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2008-2009 University Catalog 
    
2008-2009 University Catalog [Archived Catalogue]

Courses


 
  
  • DAPF 312 - Ballet VI


    Continuation of DACR 311. Formerly DA 301B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 311

    Open to Ballet and Dance Education majors only.

    Credits: 4 cr, 7.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 313 - Pointe I


    Basic technique of dancing ballet on pointe. Women’s dance variations from the classical repertoire. Formerly DA 321A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Repeatable for credit. Advanced course - See Department for information. Only open to students in the School of Dance.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 314 - Pointe II


    Basic technique of dancing ballet on pointe. Women’s dance variations from the classical repertoire. Formerly DA 321B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Repeatable for credit. Advanced course - See Department for information. Only open to students in the School of Dance.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 315 - Ballet Repertory I


    The study and performance of dances of the Renaissance and Baroque periods, followed by major classical and modern ballets. Formerly DA 307A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Student must have completed the first semester of their Freshman year (15 credits). Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 4.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 316 - Ballet Repertory II


    The study and performance of dances of the Renaissance and Baroque periods, followed by major classical and modern ballets. Formerly DA 307B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Student must have completed the first semester of their Freshman year (15 credits). Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 4.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 317 - Ballet for Non-Majors V


    Continuation of DACR 211 & 212. For students majoring in Modern or Jazz/Theater Dance. Formerly DA 325A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 212

    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Not open to Ballet majors. Student must have completed the first semester of their Sophomore year (45 credits). Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 318 - Ballet for Non-Majors VI


    Continuation of DACR 211 & 212. For students majoring in Modern or Jazz/Theater Dance. Formerly DA 325B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 212

    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Not open to Ballet majors. Student must have completed the first semester of their Sophomore year (45 credits). Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 321 - Jazz Dance V


    Continued development of technique and various styles as introduced in DACR 221 & 222. The course progresses from basic to complex rhythm and isolation exercises and movement combinations stressing subtlety of dynamics, as well as preparation of repertory. Formerly DA 311A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 222

    Open to Jazz Dance and Dance Education majors only.

    Credits: 4 cr, 7.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 322 - Jazz Dance VI


    Continued development of technique and various styles as introduced in DACR 221 & 222. The course progresses from basic to complex rhythm and isolation exercises and movement combinations stressing subtlety of dynamics, as well as preparation of repertory. Formerly DA 311B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 321

    Open to Jazz Dance and Dance Education majors only.

    Credits: 4 cr, 7.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 325 - Jazz Repertory I


    A study of concert and theater jazz dance repertory by resident or guest choreographers or notators, as well as viewing, discussion, and analysis of great works in video and film. Formerly DA 306A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Jazz Dance and Dance Education majors only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 4.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 326 - Jazz Repertory II


    A study of concert and theater jazz dance repertory by resident or guest choreographers or notators, as well as viewing, discussion, and analysis of great works in video and film. Formerly DA 306B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Jazz Dance and Dance Education majors only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 4.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 327 - Jazz for Non-Majors V


    Designed for Ballet and Modern majors. The course further develops the vocabulary and skills learned in DACR 221 & 222. Formerly DA 328A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 222

    Not open to Jazz Dance majors. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 328 - Jazz for Non-Majors VI


    Designed for Ballet and Modern majors. The course further develops the vocabulary and skills learned in DACR 221 & 222. Formerly DA 328B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 222

    Not open to Jazz Dance majors. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 331 - Modern Dance V


    Continuation of DACR 231 & 232. Formerly DA 303A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 232

    Open to Modern and Dance Education majors only.

    Credits: 4 cr, 7.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 332 - Modern Dance VI


    Continuation of DACR 231 & 232. Formerly DA 303B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DAPF 331

    Open to Modern and Dance Education majors only.

