May 01, 2024  
2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2017-2018 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

 

Construction Management (CMGT)

  
  • CMGT 450 - Soils and Foundations


    Description:
    An introduction to soil mechanics and analysis and design of both shallow and deep foundations. Three hours lecture and two hours of lab. Permission by instructor. Course will be offered every year (Fall).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: ETSC 312 and either CMGT 346 or CMGT 347.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • CMGT 452 - LEED in Sustainable Construction


    Description:
    The process using LEED as a measurement for sustainable construction. The course covers benefits and mechanisms of green building, cost analyses, and professional problem solving. CMGT 452 and ETSC 552 are equivalent courses; students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Spring).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: CMGT 265.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • CMGT 455 - Principles of Construction Management


    Description:
    Fundamental tools of construction management. Topics include contract management, scheduling, cost estimating, cost control, conflict management, negotiating, team building, quality control, safety, and a capstone project.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: CMGT 447 and either CMGT 444 or CMGT 445.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • CMGT 456 - Principles of Heavy Civil Construction Management


    Description:
    Fundamental tools of heavy civil highway construction management. Topics include contract management, scheduling, cost estimating, cost control, conflict management, negotiating, team building, quality control, safety, and a capstone project.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: CMGT 447 and CMGT 344 or CMGT 345.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • CMGT 460 - Concrete Construction


    Description:
    Manufacturing and testing of concrete, field practices, and formwork. Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: IET 312, CMGT 346 or CMGT 347, and CMGT 440 or CMGT 441.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • CMGT 461 - Pavement Design and Construction


    Description:
    An introduction to flexible and rigid pavement design and construction including pavement types, materials, construction methods, and maintenance concerns.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: IET 312, and either CMGT 346 or CMGT 347.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • CMGT 481 - Construction Management Capstone


    Description:
    Students work in teams to prepare a cost estimate, schedule, site mobilization plan, and safety plan and present to an industry representative for a negotiated construction project. Three hours lecture and two hours of lab. Permission by instructor. Course will be offered every year (Spring).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: CMGT 346 or CMGT 347 and CMGT 455 or CMGT 456.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • CMGT 485 - Construction Accounting, Finance, and Contemporary Topics


    Description:
    The process using LEED as a measurement for sustainable construction. The course covers benefits and mechanisms of green building, cost analyses, and professional problem solving. CMGT 452 and ETSC 552 are equivalent courses; students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Spring).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: CMGT 265.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • CMGT 488 - Professional Certification


    Description:
    A comprehensive review of professional construction management principles and technical skills in preparation for a national certification examination. Grade will either be S or U.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: CMGT 444 or CMGT 445.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • CMGT 495 - Construction Management Competition Preparation


    Description:
    Students work in teams to prepare for construction management competition. Teams develop cost, schedule, site layout, and safety plans for a major construction project. Students will compete in the Associated Schools of Construction competition in Reno, Nevada. May be repeated for credit. Grade will either be S or U.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: CMGT 344.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • CMGT 495A - Construction Management Competition Preparation - Fall


    Description:
    Students work in teams to prepare for the Associated Schools of Construction (ASC) competition. Teams develop cost, schedule, site layout, and safety plans for a major construction project. Students will compete in the ASC competition in Reno, Nevada. One hour lecture and two hours lab per week. Permission by instructor. Course will be offered every year (Fall).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: CMGT 344 or CMGT 345.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • CMGT 495B - Construction Management Competition Preparation - Winter


    Description:
    Students work in teams to prepare for the Associated Schools of Construction (ASC) competition. Teams develop cost, schedule, site layout, and safety plans for a major construction project. Students will compete in the ASC competition in Reno, Nevada. One hour lecture and two hours lab per week. Permission by instructor. Course will be offered every year (Winter).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: CMGT 495A.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • CMGT 496 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • CMGT 497 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • CMGT 498 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • CMGT 499 - Seminar


    Credits: (1-5)


Craft Brewing (CRBW)

  
  • CRBW 298 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • CRBW 299 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

