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ARH 494 - Renaissance Research Seminar
Focus on special topics selected by the instructor in the field of Renaissance History of Art. Students will define and research their own individual projects, present them within the forum of the seminar, with the aim of delivering them at a professional conference and bring them to fruition as publishable papers. May be repeated for credit.
Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition, Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives, Artistic and Creative Expression and Writing Intensive Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
permission.
Credits: 3
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ARH 495 - Modern/Post-Modern Seminar
An advanced examination of major theoretical tendencies in modern and contemporary visual art, this seminar stresses connections with the other arts and various conceptual frames, such as Marxism, existentialism, structuralism and post-structuralism. Entails intensive reading, research and writing on selected topics that vary semester to semester. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites & Notes
ARH 262 or ARH 263 or permission.
Credits: 3
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ARH 496 - Field Experience in Art History
Students engaged in professional activities related to their area of study may apply for supervision and credit for the project.
Prerequisites & Notes
Junior or senior standing and permission.
Credits: Ar
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ARH 497 - Independent Study in Art History
Advanced independent study or research and writing projects in the history of art and related areas.
Prerequisites & Notes
Junior or senior standing and permission.
Credits: Ar
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ARH 498 - Directed Study in Art History
Advanced directed study or research and writing projects in the history of art and related areas.
Prerequisites & Notes
Junior or senior standing and permission.
Credits: Ar
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ARH 499 - Capstone Experience in History of Art
As a guided practicum, this course will have senior majors draw from the full breadth of their undergraduate experiences in the History of Art. Requires students to research a focused project developed from primary source materials, in an investigation that will result in a professional presentation, namely a publishable paper, a public lecture, a museum show or an equivalent.
Satisfies the General Education Capstone Experience Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
permission.
Credits: 3
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ARH 597 - Independent Graduate Study
Entails advanced research and writing projects in the history of art.
Prerequisites & Notes
Graduate standing and permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 - 3
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ART 100 - Drawing I
The fundamentals of drawing through creative exercises exploring the principles of line, value, texture, space, and form. Examines various media and their relationship to expression and composition.
Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement. Lab 6.
Credits: 3
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ART 110 - 2-D Design
Fundamentals of basic design through studio experience. Covers analysis of design, composition and basic perceptual and aesthetic aspects of color. Uses a series of problems that explore the areas listed above.
Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement. Lab 6.
Credits: 3
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ART 120 - 3-D Design
An introduction to the fundamentals of three dimensional design including volume, mass, line, plane, space and time. Uses a series of problems that explore the areas listed above.
Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement. Lab 6.
Credits: 3
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ART 180 - Photography I
Fundamentals of black and white photography, including film processing, printing and print control, camera basics, exposure, photographic history, lighting, and the art of photography. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
Art majors must have permission of advisor.
Credits: 3
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ART 182 - Photography and Digital Imaging
A basic course in photography that includes use of computers as part of the process. Covers basic principles such as lighting, color and selective focus. Includes material on different photographic processes including digital processes.
Credits: 3
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ART 200 - Drawing II
A continuation of the fundamentals of drawing in black and white media and the introduction of a variety of color media with continued emphasis on their relationship to expression and composition. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 100.
Credits: 3
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ART 220 - Sculpture I
A series of projects that investigate the techniques and process approach in sculpture. Includes welding, carving, casting, forming and other forms of fabrication. General use of hand and power equipment. Repeatable for credit when the student takes it with different media. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 110, ART 120, ART 200.
Credits: 3
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ART 225 - Ceramics I
An introduction to the tools, processes and aesthetics of ceramics. Provides students with hands-on experience and understandings of the characteristics and demands of the medium of ceramics using basic hand building and/or throwing methods for the expression of ideas and feeling. Students will learn basic hand building and/or throwing techniques to design, make and decorate vessels and other ceramic objects.
Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.
Credits: 3
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ART 230 - Painting I
Painting in oil or acrylic paint. Fundamentals of color mixing, paint application, composition and expressive content. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 110, ART 120, ART 200.
Credits: 3
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ART 240 - Printmaking I
The fundamentals of printmaking covering monoprinting and intaglio. Emphasis on technical, aesthetic, conceptual and expressive development. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 110, ART 120, ART 200.
Credits: 3
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ART 250 - Graphic Design I
Explores the principles of applied design as used in the production of brochures, catalogues, magazines, newspapers, etc. Exercises in type, layout and issues of technology will be covered. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 110 or permission.
