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    Mar 29, 2024  
2017 - 2018 Catalog of Courses 
    
2017 - 2018 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: 3

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

    Class Level Restriction: Sophomore

  
  • 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: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ACC 225  

    Class Level Restriction: Sophomore

  
  • ACC 333 - Financial Reporting 1


    This course is the first of two courses that provide an in-depth study of financial reporting practices and procedures for a domestic corporate enterprise. This course begins with a review of the accounting cycle including the preparation of the standard financial statements, and then turns to the study of the accounting and reporting of various types of assets.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ACC 226  

    Class Level Restriction: Junior

  
  • ACC 334 - Financial Reporting 2


    This course is a continuation of the in-depth study of financial reporting practices and procedures for domestic business enterprises begun in ACC 333 . The course focuses on the accounting and reporting of liabilities and stockholders’ equity and also includes the preparation of the statement of cash flows.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ACC 333  

    Class Level Restriction: Junior

  
  • ACC 335 - Accounting Information Systems


    A study of how organizations capture, record, store, protect, analyze, maintain and report accounting information. Topics include business transaction cycles, transaction processing, internal controls, data security, systems documentation, information technology, and software applications.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ACC 226  

    Class Level Restriction: Junior

  
  • 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, forensic accounting, financial statement analysis, SEC reporting or other current topics.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ACC 225 

    Class Level Restriction: Junior

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

  
  • ACC 426 - Advanced Accounting


    A study of complex financial reporting issues such as business combinations and consolidations, foreign currency transactions, translation of foreign company financial statements and International Financial Reporting Standards.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ACC 333  

    Class Level Restriction: Junior

  
  • 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: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ACC 333  

    Class Level Restriction: Junior

  
  • ACC 440 - Taxation 1


    The first of a two-course sequence, this course focuses on the structure of the federal taxation system and the taxation of individuals. Emphasis is placed on the utilization of tax authorities to formulate effective tax planning strategies and to determine income, deductions, credits and tax liability. Students prepare individual tax returns and develop effective communication skills for a client-based environment.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ACC 333  OR ACC 335  

    Class Level Restriction: Junior

  
  • ACC 441 - Taxation 2


    The second of two taxation courses, this course focuses on business entity taxation and tax implications of property transactions. Emphasis is placed on tax planning strategies including entity selection, and the determination of income, deductions, credits, tax liability and estimated tax payments. Students prepare C Corporation, S Corporation and partnership tax returns and develop effective communications skills for a client-based environment.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ACC 440  

    Class Level Restriction: Junior

  
  • ACC 446 - Advanced Auditing Topics


    A seminar-type course that extends and refines selected topics from ACC 436 , such as risk assessment, audit strategy and planning, fraud auditing, statistical sampling, international auditing, information technology auditing, other assurances services, and professional responsibilities.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ACC 436  

    Class Level Restriction: Junior

  
  • ACC 480 - Modern World: Accounting Ethics


    An accounting-centered liberal arts outcome-focused course addressing ethical accounting decision making and the ethical and professional codes of conduct required of accountants.

    Credits: 3

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

    Class Level Restriction: Senior

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Accounting major.

  
  • 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.

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • AE 121 - Climbing Fundamentals


    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)

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education major or minor.

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • 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.

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • 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

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education major.

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • 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

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education major.

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • 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

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education major.

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • 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)

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • AE 251 - Challenge Course Fundamentals


    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+)

    Class Level Restriction: Sophomore

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education major or minor.

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • 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+) AND one CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]

    Class Level Restriction: Junior

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education major or minor.

  
  • AE 321 - Advanced 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+)

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education major or minor.

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • 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 342  [minimum grade of C+])

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education major or minor.

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • AE 328 - Canyoneering


    This course gives students the skills to identify, understand, and teach travel in remote slot canyons. Students will learn anchor building, rappelling and rope work, technical climbing, descending, ascending, technical jumps, technical swims, and use of rescue equipment. Students will implement decision-making and risk management practices, and will improve upon skills in group facilitation, experiential education and adventure leadership.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: AE 121  (minimum grade of C+) AND AE 201  (minimum grade of C+)

    Class Level Restriction: Junior

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared an Adventure Education major or minor.

