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SPED 320 - Assessment & Evaluation SPED Academic
2 credit(s)
Develops skills in formative and summative evaluation methods for students with mild disabilities in an academic curriculum. Emphasis on determining eligibility, standardized testing, large scale assessment, and instructional assessment.
Corequisite(s): SPED 330 and SPED 332
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SPED 325 - Assessment & Evaluation SPED Functional
2 credit(s)
Develops skills in formative and summative evaluation methods for students with moderate and severe disabilities in a functional curriculum. Emphasis on instructional assessment with ongoing evaluation and data-based decision making.
Corequisite(s): SPED 335
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SPED 330 - Curr&Mthds Stdnts W/Disabls: Academic
2 credit(s)
Develops skills to teach in the areas of math, science, and social studies for students with high incidence disabilities (i.e. mild). Emphasis placed on adaptations and modifications to the general education curriculum and remediation. Participants will be guided in designing and implementing individualized and small group instruction to support the acquisition of general education skills and learning strategies for students with high incidence disabilities, as well as provide consultation and collaboration with general education teachers and families to support the development and acquisition of content area skills.
Corequisite(s): SPED 320
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SPED 332 - Curr&Mthds Stdnts w/Dis: Reading
2 credit(s)
Develops skills to teach in the area of reading / language arts for students with high incidence disabilities (i.e. mild). Emphasis placed on adaptations to the general education reading / language arts curriculum to include reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Participants will be prepared to develop and implement specially designed reading/language arts instruction for students with high incidence disabilities, as well as provide consultation and collaboration with general education teachers and families to support the development of literacy skills.
Corequisite(s): SPED 320
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SPED 335 - Curr&Mthds Stdnts w/Disabilities
4 credit(s)
Develops skills in instructional methods for students with moderate or severe disabilities. Emphasis on functional, age-appropriate longitudinal curriculum development. Includes teaching students who may have accompanying physical, behavioral, and/or sensory impairments. Adaptations and modifications for students in life skills curriculum are addressed.
Corequisite(s): SPED 325
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SPED 342 - Assistive Technology
1 credit(s)
Examines assistive technology for persons with disabilities at all levels (mild, moderate, severe, and profound) across various categories (intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, sensory impairments, physical impairments, health impairments, emotional disorders, behavior disorders) and all ages (early childhood, children, youth, and adults). Emphasis on selecting the appropriate tool to match an identified need. Includes information related to hardware, software, peripherals, evaluation, instruction, and management.
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SPED 395 - Independent Study
See department for details. Independent study contract required.
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SPED 475 - Student Teaching
1-15 credit(s)
Offers full-time participation in a school setting under guidance of a classroom teacher and a university supervisor.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to College of Education and completion of professional sequence
Corequisite(s): EDUC 476
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SPED 500 - Foundations of SPED
2 credit(s)
An introduction and overview of the field of Special Education including a historical perspective, best practice, curricular and social considerations, programs, and legal provisions for educating individuals with disabilities. Explores collaborative teaming and consultation. Includes observation in special education classrooms.
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SPED 505 - Exceptionalities
2 credit(s)
An overview of characteristics of high, low, and rare incidence disability conditions. Explores pedagogy associated with specific disabilities. Emphasis on the person within the context of school, family, and society.
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SPED 510 - Behavior Management SPED
3 credit(s)
Develops skills in the individualized and group behavior management. Emphasis on functional analysis and preventative strategies. Guides students in the development of positive behavioral support plans. Course content includes legal issues.
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SPED 517 - Case Management for SPED
1 credit(s)
In this course, candidates will look at the organization of physical classroom space, scheduling, and the management of instructional assistants. Content also addresses legal issues or mandates related to safety and medical factors, and IEP planning.
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SPED 518 - Collaboration in Schools
1 credit(s)
In this course, candidates will gain an understanding of case management through the lens of collaboration. Through coursework and field experience, candidates will explore how effective collaboration can support all students in accessing general education curriculum and promote successful inclusion in general education classrooms to enhance student-learning outcomes.
