May 29, 2024  
2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


SUNY Oneonta offers students more than 1,400 courses—from Accounting to Zoology—from over 25 separate departments. Requirements for majors and minors and course descriptions are listed under the departments that offer them; and these departments are arranged in alphabetical order. See the “Course Index” for details.

Please note that requirements, courses, and course descriptions are subject to change after publication of this catalog. Contact the appropriate departments for updated information. Also note that some course descriptions have been edited for clarity and consistency. Complete descriptions are available from the instructors or the departments concerned.

Key to Course Descriptions

Abbreviation   Meaning
(PACT)   Activity course in Health & Fitness
CWE   College Writing Exam
(LA)   Liberal Arts (course is a Liberal Arts offering)
SUSF   Sustainability Focused Courses
s.h.   Semester Hour(s)
SoS   Sophomore standing
JrS   Junior standing
SrS   Senior standing

Course Numbering System

100 - 199   Lower-division undergraduate-level courses.
200 - 299   Upper-division intermediate undergraduate-level courses.
300 - 499   Upper-division advanced courses.
500 - 699   Graduate-level courses.
 

Spanish

  
  • SPAN 101 - Introductory Spanish I  3 s.h.


    Spanish for beginners; for students with no more than 2 years of high school Spanish. Emphasizes oral abilities in the use of basic vocabulary and fundamental patterns of the language. Includes reading, writing, and use of state of the art language laboratory and audio-visual materials. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    FL3
  
  • SPAN 102 - Introductory Spanish II  3 s.h.


    A continuation of SPAN 101 ; review of basics presented in SPAN 101 ; emphasis on narration in the past tenses. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    FL3
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 101 , or equivalent proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 103 - Second Year Spanish I  3 s.h.


    A continuation of SPAN 102 ; review of basics: emphasis on subjunctive mood, idiomatic expressions, and beginning readings in Spanish and Spanish American culture. Students may request to take SPAN 103 and SPAN 104  in the same semester if needed for timely completion of the degree. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    FL3
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 102 , or equivalent proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 104 - Second Year Spanish II  3 s.h.


    A review of the basics of spoken and written Spanish, with readings, conversation, composition, grammar, and cultural explorations designed to raise language skills to the level required for entry into the major programs. May profitably be taken with SPAN 112 . Students may request to take SPAN 103  and 104 in the same semester if needed for timely completion of the degree. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    FL3
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 103  or equivalent proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 112 - Elementary Spanish Conversation  3 s.h.


    Designed for non-majors with some previous Spanish study to complete their General Education FL2 requirement, this course will focus on conversation, practical language use, and cultural exploration, but some vocabulary and grammar review will be included. May also be taken by new majors concurrently with SPAN 104  in order to brush up on skills before beginning the advanced language sequence.
    LA
    FL3
    Prerequisite(s): At least SPAN 101  or at least 2 years of high school Spanish or equivalent proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 201 - Review of Spanish Grammar  3 s.h.


    A review of Spanish grammar for those who have already mastered the basics. The course will include intensive work on the past tenses, subjunctive, accent rules, and other difficult constructions. May profitably be taken with SPAN 202  or SPAN 215 . Offered irregularly.
    LA
    FL3
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 104  or equivalent proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 202 - Advanced Spanish Usage I  3 s.h.


    Improves oral and written abilities through oral reports, study of grammar, conversation and writing. Emphasis on writing short compositions, short cultural and literary readings, and use of the web in Spanish. Must be taken before SPAN 203 ; may profitably be taken with SPAN 204  or SPAN 205 . Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    FL3
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 104  or equivalent proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 203 - Advanced Spanish Usage II  3 s.h.


    Improves spoken and written abilities through oral reports, study of grammar, conversation and writing. Emphasis on writing short compositions, short cultural and literary readings, and use of the web in Spanish, with the goal of achieving the skills necessary to do well in the upper-division courses. May profitably be taken with SPAN 204  or SPAN 205 ; as the gateway to the Spanish major, a C+ or better in this course is a prerequisite to the 200-level content courses. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    FL3
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 202  or equivalent proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 204 - Civilization of Spain  3 s.h.


    Introduces the rich and diverse cultural heritage of Spain, including geography and key issues, moments and people in Spain’s history, society, popular culture, art and music. The course will be conducted in Spanish and will include attention to improving language skills. SPAN 204 and SPAN 205  may be taken in any order, and may profitably be taken with SPAN 202  or SPAN 203 . Offered Fall only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 104  or equivalent proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 205 - Spanish American Civilization  3 s.h.


