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Horticulture
	HORT 310 - Commercial Vegetable Production Credits: 3 Production and management of commercial vegetable crops; includes planting, cultural care, harvesting and post-harvesting procedures and marketing. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HORT 315 - Landscape Structures and Materials Credits: 4 Course combines lecture, drawing and hands-on labs covering an array of hardscape materials including retaining walls, decks and arbors, patios, fencing, edging, pools and more. Weekly: 2 lectures and a 3-hour lab $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HORT 340 - Land Surveying Credits: 2 Course introduces the principles of land surveying such as measurements of distance, elevation and angles, instrumentation and mapping, and GIS. Weekly: 1 lecture and a 2-hour lab $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HORT 350 - History of Landscape Architecture Credits: 3 A study of landscape history throughout civilization and its impact upon society and the environment. Course will look at the origin of landscape architectural styles and characteristics, and explore the influence of historical landscape design personalities upon the American landscape. Course Attribute: Art History course Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HORT 360 - Arboriculture Credits: 3 Care of shade and ornamental trees living under environmental stress of urbanization, their legal protection and value. Includes tree anatomy and physiology, soils, nutrition and water relationships, transplanting, disease and insect control, mechanical injury and pruning to develop a healthy tree. Weekly: 2 lectures and a 3-hour lab $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab Offering: Fall, alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HORT 365 - Urban Landscape Design Credits: 3 Designing landscapes to meet the environmental challenges and conditions of urban spaces. Circulation patterns for conducting business, aesthetic and functional aspects of design for corporate/institutional, governmental agencies and municipal areas. $ - Course or lab fee Course Attribute: Service course Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Recommended: HORT136, 137. Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab Offering: Spring, alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HORT 369 - Greenhouse Environment and Production Credits: 3 Concepts and principles of commercial plant production in the greenhouse environment. Topics include structure and environment of the greenhouse, production of bedding and potting plants and cut flowers. Weekly: 2 lectures and a 3-hour lab $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HORT 375 - Landscape Estimating Credits: 3 An introduction to the estimating process for landscape design, construction and maintenance work. Various schedules and forms are used to assign costs of equipment, plants, hardscape materials, labor and overhead. The many variables from project to project are explored and then formulas are applied to arrive at making landscape installations an efficient and profitable business. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HORT 378 - Integrated Insect/Disease Management Credits: 4 Study of significant diseases and insects of agricultural and horticultural plant materials, including life cycles and influence of environmental conditions; determination of effective control methods for crop, ornamental and turfgrass production. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Lab Offering: Spring, alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HORT 429 - Computer Landscape Design Credits: 3 Principles and practices of computer-aided landscape design, including creating scale perimeter plot plans, using drawing tools, plant/site relationships, and graphic imaging leading to a computer- generated landscape drawing. Laboratory emphasizes skill development and proficiency in integrating software and hardware to create CAD-generated landscape designs. Prior landscape drawing course work is recommended. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Studio Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HORT 441 - Advanced Landscape Graphics Credits: 4 Advanced exploration and application of graphics applying to all aspects of landscape architecture. Working in multiple environments and media. Work will include plan view, 2D and 3D hand graphics. Products will be professional quality presentations including both artistic and verbal communication skills. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Recommended: HORT136 and 137 Schedule Type: Studio Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HORT 442 - Advanced Site Design Credits: 4 Landscape Architecture concepts relating to the challenging problems of design. Field application through live projects encompassing all aspects of landscape architecture and presentation. This class is focused on synthesizing significant previous class work and applying it to a real customer setting. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Recommended: HORT136, 137, 226, 227, 228 and 441 Schedule Type: Studio Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Interdisciplinary Studies
	IDSC 278 - Study Tour: Credits: 0 Travel to destinations relevant to individual programs of study. Classes will be selected from department(s) offerings. Fee may be required. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Blended Learning College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDSC 280 - Cooperative Education in______(subject area) Credits: 0.5,1 Supervised work experience with a cooperating industry, agency, or institution. The student is supervised by his/her department. At least 175 hours of work required per credit. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above and permission of the department chair. Students must apply and be accepted one semester in advance of their planned cooperative education experiences. Repeatable: Repeatable up to 1 credit Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDSC 294 - Off-Campus Study in __________ Credits: 3–15 See advisor for details. Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 12 credits Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDSC 296 - Student Missionary/Taskforce Experience Credits: 0 $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDSC 380 - Cooperative Education in______(subject area) Credits: 0.5,1 Supervised work experience with a cooperating industry, agency, or institution. The student is supervised by his/her department. At least 175 hours of work required per credit. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above and permission of the department chair. Students must apply and be accepted one semester in advance of their planned cooperative education experiences. Repeatable: Repeatable up to 1 credit Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDSC 394 - Off-Campus Study in __________ Credits: 0–15 See advisor for details. Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDSC 456 - Integrated Science Credits: 4 This course is designed to provide a science experience that models what science professionals do in the real world. This course will integrate content from life, physical and earth science using a project driven, problem solving approach. Laboratory and lecture experiences are integrated continuously and include a strong technology component. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDSC 596 - Student Missionary/Taskforce Experience Credits: 0 $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
International Development Administration Studies
	IDAS 597 - Portfolio Credits: 1 An organized collection of educational and professional accomplishments is produced. This will include basic personal and background information, a profile of the Focus area, outstanding academic work, and other artifacts acquired to demonstrate achievements and competencies related to international development. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDAS 610 - Ethics in Development Credits: 2 Examination of theoretical foundations of ethics in community and international development. Ethical dimensions of policies and practices of major development players are investigated. Focus on contemporary approaches to development ethics in terms of purposes, roles, participants and audiences. Introduction of frameworks for ethical decision-making. Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDAS 613 - Applied Statistical Methods Credits: 2 Analysis of data using descriptive and basic inferential statistics, frequency distribution, measures of central tendency, sampling, distribution, levels of significance in hypothesis testing, correlation, t-tests, one way analysis of variance, simple linear regression, and chi-square. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Schedule Type: Interactive Online College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDAS 620 - Strategic Planning in Global Leadership Credits: 3 A multi-disciplinary course which focuses on current and emerging issues of organizational leadership. The course will teach the role of creating a meaningful strategic plan for an effective administrative system for organizations to survive intensifying globalization. Components include the strategic planning process, roles of board and staff, critical importance of a stakeholder analysis, the purpose of mission and vision, and the difference between goals, strategies and objectives. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDAS 623 - Development Research Methods Credits: 2 Background and experience in understanding quantitative and qualitative research designs as they relate to the student’s Focus area. Topics include the research process, defining variables, formulating and stating the problem, planning and designing the research, conducting literature review, instrumentation, data collection procedures, researchers ethical and legal responsibilities and basic data analysis. Students are expected to develop a research proposal. Pre- or co-requisite IDAS613. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Prerequisite/Corequisite: IDAS613 Schedule Type: Interactive Online College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDAS 630 - Program Design and Evaluation Credits: 3 Introduction to concepts and methods of conducting community needs assessment and capacity mapping. Development of skills in selecting, analyzing, interpreting and presenting data affecting program planning and implementation. Considers complex interactions affecting program accountability and outcomes. Provides practical opportunity to exercise skills needed for project design and grantmanship. Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDAS 635 - Professional Training: Focus Area Credits: 2–3 Students are required to participate in Professional Training related to the selected Focus area, culminating in a synthesis paper on best practices learned during the training. In addition, the student will design and implement a Colloquium to present best practices in the Focus area. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDAS 640 - Topics: _______________ Credits: 1–3 Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDAS 650 - Project Continuation Credits: 0 Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDAS 655 - Program Continuation Credits: 0 Registration for this title indicates part-time status. Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDAS 670 - Comprehensive Examinations Credits: 0 Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDAS 680 - Field Practicum: Focus Area Credits: 2 The Field Practicum integrates International Development theory into practice. There are two options to fulfill the Field Practicum. Students will complete either; (1) a baseline and benchmarking study to understand best practices in the focus area; or (2) complete an internship of 300 hours in a sponsoring organization. The course culminates with an oral presentation of the students’ findings and experiences. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDAS 690 - Independent Study Credits: 1–3 Individualized reading or research in a specified area under the guidance of an instructor. Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 6 credits Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDAS 696 - Specialization Essay: Focus Area Credits: 1 Students are required to broaden knowledge in their Focus area through synthesizing and critiquing scholarly journal articles, professional association publications, publications of multi-government organizations such as the United Nations or the World Bank, publications by various international non-government organizations, or internet resources. The outcome of this literature review will be a “Specialization Essay.” Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IDAS 697 - Research Project Credits: 3 A research project is carried out by a master’s degree candidate in which mastery of the research process is demonstrated. The student is expected to choose a research topic related to his/her Focus area. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 4 credits Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Information Systems
