May 05, 2024  
2022 - 2023 Undergraduate & Graduate Bulletin 
    
2022 - 2023 Undergraduate & Graduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Other Courses

  
  • EDUC 3003 - Introduction to Teaching


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Introduces pre-service teachers to characteristics, problems and special needs of exceptional children with specific application to the education of special needs students in general education classrooms (inclusion). Includes adaptation of curriculum and materials by the regular classroom teacher for students with exceptionalities and methods for teaching exceptional children and youth.

    Note: This is a Cameron University course
  
  • EDUC 3013 - Cultural Foundations


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    A survey of the development of education in the United States with emphasis on the influence of culture on educational theory and practice. Both philosophies and practices historically dominant in education in the United States and perspectives arising from cultural diversity will be explored.

    Note: This is a Cameron University course
  
  • EDUC 3673 - Media & Technology


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    The study of Instructional Technology as a theory and practical process for aiding in the learning process. The course includes techniques and technology used in planning, selection, production, utilization, and evaluation of a variety of instructional materials and computer related technologies.

    Note: This is a Cameron University course
  
  • EDUC 3753 - Educational Psychology


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Introduction to the behavioral and cognitive sciences in education; application of current research and theories of learning, intelligence and motivation to classroom practice. Additionally requires field component in the public schools. Lecture 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 3034.
    Note: This is a Cameron University course
  
  • EDUC 4653 - Classroom Assessment


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Selection, design, administration, and interpretation of a variety of assessment methods. Use of assessment results to make instructional decisions, plan instructional activities, and develop appropriate grading practices. Communication of results to students, parents, educators, and the community. Lecture 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education or EDUC 3003  and department permission.
    Note: This is a Cameron University course
  
  • EDUC 4883 - Selected Topics in Education


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Directed group study on a special subject or problem, based upon existing methods and/or instructional techniques which are applicable to teaching in all content areas.

    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 3003 
    Note: This is a Cameron University course
  
  • EMS 2104 - Medical Emergencies


    4 Credit Hour(s)

    A study of the assessment and management of neurology, endocrinology, allergies and anaphylaxis, gastroenterology, renal/urology, toxicology, hematology, environmental conditions, infectious and communicable diseases, behavioral and psychiatric disorders. Laboratory included.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 1225
    Note: This is a Cameron University course
  
  • SPED 3103 - The Exceptional Child


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This is a Cameron University Course, see Cameron University Catalog for description

    Note: This is a Cameron University Course.

Accounting

  
  • ACCT 1113 - Introduction to Accounting


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Emphasis on record keeping, double entry accounting, and financial statement preparation. This is a suggested elective, preparatory course for Accouunting I-Financial.

    Note: Completion of ACCT 2103  precludes enrollment in this course.
  
  • ACCT 2103 - Accounting I-Financial


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Accrual accounting for businesses covering basic accounting theory, corporate stocks, bonds, and classified financial statements.

  
  • ACCT 2203 - Accounting II - Managerial


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    A first course in managerial accounting with emphasis on accounting tools for managers. Topics covered include: cost accounting, break-even point, profit analysis, variable costing, budgeting, cash flow, differential analysis, responsibility accounting, financial ratios, stocks, and bonds.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2103  
  
  • ACCT 2500 - Cooperative Education in Accounting


    1 to 3 Credit Hour(s)

    Applications of the theories, principles, and methods of accounting studies in a practical work environment. Students will learn both conceptual and applied approaches to the study of accounting and will be better prepared for a variety of career opportunities in the field. The student may enroll for one to three semester credit hours each semester, not to exceed three semester hours for this level.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s permission required
  
  • ACCT 3113 - Intermediate Accounting I


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Analyzes valuation and other theoretical problems in accounting for cash, temporary investments, receivables, inventories, long- term investments, plant and equipment, and intangible assets.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2103 , ACCT 2203 , ECON 2123 , BADM 2843 , and BADM 3113 .
  
