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MU 342 - Topics in Music Business
Topics in Music Business will introduce students to the business aspects of the music industry including profit and non-profit arts organizations, grant writing, fund-raising, management, concert production, and the recording industry. Area arts professionals will be invited as guest lecturers. Students will create a mock organization and develop all aspects of the business for a final project.
Credits: 2
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-0)
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MU 343 - Technology & Music Industry
Student musicians will be made aware of current technology by receiving hands-on instruction in topics such as sound reinforcement, recording, editing, MIDI, composition tools, web development and computer teaching aids. The material will be approached from many points of view so that the students involved will become more adept at using music technology.
Prerequisites: MU 229
Credits: 2
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-0)
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MU 349 - Conducting I
A course in basic instrumental and choral conducting including baton technique, score reading, and various cueing and rhythmic aspects concerned with ensemble control. Piano proficiency requirement.
Prerequisites: MU 129
Credits: 2
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-0)
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MU 350 - Conducting II
Continuation of Conducting I. Conducting techniques in addition to directing larger musical scores and advanced techniques.
Prerequisites: MU 349
Credits: 2
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-0)
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MU 358 - Piano Pedagogy and Literature
Students will study method books, pedagogical philosophies, approaches to teaching various ages and levels, and the business of studio development. Thorough listening and score analysis will also be included.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-0)
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MU 360 - Advanced Musicianship
This course is designed to improve listening, error detection, sightreading and musicianship. Musicians must have a well-developed ear to study scores and teach. Each week the course will focus on an aspect of musicianship. Classes will include sight-reading, dictation, intervals, and strategies for listening. Special attention will be given to requirements for sophomore proficiency and admittance into student teaching.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-0)
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MU 409A - Appl Music - Piano
Credits: 1 to 2
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MU 409B - Appl Music - Voice
Credits: 1 to 2
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MU 409C - Appl Music - Brass
Credits: 1 to 2
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MU 409D - Appl Music - Woodwind
Credits: 1 to 2
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MU 409E - Appl Music - Percussion
Credits: 1 to 2
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MU 409F - Appl Music - Strings
Credits: 1 to 2
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MU 409G - Appl Music - Guitar
Credits: 1 to 2
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MU 409H - Applied Music - Organ
Credits: 1
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MU 409J - Appl Music - Jazz
Credits: 1
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MU 415 - Lit/Converstn:Writ About Music
The purpose of this course is to help students develop an understanding of what constitutes literacy within the discipline of music, and to integrate critical analysis with writing and creative performance. Students will be required to read and discuss examples of scholarly writing that will include program notes, journal articles, grant proposals, and concert reviews. They will then be required to practice and refine their own writing skills using these formal models. The process will include multiple drafts and extensive feedback as well as individual guidance and instruction. The course will fulfill the Group W Writing requirement for music majors.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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MU 423 - Orchestration
A technology-based course designed to equip Music majors with the skills and techniques necessary for arranging for instrumental ensembles. Piano proficiency requirement.
Prerequisites: MU 229
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-0)
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MU 436 - Jazz Arranging
This course is designed for the student majoring in Jazz Studies. Specific arranging techniques for small combos and big band styles will be explored, culminating in live performance of student compositions.
Prerequisites: MU 423
Credits: 2
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-0)
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MU 496 - Senior Seminar
Advanced study and research in music and musical performance. The student will prepare and perform a senior recital approved by the applied area instructor and the department chair.
Credits: 2
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-0)
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MU 499 - Independent Study
Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Topic and format must be approved by the Department Chair and Dean.
Credits: 1 to 6
Hours: 50 contact hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.
