| |
| |
-
ACCT 0000 - Any course from the ACCT department
Choose any course from the ACCT department.
|
| |
-
ACCT 1005 - Practical Accounting I
This course is for students who need a basic knowledge of accounting procedures. It is not recommended for the potential four-year business major or students who have had a year of high school bookkeeping, but rather for the student who needs a basic working knowledge of accounting.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
Comments: Prior to Spring 2004, ACCT 1005 was listed as ACCT 1050.
|
| |
-
ACCT 1006 - Practical Accounting II: Payroll
This is a comprehensive payroll accounting course that covers laws governing payroll, methods of computing wages and salaries, Social Security taxes, federal income tax, withholding, unemployment taxes and journalizing payroll transactions.
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: 2 lecture hrs/week
Comments: Prior to Spring 2004, ACCT 1006 was listed as ACCT 1060.
|
| |
-
ACCT 1010 - Accounting I
This course is designed to give students a basic understanding of the role of accounting information in business and the relevance of accounting information in their future careers. It focuses on information communicated by the financial statements and how this information is used in making business decisions across the organization.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: 4 lecture hrs/week
Comments: Prior to Spring 2004, ACCT 1010 was listed as ACCT 2010.
|
| |
-
ACCT 1020 - Accounting II
This course is designed to give students a basic understanding of the role of accounting information in business. It focuses on managerial accounting and the many decisions faced by business in their operations. Students learn various costing tools and the importance of cost analysis in business decision making.
Prerequisites:
ACCT 1010 - Accounting I with a grade of “C” or better
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: 4 lecture hrs/week
Comments: Prior to Spring 2004, ACCT 1020 was listed as ACCT 2020.
|
| |
-
ACCT 2110 - QuickBooks
This course covers the major components of a computerized accounting system–general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll.
Prerequisites:
ACCT 1050 Practical Accounting I, ACCT 2010 Principles of Accounting I, or instructor consent.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
ACCT 2410 - Intermediate Accounting I
ACCT 2410 Intermediate Accounting I provides the students with much more in-depth examination of the principles learned in ACCT 1010 Accounting I. Topics include FASB conceptual framework, accounting cycle, net income concepts, ratios, and inventory concepts.
Prerequisites:
ACCT 1010 - Accounting I and ACCT 1020 - Accounting II with a grade of “C” or better
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: 4 lecture hrs/week
Comments: Offered Fall semester of even years
|
| |
-
ACCT 2420 - Intermediate Accounting II
ACCT 2420 Intermediate Accounting II provides the students with a continuation of topics learned in ACCT 2410 Intermediate Accounting I. Topics include securities, bonds, time value of money, plant assets including depreciate, intangible assets, stocks, and dividends.
Prerequisites:
ACCT 2410 - Intermediate Accounting I with a grade of “C” or better
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: 4 lecture hours/week
Comments: Offered Spring semester of odd years
|
| |
-
ACCT 2450 - Cost Accounting
This course is an introductory investigation of fundamental principles of managerial cost accounting, such as accumulation and reporting of accounting information for product costing and standard costing, as well as information and processes useful in planning, decision making and control activities. It is a sophomore level class intended for students majoring in Accounting. It is also intended for those students who wish to gain a better understanding of accumulating and reporting costs in manufacturing, merchandising, and service businesses, and for those students who are interested in management.
Prerequisites:
ACCT 1020 - Accounting II with a “C” or better
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
Comments: Offered Fall semester of odd years
|
| |
-
ACCT 2610 - Managerial Accounting
This course is designed for the student who intends to use accounting data internally as a manager in directing the affairs of organizations. Topics covered include cost accounting departmentalization, budgeting and use of accounting data.
Prerequisites:
ACCT 1010-Accounting I and ACCT 1020 - Accounting II with a “C” or better
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
Comments: Prior to Spring 2005, ACCT 2610 was listed as ACCT 2030.
|
| |
-
ACTA 1750 - Income Tax Preparation
This course teaches students how to prepare the basic Federal Income Tax forms, including 1040EZ, 1040A, and the 1040 long form, including itemized deductions such as medical expenses. It is part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA). It is designed to educate students in teh preparation of the basic and most common Federal Income Tax returns, and to volunteer to prepare those returns in the community.
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: Approximately 30 hours/semester
|
| |
-
ADDN 1020 - Addiction Behaviors
This course provides students with an opportunity to explore human behavior from an addiction perspective including drugs and addictions that include gambling, sex, exercise, violence, work, power, money and risk/sensation-seeking addictions. Aspects of lifestyle and habits that are carried to addictive extremes are examined. Focus is on clarification of theories of addiction and current treatment practices.
Prerequisites:
None
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: Lecture
|
| |
-
ADDN 1480 - Addictions & Special Populations
This course examines addiction behaviors and assessment within special populations, including adolescents, women, ethnic groups, the elderly, the disabled, athletes, and criminals.