    Credits: 4 cr, 7.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 335 - Modern Repertory I


    A study of the contemporary and/or classical repertory by resident or guest choreographers or notators, as well as the viewing, discussion, and analysis of great works on video and film. Formerly DA 305A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Modern and Dance Education majors only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 4.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 336 - Modern Repertory II


    A study of the contemporary and/or classical repertory by resident or guest choreographers or notators, as well as the viewing, discussion, and analysis of great works on video and film. Formerly DA 305B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Modern and Dance Education majors only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 4.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 337 - Modern Dance for Non-Majors V


    Continuation of DACR 231 & 232. For students majoring in Ballet or Jazz/Theater Dance. Formerly DA 326A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 232

    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Student must have completed the first semester of their Sophomore year (45 credits).  Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 338 - Modern Dance for Non-Majors VI


    Continuation of DACR 231 & 232. For students majoring in Ballet or Jazz/Theater Dance. Formerly DA 326B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 232

    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Student must have completed the first semester of their Sophomore year (45 credits). Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 350 - Character Dance


    Deals with the study of the relationship between ethnic styles and classical ballet, and the proper technique for performing national dances stylized for the classical ballet repertory. Required of students majoring in Ballet. May be taken as an elective by other Dance majors with permission of the instructor. Formerly DA 324

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 351 - Partnering I


    The basic technique of adagio (pas de deux). Students perform major classical works. Formerly DA 309A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 352 - Partnering II


    The basic technique of adagio (pas de deux). Students perform major classical works. Formerly DA 309B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 355 - Men’s Class I


    The technical movements of dance frequently performed by the male dancer. Formerly DA 327A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 356 - Men’s Class II


    The technical movements of dance frequently performed by the male dancer. Formerly DA 327B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 363 - Improvisation II


    Individual improvisations are performed on themes with objects in restricted or altered spaces and times. Various structures are used for group improvisation. Free improvisation with live music is stressed. Required of students majoring in Modern Dance. Formerly DA 322A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 164

    Open to Modern and Dance Education majors only.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 364 - Improvisation III


    Individual improvisations are performed on themes with objects in restricted or altered spaces and times. Various structures are used for group improvisation. Free improvisation with live music is stressed. Required of students majoring in Modern Dance. Formerly DA 322B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 164

    Open to Modern and Dance Education majors only.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 375 - Voice I


    Vocal training for the non-Voice major. Designed to develop the vocal instrument to meet both the musical and non-musical vocal requirements of the theater. Formerly DA 345A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 376 - Voice II


    Vocal training for the non-Voice major. Designed to develop the vocal instrument to meet both the musical and non-musical vocal requirements of the theater. Formerly DA 345B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 377 - Acting I


    Techniques of theatrical expression, improvisation, and interpretation. Required of students majoring in Ballet and Jazz/Theater Dance. Formerly DA 347A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 378 - Acting II


    Techniques of theatrical expression, improvisation, and interpretation. Required of students majoring in Ballet and Jazz/Theater Dance. Formerly DA 347B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 380 - Elements of Performing


    Analyzes the qualities of dance technique that serve the ultimate goal of performance as an artist. Students work with the elements of the art of dance performance and discover how inner focus, motivation, dynamics, muscle intensity, rhythmic timing, breathing, and movement texture are the essentials. Formerly DA 313

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Dance performance majors only. May be taken twice for credit.

    Credits: 2 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • DAPF 411 - Ballet VII


    Continuation of DAPF 311 & 312. Formerly DA 401A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DAPF 312

    Open to Ballet and Dance Education majors only.

    Credits: 4 cr, 7.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 411X - Advanced Ballet


    Formerly DA 401X

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Repeatable for credit. Advanced course – See Department for information.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 412 - Ballet VIII


    Continuation of DAPF 311 & 312. Formerly DA 401B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DAPF 411

    Open to Ballet and Dance Education majors only.

