May 07, 2024  
2017-2018 Undergraduate and Graduate Academic Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Undergraduate and Graduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


*LCCN indicates Louisiana Common Course Number.

 

Theatre

Particular attention must be paid to passing ENGL 101, 102, MATH 105 and MATH 110 by the end of the freshman year, and one BIO sciences course by the end of the sophomore year.

  
  • THEA 202 - Voice for the Actor II


    2 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Intermediate voice techniques. Emphasis on dramatic performance, textual analysis, and the creative process.

    Prereq: THEA 201  with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • THEA 215 - Movement for the Actor II


    3 Credit(s). 4 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Continued study of movement, body alignment, and physicality as it related to the actor and the actor’s task.

    Prereq: THEA 115  with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • THEA 251 - Stagecraft


    3 Credit(s). 4 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Principles and techniques of scenery and property construction, rigging, and painting. Participation in departmental productions.

    LCCN: CTHE 2303.
  
  • THEA 253 - Stage Makeup


    2 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Techniques of theatrical makeup including design and application, production planning and organization.

  
  • THEA 254 - Costume Technology I


    3 Credit(s). 4 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Fundamentals of costume construction and coordination, pattern making and sewing techniques for the theatre.

  
  • THEA 261 - Acting I


    3 Credit(s). 4 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Basic techniques of acting through exercises and scene work. Designed for non-theatre majors.

    LCCN: CTHE 2103.
  
  • THEA 262 - Acting I for Majors


    3 Credit(s). 4 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Study and practice of acting through exercises and scene work.

  
  • THEA 265 - Acting II


    3 Credit(s). 4 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Continued study and practice of the techniques of acting through exercises and scene work.

    Prereq: THEA 262  with a grade of “C” or better or permission of instructor required.
  
  • THEA 271 - Play Text Analysis


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Examination of major dramatic texts from theatre history. Emphasis on analysis.

    Prereq: ENGL 102  or ENGL 115  with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • THEA 300 - Activities in Dramatics


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Theory, materials, and practice in creative drama; games, storytelling, improvisation, acting and role playing.

    Rstr: Upper division.
  
  • THEA 301 - Voice for the Actor III


    3 Credit(s). 4 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Advanced stage vocal techniques. Emphasis on lilt, pitch, pronunciation, sound, resonance and dialect training.

    Prereq: THEA 202  with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • THEA 313 - Advanced Training in Technical Theatre


    3 Credit(s). 4 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    May be repeated four times for a total of 12 credits. Additional training in one or more technical fields.

    Prereq: THEA 251  and THEA 254  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Rstr: Permission of instructor required.
  
  • THEA 333 - Theatre Workshop


    0-1 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 0-1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Maybe repeated each semester to meet degree requirements. Practical training in performance and technical theatre as part of mainstage, studio, and/or laboratory production work.

  
  • THEA 341 - Special Problems


    1-6 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 1-6 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Content varies. May be repeated twice for a total of six credits. Theatre history, literature, theory, or practice.

    Rstr: Permission of instructor required.
  
  • THEA 351 - Lighting for the Stage


    3 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Basic electricity, principles of light, instrumentation, functioning, and design. Participation in departmental stage productions.

    Rstr: Upper division status or permission of department head required.
  
  • THEA 352 - Scenic Design for the Stage


    3 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Creation of renderings, working drawings, and scale models. Participation in departmental stage productions.

    Prereq: THEA 251 ,THEA 254 ,THEA 271 .
  
  • THEA 353 - Advanced Stage Makeup


    3 Credit(s). 4 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Continuation of the techniques of theatrical makeup, including design and application, production planning and organization.

    Prereq: THEA 253 , THEA 254  
    Rstr: Upper division.
  
  • THEA 354 - Costume Design for the Stage


    3 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Creation of renderings, pattern making, and construction of costumes. Participation in departmental stage productions.

    Prereq: THEA 254 ,THEA 271 ,THEA 251  
    Rstr: Upper division.
  
