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CJLS 375 - Juvenile Justice & Delinquency
4 credit(s)
Explores juvenile delinquency in relation to the general problem of crime; analysis of factors underlying juvenile delinquency including race/ethnicity, socioeconomic status, disability, and immigration status; treatment and prevention; organization and social responsibility of law enforcement; and community-based alternatives. Additional topics include the historical development of the concept of delinquency, the special status of juveniles before the law, juvenile justice procedural law, the structure and operations of the major components of juvenile justice systems, international juvenile justice practices, and contemporary reform efforts in juvenile justice.
Offered: Offered in Spring.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed credits) and CJLS 101 .
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CJLS 380 - Practicum
4 credit(s)
This course will provide students with an opportunity to integrate theoretical and applied learning in a community setting. Students will complete a 100 hour practicum in an approved placement under the supervision of an agency staff member in consultation with a CJLS faculty member. Students will complete a signed learning agreement in the beginning of the practicum, which will guide their individualized learning experiences. Students will be required to meet with the instructor and other CJLS students in a weekly seminar setting to discuss their work in the field placement. In addition to hours spent working in the field, students will be expected to complete assignments and readings intended to enhance the practicum experience.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Civic Engagement.
Prerequisite(s): CJLS 101 , SOC 300W , and SOC 301 .
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CJLS 395 - Independent Study
1-8 credit(s)
See department for details. Independent study contract required.
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CJLS 450 - Directed Research
0-4 credit(s)
Allows students of advanced standing to participate in a research project with an CJLS faculty member in order to gain practical experience in the conduct of ongoing professional-level CJLS research. May be repeated for credit, up to 6 credits total.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed credits). Instructor consent.
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CJLS 475 - Internship
1-14 credit(s)
See department for details. Internship contract required.
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CJLS 491W - Senior Capstone I
2 credit(s)
The focus of this course is to assist students in selecting an area of interest in order to define their senior thesis project, to complete a literature review, to develop a research methodology, and to begin data collection. This course is required of all CJLS majors in their final year.
Offered: Offered in Fall.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing (90 or more completed credits) and declared CJLS major.
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CJLS 492W - Senior Capstone II
2 credit(s)
Students further refine and develop their senior thesis project. Students complete their data analysis, complete their written thesis, and prepare for the public presentation of their thesis for Senior Project’s Day.
Offered: Offered in Spring.
Prerequisite(s): CJLS 491W .
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CJLS 495 - Independent Study
1-18 credit(s)
See department for details. Independent study contract required.
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Dance |
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DANC 105 - Beginning Ballet I
2 credit(s)
Course work taught at a beginning level of dance. The course work concentrates on classical ballet exercises at the beginning level with an emphasis on proper body alignment, improving flexibility and strength, and terminology and theory of movement. May be repeated for credit.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
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DANC 106 - Beginning Ballet II
2 credit(s)
A continuation of DANC 105 . Course work taught progressively based on lessons taught from fall semester. The course work concentrates on classical ballet exercises at the beginning level with an emphasis on proper body alignment, improving flexibility and strength, and terminology and theory of movement. DANC 105 recommended. May be repeated for credit.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
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DANC 121 - Beginning Jazz Dance I
2 credit(s)
Beginning Jazz I is a beginning level class. The course work is based on contemporary and classical styles of jazz dance with the focus on body isolations, syncopated rhythms, improvisation and stylized choreography. May be repeated for credit.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
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DANC 122 - Beginning Jazz Dance II
2 credit(s)
A continuation of DANC 121 in the spring semester. Course work taught progressively based on technique taught from fall semester. Beginning Jazz II is a beginning level class. The course work is based on contemporary and classical styles of jazz dance with the focus on body isolations, syncopated rhythms, improvisation and stylized choreography. DANC 121 recommended. May be repeated for credit.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
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DANC 126 - Begin Contemporary Dance I
2 credit(s)
Contemporary Dance is an introductory course taught at the beginning level for students interested in contemporary styles of dance. It focuses on strengthening dancers’ movements skills through increased flexibility, strength, endurance; musical awareness; develop an understanding and appreciation of contemporary dance; learning original choreography and understanding pertinent anatomical vocabulary needed to develop strong contemporary technique. May be repeated for credit.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
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DANC 127 - Begin Contemporary Dance II
2 credit(s)
A continuation of the beginning level technique class taught progressively from lessons taught in DANC 126 . It focuses on strengthening dancers’ movements skills through increased flexibility, strength, endurance; musical awareness; develop an understanding and appreciation of contemporary dance; learning original choreography and understanding pertinent anatomical vocabulary needed to develop strong contemporary technique. DANC 126 recommended. May be repeated for credit.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
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DANC 195 - Independent Study
See department for details. Independent study contract required.