Prerequisites:
none
Co-requisites:
none
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hours/week
|
| |
-
ADDN 2010 - Addictions Assessment
This course is intended as an introduction to assessment so that students have a basic understanding of assessment elements and objectives. It provides specific guidance on identifying indications of substance abuse, how to broach the subject with a client, and what screening and assessment instruments to use.
Prerequisites:
Complete of or concurrent enrollment in ADDN 1020 Addiction Behaviors or instructor consent
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: 2 lecture hours/week
|
| |
-
ADDN 2470 - Practicum in Addictions
This course provides the opportunity for students to gain work experience in the field and to apply knowledge acquired in previous and current course work. This time is scheduled, structured, and supervised by a certified or licensed professional.
Prerequisites:
ADDN 2010 Addictions Assessment or instructor consent
Co-requisites:
none
Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of ADDN 2470 , the student will:
- 1. Identify an appropriate field placement based on interests.
- Compare personal roles as an intern and as a professional in the field.
- Record experiences in a journal.
- Describe ethical and legal issues experienced within the field placement.
- Observe supervisors within the field placement.
- Explain steps taken to working with diverse groups.
- Design practice interventions based on experiences.
- Summarize the effects of stress and self-care on human services workers.
- Outline the steps in closing a client case.
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 135 hrs/semester
|
| |
-
AECL 0000 - Any course from the AECL department
Choose any course from the AECL department.
|
| |
-
AECL 1000 - Agroecology
This course is designed to explore the relationships that occur between the soil, the plant community, animals and humans in the process of food production.
General Education Requirement: Life Science
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: 3 lecture, 2 lab hrs/week
|
| |
-
AECL 1150 - Perspectives in Sustainable Food Systems
This course introduces students to a variety of perspectives regarding the sustainability of our current food system through viewings of food documentaries and assigned readings. Class discussions will be based on student reflection and comparison of differing perspectives.
Credits: 1
Contact Hours: 1 lecture hr/week
|
| |
-
AECL 1470 - Internship in: Ag Ecology
The internship course provides students in any general or transfer discipline a means to integrate classroom theory with workplace practice. Students will be placed in a working/learning environment that provides for structured learning, workplace experience, and mentoring by a professional.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 1 to 6
Contact Hours: 3000 minutes/credit hour
Comments: Instructor consent required
|
| |
-
AECL 2010 - The Ecological Web: Soils
This course introduces students to the soil resources of the United States to enable a full appreciation of the importance of these resources; presents soil science theory tied to the practice of those that use the soil; and stresses the sustainable management of soil resources. The course focuses on the basic properties of soils such as physical, chemical, and biological which influence our use of soils to grow plants, to support structures, to store wastes, to filter water, and in general to function as a component of our habitat.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: 3 lecture, 2 lab hrs/week
|
| |
-
AECL 2140 - Food, Ethics, & Sustainability
Students in this course will explore the interconnectedness of food systems and our relationships to them, examine the impact our food choices have on our health, the health of others, and the health of the planet, and consider the ethical and political implications of our current food system and our personal food choices.
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
AECL 2160 - Exploring Sustainability in Agriculture
This course integrates the study of theoretical aspects of agricultural sustainability with both field-based laboratory exercises and hands-on learning of sustainable agriculture practices. Students will explore the influence of specific agricultural technologies and land use practices on the productivity of agricultural ecosystems, environmental quality, and human health by examining the environmental science and agronomy of both conventional and alternative agricultural practices.
Prerequisites:
AECL 1000 - Agroecology
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: 3 lecture, 2 lab hours/week
|
| |
-
AGEC 0000 - Any course from the AGEC department
Choose any course from the AGEC department.
|
| |
-
AGEC 1000 - Ag Orientation
This course provides an overview of agriculture career options and an exposure to a variety of local agriculture businesses as well as an overview of local, state, and national agriculture systems. This course is also designed to acquaint students with the agriculture faculty, courses, services and assistance available to them.
Prerequisites:
None
Co-requisites:
None
Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of AGEC 1000 Ag Orientation, the student will:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the agriculture program and staff.
- List the courses and services available through the ag department.
- Evaluate different agriculture systems from local, state, and national levels, as well as from both private and public sectors.
- Analyze a variety of academic and career options available.
- Discuss how to establish goals and achieve them.
- List advising and processes for successful completion of an ag program degree.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 1
Instructional Method Lecture
Contact Hours: 1 hour/week
|
| |
-
AGEC 1005 - Survey of Agri-Management
This course is designed for students who need background in basic agri-business management and records. Topics include business and operations management, agriculture records, and marketing.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: 4 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
AGEC 1010 - Introduction to Ag Economics
This course is for students wishing to enter either production agriculture or agribusiness. It is designed to give the student a working knowledge of both the terminology and concepts in the field of agricultural economics. This course is required for Agricultural Business majors.
