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HDFE 324 - Human Sexuality (4)
Examination of human sexuality from multidisciplinary perspectives, including the biological, spiritual, psychosocial, and cultural dimensions. Discussion of beliefs and values that influence individual health and well-being. Implications for personal values formation and decision-making. Cross-listed with PSYC 324 and SOCI 324 . Prereq: HDFE 202 . Offered: Spring.
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HDFE 330 - Death and Dying (4)
Introduction to personal death awareness, including aspects associated with counseling clients who are facing death, as well as the concerns of family members going through the grief process. Offered: On rotation.
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HDFE 331 - Family Dynamics (4)
Analysis of family dynamics from a systemic, developmental framework. Students are challenged to examine common and particular needs and issues of families as they navigate through the family life cycle. Includes examination of the contemporary social context in which families operate. As a writing course, HDFE 331 focuses on training students to develop effective APA research writing skills. Prereq: HDFE 202 . Offered: Spring.
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HDFE 345 - Families and Health (4)
Study of dynamic aspects of health and wellness in the family throughout the lifespan. Focus on preventative and remedial approaches to safeguarding emotional and physical health to promote optimal well-being for families. Impact of illness and disabilities on family dynamics. Emphasis on family behaviors related to nutrition, fitness, stress, and illness, and responsibly contributing to their own and others’ health and well-being. Prereq: HDFE 202 or instructor permission. Offered: Spring.
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HDFE 346 - Family Resource Management (4)
A study of the decisions individuals and families make about developing and allocating financial and human resources including time, money, material assets, energy, friends, neighbors, and space, to meet their goals throughout the lifespan. This course examines the complexities of family dynamics and societal influences in the resource allocation process. Prereq: HDFE 202 or instructor permission. Offered: Fall.
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HDFE 350 - Introduction to Non-Profit Organizations & Grant Writing (4)
Survey course that explores the role of non-profit organizations in society. Students will examine the theoretical, philosophical, practical, and ethical perspectives related to the creation and administration of non-profit organizations, including grant writing. Prereq: HDFE 202 . Offered: On rotation.
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HDFE 360 - Infant and Child Development (4)
Overview of the science of child development. Includes introduction to major theories of child development and a close examination of the major domains of child development (cognitive, physical, social-emotional) from prenatal to early adolescence. Special focus will also be given to specific disabilities which interplay with development (e.g., ADHD, autism). Additionally, students will gain hands on training and practice administering the Denver II instrument. Prereq: HDFE 202 . Offered: Fall.
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HDFE 365 - Adolescent and Adult Development (4)
In depth study of the physical, emotional, cognitive, social, personality, and spiritual development of persons from adolescence through later life. Major theories of adolescent and adult development are presented as well as various issues related to these stages such as peer relationships, dating, marriage, career choice, transitions to parenting, empty nest, mid-life, and retirement. Prereq: HDFE 202 or instructor permission. Offered: Spring.
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HDFE 366 - Gerontology and the Family (4)
Introduction to the growing field of family gerontology. Serves as the introductory course for the gerontology concentration within the human development and family science major. Students will gain an understanding of demographic trends, theoretical perspectives, and research methods in gerontology. Students will examine major developmental late-life events and the impact of those events on the family. Special attention will be given to issues involving family caregiving. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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HDFE 370 - Practicum in Family Life Education (4)
Students complete a practicum of 125 hours in a child/family/social/community agency, as well as attend class. The focus is on personal and professional development, ethical guidelines of various helping professions, and compilation of a professional portfolio. Practicum sites must meet specified criteria, available from the HDFE practicum supervisor. Enrollment is limited to juniors and seniors. Prereq: HDFE 202 . Offered: Fall and Spring.
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HDFE 375 - Independent/Special Study (1-5)
Individual problem selected by the student, with approval of the department chair, arranged with the guidance and supervision of an assigned staff member. Prereq: HDFE 202 . Offered: See advisor.
