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


 

Dance Performance

  
  • TH-D 405 - Ballet IV


    Concentration on complex ballet techniques for performance. 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 406 - Modern Dance IV


    Concentration on complex modern dance techniques for performance. Emphasis on movement quality and interpretative performance elements. 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 408 - Pointe II


    Advanced pointe techniques. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours. Proficiency requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: TH-D 405.

    Credits: 1
  
  • TH-D 409 - Pas de Deux


    Partnering techniques and principles in classical ballet. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.

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

    Credits: 2
  
  • TH-D 420 - The Business of Dance


    Practical application of studies to business, artistic, and academic development in the profession.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: At least junior standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TH-D 467 - Dance Notation I


    A theoretical and practical introduction to notation. Analysis and recording of movement through the systems of Labanotation or Benesh Movement Notation. Equal emphasis on the reading and writing of dance scores. Recommended: Knowledge of intermediate-level ballet vocabulary.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TH-D 468 - Dance Notation II


    Continuation of Dance Notation I, including floor work and group scoring. Emphasis on reading of dance scores and recording movement in Labanotation or Benesh Movement Notation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: TH-D 467.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TH-D 474 - Dance Philosophy and Aesthetics


    Philosophy of dance including aesthetic principles and critical evaluations of varying dance forms and styles.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TH-D 475 - History of Dance 17th Century to Modern Times


    Historical development of dance from the 17th century to modern times, considering cultural and artistic interdependencies.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TH-D 477 - Special Studies in Dance


    A. Spanish
    B. Mid-Eastern
    C. Advanced Theatrical Jazz
    D. Character
    E. Female Classical Variations
    J. Male Classical Variations
    M. Theatrical Tap
    N. Repertory
    Q. Others
    Studies in dance forms. Open to students who qualify for specialized study. Concurrent enrollment in multiple sections or topics is permissible with a maximum of 6 semester hours per semester. May be repeated to a maximum of 24 semester hours.

    Credits: 1
  
  • TH-D 488 - Choreography II


    Continued analysis of the elements of choreographic forms, styles, and trends with the development of dance studies of extended length; consideration of the theory and technique of advanced group work. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: TH-D 388.

    Credits: 2
  
  • TH-D 496 - Tutorial in Dance


    Directed individual study in special areas of dance. Concurrent enrollment in multiple sections is permissible with a maximum of 5 semester hours per semester. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.

    Credits: 1-3

Design and Media Arts

  
  • ARTD 201 - Introduction to Visual Communication


    Introduces composition, typography, and historical and contemporary concepts about the evolving field of graphic design. Open only to students accepted into the Visual Communication area of study. Offered only in Fall semester. For further details please see “Visual Communication Area of Study” in the Limited Admissions Requirements section of this catalog.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Admission to the Visual Communication area of study, ART 100, ART 102, and consent of school. CRQ: ART 101 and ART 103.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 211 - Typography


    Study of typography, including its form, application, and role in culture. Exploration of typography as a primary medium of visual communication.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 201.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 212 - Type and Image


    Study of the visual interrelationship of type and image, color theory, systems of organization in graphic design, and the conceptual aspects of communication.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 201.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 215 - Digital Photography for Non-majors


    Introductory level digital photography class for non-majors. Focus on digital imaging techniques, emphasizing the use of the camera and computer as a creative tool. Essentials of digital photographic equipment and techniques as well as photographic image-making history, theory and practice. Instruction in how to shoot, edit, manipulate, and critique photographs. A digital camera with manual focus and exposure controls is required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 273 - Introduction to Time Arts I


    Introduction to methods and concepts of time-based media art. Projects may include animation, image processing, and programming of text and graphics.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ART 100, ART 101, ART 102, and ART 103, or consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 275 - Introduction to Time Arts II


    Theory and application of time-art computer graphic technology in design and fine art with emphasis on interactivity.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 273, or consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 302 - Color


