May 06, 2024  
2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS


 

Other Courses

  
  • PBH 101 - Introduction to Public Health


    Provides an overview of public health which cuts across fields of politics, economics, communication, sociology, history and healthcare. From the black plague to the bird flu; smog to nuclear waste, the interdisciplinary nature of public health is explored through literature,film, television, and electronic and print media. Learn how epidemiologists investigate everything from the common bug to global epidemics. Approaches to improve health through education, advocacy, and legislation will be reviewed in relation to the continually evolving challenges in public health.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Code: R.

    Credits: 3
  
  • PBH 102 - Global Health


    This survey course will introduce major contemporary issues and challenges of global health with an interprofessional perspective and biosocial approach. It is open to students from all disciplines. Students will examine global disease burden and distribution, health determinants and disparities, health policy, and the challenges and outcomes of global health interventions. Key global health theme

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Code: B. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3

Academic Support

  
  • ACS 100 - College Reading and Study Skills


    This course is designed to equip students with the tools and strategies that will enable them to become independent readers and learners. Students will be active participants in their own literacy learning, shaping what they learn and how they will learn it. These college-level reading and study skill approaches will be applied to a discipline-based course during this experience.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Normal Offering Cycle: Summer

    Credits: 0
  
  • ACS 101 - Academic and College Success


    Students will develop the skills necessary for successful transition to Nazareth College. Topics explored include those in the areas of self-knowledge, interpersonal communication, personal responsibility and decision making, and management of the college life. This course is a co-requisite of the three-credit seminar-style core course designed specifically for first year students.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 1
  
  • CPW 090 - Core Curriculum and Portfolio@Naz Orientation Workshop


    A one-time workshop that explains the components of new Core, (including how to choose your Integrative Studies question and courses, and experiential learning) and the e-portfolio (P@N). The workshop is designed especially for transfer students, but students who did not successfully complete ACS 101 can take this to satisfy this core requirement.

    Credits: 0

Accounting

  
  • ACT 209 - Principles of Accounting I


    This course introduces the student to accounting as the means of recording and interpreting financial information. Topics include the rules of debit and credit, income measurement, financial statement preparation, cash, receivables, and inventory.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: AB. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACT 210 - Principles of Accounting II


    This course is a continuation of ACT 209. Topics include liabilities, partnerships, stockholders equity and the Statement of Cash Flows.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: AB. Prereq: ACT 209. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACT 264 - Managerial Uses of Accounting Information


    This course provides a foundation in corporate financial decision-making, capital budgeting, financial planning and analysis. Topics include cost concepts and behaviors, decisions regarding production, the corporate environment and the time value of money.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: B. Prereq: ACT*209. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACT 341 - Federal Income Tax


    In this course, students will acquire a working knowledge of the principles of federal income taxation for individuals. Topics include the basic tax formula, deductions, exclusions, exemptions, preparation of Schedule C, tax planning and analysis, depreciation and AMT. Students will also learn how to research tax issues using a tax research database.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: ACT*210. Normal Offering Cycle: Variable

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACT 342 - Corporate Tax Accounting


    A survey of federal income tax as it relates to corporations, partnerships, estates and trusts.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: AC. Prereq: ACT 341. Normal Offering Cycle: Variable

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACT 343 - Cost Accounting


    An introduction to the theory and techniques used by management accountants for the planning and controlling of operations. Topics include product costing, budgeting and cost volume profit analysis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: AC. Prereq: ACT*209. Normal Offering Cycle: Variable

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACT 345 - Intermediate Accounting I


    This course covers accounting theory as the basis for the preparation of financial statements, which are covered in depth. Topics also include cash, receivables and inventories.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: ACT*210 with a C or higher. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACT 346 - Intermediate Accounting II


    This course is a continuation of ACT 345. Topics include plant assets, liabilities, equity, investments, taxes, leases and pensions.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: A. Prereq: ACT 345 with a C or higher. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACT 349 - Corporate Finance


    An introduction to the theory and techniques used by financial managers for decision making. Topics will include risk and return, cash flow, capital budgeting and cost of capital.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: AB. Prereq: ACT*209. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACT 350 - Not-For-Profit Acct


    This course covers the unique features of governmental and not-for-profit accounting. The student will learn how governments and not-for-profits differ from businesses and how the differences affect financial reporting. Topics include colleges, hospitals and general purpose governments.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: ACT*345. Normal Offering Cycle: Variable

