May 20, 2024  
2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog

Course Description


 
  
  • ACCT 100 - Survey Financial and Managerial Accounting for Non-Majors


    The purpose of this course is to introduce non-business majors to key concepts in financial and managerial accounting that will be useful to managers and others in a decision-making role. The course will specifically address for-profit, not-for-profit, and health care organizational models. This course will not count as an Accounting course requirement for Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Management, Marketing, or Risk Management and Insurance Majors.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ACCT 106 - Introduction to Financial Accounting


    How to read and interpret Financial information. Brief overview of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and International Financial Reporting Standards. Financial statements: title, content and format. Cash flow information. How to interpret financial and supporting information reported. Students taking this course are also required to take the associated Accounting lab.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ACCT 106L - Introduction to Financial Accounting Lab


    How to read and interpret Financial information. Brief overview of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and International Financial Reporting Standards. Financial statements: title, content and format and cash flow information. How to interpret financial and supporting information reported. Students taking this course are also required to take the associated Accounting lab. (ACCT 106L)

    Credit Hours: 0
  
  • ACCT 110 - Basics of Managerial Accounting


    How managers use financial information to make business decisions. Cost systems; production cost flow through accounting system; budgeting; cash flow; Contribution margin and break-even analysis; earnings before and after taxes; ratios and trend analysis. Students taking this course is also required to take the associated Accounting lab.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ACCT 115 - Financial Record Keeping and Reporting


    How accountants record financial transactions and generate accounting reports. Basics of book keeping: accounting equation; double entry system with debit/credit; accounting cycle; analysis of transactions; journal/ ledger systems; adjusting, closing and reversing entries; preparing financial statements.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ACCT 206 - Intermediate Financial Accounting I


    First in a three-course sequence providing in-depth coverage of the theory and practice of financial accounting, including the conceptual framework for U.S. and international accounting standards, the time value of money, current assets, and the preparation of income statements and balance sheets. Students taking this course is also required to take the associated Accounting lab.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACCT 106  
  
  • ACCT 210 - Intermediate Financial Accouting II


    Second in a three-course sequence providing in-depth coverage of the theory and practice of financial accounting for noncurrent assets, current liabilities, long-term debt, and equity, including earnings per share.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACCT 206  
  
  • ACCT 214 - Intermediate Financial Accounting III


    Third in a three-course sequence providing in-depth coverage of the theory and practice of financial accounting, including revenue recognition, investments, deferred taxes, pensions, leases, accounting changes, error corrections, and the statement of cash flows.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACCT 210  
  
  • ACCT 315 - Cost Accounting I


    This course provides an understanding of cost accounting systems and practices. More advanced understanding of concepts of costs, cost accounting systems, cost allocations, cost analysis by management, standard costs, direct costing, static and flexible budgeting and performance analysis inventory management, make or buy, transfer pricing, relevant costs, international issues

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACCT 110  
  
  • ACCT 316 - Federal Income Taxes I


    This course introduces the students to the Federal income tax laws and regulations. Study of tax laws and return preparation for individuals and corporations. Tax implications of business form: S Corp, LLC, proprietorships and partnerships

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACCT 106  
  
  • ACCT 320 - Government and Nonprofit Accounting


    This course introduces students to accounting principles and procedures that are unique to government and other not-for-profit entities. GASB, fund-based accounting for municipal government, CAFR, accounting for hospitals, universities and social service agencies

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACCT 214  
  
  • ACCT 417 - Advanced Accounting


    This course is the last in a four-part series on the accounting and reporting process. It is a compilation of advanced accounting topics not covered in previous courses. Business combinations, partnerships: formation, profit/loss distribution, dissolution and liquidation, international accounting, corporate liquidation and reorganization, fiduciary accounting

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACCT 214  
  
  • ACCT 418 - Auditing I


    This course develops skills needed to perform independent audits. GAAS, Internal control, SOX, audit planning, fieldwork and audit report, internal audit, professional ethics.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: BUS 360  & ACCT 210 , 18 Hrs Accounting
  
  • ACCT 420 - Accounting Information Systems


    Study of concepts, principles, and procedures of the design, installation, implementation, and auditing of accounting information systems.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACCT 206  & MGMT 272  
  
  • ACCT 498 - Special Topics In Accounting


    This course will take an in-depth look at specific topic(s) in accounting.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACCT 206  
  
  • AMI 300 - Introduction to Advanced Medical Imaging


    This course will provide an overview of advanced medical imaging in healthcare, including regulation and professional standards. Topics include the history of modalities and role of the advanced medical imaging technologist.  Additional content is designed to provide the basic concepts of patient information management including medical records management concerns, privacy, and regulatory issues.

