Apr 16, 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

 

Sport Management (SPM)

  
  • SPM 398 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • SPM 399 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

  
  • SPM 465 - Global Perspectives in Sport


    Description:
    This course will examine sport as a global phenomenon. Emphasis will be given to international sport competition, the globalization of sport, market dynamics, and social impact. Course will be offered every year (Fall).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: SPM 101.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • SPM 490 - Sport Management Internship


    Description:
    This course will provide students with an opportunity to work in a professional setting in a sport management field of their choice. Grade will be S or U. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: sport management major with senior status, and permission of program director.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • SPM 492 - Practicum in Sport Management


    Description:
    Supervised practicum experience for sport management majors. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, and Spring).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: sport Management major with senior status, and permission of program director.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • SPM 496 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • SPM 497 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • SPM 498 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • SPM 499 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)


Stem Teaching Program (STP)

  
  • STP 298 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • STP 299 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

  
  • STP 301 - Inquiry Approaches to Teaching


    Description:
    An introduction to theory and practice for effective math and science teaching in grades K-12. This field-based career exploration course enables candidates to observe and identify essential components of content, equity, and professional practice. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: current WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • STP 302 - Inquiry Based Lesson Design


    Description:
    This field-based course builds on knowledge and skills developed in Inquiry Approaches to Teaching, emphasizing middle school learners. Candidates adapt and teach lessons that implement essential components of content, equity, and professional practice. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in STP 301 and current WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • STP 302 - Inquiry Based Lesson Design


    Description:
    This field-based course builds on knowledge and skills developed in Inquiry Approaches to Teaching, emphasizing middle school learners. Candidates adapt and teach lessons that implement essential components of content, equity, and professional practice. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in STP 301 and current WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • STP 302 - Inquiry Based Lesson Design


    Description:
    This field-based course builds on knowledge and skills developed in Inquiry Approaches to Teaching, emphasizing middle school learners. Candidates adapt and teach lessons that implement essential components of content, equity, and professional practice. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in STP 301 and current WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • STP 302A - Inquiry Approaches to Teaching and Lesson Design


    Description:
    In this field-based introductory course candidates observe and identify essential components effective math and science teaching in grades K-12. Then candidates design and teach lessons that implement essential components of content, equity, and professional practice. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:

    Prerequisites: ENG 101 and ENG 102 and one general education math course or equivalent and current WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • STP 303 - Knowing and Learning


    Description:
    Examination of learning theories and research for effective STEM teaching and assessment, including implications for content literacy, language diversity, cultural responsiveness, technology, and professionalism. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: full admittance to the CWU STEM Teaching Program and Teacher Certification Program.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • STP 304 - Classroom Interactions 1


    Description:
    Candidates plan, instruct, and assess STEM lessons based on research-supported practices. This field-based course applies principles of student centered equitable teaching to classroom context and practice. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: STP 303 and current WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • STP 305 - Classroom Interactions 2


    Description:
    Candidates plan, instruct, and assess field-based culturally responsive STEM lessons that bridge differences in language, heritage, race, socioeconomic status, and academic performance. Candidates intentionally apply culturally responsive instruction and classroom management pervasive throughout teaching. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: STP 304 and current WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • STP 306 - Project-Based Instruction


    Description:
    Candidates plan, instruct, and assess field-based STEM lessons using a project-based approach that engages learners in exploring authentic meaningful questions of concern to K12 students. Candidates apply principles of student-centered equitable teaching to inquiry-based projects. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: STP 305 and current WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • STP 307A - Functions and Modeling for STEM Teaching


    Description:
    Engages students in explorations and lab activities designed to strengthen and expand their understanding of functions at the secondary level.  Topics of investigation may include, function properties, patterns, linear, exponential, trigonometric and logistic models.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: STP 303 and MATH 153 or MATH 154 or MATH 170 or MATH 172.

