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Subject
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Catalog
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Course Title
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Course Description |
Spring 2010
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Summer 2010
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ANTH
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3131
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Contempry Cultrl Anthropology
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The comparative study of culture as manifested in technology, language, personality and religion and in the social, economic and political organization of societies
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Offered
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N/A
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ANTH
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3532
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Politic/Economic Anthropology
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Examines the methods and theories used by anthropologists to understand political and economic systems in traditional and developing socie02ties.
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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3535
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Topics in Asian Studies
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Investigation of social and cultural diversity. Focuses on religion economy, politics and social structure. Topics vary, may be repeated for credit with permission.
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Offered
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N/A
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ANTH
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3537
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Peoples Of Africa
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Investigates ethnicity, social organization, politics and religion of Africa.
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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3538
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Topics in Middle East Societie
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Investigates the social and cultural diversity of peoples of the Middle Eastern societies. Focuses on religion, economy, politics, and social structure. Topics vary, may be repeated for credit with permission.
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Offered
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N/A
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ANTH
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3631
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Food and Culture
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Explores relationship between food and culture from an anthropological perspective.
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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4031
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Studies in Cultural Diversity
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Critical examination of cultural diversity as expressed in formations of ethnicity, race, class, nationalism and gender.
Topic may vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.
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Offered
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N/A
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ANTH
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4330
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Cultural Study Abroad
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Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Course exposes students to culture, history, religion and politics of another country. Involves foreign travel, and includes prerequisite of semester long course focusing on study abroad country.
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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4333
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Peoples of Mexico & Cen Amer
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Surveys anthropological approaches to the regions of Mexico, Central America and the US-Mexico border. Particular attention paid to gender and women's issues, as well as race and class.
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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4334
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Indians Of North America
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A survey of native cultures of North America, from prehistory to the present.
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Offered
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N/A
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ANTH
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4431
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Women In Society
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A cross-cultural study of the environment, biological and cultural factors in the division of labor; and assignment of roles, male and female. "Women's Studies
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Offered
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N/A
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ANTH
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4432
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Human Rights & Social Justice
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Exploration of conceptions of human rights and of recent attempts to reconcile
such conceptions in the context of globalization and from the perspective of social justice.
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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4531
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Anthropology Of The Family
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Family dynamics are examined from a cross-cultural perspective using case study material
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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4532
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World Prehist And Archaeology
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Examines the basic methods and theories used by archaeologists to explore human evolution and prehistory.
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Offered
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N/A
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ANTH
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4533
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Archaeological Investigation
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Methods for archaeological research design, survey, excavation and analysis. May be repeated for credit.
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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4534
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Archaeology Of Ancient Civiliz
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Exploration of the origins, organization and decline of ancient complex societies in the Old and New Worlds, from an anthropological perspective
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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4633
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Historical Archaeology
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Use of survey, excavation and analysis of material remains to amplify written records of Colonial and Early American societies.
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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4634
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Visual Anthropology
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Study of anthropology through the visual media, specifically film and still photography.
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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4839
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Indt Study In Anthropology
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Independent Study in Anthropology. Permission of instructor required.
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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4931
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Selected Topics
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Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
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Offered
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N/A
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ANTH
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5032
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Political Economy
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Surveys current anthropological approaches to political and economic issues.
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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5333
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Cultures of Mexico & Cen Amer
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Surveys anthropological approaches to the regions of Mexico, Central America and the US-Mexico border. Particular attention paid to gender and women's issues, as well as race and class.
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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5334
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Native American Cultures
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N/A
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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5531
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Cross-Cultural Persp On Family
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Cross-cultural data are used to examine family relations, including marriage, sex roles and child rearing. (Crosslisted with PSYC 5535 and SOCI 5535).
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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5535
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Cultures Of Asia
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Surveys anthropological approaches to Asian societies.
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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5537
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Cultures Of Africa
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Surveys anthropological approaches to African societies.
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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5538
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Cultures Of The Middle East
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Investigates the social and cultural diversity of peoples of Middle Eact. Focues on religion, economy and social structure.
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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5931
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Selected Topics - Anthropology
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Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
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X
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N/A
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ANTH
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5939
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Indt Study In Anthropology
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Independent study in anthropology. Permission of instructor required.
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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3030
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Drawing For Non-Art Majors
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Exploration of drawing media, composition and space relationships using recognizable forms.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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3031
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Photoghraphy for Non-Art Major
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Exploration of basic methods and processes of the photographic medium; designed for non-art majors.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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3136
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Sculpture
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A study of three?dimensional forms as related to techniques, processes, aesthetics and other materials.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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3137
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Advertising Design
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Prerequisite: ARTS 4433 and ARTS 4439 or permission of instructor. Professional approaches to advertising design, typography, advertising theory and practice. Advertising design projects requiring traditional design and computer skills, Previously established art, design, computer and writing skills are desirable.
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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3231
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Ceramics
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Study of ceramic design as related to tools, materials and processes; hand building and potter's wheel.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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3330
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Color
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Understanding the color properties and relationships through studio practices. Topics include color systems, fundamental vocabulary for analyzing and identifying color.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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3331
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Intermediate Drawing
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Principles of space relationship and composition using recognizable forms through color pastel drawings.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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3335
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Intermediate Painting
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Principles of space relationship and composition using recognizable forms through oil, acrylic or watercolor painting.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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3431
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Intermediate Printmaking
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Exploration of printmaking techniques in intaglio, chine-colle etching, woodcuts/ linocuts and monotypes.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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3631
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Fibers
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History, design and techniques of woven and non-woven fiber forms. May be repeated for credit.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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3831
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Western Art Thru Middle Ages
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Language, form and meaning of visual culture in ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt, Graeco-Roman antiquity and medieval Europe within constructions of society, culture, religion, politics.
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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3832
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Renaissance to Contemp Art
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Patterns of innovation, change and continuity in Western art theory and practice
from Renaissance and Baroque to rise of Trans-Atlantic modernism and contemporary global pluralism.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4030
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Methods in Elementary Art
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Examines trends in theory and practice for EC-5. Curriculum, instructional techniques and classroom management are addressed
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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4031
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Methods in Secondary Art Ed
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Explores research, theory and practice for grades 6-12. Curriculum development, instructional techniques and classroom management methods are applied. Field experience required.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4038
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Crafts Design And History
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Study of crafts history, design and techniques; projects in paper, fibers, clay and other media. May be repeated for credit.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4039
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Fiber Studio
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Supervised projects in woven and non-woven techniques with emphasis on color and design. May be repeated for credit.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4131
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Photography
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Designed for studio majors and serious professionals. Exploration of the basic methods and processes of the photographic medium. The foundations of photography for communication and documentation.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4132
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Advanced Photography
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Prerequisite: ARTS 4131 or equivalent. Further exploration of photography as artistic medium. Emphasis will be on concept, furthering craft, and introduction of color photography. May be repeated for credit.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4133
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Digital Photography
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Prerequisite: Arts 4439: Photoshop or permission of instructor. Exploration of photography and photographic processes in the digital realm. Concepts of documentation, communication and fine art will be addressed. Access to manual 35mm camera helpful.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4136
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Process Sculpture
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Prerequisite: ARTS 3136 or permission of instructor. Study of three dimensional forms through wood and metal fabrication, and bronze casting. May be repeated for credit.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4233
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Advanced Ceramics
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Prerequisite: ARTS 3231 or permission of instructor. Ceramics workshop with emphasis on individual projects. May be repeated for credit.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4234
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Raku
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An ancient Japanese firing technique radically different from the traditional approach. Materials, tools and techniques unique to this process will be discussed and practiced. This course may be repeated for credit.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4331
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Advanced Drawing
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Prerequisite: Arts 3331 or equivalent. Principles of space relationship and composition through color pastel drawings, collage drawings and mixed media works on paper; may be repeated for credit.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4332
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Life Drawing
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Prerequisite: Arts 3331. Introduction to techniques of proportion and accuracy in drawing the human form. Students
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4335
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Advanced Painting
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Prerequisite: ARTS 3335 or equivalent. Principles of space relationship and composition through oil, acrylic, watercolor, collage and mixed media painting. May be repeated for credit.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4431
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Advanced Printmaking
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Prerequisite: ARTS 3431 or equivalent. Exploration of printmaking techniques of intaglio, chine-colle, etching, woodcuts/linocuts and monotypes. May be repeated for credit.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4433
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Graphic Design
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Professional approaches to graphic design. Presentations on design theory and practice. Professional design projects utilizing vector graphics on the computer. Previous art design and/or computer skills desirable. May be repeated for credit.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4434
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Web Design
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Prerequisite: Arts 4439 or permission of instructor. Creating and publishing Web pages using HTML. Study of formal design elements, theories, audience analysis and usability as students apply the Web to serve as a communication tool.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4435
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Advanced Web Design
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Prerequisite: ARTS 4434 or permission of instructor. Study of advanced techniques in Web page construction, including Web animation, dynamic HTML and site management. Also covers audience and usability testing.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4437
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Illustration
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Prerequisites: Arts 4433 and ARTS 4439, or permission of instructor. Advanced computer projects utilizing various techniques in visual messaging including professional practices in traditional design, computer skills and typography. Previous art, design, computer and writing skills desirable.
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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4438
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Computer Graphics
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Introduction to fundamentals of computer-based graphic design. No programming or prior computer experience required.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4439
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Computer Imaging
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Projects in processing photographic imagery in computerized environment using Adobe Photoshop. Previous art design and/or computer skills desirable. Access to a digital camera helpful. Art students may repeat for credit.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4530
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3D Computer Modeling
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Prerequisites: ARTS 4433 or permission of instructor. 3D modeling techniques for animation, images and 3D computer sculptures. How to build 3D models. Modeling techniques used in 3D software applications. Texture mapping and lighting in a 3D environment.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4532
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Digital Video
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Examination of basic elements of video production, utilizing non-linear editing equipment. Emphasis on technique, concept and artistic exploration.