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SPED 520 - Assessment & Evaluation SPED
3 credit(s)
Develops skills in formative and summative evaluation methods for students with mild, moderate, or severe disabilities in an academic or functional curriculum. Emphasis on instructional assessment with ongoing evaluation and data-based decision making.
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SPED 530 - Curr&Mthds Stdnts w/Dis: Acad
3 credit(s)
Develops skills in reading and language arts and math instructional methods and materials for students with high incidence disabilities (i.e., mild). Emphasis on adaptations and modifications to the general education curriculum (e.g., literacy, math, science, social studies, art, music, PE). Guides students in designing and implementing individualized and small group instruction to support the acquisition and remediation of general education skills, learning strategies, and effective social skills.
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SPED 535 - Curr&Mthds Stdnts w/Dis: Func
3 credit(s)
Develops skills in instructional methods and materials for students with moderate or severe disabilities. Emphasis on functional, age- appropriate longitudinal curriculum development. Includes teaching students who may have accompanying physical, behavioral, and/or sensory impairments. Adaptations and modifications for students in a life skills curriculum are addressed.
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SPED 536 - Transition
1 credit(s)
Develops skills in formulating and implementing a transition plan for secondary-aged students with disabilities. Includes information on community agencies.
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SPED 541 - Technology for Teacher Productivity
1 credit(s)
Introduces candidates to some of the applications for technology in special education and familiarizes them with issues associated with technology use. Develops and expands candidates’ skills and knowledge of educational technology and teacher productivity tools in support of developing instructional materials, utilizing technology in teaching and organization, and supporting students with disabilities in learning to use technology. Aligns with the National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers (NETS*T).
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SPED 542 - Assistive Technology
1 credit(s)
Examines assistive technology for persons with disabilities at all levels (mild, moderate, severe, and profound) across various categories (intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, sensory impairments, physical impairments, health impairments, emotional disorders, behavior disorders) and all ages (early childhood, children, youth, and adults). Emphasis on selecting the appropriate tool to match an identified need. Includes information related to hardware, software, peripherals, evaluation, instruction, and management.
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SPED 550 - Practicum - Special Education
1-6 credit(s)
Provides opportunity to work with students on IEPs in a 1:1 or group setting in the major authorization area under the guidance of a classroom teacher and university supervisor. May be repeated for credit. Pass/No Pass
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SPED 575 - Student Teaching & Seminar
2-15 credit(s)
Provides a classroom setting for preservice teachers to apply principles of special education pedagogy and methodology. Variable credit, repeatable: 2-15 credits. Pass/No Pass
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Special Educator program or consent of instructor Variable,
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SPED 576 - Seminar
1-3 credit(s)
This seminar-based experience is designed to support students or interns and bridge earlier coursework with concurrent field-based experiences occurring in special and general education classrooms. May be repeated for credit. Pass/No Pass
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SPED 578 - Practicum & Seminar
2 credit(s)
Provides opportunity to work with students on IEPs in inclusive or special education settings. Includes seminar. May be repeated for credit. Pass/No Pass
Prerequisite(s): Admission to MEd Special Education Program; and SPED 530 or SPED 535
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SPED 590 - Special Topics in SPED
1-3 credit(s)
Enables students to conduct in-depth investigation of a topic of interest. Instructor’s consent required. May be repeated for credit.
