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CNET 4910 - Special Problems
1–4 hours
Individualized instruction in theoretical or experimental problems. Written report required.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor and program coordinator.
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CNET 4920 - Cooperative Education Internship
1 hour
Supervised industrial internship requiring a minimum of 150 hours of work per experience.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of department.
May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 3 semester credit hours.
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CNET 4951 - Honors College Capstone Thesis
3 hours
Major research project prepared by the student under the supervision of a faculty member and presented in standard thesis format. An oral defense is required of each student for successful completion of the thesis.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least 6 hours in honors courses; completion of at least 12 hours in the major department in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the department chair and the dean of the school or college in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the dean of the Honors College.
May be substituted for HNRS 4000 . Course may be taken only once for Honors College credit.
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CBCM 2400 - Digital Media Writing
3 hours (3;1)
Emphasis on formats, styles, and how to research content/material. Introduction to converged broadcast information writing with emphasis in talk magazine, sports, long-form documentary and news formats.
Prerequisite(s): CBCM pre-major status and completion of 12 hours of UNT course work or accepted in transfer with a GPA of 2.75 or better.
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CBCM 3500 - Video Photography, Editing and Reporting for Digital Media
3 hours (3;1)
Introduction to shooting, writing, editing and producing (both audio and video) skills targeting information programming including documentary, sports, magazine formats and news across multiple platforms and distribution modes.
Prerequisite(s): CBCM/RTVF major status & RTVF 2210 .
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CBCM 3525 - Content Development for Digital Media
3 hours (3;1)
Advanced production of news and informational content for radio, television and the Internet. Project-oriented curriculum giving advanced students experience creating podcasts, marketing video, mini docs and other digital content for cross-platform distribution.
Prerequisite(s): CBCM or RTVF major status, RTVF 2210 and consent of department.
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CBCM 4951 - Honors College Capstone Thesis
3 hours
Major research project prepared by the student under the supervision of a faculty member and presented in standard thesis format. An oral defense is required of each student for successful completion of the thesis.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least 6 hours in honors courses; completion of at least 12 hours in the major department in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the department chair and the dean of the school or college in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the dean of the Honors College.
May be substituted for HNRS 4000 . Course may be taken only once for Honors College credit.
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COUN 2610 - Principles of Counseling I
3 hours
Introduction to the broad range of counseling services and their application to schools and community agencies.
Prerequisite(s):
May be taken concurrently with COUN 3620 , COUN 3630 , COUN 3640 , COUN 4610 and COUN 4620 .
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COUN 2620 - Diversity and Cultural Awareness
3 hours
Didactic, experiential and applied learning opportunities prepare students to understand differences and commonalities within diverse cultures. Students learn how cultural identity influences personal and world views, perceptions of experience, and styles of communication. With a focus on developing intra- and interpersonal awareness, students cultivate attitudes and practice skills necessary for relating constructively with diverse individuals in a variety of work settings.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Core Category: Discovery
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COUN 3600 - Therapeutic Play
3 hours
Didactic and experiential training in how to be a therapeutic agent in children’s lives by using structured therapeutic play sessions. Participants are taught basic child-centered play therapy principles and skills, including reflective listening, recognizing and responding to children’s feelings, therapeutic limit setting, building children’s self-esteem, and structuring therapeutic play sessions with children using a special kit of selected toys. Observations of play therapy sessions and skill building therapeutic play sessions are required.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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COUN 3620 - Principles of Counseling II
3 hours
Integrated overview of counseling services through personal self-exploration by the counseling associate. Focus is on the understanding of interpersonal dynamics through self-awareness.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 2610 (may be taken concurrently).
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COUN 3630 - Survey of Career Development and Career Guidance
3 hours
Overview of current problems and developments in career choices.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 2610 (may be taken concurrently).
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COUN 3640 - Group Process in Helping Relationships
3 hours
Group dynamics laboratory: group functions and leadership styles as related to helping relationships.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 2610 (may be taken concurrently).
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COUN 4620 - Interpersonal Skills in Helping Relationships
3 hours
Didactic and experiential training in interpersonal relationships; analysis and application of effective counseling activities.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 2610 (may be taken concurrently).
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COUN 4900 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Individual instruction to cover course content in special circumstances.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of chair or dean.
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COUN 4910 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Individual instruction to cover course content in special circumstances.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of chair or dean.