    Selected readings introduce important figures in the history and culture of the Spanish-speaking countries of the Americas, and present their regional diversity and rich culture. The course will be conducted in Spanish and will include attention to improving language skills. SPAN 204  and 205 may be taken in any order, and may profitably be taken with SPAN 202  or SPAN 203 . Offered Spring only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 104  or equivalent proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 208 - Introduction to Spanish Literature  3 s.h.


    A sampler of narrative, poetry, and drama from Spanish and Spanish-American literature. Provides background and teaches techniques of literary analysis in preparation for more advanced literature courses, as well as library research skills in Spanish and use of appropriate citation formats. The course will be conducted entirely in Spanish; several 2-4pp essays will be required; a “C+” or better in this course will be required to move forward to 300-level Spanish courses. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    H3
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 203  ”C+” or better.
  
  • SPAN 212 - Conversational Spanish  3 s.h.


    Improves ability to speak and comprehend Spanish for students who have reached an intermediate level of oral proficiency. This course will be conducted entirely in Spanish and assumes an active command of the basic structures of Spanish and ability to participate in Spanish conversation. Includes class discussion, role playing, debates, and oral presentations. Primary emphasis on active skill of speaking. Not open to students of native or near-native speaking ability. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 203  “C+” or better.
  
  • SPAN 215 - Spanish for Bilingual Speakers  3 s.h.


    Emphasizes improvement of skills in writing, reading, and oral communication, including vocabulary-building and stylistics. Addresses code switching, use of Anglicisms, and interference with English. Students make oral presentations, write compositions, and discuss readings about Hispanic culture. May be taken at the same time as SPAN 201  or SPAN 202 . Offered Fall only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 104  or permission of instructor.
  
  • SPAN 217 - Spanish for Teachers Mini  1 s.h.


    An intermediate-level conversation course meant to offer students focused practice with vocabulary useful for teachers of Spanish-speaking students. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Offered irregularly.
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 104 , or equivalent proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 218 - Spanish for Food Service Mini  1 s.h.


    An intermediate-level conversation course offering focused practice with vocabulary and structures useful to both clients and managers in restaurant settings. Some written work will be required though the main emphasis will be on oral communication. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Offered irregularly.
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 104 , or equivalent proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 219 - Medical Spanish Mini  1 s.h.


    An intermediate-level conversation course meant to offer students focused practice with vocabulary and structures useful to both providers and patients in health care situations. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Offered irregularly.
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 104 , or equivalent proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 220 - A Taste of Translation Mini  1 s.h.


    An introduction to the art of translation with both oral and written practice. Includes simultaneous translation, radio and television broadcasts, newspaper items, stories and poems. Offered irregularly.
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 104 , or equivalent proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 294 - Intermediate Spanish Special Topics  1 s.h. - 3 s.h.


    Group study of literature or culture in Spanish. Course will be conducted in Spanish and among other work, students will be required to write several 2-3pp essays in Spanish. May be repeated in successive semesters with different topics. Offered irregularly.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 203  “C+” or better.
  
  • SPAN 299 - Independent Study in Spanish  1 s.h. - 6 s.h.


    Special studies under department supervision for students who have shown unusual ability in Spanish and other areas. May be continued in successive semesters.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SoS and permission of department and instructor.
  
  • SPAN 310 - Spanish and Latin American Film  3 s.h.


    A film analysis course at the advanced Spanish linguistic level. Examines film as a representation of Latin American and Peninsular historical moments and cultural traditions. Films are organized thematically. Course will be conducted in Spanish, and essays of 6-8pp in Spanish will be required. Offered irregularly.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 204 .
  
  • SPAN 311 - Survey of Spanish Literature  3 s.h.


    A survey of the literature of Spain from the Middle Ages to the present day. Readings may include El Cid, Don Quijote, the Spanish Romantics, Nobel Prize winner Camilo Jose Cela, and will touch on themes such as national identity and diversity, the representation of women, religion in the past and in the modern age, and cultural contact with the Muslim world. Course will be conducted in Spanish, and essays of 6-8pp will be required. Offered Fall only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): “C+” or better in SPAN 208 .
  
  • SPAN 313 - Survey of Spanish-American Literature  3 s.h.


    Traces the development of Spanish-American literature from colonial through modern times, stressing significant writers and trends, and will cover the literature of the conquest, colonial times, the struggle for independence, modernism, realism, magical realism, and the contemporary period. Course will be conducted in Spanish, and essays of 6-8pp will be required. Offered Spring only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): “C+” or better in SPAN 208 .
  
  • SPAN 315 - Adv. Span. Conv. & Service Lrng.  3 s.h.


