Surveys African American history. Studies, interprets and analyzes major problems, issues, and trends affecting African Americans from about 1600 to the present. Same as HIST 2437. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: human diversity or United States context.
Presents creative development of concepts in printmaking beyond the traditional two-dimensional image on paper that is contained in a portfolio or frame. Focus will be made on expanding the concept of what is a print will be explored in relation to each student's studio practice and interests. Requisites: Requires prerequisite courses of ARTS 1010 and 1020 (all minimum grade C-). Restricted to Studio Arts (AASA or AASF) or Art History (AAAH) majors only.
Surveys African American history. Studies, interprets, and analyzes major problems, issues, and trends affecting African Americans from about 1600 to the present. Same as ETHN 2432. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: human diversity or United States context. Requisites: History (HIST) majors are restricted from taking this course.
First course in mathematical logic. Topics include sentential logic, the logic of quantification, and some of the basic concepts and results of metalogic (interpretations, validity, and soundness).
Through studying a group of Chinese films in light of modern Chinese history and literature, students examine a series of cultural dilemmas and issues in 20th century China and develop skills in analyzing literary and filmic texts. Taught in English. Approved for GT-AH2. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: literature and the arts.
Examines 20th century Japanese culture through cinematic and animated films. Studies films by Ozu, Kurosawa, Mizoguchi, and contemporary animators Tezuka, Miyazaki, and Kon Satoshi. Considers cultural issues raised in film and anime in light of modern Japanese history and literature. Requires no knowledge of Japanese.
Introduces Korean/South Korean cinema from colonial period to the contemporary including old Korean black and white films, the earliest talkie films and contemporary art films. Considers cinema as a window to see the tumultuous and diverse culture of modern Korea. Taught in English. No prior knowledge of Korea, Korean film or film art is required.
Selected topics in analytic geometry and calculus with a focus on symbolic computation using Mathematica. Requisites: Requires a corequisite course of APPM 2350.
Offers an intensive introduction to the Catalan language for those able to speak Spanish. By the end of the course students should be able to communicate well in all language-skills areas: listening comprehension, speaking, reading and writing. Students will also have gained a better understanding and appreciation of the Catalan singularity. Recommended prereq., five semesters of college Spanish or equivalent, or SPAN 3000, or placement, or department approval.
Introduces the monoprint and monotype methods. The students will learn the about making non editioned prints using a variety of four or more technical approaches. These processes will be discussed and demonstrated in depth. Students will develop a portfolio of finished prints during the semester. Requisites: Requires prerequisite courses of ARTS 1010 and 1020 (all minimum grade C-). Restricted to Studio Arts (AASA or AASF) or Art History (AAAH) majors only.
Selected topics in differential equations and linear algebra with a focus on symbolic computation using Mathematica. Requisites: Requires enrollment in a corequisite course of APPM 2360.
Supplements and strengthens student experiences in physics. Allows particularly gifted students an opportunity to extend their understanding of the subjects and to explore possible careers in science. May be repeated up to 2 total credit hours.
Explores the changing role and cultural images of women as reflected in Russian folklore, documents, costumes, icons, paintings, and literature from medieval times to 19th c. Introduces female characters such as princesses and tsarinas, rebellious wives and pious Christians, Amazons and terrorists. Focuses on the way women have transgressed boundaries of patriarchy and secured powerful positions. Taught in English. Approved for GT-AH2. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: historical context.
Covers basic legal concepts and processes emphasizing the American system. Gives special attention to political functions of law. Recommended as preparation for PSCI 4241 and 4251. Recommended prereq., PSCI 1101.
Introduces the basics of atmospheric and space sciences, space exploration, spacecraft design, rocketry, and orbits. Students design, build, and launch a miniature satellite on a high altitude balloon. Explores the current research in space through lectures from industry. Same as ASEN 1400. Requisites: Restricted to Astrophysics (ASTR) majors only.
Instructs students in developing a technical and aesthetic understanding of the principles of analog and digital cinematography. Technical, creative and studio critique emphasis on the Bolex 16mm RX and Black Magic Pocket Cinema cameras, advanced composition, grammar and mechanics of cinema editing, film/digital lighting (exposure, latitude) multi-format origination and file management, sync sound techniques, etc. Requisites: Requires prerequisite courses of FILM 1502 and 2000 or 2300 (all minimum grade B). Restricted to FILM (FILM or FMST) majors only.
Puts into practice all that has been learned in the first four semesters of college French. Builds conversational skills and confidence through acquisition of new vocabulary and a review of grammar essential to discussing different aspects of French culture. All work is in French. Requisites: Requires a prerequisite course of FREN 2120 (minimum grade C-).
Variety of new courses at the 2000 level. See honors program announcements for specific contents. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Requisites: A minimum 3.3 cum GPA is required for this Honors class or you must be part of the first year student group (PHNR).
Designed to increase awareness of issues that surround international and U.S. health care. Provides broad overview of topics relevant to 21st century medical practice. Includes guest lectures by faculty and practitioners from Denver Metro region, followed by opportunities to integrate new concepts using small group discussion and writing. Topics change each semester and may include: global development and health; socio-cultural issues in health care; health disparities; applied bioethics; health care system reform; narrative medicine. Pass/Fail grading only. Requisites: Restricted to students with 27-180 credits (Sophomores, Juniors or Seniors) only.
Introduces timely studio subjects in the visual and performing arts that cannot be offered on a regular basis. Information concerning the studio topics offered in any given semester is available prior to registration from the Libby RAP. May be repeated up to 7 total credit hours. Requisites: Restricted to Libby Residential Academic Program students only.
Introduces the field of peace and conflict studies. Examines causes and dynamics of conflict and violence (interpersonal to global), peace institutions and research, peace movements, nonviolence, and careers in conflict resolution and peacemaking.
Explores the development of various religions within the shaping influences of American culture, including separation of church and state, the frontier experience, civil religion, and the interaction of religions of indigenous peoples, immigrants, and African Americans. Approved for GT-AH2. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: United States context or ideals and values.
Explores the technique, styles, and rhythms of regional and national cultures of Africa. Areas of concentration may vary each semester (e.g. Ghana, Mali, Guinea, etc.). Introduces signature attributes common to different countries' dance traditions and features discussions of the musical traditions, histories, cosmologies, philosophies and aesthetics to contextualize and increase familiarity. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Same as ETHN 2502.
Short stories by Thomas Mann, Kafka, Boell, and Grass, such as Death in Venice, Metamorphosis, and Cat and Mouse. Emphasizes literary themes, their traditions, and their cultural significance. Taught in English. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: literature and the arts.
Introduces students to post-communist Russia, its values and ideologies. It is equally wrong to interpret post-Soviet society through the prism of the Cold War as through the models of contemporary post-industrial capitalism. Neither totalitarian nor liberal, contemporary Russia raises numerous questions about such ideological and cultural constructions as neo-liberalism and capitalism, nationalism, globalization, state power, and popular vs. high cultures. Taught in English. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: contemporary societies.
