May 01, 2024  
Catalog 2013-2014 
    
Catalog 2013-2014 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Other Courses

  
  • RETK 1535 - High Angle/Confined Space Rescue


    (1L, 2LB, 2CR) This course will introduce students to the minimum requirements needed to safely rescue and perform elevated work.


Accounting

  
  • ACCT 0900 - Introduction to Accounting


    (3L,3CR) This course focuses on the methods, processes, and strategies necessary to analyze and understand the data used in accounting. The student will practice skills of identifying, classifying, reporting, and interpreting accounting information. Students will work problems dealing with preparation of financial statements, adjustment of information at end-of-period accounting cycles, and interpretation of the results thereof.

  
  • ACCT 1450 - CB Exam Review


    (3L,3CR) The Certified Bookkeeper Exam Review is a course that will prepare students for the Certified Bookkeeper Exam that is administered by the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers. Topics covered include adjustments, error correction, payroll, depreciation, inventory and internal controls.

  
  • ACCT 1905 - Practical Accounting I


    (3L,2LB,4CR) The fundamentals of accounting and recordkeeping as they apply to business operations including the basic use of QuickBooks software for accounting, the computation of payroll and taxes, and the preparation of financial statements are included in this course. This course is designed to help students understand the basic principles of bookkeeping and accounting. Text materials and problems on the computer should help students gain knowledge needed to keep personal records and to obtain initial employment as a bookkeeper in a small business or as a records clerk in a large business. Basic bookkeeping and accounting principles in this course also provide the foundation needed for advanced work. No credit will be given for ACCT 1905 if the student has previously earned credit in ACCT 2010  or its equivalent.

  
  • ACCT 2010 - Principles of Accounting I


    (4L,4CR) [E] Examines the fundamental concepts and procedures used in the preparation of the basic financial statements of business entities. Covers generally accepted accounting principles, accounting terminology, the usefulness of financial statements, and the role that judgment plays in accounting.

    Prerequisites: A “C” or better in ACCT 0900 , ACCT 1905  or MATH 0930 , or an ACT Math Score of 23 or better, or an appropriate COMPASS exam score within the past year.
  
  • ACCT 2020 - Principles of Accounting II


    (4L,4CR) [E] A continuation of ACCT 2010 . Accounting for corporations and partnerships. Examines reports and information needed by the management of a business to make good decisions. The role accounting information plays in aiding the functions of planning, budgeting, and control is examined.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 2010 .
  
  • ACCT 2110 - Microcomputer Accounting I


    (1L,2LB,2CR) Applying accounting fundamentals utilizing commonly used accounting software. Problems involve cash journals, general ledger, and related topics. Preparing and interpreting statements of a financial nature.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 2010 , keyboarding skill, or permission of the instructor.
  
  • ACCT 2120 - Computer Spreadsheet Accounting


    (2L,2LB,3CR) This course prepares students to interact with computerized accounting systems. Major concepts of computerized accounting will be introduced including trial balance maintenance and financial statement generation. A commonly used spreadsheet program will be used throughout the course.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 2010 .
  
  • ACCT 2410 - Intermediate Accounting I


    (4L,4CR) [E] A study of accounting principles and procedures with emphasis on analysis, interpretation, and controls. Financial statements are studied in detail from both the theoretical and practical standpoints, with a critical examination and evaluation of areas covered. (Fall semester.)

    Prerequisites: ACCT 2020 .
  
  • ACCT 2420 - Intermediate Accounting II


    (4L,4CR) [E] A continuation of ACCT 2410 . (Spring semester.)

    Prerequisites: ACCT 2410 .
  
  • ACCT 2430 - Income Tax


    (3L,3CR) This course is an introduction to federal taxation of the income of individuals. Examples and problems illustrate tax laws. Computer applications may be used to illustrate specific examples.

  
  • ACCT 2460 - Payroll Accounting


    (3L,3CR) This course examines the fundamental concepts and procedures used in payroll accounting. Usually, payroll is the largest expense of most businesses and a continuing management challenge in terms of cost control. This course will explore payroll laws and recordkeeping requirements, running a payroll, payroll reporting and accounting procedures, and payroll systems and policies.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 2010 , or permission of the instructor.
  
