May 05, 2024  
2017-2018 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2017-2018 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Human Development and Psychological Counseling

  
  • HPC 3500 - Independent Study (1-4)


    When Offered: On Demand
  
  • 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.
  
  • HPC 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)


    When Offered: On Demand
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • HPC 4710 - Teaching Sex Education within a Family Context (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    This course is designed to help health educators learn and develop strategies for teaching family living and sexuality to different age groups such as elementary, middle grades, secondary and adults. Topics to be included are reproductive anatomy, physiology, STDs and AIDS, varying cultural differences, and gaining community support. Each student will be responsible for developing appropriate curricular materials for the age group she or he will be teaching.
  
  • 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.
  
  • HPC 4800 - Basic Dream Interpretation (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    A review of C.G. Jung’s life and the development of analytical psychology. This review includes the beginning and expansion of his analytical approach to dream analysis. Special attention will be given to the structure of dreams, dream images and how dreams relate to the life of the dreamer. Students will begin to explore their dreams via the analytical method.
  
  • HPC 4840 - Human Relations and Interaction (3)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring
    Examines the key elements in effective interpersonal communication. Students will be exposed to one or more human relations models that are designed to improve their communication skills. Emphasis will be given to applying constructive methods of human relations in a variety of settings including business, schools, and social service agencies.
    [Dual-listed with HPC 5840.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
  
  • HPC 4900 - Internship in Public Schools (1-9)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Designed for school counselor graduate students who do not possess an “A” teaching license and who must have an extended internship in a public school setting prior to obtaining an “M” license. Each internship is arranged and coordinated on an individual basis consistent with state policies. This course will be limited to students accepted into the school counselor program and the course credit will not count toward the graduate degree.
    Graded on an S/U basis.
    [Dual-listed with HPC 5000.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.

Industrial Design

  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • IND 2000 - Sophomore Portfolio Review (0)


    When Offered: Spring
    The process of preparing and submitted the sophomore portfolio. The portfolio represents the student’s best course work to date
    Graded on an S/U basis.
    Prerequisites: IND 1010 , IND 2120 ; IND 2411  or IND 2421 ; R C 2001  or its equivalent; and declared major in Industrial Design. Students are required to pass the review for admittance to upper level courses.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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 .
  
  • 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.
  
  • IND 2012 - Product Design (3)


    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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • IND 2120 - Materials and Processes I (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    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.
  
  • IND 2201 - 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.
  
  • 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 2201 .
  
  • 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 ,
  
  • 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.
  
  • IND 2311 - Human Factors in Design (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    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. Lecture three hours.
  
  • IND 2321 - Physical Principles for Designers (3)


    When Offered: Spring
    This course studies a broad array of physical principles useful for design. Topics include: heat transfer, thermodynamics, power mechanics, electronics and electricity, material science, strength of materials, statics, dynamics, and acoustics. The topics are covered as an overview with application examples. Students are expected to solve various design problems and give portfolio quality presentations to the class. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • IND 2411 - Introduction to Design Studio (3)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring
    Product design studio is an integral aspect of the educational process of a designer. This course will allow students the opportunity to experience the process and methodology associated with 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 , INT 1002 , and IND 2201 .
  
  • IND 2421 - Preliminary Design Studio (3)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring
    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 , INT 1002 , and IND 2201 .
  
  • IND 2901 - 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.
  
  • 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 .
  
  • 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 .
  
  • 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 .
  
  • IND 3100 - Furniture I (3)


    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 , R C 2001  or its equivalent.
  
  • 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 .
  
  • IND 3200 - Furniture II (3)


    When Offered: Spring
    This course is a study of the construction practices commonly used by the furniture industry. Additionally, students will take an in depth look at the techniques utilized in the construction and design of upholstered products. The knowledge obtained will be utilized to help focus further research and design, culminating in construction documents and a completely fabricated piece of furniture. Additional methods and processes addressed may include mock-ups, scale models, veneering, bent lamination, and finishing.
    Prerequisite: IND 3100 . Studio six hours.
  
  • IND 3500 - Independent Study (1-5)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring
    Approved contract is required
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • IND 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-6)


    When Offered: On Demand
  
  • IND 3701 - Product Design Studio I (4)


    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. Potential projects may include furniture design, exhibit design, improving the ergonomics of existing products, and package design. Studio eight hours.
    Prerequisites: IND 2000 , R C 2001  or its equivalent.
  
