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CSCI 584 - Scientific Visualization
Introduction to the computer display of scientific datasets. Topics include visualizing 2D and 3D scalar and vector fields, visualizing nonlinear relationships, and user interface design.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSCI 480 or equivalent
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSCI 585 - Image Processing
Digital image fundamentals, image transforms, image enhancements, image restoration, image encoding, representation and description, color image processing, morphological operations.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSCI 480.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSCI 590 - Graduate Seminar
Students are expected to present and discuss state-of-the-art computer science research papers in various topics. All graduate students must present their MS research in this class before graduation. External speakers may be invited. The objectives are to expose students to a wide range of state-of-the-art research topics and to provide opportunities for students to share research experiences. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Graduate student status.
Credits: 1
Grade Mode: S/U
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CSCI 601 - Area of Specialization Research Experience I
Work on ongoing research project. Credit given when CS 601, 602 and 603 completed. S/U grading.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: S/U
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CSCI 602 - Area of Specialization Research Experience II
Work on ongoing research project. Credit given when CS 601, 602 and 603 completed. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSCI 601
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: S/U
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CSCI 603 - Area of Specialization Research Experience III
Work on ongoing research project. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSCI 601, CSCI 602
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: S/U
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CISS 247 - Computer Systems I
An overview of basic computer organization and design. Introduction to C programming. Topics covered include data representation, boolean algebra, machine language, instruction sets, processor architecture, multi-processors, system-level I/O, pipelining, and the memory hierarchy. Includes lab.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSCI 145
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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CISS 301 - Formal Languages and Functional Programming
Introduction to discrete structures important to computer science, including sets, trees, functions, and relations. Proof techniques. Introduction to the formal language classes and their machines, including regular languages and finite automata, context free languages and pushdown automata. Turing machines and computability will be introduced. Programming using a functional language is required in the implementation of concepts. Includes lab.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSCI 145
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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CISS 346 - Secure Software Development
Techniques, methodologies and processes for development of robust, secure software. Security development process, threat modeling, common software vulnerabilities, web site vulnerabilities, defensive coding practices, security testing.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CISS 247
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CISS 349 - Computer System Administration
A study of the tasks, tools and techniques involved in the configuration and administration of heterogeneous networks of Windows and UNIX/Linux computers, with particular emphasis on system hardening, protection against attack, system monitoring and recovery.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CISS 247
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CISS 360 - Operating System Concepts
A study of the principles and techniques employed in modern computer operating systems. The emphasis is on process and thread creation, management and scheduling; system calls; memory management, virtual memory and paging; file system implementation, input/output systems and device management.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CISS 247
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CISS 421 - Computer Forensics
Computer security incident response. Investigation of security breaches of computer network, identification of causes and vulnerabilities. Recovery of data from memory dumps. Recovery of damaged file systems.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CISS 461
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CISS 422 - Dynamic Analysis of Software
Tools and techniques for the investigation of suspect software by running it and watching its effect. Establishing a safe work environment, monitoring system behavior, network monitoring, file system monitoring, event reconstruction.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CISS 247
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CISS 423 - Software Reverse Engineering
Tools and techniques for the static analysis of software by disassembly of executable code. De-obfuscation and decoding techniques.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CISS 247
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CISS 461 - Computer Security
An overview of computer security and detailed study of the theoretical foundations and practical implementations of some aspects of security, including policy specification, the role of cryptography, policy implementation and assurance, security threats and counter-measures.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CISS 301
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CISS 464 - Penetration Testing
Tools and techniques for penetration testing of application software and computer systems, with the aim of identifying vulnerabilities for remedial action. Understanding common vulnerabilities, selection and trial of exploits, shellcode. Wireless penetration techniques.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CISS 461
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CISS 469 - Advanced Network System Security
Discussion of current topics security aspects of industrial control, SCADA systems, cloud computing, mobile devices.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CISS 360
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CISS 478 - Cryptographic Techniques
A study of the cryptographic techniques and tools commonly used in support of security for computer systems and networks.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CISS 301
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CISS 495 - Computer Security Project
A capstone team-based project to enable students to apply the skills and knowledge attained during the program to real, significant industry-based applications.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CISS 461
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 473 - Methods for Writing Assistants
Study and practice in theories and strategies for guiding writers, one-to-one or in groups, face-to-face or online. Repeatable to a maximum of 5 credits. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Selection as a Writing Center Assistant.
