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SX - 170 Fitness Leadership Credits: 3
Examines techniques, progressions, and safety considerations within group fitness and personal training. Students will learn practical skills necessary to lead group and individual fitness programs including music selection, choreography, exercise selection, cuing, and program management. Students will also learn the scientific theory, regulatory organizations, and legal concerns surrounding fitness leadership in preparation professional certification and employment. Lecture 3 hours.
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SX - 220 Tactical Fitness Training Credits: 3
Cross-listed with CJ 220 .
Applies current scientific knowledge to safely and effectively physically train tactical athletes, including military, emergency, and law enforcement personnel. Students will learn physical assessments, designing and executing of safe and effective fitness programs, as well as general information regarding nutrition. Course recommended for students interested in training tactical athletes, and will prepare them for professional certification and employment.
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SX - 249 Nutrition in Human Activity Credits: 3
A study of the nutritional needs of the body in relationship to health, exercise, and sports performance. The roles of macronutrients, micronutrients, and common supplements in health and performance will be studied. The lecture content of this course is the same as SX 250 . SX majors and those who have taken SX 250 may not take this course. Lecture 3 hours.
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SX - 250 Nutrition for Sport and Exercise Credits: 4
A study of the nutrition, bioenergetics, and endocrine regulation of the body in relationship to health, exercise, and sports performance. The roles of macronutrients, micronutrients, and common supplements will be examined for their role in health and performance. The study of bioenergetics in the laboratory includes indirect calorimetry and physiologic assessments. Lecture 3 hours, lab 3 hours. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): BI 151 or permission of the instructor
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SX - 265 Introduction to Sport Science Credits: 3
Develops students’ understanding of the practical methods and scientific theories within sport science including exercise selection, foundational movement skills, and exercise programming. Students learn to effectively teach exercise techniques; adapt programs to skill, ability, and injury; and utilize plyometric, spring technique, Olympic lifting, and agility training methods for athlete development. Lecture 3 hours.
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SX - 285 Research and Statistics in Exercise Physiology Credits: 4
Prepares students to read, understand, and produce research. This course will develop competency in research interpretation in the fields of health, sport, and exercise physiology including research design, assessment techniques, and data analysis. For a final project, students will design, conduct, and write a research paper in the standard scientific style. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): BI 151 or permission of the instructor
Co-requisite: Must register for SX-285L
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SX - 320 Motor Learning Credits: 3
Cross-listed with PS 320 .
Introduces the field of motor learning. The focus is toward skill acquisition with primary consideration given to the learning of skills and the effectiveness of various instructional strategies based on the physical, physiological, and psychological factors that influence skill learning. Students will apply the principles of motor learning to coaching, fitness, teaching, and rehabilitation. Lecture 3 hours.
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SX - 362 Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription Credits: 4
A course in which the student learns to (1) assess a client’s level of fitness for physical activity, (2) assist in setting and reaching attainable goals, and (3) design a program of activities appropriate to reaching those goals. Lecture and laboratory portions of the course present theoretical foundations and provide guided practice on volunteer clients to attain the skills of the course. Lecture 3 hours, lab 3 hours. Course fee.
Co-requisite: Must register for SX362L
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SX - 365 Advanced Sports Performance Credits: 3
A continuation of the study of strength and conditioning and sports performance programming. This course will emphasize: 1) the programming and coaching of Olympic lifts and their derivatives for the development of explosive power, 2) aerobic endurance training based upon physiologic measures including lactate and heart rate, 3) preparation for certification as a strength and conditioning coach. Lecture 3 hours.