    Credits: (3)

    Learner Outcomes:
    • CP*: Engage in relevant labs by collecting and analyzing data.
    • CP/PP: Demonstrate proficiency in the use of technology by collecting and analyzing data.
    • CP: Evaluate the properties of various mathematical models such as linear, quadratic, exponential, logistic, and sinusoidal.
    • CP: Evaluate sets of data to determine the most appropriate model then fit the model to the data set and use it to make predictions.
    • CP: Demonstrate accurately (oral and written) mathematical concepts and procedures.
    • CP: Model mathematically everyday problems using mathematical functions or data analysis to make sense of the everyday phenomena.
    • E: Analyze instructional strategies with regard to equitable instructional practices including strategies required to support students with special needs.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    Approved Fall 2017

  
  • STP 307B - Functions and Modeling for Secondary Mathematics


    Description:
    Candidates will use inquiry explorations and peer collaborations to derive and explain results, models, and proofs related to important secondary math concepts.  Candidates will examine the secondary math curricula relative to CCSS, math and society. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: MATH 265 and STP 303.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • STP 308 - Perspectives on Science, Mathematics and STEM Education


    Description:
    An exploration of the history and philosophies of science and mathematics in the context of public education with an emphasis on how these ideas are related and can be applied to the STEM classroom. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: STP 303.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • STP 309 - Research Methods


    Description:
    Candidates experience and apply educational, scientific, and mathematical research methods by designing, carrying-out, and communicating investigations applicable in teaching middle or secondary STEM courses. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: STP 303.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • STP 396 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • STP 397 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • STP 398 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • STP 399 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

  
  • STP 496 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • STP 497 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • STP 498 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • STP 499 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)


Supply Chain Management (SCM)

  
  • SCM 298 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • SCM 299 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

  
  • SCM 302 - Supply Chain Bootcamp


    Description:
    A detailed examination of current industry supply chains supporting manufacturing and service sectors. Includes supervised field experience, analysis education, training, and business skills application in industry setting. Grade will be S or U. May be repeated up to 4 credits.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: pre-business declaration and 2.75 collegiate GPA or instructor permission.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • SCM 310 - Supply Chain Management


    Description:
    Adoption of a supply chain orientation toward business management which emphasizes the inter-functional and inter-firm relationships that contribute to improving coordination of operations and performance of organizations that participate in various types of supply chains. Supply Chain Management certificate students also need permission from the department chair to enroll. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, and Spring).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: (BUS 221 and ECON 201 and admission to a College of Business major); OR (BUS 221 and ECON 201 and declaration of a Supply Chain Management minor); OR (Declaration of Supply Chain Management certificate and permission of department chair) OR (admission to a College of Business Graduate Program): OR (BUS 221 and ECON  201  and admission  to the  Integrated  Energy  Management Program).

    Credits: (5)

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

    • Describe the typical structure and processes associated with supply chains in different product and service oriented industries
    • Explain the concept of “Supply Chain Orientation” and how it is relevant to decision making throughout organizations.
    • Select appropriate quantitative and qualitative models used to make decisions related to forecasting, inventory management, production planning, service and other supply chain related activities.
    • Diagram and explain processes associated with lean and six sigma operations improvement practices
    • Propose the most appropriate  general supply chain strategy based on product, market, service and operational consideration
    • Construct basic process maps for different supply chain related processes related to purchasing, operations, distribution and customer relationship activities
    • Discuss current events affecting local, national and global supply chain operations and organization performance
    • Evaluate the impact of demand variation on operations and performance in different supply chains
    • Compare how different supply chain operating alternative affect service and financial performance of an organization.
    • Estimate the impact of different supply chain related operating tradeoffs on service, operational performance and financial performance
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    10/19/17

  
  • SCM 310A - Enterprise Sales and Distribution Systems Lab


    Description:
    Builds on the concepts and practices associated with sales planning and distribution covered in SCM 310. SCM 310A provides a hands-on case experience with the sales and distribution applications of an industry-based ERP system.

    Prerequisites:
    Co-requisite: SCM 310.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • SCM 396 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • SCM 397 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • SCM 398 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • SCM 399 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

  
  • SCM 420 - Lean/Six Sigma Processes


    Description:
    Development and deployment of Lean Management and Six Sigma management techniques in a manufacturing and supply chain environment.  Formerly SCM 324, students may not receive credit for both. SCM 420 and SCM 520 are layered courses; students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: BUS 221 OR by permission of FSCM department chair.