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • AE 331 - Advanced 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+)

    Class Level Restriction: Sophomore

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared an Adventure Education major or minor.

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • AE 342 - 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  (minimum grade of C+)

    Class Level Restriction: Sophomore

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared an Adventure Education major or minor.

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • 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+)

    Class Level Restriction: Junior

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education major or minor.

  
  • 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+)

    Class Level Restriction: Sophomore

    Permissions Required: Instructor

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education major or minor.

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 9 credits provided the topics are different.

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • 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  (minimum grade of C+)

    Class Level Restriction: Sophomore

    Permissions Required: Instructor

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education major or minor.

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 9 credits provided the topics are different.

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • 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.

    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: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.

    Prerequisites: AE 220  (minimum grade of C+)

    Permissions Required: Instructor

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

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits. Student must be a Teaching Assistant for different courses.

  
  • 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  (minimum grade of C+) AND AE 210  (minimum grade of C+) AND AE 220  (minimum grade of C+)

    Class Level Restriction: Junior

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education major.

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • AE 480 - Adventure Education Internship


    Students serve with an approved program/organization to gain a variety of on-the-job professional experiences 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.

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

    Class Level Restriction: Senior

    Permissions Required: Instructor

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education major.

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

  
  • AE 495 - Applied Research and Evaluation in Adventure Education


    The purpose of this course is to convey an appreciation for disciplined inquiry (research) as a means to promote critical thinking, advance knowledge and improve practice. Students will complete a formal research proposal and complete IRB requirements for student research. Students will explore and critically analyze topics in the field and share their perspectives through various discourse mediums.  

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: MATH 132  AND AE 201  (minimum grade of C+) AND AE 210  (minimum grade of C+) AND AE 220  (minimum grade of C+) AND AE 310  (minimum grade of C+)

    Class Level Restriction: Junior

    Permissions Required: Instructor

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education major or minor.

  
  • AE 496 - Senior Seminar in Adventure Education


    Discussions and inquiries dealing with contemporary issues, trends and problems in adventure education and related fields (such as experiential education and environmental education). Completion of data collection and synthesis for the senior project proposed in AE 495 .

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: AE 495  (minimum grade of  C+)

    Class Level Restriction: Senior

    Permissions Required: Instructor

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Adventure Education major or minor.

  
  • 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: 3

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

    gtPathways: SS3

    Notes:
    This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
  
  • ANTH 171 - World Prehistory


    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: 3

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

  
  • 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: 3

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

  
  • 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: 3

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

    gtPathways: SS3

    Notes:
    This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
  
  • ANTH 212 - Introduction to 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: 3

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

  
  • 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: 3

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

  
  • ANTH 236 - Introduction to Biological Anthropology


    This course provides a study of humans from a biocultural perspective, within an evolutionary framework. Topics to be explored in the classroom and laboratory include the genetic basis for human evolution, techniques for studying skeletal anatomy, nonhuman primate and human adaptations, as well as the hominin fossil record and modern human variation.

    Credits: 4

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

    gtPathways: SC1

    Notes:
    This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
  
  • 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 and epigenetic 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

    Notes:
    This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
  
  • 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 hands-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: 3

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

    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: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ANTH 151  OR ANTH 210  OR ANTH 212  OR ENVS 100  

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

    Class Level Restriction: Sophomore

    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: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ANTH 201  

  
  • ANTH 325 - Lithic Artifact Analysis


    This is an experiential course that covers the methods archaeologists use to analyze stone tools and debitage. These methods include identification of toolstone sources, reconstruction of past lithic technologies, and explanation of assemblage variability.

    Credits: 3

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

    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: 3

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

    Prerequisites: One CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]

  
  • ANTH 333 - Global Tourism


    This course examines the culture of and impacts stemming from the global tourism phenomenon. Tourism is a dynamic force of development and cultural exchange, though at times with profound adverse consequences. Topics include, but are not limited to, cultural and environmental impacts, medical tourism, ecotourism, humanitarianism, development, cultural revitalization, sex tourism, gender and tourism, the commodification of culture, and adventure tourism.