     

    Credit Hours: 2

  
  • AMI 325 - Advanced Medical Imaging Patient Care and Safety


    The course provides information on all aspects of patient care in the advanced medical imaging environment including patient communication and assessment, pharmacology, contrast screening, cultural diversity, age appropriate care, ethical and legal issues and safety concerns.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • AMI 350 - Advanced Medical Imaging Procedures I


    This course will provide detailed coverage of CT procedures for imaging of body systems in adults and pediatric patients. Topics include, but are not limited to, indications for the procedure, patient education, preparation, orientation and positioning, patient history and assessment, contrast media usage, scout image, selectable scan parameters and archiving of the images. Procedures will be taught for differentiation of specific structures, patient symptomology and pathology.

     

     

    Credit Hours: 2

  
  • AMI 352 - MR Imaging procedures


    This course will provide detailed coverage of MRI procedures for imaging of body systems in adults and pediatric patients. Topics include, but are not limited to, indications for the procedure, patient education, preparation, orientation and positioning, patient history and assessment, contrast media usage, scout image, selectable scan parameters and archiving of the images. Procedures will be taught for differentiation of specific structures, patient symptomology and pathology.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • AMI 354 - Cardiac/Vascular Procedures I


    This course will provide detailed coverage of procedures for imaging of body systems in adults and pediatric patients in Cardiac and Vascular interventional radiography. Topics include, but are not limited to, indications for the procedure, patient education, preparation, orientation and positioning, patient history and assessment, contrast media usage, scout image, selectable scan parameters and archiving of the images. Procedures will be taught for differentiation of specific structures, patient symptomology and pathology.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • AMI 375 - Advanced Medical Imaging Clinical I


    This course provides clinical practice experience in an advanced medical imaging modality. Clinical practice experience is designed to support development, application, critical analysis, integration, synthesis and evaluation of concepts and theories in the performance of advanced medical imaging procedures.

    Students will select a specialty track in computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, vascular/cardiac interventional, mammography, or bone densitometry. Students in advanced medical imaging clinical practice tracks will be required to be certified in radiography, nuclear medicine technology, sonography, or radiation therapy.

    Credit Hours: 3

  
  • AMI 380 - Bone Densitometry Equipment/Procedures


    This course provides information on bone densitometry including related pathology, exam preparation, radiation safety, equipment operation, quality control, and exam completion and analysis.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • AMI 385 - Mammography Equipment/Procedures


    This course will provide an overview of advanced medical imaging in healthcare, including regulation and professional standards. Topics include the history of modalities and role of the advanced medical imaging technologist. Additional content is designed to provide the basic concepts of patient information management including medical records management concerns, privacy, and regulatory issues.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • AMI 387 - Mammography Equipment/Procedures II


    This course will provide an overview of advanced medical imaging in healthcare, including regulation and professional standards. Topics include the history of modalities and role of the advanced medical imaging technologist. Additional content is designed to provide the basic concepts of patient information management including medical records management concerns, privacy, and regulatory issues

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • AMI 410 - Advanced Medical Imaging Principles and Equipment


    This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of imaging parameters and equipment within their selected advanced medical imaging modality. A comprehensive study of post processing techniques and their common applications will be reviewed. Explanations of imaging topics include exam protocols, image display, improving image quality, recognition of artifact characteristics and minimizing artifacts. Quality control testing and quality assurance programs are discussed as recommended by the American College of Radiology and other regulatory agencies.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • AMI 412 - MR Imaging Principles/Equipment


    This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of imaging parameters and equipment within MRI.  A comprehensive study of post processing techniques and their common applications will be reviewed. Explanations of imaging topics include exam protocols, image display, improving image quality, recognition of artifact characteristics and minimizing artifacts. Quality control testing and quality assurance programs are discussed as recommended by the American College of Radiology and other regulatory agencies

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • AMI 414 - MR Imaging Principles/Equipment II


    Modality Specific

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: AMI 412
  
  • AMI 425 - Advanced Medical Imaging Clinical II


    fulfilling all exam requirements for their selected specialty track will continue to complete clinical education in an advanced medical imaging modality.
    This course provides clinical practice experience in an advanced medical imaging modality. Clinical practice experience is designed to support development, application, critical analysis, integration, synthesis and evaluation of concepts and theories in the performance of advanced medical imaging procedures.

