ART 4201 -Advanced Painting
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Creating and controlling pictorial space and form and their relationship to concept and composition. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite(s):ART 2211 Minimum Grade of D or ART 2251 Minimum Grade of D. This course may be repeated 2 times.Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
ART 4301 -Advanced Print and Paper
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Self-directed study in printmaking and papermaking processes. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite(s):ART 3301 Minimum Grade of D or ART 379 Minimum Grade of D or ART 3311 Minimum Grade of D or ART 377 Minimum Grade of D or ART 375 Minimum Grade of D or ART 385 Minimum Grade of D. This course may be repeated 2 times.Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
ART 4401 -Advanced Ceramics
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Directed study. Offered fall and spring semesters. Prerequisite(s):ART 3401 Minimum Grade of D. This course may be repeated 2 times.Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
ART 4501 -Advanced Sculpture
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Directed study. Offered fall and spring semesters. Prerequisite(s):ART 3501 Minimum Grade of D or (ART 360 Minimum Grade of D and ART 370 Minimum Grade of D) or ART 3511 Minimum Grade of D or ART 365 Minimum Grade of D. This course may be repeated 2 times.Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
ART 4691 -Seminar in Art and Design
1 to 3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
May repeat as topic varies. This course may be repeated 4 times.
ART 4801 -Advanced Book Arts
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Relationship between the book, text and image through narrative, pacing, and techniques in illustration, drawing and printmaking. Traditional and non-traditional applications utilized. May repeat to 6 credits. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite(s):ART 2801 Minimum Grade of D. This course may be repeated 2 times.Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
ART 4901 -Senior Capstone in Art 1
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Yearlong investigative project that synthesizes liberal arts and major learning objectives. Offered fall semester. Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
ART 4911 -Senior Capstone in Art 2
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Culmination and presentation of demonstrated knowledge of practices, methods, theories, concepts, and issues. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite(s):ART 4901 Minimum Grade of C. Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts, Critical and Creative Thinking, Effective Comm Non-Writing, Effective Comm Writing.
ART 4921 -Externship
1 to 3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Supervised field experience in an approved studio, agency, firm, department, museum, university, arts organization, or non-profit. International or domestic study may count toward requirement with department authorization. Formal presentation to department required after completion. Offered fall and spring semesters. This course is repeatable for a total of 9 hours.Course Attributes: Requires Instructor Approval.
ART 4981 -Independent Study in Art
1 to 3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
May repeat as topic varies. Offered fall and spring semesters. Unlimited repeats permitted.
ART 4991 -Special Topics in Art and Design
1 to 3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
May repeat as topic varies. This course may be repeated 2 times.
DSGN 1101 -Photography and Communication
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Communication in the context of image creation; composition and technical skills through aesthetics and style. Methods in concept, image and form development, presentation formats, sequence and narrative. Offered spring semester. Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts, GE_Knwlg/Princ of Aesthetics.
DSGN 1201 -Introductory Visual Communication Design
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Basic methods, processes, language, composition and theory of working in two-dimensional communication design. Emphasis on problem analysis, creative concept development, analytical and technical skills. Offered fall semester. Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts, Critical and Creative Thinking, Effective Comm Non-Writing, GE_Knwlg/Princ of Aesthetics.
DSGN 1301 -Typography
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Examines typographic changes brought about through cultural, political and sociological influences; language theories; and technological development. Integrates lessons from the past with contemporary theory and technology. Lectures based on four language components: letter and word, sentence and meaning, language and structure, text and textuality. Offered fall semester. Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts, GE_Knwlg/Princ of Aesthetics.
DSGN 1981 -Special Topics in Design
1 Credit Grading mode is S/U
Topics in design. Enrollment restricted to attendees of the Summer Honors Institute. May repeat as topic varies. This course may be repeated 3 times.
DSGN 1991 -Special Topics in Design
1 to 3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
May repeat as topic varies. This course may be repeated 2 times.
