2010-2011 Catalog 
    
    May 06, 2024  
2010-2011 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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  • FILM 3710 - Great European Film Directors: A Historical View, 1945-1994

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A study of the history of cinema, through works of great European directors of Post WWII period: from De Sica, Antonioni, Fellini, Pasolini, to Tarkovsky, Paradjanov, Wajda, Jarman, and Greenway. Course will be a valuable elective for all arts and sciences majors. Meets with ID 3710.
  
  • FILM 3720 - Russian Avant-Garde Cinema: A Historical View, 1915-Present

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A study of history of nearly 100 years of Russian and Soviet cinema through works of great directors: Eisenstein, Tarkovsky, Paradjanov, Shepit’ko, and others; from 1910’s through 1990’s. Every 4 hour session includes a complete feature film, some rare and never released on video. A valuable elective for all arts and sciences majors. Meets with ID 3720.
  
  • FILM 3730 - Russian Art Cinema Today: A Historical View: 1989-1997

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An in-depth study of the latest page in the history of its best directors: classics, such as Ioseliani, Soluiror, Muratova, as well as young talented directors, bound to become classics tomorrow. Every 4-hour session includes a complete feature film, often unavailable commercially. Available elective for all arts and science majors. Meets with ID 3730.
  
  • FILM 3850 - Austrian and Central European Film

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Screening, lecture and discussion are included in this course. Knowledge of German is not required for non-German minors. This is a survey of Austrian cinema in a cultural context from the beginning tothe present and its relationship with Hungarian and Czechoslovakian film. Directors such as Kolm-Fleck, Korda, Forst, Hartl, Marischka, Corti, Ruzowitzky and Haneke are featured. Meets with FCS 3850 and GER 3850.
  
  • FILM 3900 - Special Topics in Film Studies

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Selected topics in the theory, history and aestheticsof film. Prer., FILM 1000 or FILM 2000, or consent of instructor.
  
  • FILM 3950 - Women in Film

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Selected topics dealing with the various roles of women in international cinema history. Meets with WEST 3950.
  
  • FILM 3990 - European Film - European History

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The study of European film in conjunction with major developments in European society, politics and culture. Topics to include: realism and social commentary; symbolism; historical films; propaganda films; reception; the development of film techniques; the film industry. Emphasis will vary by semester. Meets with HIST 3990.
  
  • FILM 4030 - Internship in Film Studies

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Supervised opportunities for advanced film studies students to apply their knowledge and obtain experience in the film industry and at film festivals. Prer., FILM 1000 and FILM 2000 and advanced standing. For VAPA majors and Film minors, or by consent of instructor.
  
  • FILM 4110 - French Film

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The evolution of French cinema from its origins to the present, viewed and analyzed as cultural product, but also in terms of its history as art, commerce, technique and the intersections thereof. Considers the work of directors such as Melies, Renoir, Godard, Varda, Jeunet and Colin. Taught in English. Meets with FR 4110.
  
  • FILM 4250 - Directors in Focus

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A survey of the work of a single director or a group of related directors. Course content varies with topic and semester. Prer., FILM 1000 and FILM 2000, or instructor consent.
  
  • FILM 4500 - Film Theory

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Explores various theoretical approaches to film including the Bakhtin and Frankfurt schools, auteur theory, structuralism, feminism, semiotics, textual analysis, postcolonial and digital theories. Prer., FILM 1000, FILM 2000 and permission the instructor.
  
  • FILM 9400 - Independent Study

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Independent work for undergraduates only. By special arrangement with the faculty. Prer., FILM 1000 and FILM 2000 and advanced standing. For VAPA majors and Film minors, or by consent of instructor.
  
  • FNCE 1200 - Personal Financial Planning

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The study of the development and implementation of a personal financial and investment program. Includes analysis of budgeting and tax planning, managing liquidity, financing large purchases, protecting assets and income, analyzing investment information; and designing and executing an investment risk return, examining alternative investment types, interpreting investment information, investing money retirement and estate planning. Cannot be used for FNCE/BUAD major electives.
  
  • FNCE 2200 - Personal Financial Planning

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    The study of the development and implementation of a personal financial and investment program. Includes analysis of budgeting and tax planning, managing liquidity, financing large purchases, protecting assets and income, analyzing investment information; and designing and executing an investment risk return, examining alternative investment types, interpreting investment information, investing money retirement and estate planning. Cannot be used for for FNCE/BUAD major electives.
  