  
  • CRBW 312 - Brewing Microbiology


    Description:
    An introduction to the biology of yeasts and other organisms important in the craft brewing industry. Includes the application of laboratory methods useful in brewing and quality control. Students must be 21 years of age or older.  Formerly BIOL 312, students may not receive credit for both.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: CHEM 101 or CHEM 111 or CHEM 181 and MATH 153 with a grade of C or higher and acceptance to the Certificate Program or Brewing Program.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Describe the major groups of spoilage organisms and their effects on finished beer.
    • Demonstrate use a light microscope and appropriate staining techniques to visualize and identify microorganisms.
    • Describe how yeast contribute to compositional features, biochemistry, flavors and aromas of beer.
    • Demonstrate appropriate techniques for the isolation and laboratory culture of yeasts and spoilage organisms including all appropriate safety measures.
    • Use appropriate techniques to evaluate number and viability of yeasts during yeast production.
    • Experiment with factors that influence the growth, reproduction and metabolism of yeasts and spoilage organisms in beer production.
    • Develop and interpret spider graphs for aroma and flavor descriptors.
    • Diagnose spoilage organisms that contribute to brewing faults.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/05/15

  
  • CRBW 317 - Principles and Biochemistry of Brewing


    Description:
    An introduction to the principles of brewing and biochemistry of fermentation processes important in the craft brewing industry. Includes the application of laboratory methods useful in product evaluation and quality control. Students must be 21 years of age or older.  Formerly BIOL 317, students may not receive credit for both.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: CHEM 101 or CHEM 111 or CHEM 181 and MATH 153 with a grade of C or higher and acceptance to the Certificate Program or Brewing Program.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Explain the compositional features and biochemistry of the four-essential brewing raw materials: malt, hops, water and yeast and how they transformed through the brewing process and contribute to beer styles.
    • Describe the history of brewing and technological changes that have occurred in the transformation of the four basic ingredients.
    • Demonstrate techniques and use of equipment to analyze pH, specific gravity, and hop bitterness.
    • Diagram the brewing and malting process and the use of equipment at each stage.
    • Demonstrate brewing process, standard operating procedures and safe use of equipment.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/05/15

  
  • CRBW 360 - Brewing Process Technology


    Description:
    Study of brewing technology including equipment and processes from the brewhouse through packaging and distribution. Topics include factors that affect product quality. Formerly IET 360, students may not receive credit for both.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: CHEM 101 and CHEM 111 or CHEM 181 and MATH 153 with a grade of C or higher. Student must also be admitted to the Craft Brewing Program.

    Credits: (3)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Calculate parameters for brewhouse processes
    • Analyze heating and cooling loads of brewing processes
    • Describe common cleaning and sanitation processes used in craft brewing systems
    • Identify process control parameters in the brewing process that affect product consistency 
    • Identify factors in the brewery and distribution channels that affect product quality
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    3/17/16

  
  • CRBW 396 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • CRBW 397 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • CRBW 398 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • CRBW 399 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

  
  • CRBW 450 - Sensory Analysis for Brewing


    Description:
    Advanced sensory analysis of beer styles for quality control, recipe development, and identification of ingredients in the brewing process. Must be 21 years old.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: CRBW 317, acceptance to the Craft Brewing Program.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Evaluate the aromas and flavors of beers for style and quality control.
    • Diagnose beer faults with respect to brewing processes.
    • Evaluate historical production of classic beer styles based on ingredients and brewing practices.
    • Design a multiple facility quality control program for beer production using an appropriate experimental design.
    • Develop and interpret spider graphs for aroma and flavor descriptors.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/05/15

  
  • CRBW 470 - Current Topics in Brewing


    Description:
    An in-depth analysis of a specific topic within the field of brewing. Current literature and research will be reviewed, analyzed, and discussed. May be repeated up to 12 credits.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: Acceptance to the Craft Brewing Program. Must be 21 years old.

