POLS 2120 - Introduction to Criminal Justice

1. Discuss the historical development of the police, courts and corrections in the United States.
2. Identify the major goals of the criminal justice system and its components.
3. Describe the working relationships between local, state and federal agencies of the criminal justice system.
4. Discuss the effects of law in the United States and its enforcement, adjudication and punishment within society.
5. Identify the major sources of criminal justice data and classification of crimes.
6. Assess future trends in law enforcement, adjudication and post-conviction processes.
7. Discuss the ethical and liability issues for the Criminal Justice professional.
8. Discuss the impact of crime on victims and society.
9. Investigate the various functions that law enforcement agencies perform.

• PLO 1 Examine the components of the criminal justice system.

POLS 2310 - Introduction to International Relations

1. Illustrate familiarity with the major theoretical IR perspectives.
2. Contrast the various units of analysis approaches.
3. Summarize the ways in which economics affect foreign relations.
4. Characterize how historical approaches inform our understanding of IR.
5. Identify the significance of the phenomenon of Globalization.
6. Summarize the major factors in global governance.
7. Illustrate how 20th Century conflicts either did, or did not result in actual warfare.
8. Characterize the changes that have taken place in the Post 9/11 world.
9. Contrast traditional Realist approaches to IR with alternative approaches.

PR 0000 - Program Requirements

PS 0000 - Physical Science

• ASTR 1150 - Survey of Astronomy
• CHEM 1000 - Introduction to Chemistry
• CHEM 1020 - General Chemistry I
• CHEM 1090 - Fundamentals of Physical Universe
• GEOL 1070 - Earth: Its Physical Environment
• GEOL 1100 - Physical Geology
• PHYS 1050 - Concepts of Physics
• PHYS 1110 - General Physics I
• PHYS 1310 - College Physics I

All courses are 4 credits.

PSYC 0000 - any course from PSYC dept

PSYC 1000 - General Psychology

1. apply psychological principles to facilitate positive change in personal, social, or organizational behavior.
2. analyze the central concepts and major theories of psychology.
3. identify the contributions of the scientific method and the influence of philosophy on the discipline of psychology.
4. outline the major theoretical perspectives in psychology.
5. describe the major contributions of theorists and researchers who have been significant in the development of the discipline of psychology.
6. differentiate the major methods of research used in psychology.
7. compare the assumptions, methods, and choice of problems of psychology with those of other disciplines.
8. generate novel insights about the psychology of humans and nonhumans.
9. evaluate psychological science as a means of understanding behavior and mental processes.
10. determine the quality, objectivity, and credibility of scientific evidence in drawing conclusions and in practice.

Apply basic research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and interpretation.

Examine the applicability of psychological principles and empirical findings to personal, social, and organizational issues.

Summarize the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, and historical trends in psychology.

PSYC 2000 - Research Methods in Psychology

ENGL 1010 English I and PSYC 1000 General Psychology

None

1. investigate psychological questions.
2. interpret statistics in psychology.
3. produce writing including discipline-based as well as interdisciplinary.
4. demonstrate familiarity with the various research designs, including experimentation, observation, survey, and correlations.
5. analyze information using scientific research.
6. employ a variety of research strategies.
7. modify writing using multiple strategies.
8. conduct original psychological research.
9. demonstrate the ability to write in the American Psychological Association format.

PSYC 2040 - Introduction to Animal Behavior

PSYC 1000 General Psychology or instructor consent

PSYC 2080 - Biological Psychology

BIOL 1010 - General Biology I and PSYC 1000 - General Psychology

None

PSYC 2125 - Forensic Psychology

1. Integrate current theory and research to explain behavior from a forensic psychology perspective.
2. Apply theories related to the interaction between the criminal and civil legal systems and psychology.
3. Employ vocabulary, concepts, and ethical standards in evaluating an important issue related to forensic assessment.
4. Describe experiences and perspectives of diverse populations including but not limited to race, culture, socioeconomics, age, gender, sexual orientation, and disability.
5. Discuss how social/political issues, policies, and events affects the field of forensic psychology.
6. Evaluate the existing literature and body of knowledge in assessment, evaluation, and research methods in forensic practice.
7. Describe investigative psychology, criminal profiling, scene analysis, and racial profiling.
8. Compare competencies of criminal suspects and risk assessment instruments.
9. Explain the role of forensic psychologists dealing with adults and child victims.

Psychology:

1. Apply basic research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and interpretation.
2. Examine the applicability of psychological principles and empirical findings to personal, social, and organizational issues.
3. Assess behavior and mental processes.

