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CHEM 418 - Chemical Research III (1)
Directed laboratory research and independent study in a specialized area of chemistry which results in a comprehensive, written research report and formal research seminar at the end of CHEM 418. Students also submit reports and make presentations documenting their progress at the end of CHEM 416 and 417. CHEM 416 prerequisite: CHEM 415. CHEM 417 prerequisite: CHEM 416. CHEM 418 prerequisite: CHEM 417. (An IP grade may be given). CHEM 416: Spring. CHEM 417: Fall. CHEM 418: Spring.
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CHEM 419 - Nanochemistry (3)
A course that focuses on the study of the most common types of nanomaterials with the emphases on synthesis, chemical modification, and characterization of their structures in the nanometer scale. The concepts include surface, size, shape, self-assembly, defects, and real world applications. An examination and analysis of the current literature will be expected. Prerequisites: CHEM 233. Fall.
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CHEM 429 - Organometallic Chemistry and Catalysis (3)
An introduction to concepts in organometallic chemistry including synthesis, electron counting schemes, spectroscopic properties, common reaction mechanisms and nomenclature. The use of organometallic species in catalytic systems will be covered including specific catalytic systems, interpretation of catalytic cycles and topics of concern in polymer synthesis. The differences between homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts will be highlighted along with typical processes that involve heterogeneous catalysts. Prerequisites: CHEM 232, 233. Spring.
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CHEM 430 - Advanced Topics in Chemistry (3)
Course designed to present current developments in a specific area of advanced chemistry. Topic areas will include analytical chemistry, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, physical chemistry and/or polymer chemistry. May be repeated as content varies. Prerequisites: CHEM 223, 233, 323, and 331. Spring.
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CHEM 434 - Mechanistic Organic Chemistry (3)
Designed specifically for science majors or pre-health students interested in how organic reactions happen. The concepts of synthetic organic chemistry and how reactions occur mechanistically. An examination of the current literature will be required of students to stay up-to-date on the current research topics in the area of synthetic and mechanistic organic chemistry. At the end of the course, students will be expected to observe a reaction and propose a reasonable determination of the mechanistic process through which the reaction proceeds. An emphasis will be placed on the following topics: electrocyclic, cycloaddition, and sigmatropic reactions, migrations, rearrangements, photochemistry, and heterocycles. Prerequisites: CHEM 232 and 233. Spring.
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CHEM 437 - Modern Biochemistry (3)
An in depth exploration of reaction kinetics and catalytic mechanisms of enzymes; metabolism; the expression and transmission of genetic information; and biological structural analysis with an emphasis on current research in the field. Prerequisites: CHEM 323, 331. Spring.
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CHEM 438 - Quantum Spectroscopy (3)
A course that focuses on the study of atomic and molecular spectroscopy and spectroscopic methods, with emphasis on fundamental physical and quantum principles and instrument design. Topics include infrared, Raman, microwave, ultraviolet-visible, fluorescence, nuclear magnetic resonance, x-ray and vacuum spectroscopic techniques. Prerequisites: CHEM 233, 331 and PHYS 222 or 231. Fall.
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CHEM 439 - Gas Phase Kinetics: Atmospheric Chemistry (3)
An introduction to analysis of the chemical reactivity and physical structure of matter, the mathematical models describing matter, and the methods of characterizing and measuring properties of matter related to atmospheric chemistry. This analysis of atmospheric chemistry will use advanced kinetics and thermodynamic principles to understand the past, present and future issues related to the global atmosphere. In addition, students will learn to discuss the relationship of chemistry to society and to their own lives (i.e., discuss the character of chemistry as a humanistic activity that results in the application of these principles to their profession, either in chemistry-related fields, in teaching, or continuing in graduate or professional schools. Prerequisites: CHEM 223, 233, 331. Fall.
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CHEM 446 - Medicinal Chemistry (3)
Designed specifically for science majors or pre-health students interested in drug discovery and pharmaceutical development, this course examines how medicinal chemists design and synthesize drug candidates to meet FDA requirements for efficacy and safety, and the path of a drug from development to patient administration. Emphasis will be placed on the following topics: drug-receptor/enzyme binding, SAR, PK, ADME, patenting of IP, and the ethical aspects of pharmaceutical development. Prerequisites: CHEM 233, 323. Fall.
