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2007-2009 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses

 
  

  • SPED 292 - Topics (C)

    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.

    Credits: 1-3


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  • SPED 300 - Students With Exceptionalities (C)

    Characteristics and needs of exceptional individuals including review of special education legislation and special methods focusing on elementary level students with special needs.

    Credits: 2-3


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  • SPED 350 - Informal Assessment

    Introduction to the basic concept and practices of informal assessment of children with disabilities: task analysis, curriculum based assessment, concept analysis, criterion referenced testing, charting, portfolios, direct instruction and the IEP process.

    Credits: 2


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  • SPED 391 - Independent Study (C)

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

    Credits: 1-3


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  • SPED 394 - Internship (C)

    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.

    Credits: 1-8


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  • SPED 405 - Educating Secondary Students With Disabilities (C)

    An introduction to the entire field of education for children with exceptional needs and is required by all middle school and secondary school majors. Students will identify etiology, classification, and educational programming practices for individuals with any identified disabilities. Students will also determine which local, state, and national administrative and legislative provisions support children with these conditions. Computerized IEP forms and other productivity tools will be reviewed.

    Credits: 2-3


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  • SPED 413 - Serving Students with MR, DD, and Severe Disabilities (C)

    This course is the study of instructional strategies, materials and equipment specific to the instruction of students with mental retardation, developmental disabilities, and severe disabilities.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPED 416 - Assistive Technology

    This course is designed for individuals who work with persons needing information regarding assistive technology. People with disabilities, the elderly, family members and advocates will learn about finding and utilizing assistive devices and technologies such as adapted computer hardware and software, hearing/vision/mobility/communication aids, and environmental adaptations.

    Cross-listed: TET 416

    Credits: 1


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  • SPED 417 - Vocational-Transitional Programming (C)

    This course presents knowledge and skills regarding vocational and transition planning and programming, including an overview of internal and community resources such as rehabilitation services and interagency services.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SPED 100 or 300

    Credits: 2-3


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  • SPED 418 - Communication Needs of Special Learners

    Study of relevant research dealing with communication needs of students who are identified as developmentally delayed or at risk for having a developmental delay. Emphasis in augmentative/alternative communication systems, assessment of nonverbal communication and designing appropriate programs.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPED 419 - Medical Issues in Special Education

    Study of current knowledge and skills to facilitate the integration of students with complex medical needs into an appropriate learning environment.

    Credits: 2


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  • SPED 420 - Curriculum and Instructional Strategies K-12 (C)

    Curriculum and individual education program development for special class teachers including strategies and materials at the K-12 level.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPED 426 - Advanced Methods and Materials for Secondary Students with Disabilities

    Advanced instructional practices and materials in the education and vocational preparation of individuals with special needs at the secondary level.

    Credits: 2


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  • SPED 428 - American Sign Language I

    Development of nonverbal/visual gestural communication, a basic vocabulary of about 1000 signs, a basic knowledge of and skill in use of conversational sign language. Introduction to deaf culture as it relates to use of manual communication.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPED 429 - American Sign Language II

    Further instruction in manual communication including conversational skill and expanded sign vocabulary. Will emphasize structure and grammar of American Sign Language (ASL), used by the deaf community.

    Credits: 3


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  • SPED 430 - Assessment of Persons with Disabilities

    Administration, scoring, and basic interpretation of norm-referenced achievement tests used in special education settings.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: SPED 100 and 260 and 350 and 370

    Credits: 3


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  • SPED 431 - Identification and Assessment in Special Education (C)

    The course covers the development, selection, administration and interpretation of assessment instruments and strategies used to determine whether students have a disability and require special education or related services and to evaluate their level of performance to develop and monitor progress on individual education programs.

    Credits: 2-3


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  • SPED 432 - Methods and Materials for LD K-12 (C)

    This course covers the study of instructional strategies, materials, and equipment specific to the instruction of students with learning disabilities. The course includes the selection, adaptation and use of commercial and teacher-made media and materials, as well as adaptations and accommodations of the environment, equipment, and methodologies appropriate for students with learning disabilities.

    Credits: 2-3


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  • SPED 441 - Collaboration/Special Needs

    This course presents information pertaining to the roles and responsibilities of special and regular educators as they meet the needs of individuals with special needs in their classes. The major focus of the course is to foster understanding and a spirit of collaboration among all teachers of students with special needs.