General Education Requirement: Social and Behavioral Sciences
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
AGEC 1020 - Agricultural Microeconomics
This course introduces students to the principles of microeconomics as it relates to agriculture. This includes emphasis on value and price theory, market forms, public policy, labor economics, and international trade.
Prerequisites:
None
Co-requisites:
None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/wk
|
| |
-
AGEC 1100 - Intro to Comp Ag Records Mgmt
This course is an introduction to farm and ranch computerized records management. It covers basic farm/ranch accounting functions including all financial statements: flow of funds, income statement and balance sheet. The course compares cash versus accrual accounting and the benefits of each. The focus of this course is to develop and reinforce accounting and record management principles by utilizing the microcomputer and entering case farm/ranch data.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
AGEC 1470 - Internship in Ag Economics
The internship course provides students in any general or transfer discipline a means to integrate classroom theory with workplace practice. Students will be placed in a working/learning environment that provides for structured learning, workplace experience, and mentoring by a professional.
Credits: 1-6
Contact Hours: 3000 minutes/credit hour
Comments: Instructor consent required
|
| |
-
AGEC 2020 - Farm Ranch Business Mgmt
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the business decision-making process, financial management and analysis needed in the operation of production agriculture businesses.
Prerequisites:
None
Co-requisites:
None
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: 4 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
AGEC 2230 - Intro to Ag Commodities & Futures Markets
This course introduces agricultural commodities markets and their use in risk management. This course uses economic theory and methods to introduce price formation, producer and agribusiness strategies, as well as financial instruments associated with U.S. and international agricultural markets.
Prerequisites:
none
Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of AGEC 2230 Introduction to Ag Commodities and Futures Markets, the student will:
- Describe the components of futures, options, and other derivative markets
- Describe how markets can be used to leverage risk
- Trade real world derivative markets in mock software
- Navigate trading software
- Apply economic analysis and critical thinking to evaluate real-world problems in commodity marketing
- Analyze basic commodities markets
- Evaluate alternative risk management tools
- Conduct research in both the input and output activities of agri-business
- Create working models for price discovery in commodities markets
Credits: 3
Instructional Method Lecture
Contact Hours: 3 hours/week
|
| |
-
AGEC 2300 - Agricultural Marketing
This course focuses on the vast array of agricultural markets that are available to producers today. Students learn how to position their agribusiness through a variety of methods to gain market leverage.
Prerequisites:
None
Co-requisites:
None
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
AGEC 2360 - Agriculture Sales
This course represents various aspects of the sales process including types of sales, creating the sales climate, motivation, referral and non-referral prospecting, phone sales, presentations and demonstrations, qualifying prospects, overcoming objections and closing techniques.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
AGEC 2470 - Internship in Ag Economics
The internship course provides students in any general or transfer discipline a means to integrate classroom theory with workplace practice. Students will be placed in a working/learning environment that provides for structured learning, workplace experience, a mentoring by a professional.
Credits: 1-6
Contact Hours: 3000 minutes/credit hour
Comments: Instructor consent required
|
| |
-
AGRI 0000 - Any course from the AGRI department
Choose any course from the AGRI department.
|
| |
-
AGRI 1010 - Computers in Agriculture
This course explores the Microsoft Office Suite as it relates to Agriculture. Students are introduced to basic and advanced capabilities of the software package with specific emphasis on Microsoft Excel. Students apply the software to agricultural management administration.
Prerequisites:
none
Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of AGRI 1010 Computers in Agriculture, the student will:
- manipulate documents using Microsoft Word.
- build spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel.
- develop presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint.
- demonstrate proficiency in electronic communication and file management.
- evaluate basic technologies used in advanced agriculture.
- analyze data found in the USDA website.
- interpret data through computer software programs.
- construct models to be used in future agribusiness ventures.
- design videos to be used in agricultural businesses.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Instructional Method Lecture
Contact Hours: 3 hours/week
|
| |
-
AGRI 2385 - Agricultural Communications
This course helps students tell the story of global agriculture. Students develop analytical skills as well as communication skills, both in written and oral formats. This course also focuses on career building within the agricultural communications industry.
Prerequisites:
None
Co-requisites:
None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/wk
|
| |
-
AIST 2210 - North American Indians
This course is a comparative consideration of North American Indian culture areas at European contact.
Cross-listed: ANTH 2210
General Education Requirement: Global Diversity
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hours/week
|
| |
-
ANSC 0000 - Any course from the ANSC department
Choose any course from the ANSC department.
|
| |
-
ANSC 1005 - Introduction to Equine Studies
This course is designed to give students an opportunity to explore the many horse-related career tracks available and to determine the education needed to be successful in these careers. The course also provides a broad overview of the equine anatomy, nutrition, and management.
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
ANSC 1010 - Livestock Production
This course introduces students to modern livestock production and includes breeds and management of sheep, dairy, swine, horses, and poultry. Methods of production are covered including ways to produce a more healthful, consumable, and acceptable animal product. Nutritional and economical aspects of products from various types of livestock are discussed. Economic impact of livestock production on a nationwide and world basis is also discussed as well as some animal pathology and nutrition.
