2020-2021 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Offerings
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Physical Therapy Transitional |
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PTT 703 - Scientific Inquiry in Physical Therapy
Prerequisite, admission to the transitional DPT program (bachelor degree entry only). This course will be taken by TDPT students whose highest degree is the BS in PT. It focuses on developing the skills needed to understand and reproduce the scientific inquiry process utilizing human subjects and patient/clients or post-hoc documentation. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PTT 710 - Diagnostic Imaging
Prerequisites, transitional DPT program, Physical Therapy licensure in the United States. This course will familiarize the DPT student with clinical interpretation of orthopedic imaging including plain film x-ray, magnetic resonance and computerized tomography films. Selection protocols will be discussed to acquaint the student with advantages and disadvantages of each method and what type of information each technique best presents. This course will focus on the clinical interpretation and integration of imaging data into rehabilitation regimen design, outcome assessment and communication with other medical professionals. This course is an online/onsite hybrid lecture and seminar course with most of the information covered online. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PTT 711 - Applied Pharmacology
Prerequisite, transitional DPT program. This course provides the foundational understanding of pharmacology for physical therapists to provide optimal patient management to patients who are taking prescription and non-prescription medications. The general principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics are presented as well as the mechanism of action of common groups of medications that influence the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary and integumentary systems. This course is an online/onsite hybrid lecture and seminar course with most of the information covered online. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PTT 720 - Medical Systems Screening
Prerequisites, PTT 725 , transitional DPT program, or consent of instructor. This course is designed to prepare the transitional DPT student to complete screening examinations for clients/patients through the lifespan. The screening goal is to determine the need for prevention services, further examination by a physical therapist, or referral to another practitioner. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PTT 721 - Advanced Practice Management and Differential Diagnosis: Orthopedics
Prerequisites, PTT 711 , PTT 720 , transitional DPT program, or consent of instructor. This course is an online/onsite hybrid lecture and laboratory course focusing on developing effective patient/client management skills for patients with musculoskeletal complaints. The students evaluate evidence and new concepts through readings, online lectures, and discussions, including the clinical reasoning for applying concepts to the plan of care, interventions and outcomes. Laboratory skills for patient tests, measures, and intervention are covered in the onsite component. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PTT 722 - Advanced Practice Management and Differential Diagnosis: Neurological
Prerequisites, PTT 711 , PTT 720 , transitional DPT program, or consent of instructor. This course is an online/onsite hybrid lecture and laboratory course focusing on developing effective patient/client management skills for patients with neurological insults. The students evaluate evidence and new concepts through readings, online lectures, and discussions, including the clinical reasoning for applying concepts to the plan of care, interventions and outcomes. Laboratory skills for patient tests, measures, and intervention are covered in the onsite component. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PTT 723 - Advanced Practice Management and Differential Diagnosis: Cardiopulmonary
Prerequisite, transitional DPT program, or consent of instructor. This course is an online/onsite hybrid lecture and laboratory course focusing on developing effective patient/client management skills for patients with cardiopulmonary findings. The students evaluate evidence and new concepts through readings, online lectures, and discussions, including the clinical reasoning for applying concepts to the plan of care, interventions and outcomes. Laboratory skills for patient tests, measures, and intervention are covered in the onsite component. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PTT 725 - Pathological Basis of Disease in Physical Therapy Practice
Prerequisite, transitional DPT program. This course will examine human pathology. Specific areas for this course include an introduction to the general response to injury, wound healing and healing complications, pain mechanisms, immunity and autoimmune disorders. This course is an online/onsite hybrid lecture and seminar course with most of the information covered online. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PTT 742 - Geriatric and Integumentary Management and DDx
Prerequisites, admission to the transitional DPT program, PTT 702 , PTT 720 , PTT 725 . This online/onsite hybrid course combines online lecture and onsite laboratory material to investigate the normal aging process, common pathologies, functional assessments, quality of life issues, culture, ageism, and emergency care of the elderly population. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PTT 747 - Pediatric Practice Management and Differential DX
Prerequisites, admission to the transitional DPT program, PTT 702 , PTT 720 , PTT 725 . This online/onsite hybrid course combines online lecture and onsite laboratory material for management of pediatric patient/clients in all practice settings. Patient examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, plan of care, intervention, and assessment will be discussed in relation to commonly encountered pediatric diagnoses. Environmental, cultural, legislative, and legal issues that affect the delivery of care are explored. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PTT 748 - Wellness and Complementary Medicine
Prerequisites, PT 711 , PT 720 , PT 723 , transitional DPT program, or consent of instructor. This course is an online/onsite hybrid lecture and laboratory course which prepares post professional physical therapy students to incorporate knowledge of nutrition, wellness, and alternative health care approaches into the delivery of excellent patient care. Students will integrate information related to diet, nutrition, and wellness behavior into comprehensive physical therapy and wellness plans for patients in all likely settings. In addition, students will become familiar with commonly encountered “alternative” or “complementary” medicine approaches emphasizing scientific evidence. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PTT 775 - Ethics and Professionalism in Physical Therapy
Prerequisites, transitional DPT major. This elective course is an online overview of basic ethical principles including, but not limited to, autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, veracity, and justice. In addition, core values and resultant professional behavior for the DPT are defined. Dilemmas frequently encountered in physical therapy in both clinical and research settings are integrated into the course content. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PTT 782 - Business Administration in Physical Therapy