    Students will select a specialty track in computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, vascular/cardiac interventional, mammography, or bone densitometry. Students in advanced medical imaging clinical practice tracks will be required to be certified in radiography, nuclear medicine technology, sonography, or radiation therapy. content.

    Credit Hours: 3

  
  • AMI 450 - Cardiac/Vascular Procedures II


    This course is a continuation of AMI 354. The course will provide detailed coverage of procedures for imaging of body systems in adults and pediatric patients in advanced imaging modalities. Topics include, but are not limited to, indications for the procedure, patient education, preparation, orientation and positioning, patient history and assessment, contrast media usage, scout image, selectable scan parameters and archiving of the images. Procedures will be taught for differentiation of specific structures, patient symptomology and pathology.

    Students will focus on procedures in their designated specialty track of computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, vascular/cardiac interventional, mammography, or bone densitometry.

    Credit Hours: 2

  
  • AMI 475 - Advanced Medical Imaging Clinical III


    This course is a continuation of AMI 425 . Students not fulfilling all exam requirements for their selected specialty track will continue to complete clinical education in an advanced medical imaging modality. This course provides clinical practice experience in an advanced medical imaging modality. Clinical practice experience is designed to support development, application, critical analysis, integration, synthesis and evaluation of concepts and theories in the performance of advanced medical imaging procedures.

    Students will select a specialty track in computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, vascular/cardiac interventional, mammography, or bone densitometry. Students in advanced medical imaging clinical practice tracks will be required to be certified in radiography, nuclear medicine technology, sonography, or radiation therapy. content.

    Credit Hours: 3

  
  • AMI 485 - Advanced Medical Imaging Capstone


    This course introduces the student to advanced medical imaging certification exam taking skills, mock certification exams, self-evaluation studies, and professional and career development opportunities. A study of realistic clinical problems and situations, with emphasis on analyzing and evaluating these problems to formulate acceptable solutions is included. This course can be taken when 75% of the AMI credit hours have been completed.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 105 - Introduction to Visual Arts


    This course is an introduction to key concepts about the visual arts. Art from diverse cultures will be study in order to develop visual and cultural literacy. At least one field trip is required.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 106 - 2/D Composition


    Students learn to compose the visual elements of line, value, shape, color and texture according to two-dimensional principles of design. Use of a wide range of media including: painting, graphics, and drawing. Lectures contain strong historical perspective.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 107 - Drawing


    Drawing techniques and media; fundamentals of representation, composition and figure drawing.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 108 - 3/D Composition


    A basic course in the three-dimensional area. Introduction to varied media, techniques and design principles as they apply to three-dimensional work.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 109 - History of Art I


    Survey of Western art from the Prehistoric period to the Middle Ages.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 110 - History of Art II


    Survey of Western art from the Renaissance to the 20th Century.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 127 - Storyboarding


    This course will introduce students to the process and practice of storyboarding for film and animation. Students will learn about gesture drawing, action poses, storytelling through sequential frames, and creating character sheets. Practice will include writing, storyboarding, and character concepting.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 106 
  
  • ART 130 - Life Drawing


    Through lectures, demonstrations, and sessions with a live model, this course develops an understanding of the human anatomy, movements and gestures, through practice of drawing.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 107 
  
  • ART 145 - Introduction to Art Therapy


    This course is a survey of the fundamental concepts, history, and uses of the visual arts in a therapeutic context.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 150 - Introduction to 3D Computer Animation


    A comprehensive overview of the 3/D computer animation production process and hands-on experience of creating 3/D models with surface control. Principles and processes to be discussed include: story boarding, modeling, camera lighting, surface control, motion scripting and rendering.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 106  & ART 107 
  
