May 10, 2024  
2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [NOTE!!!! THIS IS AN ARCHIVED CATALOG. FOR THE CURRENT CATALOG, GO TO CATALOG.NIU.EDU]

Course Descriptions


 

Communication Studies

  
  • COMS 481 - Communication Ethics in Organizations


    Study of communication ethics in organizational contexts. Examines major communication ethics issues and strategies for addressing unethical communication in the workplace.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 491 - Methods of Research in Communication


    Research in communication with emphasis on methodology. Methodological focus varies. Course requires a research paper or project.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Junior standing and COMS 252.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 492 - Special Topics in Media Production


    May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours when topic varies.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 493 - Special Topics in Media Studies


    May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours when topic varies.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 495A - Senior Thesis


    Synthesis of theories, methods, and skills in the discipline of communication studies as exhibited through a thesis. Majors only.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 252 and senior standing.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • COMS 495B - Senior Portfolio


    Synthesis of competencies, abilities, and accomplishments during student careers using portfolio production methods and techniques with particular focus on digital formats for distribution by CD, DVD, or the Web. Especially relevant for those seeking employment. Majors only.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 252 and senior standing.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • COMS 496A - Special Topics in Interpersonal Communication and Personal Relationships


    May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours when topic varies.  

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 303.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • COMS 496B - Special Topics in Organizational Communication


    May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours when topic varies.  

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 302.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • COMS 496C - Special Topics in Communication Theory


    May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours when topic varies.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • COMS 496D - Special Topics in Persuasion and Social Influence


    May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours when topic varies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 304.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • COMS 496R - Special Topics in Rhetoric


    May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours when topic varies.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 497 - Internship


    Junior and senior declared communication studies majors, minors, and approved others only. May be repeated. No more than 3 semester hours may be included in the major. No more than 6 semester hours may be included in the baccalaureate degree. Not available for credit to students having credit for ILAS 390. May not be taken concurrently with ILAS 390. S/U grading.

    Credits: 3-9
  
  • COMS 498A - Independent Study


    Directed study and research. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • COMS 498B - Media Production Independent Study


    Directed study and research in media production. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Credits: 1-3

Communicative Disorders

  
  • AHCD 499 - Honors Capstone Project


    Intensive study of a selected topic in allied health or communicative disorders disciplines involving experimental or other scholarly work that serves as the capstone project in the University Honors Program. Open only to seniors within the School of Allied Health and Communicative Disorders who are currently admitted to the University Honors Program.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school and of the University Honors Program.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 220 - Introduction to Communicative Disorders


    Overview of speech, language, and hearing processes and disorders. Discussion of the professional and scientific roles of speech-language pathologists, and audiologists as well as the implications of assisting individuals with communicative disorders in social, educational, and vocational settings.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 221 - Phonetics and Phonology


    Speech sound production and structure of the sound system of the English language. Phonetic transcription and analysis of phonological patterns for clinical application.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 300 - Introduction to Audiology


    Introduction to the profession of audiology and clinical procedures; etiology and diagnosis of auditory disorders.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 305 - Language Development


    Overview of oral language acquisition including phonological, morphological, syntactic, semantic, and pragmatic development in children from infancy through adolescence.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: ENGL 207.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 323 - Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech and Hearing Mechanisms


    Human anatomy and physiology of those structures and functions involved in the expressive and receptive aspects of oral communication.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: BIOS 109 or BIOS 357.

       

    Credits: 3

  
  • COMD 325 - Introduction to Hearing and Speech Science


    Physical acoustics, the normal auditory process, and psychophysical processes relevant to audition as well as perceptual, physiological, and acoustical analysis of speech.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMD 221; and MATH 155 or MATH 210; PHYS 150 or PHYS 180 or PHYS 210. CRQ: COMD 323.

    Credits: 4
  
  • COMD 330 - Neuroscience of Communication and Associated Behaviors


    Overview of the neuroanatomy and neurophysiology underlying communication and associated behaviors including sensory organization (auditory, visual, somatosensory), neuromotor control and higher-level language and cognitive mechanisms. Discussion of clinical syndromes associated with central and peripheral nervous system dysfunction. Note: Previous course work in an anatomy class is strongly recommended.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: At least sophomore standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 366X - Health Aspects of Aging


    Crosslisted as UHHS 366. General study of aging from the perspective of the individual, with an emphasis on the concept of successful aging from a life course philosophy constrained by physical and cognitive changes and influenced by biological, psychological, and social aspects of the aging process.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Junior standing. 