Credits: 3
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ART 260 - Topics in Studio Art
Selected topics surveying specific media, thematic content or contemporary issues. Topics will vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 110, ART 120, ART 200 or permission.
Credits: 3
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ART 270 - Digital Art I
An introduction to two-dimensional digital art. Includes professional 2D and related software, input/output options and image creation and editing. Emphasizes using the tools for the production of fine art. (This course is identical to NMD 270.)
Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 110 or permission.
Credits: 3
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ART 272 - Digital Imaging
Covers the fundamentals of digital imaging, including the acquisition of images with scanners and other input devices, modification of images with image editing software such as Adobe Photoshop, and different aspects of digital printing.
Credits: 3
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ART 280 - Photography II
A continuation of the fundamentals of black and white photography. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 180.
Credits: 3
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ART 300 - Drawing III
Continued study of drawing in a wide variety of media. Emphasis on creative thinking, problem solving, expression and technique. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 200.
Credits: 3
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ART 302 - Figure Drawing
Drawing based on the human figure. Focus on understanding the basics of human structure and incorporating this understanding with technical, expressive and aesthetic development. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 200.
Credits: 3
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ART 320 - Sculpture II
A thematic and process approach to exploring concepts allowing students to pursue selected individual projects. Introduction to additional materials and techniques. Repeatable for credit when the student takes it with different media i.e. wood sculpture/metal sculpture.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 220.
Credits: 3
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ART 325 - Ceramics II
An intermediate level course focusing on application of the processes and aesthetics
of hand building and/or throwing ceramic objects. Students will participate in
every aspect of creation of a ceramic object, from the initial idea, through design,
to construction, surface decoration and firing. Students will learn the fundamentals
of clay, slip and glaze formulation and testing.
Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 225 or permission.
Credits: 3
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ART 330 - Painting II
Further development of painting concepts with emphasis on the characteristics of materials. Individual investigations of technical and expressive issues. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 230.
Credits: 3
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ART 340 - Printmaking II
Continued explorations in printmaking with emphasis on color and multi-plate color printing. Lithography will be covered. Intaglio, monoprinting, relief and other printmaking media will be studied on a rotating basis. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 240.
Credits: 3
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ART 350 - Graphic Design II
Continued study of graphic design. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 250 or permission.
Credits: 3
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ART 360 - Topics in Studio Art
Selected topics surveying particular media, thematic content or contemporary issues. Specific topics will vary from semester to semester. Course may satisfy level II requirements in painting, printmaking or sculpture. May be repeated for credit. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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ART 370 - Digital Art IIA: 3D Modeling and Animation
An introduction to the concepts and tools of 3D modeling and animation on the computer. Includes techniques to create narratives and provides hands-on experience with appropriate hardware and software. (This course is identical to NMD 370.)
Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 270 or NMD 270 or permission.
Credits: 3
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ART 371 - Digital Art IIB: Digital Video
An introduction to digital, non-linear video editing. Use of professional-level equipment to create short, time-based artworks. (This course is identical to NMD 371.)
Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 270 or NMD 270 or permission.
Credits: 3
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ART 372 - Digital Art IIC: Interactivity
An introduction to the concepts and tools of interactivity in digital art. Students will create interactive pieces and consider issues of interactivity. (This course is identical to NMD 372.)
Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 270 or NMD 270 or permission.
Credits: 3
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ART 380 - Theory and Practice in Photography
Immerses students in the essential critical language and creative production in photography through coordinated readings, writing, seminar discussion, and studio practice.
Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 180 or permission.
Credits: 3
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ART 397 - Independent Study in Studio Art
Advanced independent study and research in studio art or related areas. Projects must be designed by the student and approved by the designated instructor.
Prerequisites & Notes
The highest level course in the subject area. Junior or senior standing and permission of instructor.
Credits: Ar
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ART 398 - Directed Study in Studio Art
Advanced study and research in studio art or related areas directed by a faculty member.
Prerequisites & Notes
The highest level course in the subject area. Junior or senior standing and permission of instructor.
Credits: Ar
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ART 402 - Figure Drawing II
Advanced study of figure drawing. Emphasis on understanding form and structure, with technical and expressive development. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 302.
