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    Mar 29, 2024  
2013 - 2014 Catalog of Courses 
    
2013 - 2014 Catalog of Courses [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • ACC 225 - Introduction to Financial Accounting


    The first of a two-course sequence in basic accounting, this course emphasizes the preparation, understanding and analysis of the standard financial statements for the purpose of making informed business decisions. Topics covered also include the processing of transactions through the accounting cycle, generally accepted accounting principles, and the role of accounting in business.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites: One CO1 course OR placement in one CO2 course AND one MA1 course OR Computed Math Placement Score MA121 or higher. [Details: CO1 course list: COMP 126 , COMP 150 ] [Details: MA1 course list: BA 253 , ES 242 , MATH 105 , MATH 110 , MATH 113 , MATH 121 , MATH 201 , MATH 210 , MATH 221 ].

    Class Level Restriction: Sophomore standing

  
  • ACC 226 - Introduction to Managerial Accounting


    The second of a two-course sequence in basic accounting, this course emphasizes the understanding and use of accounting information by management personnel for the purpose of making informed business decisions. Topics covered include the accumulation and behavior of costs; cost-volume-profit analysis; budgeting, planning, and variance analysis; and analysis of financial statements.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites: ACC 225 

  
  • ACC 320 - Accounting Ethics


    The study of ethical issues with an emphasis on their application in providing accounting services.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

  
  • ACC 323 - Intermediate Accounting I


    This course is the first of two courses that address the in-depth study of financial statement presentation prescribed by accounting standard setting organizations. This course begins with an introduction to the accounting conceptual framework and the formats of the standard financial statements, and then turns to the presentation and disclosure of specific assets and liabilities.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites: ACC 226 

  
  • ACC 324 - Intermediate Accounting II


    This course is a continuation of the in-depth study of financial statement presentation from Intermediate Accounting I. The course begins with stockholders’ equity, then examines the presentation and disclosure of topical areas (for example, leases, pensions, deferred income taxes), and includes the preparation of the statement of cash flows.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites:

    ACC 323 

  
  • ACC 335 - Accounting Information Systems


    An analysis of the effects of information technology on the control and maintenance of accounting information systems. Included is the application of contemporary accounting/business software tools in accounting information systems. Use of internal controls in accounting will be addressed.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites: ACC 225 

  
  • ACC 370 - Topics in Accounting


    An examination of selected topics and issues pertaining to the study of accounting. Topics might include current accounting pronouncements and legislation, accounting software, not-for-profit accounting, fraud auditing, financial statement analysis, SEC reporting or other current topics.

    Credits: 1-6

    Prerequisites:  ACC 226 

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits provided the topics are different.


  
  • ACC 426 - Advanced Accounting


    A study of topical advanced accounting issues such as business combinations and consolidation accounting, international accounting standards, foreign currency transactions, translation of foreign financial statements and other advanced topics.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites: ACC 323 

  
  • ACC 430 - Individual Taxation


    A brief history of the income tax, income tax accounting and a study of current federal income tax provisions are presented. Emphasis is on taxation of individuals.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites: ACC 323 


  
  • ACC 431 - Business Entity Taxation


    Federal income taxation of partnerships, corporations, S-corporations, estates and trusts, and gifts.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites: ACC 430 

  
  • ACC 436 - Auditing - Theory and Practice


    Functions of the independent public accountant are stressed. The course includes audit reports and opinions, account analysis, audit programs, working paper content and form, professional ethics, applications of accounting and auditing standards, SEC and stock exchange regulations, investigations for purchase and financing, and current literature on auditing.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites: ACC 323 

  
  • ACC 446 - Auditing II


    A seminar-type course that extends and refines selected topics from Auditing I, such as risk assessment, audit strategy and planning, fraud detection, sampling, other assurances services, and professional responsibilities.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites: ACC 436 

  
  • AE 101 - Foundations of Adventure Education


    An introduction to the professional expectations, responsibilities and global opportunities in adventure education. Topics include the meaning of adventure education, clients and settings, the difference between personal recreation and professional preparation, environmental and social impacts, public land resources, and international trends. A weekend reflection/solo experience is included.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education Major or Minor.

