This course surveys a variety of current public policies that influence the agricultural and rural economies. Students are exposed to the conflicting views of those concerned with food and agricultural policy issues in an international economy. Economic principles are used to evaluate alternatives in terms of the general welfare of society.
Analytical consideration of the role of agriculture in economic development in relation to overall development strategy at various stages of growth. Theoretical and policy issues of particular relevance to the agricultural development in underdeveloped agrarian economies with various resource, social, political and economic systems.
The course provides an overview of major safety and health hazards in agricultural production (farms) and of the basic approaches to prevention of agricultural injuries and illnesses.
Introduction to the science and technology associated with the brewing of beer. Topics will include the history of beer, varieties of beer, and production of beer. Within the discussions about the production of beer, the effect of raw materials, processing, microbiology, and storage on the taste and appearance of the beer will be studied. The class will also cover beer appreciation and sensory perception, which will complement the discussions of science and technology in the production of beer.
This course is an overview of Islamic spirituality, which refers to the spiritual aspects within basic Islamic texts and general Islamic practices, and Islamic mysticism, which refers to the concepts and practices of Sufism. Throughout the entire course, poems from Rumi, the greatest of the Sufi poets, will be read and discussed. The purpose of the course is to expose students to the ideas and practices of Islamic spirituality and mysticism, the history of Sufism and in a lesser extent the debate between Sufism and normative Islam.
This course provides an historical and thematic overview of theology and law (Shari'ah or Fiqh) in Islam. The main concepts of Islamic theology are introduced, comparing them to Christian thought and taking into account contemporary issues. The section on law covers the historical development of the classical legal schools and the main concepts of Islamic legal philosophy.
This introductory laboratory course will provide students with practical knowledge and hands-on experience in basic behavioral, anatomical and physiological techniques used by laboratory scientists in the investigation of the nervous system. It is designed as a gateway to independent research experiences in working neuroscience laboratories.
ANA 410G is a multidisciplinary discussion of neurodegenerative diseases and neurologic disorders. The course objective is to provide an in depth understanding of the basic science and clinical symptoms of selected neurologic disorders and neurodegenerative diseases, current treatment strategies and new approaches for treatment and potential cure of these devastating illnesses.
This course provides an introductory level of understanding of human central nervous system (CNS) anatomy and function. Lecture topics will explore the CNS based on structures that make up functional systems (e.g., motor, sensory, visual, etc.), how these systems interact, and examples of how a loss of function results in disease conditions.
Introduction to qualitative research methods in cultural anthropology, with a focus on participant-observation, interviewing, collaborative methods, ethnographic writing, and other techniques.
