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HIS 3820 - United States Foreign Policy (3)
When Offered: Fall. Even-numbered years
Major episodes in the history of United States foreign policy during the twentieth century are explored, with special consideration being given to the ideas, ideals, domestic and international conditions, and personalities that have played important roles in determining relations with the rest of the world.
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HIS 3822 - The Vietnam War (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course is intended to provide the student with an overview of the U.S. involvement in Vietnam since 1945, concentrating on the reasons for that involvement, the resulting conflict in Vietnam, and the results of the war.
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HIS 3823 - American Military History (3) [GenEd: HS]
When Offered: Fall; Spring, Even-numbered years. (Summer Session 1, Odd-numbered years.)
GEN ED: Historical Studies Designation; Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “War and Peace”)
This course explores the American military experience from its origins in the colonial period to the present day. It is designed to view military history from a variety of angles, through multiple perspectives and formats, and to broaden students’ views of the American military establishment. We will examine traditional military topics, such as strategy and tactics, and combat operations, as well as exploring “new military history” topics, such as the interaction between war and society, civil-military relations, and the social history of soldiers. We will also explore how political, social, and cultural factors have influenced the nature of warfare and the military institution in American history.
(Same as MSL 3823 .)
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HIS 3824 - American Urban History (3)
When Offered: Spring Even-numbered years
A study of the American urban environment, evaluating the history of urban expansion and suburbanization. Students will examine concepts of urbanization that may include sprawl, gentrification, preservation, and shrinkage. Students will study the impact of segregation and the interstate highway system on the landscape, as well as the image of the city in popular thought and culture.
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HIS 3828 - American Church History (3)
When Offered: Spring. Odd-numbered years
A study of major Protestant, Catholic, and Jewish organizations in the United States from the colonial period to the present. The course also traces the rise of popular religious culture through an examination of religious use of literature, education, politics, theater, music, and the electronic media.
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HIS 3922 - The Western Intellectual Tradition (3)
When Offered: Spring. Odd-numbered years
Studies in western intellectual history which examine the interaction of historically important ideas and their social milieu, with emphasis on selected individuals and concepts that have shaped and exemplified western thought.
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HIS 4100 - Senior Seminar (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
Variable content. In a seminar setting, students will investigate a broad topic, field, or period in history through intensive reading, research, and writing. Strongly emphasizes the examination and interpretation of primary and secondary sources, definition of a research topic, use of research methodology, and the understanding of issues and problems in research.
Prerequisites: HIS 2800 ; and History major with senior standing and a minimum of three semester hours in history at the 3000-level, or permission of the instructor.
A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) in the HIS 4100 Senior Seminar is required to complete the History major.
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HIS 4509 - Senior Honors Research (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Independent research in preparation for taking HIS 4510 - Senior Honors Thesis (3) [CAP] ; directed by a member of the history department.
Prerequisite: completion of one approved honors course. Enrollment by qualified applicants only.
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HIS 4510 - Senior Honors Thesis (3) [CAP]
When Offered: On Demand
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
Composition of an honors thesis; directed by a member of the history department.
Prerequisite: HIS 4509 . Enrollment by qualified applicants only.
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HIS 4900 - Internship: Experiential Learning in Public and Applied History (3-12)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An on-the-job work experience individually tailored to the students’ career orientation. Students may be required to reside off-campus for periods of from six weeks to a full semester.
Graded on an S/U basis.
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HON 1515 - Honors First Year Seminar (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: First Year Seminar
The Honors First Year Seminar provides students with an introduction to the four goals of a liberal education at Appalachian State University. Specifically, students will practice (1) thinking critically and creatively and (2) communicating effectively. In addition, students will be introduced to the learning goals of (3) making local-to-global connections and (4) understanding responsibilities of community membership. While each Honors First Year Seminar course engages a unique topic examined from multiple perspectives, each course also introduces students to a common set of transferable skills. As such, the Honors First Year Seminar facilitates student engagement with: fellow students, the university, the community, and the common reading; essential college-level research and information literacy skills; and the habits of rigorous study, intellectual growth, and lifelong learning. Instructors and content vary.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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HON 2500 - Independent Study (1-3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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HON 2515 - Honors Sophomore Inquiry Seminar (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Liberal Studies Experience
An introductory study of one or more aspects of human experience through collaborative learning, interdisciplinary inquiry, and beginning engagement with research, scholarship, and / or creativity by others. Instructors and content vary. May be repeated for credit when content does not duplicate. Open to Honors College students only, others with permission of the Dean.