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CHEM 499 - Undergraduate Research in Chemistry (1-6)
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See department chair.
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Chemistry - Special Topics and Colloquia |
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CHEM 171-4 - Special Topics in Chemistry (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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CHEM 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Colloquium (3-4)
Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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CHEM 271-4 - Special Topics in Chemistry (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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CHEM 371-4 - Special Topics in Chemistry (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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CHEM 378 - Liberal Arts Colloquium for Transfer Students (3-4)
Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description.
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CHEM 471-4 - Special Topics in Chemistry (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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CLAS 103 - Greek I (4)
Introductory study of ancient Greek as the vehicle of the Classical and Christian heritage. The course covers grammar, vocabulary, and syntax. Integrated laboratory study will prepare students to begin reading Greek literature by the end of the introductory sequence. Fall and Spring.
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CLAS 104 - Greek II (4)
Introductory study of ancient Greek as the vehicle of the Classical and Christian heritage. The course covers grammar, vocabulary, and syntax. Integrated laboratory study will prepare students to begin reading Greek literature by the end of the introductory sequence. Fall and Spring.
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CLAS 211 - Intermediate Greek I (3)
Review and further study of the fundamentals of grammar and translation; introduction to elements of classical culture. Prerequisite: CLAS 104. Fall.
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CLAS 320 - New Testament Greek (3)
This course focuses on the forms and constructions common in New Testament, rather than Classical Greek. Prerequisite: CLAS 211 or proficiency demonstrated to the satisfaction of the instructor. See department chair.
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CLAS 330 - Attic Orators (3)
Translation from Andocides, Lysias and/or Isocrates. Course will include discussion of style, rhetorical strategies and historical and cultural background. Prerequisite: CLAS 211 or proficiency demonstrated to the satisfaction of the instructor. See department chair.
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CLAS 340 - Homer (3)
Translation from selected books of the Iliad or Odyssey. Course includes discussion of epic poetry, oral composition, and practice in Homeric morphology and scansion. May be repeated as subject matter changes for a total of 6 hours credit. See department chair.
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CLAS 400 - Hellenic Historians (3)
Translation and discussion of works of Herodotus and/or Thucydides. Course includes discussion of historical and cultural background. Prerequisite: CLAS 211 or proficiency demonstrated to the satisfaction of the instructor. See department chair.
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CLAS 410 - Plato’s Middle Dialogues (3)
Translation and discussion of Plato’s middle dialogues (Phaedo, Symposium, Gorgias, Republic). Includes discussion of theory of forms and other philosophical issues arising from texts. Prerequisite: CLAS 211 or proficiency demonstrated to the satisfaction of the instructor. See department chair.
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CLAS 450 - Attic Tragedy (3)
Translation and discussion of selected tragedies of Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides. Course will include historical and cultural material and scansion practice, and a reading of Aristotle’s Poetics in translation, comparing his theory of tragedy with tragedians’ actual practice. Prerequisite: CLAS 211 or proficiency demonstrated to the satisfaction of the instructor. See department chair.
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CLAS 460 - Attic Comedy (3)
Translation and discussion of selected comedies of Aristophanes. Course will include historical and cultural material and scansion practice. Prerequisite: CLAS 211 or proficiency demonstrated to the satisfaction of the instructor. See department chair.
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CLAS 105 - Hebrew I (3)
Introduction to Hebrew language, literature and culture. This course is a practical introduction to the reading and understanding of Hebrew, including writing and pronunciation and the minimum of grammatical work consistent with the understanding of Hebrew literature. Includes basic information on Hebrew and Jewish culture as revealed through its classical literature. See department chair.
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CLAS 106 - Hebrew II (3)
Continues the work of CLAS 105. Mastery of more vocabulary and grammatical points to enable understanding of increasingly complex material in the literature of culture. See department chair.
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CLAS 365 - Introduction to the Hebrew Bible (LIT 365) (4)
An introduction to the literature of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) in translation. Examines the many forms of literature in the biblical library through close reading; explores the history, culture and religion of ancient Israel against the backdrop of the ancient Near East and introduces students to several modern critical approaches to the study of the Hebrew Bible. A study of literature that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. Every other year.