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THEA 101 - Theatre Appreciation
2 credit(s)
This course provides an understanding of the many elements of theatrical production, exposes students to live performance in a variety of styles and venues, develops students’ appreciation of performance, and offers vocabulary and tools for articulating responses to the performing arts.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
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THEA 110 - Acting I: Fundamentals
2 credit(s)
Introduction to movement, voice, and acting for the stage, with techniques drawn from Stanislavsky, Meisner, Viewpoints, Linklater, and other schools. The course develops an understanding of the actor’s process for all students, and provides a foundation for students planning to major or minor in theatre or to perform in department productions.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
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THEA 112 - Acting: Advanced Fundamentals
2 credit(s)
Designed for students who wish to build on the foundation provided in Theatre 110. In this Advanced Fundamentals class, students will gain practice with audition and rehearsal techniques, dramatic texts, and approaches to scene study. This course is recommended for aspiring performers and prospective Theatre majors.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.Prerequisite(s): THEA 110
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THEA 120 - Technical Theatre
4 credit(s)
An introduction to technical theatre, including shop and production safety, position descriptions and work flow, script analysis, collaboration, construction, scenic art, electricity and lighting, crafts, prop design and construction, sound design and audio production, and sewing. The course is taught through lecture and discussion, and also entails a minimum of 40 lab hours which will include assignments on construction and running crews.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
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THEA 150 - Theatre Company: Performance
0-2 credit(s)
Active participation in a dramatic production as an actor or performer. Must audition and be cast in a play to enroll. Instructor’s consent required. May be repeated for credit. Offered each semester
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
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THEA 151 - Theatre Company: Gen Technical Theatre
1-2 credit(s)
THEA 151 is a category within the one-hour practicum in theatre production. Most freshmen or first-time students should sign up for THEA 151 for active participation as a production assistant or technician before moving on to specialized areas including Costume, Lighting, Production Management, and Run Crew (THEA 152 -THEA 156 ). Instructor consent required. Offered each semester
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
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THEA 152 - Theatre Company: Costume & Makeup
1-2 credit(s)
Supervised practicum in costume construction, wardrobe crew, and/or hair and makeup crew. Instructor’s consent required. Offered each semester
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
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THEA 153 - Theatre Company: Lighting
1-2 credit(s)
Supervised practicum in stage lighting. Instructor’s consent required. Offered each semester
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
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THEA 154 - Theatre Company: Org & Mgmt
1 credit(s)
Supervised practicum in theatre management. Instructor’s consent required. Offered each semester
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
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THEA 156 - Theatre Company: Run Crew/Board
1 credit(s)
Supervised practicum in board operation and backstage/run crew. Instructor’s consent required. Offered each semester
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
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THEA 180 - Script Analysis
4 credit(s)
This course focuses on reading and analysis of theatrical texts from various traditions, periods, and styles. With collaboration and the creation of live theatrical events as guiding principles, scripts will be examined from literary, directorial, design, and acting perspectives. This class is typically offered every other year
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Analyzing and Interpreting Texts.
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THEA 195 - Independent Study
See department for details. Independent Study contract required.
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THEA 210 - Acting II: Scene Study
4 credit(s)
Intensive scene work, script analysis, and development of a methodical approach to acting. Intermediate work in voice and movement; introduction to dialects. May be repeated once for credit.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.Prerequisite(s): THEA 110
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THEA 212 - Professional Preparation for Actors
2 credit(s)
Performance students will learn and practice skills for auditioning and marketing their work through the selection and preparation of monologues suitable for various audition needs; practice in cold-reading, slating, and other skills; creating and revising a professional resume; and creating a routine for documenting their auditioning experiences.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.Prerequisite(s): THEA 110
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THEA 220 - Introduction to Theatrical Design
4 credit(s)
Introduction to scenic, costume, and light design for the stage with emphasis on script analysis, drawing, rendering, computer design and model building.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.Prerequisite(s): THEA 120
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THEA 225 - Theatrical Makeup & Mask Design
2 credit(s)
Students will be introduced to current practices in stage makeup design and application, and to a range of techniques and approaches to mask-making for the performing arts. Students are expected to purchase their own makeup supplies. THEA 110 , THEA 120 , or a background in performance recommended.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
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THEA 255 - New Topics
Go to https://www.pacificu.edu/about-us/centers-institutes/advising-center/new-topics-travel-class-descriptions or see the Advising Center.
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THEA 275 - Internship
1-4 credit(s)
See department for details. Internship contract required.
