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SPAN 212 - Intermediate Spanish for Healthcare I (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 115 or SPAN 120 or by placement) In this course, students are introduced to basic principles of Spanish for Healthcare. The course focuses on both language and health-related cultural issues. There is an emphasis in the development of reading, writing, speaking and listening skills through the review of general language structures and acquisition of medical terminology. Provides introductory knowledge for communication with monolingual Spanish speaking patients. F, S, Su.
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SPAN 222 - Intermediate Spanish for Healthcare II (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 212 ) This is the second course in an intermediate-level sequence specifically designed to cover Spanish used in healthcare professions. It refines the abilities acquired in SPAN 212. The course focuses on both language and health-related cultural issues. There is an emphasis in the development of reading, writing, speaking and listening skills through the review of general language structures and acquisition of medical terminology. Provides introductory knowledge for communication with monolingual Spanish Speaking patients. F, S, Su.
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SPAN 235 - Introduction to Spanish Linguistics (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 210 ) This course provides an introduction to Hispanic Linguistics and establishes the basis for future application of linguistic principles. F, S.
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SPAN 255 - Spanish Conversation (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 210 ) Develops an intermediate proficiency in Spanish oral skills and an appreciation of Hispanic cultures through contact with materials taken from original sources. Emphasis on the improvement and refinement of pronunciation skills. Listening and discussion of a variety of materials of appropriate difficulty. S.
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SPAN 306 - Spanish in the USA (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 211 with a grade of ‘C’ or better; placement by exam; instructor permission) This course examines the varieties of Spanish spoken in the United States and the effects of language contact and bilingualism. Students are introduced to issues such as linguistic attitudes, linguistic variation, language policies and bilingual education, especially as they relate to Spanish in the United States. Course is taught in Spanish. F.
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SPAN 315 - Spanish and Hispanic Cultures in South America (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 211 , or by placement, or permission of instructor) The course focuses on the grammar review and writing practice and promotes the development of speaking and listening skills at the intermediate low level of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). It emphasizes communication in everyday situations in Hispanic cultures, with a special focus on the many facets of Hispanic cultures in South America. F, S.
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SPAN 320 - Spanish for the Professions (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 210 ) Study of the applied nature of the language focusing on the cultural aspects and specialized vocabulary of a given professional field. Emphasis on developing skills to ask and answer questions relating to a particular professional field, drafting relevant documents, and describing events that may arise in the practice of the profession. The following are among the possible professional fields on which the course will focus: a) Spanish for Business; b) Spanish for Health Professions; c) Spanish for Public Safety; d) Spanish for the Travel and Tourism Industry.
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SPAN 321 - Spanish and Hispanic Cultures in Central America and the Caribbean (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 211 , or by placement, or with permission of instructor) The course focuses on the refinement of oral abilities and promotes the development of speaking and listening skills at the intermediate mid proficiency, according to the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). It emphasizes communication in everyday situations in Hispanic cultures, with a special focus on the many facets of Hispanic cultures in Central America. F, S.
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SPAN 322 - Latin American Literature in Translation (3 credits)
(=ENGL 322 ) (Prereq: for Spanish credit: SPAN 210 ) Selected readings of Latin American Literature in translation. Students write primarily critical essays. All readings are in English.
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SPAN 323 - Spanish for Business and Tourism (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 210 ) This course provides students with linguistic skills necessary to discuss business concepts and the tourism industry in Spanish. Emphasis is placed on developing the four basic language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) in the context of business situations. Special consideration is devoted to acquiring an appreciation and understanding of Hispanic culture in the business world.
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SPAN 326 - Cuban Literature in Translation (1 to 3 credits)
(=LATS 326 ) (Prereq: SPAN 130 and permission of the instructor) (Coreq: Travel/study in Cuba) Selected readings in Cuban literature in translation. Students will read, research and write on Cuban literature, society and culture. A non-refundable deposit is required upon registration.
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SPAN 330 - Approaches to Hispanic Culture (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 210 ) Introductory exploration of selected topics in language, literature and culture. Topics are chosen for their significance and impact on Hispanic cultures. Course taught in Spanish. This course may be repeated once for credit under different topics. Su.
