2018-2019 Spring Edition 
    
    May 15, 2024  
2018-2019 Spring Edition [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Academic Courses


  

 

Emeritus

  
  • ART 14XA BEGINNING CERAMICS-SLIPCASTING (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 0.5 hour lab
    Theory and history of ceramics as well as basic techniques in ceramic slipcasting, including pouring low fire slip into molds, finishing, carving, underglazes, glazes, and overglaze applications plus firing processes.
    R 99
  
  • ART 14XA BEGINNING CERAMICS-SLIPCASTING (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Theory and history of ceramics as well as basic techniques in ceramic slipcasting, including pouring low fire slip into molds, finishing, carving, underglazes, glazes, and overglaze applications, plus firing processes.
    R 99
  
  • ART 14XB INTERMEDIATE CERAMICS-SLIPCASTING (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 14XA  
    Intermediate level theory and technique in low firing clay to high porcelain slipcasting. Exploration of basic functions, forms, color, glazing and decorative techniques.
    R 99
  
  • ART 14XC ADVANCED CERAMICS-SLIPCASTING (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 14XA  and ART 14XB  
    Advanced ceramic slipcasting techniques including concepts in advanced surface and color in the low fire ceramic process. Advanced glaze concepts,including specialty glazes,advanced use of ceramic forms, and ceramic product development will be emphasized.
    R 99
  
  • ART 14XD ART OF CERAMIC DECORATING (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Theory and application of transparent underglazes, specialty glazes, and advanced decorative techniques. Students’ advanced projects will provide for application of theory and practice of techniques.
    R 99
  
  • ART 20X ART APPRECIATION (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture
    Focuses on the fundamentals and aesthetics of the visual arts, as well as the major developments that shaped the evolution of Western art.
    R 99
  
  • ART 20X ART APPRECIATION (EI)


    0 Unit 2 hours lecture
    Focuses on the fundamentals and aesthetics of the visual arts, as well as the major developments that shaped the evolution of Western art.
    R 99
  
  • ART 25X ART HISTORY (EI)


    0 Unit 2 hours lecture
    Surveys the history of Western art. Focuses on major works and artists of lasting significance from prehistoric to the modern times.
    R 99
  
  • ART 28X CONTEMPORARY ART AND CULTURE (EI)


    0 Unit 2 hours lecture
    Emphasizes 20th century art, culture, and architecture. Explores cultural forces that shaped the arts and how the arts, in turn, shaped diverse cultures.
    R 99
  
  • ART 31XA BEGINNING INTARSIA (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 61XA  
    Traditional and contemporary intarsia techniques to create a variety of landscape, organic and geometric designs with inlaid stones.
    R 99
  
  • ART 31XB INTERMEDIATE INTARSIA (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 31XA  
    Develop a perspective of intarsia by size and color. Advanced methods in pointing and fitting of stone, and channel work.
    R 99
  
  • ART 33XA BEGINNING ENAMELING (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Introductory studio course on basic enameling techniques for the beginner.
    R 99
  
  • ART 33XB INTERMEDIATE ENAMELING (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 33XA  
    A studio course emphasizing traditional and contemporary concepts, processes, and techniques in enameling at an intermediate level.
    R_99
  
  • ART 35XA BEGINNING STAINED GLASS (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Fundamental approach for working with stained glass using the copper-foil and lead came technique, in two and/or three-dimensional projects.
    R 99
  
  • ART 35XB ADVANCED STAINED GLASS (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 35XA  
    Designed to explore the possibilities of working in glass by utilizing the kiln to fuse, tack, and slump objects using tested compatible glass. Create a variety of projects incorporating techniques learned in previous ‘cold glass’ courses.
    R_99
  
  • ART 36XA BEGINNING JEWELRY METAL FABRICATION (EI)


    0 Unit 0.5 hour lecture 1 hour lab
    A studio course with emphasis on the basic techniques involved in making jewelry fabricated for decorative wear.
    R_99
  
  • ART 36XA BEGINNING JEWELRY METAL FABRICATION (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    A studio course emphasizing the concepts, processes and techniques involved in the making of jewelry. Includes demonstration and practice in the design and construction of jewelry fabricated for decorative wear.
    R_99
  
  • ART 36XB INTERMEDIATE JEWELRY METAL FABRICATION (EI)