    Credits: 1


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  • SPED 460 - Family Systems and Professional Collaboration (C)

    This course covers the collaboration and communication skills necessary to work within family systems and the use of resources and services supporting birth through lifespan services, multidisciplinary team functioning, and the placement committee processes.

    Credits: 2-3


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  • SPED 488 - Student Teaching in Special Education (C)

    Supervised placement in a special education classroom. Students assume full responsibility for planning, instruction, evaluation, and classroom management during their experience.

    Note
    Registration Restriction: Instructor Consent

    Credits: 1-16


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  • SPED 490 - Seminar (C)

    A highly focused and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as Internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students.

    Credits: 1-3


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  • SPED 491 - Independent Study (C)

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

    Credits: 1-3


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  • SPED 493 - Workshop (C)

    Special, intense sessions in specific topic areas. Approximately 45 hours of work is required for each hour of credit. Workshops may vary in time range but typically use a compressed time period for delivery. They may include lectures, conferences, committee work, and group activity.

    Credits: 1-9


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  • SPED 495 - Practicum (C)

    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.

    Credits: 1-2


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  • SPED 498 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship (C)

    Includes senior project and capstone experience. Independent research problems/project or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty/member and the student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.

    Credits: 1-3


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  • STAT 281 - Introduction to Statistics (C)

    A study of descriptive statistics including graphs, measures of central tendency and variability and an introduction to probability theory, sampling and techniques of statistical inference with an emphasis on statistical applications.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: MATH 102 or 115

    Credits: 3


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  • STAT 381 - Introduction to Probability & Statistics (C)

    Introduction to probability theory, discrete and continuous distributions, sampling distributions and the Central Limit Theorem with general principles for statistical inference and applications of random sampling to hypothesis testing, confidence limits, and regression.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: MATH 125 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • STAT 411 - Simulation

    Topics include discrete simulation models, queuing theory, stochastic processes, design of simulation experiments, and simulation model validation. Laboratory component.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: CSC 250

    Cross-listed: CSC 411

    Credits: 3


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  • STAT 421 - Econometrics

    A study of the application of statistical and mathematical methods to the analysis of economic data. Applications of economic analysis to real world data is emphasized.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Senior standing

    Cross-listed: ECON 421

    Credits: 3


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  • STAT 475 - Operations Research

    An introductory overview of the field of operations research including topics from linear programming, simplex methods, network models, nonlinear programming, game theory, Markov Chains, introduction to dynamic programming, queing theory and simulation.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Introductory statistics course and one year of calculus or Instructor consent

    Cross-listed: CSC 475, MATH 475

    Credits: 3


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  • STAT 477 - Advanced Operations Research

    Optimal decision making and modeling of probabilistic systems. Topics include Markov processes, queuing theory, reliability, univariate and multivariate search techniques.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: STAT 475

    Cross-listed: CSC 477, MATH 477

    Credits: 3


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  • STAT 481 - Probability and Statistics

    An introduction to the core ideas in probability and statistics. Computation of probabilities using, for instance, counting techniques and Bayes’ rule. Introduction to discrete and continuous random variables, joint and conditional distributions, expectations, variance and correlation, random sampling from populations, hypothesis tests and confidence intervals, and least squares.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: MATH 225

    Cross-listed: MATH 481

    Credits: 3


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  • STAT 485 - Theory of Statistics I

    Maximum likelihood estimators, interval estimators, tests of hypothesis, linear regression, distribution-free methods, and characteristic function distribution of random variables.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: STAT 481

    Cross-listed: MATH 485

    Credits: 3


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  • STAT 486 - Design of Surveys (C)

    Sampling methods such as simple random, stratified, cluster, multistage, transect, and adaptive cluster; methods of estimation and sample size determination; techniques for obtaining valid, reliable, and useful information from surveys.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: MATH 381 or STAT 381 or STAT 281

    Credits: 3


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  • STAT 487 - Regression Analysis

    The fundamentals of regression analysis. Newer and unconventional topics as well as standard topics. Extensive use of computer software packages will be made in the course.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: STAT 281 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • STAT 489 - Design of Experiments

    Methods of construction and analyzing designs for experimental investigations, concepts of blocking, randomization, and replication, factorials, multiple comparisons, model checking, and analysis of covariance.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: STAT 281 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • STAT 492 - Topics (C)

    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Instructor consent

    Credits: 1-3


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  • TET 192 - Topics (C)

    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.