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SPAN 333 - Topics in Language, Literature, and Culture (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 210 ) Selective study of topics in the language, literature, and culture of Latin America and Spain. Course format includes reading assignments, lectures, discussion, oral and written reports. Topics vary.
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SPAN 340 - Hispanic Culture and Civilization (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 210 ) A study of the historical development and various cultural manifestations of the Spanish, Latin American, and contemporary Hispanic civilization.
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SPAN 345 - Spanish through Art (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 211 ) A select study of the most relevant socio-historical and cultural periods of Spain and Latin America as represented in painting masterpieces from the Baroque period to the contemporary era. Class format includes intensive conversations and continued development of reading and writing skills. This class is conducted entirely in Spanish. F.
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SPAN 350 - Spanish Language Study Abroad (3 to 6 credits)
(Prereq: Approval from the Department of Languages and Intercultural Studies faculty) Language study abroad with instruction by native speakers. Credit hours granted dependent on the number of hours taken. Upon successful completion of an approved program students must furnish a certificate and/or examination results. Prior consultation with the Department of Languages and Intercultural Studies is mandatory before enrollment.
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SPAN 355 - Spanish Morphology and Syntax (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 235 or equivalent) The course examines the internal structure of words and the rules by which word formation takes place, and provides a thorough study of Spanish grammar from a formal perspective. It examines the relationship between syntax and morphology by considering the effects that some morphological processes have on syntax. It also considers the phrase structure properties of Spanish. F.
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SPAN 360 - Studies in Hispanic Poetry (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 211 ) Selected topics in Hispanic poetry. This course is designed to develop students’ appreciation of poetry and to develop critical approaches to poetic texts. Periods covered may include the following: Renaissance and Baroque Poetry of Spain, Modern Spanish Poetry, and Poetry of Latin America from Modernism to the present.
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SPAN 380 - Studies in World Film (3 credits)
This course is a survey of world film with an emphasis on Hispanic cinema. It provides a general introduction to contemporary film-critical discourses which are currently under the rubric of film semiotics. Key elements of the language of cinema are studied with the goal of developing both critical and creative skills. Taught in English.
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SPAN 385 - Latin American Cinema: Global Views from the South (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 315 or permission of instructor) In this course students have the opportunity to view and analyze contemporary Latin American films as a cultural and artistic production with an emphasis on the socio-political context of the region. Students learn about basic cinematographic vocabulary and techniques, which are a fundamental part of the visual language of film. In addition, the readings and class discussions expose students to a diverse array of critical perspectives on topics such as travel/tourism, labor, gender identity, corruption, violence, religion, family relations, and the middle class. This is a writing intensive course designed to hone students’ Spanish language communication skills. F, S, Su.
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SPAN 399 - Independent Study (3 credits)
(Prereq: a written contract between students and instructor for a special topic dealing with Spanish language or culture, and approved by the dean of the College of Humanities and Fine Arts) May not be used to satisfy the Spanish Minor Core.
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SPAN 410 - Spanish Peninsular Literature (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 340 ) A survey of the major literary works of Spain from the Middle Ages through the twentieth century.
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SPAN 411 - Spanish American Literature (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 340 ) A survey of the major literary works of Spanish American from pre-Columbian times through the twentieth century.
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SPAN 430 - Spanish Linguistics (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 340 ) Study of modern Spanish with attention to the application of linguistic theory to the effective teaching of Spanish.
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SPAN 431 - Spanish and Hispanic Cultures in Spain (3 credits)
(Writing Intensive) (Prereq: SPAN 315 or SPAN 321 , or permission of instructor) The course refines oral abilities reviewed in SPAN 321 , developing language skills related to speaking and listening up to an intermediate high proficiency, according to the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), necessary for communicating in everyday situations in Hispanic cultures. It also continues exposing students to the many facets of Hispanic cultures in Spain. F, S.
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SPAN 435 - Spanish English Contrasts (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 355 ) This course offers insights into Spanish phonology, morphology, syntax and lexicon as seen through the eyes of an English-speaking learner of Spanish. It proposes an in-depth study of Spanish linguistic structures and its implications for language teaching and translation. S.
