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ASTU 4133 - Weaving III
3 hours (0;6)
Developing additional competence in special areas.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 4132 .
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ASTU 4142 - Surface Design II
3 hours (0;6)
Developing additional competence in special areas.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 3141 .
Corequisite(s): ASTU 4010 .
For all students seeking a major in the College of Visual Arts and Design, a grade of C or above must be earned in every art-based course required in the College of Visual Arts and Design–completed in residence or transferred to UNT–to be considered for credit toward a CVAD degree. A grade of D or below will not satisfy any art-based course requirements, electives or prerequisites.
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ASTU 4143 - Surface Design III
3 hours (0;6)
Developing additional competence in special areas.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 4142 .
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ASTU 4150 - Advanced Metalsmithing & Jewelry Studio I
3 hours (0;6)
Developing additional competence in special areas.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of two 3000-level metalsmithing and jewelry classes. Must pass mid-point review to enter ASTU 4150.
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ASTU 4151 - Advanced Metalsmithing & Jewelry Studio II
3 hours (0;6)
Continued development of additional competencies in specialized areas.
Prerequisite(s): none
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ASTU 4152 - Advanced Metalsmithing & Jewelry Studio III
3 hours (0;6)
Continued development of additional competencies in specialized areas.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 4151 .
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ASTU 4210 - Advanced Painting Studio I
3 hours (0;6)
Developing additional competence in special areas.
Prerequisite(s): Advanced standing and consent of instructor; AEAH 4812 or AEAH 4813 ; ASTU 3200 ; 3 hours from ASTU 3212 or ASTU 3220 . Students must have passed intermediate review in painting.
Corequisite(s): ASTU 4010 .
For all students seeking a major in the College of Visual Arts and Design, a grade of C or above must be earned in every art-based course required in the College of Visual Arts and Design–completed in residence or transferred to UNT–to be considered for credit toward a CVAD degree. A grade of D or below will not satisfy any art-based course requirements, electives or prerequisites.
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ASTU 4212 - Advanced Painting Studio II
3 hours (0;6)
Developing additional competence in special areas.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 4210 . Students must have passed the intermediate review in painting.
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ASTU 4215 - Advanced Drawing Studio I
3 hours (0;6)
Develop additional competence in special areas.
Prerequisite(s): Advanced standing and consent of instructor; AEAH 4812 or AEAH 4813 ; ASTU 3200 3 hours from ASTU 3212 or ASTU 3220 . Students must have passed intermediate review in painting.
Corequisite(s): ASTU 4010 .
For all students seeking a major in the College of Visual Arts and Design, a grade of C or above must be earned in every art-based course required in the College of Visual Arts and Design–completed in residence or transferred to UNT–to be considered for credit toward a CVAD degree. A grade of D or below will not satisfy any art-based course requirements, electives or prerequisites.
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ASTU 4217 - Advanced Drawing Studio II
3 hours (0;6)
Developing additional competence in special areas.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 4215 . Students must have passed intermediate review in painting.
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ASTU 4220 - Figure Painting Studio
3 hours (0;6)
Developing additional competence in special areas.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 3212 ; AEAH 4812 or AEAH 4813 ; students must have passed intermediate review in painting.
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ASTU 4230 - Hybrid Forms
3 hours (2;4)
Developing additional competence in special areas.
Prerequisite(s): Students must have passed 3000-level courses in their studio art concentrations.
May be repeated for credit.
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ASTU 4250 - Photography Studio
3 hours (2;4)
Developing additional competence in special areas.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 3250 . Advanced standing and consent of instructor. Must have passed the mid-point review.
May be repeated for credit.
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ASTU 4260 - Photography and the Web
3 hours (2;4)
Exploration of current conceptual shifts in photography in the context of web technology. Introduces a diverse set of tools to facilitate engagement with web technology. Focus on empowering artists to use web technology in their creative and professional practice.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 2250 , ASTU 2255 , ASTU 3250 . Selection into the photography program through the mid-point review process.
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ASTU 4270 - Alternative Photographic Processes
3 hours (2;4)
Alternate processes in photography with emphasis on hand applied, non-silver photographic emulsions.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 2250 , ASTU 2255 , ASTU 3250 . Selection into the photography program via the mid-point review.