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DANC 200 - Dance Improvisation
2 credit(s)
The exploration of movement. The course focuses on a guided series of exploration exercises that generate spontaneous and free form movement. Additionally, this course concentrates on freeing the body of trained movement habits in order to uncover an original movement vocabulary.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
Corequisite(s): Any 200 or 300-level technique course.
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DANC 205 - Intermediate Ballet I
2 credit(s)
A continuation of DANC 105 and DANC 106 . Course work taught based on progressive curriculum. The course work concentrates on classical ballet exercises at the beginning level with an emphasis on proper body alignment, improving flexibility and strength, and terminology and theory of movement. The 0-2 option is only available to Dance majors and minors. May be repeated for credit.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 105 and DANC 106 .
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DANC 206 - Intermediate Ballet II
2 credit(s)
A continuation of DANC 205 . Course work taught progressively on lessons taught from fall semester. The course work concentrates on classical ballet exercises at the beginning level with an emphasis on proper body alignment, improving flexibility and strength, and terminology and theory of movement. The 0-2 option is only available to Dance majors and minors. May be repeated for credit.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 105 and DANC 106 ; or DANC 205 .
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DANC 221 - Intermediate Jazz Dance I
2 credit(s)
Intermediate Jazz I is an intermediate level class. Course work taught progressively based on technique taught from beginning level Jazz. The course work is based on contemporary and classical styles of jazz dance with the focus on body isolations, syncopated rhythms, improvisation and stylized choreography. The 0-2 option is only available to dance majors and minors. May be repeated for credit.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 121 and DANC 122 .
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DANC 222 - Intermediate Jazz Dance II
2 credit(s)
A continuation of DANC 221 . Course work taught progressively based on technical skills taught from fall semester. Intermediate Jazz II is an intermediate level class. The course work is based on contemporary and classical styles of jazz dance with the focus on body isolations, syncopated rhythms, improvisation and stylized choreography. The 0-2 option is only available to dance majors and minors. May be repeated for credit.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 121 and DANC 122 ; or DANC 221 .
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DANC 226 - Intermediate Contemporary Dance I
2 credit(s)
Contemporary Dance is an intermediate level technique class taught progressively from lessons taught in DANC 126 and DANC 127 . It focuses on strengthening dancers’ movements skills through increased flexibility, strength, endurance; musical awareness; develop an understanding and appreciation of contemporary dance; learning original choreography and understanding pertinent anatomical vocabulary needed to develop strong contemporary technique. The 0-2 option is only available to Dance majors and minors. May be repeated for credit.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 126 and DANC 127 .
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DANC 227 - Intermediate Contemporary Dance II
2 credit(s)
A continuation of an intermediate level technique class taught progressively from lessons taught in DANC 226 . It focuses on strengthening dancers’ movements skills through increased flexibility, strength, endurance; musical awareness; develop an understanding and appreciation of contemporary dance; learning original choreography and understanding pertinent anatomical vocabulary needed to develop strong contemporary technique. The 0-2 option is only available to Dance majors and minors. May be repeated for credit.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 126 and DANC 127 ; or DANC 226 .
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DANC 229 - Dance Ensemble I
0-1 credit(s)
Apprentice Company Rehearsal and performance of new dance repertory and historical choreography. Continued development and refinement of skills acquired in other courses. Occasional work with guest dance artists and choreographers. Meets three times a week. Audition required. DANC 121 , DANC 126 strongly recommended. May be repeated for credit.
Offered: Offered each semester.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
Corequisite(s): Any 200 or 300-level technique course.
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DANC 261 - Dance History & Appreciation I
4 credit(s)
A lecture course on the early formation of ballet from the 15th century Italian Renaissance Courts to its spread throughout Europe, and eventually to its emergence in America through the 21st century.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Historical Context.