    0 Unit 0.5 hour lecture 1 hour lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 36XA  
    A studio course with emphasis on the intermediate techniques in the construction of jewelry by metal fabrication.
    R 99
  
  • ART 36XB INTERMEDIATE JEWELRY METAL FABRICATION (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 36XA  
    A studio course introducing intermediate methods, materials, designs and practices in the construction of jewelry by metal fabrication. Necessary tools and types of metals will be discussed.
    R 99
  
  • ART 36XC ADVANCED JEWELRY METAL FABRICATION (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 36XB  
    A studio course offering advanced theory and methods, materials, designs and practices in the construction of complex jewelry by metal fabrication such as adding color to metal. Production methods will be discussed.
    R 99
  
  • ART 41X ART MEDIA STUDIES (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Introduction to art media and related fine arts processes. Traditional and contemporary processes in fine art/mixed media and related processes including drawing, painting, printmaking, collage and assemblage in both two-dimensional and three-dimensional art forms.
    R 99
  
  • ART 50X BEGINNING PAINTING IN OIL/ACRYLIC (EI)


    0 Unit 0.5 hour lecture 1 hour lab
    Includes the basic elements of drawing, color, design and painting as the older adult learns the use of materials and techniques in oil acrylic, and other media. Emphasizes individual style and expression.
    R 99
  
  • ART 50X BEGINNING PAINTING IN OIL/ACRYLIC (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Includes the basic elements of drawing, color, design and painting as the older adult learns the use of materials and techniques in oil, acrylic, and other media. Emphasizes individual style and expression.
    R 99
  
  • ART 51X INTERMEDIATE PAINTING IN OIL/ACRYLIC (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation:ART 50X  
    Designed for students who have some basic knowledge of color, composition and perspective and who wish to improve techniques, develop creativity and use their own resource materials. Introduction of techniques into abstract and non-objective painting in oil, acrylic, and other media.
    R_99
  
  • ART 52X ADVANCED PAINTING IN OIL-ACRYLIC (EI)


    0 Unit 0.5 hour lecture 1 hour lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 51X  
    Designed for students who have basic knowledge of color, composition and perspective and who wish to improve technique, develop creativity and use their own resource materials to produce representational, abstract and non-objective paintings in oil, acrylic, and other media.
    R_99
  
  • ART 52X ADVANCED PAINTING IN OIL-ACRYLIC (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 51X  
    Designed for students who have an intermediate/advanced knowledge of painting, and who wish to continue to sharpen technique and further develop creativity, and style. The use of their own resource materials will be emphasized.
    R 99
  
  • ART 53X PAINTING IN SUBJECT AREAS (EI)


    0 Unit 0.5 hour lecture 1 hour lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 52X  
    Provides theory and demonstration of material and techniques in a variety of subject matter and art mediums. Various exercises in the use of material, composition, perspective, and values.
    R_99
  
  • ART 53X PAINTING IN SUBJECT AREAS (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 52X  
    Provides theory and demonstration of materials, applications, and techniques in a variety of subject matter and art mediums. Various exercises in the use of material, composition, perspective, and value.
    R 99
  
  • ART 54X PORTRAIT PAINTING IN OILS, WATERCOLOR AND PASTELS (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 85X  
    Constructing the human head and features using a variety of painting media. Includes choosing a pose, lighting, as well as props and backgrounds. Demonstrations in oils, watercolors, and/or pastels.
    R_99
  
  • ART 55XA BEGINNING CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Provides an introduction to the techniques of Chinese Brush Painting. Practice traditional subjects including animal, vegetal and landscape motifs. Concepts in design and composition. Traditional mounting of completed paintings.
    R_99
  
  • ART 55XB INTERMEDIATE CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 55XA  
    Develop skills in handling the brush, ink, and color in a wide range of subjects while exploring concepts of design and composition. Explore history and aesthetics of Chinese painting.
    R 99
  
  • ART 56X PASTEL PAINTING (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Traditional and contemporary methods in the use of painting with pastels. The older adult explores a variety of techniques in the pastel medium.
    R_99
  
  • ART 58X BEGINNING WATERCOLOR (EI)