Credits: 3
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ART 420 - Sculpture III
Individual and group collaborative projects working with site specific sculpture or installations. Emphasis on process including scale models and other considerations for final presentation for jurying. Prepares artists, engineers, architects in universal commission procedures. Field trips to research existing projects may be included in this course. Repeatable for credit when the student takes it with different media. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 320 or permission.
Credits: 3
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ART 430 - Painting III
Guided study in painting stressing individual growth through special projects. Emphasis on conceptual as well as technical development. May be repeated for credit. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 330.
Credits: 3
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ART 440 - Printmaking III
Continued study of printmaking through a variety and choice of printmaking media. Emphasis on conceptual as well as technical development. May be repeated for credit. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 340.
Credits: 3
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ART 460 - Topics in Studio Art
Advanced study of selected topics surveying particular media, thematic content or contemporary issues. Specific topics will vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
Senior standing or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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ART 496 - Field Experience in Art
Students engaged in professional activities related to their area of study may apply for supervision and credit for the project.
Prerequisites & Notes
Senior standing or permission.
Credits: Ar
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ART 497 - Independent Study in Studio Art
Advanced independent study and research in studio art or related areas. Projects must be designed by the student and approved by the designated instructor.
Prerequisites & Notes
the highest level course in the subject area and ART 397. Senior standing and permission of instructor.
Credits: Ar
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ART 498 - Directed Study in Studio Art
Advanced study and research in studio art or related areas directed by a faculty member.
Prerequisites & Notes
the highest level course in the subject area and ART 398. Senior standing and permission of instructor.
Credits: Ar
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ART 499 - Studio Art Senior Capstone
A capstone course for studio art majors which requires the synthesis of all previous course work and focuses on the development of essential professional practices in the visual arts.
Satisfies the General Education Capstone Experience and Writing Intensive Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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ART 570 - Intermedia Studio I
Intended to provide an environment for guided independent art/research/production in intermedia. Emphasis placed on the conceptual and interdisciplinary nature of this art form, awareness and manipulation of traditional art boundaries, and the exploration of non-traditional art media. This is an advanced graduate-level studio course emphasizing independent levels of work, theoretical engagement in the creative process and an ongoing commitment to individual studio praxis. May be repeated for credit. (This course is identical to NMD 570 & IMD 570.)
Prerequisites & Notes
Graduate standing and permission
Credits: 3
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ART 597 - Independent Study in Studio Art
Graduate level independent study in studio art (painting, sculpture, printmaking, drawing), or related areas. Projects must be designed by the student and approved by the graduate instructor in studio art.
Prerequisites & Notes
permission of instructor.
Credits: Ar
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ART 598 - Directed Study in Studio Art
Graduate level study and research in studio art or related areas directed by a graduate faculty member in studio art.
Prerequisites & Notes
permission of instructor.
Credits: Ar
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AST 109 - Introduction to Astronomy
A descriptive survey of astronomy including contemporary views of the universe.
Topics include the solar system, stars, galaxies, black holes, quasars, and cosmology.
May be taken without AST 110.
Together with AST 110, this course Satisfies the General Education Lab in the
Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement. Satisfies the General Education Applications
of Scientific Knowledge when taken without AST 110.
Credits: 3
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AST 110 - Introduction to Astronomy Laboratory
Laboratory and observational exercises to accompany AST 109.
Together with AST 109, this course Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement. Lab 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
None. Corequisite: AST 109.
Credits: 1
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AST 114 - Navigation
Covers piloting, dead-reckoning, and celestial navigation. A working knowledge of trigonometry is required.
Satisfies the General Education Applications of Scientific Knowledge Requirement. Rec 3.
Credits: 3
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AST 215 - General Astronomy I
A more detailed introduction to astronomy and astrophysics than AST 109 covering solar system astronomy including celestial mechanics, astronomical coordinate systems, Kepler’s laws, and the sun. Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
MAT 127, PHY 112 or PHY 122, or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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AST 216 - General Astronomy II
An introduction to one or more of: stars, galaxies, quasars, and/or cosmology. Not given every year. This course is independent of AST 215 which is not a prerequisite. Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
MAT 127, PHY 112 or PHY 122 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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AST 451 - Astrophysics
Application of the principles of physics to selected topics in the study of cosmogony, stellar evolution and dynamics, interstellar processes, the formation and evolution of galaxies, and cosmology. Rec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 236, PHY 238, PHY 455, MAT 259.