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HDFE 383 - Research Methods (2)
Introduction to research methods in family studies. Drawing on examples from the discipline, this course introduces students to basic elements of scientific thought and stages in the quantitative research process, as well as research ethics. Students design a research project that is completed in the senior research course to follow. Prereq: HDFE 331 . Offered: Fall.
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HDFE 390 - Child Life Practicum (4)
Students in the child development education concentration work (as volunteers) in an early childhood learning program under supervision of its staff and Samford faculty. Class meets once per week for 2 hours and 40 minutes, plus 8 hours per week of field experience. (Students pursuing the child life concentration will work as volunteers in a hospital child life program under supervision of the hospital child life staff and Samford faculty.)
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HDFE 391 - Therapeutics of Play (2)
This course focuses on the therapeutic aspects and/or learning objectives of play. Play is considered the primary vehicle and indicator of physical, intellectual, social and emotional development of children. Students will explore the classical and contemporary theories or concepts of play through observing, structuring, assessing, and using play to make judgments on children’s learning. This course is required for students seeking certification as a Child Life Specialist. Prereq: HDFE 202 . Offered: Every semester.
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HDFE 397 - Special Topics (1-4)
Examination of a particular topic in human development and/or family science that is not normally examined in depth in the regular course offerings. This course is designed to teach students about a special research interest of a faculty member or a newly emerging area of family science. Topics vary. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits. Prereq: HDFE 202 or instructor permission.
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HDFE 399 - Special Topics Abroad (4)
Special courses designed for and offered through the Office of International Studies. Topics vary. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits. Prereq: HDFE 202 or instructor permission.
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HDFE 400 - Family Law and Public Policy (4)
Promotion of interdisciplinary knowledge in the content areas of family law and public policy. Topics include legislation and policies relating to marriage, family leave, divorce, family support, child custody, child protection, and economic support for children and families. Ethics are emphasized as pertaining to the lifespan and to the helping professions, specifically human development and family life education. Prereq: HDFE 202 or instructor permission. Offered: Spring.
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HDFE 413 - Multicultural Perspectives (4)
Overview of contemporary family science scholarship related to multicultural, diversity and gender perspectives. Examines the centrality of cultural identity and gender in the organization, structure and functioning of families and societies. Cultural competence and cross cultural skills are explored through multicultural and diversity perspectives in national and international contexts. Offered: On rotation.
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HDFE 483 - Senior Research (2)
Capstone course designed to familiarize seniors with theoretical and applied research, and research ethics, as it relates to their particular discipline and interests. Final objective is a senior project, which is evaluated by practitioners in the field. Prereq: HDFE 383 . Offered: Fall.
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HDFE 490 - Child Life Internship (12)
Students complete an approved Child Life internship experience in a hospital setting. All internship experiences are supervised by a certified Child Life Specialist and involve a minimum of 480 hours of experience. Enrollment in this course is dependent upon acceptance into an approved hospital program. Security clearance and proper immunizations may be required by the hospital prior to the start of the internship. Failure to meet these requirements may result in termination of enrollment. Prereqs: HDFE 390 and instructor permission.
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HDFE 491 - Child Development Education Internship (12)
Students complete an approved internship involving a minimum of 450 hours of clinical, structured experiences working with young children and their families in one or more early childhood learning center locations. Hours include a minimum of four supervisory consultations by approved University personnel. Travel within and outside the Birmingham metro area may be required to reach the site(s). Students enrolled in this course MUST have a negative security clearance by the Alabama Department of Human Resources prior to the start of their internship. Failure to receive clearance may result in termination of enrollment. Prereqs: HDFE 390 and instructor permission. Offered: Spring.
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Interdisciplinary |
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IDHU 201 - Interdisciplinary Humanities (4)
An interdisciplinary course that allows students to explore a topic in the humanities from multiple perspectives. Course can be offered with a variety of different special topics. Satisfies the general education humanities requirement for most majors. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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IDSC 201 - Scientific Methods (4)
Scientific approach to understanding the physical universe through an investigation of representative topics in physics, chemistry, and biology, paying particular attention to the sources of scientific information both for scientists and society. Interdisciplinary course taught by faculty in biology, chemistry, and physics. Satisfies the general education natural and computational sciences requirement for most majors. LEC 4. Prereq: Grade of C- or better in UCCA 102 .