  • THEA 355 - Costume Technology II


    3 Credit(s). 4 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    May be repeated 4 times for a total of 12 credits. Advanced techniques of costume construction including craft making.

    Prereq: THEA 254  with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • THEA 357 - History of the Theatre I


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Study of the theatre from the Greeks through Neo-classicism. Production, performance, dramatic literature, and criticism of each period.

    Prereq: ENGL 102  or ENGL 115  with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • THEA 358 - History of the Theatre II


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    The Romantic through the modern period. Production, performance, dramatic literature and criticism of each period.

    Prereq: ENGL 102  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Rstr: Upper division.
  
  • THEA 361 - Acting III


    3 Credit(s). 4 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    May be repeated 4 times for a total of 12 credits. Techniques of acting through exercises and scene work. Analysis and rehearsal techniques.

    Prereq: THEA 215  and THEA 265  with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • THEA 364 - Directing I


    3 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Text analysis, staging, working with actors, and the preparation of plays for performance. Direction of a short scene for public performance.

    Prereq: THEA 271  with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • THEA 372 - Auditioning


    3 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Research and preparation of acting monologues, scenes, resumes, and headshots. Business practices for the professional actor.

    Prereq: THEA 215  and THEA 265  with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • THEA 375 - Stage Management


    3 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Organizational needs, procedures, and duties of a stage manager in production.

  
  • THEA 440G - Special Project


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    May be repeated 4 times for a total of 12 credits. Investigation of one or more phases of theatre.

  
  • THEA 464G - Directing II


    3 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Text analysis, staging, prompt book, working with actors, and the preparation of a one-act play for public performance.

    Prereq: THEA 364 .
    Rstr: Upper division status required.
  
  • THEA 472 - Acting IV


    3 Credit(s). 4 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    May be repeated 4 times for a total of 12 credits. Acting for non-realistic theatre, musical theatre, Shakespeare, or other special topics.

    Prereq: THEA 361  with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • THEA 475 - Senior Project


    3 Credit(s). 4 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Independent study of acting, directing, design, technology or research, culminating in a public performance and/or presentation.

    Prereq: Completion of Theatre major required courses.
    Rstr: Senior standing, final semester.

UL LIFE

LIFE courses are restricted to UL LIFE enrollend students only.

  
  • LIFE 101 - Personal Finance


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Practical, hands-on application of functional mathematics including paying bills, budgeting, shopping, counting money, and making change.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 110 - Functional Academic Writing


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Development of basic sentence and paragraph structure for use in written communication including correspondence and course assignments.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 120 - Career Readiness


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Skills for finding employment, including: resume’ writing, completing job applications, interview skills, professional behavior and timeliness.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollement only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 121 - Independent Living


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Practical organization of living environment and conducting daily routines, including oral communication and etiquette.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 201 - Time and Schedule Management


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Functional mathematic concepts as they apply to time, including: scheduling, calendar use, elapsed time, travel, and transportation.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 210 - Reading for a Purpose


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Reading and comprehension of functional materials, including: menus, directions, news, and locating materials in the library.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 220 - Successful Employment


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Emphasis on job retention, including understanding job requirements and expectations, office hierarchy, professional dress and behavior, and skill mastery.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 221 - Communication Skills


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Emphasis on the norms and etiquette of social communication, including: asking questions, waiting to speak, use of appropriate greetings, and staying on topic.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 230 - Academic Internship


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Career exploration through hands-on experience and observation.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 301 - Money Management


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Emphasis on developing a budget, estimating costs, and understanding expenditures.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 310 - Career Writing


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Emphasis on professional writing vs social writing. Proper etiquette for work-related documents and email.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 320 - Social Skills Development


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Through role-play, students will practice the norms and etiquette of interpersonal behavior in various social situations.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 321 - Self-Advocacy


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Through self-reflection, students will develop their ability to advocate for their rights and needs, understand their strengths and weaknesses, and apply this awareness to independent living.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 330 - Academic Internship


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Using skills developed in LIFE 230 , students will work towards a greater level of independence in the work place.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 331 - Academic Internship


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Emphasis on continued work-place proficiency, independence, and professionalism. Builds on content/skills acquired in LIFE 230  and LIFE 330 .

