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ADIN 296 - Independent Study
Credits: 3
A student desiring to take a course on an independent study basis may do so by obtaining the approval of the instructor, the area Program Director, and the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. The option of taking a course on an independent study basis is considered a privilege and is limited generally to those mature students capable of handling the necessary responsibilities. Independent study request forms can be obtained in the Student Service Center. Additional guidelines are stated on these forms.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
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ADIN 297 - Special Studies
Credits: 3
Special Studies courses are offered periodically based on faculty and student interests. These courses may focus on skill development, special interest topics, or contemporary art and design events. For additional information please inquire with faculty adviser.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
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ADIN 300 - Principles of Game Design
Credits: 3
An introduction to the process and principles of designing video games for entertainment and education. Students will apply principles of game and user experience design as they conceive, design, and pitch video game concepts targeted towards various platforms and experiences through the production of design briefs, wireframes, storyboards, simulated prototypes, and formal presentations.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADGD-265
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ADIN 330 - Asset Creation for Games
Credits: 3
This course is an exploration of the process and principles of designing production-ready assets for video games. Students will apply principles of visual design as they conceive, design, and create artwork as well as develop the technical skills to integrate them using industry-standard software.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADGD-265
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ADIN 380 - Introduction to Motion Graphics
Credits: 3
An introductory exploration of motion as an element of visual communication. Students will pursue understanding of the fundamental principles and techniques supporting animation and motion graphics as well as develop the technical skills to apply them using industry standard software.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADGD-265 or COMM-333
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ADIN 405 - Scripting for Games and Apps
Credits: 3
Students will create working models of video games / apps within industry standard (special-case programming) scripting environments. They will apply fundamental programming vocabulary, logic, flow, and principles in the pursuit of understanding a key element of game design. This course is targeted towards students who are not experienced programmers.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Cross-listed: COSC-405
Prerequisite: ADIN-300
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ADIN 410 - Web Design II
Credits: 3
This course concentrates on the design of interactive websites for the promotion of people, places, and things. Students will continue to build their technical and visual communication skill sets in the context of web design as they further explore the utilization of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to promote and engage.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADGD-310, and ADGD-361
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ADIN 415 - Interactive Applications
Credits: 3
Students will pursue further exploration of the principles of graphical user interface design, usability, interaction, digital storytelling, and scripting through the ideation and development of interactive applications for multiple platforms.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADGD-310
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ADIN 420 - Interactive Information Design
Credits: 3
An exploration of design / interactive media and its ability to transform data into meaningful and engaging experiences. Students will develop information based interactive applications such as electronic way finding apps and touch screen museum kiosks, utilizing research, and the elements of scripting, sound, type, imagery, motion, and interactivity.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADGD-361, and ADIN-415
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ADIN 425 - Applications in Game Design
Credits: 3
Students will produce playable game applications as they pursue advanced understanding of the tools, principles, and processes of game design. Students will demonstrate skill and knowledge in utilizing game engines, scripting principles, assessing program performance, and balancing gameplay.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Cross-listed: COSC-425
Prerequisite: ADIN-405
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ADIN 430 - 3D Modeling
Credits: 3
An introduction to modeling three-dimensional graphics using 3-D and 2-D graphics software. Students will explore modeling, texture mapping, lighting, composition, and rendering.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADGD-275
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ADIN 440 - Motion Graphics
Credits: 3
Building upon Introduction to Motion Graphics, students will continue to pursue understanding of motion as an element of visual communication. Students will seek advancement of skills and knowledge through the creation of refined examples of motion graphics that engage, persuade, inform, and inspire.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADIN-380
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ADIN 450 - UX/UI Design
Credits: 3
This course’s purpose is to advance students’ understanding of the specialized disciplines, user experience, and user interface design. Students will pursue advancing visual and interactive communication skill sets as they complete application focused projects that seek to create effective user experiences. Focus is placed on principles, processes, and practices specific to user experience and user interface design and include topics such as usability, user interaction, iconography, mapping, and prototyping.
Prerequisite: ADGD-310
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ADIN 455 - Advanced UX/UI Design
Credits: 3
Building upon the course UX/UI Design, the primary goal of this course is to continue advancing students’ understanding of the specialized disciplines, user experience, and user interface design. This course emphasizes developing a refined conceptual process and producing more complex high-caliber design solutions.
