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CSH 4498:Strategic Management in Hospitality 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Culinary Sustainability and Hospitality majors: Students must have completed MKTG 3100 and MGT 4001 . This course is taken in the last or next-to-last semester in the program; Non-Culinary Sustainability and Hospitality majors: Senior standing and permission of the department chair.
This challenging senior-level capstone course transforms students into strategic business leaders, incorporating disciplines learned throughout the curriculum including marketing, purchasing, situational analysis, quantitative production, environmental awareness, financial and quality management, and strategic formulation and implementation as applied to the hospitality industry. The primary focus is on the successful development, execution, and application of strategic management concepts to a signature event held during the semester.
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CSH 4499:Quantity Food Management 1 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Culinary Sustainability and Hospitality majors: Students must have completed CSH 3100 and CSH 4200 . This course is taken in the last or next-to-last semester in the program; Non-Culinary Sustainability and Hospitality majors: Senior standing and permission of the department chair.
Students demonstrate established standards, techniques, and practices for large quantity food production by creating a meal service event, including the menu development and design, purchasing, sales and marketing, food service production, cost analysis and service of meals in a dining room environment.
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CSH 4610:Plant-Based Cuisine 1 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CSH 2500
This course examines vegan and vegetarian diets and the nutritional preparation of plant-based cuisines. Students explore why vegan and vegetarian diets are chosen for health, social, religious, or other reasons, with a focus on preparing meals with plant-based ingredients, modifying recipes, and determining preparation methods for highest nutritional value. Students analyze the relationship between diet and disease, and compare that for those eating exclusively plant-based cuisine to the average diet.
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CSH 4620:Exploring the World of Wines 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Students must be 21+ years of age by the first day of class to take this class.
Students obtain an in-depth understanding of vineyard and cellar practices that affect style, quality, commercial viability and long-term sustainability of the world’s most important wines. Classic, New World, and emerging regions provide the context within which these practices are studied. The class develops students’ sensory evaluation skills for the purpose of guiding commercial decisions made by management within a foodservice or hospitality operation.
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CSH 4630:Spirits, Beers, and Brews 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Students must be 21+ years of age by the first day of class to take this class.
Students gain an in-depth understanding of key factors that influence price, quality, and long-term sustainability of the world’s most important spirits, beers and other alcoholic beverages such as cider and beverages and their regional or generic counterparts. Students will develop their sensory evaluation skills for the purpose of guiding commercial management decisions within the industry.
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CSH 4640:Beer Culture 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Students must be 21+ years of age by the first day of class to take this class.
Students develop knowledge of the evolution of brewing and brewer’s culture and practices, an understanding of various beer and ale styles, the effects of local culture and society, and the relationship of various technologies on the brewing process. Samples of beers illustrate the sensory properties (flavor, color, foam, and haze), microbiological processes, and chemical components that determine beer quality. Students develop and sharpen sensory skills to discern stylistic nuances as well as technical production issues.
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CSH 4650:Fundamentals of Brewing 1 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Students must be 21+ years of age by the first day of class to take this class.
Students explore the art and science of brewing beer, the business of its production, distribution and sale and its place in a cuisine pairing. Students will handcraft several types of beer, going from grain to finished product, exploring the science of fermentation, learning to critique various styles, and gaining an understanding of beer’s place in history, culture and cuisine.
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CSH 4660:Event Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
This course provides an introduction to the principles of event management including special event research, planning, coordination, marketing, management and post-event evaluation. Through instruction, observation and analysis, students probe, explore and draw conclusions about “what works” in event management.
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CSH 4670:Catering 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Students study the techniques, logistics, and responsibilities involved in the management of on-premise and off-premise catering companies. Students evaluate operations, sales, vendor facilities, challenges and solutions, assessing the needs and requirements in both on-premise and off-premise settings.
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CSH 4680:Wedding Planning 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Students explore the various business and creative aspects of wedding planning and the wedding industry. Students design an event focusing on client retention, package development, contract and vendor interactions, as well as the creative needs associated with this specific event.
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CSH 4690:Baking and Pastry 1 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Students are introduced to fundamental baking and pastry skills, methods, theories and techniques through lecture, demonstration and hands-on production. Students learn the necessity of personal hygiene, safety, basic first aid, and station organization in a production kitchen.
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Cybersecurity |
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CYBR 3100:Principles of Information Security 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in (CSE 1321 and CSE 1321L ), and admission to the BS-Cybersecurity eMajor, Cybersecurity Minor or Undergraduate Cybersecurity Certificate.