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 410 - Using Media for a Purpose


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Students will learn how to find important information or to answer questions by using various media sources such as the library, newspapers, and internet.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 420 - Appropriate Job Etiquette


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Students will develop an understanding of the norms and etiquette of interpersonal behavior in various professional situations.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE student enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 421 - Vocational Readiness


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Preparation for internship placement, including: job safety, transportation to/from workplace, application of math, reading, and interpersonal communication in the workplace.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 430 - Academic Internship


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Students will participate in an on campus internship in their chosen vocation of interest, sharpening work skills that will lead to competitive employment after exiting the program. Students will continue to showcase their independence and begin to learn to take initiative in the workplace.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U
  
  • LIFE 431 - Professional Internship Practicum


    6 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 6 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Students will participate in an extensive on-campus internship in their chosen area of interest in order to further develop the skills needed in order to gain competitive employment within the community.

    Rstr: Limited to LIFE students enrollment only.
    Grading Option: S, U

University Freshman Experience

  
  • UNIV 100 - First Year Seminar


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Introduction to General Education through(often interdisciplinary) exploration of topics and contemporary interest and enduring importance. Increases knowledge and skills that improve academic success.

    Rstr: Students who have completed 62 hours or less.
  
  • UNIV 200 - Information Literacy


    2 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 2 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Introduction to word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software; ethics; and societal impact of information technology.

    Prereq: Successful completion of SimNet Online basic skill test.
    LCCN: CBUS 2203
    Rstr: Credit in only one introduction information of computer literacy course applicable toward degree.
  
  • UNIV 398 - Peer Mentoring for First-Year Experience


    1 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Foundations of leadership and mentoring explored from both a theoretical and practical perspective. Instruction in learning styles, coaching and working with diverse populations.

    Rstr: First-year seminar peer mentors and prospective mentors; permission of instructor required.

Visual Arts

  
  • VIAR 101 - Design I


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Introductory course dealing with the basic theories of 2-dimensional design. Emphasis on creative exploration and application of the elements and principles of design. Use of various black and white media with an introduction to color.

    LCCN: CART 1113.
  
  • VIAR 102 - Design II


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Introductory course dealing with the basic theories of 3-dimensional design and color theory. Creative exploration and application of 3-dimensional design elements and principles, including color, through the use of various media.

    Prereq:  VIAR 101  or DSGN 101 
    LCCN: CART 1123.
  
  • VIAR 111 - Drawing I


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Broad study of composition and visual concepts as related to freehand and perspective drawing techniques.

    LCCN: CART 2203.
  
  • VIAR 112 - Drawing II


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Broad study of composition and visual concepts as related to freehand and perspective drawing techniques.

    Prereq: VIAR 111 - Drawing I 
  
  • VIAR 120 - Appreciation of the Visual Arts


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Designed for non-majors to explore the character of the visual arts through thematic, chronological, and/or cultural studies.

    LCCN: CART 1023.
  
  • VIAR 121 - Survey of the Visual Arts I


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Broad survey of the visual arts and architecture in their cultural context from prehistoric through medieval periods. Western emphasis.

    LCCN: CART 2103
  
  • VIAR 122 - Survey of the Arts II


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Broad survey of the visual arts and architecture in their cultural context from the Renaissance through the present. Western emphasis.

    LCCN: CART 2113
  
  • VIAR 209 - Sophomore Review


    0 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    An assessment of student progresses through foundational-level classes. Students must present a selection of drawings, 2-D and 3-D artwork.

    Prereq: VIAR 102 ,VIAR 101 
    Grading Option: CR/NC
  
  • VIAR 211 - Drawing III


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Drawing in various graphic media, and the exploration of various techniques with an emphasis on life drawing.

