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Department
of Language, Literature, and Fine Arts
Course Descriptions
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ART 100 Art Appreciation 3
Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is designed to help the student find personal meaning in works of art
and develop a better understanding of the nature and validity of art. Emphasis
is on the diversity of form and content in original art work. Upon completion,
students should understand the fundamentals of art, the materials used and have
a basic overview of the history of art.
ART
101 Art Workshop I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
The
course provides an art experience for both non-art and art majors who are
interested in a variety of art projects concerned with community or college
related activities. Emphasis is placed on the organization of ideas in
advancing their creative process. Upon completion, students should be able to
present visual evidence of the activities involved and explain how the
experience advanced their artistic skills.
ART
102 Art Workshop II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ART 101 and/or as required by program
This
course provides an art experience for both non-art and art majors who are
interested in a variety of art projects concerned with community or college
related activities. Emphasis is placed on the organization of ideas in
advancing their creative process. Upon completion, students should be able to
present visual evidence of the activities involved and explain how the
experience advanced their artistic skills.
ART
103 Introduction to Art I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is designed as an introduction to the basic fundamentals of art.
Emphasis is placed on personal expression and an understanding of the various
art media. Upon completion, students should be able to express creative ideas
visually and become more aware of media and how it effects communication.
ART
104 Introduction to Art II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ART
103 and/or as required by program
This
course provides the opportunity for students to work with media problems beyond
Introduction to Art I. Emphasis is placed on personal expression and an
understanding of various art materials and techniques. Upon completion,
students should improve their ability to express creative ideas visually.
ART
113 Drawing I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides the opportunity to develop perceptional and technical skills in
a variety of media. Emphasis is placed on communication through experimenting
with composition, subject matter and technique. Upon completion, students
should demonstrate and apply the fundamentals of art to various creative
drawing projects.
ART
114 Drawing II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): Drawing
I and/or as required by program
This
course advances the students drawing skills in various art media. Emphasis is
placed on communication through experimentation, composition, technique and
personal expression. Upon completion, students should demonstrate creative
drawing skills, the application of the fundamentals of art, and the communication
of personal thoughts and feelings.
ART
121 Two Dimensional
Composition I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course introduces the basic of concepts of two-dimensional design. Topics
include the elements and principles of design with emphasis on the arrangements
and relationships among them. Upon completion, students should demonstrate an
effective use of these elements and principles of design in creating
two-dimensional compositions.
ART
122 Two Dimensional
Composition II
3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ART 121 and/or as required by
program
This
course covers the theories and practice of composing two-dimensional images.
Emphasis is placed on the relation between the basic elements and principles of
design and their impact on the visual message. Upon completion, students
should, through personal expression, demonstrate an effective use of these
elements and principles of design in creating two-dimensional compositions.
ART
126 Color 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course introduces the student to the fundamentals of color and color uses.
Topics include various color theories, technical skills in mixing color, types
of pigment and the expressive uses of color. Upon completion, students should
be able to explain and demonstrate a fundamental understanding of color as it
is used in the development of assigned color problems.
ART
127 Three Dimensional
Composition 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ART
113, 121, and/or as required by program
This
course introduces art materials and principles of design that acquaint the
beginner with the fundamentals of three-dimensional art. Emphasis is placed on
the use of art fundamentals and the creative exploration of materials in
constructing three-dimensional art works. Upon completion, students should
demonstrate basic technical skills and a personal awareness of the creative
potential inherent in three-dimensional art forms.
ART
133 Ceramics I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course introduces methods of clay forming as a means of expression. Topics may
include hand building, wheel throwing, glazing, construction, design, and the
functional and aesthetic aspects of pottery. Upon completion, students should
demonstrate through their work, a knowledge of the methods, as well as an
understanding of the craftsmanship and aesthetics involved in ceramics.
ART
134 Ceramics II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ART
133 and/or as required by program
This
course develops the methods of clay forming as a means of expression. Topics
may include hand building, glazing, design and the functional and aesthetic
aspects of pottery, although emphasis will be placed on the wheel throwing
method. Upon completion, students should demonstrate improved craftsmanship and
aesthetic quality in the production of pottery.
ART
143 Crafts II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is an introduction to various creative crafts, which may include work
with fibers, metal, glass or other media. Emphasis is placed on processes,
techniques, materials and creative expression. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate creative uses of materials, a knowledge of the
fundamentals of art, and an understanding of craftsmanship, and aesthetic
quality.
ART
203 Art History I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course covers the chronological development of different forms of art, such as
sculpture, painting, and architecture. Emphasis is placed on history from the
ancient period through the Renaissance. Upon completion, students should be
able to communicate a knowledge of time period and chronological sequence
including a knowledge of themes, styles and of the impact of society on the
arts.
ART
204 Art History II 3
Hours
Prerequisite(s): ART
I and/or as required by program
This
course covers a study of the chronological development of different forms of
art, such as sculpture, painting and architecture. Emphasis is placed on history
from the Baroque to the present. Upon completion, students should be able to
communicate a knowledge of time period and chronological sequence including a
knowledge of themes, styles and of the impact of society on the arts.
ART
220 Introduction to Computer
Graphics 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is designed to acquaint the student with the technology, vocabulary, and
procedures used to produce artworks with computers. Emphasis is placed on the
fundamentals of art, creativity, and the understanding of various graphic
software. Upon completion, students should demonstrate a knowledge of computer
graphics through production on a graphic program in a computer environment.
ART
221 Computer Graphics I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
These
courses are designed to enhance the student's ability to produce
computer-generated graphics. Emphasis is on the application of original design
to practical problems using a variety of hardware and software. Upon completion
students should have an understanding of professional computer graphics.
ART
222 Computer Graphics II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is designed to enhance the student's ability to produce an advanced
level of computer-generated graphics. Emphasis is on the application of
original design to practical problems using a variety of hardware and software.
