| ARA121 | Elementary Modern Standard Arabic I | An introduction to the phonology and writing systems of modern standard Arabic and its basic vocabulary and fundamental structures. This course offers combined training in listening, speaking, reading, and writing through dialogues, texts, and narra... |
| ARA122 | Elementary Modern Standard Arabic II | A continuation of the mastery of Arabic phonology, basic vocabulary, and fundamental syntax. This course puts emphasis on oral reading and writing practice based on selected texts from Islamic literature, including the Qur'an and Hadith. |
| ARA221 | Intermediate Modern Standard Arabic I | Expansion of the student's understanding of the Arabic language with active vocabulary and structure and the development of reading and oral skills. Selected readings include texts and narratives from various genres of Arabic prose literature. |
| ARA222 | Intermediate Modern Standard Arabic II | This course continues to expand the knowledge of Arabic grammar, with emphasis in verbal and written communication. Films, readings and materials from newspapers, magazines, and media are utilized so students explore the Arabic-speaking world and cul... |
| ART121 | Introduction to Art | This course will introduce students to an appreciation of the visual arts through an intercultural, social/historical approach. The course will also emphasize the nature of the creative process, integrating a study of the conceptual principles, with... |
| ART122 | Two Dimensional Design | This course is a basic studio experience for those interested in fine arts, commercial arts or art education. Students will carry out a series of problems relating to the elements and principles of two-dimensional design. The course will develop the... |
| ART123 | Color and Design Techniques | This studio course is a continuation of ART 122 that focuses on two dimensional design concepts, principles, and techniques. Use of color techniques and development will be focused on through a variety of mediums.Note: Additional materials beyond tho... |
| ART124 | Drawing I | This course provides students with an introduction to drawing concepts and processes through freehand application. Throughout the course, in-class and out-of-class assignments will stress linear and tonal approaches to describe objects drawn from dir... |
| ART127 | Drawing II | This is a second level drawing course in which freehand linear, tonal, and color approaches will be used to describe the relationships of objects and spaces drawn from direct observation. All work will build off of basic drawing principles. Compositi... |
| ART128 | Watercolor I | This course explores the methods and techniques of water-soluble painting media with an emphasis on developing knowledge of compositional elements in watercolor. Note: Additional materials beyond those covered by course or lab fees will be required.... |
| ART129 | Photography I | This course introduces students to the principles of the photographic process from picture taking to printing. Emphasis is placed on historical photographs to illustrate these principles. The course includes the use of cameras, darkroom equipment, fi... |
| ART149 | Digital Photography I | This course covers the capture, processing, and output of digital images. Digital camera and scanner input technology, as well as inkjet and electronic media output are explored. Technical instruction in Adobe Photoshop image processing software will... |
| ART220 | Watercolor II | This course is a continuation of Watercolor I with emphasis on advanced investigation of aesthetic concerns of water-based media. The course covers development of sophisticated ideas and techniques through directed experimentation. Various aqueous me... |
| ART221 | Three Dimensional Design | This course is a studio experience intended to introduce students to three-dimensional design through the use of a variety of materials, processes and concepts. The course stresses the technical aspects of design, construction, problem solving, and p... |
| ART222 | Computer Art I | This course presents a computer software-based approach to produce art. Visual image manipulation and generation will be stressed, including the integration of computer hardware, software, and peripheral devices as tools to manufacture, capture, and... |
| ART223 | Sculpture I | This course is an introduction to the processes of creating three-dimensional sculptural art forms. Students will be exposed to a variety of techniques, materials, and equipment used by artists to create sculpture.Note: Additional materials beyond th... |
| ART224 | Painting I | This course will expose students to the methods and techniques of various painting media to develop knowledge of composition. The course will concentrate on the basic techniques of the direct and indirect methods of oil painting.Note: Additional mate... |
| ART225 | Figure Drawing | Continuation of basic drawing with the application of drawing techniques and concepts as related to the figure.Note: Additional materials beyond those covered by course or lab fees will be required. See course syllabus for a list of materials and app... |
| ART226 | Ceramics I | This beginning ceramics course covers basic handbuilding (pinching, coiling, and slab building), wheel throwing (basic cylinder and bowl forms), and glaze techniques. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of the ceramic process and ceramics as a fi... |
| ART227 | Painting II | This course is an advanced study of the methods and techniques of the various painting media, as well as problems of composition. Emphasis is on the development of ideas, content and technique.Note: Additional materials beyond those covered by course... |
| ART228 | Sculpture II | This is an advanced course designed to help students understand the development of materials and processes necessary to transform ideas and concepts into three dimensional forms. Technical information in materials and processes of forming, attaching,... |
| ART229 | Photography II | This course provides an advanced technical and artistic approach to photography which includes camera use, darkroom techniques, and references to the history of photography. Students will develop skills through the development of a portfolio.Note: Ad... |
| ART240 | History of Art I | A survey of the history of the civilizations of the prehistoric era and the ancient world before 1400 by examination of specific works of art and architecture including artifacts and monuments from Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, India, Japan, Afri... |
| ART241 | History of Art II | This course is a survey of the history of the civilizations, countries, and culture areas from the dawn of the Renaissance tradition in Italy through the present day in Western Europe, Asia, India, Africa, Amerindian/Mesoamerica and the Middle East b... |
| ART243 | Introduction to Printmaking I | An introduction to printmaking as a fine art. Execution of prints in relief, intaglio, lithography and silkscreen processes. |
| ART244 | Color Photography | This color photography course covers color theory, color darkroom procedures, color filtration, and the historical and technical developments of color photography. Students must provide a camera and color darkroom materials for use in completing cour... |
| ART245 | Jewelry I | This is a beginning course in the design and fabrication of small three dimensional objects. Emphasis is placed on gaining an understanding of the aesthetic concerns of small scale metal work and the skills and techniques of producing jewelry as art.... |
| ART246 | Ceramics II | This course is a continuation of Ceramics I with further exploration of wheel throwing, handbuilding, glaze techniques, and kiln firing. Students will learn how to throw plates, fit lids, pull handles, and create spouts. Students will also learn the... |
| ART247 | Ceramics III | This third ceramics course is a continuation of Ceramics II. Students will continue to develop their personal artistic direction with more independence, while being introduced to other forming and firing methods on a rotating basis. Students will con... |
| ART248 | Individual Art Projects | This course is designed to provide opportunities for students to pursue interests in specific areas of art with instructor supervision in such cases where the student has already completed the course offerings in that area.NOTE: Must have successfull... |
| ART249 | Digital Photography II | Digital Photography II is a continuation of Digital Photography I and expands upon the skills and techniques learned in the beginning course. Course work includes instruction in color management, raster image processor (RIP) output routines, hybrid... |
| ART260 | History of Photography | This course traces the historical development of photography as an art form from 1839 to the present. Discussions will begin with the pre-history of the camera obscura through the discoveries of the inventors of photography as an art form. Discussi... |
| ART261 | Non-Western Art History | This course introduces non-Western cultural perspectives. Emphasis will be placed on, but not limited to, African, Latin American, Middle Eastern, Indian, Asian, and Oceanic art forms throughout history. Students should be able to demonstrate an hist... |
| ART262 | Commercial Photography | This is a course designed to instruct the photography student in specialized techniques used in the creation of saleable photographs, and use of photographic equipment for revealing the form and demonstration of products. Students will also learn te... |