    Credits: 4 cr, 7.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 413 - Pointe III


    Continuation of DAPF 313 & 314. Formerly DA 421A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 414 - Pointe IV


    Continuation of DAPF 313 & 314. Formerly DA 421B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 417 - Ballet for Non-Majors VII


    Continuation of DAPF 317 & 318. For students majoring in Modern or Jazz/Theater Dance. Formerly DA 425A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 212

    Not open to Ballet majors. Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 418 - Ballet for Non-Majors VIII


    Continuation of DAPF 317 & 318. For students majoring in Modern or Jazz/Theater Dance. Formerly DA 425B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 212

    Not open to Ballet majors. Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 421 - Jazz Dance VII


    Continuation of DAPF 321 & 322. Formerly DA 411A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DAPF 322

    Open to Jazz Dance and Dance Education majors only.

    Credits: 4 cr, 7.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 422 - Jazz Dance VIII


    Continuation of DAPF 321 & 322. Formerly DA 411B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DAPF 421

    Open to Jazz Dance and Dance Education majors only.

    Credits: 4 cr, 7.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 425 - Styles of Jazz


    Content varies to include varies genres and styles of jazz dance such as Salsa, Hip Hop, Capoeira, Funk of Fosse.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Priority enrollment to School of Dance majors. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 427 - Jazz for Non-Majors VII


    For students majoring in Ballet and Modern Dance. Formerly DA 428A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 222

    Not open to Jazz Dance majors. Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 428 - Jazz for Non-Majors VIII


    For students majoring in Ballet and Modern Dance. Formerly DA 428B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 222

    Not open to Jazz Dance majors. Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 431 - Modern Dance VII


    Continuation of DAPF 331 & 332. Formerly DA 403A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DAPF 332

    Open to Modern and Dance Education majors only.

    Credits: 4 cr, 7.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 432 - Modern Dance VIII


    Continuation of DAPF 331 & 332. Formerly DA 403B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DAPF 431

    Open to Modern and Dance Education majors only.

    Credits: 4 cr, 7.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 437 - Modern Dance Non-Majors VII


    Continuation of DAPF 337 & 338. For students majoring in Ballet or Jazz Dance. Formerly DA 426A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 232

    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 438 - Modern Dance Non-Majors VIII


    Continuation of DAPF 337 & 338. For students majoring in Ballet or Jazz Dance. Formerly DA 426B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 232

    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 451 - Partnering


    Formerly DA 409A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 452 - Partnering


    Formerly DA 409B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 455 - Men’s Class III


    Continuation of DAPF 355 & 356 (1 hour weekly). Required of all male Ballet Majors. Formerly DA 427A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 456 - Men’s Class IV


    Continuation of DAPF 355 & 356 (1 hour weekly). Required of all male Ballet Majors. Formerly DA 427B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 463 - Contact Improvisation


    Students learn to develop choreographic ideas through partnered improvisational structures. Exploration of interactive movement qualities include, gravity, leverage, and momentum. Formerly DA 424

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DACR 164

    Open to majors in the School of Dance only.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 475 - Voice III


    Continuation of DAPF 375 & 376. Formerly DA 445A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DAPF 375 or DAPF 376

    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 476 - Voice IV


    Continuation of DAPF 375 & 376. Formerly DA 445B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DAPF 375 or DAPF 376

    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs

  
  • DAPF 481 - Dance Production I


    Designed to assist senior students in meeting their graduation performance requirement. Each student participates in the rehearsal, performance, and technical aspects of the senior graduation concerts. Students are expected to take major responsibilities for the production of these programs. Formerly DA 419A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DAPF 312, DAPF 332 or DAPF 322

    Open to majors in the School of Dance only.

    Credits: 2 cr, 3 hrs

  
  • DAPF 482 - Dance Production II


    Designed to assist senior students in meeting their graduation performance requirement. Each student participates in the rehearsal, performance, and technical aspects of the senior graduation concerts. Students are expected to take major responsibilities for the production of these programs. Formerly DA 419B

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DAPF 312, DAPF 332 or DAPF 322

    Open to majors in the School of Dance only.