    This advanced conversation course completes the sequence of the oral communication courses offered to Spanish majors, and concentrations. The course intends to reinforce language skills targeting oral proficiency at the advanced level. It provides the students with intensive oral practice and experience in authentic native speakers’ settings. It emphasizes content on polemic topics, such as Hispanic immigration in the U.S. and issues related to cultural and linguistic differences of the Spanish speaking world. Students are required to complete 15 hours of volunteer work outside of class time. A community site is assigned to develop work. The community work component is coordinated with the Center for Social Responsibility.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 212  or permission of instructor.
  
  • SPAN 316 - Spanish Phonetics & Phonology  3 s.h.


    A study of the sound system in Spanish. Also discusses Spanish phonology, dialects, and history of Spanish in Spain and Spanish America. Emphasis on classroom and laboratory practice to improve pronunciation. Offered Fall only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 208  “C+” or better.
  
  • SPAN 317 - Latin American Dialectology  3 s.h.


    This course will be to understand the dialectal diversity and linguistic contexts of Spanish in Latin America. Attention will be paid to the main theories on Latin American dialectal distribution, the division of the sub-continent in different substrata, the contribution of gelinguistics and sociolinguistics to Dialectological studies and the phonology, morpho-syntax and lexical traits of each Spanish-speaking Latin American region, from Monterry, Mexico all the way to Tierra del Feugo, Argentina.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 316 .
  
  • SPAN 321 - Literature of The Golden Age  3 s.h.


    Study of representative literary works and ideological currents of 16th- and 17th-century Spain, a time of imperial strength followed by incipient political decline, of Spanish Humanism, and of Renaissance and Baroque aesthetics. Major emphasis will vary among likely topics such as: the rise of a national theater in the works of Lope de Vega, Tirso de Molina, and Calderon de la Barca; the genesis and development of the picaresque novel; the principal forms and themes of the poetry of Garcilaso, fray Luis de Leon, San Juan de la Cruz, Francisco de Quevedo and Luis de Gongora; the Novelas ejemplares of Cervantes; the Novelas amorasas y ejemplares of Maria de Zayas. Course will be conducted in Spanish and among other work, students will be required to write a 10-12pp research paper in Spanish. Offered irregularly.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): “C+” or better in SPAN 208 .
  
  • SPAN 323 - Literature of Revolutions  3 s.h.


    Studies the effects on literature and culture of the revolutionary movements in Latin America during the 20th century, including the Mexican Revolution and the rise of Fidel Castro in Cuba, and may also look back to the effects of the earlier struggles for independence from Spanish colonial rule. Course will be conducted in Spanish, and among other work, students will be required to write a 10-12pp research paper in Spanish. Offered irregularly.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 208  “C+” or better.
  
  • SPAN 324 - Spanish Mysticism  3 s.h.


    A study of the doctrines, practices and visions of Spanish mystics from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. At the intersection of literature, history, philosophy and religious studies—focusing on the relations between culture, political power and religious authority— students in this course will explore intellect, piety and eroticism in mystical expression. Selected texts from San Ignacio de Loyola, Fray Luis de Granada, Santa Teresa de Jesus, Fray Luis de Leon, Pedro Malon de Chaide, San Juan de la Cruz and Miguel de Molinos. Course will be conducted in Spanish and it includes a research project. Offered irregularly.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): JrS and SPAN 208  ”C+” or better.
  
  • SPAN 328 - Drama in Spanish  3 s.h.


    A study of representative dramas by Spanish and/or Spanish American authors. Course will be conducted in Spanish and among other work, students will be required to write a 10-12pp research paper in Spanish. Offered irregularly.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 208  “C+” or better.
  
  • SPAN 330 - Non-Fictional Narratives  3 s.h.


    From the “Cronicas” of the Spanish conquerors in the 15th and 16th centuries to the “Nuevo Periodismo” of today, non-fictional narratives have played a principal role in the history of Spanish America and in the shaping and development of its culture and societies. This course will explore the varieties of non-fictional narratives developed in the region, their role in history, as well their literary value. Course will be conducted in Spanish and among other work, students will be required to write a 10-12pp research paper in Spanish. Offered irregularly.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 208  “C+” or better.
  
  • SPAN 340 - Literature of the Hispanic Caribbean  3 s.h.


    Study of contemporary Hispanic Caribbean literature and culture. Covers works of 20th century writers from Puerto Rico, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, and the Caribbean coast of South and Central America, including Julia de Burgos, Pales Matos, Nicolas Guillen, Ana Lydia Vega, Rosario Ferre, Cabrera Infante, and others. Course will be conducted in Spanish and among other work, students will be required to write a 10-12pp research paper in Spanish. Offered irregularly.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 208  “C+” or better.
  