Upon completion students should have an understanding of professional computer
graphics.
ART
231 Watercolor
Painting I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ART
113, 121, and/or as required by program
This
course introduces materials and techniques appropriate to painting on paper
with water-based medium. Emphasis is placed on developing the technical skills
and the expressive qualities of watercolor painting. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in handling the techniques of
watercolor and how it can be used for personal expression.
ART
232 Watercolor Painting II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ART
231 and/or as required by program
This
course advances the skills and techniques of painting on paper using water
based medium. Emphasis is placed on exploring the creative uses of watercolor
and developing professional skills. Upon completion, students should
demonstrate and compile a body of original paintings that reflect a personal
awareness of the media's potential.
ART
233 Painting I 3
Hours
Prerequisite(s): ART
113, 121, and/or as required by program
This
course is designed to introduce the student to fundamental painting processes
and materials. Topics include art fundamentals, color theory, and composition.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the fundamentals of art
and discuss various approaches to the media and the creative processes
associated with painting.
ART
234 Painting II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ART
233 and/or as required by program
This
course is designed to develop the student's knowledge of the materials and
procedures of painting beyond the introductory level. Emphasis is placed on the
creative and technical problems associated with communicating through
composition and style. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
the application of the fundamentals of painting and the creative process to the
communication of ideas.
ART
243 Sculpture I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ART
125, 127, and/or as required by program
This
course provides a study of three-dimensional form by familiarizing students
with sculpting media and techniques. Topics include the fundamentals of art,
sculpting media with emphasis on the creative process. Upon completion,
students should understand the fundamentals of art and three-dimensional form,
as well as the various media and processes associated with sculpture.
ART 244 Sculpture
II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ART
243 and/or as required by program
This
course is designed to sharpen skills in the media and processes of sculpture.
Emphasis is placed on personal expression through three-dimensional form. Upon
completion, students should be able to apply the fundamentals of art, their
knowledge of form, and the sculptural processes to communicating ideas.
ART
251 Lettering I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course introduces script and constructed lettering. Topics include types of
lettering, materials, techniques, styles, layout and composition. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate lettering procedures and
skills that reflect appropriate uses.
ART 252 Lettering
II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ART
251 and/or as required by program
This
course advances the students' lettering skills in script and constructed letter
forms. Emphasis is placed on technical skills and creativity in using the
constructed letter. Upon completion, students should demonstrate through
assigned projects the personal, creative, and competent use of lettering
styles.
ART
253 Graphic Design I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is designed to introduce the study of visual communication through
design. Emphasis is placed on the application of design principles to projects
involving such skills as illustration, layout, typography and production
technology. Upon completion, students should demonstrate a knowledge of the
fundamentals of art and understanding of the relationship between materials,
tools and visual communication.
ART
254 Graphic Design II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ART
253 and/or as required by program
This
course further explores the art of visual communication through design.
Emphasis is placed on the application of design principles to projects
involving such skills as illustration, layout, typography and production
technology. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the knowledge of
the fundamentals of art, material and tools to the communication of ideas.
ART
256 Technical Illustration
I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is a study of illustrated drawings as prepared for industry. Emphasis is
on techniques, perspective and axonometric drawing, and design. Upon completion
the student should be able to apply good design and various illustrative
techniques to enhance renderings.
ART
257 Technical Illustration
II 3
Hours
Prerequisite(s): ART 256 and/or as required
by program
This
course is an advanced study of illustrated drawings as prepared for industry.
Emphasis on techniques, perspective and axonometric drawing, and design. Upon
completion the student should be able to apply good design and various
illustrative techniques to enhance renderings.
ART
258 Photographic and Media
Problems 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course deals with special problems in the student's area of interest. Emphasis
is placed on design, technique and results. Upon completion the student will be
able to produce professional quality photographs in one particular area of photography.
ART
263 Museum Practice I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides an introduction to a variety of museum works, with practical
training supervised by museum staff. Topics may include promotion, shipping, labeling
and hanging of a museum exhibit as well as the study of the work itself. Upon
completion, students should understand the activities surrounding a museum
exhibit and be able to explain how the experience advanced their knowledge of
communicating through art.
ART
283 Graphic Animation I 3
Hours
Prerequisite(s): ART 253, 254, 255, and/or as
required by program
This
course is designed to teach the art of animation as a continuation of the study
of visual communication. Topics include story development, drawing, layout
story boarding, directing, motion control, sound synchronization lighting and
camera operation. Upon completion, students should understand the creative
process as it relates to animation and demonstrate this knowledge through various
projects.
ART
284 Graphic Animation II 3
Hours
Prerequisite(s): ART 253, 254, 255, 283, and/or as
required by program
This course advances the
students' technical and aesthetic knowledge of animation beyond the
introductory level. Topics include story development, drawing, layout, story
boarding, directing, motion control, sound synchronizing, lighting and camera
operation. Upon completion, students should advance his or her understanding of
the creative process as it relates to animation and demonstrate this knowledge
through various projects.
ENG 101 English Composition I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of
ENG 093; or a score of 42 or better on the English section of ASSET; or a score
of 20 or better on the ACT (or equivalent SAT score)
English
Composition I provides instruction and practice in the writing of at least six
(6) extended compositions and the development of analytical and critical
reading skills and basic reference and documentation skills in the composition
process. English Composition I may include instruction and practice in library
usage.
ENG
102 English Composition II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or
better in ENG 101 or the equivalent
English
Composition II provides instruction and practice in the writing of six (6)
formal, analytical essays, at least one of which is a research project using
outside sources and/or references effectively and legally. Additionally,
English Composition II provides instruction in the development of analytical
and critical reading skills in the composition process. English Composition II
may include instruction and practice in library usage.
