According to the subtitle, the seminar will focus on different theoretical and methodological issues pertaining to art and visual studies. May be repeated under a different subtitle to a maximum of six credits. Prereq: Junior standing or permission of instructor.
According to the subtitle, the seminar will focus on different theoretical and methodological issues pertaining to art and visual studies. May be repeated under a different subtitle to a maximum of six credits. Prereq: graduate status or consent of instructor.
Effective visual communication has become vital for businesses in today's global market. AAD 250: Digital Design for Arts Administrations I will explore the powerful graphic and visual design programs of Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and iMovie. Students will develop an 'eye' for design through the exploration of advanced design software, advanced design elements, and peer critiques. Students will demonstrate basic design skills through design projects for both print and the web.
This course presents an economic approach to the study of regions. The emphasis is on the role of spatial relationships in economic activity. Topics considered include market area analysis, location theory, economic base and input-output analysis as well as regional economic development.
This class discusses theoretical debates on human rights within the discipline of anthropology and contrasts these approaches to those of other disciplines. Once students acquire this foundation, they apply their knowledge to a human rights problem of their own choice. They identify a researchable question about human rights and use appropriate evidence and methods to substantiate their claims. Students will also learn through experience the ethic dimensions of research and how research can have an important impact on society.
Principles of policy research and intervention in cultural anthropology with attention to the theoretical and ethical basis of such research and intervention. Intervention techniques considered include research and development anthropology, action anthropology, community development, community advocacy anthropology and culture brokerage.
This seminar explores the interrelationships between social processes, development and the environment. It provides the graduate student with the necessary theoretical and analytical tools to examine the social and cultural processes of environmental degradation and change. Topics include political ecology, health impacts of development, deforestation, resource tenure systems, environmental grassroots movements and large-scale development organizations.
An introduction to the basic anatomy, physiology and biochemistry of endocrine systems with emphasis on mechanisms of hormone synthesis, secretion and action. Lectures and reading assignments will focus on endocrine function in mammalian species, including laboratory animals, humans and livestock.
Overview of the application of engineering principles to problems in living systems and human healthcare. Fundamental anatomy and physiology for engineers. Quantitative measurement and analysis of the structure, function, and control of biological systems. Required for students pursuing a minor in biomedical engineering.
A laboratory course that will acquaint the student with the synthesis, characterization and properties of inorganic and organometallic compounds of both main-group and transition elements. Laboratory, six hours per week.