Credits: 1-3
Grade Mode: S/U
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CCE 501 - Introduction to Research in Education
Introduction to concepts and procedures of research in education. Interpreting research findings and critiquing research designs. Defining research questions and selecting appropriate methods. Introduction to research planning.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to Continuing and College Education program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 510 - Second Language Acquisition Theory for the Adult Learner of English
Content includes insights of modern linguistic and psychological theory into the process of second language learning, with special reference to the acquisition of English by adult speakers of other languages. Interaction with English language learners will guide a research component which identifies particular difficulties faced by the adult non-native speaker and how these challenges can be addressed.
Prerequisites & Notes:
TESL 401 recommended.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 518 - Current Issues in Education
Examination and discussion of several current and controversial issues in education. Repeatable with no maximum.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Graduate status or permission of instructor.
Credits: 1-5
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 521 - Methods and Materials for the Adult English Language Learner in Content Courses
Theoretical and practical concerns in designing and implementing content instruction for adult learners with intermediate proficiency in English. Students learn to scaffold content learning and English literacy within a communicative framework. Students demonstrate proficiency by developing an effectively-scaffolded unit plan and through a project informed by research and a weekly practicum component with adult English Language Learners in a classroom setting.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 542 - Classroom Management
Techniques for dealing with ethical, behavioral and motivational challenges experienced both inside and outside the classroom. Legal rights and responsibilities of students and faculty.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to community/technical college certification program or instructor permission.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 554 - Foundations of Continuing Education
Introductory seminar that provides an understanding of continuing education as a discipline and a field. Topics include: scope, structure, philosophy, history and current factors influencing practice.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Graduate status or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 556 - The Community College
History, objectives, organization and role of the public community college; special attention to the expanding system in the State of Washington.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 570 - Issues in Adult Literacy
Overview of the context in which adult literacy educators operate. Topics include politics of literacy, workplace and family literacy, federal and state policies, local literacy program designs and issues.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 571 - Curriculum Development and Assessment
Students will analyze and apply models of curriculum development and assessment.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Graduate status or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 572 - Continuing Professional Development
Provides an overview of continuing education programs for professionals, the role of the provider and current issues and research in the field.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 574 - Experiential Learning: Theory to Practice
Designed to provide theory and practice in the use of educational strategies that enhance the learner’s ability to translate research into usable knowledge.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 576 - Leadership and Management of Educational Programs
A study of contemporary theories of leadership and their application in private, public and nonprofit agencies.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Graduate status or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 577 - Learning in Adulthood
Study of the ways adults learn and the factors related to their motivation, participation and achievement. Application of theory to practice.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Graduate status or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 578 - Program Planning
Program planning for all types of institutionalized adult education settings, including both private and public organizations, in-service education, etc. Case studies utilized.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Graduate status or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 579 - Power in Organizations
Study the sources of power in organizations, power acquisition and various kinds of power. Examine alternatives to traditional views of power and bureaucracy.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Graduate status or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 580 - Effective Teaching
Study and practice in effective teaching strategies and assessment for post-secondary and continuing education settings. Special emphasis on facilitating student learning and applied classroom practice.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CCE 577 recommended prior to CCE 580
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 581 - Readings in Continuing and College Education
Supervised study focusing on selected topics in the following areas: adult education, student affairs, human resources development, human services. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor.
Credits: 2-5
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 582 - Theory and Practice of Transfer of Learning
Examination of variables needed in the program planning and training process to ensure transfer of learning occurs in the workplace.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to CCE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 583 - Training and Staff Development in Continuing Professional Education
Examination of approaches used for training and staff development and demonstrations of training techniques.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to CCE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 584 - Fund Development
A study of the practices of raising funds for educational programs and writing grants for projects.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to CCE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 585 - Organizational Change in Educational Settings
Exploration and application of various models for bringing about change in an organization and the development of visions and strategies for changes in training and staff development.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the CCE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 586 - Teaching in E-Learning and Hybrid Environments
Instructional strategies used with adult learners in online and face-to-face environments. Students will practice configuring and using an electronic course management system. Includes two teaching demonstrations.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CCE 571 or CCE 580 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 588 - Portfolio and Applied Research Proposal
In this course students complete capstone projects including a portfolio of works demonstrating proficiency in CCE learning outcomes and a research proposal. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CCE 501; student (a) must be in final quarter of classes excluding thesis/field project and (b) must receive approval of program advisor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: S/U
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CCE 590 - Global Perspectives in Education
An examination of how cultural, political, social, and economic factors impact education from a global perspective compared to the factors impacting education in North America.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Graduate status or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CCE 592 - Field Experience
Field-based project in an aspect of continuing education or community college education to enhance theory/practice integration, such as, teaching, training, leadership, project management, curriculum development, distance education design. Repeatable to a maximum of 8 credits under advisement. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Graduate status or permission of instructor.