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IDSS 201 - Interdisciplinary Social Science (4)
An interdisciplinary course that combines a social science discipline with either a humanities or science discipline. Topics will vary depending on the faculty co-teaching the course. Satisfies the general education social science requirement for most majors. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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Interior Architecture - Undergraduate |
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IARC 101 - Architecture/Interior Design: 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. Offered: Spring.
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IARC 201 - Shop Craft (1)
Introduction to the processes and skills required for model-building and furniture production. Emphasis is on the craft and technology used in these processes - familiarizing the student with the safe operation of this equipment for use in future class projects. For majors in pre-architecture, interior design, or theatre only. Recommended Co-req: IARC 251 . Offered: Fall.
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IARC 220 - Presentation Techniques (3)
Studio course for interior design majors and pre-architecture concentration students that focuses on developing perspective sketches, rendering techniques, and graphic compositions for presentation purposes. Skills acquired in ART 221 - Beginning Drawing (3) serve as a foundation for this course. Technical/studio format. Recommended Co-reqs: IARC 221 and IARC 251 . Offered: Spring.
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IARC 221 - Digital Communication I (3)
Designing interior-architecture 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 1) develop formal technical drawing skills that lead to understanding the relationship between 2-dimensional design and 3-dimensional design; 2) to cultivate the ability to encode and decode abstract representations in the field of design/architecture; and 3) to enhance the ability to visually and graphically communicate design intent. For majors in pre-architecture or interior design only. Technical/studio format. Recommended Co-reqs: IARC 220 and IARC 251 . Offered: Fall.
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IARC 222 - Digital Communication II (3)
Review of contemporary methods of digital representation as both a communicative device and conceptual tool for interior-architecture. Projects will explore appropriate computer graphics (CG) techniques and three-dimensional modeling and compositing software in order to expand our ability to communicate architectonically. For majors in pre-architecture or interior design only. Technical/studio format. Prereq: IARC 221 . Recommended Co-reqs: IARC 224 and IARC 252 . Offered: Spring.
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IARC 224 - Construction Documents/Building System I (4)
Survey course in which interior design/pre-architectural majors gain an understanding of the basic technical components of building construction including the structural, mechanical, and electrical building systems and how these systems relate to interior architectural building code requirements. For interior design majors only. Prereq: IARC 221 . Recommended Co-reqs: IARC 222 and IARC 252 . Offered: Fall.
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IARC 251 - Design Fundamentals I (4)
A transitional interior architecture/design studio course that builds upon the fundamental principles and elements of design introduced in ART 101 - Two-Dimensional Design (4) and ART 102 - Three-Dimensional Design (4) . 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 pre-architecture or interior design only. Technical/studio format. Prereqs: ART 101 , ART 102 , ART 221 , and ART 231 . Recommended Coreqs: IARC 220 and IARC 221 . Offered: Fall.
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IARC 252 - Design Fundamentals II (4)
A studio course in which students will begin to link architectonic principles introduced in IARC 251 to coherent, meaningful, and useful design resolutions. Relationships between body, objects, culture, events, the environment, will be integrated into the study of the habitable realm of the built environment, synthesizing both aesthetic and pragmatic program requirements (user needs, human factors, context, building systems, codes, etc.). For majors in pre-architecture or interior design only. Technical/studio format. Prereq: IARC 251 . Recommended Co-reqs: IARC 222 and IARC 224 . Offered: Spring.
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IARC 301 - Design Concepts I (4)
Introduction to the design methodology process, as abstract principles are applied to spatial problem-solving. Based on elements and principles of design that were introduced in the art minor. Technical/studio format. Prereqs: IARC 222 and IARC 251 . Offered: Fall.