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DANC 271W - Dance History & Appreciation II
4 credit(s)
Examines 20th and 21st-century artists whose work continues to influence Dance and American Culture. The class concentrates on the dancers, choreographers, and teachers who have developed the art form, examining their works and discussing both their significance in their time period and their ongoing influence.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Historical Context.
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DANC 275 - Internship
1-4 credit(s)
See department for details. Internship contract required.
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DANC 280 - World Dance and Culture
4 credit(s)
Explores various dance forms from a variety of international cultures including Bharata Natyam/Indian classical dance; Latin dance; African dances; Native American; Asian; and other forms. It will investigate how these dance forms play a part in the various cultures; ritually, socially, or performed as a source of entertainment.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirements: International Perspectives and Analyzing and Interpreting Texts.
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DANC 301 - Choreography I
4 credit(s)
An introductory course on learning the craft of choreography. It focuses on strengthening performance skills for staged works through improvisational movement exercises and choreographic studies. As a choreographer, the student will learn to develop movement themes through the exploration and use of the concepts and principles applied in dance, such as time, space, and energy. Overall, students will develop a critical awareness through analytical assessment of his/her own work and other choreographic works.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 200 .
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DANC 302 - Dance Concert Production
2 credit(s)
This course is designed for students who have a desire to pursue a choreographic capstone and for students who have an interest understanding both the choreographic and production aspects of concert dance. It also addresses both the creative and production roles expected of choreographers presenting dance in concerts. It stresses the importance of the communication skills needed as a director of rehearsals, in collaborating with the technical/costume designers, and in public relations. Students learn multiple skills needed for a choreographer presenting work in the field of dance.
Offered: Intermittent
Prerequisite(s): DANC 301
Corequisite(s): Any 200-level or 300-level dance technique course.
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DANC 305 - Advanced Ballet I
2 credit(s)
Dance 305 is a continuation of Intermediate Ballet (DANC 205 and DANC 206 ). Course is taught based on a progressive curriculum. The course concentrates on classical ballet exercises with an emphasis on proper body alignment, improving flexibility and strength, terminology, and theory of movement. The 0-2 option is only available to Dance majors and minors. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 205 and DANC 206 .
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DANC 306 - Advanced Ballet II
2 credit(s)
A continuation of DANC 305 . Course is taught based on a progressive curriculum. The course concentrates on classical ballet exercises with an emphasis on proper body alignment, improving flexibility and strength, and terminology and theory of movement. The 0-2 option is only available to Dance majors and minors. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 205 and DANC 206 ; or DANC 305 .
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DANC 310W - Anatomy and Kinesiology for Dancers I
4 credit(s)
The study of body mechanics as it pertains to dance movement. This course concentrates on anatomy and physiology, nutrition for dancers, screening for muscular imbalances, injury prevention, and supplemental conditioning. Its goal is to give dancers knowledge, insight, and an understanding of proper body mechanics, technically, and aesthetically as it applies to dance movement. It also aids in a greater understanding of the importance of maintaining the body at its physical peak to meet the demands of a profession in dance both mentally and physically. BIOL 110 or BIOL 200 , BIOL 230 or BIOL 240, and EXIP 281 recommended.
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DANC 320 - Anatomy and Kinesiology for Dancers II
4 credit(s)
A continuation of the study of body mechanics as it pertains to dance movement. This course concentrates on anatomy and physiology, nutrition for dancers, screening for muscular imbalances, injury prevention, and supplemental conditioning. Its goal is to give dancers knowledge, insight, and an understanding of proper body mechanics technically and aesthetically as it applies to dance movement. It also aids in a greater understanding of the importance of maintaining the body at its physical peak to meet the demands of a profession in dance both mentally and physically.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 310W .
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DANC 321 - Advanced Jazz Dance I
2 credit(s)
Course is an intermediate/advanced level class. Course work taught progressively based on technique taught from Intermediate Jazz Dance I and II. The course work is based on contemporary and classical styles of jazz dance with the focus on body isolations, syncopated rhythms, improvisation and stylized choreography. The 0-2 option is only available to dance majors and minors. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 221 and DANC 222 .
