Art

This course presents the biological and evolutionary history of humans. Basic concepts of evolutionary theory, human genetics, human biological adaptation and diversity, and the hominid fossil record are explored. It includes the behavior and ecology of living non-human primates.

This course examines the cultural evolution of humans in a cross-cultural perspective. It includes the study of kinship, marriage, family, political and economic organization, the arts, and the individual in society. It covers the historical background of development of the discipline, research methods, and concepts proposed by various schools of anthropological thought.

This course introduces economic theory and its relevance to daily life in a market economy. Topics include scarcity, supply and demand, choice, economic growth, taxation, and the role of government in the economy. Attention is given to current economic issues and their impact upon everyday life.

This course introduces the nature and study of history, and covers the emergence and development of Eurasian civilization to about 1500 A.D. in the Near East, India, China, Europe, theWestern Hemisphere, and Africa. Attention is given to religion in these civilizations and on the rise of theWest to a position of world power during the Middle Ages.

This course is concerned with civilizations and their influences on each other in the modern world. It traces the rise of theWest to a position of world dominance and its impact on non-Western societies. Emphasis is placed on the major forces that have shaped the contemporary world - industrialization, urbanization, nationalism, militarism, imperialism, democracy, and communism.

This course introduces the discipline of political science through the study of American government. Topics include the concept of the political system, democracy in theory and practice, the historical background and content of the Constitution, Federalism, and the role of the Supreme Court in civil rights. It stresses these aspects of the American political system: public opinion, voting behavior, the electoral system, political parties, and modern campaigning techniques.

This course introduces the many and varied facets of psychology. Emphasis is on interactions of individuals in their cultural, social, and economic environments as determined by their cognitive, behavioral, and emotional experiences and training.

This course gives an understanding of and a feeling for the society in which we live. The concepts and theories discussed relate to humanity, its culture and society, and to those forces that contribute to the smooth operation of this society as well as those forces that contribute to conflict and social problems. Topics include culture, socialization, stratification, population, and patterns of social organization.

A study of human anatomy with emphasis on the integration of form and function. The structure of each region of the body is considered systematically. The laboratory session will include student's own drawings of anatomical structures and some laboratory dissection. This course includes written assignments and is especially suitable for students interested in the arts.

This course increases appreciation and interest in human interaction with other organisms and with the physical environment. Topics include basic ecological concepts as well as human impact on the earth with an emphasis on selected environmental problems (i.e. natural resource use, pollution, wildlife conservation, agriculture, hazardous waste etc.). The laboratory component supplements lecture topics by providing practical experiences. Field experiences are required.

This course introduces the concepts of light and optics. Topics include the historical development of optical instruments, electromagnetic spectrum, lenses and image formation, light-sensitive materials and processes, color filters, Kirlean imaging, and holography. Examples are chosen from a variety of fields, including photography, human vision, and nature.

This course introduces probability and statistics. Topics include graphs, tables, frequency distributions, measures of central tendency and dispersion, normal distribution, correlation and regression, probability, and inferential statistics. This course is available in two formats: lecture only, or lecture plus laboratory using technology. Prerequisite: An appropriate placement test result or MA045 Basic Math Skills or MA050 Introductory Mathematics.

This course introduces intermediate algebra-level knowledge and skills. Topics include exponents and radicals, polynomial and rational expressions, functions and relations and their graphs, inequalities, and systems of linear equations. Linear, quadratic, rational, and radical equations are solved. Applications are included. Prerequisite: An appropriate placement test result or MA045 Basic Math Skills or MA050 Introductory Mathematics.

This course is a survey of mathematics for students in those programs that do not require a mathematics sequence. It provides an appreciation of mathematical ideas in historical and modern settings. Topics include problem solving, logic, geometry, statistics, and consumer mathematics. Prerequisite: An appropriate placement test result or MA045 Basic Math Skills or MA050 Introductory Mathematics.

This course emphasizes conceptual understanding and practical applications of logic, sets, probability, matrices, and linear programming. Prerequisite: An appropriate placement test result or MA108 Concepts in Mathematics.

This course presents the biological and evolutionary history of humans. Basic concepts of evolutionary theory, human genetics, human biological adaptation and diversity, and the hominid fossil record are explored. It includes the behavior and ecology of living non-human primates.

This course examines the cultural evolution of humans in a cross-cultural perspective. It includes the study of kinship, marriage, family, political and economic organization, the arts, and the individual in society. It covers the historical background of development of the discipline, research methods, and concepts proposed by various schools of anthropological thought.

This course introduces economic theory and its relevance to daily life in a market economy. Topics include scarcity, supply and demand, choice, economic growth, taxation, and the role of government in the economy. Attention is given to current economic issues and their impact upon everyday life.

This course introduces the nature and study of history, and covers the emergence and development of Eurasian civilization to about 1500 A.D. in the Near East, India, China, Europe, theWestern Hemisphere, and Africa. Attention is given to religion in these civilizations and on the rise of theWest to a position of world power during the Middle Ages.

