will be highlighted with an emphasis on feminist methodologies. ***Prerequisites: Completion of 12 credit hours or RLST 100 or WGST 100.***

CRN13185
ListingRLST 341-L01
CourseIslam in the Modern World
Instructor
Time1300-1415
DaysTR

Hyflex- online/onsite flexible Instructional Method. This course explores the Muslim encounter with the modern age. It examines the traditional religious stance of the Islamic community, and the significant movements and influences that have affected it. It studies specific problems faced and decisions taken, and analyzes adaptations and tensions in Islamic faith and life resulting from the encounter. ***Prerequisite: Completion of 24 credit hours or a 200 level RLST course.***

CRN13591
ListingRLST 499-L01
CourseHonours Essay
Instructor
TimeTBA
DaysTBA

Honours essay. ** Permission of the Department Head is required to register. **

Statistics
CRN12730
ListingSTAT 100-L01
CourseElementary Statistics for Applications
Instructor
Time0830-0945
DaysTR

An introduction to statistical methods; descriptive statistics; the normal distribution; basic techniques of statistical inference; confidence intervals and hypothesis tests for population means and proportions; simple linear regression; and one-way analysis of variance. ***Prerequisite: Foundations of Math 20 or Precalculus 20 or Apprenticeship & Workplace Math 30 or MATH A30 or AMTH 091 or MATH 101*** *Note: STAT 100 and STAT 200 are designed to provide a year-long introduction to statistical methodology with a view towards applications and are not intended for majors in statistics, actuarial science, or any other program requiring a detailed knowledge of statistics. Students who receive credit for STAT 100 may not receive credit for STAT 160*

CRN12738
ListingSTAT 200-L01
CourseIntermediate Statistics for Applications
Instructor
Time1130-1245
DaysTR

A continuation of STAT 100; inference for two categorical variables; basic multiple linear regression; two-way analysis of variance; introduction to nonparametric methods; statistical process control; introduction to survey design. ***Prerequisite: STAT 100*** *Note: STAT 100 and STAT 200 are designed to provide a year-long introduction to statistical methodology with a view towards applications and are not intended for majors in statistics, actuarial science, or any other program requiring a detailed knowledge of statistics. Students who receive credit for STAT 200 may not receive credit for STAT 160*

Women's & Gender Studies
CRN12910
ListingWGST 206-L01
CourseFeminism & Activism
Instructor
Time1130-1415
DaysT

Remote - synchronous Instructional Method. How do feminist principles translate into political action, public policy, organizational structures, artistic or religious movements? Why have some movements been successful where others failed? We will examine this "dance" through the context and biographies of suffragette leaders, feminist global movements, and engage in service learning at successful feminist agencies. ***Prerequisite: WGST 100 or permission of instructor*** *Note: Formerly numbered WGST 280AG. Students may receive credit for only one of WGST 206 or WGST 280AG.*