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SPAN 460 - Writing for Advanced Spanish (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 315 ) This course provides students all the tools they need to write successfully in Spanish in academic and non-academic settings, and to become better writers both inside and outside the Spanish classroom. Class format includes intensive writing and continued development of reading and writing skills. Reading ability will be developed as a means to improve writing. This class is conducted entirely in Spanish. F.
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SPAN 480 - Capstone: Advanced Topics in Literature and Culture (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 315 or SPAN 321 , or permission of instructor) Intensive study and analysis of a notable author or authors, literary trends or selected cultural topics. Emphasis may be placed on one or more of the various forms of artistic, cultural or linguistic expressions. Consolidate and further the skills developed in the Spanish major. F, S.
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SPAN 495 - Internship (3 credits)
(Prereq: permission of the department chair) This is a guided internship and requires 120 hours of outside work, a journal, and a final evaluation paper. Students must have permission of the department chair before applying for internship. Application for the internship can be obtained without receiving permission from the department chair. Students are professionally supervised in an organization while working 120 hours during a semester (12 weeks at 10 hours per week). The application states the course’s objective, requirements, and grading procedures. A contract between the student and the facility or organization where the internship will take place is signed by all parties - the student faculty supervisor, chair of the department, and the dean of the College of Humanities and Fine Arts. During the internship period, students are required to maintain a journal. Interim and final reports are sent to the organization by the coordinator of internships.
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Statistics |
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STAT 201 - Elementary Statistics (3 credits)
(Prereq: A grade of ‘C’ or better in any MATH class other than MATH 130A ) (Coreq: STAT 201L ) An introductory course in the fundamentals of modern statistical methods. Topics include descriptive statistics, introduction to probability, random variables and sampling distribution, linear regression and correlation, testing of hypothesis concerning one and two population samples, confidence interval estimation of parameters and introduction to one way ANOVA (analysis of variance). Primarily for students in the field of science who need basic knowledge of statistics. F, S, Su.
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STAT 201L - Elementary Statistics Computer Laboratory (1 credit)
(Coreq: STAT 201 ) The computer laboratory involves exercises and/or lectures accompanying STAT 201 . Students will use various statistical software. Laboratory exercises are designed to analyze data using appropriate tests/methods introduced in STAT 201 . F, S, Su.
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STAT 315 - Regression Analysis (3 credits)
(Prereq: STAT 201 , CBAD 291 , or PSYC 225 with a grade of ‘C’ or better) An in-depth coverage of regression analysis suitable as a second course in statistics. Topics include correlation, simple and multiple linear regression, method of least squares, model selection and diagnostic checking, hypothesis testing, outliers, influence, multicollinearity, transformations, and categorical regressors. Computers and statistical software used extensively. F, even years.
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STAT 316 - Experimental Design I (3 credits)
(Prereq: STAT 201 , CBAD 291 , or PSYC 225 with a grade of ‘C’ or better) This course offers in depth coverage of one and two way ANOVA. Topics include model statements, assumption checks and remedial measures, inference for factor level and treatment level means, inference for contrasts and multiple testing, and treatment of interaction terms. Computers and statistical software will be used extensively. F.
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STAT 317 - Nonparametric Statistical Methods (3 credits)
(Prereq: STAT 201 , CBAD 291 , or PSYC 225 with a grade of ‘C’ or better) Topics include nonparametric analogues to t- and F-tests, ANOVA, regression and correlation, goodness of fit tests, tests of independence, and measures of association. Computers and statistical software will be used extensively. S, even years.
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STAT 318 - Applied Statistical Methods (3 credits)
(Prereq: STAT 201 , CBAD 291 , or PSYC 225 with a grade of ‘C’ or better) This course covers issues and methods for biological, marine and health sciences. Topics include study design, hypothesis testing, linear models, multivariate methods, analysis of rates and proportions, analysis of survival data, logistic regression, and log-linear models. Examples and case studies are drawn from biology, marine science and health-related fields. Computers and statistical software will be used extensively. S.