    Credits: 2 cr, 3 hrs

  
  • DAPF 485 - Repertory Etudes


    Students study a number of Repertory Etudes in a variety of styles to improve performance and technical skills. The solos selected reflect the history of American dance. Students research the era and, if possible, collect oral histories, thereby adding to the materials continually being gathered and developed. Formerly DA 418

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Only open to students in the School of Dance.

    Credits: 2 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • DAPF 800 - Tap Ensemble


    Formerly DA 776

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Repeatable for credit. Open by audition. Only open to students in the School of Dance.

    Credits: 1 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • DAPF 810 - Ballet Ensemble


    Formerly DA 771

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Repeatable for credit. Open by audition. Only open to students in the School of Dance.

    Credits: 1 cr, 4.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 820 - Jazz Ensemble


    Formerly DA 774

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Repeatable for credit. Open by audition. Only open to students in the School of Dance.

    Credits: 1 cr, 4.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 830 - Modern Ensemble


    Formerly DA 773

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Repeatable for credit. Open by audition. Only open to students in the School of Dance.

    Credits: 1 - 3 cr
  
  • DAPF 860 - Student Composition Ensemble


    Formerly DA 777

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to majors in the School of Dance only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 1 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • DAPF 881 - Dance Ensemble


    Formerly DA 772

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Repeatable for credit. Only open to students in the School of Dance.

    Credits: 1 cr, 4.5 hrs
  
  • DAPF 885 - Senior Ensemble


    Formerly DA 775

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Repeatable for credit. Only open to students in the School of Dance.

    Credits: 1 - 3 cr
  
  • EMDI 110 - Computer Concepts


    A conceptual and hands-on course that introduces the student to the foundations of digital processes in the arts. Experiences in this course include basic spreadsheet usage, database search techniques, digital photography including RAW file processing, scanning, image processing, composting, and basic page layout techniques. The course includes an introduction to professional online services such as LexisNexis, as well as advanced search strategies using the Web. Software usage includes Microsoft Office suite, and the Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign). Students are given assignments in each of the software environments as well as supplemental weekly readings. No prior computer experience is required. Formerly EM 110

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • EMDI 201 - Electronic Media/Production I


    Addresses the development of foundation computer skills in image scanning technology, desktop publishing, digital photographic technologies, and basic output procedures. Technical expertise and efficient working methodologies are applied to problems that are brought into the class from other design courses as well as from both individual and group-assigned projects. All software is standard to current graphic design industry practices. Graduate students may register for this course under GREM 601. Formerly EM 201

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Open to Graphic Design majors and Typography minors only.

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • EMDI 202 - Electronic Media/Production II


    An extension of EMDI 201. Addresses the development of advanced computer skills in image scanning, technology, desktop publishing, pre-press production, color, output technology, and digital photographic technologies. Special attention is given to comparative study of output technologies and the translation of the on-screen image to offset lithography. Technical expertise and efficient working methodologies are applied to problems that are brought into the class from other design courses as well as from both individual and group-assigned projects. All software is standard to current graphic design industry practices. Formerly EM 202

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: EMDI 201

    Open to Graphic Design majors and Typography minors only.

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs

  
  • EMDI 203 - Digital Interactive Techniques


    Addresses the development of computer skills in digital time-based software and cyberspace software. Special attention is given to interactivity and theories of informational architecture. Technical expertise and efficient working methodologies are applied to problems in both individual and group projects. All software is standard to current graphic design industry practices. Formerly EM 203

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: EMDI 202

    Open to Graphic Design majors only.

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs

  
  • EMDI 204 - Advanced Digital Interactive Techniques


    An intensive studio in the advanced development of authoring and scripting skills in digital time-based software and cyberspace software. Special attention is given to interactivity, theories of informational architecture, and interface design. Technical expertise and efficient working methodologies are applied to problems in both individual and group projects. All software is standard in current graphic design industry practice. Formerly EM 204

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: EMDI 203

    Open to Graphic Design majors only.