  • ACCT 3123 - Intermediate Accounting II


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Analyzes stockholders’ equity, dilutive securities, investments, issues related to income determination including revenue recognition, accounting for income taxes, pensions, leases and error analysis, preparation and analysis of financial statements, including price level changes and statement of changes in financial position.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3113  
  
  • ACCT 3133 - Cost Accounting


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Provides the students with basic cost principles, job order cost- ing, process and joint costing, and estimated costs.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2103 , ACCT 2203 , ECON 2123 , BADM 2843 , and BADM 3113 .
  
  • ACCT 3143 - Individual Income Tax Accounting


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Surveys current individual income tax laws. Topics include filing requirements, includable income, adjustments, itemized deductions, and tax credits.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2203  
  
  • ACCT 3243 - Accounting Information Systems


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    The design and development of accounting systems and data uses.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2203  
  
  • ACCT 3443 - Nonprofit Fiscal Management


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    The Unified Chart of Accounts for nonprofit organizations is introduced in the course. The UCOA allows nonprofits to reliably translate their financial statements into the categories required by the IRS Form 990, the federal Office of Management and Budget, and into other standard reporting formats. The course will also cover budgeting, financial ratios, tax issues, insurance, nonprofit audits, and requirements for a 501c nonprofit, tax exempt corporation.

  
  • ACCT 3500 - Cooperative Education in Accounting


    1 to 3 Credit Hour(s)

    Analyzes accounting information and concepts by combining professional accounting work experience with academic studies. It is a partnership among employers, students, and the University focused on professional practice and vocational exploration. Students have an opportunity to explore their professions and apply principles acquired in the classroom. The student may enroll for one to three semester credit hours each semester, not to exceed three semester hours for this level.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s permission required
  
  • ACCT 4113 - Advanced Accounting


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course includes: consolidates financial statements, accounting for foreign currency transactions, translation of foreign currency financial statements and segments; interim reports; and reporting for the SEC.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3123 - Intermediate Accounting II  with a grade of C or better
  
  • ACCT 4123 - Internal Auditing


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Provides an understanding of the concepts associated with audits that go beyond the traditional financial audit. These audits have been described by various names such as: operational audits, pro- gram audits, management audits, and performance audits.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2203  
  
  • ACCT 4133 - Accounting and Financial Analytics


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Explore techniques and technologies involved in analyzing financial statements and the underlying accounting and operational data. Examine methods which quickly and effectively communicate results to entity stake holders.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3113  and ACCT 3133  
  
  • ACCT 4213 - Financial Statement Analysis


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Designed to prepare the learner to analyze and utilize financial statements and valuation models in order to value the firm.

    Prerequisite(s): FINA 3503  
  
  • ACCT 4313 - Auditing


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    An examination of the processes conducted by independent, internal, and governmental accountants including the standards and procedures applied in the examination of financial statements for the purpose of rendering an opinion on them. Theoretical concepts of materiality, audit risk, and evidential matter are explored, along with the auditor’s understanding of controls in a sophisticated technological environment.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3123  
  
  • ACCT 4323 - Not-For-Profit/Governmental Acctng


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    An activity course involving the study of accounting processes and procedures used by state and local governmental units and other selected not-for-profit entities.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2203  
  
  • ACCT 4333 - Fraud Investigation


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Studies the development of information and evidence needed to conduct a fraud examination. Examines investigative processes including interviewing, taking statements, examination of public records, tracing false transactions, analyzing internal and external fraud schemes, and writing the investigative report.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 4313  
  
  • ACCT 4343 - Fraud Examination


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    The study of occupational fraud and abuse including asset misappropriation, corruption, and fraudulent statements. Develops an understanding of fraud examination methodology, and sets forth the schemes used by executives, managers, and employees to commit fraud against their organizations. Reviews the internal controls necessary to deter fraud, the different types of fraud, and effective prevention, detection, and investigative actions.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 4313  
  