| ART263 | 2D Computer Animation | This is a hands-on intermediate level course in the creation and development of 2D animations. Through various assigned projects the student will be exposed to the history of animation, theory, image manipulation, drawing, video, audio and other var... |
| ART264 | 3D Computer Animation | This is a hands-on intermediate level course in the creation and development of 3D animations. Through various assigned projects the student will be exposed to the history of animation, theory, image manipulation, lighting, wire frames, vector point... |
| ART267 | Wood and Soda Fired Ceramics | This course will investigate the technical and aesthetic possibilities of firing with wood and soda. Students are introduced to and participate in the entire firing process including: the preparation of the kilns and ceramic pieces for firing, firing... |
| ART272 | Introduction to Video Production | Students are introduced to the concepts and processes of visual storytelling with an emphasis on motion pictures. Students will learn file theory and techniques in all phases of production, which will give them a foundation for future production cla... |
| ART274 | Video Production II | Video Production II is an intermediate level class that will take the basic skills from the Introduction to Video Production course and move the student into a more technological and advanced area of video production. This course will focus on the c... |
| ART275 | Digital Illustration | This course will introduce students to illustration styles from diverse cultures and convey how these different artistic styles can be applied to a contemporary digital art medium. Critical examination of illustration artists and their artistic expre... |
| ART280 | Audio Production | The Exploration of Audio Production is a unique application of field and studio production techniques, lecturing in sound theory, recording live audio, utilizing and learning how microphones are used for certain situations, operating studio and field... |
| ART299 | Special Topics in Art | Special topics in the field of art, which are outside of the existing curriculum, will be developed. Courses will provide an opportunity for in-depth study of topics pertinent to both traditional and contemporary mediums and themes.Note: Additional... |
| ASI121 | Introduction to Asian American Studies | This interdisciplinary course will introduce students to key ideas and issues in the study of Asian American histories, cultures, and racial formation including, but not limited to, matters of migration, social/cultural/legal citizenship, social move... |
| CHI121 | Beginning Chinese I | This course is the first semester of a one year introduction to Mandarin Chinese, the official standard language of Mainland China and Taiwan. Emphasis will be on developing basic listening, speaking, reading and writing skills within the context of... |
| CHI122 | Beginning Chinese II | This course is the second semester of a one year introduction to Mandarin Chinese, the official standard language of Mainland China and Taiwan. Listening, speaking, reading and writing skills will be further developed within the context of Chinese cu... |
| CHI221 | Intermediate Chinese I | This course is the first semester of one year of continuing study for beginning Chinese learners who have studied Book I and II, Elementary Chinese Reader, or have equivalent mastery of the Chinese language. Grammar and character writing review with... |
| CHI222 | Intermediate Chinese II | This course continues to expand the knowledge of Chinese grammar, with emphasis in verbal and written communication. Films, short videos, readings and materials from newspapers, magazines, and media are utilized so students explore the Chinese speaki... |
| CMM111 | Communication Skills | For students in career programs or individuals interested in improving communication skills. Acquaints students with a variety of interpersonal communication concepts and theories designed to improve communication competence. The focus is on interpe... |
| CMM121 | Fundamentals of Speech | For students interested in improving their oral communication competency. This course combines a theoretical basis with practical verbal and nonverbal skills to enhance public speaking effectiveness. Students learn how to develop, research, organiz... |
| CMM122 | Business and Professional Speaking | For students desiring additional and concentrated experience in public speaking. A workshop oriented course covering informative, demonstrative, persuasive and argumentative speaking. Basic goal is for student to think and speak comfortably and eff... |
| CMM123 | Dynamics of Small Group Discussion | The study of small groups with an emphasis on decision making and problem solving. A behavioral approach to group communication that includes leadership, interpersonal relationships, communication barriers, conflict resolution, etc. Although of gen... |
| CMM124 | Oral Interpretation | Understanding and appreciation of literature through performing it orally in class, both individually and in groups. For students who desire more familiarity with literature and/or students interested in developing their speaking voice. |
| CMM125 | Communication and Gender | This course explores how gender influences the communications process. Components of male and female, male and male, female and female, interactions and how each affects our ability to communicate across and within the sexes are reviewed. Major theo... |
| CMM127 | Intercultural Communication | This course will examine the complex relationships between communication and culture by using social, psychological, interpretive and critical perspectives. Additionally, this course will allow one to consider the role that communication has in creat... |
| CMM128 | Interviewing Practices | Techniques and skills to improve fluency, accuracy, and persuasiveness in one-to-one communication. Covers all types of interviewing and process of dyadic communication. |
| CMM299 | Special Topics in Communication | This course addresses the in-depth study of special topics in communication that do not have specific courses in the catalog. Course content will vary depending on the topic being studied. Topics may include campaign or presidential rhetoric, nonverb... |
| DMD111 | Introduction to Digital Media | This course will explore the variety of hardware and software now used to produce digital media, from simple audience-oriented presentations to highly interactive applications. Through lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on laboratory experience, we... |
| DMD113 | History of Graphic Design | This course is a general survey of the history of graphic design from its origins to contemporary practice. The goals of this course are to provide the following: the visual vocabulary of the development of signs and symbols, insight into the contin... |
| DMD115 | Internet Fundamentals | This course addresses in detail everything students need to know to access, explore, and use the world's richest information resource: the Internet. The course examines software, online provider options, costs, the telecommunication process, E-mail,... |
| DMD116 | Web Design and Development | This course is an introduction to Web page design and creation using industry standard Web design software. Students will learn to use graphics, sound, video, animation, scripts, and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to enhance Web pages. The course will... |
| DMD117 | Concepts in New Media | This course is an introductory evaluation of the critical concepts of new media, and their impact on our society and culture. Through readings, lectures, group discussions and hands-on experience, students will study the technical, economic, politi... |
| DMD121 | Introduction to Graphic Design | This is a foundation course that develops a student’s ability to understand graphic design with a focus on print media but applies to interactive media as well. The student is introduced to basic design terminology, principles, theory, tools, and tec... |
| DMD125 | Printing Production | Printing Production focuses on current procedures that prepare designers and creative thinkers for real world situations in the printing industry. Sending a job to the print vendor can be a mysterious and expensive process of trial and error. Underst... |
| DMD127 | Survey of Social Media | This course provides an introductory survey of social media in its historical, social, cultural, and economic context with a goal of preparing students to become informed social media users and decision makers. It also examines social media in everyd... |
| DMD157 | Introduction to Animation | This course will introduce students to 2D animation using state-of-the-art industry relevant software and hardware. Students will explore various animation concepts and techniques including history, drawing, rotoscoping, basic movement, timing, soun... |
| DMD170 | Introduction to Video Production | This is an introductory course in digital video filmmaking and production. Students will be introduced to video filmmaking and production principles, terminology, theory, industry-relevant software and hardware. Students will gain hands-on experience... |
| DMD173 | Introduction to Digital Sound | This course introduces students to the exploration of digital sound for multimedia. Students will learn how to manipulate wave files, understand various sound file formats, compressions, history of digital sound, and the difference between analog and... |