    Credits: (5)

  
  • SCM 425 - Procurement and Supply Management


    Description:
    Purchasing processes, procurement cycle analysis, research to support purchasing decisions, supplier relationship development and management, negotiations, commodity planning, costing, pricing, and value analysis related to the purchasing of products and services. Course will be offered every year (Fall and Spring).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: SCM 310 with a minimum grade of C AND admission to a College of Business Major; AND completion of the College of Business Foundation courses (ACCT 251 and ACCT 252 and BUS 221 and BUS 241 and MATH 153 or MATH 154 or MATH 170 or MATH 172 or MATH 173 and ECON 201) with a minimum C- grade in each course and a minimum collegiate GPA of 2.25) OR (SCM 310 with a minimum grade of C AND declaration of a Supply Chain Management minor or certificate); OR (SCM 310 with a minimum grade of C and admission to the Bachelor of Applied Science in Supply Chain Management Program); OR (SCM 310 with a minimum grade of C AND admission to the Integrated Energy Management Program).

    Credits: (5)

  
  • SCM 425A - Enterprise Purchasing and Materials Management Systems Lab


    Description:
    Builds on the concepts and practices associated with purchasing and materials management covered in SCM 425. SCM 425A provides a hands-on experience with the purchasing and materials management applications of an industry-base ERP system.

    Prerequisites:
    Co- or prerequisite: SCM 425.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • SCM 435 - Supply Chain Operations


    Description:
    Advanced methods and models for planning, management, and decision making involving aspects of supply chain management operations including inventory, transportation, location, purchasing, and other related analyses. Emphasizes integration and coordination of resources for productivity improvement. Course will be offered every year (Fall and Winter).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: SCM 310 with a minimum grade of C AND admission to a College of Business Major; AND completion of the College of Business Foundation courses (ACCT 251 and ACCT 252 and BUS 221 and BUS 241 and MATH 153 or MATH 154 or MATH 170 or MATH 172 or MATH 173 and ECON 201) with a minimum C- grade in each course and a minimum collegiate GPA of 2.25) OR (SCM 310 with a minimum grade of C AND declaration of a Supply Chain Management minor or certificate); OR (SCM 310 with a minimum grade of C and admission to the Bachelor of Applied Science in Supply Chain Management Program); OR (SCM 310 with a minimum grade of C AND admission to the Integrated Energy Management Program).

    Credits: (5)

  
  • SCM 435A - Enterprise Production Planning and Execution Systems Lab


    Description:
    Builds on the concepts and practices associated with production planning and execution covered in SCM 435. SCM 435A provides a hands on experience with the materials management and production applications of an
    industry-base ERP system.

    Prerequisites:
    Co- or prerequisite: SCM 435.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • SCM 450 - Logistics and Transportation


    Description:
    Logistics activities associated with warehousing and distribution of materials, sub-assemblies and finished good. Transportation mode and service assessment, selection, economics, policy and governmental regulation. Carrier selection and management. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: SCM 310 with a minimum grade of C AND admission to a College of Business Major; AND completion of the College of Business Foundation courses (ACCT 251 and ACCT 252 and BUS 221 and BUS 241 and MATH 153 or MATH 154 or MATH 170 or MATH 172 or MATH 173 and ECON 201) with a minimum C- grade in each course and a minimum collegiate GPA of 2.25) OR (SCM 310 with a minimum grade of C AND declaration of a Supply Chain Management minor or certificate); OR (SCM 310 with a minimum grade of C and admission to the Bachelor of Applied Science in Supply Chain Management Program); OR (SCM 310 with a minimum grade of C AND admission to the Integrated Energy Management Program).

    Credits: (5)

  
  • SCM 475 - Global Trade and Supply Chain Management


    Description:
    Global supply chain activities emphasizing integration of transportation, inventory, warehousing, facility location, customer service, materials handling, packaging, and information. Analysis of product and service delivery and the associated trade, cultural, and legal factors and influences. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, and Spring).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: SCM 310 with a minimum grade of C AND admission to a College of Business Major; AND completion of the College of Business Foundation courses (ACCT 251 and ACCT 252 and BUS 221 and BUS 241 and MATH 153 or MATH 154 or MATH 170 or MATH 172 or MATH 173 and ECON 201) with a minimum C- grade in each course and a minimum collegiate GPA of 2.25) OR (SCM 310 with a minimum grade of C AND declaration of a Supply Chain Management minor or certificate); OR (SCM 310 with a minimum grade of C and admission to the Bachelor of Applied Science in Supply Chain Management Program); OR (SCM 310 with a minimum grade of C AND admission to the Integrated Energy Management Program).