ENG 127 Vocabulary
Expansion 1-3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is designed to broaden and enrich the student's English vocabulary.
Emphasis is placed on Latin and Greek origins of modern English words;
prefixes, suffixes, and roots; word analysis; etymologies; analogies; and
dictionary usage. Students will demonstrate an understanding of a variety of
formal modern English words.
ENG
130 Technical Report
Writing 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 or the equivalent
This
course provides instruction in the production of technical and/or scientific
reports. Emphasis is placed on research, objectivity, organization,
composition, documentation, and presentation of the report. Students will
demonstrate the ability to produce a written technical or scientific report by
following the prescribed process and format.
ENG 131 Applied
Writing I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): Appropriate score on the ASSET placement
test or the equivalent
This
course is a study of various types of written documents required in scientific,
technical, and other specialized fields. Emphasis is placed on the production
of such documents, including research, documentation, graphical displays, the
abstract, appropriate diction, grammar, punctuation, and audience. Students
will demonstrate the ability to produce effective reports, letters, memoranda,
and similar documents.
ENG
132 Applied Writing II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s) ENG 130 and/or as required by program
A
continuation of ENG 130, this course is a study of various types of written
documents required in scientific, technical, and other specialized fields.
Emphasis is placed on the production of such documents, including research,
documentation, graphical displays, the abstract, appropriate diction, grammar,
punctuation, and audience. Students will demonstrate the ability to produce
effective reports, letters, memoranda, and similar documents.
ENG 246 Creative
Writing I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG
102 and/or as required by program
This
course provides instruction and practice in the writing of critical analysis of
imaginative forms of literature. Emphasis is placed on originality in the
creative writing process, and this course may include instruction on
publishing. Students will compose a significant body of imaginative literature,
which may be read by or to the class.
ENG 247 Creative
Writing II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s):
ENG 246 and/or as required by
program
A
continuation of ENG 246, this course provides instruction and practice in the
writing of critical analysis of imaginative forms of literature. Emphasis is
placed on originality in the creative writing process, and this course may
include instruction on publishing. Students will compose a significant body of
imaginative literature, which may be read by or to the class.
ENG 248 Creative
Writing III 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG
247 and/or as required by program
A
continuation of ENG 247, this course provides instruction and practice in the
writing of critical analysis of imaginative forms of literature. Emphasis is
placed on originality in the creative writing process, and this course may
include instruction on publishing. Students will compose a significant body of
imaginative literature, which may be read by or to the class.
ENG
249 Creative Writing IV 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG 248 and/or as required by program
A
continuation of ENG 248, this course provides instruction and practice in the
writing of critical analysis of imaginative forms of literature. Emphasis is
placed on originality in the creative writing process, and this course may
include instruction on publishing. Students will compose a significant body of
imaginative literature, which may be read by or to the class.
ENG
251 American Literature I 3
Hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 or equivalent
This
course is a survey of American literature from its inception to the middle of
the nineteenth century. Emphasis is placed on representative works and writers
of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical
forces that shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion
and in written compositions, students will be able to interpret the aesthetic
and thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to their historical and
literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism and research.
ENG
252 American Literature II 3
Hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 or equivalent
This
course is a survey of American literature from the middle of the nineteenth
century to the present. Emphasis is placed on representative works and writers
of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical
forces that shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion
and in written compositions, students will be able to interpret the aesthetic
and thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to their historical and
literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism and research.
ENG
261 English Literature I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 or equivalent and/or as required by
program
This
course is a survey of English literature from its the Anglo-Saxon period to the
Romantic Age. Emphasis is placed on representative works and writers of this
period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces that
shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion and in
written compositions, students will be able to interpret the aesthetic and
thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to their historical and
literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism and research.
ENG
262 English Literature II 3
Hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 or equivalent and/or as required by
program
This
course is a survey of English literature from the Romantic Age to the present.
Emphasis is placed on representative works and writers of this period and on
the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces that shaped these
works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion and in written
compositions, students will be able to interpret the aesthetic and thematic
aspects of these works, relate the works to their historical and literary
contexts, and understand relevant criticism and research.
ENG
271 World Literature I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 or equivalent and/or as required by
program
This
course is a study of selected literary masterpieces from Homer to the
Renaissance. Emphasis is placed on major representative works and writers of
this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces
that shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion and in
written compositions, students will be able to interpret the aesthetic and
thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to their historical and
literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism and research.
ENG
272 World Literature II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 or equivalent and/or as required by
program
This
course is a study of selected literary masterpieces from the Renaissance to the
present. Emphasis is placed on major representative works and writers of this
period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces that
shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion and in
written compositions, students will be able to interpret the aesthetic and
thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to their historical and
literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism and research.
ENG
297 African American
Literature 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 or the equivalent and/or as required by
program
This
course is a study of literature produced by representative African Americans
from the eighteenth century to the present. The course emphasizes the diversity
of themes and techniques found in these works and examines the historical, cultural,
literary, and philosophical forces that shaped these works and that are
reflected in them. Students will demonstrate the ability to interpret the
literature and to relate the works to their historical and literary contexts.
ENG
298 Special Topics in
Language and Literature 3
Hours
Prerequisite(s): As required by program
This
course, which may be repeated for credit so long as the topics differ, permits
a student to study with an instructor a topic in English language or in
literature. Emphasis is placed on a narrowly focused topic in which the
instructor has special expertise, knowledge, or interest. Students will
demonstrate through a research paper and/or a literary critique an
understanding of the topic.