Not offered every term/semester.
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ASTU 4280 - Photography: Advanced Lighting Techniques
3 hours (2;4)
Photographic lighting procedures and studio techniques. Completion of a portfolio of images is required.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 2250 , ASTU 2255 . Passing mid-point portfolio review.
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ASTU 4290 - Topics in Photography
3 hours (2;4)
Advanced and comprehensive exploration of selected topics and projects in photography.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 2250 , ASTU 2255 , ASTU 3250 . Selection into the photography program through the mid-point review process.
May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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ASTU 4300 - Printmaking Studio
3 hours (0;6)
Developing additional competence in special areas.
Prerequisite(s): Must be a printmaking major, eligible for 4000-level printmaking courses.
Corequisite(s): ASTU 4010 .
May be repeated for credit.
For all students seeking a major in the College of Visual Arts and Design, a grade of C or above must be earned in every art-based course required in the College of Visual Arts and Design–completed in residence or transferred to UNT–to be considered for credit toward a CVAD degree. A grade of D or below will not satisfy any art-based course requirements, electives or prerequisites.
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ASTU 4301 - Undergraduate Works on Paper
3 hours (0;6)
Undergraduate level artworks on/of paper employing processes previously developed in a selected area of competency. Exploring larger contexts of works on paper as related to drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, collage, sculpture, etc. within the context of a professional studio art practice.
Prerequisite(s): Completed 3 hours of any of the following courses: ASTU 3200 , ASTU 3250 , ASTU 3305 , ASTU 3310 , ASTU 3315 , ASTU 3320 , ASTU 3330 , ASTU 3340 , or consent of instructor.
May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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ASTU 4302 - Undergraduate Printmaking Remote Research
3 hours (0;6)
Undergraduate level experiences at a pre-approved printmaking workshop or other pre-approved substantial printmaking experience. Formalizes the off-campus opportunity into a series of projects that focus on demonstrating new technical skills, presenting awareness of contemporary practices, documentation of professional development, and participating in professional networking opportunities.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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ASTU 4305 - Advanced Artist’s Bookmaking
3 hours (2;4)
Advanced application of the concepts and techniques of bookmaking to create sequential works of art. Emphasis on developing ideas, materials, presentation and basic bookbinding techniques in one-of-a-kind and multiple books.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 3305 .
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ASTU 4310 - Printmaking: Advanced Etching
3 hours (2;4)
Exploration of concepts and techniques of intaglio printmaking, including classic and experimental techniques.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 3310 . Selection into the printmaking program through the mid-point review process.
May be repeated for credit.
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ASTU 4315 - Printmaking: Advanced Monotype
3 hours (2;4)
Advanced exploration of concepts and techniques of monotype printmaking. Classical and experimental techniques are used with special emphasis on seriality and the multiple.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 3315 .
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ASTU 4320 - Printmaking: Advanced Screen Printing
3 hours (2;4)
Exploration of concepts and techniques of water-based screen printing, including hand-drawn, photographic and experimental techniques.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 3320 . Selection into the printmaking program through the mid-point review process.
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ASTU 4330 - Printmaking: Advanced Lithography
3 hours (2;4)
Exploration of concepts and techniques of lithography, including classical and experimental techniques.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 3330 . Selection into the printmaking program through the mid-point review process.
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ASTU 4340 - Printmaking: Advanced Relief Printmaking
3 hours (2;4)
Exploration of concepts and techniques of relief printmaking. Classical and experimental techniques are used with special emphasis on seriality and the multiple.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 3340 . Selection into the printmaking program through the mid-point review process.
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ASTU 4350 - Advanced Sculpture Studio
3 hours (0;6)
Developing additional competence in special areas.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 3350 .
May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 12 hours.
For all students seeking a major in the College of Visual Arts and Design, a grade of C or above must be earned in every art-based course required in the College of Visual Arts and Design–completed in residence or transferred to UNT–to be considered for credit toward a CVAD degree. A grade of D or below will not satisfy any art-based course requirements, electives or prerequisites.
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ASTU 4351 - Advanced Sculpture Studio I
3 hours (0;6)
Developing additional competence in special areas.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 3350 .