  • ACCT 2480 - Cooperative Education


    (1-3CR) (Max. 6) The student is afforded the opportunity to gain practical, on-the-job experience under the supervision of the accounting program coordinator and employer. A minimum of 80 hours of on the-job training represents one semester hour. The student must maintain 12 credit hours with a 2.0 GPA during the semester.

    Prerequisites: Full-time accounting major and permission of the program coordinator.
  
  • ACCT 2490 - Topics: (Subtitle)


    (1-4CR) Uncataloged accounting courses for persons who wish advance preparation in a specific discipline.

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.

Activities Professionals

  
  • APRO 1010 - Activities Professionals I


    (3L,3CR) This course presents fundamental knowledge of therapeutic activity practice with institutionalized adults. Students will learn to function effectively as members of the health care team whose common objective is to improve quality of life for the dependent adult. (Fall semester.)

    Concurrent enrollment: APRO 1970 .
  
  • APRO 1050 - Activities Professionals II


    (3L,3CR) Acquaint students with the need for activity programming and care planning for the physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and recreational needs of the ill and fragile institutionalized adult. (Spring semester.)

    Prerequisites: APRO 1010  and APRO 1970 .
    Concurrent enrollment: APRO 1971 .
  
  • APRO 1970 - Activities Professionals: Practicum I


    (6LB,3CR) This practicum strengthens the learning in the classroom by providing field experience in a long-term care setting. The field experience is coordinated with the primary instructor and an on-site practicum supervisor. The primary instructor will provide the student and practicum supervisor with practicum content and assignments. The student may be supervised on the job or as a volunteer. (Fall semester.)

    Concurrent enrollment: APRO 1010 .
  
  • APRO 1971 - Activities Professionals: Practicum II


    (6LB,3CR) A continuation of APRO 1970 . This practicum strengthens the learning in the classroom by providing field experience in a long-term care setting. The field experience is coordinated with the primary instructor and an on site practicum supervisor. The primary instructor will provide the student and practicum supervisor with practicum content and assignments. The student may be supervised on the job or as a volunteer. Integrates the team approach to providing care of institutionalized adults with practical assignments and projects. (Spring semester.)

    Prerequisites: APRO 1010  and APRO 1970 .
    Concurrent enrollment: APRO 1050 .
  
  • APRO 2010 - Advanced Management I


    (3L,3CR) This course focuses on how to apply management science principles to the delivery of activity services in a long-term care setting. (Fall semester.)

    Prerequisites: APRO 1050  and APRO 1971 .
    Concurrent enrollment: APRO 2971 .
  
  • APRO 2050 - Advanced Management II


    (3L,3CR) This course focuses on developing skills in administrative practices, communication, and community resource development from the perspective of being the director of the activity program in a long-term care setting. (Spring semester.)

    Prerequisites: APRO 2010  and APRO 1971 .
    Concurrent enrollment: APRO 2972 .
  
  • APRO 2971 - Advanced Management Practicum I


    (6LB,3CR) This practicum strengthens the learning in the classroom by providing field experience in a long-term care setting. It is designed to enhance the student’s knowledge about other departments and their responsibilities, as well as deepening the student’s understanding of the administration of the activity department. The field experience is coordinated with the primary instructor and on-site practicum supervision, if necessary. The primary instructor will provide the student and practicum supervisor with practicum content and assignments. The student may be supervised on the job or as a volunteer. (Fall semester.)

    Prerequisites: APRO 1050  and APRO 1971 .
    Concurrent enrollment: APRO 2010 .
  
  • APRO 2972 - Advanced Management Practicum II


    (6LB,3CR) This practicum strengthens the learning in the classroom by providing field experience in a long-term care setting. It is designed to enhance the student’s communication and problem solving skills with project involvement and completion. The field experience is coordinated with the primary instructor and on-site practicum supervision, if necessary. The primary instructor will provide the student and practicum supervisor with practicum content and assignments. The student may be supervised on the job or as a volunteer. (Spring semester.)

    Prerequisites: APRO 2010  and APRO 2971 .
    Concurrent enrollment: APRO 2050 .

Addictionology

  
  • ADDN 1005 - Group Process


    (2L,2CR) This course provides students with an opportunity for the study of groups and group process. These topics include, but are not limited to: development of groups, group work, group dynamics, group leadership, group process, groups for children, adolescents, adults and elderly, and specialty groups and theoretical perspectives of groups.