    Color theory: Munsell, Ostwald, Itten, Albers. Combination of lecture and studio aimed at developing sensitivity to color and knowledge of its properties.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ART 102.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 303 - Video Art


    Concepts and techniques of video art.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Successful completion of portfolio review in any area in the School of Art.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 311 - Intermediate Visual Communication I


    Use of typography and imagery in the problem-solving processes in graphic design with emphasis on the development of conceptual skills.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 211 and ARTD 212.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 312 - Intermediate Visual Communication II


    Further work in graphic design with a focus on sequence and series in communication media.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 311 and ARTD 318.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 313 - Beginning Photography


    Designed to provide basic skills in technical processes of photography for the art student and to equip the student to use photography as an art medium.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 318 - Interaction Design I


    Introduction to aspects of interaction design including usability, information architecture, graphic design in the interactive context, and the technical parameters of an interactive environment.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: ARTD 311.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 319 - Interaction Design II


    Principles of prototyping, digital animation, and interaction, and the application of formal systems in design.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 318.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 320 - Motion Graphic Design


    Introduction to aspects of motion graphic design; history, aesthetic issues, and technical parameters of motion graphic development.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 212.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 350 - Sound


    Studies in the concepts of non-musical audio art with emphasis on combining audio with other media.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Successful completion of portfolio review or consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 355 - Critical Topics in Art and Time


    Seminar on theoretical, social, and aesthetic issues in interactive and computer-based 4-D art.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Successful completion of portfolio review in any area in the School of Art and Design, or consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 370 - 2-D Animation


    Concepts and practice of animation with emphasis on computer-based 2-D animation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Successful completion of portfolio review, or consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 373 - 3-D Animation


    Concepts and practices of 3-D modeling and animation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 370, successful completion of portfolio review, or consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 404 - Design Methodologies


    Investigation and utilization of problem-solving strategies for the designer.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 311.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 405 - Professional Practices in Design


    Investigation of business, legal, and ethical aspects of professional practice for designers. Effective communication concerns in client relationships and contract documents. Fundamental considerations within office practice; the designer’s role and responsibilities.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 212 or successful completion of review in the Design and Media Arts Division, or consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 406 - Senior Project


    Professional practice in the student’s area of study. Field experience, studio and/or lecture. Work completed to be presented as a capstone experience and skill of the student’s major area of study. The course may be repeated only for students completing more than one Design emphasis in the School of Art and Design. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Senior standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 409 - Advanced Topics: Interactive Art


    Interactive art with emphasis on structured and individual projects. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Successful completion of portfolio review in time arts, or consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 411 - Advanced Visual Communication I


    Further work in design with emphasis on problem solving: exploration of signs and symbols resulting in visual identity systems and analytical and creative approaches of designing specific publications.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 312.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 412 - Advanced Visual Communication II


    Advanced studies in the design of complex, content rich, publications, and interactive expressions of such publications; web design, and design expressed in series.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 411. CRQ: ARTD 406.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 413 - Intermediate Traditional Photography


    Further exploration of the technical and aesthetic aspects of photography as a contemporary art medium. Studio, lecture, and laboratory. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 313.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 414 - Information Design


    Introduction to the information design process, using symbol, typography, and imagery, with the goal of increasing understanding and access of information for the user.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 311.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 418A - Special Problems in Visual Communication


    Specific studies in related areas of visual communication. Topics announced. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Successful completion of review in visual communication or consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 418B - Advanced Problems in Visual Communication


    Advanced studies in related areas of visual communication. Topics announced. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 312 or consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 419 - Intermediate Digital Photography


    Exploration of technical and aesthetic aspects of color digital photography as a contemporary art medium. Studio, lecture, and laboratory. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 313.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 420 - Design Field Experience


    A. Time Arts
    C. Visual Communication
    D. Photography

    Cooperative work experience for students in the design and technology emphasis. Cooperatively supervised professional practice with selected and/or approved design firms to provide a learning experience complementary to the student’s area of study in design. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Advanced standing in the design student’s area of study and approval of the faculty field experience adviser in the design student’s area of study.