Corequisite(s): ASTU 4010 .
May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 12 hours.
For all students seeking a major in the College of Visual Arts and Design, a grade of C or above must be earned in every art-based course required in the College of Visual Arts and Design—completed in residence or transferred to UNT—to be considered for credit toward a CVAD degree. A grade of D or below will not satisfy any art-based course requirements, electives or prerequisites.
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ASTU 4352 - Advanced Sculpture Studio II
3 hours (0;6)
Developing additional competence in special areas.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 3350 .
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ASTU 4353 - Advanced Sculpture Studio III
3 hours (0;6)
Developing additional competence in special areas.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 3350 .
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ASTU 4417 - Advanced Watercolor Studio
3 hours (0;6)
Developing additional competence in special areas.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 3200 ; AEAH 4812 or AEAH 4813 ; 3 hours from ASTU 3417 and 3 hours from ASTU 3427 or ASTU 3437 . Students must have passed mid-point review in watercolor.
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ASTU 4450 - Topics in New Media Art
3 hours (0;6)
Advanced new media art topics course designed to explore variable concepts and processes in new media art making.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 3460 ; or consent of instructor.
Corequisite(s): ASTU 4010 .
For all students seeking a major in the College of Visual Arts and Design, a grade of C or above must be earned in every art-based course required in the College of Visual Arts and Design–completed in residence or transferred to UNT–to be considered for credit toward a CVAD degree. A grade of D or below will not satisfy any art-based course requirements, electives or prerequisites.
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ASTU 4460 - Advanced New Media Art
3 hours (0;6)
Students in this repeatable studio course execute an advanced media-based project or series for exhibition. Students conceive project concepts independently or collaboratively, working in a self-directed, autonomous manner. Topics may include artgames, performance, animation, sculpture, video, interactive art, conceptual art, new media art and installation. Students have access to the full range of new media program facilities, software and equipment. Artistic voice is emphasized over technical skills. Exit review takes place during second enrollment of course.
Prerequisite(s): ASTU 3460 .
Corequisite(s): ASTU 4010 .
For all students seeking a major in the College of Visual Arts and Design, a grade of C or above must be earned in every art-based course required in the College of Visual Arts and Design–completed in residence or transferred to UNT–to be considered for credit toward a CVAD degree. A grade of D or below will not satisfy any art-based course requirements, electives or prerequisites.
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TNTX 1100 - Secondary Teacher Preparation I: Inquiry Approaches to Teaching
1 hour (1;0;1)
Introduction to mathematics, computer sciences and science teaching as a career. Discussions include standards-based lesson design and various teaching and behavior management strategies. Fieldwork consists of planning and teaching three inquiry-based lessons to students in grades 3–5 in local elementary schools.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teach North Texas Program; see the Teach North Texas advisor for details.
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TNTX 1200 - Secondary Teacher Education Preparation II: Inquiry-Based Lesson Design
2 hours (2;0;1)
Topics may include routes to teacher certification in mathematics, computer sciences and science teaching; various teaching methods designed to meet instructional goals; learner outcomes. Students develop and teach three inquiry-based lessons in the field in a middle school and participate in peer coaching.
Prerequisite(s): TNTX 1100 or consent of Teach North Texas advisor.
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TNTX 1300 - Secondary Teacher Education Preparation I and II: Inquiry-Based Lessons
3 hours (3;0;1)
One-semester introduction (equivalent to TNTX 1100 and TNTX 1200 ) to mathematics, computer science and science teaching as a career. Discussions include standards-based lesson design and various teaching and behavior management strategies. Topics may include various teaching methods designed to meet instructional goals and learner outcomes. Students develop and teach three inquiry-based lessons in their field in a middle school and participate in peer coaching.
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing and consent of the Teach North Texas advisor. Students may not enroll in TNTX 1300 if they have completed TNTX 1100 and/or TNTX 1200 .
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TNTX 3100 - Conceptual Algebra and Geometry
3 hours
Patterns, relationships, proportional reasoning, linear modeling, polynomials, exponential modeling, quadratic modeling, systems of equations, surface area, volume, and the Pythagorean Theorem. Emphasizes hands-on learning and technology and provides content knowledge in mathematics in grades 8–12.