  • ACCT 4353 - Fraud:Criminology and Ethics


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course examines the causes of crime with a focus on white- collar crime, organizational crime, and occupational crime. Fraud prevention programs, punishment, and the criminal justice sys- tem are studied. The ethics section covers ethical issues faced by the fraud examiner and the Association of Fraud Examiners (ACFE) code of ethics.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 4313  
  
  • ACCT 4363 - Legal Elements of Fraud


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    A study of the statutes and common law principles involved in prosecuting fraud. The course includes an overview of the United States legal system, the Federal Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedures, and the Federal Rules of Evidence. Legal Elements examines the laws related to fraud, individual rights during an examination, criminal prosecution for fraud, the civil justice system, basic rules of evidence, and testifying as an expert witness.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 4313  
  
  • ACCT 4413 - Entity Taxation


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Examines tax rules, regulations, principles and compliance steps for corporations, partnerships, and fiduciaries.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3143  
  
  • ACCT 4500 - Cooperative Education in Accounting


    1 to 3 Credit Hour(s)

    Integrates the learning that takes place in the classroom with the work experience. Students enrolled in the accounting programs experience the working environment through a coordinated agreement between the employer, the student, and the School of Business and Technology. The student may enroll for one to three semester credit hours each semester, not to exceed three semester hours for this level.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s permission required
  
  • ACCT 4793 - Accounting Internship


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Supervised professional-level accounting assignment with a business firm, government agency, or not-for-profit agency.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3113  and instructor’s permission.
  
  • ACCT 5113 - Accounting for Management


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Theories, concepts, and techniques that are involved in meeting the information needs of managers. Includes management control systems that facilitate routine planning and control, as well as non-routine decision making. Includes cost-product-volume analysis, profit planning, internal reporting for business segments, differential costs and revenues, and behavioral aspects of managerial accounting.

  
  • ACCT 5213 - Financial Statement Analysis


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Examination of financial statements included in corporate reports and announcements. Topics include methods of measuring income, assets, liabilities, liquidity, solvency, return on assets and equity interest, and forecasting future cash flows.

  
  • ACCT 5223 - International Accounting


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Study of international accounting issues. Emphasis on the diverse role of accounting in countries, global alignment of accounting standards, accounting for currency exchange rate changes, issues related to using corporate financial reporting across borders, and financial reporting in emerging capital markets. Comparisons between International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

  
  • ACCT 5233 - Accounting & Financial Analytics


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Examines the extraction and utilization of accounting and financial data to produce automated analytical reports applying current database and reporting technologies.


Art

  
  • ART 1103 - Art Foundations I


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    An introduction to the practical application and theoretical aspects of creating art on two-dimensional surfaces.

    (Formerly ART 1003)
  
  • ART 1113 - Art Appreciation


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Illustrated lecture course surveying the role and dimension of art with a general examination of art theory, art media, and art history. This course material has been duplicated in HUM 1113  and can be enrolled in if there is not availability in this section.

  
  • ART 1151 - BFA Success Strategies


    1 Credit Hour(s)

    Eight week course introducing students to the artistic and academic resources available at RSU and their necessary and effective utilization for completing the Bachelor of Fine Art degree.

  
  • ART 1203 - Art Foundations II


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    An introduction to the practical application and theoretical aspects of creating art with three-dimensional media.

  
  • ART 1213 - Digital Foundations


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    An introduction to the Macintosh operating system, peripherals, and storage of graphic-based work. Discussion of raster vs. vector graphics and their strengths and weaknesses. A broad overview of some of the software and the parameters it defines for the artist. An introduction to the issues surrounding cross platform graphics. Production of original artworks.