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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4533
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3D Animation
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Prerequisite: ARTS 4530. Fundamental principles of animation. Introduces students to 3D computer animation techniques including key framing, path animation, non-linear animation and hierarchical animation. Covers storyboarding and animation project planning.
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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4537
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Hist & Theory of Photography
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Study of history and function of photography from its development in the fine arts to present-day signification of mechanical and digital reproduction.
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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4538
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History of Graphic Design
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History of graphic design from inception of written communication to postmodern design and digital revolution.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4539
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Gender & Id in the Visual Arts
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Feminist art theory and criticism, experiences of women artists in 20th century. Issues such as reclaiming past histories, seeking forms to valorize feminine experience, exploring personal identity. " Women's Studies Course."
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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4631
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Renaissance Art
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Italian and Northern Renaissance art through lens of Renaissance humanism, patronage and society. Major artists such as Donatello, Masaccio, Botticelli, Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo, Titian, Jan van Eyck, Durer.
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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4634
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Studies in West European Art
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Major post-Renaissance movements from 1600- to 1850: Art of the Baroque abd Rococo periods, Neoclassicsm, Romanticism. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of the instructor.
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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4635
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Impressionism
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Spectacle of modern life and artistic avant-gardism in Second Empire Paris, its suburbs and resort areas by artists such as Manet, Monet, Renior, Degas, Casatt; the American idiom by Chase, Hassam and others.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4637
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Modern Art
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Modernity, modernism, fantasy, enigma in early 20th-century European and American art and architecture by such masters as Picasso, Matisse, Kandinsky, Mondrian, Duchamp, Dali, Magritte, Kahlo, Brancusi, Frank Lloyd Wright,
Le Corbusier, O'Keeffe.
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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4638
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Contemporary Art
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Art theory and criticism - postmodernist discourses. Understanding and interpreting art since 1950. Follows the movements and relevant key figures in Abstract Expressionism and Pop Art to postmodern multiculturalism by such artists as Rothko, Rauschenberg, Warhol, Nevelson,Beuys, Sherman, Holzer, Kiefer, Viola.
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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4639
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Studies in Non-Western Art
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Studies in the art, aesthetics and cultural politics of India, China, Japan, Africa and the America. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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4730
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Topics in Contemporary Art
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Concentrated study in single topic pertaining to contemporary are (post-WW2 period). Topics vary - including media (for example, sculpture), themes (such as multicultural issues).
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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4735
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Senior Seminar in Art
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Required capstone course for Arts majors. Prepares students for graduate and professional engagement from several perspectives: portfolio and slide presentations; successful resume and grant writing; interviewing prospective exhibition venues; learning logistics of exhibiting artworks, including transportation, installation and publicity.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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4739
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Arts Internship
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Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Supervised on-site internship in art or design capacity.
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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4819
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Indt Study In Art
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Independent study in art. Approval of instructor required. May be taken for 1 or 3 hours of credit.
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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4839
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Indt Study In Arts
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Independent study in art. Approval of instructor required. May be taken for 1 or 3 hours of credit.
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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4931
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Selected Topics In Art
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Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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5037
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Studies in Art History
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Understanding and interpreting art history. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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5038
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Crafts Design And History
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Supervised projects in crafts history, design and techniques. May be repeated for credit.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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5231
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Sculpture and Ceramic Studio
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Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Supervised projects. May be repeated for credit.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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5331
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Painting-Drawing-Printmaking
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Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Supervised projects. May be repeated for credit.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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5631
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Weaving Studio
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Supervised projects in weaving with an emphasis on technique and design. May be repeated for credit.
|
X
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N/A
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ARTS
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5919
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Indt Study In Art
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Independent study in Art. Permission of instructor required. May be taken for 1-hour credit.
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X
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N/A
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ARTS
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5931
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Research Topics In Art
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Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
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Offered
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N/A
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ARTS
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5939
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Indt Study In Art
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Independent study in Art. Permission of instructor required.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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3000
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Biology UL Elective
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Biology UL Elective
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X
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N/A
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BIOL
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3011
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Lab for Comparative Animal
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Corequisite: BIOL 3031. Laboratory course comparing the anatomical structure of aninals from various phyla. Involves dissection of laboratory specimens.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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3031
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Comparative Animal Morphology
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Investigations of structural similarities and differences of major invertebrate and vertebrate phyla. Lecture and laboratory instruction.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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3033
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The Environment
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An introduction to ecosystems, populations and human impacts on the environment. Not for biology or environmental science majors.
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X
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N/A
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BIOL
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3036
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Development Of The Sciences
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Concepts, techniques, practices and philosophy of science, illustrated with historical and contemporary examples. Biology majors may use only as an unrestricted elective.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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3037
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Cell Biology
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Prerequisites: General biology, general chemistry. An introduction to fundamental principles of cell structure and function.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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3113
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Lab Plant Anatomy
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Corequisite: BIOL 3133. Two laboratory hours each week.
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X
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N/A
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BIOL
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3131
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Marine Biology
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Prerequisite: General biology. Study of marine organisms and their environment. One or more weekend or weekday field trip and limited laboratory exercises are required.
|
X
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N/A
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BIOL
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3133
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Plant Anatomy
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Prerequisite: General biology. Structures, tissues and cells of vegetative and reproductive organs of land plants related to concepts of growth, differentiation and organization function and evolutionary history.
|
X
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N/A
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BIOL
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3134
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Plant Physiology
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Prerequisites: General biology, general chemistry. Physiological processes of plants.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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3221
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Lab For Fund Microbiology
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Corequisite: BIOL 3231. Six laboratory hours per week.
|
X
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N/A
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BIOL
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3231
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Fundamentals Of Microbiology
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Corequisite: BIOL 3221. A comprehensive study of microbial organisms including their isolation, culture, identification and importance to man.
|
X
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N/A
|
BIOL
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3333
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Environmental Biology
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The impacts of pollution, anthropogenic activities and other stresses on ecosystem structure and function. Course designed for science majors.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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3334
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Envr And Public Health Micro
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Prerequisite: General biology. Identification and control of microorganisms. Important in protecting public health.
|
Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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3335
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Epidemiology
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A study of the causes and clinical methods of controlling disease in large populations.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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3336
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NeuroPsych Prac
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Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Laboratory investigation of brain/behavior relationships in the rat. Readings from primary research literature, lab experiments and research reports.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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3411
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Genetics Lab
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Corequisite: BIOL 3431. Laboratory investigations demonstrating principles of transmission, molecular and population genetics.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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3431
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Genetics
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Prerequisites: General biology, general chemistry. The principles of genetics, include transmission genetics, molecular genetics and evolution of populations.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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3713
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Human Anatomy Laboratory
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Corequisite: BIOL 3733. The structure of the human body will be studied using anatomical models, preserved tissue specimens, and computer programs.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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3733
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Human Anatomy
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Corequisite: BIOL 3713. Fundamentals of human anatomy emphasizing an organ systems approach to the study of the human body. Lecture and demonstration.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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4000
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Biology 4000 Level Elective
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Biology 4000 Level Elective
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X
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N/A
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BIOL
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4011
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Lab Methods In Life Sciences
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Corequisite: BIOL 4031. Three laboratory hours per week.
|
X
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N/A
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BIOL
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4031
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Methods In Life Sciences
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Prerequisite: General biology; corequisite: BIOL 4011. Recent developments in plant and animal physiology, ecology and environmental science; emphasis on teaching biology from a contemporary standpoint.
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X
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N/A
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BIOL
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4032
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Survey Of Disease
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Prerequisite: General biology and general chemistry. Detailed study of diseases affecting humans.
|
X
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N/A
|
BIOL
|
4035
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Ecology of the Amazon
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Study of the physical, chemical and ecological aspects of the Amazon flooded forest. Students completing course qualify for discounted optional ecology study trip to the Amazon flooded forest areas of Brazil.
|
X
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N/A
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BIOL
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4113
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Lab for Biol of Fishes
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Co-requisite: BIOL 4133. Laboratory course on identification, anatomy, morphology and ecology of fishes. Weekend or weekday field trip and collections required.
|
X
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N/A
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BIOL
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4121
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Laboratory For Ecology
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Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 4131. Four laboratory hours per week. Conduct experiments on population growth, competition and predation to test theoretical models; construct life tables.
|
X
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N/A
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BIOL
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4131
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Ecology
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Prerequisite: General biology. Theoretical study of organisms, populations and communities related to their environments.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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4133
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Biology of Fishes
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Prerequisite: General Biology. Co-requisite: BIOL 4113 Systematic study o f freshwater and marine fishes, including evolution, ecology, life history and economics of important species.
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X
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N/A
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BIOL
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4135
|
Biology Practicum
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Practical experience at an off-campus facility, such as aquarium, rainforest park, wetlands center or Galveston Bay agency. Requires pre-acceptance interview, minimum of 10 hours of work per week and approval of instructor.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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4225
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Env Toxic Lab
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Prerequisite: biol 4235 or equivalent. Theory and practice in aquatic toxicity testing using EPA standard methods.
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X
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N/A
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BIOL
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4233
|
Field Biology
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Field methods for the study of ecological systems. Field work and laboratory are required.
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X
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N/A
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BIOL
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4235
|
Environmental Toxicology
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Prerequisite: twelve hours in biology and chemistry. Physiological and systemic interactions of environmental pollutants with plants and animals.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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4237
|
Plant Identification
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Taxonomic study of herbaceous and woody plants of SE Texas.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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4332
|
Histology
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Prerequisite: BIOL 3037 or BIOL 4437. A microscopic study of animal tissues including the theories of fixation and staining of clinical samples.
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X
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N/A
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BIOL
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4421
|
Laboratory For Physiology
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Prerequisite: BIOL 4434 or 4435. Laboratory exercises demonstrating physiological processes.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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4422
|
Laboratory For Biochemistry
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Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 4431. One hour of lecture and 3 hours of laboratory per week.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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4431
|
Biochemistry I
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Prerequisites: Organic chemistry. Study of cellular biochemical components and metabolism.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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4432
|
Biochemistry II
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Prerequisite: BIOL 4431 or equivalent. Regulation and control of intermediary metabolism. Introduction to biochemical genetics.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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4434
|
Comparative Animal Physiology
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Prerequisites: General biology, general chemistry. Study of organ functions in major invertebrate and vertebrate phyla.