This course offers a foundation in the various technical and administrative aspects of Cybersecurity and provides the terminology and principles for understanding the key issues associated with protecting information assets, determining the levels of protection and response to security incidents, as well as designing a consistent, reasonable cybersecurity system.
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CYBR 3123:Hardware and Software Concepts 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in (CSE 1322 and CSE 1322L ) or (IT 1323 and IT 1323L ), and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor Concurrent:
MATH 2345 or CS 2300
This course examines various hardware and software components and how they work together in a modern computing environment. Topics include an overview of computer organization and architecture, machine language and modern languages.
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CYBR 3153:Database Systems 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in (IT 1323 and IT 1323L ), and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor
The topics in this course span from a review of the traditional file processing systems to database management systems. Topics include files systems and file processing logic, planning, and major phases of database development: analysis, design and implementation. Labs use an SQL based database product such as Oracle.
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CYBR 3200:Network Security 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in CYBR 3100 and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor, Cybersecurity Minor, or Cybersecurity Undergraduate Certificate.
This course provides a complete foundation of the cybersecurity of networked information systems, providing a detailed examination of principles, theory, tools, techniques, and technologies used in network cybersecurity.
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CYBR 3210:Client Systems Security 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in (CSE 1321 and CSE 1321L ), and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor, Cybersecurity Minor, or Cybersecurity Undergraduate Certificate.
This course explores client computer system technology, security, and control of vulnerabilities. It will include relevant computer architectures, and operating systems and will provide the detailed technical coverage necessary to protect computer information system clients by presenting the knowledge of client platform computer hardware components, client network devices and interfaces, as well as the structure and usage of common client operating system software from a cybersecurity perspective.
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CYBR 3220:Global IS Project Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in CYBR 3100 and admission to the Cybersecurity BS eMajor program of study.
In this course, students will be exposed to the basic principles of Global Project Management, effective teamwork and collaboration. It will prepare students to understand key issues in global project management such as project initiation, planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk analysis, quality management and communicating and collaborating across political and cultural boundaries. Tools such as Microsoft Project will be used to develop and track Information Systems projects.
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CYBR 3223:Software Acquisition and Project Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in (CSE 1321 and CSE 1321L ) or IT 1113 or CSE 1311 , and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor, Cybersecurity Minor, or Cybersecurity Undergraduate Certificate.
The course provides a high level introduction to two areas that are crucial to the IT profession, namely project management and software acquisition. It introduces students to the phases both in the project management and software acquisition and implementation process. Since requirements are crucial to both activities, the course will provide students with an in-depth introduction to requirements engineering. The course will also introduce students to a widely used project management information system.
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CYBR 3300:Management of Information Security in a Global Environment 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in CYBR 3100 , and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor, Cybersecurity Minor, or Cybersecurity Undergraduate Certificate
This course explores managerial aspects of cybersecurity and the administration of strategic planning processes as well as the policies, procedures, and staffing functions necessary to organize and administer the cybersecurity functions of an organization.
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CYBR 3305:Technology and Criminal Justice 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in CRJU 1101 , and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor
This course involves an in-depth study of technology as it relates to crime and the criminal justice system. Topics discussed include technology associated with criminal investigations, law enforcement practices, offender monitoring and supervision, and homeland security. Legal issues and laws pertaining to the use of technology for investigative purposes, privacy issues, and fourth amendment issues are examined. Various technologies used by police, courts, and corrections are also addressed.
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CYBR 3396:Cooperative Study 0 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 1-3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of ‘C’ or better in CYBR 3100 , and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor, and approval of the coordinator of cooperative education/internships (KSU Career Services).
This is a supervised credit-earning work experience for a minimum of two academic semesters with a previously approved business firm, private agency, or government agency. For sophomore, junior, or senior students who wish to obtain on-the-job experience in conjunction with their academic education.
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CYBR 3398:Internship 0 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 1-9 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of ‘C’ or better in CYBR 3100 , and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor, and approval of the coordinator of cooperative education/internships (KSU Career Services).
A supervised credit-earning work experience for one academic semester with a previously approved business firm, private agency, or government agency. The work experience may not be with a current employer. The course will be graded on an S/U basis. The number of credit hours applicable to degree requirements is limited.
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CYBR 3423:Operating Systems Concepts & Administration 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in CYBR 3123 or IT 3123 , and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor.