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DANC 322 - Advanced Jazz Dance II
2 credit(s)
This course is an intermediate/advanced level class. Course work taught progressively based on technique taught from Intermediate Jazz Dance I and II. The course work is based on contemporary and classical styles of jazz dance with the focus on body isolations, syncopated rhythms, improvisation, and stylized choreography. The 0-2 option is only available to dance majors and minors. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 221 and DANC 222 ; or DANC 321 .
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DANC 325 - Injury Prevention Conditioning Dancers
2 credit(s)
Dancers Designed to teach dancers how to maintain a healthy practice through the use of cross-conditioning exercises. The course will also focus on how to screen for muscular weaknesses and apply conditioning exercises to strengthen dancers’ bodies to prevent injuries. Additionally, there will be an overview on the benefits of healthy eating habits for dancers and their importance in sustaining both mental and physical stamina needed for the demands of dance. DANC 310W and DANC 320 recommended.
Corequisite(s): A 200 or 300-level technique course.
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DANC 326 - Advanced Contemporary Dance I
2 credit(s)
This is an intermediate/advanced level technique class taught progressively from lessons taught in Beginning and Intermediate Contemporary Dance (DANC 126 , DANC 127 , DANC 226 , DANC 227 ). It focuses on strengthening dancers movements skills through increased flexibility, strength, endurance; musical awareness; develop an understanding and appreciation of contemporary dance; learn original choreography and understand pertinent anatomical vocabulary needed to develop strong contemporary technique. The 0-2 option is only available to Dance majors and minors. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 226 and DANC 227 .
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DANC 327 - Advanced Contemporary Dance II
2 credit(s)
A continuation of DANC 326 . This is an intermediate/advanced level technique class taught progressively from lessons taught in Beginning and Intermediate Contemporary Dance (DANC 126 , DANC 127 , DANC 226 , DANC 227 , DANC 326 ). It focuses on strengthening dancers movements skills through increased flexibility, strength, endurance; musical awareness; develop an understanding and appreciation of contemporary dance; learn original choreography and understand pertinent anatomical vocabulary needed to develop strong Contemporary technique. The 0-2 option is only available to Dance majors and minors. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 226 and DANC 227 ; or DANC 326 .
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DANC 336 - Lighting for Dance & Directors
2 credit(s)
Gives students practical knowledge and experience with the lighting craft to inform both their creative work and their ability to collaborate and communicate their lighting needs when working with designers. Students will be exposed to practical application and creation of expressive lighting techniques. Students will explore color theory and electrical safety. This class is recommended for, but not limited to, dance students. Also listed as THEA 336 .
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 120 or DANC 200 DANC 301 and DANC 401 recommended.
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DANC 395 - Independent Study
See department for details. Independent study contract required.
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DANC 401 - Choreography II
4 credit(s)
Choreography II allows students who have studied basic choreography to focus on creating work for small groups. It focuses on strengthening performance skills for staged works through improvisational movement exercises and choreographic. As a choreographer, the student will learn to develop movement themes through the exploration and use of the concepts and principles applied in dance, such as time, space, shape, force, and motivation. The course will also focus on the development of a critical awareness in the analytical evaluation of his/her own work and through the viewing of other choreographic works.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 301 .
Corequisite(s): A 200 or 300-level technique course.
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DANC 420 - Teaching Methods of Dance
4 credit(s)
Concentrates on how to prepare students to teach dance. It focuses on isolating and analyzing individual movements, with an emphasis on correct, safe execution and use of appropriate muscles. In addition, students learn how to teach with an accompanist, understand time signatures for specific movement combinations, prepare a course lesson plan, and daily lesson plans. Each student will teach at least one lesson to the entire class.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 305 and DANC 306 ; or DANC 321 and DANC 322 ; or DANC 326 and DANC 327 .
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DANC 429 - Dance Ensemble II
0-1 credit(s)
Advanced Company Rehearsal and performance of new dance repertory and historical choreography. Continued development and refinement of skills acquired in other courses. Occasional work with guest dance artists and choreographers. Meets twice weekly. Audition required. Course is intended for juniors and seniors. Instructor’s consent required. May be repeated for credit.
Offered: Offered each semester.