	INFS 120 - Foundations of Information Technology Credits: 3 Explores computing history, software, web technologies, basic network security, ethics, and future trends in information technology. Labs are modularly designed to meet specific academic program needs which include Windows, Mac OSX, presentations, word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, use of online resources and basic web development. Weekly: two 1-hour lectures and two 2-hour labs Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Familiarity with word-processing and typing speed of at least 20 wpm Recommended: Recommended math placement exam score of M0 or better, or MATH 092 or higher Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab, Interactive Online Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INFS 215 - Information Systems Theory and Application Credits: 3 Focuses on extending the students skills in applications and explores information systems theory. Applications focused on include advanced spreadsheet, PC database usage, and the development of interactive web pages. Students also gain an understanding of organizational systems, planning, the decision process, and decision support technologies. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: INFS 120 Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INFS 226 - Information Technology Hardware and Software Credits: 3 Provides the hardware/software technology background to enable systems development personnel to understand tradeoffs in computer architecture of effective use in a business environment. Single-user, central, and networked computing systems; single and multi-user operating systems are all examined. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INFS 235 - Business Programming Credits: 3 Explores programming, computer concepts and the design of business applications using both object-oriented and procedural methodologies. Covers the logical and physical structures of both programs and data. Emphasizes data and file processing. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: INFS 120 Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INFS 310 - Networks and Telecommunications Credits: 3 Covers data communications and networking, covering hardware and software. Emphasis upon the analysis and design of PC networking applications. Management of telecommunications networks, cost-benefit analysis, and evaluation of connectivity options are also covered. Students learn to evaluate, select, and implement different communication options within an organization. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: INFS 226 Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INFS 318 - Business Systems Analysis and Design Credits: 3 Provides an understanding of the system development, modification, decision process, and choices in business process development and reengineering methodology. Emphasizes integration with users and user systems. Encourages interpersonal skill development, operations and maintenance of the system, and covers quality and decision theory, information theory, and practice. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: INFS 215 Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INFS 397 - Topics in _______ Credits: 1–3 Intensive study of selected topics of current interest in the sub-discipline area noted and not ordinarily covered in depth in other courses. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture Special Approval: Instructor permission required. College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INFS 428 - Database Systems Design and Development Credits: 3 Covers information systems design, theory, and implementation within a database management system environment. Students demonstrate their mastery of the design process acquired in earlier courses by designing and constructing a physical system using database software to implement the logical design. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: INFS 235, INFS 318 or CPTR 460 Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INFS 436 - Web-Based Business Systems Credits: 3 Explores the technologies and strategies of current and emerging trends in e-business. Looks at electronic commerce system design and implementation, and the interaction between web pages and databases. Security and legal concerns are also addressed. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: INFS 310, INFS 428 Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INFS 447 - Project Management Credits: 3 Covers the factors necessary for successful management of system development or enhancement projects. Both technical and behavioral aspects of project management are discussed. Focus is on management of development for enterprise-level systems. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: INFS 428 Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INFS 457 - Certification Support Credits: 3 Provides background and support necessary for students to pursue various software certification exams such as the MCSE series and the CNE exams. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: INFS 310 Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INFS 497 - Advanced Topics in ____________ Credits: 3 Topics of current interest in the sub-discipline area noted not ordinarily covered in depth in other courses. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture Special Approval: Instructor permission required. College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INFS 510 - Management Information Systems Credits: 3 Covers current issues that effective managers must address as their organizations grow increasingly dependent on information technologies. Topics include hardware, software, telecommunications, networking and the management challenges involving these technologies. Extensive use of case studies. Word processing and spreadsheet skills are assumed. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Blended Learning Offering: Summer, alternate years College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
International Language Studies