Prerequisite(s): TNTX 1200 , or TNTX 1300 , and EDCI 3500 (may be taken concurrently), and MATH 1650 .
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TNTX 3200 - Science Laboratory Instruction and Design
3 hours
Laboratory and field safety, lab management, lab design, and use of modern technology in middle and high school laboratories.
Prerequisite(s): TNTX 1200 or TNTX 1300 , and EDCI 3500 (may be taken concurrently).
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TNTX 4900 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): TNTX 1100 and TNTX 1200 (or TNTX 1300 ), and consent of department.
May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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TNTX 4910 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): TNTX 1100 and TNTX 1200 (or TNTX 1300 ), and consent of department.
May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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TNTX 4930 - Selected Topics in Mathematics and Science Teaching
3 hours
Topics of current interest, which vary from year to year.
Prerequisite(s): TNTX 1100 and TNTX 1200 (or TNTX 1300 ), and consent of department.
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TECM 1200 - Developmental Writing
3 hours
Fulfills TSI requirements for students who have not passed the writing portion of the Texas Higher Education Assessment with a score of 7 prior to enrolling in the university or who are not otherwise exempt. Covers sentence formation and skills needed for argumentation and exposition. Emphasizes audience, purpose and occasion.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Students must complete the requirements of the course with a grade of C or better in order to meet the prerequisite for ENGL 1310 . Does not apply to degree.
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TECM 1500 - New Media for Your College Career
3 hours
Discovering how new media, including blogs, wikis, Facebook, Twitter, and Second Life, have evolved into useful forms of communication to help learning as a college student.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Core Category: Component Area Option
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TECM 1700 - Introduction to Professional, Science, and Technical Writing
3 hours
A process-oriented introduction to writing, especially for science, pre-engineering and business students. Focuses on understanding the writing situation and provides students the opportunity to practice writing in response to professional, science and technical situations.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Core Category: Communication (English Composition and Rhetoric)
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TECM 2700 - Technical Writing (ENGL 2311)
3 hours
Expository writing, especially for science, pre-engineering and business students.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1310 or TECM 1700 .
May be substituted for ENGL 1320 in some programs; students should consult advisors in their majors.
Core Category: Communication (English Composition and Rhetoric)
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TECM 2702 - Technical Writing for International Students
3 hours
Expository writing, especially for science, pre-engineering and business students.
Prerequisite(s): LING 1312 or the equivalent.
May be substituted for ENGL 1320 in some programs by international students only; students should consult advisors in their major.
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TECM 2800 - The Profession of Technical Communication
3 hours
Provides a foundation for understanding technical communication as a profession. Focuses on the competencies required for information product creation; the tools used by technical communication professionals; collaboration techniques for effective team-based projects; and professional development through interaction with industry professionals.
Prerequisite(s): TECM 2700 (may be taken concurrently).
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TECM 3000 - Teaching Technical Communication in the High School
3 hours
Prepares students to teach technical communication in high schools. Emphasizes the writing and teaching of the major genres of technical communication: correspondence, resumes, reports, proposals and instructions.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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TECM 3100 - Visual Technical Communication
3 hours (3;1)
Learning and applying theoretically-driven strategies for producing commercial publications for high-tech industries. Designing visual information using industry-standard software.
Prerequisite(s): TECM 2700 ; TECM 2800 ; Professional and Technical Communication major status, or consent of department.
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TECM 3200 - Information Design for Electronic Media
3 hours (3;1)
Focuses on the fundamentals of web design and explores the practical and theoretical issues that professional and technical communicators face as they manage and distribute the content they create.
Prerequisite(s): TECM 2700 ; TECM 2800 ; Professional and Technical Communication major status, or consent of the department.
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TECM 3500 - Digital Media for Professional Communication
3 hours
Combines theory and hands-on experience to focus on how a variety of emerging technologies, including mobile and social media, are used in professional settings.
Prerequisite(s): TECM 2700 .
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TECM 3550 - Content Strategy in Technical Communication
3 hours
Introduction to the theories and methodologies associated with content strategy for online media in professional communication settings. Covers how technical communicators can use social media in their work and how professional communicators can plan, organize and develop online content.