  
  • ADDN 1020 - Addictions Behaviors


    (2L,2CR) A study of addictive behaviors including drugs and the noningestive process addictions including gambling, sex, exercise, violence, work, power, money, and risk/sensation-seeking addictions. Aspects of lifestyle and habit that can be carried to addictive extremes are examined. Focus is on clarification of theories of addiction and current treatment practices.

  
  • ADDN 1050 - Crime and Drugs


    (2L,2CR) This course provides students with an opportunity to explore human behavior from an addiction and criminal justice perspective. This course will provide an in-depth analysis of evidence-based crime policy with coverage of drug use, crime victimization, and incarceration trends.

  
  • ADDN 1110 - Sex Offenders


    (2L,2CR) An overview of sex offenders and sexual offending includes gaining some understanding of the process of sexual offending, treatment, assessment, and prevention.

  
  • ADDN 1410 - Adolescents


    (1L,1CR) Provides an overview of the characteristics, issues, and dynamics related to addictive behaviors among adolescent populations.

  
  • ADDN 1430 - Women’s Issues


    (1L,1CR) Provides an overview of the characteristics, issues, and dynamics related to addictive behaviors unique to female populations.

  
  • ADDN 1440 - The Family


    (1L,1CR) Provides an overview of the characteristics, treatments, issues, and, dynamics related to the family.

  
  • ADDN 1470 - Inhalant Abuse


    (1L,1CR) Provides an overview of the characteristics, treatments, issues, and, dynamics related to inhalant use and abuse.

  
  • ADDN 1490 - Topics: (Subtitle)


    (1-3L,1-3CR) Specialized course work, seminars, and conferences with focus on current issues in the addictions field.

  
  • ADDN 1510 - Eating Disorders


    (2L,2CR) An examination of the most prominent eating disorders and an introduction to the addiction model.

  
  • ADDN 1520 - Anger, Addiction and Trauma


    (3L,3CR) This course provides students with an opportunity to explore anger and trauma from an addiction perspective.

  
  • ADDN 2010 - Addictions Assessment


    (3L,3CR) Provides an overview of the process of assessment of addictive behaviors including alcohol and drugs, smoking, and eating disorders. Foci are on the behavioral, psychological/cognitive-expectational, and physiological components of specific addictive behaviors.

    Prerequisites: Seven credit hours of psychology.
  
  • ADDN 2100 - Stepwork


    (2L,2CR) This course provides students with an opportunity to explore change in human behavior using a Stepwork perspective. Students will follow experiential and didactic learning to become familiar with the traditional Alcoholics Anonymous/Narcotics Anonymous 12 Steps, as well as the Medicine Wheel 12 steps, and Ksal’s 16 Steps. Stepwork has since grown to be the most widely used approach in assisting individuals with alcoholic abuse/dependence, drug abuse/ dependence, and other addictive behaviors.

  
  • ADDN 2970 - Addictionology Practicum


    (1L,10LB,6CR) Advanced addictionology students integrate previous academic learning in a scheduled and structured supervised experience in a cooperating treatment agency or facility under the supervision of a licensed professional. Students will serve a minimum of 150 hours during the semester and also attend one weekly 50 minute seminar class session. Students are required to document being addiction free for a minimum of 18 months prior to enrollment. S/U grading only.

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.

African American Studies

  
  • AAST 1000 - Introduction to African American Studies


    (3L,3CR) [E][D] This course provides a historical survey of the people of Black African heritage prior to their arrival in America and thereafter.


Agriculture

  
  • AGRI 1010 - Computers in Agriculture


    (1L,2LB,2CR) [E] Designed to familiarize students with computer applications and programs in agriculture. This course will be user-friendly and will provide the students the opportunity to use a personal computer in regards to agriculture.

  
  • AGRI 1020 - GPS and GIS in Agriculture


    (1L,2LB,2CR) A look at applications of GIS and GPS technology as it pertains to the agricultural industry. Students will learn basic GIS, GPS and cartographic principles and apply them to help solve problems or answer questions in the ag industry. Also will use other technologies such as GPS collars to track livestock grazing and remote sensed satellite imagery to help ascertain the health of grazing lands and estimate AUMs.