  • FNCE 3050 - Basic Finance

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Introduction to financial management of the firm and the function of finance. Topics include money and capital markets; time value of money; techniques of financial analysis, planning and control; capital budgeting techniques and analysis; management of short and long-term sources of financing and of working capital; and capital structure theory. Emphasizes the interpretation, analysis and use of financial information to make financial decisions. Prer., ECON 1010, ECON 2020, QUAN 2010. Coreq., ACCT 2020, QUAN 2020. Business students only; junior standing.
  
  • FNCE 3400 - Risk and Insurance Principles

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Risk management is an important element of individual and corporate financial plans Probability, theory of the firm under uncertainty, insurance carriers and contracts, underwriting, and regulation are covered Types of insurance including life, health, homeowners, auto, other property liability, and individual employee benefits are discussed.
  
  • FNCE 4000 - Advanced Corporate Finance

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The comprehensive study of how corporations make investment decisions, raise capital to finance their investments, and manage their financial affairs to create shareholder value. Topics covered include capital budgeting and the cost of capital, dividend policy, capital structure and financial distress. Emphasis on developing analytical tools and problem solving. Prer., FNCE 3050, QUAN 2020. Second semester junior. Completion of all skills courses or COB Director permission.
  
  • FNCE 4100 - Cases and Concepts in Finance

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The development of analytical and decision-making skills of students in relation to problems that confront financial managers. Areas include planning, control and financing of both current operations and longer term capital commitments, management of income, evaluation of income-producing property,and expansion and contraction. Case method of instruction. Prer., FNCE 4000. Junior or senior standing or COB Undergraduate Director permission.
  
  • FNCE 4200 - Investment and Portfolio Management

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The study of the investments industry and instruments. Topics include the investment setting, portfolio theory, risk and return, and valuation of common and preferred stocks, bonds, options and futures. The course discusses investment problems and policies and the methodology for implementing them. Students may not receive credit for both FNCE 3300 and FNCE 4200. Prer., FNCE 3050. Completion of all skills courses. Junior or senior standing or COB Undergraduate Director permission.
  
  • FNCE 4250 - Financial Risk Management

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    This course discusses the underlying theory and practical applications of derivative securities, with an emphasis on using these tools to solve risk management problems. Introduces futures, forwards, swaps, and options and extends this to topics in volatility estimation, financial structuring, credit derivatives, and risk management systems. The primary aim is to develop a framework to manage risk in a corporate or financial intermediary environment. Prer., FNCE 4200. Business students only, Junior standing.
  
  • FNCE 4300 - Bank Management

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    An examination of the particular problems of managing a financial intermediary The analytical tools for addressing the issues of regulatory requirements, the acquisition and management of funds, loan policies and procedures, capital adequacy, liquidity and solvency is developed.
  
  • FNCE 4400 - International Financial Management

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Examines the opportunities and risks of firms doing business in a global economy. International capital movements, balance of payment problems, foreign and international institutions, foreign exchange markets, and global investment and financing strategies are explored. Prer., FNCE 3050. Completion of all skills courses. Junior or senior standing or COB Undergraduate Director permission.
  
  • FNCE 4500 - Money and Banking

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The study of the interaction between financial markets and the Federal Reserve system. The course emphasizes how the Federal Reserve Bank conducts monetary policy to promote a stable banking system and strong economic growth while minimizing inflation and unemployment. Topics covered include interest rates, inflationand the money supply and the effect of these variables on the business cycle. Prer., FNCE 3050. Completion of all skills courses. Junior or senior standing or COB Undergraduate Director permission.
  
  • FNCE 4600 - Financial Modeling

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An introduction to advanced financial modeling techniques using spreadsheets. The tool of the financial analyst is Excel. This is a project class where students develop modeling capabilities. Students will learn to build effective dynamic models to analyze capital budgeting, ratios, risk, financial plans, budgets and portfolio allocation. Students will also be introduced to other important financial databases used in financial analysis. Prer., ACCT 2020 and FNCE 4000. Junior standing or COB Undergraduate Director permission.
  