Prerequisite: ADIN-450
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ADIN 461 - Interactive Design Capstone
Credits: 6
Capstone challenges senior level students to develop and produce a personal design project of significant scope that culminates and refines skills, knowledge, and understanding acquired throughout the program. This process includes concept development, presentation, discussion, critique, conducting and applying design research, writing, content development, iteration, refinement, and reflection. Formal reviews of each student’s project by design professionals and a public exhibition are components of this course. As the culminating project of the interactive design degree, students should seek to meet the highest standards of design.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Program Director Approval
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ADIN 462 - Game Design Capstone I
Credits: 3
This course is part one of a two-course sequence that challenges senior students to develop and produce a significant game design project that culminates the skills, knowledge, and understanding acquired throughout the program. The focus of part one is project development, including ideation, research, and prototyping. Design professionals formally review project progress as a component of this course. Students must take this course and ADIN-463, Game Design Capstone II consecutively.
Prerequisite: ADIN-405
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ADIN 463 - Game Design Capstone II
Credits: 3
This course is part two of a two-course sequence that challenges senior students to develop and produce a significant game design project that culminates the skills, knowledge, and understanding acquired throughout the program. The focus of part two is project production, including testing, refinement, and reflection. Design professionals formally review project progress as a component of this course.
Prerequisite: ADIN-462
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ADIN 494 - Senior Show Experience
Credits: 0
To satisfy the requirements of the BFA/BA degree in Design & Visual Art, a senior show experience (0 credits) must be completed in collaboration with the area program director.
Cross-listed: ADGD-494, ADID-494, ADSA-494, ADPV-494
Prerequisite: Program Director Approval
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ADIN 496 - Independent Study
Credits: 1-4
A student desiring to take a course on an independent study basis may do so by obtaining the approval of the instructor, the area Program Director, and the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. The option of taking a course on an independent study basis is considered a privilege and is limited generally to those mature students capable of handling the necessary responsibilities. Independent study request forms can be obtained in the Student Service Center. Additional guidelines are stated on these forms.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor, Program Director Approval
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ADIN 497 - Special Studies
Credits: 3
Special Studies courses are offered periodically based on faculty and student interests. These courses may focus on skill development, special interest topics, or contemporary art and design events.
Spring 2022: Board Game Design
Students of this course will pursue an understanding of game principles, user experience, prototyping, user testing, through the craft of board game design. They will produce playable board games as they build skills and knowledge of artisanship, user experience, and process through research, review, and design.
Prerequisites: ADGD-275, ADPV-317, or ADID-150
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADIN-380
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ADIN 498 - Senior Seminar
Credits: 3
During this culminating experience, students will begin transitioning focus from student to professional designer. The primary targeted outcomes are assessment and preparation of a high-quality portfolio presentation, and evaluation of interests and aptitudes. While making final preparations for beginning a professional career, emphasis is also placed on the communication aspect of the profession. This course includes visits to professional design studios, portfolio reviews with professional graphic designers, and visiting lecturers.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Program Director Approval
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ADIN 499 - Internship
Credits: 3-6
Exposure to a professional environment is a critical component in the education of a designer. This required experience guides students in preparing for and acquiring an internship position. Preparation includes developing materials such as a professional design resume and portfolio, identifying internship opportunities, and conducting formal business communication. In addition to attending 3 workshops held throughout the school year, a minimum of 150 contact hours of internship is required. B.F.A. Graphic and Interactive majors are required to complete 3 internship credits. Internship opportunities should be within a professional design environment ideally under the mentorship of at least one design professional, and be approved by the internship coordinator/instructor. Internship credits are issued after the submission of required forms and a designed experience journal or formal presentation.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADGD-361 and Program Director Approval
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ADPV 111 - Portfolio Review, Photo Video
Credits: 0
Students of a Maryville Design & Visual Art program must participate in multiple portfolio reviews as they progress through their major. Portfolio Reviews consist of a student formally presenting their body of studio work with a focus on their most recent to be reviewed by multiple DVA faculty members. Students will receive feedback concerning their achievement of expected outcomes and progress.
Prerequisite: Major in Photography and Digital Art
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ADPV 117 - Exploration Photography
Credits: 3
Students learn how to explore their world through their phone and smart tablet camera. The course provides both an intellectual and tactual adventure. The framework of the course is based on weekly excursions in the City and County of St. Louis. Students will develop a new lens for how to see the world by thinking about the aesthetic, intellectual and emotional aspects of the images they capture. Students will also gain an understanding of location scouting. There will be lectures that introduce historic and contemporary photographers. Workshops using different apps for capture, editing and sharing will be part of the course. Students will graduate with a portfolio of work that showcases how they see their world.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
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ADPV 280 - Photo, Video, Social Media and Art
Credits: 3
Creators use photography and video to make an impact on culture. Students in this class will learn how to use a smart phone or tablet to create images and then turn them into an art practice on social media. The class consists of a framework of lectures, discussions and projects that make the novice social media user a focused creator through their photography and videos. A survey of media and art theory will be included as students learn where still and moving images changed society for the good or bad.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
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ADPV 310 - Video Editing & Post Production
Credits: 3
This course focuses on the practice of digital video and audio production and editing via Adobe Premier Pro CC. Students will pursue an understanding of how to create video content and edit it. Students will learn the basics of production management. Course will include technical instruction in camera controls, editing, audio capture and digital distribution. Students will engage in a project based curriculum that explores conceptual and technical video work. The main objective of this course is in learning how to edit captured content that showcases one’s skills with post production.