  
  • ART 1223 - Graphic Design I


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This class provides a strong foundation in computer graphics through the use of Adobe PhotoShop and traditional design concepts with related assignments. A thorough knowledge of materials and techniques of the computer artist is stressed.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 1103  and ART 1213  
  
  • ART 1323 - Typography


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    An in-depth study of typography as it relates to Graphic Design. Including the anatomy of letterforms, visual hierarchy, history of type, production, and type design and its various uses.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 1103  and ART 1213  
  
  • ART 1413 - Drawing I


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Introduction to various types and uses of drawings. Black-and- white media, space and volume relations, and development of visual units of design and their integration in the whole organization.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 1103  and ART 1203  
  
  • ART 1423 - Drawing II


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Continuation of ART 1413  with emphasis on perspective, com- position, and multimedia.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 1413  or instructor’s permission.
  
  • ART 1833 - Black/White Photography I


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Students will study camera operation, basic theory, materials and process, film exposure and developing techniques, contact printing and enlarging, filters and printing techniques, and print finish- ing. This course equips students with technical, intellectual, conceptual, and creative skills of making a photograph.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 1103  
  
  • ART 1913 - Printmaking I


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    A broad perspective and general understanding of the various printmaking processes including theory and some practical work in the following media: silkscreen, woodcuts, linoleum block, and intaglio (etching), and an explanation of lithography.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 1103  
  
  • ART 2033 - Black/White Photography II


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course covers archival processing and print finishing techniques. Students will develop their own personal projects based on consultation with the instructor with the final result being a production of limited edition portfolios.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 1833  
  
  • ART 2113 - Life Drawing I


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Constructive figure drawing from the live model. Focus on creative attitudes, with maintenance of balance between perceptual and conceptual drawing activities.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 1103 , ART 1203 , and ART 1413 , or instructor’s permission.
  
  • ART 2213 - Watercolor I


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Techniques and purposes of painting with watercolor.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 1103 , ART 1203 , and ART 1413  or instructor’s permission
  
  • ART 2383 - Advanced Digital Imaging


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This is a project-driven course in advanced imaging and handling of digital images. Emphasis will be given to design, color correction, repair, special effects and filters, and advanced image manipulation. A working knowledge of print and web requirements will be obtained. Theory/Lab.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 1223  or instructor’s permission
  
  • ART 2413 - Three-Dimensional Art I


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Experience in three-dimensional problems starting with an introduction to clay and its techniques including methods of firing, oxidation, reduction, and raku. Other sculptural processes dis- cussed include mold making, metal casting, and carving.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 1103  and ART 1203  
  
  • ART 2423 - Graphic Design II


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    An in-depth study of visual communication through the use of a vector graphics software program (Adobe Illustrator) in conjunction with a raster graphics software program (Adobe PhotoShop). Assignments are designed to extend a student’s sense of visual awareness, visual literacy, and creative thought, and strengthening the student’s portfolio.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 1223 
  
  • ART 2453 - Wheel-Throwing I


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    The nature of clay through the use of the potter’s wheel. Methods of firing include oxidation, reduction, and raku. Also discussed are glazing techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 1103  and ART 1203  
  
  • ART 2553 - Digital 3D Foundations


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course introduces the use of 3D programs such as Maya to create original art, illustrations, images for animation, and inter- active CDs. Attention will be given to terminology.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 1103  and ART 1213 . Recommended: ART 1223 , ART 1413 , and ART 1423 .
  
  • ART 2813 - Painting I


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    The study and application of painting. Comparison of history of painting and technique to student work. Visual and special relationships relative to painting. Use of either oil or acrylic paints.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 1103 , ART 1203 , and ART 1413 , or instructor’s permission.
  
  • ART 2910 - Individual Studio/Internship


    1 to 4 Credit Hour(s)

    One to four credit hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing, instructor’s permission, and completion of all courses in any of the following areas: Drawing, Ceramics, Life Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Watercolor, Serigraphy (silkscreen printing), Print- making, Interior Design, or Art History.
  
  • ART 3003 - Western Art History to 1400


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    An in-depth study of the major art movements and works in Western art history to 1400.