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HON 3500 - Independent Study (1-3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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HON 3510 - Washington Experience (3)
When Offered: On Demand
A seminar-style, variable topics course, to be taught in Washington, D.C. The course will explore the role of a national capital in the determination of public policy and national culture in a diverse democracy, using Washington, D.C., as text. Enrollment is limited to students who have applied and been accepted to the Washington Internship Program.
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HON 3515 - Honors Junior Inquiry Seminar (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Liberal Studies Experience
An in-depth interdisciplinary study of one or more aspects of human experience through collaborative learning, independent investigation, and critical engagement with research, scholarship, and / or creative activity by others. Instructors and content vary. May be repeated for credit when content does not duplicate.
Open to Honors College students only.
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HON 3520 - Instructional Assistance (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A supervised experience in the instructional process through direct participation in a classroom situation.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
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HON 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring. On Demand
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HON 4010 - Senior Honors Thesis/Project (1-3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Independent study and research for an interdisciplinary thesis or project. Directed and graded by a faculty member in the student’s thesis/project area with a second faculty member from a different department serving as a second reader. May be taken concurrently for credit in a student’s major department, if applicable.
May be repeated for credit if the total proposed thesis/project is more than three credit hours.
Prerequisite: completion of an approved Honors sequence. (By invitation or application only.)
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HOS 1530-1549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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HOS 2000 - Survey of the Hospitality and Tourism Industry (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A survey of the history, trends, organizational structure, and economic impact of the hospitality and tourism industry on the national economy. Some study of the problems originating in the operation and management of various segments of the hospitality industry will be introduced.
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HOS 2530-2549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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HOS 3100 - Sustainable Tourism (3)
When Offered: Spring
The course will introduce the issues associated with the sustainable management of destinations and tourist attractions. Students will: learn the variety of ways that sustainability can manifest in the hospitality and tourism industry; understand the roles of international stakeholders involved in sustainable tourism; analyze case studies in key areas related to social, economic, and environmental impacts and consequences; and learn broad perspectives on how tourism relates to ecosystems, poverty, health, education, and social equity.
Prerequisite: 54 earned hours
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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HOS 3500 - Independent Study (1-3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Prerequisite: 54 earned hours
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HOS 3510 - Junior Honors Thesis (1-3)
When Offered: On Demand
Independent study and research project directed by a departmental faculty advisor on a topic of mutual interest to both student and advisor. The thesis should be completed during the student’s junior and senior years and includes a formal presentation to the college faculty.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours.
Prerequisite: 54 earned hours
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HOS 3520 - Instructional Assistance (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A supervised experience in the instructional process on the university level through direct participation in the classroom situation.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: 54 earned hours
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HOS 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
Prerequisite: 54 earned hours
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HOS 3700 - Hospitality Management Operations I (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course involves the concepts and applications of management in food and beverage operations in various types of hospitality firms. Topics such as menu development, beverage management, catering, service, sanitation, foodservice design, and cost controls will be presented. Management approaches will be developed to provide quality products and services.
Prerequisites: 54 earned hours and HOS 2000 .
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HOS 3800 - Hospitality Management Operations II (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge of lodging operations, which include hotels, cruise ships, and resorts. Lodging operations will be analyzed from a systems perspective, with particular focus on operational standards, and technology. Case studies will be presented to illustrate issues and problems of operations and functional areas of properties such as marketing, rooms division, engineering, accounting, computer applications, and guest security.
Prerequisites: 54 earned hours and HOS 2000 .
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HOS 3900 - Hospitality Management Internship (6)
When Offered: Summer Session
A structured learning experience in a service corporation, designed to prepare the student intern for a professional management career. Ten weeks full-time employment (400 hours) are required. No additional courses may be scheduled while completing an internship. Should be taken during the summer term between the junior and senior years and not during the final semester term of study. Students desiring to take internships must obtain approval in advance from the faculty advisor. A research or topical paper related to the company will be required. Each student will be evaluated on her/his completion of goals previously set by the student, faculty advisor, and company field supervisor.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: 54 earned hours, HOS 2000 , permission of faculty advisors, and a minimum of 9 hours completed in the major.