    Prerequisites: AGRI 1010  or permission of the instructor.
  
  • AGRI 1490 - Topics: (Subtitle)


    (1-3CR) Consists of investigations and discussions with respect to current topics in agriculture.

  
  • AGRI 2000 - Agriculture Chemicals I


    (3L,3CR) Designed to develop an understanding of agriculture chemicals, their principles and safety. Because agriculture is said to be the nation’s most dangerous industry, a special emphasis will be given to chemical safety, environmental and consumer hazards, and impacts along with federal and state laws governing agriculture chemicals. (Fall semester.)

  
  • AGRI 2010 - Agriculture Chemicals II


    (3L,3CR) A course designed to develop an understanding of agriculture chemicals and their principles that are reviewed and applied to herbicides, insecticides, and fertilizers as they relate to crop and livestock production. The students become familiar with selection methods, rates, and methods of application.

  
  • AGRI 2475 - Independent Study in Agriculture


    (1-3CR) (Max. 3) A comprehensive research study. Upon completing the project the student should present a paper and oral seminar to a committee selected by the project instructor. The problem and amount of credit received must have the approval of the instructor.

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.

Agriculture Economics

  
  • AGEC 1010 - Agriculture Economics I


    (3L,3CR) [E][CS] Will introduce the student to economics as a field of study and how it is useful to people in their daily lives. Can be used to fulfill the Human Behavior requirement for Agriculture majors only.

  
  • AGEC 1020 - Agriculture Economics II


    (3L,3CR) [E][CS] The relation of microeconomic principles to the organization, and problems facing individuals in agriculture. Can be used to fulfill the Human Behavior requirement for agriculture majors only.

    Prerequisites: AGEC 1010 .
  
  • AGEC 1100 - Introduction to Computerized Ag Records


    (3L,3CR) This course is an introduction to farm and ranch computerized records management. It covers basic farm/ranch accounting functions including all financial statements (flow of funds, income statement and balance sheet). The course compares cash versus accrual accounting and the benefits of each. The focus of this course is to develop and reinforce accounting and record management principles by utilizing the microcomputer and entering case farm/ranch data.

  
  • AGEC 2010 - Farm-Ranch Business Records


    (3L,3CR) [E] The mechanics of farm record keeping and its use as a management tool. The laboratory exercises are actual problems in farm and ranch management and record keeping.

  
  • AGEC 2020 - Farm-Ranch Business Management


    (3L,2LB,4CR) [E] Economic principles and business methods applied to analyze firms and operations. Will utilize practical problem solving techniques for variety of management problems.

  
  • AGEC 2100 - Advanced Computerized Ag Records


    (3L,3CR) This course is designed to cover advanced agriculture computerized records management. It includes advanced agriculture functions including all financial statements (flow of funds, income statement, balance sheet, and change in financial position). Advanced analysis techniques will be used to determine the financial condition of the business. The financial statements will be utilized to evaluate the efficiency of an operation through the use of index and ratio analysis.

    Prerequisites: AGEC 1100 .
  
  • AGEC 2300 - Agricultural Marketing


    (3L,3CR) An introduction to agricultural markets and marketing. Topics include the structure of United States agriculture, prices and marketing costs, government policy’s influence on marketing, effects of supply and demand on marketing, livestock and crop marketing, and risk management.

    Prerequisites: Sophomore standing.
  
  • AGEC 2370 - Farm and Ranch Appraisal


    (2L,2LB,3CR) The appraisal of agricultural property using the American Rural Appraisal System. Students will be acquainted with the factors which influence value of a property, both real and personal, and will be required to make an actual farm or ranch appraisal.

    Prerequisites: AGEC 2010 .

Agriculture Technology

  
  • AGTK 1570 - Horseshoeing


    (1L,2LB,2CR) (Max. 2) A complete course in horseshoeing, including the physiology of the feet and legs, unsoundness, hoof care, shoeing equipment, and the actual shoeing of live horses. Taught by a graduate of an accredited horseshoeing school.