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACT 357 - Forensic Accounting


    Forensic accounting is the practice of utilizing accounting, auditing, and investigative skills to assist in legal matters. It encompasses 2 main areas - litigation support, investigation, and dispute resolution.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: B. Prereq: ACT 209, 210. Normal Offering Cycle: Variable

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACT 447 - Auditing


    This is a course in auditing concepts, standards, and procedures which are used in accumulating evidence necessary to formulate an opinion on the fairness of financial statements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: AC. Prereq: ACT 346 With a C or higher. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACT 448 - Advanced Accounting


    This course covers the basics of partnership accounting, branch accounting and corporate combinations and consolidations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: AC. Prereq: ACT 346 With a C or higher. Normal Offering Cycle: Variable

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACT 483 - Accounting Internship I


    Part-time (8-16 hours per week) work experience with a local business or organization plus periodic seminars and academic assignments. Selection process for internships is competitive.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: Junior or Senior standing with GPA 2.5 or better. Experiential Learning course. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring, Fall, Summer

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACT 484 - Accounting Internship II


    Part-time (8-16 hours per week) work experience with a local business or organization plus periodic seminars and academic assignments. Selection process for internships is competitive.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: Junior or Senior standing with GPA 2.5 or better. Experiential Learning course. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring, Fall, Summer

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACT 499 - Accounting Comprehensive


    Only S/U Grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: AF. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 0

American Studies

  
  • AMS 340 - Bibliographic Methods for American Studies


    This course examines some of the cultural criticism by American Studies scholars so that students may understand and develop skills needed to do interdisciplinary research. The topic/theme may vary from semester to semester. Required for all majors.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: AF.

    Credits: 1
  
  • AMS 440 - American Studies Seminar


    Senior experience integrating the methods and materials of the major which by definition is interdisciplinary. The topic of the seminar varies from year to year. Particular attention is given to social and cultural aspects of the study.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: AFR.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AMS 499 - American Studies Comprehensive


    Majors select a specific theme or period in American Studies e.g. Gilded Age; Women in the Civil War; Reform Spirit in America. They write a paper on the selected topic or design lesson plans, incorporating ideas from the various areas of study-comparing, contrasting, evaluating.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: AF.

    Credits: 0

Anthropology (ANT.Q courses listed separately)

  
  • ANT 102 - Introduction to Physical Anthropology and Archeology


    This course provides a broad introduction to the principle concepts and methods of archaeology and physical anthropology with a specific emphasis on the development of archaeological theories and methodologies in the study of material remains left by previous civilizations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: ABR.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 310G - PII Ethnobotany


    (Perspectives II Global course) An interdisciplinary, service learing course that focuses on how people incorporate the use of plants into their cultures. The course integrates botanical studies with cultural anthropological aspects of plant use including indigenous cultures’ world views and how these impact healing practices, spiritual practices, and biological conservation with regard to plants.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: Any PI or P-EQ in Social Science. Any PI or P-EQ in Natural Science. Multicultural Studies Minor Course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 313G - PII Gender and Society


    (Perspectives II Global course) Examines the social construction of gender relations in human societies. Through analysis of the processes and practices by which women and men are made and make themselves, the course explores what gender is and what it is not; how the meaning and practice of gender vary from culture to culture, within any culture over time, and over the life course of individual men and women.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: ANT*101G or SOC*101. Cross-listed with SOC*313G. International Studies course. Women and Gender Studies course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 316G - Anthropology of Development


    (Global course) The social correlates of change from pre to post industrial revolution technology. Comparative material will be emphasized.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. International Studies course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 318G - PII Cultural and Social Change


    (Perspectives II Global course) Study of types of cultural and social change and the ways in which change is defined and investigated by social scientists.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: ABR. Prereq: Any PI or P-EQ in Social Science. International Studies course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 319G - PII Native American People/Culture


    (Perspectives II Global course) This course explores Native American peoples and cultures. It emphasizes the diversity and persistence of Native American cultures, past and present; examines contemporary issues facing Native American people: and explores the relationships between Native American and Non-Native American peoples and cultures.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: Any PI or P-EQ in Social Science or History Multicultural Studies Minor course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 320G - PII Peoples and Cultures of Africa