Co- or Prerequisite: SX 265
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SX - 370 Biomechanics Credits: 4
The mechanics of human motion with an emphasis on sport and fitness. Students learn anatomical kinesiology, kinetic and dynamic physics, including linear and angular velocity, acceleration, momentum, torque, power, and work. These principles will be applied to human motions including static balance, locomotion, and object manipulation. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): BI 355 or permission of the instructor
Co-requisite: Must register for SX-370L
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SX - 375 Injury Prevention and Care Credits: 4
The modes and mechanisms of injury and infection related to activities in athletics, conditioning, and fitness programs. The focus of the course is prevention, with some approaches to injury care appropriate to the exercise physiologist. Lecture 3 hours, lab 3 hours. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): BI 355 /BI 356 or BI 263 /BI 264 or permission of the instructor
Co-requisite: Must register for SX-375L
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SX - 390 Internship Credits: 3
Designed to develop a meaningful field experience in a career field related to sport and exercise physiology. Students learn to relate the theoretical foundations learned in the classroom and laboratory to application in the professional world. Limited to junior and senior students in the Sport and Exercise Physiology major. Field experience of 135 to 150 hours is required for three credits.
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SX - 400 Current Topics Credits: 3
Investigation of a topic of current interest in sport and exercise physiology. The topic is determined before the course begins by the interest of students and faculty. Classes consist of lectures, discussions, review of papers, and/or presentations by students. Admission by permission of instructor.
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SX - 461 Research Credits: 4
Student research in a specific area of sport and exercise physiology. The student is responsible for developing and completing an experimental research project of professional quality and concluding with a presentation in standard scientific format. Regular discussions with the research mentor and other project personnel are required. A minimum time commitment of 6 hours per week is expected. Admission by permission of instructor. Course fee.
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SX - 462 Research Credits: 4
Student research in a specific area of sport and exercise physiology. The student is responsible for developing and completing an experimental research project of professional quality and concluding with a presentation in standard scientific format. Regular discussions with the research mentor and other project personnel are required. A minimum time commitment of 6 hours per week is expected.
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SX - 465 Exercise Physiology Credits: 4
A study of the long-term and short-term adaptive response of the human body in response to the stress of physical exercise and training. Energy production, cardiovascular, respiratory, muscular, neural, and hormonal systems are the principal focus of the course. Lecture 3 hours, lab 3 hours. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): BI 355 /BI 356 or BI 263 /BI 264 or permission of the instructor
Co-requisite: Must register for SX-465L
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SX - 470 Advanced Exercise Programming Credits: 4
A course which integrates the student’s understanding of exercise programming for a wide range of client populations. Students will prepare for board certification as exercise physiologists by the American Society of Exercise Physiologists through a combination of lecture, practical exam participation, participation in mock interviews, and preparation of a professional portfolio. Lecture 3 hours, lab 3 hours. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): SX 362 and senior standing
Co-requisite: Must register for SX-470L
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SX - 480 Advanced Biomechanics Credits: 4
A course in which the student applies fundamental concepts and principles of biomechanics to (1) examine the methods used to collect and analyze 2D and 3D biomechanical data, (2) interpret biomechanical data to answer questions related to the study of human movement, and (3) critically analyze biomechanical research. Lecture 3 hours, lab 3 hours. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): SX 370 or permission of the instructor
Co-requisite: Must register for SX-480L
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SX - 485 Health, Fitness and Society Credits: 3
A course which examines the apparent disconnect between our fitness and sport-focused culture and the reality of the sedentary American lifestyle. Topics include body image, eating and exercise disorders, and the social psychology behind health and fitness trends. Students will study how to effect a positive change in families, workplaces, and communities with health and fitness interventions. Lecture 3 hours.
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SX - 499 Independent Study Credits: 3
An independent investigation of an area of sport and exercise physiology selected by the student in accordance with his or her background and interest, and under the guidance of a faculty member. Library work is required. Limited to qualified juniors and seniors. Admission by permission of the department chair.
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SX - 1011 Exploring Exercise Physiology Credits: 1
An introduction to the development of sport and exercise physiology with emphasis on the wide variety of careers and specializations within the field. Students will be exposed to scientific literature and the concept of evidence-based practice. This course is recommended for first-year Sport and Exercise Physiology majors and those considering the major. Lecture 1 hour.