  • FNCE 4700 - Practicum and Research in Security Markets

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    This is a hands-on learning lab for students interested in making investment decisions. Thanks to a partnership with D.A. Davidson, the class manages a funded portfolio account. Students make real-time investment decisions to buy or sell positions in the portfolio. The class competes informally with 19 other universities funded by D.A. Davidson. Course requires a commitment over both fall and spring semesters. Students must take 2 credits in the fall and 1 in the spring. Students who complete the class successfully will be eligible for a paid summer internship with D.A. Davidson. Prer./Coreq., FNCE 4200. Junior standing; Business students only.
  
  • FNCE 4800 - Entrepreneurial Finance

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    This is a hands-on class on entrepreneurship. Students learn how to apply the techniques of finance to starting and growing a business. Students will gain practical financial knowledge that will be useful in starting a business and also practical entrepreneurial skills that could be used within a larger organization. Coursework will focus on the application of financial theory to real settings. Prer., FNCE 3050 or instructor permission. Junior or senior standing or COB Undergraduate Director permission.
  
  • FNCE 4950 - Topics in Finance - Undergraduate

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Experimental courses offered irregularly at the undergraduate level for the purpose of presenting new subject matter in finance. Second semester Junior or Senior standing required. Course prerequisites will vary depending upon topics covered. Prer., Junior/senior standing.
  
  • FNCE 4960 - Internship in Finance

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Undergraduate internship in finance. Prer., Junior/senior business students only.
  
  • FNCE 6000 - Corporate Financial Management

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Concerned with the optimal allocation of a company’s financial resources and a working knowledge of financial terminology and concepts. Capital market history, time value of money, valuation of securities, risk and return, capital budgeting principles and techniques, financial statement analysis, financial planning, raising capital, and cost of capital. Emphasizes techniques necessary to create and maximize the value of the firm. Prer., ACCT 5500, BUAD 5500 and QUAN 5500.
  
  • FNCE 6090 - Corporate Financial Management

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Concerned with the optimal allocation of a company’s financial resources and a working knowledge of financial terminology and concepts. Capital market history, time value of money, valuation of securities, risk and return, capital budgeting principles and techniques, financial statement analysis, financial planning, raising capital, and cost of capital. Emphasizes techniques necessary to create and maximize the value of the firm. Distance MBA course. Tuition schedule differs from on-campus course. Prer., BUAD 5590, QUAN 5590, and ACCT 5590.
  
  • FNCE 6100 - Problems and Policies in Financial Management

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Further develops students’ analytical and financial problem-solving skills through the use of case studies. Topics may include planning, budgeting, and forecasting; new product or project evaluation; raising funds through debt and equity; mergers and acquisitions; bankruptcy and working capital management. Prer., FNCE 6000.
  
  • FNCE 6200 - Investment Management and Analysis

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The theory of investment management and security values are presented. Topics include portfolio management; the analysis of investment risks and constraints on investment policies and objectives;the analysis and use of investment information; the development and application of the tools for determining value; the analysis of common stock, bonds, options and futures. Prer., FNCE 6000.
  
  • FNCE 6290 - Investment Management and Analysis

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The theory of investment management and security values are presented. Topics include portfolio management; the analysis of investment risks and objectives; the analysis and use of investment information; the development and application of the tools for determining value; and analysis of common stock, bonds, options, and futures. Distance MBA course. Tuition schedule differs from on-campus courses. Prer., FNCE 6090.
  
  • FNCE 6400 - International Financial Management

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Uses the fundamental tools of financial analysis to assess the risks and opportunities for firms operating in an increasingly global economy. Special emphasis will be placed on the opportunities that arise from both market imperfections and the increasing integration of financial markets worldwide. Focuses on the international financial environment, the measurement and management of foreign exchangerate risk, and global funding and investment opportunities using both quantitative and qualitative decision tools to exploit opportunities and control risk. Prer., FNCE 6000.
  
  • FNCE 6490 - International Financial Management

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Uses the fundamental tools of financial analysis to assess the risks and opportunities for firms operating in an increasingly global economy. Special emphasis will be placed on the opportunities that arise from both market imperfections and the increasing integration of financial markets worldwide. Focuses on the international financial environment, the measurement and management of foreign exchange rate risk, and global funding and investment opportunities using both quantitative and qualitative decision tools to exploit opportunities and control risk. Distance MBA course. Tuition schedule differs from on-campus courses. Prer., FNCE 6090.
  