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ADPV 315 - Cinematography and Story Telling
Credits: 3
This course focuses on the practice of capturing digital video content. Students will pursue an understanding of the language of video, storytelling, and the principles of shooting cinematic quality video. Course will include technical instruction covering Adobe After Effects editing software, camera function and digital effects. Students will engage in a project based curriculum that explores conceptual and technical development in cinematography, lighting and editing.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADPV-310
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ADPV 317 - Foundation of Digital Photo and Lighting
Credits: 3
Students learn how photography is created through both the science and art of the practice. The fundamentals of how a 35mm camera work are studied and students learn to use the manual settings to create images through various exposure and settings. The class is taught in the Lighting Studio and students learn how to use light modifiers and various light sources (strobe, hot lights, led) to create works of art. The skill of classical portraiture lighting and basic styling (hair, makeup, and costume design) for a narrative series is explored. Abstract image making with light is also part of the course as students explore how to light still and moving objects. Students graduate with a portfolio of skills that will allow to work in a professional photography studio. A survey of contemporary and historic study photographers are explored.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
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ADPV 318 - Advanced Studio Lighting & Installation Art
Credits: 3
In this class students will learn how to build and light sets for video productions and photo shoots. The course includes designing backdrops and building complicated structures that demand advanced lighting. There will be a survey of installation and new media artists. Student will graduate with a portfolio of work that showcases their creativity and skill in making videos and taking photographs with built environments. This will serve as an introduction to styling and staging for television, film, and display design for stores and other venues.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADPV-317
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ADPV 319 - Commercial Photography and Client Communication
Credits: 3
This course will focus on creating photography for commercial portraiture, advertising, fashion, public relations and communications. Assignments will be based in the technical execution of client based image making. Students will develop and execute a complete visual campaign for a fictitious client.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADPV-317 or COMM-231
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ADPV 374 - Photojournalism
Credits: 3
The objective of this course is to educate students on how to tell a story using still photographs and video through reportage. There is a serious focus on technical skills with the camera and lighting with a flash. Students will explore how photojournalist have changed the world throughout history and will in turn think about how they might be changing the world with their work. Students will be active learners going out in the world documenting stories of various interests . The class will explore the professional practices of photojournalism in the digital age through social media. Assignments will include reportage in diverse areas including sports, editorial, conservation, health, science, historical, news, adventure, travel, food, design and lifestyle.
Cross-listed: COMM-374
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ADPV 415 - Fine Art Photography and Advanced Editing
Credits: 3
This course is an advanced study of Editing Image and Printing Fine Art. Post Production skills will be taught using Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom and other various programs. Students will work with images to create both commercial and fine art through digital and traditional craft. A survey of important art photographers will be introduced. Students will explore early analog processes including cyanotype and sun printing, and will learn how to create a transfer print onto art paper or fabric using a digital file. There will be a portfolio of paper where students will learn how to use watercolor, metallic paper, satin, luster, matte, heavy weight and canvass material. The exploration of mark making and coloring with dyes, charcoal, pastel, paint and collage with taken material on photographic prints with options for mounting and framing. Graduates will produce a portfolio of printed archival work.
General Education Area: Fine Art
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ADPV 417 - Video Art
Credits: 3
This course focuses on the practice of creating video content for contemporary art in the studio using both cameras and smart tablets. The course will be heavy on learning various lighting techniques and manipulating the camera to create artistic imagery. Projection video used for concerts and other creative purposes will be taught. Creating conceptual video for use on social media will be demonstrated and explored through various projects including a music video, abstract film, narrative deconstruction and other exciting genre. Students will get exposure to video sculpture, installation video work and site specific video. The course will include lectures, discussion and screenings of contemporary and historic video art projects.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADPV-310 and ADPV-317
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ADPV 418 - Conceptual Capstone
Credits: 3
Student will research a conceptual idea and write an academic research thesis paper while also producing a body of work that addresses their thesis. The course will focus on the study of theory and how various ideas relate to the student’s art practices. Students will graduate with a book that includes their work and writing. This paper provides our graduates with a powerful sample of their writing for graduate school entry. The work can be thought as a portfolio for a media campaign or a fine art exhibit. Students are encouraged to be as creative and innovative as possible and may use video, photography or any other medium to express their ideas.
