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Undergraduate Catalog 2007-08 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2007-08 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • ART 3210 - Topics in Art History: Variable Topics


    Investigation of changing topics in art history in class or seminar sessions at an undergraduate level. Course topics are variable.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Art 2200 or 2210 for all School of Art majors. Repeatable for credit under a different topic.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3250 - Writing About Art


    Development of the ability to think, verbalize, and write about art and design. Instruction will address technical issues of writing (syntax, compositional structure, editing format, etc.) and critical evaluation of artistic issues (analysis of the visual experience, research and development of a thesis). Each student will write a series of essays which will form the basis for class discussions. This course is approved as a writing-intensive course which may fulfill the baccalaureate-level writing requirement of the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Junior or senior level Art major only.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3270 - Writing About Art History


    Development of the ability to think, verbalize, and write about art history, art criticism and aesthetics.
    Instructor will stress research techniques, critical thinking; correct grammar; syntax and spelling; and professional presentation. Writing exercises will include, but are not limited to, a research paper, book review, and a conference abstract and paper. This course is approved as a writing-intensive course which may fulfill the baccalaureate-level writing requirement of the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ART 2200, ART 2210, and Art History major.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3300 - Ceramics


    Continuation of ART 2300 with opportunity for concentration in the medium. Some experimentation in glazing.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2300.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3310 - Sculpture


    Development of individual sculptural direction in all media. Advanced welding, molding and casting techniques are among the media explored.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2310 or consent of instructor.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3380 - Jewelry and Metalsmithing


    Intermediate level metalsmithing work. Continued skill development in jewelry design, stone setting, and solder fabrication. Basic lapidary work usually included.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2380.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3400 - Painting II


    Continuation of ART 2400.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2400.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3410 - Intaglio and Relief


    An intermediate course continuing the investigation of basic and advanced Intaglio and Relief techniques with the introduction of color printing. The artist-student should begin to discover and adapt media and/or techniques (or synthesis of media and/or techniques) appropriate to individual aesthetic intentions.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2410.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3420 - Watercolor


    Advanced problems in watercolor techniques to include composition.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2420.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3430 - Lithography


    An intermediate investigation of Lithography based on basic skills with the introduction of color printing and other advanced techniques. The artist-student should begin to discover methods and techniques adaptable and appropriate to his aesthetic intent.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2430.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3440 - Hand Papermaking


    The techniques of producing paper to be used as support for various media.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2440.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3460 - Screenprint II


    An intermediate course continuing the investigation of basic and advanced screenprint stencil techniques with the introduction of photo-stencil methods. The artist/students should begin to discover and apply methods of technique appropriate to their aesthetic intent.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2460.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3480 - Photography II


    A course that provides an exploration of the technical and conceptual application of color in photography. Studies in the theories of subtractive and additive color. Instruction on both traditional color printing practice and non-traditional means of color image generation and digital technologies will be included. Emphasis is placed upon the function of color to develop individual imagery.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2480.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3500 - Typography II


    Exploring compositional relationships involving the single word, line, column, page arrangement and structural systems. Semantic and syntactic issues will be investigated in projects and exercises. Computer technology will be investigated.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ART 2610, ART 2510.

    Credits: 3 hours
    Semester Offered: Fall
  
  • ART 3510 - Typography III


    Dealing with systems, sequence and series as complex typographic problems. Application of theoretical, pragmatic and technical issues to problems common in publication and institutional communication. Computer technology will be investigated.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ART 3500, ART 3600.

    Credits: 3 hours
    Semester Offered: Spring
  
  • ART 3520 - Preparation for Art Teaching (Elementary)


    A teaching laboratory course designed to familiarize prospective elementary art teachers with teaching philosophies, methods and creative teaching procedures using varied media, and materials. Emphasis is placed upon qualitative art programming in the elementary school.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2520.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3560 - Web Design


    A course that provides the advanced student the opportunity to explore artistic production through the network environment. The class will focus on art made expressly to be experienced on the World Wide Web and will investigate the role of the artist working in this on-line environment. Critical issues relating to new media will be discussed. Personal expression and content development will be emphasized along with techniques for webpage construction.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2560.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3600 - Graphic Design III: Visual Systems


    The study of grids and other systems in graphic design and their application to communication problems. Functions as a transitional phase from theoretical issues to applied problems. Computer technology will be investigated.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ART 2510, ART 2610.