This course is an introduction to basic operating system principles. Topics include memory management, peripheral device management, file system management and process management. Different types of operating systems and their administrations are studied. Projects are carried out with simulations
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CYBR 4200:Perimeter Defense 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of ‘C’ or better in (CYBR 3200 and CYBR 4323 ), and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor
An exploration of cybersecurity techniques, tools, and technologies used to protect an organizations network infrastructure. The course will examine the evaluation, selection, deployment, and administration of firewall, VPN, IDPS, and other applications used to defend organizational networks and information assets from attacks.
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CYBR 4220:Server Systems Security 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of ‘C’ or better in (CYBR 4200 and CYBR 4423 ), and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor
This course offers the detailed technical knowledge and skills necessary to protect computer server information system by presenting the knowledge of server platform computer hardware components, server network devices and interfaces, as well as the structure and usage of common server operating system software from a cybersecurity perspective. Additional learning regarding ongoing maintenance and operational issues of server computing systems will also be included.
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CYBR 4305:Technology and Cyber Crime 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in CRJU 1101 , and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor.
This course provides an overview of cyber crime and computer-related crime issues facing the American criminal justice system, particularly law enforcement. Topic areas include prevalence and types of cyber crime, cyber crime victim and offender characteristics, and methods and types of technologies used to engage in cyber crime. Emphasis is placed on the criminal justice system’s investigation and response to cyber crime. Future trends of cyber crime and computer-related crime are also discussed.
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CYBR 4323:Data Communications & Networking 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in CYBR 3123 or IT 3123 , and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor.
Fundamental concepts of computer networking include topics such as properties of signals and media, information encoding, error detection and recovery, LANs, backbones, WANs, network topologies, routing, Internet protocols, and security issues. The focus is on general concepts together with their application to support the business enterprise.
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CYBR 4330:Incident Response and Contingency Planning 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in CYBR 3300 , and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor or Cybersecurity Minor.
This course offers coverage of the cybersecurity contingency planning. It includes the detailed aspects of incident response planning, disaster recovery planning, and business continuity planning. Developing and executing plans to deal with incidents in the organization is a critical function in cybersecurity. This course focuses on the planning processes for the execution of response to human and non-human incidents in compliance with these policies.
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CYBR 4333:Network Configuration & Administration 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in CYBR 4323 or IT 4323 and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor.
This course continues the study of networks. Topics include design and implementation of networks including synchronization, scheduling, exception and deadlock resolution, client server and web based collaborative systems. Network security will also be covered. Cost estimates and speed are examined from a management perspective.
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CYBR 4350:Management of Digital Forensics and eDiscovery 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of ‘C’ or better in (CYBR 3210 and CYBR 3423 ), and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor
This course explores the key issues in digital forensics: the detection, isolation and response to security breaches and attacks. It provides specific procedures required to respond to a computer crime incident and also provides coverage of the entire digital forensic sequence and the eDiscovery process within organizations.
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CYBR 4400:Directed Study 0 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 1-3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Approval of Instructor and Department Chair and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor.
This course enables the study of special topics of an advanced nature that are not in the regular course offerings. Students will complete a research project on a topic in the subject area of cybersecurity supervised by a faculty member. Credit hours vary from one to three depending on the nature and content of the project student involved. Up to three credits may be applied to the major area.
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CYBR 4423:Linux/Unix Administration 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in CYBR 3423 or IT 3423 , and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor.
This course introduces Linux/Unix operating systems. Topics include system administration, file systems and access permissions, regular expression, common tools and utilities, and network service configurations. Lessons will be enhanced using hands-on exercises.
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CYBR 4490:Special Topics in Cybersecurity 1-3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 1-3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Junior/Senior Standing, and admission to the Cybersecurity BS eMajor. Additional requiements may vary by topic.
Special topics proposed by faculty, approved by the Department Chair. Offered on a demand basis. Can be repeated for credit if not duplicate topic.
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CYBR 4700:Cybersecurity Competitions 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of ‘C’ or better in CYBR 3100 , admission to the Cybersecruity BS eMajor, and permission of the team.
This course explores emerging issues in cybersecurity. The content of each offering will vary based on current issues and concerns in the cybersecurity industry.
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CYBR 4810:Cyber Defense 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of ‘C’ or better in (CYBR 4220 and CYBR 4200 ), and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor.
This course is a semester-long simulation using the virtual systems, software, practices, and procedures necessary for the protection of computer systems and networks. Students learn how to protect networks and systems as deployed in a typical organization. Course topics include policy and practice associated with the protection of communication resources, intrusion detection systems, firewalls, and use of various tools for system and network protection.