  
  • AE 121 - Top Rope Rock Climbing


    This course provides an introduction to the skills and safety systems associated with institutional rock climbing for the adventure educator. Topics include management of rock climbing in adventure programs, belaying, rappelling, basic rescue skills, top-rope anchor building, and stewardship of climbing environments.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-4)

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education Major or Minor

  
  • AE 131 - Paddling Fundamentals


    This course provides an introduction to the skills of flat/moving water canoeing and/or tour kayaking for the adventure educator. Includes selection and use of equipment, trip planning, basic safety and rescue systems, group management on the water, and stewardship of water environments. 

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-4)

    Permissions Required: Instructor

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education Major or Minor.

  
  • AE 141 - Telemark Skiing


    An introduction to telemark skiing for the adventure educator. Includes turning, body position, selection, use and maintenance of equipment, safety procedures, group management, and winter alpine Leave No Trace practices.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-4)

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education Major or Minor

  
  • AE 201 - Wilderness Expedition


    Professional practices of extended backcountry travel. Students plan, organize, and participate in a series of four to 14-day mountain, desert and/or river wilderness trips. Topics include Leave No Trace, menu planning, meal preparation, equipment use, expedition behavior, campsite selection, expedition technology, map and compass orienteering, route finding, and weather prediction. Students must have proper clothing and equipment for extended backcountry travel.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-4)

    Prerequisites:

    AE 101  (minimum grade of C+)

    Permissions Required: Instructor

  
  • AE 210 - Adventure Leadership


    The theory and implementation of adventure leadership, including judgment and decision making, problem solving, risk management in the field, leadership models and styles, self-leadership, situational leadership, feedback, expedition behavior, effective communication, valuing diversity, behavior management, and professional ethics. Students serve as leaders for portions of extended backcountry travel experiences. Students must have proper clothing and equipment for extended backcountry travel.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-4)

    Prerequisites: AE 101  (minimum grade of C+)

    Permissions Required: Instructor

  
  • AE 220 - Teaching Methods for Adventure Education


    A practical application of the models and methods of outdoor and experiential education. Topics include lesson design; creating an engaging learning environment; physical, cognitive and affective methods of lesson delivery; teaching for multiple intelligences; challenge, stress and learning; and assessment of learning. Students will plan, present and give/receive feedback on lessons during extended backpacking expeditions.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-4)

    Prerequisites: AE 101  (minimum grade of C+)

    Permissions Required: Instructor

  
  • AE 230 - Wilderness First Responder


    This course provides the knowledge needed to handle medical emergencies requiring extended care in remote settings. Emphasis is on prevention, decision making, and treatment. National certification requires this course to meet for approximately 80 hours. Students who successfully complete the course and pass the WFR exam receive a Wilderness First Responder certificate good for two years with a one-year renewal/grace period.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (6-0)

  
  • AE 241 - Winter Expedition Skills


    Equipment, techniques, and instructional strategies for travel and camping in winter conditions on snowshoes and backcountry skis. Includes extended cold weather survival methods, building snow shelters, winter expedition camping, basic avalanche safety, trip planning, and winter travel instructional strategies.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-4)

    Prerequisites: AE 201 

  
  • AE 251 - Challenge Course Programming


    Introduces students to the operation of a variety of low and high challenge course initiatives for adventure programming in problem solving, trust, team development, self-confidence, and communication skills. Includes belay and high ropes rescue techniques.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-4)

    Prerequisites: AE 101  (minimum grade of C+)

  
  • AE 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: 1-3

    Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 3 credits.

    Notes:
    No more than eight credits in any combination of departmental 299/499 courses may apply toward a degree.
  
  • AE 310 - Philosophy and Theory of Adventure Education


    This course explains the “Why?” behind the “What?” adventure educators do. An exploration of the background, aims, ethical issues, latest theories and research, the nature of learning and development, and the major “schools” of adventure education and  experiential education.  Students develop in writing their own personal philosophy of adventure education.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Prerequisites: AE 101  (minimum grade of C+)

    Notes:
    CO2 course recommended before enrollment in AE 310
  
  • AE 321 - Lead Rock Climbing


    Advanced course focusing on selection and placement of protection gear, route finding,  lead climbing techniques and belaying, multi-pitch climbing, advanced anchor building, rescue systems, and climbing instructional strategies. At least one year of personal top-rope climbing experience is necessary before enrollment in AE 321. 