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HOS 4040 - Destination Management (3)
When Offered: Spring
The course will introduce the various issues associated with the management of a convention visitors bureau (CVB). The course will analyze the mission, structure, and business activities of organizations that develop and promote a complex tourism destination. This includes the management functions of membership services, visitor services, financial and marketing concerns, research activities, and the strategic planning and evaluation of these efforts. Topics covered will include developing the following consumer segments: meetings/conventions, pleasure/tours, and festivals/special events.
Prerequisites: 84 earned hours and a minimum grade of “C” (2.0) in any Writing in the Discipline (WID) course.
Students will be required to give two class presentations during the semester on the above topics.
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HOS 4050 - Meeting & Convention Management (3)
When Offered: Fall
A course dealing with the many issues impacting the management of large convention and exposition centers. The course is taught from an organizational marketing base. Topics include meeting site selection, program planning and budgeting, legal issues and insurance problems, housing, food and beverage arrangements, transportation, exposition management, and audio-visual services.
Prerequisites: 84 earned hours and a minimum grade of “C” (2.0) in any Writing in the Discipline (WID) course.
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HOS 4500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Prerequisites: 84 earned hours and a minimum grade of “C” (2.0) in any Writing in the Discipline (WID) course.
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HOS 4510 - Senior Honors Thesis (1-3)
When Offered: On Demand
Independent study and research project directed by a departmental faculty advisor on a topic of mutual interest to both student and advisor. The thesis should be completed during the student’s junior and senior years and includes a formal presentation to the college faculty.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours.
Prerequisites: 84 earned hours and a minimum grade of “C” (2.0) in any Writing in the Discipline (WID) course.
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HOS 4530-4549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
Prerequisites: 84 earned hours and a minimum grade of “C” (2.0) in any Writing in the Discipline (WID) course.
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HPC 2200 - Life/Career Planning (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This individually oriented study helps students consider those career choices and related factors contributing to satisfaction and happiness in life. The process of decision making, goal setting and self-management by objectives will be studied in order for the student to plan systematically for a career.
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HPC 2700 - Principles of Leadership (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Designed to introduce students to models and theories of leadership and to create an understanding of and an appreciation for the increasing complexity of leading diverse organizations. The course will provide students with opportunities for self-discovery, personal growth and skill development through active learning and group discussions.
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HPC 3100 - Ethical Leadership (3)
When Offered: Fall
Ethics is at the heart of leadership. This course explores the ethical demands of leadership- what at times becomes the “dark side” of leadership. Through the examination of moral and ethical frameworks, students will develop their efficacy in analyzing multiple perspectives, decision-making, and navigating complexity. This course focuses on values-based leadership and one’s responsibilities and commitments to a common good and positive change.
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HPC 3150 - Peer Leader Seminar (3)
When Offered: Fall
This seminar course prepares Peer Leaders for their role in the First Year Seminar class (UCO 1200 ) and provides important skills that can be applied in any leadership setting. Focuses on public speaking and group facilitation skills, leadership, and helping skills. Open only to First Year Seminar Peer Leaders.
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HPC 3200 - Leadership for Social Change (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course explores social change as both a process and a goal through the lens of adaptive leadership theory. Frameworks, strategies, and models for personal, organizational, and societal change will be examined in an experiential and reflective class environment utilizing pedagogies of mindfulness and dialogue. Topics will include personal inner work, change versus transition, resistance to change, systems-thinking, unintentional harm in social change, and utilizing possibility thinking to create new social systems.
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HPC 3390 - An Introduction to and Procedures in the Helping Professions (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Historical, philosophical, and legal aspects of the helping professions. Emphasis placed on understanding various approaches to counseling and therapy.
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HPC 3400 - Resident Assistant Development (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Designed to enhance the personal and professional growth of resident assistants. Emphasis is given to the residential living/learning environment and related student development theory; leadership development and styles; communication skills/styles; and situational topics relative to the resident assistant position. Open only to approved prospective or current Appalachian resident assistants.
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HPC 3500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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HPC 3520 - Instructional Assistant (1)
When Offered: On Demand
A supervised experience in the instructional process on the university level through direct participation in a classroom situation.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
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HPC 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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HPC 3700 - Applied Leadership Development in Student Organizations (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Designed to study the component parts of organizational leadership while assisting leaders in various student clubs and organizations to develop further their leadership skills. The course format will combine instruction, discussion, and experiential learning in order to bridge the appropriate theories with the reality of organizational leadership. The course is limited to students in existing club/ organization leadership roles.