	INLS 121 - Elementary _______ I Credits: 3 significant aspects of culture of the foreign language—oral and listening work stressed. A one-hour lab per week is required. Language options can be discussed with the Department of INLS. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INLS 122 - Elementary _______ II Credits: 3 Grammar with reading and writing continued in the context of significant aspects of culture of the foreign language—oral and listening work progressively increased. A one-hour lab per week is required. Language options can be discussed with the Department of INLS. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INLS 235 - Intermediate ________________ Credits: 4 Grammar, reading, composition, oral and aural exercises in the context of significant aspects of the culture of the foreign language. A one-hour lab per week is required $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): INLS 122 with a minimum grade of C or permission of the instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INLS 295 - Directed Study/Readings/Research/Project Credits: 1–3 In the area of language, culture, literature, or international trade. INLS495 is open only to qualified upper division students. Permission of instructor required. Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Blended Learning, Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INLS 330 - French/Spanish Service Fieldwork Credits: 1,2 Designed for students having an advanced level of proficiency in French or Spanish. Services may include activities such as mentoring international students on and off campus, tutoring, interpreting and translating for community and government agencies. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 2 credits Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INLS 400 - Topics in ____________ Credits: 3 A study of selected topics in language, culture, literature, or international trade. Topic and credits to be announced. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INLS 458 - Methods of Foreign Language Instruction: K–12 Credits: 3 An overview of approaches and practical techniques in foreign language instruction as well as the theoretical notions underlying current trends in classroom practice. Topics of study will include pedagogical practices and research in FL teaching, ways of using that research, and practical applications of instructional methods. This course focuses on methods for K–12. Attending the Michigan World Language Association Conference in Lansing is required. Required for teacher certification. Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INLS 478 - Study Tour: Credits: 0 Travel to destinations relevant to individual programs of study. Classes will be selected from department(s) offerings. Fee may be required. $ - Course or lab fee Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Blended Learning College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INLS 490 - Language and International Trade Internship/Practicum Credits: 3 A one-semester, full-time work assignment which provides the opportunity to extend theoretical classroom learning in an appropriate setting in the U.S. or abroad. A final report is required. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INLS 495 - Directed Study/Readings/Research/Project Credits: 1–3 In the area of language, culture, literature, or international trade. INLS495 is open only to qualified upper division students. Permission of instructor required. Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INLS 575 - Topics in _______ Credits: 1–3 A study of selected topics in language, literature, or civilization. Topics and credits to be announced. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INLS 590 - Directed Study/Reading/Research/Project Credits: 1–3 Studies in the area of French/Spanish language, literature, or civilization, as determined in consultation with the instructor. Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Interior Design
	INT 200 - Color Theory Credits: 3 This course introduces students to the aesthetic, historical, perceptual, scientific, and psychological aspects of color and light and the implication of color principles and theories to interior design. Students will explore color through experimentation, observation and evaluation. Relevant design projects will be analyzed for their use of color theory. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INT 300 - Materials & Methods Credits: 2 In this course students will examine non-textile based materials, available resources, and methods of production, construction and installation. Through a study of current product applications, they will learn how to select, specify and apply appropriate materials and finishes on the basis of aesthetics, material cost, environmental impact and performance. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INT 315 - History and Theory of Interiors Credits: 3 This course is a survey of interior design throughout history. Emphasis is given to the historical, theoretical and cultural influences that have affected the design of the interior environment from antiquity through present-day. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): HIST 117 , HIST 118 , ENGL 115 . Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INT 341 - Interior Design Studio I Credits: 5 Intermediate design studio building on previous design principles. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): ARCH 247 & acceptance into Professional Degree Program. Schedule Type: Studio College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INT 342 - Interior Design Studio II Credits: 5 Intermediate design studio building on previous design principles. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): INT 341 . Schedule Type: Studio College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INT 420 - Textiles Credits: 3 This course introduces students to the technical and aesthetic aspects of textiles and their use in interior design. Emphasis is placed on product knowledge, specifications, technology, safety, testing, and terminology. New textiles and fibers and their application and performance will be studied. Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INT 435 - Professional Practice Credits: 3 This course explores standard business procedures commonly associated with the practice of interior design. Students will study various types of design practices, financial management and compensation, ethical practices, professional development, legal liability, and issues related to licensing and certification. The management of a typical interior design project will be studied, including writing proposals and contracts, specifications, bidding procedures, budgets, construction schedules, contractor negotiations and collaboration, and project administration. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INT 441 - Interior Design Studio I Credits: 5 Advanced design studio building on previous design principles. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): INT 342 Schedule Type: Studio College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	INT 442 - Interior Design Studio II Credits: 5 Advanced design studio building on previous design principles. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): INT 441 Schedule Type: Studio College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Italian
