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ACCT 211 - Accounting Concepts I (3)
Introduction to the preparation and use of financial statements for business entities, focusing on the uses and limitations of accounting information for external reporting, and emphasizing accounting as a provider of financial information. Prereq/Co-req: DATA 201 , MATH 150 , or any college-level math course. Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer I.
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ACCT 212 - Accounting Concepts II (3)
Examination of accounting as an information provider with emphasis on the use of information for managerial decision-making. Includes an introduction to cost behavior, budgeting, responsibility accounting cost control, and product costing. Prereq: ACCT 211 . Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer 2.
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ACCT 310 - Income Tax I (3)
Study of concepts of taxation applied in a client-oriented setting with a planning emphasis. Includes income, exclusions, deductions, credits, tax research, and policy. Prereq: ACCT 212 . Offered: Spring.
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ACCT 311 - Intermediate Accounting I (3)
Study of financial accounting and reporting practices. Particular emphasis on theoretical foundations, concepts, and principles underlying financial statements with emphasis on assets and current liabilities. Prereq: ACCT 211 . Offered: Fall.
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ACCT 312 - Intermediate Accounting II (3)
Study of concepts and principles underlying financial statements with emphasis on long-term liabilities and stockholders’ equity. Prereq: ACCT 311 . Offered: Spring.
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ACCT 313 - Cost Accounting (3)
Study of the concepts, analyses, and techniques needed to effectively use accounting data for management planning and control decisions. Topics include product costing, cost-volume-profit analysis, budgeting, cost estimation, responsibility accounting, differential analysis, and cost allocation. Prereq: ACCT 212 . Offered: Fall.
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ACCT 410 - Income Tax II (3)
Study of tax aspects of operating a corporation, partnership, estate, trust, or limited- liability entity. Client service-oriented course that includes review of exempt organizations, international organizations, international and multi-state topics, and development of tax planning and communication skills. Prereq: ACCT 310 . Offered: Fall.
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ACCT 415 - Governmental and Not-for-Profit Accounting (3)
Introduction to governmental and non-profit accounting and auditing, including accounting methods used at hospitals, universities, and other not-for-profit entities. Prereq: ACCT 212 . Offered: Spring.
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ACCT 420 - Auditing I (3)
Introduction to the independent-auditing process. Includes review of accepted and commonly used auditing standards and procedures, with emphasis on the professional, ethical, and legal obligations of auditors. Prereq: ACCT 312 . Prereq/Co-req: ACCT 470 . Offered: Fall.
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ACCT 470 - Accounting Information Systems (3)
Study of how accounting information is recorded, summarized, and reported in both manual and computerized systems. Emphasis on internal control features necessary to produce accurate and reliable accounting data. Includes description of methods used to develop accounting systems and auditor involvement in the process. Prereqs: ACCT 212 and DATA 301 . Offered: Fall.
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ACCT 496 - Accounting Internship (2-3)
Academic credit may be awarded for students who complete accounting internships with local firms or businesses. Students should see the director of the accounting program for eligibility parameters. Grading is pass/fail. Prereq: Permission from the department chair of accounting and management information systems.
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Air Force ROTC Classes conducted at Samford University, unless otherwise indicated. Call Detachment for course schedule (205) 726-2859.
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AERO 101 - Heritage and Values I (1)
A survey course serving as an introduction to the Air and Space Forces. The course focuses on information needed to be better informed about the role of the USAF and USSF. The course allows students to examine general aspects of the Department of the Air Force, leadership fundamentals, service benefits, and opportunities for officers. Students should also take AERO 101 LLab. Offered: Fall only. Class conducted at Samford University. Call Detachment for course schedule (205) 726-2859.
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AERO 102 - Heritage and Values II (1)
A survey course providing a historical perspective including lessons on war and US military, AF operations, principles of war, and airpower. This course provides students with a knowledge-level understanding for the employment of air and space power, from an institutional, doctrinal, and historical perspective. The students will be introduced to the military way of life and gain knowledge on what it means to be an Air or Space professional. Students should also take AERO 102 LLab. Offered: Spring only. Class conducted at Samford University. Call Detachment for course schedule (205) 726-2859.