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SX - 1012 Kinesiology Credits: 1
A comprehensive exploration of human musculoskeletal anatomy and its applications to exercise and sport movements. Electromyography, palpation, model construction, and motion analysis will be used to investigate and reinforce kinesiological concepts. 1 hour lecture, 1 hour lab. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): BI 355 or concurrent enrollment in BI 355 or instructor permission
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SX - 1013 Terminology in Healthcare Credits: 1
Introduces students to the definition, spelling, and pronunciation of technical terminology in anatomy, physiology, medicine, kinesiology, and heath. Students will learn terminology by understanding prefixes, roots, and suffixes commonly used in health care. They will develop the ability to decipher terminology by their knowledge of these word roots. 1 hour lecture.
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Sport Management |
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SS - 100 History and Philosophy of Sport Credits: 3
Examines the history of physical education and sport, beginning with ancient civilization to modern Olympics and professional sport. Social and philosophical influences in sport will be explored.
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SS - 120 Women in Sport Credits: 3
Focuses on the historical perspective of women in sport, their role in society, and the psychological and physiological aspects of women in competition. Current issues impacting women in sport will be explored.
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SS - 150 Introduction to Sport Management Credits: 3
Provides an overview of the sport industry that introduces the student to the basic fundamental knowledge and skill sets required of the sport manager to solve sport business problems. Focus will also be placed on understanding career options in the sport industry and how to prepare for employment.
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SS - 200 Sport Management and Leadership Credits: 3
Examines functional management, strategic planning, leadership style, organizational effectiveness, management ethics, decision making, and career options in sport-related settings.
Prerequisite(s): SS 100 or SS 150 or MG 100 or permission of instructor
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SS - 230 Facility Planning and Event Management Credits: 3
Focuses on the facility master planning process, program of requirements for indoor and outdoor facilities, and design trends. Comprehensive event planning/management for athletic, recreational and special events. Course Fee.
Prerequisite(s): SS 150 or permission of the instructor
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SS - 250 Early Field Experience Credits: 1
A planned field experience that enables a student to explore the role of a professional in a sport setting under the supervision of a work-site supervisor and Sport Management faculty. Students will be required to maintain a daily log, write a report about the experience and complete other projects. A minimum of 45 onsite hours required for each credit hour.
Prerequisite(s): SS 150 and SS 200
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SS - 290 Data-Driven Decision-Making Credits: 3
An introduction to generating and utilizing data to aid in decision-making within the sport organizations.
Prerequisite(s): SS 150 or MG 100 , SS 200 , and MOT/Mathematics
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SS - 300 Global Sport: The DeSales Experience Credits: 3
A concentrated examination of key issues in sport and sport management across the globe. Focal points of the course will include the application of management concepts to a multicultural organization and the sociocultural role of sport across continents.
Prerequisite(s): SS 150 or MG 100
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SS - 330 Sport Marketing and Promotions Credits: 3
An examination and utilization of basic marketing principles to the domain of sport. Topics will include sport products and services, marketing strategies, consumer behavior, research and information management, promotions, positioning and sponsorship.
Prerequisite(s): SS 200 and MK 201
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SS - 335 Principles of Coaching Credits: 3
Provides students with an understanding of athlete development and competitive performance at the youth, interscholastic and intercollegiate levels. Principles in sport psychology, sport pedagogy, sport physiology, and risk management will be applied to facilitate successful coaching. The examination for certification by the American Sport Education Program (ASEP) will be administered to all students in the class.
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SS - 340 Sociological and Psychological Issues In Sport Credits: 3
Examines the contributions of various levels and forms of sport to a culture as well as ways that sociological phenomena influence sport participation. Additionally, psychological factors and principles related to individual athletic performance will be explored.
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SS - 341 Sport and Media Relations Credits: 3
Provides an overview of the mass media industry, including the print, electronic, and broadcast media as they interface with the sport industry.
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SS - 342 Sport Finance and Economics Credits: 3
Analyzes of financial and economic concepts applied to sport environments. Sport enterprises will be viewed as economic systems which must respond to changes in supply, demand, and market trends. Fundraising for various constituencies will also be explored.
