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2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

Course descriptions include the following elements:

Course Code,  Number, and Titles: The course code indicates the department or program in which the course is housed. The course number indicates the level at which the course should be taken. Generally, first-year students take 100-level courses; sophomores, 200-level; juniors, 300-level; and seniors, 400-level. Students are required to limit course selection to courses not more than one level above their class standing. First-year students are not permitted to enroll in 400-level courses. Undergraduate students who need 12 or fewer semester credits to complete all baccalaureate degree requirements may request permission from the Director of Graduate Studies to take courses for graduate credit to complete a regular course load during the semester of  graduation. However, undergraduate students may not enroll in courses at the 600-level or 700-level.

Credits: The number of semester hours of credit given upon completion of the course.

Course Content: A brief description of subject matter gives students an idea of what to expect in the course.

Prerequisites: If required or recommended, a prerequisite is either a course that must be completed prior to enrolling in the course or some other requirement that must be met prior to enrolling in the course.

Grading Method: If a course is offered on a grade-only or pass/no credit-only basis, that status is included in the course description. A department’s general pass/no credit policy is included in its listing of program requirements. Students should check the policy before enrolling in a course on a pass/no credit basis.

Frequency of Offering: Course descriptions may indicate how often the course is offered.

Note:

◎= Oral Intensive

◆ = Math/Critical Analysis Intensive

△ = Writing Intensive
 

Special Education
  

  • SPED 454 - Early Childhood Special Education Field Experience

    (2-3 S.H.)

    This course is designed for teacher candidates of the early childhood special education program. The course will focus on the application of the standards of effective practice in teaching children with developmental delays, disabilities, or medical conditions through a variety of early and ongoing clinical experiences with infants, toddlers, and preprimary children across a range of service delivery models. Prerequisites: SPED 300 - Children and Youth with Exceptionalities  and SPED 405 - Student Management Systems . Grade only. Offered one semester each year at WSU-Rochester.


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  • SPED 490 - Seminar/ Workshop

    (1-3 S.H.)

    The subject matter to be developed by the Special Education Department and instructor prior to the workshop or seminar. Students may repeat the course without limitation on the number of credits as long as the subject matter is different. Grade only. Offered upon request.


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  • SPED 499 - Individual Study

    (1-3 S.H.)

    Opportunity for the qualified advanced undergraduate and graduate student to work independently. Topics may include research, development of special projects, selected readings, etc. Time arranged. Prerequisites: Major advisor’s permission. Offered upon request.

    May be repeated


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Statistics
  
  
  

  • STAT 250 - Actuarial Exam Preparation

    (2 S.H.)

    This is an independent study course designed to help students with actuarial exam preparation. Students enrolled in this course are required to take the appropriate exam at the date nearest completion of this course. Course cannot be applied toward fulfilling major or minor program requirements. Prerequisite: Instructor’s permission. Offered on demand.


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  • STAT 289 - Special Topics

    (1-3 S.H.)

    Exposure to lower-division statistical topics not included in other courses. Prerequisite: Determined by topics. Offered on demand.


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  • STAT 290 - Independent Problems in Statistics

    (1-4 S.H.)

    Exposure to statistical topics not included in other courses. Prerequisite: Instructor’s permission. Offered on demand.


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  • STAT 301 - Introductory Statistics for Health Sciences

    3 S.H.

    Introductory statistics with emphasis on understanding statistical applications in journals and research.


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  • STAT 303 - Introduction to Engineering Statistics

    (3 S.H.)

    Introduction to statistics and quality control concepts and techniques. Topics include graphical techniques, descriptive statistics, probability distributions, hypothesis testing, control charts, process capability studies, and additional topics in total quality management. Prerequisite:  MATH 160 - Calculus I . Offered fall semester.

    Note: Credit will not be given for both STAT 210 - Statistics  and STAT 303.


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  • STAT 305 - Biometry

    (3 S.H.)

    An introductory course of statistical applications to the biological sciences. Data reduction, sampling, techniques of estimation, hypothesis testing, and model verification procedures are included. Diversity indices, techniques of species sampling, and other specific biometric methods will be covered. Prerequisite:  MATH 120 - Precalculus , MATH 150 - Modeling Using Precalculus and Statistics , or instructor’s permission.