Prerequisite(s): TECM 2700 .
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TECM 4100 - Proposal Writing
3 hours
Provides a foundation in proposal writing. Focuses on each component of the proposal writing process: identifying appropriate revenue streams, developing fundable themes, writing specific work plans and budgets, and understanding the review process.
Prerequisite(s): TECM 2700 ; TECM 2800 .
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TECM 4180 - Advanced Technical Communication
3 hours
Practical application of technical communication style, conventions, genre, and technologies in industry, business and the sciences.
Prerequisite(s): TECM 2700 .
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TECM 4190 - Technical Editing
3 hours
Focuses on the techniques for editing technical documents, including proofreading; copyediting; and comprehensive editing for audience, content, organization, style, and design.
Prerequisite(s): TECM 2700 ; TECM 2800 .
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TECM 4200 - Research Methods for the Practitioner
3 hours
Explores the research tasks that professional and technical communicators face in real-world situations and, in some cases, work with a real-world client to investigate a research question. Explores the relationship between theory and research and learning how to design and carry out empirical studies using both quantitative and qualitative methods.
Prerequisite(s): TECM 2700 .
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TECM 4250 - Writing Technical Procedures and Manuals
3 hours
Application of the principles of technical style to the writing of technical procedures and manuals. Intensive practice in writing technical procedures and manuals.
Prerequisite(s): TECM 2700 .
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TECM 4300 - Usability and User Experience in Technical Communication
3 hours
Introduction to the theories and methodologies associated with assessing and measuring the usability and user experience of documents, software, web sites, mobile applications and other technical or professional interfaces. Methods may include card sorting, think aloud protocol, interviews, observations, cognitive walkthroughs, task analysis, heuristic evaluations and eye tracking, among others.
Prerequisite(s): TECM 2700 ; TECM 2800 ; Professional and Technical Communication major, or consent of department.
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TECM 4400 - Advanced Information Design in Technical Communication
3 hours
Introduction to web application development as it pertains to technical communication. Develop interactive procedural content using a variety of markup and programming languages. Introduction to theory and practice of information design to create visual and multimedia versions of their web content.
Prerequisite(s): TECM 3200 .
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TECM 4500 - Content Analysis in Technical Communication
3 hours
Covers the systematic, objective, and quantitative analysis of message characteristics with a professional communication focus. Explores various approaches to analyzing content, including computer-aided, human-coded, and sentiment analysis.
Prerequisite(s): TECM 2700 ; TECM 2800 ; Professional and Technical Communication major status or consent of department.
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TECM 4700 - Writing in the Sciences
3 hours
Intensive investigation of the genres of writing in the sciences. Applying appropriate structures for reporting general information and specific data for a variety of scientific contexts.
Prerequisite(s): TECM 2700 .
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TECM 4900 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): None.
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TECM 4910 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): None.
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TECM 4920 - Cooperative Education in Technical Communication
3 hours
Supervised work in a job directly related to the student’s major, professional field of study or career objective.
Prerequisite(s): TECM 2700 ; consent of department.
May be repeated for credit.
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TECM 4950 - Senior Capstone Course
3 hours
Culmination of the BA in professional and technical communication. Create a capstone portfolio and then present it to the professional and technical communication faculty and industry professionals.
Prerequisite(s): Professional and Technical Communication major status with 90 or more semester credit hours only.
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TECM 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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THEA 1030 - Lighting and Sound I
3 hours (3;2)
Introduction to basic terminology, equipment, personnel and procedures for lighting and sound production in performing arts. Topics include introductions to lighting equipment, basic electricity, optics, color in light, sound equipment, acoustics, sound recording and playback, music and sound effects and safety considerations. Lecture and discussion. Application of concepts through practical exercises and lab hours.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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THEA 1043 - Costume I
3 hours (3;2)
Principles and practices governing the preparation of costumes for theatrical productions. Costume construction, basic materials, pattern making, work with special fabrics; introduction to design techniques. Practical application in laboratory and on crew assignments for theatrical productions.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Required for theatre majors.