Prerequisite, transitional DPT major, or consent of instructor. This elective course addresses current and future issues related to the administration of physical therapy practices and prepares students for leadership roles. Students examine the business requirements and management issues and apply them to 1 or more practice settings. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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Physician Assistant |
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PAS 500 - Principles of Medical Science
Prerequisite, physician assistant studies major. This course is designed to provide the core foundation for physiology and evaluation of disease. Coursework gives an organ-based overview of human physiology with clinical applications. The course serves as an introduction to understanding disease epidemiology and etiology, and provide an introduction to basic laboratory and diagnostic studies. Letter grade. (Offered spring trimester.) 4 credits
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PAS 501 - History and Physical Diagnosis
Prerequisite, physician assistant studies major. Corequisite, PAS 501L . This course prepares students for their clinical role in patient-centered care. It introduces the fundamental physical examination techniques, documentation requirements, and communication skills necessary to conduct age-appropriate, culturally sensitive histories and physicals on a variety of patients across the life span. This is a lecture course taken concurrently with the lab course, and will incorporate textbooks readings, lectures, videos, small group demonstrations, and hands-on practice sessions. Students practice history-taking and non-sensitive physical examination techniques on each other. This course emphasizes normal history and physical exam findings and prepare students for the problem-focused exams they will learn and practice in the clinical medicine modules. Letter grade. (Offered spring trimester.) 3 credits
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PAS 501L - History and Physical Diagnosis Lab
Prerequisite, physician assistant studies major. Corequisite, PAS 501 . This course will prepare students for their clinical role in patient-centered care. It will introduce the fundamental physical examination techniques, documentation requirements, and communication skills necessary to conduct age-appropriate, culturally sensitive histories and physicals on a variety of patients across the life span. This is a dedicated lab course to provide hands-on practice sessions to reinforce, master, and assess techniques introduced in PAS 501 lecture. Students will practice history-taking and non-sensitive physical examination techniques on each other. This course will emphasize normal history and physical exam findings and prepare students for the problem-focused exams they will learn and practice in the clinical medicine modules. Letter grade with Pass/No Pass option. (Offered spring trimester.) 1 credit
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PAS 502 - Human Anatomy
Prerequisite, physician assistant studies major. Corequisite, PAS 502L . This is a one semester course with a focus on the study of functional and applied human anatomy to clinical practice. Clinical and surgical correlations are made from a diagnostic, as well as, an operative point of view when applicable. Clinically relevant cases are used for lecture and lab-based instruction utilizing textbooks, atlases, models, and computer-based programs. Letter grade. (Offered spring trimester.) 4 credits
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PAS 502L - Human Anatomy Lab
Prerequisite, physician assistant studies major. Corequisite, PAS 502 . This is a one semester course with a focus on the study of functional and applied human anatomy to clinical practice. Each topic utilizes lab experiences to include prosected human cadaver specimens, clinically relevant cases, models and the anatomy dry lab. Clinical and surgical correlations are made from a diagnostic, as well as, an operative point of view when applicable. This class is lab-based and utilizes instruction with textbooks, atlases, and computer-based program in addition to the resources above. Letter grade with Pass/No Pass option. (Offered spring trimester.) 1 credit
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PAS 503 - Evidence Based Medicine
Prerequisite, physician assistant studies major. This course introduces the clinical research process and the concept of evidence-based medicine, with its relationship to evidence-based practice. Topics will include fundamental epidemiologic concepts, research strategies including the literature search, and evaluation of the evidence. This course will engage students in active learning activities and incorporate lectures, class discussions, journal reading, case studies, and small group activities. Letter grade. (Offered spring trimester.) 2 credits
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PAS 504 - Pharmacology
Prerequisite, physician assistant studies major. This course provides PA students with an introduction and foundation in pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, pharmacogenetics, drug actions, and interactions. This organ-based course develops knowledge in pharmacy to understand disease management and therapy in multiple care settings. This course utilizes lectures and case-based scenarios to develop critical thinking. Letter grade. (Offered spring trimester.) 4 credits
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PAS 505 - Inter-Professional Education
Prerequisite, physician assistant studies major. This course engages students in interprofessional experiences utilizing a combination of lectures, guest speakers, and case-based scenarios. The course utilizes the 4 core competencies used for Interprofessional Collaborative Practice as a guide to incorporating interprofessional collaboration into daily practice to improve upon patient outcomes in practice. Letter grade. (Offered spring trimester.) 1 credit
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PAS 506 - PA Professional Practice I
Prerequisite, physician assistant studies major. This is the first of a 2-course series that provides students an overview of the PA profession. This course explores the future roles and trends of the PA in practice. Students are provided up to date information on PA education, credentialing, accreditation, certification and state licensure processes. Students learn strategies for effective communication in various professional situations. The course uses lecture, class discussions, readings, and case-based studies. Letter grade. (Offered spring trimester.) 1 credit
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PAS 507 - EENT
Prerequisite, physician assistant studies major. This is an organ systems-based module utilizing a combination of lectures, case-based scenarios and clinical lab experiences to cover the pathophysiology, history/physical examination skills, diagnostic studies, medical procedures, pharmacology, and clinical medicine involving the eyes, ears, nose, and throat (EENT). Letter grade. (Offered spring trimester.) 3 credits
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PAS 510 - Cardiology