    Credits: 3 hours
    Semester Offered: Fall
  
  • ART 3610 - Graphic Design IV: Design Applications


    Continuation of Graphic Design III as a transitional phase from the theoretical to the applied design problem. The evolution of design process is explored and developed. Involves the visual study of grids and systems and their applications. Computer technology will be investigated.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ART 3500, ART 3600.

    Credits: 3 hours
    Semester Offered: Spring
  
  • ART 3670 - Arts of India


    Exploration of the visual culture of India, from the Indus Valley Civilization until the advent of the British Raj in India in the seventeenth century. Fundamental to this course will be the meaning and symbolic content of the works of art, specifically in relation to the major religious traditions of India, namely Hinduism, Buddhism, and Islam.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3710 - Special Topics


    Topics offered could be any of the following: package design, exhibit design, sign/symbol design, interactive electronic media, photographics, type as image, applied color, visual translation, and any additional topic of interest.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ART 3500, ART 3600.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3810 - Greek and Roman Art


    Discussion of Greek and Roman art from 3000 BCE to 400 CE. Material covered will include Cycladic, Minoan, and Mycenaean, as well as the many stylistic divisions of the Greek and Roman periods.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Art 2200.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3830 - Medieval Art


    Presentation of art and architecture from the decline of the Roman Empire through the Gothic Period . Special attention will be paid to the intersection between Medieval religious traditions and the visual arts.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2200.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3850 - Renaissance Art


    Presentation of Renaissance art from the thirteenth through the sixteenth centuries, including the pre-Renaissance, Renaissance, and Mannerist styles. Special attention will be paid to the intersection between contemporary religious and political traditions and the visual arts. The class will focus on the Italian tradition, but will include examples from the Northern Renaissance.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2210.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3890 - European and American Art 1900—1945


    Emphasis is placed upon the roots of contemporary trends and the contributions of individuals to new modes of presentation in Europe and America. Major developments, including Fauvism, Cubism, Expressionism, and Surrealism are discussed using both traditional and current methods of analysis.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2210.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3900 - Twentieth-Century Art: 1945 to Present


    Major trends in art since World War II are discussed. Emphasis is placed upon contemporary methods of art theory and criticism.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2210.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 3920 - Twentieth Century Design History


    Major trends in design in the past 100 years, beginning with the Arts and Crafts movement through post modernism. Major developments include Art Nouveau, Art Deco and the Bauhaus. Art forms include architecture, interior design, graphics, illustration and crafts.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2210.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 4350 - Art of the Book


    Discussion of the art of book illustration from medieval to modern times. The class will examine various approaches to layout and design, as well as different theories of illustration and narration.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ART 2200 and 2210.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 4360 - Contemporary/Alternative Art


    Examination of how painting and sculpture in the 20th century began to give way to new forms of artistic expression. Media to be considered will include recent video, computer, performance, and installation art. The works will be approached in relationship to earlier 20th-century sources such as Dada, Surrealism, and Fluxus.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2210.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 4370 - History of Photography


    Survey of photography from its early years to the present with emphasis on its aesthetic, historical, technical, and social contexts.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2210.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 4480 - Photography III


    A course that provides an introduction to the view camera, studio lighting, and advanced techniques in black and white, and color photography. Technical assignments will focus on the mastery of this equipment and the integration of advanced skills into creative work.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 3480.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 4520 - Preparation for Art Teaching (Secondary)


    This course is designed to provide the art education student with the professional knowledge, skills, and practice for teaching in middle and high schools. It focuses on developing teaching strategies that include writing outcome statements, developing appropriate curriculum and activity materials, developing assessment techniques, and developing classroom management techniques and professional classroom methods. The course deals with teaching and understanding techniques for Discipline Based Art Education. Practicum field work is required as part of this course.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ART 2520, 3520, and Art Education major status.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 4560 - Introduction to Time-Based Media


    A course that provides an introduction to multimedia authoring software that combines image, text, animation, video, sound, or user interactivity. The class will focus on the effective presentation of ideas and the development of well-crafted and effective user interfaces.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 3560.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 4600 - Graphic Design V: Advanced Problems


    Applied design problems of an advanced complex nature emphasizing design methodology and research. Input from the community and outside sources will be a focus for the problem solving process. The problems will deal with a series of related parts and involve conventional and new media. The emphasis will be on analysis as it applies to the theoretical and applied project. This will include the experiences of design teams. Computer technology will be utilized. May be taken in conjunction with ART 5800 Intern I.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ART 3510, ART 3610.