  • SPAN 341 - Miguel de Cervantes  3 s.h.


    A close reading of Cervantes’ comic masterpiece, Don Quijote, in the context of Renaissance Literature, the development of the European novel, and the society of Spain’s Golden Age. Other short texts by Cervantes may also be read. Course will be conducted in Spanish and among other work, students will be required to write a 10-12pp research paper in Spanish. Offered irregularly.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 208  “C+” or better.
  
  • SPAN 342 - Galdos and the Social Novel  3 s.h.


    A study of representative works by this great 19th-century Spanish novelist and short-story writer in the context of realism, naturalism, and the momentous issues in Spanish and European society and culture at the time. Course will be conducted in Spanish, and among other work, students will be required to write a 10-12pp research paper in Spanish. Offered irregularly.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 208  “C+” or better.
  
  • SPAN 394 - Special Topics in Spanish  3 s.h.


    Special topics in the study of the Spanish language, literature, culture, or linguistics. Offered according to interest of instructor, requests by students, and availability of instructor. Course will be conducted in Spanish and among other work, students will be required to write a 10-12pp research paper in Spanish.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 208  “C+” or better.
  
  • SPAN 399 - Independent Study in Spanish  1 s.h. - 6 s.h.


    Special studies under department supervision for students who have shown unusual ability in Spanish and other areas. May be continued in successive semesters.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): JrS and permission of department and instructor.

Social Studies Education

  
  • SSED 392 - Research, Theory and Practice in Middle and High School Social Studies Education  4 s.h.


    Presents a variety of instructional strategies for teaching secondary social studies (7-12). Course includes discussion of such topics as the history and philosophy of the discipline, curriculum and assessment at the secondary level, integration of content from a variety of social science and humanities disciplines, middle school philosophy and organization, classroom management strategies, applications of technology, diversity and exceptionality issues, constructivism, leadership, and service learning. Course includes a minimum of 52 hours field placement in a middle or high school Social Studies classroom. Offered Fall only.
    Prerequisite(s): Candidate status in Education required.
  
  • SSED 394 - Special Topics in Social Science Education  2 s.h.


    Varied topics designed to improve student abilities in weak areas. May include topics such as teaching the social studies to slow learners, evaluation, and teaching current affairs. Offered irregularly.
  
  • SSED 396 - Student Teaching in Secondary Social Studies  12 s.h.


    One half semester of guided teaching at a middle school and one half semester of guided teaching at a high school. Students must register and successfully complete both SSED 396A and SSED 396B in the same semester to receive credit for either. Offered Fall and Spring.
    BC3
    Prerequisite(s): SSED 392  and student teaching eligibility
    Corequisite(s): SSED 398 .
  
  • SSED 398 - Seminar in Middle and High School Social Studies Education  3 s.h.


    A capstone course that overlaps and/or follows student teaching and includes a review of recent developments in content education at the local, state, national, and international levels as reflected in current educational theory, research, and practice; reflection on curriculum and assessment in light of student teaching experiences; discussion of the professional Code of Ethics for educators and role of the educational professional leader; as well as the development and presentation of a professional educational portfolio. Offered Fall and Spring.
    Prerequisite(s): SSED 392 .
    Corequisite(s): SSED 396 .
  
  • SSED 399 - Independent Study in Social Science Education  1 s.h. - 3 s.h.


    Individual projects or research for upper-division students, conducted under the direction of the social science education staff. Offered irregularly. Offered on an individual basis and upon request.

Statistics

  
  • STAT 101 - Introduction to Statistics  3 s.h.


    Basic statistical concepts which may include steps in scientific research, measurements, sampling and experimentation; descriptive concepts such as tables, graphs and summary statistics; elementary probability concepts; sampling distributions, normal distribution; inferential methods such as estimation, hypothesis testing.Other topics may include chi square tests, correlation, regression. Use of a statistical software package. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    M3
    Prerequisite(s): at least 3 units of Regents high school math or MATH 104 .
  
  • STAT 141 - Statistical Software  1 s.h. - 3 s.h.


    Instruction in the use of a statistical software package for data analysis. Intended for students planning to take a research methods course or in need of a data analysis package. Topics covered will be selected from among: data entry, editing, and coding; recode, if, compute, and similar statements; descriptive and inferential statistics; tables, charts, and graphs; report preparation. No previous computer or statistics background is required. The statistical package in most cases will be one of the following: SPSS, SAS, or MINITAB. May be taken for credit more than once provided that the statistical package or level is different each time. Open to all students.
    LA
  
  • STAT 201 - Statistical Methods  4 s.h.


