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2016-2017 Graduate Studies Bulletin (Archived Copy)
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2016-2017 Graduate Studies Bulletin (Archived Copy) 
    
 
  May 28, 2024
 
2016-2017 Graduate Studies Bulletin (Archived Copy) [Archived Catalog]

Course Descriptions


 
  
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    STAT 512 - Mathematical Statistics

    Credits: 3

    Functions of random variables, order statistics, sampling distributions, central limit theorem, quality of estimators, interval estimation, sufficient statistics, minimum-variance unbiased estimator, maximum likelihood, large-sample theory, introduction to hypothesis testing.

    Prerequisites: STAT 511 or MATH 511 with a grade of C or higher

    Note: Effective: Fall 2012

  
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    STAT 513 - Theory of Statistical Inference

    Credits: 3

    Hypothesis testing, Neyman-Pearson lemma, likelihood ration tests, power, theory of linear models including multiple linear regression and ANOVA, Bayesian inferences, advanced topics including survival analysis.

    Prerequisites: STAT 512 with a grade of C or higher

    Note: Effective: Fall 2012

  
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    STAT 515 - Statistical Methods I

    Credits: 3

    Applications and principles of elementary probability, essential discrete and continuous probability distributions, sampling distributions, estimation, and hypothesis testing. Inference for means, variances, proportions, one-way ANOVA, simple linear regression, and contingency tables. Statistical packages such as SAS or R.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or higher in MATH 122 or MATH 141; or both MATH 111 or higher and any statistics class

    Note: May not be taken concurrently with or after STAT 509, STAT 513, or STAT 516. Not for C.A.S., M.A.S., M.S, or PhD. credit in Statistics.

  
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    STAT 516 - Statistical Methods II

    Credits: 3

    Applications and principles of linear models. Simple and multiple linear regression, analysis of variance for basic designs, multiple comparisons, random effects, and analysis of covariance. Statistical packages such as SAS.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or higher in STAT 515, STAT 509, STAT 512, or equivalent.

    Note: Not for C.A.S., M.A.S., M.S, or PhD. credit in Statistics.

  
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    STAT 517 - Advanced Statistical Models

    Credits: 3

    Theory and applications of advanced statistical models. Includes implementation and assessment of generalized linear, nonlinear and nonparametric regression, mixed effect, repeated measures, multivariate regression, and spatial models.

    Prerequisites:   A grade of C or higher in both STAT 511 and either STAT 516 or ECON 436, or equivalent.

  
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    STAT 518 - Nonparametric Statistical Methods

    Credits: 3

    Applications and principles of nonparametric statistics. Classical rank-based methods and selected categorical data analysis and modern nonparametric methods. Statistical packages such as R.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or higher in STAT 515, STAT 509, STAT 512, or equivalent.

  
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    STAT 519 - Sampling

    Credits: 3

    Techniques of statistical sampling in finite populations with applications in the analysis of sample survey data. Topics include simple random sampling for means and proportions, stratified sampling, cluster sampling, ratio estimates, and two-stage sampling.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or higher in STAT 515, STAT 509, STAT 512, or Equivalent.

  
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    STAT 520 - Forecasting and Time Series

    Credits: 3

    Time series analysis and forecasting using the multiple regression and Box-Jenkins approaches.

    Cross-listed Course: MGSC 520

    Prerequisites: STAT 516 or MGSC 391

  
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    STAT 522 - Financial Mathematics I

    Credits: 3

    Probability spaces. Random variables. Mean and variance. Geometric Brownian Motion and stock price dynamics. Interest rates and present value analysis. Pricing via arbitrage arguments. Options pricing and the Black-Scholes formula.

    Cross-listed Course: MATH 514

    Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 241 or consent of the Undergraduate Director

  
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    STAT 523 - Financial Mathematics II

    Credits: 3

    Convex sets. Separating Hyperplane Theorem. Fundamental Theorem of Asset Pricing. Risk and expected return. Minimum variance portfolios. Capital Asset Pricing Model. Martingales and options pricing. Optimization models and dynamic programming.

    Cross-listed Course: MATH 515

    Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 514 or STAT 522 or consent of the Undergraduate Director

  
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    STAT 525 - Statistical Quality Control

    Credits: 3

    Statistical procedures for process control including CUSUM and Shewhart Control Charts, and lot-acceptance sampling.

    Cross-listed Course: MGSC 525

    Prerequisites: STAT 509 or STAT 515 or MGSC 391

  
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    STAT 528 - Environmental Statistics

    Credits: 3

    Statistical analysis of environmental data. Review of multiple regression and ANOVA, nonlinear regression models and generalized linear models, analyses for temporally and spatially correlated data, and methods of environmental sampling.