  • 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. Potential projects may include intermediate furniture design, exhibit design, improving the ergonomics of existing products and package design. Studio eight hours.
    Prerequisite: IND 3701 .
  
  • IND 3901 - 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 .
  
  • IND 3911 - 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 2901 .
  
  • 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: GRA 3102 , IND 2120 , IND 2201 , IND 3120 , IND 3200 , and a declared major in Industrial Design.
  
  • IND 4110 - Furniture IV (4)


    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 .
  
  • 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 . [Dual-listed with IND 5555.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
  
  • 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  [Dual- listed with IND 5557.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
  
  • 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 . [Dual-listed with IND 5565.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • IND 4701 - Product Design Studio III (5)


    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. Potential projects may include consumer electronics, toys, transportation, and housewares. Industry sponsored projects are often undertaken as well. Studio five hours.
    Prerequisite: IND 3711 .
  
  • IND 4711 - Product Design Studio IV (5)


    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. Potential projects may include furniture design, exhibit design, consumer products, medical devices, and sporting goods. Studio five hours.
    Prerequisite: IND 4701 . Passing a portfolio review is a requirement of this course.
  
  • 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 4701  or IND 4100 .
  
  • IND 4900 - Internship (3-12)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Minimum 160 work hours.
    Graded on an S/U basis.
    Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.

Instructional Technology/Computers

  
  • 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 C I 2010 .) (Global Learning Opportunity course)

Interdisciplinary Studies

  
  • IDS 2000 - This Grand Experiment: An Introduction to American Studies (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    GEN ED: Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “American Culture: Past and Present”)
    Since the 1930s, scholars have been studying the core values and ideas that define American (U.S.) culture. American Studies scholars integrate ideas and methods from a diverse array of disciplines in examining what it is that makes this place and its people “American.” In this course, students will review the roots of American Studies and the concepts of exceptionalism, multiculturalism, and transnationalism, which have characterized how U.S. culture is perceived both here and abroad. Embedded in these concepts are physical, economic, political, and demographic characteristics that have historically defined and continue to define “America.”
  
  • IDS 2001 - Interdisciplinary Connections I (3)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring
    Intended for IDS majors, this course introduces students to the theory and practice of interdisciplinarity by means of selected readings and the application of methods. Students will apply concepts central to the course to a variety of integrative and investigative projects, in addition to the design of their own programs of study.
  
  • IDS 2302 - Freudian Dreams and Cultural Analysis (3)


    When Offered: Spring
    GEN ED: Liberal Studies Experience
    This course will introduce Freud’s theories through his own writings, including his classic, The Interpretation of Dreams, and will explore the ways in which psychoanalysis helps illuminate and explain art, literature, film, and culture.
    (Same as WRC 2302 .)
  
  • IDS 2450 - Introduction to Not-for-Profit Organizations (3)


    When Offered: Spring
    This course explores many facets of nonprofit organizations including organizational structure, laws, and regulations in nonprofit, employment and working conditions, entry methods into nonprofit careers, and segments of the nonprofit world of work. This course also explores the guiding principles, philosophy and mission of nonprofit organizations from an interdisciplinary approach, studying them from a societal, historical, political, legislative, and economic point of view.
  
  • IDS 2500 - Independent Study (1-4)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring
  
  • IDS 2530-2549 - Selected Topics (1-4)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring. On Demand
  
  • IDS 3000 - Histories of Knowledges (3)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring
    This course introduces central concerns of interdisciplinary studies through analyses of histories of knowledge production, definition, and categorization, cultural derivations and influences on what we know, the significance of paradigms and media, and the importance of perspective and situation in shaping what we define as knowledge.
    Prerequisite: R C 2001  or its equivalent.
  
  • IDS 3001 - Interdisciplinary Connections II (2)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring
    GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
    Through selected readings and guided discussion, this course provides IDS majors the opportunity to write and reflect on their interdisciplinary course work, their programs of study, and on the variety of methods that may be employed in pursuing interdisciplinary scholarship.
    Prerequisites: R C 2001  or its equivalent; IDS 2001  with a minimum grade of “C” (2.0 grade points) or permission of instructor.  Corequisite: ANT 3410 , C J 3115 /P S 3115 , COM 3100 , ENG 3000 , HIS 2800 , IDS 3210 , GHY 3800 /PLN 3800 , PLN 3432 , SOC 3885  or STT 2820 ; or permission of instructor.
  