Credits: 2-6
Grade Mode: S/U
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CCE 690 - Thesis
Research study under the direction of a faculty committee. Repeatable to a maximum of 9 credits. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Advancement to candidacy; graduate committee approval.
Credits: 1-9
Grade Mode: S/U
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CCE 691 - Research Seminar
Graduate research under the direction of program adviser/committee. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Graduate committee or program advisor approval.
Credits: 1-6
Grade Mode: S/U
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DNC 100 - Mod-Hop I
Entry level technique class that is a fusion of contemporary dance styles, including hip-hop, African jazz and modern dance. Emphasis on rhythm, conditioning, isolation and individuality. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits. S/U grading.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: S/U
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DNC 101 - Open Ballet
No dance experience required. Basic principles of the ballet as an artistic and physical medium. Introduction to ballet terminology, basic barre exercises, simple combinations in adagio and allegro. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits. S/U grading.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: S/U
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DNC 102 - Open Modern Dance
No dance experienced required. The study of the basic principles of movement: space, time and effort. Emphasis on alignment and range of motion, creative movement and an appreciation of dance as an art form. Open to non-minors. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits. S/U grading.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: S/U
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DNC 108 - Introduction to the Fine Arts: the Classics
This course focuses on those artists whose greatness has withstood the test of time, in Art, Dance, Music and Theatre. Guest lecturers, readings, discussions and reflective papers will explore connective threads of those individual artists who have made extraordinary contributions to society and culture.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: HUM
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DNC 111 - Ballet I - Level 1
Introduction to the basic principles of the ballet as an artistic and physical medium. Emphasis on French terminology, basic barre exercises, simple combinations in adagio and allegro. Open to non-majors. Repeatable to a maximum of 4 credits.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 112 - Ballet I - Level 2
Builds on principles introduced in DNC 111, including the basic principle of the ballet as an artistic and physical medium. Emphasis on French terminology, basic barre exercises, simple combinations in adagio and allegro. Open to non-majors. Repeatable to a maximum of 4 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor or DNC 111
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 113 - Ballet I - Level 3
Builds on principles introduced in DNC 112, including the basic principles of the ballet as an artistic and physical medium. Emphasis on French terminology, basic barre exercises, simple combinations in adagio and allegro. Open to non-majors. Repeatable to a maximum of 4 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor or DNC 112.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 121 - Modern Dance I - Level 1
The study of the basic principles of movement: space, time, effort. Emphasis on alignment and range of motion, creative movement and an appreciation of dance as an art form. Repeatable to maximum of 6 credits.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 122 - Modern Dance I - Level 2
The study of the basic principles of movement: space, time, effort. Emphasis on alignment and range of motion, creative movement and an appreciation of dance as an art form. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor or DNC 121.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 123 - Modern Dance I - Level 3
The study of the basic principles of movement: space, time, effort. Emphasis on alignment and range of motion, creative movement and an appreciation of dance as an art form. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
DNC 122 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 200 - Mod-Hop II
More advanced exploration of contemporary dance styles, including hip-hop, African jazz, and modern dance. Emphasis on complex rhythm, phrasing and performance. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
DNC 100 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 203 - Jazz Dance
This course focuses on the technical and expressive aspects of jazz dance and develops awareness of line, speed, balance and strength. Attention is placed on alignment, conditioning, musicality, and sythesis of combinations.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Instructor permission; by audition.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 208 - Contact Improvisation
This course explores the fundamentals of improvising with another dancer(s), primarily employing the momentum and support derived through physical contact with one’s partner. Improvisation and partnering are skills essential to a dancer’s development as genuine creators and performers. Repeatable up to 4 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Dance major or minor, or permission of instructor.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: S/U
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DNC 211 - Ballet II - Level 1
Further development in principles of ballet. Increased difficulty and terminology. Preparation for advanced levels. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits, including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor; DNC 111, 112 and 113 recommended.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 212 - Ballet II - Level 2
Further development in principles of ballet. Increased difficulty and terminology. Preparation for advanced levels. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits, including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor; DNC 211 recommended.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 213 - Ballet II - Level 3
Further development in principles of ballet. Increased difficulty and terminology. Preparation for advanced levels. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits, including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor; DNC 212 recommended.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 221 - Modern Dance II - Level 1
Further development in movement principles established in Modern Dance I. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits, including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor; DNC 121, 122, 123 recommended.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 222 - Modern Dance II - Level 2
Continues with further development in movement principles established in Modern Dance I. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits, including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor; DNC 221 recommended.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 223 - Modern Dance II - Level 3
Continues with further development in movement principles established in Modern Dance I. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits, including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor; DNC 222 recommended.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 230 - Making Movement Art
First-year students only. An investigation of how dances are made. Students will be exposed to movement art through readings, lectures, videos, live performances, interviews, out of class observations, and laboratory experiences. Students will also have the opportunity to interact with several dance faculty and guest artists as well as faculty in other departments of the College of Fine and Performing Arts.