    Note: ◆ MATH 305 - Probability  cannot be used as a MATH or STAT elective for mathematics, mathematics education, or statistics majors.


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  • ◆ STAT 320 - Statistical Quality Control

    (3 S.H.)

    An introduction to the basic philosophy of quality control and statistical tools used in quality control. Tools to include control charts, Ishikawa fishbone charts, Pareto charts, histograms, stem-and-leaf plots, and dot plots. There will be industrial case studies and tours of local industries (when available). Prerequisite: An introductory statistics course (preferably STAT 210 - Statistics ). Offered alternate fall semesters.


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  • STAT 321 - Industrial Design of Experiments I

    (3 S.H.)

    An introduction to applications of statistical methods used by industrial researchers to aid in the solution of certain types of industrial problems. Methods to include analysis of means, analysis of variance, factorial designs, fractional factorial (screening) designs. There will be industrial case studies and actual (hands-on) experience at local industries (when available). Prerequisite: An introductory statistics course (preferably STAT 210 - Statistics  or STAT 303 - Introduction to Engineering Statistics ). Offered spring semester.


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  • STAT 322 - Industrial Design of Experiments II

    (3 S.H.)

    A second course in experimental design methods in industry. Topics may include empirical model building, review of factorial and fractional factorial designs, process improvement with steepest ascent, analysis of response surfaces, experimental designs for fitting response surfaces, Taguchi’s robust parameter designs, experiments with mixtures. Prerequisite: STAT 321 - Industrial Design of Experiments I  or instructor’s permission. Offered on demand.


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  • STAT 325 - Data Management

    (3 S.H.)

    This course will give students an overview of the issues related to the management of data. Topics to be covered in this course include: data warehousing, data integrity and quality, data cleansing, basic programming concepts, the construction of simple algorithms, and the appropriate descriptive and graphical summaries of data. Commonly used software packages for the analysis and management of data will be emphasized. Prerequisites: An introductory statistics course. Offered spring semesters.


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  • STAT 350 - Design of Samples and Surveys

    (3 S.H.)

    Practical problems of surveys. Design of optimal surveys. Questionnaire design. Practical problems of sampling. Design of optimal sampling procedures. Adapting standard statistical techniques to specialized sampling design. Meets GOAL 9. Prerequisite: An introductory statistics course (preferably STAT 210 - Statistics ). Offered fall semester.


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  • STAT 355 - Nonparametric Statistics

    (3 S.H.)

    Statistical methods based on runs, the empirical distribution function and ranks. Topics will include one and two sample tests, ANOVA, goodness of fit tests, rank regression, correlation, and confidence intervals. Both applications and theory emphasized. Prerequisite: STAT 110 - Fundamentals of Statistics  or STAT 210 - Statistics . Offered on demand.


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  • STAT 365 - Experimental Design and Analysis

    (3 S.H.)

    One-way Analysis of Variance, planned comparisons, post-hoc procedures, two- and three-way Analysis of Variance, experimental design, Analysis of Covariance. Interpretation of computer output will be emphasized. Prerequisite: An introductory statistics course (preferably  STAT 210 - Statistics  or STAT 305 - Biometry ). Offered spring semester.


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  • STAT 370 - Statistical Consulting and Communications

    (3 S.H.)

    In this course, the student will gain an understanding of the nature of applied consulting and the scientific philosophies and skills required to be successful as a statistical consultant. This course will continue to develop the oral and written communication skills that are necessary for communicating technical statistical content with non-statisticians. Students will provide statistical consulting service to the University community when projects are available. Prerequisite: STAT 360 - Regression Analysis  or STAT 365 - Experimental Design and Analysis . Offered fall semesters.


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  • STAT 405 - Biostatistics

    (3 S.H.)

    This course will give students an overview of Biostatistics. The topics to be covered include contingency tables analysis, relative risk, odds ratios, partial association, Cochran-Mantel-Haenszel methods, two-way ANOVA, interactions, repeated measures, logistic regression, Poisson regression, Kaplan-Meier methods, and Cox proportional hazards models. Parametric methods and various nonparametric alternatives will be discussed. Prerequisite: An introductory statistics course (preferably STAT 210 - Statistics  or STAT 305 - Biometry ). Offered alternate fall semesters.