  • ART 155 - Foundations of Digital Design


    A foundational course that focuses on the primary digital programs utilized in the graphic design industry. Students will be introduced to vector, raster and layout based software programs, as well as fundamental graphic design principles, which will establish the groundwork for upper level design courses.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 106  OR COMM 210  OR MUEM 225 
  
  • ART 168 - Professional Studio Practicum I


    Introduction to visual art practices focusing on professional studio management and creative methodologies.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • ART 180 - Photography


    Students learn to see photographically and build a personal aesthetic through an exploration of the basic tools, techniques, and aesthetics of both digital SLR photography and 35mm black-and-white photography, with the emphasis on creative use of camera controls, film exposure and development, printmaking, output choices and proper use of chemistry. Students will also learn photographic history as it relates to photography assignments. This will include the study of various photographers and techniques from around the world. The course is a combination of lectures, demonstrations, supervised lab work, and critiques.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 201 - Introduction to Traditional Animation


    An introduction to the history of animation and animation techniques. Production from planning to execution. Study of the basic movements, timing, storyboarding, special effects and filming techniques.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 202 - Typography and Layout


    The visual word and its history and current practice in communication design. Investigate typeface properties, letterform structure, expression and terminology. Understand appropriate use in digital layout from simplest publications to complex compositions.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 155 
  
  • ART 205 - Graphic Design


    A basic course in graphic design, including creation of symbol design, typographic design problems and other related design situations.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 106 
  
  • ART 207 - Painting


    Pictorial composition involving problems of form, theme and techniques. Media applications of oil or acrylic.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 218 - Intermediate Drawing


    Continuation of skills developed in ART 107 , with further emphasis on conceptual and expressive application of drawing skills, and a wider diversity of drawing media, incorporation of color, and various subject matter.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 107 
  
  • ART 219 - Advanced Drawing


    Continuation of skills developed in ART 107 , with further emphasis on conceptual and expressive application of drawing skills, and a wider diversity of drawing media. Emphasis on the figure.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 107 
  
  • ART 220 - Advanced Drawing


    Continuation of skills developed in ART 107 , with further emphasis on conceptual and expressive application of drawing skills, and a wider diversity of drawing media. Emphasis on the figure.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 107 
  
  • ART 221 - Advanced Drawing


    Continuation of skills developed in ART 107 , with further emphasis on conceptual and expressive application of drawing skills, and a wider diversity of drawing media. Emphasis on the figure.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 107 
  
  • ART 222 - Advanced Drawing


    Continuation of skills developed in ART 107 , with further emphasis on conceptual and expressive application of drawing skills, and a wider diversity of drawing media. Emphasis on the figure.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 107 
  
  • ART 223 - Advanced Painting and Drawing


    In this course the student develops an individualized course of study meant to extend and augment personal expression and conceptual development in their chosen paint or drawing media.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 218 Intermediate Drawing or ART 207 Painting
  
  • ART 224 - Advanced Painting and Drawing


    In this course the student develops an individualized course of study meant to extend and augment personal expression and conceptual development in their chosen paint or drawing media.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 218 Intermediate Drawing or ART 207 Painting 
  
  • ART 225 - Advanced Painting and Drawing


    In this course the student develops an individualized course of study meant to extend and augment personal expression and conceptual development in their chosen paint or drawing media.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 218 Intermediate Drawing or ART 207 Painting 
  
  • ART 226 - Advanced Painting and Drawing


    In this course the student develops an individualized course of study meant to extend and augment personal expression and conceptual development in their chosen paint or drawing media.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 218 Intermediate Drawing or ART 207 Painting 
  
  • ART 227 - Advanced Painting and Drawing


    In this course the student develops an individualized course of study meant to extend and augment personal expression and conceptual development in their chosen paint or drawing media.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 218 Intermediate Drawing or ART 207 Painting 
  
  • ART 230 - Computer Modeling


    In-depth presentation of tools and techniques for the generation of polygonal, NURBS, and subdivision surface computer models. Industry standards of good construction are presented.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 108 
  