    Prereq: VIAR 112.
    LCCN: CART 2213.
  
  • VIAR 215 - Art in Education


    2 Credit(s). 2 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Lectures and studio work dealing with creative activity at all levels.

    Prereq: ENGL 102  
    Rstr: Students may not receive credit for both VIAR 215 and VIAR 216 .
  
  • VIAR 216 - Teaching Art Education


    3 Credit(s). 4 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Lectures and studio work that explore both discipline-based and integrated approaches to teaching visual arts at all levels. Introduction to historical, philosophical, cultural issues that inform creative approaches to curriculum and instruction. In depth exploration of art education curriculum, methods, and content. Required for art education majors.

    Rstr: Students may not receive credit for VIAR 215  and VIAR 216.
  
  • VIAR 220 - Introduction to Modern Art


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Study of major European artists’ works, movements, and aesthetic theories from the late 19th century to 1945.

    Rstr: Non-majors require permission of instructor.
  
  • VIAR 235 - Art and the Computer


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Introduction to the computer as a tool for artistic expression. Projects employ scanners, video digitizers, printers, together with software for drawing, painting, and image manipulation, and 2D animation.

    Prereq: VIAR 101 , VIAR 102 , VIAR 111  or DSGN 101  
    Rstr: If prerequisites not met permission of instructor required.
  
  • VIAR 236 - Introduction to Digital Art


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Introduction to the computer as a tool for time-based media artists. Focuses on 2D image manipulation, 2D and 3D modeling, animation and rendering.

    Prereq: VIAR 101 ,VIAR 102 ,VIAR 111 VIAR 112  
    Rstr: If prerequisites not met, permission of department is required.
  
  • VIAR 250 - Introduction to Painting


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Introduction to media techniques with an emphasis on color.

    Prereq: VIAR 101  or DSGN 101 , VIAR 111 .
    Rstr: If prerequisites not met permission of instructor required.
  
  • VIAR 260 - Introduction to Sculpture


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Language of sculpture. Investigation of various approaches including additive, subtractive, construction and assemblage through the use of various materials, techniques, and processes.

    Prereq: VIAR 102 , VIAR 111 .
    Rstr: Non-majors require permission of instructor.
  
  
  • VIAR 304 - Intermediate Printmaking I


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Continued study of lithography and introduction to screenprinting. Emphasis on technique, composition, and interpretation with discussions and studio work relating to the processes.

    Prereq: VIAR 303  or permission of instructor required.
  
  • VIAR 305 - Intermediate Printmaking II


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Intermediate study of intaglio and relief processes. Emphasis on technique, composition, interpretation and related printmaking photographic processes.

    Prereq: VIAR 303  or permission of instructor required.
  
  • VIAR 307 - Internship in Visual Arts


    1-6 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 1-6 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Fieldwork in VIAR with a sponsoring organization. May receive up to 6 hours credit toward graduation.

    Rstr: Permission of department head required. Visual Art majors only.
  
  • VIAR 309 - Special Project


    1-6 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 1-6 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Variable credit course, directed, independent studies emphasizing individual exploration and development of concepts in studio and art history. Course content is subject to approval by the department head.

    Rstr: Permission of the Department head is required. Visual Arts majors only.
  
  
  • VIAR 315 - Art Education for Secondary Schools


    3 Credit(s). 4 Hour(s) Lab. 1 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Studio and lecture experience in art criticism, art making, aesthetics, and art history in relation to teaching visual arts. Hands-on media exploration and practice.

    Prereq: VIAR 216 .
  
  • VIAR 321 - Studies in Art History


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Study of various periods, themes, and topics. Content varies. May be repeated for credit when taught with different emphasis. Alternate subtitles will appear on student’s transcript. Check in department office for specific prerequisites for each semester’s offering.