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THEA 310 - Acting III: Period Acting
4 credit(s)
Introduction to period acting with emphasis on Shakespeare, classical Greek drama, and verse.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.Prerequisite(s): THEA 210
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THEA 312 - Phonetics and Dialects
2 credit(s)
An introduction to the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet as applicable to stage dialects. Students will learn to read and transcribe IPA, and then will use this system as a basis for mastery of four to six dialects of spoken English they are likely to encounter as actors.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.Prerequisite(s): THEA 110
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THEA 330 - Fundamentals of Directing
4 credit(s)
Laboratory course that addresses both artistic skills (concept, communication, research, rehearsal techniques, composition, scoring) and project management (casting, scheduling, communication flow, licensing, and other practical tasks). Projects may include concept presentations, mock production meetings, casting breakdowns, composition practice, production analyses and reviews, direction of scripted scenes, and facilitation of devised work.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.Prerequisite(s): THEA 110
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THEA 333 - Directing for Stage and Screen
4 credit(s)
A director shares his or her vision with collaborators and sees it through to a fully realized expression in time and space. In this course, students who aspire to work in theatre, film, and other media will learn skills and gain practice in responding to texts; developing robust concepts; communicating with actors, designers, and other collaborators; making eloquent staging choices to enhance storytelling; and managing multi-faceted projects. Throughout the semester, our touchstone will be the relationship between artistic vision and practical decision-making. We will also look at and learn from the work of seminal theorists and practitioners. Also listed as MEDA 333 .
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.Prerequisite(s): THEA 110 and THEA 120 ; or MEDA 250
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THEA 336 - Lighting for Dancers & Directors
2 credit(s)
Students will gain 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 DANC 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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THEA 350 - Theatre History/Literature I
4 credit(s)
Study of European and Asian performance traditions, production conditions, and dramatic literature from 500 BC to the 19th century, taught through lecture, research, performance critiques, creative projects, and discussion. Offered in odd-numbered years
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Analyzing and Interpreting Texts.Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above (30 or more completed)
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THEA 351 - Traditional Theater of East Asia
4 credit(s)
This course introduces students to traditional theater of China, Korea, and Japan. Students learn historical backgrounds of the six main theatrical art forms, examine literary and aesthetic theories, and understand the establishment and the distinctiveness of cultural identities within East Asia. In addition to learning about traditional theatrical performances, students will read innovative, contemporary plays inspired by traditional theater of East Asia. The goal is to understand the essential aspects of traditional theater that could be accessible and appreciated beyond language and culture.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirements: International Perspectives and Historical Context.Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above (30 or more completed)
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THEA 360 - Theatre History/Literature II
4 credit(s)
Development of theater from 1875 to the present with special emphasis on the influential practitioners and styles of the period.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Analyzing and Interpreting Texts.Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above (30 or more completed)
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THEA 363 - Gender, Sexuality, & Performance
4 credit(s)
This course examines gender in and as performance, bringing feminist and queer studies lenses and contemporary theories of gender construction to a variety of performances and texts. Topics will include representations of gender and sexuality within the canon; construction of gender through performances on stage and in everyday life; and the challenging of roles and assumptions through dynamic choices in playwriting, directing, acting, and design. Also listed as GSS 363
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirements: Diverse Perspectives and Analyzing and Interpreting Texts.Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above (30 or more completed)
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THEA 380 - Playwriting Seminar
4 credit(s)
Seminar in writing for the stage, including a study of dramatic structure, action, dialogue, and characterization. Practical matters such as the economics of the contemporary theatre, script submission, synopses and queries, and collaborative with directors and actors will also be addressed. Weekly writing assignments will focus on specific themes. Course will culminate in a major writing project.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.Prerequisite(s): THEA 110
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THEA 395 - Independent Study
See department for details. Independent Study contract required.