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AERO 201 - Team and Leadership Fundamentals I (1)
A survey course analyzing leadership and followership traits in the context of a modern military force. The course provides details on leadership fundamentals and different leadership styles. Both verbal and written communication skills are taught along with problem-solving techniques. Students should also take AERO 201 LLab. Offered: Fall only. Class conducted at Samford University. Call Detachment for course schedule (205) 726-2859.
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AERO 202 - Team and Leadership Fundamentals II (1)
A survey course designed to introduce the student to fundamental team dynamics and team building. Application of leadership perspectives in practical activities fostering skills like conflict management and ethical decision making. Group leadership problems designed to enhance interpersonal communications and decision-making skills. Students should also take AERO 202 LLab. Offered: Spring only. Class conducted at Samford University. Call Detachment for course schedule (205) 726-2859.
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AERO 300 - Field Training (2)
Officership training and evaluation course to select potential candidates for POC. Rigorous physical training. This course is offered at Maxwell AFB, AL. Prereq: Permission of professor of aerospace studies. Offered: Summer only.
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AERO 301 - Leading People and Effective Communication I (3)
Selected concepts, principles, and theories of Air and Space Force leadership and management. Individual leadership skills and personal strengths and weaknesses as applied to an Air Force environment. Students should also take AERO 301 LLab. Prereq: Completion of Field Training. Offered: Fall only. Class conducted at Samford University. Call Detachment for course schedule (205) 726-2859.
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AERO 302 - Leading People and Effective Communication II (3)
Selected Air Force officer’s duties and responsibilities as a subordinate leader. Responsibility and authority of an Air Force Officer. Application of listening, speaking, and writing skills in Air and Space Force-peculiar formats and situations with accuracy, clarity, and appropriate style. Air Force officer’s responsibilities in personnel counseling and feedback process. Students should also take AERO 302 LLab. Prereqs: Completion of Field Training and AERO 301 . Offered: Spring only. Class conducted at Samford University. Call Detachment for course schedule (205) 726-2859.
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AERO 401 - National Security, Leadership Responsibilities and Commissioning Preparation I (3)
Basic elements of national security policy and process. Roles and missions of air power in implementing national security policy. Preparation for service in the United States Air and Space Forces. Students should also take AERO 401 LLab. Prereqs: Completion of Field Training and AERO 301 and AERO 302 . Offered: Fall only. Class conducted at Samford University. Call Detachment for course schedule (205) 726-2859.
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AERO 402 - National Security, Leadership Responsibilities and Commissioning Preparation II (3)
Contemporary roles for the military in society and current issues affecting the military profession. Comparative analysis of civil and military justice systems. Preparation for service in the United States Air and Space Forces. Students should also take AERO 402 LLab. Prereqs: Completion of Field Training and AERO 301 , AERO 302 , AERO 401 . Offered: Spring only. Class conducted at Samford University. Call Detachment for course schedule (205) 726-2859.
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American Sign Language |
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ASL 101 - Elementary American Sign Language I (4)
This course is an introduction to American Sign Language as used within the American Deaf Culture. Students will learn the basic structure of the language and develop the ability for practical use as well as an introduction to the Deaf Culture and history of language. Native signers or near native signers of the language are NOT allowed to enroll in this course. Any students with background knowledge of this language must see the Critical Languages Program director before registering and shall be assigned an appropriate class for the level. Offered: Fall and Spring. (Formerly WLAC 140)
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ASL 102 - Elementary American Sign Language II (4)
This course is designed for students continuing from ASL 101. It creates a visual-gestural environment that presents ASL grammar and vocabulary. It includes interactive activities, cultural awareness education, and individual feedback. Emphasis is on appropriate language use in common communication settings. Prereq: ASL 101 or WLAC 140. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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Architecture |
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ARCH 101 - Survey of the Professions (1)
Introduction to the professions of architecture and interior design. Topics of discussion will include: development of the professions, educational requirements, professional practice, and current works. Discussions will be led by instructors and professional practitioners. Open to non-majors. Cross-listed with IARC 101 . Offered: Fall.
