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CR J 4233 - Senior Seminar
Description: Students learn about policy and structural changes in criminal justice agencies. Students review material covered in the core courses in order to prepare for the Major Field Test.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Intro to Criminal Justice, CR J 3013 Criminal Law I, CR J 3033 Survey in American Policing, CR J 3083 Criminal Procedure, CR J 3343 Corrections, CR J 3443 Diversity and Ethical Dilemmas in Criminal Justice, CR J 4003 Research Methods in Criminal Justice and Criminology, CR J 4223 Criminology, and CR J 4253 Juvenile Justice System with a minimum grade of C.
LAS Course: Yes
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CR J 4253 - Juvenile Justice System
Description: A survey of the juvenile justice system; including the historical, philosophical, and organizational background of the system. The course incorporates research and evaluation of the system. Also included are the functions, jurisdiction, and roles of juvenile justice agencies.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice.
LAS Course: Yes
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CR J 4263 - Victimology
Description: A study of the patterns of victim-offender relationships and the process of victimization. The following themes are explored: role of victims in the criminal process, problems of adjustment to victimization; and issues of victim compensation, restitution, and advocacy.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice.
LAS Course: Yes
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CR J 4313 - Forensics II
Description: The scope and methods of forensic science. Topics covered include the basics of the crime scene, forensic toxicology, arson, DNA, fingerprints, tool marks and firearm identification.
Credit Hours: 3
Note: May be taken before CR J 3123 Forensics I.
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CR J 4323 - Current Issues in Native American Law
Description: A discussion of current legal issues affecting Native Americans, including developments regarding the Indian Child Welfare Act, water rights, sovereign immunity and double jeopardy, land status, membership, and other current legal issues that arise.
Credit Hours: 3
Cross-listed: AIS 4323.
Note: Credit cannot be earned in both AIS 4323 & CR J 4323.
LAS Course: Yes
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CR J 4333 - Intelligence Collection and Analysis
Description: This course is designed to acquaint students with the processes of intelligence collection and analysis. In this course the processes of intelligence, the methods of how intelligence is collected and analyzed, the issues of intelligence, oversight and accountability, and the intelligence services of both the United States and other countries are examined.
Credit Hours: 3
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CR J 4363 - Biometrics and Criminal Justice
CIP Code: 430103
Description: In this course, students will examine the use of biometrics in criminal justice. Students will learn physiological and behavior indicators such as hand geometry, retina, iris, voice patterns, and handwriting. The civil liberties of individuals is also examined.
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture contact hours per week: Lecture: 3
Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice.
LAS Course: Yes
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CR J 4401 - Honors Research IV
Description: All enrolled students will present their scholarly activity. All other students are expected to attend.
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: CR J 4402 Honors Research III.
Restrictions: Honors student with senior standing.
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CR J 4402 - Honors Research III
Description: Completion of honors thesis, artistic composition or other scholarly activity.
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: CR J 3402 Honors Research II.
Restrictions: Honors student with senior standing.
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CR J 4433 - Civil Litigation, Procedure and Pleadings I
Description: This course introduces students to litigation environments and practice including knowledge of procedural law and rules and the practical application of that knowledge. Also included is a study of client contact, basic investigation, pleading practice, motion practice, discovery practice, evidence organization, evidence gathering, trial preparation, trial practice, and post-trial considerations. Student are required to draft basic pleadings, motions and discovery documents used in the litigation process.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CR J 3413 Electronic Legal Research and Writing.
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CR J 4443 - Professional Ethics
Description: Duties and responsibilities of private attorneys, prosecutors, government lawyers, and judges. Also, the role and responsibilities of the legal assistant. Examination of the Code of Judicial Conduct with emphasis on legal research and ethical issues.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CR J 3413 Electronic Legal Research and Writing.
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CR J 4453 - Family Law
Description: Family law introduces pre-marital controversies; marriage and annulment rights, duties, and liabilities of the parties during marriage; divorce, alimony, property division, custody, child support, pendent life actions, separate maintenance, and children.
Credit Hours: 3
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CR J 4463 - Torts and Litigation
Description: This course introduces students to substantive tort law with an emphasis on negligence, intentional torts, product liability and strict liability. Students develop advanced knowledge of the litigation environment including filing considerations, pleading practice, damage considerations, discovery practice, evidence considerations, pre-trial preparation, trial practice, and post-trail considerations.
