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COUN 501 - Orientation to Public Schools: Field Experience
An introductory exploration of public elementary or secondary schools integrating field experience in the classroom with seminars. Sixty hours of field experience in the classroom are required. Completion of this course is required for students without teacher licensure.
Credit Hours: 1
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COUN 502 - School Counseling Programs: Principles and Administration
A study of the management of comprehensive school counseling programs (PreK-12) to include needs assessment, program goals, resource identification, evaluations, and use of computer-based management software. This course also includes an examination of professional practice issues in school counseling related to education, research, standards of practice, credentialing, and policy.
Credit Hours: 3
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COUN 512 - Research Methods
Methods and tools of research and evaluation, focus on research data interpretation, and emphasis on application to professional practice. Utilization of the computer for data analysis will be emphasized.
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Spring semester.
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COUN 514 - College Student Development
An overview of student development theories and practices in higher education, emphasizing current standards of practice and emerging trends, particularly in Christian higher education.
Credit Hours: 3
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COUN 516 - Human Growth and Development
Current research and theories in development relating to the preschool child, elementary school child, adolescent and adult. Emphasis on social, cognitive and affective development including implications for counseling strategies over the lifespan.
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Spring semester.
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COUN 520 - Counseling Theories and Techniques
An in-depth consideration of major counseling theories and techniques, with special emphasis on comparative analysis.
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Spring semester.
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COUN 521 - Community Interventions
This course covers consulation and collaboration methods in community settings.
Credit Hours: 3
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COUN 522 - Non-Profit Project Design and Evaluation
A comprehensive study of nonprofit development and management for serving chronically underserved populations via counseling techniques; including a study of mission, vision, strategic planning, bylaws, ethics, fund-raising, financial management, collaborations/partnerships, human resources, marketing, communication, grant writing, board and volunteer development, advocacy and policy making, information technology, legal issues, evaluation, and leadership and management in the social sectors and nonprofit world.
Credit Hours: 3
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COUN 524 - Psychopathology
An in-depth approach to the study of psychopathology. The course uses case presentations to expose the student to a variety of psychological and relational diagnoses.
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Fall semester.
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COUN 546 - Practicum in School Counseling
This practicum experience provides a broad, general perspective of school counseling in an area school. The practicum is a prerequisite for school counseling internship experiences. Special attention is given to assessment, basic counseling skills, guidance skills, and collaboration skills.
Prerequisites
COUN-502.
Credit Hours: 3
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COUN 548 - Practicum in Counseling
Practical experience preparatory to Counseling Internship. Special attention is given to obtaining a case history, assessment, treatment planning and basic counseling skills.
Prerequisites
COUN-500 or Co-requisite: COUN-520 and full admission status in the graduate counseling program.
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Spring semester.
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COUN 550 - Group Process and Practice
Theory and types of groups, descriptions of group practices, methods, dynamics and facilitative skills.
Credit Hours: 3
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COUN 554 - Measurement and Appraisal in Counseling
This course covers the history, purpose and use of tests and other assessment methodologies in counseling.
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Spring semester.
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COUN 556 - Professional Issues
This course provides the opportunity and setting for the developing counselor to explore and expand his/her professional identity. Attention is given to the role and function of the School Counselor as related to other helping professions, and to the importance of being affiliated with professional organizations such as the American School Counseling Association.
Credit Hours: 0
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COUN 558 - Cultural Contexts in the Helping Professions
The study of the influence of culture, society, and contemporary social values on human behavior and social interaction. The course examines the sociological nature, bases and consequences of social values and social problems and their relationship to the self. Social issues such as the culture of poverty, violence, drug use, and societal and family dysfunction are examined.
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Fall semester
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COUN 560 - Anthropology of Childhood
This seminar type course seeks to prepare professionals to work cross cultural in agencies that deal primarily with children.
