HPER H174  Prevention of Violence in American Society

Applied Health Science

PREREQUISITES:  None

CLASS MEETS:  MW  5:45 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.

INSTRUCTOR:  Dr. Earl H. Blair, HPER 116, (812) 856-5768

E-MAIL:  blair@indiana.edu

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course covers various contributors to violence in America with
an emphasis on prevention and protection.  Personal and environmental
factors related to violence are considered within the context of
public health.  Topics include Domestic Violence, Gun Violence,
Random Violence, Crimes Against Women, Hate Crimes, Arson in America,
School and Campus Violence, Violence in the Media, WorkplaceViolence,
and Responding to Victimization.  The course includes class
activities, discussions, brief reaction papers, and a mini-project.
There will be two multiple-choice exams.