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ARCH 210 - Movements in Architecture (3)
Study of the development of architecture around the world from pre-history to the present, analyzing concurrent developments in different regions, grounding students in each cultural period, and hallmarking determinants that shaped each culture’s aesthetics and design history. For majors in architecture or interior design. Cross-listed with IARC 210 (formerly IARC 202). Offered: Fall.
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ARCH 211 - Architectural Drawing I (3)
Designing for the built environment requires cultivating the ability to compose form simultaneously in both two- and three-dimensional space. In this course we explore architectural language and graphical standards of two-dimensional graphic composition as a foundation for three-dimensional graphic compositions. Our goals are to develop formal technical drawing skills that lead to understanding the relationship between two-dimensional design and three-dimensional design; to cultivate the ability to encode and decode abstract representations in the field of design/architecture; and to enhance the ability to visually and graphically communicate design intent. For majors in architecture or interior design only. Technical/studio format. Cross-listed with IARC 211 (formerly IARC 231). Offered: Fall.
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ARCH 212 - Design Fundamentals Studio I (3)
A transitional design studio course that builds upon the fundamental elements and principles of design introduced in ART 101 and ART 102 . This course explores three-dimensional design composition generated from two-dimensional expressions. Initially conceptual and abstract in nature, the process moves the student toward a rational design solution as it relates to space design and the habitable environment, exploring spatial composition and transformation, progression, perception and sequence, light, color, and materiality. For majors in architecture or interior design only. Technical/studio format. Cross-listed with IARC 212 (formerly IARC 241). Prereqs: ART 101 , ART 102 , ART 110 , ART 120 , and ART 222 . Co-req: ARCH 211 . Offered: Fall.
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ARCH 214 - Building Systems I (3)
This course is intended for those who are new to building design and looking to learn the basics of building systems and building rating systems such as LEED. The course offers an introduction to sustainable building principles and practices as each relates to components of the building construction and building code regulations. For majors in architecture or interior design only. Cross-listed with IARC 214 (formerly IARC 203). Offered: Fall.
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ARCH 220 - Architecture History II (3)
This course builds on the development of architecture around the world from pre-history to the present that was analyzed in ARCH 210 , and focuses on the impact of architecture since the Industrial Revolution. Modernism, post-modernism, and globalization are examined as part of this study of design history. For majors in architecture or interior design only. Prereq: ARCH 210 . Offered: Spring.
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ARCH 221 - Architectural Drawing II (3)
Study of design exploration, visualization, and documentation using building information modeling (BIM) processes, and of custom model element creation using common industry software applications. Course builds on concepts learned in ARCH 211 and parallels the design efforts in ARCH 222 . For majors in architecture or interior design only. Technical/studio format. Cross-listed with IARC 232 . Prereq: ARCH 211 . Co-req: ARCH 222 . Offered: Spring.
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ARCH 222 - Architecture Design Studio II (6)
This is a studio course in which the concepts of architecture and the built environment are introduced and developed. It follows and applies knowledge developed in ARCH 212 and draws its foundation from the elements and principles of design that were introduced in fine art foundation courses. Those abstract principles will be applied to spatial problem-solving as the design methodology process is further explored. This course also begins to integrate an understanding of building systems and constructability. For majors in architecture only. Technical/studio format. Prereqs: ARCH 211 and ARCH 212 . Co-req: ARCH 221 . Offered: Spring.
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ARCH 224 - Building Systems II (3)
This course builds on the principles learned in ARCH 214 to establish a deeper understanding of building systems, life safety requirements, and thermal and environmental systems. The course does this through a continued understanding of sustainable building principles, building construction, and building code regulations. For majors in architecture or interior design only. Cross-listed with IARC 225 . Prereq: ARCH 214 . Offered: Spring.