| DMD174 | Typography | This course introduces students to the use of typography within the design process. Major topics to cover include anatomy of letterforms, type history, classification systems, methods of typographic communication, critical comparisons of type styles,... |
| DMD216 | Interactive Scripting | This course is designed for digital media designers who need to integrate advanced control management and interactivity into their media applications. Students will gain a fundamental knowledge of a popular scripting language for making media applica... |
| DMD218 | Advanced Web Design and Development | This course takes DMD 116 Web Design and Development to another level and has a two-fold focus. A state-of-the-art Web design program will be used to explore advanced Web production skills such as layers and table-free layouts, templates, re-usable... |
| DMD233 | Digital Video Editing | This course introduces students to the basics of postproduction non-linear digital video editing for multimedia, video and web capabilities. Students will produce, edit, and optimize video using industry relevant editing software. Upon completion of... |
| DMD251 | Advanced 3D Modeling | This course is designed as an advanced modeling course for students who are experienced with basic 3D modeling concepts and technical practice. The course introduces more sophisticated concepts and techniques such as polygon modeling, texture mapping... |
| DMD253 | Advanced 3D Animation | This course is designed as an advanced animation course for students who are experienced with basic 3D animation concepts and technical practice. The course introduces more sophisticated concepts and techniques with an emphasis on animation developme... |
| DMD256 | Dynamic Web Design and Development | This project-based, advanced course is developed for digital media designers who will be creating Web sites with dynamic content and secure data transfer. Students will learn to use industry-standard software/applications to set up Web sites with dyn... |
| DMD257 | Interactive Animation | This course is an overview of developing and designing interactive presentations, animations and Web sites using an industry relevant, vector-based interactive animation program. Topics covered include storyboarding, 2D animation, scripting, navigat... |
| DMD259 | 3D Special Effects | This course is designed as an advanced level computer course using state-of-the-art industry-relevant special effects 3D software. In conjunction with 3D modeling and animation, students will learn to create and produce special effects including: atm... |
| DMD270 | Advanced Video Production | This is an advanced course designed to develop creative and technical skills in digital video filmmaking and production. Students will expand their experience with digital video filmmaking by producing narrative and documentary shorts. The course wil... |
| DMD273 | Advanced Electronic Graphic Publishing | This course is designed as an advanced study of two dimensional design principles for creating page layout. The course will provide students the opportunity to develop a complete print identity design system in support of a marketing strategy includi... |
| DMD275 | Audio Recording and Production | This course develops skills and experience in digital audio recording and production. Students will be introduced to both analog and digital recording terminology, theory, techniques, software and hardware. Students will work in a professional-level... |
| DMD277 | Digital Media Delivery | This advanced-level course will examine various software programs and techniques for generating, delivering and managing streaming/live media content. Students will learn digital media data types, compression technologies and streaming technologies.... |
| DMD279 | Packaging Design | This course is designed as an overview of two dimensional design principles for creating three-dimensional packaging. The history of design packaging and strategies of consumer decision-making will be explored. The course will provide students the o... |
| DMD299 | Selected Topics in Digital Media and Design | This course addresses the in-depth study of special topics in digital media and design that explore cutting-edge knowledge, concepts and techniques, and new developments in the industry. Course content will vary depending on the topic being studied. |
| DNC121 | Ballet I | This course introduces students to ballet techniques and styles. No prior dance experience is needed. Students will learn basic skills, terminology, and performance expressiveness in ballet. An overview of the history of ballet is including in the co... |
| DNC122 | Contemporary I | This course introduces students to contemporary dance techniques and styles. No prior dance experience is needed. Students will learn basic movement skills, terminology, and performance expressiveness in contemporary dance styles. An overview of majo... |
| DNC123 | Jazz I | This course introduces students to jazz dance techniques and styles. No prior dance experience is needed. Students will learn basic skills, terminology, and performance expressiveness in jazz dance. An overview of the history of jazz dance is includi... |
| DNC124 | Beginning Yoga | In this course students will study the physical and philosophical foundations of Yoga, the ancient art of unifying the body and mind. Students will learn and practice physical postures (asanas), as well as techniques for proper breathing, relaxation... |
| DNC125 | Choreography I | An introductory course to the fundamentals of dance making. No prior dance experience is required. Through improvisational and problem solving exercises, students will explore their own movement vocabulary and create short movement studies for solo a... |
| DNC126 | Dance Forms I | This course explores specific movements, styles, and social and cultural backgrounds of various dance forms. It will increase students' technical abilities as well as broaden their understanding of the history of selected dance traditions and practi... |
| DNC127 | Musical Theatre Dance I | This course introduces students to musical theatre dance techniques and styles. No prior dance experience is needed. Students will learn basic skills, terminology, and performance expressiveness in various musical theatre dance styles. A historical o... |
| DNC128 | Latin Dance I | This course introduces students to Latin dance techniques and styles (merengue, bachata, salsa, cha-cha, cumbia). No prior dance experience is needed. Students will learn basic skills, terminology, and performance expressiveness in Latin dance forms... |
| DNC129 | Dance Practicum I | This course provides students with supervised practical experience in dance performance, technique studies, and/or production. Course can be tailored to various aspects of dance production including performance, choreography, teaching, directing, cos... |
| DNC131 | Ballet Practicum | This course provides students with practical experience in ballet technique and performance studies. Note: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 hours, but only 6 may be applied toward the associates degree. |
| DNC132 | Contemporary Practicum | This course provides students with practical experience in Contemporary/Modern technique and performance studies. Note: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 hours, but only 6 may be applied toward the associates degree. |
| DNC133 | Jazz Practicum | This course provides students with practical experience in Jazz technique and performance studies. Note: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 hours, but only 6 may be applied toward the associates degree. |
| DNC137 | Musical Theatre Dance Practicum | This course provides students with practical experience in musical theatre dance technique and performance studies. Note: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 hours, but only 6 may be applied toward the associates degree. |
| DNC138 | Latin Dance Practicum | This course provides students with practical experience in Latin dance technique and performance studies. Note: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 hours, but only 6 may be applied toward the associates degree. |
| DNC141 | Hip Hop I | This course introduces students to hip hop techniques and styles. No prior dance experience is needed. Students will learn basic skills, terminology, and performance expressiveness in hip hop. An overview of the history of hip hop is including in the... |
| DNC142 | Capoeira I | This course introduces students to Capoeira, an Afro-Brazilian martial art form that incorporates elements of dance, martial arts, music, and acrobatics. No prior dance experience is needed. Students will be introduced to the basic movement skills, m... |
| DNC143 | Tap I | This course introduces students to tap techniques and styles. No prior dance experience is needed. Students will learn basic skills, terminology, and performance expressiveness in tap. An overview of the history of tap is including in the course. Thi... |
| DNC151 | Hip Hop Practicum | This course provides students with practical experience in hip hop technique and performance studies. Note: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 hours, but only 6 may be applied toward the associates degree. |