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CYBR 4833:Wireless Security 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of ‘C’ or better in (CYBR 3200 and CYBR 4323 ), and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor.
This course explores the theory and practice of securing wireless networks from threats and attacks. Topics include Cryptography, Network Security Protocols, Security and Layered Architecture, Voice-Oriented Wireless Networks, Data-Oriented Wireless Networks, Security in Traditional Wireless Networks, Security in Wireless LAN, and Security in Wireless Ad Hoc Networks.
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CYBR 4843:Ethical Hacking for Effective Defense 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of ‘C’ or better in (CYBR 3200 and CYBR 4323 ) and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor.
This course explores the identification and validation of network and system vulnerabilities by taking an adversarial approach to network, system, and data access. Topics include network attacks and defenses, Operating System and application vulnerabilities, social engineering attacks, and malware. Ethical, legal implications of network attacks are also discussed.
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CYBR 4853:Computer Forensics 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of ‘C’ or better in (CYBR 3210 and CYBR 3423 ), and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor.
This course is an exploration of the tools and techniques used to conduct digital investigations. It will include digital evidence collection, recovery, and analysis. Topics are Legal issues relating to digital evidence, recovery of deleted files and discovery of hidden information, reconstruction of user activity from e-mail, temporary Internet files and cached data, assessment of the integrity of system memory and process architecture to reveal malicious code.
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CYBR 4883:Infrastructure Defense 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of ‘C’ or better in (CYBR 3200 and CYBR 4323 ), and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor.
This course provides an overview of the infrastructure assessment and penetration testing process and the processes and techniques for improving the defensibility of that infrastructure.
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CYBR 4893:Internet of Things: Applications and Security 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of ‘C’ or better in (CYBR 3200 and CYBR 4323 ), and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity eMajor.
This course introduces core knowledge and skills required to develop, design and secure IoT solutions. Students will analyze requirements, develop human-device interaction and learn about broader trends and characteristics in IoT. In addition, students will evaluate the security design of IoT-connected products.
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DANC 1107:Dance in Society 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Through an examination of the role of arts in society, and an in-depth study of selected dance events, this interactive course provides an understanding of the creative process and develops skills in creativity and critical analysis. Heightened perceptual abilities will be developed through class experiences and field visits to a variety of arts events in dance, music, visual arts, and theater. (Attendance at some events requires paid admission.)
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DANC 2000:Dance History I 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Explores dance as a reflection of culture and as an art form from the earliest societies to the present. International ballet, modern dance, and American dance will be observed closely as art forms and as commercial entertainment. Throughout the course students will read from books the observations of prominent dance critics, and they will view recordings of acclaimed dance pieces. Cultural influence and the contributions of individual artists will be investigated.
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DANC 2100:African Dance Technique 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Students experience a variety of African dance forms, understand their relationship to the native culture, and study the technical aspects of their performance. This course may be taken twice for credit.
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DANC 2200:Tap Dance Technique I 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Students develop rhythmic complexity and performance techniques in tap dance. They will develop an understanding and experience of a variety of tap dance styles along with a historical understanding of the development of tap as an American art form. May be taken twice for credit.
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DANC 2210:Tap Dance Technique II 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DANC 2200
Students strengthen foundational skills covered in Tap Dance I. They further develop rhythmic complexity, performance quality, and a deeper understanding of various tap styles. This course may be taken twice for credit
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DANC 2500:Indian Dance Technique 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
This is an introductory course of Indian Classical dance techniques. Students explore the movement styles of Indian Classical dances from historical, cultural, and aesthetic perspectives.
Notes: May be taken twice for credit.
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DANC 2713:Dance Production 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
This course introduces students to stagecraft and live theatrical production. Students are charged with production assignments in support of public productions sponsored by the Department of Dance.
Notes: This course may be repeated for a total of two times for credit.
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DANC 2714:Dance Performance 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
This course includes individually designated performance assignments in support of public productions sponsored by the Department of Dance. Students rehearse and take class weekly, in addition to show week responsibilities.
Notes: This course may be repeated a total of 4 times for credit.
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DANC 2715:Dance for Camera 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
The course is designed to introduce digital video technology in dance through the acquisition of technical and creative skills required to choreograph, compose, edit, and disseminate Dance for Camera works.
Notes: The course may only be taken once for credit.
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DANC 3000:Musical Theatre Dance: Styles I 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 1101
An introduction to major dance styles for musical theater including: fundamental performance skills, exercises in body awareness, and principles of choreography for musical theater pieces. Students address the process of creating a character through movement and develop audition and rehearsal techniques through in-class work and out-of-class assignments. This course includes a survey of the history of dance in musical theater.