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IARC 302 - Design Concepts II (4)
Continuation of concepts as presented in Design Concepts I, with greater application of the design methodology process toward spatial problem-solving. Although project types vary, focus is on residential issues. Technical/studio format. Prereq: IARC 301 . Offered: Spring.
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IARC 312 - Lighting (2)
Study of basic lighting principles and their application. Sources, lamp properties, fixture design, photometrics, lumen/footcandle calculations, and lifecycle evaluation are derived for specification. Prereqs: ART 101 and ART 102 ; and IARC 222 , IARC 224 , IARC 252 , and IARC 301 . Offered: Fall.
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IARC 324 - Construction Documents/Building System II (4)
Continuation of IARC 224 . After cultivating an understanding of building systems and building code requirements, students develop construction documentation for a commercial interior project reflecting core objectives of IARC 224 . The course applies experientially the knowledge and skill developed in IARC 221 by encoding construction processes. For interior design majors only. Technical/studio format. Prereq: IARC 224 . Offered: Fall.
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IARC 325 - Historic Preservation and Adaptive Reuse (4)
Identification and study of historical architectural styles as designed and constructed in specific projects. Students research the building’s original appearance and restore the project to its original purpose or to a converted purpose. Prereqs: ART 101 and ART 102 ; and IARC 222 , IARC 224 , and IARC 301 . Offered: Spring.
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IARC 340 - Concepts and Theories of Sustainability (2)
Exploration of sustainable design and the basics of the green building initiative. The course offers an introduction to USGBC, sustainable building principles, and the fundamentals of the LEED Rating System. Students will leave this course with a basic understanding of the intent, concepts, and terms for each LEED credit category, as well as green building best practices, regulations and incentives, sustainable products, synergies, and tradeoffs of LEED credits. For majors in pre-architecture or interior design only. Technical/studio format. Offered: Spring.
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IARC 346 - Textiles and Materials (2)
Exploration of characteristics, properties, and applications of textiles and other materials used for construction, furnishings, and as finish surfaces in the built environment. Offered: Spring.
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IARC 380 - History and Theory of Interiors and Furnishings (4)
Study of the development of architectural interiors and furnishings from pre-history to the present, grounding students in each cultural period of hallmarking a set of determinants that shaped the culture’s aesthetics and design history. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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IARC 400 - Interior Design Independent Study (1-4)
Exploration of a particular design content area as selected by the student, with approval of the program coordinator, under guidance and supervision of an assigned staff member. Offered: See advisor.
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IARC 401 - Special Topics in Interior Design (1-4)
Special topics in interior design not normally examined in depth in regular course offerings. May explore a special design interest of a faculty member or a newly emerging area in interior design. Topics vary depending on the instructor. Technical/studio format. Offered: See advisor.
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IARC 403 - Design Concepts III (4)
Continuation of concepts as presented in Design Concepts I and II, with further application of the design methodology process toward spatial problem-solving. Although project types vary, focus is on commercial design issues. Technical/studio format. Prereqs: IARC 301 and IARC 302 . Offered: Fall.
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IARC 415 - Professional Practice for Interior Designers (2)
Exploration of business practices of the profession of Interior Design, such as marketing, compensation, business structure, legal responsibilities, and more. Lecture format. Offered: Spring.
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IARC 420 - Furniture and Millwork Design (3)
Introduction to the design process as well as technical criteria to be considered in the design of furniture, merchandising, and millwork items. Students should have a basic knowledge of the design process and artistic and technical drawing as used as tools to develop project design solutions. Technical/studio format. Prereqs: IARC 222 and IARC 324 . Offered: Fall.
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IARC 450 - Portfolio (2)
Designed for upper-level interior design students who are preparing portfolios for job interviews, graduate school applications, design grants, or competitions. Technical/studio format. Prereqs: IARC 301 , IARC 302 , and preferably IARC 403 . Offered: Spring.
