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Introduction to Film FF


THEA-1023

Average GPA: 3.28
Withdraw Rate: 3%
Total Enrollment: 4333
Number of Reviews: 0
Designed to develop the analytical skills necessary for understanding the motion picture - not only as an art form, but as a tool for the statement of ideas. Explores the visual and aural elements employed by movie-makers to influence audiences. Studies context--the historical, social, political, cultural, and artistic situation which produced the film and how it reflects ourselves and our society. Combines lecture, screening, and demonstration with critical discussions of assigned readings and films. Requires a weekly lab.
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Advanced Spanish LH


SPAN-3050

Average GPA: 3.03
Withdraw Rate: 4%
Total Enrollment: 1867
Number of Reviews: 0
Prerequisite(s): It is recommended that students have passed SPAN 202G, have had one year residency in a Spanish-speaking country, or instructor approval
For non-native Spanish speakers who, as a result of foreign residency or similar exposure to the language, have attained competency in basic Spanish. Overviews the basic grammar of Spanish with special emphasis on major concepts, i.e., mastery of verb forms, object pronouns, preterite vs. imperfect, use of the subjunctive, etc.
Lab access fee of $10 applies.
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Corporate and Documentary Production


DGM-1520

Average GPA: 3.4
Withdraw Rate: 3%
Total Enrollment: 1425
Number of Reviews: 0
Presents professional video production techniques used in documentaries and corporate video. Covers production processes such as working with corporations, scripting, camera techniques, basic lighting techniques, production management and basic non-linear editing techniques. Requires participation in a high-quality semester project that will take a corporate or documentary project through the entire pre-production, production and post-production process.
Software fee of $15 applies.
Lab access fee of $35 for computers applies.
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Rigging and Animation Essentials


DGM-2211

Average GPA: 3.28
Withdraw Rate: 4%
Total Enrollment: 126
Number of Reviews: 0
Prerequisite(s): Portfolio Acceptance
Introduces fundamental rigging for a typical 3D character and simple 3D performance motion for animated films and games.
Software fee of $15 applies.
Lab access fee of $35 applies.
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Structural Drafting


EGDT-1300

Average GPA: 2.87
Withdraw Rate: 11%
Total Enrollment: 91
Number of Reviews: 0
Prerequisite(s): EGDT 1040 with a grade of C- or higher
Covers fundamentals of structural design. Studies structural steel detailing of beams, columns, braces, templates, marking and numbering systems, bill of materials, welding symbols, and erection drawings to AISC standards.
Software fee of $18 applies.
Lab access fee of $35 for computers applies.
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Business Computer Proficiency


IM-2010

Average GPA: 3.06
Withdraw Rate: 4%
Total Enrollment: 4039
Number of Reviews: 0
Prerequisite(s): (IM 1010 recommended) or (Basic Computer Applications Challenge Exam with a minimum score of 80% recommended)
Encompasses two software applications, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access, from a business perspective. Covers intermediate level problem solving and production skills. Uses business applications in case study settings to solve problems and accomplish tasks. In company with IM 1010, meets/exceeds the Board of Regent's Business Core Advisory Committee's requirement and the Business Computer Proficiency required by the Woodbury School of Business. May be delivered online.
Lab access fee of $35 for computers applies.
Canvas Course Mats $96/Pearson applies.
Software fee of $18 applies.
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Introduction to Counseling and Psychotherapy


PSY-4300

Average GPA: 3.42
Withdraw Rate: 3%
Total Enrollment: 1216
Number of Reviews: 0
Prerequisite(s): PSY 1010 (with grade C- or higher) and PSY 3400 (with a C- grade or higher) and (ENGL 2010 with a C+ grade or higher) and University Advanced Standing.
Surveys concepts and practices of major therapeutic systems. Introduces students to the major psychotherapeutic models. Addresses basic counseling issues including ethics and professionalism. Develops skills in relationship development, interviewing, initial assessment and intake procedures.
May be delivered online.
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Database Systems and Warehousing


INFO-3410

Average GPA: 3
Withdraw Rate: 4%
Total Enrollment: 380
Number of Reviews: 0
Prerequisite(s): (INFO 2410 or CS 3520 with a grade of C- or higher within the past seven years) and University Advanced Standing
Covers advanced database development topics and introduces a data warehouse model designed especially to support analytics and reporting needs. Database development topics covered include transaction management, performance optimization, data loading, and the development of stored procedures, triggers, and functions. Presents the data warehouse model in contrast to existing operational transaction systems. Analyzes business reporting needs, creates models for data warehouses based on the reporting needs, and uses SQL to create and populate tables based on dimensional models.
Lab access fee of $35 for computers applies.
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Fundamentals of Programming