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X
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N/A
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BIOL
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4435
|
Human Physiology
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Prerequisite: General Biology and Chemistry. This course will introduce basic and advanced principles of human physiology. The study of physiology will be presented using an integrated systems approach. Lectures on topics ranging from physiology of the nervous system to human reproduction will be presented.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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4436
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Pathophysiology
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Prerequisite: BIOL 4435 or equivalent. This course will study the abnormal physiology characteristic of diseases in humans. A physiological systems approach will be taken.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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4437
|
Cellular Physiology
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Prerequisite: Biochemistry. Cell structure and function; emphasis on cytological, biochemical, genetical and developmental perspectives.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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4438
|
Developmental Biology
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Prerequisite: BIOL 3431 and BIOL 4437 or BIOL 3037. Embryology, tissue differentiation, cell determination, and pattern formation, at both descriptive and molecular level. Emphasis on animal systems, with additional examples from plants and protists.
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X
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N/A
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BIOL
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4522
|
Molecular Biology Laboratory
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Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 4531. Laboratory methods and techniques in molecular biology. Four laboratory hours per week.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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4523
|
Lab for Biotech
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Prerequisite: BIOL 4422 & BIOL 4432. Current methods used in biotechnological industry and research, as applied to medical, biological, agricultural, and environmental aspects. Students will learn modern techniques used in genetic engineering, DNA sequencing, gene cloning, etc.
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X
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N/A
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BIOL
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4524
|
Lab for Gene Expression
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Prerequisite: BIOL 4531 Laboratory course designed to provide practical training in current gene expression studies including the isolation, quantitative PCR. Microarrays and RNA.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
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4531
|
Molecular Biology I
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Prerequisite: Genetics or Biochemistry or equivalent. General principles of molecular biology with an emphasis on gene functions in eukaryotic system, disease at the genetic level and evolution of the gene.
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Offered
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N/A
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BIOL
|
4534
|
Intro to Bioinformatics
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Experimental sources of biological data, databases and servers, operating systems (including Windows and Unix) and Internet tools.
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X
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N/A
|
BIOL
|
4535
|
Tissue Culture
|
Prerequisite: BIOL 4422 or equivalent. Students will learn how to manipulate cells in culture and develop laboratory skills in DNA transfection, gene expression, Luciferase assays and western blots.
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X
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N/A
|
BIOL
|
4631
|
Immunology
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Prerequisites: BIOL 3431, BIOL 4431. Basic theory of humoral and cellular immune mechanisms.
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Offered
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N/A
|
BIOL
|
4728
|
Seminar in Biology
|
Study of objectives, methods and culture of science. Literature surveys, presentations and research papers are required.
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Offered
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N/A
|
BIOL
|
4731
|
Cancer Biology
|
Prerequisite: BIOL 3431 or BIOL 4531 or equivalent. Cancer, genetics and heredity: prevention, detection and treatment of cancer.
|
X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
4732
|
Biology Of Aids
|
The biological aspects of AIDS, including cellular and molecular descriptions of immune systems and the AIDS virus, HIV.
|
X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
4819
|
Indt Study In Biology
|
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor, chair and associate dean. Independent study in Biology.
|
X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
4829
|
Independent Study in Biology
|
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor, chair and associate dean.
|
X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
4839
|
Indt Study In Biology
|
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor, chair and associate dean. Independent study in Biology.
|
X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
4931
|
Selected Topics Biological Scs
|
Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5131
|
Membrane Biology
|
Prerequisite: Biochemistry. Study of synthesis and function of cellular membranes.
|
X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5132
|
Cell Signaling
|
Prerequisite: BIOL 4431 and 4437 or equivalent. Detailed study of signal transduction in living cells. Concentration on current knowledge regarding the manner in which cells communicate with one another, integrate incoming signals and respond in appropriate manner.
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Offered
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5136
|
Physiology Of Human Aging
|
Prerequisite: Human physiology. Biological changes in human organ systems with advancing age; theoretical and empirical aspects of aging processes.
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Offered
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N/A
|
BIOL
|
5215
|
Lab for Ichthyology
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Corequisite: BIOL 5235 Advanced laboratory course on identification, anatomy and ecology of fishes. Fisheries methods also emphasized. Weekend or weekday field trips and collections required.
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X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5233
|
Ecotoxicology
|
Prerequisite: BIOL 4235 or BIOL 5332 or equivalent. Study of environmental pollutants and effects on ecosystems.
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X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5234
|
Population & Community Dynamic
|
Prerequisite: Ecology and Genetics. Application of basic population modeling and analysis methods used in the management of animal populations. Emphasis placed on harvested populations and fisheries.
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Offered
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5235
|
Ichthyology
|
Corequisite: BIOL 5215 Advanced study of the biology, ecology and evolution of marine and freshwater fishes.
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X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5332
|
Toxicology
|
Prerequisites: BIOL 4235 or BIOL 4431 or BIOL 4434 or BIOL 4435 or equivalent. Evaluation of the effects of poisons and other toxic substances.
|
X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5333
|
Industrial Microbiology
|
Prerequisites: Microbiology and biochemistry. Microbial processes having economic interest to man; fermentation, deterioration, waste disposal: food spoilage and drug preparation.
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X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5336
|
Neuropsychology Practicum
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Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Laboratory investigation of drug/brain/behavior relationships in the rat. Readings from primary research literature, laboratory experiments and research report.
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Offered
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5432
|
Principles Of Pharmacology
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Prerequisites: BIOL 4431, BIOL 4434, or BIOL 4435. Emphasis on principles for evaluating the effects of drugs.
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X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5433
|
Enzymology
|
Prerequisites: BIOL 4431 or equivalent. Study of enzyme isolation, purification, assay and characterization. Emphasis on kinetics of enzyme catalyzed reactions and on the use of enzymes in medicine and industry.
|
X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5434
|
Human Stress
|
Prerequisites: BIOL 4435, BIOL 4436 or equivalent. Stressors and the characteristic physiological manifestations of stress in nervous and hormonal mechanisms.
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X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5435
|
Advanced Immunology
|
Prerequisite: BIOL 4631 or equivalent. Courses will allow students to explore published research that supports currently accepted mechanisms of the immune function. Students will be expected to correlate basic principles of the immune system to the advances in medicine and pathology.
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X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5436
|
Physiol Basis Disease
|
Prerequisite: An introductory Human Physiology course or equivalent. The effects of diseases on normal physiologic funstions and the physiologic basis of medical treatments for these.
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Offered
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5530
|
Research Methods In Biology
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Prerequisite: Graduate standing. Students will develop a research proposal, which allows integrating knowledge and standard procedures in a chosen area of Biology. A written proposal and an oral presentation are required to complete the course.
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X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5531
|
Aquatic Toxicity Testing
|
Prerequisite: BIOL 4235 or equivalent. Theory of toxicity testing, statistical analysis procedures and laboratory practice in standard aquatic toxicity tests.
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X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5532
|
Estuarine Ecology
|
Prerequisite: BIOL 4131. Study of physical, chemical and biological nature of estuarine ecosystems. Includes one or more weekend or weekday field trips and lab experiments
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X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5533
|
Ecological Methods
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Field methods for analysis of ecological systems. Field work and laboratory are required.
|
X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5534
|
Conservation Biology
|
Prerequisite: Genetics or Evolution. Analysis of evolutionary forces that generate and shape biodiversity and the biological, sociopolitical and economic issues faced in the conservation of biodiversity.
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X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5535
|
Neotropical Rainforest Ecology
|
Study of neotropical rain forests, including their physical and chemical characteristics and plant / animal ecology. Students completing course qualify for discounted optional ecology study trip to the Amazon flooded forest areas of Brazil.
|
X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5632
|
Bioenergetics
|
Prerequisite: BIOL 4431 or equivalent. Mechanisms of ATP Synthesis, and other aspects of biological energy transduction.
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X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5634
|
Apoptosis
|
Prerequisite: BIOL 4437. Students in this course will study the stimuli and pathways involved in programmed cellular death.
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X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5635
|
Neuroscience
|
Prerequisite: Anatomy, Physiology. This course introduces basic and advanced concepts in neuroscience. The course covers a wide range of topics in this exciting field of science from the molecular level through the anatomical organization of sensory and motor systems.
|
X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5731
|
Advanced Cancer Biology
|
Prerequisite: BIOL 3431 or BIOL 4531. Cancer, genetics and heredity; prevention, detection and treatment of Literature research and presentation on molecular basis of various cancers required.
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X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5732
|
Adv Mol Biol
|
Prerequisite: Genetics. Study of eukaryotic DNA replication, post transcriptional processing, eukaryotic gene regulation, overexpression and repression, protein structure
|
X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5733
|
Bioinformatics
|
Prerequisite: BIOL 4531 or equivalent. Examination of the tools and sequence databases for all known genomes.
|
X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5734
|
Oncogenes
|
Prerequisite: Molecular biology. Study of cancer at the level of the gene.
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Offered
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5736
|
BIOETHICS
|
Prerequisite: General Biology. Study of complex situations in biology and medicine that require moral reflection, judgement or decisions.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5737
|
Molecular Vectors
|
Prerequisite or corequisite: Molecular biology. Properties, construction and use of vectors for molecular cloning and manipulation.
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X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5738
|
Gene Therapy
|
Prerequisite or corequisite: Molecular biology. Gene technologies with applications to disease, cancer, neurological and genetic disorders, cardiovascular and infectious diseases.
|
X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5831
|
Adv Meths in Biotech I
|
Prerequisite: BIOL 4531. Designed to provide advanced practical training in current techniques of molecular and cellular biology, including recombinant DNA technology, Southern and Northern analysis of nucleic acids, PCR, NDA sequencing and analysis using current computer programs, Western blotting, etc. Intended for students who have prior background in molecular biology.