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 421 - Aural Rehabilitation


    Theory and methods of habilitation/rehabilitation for communication disorders associated with hearing impairment across the life span.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMD 300 and senior standing and admission to deafness rehabilitation minor or communicative disorders major.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 423 - Developmental Speech and Language Disorders


    Disorders of speech and language in special populations; observations and clinical problem solving.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMD 221 and COMD 305.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 424 - Acquired Speech and Language Disorders


    Introduction to the identification, measurement, and treatment of neurogenic communication disorders,  fluency, and voice disorders. Course will provide an overview of these disorders including a focus on diagnosis and suggestions for treatment. 

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 429 - Assessment Procedures in Communicative Disorders


    Fundamental concepts underlying the evaluation of communicative disorders.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMD 220 and STAT 208 or STAT 301. CRQ: Junior status.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 435 - Clinical Procedures and Professional Issues


    Presents general information concerning intervention principles and professional issues in communication disorders; including scopes of practice, clinical terminology, evaluation tools, construction of therapy plans, and report writing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: At least senior standing COMD major.

    Credits: 3

Computer Science

  
  • CSCI 180 - Computers and Technology


    Role and function of computers and information technology in the world today. Principles underlying everyday software, the World Wide Web, open source and copyright issues, and database privacy and security. Laboratory experiences will include use of commonly used software.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 205 - Introduction to Computing


    Introduction to computers, computer science, and programming techniques. Not available for credit toward the major in computer science or for students with prior credit in CSCI 210, CSCI 230, CSCI 240, CSCI 250, or OMIS 259.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 110, MATH 155, MATH 206, MATH 210, MATH 211, or MATH 229, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 210 - Elementary Programming


    Laboratory course in computer programming using a major high-level computing language such as C and statistical packages such as SAS and SPSS. Not available for credit to students with prior credit in CSCI 230 or CSCI 240.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 110, MATH 155, MATH 206, MATH 210, MATH 211, or 229; or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 215 - Visual Basic


    Laboratory course in computer programming using Visual Basic. Not available for credit to students with prior credit in courses numbered above CSCI 465.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 110, satisfactory performance on the Mathematics Placement Examination, or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 230 - Computer Programming in FORTRAN


    In-depth laboratory course in computer programming using the FORTRAN language. Applications to mathematical problems in the physical sciences. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 211 or MATH 229.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 240 - Computer Programming in C++


    Emphasis on algorithm development and structured programming design and testing. Topics include input and output, decisions, loops, functions, arrays, text manipulation, files, and data abstraction.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 110, MATH 155, MATH 206, MATH 210, MATH 211, or 229; or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 241 - Intermediate Programming


    A second course in programming techniques with emphasis on design and implementation of data structures applied to large-scale projects. Topics include static and dynamic implementation of linear and nonlinear data structures, recursion, searching and sorting algorithms, and algorithmic complexity analysis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 240 with a grade of C or better or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 250 - Computer Programming in COBOL


    A laboratory course in computer programming using the COBOL language. Emphasis on applications which require data management and the solution of problems involving evaluation of large amounts of data. Extensive laboratory work. Not available for credit to students with credit in CSCI 360.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 110 or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 275 - Elementary Web Design


    Practical techniques for building web sites using HTML, CSS, and an integrated development environment. Aesthetic topics include designing an effective user interface with color, graphics, navigation, and layout. Not available for credit toward the major in computer science or for credit to students who have prior credit for COMS 359 or CSCI 475.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 290 - Topics and Innovations in Computer Science


    Topics of interest to non-majors in computer science. Contact department for specific topic in a given semester. Examples include computers in art, music, and dance; the myth of the paperless office; the facts about computerized voting machines; and game programming for non-majors. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours as subject varies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 110 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 297 - Directed Study


    Selected readings or projects to supplement lower-division CSCI courses. May be repeated to a maximum of 3 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • CSCI 321 - iOS Mobile Device Programming


    Comprehensive introduction to building applications for mobile devices that use Apple’s iOS operating system. Topics covered will include application of Model-View-Controller design architecture, graphics, rich media content, multithreading, networking and interaction with hardware sensors. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 241 or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 322 - Android Mobile Device Programming