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  • ◎ STAT 415 - Multivariate Analysis

    (3 S.H.)

    Statistical analysis of multivariate data. Topics will include preparation of data for analysis, selection of techniques appropriate to research questions, measures of association for continuous and discrete variables, Hotelling’s T, MANOVA, MANCOVA, discriminant analysis, principal component and factor analysis. This is a computer-oriented course with emphasis on application. Prerequisites: MATH 205 - Linear Algebra , STAT 360 - Regression Analysis , or instructor’s permission. Offered alternate spring semesters.


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  • ◎ STAT 425 - Modern Methods of Data Analysis

    (3 S.H.)

    An introduction to the use of the computer as a powerful tool in data analysis. Topics will include statistical graphics, advanced regression techniques, curve fitting and smoothing, generalized additive models, CART, multivariate techniques, cross-validation and the bootstrap. Additional topics that may be covered are random number generation and Monte Carlo simulation methods. Prerequisites: MATH 205 - Linear Algebra , STAT 360 - Regression Analysis , or instructor’s permission. Offered alternate spring semesters.


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  • STAT 440 - Epidemiology

    (3 S.H.)

    A general introduction to the concepts and methods of epidemiology as they are applied in a variety of disease situations. Topics include modeling the disease process in a population; retrospective, prospective, and observational studies; rates, ratios, and data interpretation; and evaluation of epidemiological information. Prerequisite: An introductory statistics course. Offered on demand.


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  • STAT 488 - Statistics Projects

    (1-6 S.H.)

    Practical experience working on real problems under the supervision of a faculty member experienced in statistics. Prerequisite: Instructor’s permission. Offered on demand.


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  • STAT 489 - Special Topics

    (1-3 S.H.)

    Exposure to statistical topics not included in other courses. Prerequisite: Determined by topics. Offered on demand.


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  • STAT 490 - Independent Problems in Statistics

    (1-4 S.H.)

    An opportunity for continued study of selected topics. Prerequisite: Instructor’s permission. Offered on demand.


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  • STAT 492 - Practicum in Statistics

    (3-6 S.H.)

    Provides the student with experience and training in statistical techniques. The student will work a minimum of 100 hours (3 credits) or a minimum of 200 hours (6 credits) on a job utilizing statistics. Prerequisite: Instructor’s permission. P/NC only. Offered on demand.


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Student Teaching
  

  • ◎ EDST 460 - Student Teaching - Elementary Education with Early Childhood Emphasis

    (1-16 S.H.)

    A capstone student teaching experience. One full semester of student teaching on a daily, full-time basis in an appropriate educational school setting. Prerequisites: All professional courses required for the major. P/NC only.


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  • ◎ EDST 464 - Student Teaching - K-6 Middle Level

    (1-16 S.H.)

    One full semester of student teaching on a full-day basis in a middle school. Offered each semester. Prerequisites: All professional courses required for the major. P/NC only. Offered each semester.


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  • ◎ EDST 465 - Student Teaching - Senior High School K-12 Specialty

    (1-16 S.H.)

    A capstone student teaching experience. One full semester of student teaching on a daily, full-time basis in an appropriate educational school setting. Prerequisites: All professional courses required for the major. P/NC only.


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  • ◎ EDST 467 - Student Teaching - Early Childhood (Birth to Grade 3)

    (1-16 S.H.)

    Supervised teaching in two (2) Early Childhood placements. Prerequisites: All professional courses required for the major. P/NC only. Offered each semester.


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  • ◎ EDST 469 - Global Student Teaching

    (1-18 S.H.)

    This is a capstone student teaching experience. Student teachers are assigned a domestic/international school placement based on licensure level. This capstone experience is for one full semester on a daily full-time basis. Prerequisites: Completion of all coursework required for major. P/NC only.


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  • EDST 470 - Advanced Practicum in Middle School

    (1-5 S.H.)

    A capstone student teaching experience. Four-Six weeks of student teaching in a middle school on a daily, full-time basis in an appropriate educational school setting for middle level minor.
     Prerequisites: All professional courses required for the major.
     P/NC only.