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THEA 412 - Professional Preparation for Actors II
2 credit(s)
Intermediate and advanced performance students will practice skills for auditioning and marketing their work through the selection and preparation of monologues suitable for various audition needs; practice in cold-reading, slating, and other skills; coaching and mentoring more junior students in audition skills; maintaining professional marketing materials; and documenting their auditioning experiences.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.Prerequisite(s): THEA 212
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THEA 450 - Theatre Company: Advanced Performance
0-2 credit(s)
Active participation in a dramatic production as an actor or performer. Must audition and be cast in a play to enroll. Instructor’s consent required. May be repeated for credit. Offered each semester
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed)
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THEA 451 - Theatre Company: Advanced Technical Prod
1-2 credit(s)
Active participation in a dramatic production as construction or technical crew. Instructor’s consent required. Offered each semester
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed)
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THEA 452 - Theatre Company: Adv Costume & Makeup
1-2 credit(s)
Active participation in a dramatic production as a design assistant, dresser, or wardrobe run crew. Instructor’s consent required. Offered each semester
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed)
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THEA 453 - Theatre Company: Advanced Lighting
1-2 credit(s)
Active participation in a dramatic production as a design assistant or hang and focus crew. Offered each semester
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed)
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THEA 454 - Theatre Company: Advanced Org & Mgmt
1-2 credit(s)
Active participation in a dramatic production as a stage manager or production assistant. Instructor’s consent required. May be repeated for credit. Offered each semester
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed credits.)
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THEA 456 - Theatre Company: Advanced Run Crew/Board
1 credit(s)
Active participation in a dramatic production as run crew or board operator. Instructor’s consent required. Offered each semester
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed)
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THEA 475 - Internship
See department for details. Internship contract required.
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THEA 480 - Advanced Playwriting Workshop
4 credit(s)
Having completed the 300-level playwriting seminar, students in this class will work on a large project throughout the semester, culminating in a public reading or submission to theatres. THEA 480 students will also serve as chief respondents to THEA 380 students’ drafts.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.Prerequisite(s): THEA 380
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THEA 495 - Senior Thesis
1-4 credit(s)
Students will develop substantial projects in performance, design, directing, research, dramaturgy, choreography, or playwriting, from inception and proposal through completion. Must be arranged with faculty advisor. Instructor’s consent required. May be repeated for credit.
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APTH 212 - Theatre for Gender Equity
2 credit(s)
This workshop course will devise new work or engage with existing texts to present theatrical performance on a given theme and in accord with the mission of the Center for Gender Equity. Also listed as GSS 212 . May be repeated once for credit.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
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APTH 215 - Applied Theatre Workshop
4 credit(s)
This course will provide an active, experiential introduction to key forms of Applied Theatre including Playback, Reminiscence Theatre, Augusto Boal’s Forum Theatre, and approaches to devising theatre for and with communities. After all of these forms have been introduced and explored, the class will break into small production companies, each of which will pursue their chosen way of working for the second half of the semester, offering their work to a local group or audience.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirements: Civic Engagement and Artistic Practice and Creative Process.
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APTH 301 - Survey of Applied Theatre
4 credit(s)
This course introduces students to the breadth and effectiveness of Applied Theatre throughout recent history; engages with complex issues of representation, privacy, authorship, and authority as these issues pertain to performance and communities; and challenges students to conceive their own models for employing theatre as an agent of change.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above (30 or more completed credits).
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APTH 315 - Applied Theatre Workshop II
4 credit(s)
This course will provide an active, experiential introduction to key forms of Applied Theatre including Playback, Reminiscence Theatre, Augusto Boal’s Forum Theatre, and approaches to devising theatre for and with communities. After all of these forms have been introduced and explored, the class will break into small production companies, each of which will pursue their chosen way of working for the second half of the semester, offering their work to a local group or audience.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirements: Civic Engagement and Artistic Practice and Creative Process.Prerequisite(s): APTH 215 .
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APTH 320 - Theatre in Mental Health: UK
2 credit(s)
This winter-term travel course will introduce students to the Converge program, an arts and health project based at York St. John University in England. Converge makes university courses in the arts accessible to people who use mental health services. Students will learn about the UK mental health service provision, arts as a pathway to higher education, the healing potential of performance practice, and evidence for the effectiveness of arts applications in mental health, and will work on theatre skills with community members. Students will gain both experience with an established applied theatre model and understanding of the challenges and processes of applied theatre.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 110 or APTH 215 .