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X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5832
|
Adv Meths in Biotech II
|
Prerequisite BIOL 4531. Focus on describing latest techniques of molecular biology and proteomics, including chromatographic separations of proteins. His-tagged protein and Ni-column purification, design and analysis of dual expression psasmids, RT-PCR, 2-D gel electrophoresis and mass spec analysis of proteins, yeast two-hybrid assay.
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X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5833
|
Proteomics
|
Prerequisite: Molecular Biology. Analysis of gene function of mRNA expression profiling with cDNA arrays, protein: protein interactions by genome-side two hybrid screening and more direct analysis of protein expression, sequence and structure.
|
X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5915
|
Cooperative Education Work Trm
|
Prerequisites: Approved Candidate Plan of Study, completed cooperative education file and approval of associate dean and Director of Cooperative Education. Educational paid work assignment by a student in the field of his/her career interest and course of study. Technical report will be required at the end of the semester.
|
X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5919
|
Indt Study In Biol Sciences
|
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor, chair and associate dean. Independent study in Biology.
|
X
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5931
|
Research Topics In Biology
|
Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
5939
|
Indt Study In Biology
|
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor, chair and associate dean. Independent study in Biology.
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Offered
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
6838
|
Research Project And Seminar
|
Prerequisite: 24 hours completed in approved graduate program. Students will complete a study of the current literature, including methodology and techniques, used in a selected area of Biology. A written review paper and an oral presentation will be required.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
BIOL
|
6939
|
Master's Thesis Research
|
Prerequisite: Approval of adviser, master's committee and dean.
|
X
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
3000
|
Communication UL Elective
|
Communication UL Elective
|
X
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
3230
|
Integrated Marketing Comm
|
Overview of persuasive communication as it pertains in theory and practice to integrated marketing, public relations and advertising.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
3231
|
Writing For The Media
|
Journalistic writing, including fact gathering, news and feature writing styles, public relations and freelance writing.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
3531
|
Mass Media And Society
|
An examination of the modern public communications environment: broadcasters and publishers, advertisers, media, audiences and regulators.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
3532
|
Media Law
|
Legal issues as pertinent to the professional communicator.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
3533
|
Understanding Advertising
|
Prerequisite: COMM 3230 or permission of instructor. Study of consumer advertising from several perspectives: historical forces that have shaped the field, advertising agency operations, and successful campaigns for print, broadcast and Internet media. Students learn about targeting demographics, innovative advertising methods and how to identify and collect information to be used in reports/projects.
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X
|
N/A
|
COMM
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3534
|
Gathering Information
|
Research techniques in which students identify and collect information from libraries, archives, databases, the Internet and interviews. The gathered information is then used to write magazine articles, reports and strategic studies.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
3535
|
Communication Ethics
|
Exposes students to range of ethical principles and case studies with ultimate goal of helping them work out their own professional standards and commit to them.
|
X
|
N/A
|
COMM
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3536
|
Advertising Procedures
|
A practical, hands-on approach to advertising, with emphasis on practice. Students will learn about planning and managing advertising--from ad copy in various mediums to social and legal effects of advertising.
|
X
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
3633
|
Film & Videotape Making II
|
N/A
|
X
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4031
|
Global Issues in Film
|
Film studies course in which global issues in a digital society are addressed using critical/cultural studies approaches. Focuses on world-wide cultural differences to foster knowledge and understanding of diversity issues.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4232
|
Public Relations Writing
|
Prerequisites: COMM 3230 and COMM 3231 or an equivalent course. Development of professional-level writing skills for public relations. Graduate students require permission by instructor.
|
X
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4233
|
Spch Comm:Theory & Practice
|
Introduction to theory and application of speech communication including public speaking, critical listening skills, ethics, argumentation, group presentations, and use of visual supporting materials.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4432
|
History Of Cinema II
|
N/A
|
X
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4434
|
Web Design
|
Prerequisite: ARTS 4439 or permission of instructor. Creating and publishing Web pages using HTML. Study of formal design elements, theories, audience analysis and usability as students apply the Web to serve as a communication tool.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4435
|
Advanced Web Design
|
Prerequisite: COMM 4434 or permission of instructor. Study of advanced techniques in Web page construction including Web animation, dynamic HTML and site management. Also covers audience and usability testing.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4530
|
3D Computer Modeling
|
Prerequisites: ARTS 4433 and ARTS 4439 or permission of instructor. 3D modeling techniques for animation, images and 3D computer sculptures. How to build 3D models. Modeling techniques used in 3D software applications. Texture mapping and lighting in a 3D environment.
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Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4531
|
3D Animation
|
Prerequisite: COMM 4530. Fundamental principles of animation. Introduces students to 3D computer animation techniques including key framing, path animation, non-linear animation and hierarchical animation. Covers storyboarding and animation project planning.
|
X
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4532
|
Photojournalism
|
Prerequisite: ARTS 4439. Exploration of photography as a form of journalistic storytelling Includes study of technical and emotional aspects of photographs, as well as techniques in Photoshop.
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Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4533
|
Editing
|
Prerequisite: COMM 3231. Techniques for correcting and refining articles for publication, broadcast or other media release.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4534
|
Video Prod. and Editing
|
Develops basic understanding of the technology behind video production as an information medium using non-linear editing equipment. Emphasis on concept, newsworthiness, technique, and effect on audience.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4536
|
Magazine Publication
|
Introduces students to magazine feature writing and the various phases of magazine production. Students produce Bayousphere, the university's literary art magazine, and articles for outside publication.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4538
|
Desktop Publishing
|
Prerequisite: ARTS 4439. Coverage of theory and technology related to creation of graphic products for offset printing. Includes examination of Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design and other software applications.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4565
|
Newspaper Publication
|
Prerequisite: COMM 3231 or equivalent. Laboratory course in newspaper production. Includes gathering facts; interviewing sources; writing articles, headlines, cutlines and teasers; layout and design. Students produce the university's student newspaper.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4611
|
Communication Portfolio
|
Exit course for Media Studies curriculum. Showcases a student's best work, both textual and graphic, from previous semesters. Media Studies faculty and outside reviewers evaluate the portfolio.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4739
|
Communication Internship
|
A supervised, on?site internship in a communications capacity.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4819
|
Indt Study In Communications
|
Independent study in communications. Approval of instructor required. May be taken for 1, 2 or 3 hours of credit.
|
X
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4829
|
Indt Study In Communications
|
Independent study in communications. Approval of instructor required. May be taken for 1, 2 or 3 hours of credit.
|
X
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4831
|
Project Management
|
Introduction to project managment practices and tools used to manage a variety of multimedia and communication projects.
|
X
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4839
|
Indt Study In Communications
|
Independent study in communications. Permission of instructor required.
|
X
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
4931
|
Selected Topics Communications
|
Identified by a specific title each time course is offered.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
5031
|
Graphic Design
|
Professional approaches to graphic design. Presentations on design theory and practice. Professional design projects using Adobe Illustrator. Previous art design and/or computer skills desirable.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
5033
|
Advertising Design
|
Prerequisites: COMM 5031 and COMM 5037 or permission of instructor. Professional approaches to advertising design, theory and practice. Advertising design projects requiring photographic and computer skills. Previous art, design, computer and writing skills desirable.
|
X
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
5035
|
Illustration
|
Prerequisites: COMM 5031 and COMM 5037, or permission of instructor. Advanced computer projects utilizing various techniques in visual messaging including professional practices in traditional design, computer skills and typography. Previous art, design, computer and writing skills desirable.
|
X
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
5037
|
Computer Imaging
|
Projects in processing photographic imagery in a computerized environment using Adobe Photoshop. Previous art design and/or computer skills desirable. Access to a digital camera helpful.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
5931
|
Research Topics In Comm
|
Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
|
X
|
N/A
|
COMM
|
5939
|
Indt Study In Communications
|
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Independent study in communications. May be repeated for credit.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5031
|
Theories of Cultural Diversity
|
Theoretical approaches to cultural interpretation and methods of cultural comparison. Emphasis on cultural diversity as expressed in formations of nationalism, ethnicity, race, class, family and gender; and roots of racism and tolerance.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5032
|
Political Economy
|
Surveys current anthropological approaches to political and economic issues. (Crosslisted with ANTH 5032).
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5033
|
Religion And Community
|
Examination of the nature of religious experience from a comparative perspective. Basic belief, ritual and institutional structures of major world faiths with attention to the operation of religious communities in multicultural settings.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5035
|
Human Rights & Social Justice
|
Exploration of conceptions of human rights and of recent attempts to reconcile
such conceptions in the context of globalizations and from the perspective of social justice.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5037
|
Theor & Practice Of Mediation
|
Application of mediation techniques to the needs of community groups, churches, businesses and non-governmental agencies.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5039
|
Environment And Society
|
Examination of diverse conceptions of and values attached to, the natural world.