  • ART 235 - American Art to 1945


    This course examines major issues and developments in American art, focusing primarily on painting and sculpture from the early colonial period to 1945 when American art became an internationally recognized phenomenon. Topics include portraiture, landscape painting, publicly funded art projects, and world’s fairs. This course will also examine mainstream depictions of African Americans and Native Americans.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 236 - 3D Animation Production


    Advancing techniques in modeling, animation, and rendering. Movements of objects, actors and cameras along with animated effects of attributes will be demonstrated and discussed as it applies to a production studio environment.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 150 
  
  • ART 245 - Fundamentals of Art I


    Study and exploration for two and three dimensional materials appropriate for use in the elementary or middle school classroom.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 246 - Fundamentals of Art II


    Methods of adapting various media and techniques to art classroom teaching.

    Credit Hours: 2
  
  • ART 248 - Motion Graphics


    The use of video, music, and animation with graphic elements to tell messaging and marketing. This class looks into title sequences, infographics and logo animations in the professional setting.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 251 - Special Topics in 2D Studio Art


    Designed to supplement our regular course offerings, the changing topics of this course will reflect the evolving interests of students and faculty as well as the most recent developments in Studio Art relevant to 2-dimensional media.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 252 - Special Topics in Photography


    Designed to supplement our regular course offerings, the changing topics of this course will reflect the evolving interests of students and faculty as well as the most recent developments in Studio Art relevant photography.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 253 - Special Topics in 3D Studio Art


    Designed to supplement our regular course offerings, the changing topics of this course will reflect the evolving interests of students and faculty as well as the most recent developments in Studio Art relevant to 3-dimensional media.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 261 - Professional Studio Practicum


    Introduction to visual art studio practices focusing on the business of being an artist, creative methodologies and research, and contemporary art practices.

    Credit Hours: 1
    Prerequisite: ART 106  & ART 107  & ART 108 
  
  • ART 265 - Web Design


    Introduction to the world wide web focusing on the design and implementation of websites. Current standards will be used to create responsive sites that include the latest technologies in regards to motion graphics, interactivity and multimedia.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 155 
  
  • ART 268 - Professional Studio Practicum II (ART 268)


    Portfolio development and presentation; best business practices and sustainability models for professional artists. 

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • ART 280 - Advanced Photography


    This course further explores the creation of the fine art photographic print as well as the formation of the photographic portfolio. Areas of examination include papers, chemicals, aesthetic enhancements, and issues in contemporary photography and in photographic history.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 180 
  
  • ART 281 - Advanced Photography


    This course further explores the creation of the fine art photographic print as well as the formation of the photographic portfolio. Areas of examination include papers, chemicals, aesthetic enhancements, and issues in contemporary photography and in photographic history.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 180 
  
  • ART 282 - Advanced Photography


    This course further explores the creation of the fine art photographic print as well as the formation of the photographic portfolio. Areas of examination include papers, chemicals, aesthetic enhancements, and issues in contemporary photography and in photographic history.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 180 
  
  • ART 283 - Advanced Photography


    This course further explores the creation of the fine art photographic print as well as the formation of the photographic portfolio. Areas of examination include papers, chemicals, aesthetic enhancements, and issues in contemporary photography and in photographic history.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 180 
  
  • ART 284 - Advanced Photography


    This course further explores the creation of the fine art photographic print as well as the formation of the photographic portfolio. Areas of examination include papers, chemicals, aesthetic enhancements, and issues in contemporary photography and in photographic history.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 180 
  
  • ART 285 - Advanced Photography


    This course further explores the creation of the fine art photographic print as well as the formation of the photographic portfolio. Areas of examination include papers, chemicals, aesthetic enhancements, and issues in contemporary photography and in photographic history.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 180 
  
  • ART 301 - Advanced Painting


    In this course the student develops an individualized course of study meant to extend and augment personal expression in their chosen paint media.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 207 
  
  • ART 302 - Advanced Painting


    In this course the student develops an individualized course of study meant to extend and augment personal expression in their chosen paint media.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 207 
  
  • ART 303 - Advanced Painting


    In this course the student develops an individualized course of study meant to extend and augment personal expression in their chosen paint media.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 207 
  
  • ART 304 - Advanced Painting


    In this course the student develops an individualized course of study meant to extend and augment personal expression in their chosen paint media.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 207 
  