Prerequisite(s): AB 217 , SS 200 , and EC 112 or EC 209
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SS - 343 Governance of Sport and Athletic Credits: 3
Explores the governing organizations of sport at the recreational, secondary, intercollegiate, professional, international, sport specific, and Olympic levels. In addition, sport specific governing bodies will be examined.
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SS - 350 Sport Sales Credits: 3
An examination of the sport sales process and the importance of relationship building to create long-term partnerships between sport organizations and their consumers or business partners.
Prerequisite(s): SS 150 or MG 100 , and SS 200 or permission of the instructor
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SS - 400 Legal Issues in Sport Credits: 3
Analyzes issues and cases dealing with risk management, negligence, tort liability, discrimination, equipment and supervision in sport settings. Additionally, antitrust law, collective bargaining agreements, contract and labor law will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): SS 150 or permission of the instructor
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SS - 420 Sport Administration Credits: 3
Focuses on human resource management, motivation, interpersonal communication, staff development and evaluation, budgeting and fiscal management. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): SS 200
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SS - 430 International Sport Tourism: Issues and Impacts Credits: 3
An examination of sport tourism as a phenomenon, sport tourists, and the range of businesses within this industry. Students will investigate international sport tourism organizations, services, analyze issues including: facility/event financing, sport tourism impacts, globalization, with emphasis placed on management implications of sport tourism issues.
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SS - 440 Current Issues and Problems in Sport Management Credits: 3
Examines current research, issues, reform efforts, and trends in Sport Management. Also strategies for job search and career development are discussed.
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SS - 450 Sport Management Internship Credits: 3
A planned field experience outside the classroom supervised by the internship provider. A 12-credit internship requires a minimum of 540 hours, maintaining a daily log, writing a report about the experience, and other projects. The 12-credit requirement may be met through a single course or through two 6-credit internships. Each requires a minimum of 270 on-site hours plus the log, report, and other projects.
Prerequisite(s): SS 200
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SS - 475 Ethics in Sport: Values Seminar Credits: 3
An examination of ethical principles and individual moral development to facilitate an ethical perspective for the future sport manager. Current issues, ethical dilemmas in the sport environment, organizational responsibility and professional ethics will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): TH 109
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SS - 499 Independent Study Credits: 3
Development and implementation of student’s own research and/ or field experience in sport management under the guidance of a faculty member. The student must receive departmental approval of a preliminary proposal before registering for this course.
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Supply Chain Management |
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SU - 301 Supply Chain Management Credits: 3
Exposes students to critical facets of supply chain management, expanding beyond company operations to include supplier, company, and end consumer. Students will learn to understand/manage the integration/coordination of activities within today’s complicated supply chains.
Prerequisite(s): MK 201
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SU - 303 Strategic Procurement and Financial Risk Management Credits: 3
This course covers decisions made regarding a wide range of options depending upon the level of vertical integration employed by an enterprise. This includes negotiation, contract management, and analysis of proposals. Outsourcing of functional and business activities within and outside an enterprise will be explored.
Prerequisite(s): SU 301
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SU - 304 Forecasting, Production and Inventory Planning Credits: 3
Treatment of the principles, models and techniques for the planning, analysis, and design of integrated production control systems. Course topics include forecasting, inventory management, production planning, project scheduling, and materials requirement planning problems with an emphasis on analytical modeling approaches and optimization methods used to obtain their solutions.
Prerequisite(s): SU 301
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SU - 452 Strategic Logistics and Materials Management Seminar Credits: 3
An advanced and integrated course with a focus on active integration of strategic logistics with a deeper exploration of materials management topics. Not recommended for non-majors.
Prerequisite(s): SU 301 and senior standing
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SU - 454 Supply Chain Management Internship Credits: 3
Experiential learning opportunity in the field of supply chain management at an approved setting under professional supervision. Each student should choose a setting related to their personal, professional or vocational interests that will allow them to apply what they are learning in their supply chain management courses. Recommended settings include businesses, nonprofits and government institutions. Permission of the instructor and Career Development Center is required.
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SU - 455 Special Topics in Supply Chain Management Credits: 3
An opportunity to pursue in a structured setting a topic of current interest or specialized focus not available in other supply chain management courses.