    Credits: (5)

  
  • SCM 480 - Supply Chain Strategy


    Description:
    Integration of concepts learned throughout supply chain curriculum into a combined analysis of comprehensive cases incorporating strategic and tactical decision making throughout the supply chain planning and implementation process.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: (SCM 310 and SCM 435 with a minimum grade of C) AND (SCM 425 and SCM 475). One of SCM 425 or SCM 475 can be taken concurrently to SCM 480. Admission to a College of Business major or declaration of a Supply Chain Management minor or certificate OR admission to the Integrated Energy Management Program.

    Credits: (5)

  
  • SCM 490 - Supply Chain Management Internship


    Description:
    An individualized, contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies focusing on Supply Chain Management related activities. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination. By department permission. May be repeated up to 20 credits. Grade will either be S or U. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: 2.8 or higher CWU cumulative gpa.

    Credits: (1-12)

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

    • Apply learning in professional workplace environment
    • Demonstrate professional behavior in the workplace
    • Substantive discipline-based outcomes developed by individual students in consult with faculty advisor
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    11/2/17

  
  • SCM 492 - Lean Six Sigma Practicum


    Description:
    Applies tools and techniques for lean and six sigma process improvement in an industry project environment. Students work in teams with faculty and industry mentor to define, measure, analyze, improve and when possible implement control mechanisms. Course will be offered every year.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: SCM 420 with a minimum grade of B.

    Credits: (5)

  
  • SCM 496 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • SCM 497 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • SCM 498 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • SCM 499 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)


Theatre Arts (TH)

  
  • TH 101 - Appreciation of Theatre and Film


    Description:
    Viewing, discussing, and comparing film and live theatre performance. AH-Aesthetic Experience.

    Credits: (4)

    General Education Category
    AH-Aesthetic Experience.

  
  • TH 107 - Introduction to Theatre


    Description:
    Overview of the basic elements of the theatre arts and dramatic structure, and the environment for production of plays. Attendance at assigned outside events is required. AH-Aesthetic Experience (W). Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter and Spring).

    Credits: (4)

    General Education Category
    AH-Aesthetic Experience (W).

  
  • TH 115 - Class Piano I


    Description:
    Foundations of piano for Musical Theatre majors. The first course in a three course sequence.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • TH 116 - Class Piano II


    Description:
    Foundations of piano for Musical Theatre majors. The second course in a three course sequence.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: TH 115, or permission of instructor.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • TH 117 - Class Piano III


    Description:
    Foundations of piano for Musical Theatre majors. The third course in a three course sequence.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: TH 116, Class Piano II, or permission of instructor.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • TH 140 - Introduction to Theatre Design


    Description:
    An introduction to the basic elements of design used to create unified scenery, costume, lighting, makeup, and sound designs with an emphasis in research and conceptualization.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 143 - Private Voice Lessons


    Description:
    Individual vocal instruction in the musical theatre style. By permission. May be repeated for credit. Grade will either be S or U.

    Credits: (1-4)

  
  • TH 144 - Foundations of Acting


    Description:
    Introduction to the theory and practice of acting craft, development of the actor’s tools, basic acting techniques, including pantomime, vocal conditioning, improvisation, and scene study.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 145 - Foundations of Acting II


    Description:
    Continuation of the theory and practice of acting craft, development of the actor’s tools, basic acting techniques.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: TH 144.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 148 - Actor Conditioning - Monologue


    Description:
    Theory, technique, and practice of the acting craft with emphasis on choosing, analyzing, researching, and preparing monologues for audition and performance. May be repeated for credit. Grade will either be S or U.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: TH 244.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • TH 161 - Intro to Technology 1: Costumes and Makeup


    Description:
    Basic introduction to costume construction and makeup application for the theatre. Emphasis on terminology, safe operating procedures and equipment use, basic techniques, and material identification. Required Lab.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the BFA musical theatre or BFA performance specializations.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 162 - Intro to Technology 2: Scenery and Lighting


    Description:
    Basic introduction to scenic construction and lighting systems common to the theatre. Emphasis on terminology, safe operating procedures and equipment use, basic techniques, and material identification. Required Lab.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the BFA musical theatre or BFA performance specializations.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 166 - Theory of Play Production


    Description:
    Theories of production are explored through basic script analysis and the examination of protocol and procedures in the resident production company and a variety of world theatre models.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 201 - Dance Production Application


    Description:
    Skills learned in the classroom are applied to dance production work for public presentation. May be repeated up to 12 credits.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the theatre major.