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Theatre and Dance
  

  • THAD 090 - THAD Showcase

    (0 S.H.)

    Once-weekly sessions present creative work in theatre and dance courses, critiques of productions, discussions of professional, educational, and employment issues. P/NC only. Offered each semester.

    Repeatable: Grade of “P” in six enrollments normally required of theatre majors; four of theatre minors and dance minors.


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  • THAD 100 - Theatre Activities

    (1 S.H.)

    Active participation in a major theatre or dance production as performer or in scenic studio or costume studio. Course is intended for non-theatre majors; Offered each semester.

    may be repeated up to six S.H.


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  • THAD 107 - Introduction to Technical Theatre

    (3 S.H.)

    Study of non-performance aspects of theatre for theatre and general students. Course contains service hour requirement. Attendance at department productions is required. Meets GOAL 6 (Fine Arts). THAD majors and minors must concurrently enroll in THAD 291 - Rehearsal and Performance . Grade only. Offered yearly.


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  • THAD 111 - Theatre Appreciation

    (3 S.H.)

    Designed for the general student who wishes to become familiar with theatre. Students will explore theatre through class lectures and discussion, individual and group projects, production attendance, and play readings. Students will be expected to attend theatre productions outside scheduled class time.  Meets GOAL 6 (Fine Arts). Offered each semester.


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  • THAD 115 - Dance Appreciation

    (3 S.H.)

    Analysis and appreciation of diverse theatrical dance styles and and world dance traditions within their cultural, historical, and theoretical contexts. Emphasis on active learning, collaboration, and kinesthetic response to the dance experience via live performance, video, movement, and writing. Meets GOAL 6 (Fine Arts). P/NC option. Offered each semester.


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  • THAD 119 - Play Analysis

    (3 S.H.)

    Study and applications of analytical methods to modern theatrical styles; introduction to relationships between designers, directors, and performers and to research methods and library resources in theatre. Offered for the general student and the major/minor.  Meets GOAL 6 (Fine Arts). Offered yearly.


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  • THAD 131 - Performance I for Everyone

    (3 S.H.)

    Practice in and integration of movement and voice in expressive performance through solo and group improvisation and collaborative work. Offered for the general student and the major/minor. Meets GOAL 6 (Fine Arts). P/NC option. Offered yearly.


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  • THAD 132 - Beginning Acting

    (3 S.H.)

    Beginning acting class for majors and non-majors. This course, based primarily in the Stanislavski system, teaches students the principles of play and character analysis as applied to various types of dramatic materials.  Meets GOAL 6 (Fine Arts). Offered yearly.


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  • THAD 137 - Dance Repertory I

    (1-2 S.H.)

    Rehearsal and performance for faculty and guest artist choreography. Student choreographers under direct faculty supervision may also enroll.. Prerequisite: Audition or instructor’s permission. Grade only. Offered each semester.


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  • THAD 141 - Oral Interpretation

    (3 S.H.)

    Study of prose, poetry, and drama through performance. Brings to life the printed symbol.  Meets GOAL 6 (Fine Arts). Offered yearly.


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  • THAD 151 - Tap Dance

    (1 S.H.)

    An introduction to tap technique emphasizing musicality, expression, and style in performance within its cultural and historical context.  Meets GOAL 6 (Fine Arts). Grade only.

    May be repeated once for credit.


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  • THAD 153 - Jazz Dance I

    (1 S.H.)

    An introduction to the basic movement techniques, styles, history, and music of contemporary jazz dance. Meets GOAL 6 (Fine Arts). Grade only.

    May be repeated once for credit.


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  • THAD 155 - Modern Dance I

    (1 S.H.)

    This course is an introduction to the theory, technique, terminology, and history of modern dance as a performing art. The focus of expressive movement training is enhanced through experiences with improvisation and choreography.  Meets GOAL 6 (Fine Arts). Grade only.

    May be repeated once for credit.


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  • THAD 157 - Ballet I

    (1 S.H.)

    An introduction to classical ballet technique, theory, and history as a performing art. Meets GOAL 6 (Fine Arts). Grade only.

