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AGH 241 - Sports Turf Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Introduction to the variety of sports contests played on turfgrass fields. Students will study the sport, site selection and preparation, turfgrass species selection, establishment and maintenance of the field. Pre-competition practices of field layout along with post-competition practices of repair and field recovery will be discussed.
Prerequisite: AGH 146 or AGA 154 , AGH 147 , AGH 111
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AGH 245 - Golf Course & Sports Turf Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Introduction to the management of turfgrass played upon by a variety of sports contests. Students will study the sport, site selection and preparation, turf grass species selection, establishment and maintenance of the field. Pre-competition practices of field layout along with post-competition practices of repair and field recovery will be discussed.
Prerequisite: AGH 112
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AGH 251 - Insects and Diseases Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Identification of diseases and insects that frequently infest horticultural crops and plant materials. Structures, functions and life cycles of these pests will be studied with environmental conditions favoring development. Chemical, organic, biological and mechanical control methods will be presented. A collection will aid in the ID process.
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AGH 253 - Insects and Diseases Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Identification of pests that frequently infest horticulture crops will be covered in this course. Pest lifecycles and methods to disrupt pests will also be investigated.
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AGH 262 - Fruit and Vegetable Science Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
A study of tree fruits, small fruits and vegetable culture, including varietal selection, planting, pruning, fertilizing, disease and insect control programs.
Prerequisite: AGH 106 orBIO 104 or BIO 112 or BIO 135 or BIO 138 or BIO 145
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AGH 272 - Nursery Production I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Introduces the student to site selection, equipment and supplies with an introduction to field production, harvesting and marketing. Basic nursery and landscape skills will be developed on- and off-campus.
Prerequisite: AGH 106 or BIO 104 or BIO 112 or BIO 135 or BIO 138 or BIO 145
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AGH 276 - Greenhouse Production II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course covers the techniques used to produce Spring crops in a commercial greenhouse. Students will be responsible for the daily growing of a commercial greenhouse crop and its marketing. Field trips to commercial greenhouses are included in this course.
Prerequisite: AGH 132 and AGH 133
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AGH 281 - Arboriculture Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
A study of tree culture with emphasis on propagation, pruning, transplanting, pest control, urban environmental concerns and recognition of hazards and liabilities. Methods of evaluation of values also studied.
Prerequisite: AGH 106 or BIO 104 orBIO 112 or BIO 135 or BIO 138 or BIO 145
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AGH 283 - Pesticide Application Certific Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Types of chemicals will be identified and how to use and apply them properly will be studied. The safe handling of chemicals and calibration of spray equipment will be covered. Includes study of core manual and category for commercial pesticide license.
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AGH 291 - Hort. Business Operations Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is an overview of wholesale and direct-to-consumer horticulture businesses. Various methods of marketing, economic feasibility, roles of personnel and startup for horticulture businesses will be investigated.
Prerequisite: AGH 106
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AGH 296 - Commercial Landscape Industry Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course provides preparation for Iowa Certified Nursery Professional certification and provides an introduction to the commercial landscape industry. Students in this course must be a member of the Iowa Nursery and Landscape Association and attend the Iowa Shade Tree Short Course.
Prerequisite: AGH 120 , AGH 123 , and AGH 142
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AGH 805 - Horticulture Internship I Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 10
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Experience in a business setting related to the student’s career objective. Taken over a five-week period.
(This course is Pass/Fail).
Prerequisite: Must be in program major.
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AGH 815 - Horticulture Internship II Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 10
Course Type: Voc/Tech
An opportunity for the student to gain employment experience in their specialization. In many instances, they will continue as full-time employees upon completion of the program. Taken over a five-week period.
(This course is Pass/Fail).
Prerequisite: AGH 805
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AGH 912 - Current Topics in Hort. Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This is a capstone course for the Horticulture program. This course provides an overview of current and potential future trends in the green industry. Case studies will be investigated.
Prerequisite: AGH 106 or BIO 104 or BIO 112 or BIO 135 or BIO 138 or BIO 145
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Agriculture-Mechanics |
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AGM 336 - Alternative Energy in Ag Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is designed to acquaint students with alternative energy sources in agriculture and their impact on the industry. Major areas of study will include petroleum, ethanol, biodiesel, wind energy and second-generation fuel sources. Emphasis on application and selection, equipment operations, storage and handling procedures and federal regulations will be addressed.