  • FNCE 6500 - Managerial Economics and the Business Cycle

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Study of the forces affecting the U.S. and global business cycle. Interpretation of business cycle indicators and their implications for financial planning and decision making. Topics include interest rates and inflation, the conduct of monetary policy, aggregate supply and demand, and employment levels. Presents concepts, tools, and methods of economic analysis relevant to decision making within the firm. Prer., FNCE 6000.
  
  • FNCE 6590 - Managerial Economics and the Business Cycle

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Study of the forces affecting the U.S. and global business cycle. Interpretation of business cycle indicators and their implications for financial planning and decision making. Topics include interest rates and inflation, the conduct of monetary policy, aggregate supply and demand, and employment levels. Presents concepts, tools, and methods of economic analysis relevant to decision making within the firm. Distance MBA course. Tuition schedule differsfrom on-campus courses. Prer., FNCE 6090.
  
  • FNCE 6700 - Practicum and Research in Security Markets

    1 to 3 Credits (Minimum)

    The PRISM class is a hands-on learning lab for students interested in making investment decisions Thanks to a partnership with DA Davidson, the class will manage a portfolio account with real funds FNCE 600/FNCE 470 is a 3-credit course that requires a commitment over both the Fall and Spring semesters Those students who complete the class successfully will be eligible for a paid, summer internship with DA Davidson Admissions into the course is by application only Applications are available through the College of Business.
  
  • FNCE 6950 - Topics in Finance - Graduate

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Experimental course in finance offered at the graduate level for the purpose of presenting new subject matter.
  
  • FNCE 6960 - Internship in Finance

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Graduate internship in finance. Prer., Instructor and Dean approval.
  
  • FNCE 9400 - Independent Study in Finance - Undergraduate

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Independent study in finance at the undergraduate level given with the consent of the instructor who directs the study and the dean. Prer., Junior/senior standing only and consent of instructor and dean.
  
  • FNCE 9500 - Independent Study in Finance - Graduate

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Independent study in Finance at the graduate level given with the consent of the instructor who directs the study and the dean.
  
  • FR 1010 - Beginning French I

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Essentials of French, oral-aural skills stressed with additional reading, writing and grammar.
  
  • FR 1020 - Beginning French II

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Essentials of French continued. Additional oral-aural skills practice with increased grammar, reading, and writing. Prer., FR 1010 or equivalent.
  
  • FR 2110 - Intermediate French I

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    French at the intermediate level with concentration on conversation, culture and civilization, or literature at that level. Prer., FR 1020 or its equivalency.
  
  • FR 2120 - Intermediate French II

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An intermediate French course continuing conversational usage and cultural integration utilizing contemporary materials, newspapers, etc. Prer., FR 2110 or equivalent.
  
  • FR 2930 - Professional French

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The vocabulary and usage of professional French in a variety of contexts. May include applied business correspondence, marketing and accounting terminologies, other forms of professional correspondence, bureaucratic forms and contacts. Prer., FR 2120.
  
  • FR 3000 - French Grammar and Composition

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Designed to review extensively the functional application of modern French. Presents a skill-development approach featuring graded compositions and oral practice based on material encountered in media and informal situations. Prer., FR 2120.
  
  • FR 3010 - Advanced Conversation and Composition

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Ongoing grammar review with practice in conversation and development of skills in composition with emphasis in oral presentations and formal compositions, including academic essays. Prer. or Coreq., FR 3000.
  
  • FR 3020 - French Conversation and Composition II

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Practice in conversation with emphasis on pronunciation and diction; exercises in grammar review and oral communication (using literary texts as basis). Prer., FR 2120 or equivalent.
  
  • FR 3030 - Advanced French Conversation & Composition

    3 Credits (Minimum)

  
  • FR 3040 - Advanced Pronunciation and Phonetics

    2 Credits (Minimum) 2 Credits (Maximum)

    A supplemental course for the advanced student emphasizing the “Why’s and wherefore’s” of native pronunciations. Working from a solid knowledge structure of French, pronunciation work will stress the whole phrase as well as the relationship between grammar and speech. Prer., FR 3000 or 3010 or 3020 or concurrent enrollment.
  