Credits: 1-3
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AST 497 - Topics in Astrophysics
Selected topics in areas not already covered by regular course offerings in the Department.
Prerequisites & Notes
permission of instructor.
Credits: 1-3
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AST 598 - Special Topics in Theoretical or Experimental Astrophysics
Content varies based on instructor interest area.
Prerequisites & Notes
permission of department.
Credits: Ar
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AVS 145 - Animal Science
Fundamental principles of the animal sciences, including animal genetics, breeding systems, the physiology of reproduction, animal nutrition, and the physiology of lactation.
Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement. Satisfies the Ethics Requirement when taken in combination with AVS 249, AVS 346 and AVS 349. Lec 3, Lab 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
First-year student or sophomore standing or permission.
Credits: 4
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AVS 150 - History of the Human-Animal Relationship
An examination of Humankinds association with domestic animals. Involves an examination of domestication to modern times. Topics include: origin of domestic animals, animals and early Christianity, the animal welfare movement from the 17th to the 20th century and the rise of dogs, cats and horses as privileged species.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics Requirement. Lec 3.
Credits: 3
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AVS 151 - History of Veterinary Medicine
Examines the history of veterinary medicine from the ancient world to the present. Topics include: the relationship, or lack thereof, between veterinary medicine and the animal welfare movement, veterinary medicine’s contribution to bacteriology and preventive medicine, and the new direction of veterinary medicine in the twentieth century.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics Requirement. Lec 3.
Credits: 3
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AVS 152 - History of Infectious Disease and Public Health
A historical overview of the diseases that have plagued humans and their animals since prehistory and the many and varied attempts to prevent, control and treat them.
Satisfies the General Education Population and Environment Requirement.
Credits: 3
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AVS 153 - Animals and the Law
Provides a general overview of the past and present ethical and legal issues and concerns involving livestock, companion animals, laboratory animals, and animals in zoos and the wild.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics and Western Cultural Tradition Requirements.
Credits: 3
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AVS 203 - Equine Management
An introductory course designed to familiarize students with the equine industry and with the principles of equine anatomy, nutrition, disease management and routine care. Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 100 and sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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AVS 243 - Centered Riding Principles of Equitation
An introduction to basic horseback riding techniques. Proper position of the rider, understanding horses movement patterns in different gaits and the proper care, use and fit of riding equipment will be covered in the lecture. In the riding arena, students will receive instruction, grooming, riding and caring for both the horse and the equipment.
Credits: 3
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AVS 249 - Laboratory and Companion Animal Science
An introduction to laboratory and companion animal science. Species covered include rodents, rabbits, dogs and cats. Topics include characteristics of each species, welfare, husbandry, uses, diet and health maintenance. Lec 2. (Offered in spring of even numbered years.)
Satisfies the General Education Ethics Requirement when taken in combination with AVS 145, AVS 346 and AVS 349.
Prerequisites & Notes
AVS 145.
Credits: 2
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AVS 253 - Principles of Western Riding
An introduction to the western style of horseback riding, including history, theory, styles, equipment and training methods associated with the western horse and rider. Student will receive both lecture and riding instruction.
Credits: 3
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AVS 303 - Equine Management Cooperative
Work experience at the equine operation at the J.F. Witter Animal Science Center. Students work in teams to manage the University equine herd, including feeding, nutrition, health management, retraining of donated horses, maintenance and marketing.
Prerequisites & Notes
AVS 203 and AVS 243 or AVS 253 or permission.
Credits: 4
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AVS 333 - Introduction to Natural Horse Training
Theory and technique of Natural Horse Training. Topics include non-verbal communication between horse and trainer, predator-prey responses, principles of ground work, and use of the rope halter.
Prerequisites & Notes
AVS 243 or permission.
Credits: 3
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AVS 346 - Dairy Cattle Technology
Fundamentals of applied dairy cattle management. Areas covered include industry trends, lactation, genetics, reproduction, nutrition, health, housing and financial principles and practices involved in operating and managing a modern dairy herd.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics Requirement when taken in combination with AVS 145, AVS 249 and AVS 349. Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
AVS 145.
Credits: 3
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AVS 349 - Livestock Management
The selection, breeding, feeding, care and management of beef cattle, sheep and
swine.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics Requirement when taken in combination
with AVS 145, AVS 249 and AVS 346. Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
AVS 145, AVS 455.