Criminal Justice:

1. Examine the components of the Criminal Justice system
2. Analyze the major theories of crime causation to include biological, sociological, and psychological and life course perspectives of criminality.
3. Analyze sentencing philosophy within the United States

PSYC 2210 - Drugs & Behavior

Complete PSYC 1000 General Psychology or SOC 1000 Sociological Principles, or instructor consent

PSYC 2230 - Sports & Exercise Psychology

PSYC 1000 General Psychology with a C or better, or instructor consent

none

1. define exercise and sport psychology.
2. describe how exercise and sport psychology contribute to the understanding of physical activity, exercise, sport, and athletic performance.
3. compare the different areas of study that are related to sport psychology.
4. analyze the different psychological factors that influence participation in participation in regular physical activity and exercise.
5. contrast the primary differences between exercise psychology and sport psychology.
6. apply psychological theories and research to sport and exercise behavior.
7. identify skills related to sport and exercise psychology that can be applied as a coach, teacher, athletic training, or leader in health and fitness.
8. evaluate the practical application of motivational theories as they relate to sports, physical activity, and exercise.
9. summarize the impact participation in sport, exercise, and physical activity has on the psychological social make-up of an individual.

PSYC 2260 - Alcoholism

PSYC 1000 General Psychology or instructor consent

PSYC 2300 - Developmental Psychology

Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in PSYC 1000 General Psychology

none

1. describe the biological/physical, cognitive, and personality/social processes in human development.
2. explore the psychoanalytic, cognitive, behavioral, social learning, and ethological approaches to the scientific study human development.
3. analyze the significant controversies in the field of human development.
4. apply scientific findings in the field of human development to personal experiences.
5. compare cultural differences in human development.
6. distinguish between the proposed stages of human development.
7. evaluate the critical differences between childhood, adolescence, and adulthood.
8. summarize self-development.
9. identify the influence of culture on human development.

PSYC 2330 - Psychology of Adjustment

This course discusses personality and its relationship to healthy adjustment to everyday problems, along with an inquiry into aspects of behavioral disorders relating to emotional maladjustments. Emphasis is placed on the application of learning, motivation, and personality theory of personal adjustment.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

PSYC 1000 General Psychology with C or better

PSYC 2340 - Abnormal Psychology

This course presents an introduction to abnormal psychology by focusing on the issues and questions confronting mental health professionals.  Students examine human behaviors and mental phenomena that diverge widely from the normal. 

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

PSYC 1000 - General Psychology with a C or better

PSYC 2380 - Social Psychology

This course introduces students to the psychology of human interaction.  Students examine socialization, attitudes, group processes and social influence.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

PSYC 1000 - General Psychology

PSYC 2385 - Industrial/Organizational Psychology

1. Describe historical and theoretical perspectives of I/O Psychology.
2. Identify theorists and researchers who have contributed to the development of I/O Psychology.
3. Evaluate the research methods used in I/O Psychology studies.
4. Apply relevant theories, research, and specializations to workplace activities and events.
5. Compare I/O Psychology studies to professional experiences.
6. Analyze the social and cultural diversity of management styles, the workplace environment, employee expectations, and general business knowledge.

PSYC 2450 - Myths, Dreams, and Symbols

PSYC 1000 General Psychology with a grade of C or better

PSYC 2460 - Field Studies

1. apply the study of local flora and fauna as it relates to the student’s discipline.
2. analyze differences in religious practices in a foreign country.
3. compare cultural differences when working and traveling in a foreign country.
4. examine the indigenous educational practices found in a foreign country.
5. distinguish local healing and medicinal practices in a foreign country from the student’s home country.
6. outline similarities and differences between cultures.
7. discuss local architecture and land features in a foreign country.
8. assess how innovations in technology impact culture in a foreign country.
9. interpret the various functions of art, music, or dance within a novel culture.

PSYC 2465 - Special Problems in Psychology

PSYC 1000 General Psychology with C or better

RELI 1000 - Introduction to Religion

1. Compare the origins of religion.
2. Differentiate between divergent religions.
3. Applying basic principles and terms from each religious tradition.
4. Examine the place that ritual, tradition, history and culture play in the ability to objectively discuss religious evolution and religions effect on the contemporary world.
5. Utilize investigative theories to religions in order to engage them from a position of objectivity.
6. Distinguish between ritual and religion.
7. Express personal understanding of religion and speak about its effects on their life.
8. Explore cultural perspectives, biases, and implication within religious traditions.
9. Assess differences in perspectives, biases, and implications between religions.

REWM 0000 - Any course from the REWM department

REWM 1005 - Survey of Natural Resource Management

REWM 2000 - Principles of Range Management

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none

1. Compare fundamental principles of conservation and natural resources management.
2. Differentiate conservation management techniques to monitor natural resource ecosystems.
3. Examine the concept of sustainability as a cornerstone of resource management.
4. Evaluate flora and fauna for multiple land use purposes.
5. Assess the economic impact of land management decisions.
6. Analyze appropriate information pertaining to governmental regulations.

