Apr 20, 2024  
2016-2017 Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • TPA 1210 - Stage Craft I


    3 credits
    This course is an introduction to the terminology, methods, tools and materials employed in stage lighting, sound and construction. This course combines lecture and demonstration in a lab setting to explore basic practices in theatrical production.

  
  • TPA 1290 - Fundamentals of Theatre Practice I


    4 credits
    This course presents instruction and practical experience in stagecraft, design, lighting, and costume in connection with college or professional productions.

    Note: This course may be repeated once for credit.
  
  • TPA 2291 - Fundamentals of Theatre Practice II


    4 credits
    This course presents instruction and practical experience in stagecraft, design, lighting, and costume in connection with college or professional productions.

    Note: This course may be repeated once for credit.
  
  • TPP 1110 - Acting I


    3 credits
    This course presents the principles and techniques of acting with production of selected scenes.

  
  • TPP 1111 - Acting II


    3 credits
    Prerequisites: TPP 1110 , or permission of the professor
    This course presents the principles and techniques of acting with production of selected scenes.

  
  • TPP 1606 - Playwriting


    3 credits
    Prerequisites:  THE 1000   Theatre Appreciation or THE 2100  Theatre History and Literature, with a grade of “C” or higher
    This course introduces the craft of playwriting through the exploration of process, playwriting styles, and techniques employed in the writing of dramatic texts. A one-act play of significant length and complexity will be the semester project.

  
  • TPP 2300 - Directing I


    3 credits
    Prerequisites: THE 1000    Theatre Appreciation or THE 2100  Theatre History and Literature, with a grade of “C” or higher
    This course is an introduction to directing for the stage with emphasis on script analysis as well as production concept and approach. It will also examine the processes of production management of both people and resources.

  
  • TRA 1410 - Introduction to Rail Freight Operations


    3 credits
    This is an introductory course in rail freight operations. Students examine the advantages and disadvantages of the movement of freight by rail, the organization and operation of rail lines, including the use of intermodal transfer facilities and on-dock rail. Topics include shipping documents, shipment tracking, management of human resources and equipment, and an overview of hazardous materials shipments and security issues.

  
  • TRA 1420 - Introduction to Trucking Operations


    3 credits
    This introductory course examines trucking operations and the transportation of goods and materials over roadways. U.S. Department of Transportation requirements, documents required for shipping, vehicle and shipment tracking, scheduling, management of equipment, just-in-time implications and integration with other transportation modes are covered topics. Hazardous materials shipments and security issues are also discussed.

  
  • TRA 1430 - Introduction to Port Freight Operations


    3 credits
    This introductory course in port freight operations covers how seaports and inland ports are organized and operate, how seaport freight is moved domestically and internationally, including the integration of port operations with other modes of transportation. Topics include break-bulk handling during loading, discharging, in-transit carriage, on-dock rail, harbor drayage, equipment and cargo management, and an overview of hazardous materials shipments and security.

  
  • TRA 2010 - Introduction to Transportation and Logistics


    3 credits
    This course explores the role and importance of transportation in the distribution of goods. It focuses on the infrastructure of the freight transportation system, modes of transportation, transportation regulations and related public policy. Topics include carrier cost structures, operating characteristics, and policy regulations regarding air, truck, rail, and sea transportation modes.

  
  • TRA 2402 - Intermodal Transportation Operations


    3 credits
    Prerequisites: TRA 2010   Introduction to Transportation and Logistics
    This course explores the fundamental elements necessary to plan, implement and control efficient and market-responsive integrated transportation systems. Topics include strategic, operational, and project management roles of transportation in supply chains. Emphasis is placed on services pricing, carrier selection, equipment and shipment planning, intermodal operations, financial/budgetary constraints, security and distribution services.

  
  • TSL 4080 - Second Language Acquisition and Culture-(I)


    3 credits
    Prerequisites: Admission into the Bachelor of Science in Education program or special permission from the Dean of the School of Education; and prior to enrolling in any upper level course (course number beginning with a 3 or 4), students must complete the following courses with a grade of “C” or better: ENC 1101 , ENC 1102 , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic dean.
    Required: 15 hours of field experience in a K-12 classroom setting

    This course is designed to prepare teacher candidates with the foundational knowledge of applied linguistics and cross-cultural communication so that they can effectively teach English Language Learners (ELLs) and culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) students in K-12 settings. The course will provide teacher candidates with an overview of the history of U.S. language policy, legislation and The Florida Consent Decree. Teacher candidates will examine cultural and cross-cultural communication with regard to ELL students and stakeholders. Teacher candidates will also study language principles, the structure of the English language, the nature of first (L1) and second (L2) language acquisition, major L1 and L2 acquisition theories, and effective strategies for promoting language development in K-12 settings. This course requires fifteen (15) hours of field experience in a K-12 classroom setting.