    0 Unit 0.5 hour lecture 1 hour lab
    Basic methods of applying watercolor: washes, color mixing, and brush technique The spontaneity of transparent watercolor will be stressed and explored.
    R 99
  
  • ART 58X BEGINNING WATERCOLOR (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Basic methods of applying watercolor: washes, color mixing, and brush technique. The spontaneity of transparent watercolor will be stressed and explored.
    R_99
  
  • ART 59X INTERMEDIATE-ADVANCED WATERCOLOR (EI)


    0 Unit 0.5 hour lecture 1 hour lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 58X  
    Incorporating color mixing in a broader palette for washes, glazing, and spontaneous interpretation of the subject matter. An emphasis will be placed on individual exploration with the medium.
    R_99
  
  • ART 59X INTERMEDIATE-ADVANCED WATERCOLOR (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 58X  
    Utilizing and incorporating color mixing in a broader palette for washes, glazing, and spontaneous interpretation of the subject matter. An increasing emphasis will be placed on individual exploration with the medium.
    R_99
  
  • ART 61XA BEGINNING LAPIDARY (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Explores the proper usage of lapidary machines for cutting and polishing gemstones: slabsaw, trim saw, grinders, sanders, lapping wheels, polishers, and drills. Methods include how to cut, trim, grind, dop, sand, polish and set gemstones.
    R_99
  
  • ART 61XB INTERMEDIATE LAPIDARY (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 61XA  
    Instruction in cutting and polishing gemstones, channel work and intarsia. Topics include: what makes a gemstone, how they occur, types of gemstone deposits, luster, hardness, toughness, and complex lapidary machines.
    R_99
  
  • ART 70X BEGINNING SCULPTURE (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Introduces sculptural ideas, issues and techniques in clay, wood, and various other media. The student will apply theory and techniques of sculpture in selected materials.
    R_99
  
  • ART 71X INTERMEDIATE SCULPTURE (EI)


    0 Unit 0.5 hour lecture 1 hour lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 70X 
    Includes the creation of sculpture in contemporary as well as historic styles. The optional use of ceramic clay and synthetic modeling materials with emphasis on the human and animal figure.
    R_99
  
  • ART 71X INTERMEDIATE SCULPTURE (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 70X  
    Includes the creation of sculpture in contemporary as well as historic styles. The use of ceramic clay, soft stone, and synthetic modeling materials with emphasis on both the human and animal figure.
    R_99
  
  • ART 80X BEGINNING SKETCHING (EI)


    0 Unit 0.5 hour lecture 1 hour lab
    Basic drawing techniques with emphasis on individual artistic expression. Still life, student model, and location work will be done in the classical media of pencil, charcoal, and pastel.
    R_99
  
  • ART 80X BEGINNING SKETCHING (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Basic drawing techniques with emphasis on individual artistic expression. Still life, student model, and location work will be done in the classical media of pencil, charcoal and pastel.
    R_99
  
  • ART 81X INTERMEDIATE SKETCHING (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: ART 80X  
    Using traditional sketching media in still life, landscape, and figure drawing. Builds upon basic drawing techniques.
    R_99
  
  • ART 85X BEGINNING LIFE DRAWING (EI)


    0 Unit 0.5 hour lecture 1 hour lab
    The fundamental structure of the human body, including skeletal and muscular systems. Sketching and drawing exercises allow students to review, and apply their adquired knowledge in portraying the body.
    R 99
  
  • ART 85X BEGINNING LIFE DRAWING (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Fundamental structure of the human body, including skeletal and muscular systems. Sketching and drawing exercises allow students to review, and apply their acquired knowledge in portraying the body.
    R 99
  
  • BIO 226X BIRDS OF THE WORLD (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Includes bird ancestry, evolution, systematics, distribution, topography, behavior (song, territoriality, migration), and techniques of field identification of birds. Designed for older adults who wish to actively participate in a course outdoors. Includes field trips to local sites.
    R_99
  
  • CIM 1X LIFE AND TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION FOR OLDER ADULTS (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 1 hour lab
    Designed for the older adult, this class introduces students to current and emerging technologies for the purpose of creating ease, efficiency, and comfort in the completion of daily tasks through the integration of technology into life. Older adults learn about internet use, desktop and laptop computers, tablets, smart cell phones, apps, and other emerging technologies. Students will develop abilities to critically assess current and emerging technologies and how to integrate those into their lives to meet their individual needs.
    R_99
  
