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Students who wish to take elective courses in Culture, International Business, Intercultural Communication, Environmental Sciences, Ethnic studies and Photography, but don’t have an advanced level of Spanish can enroll in the courses taught in English.
All elective courses are offered on demand. Students must enroll in these courses at least two months prior to arrival. We advise to make two choices of electives in case one doesn’t open.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOR SUMMER AND SEMESTER PROGRAMS
Syllabi available upon request.
- ENV 3044: INTRODUCTION TO TROPICAL ECOLOGY
3 credits (48 hours)
ENV 3044L: LABORATORY
1 credit (20 hours)
DESCRIPTION
An introductory course to Ecology, the study of the natural environment and of the relations of organisms to each other and to their surroundings, with emphasis on the tropical setting and Costa Rican models of conservation. Population demography; the physical world, adaptation and geographic variation of same; interactions, competition, predation. Community development, biodiversity, biogeography. Students must enroll in both the lecture course and the laboratory. Two field trips (one to the beach and one to the mountain) are mandatory.
- ENV 3190 INTRODUCTION TO TROPICAL MARINE BIOLOGY
3 credits (48 hours)
ENV 3190L: LABORATORY (20 hours) 1 credit
DESCRIPTION
An introduction to the biology and ecology of tropical marine ecosystems. Studies the balance between ecosystems and human stress and demands on the constant changing marine environment. Students must enroll in both the lecture course and the laboratory. Two field trips to the beach are mandatory.
- ENV 3005: ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
3 credits (48 hours)
DESCRIPTION
Introduction to the study of major environmental problems and issues confronting modern society ecosystem concepts; population patterns and dynamics. Resources, use and misuse; population and environmental quality. Environmental citizenship and economic incentives. Costa Rican initiatives and eco-tourism. Two field trips are mandatory (one to the mountain and one to a banana plantation).
- ENV 4040: SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
3 credits (48 hours)
DESCRIPTION
An introduction to the natural resources conservation status in Costa Rica. This course has multidisciplinary approach to environmental issues that pertain to the new model of sustainable development by the Costa Rican government. Costa Rica is well known for its conservation through the National Parks System, although the new concepts of conservation areas and sustainable development are as innovative.
- ARCH 3112: History and Theories of Latin American Architecture 1
3 credits (48 hours)
Survey of architecture and urban design of pre-Columbian and colonial developments in Latin America.
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- BLST 3020- SELECTED TOPICS IN AFRO-AMERICAN STUDIES
3 credits (48 hours)
(Can also count for ETHN 3100 Selected Topics in Ethnic Studies)
Description:
Intensive examination of a particular topic, theme, issue, or problem concerning the Black presence in Costa Rica and Central America. Sample offerings could include Central America and ethnic politics, history and Culture, Blacks in Central American governments, Contemporary Black literature, History of the Black experience in Costa Rica.
- DNCE 2500: INTRODUCTION TO LATIN AMERICAN TROPICAL DANCE
3 credits (48 hours)
Explores the technique, rhythm and movement style of Latin American Tropical dance. History, anthropology, folklore and songs are part of this experiential course.
- HUM 3513- ARTS AND HUMANITIES: COSTA RICA COLLOQUIUM
3 credits (48 hours)
Description:
A general survey of the complex heritage and social evolution of Costa Rica, examined through a comprehensive and multidisciplinary view focusing on the historical development and present day dynamics of economy, society, polity, natural resources and culture. Special attention will be given to topics such as cultural background, identity formation, social development and education the roots of present day crises, problems of peace and democracy, some artistic and literary trends, and the emergence and role of old and new ideological movements. Emphases will be placed upon different topics during the course, according to students' backgrounds and expectations.
- PHIL 1002 INTRODUCTION TO EASTERN AND WESTERN PHILOSOPHY
3 credits (48 hours)
(Taught in English and Spanish)
Description:
An overview of selected classical texts in eastern and western philosophical movements. Topics may vary, but may include: Millenary India, ancient Tibet, classical Egypt, Socratic Dialogues: Plato’s metaphysics, Aristotle’s ethical theory, Neo-Platonism, Stoicism, Kant and others.
- COMM 3200: INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION
3 credits (48 hours)
An overview of the field of Intercultural Communication. The course examines theoretical aspects of culture and world view, intercultural contact, entry and reentry processes. Addresses issues of diversity and commonalities amongst human beings, implications and applications according to each situation and professional context. Students will develop skills for intercultural competence.
- GEB 3350- INTRODUCTION TO INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
3 credits (48 hours)
Description:
An overview of cultural environment of international business and the institutions which affect business today. International economic, political and trade issues are analyzed in the context of socioeconomic goals and policies of the nations involved. The Latin American perspective with regard to the U.S., Asia and Europe is examined: NAFTA, Merco sur, the EC and other common market areas and agreements. .
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