    Credits: (1-3)

  
  • TH 202 - Performance Studio


    Description:
    Skills learned in the classroom are applied to performance in studio work, which may be presented publicly. May be repeated up to 24 credits.

    Credits: (1-3)

  
  • TH 207 - Introduction to Children’s Drama (Put on reserve by department 9/16/15)


    Description:
    History, literature, and aesthetics of children’s drama techniques in the United States and throughout the world. Put on reserve by department 9/16/15, will go inactive 8/24/18.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 215 - Music Fundamentals I


    Description:
    Basic concepts of the fundamentals of music theory dealing with notation, melody, rhythm and harmony as demonstrated through written and aural analysis.  This course is the first in a three-course harmony sequence.  Courses must be taken in sequence.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: completion of MUS 152A with a B- or above or concurrent enrollment.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 216 - Music Fundamentals II


    Description:
    Basic concepts of the fundamentals of music theory dealing with notation, melody, rhythm and harmony as demonstrated through written and aural analysis.  This course is the second in a three-course harmony sequence.  Courses must be taken in sequence.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: completion of TH 215 with a B- or above and MUS 153A with a B- or above, or concurrent enrollment in MUS153A.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 217 - Music Fundamentals III


    Description:
    Basic concepts of the fundamentals of music theory dealing with notation, melody, rhythm and harmony as demonstrated through written and aural analysis.  This course is the third in a three-course harmony sequence.  Courses must be taken in sequence.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: completion of TH 216 with a B- or above, and completion of MUS 154A with a B- or above or concurrent
    enrollment in MUS154A.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 243 - Singing for Actors


    Description:
    An introduction to the mechanics of singing as applied to presentations of theatrical show music. May be repeated for up to 9 credits.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • TH 244 - Basic Acting I


    Description:
    Theory and practice of essentials of acting craft-development of the actor’s tools, the voice, body, and imagination. Introduction to Stanislavski method, with viewpoints and composition.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 245 - Basic Acting II


    Description:
    Theory and practic of essential acting craft–development of the actor’s tools, the voice, body, and imagination. Physical theatre techniques, improvisation, scene study.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: TH 244.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 246 - Basic Acting III


    Description:
    Theory and practice of essential acting craft–development of the actor’s tools, the voice, body, and imagination. Concentration on physical theatre techniques, scene study, and text analysis.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: TH 245.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 248 - Vocal Conditioning for the Actor


    Description:
    Study and application of the techniques used in the development of the actor’s foundational vocal conditioning.

    Prerequisites:
    Co-requisite: TH 245.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • TH 249 - Vocal Conditioning for the Actor II


    Description:
    Study and application of the techniques used in the development of the actor’s foundational vocal shaping.

    Prerequisites:
    Co-requisite: TH 246.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • TH 252 - Stage Dance


    Description:
    Dance techniques as they pertain to theatre, such as Contemporary Musical Theatre Jazz, Musical Theatre Tap, Golden Age, Fosse, and others. May be repeated up to 6 credits if topic differs.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • TH 256 - Sound and Mixing - Aesthetics and Essentials


    Description:
    Students will gain an understanding of how to mix on a digital console. Audio/sound aesthetics and fundamentals will also be the focus of this course. FILM 256 and TH 256 are cross-listed; students may not receive credit for both.