Prerequisites, PAS 500 , PAS 501 , PAS 501L , PAS 502 , PAS 502L , PAS 503 , PAS 504 , PAS 505 , PAS 506 , PAS 507 with GPA 3.0 or greater during the first trimester, physician assistant studies major. This is an organ systems-based module utilizing a combination of lectures, case-based scenarios and clinical lab experiences to cover the pathophysiology, history/physical examination skills, diagnostic studies, medical procedures, pharmacology, and clinical medicine involving the cardiac system. Letter grade. (Offered summer trimester.) 4 credits
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PAS 511 - Pulmonology
Prerequisites, PAS 500 , PAS 501 , PAS 501L , PAS 502 , PAS 502L , PAS 503 , PAS 504 , PAS 505 , PAS 506 , PAS 507 with a GPA of 3.0 or greater during the first trimester, physician assistant studies major. This is an organ systems-based module utilizing a combination of lectures, case-based scenarios and clinical lab experiences to cover the pathophysiology, history/physical examination skills, diagnostic studies, medical procedures, pharmacology, and clinical medicine involving the pulmonary system. (Offered summer.) 4 credits
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PAS 512 - Gastroenterology
Prerequisites, PAS 500 , PAS 501 , PAS 501L , PAS 502 , PAS 502L , PAS 503 , PAS 504 , PAS 505 , PAS 506 , PAS 507 with GPA 3.0 or greater during the first trimester, physician assistant studies major. This is an organ systems-based module utilizing a combination of lectures, case-based scenarios and clinical lab experiences to cover the pathophysiology, history/physical examination skills, diagnostic studies, medical procedures, pharmacology, and clinical medicine involving the gastrointestinal system. (Offered summer.) 3 credits
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PAS 513 - Genitourinary
Prerequisites, PAS 500 , PAS 501 , PAS 501L , PAS 502 , PAS 502L , PAS 503 , PAS 504 , PAS 505 , PAS 506 , PAS 507 with GPA 3.0 or greater during the first trimester, physician assistant studies major. This is an organ systems-based module utilizing a combination of lectures, case-based scenarios and clinical lab experiences to cover the pathophysiology, history/physical examination skills, diagnostic studies, medical procedures, pharmacology, and clinical medicine involving the renal and genitourinary system. (Offered summer.) 3 credits
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PAS 514 - Endocrinology
Prerequisites, PAS 500 , PAS 501 , PAS 501L , PAS 502 , PAS 502L , PAS 503 , PAS 504 , PAS 505 , PAS 506 , PAS 507 with GPA 3.0 or greater during the first trimester, physician assistant studies major. This is an organ systems-based module utilizing a combination of lectures, case-based scenarios and clinical lab experiences to cover the pathophysiology, history/physical examination skills, diagnostic studies, medical procedures, pharmacology, and clinical medicine involving the endocrine system. (Offered summer.) 2 credits
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PAS 515 - Hematology
Prerequisites, PAS 500 , PAS 501 , PAS 501L , PAS 502 , PAS 502L , PAS 503 , PAS 504 , PAS 505 , PAS 506 , PAS 507 with GPA 3.0 or greater during the first trimester, physician assistant studies major. This is an organ systems-based module utilizing a combination of lectures, case-based scenarios and clinical lab experiences to cover the pathophysiology, history/physical examination skills, diagnostic studies, medical procedures, pharmacology, and clinical medicine involving the hematologic system. (Offered summer.) 1 credit
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PAS 516 - PA Professional Practice II
Prerequisites, PAS 510 , PAS 511 , PAS 512 , PAS 513 , PAS 514 , PAS 515 , PAS 517 , PAS 518 , PAS 531 with GPA 3.0 or greater during the second trimester, physician assistant studies major. This course discusses the concepts of Professionalism, Practice-Based Learning and Improvement and System Based Practice. Students begin to understand health care delivery systems and health policy, concepts of public health, patient safety, quality improvement, prevention of medical errors, and risk management. The course uses active learning activities in lecture, class discussions, readings, and case-based studies. Letter grade. (Offered fall trimester.) 2 credits
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PAS 517 - Dermatology
Prerequisites, PAS 500 , PAS 501 , PAS 501L , PAS 502 , PAS 502L , PAS 503 , PAS 504 , PAS 505 , PAS 506 , PAS 507 with GPA 3.0 or greater during the first trimester, physician assistant studies major. This is an organ systems-based module utilizing a combination of lectures, case-based scenarios and clinical lab experiences to cover the pathophysiology, history/physical examination skills, diagnostic studies, medical procedures, pharmacology, and clinical medicine involving the dermatologic system. (Offered summer.) 2 credits
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PAS 518 - Mental and Behavioral Health
Prerequisites, PAS 500 , PAS 501 , PAS 501L , PAS 502 , PAS 502L , PAS 503 , PAS 504 , PAS 505 , PAS 506 , PAS 507 with GPA 3.0 or greater during the first trimester, physician assistant studies major. This is an organ systems-based module utilizing a combination of lectures, case-based scenarios and clinical lab experiences to cover the pathophysiology, history/physical examination skills, diagnostic studies, medical procedures, pharmacology, and clinical medicine for mental and behavioral health. (Offered summer.) 2 credits
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PAS 520 - Emergency Medicine
Prerequisites, PAS 510 , PAS 511 , PAS 512 , PAS 513 , PAS 514 , PAS 515 , PAS 517 , PAS 518 , PAS 531 with a GPA of 3.0 or greater during the second trimester, physician assistant studies major. The course reviews multi-organ anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, history/physical examination skills, diagnostic studies, procedures, and pharmacology as pertains to patients presenting in the emergency department. This module emphasizes stabilization and management of patients with emergent conditions. The course utilizes lectures, case-based learning, and interprofessional clinical lab experiences to develop critical and collaborative thinking in emergency settings. Letter grade. (Offered fall trimester.) 2 credits
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PAS 521 - Clinical Skills
Prerequisites, PAS 510 , PAS 511 , PAS 512 , PAS 513 , PAS 514 , PAS 515 , PAS 517 , PAS 518 , PAS 531 with a GPA of 3.0 or greater during the second trimester, physician assistant studies major. Corequisite, PAS 521L . A comprehensive approach to direct patient intervention. Students gain experience in patient interview and education skills, charting, coding, and understanding the management of disease with the use of clinical procedures. This course utilizes lectures, videos, and hands-on demonstrations. Letter grade. (Offered fall trimester.) 2 credits
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PAS 521L - Clinical Skills Lab
Prerequisite, physician assistant studies major. Corequisite, PAS 521 . This course provides a hands-on environment for students to apply and practice the clinical skills reviewed in lecture using a variety of simulation equipment and patient situations. Letter grade with Pass/No Pass option. (Offered fall trimester.) 1 credit
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PAS 522 - Neurology