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs

  
  • EMDI 210 - Digital Multimedia


    The elements of digital multimedia production techniques address the integration and creation of digital media for websites and alternative delivery processes such as podcasting. This course involves hands-on production experience as well as perspective on developments in this rapidly growing field through the readings and lectures. Students create projects involving digital imagery, video and sound, and animation. The first half of the semester is dedicated to creating video pieces utilizing either digital video or animating still imagery. Creation of effective sound tracks will be an important part of this process. The second half of the semester is dedicated to creating a website and utilizing compressed digital video on the Web. Software to be utilized include Photo to Movie, iMovie, Amadeus Pro, Garageband, iDVD, and Dreamweaver. There is considerable emphasis on new utilizations of digital media such as podcasts and VODcasts (video on demand) and cell phone multimedia. Graduate students may register for this course under GREM 610. Formerly EM 210

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • EMDI 215 - Virtual Sculpture & Crafts


    Students create physical models made of Styrofoam, wax, or clay, and create virtual versions of the same models. Working back and forth between the real and the virtual, students gain an understanding of the differences and similarities of the ideas generated by each working style. Computer-generated images will be combined with photographs of physical maquettes and real environments. Final products are digital files and 2-D prints or slides suitable for commission proposals, presentations, and artists’ portfolios. Formerly EM 221

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • EMDI 311 - Electronic Media/Production I


    The development of advanced computer skills in image scanning technology, desktop publishing, pre-press production, color, output technologies, digital photographic technologies, and introduction to digital time-based environments and cyberspace software. Technical expertise and efficient working methodologies are applied to problems from other design courses as well as from both individual and group-assigned projects. All software is standard to current graphic design industry practices. Formerly EM 304A

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • EMDI 312 - Electronic Media/Production II


    The development of advanced computer skills in image scanning technology, desktop publishing, pre-press production, color, output technologies, digital photographic technologies, and introduction to digital time-based environments and cyberspace software. Technical expertise and efficient working methodologies are applied to problems from other design courses as well as from both individual and group-assigned projects. All software is standard to current graphic design industry practices. Formerly EM 304B

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • EMDI 315 - Advanced Multimedia


    As digital technologies have proliferated over the past decades, it is the concept of interactivity that has defined emergent new media. CD-ROMs and the Internet are forms that draw heavily on interactivity as a communicative tool. This class explores concepts of interactivity and related issues as they relate to these two forms. As most work in multimedia today requires collaborative work in interdisciplinary terms, this class requires collaboration on projects. Formerly EM 310

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • FACR XXX - Discipline Emphasis


    A studio courses in a single media specific (studio) area that provides a level of expertises and depth of study. The following is a list of courses in the College of Art and Design in Painting & Drawing, Sculpture, Printmaking, Media Arts and Crafts that can be applied to the Discipline Emphasis course requirement.

    CRAFTS COURSES

    CRCM 211, CRCM 213, CRCM 221, CRFB 211, CRFB 212, CRFB 221, CRFB 222, CRFB 223, CRFB 227, CRWD 211, CRWD 221, CRWD 223, CRWD 224, CRWD 311, CRMT 211, CRMT 221 CRMT 226, CRMT 225, CRMT 227, CRMT 228, CRMT 229, CRGL 211, CRGL 221

    MEDIA ARTS COURSES

    MAPH 202, MAPH 211, MAPH 301, MAPH 311, MAFL 201, MAFL 202, MAAN 201, MAAN 202

    PAINTING & DRAWING

    FAPT 201, FAPT 202, FAPT 301, FAPT 302, FAPT 401, FAPT 402, FASC 201, FASC 202, FASC 300, FASC 301, FASC 401, FAPR 201, FAPR 204, FAPR 304, FAPR 305, FAPR 401

    Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs

  
  • FACR xxxx - Multidisciplinary Menu Course


    Courses in the College of Art and Design in Painting & Drawing, Sculpture, Printmaking, Media Arts and Crafts that can be applied to the Multidisciplinary Menu course requirement.