    Prerequisites: STAT 516

  
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    STAT 530 - Applied Multivariate Statistics and Data Mining

    Credits: 3

    Introduction to fundamentals of multivariate statistics and data mining. Principal components and factor analysis; multidimensional scaling and cluster analysis; MANOVA and discriminant analysis; decision trees; and support vector machines. Use of appropriate software.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or higher in STAT 515, STAT 205, STAT 509, STAT 512, ECON 436, MGSC 391, PSYC 228, or equivalent.

  
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    STAT 535 - Introduction to Bayesian Data Analysis

    Credits: 3

    Principles of Bayesian statistics, including: one- and multi-sample analyses; Bayesian linear models; Monte Carlo approaches; prior elicitation; hypothesis testing and model selection; hierarchical models; selected advanced models; statistical packages such as WinBUGS and R.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or higher in STAT 512; or CSCE 582 [=STAT 582]; or both STAT 511 and either STAT 509 or STAT 515; or equivalent.

  
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    STAT 540 - Computing in Statistics

    Credits: 3

    An introduction to statistical packages such as R and SAS with special focus on data management and computing procedures such as Monte Carlo simulation.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or higher in STAT 515, STAT 509, STAT 512, or equivalent.

  
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    STAT 541 - Advanced SAS Programming

    Credits: 3

    Advanced programming techniques in SAS, including database management, macro language, and efficient programming practices.

    Prerequisites: STAT 540

  
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    STAT 582 - Bayesian Networks and Decision Graphs

    Credits: 3

    Normative approaches to uncertainty in artificial intelligence. Probabilistic and causal modeling with Bayesian networks and influence diagrams. Applications in decision analysis and support. Algorithms for probability update in graphical models.

    Cross-listed Course: CSCE 582

    Prerequisites: CSCE 350 and STAT 509

  
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    STAT 587 - Big Data Analytics

    Credits: 3

    Foundational techniques and tools required for data science and big data analytics. Concepts, principles, and techniques applicable to any technology and industry for establishing a baseline that can be enhanced by future study.

    Cross-listed Course: CSCE 587

    Prerequisites: STAT 509, 513, or 515

  
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    STAT 591 - Data Analysis for Teachers

    Credits: 3

    Introduction to statistics for elementary, middle, and high school teachers. The fundamentals of data collection, descriptive statistics, probability, and inference with special focus on methods of teaching statistical reasoning. For M.A.T. (excluding mathematics) / M.Ed. / M.T. and nondegree credit only.

    Cross-listed Course: SMED 591

  
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    STAT 599 - Topics in Statistics

    Credits: 1-3

    Course content varies and will be announced in the schedule of courses by suffix and title.

  
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    STAT 600 - Statistics for Applied Management

    Credits: 3

    Introduction to data collection, descriptive statistics, and statistical inference with examples from hospitality, retail, sport, and entertainment management. Focus on selecting, implementing, and interpreting the appropriate statistical methods using software such as Excel and SPSS.

    Note: Note: Not for minor or degree credit in Mathematics or Statistics. Does not serve as a prerequisite for STAT 516, 518, 519 or 525.

  
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    STAT 650 - AP Statistics for Teachers

    Credits: 3

    A thorough study of the topics covered on the AP Statistics Examination. A non-calculus-based introduction, including descriptive and inferential one- and two-variable statistics, and emphasizing activities illustrating statistical thinking.

    Prerequisites: current secondary high school teacher certification in mathematics

    Note: For I.M.A./M.A.T. (excluding mathematics)/M.Ed./M.T. and nondegree credit only. Restricted to graduate students.

  
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    STAT 700 - Applied Statistics I

    Credits: 3

    Introduction to probability and the concepts of estimation and hypothesis testing for use in experimental, social, and professional sciences. One and two-sample analyses, nonparametric tests, contingency tables, sample surveys, simple linear regression, various statistical packages. Not to be used for M.S. or Ph.D. credit in statistics or mathematics.

    Note: Not to be used for M.S. or Ph.D. credit in statistics or mathematics.

  
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    STAT 701 - Applied Statistics II

    Credits: 3

    Continuation of STAT 700. Simple linear regression, correlation, multiple regression, fixed and random effects analysis of variance, analysis of covariance, experimental designs, some multivariate methods, various statistical packages.

    Prerequisites: STAT 700 or the equivalent

    Note: Not to be used for M.S. or Ph.D. credit in statistics or mathematics

  
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    STAT 702 - Introduction to Statistical Theory I

    Credits: 3

    Fundamental theory of statistics and how it applies to industrial problems. Topics include probability, random variables and vectors and their distributions, sampling theory, point and interval estimators, and application to the theory of reliability, regression, process control and quality issues. Not to be used for M.S. or Ph.D. credit in statistics.

