Mar 28, 2024  
2018-2019 
    
2018-2019 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Students should consult with the program chair if they are not sure of their preparation for a specific course. Course prerequisites specified are the minimum preparation required. In their first two university years, students need to work closely with their advisors to schedule the necessary General University Course Requirements and lower-division core courses to prepare properly for upper-division studies.

 

Other Courses

  
  • CAMP 101 - CAMP Introduction to College

    0
    The CAMP Course is designed to help students begin their college journey by integrating college seminars on various topics relevent to new student that come from a migrant background.  CAMP students who are admitted to the program will be required to participate in various activities, service learning projects, and our peer mentoring program to receive a passing grade. CAMP Course 101 is an Introduction to college seminars including, financial aid planning, academic plan, health and wellness, conflict resolution, and time management.
  
  • CAMP 102 - CAMP Introduction to College II

    0
    The CAMP Course is designed to help students begin their college journey by integrating college seminars on various topics relevent to new student that come from a migrant background.  CAMP students who are admitted to the program will be required to participate in various activities, service learning projects, and our peer mentoring program to receive a passing grade. CAMP 102 is an expansion of offerings where CAMP students will apply to be on one of three tracks, STEM, Leadership, or building resilience.
  
  • ED 581T - Facilitating Learning in a Project-based Elementary Classroom

    3
    This course introduces candidates to project-based learning by providing examples of a variety of projects for analysis. After developing a clear understanding of project-based learning, candidates will practice coming up with an idea, planning the details, and managing a project from beginning to end. By the end of the course, they will be equipped with the knowledge needed to plan and implement project-based learning in the classroom to inspire and engage students. May be offered in a hybrid format. Prerequisite: Facilitating Learning in STEM Methodology I and II.
  
  • TRIO 201 - TRIO Student Support Services

    0
    TRIO/SSS Program course is designed to increase retention and graduation rates of student by offering academic and personal support. This course will focus on serving students primarily on an individual basis by hold meetings with students and staff to review their academic progress, career goals and objectives, and financial need. 

Accounting

  
  • ACCT 230 - Fundamentals of Accounting I

    3 credits
    Introduction to financial accounting concepts and principles; the accounting cycle, journal entries and preparation of financial statements. Introduces the study of accounting for major asset and liability classifications. Prerequisite: MATH 099 or permission of Program Chair. Offered Fall semesters. Prerequisite(s): C or betting in MATH 096  or equivalent
  
  • ACCT 231 - Fundamentals of Accounting II

    3 credits
    Is a continuation of fundamentals II, additional focus is placed on analysis and interpretation of financial data for management decision-making and control. Offered Spring semesters. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 230  and MATH 096 .
  
  • ACCT 235 - Survey of Accounting

    4 credits
    Primarily for non-business majors. Accounting information, its meaning, function and use by managers, analysts, investors and other. Reading and understanding financial statements, budgets and other information. Ethical issues, decision making and problem solving. Offered TBA
  
  • ACCT 303 - Special Topic

    3 credits
    Special Topic TBD.
  
  • ACCT 320 - Cost Accounting

    3 credits
    A study of accounting concepts and procedures applicable to manufacturing organizations. Emphasis is placed on job order, process costing, factory overhead analysis, joint and by-product, standard costing and variance analysis. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 231 .
  
  • ACCT 326 - Intermediate Financial Accounting I

    3
    An in-depth study of the theory and practice of financial accounting and reporting. Fair value concepts, present value measurements, and comparisons between US and international accounting standards will be incorporated.
  