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PE 1110 - Aquacize
Aquacize is a fun 45-minute exercise activity class performed to music that is designed to enhance the student’s cardiovascular endurance, strength and flexibility. Basic aquatic fitness concepts and techniques will also be presented.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1120 - Swimming - Beginning
The course will introduce the student to techniques required to swim a number of basic strokes. Steps will be taken to set aside the fear of water and introduce the student to safety procedures.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1121 - Swimming - Intermediate
This course is designed to improve your skill and fitness through a series of varied swim instruction sessions, practice and workouts.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1122 - Swimming for Fitness
Swimming for fitness is a fun aquatic activity class designed to enhance the student’s cardiorespiratory endurance, strength, and flexibility while moving through water. Students will learn various aquatic training techniques that can be used to improve or maintain their current level of physical fitness.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1216 - Social Dance
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic steps, turns, etiquette, music, rhythm and style of social dance.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1310 - Fitness - Circuit Training
A course designed to develop cardiovascular fitness levels via walking, running, circuit training, rope jumping, interval training, plyometrics, swimming and other exercises.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1315 - Stretching for Flexibility
This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the principles of stretching for full body flexibility and active participation in a total body personalized stretching program.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1330 - Fitness - Running
The course will provide the student with introductory concepts of an aerobic running exercise program to satisfy their individual fitness and activity needs.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1350 - Fitness - Step Aerobics
A 45-minute exercise class performed to music that is designed to enhance the student’s cardiovascular endurance, strength and flexibility. Basic aerobic conditioning and fitness techniques will also be presented.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1360 - Fitness - Triathlon Training
This course is designed to instruct students in the basics of triathlon training and competing.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1370 - Fitness - Walking
The course will provide the student with introductory concepts of an aerobic walking program to satisfy their individual fitness and activity needs.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1380 - Fitness - Weight Training
The course will provide the student with knowledge of current strength training techniques applied to personnel fitness goals and methods to build an appropriate weight training program to satisfy their individual needs.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1390 - Fitness - Yoga
To explore the practice of Hatha Yoga at a beginning level and cultivate the balance between flexibility, strength, and endurance in body, mind, and spirit.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1391 - Fitness - Intermediate Yoga
To explore the practice of Hatha Yoga at an intermediate level and cultivate the balance between flexibility, strength, and endurance in body, mind, and spirit. Instructor permission is required.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1410 - Backpacking & Camping
The course will provide the student with basic campcraft skills (camp selection, hygiene, cooking, stoves, leave no trace (LNT) principles, shelters), hiking, route finding, map and compass skills, and safety and equipment review. Students must also be able to hike with a 45 lb. pack up to 6 miles/day.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1422 - Desert Mountain Biking
This course covers basic to mid-level mountain bike riding techniques, including, but not limited to, bike handling, climbing, descents, riding position, diet, endurance, stretching, safety and bike maintenance.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1423 - Local Mountain Biking
This course covers basic to mid-level mountain bike riding techniques, including, but not limited to, bike handling, climbing, descents, riding position, diet, endurance, stretching, safety and bike maintenance. Biking on local trails only.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1430 - Day Hiking
An opportunity to explore the local area as it applies to the hiking trails near the Fort Lewis College campus and Durango.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1440 - Flycasting
This course will introduce the student to the sport of fly fishing, including equipment and techniques.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1450 - Kayaking - Beginning
Basic kayaking skills including, but not limited to, paddling strokes, rolling and assisted rescues, self-rescue, basic hydrology and river safety, and equipment review.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1451 - Kayaking - Intermediate
This course will review kayak rolling and paddling skills in the pool, then will concentrate on applying these skills on the river. Reading whitewater, identifying river features, safety review, kayak ferry angles, eddy turns, peel outs, surfing, hole riding/bracing will be covered. Precise boat control will be emphasized. Instructor permission is required.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1460 - Rock Climbing
This course covers basic beginning rock climbing skills including, but not limited to, knots, anchor systems, belay/climbing commands, rock climbing techniques (face, friction, crack), belaying (mechanical, hip, lowering) rappelling, equipment review, and related safety issues.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1470 - SCUBA Diving
In this half-semester course, students acquire the knowledge and skills needed to safely explore the underwater world. The class has both a classroom and pool component, and finishes with two days of diving in one of our local lakes. Students who successfully complete the course are eligible for certification by the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI).