    Credits: 3

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

  
  • ANTH 344 - Environmental Archaeology


    This course examines the paleoecological context in which past humans interacted with the natural environment – an environment encompassing plants, animals, and landscape. Lectures, readings, and class activities will cover principles, method and theory, and practical applications used in paleoenvironmental reconstruction.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ANTH 151  and ANTH 201  

  
  • ANTH 347 - Topics in Archaeology


    This course explores cultures and important issues in world history and prehistory through an archaeological perspective. Possible topics include the origins of agriculture, the rise and fall of ancient states or the archaeologies of important regions like Egypt, the British Isles, Eastern North America, or the Andes to name just a few.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: One CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 9 credits provided the topics are different.

  
  • ANTH 355 - Anthropology of Gender


    Interdisciplinary and cross-cultural perspectives inform our journey into the fascinating complexities of sex, gender, and sexuality. We study not only the gendered nature of cosmologies and language, but also seek possible solutions to ongoing, gender-based inequalities and violence by drawing on insights provided by our primate relatives, our human ancestors, and recent and contemporary human societies living across the globe.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: One CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]

  
  • 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: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ANTH 151  OR ANTH 236  OR ANTH 246  OR ANTH 210  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: 3

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

  
  • 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: 3

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

  
  • 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 future work in cultural resource management and heritage conservation.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: One CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]

  
  • ANTH 364 - Topics: Indigenous Latin America


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

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: One CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits provided the topics are 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: 3

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

  
  • 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:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • ANTH 375 - Museum & Heritage Studies


    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 heritage sites, museum exhibits, and repatriation practices are a central part of the course.

    Credits: 3

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

  
  • ANTH 378 - Topics in Anthropological Methods


    In this course students investigate a particular arena of method, theory building, and how to collect data and conduct research as defined by the faculty member offering the topic. Topics may be situated within or link any of the subfields and/or modalities of anthropology and closely related disciplines.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites:   OR   OR   OR   OR   

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 9 credits provided the topics are different.

  
  • 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: 3

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

  
  • ANTH 389 - Ethnographic Field Experience


    This course provides students with hands-on training in the fundamentals of ethnographic field techniques. Students will learn skills including research design, ethics, participant-observation, survey and interviewing techniques, sampling, and various data analysis procedures.

    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: 3

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

    Prerequisites: One CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]

  
  • ANTH 412 - Advanced Topics in Applied Anthropology


    The course will emphasize applied research design, rapid social impact assessment, ethics, advocacy, interviewing strategies and community-based participatory methods. The role of culture in applied contexts will be of central concern. Applied theoretical and methodological readings will ground the case-study approach to needs assessment, project design and interdisciplinary team project development.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ANTH 210  OR ANTH 212  

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 9 credits 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: 3

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

    Prerequisites: One CO2 course AND ANTH 201  AND ANTH 395  AND (ANTH 320  OR ANTH 369 ) [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]

    Permissions Required: Instructor

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Anthropology major or minor.

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

    Notes:
    ANTH 320  OR ANTH 369  may be taken concurrently with ANTH 430.

     

  
  • 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)

    Prerequisites: ANTH 355  AND one CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]

    Permissions Required: Instructor

  
  • ANTH 496 - Senior Research Seminar


    This senior capstone experience will emphasize data analysis, thesis writing and preparation of findings for public presentation.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: One CO2 course AND ANTH 395  AND (ANTH 320  OR ANTH 359  OR ANTH 369  OR ANTH 378  OR ANTH 389 ) [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]

    Class Level Restriction: Senior

  
  • 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


    This course introduces students to drawing fundamentals. Observational and representational drawing along with expressive and imaginative approaches promote both drawing skill and versatility.

    Credits: 3

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

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • ART 112 - 2D Design


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

    Credits: 3

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

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • ART 210 - Digital Media


    This course is an introduction to the Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign). Students will learn digital media design, production and technical tools as well as conceptual development. In addition, students will be introduced to the process of creating a digital record of their work.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: (ART 101  (minimum grade of C-) OR concurrent enrollment in ART 101 ) OR ART 112  (minimum grade of C-)

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared Art & Design major or minor.

    Notes:
    ART 101  may be taken concurrently with ART 210.
  