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Vision Science Graduate-level courses for students in the M.S. or Ph.D. in Vision Science.
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VSC 301 - Introduction to Vision Science
3 credit(s)
This course provides a comprehensive review of vision sciences, with an emphasis on the clinical applications and visual performance. It explores topics such as ocular anatomy, neurophysiology, perception, psychophysics, optics, eye movements, visuomotor disorders, and color vision among others. It aims to provide the student with a
broad understanding of vision science.
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VSC 302 - Advanced Clinical Topics in Vision Science
3 credit(s)
This course aims to provide the student with in depth clinical expertise in some of five selective areas to guide their develpment of specialty knowledge and skills. These areas include vision diagnosis, low vision rehabilitation, binocular and sports vision, contact lens and myopia control, and vision therapy and training. Lead instructors will provide overviews of important clinical topics and invite experts in these areas to provide in depth discussions.
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VSC 303 - Visual Neuroanatomy & Perception
2 credit(s)
This course will provide a comprehensive survey of the anatomical, physiological, and psychological study of vision. It will cover topics such as object recognition, color vision, motion, depth perception, visual attention, oculomotor behavior, and visuomotor control and visual consciousness. This course will incorporate discussions of neurophysiological structure, function, and adaptation of visual system; evolutionary history and biological variations of vision; psychophysical methods for studying visual perception; and disorders associated with vision.
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VSC 304 - Visual Function & Measurement
2 credit(s)
This course aims to provide a systematic review of methods and equipment for assessing visual and ocular functions. It covers the anatomical, physiological and psychophysical processes underscoring critical visual functions. The focus is to relate each visual function measurments to specific equipment, procedures, criteria, validity and reliability, and scope of clinical applications. It reviews topics including visual acuity, visual field, contrast sensitivity, color vision, binocular vision, visual search, light adaptation, and visual efficiency.
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VSC 305 - Ocular Disorders & Diagnosis with Lab
2 credit(s)
This course offers a detailed review of comprehensive and appropriate methods for diagnosing ocular disorders and diseases. It will cover prevalent and important ocular diseases of both the anterior and posterior segment of the eye, as well as certain neuro-opthalmic and systemic-based conditions that can affect the eye. Treatment and management options for patients with these disorders will also be reviewed, as well as indicated examination tests.
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VSC 306 - Evidence-based Optometry and Statistics
4 credit(s)
Introduces core issues in evidence-based optometry and public health. It includes the assessment of various clinical study designs, potential sources of bias in each design as well as development of a systematic approach to evaluate strenth of evidence from published studies, to identify potential limitations and develop appreciation for the importance of evidence-based practice as a practice philiosphy. It also explains basic biostatisical concepts and terms by describing how to organize a dataset for analysis, how to summarize or graph data, how to assess if there is a relationship between variables and how to determine future study sample size.
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VSC 307 - Capstone Project I
2 credit(s)
This is one of two clinical research projects in which students pursue independent research on a question or problem in their chosen clinical specialties. With the guidance of a faculty advisor, each student is expected to identify a particular clinical research topic, conduct proper literature review, propose efficient methods and procedures in diagnosing visual disorders and diseases, and demonstrate the ability to provide well-rounded assesssments and treatments to patients with diagnosed problems. This course requires the completion of a clinical research project of case report to demonstrate their research, analytical, and writing skills.
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VSC 308 - Capstone Project II
2 credit(s)
This is one of two clinical research projects in which students pursue independent research on a question or problem in their chosen clinical specialties. With the guidance of a faculty advisor, each student is expected to identify a particular clinical research topic, conduct proper literature review, propose efficient methods and procedures in diagnosing visual disorders and diseases, and demonstrate the ability to provide well-rounded assessments and treatments to patients with diagnosed problems. This course requires the completion of a clinical research project or case report to demonstrate their research, analytical, and writing skills.
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VSC 311 - Primary Eye Care & Procedures
1 credit(s)
This course aims to teach the clinical optometric instrumentation and to master skills needed to provide a comprehensive eye exam to help care for a continuum of patients ranging from new initial visits to managaing a lifetime of continuting eye care. In addition, it covers topics related to needs of patients, coordinating with general health care services, emphasizing competency, management, and decision-making to help promote quality and efficiency in primary eye care.