Credit Hours: 3
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CR J 4483 - Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Remedies
Description: The debt collection process, including final judgments and enforcement, pre-judgment remedies, statutory liens, bankruptcy, and other elements in the collection process are addressed in this course.
Credit Hours: 3
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CR J 4493 - Wills, Trusts and Probate
Description: Introduction of the basic law, terminology, and use of forms in drafting of wills and trusts.
Credit Hours: 3
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CR J 4503 - Environmental and Wildlife Law
Description: Introduction to wildlife and environmental law with an emphasis on sustainability, conservation, and responses to both man-made and natural environmental disasters.
Credit Hours: 3
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CR J 4513 - Legal Analysis
Description: This course requires a study of advanced legal, analytical skills. Students are provided the opportunity to enhance research and writing skills. Drafting of legal documents is required and may include case briefs, legal correspondence, office legal memoranda, and court briefs.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CR J 3413 Electronic Legal Research and Writing.
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CR J 4523 - Property Law
Description: Students examine the nature and meaning of property law. Course covers possessory interests in land, future interests in land, concurrent ownership estates, adverse possession, eminent domain and other related topics.
Credit Hours: 3
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CR J 4533 - Business Organizations
Description: This course introduces students to business organizations. Topics include the laws and business practices involved in sole proprietorships, general and limited partnerships, limited liability partnerships and limited liability companies, and the legal forms that are commonly used in this practice area.
Credit Hours: 3
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CR J 4543 - Civil Litigation, Procedure & Pleadings II
Description: Students develop advanced knowledge of procedural law and rules; and the practical application of that knowledge to the litigation environment. This course includes the study of client contact, investigation, pleading practice, motion practice, discovery practice, evidence, evidence organization, evidence gathering, trial preparation, trial practice, and post-trial considerations. Students are required to draft pleadings, motions and discovery documents used in the litigation process.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CR J 4433 Civil Litigation, Procedure and Pleadings I.
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CR J 4553 - Criminal Litigation
Description: This course introduces students to the criminal litigation environment and the practical application of that knowledge. Students are required to draft basic pleadings, motions and discovery documents used in the criminal litigation process.
Credit Hours: 3
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CR J 4573 - Digital Forensics II
Description: Students will engage in numerous laboratory assignments that combine both theory and practical application of tools in digital forensic investigations. Students learn recovery of data from various file systems, dealing with encrypted files, mobile devices and detection of anti-forensic tools.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CR J 3573 Digital Forensics I.
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CR J 4593 - Capstone: Law Office Operations and Ethics
Description: Students learn appropriate law office behavior which includes the examination of ethics and diversity
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CR J 3013 Criminal Law I, CR J 3223 Evidence, CR J 3413 Electronic Legal Research and Writing, CR J 3553 Technology Applications in the Legal Environment, CR J 4113 Intro to Law and the American Court System, and CR J 4513 Legal Analysis or instructor permission.
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CR J 4613 - Social Dimensions of Disasters
Description: The study of human behavior in disasters. Topics include group disaster behavior; community social systems and disasters; and cultures, demographics, and disaster behavior distinctions.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice or instructor permission.
LAS Course: Yes
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CR J 4623 - Community Management of Hazardous Materials
Description: An introduction to the community management of hazardous materials and wastes. Includes the legal requirements of handling, storing, transportation and disposal of wastes; the politics of hazardous materials; and the protection of the public from these threats.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CRJ 3603 Introduction to Homeland Security or instructor permission.
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CR J 4663 - Disaster Response Operations and Management
Description: A study of the process of implementing a disaster plan. Includes warning systems, emergency center operations, public health issues, communications issues, and interaction with other agencies.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CR J 3603 Introduction to Homeland Security or instructor permission.
LAS Course: Yes
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CR J 4673 - International Disaster Response
CIP Code: 430302
Description: In this course students will learn how a low probability event can result in a high consequence outcome. Students will discuss and examine why planning is essential in preparing for catastrophes. Case studies will be utilized.
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture contact hours per week: Lecture: 3
LAS Course: Yes
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CR J 4683 - Legal Aspects of Terrorism and Disaster Response
Description: An overview of Patriot Act (FISA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) focusing on court decisions, administrative rules and regulation pertaining to government surveillance and the role of law enforcement in disaster response. Pertinent state and local laws will also be studied.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice or instructor permission.