  • ART 212 - 3D Design


    This course explores three-dimensional design elements and principles with a focus on materials and concepts.

    Credits: 3

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

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

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • ART 221 - Drawing II


    In this course basic drawing skills are refined through a variety of approaches to drawing, including working from the figure. A wide range of drawing problems – observational, conceptual, and expressive – are addressed.

    Credits: 3

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

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

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • ART 230 - Print Design


    This course is an introduction to communication design with a focus on print. Emphasis is on research and brainstorming, the printing process, production, and branding/symbol design. Students learn problem-solving skills and conceptually-based solutions.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ART 210  (minimum grade of C-)

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

  
  • ART 240 - Typography


    This course introduces the evolution and development of alphabets, letter forms, and typography in relationship to visual expression and communication.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ART 210  (minimum grade of C-)

  
  • 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: 3

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

    gtPathways: AH1

    Notes:
    This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
  
  • 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: 3

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

    gtPathways: AH1

    Notes:
    This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
  
  • 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 installation art. Specific topic to be announced in advance.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: Foundation Portfolio Review

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

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • ART 304 - Communication Design Topics


    This course offers an in-depth examination of a particular communication design topic or issue. Some possible topics may include illustration, social, political, environmental or legal issues within the communication design industry.  Specific topic to be announced in advance.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: Foundation Portfolio Review

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 6 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: 3

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

    Class Level Restriction: Sophomore

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared major or minor in the Art & Design Department.

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

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.

  
  • ART 316 - Gallery Topics


    Students will gain an in-depth understanding of a specific topic related to gallery or museum work, with particular emphasis on contemporary art and design. Possible topics include assisting a visiting artist create and install a show, or travel-based learning.

    Credits: 3

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

    Class Level Restriction: Junior

    Program Restriction: Must be a declared major or minor in the Art & Design Department.

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

  
  • ART 318 - Sculpture


    This course introduces the tools, materials, terminology and ideas of sculpture. Three-dimensional design principles will be employed in the execution of studio projects.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: Foundation Portfolio Review

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • ART 328 - Painting


    This course is designed to teach students the skills, techniques, and materials of painting media. Students will learn to be inventive through observation and experimentation. 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: 3

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

    Prerequisites: Foundation Portfolio Review

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • 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: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ART 230  AND ART 240  AND Foundation Portfolio Review

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

  
  • 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. Course content will vary; specific topics such as landscape or mixed-media are intended to spur rather than constrain student exploration.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ART 221  AND Foundation Portfolio Review

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

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • ART 335 - Craft Topics


    This course explores a particular craft discipline and topic. Course content varies with some possible topics including textile art, furniture, and book art. Contemporary craft theory along with the social/cultural aspects of craft are addressed. Topics vary each term with the specific topic to be announced by instructor.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: Foundation Portfolio Review

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

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • ART 337 - Printmaking


    Students learn the fundamentals of intaglio and relief printmaking processes – etching, drypoint, aquatint, woodcut, color reduction relief, and integrated techniques. Historical as well as contemporary printmaking issues are discussed. Instruction in safety and proper use of a shared workshop are covered.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: Foundation Portfolio Review

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • ART 339 - Branding Systems


    This course focuses on the creation and application of integrated brand communication systems. Students will develop comprehensive brand identities, typographic elements and layout designs for print and online media.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ART 230  AND (ART 240  OR ART 340 ) AND Foundation Portfolio Review

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

  
  • ART 340 - Advanced Typography


    Typography, one of the most important elements of graphic and digital design, bridges the gap between visual form and written word. Students will gain an understanding of the communicative power of typography, its usages and production.

    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisites: ART 230  AND ART 240  AND Foundation Portfolio Review

  
  • ART 351 - Ceramics


    This course will introduce and develop the technical skills and knowledge of ceramic materials and processes including hand building, wheel throwing, surfacing, and firing.

    Credits: 3

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

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • ART 360 - History of Visual Communication


    This course examines the chronological and conceptual history of visual communication. Students investigate relationships between design, political and cultural conditions, and technological developments. Outcomes include an understanding of the history of visual communication in contemporary life and awareness about the future of the field.

    Credits: 3

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

    Class Level Restriction: Sophomore

 

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