    (Perspectives II Global course) An examination of the cultures of Africa from the prehistoric period to the present. Overview of the geography and history, and key socioeconomic and political structures of the continent in the pre-colonial, colonial and post-colonial periods. Emphasis on the historical, political, economic, and cultural ties between the peoples of Africa and the rest of the world.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: Any one of the following: ANT*101G ANT*102 ECO*101 SOC*101 PSC*101 or PSC*312 or permission of the instructor Multicultural Studies Minor course. International Studies course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 322G - PII Religion and Ritual in Africa


    (Perspectives II Global course) Examines religion, ritual, and worldview in Africa, with a focus on the philosophies and practices of indigenous religions, as well as the history and practices of Christianity and Islam in the continent. Other topics include magic and healing, sorcery and witchcraft, and rites of transition.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: Any PI or P-EQ in Social Science Or Religious Studies Cross-listed with RES 364G.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 326G - PII Anthropology of Religion in South Asia


    (Perspectives II Global course) This course is an exploration of the major living religious traditions of South Asia - Buddhism, Hinduism and Islam. Drawing from the disciplines of anthropology and religious studies, the course will emphasize the specificity of religious beliefs and practices in this region, as well as among South Asian diaspora communities.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: Any PI or P-EQ in Social Science or Religious Studies Cross-listed with RES 326G. Asian Studies course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 330G - PII Anthropology of Dance


    (Perspectives II Global course) Understanding dance as a cultural text through a study of the moving body as a site of knowledge, cultural expression, and political protest, students learn to analyze how dance movement represents the cultural constructions gender, sexuality, race and nationality in dances from India, Argentina, Cuba, Canada and the United States.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: ANT101G, ANT102, SOC101, RES101, RES103G, RES104, THA120, or THA125 Cross-listed with THA 333G. Women and Gender Studies course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 336 - Anthropology of Terrorism


    Exploration of the experiences and meaning-making power of terrorism as a social, cultural, and political construct; study of theoretical and practical explanations of why the concept and language of terrorism is important to the making of national and individual identities.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: Any PI in Social Science.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 338 - Linguistic Anthropology


    An introduction to the study of the human ability to produce and comprehend language, properties of human languages and to their systematic study in the field of linguistics and communication. This course considers how the study of language helps us understand human prehistory as well as cultural and social factors involved in the use of language and communication. This course is also a basic introduction to the field of linguistic anthropology with special emphasis on language as a basic component of human culture and offers an overview of what the study of language contributes to our understanding of human communication.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereqs: ANT 101 or ANT 102 (ENGW 101 & 102 or equivalent) Cross-listed with COMM 352.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 339G - PII Love in Action


    (Perspectives II Global course) This course explores multicultural perspectives and attitudes about love as a way of knowing and as a way of being. Students will engage in an anthropological analysis of love in the contexts of romance, marriage, popular cultures and in the practice of non-violent social change.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: Any PI or P-EQ in Social Science. Women and Gender Studies course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 341 - Special Topics in Anthropology


    Specific topic varies by semester reflecting interests of students and instructor.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: Any PI in Social Science. Special/Selected Topic.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 342G - PII Cultural Study in Kenya


    (Perspectives II Global course) PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR ONLY. This is a 3-week study in Kenya that examines the contemporary socioeconomic and cultural experiences of the African citizenry within the context of the increased global interconnectedness that is evidenced in Africa today. Taking a broad, survey approach, this course will expose students to the daily life experiences of Kenyans in a wide variety of contexts. Students will visit with Kenyans in their homes, workplaces, schools, health facilities, tourist attractions, and other public spaces. In these visits, students will learn about family life (through staying with families), subsistence and commercial level agricultural production and processing, education at the K-12 level and above, health, and tourism. The course will use concepts and methods developed by the anthropology of globalization studies to analyze the readings, observations, and experiences of the students in Kenya.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereqs: Any PI or P-EQ in ANT. PI or P-EQ in HIS. PI or P-EQ in RES.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 343G - PII Cultural Contexts of Education: Local and Global Perspectives


    (Perspectives II Global course) This course develops an understanding of how the concept of culture is understood and transmitted within schools. The course provides a foundational knowledge of cultural transmission theories and their impact on schools and learning.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereqs: Any PI or P-EQ in Social Science Cross listed with SPF*343G. Experiential Learning course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 380 - Food & Culture


    This course explores multicultural perspectives on food choices and eating habits that inform cultural analyses of food. Students engage anthropological theories and methodologies to analyze cultural responses and resistance to impacts of globalization on food production and consumption practices. We’ll be cooking in class and food adventuring” at local restaurants!”