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Agriculture-Precision Ag |
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AGP 333 - Precision Agriculture Appl. Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course is an introduction to the general principles of Precision Agriculture. Major topic areas will include Global Positioning Systems (GPS), yield mapping, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing equipment.
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Agriculture-Animal Science |
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AGS 113 - Survey of the Animal Industry Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
An analysis of the livestock industry with emphasis on reproduction, inheritance, performance testing, selection and marketing.
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AGS 222 - Aquaculture/Aquarium Sci I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
An exploration of aquaculture as it relates to public aquariums, aquatic research facilities and the commercial marine ornamental pet trade. A specific focus on the effects of husbandry, natural habitat mimicry and water quality will be implemented through laboratory exercises and facility site visits.
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AGS 225 - Swine Science Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
The practical application of technical information to life-cycle swine production, including production systems, breeding and genetics, herd health, housing, marketing, management and nutrition.
Required: Permission of Instructor or AGS 319 , AGS 113
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AGS 226 - Beef Cattle Science Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
The practical application of technical information to lifecycle beef production with emphasis on calf/cow production and feedlot management.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor or AGS 319 , AGS 113
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AGS 242 - Animal Health Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
A survey of diseases of large domestic animals, including discussion of causes, transmission, prevention and control.
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AGS 245 - Introduction to Animal Disease Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course covers the disease processes, primary and contributing causes, treatments and prevention of common medical and surgical diseases in domestic animals.
Prerequisite: AGV 120
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AGS 249 - Aquaculture/Aquarium Sci II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course continues the exploration of aquaculture as it relates to public aquariums, aquatic research facilities and the commercial marine ornamental pet trade. A specific focus on the breeding, spawning and rearing of ornamental marine fishes will be implemented through laboratory exercises and facility site visits. Live food culture and marine invertebrates aquaculture will be studied with hands-on experiences involving both jellyfish and live coral propagations.
Prerequisite: AGS 222
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AGS 319 - Animal Nutrition Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
The identification and study of feed ingredients, nutrients and additives. Determine feed requirements of various livestock classes. Ration balancing and feed formulations are computed.
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AGS 323 - Animal Nutrition II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
The practical application of feeding principles. An indepth study of the various nutrients, their requirements and uses. An analysis of research feeding trials, research procedures and manufacturing terminology.
Prerequisite: AGS 319
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Agriculture-Technology |
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AGT 120 - Agricultural Appl in Biotech Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will explore through discussion and laboratory demonstration the impact that biotechnology has in all agricultural applications. A variety of application techniques will be used in both the agronomic and animal science areas to provide students with an understanding of these significant developments and how they will be able to communicate more effectively with a customer base that utilizes the products being developed.
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Agriculture-Veterinary Technology |
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AGV 120 - Veterinary Medical Terminology Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Course covers the origins of common medical terms used in the veterinary field. Using analysis of the word parts, the student will be able to determine the definition of medical terminology.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the DMACC Veterinary Technology program
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AGV 124 - Intro to Veterinary Technology Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course introduces the basics of animal identification, husbandry, behavior, safety and healthcare to the student. Career opportunities in animal-related fields are explored. The student will also complete the American Red Cross Animal First Aid and CPR certification.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the DMACC Veterinary Technology program
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AGV 129 - Veterinary Physiology Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Physiology with a veterinary clinical emphasis. Provides the basis for study of confirmation, production and pathological processes of diseases of dogs, cats, horses, sheep, cattle, swine and laboratory animals.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the DMACC Veterinary Technology program
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AGV 133 - Veterinary Clinic Pathology I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course covers parasite identification and testing and various sample collection, procedures and interpretation for common diagnostic testing performed in the veterinary laboratory.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the DMACC Veterinary Technology program
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AGV 134 - Veterinary Clinic Pathology II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Continues Veterinary Clinical Pathology I with emphasis on common blood and urine tests performed in a veterinary laboratory.
Prerequisite: AGV 120 , AGV 124 , AGV 129 and AGV 133
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AGV 138 - Clinical Pathology Lab Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
A review of current clinical laboratory practices in veterinary pathology.
Prerequisite: AGV 134 , AGV 164 , AGV 172 and AGV 266
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AGV 139 - Intro Veterinary Pharmacology Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course covers U.S. medication laws and discusses the basic groups of pharmaceuticals and their use in veterinary medicine. This includes dosage calculations, proper labeling, storage, inventory control, recordkeeping and dispensing of medications.