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STAT 319 - Categorical Data Analysis (3 credits)
(Prereq: STAT 201 , CBAD 291 , or PSYC 225 with a grade of ‘C’ or better) A first course in the analysis of discrete data including two-dimensional tables, the log linear model, goodness-of-fit of the model, measures of dependence, three and higher dimensional tables, hierarchical models, model selection, ordered categories, logit model, and introduction to Bayesian analysis of categorical data. Computers and statistical software will be used extensively. S, odd years.
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STAT 320 - Experimental Design II (3 credits)
(Prereq: A grade of ‘C’ or better in STAT 316 ) This course offers advanced topics in experimental design. These topics include, but are not limited to, split plot designs, repeated measures, nested designs, advanced topics in block designs, and advanced topics in factorial designs. Computers and statistical software will be used extensively. S.
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STAT 321 - SAS Basics (3 credits)
(Prereq: STAT 201 with a grade of ‘C’ or better) This course covers topics that are tested on the SAS Certified Base Programmer exam. Topics include, but are not limited to, importing and exporting raw data files, manipulating and transforming of data sets, combining SAS data sets and creating summary reports using SAS procedures. Computers and statistical software are used extensively. S.
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STAT 323 - Sampling Design and Analysis (3 credits)
(Prereq: A grade of ‘C’ or better in STAT 201 ) This course highlights important areas of survey design and analysis. Design of the survey instrument and its distribution are covered. The impacts of nonresponse and other types of bias are discussed. Tools are given for summarizing and conducting inference on some of the most common designs including stratified and cluster sampling. Extensive use of software. S, odd years.
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STAT 390 - Case Studies in Statistics (2 credits)
(Prereq: STAT 316 with a grade of ‘C’ or better and STAT 318 with a grade of ‘C’ or better and at least two other 300 level statistics classes with a ‘C’ or better) Students synthesize information across many statistical methods through case studies. For each case study, students must determine the most appropriate approach to answer the researcher’s questions using statistics. Students present their analysis and conclusions in a series of written and oral presentations. S.
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STAT 399 - Independent Study/Internship in Statistics (3 credits)
(Prereq: STAT 412 ) Directed study of specific topics or supervised work as part of an approved internship. F.
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STAT 412 - Statistical Inference I (3 credits)
(Prereq: A grade of ‘C’ or better in MATH 161 or MATH 161B ) Sample spaces, probability, random variables, distributions. S.
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STAT 413 - Statistical Inference II (3 credits)
(Prereq: A grade of ‘C’ or better in STAT 412 ) Point and interval estimation, tests of hypothesis, limiting distributions, order statistics. Offered as needed.
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STAT 414 - Time Series Analysis (3 credits)
(Prereq: A grade of ‘C’ or better in STAT 412 ) This course is an introduction to models and graphical analyses for data, which are generated sequentially. Topics include basic models (white noise, AR, random walks), time series regression and forecasting. Extensive use of software. F, even years.
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STAT 415 - Introduction to Bayesian Statistics (3 credits)
(Prereq: A grade of ‘C’ or better in STAT 412 ) This course presents an in-depth introduction to the Bayesian paradigm. A study of Bayes’ Rule introduces students to likelihood functions, posterior and prior distributions. Bayesian inference including proportions, means and regression are explored in comparison to the frequentist approach. Extensive use of software. S, even years.
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STAT 419 - Actuarial Mathematics I (3 credits)
(Prereq: A grade of ‘C’ or better in STAT 412 or permission of the instructor) Survival distributions and life tables, life insurance, annuities, benefit analysis risk theory. Offered as needed.
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STAT 420 - Statistical Computing (3 credits)
(Prereq: A grade of ‘C’ or better in STAT 412 , or STAT 201 and grade of ‘C’ or better in MATH 161 or MATH 161B ) This course introduces key topics in statistical programming including techniques for random number generation, Monte-Carlo and MCMC methods, and bootstrapping. S, even years.
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Sustainability and Coastal Resilience |
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SUST 122 Q* - Introduction to Sustainability (3 credits)
An introduction to the basic concepts and understanding of sustainability locally and globally. Topics will focus around the three pillars of sustainability; environment, economic and social, as well as topics such as waste reduction, consumer choices, energy, transportation, and natural resources. The field of sustainability continues to evolve, especially as awareness spreads about scarce resources on a crowded planet. Students will also explore sustainability through experiential learning activities and create a research-based presentation. F, S.