Prerequisites:
None
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: 3 lecture, 2 lab hrs/week
|
| |
-
ANSC 1040 - Equine Nutrition
This course is designed to give students in-depth knowledge of equine nutrient requirements and how they affect a horse’s performance. This course involves the analysis of equine digestive systems including, metabolic and digestive disorders. The students also evaluate nutritive needs as they relate to feed composition, vitamins and mineral nutrition, and general feeding and management.
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
ANSC 1100 - Artificial Insemination
This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills needed to perform artificial insemination on cattle.
Prerequisites:
ANSC 2015 Livestock Reproduction or equivalent, and instructor consent
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 1
Contact Hours: 22.5 lecture/lab hours
Comments: Additional Fee
|
| |
-
ANSC 1400 - Equine Anatomy and Locomotion
This course applies the understanding of equine anatomy and physiology to practical horsemanship and farrier science. This course focuses on lower limb anatomy and the interaction of skeleto-muscular systems on locomotion and pathology. Basic farrier theory, including shoe selection and foot and leg care will also be introduced.
Prerequisites:
none
Co-requisites:
none
Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of EQST 1400 Equine Anatomy and Locomotion the student will:
- diagram the muscle and skeletal anatomy of a horse’s lower limb.
- acquire an equine anatomy and physiology vocabulary to facilitate communication with horse owners and veterinarians.
- analyze horse movement as it relates to anatomy and physiology.
- evaluate pathologies due to the anatomy and physiology of the lower limb or due to improper foot care and shoeing.
- troubleshoot common foot and shoeing problems.
- handle horses safely.
- compare different horseshoe and nail types to their applications.
Credits: 4
Instructional Method Combined lecture/lab
Contact Hours: 6 hrs/week
|
| |
-
ANSC 1470 - Internship in Animal Science
The internship course provides students in any general or transfer discipline a means to integrate classroom theory with workplace practice. Students will be placed in a working/learning environment that provides for structured learning, workplace experience, and mentoring by a professional.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 1 to 6
Contact Hours: 3000 minutes/credit hour
Comments: Instructor consent required
|
| |
-
ANSC 2015 - Livestock Reproduction
This course provides a comprehensive study of livestock reproduction, the single most important economic factor of livestock production. It covers the anatomy, physiology and endocrine aspects of livestock reproduction. Estrous synchronization, artificial insemination, pregnancy testing, and management systems are covered as well as economic considerations to maximize profits. Emphasis is on cattle reproduction, but other types of livestock are discussed.
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hours/week
Comments: Prior to Fall 2011, ANSC 2015 was listed as ANSC 1015
|
| |
-
ANSC 2020 - Feeds & Feeding
This course presents a scientific, yet practical approach to the study of feeding farm animals for growth, production, finish, reproduction, and work. Elements and constituents of feed stuffs are studied along with the requirements of animals. Students learn to properly balance rations, using a variety of methods. The course emphasizes the use of both home grown and commercial feed to obtain optimum results. This course is designed to introduce students to feeding practices of farm animals and give them a broad understanding of the livestock feeds industry, including the challenges and opportunities associated with it.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: 3 lecture, 2 lab hrs/week
|
| |
-
ANSC 2110 - Beef Production
This course provides an in-depth study of beef production from a scientific and practical point of view. It includes the economics of production and how to maximize profits, using the latest in scientific and management techniques. Financial, production, and genetic aspects are stressed, including the use of both the animal and basic production unit. Particular emphasis is place on Western Production conditions, including cow/calf operations, stocker programs, and the production of market beef.
Prerequisites:
None
Co-requisites:
None
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
ANSC 2320 - Livestock Pathology
This course presents a scientific yet practical approach to the study of livestock health. Anatomy and pathology will be discussed. Analysis, diagnosis, and treatment of common livestock diseases will be discussed. Emphasis will be on control and prevention primarily in beef cattle; however other types of livestock will be discussed. This course will emphasize common disease problems of the Western United States.
Prerequisites:
none
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
ANSC 2470 - Internship in Animal Science
This internship course provides a means for students in any general or transfer discipline a means to integrate classroom theory with workplace practice. Students will be placed in a working/learning environment that provides for structured learning, workplace experience, and mentoring by a professional.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 1 to 6
Contact Hours: 3000 minutes per credit hour
Comments: Instructor consent required
|
| |
-
ANTH 0000 - Anthropology Course
Course from the Anthropology Department
|
| |
-
ANTH 1200 - Cultural Anthropology
This course examines the intricacies, uniqueness, and/or universal characteristics of cultures from a national and global perspective. It explores and defines anthropology, identifies what anthropologists do, the value of the field and the careers which may utilize these skills and abilities. This course provides a brief history, the evolutionary theories and key concepts in field of anthropology and provide an introduction to the scientific methodology and techniques used in this field. Additionally, this course will present comparisons of the sum of mankind’s learned behavior, as opposed to genetically determined behavior, the plight of tribal peoples today as well as the relationship between cultural and personal traits.