Notes: May be taken twice for credit.
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DANC 3001:Musical Theater Dance: Styles II 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DANC 3000 or permission of the instructor.
This course offers advanced study of a selected musical theater dance style, including a history of the form and its major choreographers.
Notes: This course may be repeated for credit more than once provided the course content differs from the previous offering.
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DANC 3100:Ballet I: Classical Dance Technique 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: TPS 1107 , ART 1107 or MUSI 1107
Students explore the principles and art of classical ballet through correct alignment, flexibility, balance and kinesthetic awareness. Fundamental barre exercises, center work, traveling steps and vocabulary are introduced. Students learn to apply techniques of moving gracefully through space while acquiring an understanding and appreciation of ballet as an art form and its place in contemporary musical theater.
Notes: May be taken twice for credit.
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DANC 3110:Ballet II: Classical Dance Technique 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DANC 3100 or permission of the instructor.
Students will acquire complex motor skills, intermediate and advanced classical ballet techniques and knowledge appropriate for successful participation in classical ballet performance. Multiple turns and beats are explored, along with beginning pointe work in some cases, as well as petite allegro and grand allegro combinations.
Notes: May be taken twice for credit.
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DANC 3120:Ballet III: Classical Dance Technique 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DANC 3110 or permission of the instructor.
This is an intermediate-advanced level ballet technique course for advanced dancers. Students will continue developing complex motor skills with multiple turns and beats, as well as musicality in classical ballet technique. Female dancers will work en pointe and male dancers will work on men’s combinations.
Notes: May be taken twice for credit.
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DANC 3130:Ballet IV: Classical Dance Technique 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DANC 3120 or permission of the instructor.
This is an advanced ballet technique course for pre-professional dancers. Emphasis is placed on complex movement sequences, ensemble awareness, classical repertory, advanced pointe technique and men’s combinations.
Notes: May be taken four times for credit.
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DANC 3200:Jazz Dance: Styles I 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 1101
Students explore the principles and art of jazz dance through correct alignment, body control, flexibility, weight shift and rhythmic control. Center work, stretching, isolations, extensions, turns, jumps, simple combinations and vocabulary are introduced. Students learn to apply techniques of defined traveling movements in a range of dynamic and changing rhythms while acquiring an understanding and appreciation of jazz dance as an art form.
Notes: May be taken twice for credit.
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DANC 3210:Jazz Dance: Styles II 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DANC 3200 or permission of the instructor.
Students acquire complex motor skills, intermediate and advanced techniques and knowledge appropriate for the successful participation in jazz dance performance. Multiple simultaneous isolations, contracted falls and turning jumps are explored, along with movement combinations of 64 beats and longer.
Notes: May be taken twice for credit.
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DANC 3220:Jazz Dance: Styles III 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DANC 3210 or permission of the instructor.
This is an intermediate-advanced jazz technique course for the advanced dancers. Emphasis is placed on learning complex and challenging combinations with correct body placement and balance. Students will continue developing their motor skills, jazz dance techniques, musically and artistry.
Notes: May be taken twice for credit.
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DANC 3230:Jazz Dance: Style IV 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DANC 3220 or permission of the instructor.
This is an advanced jazz technique course for pre-professional dancers. Emphasis is placed on continuing to develop advanced level performance techniques and learning technically, musically and artistically challenging combinations as well as professional repertory.
Notes: May be taken four times for credit.
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DANC 3300:Modern Dance I: Contemporary Dance Technique 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 1101
Students explore the principles and art of modern dance through correct alignment, endurance, strength, flexibility, balance and kinesthetic awareness. Fundamental barre exercises, center work, traveling steps and vocabulary are introduced. Students learn to apply techniques of moving gracefully through space while acquiring an understanding and appreciation of modern dance as an art form.
Notes: May be taken twice for credit.
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DANC 3310:Modern Dance II: Contemporary Dance Techniques 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DANC 3300 or permission of the instructor
Students acquire complex motor skills, intermediate and advanced movement techniques and knowledge appropriate for the successful participation in modern dance performance. Standing falls, extended off-center balances, and turning jumps are explored, along with movement combinations of 64 beats and longer.
Notes: May be taken twice for credit.
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DANC 3320:Modern Dance III: Contemporary Dance Technique 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DANC 3310 or permission of the instructor.