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ARCH 311 - Digital Rendering and Presentation (3)
This course presents contemporary methods of digital representation as both a communicative device and conceptual tool for architecture and interior architecture. The course will explore appropriate computer graphics techniques and three-dimensional modeling and compositing software in order to expand our ability to communicate architectonically. This course will simultaneously guide students through the development of a design portfolio for job interviews, graduate school applications, design grants, or competitions. For majors in architecture or interior design only. Technical/studio format. Cross-listed with IARC 311 (formerly IARC 333). Prereqs: ART 110 , ARCH 221 , and ARCH 222 . Co-req: ARCH 312 . Offered: Fall.
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ARCH 312 - Architecture Design Studio III (6)
This course expands the student’s application of integrated design by further examining site selection, urban context, and impact on the built environment. The course includes a heavier emphasis and application of building materials and construction methods. For majors in architecture only. Technical/studio format. Prereqs: ARCH 212 and ARCH 222 . Co-req: ARCH 311 . Offered: Fall.
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ARCH 316 - Structural Systems I (3)
In this course, students will learn the design of basic structural systems: arches, vaults, domes, trusses, suspended and stayed structures, moment frame, braced frame, shear wall, framed tube, bundled tube, and suspended high-rise. Students will also explore how the design of various structural systems accounts for lateral loads, seismic loads, design loads, live loads, and stress/strain. The course will include an analysis of forces using and creating shear and moment diagrams. Students will design structures and build structural models including small, medium, and large spaces. Prereq: MATH 150 . Co-req: ARCH 319 . Offered: Fall.
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ARCH 319 - Materials and Methods (3)
This course provides students an understanding of the basic selection and design implications for the materials and methods used in the construction of buildings. It will examine specific materials-masonry, concrete, steel, wood, and glass-for their qualities and characteristics, design advantages, and constraints. Students will also explore ways materials can be combined in various construction and building system methods. Offered: Fall.
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ARCH 322 - Architecture Design Studio IV (6)
This course continues the design studio sequence, using integrative design to further explore site selection and solar orientation, selection and specification of structural systems, exterior envelope and basic interior materials, and construction documentation of a project. For majors in architecture only. Technical/studio format. Prereq: ARCH 312 . Co-req: ARCH 326 . Offered: Spring.
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ARCH 326 - Structural Systems II (3)
This course integrates the structural theories and knowledge from ARCH 316 and ARCH 319 to establish practical structural design solutions and systems. The specific structural properties of steel, wood, concrete, and masonry will be examined in this course, in order to explain and interpret structural needs in the built environment. This course will also refine the use of computerized tools to assist with consideration and selection of structural systems, and to perform necessary calculations to approximate member sizes and connection solutions for gravity and lateral loads. The final project for this course is a structural design of a current studio project. Prereqs: ARCH 316 and ARCH 319 . Co-req: ARCH 322 . Offered: Spring.
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ARCH 419 - Advanced Materials and Methods (3)
This course will analyze and evaluate innovative and emerging building materials, including both traditional and progressive building envelope systems. Students will cultivate an understanding of various building envelope systems’ impacts on building performance, aesthetics, moisture transfer, durability, and energy and material resources. Special regard will be paid to material and systems’ impact on sustainable design and building resiliency. Prereq: ARCH 319 . Offered: Fall.
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ARCH 422 - Architecture Design Studio VI: Historic Preservation and Adaptive Re-Use (6)
This course will incorporate and apply historic preservation and adaptive reuse principles in a final senior-level design studio. Students will incorporate components from all previously studied interior and architecture design courses, applying the design methodology process to create a project scenario, and to research and develop an appropriate design solution utilizing a documented historic structure as a basis of form. Architecture and interior design students will work together in this collaborative studio. For majors in architecture or interior design only. Technical/studio format. Cross-listed with IARC 422 (formerly IARC 445). Prereqs: ARCH 220 , ARCH 322 , and SOA 460 . Offered: Spring.
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ARCH 455 - Internship Elective (3)
This course is an elective independent study in which the student gains practical experience while working in an architecture firm or business involved in the lawful practice of architecture, and under the supervision of a registered architect. This experience requires a minimum of 200 contact hours. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Grading is pass/fail. Prereq: ARCH 322 . Offered: Spring.