Corequisite(s): Any 200 or 300-level technique course.
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DANC 495 - Independent Study
See department for details. Independent Study contract required.
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DANC 497 - Senior Capstone Project I
2 credit(s)
This course is an independent project for senior students, which fulfills 2 of the 4 required for the Dance major. Areas may emphasize either aspects of performance/choreography, or dance research. Projects may include research in the following areas of dance: education, science, art, history, digital media, or other related topics. The capstone project will be determined between the student and the faculty advisor. Students must meet with their advisor during their junior year to set goals in order to complete their capstone project in the fall and spring of their senior year. Students choosing the choreography/performance project, will present their project in the fall semester. Students choosing the research project will complete fieldwork in the fall semester and written research results will be completed in DANC 498 . Instructor’s consent required.
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DANC 498 - Senior Capstone Project II
2 credit(s)
This course is part two of the independent project for senior students who have completed DANC 497 in completion toward the Dance major. Students will complete a written thesis documenting the process and results from DANC 497 . A final oral presentation of the final work findings will be completed at the end of the semester discussing results from the performance, showing, teaching demonstration, or the chosen dance project.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 497 with a minimum grade of B.
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Data Science |
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DSCI 100 - Foundations of Data Science
2 credit(s)
This course provides students with a broad introduction to fundamental aspects of data science, an interdisciplinary field combining elements of mathematics, statistics, and computational science. The course is designed for students from across disciplines seeking to build their data handling skills. Students will practice specific skills related to data acquisition, curation, and visualization, will learn to leverage software tools in this process, and will become familiar with a range of data science applications across various disciplines and industries. Students will work with real data on class projects, and will have guest lectures by data science practitioners drawn from local industry.
Core Requirement(s): Course meets Quantitative Reasoning.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 125 , MATH 207 , or SOC 301 with a minimum grade of C, or Math placement III or higher.
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DSCI 160 - Introduction to Python and Git
2 credit(s)
Introduces students to programming in Python. Python is a popular language used across many scientificdisciplinesto manipulate data, run simulations, and perform high performance computing. The course content will include Python data structures such as lists and dictionaries as well as using Python to interact with other software such as R. The course will be structured around a series of practical exercises to allow students to gain experience quickly. Further, students will gain experience with revision control through Git. A portion of the programming projects will be group projects to allow studentsto take advantage of Git in a collaborative environment. Also listed as CS 160
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Quantitative Reasoning
Prerequisite(s): CS 150 or CS 130 with a minimum grade of C or previous programming experience with instructor approval
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DSCI 210 - Data Visualization With Python
2 credit(s)
introduce students to a variety of data acquisition, data manipulation, and data visualization tools in Python ecosystem. Students will gain experience integrating data from external sources into their Python program by utilizing existing packages and developing their own code. The course content will include most commonly used data manipulation instruments. Dataframes will be introduced as a means of working with structured data tables. Studentswill create rich and interactive data visualizations by using a variety of Python visualization tools. The course will include practical exercises and group projects. 2 credits
Prerequisite(s): CS 160 or DSCI 160 with a minimum grade of C
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DSCI 340 - Algorithms & Data Structures
4 credit(s)
This course provides an introduction to data structures and algorithms, including their design, analysis and implementation. Data structures including arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, and heaps will be explored, and algorithm design methods such as the greedy method, divide and conquer, dynamic programming, and backtracking will be investigated in the context of sorting, string-searching, and graph-based algorithms. Course includes programming projects in Python.
Offered: Alternate years
Prerequisite(s): CS 250 with a minimum grade of C
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DSCI 407 - Statistical Modeling and Regression
4 credit(s)
Regression analysis is a powerful applied statistical technique. This course focuses on regression models and associated methods of statistical inference, data analysis, interpretation of results, statistical computation and model building. Topics covered include simple and multiple linear regression; correlation; the use of dummy variables; residuals and diagnostics; model building/variable selection; expressing regression models and methods in matrix form; an introduction to weighted least squares, regression with correlated errors and nonlinear regression. The course makes extensive use of R.