ENG
299 Directed Studies in Language
and Literature 1-3
Hours
Prerequisite(s):
As required by program and/or as required by
program
This course, which may be repeated for credit so long as
the topics differ, provides the student the opportunity to study an
English-language or literary topic chosen by the student in consultation with
the instructor. Emphasis is placed on the student's investigating the topic and
reporting the results of the investigation. The student will demonstrate
knowledge of the topic through either a written or an oral presentation.
HUM
100 Humanities Forum 1 Hour
Prerequisite(s): As required by program
In
this course, credit is given for participation in lectures, concerts, and other
events that have relevance to the study of the humanities. The course may be
repeated for credit.
HUM
101 Introduction to Humanities II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As required by program
This
is the first course in a two-semester sequence that offers the student an
introduction to the humanities using selections from art, music, literature,
history, and philosophy that relates to a unifying theme.
HUM 102 Introduction to Humanities II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): HUM 101 and/or as required by
program
This
course is a continuation of HUM 101.
HUM
106 Humanities Through the Arts 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As required by program
This
course is an integrated survey of film, drama, music, literature, painting,
sculpture, and architecture.
HUM
120 International Studies in (Country) 3
Hours
Prerequisite(s): As required by program
This
course offers a survey of art, music, and culture of foreign countries. This
may involve travel abroad and may be repeated for credit.
HUM 130 Mankind and His Art 1 Hour
Prerequisite(s): As required by program
This
course is an introduction to mankind's search for self-expression revealed in
the music, art, and architecture of the western world from ancient times
through the present day.
HUM
298 Directed Studies in Humanities 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides an opportunity for the student to study selected topics in the
area of the humanities under the supervision of a qualified instructor.
The specific topics will be determined by the interests of the students and
faculty and the course may be repeated for credit.
HUM
299-01 PTK Honors Course I 1 Hour
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides an opportunity for the student to study selected topics in the
area of the humanities under the supervision of a qualified instructor. The
specific topics will be determined by the interests of the students and
faculty and the course may be repeated for credit.
HUM
299-02 PTK Honors Course II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides an opportunity for the student to study selected topics in the
area of the humanities under the supervision of a qualified instructor. The
specific topics will be determined by the interests of the students and
faculty and the course may be repeated for credit.
HUM
299-03 PTK Honor Course III 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides an opportunity for the student to study selected topics in the
area of the humanities under the supervision of a qualified instructor. The
specific topics will be determined by the interests of the students and
faculty and the course may be repeated for credit.
FRN 101 Introductory French I 3 HOURS
Prerequisite(s): As required by program
This
course provides an introduction to French. Topics include the development of
basic communication skills and the acquisition of basic knowledge of the
cultures of French-speaking areas.
FRN 102 Introductory French II 4 Hours
Prerequisite(s): FRN 101 or Equivalent and/or as required by
program
This
continuation course includes the development of basic communication skills and
the acquisition of basic knowledge of the cultures of French-speaking areas.
FRN 201 Intermediate French I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s):
FRN 102 or Equivalent and/or as required by
program
This
course includes a review and further development of communication skills.
Topics include readings of literary, historical, and/or cultural texts.
FRN 202 Intermediate French II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): FRN
201 or Equivalent and/or as required by program
This continuation course includes a review and further
development of communication skills. Topics include reading s of literary,
historical, and/or cultural texts.
MCM
100 Introduction to Mass
Communication 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides the student with general study of mass communication and
journalism. This course includes theory, development, regulation, operation,
and effects upon society.
MCM
102 Writing for the Mass Media 3
Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
Introduction
to the technique, form, style, and content of writing for the mass media, with
attention to the various formats used in journalism, telecommunications,
advertising, public relations and Internet communications.
MCM
113–115 and 213-215 Student
Publications 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
These
courses offer practical experience in journalism skills through working on the
staff of student publications.
MCM
120 Introduction to Journalism 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
A
first writing course in journalism, this course features journalistic style,
copy reading, story types, headlines, typography, and page make-up.
MCM 130 News
Reporting 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course includes instruction and practice in news-gathering and news-writing
techniques, including methodology, observation, interviews, and use of
sources.
MCM
140 Feature Writing 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This course includes
instruction and practice in writing feature articles for newspapers,
magazines, and broadcast media.
MCM
200 News Photography 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This course includes
practice in camera techniques, film developing, and print making for
newspapers and other publications.
MCM
210 Mass Media and Society 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course traces the effects of media upon American moral, cultural, economic,
and political trends.
MCM 220 Introduction to Broadcast Journalism 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course includes instruction and practice in basic skills and techniques of
broadcasting, including announcing, producing, advertising, news reporting,
and writing.
MCM 230 Survey of Advertising 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This course includes
instruction in the structure and functions of the advertising agency and the
elements of effective advertisement.
MCM 240 Introduction to Public Relations 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is an introduction to public relations techniques, including the
grouping of publics, publication strategies, and preparation of publicity for
various media.
MCM 250 Mass Communication Practicum 1-3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This course provides
practical experience in media through supervised part- or full-time employment
with a newspaper, radio or television station, or public relations/advertising
agency.
MUS 100 Convocation 1 Hour
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course (required for music majors/minors each semester) is designed to expose
students to a variety of repertory styles and to give students an opportunity
to practice individual performance skills. Emphasis is placed on exposure to
performances and lectures by guest artists, faculty or students, and on
personal performance(s) in class each semester.
MUS 101 Music Appreciation 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is designed for non-music majors and requires no previous musical
experience. It is a survey course that incorporates several modes of
instruction including lecture, guided listening, and similar experiences
involving music. The course will cover a minimum of three (3) stylistic
periods, provide a multi-cultural perspective, and include both vocal and
instrumental genres. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a
knowledge of music fundamentals, the aesthetic/stylistic characteristics of
historical periods, and an aural perception of style and structure in music.