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SUST 301 - Environmental and Coastal Resilience (3 credits)
This course brings together the interdisciplinary approaches of sustainability to investigate the local ecosystems near CCU. Students apply the principles of sustainability to issues such as biodiversity, anthropogenic impacts, and ecological resilience. Students learn through a combination of lecture, discussion, case studies and field experiences. F, S, Su.
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SUST 302 - Sustainability and Community Resilience (3 credits)
Sustainability and Community Resilience is an applied seminar on sustainability, justice, and communities. Topics include political ecology of health, housing and homelessness, migration, climate change, and community health and wellbeing. The course draws on multiple disciplines, including public health, environmental studies, geography, political science, sociology, and anthropology. The class is discussion-based and project-based, and includes experiential field experiences. Students design and complete a class research project on a local community social-environmental issue, and are introduced to ethnographic and qualitative social science research methods. F, S, Su.
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SUST 310 - Methods and Tools in Sustainability (3 credits)
This course introduces students to accepted methods by which sustainability is measured and assessed at scales from the individual to the planet. Students learn how to prepare and interpret sustainability reports and other data related to sustainability. This course assists students in preparing to obtain certifications in sustainability. F, S, Su.
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SUST 325 Q - Service in Sustainability (0-3 credits)
Students participate in public service with local agencies in order to understand the relationship between civic responsibility, sustainability, and higher education. In the classroom, students reflect upon the function and necessity of their service as well as its limitations in responding to specific community needs and general social problems. F, S, Su.
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SUST 350 - Sustainable Systems in Historical Perspective (3 credits)
This class is an introduction to the history of North American sustainable systems and thinking, exploring how humans have interacted with, imagined, transformed, and otherwise altered the natural world. We focus on traditional topics of significance: land use, capital accumulation, industrialization, national parks, conservation and environmental movements, food systems, and the role of wilderness. F, S, Su.
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SUST 380 - Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Resilience (3 credits)
This course provides students instruction and practical strategies to develop the core competencies of basic emergency preparedness. Natural hazards, technological hazards, and man-made threats will be examined through the lens of everyday emergencies and disasters. Emphasis is placed on community preparedness by addressing hazard and threat awareness, prevention, response, recovery and mitigation. F, S, Su.
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SUST 495 - Sustainability Internship (3 credits)
Work experience related to Sustainability and Coastal Resilience or a related field, as part of an approved internship with primary supervision by a non-faculty member. Requires a minimum of 120 hours of on-site, supervised, and evaluated student work experience over the term. F, S, Su.
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SUST 499 - Sustainability Capstone (3 credits)
(Prereq: SUST 310 ) This course is a capstone experience for sustainability majors and serves to integrate the knowledge and skills that students have developed over a college career. Students complete and report on an independent research project, service project, or off-campus internship in the field of sustainability. Students participate in readings, discussion, and a final paper that allows in-depth analysis of their selected project area. F, S, Su.
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Swain Scholars |
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SWNS 301 - Swain Scholars I (1 credit)
(Prereq: must be a current Swain Scholar) Preparatory classroom experiences to improve the capacity of Swain Scholars to impact community health by engaging in health promotion outreach activities in conjunction with local health agencies. This class is automatically offered for honors credit.
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SWNS 302 - Swain Scholars II (2 credits)
(Prereq: must be a current Swain Scholar) Second phase of Swain Scholars program to focus on implementation of community health outreach activities. Community health outreach will address an area of identified need with one or more community partners. Scholars provide outreach service and education of specified community sites and in the Coastal Carolina University community. This class is automatically offered for honors credit.
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SWNS 401 - Swain Scholars III: Community Health Education Initiative (1 credit)
(Prereq: must be a current Swain Scholar) Leadership and mentoring experiences to increase capacity of Swain Scholars to improve community health. Swain Scholars will engage in either a health-related research based track with a Coastal Carolina University faculty member or a project-based track with a health-related agency. This class is automatically offered for honors credit. F.