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IARC 455 - Internship (2)
Independent study in which students gain practical experience while working in an architectural or interior design firm, or in a business involved in the practice of interior design. Grading is pass/fail. Prereqs: IARC 301 and IARC 302 . Offered: See advisor.
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IARC 490 - Thesis Research (1)
Prerequisite to the senior capstone course, IARC 495 - Senior Thesis (3) , students select a relevant topic to the field of interior architecture, and through research and analysis develop a project scenario about which this topic can be further studied and explored. For interior design majors only. Prereq: IARC 302 . Co-req: IARC 403 . Offered: Fall.
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IARC 495 - Senior Thesis (3)
Final, senior-level design studio course that incorporates components from all previously studied interior design courses. Students design projects based on their own research and program development. Technical/studio format. Prereqs: IARC 301 , IARC 302 , IARC 403 , and IARC 490 . Offered: See advisor for approval.
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Interior Architecture - Graduate |
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IARC 601 - Academic Writing (3)
This course is designed to support and prepare students for academic writing at the graduate level, focusing on critical tasks in graduate writing: summarizing and critiquing scholarly sources, writing a literature review, and using sources appropriately. Emphasis will be placed on the process of scientific inquiry (quantitative and qualitative) as well as how to critique various forms of research. This course is not designed to provide intensive language study for non-native speakers of English. Offered: Summer.
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IARC 602 - Research Design and Methods I (3)
This course introduces graduate students to key issues and concepts in quantitative and qualitative research. Students develop skills in research design, basic statistical methodology, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analyses, and how to prepare a scholarly paper. This course is required for the master’s thesis requirement. Prereq: IARC 601 . Offered: Fall.
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IARC 603 - Research Design and Methods II (3)
In this course, students will expand their knowledge base of research design and methods. At the end of this course students will have created a research prospectus to outline a program of research in their interest area. Topics discussed in this course include the scientific method; measurement; sampling; quantitative, qualitative, and mixed data collection techniques, specifically single-subject design and survey data collection; data analysis and interpretation; statistical analyses, and the development of a research program. Prereq: IARC 602 . Offered: Spring.
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IARC 604 - Design Theory and Criticism (3)
This course seeks to explore the development of pragmatic and creative attitudes regarding art and design, and develop tools for probing a more comprehensive understanding of shifts in these attitudes over time. Strategies of correlational research are emphasized. Prereq: IARC 601 . Offered: Fall.
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IARC 605 - Design Issues in the Interior Built Environment (3)
Emphasis is placed upon contemporary and controversial issues of the field and practice of interior design and its relationship to the allied design disciplines. Topics include, but are not limited to global issues, biomimicry, social and environmental responsibility, technology, project delivery, health and safety, and advanced anthropometry. Prereq: IARC 601 . Offered: Spring.
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IARC 610 - Pedagogy of Design Methods and Processes (3)
Emphasis is on an advanced investigation of the theoretical aspects of the design methods and processes within the context of design practices. Students will explore the relationship of the design process with the pedagogy of the design studio. Qualitative research methods will be emphasized. Prereq: IARC 601 . Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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IARC 611 - Architecture, Society, and Culture (3)
In support of the student’s research agenda, this course seeks to provide perspectives for educators on current topics in design. The response of design to global issues, to the metropolis, and to the changing landscape of project delivery are central themes. The course also aims to introduce students to differences between design practice and design academia, while considering the importance of bridging the two. Prereq: IARC 601 . Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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IARC 695 - Master Thesis (6)
The thesis will be used to explore new insights, thereby contributing to the body of knowledge that can in turn advance the discipline and practice of interior design and/or design education. It is a significant part of the work done towards the completion of the master of science degree. The thesis must demonstrate both a sound understanding of research methods and the ability to apply those methods to a research program related to the design discipline. Prereqs: IARC 602 and IARC 603 . Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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International Studies |
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INTL 200 - The British Theatre (2)
Study of British drama using classroom discussion and live theatre. Students experience a variety of venues and dramatic genres as they attend a series of plays in London’s theatre districts. Class meetings emphasize discussion and critical thinking that allow students to approach live drama as an informed audience. May be substituted for THEA 200 , general education fine arts requirement. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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INTL 201 - Music and Art in London (2)
Interdisciplinary course combining the visual and musical resources of London’s National Gallery, Tate Gallery, British Museum, Royal Albert Hall, the West End Theatre District, and other venues for an enriching experience in the arts. May be substituted for ART 200 or MUSC 200 , general education fine arts requirement. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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INTL 202 - Appreciation with a British Accent (4)
On-site study of the cultural, historical, and literary significance of art and theatre in the city of London through the ages. This course employs the ample theatrical and artistic resources of London with visits to museums, backstage tours, and theatre attendance. Lectures supplement the course with context and critical appraisal. Meets the general education fine arts requirement. Offered: Jan Term and Summer.