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HPC 4300 - Advanced Student Leadership Development (3)
When Offered: Fall
Designed for designated student body officers/leaders to develop and practice their leadership capabilities. It combines the theoretical understanding through the classroom setting with the practical concepts through a practicum. Emphases include an understanding of the University community, clear organizational goals, advanced leadership concepts, and related topics/issues. The course is limited to those invited and approved by the instructor.
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HPC 4570 - The Addictive Process (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An examination of sociological and psychological contributants to alcohol and drug addiction and abuse in our society. The addictive process and its impact on the individual and society are described, as well as treatment and prevention program efforts. Students will also examine their own feelings and attitudes about alcohol and drug use and abuse.
[Dual-listed with HPC 5560.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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HPC 4700 - Capstone Seminar in Leadership (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course is the capstone course for the undergraduate minor in Leadership Studies. It provides students with the opportunity to synthesize their minor coursework and their co-curricular involvement, and it also provides students with the opportunity to develop high level leadership skills such as consensus building and ethical decision-making.
Prerequisites: HPC 2700 , senior standing, and consent of the instructor.
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HPC 4790 - Group Methods and Processes (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A study of group dynamics, experimentation in groups, leadership roles, and applicability to other settings.
[Dual-listed with HPC 5790.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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IND 1001 - Technical Drafting (4)
When Offered: On Demand
Fundamentals of technical drafting including: lettering, sketching, instrument and CAD techniques, views and orthographic projection, pictorial drawing, dimensions, sections, and working drawings. Selected assignments from this course will be appropriate for inclusion in student portfolios. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours.
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IND 1010 - CADD I: Imaging (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course is a survey of Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software as it relates to Industrial Design. A focus will be placed on skill development of digital illustration and presentation techniques. Selected assignments from this course will be appropriate for inclusion in student portfolios. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
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IND 1201 - Design Drawing I (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will introduce basic drawing principles and techniques as important tools for visual thinking and communication of design ideas. The primary emphasis will be on freehand sketching for quick ideation during problem-solving, though experimentation with different media will be encouraged. Studio six hours.
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IND 1401 - Product Design (3) [GenEd: FA]
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Fine Arts Designation; Liberal Studies Experience
This is an introduction to product design and problem-solving techniques. Emphasis is given to history of industrial design, methods for communicating design ideas, systematic design, product design specifications, corporate strategies in planning product innovations, fundamentals of materials and manufacturing processes used in the mass production of consumer products. Students will write multiple reports and give oral presentations throughout the semester. Selected assignments from this course will be appropriate for inclusion in student portfolios Lecture three hours.
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IND 2000 - Sophomore Portfolio Review (0)
When Offered: Spring
The process of preparing and submssion of sophomore portfolio. The portfolio represents the student’s best course work to date.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisites: IND 1010 , IND 1201 , INT 1001 , RC 2001 or its equivalent; and declared major in Industrial Design.
Students are required to pass the review for admittance to upper level courses.
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IND 2004 - Introduction to Metals Technology (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Experience-centered exploration into the sub-fields of metals technology with emphasis given to both the unique and supportive roles the metals industry plays in the total industrial scheme. Specific areas to be covered are: the nature and characteristics of metals, designing metals for manufacturing and production, layout techniques, bench metals, sheetmetal fabrication, fastening techniques, foundry, forging and heat treating. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
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IND 2005 - Wood Technology (4)
When Offered: On Demand
Introduction to woodworking with wood and the woods industry; care and use of basic woodworking tools and machines; processes and techniques involved in the planning, designing, jointing, shaping, and finishing of wood materials in the furniture industry. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours.
Prerequisite: IND 1001 .
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IND 2008 - Plastics Technology (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Introduction to materials and processes of the plastic industry. Laboratory experiences will include a variety of techniques and procedures utilizing these materials and processes. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
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IND 2010 - CADD II: Free Modeling (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course is an in-depth exploration of Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software as used in free modeling applications. Units will include: layout and construction methods, perspective, finished illustration techniques and an introduction to animation. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: IND 1010 or permission of the instructor.
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IND 2110 - Introduction to Fabrication (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will be an introduction to different materials and how to process them. Included will be a discussion of characteristics and the nature of woods, metals, and plastics. In addition, students will be exposed to a variety of processing techniques for these materials. Studio six hours.