DSGN 2101 -Advanced Photography and Communication
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Visual language in context of form, content and meaning; aesthetics and style; sequence and narrative. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite(s):DSGN 1101 Minimum Grade of D or ART 240 Minimum Grade of D. This course may be repeated 1 time.Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
DSGN 2401 -Narrative Structures
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Design thinking and the exploration of the nature and practice of visual communication as a story-telling and framing activity in print media. Emphasis on research, concept development and technical skills. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite(s):DSGN 1301 Minimum Grade of D or ART 223 Minimum Grade of D. Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
DSGN 2601 -Design Research Methods
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Research design, gathering, analysis, application and presentation of information for graphic designers. Emphasis on role of research in problem solving process, from initial client intake, to problem definition, design requirements, screening, selection and refinement, to implementation and postproject evaluation. Offered alternate fall semesters. Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
DSGN 2651 -History of Graphic Design
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Events, ideas, movements, artifacts and designers that have historical significance and influence on contemporary graphic design and the profession. Exploration of the role of design in society and the nature, influence and impact of changing design methods, materials, technologies, theories and values. Offered alternate fall semesters. Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
DSGN 2801 -Design for Social Change
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Design thinking and the examination of historical, cultural, political or environmental relationships as it pertains to the ways in which design can improve our world. May repeat as topic varies. Offered alternate spring semesters. This course may be repeated 2 times.Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
DSGN 2991 -Special Topics in Design
1 to 3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
May repeat as topic varies. This course may be repeated 2 times.
DSGN 3401 -Packaging and Identity Design
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Investigation of comprehensive applied problems in visual communication addressing design identity, branding programs and consumer-oriented design. Offered fall semester. Prerequisite(s):DSGN 1301 Minimum Grade of D or ART 340 Minimum Grade of D. Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
DSGN 3501 -Persuasive Design
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Examination of form, content and context that shape persuasive communication including commercial, political and social contexts; persuasive strategies, critical techniques and ethical issues in shaping design. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite(s):DSGN 2401 Minimum Grade of D or ART 341 Minimum Grade of D. Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
DSGN 3551 -Advertising Design 1
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Form and content that shape communication branding strategies in advertising design. Examination of concept development, the psychology of effective visual messages and the creative, intelligent, emotional and persuasive writing/images of ad campaigns. Offered alternate spring semesters. Prerequisite(s):DSGN 2401 Minimum Grade of D or ART 340 Minimum Grade of D. Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
DSGN 3561 -Advertising Design 2
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Design thinking of integrated communications into media, three-dimensional artifacts and campaigns as an extension of brand experience and strategic solutions. Offered alternate spring semesters. Prerequisite(s):DSGN 2401 Minimum Grade of D. Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
DSGN 3701 -Visual Interface Design
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Communication design of visual interfaces and the analytical behavioral, cognitive and linguistic dimensions of designing for dynamic information environments. May repeat to 6 credits. Offered fall semester. Prerequisite(s):DSGN 1301 Minimum Grade of D or ART 340 Minimum Grade of D. This course is repeatable for a total of 3 hours.Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
DSGN 3751 -Interactive Design and Identity
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Design thinking and processes in the context of e-commerce, branding and identity, usability and hierarchical form. May repeat to 6 credits. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite(s):DSGN 1301 Minimum Grade of D or ART 341 Minimum Grade of D. This course is repeatable for a total of 3 hours.Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
DSGN 3991 -Special Topics in Design
1 to 3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
May repeat as topic varies. This course may be repeated 2 times.
DSGN 4201 -Advanced Visual Communication Design
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Design thinking and processes in the context of transformation design; interdisciplinary design issues addressed as a means of participation, response, adaptation and innovation beyond traditional design solutions to create fundamental change. May repeat as topic varies. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite(s):DSGN 3501 Minimum Grade of D or ART 440 Minimum Grade of D. This course may be repeated 2 times.Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
DSGN 4601 -Professional Practices in Design
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
In-house design and project management issues with emphasis on collaborative communication problem-solving, designer/client relationships, research strategies, legal issues, production methods and ethics in design. Offered fall semester. This course may be repeated 2 times.Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
DSGN 4691 -Seminar in Design
1 to 3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
May repeat as topic varies. This course may be repeated 4 times.
DSGN 4901 -Senior Capstone in Design 1
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Yearlong investigative project that synthesizes liberal arts and departments learning objectives. Offered fall semester. Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts.
DSGN 4911 -Senior Capstone in Design 2
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Culmination and presentation of demonstrated knowledge of practices, methods, theories, concepts, and issues. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite(s):DSGN 4901 Minimum Grade of C. Course Attributes: AS-FINRT Fine Arts, Critical and Creative Thinking, Effective Comm Non-Writing, Effective Comm Writing.
DSGN 4921 -Internship
1 to 3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Supervised field experience in an approved commercial studio, agency, firm, department, museum, gallery, arts organization, or non-profit. Approval of department required prior to registration. Formal presentation to department required after completion. May repeat, but only 12 credits count toward graduation. Offered fall and spring semesters. This course is repeatable for a total of 11 hours.Course Attributes: Requires Instructor Approval.