| DNC152 | Capoeira Practicum | This course provides students with practical experience in Capoeira technique and performance studies. Note: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 hours, but only 6 may be applied toward the associates degree. |
| DNC153 | Tap Practicum | This course provides students with practical experience in tap technique and performance studies. Note: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 hours, but only 6 may be applied toward the associates degree. |
| DNC160 | Teaching Methods I | This course offers a philosophical and practical foundation for teaching movement-based arts across a variety of genres and ages. Students will be introduced to different educational philosophies while gaining practical skills for effective and safe... |
| DNC161 | Teaching Dance for Children | This course introduces students to theories and methods of teaching dance to children. The course will cover Illinois Arts Learning Standards/Dance Standards and focus on age-appropriate development in dance. Students will learn how to plan, manage,... |
| DNC221 | Ballet II | This course is designed as a continuation of Ballet I to provide further developments in mastery of movement and the expansion of artistic expression and performance skills. Students will continue to explore and analyze historical, theoretical, and c... |
| DNC222 | Contemporary II | This course is designed as a continuation of Contemporary I to provide further developments in mastery of movement and the expansion of artistic expression and performance skills. Students will continue to explore and analyze historical, theoretical,... |
| DNC223 | Jazz II | This course is designed as a continuation of Jazz I to provide further developments in mastery of movement and the expansion of artistic expression and performance skills. Students will continue to explore and analyze historical, theoretical, and cul... |
| DNC224 | Intermediate Yoga | In this course students will deepen their study and practice of yoga. Students will master the basic knowledge learned in Beginning Yoga, while studying advanced poses and breathing techniques. The course will look more deeply into Indian philosophy... |
| DNC225 | Choreography II | This course is designed as a continuation of Choreography I to provide further developments in mastery of students own artistic movement practice. Studies will focus on group works and students will continue to explore, examine, and analyze acclaimed... |
| DNC227 | Musical Theatre Dance II | This course is designed as a continuation of Musical Theatre Dance I to provide further developments in mastery of movement and the expansion of artistic expression and performance skills. Students will continue to explore and analyze historical, the... |
| DNC228 | Latin Dance II | This course is designed as a continuation of Latin Dance I to introduce Samba, Rumba, and Tango. Students will expand on skills, terminology, and performance expressiveness in Latin dance forms individually, with a partner, and in a group setting. St... |
| DNC240 | The Art of Dance | This course introduces students to an interdisciplinary, multicultural study of the art of dance. Combining an historical framework with various dance genres and a study of stylistic movement, the course introduces ancient and modern trends; a variet... |
| DNC241 | Hip Hop II | This course is designed as a continuation of Hip Hop I to provide further developments in mastery of movement and the expansion of artistic expression and performance skills. Students will continue to explore and analyze historical, theoretical, and... |
| DNC242 | Capoeira II | This course is designed as a continuation of Capoeira I to provide further developments in mastery of movement and the expansion of artistic expression and performance skills. Students will continue to explore and analyze historical, theoretical, and... |
| DNC243 | Tap II | This course is designed as a continuation of Tap I to provide further developments in mastery of movement and the expansion of artistic expression and performance skills. Students will continue to explore and analyze historical, theoretical, and cult... |
| DNC260 | Teaching Methods II | This course advances the content learned in Teaching Methods I, by providing prospective teachers with supervised, field-based teaching experiences. Working within one’s discipline, students will apprentice with a teaching mentor in the classroom: ob... |
| DNC280 | Dance and Popular Culture | In this course, students examine contemporary culture and popular dance in the United States within the framework of sociopolitical, historical, gender, ethnicity, and identity constructs. American dance forms from the 1920's to the present will be s... |
| ELI100 | Topics in Academic Enhancement for English Language Learners | This course will help high- intermediate to advanced level English language learners to improve and practice specific language skills, such as pronunciation, vocabulary, or grammar, in an academic or professional context. NOTE: This course may be rep... |
| ELI101 | Academic English-Beginning | This course offers intensive academic language instruction at the beginning level to English language learners who want to pursue academic studies in American colleges and universities or who want to practice their careers in the United States. The c... |
| ELI102 | Academic English-Intermediate | This course offers intensive academic language instruction at the intermediate level to English language learners who want to pursue academic studies in American colleges and universities or who want to practice their careers in the United States. Th... |
| ELI103 | Academic English - Advanced I | This course offers intensive academic language instruction at the advanced level to English language learners who want to pursue academic studies in American colleges and universities or who want to practice their careers in the United States. The co... |
| ELI104 | Academic English - Advanced II | This course offers intensive academic language instruction at the advanced level to English language learners who want to pursue academic studies in American colleges and universities or who want to practice their careers in the United States. The co... |
| ELI108 | Academic Reading and Writing for English Language Learners | This course is designed for English language learners who have been educated in the US or who have lived for many years in the US but who still need to develop advanced academic reading and writing skills necessary to succeed in courses in American c... |
| ELI109 | Academic Reading and Writing for English Language Learners II | This course is designed for English language learners who have been educated in the US or who have lived for many years in the US but who still need to further enhance their academic reading and writing skills in order to succeed in courses in Americ... |
| ELI110 | Academic English for English Learners - Transitional | This course is the fourth and highest level of intensive English language instruction. All English language skills are integratively taught and practiced: reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, speaking and listening. The focus is on formal language,... |
| ELI125 | Introduction to American College Culture | This course introduces college-level academic strategies and acculturation skills to English language learners with academic goals. Topics will include the organization of higher education systems in the US, the differences and navigation of US gradi... |
| ENG100 | English Composition Support | This course is designed for students who have not met the language proficiency prerequisite, but whose academic proficiency test scores indicate that they are close to that achievement. Each section of English 100 is linked with a section of English... |
| ENG104 | Individual Topics in Writing and Reading | English 104 is a module designed to help students develop their competencies in writing and/or reading. The instruction is self-paced and self-scheduled. Each student, with an assigned tutor and under the supervision of the writing Center Coordinat... |
| ENG108 | Strategic Reading and Writing I | This developmental course is designed to provide time-intensive experience with critical reading, writing, and thinking skills to prepare for college-level coursework. |
| ENG109 | Strategic Reading and Writing II | This developmental course is designed to provide experience with critical reading, writing, thinking, and research skills to prepare for college-level coursework. |
| ENG113 | Technical Communication Practicum | Technical Communication Practicum provides work simulation experience in a variety of writing areas according to the student's major occupational area. The purpose of the course is to allow development and evaluation of writing assignments taken from... |
| ENG120 | Technical Composition I | A beginning college level writing course. Emphasis is on writing with conciseness, precision and objectivity. Specifically covered are business letters, memoranda, periodic reports, descriptions of mechanisms and processes, instructions and proposal... |
| ENG121 | English Composition I | This course is designed to help students develop their competence in college-level writing and in the analysis of texts so they can enter the dialogue of the academic community. This course includes the analysis and practice of argument and the use o... |