This is an intermediate-advanced modern technique course for advanced dancers. Students will continue to develop neuromuscular coordination, correct alignment, body placement and balance. Students will also continue to develop proficiency in one or more movement styles and learn intermediate-advanced level repertory.
Notes: May be taken twice for credit.
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DANC 3330:Modern Dance IV: Contemporary Dance Technique 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DANC 3320 or permission of the instructor.
This is an advanced modern technique course for the pre-professional dancer. Emphasis is placed on developing complex neuromuscular coordination, correct alignment, body placement and balance. Students will be expected to develop proficiency in multiple movement styles and learn advanced repertory.
Notes: May be taken four times for credit.
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DANC 3398:Internship 1-3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Permission of the director of dance.
A supervised, credit-earning work experience of one academic semester with a previously approved professional dance or theater company, dance studio, art agency or government agency serving the arts.
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DANC 3500:Pas de Deux/Pointe 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DANC 3100 or permission of the instructor.
This course develops a student’s partnering skills in dance through increased technical development and the learning of classical repertory. A portion of this course focuses on the development of pointe technique for women and classical variations for men. This course is designed to develop the advanced-intermediate level dance student’s ability to transfer classical ballet skills into partnered pas de deux work.
Notes: May be taken twice for credit
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DANC 3550:Choreography I 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Two 3000-level DANC classes or permission of the instructor.
This course introduces dance choreography including improvisational techniques and choreographic devices appropriate for the concert stage.
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DANC 3600:Dance Improvisation 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 1101
In this course, students will creatively discover and investigate the body’s potential to move without preconception. Through a variety of movement stimulation exercises students are encouraged to develop their inner creativity and explore movement invention.
Notes: May be taken twice for credit.
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DANC 3700:Body Conditioning and Somatics 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 1101
This course offers the study of a variety of physical conditioning methods such as yoga and pilates combined with injury prevention techniques that promote physical efficiency and physical development of the body.
Notes: May be taken twice for credit.
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DANC 4010:Dance History II 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DANC 2000
A historical study of prevalent twentieth-century dance forms and their development. Socio-cultural influences in dance and the contributions of individual artists is investigated and researched. A portion of this course studies the history of dance in world cultures and global trends in the development of dance as an art form.
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DANC 4100:Dance Kinesiology 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DANC 2000
A study of the science of the human body, its anatomy and movement physics.
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DANC 4200:Analysis and Criticism of Dance 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DANC 2000
Students develop analytical and critical skills in dance through an understanding of core dance principles, developing refined observation skills, and the study of dance journalism.
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DANC 4300:Dance Pedagogy 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DANC 2000 and ENGL 1102
Students study the philosophical and practical principles associated with the teaching of dance as an art form. Through practical application of theoretical learning objectives, students learn to identify and work conceptually from core principles in technique and pedagogy.
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DANC 4400:Directed Study 1-3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair.
Selected topics of an advanced nature, which may include original research projects.
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DANC 4490:Special Topics 1-3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair.
Topics of an special interest to students and faculty.
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DANC 4500:Choreography II 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Two 3000-level DANC classes or permission of the instructor.
This course introduces dance choreography including improvisational techniques and choreographic devices appropriate for the concert stage, musical theater, children’s theater or educational theater.
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DANC 4800:Senior Seminar 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DANC 4010 or permission of the director of dance.
This course evaluates the students understanding of practical, aesthetic, and critical issues in dance as an art form in contemporary society. Students discuss theoretical principles used by contemporary artists that support the application of contemporary principles in the field of dance.
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DANC 4900:Senior Project 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DANC 4010 and 90 credit hours.
Students produce a creative work based on a research project that results in a public performance.
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Digital Writing and Media Arts |
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DWMA 2050:Digital Collaboration 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102
This course focuses on theories of collaboration and the use of digital tools to write, revise and design professional, collaborative materials in interactive work teams for digital spaces. It introduces students to the processes and practices of collaboration that help them participate as strong leaders and strategists on teams in personal, academic and professional settings. Students create experiential and on-line community engagement projects grounded in real-world contexts.
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DWMA 3430:Visual Design I for Content Creators 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: TCID 2170
This course is an introduction for content developers and information designers to the fundamental elements and principles of visual design in digital environments and the application of these concepts to user interfaces and information graphics. Students study elementary color theory and typography in addition to an introduction to production techniques and current software applications.
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DWMA 4430:Visual Design II for Content Creators 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: DWMA 3430
This course further examines the role of visual design for digital content creators and information designers. Students develop competency with visual design through completion of practical projects that use typography, photographs, illustrations, and information graphics. Projects focus on the interplay between text and image as it relates to various digital media.
