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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)
Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore
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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
Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore
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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
Minimum Class Standing: Junior
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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
Minimum Class Standing: Junior
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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
Minimum Class Standing: Junior
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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
Minimum Class Standing: Junior
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits provided the topics are different.
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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
Minimum Class Standing: Junior
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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
Minimum Class Standing: Junior
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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
Minimum Class Standing: Junior
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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
Minimum Class Standing: Junior
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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
Minimum Class Standing: Junior
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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)
Minimum Class Standing: Senior
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major in Accounting.
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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 major or minor in Adventure Education.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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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 major or minor in Adventure Education.
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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 major or minor in Adventure Education.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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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 major or minor in Adventure Education.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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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+)
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major in Adventure Education.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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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+)
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major in Adventure Education.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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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+)
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major in Adventure Education.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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AE 230 - Wilderness First Responder
This course provides the knowledge and skills needed to handle medical emergencies requiring extended care in remote settings. Emphasis is on prevention, assessment, treatment, and decision-making. Students who successfully meet specific standards will receive nationally-recognized certification in Wilderness First Responder, CPR and AED, and epinephrine administration valid for three years.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1 - 4)
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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AE 231 - Swiftwater Rescue
Provides an overview of river rescue scene size-up, leadership and scene management strategies, and fast, low-tech, and improvised river rescue techniques. Basic river skills are a prerequisite. Students who successfully complete this course will receive certification in swiftwater rescue from an internationally recognized organization.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-0)
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 2 credits.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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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)
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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AE 243 - Avalanche Level 2
This course provides students with opportunities to build on an Avalanche Level 1 course with a focus on developing decision-making skills for more complex situations (like being a leader within a small travel group, traveling in more complicated avalanche terrain, and/or developing a travel plan where resources are scarce).
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-0)
Prerequisites: AE 242 (minimum grade of C+)
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 2 credits.
Notes:
Students who successfully complete this course will receive Avalanche Level 2 certification with an American Avalanche Association approved provider.
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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.
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AE 301 - Site Management
Explores the theory and practice of site management in adventure programs with a particular focus on the knowledge, skills, and awareness required to assess, design, and lead activities where risk and uncertainty - resulting from objective and subjective hazards - exist. Includes numerous, field-based opportunities to learn and apply site management principles in hazardous terrain.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-4)
Prerequisites: AE 101 (minimum grade of C+)
Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major in Adventure Education.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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AE 310 - Philosophy and Theory of Adventure Education
This course investigates the “Why?” behind the “What?” adventure educators do. Includes an in-depth exploration of the philosophical basis for adventure education and overview of major theories – from the learning sciences, psychology, and other fields of human development – informing common adventure education practices. Students develop in writing their own philosophy of adventure education, steeped in evidence.
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 , COMP 254 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]
Minimum Class Standing: Junior
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major or minor in Adventure Education.
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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 major or minor in Adventure Education.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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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+))
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major or minor in Adventure Education.
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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+)
Minimum Class Standing: Junior
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major or minor in Adventure Education.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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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+)
Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major or minor in Adventure Education.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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AE 343 - Advanced Winter Backcountry Travel and Management
Advanced skills, knowledge, and techniques for managing groups during single and multi-day ski or snowboard tours in winter backcountry avalanche terrain. Covers advanced observations, risk analysis, decision-making in uncertainty, small group management, and complex rescues. Emphasis is placed on effectively managing risks while achieving educational outcomes.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-4)
Prerequisites: AE 243 (minimum grade of C+)
Minimum Class Standing: Junior
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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AE 350 - Adventure Processing and Facilitation
This course provides the skills to process and facilitate the learning experiences of client groups in indoor and outdoor settings using experiential and adventure-based activities, group discussion, active listening, front loading, metaphors, and debriefing. Includes an overview of group development stages, ways to cultivate mindfulness, and inclusive team-building strategies. Students develop and facilitate a one-time program for a client group.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: AE 101 (minimum grade of C+)
Minimum Class Standing: Junior
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major or minor in Adventure Education.
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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+)
Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major or minor in Adventure Education.
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.
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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+)
Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major or minor in Adventure Education.
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.