Prerequisites:
none
Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of ANTH1200 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology , the student will:
- define anthropology as a scientific discipline.
- state what cultural anthropologists do.
- describe methodology and techniques used by cultural anthropologists.
- provide a brief history of anthropology.
- explain the importance of cultural relativity and define ethnocentrism.
- outline such key concepts in cultural anthropology as subsistence, economics, politics, kinship, marriage, and religion.
- describe the plight of tribal peoples today.
- relate the value of cultural anthropology as a scientific field of knowledge.
General Education Requirement: Social and Behavioral Sciences/Global Diversity
Credits: 3
Instructional Method Lecture
Contact Hours: 3 hours/week
|
| |
-
ANTH 1300 - Introduction to Archaeology
This introductory course covers the history of archaeological excavation, dating methods and techniques, including a survey of both Old and New World civilizations, major events and sites.
General Education Requirement: Social and Behavioral Sciences/Global Diversity
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
ANTH 2000 - Linguistic Anthropology
This course provides an introduction to anthropological approaches for understanding language and interpretation within a cultural context, with attention paid to oral languages and preliterate cultures.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of a 1000-level ANTH course.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
ANTH 2025 - Introduction to World Music
This course explores various aspects of music from a global perspective. The focus is on music styles and traditions from outside the Western canon. Students will actively study music in its cultural context from a variety of geographic areas of the world.
Cross-listed: MUSC 2025 - Introduction to World Music
General Education Requirement: Social Behavioral or Global Diversity
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
AQTK 0000 - Any course from the AQTK department
Choose any course from the AQTK department.
|
| |
|
| |
-
ART 1000 - Introduction to Art: Studio & Theory
This course examines significant trends in the fine and applied arts through the ages as explained and discussed through illustrated lectures with the intent of broadening students’ views and understanding of art. Studio practice is a large component of this course and projects based on significant trends are addressed. Although this course also serves as an introductory course for art majors, no prior art training is assumed.
Prerequisites:
None
Co-requisites:
None
Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of ART 1000 Introduction to Art: Studio & Theory, the student will:
- Examine the basic concepts and visual elements of art.
- Develop a vocabulary of art-related terminology.
- Apply the principles of design to create visual organization.
- Modify designs to accommodate the assigned criteria.
- Explore various artists, styles, media, significant works, and historical periods.
General Education Requirement: Visual & Performing Arts
Credits: 3
Instructional Method Combined Lecture/Lab
Contact Hours: 4.5 hrs/week
|
| |
-
ART 1005 - Drawing I
This course investigates the visual language required in drawing and examines the details of basic formal and procedural means employed in expressive drawing. Black and white media are explored within the drawing assignments.
General Education Requirement: Visual and Performing Arts
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture/lab hrs/week
Comments: Prior to Fall 2010, ART 1005 was listed as ART 1050 - Drawing
|
| |
-
ART 1010 - Intro Art:Hist & Criticism
Significant trends in the fine and applied arts through the ages are explained and discussed in illustrated lectures, with the intent of broadening students’ views and understanding of art. This course could also serve as an introductory course for art majors.
General Education Requirement: Visual and Performing Arts
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
ART 1110 - Foundation: 2D
This course concentrates on the basic elements of design with an emphasis on visual communication and problem solving. This course is intended to give the beginning art student an understanding of concepts common to all two-dimensional art forms.
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture/lab hrs/week
Comments: Prior to Fall 2010, ART 1110 was listed as Design I
|
| |
-
ART 1115 - Introduction to Digital Photography
This course develops a hands-on understanding of how visual elements are utilized and manipulated in digital photography. In addition, it explores techniques of basic digital image preparation on the computer. Conceptual and compositional problems are assigned and resolved in various software applications.
Prerequisites:
none
Cross-listed: CO/M 2400 - Introduction to Digital Photography
General Education Requirement: Visual & Performing Arts (beginning Fall 2013)
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 4.5 lecture/lab hours/week
|
| |
-
ART 1120 - Foundation: 3D
This course concentrates on the basic elements of 3D design with an emphasis on visual communication and problem solving using a wide variety of materials. This course is intended to give the beginning student an understanding of concepts common to all three-dimensional art forms.
General Education Requirement: Visual and Performing Arts
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 4.5 lecture/lab hours/week
Comments: Prior to Fall 2010, ART 1120 was listed as ART 1310 - Sculpture I
|
| |
-
ART 1130 - Foundation: Color
This course concentrates on the basic elements of design with an emphasis on color theory and its use in all aspects of art. This course is intended to give the beginning student an understanding of color as it is common to all two-dimensional art forms.
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 4.5 lecture/lab hours/week
Comments: Prior to Fall 2010, ART 1130 was listed as ART 1120 – Design II
|
| |
-
ART 1150 - Photography I
In this course, students become acquainted with the theory and history of photography, the mechanics of camera use, lighting techniques for both studio lighting and existing light sources, photo composition, and all phases of basic darkroom skills including film development and printing.