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Art |
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ART 101 - Two-Dimensional Design (3)
Study of the elements of design through introduction to art materials and processes with art principles as a basis. Emphasis placed on a series of problem-solving projects and experimental 2-D studio work, primarily in black and white. Offered: Fall.
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ART 102 - Three-Dimensional Design (3)
Study of the elements of design transitioning from 2-D to 3-D. Emphasis placed on a series of problem-solving projects dealing with both 2-D and 3-D concepts that explore design elements and principles in black and white and color. Should be taken with ART 230 . Offered: Spring.
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ART 110 - Digital Foundations (3)
This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of digital media in the visual arts. Laptop and Creative Cloud software required. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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ART 120 - Beginning Drawing (3)
Introduction to a variety of traditional drawing materials and techniques with emphasis on shape, line, perspective, value, and objective rendering. Offered: Fall. (Formerly ART 221)
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ART 206 - School Art (2)
Study of the materials used in elementary school art and the essentials of a qualitative art program.
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ART 209 - Beginning Photography (3)
Study of digital photography with an artistic approach to digital images, the studio environment, and post-production software. Includes research into historical and contemporary photography. Digital SLR (DSLR) camera with manual mode and editing software is required. Prereq: ART 101 . Offered: Fall and Spring. (Formerly ART 359)
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ART 211 - Graphic Design: Theory and Practice (3)
Introduction to the process and the profession of graphic design using a series of lectures, demos, exercises, and projects to develop fundamental skills/understanding. Prereqs: ART 101 and ART 110 . Offered: Fall
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ART 212 - Typographic Design (3)
Establish the importance of using type effectively, with a secondary emphasis on using type expressively. Initial emphasis on lectures and faster-paced exercises to reinforce the effective use of typography, followed by longer, more developed projects designed to encourage more conceptual work. Prereqs: ART 101 and ART 110 . Offered: Spring.
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ART 213 - Graphic Design: UI Design Principles (3)
Students will build the foundation necessary for creating successful experiences across multiple digital applications. Fundamental design concepts will be applied to a digital environment to equip students for tomorrow’s ever-moving technological world. Prereqs: ART 101 and ART 110 . Offered: Fall
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ART 222 - Intermediate Drawing (3)
Further exploration of drawing materials and techniques, with emphasis on rendering value, texture, advanced perspective, color, and personal expression. Includes research into historical and contemporary precedents. Prereqs: ART 101 and ART 120 . Offered: Fall.
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ART 230 - Beginning Painting (3)
Introduction to traditional painting materials and techniques with an emphasis on oil paint and acrylic media, objective subject matter, composition development, and color mixing and theory. Prereqs: ART 101 and ART 120 . (Formerly ART 231)
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ART 232 - Intermediate Painting (3)
Study of water-based materials and techniques with an emphasis on traditional, experimental, and expressive approaches, composition development, and color. Includes research into historical and contemporary precedents. Prereqs: ART 120 and ART 230 . Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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ART 240 - Ceramics (3)
Study of various forming methods and cycles of ceramic production for the creation of pottery and other clay applications. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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ART 260 - Beginning Printmaking (3)
Introduction to printmaking materials and techniques with emphasis on monotypes, relief, and dry-point processes. Prereqs: ART 101 and ART 120 . Offered: Spring.
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ART 261 - Letterpress Printmaking (3)
Use of the letterpress printmaking process to create projects with graphic design content. Historic overview of letterpress printmaking from 1450 to the present.
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ART 270 - Beginning Sculpture (3)
Introduction to traditional and non-traditional sculpture materials and techniques with an emphasis on additive, subtractive, and assemblage construction methods. Prereqs: ART 102 and ART 120 . Offered: Spring.
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ART 271 - Intermediate Sculpture (3)
This course builds upon the sculptural basics taught in both 3D Design (ART 102 ) and Beginning Sculpture (ART 270 ). In Intermediate Sculpture, students will be introduced to new techniques and interdisciplinary methods of working in three dimensions, including installation and site-specificity. Throughout the course, emphasis will be placed upon developing conceptual motivations for the work, including careful examinations of site and audience. Contemporary and historical artists and themes will be referenced throughout the course. Prereqs: ART 102 and ART 270 . Offered: Fall and Spring.