    Credits: 3 hours
    Semester Offered: Fall
  
  • ART 4610 - Graphic Design VI: Senior Projects


    Individual Senior Thesis projects. Involves topic research and design solutions to complex problems as a culmination of studies in graphic design. Emphasis will be on research, design process, methodology and innovation. Computer technology will be utilized.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 4600.

    Credits: 4 hours
    Semester Offered: Spring
  
  • ART 4660 - Buddhist Art


    This course is an examination of the major Buddhist traditions in Asia, focusing on the visual arts of India, Nepal, Tibet, and Japan. Particular attention will be given to Buddhist iconography from an historical viewpoint, emphasizing the relationship of the arts and religious practices. The course will also explore the mutual exchanges and influences exerted by Buddhism throughout Asia as well as the distinctive religious expressions within each region.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Art 2230 or Art 3650 or Art 3660 or Art 3670.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 4710 - Special Topics in Photography and Intermedia


    An advanced seminar class which focuses on contemporary critical discourses in photography and intermedia. Critical readings are partnered with studio projects. Course topic varies from semester to semester.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 3480.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 4900 - Graduation Presentation and Seminar-Painting


    Investigation and evaluation of contemporary topics and trends in painting. Students will be exposed to how painters express their ideas through visiting artist programs, exhibitions, workshops and seminars encouraging students to select and develop their own research topic. Preparation and presentation of graduating exhibition in painting to include slide documentation and oral examination or written thesis. Evaluation by a departmental reviewing committee.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Senior standing and BFA candidacy.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 4910 - Graduation Presentation and Seminar-Sculpture


    Investigation and evaluation of contemporary topics and trends in sculpture. Students will be exposed to how sculptors express their ideas through visiting artist programs, exhibitions, workshops and seminars encouraging students to select and develop their own research topic. Preparation and presentation of graduating exhibition in sculpture to include slide documentation and oral examination or written thesis. Evaluation by a departmental reviewing committee.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Senior standing and BFA candidacy.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 4920 - Graduation Presentation and Seminar-Graphic Design


    Investigation and evaluation of contemporary topics and trends in graphic design. Students will be exposed to how graphic designers express their ideas through visiting artist programs, exhibitions, workshops and seminars encouraging students to select and develop their own research topic. Preparation and presentation of graduating exhibition in graphic design to include slide documentation and oral examination or written thesis. Evaluation by a departmental reviewing committee.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Senior standing and BFA candidacy.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 4930 - Graduation Presentation in Photography and Intermedia


    Investigation and evaluation of contemporary topics and trends in photography and intermedia. Students will be exposed to how photographers and intermedia artists express their ideas through visiting artist programs, exhibitions, workshops and seminars encouraging students to select and develop their own research topic. Preparation and presentation of graduating exhibition in photography and intermedia to include slide documentation and oral examination or written thesis. Evaluation by a departmental reviewing committee.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Senior standing and BFA candidacy.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 4940 - Graduation Presentation and Seminar-Printmaking


    Investigation and evaluation of contemporary topics and trends in printmaking. Students will be exposed to how printmakers express their ideas through visiting artist programs, exhibitions, workshops and seminars encouraging students to select and develop their own research topic. Preparation and presentation of graduating exhibition in printmaking to include slide documentation and oral examination or written thesis. Evaluation by a departmental reviewing committee.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Senior standing and BFA candidacy.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 4950 - Graduation Presentation and Seminar-Jewelry/Metalsmithing


    Investigation and evaluation of contemporary topics and trends in jewelry/metalsmithing. Students will be exposed to how jewelers express their ideas through visiting artist programs, exhibitions, workshops and seminars encouraging students to select and develop their own research topic. Preparation and presentation of graduating exhibition in jewelry/metalsmithing to include slide documentation and oral examination or written thesis. Evaluation by a departmental reviewing committee.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Senior standing and BFA candidacy.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 4960 - Graduation Presentation and Seminar-Ceramics


    Investigation and evaluation of contemporary topics and trends in ceramics. Students will be exposed to how ceramists express their ideas through visiting artist programs, exhibitions, workshops and seminars encouraging students to select and develop their own research topic. Preparation and presentation of graduating exhibition in ceramics to include slide documentation and oral examination or written thesis. Evaluation by a departmental reviewing committee.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Senior standing and BFA candidacy.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 4990 - Senior Thesis


    Capstone course required for Art History majors in which the student revises a research paper written in an upper division course in order to produce a paper of publication quality. Art History majors only; registration requires approval by supervising faculty member.