    (Formerly ART 2713)
  
  • ART 3013 - Western Art History 1400-1850


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    The study of the movements, groups, and individuals in Western art history. The focus of the class will be directed toward the Renaissance through the precursors of Impressionism.

  
  • ART 3023 - Nonprofit Fine Arts Management


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course is an overview of the management of nonprofit fine arts organizations as well as people in arts-related professions. Students will gain an awareness of the field of arts management, private and public arts agencies, and the role of the arts in local communities.

  
  • ART 3113 - Life Drawing II


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Students will learn the technical necessity and aesthetic benefits of working from a live model. Emphasis will be on advanced concepts in drawing. Stress on historical and contemporary influences in figure drawing.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 1103 , ART 1203 , ART 1413 , and ART 2113 , or instructor’s permission.
  
  • ART 3123 - Graphic Design III


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Emphasis is placed on preparing the student to successfully enter the graphic design field with an advanced understanding of design theory and a mastery of the industry’s standard software programs. Graphic design assignments are designed to create a professional quality portfolio. Creative thinking, visual literacy, and graphics theory are stressed in both print and interactive multimedia projects.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 2423  
    (Formerly GT 1333 and ART 2313)
  
  • ART 3133 - History of Non-Western Art


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    A survey and comparison of art from non-Western societies, including art from indigenous or immigrant non-Western populations living in Westernized society.

    (Formerly ART 2733)
  
  • ART 3213 - Western Art History 1850-Present


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    The study of the most influential art and artists of Europe and the Americans during the middle and late modern periods. Aesthetic and historical influences as well as their effects on current art directions will be addressed.

    (Formerly ART 4023)
  
  • ART 3223 - Watercolor II


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    An advanced study, application, and production of water soluble media. Elective for Art students.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 2213  or instructor’s permission.
  
  • ART 3233 - Printmaking II


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    An advanced study of the disciplines and techniques of printmaking, with increased emphasis on quality and complexity of concept and design.

  
  • ART 3313 - Art Theory I


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Critical theory by artists as it applies to art works and culture.

    (Formerly ART 2373)
  
  • ART 3413 - Applied/Package Design


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    An in-depth study of design solutions from start to comprehensive mock-ups. Special attention to signage, exhibition design, packaging, display, and point of purchase. Explores product identity and design problems associated with design.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 3123 .
  
  • ART 3443 - Three-Dimensional Art II


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Three-dimensional problems utilizing advanced tools, media, and techniques, building upon the basics learned in 3-D Art I. This course emphasizes the student’s personal design style; planning and construction of well developed and thought out sculptures.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 2413 .
    (Formerly ART 2443)
  
  • ART 3463 - Wheel-Throwing II


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    A continuation of ART 2453  with emphasis placed on the student’s personal approach as well as production skills.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 2453 .
    (Formerly ART 2463)
  
  • ART 3523 - Artistic Authoring and Animation


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Introduction to interactive multimedia applications utilizing and animating 2-D and 3-D graphics, text, sound, and digital video. Emphasis will be placed on Macromedia Flash and Action Script programming in a Macintosh environment. Theory/Lab.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 2423 .
  
  • ART 3543 - Artistic Website Design


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course covers principles of website architecture, planning, and production. Emphasis will be placed on aesthetics and navigation of websites. This course utilizes a WYSIWYG software (such as Dreamweaver) in a Macintosh environment. Theory/Lab.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 2423  
  
  • ART 3553 - Digital 3D Studio


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This is an advanced course that explores the tools and techniques used to create/animate rigid, inorganic/organic objects. Concepts for animating objects are discussed. Projects will include construction of buildings and texturing structures. Projects will also include the modeling of living beings.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 2553 
  
  • ART 3613 - Painting II


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Studio experiences and portfolio development of oil-based media. Some experiments with mixed-media are included in the curriculum. References to the historical development and innovations of oil painting are emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 2813 
  
