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DRAM 204 - Production Lab: Continued Practice (1)
Lab credit for continued practice of skills in the student’s area of interest. Areas may include the rehearsal process, construction process, or production crews. Open only to Drama majors and minors. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours of credit. Grading is S/U. Fall and Spring.
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DRAM 212 - Scene Study Techniques (3)
A scene study class that includes introduction to character analysis; approaches to the acting of realistic and some nonrealistic drama; and techniques of emotional, physical, and psycho-logical scene preparations. Prerequisite: DRAM 111. Spring.
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DRAM 213 - The Art of Public Speaking and Presentations (3)
An interactive presentation-centered course integrating multiple modes of communication and expression to enhance and transform informative, persuasive, and personal presentations. Students will learn how to incorporate various art forms and technology along with voice and body language techniques to create dynamic, successful, and varied communications that are designed for the needs of their specific audiences. Fall and Spring.
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DRAM 220 - Stage Management (2)
Fundamentals of stage and theatre management; emphasis on organization, collaboration and the supervisory role of the stage manager. Fall.
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DRAM 240 - Survey of Theatre History (3)
A general overview of theatre history from Ancient Greek to Ibsen. Students will be introduced to major theatre artists, read representative plays, and examine the architecture, technology, and socio-cultural context as they impact the theatre. Prerequisite: DRAM 144. Spring.
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DRAM 316 - Directing for the Stage (3)
Analysis and interpretation of the script, blocking and composition, coaching actors, scheduling and leading rehearsals, and coordination of production details through hands-on experience. Prerequisites: DRAM 111, 122, 144, 212. Spring.
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DRAM 318 - Applied Theatre (3)
The theory and practice of theatre in non-traditional theatrical settings using actors and non-actors to explore individual and collective transformation. Intersections between theatre and public health, human rights, criminal justice, museum education, or political activism may be examined. See department chair.
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DRAM 319 - Creative Drama (3)
Theory and practice of dramatic activities such as story dramatization, storytelling, pantomime, improvisation, puppetry, and theater games as a process for fostering creativity, self-expression, interpersonal skills, and aesthetic awareness. Appropriate for students interested in learning interactive ways to lead and facilitate groups in therapeutic, educational or community settings. See department chair.
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DRAM 324 - Theatre Technology Investigations (3)
Covers technical topics such as costume, makeup, scenery, lighting, or sound on a rotational basis. Theoretical and practical aspects of each area will be covered. May be repeated as topics vary for a total of 15 hours of credit. Prerequisite: DRAM 121 or permission of instructor.
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DRAM 346 - Theatre History Investigations (3)
Close examination of selected eras, artists, plays, or ideas in theatre history. Topics are covered on a rotational basis. May be repeated as topics vary for a total of 9 hours of credit. Prerequisite: DRAM 240. See department chair.
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DRAM 415 - Acting Investigations (3)
An advanced acting class studying a variety of acting techniques. This course can be repeated up to three times as content varies. Prerequisites: DRAM 111, 144, and 30 hours or sophomore standing. See department chair.
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DRAM 416 - Directing Investigations (3)
A continuation of DRAM 316 with an emphasis on directing styles, approaches, conceptualization and production values. Each student will direct for public performance. May be repeated as topics vary for a total of 9 hours of credit. Prerequisite: DRAM 316. Odd years Fall.
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DRAM 425 - Design Investigations (3)
Design topics such as costume, scenery, lighting or sound are offered on a rotational basis. Theoretical and practical aspects of design will be covered. May be repeated as topics vary for a total of 12 hours of credit. Prerequisite: DRAM 122 or permission of instructor.
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DRAM 490 - Professional and Technical Internship (1-6)
Intensive experience with a participating professional theatre arranged individually for the Drama major’s area of concentration. Open only to Drama majors. Prerequisites: determined individually. See department chair.
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DRAM 492 - Senior Seminar (1)
Seminar serving as a bridge from educational to professional theatre, graduate study and other job opportunities. With a focus on integrative learning, topics will include a combination of the following: career preparedness, industry standards and awareness, how theatre training translates to other professions, financial literacy, work/life balance, grant writing, arts policy, and advocacy. The major course components include: 1) weekly topical modules or guest speakers 2) the creation of a digital portfolio 3) oral presentation of digital portfolio, and 4) a written reflection on the value of the liberal arts as it relates to future plans. Prerequisite: Senior standing in Drama. Spring.