  • FR 3100 - Interpretive Practice: French Literature

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    An introduction to approaches to literature and genre studies in French. The course will provide an initial contact with all major literary genres in French as well as practical application of the major schools of literary interpretation.
  
  • FR 3110 - Main Currents of French Literature I

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An introductory survey. Selected literary texts representing major trends in the development of French literature. Prer., FR 2120 or equivalent.
  
  • FR 3120 - Main Currents in French Literature II

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An introductory survey of French literature from Neoclassicism to the present. Prer., FR 2120 or equivalent.
  
  • FR 3170 - Advanced French Readings, Conversation and Composition

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    This course in advanced French bases classroom discussion and written assignment on contemporary journals, newspaper and nonliterary writings. Prer., FR 3010 or FR 3020 or equivalent.
  
  • FR 3230 - Applied Conversation

    1 Credits (Minimum) 1 Credits (Maximum)

    Conversation at the advanced level on contemporary topics in French culture. Prer., FR 2120 or equivalent.
  
  • FR 3240 - French Culture from 1700-1917

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Study of the creation of modern France from its roots in the culture of the Ancient Regime through the upheaval of Enlightenment and Revolution to the Industrial Revolution and World War I. Emphasis will be on intersections of historical schools of thought, cultural movements and institutional structures in the development of France. Taught in English. Approved for LAS Humanities area requirement. Meets with FCS 3240.
  
  • FR 3250 - Contemporary France: Civilization & Culture

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Study of French culture and institutions as they have developed from 1870 to the present, emphasizing the relationship between changing social structures and value systems and their representation in literature, design, art and film. Taught in English. Approved for LAS Global Awareness requirement. Prer., FR 3010 or FR 3020 or equivalent if taken for French credit. Meets with FCS 3250.
  
  • FR 3270 - Francophone Cultures

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An intensive examination of linguistically defined cultures, treating particular cultural difference and issues of choice in relation to the imperial (culturally, politically or economically) culture and language. Readings will be drawn from a variety of sources ranging from historical documents and travel literature to contemporary writings (literary and others) from Francophone areas. Taught in English. Prer., FR 3010 or FR 3020 or equivalent, if taken for French credit. Taught in English. Meets with F CS 3270.
  
  • FR 3390 - Internship in Applied French

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The Language and Culture department will offer to advanced French language students the opportunity toapply their knowledge of French in settings such as schools, social support agencies, etc. May be repeated up to three times for credit. Prer., 3000 Level French courses and departmental permission.
  
  • FR 3490 - Internship in Applied French

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The Language and Culture department will offer to advanced French language students the opportunity to apply their knowledge of French in settings such as schools, social support agencies, etc. May be repeated up to three times for credit. Prer,. 3000 Level French courses and departmental permission.
  
  • FR 3500 - Special Topics in French

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Varying topics of current importance in literary and socio-cultural study. May be repeated once for credit if the topic is different. Prer., FR 2120 or equivalent.
  
  • FR 4110 - French Film

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The evolution of French cinema from its origins to the present viewed and analyzed as cultural product, but also in terms of its history as art, commerce, technique and the intersections thereof. Considers the work of directors such as Melies, Renoir, Godard, Varda, Jeunet and Colin. Taught in English. Prer., FR 3010 or FR 3020 or concurrent enrollment if taken for French credit. Meets with FILM 4110. Taught in English.
  
  • FR 9300 - Independent Study in French: Undergraduate

    1 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Independent work for undergraduates. By special arrangement with the faculty. Only for students presenting strong French preparation. May be repeated up to three times for credit. Prer., Consent of instructor.
  
  • FR 9400 - Independent Study in French: Undergraduate

    1 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Independent work for undergraduates. By special arrangement with the faculty. Only for students presenting strong French preparation. May be repeated up to three times for credit. Prer., Consent of instructor and department chair.
  
  • FR 9500 - Independent Study in French: Graduate

    1 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Independent work for graduate students only, by special arrangement with the faculty. Only for Students presenting strong French preparation. May be repeated up to three times for credit. Prer., Consent of instructor
  
  • GDD 1100 - Problem Solving Through Game Creation

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Introduces students to basic game design and computer science topics through game design and implementation activities. Students design, implement, and test computer games using drag-and-drop game creation tools. A small amount of programming is required. Prer., GMDD and PREN majors only. Meets with CS 1100.
  