DSGN 4981 -Independent Study in Design
1 to 3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
May repeat as topic varies. Unlimited repeats permitted.
DSGN 4991 -Special Topics in Design
1 to 3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
May repeat as topic varies. This course may be repeated 2 times.
BIOL 1031 -Life and Earth Sciences for Early and Middle Childhood Education Majors
4 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Survey of fundamental principles in life and earth sciences, including cell biology, genetics & inheritance, earth science, evolution, and ecology, as they affect and have affected life on earth. DOES NOT SATISFY ANY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MAJOR IN BIOLOGY, MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE, ENVIRONMENTAL AND FIELD BIOLOGY, OR MOLECULAR BIOLOGY. Formerly BIOL 103. There is an additional fee for this course. May not be enrolled in one of the following Major fields of study: Biology, Environmental and Field Bio, Forensic Biology, Medical Laboratory Science, Molecular Biology. Course Attributes: AS - Math \ Natural Sciences, GE_Knowledge of Phys/Nat World, Scientific and Quant Literacy.
BIOL 1101 -Principles and Concepts of Human Biology
4 Credits Normal Grading Mode
This course is designed to take the basic principles of cell structure and function and incorporate them into a working knowledge of the organ systems of the human body by using hands-on experiments and laboratory exercises to reinforce concepts presented in lecture. Formerly BIOL 110. There is an additional fee for this course. Must be enrolled in one of the following Fields of Study: Criminal Justice, Nursing, Pharmaceutical/Healthcare Bus, Public Health. Course Attributes: AS - Math \ Natural Sciences, GE_Knowledge of Phys/Nat World.
BIOL 1201 -Introductory Biology
4 Credits Normal Grading Mode
An introduction to the concepts underlying the structure and function of cells including their organization, chemical foundations, metabolism, and the principles and mechanisms of heredity and gene expression. Laboratory activities emphasize the scientific method in exploring these topics. There is an additional fee for this course. May not be enrolled in one of the following Departments: Biological & Allied Health Sci. Course Attributes: AS - Math \ Natural Sciences, GE_Knowledge of Phys/Nat World.
BIOL 1311 -Biology 1: Cells and Molecules
4 Credits Normal Grading Mode
An introduction to the concepts underlying the structure and function of cells including their organization, chemical foundations, metabolism, and the principles and mechanisms of heredity and gene expression. Laboratory activities emphasize the scientific method in exploring these topics. There is an additional fee for this course. Offered fall and spring semesters. Must be enrolled in one of the following Fields of Study: Biochemistry ACS Certified, Biology, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Education, Environmental and Field Bio, Forensic Biology, Mechanical Engineering, M Course Attributes: AS - Math \ Natural Sciences, GE_Knowledge of Phys/Nat World, Scientific and Quant Literacy.
BIOL 1321 -Biology 2: Organismal Biology
4 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Comprehensive integrated study of plant and animal anatomy and physiology focusing on the major systems. Corresponding inquiry-based laboratories complement the lecture. There is an additional fee for this course. Offered fall and spring semesters. Prerequisite(s):BIOL 1311 Minimum Grade of D. Must be enrolled in one of the following Fields of Study: Biochemistry ACS Certified, Biology, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Education, Environmental and Field Bio, Forensic Biology, Mechanical Engineering, M Course Attributes: AS - Math \ Natural Sciences.
BIOL 1351 -Human Anatomy and Histology
4 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Basic anatomy of human tissues and organ systems at the gross and microscopic levels. DOES NOT SATISFY ANY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MAJOR IN BIOLOGY OR MOLECULAR BIOLOGY. Corresponding laboratories complement the lecture. There is an additional fee for this course. Offered fall and spring semesters. Prerequisite(s):BIOL 1201 Minimum Grade of D or BIOL 1311 Minimum Grade of D. Course Attributes: AS - Math \ Natural Sciences.
BIOL 1911 -Summer Honors Institute
1 to 3 Credits Grading mode is S/U
Topics in the Biological and Allied Health Sciences field. Enrollment is restricted to attendees of the Summer Honors Institute. May be repeated as the topic varies. This course may be repeated 6 times.Course Attributes: Requires Instructor Approval.
BIOL 1951 -Biology Orientation
1 Credit Grading mode is S/U
Presentations and discussions relating to adjustment and requirements of academic life within the University, College and the Department of Biological & Allied Health Sciences. Offered spring semester.