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-4)

    Prerequisites: AE 101  (minimum grade of C+) AND AE 121  (minimum grade of C+)

  
  • AE 325 - Mountaineering


    Knowledge, skills, and attitudes of basic mountaineering, including snow, ice, and alpine climbing, avalanche awareness, use of technical equipment including crampons, ropes, and ice axes for snow travel, use of fixed lines, group management on technical terrain and mountaineering instructional strategies.  Includes winter overnight camping.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-4)

    Prerequisites: AE 121  (minimum grade of C+) AND AE 141  (minimum grade of C+) OR AE 241  (minimum grade of C+)

  
  • AE 331 - Whitewater Paddling


    Techniques and procedures to conduct rafting, and/or kayaking in whitewater environments. Includes whitewater safety and rescue techniques, more advanced paddling techniques, and paddling instructional strategies.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-4)

    Prerequisites: AE 131  (minimum grade of C+) AND AE 201  (minimum grade of C+)

  
  • AE 350 - Adventure Processing Facilitation


    This course provides the skills necessary for facilitating a variety of client groups in indoor and outdoor experiential and adventure programs. Includes group development stages, group discussion leading, active listening, debriefing, frontloading, metaphors, and transfer of client learning. Students will develop and facilitate a program with a client group.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Prerequisites: AE 101  (minimum grade of C+)

  
  • AE 360 - Special Topics Adventure Education: Skills


    Each year this course focuses on a different advanced skill and/or environment. Skills may include wilderness search and rescue, sea kayaking and other skills. This course may involve traveling to a distant location, such as Baja, Mexico, or other regional or international environments. 

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-4)

    Prerequisites: AE 201  (minimum grade of C)


    Permissions Required: Instructor

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable provided the topics are different.

  
  • AE 361 - Special Topics Adventure Education: Profession


    Each year this course focuses on a different adventure topic. Topics may include multi-cultural and international adventure pursuits, corporate adventure training, therapeutic adventure, eco-psychology in outdoor adventure, and other topics.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Prerequisites: AE 101 

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable provided the topics are different.

  
  • AE 380 - Adventure Education Practicum


    Students who have demonstrated a high level of proficiency gain experience working with various adventure programs and populations.  A minimum 30 days of pre-approved adventure leadership/instruction experience required prior to enrollment in AE 380.

    Credits: 1-6

    Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour of practicum experience.

    Prerequisites: AE 220  (minimum grade of C)

    Permissions Required: Instructor

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits.

  
  • AE 395 - Adventure Education Teaching Assistantship


    Students establish a mentor relationship with an Adventure Education faculty member and assist in teaching a skills or theory course. Includes regular mentor and/or seminar meetings, plus meetings of class being taught.

    Credits: 1-3

    Hours: 30 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.

    Prerequisites: AE 220  (minimum grade of C+)

    Permissions Required: Instructor

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for or up to a total of 3 credits with instructor permission.

  
  • AE 450 - Organization and Administration of Adventure Education


    This is a capstone course in which students synthesize their experience in adventure leadership, instruction, and programming to explore the details of managing an adventure program. Topics include program accreditation standards; risk management; legal issues; staff recruitment, hiring, and training; and program marketing.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Prerequisites: AE 101  (minimum grade of C+) AND AE 201  AND AE 210  AND AE 220  AND AE 310  (minimum grade of C+)

  
  • AE 480 - Adventure Education Internship


    Students serve with an approved program/organization to gain a variety of on-the-job professional experience and apply theories and practices learned in adventure education courses. Internship sites are nationwide.  A minimum 60 days of pre-approved adventure leadership/instruction experience required prior to enrollment in AE 480.

    Credits: 6-12

    Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour of internship experience.

    Prerequisites: AE 101  (minimum grade of C+) AND AE 201  AND AE 210  AND AE 220  AND AE 310  (minimum grade of C+) AND ES 495  AND AE 450  OR ES 496 

  
  • AE 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: 1-3

    Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 3 credits.

    Notes:
    No more than eight credits in any combination of departmental 299/499 courses may apply toward a degree.
  