Credit Hours: 3
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COUN 561 - Counseling Children and Adolescents: Developmental Issues and Interventions
An examination of the interpersonal dynamics of adolescents who come to counselors for help due to the severity of their spiritual, emotional, motivational, behavioral, and adjustment problems. Counseling procedures for normal developmental concerns and issues of adolescents, as well as clinical procedures, treatment methods and counseling approaches for the more resistant and recalcitrant youth will be covered.
Credit Hours: 3
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COUN 562 - Lifestyle and Career Development
A study of sources, methods, and techniques for gathering, evaluating, and disseminating occupational, technological and educational information through career counseling.
Credit Hours: 3
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COUN 563 - Human Sexuality
The study of contemporary theory, research, and practice of counseling related to the study and understanding of the biological, cognitive, socioemotional, cultural, and spiritual dimensions of human sexuality.
Credit Hours: 3
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COUN 569 - Play Therapy and Child Trauma
A study of the literature and practice of play therapy as a unique approach to clinical work with children. Non-directive play therapy methods, inclusion of parents in treatment, and directive play therapy interventions are considered. Cross-listed with MAFT-529.
Credit Hours: 3
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COUN 570 - School Counseling Internship I
Closely supervised counseling practice in an approved field placement in an area elementary school. Interns gain competence in core areas of school counseling, assessment, consultation, and professional functioning.
Prerequisites
COUN-502 and COUN-546.
Credit Hours: 3
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COUN 573 - Introduction to Addiction Counseling and Treatment
This course focuses on the treatment of addiction disorders and examines different views of addictions (historical, contemporary, Biblical and humanistic). Students are given the opportunity to experience different theories and techniques of treatment in a variety of treatment settings.
Credit Hours: 3
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COUN 581 - Clinical Psychopharmacology
An in-depth look at the drugs used to treat the major psychiatric disabilities and the major drugs of abuse. Understanding the actions, uses and side effects of psychoactive drugs.
Prerequisites
This course requires completion of a course in Physiological Psychology or approval of the instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
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COUN 587 - Special Topics in Counseling
A course presenting various topics and research concerns. The topic will change to meet student demand and interest.
Credit Hours: 1
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COUN 588 - School Counseling Internship II
Closely supervised counseling practice in an approved field placement in an area secondary school. Interns gain competence in core areas of school counseling, assessment, consultation, and professional functioning.
Prerequisites
COUN-502 and COUN-546.
Credit Hours: 3
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COUN 589 - Special Topics in Counseling
A course presenting various topics and research concerns. The topic will change to meet student demand and interest.
Credit Hours: 2
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COUN 591 - Special Topics in Counseling
A course presenting various topics and research concerns. The topic will change to meet student demand and interest.
Credit Hours: 3
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COUN 592 - Seminar in Guidance and Counseling
This course is designed to prepare students to plan, manage, and evaluate a comprehensive PreK-12 program of guidance and counseling services.
Credit Hours: 2
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COUN 593 - Directed Research
This course enables the student to pursue topics of interest in greater depth than is done in the regular curriculum.
Prerequisites
Approval by Director of Graduate Studies in Counseling.
Credit Hours: 1
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COUN 595 - Directed Research
This course enables the student to pursue topics of interest in greater depth than is done in the regular curriculum.
Prerequisites
Approval by Director of Graduate Studies in Counseling.
Credit Hours: 2
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COUN 597 - Directed Research
This course enables the student to pursue topics of interest in greater depth than is done in the regular curriculum.
Prerequisites
Approval by Director of Graduate Studies in Counseling.
Credit Hours: 3
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COUN 599 - Thesis/Portfolio Seminar
This course will provide the structure, format, support, and encouragement for the candidate to complete the graduate research / literature review exercise and present it to colleagues.
Credit Hours: 1
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MAFT 510 - Ethical, Legal and Professional Issues in Family Therapy
This course introduces the ethical and legal issues relevant to the practice of marriage and family therapy. The AAMFT Code of Ethics is covered in depth. Topics include licensing standards, record keeping procedures, professional identity, and ethical responsibilities.