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CJUS 2100 - Crime and Justice in the United States (CRIJ 1301)
3 hours
Examines the societal responses to people and organizations that violate criminal codes; discusses the history, development, organization and philosophy of the justice process; and analyzes the complex inter-relationships between the major components of the criminal justice system (police, courts and corrections).
Prerequisite(s): None.
Same as SOCI 2100 .
Core Category: Social and Behavioral Sciences
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CJUS 2600 - Diversity Issues in Criminal Justice
3 hours
Critically examines race, gender and other diversity issues within the U.S. criminal justice system. Topics of emphasis include the importance of diversity issues in the development, organization and operation of the criminal justice system.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 2900 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 2910 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 2996 - Honors College Mentored Research Experience
3 hours
Research experience conducted by a freshman or sophomore honors student under the supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Honors College; freshman or sophomore class status; consent of Honors College dean.
May only be taken once for Honors College credit.
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CJUS 3201 - Criminal Law
3 hours
Examines general and statutory bases and theories of criminal law and jurisprudence.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 or equivalent.
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CJUS 3210 - Judicial and Legal Systems
3 hours
Examines the courts, the legal and judicial process and judicial behavior.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 or equivalent.
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CJUS 3300 - Police Systems
3 hours
Focuses on the role and function of police in contemporary society, the problems arising between citizens and police from the enforcement of laws, the limitations of police in a democratic society and the methodologies used by the police to be a more effective component of the justice system.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 or equivalent.
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CJUS 3310 - Organized and Consensual Crime
3 hours
The study of the history, structure and governmental responses to organized crime; special emphasis is placed on consensual crimes such as drug abuse and trafficking, prostitution, pornography and gambling.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 or equivalent.
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CJUS 3320 - Corporate Security and Loss Prevention
3 hours
Overview of loss prevention problems and the security and management strategies designed to protect the private sector from crime, fire, accident, employee dishonesty and natural disaster.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 or equivalent.
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CJUS 3330 - Introduction to Criminalistics
3 hours
Overview of the field of criminalistics, with a focus on the recognition, collection, preservation and analysis of physical evidence. Introduction to topics such as fingerprint examination, trace evidence analysis and firearm examination. Prerequisite for more advanced criminalistics courses.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 or equivalent, or consent of instructor.
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CJUS 3340 - Computer Crime
3 hours
Introduction to computer crime through an examination of the crime and those individuals committing it, as well as the specific laws, investigative techniques, and criminological theories applicable to computer crime.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 3400 - Correctional Systems
3 hours
Focuses on prisons and jails. Examines the goals and history of punishment; the death penalty; the composition and social organization of jail and prison populations; bail, detention, sentencing and classification; institutional management and the conflicts between rehabilitation and punishment.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 or equivalent.
Same as SOCI 3460 .
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CJUS 3410 - Correctional Case Management
3 hours
Study of the basic purposes and techniques of correctional case management with consideration given to the supervision and control of offender activities and the development of interpersonal skills required to enhance communication with and to effect lasting behavioral change in offenders.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 or equivalent.
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CJUS 3600 - Criminology
3 hours
Provides an overview of the major criminological perspectives and an examination of the social, political and intellectual milieu within which each developed. Focuses on the multi-disciplinary nature of criminological thought.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1510 , PSYC 1630 and CJUS 2100 or equivalents.
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CJUS 3610 - Juvenile Justice
3 hours
Examines the juvenile justice system and the handling of juvenile delinquents in the United States. Specific attention is devoted to the history of the juvenile justice system and current police, court and correctional policies and practices pertaining to juvenile offenders.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 3620 - Juvenile Delinquency
3 hours
Examines juvenile delinquency in the United States. Specific attention is devoted to the definitions, measurement, and correlates of juvenile delinquency. Additional focus is paid to the various theories of juvenile delinquency and what each theory prescribes for preventing, treating and handling juvenile delinquents.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Same as SOCI 3620 .
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CJUS 3630 - Drugs, Crime and Society
3 hours
Examines the relationship between drugs, crime and human behavior. Explores the relationship between drug abuse and crime and the policy proposals developed to control drug trafficking, drug abuse, and drug-related crime, as well as the multi-faceted aspects and effects of chemical abuse and dependency.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Same as SOCI 3630 .
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CJUS 3700 - Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice
3 hours
Study of ethical issues facing the criminal justice system. Problems confronting police, the courts and the juvenile and correctional systems are addressed.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 or equivalent.