    Android application programming including use of a standard integrated development environment, debugging, user interface creation, and multithreading and network applications. Instruction in coding, running, and debugging a variety of applications using software emulators as well as tethered hardware devices. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 241 or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 323 - Microsoft Mobile Device Programming


    Comprehensive introduction to building Microsoft phone applications. Includes extensive programming in C#. Technical topics include user interface design, navigation, debugging, hardware sensors and web services. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 241 or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 330 - UNIX and Network Programming


    UNIX system usage and commands. Shell script programming. Network programming concepts and protocols. System call level and basic network programming in C++. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 240.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 340 - Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis


    Application of analysis and design techniques to nonnumeric algorithms acting on data structures. Utilization of algorithmic analysis and design criteria in the selection of methods for data manipulation. Computing projects done in a high-level computing language. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 241, or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 350 - Computer Security Basics


    Hands-on course covering basic computer security problems, and the tools (including encryption) available for dealing with them.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 360 - Computer Programming in Assembler Language


    In-depth study of assembler language programming on a third-generation computer, including internal and external subroutines, conditional assembly, and the macro language. Students required to write a number of substantial programs. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 241 or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 390 - Internship


    Work as an intern for a minimum of 20 hours per week in an off-campus agency. Reading and preparation of a paper under faculty supervision. May be repeated once. S/U grading. No more than 6 semester hours of CSCI 390 and/or CSCI 496 credit can be counted toward NIU’s required hours for graduation or toward NIU’s 40 upper-division hour requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Declared computer science major, CSCI 340 or CSCI 360, and consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 427 - Advanced iOS Mobile Device Programming


    In-depth coverage of advanced programming for mobile devices that use Apple’s iOS operating system. Topics include exception handling, memory and thread management, databases, and web services. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 321.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 428 - Advanced Android Mobile Device Programming


    In-depth coverage of Android application programming topics that build on the foundations taught in CSCI 322. These may include accessing JSON from a web service, creating and accessing an on board database, using location and map services, as well as exploring new hardware and software options. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 322.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 446 - Foundations of Enterprise Computing


    Survey of major topics and the state of the art in the field of modern enterprise computing including enterprise-level system architecture, system integration, interoperation, security, end-to-end enterprise solution delivery, XML, Web services and SOA, Grid computing, and mobile computing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 340.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 461 - Techniques of Computer Programming and Algorithmic Processes


    Advanced course in algorithmic processes and computer programming. A major higher-level language used in developing applications and the solutions of current problems. Knowledge of programming required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 462 - Foundations of Computer Science


    Introduction to mathematical languages, automata theory, and the theory of recursive functions and computability.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 206, MATH 211, or MATH 229; and CSCI 240.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 463 - Computer Architecture and Systems Organization


    Organization and use of computer systems. Basic concepts and examples from microcomputers and networks, peripheral components, data communications, and the relationship between hardware components and the operating system. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 360 or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 464 - Data Structures in Assembly Language


    In-depth study of the theory and the programming techniques related to the storage and management of various forms of data. Programming assignments require an advanced understanding of assembler language. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 360 or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 465 - Enterprise Application Environments


    File, organization, job control languages, file access methods and utilities. Security. High-throughput data-intensive applications. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 360 or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 466 - Databases


    Software development in a representative current database system. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 241 or equivalent or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 467 - Introduction to Software Engineering


    Phases of the systems development life cycle and the tools used by the analyst in planning, specifying, and implementing a complex computer-based system. Related topics include documentation standards, interaction with users, and design of interfaces. Assignments include at least one major group project.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 340 or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 468 - Systems Programming


    Detailed study of systems programming on a third-generation computer. Emphasis on the logical organization of the computer used. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 464 or equivalent.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 470 - Programming in Java


    Intermediate-level course in object-oriented programming in Java, including multi-threading, graphical applets, and Internet-based distributed client-server database applications. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 340 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 473 - .Net Programming


    Comprehensive introduction to building Windows and web applications and web services using the Microsoft .NET development platform. Includes programming in the C# language, graphics programming, the .NET Common Language Runtime, the .NET Framework classes, ADO.NET, ASP.NET, and web services. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 340, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 475 - Web Development