    Credits: 1-3


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  • TET 200 - Basic Skills in Technology

    This course will provide students with the basic computer/technology skills that are necessary for professional and personal use.

    Credits: 1-3


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  • TET 400 - Instructional Computing Skills

    This course enhances computer awareness and literacy through hands-on experience with computing applications and basic skill development.

    Credits: 1-3


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  • TET 416 - Assistive Technology

    This course is designed for those who work with persons needing information regarding assistive technology. People with disabilities, the elderly, family members and advocates will learn about finding and utilizing assistive devices and technologies such as: adapted computer hardware and software, hearing/vision/mobility aids, and environmental adaptations.

    Cross-listed: SPED 416

    Credits: 1


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  • TET 430 - Instructional Desktop Publishing

    This course provides hands-on experience that focuses on effective ways to assemble and distribute information.

    Credits: 1


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  • TET 435 - Internet in the Classroom

    This course provides hands-on experience with Internet resources to aid educators in planning and teaching in the classroom.

    Credits: 1


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  • TET 440 - Internet/Telecommunications

    This course focuses on gaining confidence in learning introductory Internet skills through a hands-on approach and on acquiring valuable Internet research skills by improving search strategies and evaluating Web-site content.

    Credits: 1


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  • TET 445 - Development of Digital Presentations

    This course focuses on the utilization of computers to develop and deliver digital presentations by combining text, graphics, clipart, photos, video, and audio resources. Emphasis is placed on the planning, designing, and delivery of professional digital presentations using software such as Microsoft PowerPoint.

    Credits: 1


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  • TET 450 - Evaluation of Media

    This course is the study of various mediums and the process involved in selection of the right media for the right group at the right time, with the right method to insure that learning does occur.

    Credits: 2


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  • TET 453 - Personal and Organizational Change Management

    This course explores the personal side of change, the difference between change and transition, and basic change theory.

    Credits: 2


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  • TET 465 - Web Page Development

    This course introduces the basics of building structured web pages with XHTML code through hands-on projects and case projects. The emphasis is placed on planning, designing, and publishing professional Web sites.

    Credits: 1


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  • TET 484 - Current Issues in Training and Technology

    The focus of the course will vary depending upon current issues in training and technology.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: Instructor Consent

    Credits: 1-3


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  • TET 492 - Topics (C)

    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.

    Credits: 1-3


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  • THEA 100 - Introduction to Theatre (C)

    Introductory course designed to enhance the student’s enjoyment and understanding of the theatrical experience. Play readings, films, and demonstrations acquaint the students with the history and techniques of the theatrical art.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 131 - Introduction to Acting (C)

    Designed for the non-major interested in exploring acting as a means of improving communication skills and self-expression. Includes specific process for role development, text analysis, and opportunities to practice the craft and art of acting.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 140 - Survey of Technical Theatre Production

    An introduction to the various aspects, language and common practices used “behind the scenes” of the theatrical production.  These areas include scenic, costumes, lighting, sound as well as other areas of technical theatre.  Students will experience each area in rotational throughout the semester. 

    Note
    Registration restriction: BFA Musical Theatre majors only

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 141 - Technical Theatre I

    Introduction to the terminology, equipment, materials, and techniques for the construction and painting of stage scenery.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 142 - Technical Theatre II

    Advanced materials and techniques for construction of stage scenery.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 141 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 150 - Musical Theatre Class Voice I

    This course provides students with introductory vocal technique and repertoire knowledge in preparation for a career in musical theatre.  The course emphasizes breath control, diction, tone production, the Belt voice and compression resonation.  The course will aid students in building musical theatre repertoire and in preparing selections for auditions. 

    Note
    Repeatable to a max 2 credit hours


    Credits: 1


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  • THEA 151 - Musical Theatre Class Voice II

    This course builds upon work accomplished in Class Voice I.  Students develop their vocal technique further by deepening their experience with breath control and support, register work, the Belt voice and compression resonation.  Additional focus will be on building musical theatre repertoire and song interpretation using musical monologues.

    Note
    Registration restriction: BFA Musical Theatre majors only

    Repeatable to a max of 2 credit hours.

