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Introduction to Sculpture: What is sCULpTURE? — SCU2213.01

Spring 2023
Instructor: Carly Rudzinski
Credits: 4
Sculpture is approached as a sensual and philosophical exploration of form and space, and our interactions with each. Through a range of materials and processes, we will identify visual relationships and explore how they contain and express meaning to affect us intellectually, emotionally, and physically. Using narrative prompts, assignments will focus on
Visual Arts

Introduction to Slip Casting — CER2168.01

Fall 2013
Instructor: Yoko Inoue
Days & Time: TBA
Credits: 4
This is an introductory course to basic mold making and slip casting techniques for producing multiple components to create sculptural ceramic objects or a series of functional ware. This course focuses on the development of design concept through exploration of various casting methods, applying alteration techniques and experimenting with prototype making. Basic preparation
Visual Arts

Introduction to Slip Casting — CER2168.01

Fall 2015
Instructor: Yoko Inoue
Days & Time: TBA
Credits: 4
This is an introductory course to basic mold making and slip casting techniques for producing multiple components to create sculptural ceramic objects or a series of functional ware. This class focuses on the development of design concept through exploration of various casting methods, applying alteration techniques and experimenting with prototype making.  Basic
Visual Arts

Introduction to Sound Recording and Mixing — MSR2141.01

Spring 2024
Instructor: Senem Pirler
Credits: 4
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of sound recording/music production techniques and using the medium of sound as a creative form. Students will be introduced to recording techniques through lectures, hands-on exercises, and critical listening sessions. We will cover basic sound acoustics, spot and stereo microphone techniques, field recording techniques,
Music

Introduction to Sound Recording and Mixing — MSR2141.01

Fall 2023
Instructor: Senem Pirler
Credits: 4
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of sound recording/music production techniques and using the medium of sound as a creative form. Students will be introduced to recording techniques through lectures, hands-on exercises, and critical listening sessions. We will cover basic sound acoustics, spot and stereo microphone techniques, field recording techniques,
Music

Introduction to Sound Recording and Mixing — MSR2141.01) (cancelled 5/6/2024

Fall 2024
Instructor: Senem Pirler
Credits: 4
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of sound recording/music production techniques and using the medium of sound as a creative form. Students will be introduced to recording techniques through lectures, hands-on exercises, and critical listening sessions. We will cover basic sound acoustics, spot and stereo microphone techniques, field recording techniques,
Music

Introduction to Sound Recording and Mixing — MSR2141.01

Fall 2019
Instructor: Senem Pirler
Credits: 4
This course will offer an introduction to studio recording techniques through recording sessions, hands-on exercises, lectures, and critical listening sessions. We will cover basic sound acoustics, spot and stereo microphone techniques, signal flow, audio processing, and creative and unconventional music recording techniques. We will record various genres of music in a
Music

Introduction to Sound Recording and Mixing — MSR2141.01

Fall 2021
Instructor: Senem Pirler
Credits: 2
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of sound recording/music production techniques and using the medium of sound as a creative form. Students will be introduced to recording techniques through lectures, hands-on exercises, and critical listening sessions. We will cover basic sound acoustics, spot and stereo microphone techniques, field recording techniques,
Music

Introduction to Sound Recording and Mixing Lab — MSR2142.01

Fall 2021
Instructor: Senem Pirler
Credits: 2
In the Lab section of this course, we will focus on applying the recording techniques that we learn in the main class via recording sessions at the recording studio of Jennings. Students will learn how to run recording sessions, invite their musical collaborations/ensembles, and learn how to work in a collaborative environment. The Lab section of this class will run as in
Music

Introduction to Spectroscopy — CHE2117.01

Spring 2024
Instructor: John Bullock
Credits: 4
The interrogation of matter with various forms of electromagnetic radiation provides scientists with a detailed view of atomic and molecular structure. This introductory course in physical science will examine the nature of light and how it can be used to investigate the structure of matter. No previous work in the physical sciences is necessary. Topics to be covered will
Science and Mathematics

Introduction to Studio Recording — MSR2141.01

Spring 2019
Instructor: Senem Pirler
Credits: 2
This course will offer an introduction to studio recording techniques through recording sessions, hands-on exercises, lectures, and critical listening sessions. We will cover basic sound acoustics, spot and stereo microphone techniques, signal flow, audio processing, and creative and unconventional music recording techniques. We will record various genres of music in a
Music

Introduction to Sustainable Agriculture — APA2189.02

Spring 2024
Instructor: Carly Rudzinski
Credits: 2
This course explores the broad field of sustainable farming and food systems. Through work at the Purple Carrot Farm students will learn hands-on skills such as food cultivation, preservation, processing, techniques for propagation, and design of annual and perennial production systems. We will further explore sustainable food systems by meeting with a cross-section of local
CAPA