  
  • VIAR 323 - Art Since 1945


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 3 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Survey of art, theory and criticism from 1945 to the present.

    Prereq: VIAR 121 , VIAR 122 , or permission of instructor required.
    Rstr: Non-majors require permission of instructor.
  
  • VIAR 335 - Media Workshop


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    May be repeated once. Work in film animation, video, sound and other media. Explores the relation of art to 20th century technology.

    Prereq: VIAR 102 ,VIAR 112 ,VIAR 121 , or VIAR 122 ,VIAR 235 ,ENGL 101 ,ENGL 102 ,MATH 102 ,MATH 103 /MATH 104 ,MATH 105 , or for non-VIAR majors permission of instructor is required.
    Rstr: Permission of instructor is required for Non-VIAR majors.
  
  • VIAR 340 - Graphic Design Fundamentals


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Studio course for non majors with an overview of principles, theories and practices of graphic design.

  
  • VIAR 345 - Visual Communications


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Conceptual problem solving and instruction in industry-related technology.

    Prereq: VIAR 102 ,VIAR 112 , VIAR 121  or VIAR 122 ,ENGL 102 ,MATH 102 ,MATH 103 /MATH 104 ,MATH 105 , or for non-VIAR majors permission of instructor is required.
    Rstr: Visual Arts majors concentrating Graphic Design.
  
  • VIAR 346 - Design Production Processes


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Professional standards in print, digital, and emerging media with an emphasis on production.

    Prereq: VIAR 345 , VIAR 347  or permission of instructor required.
    Coreq: VIAR 348 .
    Rstr: Visual Arts majors concentrating in Graphic Design.
  
  • VIAR 347 - Typography I


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Visual order and concept development and typography as an expressive tool.

    Prereq: VIAR 345  or permission of instructor required.
    Coreq: VIAR 349  
    Rstr: Visual Arts majors concentrating in Graphic Design.
  
  • VIAR 348 - Typography II


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Applications and theories in type, module grid systems and branding in relation to key demographic research.

    Prereq: VIAR 345 , VIAR 347 .
    Coreq: VIAR 346 .
    Rstr: Visual Arts majors concentrating in Graphic Design.
  
  • VIAR 349 - Interactive Design


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Development and implementation of user-centered digital interfaces with emphasis on visual and structural approaches.

    Prereq: VIAR 345 .
    Coreq: VIAR 347  
    Rstr: Visual Arts majors concentrating in Graphic Design.
  
  • VIAR 350 - Intermediate Painting


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    May be repeated once. Exploration of media techniques with an emphasis on establishing a framework for conceptual and expressive development.

    Prereq: VIAR 102 ,VIAR 112 ,VIAR 121  or VIAR 122 ,VIAR 250 ,ENGL 102 ,MATH 102 MATH 103 /MATH 104 ,MATH 105  , or for non-VIAR majors permission of instructor is required.
    Rstr: If prerequisite not met permission of instructor required.
  
  • VIAR 360 - Intermediate Sculpture


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    May be repeated for credit. Pursuit of and involvement in a broader understanding and use of the sculptural language through experimentation with various materials, techniques, and processes as they relate to the development of sculptural ideas.

    Prereq: VIAR 102 ,VIAR 112 ,VIAR 121  or VIAR 122 ,VIAR 260 ,ENGL 102 ,MATH 102  MATH 103 /MATH 104 ,MATH 105 , for non-VIAR majors permission of instructor is required.
    Rstr: If prerequisites are not met, permission of the department head is required.
  
  • VIAR 365 - Introduction to Computer Animation


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Work with 3-D modeling, texture mapping, rendering and the fundamentals of movement.

    Prereq: VIAR 102 ,VIAR 112 ,VIAR 121  or VIAR 122 ,VIAR 235 ,ENGL 102 ,MATH 102 MATH 103 /MATH 104 ,MATH 105 , or for non-VIAR majors permission of instructor is required.
    Rstr: If prerequisites are not met, permission of the department head is required.
  