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1481 - Skiing - Cross Country
This course introduces the student to the fundamentals and techniques of Nordic skiing and will provide an opportunity for students to enhance their Nordic skiing skills and overall physical condition.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1520 - Badminton
The course will provide the student with basic knowledge and techniques of the game of badminton as an exercise program to satisfy their individual fitness and activity needs.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1530 - Basketball
This course introduces the student to the basic skills, rules, and strategies of basketball.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1555 - Golf - Beginning
Develop the basic fundamentals of your golf swing. Develop a basic swing pattern. Learn a basic knowledge of the rules of golf. Learn the basic etiquette of golf. Develop an awareness of fundamental strategies in course management.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1571 - Recreational Games
This course is designed to expose students to a variety of recreational games that are generally not covered in our regular physical activity class offerings. Activities to be included are: deck tennis, indoor hockey, cageball, bowling, horseshoes, whiffle softball, dodgeball, croquet, ping-pong, shuffleboard, billiards, darts, hopscotch, pickleball, etc. Some competitive and cooperative activities will be introduced.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1580 - Self Defense
Active participation in basic self-defense skills, prevention and awareness.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1610 - Soccer - Beginning
A course designed to develop the basic skills, rules knowledge, and strategy involved with soccer.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1620 - Tennis - Beginning
This course will introduce the student to the game of tennis. This format will include instruction and practice in skills, knowledge of rules and scoring.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1622 - Ultimate Frisbee/Team Handball
The course will introduce the student to the basic skills involved in Ultimate Frisbee, an outside grass surface activity and Team Handball, an indoor court game. Both games require the ability and willingness of continuous activity.
Credits: 1
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1630 - Volleyball - Beginning
This course will provide student with the fundamental skills in volleyball, including knowledge of volleyball rules through gameplay and written exams.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1635 - ACT/Students/Phys Disabilities
Individualized physical activity programs for students with physical disabilities in physical and motor fitness, fundamental motor skills and patterns, sports skills and aquatics. Instructor permission is required.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1636 - ACT/Students/Phys Disabilities
Individualized physical activity programs for students with physical disabilities in physical and motor fitness, fundamental motor skills and patterns, sports skills and aquatics. Instructor permission is required.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1710 - Varsity Basketball - Men
Students must be on a varsity athletic roster. Instructor permission required.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1711 - Varsity Basketball - Women
Students must be on a varsity athletic roster. Instructor permission required.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1720 - Varsity Crosscountry - Men
Students must be on a varsity athletic roster. Instructor permission required.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1721 - Varsity Crosscountry - Women
Students must be on a varsity athletic roster. Instructor permission required.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1730 - Varsity Football
Students must be on a varsity athletic roster. Instructor permission required.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1740 - Varsity Golf
Students must be on a varsity athletic roster. Instructor permission required.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1750 - Varsity Soccer - Men
Students must be on a varsity athletic roster. Instructor permission required.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1751 - Varsity Soccer - Women
Students must be on a varsity athletic roster. Instructor permission required.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1755 - Varsity Softball
Students must be on a varsity athletic roster. Instructor permission required.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PE 1760 - Varsity Volleyball
Students must be on a varsity athletic roster. Instructor permission required.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Notes: PE courses are NOT approved for guaranteed transfer to other Colorado colleges and universities.
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PHIL 141 - Introduction to Philosophy
An introduction to the philosophical enterprise through discussion and analysis of representative readings from the history of philosophy. Issues considered include the nature of reality, the relation of mind and body, the possibility of proving that God exists, the nature and origin of morality and beauty, and the relation of knowledge to experience.
Credits: 4
Suffix: AH3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 151 - Film and Philosophy
An examination of the ways in which philosophy is manifested in the making and content of film. This course will include the viewing of several films that portray philosophical themes on the nature of humor, drama, and the fear in contemporary film and attempt to answer questions regarding the nature of voyeuristic emotional catharsis in the making of the human being. Finally, the course hopes to address issues of cultural diversity by looking at the way various Western and non Western cultures address these issues. The course will also include philosophical readings on film and the nature of philosophical problems.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 244 - Chinese Philosophy
A study of Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism, with consideration of some dissenting views of these dominant schools of Chinese thought, such as Maoism and Legalism. We will investigate the theories of human nature, knowledge, and reality embraced by these philosophies, as well as their conceptions of ethics and politics. This course is the same as RS 244; credit will be given for only one of these courses.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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PHIL 251 - Moral Philosophy
A broad review of the history of attempts since classical Greece to identify morality and to establish standards for making and assessing moral judgments.
Credits: 4
Suffix: AH3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 252 - Environmental Ethics
This course offers an overview of world environmental problems, focuses on conceptual investigations into their historical, social, political and cultural sources, examines various methods of resource conversation, and finally attempts to envision a philosophy of nature based on “land ethic.”