    Examination of client-side web development. Technical topics include HTML, Cascading Style Sheets, JavaScript, and cross-browser compatibility. Includes designing an effective user interface with color, graphics, navigation, and related topics. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 340, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 476 - Web Development (Serverside)


    Examination of serverside web application development. Technical topics include a survey of serverside programming languages and frameworks. Includes designing and implementing a web application system using one of the frameworks. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 340, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 480 - Principles of Operating Systems


    Principles and practices of modern operating system design. Includes file systems organization; memory management; multitasking; windowing interfaces; interprocess communication, including communications across a network; and client-server models of processing. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 340 and CSCI 463, or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 490 - Topics in Computer Science


    A. Algorithms. Crosslisted as MATH 490AX.
    B. Artificial Intelligence
    C. Automata, Computability, and Formal Languages. Crosslisted as MATH 490CX.
    D. Compiler Design and Implementation
    E. Computer Systems
    G. Database Concepts
    J. Information Systems
    K. Programming Languages
    M. Computer Applications
    N. Computer Graphics
    Q. Computer Security
    R. Computer Networks
    U. Web Development

    Each lettered topic may be repeated to a maximum of 9 semester hours when subject changes. Students may repeat multiple lettered topics, each to its maximum.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Senior standing and consent of department.

    Credits: 3

  
  • CSCI 496 - Research and Development Internship


    Work as a paid intern. Reading and preparation of a paper under faculty supervision. May be repeated. No more than 3 semester hours in CSCI 496 may be included in the baccalaureate degree. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Declared computer science major and consent of department. Consent is competitive.

    Credits: 1-6
  
  • CSCI 497 - Undergraduate Readings in Computer Science


    Individual readings in computer science. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • CSCI 499 - Senior Honors Capstone


    Preparation of an independent study honors project under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Will not count toward credit in the major.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Admission to the university honors program and consent of department.

    Credits: 1-3

Counseling

  
  • CAHC 211 - Career Planning


    Presentation of career development and career decision making as lifelong processes. Discussion of the relationship of individuals to their work. Practice in decision making and application of learned skills to personal, academic, and career planning. Not open to students with credit in ACCY 370, FINA 395, MGMT 395, MKTG 395, or OMIS 300.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHC 400 - Exploration in the Counseling Profession


    Training in facilitative communication skills and attention to one’s relationship with the helping occupations in the community.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHC 410 - Foundations of Career Education


    Concepts, evaluation, overview, and programs in career education.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHC 490 - Workshop in Counseling


    Contemporary issues and problems in the provision of human services. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours when subject varies.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • CAHC 493 - Crisis Intervention in the Helping Professions


    Role and responsibilities of human services professionals in crisis intervention. Volunteerism, assessment, and case management for crisis situations in educational, community agency, medical, emergency management, and human resources settings.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHC 497 - Independent Study


    Independent study under direction of a faculty member. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 1-3

Curriculum and Instruction

  
  • TLCI 300 - The Community: An Educational Resource


    Study of natural, built, and human resources within communities available for educational purposes.

    Credits: 2
  
  • TLCI 301X - Teaching with a Multicultural Perspective


    Crosslisted as LTIC 301. Examination and application of content materials focusing on cultural and linguistic diversity in the classroom and in society. Emphasis on role of teacher and school in providing information and instruction that promotes equitable and multicultural education for all students. Designed primarily for preservice teachers.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TLCI 340 - Elementary School Curriculum


    Introduction to elementary school curriculum and study of the relationship of theory to practice.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TLCI 422 - Middle School Organization and Instruction


    Development of middle school organizations and philosophy; forms of curricula; characteristics of early adolescent students; special concerns in instructional and activity planning. Fulfills middle-grade philosophy, curriculum, and instruction requirement for middle grades endorsement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Junior standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TLCI 424 - Methods and Materials in the Secondary School


    Modern principles of teaching and learning in relation to the guidance of learning activities in the high school class.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TLCI 482 - Clinical Experiences in Outdoor Teacher Education


    Clinical experiences in natural and built environments. May not be used in lieu of or for student teaching credit.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • TLCI 483 - Outdoor Education/Laboratory Experience


    Laboratory work outside the classroom required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: TLEE 383, student teaching, and senior standing.

