May 17, 2024  
2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 Courses numbered from 101–299 are lower-division courses, primarily for freshmen and sophomores; those numbered from 300–499 are upper-division courses, primarily for juniors and seniors. The numbers 296, 396, 496, and 596 designate individual study courses and are available for registration by prior arrangement with the course instructor and approval of the department chair.

The number in parentheses following the course title indicates the amount of credit each course carries. Variable credit courses include the minimum and maximum number of the credits within parentheses.

Not all of the courses are offered every quarter. Final confirmation of courses to be offered, information on new courses and programs, as well as a list of hours, instructor, titles of courses and places of class meetings, is available online in My CWU which can be accessed through the the CWU home page, and go to www.cwu.edu/registrar/course-information

 

Theatre Arts (TH)

  
  • TH 402 - Performance Application


    Description:
    Skills learned in the classroom are applied to acting work on productions for public presentation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: admission to the theatre major.

    Credits: (3)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 18 credits.
  
  • TH 403 - Management Application


    Description:
    Skills learned in the classroom are applied to stage management work on productions for public presentation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: admission to the theatre major.

    Credits: (3)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 18 credits.
  
  • TH 415 - Musical Theatre History and Literature I


    Description:
    The history of musical theatre from the inception of this uniquely American art form through the innovations of Oklahoma! The contributions of major lyricists, composers, directors, designers, performers, and choreographers, and an analysis of the works themselves, exploring the sociological relationships, ramifications, and cultural influences of the art form.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: TH 365.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 416 - Musical Theatre History and Literature II


    Description:
    The history of musical theatre from Oklahoma! to the inception of the rock musicals in the 1960s. The contributions of major lyricists, composers, directors, designers, performers, and choreographers, and an analysis of the works themselves, exploring the sociological relationships, ramifications, and cultural influences of the art form.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: TH 415.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 417 - Musical Theatre History and Literature III


    Description:
    The history of musical theatre from the rock musicals of the 1960s to the present. The contributions of major lyricists, composers, directors, designers, performers, and choreographers, and an analysis of the works themselves, exploring the sociological relationships, ramifications, and cultural influences of the art form.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 429 - Directing II


    Description:
    Script study emphasizing the specific artistic and logistical preparation involved in directing a play. Culminates in directing selected scenes.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: TH 329.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 433 - Advanced Stage Combat


    Description:
    The study and practice of advanced skills, techniques, and safety factors used in staging and performing armed combat for the stage and media. Focus is on historical weaponry such as a single sword, rapier, and dagger, broadsword, and small sword.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: TH 333.

    Credits: (3)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
  
  • TH 435 - Advanced Movement for the Actor


    Description:
    Advanced study in movement disciplines such as; Alexander, Fekdenkrais, Suzuki, or Rasaboxes.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: TH 335.

    Credits: (3)

    Repeatable for Credit
    Repeatable if course content changes.
    Notes1
    May be repeated up to 6 credits.
  
  • TH 440 - Advance Design Problems


    Description:
    Conceptualization, design, and application of advanced design techniques and theories through paper project or executed on mainstage productions in one of four areas: scenery, lighting, sound, or costumes.

    Credits: (3)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
  
  • TH 444 - Acting Styles


    Description:
    Performance skills applied to heightened texts and stylized comedy including Shakespeare, Wilde, Coward, and other major playwrights.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: TH 344.

    Credits: (4)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 8 credits if content differs.
  
  • TH 445 - Audition Techniques for the Stage


    Description:
    Exploration and practice of advanced techniques and materials required for professional stage auditions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: TH 345.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 446 - Audition Techniques for the Camera (Put on Reserve 9/16/16.)


    Description:
    Exploration and practice of advanced techniques for professional camera auditions. Emphasis on auditions for commercials and preparing cold readings for on-camera auditions.  (Put on Reserve 9/16/16.  Last taught in 2013.  Will go inactive 8/24/19.)

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: TH 445.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 452 - History of Fashion


    Description:
    Historical changes in fashion and costume design from Egyptian period through eastern civilization to present. Social, political, and religious influences on fashions. FCSA 452 and TH 452 are cross-listed courses; students may not receive credit for both.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • TH 456 - Sound Design


    Description:
    Basic principles of sound design for theatre. The role of the sound designer in planning and developing a design with attention to research, cueing, the creation of media in supporting the production concept.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: TH 140 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • TH 460 - Production Management


    Description:
    This course explores production management theory and practice, covering production estimating and budgeting, scheduling, and working with entertainment union contracts. Students will develop organization and communication skills specific to the duties of the production manager.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: TH 166 and TH 360.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • TH 461 - Costume Design


    Description:
    Basic principles of design related to theatrical costumes. The role of the costume designer in planning and developing a sketch from the initial reading of the script through production, research, production meetings, and rendering technique.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: either TH 361, both FCSA 388 and TH 366, or admission to the apparel design minor.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • TH 464 - Wig Creation, Styling, and Maintenance