Prerequisite: AGV 120 , AGV 124 , AGV 129 and AGV 133
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AGV 140 - Veterinary Pharmacology Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is designed to provide advanced knowledge in specific drug classification, usage and effects. This course will outline the technician’s role and responsibilities in the pharmacy with regards to regulation of drugs, categories of drugs, labeling prescriptions, controlled drug logs, legal use of drugs, client education, calculations, measurement and compliance with manufacturer recommendations.
Prerequisite: AGV 134 , AGV 139 , AGV 151 , AGV 166 , AGV 932
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AGV 151 - Intro Vet Tech Clinical Skills Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course introduces the student to the basics of radiology, anesthesia, surgical preparation, veterinary customer service, veterinary computer programs, veterinary recordkeeping and other skills students will use during their internship.
Prerequisite: AGV 120 , AGV 124 , AGV 129 and AGV 133
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AGV 160 - Anesthesia/Surgical Assistance Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is designed to introduce the student to the common surgical procedures performed in the veterinary clinic. Emphasis is placed on sanitation, patient observation, surgical preparation, assisting in anesthesia and postoperative patient management.
Prerequisite: AGV 164 , AGV 172 , AGV 266
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AGV 164 - Clinical Mgmt Domestic Species Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course covers the management and husbandry of animals housed in a hospital or shelter situation. Proper kennel cleaning and disinfection, recordkeeping, monitoring of health parameters, nutrition, bathing, administration of common medications and diagnostic sampling.
Prerequisite: AGV 134 , AGV 139 , AGV 151 , AGV 166 , AGV 932
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AGV 165 - Clin Mgmt Lab/Exotic Species Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is designed to introduce the common species, husbandry procedures and basic nutrition, restraint and handling, common diseases, diagnostic procedures and medications used in various laboratory and exotic pet settings.
Prerequisite: AGV 164 , AGV 172 , AGV 266
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AGV 166 - Veterinary Nursing Care Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Introduces the fundamentals of animal nursing, including common procedures, restraint, venipuncture techniques, medication or fluid adminsration. Emphasis will be placed on nursing care for the hospitalized patient.
Prerequisite: AGV 120 , AGV 124 , AGV 129 and AGV 133
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AGV 172 - Large Animal Medicine/Surgery Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is designed to introduce common species, husbandry and management procedures, proper restraint and handling, common procedures, medication, administration and surgical concerns for common species of domestic large animals.
Prerequisite: AGV 134 , AGV 139 , AGV 151 , AGV 166 , AGV 932
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AGV 182 - Diagnostic Imaging Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is designed to introduce the student to diagnostic imaging. Topics include safety, patient positioning techniques, processing of film, proper machine use, technique chart, quality control and standard diagnostic procedures. It will also introduce the student to digital radiography, ultrasound MRI, CT and nuclear technologies.
Prerequisite: AGV 134 , AGV 139 , AGV 151 , AGV 166 , and AGV 932
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AGV 238 - VTNE Review Course I Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will summarize learning within the Veterinary Technology program. The course will emphasize the connection between classroom learning and the practice of veterinary technology in the professional world. It will help to enhance the student’s preparation for the state and national veterinary technology examinations.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval
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AGV 266 - Adv Veterinary Nursing Care Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Continues Veterinary Nursing Care with emphasis on advanced veterinary nursing procedures.
Prerequisite: AGV 166 , AGV 134 , AGV 139 , AGV 151 , and AGV 932
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AGV 338 - VTNE Review Course II Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will continue to summarize learning within the Veterinary Technology program. The course will emphasize the connection between classroom learning and the practice of veterinary technology in the professional world. It will help to enhance the student’s preparation for the state and national veterinary technology examinations.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval
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AGV 920 - Spanish for the Veterinary Technician Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is designed to meet the needs of students of veterinary technology who will practice in an environment in which the use of Spanish for accurate client communication is essential. Students will acquire a working vocabulary of technical and clinical veterinary terms which will enable them to communicate professionally with Spanish speaking clients, farm managers, or other animal care givers. They will able to ascertain accurate client information and schedule appointments. They will identify the clients primary complaint, take a clinical or farm history which will allow them to correctly identify the animals disease condition. Finally they will accurately communicate prescribed treatments and follow up care with clients. Students will be provided resources for reference or further study in their species of interest.
Prerequisite: Three years of high school Spanish or two semesters of Elementary Spanish or Instructor Approval
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AGV 932 - Vet Technology Internship Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 20
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Internship experience within a veterinarian-related business with an emphasis on animal care procedures.