    Prerequisites: MATH 142

    Note: Not to be used for M.S. or Ph.D. credit in statistics.

  
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    STAT 703 - Introduction to Statistical Theory II

    Credits: 3

    Continuation of STAT 702. Topics include discussion of theoretical properties of point estimators and tests of hypotheses, elements of statistical tests, the Neyman-Pearson Lemma, UMP tests, likelihood ratio and other types of tests, and Bayes procedures in the decision process. Not to be used for M.S. or Ph.D. credit in statistics.

    Prerequisites: STAT 702

    Note: Not to be used for M.S. or Ph.D. credit in statistics.

  
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    STAT 704 - Data Analysis I

    Credits: 3

    Primarily for graduate students in statistics and the mathematical sciences. Probability concepts, inferences for normal parameters, regression, correlation, use of computer statistical packages.

    Corequisite: Prereq or coreq: STAT 712

    Prerequisites: Prereq or coreq: STAT 712

  
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    STAT 705 - Data Analysis II

    Credits: 3

    Continuation of STAT 704. Analysis of variance (fixed and random effects), analysis of covariance, experimental design, model building, other applied topics, and use of computer statistical packages.

    Prerequisites: STAT 704 and 712

  
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    STAT 706 - Experimental Design

    Credits: 3

    Specialized experimental design: 2n and 3n factorials; fractional replication; confounding; incomplete block designs, including split-plot, split-block, and Latin square designs; general principles of design.

    Prerequisites: STAT 701 or STAT 705

  
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    STAT 708 - Environmetrics

    Credits: 3

    Statistical methods for environmental and ecological sciences, including nonlinear regression, generalized linear models, spatial analyses/kriging, temporal analyses, meta-analysis, quantitative risk assessment.

    Cross-listed Course: BIOS 808

    Prerequisites: STAT 701 or 705 or BIOS 757

  
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    STAT 709 - Environmetrics II

    Credits: 3

    Theoretical underpinnings of environmetrics. Spatial statistics, temporal and longitudinal analysis, hierarchical modeling, and Bayesian inferences for environmental data.

    Cross-listed Course: BIOS 809

    Prerequisites: STAT 708 or BIOS 808; STAT 714

  
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    STAT 712 - Mathematical Statistics I

    Credits: 3

    Sample spaces, probability and conditional probability, independence, random variables, expectation, distribution theory, sampling distributions, laws of large numbers and asymptotic theory, order statistics, and estimation.

    Prerequisites: advanced calculus or consent of instructor

  
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    STAT 713 - Mathematical Statistics II

    Credits: 3

    Further development of estimation theory and tests of hypotheses, including an introduction to Bayes estimation, sufficiency, minimum variance principles, uniformly most powerful and likelihood ratio tests, and sequential probability ratio tests.

    Prerequisites: STAT 712

  
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    STAT 714 - Linear Statistical Models

    Credits: 3

    A study of the general linear statistical model and the linear hypothesis. Topics include the multivariate normal distribution, distributions of quadratic forms, and parameter estimation and hypothesis testing for full-rank models, regression models, and less than full-rank models.

    Prerequisites: STAT 513 and MATH 544 or STAT 712 or equivalent

  
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    STAT 715 - Nonlinear Statistical Models

    Credits: 3

    Inference for general nonlinear parametric statistical models for univariate and multivariate response; linear and quadratic estimating equations; models for covariance structure; effects of model misspecification and robustness.

    Prerequisites: STAT 713, STAT 714

  
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    STAT 716 - Selected Topics in Probability

    Credits: 1-3

    Special topics in probability theory and stochastic processes not offered in other courses.

    Prerequisites: consent of instructor

  
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    STAT 718 - Selected Topics in Statistics

    Credits: 1-3

    Special topics in statistics not offered in other courses.

    Prerequisites: consent of instructor

  
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    STAT 720 - Time Series Analysis

    Credits: 3

    Stochastic properties, identification, estimation, and forecasting methods for stationary and nonstationary time series models.

    Prerequisites: STAT 704 and 512

  
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    STAT 721 - Stochastic Processes

    Credits: 3

    Theory of stochastic processes, including branching processes, discrete and continuous time Markov chains, renewal theory, point processes, and Brownian motion.

    Prerequisites: STAT 711 or 712

  
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    STAT 730 - Multivariate Analysis

    Credits: 3

    A survey of the theory and applications of the fundamental techniques for analyzing multivariate data.