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INTL 330 - International Internship (1-4)
Provides part-time practical work experience while studying abroad. Students work under the supervision of professionals in the following fields: business, education, economics, television, film, journalism, arts, culture, healthcare, social issues, advertising, marketing, public relations, politics, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and others. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. Prereq: Junior standing or permission of academic advisor; 3.00 GPA. Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer.
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INTL 360 - British Heritage and Culture (4)
Interdisciplinary study of the British Isles from a variety of perspectives, including history, literature, politics and government, art and architecture, education, religion, race, class, and gender. Lectures by British professors are supplemented by visits to museums, political institutions, and other historic sites in London. This course may be taken as part of the Semester Abroad Program only. Satisfies the general education social science or humanities requirement. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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INTL 399 - International Study Topics (4)
Interdisciplinary course, cross-listed with various schools and departments, takes advantage of the particular expertise of the professor and of the resources available in the international setting. Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer I.
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INTL 430 - International Independent Study (1-4)
Advanced study of a particular theme or topic germane to individual student interest within an international setting through readings, research, and analysis. Designed for people who have completed basic courses and who want to study specific topics not offered in other study abroad courses. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits. Prereq: Permission of academic and faculty advisor. Offered: Fall, Jan Term, Spring, and Summer.
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Journalism & Mass Communication |
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JMC 200 - Mass Media and Society (4)
Introduction to mass communication with an emphasis on exposure to mass media messages, the industry, message effects, historical perspective, communication theories, and media literacy. Offered: Every semester.
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JMC 202 - Introduction to Storytelling (4)
Introduction to the basic skills needed to tell stories effectively through mass media, including story development; fundamental writing techniques for print journalism, web journalism, broadcast journalism, and public relations; journalistic writing style; proper grammar; story construction methods; and media literacy. Prereq: JMC 200 . Offered: Spring.
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JMC 253 - Introduction to Sports Journalism (4)
Introduction to basic skills needed to tell sports stories effectively through mass media. These skills include story development, fundamental writing techniques, journalistic writing style, story construction, coverage of athletic events, profiles and enterprise reporting, and media literacy. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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JMC 254 - Introduction to Photojournalism (4)
This course is about the basics of still photography for use in mass communications, especially for public relations professionals and journalists, but of use to all who produce and manipulate professional photographs. The latest digital photographic techniques will be employed throughout, including digital still cameras and digital darkroom software. Offered: Every other year.
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JMC 303 - Print and Web Storytelling (4)
The purpose of this course is to teach students the concepts of advanced reporting and writing for print- and web-based publications. Students will learn how to determine which facts should go in a news story, how to quote sources accurately, apply Associated Press style and correct grammar, and understand online research approaches. Students will present information using in-depth hard news and feature approaches. Prereq: JMC 202 . Offered: Fall.
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JMC 304 - Visual Storytelling for Print and Digital Media (4)
Introduction to visual storytelling for print and non-video digital platforms. Students will learn to use and apply the basic principles and elements of visual design to create non-video media products used by advertising, public relations and journalism professionals. Projects will include magazine page design, newsletters, brochures, infographics, specialty photos for social media distribution, and photo essays for print and digital publication. Prereq: JMC 202 . Offered: Fall.
