Courses

What counts as violence? Who decides what is violence and what is not? In what contexts does violence occur? This course critically examines different criminological and social science perspectives on violence. Prereq., SOCY 1001 or 1004. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Junior or Senior) College of Arts and Sciences students only.

Practical production projects within a designated area of technical theatre, design, stage management, normally related to the department's season. May be repeated up to 8 total credit hours. Prereqs., THTR 1105 and 1115.

Rhetorically informed introduction to technical writing that hones communication skills in the context of technical design activities. Treats design as a collaborative, user-oriented, problem-based activity, and technical communication as a rhetorically informed and persuasive design art. Taught as a writing workshop emphasizing critical thinking, revision, and oral presentation skills. Focuses on client-driven design projects and effective communication with multiple stakeholders. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Approved for GT-C03. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: written communication. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Junior or Senior) College of Engineering, MCDB, EBIO, GEOL, ASTR, IPHY, ENVS, MATH, ECON, BCHM, CHEM, PHYS, ENVD, PLAN, DSGN or ARCH majors only.

Students are assigned to work with production artisans of the Colorado Shakespeare Festival. While there are many possible areas, production designs for each season determine the number of available positions. May substitute for two credits of THTR 3035. Prereq., THTR 1105 or 1115.

Covers prehistoric Aegean through the fourth century B.C.E., considering architecture, pottery, painting,sculpture, and personal ornament. Societal customs such as use of space and burial patterns are considered as well as art and its uses, to help understand developments in Greek culture. Credit not granted for this course and FINE/CLAS 1009. Same as CLAS 3039. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: literature and the arts.

Covers prehistoric Aegean through the fourth century B.C.E., considering architecture, pottery, painting, sculpture, and personal ornament. Societal customs such as use of space and burial patterns are considered as well as art and its uses, to help understand developments in Greek culture. Credit not granted for this course and CLAS/FINE 1009. Same as ARTH 3039. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: literature and the arts.

Applies principles of population ecology, population genetics, biogeography, animal behavior, and paleobiology to the maintenance of biodiversity and natural systems. The resulting theory is then applied to conservation policy and management techniques.Prereq., EBIO 2040 or 2640. Same as ENVS 3040.

Applies principles of population ecology, population genetics, biogeography, animal behavior, and paleobiology to the maintenance of biodiversity and natural systems. The resulting theory is then applied to conservation policy and management techniques.Prereq., EBIO 2040 or 2640. Same as EBIO 3040.

Geological records in lakes, oceans, deserts, and around glaciers indicate the significant changes in the global systems that have taken place over the last few hundred or thousand years. Explores the timing and nature of these changes. Prereqs., any two-course sequence of natural science core courses. Credit not granted for this course and GEOL 4070. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: natural science.

Taught in Italian, the course covers various topics of Italian Cinema from WWII to the present. Focus is on periods, genres, themes, and auteur/directors. Emphasis on review of language structures previously learned and acquisition of new vocabulary to enable students to discuss different aspects of Italian culture, in Italian. Prereq., ITAL 2120 (min grade C-) or equivalent. Instructor consent is required.

Continuation of SPAN 3030 with more emphasis on interpreting and elementary translation. Some attention is given to the writing of resumes and application letters, as well as to the entire job-search process. Prereqs., SPAN 3000, 3030. Prerequisites: Restricted to Spanish majors with a subplan of International Spanish for Professionals.

Through selected reading and writing assignments, students examine ethical and social issues in the context of business decision-making processes. Focuses on critical thinking, analytical writing, and oral presentation. Taught as a writing workshop, the course emphasizes effective communication with professional and non-technical audiences. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: written communication. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Junior or Senior) Leeds School of Business (BUSN), Economics (ECON), International Affairs (IAFS) or Spanish (SPPR) majors only.

Designed for dance majors. Enrollment by audition only. May be repeated up to 16 total credit hours.

Examines literary forms and themes with special emphasis on issues related to the craft of poetry and fiction. This course is taught in conjunction with visiting lectures by practicing writers. Does not count as Creative Writing workshop credit. Prereq., ENGL 1191 (min grade B-). Prerequisites: Requires prerequisite course of ENGL 1191 (B- or better).

Explores human development from a psychosocial perspective, focusing on the interplay between psychological patterns and social forms. Issues such as self-image and social consciousness are studied within the larger context of individual and collective forces leading to transformation. Prereqs., SOCY 1001, and SOCY 3001 or 3011, or instructor consent. Same as SOCY 3041.

Provides intensive examination of the role of Congress in American government, including congressional elections, representation, the organization of Congress, and congressional policy making. Examines larger context of congressional politics, including political parties, the president, and interest groups. Prereq., PSCI 1101.

Explores human development from a psychosocial perspective, focusing on the interplay between psychological patterns and social forms. Issues such as self-image and social consciousness are studied within the larger context of individual and collective forces leading to transformation. Prereqs., SOCY 1001, and 3001 or 3011, or instructor consent. Same as INVS 3041. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Junior or Senior) Sociology (SOCY) majors only.

Serious investigation of the horror film genre as well as its origins in, and relation to, works of romanticist literature (e.g., Poe, Shelley). Issues include: the relation of fantasy and reality; gender in horror film; psychological issues raised by the films; historical issues generatedby the genre. Prereq., FILM 1502. Recommended prereq., FILM 3051.

A variety of courses in population and/or health will be taught, usually by visiting lecturers. See current departmental announcements for specific content. May be repeated up to 9 total credit hours for different topics. Prereq., SOCY 1001.

Opportunity for students to increase knowledge and understanding of dance composition elements as they relate to group forms, theme, development, and phrase manipulation. Prereqs., DNCE 2033 and DNCE 2021, 3041 or 4061. Restricted to dance majors. Prerequisites: Restricted to Dance (DNCE or DBFA) majors only.

Prepares students for advanced Film Critical Studies work. Subject matter varies from semester to semester. May be repeated up to 9 total credit hours, provided topics are different. Prereq., FILM 1502 or instructor consent. Restricted to FILM or FMST majors. Prerequisites: Restricted to Film (FILM or FMST) majors only.

Continues the work begun in THTR 2043. Studies advanced vocal techniques with the goal of integrating these skills into the working process of the performing artist. Prereqs., THTR 2043 or instructor consent. Prerequisites: Restricted to Theatre (THTR or TBFA) majors only.

Overview of race, class, gender, and ethnicity issuesin offending, victimization, and processing by the justice system. Examines women and people of color employed in the justice system. Prereq., SOCY 1001or 1004. Same as WMST 3044. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Juniors or Seniors).

Same as SOCY 3044.

Covers stage management from the inception of a production concept through the process of mounting aproduction, focusing on the interrelationships of the various artists involved, management and scheduling of time, and the psychology of handling a wide range of personalities. Prereq., THTR 1105 or instructor consent.