This course is concerned with civilizations and their influences on each other in the modern world. It traces the rise of theWest to a position of world dominance and its impact on non-Western societies. Emphasis is placed on the major forces that have shaped the contemporary world - industrialization, urbanization, nationalism, militarism, imperialism, democracy, and communism.

This course introduces the discipline of political science through the study of American government. Topics include the concept of the political system, democracy in theory and practice, the historical background and content of the Constitution, Federalism, and the role of the Supreme Court in civil rights. It stresses these aspects of the American political system: public opinion, voting behavior, the electoral system, political parties, and modern campaigning techniques.

This course introduces the many and varied facets of psychology. Emphasis is on interactions of individuals in their cultural, social, and economic environments as determined by their cognitive, behavioral, and emotional experiences and training.

This course gives an understanding of and a feeling for the society in which we live. The concepts and theories discussed relate to humanity, its culture and society, and to those forces that contribute to the smooth operation of this society as well as those forces that contribute to conflict and social problems. Topics include culture, socialization, stratification, population, and patterns of social organization.

This course introduces sculpture through the figure, using a variety of traditional and modern techniques. Topics include the elements of structure, mass, volume, anatomy, and proportion, as they combine to give form and meaning. These principles are fundamental to improving form conception in drawing, painting, and sculpture. This course provides an introduction to armature building, water clay techniques, and mold-making. Prerequisite: FA108 Three-Dimensional Design. Studio laboratory fee: $35

This course further develops the visual vocabulary of general drawing. Emphasis is on the use of the basic elements of design such as composition, space, scale, and form resolution in various narrative and serial conceptual modes. Relying less on formal solutions to problems, classroom work focuses on the development of a relationship between form and content. A variety of materials and techniques re explored through projects that reference historical and contemporary approaches. Studio laboratory fee: $20

This course provides an introduction to the technique of the oil painting medium and approaches to color mixing. Emphasis is given to the painting from the observed subject. A variety of subjects and techniques are explored through projects that reference historical and contemporary approaches. Prerequisite: FA106 Color Theory. Studio laboratory fee: $20

This course introduces traditional relief printmaking techniques such as wood engraving, wood cut, color reduction, and multiple plate relief printing. Other printmaking processes such as intaglio and monotype are also investigated. Emphasis is placed on techniques, and then expanded to subject matter and content. Studio laboratory fee: $35

This course explores the basic principles of Wheel Thrown Pottery: centering clay, fundamentals of clay bodies, hand building skills, kiln firing, and glazing. Studio projects approach these principles through the study and practice of proportion, scale, pattern, texture, and color, as well as exploration of the expressive qualities of clay and throwing technique. Slide lectures relate these concepts to historical and contemporary ceramic form making. Prerequisite: FA108 Three-Dimensional Design. Studio laboratory fee: $50

This course is welded steel sculpture covers volumetric linear, spatial, kinetic, biomorphic, and geometric issues. Basic cutting and joining of oxyacetylene and electric are techniques are used. Classroom work focuses initially on techniques, and then derived meaning of subject matter as it relates to materials and content. Studio laboratory fee: $50

This course expands on the concepts introduced in FA209 Painting 1. Oil painting techniques are further explored through course projects. Emphasis is given to the painting from the observed subject and then expanded to content and technique. Prerequisite: FA209 Painting 1. Studio laboratory fee: $20

This course is an exploration of space, mass, volume, and surface, using clay as a medium and employing various firing techniques. It pursues development of expressive ideas through the use of formal elements. Slide lectures connect these concepts to historical and contemporary ceramic form making. Prerequisite: FA108 Three-Dimensional Design. Studio laboratory fee: $50

This course introduces a selection of intaglio processes such as etching, dry point, mezzotint, and aquatint. In addition, the principles of some other printmaking techniques and practices are covered. The traditional approach of making multiple originals is investigated. Studio laboratory fee: $35

This course introduces the techniques and materials used in jewelry making. Five specific projects involving forging, filing, sawing, lost wax casing, and basic stone setting develop appreciation of the three-dimensional aspects of jewelry design and fabrication. Prerequisite: FA108 Three-Dimensional Design

This course introduces photography and the photograph as a medium of the graphic communicator. It covers photographic principles and procedures, including how to operate a 35mm adjustable camera, develop black-and-white film,make contact prints, and enlargements.The aesthetics of the photograph, and its use as a medium of graphic communications, is emphasized.

This course introduces the field of computer-aided photographic imaging. It explores the aesthetic potentials of computer imaging through with software programs, including PhotoStyler, Photoshop, and Pagemaker. It provides the opportunity to develop effective skills in the use of computer-based imagery and digital media. It strikes a balance between the stimulation of creativity and the acquisition of technical knowledge.