Offered: Alternate years.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 307 with a grade of C or better
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DSCI 440W - Machine Learning & Data Mining
4 credit(s)
Introduction to machine learning techniques and their applications. Covers standard learning methods such as linear regression, neural networks, decision trees, support vector machines, naive Bayes, and nearest neighbors. Provides experience implementing, applying, and assessing the accuracy of machine learning methods to data science problems.
Offered: Offered alternate years
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Writing in the Discipline
Prerequisite(s): DSCI 340 with a minimum grade of C. MATH 206 (may be taken concurrently).
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DSCI 485 - Senior Seminar
2 credit(s)
Data Science is one of the most in-demand career paths for skilled professionals. It is a rapidly evolving field. Today, successful data scientists not only need traditional skills, like programming and analyzing large amounts of data, but also must acquire novel skills that cover the full spectrum of the data science life cycle stages. This course will cover the theory of the data science project lifecycle. Topics covered include data acquisition, processing, modeling, analysis, and reporting. The course will also include career planning, portfolio building, and graduate school preparation.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing (90 or more completed credits), declared Data Science major, and one 400-level DSCI course with a minimum grade of C
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DSCI 490 - Senior Capstone
2 credit(s)
Students will have the opportunity to apply their data science skills and knowledge to a senior capstone project, chosen and implemented under the guidance of a faculty supervisor. This capstone project will result in a final paper and a senior capstone presentation.
Prerequisite(s): DSCI 485
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DSCI 492 - Senior Capstone II
2 credit(s)
DSCI 492 is a continuation of DSCI 490, the first semester of the data science capstone course sequence. Students will complete their capstone project, resulting in a final paper and a senior capstone presentation.
Prerequisite(s): DSCI 490 with a minimum grade of C.
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Dental Hygiene Studies |
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DHS 311 - Fundamentals of Dental Hygiene Care
2 credit(s)
Designed to prepare entry-level clinicians for implementation of clinical patient care, to include all aspects of the dental hygiene process of care. The course also includes the foundations of professionalism and ethics, safety and infection control, and the principles of instrumentation.
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DHS 312 - Applied Dental Hygiene Care
2 credit(s)
Designed to prepare entry-level clinicians for implementation of clinical patient care and management of medical emergencies. The course provides further study into preventive care for the healthy/gingivitis patient as well as management of medical emergencies in the dental setting.
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DHS 313 - Advanced Dental Hygiene Procedures
2 credit(s)
This course addresses non-surgical periodontal therapy in terms of expected outcomes, appointment planning, pain control, power instrumentation and supplemental care procedures. Topics include dental materials, periodontal dressings, suture removal and care for acute periodontal conditions.
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DHS 315 - Fundamentals of Electronic Health Records
1 credit(s)
Provides an introductory overview of the electronic health record utilized for experiential and patient care within the Pacific Dental Hygiene Clinic. The student will gain hands on practice with the various modules in the electronic health record -forms, dental charting, periodontal charting, treatment planning, chart note entry, referrals, medical consultations, scheduling and personal planner. An emphasis on safeguards for Protected Health Information (PHI) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) are routinely addressed. Pass/No Pass.
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DHS 321 - Dental Hygiene Clinic I
3 credit(s)
Provides supervised clinical laboratory sessions designed to prepare entry-level clinicians for initiation of clinical patient care, to include all aspects of the dental hygiene process of care. The course includes the application of professionalism and ethics, safety and infection control, and the principles of instrumentation. The student will practice skills using typodont/manikins and student partners. Pass/No Pass.
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DHS 322 - Dental Hygiene Clinic II
3 credit(s)
Formatted by guided clinic sessions for students to implement the dental hygiene process of care for healthy patients and patients with gingivitis and/or slight periodontitis. The course also includes the principles of instrument sharpening, adjunct clinical procedures (chemotherapeutics, sealants, removable appliance care, intraoral photos), quality assurance measures, and supervised off-site clinical patient care fieldwork. Pass/No Pass.
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DHS 323 - Dental Hygiene Clinic III
1 credit(s)
This course provides further development of dental hygiene clinical skills with emphasis on non-surgical periodontal therapy and restorative dental procedures. The student will practice skills in a supervised clinical setting using teaching manikins, student partners and patients. Pass/No Pass.