Introduction to Sustainable Agriculture — APA2189.02

Spring 2025
Instructor: Kelie Bowman
Credits: 2
This course explores the broad field of sustainable agriculture. This class consists of a series of field trips, meeting with a cross-section of local producers ranging from traditional organic vegetable farms, mushroom cultivation, livestock, flower farms. Other field trips could include non-profit organizations working on community food insecurity, ecological
CAPA

Introduction to The Art of Literary Translation — LIT2259.01

Spring 2018
Instructor: Marguerite Feitlowitz
Credits: 4
It may be that the closest, most interpretative and creative reading of a text involves translating from one language to another. Questions of place, culture, epoch, voice, gender, and rhythm take on new urgency, helping us deepen our skills and sensibilities in new ways. This course has a triple focus: you will compare and contrast multiple translations of a single work; read
CAPA Languages Literature

Introduction to the Atmosphere — ES2111.01

Fall 2016
Instructor: Hugh Crowl
Credits: 4
Through weather, air pollution, and climate, the atmosphere impacts the health and safety of our daily lives. This ever-present influence prompts many of us to ask questions about the atmosphere from a very young age. Questions like: Why is the sky blue and a sunset red? How do clouds form? What drives the wind? We will explore all of these questions and more as we examine the
Science and Mathematics Environment

Introduction to the Biology of Cancer — BIO2104.01

Fall 2013
Instructor: Amie McClellan
Days & Time: TBA
Credits: 4
The cells in our bodies need to grow and divide in order to make new tissue, and to repair or replace damaged tissue. The processes that govern cell growth and division are tightly regulated. When the cells that comprise the tissues of our bodies lose the ability to properly regulate their growth and proliferation, cancer is the result. This introductory level course will
Science Mathematics and Computing

Introduction to the Biology of Cancer — BIO2104.01

Spring 2020
Instructor: Amie McClellan
Credits: 4
The cells in our bodies need to grow and divide in order to make new tissue, and to repair or replace damaged tissue. The processes that govern cell growth and division are tightly regulated. When the cells that comprise the tissues of our bodies lose the ability to properly regulate their growth and proliferation, cancer is the result. This introductory level course will
Science and Mathematics

Introduction to the Biology of Cancer — BIO2104.01

Spring 2016
Instructor: Amie McClellan
Credits: 4
The cells in our bodies need to grow and divide in order to make new tissue, and to repair or replace damaged tissue. The processes that govern cell growth and division are tightly regulated. When the cells that comprise the tissues of our bodies lose the ability to properly regulate their growth and proliferation, cancer is the result. This introductory level course will
Science Mathematics and Computing

Introduction to the History of Western Art — AH2124.01

Fall 2014
Instructor: carol stakenas
Days & Time: TBA
Credits: 4
This survey course will provide an introductory exploration of the cultural, social, and political values of Western Europe and the Americas by tracing the development of visual culture. Our investigation will focus on aesthetics as well as patronage, art theory, and criticism in various historical periods – from Prehistoric Art through the Nineteenth Century. The course will
Visual Arts

Introduction to the Moving Image — FV2175.01

Fall 2014
Instructor: warren cockerham
Days & Time: TBA
Credits: 4
This course teaches techniques fundamental to the craft of moving image creation, including cinematography, lighting, sound recording, and editing. It also provides a conceptual framework for video as an art medium. Students will build individual technical skills while developing an aesthetic vocabulary based on medium-specific audiovisual qualities. Throughout the term we will
Visual Arts

Introduction to the Moving Image — FV2175.01

Spring 2015
Instructor: Warren Cockerham
Credits: 4
This course teaches techniques fundamental to the craft of moving image creation, including cinematography, lighting, sound recording, and editing. It also provides a conceptual framework for video as an art medium. Students will build individual technical skills while developing an aesthetic vocabulary based on medium-specific audiovisual qualities. Throughout the term we will
Visual Arts

Introduction to Vectorworks — DRA2309.02

Fall 2020
Instructor: Carly Rudzinski
Credits: 2
Drafting is the most essential piece of communication for theatrical production, so organization and clarity are essential. This course will introduce students to digital drafting in Vectorworks, including proper document organization, efficient drafting plate layout, and production of printable materials. We will also discuss determining scale from photographs, perspective
Drama

Introduction to Video — FV2303.02, section 2

Fall 2018
Instructor: Chelsea Knight
Credits: 4
This production course introduces students to the fundamentals of working in video and the language of film form. Drawing on the energy, intensity and criticality of avant-garde film and contemporary video art practices, students will complete a series of projects exploring dimensions of cinematography, mise-en-scène, editing and sound design before producing a final self
Visual Arts

Introduction to Video — FV2303.01

Fall 2025
Instructor: Jen Liu
Days & Time: TU 8:30am-12:10pm
Credits: 4

This production course introduces students to the fundamentals of working in video and the language of film form. Drawing on the energy, intensity and criticality of avant-garde film and contemporary video art practices, students will complete a series of projects exploring all basic aspects of film/video production (centered on DSLR cameras), such as cinematography, mise-en

Film and Video