  • IDS 3010 - H2O: We are Water (3)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring
    GEN ED: Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “Sustainability and Global Resources”)
    Water is studied in disciplines ranging from art to zoology. The hydrologic cycle functions on a global scale but has local impacts. This interdisciplinary course will look at water policy and how we manage water resources; who gets water, for what purpose; and the impacts of these decisions on the resource. It will discuss the ways we use water, abuse it, revere it, ignore it, and fight over it. In the US, our quality of life is entirely dependent on cheap, plentiful, clean water. We use it in vast quantities to produce power, grow food, and protect our health. Globally, demands for water continue to increase. The class will cover the intersections among our scientific understanding of water flows, our technological developments, and our policy approaches toward this elemental resource, locally and globally.
  
  • IDS 3025 - Contemporary Topics in Science and Technology Studies (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    GEN ED: Liberal Studies Experience
    This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of how science and technology shape society and culture. Through a topical focus, students will explore the values embedded within a technological society, and the ways in which power and knowledge are produced and maintained.
    Students may repeat this course for credit as long as the course topic is unique.
  
  • IDS 3050 - Social Media and Community Engagement (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    This course will explore the role of social media to build, sustain, and deepen connections with community members. It will examine the role of a range of new media tools within community support programs, cultural heritage sites, and other not-for-profit organizations to engage clients, donors, and other stakeholders. This course will involve project work with community partners.
  
  • IDS 3110 - Story and Medium (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Students will explore how various media define the relationship between story form and story content. The course will cover a range of media including (but not limited to): text, film, radio, television, and various digital media. Students will explore the affordances and constraints of various media and how these media create different storytelling opportunities.
  
  • IDS 3210 - Exploring the Documentary Form (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    GEN ED: Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “How We Tell Stories”)
    The course offers students a chance to learn the fundamentals of non-fiction story telling. Students will research a topic, and then develop a video, audio, or photographic documentary that uses their research to tell a compelling story. During this course, students will learn a range of techniques that bridge academic disciplines: how to use both primary and secondary sources for research, writing skills to structure their documentaries, visual communication techniques to translate their writing into images, and editing skills to clearly communicate their story.
  
  • IDS 3230 - Photography as Social Critique (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    How do photographs communicate messages about the world? This course will explore how photography can both challenge and reinforce social scripts regarding personal and group identities, the environment, and social, economic, and political systems. Students will address the work of photographers working in a wide range of styles, from visual art to documentary, to explore how an endless array of subjects can and have been visually considered and critiqued through photography. Lecture and studio four hours.
    (Same as ART 3230.)
  
  • IDS 3250 - Internet Studies (3)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring
    GEN ED: Liberal Studies Experience
    This seminar explores the emerging interdisciplinary field of Internet Studies. Topics covered may include the digital divide, virtual communities, race and gender in cyberspace, and topics in cyberculture. These and other issues may be explored for their social, political, psychological, economic, cultural, ethical, and artistic implications. This seminar will also help students develop their critical reading and writing skills in connection with the World Wide Web, explore Internet research methodologies, and introduce students to some of the technical and editorial issues involved in Web page design and publication.
    There are no prerequisites. This course is required for the concentration in Internet Studies under the B.A. degree in Interdisciplinary Studies; and it is also a required course for the undergraduate minor in Internet Studies.
  
  • IDS 3260 - Creativity: An Introduction (3)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring
    An interdisciplinary and cross-cultural investigation of creativity as an individual, social, cultural, and natural phenomenon. Although often associated with artistry, creativity contributes to the development of all academic and professional disciplines and is an important component in non-academic culture and in individual life. The concept of creativity has deep roots in Western culture (going back at least to Augustine), and the cross-disciplinary study of creativity has burgeoned in the United States since WWII. The class will explore: the history of the concept of creativity; creativity and self-fulfillment; psychological, anthropological, and sociological theories of creativity; practices claiming to enhance creativity; and case studies of creative individuals and creative breakthroughs.
  