  • EFSH 501 WEARABLE ART (EI)


    0 Unit 0.5 hours lecture 1 hour lab
    Design and construct a garment or accessory incorporating techniques of surface design, bobbin work, fabric manipulation, embellishment and dimensional texture. Primarily for the older adult.
    R_99
  
  • ENG 3X INTRODUCTION TO CREATIVE WRITING (EI)


    0 Unit 1.5 hours Lecture
    An in-depth examination of the essentials of creative writing, including the basics of manuscript preparation, techniques of fiction and nonfiction, and the various functions of writing tools.
    R_99
  
  • ENG 3X INTRODUCTION TO CREATIVE WRITING (EI)


    0 Unit 3 hours lecture
    Explores the basic elements of writing fiction and non fiction including writing techniques, research and manuscript development. Course focuses on the tools and skills necessary to grow as a writer.
    R_99
  
  • ENG 4X ADVANCED CREATIVE WRITING (EI)


    0 Unit 3 hours lecture
    Recommended Preparation: ENG 3X
    An in-depth study of prose including organization, classification, comparison and contrast, cause and effect, as well as definition and development for nonfiction and fiction. Point of view, plot description, characterization, dialogue, narration, theme, sights, sounds, and sensation will also be discussed.
    R 99
  
  • ENG 6X NON-FICTION WRITING (EI)


    0 Unit 3 hours lecture
    Focus will be on techniques and practice in writing nonfiction articles, essays, and biographical sketches.
    R 99
  
  • ENG 30X LITERATURE AND LIFE (EI)


    0 Unit 2 hours lecture
    Designed for the older adult, this survey course introduces students to works of prose, essays, poetry, drama, fiction, and non-fiction to encourage the study, interpretation, and articulation of the common human experience found within world literature. Selected works will be chosen from varying cultures and languages. Topics covered may include: religious history, social justice, colonization, cultural identity, identity development, alienation, gender roles, race, family life, and social class. Older adult students will analyze selected literary works and compare and contrast cultural, political, philosophical, and humanistic themes in order to promote active citizenship and individual responsibility in a global context.
    R_99
  
  • ENG 40XA THE BIBLE AS LITERATURE - GENESIS TO PSALMS (EI)


    0 Unit 2 hours lecture
    A literary examination of the Hebrew Bible from Genesis to Psalms, analyzing the structure, form, authorship, transmission, style, and distinctive themes of these books. There is special focus on the original Jewish cultural contexts from which this literature arose.
    R 99
  
  • ENG 40XA THE BIBLE AS LITERATURE - GOSPELS TO REVELATION (EI)


    0 Unit 2 hours lecture
    Presentation and discussion of the New Testament from John’s gospel to his apocalypse. This includes Pauline and non-Pauline Epistles and focuses on the historical, theological, cultural, and literary contexts from which the New Testament emerged.
    R_99
  
  • ENG 40XA THE BIBLE AS LITERATURE - PSALMS TO GOSPELS (EI)


    0 Unit 2 hours lecture
    A literary examination of the Bible from the Hebrew Psalms to the Synoptic Gospels, analyzing the structure, form, authorship, transmission, style, and distinctive themes of these books. There is special focus on the original Jewish cultural contexts from which this literature arose.
    R_99
  
  • ENG 52X FILM AS LITERATURE (EI)


    0 Unit 1.5 hours Lecture
    Examination of film as a 20th and 21st century art form. Considers both foreign and domestic cinema with a focus on archetype, myth, symbol, characterization, and plot.
    R_99
  
  • ENG 52X FILM AS LITERATURE (EI)


    0 Unit 3 hours lecture
    Examination of film as a 20th and 21st century art form. Considers foreign and domestic cinema with a focus on archetype, myth, symbol, characterization, and plot.
    R 99
  
  • FASH 110XA BEGINNING CLOTHING CONSTRUCTION (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    This course is designed for the beginning student, and emphasizes the operation of a sewing machine, pattern reading, layout and garment construction. Focus on improvement of basic sewing techniques and process.
    R 99
  
  • FASH 110XB INTERMEDIATE CLOTHING CONSTRUCTION (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: FASH 110XA  
    Clothing construction and pattern alterations for personal wardrobe. Examine and utilize commercial patterns, selection of fabric, textures and principles of color design.
    R 99
  