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SWNS 402 - Swain Scholars IV: Community Health Education Initiative (2 credits)
(Prereq: must be a current Swain Scholar) Continuation of leadership, mentoring, and supervised research or outreach-based project to improve community health. Emphasis will be placed on building the capacity of Swain Scholars to conduct health-related research and articulate findings. This class is automatically offered for honors credit. S.
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Teaching Fellows Program |
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TFP 102 - Teaching Fellows Special Topics in Education Seminar (1 credit)
(Prereq: Teaching Fellow Status and UNIV 110 -or equivalent) This course focuses on the study of leadership and the leadership skills of effective leaders and teachers. Topics include leadership styles, valuing diversity, defining leadership in the community/classroom, and factors that influence/contribute to effective teacher leadership. Pass/Fail grading only. S.
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TFP 201 - Teaching Fellows Special Topics in Education Seminar (0-1 credits)
(Prereq: Teaching Fellows status and TFP 102 ) This course focuses on the study of leadership and the leadership skills of effective leaders and teachers. Topics include leadership styles, valuing diversity, defining leadership in the community/classroom, and factors that influence/contribute to effective teacher leadership. Pass/Fail grading only. F.
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TFP 202 Q - Molding and Enriching the Teacher Leader (0 to 1 credit)
(Prereq: TFP 102 , TFP 201 , and permission of the instructor) This course focuses on the study of leadership and the leadership skills of effective leaders and teachers. Topics include qualities of an effective teacher, classroom management strategies, how to give constructive feedback in the classroom, decision making based on students’ needs, and identifying qualities of leadership in preservice teachers. S.
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TFP 301 Q - Building Multi-Cultural Experiences and Language Acquisition Skills in Teacher Leaders (0 to 3 credits)
(Prereq: TFP 102 , TFP 201 , TFP 202 , and permission of the instructor) A continuation of the study of leadership and the leadership skills of effective leaders and teachers. This course focuses on the study of leadership and the leadership skills of effective leaders and teachers. Topics will include ways to: assist the development of English language learners, work with diverse populations, appreciate different cultural and economic backgrounds, and promote multicultural awareness as it will relate to future classroom experience. S.
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Theater |
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THEA 100 - Common Hour (0 credits)
Weekly meetings for theatre and musical theatre majors to discuss theatre issues including but not limited to audition strategies, head shots, career options and planning, workshop opportunities, etc. F, S.
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THEA 101 - Introduction to Theatre Art (3 credits)
Understanding and criticism of dramatic literature, history, and production. F, S.
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THEA 114 - Fundamentals of Dance (2 credits)
Introduction to Dance is an entry level course in ballet and jazz dance techniques, geared toward the student who has spent little to no time in the study of dance. The class will incorporate warm-up, physical conditioning and stamina training, as well as the basics of partner dancing and dance audition techniques. This course may be repeated up to three times for credit. F.
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THEA 130 - Principles of Dramatic Analysis (3 credits)
(=THEA 130H ) This course is designed to cultivate students understanding of contemporary cultural/literary theories, critical evaluation, analysis, and interpretation of dramatic literature and performance. The class emphasizes traditional and non-traditional canons of dramatic literature, traditional structures and forms of drama and cultural arguments within their literary, historical and philosophical contexts.
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THEA 142 - The Speaking Voice (3 credits)
The course is designed to develop a clear and expressive speaking voice for performance and communication. Work includes exercises to reduce tension, enhance confidence, increase clarity and improve the quality of the voice. Learning is accomplished though conceptual study (reading, discussion, writing assignments and/or tests), in-class exercises, individual practice, and performance of text.
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THEA 149 - Acting for Non-Majors (3 credits)
Introduction to acting through exercises, improvisations and scene study that involve public performance as well as the development of communication skills.
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THEA 150 - Acting I (3 credits)
(Prereq: permission of the instructor) Acting I is a studio course in the foundational techniques of acting. The course explores the demands and conventions of realistic acting. Using a variety of individual and group exercises the student will develop actor skills through exploration of work on the self and work on the role. Students will create and develop character using vocal and physical exploration, script analysis, and the active pursuit of objectives among others. Participants in this course will perform improvisations, monologues and scenes. Written work will include character analyses, text analyses, and critical review of outside performances. S.