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SU - 499 Independent Study Credits: 3
Development and implementation of student’s own research in supply chain management under the guidance of a faculty member. The student must receive departmental approval of a preliminary proposal before registering for this course.
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Television and Film |
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TV - 125 Summer Video Institute Credits: 3
An introduction to the theories and techniques of digital movie making. Working with state-of-the- art technology, students will write, shoot, and edit films of their own creation. Early projects focus on equipment and production techniques.
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TV - 160 TV/Film History and Appreciation Credits: 3
Examines the history of film through weekly screening of classics, readings, and discussions. The goal is to explore how society influences film and ways that film influence society and culture. Students will also learn about the techniques, styles, formats and genres that have developed over the years and how they have influenced modern cinema.
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TV - 225 Basic Studio Production Credits: 3
Presents hands-on training in use of high-definition studio video equipment and the operation of a television studio. Editing techniques for single and three-camera formats will be covered. Each student will direct two live productions (an interview and Sitcom/ Soap Opera). Non-TV/Film Major students who desire access to film/editing equipment must satisfactorily complete this course. Course fee.
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TV - 230 Introduction to Radio Credits: 3
Surveys the medium of radio, focusing on the history and technology of broadcasting and contemporary programming. It also carefully examines the structure of programming, regulations and problems of the contemporary medium, as well as the role it plays in informing and entertaining listeners today.
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TV - 240 Acting for the Camera Credits: 3
Builds on theatre acting skills and adapts them for the camera. Students will become familiar with the single camera and three camera technique used for film and television acting as well as television, film scene analysis, and television studio equipment. Actual film scripts will be used. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TR 210 or TR 211
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TV - 252 Screenwriting Credits: 3
Focuses on introductory techniques regarding writing for the screen. The creative process from the proposal of a script idea to its completed shooting form will be discussed, including concept, characterization and format, with an emphasis on structure. Students will be expected to write multiple short-form screenplays.
Prerequisite(s): TV 160
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TV - 280 Special Topics in TV and Film Credits: 3
An opportunity to pursue in a structured setting a topic of current interest or specialized focus not covered extensively elsewhere in the TV/Film curriculum. Course fee varies by topic.
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TV - 290 Media Literacy Credits: 3
Focuses on the ability to strategically access, analyze, evaluate, and produce communication in a variety of forms from a personal perspective. Through the study of theoretical material, critical review of media artifacts and ethical practices, as well as production exercises, students will investigate ways in which the media shape our perceptions and influence our understanding of social issues and events.
Prerequisite(s): TV 160
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TV - 310 Documentary Credits: 3
This course offers hands-on training in documentary story telling. Students will learn the fundamental skills that go into producing documentaries by researching, writing and producing two short pieces. Through lectures, readings and tests, the course also offers a general view of influential documentary movements from early cinema to the present. A significant portion of the course load happens outside of the classroom. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TV 160 and TV 370
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TV - 320 Production and Distribution Credits: 3
Examines the business side of media production and distribution. Traditional and non-traditional forms of funding and distribution will be discussed including Crowdfunding and Kickstarter Campaigns on Social Media. Students will produce TV commercials, and corporate videos for local businesses.
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TV - 330 Comedy Writing Credits: 3
Requires you to write weekly short comedy sketches based on specific topics. Students will utilize black-outs, call-outs, rule of three, contrast of characters and contrast of time periods. Culminates in writing and producing web series.
Prerequisite(s): TV 160 & TV 252
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TV - 340 Multimedia Credits: 3
Cross-listed with CS 270 .
A study in visual design for time-based media. Focus is placed on computer-based graphics, 2D animation and motion graphics incorporating multimedia elements such as text, graphics, video, and sound. Course fee.