Prerequisite: Permission of Program Director
Corequisite: ADPV-494
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ADPV 419 - Commercial Capstone
Credits: 3
Students will produce a comprehensive portfolio of commercial content that showcases their talent as Creators. There will be a series of lectures that showcase how a narrative can be created through a large body of work. Students will evaluate how images and video communicate as language. A portfolio book, an online portfolio, and a video will be produced that illustrates their own style, talent and vision. There will also be advanced technical commercial content instruction and assignments.
Note: This course is for students with senior status.
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ADPV 450 - Professional Business Seminar
Credits: 3
This Seminar is based in foundational business principles that will educated students on a variety of professional skills. Half of the course is focused on students learning how to set up their own LLC and learn how to operate their own business. The other half will be dedicated to teaching students how to complete a portfolio of documents that will provide them the needed dossier for applying for internships and jobs. Students will be expected to be active in searching for employment leads, registering and working with a temp agency, managing their social media and submitting applications for various career opportunities.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Status
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ADPV 494 - Senior Show Experience
Credits: 0
To satisfy the requirements of the BFA/BA degree in Design & Visual Art, a senior show experience (0 credits) must be completed in collaboration with the area Program Director.
Related Courses: ADGD-494, ADID-494, ADIN-494
Prerequisite: Program Director Approval
Corequisite: ADPV-418
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ADPV 495 - Practicum
Credits: 1-3
This course provides professional learning through a practicum. The class works for a company or organization producing a media campaign. The professor will work as the art director guiding the students through real world projects. Student will produce photography, videos and use social media to market and communicate. The projects might include producing a documentary video, a promotional advertisement, a public relation campaign or an educational experience. Students will focus on producing high quality work that can be used in the professional marketplace. When offered this special experience can replace the Internship.
Prerequisite: ADPV-280 and ADPV-315
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ADPV 496 - Independent Study
Credits: 1-6
This is a course designed by the student and the Program Director that addresses the needs of learning beyond the offered courses. At times the Program Director might create a special independent study for Study Abroad where students act as a hinged group for a special project. Students can propose studies that range from the study history, theory or cultural exploration of photography, video, film making and art. Students will need to propose five learning objectives and then write a detailed report on the outcomes from the course. The assignments are created with the Program Director and they can be in the form of a paper, portfolio, or project. This course is Pass/Fail.
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor, Program Director Approval
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ADPV 497 - Special Studies
Credits: 1-6
Special Studies courses are offered periodically based on faculty and student interests. These courses may focus on skill development, special interest topics, or contemporary art and design events. For additional information please inquire with faculty adviser.
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor
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ADPV 499 - Internship
Credits: 1-3
This course provides professional learning through work experience in collaboration with qualified practicing personnel and individually determined learning objectives. This can be through an on campus experience such as working as the media manager for a sports team or it can be working with a freelance photographer, artist, filmmaker or it can be a traditional internship with a business. This can be completed virtually or online with a participating provider. Students must complete an agreed amount of hours and five learning objectives with the internship provider and the Program Director. Hours can vary according to workload, activity, and need. All students must write a detailed report of their activity and how they meet those learning objective that lead professional outcomes. To pass the course students must receive a letter of recommendation from the provider. This course is Pass/Fail.
Prerequisite: Coordination through the Program Faculty Advisor
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ADSA 102 - Studio Drawing
Credits: 3
In this course, students explore the formal structure and expressive possibilities of drawing from observation. With a focus on mark making with a variety of tools, mediums and techniques, projects explore form, proportion, volume, movement, and composition. Recommended for Studio Art majors and open to all students interested in developing and refining their skills.
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ADSA 150 - Design II
Credits: 3
Design II continues the exploration of the design process. The understanding of design deepens with the exploration of 3D. Issues of volume and space will be explored. New areas include the relation of content and function to a design solution and the use of technology to document the process. Problem solving, documentation and communication will be emphasized. An understanding of these concepts and the design process will be demonstrated in the projects, class discussion and written statements.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
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ADSA 200 - Introduction to Ceramics
Credits: 3
This course introduces some of the basic processes of working with clay, including hand-building methods to create sculpture, sculptural vessels, basic glazing and surface treatments, as well as the aesthetics of form and function as they relate to works in clay.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
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ADSA 203H - Painting with Powders and Potions
Credits: 4
This course provides students with a hands-on introduction to painting that focuses on methods and materials. Students explore different types of mediums, including cold wax, galkyd, liquin, linseed oil, stand oil, neo meglip, and make their own paints from scratch with pigments.