Corequisite(s): VSC 311L
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VSC 311L - Lab - Primary Eye Care & Procedures
0 credit(s)
Case studies and hands-on laboratory designed to supplement lecture material from VSC 311.
Corequisite(s): VSC 311
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VSC 312 - Visual Changes Over Lifespan
2 credit(s)
This course reviews the stages of human vision development and sequence with related anatomical, neurophysiological, perceptual and functional aspects relevant to optometric care. Topics include development of visual acuity, refractive components, binocular vision, eye movements, and visual perception. Degenerative changes associated with the aging eye and visual system, systemic, pharmacological and psychological aspects of geriatric vision care are discussed. Topics also include the impact of visual impairment on daily living, methods of assessment, applications of magnification devices, tinted lenses and assistive technology.
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VSC 313 - Vision Therapy
2 credit(s)
This course offers a detailed review of comprehensive and appropriate treatment options for patients with visual and ocular disorders such as loss of visual acuity and visual field, problems in accommodation and vergence control, and dysfunctions associated with stroke and brain injuries. This course describes tools, skills, and procedures required to achieve effective vision therapy, including the use of lenses, prisms, filters, occlusion, specialized instruments, and/or computer programs. Students will learn remediating methods for regaining visual, ocular and perceptual functions.
Corequisite(s): VSC 313L
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VSC 313L - Lab - Vision Therapy
0 credit(s)
Case studies and hands-on laboratory designed to supplement lecture material from VSC 313.
Corequisite(s): VSC 313
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VSC 314 - Binocular & Sports Vision
2 credit(s)
This course provides the basic anatomical and physiological knowledge of eye movements and binocular vision needed to correctly interpret the most common clinical cases you will encounter in your practice. It also offers a detailed review of ophthalmology, optometry, and visual training to protect or enhance athletic performance, with a particular emphasis on binocular vision. It covers topics including visual skill profile, dominant visual acuity, dynamic visual acuity, accommodation, vergence facility, vergence stability and control, binocular vision, visual spatial perception, visual processing speed, visual reaction speed, eye hand coordination, visual navigation and peripheral visual awareness.
Corequisite(s): VSC 314L
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VSC 314L - Lab - Binocular & Sprots Vision
0 credit(s)
Case studies and hands-on laboratory designed to supplement lecture material from VSC 314.
Corequisite(s): VSC 314
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VSC 315 - Learning-Related Vision Problems
2 credit(s)
A review of binocular, visual perceptual deficits and ocular disorders that may lead to difficulties in learning specific academic areas such as reading handwriting and visual information processing. Students will learn diagnostic tests for evaluating visual, perceptual and eye movement skills that support learning. Additionally, this course will cover vision therapy methods for remediating deficient visual, perceptual and motor skills to support learning.
Corequisite(s): VSC 315L
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VSC 315L - Lab - Learning-Related Vision Problems
0 credit(s)
Case studies and hands-on laboratory designed to supplement lecture material from VSC 315.
Corequisite(s): VSC 315
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VSC 316 - CL Exam & Fitting with Lab
2 credit(s)
This course introduces the common comprehensive eye exam for patients wearing or wanting to wear contact lenses. It covers the special tests for evaluating vision and measuring the ocular surface to determine what type of contact lenses are most appropriate for the patient. This course also reviews proper fitting and prescription of various types of contact lenses. Procedures and criteria for assessing lens fit and impact to eye health will be discussed. This course includes laboratory work to help students obtain practice skills.
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VSC 317 - Specialty CL with Lab
2 credit(s)
A review of recent advances in the options of prescribing contact lenses to improve vision performance. These topics include advances in designs of contact lenses for refractive errors, irregular astigmatism, and corneal diseases. This course includes laboratory work to help students obtain practice skills.