  • ART 305 - Advanced Painting


    In this course the student develops an individualized course of study meant to extend and augment personal expression in their chosen paint media.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 207 
  
  • ART 307 - Watercolor Painting


    Use of transparent and opaque watercolors. Tools, papers, resists, transfers, other techniques. Slides, filmstrips.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 106 
  
  • ART 310 - Illustration I


    General problems in illustration. Various media in relation to illustration: pen and ink, paint, graphite, etc.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 219  OR ART 130  OR ART 201  OR ART 307 
  
  • ART 311 - Illustration II


    Continuation of ART 310 , with emphasis on specific areas of illustration: cartooning, story and advertising. Refinement of established techniques and problems of illustration for reproduction.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 310  
  
  • ART 315 - Lighting and Rendering


    Study of advanced rendering techniques using industry standard renderers. Create custom shaders and develop an understanding of the rendering process for animation and live action.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 236 
  
  • ART 316 - Traditional Animation Production


    This class will look at the traditional animation processes from concept, storyboarding, and final production of an animated film. This will be conducted in a group environment with the intent to introduce job positions and support teamwork in animation.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 321 - Independent Concentration


    Independent study in an area to a greater depth than offered in regular courses.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: Approval of Art Faculty
  
  • ART 326 - Process and Production


    A course which explains the process of taking a project from concept to finished printed piece. Work will include project design, computer layout, color mockups, paper stocks, and estimating. Field trip to printing company and guest speakers. Class critiques.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 205 
  
  • ART 330 - Internship


    Study in the field; area of special interest - Fine Art, Computer Art or Commercial Art.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: Approval of Art Faculty
  
  • ART 332 - Internship


    Study in the field; area of special interest Studio Art, Computer Art or Communication Arts and Graphic Design.

    Recommended Background: Approval of Art Faculty

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: Approval of Art Faculty

  
  • ART 333 - Internship


    Study in the field; area of special interest Studio Art, Computer Art or Communication Arts and Graphic Design.

    Recommended Background: Approval of Art Faculty

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: Approval of Art Faculty

  
  • ART 334 - Modeling


    An introduction to the history of animation and animation techniques. Production from planning to execution. Study of the basic movements, timing, storyboarding, special effects and filming techniques

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 108 
  
  • ART 337 - Animation Studio Experience


    The students will work together to create a project pipeline including setting goals, establishing benchmarks, and completing tasks necessary for the preproduction, production, or post production of an animated short. The students will work as a studio to build real industry experience, resulting in finalized projects that are eligible for submission to industry-related competitions.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 340 - Baroque Art: Italy, Spain, Nether


    Caravaggio, Bernini, Velasquez and Rembrandt are among the artists who will be studied in this course dedicated to the art and architecture of seventeenth-century Europe. The aim of this course is to arrive at an understanding of the complex artistic, religious, and social influences underlying the creation of some of the greatest masterpieces of the Baroque era.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 341 - Multimedia for the Web


    Introductory study of the creation and implementation of multimedia for the world wide web. Current technology will be utilized to combine and animate text, video, audio, static & motion graphics.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 265 
  
  • ART 345 - Contemporary Art


    This course will cover a wide range of developments in art since 1960. Emphasis will be on foundations of contemporary art such as postmodernism, pop art and conceptual art.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ART 348 - Survey of Chinese Art


    This course selectively surveys the development of the visual arts and architecture in China from the prehistoric period to the present. Particular emphasis is placed on the social, religious, economic and historic contexts of artistic production as well as the technologies and media specific to Chinese art. Fulfills Learing Outcome# 25, 26.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing
  
  • ART 349 - Digital Photographic Imaging


    This course is a continuing study of digital photographic image modification in the visual arts. Students will explore the technical, historical and conceptual applications of digital photographic media and software.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 180 
  
  • ART 351 - Sculpture


    Continued study of the elements and principles of the design learned in three-dimensional composition. Technical methods considered will be additive, subtractive, manipulation, and substitution. Aesthetics, content and historical precedents will also be studied.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 108 
  
  • ART 352 - Advanced Sculpture


    Continuation on the advanced level of ART 351  with an emphasis on developing a personal direction conceptually. Concentration in a particular media or technical method.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 351 
 

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