Prerequisite: AGV 134 , AGV 139 , AGV 151 and AGV 166
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Anthropology |
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ANT 100 - Introduction to Anthropology Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
This course is an introduction to the comparative study of humankind from biological and cultural perspectives. It surveys anthropological theory, methods and major findings regarding human origins and variations, cultural development and change, cultural systems and cross-cultural comparisons of people throughout the world.
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ANT 105 - Cultural Anthropology Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
The study of human cultures and their diversity. Students should develop some understanding not only of the differences that people all over the world experience in their lives and in their perceptions of others, but also those elements that are common to the human experience. This course will entail application of principles and theory to various aspects of field work. Completing Introduction to Anthropology would be helpful but it is not a requirement.
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ANT 110 - Faces of Culture Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
A television course in cultural anthropology that presents culture as the expression of human values, behavior and social organization existing in unique and varied forms throughout the world. The course focuses on culture as an adaptive mechanism that provides for the survival of the species.
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ANT 125 - Applications of Anthropology Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Applied anthropology uses anthropological and interdisciplinary theory and research to address social issues. This course introduces students to basic concepts in four-field anthropology, with an emphasis on cultural anthropology, and it provides an overview of major specializations and current research topics. Students will engage in primary, community-based research through a course project on a topic of choice within one applied specialty. Students in all programs of study at DMACC may benefit through better understanding of qualitative research processes, the broad array of social issues that applied anthropologists study, and the critical thinking and writing that are necessary to problem-solving and understanding of culture and society.
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: ANT 100 or ANT 105 or instructor approval
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ANT 140 - Culture & Env of Boreal Forest Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
The class is an intensive on-site, six-day course taking place in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA) of Superior National Forest in Northern Minnesota. BWCA is a designated wilderness area, accessible in the spring, summer and fall by nonmotored canoe or kayak only. Students will learn how the cultural groups residing there for the past 9,000 years have interacted with the local environment, discussing the environmental exploitation strategies of the various indigenous populations and the historic Euro-American groups in the Boreal Forest. The environment of the Boreal Forest will also be studied, encompassing geology, ecology, botany and zoology. The students will use wilderness minimal-impact camping skills and travel from 35 to 50 miles via canoe. Wilderness living skills and safe and effective canoeing techniques will be taught.
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ANT 150 - Global Issues-Local Perspec Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Examines a variety of ways in which global connections affect cultural groups. Introduces the concepts and historical backdrop needed to understand global processes with specific cases from anthropological research that illuminate ties between local effect and general changes. The concept of “culture” is explained from critical and historical perspectives, along with recent shifts in theorizing and applying anthropological knowledge. The uses of qualitative field research in studies of globalization are emphasized. Students conduct a small topic-focused research project to see how globalization affects local processes in Iowa.
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: ANT 100 or ANT 105 or instructor approval
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ANT 202 - Human Origins Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
This course provides an introduction to biological anthropology and archaeology. Human origins are examined through the study of the biological and cultural evolution of humans. Topics such as skeletal biology, human variation, genetics, primatology, paleoanthropology and archaeological research methods will be included.
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Apparel Merchandising |
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APP 101 - Sewing Basics Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is intended for the student with very little or no sewing experience who would like to learn the basics of sewing. The course includes construction of two or more simple garments and/or projects. Students are encouraged to provide their own sewing machine and are required to furnish their own sewing kit (straight pins, tape measure, pin cushion, hand sewing needles/sharps, seam ripper, small scissors for trimming, sewing gauge) as well as fabric and notions to complete projects.
(This course is Pass/Fail).
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APP 111 - Visual Merchandising & Design Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Focus will be learning design principles and design elements in visual merchandising and merchandise display. An emphasis is placed on planning and designing successful interior store or business displays and windows with the six components, as well as implementing all of the design principles.
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APP 211 - Textiles Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Focus will be on an application-oriented study of natural and manufactured fibers, yarns, fabric construction, printing and dyeing methods and finishes to determine the performance properties, quality and serviceability of fabrics in relation to end use.
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APP 230 - Fashion Coord & Promotion Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Focus is on researching, analyzing and forecasting fashion trends. Information on emerging fashion trends is communicated through a PowerPoint computer presentation. Use of this information results in the creation of a promotional plan to establish fashion leadership.
Prerequisite: APP 260
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APP 250 - Design Concepts Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Includes a study of the history of fashion design, the effective use of design principles and analysis of future fashion trends. New industry-based computer design software will be used to design contemporary fashion apparel for women, men or children.