| ENG122 | English Composition II | This course furthers the work done in English Composition I by providing students more experience as academic writers, readers, researchers and critical thinkers. To help students construct their own meaning while engaging with the texts of others, t... |
| ENG123 | Mass Communications | Mass Communications is designed to provide an overview of the history, nature, functions and responsibilities of the mass communications media from a global perspective with an emphasis on their continuous and evolving role in American society. The c... |
| ENG124 | Newswriting I | This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of gathering, analyzing, organizing, writing, and editing news for a mass audience reached by different but converging media. Students will be introduced to the techniques of reporting... |
| ENG126 | Advanced Composition: Scientific and Technical Communications | This course is a transferable advanced composition course stressing the writing process for students in scientific and technical majors. It covers writing concisely, precisely, and clearly for a variety of purposes and audiences. It includes a multi... |
| ENG127 | Introduction to General Linguistics | This introductory course will explore the origins of language, its internal structure and its function. This course will analyze language in terms of its phonology, morphology, grammar, syntax, semantics and pragmatics. In addition, the course will e... |
| ENG128 | Linguistics and Society | This course will introduce students to some of the important principles of linguistics, as well as to the complex nature of language acquisition and use within any given society. The course will discuss some of the unique characteristics of human lan... |
| ENG129 | Women in Literature | This course introduces students to the wealth of literature by and/or about women. Discussion of readings, films and other media enables students to analyze the portrayal of women in literature and to trace the historical development of writing by wo... |
| ENG140 | Writing for New Media | Writing for New Media introduces students to strategies for composing content across a variety of digital media, including websites, blogs, podcasts, social media and/or other new and emerging media. Students will learn the fundamentals of new media... |
| ENG220 | Introduction to Scripts for Screen | This course will introduce students to the concepts, structure and format needed to develop reading scripts for TV and film. Students will complete several invention and writing exercises in this screenwriting genre. They will analyze professional an... |
| ENG222 | Creative Writing | This course is designed to introduce students to a variety of approaches, writing techniques and stages of the crafting process in the genres of prose fiction, creative nonfiction and poetry. Students will complete writing exercises in these genres.... |
| ENG224 | Creative Writing II | This course is designed to focus on the creative process in one of three specific genres - prose fiction, prose creative nonfiction or poetry. The course will emphasize the creative process and the ability to critique and analyze texts in the topic g... |
| ENG225 | Survey of British Literature I | This course introduces students to the authors and texts that have greatly influenced the literature of English speakers. From the first English epic to the poems, prose, and drama of the Eighteenth Century, the works covered reflect the major artist... |
| ENG226 | Survey of British Literature II | This course introduces students to British and Anglophone literatures from the Romantic, Victorian, Modern, and Postmodern periods. Students will explore the philosophical, social, aesthetic, and critical contexts of selected literature from the nine... |
| ENG227 | Introduction to Shakespeare | Introduction to Shakespeare offers an examination of the writer's works and their historical and literary background through readings and discussions of selected comedies, histories and tragedies. Videotapes of performances will be shown in class. |
| ENG228 | World Literature | This course examines representative writers of European, Asian, African, Middle Eastern, and Latin American literature. It surveys the classics and the influential works from societies around the world, their periods and movements from ancient times... |
| ENG229 | American Literature: 20th Century to Present | This course introduces students to American literature in the 20th and 21st centuries and is designed to acquaint them with selected major writers of prose fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama. Students will explore this literature in light of its... |
| ENG241 | Introduction to Poetry | The course is designed to introduce students to a wide variety of English and American poetry, both traditional and modern. Emphasis will be on the relationship between meaning and form in individual poems, and class discussion will allow for student... |
| ENG243 | Introduction to Fiction | The course is designed to introduce students to a wide variety of English, American, and Continental short stories, both traditional and modern. At least two longer short stories will be read, and at least one novel will be selected later in the cou... |
| ENG244 | Mythology and Fairy Tales | This course introduces students to the study of myths, legends, and fairy tales from various cultures. Students will consider Greek, Norse, and Hindu mythology as well as Grimm's fairy tales. The lasting power and influence of mythological themes and... |
| ENG246 | Latin American Writers | This course introduces students to significant Latin American writers. Drawing upon poetry, short fiction, novels and memoirs in English, the course will present and discuss the significant conditions and contributions of people of this underrepresen... |
| ENG249 | Children's Literature | This course introduces students to significant works, authors and trends in literature written for children and young adults. Emphasis will be placed on identifying various literary genres, developing criteria for evaluation of texts as well as explo... |
| ENG260 | Introduction to Writing Center Theory and Practice | This course is designed to introduce student tutors to the fundamental issues of theory and practice underlying writing center work. Topics will include practical strategies and techniques for effective tutoring in a variety of situations and with a... |
| ENG261 | Methods of Teaching English Language Learners (ELLs) | This course will discuss approaches to teaching English Language Learners (ELLs). Techniques for needs assessment, syllabus design, selection of course materials and assessment will be introduced. Current methods of teaching academic content in Engli... |
| ENG262 | Theories of Teaching ELLs and Bilingual Education | This course will introduce the prominent theories of second language acquisition and teaching with a special emphasis on the instructional models for teaching of English Language Learners (ELLs). In addition, the course will discuss the relationship... |
| ENG264 | Modern American Minority Writers | This course introduces students to the wealth of literature contributed by minority writers after 1920. For this course, minority will be defined as groups who have not traditionally been represented in the American Literary Canon. Such groups includ... |
| ENG265 | Teaching Grammar to ELLs | This course will begin with a brief historical perspective of transformational, structural and traditional methodologies used in teaching English Language Learners (ELLs). In addition, the course will focus on a descriptive analysis of English and so... |
| ENG266 | Professional Communication | Professional Communication is a sophomore-level course designed for students who have completed their composition requirements and are interested in furthering their writing skills for a variety of purposes. Students will learn about technical writi... |
| ENG267 | Teaching Pronunciation to ELLs | This course will introduce students to the basic concepts in articulatory phonetics, including the physiology of articulation, phonetic characterization of individual speech sounds, stress at the word and sentence level, intonation patterns, rhythm a... |
| ENG268 | Assessment of Multilingual Learners | This course will provide participants with a basic understanding of assessment concepts and terminology. Current assessment tools used with multilingual learners (MLLs) will be introduced. The course will also examine alternative assessments and tech... |
| ENG271 | Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Practicum | This course will include observation of experienced ESL teachers, as well as supervised teaching in an ESL setting. It will include evaluating course materials and planning and implementing of lesson plans that apply TESOL theory and methodology in t... |
| ENG272 | Principles and Practices in Foreign Language Teaching | This course will present important principles and practices in language learning and teaching in a foreign language context. There will be an overview of first and second language acquisition theories and of issues to consider in both first and secon... |
| ENG273 | English Language: Structure and Use | This introductory course will explore the English language, its internal structure and its function. An analysis of the English language in terms of its phonetics, phonology, and grammar will be made. Students will apply this knowledge in examining a... |