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DRAM 499 - Undergraduate Research in Drama (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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Drama - Special Topics and First-Year Seminar |
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DRAM 171-4 - Special Topics in Drama (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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DRAM 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Seminar (3-4)
Course offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirement. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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DRAM 271-4 - Special Topics in Drama (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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DRAM 371-4 - Special Topics in Drama (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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DRAM 471-4 - Special Topics in Drama (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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General Engineering |
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E 101 - Introduction to Engineering and Problem Solving (1)
An introduction to engineering as a discipline and profession. Emphasis on engineering design, interdisciplinary teamwork, and problem solving from a general engineering perspective. Overview of academic policies affecting undergraduate engineering students. Exposure to the NC State College of Engineering and the joint UNC Asheville-NC State programs and services. Permission of instructor required. Fall.
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Electrical and Computer Engineering Note: Enrollment in 300-400 level ECE courses requires students to have matriculated into the program at NC State and declared their major at UNC Asheville.
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ECE 109 - Introduction to Computer Systems (3)
Introduction to key concepts in computer systems. Number representations, switching circuits, logic design, microprocessor design, assembly language programming, input/ output, interrupts and traps. Spring.
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ECE 200 - Introduction to Signals, Circuits and Systems (4)
Ohm’s law and Kirchoff’s laws; circuits with resistors, photocells, diodes and LEDs; rectifier circuits; first order RC circuits; periodic signals in time and frequency domains, instantaneous, real and apparent power; DC and RMS value; magnitude and power spectra, dB, dBW, operational amplifier circuits, analog signal processing systems including amplification, clipping, filtering, addition, multiplication, AM modulation sampling and reconstruction. Weekly hardware laboratory utilizing multimeter, function generator, oscilloscope and spectrum analyzer and custom hardware for experiments on various circuits and systems. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in MATH 192 and PHYS 221; cumulative GPA of at least 2.50. Fall.
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ECE 209 - Computer Systems Programming (3)
Computer systems programming using the C language. Translation of C into assembly language. Introduction to fundamental data structures: array, list, tree, hash table. Prerequisite: grade of C- or better in ECE 109. Fall.
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ECE 211 - Electric Circuits (4)
Introduction to theory, analysis and design of electric circuits. Voltage, current, power, energy, resistance, capacitance, inductance. Kirchhoff’s laws node analysis, mesh analysis, Thevenin’s theorem, Norton’s theorem, steady state and transient analysis, AC, DC, phasors, operational amplifiers, transfer functions. Prerequisites: grade of C- or better in ECE 200. Pre- or corequisite: ECE 220. Spring.
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ECE 212 - Fundamentals of Logic Design (3)
Introduction to digital logic design. Boolean algebra, switching functions, Karnaugh maps, modular combinational circuit design, flip-flops, latches, programmable logic and synchronous sequential circuit design. Use of several CAD tools for logic synthesis, state assignment and technology mapping. Prerequisite: grade of C- or better in ECE 109. Spring.
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ECE 220 - Analytical Foundations of Electrical and Computer Engineering (3)
This course is designed to acquaint you with the basic mathematical tools used in electrical and computer engineering. The concepts covered in this course will be used in higher level courses and, more importantly, throughout your career as an engineer. Major topics of the course include complex numbers, real and complex functions, signal representation, elementary matrix algebra, solutions to linear systems of equations, linear differential equations, Laplace transforms used for solving linear differential equations, Fourier series and transforms and their uses in solving ECE problems. Prerequisites: grade of C- or better in ECE 200. Spring.
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ECE 306 - Introduction to Embedded Systems (3)
Introduction to designing microcontroller-based embedded computer systems using assembly and C programs to control input/output peripherals. Use of embedded operating system. Prerequisite: C- or better in both ECE 209 and 212. Fall.
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ECE 310 - Design of Complex Digital Systems (3)
Design principles for complex digital systems: Iteration, top- down/bottom-up, divide and conquer and decomposition. Descriptive techniques, including block diagrams, timing diagrams, register transfer and hardware-description languages. Consideration of transmission-line effects on digital systems. Prerequisites: grade of C- or better in ECE 212. Spring.