	ITLN 141 - Elementary Italian I Credits: 3 ignificant aspects of culture–oral and listening work stressed. A one-hour lab per week is required $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab Offering: Fall, alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ITLN 142 - Elementary Italian II Credits: 3 Grammar and reading continued: oral and listening work progressively increased. A one-hour lab per week is required. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): ITLN171 with a minimum grade of C or permission of the instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ITLN 436 - Contemporary Italian Culture Credits: 3 Studies of the life and people of Italian speaking countries through lectures and readings in standard Italian. Readings are related to geography, history, politics, business, social problems, arts, and literatures. Conducted entirely in Italian. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ITLN 468 - Italian Fine Arts, Literature and Film Credits: 3 Analysis and comparison of artistics differences between selected pieces of Italian literature and their film adaptation. Emphasis on language and all artistic expressions connected to the identity of the Italian culture and society. Conducted entirely in Italian. Weekly: 3 lectures Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Journalism
	JOUR 140 - Media, Culture and Society Credits: 3 A study of how media affects our popular culture and to critically assess the role of media in our lives. Beginning with the invention of mass communication and using culture as a thematic approach, students study the broad and overlapping media. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	JOUR 230 - Beginning Media Writing Credits: 3 Aimed at all communication majors, media writing introduces students to writing targeted communication in a journalistic style. They learn the basics of journalistic writing for various media (i.e., newspapers, radio and television), public relations press releases, basic features and editorials, the importance of audience for any written communication as well as the values of timeliness, objectivity, and fairness critical to any communication career. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Ability in word-processing. Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	JOUR 241 - Intro to News Production Credits: 3 An introduction to basic news production. Topics will include story structure, writing to picture, interview techniques, shooting, editing, pitching your stories and yourself to media outlets. Lab experience is expected. Course culminates in the production of a short hard news story. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	JOUR 330 - Advanced Media Writing Credits: 3 Continues on the foundation of Beginning Media Writing, helping students to develop a deeper understanding of journalism and its place in society. Students learn how to cover a journalistic “beat”, develop sources, and how to research in-depth stories. Students also practice the art of the interview and learn the rights and obligations of reporters and communicators in any media. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): JOUR230. Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	JOUR 342 - Advanced News Production Credits: 3 Students will write, shoot, report, produce and anchor news stories. Students will rotate through different jobs, which will expose them to newsroom and studio operations. Editorial decision-making and production management is emphasized. Students will concentrate on producing hard news and feature reports. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	JOUR 350 - News Editing for Electronic Media Credits: 3 Using news industry’s editing standards, this course will assist students to develop techniques to edit news for the electronic media consistent with broadcast quality. This course will emphasize the roles and responsibilities of an editor including deadlines and ethics. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	JOUR 375 - Photojournalism Credits: 3 Practice in the composition of good news pictures and in producing the picture story. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): JOUR230, PHTO115. Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	JOUR 389 - Internship in Journalism Credits: 1–3 Students work full time at journalistic enterprises. At least 90 clock hours per credit of work experience are required. Obtain procedures and guidelines from the department. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 3 credits Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	JOUR 436 - Electronic News Magazine Production Credits: 3 Students will receive individual coaching, as they complete a 20–30 minute work of video storytelling designed to be the capstone of their studies in electronic news. Emphasis will be placed on production techniques, reporting and storytelling. The expectation is that work produced by students in this course will be of broadcast quality for media such as television, the Internet, or at a film festival. $ - Course or lab fee Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	JOUR 440 - Magazine and Feature Writing Credits: 3 This course emphasizes developing original ideas and content for the specific, niche audiences served by magazines and focuses on how to think and write for magazines and newspapers. $ - Course or lab fee Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	JOUR 445 - Publication Production Credits: 3 The theory and practice of planning and producing of any publication, be it newspaper, magazine or newsletter. Students will learn the value of careful editing and basic layout from an editor’s perspective. Practice in editing copy, writing headlines, composing picture captions, planning layout and designing pages, as well as tips and tricks on project production, will be covered. $ - Course or lab fee Swing course Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): JOUR 230 . Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	JOUR 450 - Multimedia Journalism Credits: 3 In the context of media convergence, this course embraces storytelling for delivery across various media platforms. Hands-on production focuses on news content for print, broadcast (TV and radio), new media (Internet, blogs, vodcasts, podcasts and interactive elements). $ - Course or lab fee Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	JOUR 455 - Media Law and Ethics Credits: 3 Case studies of court decisions affecting the mass media in the United States and the place of the ethical journalist in society. Consideration of the development of freedom, censorship, libel, privacy, obscenity laws, and the relationship between the press and the courts and freedom of information, and broadcast regulation. $ - Course or lab fee Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	JOUR 465 - Advanced Topics in Journalism:__________ Credits: 3 Study of selected topics in Journalism. Topic to be announced in advance. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 15 credits with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	JOUR 496 - Portfolio and Journalism Capstone Credits: 3 A practical capstone class which helps students integrate and synthesize material acquired in their major and make practical applications to relevant professional standards and expectations of the job market. Students are required to complete their portfolios including mission statements and samples of performance in their major, and give evidence of an organized job search. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Leadership
	LEAD 101 - Fundamentals of Leadership Credits: 2,3 An exploration of essential personal and interpersonal qualities of a leader. Emphasis is given to teambuilding, problem solving, strengths discovery and unlocking creativity. Following this course, students may apply to the Undergraduate Leadership Certificate Program. Students may receive credit for only LEAD101 or LEAD 301. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	LEAD 200 - Practicum:____________ Credits: 0 nt plan for the semester under advisement of the Leadership Program. This plan will focus on one of three impact zones: Self, Others or Organizations (Orgs). It will include a growth strategy for 1) Leadership Theory—expanding the student’s knowledge base by attendance and participation in approved instructional co-curricular opportunities; and 2) Leadership in Action—engagement in experiential learning through an individualized leadership action plan, including action steps, goal setting, implementation, journaling and semester-end assessment. Required of all Leadership Certificate students each semester in residence. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	LEAD 220 - Creative Problem Solving Credits: 3 This course explores how to proceed when confronted by problems too ambiguous, complex and messy to be addressed directly through technical strategies. It seeks to increase the participants’ understanding of creativity and critical thinking to improve their problem-solving skills. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Spring College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	LEAD 301 - Leadership and Mentoring Credits: 2,3 In addition to an exploration of essential personal and interpersonal qualities of a leader, this course will place a special focus on mentoring. Emphasis is given to teambuilding, problem solving, strengths discovery and unlocking creativity. Upon completion students may apply to the Undergraduate Leadership Certificate Program. Students may receive credit for only LEAD101 or 301. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): At least junior class standing. Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	LEAD 310 - Theories of Leadership Credits: 3 A study of classical and modern theories of leadership, leadership styles, the role of leadership in changing social reality. It will include a sample research project. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	LEAD 320 - Introduction to Coaching Credits: 3 This course will equip students with tools and methods for being successful coaches in their context. The essence of coaching is to help others develop themselves via a purposed relationship. The basis of this relationship is a spirit of partnership and collaboration. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	LEAD 496 - Leadership Capstone Credits: 1 Development and presentation of a leadership portfolio. This includes reflection papers describing personal growth and increasing theoretical understanding and final synthesis papers. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Prerequisite(s): LEAD 101 or LEAD 301 , permission of instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	LEAD 497 - Special Projects in Leadership Credits: 1–3 By special permission of the Leadership Program. Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	LEAD 498 - Leadership Change Project Credits: 1–3 A leadership project in which the student identifies needed change in areas relating to their intended career path; creates a plan, attempts the change and studies the resulting relationships and processes. A written presentation of the project is required. Course limited to undergraduate certificate students. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	LEAD 499 - Independent Study: Topic Credits: 1–3 Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent Special Approval: Permission of curriculum advisor and independent study supervisor required. College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	LEAD 525 - Public Relations: Community Partnerships Credits: 2,3 Reviews research on public relations and strategies for improving community relationships and strengthening partnerships with community groups. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 3 credits Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	LEAD 530 - Educational Marketing Credits: 1,2 Provides the foundation knowledge and skills for understanding, planning, and designing marketing plans for educational institutions. Focuses on elements of marketing such as mission statement, target market, image, position, and the market mix (product, price, place, and promotions). Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 2 credits Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.

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