General Education Requirement: Visual and Performing Arts
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 2 lecture, 2 lab hrs/week
Comments: Students may need to provide their own cameras.
|
| |
-
ART 1160 - Photography II
This course introduces students to finer, more precise methods of film exposure and printing techniques. Students learn to use the Zone System for black and white photography and study artificial and natural lighting in depth. Color photography is introduced.
Prerequisites:
ART 1150 - Photography I or instructor consent
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 2 lecture, 2 lab hrs/week
Comments: Students may need to provide their own cameras.
|
| |
-
ART 1178 - Digital Imaging
This course gives an in-depth introduction to the world of “digital” photography and computer imaging with emphasis on developing student understanding and skills with digital image capture and scanning, image manipulation via the PC utilizing Adobe Photoshop software, as well as digital storage and transmission.
Prerequisites:
Instructor consent
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
ART 1179 - Adobe Photoshop I
This course is an introduction to computer graphics using the program Adobe Photoshop.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 1.5
Contact Hours: 2.25 lecture/lab hours/week
|
| |
-
ART 1310 - Sculpture I
This course concentrates on a further understanding of three-dimensional design with an emphasis on materials, techniques, and concept used in the many varieties of historical and contemporary sculptural form. Projects are designed to develop conceptual and critical thinking as well as exploring various fabrication techniques.
Prerequisites:
ART 1120 - Foundation: 3D or instructor consent
General Education Requirement: Visual and Performing Arts
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 4.5 lecture/lab hours/week
Comments: Prior to Fall 2010, ART 1310 was listed as ART 2320 - Sculpture II
|
| |
-
ART 1500 - Watercolor I Workshop
Workshop I is suggested for individuals who have never painted or who have not had ample experience in exploring art media, especially watercolor. The course focuses on developing skills in the watercolor media. Students express themselves and their creative potential through styles, media, techniques, materials and practice in transparent watercolor. More advanced exploration may include mixed media and opaque watercolor.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 1
Contact Hours: 0.5 lecture, 1 lab hour/week
|
| |
-
ART 1505 - Watercolor II Workshop
This is a watercolor class for the more experienced painter who would like to achieve more proficiency in the media. Students express themselves and their creative potential through styles, media, techniques, materials and practice in transparent watercolor. More advanced exploration may include mixed media and opaque watercolor.
Prerequisites:
ART 1500 - Watercolor I Workshop
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 1
Contact Hours: 0.5 lecture, 1 lab hour/week
|
| |
-
ART 1515 - Watercolor III Workshop
Prior to fall 2005, ART 1515 was listed as 1520. This is a class for the experienced painter who would like to continue developing media techniques, styles, and concepts related to watercolor. More advanced exploration may include mixed media and opaque watercolor.
Prerequisites:
ART 1500 - Watercolor I Workshop, ART 1505 - Watercolor II Workshop or instructor consent
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 1
Contact Hours: 2 lecture/studio hours/week
|
| |
-
ART 1520 - Topics in Studio Art
This course is an examination of a topic in studio Art. The topic is a specific form of expression or technique in Art.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 1 to 3
Contact Hours: 2 lecture/studio hours/week
|
| |
-
ART 2005 - Drawing II
This course, as a continuation of the ART 1005 Drawing I, allows students to further their investigation of fundamental drawing criteria through the use of more complex ideas, materials and techniques. Drawing II is a versatile advanced drawing course which can be integrated into a broad array of artistic disciplines.
Prerequisites:
Prereq: ART 1005 Drawing I with a “C” or instructor consent
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 4.5 lecture/lab hours/week
|
| |
-
ART 2010 - Art History Survey I
This is the first semester of a one-year survey which studies ancient, medieval, renaissance, and modern art with special reference to various social, economic and historical factors which motivated and conditioned the early aesthetic forms.
General Education Requirement: Visual and Performing Arts
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
ART 2020 - Art History Survey II
This is the second semester of a one-year survey which studies renaissance, baroque, cococo, 18th century, 19th century and modern art with special reference to various social, economic, and historical factors which motivated and conditioned the aesthetic forms.
General Education Requirement: Visual and Performing Arts
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
ART 2050 - Life Drawing I
This objective study of the human form, as affected by active and static conditions, concentrates on the use of various black and white media.
Prerequisites:
ART 1005 - Drawing I or instructor consent
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 6 lecture studio hours/week
|
| |
-
ART 2071 - Portraiture I
Students develop accurate skills in portraying a particular person, which is a comprehensive objective study of portraiture using drawing and painting assignments. Anatomic features of the human head are studied for correctness and for what may constitute a “likeness.” A variety of subject matter within the portrait is exercised.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 6 lecture/studio hrs/week
|
| |
-
ART 2072 - Portraiture II
This course is a continuation of ART 2071, in which various poses such as three-quarter view, full view, the portraiture in an environment, and the problems involved in these poses are explored. In addition, various exercises in achieving a “likeness” will be a concentration in this semester.