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THEA 1046 - Stagecraft I (DRAM 1330)
3 hours (3;2)
Introduction to basic scenery construction, properties, general theatre safety and operations. Includes a practical laboratory working in the scene shop on department productions. Time and dates in the practical laboratory determined through consultation with instructor.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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THEA 1050 - Acting: Fundamentals (DRAM 1351)
3 hours (3;2)
Explores and applies basic principles of acting. Topics include terminology, scene and character analysis, the inner process, exercises and improvisation.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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THEA 1130 - Introduction to Creative Drama in the Elementary School
1 hour
Introduction to current philosophies, principles and techniques of creative drama in the elementary school. Emphasis on development of the individual child through use of dramatic play, improvisation and theatre games. Includes lecture, discussion, group facilitation, peer teaching and practical performance work.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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THEA 1280 - Stage Management I
3 hours (3;2)
Introduction to stage management pre-production, rehearsal and performance responsibilities and techniques. Lecture and discussion. Practical application of concepts through class exercises and lab hours.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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THEA 1340 - Aesthetics of the Theatre Throughout the World (DRAM 1310)
3 hours
Theory and practice of theatre art throughout the world. Appreciation of drama in both western and nonwestern cultures. Principles of dramatic criticism. Cultural and social significance of the theatre and its drama.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Core Category: Creative Arts
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THEA 1375 - The Actor and the Text
3 hours (3;2)
Principles and practices governing the craft of theatre performance relative to the content within the dramatic texts. Acting as a manifestation of historical and cultural ideals with emphasis on a developing appreciation for the literary masterpieces of world theatre.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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THEA 1440 - Play Analysis
3 hours
Principles and techniques governing the preparation of plays and other theatrical events for performance, design, direction and production. Contemporary systems of script analysis. Emphasis on theory and criticism of theatre arts.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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THEA 1700 - Theatrical Design I
3 hours
Introduction to principles and elements of design such as line, form, color composition, balance and symmetry, with specific focus related to costume, makeup, lighting and sound, properties, and scenery.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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THEA 1701 - Theatrical Design II
3 hours (3;2)
Advanced techniques for rendering, drawing and painting for scenic, costume and lighting designers. Pencil, ink and watercolor techniques for rendering architecture, scenery, costumes and lighting. Required for majors whose concentration is design/tech.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 1700 or consent of department.
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THEA 2051 - Theatre Voice I (DRAM 2336)
3 hours (3;2)
Principles and practices governing the use of the voice and speech for theatrical and filmic performances. Contemporary systems of vocal and speech preparation.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Required for theatre majors whose concentration is performance.
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THEA 2095 - Stage Production I (DRAM 1120)
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, lighting/sound, paints, properties and ushering, to gain an understanding of how each area supports an overall production.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Same as DANC 2095 .
May be repeated for credit.
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THEA 2340 - Theatre Appreciation
3 hours (3;2)
Study of the elements and production of the theatrical art form. Survey of theatre productions in and around the Dallas–Fort Worth region. Field trips.
Prerequisite(s): None.
May not be counted toward a major or minor in theatre. May be repeated for credit when the productions vary.
Core Category: Creative Arts
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THEA 2351 - Theatre Movement I (DRAM 1322)
3 hours (3;2)
Principles and practices governing the use of the actor’s body for theatrical and filmic performances. Emphasis on the dynamics and the therapeutic aspects of movement as a means of exploring and expressing thoughts or feelings, and on periods and styles of movement. Study of the theories and techniques of Rudolf von Laban. Coordinated performance with voice, body and musical accompaniment. Development of mime, pantomime and stage combat techniques.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Required for theatre majors whose concentration is performance.
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THEA 2360 - Repertory Theatre I
3 hours (1;4)
Principles and practices governing performance and technical activities in a professionally oriented summer repertory theatre.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Students may enroll four times for credit, but no more than 6 semester hours may be used toward a major in theatre and no more than 3 semester hours toward a minor in theatre.
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THEA 2380 - Theatrical Makeup (DRAM 1341)
3 hours (3;2)
Principles and practices governing the use of theatrical makeup in the performance of a play or in a film or television production. Practical application in laboratory and on crew assignments for theatrical productions.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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THEA 2900 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): None.