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Economics |
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ECON 103 - Introductory Economic Analysis (4)
Introduces students to an analytical framework for understanding issues of contemporary concern using economic concepts, models, and methods. In addition to foundational theory, this course incorporates modern theoretical insights and empirical findings to present economics to introductory students as it is practiced by academics in the field. Using an integrated instruction of macro- and microeconomic themes, the goal of this course is to help students identify, analyze, and formulate solutions to real-world problems. No credit given to students who have credit for both ECON 101 and 102. Fall and Spring.
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ECON 104 - Microeconomic Principles for Engineers (3)
Introduces foundational economic theory, concepts, models, and methods to students pursuing a major in engineering. No credit given to students who have credit for ECON 102 or 103. Prerequisite: E 101 or permission of instructor. See department chair.
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ECON 242 - Economics of Food (4)
An introduction to the theory of the production and consumption of food. Topics include the role of agricultural and food policy in domestic and international food markets, food aid, the economics of food security, consumer behavior around food purchasing, the economics of obesity, challenges associated with building a sustainable food system, and world food problems such as famines and perpetually repressed agricultural productivity. Students will be required to participate in group-based discussion, critical thinking activities, contemplative practices, and/or cross-course activities. Fall.
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ECON 245 - Land Economics (4)
An examination of the interdependence of land and people, with special emphasis on how people affect land. Issues considered include the determination of property values, property rights, land tenure, land conversion, dispossession, and government policies including (de)colonization. Additional topics may include the geography of land use, urban economics, place-making, and housing policy. Students will be required to participate in group-based discussion, critical thinking activities, and contemplative practices. Prerequisite: ECON 103. Spring.
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ECON 260 - Immigration Economics (4)
An examination of the causes and consequences of immigration using theoretical and empirical tools. Course covers the migration experience from the perspectives of immigrants, residents of origin countries, and people in destination countries. Particular attention is paid to: (1) why people immigrate, where they choose to locate, how long they choose to stay, and how they adjust (assimilate) to their new countries; and (2) how immigration affects native-born citizens in destination countries, including the effects on employment, wages, and fiscal outcomes. Odd years Spring.
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ECON 291 - Intermediate Macroeconomics (4)
An examination of theories and evidence on economic growth and business cycles. The course covers determination of gross domestic product, investment, consumption, employment, and unemployment. It also covers analysis of wage rates, interest rates, and inflation. Finally, it examines the roles of fiscal and monetary policies. At the end of the course, students have a better understanding of how the economy works and how different macroeconomic policies affect people’s lives. No credit given to students who have credit for ECON 301. Prerequisites: ECON 103. Spring.
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ECON 292 - Intermediate Microeconomics (4)
An examination of theories of consumer behavior, production and cost, the firm and market organization, general equilibrium and economic welfare. One of the main objectives of this course is to understand microeconomic theory using mathematics. In order to facilitate this, we will devote a significant portion of this class to problem solving and exploring how to conduct economic analysis using mathematics. No credit given to students who have credit for ECON 302. Prerequisite: ECON 103. Fall.
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ECON 305 - Investments (4)
An examination of concepts and methods used by financial market analysts and investors. Topics include the basics of personal investing, financial market organization and structure, the measurement and interpretation of risk, the relationship between risk and return, the time value of money, and the technical, efficient market, and dividend discount investment strategies. Prerequisites: ECON 103 and satisfaction of the Liberal Arts Core Quantitative Perspectives requirement. Spring.
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ECON 306 - Corporate Finance (4)
An examination of concepts and methods used by financial managers. Topics include financial statements, the time value of money, stock and bond valuation, risk and the capital asset pricing model, the cost of capital, and the capital budgeting, capital structure, and working capital management problems. Prerequisite: ACCT 215 or at least 8 credit hours in ECON. Fall and Spring.
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ECON 314 - Economic Growth and Development (4)
Highlights the need and difficulty in achieving economic growth and development, particularly for low-income countries. Toward this end, the course analyzes the meanings, measurements, sources, and implications of economic growth, economic development, income inequality, and poverty; examines what role policymakers have in facilitating economic growth and development and the challenges they face; and studies several policy areas to understand the purposes, tools, and constraints of particular policies. Students will come to understand and appreciate the complexities of economic policymaking from what, at first glance, seems to flow so easily from economic theory. Prerequisite: ECON 103. Fall.
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ECON 317 - Poverty and Human Capital (4)
An examination of the causes and consequences of poverty through the lens of human rights. Course reviews the methods for measuring human well-being and analyzing human capital formation as well as the evidence base regarding the impacts of anti-poverty programs. Scope of the course is global, covering examples from both high-income and low-income countries. Prerequisite: ECON 103. Every other year.