Prerequisites, PAS 510 , PAS 511 , PAS 512 , PAS 513 , PAS 514 , PAS 515 , PAS 516 , PAS 517 , PAS 518 , PT 531 with a GPA of 3.0 or greater during the second trimester, physician assistant studies major. This is an organ systems-based module utilizing a combination of lectures, case-based scenarios and clinical lab experiences to cover the pathophysiology, history/physical examination skills, diagnostic studies, medical procedures, pharmacology, and clinical medicine for the neurologic system. Letter grade. (Offered fall trimester.) 2 credits
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PAS 523 - Orthopedics/Rheumatology
Prerequisites, PAS 500 , PAS 501 , PAS 501L , PAS 502 , PAS 502L , PAS 503 , PAS 504 , PAS 505 , PAS 506 , PAS 507 , with a GPA of 3.0 or greater during the first trimester, physician assistant studies major. This is an organ systems-based module utilizing a combination of lectures, case-based scenarios and clinical lab experiences to cover the pathophysiology, history/physical examination skills, diagnostic studies, medical procedures, pharmacology, and clinical medicine for the musculoskeletal system. Letter grade. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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PAS 524 - Women’s Health
Prerequisites, PAS 510 , PAS 511 , PAS 512 , PAS 513 , PAS 514 , PAS 515 , PAS 517 , PAS 518 , PAS 531 with a GPA of 3.0 or greater during the second trimester, physician assistant studies major. This is an organ systems-based module utilizing a combination of lectures, case-based scenarios and clinical lab experiences to cover the pathophysiology, history/physical examination skills, diagnostic studies, medical procedures, pharmacology, and clinical medicine for women’s health. Letter grade. (Offered fall trimester.) 3 credits
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PAS 525 - Ethics in PA Practice
Prerequisites, PAS 510 , PAS 511 , PAS 512 , PAS 513 , PAS 514 , PAS 515 , PAS 517 , PAS 518 , PAS 531 with a GPA of 3.0 or greater during the second trimester, physician assistant studies major. This ethics course provides an overview of basic ethical principles relevant to the patient-provider role. It includes dilemmas frequently encountered in health care (clinical, research and administration) and is integrated with the important legal aspects related to medical ethics across diverse backgrounds and the lifespan. The course is conducted using problem and case-based activities with a focus on critical thinking and inquiry. Letter grade. (Offered fall trimester.) 2 credits
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PAS 526 - ID and Immunology
Prerequisites, PAS 510 , PAS 511 , PAS 512 , PAS 513 , PAS 514 , PAS 515 , PAS 517 , PAS 518 , PAS 531 with a GPA of 3.0 or greater during the second trimester, physician assistant studies major. The course reviews infectious disease (ID) and immunologically-related anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, history/physical examination skills, diagnostic studies, procedures, and pharmacology. Emphasis is on developing a differential-diagnoses, work-up, and management plan for common infectious and immunologic conditions. The course utilizes lectures, clinical case studies, and small group activities to promote clinical reasoning. Letter grade. (Offered fall trimester.) 2 credits
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PAS 527 - Pediatrics
Prerequisites, PAS 510 , PAS 511 , PAS 512 , PAS 513 , PAS 514 , PAS 515 , PAS 517 , PAS 518 , PAS 531 with a GPA of 3.0 or greater during the second trimester, physician assistant studies major. his course provides a comprehensive approach to pediatric medicine. Pediatric health maintenance is discussed, along with newborn care. Commonly encountered pediatric medical conditions across primary care and pediatric subspecialties are adressed, including relevant anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, epidemiology, signs and symptoms, diagnostic evaluation and management plans. The course utilizes lectures and case-based learning to develop critical thinking for the module. Letter grade. (Offered fall trimester.) 2 credits
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PAS 528 - Geriatrics
Prerequisites, PAS 510 , PAS 511 , PAS 512 , PAS 513 , PAS 514 , PAS 515 , PAS 517 , PAS 518 , PAS 531 with a GPA of 3.0 or greater during the second trimester, physician assistant studies major. The course reviews geriatric-related anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, history/physical examination skills, diagnostic studies, procedures, and pharmacology. Emphasis is on developing a differential-diagnoses, work-up, and management plan for common geriatric conditions. The course utilizes lectures, clinical case studies, and small group activities to promote clinical reasoning. Letter grade. (Offered fall trimester.) 2 credits
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PAS 530 - Fundamentals of Surgery
Prerequisites, PAS 510 , PAS 511 , PAS 512 , PAS 513 , PAS 514 , PAS 515 , PAS 516 , PAS 517 , PAS 518 , PAS 531 with a GPA of 3.0 or greater during the second trimester, physician assistant studies major. A comprehensive approach to learning surgery and inpatient medicine. The course covers surgical disease related anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, history/physical examination skills, diagnostic studies, procedures, and pharmacology. This progresses to the clinical management of the surgical patient. It includes lab time developing the clinical skills on sterile technique, suturing and gowning/gloving. This course includes pre-operative evaluation, peri-and post-operative tenants of care for the surgical patient. The course utilizes lectures, case based scenarios, and faculty driven clinical lab experiences to develop critical thinking for the module. Letter grade. (Offered fall trimester.) 2 credits
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PAS 531 - Research Methods and Design
Prerequisites, PAS 500 , PAS 501 , PAS 501L , PAS 502 , PAS 502L , PAS 503 , PAS 504 , PAS 505 , PAS 506 , PAS 507 with a GPA of 3.0 or greater during the first trimester, physician assistant studies major. Instruction in research methods and application to the clinical setting with a focus on general medical and public health topics. Basic concepts of epidemiology and statistics as related to evidence-based medical practice. Critical appraisal of published clinical research reports to identify strengths and weaknesses in study design, data presentation and conclusions. Regulatory compliance overview for human subject research. Application of knowledge and skills gained will lead the student to successfully complete the “Capstone” Graduate Project courses (PAS 697 and PAS 698 ). (Offered summer.) 1 credit
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PAS 601 - Family Medicine
Prerequisites, completion of all first-year courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better, physician assistant studies major. This course consists of supervised clinical practice experiences (SCPE) in an outpatient Family Medicine setting. The course combines supervised clinical practice experiences with didactic sessions during call back days at the end of the course. Letter grade. (Offered every trimester.) 5 credits
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PAS 602 - Internal Medicine - Inpatient