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DHS 325 - Pain Management
2 credit(s)
This course provides a study of anxiety and pain management techniques used in dental care. Components of pain, pain control mechanisms, topical anesthesia, local anesthesia, and nitrous oxide-oxygen sedation are included. The student will practice skills in a supervised clinical laboratory setting.
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DHS 330 - Dental Science
4 credit(s)
Provides an integrated study of the anatomy, histology and embryonic development of the oral cavity, teeth, head and neck. Emphasis is placed on application of dental science to clinical practice. Learning activities are designed to reinforce course content.
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DHS 333 - Intro to Dental Hygiene Fieldwork
1 credit(s)
This course addresses the purpose of fieldwork education and the student’s responsibilities in a fieldwork setting. The student will be oriented to a variety of off-campus affiliation sites in preparation for fieldwork assignments. Pass/No Pass.
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DHS 335 - Dental Radiology
3 credit(s)
This course provides an overview of dental radiology principles and techniques. Topics include x-ray production, radiation safety, exposure techniques, film processing and mounting, radiographic interpretation and patient management. The student will practice skills in a supervised clinical laboratory setting using teaching manikins, student partners and patients.
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DHS 340 - Periodontics
3 credit(s)
This course provides a study of the progression and treatment of periodontal disease. Topics include periodontal anatomy, disease classification, etiology, clinical examination, treatment planning, non-surgical periodontal therapy and surgical techniques.
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DHS 342 - Cariology
3 credit(s)
This course provides a study of the various microbial, host and dietary factors involved in the etiology, prevention and treatment of dental decay, with an emphasis on risk assessment, treatment planning, and patient counseling.
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DHS 345 - Oral Medicine
2 credit(s)
This course presents a systems approach to common medical conditions which includes signs and symptoms, pathophysiology, treatment options and modifications for dental care. Therapeutic drugs are discussed in terms of mechanism of action, indications, effects and dental considerations.
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DHS 355 - Spanish for Dental Professions I
2 credit(s)
This course provides an introduction to Hispanic cultures and the use of Spanish language to promote effective dental communication with Spanish-speaking individuals and groups.
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DHS 356 - Spanish for Dental Professions II
2 credit(s)
This course provides further development of Spanish language skills to enhance dental communication with Spanish-speaking individuals and groups.
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DHS 360 - Oral Pathology
2 credit(s)
This course provides a study of abnormal conditions of the head, neck and oral cavity which includes clinical appearance, etiology and treatment options. Emphasis is placed on common oral lesions and the inter-relationship between oral and systemic conditions.
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DHS 370 - Dental Communication
2 credit(s)
This course provides theory and practice in use of interpersonal communication skills for dental health professionals. A primary objective of this course is to empower students to achieve personal and professional goals through the use of effective communication skills.
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DHS 375 - Dental Health Education
2 credit(s)
This course addresses health promotion and disease prevention strategies that can be used to assist individuals and groups to improve their oral health. Students are introduced to basic techniques and strategies used in planning and carrying out health education programs in a variety of settings.
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DHS 380 - DH Care for Diverse Populations
2 credit(s)
This course addresses the economic, social and cultural issues that affect demand for and access to dental health care. Emphasis is placed on developing awareness, enhancing communication and promoting positive change in health care delivery.
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DHS 395 - Independent Study
Variable credit(s)
This course enables the student to pursue an individual research or program development project. May be repeated for credit. Graded Pass/No Pass.
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DHS 414 - DH Care for Patients with Special Needs
2 credit(s)
This course addresses dental hygiene care for patients with special dental, medical, physical, and mental conditions.
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DHS 415 - Dental Hygiene Professional Practice
2 credit(s)
Explores legal, ethical, and professional aspects of dental hygiene practice including principles of
ethical decision making, regulation of dentistry, dental hygiene licensure, dental care delivery
systems, financial policies, employment law, legal concepts, emerging workforce models and
professional development.
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DHS 416 - Dental Hygiene Career Planning
1 credit(s)
This course provides an overview of dental hygiene career opportunities and career planning strategies.
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DHS 424 - Dental Hygiene Clinic IV
3 credit(s)
This course provides further development of dental hygiene clinical skills with emphasis on providing care to special needs patients. The student will provide dental hygiene services to patients in a supervised clinical setting. Graded Pass/No Pass
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DHS 425 - Dental Hygiene Clinic V
3 credit(s)
This course provides further development of dental hygiene clinical skills with emphasis on self-assessment, evaluation of treatment outcomes and peer review. The student will provide dental hygiene services to patients in supervised clinical setting. Graded Pass/No Pass.