    May be repeated once for credit.


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  • THAD 195 - Topics in Theatre

    (1-3 S.H.)

    Lower-division version of THAD 395 - Topics in Theatre  (Topics in Theatre). Study of a specific topic in dramatic theory/literature/history, performance, or theatrical design/stagecraft. Topics and course credits vary. May be repeated as topics change. Course may contain production crew requirement, attendance at productions, and additional course fees. This course does not satisfy the “Topics” requirement in the theatre major curriculum. Prerequisite: None. Offered yearly.


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  • THAD 205 - Make Up for the Performer

    (1 S.H.)

    Study of design and execution of traditional and non-traditional theatrical make up for the performer. Each student must purchase a personal theatrical make up kit to instructor’s specifications. Offered for the general student and the major/minor.   Meets GOAL 6 (Fine Arts). Grade only. Offered alternate years.


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  • THAD 207 - Design Communication

    (3 S.H.)

    The study and practice of the aesthetic principles and graphic skills involved in scenery, lighting, and costume design. Development of the student’s abilities in external research, mechanical drawing, freehand sketching, and rendering. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of THAD 107 - Introduction to Technical Theatre  and THAD 119 - Play Analysis  or instructor’s permission. Grade only. Offered yearly.


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  • THAD 209 - Stage Management

    (1 S.H.)

    Study and practice of the functions of a stage manager. Offered alternate years.


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  • THAD 215 - Introduction to Laban Movement Analysis

    (3 S.H.)

    Introduction to the theoretical and experiential movement system of Laban Movement Analysis. Provides a framework for observing, describing, and analyzing human movement patterns and understanding non-verbal actions and communication. Meets GOAL 6 (Fine Arts). Prerequisite: None. Grade only. Offered occasionally.


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  • THAD 222 - Dancescape

    (1-2 S.H.)

    Participants in this course will dance, perform, or contribute as an artistic collaborator in new works created by faculty mentored student choreographers. Dances range from solo to large ensemble works and will be presented in a public venue.  Meets GOAL 6 (Fine Arts). Prerequisite:  Audition or instructor’s permission. Grade and P/NC option. Offered yearly.

    May be repeated 4 times for credit (not to exceed 8 credits).


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  • THAD 239 - Creative Dramatics for Children

    (2 S.H.)

    Study and application of techniques that enable teachers and group leaders to guide others to imagine, enact, and reflect upon human experiences through dramatic activity. Offered occasionally.


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  • THAD 253 - Jazz Dance II

    (2 S.H.)

    A continuation of Jazz Dance I with more extensive techniques, terminology, history, and music, emphasizing the refinement of skills in contemporary jazz dance. The course will deepen conceptual understandings in various jazz styles and will include elements of performance and choreography.  Meets GOAL 6 (Fine Arts). Prerequisite: THAD 153 - Jazz Dance I  or instructor’s permission. Grade only.

    May be repeated once for credit.


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  • THAD 255 - Modern Dance II

    (2 S.H.)

    This advanced beginning level course is a further exploration of the theory, technique, terminology, and history of modern dance as a performing art. The focus of expressive movement training is enhanced through experiences with improvisation and choreography.  Meets GOAL 6 (Fine Arts). Prerequisite:  THAD 155 - Modern Dance I  or instructor’s permission. Grade only.

    May be repeated once for credit.


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  • THAD 257 - Ballet II

    (2 S.H.)

    A continuation of Ballet I with more extensive classical ballet technique, theory, and history. The course will develop skills in choreography and performance.  Meets GOAL 6 (Fine Arts). Prerequisite: THAD 157 - Ballet I  or instructor’s permission. Grade only.

    May be repeated once for credit.


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  • THAD 290 - Creativity across the Curriculum

    (2 S.H.)

    Study and practice of skills to improve teaching and learning; the emphasis is on creative thinking, bringing information to life and fostering conditions favorable to participatory learning. Offered alternate years.


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  • THAD 291 - Rehearsal and Performance

    (1 S.H.)

    Responsible work as performer, crew head, or running crew on the creation of theatrical productions for public presentation. Grade only. Offered each semester.

    Theatre majors must normally repeat to six S.H.; Theatre minors to two S.H.


