Course Descriptions
Fall 2009
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ACCT 525.81E Advanced Managerial Accounting
Monday 6:15 PM - 8:55 PM
A study of accounting as related to making decisions. Readings, cases, and problems dealing with managerial accounting issues, accounting concepts, budgeting and cost control, using accounting information in planning and control. -
ART 300.801 Typography
Thursday 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
This course emphasizes the utilization of type design in the broader arenas of printed and electronic media. Initial emphasis is placed on handeye skills and accurate visual judgments, while later topics include letter-spacing, overall visual order, positive/negative space, and historical and original usage of type design and design concepts. Students will sometimes work in groups to simulate the team efforts found among professionals in the Communication Arts. Course may be repeated for up to 8 sh. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing. -
ART 300.802 Typography
Tuesday 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
This course emphasizes the utilization of type design in the broader arenas of printed and electronic media. Initial emphasis is placed on handeye skills and accurate visual judgments, while later topics include letter-spacing, overall visual order, positive/negative space, and historical and original usage of type design and design concepts. Students will sometimes work in groups to simulate the team efforts -
ART 309.801 Digital Photography
Tuesday 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Introduction to digital photo manipulation and the manipulation of other images. Students will learn the preparation of images for use with print production, animation and web-based applications. Prerequisite: Pho 111 and Junior or Senior standing. -
ART 309.802 Digital Imaging
Thursday 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Introduction to digital photo manipulation and the manipulation of other images. Students will learn the preparation of images for use with print production, animation and web-based applications. Prerequisite: Pho 111 and Junior or Senior standing. -
ART 310.801 Electronic Media
Tuesday 12:00 PM - 3:50 PM
A broad-based practicum in computer-based electronic media with emphasis on advanced applications in the graphic arts. Area of emphasis will include typography, graphic design, illustration, digital imaging, and pre-press preparation. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing. Course may be repeated for up to 8 sh. -
ART 310.802 Electronic Media
Thursday 12:00 PM - 3:50 PM
A broad-based practicum in computer-based electronic media with emphasis on advanced applications in the graphic arts. Area of emphasis will include typography, graphic design, illustration, digital imaging, and pre-press preparation. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing. Course may be repeated for up to 8 sh. -
ART 311.801 Multimedia
Wednesday 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
An introduction to producing multimedia presentations. Students learn authoring techniques to incorporate digital imagery, audio and video into a running interactive presentation. Prerequisites: Art 300, 309, 310. -
ART 317.801 Three-Dimensional One
Thursday 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Overview of 3D modeling, texturing, lighting, and animation. Exploration of the toolsets involved in creating and animating the 3D scene. Prerequisite: Art 365 or permission of the instructor. -
ART 414.801 Motion Graphics
Tuesday 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Exploration of linear animation. Students will learn the basics of how to composite and apply special effects to graphics, audio, and video over a time sequence. Prerequisite: Art 313. -
ART 466.801 Design Communications II
Thursday 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Development of portfolio pieces using a variety of design concepts, methods, and technologies. Emphasis upon the visual and thematic relationship between design and headline or simple body copy. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 sh. Prerequisite: Art 365 or permission of the instructor. -
ART 466.802 Design Communications II
Thursday 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Development of portfolio pieces using a variety of design concepts, methods, and technologies. Emphasis upon the visual and thematic relationship between design and headline or simple body copy. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 sh. Prerequisite: Art 365 or permission of the instructor. -
ART 472.801 Art Direction
Wednesday 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Problems in advertising art from the perspective of an art director. Emphasis upon contemporary trends in advertising, brainstorming and group concept-forming techniques. Relationships between concept, design, and copy will be emphasized. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 sh. Prerequisites: Art 310 and 365 or permission of the instructor. -
ART 472.802 Art Direction
Wednesday 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Problems in advertising art from the perspective of an art director. Emphasis upon contemporary trends in advertising, brainstorming and group concept-forming techniques. Relationships between concept, design, and copy will be emphasized. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 sh. Prerequisites: Art 310 and 365 or permission of the instructor. -
ART 474.801 Advanced Art Concepts
Monday 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Advanced problems in advertising art concepts and copywriting. -
ART 497.801 Advanced Typography
Tuesday 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Organized class. May be repeated when topics vary. -
ART 497.802 Advanced Processes
Tuesday 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Organized class. May be repeated when topics vary. -
ART 503.801 Practicum/Pedagogy Classroom
Wednesday 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The course focuses on the development of written, verbal, and documentation capabilities in matters of practical concern to the contemporary visual artist, including problems and methods of college-level studio art teaching, development of course outlines, teaching philosophy the job market in the arts, resume writing, artists statements, grant writing, methods of giving slide lectures, legal contracts and communication methods with galleries and museums, and documenting works of art. Generally to be offered every third semester. May be repeated for credit with the topic changes. -