  • ANTH 151 - Introduction to Anthropology


    This course provides a comprehensive introductory study of general anthropology covering the four major subfields (biological, linguistic, archaeological and sociocultural). It also addresses the ways that knowledge gained in the four subfields may be applied to solving real-world problems.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    gtPathways: SS3

  
  • ANTH 171 - World Archaeology


    An introduction to cultures of the past. Students study the fundamental role that technology, as evidenced in the archaeological record, has played in the evolution of humans, from the earliest hominids to the rise of states in the Old and New Worlds. The interconnection between technology and society is emphasized, as is the scientific method and its historical and cultural contexts.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    gtPathways: SS3

  
  • ANTH 201 - Introduction to Archaeology


    This course is designed to introduce the beginning student to the basic techniques, concepts, and theories of archaeology and its relation to the wider field of anthropology.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

  
  • ANTH 208 - Traditional Ecological Knowledge and Cultural Survival


    Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) is an integrated body of spiritual and practical thought related to cultural ecological adaptation. We look at ways societies categorize TEK domains, including plants, animals, landscapes, and kin.  We also examine the relationship of worldview and language to environment, as it is increasingly apparent that cultural survival and diversity directly relate to biological diversity.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

  
  • ANTH 210 - Introduction to Sociocultural Anthropology


    Sociocultural anthropology deals with the relationship of culture to society and the individual. This course is designed for the beginning student and introduces the basic concepts, theories and methods of this broad field. It also looks at the application of ethnological thought in considering modern human realities and problems and in understanding the relationship of cultural and expressive forms to identity.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    gtPathways: SS3

  
  • ANTH 212 - Applied Anthropology


    Applied and practicing anthropologists directly serve the needs and interests of communities and organizations around the world. This course provides an introduction to the ways in which anthropology and anthropologists work toward finding solutions to real world problems. A case study approach provides the student with methods for seeing how social and environmental problems are defined, solutions generated, and outcomes evaluated.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

  
  • ANTH 215 - Magic and Religion


    “Magic” (the application of spiritual beliefs to problem solving) and “religion” (institutionalization of belief and rituals) are linked conceptual centerpieces in this course about the roles transcendent phenomena play in everyday, extraordinary, and often conflict - ridden human existence carried out in multiple realities. We concentrate on anthropological approaches to belief, symbolism, and ritual, which emphasize firsthand knowledge and cross-cultural comparisons.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    gtPathways: SS3

  
  • ANTH 236 - Introduction to Biological Anthropology


    This course provides a study of the biological development of humankind and the modern understanding of human variation from a technological, critical, ethical and evolutionary perspective. Topics to be explored in the classroom and laboratory contexts include the biological basis of the race concept, the workings of Mendelian genetics, forensic anthropology and the basics of primate evolution.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-2)

    gtPathways: SC1

  
  • ANTH 241 - Introduction to Forensic Anthropology


    This course provides students with a basic introduction to forensic anthropology and its context within the forensic sciences, including its three major subfields: forensic archaeology, taphonomy and osteology. Students will gain a general understanding of the methods used by forensic anthropologists in the search and recovery of human remains, determination of time since death, and analysis of human skeletal remains.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

  
  • ANTH 246 - Human Biological Variation


    In this course, students learn about human biological variation and adaptation within an evolutionary framework. The genetic basis for human variation, the concept of race, examples of physiological and behavioral adaptation to environmental variables, and current issues in human biodiversity will be addressed. Health and disease of human populations will be considered using a biocultural perspective.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    gtPathways: SC2

  
  • ANTH 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: 1-6

    Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.

    Notes:
    No more than eight credits in any combination of departmental 299/499 courses may apply toward a degree.
  
  • ANTH 302 - Research in Human Origins


    This class involves an in-depth study of human evolution through lecture, discussion and hand-on modules. This class will address the biological basis for evolution, the history of fossil discoveries within a social context, and the most current genetic, fossil and cultural evidence for hominid evolution. Students explore the current issues and controversies in the field of paleoanthropology.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites: ANTH 236 

  
  • ANTH 305 - Ethnobotany of the Southwest


    This class offers students the opportunity to conduct in-depth research regarding traditional plant knowledge unique to the various cultures of the Greater Southwest and to become familiar with the important and useful plants of the region.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites: One CO1 course OR placement in one CO2 course OR FLC Reading and Writing Placement Score C250. [Details: CO1 course list: COMP 126 , COMP 150 ].

  
  • ANTH 316 - Internship in Anthropology


    Students receive credit by securing an internship with an organization or agency (public health, violence prevention, humane society, museum, national park, etc.).

    Credits: 1-6

    Hours: 30 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour of internship work.

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 8 credits.


  
  • ANTH 320 - Archaeological Lab Techniques


    In this course students learn how to process, analyze, and produce technical reports describing artifacts collected from archaeological sites.