    CRAFTS COURSES

    CRCM 211, CRCM 213, CRCM 221, CRFB 211, CRFB 212, CRFB 221, CRFB 222, CRFB 223, CRFB 227, CRWD 211, CRWD 221, CRWD 223, CRWD 224, CRWD 311, CRMT 211, CRMT 221 CRMT 226, CRMT 225, CRMT 227, CRMT 228, CRMT 229, CRGL 211, CRGL 221

    MEDIA ARTS COURSES

    MAPH 202, MAPH 211, MAFL 201, MAFL 202, MAAN 201, MAAN 202

    PAINTING & DRAWING

    FAPT 201, FAPT 202, FASC 201, FASC 202, FAPR 201, FAPR 204

    Prerequisites & Notes
    200 level courses only

    Credits: 3 cr, 6hrs

  
  • FACR 211 - Building Community Art


    Site specific opportunities for building community art. Formerly PT 220

    Credits: 1.5 - 3 cr, 1.5 - 3 hrs
  
  • FACR 212 - Inter-Media


    The development of artworks that are realized through the combination of diverse materials and media. Formerly PT 261

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: FNDP 111

    May be taken twice for credit.

    Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs

  
  • FACR 215 - Subjects/Formats


    This is a required studio course that explores Subject/Format issues that cross over between the traditional fine arts disciplines.  Students in the Painting/Drawing, Sculpture, Printmaking and Multidiscipline tracks will work from a common syllabus and develop artworks within the traditional framework of their studio base. Three projects will be assigned over the course of the semester. Each project assignment will be limited by a specified subject matter and a specified format. Each of the three project periods will conclude with a group critique. This course is sequentially linked to FACR 216 Research Practices. Course begins Spring 2009.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: Research Practices

    Open to Fine Arts, Media Arts and Crafts majors within the College of Art and Design. Priority enrollment  to Multidisciplinary Fine Arts majors.

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs

  
  • FACR 216 - Research Practices


    This course is designed to develop traditional and creative research strategies necessary for contemporary art practice. Students learn to find and use information that can both generate and enhance their ideas. This kind of “information Literacy” enriches the content factor in the form/content equation essential to artworks. Using numerous resources for collecting material, research will cover historical, cultural, social, and political contexts for art ideas. Various methods will be explored for recording, classifying and representing information, such as writing, mapping, diagramming, drawing, and other notational systems. This course is directly linked to the development of studio projects outlined in FAPR 215 Subjects/Formats.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: FAPR 215

    Open to Fine Arts, Media Arts and Crafts majors in the College of Art and Design. Priority enrollment for Multidisciplinary Fine Arts Majors.

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs

  
  • FACR 301 - Attitudes & Strategies


    A studio-criticism course that presents issues that cross over the unique domains of the sculptor, the printmaker, and the painter. Fine Arts students from all three majors work on projects designed to increase their awareness of the attitudes and strategies embodied in artworks. Concepts such as idealism, naturalism, and expressionism are explored in light of their implication for form-making methods and principles. Lectures, studio projects, and group critiques create a forum for advanced study of the purposes and contexts of the Fine Arts. Formerly FA 333A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: FAPR 201, FAPR 204, FAPT 201 or FASC 201

    Open to Fine Arts majors only.

    Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs

  
  • FACR 311 - Drawing: Object, Subject, and Metaphor


    A studio course that treats the recognition of meaning and motive in imagery. How is an image interpreted? What is signified by the mode, the format, and the forms presented? Assignments explore options for investing images with thought and feeling. Formerly FA 324A

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Priority enrollment to Fine Arts majors. Open to majors in the College of Art and Design only. Student must have completed the first semester of their Sophomore year (45 credits).

    Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
  
  • FACR 312 - Site-Specific Projects


    Focus on the production of drawings and models of site-specific projects. Issues related to public art, environmental art, public and private realms, materiality, site selection, and site specificity are explored. Formerly FA 330

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: FAPT 211

    Priority enrollment to Fine Arts majors.

    Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs

  
  • FACR 401 - Senior Fine Arts Seminar


    The artist’s role in historic and contemporary contexts. Issues surrounding the various purposes of art and how culture deals with artists are explored through discussion with visiting artists, alumni, and faculty. Students work toward the acquisition of a professional profile in resume, artist statement, and slide preparation. Discussion of gallery practices and portfolio presentations cultivate an awareness of professionalism and career opportunities in the fields of painting, printmaking, and sculpture. Formerly FA 460

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: FAPR 301, FAPT 302 or FASC 302

    Open to Fine Arts majors only.

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs

  
  • FAMD 300 - Intermedia


    This studio course is an advanced version of FACR 215 Subjects/Formats with emphasis on scholarly presentation by Liberal Arts faculty or outside visiting lecturers of significant contemporary topics of cultural interest. Art work formats will explore inter media, trans media, and interdisciplinary approaches.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Priority to Multidisciplinary Fine Arts majors.

    Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
  
  • FAMD 301 - Contemporary Issues


    This seminar addresses select theories and critical ideas multidiscipline artists should know. Issues include traditional investigations of aesthetics, the history of art movements like Modernism and Post-Modernism, as well as media and visual popular culture. Connections will be made between ideas, theories, and practices that show up in the work of relevant 20th century artists and in all media including: space/time media formats such as performance, collaborations, installation arts, sound and video, etc. Emphasis is on how philosophy, art history, art criticism, and cultural studies can be used by the artist to understand the contemporary climate, not only in the art work at large, but also in the personal world of the individual artist. The goal is the illumination of connections between artists and the ideas and artistic approaches of the modern era with emphasis on the last few decades.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Priority to Multidisciplinary Fine Arts majors.

    Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • FAMD 400 - Projects/Critique


    This studio course begins with a series of collaborative multidisciplinary projects in the sense that the issues will be framed in such a way as to admit a variety of media approaches. The second portion of the course will focus on topical discussions encouraging students to find relevancy and validity in an analysis of historical precedents and contemporary culture. An emphasis will be placed on the development of ideas, content and presentation in preparation for the student’s thesis project.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Priority to Multidisciplinary Fine Arts majors

    Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
  
  • FAMD 401 - Thesis


    An open studio oriented toward helping the development of individual initiative where concentration in multidisciplinary studies can be developed to fruition on an advanced level. This course utilizes the previous instruction and investigation in multidisciplinary studies. Topical discussions encourage students to find relevancy and validity in an analysis of historical precedents and contemporary culture. An emphasis is placed on the development of ideas and content in the individual student’s work, which is supported by a series of individual and group critiques by faculty and visiting artists. This course offers the student the opportunity to develop a body of work in preparation for portfolio and exhibition presentation. The student is expected to participate in group exhibition as well as a solo exhibition and to present a professional portfolio of work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Priority to Multidisciplinary Fine Arts majors.

    Credits: 4.5 cr, 9 hrs
  
  • FAPR 141 - Freshman Screenprinting


    An introduction and investigation of various stencil methods, based on three primary types of screen stencils, cut paper, blockout/resist, and photo emulsion, using water-based inks on both paper and fabric. Emphasis on the acquisition of personal expression and technical skills, within the capabilities of screen-printed opaque and transparent colors, and the use of editions in a collaborative class image exchange. Additionally, the various media unique to printmaking are shown and discussed, to introduce the beginning student to the wide possibilities of expression inherent in printmaking. Formerly PR 102

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Priority enrollment to Foundation majors.

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • FAPR 143 - Freshman Etching


    This printmaking course introduces the hands-on process used on metal plates to create images with line, tone, and texture. Color and monochromatic idea development is encouraged in this print medium that is a favorite of historic and contemporary artists. A class portfolio of prints are exchanged by the participants. Formerly PR 103

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Priority enrollment to Foundation majors.