BIOL 2001 -Biology 3: Diversity of Life
4 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Investigations of ecological and evolutionary processes, biodiversity, phylogenetic relationships, and paleogeography. There is an additional fee for this course. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite(s):BIOL 1321 Minimum Grade of D. Must be enrolled in one of the following Fields of Study: Biochemistry ACS Certified, Biology, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Education, Environmental and Field Bio, Forensic Biology, Mechanical Engineering, M Course Attributes: AS - Math \ Natural Sciences.
BIOL 2011 -Environmental Issues
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The interaction of humans and their surroundings with an emphasis on the problems arising from increasing human population, pollution, and resource use. Offered fall and spring semesters. Course Attributes: AS - Math \ Natural Sciences, GE_Knowledge of Phys/Nat World, Scientific and Quant Literacy.
BIOL 2041 -Systematic Plant Survey
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The phylogeny, classification, morphology, and development of selected plant and algal taxa. Formerly BIOL 204. There is an additional fee for this course. Offered alternate years. Prerequisite(s):BIOL 2001 Minimum Grade of D. Course Attributes: AS - Math \ Natural Sciences.
BIOL 2101 -Genetics
4 Credits Normal Grading Mode
This course covers Mendelian, Molecular and Population Genetics, with a focus on genotype to phenotype correlations at the biochemical and cellular levels. Emphasis on human genetics. Sub-Topics covered include: Meiosis, Mendel's Laws, Pedigrees and Probability, Recombination, Gene Mapping, Gene Interactions and Mutations. Labs are project-based utilizing prokaryotic and eukaryotic model organisms. There is an additional fee for this course. Offered fall and spring semesters. Prerequisite(s):BIOL 1311 Minimum Grade of D and (CHEM 1721 Minimum Grade of D or CHEM 1821 Minimum Grade of D). Course Attributes: AS - Math \ Natural Sciences.
BIOL 2131 -Natural History
2 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The recognition, identification, and understanding of local biotic communities and their inhabitants. Field study is emphasized. There is an additional fee for this course. Offered spring semester. Course Attributes: AS - Math \ Natural Sciences, Informed Ethical Responses, Scientific and Quant Literacy.
BIOL 2151 -Microbiology for Nurses
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The characteristics and control of microorganisms related to human infectious disease. Prerequisite(s):BIOL 2311 Minimum Grade of D or BIOL 231 Minimum Grade of D. Corequisite(s): BIOL 2321. Must be enrolled in one of the following Fields of Study: Nursing, Pharmaceutical/Healthcare Bus, Public Health. Course Attributes: AS - Math \ Natural Sciences.
BIOL 2171 -Molecular Biology
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
This course covers the structure and function of DNA, RNA and Proteins and is divided into three primary modules: 1.) Molecular Biotechnology 2.) DNA Structure, Organization and Replication 3.) Control of Gene Expression. Primary literature is utilized to connect lecture content with breakthroughs in molecular biology and the biomedical sciences. Current techniques, data analysis and experimental design are also stressed. Ethical considerations associated with biotechnology are discussed. Offered Spring Semester. Prerequisite(s):BIOL 2101 Minimum Grade of D. Course Attributes: AS - Math \ Natural Sciences.
BIOL 2191 -Forensic Biology 1
4 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Introduction and Investigating the Crime Scene, Identifying and Processing Physical Evidence including, Hair and Fibers, Glass, Fingerprints, Questioned Documents, Firearms, Inorganic substances: Determination of Trace Metals from Gunshot Residue, Arson, Drugs of Abuse, Toxicology, Biological Fluids and Introduction to Forensic DNA Typing, Explosives and Detection of Weapons of Mass Destruction will be covered. Introduction to theory and practice of forensic chemical analysis from spot tests through instrumentation including practical application of this instrumentation. There is an additional fee for this course. High school biology, chemistry and physics are required. Offered fall semester. Prerequisite(s):BIOL 1311 Minimum Grade of C or BIOL 123 Minimum Grade of C. Course Attributes: AS - Math \ Natural Sciences.
BIOL 2231 -Invertebrate Zoology
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The diversity, ecology, evolution, morphology and developmental biology of invertebrate animals. Emphasis on major phyla. There is an additional fee for this course. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite(s):BIOL 2001 Minimum Grade of D or BIOL 123 Minimum Grade of D. Course Attributes: AS - Math \ Natural Sciences.