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THEA 153 - Introduction to Theatre Technology (3 credits)
Students will be introduced to emerging technology unique to the live entertainment industry including lighting, sound, projection, video and show control. The class will focus on installation technique, basic systems operational control theory, and electrical theory. Lectures in conjunction with lab exercises provide students with the skills required to install and operate basic live entertainment technology. S.
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THEA 154 - Introduction to Costuming (3 credits)
Basic principles of costume design and construction and survey of selected historical periods in costume history.
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THEA 155 - Stagecraft (3 credits)
A beginning course in the principles and practice of stagecraft.
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THEA 160 - Acting I Studio (3 credits)
(Prereq: THEA 150 ) Acting I Studio is a studio based course that builds upon the learned vocabulary in Acting I by applying the acting training to selected monologues. Students will investigate the actor’s work in research, preparation for rehearsal and application of techniques to a series of monologues. Students work will be showcased in a Spring Monologue Showcase. S.
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THEA 171 - Stage Auditions (1 credit)
A beginning study of audition methods, including material selection, role preparation, and casting presentation.
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THEA 174 - Ballet I (2 credits)
(Prereq: THEA 114 ) This course focuses on the fundamentals of classical Ballet technique, providing to students a basic understanding and awareness of Ballet terminology and physical vocabulary. The goal is to establish proper body alignment and technique as well as implement an expressive performance quality in the studio. This course is repeatable for credit up to three times. F, S.
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THEA 175 - Jazz I (2 credits)
(Prereq: THEA 114 ) Introduction to the style, technique, and rhythmic structures of Jazz dance. F, S.
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THEA 176 - Tap I (2 credits)
Introduction to the fundamental principles of tap.
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THEA 201 - World Performance Traditions (3 credits)
This course will document and trace the phenomenon of performances as a part of human culture. Observing the earliest roots of performance in ancient societies, the course will follow the evolution of performance as realized through storytelling, theatre, dance, musical performance and other representational modes.
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THEA 212 - Music Skills for Actors (2 credits)
(Prereq: MUS 170 and MUS 171 ) Restricted to BFA Musical Theatre majors and by permission of the instructor. This course is designed to build and refine your musicianship, the ability to hear, perceive, understand, learn, and perform music. Specific focus will be placed on the practical applications of both aural and visual music theory skills commonly seen in the world of musical theatre. Basic and advanced rhythmic exercises, sight-singing, rhythmic, melodic and harmonic dictation, and tonal harmony will all be studied within the confines of musical theatre. F.
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THEA 220 - Theatre Laboratory (1 credit)
Supervised participation in theatre production. No formal class meetings. This course may be repeated for credit, but no more than four credits may be applied toward the departmental major. F, S.
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THEA 221 - Laboratory, Musical Theatre Performance (1 credit)
Supervised performance in musical theatre production or music ensemble.
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THEA 230 - Complete Stage Makeup (2 credits)
An introduction to the complexities of makeup, this course is specially designed to require the student to become familiar with basic makeup procedures and complex prosthetic makeup application, and will culminate in the student’s application in his or her projects.
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THEA 240 - Voice and Diction (3 credits)
The analysis, evaluation, and improvement of speech through a study of the anatomy and physiology of the vocal mechanism, voice production, and articulation. Students will learn the International Phonetic Alphabet as a means of improving diction.
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THEA 242 - Vocal Production for the Actor (3 credits)
(Prereq: B.F.A. Program only or by permission of the instructor) A course in experiential learning, conceptual study and performance to develop the actor’s ability to reveal thought and emotion through the voice. Students will engage in exercises to improve breathing, resonance, range and clarity for the purposes of reducing tension to free the voice for creative expression.
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THEA 245 - Introduction to Physical Theatre (3 credits)
(Prereq: THEA 250 ) Introduction to Physical Theatre is a studio based course that expands upon the foundations learned in Acting I, Acting I: Studio, Acting II and Acting II: Studio. Students are provided with an opportunity to develop sensitivity, intelligence and strength as physical theatre performers through ongoing practice and exposure to a variety of physical theatre and movement techniques. Students will learn to use compositional tools, develop physically inspired characters and interact with environmental elements through performer-created projects.