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IND 2116 - Ceramic Technology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Exploratory experiences with ceramic materials that emphasize the application and forming processes for industrial use. Specific areas covered are: materials, construction, jiggering, slip casting, molding, tech. glazing, kilns, and firing tech. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
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IND 2120 - Materials and Processes I (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course is an introduction to different materials and how to process them. Discussion of characteristics and the nature of materials might include: woods, metals, plastics, rubbers, concrete, fibers and ceramics. In addition, students will be exposed to a variety of processing techniques for these materials. Studio six hours.
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IND 2211 - Design Drawing II (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course will introduce basic marker drawing principles and techniques as important tools for visual thinking and communication of design ideas. The primary emphasis will be on ballpoint and marker (Prismacolor or Pantone, etc.) rendering. Experimentation with different media will be encouraged (Prismacolor pencils, pastels, etc.). Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: IND 1201 .
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IND 2222 - Laboratory Management (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Practical experience in facilities management and control. Including materials management, access regulation, machine functionality, material control, and safety. Laboratory two hours.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisites: IND 2120 ,
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IND 2301 - Model Making (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course introduces students to wood shop equipment, machine shop equipment, mockup techniques, mold-making, thermoforming, painting, and finishing techniques. Quality, craftsmanship and shop safety are emphasized. The skills developed will provide students with the opportunity to create professional phototypes and visual tools to aid in their presentation/design development. Students are exposed to materials such as chipboard, wood, plastic and foam.
Prerequisite: INT 1001 .
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IND 2311 - Human Factors in Design (3)
When Offered: Fall, Spring
The study of human capabilities and the design of parameters to fit an environment, task or product. Topics include the range and application of human measurements and senses. The course also addresses ergonomic design and design for challenged individuals.
Prerequisite: IND 1201 and INT 1001 .
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IND 2321 - Product Systems Design (3)
When Offered: Spring
Many products are composed of interacting components with multiple functional requirements. This class is an opportunity for students to learn methods for complex product design; experiential learning by completing a series of projects. The complex product design projects will include kinematics, multiple forces, and power systems.
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IND 2401 - History of Furniture Design (3)
When Offered: Spring
A seminar studying the history of furniture design from 3000 B.C. - present. As a survey of the development of furniture from antiquity to the present day, the course will examine furniture design within a broad context of social, political, economic, and technical perspectives exclusive to each historical period. Lecture three hours.
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IND 2402 - Survey of Contemporary Design (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course examines design in the late 20th and 21st century; such as furniture, architecture, interiors, textiles, lighting, product, and fashion. Testimony from forward-thinking design figures, international fairs, museum exhibits, and the influence of new materials and technologies; Culminating in the exploration of dominant themes driving design today. Lecture three hours.
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IND 2421 - Preliminary Design Studio (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Product design studio is an integral aspect of the educational process of a designer. This studio based course offers students the opportunity to experience the process with furniture based projects. Successful students complete a series of design projects focused on furniture related topics. Design concepts are generated, developed, and clarified in a process that moves from schematic studies to detailed proposals to built works. Studio six hours.
Prerequisites: INT 1001 and IND 1201 .
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IND 2701 - Industrial Design Studio (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Design studio is an integral aspect of the educational process of a designer. This course will integrate drawing, modeling and creative problem solving as students explore the process of studio projects. Successful students will complete a series of design projects where they develop concepts from ideas to fully realized models. Studio six hours.
Prerequisites: INT 1001 , IND 1010 and IND 1201 .
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IND 3004 - Welding (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course covers information about welding safety, equipment, materials, and applications of arc, oxy-acetylene, and inert gas techniques to include typical welding positions and welding ferrous and nonferrous metals. Lecture one hour, laboratory four hours.
Prerequisite: IND 2110 or IND 2120 .
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IND 3010 - CADD III: Parametric Modeling (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course is an in-depth exploration of Parametric Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) and its application in industrial design. Units will include: advanced 3D construction techniques, constraints, assembly modeling, finite analysis and document development. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisites: IND 2000 and IND 2010 .
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IND 3025 - Advanced Wood Technology (4)
When Offered: On Demand
Advanced machine tool operations, furniture construction, and a study of general materials used in the furniture industry. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours.
Prerequisite: IND 2005 .