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CR J 4693 - Senior Seminar in Homeland Security
Description: A capstone course focusing on current research in homeland security. Students will be required to research and present a senior project dealing with homeland security issue.
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Senior standing.
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CR J 4713 - Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment
Description: This course focuses on the planning aspects of risk. Starting with the evaluation and development of risk analysis, including risk assessment, perception of risk, risk communication, as well as risk management. This course also examines the mitigation of risk, involving technology, emergency management, disaster preparedness and response associated with all hazards. This course emphasizes the relationship with and use of risk analysis in establishing public participation, emergency preparedness, hazard mitigation, and the management of risk.
Credit Hours: 3
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CR J 4723 - Exercise Design and Evaluation
Description: Exercise Design and Evaluation provides information for local government officials, emergency managers, volunteers and other emergency service personnel who are responsible to prepare for, respond to, or recover from disasters. It is intended to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to develop and conduct disaster exercises that will test a community’s emergency operations plan and operational response capability.
Credit Hours: 3
LAS Course: Yes
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CR J 4733 - Critical Infrastructure and Resource Protection
Description: Students learn a framework for understanding Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) including the protection of physical critical infrastructure elements. The focus of this course is the predominant infrastructure sectors such as water, energy, supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), power, telecommunications, internet and cyber infrastructure.
Credit Hours: 3
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CR J 4753 - Epidemics and Pandemics
CIP Code: 430302
Description: Students in this course will examine the past record of epidemics and pandemics (an outbreak on a global scale), the social change they brought about, the current state of preparedness for any outbreaks and what the future holds. Students will read various cases from across the globe.
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture contact hours per week: Lecture: 3
LAS Course: Yes
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CR J 4763 - Information Technology and Emergency Operations Centers
Description: This course studies the infrastructure necessary in emergency management today; effective information management and appropriate technology to assist in making timely and necessary decisions and the physical structure itself, the Emergency Operations Center, where these decisions are made.
Credit Hours: 3
LAS Course: Yes
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CR J 4893 - Agency Experience in Cyber Security
Description: Students gain on the job experience in a private company, organization, department or agency.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CR J 3563 Intro to Cyber Security.
Restrictions: Junior standing or above and instructor permission.
Note: This course may be repeated for a maximum of six credit hours.
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CR J 4903 - Cyber Security Senior Seminar
Description: Students research and present on a senior project in the field of cyber security.
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Cyber Security major with senior standing and instructor permission.
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CR J 4943 - Advanced Studies in Criminal Justice
CIP Code: 430103
Description: Students in this course will read advanced interdisciplinary literature from the field of law, police, courts and corrections. Students in this course will critically examine issues and write a major research prospectus.
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture contact hours per week: Lecture: 3
Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice.
Restrictions: This course is restricted to junior and senior level Criminal Justice majors with at least 15 hours of CR J coursework. All coursework with the CR J prefix must be completed with a 3.0 GPA.
LAS Course: Yes
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CR J 4993 - Internship
CIP Code: 430103
Description: On-the-job experience in an approved criminal justice or legal agency. Procedures for the course are outlined in the INTERNSHIP MANUAL.
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Criminal Justice major with senior standing and Intern Coordinator permission.
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CR J 5033 - Crime Theory
CIP Code: 430103
Description: An overview of the development of crime theory from the Classical School to the present. Emphasis is on the social context in which various theories and perspectives emerged.
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Must be admitted to the Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s Degree Program. Credit may not be earned toward the bachelor’s degree for both CR J 4223 Criminology and CR J 5033 Crime Theory.
Note: UC
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CR J 5053 - Criminal Justice Research Methods
CIP Code: 430103
Description: Principles of scientific research; the application of rudimentary statistical principles, sampling, measuring, and interpretation. The course will examine the ways those methods can be utilized in the construction of research instruments, rating scales, and criminal justice planning.
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Must be admitted to the Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s Degree Program. Credit may not be earned toward the bachelor’s degree for both CR J 4003 Research Methods in Criminal Justice and Criminology and CR J 5053 Criminal Justice Research Methods.