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • FAPR 201 - Relief/Monotype


    Introduction to the graphic and expressive qualities of woodcut, linoleum, and collograph processes printed in monochrome and color. Monoprinting with direct drawing and painting on Plexiglass and metal plate are also explored. Formerly PR 201

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: FNDP 111

    Priority enrollment to Fine Arts majors. Student must have completed the first semester of their Freshman year (15 credits).

    Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs

  
  • FAPR 204 - Screenprint/Etching


    The graphic qualities of expression in screenprinting and etching/intaglio are presented through historic and contemporary examples and demonstration of the methods, which convey ideas in these two media. Various stencil processes from direct-drawn to photographic and computer-generated are explored in screenprinting with water-based opaque and transparent inks. Handwork on the metal plate includes drawn drypoint, etching, and tonal processes. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of the qualities of these methods and the development of personal ideas. Formerly PR 204

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: FNDP 111

    Priority enrollment to Fine Arts majors. Student must have completed the first semester of their Freshman year (15 credits).

    Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs

  
  • FAPR 205 - Concepts/Works on Paper


    Offers an opportunity for idea development, visual perception, and the organization of experience into compositions. Primary emphasis is on developing visual expression, skill in using various materials, and growth of critical evaluative abilities through group discussions and critiques. Contour drawing, collage, Xerox transfer and other experimental drawing and printing techniques are explored. Students are encouraged to combine media. Formerly FA 205

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: FNDP 111

    Open to Fine Arts majors only. Priority enrollment to Printmaking majors.

    Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs

  
  • FAPR 211 - Relief Printing


    This course offers an introduction to the basic relief printing methods of linoleum cut and woodcut. Black and white and color are explored. Both printing by hand and printing on an etching press is introduced. Special emphasis is placed on personal expression. Formerly PR 200

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • FAPR 212 - Screenprinting


    Introduction and investigation of stencil methods in screenprinting with water-based inks. Idea development and acquisition of visual skills in expression in color, line, and form through drawn, photographic, or computer-generated stencil processes. Formerly PR 202

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • FAPR 213 - Etching/Monotype


    Individual expression with the graphic qualities of etched and directly drawn ideas created on the metal plate by hand or acid etching in color and monochrome. Processes also include printing from drawing and painting directly on Plexiglass and metal plate with oil and water based materials. Formerly PR 211

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • FAPR 214 - Nonsilver Printmaking Process


    Students are introduced to the basic techniques of nonsilver by building images in color with layers of brushed-on light-sensitive emulsion. Light-resists can range from photogram objects to drawings and paintings to film or paper negatives. Processes covered are Vandyke brown, cyanotype and gum bichromate. Formerly PR 222

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Priority enrollment to Printmaking majors. Student must have completed the first semester of their Freshman year (15 credits).

    Credits: 1.5 - 3 cr
  
  • FAPR 221 - Lithography


    This course offers students an introduction to lithographic drawing and printing methods using stone and metal plates. Students are encouraged to develop their own ideas through the medium and explore it with regard to their major field. Formerly PR 212

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • FAPR 231 - Papermaking


    Through slide lectures and demonstrations, this studio course introduces students to all aspects of traditional Western and Japanese papermaking techniques including pulp preparation, sheet formation, pressing, and drying sheets. Students learn refined, professional methods as well as explore the creative versatility of pulp. Classes include: casting three-dimensional objects and bowls, building subtle relief images in colored pulp, and painting with pulp. Various fibers explored throughout the semester include garden vegetables and indigenous plants. Formerly PR 207

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs
  
  • FAPR 233 - Bookbinding Methods


    A workshop class familiarizing the student with the characteristics and handling qualities of materials used in various book structures. Structures covered include pamphlet binding, multi-signature books, clamshell boxes, portfolios, accordion structures, and oriental binding. Emphasis is placed upon both the use of conservationally sound materials and the use of these structures as vehicles for the student’s creative expression. Formerly PR 223

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Priority enrollment to Printmaking majors and minors.

    Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs
 

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