  • GDD 1200 - Introductory Programming for Game Developers

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Introduction to programming in the context of game development. Develops methods for problem solving, including the effective use of abstraction. Develops programming proficiency in a modern, object-oriented programming language. Students design, implement,and test various games and game components.
  
  • GDD 2100 - Game Design for Diverse Populations

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Explores the various game design decisions required when targeting games for various diverse populations. Students will learn how to consider gender, ethnicity, and other diversity dimensions through numerous game design projects. Prer., GDD 1100. Restricted to Game Design and Development majors, undecided engineering majors, and pre-engineering majors.
  
  • GDD 2200 - Data Structures and Algorithms for Game Developers

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Teaches fundamental data structures and algorithm analysis concepts in the context of game development. Students will learn how to implement a variety of data structures and to evaluate the algorithmic complexity of various searching and sorting algorithms. Students will also empirically evaluate a variety of algorithms implemented using standard collections. Prer., GDD 1200.
  
  • GDD 3300 - Modeling and Simulation for Games

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Teaches students about the issues associated with simulating worlds and experiences in conjunction with the modeling of specific events in those worlds. The course takes a practical approach to how game developers in particular can perform effective modeling and simulation. The foundations laid in this course are particularly important in serious games, where accurate modeling tends to be critical, though the concepts apply for games designed for entertainment as well. Prer., GDD 2200.
  
  • GDD 3400 - Artificial Intelligence for Games

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The purpose of this course is to teach the Artificial Intelligence techniques that are most important in game development. Topics include Finite State Machines, pathfinding, emergent behavior, and other pertinent topics. The course also shows how these concepts apply to the most common game genres, as well as addressing the specific issues associated with each genre. Prer., GDD 2200.
  
  • GDD 3600 - Developing Serious Games

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Teaches students about the issues associated with developing serious games – games that “have an explicit and carefully thought-out educational purpose and are not intended to be played primarily for amusement.” Serious Games include military games, government games, educational games, healthcare games, and other classes of games. Prer., CS 3350 and GDD 3300.
  
  • GDD 4100 - Advanced Game Design Concepts

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Teaches advanced game design concepts, including character development, storytelling and narrative, game balancing, and general level design principles. Also shows how these concepts apply to the most common game genres, as well as addressing the specific issues associated with each genre. Prer., CS 3350.
  
  • GDD 4200 - Flash Game Development

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Flash is the technology of choice for developing web-based games. This course teaches students how to use Flash and ActionScript to develop web-based games through a variety of game development projects. Prer., GDD 2200.
  
  • GDD 4400 - Artificial Intelligence for Games



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  • GDD 4500 - Online Game Development

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Teaches students about the important issues associated with developing and launching online games. Topics include both the technical challenges associated with online games and gameplay issues such as forming an online community and developing effective player interaction models. Also includes a significant review of both successful and unsuccessful online games. Prer., CS 3350 and GDD 2200.
  
  • GDD 4990 - Independent Study in Game Design and Development

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Independent study of a student-selected topic in the game design and development domain. Prer., Instructor consent.
  
  • GEOL 1010 - Physical Geology

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Study of surface features of the earth and how they were formed: rocks that make up the crust of the earth. GEOL 1010 (Lab) must be taken concurrently. Approved for LAS Natural Science area requirement.
  
  • GEOL 1020 - Historical Geology

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Development of the science of geology, study of earth history and development of life forms throughout geologic time. Three lectures and one field trip or laboratory per week. Approved for LAS Natural Science area requirement. Prer., GEOL 1010, GES 1010, or concurrent enrollment.
  
  • GEOL 1530 - Geological Development of Colorado and the West

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Three lectures and one field trip or laboratory per week. An outline of the development, through time, of the geology of Colorado. Includes a summary of the evolution of life. Last part of course is devoted to history of development of economic resources, including placer and hard rock mining, coal, oil and gas production, and oil shale. This is a course for non majors designed as a follow-up for those who have had GEOL 1010. Approved for LAS Natural Science area requirement.
  