    Credits: (1-6)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Synthesize current brewing and chemistry literature related to brewing and research.
    • Evaluate and assess current methods and practices of a variety of contemporary brewing topics.
    • Compare and contrast brewing and chemical processes related to the current topic (e.g. mashing, malting, hopping, packaging, costs, brewery design etc).
    • Calculate use and costs of ingredients, materials, and labor related to the current topic.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    10/15/15

  
  • CRBW 490 - Cooperative Education


    Description:
    An individualized contracted field experience in the brewing industry. A learning agreement is created to identify and plan the directed and supervised study. Must be 21 years old. May be repeated up to 18 credits.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: CRBW 317, acceptance to the Craft Brewing Program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • CRBW 495 - Brewing Research Methods


    Description:
    Conduct brewing research projects using pilot brewing equipment. May be repeated up to 15 credits.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: CRBW 317. Acceptance to the Craft Brewing Program. Must be 21 years old.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Propose a brewing research project and evaluate the results.
    • Make calculations relevant for brewing and their research project.
    • Operate the pilot brewing equipment to perform their proposed brewing experiment.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    10/15/15

  
  • CRBW 496 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • CRBW 497 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • CRBW 498 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated up to 12 credits.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: acceptance to the Craft Brewing Program.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • CRBW 499 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated up to 12 credits.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: acceptance to the Craft Brewing Program.

    Credits: (1-5)


Dance (DNCE) Formerly PED

  
  • DNCE 101 - Modern Technique I


    Description:
    Beginning modern dance theory and technique. Introduction of dance terminology and principles of movement dynamics. May be repeated up to 4 credits. Formerly PED 101, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered on on odd numbered years (Fall).

    Credits: (2)

  
  • DNCE 102 - Modern Technique I


    Description:
    Continuation of modern technique and theory at the intermediate beginner level. Continued work on movement dynamics and compositional explorations. May be repeated up to 4 credits. Course will be offered on on odd numbered years (Winter). Formerly PED 102, students may not receive credit for both.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 101 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • DNCE 103 - Modern Technique I


    Description:
    Continuation of modern technique and theory at the advanced beginner level. Emphasis on performance qualities and group dynamics. May be repeated up to 4 credits. Course will be offered on on odd numbered years (Summer). Formerly PED 103, students may not receive credit for both.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 102 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • DNCE 104 - Ballet Technique I


    Description:
    This is an introductory level course in classical Ballet technique, including barre, center work and enchainments (center combinations). No prior experience necessary. May be repeated up to 4 credits. Course will be offered every year (Fall). Formerly PED 104, students may not receive credit for both.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • DNCE 105 - Ballet Technique I


    Description:
    A continuation of classical Ballet technique at the intermediate beginner level. The course will include barre, center work and enchainments (center combinations). May be repeated up to 4 credits. Course will be offered every year (Winter). Formerly PED 105, students may not receive credit for both.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 104 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • DNCE 106 - Ballet Technique I


    Description:
    This course will cover classical Ballet technique at the advanced beginner level. The course will include barre, center work and enchainments (center combinations). May be repeated up to 4 credits. Course will be offered every year (Spring). Formerly PED 106, students may not receive credit for both.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 105 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • DNCE 112 - Dance Performance


    Description:
    Open to individuals participating in performances of Orchesis Dance Company.  May be repeated for 12 credits. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter and Spring). Formerly PED 112, students may not receive credit for both.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 116 - Beginning Folk Dance


    Description:
    Traditional recreational dances of various countries. Formerly PED 116, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer).

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 121 - Tap Dance I


    Description:
    Formerly PED 121, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer).

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 122 - Tap Dance II


    Description:
    Formerly PED 122, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 121.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 130 - American Style Ballroom Dance I


    Description:
    Course includes Social Foxtrot, Waltz, Triple step Swing, Cha Cha and Tango at the beginning level. May be repeated up to 3 credits. Course will be offered every year (Fall).