    Description:
    The study and practice of creating, styling, and maintaining wigs for stage.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 465 - Costume and Fashion Drawing


    Description:
    Sketching design ideas for theatrical costumes and street clothing in three-dimensional form with textural effects and color to present a realistic appearance on paper.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 467 - Scene Design


    Description:
    Study, research, practice, and applied use of scenic design techniques and theory.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: TH 266 and TH 340 and TH 366.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • TH 468 - Lighting Design


    Description:
    Basic principles of design related to lighting design for the theatre. This class examines the role of the lighting designer from initial reading of the script through production, research, production meetings, and creation of the light plot.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: TH 366 and TH 368.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • TH 474 - Acting for Film and Television


    Description:
    Exploration and practice of advanced techniques in the acting of scenes for film and television. Topics may include; soap opera, feature film, and television sitcom techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: TH 374.

    Credits: (4)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit if content changes.
  
  • TH 481 - Kennedy-Center Festival


    Description:
    Participation in the annual Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival and/or the Northwest Drama Conference.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: admission to the theatre arts major or minor.

    Credits: (1-2)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • TH 487 - Theatre Pedagogy


    Description:
    Student will be given individualized instruction in teaching practices and will participate in journal writing, critiquing, counseling, coaching, advising, leading discussion, and grading. TH 487 and TH 587 are equivalent courses; students may not receive credit for both.

    Credits: (4)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 8 credits.
  
  • TH 488 - Introduction to Dramaturgy


    Description:
    An introduction to research applied to production including author, world of the play, and the socio-political influences surrounding the text and its time.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 489 - Career & Portfolio Preparation


    Description:
    Techniques and practice in preparation of professional portfolio, resumes, and letters of application for employment in the entertainment industry.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: admission to the theatre arts major and junior standing or above.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • Learning Agreement Forms

    TH 490 - Cooperative Education


    Description:
    An individualized contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination.

    Credits: (1-12)

    Consent
    By permission.
    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • TH 491 - Workshop


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • TH 492 - Practicum in Devising and Touring Theatre


    Description:
    Advanced study in ensemble devised theatre, techniques and practice in the production thereof, and practicum in touring such pieces to fringe festivals, and other alternate and/or educational venues. Permission of instructor.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: current WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance.

    Credits: (3-12)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 12 credits.
  
  • TH 493 - Theatre Laboratory


    Description:
    Practical experience in all aspects of theatre production to better prepare for career opportunities.

    Credits: (1)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 3 credits.
  
  • TH 494 - International Theatre Experience


    Description:
    Travel and participation (as performer or audience) at an international theatrical experience in a variety of topics such as Winnipeg Fringe, Shakespeare in the UK, Japan’s Theatre Traditions, Theatre for Social Justice, Prague Quadrennial of Design, or The Theatre of Carnival. Students will apply field research to written analysis and/or presentation during the term of study. OISP fee applies.

    Credits: (1-5)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for up to 25 credits as topic changes.
    Grading Basis
    Grade will be S or U.
  
  • TH 495 - Senior Research Project


    Description:
    Senior students shall present a research paper in a major area of interest.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: admission to the theatre arts major.

    Credits: (3)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
  
  
  • TH 498 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • TH 499 - Seminar


    Credits: (1-5)


University Seminar and Enrichment (UNIV)

  
  • UNIV 101 - Academic Advising Seminar


    Description:
    This course is designed for students to learn about the mission of the general education program and majors in order to make informed academic decisions and discover opportunities for personal growth.

    Credits: (1)

    General Education Category
    Basic Skills 1- GenEd Colloq.
  
  • UNIV 102 - Strategies for College Success


    Description:
    Course will teach essential study skills for succeeding in and graduating from college. Students will learn how to develop habits that lead to academic success.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • UNIV 103 - Career Exploration


    Description:
    Designed to assist students in researching and assessing their career goals through classroom coursework and career-related interest and personality inventories.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • UNIV 109 - Introduction to Civic Engagement


    Description:
    The student will use civic engagement to identify and explore career interests and meet community needs.

    Credits: (2)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
  
  • UNIV 201 - Tutoring Strategies


    Description:
    Principles of individualized instruction for student paraprofessional tutors. Structuring tutorials, fundamental learning strategies, assessment strategies, communication skills, and integration of content mastery/learning skills.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: at least 40 college level credits.

    Credits: (1)

    Grading Basis
    Grade will be S or U.
  
  • UNIV 202 - Online Tutoring Strategies


    Description:
    Principles of individualized online instruction for student paraprofessional tutors. Structuring online tutorials, fundamental learning strategies, assessment strategies, communication skills, and integration of content mastery/learning skills.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Grade of B or higher in subject the student would like to tutor. At least 80 college-level credits, or by instructor permission.

    Credits: (1)

    Grading Basis
    Grade will be S or U.
  