  • ART 3633 - Art Marketing


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Through investigation of product definition, demographics, market analysis, style identity, self-promotion, and branding, students will gain a practical and aesthetic understanding of the business of art. Professional portfolio development and presentation will be emphasized. Field trips and contacts with art businesses are part of the course curriculum.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 1103 , ART 1203 , and ART 1213 
    (Formerly ART 2793)
  
  • ART 3713 - East Asian Art History


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Historical survey focusing on the visual arts (architecture, sculpture, graphic design, and painting) of China, Japan and Korea with minor attention paid to history, philosophy, literature, music, and religion. Underscores the humanistic values informing each major art discipline and historical period. Provides a framework for understanding the significance of these ancient civilizations and their impact on the East Asian world and global community.

  
  • ART 3883 - Digital Color Photography


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    The concepts and techniques in electronic imaging will be explored through the use of color digital equipment and Adobe PhotoShop. Fine Arts as well as editorial photographic standards will be addressed on the basis for critical analysis including visual awareness, visual literacy, and creative thought of the finished photograph.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 1833  and ART 1223  or instructor’s permission.
    (Formerly ART 2883)
  
  • ART 3910 - Directed Studies


    1 to 3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course will address particular research and applications of theory and/or production in a visual art discipline. Course content to be determined each semester. Subjects will be selected from but not limited to studies in studio, graphic arts, or art history. Open to students in a graduating semester.

    (Formerly ART 2920)
  
  • ART 3943 - Photographic Applications I


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course addresses the practice and theory of location and studio photography. Emphasis will be on the human subject, images for journalism media, and equipment operations.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 2033  and ART 3883 .
  
  • ART 4223 - Hist of Graphic Design/Multimedia


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    An in-depth study of the history of graphic design from prehistory to the present as it relates to modern design practices. Includes advertising, history of type, production, posters, package design styles, and trends of the field.

  
  • ART 4243 - Photographic Applications II


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course explores the practical and theoretical aspects of photography for fine art images, graphic design, and illustration. Emphasis will be on photographic documentation and advertising.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 3943 
  
  • ART 4313 - Art Theory II


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Critical theory by philosophers from antiquity to the present as it applies to art works and culture.

  
  • ART 4333 - The Italian Renaissance(1400-1600)


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course focuses on the overarching ideas of the Italian Renaissance, underscoring the art (painting, architecture, sculpture) and human culture (history, philosophy, literature, music, religion, and geopolitics) of one of the most distinctive periods in Western history. The course will provide a framework for under- standing the significance of the Italian Renaissance and its impact in shaping the Western world as well as the global community.

  
  • ART 4353 - Contemporary Art and Criticism


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Focus on the overarching ideas and criticism informing the con- temporary arts scene. Main focus is on the visual arts (architecture, sculpture, graphic design, and painting) and the critical dis- courses explicating them. Provide the framework for understanding the significance of contemporary art on the Western world and the global community at large.

  
  • ART 4373 - Ancient Greek and Roman Art History


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Focus on the art and architecture of ancient Greece and Rome, two of the most significant periods in Western art history. Main focus is on the visual arts (architecture, sculpture, and painting) with minor attention paid to history, philosophy, literature, music, and religion. Provide a framework for understanding the significance of these ancient civilizations and their impact on the Western world.

  
  • ART 4413 - Native American Art


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Comprehensive study of the prehistoric, historic, and contemporary artistic traditions of indigenous people of various North American cultural regions. By examining historical periods of American Indian artwork, students will understand how various socio-cultural factors  influenced the development of specific traditions and common methods of artistic practice among Native people of North America.

