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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:
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ART 1103爘
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ART 2302爘
ART 3315爘
ART 3546爘
ART 3602爘
ART 3603爘
ART 3604爘
ART 3605爘
ART 3607爘
COM 4323爘
FCS 1710爘
MUS 1101爘
MUS 1250爘
MUS 1251爘
MUS 1260爘
MUS 1270爘
MUS 1271爘
MUS 3501爘
MUS 3502爘
MUS 3503爘
MUS 4402爘
TRE 1110爘
TRE 1310爘
TRE 1340爘
TRE 3710爘
TRE 3800爘
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| ART 1102: () |
| Studies the use of line, perspective, value, and composition in the context of drawing as visual description based on observation and analysis of various motifs. Emphasizes linear drawing. Extra fee. |
| Arts and Humanities A
Junior, Senior students are excluded. |
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| ART 1103: () |
| Studies the use of line, perspective, value, and composition in the context of drawing as visual description based on observation and analysis of various motifs. Emphasizes tonal drawing. Extra fee. |
| Arts and Humanities A
Junior, Senior students are excluded. |
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| ART 1180: () |
| Introduces and analyzes visual forms through lecture, observation, and discussion. The nature of the visual arts is explored from the vantage points of the artist and viewer/critic. |
| Arts and Humanities A
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| ART 2302: () |
| Analyzes problems in two-dimensional composition and the expression of volume on the two-dimensional plane emphasizing materials and techniques of oil painting. Extra fee. |
| Arts and Humanities A
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| ART 3315: () |
| Investigates a range of technical skills in the use of traditional watercolor. Extra fee. |
| Upper-Division
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| ART 3546: () |
| Discusses the principles and elements of art as related to a variety of media with direct application to use in the classroom. Special emphasis on the role of art in the curriculum and understanding the perceptual development of children. Studio periods will be augmented with lectures and discussion. Extra fee. |
| Upper-Division
Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded. |
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| ART 3602: () |
| Explores the pictorial and plastic expression of the ancient Mediterranean cultures to the end of the Roman Empire. Offered alternate years. |
| Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division
Freshman students are excluded. |
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| ART 3603: () |
| Explores the symbolic, pictorial, and plastic expressions of the early Christian and medieval periods. The course will also explore the art of Islam. Offered alternate years. |
| Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division
Freshman students are excluded. |
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| ART 3604: () |
| Explores the symbolic, pictorial, and plastic expression of the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Offered alternate years. |
| Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division
Freshman students are excluded. |
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| ART 3605: () |
| Explores the plastic and pictorial expression of Europe and America from the 18th century to the present particularly emphasizing 20th-century development. Offered alternate years. |
| Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division
Freshman students are excluded. |
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| ART 3607: () |
| Provides a survey of American art from colonial times to the present, covering architecture, painting, and sculpture. Offered alternate years. |
| Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division
Freshman students are excluded. |
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| COM 4323: () |
| Analyzes literary works for the purpose of presenting them in oral performance; provides opportunities for guided practical experience in storytelling, lyric poetry, and dramatic reading. |
| Upper-Division
Freshman students are excluded. |
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| FCS 1710: () |
| Surveys how design can be used to enhance the quality of life for individuals by applying standards for creativity, integrity of materials, and the elements and principles of design. The focus is primarily on classic, modern, and post-modern architecture and the impact of culture, economics, social structures, natural resources, and technology on design. Includes local walking tours and events. Part of the course will be Web-based. |
| Arts and Humanities A
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| MUS 1101: () |
| Presents basic musical skills of listening, analysis, improvisation, conducting, writing, performance, historical understanding of music, and music fundamentals. Students will participate in lecture and laboratory settings, including computer-assisted instruction. Must begin in Autumn Quarter. Students with sufficient music theory training may request challenge examination for this course prior to Autumn Quarter. Extra fee. |
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| MUS 1250: () |
| For students with no previous keyboard experience. Ability to read music is not necessary. Course is designed for the non-music major, and expectations for each student are based on individual needs. Emphasis is on note-reading, basic theory, chord usage, and technical development. Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits. |
| Arts and Humanities A