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CLAS 101 - Latin I (4)
Introductory study of Latin as the vehicle of the Western heritage from Rome. The course covers grammar, vocabulary, and syntax. Integrated laboratory study will prepare students to begin reading Latin literature by the end of the introductory sequence. Fall and Spring.
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CLAS 102 - Latin II (4)
Introductory study of Latin as the vehicle of the Western heritage from Rome. The course covers grammar, vocabulary, and syntax. Integrated laboratory study will prepare students to begin reading Latin literature by the end of the introductory sequence. Fall and Spring.
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CLAS 212 - Intermediate Latin (3)
Review and further study of the fundamentals of grammar and translation, introduction to elements of classical culture. Prerequisite: CLAS 102. Spring.
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CLAS 313 - Ovid (3)
Translation and discussion of selected works of Ovid, such as the Ars Amatoria, Metamorphoses or Fasti. Includes historical and cultural background and practice in scanning hexameter and elegiac metre. Prerequisite: CLAS 212 or proficiency demonstrated to the satisfaction of instructor. Odd years Spring.
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CLAS 332 - Roman Love Poetry (3)
Translation and discussion of selections from Catullus, Propertius, Tibullus and Ovid. Includes historical and cultural background and practice in scanning elegiac and other metres. Prerequisite: CLAS 212 or proficiency demonstrated to the satisfaction of instructor. Even years Fall.
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CLAS 352 - Cicero (3)
Translation and discussion from selected speeches, philosophical works and/or letters of Cicero. Includes historical and cultural background. Prerequisite: CLAS 212 or proficiency demonstrated to the satisfaction of instructor. Even years Fall.
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CLAS 412 - Roman Historians (3)
Translation and discussion of Livy, Sallust or Tacitus’ Annals. Course includes historical background. Prerequisite: CLAS 212 or proficiency demonstrated to the satisfaction of instructor. Odd years Fall.
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CLAS 422 - Roman Didactic Poetry (3)
Translation and discussion of selections from Virgil’s Georgics and Lucretius’ De Rerum Natura. Course will include background in earlier and later didactic poetry. Prerequisite: CLAS 212 or proficiency demonstrated to the satisfaction of instructor. See department chair.
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CLAS 432 - Virgil: Aeneid (3)
Translation and discussion of selections from Aeneid. Course will include background in earlier epic poetry. Prerequisite: CLAS 212 or proficiency demonstrated to the satisfaction of instructor. Odd years Spring.
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CLAS 452 - Horace (3)
Translation and discussion of the Odes and Epodes of Horace. Includes discussion of historical and cultural background, Horace’s models in Greek lyric poetry and Horatian lyric metre. Prerequisite: CLAS 212 or proficiency demonstrated to the satisfaction of instructor. See department chair.
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CLAS 462 - Roman Satire (3)
Translation and discussion of selections from Lucilius, Horace or Juvenal. Includes cultural background and discussion of satire as a genre. Prerequisite: CLAS 212 or proficiency demonstrated to the satisfaction of instructor. See department chair.
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CLAS 250 - Mythology (3)
Survey of some of the best-known Greco-Roman myths, including their portrayal in literature and art, their significance for the culture of their time, and general theoretical treatments of myth. Any of these courses may be taken in any of the five concentrations, and one must be taken to fulfill requirements of the Classics major. There are no linguistic prerequisites for this course. Odd years Fall.
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CLAS 315 - Greek Art (ARTH 311) (4)
Explores the development of Greek art and architecture from the Bronze Age through the Hellenistic period. The course considers how Greek material culture reflects the social, religious, and commemorative preoccupations of ancient Greece. Topics include the art and architecture of Greek cities and sanctuaries; technical advances in art and architecture; the role of major artists; the visual language of Greek religion and myth; and the role of minor arts. Even years Spring.
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CLAS 316 - Roman Art (ARTH 312) (4)
Explores the art and architecture of Ancient Rome from the Republican period through the Early Christian period. The course considers how Roman material culture reflects the social, religious, and commemorative preoccupations of ancient Rome. Topics include the art and archaeology of religion; technical advances in architecture and engineering; urbanism and landscape design; the visual arts in public and private contexts; and the interplay of Roman visual culture and politics. Odd years Spring.