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CJUS 3996 - Honors College Mentored Research Experience
3 hours
Research experience conducted by an honors student with at least junior standing under the supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Honors College; at least junior class status; consent of Honors College dean.
May only be taken once for Honors College credit.
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CJUS 4200 - Criminal Procedure
3 hours
Examination of the constitutional and statutory bases and judicial interpretations of the procedures governing the administration of criminal justice.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 and CJUS 3201 or equivalents.
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CJUS 4250 - Law and Social Problems
3 hours
Examines the role of law in attempts to address and solve social problems.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 and CJUS 3201 or equivalents.
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CJUS 4330 - Domestic and International Terrorism
3 hours
Provides in-depth knowledge about domestic and international terrorism. Specific focus on strategies designed to address the threat of terrorism from a criminal justice perspective, particularly involving the police assuming new roles in homeland security. Explores ideological theories of terrorism and identifies trends and patterns of terrorism and hate crimes in our world.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 4350 - Seminar on Violence
3 hours
An analysis of the incidence, patterns and causes of criminal violence; the characteristics of particular crimes (e.g., murder, robbery, rape, domestic abuse, terrorism); and society’s reaction to such violence.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 or equivalent.
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CJUS 4360 - Criminal Investigation
3 hours
Study of methods of obtaining and reporting information from the crime scene, victims, witnesses and suspects. Specific attention is given to investigation of index crimes (homicide, rape, robbery, assault, burglary, arson, motor vehicle theft and larceny).
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 , CJUS 3201 and CJUS 3300 or equivalents.
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CJUS 4370 - Advanced Criminalistics I
3 hours
Advanced examination of specified sub-disciplines of criminalistics, including analysis of firearms/tool marks, footwear/tire tread evidence, and bloodstain patterns. Designed to provide students with an understanding of the scientific method of analysis, the theory of individualization, and the application of critical thinking as applied to these sub-disciplines.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 and CJUS 3330 or equivalents, or consent of instructor.
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CJUS 4380 - Advanced Criminalistics II
3 hours
Advanced examination of specified sub-disciplines of criminalistics, including analysis of latent prints, trace evidence and controlled substances. Designed to provide students with an understanding of the scientific method of analysis, the theory of individualization, and the application of critical thinking as applied to theses sub-disciplines.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 and CJUS 3300 or equivalents, or consent of instructor.
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CJUS 4390 - Crime Scene Investigation Theory
3 hours
Designed to provide a thorough understanding of the scientific theories involved in the recognition, documentation, preservation and collection of physical evidence at crime scenes. Crime scene documentation methods included are digital imaging (still and video), note taking, sketching and crime scene mapping. Safety considerations and biohazard concerns are emphasized. Proper evidence collection techniques and chain of custody issues are presented. The theory of crime scene reconstruction according to the scientific method is developed. Field exercises are used to further develop lecture topics.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 3330 or equivalent or consent of instructor.
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CJUS 4460 - Community Corrections
3 hours
Examines the concept of community corrections from various perspectives. Also examines contemporary practices and trends in probation, parole, and other forms of community corrections.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 or equivalent.
Same as SOCI 4460 .
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CJUS 4500 - Administration of Criminal Justice Agencies
3 hours
Study of principles and practices of administration and their application to criminal justice agencies. Special focus on the relationship of theoretical administrative concepts and practical criminal justice problems.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 and 9 hours of upper-division criminal justice courses or equivalents.
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CJUS 4650 - Victimology
3 hours
Exploration of the scope of victim issues in American society. Review of the programs and services provided victims of crime. The expanding roles of the courts, police, battered women shelters, victim/witness assistance programs, crisis intervention units and legislation are highlighted.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 or equivalent.
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CJUS 4660 - Offender Behavior
3 hours
Examines the variables that correlate with or lead to criminal behavior, such as the family, schools, personality, economic forces and cultural values. Psycho-social explanations illuminate the factors that cause crime and criminality and suggests solutions.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 and CJUS 3600 or equivalents.
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CJUS 4700 - Research Methods in Criminal Justice
3 hours
Examines research methodology in criminal justice. Special emphasis is placed on methods and techniques for conducting research in criminal justice, including the relationship between theory and research, the nature of causation, research designs and techniques, conceptualization and measurement, operationalization, sampling, and ethical issues.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and a minimum of 18 hours in criminal justice, with 12 hours from the criminal justice core.