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AE 365 - Challenge Course Operations
Introduces students to operational and risk management procedures and practices for leading and managing groups on low and high elements. Includes high element rescue techniques, an introduction to challenge course construction and inspection, and hands-on practice with two Durango-area challenge courses.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-4)
Prerequisites: AE 101 (minimum grade of C+) and AE 121 (minimum grade of C+)
Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major or minor in Adventure Education.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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AE 371 - Wilderness Therapy
An overview of the theory and practice of wilderness therapy (WT) using classroom activities and field-based learning. Includes exposure to the knowledge, skills, and dispositions WT practitioners need; opportunities to explore the psychotherapeutic power of nature and factors that lead to behavioral change in clients served by WT programs; and an introduction to careers in WT.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-3)
Prerequisites: AE 201 (minimum grade of C+) AND AE 210 (minimum grade of C+) and AE 220 (minimum grade of C+)
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AE 375 - Environmental and Place-Based Education
An exploration of specialized concepts and techniques in environmental and place-based education (EPBE), with a particular emphasis on applications to adventure education settings. Topics include an overview of different types of environmental education (including nature education, environmental interpretation, conservation education, and education for sustainability); the value and applicability of place-based education in educational settings; and specific instructional strategies.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: AE 101 (minimum grade of C+)
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major in Adventure Education.
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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+)
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits.
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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+)
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major or minor in Adventure Education.
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits provided the topics are different.
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AE 441 - Professional Avalanche Level One
This course covers topics essential to the snow and avalanche workplace including identifying and characterizing avalanche terrain, understanding how avalanches form and release, collecting and analyzing weather, snow, and avalanche data, and communicating hazard and risk factors. Students conduct daily operational forecast meetings, apply effective communication strategies, and debrief field observations and decisions. Successful completion of exams will result in PRO 1 avalanche certificate from the American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE).
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-4)
Prerequisites: GEOG 235 (minimum grade of C) AND AE 343 (minimum grade of C) AND GEOL 470 (minimum grade of C)
Minimum Class Standing: Junior
Notes:
There is a course-specific fee for this course.
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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+)
Minimum Class Standing: Junior
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major in Adventure Education.
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AE 475 - Program Planning and Development
This course familiarizes students with the essential principles and components of program planning and development, while cultivating an appreciation for the important role planning plays in starting, administering, improving, and sustaining programs of all sizes. Students will plan and propose a comprehensive outdoor, experiential, or adventure education-related program that meets a clearly-defined educational, developmental, or therapeutic need or gap.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: AE 310 (minimum grade of C+) AND AE 450 (minimum grade of C+) AND MATH 132 (minimum grade of D-)
Minimum Class Standing: Junior
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major in Adventure Education.
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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: 6-9
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 301 (minimum grade of C+) AND AE 310 (minimum grade of C+) AND AE 450 (minimum grade of C+)
Minimum Class Standing: Senior
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major in Adventure Education.
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
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AE 496 - Senior Seminar
This capstone course focuses on two themes: a) discussions and inquiries of contemporary issues, trends and problems in adventure education and related fields; and b) preparation for post-college career and continuing education, using a variety of introspective and career-planning activities. Includes an opportunity to attend and present at a professional conference.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: AE 475 (minimum grade of C)
Minimum Class Standing: Senior
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major in Adventure Education.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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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.
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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.
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ANTH 171 - World Prehistory
Students study the fundamental role of technology in human evolution, as evidenced by the archaeological record, from the earliest hominids to the rise of states in the Old and New Worlds. This course emphasizes the scientific method in historical and cultural context, and the interconnection between technology and society.
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.
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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)
Notes:
Students who take ANTH 202 will not receive credit toward graduation for ANTH 201.
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ANTH 202 - Introduction to Archaeology with Lab
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): (3-2)
Notes:
Students who take ANTH 201 will not receive credit toward graduation for ANTH 202.
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ANTH 208 - Indigenous Resource Management
This course is a survey of natural resource management and environmental stewardship among indigenous people. It examines major environmental and social issues, including industry, climate change, fish and wildlife management, and how native nations have dealt with these challenges. The course also examines the relationship of traditional ecological knowledge and language to biodiversity and climate justice.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Cross Listed: ANTH 208 is the same course as ENV 208 ; credit will be given for only one of these courses.
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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.
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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.
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ANTH 302 - Human Evolution and Adaptation
This class explores human evolution through the incredible range of diverse species known from the fossil record–from the earliest primates through modern humans—through lectures, discussions, and hands-on activities. Changes in genes, anatomy, behavior, and culture through time are investigated within the contexts of adaptation, ecology, and environment.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ANTH 236
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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 ENV 100 or BIO 202
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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.
Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 8 credits.