Credits: 3
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AVS 351 - Animal Science Techniques
Direct application of current techniques used in the management of dairy and beef cattle, sheep and companion animals. Included are restraint, dehorning, castration, docking, milking, shearing and health management and computer applications in the animal sciences. Lec 1, Lab 4.
Prerequisites & Notes
AVS 145 and sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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AVS 353 - Equine Reproduction and Breeding Management
A survey of the reproductive biology of the horse and a discussion of horse breeding practices, including artificial insemination, semen evaluation and embryo transfer.
Prerequisites & Notes
sophomore standing or permission.
Credits: 3
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AVS 368 - Independent Study in the Animal Sciences
An in-depth study into a specific area to be approved by the staff advisor at time of registration. (1) breeding, (2) disease, (3) management, (4) nutrition, (5) physiology. Not more than five credit hours will be permitted toward graduation.
Prerequisites & Notes
AVS 145 and permission.
Credits: Ar
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AVS 371 - University Dairy Cooperative
Students are responsible for the management of the University dairy herd, including: feeding, milking, reproduction, maintenance and marketing. Students, along with faculty advisors and the herdsperson, make management decisions that affect the day to day operation of the University dairy.
Prerequisites & Notes
AVS 346 and AVS 347.
Credits: 4
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AVS 393 - Training the Standardbred Horse
An introduction to the standardbred harness racing industry with detailed instruction on training and management of the standardbred race horse.
Prerequisites & Notes
sophomore standing or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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AVS 397 - Equine Internship
Field experience in the equine industry, or with an equine veterinarian.
Prerequisites & Notes
AVS 303 or permission.
Credits: 1-4
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AVS 401 - Senior Paper in Animal Science I
An original investigation of a problem in animal science, under the guidance of a faculty member. Students are required to submit an experimental proposal describing their research, and present an oral report to faculty and students.
Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive and Capstone Experience Requirements when combined with AVS 402.
Prerequisites & Notes
AVS 200, ENG 317 or equivalent and senior standing.
Credits: 2
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AVS 402 - Senior Paper in Animal Science II
Students will prepare a final copy of work done in AVS 401and present an oral report to faculty and students. Lec 2.
Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive and Capstone Experience Requirements when combined with AVS 401.
Prerequisites & Notes
AVS 401 and COM 103 or equivalents and senior standing.
Credits: 2
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AVS 405 - Livestock and Companion Animal Behavior
Provides both theoretical and practical knowledge of livestock and companion animal behavior. Enables students to understand why simple improvements in management practices can bring about tremendous changes in production and performance of the animals as well as improve the ease of handling for their human caregivers. A background in the human-animal bond and the impact of humans on livestock and companion animals will be provided. Designed for animal and veterinary scientists, graduate students interested in the human-animal bond and animal-assisted therapy, and those who wish to understand more about the behavior of their companion animals.
Prerequisites & Notes
Junior standing and AVS 145.
Credits: 3
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AVS 420 - Fish Aquaculture I
Part I of a two semester sequence. A comprehensive examination of finfish production methods. Covers aspects of fish anatomy and physiological responses to intensive culture methods. Water sources and water quality parameters and their effects on fish health will be examined. Fish culture systems from extensive pond culture to intensive land based recirculation systems and their effects on the environment will be dexcribed. Aspects of fish production at all life stages, beginning with broostock management in this course and ending with on-growing of fish to market the following semester will be studied. Students will participate in selected techniques in fish aquaculture i.e., anatomy of fish species, live food production for larval fish, diagnostic procedures, drug residue testing, fish handling and anesthesia, spawning techniques, egg incubation techniques and computer applications during five weekday afternoon laboratories and two all day field trips. This course is identical to SMS 420. Lec 2, Lab/Field 4. (Fall-even years.)
Prerequisites & Notes
SMS 211.
Credits: 3
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AVS 433 - Equine Exercise Physiology
Covers current concepts regarding the metabolic and physiologic factors associated with exercise and training the horse. Provides students with the scientific basis for properly designing a physical conditioning program for the equine athlete.
Prerequisites & Notes
CHY 121 or BMB 207, BIO 208 or BIO 377 or permission.
Credits: 3
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AVS 437 - Animal Diseases
Introduction to the study of disease in animals, including the causes, pathology and control of diseases of domestic animals. Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 377 or permission.
Credits: 3
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AVS 443 - Advanced Centered Riding
Advanced centered riding techniques and their application to classical dressage and jumping. Development of improved balance and connection at walk, trot and canter.