  • IDS 3330 - Introduction to Africana Studies (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    This course offers students the opportunity to examine the complex historical, social, political, and cultural issues of peoples of Africa and the African Diaspora. Central themes of this multi-disciplinary course include examinations of pre-colonial African societies, slavery in the Atlantic Basin and in the New World, the evolution of race and racism, and African influences in communities outside of the continent.
    (Same as HIS 3330 .) (This course is the required introductory course for the Africana Studies Minor. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
  
  • IDS 3500 - Independent Study (1-4)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring
  
  • IDS 3520 - Instructional Assistance (1)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring
    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.
  
  • IDS 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring. On Demand
  
  • IDS 3650 - Marx’s Capital (3)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring
    GEN ED: Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “Revolutions: Social and Political”)
    This course provides an introduction to Karl Marx as well as an in-depth study of his major theoretical work, Capital, Volume I. The transdisciplinary uses of Marxian theory in illuminating a wide variety of issues across disciplinary boundaries will be explored. Students will be asked to make connections between Marx’s writings and their own areas of study.
  
  • IDS 3900 - Internship (3-12)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring
    Supervised work in an appropriate field experience. Student must get approval from the advisor of the B.A. in interdisciplinary studies program prior to enrolling.
    Graded on an S/U basis.
  
  • IDS 4001 - Interdisciplinary Connections III (1)


    When Offered: Fall. Spring
    GEN ED: Capstone Experience
    In this course, students will draw together work covering the range of their interdisciplinary studies to produce a portfolio of representative work. This portfolio will serve not only as a culminating document, but it will also provide students with an opportunity for reflection in writing on the trajectory of their studies and future direction for their work. Students should take this course their final semester before graduating.
    Prerequisite: IDS 3001  and at least 11 s.h. of IDS-prefixed coursework.
  
  • IDS 4510 - Senior Honors Thesis/Project (1-3)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring
    Independent study and research. Honors thesis directed by a member of the Interdisciplinary Studies Program faculty and graded by a committee appropriate for the topic. Oral presentation.
    Corequisite: IDS 4001 
  
  • IDS 4530-4549 - Selected Topics (1-4)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring. On Demand

Interior Design

  
  • INT 1001 - Visual Literacy I (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    Introduces fundamentals of 2D graphic communication through a variety of design projects. Investigates principles and elements of design through problem-solving methods. Introduces composition, lettering, layout, line quality, graphic representation and color theory. Lecture one hour, studio four hours.
  
  • INT 1002 - Visual Literacy II (3)


    When Offered: Spring
    Explores principles of three-dimensional design as they relate to client-based markets, addressing issues of form, space and the design process. Pertinent vocabulary and concepts involved in the creation and critique of three-dimensional, client-based, functional objects, products and spaces will be covered. The course introduces problem solving techniques through ideation, form studies and models. Lecture one hour, studio four hours.
    Prerequisite: INT 1001 .
  
  • INT 1100 - Interior Design Studio I (3)


    When Offered: Spring
    Foundation studio course, explores the fundamentals of interior design including the design process, principles and elements. Investigates problem-solving techniques through a variety of small-scale two and three-dimensional projects. Introduces critical thinking, analysis and communicating volumetrically. Includes creative problem-solving, process drawing, quick sketching and rendering, and modelmaking. Provides exposure to green design and team design. Laboratory two hours.
    Prerequisites: INT 1001 . Corerequisite: INT 1002  or permission of the instructor.
  
  • INT 1300 - Design Matters (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    GEN ED: Liberal Studies Experience
    Design Matters provides a survey of the interdisciplinary design professions and their impact on culture and human behavior. The course will focus on why design matters to both the professional in the field and the consumer. Activities include review of case studies of a range of design solutions and discussions about interdisciplinary design methods and terms. Lecture three hours.
  
  • INT 2001 - Visual Literacy III (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    Explores various graphic communication methods by means of advanced drawing and presentation techniques. Investigates manual and digital three-dimensional pictorial views, design sketching, presentation drawings, perspective, delineation and rendering. Provides exposure to a variety of graphic communication media, color theory, and presentation methods. Lecture one hour, studio four hours.
    Prerequisites: INT 1002  and completion of the Freshman Portfolio Review, or permission of the instructor.
  