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CLAS 322 - World Archaeology and Culture (ANTH 322) (ARTH 322) (4)
This interdisciplinary course surveys the archeology of major world cultures from the Paleolithic to the early historic periods. The geographic areas of focus will include the Near East (Anatolia, Mesopotamia, Egypt, and the Indus Valley), Mesoamerica East Asia, Africa and South America. Topics will include the role of environmental history; the origins of agriculture, the development of urbanism and state level societies, the production and context of material culture, religion and ritual; local economic systems and modern stewardship of cultural heritage. See department chair.
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CLAS 343 - Greek History (3)
Greek history from the Mycenaean period to the death of Philip of Macedon. Any of these courses may be taken in any of the five concentrations, and one must be taken to fulfill requirements of the Classics major. There are no linguistic prerequisites for this course. Every third year Fall.
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CLAS 344 - The Roman Republic (3)
Roman history from the foundation of Rome to the accession of Augustus. Any of these courses may be taken in any of the five concentrations, and one must be taken to fulfill requirements of the Classics major. There are no linguistic prerequisites for this course. Every third year Fall.
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CLAS 345 - The Roman Empire (3)
Roman history from Augustus to the abdication of Diocletian in 305. Any of these courses may be taken in any of the five concentrations, and one must be taken to fulfill requirements of the Classics major. There are no linguistic prerequisites for this course. Every third year Fall.
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CLAS 350 - Women in Antiquity (3)
Focuses on the socio-economic, religious and daily life activities and legal aspects of women in ancient Greece and Rome by incorporating art, literary works and history to analyze women’s position in the ancient world. Any of these courses may be taken in any of the five concentrations, and one must be taken to fulfill requirements of the Classics major. There are no linguistic prerequisites for this course. Even years Spring.
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CLAS 354 - Greek and Roman Religion (RELS 354) (4)
Introduces students to the religions of the Greek and Roman worlds. Although the focus will be on the polytheistic religions of Classical Greece and Republican and Imperial Rome, the course will also consider the impact of Egyptian, Persian, Etruscan, and the mystery religions, including early Christianity, of the Roman Empire. Religious practices and beliefs will be considered in a wide range of literary, artistic and archaeological sources. Prerequisite: HUM 124. Even years Fall.
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CLAS 356 - Ancient Sexuality (4)
General introduction to sexuality and gender in the ancient world. This course will use ancient texts and images along with secondary literature to construct a picture of the different varieties of sexual experience in the ancient world, especially the Greeks and Romans. It will also consider comparative material from other ancient cultures. Prerequisite: HUM 124. Odd years Spring.
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CLAS 383 - Archaeology (4)
Alternates between Greek and Italian archaeology and considers practical and theoretical issues related to the discipline of archaeology. Through the examination of ancient material culture, we will consider how the archaeological record reflects the religious, commemorative and political preoccupations of each culture as well as issues of identity and social construction. A central theoretical concern of the course will be how we read the material record of prehistoric cultures vis à vis the material record of historic ones and the influence of written sources on archaeological interpretation in general and Greek and Italian archaeology in particular. It is particularly recommended for students planning study abroad in field archaeology. See department chair.
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CLAS 393 - Epic and Tragedy (3)
Taught in translation, this course alternates between Greek tragedy and epic, and Roman epic. The course includes historical, cultural and literary issues and is suitable for Classics majors and anyone interested in exploring texts that have influenced 2500 years of European literature. Any of these courses may be taken in any of the five concentrations, and one must be taken to fulfill requirements of the Classics major. There are no linguistic prerequisites for this course. See department chair.
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CLAS 495 - Senior Research Thesis (3)
Supervised independent study on a departmentally approved research topic of the student’s choice, leading to completion of a thesis. Prerequisite: senior standing. See department chair.
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CLAS 498 - Senior Capstone: Classics in Translation (3)
Senior capstone course taught in translation on varying topics. This interdisciplinary course integrates literary, historical and cultural issues and is required of Classics majors. The course is also open to advanced students in other majors who have completed the Humanities program or similar courses, and are interested in exploring texts and ideas that have influenced 2500 years of Western civilization of technology throughout. Students will demonstrate Writing and Information Literacy competencies in this course. Prerequisite: Senior standing. Fall.