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 432G - PII Refugee Resettlement and Adaptation


    (Perspectives II Global course) This is a service learning course on the sociocultural processes and impacts of population displacement and the resettlement of refugees. In collaboration with area agencies, students work with newly resettled refugee families in Rochester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: Any PI or P-EQ in Social Science. Experiential Learning course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 444 - Senior Seminar


    Analysis of selected anthropological issues through integration of theoretical and substantive material and synthesis of liberal arts perspectives. Emphasis on discussion and student participation. Prerequisite: 15 hours in anthropology.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R. Prereq: 15 hours in Anthropology.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 483 - Anthropology Internship


    Supervised field placement designed to provide experience and expertise in anthropology.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Experiential Learning course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 485 - Independent Study


    Intensive reading and study in an area of anthropology of interest and concern to the student. Majors only, with the consent of instructor.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 486 - Independent Study


    Intensive reading and study in an area of anthropology of interest and concern to the student. Majors only, with the consent of instructor.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ANT 499 - Anthropology Comprehensive


    Only S/U Grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    -

    Credits: 0
  
  • ANT.Q 101 - Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology


    (Perspectives Enduring Questions) What are the intersections of globalization and culture? How might cultural diversity support a just and peaceful world? This course examines these questions by studying how anthropologists analyze underlying patterns of human interactions. We will study the diverse cultural practies that inform constructions of identity, political conflict, and social justice.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: ABR. This P-EQ course counts as a PI and G course. May also be offered as ANT.F*101, which has the same course content but is taught as a seminar for First Year students.

    Credits: 3

Arabic

  
  • ARB 101 - Elementary Arabic I


    Beginning level work in the language. Practice in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Introduction to the basic vocabulary, expressions and structures of Arabic and to the culture of the Arabic-speaking countries. Emphasis on the development of language proficiency at the elementary level according to the ACTFL guidelines

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Additional course fee required. Chair permission only. International Studies course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARB 101L - Lab for Elementary Arabic I


    -

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BCR. Consultation with dept required. This course requires lab attendance for a minimum of 3 hrs per week.

    Credits: 1
  
  • ARB 102 - Elementary Arabic II


    Beginning level work in the language. Practice in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Introduction to the basic vocabulary, expressions and structures of Arabic and to the culture of Arabic-speaking countries. Emphasis on the development of language proficiency at the elementary level according to the ACTFL guidelines

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Additional course fee required. International Studies course. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARB 102L - Lab for Elementary Arabic II


    -

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BCR. Consultation with dept required. This course requires lab attendance for a minimum of 3 hrs per week.

    Credits: 1
  
  • ARB 103 - Intermediate Arabic I


    Intermediate-level work in the language, adding more extensive practice in the four basic language skills. Emphasis on the expansion of basic vocabulary, expressions and structures of Arabic with further insights into the culture of Arabic-speaking countries. Development of language proficiency at the intermediate level according to the ACTFL guidelines

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: ARB 102. Additional course fee required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARB 103L - Lab for Intermediate Arabic I


    -

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BCR. Consultation with dept required. This course requires lab attendance for a minimum of 3 hrs per week.

    Credits: 1
  
  • ARB 104 - Intermediate Arabic II


    Intermediate-level work in the language, adding more extensive practice in the four basic language skills. Emphasis on the expansion of basic vocabulary, expressions and structures of Arabic with further insights into the culture of Arabic-speaking countries. Development of language proficiency at the intermediate level according to the ACTFL guidelines

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: ARB 103. Additional course fee required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARB 104L - Lab for Intermediate Arabic II


    -

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BCR. Consultation with dept required. This course requires lab attendance for a minimum of 3 hrs per week.

    Credits: 1
  
  • ARB 485 - Independent Study


    By invitation of the department. Special literary or linguistic problems under the direction of a member of the language staff.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R.