Music Majors are excluded. |
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| MUS 1251: () |
| For students with prior training in piano. Course is designed for the non-music major, and expectations for each student are based on individual needs. Emphasis is on note-reading, basic theory, chord usage, repertoire, technical development, and creative activities. Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits. |
| Arts and Humanities A
Music Majors are excluded. |
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| MUS 1260: () |
| Two class sessions per week. Emphasis is on basic vocal technique: breath control, tone placement, diction, and stage presence. Music includes classical, folk, and American music. Extra Fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits. |
| Arts and Humanities A
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| MUS 1270: () |
| Introduction to folk-style guitar playing. May be taken by music education majors to meet guitar proficiency. May be repeated an unlimited number of times. |
| Arts and Humanities A
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| MUS 1271: () |
| Prerequisite: MUS 1270. May be repeated for credit 3 times. |
| Arts and Humanities A
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| MUS 3501: () |
| This class covers basic approaches to teaching music in the elementary classroom for the regular classroom teacher. It focuses on music as a content area and music as it relates to arts in basic education. Elementary education certification students may take MUS 3501 toward General Education Arts and Humanitites A credit. |
| Upper-Division
Music Majors are excluded. Freshman students are excluded. |
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| MUS 3502: () |
| This course centers on methods for dealing with music and related arts with children who have special needs. Materials for use with children are developed. This course is designed for special education and music education majors. Elementary education certification students may take MUS 3502 toward Arts and Humanities A credit. |
| Upper-Division
Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded. |
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| MUS 3503: () |
| Prerequisite: MUS 2550 or EDU 2103. A survey of methods for instruction in elementary classroom music and secondary general music programs. Includes exposure to current materials available for instruction in those settings and preparation of materials appropriate to age levels. |
| Upper-Division
Fine and Applied Arts, Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded. |
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| MUS 4402: () |
| This course surveys the major periods in jazz history, from its roots in New Orleans to the present, with a special section on 涩里番 jazz. It also emphasizes the common elements throughout that history-blues, improvisation, the group negotiation of individual agendas, and the spiritual context of the jazz solo. |
| Advanced Writing In Your Major, Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division
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| TRE 1110: () |
| A study of the theatre as both a distinctive art form and a social instrument, considered from three viewpoints: those of the artist, the spectator, and the critic. Requires attendance at three to four evening theatrical performances. Extra fees required for events collected in class. |
| Arts and Humanities A
Theatre Majors are excluded. |
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| TRE 1310: () |
| Intended for non-theatre majors or minors. An introduction to the actor's task in preparation for the dramatic performance; focuses on developing sensory awareness, observation skills, selective imagination, and ensemble relationships through improvisation and scene work. No credit for students who have taken TRE 1340. |
| Arts and Humanities A
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| TRE 1340: () |
| Designed for intended theatre majors or minors or others with extensive acting experience. Prepares students for dramatic performance through intensive work in sensory awareness, observation skills, and selective imagination. Develops ensemble relationships through improvisation and scene work. No credit given for students who have taken TRE 1310. |
| Arts and Humanities A
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| TRE 3710: () |
| Prerequisite: TRE 1810 or permission of instructor. Consideration of the aesthetics and techniques of directing through exercises in achieving visual, auditory, and kinesthetic effects. Includes play selection, organization, casting, and rehearsing. Practical application. |
| Upper-Division
Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded. |
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| TRE 3800: () |
| Explores contemporary methods and trends in the teaching of theatre, emphasizing management of a production program; critical response to artistic experiences; contexts of theatrical works; connections within the arts; and pedagogy. Attention is give to AATE standards and Washington Essential Academic Learning Requirements in the Arts. |
| Upper-Division
Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded. |
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| TRE 4770: () |
| Presents a workshop exploring methods to move children from their inner circle of knowledge and experience to their outer circle of thought, expression, and product through the use of creative drama. Offered alternate years. |
| Upper-Division
Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded. |
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