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ECON 331 - Feminist Economics (4)
Feminist Economics analyzes economic theory and policy through the lens of gender. It looks at how gender informs the economy, economic outcomes and people’s economic experiences. With this view, our emphasis in this course will be on exposing students to the theoretical limitations of orthodox economic theory in addressing issues related to gender and power. In addition, we will introduce alternative feminist economic theories and empirical approaches to economic analysis. Our study will include topics such as occupational segregation by sex, the gender wage gap, feminist critiques of economic choice, economics of the household, caring labor, household production, identity, and sexuality. An additional objective of this course is to introduce students to ideas and empirical methods that will enhance their ability to think critically about economics and gender as it relates to their own lives, their households, their communities, and the broader world. Prerequisite: ECON 103. Every other year.
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ECON 338 - Morality and Material Progress (4)
Modern mainstream economics portrays itself as an amoral, positive science. Yet, issues of morality cannot be separated from issues of material well-being and progress. Accordingly, students in this seminar course will examine the positions of some major thinkers from across the ages regarding the relationship between morality, material well-being, and the good life. In the process, philosophy, economics, religion, and classics will be brought into dialogue on matters of contemporary importance. Prerequisite: ECON 103. Every other Fall.
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ECON 339 - Environmental and Natural Resource Economics and Policy (4)
A pluralist examination of the causes of pollution and resource degradation as well as possible policy solutions through the theoretical lenses of neo-classical economics, institutional economics, and political economy. Critical attention is paid to how inequality, incentives, and institutional arrangements can drive environmental degradation. Topics include carbon pollution, air pollution, water pollution, as well as sustainable use of forests and other natural resources. Methods covered include non-market valuation, cost-benefit analysis, and applied policy analysis. Course considers various policy instruments including international climate agreements, carbon pricing, pollution taxes, cap-and-trade systems, and payments for ecosystem services. Prerequisites: ECON 103. Fall.
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ECON 342 - Money and the Financial System (4)
A study of analytical frameworks used to understand financial markets and an examination of how the Federal Reserve operates and how monetary policy is conducted. The course also investigates how banks interact with and affect the rest of the economy. Prerequisite: ECON 103. Fall.
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ECON 350 - International Trade and Finance (4)
Studies the underlying forces affecting economic relations among nations and covers topics from both microeconomic and macroeconomic perspectives. Microeconomic analysis will introduce students to the study of international goods, labor, and capital mobility. Macroeconomic analysis will focus upon issues such as economic growth, balance of payments, and exchange rates. Prerequisite: ECON 103. Odd years Spring.
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ECON 355 - Open Economy Macroeconomics (4)
A modern macroeconomic framework is developed and used to understand some of the most pressing issues the global economy faces, including those regarding trade imbalances, international capital movements, international financial crises, exchange rate regimes, and reform of the international financial architecture. Prerequisite: ECON 103. See department chair.
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ECON 365 - Econometrics (4)
An introduction to multiple regression and the data analytic methods used by economists to answer social science questions. Course covers causal inference, research design, experimental and quasi-experimental methods, and multiple regression analysis of data using statistical software computing packages. Prerequisites: ECON 103; STAT 185 or 225. Spring.
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ECON 450 - Seminar in Economics (4)
An exploration of topics that broaden the scope and deepen the foundation of students’ knowledge of economics. Students will gain in-depth knowledge of the theory, literature, and methods in an important subfield of economics. Each student will develop a proposal for research in this subfield, which can be implemented in ECON 480. This course will serve as the first of two courses in the senior capstone experience. May be repeated for credit as content varies. ECON 450 must be taken the semester before enrolling in ECON 480. Prerequisite: ECON 291 or 292 depending on the topic. Pre- or corequisite: ECON 365. Fall and Spring.
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ECON 480 - Senior Research in Economics (4)
The final course in the senior capstone experience, in which the student conducts and presents research described in the proposal developed in ECON 450. Must be taken with the professor of ECON 450. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of the instructor. Prerequisite: C or better in ECON 450. Fall and Spring.
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ECON 499 - Undergraduate Research in Economics (1-6)
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. Fall and Spring.