    (I) International or diversity focus
  
  • TSL 4140 - ESOL Methods, Curriculum and Assessment


    3 credits
    Prerequisites: Admission into the Bachelor of Science in Education program or special permission from the Dean of the School of Education; and prior to enrolling in any upper level course (course number beginning with a 3 or 4), students must complete the following courses with a grade of “C” or better: ENC 1101 , ENC 1102 , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic dean.
    Required: 15 hours of field experience in a K-12 classroom setting

    This course will build on the teacher candidates’ knowledge of applied linguistics and cross-cultural communication and extend their understanding of the nature and role of language and culture in classrooms. This course will prepare teacher candidates to plan for, instruct, and assess English Language Learners (ELLs) in K-12 settings. The teacher candidates will examine research-based strategies for supporting English language development as well as promoting comprehension and acquisition of grade level content. Curriculum development and assessment activities will be tied to content, language, and literacy goals for ELLs. This course requires fifteen (15) hours of field experience in a K-12 classroom setting.

  
  • WOH 1012 - History of World Civilization to 1500- (I)


    3 credits
    Prerequisites: SB 1720 Testing Exemption or Testing into ENC 1101 ; or completion of {(ENC 0025 and REA 0017) or (ENC 0022  and REA 0019  )} with a “C” or higher; or EAP 1620  and EAP 1640  with a “C” or higher; or an eligible testing/course completion combination
    Required: Writing intensive-a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student

    This course is a compact survey of the evolution of civilization from early times to 1500. All major areas and countries are included. Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, India, China, Japan, and North, Central and South America receive appropriate emphasis. The major focus will be on the political, economic, and social views of the world. This course is termed a writing intensive course and requires a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student, including a minimum of three graded assignments over the duration of the course. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to complete part of the writing intensive course requirements.

    (I) International or diversity focus
  
  • WOH 1023 - History of World Civilization 1500 to 1815- (I)


    3 credits
    Prerequisites: SB 1720 Testing Exemption or Testing into ENC 1101 ; or completion of {(ENC 0025 and REA 0017) or (ENC 0022  and REA 0019  )} with a “C” or higher; or EAP 1620  and EAP 1640  with a “C” or higher; or an eligible testing/course completion combination
    Required: Writing intensive-a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student

    This course is a survey of the history of the world from 1500 to 1815. This course emphasizes the political, economic, social, and intellectual aspects of world history during this period. Subjects include European exploration and colonization; the emergence of the nation-state; great modern revolutions; the Enlightenment; the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Era. This course is termed a writing intensive course and requires a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student, including a minimum of three graded assignments over the duration of the course. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to complete part of the writing intensive course requirements.

    (I) International or diversity focus
  
  • WOH 1030 - History of World Civilization 1815 to Present- (I)


    3 credits
    Prerequisites: SB 1720 Testing Exemption or Testing into ENC 1101 ; or completion of {(ENC 0025 and REA 0017) or (ENC 0022  and REA 0019  )} with a “C” or higher; or EAP 1620  and EAP 1640  with a “C” or higher; or an eligible testing/course completion combination
    Required: Writing intensive-a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student

    A survey including modern revolutions; the Industrial Revolution; Imperialism; the Indian, Far Eastern, and African backgrounds and political developments; the rise of Latin America; two World Wars and their results; modern nationalism and the decline of colonialism. The political, economic, social, and intellectual views of the world will be emphasized. This course is termed a writing intensive course and requires a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student, including a minimum of three graded assignments over the duration of the course. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to complete part of the writing intensive course requirements.

    (I) International or diversity focus
  
  • XXX 2910 - Undergraduate Research (Variable Prefix)


    1-3 credits
    This course is intended to guide undergraduate students from all disciplines through the stages of writing a proposal for their research option project and subsequent thesis. Because the course will enroll students from different disciplines, they will also become acquainted with research topics, ways of framing arguments, and making points outside their fields of study, which will help them develop a more interdisciplinary perspective. Note: The course prefix will vary according to the appropriate discipline.

 

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