    Credits: 1-6

  
  • ARTD 466 - Intermedia Arts


    Studies in art combining (mostly electronic) media, with emphasis on individual projects. Topics announced. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Successful completion of portfolio review or consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 467 - Advanced Topics: Video Art


    Studies in video art production with a focus on individual projects. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 303 or consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 468 - Advanced Photographic Media


    Advanced projects in photographic media. Topics announced. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 413 or ARTD 419 and successful completion of portfolio review in Photography.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 469 - Problems in Photography


    Advanced individual work in photographic media with emphasis on experimentation and artistic expression. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 413 or ARTD 419 and successful completion of portfolio review in Photography.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 473 - Advanced Topics: 3D Animation


    Intensive work in animation using primarily 3-D techniques with emphasis on individual projects. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ARTD 373, or consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ARTD 475 - Time Arts: Special Topics


    Concentrated study in time arts and electronic media. Topics announced. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Successful completion of portfolio review in Time Arts.

    Credits: 3

Early Childhood Education

  
  • SEEC 282 - Educational Participation in Clinical Experiences: Early Childhood Education


    Pre-student teaching clinical in early childhood programs for children 3 years through 5 years of age. Candidates are required to participate a minimum of 80 clock hours. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours. S/U grading.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SEEC 300 - Observation and Assessment of Young Children


    Observational techniques and strategies of informal and formal developmental assessment of young children in various settings. Includes sources of information, data analyses and presentation, and referral procedures.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SEEC 304 - Introduction to Community Education: Children


    Orientation to educational programs for children in community organizations and other non-formal settings. Introduction to the history, theory, and practice of fostering self-activity and learning out of school. Includes a field component. Criminal Background Check required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: SESE 304 and KNPE 304.

    Credits: 1
  
  • SEEC 340 - The Language Arts and Social Studies for the Primary Child


    Ways of supporting language learning and learning of social studies concepts by children in the primary grades. Emphases on the developmental origins of spoken and written language competencies, the language arts curriculum, and the social studies curriculum for the primary grades such as the implementation of democratic values and processes, citizenship rights and responsibilities, and functions of government.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SEEC 343 - Teaching Science and Mathematics to Children Ages 5-8


    Design of science and mathematics curriculum with emphasis on physical and life science and mathematics content for young children, methods and materials, problems and issues, and research findings.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SEEC 382 - Practicum in Early Childhood Studies


    Participation and observation in early childhood classrooms where children ages five through eight are enrolled. Candidates are required to participate and observe for a minimum of 80 clock hours. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours. S/U grading.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SEEC 401 - Play Development of the Young Child


    Significance of play in the development process. Examination of various aspects of play in early childhood programs.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SEEC 403 - Primary Curriculum


    Examination of the procedures for planning, organizing, implementing, and interpreting the learning environment, curriculum, and materials for young children in primary grade classrooms.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SEEC 410 - Trends and Issues in Early Childhood Education


    Focus on philosophical and psychological aspects of early childhood education as related to contemporary society.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SEEC 425 - Democracy in the Early Childhood Classroom


    Democratic methods of classroom management related to young children’s social learning, autonomy, and moral development. Daily scheduling in early childhood classrooms and the management of integrated and emergent curricula. Strategies for developing a diverse and unified community of learners. Professional responsibilities of teachers.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SEEC 430 - Preschool and Kindergarten Curriculum


    Examination of procedures for planning, organizing, implementing, and interpreting the learning environment, curriculum, and materials for young children in kindergarten and the preschool classroom.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SEEC 485A - Student Teaching in Preschool-Kindergarten


    Student teaching for one-half semester or one entire semester in early childhood programs for children 3 years through 5 years of age. Assignments to be arranged with the department. S/U grading. See “Educator Licensure Requirements.”

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: SEEC 382.