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ART 291 - Principles of 3D Animation (3)
In this character-focused animation course, students develop a sense of timing, staging, fluid movement, blocking, and expressive performance in character animation. Technical software understanding is developed with a focus on the principles of animation to create effective acting and facial expressions with lip-synch. Prereq: ART 110 . Offered: Fall.
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ART 292 - Principles of 3D Game Art (3)
Students develop the core skills of 3D production, the principles of modeling, and texturing assets. In this course students will explore the creation of 3-D assets specifically designed for integration into a game engine. Prereqs: ART 110 , and ART 120 or COSC 110 . Offered: Spring.
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ART 309 - Darkroom Film Photography (3)
Introduction to darkroom film photography as a medium of expression. Includes the history of photography, working knowledge of 35mm cameras, and basic darkroom printing techniques in black and white. The course approaches photography as an art form and not merely as a technical means to preserve images. Prereq: ART 101 . Offered: Fall and Spring. (Formerly ART 210)
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ART 310 - Production for Print and Digital (3)
Study of methodology and best practice for dealing with the production of designs from concept to paper or digital output, using complex projects to reinforce learning production methods and compliance, as well as developing efficacious working relationships with printers, pre-press departments, and digital implementers. Instruction will be provided through in-class lectures and demos. ART 212 . Offered: Fall.
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ART 311 - Graphic Design: Branding Systems (3)
In-depth study of branding systems-from the perspective of logo and corporate ID development, developing style guides and branding standards, as well as the application/development of branding across a variety of 2D and 3D applications. Prereq: ART 212 . Offered: Fall.
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ART 312 - Graphic Design: Advanced Visual Systems (3)
In-depth study of systems of design, rather than singular pieces. Incorporate multipage layout projects (including e-publication), systems of advertising and promotion, as well as exploring the use of these areas of design as catalysts for impacting social change. Prereq: ART 212 . Offered: Spring.
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ART 313 - Designing the User Experience (3)
Advanced UI design and its effect on the user’s experience will be explored. Students will learn how user behavior is established through consistent and clear design. Technologies such as content management systems (CMS) and the role they play in establishing consistent design patterns will also be covered. Prereq: ART 212 . Offered: Spring.
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ART 314 - Motion Graphics (3)
Introduction to theory and production techniques related to creating motion graphics used in animation, special effects, and time-based media environments. Moving images, kinetic typography, and audio editing tools will be explored. Prereq: ART 211 and ART 213 . Offered: Spring.
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ART 323 - Figure Drawing (3)
Advanced exploration of drawing materials and techniques with emphasis on the human figure as subject. Includes research into contemporary and historical precedents. Prereqs: ART 101 and ART 120 . Offered: Spring.
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ART 333 - Figure Painting (3)
Advanced exploration of painting materials and techniques with emphasis on the human figure. Includes research into historical and contemporary precedents. Prereqs: ART 101 , ART 120 , ART 230 , and ART 323 . Offered: Fall.
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ART 334 - Advanced Painting (3)
Advanced exploration of painting materials and techniques with special emphasis on the development of self-directed work in painting through practice and criticism as the student explores personal style and expression. Includes research into historical and contemporary precedents. Prereqs: ART 101 , ART 120 , and ART 230 . Offered: Fall.
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ART 340 - Advanced Ceramics (3)
Continued study and use of the basics learned in Ceramics, with emphasis placed on wheel throwing, glazing, and firing. Prereq: ART 240 . Offered: Fall and Spring.
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ART 352 - History & Application of Graphic Design (3)
Study and application of design from its origins to contemporary design. Includes portfolio design projects with consideration of specific periods, styles, and subjects. Offered: Spring.
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ART 356 - Illustration (3)
Introduction to editorial and advertising illustration, primarily through traditional methods and media. Examination of creative process, design principles, and the discipline of illustration as a profession. Prereqs: ART 102 and ART 230 . Offered: Fall.