MUS 102 Afro-American
Music 1-2 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides a study of music composed by black Americans. Topics include
the origin and development of musical styles expressed in Negro spirituals,
calypso, gospel music and jazz. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate a knowledge, understanding and an aural perception of the
stylistic characteristics of Afro-American music.
MUS 103 Survey Popular Music 1-2 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides a study of the origins, development and existing styles of
popular music. Topics include ragtime, jazz, rhythm and blues, rock, country
and western, folk and world music. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate a knowledge, understanding and an aural perception of the
stylistic characteristics of popular music.
MUS
104 Jazz and Introduction
and History 1-2 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides a study of the origins, development and existing styles of
jazz. Topics include the blues, piano styles, Dixieland, swing, bebop, third
stream, cool, free jazz and jazz/rock fusion. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate a knowledge, understanding and an aural perception of
the different style characteristics of jazz music.
MUS
110 Basic Musicianship 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): MUS 099 or suitable placement score and/or as required by
program
This
course is designed to provide rudimentary music knowledge and skills for the
student with a limited music background. Topics include a study of notation,
rhythm, scales, keys, intervals, chords and basic sight singing and ear
training skills. Upon completion, students should be able to read and
understand musical scores and demonstrate basic sight singing and ear training
skills for rhythm, melody and harmony.
MUS 111 Music Theory I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): MUS 110 or suitable
placement score or and/or as required by program
Co-requisite: MUS 113, if ear training lab is a separate
course
This
course introduces the student to the diatonic harmonic practices in the Common
Practice Period. Topics include fundamental musical materials (rhythm, pitch,
scales, intervals, diatonic harmonies) and an introduction to the principles
of voice leading and harmonic progression. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate a basic competency using diatonic harmony through
analysis, writing, sight singing, dictation and keyboard skills.
MUS 112 Music Theory II 1-4 Hours
Prerequisite(s):
MUS 111 and/or as required by
program
Co-requisite: MUS 114, if ear training lab is a separate
course
This
course completes the study of diatonic harmonic practices in the Common
Practice Period and introduces simple musical forms. Topics include principles
of voice leading used in three- and four-part triadic harmony and diatonic
seventh chords, non-chord tones, cadences, phrases and periods. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence using diatonic
harmony through analysis, writing, sight singing, dictation and keyboard
skills.
MUS
113 Music Theory Lab I 1 Hour
Prerequisite(s): MUS 110 or suitable placement score and/or as required by
program
Co-requisite
(s): MUS 111, if ear-training lab
is a separate course
This
course provides the practical application of basic musical materials through
sight singing; melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation; and keyboard harmony.
Topics include intervals, simple triads, diatonic stepwise melodies, basic
rhythmic patterns in simple and compound meter and four-part triadic
progressions in root position. Upon completion, students should be able to write,
sing and play intervals, scales, basic rhythmic patterns, diatonic stepwise
melodies, simple triads and short four-part progressions in root position.
MUS
114 Music Theory 1 Hour
Prerequisite(s): MUS 113 and/or as required by
program
Co-requisite(s): MUS 112, if ear training lab is a
separate course
This
course continues the practical application of diatonic musical materials
through sight singing; melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation; and keyboard
harmony. Topics include intervals, scales, diatonic melodies with triadic
arpeggiations, more complex rhythmic patterns in simple and compound meter and
four-part diatonic progressions in all inversions. Upon completion, students
should be able to write, sing and play all intervals, rhythmic patterns
employing syncopations and beat divisions, diatonic melodies and four-part
diatonic progressions.
MUS 115 Fundamentals of Music 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is designed to teach the basic fundamentals of music and develop usable
musical skills for the classroom teacher. Topics include rhythmic notation,
simple and compound meters, pitch notation, correct singing techniques,
phrases, keyboard awareness, key signatures, scales, intervals and harmony
using I, IV, and V with a chordal instrument. Upon completion, students should
be able to sing a song, harmonize a simple tune, demonstrate rhythmic patterns
and identify musical concepts through written documentation.
MUS 116 Computer Applications 2-3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course introduces the history and use of computer applications in music.
Topics include an introduction to computer skills, MIDI and the application of
notation and sequencing software programs (i.e. Finale, Performer). Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic competency in the use
of computers in music.
MUS 161 Diction
Singers 2-3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course introduces the basic rules of diction in Italian, French and German for
singers. Emphasis is placed on the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Upon completion, students should be able to sing art songs in Italian, French
and German with correct diction.
MUS
170 Introduction to Church
Music 2-3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides an overview of church music as a career choice, and includes
the organization and operation of a graded church choir program. Topics
include an introduction to conducting, rehearsal techniques, administrative
skills, and may include a supervised practicum field experience. Upon
completion, students should be able to select, prepare, teach and conduct a
simple anthem for a graded church choir and demonstrate a knowledge of church
music administration through written documentation.
MUS
171 Service Playing 1-2 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides individual or group instruction in skills relevant to playing
a keyboard instrument in religious services. Topics include hymn playing,
accompanying soloists and choirs, selecting appropriate music for the
different denominational services and improvisation. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the role of the
church pianist or organist through written documentation and by performing
that role for a religious service.
MUS 180 Piano Pedagogy 1 Hour
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is a seminar, workshop or master class conducted by guest artists or
faculty for piano teachers and students. Emphasis is placed on piano pedagogy
topics such as teaching methods, piano literature and performance practice.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate improved knowledge and
skills related to piano pedagogy through written documentation and/or
performance.
MUS 201 Survey of Music Literature I 3
Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
is the first of a two-course sequence that surveys instrumental and vocal
music to acquaint the student with musical compositions, composers and styles
from ancient times through the Baroque. Emphasis is placed on the development
of analytical listening skills. Upon completion, students should be able to
recognize the music, identify the major composers and describe the styles of
the various musical periods.