    Review of basic statistical concepts, sampling techniques, basic design of experiments, basic probability and probability distributions, sampling distributions, estimations, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance, correlation, simple and multiple regression, nonparametic techniques, analysis for categorical data. Offered Spring only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): STAT 101  or STAT 261  with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • STAT 203 - Nonparametric Statistics  3 s.h.


    Statistical test of hypothesis; test of randomness, some special chi-square tests, nonparametric tests for the one- and two-sample cases; order statistics; test of association, measures of correlation; efficiency of non-parametric tests; use of a statistical software package.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): STAT 101  or permission of instructor.
  
  • STAT 206 - Statistical Quality Control  3 s.h.


    Graphical methods; control charts; Shewhart, x, s, and median charts; cumulative sum control charts; economic design of control charts; acceptance sampling; designing experiments for quality and productivity; applications in industry and government, use of statistical software.
    Prerequisite(s): 3 s.h. STAT at 200- or 300-level.
  
  • STAT 261 - Probability and Statistical Inference  4 s.h.


    Topics in probability include: Basic probability laws, conditional probability, random variables, discrete and continuous probability distributions, expectation and variance of random variables, special probability distributions. Topics in statistics include: Basic statistical concepts and sampling techniques, descriptive statistics, and statistical inference. Use of a statistical software package. Offered Fall only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 224 .
  
  • STAT 295 - Teaching Assistantship in Statistics  2 s.h. - 3 s.h.


    Assisting the statistics faculty with the preparation of class material and Computer Lab assignments, correcting homework assignments, providing statistical consulting, supervising the Computer Lab, and providing tutorial help to students enrolled in the introductory statistics courses.
    Prerequisite(s): At least 9 s.h. in STAT and permission of instructor.
  
  • STAT 299 - Independent Studies in Statistics  1 s.h. - 3 s.h.


    Individual studies or research activities carried out under the direction of appropriate departmental faculty.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SoS and permission of instructor.
  
  • STAT 311 - Intro to Design of Experiments  3 s.h.


    Techniques of constructing and analyzing designs for experimental investigations, planning of experiment, randomization and replication, concepts of blocking, randomized block design, other designs, factorials, confounding and fractional replication, incomplete block design, response surface design. Offered Spring only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): STAT 201 .
  
  • STAT 321 - Sampling Designs With Applications  3 s.h.


    Technique of survey, methods of selecting samples, estimation, simple random sample, stratified sampling, sampling for proportions, double sampling, sampling for time series. Offered irregularly.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): STAT 201 .
  
  • STAT 331 - Econometrics  3 s.h.


    In this course students learn to: 1) use regression models to formulate and estimate quantitative relationships between economic variables; 2) test hypothesis concerning the strength of these relationships; and 3) identify and correct problems encountered in applying regression models to economic data. Offered Fall only.
    LA
    Cross-listed as ECON 373 .
    Prerequisite(s): JrS, STAT 101  and (STAT 201  or ECON 211  and ECON 212 ).
  
  • STAT 332 - Operations Research  3 s.h.


    Standard methods of operations research such as mathematical programming, transportation models, inventory models, network models, decision analysis. Use of software for solving problems.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 223 .
  
  • STAT 361 - Mathematical Theory of Probability and Statistics I  3 s.h.


    Set theory, sample space, probability, distribution functions and their properties, sampling distributions, discrete and continuous distributions, moment generating functions, bivariate normal and multivariate distribution. Offered irregularly.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 224 .
  
  • STAT 362 - Mathematical Theory of Probability and Statistics II  3 s.h.


    Inference from finite and infinite populations, theory of estimation, tests of hypothesis, linear hypothesis theory, regression and correlation, non-parametric methods, introduction to theory of analysis of variance. Offered irregularly.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): STAT 361 .
  
  • STAT 371 - Actuarial Probability  3 s.h.


    A course for students interested in actuarial science and actuarial careers. This course is offered to help students acquire a thorough knowledge of all of the topics in the syllabus for Exam of the Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) and the Society of Actuaries (SOA). Topics include mathematical tools for quantitatively assessing risk and popular probability models in actuarial science. Offered on demand.
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 276  and STAT 361  ”C” or better.
  
  • STAT 373 - Theory of Interest  4 s.h.


    This course covers topics on measurement of interest, annuities certain, varying annuities, amortization schedules, sinking funds, bonds and related securities, depreciation, and general derivatives. Designed for students who plan to take the Actuarial Exam FM/2.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 224 .
  
  • STAT 374 - Financial Mathematics  3 s.h.