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Early Childhood Education |
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ECE 2205:Organization and Administration of Early Childhood Programs 3 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: EDUC 2110
In this course candidates identify high-quality administrative and programming practices for young children’s programs, evaluate the effectiveness of early care, learn administration practices through a 15-hour observation experience in a child care center, and develop a resource portfolio useful to early care and education administration. Additionally, candidates demonstrate knowledge of appropriate child behavior guidance strategies by developing a guidance plan.
Notes: A criminal background check is required of candidates prior to the observation.
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ECE 2220:Practicum 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Approval of the director of the Center for Education Placements and Partnerships, advisor, and department chair.
A practicum in a classroom during which the student will be actively involved in the teaching-learning process under the guidance of a professional teacher.
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ECE 2250:Child Development and Early Learning 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 with a “C” or better
This course addresses theories of human development from conception to middle childhood (age eleven years) with attention to the social, emotional, physical and cognitive domains. Issues relating to family, diversity, and culture will be addressed as they relate to development and supporting children’s learning. Candidates will also explore effective learning environments, health, safety & nutrition for children. Observations in natural settings will be required.
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ECE 2540:Health, Wellness and the Young Child 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 with a “C” or better
This course is designed to provide teacher candidates with opportunities to understand the importance of a healthy and safe environment for young children. Issues include infectious disease control, injury and accident prevention, chronic health care conditions and illnesses, child abuse and neglect, and proper meal planning and nutrition. Upon successful completion of this course, teacher candidates will be awarded certification in Basic First Aid and CPR for infants and young children.
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ECE 2590:Families, Communities and Schools: Partners in Education 3 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 with a “C” or better
This course analyzes family, school, and community resources as related to the family life cycle; explores environmental approaches; and explores careers related to children and families. Strategies to improve communication and collaboration are emphasized with a focus on family types, cultures, languages, economic conditions, school systems, community services, political forces, advocacy groups, and other factors that impact young children and their families. Fifteen hours of service learning at an approved site is required.
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ECE 3305:Classroom Assessment for Elementary Teachers 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ECE 3320 , ECE 3313 , ECE 4408 (“C” or higher), and INED 4482 Corequisite: ECE 4409, ECE 3330, INED 3304, INED 4483
This course examines purposes, principles and uses of assessment in relation to instructional decision making in the elementary classroom.
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ECE 3313:Preschool Curriculum and Assessment 3 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education program
In this course candidates design and implement developmentally appropriate, standards-based curriculum and lessons for preschool children; practice developmentally appropriate screening and assessment with preschool children; and describe effective techniques for working with young children with challenging behaviors. A 30-hour field experience required. Candidates must pass the College of Education’s mandatory background check and a mandatory state Bright from the Start criminal background check prior to beginning field experience.
Notes: Verification of professional liability insurance is required prior to placement in the field experience.
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ECE 3320:Teaching Reading and Writing in the Elementary Grades PK-2 3 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education program, EDUC 2130 Corequisite: ECE 3313, ECE 4408, INED 4482
This course emphasizes research-based strategies for instruction in reading, writing, listening, and speaking in preschool to second grade. Culturally responsive and developmentally appropriate literature contextualizes classroom experiences in lesson planning, literacy instruction, and assessment. This course includes multiple theoretical perspectives and approaches to literacy instruction as well as media and extensive field experience to enhance learning.
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ECE 3330:Teaching Reading and Writing in the Elementary Grades 3-5 3 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ECE 3320 , ECE 3313 and ECE 4408 (“C” or higher) Corequisite: ECE 3305
The relationship of reading, writing, speaking, and listening is studied in the context of the diverse elementary classroom, grades 3-5. Assessment, instruction, management, and differentiation of reading comprehension and writing composition are stressed as well as the incorporation of technology to support and extend literacy skills for all learners.
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ECE 3340:Diagnosis and Application of Literacy Instruction in the Early Childhood Classroom 3 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education program, ECE 3320 ; ECE 3330
This course is the study and application of diagnostic and instructional activities for the pre-service elementary and early childhood classroom teacher. It includes both formal and informal diagnosis, interpretation of formal and informal tests results, planning and implementation of instructional actions, application of literacy diagnosis across the curriculum, and diagnosis of the classroom literacy environments and instruction. Includes a 20 hour field experience.
Notes: Proof of liability insurance and background check are required for placement.