Note: UC
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CR J 5193 - Crime Prevention and Control
CIP Code: 430103
Description: An examination of the principles involved in preventing crime and maintaining positive social control.
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Must be admitted to the Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s Degree Program. Credit may not be earned toward the bachelor’s degree in both CR J 4143 Crime Prevention and CR J 5193 Crime Prevention and Control.
Note: UC
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CR J 5343 - Seminar in Juvenile Justice
CIP Code: 430103
Description: An examination of evolving legal approaches and intervention strategies used in processing the youthful/violent offender. The course will address the expanded use of adult certification and youthful offender statutes along with how research informs current “get tough” juvenile policies.
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Must be admitted to the Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s Degree Program. Credit may not be earned toward the bachelor’s degree in both CR J 4253 Juvenile Justice System and CR J 5343 Seminar in Juvenile Justice.
Note: UC
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DRAM 2003 - Introduction to Drama I
Description: Students will learn basic skills related to dramatic analysis and theatre practice necessary for working in the theatre. Course assignments involve students in various lenses of script analysis, dramaturgical research, and critical response through an exploration of selected plays. Students will also explore aspects of traditional theatre production protocol. This course will prepare students to fully immerse themselves in a laboratory-based theatre experience.
Credit Hours: 3
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 2203 - Introduction to Digital Filmmaking
Description: In this course students are introduced to the art of digital filmmaking. From planning and preparation through post-production and presentation, students work in groups producing projects both in class and out of class. Students learn all aspects of the process including script breakdown, film scheduling, and basic production practices such as lighting and camera work, audio recording and mixing, and elementary editing skills.
Credit Hours: 3
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DRAM 2503 - Theatre Make-up
Description: Students will learn the practice of using materials pertinent to the art of make-up for the stage.
Credit Hours: 3
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 2763 - Theatre Appreciation
Description: A survey course designed to introduce the student to all phases of dramatic art, including literature, acting, directing and technical procedures.
Credit Hours: 3
Cross-listed: HUM 2763.
Note: Credit cannot be earned in both DRAM 2763 and HUM 2763.
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 2843 - Film Appreciation
Description: This survey course will explore film from its beginnings to the present. It will study film’s history, form, techniques, process and its impact on society.
Credit Hours: 3
Cross-listed: HUM 2843.
Note: Credit cannot be earned in both DRAM 2843 and HUM 2843.
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 2992 - Drama Practicum I
CIP Code: 500501
Description: Students will learn practical application of the basic theories regarding technical theatre production in stagecraft, sound, properties, costuming, make-up and lighting. This is a required course that provides the building blocks in each of these areas that are vital to the success of drama majors. Drama majors must complete six hours of Drama Practicum I. All students will be assigned to either the Stage Crew (Lights, Sound, Set), Props Crew or the Costume Crew (Wardrobe and Make Up). All students must complete one semester on each crew.
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture contact hours per week: Other: 4
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DRAM 3003 - Puppetry I
Description: A course focused on the art and craft of puppetry including the design and building of puppets, development of a script, and performance of puppet shows. the historical development of puppetry as well as contemporary uses of puppetry in education and child development will also be discussed.
Credit Hours: 3
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 3203 - Digital Filmmaking
Description: In this course students will explore the process of completing a short film, including writing a short screenplay/outline, scheduling, casting, shooting, recording audio, editing, post production, and presentation. Students will work individually and as a team experiencing all the crafts and crew positions that go into digital filmmaking.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: DRAM 2203 Introduction to Digital Filmmaking.
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DRAM 3263 - Acting Fundamentals
CIP Code: 500501
Description: A study and utilization of the basic principles and techniques of acting providing the beginning student with the necessary tools of observation, sensibility, imagination, and coordination of body and voice. The student will gain acting experience through presentation of scenes from distinguished dramatic literature.
Credit Hours: 3
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 3401 - Honors Research I
Description: Topic identification and literature review for scholarly activity.
Credit Hours: 1
Restrictions: Honors student with junior standing or above.
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DRAM 3402 - Honors Research II
Description: Research and development of scholarly activity.
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: DRAM 3401 Honors Research I.
Restrictions: Honors student with junior standing or above.
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DRAM 3533 - Design for the Theatre
Description: Design for Theatre is a survey course, allowing students to make clear, unified decisions using theatrical design as its medium. Students will learn fundamental principles of scenic, lighting, costume and sound design through lectures, class discussions, text analysis, and weekly projects and presentation. Topics covered include areas of the design process, including style, composition, and unity.