Prerequisites, completion of all first-year courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better, physician assistant studies major. This course consists of supervised clinical practice experiences (SCPE) in an inpatient setting, with a focus on commonly encountered clinical conditions, procedures, and health management systems. The course combines supervised clinical practice experiences with didactic sessions during call back days at the end of the course. Letter grade. (Offered every trimester.) 5 credits
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PAS 603 - Internal Medicine - Outpatient
Prerequisites, completion of all first-year courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better, physician assistant studies major. This course consists of supervised clinical practice experiences (SCPE) in an outpatient setting, with a focus on clinical conditions, procedures, and health management systems commonly encountered in internal medicine. The course combines supervised clinical practice experiences with didactic sessions during call back days at the end of the course. Letter grade. (Offered every trimester.) 5 credits
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PAS 604 - Women’s Health and OB-GYN
Prerequisites, completion of all first-year courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better, physician assistant studies major. This course consists of supervised clinical practice experiences (SCPE) in outpatient and some inpatient settings, with a focus on women’s health issues. The course combines supervised clinical practice experiences with didactic sessions during call back days at the end of the course. Letter grade. (Offered every trimester.) 5 credits
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PAS 605 - Emergency Medicine
Prerequisites, completion of all first-year courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better, physician assistant studies major. This course consists of supervised clinical practice experiences (SCPE) where students are assigned to an emergency department that will focus on a variety of conditions commonly encountered in emergency medicine. The course combines supervised clinical practice experiences with didactic sessions during call back days at the end of the course. Letter grade. (Offered every trimester.) 5 credits
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PAS 606 - General Surgery
Prerequisites, completion of all first-year courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better, physician assistant studies major. This course consists of supervised clinical practice experiences (SCPE) in a perioperative/surgical setting, with a focus on medical conditions, surgical procedures, and health management systems commonly encountered in general surgery practice. The course combines clinical experiences with didactic sessions during call back days at the end of the course. Letter grade. (Offered every trimester.) 5 credits
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PAS 607 - Mental and Behavior Health
Prerequisites, completion of all first-year courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better, physician assistant studies major. This course consists of supervised clinical practice experiences (SCPE) in a variety of outpatient, inpatient, and clinical settings, with a focus on mental and behavioral health conditions commonly encountered in psychiatry. The course combines supervised clinical practice experiences with didactic sessions during call back days at the end of the course. Letter grade. (Offered every trimester.) 5 credits
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PAS 608 - Pediatrics
Prerequisites, completion of all first-year courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better, physician assistant studies major. This course consists of supervised clinical practice experiences (SCPE) in outpatient settings, with a focus on commonly encountered pediatric health issues. The course combines supervised clinical practice experiences with didactic sessions during callback days at the end of the course. Letter grade. (Offered every trimester.) 5 credits
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PAS 609 - Elective
Prerequisites, completion of all first-year courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better, physician assistant studies major. This course consists of supervised clinical practice experiences (SCPE) where students are assigned to a specific clinical setting that will focus on a variety of conditions commonly encountered in their chosen field. The course combines supervised clinical practice experiences with didactic sessions during call back days at the end of the course. Letter grade. (Offered every trimester.) 5 credits
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PAS 697 - Graduate Project I
Prerequisites, PAS 510 , PAS 511 , PAS 512 , PAS 513 , PAS 514 , PAS 515 , PAS 516 , PAS 517 , PAS 518 , PAS 531 with a GPA of 3.0 or greater during the second trimester, physician assistant studies major. Graduate Project I prepares the graduate candidate for the development of a project related to the candidate’s research interests. The Graduate Project provides students with the opportunity to creatively address a proven deficiency in the realms of clinical medicine, educational medicine (patient or medical provider material), or other area that will further the student’s and the profession’s knowledge and/or resource base. This course builds upon the medical research foundational principles learned in PAS 503 Evidence Based Medicine and PAS 531 Research Methods and Design. Letter grade. (Offered fall trimester.) 2 credits
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PAS 698 - Graduate Project II
Prerequisites, completion of all first-year courses, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better, physician assistant studies major. Graduate Project II prepares the graduate candidate for the development of a project related to the candidate’s research interests. The Graduate Project provides students with the opportunity to creatively address a proven deficiency in the realms of clinical medicine, educational medicine (patient or medical provider material), or other area that will further the student’s and the profession’s knowledge and/or resource base. This course builds upon the medical research foundational principles learned in PAS 503 Evidence Based Medicine and PAS 531 Research Methods and Design. Letter grade. (Offered spring trimester.) 2 credits
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Physics |
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PHYS 520 - Physical Principles of Remote Sensing
Prerequisites, PHYS 101, 102, or consent of instructor. Students get a thorough introduction to gathering the basic concepts and procedures of fundamentals of physical principles of remote sensing. The main emphasis is on the physical and mathematical principles underlying the techniques, such as the atmospheric radiative transfer, satellite orbit and geo-location simulation, and science algorithm designing, calibration and atmosphere corrections. Other computational methods will be emphasized. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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Political Science |
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POSC 500 - U.S. Presidents and War