     

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites: ANTH 201 

  
  • ANTH 330 - Prehistory of the Southwest


    This course provides a comprehensive survey of the major cultural traditions of the prehistoric Southwestern United States, including the environmental and social factors that contributed to their distinctiveness.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

  
  • ANTH 347 - Topics: Old World Archaeology


    This course will explore the ancient societies of the Old World from an archaeological perspective.  Possible topics include, but are not limited to, European Prehistory, Ancient Egypt, Archaeology of Greece and Rome, African Prehistory, and the Prehistory of China.   

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 8 credits provided the topics are different.

  
  • ANTH 348 - Topics: New World Archaeology


    The primary focus of this course is the development of the indigenous cultures of the Americas. Potential topics include overviews of North, South, or Central America as well as more regionally focused curricula. The latter might include topics like Woodland Culture, the Plains, the Maya, etc.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 8 credits provided the topics are different.

  
  • ANTH 349 - Topics in Social Archaeology


    This course explores the fascinating social landmarks in human prehistory by examining various topics from a global anthropological perspective.  Possible topics may include: the rise and fall of ancient states, the origins and spread of agriculture, hunter-gatherer lifestyles, and the archaeology of warfare. 

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 8 credits provided the topics are different.

  
  • ANTH 355 - Anthropology of Gender


    An interdisciplinary examination of ways concepts about gender and sexuality order human cultural arrangements and affect access to resources, justice, and power.  Our gaze begins with the archaeological record and continues to the lives of women and men across the globe today.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Cross Listed: This course is the same as GWS 355 ; credit will be given for only one of these courses.

  
  • ANTH 356 - Environmental Anthropology


    This course provides a comparative study of human-environment interactions, stressing the relationship between culture and the biophysical environment with focus on cultural adaptations. Implications for anthropological theory and contemporary social and environmental problems are investigated.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites: ANTH 151  OR ANTH 236  OR ANTH 246  OR ENVS 100 

  
  • ANTH 357 - Medical Anthropology


    The medical systems of indigenous peoples are analyzed cross-culturally from the perspectives of epidemiology, symbolism, history and political economy. Topics will include the development of medical anthropology, the medical traditions of Ayurvedic, humoral, shamanic and biomedical practitioners, theories of cause and cure, and applied practice. This course is recommended for pre-health and social science majors.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

  
  • ANTH 358 - Native American Gender Issues


    This course focuses on the role gender plays in the lives of Native North, South, and Pacific American peoples past and present. Topics include socioeconomic structure, colonization, and gender roles; masculinity and nationality; two-spirit identities; ritualized expressions of gendered identities; and ways to understand and address intimate violence. When possible, Native American students will serve as consultants and teaching assistants.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

  
  • ANTH 359 - Forensic Osteology and Bioarchaeology


    A detailed study of the human skeleton provides the basis for learning techniques used in forensic anthropology and bioarchaeology. Age at death, sex, ancestry, stature, taphonomy and pathology are explored through lecture and hands-on activities. Specific applications of these techniques to forensic and archaeological contexts are presented, including forensic cases, mass disasters, human rights issues, repatriation, paleodemography and paleopathology.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-2)

    Prerequisites: ANTH 236   OR ANTH 241 

  
  • ANTH 360 - Legal and Ethical Issues in Anthropology


    This course examines in depth the current ethical issues confronting anthropologists and those whose heritage they study. The legal foundations of these issues are studied in detail to prepare students for an understanding of the tenets of heritage resource management and conservation and the manner in which these fields relate to interpreting the cultural identity of traditional societies.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

  
  • ANTH 364 - Topics: Indigenous Latin America


    Latin American peoples of indigenous ancestry are studied with regard to environmental and political self-determination, global indigenous rights, transnational migration, urbanization, representation, ethnogenesis, cultural revitalization, and ongoing legacies of colonialism.  Possible topical areas include the Andes, the Amazon, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. 

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable once provided the topic is different.

  
  • ANTH 365 - Language and Culture


    This course introduces students to the relationship between language and culture. Attention will be paid to a diversity of human communicative behavior, both spoken and unspoken, with a focus upon aspects of communication as the structural properties of language, cross-cultural variations in language use, the contextualization of meaning, and how language is affected by such variables as gender identity and group affiliation.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

  
  • ANTH 369 - Field Training in Archaeology


    This course provides students with hands-on training in the fundamentals of archaeological field techniques at prehistoric and historic sites. In addition to the basics of archaeological fieldwork, students will learn other valuable skills including research design, CRM law, digital mapping, remote sensing, subsurface sampling, and field-to-laboratory procedures.