    Designed for students who plan to take the Actuarial Exam FM/2. This course covers topics on general derivatives, options, forwards and futures, swaps, hedging and investment strategies, and provides practices of the sample questions from the Exam.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): STAT 373 .
  
  • STAT 394 - Special Topics in Statistics  1 s.h. - 3 s.h.


    Topics in upper-level statistics chosen by instructor. Offered by demand.
    LA
  
  • STAT 397 - Internship in Statistics  1 s.h. - 15 s.h.


    This course provides practical experience in a professional setting related to statistics. Pass/Fail Option
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): JrS, STAT 201 , and minimum 2.5 GPA in the major. 
  
  • STAT 399 - Independent Study in Statistics  1 s.h. - 3 s.h.


    Individual studies or research activities carried out under the direction of appropriate departmental faculty.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): JrS and permission of instructor.

Theatre

  
  • THTR 100 - Theatre Appreciation  3 s.h.


    Course to develop audience appreciation of theater as a cultural, social, and artistic force. Consideration of forms and styles of theatrical expression with emphasis on the contemporary theater. Not a performance course.
    LA
    A3
  
  • THTR 101 - Introduction to Theatre  3 s.h.


    This course is designed to introduce the Theatre major to the vocabulary and processes used in the mounting of a stage production of a play. It provides the student with the basic vocabularies and concepts of Stagecraft, Costuming, Play Analysis, Theatre History, Directing, Performance and Collaborative Arts. Offered Fall only.
    LA
  
  • THTR 102 - The American Musical Theatre  3 s.h.


    Study of the origins, development, and current practices of the American musical Theater, with emphasis on structure, staging, and performance style. Examination of scripts, music, and production approaches of such artists as Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II.
    LA
    A3
    Cross-listed as MUSC 126 .
  
  • THTR 104 - Survey of Dance in America  3 s.h.


    This course is intended to give dancers and other interested students an overview of the history of dance in America, focusing primarily on the 20th century developments in the major genres of that art form (ballet, musicals, modern, tap, jazz, MTV, ect.).
    LA
    A3
  
  • THTR 111 - Acting I  3 s.h.


    Introductory acting course, covering approaches to stage business and characterization. Study and preparation of a variety of roles. Opportunities to appear in frequent classroom scenes on the laboratory stage. Offered Fall and Spring.
    A3
    Prerequisite(s): FrS, SoS, or JrS only.
  
  • THTR 155 - Stage Makeup  3 s.h.


    Introduces basic principles of the art and technique of stage makeup used to achieve technical proficiency and assist actors in character development. Offered Fall and Spring.
  
  • THTR 178 - Play Analysis for the Stage  3 s.h.


    An introductory course to train the student in the analysis of plays for visualizing their potential theatrical production, with emphasis on dramatic structure, theatrical style, and staging. Lecture, discussion, and laboratory activity based on texts of varying style and period and on live and taped theatrical productions. Offered Fall only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): 3 s.h. of THTR.
  
  • THTR 190 - Theatre Practicum I  1 s.h.


    Introduction to the theatrical process through participation in the cast or crew of a faculty-directed stage production of a play. Offered Fall and Spring.
  
  • THTR 207 - Contemporary Theatre  3 s.h.


    The most recent practice and theory in Theater. Reading of scripts, description, and exploratory theatrical performances. Observation of performances, live, and on film. History since 1950. Field trips required.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SoS or 3 s.h. THTR.
  
  • THTR 211 - Acting II  3 s.h.


    Study of acting methods and characterization and their communication in the Theater. Individual projects in acting different types of plays.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS and THTR 111 .
  
  • THTR 212 - Voice and Diction for the Stage  3 s.h.


    A beginning course in the training of the speaking voice for the professional stage.
  
  • THTR 215 - Improvisational Theatre  3 s.h.


    Laboratory experience to develop techniques and understanding of the improvisational approach to theater. Readings to acquaint the student with the development of this form.
    A3
  
  • THTR 217 - Movement for the Stage  3 s.h.


    Through practical application, students will become acquainted with various movement techniques. Each student will be encouraged to discover the potentials and limitations of his/her own body, to use these discoveries in a performance situation, and to develop an individual set of exercises. Although the course focuses on movement for the theatrical stage, anyone who needs an expressive body will find it useful.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS and THTR 111 .
  
  • THTR 218 - Dance for Musical Theater  3 s.h.


    This course introduces students to the process that actors and dancers encounter when working within the constraints of the dramatic action and established musical score of a musical play. Students will learn basic dance combinations and movement techniques used in musicals, how to express dramatic action through movement, and how to integrate dance and characterization. Students will also learn how to prepare for the dance auditions for a musical theatre production. Offered Spring only.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS.
  