MUS 202 Survey of Music Literature II 3
Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
is the second of a two-course sequence that surveys instrumental and vocal
music to acquaint the student with musical compositions, composers and styles
from the Classical Period to the present. Emphasis is placed on the
development of analytical listening skills. Upon completion, students should
be able to recognize the music, identify the major composers and describe the
styles of the various musical periods.
MUS
203 Music History I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides a study of the development of music from ancient times through
the Baroque Period. Emphasis is placed on period style characteristics,
representative composers and their works, and socio-cultural influences. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and an aural perception of period style characteristics, forms, composers and
representative works.
MUS 204 Music History II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides a study of the development of music from the Classical Period
to the present. Emphasis is placed on period style characteristics,
representative composers and their works, and socio-cultural influences. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge, understanding
and an aural perception of period style characteristics, forms, composers and
representative works.
MUS
211 Music Theory III
1-4 Hours
Prerequisite(s):
MUS 112 and/or as required by
program
Co-requisite(s): MUS 213, if ear training lab is a
separate course
This
course introduces the student to the chromatic harmonic practices in the
Common Practice Period. Topics include secondary functions, modulatory
techniques, and binary and ternary forms. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate competence using chromatic harmony through analysis,
writing, sight singing, dictation and keyboard skills.
MUS
212 Music Theory IV 1-4
Hours
Prerequisite(s): MUS 211 and/or as required by
program
Co-requisite(s): MUS 214, if ear training lab is a separate
course
This
course completes the study of chromatic harmonic practices in the Common
Practice Period and introduces the student to twentieth-century practices.
Topics include the Neapolitan and augmented sixth chords, sonata form, late
nineteenth-century tonal harmony and twentieth-century practices and forms.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence using
chromatic harmony and basic twentieth century techniques through analysis,
writing, sight singing, dictation and keyboard skills.
MUS 213 Music Theory Lab III 1
Hour
Prerequisite(s): MUS 114 and/or as required by
program
Co-requisite(s): MUS 211, if ear-training lab is a
separate course
This
course provides the practical application of chromatic musical materials
through sight singing; melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation; and keyboard
harmony. Topics include melodies with simple modulations, complex rhythms in
simple and compound meter, and secondary function chords. Upon completion,
students should be able to write, sing and play modulating melodies, rhythmic
patterns with beat subdivisions and four-part chromatic harmony.
MUS 214 Music Theory Lab IV 1 Hour
Prerequisite(s):
MUS 213 and/or as required by
program
Co-requisite(s): MUS 212, if ear-training lab is a
separate course
This
course provides the practical application of chromatic musical materials and
simple twentieth- century practices through sight singing; melodic, harmonic
and rhythmic dictation; and keyboard harmony. Topics include chromatic and
atonal melodies; complex rhythmic patterns in simple, compound and asymmetric
meters; chromatic chords and twentieth-century harmony. Upon completion,
students should be able to write, sing and play chromatic and atonal melodies,
complex rhythms and meters, four-part chromatic harmony and simple
twentieth-century chord structures.
MUS 215 Composition I 1-2
Hours
Prerequisite(s): MUS 112 and/or as required by program
This
course introduces the basic techniques and applications of musical
composition. Emphasis is placed on creativity and original thought processes
in music. Upon completion, students should be able to create an original
musical composition.
MUS 216 Composition II 1-2 Hours
Prerequisite(s): MUS 215 and/or as required by
program
This
course provides more advanced instruction in musical composition techniques.
Emphasis is placed on musical thought processes that result in musical
composition. Upon completion, students should be able to create, notate correctly
and stage performances of original musical compositions.
MUS 217 Jazz Improvisation 1-3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is designed to prepare the student with the theoretical background and
improvisational techniques utilized in jazz performance. Emphasis is placed on
the understanding of chord structures, chord progressions, scale structures
and melodic design. Upon completion, students should be able to perform an
improvisational solo with a jazz ensemble.
MUS 250 Introduction to Music Education 1-2
Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides an overview of music education as a career choice. Topics
include discussion of teaching materials and methods, legal considerations, certification,
professional organizations, activities and may include a supervised practicum
field experience. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a
knowledge and understanding of music education as a career through written
documentation.
MUS 251 Introduction to Conducting 3
Hours
Prerequisite(s): MUS 110 and/or as required by program
This
course introduces the fundamentals of conducting choral and/or instrumental
ensembles. Topics include a study of simple and compound meters, score reading
and techniques for conducting effective rehearsals. Upon completion, students
should be able to prepare and conduct a choral and/or instrumental score in a
rehearsal or performance setting.
MUS 270 Organization of the Church Music Program 2-3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is designed to explore administrative models of a comprehensive church
music program. Topics include leadership, administrative structure, music
personnel, facilities, equipment, vestments, music library, budgeting,
planning, vocal and instrumental ensembles and scheduling for a music program.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate how to plan,
coordinate and administer a comprehensive church music program.
MUS 271 Church Music Literature 2-3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): MUS 170 and/or as required by program
This
course provides an historic survey of traditional church music from the 17th
century to the present and introduces contemporary Christian styles. Topics
include criteria for choosing appropriate music for graded church choirs at
easy, medium and advanced levels of difficulty, and a survey of publishing
resources and cataloging systems. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of church music literature.
MUS 272 The Children’s Choir
2-3
Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is designed to provide techniques for working with the child's voice in
a choral setting. Topics include working with children's voices, rehearsal
techniques, selecting literature, vestments and organizing a graded choir
program. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate how to plan,
coordinate and administer a graded choir program in a church.
MUS 273 Literature for the Church Soloist 2-3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is designed to acquaint the singer with literature appropriate for use
in services of worship. Topics include voice classification, study of the
literature for general and seasonal use, and resources for publications and
materials. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge
and understanding of repertoire suitable for use throughout the church year,
sources of solo literature and vocal classification.