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CLAS 499 - Undergraduate Research in Classics (1-6)
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See department chair.
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Classics - Special Topics and Colloquia |
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CLAS 171-6 - Special Topics in Classics (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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CLAS 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Colloquium (3-4)
Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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CLAS 271-6 - Special Topics in Classics (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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CLAS 371-6 - Special Topics in Classics (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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CLAS 378 - Liberal Arts Colloquium for Transfer Students (3-4)
Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description.
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CLAS 471-6 - Special Topics in Classics (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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Climate Change and Society |
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CCS 599 - Directed Research in Climate Change and Society (1-3)
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor or with an interdisciplinary team of faculty. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of the instructor. Students may take Directed Research twice for a total of 6 hours of credit, in any combination of MLAS 599, ENG 599 and CCS 599. Fall and Spring.
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Computer Science |
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CSCI 107 - Introduction to Computers and Multimedia (3)
A survey of computer hardware and software, networking and the Internet, the convergence of personal computers and consumer electronics, digital representation of sound and images, multimedia presentations and authoring. Includes formal labs to develop skills in useful computer applications such as spreadsheets, databases, Internet browsers and multimedia design tools. Fall and Spring.
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CSCI 182 - Introduction to Programming: Media Applications (3)
Problem solving, algorithm development, and data and procedural abstraction with an emphasis on developing applications that interface with the senses. Includes a formal laboratory section using program development tools. Students may receive credit for only one course from CSCI 182, 183 and 185. Fall and Spring.
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CSCI 183 - Introduction to Programming: Numerical Applications (3)
Problem solving, algorithm development, and data and procedural abstraction with an emphasis on developing scientific applications. Includes a formal laboratory section using program development tools. Students may receive credit for only one course from CSCI 182, 183 and 185. No credit given to students who have credit for CSCI 181. Fall and Spring.
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CSCI 185 - Introduction to Programming: Web Development (3)
Introduction to web page design and development. Topics include style sheets, dynamic content, scripting languages, and event handling. Students may receive credit for only one course from CSCI 182, 183 and 185. Fall and Spring.
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CSCI 201 - Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming (3)
An introduction to problem solving, algorithm design, implementation, and testing using object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on event-driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating objects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger. Pre- or corequisite: CSCI 182, 183 or 185. Fall and Spring.
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CSCI 202 - Introduction to Data Structures (3)
Data structures (lists, stacks, queues, binary trees, hash tables); searching and sorting algorithms; use of a modern, object-oriented programming language. Successful completion of this course with a grade of C or higher is required to progress through the Computer Science major or minor. Prerequisite: CSCI 201. Fall and Spring.
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CSCI 235 - Systems I (3)
Fundamentals of computer systems for programmers. Computer organization; machine representation of data and programs; program performance and optimization; memory hierarchy and memory management. Prerequisite: one course from CSCI 201 or 202 with a grade of C or higher. Fall and Spring.
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CSCI 280 - Computer Science Seminar (1)
Professional development seminar. Exploration of career options including internships, industry, entrepreneurship, interdisciplinary opportunities, research and graduate school. Computer science in society, ethics and security. Interpersonal communication and soft skills for effective teamwork. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in CSCI 202. Fall and Spring.
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CSCI 312 - Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (3)
An introduction to the sub-discipline of artificial intelligence. Students will investigate and implement various models of intelligent agents interacting within defined environments. Topics include knowledge representation, problem-solving via search, reasoning via probabilistic methods, and machine learning. Prerequisite: grade of C or higher in CSCI 202; STAT 185 or 225. Odd years Fall.
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CSCI 329 - Big Data Analytics (STAT 329) (3)
The analysis of unstructured and large data sets. Topics include: preparing data for deeper analysis, breaking down the process into manageable steps, regression techniques and Bayesian approach for dealing with multivariate data, and Exploratory Data Analysis with statistics software such as SAS, R, or similar packages. Prerequisites: STAT 185 or 225, CSCI 182 or 183, or permission of instructor. Even years Spring.
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CSCI 333 - Algorithms and Data Structures (3)
Data structures, efficient algorithms that use them, and their representation in programming languages. Topics include recursive analysis, randomized analysis, searching and sorting algorithms along with their data structures, order statistic selection, graph algorithms, and a selection of additional, related topics. Students will analyze their efficiency and implement them in a modern programming language. Prerequisite: grade of C or higher in CSCI 202. Fall.