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ART 358 - Photodesign (3)
Study and practice of photography as a vital part of graphic design. Photography-driven projects explore both location and studio techniques through digital imaging. Access to a digital camera capable of manual override is required. Limited access to a camera may be provided by the art department. Offered: Spring.
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ART 360 - Advanced Printmaking (3)
Advanced exploration of printmaking materials and techniques with emphasis on screen-printing, woodblock relief printing, experimental, expressive, and portable processes. Includes research into contemporary and historical precedents. Prereqs: ART 101 , ART 120 , and ART 260 . Offered: Spring.
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ART 370 - Advanced Sculpture (3)
This course builds upon the sculptural basics taught in both Beginning and Intermediate Sculpture (ART 270 and ART 271 ). In Advanced Sculpture, students will further develop technical skills and interdisciplinary methods of working in three dimensions, including installation and site-specificity. Throughout the course, emphasis will be placed upon developing conceptual motivations for the work, including careful examinations of site and audience. Contemporary and historical artists and themes will be referenced throughout the course. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Prereqs: ART 102 , ART 270 , and ART 271 . Offered: Spring.
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ART 380 - History of Fashion and Costume (3)
Study of historical clothing as dress and stage costuming, from primitive apparel to present fashion. Cross-listed with THEA 380 . Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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ART 381 - Ancient and Medieval Art (3)
Study of art, architecture, graphics, and interior design from prehistory to the Gothic Age, including their place in cultural, social, political, economic, and religious settings. Offered: Fall.
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ART 382 - Renaissance and Baroque Art (3)
Study of art, architecture, graphics, and interior design from late Gothic to Neoclassicism and Romanticism including their place in cultural, social, political, economic, and religious settings. Offered: Spring.
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ART 383 - Modern and Contemporary Art (3)
Study of art, architecture, graphics, and interior design from Realism to the present time, including their place in cultural, economic, social, political, and religious settings. Offered: Fall.
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ART 384 - Contemporary Theory & Practice (3-4)
Through study of works by some of the most important artists, theorists, and critics of the 20th and 21st centuries, this course provides students with the context and insights needed to investigate the ideas and ideologies underlying contemporary artmaking and discourse. The aim is to provide a background in the traditions of thought that inform much of recent artmaking. An awareness and understanding of these traditions will help anchor the student’s critical responses to artworks and inform his/her individual studio practice in conjunction with the Senior Seminar (ART 415 ) and Senior Project (SOA 460 ). Prereqs: UCR 101 , UCS 102 , and ART 383 . Offered: Fall.
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ART 385 - History of Graphic Design (3)
Examination of the history of graphic design, including exploration of its cultural, social, and political contexts. Visual innovators, movements of style and approach, groundbreaking technologies, and major developments covering communication methods from past to present will be covered. Offered: Spring.
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ART 389 - Special Topics in Art History (3)
The topics in this course will vary from semester to semester, covering thematic art-historical and theoretical subjects that engage a range of disciplines, cultures, and concepts. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Prereqs: UCR 101 and UCS 102 . Offered: Spring.
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ART 390 - Mixed Media (3)
Study of mixed media materials and techniques with emphasis on 2-D traditional and non-traditional methods, collage, composition development, and personal expression. Includes research into historical and contemporary precedents. Prereqs: ART 101 , ART 120 , and ART 230 . Offered: Fall, and/or Spring.
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ART 391 - Intermediate 3D Production Art (3)
Students refine skills in 3-D art, creating complex organic and hard surface models for video games, 3-D animations, and visual effects. In this course, students cultivate digital sculpting skills and other advanced concepts as they produce high-resolution characters and environments with aesthetic appeal. Prereqs: ART 291 and ART 292 . Offered: Fall.
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ART 395 - Advanced 3D Production Art (3)
Students explore methods and processes for creating advanced assets of a short-animated film or video game. This course prepares students for professional situations through the creation of individual assets in relation to the student’s aspirations in the industry. Prereq: ART 391 . Offered: Spring.
