UNIV - University Studies Course Offerings
In Spring 2005 a new prefix (UNIV, for "University Studies") was introduced for interdisciplinary courses. Typically, these courses are co-taught by instructors from more than one college, and carry GE and/or USCP credit.
Spring 2008 Course Offerings
UNIV 330 Cal Poly Land: Nature, Technology and Society (4)
GE Area F
Scientific investigation of the natural features of the Cal Poly landscape and their transformations by land management technology. Analysis of the environmental, economic, social, and political effects of agricultural, resource extraction and construction technology on that landscape. Emphasis on the educational, land-use and long term planning issues of technology presented by this case study. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Completion of GE Areas A and B, and junior standing.
Class #6979, Sec 01, Lecture, MW 4:10-6:00 p.m., Bldg. 26-106
Instructors: Matthew Ritter and Hunter Francis
UNIV 333 World Food Systems (4) GE Area F
Integrated, interdisciplinary study of the technologies of global food production, environmental and social issues related to the application of those technologies, and moral and ethical issues associated with global food production and distribution. Emphasis on the politics of change. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Junior standing and completion of Area B.
Class #6976, Sec 01, Lecture, 2:10-4:00 p.m., Bldg. 34-227
Instructors: Bud Evans and Mary Pedersen
UNIV X492 Poly D-Lab II: Appropriate Technology for Impoverished Communities: Design (4)
Hands-on design studio course. Design for underserved communities. Work in multidisciplinary teams in collaboration with community partners and field practitioners. Development of a working prototype and group presentation. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Junior standing and consent of instructor. Recommended: UNIV X491.
Class #6984, Sec 01, Lecture, 2:10-4:00 p.m., Bldg. 192-224
Instructors: Pete Schwartz and Rod Hoadley
Other Approved UNIV Courses Not Offered This Quarter
UNIV 339 Disaster-Resistant Sustainable Communities (4) GE Area F
Creation of safer, more resilient cities through systematic application of urban disaster risk reduction methods that utilize the technology GIS combined with principles from the engineering and geo- sciences. Emphasis on hazard identification and methods to lower disaster risk. 3 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Completion of GE Area B.
UNIV 350 The Global Environment (4) GE Area F
Interdisciplinary investigation of how human activities impact the Earth's environment on a global scale. Examination of population, resource use, climate change, and biodiversity from scientific/technical and social/economic/historical/political perspectives. Use of remote sensing maps. Sustainable solutions. 3 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Completion of GE Areas A and B and junior standing.
UNIV 361 Modernism (4) GE C4 (Also listed as HUM 361)
Interdisciplinary survey of the eighteenth, nineteenth and twentieth-century concepts and cultural movements known as modernism throughout Europe, North America and Latin America . Disciplines may include architecture, art, drama, literature, music, philosophy and photography. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Completion of GE Area A and one class from Area C.
UNIV X424 Design of Museum Displays on Science, Engineering and Technology (4) GE Area B
The design and creation of educational museum displays that highlight science, engineering, and technology. Projects done by multidisciplinary teams and for clients in the community. Emphasis on design, teamwork, service learning and project management. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: GE Area B and senior standing or consent of instructor.
UNIV X491 Poly D-Lab I:Appropriate Technology for Impoverished Communities: Development
A broad overview of international development and appropriate design for sustainability. In addition to academic work, students work in teams to address problems with technical solutions. Collaboration with mentors from the University, private sector, and nonprofits serves to provide diverse background and project mentorship. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Junior standing and consent of instructor.
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