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Economics - Special Topics and First-Year Seminar |
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ECON 171-6 - Special Topics in Economics (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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ECON 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Seminar (3-4)
Course offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirement. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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ECON 271-6 - Special Topics in Economics (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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ECON 371-6 - Special Topics in Economics (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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ECON 471-6 - Special Topics in Economics (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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Education |
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EDUC 130 - General Geography, 6–12 (3)
A general survey of physical and cultural geography, the objectives, basic skills and study methods of the geographer as applied to the teaching of geography. Required for licensure in 6–9 and 9–12 Social Studies. Others admitted by permission of instructor. Field experience is required. Fall.
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EDUC 210 - Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century, K-12 (3)
Introduces students to current issues, research, and trends affecting teachers and students. Emphasizes school and student diversity, curriculum, and accountability. To be taken concurrently with EDUC 211. Prerequisite: Completion of at least 30 semester hours. Fall and Spring.
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EDUC 211 - Instructional Technology for Educational Settings, K-12 (1)
Covers current technologies, applications promoting active and participatory learning, societal and ethical issues, and the development of technological competence and essential skills. Emphasizes the practical application of the Computer Skills standards. Field experience is required. To be taken concurrently with EDUC 210. (Grading is S/U). Fall and Spring.
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EDUC 215 - Creative Arts Integration, K-6 (1)
Introduces methods for integrating the arts (visual art, music, dance, and creative drama) into the K-6 curriculum. Fall and Spring.
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EDUC 219 - Physical Activity and Healthful Living, K-6 (1)
Introduces methods for facilitating physical activity and teaching healthful living to elementary school students. Spring.
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EDUC 230 - Introduction to Exceptional Children (3)
Introduces and examines the history, legislation, legal responsibilities, categories of disabilities, characteristics, educational concerns, educational responsibilities, and best practices for meeting the needs of students with exceptionalities. Issues of referral, assessment, eligibility, individualized educational programming, service delivery options, placement, consultation and collaboration with educators and related service personnel, and professional resources are emphasized. Field Experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. See department chair.
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EDUC 231 - Assistive Technology (1)
Designed to provide pre-service and in-service teachers with an opportunity to develop the knowledge base and skills necessary to use and analyze software, hardware, and other devices used to increase, maintain or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. Field experience is required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. See department chair.
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EDUC 303 - Introduction to ed Teacher Performance Assessment (2)
Analysis of the tasks, language, documents, and rubrics required as part of the edTPA system. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Corequisite: Any EDUC course. Fall and Spring.
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EDUC 305 - Classroom and Behavior Management (3)
Emphasizes techniques for developing rapport with students, establishing student expectations, planning for and managing instruction, and developing practical teaching and learning practices for 21st century classrooms. The course examines the realities of classrooms and the teacher’s multifaceted role within the environment. Field experience is required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 230. See department chair.
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EDUC 313 - Adolescent Literature, 6–12 (3)
Young adult literature, including genres, themes, authors and history; emphasizing methodologies for incorporating the young adult novel into the classroom. Instructional and motivational techniques examined. Field experience is required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Spring.
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EDUC 314 - Multiple Literacies in Content Area Classrooms (3)
Multiple literacies have been designated as reading, writing, speaking, listening and doing, and include 21st century skills such as critical thinking. The focus of the course provides candidates with an overview of multiple instructional strategies as they relate to 21st century skills, differentiation, and assessment. Field experience is required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Fall and Spring.
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EDUC 315 - Art of the Young Child (3)
Interdisciplinary approach to the teaching of visual art, music, movement and creative drama; culminates in the production and presentation of a themed, integrated instructional resource. Formative assessment tools focus on lesson-planning, portfolio, performance, and in-class participation. Primarily intended for people who work with or plan to work with children pre-Kindergarten through grade 6 in a variety of settings, especially future elementary school teachers. Field experience is required. Fall.
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EDUC 316 - Practicum in Teaching Foreign Languages, K–12 (3)
A series of focused classroom observations and discussions of teaching techniques applied to the teaching of a second language in K–12 curriculum. Field work required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. See department chair.
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EDUC 317 - Language Arts in the Contemporary Classroom. K-6 (3)
Teaching the language arts (reading, writing, speaking, listening, viewing, visually representing) in the K-6 classroom. Emphasis is on children’s development in the area of multimodal literacy, including direct skills instruction, children’s literature, integrated approaches to literacy teaching and assessment, and responsive teaching frameworks and techniques. Field experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Spring.