    Credits: 1 to 3

Art

  
  • ART 101 - 2D Design


    Study of and experimentation with the basic elements and principles of visual design in a sequence of two-dimensional problems.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: ACS. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 102 - 3D Design


    Study of and experimentation with the basic elements and principles of design in a sequence of three-dimensional problems.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: ACS. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 106 - Drawing I


    A study of fundamental pictorial concepts of drawing. Experimentation with varied technical means and media directed toward both descriptive and expressive ends.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: ACS. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 107 - Drawing II


    A study of fundamental pictorial concepts of drawing. Experimentation with various technical means and media directed toward both descriptive and expressive ends.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: ACS. Prereq: ART*106 or permission of instructor. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 201 - Intro to Digital Video/New Media


    An introduction to the basics of video production and new media. Topics of discussion will include the theory and practice of documentary, experimental and narrative forms. Students will complete short projects in each of these areas. The course will also include a look at historical and contemporary examples in film, video and new media.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BHS. Additional course fee required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 204 - Visual Strategies - Studio Art for Non-Majors


    Non-art majors will explore different media and technical processes, as well as learning aspects of design theory. The focus is creative process - how ideas are generated and developed; how the act of making is integral to the concept; how design elements create visual language; how concepts connect to other disciplines and exist within a cultural context.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: NR. Prereq: any P(EQ). Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 206 - Figure Drawing I


    Anatomically-based study of the human form. Students will learn the mechanics of human anatomy by learning to identify the bones and muscles, as well as how the physiology is affected in various poses.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART*101 ART*106 ART*107. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 207 - Figure Drawing II


    Anatomically-based study of the human form. Students will learn the mechanics of human anatomy by learning to identify the bones and muscles, as well as how the physiology is affected in various poses.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART*101 ART*106 ART*107. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 211 - Painting I


    An introduction to acrylic paint and associated issues in the contemporary world of art. Painting exercises designed to encourage technique experimentation as well as skill building and accurate seeing. Direction in color and value relationships, with an emphasis on concept and personal direction.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 212 - Painting II


    Additional creative exploration in acrylics constructed to build students’ understanding of the issues and purpose of art in contemporary culture. Expanded freedom to develop personal style, philosophy and furthered self-expression.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART*211. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 213 - Watercolor I


    Experimentation with various styles/techniques of transparent watercolor. Color theory, composition, content, idea development and historical background emphasized.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART 106, ART 107. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 214 - Watercolor II


    Experimentation with various styles/techniques of transparent watercolor. Color theory, composition, content, idea development and historical background emphasized.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART 101, ART 102, ART 206. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 216 - Printmaking: Relief


    Introduction to relief printmaking, including linoleum cuts, woodcuts, monotypes, collographs and color processes, using traditional and contemporary techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring, Fall, Summer

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 217 - Printmaking: Etching and Intaglio


    Introduction to intaglio printing, including etching, dry point, collograph, monotype and color processes, using traditional and contemporary techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 221 - Photography I


    A study of basic photographic processes, camera and darkroom, and experimentation with picture-making as a descriptive and expressive art form. A manual 35mm camera is required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 3 to 4
  
  • ART 222 - Photography II


    Intermediate level designed to expand the student’s awareness of photography as expressive art form.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART*221. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 226 - Sculpture I


    Experimentation with traditional and contemporary approaches to sculpture, including carving, modeling, casting and construction techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 227 - Sculpture II


    Experimentation with traditional and contemporary approaches to sculpture, including carving, modeling, casting and construction techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 231 - Ceramics: Introduction to Handbuilding


    Experimentation with various hand building techniques. Exploration of functional and sculptural statements in clay. Experience in glaze application and kiln loading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 232 - Ceramics: Introduction to Wheel Throwing


    This beginning level class teaches the basics of wheel throwing, trimming and glazing functional pottery. Instructor will provide step by step instruction and demonstration to help students create clay objects on the Potters Wheel. Included will be an introduction to glaze application and kiln firing procedures.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BS. Additional course and materials fees. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 233 - Ceramics: Raku I


    Raku firing is one of the most exciting ceramic processes. Students will create ceramic pieces that explore the aesthetics, history, traditions and ceremonies surrounding Japanese ceramics. As well as, gain a hands on appreciation for the traditions of Raku in the contemporary art world.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BS. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Summer

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 234 - Ceramics Raku II


    Experience in the technique and aesthetics of raku-fired ceramics. Philosophical and historical background.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Summer

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 241 - Jewelry and Metalsmithing I