  • INT 2100 - Interior Design Studio II (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    Introductory studio, focuses on application of design principles and elements in shelter interiors. Provides exposure to universal design principles, special populations, green design, social responsibility, human factors, kitchen and bath standards and specifications. Emphasizes critical thinking, space planning, circulation, and spatial analysis. Typical projects may include small and medium-scale residential and multi-family interiors. Studio six hours.
    Prerequisite: completion of the Freshman Portfolio Review.
  
  • INT 2110 - Interior Design Studio III (3)


    When Offered: Spring
    Intermediate-level studio, focuses on systems design. Explores problem identification, research, functional analysis, programming methods and space planning theory. Investigates codes, and the integration of building systems. Includes theories of circulation, systems, application of ergonomics, ADA, building codes, ceiling systems, and specifications. Typical projects may include medium scale work, retail and exhibition spaces. Extends analytical and strategic thinking. Studio six hours.
    Prerequisites: INT 2100  and must be a declared INT major.
  
  • INT 2200 - Interior Design Systems I (3)


    When Offered: Spring
    Provides basic understanding of interior building products with focus on materials and finishes. Also includes systems furniture, architectural wall systems, and ceiling systems. Investigation and analysis of properties, selection criteria, costs, maintenance, specifications, codes, performance testing, sustainability, and life-cycle costing. Lecture three hours.
    Prerequisite: completion of the Freshman Portfolio Review or permission of the instructor.
  
  • INT 2300 - History of Interior Design and Architecture I (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    Explores history of interiors, architecture, and materials from prehistoric (ancient) times to the Industrial Revolution. Includes residential and commercial spaces. Provides exposure to multi-cultural issues in design. Lecture three hours.
    Prerequisite: completion of the Freshman Portfolio Review or permission of the instructor.
  
  • INT 2310 - History of Interior Design and Architecture II (3)


    When Offered: Spring
    Explores history of interiors, architecture, graphic and industrial design, and materials from the Industrial Revolution to the present. Includes residential and commercial spaces. Provides exposure to multi-cultural issues in design. Lecture three hours.
    Prerequisite: completion of the Freshman Portfolio Review or permission of the instructor.
  
  • INT 2330 - Kitchen and Bath Workshop (3)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Use of the National Kitchen and Bath Association Guidelines in the design and evaluation of kitchens and baths. Incorporates universal and green design concepts into space planning and specification of products for kitchens and bath design. Explores ergonomic and anthropometric research for decision-making. Emphasis primarily on residential applications. Lecture two hours, studio two hours.
    Prerequisite: INT 2100  or permission of the instructor.
  
  • INT 2400 - Interior Design Sophomore Field Study (0)


    When Offered: On Demand
    Travel, tours and study of areas of interest within the interior design profession. Manufacturers, design firms, showrooms and museums are typical destinations.
    Graded on an S/U basis.
    Prerequisite: completion of the Freshman Portfolio Review or permission of the instructor. Attendance and overnight stays required.
  
  • INT 2500 - Independent Study (1-4)


    When Offered: Fall; Spring
    Approved contract is required.
  
  • INT 3001 - Architecture and Design Internship Workshop (1)


    When Offered: Fall
    Emphasizes study and preparation for the design workplace experience including internship requirements and objectives. Provides discussion of procedural and ethical concerns and preparation for the interview process. Includes research, goal-setting, design and creation of application materials and portfolio. Lecture one hour.
    Prerequisite: completion of the Freshman Portfolio Review or permission of the instructor.
  
  • INT 3005 - Interior Design Studio IV (3)


    When Offered: Fall
    Intermediate-level studio, focusing on global design in commercial environments. Course provides application of human environmental studies, multi-cultural studies, advanced graphics, space planning, lighting and green design. Typical projects may include hospitality facilities (hotels, resorts, restaurants), branding and consumer studies, and retail. (SPEAKING) Studio six hours.
    Prerequisite: INT 2110 . (Global Learning Opportunity course)
  
  • INT 3105 - Interior Design Studio V (3)


    When Offered: Spring
    An advanced studio which focuses on problem-solving skills related to collaborative design. The course further develops concept writing, process drawing, space planning, design development, detailing, and green design understanding. Typical projects may include medium-scale healthcare and socially conscious design/service-based learning for non-profits. Studio six hours.
    Prerequisite: INT 3005 .
 

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