History of human-induced changes to the environment. Analysis of global
movements. Exploration of the changing role of civil society in solving environmental problems.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5131
|
Gender, Culture And Power
|
Exploration of the many ways gender is constructed cross-culturally. Examination of how different societies conceptualize each gender and assign them social, economic and political significance. Analysis of relationship between gender and class, race, ethnicity and nationality.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5231
|
Studies in European History
|
Critical examination of major themes in the European past including historiographical analysis. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5232
|
Peoples of Mexico & Cen Amer
|
Anthropological approaches to Mexico, Central America and the U.S.-Mexico border.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5238
|
Negotiating Across Cultures
|
Examines challenges facing international organizations and multinational corporations in negotiating across cultures. Explores decision-making and its relation to beliefs and values of people of diverse cultures and political systems.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5239
|
Egypt in Transition
|
Course exposes students to culture, history, religion and politics of Egypt and the Middle East. It explores sociological, historical and cross-cultural forces shaping modern Egypt.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5330
|
Cultural Study Abroad
|
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Course exposes students to culture, history, religion and politics of another country. Involves foreign travel, and includes prerequisite of semester long course focusing on study abroad country.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5332
|
Diversity in Urban America
|
Examines classical theories of urban life and urban development; explores urban issues such as ethnic diversity, transportation and policy.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5333
|
Minorities and Majorities
|
The pattern of interaction between race, ethnic and gender groups; personality and structural effects of prejudice and discrimination. Includes both U.S. and cross-cultural perspectives.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5334
|
World Futures
|
Survey of recent world models and forecasts, with implications for policy and administration.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5338
|
Cross-Cultural Communications
|
Examines role of cross-cultural communication in economic, political and social transactions. Examines impact of cultural beliefs, values and behavior patterns on communication with members of different cultures and identifies factors that facilitate cross-cultural communications.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5434
|
Studies in Latin Am Hist
|
Critical examination of major issues and themes in Latin American history. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5531
|
Cross-Cult Persp on the Family
|
Examines family dynamics from cross-cultural perspective using case study material. (Crosslisted with ANTH 5531, PSYC 5535 and SOCI 5535).
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5535
|
Cultures of Asia
|
Anthropological approaches to Asian societies.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5536
|
Cross-Cult Persp Family
|
Examines family dynamics from cross-cultural perspective using case study material. (Cross-listed with ANTH 5531. PSYC 5535 and SCOI 5535).
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5537
|
Cultures of Africa
|
Investigates ethnicity, social organization, politics and religion of Africa. (Crosslisted with ANTH 5537).
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5538
|
Cultures of the Middle East
|
Investigates social and cultural diversity of peoples of the Middle East. Focuses on religion, economy and social structure.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5631
|
Cross-Cultural Methods
|
Examines methods used in a variety of disciplines to study difference based on culture, race, ethnicity, gender, class and nationality.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5731
|
Seminar in Amer Multicult Litr
|
Survey of minority or immigrant literature; intensive study of a particular ethnic group's texts and authors; a trans-ethnic theme or topic; a major author or authors. Topics vary. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. (Crosslisted with LITR 5731).
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5732
|
U.S. Social Movements
|
Analysis and comparison of ideology, composition and social role of such reform movements as abolitionism, civil rights, feminism, labor unions, populism, progressivism and socialism. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5734
|
Cross-Cult Texts in Dialogue
|
Texts representing First-World colonialism and imperialism (e.g., Heart of Darkness, Passage to India, Robinson Crusoe) are read in dislogue with corresponding texts from perspective of the colonized (e.g., Things Fall Apart, Midnight's Children, Lucy); includes postcolonial poetry and theory.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5735
|
Literature of the Pacific Rim
|
Selected Pacific Rim readings from literature of Japan, China, Russia, Hawaii, and South Pacific. Focus on representative and contemporary works of Patrick White, Yukio Mishima, Alexander Solzhenisyn, Eileen Chang, Li Ang, Mark Twain, and James Michener.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5931
|
Special Topic - Cross Cultural
|
Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
5939
|
Ind Study in Cross-Cultural St
|
Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director required. Independent Study in Cross-Cultural Studies.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
6735
|
Research Sem in Cross-Cult
|
Prerequisite: 24 hours of graduate course work. An advanced research seminar in Cross-Cultural Studies. Explores research methods and techniques of cross-cultural studies. Students will write major research paper. Topic will vary by semester.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
6739
|
Graduate Internship
|
Prerequisite: 24 hours of graduate-level course work and approval of internship coordinator. Minimum of two days a week in an approved internship setting. Written report required. Arrangements for internships should be completed by the beginning of the prior semester.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
6839
|
Master's Project Research
|
Approval of adviser and project director required.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRCL
|
6939
|
Master's Thesis Research
|
Approval of adviser and thesis director required.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
3132
|
Criminology
|
Theories of causation; patterns and social response.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
3335
|
Deviance
|
Theories of the existence of deviance in society; management of spoiled identities.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
4133
|
Juvenile Delinquency
|
Individual and community aspects of juvenile delinquency; theories of causes and modes of control.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
4135
|
The Death Penalty
|
History and development of capital punishment as a social institution. Focus on issues such as deterrence, discrimination and execution of innocent prisoners.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
4330
|
Criminal Investigation
|
Review of methods and techniques used by investigators to chronologically reconstruct a crime in order to arrest the criminal offender.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
4331
|
Prison and Society
|
Correctional institutions in the United States; analysis of their changing roles and functions. (Crosslisted with SOCI 4331).
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
4332
|
Soc Problems and the Legal Sys
|
This course focuses on the confrontation between individual rights and welfare of society. Issues are examined from perspectives of sociological, philosophical and legal theories.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
4333
|
Probation and Parole
|
Exploration of alternatives to incarceration, emphasizing the major community-based activities of probation and parole. Includes discussion of intermediate punishments, restitution programs, house arrest and electronic monitoring of offenders.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
4334
|
Criminal Law
|
Survey of structure and philosophy of criminal law; topics include criminal liability, criminal defenses and types of offenses.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
4335
|
Race and Justice
|
Analysis of crime rates in United States and involvement of racial groups through theoretical exploration and practices in and out of the justice system.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
4337
|
Organized Crime
|
Examines organized criminal groups, such as the "mafia" and other criminal groups worldwide. Applies historical, economic, political and legal perspectives. Emphasizes victimless crime, labor rackets and extortion. Covers special governmental commissions and legislative reforms.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
4338
|
Policing and Society
|
Critical analysis of role and function of American law enforcement including historical development and evolution, contemporary police organizations, individual officers and relationship between police and community. Leverage of objectives of police: law enforcement, service, order maintenance and crime prevention.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
4835
|
Research Methods
|
Introductory course in research methods in criminology. Topics include theory and measurement, designing and conducting research and data collection and analysis.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
4839
|
Independent Study in Crim
|
Prerequisite: Approval of advisor and independent study director required.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
4930
|
Cont Issues in Criminology
|
Prerequisites: Completion of at least 80 credits and at least four courses in Criminology. Course assesses students' skills in theory, research and subject content. Explores the many opportunities provided by degree in Criminology.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
4931
|
Sel Topics in Criminology
|
Identified by specific title each time courses is offered.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5036
|
Criminological Res and Stat I
|
Design, analysis and application of criminological research techniques and methods of measurement.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5037
|
Criminological Res and Stat II
|
Prerequisite: CRIM 5036. Further examination of procedures involved in designing and analyzing criminological research.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5133
|
Advanced Juvenile Delinquency
|
In depth analysis of delinquency theories, issues and policies in the U.S. and abroad. Topics include measurement and research, serious violent offending, gangs and treatment by justice agencies.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5135
|
The Death Penalty
|
History and development of capital punishment as a social institution. Focus on issues such as deterrence, discrimination and execution of innocent prisoners.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5136
|
Race and Crime
|
Historical and social understanding of racial and ethnic groups in the United States as related to causation of crime and involvement in the criminal justice system.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5137
|
Prevention and Control of Crim
|
Theories and application of crime control and prevention in society.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5138
|
Homeland Security
|
Examination of events before, during and after September 11,2001 in order to prepare for future manmade and natural catastrophic threats to homeland security.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5139
|
Correctional Institutions
|
An advanced, theoretical examination of both prisons and jails as "total institutions." Includes history of prisons, various philosophies of incarceration, organization structure, institutional subcultures and problems encountered in the classification and supervision of incarcerated offenders.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5331
|
Advanced Criminology
|
Examination of major theories of crime causation. Emphasis on sociological theories of social structure, social process and social conflict along with classical and neoclassical perspectives.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5332
|
White-Collar Crime
|
Study of financial, physical and social costs of white-collar crime. Examines both perpetrators and victims. Special attention paid to computer crime.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5333
|
Computer Crime
|
Consideration of common forms of computer crime, including financial theft/embezzlement, malicious hacking, international and industrial espoinage, and dissemination of pernicious viruses and worms.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5335
|
Crim Just and Mass Media
|
Examines collision between two powerful sets of social institutions - the criminal justice system and the mass media.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5336
|
Law and Society
|
This course surveys a number of problematic issues in contemporary American society from the perspectives of sociologica, philosophical, and legal theories. The course examines the controversial ways our political system seeks to reconcile individual civil liberties with the collective obligations of the social contract. (crosslisted with SOCI 5336)
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5337
|
Organized Crime
|
Advanced, theoretical examination of organized criminal groups, such as the "mafia" and other criminal groups worldwide. Applies historical, economic, political and legal perspectives. Emphasizes victimless crime, labor rackets and extortion. Covers special governmental commissions and legislative reforms.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5338
|
Criminal Law
|
Study of structure and rationale for criminal law; focus on criminal liability, criminal defenses and types of offenses. Crosslisted with CRIM 4334.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5339
|
Comparative Criminology
|
Comparative study of criminology and institutions of social control in selected western and nonwestern countries.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5431
|
Domestic Violence
|
Course examines historical and contextual foundations, theories of causation and victimization, legal and enforcement response, and potential solutions to abuse and violence in domestic relationships.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5432
|
Sociology of Law Enforcement
|
Critical analysis of issues related to roles and functions of American policing, including previous research on policing, previous experiments in polic strategies and tactics, and new trends in policing in 21st century.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5433
|
Serial Murder
|
Examination of phenomenon of serial muirder on national and international bases. Discussions include current and historical serial killers, why they kill, case studies and their investigation.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5931
|
Res Topics in Criminology
|
Identified by specific topic each time course is offered.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
5939
|
Independent Study in Crim
|
Prerequisite: Approval of advisor and independent study director required.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
6734
|
Future of Crime and Justice
|
Behavioral perspective on possible and probable futures and their impact on American society and the criminal justice system. Emphasis on socioeconomic and technological factors and trends currently shaping crime in America.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
6735
|
Seminar in Criminology
|
Prerequisites: CRIM 5036; CRIM 5037; 24 hours of graduate course work. Fulfills course work option requirement in graduate criminology. Students apply the substantive knowledge and research skills they have acquired to topic selected by instructor.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
6739
|
Graduate Internship
|
Prerequisite: 24 hours of graduate course work and approval of internship coordinator. Minimum of two days a week in approved internship setting. Written report required. Arrangements for internship should be completed by beginning of prior semester.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
6839
|
Master's Project Research
|
Approval of advisor and project director required.