REWM 2350 - Range & Pasture Monitoring

This course allows students to gain familiarity with fundamental procedures for measuring the response of rangeland and improved pastures to browsing and grazing by wildlife and livestock. It is intended for students involved in natural resource management, wildlife management, conservation biology, or range livestock production.  The class focuses on how to: a) set up a monitoring program, b) identify ecological sites, c) describe plant community composition and productivity, d) measure forage utilization, e) determine stocking rates, and f) evaluate range/pasture trend and conditions. 


Credits: 1

Prerequisites:

None

REWM 2400 - Range Ecosystems and Plants

1. Evaluate different morphological characteristics associated with plants.
2. Classify Latin terminology of plant names with families and tribes, including genus and specific epithet.
3. Identify differences in plants using taxonomic plant features.
4. Be able to use a taxonomic key to identify plant families and key plants to species.
5. Evaluate rangeland plants’ functional relationship to their associated rangeland ecosystems.
6. Explain rangeland ecosystems across North America.
7. Relate unique plants to their regional ecosystems.

PO#1 Compare fundamental principles of conservation and natural resource management.

PO#3 Examine the concept of sustainability as a cornerstone of resource management.

PO#4 Evaluate flora and fauna for multiple land use purposes.

REWM 2470 - Cornerstone in Natural Resource and Ranch Land Management

REWM 2000 - Principles of Range Management or Instructor Consent

REWM 2500 - Range Plant Identification

None

SAFE 1510 - Fundamental Occupational Health & Safety

Admission to the Welding or Diesel program.

SAFE 1551 - General Industry Safety I

None

None

SAFE 1552 - Construction Industry Safety I

None

None

SAFE 1553 - General Industry Safety II

None

None

SAFE 1554 - Construction Industry Safety II

None

None

SAFE 1560 - PEC Premier Core Compliance

The Core Compliance training program ensures students are trained in the safety topics commonly required by operators in their pre-qualification surveys and training matrices. Based on accepted industry practices supported and recommended by operators, PEC Core Compliance is the most comprehensive and cost effective way to meet the entry-level safety training needs industry and government are calling for.

Upon successful completion of the course, each student receives a PEC photo ID and certificate of completion, and each student’s information is entered into the online PEC Training Tracker database.

Credits: 2

Prerequisites:

None

None

SAFE 1561 - PEC Premier Basic Orientation

None

None

SAFE 1570 - Safety and Health Technology

SB 0000 - Social and Behavioral Sciences

• AGEC 1010  Introduction to Ag Economics
• AGEC 1020  Ag Microeconomics
• ANTH 1200  Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
• ANTH 1300  Introduction to Archaeology
• CRMJ 2400  Criminology (crosslisted as SOC 2400)
• ECON 1010  Macroeconomics
• ECON 1020  Microeconomics
• HIST 1110  Western Civilization I
• HIST 1120  Western Civilization II
• PSYC 1000  General Psychology, 4 credits
• SOC 1000  Sociological Principles
• SOC 1100  Social Problems

Courses are 3 credits unless indicated otherwise.

SCI 0000 - Science

Minimum credits to satisfy science requirement = 4
All courses listed have a laboratory component.

SOC 0000 - any course from SOC dept

SOC 1000 - Sociological Principles

1. Analyze and compare the major theoretical perspectives in the discipline of sociology, including symbolic interactionist perspective, the functionalist perspective, and the conflict perspective.
2. List and relate the major contributions of theorists and researchers who have been significant in the development of the discipline of sociology.
3. Describe the major methods of research used in the discipline of sociology.
4. Explain how the social, political and physical environment influences human interaction and the discipline of sociology.
5. Identify how the influence of other disciplines, including philosophy and psychology has contributed to the evolution of sociology. 
6. Analyze the central sociological concepts and historical trends from a cultural and global perspective.

PO#1 Apply basic research methods in sociology, including research design, data analysis and interpretation.

PO#2 Explore sociocultural diversity on local, national and international levels.

PO#4 Summarize the major concepts, theoretical perspectives and historical trends in sociology.

SOC 1080 - Introduction to Women’s Studies

1. Develop a greater understanding of the differences and similarities that exist among women of variant ethnicities, socioeconomic classes, and alternate lifestyles.
2. Develop a greater understanding of how biology and culture influence behavior.
3. Develop a familiarity with the major tenets of the women’s studies discipline.
4. Critique texts foundational to the field.
5. Analyze our gendered world through study of popular culture, language, advertisement, and public spaces.
6. Differentiate between social expectations of men and women.
7. Examine the idea of privilege as it relates to gender.
8. Examine contemporary women’s activism worldwide.
9. Evaluate major societal institutions (religion, sexuality, health, family, and work) as they relate to women.