    Credits: 6

    Prerequisites: ANTH 201 

    Permissions Required: Instructor

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.

    Notes:
    The field school is offered each summer.
  
  • ANTH 375 - Museums and Critical Heritage


    We explore the rapidly growing, international field of critical heritage studies. The focus is on what museums, monuments, cultural performances, and other places and events dedicated to local, regional, and world heritage signify regarding the relationship of public culture to identity and power. Case studies of tourist destinations, heritage sites, and museum exhibits are a central part of the course.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

  
  • ANTH 388 - Ethnology of the Southwest


    This course provides a comparative overview of selected American Indian cultures of the American Southwest in terms of their history, social organization, belief systems, oral traditions, political economy and responses to change as they intersect with non- Indian peoples.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

  
  • ANTH 389 - Ethnographic Field Experience


    This course is designed for students who participate in off-campus ethnographic field experiences that do not generate official university transcripts.  Students must prepare a proposal that is approved by an anthropology faculty member.  Students must study 30 hours for each credit earned and will be expected to produce a final project.

    Credits: 3-6

    Permissions Required: Instructor

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.

  
  • ANTH 395 - History of Anthropological Thought


    This course provides a genealogical and critical look at the major philosophical, historical and scientific elements that have contributed to anthropological thought and practice – both archaeological and ethnological – since the early 19th century. Although this course is specifically required for the anthropology major, it is recommended for any student interested in the development of social scientific thought and the ways it plays out in students’ own intellectual autobiographies.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites: ANTH 201  OR ANTH 210  OR ANTH 236 

  
  • ANTH 397 - Fundamentals of Anthropological Writing


    This course introduces students to the various genres of writing for an anthropological and broader social scientific audience.  Thematically structured and directed readings, library research, discussion, thesis formulation, evidence evaluation, composition, and critique are emphasized.  Students will write book reviews, problem-oriented essays, and grant proposals.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites: COMP 126  OR COMP 150  AND ANTH 201  AND ANTH 210  

  
  • ANTH 398 - Fundamentals of Anthropological Research


    This course explores the wide range of anthropological research methods. Qualitative and quantitative approaches to data collection and analysis will be investigated and students will use these techniques to develop and implement an original research project.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites: ANTH 201  AND ANTH 210  OR ANTH 212  AND ANTH 236  OR ANTH 246  AND any one MA1 course [Details: MA1 course list: BA 253 , ES 242 , MATH 105 , MATH 110 , MATH 113 , MATH 121 , MATH 201 , MATH 210 , MATH 221 ].

  
  • ANTH 403 - Advanced Archaeological Field Techniques


    This course provides advanced training in archaeological field techniques. It supplements the skills learned in the basic field school, focusing on research design preparation, hypothesis generation, and sampling design, allowing students to serve in supervisory roles.

    Credits: 6

    Prerequisites: ANTH 369 

    Notes:
    The field school is offered each summer. A description of field school specifics is furnished to prospective students.
  
  • ANTH 405 - Topics: Advanced Archaeological Methods


    Students learn and employ advanced, cutting-edge methods (including learning new computer software, when appropriate) in the analysis and interpretation of the archaeological record.  Topics that may be offered include geoarchaeology, landscape archaeology, advanced material culture analysis, historical archaeology, architectural analysis, etc.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites: ANTH 201 

    Permissions Required: Instructor

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 8 credits.

  
  • ANTH 412 - Advanced Topics in Applied Anthropology


    Students will work on an applied or practicing project. The course emphasizes collaborative research design, rapid assessment, advocacy, interviewing, and participatory methods.  Consideration is given to career and professional development.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Prerequisites: ANTH 212 


    Class Level Restriction: Junior standing

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable once provided the topics are different.

  
  • ANTH 430 - Advanced Topics in Southwest Archaeology


    This course is an in-depth traditional research experience on current topics in Southwestern U.S. archaeology.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    Permissions Required: Instructor

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 8 credits provided the topics are different.