  • THTR 220 - Stagecraft  3 s.h.


    Study of material, techniques, tools, and machinery used in the construction, rigging, and building of stage scenery. Overview of instrumentation, application, and computer technology used to light the scene. Offered Fall and Spring.
  
  • THTR 230 - Stage Properties  3 s.h.


    This course is designed to introduce students to the basics of properties procurement, construction and management. Students will learn how to develop a props list for a play; research period furniture, decor and properties; buy and alter ready-made props; and manage props during the rehearsal and run of a production. They will also learn the basic props-making skills of paper-mache, thermoplastics, painting, soft goods and light upholstery.
    Prerequisite(s): 3 s.h. THTR.
  
  • THTR 231 - Stage Costuming  3 s.h.


    Practice in costume construction for the major productions of the season. Opportunities for individual design and costume responsibility. Lectures in history and design. Laboratory hours to be arranged. Offered Fall and Spring.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS or 3 s.h. THTR, ART, or FASH Clothing.
  
  • THTR 234 - Stage Costume Design  3 s.h.


    The study of stage costume design, theory, style, and techniques. Application of theory to design problems.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS or 3 s.h. THTR, ART, or FASH Clothing.
  
  • THTR 235 - Play Writing  3 s.h.


    This course will cover the basics of play writing, including but not limited to character development, idea and theme development, plot architecture and language economy. By the end of the semester, the students will write and produce a ten-minute play, which will be produced for an audience. No special equipment/ props needed.
    Prerequisite(s): THTR 178  or LITR 100  or permission of instructor.
  
  • THTR 236 - History of Stage Costume  3 s.h.


    This course is designed to give a student an in-depth look at the history of clothing through the practical eyes of the costume designers working for the stage and screen.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SoS or 3 s.h. THTR, ART, or FASH Clothing.
  
  • THTR 240 - Theatre for the Classroom  3 s.h.


    Study of the theories, techniques and literature of improvised drama for children. Observation and participation in laboratory assignments. Guiding creative dramatic groups so that children may learn the processes of characterization and expression through a natural channeling of their imaginative powers. Emphasis on the programs of Siks, Ward and Spolin.
    LA
    A3
    Prerequisite(s): SoS.
  
  • THTR 245 - Children’s Theatre  3 s.h.


    An introduction to the theory and practice of producing theatre with children in an after-school public school setting. Topics covered include the selection of plays, the organization of the rehearsal process, and the procurement of sets and costumes.
    LA
    A3
  
  • THTR 250 - Stage Lighting  3 s.h.


    Theory and practice in the design and execution of lighting for stage productions. Covers basic techniques of drafting and executing light plots in proscenium and flexible spaces as well as basic concepts of electricity and optics of lighting instruments. Emphasis placed on practical problem-solving for lighting plays and events staged in proscenium and flexible theatre spaces. Offered Fall only.
    Prerequisite(s): THTR 178  and THTR 220 .
  
  • THTR 271 - Theatre History I  3 s.h.


    The development of Theater arts from the ancients through Neoclassicism. Emphasis on the physical Theater and production techniques. Representative plays studied as they illustrate these elements. Offered Fall only.
    LA
    A3
    Prerequisite(s): SoS or 3 s.h. THTR or LITR.
  
  • THTR 272 - Theatre History II  3 s.h.


    The development of Theater arts from Romanticism to the present. Emphasis on the physical Theater and production techniques. Representative plays studied as they illustrate these elements. Offered Spring only.
    LA
    BC3
    A3
    Prerequisite(s): SoS or 3 s.h. THTR or LITR.
  
  • THTR 290 - Theatre Practicum II  2 s.h.


    The study of a phase of performance or production through participation in productions approved for credit by the department. A written analysis of the work or critique and evaluation meeting is required. Offered Fall and Spring.
    Prerequisite(s): 3 s.h. in specific THTR area and permission of instructor.
  
  • THTR 292 - Projects in Technical Theatre  1 s.h. - 3 s.h.


    Study of selected areas of technical Theater using individual or group projects. Emphasis on the application of current developments in materials and technology. Projects determined by student interests and opportunities available in department- sponsored productions. May be repeated for up to 6 s.h. credit.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS or 3 s.h. THTR.
  
  • THTR 294 - Special Topics in Theatre  3 s.h.


    Unique topics in Theater. Focus on ideas that may confront students in their current studies, with emphasis on past and future directions of the Theater. LA determination based on course content.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS or 3 s.h. THTR.
  
  • THTR 295 - Teaching Assistantship in Theatre  1 s.h. - 3 s.h.