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VSC 318 - CL & Myopia Control with Lab
2 credit(s)
This course reviews traditional and innovative methods to controlling myopia with contact lenses with an evidence-based approach. It covers topics such as the use of orthokeratology (Ortho-k) lenses, soft multifocal lenses and other novel lens designs. It will discuss challenges in lens design and fitting as well as review patient management strategies to maintain proper health and compliance. This course includes laboratory work to help students obtain practice skills.
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VSC 331 - Clinical Vocabulary & Communication
2 credit(s)
This course aims to acclimatize international students to medical terminology that is the standardized means of communication within the healthcare industry. It includes reviews on the system of medical vocabulary and abbreviations within the clinical environment to make understanding them much faster and easier. Its goal is to facilitate the learning and use of clinical proceedings and enable everyone involved in the process of treatment and care to perform more efficiently for the patient’s benefit.
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VSC 332 - Clinical & Academic English communication
2 credit(s)
This course provides instructions on listening, reading, writing and communicating in English in academic and clinical settings. This includes topics such as barriers in the path of communication, outlines, rephrasing, listening to conversation (formal and informal), techniques of reading, skimming, scanning, SQ3R technique, writing skills, paragraph, letter writing, essay writing, memo, circular, notice, cover letter and resume.
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VSC 333 - Clinical and Academic English Communication
2 credit(s)
This course provides instruction on listening, reading, writing and communicating in English in academic and clinical settings. This includes topics such as barriers in the path of communication, outlines, rephrasing, listening to ocnversation (formal and informal), techniques of reading, skimming, scanning, SQ3R technique, writing skills, paragraph, letter writing, essay writing, memo, circular, notice, cover letter and resume.
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VSC 334 - Thesis Writing & Case Report
2 credit(s)
This course provides instruction on the fundamentals of thesis writing with the goal of sharpening students’ critical thinking and organizing skills, with special attention to developing thesis rationale, literature review, arguments and explanations. The course will provide guidance to students as they work to summarize their thesis projects and prepare clinical case reports. Attention also will be paid to the coherence and strength of their observations and arguments. The emphasis is on the expression of rigouous clinical reasoning and communication.
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VSC 502 - Scientific & Clinical Writing
1 credit(s)
Through writing assignments on their chosen research topics, students learn and practice the convention in writing journal articles, thesis/dissertation, and clinical reports. While working on clear, correct, coherent, and concise prose, the course also emphasizes sophisticated critical thinking and clear description in writing. Students will learn to develop good sentence and paragraph structure for each section of a research/clinical report, improve grammar and identify common stylistic errors, and use powerful language to write more succinctly to present the ideas clearly.
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VSC 503 - Evidence-Based Research & Practice
1 credit(s)
This course provides methods and training for understanding and evaluating scientific and health care literature. Develop critical thinking skills related to evidence-based optometric care. Course elements may be tailored for the cohort enrolled.
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VSC 511 - Geometric, Physical, & Visual Optics I
3 credit(s)
This course is the first of a two-semester sequence that provides an introduction to optics. Topics in this semester include laws of light propagation, thin lenses & prisms, spherocylindrical lenses, single spherical refracting interfaces, thick lenses, & angular magnification. Emphasis is placed on applications such as lens models of the eye & optical instruments. Course elements may be tailored for the cohort enrolled.
Corequisite(s): OPT 501L
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VSC 512 - Geometric, Physical and Visual Optics II
3 credit(s)
This course is the second of a two-semester sequence that provides an introduction to optics. Topics in this semester include mirrors, stops and pupils, aberrations, optical energy, absorption, electromagnetic waves, interference, diffraction, and polarization. Emphasis is placed on applications such as lens models of the eye, optical instruments, antireflection coatings, and viual acuity. Course elements may be tailored for the cohort enrolled.
Corequisite(s): OPT 502L
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VSC 513 - Ophthalmic & Physiological Optics
4 credit(s)
This course covers the optics of the uncorrected & corrected eye, photometry, & an introduction to binocular vision. Course elements may be tailored for the cohort enrolled.
Corequisite(s): OPT 503L
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