MUS 279 Church Music Practicum 1 Hour
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is designed to provide supervised experience in the various areas of
church music through directed study, practice, observation and other
supervised experiences. Emphasis is placed on designing, implementing and
documenting a practicum project related to a particular area of church music.
Upon completion, students should be able to produce documentation that
demonstrates the scope of the project.
MUS 281 Individual Piano Pedagogy 2-3
Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides a study of the philosophy, methods, materials and business
aspects of individual piano instruction. Topics include a survey of teaching
materials and software; methods for teaching technique, repertoire, style and
interpretation; and business skills for private piano teachers. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge and
understanding of pedagogical techniques, materials and business practices of
private piano instruction.
MUS 282 Group Piano Pedagogy 2-3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides a study of the philosophy, methods, materials and business
aspects of group piano instruction. Topics include a survey of teaching
materials, equipment and software; methods of group piano instruction; and
pertinent business skills. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of pedagogical techniques, materials
and business practices of group piano instruction.
MUS 289 Piano Pedagogy Practicum 1
Hour
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides a supervised piano teaching experience in an individual and a
group setting. Emphasis is placed on developing and implementing weekly lesson
plans for individual students and a piano class. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate effective teaching techniques for individual and
group instruction through supervised teaching experiences.
MUS 290 Introduction to Commercial Music 2-3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides an introduction to the commercial music industry and the types
of careers in commercial music. Topics include music publishing, recording,
contracts, agents and managers, copyrights, unions, music companies and
dealers. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic
knowledge and understanding of the different components of the commercial
music industry and the various career options.
MUS 291 Musical Acoustics 2-3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is designed to acquaint the student with the nature of musical
acoustics and the science of sound. Topics include terminology, symbols, the
nature and transmission of sound, vibration, frequency, pitch, intervals,
harmonies, resonance, consonance and dissonance. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic skills and
concepts through the successful presentation of an individual project in
musical acoustics.
MUS 292 Song Writing 2-3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): MUS 112 and/or as required by program
This
course provides an introduction to song writing and marketing techniques.
Topics include lyric writing, song structures, preparing a lead sheet,
notation, rhythmic and melodic dictation, key signatures, basic chord
structures, recording, basic copyright laws and publishing. Upon completion,
students should be able to compose a song, prepare a lead sheet and demo tape,
apply for a copyright and market a song.
MUS
293 Recording Techniques 2-3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides an introduction to the terminology, equipment and methods of
commercial recording, and includes an internship in an operational recording
studio. Emphasis is placed on recording techniques used in the modern
recording studio, various aspects of sound and acoustics, and identifying
recording problems in various musical examples. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate a mastery of basic recording techniques by
producing, engineering and re-mixing a multi-track recording.
MUL 170 –171 and 270 – 271 Music Workshop I, II, III, IV 1-3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is a seminar clinic in advanced rehearsal/performance techniques.
Emphasis is placed on intensive rehearsal techniques required for advanced or
specialized performance groups. Upon completion, students should be able to
effectively participate in performances presented by this type of ensemble.
MUL 172-173 and 272-273 Musical
Theatre Workshop I, II, III, IV 1-2 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course includes the study of musical theatre history, styles, performance and
technical production. Emphasis is placed on the supervised study, preparation,
production and performances of scenes or complete works of musical theatre.
Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in a
public presentation of the prepared scenes or work in an assigned performance
or technical role.
MUL 174-175 and 274-275 Opera
Workshop I, II, III, IV 1-2 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course includes the study of opera history, styles, performance and technical
production. Emphasis is placed on the supervised study, preparation,
production and performance of scenes or complete works of opera. Upon
completion, students should be able to effectively participate in a public
presentation of the prepared scenes or work in an assigned performance or
technical role.
MUP (see list below) Individual Performance Instruction 1-2
Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
Individual
performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings,
woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on
developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the
student's educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of
five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be
able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an
appropriate performance evaluation setting.
MUP 101-02; 201-02 PRIVATE PIANO I, II, III, IV
MUP 103-04; 203-04 PRIVATE ORGAN I, II, III, IV
MUP 111-12; 211-12 PRIVATE VOICE I, II, III, IV
MUP 121-22; 221-22 PRIVATE VIOLIN I, II, III, IV
MUP 127-28; 227-28 PRIVATE DOUBLE BASS I, II, III, IV
MUP 131-32; 231-32 PRIVATE HARP I, II, III, IV
MUP 133-34; 233-34 PRIVATE GUITAR I, II, III, IV
Five (5) Semester Credit Hours To Be Selected From MUP Course
Numbers
SPA 101 Introductory Spanish I 4 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides an introduction to Spanish. Topics include the development of
basic communication skills and the acquisition of basic knowledge of the
cultures of Spanish-speaking areas.
SPA 102 Introductory Spanish II 4 Hours
Prerequisite(s): SPA 101 or Equivalent
This
continuation course includes the development of basic communication skills and
the acquisition of basic knowledge of the cultures of Spanish-speaking areas.
SPA 201 Intermediate Spanish I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): SPA 102 or Equivalent
This
course includes a review and further development of communication skills.
Topics include readings of literary, historical, and/or cultural texts.
SPA 202 Intermediate Spanish II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): SPA 201 or Equivalent
This
continuation course includes a review and further development of communication
skills. Topics include readings of literary, historical, and/or cultural
texts.
SPH 106 Fundamentals of Oral Communication 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As required
by program
Fundamentals
of Oral Communication is a performance course that
includes the principles of human communication: intrapersonal, interpersonal,
and public. It surveys current communication theory and provides practical
application.
SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course explores principles of audience and environment analysis as well as the
actual planning, rehearsing and presenting of formal speeches to specific
audiences. Historical foundations, communication theories and student
performances are emphasized.