    Credits: 1


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  • THEA 181 - Fundamentals of Voice & Movement

    An introduction to the study of the fundamental principles of voice production and movement for the actor. Alignment, centering, relaxation, coordination, and basic approaches to nonverbal communication will be explored.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Theatre majors/minors or Instructor Consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 201 - Film Appreciation

    This course explores the art of film and its impact on society. The student explores American and International cultures through the study of their films, filmmaking, and critical analysis.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 210 - Musical Theatre Applied Voice 1

    This course is designed to provide private voice lessons for the musical theatre student.  The course will include intermediate foundations of vocal technique with further exploration of breathing and support mechanism, vowel purity and resonance focus. 

    Note
    Registration restriction: BFA Musical Theatre majors only.

    Repeatable to a maximum of 2 credit hours.

    Credits: 1


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  • THEA 211 - Musical Theatre Applied Voice 2

    This course is designed to provide private voice lessons for the student of musical theatre.  The course will include intermediate foundations of vocal technique and further exploration of breathing and support mechanism, vowel purity and resonance focus for musical theatre song interpretation. 

    Note
    Registration restriction: BFA Musical Theatre major only

    Repeatable up to 2 credit hours.

    Credits: 1


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  • THEA 231 - Acting I

    This first course in the department’s professional acting sequence introduces the functions and techniques of the craft of acting. It establishes foundation approaches to developing fundamental performance tools through vocal, physical, and psychological exercises; to develop skill in text analysis for the actor; evolution through rehearsal and performance.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Theatre majors/minors or Instructor Consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 232 - Acting II

    Continuation of THEA 231, emphasizing improvisation, script analysis, scene study and practice.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 231 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 240 - Stage Costuming (C)

    Introduction to the equipment, materials, and techniques of theatrical costuming. Includes practical projects in the use of stitching techniques, pattern making, fabric modification, and costume crafts.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 243 - Make-Up (C)

    Principles of theatrical makeup techniques, including character analysis and practical application.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 250 - Play Analysis (C)

    Study and application of principles of playscript analysis and production conceptualization.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 271 - Playwriting I

    Study of the basic techniques of the dramatist, with emphasis on structure, characterization, and dialogue. Practice through the writing of scenes and/or short plays.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 280 - Ballet I

    This course introduces students to the fundamental techniques of classical ballet.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Instructor consent

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 281 - Modern Dance I

    This course introduces students to the fundamental techniques of modern dance through a wide range of styles with emphasis on the study of time, space and energy as essential elements of dance.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
     

    Prerequisite: Instructor permission required

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 282 - Jazz Dance I

    This course introduces students to the fundamental techniques of jazz dance through a wide range of styles.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisite: Instructor permission required

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 283 - Voice Dynamics I

    Process-oriented work on all aspects of vocal production: articulation, projection, resonance, breathing, and relaxation techniques.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 181 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 284 - Voice Dynamics II

    A continuation of THEA 283; emphasizing advanced work on breathing, articulation, projection, resonance, and introductory work on stage dialect.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 283 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 285 - Movement Dynamics I

    Process-oriented work in movement fundamentals for the actor. Includes exploration of movement efficiency and ease as well as range of movement vocabulary. Application of movement choices for character development and ensemble work is emphasized.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 181 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 286 - Movement Dynamics II

    An introduction to and exploration of the use of neutral and character masks to enhance both the psycho-physical communication of the actor and the process of characterization.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 285 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 291 - Independent Study (C)

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

    Credits: 1-3


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  • THEA 305 - World Cinema: Film and Culture

    Through the viewing and discussion of films from many cultures, students will gain insight into the complexities and similarities of the human experience. Comparing U.S. and international film perspectives allow the student to understand how the film medium reflects and shapes society.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 310 - Musical Theatre Applied Voice 3

    This course is designed to provide private voice lessons for the student of musical theatre.  The course will include intermediate foundations of vocal technique with specialized passagio work and strengthening of the upper register.  It also includes further exploration of musical theatre song interpretation with repertoire from 1927 to 1959.

    Note
    Registration restriction: BFA Musical Theatre majors only.

    Repeatable to a maximum of 2 credit hours

    Credits: 1


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  • THEA 311 - Musical Theatre Applied Voice 4

    This course is designed to provide private voice lessons for the musical theatre student.  The course will include intermediate foundations of vocal technique with specialized passagio work and strengthening of the upper register.  It also includes further exploration of musical theatre song interpretation with repertoire from 1959 to 1987. 

    Note
    Registration restriction: BFA Musical Theatre major only

    Repeatable to a maximum of 2 credit hours.