  • ACCT 327 - Intermediate Financial Accounting II

    3
    A continuation of the in-depth study of the theory and practice of financial accounting and reporting. Fair value concepts, present value measurements, and comparisons between US and international accounting standards will be incorporated. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 326
  
  • ACCT 328 - Intermediate Financial Accounting III

    3
    A continuation of the in-depth study of the theory and practice of financial accounting and reporting. Comparisons between US and international accounting standards will be incorporated.  Prerequisite(s): ACCT 326 and ACCT 327
  
  • ACCT 333 - Federal Income Tax I

    3 credits
    Emphasizes the federal income taxation of individuals, which includes the determination of income, deductions, gains, losses and tax computation. History of taxation and an analysis of how tax law originates. An introduction to tax research is also incorporated. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 231 .
  
  • ACCT 334 - Federal Income Tax II

    3 credits
    A continuation of the study of federal income tax with emphasis on corporate, partnership, estate and trust taxation. Other significant areas of study are, tax research, taxpayer’s responsibilities and administration of the code, alternatives in the examination or litigation of tax disputes. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 231  .
  
  • ACCT 335 - Volunteer Return Preparation Program

    3 credits
    Tax preparation for low to moderate-income taxpayers who cannot prepare their own tax returns, including tax return preparation training. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 333  or permission of the program chair.
  
  • ACCT 360 - Financial Statement Analysis

    3 credits
    Study of financial statements and how managers can utilize the information contained therein. Financial statement analysis will be emphasized. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 231  and MATH 135  
  
  • ACCT 380 - Accounting Information Systems

    3
    Concepts of accounting information systems in an organization. An introduction to general systems and information theory, databases and systems analysis. Internal control and auditing considerations. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 231  and CPSC 101  or BADM 230  
  
  • ACCT 390 - Advanced Topic

    1-3 credits
    Systematic study of specialized subject matter in accounting. Topics vary, depending upon current interests and needs. May be repeated for credit with a new topic once. Prerequisite: Permission of the Program Chair. Offered each semester.
  
  • ACCT 403 - Advanced Topic

    3 credits
    Special Topic TBD.
  
  • ACCT 404W - Advanced Accounting I

    3 credits
    Study of accounting theory and contemporary issues, including: multinational accounting, special reporting concerns and partnerships. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 332 .
  
  • ACCT 405W - Advanced Accounting II

    3 credits
    A continuation of advanced accounting with emphasis on consolidations and corporate reporting. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 332  .
  
  • ACCT 411 - Financial Planning

    3 credits
    Introduction to the full range of financial planning decisions, including personal financial planning, personal income tax planing, risk management planning, personal income tax planning, risk management planning, investment planning, retirement planning, and estate planning. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 333  and BADM 360 .
  
  • ACCT 421 - Certified Public Accountant Review

    3 credits
    To prepare the student for problems encountered on Becker CPA exam. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 334  or permission of the program chair.
  
  • ACCT 432 - Auditing I

    3 credits
    Purpose, scope, concepts, and methods used in examining and attesting to financial statements. Study and evaluation of internal controls; statistical sampling, audit work papers, planning an audit, professional standards, ethics and legal liability. Offered fall semester. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 332 .
  
  • ACCT 441 - Accounting for Non-Profit Organizations

    3 credits
    Accounting and budgetary controls for governmental units and non-profit service organizations including schools and hospitals, and special features of fund accounting. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 231  .
  
  • ACCT 443 - Small Business Financial Management

    3 credits
    Accounting in the context of service and manufacturing business of a non-agricultural character; emphasis is on planning, inventory control, risks, rates of return and financial analysis. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 231 .
  
  • ACCT 455 - Strategic Planning and Evaluation

    3
    Decision-making methods for managing various business cycles and environmental circumstances; analysis of objectives and development of personnel and programs into an integrated whole. To be taken during students final semester.
  
  • ACCT 460 - Accounting Theory

    3 credits
    A study of financial accounting theory, including information drawn from recent research in financial accounting is presented. The accounting theory’s relevance in understanding the modern practice of accounting is stressed. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 331 .
  
  • ACCT 470 - Modern Management Accounting

    3 credits
    Managing the accounting function within an organization and define the role of the top financial officers. Topics will demonstrate the accountant’s role in the decision making, implementation and evaluation process of a firm. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 320  and BADM 360 .
  