Prerequisites:
ART 2071 - Portraiture I
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 6 lecture/studio hrs/week
|
| |
-
ART 2090 - Printmaking
This course explores the avenues of image-making afforded by Plano graphic, relief, and intaglio printmaking methods. Students develop ideas and design imagery suited to the unique qualities of the techniques instructed, and are instructed in the historical and contemporary context of the print.
Prerequisites:
none
General Education Requirement: Visual & Performing Arts (beginning spring 2012)
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 6 lecture/studio hrs/week
|
| |
-
ART 2112 - Graphic Design
This course explores techniques of graphic design preparation from concept, through paste-up and to the printed page, both on and off the computer. This course provides knowledge of basic foundations and principles of graphic design through the solving of conceptual design problems.
Prerequisites:
ART 1110 - Foundations: 2D or Instructor Consent
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 4.5 lecture/lab hours/week
|
| |
-
ART 2122 - Computer Graphics
This course develops a hands-on understanding of how visual elements and text are created and manipulated in current graphic design software programs used in the graphics design field. In addition, it explores techniques of basic graphic design preparation on the computer. Problems are give in various software applications, and graphic design problems are presented as technical examples of production.
Prerequisites:
none
Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of ART 2122 Computer Graphics, the student will:
- Demonstrate fundamental management of the professional standard software.
- Determine which software application best suits the unique properties of any given design problem.
- Explore the importance of design principles as related to page layout, logo design and packaging.
- Classify file types, color modes and resolution, as well as their uses and application.
- Demonstrate printing methods and techniques.
Credits: 3
Instructional Method Lecture/Lab
Contact Hours: 4.5 hours/week
|
| |
-
ART 2210 - Painting I: Oil
This introduction to painting with watercolor and oil provides students with a basic knowledge of the materials and skills useful for self- expression through painting. Color theory and mixing are stressed.
General Education Requirement: Visual and Performing Arts
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 6 lecture/studio hrs/week
|
| |
-
ART 2220 - Painting II
This course will follow a sequential format of projects that will explore some of the more advanced elements of painting technique. Both direct and indirect painting methods will be explored. In addition, concepts central to how an image is realized from its genesis as an idea to a complete and finished work will be discussed and integrated into the projects.
Prerequisites:
ART 1005 - Drawing I
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 6 lecture/studio hours/week
Comments: Course serves as a studo core elective for ART AFA program
|
| |
-
ART 2250 - Painting III
Students explore another medium of the series listed under ART 2220- Painting II
Prerequisites:
ART 1050 - Drawing I, ART 2210 - Painting I, or instructor consent
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 6 lecture/studio hours/week
|
| |
-
ART 2310 - Sculpture I
This course concentrates on a further understanding of three-dimensional design with an emphasis on materials, techniques, and concept used in the many varieties of historical and contemporary sculptural form. Projects are designed to develop conceptual and critical thinking as well as exploring various fabrication techniques.
Prerequisites:
ART 1120 Foundation: 3D, or instructor consent
General Education Requirement: Visual & Performing Arts
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 6 lecture/studio hours per week
Comments: This course was previously numbered as ART 1310.
|
| |
-
ART 2320 - Mixed Media
This course introduces students to thinking and working three dimensionally. Students have an opportunity to discover and appreciate how material, process and concept cooperate to form the basis for three-dimensional art.
Prerequisites:
ART 1120 Foundation: 3D or instructor consent
Co-requisites:
none
Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of ART 2320 Mixed Media, the student will:
- Define the principals of design.
- Apply those principals to create visual organization using a variety of media.
- Analyze designs.
- Critique designs.
- Modify designs.
- Utilize mixed media in effective compositions.
- Apply the social, political, and cultural context of the media of their compositions.
Credits: 3
Instructional Method Lecture/Studio
Contact Hours: 6 Lecture/Studio hrs/week
|
| |
-
ART 2325 - Digital Media
This course explores the use of digital media to create sculptural works, instillations and videos. Students explore a variety of different techniques used to create and manipulate a variety of materials and media.
Prerequisites:
ART 1120 Foundation: 3D or instructor consent
Co-requisites:
none
Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of ART 2325 Digital Media, the student will:
- Define the principals of design.
- Apply those principals to create visual organization using digital media.
- Analyze desgins.
- Critique designs.
- Modify designs.
- Utilize digital media in effective compositions.
- Apply the social, political, and cultural context of the media of their compositions.
Credits: 3
Instructional Method Lecture/Studio
Contact Hours: 6 hrs/week
|
| |
-
ART 2330 - Metal Fabrication
This course explores the use of steel to create sculpture and a variety of different techniques used to manipulate steel in order to fabricate effective sculptural works.