Credit Hours: 3
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 3553 - Fundamentals of Play Direction
Description: Students will learn the process of directing plays for the stage. Study includes an overview of the function of the director, basic script analysis, and scene work.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: DRAM 2763 Theatre Appreciation.
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 3703 - Advanced Acting
Description: Students will learn advanced techniques of acting with emphasis on psychology of character, dialects, and styles for various theatrical periods with extensive analysis of and performance in dramatic selections.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: DRAM 3263 Acting Fundamentals.
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 3713 - Voice and Diction
Description: A study of the non-technical elements of voice production and expressiveness, as well as non-verbal expression. Attention is directed toward establishing an improved vocal life through a study of the individual speech sounds and special speech problems.
Credit Hours: 3
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 3992 - Drama Practicum II
CIP Code: 500501
Description: Students will learn specialized application and theories regarding technical theatre production in stagecraft, sound, properties, costuming, make-up and lighting. This is a required course that provides special instruction in one of the areas that each student chooses to specialize. Drama majors must complete six hours of Drama Practicum II. Students in this course will be assigned to the crew in which they plan to concentrate their technical skills. The student will be assigned to the Stage Crew (Lights, Sound, Set), Props Crew or the Costume Crew (Wardrobe and Make Up).
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture contact hours per week: Other: 4
Prerequisite: DRAM 2992 Drama Practicum I.
Restrictions: Drama major with sophomore standing or above.
Note: This course may be repeated for a maximum of six credit hours.
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DRAM 4003 - Arts Management
Description: Students will learn various management aspects of operating both profit and non-profit arts organizations. Study will include an investigation of organizational hierarchy and functions, budgeting, cultural research, and collaborative planning as applied to a variety of types or arts organizations.
Credit Hours: 3
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 4013 - Advanced Play Direction
Description: Students will engage in extensive directorial analysis, explore the casting process, and direct scenes and/or a one-act play.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: DRAM 3553 Fundamentals of Play Direction.
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 4104 - Summer Theatre
Description: Various areas of the theatre are dealt with in this production-oriented course culminating in the presentation of dramatic productions.
Credit Hours: 4
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DRAM 4114 - Summer Theatre
Description: Additional study of the various areas of theatre culminating in the presentation of dramatic productions.
Credit Hours: 4
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DRAM 4303 - World Drama
Description: World drama is a survey course that covers the history of dramatic literature from the Golden Age of Greece to the present. Included are the historical as well as phenomenological approaches to critical thinking about the literary, production and practical aspects of the theatre events. Students will develop critical skills through written and oral presentations.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: DRAM 4723 History of the Theatre I and DRAM 4733 History of the Theatre II.
Cross-listed: ENGL 4333.
Note: Credit cannot be earned in both DRAM 4303 and ENGL 4333.
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 4340 - Seminar in Theatre
Description: A series of courses in which students will learn about specialized areas of theatre production.
Credit Hours: 1-3
Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of six credit hours.
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 4350 - Seminar in Theatre
Description: A series of courses in which students will learn about specialized areas of theatre production.
Credit Hours: 1-3
Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of six credit hours.
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 4360 - Seminar in Theatre
Description: A series of courses in which students will learn about specialized areas of theatre production.
Credit Hours: 1-3
Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be taken with different topics for a maximum of six credit hours.
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 4370 - Seminar in Theatre
Description: A series of courses in which students will learn about specialized areas of theatre production.
Credit Hours: 1-3
Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be taken with different topics for a maximum of six credit hours.
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 4401 - Honors Research IV
Description: All enrolled students will present their scholarly activity. All other students are expected to attend.
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: DRAM 4402 Honors Research III.
Restrictions: Honors student with senior standing.
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DRAM 4402 - Honors Research III
Description: Completion of honors thesis, artistic composition or other scholarly activity.
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: DRAM 3402 Honors Research II.
Restrictions: Honors student with senior standing.
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DRAM 4513 - Playwriting
Description: The study of the aesthetics and techniques involved in the writing of plays. Selected reading, lectures and discussions are emphasized upon writing, workshop critiques, and discussion of student plays. This course aids the student in gaining a general knowledge of dramatic structure and basic play terminology.