  • ACCT 480W - Contemporary Issues in Accounting & Taxation

    3 credits
    Current accounting issues are researched in terms of presentation and disclosure. Financial accounting concepts and statements of the financial accounting standards provide the framework for academic exploration. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 332  and ACCT 334 .
  
  • ACCT 490 - Internship

    1-12 credits
    Through individually appropriate field experiences students are given opportunities to apply knowledge gained from coursework and to integrate theory and practice in professional situations. Only three semester credit hours may be used to satisfy the upper division concentration requirements. Prerequisite: Senior standing; or permission of the Program Chair. Offered each semester. Prerequisite(s): Senior Standing.
  
  • ACCT 495 - Special Project

    1-6 credits
    An advanced course designed to permit qualified students to pursue an approved topic through independent study under the direction of a faculty member, and to produce a specific outcome. Only three semester credit hours of either ACCT 495 or ACCT 497  may be used to satisfy the upper division concentration requirements. Prerequisite: Senior standing; or permission of the Program Chair. Offered each semester. Prerequisite(s): Senior Standing.
  
  • ACCT 497 - Senior Thesis

    3 credits
    An advanced course allowing a student to complete an independent research project or scholarily investigation that demonstrates mastery of methodology appropriate to the student’s field of study. Only three semester credit hours of either ACCT 495  or ACCT 497 may be used to satisfy the upper division concentration requirements. Prerequisite: Senior standing or permission of the program chair. Offered each semester. Prerequisite(s): Senior Standing.

American Cultural Studies

  
  • ACS 110 - Intro to Ethnic Studies

    1

    This course is an introduction to diverse institutional, cultural, historical, and contemporary issues relating to African-Americans, Asian Americans, American Indians and Chicano-Latinos in the United States.

  
  • ACS 489 - Mentorship

    1-3 credits
    Students in the Native American Studies program will serve as mentors for less advanced students. These mentorships will be arranged through organizations such as the Heritage University Dreamcatchers Program.  May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Offered fall, spring, and summer semester. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
  
  • ACS 490 - Internship

    1-6 credits
    Through individually appropriate field experiences, students are given an opportunity to apply knowledge gained from coursework and to integrate theory and practice in professional situations. Prerequisite: Permission of Program Chair. Offered fall, spring, and summer semesters.
  
  • ACS 495 - Special Project

    3 credits
    An advanced course designed to permit qualified students to pursue an approved topic through independent study under the direction of a faculty member and to produce a specific outcome. As part of the course, the student will also prepare and present a portfolio representing the student’s achievements and progress within the discipline (for example, academic papers, journalistic publications, literary works, videos of teaching, presentations, or performances, and so on. Prerequisite: Permission of Program Chair. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
  
  • ACS 497 - Senior Thesis

    3 credits
    An advanced course allowing the student to complete an independent research project or scholarly investigation which demonstrates mastery of methodology appropriate to the student’s field of study. As part of the course, the student will also prepare and present a portfolio representing the student’s achievements and progress within the discipline (for example, academic papers, journalistic publications, literary works, videos of teaching, presentations, or performances, and so on. Prerequisite: Permission of Program Chair. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
  
  • NAIS 302W - Tribal Governance and Sovereignty

    3
    This course will provide an overview of Federal Indian law and applicable tribal law related to tribal governance and sovereignty. Explores the historical framework, current development and practice of the underlying legal doctrines prominent today that impact federal, state and tribal governmental relationships, tribal governments and their institutions, and communities. This course will also examine the source and scope of seminal federal, state and tribal authority in Indian Country, including but not limited to, U.S. Supreme Court case law decisions, the Indian Civil Rights Act, and Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. Offered Spring of odd-numbered years.

American Sign Language

  
  • ASL 101 - American Sign Language I

    4 credits
    Understanding the deaf culture, basic sentence structure of American Sign Language, manual alphabet, vocabulary and communication skills. Offered fall and spring semesters.
  