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  • THAD 295 - Making Interdisciplinary Connections

    (3 S.H.)

    Interdisciplinary experience involving one or more artistic media incorporating content from diverse disciplines across campus. Topics vary.  Meets GOAL 6 (Fine Arts). Prerequisite: None. Grade only. Offered yearly.


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  • THAD 331 - Performance III

    (3 S.H.)

    Theories and practice of acting in non-realistic styles. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of THAD 231 - Performance II  and all other prerequisite courses. Open to declared theatre majors and minors only. Grade only. Offered yearly.

    Note: Effective Spring 2013 - Course Title Change to Acting III.


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  • THAD 355 - Modern Dance III

    (2 S.H.)

    An intermediate level course focusing on technique, theory, and history of modern dance as a performing art. Level III engages more in-depth skill development in technique, performance, improvisation, and choreography. Prerequisite: THAD 255 - Modern Dance II  or instructor’s permission. Grade only.

    May be repeated once for credit.


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  • THAD 357 - Ballet III

    (2 S.H.)

    The practice and study of intermediate classical ballet technique with continued refinement of movement skills and aesthetic awareness. The course includes more extensive ballet history and further develops skills in choreography and performance. Prerequisite: THAD 257 - Ballet II  or instructor’s permission. Grade only.

    May be repeated once for credit.


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  • THAD 395 - Topics in Theatre

    (1-3 S.H.)

    Study of a specific topic in dramatic theory, literature, history, performance, or theatrical design/stagecraft. Topics and course credits vary. May be repeated as topics change. Course may contain production crew requirement. Prerequisite: Junior standing or instructor’s permission. Open to declared majors and minors or instructor’s permission. Offered yearly.


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  • THAD 399 - Internship

    (1-16 S.H.)

    Supervised work experience designed by student, advisor, and employer. Prerequisites: Faculty advisor’s permission and a minimum overall GPA of 2.5. Open to declared theatre and dance majors and minors only. P/NC only. Offered by arrangement.


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  • THAD 455 - Modern Dance IV

    (2 S.H.)

    An intermediate advanced level course focusing on technique, theory, and history of modern dance as a performing art. Level IV develops advanced skill levels in technique, performance, improvisation, choreography, and applied theory. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: THAD 355 - Modern Dance III  or instructor’s permission. Grade only.


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  • THAD 457 - Ballet IV

    (2 S.H.)

    The practice and study of advanced classical ballet technique with continued refinement of movement skills and aesthetic awareness. The course includes more extensive ballet history and further develops skills in choreography and performance. Prerequisite: THAD 357 - Ballet III  or instructor’s permission. Grade only.

    May be repeated once for credit.


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  • THAD 495 - Theatre Senior Seminar

    (1 S.H.)

    Review, editing, organization, and submission of theatre major portfolio. Prerequisites: Senior standing and satisfactory completion of 35 S.H. of theatre major curriculum. Grade only. Offered yearly.


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  • THAD 499 - Independent Studies in THAD

    (1-8 S.H.)

    Offers the advanced student an opportunity to study independently in an area of special interest. May be repeated to a total of eight S.H. Prerequisite: Instructor’s permission. Grade only. Offered by arrangement.


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Women’s and Gender Studies
  

  • WAGS 148 - Introduction to Women’s and Gender Studies

    (3 S.H.)

    This course is an introduction to the interdisciplinary study of women and gender in society. The course, which is team-taught by faculty from different disciplines, examines women’s social roles and contributions in various social groups, cultures, and areas of the globe; this course explores gender as a socially constructed category of human experience. It introduces students to feminism, both as a body of theory and as an approach to social change.  Meets GOAL 5 and GOAL 7.


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  • WAGS 220 - Power, Privilege, and Gender

    (3 S.H.)

    Explores the social construction of differences that lead to power and privilege in modern society. Issues of race, class, and sex, and gender are considered.  Meets GOAL 7 and GOAL 9. Offered at least once a year.


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  • WAGS 230 - Queer Cinema in the United States

    (3 S.H.)