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ART 398 - Special Topics in Studio Art (3)
The topics in this course will vary from semester to semester, covering various media, thematic material, and theoretical subjects that engage a range of disciplines, cultures, and concepts. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Offered: On rotation.
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ART 401 - Workshop I (1)
Independent study in any media for advanced art students. Content to be decided in consultation between student and supervising faculty member. May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credits.
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ART 402 - Workshop II (2)
Independent study in any media for advanced art students. Content to be decided in consultation between student and supervising faculty member. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits.
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ART 403 - Workshop III (3)
Independent study in any media for advanced art students. Content to be decided in consultation between student and supervising faculty member. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
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ART 410 - Graphic Design: Professional Practice and Preparedness (3)
Focus on the process of taking the work students have done up to this point and finding a job. Emphasis on portfolio development (print, PDF and web-based), job-searching, writing cover letters, interview skills, freelancing and entrepreneurship, networking, etc. Prereqs: ART 311 and ART 312 . Offered: Fall.
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ART 415 - Senior Seminar (3)
Throughout this seminar, students will be introduced to various professional practices within the field of art, such as creating CVs, writing grant proposals, artist statements, and statements of purpose, and learning the different content and uses of each. This course will support students in the development and execution of their senior projects/exhibitions, as well as prepare them for a career in the arts beyond graduation. Co-req: SOA 460 . Offered: Fall.
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ART 450 - Senior Portfolio (3-6)
Final portfolio, under supervision of the faculty, for senior art students, with periodic evaluation by professionals. The advanced nature of these assignments is designed to produce portfolio examples for job-hunting or graduate school. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
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ART 451 - Video Motion Graphics (3)
Introduction to digital video production. Objectives include how to use a Mac computer as a video editing and creation tool, and exploration of lighting, camera technique, and video effects. Prereqs: ART 101 and ART 102 .
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ART 455 - Externship and Independent Study (2-3)
Opportunity for advanced students to gain valuable work experience for credit as they near completion of their collegiate experience. Several internships with local businesses are available. Co-req: ART 494 .
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ART 456 - Advanced Illustration (3)
Study of contemporary image making through vector and bitmap applications. Traditional media and processes are reviewed and practiced where appropriate. Examination of creative process, design principles, and the discipline of illustration as a profession. Prereqs: ART 102 and ART 230 . Offered: Spring.
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ART 480 - Art History Guided Study (3)
Guided study and/or selected research in an area of art history that is of particular interest or has a personal application to the student’s field of study.
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ART 494 - Internship (1)
Independent study in which the student gains practical experience while working in an art/graphic design-related business. Grading is pass/fail. Co-req: ART 455 . Offered: Summer.
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ART 495 - Game and Animation Development Studio (3)
Through hands-on experience, students will apply their skills to create an animated short or video game. This class provides a sense of immersion into the industry with a simulated professional environment. Students will gain experience in content creation within a limited resource environment, with an emphasis on production-oriented goals, in order to provide students with the professional skills needed to work with others in a production pipeline. Prereq: ART 395 or COSC 360 . Offered: Fall and Spring.
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Biblical & Religious Studies Of related interest: UCBF 101 - Biblical Foundations (4) .
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BREL 101 - Introduction to Biblical and Religious Studies (1)
This course is an introduction and invitation to biblical and religious studies. It is intended for students who would like to explore what these subjects are all about. We’ll read great texts and have conversations about a range of interesting and important topics, such as the purpose of college education, the value of studying the Bible, theology, and religion in that context, the basic contours of these topics, and the skills these topics require and develop. Restricted to freshmen and sophomores (except with permission of the instructor). Offered: Spring.
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BREL 200 - Christian Ethics (4)
Examination of contemporary social-ethical issues in light of Christian ethical principles, derived from scripture and church history. Cross-listed with PHIL 200 . Offered: Fall. (Formerly RELG 200)
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BREL 201 - Introduction to World Religions (4)
Investigation of the major world religions, emphasizing their distinctive histories, beliefs, and practices. Offered: Every Semester. (Formerly RELG 201)
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