General Education Area: Fine Arts and Elective
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors
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ADSA 205 - Introduction to Jewelry/Metalsmithing
Credits: 3
In this course, the student will focus on creating small sculptures and jewelry objects with an emphasis on design and craftsmanship. Techniques covered will include sawing, riveting, roll-printing, texturing, soldering, powder coating, finishing and working with a found object. Projects use copper and brass, as well as alternative materials. Students are encouraged to incorporate ideas from their area of study into their metal projects. Each student will research and write a short paper on metalsmith artists of their choice. Some outside class time is required to complete projects.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
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ADSA 208 - Drawing In Florence
Credits: 3
This course requires observational drawing from original monuments of Italian art, architecture, culture and history from Etruscan, Roman, Medieval, Renaissance and modern times. Emphasis is on perceptual drawing on-site to develop and apply drawing skills, to allow for creative expression, and to document and enhance the study abroad experience while living independently in Florence and experiencing Italian culture firsthand. In addition, students have opportunities to visit Rome, Venice, Siena, San Gimignano, Fiesole and other historic villages and towns in Italy, and drawing of content related to these trips is strongly encouraged. ADSA-208 is for students with little or no background in drawing or art history, but who have an interest in drawing and documenting their experiences in a travel journal.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor
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ADSA 210 - Introduction to Painting
Credits: 3
This course explores painting techniques, color mixing, composition and safe studio practices. It is an introduction to the aesthetic and expressive possibilities oil media. This course is designed to introduce the student to basic painting knowledge and technique. Students will acquire the ability to paint through the awareness of technique, color principles, and theory. Classical-contemporary methods will be examined in order to give the student a basic understanding of various approaches to painting. Health and safety issues will be stressed upon for the use of this particular medium.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
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ADSA 215 - Digital Photo Abroad
Credits: 3
In this course, students explore the rich visual culture of their study abroad location. Students will master the various functions of the digital camera and will create professional images for collecting, marketing or publication. The class will focus on guided walks displaying the region and vibrant, colorful city. Students will have the opportunity to document important cultural spaces. Students can expect to compile a portfolio of professional images that are equal to those published in National Geographic and the Smithsonian Magazine. This is a rare opportunity for students to learn how to capture amazing images in a place filled with awe, history, excitement, romance, beauty and mystery.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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ADSA 231H - 20,000 Years of Adornment
Credits: 4
Despite the evolution of civilization and humankind’s advancement in every field of study, one thing has remained constant – the need to express our individuality while maintaining a sense of belonging. From the dawn of civilization to contemporary society, humans have been using methods and objects of adornment to define themselves. From warding off evil spirits to signifying status or wealth to modern-day activism, objects and displays of adornment show us who we are, where we came from and what our belief systems are.
This studio course’s interdisciplinary approach will include class lectures, research, guest speakers, field study and hand making a body of work culminating in a public exhibition. Working in the ADSA metalsmithing and jewelry making studio, students will explore and experiment using traditional craft. Materials and techniques including found objects, wood, metal and fiber/textiles to create objects of adornment.
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ADSA 296 - Independent Study
Credits: 1-6
A student desiring to take a course on an independent study basis may do so by obtaining the approval of the instructor, the area Program Director, and the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. The option of taking a course on an independent study basis is considered a privilege and is limited generally to those mature students capable of handling the necessary responsibilities. Independent study request forms can be obtained in the Student Service Center. Additional guidelines are stated on these forms.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor, Program Director Approval
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ADSA 297 - Special Studies
Credits: 1-6
Special Studies courses are offered periodically based on faculty and student interests. These courses may focus on skill development, special interest topics, or contemporary art and design events. For additional information please inquire with faculty adviser.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor
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ADSA 297H - Special Studies
Credits: 4
These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty.
Fall 2021: Silver: Tears of the Moon, Metal of Allah
This course will introduce metalworking techniques and discuss the creative process while exploring the traditions and meanings of jewelry. At the conclusion of the course each student will have designed and executed a collection of silver jewelry.