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APP 260 - Fashion Analysis and Design Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Emphasis is placed on all phases of the apparel business planning process, including strategic planning, merchandise planning, creative planning, technical planning and production planning, as well as discussions of the various types of retailers that sell the apparel products to the consumer. Design elements and design principles are applied to apparel design analysis. Basic garment styles are studied. Fashion forecasting and sources of inspiration are discussed. Current trends are prepared by the student in a research project. Students will learn how to develop a successful group line. Designer history and concepts are researched and shared in a project prepared by the student. The wide variety of fashion-related careers is also covered in this course.
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APP 270 - Fashion Buying Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Fashion moves quickly so the buyer must be in tune with current trends and suppliers who can provide the best quality merchandise, delivery and pricing. Vendor analysis, open-to-buy and timing are studied, including the development of a six-month merchandise plan.
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APP 291 - Fashion Study Tour Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
The student will participate in a supervised study tour, location to be announced, in which a concentrated time will be spent touring a market center and researching a variety of fashion businesses from manufacturing and marketing to merchandising, promoting and selling apparel.
Prerequisite: APP 260
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Architectural Technologies |
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ARC 110 - Intro to Architectural CAD Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Practical application of the basic skills of architectural CAD involving the mechanics and necessary thought process. Projects will revolve around Architectural Drafting I projects.
Corequisite: with a C or better or Instructor Approval
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ARC 111 - Intermediate Arch 2D CAD Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This course will teach the more advanced level commands and skills used in Computer Aided Drafting for architectural documents, including industry standards and the industry thought process.
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: with a C or better or Instructor Approval.
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ARC 113 - Architectural Drafting I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This course focuses on fundamental drafting skills and how they are applied to the architectural drafting profession. The course presents current drafting standards and trends in the architectural industry. It emphasizes standardization and the necessary foundation of drafting training as well as implementation of a common approach to drafting.
Corequisite: with a C or better or Instructor Approval.
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ARC 114 - Architectural Drafting I Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 6
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Practical application of the basic skills of drafting involving the necessary thought processes. A complete set of residential drawings will be developed by hand-involving plans, elevations, sections and details.
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ARC 115 - Arch 3D Computer Modeling Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This course will teach the introductory skills used in 3D modeling for architectural visualization and communication.
Prerequisite: with a C or better or Instructor Approval.
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ARC 116 - Construction Estimating Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
An orderly process of accounting for the items involved in a construction project.
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ARC 123 - Arch Residential Drafting I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This course will apply practical application of the basic skills of drafting involving the mechanics and the necessary thought process in the development of residential construction documents.
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: with a C or better and with a C or better or Instructor Approval
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ARC 124 - Arch Residential Drafting II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This course will apply practical application of the basic skills of drafting involving the mechanics and the necessary thought process in the development of residential construction documents.
Prerequisite: with a C or better.
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: or Instructor Approval.
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ARC 127 - Architectural Drafting II Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 6
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will apply practical application of the basic skills of drafting involving the mechanics and the necessary thought processes.
Prerequisite: ARC 114 and CAD 119
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ARC 128 - Architectural Drafting III Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 6
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Students will develop drawing of a small commercial building using Building Information Modeling software.
Prerequisite: ARC 127
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ARC 133 - Commercial Architecture/BIM I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
The Building Information Modeling process is used to develop a small commercial building.
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: with a C or better and with a C or better or Instructor Approval.
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ARC 134 - Commercial Architecture/BIM II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Using the Building Information Modeling process to complete the development of a small commercial building.
Prerequisite: with a C or better or Instructor Approval.
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ARC 160 - Materials & Assemblies I Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
An introduction to building materials and assemblies through the Construction Specifications Institute’s MasterFormat accounting and management system.
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ARC 165 - Materials & Assemblies I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
An introduction to building materials and assemblies through the Construction Specifications Institute’s MasterFormat accounting and management system.
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ARC 167 - Materials & Assemblies II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
An introduction to building materials and assemblies through the Construction Specifications Institute’s MasterFormat accounting and management system.
Prerequisite: ARC 165
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ARC 169 - Materials & Assemblies III Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
An introduction to building materials and assemblies through the Construction Specifications Institute’s MasterFormat accounting and management system.
Prerequisite: ARC 167
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ARC 170 - Materials & Assemblies II Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
A deeper investigation into building materials and assemblies through the Construction Specification Institute’s MasterFormat accounting and management system.
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: with a C or better or Instructor Approval.