Credit Hours: 3
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MAFT 511 - Introduction to Family Studies
An introduction to current and traditional theories of the family, with attention given to the evolution of these frameworks, as well as recent theoretical developments and research pertaining to the study of the family. Applications of these frameworks to family studies will focus on the diversity among families due to various contextual factors (e.g. race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, family structure, history, and sociopolitical context.
Credit Hours: 3
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MAFT 514 - Psychopathology
An in-depth approach to the study of psychopathology. The course uses case presentations to expose the student to a variety of psychological and relational diagnoses.
Credit Hours: 3
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MAFT 516 - Christian Perspectives in the Helping Professions
A survey of Christian approaches to counseling. Emphasis on the development of Christian approaches as they relate to theoretical and clinical advances in the field of counseling. Focus on the theological underpinnings of each approach.
Credit Hours: 3
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MAFT 522 - Traditional and Systemic Therapies
A study of the literature and practice of the traditional schools of marriage and family therapy with special attention given to family structure and function.
Credit Hours: 3
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MAFT 523 - Human Growth and Development
Current research and theories in development relating to the preschool child, elementary school child, adolescent and adult. Emphasis on social, cognitive and affective development including implications for counseling strategies over the lifespan.
Credit Hours: 3
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MAFT 524 - Clinical Assessment, Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
The course prepares the student to assess and diagnose mental disorders and family dysfunctions using clinical interviewing and psychometric measurement instruments. Topics include psychometric theory, mental status exams, and treatment planning.
Prerequisites
MAFT-514
Credit Hours: 3
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MAFT 529 - Play Therapy and Child Trauma
A study of the literature and practice of play therapy as a unique approach to clinical work with children. Non-directive play therapy methods, inclusion of parents in treatment, and directive play therapy interventions are considered. The course also covers the assessment and treatment of child trauma.
Credit Hours: 3
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MAFT 531 - Systems Theory
An introduction to general systems theory. Special attention is given to the history of marriage and family therapy and the basic theories of and models of family interaction. Implication for interactional patterns, functional and dysfunctional family systems, life cycle issues, and ethnicity are discussed.
Credit Hours: 3
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MAFT 532 - Postmodern and Socio-cultural Therapies
A study of the literature and practice of marital and family therapy with emphasis on diagnostic procedures and the application of specific therapeutic techniques to dysfunction within the marital dyad.
Prerequisites
MAFT-522
Credit Hours: 3
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MAFT 533 - Human Sexuality
The study of contemporary theory, research, and practice of counseling related to the study and understanding of the biological, cognitive, socioemotional, cultural, and spiritual dimensions of human sexuality.
Credit Hours: 3
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MAFT 541 - Family Stress and Resilience
An exploration of major concepts from the research, conceptual, and clinical literature on family stress and resilience, with a particular focus on overwhelming and/or traumatic stress.
Credit Hours: 3
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MAFT 543 - Personality Theory
An in-depth examination of the major theoretical approaches to the study of personality. Personality development, dynamics and differences will be studied with special emphasis on application of each theoretical view to the therapy setting.
Credit Hours: 3
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MAFT 547 - Cultural Contexts in Clinical Practice
The study of the influence of culture, society, and contemporary social values on human behavior and social interaction. The course examines the sociological nature, bases and consequences of social values and social problems and their relationship to the self. Social issues such as the culture of poverty, violence, drug use and societal and family dysfunction are examined.
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Fall semester
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MAFT 548 - MAFT Internship
180 hours of direct client contact experience (half of which will be with couples or families), 30 hours of small group supervision, and 7 hours of triadic supervision.
Prerequisites
MAFT-538
Credit Hours: 3
Notes
Repeatable for credit depending upon the number of client contact hours required. Must be taken a minimum of 2 times.