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JMC 305 - Broadcast Storytelling (4)
Writing course for broadcast platforms. Students will apply broadcast writing style to several projects throughout the semester, including voiceovers, radio packages, and TV packages. Students also learn technical skills and relevant software packages associated with broadcast storytelling (camera operation, sound recording, audio/video editing). Prereq: JMC 303 . Offered: Spring.
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JMC 307 - Principles of Public Relations (4)
Introduction and overview of principles, practices, context and structure of public relations in private industry and the public sector, including the tactics of strategic communication and the psychology of persuasion. Prereq: JMC 303 . Offered: Spring.
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JMC 308 - America since 1945: Media and Politics (4)
Survey of media, politics, and culture since the end of World War II. Cross-listed with HIST 308 .
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JMC 311 - Principles of Advertising (4)
An introductory course into the advertising field, including ad history, concepts of persuasion, media planning, and campaign fundamentals. Prereq: JMC 303 . Offered: Every other year.
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JMC 331 - Mass Media Externship (1-2)
Practical experience working under the supervision of qualified practitioners in print, broadcasting, advertising, or public relations. Two credits for the first internship, maximum three credits. Prereq: JMC 303 . Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer 2.
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JMC 332 - Mass Media Ethics (4)
Historical overview and analysis of applied ethics for mass media professions. Prereq: JMC 305 . Offered: Fall and Spring.
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JMC 333 - Mass Media Law (4)
Study of mass media law including: First Amendment principles, prior restraint, defamation, access to courts, FOIA, privacy, advertising regulation, copyright and trademarks. Prereq: JMC 305 . Offered: Fall and Spring.
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JMC 354 - Sports Public Relations and Advertising (4)
Overview of public relations and advertising fundamentals within the broad field of sports. Prereq: JMC 202 or JMC 253 . Offered: Fall, Jan Term, and Spring, on rotation.
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JMC 355 - Sports Photojournalism (4)
Study of sports/action-based photography including the required building blocks to become a sports photographer: preparation, equipment, exposure, emotion, aesthetics, and access. Prereq: JMC 202 or JMC 253 . Offered: Fall.
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JMC 356 - Sports Broadcasting (4)
This course is an introduction to the study and practice of sports broadcasting for television, an exciting, fast-paced field that has soared in popularity for students entering the media job market. Students learn the history and evolution of electronic sports coverage for radio, television, and Internet. The course also surveys trending show formats and career paths. Students work closely with Samford’s Broadcast Services office and the Athletic Department to create sports shows with highlights and short feature stories. This course is an integral part of the sports media minor offered by the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication. Prereq: JMC 202 or JMC 253 . Offered: Fall and Spring, on rotation.
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JMC 361 - Bridging London (4)
Field-based exploration of the geography of London and its environs. Students investigate historical development, commerce, naval power, imperialism, colonialism, scientific achievement, industrial revolution, financial systems, economic frameworks, transportation, governance, urban design, community, culture, society, ethnicity, international significance, and the intersection between globalization and urbanization. Cross-listed with CLAS 361 , GEOG 361 , HIST 361 , POLS 361 , SOCI 361 .
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JMC 362 - The Film Genre (2)
Study of the history of the film industry in America and its cultural effects. Co-req: JMC 364 . Offered: Summer I and Jan Term.
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JMC 364 - Film Criticism (2)
Introduction to critical theory as applied to film. Practical application of theory in the form of critical essays. Co-req: JMC 362 . Offered: Summer I and Jan Term.
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JMC 373 - Media of Religion (4)
This course surveys the relationship between the mass media and American religion, especially the practice of Christianity. In particular, this course will focus on the use of media technologies to promote religious messages, with a special emphasis on the burgeoning use of the web and social media by religious organizations, non-profits and individuals for religious and spiritual purposes. The course will also explore the world of religious television and film, explore how religion is portrayed in secular entertainment and news media, and the relationship between Christianity and the mass-mediated consumer culture. Prereq: JMC 200 . Offered: Fall and Spring, on rotation.