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TV - 350 Advanced Acting for the Camera Credits: 3
Applies the concepts learned in TR 250 Technical Drawing to drafting with Vectorworks and AutoCAD on the computer. Students will learn to draft lighting plots in Vectorworks and 2-dimensional scenery in AutoCAD using industry standard practices. Course fee. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TV 240 , TR 211 or TR 210
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TV - 352 Intermediate Screenwriting Credits: 3
Builds on material learned in TV 252 . Requires writing, rewriting, and workshopping of a complete, 30 page narrative screenplay or the first 30 pages of an original pilot television script. Includes lecture and in-class reading of student work.
Prerequisite(s): TV 252 or permission of Department Chair
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TV - 360 Screendance Credits: 3
Cross-listed with DA 360
An introduction course which explores the possibilities that exist within the hybrid art form. The course will explore the aesthetic, theoretical, historical and cultural representations of the body through images and media. Through the lens, students will be exposed to the practice and creative process of capturing and responding to the body in motion. Course fee.
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TV - 365 American Film and History Credits: 3
An in depth exploration of how American film has reflected and shaped history. Class includes films that have explored morays and values and how each era has redirected film making. Focusing on post WWII through the present, class examines how films create a picture of the American culture.
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TV - 370 Lighting, Sound and Editing Credits: 3
An introduction to crafts of lighting, sound recording and editing and motion picture editing for television and film. This course is designed for a practical exploration of tools, techniques, and styles related to film studio and location production, and software-based postproduction. The focus is on production with bi-weekly video projects. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TV 225
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TV - 371 Sound Techniques Credits: 3
A hands-on course on gathering, treating, mixing, and editing audio. As an essential part of a filmmaker’s skill set, the student will be taught a wide range of technological and aesthetic techniques for digital sound recording.
Prerequisite(s): TV 225
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TV - 373 Editing Credits: 3
An advanced course in editing for the screen. Students will learn sophisticated editing techniques through a combination of classroom lecture and hands-on projects. Students will serve to demonstrate a growing competence in industry-level editing. Avid and Adobe Premiere systems will be used.
Prerequisite(s): TV 370
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TV - 380 Directing I Credits: 3
A hands-on training in the visual audio, and story elements that go into making a non-studio based fictional piece. Students make short films that are critiqued for creativity and technique. Labs include screening films for discussion. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TR 210 , TV 225 , and TV 370
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TV - 392 3D Animation Production I Credits: 3
Cross-listed with CS 392 .
An introduction to animating and texturing using pre-made 3D models. Students will focus on the animation principles and how to technically manipulate them using 3D animation software. No prior knowledge in 3D animation software is necessary. Course fee
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TV - 395 Production Management Credits: 3
Explores the role of a Producer and/or Production Manager on a film set, studio or location to better prepare the student for a future in corporate or independent film making. Emphasis of the Producer’s role during preproduction, production, and postproduction including: budgeting; cast and crew assembly; management; generating and following scene breakdown, call sheets; and the running of a set. Projects generated must be entered in local and international film festivals. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TV 370
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TV - 399 Professional Internship Credits: 3
An internship project designed to provide students with first hand work experience in industry fields of particular interest to them. Regular fieldwork in television/radio/film studios is coupled with tutorial sessions and readings.
Prerequisite(s): TV/Film junior status or permission of the Department Chair
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TV - 400 Advanced Video Institute Credits: 3
Designed to offer students an intermediate approach to digital filmmaking. Students will learn proper framing techniques, sound recording, camera stabilization equipment, and non-linear editing.
Prerequisite(s): TV 125
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TV - 450 Cinematography Credits: 3
A hands-on course that explores intermediate to advanced topics, tools, and techniques of cinematography applied to single-camera digital video production for narrative film and television. Lighting theories and concepts, camera technology and techniques, digital camera workflow, and the principles of composition and visual storytelling are discussed and put into practice. Students will work in various crew positions in camera, grip, and electric departments to shoot both individual and class projects. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TV 370
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TV - 452 Advanced Screenwriting Credits: 3
Builds on material learned in TV 252 and TV 352 . An intensive study and workshop. Students will write a feature length screenplay and/or original pilot television scripts. Completed draft(s) of a screenplay(s) required upon the completion of the class. Includes lecture and in-class reads of student work.