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 131 - American Style Ballroom Dance II


    Description:
    Continuation of Social Foxtrot, Waltz, Triple step Swing, Cha Cha, and Tango at the intermediate level. May be repeated up to 3 credits. Course will be offered every year (Winter).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 130 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 132 - American Style Ballroom Dance III


    Description:
    Continuation of Social Foxtrot, Waltz, Triple step Swing, Cha Cha and Tango at the advanced level. May be repeated up to 3 credits. Course will be offered every year (Spring).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 131 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 133 - International Standard Ballroom Dance I


    Description:
    Course includes, Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Viennese Waltz, and Quickstep at the beginning level. May be repeated up to 3 credits. Course will be offered every year (Fall).

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 134 - International Standard Ballroom Dance II


    Description:
    Continuation of Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Viennese Waltz, and Quickstep at the intermediate level. May be repeated up to 3 credits. Course will be offered every year (Winter).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 133 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 135 - International Standard Ballroom Dance III


    Description:
    Continuation of Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Viennese Waltz, and Quickstep at the advanced level. May be repeated up to 3 credits. Formerly PED 135, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Spring).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 134 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 136 - International Latin Ballroom Dance I


    Description:
    Course includes Rumba, Cha Cha, Samba, Paso Doble, and Jive at the beginning level.  May be repeated up to 3 credits. Formerly PED 136, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Fall).

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 137 - International Latin Ballroom Dance II


    Description:
    Continuation of Rumba, Cha Cha, Samba, Paso Doble, and Jive at the intermediate level. May be repeated up to 3 credits. Formerly PED 137, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Winter).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 136 or instructor permission. 

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 138 - International Latin Ballroom Dance III


    Description:
    Continuation of Rumba, Cha Cha, Samba, Paso Doble, and Jive at the advanced level. May be repeated up to 3 credits. Formerly PED 138, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Spring).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 137 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 141 - Jazz Dance I


    Description:
    Formerly PED 141, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer).

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 142 - Jazz Dance II


    Description:
    Formerly PED 142, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 141.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 143 - Jazz Dance III


    Description:
    Advanced level jazz dance technique. Formerly PED 143, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer).

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 150 - Mat Pilates


    Description:
    A beginning and intermediate-level class, mat pilates is designed to increase core strength, coordination and flexibility. Formerly PED 150, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer).

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 155 - Pointe and Variations


    Description:
    This course will introduce pre-pointe and pointe work techniques in strengthening and alignment specific to the legs, ankles, and feet. Ballet variations from historically significant ballet productions will be studied and learned. May be repeated for 12 credits. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter and Spring). Formerly PED 155, students may not receive credit for both.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: DNCE 104 and DNCE 105 and DNCE 106 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 156 - Partnering


    Description:
    This course is designed to introduce beginning level techniques in basic dance partnering. Students will learn how to transfer weight, improve core strength and safely perform lifts with their partner. May be repeated for 4 credits. Formerly PED 156, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Winter).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: DNCE 101 or DNCE 104 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 161 - Cultural History of Dance


    Description:
    A survey course in the evolution of dance through the ages with emphasis on the major forces that have influenced dance in the 20th century. AH-Aesthetic Experience. Formerly PED 161, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer).

    Credits: (4)

    General Education Category
    AH-Aesthetic Experience.

  
  • DNCE 198 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • DNCE 201 - Modern Technique II


    Description:
    Continuation of modern technique and theory at the Beginning/intermediate level. Exploration of various styles in Modern dance. May be repeated up to 4 credits. Course will be offered on odd numbered years (Fall).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: DNCE 101 and DNCE 102 and DNCE 103.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • DNCE 202 - Modern Technique II


    Description:
    Intermediate level modern dance technique and theory. Continuation of series. Emphasis on timing, articulation and performance qualities. May be repeated up to 4 credits. Course will be offered on odd numbered years (Winter).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 201 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • DNCE 203 - Modern Technique II


    Description:
    Continuation of modern technique and theory at the advanced/intermediate level. Emphasis on advanced technique and use of movement qualities. May be repeated up to 4 credits. Course will be offered on odd numbered years (Spring).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 202 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • DNCE 204 - Ballet Technique II