SPH 116 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is an introduction to the basic principles of interpersonal
communication.
SPH 105 Basic Theories of Human Communication 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This is a survey,
non-performance course that provides a general introduction to theories of
human communication.
SPH 108 Voice and Diction 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course provides training for improvement in use of the speaking voice.
Attention is focused on range, flexibility, clarity of articulation, and
standards of pronunciation with individual help in the correction of faulty
speech habits. A study of the International Phonetic Alphabet is included.
SPH 123-125 Forensics Workshop I-III
1-3
Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
These
courses offer experience in speech activities such as debate, discussion, oral
interpretation, extemporaneous speaking, and original oratory. The student is
required to participate in scheduled intercollegiate speech tournaments.
SPH 206 Oral Interpretation 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is designed to help students develop specific skills in the analysis
and oral interpretation of poetry, prose, and drama. It includes a study of
the elements of oral communication such as imagery, structure, and dramatic
timing. Opportunity is given for public/classroom performance of literature.
SPH 217 Elements of Persuasion 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This course is an advanced
study and practice of the elements of persuasive speaking begun in SPH 106 and
SPH 107.
SPH 226 Business and Professional Speech 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course focuses on the fundamentals of speech applied to business and
professional speech, reports, sales talks, conference, interviews, speeches of
goodwill, speeches of inspiration and courtesy, and after dinner speeches.
SPH 227 Argumentation and Debate 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course introduces argumentation and debate and methods of bringing reasoned
discourse to bear on personal and social problems. It includes investigations
into the various types of debates with emphasis on the use of evidence, logic,
responsibility of the advocate, and the composition of language for oral
controversy.
SPH 228 Group Communication 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This course offers a study
of the nature, uses, and types of group discussion, intrapersonal
communication, and the interpersonal communication. It includes a study of the
role of democratic leadership in organizing and conducting group meetings.
Group problem-solving and the individual's role in a functioning group are
also explores.
THR 120 Theater Appreciation 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is designed to increase appreciation of contemporary theater. Emphasis
is given to the theater as an art form through the study of history and theory
of drama and the contributions to modern media. Emphasis of playwright, actor,
director, designer and technician to modern media. Attendance at theater
production may be required.
THR 126 Introduction
of Theater 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As required by program
This course is designed to
teach the history of the theater and the principles of drama. It also covers
the development of theater production and the study of selected plays as
theatrical presentations.
THR 113 Theater Workshop I 1-2 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
is the first in a six-course sequence that provide practical experience in the
production and performance of a dramatic presentation with assignments in
scenery, lighting, props, choreography, sound, costumes, make-up, publicity,
acting, directing, and other aspects of theater production.
THR 114 Theater Workshop II 1-2 Hours
Prerequisite(s): THR 113 and/or as required by
program
This
course is a continuation of THR 113.
THR 115 Theater Workshop III 2 Hours
Prerequisite(s): THR 114 and/or as required by
program
This
course is a continuation of THR 114.
THR 131 Acting Techniques I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
is the first of a two-course sequence in which the student will focus on the
development of the body and voice as the performing instruments in acting.
Emphasis is placed on pantomime, improvisation, acting exercises, and building
characterizations in short acting scenes.
THR 241 Voice and Speech 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
is a beginning course in the effective and healthy use of the vocal instrument
for performance. It is designed to approach both the physical and mental
processes of vocal production and includes the following: learning a
physical/vocal warmup, dialect reduction, articulation, class performance and
written exams.
THR
132 Acting Techniques II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): THR 131 and/or as required by
program
This
course is a continuation of THR 131.
THR 136 Acting for Film and Television 1-2 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is a study of acting techniques for visual media, television, and film.
THR 141 Introduction to Dance in Theater I 2 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
is the first of a two-course sequence that offers the student an introduction
to basic dance movements and the use of dance in dramatic productions.
THR 142 Introduction to Dance in Theater II 1-2 Hours
Prerequisite(s):
THR 141 and/or as required by
program
This
course is a continuation of THR 141.
THR 213 Theater Workshop IV 1-2 Hours
Prerequisite(s): THR 115 and/or as required by
program
This
course is a continuation of THR 113-114-115.
THR 214 Theater Workshop V 2
Hours
Prerequisite(s): THR 213 and/or as required by
program
This
course is a continuation of THR 113, 114, 115.
THR 215 Theater Workshop VI 1-2 Hours
Prerequisite(s):
THR 214 and/or as required by
program
This
course is a continuation of THR 113-114-115-214.
THR 216 Theatrical Make-Up 2 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is a study of the materials and techniques of theatrical make-up.
THR 236 Stagecraft 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
course is a study of the principles, techniques, and materials in theatrical
scenery and lighting.
THR 251 Theater for Children I 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
is the first in a two-course sequence that offers the student practical
experience in acting, directing, and developing material for children's
theater.
THR 252 Theater for Children II 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): THR 251 and/or as required by
program
This
course is a continuation of THR 251.
THR 266 Fundamentals of Directing 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As required
by program
This
course is designed to cover the fundamentals of directing. Instruction will
include lectures, demonstration, written and oral analysis of scripts and
performances.
THR 281 Stage Movement I 1 Hour
Prerequisite(s): As
required by program
This
is the first in a two-course sequence that offers the student a basic
introduction to movement for the stage for those interested in acting or
dance. They also include consideration of role development through movement.
THR 282 State Movement II 1 Hour
Prerequisite(s): THR 281 and/or as required by
program
This
course is a continuation of THR 281.
THR 296 Directed Studies in Theater 2 Hours
Prerequisite(s): As required
by program
This
course deals with problems in theater and art management. Problems may be
arranged in conjunction with other disciplines in the Fine Arts.