  
  • AGTK 1580 - Introduction to Outdoor Recreation: Guide Outfitting


    (3L,3CR) This course is designed to familiarize the student with the outdoor recreational guide industry. Emphasis will be placed on the use of horses and mules in the outdoor guiding industry. This course is meant to be a preliminary course to an actual hands-on Outfitting/Guide Curriculum.

  
  • AGTK 1590 - Packing and Outfitting


    (0.5L,3.5LB,2CR) A course dealing with the principles and techniques involved in the use of horses as a form of transportation on the ranch or in the wilderness. Covers equipment and general procedures used in packing.

  
  • AGTK 1610 - Farm Shop I


    (1L,4LB,3CR) Common skills involving both wood and metal working tools, fitting farm tools, welding, forging, and soldering.

  
  • AGTK 1620 - Farm Shop II


    (4-8LB,2-4CR) (Max. 4) Farm machinery repair is stressed, and a large project must be planned and constructed.


American Sign Language

  
  • ASL 1200 - American Sign Language I


    (4L,4CR) This course will provide beginning level knowledge of American Sign Language, fingerspelling, deafness, and deaf culture. Emphasis will be on developing receptive and expressive language skills within the parameters of sign language using the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Language 5C’s to include: Communication, Culture, Connections, Comparisons and Community.

  
  • ASL 1220 - American Sign Language II


    (4L,4CR) This course will provide intermediate level instruction in American Sign Language, fingerspelling, deafness, and deaf culture. Emphasis will be on developing receptive and expressive language skills within the parameters of sign language.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion (C or better) of ASL 1200 .
  
  • ASL 2200 - American Sign Language III


    (4L,4CR) This course will provide advanced level instruction in American Sign Language, fingerspelling, deafness and deaf culture. Emphasis will be on developing receptive and expressive language skills within the parameters of sign language using the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Language 5 C’s to include: Communication, Culture, Connections, Comparisons and Community. This course will continue developing American Sign Language. Advanced vocabulary and ASL grammar will be taught and reinforced through classroom presentations and activities, cultural models and visual media presentation. Discussions will focus on deafness, deaf history, current trends and related topics. The direct experience method (using ASL with no voice) will be used to enhance language acquisition.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion (C or better) of ASL 1220 .
  
  • ASL 2220 - American Sign Language IV


    (4L,4CR) This course will continue advanced level instruction in American Sign Language, fingerspelling, deafness and deaf culture. Emphasis will be on receptive and expressive language skills within the parameters of sign language using the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Language 5 C’s to include: Communication, Culture, Connections, Comparisons and Community. This course will continue developing American Sign Language. Advanced vocabulary and ASL grammar will be taught and reinforced through classroom presentations and activities, cultural models and visual media presentations. Discussions will focus on deafness, deaf history, current trends and related topics. The direct experience method (using ASL with no voice) will be used to enhance language acquisition.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion (C or better) of ASL 2200  or equivalent coursework.

Animal Science

  
  • ANSC 1010 - Livestock Production I


    (3L,2LB,4CR) [E] Course covers the scope of the livestock industry with particular emphasis on breeds and types and management of beef cattle, sheep and wool, swine, dairy cattle, poultry and horses.

  
  • ANSC 1020 - Livestock Production II


    (3L,3CR) Course covers fundamental principles of genetics and animal breeding, reproductive physiology, principles of nutrition, and digestion in domestic animals. Topics also include animal health and diseases, and grading and marketing methods of slaughter and feeder animals.

  
  • ANSC 1030 - Equine Management


    (3L,3CR) [E] A basic course covering the equine industry, including classes and breeds, selection with form to function, care and management, conformation and unsoundness, health and diseases, reproduction, and feeding and nutrition.

  
  • ANSC 1040 - Equine Nutrition


    (2L,2LB,3CR) A basic course including the digestive system, nutritive needs, feed composition, metabolic and digestive disorders, vitamins and mineral nutrition, feed preparation and ration formulation, and general feeding and management.

  
  • ANSC 1100 - Artificial Insemination


    (2LB,1CR) A complete course in artificial insemination, including class work in animal breeding, physiology, nutrition, and beef cattle management, as well as actual insemination work with animals.

  
  • ANSC 1130 - Equine Management II


    (3L,3CR) A basic course covering the equine industry, including the history, care and management, reproduction, care and prevention of equine diseases, equine facilities and general equine practices.