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EDUC 320 - Middle School Principles, Practices and Materials (3)
Emphasizes the developmental goals of the middle school, curriculum and methods of instruction appropriate for middle-grade students, assessment of student learning, and materials appropriate for middle-grade students. This course includes a literacy component including: adolescent literature, writing in the middle school, and integrating reading strategies into unit designs. Field experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Fall.
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EDUC 322 - Inquiry-Based Science Instruction, K-6 (3)
Teaching science in the K-6 classroom. Emphasis on analysis of best teaching practices, inquiry experiences, classroom methods and management, and integrated teaching and assessment. Field experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Spring.
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EDUC 325 - Classroom Management and Instructional Differentiation, K-6 (3)
A study of classroom logistics for the elementary school teacher including classroom management strategies; special needs and differentiation; and positive, effective interactions with families and school and community personnel. Field experience required. Pre- or corequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Fall.
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EDUC 340 - Teaching Mathematics: Content and Process, K-6 (3)
Examination of theoretical and practical issues related to teaching mathematics to elementary school children. Includes the development and review of techniques for measuring, assessing, analyzing, and reporting student achievement. Field experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Pre- or corequisite: MATH 211 or MATH 215. Spring.
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EDUC 342 - Diagnostic Assessment and Instruction in Reading (3)
Emphasizes knowledge and skill in administering and interpreting diagnostic assessments in reading to gauge learner strengths and weaknesses and to monitor academic progress and guide instructional decision making in the teaching of reading. Emphasis is placed on using explicit instructional techniques in teaching the essential components of reading such as phonemic awareness, phonics/word study, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension using evidence-based teaching strategies. Field Experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 230, 317. See department chair.
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EDUC 344 - Facilitating Global Citizenship: Teaching Critical Thinking in the Social Studies, K-6 (3)
Emphasizes curriculum standards, methods and materials associated with Social Studies, short-term and long-range planning, geography, use of technology, and integration of Social Studies with other disciplines. Field experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Fall.
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EDUC 346 - Teaching Students with Diverse Needs in the General Education Classroom (3)
Designed to provide pre-service and in-service teachers with an opportunity to develop the knowledge base and skills necessary in making educational accommodations for learners with special and diverse needs within the general education classroom. Participants will be familiarized with a particular group of diverse learners and their needs, and strategies for meeting their needs. Field Experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Fall and Spring.
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EDUC 348 - Assessment for Exceptional Learners (3)
An examination of current concepts and issues in special education assessment from screening, pre-referral, eligibility/disability classification, placement, to progress monitoring of evidence-based practices. Also, the course emphasizes knowledge, skill, and practice in observation, standardized norm referenced, curriculum-based, family, and ecological methods of assessment, including those appropriate for children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Collection of assessment data and their appropriate application are part of the required field experience. Field Experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 230. See department chair.
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EDUC 349 - Evidence Based Strategies for Teaching Mathematics to Learners with Disabilities (3)
Examination of methods and materials appropriate to teaching mathematics to a diversity of learners. Field experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211; MATH 211, 215. See department chair.
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EDUC 499 - Undergraduate Research in Education (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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EDUC 384 - Methods and Management for Teaching Students with Exceptionalities (4)
Planning, teaching, evaluation and management essential for classroom teaching; use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies appropriate to teaching students with mild to moderate disabilities; methods of informal and formal assessment and grading. Specific techniques presented and practiced on how to develop, remediate or compensate for learners with mild to moderate educational needs. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice Semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 230, 305, 317, 342, 349, PSYC 319; formal admission to the department. See department chair.
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EDUC 388 - Literacy Processes and Practices Across the Curriculum, K-6 (4)
Designed to develop competencies in teaching reading across the curriculum. Covers the reading process, approaches, linguistics, word recognition, comprehension, vocabulary, fluency and current trends. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice Semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 317; formal admission to the department. Fall and Spring.
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EDUC 430 - Lesson Planning and Classroom Management (3)
Planning, teaching, and management essential for classroom teaching. To be taken as part of the Professional Year in the semester prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 303; formal admission to the department. EDUC 317 is a prerequisite for K-6 Elementary School and K-12 Special Education: General Curriculum licensure students; EDUC 313 is a prerequisite for 6-9 Language Arts and 9- 12 English licensure students; EDUC 230, EDUC 305, EDUC 342, and EDUC 349 are prerequisites for K-12 Special Education: General Curriculum licensure students; EDUC 314 is a prerequisite for all licensure students except those seeking K-12 Art and Foreign Language licensure; EDUC 346 is a prerequisite for all licensure students except those seeking K-6 Elementary School or K-12 Special Education: General Curriculum licensure; and PSYC 319 is a prerequisite for all licensure students except those seeking K-6 Elementary School licensure. Corequisite: One course from EDUC 431, 432, 433, 434, 435, 436, 437, 438, 439. Fall.