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CJUS 4850 - Internship in Criminal Justice
1–6 hours
Each student is placed as a participant observer in a criminal justice agency for a minimum of 120 hours to provide an opportunity to apply academic training to practical situations.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 or equivalent and 12 additional hours of criminal justice courses and consent of department.
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CJUS 4860 - Studies in Criminal Justice
1–3 hours
Individual investigation of selected issues regarding criminal justice.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 or equivalent and 12 additional hours of criminal justice courses and consent of department.
May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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CJUS 4870 - Topics in Criminal Justice
3 hours
Seminar class devoted to an investigation, analysis and discussion of significant problems in contemporary criminal justice.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 2100 or equivalent and 6 additional hours of criminal justice courses.
May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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CJUS 4900 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): Consent of department.
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CJUS 4901 - Senior Seminar: Criminal Justice and Public Policy
3 hours
Examination of the problems and issues involved in forming and implementing criminal justice policy in the United States. Course represents the final capstone experience for the student and should generally be taken in the semester the student will graduate.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and at least 33 hours of criminal justice, with 18 hours from the criminal justice core.
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CJUS 4951 - Honors College Capstone Thesis
3 hours
Major research project prepared by the student under the supervision of a faculty member and presented in standard thesis format. An oral defense is required of each student for successful completion of the thesis.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least 6 hours in honors courses; completion of at least 12 hours in the major department in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the department chair and the dean of the school or college in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the dean of the Honors College.
May be substituted for HNRS 4000 . Course may be taken only once for Honors College credit.
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DANC 1050 - Dance Performance
1 hour (0;3)
Introductory laboratory course giving credit to students for their experiences in rehearsal and performance of dance as an art form. The course is fourfold in content, including auditions, studio rehearsals, technical and dress rehearsal, and performances. All students planning to audition for a dance performance in the Department of Dance and Theatre must be enrolled in a performance lab. All students enrolled in the course are provided the opportunity to be in a dance production in the capacities of audition, rehearsal and/or performance.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): a DANC technique course.
May be repeated for credit.
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DANC 1100 - Stress Reduction Through Movement
3 hours (3;1)
Study of the basic theories and practices of wellness for increased quantity and quality of life through classroom and movement laboratory experiences. Scientific and philosophic examination of the body-mind connection. Course focuses on gaining an understanding of stress, stress-related illnesses and injuries, and techniques of stress release through movement for rehabilitation and health maintenance. Course addresses learning/growth processes, creativity, body image, preventive care, structural disciplines, movement analysis, body/movement therapies, massage and relaxation techniques.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Core Category: Discovery
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DANC 1200 - Appreciation of Dance as a Contemporary Art Form
3 hours
Aesthetics of dance as a performing art. Emphasis placed on the development of an appreciation for dance as a form of communication and as a reflection of contemporary society. Lectures, films and field trips.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Core Category: Creative Arts
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DANC 1250 - Choreography I
3 hours
Introduction to the principles and application of dance composition through improvisational exercises; addresses the elements of movement: space, time, and energy. Explores the concepts of abstraction, organic movement, developing a motive, working from a score and musicality.
Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in Modern Technique.
Required of all dance majors.
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DANC 1400 - Modern Dance Technique, Level I
3 hours (1;3)
Introduction to theory and technique of modern dance. Fundamental exercises and analysis of time, space and dynamics as they apply to elements of dance with emphasis on structural alignment and integration.
Prerequisite(s): Students register for DANC 1400 in the fall and spring semesters of one academic year. At the end of the spring semester, students are assigned to the appropriate technique level by faculty recommendation. Students must complete each semester with a minimum grade of B to advance to the next level.
May be repeated for credit.
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DANC 1410 - Ballet Technique, Level I
3 hours (1;3)
Basic techniques of classical ballet. Emphasis placed on fundamentals of alignment, integration, terminology and simple ballet movement vocabulary
Prerequisite(s): Placement through proficiency exam and by faculty. Students register for DANC 1410 in the fall and spring semesters of one academic year. At the end of the spring semester, students are assigned to the appropriate technique level by faculty recommendation. Students must complete each semester with a minimum grade of B to advance to the next level.
May be repeated for credit.
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DANC 1500 - Jazz Dance Technique, Level I
1 hour (1;3)
Introduction to jazz dance through a study of its vocabulary, style and technique.
Prerequisite(s): None.
May be repeated for credit.