SOC 1100 - Social Problems

1. Describe the four key theoretical social perspectives of functionalism, symbolic interactionism, conflict theory and feminism.
2. Evaluate the changing demographics of American society from historical and contemporary perspectives.
3. Identify the major social institutions and their influence on the social forces, which contribute to social problems. 
4. Analyze the major contemporary social problems in American society.
5. Describe the influence of economic inequality as it relates to social problems.
6. Compare and contrast the contemporary social issues taking into consideration the unique, and universal, characteristics of cultural beliefs, experiences, traditions or social systems. 
7. Examine the intricacies of social interaction, from diverse perspectives, and describe and how they contribute to social strain and disorganization.
8. Explain the importance of social policy decision making and the applications for addressing social problems from diverse perspectives.
9. Define and describe the use of social research in the analysis of social
10. Issues and the importance of demographic evaluation and understanding, as an approach to addressing social problems.

PO#1 Apply basic research methods in anthropology or sociology, including research design, data analysis, and interpretation.

PO#3 Examine the applicability of theory and empirical findings to social, policy and global issues.

SOC 2000 - Introduction to Social Work

SOC 2300 - Counseling Skills

This course is designed to examine the concepts and skills of counseling. It defines the role of the counselor. Students analyze appropriate counseling techniques. Students identify appropriate guidance to clients within the criminal justice system. Students differentiate the counselor’s role within the criminal justice field. Students develop counseling skills to be used in the field.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 1010 English I

SOC 2325 - Marriage & Family

• Examine the pair, bonding or mate selection process of marriage and family relationships.
• Explore dating, engagement, cohabitation, marriage, divorce and remarriage.
• Identify whether or not marriage and family are private or public issues.
• Investigate heterosexual and same gender perspectives as they relate to cultural expectations and pressures.
• Evaluate gender socialization and gender norms as they relate to marriage, family and the introduction of children into the family.
• Identify current social research and methodologies utilized for the investigation of issues affecting a wide range of marriage and family topics.
• Contrast historical and contemporary information regarding a wide range of marriage and family topics.
• Describe the complexity of social relationships, family conflict, divorce and remarriage.
• Explain the differences, both historical and current trends that effect diverse cultures, racial and ethnic minorities’ marriages and families.  
• Differentiate marriage and family perspectives among various socio-cultural systems.

SOC 2350 - Race & Ethnicity

1. Upon completion of SOC 2350 & Ethnicity, the student will:
2. Explore race and ethnic relations in a global context.
3. Appraise race and ethnic groups and issues in the United States.
4. Analyze the dispositions, traditions, and bodies of knowledge associated with past and contemporary expressions of cultural beliefs, behaviors, and experiences.
5. Interpret the interdependence of human societies.
6. Identify the conditions, beliefs, behaviors, and practices of a variety of cultures.
7. Examine the importance and relevance of ethnic diversity in a variety of societies.
8. Compare ethnic conflicts throughout the world.
9. Explain human ideas and experiences.
10. Contrast how diversity impacts societies in general.

SOC 2400 - Criminology

1. Differentiate between criminal justice and criminology.
2. Analyze the biological theories of the causes of crime.
3. Analyze the sociological theories of the causes of crime.
4. Analyze the psychological theories of the causes of crime.
5. Compare crime control approaches in society.
6. Apply crime theories to the study of individual criminal profiles.
7. Develop crime control strategies to counter criminal behavior.
8. Identify the social consequences of victimization.
9. Discuss victimology and how it can be used to prevent crime.

PO#5 Analyze the major theories of crime causation to include biological, sociological, psychological, and life course perspectives of criminality.

Social Science AA

PO# 4 Summarize the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, and historical trends in anthropology or sociology.
PO#5 Assess the functionality of societies both present and past.

Cross-listed: CRMJ 2400 Criminology

SOC 2460 - Field Studies

1. apply the study of local flora and fauna as it relates to the student’s discipline.
2. analyze differences in religious practices in a foreign country.
3. compare cultural differences when working and traveling in a foreign country.
4. examine the indigenous educational practices found in a foreign country.
5. distinguish local healing and medicinal practices in a foreign country from the student’s home country.
6. outline similarities and differences between cultures.
7. discuss local architecture and land features in a foreign country.
8. assess how innovations in technology impact culture in a foreign country.
9. interpret the various functions of art, music, or dance within a novel culture.

SOWK 2000 - Introduction to Social Work

SPAN 1010 - First Year Spanish I

1. Interface with people.
2. Describe oneself and others.
3. Communicate likes, dislikes, and personal information.
4. Communicate daily routines.
5. Develop communication skills needed in restaurants.
6. Discover field of study and academic subjects.
7. Explain pastimes.
8. Validate travel plans.
9. Express shopping plans.
10. Demonstrate some cultural knowledge in oral and written presentations.
11. Imitate the use of culturally appropriate vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, and non-verbal behaviors of the target culture.