    Description:
    Continued training in classical ballet techniques at a beginning/intermediate level, including barre and center work.  Increased emphasis on beats, multiple turns, and jumps. May be repeated for 4 credits. Formerly PED 204, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Fall).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 104 and DNCE 105 and DNCE 106 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • DNCE 205 - Ballet Technique II


    Description:
    Continued training in classical ballet at the intermediate level, including barre and center work. Increased emphasis on beats multiple turns and jumps. By permission. May be repeated for 4 credits. Formerly PED 205, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered on even numbered years (Winter).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 204 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • DNCE 206 - Ballet Technique II


    Description:
    Continued training in classical ballet technique at the advanced intermediate level, including barre and center work. Increased emphasis on beats, multiple turns and jumps.  May be repeated for 4 credits. Formerly PED 206, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered on even numbered years (Spring).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 205 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • DNCE 212 - Dance Performance


    Description:
    By audition. Participation in 2-4 pieces of choreography for performances of the Orchesis Dance Company. Permission by instructor. May be repeated for up to 18 credits. Formerly PED 212, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter and Spring).

    Credits: (2)

  
  • DNCE 298 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • DNCE 299 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

  
  • DNCE 300 - Dance Composition


    Description:
    This course is an introduction to dance composition. The students will explore movement invention through improvisation, readings and discussion. Through this exploration students will begin to discover the choreographic process as well as their choreographic voice. Course will be offered on even numbered years (Fall).

    Credits: (3)

  
  • DNCE 304 - Ballet Technique III


    Description:
    Beginning Advanced training in classical Ballet technique. Emphasis on developing performance quality movement, musicality and attention to detail. May be repeated up to 4 credits. Course will be offered on even numbered years (Fall).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE  204 and DNCE 205 and DNCE 206 or permission.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • DNCE 305 - Ballet Technique III


    Description:
    Intermediate Advanced training in classical Ballet technique. Emphasis on developing performance quality movement, musicality and attention to detail. May be repeated for 4 credits. Course will be offered on even numbered years (Winter).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 304 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • DNCE 306 - Ballet Technique III


    Description:
    Advanced training in classical Ballet technique. Emphasis on developing performance quality movement, musicality and attention to detail. May be repeated up to 4 credits. Course will be offered on even numbered years (Spring).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 305 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • DNCE 309 - Teaching Methods: Recreational Dance


    Description:
    Knowledge of skills necessary in the teaching of various forms of recreational dance styles. Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week. Formerly PED 309, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer).

    Credits: (3)

  
  • DNCE 311 - Music for Dance - Rhythms and Resources


    Description:
    A study of rhythmic concepts as related to dance movements and composition; an introduction to music resources emphasizing composer/choreographer collaborations. Course will be offered on odd numbered years (Fall). Formerly PED 211, students may not receive credit for both.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • DNCE 312 - Dance Performance


    Description:
    By audition. Participation in choreography for performances of the Orchesis Dance Company. May be repeated up to 18 credits. By permission of instructor. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, and Spring).

    Credits: (3)

  
  • DNCE 314 - Dance for Children


    Description:
    Strategies for teaching dance in elementary education, including creative dance, rhythmic exploration, use of props, unit plan development, and methods of assessment. Formerly PED 314, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: current WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • DNCE 315 - Teaching Methods: Modern and Ballet Dance


    Description:
    Teaching methods for modern and ballet technique classes which emphasizes the development of critical and creative thinking skills, observations skills, and assessment skills. May be repeated up to 8 credits. Formerly PED 315, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered on odd numbered years (Winter).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: DNCE 101 and DNCE 104.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • DNCE 355 - Principles of Functional Alignment for Dance


    Description:
    This course is a study of anatomical principles that apply to dance training and performance. Emphasis on optimal dance posture and efficient movement by gaining an understanding of the bones, joints and muscles in movement. Course will be offered on odd numbered years (Spring).