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CSCI 335 - Systems II (3)
Advanced computer systems for programmers. Selected topics in operating systems, networking, and parallel computing. Prerequisite: CSCI 202 with a grade of C or higher and CSCI 235. Fall.
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CSCI 338 - Software Engineering (3)
A project-oriented course in which students working in teams complete one or more projects encompassing software design and development. Students will develop their communication skills by writing project requirements, creating and evaluating prototypes, interfacing with end users, and developing and implementing test plans. Prerequisites: CSCI 235, 333. Spring.
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CSCI 343 - Database Management Systems (3)
Study of theory and application of database management systems. Topics include database design, data normalization, transaction management and data access methods. Prerequisite: grade of C or higher in CSCI 202. Fall.
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CSCI 344 - Advanced Web Technology (3)
A class in the development of clients and servers for web applications. Topics include database integration, web site management, and the development of applications with scripting languages such as JavaScript. Prerequisite: one course from CSCI 182, 183, 185 or 201. Spring.
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CSCI 346 - Computer Graphics (3)
The study of programming techniques for the display of two-and three-dimensional objects. Topics include affine transformations, hidden line and surface elimination, raster methods, color theory, and animation. Prerequisite: grade of C or higher in CSCI 202; pre- or corequisite: MATH 365. Even years Spring.
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CSCI 347 - Game Programming (3)
A project-oriented course that offers an introduction to game design and development techniques. Students will collaboratively gain experience creating game design documents and storyboards, develop complete projects using current game engines, and produce effective documentation of their work. Topics include game engine basics, graphics, animation, gaming rules, game structures, and environmental modeling. Prerequisite: grade of C or higher in CSCI 202. Odd years Spring.
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CSCI 412 - Computer Vision (3)
A study of inference from noisy and uncertain data using probabilistic, statistical, data-driven approaches. Topics include image processing; segmentation, grouping, and boundary detection; recognition and detection; motion estimation and structure from motion. Prerequisites: grade of C or higher in CSCI 202; STAT 185 or 225. Even years Spring.
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CSCI 431 - Organization of Programming Languages (3)
Definition and design of high-level programming languages; formal tools for language definition and specification of semantics; case studies of several languages. Prerequisite: CSCI 434. Even years Spring.
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CSCI 434 - Theory of Computation (3)
A study of formal models of computation, grammars and languages, including finite state machines, regular expressions and Turing machines. Prerequisites: a grade of C or higher in CSCI 202; MATH 251. See department chair.
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CSCI 441 - Numerical Analysis (MATH 441) (3)
The theory and methods behind solving mathematical problems numerically. Topics include polynomial approximation, numerical integration, matrix algebra, solutions to systems of non-linear equations and numerical solutions to differential equations. Prerequisites: MATH 192 and 365; or permission of instructor. Even years Spring.
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CSCI 480 - Capstone I (2)
Capstone project design. Determining hardware and software requirements. Review of relevant literature and development tools. Students develop and submit an individual capstone project proposal. Prerequisite: CSCI 280; pre- or corequisite CSCI 338. Fall and Spring.
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CSCI 481 - Capstone II (2)
Capstone project implementation. Students implement the project plan that they developed in CSCI 480. Includes an oral presentation before the department’s assembled faculty to demonstrate oral competency. Prerequisite: CSCI 480. Fall and Spring.
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CSCI 499 - Undergraduate Research in Computer Science (1-6)
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See department chair.
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Computer Science - Special Topics and Colloquia |
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CSCI 171-4 - Special Topics in Computer Science (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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CSCI 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Colloquium (304)
Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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CSCI 271-4 - Special Topics in Computer Science (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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CSCI 371-4 - Special Topics in Computer Science (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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CSCI 378 - Liberal Arts Colloquium for Transfer Students (3-4)
Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description.