Credit Hours: 3
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 4523 - Stage Combat
Description: Students will learn safe and proper fighting skills for stage presentations.
Credit Hours: 3
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 4723 - History of the Theatre I
Description: The study of the development of theatre from beginnings through 1642.
Credit Hours: 3
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 4733 - History of the Theatre II
Description: The study of theatre and drama from 1642 until the present.
Credit Hours: 3
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 4763 - Creative Drama for Children
Description: Students will learn creative drama techniques for the classroom and gain practical experience in leading and planning drama-based activities designed for children.
Credit Hours: 3
LAS Course: Yes
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DRAM 4800 - Professional Semester
Description: Students will have an in-depth training experience in a professional or semi-professional setting.
Credit Hours: 1-12
Restrictions: Instructor permission.
Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated for a maximum of twelve credit hours.
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DRAM 4993 - Capstone Experience
Description: The student will complete a collection of criterion that will assess the student’s academic and artistic experiences. Criteria may include the development of a portfolio, resume, and/or demo reel, the performance of a professional audition, completion of a comprehensive exam or the presentation of research in a formal setting, and a written self-reflection essay.
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Senior standing with at least 30 hours in the major and Faculty Committee permission.
Note: To be taken in the last spring semester of coursework.
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D ED 4113 - Driver and Traffic Safety Education I
Description: A comprehensive course in driver education. This course covers basic requirements for instruction in driver education in Oklahoma
high schools.
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Must have driving experience and a valid driver’s license.
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D ED 4123 - Driver and Traffic Safety Education II
Description: Classroom instruction and practice in teaching beginning drivers; traffic research. Course requires laboratory experience.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: D ED 4113 Driver and Traffic Safety Education I.
Note: Fee required.
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D ED 4213 - Teachers Course in Safety Education
Description: A study of methods used in general safety with attention given to the prevention of accidents in the home, on the farm, at school, and in traffic.
Credit Hours: 3
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D ED 4310 - Driver Improvement Programs and Techniques
Description: Current educational and rehabilitation programs for licensed drivers under the auspices of school systems, motor vehicle departments, traffic courts, police departments, and other agencies.
Credit Hours: 1-3
Note: May not be repeated for credit.
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D ED 4373 - Organization, Administration, & Supervision of Safety Education
Description: Safety education programs at local, state, and federal levels including the administrative, instructional, and protective aspects
of a comprehensive safety program.
Credit Hours: 3
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D ED 4380 - Principles of Accident Prevention
Description: Traces the development of safety movement in the U.S., provides a background useful in handling problems and procedures of typical school, industrial, transportation, and emergency safety program.
Credit Hours: 1-3
Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated for credit with different topics.
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D ED 4390 - Directed Readings in Safety
CIP Code: 131304
Description: Current and pertinent problems in safety on an individual study or class instruction basis that are not usually presented in other course offerings.
Credit Hours: 1-4
Note: This repeatable course may be taken for 1, 2, 3, or 4 credit hours.
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D ED 4441 - Innovative Methods &Techniques of Teaching Driver Education
Description: A survey of innovative methods and techniques now used in driver education, including program instruction, multi-car range, and simulation.
Credit Hours: 1
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D ED 4541 - Use of Simulation Equipment in Driver Education
Description: Designed to provide up-to-date information, innovations, and new skills in simulation used in driver education.
Credit Hours: 1
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D ED 4641 - Driver Education for Operators of Emergency Vehicles
Description: Designed for drivers of emergency vehicles; police, fire, and ambulance operators. Special emphasis on driving under emergency conditions.
Credit Hours: 1
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D ED 4741 - Safety Education for the Elementary Teacher
Description: Survey of problems in safety confronted by elementary teachers, with special emphasis on pedestrian and bicycle safety.
Credit Hours: 1
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ECED 3401 - Honors Research I
Description: Topic identification and literature review for scholarly activity.
Credit Hours: 1
Restrictions: Honors student with junior standing or above.
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ECED 3402 - Honors Research II
Description: Research and development of scholarly activity.
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: ECED 3401 Honors Research I.
Restrictions: Honors student with junior standing or above.