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DHS 434 - Dental Hygiene Fieldwork I
2 credit(s)
Provides experiential opportunities to explore the professional roles of the dental hygienist in inter-professional healthcare settings and with diverse population groups. Students will participate in various external fieldwork experiences providing education and clinical care to patients from various cultures, backgrounds, ages, abilities and locations. Pass/No Pass.
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DHS 435 - Dental Hygiene Fieldwork II
2 credit(s)
Provides additional experiential opportunities to explore the professional roles of the dental hygienist in inter-professional healthcare settings and with diverse population groups. Students will participate in various external fieldwork experiences providing education and clinical care to patients from various cultures, backgrounds, ages, abilities and locations. Pass/No Pass.
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DHS 440 - Evidence-Based Dental Hygiene Care
2 credit(s)
This course provides a study of the dental research process including problem identification, literature review, research design, data collection, statistical analysis, interpretation of results and presentation of findings. Introduces skills and tools that enable the dental health professional to read and apply scientific literature to clinical practice.
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DHS 445 - Restorative Dental Procedures
4 credit(s)
This course provides a study of materials and procedures used in restorative and prosthetic dentistry. Amalgam, composite and provisional restorative materials are included. Laboratory activities are designed to reinforce course content.
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DHS 446 - Restorative Clinic
1 credit(s)
This course focuses on application of restorative dental procedures. The student will provide restorative dental services to patients in a supervised clinical setting. Graded Pass/No Pass.
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DHS 448 - Dental Specialties
1 credit(s)
Provides discussion of specialty areas in dentistry and the role of the dental hygienist in working with and making referrals to dental specialty practice.This course provides discussion of restorative dental procedures and specialty dental practices.
Prerequisite(s): DHS 445 .
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DHS 449 - Restorative Exam Practice
1 credit(s)
This elective course will provide an opportunity for students to gain additional practice in placing dental restorations on typodont teeth. Emphasis is placed on preparation for restorative board examination. May be repeated for credit. Pass/No Pass.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s consent required.
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DHS 450 - Dental Public Health
2 credit(s)
This course addresses the prevention and treatment of dental disease through community oral health initiatives. Emphasis is placed on assessment of oral health needs, planning and evaluation of dental public health programs, and identification of career opportunities within public health settings.
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DHS 462 - Teaching Strategies for Dental Prof
3 credit(s)
This course provides an overview of teaching strategies which can be used to convey information to individuals, small groups and large audiences in a variety of academic settings. Resources used to pursue careers in dental hygiene education will be explored. Learning styles, behavioral objectives, teaching methods, instructional materials, teaching psychomotor skills and evaluation of learning are included.
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DHS 465 - Business Management for Dental Prof
3 credit(s)
This course provides a study of basic principles of business with emphasis on application of business management skills in dental health care settings. Management styles, organizational structure, strategic planning, finances, marketing, human resources, labor relations, information technology, quality control and risk management are included.
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DHS 470 - Introduction to Independent Practice
3 credit(s)
This course provides an overview of independent practice for dental hygienists including state regulation, employment opportunities, business models, marketing, reimbursement and community relations.
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DHS 475 - Internship
Variable credit(s)
This course enables the student to participate in a workplace experience in a health care or educational setting. May be repeated for credit. Graded Pass/No Pass.
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DHS 480 - Dental Hygiene Practicum
1 credit(s)
This course provides the student with an opportunity for professional practice in approved work settings that support the student’s career interests. The student will complete the practicum under the supervision of a staff member within the work setting in consultation with the course instructor. The student will work with the course instructor to develop an individualized learning agreement prior to beginning the practicum. The student will be required to maintain ongoing communication with the course instructor throughout the practicum experience. Pass/No Pass.
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DHS 485 - Special Topics
Varying topics. See department for details.
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DHS 486 - National Board Review
1 credit(s)
Will provide an overview of the national board examination that is required for dental hygiene licensure and a review of content that is included in the exam. Pass/No Pass.
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