  • FASH 110XC ADVANCED CLOTHING CONSTRUCTION (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: FASH 110XB  
    Advanced techniques in construction of garments. Adjust patterns or use designer patterns for personal and fitted styles. Handling of special fabrics and fine custom details.
    R-E-99
  
  • FASH 124X WEARABLE ART (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Design and construct a garment or accessory incorporating techniques of surface design, bobbin work, fabric manipulation, embellishment and dimensional texture.
    R 99
  
  • FASH 282XA BEGINNING CROCHETING (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Introduction to crochet. Includes color, design, types of yarns, crochet thread, terminology used in reading, and following patterns. Crochet techniques for artistic, functional and wearable projects.
    R 99
  
  • FASH 282XB INTERMEDIATE CROCHETING (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: FASH 282XA  
    Study of fibers used for crochet so that student can construct garments or accessories. Review of crochet pattern techniques. New stitches and methods of finishing and blocking projects. Adjusting patterns following the gauge changes for size; designing and adapting patterns to personal body measurements.
    R 99
  
  • FASH 283XA BEGINNING KNITTING (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Introduction to knitting theory, techniques and fibers. Lectures include how to read and modify patterns, cast on and cast-off, basic stitches and finishing techniques, use of test swatches, and understanding gauge.
    R 99
  
  • FASH 283XB INTERMEDIATE KNITTING (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: FASH 283XA  
    Develop knitting skills at an intermediate level. Learn new cast-on, cast-off methods, simple pattern combinations, and how to adjust pattern to fit specific size.
    R 99
  
  • FASH 286X QUILTING AND PATCHWORK (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Fundamental quilting/patchwork techniques to include: applique, cathedral windows, crazy quilting, fabric selection, pattern drafting, piecing, reverse applique, and trapunto.
    R 99
  
  • GERO 120X WEIGHT-RELATED HEALTH RISK FACTORS-EI


    0 Unit 3 hours lecture
    Informs students about risk factors contributing to cardiovascular disease. Students develop individual programs of weight control including measures for blood pressure control, calorie intake, energy expenditure, body composition, aerobic conditioning and nutritional analysis.
    R 99
  
  • HIST 205X WESTERN CIVILIZATION SINCE 1648 (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture
    Surveys the nature of Western Civilization considering its development since the 17th Century to the present. Major emphasis will be placed on industrialization, nationalism, imperialism, and selected problems of the 21st century. Designed for the older adult interested in contemporary issues of government.
    R 99
  
  • HIST 205X WESTERN CIVILIZATION SINCE 1648 (EI)


    0 Unit 2 hours lecture
    Surveys the nature of Western Civilization considering its development since the 17th Century to the present. Major emphasis will be placed on industrialization, nationalism, imperialism, and selected problems of the 21st century. Designed for the older adult interested in contemporary issues of government.
    R 99
  
  • HIST 275X CONTEMPORARY MIDDLE EAST (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture
    Major political, economic, and social institutions and movements of the Middle East from World War I to the present. Emphasis on problems of the developing Middle Eastern nations and the Arab-Israeli conflict. Introduction to Islamic religious institutions and their relationship to contemporary issues. Designed for the older adult interested in our current involvement and future direction in the Middle East.
    R 99
  
  • HIST 275X CONTEMPORARY MIDDLE EAST (EI)


    0 Unit 2 hours lecture
    Major political, economic, and social institutions and movements of the Middle East from World War I to the present. Emphasis on problems of the developing Middle Eastern nations and the Arab-Israeli conflict. Introduction to Islamic religious institutions and their relationship to contemporary issues. Designed for the older adult interested in our current involvement and future direction in the Middle East.
    R 99
  
  • HLTH 501 HEALTH FITNESS AND WELLNESS FOR THE OLDER ADULT (EI)


    0 Unit 1.5 hours Lecture 1.5 hours lab
    Principles of achieving and maintaining ideal body composition through lectures and discussions on balanced nutrition and life sustaining exercise strategies designed for the older adult. Principles applied within an aerobic exercises skills lab to enhance cognitive and physical wellness.
    R-E-99
  