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ECED 4113 - Creative Expression for Early Childhood
Description: Explore stages of development of children in the arts; develop techniques and materials to use in basic art media; develop skills and leadership in music activities through use of an expanded repertoire of traditional rhythms, chants, folk songs, singing games, and action songs; explore play, improvisation and dramatization in creative dramatics.
Credit Hours: 3
Cross-listed: ECED 5113.
Note: Credit cannot be earned in both ECED 4113 and ECED 5113. GC
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ECED 4153 - Early Childhood Literacy
CIP Code: 131210
Description: The students will explore language arts in relationship to developmentally appropriate practices of Early Childhood children. They will learn how to promote language and literacy development. This includes exploring methods of teaching, listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing, and visual representation with emphasis on the interrelationships among the arts.
Credit Hours: 3
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ECED 4213 - Cognitive Development of Young Children & the Integrated Curriculum
Description: Examines cognitive development and instructional concerns related to the young child’s learning of science, social studies and mathematics. Special emphasis is given to the teaching process and inquiry. This will involve the candidate creating constructivist learning experiences in the field.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: ECED 4113 Creative Expression for Early Childhood or ECED 4313 Development of Early Childhood Programs with a minimum grade of C.
Restrictions: Full acceptance into the College of Education.
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ECED 4313 - Development of Early Childhood Programs
CIP Code: 131210
Description: Teacher education candidates will learn about historical figures and educational models that underlie current educational practices. In addition, they will identify the essential features of early child development and developmentally appropriate classroom environments.
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture contact hours per week: 3
Prerequisite: EDUC 3313 Clinical Teaching/Pre-Internship I with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.
Restrictions: Minimum 2.50 GPA.
Cross-listed: ECED 5313.
Note: Credit cannot be earned in both ECED 4313 and ECED 5313. GC
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ECED 4401 - Honors Research IV
Description: All enrolled students will present their scholarly activity. All other students are expected to attend.
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: ECED 4402 Honors Research III.
Restrictions: Honors student with senior standing.
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ECED 4402 - Honors Research III
Description: Completion of honors thesis, artistic composition or other scholarly activity.
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: ECED 3402 Honors Research II.
Restrictions: Honors student with senior standing.
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ECED 4513 - Organization & Implementation of Early Childhood Programs
CIP Code: 131210
Description: Teacher education candidates will synthesize early childhood education course content as they plan, teach, and assess developmentally appropriate lessons in diverse early childhood settings. In addition they will learn about thematic unit planning, grouping, interest centers, anti-bias materials and curriculum, time management, and family engagement.
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture contact hours per week: 3
Prerequisite: Six hours from ECED 4113 Creative Expression for Early Childhood, ECED 4213 Cognitive Development of Young Children and the Integrated Curriculum, ECED 4313 Development of Early Childhood Programs.
Co-requisite: EDUC 4032 Pre-Internship II.
Restrictions: Must be admitted to Teacher Education and have a minimum 2.50 GPA.
Note: Laboratory experience is required. If not taken concurrently with EDUC 4032 (Pre-Intern II), student must enroll in one hour practicum EDUC 4811 or 4921.
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ECED 4563 - Classroom Management for Early Childhood
Description: Teacher education candidates will learn about developmentally appropriate concepts and strategies related to managing Pre-K - third grade classrooms. In addition, they will learn how to organize their classroom with respect to scheduling, selection of materials, planning curricular experiences, and managing behavioral issues in a caring and respectful classroom community.
Credit Hours: 3
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ECED 4810 - Practicum
CIP Code: 131210
Description: Students apply their knowledge and skills to complete 50 clock hours working with students in an early childhood classroom.
Credit Hours: 1-2
Co-requisite: ECED 4513 Organization & Implementation of Early Childhood Programs.
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ECED 4813 - Birth to Two Development
CIP Code: 130101
Description: This early childhood education course will focus on models, principles, curriculum, and practices of developmentally appropriate infant-toddler care and education. Particular emphasis will be placed on developing the knowledge base, skills, and dispositions necessary for teachers to plan and facilitate the development of diverse young children ages birth to two in group care settings.
Credit Hours: 3
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ECON 2213 - Principles of Microeconomics
Description: An introduction to modern microeconomics. Topics considered include market structures and functioning, cost and supply relationships, consumer behavior, demand theory, product and resource pricing, revenue and profit relationships, and business ethics.
Credit Hours: 3
LAS Course: Yes
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