General Education Area: Fine Arts, Humanities
Prerequisite: Membership in the Bascom Honors Program
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ADSA 300 - Ceramics I
Credits: 3
This intermediate ceramics course is a continuation of ADSA-200 Intro to Ceramics. Students will continue to develop a working knowledge of techniques in clay. Advanced students are expected to communicate effectively through creative expression, dialogue and writing. This class furthers the discussion of aesthetics as they relate to the development of a personal artistic agenda by the student.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADSA-200
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ADSA 301 - Ceramics II
Credits: 3
This advanced ceramics course is a continuation of ADSA-300 Ceramics I. Students will continue to develop a working knowledge of techniques in clay. Advanced students are expected to communicate effectively through creative expression, dialogue and writing. This course furthers the discussion of aesthetics as they relate to the development of a personal artistic agenda by the student.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADSA-300
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ADSA 306 - Figure Drawing
Credits: 3
This is a course for the student who has had some exposure to drawing, and a facility with color and black-and- white drawing media. The student will be introduced to figure structure, through surface anatomy, and figure composition with an emphasis on expression, content, and narrative. Students will draw from clothed and unclothed models using traditional and digital methods.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
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ADSA 310 - Painting I
Credits: 3
This course builds on the concepts and skills begun in ADSA-210 Introduction to Painting. Paintings from history as well as work from contemporary artists will be examined. Health and safety issues will be stressed for the use of this particular medium.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADSA-210
Corequisite: ADSA-110U
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ADSA 311 - Painting II
Credits: 3
This course builds on the concepts and skills begun in ADSA-310 Painting I. Along with developing skill, this course begins to develop the artist’s voice. Health and safety issues will be stressed upon for the use of this particular medium.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADSA-310
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ADSA 320 - Letterpress & Book Arts
Credits: 3
This course will engage students in the historic process of hand-set typography and letterpress printing. Projects will include setting type by hand using traditional methods, designing patterns and creating ornaments and flourishes to be printed with flexible plates, and book binding techniques.
Prerequisite: ADGD/ADID-265
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ADSA 325 - Serigraphy
Credits: 3
Serigraphy, or screen printing, is a printmaking method that can be applied to fine art prints, graphic design, and digital imaging and photography. This course is intended as an introduction to basic screen printing processes. Stencil making, drawing, and photo emulsion techniques will be covered, as well as instruction in darkroom procedures, ink mixing, registration and printing methods. Students will be expected to explore and expand upon their own conceptual ideas while building and strengthening their technical skills in all aspects of the screen printing process. The curriculum may be modified to add projects, should time remain.Related information on health and safety, along with best studio practices, will be discussed.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADGD-265, ADGD-264 or COMM-231
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ADSA 330 - Fiber Art
Credits: 3
This course focuses on individual expression in fiber media. Emphasis will be on sculptural exploration in basketry and knotting techniques, surface decoration combined with beading, quilting, and non-traditional media. Related information on health and safety, along with best studio practices, will be discussed.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADSA-150
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ADSA 375 - Jewelry and Metals I
Credits: 3
Continue building on skills obtained in ADSA-205. “Color On Metal” adds exciting new approaches to the student’s skill set with an emphasis on design and craftsmanship. Techniques covered will include hydraulic press forming, kiln fired enameling, torch fired enameling, and powder coating. Along with the studio work, each student will research and present on a specific metalsmithing technique of their choice. Outside class time is required to complete projects. Related information on health and safety, along with best studio practices, will be discussed.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADSA-205
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ADSA 376 - Jewelry and Metals II
Credits: 3
Continue building on skills obtained in ADSA-375. “Light Casting and Stone Setting” creatively explores this age-old process with an emphasis on design and craftsmanship. Techniques covered will include Cuttlefish bone casting, investing, burnout and vacuum casting, along with some stone setting. Each student will research and present on a specific metalsmithing technique of their choice. Outside class time is required to complete projects. Related information on health and safety, along with best studio practices will be discussed.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: ADSA-375
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ADSA 397 - Special Studies
Credits: 3
Special Studies courses are offered periodically based on faculty and student interests. These courses may focus on skill development, special interest topics, or contemporary art and design events. For additional information please inquire with faculty adviser.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
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ADSA 408 - Advanced Drawing In Florence
Credits: 3
This course requires observational drawing from original monuments of Italian art, architecture, culture and history from Etruscan, Roman, Medieval, Renaissance and modern times. Emphasis is on perceptual drawing on-site to develop and apply drawing skills, to allow for creative expression, and to document and enhance the study abroad experience while living independently in Florence and experiencing Italian culture firsthand. In addition, students have opportunities to visit Rome, Venice, Siena, San Gimignano, Fiesole and other historic villages and towns in Italy, and drawing of content related to these trips is strongly encouraged. ADSA-408 is for students with prior learning in drawing and art history who have an interest in drawing and documenting their experiences in a travel journal.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
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ADSA 415 - Digital Photo Abroad
Credits: 3
In this course, students with prior digital photo experience will explore the rich visual culture of their study abroad location. Students will research the culture and create professional images for collecting, marketing or publication. The class will focus on guided walks displaying the region and vibrant, colorful city. Students will have the opportunity to document important cultural spaces. Students can expect to compile a portfolio of professional images that are equal to those published in National Geographic and the Smithsonian Magazine. This is a rare opportunity for students to learn how to capture amazing images in a place filled with awe, history, excitement, romance, beauty and mystery.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor
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ADSA 494 - Senior Show Experience
Credits: 0
To satisfy the requirements of the BFA/BA degree in Design & Visual Art, a senior show experience must be completed in collaboration with the area Program Director.