  • HLTH 502 HEALTH AND WELLNESS FOR THE OLDER ADULT (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 1 hour lab
    Assesses the physical and mental health processes of aging and stresses the importance of maintaining independence in daily activities. Topics include cognitive abilities, nutrition, diet, exercise, and disease/injury prevention as it relates to the older adult.
    R-E-99
  
  • HLTH 503 HEALTH AND FITNESS FOR THE OLDER ADULT (EI)


    0 Unit 0.75 hour lecture 0.75 hour lab
    Assesses the physical and mental health processes of aging and stresses the importance of exercise in maintaining independence in daily activities. Topics include cognitive and physical exercise, diet, nutrition, and disease and injury prevention as it relates to the older adult.
    R-E-99
  
  • HLTH 504 HEALTHY AGING FOR THE OLDER ADULT (EI)


    0 Unit 0.5 hour lecture 0.5 hour lab
    Various health related topics and safe, beneficial exercises intended to promote general health and fitness for older adults will be introduced and discussed. Each class will incorporate information, discussion, and implementation strategies.
    R-E-99
  
  • HSC 105X CONSUMER HEALTH ISSUES (EI)


    0 Unit 2 hours lecture
    Promotes awareness and informed decision making in regard to health issues, including health insurance, frauds, legislation, selection of doctors, pharmacists and health care agencies.
    R 99
  
  • HUM 204X MODERN WORLD CULTURE:1700-PRESENT (EI)


    0 Unit 2 hours lecture
    Identifies and studies characteristically modern ideas about a variety of important human experiences as represented in literature, art, and philosophy. Themes studied include the decline of the supernatural, the development of sciences, the emergence of psychology, rise of individualism, skepticism, and the development of new attitudes toward home, work, and the human community for older adults.
    R 99
  
  • MUS 19X INTRODUCTION TO OPERA (EI)


    0 Unit 3 hours lecture
    Educate the older adult in the techniques used by major composers such as Gluck, Mozart, Rossini, Donizetti, Bellini, Verdi, Wagner, and Puccini who have shaped Western opera.
    R 99
  
  • MUS 20X FOR THE LOVE OF MUSIC (EI)


    0 Unit 3 hours lecture
    Introduction to music history for the older adult. Fundamentals of musical composition and major composers that have shaped Western musical developments are studied.
    R 99
  
  • MUS 34X MEN’S AND WOMEN’S CHORAL - BARBERSHOP (EI)


    0 Unit 0.5 hour lecture 0.5 hour lab
    Choral ensemble of male and female voices specializing in the rehearsal and performance of barbershop harmony. Special attention will be given to note values, basic rhythms, ear training and diction.
    R_99
  
  • MUS 34X MEN’S AND WOMEN’S CHORAL - BARBERSHOP (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 1 hour lab
    Choral ensemble of male and female voices specializing in rehearsal and performance of barbershop harmony. Special attention will be given to note values, basic rhythms, ear training and diction.
    R 99
  
  • MUS 80X VOICE AND RHYTHMS (EI)


    0 Unit 0.5 hour lecture 0.5 hour lab
    Emphasizes vocal techniques including tone production, breath control, and pronunciation, as well as music literature. Performance at end of semester.
    R_99
  
  • MUS 80X VOICE AND RHYTHMS (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 1 hour lab
    Emphasizes vocal techniques, including tone production, breath control, and pronunciation, as well as music literature. Performance at end of the semester.
    R 99
  
  • MUS 290X CHORAL ENSEMBLE (EI)


    0 Unit 0.5 hour lecture 0.5 hour lab
    Choral singing for the older adult emphasizing choral literature. Development of ensemble through correct singing and vocal production.
    R 99
  
  • MUS 290X CHORAL ENSEMBLE (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 1 hour lab
    Choral singing for the older adult emphasizing choral literature. Development of ensemble through correct singing and vocal production.
    R 99
  
  • MUS 295X REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE INSTRUMENTAL (EI)


    0 Unit 0.5 hours lecture 0.5 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: Previous instrumental training and demonstrated proficiency
    Preparation, study, and performance of orchestra concert repertoire. Designed for the older adult interested in orchestral performance.
    R 99
  