SPAN 1020 - First Year Spanish II

1. Describe celebrations and personal relationships.
2. Explain medical conditions.
3. Discuss technology and electronics.
4. Describe a house.
5. Discuss the environment and nature.
6. Request directions.
7. Discuss health, well-being, and nutrition.
8. Describe jobs and future plans.
9. Recognize differences and similarities in the perspectives of the target culture and their own.
10. Evaluate cultural stereotypes encountered in oral and written texts.

SPAN 1050 - Conversational Spanish I

1. Identify items in a house in Spanish.
2. Apply numbers to pay bills in Spanish.
3. Discuss weather conditions in Spanish.
4. Negotiate car issues in Spanish.
5. Explain medical emergencies in Spanish.

SPAN 2030 - Second Year Spanish I

• Discuss the use of technology and electronic products.
• Handle telephone expressions.
• Manage car problems.
• Cultivate people by welcoming them to a house.
• Describe a house or apartment.
• Prioritize household chores.
• Develop instructions.
• Explain the environment.
• Explore beliefs and opinions about environmental issues.
• Prescribe advice to others.
• Outline directions.
• Identify daily errands and city life.
• Analyze cultural stereotypes encountered in oral and written texts.
• Recognize the reflections of practices, products, and/or perspectives of the target culture in oral and written texts.

SPAN 2040 - Second Year Spanish II

 

Credits: 4

Instructional Method Lecture

General Education Requirement: Foreign Language
Prerequisites:
SPAN 2030 - 2nd Year Spanish I or adequate score on CLEP exam or instructor consent

Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of SPAN 2040 Second Year Spanish II, the student will:

1. Explain health, well-being, and nutrition.
2. Prescribe physical activities.
3. Determine future plans.
4. Explore work options.
5. Perform a job interview.
6. Express agreement and disagreement.
7. Examine the arts.
8. Determine likes and dislikes.
9. Express hesitation.
10. Summarize current events.
11. Evaluate the media.
12. Assess experiences, such as travel.
13. Analyze cultural stereotypes encountered in oral and written texts.
14. Recognize the reflections of practices, products, and/or perspectives of the target culture in oral and written texts.

STAT 2050 - Fundamentals of Statistics

1. Make inferences about a population based on sampling.
2. Interpret measures of center and variability.
3. Interpret the coefficient of correlation.
4. Interpret linear regression from populations or samples.
5. Predict the probability or likelihood of an event.
6. Interpret statistical data in graphic formats.
7. Interpret statistical data in tabular formats.
8. Differentiate between discrete and continuous probability distributions applying appropriate statistical techniques.
9. Apply standard statistical tests for quantitative response variables.
10. Apply standard statistical tests for qualitative response variables.
11. Analyze data and distributions measuring the goodness of inferences and generating samples using statistical software packages.
12. Apply the Central Limit Theorem.

• PO 1 – Math AS – Select the most effective mathematical strategy for real-world and theoretical problems. 
• PO 2 – Math AS - Apply mathematical techniques.
• PO 3 – Math AS – Analyze data using appropriate mathematical methods.
• PO 4 – Math AS – Incorporate technology into mathematical applications.
• PO 5 – Math AS – Evaluate mathematical situations to make logical inferences and conclusions.
• PO 6 – Math AS – Express mathematical ideas precisely both verbally and in writing.

Additional programs require this course to meet GenEd Math requirement.  Program Outcomes will vary by program.

STAT 2070 - Introductory Statistics for the Social Sciences

1. Make inferences about a population based on sampling.
2. Interpret measures of center and variability with emphasis on social science applications.
3. Interpret the coefficient of correlation with emphasis on social science applications.
4. Interpret linear regression from populations or samples.
5. Predict the probability or likelihood of an event.
6. Interpret statistical data in graphic formats with emphasis on social science applications. 
7. Interpret statistical data in tabular formats with emphasis on social science applications. 
8. Differentiate between discrete and continuous probability distributions applying appropriate statistical techniques.
9. Apply standard statistical tests for quantitative response variables with emphasis on social science applications. 
10. Apply standard statistical tests for qualitative response variables with emphasis on social science applications. 
11. Analyze data and distributions measuring the goodness of inferences and generating samples using statistical software packages with emphasis on social science applications.
12. Apply the Central Limit Theorem.

• PO 1 – Math AS – Select the most effective mathematical strategy for real-world and theoretical problems. 
• PO 2 – Math AS - Apply mathematical techniques.
• PO 3 – Math AS – Analyze data using appropriate mathematical methods.
• PO 4 – Math AS – Incorporate technology into mathematical applications.
• PO 5 – Math AS – Evaluate mathematical situations to make logical inferences and conclusions.
• PO 6 – Math AS – Express mathematical ideas precisely both verbally and in writing.