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MAFT 552 - Couple Therapy
An introduction to the theory, philosophy, and methods of working with clients, using the couple as the primary client. The role of the clinician and strategies of intervention will be emphasized. The fundamentals of assessment and intervention with couples and how this differs from psychotherapy with individuals, groups, and families will be reviewed.
Prerequisites
MAFT-532
Credit Hours: 3
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MAFT 555 - Research Methods in Relationship Science
Methods and tools of research and evaluation, focus on research data interpretation, and emphasis on application to professional practice. Utilization of the computer for data analysis will be emphasized.
Credit Hours: 3
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MAFT 556 - Professional Issues
This course provides the opportunity and setting for the developing counselor to explore and expand his/her professional identity. Attention is given to the role and function of the Marriage and Family Therapist as related to other helping professions, and to the importance of being affiliated with professional organizations such as the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy.
Credit Hours: 0
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MAFT 559 - Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy
This course covers the theoretical principles and practical application of Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy.
Credit Hours: 3
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DIGM 200 - Introduction to Digital Media and Film
An introduction to the history, structure and practices of digital media and film. Discussion topics include commercial, legal, ethical, and social aspects of film, television and radio, the recording industry, the internet and other facets of present day media operations.
Prerequisites
None
Credit Hours: 3
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DIGM 210 - Single Camera Applications and Aesthetics I (Lab Required)
An introduction to the basic principles and terminology associated with visual production in the modem digital environment. The course is first in a two course sequence that combines lectures and demonstrations with laboratory experience to cover the technical and creative aspects of digital media production. Perspectives on visual communication provide a theoretical foundation for practical consideration of equipment usage, story creation, production and editing. Requires co-requisite enrollment in DIGM 210L
Prerequisites
DIGM 200 or COMM-200 or ARTS-200
Credit Hours: 3
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DIGM 221 - Writing for Film and TV
An introduction to the conventions of film and television writing formats. The course covers the fundamentals of screen storytelling, acquaints students with the nuances of particular formats, and explores excellence in each through analysis of texts and practical application.
Prerequisites
ENGL 110
Credit Hours: 3
Notes
Cross-listed with COMM 221
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DIGM 241 - Broadcast Copywriting
This course provides instruction and practice in written commercial and public service copy for television and radio. Basic advertising principles are applied to broadcast situations.
Prerequisites
ENGL 110
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Spring semester
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DIGM 242 - Broadcast Journalism
This course provides instruction and practice in the specialized field of writing and producing for broadcast journalism. Course content includes mechanics of news gathering, interviewing, writing and reporting. Discussion topics include news values, ethical considerations and development of individual stories.
Prerequisites
ENGL 110
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Fall semester
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DIGM 245 - Motion Media Design
This course is an introduction to Motion Media Design. Students will learn the concepts and skills used in the creation of motion graphics, dynamic typography and special effects. The course will focus on the use of Adobe After Effects.
Prerequisites
COMM-200, or DIGM-200, or ARTS-200.
Credit Hours: 3
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DIGM 246 - Advanced Motion Media Design
This course builds upon concepts, techniques, and theory introduced in DIGM-245. Students will advance in the practice of visual problem solving, use of After Effects, and progress into visual special effects. Students will learn to integrate camera-generated media with virtual assets to create a cohesive visual composite.
Prerequisites
DIGM-245
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Spring semester
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DIGM 260 - Radio and Television Speech (Lab Required)
A skill-building course designed to equip the student with entry-level announcer skills for both radio and television performance. Includes exercises in pronunciation, script marking & reading, interviewing, newscasts, and ad-lib performances for radio and television. Requires co-requisite enrollment in DIGM 260L.
Prerequisites
COMM-200, or DIGM 200
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Fall semester
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DIGM 281 - Audio Production (Lab Required)
A course designed to teach the student basic broadcast audio production skills, practices and equipment use. Emphasis is placed on digital production as is used in broadcast and converged media environments. Requires co-requisite enrollment in DIGM 281L.