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ECE 3360:Reading, Process Writing, and Language Arts, K-5 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education and ECE 3320
The relationship among reading, writing, speaking, listening, and viewing is studied in the context of national and state K-5 standards. Context area reading and writing are taught within a text-based instructional framework. The course will ensure that candidates understand language development, the transition from learning to read to reading to learn, the connection between reading and writing, the process approach to writing instruction, and the use of technology to extend and support literacy.
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ECE 3364:Children’s Literature 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education program
This course is a survey of literature appropriate for infants through kindergarten and early grade readers. It reviews both current and traditional works in several genres and considers various approaches for teaching such literature.
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ECE 3398:Internship 1-12 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Permission of the director of the Center for Education Placements and Partnerships, advisor, and department chair.
This course is comprised of a supervised teaching experience for teachers seeking certification renewal credit.
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ECE 3410:Human Reproduction, Perinatal Development, Health, Safety, and Nutrition 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the Birth through Kindergarten Teacher Education Program. Corequisite: ECE 3405 and ECE 3420
Students will learn about human reproduction, the effects of heredity and environment upon fertility, conception, and prenatal development. They will study development from conception to birth, the stages of pregnancy, prenatal health care, the birth process, and associated risk factors. They will learn the importance and effects of maternal attachment, bonding, and nursing. They will study the newborn’s amazing capabilities, the importance of effective care, the nutritional needs of mother and child, infectious disease control, and consider safety issues.
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ECE 3415:Infants: Stages of Growth and Development & Developmentally Appropriate Care and Activities 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the Birth through Kindergarten Teacher Education Program. Corequisite: ECE 3410, ECE 3420.
This course provides students with an understanding of the importance of infant development from birth to eighteen months of age. Students will study the dramatic physical, sensorial, emotional, and cognitive growth that occurs during each stage of development. They will learn to create supportive environments and to use appropriate materials, activities, and methods of care and education that can enhance the important developmental periods that children experience from birth to 18 months of age.
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ECE 3420:Observation and Supervised Practice Teaching - Infants 1 Class Hours 7 Laboratory Hours 5 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the Birth through Kindergarten Teacher Education Program. Corequisite: ECE 3410, ECE 3415.
Teacher candidates will learn to develop, plan, and implement strategies for the care and education of infants from birth to 18 months of age. Candidates will teach under the supervision of childcare professionals and a university faculty. Candidates will develop skills in the application of developmentally appropriate practices with infants. Candidates will meet with a university supervisor each week to review planning and teaching strategies and to discuss their concerns. Verification of professional liability insurance is required prior to placement in the teaching experience.
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ECE 3435:Toddlers: Stages of Growth and Development & Developmentally Appropriate Care and Activities 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the Birth through Kindergarten Teacher Education Program. Corequisite: ECE 3445.
Students will develop an understanding of the importance of infant development from eighteen months to three years of age. Students will learn to identify and support the important physical, sensorial, emotional, language, and cognitive growth that take place during each stage of development. They will learn how to enhance that development through the creation of supportive environments and through the application of developmentally appropriate activities, methods, and materials.
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ECE 3445:Observation and Supervised Practice Teaching - Toddlers 1 Class Hours 7 Laboratory Hours 5 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the Birth through Kindergarten Teacher Education Program. Corequisite: ECE 3435.
Teacher candidates will learn to develop, plan, and implement strategies for the care and education of toddlers from 18 months to 3 years of age. Candidates will teach under the supervision of child care professionals and university faculty. Candidates will develop skills in the application of developmentally appropriate practices with toddlers. Candidates will meet with a university supervisor each week to review planning and teaching strategies and to discuss their concerns. Verification of professional liability insurance is required prior to placement in the teaching experience.
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ECE 3510:Fostering Young Children’s Learning Through Play 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education program
This course is designed to provide teacher candidates with the knowledge and understanding of children’s play in a variety of settings. A review of play theories as well as a historical approach to play is presented. Teacher candidates have the opportunity to explore the relationship of play to curriculum development and assessment. Issues regarding gender, culture, second language acquisition, socioeconomic status, stress and personality types are discussed in relationship to play.
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ECE 3520:Infant and Toddler Curriculum and Assessment 2 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education program
In this course candidates design and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and assessment for infants and toddlers through an intensive 30-hour field experience in a child care center with infants and toddlers. Candidates also utilize developmentally appropriate practices for all infants, toddlers and very young children, including those with cultural and language differences and/or special needs. Criminal records check from certified backgrounds and Bright from the Start are required prior to field experience.
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