Additional programs require this course to meet GenEd Math requirement.  Program Outcomes will vary by program

TECH 0000 - Any course from the TECH department

TECH 1500 - Vocational Exploratory I

TECH 1505 - Vocational Exploratory II

TECH 1500 - Vocational Exploratory I

TECH 2980 - Technical Co-op

THEA 1000 - Introduction to Theatre

THEA 1011 - Introduction to Arts Administration

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the various types of arts organizations in the U.S., their missions and governing structures, and key issues facing contemporary arts organizations.
2. Identify effective techniques for strategic planning, programming, fundraising, audience outreach, marketing, public relations, financial management, and organizational leadership.
3. Apply concepts form course readings and discussions to the analysis of case studies.

1. Develop arts advocacy skills.
2. Communicate using written, oral, and visual communication skills.

THEA 1021 - Academic and Professional Issues in Dance

1.    Be introduced to dance as an area of academic study as well as a  professional career.

2.    Be able to think critically so they can understand, analyze and produce new knowledge, both in dance studies and academics and           in their life beyond college as well.

3.    Be able to demonstrate understanding of and evaluate information effectively.

4.    Be acquainted with diversity in the field of dance in the region and beyond.

Program Outcomes
Upon completion of THEA 1021  Academic and Professional Issues in Dance, the student will:

Synthesize performance styles, genres, and major playwrights/choreographers from different cultures and historical periods.

THEA 1040 - Production Crew I

Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, THEA 2220 Stagecraft or instructor consent

THEA 1100 - Beginning Acting

1. Apply foundational acting techniques
2. Compare acting performances
3. Explain foundational acting principles
4. Incorporate foundational acting skills
5. Critique acting performances

PO#1 Create a character in a given scenario

THEA 1200 - Introduction to Stage Design

THEA 1300 - Music Theater Workshop

1. Apply rehearsal techniques.
2. Integrate stage directions given by the director.
3. Demonstrate the necessary discipline techniques required to memorize text.
4. Perform musical content using appropriate interpretation.

THEA 1340 - Musical Theatre Class Voice

THEA 1360 - Music Fundamentals for Theatre Majors

THEA 1410 - Ballet I

1. improve specific health-related fitness components, including warm up, cool down and conditioning components.
2. describe elementary principles and techniques used in ballet.
3. perform basic movement patterns, qualities of movement and musical analysis as it relates to ballet.
4. develop muscular coordination, agility and kinesthetic sense at an elementary level of difficulty.
5. describe the significance of ballet as a disciplined art form.  
6. reflect on dance performance on stage or video.

THEA 1420 - Ballet II

1.       Students will be introduced to the basic skills of beginning-intermediate ballet technique, and be able to perform these skills at or            above this level

2.       Students will gain understanding of the heritage, tradition and contemporary practice of ballet as an art form

3.       Students will be able to perform connected ballet steps at an appropriate level of complexity from memory and in harmony with                the music

4.       Students will be able to view and asses their own work and provide written critique of their skills as demonstrated in class

5.       Students will be engaged in an expressive art form that promotes their individual aesthetic, physicality, fitness and wellness

Program Outcomes
Upon completion of THEA 1420, Ballet II the student will:

1.  Integrate theory and practice through performance
2.  Synthesize performance styles, genres, and major playwrights/chorographers from different cultures and historical periods
3.  Demonstrate the ability to work with others in the context of a production

THEA 1430 - Modern Dance I

1. Students will improve specific health-related fitness components.
2. Students will be able to describe elementary principles and techniques used in Modern Dance.
3. Students will be able to perform basic movement patterns, qualities of movement and musical analysis as it relates to Modern Dance.
4. Students will develop muscular coordination, agility and kinesthetic sense at an elementary level of difficulty.

Students will be able to describe the significance of Modern Dance as a disciplined art form.

Program Outcomes
Upon completion of THEA 1430 Modern Dance I/I, the student will:

Theater & Dance AA

PO#2 Integrate theory and practice through performance.

Cross-listed: PEAC 1430

THEA 1440 - Modern Dance II

1.       Improve specific health-related fitness components.

2.       Describe principles and techniques used in Modern Dance.

3.       Perform movement patterns, qualities of movement and musical analysis as it relates to Modern Dance.

4.       Develop muscular coordination, agility and kinesthetic sense, moving beyond an elementary level of difficulty.

5.       Describe the significance of Modern Dance as a disciplined art form.

6.       Reflect on dance performance on stage or video

Program Outcomes
Upon completion of THEA 1440 Modern Dance II, the student will:

1. Integrate theory and practice through performance
2. Synthesize performance styles, genres, and major playwrights/chorographers from different cultures and historical periods
3. Demonstrate the ability to work with others in the context of a production

THEA 1450 - Beginning Tap Dance

1. improve specific health-related fitness components.
2. describe elementary principles and techniques used in Tap Dance.
3. perform basic movement patterns, qualities of movement and musical analysis as it relates to Tap Dance.
4. develop muscular coordination, agility and kinesthetic sense at an elementary level of difficulty.
5. describe the significance of tap dance as a disciplined art form.  
6. reflect on dance performance on stage or video.  