| ENG274 | Teaching English as a Foreign Language Pedagogy | This course will discuss approaches to teaching English in a non-English speaking context, referred to as Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL).There will be a brief overview of the methodical history of foreign language teaching. Strategies,... |
| ENG275 | Language Teaching Fieldwork | This practicum program allows students a chance to gain hands-on experience in a real classroom environment while using the skills and methods addressed in the TEFL courses. The practicum also gives students a chance to experiment with new classroom... |
| ENG299 | Special Topics in English | This course addresses the in-depth study of special topics in English that do not have specific courses in the catalog. Course content will vary depending on the topic being studied. Topics may include Humor in Literature, the Graphic Novel, Literatu... |
| FRN121 | Beginning Conversational French I | Fundamentals of language necessary for understanding, speaking, reading and writing of French. Practice in pronunciation from dialogues and pattern practices. |
| FRN122 | Beginning Conversational French II | Fundamentals of language necessary for understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of French. Practice in pronunciation from dialogues and pattern practices. This is a continuation of FRN 121. |
| FRN221 | Intermediate French I | Review and further study of grammar concepts, continued aural-oral practice, simple conversation and selected readings with text analysis. |
| FRN222 | Intermediate French II | This course reviews and expands the use of French grammar by introducing more advanced structures into verbal and written communication. Films, material from newspapers and magazines, and from other media will enable students to use authentic materia... |
| FRN223 | French Civilization I | Composition and conversation based on contemporary writings emphasizing the social, political, economic and literary trends of modern France. |
| FRN224 | French Civilization II | Study of France and its people through its language and political institutions as well as major trends in literature and art from the Gallo-Roman area to the present. |
| GER121 | Beginning Conversational German I | Fundamentals of language necessary for understanding, speaking, reading and writing of German. Practice in pronunciation from dialogues and pattern practices. |
| GER122 | Beginning Conversational German II | Fundamentals of language necessary for understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of German. Practice in pronunciation from dialogues and pattern practices. This is a continuation of GER 121. |
| GER221 | Intermediate German I | Review and further study of grammar concepts, continued oral practice, simple conversation and selected readings. Laboratory practice encouraged. |
| GER222 | Intermediate German II | This course reviews and expands the use of German grammar by introducing more advanced structures into verbal and written communication. Films, material from newspapers and magazines, and from other media will enable students to use authentic materia... |
| HUM121 | Humanities: Ancient Times to the Middle Ages | This interdisciplinary course introduces students to art, architecture, literature, philosophy, religion, myth, music, and dance of western (Europe; North, Latin, and South America) and non-western (Asia, Africa, India) civilizations from ancient per... |
| HUM122 | Humanities: Renaissance to the Present | This interdisciplinary course introduces students to art, architecture, literature, philosophy, religion, myth, music, and philosophy of western (Europe; North, Latin, and South America) and non-western (Asia, Africa, India) civilizations from the 15... |
| HUM123 | Introduction to Film | This is an introductory course on the historical, technical and aesthetic study of film. Students will learn how the film maker communicates to us through cinematography, mise-en-scene, editing, sound and narrative construction and will gain a histor... |
| HUM126 | Introduction to the Performing Arts | This course provides an introduction to current performing arts trends, inclusive of cultures, traditions and populations that are typically underrepresented in the study of performing arts. Theatre, music, opera, and dance will all be examined from... |
| HUM127 | Critical Thinking | This course is an introduction to critical thinking skills (i.e., informal logic), including the following: problem solving, diagramming and evaluating arguments, constructing sound reasoning skills and habits, detecting fallacies, and reasoning from... |
| HUM128 | Introduction to Middle Eastern Civilizations | This course provides a multi-media exploration of (1) the diverse philosophical and religious concepts and values in the Middle East, (2) the diverse expressions of these concepts and values in the art, architecture, craftsmanship, film, and literatu... |
| HUM129 | Introduction to East Asian Civilization | This course is an introduction to East Asian culture, past and present. Particularly, this course will focus on China, Japan, and Korea. Students will learn about representative works and significant developments in the arts, philosophy, religion, an... |
| HUM140 | Introduction to International Film | This is a survey course on the history and aesthetic appreciation of film as an international medium of entertainment, communication and persuasion. Through viewing and analysis of classic and contemporary films from Europe, Central and South America... |
| HUM141 | World Humanities of 20/21 Century | This is an interdisciplinary and multicultural course which introduces students to the visual art, architecture, literature, philosophy/religion/myth, music, dance, and history of various non-Western cultures through selected works and a comparative... |
| HUM221 | American Decades | This course introduces students to the interdisciplinary study of American culture by examining the intercultural/multicultural ideas, processes, values, motifs, and traditions that have shaped our pluralistic society. American history, philosophy,... |
| HUM222 | Film and Society | This course will examine the evolution of American cinema and its relationship to society. The focus of the course is on the history of film and the social, economic and political pressures which have shaped its development. Periods of film history w... |
| HUM226 | Women and the Arts | This interdisciplinary humanities course explores the depiction and contributions of women in the visual and performing arts throughout history. Current multicultural and global developments, the contrast of female and male creativity, social attitud... |
| HUM299 | Special Topics in Humanities | This course will address the in-depth study of special topics in Humanities which do not have specific courses in the catalog. Course content and requirements will vary depending on the topic being studied. |
| ITL121 | Beginning Italian I | An introduction to the Italian language. The course develops basic skills in pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, reading, listening comprehension, and oral and written communication within the context of Italian culture. |
| ITL122 | Beginning Italian II | This course continues to develop the basic skills introduced in ITL 121: pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, reading, listening comprehension, and oral and written communication within the context of Italian culture. |
| ITL221 | Intermediate Italian I | Continued development of basic skills introduced in ITL 121 and ITL 122. The course is a general review and expansion of beginning grammar, conversation, vocabulary development, readings and writing exercises which focus on life in Italy. |
| ITL222 | Intermediate Italian II | This course reviews and expands the use of Italian grammar by introducing more advanced structures into verbal and written communication. Films, material from newspapers and magazines, and from other media will enable students to use authentic materi... |
| JPN121 | Beginning Japanese I | This course develops basic skills in pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, reading, listening, comprehension, and oral and written communication within the context of Japanese culture. |
| JPN122 | Beginning Japanese II | This course continues to develop the basic skills introduced in JPN 121: pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, reading and writing of Kana and Kanji, listening comprehension, and oral and written communication within the context of Japanese culture. |
| JPN221 | Intermediate Japanese I | Designed to continue the development of basic skills, this course is a general review and expansion of beginning grammar, along with conversation, vocabulary development, and reading and writing of Kana and Kanji within the context of Japanese cultur... |
| JPN222 | Intermediate Japanese II | This course continues to expand the knowledge of Japanese grammar, with emphasis in verbal and written communication. Students will use various sentence patterns and speech styles with Kana and Kanji (additional 100 Kanji). Films, short videos, readi... |
| JPN223 | Japanese Civilization I | This course is designed to give the advanced Japanese language and culture students more opportunity in reading and writing complex material with new Kanji. It is also designed to expand the students' knowledge of Japanese culture through articles an... |