    Credits: 1 hour
  
  • ART 5000 - Independent Studies


    An opportunity for qualified undergraduates to elect an area of special interest and pursue it in depth.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Permission of department. Repeatable for credit.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 1 to 6 hours
  
  • ART 5100 - Drawing Workshop


    Continuation of ART 3100.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 3100. Repeatable for credit.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 1 to 6 hours
  
  • ART 5200 - Independent Study in Art History


    Problems in Art History from ancient times to the present, selected by the individual student in consultation with the instructor.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ART 2200, ART 2210, and an ART 5000-level course in the area of interest; permission of department. Repeatable for credit.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 2 to 3 hours
  
  • ART 5210 - Topics in Art History: Variable Topics


    Investigation of changing topics in art history in class or seminar sessions by advanced students. Course title varies from term to term. Repeatable for credit under a different title.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Art History major or minor with junior status of higher; MFA candidates and other undergraduate and graduate students with permission of instructor.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 5220 - Topics in Medieval and Renaissance Art


    Investigation of changing topics in Medieval and Renaissance art history in seminar sessions. Advanced theory and methods are stressed. Research papers are required. Course has variable topics.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Art History major or minor with junior status or higher; MFA candidates and other undergraduate and graduate students with permission of instructor.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 5230 - Topics in Modern Art


    Investigation of changing topics in modern art in seminar sessions. Advanced theory and methods are stressed. Research papers are required. Course has variable topics. Prerequisites: Art History major or minor with junior status or higher; MFA candidates and other undergraduate and graduate students with permission of instructor.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 5250 - Topics in Asian Art


    Investigation of changing topics in Asian art in seminar sessions. Advanced theory and methods are stressed. Research papers are required. Course has variable topics.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Art History majors or minors with junior status or higher; MFA candidates and other undergraduate and graduate students with permission of instructor.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 5270 - Art History Methods


    Intensive study of the methods, literature, and research techniques used in art historical inquiry and writing.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Art History major or minor with junior status or higher; MFA candidates and other undergraduate and graduate students with permission of instructor.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 5290 - Art History Internship


    Designed to provide Art History majors with professional knowledge and skills in the following areas: gallery, museum, archival, visual resources library work, arts advocacy, and arts administration. Students are supervised by an Art History faculty member and a supervisor in the organization where the student is placed. Art History majors and minors only; registration requires approval by supervising faculty member.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 1 hour
  
  • ART 5300 - Ceramics Workshop


    Advanced work in ceramics on an independent basis.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 3300. Repeatable for credit.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 1 to 6 hours
  
  • ART 5310 - Sculpture Workshop


    Continuation of ART 331. The advanced student explores the expressive possibilities of his or her own individual sculptural direction, with bronze and aluminum casting related techniques.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 3310. Repeatable for credit.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 1 to 6 hours
  
  • ART 5350 - Multi-Media Workshop


    Various forms of art that deviate from conventional media, such as light, kinetic, and performance art. The student is expected to have a solid background in one of the traditional art forms, such as ceramics, painting, sculpture, printmaking, drawing, graphic design or metals.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Permission of instructor is required. Repeatable for credit.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 1 to 6 hours
  
  • ART 5380 - Jewelry and Metalsmithing Workshop


    Advanced work in jewelry design and metalsmithing. Students collaborate with the instructor to plan a suitable and particular direction for study.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 3380. Repeatable for credit.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 1 to 6 hours
  
  • ART 5400 - Painting Workshop


    Continuation of ART 3400.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 3400.

    Notes: Repeatable for credit. Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 1 to 6 hours
  
  • ART 5410 - Printmaking Workshop


    An advanced workshop for experienced printmaking students; all printmaking media available; emphasis on development of personal concepts and refinement of methods appropriate to individual needs through research.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 3410 or 3430 or 3460.