 Theater & Dance AA

PO#2 Integrate theory and practice through performance.

Cross-listed: PEAC 1450 Beginning Tap Dance

THEA 1480 - Beginning Jazz

1. improve specific health-related fitness components.
2. describe elementary principles and techniques used in Jazz.
3. perform basic movement patterns, qualities of movement and musical analysis as it relates to Jazz.
4. develop muscular coordination, agility and kinesthetic sense at an elementary level of difficulty.
5. describe the significance of jazz as a disciplined art form.
6. reflect on dance performance on stage or video through a written response.

Theater & Dance AA

PO#2 Integrate theory and practice through performance

THEA 1700 - Voice for the Actor

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1.  Acquire a way to produce sound for speaking on stage.
2. Demonstrate freeing the voice.
3. Articulate sounds.
4. Manage speak in voice with support.
5. Critique plays and theatrical productions.

THEA 2010 - Theatrical Backgrounds Drama I

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1. Discuss each play assigned, its importance to the history of the theater and its place in the literature of the theater
2. Discuss the themes and/or objectives of the playwright of each play.
3. Discuss each play in the context of the times and/or movements that produced it with an understanding of the major events and influences of those times
4. Develop a working knowledge of theater history from the Greek world through the English restoration
5. Develop working knowledge of the elements of theater
6. Develop working knowledge of genre and structure.

THEA 2020 - Theatrical Backgrounds Drama II

THEA 2010 - Theatrical Backgrounds Drama I

THEA 2030 - Introduction to Playwriting / Screenwriting

ENGL 1010 - English I or instructor consent

THEA 2040 - Production Crew II

THEA 1040 Production Crew II

THEA 2050 - Theatre Practice

THEA 1100 or instructor consent

THEA 2100 - Acting II

THEA 1100 - Beginning Acting or instructor consent

THEA 2145 - Costume Construction

THEA 2160 - Stage Makeup

THEA 2220 - Stagecraft

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the safety procedures for the scene shop and the stage areas.
2. Demonstrate understanding of the rudimentary principles of stagecraft, scenery construction, sound, and lighting technology for the theater.
3. Demonstrate basic knowledge of the physical workings of theater.

THEA 2410 - Ballet III

1.       Students will be introduced to the basic skills of beginning-intermediate ballet technique, and be able to perform these skills at or            above this level

2.       Students will gain understanding of the heritage, tradition and contemporary practice of ballet as an art form

3.       Students will be able to perform connected ballet steps at an appropriate level of complexity from memory and in harmony with                the music

4.       Students will be able to view and asses their own work and provide written critique of their skills as demonstrated in class

5.       Students will be engaged in an expressive art form that promotes their individual aesthetic, physicality, fitness and wellness

Program Outcomes
Upon completion of THEA 2410, Ballet III the student will:

1. Integrate theory and practice through movement and performance.
2. Synthesize performance styles, genres, and major playwrights/choreographers from different cultures and historical periods.
3. Demonstrate the ability to work with others in the context of a production.

THEA 2420 - Ballet IV

1.       Students will be introduced to the basic skills of beginning-intermediate ballet technique, and be able to perform these skills at or            above this level

2.       Students will gain understanding of the heritage, tradition and contemporary practice of ballet as an art form

3.       Students will be able to perform connected ballet steps at an appropriate level of complexity from memory and in harmony with                the music

4.       Students will be able to view and asses their own work and provide written critique of their skills as demonstrated in class

5.       Students will be engaged in an expressive art form that promotes their individual aesthetic, physicality, fitness and wellness

Program Outcomes
Upon completion of THEA 2420, Ballet IV the student will:

1.  Integrate theory and practice through movement and performance.
2.  Synthesize performance styles, genres, and major playwrights/choreographers from different cultures and historical periods.
3.  Demonstrate the ability to work with others in the context of a production.