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ARC 172 - Materials & Assemblies III Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
A deeper investigation into building materials and assemblies through the Construction Specification Institute’s MasterFormat accounting and management system.
Prerequisite: with a C or better or Instructor Approval.
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ARC 173 - Materials & Assemblies IV Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
A deeper investigation into building materials and assemblies through the Construction Specification Institute’s MasterFormat accounting and management system.
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: with a C or better or Instructor Approval.
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ARC 180 - Building Codes Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
A look into building codes and their interpretation.
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ARC 181 - Construction Documents Tech Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
An investigation into the Construction Specification Institute’s Construction Documents Technologist certification material and examination.
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ARC 183 - Materials and Assemblies V Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
A conclusion to the investigation into building materials and assemblies through the Construction Specification Institute’s MasterFormat accounting and management system.
Prerequisite: with a C or better or Instructor Approval.
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ARC 187 - Contract Doc Tech I Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
A beginning investigation into the Construction Specification Institute’s “Contract Documents Technologist” certification material and examination.
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ARC 188 - Contract Doc Tech II Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Concluding the investigation into the Construction Specification Institute’s “Contract Documents Technologist” certification material and examination.
Prerequisite: with a C or better or Instructor Approval.
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ARC 190 - Presentation Graphics Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Exploration into architectural presentation graphics, schematics and finish presentation styles. Students will have an option of media to produce presentation graphics for their portfolios.
Prerequisite: with a C or better or instructor permission
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ARC 273 - Architectural Design Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Students design, develop, and document a residential project from initial conception to final design and documentation.
Prerequisite: with a C or better or Instructor Approval
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ART 101 - Art Appreciation Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
A general survey course that explores in chronological sequence many artists and their lives, styles and media. The student will use art to recognize global cultural diversity and connect to universal human experience as expressed through art.
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ART 102 - Arts for Elementary Education Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Designed for students in education and recreation to assist them with design, construction and planning for multi-art forms and materials for instructional situations.
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ART 133 - Drawing Lab Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
study of the tools and techniques necessary for entry-level visual arts in drawing. Emphasis on still life using gesture, contour, shape, plane, volume and value/tonal techniques. Basic drawing skills with pencil, charcoal and eraser are explored.
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ART 136 - Life Drawing Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Drawing and painting a live model. Emphasis on structure, movement and expression.
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ART 143 - Painting Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Acrylic painting with emphasis on still life, landscape and individual composition.
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ART 148 - Landscape Painting Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Landscape painting using any water-based media. Study of the elements of art to aid in composition and development of a personal painting style. Field trips will be required.
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ART 173 - Ceramics Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Comprehensive “hands-on” introductory experience working clay. The discovery “process” of finding one’s unique sense of touch is stressed. Fundamental techniques demonstrated in hand-building and wheel-throwing. Concepts in ceramic art discussed, connecting cultures, artists and contemporary objects.
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ART 174 - Ceramics II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Series of forms, individual help from a professional artist. Topics in ceramics: the “figure,” large-scale works, architectural terra-cotta restoration, outdoor claybodies, building slide portfolio, photographing work, shows and galleries. Kiln firing.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission
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ART 176 - Tilemaking Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Design and fabricate tiles for specific applications, while emphasizing critical processes of working with clay. Transforms two-dimensional drawings to pieces in three dimensions. Study new theories in “Visual Communication.”
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ART 184 - Principles of Photography Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Students will learn the basic principles of photography. Topics will include basic camera operation, film developing, darkroom techniques and special effects. The camera will become an instrument to explore and communicate ideas, goals and visions effectively.
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ART 186 - Principles Digital Photography Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Students will learn the basic principles of digital photography. Topics will include basic camera operation, composition, metering, computer tips and tricks and shooting tips and tricks. The digital camera in conjunction with the computer will become instruments to explore visual communication effectively. This course requires an SLR digital camera, minimum 5.0 megapixels, capable of interchangeable lenses.
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ART 189 - Commercial Photography 1 Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This course is designed for students who want to further enhance their photographic knowledge and abilities. It is an application of the skills learned in Digital Photography with an emphasis on professional jobs and assignments used in commercial photography. A portfolio from each
student is required by the end of the course.
Prerequisite: ART 292
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ART 190 - History of Photography Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Students will study the history, language and meaning of photography, including its evolving technology, notable contributors and reflection of our changing culture. Students will also learn about the social impact of photography as a news medium, the principles of photographic aesthetics and contemporary issues.
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