This course introduces students to major historical and contemporary debates involving presidential decision-making about modern war and the use of military force from Lincoln to the present. Specific topics include the president’s role as commander-in-chief, constitutional war powers, public leadership and the role of public opinion in foreign policy, and the effect of press coverage in shaping the political environment during times of war. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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Production Design |
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PD 509 - Production Design Workshop I
Prerequisite, production design major. A workshop wherein students learn about the role of the Production Designer in film. The course also covers an overview of the business of Production Design budgeting and breakdowns. The course includes seminars with guest speakers from the Production Design community and set visits to various studios. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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PD 519 - Production Design Workshop II
Prerequisites, PD 509 , production design major. A workshop that is divided into three 5-week production design projects. Each project will have a different architectural style and will be comprised of ¼’ plans and elevations, sketches, and a model of the design. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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PD 536 - Fundamentals of Production Design
A course in the general principles of art direction and the creation of the visual look of a production. Films will be analyzed from a design perspective: the set, costumes, make-up, cinematography, and other visual elements. Letter grade. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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PD 537 - Cinematography for Production Designers
Prerequisite, production design major. A half semester course taught in the first fall semester of the Graduate production Design MFA program, to introduce cinemographic concepts, concerns, and practical applications. This class is to be taught in conjunction with Directing for Production Designers. (Offered fall semester.) 1½ credits
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PD 539 - Directing for Production Designers
Prerequisite, production design major. This production design graduate course introduces directing concepts concerns, and issues, to the graduate production design students. This class to be taught in conjunction with the Cinematography for production designers course. Letter grade. (Offered spring semester.) 1½ credits
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PD 555 - Production Design for Animation and Visual Effects
An exploration of how the creation of environments situates characters and becomes a key element in the storytelling process. Going beyond the elements of production design, students working in animation and visual effects create every element of various on-screen environments using both traditional illustration and computer-generated techniques to create context and meaning. Letter grade. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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PD 556 - Storyboarding and Concept Art
A workshop in which students develop freehand sketching and storyboarding skills, The medium chosen is at the students discretion, whether it be pencil, charcoal, pen and ink, watercolor, acrylics, or relevant corresponding digital tools. Some sections of this course may be restricted to production design majors. May be repeated for credit. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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PD 557 - Concept Art and Illustration for Film
This class includes weekly exercises in using perspective drawings to communicate design ideas with the emphasis on freehand drawing techniques. Topics include perspective layout methods, line drawing overlays, adding light and shadow as well as introducing color to the drawings. Students are required to complete and deliver a variety of in-class drawing exercises, a series of homework sketches as well as sketches of the projects they design in class. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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PD 558 - Digital Production Design Studio I
An introductory workshop covering computer system operations, digital design, digital graphics and illustration, computer assisted drafting, CAD modeling software, print, and presentation taught through design projects. Letter grade. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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PD 559 - Digital Production Design Studio II
Prerequisite, PD 558 . An intermediate level workshop covering computer system operations, digital design, digital graphics and illustration, computer assisted drafting, CAD modeling software, print, and presentation taught through design projects. Letter grade. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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PD 580 - Stagecraft Construction and Scenic Art for Film Production
A hands-on workshop in set construction for film and television. During the course students will apply carpentry and scenic painting techniques to create full-sized sets suitable for use in production. Letter grade. (Offered interterm.) 3 credits
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PD 581 - Set Decoration
This course is an introduction to set decoration. We will study the decorating process and explore how it relates to the dramatic text and the film production as a whole. Letter grade. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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PD 583 - Set Decoration II
Prerequisite, PD 581 . The course is an advanced introduction to the Art of Set Decoration Design. The course will look at the “design process” and explore how it relates to the dramatic text and to the film production as a whole. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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PD 584 - Art and Craft of Set Design II
Prerequisites, PD 554, production design major. A workshop in which students will get a comprehensive understanding of the set design process while designing sets and building models from existing screenplays selected by the faculty. The emphasis will be on developing a strong approach to film design that will compliment the narrative of the screenplay and the characters within. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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PD 585 - Digital Illustration Techniques
An exploration of the world of digital imagery, visual effects and animation, focusing on the production pipeline, the current status and effect of digital imagery on film, television and other media and on the issues that relate to the digitalization of our culture. Students will create projects which combine the elements of story with computer- generated visual effects. Letter grade. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PD 586 - Costume Design
This course is an introduction to the art of costume design. We will study the design process and how it relates to the dramatic text and the film production as a whole. Letter grade. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PD 609 - Production Design Workshop III