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DANC 1710 - Tap Dance Technique, Level I
1 hour (1;3)
Basic technique of tap dance designed for the beginning performing student. Fundamentals of body placement, terminology, simple tap combinations, elements of performance quality and tap dance composition.
Prerequisite(s): None.
May be repeated for credit.
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DANC 2060 - Music for Dancers
3 hours (3;1)
An introduction to music and its relationship to dance. Increases musical awareness, listening skills, rhythmic skills, communication skills in the language of music, musicality, and repertoire of music selections for choreography.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 1250 or consent of department.
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DANC 2095 - Stage Production I
1 hour (1;3)
Introduction to principles and practices governing presentation of stage production. Students participate in support of department laboratory productions. Students complete lab hours assigned to costume shop, scene shop, electrics/sound and ushering to gain an understanding of how each area supports an overall production.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Same as THEA 2095 .
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DANC 2250 - Choreography II
3 hours (3;3)
Theory and practice of movement exploration for use in establishing expressive movement patterns to be structured into short dance compositions. Three hours weekly of lecture and movement plus a minimum of 60 clock hours in a movement laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 1250 .
Corequisite(s): DANC 2400 , DANC 3400 or DANC 4400 .
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DANC 2400 - Modern Dance Technique, Level II
3 hours (1;3)
Emphasis placed on performance of relatively more complex combinations of movement patterns. Technical development of the body for greater range of movement and control. Analysis of time, space and dynamics as they apply to dance.
Prerequisite(s): Placement through proficiency exam and by faculty. Students register for DANC 2400 in the fall and spring semesters of one academic year. At the end of the spring semester, students are assigned to the appropriate technique level by faculty recommendation. Students must complete each semester with a minimum grade of B to advance to the next level.
May be repeated for credit.
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DANC 2410 - Ballet Technique, Level II
3 hours (1;3)
Continuation of DANC 1410 . More emphasis is placed on simple adagio and allegro combinations as well as stylistically building the body as a performing instrument within the vocabulary of classical ballet.
Prerequisite(s): Placement through proficiency exam and by faculty. Students register for DANC 2410 in the fall and spring semesters of one academic year. At the end of the spring semester, students are assigned to the appropriate technique level by faculty recommendation. Students must complete each semester with a minimum grade of B to advance to the next level.
May be repeated for credit.
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DANC 2500 - Jazz Dance Technique, Level II
1 hour (1;3)
Continuation of DANC 1500 . Study includes more complex vocabulary, longer movement combinations and more attention to technique and development of jazz dance style.
Prerequisite(s): Placement through proficiency exam.
May be repeated for credit.
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DANC 2710 - Tap Dance Technique, Level II
1 hour (1;3)
Continuation of DANC 1710 with an emphasis placed on performance of relatively more complex combinations of movement patterns and increased vocabulary. Attention to performing technically to include more intricate rhythm skills, projection, focus, spatial clarity and overall musicality.
Prerequisite(s): Placement through proficiency exam.
May be repeated for credit.
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DANC 2800 - Survey of Dance
3 hours
Primitive to contemporary dance both as a reflection of cultures and societies and as a performing and participatory art form.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Core Category: Creative Arts
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DANC 2900 - Special Problems
3 hours
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the department.
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DANC 2910 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the department.
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DANC 2996 - Honors College Mentored Research Experience
3 hours
Research experience conducted by a freshman or sophomore honors student under the supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Honors College; freshman or sophomore class status; consent of Honors College dean.
May only be taken once for Honors College credit.
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DANC 3050 - Dance Kinesiology
3 hours
Study of the science of movement as it relates to the specific needs of the dancer. Emphasis placed on kinesiological studies within the dance technique class for greater understanding of developing strength, flexibility, balance and endurance as they apply to the mechanics of movement vocabulary in dance. Special attention is given to injury prevention.
Prerequisite(s): Students must have upper division status.
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DANC 3080 - Principles and Techniques of Dance Performance
3 hours
Study of principles and techniques of dance performance through practical application of performing skills. In-depth work in body awareness, development of mental discipline and understanding the psychological aspects involved in non-verbal communication. Experience in working with a choreographer and performing in both laboratory and concert settings. Three-hour weekly lecture and movement plus a minimum of 60 clock hours in a movement laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 2250 , DANC 3050 .
Corequisite(s): DANC 2400 , DANC 3400 or DANC 4400 .