ART 524.801 Practicum/Pedagogy Classroom
Monday 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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ART 525.801 Practicum/Pedagogy Classroom
Thursday 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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ART 525.802 Practicum/Pedagogy Classroom
Tuesday 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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ART 597.801 Advanced Digital Photography
Friday 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM
A continuation of Photography 250, this course places increased emphasis on the computer as a tool for the enhancement of photographic images and illustration. Prerequisite: Photography 250. (cross-listed with PHO 350.801) -
BA 302.801 Business & Economic Statistics
Monday 6:15 PM - 8:55 PM
This course introduces students to descriptive statistics (measures of central tendency and variation and representing data graphically), and statistical inference. Inference will involve sampling techniques, estimation, hypothesis testing and simple regression. Applications emphasize continuous improvement of products and services. Prerequisite: Math 175 or Math 141 and Junior standing -
BA 578.801 Statistical Methods
Tuesday 6:15 PM - 8:55 PM
A course dealing with the study and applications of sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance, correlation, regression analysis, time series decision theory and nonparametric statistical methods. Prerequisite: BA 302 or equivalent -
FIN 304.801 Introduction to Business Finance
Wednesday 6:15 PM - 8:55 PM
Basic concepts of business finance with emphasis on global and ethical issues, total quality management, production of goods and services, and various laws and regulations that affect the financial environment in which the firm operates. Basic elements of business finance, the financial environment, financial institutions, security markets, interest rates, taxes, risk analysis, time value of money and valuation. Maximizing value of the firm using financial analysis and planning, working capital management, cost of capital and capital budgeting. -
FIN 504.801 Financial Management
Wednesday 6:15 PM - 8:55 PM
A study of business finance within the economic environment including financial reporting, analysis, markets and regulations, with emphasis on global and ethical issues. Risk, valuation, planning and analysis including working capital management and capital budgeting, and other decision, rules help maximize the value of the firm. Focus on total quality management and financial considerations in the production of goods and services. -
FIN 510.801 Investment Seminar
Thursday 6:15 PM - 8:55 PM
A comprehensive study of security selection and analysis techniques and of security markets and how they are affected by the domestic and international economic, political, and tax structures, group discussion, individual and group research, and the computer are utilized. -
HIED 528.801 Philosophy of Education
Monday 5:00 PM - 7:40 PM
Includes a study of systematic philosophies of education and their views of the learner, learning process, curriculum, instruction, and leadership. Particular attention will be given to the use of philosophical techniques and concepts for solving problems. -
MGT 307.801 Operations Management
Tuesday 6:15 PM - 8:55 PM
This course is an introduction to the concepts, principles, problems, and practices of operations management. Emphasis is on managerial processes for effective operations in both goods-producing and service-rendering organizations. Topics include operations strategy, process design, capacity planning, facilities location and design, forecasting, production scheduling, inventory control, quality assurance, and project management. The topics are integrated using a systems model of the operations of an organization. Prerequisite Junior standing, Math 141 or 175, BA 302, MIS 128 or IT 111. -
MGT 308.801 Entrepreneurial Strategy
Wednesday 6:15 PM - 8:55 PM
This course introduces students to the challenges of owning, operating, and marketing a successful small business and the need for entrepreneurial focus in large firms. Prerequisite Junior standing, Mgt 305, Mkt 306 or permission of instructor. -
MGT 497.801 Current Issues in Human Resource Management
Tuesday 6:15 PM - 8:55 PM
This course provides an analysis of current human resource management issues emphasizing their impact on an organization’s success. (crosslisted with MGT 592.801) -
MGT 527.801 Strategic Management
Wednesday 6:15 PM - 8:55 PM
A study of administrative processes and policy determination at the general management level through the use of case analysis. Note: Course open to business majors only. Should be taken during semester of graduation. -
MGT 585.801 Management Skills Development
Monday 6:15 PM - 8:55 PM
This course provides an in-depth seminar emphasizing the development of the skills and knowledge required for successful managerial performance. It focuses on such areas as developing self awareness, creative problem solving, supportive communication, the use of power and influence, motivation techniques and managing conflict. -
MGT 592.801 Current Issues in Human Resource Management
Tuesday 6:15 PM - 8:55 PM
This course provides an analysis of current human resource management issues emphasizing their impact on an organization’s success. (crosslisted with MGT 497.801) -
PHO 350.801 Advanced Digital Photography
Friday 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM
A continuation of Photography 250, this course places increased emphasis on the computer as a tool for the enhancement of photographic images and illustration. Prerequisite: Photography 250. (cross-listed with ART 597.801) -
PHO 350.802 Advanced Digital Photography
Friday 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
A continuation of Photography 250, this course places increased emphasis on the computer as a tool for the enhancement of photographic images and illustration. Prerequisite: Photography 250.