Prerequisites
COMM-200 or DIGM-200
Credit Hours: 3
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DIGM 305 - Practicum
Laboratory course in digital media. Emphasis on practical application of a variety of video and audio production skills. Open to all students with consent of the instructor. Repeatable for credit.
Prerequisites
COMM-200 or DIGM-200
Credit Hours: 1
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DIGM 310 - Single Camera Applications and Aesthetics II (Lab Required)
This course is a continuation of the concepts and principles introduced in DIGM-210, with emphasis on media aesthetics and analysis, field audio, and digital video editing and effects. Students will utilize the concepts and skills acquired in the two-course sequence to produce a quality portfolio video project. Requires co-requisite enrollment in DIGM 310L
Prerequisites
DIGM 210
Credit Hours: 3
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DIGM 315 - Multimedia Journalism
A course designed to expose the student to the converged world of journalism and information sharing. Emphasis will be placed on combining the technical aspects of audio and visual image capturing and editing with journalistic story-telling techniques in ways to best communicate with the modern audience.
Prerequisites
DIGM-310 or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
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DIGM 327 - Film Producing and Management
A detailed survey of the issues and tasks of producing motion pictures, preparing the student with the skills necessary to produce and manage motion picture projects.
Prerequisites
DIGM-210
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Spring semester
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DIGM 330 - Cinematography
This course focuses on the visual aspects of storytelling - using lights, lenses, and camera techniques for narrative purposes.
Prerequisites
DIGM-210 with a grade of B or higher
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Spring semester
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DIGM 340 - Motion Picture Editing
An in-depth study of the processes of motion picture editing, focusing on theory and practice. Computer-assisted instruction.
Prerequisites
DIGM-210 with a grade of B or higher
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Fall semester
Notes
Additional fees may apply.
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DIGM 365 - Innovation and Social Media
A course designed to engage students in the social media world both practically and theoretically. Students will use key social media innovations and explore the implications of social media upon interpersonal interaction, business, marketing, politics, religion and human cognition.
Prerequisites
DIGM 200 or COMM-200 or ARTS 200
Credit Hours: 3
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DIGM 370 - Studio Production (Lab Required)
This course provides practical experience in multi-camera studio television production and associated skills with emphasis on “team” approaches. Topics to be covered include personnel, equipment, and the creative and theoretical approaches to visual programming. Requires co-requisite enrollment in DIGM 370L
Prerequisites
DIGM 210 or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
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DIGM 375 - Studio Production II (Lab Required)
A course that emphasizes the producing and directing aspects of multi-camera, studio-based television and video production. Requires co-requisite enrollment in DIGM-375L.
Prerequisites
DIGM-370
Credit Hours: 3
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DIGM 381 - Advanced Audio Production (Lab Required)
A course designed to build upon the student’s knowledge of audio production skills, practices and equipment. Focus will be on advanced broadcast production, performance and programming in a digital environment. Requires co-requisite enrollment in DIGM 381L.
Prerequisites
DIGM 281
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Spring semester
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DIGM 385 - Remote Video Production (Lab Required)
An in-depth examination of capturing content using industry-standard, mobile multi-camera field production techniques. Requires co-requisite enrollment in DIGM-385L.
Prerequisites
DIGM-370
Credit Hours: 3
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DIGM 400 - Internship Seminar
A course designed to prepare students for their on-site workplace internship in their chosen discipline. This course is a prerequisite for the DIGM 401 Internship course.
Prerequisites
Junior or senior Digital Media Studies major or minor; COMM-200 or DIGM-200.
Credit Hours: 1
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DIGM 401 - Internship
A course designed to assist students in attaining practical skills in a specific digital media-oriented occupation. Academic credit depends on number of hours the student works at the internship placement. All Digital Media Studies majors are required to take DIGM 401 (2 credit hours and 150 work hours). Those completing this initial internship requirement may sign up for a second and third internship of DIGM 402 (1 credit hour and 100 work hours) or repeat DIGM 401 (2 credit hours and 150 work hours).