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IND 3054 - Metals Technology (3)
When Offered: On Demand
An in-depth, experience-centered examination of metal processing techniques. This course concentrates on advanced machine and non-machine metal manufacturing techniques. Emphasis will be placed on individual problem solving. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: IND 2004 .
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IND 3100 - Furniture I (3) [WID]
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
This course takes an in-depth approach to research, sketching, and drawing to give students insight into furniture types, elements, and construction. This insight may be utilized to help focus further research and design, culminating in construction documents and renderings. Studio six hours.
Prerequisites: IND 2000 , IND 2401 , RC 2001 or its equivalent.
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IND 3120 - Materials and Processes II (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course is an advanced investigation into materials and techniques. Students are exposed to a variety of methods in a breadth of materials. Materials covered may include: plastic, wood, metal and resins. Processes covered may include: rapid prototyping, computer numerical control, thermoforming, mold-making, casting, extrusion, injection and blow molding. Topics discussed may include: design for manufacturing, snap-fit design, design for disassembly, design for reuse, and the cradle to grave vs. cradle to cradle design theory. Lecture/Lab four hours.
Prerequisite: IND 2000 .
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IND 3200 - Furniture II (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course takes a more in-depth look at concept development and problem solving as it applies to complex furniture forms and construction requirements. The knowledge obtained will be utilized to help focus further research and design methodology, culminating in construction documents, presentation material, and a furniture prototype. Additional methods and processes addressed may include mock-ups, scale models, veneering, bent lamination, and finishing. Studio six hours.
Prerequisite: IND 3100 . Studio six hours.
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IND 3301 - Rapid Prototyping (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This class involves the study and practice of using computer aided design and drawing to interface with computer aided machining. The course presents the concepts of part positioning, machining reference datums, tooling, tool path, accuracy, and precision. Students are expected to design and produce finished parts for their design portfolios. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: IND 2000 .
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IND 3500 - Independent Study (1-5)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Approved contract is required
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IND 3520 - Instructional Assistance (1)
When Offered: On Demand
A supervised experience in the instructional process on the university level through direct participation in a classroom situation.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
Approved contract is required.
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IND 3525 - In-Class Cooperative Experience (1-5)
When Offered: On Demand
With the supervision of an industrial design faculty member, students will work with industrial partners/clients on real projects to help them troubleshoot design issues, prototypes, models, and samples.
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor.
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IND 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-6)
When Offered: On Demand
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IND 3701 - Product Design Studio I (4) [WID]
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
This course will begin the more intensive development of a design process methodology for the design student. Communication of this process will be a primary focus through the documentation and presentation of all work throughout the semester. Students will have a series of design projects providing opportunities to explore various materials and processes, as well as addressing contemporary design issues and design theory. Studio eight hours.
Prerequisites: IND 2000 , RC 2001 or its equivalent.
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IND 3711 - Product Design Studio II (4)
When Offered: Spring
This course will continue the more intensive development of a design process methodology for the design student. Communication of this process will be a primary focus through the documentation and presentation of all work throughout the semester. Students will have a series of design projects providing opportunities to explore various materials and processes; as well as addressing contemporary design issues and design theory. Studio eight hours.
Prerequisite: IND 3701 .
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IND 4100 - Furniture III (4)
When Offered: Fall
This course is an advanced investigation into designing with new materials and techniques for furniture. Discussions will focus on contemporary issues affecting the furniture design industry. Topics covered may include green design, trend materials, ready-to assemble or knock-down, and packaging. Studio eight hours.
Prerequisites: IND 3200 , and a declared major in Industrial Design.
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IND 4110 - Furniture IV (4) [CAP]
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
This course is an advanced study of furniture design. Through the development of a systematic design methodology, students will undertake an in-depth approach to problem- solving for furniture design. Understanding and utilizing research as a primary tool, students will address specific design criteria and innovate for niche markets. Through the production of the actual working prototype, a further sense of how design functions as a tool will be achieved. In addition, this hands-on application will foster a greater knowledge of materials, the applied integration of CAD, and an appreciation for craftsmanship. Studio eight hours.
Prerequisite: IND 4100 .
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IND 4555 - Contemporary Industrial Finishing (2)
When Offered: On Demand
Care and maintenance of finishing equipment; selection and use of spray equipment; preparation of the surface to be finished, staining and filling undercoating, top coating, oil finishes, application of simple and synthetic finishes. Lecture one hour, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: IND 2005 .