Prerequisites & Notes:
First-year students.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: HUM
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DNC 231 - Introduction to Dance in Western Cultures
An historical and cultural overview, from the primitive to the contemporary, of the development of dance as an art form in Western civilization.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: CCOM
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DNC 232 - Movement and Culture
An investigation of movement and dance as a vehicle for understanding culture through movement labs, readings, films and discussions.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: ACGM
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DNC 242 - Choreography I
Introduction to basic principles of choreography: articulating a concept, finding movement vocabulary, and developing a structure. Prepares students to handle the rehearsal process from the point of view of a choreographer. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Concurrent enrollment in DNC 221 or instructor permission
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 243 - Dance and Technology I
Introduction to sound and video editing software and filming/framing techniques for use in the creation of Dances for Camera and other time based art. Repeatable up to a maximum of 6 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
DNC 242.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 257 - Performance
Direct instruction and experience in performance work. Repeatable to a maximum of 8 credits. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
being cast in a faculty-directed production
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: S/U
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DNC 311 - Ballet III - Level 1
Comprehensive barre and center floor work with emphasis on strength, flexibility, stamina, musicality, and performance projection in all areas of the class enchainements. Variations from classical ballet repertoire may be included. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 credits, including the original course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor; DNC 211, DNC 212, DNC 213 recommended.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 312 - Ballet III - Level 2
Comprehensive barre and center floor work with emphasis on strength, flexibility, stamina, musicality, and performance projection in all areas of the class enchainements. Variations from classical ballet repertoire may be included. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 credits, including the original course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor; DNC 311 recommended.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 313 - Ballet III - Level 3
Comprehensive barre and center floor work with emphasis on strength, flexibility, stamina, musicality, and performance projection in all areas of the class enchainements. Variations from classical ballet repertoire may be included. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 credits, including the original course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor; DNC 312 recommended.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 321 - Modern Dance III - Level 1
Advanced studies of movement principles established in Modern Dance II. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 credits, including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor; DNC 221, DNC 222, DNC 223 and DNC 339 recommended.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 322 - Modern Dance III - Level 2
Advanced studies of movement principles established in Modern Dance II. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 credits, including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor; DNC 321, DNC 339 recommended.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 323 - Modern Dance III - Level 3
Advanced studies of movement principles established in Modern Dance II. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 credits, including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor; DNC 322, DNC 339 recommended.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 334 - Music and Movement
An interdisciplinary examination of music and movement that addresses rhythmic acuity for the dancer, accompaniment for the dance teacher and underscoring dance for the choreographer. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
DNC 221, DNC 222, DNC 223 or formal music instruction at the 100 level or permission of instructor.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 339 - Functional Alignment
An internal exploration of functional alignment and its practical application towards movement and dancing. Experiential exercises that will enable the development and increased awareness of anatomical alignment and its relationship to range of motion, flexibility, strength, and movement potential. Introduction to proper anatomical and kinesiological terminology. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
DNC 121, DNC 122, DNC 123 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 340 - Anatomy for Dancers
An investigation of the human body and how it works. Through lectures, readings and laboratory experiences, students will analyze skeletal systems, individual differences, common dance injuries, and proper conditioning for dancers.
Prerequisites & Notes:
DNC 339 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 342 - Choreography II
Further study of the principles of choreography. In addition to concepts, movement, vocabulary and structure this class involves experimentation with theme and development, use of music, as well as construction/deconstruction/reconstruction of choreographic forms and content. Training the thinking artist and the artistic thinker. Repeatable to a maximum of 8 cr.
Prerequisites & Notes:
DNC 242.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 343 - Dance and Technology II
Builds on skills learned in DNC 243 and applies an artistic process to the use of editing software and video equipment; combining visual design, choreographic skills and advanced filming and editing techniques to create Dances for the Camera and other time based art. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
DNC 223, DNC 243, DNC 342.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 345 - Fundamentals of Contemporary Partnering
Students explore elements of contemporary partnering including transfer of weight, momentum/leverage, counter balancing and moving in harmony. The class is not gender specific. The warm-up includes exercises to enhance kinesthetic awareness and to facilitate ease and comfort in lifting and being lifted. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr.