    The historical/rhetorical study of queer cinema in the United States provides a distinct opportunity to analyze the persuasive influence of film on the cultural constructions of sexuality and gender during the 20th and early 21st centuries. Students will view and discuss queer films presented in the United States spanning the time period from the early 1900’s to the present day.  Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities) and GOAL 7.


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  • WAGS 234 - Gender and Latin American Society through 20th Century Literature

    (3 S.H.)

    Latin American literature conveys a vibrant sense of social history and nuanced perspective of gendered realities. This course will explore 20th century writers from Chile, Uruguay, and El Salvador as a means to better comprehend the underlying worldviews, social structure, and gender relations. Meets GOAL 8. Grade only. Offered every other year.


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  • WAGS 235 - Gender and Social Justice Issues in Latin America

    (3 S.H.)

    This course demonstrates how ordinary women have had transformational roles in the social and political spheres of their countries. It will explore how women have chosen to participate in collective action in Chile, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Mexico to address human rights issues and how family values can become a part of public life. Meets GOAL 8. Prerequisites: (Recommended) SOC 150 - Introduction to Sociology . Grade only. Offered every other year.


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  • WAGS 320 - Independent Readings

    (1-3 S.H.)

    This course allows students to pursue a project or topic of their own design with supervision and evaluation by the instructor. Instructor’s written permission is required.


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  • WAGS 333 - Introduction to GLBT Studies (3 S.H.)

    This interdisciplinary course offers an introduction to gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender studies. A variety of texts – personal accounts of people who identify as GLBT, media representations, historical accounts of the movement for gay rights, and scholarly articles about GLBT issues from disciplines such as law and biology – will be used to teach students to critically examine GLBT issues. In readings, writings, and discussions in the course, students will learn background information about GLBT people and issues and acquire the skills necessary to thoughtfully evaluate evidence, rhetoric, and argument in discussions of topics related to the GLBT community.  Meets GOAL 7 and GOAL 9.


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  • ◆ WAGS 348 - Topics in Women’s and Gender Studies

    (3 S.H.)

    This course presents an in-depth study of topics of current interest in the field of Women’s and Gender Studies. Offered as needed.


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  • WAGS 373 - Feminist Theory/Process

    (3 S.H.)

    This course seeks to understand the creation and perpetuation of gender inequalities and their relation to other systems of inequality. This course seeks a broad understanding of the historical development of various strands of Western feminist thought and the range of interpretive possibilities such thought has opened up. Interdisciplinary readings investigate how feminist theory and process have affected our lives and our understanding of literature, philosophy, political science, law, science, film, history, sociology, and medicine. Prerequisites: WAGS 148 - Introduction to Women’s and Gender Studies  or  WAGS 220 - Power, Privilege, and Gender  or instructor’s permission. Offered at least once a year.


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  • WAGS 405 - Gender, Violence, and Society

    (4 S.H.)

    This course introduces students to the roots of gender-based violence along with the political and cultural structures that perpetuate it; the course also explores how this violence might be brought to an end. Students will investigate the local and global impact of violence; how gendered violence intersects with race, class, sexuality, age, physical ability, and the oppressions that are linked to these identities; and strategies for addressing gender-based violence.


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  • WAGS 420 - Field Experience

    (3-6 S.H.)

    The Field Experience gives students an opportunity to explore gender-related issues and the gender dimension of social issues through experiences outside the classroom; integrate practical experience with feminist analyses developed in Women’s and Gender Studies courses; and develop the skills and knowledge necessary to act effectively as citizens of their communities Prerequisites: Enrollment in Women’s and Gender Studies minor.


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  • RED 301 - Development Theories

    (1 S.H.)

    The Development: Culture(s) & Student Learning block is a 4-course sequence where teacher candidates explore theories, individuals, communities, and themselves. This is the first course in the series focusing on developmental theories that explain student learning. Teacher candidates will interact with both classic and contemporary theories of child development and learning. Grade only. Offered yearly.


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  • RED 302 - Diverse Learners/Human Relations

    (3 S.H.)

    The Development: Culture(s) & Student Learning block is a 4-course sequence where teacher candidates explore theories, individuals, communities, and themselves. This is the second course in the series focusing on understanding the child’s lifeworlds. Prerequisites:   and   . Grade only. Offered yearly.


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