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EDUC 431 - K-12 Art Teaching Methods (2)
Use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies appropriate to art instruction; methods of informal and formal assessment, evaluation, and grading. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 346; PSYC 319; formal admission to the department. Corequisite: EDUC 430. Fall.
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EDUC 432 - 6-12 English and Language Arts Teaching Methods (2)
Use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies appropriate to English and Language Arts instruction; methods of informal and formal assessment, evaluation, and grading. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 313, 314, 346; PSYC 319; formal admission to the department. Corequisite: EDUC 430. Fall.
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EDUC 433 - K-12 World Language Teaching Methods (2)
Use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies appropriate to the teaching of a second language in the K–12 curriculum; methods of informal and formal assessment, evaluation, and grading. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211; 314 (for Latin licensure), 316 (for French, German, and Spanish licensure); 346; PSYC 319; formal admission to the department. Corequisite: EDUC 430. Fall.
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EDUC 434 - K-12 Health and Physical Education Teaching Methods (2)
Use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies appropriate to health and physical education instruction; methods of informal and formal assessment, evaluation, and grading. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 314, 346; PSYC 319; formal admission to the department. Corequisite: EDUC 430. Fall.
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EDUC 435 - 6-12 Mathematics Teaching Methods (2)
Use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies. Review and integration of mathematical concepts with an emphasis on teaching strategies; analysis of trends; significance of manipulative exercises; methods of informal and formal assessment, evaluation, and grading. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 314, 346; PSYC 319; formal admission to the department. Corequisite: EDUC 430. Fall.
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EDUC 436 - 6-12 Science Teaching Methods (2)
Use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies appropriate to the teaching of science; analysis of trends; laboratory experiences; methods of informal and formal assessment, evaluation, and grading. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 314, 346; PSYC 319; formal admission to the department. Corequisite: EDUC 430. Fall.
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EDUC 437 - 6-12 Social Studies Teaching Methods (2)
Use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies appropriate to Social Studies instruction; methods of informal and formal assessment, evaluation, and grading. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 130, 210, 211, 314, 346; PSYC 319; formal admission to the department. Corequisite: EDUC 430. Fall.
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EDUC 438 - K-12 Theatre Arts Teaching Methods (2)
Use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies appropriate to Theatre Arts instruction; methods of informal and formal assessment, evaluation, and grading. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 314, 346; PSYC 319; formal admission to the department. Corequisite: EDUC 430. Fall.
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EDUC 439 - Elementary and Special Education Teaching Methods (2)
Use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies appropriate to Elementary and Special Education instruction; methods of informal and formal assessment, evaluation, and grading. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 317; formal admission to the department. Corequisite: EDUC 430. Fall.
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Clinical Practice The Clinical Practice semester is designed as the culminating experience of the licensure program. It consists of EDUC 455 and 456.
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EDUC 455 - Student Teaching and Seminar (10)
Emphasizes full-time involvement of students in a cooperating elementary, middle and/or secondary school as appropriate to area/level of licensure desired. To be taken concurrently with EDUC 456. Prerequisites: Successful completion of EDUC 430 and EDUC 431, 432, 433, 434, 435, 436, 437, 438, or 439 and admission to the Professional Year. Grading is S/U. Spring.
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EDUC 456 - The Teacher as a 21st Century Professional, K-12 (2)
To continue to grow as teacher-leaders, teachers must know their students and the communities served by their schools. Licensure candidates will collect and analyze data, design and implement differentiated lessons, and analyze the impact on the learner according to the edTPA system. To be taken concurrently with EDUC 455. Spring.
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Education - Special Topics and First-Year Seminar |
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EDUC 171-4 - Special Topics in Education (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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EDUC 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Seminar (3-4)
Course offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirement. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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EDUC 271-4 - Special Topics in Education (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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EDUC 371-4 - Special Topics in Education (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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EDUC 471-4 - Special Topics in Education (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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Engineering - Special Topics |
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ENGR 171-4 - Special Topics in Engineering 1-4
Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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