    Credits: (3)

  
  • DNCE 360 - Dance Injury Prevention


    Description:
    The purpose of this course is to explore dance related injuries and their most common causes, analyze movement tendencies, and investigate research to reduce injury, expel myths and enhance performance. Course will be offered on odd numbered years (Spring).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 355.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • DNCE 396 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • DNCE 397 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • DNCE 398 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • DNCE 399 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

  
  • DNCE 401 - Choreography


    Description:
    The study and practice of choreographic techniques and tools utilizing creative problem solving. May be repeated up to 8 credits. Formerly PED 301, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered on on odd numbered years (Fall).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: DNCE 300.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • DNCE 402 - Dance Production


    Description:
    Aspects of organizing and mounting a dance production, including scheduling, programming, publicity, costuming, lighting, and sound design.  May be repeated up to 8 credits. Formerly PED 302, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered on even numbered years (Winter).

    Credits: (4)

  
  • DNCE 420 - Capstone Project


    Description:
     

     

    Students will design an online portfolio developed on a personal website, which represents a comprehensive synthesis of the knowledge they have gained during their years in the program in the areas of choreography, research, and performance. May be repeated up to 3 credits. By premission of instructor. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, and Spring).

    Credits: (1)

  
  • DNCE 495 - Practicum


    Description:
    Dance teaching practicum. Students will teach dance in a variety of settings including K-12, private studios, special education and geriatrics. May be repeated up to 12 credits. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: DNCE 309 and DNCE 314 or DNCE 315 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: (1-4)

  
  • DNCE 496 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • DNCE 497 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • DNCE 498 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • DNCE 499 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)


Douglas Honors College (DHC)

  
  • DHC 140 - Humanistic Understanding I


    Description:
    Variable topic. Courses in the humanities focuses on the analysis and interpretation of human stories of the past, present, and future in order to understand the processes of continuity and change in individuals and cultures through both documented and imaginative accounts. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the Douglas Honors College.

    Credits: (5)

  
  • DHC 141 - Humanistic Understanding II


    Description:
    Variable topic. Courses in the humanities focuses on the analysis and interpretation of human stories of the past, present, and future in order to understand the processes of continuity and change in individuals and cultures through both documented and imaginative accounts. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the Douglas Honors College.

    Credits: (5)

  
  • DHC 150 - Aesthetic Experience I


    Description:
    Variable topic. Courses in this area explore questions about the nature of art; to understand, interrogate, and engage in the creative process; and to explore the connections between art, culture, and history. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the Douglas Honors College.

    Credits: (5)

  
  • DHC 151 - Aesthetic Experience II


    Description:
    Variable topic. Courses in this area explore questions about the nature of art; to understand, interrogate, and engage in the creative process; and to explore the connections between art, culture, and history. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the Douglas Honors College.

    Credits: (5)

  
  • DHC 160 - Physical and Biological Systems I


    Description:
    Variable topic. Courses in this area study physical and life systems, provide basic methods for rigorously describing the natural world, or treat social, economic, technological, ethical, or other implications of natural phenomena. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the Douglas Honors College.

    Credits: (5)

  
  • DHC 161 - Physical and Biological Systems II


    Description:
    Variable topic. Courses in this area study physical and life systems, provide basic methods for rigorously describing the natural world, or treat social, economic, technological, ethical or other implications of natural phenomena. Students will perform scientific inquiry and experimentation in a laboratory setting. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the Douglas Honors College.

    Credits: (5)

  
  • DHC 250 - Social and Behavioral Dynamics I


    Description:
    Variable Topic. Courses focus on how individuals, cultures, and societies operate and evolve and introduce disciplined ways of thinking about individuals and groups. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the Douglas Honors College.

    Credits: (5)

  
  • DHC 251 - Social and Behavioral Dynamics II


    Description:
    Variable topic. Courses focus on how individuals, cultures, and societies operate and evolve and introduce disciplined ways of thinking about individuals and groups. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the Douglas Honors College.

    Credits: (5)

 

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