    Credits: 1
  
  • TLCI 490 - Workshop in Curriculum Leadership


    Concentrated study of curriculum, contemporary issues, and problems of the community and public schools. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Acceptance by director of workshop.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • TLCI 491 - Special Topics in Secondary Education


    Topics announced. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 semester hours when topic varies.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • TLCI 492 - Special Topics in Curriculum and Instruction


    A. Curriculum
    B. Professional Development Leadership
    Topics announced. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 semester hours when topic varies.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • TLCI 493 - Workshop in Outdoor Education


    Investigation and application of outdoor education principles to the particular needs and interests of workshop participant. May be repeated to a maximum of 3 semester hours.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • TLCI 495 - Workshop in Secondary Education


    Concentrated study of curriculum, contemporary issues, and problems of the community and the public schools. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Acceptance by director of the workshop.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • TLCI 497 - Independent Study


    A. Curriculum Leadership
    B. Secondary Education
    Independent study under direction of a faculty member. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 1-3

Dance Performance

  
  • TH-D 205 - Dance Techniques I


    Basic performance techniques in contemporary dance including fundamentals of ballet and modern dance. Concurrent enrollment in multiple sections or topics is permissible with a maximum of 2 semester hours per semester. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 1
  
  • TH-D 207 - Dance Techniques II


    Techniques for performance in contemporary dance including ballet and modern. Concurrent enrollment in multiple sections or topics is permissible with a maximum of 2 semester hours per semester. Proficiency requirement. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 credit hours.

    Credits: 1
  
  • TH-D 222 - Dance and the Fine Arts


    Aesthetic considerations of dance as a fine art. The study of the theory and philosophy of dance as related to music, theatre and the visual arts.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TH-D 286 - Rhythmic Analysis, Improvisation, and Composition


    Introduction to the principles of dance composition and the process of constructing simple compositional forms. Improvisation involves originating and performing dance movement without preplanning and is the primary tool in dance composition. Basic rhythmic skills, lessons in counting and count subdivision, and basic rhythmic dance forms.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TH-D 287 - Composition I


    Introduction to principles of dance composition and the process of constructing simple compositional forms. Includes movement exploration through improvisation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: TH-D 286.

    Credits: 2
  
  • TH-D 305 - Ballet III


    Study of the performance techniques in ballet at the intermediate level. Concurrent enrollment in multiple sections is permissible with a maximum of 2 semester hours per semester. May be repeated to a maximum of 24 semester hours. Proficiency requirement.

    Credits: 1
  
  • TH-D 306 - Modern Dance III


    Study of the performance techniques in modern dance at the intermediate level. Concurrent enrollment in multiple sections is permissible with a maximum of 2 semester hours per semester. May be repeated to a maximum of 24 credit hours. Proficiency requirement.

    Credits: 1
  
  • TH-D 308 - Pointe I


    Elementary pointe techniques. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: TH-D 305 or TH-D 405.

    Credits: 1
  
  • TH-D 320 - Male Ballet Techniques


    Specialized exercises and extended ballet vocabulary. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: TH-D 305 or TH-D 405.

    Credits: 1
  
  • TH-D 330 - Musical Theatre Dance


    History of dance in American Musical Theatre through practical dance applications. Includes dances from Broadway musicals starting with Show Boat and progressing through contemporary musicals. Emphasis is on learning as many different styles of dance as possible while examining technique, history, costuming, and music that influences American Musical Theatre Dance. Some styles of dance learned include the Charleston, basic ballroom dance, vaudeville numbers, etc. Technique, style, and musicality also included. Concurrent enrollment in multiple sections and topics is permissible with a maximum of 4 semester hours per semester. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 semester hours.

    Credits: 2
  
  • TH-D 353X - Analysis and Pedagogy of Dance


    Crosslisted as KNDN 353. Application of pedagogical knowledge and skills for teaching dance in a school and/or community setting. Analysis of movement utilizing principles of movement and applied kinesiology.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TH-D 361 - Jazz Technique


    Development of the techniques of jazz dance. A stimulating, rhythmic and spatial experience with creative combinations that move, communicate, and challenge. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 semester hours.

    Credits: 2
  
  • TH-D 377 - Dance Performance


    Practicum experience in dance performance. May be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: School of Theatre and Dance major or minor or consent of school.

    Credits: 1
  
  • TH-D 388 - Choreography I


    Analysis of the elements of choreographic form, styles, and trends with experience in the development of dance studies; theory and technique of solo and small group work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: TH-D 286 or consent of school.

    Credits: 2
 

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