    Notes: Repeatable for credit. Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 1 to 6 hours
  
  • ART 5420 - Watercolor Workshop


    Continuation of advanced watercolor techniques with emphasis on experimentation.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 3420.

    Notes: Repeatable for credit. Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 1 to 6 hours
  
  • ART 5480 - Photography Workshop


    Professional development through research in advanced projects. Course is repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 4480.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 1 to 4 hours
  
  • ART 5520 - Preparation for Art Teaching


    A course dealing with: the current social problems and issues which affect teaching and learning in the visual arts at all levels of the public school; the creative person, product, process, and press (environment); phenomena of perceptual learning; the actual construction of an operant art curriculum for the elementary, middle, and high school programs.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ART 4520 and art education major status.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ART 5530 - Independent Studies in Art Education


    An arranged elective course in which the student investigates and researches a problem, a project, or trends in art education. (Not to be taken in place of required art education courses.)

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ART 2520, ART 3520, ART 4520, ART 5520 and permission of the art education area coordinator.

    Notes: This course is open to graduate and non-degree level students. Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 1 to 6 hours
  
  • ART 5560 - Video


    A course that provides an advanced studio experience for students interested in working with computer tools and ideas that have affected the growth of new visual media. The class begins with the introduction to single camera video production strategies, concepts, and non-linear video editing. This course is repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ART 4560.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 1 to 4 hours
  
  • ART 5700 - Intern I


    Design practicum in Design Center. Involves an introduction to problem-solving for clients from the community and university. Focus is on the design process from concept to completion and involves client contact, budget preparation, electronic pre-press production and interface with printers and the printing industry.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ART 3510, ART 3610.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 3 hours
    Semester Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • ART 5710 - Intern II


    Design practicum in Design Center. Involves problem solving for clients from the community and university. Focus is on the design process from concept to completion and involves design team experience, client contact, budget preparation, electronic pre-press production and interface with printers and printing industry. Credits are variable due to the fact that larger, more intense projects are sometimes given and the credits are determined by the depth of the project.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ART 4600, ART 5800.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 3 to 6 hours
    Semester Offered: Spring
  
  • ART 5900 - Drawing and Painting Studio


    An instructor-directed graduate level course of study that helps the student develop a personal pictorial language, explore a variety of aesthetic concepts, investigate different processes while working with both traditional and non-traditional materials/media, and become familiar with contemporary art theories in drawing and painting. The primary focus of this course of study is on the making of original works of art and integrating new understandings into one’s own pedagogy.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Admission to Master of Arts in Art Education program.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • ART 5920 - Photography Studio


    An instructor-directed graduate level course of study that helps the student develop a personal pictorial language, explore a variety of aesthetic concepts, investigate different processes while working with both traditional and non-traditional photography media and materials. Students will become familiar with contemporary art theories related to photography. The primary focus of this course of study is on the making of original works of art and integrating new understandings into one’s personal pedagogy.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Admission to Master of Arts in Art Education program.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • ART 5930 - Digital Imaging Studio


    An instructor-directed graduate level course of study that helps the student develop a personal pictorial language, explore a variety of aesthetic concepts, and investigate different processes while working with digital technologies. Students will become familiar with contemporary art theories. The primary focus of this course of study is on the making of original works of art and integrating new understandings into one’s own pedagogy.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Admission to Master of Arts in Art Education program.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • ART 5940 - Ceramics Studio


    An instructor-director graduate level course of study that helps the student explore the limits of clay, work toward a significant degree of growth, be innovative and creative, and gain insight and personal experience of ceramic process and technique. Traditional and contemporary approaches to clay will be demonstrated. Primary focus will be on ceramic objects, both functional and sculptural.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Admission to Master of Arts in Art Education program.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • ART 5950 - Sculpture Studio


    An instructor-directed graduate level course of study that helps the student develop a personal visual language, explore a variety of aesthetic concepts, and investigate different processes while working with both traditional and non-traditional sculpture media/materials. Students will become familiar with contemporary art theories related to sculpture. The primary focus of this course of study is on the making of original works of art and integrating new understandings into one’s personal pedagogy.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Admission to Master of Arts in Art Education program.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • ART 5960 - Printmaking Studio


    An instructor-directed graduate level course of study that helps the student develop a personal pictorial language, explore a variety of aesthetic concepts, investigate different processes while working with both traditional and non-traditional printmaking media and materials. Students will become familiar with contemporary art theories related to printmaking. The primary focus of this course of study is on the making of original works of art and integrating new understandings into one’s personal pedagogy.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Admission to Master of Arts in Art Education program.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • ART 5970 - Jewelry and Metalsmithing Studio


    An instructor-directed graduate level course of study that helps the student develop a personal visual language, explore a variety of aesthetic concepts, investigate different processes while working with both traditional and non-traditional media and materials. Students will become familiar with contemporary art theories related to jewelry and metalsmithing. The primary focus of this course of study is on the making of original works of art and integrating new understandings into one’s personal pedagogy.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Admission to Master of Arts in Art Education program.

    Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students

    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • AVS 1110 - Foundation of the United States Air Force


    Introduction to the U.S. Air Force today. Mission and organization; group leadership problems; introduction to communication skills. Leadership laboratory.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department approval required.

    Credits: 1 hour
  
  • AVS 1120 - Foundation of the United States Air Force II


    Introduction to the U.S. Air Force today. Mission and organization; group leadership problems; introduction to communication skills. Leadership laboratory.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department approval required.

    Credits: 1 hour
  
  • AVS 1200 - Introduction to Aviation


    This course surveys the major topics in the aviation industry. Components of the course include history, regulations, air space, fundamentals of flight, propulsion, and navigation. Basic crew concepts are introduced and various career paths are investigated. Corporate, airline and airport operations are discussed.

    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • AVS 1210 - Aerodynamics and Performance


    Theory of flight, aircraft structure and control, propulsion, performance, and weight and balance. Students in AFAJ, AFBJ, AVAJ, MTCJ only.

    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • AVS 1220 - Aircraft Systems


    Flight, navigation, and electrical systems. Maintenance and airworthiness requirements. Students in AFAJ, AFBJ, AVAJ, MTCJ only. Recommend taking AVS 1230 concurrently.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • AVS 1230 - Aircraft Systems Laboratory


    This is a laboratory which relates to the topics covered in AVS 1220. It provides hands on familiarization and training with the construction, operation, and control of light aircraft systems. Students in AFAJ, AFBJ, AVAJ, MTCJ only.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 1220 or taken concurrently (recommend taking concurrently).

    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • AVS 1410 - Certified Accelerated Pilot Training I


    Light aircraft systems and propulsion. Basic systems including engine, propeller, flight controls, electrical, fuel, landing gear and brakes. Principles of flight and control. Aerodynamics and performance, weight and balance. Flight physiology and the effects of flight on human performance, Includes a systems laboratory. Students in AFAJ and AFBJ only.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Department approval required, and AVS 1200, GEOG 1050, MATH 2000, PHYS 1070/1080 or PHYS 1130/1140. May be taken concurrently with AVS 1420.

    Credits: 8 hours
  
  • AVS 1420 - Certified Accelerated Pilot Training II


    Introduction to flight procedures and rules. Theory and practice of visual flight operations and navigation. Aviation meteorology. Includes a flight laboratory. Students in AFAJ and AFBJ only.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 1410 (or taken concurrently) and department approval.

    Credits: 8 hours
  
  • AVS 2050 - Aviation Safety


    Physiological and psychological factors relating to flight safety emphasizing cause and effect of airplane accidents and related problem-solving processes. Includes a systems approach to safety program development and management.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 1050 or consent of instructor.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • AVS 2060 - Flight Physiology


    Effects of high altitude flight on the human body, flying and health, first aid and survival. Attention will also be given to information processing and perception in flight.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 2050.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • AVS 2070 - Crew Resource Management


    Social and task requirements of effective group performance. Topics include communications, leadership, roles, decision making, resources and team building.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 1200, COM 1700, and PSY 1000 (or taken concurrently).

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • AVS 2110 - The Evolution of USAF and Space Power I


    Air Force heritage. Evolution of air power concepts and doctrine; introduction to ethics and values; introduction to leadership; continuing application of communication skills. Leadership laboratory.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department approval required.

    Credits: 1 hour
  
  • AVS 2120 - Aviation Meteorology


    Application of meteorology principles to flight operations. Topics include aviation forecasts, weather maps, NOTAMs, international weather patterns and information formats, weather radar, TCAS, and the role and responsibilities of ATC in weather observation and reporting.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: GEOG 2250.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • AVS 2130 - The Evolution of USAF and Space Power II


    Air Force leaders. Role of technology in the growth of air power; introduction to Quality Air Force; group leadership problems; continuing application of communication skills. Leadership laboratory.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department approval required.