Prerequisites & Notes
AVS 243 or permission.
Credits: 3
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AVS 455 - Animal Nutrition
Principles of nutrition; the digestion, absorption and utilization of nutrients
and the consequences of their deficiency, excess or imbalance.
Prerequisites & Notes
CHY 121/123, BIO 208 or equivalent.
Credits: 4
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AVS 461 - Animal Breeding
Covers the inheritance of the commercially valuable characteristics and methods of estimating heritability and repeatability; mating systems and their effects; progeny testing, selection indices and other methods to increase intensity and accuracy of selection. Lec 2, Lab 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 462 or equivalent, and MAT 121 or MAT 232.
Credits: 3
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AVS 466 - Feeding Dairy Cattle
Balancing rations using a variety of feedstuffs for the lactating dairy cow. Lec 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
AVS 346, AVS 455.
Credits: 2
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AVS 480 - Physiology of Reproduction
Comparative development and functions of the reproductive process in domestic
animals. Lec 3.
Credits: 3
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AVS 590 - Special Topics in Animal Science
Anatomy, breeding, diseases, management, nutrition, physiology as related to poultry or dairy.
Prerequisites & Notes
permission.
Credits: Ar
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AVS 690 - Graduate Research in Animal Science
As available.
Credits: Ar
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AVS 699 - Graduate Thesis / Research
As available.
Credits: Ar
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BIO 100 - Basic Biology
An introduction to the following fundamental topics in biology: the structure and function of cells, the molecular basis and mechanisms of genetic inheritance, concepts in evolution, mechanisms of metabolism, and ecology. Open to students in all colleges, but limited to students in programs requiring this course or intending to take additional biology courses. Degree credit cannot be earned for both BIO 100 and BIO 222/223.
Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement. Lec 3, Lab 2.
Sample Syllabus (If link fails, contact the Department or School)
www.synapticterminal.net/syllabi/Bio100_F07_syllabus.pdf
Department/School link
biology.umaine.edu/
Credits: 4
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BIO 200 - Biology of Organisms
Introduces functions (physiology) and structures (anatomy, morphology) of animals and plants stressing basic physiological processes and adaptations to the environment. Equal attention is given to plants and animals.
Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement. Lec 3, Lab 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
A grade of C- or better in BIO 100 or permission
Credits: 4
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BIO 205 - Field Natural History of Maine
The plant and animal life and physical features of aquatic, wetland, and terrestrial ecosystems in Maine, observed during five weekday afternoon field trips and two full single-day trips on separate weekends during the first half of the semester. Each student carries out an independent field natural history project culminating in a research paper during a five-week project period (no classes) in the second half of the semester. The course concludes with a half-day field trip on winter natural history.
Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement. Lec 2, Field 4.
Credits: 4
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BIO 208 - Anatomy and Physiology
An intermediate lecture and laboratory course on the structure of the human body and how it works. Lec 3, Lab 2.
Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 100.
Sample Syllabus (If link fails, contact the Department or School)
www.synapticterminal.net/syllabi/Bio208_S07_syllabus.pdf
Department/School link
biology.umaine.edu
Credits: 4
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BIO 222 - Biology: The Living Science
Examines the processes and principles of science across disciplines. Focused examples are presented from topics such as ecology, evolution and cellular biology. The role of science in the resolution of ethical issues regarding the impact of the human population on the environment will be emphasized. Degree credit cannot be earned for both BIO 100 and BIO 222/223.
Together with BIO 223, this course Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement. It also satisfies the Population and Environmental Sciences Requirement. If taken without BIO 223, this course Satisfies the General Education Applications of Scientific Knowledge Requirement. Lec 3.
Credits: 3
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BIO 223 - Biology: The Living Science Laboratory
A laboratory course focused on examination of the processes and principles of science across disciplines. Exercises are presented from topics such as ecology, evolution and cellular biology. Degree credit cannot be earned for both BIO 100 and BIO 222/223.
Together with BIO 222, this course Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Science Requirement. Lab 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 222 or concurrently.
Credits: 1
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BIO 296 - Biological Sciences Professional Experience
Students engage in research, clinical determinations, field studies or allied activities with medical professionals, hospitals, laboratories, state agencies, and other organizations approved by the department. May be repeated for credit up to total of 8 credit hours.
Credits: Ar
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