  • ASL 102 - American Sign Language II

    4 credits
    Continuation of American Sign Language I. Offered fall and spring semesters.
  
  • ASL 201 - Intermediate American Sign Language

    3 credits
    Continuation of ASL 102 . Offered fall semesters.
  
  • ASL 202 - Intermediate American Sign Lang II

    3 credits
    Continuation of ASL 201 . Offered spring semesters.
  
  • ASL 490 - Internship

    1-6 credits
    Through individually appropriate field experiences, students are given opportunity to apply knowledge gained from coursework and to integrate theory and practice in professional situations. Offered fall, spring, and summer semesters. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Program Chair.
  
  • ASL 495 - Special Project

    3 credits
    An advanced course designed to permit qualified students to pursue an approved topic through independent study under the direction of a faculty member and to produce a specific outcome. Offered fall, spring, and summer semesters. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Program Chair.

Art

  
  • ART 170 - Basic Design I

    3 credits
    Introduction to elements and principles of two-dimensional design. Students will develop an understanding of concepts of visual composition, emphasis on design vocabulary and critical analysis. Offered fall, spring semesters. Materials fee.
  
  • ART 180 - Drawing I

    3 credits
    Introduction to basic media and methods in drawing. Emphasis on experimentation and expression. Offered fall and spring semesters. Materials fee
  
  • ART 202 - Introduction to Digital Photography

    3 credits
    Introduction to the capturing of 2-D imagery by means of digital camera and the manipulation and transformation of that imagery to printed form with the use of the computer. Materials fee. Offered fall, spring semesters.
  
  • ART 204 - Jewelry/Small Metal I

    3 credits
    Introduction to design and construction of jewelry and small metal sculpture. Includes experience with a variety of methods and media. Offered spring and fall semester. Materials fee.
  
  • ART 206 - Photography I

    3 credits
    Introduction to basic black and white photographic processes, concepts and basic darkroom methods. Offered TBA. Materials fee.
  
  • ART 240 - American Indian Cultural Arts

    3 credits
    Introduction to American Indian arts with emphasis on Yakama Plateau culture and history. Provides students opportunity for exploration of the topic through studio projects, lectures, demonstrations, and video presentations. Offered spring semesters. Materials fee.
  
  • ART 250 - Painting I

    3 credits
    Introduction to formal and technical concerns of painting using transparent water media. Emphasis on personal expression. Offered spring and fall semesters. Materials fee.
  
  • ART 265 - Pottery I

    3 credits
    Introduction to basic hand forming methods, surface treatments and firing techniques used by ceramic artists and potters working in many cultural traditions. Emphasis on personal expression with both sculptural and functional work. Offered Fall and Spring semesters. Materials fee.
  
  • ART 270 - Basic Design II (3-Dimensional Design)

    3 credits
    Introduction to the elements and principles of design in three-dimensional media. Emphasis on design vocabulary and critical analysis as applied to three-dimensional composition. Offered TBD. Materials fee.
  
  • ART 280 - Drawing II

    3 credits
    Continued exploration of media and methods explored in ART 180. Offered TBA. Materials fee. Prerequisite(s): ART 180 .
  
  • ART 290 - Western Art History

    3 Credits
    A survey of Western traditions in Visual Art- prehistory to 1945. Prerequisite(s):   
  
  • ART 303 - Special Topic

    3 credits (maximum 36 credits)
    Study of specialized subject matter in Art. Topics vary depending upon current interests and needs. May be repeated for credit with a new topic. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Offered TBA. Materials Fee for studio topics.
  
  • ART 305 - Introduction to Art Therapy

    3 credits
    An introduction to the history and practices of the profession of Art Therapy. Students will gain experience with the creative process and the use of visual expression in communication and understanding of themselves and others. A largely experiential course, students will engage the creative process in relationship to visual expression and therapy. Offered fall semesters.
  