CS-1400

Average GPA: 2.86
Withdraw Rate: 6%
Total Enrollment: 4617
Number of Reviews: 0
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Beginning American Sign Language II LH


ASL-1020

Average GPA: 3.41
Withdraw Rate: 5%
Total Enrollment: 1072
Number of Reviews: 0
Prerequisite(s): Students should have equivalent knowledge of ASL 1010
Builds on the experiences in ASL 1010. Emphasizes basic expressive and receptive conversational skills through active student participation. Continues introduction to American Deaf culture. Employs an immersion approach to language learning. Requires a weekly lab.
Lab access fee of $10 applies.
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Creative Writing: Nonfiction


ENGL-3450

Average GPA: 3.42
Withdraw Rate: 7%
Total Enrollment: 175
Number of Reviews: 0
Prerequisite(s): [(ENGL 2250 or ENGL 225H) and ENGL 2600 each with a C- or higher] and University Advanced Standing
Provides intermediate instruction for writing nonfiction prose. Explores and provides practice in various categories of nonfiction, including, for example, narrative, memoir, interpretive reporting, found text, and experimental forms. Addresses the stylistic and compositional challenges of transforming experience into writing.
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Motor Learning and Control


EXSC-3550

Average GPA: 3.39
Withdraw Rate: 2%
Total Enrollment: 702
Number of Reviews: 0
Prerequisite(s): EXSC Majors: ZOOL 2320 (or 232H), ZOOL 2325 (or 232L), and Pre or Co-requisite all with a C- or higher and (MATH 1050 or MATH 1055). PETE Majors: ZOOL 1090 and Pre or Co-requisite PETE 2700 both with a C- or higher and (MATH 1050 or MATH 1055). REC Majors: ZOOL 1090 and Pre or Co-requistie REC 2200 both with a C- or higher and (STAT 1040 or STAT 1045 or MATH 1050 or MATH 1055). All: University Advanced Standing
Pre- or Corequisite(s): ZOOL 2420 (or 242H), ZOOL 2425 (or 242L), EXSC 270G
Examines motor and cognitive characteristics of individuals involved in learning or performing motor skills. Examines conditions that influence learning. Analyzes how humans learn complex movement skills and control voluntary, coordinated movement. Analyzes the basic psychological processes involved in learning and control of movement and their effect on instruction and practice conditions for the learner. Studies motor development and its effect on skill acquisition.
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Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles


AUT-1220

Average GPA: 2.54
Withdraw Rate: 4%
Total Enrollment: 185
Number of Reviews: 0
Prerequisite(s): AUT 1110, AUT 1120, AUT 1130, and AUT 1160
Corequisite(s): AUT 122L Recommended
Studies diagnosis, repair, and adjustment of many automatic transmissions and transaxles. Covers planetary gearing, hydraulic theory, strategies for operation, and service of many domestic and imported passenger car and light-truck vehicles. Introduces electronic control theory.
Software fee of $10 for applies.
Lab access fee of $15 for computers applies.
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General Biology BB


BIOL-1010

Average GPA: 2.86
Withdraw Rate: 4%
Total Enrollment: 22767
Number of Reviews: 0
Introduces major themes and concepts of biology including cell and molecular biology, genetics, diversity, evolution, and ecology. Provides students with necessary information and skills to critically evaluate what they hear, read, and see in the living world; communicate clearly; and apply methods to interpret data for making informed decisions concerning the role of biology in a world of which they are a part. May be delivered online.
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Human Development Life Span SS


PSY-1100

Average GPA: 3.24
Withdraw Rate: 4%
Total Enrollment: 6766
Number of Reviews: 0
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Communications for Aviation Professionals


AVSC-2070

Average GPA: 3.34
Withdraw Rate: 4%
Total Enrollment: 1251
Number of Reviews: 0
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010 or ENGH 1005
Teaches the skills necessary to effectively communicate with a variety of aviation stakeholders and professionals. Examines principles of written and verbal communication. Covers the planning, organizing and delivery of positive and negative messages. Teaches effective interpersonal and listening skills as well as techniques for adapting the message to the audience. Includes the effective development and delivery of computer-aided presentations. Explores the hazards and impacts of miscommunication on aviation safety.
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