    Credits: 3-12
  
  • SEEC 485B - Student Teaching in Primary


    Student teaching for one-half semester or one entire semester in classrooms where children age 5 through 8 are enrolled. Assignments to be arranged with the department. S/U grading. See “Educator Licensure Requirements.”

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: SEEC 382.

    Credits: 3-12
  
  • SEEC 490 - Workshop in Early Childhood 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
  
  • SEEC 492 - Special Topics in Early Childhood Education


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

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • SEEC 497 - Independent Study


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

    Credits: 1-3

Economics

  
  • ECON 160 - Contemporary Economic Issues


    Economic approach to analysis of problems such as poverty, crime, unemployment, and inflation. Insights and evaluation of policy proposals. Not open for credit toward the major or minor in economics.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 260 - Principles of Microeconomics


    Introductory study of market and nonmarket mechanisms in the allocation of productive resources and in the distribution of income. Includes the study of monopolies, oligopolies, and labor unions as well as applications to selected current economic problems. Sophomore standing recommended unless student is majoring or minoring in economics.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 261 - Principles of Macroeconomics


    Introductory study of factors determining aggregate income, employment, and general price level. Such factors include roles of government, the banking system, and international monetary relations. Sophomore standing recommended unless student is majoring or minoring in economics.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 300 - Labor Economics


    Wage determination and the structure of wages, the institution of unions in the United States, and problems and treatment of economic insecurity.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 301 - Labor Problems


    Aims, methods, and policies of organized labor; collective bargaining; and regulation of industrial relations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 302 - Minority Economic Problems


    Economic status of minority groups in the United States; productivity and economic theories of discrimination; and public and private programs to achieve minority economic development.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 310 - Monetary Policy


    Roles of monetary theory and policy with emphasis on their implications for dealing with current economic problems within the structure of the U.S. monetary system.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 261.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 320 - Government and Business


    Introductory analysis of the structure, conduct, and performance of American industry. Emphasis on role of government policy through such measures as antitrust, regulation, and public ownership.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 330 - International Economics


    International trade, foreign exchange markets, balance of payments, and international monetary relations. Includes relevant theoretical foundations, institutions, and policy alternatives.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260 and ECON 261.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 341 - Economic Area Studies


    A. Asia
    B. Europe
    C. Africa, South of the Sahara
    D. Latin America

    May be repeated to a maximum of 9 semester hours, but each topic may be taken only once.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260 and ECON 261.

    Credits: 3

  
  • ECON 360 - Intermediate Microeconomics


    Exposition of economic price theory and resource allocation; commodity and factor price and output determination.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 361 - Intermediate Macroeconomics


    Theory of aggregate income, output, and employment; the price level and interest rates; and economic stabilization policy.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 261.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 370 - Current Economic Issues


    Topics of current importance to consumers, resource owners, business, and government. May be repeated up to 6 hours as topics change.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260 and ECON 261.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 371 - Health Economics


    Applies microeconomic analysis to the behavior of individuals, health care providers, managed care organizations, insurers, pharmaceutical firms, and government to strengthen students’ understanding of the health care system and health care policy.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 372 - Income Distribution and Poverty


    Introduction with emphasis on conditions in the United States, past and present. Understanding the link between inequality and the performance of an economy is an integral part of understanding the very process of development and the effects of different policies. Introduction to the complex issues facing policy makers.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 373 - Economics and Equity


    How different forms of economic activities, policies, and methods of government resource allocations affect the distribution of welfare, income, and resources across and among various groups of people and businesses. Understanding how to measure and analyze the poverty, discrimination, equity, and efficiency effects of government programs.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260 and ECON 261.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 374 - Game Theory


    Analysis of decision makers who are aware that their actions and any assumptions made by others about their actions will affect the actions of those others. In the last 25 years, game theory has become the core of economic theory, both micro and macro. Introduction to the tools of game theory and the usefulness of this approach by analyzing several examples.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 375 - Industrial Economics