  • MUS 295X REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE INSTRUMENTAL (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 1 hour lab
    Recommended Preparation: Previous instrumental training and demonstrated proficiency
    Preparation, study, and performance of orchestra concert repertoire. Designed for the older adult interested in orchestral performance.
    R 99
  
  • PHIL 230X INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture
    Investigates many of the major philosophical themes within the Western tradition. Themes covered include the nature of self, free will and determinism, the ground and nature of human knowledge, the nature of ethics, aesthetics and the nature of political philosophy. Older adults cultivate the skills of critical thinking and rational discourse.
    R 99
  
  • PHIL 230X INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY (EI)


    0 Unit 2 hours lecture
    Investigates many of the major philosophical themes within the Western tradition. Themes covered include the nature of self, free will and determinism, the ground and nature of human knowledge, the nature of ethics, aesthetics and the nature of political philosophy. Older adults cultivate the skills of critical thinking and rational discourse.
    R 99
  
  • PHIL 231X HISTORY OF FREETHOUGHT IN WESTERN WORLD (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture
    History of freethought consisting of the heterodox religious systems and secular philosophies that have appeared in opposition to the Judaeo-Christian tradition in the Western world from the Classical Age of Greece and Rome to the present. Older adults will study deism, pantheism, agnosticism, atheism as well as multicultural religious philosophical systems and beliefs.
    R_99
  
  • PHIL 231X HISTORY OF FREETHOUGHT IN WESTERN WORLD (EI)


    0 Unit 2 hours lecture
    History of freethought consisting of the heterodox religious systems and secular philosophies that have appeared in opposition to the Judaeo-Christian tradition in the Western world from the Classical Age of Greece and Rome to the present. Older adults will study deism, pantheism, agnosticism, atheism as well as multicultural religious philosophical systems and beliefs.
    R_99
  
  • PHOT 40X BEGINNING DIGITAL SHOW PRESENTATIONS (EI)


    0 Unit 0.5 hour lecture 1 hour lab
    Covers phases and techniques in digital visual/audio presentations from photo essays, documentaries, how-to and travel shows. Includes planning, photographing, selecting slides, writing narration, preparing graphics, music, sound effects and cues. Also included are methods of presentation and preservation.
    R 99
  
  • PHOT 40X BEGINNING DIGITAL SHOW PRESENTATIONS (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Covers phases and techniques in digital visual/audio presentations from photo essays, documentaries, how-to and travel shows. Includes planning, photographing, selecting slides, writing narration, preparing graphics, music, sound effects and cues. Also included are methods of presentation and preservation.
    R 99
  
  • PHOT 41X DIGITAL SHOW PRESENTATIONS - INTERMEDIATE (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: PHOT 40X
    Covers the intermediate production of digital visual and audio presentations. Includes digital photography, downloading music, scriptwriting, video, narration, transitions and special effects using computer software to construct digital presentations.
    R-E-99
  
  • PHOT 50XA BEGINNING DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY (EI)


    0 Unit 0.5 hour lecture 1 hour lab
    Covers the technical aspects of using a digital camera and the importance of composition in the creation of images. Includes still life set ups, photographing models and field trips. Downloading, storing, organizing and editing phographic images using software programs will be emphasized. Burning to discs and emailing images will be discussed.
    R_99
  
  • PHOT 50XA BEGINNING DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Covers the technical aspects of using a digital camera and the importance of composition in the creation of an image. Includes still life set ups, photographing models and field trips. Downloading, storing, organizing and editing photographic images using software programs will be emphasized. Burning to discs and email images will be discussed.
    R-E-99
  
  • PHOT 50XB INTERMEDIATE DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: PHOT 50XA
    Reviews technical aspects of using a digital camera, image composition, downloading, storing, organizing and editing images using software programs. Also includes portraits, night photography, flash- and-fill technologies, digital media enhancement, and the use of filters. Students will also learn the basic principles of judging and evaluating photographs.
    R-E-99
  
  • PHOT 59XA BEGINNING COLOR PRINTING (EI)


    0 Unit 1 hour lecture 2 hours lab
    Recommended Preparation: PHOT 50XA  
    Darkroom and digital techniques for making color prints from color negatives, slides and digital cameras using related color printing equipment. Operation of enlargers, and processing prints using automatic processor, tube and electronic methods. Finishing prints for presentation including retouching and matting.
    R 99
 

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