  
  • ANSC 1150 - Animal Diseases


    (2L,2CR) A survey of the diseases common to this area in cattle, sheep, and horses. Special attention is given to sanitation, prevention, control, and eradication of disease.

  
  • ANSC 1200 - Livestock Fitting and Showing


    (1L,2LB,2CR) Designed to provide students with the necessary skills to fit and show cattle, sheep, and swine. Emphasis will be placed on the clipping of feeder calves. This course is required for all students planning to exhibit feeder calves at the Arizona National.

  
  • ANSC 1210 - Livestock Judging I


    (2L,6LB,5CR) Comparative appraisal and selection of beef cattle, sheep, hogs, and light horses. Students will be chosen from this class to represent Casper College at regional and national judging contests.

  
  • ANSC 1220 - Livestock Judging II (Advanced)


    (2LB,1CR) Advanced study in the principles of livestock selection with emphasis on judging and giving reasons.

    Prerequisites: ANSC 1210 , or permission of the instructor.
  
  • ANSC 2020 - Feeds and Feeding


    (3L,2LB,4CR) [E] Principles of animal nutrition with emphasis upon practical feeding of livestock. Particular attention is given to feeding livestock in relation to recent discoveries in nutrition, including the functions and importance of vitamins and minerals, and the necessity for proper quantity of protein rations of livestock. Economy in feeding emphasized throughout the course.

  
  • ANSC 2110 - Beef Production


    (3L,3CR) A detailed study of the feeding, breeding, marketing, and pedigrees of all major breeds of beef cattle with emphasis on problems peculiar to the beef cattle industry in Wyoming.

    Prerequisites: ANSC 1010  and ANSC 1020 .
  
  • ANSC 2120 - Sheep Production


    (3L,3CR) A detailed study of care and management of sheep flocks in the western states, with particular emphasis on problems peculiar to the range sheep industry in Wyoming.

    Prerequisites: ANSC 1020 .
  
  • ANSC 2130 - Swine Production


    (3L,3CR) Swine production in the United States including production of purebred and commercial swine: breeds, breeding, feeding, marketing, and management. Emphasis is on problems encountered in the production of swine in Wyoming.

    Prerequisites: ANSC 1010  or ANSC 1020 . Offered periodically.
  
  • ANSC 2230 - Livestock Judging II/I


    (4LB,2CR) A concentrated study of livestock selection with major emphasis on team competition and national livestock shows.

    Prerequisites: ANSC 1220 , or permission of the instructor.
  
  • ANSC 2490 - Topics: (Subtitle)


    (1-3CR) Consists of investigations and discussions with respect to current topics in animal science.


Anthropology

  
  • ANTH 1100 - Introduction to Physical Anthropology


    (3L,3CR) [E][SB] Presents basic concepts relating to the origin, evolution, biological nature, and adaptation of the human species.

  
  • ANTH 1200 - Introduction to Cultural Anthropology


    (3L,3CR) [E][CS][G] Using an ethnological approach, (comparative study of culture), this course surveys the basic concepts of cultural anthropology including cross cultural investigations of kinship, marriage, language, religion, politics, economics, and culture change.

  
  • ANTH 1300 - Introduction to Archeology


    (3L,3CR) Provides a background in archeological theories and methods and explores the ways in which prehistoric material remains can provide an understanding of human behavior.

  
  • ANTH 2000 - Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology


    (3L,3CR) [E][L] This course provides an introduction to anthropological approaches for understanding language use and interpretation within a social context.

  
  • ANTH 2210 - North American Indian


    (3L,3CR) [E][CS][D] A survey of North American Indian societies from prehistory to the present. Covers selected prehistoric cultural sequences as well as a general culture-area survey of known historic tribes and a consideration of current issues facing Native American groups.

  
  • ANTH 2475 - Independent Studies in Anthropology


    (1-3CR) (Max. 6) Provides opportunity for independent reading and more in-depth study in various fields of anthropology.

    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: previous anthropology coursework and permission of the instructor.

Art

  
  • ART 1000 - General Art: Studio


    (2L,4LB,3CR) [E][CA] General Studio Art is an introductory hands-on studio art class for non-art majors designed to give students practical experience and appreciation for the arts through a variety of media. Four media will be covered in this class: drawing, ceramics, relief printing and other media.