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DANC 3250 - Choreography III
3 hours
Development of principles and theories involved in composition. Emphasis placed on movement principles. Group and structural forms. Three hours weekly of lecture and movement plus a minimum of 60 clock hours in a movement laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 1250 , DANC 2250 .
Corequisite(s): DANC 2400 , DANC 3400 or DANC 4400 .
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DANC 3400 - Modern Dance Technique, Level III
3 hours (1;3)
Continued development of movement vocabulary with emphasis on processing increasingly complex material. Self-analysis of strengths and weaknesses.
Prerequisite(s): Placement through proficiency exam and by faculty. Students register for DANC 3400 in the fall and spring semesters of one academic year. At the end of the spring semester, students are assigned to the appropriate technique level by faculty recommendation. Students must complete each semester with a minimum grade of B to advance to the next level.
May be repeated for credit.
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DANC 3410 - Ballet Technique, Level III
3 hours (1;3)
Greater emphasis on expressive performance of classical ballet. Development of greater physical strength, stamina and flexibility. Introduction to pointe work, partnering and more complex movement vocabulary.
Prerequisite(s): Placement through proficiency exam and by faculty. Students register for DANC 3410 in the fall and spring semesters of one academic year. At the end of the spring semester, students are assigned to the appropriate technique level by faculty recommendation. Students must complete each semester with a minimum grade of B to advance to the next level.
May be repeated for credit.
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DANC 3617 - African Music and Movement
1 hour (2.5;0)
Study of selected African drum music and development of related traditional movement skills through studio experience. Movements are compared and contrasted with various African and social uses, and artistic and educational values.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Same as MUET 3617 .
May be repeated for credit.
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DANC 3800 - History of Concert Dance in the U.S.: 1900–Present
3 hours
Historical study of modern dance and ballet on stage from 1900 to the present with an emphasis on dance in the United States. Examination of the evolution of these two concert dance forms through the lives of choreographers; the historical, political, social and cultural context of significant pieces of choreography; and the aesthetic movements and themes represented by specific dances through time. Skills needed to “read” context, meaning and metaphor in dance are enhanced to a higher level of depth and insight. Learning in this course occurs through multiple forms of intelligence and varied modes of communication.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 1250 , DANC 2800 .
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DANC 3996 - Honors College Mentored Research Experience
3 hours
Research experience conducted by an honors student with at least junior standing under the supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Honors College; at least junior class status; consent of Honors College dean.
May only be taken once for Honors College credit.
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DANC 4046 - Dance and Technology
3 hours (3;3)
Introductory survey of digital media, designed for the basic use of multimedia as it relates to dance creation, education, production and research. Laboratory experience is emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 2250 .
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DANC 4050 - Dance Performance and Production Lab
1 hour (0;3)
Advanced laboratory course giving credit to students who have completed at least two terms/semesters of DANC 1050 or its equivalent. Includes experiences in rehearsal and performance of dance as an art form. The course is fourfold in content, including auditions, studio rehearsals, technical and dress rehearsals, and performances. Students planning to audition for a dance performance in the Department of Dance and Theatre must be enrolled in a performance lab. Students are provided opportunity to seek leadership roles in the audition process, serve as rehearsal assistant to choreographers, and assist in organization of auditions and rehearsals.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 1050 or equivalent.
Corequisite(s): a DANC technique course.
May be repeated for credit.
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DANC 4070 - Dance Pedagogy: The Teacher Prepares
3 hours
Instructional strategies and responsibilities common to the teaching of dance and conducting rehearsals for children through preprofessional levels.
Prerequisite(s): Students must be within the final two semesters of completing major or by consent of department.
Corequisite(s): DANC 3400 or DANC 4400 .
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DANC 4095 - Stage Production II
1 hour (1;3)
Advanced study of the principles and practices governing the presentation of stage productions. Students manage or serve as crew heads for front-of-house, backstage, and costume and makeup operations for theatrical productions. Opportunity to seek independent solutions to management or technical problems when qualified. One-hour weekly lecture plus at least 45 clock-hours per term/semester in a production laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): 3 hours of DANC 1095, or the equivalent, or permission of the department.
Same as THEA 4095 .
May be repeated for credit. DANC majors are required to have at least 1 hour each in front-of-house, backstage, or costume and makeup production activities, or the equivalent, for graduation.