|
X
|
N/A
|
CRIM
|
6939
|
Master's Thesis Research
|
Approval of advisor and thesis director required.
|
X
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5031
|
Graphic Design
|
Professional approaches to graphic design. Presentations on design theory and practice. Professional design projects using Adobe Illustrator. Previous art design and/or computer skills desirable.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5033
|
Advertising Design
|
Prerequisites: DMST 5031 and DMST 5037 or permission of instructor. Professional approaches to advertising design, theory and practice. Advertising design projects requiring photographic and computer skills. Previous art, design, computer and writing skills desirable.
|
X
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5034
|
Global Issues in Film
|
Global issues in a digital society are addressed using critical/cultural studies approaches. Focus on world-wide cultural differences to foster knowledge and understanding of diversity issues.
|
X
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5036
|
Digital Video
|
Basic methods and processes of video production, using non-linear editing equipment. Emphasis on technique, concept and artistic expression.
|
X
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5037
|
Computer Imaging
|
Projects in processing photographic imagery in computerized environment using Adobe Photoshop. Previous art design and/or computer skills desirable. Access to digital camera helpful.
|
X
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5038
|
Digital Photography
|
Prerequisite: DMST 5037: Computer Imaging. Exploration of photography and photographic processes in the digital realm. Addresses concepts of documentation, communication and fine art.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5039
|
Web Design
|
Creating and publishing Web pages using HTML. Study of formal design elements, theories, audience analysis and usability. (This course is taught online).
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5132
|
3D Modeling
|
3D modeling techniques for animation, images and 3D computer sculptures. Includes how to build 3D models and exposure to variety of modeling techniques used in 3D software applications, as well as texture mapping and lighting in 3D environment.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5139
|
Adv. Web Design
|
Advanced techniques in Web page construction, including Web animation, dynamic HTML and site management. Also covers audience and usability testing. (This course is taught online).
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5230
|
Crit. Appr. to Digital Media
|
Exploration of personal, cultural, social, economic, political and ethical impacts of information technology, using critical/cultural studies approaches.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5231
|
Adv Digital Media Design
|
Concept-based design course taken the semester before the final project in which students use digital tools from their major areas of study.
|
X
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5232
|
Tech Foun of Digital Media
|
Delivery of content through digital media. Explores concepts of digital systems, computer components, networking and delivery techniques.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5233
|
Dig. Media Law & Eth. Seminar
|
Overview of legal and ethical issues pertinent to the professional communicator, regarding issues such as information access, intellectual property, privacy and defamation. Emphasis on regulation of new technology.
|
X
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5234
|
Public Relations Writing
|
Writing for corporate, nonprofit and government organizations, including press releases, public service announcements, speeches, newsletters, grants, etc. Also covers interviewing, public relations research techniques, layout and production.
|
X
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5235
|
Animation
|
Prerequisite: DMST 5132 3D Modeling. Fundamental principles of animation, both computer and traditional. Emphasis on 3D computer animation techniques including key framing, path animation, non-linear animation and hierarchical animation. Storyboarding and animation project planning also covered.
|
X
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5236
|
Digital Storytelling
|
Developing skills in preparation, narrative development techniques and writing for digital short film scripts. Introduction to basic knowledge and skills in interactive media writing.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5332
|
Compositing
|
Trends and techniques in digital compositing for film and video with emphasis on combining 2D and video imagery with 3D animation. Coverage of matte creation and use, keying, transitions, timing, titling and special effects as well as procedures for rendering 3D elements in layers for compositing.
|
X
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5538
|
Desktop Publishing
|
Prerequisite: DMST 5037. Coverage of all aspects of desktop publishing--from concept and content development to design, layout, project management and printing. Includes examination of InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5931
|
Research Topics in Digital Med
|
Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
5939
|
Ind Std in Digital Media Std
|
Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director. Independent study in Digital Media Studies.
|
X
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
6739
|
Graduate Internship
|
Development of digital media under supervision of selected professor and on-site organizational supervisor. Three hundred hours on-site required.
|
X
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
6769
|
Graduate Internship
|
Development of digital media under supervision of selected professor and on-site organizational supervisor. Five hundred hours on-site required. Intended for students wishing
|
X
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
6839
|
Master's Project Research
|
Completion of a project sufficient to represent a capstone activity that integrates knowledge and skills developed in the program.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
DMST
|
6939
|
Master's Thesis Research
|
Approval of advisor and thesis required. Requires minimum of two semesters.
|
X
|
N/A
|
FRAD
|
4234
|
Organizations in Society
|
Study of several aspects of our organizational society such as roles, power and membership; investigation of fire service organizations and their influence on individuals.
|
X
|
N/A
|
FRAD
|
4238
|
Social Conflict and Mediation
|
Examines theories of social conflict and application of dispute resolution/mediation techniques within fire service organizations.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
FRAD
|
4433
|
Public Service Management
|
Overview of basic theories of administrative organization, relationships, and behavior. How to structure, manage, direct, and control units within fire service organizations.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
FRAD
|
4434
|
Public Service Leadership
|
Examination of determinants and consequences of effective and ineffective leadership in fire service organizations.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
FRAD
|
4435
|
Strategic Planning
|
Strategic planning and facilitation of organizational change in fire service organizations.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
FRAD
|
4436
|
Organizational Communication
|
Examination of general communication processes and dynamics within fire service organizations.
|
X
|
N/A
|
FRAD
|
4437
|
Managerial Issues in Diversity
|
Explores what managers in Fire Services Administration need to know about diversity and minority-majority relations.
|
X
|
N/A
|
FRAD
|
4839
|
Independent Study in Fire Serv
|
Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director. Independent study in fire services administration.
|
X
|
N/A
|
FRAD
|
4931
|
Selected Topics in Fire Ser Ad
|
Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
FRAD
|
5931
|
Sel Topics in Fire Serv Admin
|
Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
FRAD
|
5939
|
Ind Study in Fire Serv Admin
|
Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director. Independent study in fire services administration.
|
X
|
N/A
|
FUTR
|
5131
|
Intro To Future Studies
|
An introduction to the methods, practitioners and issues of futures research.
|
X
|
N/A
|
FUTR
|
5132
|
Futures Research Methods I
|
Critical thinking, interviewing, questionnaire design and administration, measures of change, trend analysis, demographic change and cross-impact analysis.
|
X
|
N/A
|
FUTR
|
5331
|
Our Future In Space
|
Review of forces and factors shaping exploration of space including space technologies, economics, politics as well as values, visions and applications.
|
X
|
N/A
|
FUTR
|
5332
|
Classic Texts In Futr Studies
|
A study of classic texts that have become essential to Futures Studies.
|
X
|
N/A
|
FUTR
|
5334
|
World Futures
|
A survey of recent world models and forecasts, with implications for policy and administration.
|
X
|
N/A
|
FUTR
|
5335
|
Literary & Historical Utopias
|
Utopias, dystopias and parallel worlds as literary texts and in historical communities: Plato's Republic, More's Utopia, Hawthorne's The Blithedale Romance, Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale; Pantisocracy, Shakers, Oneida Community, urban/suburban planning.
|
X
|
N/A
|
FUTR
|
5931
|
Topics In Futures Studies
|
Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
|
X
|
N/A
|
FUTR
|
5939
|
Indt Study In The Future
|
Prerequisite: Permission of adviser and independent study director. Independent study in Studies of the Future.
|
X
|
N/A
|
FUTR
|
6030
|
Social Change
|
A review of classical and contemporary theories of how organizations, societies and other human systems change over time.
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X
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N/A
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FUTR
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6131
|
Using Systems Approaches
|
An introduction to general systems theory and similar conceptual tools which aid in understanding organized complexity; applications to modeling, forecasting and problem solving.
|
X
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N/A
|
FUTR
|
6132
|
Futures Research Methods II
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Environment scanning, scenario development, visioning, strategic planning, impact assessment and change management.
|
X
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N/A
|
FUTR
|
6139
|
Proseminar In Futures Studies
|
Latest techniques, issues and controversies related to futures studies, including ethics of professional practice.
|
X
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N/A
|
FUTR
|
6232
|
Str Planning And Change Mgmt
|
A practical seminar to develop entry level knowledge in visioning, design of strategic planning and facilitation of change management.
|
X
|
N/A
|
FUTR
|
6739
|
Graduate Internship
|
Prerequisites: Twelve hours of graduate-level course work and approval of internship committee. Minimum of two days a week in an approved internship setting. Written report required.
|
X
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N/A
|
FUTR
|
6839
|
Master's Project Research
|
Approval of adviser and project director required.
|
X
|
N/A
|
FUTR
|
6939
|
Master's Thesis Research
|
Approval of adviser and thesis director required.
|
X
|
N/A
|
GEOG
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3137
|
Global Geography
|
Analysis of physical, economic, and political patterns of different world regions.