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CSCI 471-4 - Special Topics in Computer Science (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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Dance |
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DAN 115 - Modern Dance (3)
Addresses trends in modern dance. The emphasis will be on technical work that encompasses the entire body in a sense of wholeness, torque or specific set of energies. Movement may also be taught in combination with somatic practices thus adapted to safe practice for every level. American modern techniques may include those authored by Lester Horton, Katherine Dunham, Jose Limon, Martha Graham and Merce Cunningham. Classes will be structured to emphasize a level-one movement vocabulary and will work up to basic phrase work. In-class learning will be augmented by video showings and brief readings. Students will be required to analyze their experience learning new technique in relation to textual and filmed sources. Spring.
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DAN 116 - Yoga (3)
Combines a hybrid focus on experiential anatomy useful for dance and somatic knowledge of the body with a slow flow of hatha and vinyasa yoga. Students should expect to learn through practice how yoga asanas and vinyasa are articulated with the breath and with specific alignment. The class will address yogic philosophy and safe practice such as how to heal injuries and practice dance. The course will combine physical, somatic practice with discussions about required readings on anatomy, yogic practices and philosophy. Students will think about their bodies and practices in new ways in reference to in-class reading that addresses the history of yoga, debates about yoga, and cultural context. Fall and Spring.
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DAN 117 - Caribbean and African Dance Forms (3)
Addresses the fundamentals of movement, rhythm and cultural context in a Caribbean or African dance form. Students will become aware of the different ways in which the body’s alignment and movement in space and time are articulated. Students will learn how polyrhythm and gesture conjoin in phrase work in level one vocabulary. Students will also address Caribbean or African dances through discussion, reading of pertinent articles and viewing of filmed examples. Caribbean or African movement forms will be contextualized in regards to diasporic politics, cultural context, stories and spirituality. See program director.
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DAN 118 - Contemporary Dance I (3)
Introductory level class that articulates new movement with a movement vocabulary that is a contemporary blend of forms. With a focus on finding the body’s full movement in space and time, this class asks students to relocate balance and to play with a range of full spinal and hip articulations. Students will learn their edges and contours, and play with rhythm. Improvisational research is worked into the semester, and students are asked to find new movement, work with movement taught, or locate a pattern, contour or rhythm. The course includes weekly readings and brief dialogues on contemporary dance on a global scale and filmed representations. Fall.
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DAN 119 - Contact Improvisation (3)
Contact improvisation is an evolving system of movement initiated in 1972 by American choreographer Steve Paxton. This system of movement incorporates two or more bodies which move together in an improvised manner by sharing weight, rolling, jumping, developing physical points of contact and giving up weight. This course will focus on an introduction to the practice of contact improvisation, and students should expect to work in a community framework over the semester. Students will learn the basic skills and foundations for improvisation, and these practices will be augmented by film showings and additional readings on the form. Warm-ups for this course will include somatic techniques to promote bodily awareness and safe practice. Spring.
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DAN 120 - Somatic Movement Practices I (3)
Somatic movement practices teach the body/mind new ways of working together so as to encourage more productive movement, safe practice, experiences of anatomy and stronger more resilient bodies. Since the 1970’s, dance practitioners have incorporated somatics into their technique and this has shifted the way dance is produced and practiced in postmodern dance. This class may cover any range of somatic practices including Feldenkrais, Skinner, Bartenieff Fundamentals, Klein/Mahler. Body-Mind Centering, T’ai Chi, Yoga, Gaga and Alexander techniques. Readings on somatic practices are included, and students are required to analyze their embodied experiences using a variety of methods. Every year.
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DAN 202 - Dance Studies (3)
Analyzes concert dance practices, the dancing body and choreographies in reference to theories of the body, notions of modernism and postmodernism. The course will develop a dialogue about how we best read choreographies, dance(s) significations and importance in our world and how bodies in motion express important meanings. Students will be asked to read dance-studies texts, watch related filmed materials and engage in a productive dialogue about the meaning(s) in motion as they relate to the world in which we live. This course will also draw upon embodied exercise, and students will be asked to make connections between the physical body and the materials they are learning. Fall.
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DAN 203 - Movement Research (3)
Engages students in a new dialogue about dance making. This class will focus on methods, tools and ways to find and make new movement for contemporary dance. Each class will begin with a guided warm-up in somatics and improvisation and continue in a laboratory style set of experimentations. Student work for the class will include the use of a choreographic journal as well as midterm and final short dance showings. The overall goal of this class will be to develop movement research methodologies that are central to making new dances. Every year.
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