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3.00 Credits
Students read and discuss selected works of recent and earlier American literature focusing on themes such as growing up American, the immigrant experience, country life vs. city life, alienation, the pioneer experience, the impact of the western hero, and the work ethic. Understanding and appreciation of the uniqueness and continuity of these themes and of the methods used by fiction writers will enhance the students' reading experience. 3 hours of lecture per week. (General Education: AH). Prerequisite: ENG-1061 or equivalent.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the themes of peace, pacifism, and nonviolence in literature from the United States and around the world. Students will read and discuss classic and contemporary novels, short stories, and poetry, responding critically to war and suggesting peaceful alternatives. 3 hours of lecture per week. (General Education: AH). Prerequisite: None.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to offer a critical inquiry into the films, novels, life and works of one of the bestselling and most popular authors of our time - Stephen King. Through the critical analysis of such films as Carrie, Stand by Me, Misery, The Shining, and Storm of the Century (among others), students will explore their personal relationship to horror fiction while entertaining a central, pivotal question: What does horror's manifestation in popular culture reveal about the American psyche? This course seeks to unravel our cultural fascination with themes of horror fiction, while exploring King's works as both a continuation of the literary Gothic canon, and a driving force in the cinematic tradition of American horror filims. 3 hours of lecture per week. (General Education: AH) Prerequisite: ENG-1061 or equivalent.
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3.00 Credits
This course studies in depth the tradition of anti-war literature from the United States and around the world. Students will read and discuss classic and contemporary novels, short stories and poetry addressing themes of peace, pacifism, and nonviolence, responding critically to war and suggesting peaceful alternatives. 3 hours of lecture per week. (General Education: AH). Prerequisite: ENG-1061 or equivalent.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the fundamental legal and ethical issues in American crime and criminal justice through film and literature. The course examines the dilemmas in crime and punishment. Students discuss the literature and films in the context of the humanities. (General Education: AH) Prerequisites: Junior standing or permission.
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3.00 Credits
This advanced writing course is designed to offer a critical inquiry into the films, novels, life and works of one of the bestselling and most popular authors of our time - Stephen King. Through the critical analysis of such films as Carrie, Stand by Me, Misery, The Shining, and Storm of the Century (among others), students will explore their personal relationship to horror fiction while entertaining a central, pivotal question: What does horror's manifestation in popular culture reveal about the American psyche? This course seeks to unravel our cultural fascination with themes of horror fiction, while exploring King's works as both a continuation of the literary Gothic canon, and a driving force in the cinematic tradition of American horror filims. 3 hours of lecture per week. (General Education: AH) Prerequisite: ENG-1061 or junior standing.
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3.00 Credits
This course will analyze various aspects of environmental policy making in both the U.S. and internationally. It will begin with various philosophical and ideological perspectives concerning the relationship between man and nature. There will be consideration of how environmental issues interact ith various other types of societal goals, particularly economic prosperity, security, and freedom. The class will study aspects of the environmental policy process and its outcomes in the U.S. by the use of a number of case studies relevant to particular policy problems (including air and water pollution; biological engineering; and energy). 3 hours of lecture per week. (General Ed: SS). Prerequisite: None
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2.00 - 3.00 Credits
fall/spring This course introduces students to Vermont Technical College and provides an overview of the Equine Studies major. Topics to be covered include: an examination of the equine industry in the United States; equine safety and ethics; the equine in human history, equine psychology; fundamentals of equine behavior and training; breeds and conformation; disciplines; equine management; and career options in the equine industry. 2 hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: None for EQS1010. EQS1011 requires EQS1010.
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2.00 Credits
Students will be introduced to stable management principles and will be responsible for daily horse care, under the supervision of the Equine Center Supervisor. Stable Management topics include safety guidelines, grooming for health, feed and nutrition, equine health care and record keeping; facility assessment and organization, and seasonal care issues. The Equitation topics begin with the fundamentals of equitation, including correct use and fitting of tack; understanding human anatomy and the seat; the use of basic balanced position and light contact while performing transitions and half halts; working on turns and maneuverability; and regulation of pace on the flat.. All students are expected to demonstrate proficiency in the foundation components, which will form the basis of Riding Instruction I. 4 hours per lab week: 2 hours animal care and 2 hours riding. Prerequisite: None. [Course fee: $600.00]
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2.00 Credits
Students will build upon their study of stable management principles from EQS1021 and will continue to be responsible for daily horse care, under the supervision of the Equine Center Supervisor. Emphasis in this course will be on successful winter care of equines and the facility. Topics include: regular health assessment; dental care; first aid; blanketing and bandaging; use of restraints; facility design and pasture management; continuing attention to saddle and equipment fit; tack care; and equine transport. Additionally, students will continue to receive instruction in equitation and use of aids, including review of basic balanced position; half halts, transitions, and lateral and longitudinal suppling; and development of obedience and roundness, submission and attention. Students will be introduced to the use of natural and artificial aids, cues, and exercises for flat work. Students will receive equitation instruction suitable to their level of ability, which may include increased focus on clear communication and effective use of aids or cues resulting in improved performance. Some students also may opt to focus on driving or western horsemanship. 4 lab hours per week: 2 hours animal care and 2 hours riding. Prerequisite: EQS 1021. [Course fee: $600.00]
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