  
  • ANTH 450 - Advanced Research: Latin American Anthropology


    Students work on a focused research project that requires previous knowledge about Latin American sociocultural systems. Class discussions center around research methods, possible applications, and ethical implications of working in Latin America. Guidance is provided to those students who wish to formulate a Fulbright or other post-B.A. grant proposal.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Permissions Required: Instructor

  
  • ANTH 455 - Advanced Research in Anthropology of Gender


    Students conduct a focused research project that requires familiarity with gender-based theory as well as feminist discourse, methods, and practice. Guidance is provided to students who wish to formulate their research into a Fulbright or other post-B.A. grant proposal.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Permissions Required: Instructor

  
  • ANTH 495 - Senior Research Seminar I


    Students will identify a topic for their senior thesis and identify research materials (e.g. archives, special collections), produce an annotated bibliography, develop a survey instrument and obtain IRB approval where required, and establish a working thesis. It is strongly suggested that the student also begin data collection.

    Credits: 2

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-0)

    Prerequisites: ANTH 395  AND ANTH 398 

    Notes:
    This course must be taken in sequence with ANTH 496  during the following semester of senior year.
  
  • ANTH 496 - Senior Research Seminar II


    This course is a continuation of ANTH 495 , which is a firm prerequisite.  The class will emphasize data analysis, thesis writing and preparation of findings for public presentation.

    Credits: 2

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-0)

    Prerequisites: ANTH 495 

  
  • ANTH 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.  This course may not be used to meet major requirements in lieu of an existing course offered by the department.

    Credits: 1-6

    Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.

    Notes:
    No more than eight credits in any combination of departmental 299/499 courses may apply toward a degree.
  
  • ART 101 - Drawing I


    Introduces students to the fundamentals of drawing. Includes traditional representational and imaginative drawing problems, perspective, spatial illusion and composition.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)

  
  • ART 112 - Design I


    This course introduces two and three-dimensional design elements, principles, and the study of color theory. Students will investigate diverse materials and techniques for effective visual communication. Critical thinking and conceptual problems are explored.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)

  
  • ART 210 - Introduction to Digital Media


    This course is an introduction to the industry-standard Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign). Students will learn to use these applications for type, image manipulation, and visual design.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)

    Prerequisites: ART 101  (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 112  (minimum grade of C-)

  
  • ART 212 - Design II


    This course further explores two and three-dimensional design elements and principles with a focus on materials and concepts. In addition, students will be introduced to the process of creating a digital record of their work. The course culminates in a portfolio presentation and review. Portfolio content will include art and design from college-level foundations courses. 

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)

    Prerequisites: ART 101  (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 112  (minimum grade of C-)

  
  • ART 213 - Sculpture


    This course will provide students with an introduction to basic techniques and practices of sculpture using a variety of materials and tools. Students will learn how their choices of materials and processes affect the physical and conceptual aspects of their work.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)

    Prerequisites: ART 101  (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 212  (minimum grade of C-)

  
  • ART 221 - Drawing II


    This course addresses a wide range of approaches to contemporary drawing, including figure drawing. Drawing skills are developed through observational, expressive, and conceptual drawing problems. Topics such as the history of drawing and mixed-media are included.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)

    Prerequisites: ART 101  (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 112  (minimum grade of C-)

     

  
  • ART 224 - Painting


    This course is designed to teach students the basic skills, techniques, and materials of a variety of painting media. Students will learn to be inventive through observation and experimentation. Observational exercises along with imaginative and conceptual approaches will be addressed. Additional instruction in color, materials, and technical processes including expanded demonstrations will be covered, as well as mini-lectures on historical and contemporary painting.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)

    Prerequisites: ART 101  (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 112  (minimum grade of C-)
     

  
  • ART 230 - Print Design


    This course is an introduction to graphic design with the focus on print design. The course emphasizes research and brainstorming, the printing process, production, and branding/symbol design. Students learn problem-solving skills to design solutions that express proficiency and knowledge in graphic design.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)

    Prerequisites: ART 210  (minimum grade of C-)

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 8 credits.