THEA 2430 - Modern III

1. Students will be introduced to the basic skills of intermediate modern dance technique, and be able to perform these skills at or above this level
2. Students will gain understanding of the heritage, tradition and contemporary practice of modern as an art form
3. Students will be able to perform modern dance sequences at an appropriate level of complexity from memory and in harmony with accompaniment
4. Students will be able to view and asses their own work and provide written critique of their skills as demonstrated in class
5. Students will be engaged in an expressive art form that promotes their individual aesthetic, physicality, fitness and wellness

1. Integrate theory and practice through performance
2. Synthesize performance styles, genres, and major playwrights/chorographers from different cultures and historical periods
3. Demonstrate the ability to work with others in the context of a production

THEA 2440 - Modern IV

1. Students will refine and master the basic skills of intermediate modern dance technique, and be able to perform these skills at or above this level
2. Students will deepen their understanding of the heritage, tradition and contemporary practice of modern dance as an art form
3. Students will be able to perform modern dance sequences at an appropriate level of complexity from memory and in harmony with accompaniment
4. Students will be able to view by video their own work, and asses and provide written critique of their skills as demonstrated in the technical demonstrations
5. Students will be engaged in an expressive art form that promotes their individual aesthetic, physicality, fitness and wellness
6. Students gain a basic understanding of Laban Movement Analysis

1. Integrate theory and practice through performance
2. Synthesize performance styles, genres, and major playwrights/chorographers from different cultures and historical periods
3. Demonstrate the ability to work with others in the context of a production

THEA 2470 - Performing Arts Internship, Theater/Dance

1. Complete duties required by the specific internship.
2. Identify and describe professional expectations within the internship organization.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the organization’s mission and effectively contribute to the achievement of this mission.
4. Articulate connections between internship experiences and course work across the college curriculum.

1. Develop arts advocacy skills.
2. Apply knowledge and skills learned in the classroom to external experiential learning opportunities.
3. Communicate using written, oral, and visual communication skills.

THEA 2800 - Stage Lighting I

TTD 1500 - Tractor Trailer Driving I

TTD 1501 - Tractor Trailer Driving II

Valid commercial driving permit

TTD 1502 - Tractor Trailer Driving III

TTD 1501 - Tractor Trailer Driving II

VP 0000 - Visual & Performing Arts

• ART - 1000 Intro to Art: Studio & Theory
• ART - 1005 Drawing I
• ART - 1120 Foundation: 3D
• ART - 1130 Foundaction: Color
• ART - 2005 Drawing II
• ART - 2010 Art History Survey I
• ART - 2020 Art History Survey II
• ART - 2090 Printmaking
• ART - 2112 Graphic Design I
• ART - 2122 Graphic Design II
• ART - 2255 Photography I - Digital
• ART - 2310 Sculpture I
• ART - 2320 Mixed Media
• ART - 2330 Metal Fabrication
• ART - 2410 Ceramics I
• ART - 2420 Ceramics II
• ENGL - 1050 Introduction to Film Studies
• ENGL - 2480 Introduction to Drama & Poetry
• MUSC - 1000 Introduction to Music
• MUSC - 1425 History of Rock Music
• MUSC - 1428 History of Jazz
• MUSC - 2050 Music History Survey I
• MUSC - 2055 Music History Survey II
• THEA - 1100 Beginning Acting
• PHOT - 1540 Beginning Digital Photography (AAS degrees only)

All courses are 3 credits.

WELD 0000 - Any course from the WELD department

WELD 1555 - Welding Safety

1. Identify common hazards in welding
2. Appraise safety data sheets
3. Assess safe techniques used to avoid welding fumes
4. Determine safe techniques of storing/handling compressed gas cylinders
5. Describe  safe techniques used to prevent electric shock
6. Compare proper material handling methods
7. Explain  power tool safety
8. Justify lock Out Tag Out procedures
9. Evaluate forklift safety
10. Critique proper rigging techniques
11. Demonstrate respirator selection and use
12. Demonstrate fire extinguisher use

1. Perform quality welds and cuts to industry standards.

2. Apply principles of welding theory to welding practice.

3. Demonstrate proper use of welding related terms.

WELD 1650 - Welding Symbols and Print Design

 

Credits: 3

Instructional Method Lecture and Lab

Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of WELD 1650 Welding Symbols and Print Design , the student will:

1. Develop welding prints, drawings, and specifications.
2. Identify structural steel shapes.
3.  Identify weld symbols and there parts
4. Apply welding symbols on drawings, specifications, and welding procedure specifications.
5. Draw welding symbols based on the observation of actual welds.
6. Interpret a welding detail drawing.
7. Draw isometric and orthographic projections of welds
8. Identify third angle projection, views, lines, material fills, and sections.
9. Identify object views.
10. Explain dimensioning, notes, and bill of materials.
11. Interpret basic elements of a welding detail drawing.
12. Develop basic welding drawings using Solid Works.
13. Design 2-dimensional objects that conform to industry standards using computer aided design.

PO#1 perform quality welds and cuts to industry standards.

PO#2 apply principles of welding theory to welding practice.

PO#3 demonstrate proper use of welding related terms.

WELD 1700 - General Welding

This course provides training for students in the basic skills needed to use welding as a tool. Students in the diesel, machine tool, construction, electrical, agriculture and other programs who wish to develop welding skills should enroll in this class.

 

Credits: 4