  • VIAR 366 - Intermediate Computer Animation


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Processes with emphasis on motion.

    Prereq: VIAR 365 .
  
  • VIAR 375 - Introduction to Metalwork and Jewelry


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Development of basic skills with emphasis on creative application.

    Prereq: VIAR 102 ,VIAR 112 ,VIAR 121  or VIAR 122 ,ENGL 102 ,MATH 102 ,MATH 103 /MATH 104 ,MATH 105 , or for non-VIAR majors permission of instructor is required.
    Rstr: For non-VIAR majors, permission of instructor is required.
  
  • VIAR 376 - Intermediate Metalwork and Jewelry


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    May be repeated once. Creative approaches to problem solving including enamels.

    Prereq: VIAR 375 .
    Rstr: If prerequisites not met permission of instructor required.
  
  • VIAR 380 - Introduction to Ceramics


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Hand forming, wheel-throwing, glazing, and firing.

    Prereq: VIAR 102 ,VIAR 112 ,VIAR 121  or VIAR 122 ,ENGL 102 ,MATH 102 MATH 103 /MATH 104 ,MATH 105 , or for non-VIAR majors permission of instructor is required.
    Rstr: For non-VIAR majors, permission of instructor is required.
  
  • VIAR 385 - Intermediate Ceramics


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    May be repeated once.

    Prereq: VIAR 380 .
    Rstr: If prerequisite not met permission of instructor required.
  
  • VIAR 396 - Introduction to Digital Photography


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Camera use, image editing workflow and printing.

    Prereq: VIAR 102 ,VIAR 112 ,VIAR 121  or VIAR 122 ,ENGL 102 ,MATH 102 MATH 103 /MATH 104 ,MATH 105 , or for non-VIAR majors permission of instructor is required.
    Rstr: For non-VIAR majors, permission of instructor is required.
  
  • VIAR 397 - Intermediate Photography


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    May be repeated once for credit. Wet-darkroom processes, and digital-darkroom hybrid processes.

    Prereq: VIAR 235 , VIAR 396  or permission of instructor required.
  
  • VIAR 398 - Advanced Digital and Alternative Processes Photography


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    May be taken concurrently with VIAR 397 . Imaging, hybrid, silver and non-silver printing methods and techniques.

    Prereq: VIAR 235 , VIAR 396  or permission of instructor required.
  
  • VIAR 403 - Advanced Printmaking


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    May be repeated. Advanced study of at least two printmaking processes from: lithography, intaglio, screen or relief printing, including related photographic and digital processes. Emphasis on technique, craftsmanship, individual research, and conceptual development.

    Prereq: VIAR 304 , VIAR 305 , or permission of instructor required.
  
  • VIAR 409 - Senior Capstone Art Project I


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Ceramics, Computer Art and Animation, Media Art, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture, Graphic Design, Metalwork and Jewelry. Preparation of portfolio and exhibition in major area.

    Rstr: Senior-level Visual Arts majors with 6 hours of 300 level courses in area of concentration.
  
  • VIAR 410 - Senior Capstone Art Project II


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    Ceramics, Computer Art and Animation, Media Art, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture, Graphic Design, Metalwork and Jewelry. Preparation of portfolio and exhibition in major area.

    Prereq: VIAR 409  
  
  • VIAR 411 - Advanced Drawing Concepts I


    3 Credit(s). 6 Hour(s) Lab. 0 Hour(s) Lecture.

    May be repeated once for credit. Exploration of media techniques with an emphasis on establishing a framework for conceptual and expressive development using a variety of sources.

    Prereq: VIAR 312  or permission of instructor required.
  
  • VIAR 412 - Advanced Drawing Concepts II


    3 Credit(s). 0 Hour(s) Lab. 9 Hour(s) Lecture.

    May be repeated once for credit. Emphasis on experimental processes and the development of personal projects.

    Prereq: VIAR 411  or permission of instructor required.
 

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