| JPN224 | Japanese Civilization II | This course is a continuation of Japanese Civilization I. Advanced Japanese language and culture students will continue to gain cultural enrichment through lively discussions, readings, and writing about Japan. This course will incorporate a broad va... |
| LAT121 | Introduction to Latin American Studies | This course will provide an overview of the Latin American and Caribbean people and their countries, from their origins to the present. Some of the areas examined are the political, cultural, historical, and ethnicity issues that affect these civiliz... |
| MUS120 | Vocal Ensembles | Understanding and enjoyment of choral music. Student may choose the Gospel Choir, CLC Singers, or Choir of Lake County.Note: The CLC Singers requires an audition. |
| MUS121 | Voice Class I | Introduction to singing techniques beginning with group singing and gradually introducing solo singing. No vocal background is needed. For non-music majors. |
| MUS122 | Voice Class II | Introduction to singing techniques with emphasis on repertoire. A continuation of MUS 121. |
| MUS123 | Wind Ensemble | Understanding and enjoyment of instrumental music through selected examples of standard instrumental ensemble literature of all periods. |
| MUS124 | Music Appreciation | This course introduces standard concert music through intensive guided listening. Representative works by major composers from each period are chosen to illustrate the principal styles, forms and techniques of vocal and instrumental music. |
| MUS125 | Aural Skills I | (Formerly MUS 142) This course introduces students to the development of skills in melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation and sight singing. |
| MUS126 | Aural Skills II | (Formerly MUS 149) This course is a continuation of MUS 125 - Aural Skills I and further develops skills in melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation and sight singing. |
| MUS127 | Fundamentals of Music Theory | This course provides the background to interpret and understand the language of music through the study of notation, rhythm, scales, intervals, triads, cadences, basic forms and musical terms. Students are prepared for the study of harmony and for pr... |
| MUS128 | Theory of Music I | This course begins an intensive study of musical language including analysis, recognition and writing of chords and harmonic progressions leading to formal music composition. Students without keyboard background should combine this course with MUS 14... |
| MUS129 | Theory of Music II | This course continues an intensive study of musical language including analysis, recognition and writing of chords and harmonic progressions leading to formal music composition. Particular attention is paid to harmonic language and its effect upon m... |
| MUS140 | 20th Century Music | A non-technical listening course emphasizing recognition and understanding of various styles of 20th century music including jazz and popular music. Emphasis placed on music through recordings, scores, and performance of representative works of each... |
| MUS141 | Applied Music-Voice I | This course is designed for the vocalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, MUS 143-... |
| MUS143 | Applied Music Piano I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS144 | Applied Music-Jazz Piano I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS145 | Piano Class I | An introduction to basic playing, keyboard chords, and music reading. Interpretation of various music styles is considered. For beginners or those who have not studied for a considerable time. NOTE: Students should combine this course with Fundamen... |
| MUS146 | Piano Class II | A continuation of MUS 145. Provides additional opportunity for study and practice of more advanced compositions for piano. |
| MUS147 | Guitar Class I | Introduction to the fundamentals of the guitar for development of playing skills, reading, improvisation and technique. Explores the use of music theory as it relates to the guitar in terms of keys, chord construction and progression. Emphasis on v... |
| MUS148 | Guitar Class II | A continuation of MUS 147. It develops and advances skills learned and introduces new concepts and techniques. |
| MUS160 | Applied Music - Violin I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS161 | Applied Music-Viola I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS162 | Applied Music Cello I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.Note: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS163 | Applied Music-String Bass I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS164 | Applied Music-Flute I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS165 | Applied Music-Oboe I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS166 | Applied Music-Clarinet I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS167 | Applied Music English Horn I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis. Note: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 14... |
| MUS168 | Applied Music-Bassoon I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS169 | Applied Music-Bass Clarinet I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS180 | Applied Music-Saxophone I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS181 | Applied Music-Trumpet I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS182 | Applied Music-French Horn I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS183 | Applied Music Trombone I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS184 | Applied Music Baritone Horn I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS185 | Applied Music Tuba I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS186 | Applied Music-Percussion I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS187 | Applied Music-Guitar I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS188 | Applied Music-Electric Bass I | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS223 | Jazz Ensemble | Understanding and enjoyment of instrumental music through selected examples of standard instrumental ensemble literature of all periods. |
| MUS224 | Music Literature | The historical development of western music, including various musical styles and periods and the contribution of key composers in shaping the western musical tradition. |
| MUS225 | Aural Skills III | This course is a continuation of MUS 126 - Aural Skills II and further develops skills in melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation and sight singing. |
| MUS226 | Aural Skills IV | This course is a continuation of MUS 225 - Aural Skills III and further develops skills in melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation and sight singing. |
| MUS228 | Theory of Music III | This course continues an intensive study of musical language including analysis, recognition and writing of chords and harmonic progressions leading to formal music composition. Particular attention is paid to harmonic language and its effect upon mu... |
| MUS229 | Theory of Music IV | This course completes the study of the structure of classical and avant-garde music in the 20th century and explores the structure of atonal and tonal music from a linear perspective. |
| MUS241 | Applied Music-Voice II | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS243 | Applied Music-Piano II | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS244 | Applied Music-Jazz Piano II | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS245 | Piano Class III | Continuation of MUS 146. More advanced keyboard techniques, use of pedals, improvisation and functional piano. Music reading of all periods. |
| MUS246 | Piano Class IV | Continuation of MUS 245. The highest level of advancement in piano class. Increased skills in all piano techniques. |
| MUS260 | Applied Music Violin II | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS261 | Applied Music Viola II | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS263 | Applied Music-String Bass II | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS264 | Applied Music-Flute II | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS266 | Applied Music-Clarinet II | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS280 | Applied Music-Saxophone II | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS281 | Applied Music-Trumpet II | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS282 | Applied Music French Horn II | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS283 | Applied Music-Trombone II | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS286 | Applied Music-Percussion II | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS287 | Applied Music-Guitar II | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS288 | Applied Music-Electric Bass II | This course is designed for the instrumentalist who is a beginner or advanced and intends to become seriously involved with music. This is a course of independent study on a private lesson basis.NOTE: No more than 4 credit hours earned in MUS 141, M... |
| MUS299 | Special Topics in Music | This course will address the in-depth study of special topics in music which do not have specific courses in the catalog. Course content and requirements will vary depending on the topic being studied. |
| PHI121 | Introduction to Philosophy | This course discusses the ideas of major philosophers concerning questions of human knowledge, logic, moral values, political and social philosophy, and religious beliefs. Attempts are made to get students to think out their own answers to these que... |