  
  • ART 1006 - Drawing I


    (2L,4LB,3CR) [CA] Introductory drawing emphasizing a wide range of drawing materials and methods of visual study. Fundamentals are stressed.

  
  • ART 1010 - Introduction to Art


    (3L,3CR) [E][CA] A survey of the arts produced by humans from pre-history through contemporary trends. Emphasis on the basic elements of art and visual literacy through review of a variety of media and architecture. For non-art majors only.

  
  • ART 1015 - History of Graphic Design


    (3L,3CR) This course discusses historic and contemporary design history with a focus on formal and aesthetic issues.

  
  • ART 1110 - Foundation: Two-Dimensional


    (2L,4LB,3CR) [E] Studies and sequential exercises in the basic elements of design: shape, line, value, color, and texture. Exploration of the relationships of these elements with emphasis on composition.

  
  • ART 1120 - Foundation: Three-Dimensional


    (2L,4LB,3CR) [E] A lecture and problem solving course in the basic elements and principles of three-dimensional design with emphasis on composition.

  
  • ART 1130 - Foundation: Color Theory


    (2L,4LB,3CR) [E] Studies and sequential exercises in color theory. Exploration of the relationships of hue, value, and chroma, studied in progressive exercises to enhance student’s awareness of color and its aesthetic relationships.

  
  • ART 1140 - History of Photography


    (3L,3CR)  

    This course introduces the history of photography, from its beginnings in the 19th century to contemporary artists who use photographic technologies. Photography often has multiple and contradictory subject placements. The central methodological problem of the course will be to develop critical visual literacy within the often complex and contradictory nature of photographic images that represent a diverse set of photographic practices (e.g. journalism, documentary, advertisement, fashion, art, and personal documents.)

  
  • ART 1150 - Photography I


    (2L,4LB,3CR) [E][CA] A beginning course in still photography covering the operation of cameras and photographic equipment, processing of black and white films and prints, design and the history of photography. Assignments stress a variety of subjects emphasizing the fine art of photography.

  
  • ART 1160 - Photography II


    (2L,4LB,3CR) A continuation of ART 1150  covering advanced camera and darkroom techniques including the Zone System, manipulated processes such as solarization, multiple printing, photograms, and toning. Emphasis is on the fine print and art of photography.

    Prerequisites: ART 1150 .
  
  • ART 1300 - Museum Studies


    (3L,3CR) The course provides an understanding of basic operations of a museum or gallery such as exhibit design, education, collections management, marketing, and an overview of the history and changing role of these facilities in society. The course also involves travel to Casper museums to explore their missions, services and collections.

  
  • ART 1345 - Bronze Casting


    (2LB,1CR) [E] The course is designed to acquaint the student with the basic principles of lost wax casting through traditional foundry techniques. Emphasis is on completion of a bronze casting. Procedures include wax working, mold investment, and burnout, foundry methods and finishing procedures.

  
  • ART 1495 - Photography Workshop


    (2L,4LB,3CR) A course allowing students to work at their proficiency levels from beginning to advanced photography with individualized instruction. A variety of topics may be studied. (Summer semester.)

    Prerequisites: ART 1150 .
  
  • ART 2006 - Drawing II


    (2L,4LB,3CR) Continuation of the principles of drawing, including contemporary esthetics and the human figure.

    Prerequisites: ART 1006 .
  
  • ART 2010 - Art History I


    (3L,3CR) [E][CA] A study of the visual arts produced by humans from prehistoric times to the Gothic Era. This course required for all art majors.

  
  • ART 2016 - Field Sketching


    (2L,4LB,3CR) This course presents the basic drawing skills needed to record accurate observations of the natural environment. These skills can benefit other visual art disciplines and/or serve as a foundation for drawing itself as a major discipline.

  
  • ART 2020 - Art History II


    (3L,3CR) [E][CA] A study from the Renaissance to Rococo. Political, social, and economic factors relative to the visual arts will be considered. This course is required of all art majors.

  
  • ART 2023 - Collections Management


    (3L,3CR) This course is a practical study of the duties of a museum collections manager, including the documentation, loaning, digitization, preservation, storage and care of collections.

 

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