Prerequisites & Notes:
DNC 221, DNC 222, DNC 223 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 357 - Repertory
The process work, which leads to performance, involved in the creation and/or reconstruction of a major choreographic work. Repeatable to a maximum of 8 credits.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 398 - Integrated Arts for Elementary Educators
This arts education course provides future teachers with a foundation in the elements and principles of Visual Art, Dance, Music and Theatre and their applicability to the elementary classroom. Also offered as ART 398, MUS 398 and THTR 398.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to a teacher education program leading to an elementary endorsement.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 403 - Senior Seminar
This course is designed for senior Dance majors to focus on skills and knowledge important for a successful transition to graduate school or professional employment in dance.
Credits: 1
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 404 - Capstone Preparation
This course is designed to assist BFA candidates with their rehearsal processes, as performers and as choreographers, in preparation for and presentation of their culminating Capstone performances.
Prerequisites & Notes:
BFA degree candidacy, senior status.
Credits: 1
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 421 - Modern Dance IV - Level 1
A performance approach to dance techniques - phrasing, musicality and clarity of intentions are emphasized at this level. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 credits, including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor; DNC 321, DNC 322, DNC 323 recommended.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 422 - Modern Dance IV - Level 2
A performance approach to dance techniques - phrasing, musicality and clarity of intentions are emphasized at this level. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 credits, including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor; DNC 421 recommended.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 423 - Modern Dance IV - Level 3
A performance approach to dance techniques - phrasing, musicality and clarity of intentions are emphasized at this level. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 credits, including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor; DNC 422 recommended.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 430 - Real Life Skills for Dancers
This course helps students to explore their personal goals, aesthetics involved in goal setting, and to develop a resume and Capstone portfolio. The course will examine emotional and physical well-being as well as graduate education and career opportunities in dance.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Dance major with junior/senior status.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 431 - History of Western Dance Since 1450
Ballet and modern dance forms of Western culture from the Renaissance into the era of contemporary movement art. Will include reviews of live performances, and study of leading dance artists and their historical significance. This course explores effective writing in the discipline of Dance through reflection, critical analysis, and historical research.
Prerequisites & Notes:
DNC 231
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 433 - Creative Movement for Educators With Lab
Methodologies of teaching creative movement to children. Exploration and integration of the elements of space, time, and effort as reflective of the Essential Academic Learning Requirements in the dance arts.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 434 - Dance Arts in Education
Materials for the methodology of teaching the formal dance techniques of modern dance and ballet for students of the dance major and additional teaching endorsement. Observations and teaching opportunities included.
Prerequisites & Notes:
DNC 339, DNC 340; demonstrated competency at the advanced level of technique.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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DNC 442 - Advanced Choreography
Practical application of choreographic process in the performance setting. Experience in collaboration with costume and lighting designers to support and realize choreographic intention by means of the unity of supporting elements. Repeatable to a maximum of 8 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
DNC 342 or instructor permission
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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Decision Sciences Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400 are described in the University Academic Policies section of this catalog. NOTE: Not all courses are offered every year. Several elective courses are offered only once each year. See the online Timetable of Classes for current offerings. Consult department for answers to specific questions. |
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DSCI 205 - Business Statistics
Statistical methods used in business research, analysis and decision making; preparation and presentation of data, frequency distributions, measures of central tendency and dispersion, statistical inference, regression and correlation.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 156 or MATH 114 or MATH 115 or MATH 118 or equivalent or higher.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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DSCI 305 - Applied Business Statistics
Applications of business statistics to research, analysis, and decision making in business. Regression, correlation, analysis of variance, and nonparametric tests, with emphasis on the use of business-oriented computer statistical packages.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 157 or MATH 124 or MATH 128; and DSCI 205.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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DSCI 405 - Simulation Models for Decision Making
Introduction to building computer-based simulation models for business decision making. Data collection and input analysis, model building of both Monte Carlo and discrete event simulations, output analysis and validation, and experimental design. Development of computer models to solve complex business problems in MIS, operations, finance, or marketing.
Prerequisites & Notes:
DSCI 305 or equivalent; C- or better
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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Design Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400 are described in the University Academic Policies section of this catalog. |
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DSGN 111 - Design View
Introduction to design thinking and how design practice affects everyday life in a diversity of cultures (graphic, industrial, architectural). Course will be a mixture of lectures with guest speakers as well as exams and assignments. Lecture format.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: HUM
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