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THEA 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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THEA 3030 - World Theatre to 1700
3 hours
Intense investigation of major developments in theatre performance and dramatic literature from their beginnings to the mid-17th century, from Western and non-Western worlds. Emphasis on plays, playwrights, actors and other theatre artists in relation to society. Lecture, student presentations and a research project with a cross-cultural emphasis.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Core Category: Creative Arts
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THEA 3040 - World Theatre After 1700
3 hours
Intense investigation of major developments in theatre performance and dramatic literature from the mid-17th century to the 21st century, from Western and non-Western worlds. Emphasis on plays, playwrights, actors and other theatre artists in relation to society. Lecture, student presentations and a research project with a cross-cultural emphasis.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Core Category: Creative Arts
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THEA 3050 - Acting: Realism
3 hours (3;2)
Practical exploration of theories and methods of building a character. Utilization of numerous approaches including improvisation, emotional and sense memory, actions and objectives, character analysis, and the application of these techniques to text. Advanced script analysis and demonstration of acting proficiency required.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 1050 , THEA 2051 and THEA 2351 .
May be repeated for credit.
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THEA 3060 - Non-Western Theatre and Drama
3 hours
Selected studies in theatre forms and texts of the cultures of Japan, China, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, India, Africa and the Middle East. Advanced script and character analysis required. Lecture, student presentations and a research project.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 1440 .
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THEA 3070 - History of Theatrical Costume and Décor
3 hours
Historical survey of clothing, architecture, furniture, and decorative styles as they pertain to theatrical production.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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THEA 3095 - Stage Production II
1 hour (1;3)
Intermediate study of the 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, lighting/sound, paints, properties and ushering, to gain an understanding of how each area supports an overall production.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 2095 .
May be repeated for credit.
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THEA 3100 - Directing I
3 hours (3;2)
Directing theatrical productions. Analysis of play and film scripts, composition and movement, business and pantomime, coaching the actor, production staff development and management, rehearsal techniques. Written examination on a selected bibliography about theatrical directing.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 1050 , THEA 1440 , THEA 2051 , THEA 2351 , THEA 3030 , THEA 3050 and junior or senior standing.
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THEA 3130 - Lighting II
3 hours (3;2)
Intermediate techniques for theatrical lighting, stage instrumentation and circuitry. Intensive practical experience in laboratory and production assignments.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 1030 or consent of department.
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THEA 3140 - Acting: Styles and Periods
3 hours (3;2)
Application of characterization techniques to period styles, including physical farce, comedy of manners, absurdism and dark comedy. Demonstration of acting proficiency. Written examination on a selected bibliography about acting.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 1050 , THEA 1440 , THEA 2051 , THEA 2351 , THEA 3030 , and THEA 3050 .
May be repeated for credit.
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THEA 3143 - Costume II
3 hours (3;2)
Intermediate construction techniques for theatrical costuming. Intensive practical experience in advanced laboratory and production assignments.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 1043 or consent of department.
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THEA 3146 - Stagecraft II
3 hours (3;2)
Intermediate study of scenery and properties construction and drafting.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 1046 or consent of department.
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THEA 3280 - Stage Management II
3 hours (3;2)
Advanced training for the organization and management of theatrical productions and companies. Practical application in laboratory and production management assignments.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 1280 or consent of department.
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THEA 3351 - Theatre Movement II
3 hours (3;2)
Advanced study of movement techniques for the classical and nonrealistic theatre. Emphasis on movement vocabulary and intense physical training in relaxation, alignment, conditioning and stage presence. Application to characterization and performance.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 2351 .
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THEA 3400 - Theatre for Young Audiences
3 hours (3;1)
Recognition and examination of the history and philosophy, production and performance of theatre for young audiences. Through focused inquiry, work on the practical problems that arise in the selection and performance of dramatic texts, original collective creations and adaptation of selected literature. Emphasis on connecting artistic practices and trends in educational theatre to theories of child/adolescent development. Course designed for those who advocate theatre as a stimulus for learning, whether they are specializing in classroom teaching or seeking careers in professional theatre. Class activities may take place on site in a school or at a theater.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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