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 261 - Philosophy of Religion
An examination of different philosophical approaches to problems raised by religion. Readings are selected from sources representing widely differing points of view, e.g., those of phenomenology, feminism, and liberation theology. This course is the same as RS 261; credit will be given for only one of these courses.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 264 - Social & Political Philosophy
This course offers an introductory, selective review of major theories and empirical studies, from classical to contemporary, of social relations and human interactions while exploring the political contexts in which social philosophies emerge. It also provides an overview of how organization of governments has been conceptualized and practiced, how law and policy originate and evolve, and how social and political ideals are formulated, transformed, and institutionalized.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 271 - Logic
A broad treatment of different methods of assessing the validity of deductive and inductive arguments. The course covers syllogistic logic, elementary truth-functional logic, quantification and brief discussions of informal logic and inductive logic.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 274 - Ancient/Medieval Philosophy
An examination of the history and philosophy from the origins of scientific thought in Asia Minor through the synthesis of Christianity and Greek philosophy in the thought of St. Augustine and the medieval scholastics. A major emphasis of the course will be the systems of Plato and Aristotle, which provide many of the roots of modern thought. This course is a suitable beginning course in philosophy.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 281 - Theory of Knowledge
This course explores philosophical controversies concerning knowledge and skepticism: What is truth? What is it for a belief to be justified? Do we know anything? Does knowledge represent objective reality or merely a culturally constructed conception of reality? Traditional and current answers to these and related questions are scrutinized.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 299 - Individual Study
Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Topic and format must be approved by the Department Chairperson and Dean.
Credits: 1 to 6
Hours: 50 contact hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.
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PHIL 305 - Writing Philosophy
An introduction to the techniques, conventions, and styles of philosophical writing through the critical reading and analysis of selected books and journal articles on a topic central to the field.
Prerequisites: ( CO1 course AND (LIB 150 OR LIB 150 Proficiency Score 1 OR CO2 course) )
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 320 - Indigenous Worldviews
A survey of selected regional belief systems outside the major religious traditions treated in Phil 321. Emphasis is on philosophical foundations of religious cultures native to the Americas, Africa, Asia, Australia, and Old Europe. Special attention is given to the mythic and other symbolic expressions of “archaic” consciousness in contemporary societies. This course is the same as RS 320; credit will be given for only one of these courses.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 321 - World Religions
A study of the nature and history of the major contemporary religions of the world. This course is the same as RS 321; credit will be given for only one of these courses.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 328 - Philosophy of Science
An examination of the scope, structure, methodology, and spirit of science with special attention to such topics as the relation between the presuppositions and the conclusions of science, the nature of scientific revolutions and the social responsibilities of the scientist.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 352 - Ecology & Morality
An in depth focus on contemporary theories and practices, including myth and ritual, which cosmologically integrate moral, social, political, and cultural philosophies with scientific ecologies. Recent academic efforts by regional thinkers and scholar/activists of color will also be reviewed.
Prerequisites: PHIL 252
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 361 - Philosophy of Art
An examination of nature and purposes of art through the study of several traditional and contemporary philosophies of art such as those of Plato, Aristotle, Marx, Tolstoy, Collingwood, and Merleau Ponty. Topics include nature of the art object, the distinction between art and craft, the role of imitation, representation, expression and creativity, the social function and responsibility of the artist, and the nature of aesthetic experience.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 363 - Philosophy of Hist & Culture
An examination of the nature and methodology of historical knowledge and various conceptions of culture through the study of several traditional and contemporary philosophies of history and culture. Readings will include recent work from Africa and the Americas as well as traditional European perspectives. Consent of instructor.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 365 - Philosophies of Feminism
An examination of gender bias in its various guises, such as androcentrism, gender polarization, and biological essentialism. Explanations of the source and maintenance of sexism are explored through feminist theories: liberal, radical, Marxist, existential, psychoanalytic, and postmodern. Feminist theory itself is critically evaluated.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 377 - Contemp European Philosophy
An examination of trends and issues in 20th century continental philosophy. Readings will focus on the development of phenomenology and existentialism, and on their contributions to existential Marxism, structuralism, and deconstructionism.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 379 - Modern Phil: 17 & 18 Centuries
An examination of the roots of the Enlightenment, including studies of rationalism, the origins of scientific thought, ethical modes of thought grounded in reason and empiricism, and social and individual notions of self-identity. This course examines the origins of enlightenment as a rebirth of the Renaissance and as the beginnings of contemporary Western notions of metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics. Thinkers to be discussed will include Descartes, Spinoza, Hume, Locke, Berkeley, Kant, Rousseau, and others of the period.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 380 - 19th Century Philosophy
In this course students will examine the major movements in 19th century European and American philosophy. The course will focus on the work of Hegel and its influence on Marx, Nietzsche, and Kierkegaard. In addition, some attention will be given to the developments of American pragmatist philosophy.