Prerequisites
COMM-400 or DIGM-400 Internship Seminar. This course is open to second semester junior and senior Digital Media Studies majors and minors.
Credit Hours: 2
Notes
Repeatable for credit.
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DIGM 410 - Directing for Film and Television
The course is an in-depth study of the artistic duties of directing for the screen that includes scene analysis, visual design, and working with actors.
Prerequisites
DIGM-330 and DIGM-340
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Fall semester
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DIGM 415 - Early American Film History
This course examines the early years of film (1890-1939) production in Hollywood and the United States. Key films significant in the progression of the film industry from silent pictures and the studio system through the advent of talkies and into the pre-war era are studied. Key documentaries will also be analyzed. Focus will include individual filmmakers that influenced the early development of the industry.
Prerequisites
ENGL 110
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Spring semester, rotating
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DIGM 416 - Mid-Century American Film History: 1940-1959
This course examines the middle century of film (1940-1959) production in Hollywood. Topics covered include a detailed study of films that are significant in the progression of the industry from World War II and post-War eras through the early years of the Cold War and the rise of television. The course will focus on the significant films and filmmakers that influenced the further development of the film industry as an idealistic portrayal of American culture.
Prerequisites
ENGL 110
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Spring semester, rotating
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DIGM 417 - American Film History: Counterculture to Blockbusters 1960-1979
This course examines later middle 20th century film (1960-1979) production in Hollywood and the United States. The course will study films that are significant in the progression of the industry through the Cold War, the counterculture movement, and the introduction of blockbusters. The course will focus on the significant films and filmmakers that influenced the further development of the film industry through a tumultuous time in American history and culture.
Prerequisites
ENGL 110
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Spring semester, rotating
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DIGM 418 - History of Animated Film
This course examines the art of animation for motion pictures from 1890 to today. The course will study films that are historically significant in the progression of technology and techniques of animation.
Prerequisites
ENGL-110
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Fall semester
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DIGM 420 - The Film Short
This course covers all aspects of creating an original visual narrative. Students drive ideas through every stage of the process-from conceptualization through the finishing touches of postproduction. Proficiency in technical elements (production lighting, sound, editing) are necessary for the course, as it focuses on the aesthetic application of those skills.
Prerequisites
DIGM-410
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Spring semester
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DIGM 455 - Latin American Media
This course studies the history, development and distinctive characteristics of Latin American media in various cultural and national settings.
Prerequisites
COMM-200 or DIGM-200
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Offered only in conjunction with Global Perspectives study abroad trip.
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DIGM 470 - Applied Media
This course gives advanced students additional production experience in specific facets of digital media.
Prerequisites
COMM-200 or DIGM-200
Credit Hours: 3
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DIGM 480 - International Media
Comparative analysis of the culture, economy and structure of global media. This course discusses the operation of international media worldwide.
Prerequisites
COMM-200 or DIGM-200
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Offered only in conjunction with Global Perspectives study abroad trip.
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DIGM 491 - Contemporary Topics in Digital Media Studies
A course presenting various topics of contemporary interest. Topics will change each semester.
Prerequisites
DIGM 200
Credit Hours: 1
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DIGM 492 - Contemporary Topics in Digital Media Studies
A course presenting various topics of contemporary interest. Topics will change each semester.
Prerequisites
DIGM 200
Credit Hours: 2
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DIGM 493 - Contemporary Topics in Digital Media Studies
A course presenting various topics of contemporary interest. Topics will change each semester.