Cross-listed: ADPV-494, ADID-494, ADGD-494, ADIN-494
Prerequisite: Program Director Approval
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ADSA 496 - Independent Study
Credits: 1-6
A student desiring to take a course on an independent study basis may do so by obtaining the approval of the instructor, the area Program Director, and the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. The option of taking a course on an independent study basis is considered a privilege and is limited generally to those mature students capable of handling the necessary responsibilities. Independent study request forms can be obtained in the Student Service Center. Additional guidelines are stated on these forms.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor, Program Director Approval
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ADSA 497 - Special Studies
Credits: 1-6
Special Studies courses are offered periodically based on faculty and student interests. These courses may focus on skill development, special interest topics, or contemporary art and design events. For additional information please inquire with faculty adviser.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor
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ADSA 499 - Internship
Credits: 1-3
This course provides professional exposure and related learning through work experience in collaboration with qualified practicing personnel and individually determined learning objectives. Internship opportunities may include, but are not limited to: graphic design or illustration, not-for-profit arts organizations, gallery or museum-related administration, art therapy practices, art education, or apprenticeships in a professional artists studio.
Prerequisite: Coordination through the Program Faculty Advisor
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ADTC 200 - Fabrication Technology
Credits: 1
This course provides students with the opportunity to explore a variety of fabrication equipment and techniques. We will examine the uses and design process for 3D printing, laser cutting, and CNC routing with an overview of each machine and the software used to create your project.
Prerequisite: ADGD-265, ADGD-264, ADID-265
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ADTC 210 - Tech Workshop: 3D Modeling
Credits: 1
An introduction to modeling three-dimensional graphics using 3D and 2D graphics software. Course will explore modeling, texture mapping and rendering.
Prerequisite: ADGD-265, ADGD-264, ADID-265
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ADTC 297 - Tech Workshop: Special Studies
Credits: 1
Special Study technical workshop courses are offered periodically based on faculty and student interests. These courses may focus on skill development, special interest topics, or contemporary art and design events. For additional information please inquire with faculty adviser.
Prerequisite: ADGD-265, ADGD-264, ADID-265
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BDAT 600 - Data Analytics I
Credits: 3
This course serves as an introduction to data analytics. Data analytics is generally defined as the use of data, quantitative analysis, and modeling to drive business decisions. An overview of different analytics techniques (descriptive, predictive and prescriptive) with a focus on descriptive analytics technique to illustrate business decision-making situations is discussed.
Cross-listed: ACCT-660, ISYS-660
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BDAT 605 - Database Principles
Credits: 3
This course examines the design, development and management of relational databases and the integration of these databases with applications across the enterprise. Topics include database tools, basic Structured Query Language, design trade-offs, middleware, database server architectures, web-enabled technologies, security issues and emerging database technologies.
Cross-listed: ISYS-605, SWDV-655
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BDAT 610 - Introduction to Data Analytics
Credits: 3
This course serves as an introduction to programming and develops foundational programming skills. The course covers basic principles and practical issues while effectively integrating data analytics topics using Python and R.
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BDAT 615 - Data Analytics II
Credits: 3
This course is a follow-up to BDAT-600 and further discusses data analytics techniques as they relate to decision-making situations. This course uses the R programming language.
Prerequisite: BDAT-600
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BDAT 620 - Data Warehousing
Credits: 3
This course focuses on the technology of data warehousing with a specific application towards business intelligence. The course will cover requirements gathering, architecture, and design for data warehousing. Extracting, transforming, and loading strategies to support business intelligence applications will also be covered.
Prerequisite: BDAT-600
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BDAT 625 - Data Mining
Credits: 3
This course examines data mining techniques such as classification, regression, cluster analysis and recommendation systems. Analysis of both structured and unstructured data will be discussed including coverage of NoSQL.
Prerequisite: BDAT-600
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BDAT 630 - Data Visualization
Credits: 3
This course discusses techniques for developing effective dashboards to facilitate decision making. Students will prototype several interactive visualizations based on existing datasets using three industry-leading technologies (Power BI, R Shiny, Bokeh with Python).
Prerequisite: BDAT-600
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BDAT 635 - Advanced Topics in Data Analytics
Credits: 3
This course covers advanced timely topics as they related to the field of data analytics.
Prerequisite: BDAT-615
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BDAT 640 - Forecasting and Predictive Modeling
Credits: 3
This covers the concept of predictive analytics, which combines strategy, information technology, and modeling methods.
Prerequisite: BDAT-600
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BDAT 650 - Data Analytics Capstone
Credits: 3
This course is the final course of the data analytics program. This course provides students an opportunity to demonstrate the skills learned in the program in a final capstone project experience.