Prerequisites, PD 519 , production design major. Working as Production Designers, students fulfill all pre-production and production responsibilities on a collaborative thesis production a professionally executed short film or digital video project. In addition to the thesis, each student will complete all final presentation drawings, models, and sketches. The workshop also entails the complete design of a feature film script utilizing drawings, models, and sketches. Film script to be approved by the faculty. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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PD 619 - Production Design Workshop IV
Prerequisites, PD 609 , production design major. A continuation of the fall workshop in which students fulfill all pre-production and production responsibilities on a collaborative thesis production a professionally executed short film or digital video project. In addition to the thesis, each student will complete all final presentation drawings, models, and sketches. The workshop also entails the complete design of a feature film script utilizing drawings, models, and sketches. Film script to be approved by the faculty. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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PD 658 - Digital Production Design Studio III
Prerequisite, PD 559 . An intermediate/advanced level workshop covering computer system operations, digital design, digital graphics and illustration, computer assisted drafting, CAD modeling software, print, and presentation taught through design projects. Letter grade. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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PD 659 - Digital Production Design Studio IV
Prerequisite, PD 658 . An advanced finishing workshop covering computer system operations, digital design, digital graphics and illustration, computer assisted drafting, CAD modeling software, print, and presentation taught though design projects. Letter grade. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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PD 696 - Advanced Concept Art and Illustration for Film
Prerequisites, PD 519 , production design major. This capstone class is a final semester workshop of the MFA in Production Design Program that imparts and develops advanced technique in set illustration and concept art through supervised projects. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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PD 698 - Thesis in Production Design
Prerequisites, production design major, cumulative GPA of 3.000 (B) to meet minimum eligibility requirements to enroll in the thesis/project option. The Production Design thesis is meant to be the culminating experience for a graduate student in Production Design. It will involve the creation and management of design elements for thesis films. This course includes a lecture and required laboratory component held at different times. May be repeated for credit. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits
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REAL 602 - Real Estate Fundamentals
Prerequisite, admittance to the M.S. in Real Estate program. This course provides an overview of essential topics in real estate including property types, market analysis, real estate management and development, brokerage, appraisal, legal and regulatory issues, and an introduction to valuation. Additionally, this course will examine the evolution of neighborhoods and cities. Letter grade. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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REAL 603 - Real Estate Finance, Underwriting, and Risk Analysis
Prerequisite, admittance to the M.S. in Real Estate program. With an emphasis on case studies and computer applications, this course provides an examination of debt and equity financing for residential and commercial real estate properties, a foundation in real property valuation and underwriting, the impact of monetary and fiscal policies on real estate and mortgage markets, and the debt and equity financing alternatives available in the capital markets. Other topics include real estate cash flow analysis, risk analysis, secondary mortgage markets, and securitization. Letter grade. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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REAL 604 - Real Estate Law and Taxation
Prerequisite, admittance to the M.S. in Real Estate program. This course provides students with the essential legal and tax issues involved in real estate acquisition, disposal, investment, and development. In terms of real estate law, topics include the nature and scope of real property, the legal aspects of real estate transactions including documentation, land use regulation, and ethical issues in real estate. Additional issues covered include elements of property homesteads, adjoining owner issues, non-possessory interests, estates in land, and landowner liability. The course also covers tax and accounting concepts and principles, rules, regulations and reporting requirements that are critical to understanding, managing, operating, documenting, and investing in real estate. Letter grade. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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REAL 605 - Real Estate Analytics and Technology
Prerequisite, admittance to the M.S. in Real Estate program. This course focuses on the role, importance, and the process of data analysis in real estate. It is designed to provide a competitive edge through training in efficient quantitative problem solving. Focus is on computerized modeling as an integral tool in decision-making and deal structuring. The course is divided into two sections. The first section builds the predictive real estate analytics tool kit that will help professionals evaluate investment opportunities in terms of better understanding the economic factors that drive real estate markets, identify current market trends and formulating outlooks. The second section examines how real estate professionals can utilize Big Data to make strategic investment decisions. Letter grade. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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REAL 606 - Real Estate Economics
Prerequisite, admittance to the M.S. in Real Estate program. This course focuses on the application of economic concepts to real estate markets to identify, explain, and predict real estate market trends, supply and demand drivers, and short- and long-term valuation trends. Other specific topics include the macro-analysis of housing and non-residential property and time series analysis of real estate markets. Letter grade. (Offered interterm.) 3 credits
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REAL 607 - Real Estate Investment Management
Prerequisites, REAL 603 , REAL 605 . This course provides an overview of real estate as an asset class with an emphasis on direct and indirect investing in real estate, analysis of real estate financial securities, real estate cash flow analysis, secondary mortgage markets, and securitization. The strategic and tactical tools for the management of a real estate portfolio will be explored. Other topics include REITs and other real estate investment vehicles. Letter grade. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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REAL 608 - Real Estate Development and Management