    This course provides a college level experience for students who are exceptionally qualified to undertake appropriate responsibilities and activities to support the teaching of a Theatre course. Tasks may include preparation and distribution of teaching materials, supervision of labs or scene work, preparation of classroom demonstrations and/or presentations and tutoring. The specific responsibilities, amount of credit and assessment criteria must be outlined in a written agreement between the Theater faculty member and the student prior to the start of the course.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS, completion of the College Undergraduate Teaching Assistantship Application, min 3.0 cum GPA, a grade of “B” or better in the course in which they will be assisting.
  
  • THTR 299 - Independent Study in Theatre  1 s.h. - 6 s.h.


    Special studies under department supervision for students who have shown unusual ability in Theater. May be continued in successive semesters. LA determination based on course content.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS , 6 s.h. in specific THTR area (3 s.h. 200-level), minimum “B” average, and permission of instructor.
  
  • THTR 301 - Audition Techniques  3 s.h.


    This course offers students the opportunity to learn and/or refine their skills for auditions and performance. Through a variety of research, written, workshop, and performance assignments, students will gain experience and knowledge necessary for the pursuance of a professional and/or academic career in theater arts. The course will focus on audition preparation, rehearsal, construction of portfolio, and performance of material through monologues, dialogues, scene study, song and movement.
    Prerequisite(s): Two of the following: THTR 101 , THTR 111 , THTR 211 , THTR 215 , THTR 217 .
  
  • THTR 321 - Directing I  3 s.h.


    Developing a theatrical concept of the play script. Basic techniques for staging a play so as to express the concept. Practice in directing scenes. Offered Spring only.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS or SrS and THTR 178 .
  
  • THTR 350 - Scene Design for the Stage  3 s.h.


    Theory and practice in the design of scenery for stage productions. Covers basic techniques of drafting, rendering, model- building and scene-shifting. Emphasis placed on practical problem-solving for plays staged in proscenium and flexible theatre spaces.
    Prerequisite(s): THTR 178  and THTR 220 .
  
  • THTR 397 - Theatre Internship  1 s.h. - 15 s.h.


    Theatre internships provide an opportunity for students to apply the theories, principles, and practices learned in the classroom in a professional setting. The faculty sponsor must be a member of the Theatre Department.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS, permission of the department, 9 sh of THTR with 3 sh at 200 level, minimum 3.0 GPA in the major. See College- wide requirements for internships in the Special Academic Programs section of this catalog or on the College website.
  
  • THTR 399 - Independent Study in Theatre  1 s.h. - 6 s.h.


    Special studies under department supervision for students who have shown unusual ability in Theater. May be continued in successive semesters with a maximum of 12 s.h. LA determination based on course content.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS, 6 s.h. in specific THTR area (3 s.h. 200-level), and permission of instructor.

World History

  
  • WHIS 206 - Nation and Race  3 s.h.


    The aim of this variable topics course is to analyze the concepts of nation, race, nationalism, and national identity. Students taking the course will acquire basic knowledge in the theories of ethnicity race, and nationalism studies. Offered irregularly.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SoS or 3 s.h. 100-level HIST course..
  
  • WHIS 215 - History of the Modern Middle East & North Africa  3 s.h.


    A survey of the social, political and intellectual history of the Near East and Maghreb in the 19th and 20th centuries. Islamic reform, resistance to imperialism and the development of modern nationalism are covered along with attention to ‘street level’ changes. Offered irregularly.
    LA
    OW3
    Cross-listed as ALS 215 .
    Prerequisite(s): SoS or 3 s.h. 100-level HIST course.
  
  • WHIS 219 - Sexualities & Community in Africa since 1800  3 s.h.


    A politico-economic survey of Africa since 1800 this course focuses on the construction of sexual and social identities before, during, and after colonialism. Offered irregularly.
    LA
    OW3
    Cross-listed as ALS 219 .
    Prerequisite(s): SoS or 3 s.h. 100-level HIST course.
  
  • WHIS 224 - History of Soviet Russia  3 s.h.


    A study of U.S.S.R. and Soviet Communism, including social, economic, and political developments since 1917. Examines the rise and fall of totalitarianism (under Gorbachev) and post-Soviet Russia. Offered Spring only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SoS or 3 s.h. 100-level HIST course.
  
  • WHIS 251 - Modern Japan  3 s.h.


    The study of Modern Japanese history since 1500 through politics, economics, diplomacy, and culture. Includes Japan’s unification under the Tokugawa, traumatic opening to the West, overthrow of feudalism, rapid modernization, imperialism, defeat, occupation, and economic rebirth. Offered Irregularly.
    LA
    OW3
    Prerequisite(s): SoS or 3 s.h. 100-level HIST course.
 

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