  • UNIV 250 - Reading and Writing Enrichment


    Description:
    This class offers sophomores and juniors augmented instruction in reading and writing, building on concepts and skills learned in English 101 and 102.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: ENG 101 and ENG 102 and sophomore or junior standing, and a GPA of 2.5 or less.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • UNIV 295 - Introduction to Undergraduate Research


    Description:
    This class will prepare students to conduct faculty mentored research and creative expression projects.

    Credits: (2)

    Consent
    By permission.
  
  • UNIV 297 - Enrichment Course


    Description:
    Enrichment course on various topics for freshmen and sophomores to broaden their interest areas.

    Credits: (1)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
  
  • UNIV 301 - Career Management


    Description:
    Identify work suited to interests, personality, goals, and values. Maximize ability to obtain work in chosen field, manage career moves to maintain interest and growth through economic changes and life stages while minimizing economic dislocation.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • UNIV 304 - International Sustainable Development


    Description:
    Students will apply critical thinking skills, field observations, and reflective processing to explore and reveal the contextual impacts and opportunities associated with international sustainable development projects. Through cultural immersion and experiential learning in an international setting, students will engage in activities designed to broaden international perspectives while providing opportunities for personal growth. May be repeated up to 24 credits.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: acceptance into destination-based partner program.

    Credits: (5-12)

  
  • UNIV 308 - Civic Engagement Theory and Application


    Description:
    Student combines civic engagement theory and diversity sensitivity with real-world situations and major content to design and conduct a community project.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • UNIV 309 - Civic Engagement


    Description:
    Student will use program of study content knowledge to improve a community situation.

    Credits: (2)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 12 credits.
    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • UNIV 497 - Enrichment Course


    Description:
    An enrichment course on varying topics for upper-division students to explore more deeply issues of academic interest.

    Credits: (1)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • UNIV 597 - Enrichment Course


    Description:
    An enrichment course on varying topics for graduate students to explore more deeply issues in their areas of academic focus.

    Credits: (1)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.

Women’s and Gender Studies (WGS)

  
  • WGS 201 - Introduction to Women’s and Gender Studies


    Description:
    A survey of women’s and gender studies from an interdisciplinary perspective. Basic terms, concepts, theories, and research methodologies will be introduced. Gender related issues will be examined from the historical, cross-cultural and cross-national perspectives.

    Credits: (5)

    General Education Category
    SB-Perspectives on U.S. (W).
    Notes:
    Meets the General Education writing requirement.
  
  • WGS 250 - Introduction to Queer Studies


    Description:
    An interdisciplinary introduction to queer studies, investigating the historical and contemporary reality of those who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and/or queer.

    Credits: (5)

    General Education Category
    SB-Perspectives, Cultures, Experiences of U.S.
  
  • WGS 384 - Language and Gender


    Description:
    This course is designed to guide students to explore the active and rapidly expanding field of gender studies and language research dealing with how biological and cultural awareness of sexes are reflected in speech. WS 384 and ANTH 384 are cross-listed courses; students may not receive credit for both.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • WGS 398 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • WGS 488 - Capstone Project


    Description:
    This course serves as the culminating experience for the women’s and gender studies minor. Students will work with a faculty member on a service learning project, a research paper, or a creative project.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • WGS 490 - Cooperative Education


    Description:
    An individualized contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination.

    Credits: (1-12)

    Consent
    By permission.
    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • WGS 491 - Workshop


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  
  • WGS 498 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • WGS 499 - Seminar


    Credits: (1-5)


World Languages (WL)

  
  • WL 200 - World Cultures and Globalization


    Description:
    This course will explore the interaction and interdependence of cultures and identities in a globalized world through examination of various forms of cultural production in a number of global contexts.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • WL 298 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • WL 398 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • WL 401 - Introduction to Romance Linguistics


    Description:
    Analysis of the phonology, morphology, and syntax of the romance languages.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: Two years of a romance language.

    Credits: (3)

    Notes:
    Credits to be counted toward either French or Spanish major or minor.
  
  • WL 481 - Methods and Materials for Language Teaching


    Description:
    Emphasizes the practical concerns of second- and foreign-language instruction. Explores as a group the theory underlying approaches incorporated into personalized teaching styles.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: at least two 300-level courses or equivalent in a foreign language.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • WL 483 - Sociolinguistics


    Description:
    Concepts and methods of sociolinguistic analysis in first and second languages. Will examine differences among cultures in the relationship between language usage and inequality. ANTH 483 and WL 483 are cross-listed courses; students may not receive credit for both.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: either ANTH 180, ENG 180, ANTH 381, or WL 481.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • Learning Agreement Forms

    WL 490 - Cooperative Education


    Description:
    An individualized, contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination.

    Credits: (1-12)

    Consent
    Department consent.
    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • WL 491 - Workshop


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  
  • WL 498 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

 

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