Prerequisites
DIGM 200
Credit Hours: 3
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DIGM 495 - Christianity and Media
This capstone course is designed to provide Digital Media Studies majors with opportunities to study, discuss, defend and integrate a Christ-centered worldview. The course entails a comprehensive analysis of fundamentalist and evangelical Christianity’s appropriation of media in a comparative context, giving attention to similarities and differences in various religious traditions. Students will examine how to integrate their faith into their careers and give practical responses to cultural and historical shifts in worldviews.
Prerequisites
COMM-200 or DIGM-200, and THEO-230 or THEO-231, and Senior Status.
Credit Hours: 3
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DISM 201 - Introduction to Small Group Ministry
This course is predicated on the belief that small group ministry is vital for the contemporary Christian church. The course seeks to provide students with an introduction to small group ministry that is based on biblical, theological, historical and socio-cultural perspectives.
Prerequisites
CHMN-150.
Credit Hours: 3
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DISM 291 - Special Topics Seminar
A course presenting geographical, theological, biblical and current perspectives of discipleship which are beyond the scope of courses within the major disciplines of the department.
Credit Hours: 1
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DISM 292 - Special Topics Seminar
A course presenting geographical, theological, biblical and current perspectives of discipleship which are beyond the scope of courses within the major disciplines of the department.
Credit Hours: 2
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DISM 293 - Special Topics Seminar
A course presenting geographical, theological, biblical and current perspectives of discipleship which are beyond the scope of courses within the major disciplines of the department.
Credit Hours: 3
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DISM 302 - Models of Small Group Ministry
The course seeks to provide students with an understanding of the various models of small group ministry. Historical and contemporary models will be examined in depth. Students will also examine existing groups within the church not typically thought of as “small groups”. The course seeks to more fully understand the nature of “community” and its effects on the spiritual life of a congregation as well as its effects on the structuring of groups in various educational settings.
Prerequisites
DISM-201
Credit Hours: 3
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DISM 390 - Internship
This internship will provide the student with extensive supervised experience in discipleship ministry. A minimum of one hundred and fifty (150) hours of work in an approved ministry context is required.
Prerequisites
Major in Discipleship Ministry, and completion of CHED-241, CHMN-150, CHMN-210, CHMN-220, CHMN-230, and DISM-302.
Credit Hours: 3
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DISM 403 - Leading Small Groups
The course seeks to provide students with an understanding of the various approaches to leading small groups. Included in this course will be materials related to leadership, principles and practices, communication and mentoring within small group ministry.
Prerequisites
DISM-302
Credit Hours: 3
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DISM 450 - Senior Seminar in Ministry
This course is a senior capstone course for Children, Discipleship and Youth ministry majors. The seminar class will engage students about issues of their vocational area of ministry. Issues such as calling, training, church expectations and cultural awareness will be discussed, particularly in relation to the student’s impending employment in church related fields.
Prerequisites
CHLM-390 or DISM-390 or YTHM-390
Credit Hours: 3
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ECON 200 - Understanding Economic Issues
A basic course in economics designed to expose students to the fundamentals of economic analysis. Current economic issues such as: inflation, unemployment, poverty, urbanization, social stratification, economic growth, international trade, finance, and development from the perspective of modern economic paradigms are discussed.
Credit Hours: 3
This course is also available for students in a Division of Adult Learning program.
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ECON 301 - Consumer Economics/ Personal Finance
This course is an investigation of consumer behavior and the different markets where the consumer purchases goods and services. Although emphasis is placed on financial markets, the economic, legal, political and social aspects of consumerism will be explored.
Credit Hours: 3
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ECON 311 - Macroeconomics
This course provides a comprehensive overview of macroeconomics. It examines both long-run and short-run macroeconomic issues. Topics include economic growth, income inequality, unemployment, inflation, stabilization policy, government debt and deficits, international trade, exchange rates, and financial crises. Students will be exposed to both macroeconomic theory and contemporary macroeconomic issues. Special emphasis is placed on developing economic tools and applying those tools to contemporary issues.
Prerequisites
MATH-101, or MATH-111, or MATH-161
Credit Hours: 3
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