    Introduction to basic jewelry fabrication and elemental metal forming as employed in the design of jewelry and other metal objects. Emphasis on conceptual process and contemporary fine arts crafts.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereqs: ART 102 or instructor approval. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 242 - Jewelry and Metalsmithing II


    Introduction to centrifugal casting. Exploration of basic raising and shell structure techniques as well as concepts in historical and contemporary metalwork. Emphasis on conceptual process and contemporary fine arts crafts.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART*241. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 255 - Digital Photography


    Studies in electronic image processing, imaging and art making, using still photographic image with Photoshop for digital image synthesis and collage. Areas of concern include: color, collage, image manipulation and drawing as well as the technical skills necessary for using computers, software and digital camera.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Additional course fee required. Prereq: ART*221 ART*154. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 258 - Animation Fundamentals


    Introduction to methods and techniques of animation, as well as a study of experimental animation film through lectures and labs. Hands-on work with object, sand, line and clay animation, among others. Students will develop projects of their own design resulting in a completed sample reel of work placed online.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CSB. Additional course fee required. Prereqs: ART 101 or instructor approval.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 260 - Illustration I


    Introduction to Editorial and Advertising Illustration. Real assignments with active Art Direction to assist in the practice of visual communication. Emphasis on the development of visual idea from thumbnail to finish. Technique and style as well as concept exploration practiced. Exploration of media, visualization and an emphasis on portfolio building.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART 101, ART 106 or instructor approval. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 261 - Illustration II


    Continues creative problem solving of real world assignments, encouraging development of personal style including conceptualization techniques, color relativity, line quality and chiaroscuro. Wide ranging overview of Commercial Art venues in search of appropriate personal solutions to engage the viewer.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Additional course fee required. Prereq: ART*260. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 306 - Advanced Drawing I


    Media and style with an emphasis on developing personal imagery. Projects assigned with student input, resulting in finished art works. Contemporary drawing history included.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART*101 ART*102 ART*106. Additional course fee required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 307 - Advanced Drawing II


    Media and style with an emphasis on developing personal imagery. Projects assigned with student input, resulting in finished art works. Contemporary drawing history included.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: ART*101 ART*102 ART*106. Additional course fee required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 311 - Advanced Painting I


    Exploration of more advanced ideas and technical means in acrylics concentration on individual problems related to areas of special interest.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART*211 or ART*212. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 312 - Advanced Painting II


    Exploration of more advanced ideas and technical means in acrylics concentration on advanced individual problems related to areas of special interest.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART 311. Additional course fee required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 313 - Advanced Watercolor


    Advanced exploration of various styles/techniques of paint application. Contemporary design and personal creativity are combined with historical background.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART 214. Additional course fee required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 316 - Printmaking: Lithography


    A study of and experimentation with the lithographic process. Problems will involve the aesthetics of printmaking as a 20th century form.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART*216 or ART*217. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 317 - Advanced Printmaking I


    Advanced work in one or more of the previous printmaking areas.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART*216 ART*217 or ART*316. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 318 - Advanced Printmaking II


    Advanced work in one or more of the previous printmaking areas.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART 216, ART 217 or ART 316. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 321 - Advanced Photography I


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    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART 222 or ART 255. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 322 - Advanced Photography II


    Advanced work in one or more of the previous photography areas.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART 321. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 326 - Advanced Sculpture I


    Studio problems involving experimentation with ideas and techniques for sculpture in a variety of materials.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART 227. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 327 - Advanced Sculpture II


    Studio problems involving experimentation with ideas and techniques for sculpture in a variety of materials with an emphasis on development of personal and aesthetic and direction.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART 326. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 331 - Advanced Ceramics I


    Further exploration and experimentation with various aspects of ceramics. Glaze and clay formulation. Study of kiln design and firing procedure with an emphasis on development of personal and aesthetic and direction.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Code: CS. Prereq: ART*231 ART*232. Additional course fee required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 332 - Advanced Ceramics II


    Further exploration and experimentation with various aspects of ceramics. Glaze and clay formulation. Study of kiln design and firing procedure with an emphasis on development of personal and aesthetic and direction.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART 331. Additional course fee required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 341 - Advanced Jewelry and Metalsmithing I


    Introduction to gemstone setting, tool-making, chasing and repousse. Emphasis on design integration of form and surface as well as development of personal aesthetic and direction.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: CS. Prereq: ART*242. Additional course fee required. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
 

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