  • ART 306W - World Art Hist I (Ancient to 1500)

    3 credits
    A historical survey of World art prehistory thorough 1500. Emphasis is placed on art within its cultural context and cross-cultural influences among art traditions. Offered fall semesters in even-numbered years.
  
  • ART 307W - World Art Hist II (1500 to Present)

    3 credits
    A historical survey of world art from 1500 to the contemporary period. A continuation of ART 306W . Offered spring semesters in odd-numbered years.
  
  • ART 310 - Integrating Art Across Curriculum

    3 credits
    Current philosophies and methods for integrating art making and art history with academic curriculum. This course explores designing and assessing lesson plans and studio based projects that connect visual arts and art history with reading, writing, mathematics, science, and history. Offered TBA. Materials fee.
  
  • ART 340 - American Indian Cultural Arts II

    3 credits
    A continuation of study begun in ART 240 . This course is studio based with emphasis on developing skills and knowledge of American Indian arts, especially those of Yakama Plateau culture. Offered spring and fall semesters. Materials fee. Prerequisite(s): ART 240 .
  
  • ART 353 - Intermediate Watercolor

    3 credits
    A continuation of exploration and experimentation of formal and technical concerns of watercolor with emphasis on development of personal interpretation and experimentation with various water-based media. Offered fall, spring semesters. Materials fee. Prerequisite(s): ART 250 .
  
  • ART 354 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Art

    3 credits
    Theory and practice of teaching visual art and art history for K-12 levels. Development of syllabi and lesson plans; lecture, discussion and use of a teaching journal; designing assessment instruments and evaluating student performance; practice and assessment with written and oral critiques. Includes preparation for the WEST-E in art. Offered TBA.
  
  • ART 355 - Ceramic Sculpture I

    3 credits
    Intermediate study of methods, concepts and tradition of hand formed clay work. This course includes an introduction to kiln firing and glaze formulation. Offered Spring and Fall semesters. Materials fee. Prerequisite(s): ART 265 .
  
  • ART 356 - Ceramic Sculpture II

    3 credits
    Continued study of handbuilding methods. Offered Spring and Fall semesters. Materials fee. Prerequisite(s): ART 355 .
  
  • ART 357 - Acrylic Painting I

    3 credits
    Introduction to easel painting using acrylic paint. Students will focus on the acquisition of skill with materials and techniques appropriate for expression of personal concepts and intention. Offered Spring and Fall semester. Materials fee.
  
  • ART 358 - Acrylic Painting II

    3 credits
    Continued exploration and experimentation of formal and technical concerns of painting with emphasis on development of personal expression and interpretation. Offered Spring and Fall semesters. Materials fee. Prerequisite(s): ART 357 .
  
  • ART 359 - Multi-media Design

    3 credits
    This course focuses on creative approachs to design of small scale work utilizing a variety of fine art media and methods in the creation of unique artwork for the commercial market. Offered TBA. Materials fee.
  
  • ART 370 - Graphic Design I

    3 credits
    Builds on the fundamentals of design as they relate to graphic design. Introduction to software specific to graphic design, using Adobe Illustrator. Students will create specific print-media projects such as logos, flyers, posters, and announcements, as well as exploration of typography.   Offered spring semester. Materials fee. Prerequisite(s): ART 170 .
  
  • ART 371 - Illustration I

    3 credits
    Introduction to tools used by professionals in this field. Traditional methods will be used to produce illustration projects for newspaper and magazine ads, posters, publications and covers. Offered TBA. Materials fee. Prerequisite(s): ART 170 .
  
  • ART 372 - Professional Practices for Artists

    3 credits
    This course focuses on the skills needed to support a professional career in the visual arts including professional business practices, marketing, studio management, ethics, and portfolio preparation. Offered TBA.
  
  • ART 380 - Drawing III

    3 credits
    Continuation of ART 280  with an emphasis on composition and development of personal expression. Includes drawing from the figure. Offered TBA. Materials fee. Prerequisite(s): ART 280 .
  