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IND 4557 - Design for Manufacture (3)
When Offered: Fall
The theoretical design, development, and mass production of a manufactured product. To include market survey, design selection, prototype, construction, development of jigs and fixtures, and implementation of process planning and control systems. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: IND 2000
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IND 4565 - Applied Furniture Design and Construction (4)
When Offered: On Demand
The study of traditional and contemporary furniture, and its importance, design, and construction procedures. The student may design and construct a piece of traditional or contemporary furniture. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours.
Prerequisite: IND 3025 .
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IND 4576 - Production Techniques in Industrial Crafts (3)
When Offered: On Demand
An analysis of functional design and production methods used in industrial crafts. Individual projects designed to employ various technical and mechanical methods of production to leather, ceramic, metals and combination of these craft materials. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: IND 2116 or permission of the instructor.
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IND 4596 - Design and Material Development for Industrial Crafts (3)
When Offered: On Demand
An analysis of the development processing, and finishing techniques used for ceramics, leather, and non-metal materials. Emphasis is on exploratory problems and the application of these materials to the design of industrial craft products. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: IND 2116 or permission of the instructor.
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IND 4702 - Product Design Studio III (4)
When Offered: Fall
The first semester of the senior design studio places higher expectations on the student’s design process, as developed in IND 3711 Product Design Studio II . Projects are research oriented, and documentation of the development of design ideas is paramount for successful completion of the course. Design research, as it can be applied to their upcoming senior design projects, is the focus toward the end of the semester. The subjects of design culture, the materiality of objects, product semantics and user-centered design are among the research topics and points of discussion. Studio eight hours.
Prerequisite: IND 3711 .
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IND 4712 - Product Design Studio IV (4) [CAP]
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
The final semester of the product design studio sequence examines professional practice in the field of industrial design, professional ethics, available jobs, and opportunities for continued education. A fully executed design project is the primary focus of the semester, with the student using the research skills developed during the previous product design studios. Studio eight hours.
Prerequisite: IND 4702 .
Passing a portfolio review is a requirement of this course.
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IND 4811 - Professional Practice in Industrial Design (3)
When Offered: Fall.
In this course, students prepare to enter their career field. Course topics may include the development of professional contacts, interviewing skills, portfolio development, and the preparation of résumés, press releases, and design contracts. Students develop a comprehensive package to prepare for employment based on improved skill sets and capabilities. In-class learning is augmented by site visits to manufacturing facilities and design offices in the area.
Corequisite: IND 4702 or IND 4100 .
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IND 4900 - Internship (3-12)
When Offered: On Demand
Minimum 160 work hours.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.
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ITC 2010 - Narrative, New Media, and Gaming (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “How We Tell Stories”)
This course addresses the ways in which we tell stories in the digital age. Through exploring storytelling in social media, mobile contexts, and gaming, students in this course will experience a range of different narratives in many types of digital media, such as interactive online stories, podcasts, and video games. We examine forms of digital storytelling within media, marketing, and education, with opportunities for students to research, participate within, and to create original narratives as they share their own stories in a variety of media.
(Same as CI 2010 .) (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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IDS 2000 - The Idea of America (3)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “American Culture: Past and Present”)
What is it that makes the United States and its people “American?” In this course, students will review key concepts in historical and contemporary thought that have characterized how U.S. culture is perceived both here and abroad including, but not limited to: America as an empire or superpower; manifest destiny; the ‘frontier’ in America; the “ugly” American; America as an experiment in human rights. Embedded in these concepts are physical, economic, political, and demographic characteristics that have historically defined and continue to define “America.” This course may be taught with a thematic focus, depending on the semester offered.
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IDS 2002 - Interdisciplinary Connections: Design (2)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Intended for IDS majors, through selected readings and discussion, this course introduces students to multi- and interdisciplinary approaches to scholarship and fields of study. Students apply this knowledge as they design their own program of study.
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IDS 2204 - Contemplative Leadership and Personal Transformation (3)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Liberal Studies Experience
An exploration of contemplative theory, practice, and leadership. Students will have the opportunity to examine and participate in basic mindfulness training and meditation practices. Using phenomenological research methods and introspection, students will reflect on personal transformation required for successful leadership. Selected readings and research address the philosophies, practices, cultural influences, critical theory, and leadership attributes of historical and contemporary contemplative leaders.
(Same as WRC 2204 .)
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