Prerequisites: PHIL 274 OR PHIL 379
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 381 - Metaphysics
An examination of traditional and contemporary attempts to understand the nature of reality. Consent of instructor.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 382 - Philosophies of the Southwest
An examination of the various philosophical underpinnings of multicultural Southwest. The course will also examine the kinds of misunderstandings which can emerge from the interactions of these cultures when cultural philosophical assumptions go unexamined.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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PHIL 384 - Philosophy of Mind & Language
This course explores puzzles raised by the existence of minds, making special use of contemporary theories of meaning in order to address them. What is a mind? How are minds related to bodies? What is it to have thoughts? Is language necessary for thinking? How does language represent reality? How do we know what others mean by their words?
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 451 - Studies in Great Philosophers
An examination in depth of the writings of a major philosopher such as Plato, Aristotle, Kant, Marx, Heidegger, or Sartre.
Credits: 4
Repeatable: This course may be repeated as long as the topics are different.
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 496 - Senior Seminar
Advanced study and research in selected topics.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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PHIL 499 - Independent Study
Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Topic and format must be approved by the Department Chairperson and Dean.
Credits: 1 to 6
Hours: 50 contact hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.
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PHSC 100 - Physical Science Laboratory
Work covers experiments in the fields of physics. Laboratory techniques and scientific processes are emphasized. Students cannot receive credit for both PhSc 100 and PhSc 106.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
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PHSC 105 - Physical Sciences
With a strong focus on concepts rather than mathematics, this course explores the history and methods of science. Fundamental theories of physical science are explored, including a rare chance for students from all majors to get a glimpse of the astounding scientific revolutions of the 20th century. Students cannot receive credit for both PhSc 105 and PhSc 106.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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PHSC 106 - Physical Sciences
With a strong focus on concepts rather than mathematics, this course explores the history and methods of science. Fundamental theories of physical science are explored, including a rare chance for students from all majors to get a glimpse of the astounding scientific revolutions of the 20th century. This course includes a weekly lab. Students cannot receive credit for both PhSc 100 and PhSc 106, or PhSc 105 and PhSc 106.
Credits: 4
Suffix: SC1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-2)
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PHSC 115 - Environmental Phys Science
Students will explore foundational concepts in the physical sciences, focusing on how these concepts provide a better understanding of current environmental issues. The accompanying laboratory will stress scientific methodology and reinforce concepts learned in class.
Credits: 4
Suffix: SC1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-2)
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PHSC 200 - Introduction to Astronomy Lab
Work is aimed toward a greater appreciation of the universe through selected observational laboratory experiments in astronomy. Students cannot receive credit for both PhSc 200 and PhSc 206.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
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PHSC 205 - Introduction to Astronomy
A course for students interested in elementary astronomy. A survey of modern astronomy including the moon, planets, stars, galaxies, and the universe as a whole. The history and social implications of astronomy are also addressed. Students cannot receive credit for both PhSc 205 and PhSc 206.
Prerequisites: TRS 92 OR MATH 110 OR Computed Math Placement Score Score MA110
Credits: 3
Suffix: SC2
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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PHSC 206 - Introduction to Astronomy
A course for students interested in elementary astronomy. A survey of modern astronomy including the moon, planets, stars, galaxies, and the universe as a whole. The history and social implications of astronomy are also addressed. PhSc 206 has a required lab. Students cannot receive credit for both PhSc 205 and PhSc 206 or for both PhSc 200 and PhSc 206.
Prerequisites: TRS 92 OR MATH 110 OR Computed Math Placement Score Score MA110
Credits: 4
Suffix: SC1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-2)
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