| PHI122 | Logic | This course develops formal reasoning, including categorical and symbolic modes of analysis. It covers Venn diagrams, predicate logic, rules of inference and replacement. It introduces the inductive method and the problem of induction. |
| PHI123 | Philosophy of Religion | This course is a study of selected religious concepts, theories, and arguments. Topics may include the existence of God, conceptions of divinity, characterizations of the divine/human relationship, religious pluralism, the nature of good and evil, fa... |
| PHI125 | Introduction to Ethics | In this course, students critically evaluate general moral theories, fundamental moral concepts, and contemporary moral issues such as animal rights and the environment, reproductive technology and abortion, euthanasia and assisted suicide, poverty a... |
| PHI126 | World Religions | This course introduces students to the teachings, rituals, symbols, and cultures of living world religions. Religions such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Shintoism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and the religions of Africa may be includ... |
| PHI128 | Introduction to Social and Political Philosophy | This course introduces students to social and political philosophies. Students will discuss and critically evaluate major social and political theories on justice, equality, liberty, law, order, rights, and duties. Contract theory, classic liberalism... |
| PHI129 | Philosophy of Gender and Sexuality | This course provides an interdisciplinary introduction to the ways in which gender and sexuality have been reflected in philosophy, literature, history, music, and art. The course explores issues related to cisgender/nonbinary/transgender and queer i... |
| PHI221 | Asian Philosophy | This course introduces students to the influential ideas and thinkers of India, China, and Japan. Students will cover a wide range of philosophical theories regarding the self, reality, knowledge, and aesthetics. |
| PHI299 | Special Topics in Philosophy | This course will address the in-depth study of special topics in Philosophy which do not have specific courses in the catalogue. Course content and requirements will vary depending on the topic being studied. |
| RUS121 | Beginning Russian I | This course will develop basic skills in pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, reading, listening comprehension, and oral and written communication within the context of the Russian culture. |
| RUS122 | Beginning Russian II | This course continues to develop the basic skills introduced in RUS 121: pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, reading, listening comprehension, and oral and written communication within the context of Russian culture. |
| SGN121 | American Sign Language I | This course introduces students to a unique visual-gestural language by emphasizing recognition and production of American Sign Language signs with accurate nonmanual behaviors. It focuses on developing conversational fluency by using major language... |
| SGN122 | American Sign Language II | This course focuses on the progression and fluency of conversational American Sign Language. Emphasis is on expanding vocabulary, fingerspelling, grammatical structures, and honing receptive and expressive skills. It introduces the importance and acc... |
| SPA121 | Beginning Conversational Spanish I | This course introduces the fundamentals of language necessary for understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of Spanish. It will include practice in pronunciation from dialogues and pattern practices. This is the college level course. |
| SPA122 | Beginning Conversational Spanish II | This course is a continuation of SPA 121. Emphasis will be placed on the development of oral comprehension and conversational ability. Instruction in the appreciation of the Spanish culture will be an integral part of the regular class activities. |
| SPA123 | Spanish for Spanish Speakers | The goal of this course is to enhance the student's knowledge of his/her native language. This course is designed for those students who speak Spanish at home but have not had any or little formal education in the Spanish language. The course will... |
| SPA221 | Intermediate Spanish I | This course covers the continued development of oral comprehension and accurate control of sound system and syntax. It includes selected examples of cultural and contemporary writing to elicit an awareness of the similarities and differences of each... |
| SPA222 | Intermediate Spanish II | This course continues to expand the knowledge of Spanish grammar, with emphasis in verbal and written communication. Films, short videos, readings and materials from newspapers, magazines, and media are utilized so students explore the Spanish speaki... |
| SPA223 | Spanish Civilization I | This course is designed to give the advanced student of Spanish the opportunity to increase his/her proficiency in the Spanish language, and to explore the Spanish speaking culture. A selection of readings from literary works, newspapers, magazines,... |
| SPA224 | Spanish Civilization II | This course is the continuance of Spanish Civilization I. Students will continue to gain cultural enrichment through lively discussions, readings, and writing about the Hispanic world. This course will incorporate a broad variety of materials such as... |
| THE121 | Introduction to Theatre I | This course explores the elements, artists and collaborative process of live theatre. It includes the study and analysis of historical, social, aesthetic and technical aspects of traditional and contemporary theatrical production. Play attendance is... |
| THE123 | Diversity in American Theatre | This course will examine various dramatic expressions that reflect the experience and construction of racial and cultural identity in the United States. It will explore issues of diversity in contemporary U.S. society and introduce a sampling of dram... |
| THE125 | Principles of Acting | This course introduces students to the fundamental skills and concepts of acting. Concentration, observation, playing action and other basics are introduced through acting exercises, improvisations, and scene study. Major acting approaches, such as C... |
| THE126 | Stagecraft | This course provides training in methods of scene construction, tool use, property construction, painting, rigging and shifting, with elementary work in lighting practice and control. Practical methods will be taught as well as a survey of historical... |
| THE127 | Theatre Practicum II | This course involves supervised work on a production, either via a smaller acting role or backstage technical work like Props Master, running crew, etc. |
| THE128 | Introduction to Theatrical Costuming | This course is an introduction to the principles and elements of costume design for the theatre. This course will cover design concepts, character analysis and the creation of theoretical costumes for a play. This is a project based class and student... |
| THE129 | Theatre Practicum | This course is designed to give students an in-depth experience of the technical work involved in a theatre production. Students will learn how the elements of theatre proceed from the planning stage through the performance nights. Students will be e... |
| THE145 | Voice for the Stage | This course explores the demands of an actor's vocal life and provides techniques to strengthen the speaker’s vocal instrument. Major voice production approaches, such as Linklater, Berry, and Rodenburg will be used to help the student develop a heal... |
| THE220 | Creative Dramatics for the Classroom Teacher | This course introduces the skills and techniques of the creative dramatics process to classroom teachers at the pre-school, grade school, junior high and high school levels for use in all curriculum areas. The format includes explanation, demonstrat... |
| THE223 | Play Analysis for Production | This course is an introductory exploration of the relationships between the dramatic text and the play in performance with special emphasis on basic terminology and methodology. Representative plays will be studied in their genre, historical and soc... |
| THE225 | Acting II | This course is a continuation of the study of acting, this course will concentrate on characterization, scene study and ensemble work. An introduction to acting styles and period drama will be included. |
| THE226 | Lighting for Stage and Studio | This course will instruct the student in basic electricity, technology, and design of lighting for the stage; elements of studio lighting techniques will also be taught. Specifications and the use of instrumentation will be learned with a hands on a... |
| THE228 | Directing I | This course is an introduction to the principles, problems, procedures of directing for the stage. Will include historical background, script selection, interpretation, stage composition, blocking, rehearsal techniques and performance, and a worksho... |
| THE229 | Stage Makeup | This course is an investigation of the principles, techniques and materials of stage makeup and practical experience in their application. Students will learn how to apply makeup on their own face using both cream and water-based makeup. Contouring,... |
| THE299 | Special Topics in Theatre | This course addresses the in-depth study of special topics in Theatre, which do not have specific courses in the catalog. Course content and requirements will vary depending on the topic being studied. |