  • ART 390 - Advanced Topic

    1-3 credits
    Students pursue independent study of specialized subject matter in visual art. Topics vary depending upon current interests and needs. May be repeated for credit with a new topic. Materials fee for studio topics. Prerequisite(s): Permission of program chair.
  
  • ART 400 - Art Seminar

    3 credits
    Contemporary concepts in art theory and criticism. Can be repeated for up to 6 credits. Prerequisite: permission of program chair. Offered TBA.
  
  • ART 402W - Contemporary World Art

    3 credits
    A survey of contemporary world art, artists and their role in human society. Offered spring semester of even-numbered years.
  
  • ART 405 - Introduction to Architectural Ceramics

    3 credits
    This course covers basic construction methods and techniques for the production of ceramic art created to integrate into architectural and landscape surroundings. Various techniques for installation and preservation will be explored. The class will complete a collaborative project from the concept through installation. Offered TBA. Materials fee. Prerequisite(s): ART 355  
  
  • ART 450 - Advanced Painting

    3 credits
    Advanced studies in painting with an emphasis on personal expression and interpretation. Offered Spring and Fall semesters. May be repeated for credit. Materials fee. Prerequisite(s): ART 353  
  
  • ART 451 - Acrylic Painting III

    3 credits
    Advanced studies in painting with an emphasis on personal expression and interpretation. Offered TBA. Materials fee. Prerequisite(s): ART 358 .
  
  • ART 452 - Acrylic Painting IV

    3 credits
    Advanced study of acrylic painting focused on the development and exhibition of a body of work. May be repeated for credit. Offered TBA. Materials fee. Prerequisite(s): ART 451  
  
  • ART 456 - Ceramic Sculpture III

    3 credits
    Advanced study of hand-building methods focusing on personal expression. Offered Spring and Fall semesters. Materials fee. Prerequisite(s):   
  
  • ART 457 - Ceramic Sculpture IV

    3 credits
    Advanced study of hand-building methods focusing on the development and exhibition of a body of work. Can be repeated for credit. Offered spring and fall semesters TBA. Material fee. Prerequisite(s): ART 456  
  
  • ART 470 - Graphic Design II

    3 credits


    Continued introduction to software specific to graphic design, using Adobe Photoshop. Students will create specific print- and digital-media projects, including basic photo-editing and compilation, posters, and web graphics. If time allows, Adobe InDesign will be covered. Offered TBA. Materials fee. Prerequisite(s): ART 370  

     

  
  • ART 471 - Illustration II

    3 credits
    Continuation of ART 371  with introduction to computer aided methods. Projects will be directed at helping students develop a personal style. Offered TBA. materials fee. Prerequisite(s): ART 371 .
  
  • ART 475 - Graphic Design III

    3 credits
    An advanced course in graphic design, utilizing Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. Students will create specific client-driven projects as well as pursue independent project management through self-directed study. Students will find clients, propose, and execute projects independently under faculty supervision. Projects may include advanced design in any or all of the following areas: corporate identity (logo design and usage), packaging, print advertising, multi-piece campaigns, and publications brochures, annual reports, etc focus will also be placed on building a diverse graphic design portfolio. Offered TBA. Materials fee. Prerequisite(s):  ART 470  
  
  • ART 480 - Advanced Drawing

    3 credits
    Advanced study of drawing methods and materials with an emphasis on personal interpretation and figure study. May be repeated for credit. Offered TBA. Materials fee. Prerequisite(s): ART 380 .
  
  • ART 490 - Internship

    1-6 credits
    Through individually appropriate field experiences, students are given opportunity to apply knowledge gained from coursework and to integrate theory and practice in professional situations. Offered Fall, Spring and Summer semesters. Prerequisite(s):  Permission of Program Chair
  
  • ART 495 - Special Project

    3 credits
    An advanced course designed to permit qualified students to pursue an approved topic through independent study under the direction of a faculty member and to produce a specific outcome. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Material fee for studio topics. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Program Chair.
  