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Offered
|
N/A
|
GEOG
|
4030
|
Geography Of The Us And Canada
|
Analysis of the interrelationships among physical, cultural, economic and political patterns of the United States and Canada including the State of Texas.
|
X
|
N/A
|
GEOG
|
4031
|
Urban Geography
|
Examination of the interrelationships among physical geography and urbanization, the internal land utilization of cities, urban historical geography and central place theory.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
GEOG
|
4032
|
Geography Of Latin America
|
Analysis of the physical, cultural, economic and political patterns of Latin America and its relationship to other world regions.
|
X
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N/A
|
GEOG
|
4033
|
Geography Of Texas
|
Analysis of the diverse cultural, economic, environmental and political patterns of Texas. Exploration of the state's regional characteristics and of the spatial relationships with areas outside the state.
|
X
|
N/A
|
GEOG
|
4034
|
Prin of Map Reading/Interpret
|
A wide variety of maps including cognitive, thematic, topographic, weather and computer generated (GIS) maps are surveyed from the points of view of their interpretations and applications. Attention will be directed also to the history of cartography, the interpretation of air photos and NASA images and statistical graphs. No drafting background or artistic ability needed.
|
X
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N/A
|
GEOG
|
4131
|
Historical Geography
|
An introduction to historical geography as a subfield of geography with an emphasis on the evolving patterns of land use and settlement in the United States from the pre-colonial period to the present.
|
X
|
N/A
|
GEOG
|
4132
|
Human Geography
|
Stresses the importance of human/environment relationships to a global society. Focuses on the world distribution of natural and human resources as they interrelate and provide character to places.
|
X
|
N/A
|
GEOG
|
4133
|
Modern Physical Geography
|
An identification of the geographical dimensions of ecosystems and earth's physical characteristics as it relates to the process, distribution patterns and implications for humans.
|
X
|
N/A
|
GEOG
|
4134
|
Geographic Concepts & Skills
|
Prerequisites: GEOG 3137, GEOG 4132 and GEOG 4133. Geographic concepts and skills which are connected with the new social studies curriculum and the appropriate teaching models, strategies and assessment.
|
X
|
N/A
|
GEOG
|
4135
|
Political Geography
|
The interrelationship between political activities and spatial distributions of world regions. Topics include the concept of state, political core regions, international spheres of influence and confrontations, boundaries and contemporary issues and problems.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
GEOG
|
4136
|
Economic Geography
|
An analysis of the world distribution of fundamental occupations and commodities.
|
X
|
N/A
|
GEOG
|
4231
|
Fundamentals of GIS
|
An interdisciplinary introduction to the fundamentals of GIS as a method of organizing, displaying, and analyzing spatial data. The course also provides an introduction to basic cartographic conventions.
|
X
|
N/A
|
GEOG
|
4232
|
Probs In Geog Info Systems
|
Prerequisites: GEOG 3137, GEOG 4132 and GEOG 4133. A course designed specifically for advanced GIS candidates who will identify, interpret, analyze and evaluate a geographical problem.
|
X
|
N/A
|
GEOG
|
4233
|
Advanced Geog Info Systems
|
Prerequisites: GEOG 3137, GEOG 4132 and GEOG 4133. Analytical aspects of spatial data, analysis, and modeling. Theoretical and applied aspects are examined through a series of practical exercises and assignments.
|
X
|
N/A
|
GEOG
|
4839
|
Indt Study In Geog
|
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean.
|
X
|
N/A
|
GEOG
|
4931
|
Selected Topics In Geog
|
Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
|
X
|
N/A
|
GEOG
|
5231
|
Approaches To Geographic Educ
|
Geographic content knowledge is linked to teaching strategies and curriculum development. Content focus will address approaches designed to foster geographic knowledge, study skills and critical thinking.
|
X
|
N/A
|
GEOG
|
5931
|
Research Topics In Geog
|
Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
|
X
|
N/A
|
GEOG
|
5939
|
Indt Study In Geography
|
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
3000
|
History UL Elective
|
History UL Elective
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
3230
|
Ancient World
|
N/A
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
3230
|
Ancient World
|
Surveys the development of early civilizations from Mesopotamia and Egypt through Greece and the fall of Rome in the West.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
3231
|
Ancient Greece
|
A study of classical Greece with particular attention to cultural, social and political developments.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
3232
|
Ancient Rome
|
Intellectual, social, political and cultural developments in the history of the ancient Roman Republic and Empire (c.300 B.C.E. to 476 C.E.).
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
3331
|
Medieval Europe
|
The birth and first flowering of a truly European civilization?urban society and an agricultural economy.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
3332
|
Renaissance And Reformation
|
Economic, political, intellectual and religious developments in Europe from 1300 to 1600.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
3334
|
Studies In Native Amer History
|
History of indigenous peoples of the Americas from the fifteenth through the twentieth centuries, especially of the contacts between these people and European culture and societies and of their relations with colonial and national societies. Areas and cultures will vary; may be repeated with permission of instructor.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4033
|
Stu in African American Hist
|
Issues and developments in African American history from 1619 to present.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4034
|
The New South
|
The legacy of Civil War and Reconstruction; the creation of a new regional identity between Redemption and World War I.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4035
|
Texas And The Borderlands
|
Survey of the history of Texas and the southwestern borderlands from the beginning of European colonization to the present.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4036
|
Colonial America
|
Examines the genesis of American values by tracing the development of colonial institutions such as the family, the church, the school and slavery.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4037
|
The New American Nation
|
Emergence and development of a distinctly American society, politics and national identity.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4038
|
Antebellum America
|
A study of the United States from 1820 to 1860 with special emphasis on social and political developments.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4039
|
The U S West
|
History of Trans-Mississippi West from early 19th century exploration through late 20th century urbanization.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4133
|
Civil War & Reconstruction
|
The experience of Americans from the 1840s to the 1870s; their attempts to reconcile sectional and national identities.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4134
|
Growth Of Industrial America
|
Early growth of industrial capitalism and America's social and political response to it from the Civil War to World War I.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4135
|
U.S., 1919-1945
|
Focus on modernization of life in U.S. and survey of crises of Great Depression and World War II.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4136
|
U.S. Since 1945
|
Focus on U.S. Cold War political history and domestic upheavals of 1960s and 1970s.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4137
|
Studies In Latin Amer History
|
Surveys important issues and regions in Latin America. Variable content. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4138
|
Indigenous & Colonial Latin Am
|
Examines history of Latin America during period of indigenous self-rule and colonial period.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4139
|
Modern Latin America
|
Survey of development of Latin America from 19th century to the present.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4230
|
History of Mexico
|
Survey of history of Mexico from Spanish conquest to the present.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4234
|
U.S. Labor History
|
Major changes in the U.S. economy, production technology, and social movements rooted in workplaces from 19th century to the present.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4236
|
Reel America I
|
Analysis of films and historical materials from the first half of the 20th century. Focus on cultural and social history; may include Women's Studies content.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4237
|
Reel America II
|
Analysis of films and historical material since 1945. Focus on cultural and social history. May include Women's Studies content.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4238
|
Women In American History
|
The psychological, social and economic forces that contributed to the subordinate status of women in American society and an examination of the feminist response. "Women Studies Course."
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4239
|
The Vietnam War in Film
|
Examines the Vietnam War in US film. Consists of class discussion drawn from film, memoirs, popular culture and historical background. Traces intersection of fact and fiction
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4330
|
History Of Feminism
|
A survey of the development of those reform movements and individuals who shaped the growth of feminism in the 19th and 20th century U.S. and the world. May focus on a particular aspect of historical feminism. "Women Studies Course." Topic may vary; may be repeated for credit with instructor's consent.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4333
|
Studies In Non-Western History
|
Surveys selected periods and areas in Asia, the Middle East or Africa. Variable content. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4334
|
Revolutionary Europe
|
The Scientific Revolution and Enlightenment tradition, the French and Industrial Revolutions; the birth of ideologies and state building.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4336
|
Modern Europe
|
An examination of the major developments within European culture, politics, society and thought since 1815.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4338
|
Modern Britain
|
Britain since the Industrial Revolution: the Empire, Victorian and twentieth century society.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4339
|
Holocaust: Hist, Lit & Film
|
Examination of Holocaust from historical, psychological and sociological perspectives.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4438
|
Women In European History
|
The psychological, social and economic forces that contributed to the subordinate status of women in European society and an examination of feminist response. "Women Studies Course."
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4832
|
War and Society
|
Explores nature of combat and home front during war and societal change and cultural remembrance afterward. Course may focus on single major war. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4839
|
Indt Study In History
|
Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director required. Independent study in history. May be taken for 1, 2, or 3 hours of credits.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
4931
|
Selected Topics In Hist
|
Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5031
|
Research & Methds Seminar
|
Research methods and techniques including historiography, bibliography and introduction to primary and secondary sources in political, social, economic, quantitative and public history.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5035
|
Philosophy Of History
|
An examination of significant schools of thought regarding the nature of history and historical change.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5131
|
Studies in Early American Hist
|
Critical examination of major issues and themes in the history of the British North American colonies that became the United States. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with the permission of instructor.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5132
|
The Civil War & Reconstruction
|
American society and politics between the 1850s and the 1870s, emphasizing the end of slavery and the emergence of industrial America.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5133
|
Antebellum America, 1815-1865
|
Examines specific problems and themes in nineteenth century American culture such as changes in family structure, race relations, the status of women and psychology of popular culture. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5134
|
The South Since Reconstruction
|
Examination of specific problems and themes in Southern history following Reconstruction, such as race, class, gender and political and economic development. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5135
|
American Frontiers
|
Critical examination of idea of West as historical place, frontier process and site of national myth from early contact between European and Native American peoples on. Evaluation of parallels to modern frontier of space exploration.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5138
|
Local History Seminar
|
History of local and nearby areas including Harris, Galveston, Fort Bend and Brazoria counties; heavy emphasis on student research into local and regional people, events and institutions. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5232
|
U.S. Social Movements
|
Analysis and comparison of ideology, composition, and social role of such reform movements as abolitionism, civil rights, feminism, labor unions, populism, and socialism. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5233
|
U.S., 1877-1919
|
Topics in transformation of U.S. wrought by immigration and industrialization between end of Reconstruction and demoblilization after World War I. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of the instructor.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5234
|
U.S., 1919-1945
|
Topics in modernization of life in U.S. and crises of the Great Depression and World War II. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5235
|
U.S. Since 1945
|
Topics in contemporary U.S. history and exploration of problems involved in analyzing the very recent past. Topics vary; may be repreated for credit with permission of instructor.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5236
|
Studies In History And Films
|
Such topics as the history of film genres or filmmakers; the use of film as historical evidence; the correlation of films to history. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5237
|
Nazi Cinema & 3rd Reich
|
Exploration of the Third Reich through film and cultural artifact. Film was a medium which preserved old notions of identity, while offering new instruments of consensus building.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5238
|
Weimar Cinema & the Great War
|
Study of selected German films from 1918 to 1931 as contributions to debates about rationality, gender, violence, national identity and the human condition shaped by experiences.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5239
|
The Vietnam War in Film
|
Examines the Vietnam War in US film and cultural artifact. Traces intersection of fact and fiction evident in decades following Vietnam wAR.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5430
|
Studies In Women's History
|
Critical examination of major themes and issues in the history of women. Topics may vary; may be repeated with the permission of the instructor. " Women's Studies Course."