Prerequisites:
ART 1120 Foundation: 3D or instructor consent
Co-requisites:
none
Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of ART 2330 Metal Fabrication, the student will:
- Define the principals of design.
- Apply those principals to create visual organization in metal fabrication.
- Analyze desgins.
- Critique designs.
- Modify designs.
- Utilize metal fabrication in effective compositions.
- Apply the social, political, and cultural context of the media of their metal fabrications.
Credits: 3
Instructional Method Lecture/Studio
Contact Hours: 6 hrs/week
|
| |
-
ART 2350 - Metals I: Metalsmithing I
This course is an introduction to fundamental metalsmithing with emphasis on hands-on learning. The student will develop basic skills of forming and finishing silver jewelry, develop sensitivity to the metal and its possibilities as an expressive medium and explore and apply the principles of three dimensional form. Some work with other metals is also included.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 6 lecture/studio hours/week
|
| |
-
ART 2410 - Ceramics I
This course is a studio course which is primarily concerned with the basic elements of ceramic design with an emphasis on visual communication and problem-solving using a wide variety of construction methods including pinch, coil, slab building, and throwing on the wheel. The course relates visual arts content to the social, cultural, and historical context through the examination of ceramic form as found in both contemporary art and design as well as in different cultural and historical contexts. Students will learn the necessary techniques and processes that will prepare them to move on to the next level.
General Education Requirement: Visual & Performing Arts
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 6 lecture/studio hours/week
Comments: Additional Fee
|
| |
-
ART 2420 - Ceramics II
Development of the basic skills learned in ART 2410 continues, with an emphasis on the potter’s wheel and a further understanding of glaze chemistry and firing techniques.
Prerequisites:
ART 2410 - Ceramics I or instructor consent
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 6 lecture/studio hours/week
Comments: Additional Fee
|
| |
-
ART 2430 - Ceramics III
This is a class for experienced potters, who continue to work on the potter’s wheel, as well as study individual problems with clay, glaze production and firing. Work in raku is included. This course is offered when demand warrants or at the discretion of the division.
Prerequisites:
ART 2420 - Ceramics II or instructor consent
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 6 lecture/studio hours/week
Comments: Additional Fee
|
| |
-
ART 2440 - Ceramics IV
This class offers students further opportunities to explore the skills and concept in ART 2430- Ceramics III.
Prerequisites:
ART 2430 - Ceramics III
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 6 lecture/studio hours/week
Comments: Additional Fee
|
| |
-
ART 2470 - Visual Arts Internship
This course is designed to allow students to receive credit while working in a professional setting. Internships provide exposure to a workplace environment and offer students the opportunity to use creative problem-solving skills. Students engage in the arts, develop new skills, expand their professional network and refine their career goals.
Prerequisites:
Instructor consent
Co-requisites:
none
Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of ART 2470 Visual Arts Internship, the student will:
- Complete duties required by the specific internship.
- Present the desired art product related to their specific internship.
- Characterize the specific internship in a public relations setting.
Credits: 1-3
Instructional Method Internship
Contact Hours: 3000 minutes/credit hour
|
| |
-
ART 2500 - Professional Practices
This course provides the necessary information and guidance for building a professional portfolio and résumé. Students learn digital, woodworking, and metalworking skills necessary for success in the art world. Students work independently on pieces to build a portfolio of personal work.
Prerequisites:
None
Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of ART 2500 Professional Practices, the student will:
- create a professional résumé
- produce professional images of their art work
- create artwork on their own to build a portfolio
- explore opportunities to show their work in exhibitions
Credits: 3
Instructional Method Lecture/Studio
Contact Hours: 6 hrs/week
|
| |
-
ASL 1500 - American Sign Language I
This course is designed to give students a broad background in American Sign Language basics. Readiness activities will be conducted focusing on visual/receptive skills and basic communication. The direct experience method, using ASL, is used to enhance the learning process.
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 5
Contact Hours: 5 lect hrs/ week
|
| |
-
ASL 1600 - American Sign Language II
A continuation of ASL I, ASL II is designed for educational interpreting majors and/or foreign language credit. The course provides students an opportunity to develop a stronger grasp if ASL, with increased vocabulary and emphasis on expressive signing skills. The direct experience method, using ASL with no voice, is used to speed language acquisition and to enhance the learning process.
Prerequisites:
ASL 1500 - American Sign Language I
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: 4 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
ASL 1700 - American Sign Language III
This course is designed to increase proficiency in understanding and using American Sign Language (ASL), with specific focus on grammatical aspects.
Prerequisites:
ASL 1500 - American Sign Language, ASL 1550 - Fingerspelling, ASL 1600 - American Sign Language II, EIP 1500 - Deaf Culture, and EIP 2510 - Comparative Studies
General Education Requirement: None
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week
|
| |
-
ASTR 0000 - Any course from the ASTR department
Choose any course from the ASTR department.
|
| |
Page: 1
| 2
| 3
| 4
| 5
| 6
| 7
| 8
| 9
| 10
|
Print this Page