Prerequisite: Taken as last course of the program
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BIOL 100 - Orient/Medical Lab Sci
Credits: 2
Laboratory principles and procedures are introduced to students interested in clinical laboratory science.
Note: Student strongly recommended to enroll as a Junior or Senior
General Education Area: Natural Science
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BIOL 101 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Credits: 4
An emphasis on cellular and molecular levels and a survey of organs and organ systems introduces human structure and function.
Note: The online version of the lecture includes lab components.
General Education Area: Natural Science
Corequisite: BIOL-101L; only required for on-campus BIOL-101 lecture
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BIOL 101L - Required Lab-Biol 101
Credits: 0
Lab to accompany the on-campus lecture for Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Note: This lab is only required for the on-campus sections of BIOL-101
Corequisite: BIOL-101; only required for on-campus sections of BIOL-101
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BIOL 102 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Credits: 4
Biology 102 continues the study of human structure and function, emphasizing cellular and molecular levels, and survey of organs and organ systems.
General Education Area: Natural Science
Prerequisite: BIOL-101
Corequisite: BIOL-102L; only required for on-campus BIOL-102 lecture
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BIOL 102L - Required Lab-Biol 102
Credits: 0
Lab to accompany the on-campus lecture for Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Note: This lab is only required for the on-campus sections of BIOL-102
Corequisite: BIOL-102; only required for on-campus sections of BIOL-102
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BIOL 103 - Introduction to Biology
Credits: 4
A one-semester introduction to biology, emphasizing the molecular, cellular, organism and community levels of organization. This course is designed for non-science majors.
General Education Area: Natural Science
Corequisite: BIOL-103L
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BIOL 103L - Required Lab-Biol 103
Credits: 0
General Education Area: Natural Science
Corequisite: BIOL-103
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BIOL 104 - Introductory Microbiology
Credits: 4
Students in this course will learn about eukaryotic and prokaryotic microorganisms and will survey the biochemical, environmental and medical importance of these organisms. This course should be taken by students in Maryville’s nursing program. May not be taken for credit by students majoring in Biochemistry, Biology, Biology/Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences or by undeclared Pre-medical students.
Note: This non-majors course is designed for students in the nursing program.
General Education Area: Natural Science
Prerequisite: BIOL-101, BIOL-103, or BIOL-117
Corequisite: BIOL-104L; only required for on-campus BIOL-104 lecture
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BIOL 104L - Required Lab-Biol 104
Credits: 0
Lab to accompany the on-campus lecture for Introductory Microbiology
Note: This lab is only required for the on-campus sections of BIOL-104
Corequisite: BIOL-104; only required for the on-campus sections of BIOL-104
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BIOL 108 - Human Body in Health and Disease
Credits: 3
This course introduces the student to a survey of the human body. It deals with the structure and function of the various organ systems and discusses basic diseases that a person may be exposed to or read about in daily life. The course is intended to be taken by health professions students as an introductory course and non major students.
General Education Area: Natural Science
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BIOL 115 - Intro Human Anatomy and Physiology
Credits: 4
This course introduces the student to a survey of the human body. It deals with the structure and function of the various organ systems.
Note: The online version of the lecture includes lab components
General Education Area: Natural Science
Corequisite: BIOL-115L; only required for on-campus BIOL-115 lecture
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BIOL 115L - Required Lab-Biol 115
Credits: 0
Lab to accompany the on-campus lecture for Intro Human Anatomy and Physiology
Note: This lab is only required for the on-campus sections of BIOL-115
Corequisite: BIOL-115; only required for on-campus BIOL-115
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BIOL 117 - General Biology I
Credits: 4
This is the first course in a two-semester sequence designed for majors and other students requiring an extensive introduction to the biological sciences. The course introduces students to the science of biology at the molecular, cellular, organism, evolutionary, and ecological levels.
Note: A strong high school background in science, including biology and chemistry, is recommended.
General Education Area: Natural Science
Corequisite: BIOL-117L
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BIOL 117L - Required Lab-Biol 117
Credits: 0
General Education Area: Natural Science
Corequisite: BIOL-117
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BIOL 118 - General Biology II
Credits: 4
A completion of the survey of biological sciences begun with BIOL-117.
General Education Area: Natural Science
Prerequisite: BIOL-117
Corequisite: BIOL-118L
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BIOL 118L - Required Lab-Biol 118
Credits: 0
General Education Area: Natural Science
Corequisite: BIOL-118
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BIOL 120 - Biology I
Credits: 4
The course introduces students to the science of biology at the molecular, cellular, organism, evolutionary, and ecological levels. Students will explore the biological principles of cell structure and function, and look at genetics and evolution as the unifying principles in biology.
Note: This course will not satisfy degree requirements for Biology majors. Biology majors should take BIOL-117.
General Education Area: Natural Science
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