    Credits: (3)

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

    • Demonstrate competency on a digital and analog mixing board
    • Display an ability to mix a multi-source input into a coherent and fluid mix.
    • Display fundamental skills on how to maintain and dress microphones on an actor
    • Display basic audio connection and hardware skills.
    • Demonstrate the ability to successfully mix live microphones.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    3/31/16

  
  • TH 261 - Costume Technology


    Description:
    Basic theory and study of costume construction and fabrication for the theatre. Emphasis on terminology, safe operating procedures of sewing machinery, basic stitches, and fabric identification. Lab required.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the theatre BA or BFA; or apparel design minor.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 266 - Theatre Drafting


    Description:
    Supervised study and practice of drafting theatrical sets, properties, and light plots.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the theatre major.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 267 - Scene Technology


    Description:
    Scene construction, rigging, painting, and shifting techniques. Lab required.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the theatre BA or BFA.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 268 - Lighting Technology


    Description:
    Applied study of lighting instruments, lighting accessories, hanging, cabling, focusing, lighting control systems, safety, and maintenance. Lab required.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the theatre arts BA or BFA, or film and video studies major.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 270 - Stage Makeup


    Description:
    The history, functions, materials, and techniques of makeup as a theatrical art. Production application required.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: TH 166.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 278 - Creative Drama in the Classroom


    Description:
    Theories and practices of theatre and drama as an educational and social tool. Creating theatre for and with youth. Includes opportunities to create and utilize techniques in both performance and learning environments. Course will be offered every year (Summer).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the Theatre Education BFA, or permission.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 290 - Cooperative Education Portfolio


    Description:
    A collection of individualized contracted field experiences with the industry. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, with a cooperating employer, under faculty coordination, that must be completed prior to the first experience to be included in the portfolio. By permission. May be repeated up to 6 credits. Grade will either be S or U.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • TH 294 - International Theatre Experience Preparation


    Description:
    Preparation and planning toward a significant international experience where students explore culture, art, norms and society. Attention to itinerary, visa and passport requirements. Travel fees will be assessed as part of this course in anticipation of the overall cost of the international travel. OISP fee applies. May be repeated for credit up to 5 credits as topic changes. Grade will be S or U.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • TH 295 - Theatre Education Portfolio


    Description:
    Live Text portfolio will be employed to build professional portfolios, documenting theatre training, and compliance with state certification and NCATE standards. May be repeated for credit. Grade will either be S or U.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • TH 298 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • TH 299 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • TH 300 - Rehearsal and Performance


    Description:
    Open only to non-majors participating in theatre arts productions. Does not satisfy any requirement for the major. Course meets with appropriate application course and instructor. May be repeated for credit.

    Credits: (1-2)

  
  • TH 301 - Production Application


    Description:
    Skills learned in the classroom are applied to production work for public presentation. Different sections will be offered for participants in each area of the production team. May be repeated up to 18 credits.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admitted to the theatre arts major or dance performance minor.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 302 - Performance Application


    Description:
    Skills learned in the classroom are applied to performance work on productions for public presentation. May be repeated up to 18 credits.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the theatre major.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 303 - Management Application


    Description:
    Skills learned in the classroom are applied to stage management work on productions for public presentation. May be repeated up to 18 credits.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the theatre major.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 312 - Creative Dramatics in School and Leisure (Put on reserve by department 9/16/15)


    Description:
    Theory and practice of dramatic improvisation as a stimulus for learning and creative recreation. Focus on exploratory drama for language acquisition and social interaction. Put on reserve by department 9/16/15, will go inactive 9/16/18.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • TH 313 - Writing for Theatre for Young Audiences


    Description:
    Study, practice, and creation of original works of Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) focusing on playwriting. Topics include TYA subcategories: Theatre for the Very Young, Children’s Theatre, Young Adult Theatre, and Crossover. Course will be offered on even numbered years (Spring). May be repeated up to 6 credits.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: TH 166, or admission to the creative writing minor.

    Credits: (3)

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

    • Apply the collaborative process through theatre work
    • Describe the process of generating dramatic literature and techniques for producing and creating plays for different age groups
    • Identify and apply elements, processes and tools within playwriting
    • Create new works through the playwriting process
    • Create new works for different age groups and diverse populations
    • Describe and critique the strengths and weakness of their own work as well as the work of their peers.
    • Identify and evaluate techniques of adapting children’s literature for the stage in existing plays and scripts
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/15/18

  
  • TH 329 - Directing I


    Description:
    Participation in and direction of fundamentals of applied directing.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: TH 144 or TH 244 or instructor permission.

    Credits: (3)

 

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