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ANTH 319 - Prehistory of the British Isles
Britain and Ireland each have a rich and complex history and the daily lives of their inhabitants have been revealed by decades of high quality archaeological research. From the separation of Britain and Ireland from mainland Europe at the end of the Pleistocene to the Roman conquest of Britain in the first century B.C., this course explores the fascinating prehistory of the British Isles by focusing on the archaeological materials left behind by the islands’ earliest inhabitants.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: Prerequisites: One CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 COMP 252 COMP 253 COMP 254 ENGL 268 SOC 210
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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): (3-2)
Prerequisites: ANTH 201
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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: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-2)
Prerequisites: ANTH 201 or ANTH 202
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ANTH 328 - Ice Age North America
This course will introduce students to the archaeological, environmental and geological evidence related to the timing of human entry into the Americas and fauna extinctions at the end of the Pleistocene. Class meetings in this course consist of lectures, discussions, presentations, and structured debates. Readings will be assigned throughout the semester and students are expected to be prepared to discuss them in class.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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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 , COMP 254 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]
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ANTH 332 - Global Humanitarianism
One of the most important, and most unnoticed, developments in international politics since the end of the Cold War is the rise of an international humanitarian order. In this course, we will examine the growth of the humanitarian system, how it relates to international politics, and the ways it shapes both humanitarians and beneficiaries.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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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)
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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 or ENV 100 )
Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore
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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 , COMP 254 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 9 credits provided the topics are different.
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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 , COMP 254 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]
Cross Listed: ANTH 355 is the same course as GSS 355 ; credit will be given for only one of these courses.
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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 246 or ANTH 210 or ENV 100
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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)
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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)
Cross Listed: ANTH 358 is the same course as GSS 358 ; credit will be given for only one of these courses.
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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
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ANTH 360 - Cultural Resource Management Law and Practice
This course provides an in-depth examination of the practice of contemporary cultural resource management in the United States by introducing students to various federal laws and by exploring the ethical implications of their implementation.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: One CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , COMP 254 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]
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ANTH 364 - Topics in Sociocultural Anthropology
This course explores important issues in the world through a sociocultural anthropological perspective. The course may be structured by focusing on particular current events, on certain theoretical approaches, on prevalent global phenomena, or on a particular geographical region.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: One CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 COMP 252 COMP 253 COMP 254 ENGL 268 SOC 210 ]
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits provided the topics are different.
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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)
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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: 3-6
Prerequisites: ANTH 201
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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ANTH 375 - Museum and 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)
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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.
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ANTH 388 - Cultures of the Greater Southwest
This course provides a comparative overview of selected traditional Native American cultures as well as other historic and contemporary cultures of the American Southwest in terms of their history, social organization, belief systems, oral traditions, political economy and adaptation to change. The course also examines intersectionality and social justice in the Greater Southwest region.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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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
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
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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 , COMP 254 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]
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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.
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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 , COMP 254 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major or minor in Anthropology.
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.
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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 , COMP 254 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]
Cross Listed: ANTH 455 is the same course as GSS 455 ; credit will be given for only one of these courses.
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ANTH 492 - Senior Research Exploration
In this course, students will identify a topic for their senior research project and produce a project proposal. This course is recommended for students who plan to conduct original research or engage in applied projects over the course of two semesters, particularly those who need to apply for research grants, IRB approval, permission for access to collections or require a more extended timeframe for data collection.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: One CO2 course and ANTH 395 and (ANTH 320 and ANTH 360 or ANTH 325 or ANTH 344 or ANTH 359 or ANTH 369 or ANTH 378 or ANTH 389 ) [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , COMP 254 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]
Program Restriction: Must be a declared major in Anthropology.
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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: ANTH 492
Minimum Class Standing: Senior
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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.
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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.
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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.
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ART 210 - Communication Design Practice
This course is an introduction to Communication Design tools and practice. Students will learn how technical tools, design process and production methods combine to drive conceptual development in a project-based studio environment.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-6)
Notes:
If pursuing a Digital Marketing Certificate, you may need to seek an electronic override prior to registration from Skyhawk Station, advising, or the instructor.
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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)
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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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)
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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ART 225* - Introduction to Visual Culture
Visuals pervade our lives, shaping our thinking, actions, and knowledge of the world. Enhancing their visual literacy and cultivating tools for thinking critically about our visual environment, students in this course examine the production, circulation, and consumption of images to understand some of the ways visuals function as forms of communication. They also consider the roles vision plays in society.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
gtPathways: AH1
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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 101 (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 112 (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 210 (minimum grade of C-) ART 212 (minimum grade of C-)
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits.
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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 101 (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 112 (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 210 (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 212 (minimum grade of C-)
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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.
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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.
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