  
  • ART 4433 - Sequential Art


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Student will utilize hand skills to sketch and draw storyboards. These hand-rendered storyboards will be incorporated into computer-generated three-dimensional objects in an artificial three- dimensional space leading to storyboard design, animation scripts, and the production of animation sequences to video.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 2553 
  
  • ART 4513 - Art Internship


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course is designed to allow students external, for credit, learning and experimental opportunities in working visual art- related environments. Upon approval by the art faculty, students will be able to work in structured and regularly assessed art establishments.

  
  • ART 4533 - Art Studies-At-Large


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course is designed to foster study external to the region. Students will study at internationally recognized art centers. May be repeated once for credit. instructor’s permission required.

  
  • ART 4613 - Baroque Art History


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    Historical survey focusing on the visual arts (architecture, sculpture, graphic design, and painting) of China, Japan, and Korea with minor attention paid to history, philosophy, literature, music, and religion. Underscores the humanistic values informing each major art discipline. Provides a framework for understanding the significance of seventeenth-century art and its impact on Western Europe and the global community.

  
  • ART 4623 - Romanticism in Arts, Lit & Music


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    An interdisciplinary historical survey focusing on the visual arts (painting architecture, and sculpture), literature (the prose novel and poetry), and music of Western Europe from 1800-1850. Underscores the humanistic values informing each major art discipline and provides a framework for understanding the significance of Romanticism, and its impact on Western Europe and the global community.

  
  • ART 4853 - Graphic Design Practicum


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    This course incorporates all aspects of graphic design to produce various assigned live projects. This course is designed to give students practical real-world experience and live projects to enhance their portfolio. Lab.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 3123  or instructor’s permissions
  
  • ART 4953 - Senior Capstone Portfolio


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    The Capstone Portfolio is an original, specialized project, integrating the student’s cumulative academic experiences. Preparation for the Senior Project begins in the junior year with consultation with advisors.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior status.

Biological Science

  
  • BIOL 0123 - Science Proficiency


    3 Credit Hour(s)

    The primary objective is to provide knowledge of the basic concepts and principles of physical and life sciences. This course does not apply toward total credit hours for graduation.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 0114  or equivalent
  
  • BIOL 1114 - General Biology


    4 Credit Hour(s)

    General Biology provides an introduction to various topics in biological science including basic chemistry; cellular biology; studies of animals, plants, protozoans, and fungi; human biology; genetics and heredity; and environmental/population studies. This course meets the four credit hour life sciences requirement for graduation from Rogers State University and is open to any student.

    Note: Laboratory Required.
  
  • BIOL 1134 - Intro to Environmental Science


    4 Credit Hour(s)

    An introduction to the study of the interrelationship of humans and the natural environment. Examines the causes and effects of human-induced degradation of the environment together with potential sustainable solutions. Specific issues include resource depletion, biodiversity loss, food production, water scarcity, pollution, waste management, alternative energy, and climate change.

    Note: Laboratory Required.
  
  • BIOL 1144 - General Cellular Biology


    4 Credit Hour(s)

    An introduction to inorganic and organic chemistry, with an extensive survey of cell structure, cellular metabolism, enzymes, mitosis and meiosis, Mendelian genetics, and molecular genetics.

    Note: Laboratory Required.
  
  • BIOL 2104 - General Botany


    4 Credit Hour(s)

    Basic processes and structures in plants and their relation to factors in the environment, reproduction heredity, heritable and non- heritable variations in plants and their causes and consequences are studied. Previous course in chemistry recommended.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1144 
    Note: Laboratory Required.
  
  • BIOL 2124 - Microbiology


    4 Credit Hour(s)

    General microbiology with emphasis on fundamentals of morphology, physiology, and growth-related activities of pathogenic and nonpathogenic organisms. Aseptic technique and common microbiological tests and procedures covered.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1144 
    Note: Laboratory Required.
  
  • BIOL 2205 - General Zoology


    5 Credit Hour(s)

    A survey of the animal kingdom, with special emphasis on phylogenetic relationships, structural adaptation, and ecological significance of the major phyla.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1144 
    Note: Laboratory Required.
 

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