Prerequisite, admittance to the M.S. in Real Estate program. An overview of the development process with an emphasis on the economic, environmental, institutional, regulatory and social contexts. Topics discussed include market analysis, site acquisition, due diligence, zoning entitlements, approvals, site planning, building design, construction, financing, leasing, and ongoing management and disposition. Value creation and risk identification and management will be important elements of the course. Letter grade. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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REAL 610 - Real Estate Design, Project Management, and Construction
Prerequisite, admittance to the M.S. in Real Estate program. This course focuses on value-based design and project leadership. Topics discussed include concept optimization in urban design, architecture, customer segmentation and product strategy, design evaluation utilizing benefit/cost analysis, effective communication during construction, managing venders and suppliers, sourcing capital, bidding and RFP process, cost controls, and construction scheduling. Letter grade. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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REAL 612 - Real Estate Entrepreneurship and Strategy
Prerequisite, completion of all other requirements for the M.S. in Real Estate. This is the culminating experience for the degree. It will feature a lecture series with leaders in the real estate industry and a hands-on project. The course will explore the opportunities and risks associated with the real estate business, the skills needed to be a successful real estate entrepreneur, the external factors that impact the success and failures of real estate investments, deal structure and market factors, and a focus on key characteristics of successful real estate entrepreneurs. The course culminates with a consulting project presented to a panel of real estate leaders. Letter grade. (Offered summer.) 3 credits
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REAL 695 - Special Topics in Real Estate
Prerequisite, standing in the M.S. in Real Estate program. Selected topics in real estate. Some sections of this course may require different prerequisites or corequisites. Letter grade. May be repeated for credit. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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REL 500 - Just War Ethics: Conflict in the Contemporary World
What conditions arguably constitute a “just war”? This course will survey just war ethics from different religious and secular perspectives considering a range of conflicts including traditional war, nuclear armament, terrorist attacks, humanitarian military intervention, and the narco-drug wars. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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REL 501 - Religious, Spiritual, and Ethical Responses to the Narco-Wars
This course will trace political, social, religious, spiritual, and ethical responses to the rise of the Colombian and Mexican illegal narcotics industry and narco-related societal violence. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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SW 517 - Writing for Evolving Platforms
Prerequisite, screenwriting major. Students will draw on what they are learning in their feature and short writing classes to explore other narrative forms. Letter grade. Fee: $75. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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SW 524 - Advanced Dialogue Writing Workshop
Prerequisite, SW 527 . Incorporating the student’s previous knowledge of screenwriting, this course is an intensive study of the art of crafting dialogue. Analysis of procedures and methods used by professional writers to help students hone their ability to master the intricacies of the language of dialogue and how to effectively render the illusion of realistic speech for the cinema. Letter grade. (Offered summer.) 3 credits
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SW 527 - Screenwriting Intensive
An introduction to the building blocks upon which all film and television writing are based: visualization, dialogue, scenes, sequences, and basic dramatic structure. Students begin with short writing exercises and proceed to longer scenes and sequences. Some sections of this course may be restricted to screenwriting and film and television producing majors only. Letter grade. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits
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SW 531 - Production Workshop I for Screenwriting Majors
Prerequisite, screenwriting major. An introduction to dramatic narrative production. Each student will write, direct, and edit a series of exploratory exercises with the goal of learning the basics of cinematic language, creating compelling characters and telling emotionally-engaging stories through basic cinematography, lighting, editing and sound. Letter grade. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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SW 540 - Sketch Comedy Writing
Prerequisites, SW 527 , Dodge College graduate program. This course is designed to teach the professional and creative requirements involved in writing sketch comedy. Students will learn to write comedy sketches in a number of different styles including commercial parodies, “in-one” monologues, slice-of-life comedy, character-driven comedy, physical comedy, and political and topical satire as well as learning to construct jokes within the context of a sketch, and as stand-alone elements as part of a comedic monologue. Letter grade. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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SW 548 - Actors and Writers Workshop
Prerequisite, SW 527 . This active workshop class brings actors and writers together to find the hidden truths of written scenes and performance, through readings, discussion, and improvisation. Writers will act in this class, and actors will have a chance to write, as the course explores the essential connection between what artist do. May be repeated for credit. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits
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SW 549 - Advanced Workshop in Writing for Genre
Prerequisites, SW 527 , consent of instructor. Designed to introduce students to the exciting variety of narrative strategies organic to specific film genres. Students discuss, criticize, and evaluate the techniques of commercial, feature screenwriting in order to produce the first act of a producible work. Students work and write within their chosen genre and form, and the guidelines of various genres and forms are examined. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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SW 555 - The Short Film Form
An immersion class into the world of short films. Short films screened and analyzed will include: classic shorts that launched directorial careers, short films that were expanded into classic features, great short films from different parts of the world, award winning film school shorts, and segments from feature films consisting of several short films. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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SW 556 - Television Script Analysis
Prerequisite, screenwriting major. Television programs are analyzed with emphasis on principles of screen storytelling and character development. Programs analyzed may include comedy, drama and limited series. Letter grade. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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