  
  • ART 231 - Introduction to Printmaking


    Students learn the fundamentals of intaglio and relief printmaking processes – etching, drypoint, aquatint, woodcut, large-scale relief, color reduction relief, and integrated techniques.  Historical as well as contemporary printmaking issues are discussed throughout the term.  Students move from initial printing in black ink to color printing. Instruction in safety and proper use of a shared workshop are covered.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)

    Prerequisites: ART 101  (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 112  (minimum grade of C-)

     

  
  • ART 244 - Digital Photography


    This course covers both the techniques and applications of acquiring, manipulating and outputting digitized photographic images and considers the history and use of photographic images. Experience with the Mac platform and beginning knowledge of Adobe Photoshop are required.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-8)

    Prerequisites: ART 210  (minimum grade of C-)

  
  • ART 250 - Ceramics


    This course is an intensive introduction to the technical skills and knowledge of ceramic materials and processes including and building, throwing, surfacing, and firing. Students will investigate the tools, techniques, materials, terminology, and ideas of both historic and contemporary ceramics. Integrated hand and wheel projects, large scale, and a variety of firing processes will be explored.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)

  
  • ART 262 - Art History I: Ancient World to the Middle Ages


    This course is a broad introduction to painting, sculpture and architecture in both the Western and non-Western traditions from the prehistoric era up to the end of the Medieval period. As such, art works will be considered in their stylistic, cultural and historical contexts.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    gtPathways: AH1

  
  • ART 263 - Art History II: Renaissance to the Modern World


    This course is a broad introduction to painting, sculpture and architecture in both the Western and non-Western traditions from the early Renaissance to the present. As such, art works will be considered in their stylistic, cultural and historical contexts.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)

    gtPathways: AH1

  
  • ART 292 - Independent Media/Research


    In this course students have the opportunity to work independently on a self-directed studio or research-based project. Students may work with any full-time member of the Art and Design department, but must have that faculty member’s permission.

    Credits: 1-4

    Prerequisites: ART 101  (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 112  (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 212  (minimum grade of C-)

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 8 credits.

  
  • ART 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: 1-6

    Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.


    Notes:
    No more than eight credits in any combination of departmental 299/499 courses may apply toward a degree.
  
  • ART 300 - Studio Art Topics


    This course will allow for an in-depth examination of a particular studio art medium, technique, or concept. Topics vary each time the course is taught. Some possible topics include color. collage, and environmental art. Specific topic to be announced by instructor.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)

    Prerequisites: ART 212  (minimum grade of C-)

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable up to a maximum of 8 credits provided the topics are different.

  
  • ART 315 - Gallery Management


    Students will gain an understanding of gallery management through course activities that include assigned readings, discussion and practical, hands-on experience. In addition, students will learn about the complexities of directing and managing the daily operation of an ambitious exhibition schedule. Experiences will be varied to include facets of gallery organization from public relations and publicity to installing an exhibition.

    Credits: 2

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-2)

  
  • ART 330 - Advertising Design


    This course focuses on the critical communication, problem solving, and conceptualizing activities of graphic design. Advertising and package design are emphasized. Students use research and brainstorming techniques to develop creative solutions that address complex advertising campaigns and package design challenges.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)

    Prerequisites: ART 230  (minimum grade of C-)

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable up to a maximum of 8 credits.

  
  • ART 331 - Printmaking Topics


    A studio-based exploration of one or more printmaking techniques: relief, intaglio, silkscreen, lithography, monotype, and hybrid printmaking. Alternative printing processes including the computer as a printmaking tool will be considered. Course content will vary; specific topic to be announced by instructor.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)

    Prerequisites: ART 212  (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 231  (minimum grade of C-)

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 8 credits provided the topics are different.

  
  • ART 332 - Drawing Topics


    This studio course builds on skills acquired in previous drawing classes. It takes a thematic or conceptual approach to drawing in order to help students develop a focused drawing portfolio and position their work within contemporary drawing. Possible topics such as the landscape or human ecology are intended to spur rather than constrain student exploration.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)

    Prerequisites: ART 112  (minimum grade C-) and ART 112  (minimum grade C-)
     

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 8 credits provided the topics are different.

  
  • ART 333 - Ceramics Topics


    This course identifies a significant theme or issue in contemporary art and ceramics. It affords students the opportunity to focus on concept development and personal voice as they explore the theme, at the same time building specialized skills in ceramics. Possible topics include narrative, repetition, surface design, or scale. Topics vary each term are are announced by the instructor.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)

    Prerequisites: ART 212  (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 250  (minimum grade of C-)

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 8 credits provided the topics are different.

  
  • ART 334 - Painting Topics


    This course builds on skills acquired in previous painting via a focused exploration of a particular theme, concept, or technique. Possible topics include figure/portrait, encaustic, abstraction, landscape, mixed media, mapping and layering, for example, and vary from term to term.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)

    Prerequisites: ART 212  (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 224  (minimum grade of C-)

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 8 credits provided the topics are different.

 

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