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DANC 4400 - Modern Dance Technique, Level IV
3 hours (1;3)
Continuation of DANC 3400 . For the highly accomplished modern dancer giving emphasis to preprofessional training. Introducing more complex work in contemporary styles.
Prerequisite(s): Placement through proficiency exam and by faculty. Students register for DANC 4400 in the fall and spring semesters of one academic year. At the end of the spring semester, students are assigned to the appropriate technique level by faculty recommendation. Students must complete each semester with a minimum grade of B to advance to the next level.
May be repeated for credit.
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DANC 4410 - Ballet Technique, Level IV
3 hours (1;3)
Continuation of DANC 3410 . For the serious ballet dancer with emphasis on preprofessional preparation. Introducing more complex elements of petit allegro, grande allegro, classical and contemporary ballet repertory.
Prerequisite(s): Placement through proficiency exam and by faculty. Students register for DANC 4410 in the fall and spring semesters of one academic year. At the end of the spring semester, students are assigned to the appropriate technique level by faculty recommendation. Students must complete each semester with a minimum grade of B to advance to the next level.
May be repeated for credit.
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DANC 4630 - Laban Studies
3 hours
Based on the theories of Laban Movement Analysis, an advanced study of expressive relationships between the inner intent to move, a responding action, and the ways bodies shape to create the action in and through space. Provides a comprehensive vocabulary within an analytic framework for the description of movement and its application to choreography and performance. Facilitates acuity in observing and assessing movement patterns and choices.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 2250 .
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DANC 4650 - Senior Project
3 hours (3;4)
Individualized dance project with selected faculty member. Includes specialized study in, but not limited to, areas such as choreography, creative research, therapy, dance science, examination of pedagogical or administrative issues. Serves as the capstone course for the BA and BFA degrees in dance.
Prerequisite(s): Depending upon the final area of specialization, the selected 9 hours of prerequisites must be approved by the student’s academic advisor in the Department of Dance and Theatre.
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DANC 4700 - Composer/Choreographer Collaboration
3 hours (3;3)
Interdisciplinary, experiential exploration of collaboration between musician/composers and dancer/choreographers, which provides a framework for the creation of new music/dance collaborative projects. Exploration of music/dance collaboration historically.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 3250 or consent of department. For music–consent of department.
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DANC 4800 - Studies in Dance
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): None.
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DANC 4900 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): None.
Problems must be approved by the department chair.
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DANC 4910 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): None.
Problems must be approved by the department chair.
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DANC 4951 - Honors College Capstone Thesis
3 hours
Major research project prepared by the student under the supervision of a faculty member and presented in standard thesis format. An oral defense is required of each student for successful completion of the thesis.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least 6 hours in honors courses; completion of at least 12 hours in the major department in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the department chair and the dean of the school or college in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the dean of the Honors College.
May be substituted for HNRS 4000 . Course may be taken only once for Honors College credit.
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DSCI 2710 - Data Analysis with Spreadsheets
3 hours
Collection, description and analysis of numerical data. Data presentation, tables, charts and graphs, descriptive statistics, analysis of time series and index numbers, sampling techniques and distributions, estimation, confidence intervals, with applications in quality control and productivity.
Prerequisite(s): Must have completed two years of high school algebra and one year of geometry and be eligible for college level math course.
Core Category: Mathematics
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DSCI 2870 - Basic Operations Research
3 hours
Quantitative methods of analyzing business problems; survey of cost, volume and profit analysis; inventory and production models, and linear programming; game theory; network analysis.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of mathematics requirement.
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DSCI 2996 - Honors College Mentored Research Experience
3 hours
Research experience conducted by a freshman or sophomore honors student under the supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Honors College; freshman or sophomore class status; consent of the Honors College dean.
May only be taken once for Honors College credit.
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DSCI 3710 - Business Statistics with Spreadsheets
3 hours
Statistical inference for means and proportions, analysis of variance, correlation, simple and multiple regression. Extensive use of cases and spreadsheets.
Prerequisite(s): DSCI 2710 with a grade of C or better.
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DSCI 3870 - Management Science
3 hours
Introduction to operations research for business decision making. Spreadsheet methods are used to evaluate the following: deterministic models; allocation problems, linear programming, sequencing and scheduling, and network models.
Prerequisite(s): ECON 1100 , ECON 1110 , MATH 1100 . DSCI 2710 or consent of instructor; ACCT 2010 and ACCT 2020 with grades of C or better; MATH 1190 or equivalent.
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