    Credits: 1


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  • THEA 331 - Acting III

    Extensive work on releasing tension, developing concentration, and training the actor’s sensory and emotional instrument for integration into scenework.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 232 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 332 - Acting IV

    A continuation of THEA 331; intermediate study of acting techniques; scene study and practice.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 331 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 335 - Acting: Musical Theatre

    This course focuses on the study and practice of analysis and of psychological, physical, and vocal approaches to the performance of musical theatre texts.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 331

    Note
    Registration restriction: Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 351 - Directing (C)

    Introduction to the techniques and concerns of the stage director, including composition, movement, and tempo-rhythm. Script analysis and scene presentation form the core of the course.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 380 - Ballet II

    A continuation of the study of the techniques of classical ballet developing student skills through intermediate level vocabulary and combinations. 

    Note
    Registration restriction: Permission of instructor

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 381 - Tap I

    This course introduces students to the fundamental techniques of tap dance through a wide range of styles.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Instructor consent

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 382 - Jazz Dance II

    A continuation of the study of the techniques of jazz dance developing student skills through intermediate level vocabulary and combinations.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Permission of instructor

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 383 - Ballroom Dance

    This course introduces students to the techniques of ballroom dance through a wide range of styles.

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    Registration restriction: Instructor consent

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 385 - Dance-Musical Theatre Styles

    This course provides students with the opportunity to apply their dance technique to the musical theatre repertoire by working with a variety of styles within the spectrum of musical theatre dance. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 credit hours

    Note
    Registration restriction: Instructor consent

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 401 - Performance Theatre Studio

    Intensive study of selected areas in theatre practice (acting, directing, dance, design, playwriting, technical production, etc.). Topic varies. May be repeated.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Instructor consent

    Credits: 1-3


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  • THEA 403 - Design/Technical Theatre Studio

    Intensive study of selective areas in design and technical theatre production.  Topics vary. Repeatable.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 410 - Musical Theatre Applied Voice 5

    This course is designed to provide advanced level private voice lessons for the student of musical theatre.  The course will include advanced work in mask resonance and compression, tone quality production, back breathing and sub-thoracic support systems for sfe Belting in extreme musical theatre repertoire.  It also includes further exploration of musical theatre song interpretation with repertoire from 1987 to present. 

    Note
    Registration restriction: BFA Musical Theatre majors only.

    Repeatable to a maximum of 2 credit hours.

    Credits: 1


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  • THEA 411 - Musical Theatre Applied Voice 6

    This course is designed to provide advanced level private voice lessons for the student of musical theatre.  The course will include advanced work in mask resonance and compression, tone quality production, back breathing and sub-thoracic support systems for safe Belting in extreme musical theatre repertoire. It also includes further exploration of musical theatre song interpretation with repertoire from the past 10 years. 

    Note
    Registration restriction: BFA Musical Theatre majors only.

    Repeatable to a maximum of 2 credit hours

    Credits: 1


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  • THEA 412 - Literature of the Ancient World

    Survey of the major works of literature of ancient civilizations, including Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece and Rome.

    Cross-listed: CLHU 413, ENGL 413

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 413 - Shakespeare I

    Studies of the comedies and their background.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: 6 hours from ENGL 221 or 222 or 241 or 242

    Cross-listed: ENGL 431

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 414 - Shakespeare II

    Studies of the tragedies and their background.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: 6 hours from ENGL 221 or 222 or 241 or 242

    Cross-listed: ENGL 432

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 421 - Tap II

    A continuation of the study of the techniques of tap dance developing student skills through intermediate level vocabulary and combinations.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Permission of instructor

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 431 - Acting: Period Styles

    This course focuses on the study and practice of analysis and of psychological, physical, and vocal approaches to the performance of playscripts in major nonrealistic styles, from Greek tragedy to modern experimentation (excluding Shakespeare).

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 331 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 432 - Acting: Shakespeare

    This course focuses on the study and practice of analysis and of psychological, physical, and vocal approaches to the performance of Shakespearean texts.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 332 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 433 - Studies of Shakespeare

    Study of Shakespeare’s works, other than comedies and tragedies.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Six hours (two courses from the following): ENGL 221, ENGL 222, ENGL 241, ENLG 242 or instructor consent.

    Cross-listed: ENGL 433

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 435 - History of American Musical Theatre (C)

    History and development of American musical theatre from 1866 to the present.

    Credits: 3


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