Prerequisite(s): TV 252 and TV 352
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TV - 480 Advanced Directing Credits: 3
Building on the skills learned in Directing I, this course focuses on the development of their visual storytelling skills. Emphasis is placed on communicating and working with actors, dramatic analysis of story and screenplays, preparation and pre-visualization, and using the camera as the primary visual narrator of narrative film and television. Students direct and critique short digital video projects. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TV 380
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TV - 495 Capstone in Film Credits: 3
A challenging capstone course that prepares students for the television and film industry. Creative collaboration is emphasized. Seniors work hands-on as department heads and/or creative leads on short film projects chosen by students and faculty. All phases and workflows of pre-production, single-camera digital production, and post-production are covered. Career skills such as resume writing, producing creative reels, and preparing for interviews are also covered. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TV 380 ; TV 395 orTV 480
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TV - 499 Independent Study Credits: 3
Enables qualified TV/Film majors to initiate, plan, and carry out a private investigation in any area of the electronic media industry. The proposal for such a project must be submitted to a faculty member for approval in the semester prior to the proposed independent study project. Permission of the Department Chair is also required.
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TV - 3831 First-Year Practicum in TV/Film Credits: 1
Practical experience working in all areas of film and television production, scheduling, and management. All TV/Film majors must sign up for this one-credit practicum during their first semester at the University. This first-year practicum teaches the student both camera and editing terminology and basics. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be familiar with shooting and editing as well as producing a personal profile. All TV/Film majors must complete a total of six one-credit practica, including at least one first-year practicum and one senior practicum. Practicum course numbers and sections can be repeated up to a total of six times for credit toward fulfilling graduation requirements. Course fee.
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TV - 3841 Traditional Practicum for TV/Film Majors in Production Management Credits: 1
Practical experience working in all areas of film and television production, scheduling, and management. Students are free to design their own project-based focus or to pursue approved field study/experiential learning opportunity in the local industry. The Traditional Practicum is ordinarily completed between the second semester of the first year and the second semester of junior year. All TV/Film majors must complete a total of six one-credit practica, including at least one first-year practicum and one senior practicum. Practicum course numbers and sections can be repeated up to a total of six times for credit toward fulfilling graduation requirements. Course fee.
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TV - 3851 Senior Practicum for TV/Film Majors In Production Management Credits: 1
All TV/Film majors must sign up for this one-credit practicum as a first-semester senior. This course is designed to prepare seniors for the spring capstone course. Short film projects are pitched and selected by students and faculty. Above the Line (ATL) crew positions for the projects are determined, and pre-production is launched. Focus is on pitching, screenplay development, fundraising, scheduling, casting, and location scouting. Career exploration in film and television is also covered. Course fee.
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TR - 101 Introduction to the Theatre Credits: 3
A survey of the field of theatre. Emphasis will be placed on the reading and detailed analysis of plays - representative works featuring both western and non-western cultures - as the foundation for all creative work in the theatre. In addition, students will be introduced to the forms and modes of drama as well as the contributions of the playwright, actor, director, and designer to play production.
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TR - 102 Training the Speaking Voice Credits: 3
An introductory training to voice production for the actor focusing on the release of the natural voice for free response to creative impulse. Vocal technique is developed through exercises in alignment, respiration, phonation, resonance, and articulation. The course introduces the foundations of vocal anatomy and expands awareness of sound distinction through the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Prerequisite(s): TR 101
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TR - 103 Movement for the Actor Credits: 3
An exploration of the expressive capacity of the actor’s physical instrument. A variety of movement disciplines will be offered to help the actor gain physical awareness, flexibility, alignment, strength, and the overall physical availability necessary for meeting the unique demands of acting. Satisfies the PE activity requirement. Course fee.
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TR - 143 Introduction to Theatre Technology Credits: 3
An introduction to the backstage crafts of theatre production. This lecture and laboratory course is designed to give students experience in backstage and shop safety, production techniques, and the terminology of technical theatre. Half the semester is spent in the scene shop and half is spent in the costume shop. The course requires active participation on two backstage crews for ACT ONE productions. Course fee.