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JMC 380 - Social Media Practices (4)
Study of the strategic use of social media and online communication tools to build and nurture relationships to achieve defined communication objectives. Students learn effective social media and content marketing practices based on case studies and applied use of social media and other online communication tools. The course also focuses on the metrics and analytics used to measure and evaluate social media campaigns. Students work in teams to produce a comprehensive strategic social media plan for a client. Prereq: Junior/Senior standing. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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JMC 398 - The Alabama Constitution: 100 Years of Controversy (4)
Examination of the creation, structure, and interpretation of state constitutions. Special attention paid to the 1901 Alabama Constitution and issues surrounding the document, as well as to current and past reform movements. Cross-listed with HIST 398 and POLS 398 .
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JMC 399 - London Study Topics (4)
Special courses designed for and offered at the Daniel House London Study Centre. Topics vary.
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JMC 401 - Senior Thesis (4)
Capstone experience that includes design, analysis, implementation, testing, and documentation of an original research project. Prereq: Senior standing. Offered: Fall.
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JMC 402 - Applied Communication Research (4)
Introduction to current mass media research techniques as practiced in the print, broadcast, advertising, and public relations industries. Includes survey research, focus group research, interviewing, and simple experimental techniques as well as basic principles of data collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting. Research project required. Prereq: Senior standing. Offered: Fall.
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JMC 411 - Advertising/Marketing Communication (4)
Practical application of principles of writing and producing persuasive materials for integrated marketing communications (IMC) purposes, including advertising, marketing, public relations, publicity, and promotions. Prereq: JMC 305 . Offered: Fall.
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JMC 412 - Advertising/IMC Practicum (4)
Practical application in researching, planning, writing, scheduling, budgeting, and evaluating the creative campaign in a blend of form and function. Includes media selection, copy and layout, audio and video taping, story boards, and preparation of detailed budgets. Prereq: JMC 411 . Offered: Spring.
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JMC 421 - Advanced Mass Media Applications-Electronic (4)
Practical application of photographing, reporting, writing, editing, and producing journalistic and persuasive digital video materials for broadcast and online media. Prereq: JMC 305 . Offered: Fall.
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JMC 422 - Video Practicum (4)
Practical application in producing and directing. Includes staging, lighting, graphics, video control, and composition. Students produce a weekly news/public affairs video magazine (Samford News Network [SNN]). Prereq: JMC 421 . Offered: Fall.
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JMC 431 - Advanced Mass Media Applications-Print/Web (4)
Practical application of writing, editing, and producing materials for print publications including newspapers and magazines. Prereq: JMC 305 . Offered: Fall.
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JMC 432 - Magazine/E-zine Practicum (4)
Practical application in magazine production. Students write articles, edit, design, market, and publish a magazine. Prereq: JMC 431 . Offered: Spring.
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JMC 441 - Public Relations Communication (4)
Intermediate course in various media techniques used by public relations professionals to reach and influence desired publics. Prereq: JMC 305 . Offered: Fall.
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JMC 442 - Public Relations Practicum (4)
Practical application in planning and managing a campaign with emphasis on problem analysis, crisis, and issues management. All students work in a student-run public relations agency. Prereq: JMC 441 . Offered: Spring.
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JMC 454 - International Mass Media (2)
Introduction to and comprehensive survey of international mass media systems and theories with an emphasis on comparative issues, characteristics, and developments. Course is taught abroad.
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JMC 482 - Independent Study (1-4)
Directed-reading, research, and analysis involving a particular field of interest resulting in a project or paper. Course may be repeated for different topics; maximum of 8 credits. Prereq: Junior standing and/or permission of the instructor.
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JMC 492 - Special Topics in Mass Media (2-4)
In-depth analysis of a contemporary mass communication topic that is not normally covered in other JMC offerings. Topics vary according to the instructor. Course may be repeated for different topics; maximum of 8 credits.
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