  • ART 497 - Senior Thesis

    3 credits
    Preparation of a professional portfolio and presentation of a body of work suitable for exhibition. Portfolio and presentation may include work from previous semesters but must include three new studio projects developed during the semester. This course includes end-of-major assessment requirements. Offered Spring and Fall semesters. Materials fee. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing; permission of Program Chair.

Astronomy

  
  • ASTR 301 - Intermediate General Astronomy

    3
    A study of the night sky primarily for science majors. Provides a brief of astronomy through Newton. Topics include the properties of the sun, earth, moon, planets, asteroids and comets. Study of the origin and evolution of the solar system; life in the universe; and recent results from space missions and ground-based telescopes. Prerequisite(s):   ,   or department chair permission. Co-requisite(s):  
  
  • ASTR 301L - Lab Intermediate General Astronomy

    1
    Lab for   Co-requisite(s):  
  
  • ASTR 302 - Solar and Stellar Astronomy

    3 credits
    A study of the stars, beginning with the earth’s closest star-the sun. Primarily a course designed for science majors. Topics include an introduction to light, atoms and modern observing technologies at a beginning scale; origin of chemical elements, supernovae, pulsars, neutron stars, and black holes; structure and evolution of our own galaxy; nature of other galaxies; active galaxies and quasars; expanding or contracting universe, cosmology, the big bang and early universe. Co-requisite(s): ASTR 302L .
  
  • ASTR 302L - Lab Solar and Stellar Astronomy

    1 credit
    Lab for   Co-requisite(s): ASTR 302.
  
  • ASTR 305 - Introduction to Cosmology

    3 credits
    A descriptive introduction to the study of the ultimate structure and evolution of the universe. Covers the history of the universe, cosmological speculation, and the nature of the galaxies. Provides a qualitative introduction to relativity theory and the nature of space-time, black holes, models of the universe, and methods of testing them.
  
  • ASTR 313 - Observational Astronomy

    3 credits
    Primarily for Science majors. A lecture and Laboratory course that deals with different types of basic observational techniques in astronomy. The laboratory section generally meets at night unless studying the sun. Students use observational facilities at the Moore Observatory and the newly renovated former Rattlesnake Mt. Observatory. Additional work out side posted laboratory hours may be required to take advantage of clear skies. Co-requisite(s): ASTR 313L .
  
  • ASTR 313L - Lab Observational Astronomy

    1 credit
    Lab for ASTR 313 . Co-requisite(s): ASTR 313 .
  
  • ASTR 323 - Teaching Astronomy

    3 credits
    A seminar-style class offered primarily for a mixture of science and non-science majors who plan to teach science or are looking to more effectively communicate science concepts. In addition to astronomy content, students will learn effective teaching strategies and gain practical experience by developing and implementing their own concept-based astronomy lessons. Includes an accompanying lab. Co-requisite(s): ASTR 323L .
  
  • ASTR 323L - Lab Teaching Astronomy

    1 credit
    Lab for ASTR 323 . Co-requisite(s): ASTR 323 .
  
  • ASTR 353W - The History of Astronomy

    3 credits
    For either science or non-science majors. Discussion of the history of astronomy, dating from pre-Egyptian cultures to modern day scientific discoveries. Observation prior to invention of the telescope; invention of the telescope and its impact on astronomy; concepts of cosmology and how they have developed over time. Impact of the Hubble Space Telescope on modern astronomy; space exploration and its impact on astronomy.
  
  • ASTR 401 - The Physics of Light

    3 credits
    A study of ther physics of light; stellar spectroscopes and an introduction to classification of stellar spectra; photometry and its usage in observational astronomy; optical telescopes design and construction; stellar imaging techniques from A to Z. Co-requisite(s): ASTR 401L .
 

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