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THEA 250 - Acting II (3 credits)
(Prereq: THEA 160 ) A studio course that expands upon the foundations learned in Acting I. The course explores the fundamental techniques of realistic acting through the theories and writings of theatre visionaries such as Konstantin Stanislavski and Uta Hagen. Actors are challenged to apply their knowledge of acting technique through investigation of a shared vocabulary as applied to text. Text analysis will be covered through the investigation of plays from the American Realist genre. This course combines class exercises and scene work to deepen the understanding and playing of action in the realistic mode. F.
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THEA 254 - Rendering for the Theatre (3 credits)
(Prereq: ARTS 103 ) (Coreq: ARTS 112 ) Introduction to the variety of techniques used to render designs for the stage. Students will learn to communicate their ideas visually through exercises in advanced perspective drawing, painting, costume sketches, and model making. S.
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THEA 255 - Computer Aided Drafting and Design (3 credits)
(Coreq: THEA 154 or THEA 155 ) An introduction to drafting on the computer. Students will learn how to use basic computer drafting commands to input information, organize, layout of 2D and 3D drafting, with an emphasis on drafting for the theater and entertainment industries. F.
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THEA 260 - Acting II Studio (3 credits)
(Prereq: THEA 250 , B.F.A. program only, or by permission of the instructor) A studio based course that explores the transformative nature of character development. The integration of character-specific movement, vocal work and personalization are given special attention. Students progress toward integrating the analytical and intuitive components of acting through the rehearsal of selected scenes. S.
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THEA 274 - Ballet II (2 credits)
(Prereq: THEA 174 or permission of the instructor) Intermediate/advanced level training in ballet. This course may be repeated one time for credit.
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THEA 276 - Jazz II (2 credits)
(Prereq: THEA 175 or permission of the instructor) Continued training in Jazz dance at the intermediate/ advanced level. This course may be repeated one time for credit.
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THEA 277 - Tap Dance II (2 credits)
(Prereq: THEA 176 or permission of the instructor) Continued training in Tap dance at the intermediate/advanced level. This course may be repeated one time for credit.
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THEA 288 - Directing I: The Director’s Vision (3 credits)
(Prereq: A grade of ‘C’ or better in THEA 130 ) History, theory, and principles of directing. Examines director’s role and responsibilities, play selection, conceptualizing, ground plans, blocking.
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THEA 295 - Musical Theatre Scene Study (3 credits)
The study of performance and acting in the musical theatre. Several performance projects are required, all of which entail singing/acting and movement.
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THEA 299 - Musical Theatre Scene Study Studio (3 credits)
(Prereq: THEA 150 , THEA 250 , and THEA 295 ) This course builds upon the work begun in THEA 295 Musical Theatre Scene Study that explores the various styles of acting represented in the musical theatre genre. Historic and stylistic significance will be prioritized as students rehearse and perform scenes and sections from the music theatre canon. This studio course focuses primarily on the ensemble element in new and/or established musical plays. S.
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THEA 301 - Repertory for Musical Theatre I (1 credit)
(Prereq: THEA 212 ) The student will explore and experience the nature of musical theatre and the unique performance demands required to create it at a proficient level. Emphasis will be placed on the initial study of the elements and techniques used to craft process for the musical theatre actor and selection of repertoire to best showcase individual vocal abilities. F, S.
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THEA 302 - Repertory for Musical Theatre II (1 credit)
(Prereq: THEA 301 ) The continued study of elements and techniques used to craft process for the musical theatre actor and the unique performance demands required to create it at a proficient level. The sustained study of the elements and techniques used to craft process for the musical theatre actor and selection of repertoire to best showcase individual vocal abilities. F, S.
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THEA 321 Q* - Applied Theatre (3 credits)
This class explores techniques, methodology and history of applied theatre focusing on social change, current events and/or social justice. Class includes experiential learning projects with targeted populations and/or non-profit organizations.
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