  • GEOL 3170 - Geology and Our National Parks

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Promotes an interest in and an appreciation of the geologic aspects of our national parks. The student will be given fundamental background in the geological processes which have worked to evolve the spectacular or unique scenery found in the national parks. Because the approach to this class is of a qualitative nature, the prospective student need not have a prior background in the earth sciences. Field trips are included as part of the course content. Approved for LAS Natural Science area requirement.
  
  • GEOL 3410 - Introduction to Paleontology

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Collection, identification, classification, and uses of fossils in paleoecology, evolution, and biostratigraphy. Prer., GEOL 1020 or one year of biology or consent of instructor.
  
  • GEOL 3520 - Oceanography

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Oceans and their basins, water masses, circulation patterns, climate regulation, life zones, bottom sediments, and resources. Geologic aspects of the sea, both modern and ancient.
  
  • GEOL 3700 - Environmental Geology

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Interaction of industrial society with earth resources and geologic processes. Investigation of geologic hazards to engineering systems and problems related to resource development. Evaluation of criteria for urban planning, land utilization, waste disposal, and resource conservation. Approved for LAS Natural Science area requirement.
  
  • GEOL 4030 - Introduction to Hydrology and Ground Water

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Occurrence, movement and properties of subsurface water; introduction to groundwater geology and hydrology. Prer., GEOL 1010, GES 1010 or concurrent enrollment in MATH 1040.
  
  • GEOL 4110 - Geologic Field Methods

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Methods of geologic mapping including Brunton compass and plane table surveying utilization. Coreq., GEOL 3120. Additional field work required. Meets with GEOL 5110.
  
  • GEOL 4360 - Glacial and Periglacial Geology

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Introduction to glaciology and periglacial geology and their influence on topography, crustal rebound, and sea level; and glacial chronology for northern North America. A study of cold-climate geomorphic and climatic processes. Prer., GEOL 1001 or GES 1010. Meets with GEOL 5360.
  
  • GEOL 4630 - Principles of Geomorphology

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Systematic study of weathering, mass-wasting, fluvial, wind, and marine processes and the landforms resulting therefrom. Field work and trips required. Prer., GEOL 1010 or GES 1010 or consent of instructor. Meets with GEOL 5630, GES 4310 and GES 5310.
  
  • GEOL 4660 - Field Study in Geology

    0.5 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    A field trip to an area of special geologic interest which can occur during the winter, spring, or summer. Approved for LAS Natural Science area requirement. Meets with GEOL 5660.
  
  • GEOL 4910 - Engineering Geology

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Intensive literature review and field investigations leading to a recognition of the engineering and construction problems associated with natural hazards and earth materials such as mass movement, dam location, highway development, and building construction. Basic courses in physics, mathematics, and geology recommended. Meets with GEOL 5910.
  
  • GEOL 5030 - Introduction to Ground Water

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Same as GEOL 4030 with additional work required.
  
  • GEOL 5360 - Glacial and Periglacial Geology

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Same as GEOL 4360 with additional work required. Prer., GEOL 1010, GES 1010, GEOL 4630 preferred. Meets with GEOL 4360.
  
  • GEOL 5630 - Principles of Geomorphology

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Systematic study of weathering, mass-wasting, fluvial, wind, and marine processes and the landforms resulting therefrom. Field work and trips required. Prer., GEOL 1010 or GES 1010 or consent of instructor. Meets with GEOL 4630, GES 4310, and GES 5310.
  
  • GEOL 5660 - Field Study in Geology

    0.5 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    A field trip to an area of special geologic interest which can occur during the winter, spring, or summer. Meets with GEOL 4660.
  
  • GEOL 5910 - Engineering Geology

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Intensive literature review and field investigations leading to a recognition of the engineering and construction problems associated with natural hazards and earth materials such as mass movement, dam location, highway development, and building construction. Basic courses in physics, mathematics, and geology recommended. Will require additional field work. Meets with GEOL 4910.
  
  • GEOL 7000 - Masters Thesis

    1 Credits (Minimum) 6 Credits (Maximum)

    Masters Thesis
  
  • GEOL 9400 - Independent Study in Geology: Undergraduate

    1 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Independent work for undergraduates. By special arrangement with faculty. Only for students presenting strong geology preparation. Prer., Consent of the instructor.
  
  • GEOL 9600 - Independent Study in Geology: Graduate

    1 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Independent work for graduate students. By special arrangement with faculty only. Prer., Consent of instructor.
 

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