    Credits: 1 hour
  
  • AVS 2210 - Professional Flight I Theory


    Ground instruction leading to the successful completion of the Private Pilot Knowledge Exam. Students in AFAJ, AFBJ, AVAJ, MTCJ only. DF

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Chief flight instructor approval, AVS 1200, AVS 1210, AVS 1220, or AVS 1230, or taken concurrently. (Application required for approval by chief flight instructor, FAA 2nd class medical certificate required.) Corequisite: AVS 2220.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • AVS 2220 - Professional Flight I Lab


    Initial flight and simulator instruction in aeronautical skills and knowledge necessary for private pilot certification and select commercial pilot applications. Students in AFAJ, AFBJ, AVAJ, MTCJ only.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Chief flight instructor approval Application required for approval by chief flight instructor, FAA 2nd class medical certificate required. Corequisite: AVS 2210.

    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • AVS 2410 - Certified Accelerated Pilot Training III


    Instrument flight procedures and rules. Theory and practice of IFR enroute and airport operations. Aviation safety concepts and practices. Includes a flight laboratory. Students in AFAJ and AFBJ only.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 1420 and department approval.

    Credits: 8 hours
  
  • AVS 2420 - Certified Accelerated Pilot Training IV


    Advance navigation systems and international navigation. Long range flight planning and transport aircraft performance. Advance aerodynamics and performance. Crew resource management, cockpit communication and decision-making. Students in AFAJ and AFBJ only.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 2410 or taken concurrently and department approval required.

    Credits: 8 hours
  
  • AVS 2610 - Maintenance Regulations


    Regulatory structure and legal environment impacting aviation maintenance operations and practices. Including discussion of the Federal Aviation Regulations rule making process, legal documentation, and maintenance publications required for repair station and airworthiness. Students in MTCJ only.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 1200.

    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • AVS 2620 - Aircraft Structures I


    Basic aircraft structures including materials, assembly methods, inspection and repair. Primary and secondary flight control operations and rigging, finishing and corrosion control, and aircraft drawings are also covered. Students in MTCJ only.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 1200, PHYS 1070/1080, CHEM 1100/1110.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • AVS 2630 - Basic Aircraft Engines


    Introduction of basic power plants concepts and principles, including Otto, Diesel, and Brayton cycles of operation. Laboratory work includes engine disassembly. Students in MTCJ only.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 1200, PHYS 1070/1080, CHEM 1100/1110.

    Credits: 4 hours
  
  • AVS 2640 - Aircraft Electrical I


    Laboratory study of basic electricity including electron theory, Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff’s laws, electrical power, series and parallel circuits, and aircraft electrical wiring. Students in MTCJ only.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: PHYS 1070/1080, CS 1050, MATH 2000.

    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • AVS 2650 - Aircraft Propellers


    Theory of propellers, constant speed propellers and turboprop propellers, propeller control systems and auxiliary systems, airworthiness inspection, maintenance and repair practices. Students in MTCJ only.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: PHYS 1070/1080.

    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • AVS 2770 - Flight Simulator Laboratory


    Ten hours of individual ground instruction and a 10 hour block of instruction in one of the university’s flight simulators applicable to initial training in instruments, flight instruction or multi-engine; for recurrentcy training; or for preparation of FAA and airline flight checks. Students in AFAJ and AFBJ only.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Approval of chief flight instructor. Application required for approval by chief flight instructor.

    Credits: 1 hour
  
  • AVS 2800 - Transportation Technology: Policy, Perils, and Promise


    Introduction to transportation technologies. Survey the development of transportation policy and the key players in policy decision-making. Case studies will be used to explore issues in the practical application of transportation and how these technologies impact society, including demographics, work, and the environment.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • AVS 3060 - Advanced Aerodynamics and Performance


    Advanced aerodynamics and flight principles related to airplane operations and performance. Design concepts for high performance, supersonic and special use airplanes are studied to enable pilots to understand and predict airplane performance and limitations in a wide range of flight applications with special regard for speed and configuration.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: PHYS 1070/1080, AVS 1210, AVS 1220, AVS 1230.

    Credits: 3 hours
 

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