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TR - 210 Fundamental of Acting for Non-Majors Credits: 3
A study of acting as an art and a craft. The course focuses on exercises that help develop the student’s imagination, concentration, relaxation, as well as the physical and vocal instrument. Improvisation, monologue, and scene work are utilized to develop technique and understanding. Not open to students in the musical theatre and acting for the stage and screen tracks in the Theatre major.
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TR - 211 Fundamentals of Acting Credits: 3
A course in the art and craft of acting. The course is designed to free the acting student to behave truthfully under imaginary circumstances and commit fully to the dramatic moment. The work progresses from individual and group exercises to scenes from contemporary texts.
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TR - 212 Intermediate Acting Credits: 3
An intermediate course for the developing actor. This course aims to deepen the actor’s proficiency with the techniques and processes introduced in the Fundamentals course. Students practice a regimen of exercises that establish an expanded foundation upon which to build their craft. This course emphasizes the reality of doing, emotional connection, and scene work which can create performances of genuine quality in any medium.
Prerequisite(s): TR 210 OR TR 211
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TR - 214 Musical Theatre Credits: 3
Practical training and experience in musical theatre performance. This course will focus on the particular challenges that musical theatre presents as distinct from non-musical theatre. Performance techniques will emphasize the skills necessary for successful presentation of a musical number by an actor. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TR 211
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TR - 221 Theatre History and World Cultures I Credits: 3
A global look at the evolution of theatre and performance from early origins in pre-recorded history to the late 16th/early 17th centuries. This course explores how theatre has been created and consumed in diverse settings world wide. Attention will be paid to the trajectory of Western theatre, with special focus given to Eastern, African, and Indigenous forms, examining the cultural, religious, economic, political, and social influences that informed each.
Prerequisite(s): TR 101 or equivalent
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TR - 222 Theatre History and World Cultures II Credits: 3
A global look at the evolution of theatre and performance from the late 16th to mid-20th centuries. This course explores how theatre has been created and consumed in diverse settings world wide. This course explores the Elizabethan era to the Modernist movement in the West and the arrival and trajectory of Western theatre in America, with special focus given to the rise of Post-Colonial Theatre in Africa, Asia, and South American, examining he cultural, religious, economic, political, and social influences that informed each.
Prerequisite(s): TR 101 or equivalent
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TR - 224 History of the Musical Theatre and World Cultures Credits: 3
A survey of the intercultural history of the Musical Theatre from its antecedents in Egyptian, Greek, and Roman theatre. The course examines the cultural, social, and political influences that led to its further development in ballad and comic opera, extravaganzas, minstrel shows, melodrama, vaudeville, and burlesque through its reaching maturing in the twentieth century to become the most popular form of theatre in the twenty-first.
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TR - 226 Costume History Credits: 3
A study of clothing styles from early civilization to the present day with emphasis on research and the creation of a visual reference collection.
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TR - 230 Music Theory for Performing Artists Credits: 3
A course in the fundamentals of music theory curated to best meet the needs of singing actors, choreographers, dancers, designers, film composers, and stage managers. The course emphasizes the major elements of music - melody, rhythm, and form - including scales, intervals, keys, triads, mode, and meter.
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TR - 240 Elements of Design Credits: 3
An introductory study of the concepts, terminologies, and standard practices of creating an artistic composition. Students will combine the elements of design to create imaginative, individual, artistic projects that communicate ideas in a visual format. Course fee.
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TR - 242 Stagecraft Credits: 3
An in-depth look at scenery construction techniques for theatre and film. The course includes instruction in the construction of standard scenic elements, joinery, rigging, and MIG welding techniques. This course builds upon the scenery construction principles introduced in TR 143 . Theoretical and practical work is involved. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TR 143 or permission of instructor
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TR - 246 Scene Painting Credits: 3
A course of instruction in painting techniques for the stage. The classroom experience will include lecture and discussion of theory and practical application of those theories as actual paintings. Projects begun in class will be completed as studio homework. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TR 143 or permission of the instructor
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