    Theoretical aspects of industrial organization (IO), the field of economics that studies the structure of markets and the behavior of firms, as well as empirical examples that come from “real life” business practice. Additional focus on industry policies and regulations. Topics include: Theory of the firm and market structure, monopoly practice, oligopoly and collusion, entry deterrence, product differentiation, advertising, and industry regulation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 385 - Introduction to Urban and Regional Economics


    Emphasis on the economic aspects of urban and regional problems and issues.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 386 - Environmental Economics


    Theoretical foundations and economic analyses of pollution, congestion, resource depletion, and other environmental problems accompanying economic growth, population growth, technological change, and urbanization. Environmental policies and quality control, resource and energy conservation, population, technology, and economic growth policies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 390 - Basic Econometrics and Economic Applications


    Introduction to econometric concepts. Topics include simple linear estimation of consumption functions and of demand and supply functions; multiple regression as applied to money demand functions; prediction; and distributed lag models.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: STAT 301 or STAT 350 or UBUS 223. CRQ: ECON 390A.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 390A - Basic Econometrics Laboratory


    Econometric applications.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: ECON 390.

    Credits: 1
  
  • ECON 393 - Introduction to Mathematical Methods in Economics


    Descriptions of static economic models by means of elementary calculus and matrix algebra; application and interpretation of the general linear model in economics.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 211 or MATH 229; ECON 260 and ECON 261. CRQ: ECON 393A.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 393A - Mathematical Economics Laboratory


    Computational, numerical, or graphical applications.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: ECON 393.

    Credits: 1
  
  • ECON 397 - Directed Study


    Selected readings and study taken in conjunction with an upper division economics course. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260 and ECON 261.

    Credits: 1
  
  • ECON 401X - Third Clinical Secondary School Experience in History/Social Sciences


    Crosslisted as ANTH 401X, GEOG 401X, HIST 401, POLS 401X, PSYC 401X, and SOCI 401X. Discipline-based clinical experiences for prospective secondary teachers in history and social sciences. Observations, evaluation, and practicum on methods and problems in teaching in the discipline. Includes a minimum of 40 clock hours of supervised and formally evaluated experiences in the particular setting likely for the student teaching experience. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department. CRQ: ANTH 496X or ECON 496X or GEOG 496X or HIST 496 or POLS 496X or PSYC 496X or SOCI 496X.

    Credits: 1-2
  
  • ECON 403 - Economics of Human Resources


    Analysis of factors affecting demand for and supply of labor. Human capital analysis, discrimination, labor market operations, and public policy.

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

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 420 - Antitrust Economics


    Detailed analysis of monopoly, near monopoly, and various business practices. Examination of legal and economic foundations of current and past public policies toward monopoly.

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

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 423 - Public Utilities


    General economic characteristics of and governmental policy toward public utilities. Problems such as pricing, finance, and private, cooperative, and public ownership.

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

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 425 - Economic Education


    Exploration of selected economic concepts, topics, and classroom materials/applications to assist elementary or secondary teachers in developing K-12 economics curricula and instructional activities that meet State of Illinois standards. May be repeated to a maximum of 3 semester hours when topic varies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • ECON 443 - Economic Development


    Analysis of major problems and issues of a theoretical and a policy nature concerning developing economies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 360 or ECON 361, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 450 - Public Economics


    Analysis of the structure and effects of national, state, and local revenue and outlay systems.

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

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 452 - Fiscal Policy


    Examination of the role of the federal budget in fiscal policy. Public expenditures, taxes, and debt management are evaluated as tools of economic stabilization since World War II.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 361.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 454 - State and Local Finance


    Analysis of the expenditure revenue process in state and local governments. Effect of intergovernmental grants and future of fiscal federalism.

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

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 466 - Business Cycles


    History of business fluctuations; theories and techniques of analysis; counter cyclical monetary and fiscal policies; and survey of selected forecasting techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 361 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 470 - History of Economic Thought


    Development of economic thought to the mid-19th century. Emphasis on Adam Smith, Ricardo, Malthus, Mill, and Marx.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260 and ECON 261, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
 

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