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5431
|
Biography in European History
|
Examination of issues involved in researching and writing biographies of individuals from the European past. Students will read important biographies and write a partial biography.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5432
|
Studies In European Hist
|
Critical examination of major themes in the European past including historiographical analysis. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5433
|
Reformation Europe
|
A seminar which examines the Reformation movement in sixteenth century Europe.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5434
|
Studies in Latin American Hist
|
Critical examination of major issues and themes in Latin American history. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5931
|
Research Topics In History
|
Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
5939
|
Indt Study In History
|
Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director required. Independent study in history.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
6839
|
Master's Project Research
|
Approval of adviser and project director required.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HIST
|
6939
|
Master's Thesis Research
|
Approval of adviser and thesis director required.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
3000
|
3000 Level Health Elective
|
3000 Level Health Elective
|
X
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
3031
|
Health, Emerg Care & First Aid
|
Emergency care for victims of sudden illness or injury; etiology of accidents; current safety concerns and practices. Basic Red Cross and CPR competencies.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
3135
|
Health Promotion Programs
|
The purposes, methods and objectives of health promotion programs in business and industry.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
3136
|
Applied Kinesiology
|
The study of functional anatomy with relevance to the kinesiology of exercise, exercise movements and sports participation.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
3739
|
Undergrad Practicum
|
Prerequisites: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in HLTH 4031, 4032, 4034, 4035. Ten hours of supervised work experience each week in an approved exercise testing laboratory.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
4031
|
Physiology Of Exercise
|
Study of the physiological bases of exercise with emphasis on the adaptation of the systems of the body to stress.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
4032
|
Biomechanics
|
Biomechanical analysis of human motion based on anatomical, physiological and mechanical principles. Role of mechanics in human performance and muscle?skeletal injuries.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
4033
|
Nutrition,Fitns& Weight Contrl
|
Study of the relationship among nutrition, exercise and weight control and their role in health and performance. Techniques for dietary analysis.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
4034
|
Prin Of Physical Fitness
|
Role of exercise in the development of health and fitness. Techniques for exercise prescription, injury prevention, strength, cardiovascular endurance and flexibility. Laboratory participation required.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
4035
|
Seminar In Sports Medicine
|
Approaches to injury prevention by conditioning and utilization of proper equipment. Diagnosis and rehabilitation of common sports injuries. Laboratory exercises
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
4036
|
Health Psychology
|
The biopsychosocial approach to health, illness and medical care with special attention given to health problems and issues having a major behavioral component including stress.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
4037
|
Peak Performance
|
How to improve performance by enhancing strength, flexibility, speed, power, agility and coordination. Varying content. May be repeated for credit with permission of the instructor.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
4038
|
Resistive Exer: Theo. & Prac.
|
Laboratory and lecture activities relating to appropriate training techniques for traditional, Olympic and rehabilitative strength exercises. The development of advanced periodization models.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
4334
|
Womens's Health
|
Survey of current issues in women's health and fitness using a life-span perspective. "Women's Studies Course."
|
X
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
4739
|
Internship
|
Prerequisites: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in HLTH 3739, 4031, 4032, 4034, 4035. Work-related learning experience in the application of exercise health promotion programs to teaching, clinical or research activities. Permission of instructor required.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
4839
|
Indt Study In Health
|
Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director required. Individual projects and activities in development of skills related to health.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
4931
|
Selected Topics In Health
|
Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
5131
|
Applied Exercise Physiology
|
Neuromuscular function: lecture, discussion and lab experience dealing with the impact of acute and chronic exercise on the neuromuscular system. Emphasis upon responses to various strength training procedures.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
5132
|
Applied Exercise Physiology
|
Cardiopulmonary function: Attention is focused on cardiopulmonary adaptations to acute exercise as well as adaptations associated with regular exercise training. Emphasis upon responses to aerobic training procedures.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
5133
|
Sports Nutrition
|
Cardiopulmonary function: Attention is focused on cardiopulmonary adaptations to acute exercise as well as adaptations associated with regular exercise training.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
5231
|
Tech In Human Perf
|
Prerequisite: HLTH 4033 Nutrition, Fitness and Weight Control. Study of the effect of nutrition on sports performances and personal health.
|
Offered
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
5332
|
Health Risk Reduction
|
Identification and control of risk factors associated with human wellness. Emphasis on cardiovascular disease and the development of a healthy lifestyle.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
5333
|
Organizational Wellness
|
The purposes, methods and objectives of wellness programs in the public and private sector.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
5334
|
Women's Health Issues
|
Current issues and research in women's health and fitness using a life-span perspective; topics may include eating disorders, reproductive health and doctor-patient communication. "Women's Studies Course."
|
X
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
5335
|
Exer Prin Special Populations
|
Exploration of relationships among special populations, their respective pathologies and how physical activity may influence their physical function.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
5931
|
Research Topics In Health
|
Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HLTH
|
5939
|
Indt Study In Hlth
|
Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director required. Independent study in health.
|
X
|
N/A
|
HLTH
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6032
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Adv Sem In Sports Med
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Discussion of current research issues in cardiopulmonary, metabolic, environment and bio?mechanical factors related to sports medicine. (Crosslisted with HLTH 4035).
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X
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N/A
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HLTH
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6033
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Lab Techniques & Res Design
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Concepts and methodology related to performing exercise science research. Examination of the various statistical methods and testing procedures utilized in exercise science research.
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X
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N/A
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HLTH
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6034
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Sem Exercise, Nutrin,&Wgt Ctrl
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Study of the problem of obesity and malnourishment. Current research on influence of genetics, eating behavior and activity patterns upon nutrition and weight control.
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X
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N/A
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HLTH
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6035
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Stats In Exercise Science
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Application of statistical processes commonly used in exercise science research.
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Offered
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N/A
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HLTH
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6037
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Adv Sem in Peak Performance
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How to improve performance by enhancing strength, flexibility, speed, power, agility and coordination. Varying content. May be repeated for credit with permission of the instructor.
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X
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N/A
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HLTH
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6739
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Graduate Internship
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Prerequisite: 24 hours of graduate-level course work and approval of internship coordinator. Minimum of two days a week in an approved setting. Written report required. Arrangements for internship should be completed by preregistration.
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Offered
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N/A
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HLTH
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6839
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Master's Project Research
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Approval of adviser and project director required.
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X
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N/A
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HLTH
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6939
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Master's Thesis Research
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Approval of adviser and thesis director required.
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X
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N/A
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HUMN
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3031
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Basic Texts Wstrn Tradition I
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The synthesis and continuity of Biblical, Greek, Roman and Medieval European roots of Western culture to the Reformation, Hebrew Testament, Homer, Plato, Aristotle, Virgil, New Testament, St. Augustine, Dante, Aquinas, Luther and Calvin.
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Offered
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N/A
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HUMN
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3033
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Basic Texts Wstrn Tradition II
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Major dynamics of Western culture since the Renaissance. Reformation and the rise of science. Authors such as Galileo, Luther, Shakespeare, Voltaire, Darwin, Marx, Freud and Sartre
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Offered
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N/A
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HUMN
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3034
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Arts & The Child
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Exploration of visual art, theatre, music and dance as they relate to children's aesthetic growth.
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X
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N/A
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HUMN
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3035
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Basic Texts III Non-West Trad
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Touchstones of literature and art from non-western cultures such as those of Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Native America.
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Offered
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N/A
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HUMN
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4038
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Intro To Women's Studies
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General information on the wide range of issues related to the status of women. "Women's Studies Course." (Crosslisted with PSYC 4038,SOCI 4038, WMST 4038).
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X
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N/A
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HUMN
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4236
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Studies in Film
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In-depth analysis of film texts from a topical, generic, historical or theoretical perspective. Topics vary. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.
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X
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N/A
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HUMN
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4732
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Seminar In Women's Studies
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Prerequisite: Any previous Women's Studies course. An advanced course in Women's Studies, designed to acquaint the student with contemporary issues in feminist scholarship across the disciplines. (Crosslisted with HUMN 5732, PSYC 4732, PSYC 5732).
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Offered
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N/A
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HUMN
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4739
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Internship
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A supervised onsite internship in an approved setting. Permission of instructor.
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X
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N/A
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HUMN
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4839
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Indt Study In Humanities
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Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director required. Independent study in Humanities.
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X
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N/A
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HUMN
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4915
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Cooperative Education
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Educational paid work assignment by a student in the field of his or her career interest and course of study. Academic supervision and a report required.
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X
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N/A
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HUMN
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4931
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Selected Topics In Humanties
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Identified by a specific title each time the course is offered.
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Offered
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N/A
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HUMN
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5031
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Texts And Images I
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Touchstones of literature and art from ancient times through the Middle Ages. Artists and works such as: Epic of Gilgamesh, Homer, Plato, Virgil, the Bible; Mesopotamian art, classical Greek sculpture, the Parthenon; Dante, Petrarch.
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Offered
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N/A
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HUMN
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5033
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Texts And Images II
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Touchstones of literature and art from European Renaissance to contemporary times. Artists and works such as: Rousseau, Goethe, Wordsworth, Austen, Dostoevski, Borges, Proust, Joyce; Gainsborough, Hogarth, Goya, Manet, Cezanne, Picasso, Matisse, Rothko, Warhol.
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X
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