    Prerequisites: STAT 713

  
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    STAT 740 - Statistical Computing

    Credits: 3

    A survey of current algorithms and software for solving fundamental problems of statistical computing with emphasis on computer generation of random variates.

    Prerequisites: STAT 713 and knowledge of a computer programming language.

  
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    STAT 750 - Response Surface Methodology

    Credits: 3

    Methods for fitting (regression) response surfaces and interpreting them subject to random error. Includes designs and industrial process optimization methods.

    Prerequisites: STAT 701 or 705 or consent of department

  
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    STAT 761 - Reliability and Life Testing

    Credits: 3

    The various statistical and probability models in reliability and life testing and inference procedures for such models, including life distributions, parametric and nonparametric inference methods, hazard and failure rate functions, plotting methods, analysis of mixtures, censoring.

    Prerequisites: STAT 703 or STAT 713

  
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    STAT 770 - Categorical Data Analysis

    Credits: 3

    Advanced methods for analysis of discrete data. Higher-order contingency tables, log-linear and other generalized linear models. Multivariate methods for matched pairs and longitudinal data.

    Cross-listed Course: BIOS 805

    Prerequisites: STAT 704 and consent of instructor, or BIOS 759

  
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    STAT 771 - Applied Longitudinal Data Analysis

    Credits: 3

    Modern methods for the analysis of repeated measures, correlated outcomes, and longitudinal data, including repeated measures ANOVA, generalized linear models, random effects, and generalized estimating equations.

    Cross-listed Course: BIOS 770

    Prerequisites: BIOS 757 or STAT 701 or STAT 705

  
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    STAT 772 - Binary Dose Response Theory and Methods

    Credits: 3

    Threshold, mass action, and target theory; empirical dose response functions; methods in current use among health science researchers.

    Cross-listed Course: BIOS 850

    Prerequisites: STAT 512

  
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    STAT 775 - Generalized Linear Models

    Credits: 3

    Statistical theory and applications extending regression and analysis of variance to non-normal data. Encompasses logistic and other binary regressions, log-linear models, and gamma regression models.

    Cross-listed Course: BIOS 815

    Prerequisites: STAT 713 or STAT 513, and STAT 705 or BIOS 757

  
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    STAT 777 - Statistical Phylogenetics and Molecular Evolution

    Credits: 3

    Theory and applications of phylogenetics; estimation via Markov models, likelihood, distances and parsimony; hypothesis testing of evolutionary trees and parameters; related topics including molecular divergence time inference.

    Cross-listed Course: BIOL 777

    Prerequisites: grade of B or better in MATH 241 or STAT 510

  
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    STAT 778 - Item Response Theory

    Credits: 3

    Statistical models for item response theory, Rasch and other models for binary and polytomous data, and applications. Use of statistical software.

    Cross-listed Course: EDRM 828

    Prerequisites: EDRM 711 or PSYC 710 or STAT 701 or STAT 704

  
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    STAT 790 - Seminar in Statistical Consulting

    Credits: 1

    An exposure to the techniques of statistical consulting through discussion and analysis of actual statistical problems which occur in fields of application.

    Prerequisites: STAT 700 or equivalent

  
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    STAT 791 - Practicum in Statistical Consulting

    Credits: 1

    Experiences in actual statistical consulting settings; participation and critiques.

    Prerequisites: STAT 790

  
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    STAT 798 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1-6

  
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    STAT 799 - Thesis Preparation

    Credits: 1-9

    Note: For master’s candidates.

  
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    STAT 810 - Probability Theory I

    Credits: 3

    Probability spaces, random variables and distributions, expectations, characteristic functions, laws of large numbers, and the central limit theorem.

    Cross-listed Course: MATH 710

    Prerequisites: STAT 511, 512, or MATH 703

  
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    STAT 811 - Probability Theory II

    Credits: 3

    More about distributions, limit theorems, Poisson approximations, conditioning, martingales, and random walks.

    Cross-listed Course: STAT 710

    Prerequisites: STAT 710

  
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    STAT 822 - Advanced Statistical Inference

    Credits: 3

    The advanced theory of statistical inference, including the general decision problem; Neyman-Pearson theory of testing hypotheses; the monotone likelihood ratio property; unbiasedness, efficiency, and other small sample properties of estimators; asymptotic properties of estimators, especially maximum likelihood estimators; and general sequential procedures.

    Prerequisites: STAT 713 or consent of instructor

  
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    STAT 823 - Large Sample Theory

    Credits: 3

    Modes of convergence, limit theorems, and the asymptopic properties of estimators and tests.

    Prerequisites: STAT 713

  
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    STAT 824 - Nonparametric Inference

    Credits: 3

    The general theory of nonparametric statistics, including order statistic theory, theory of ranks, U-statistics in nonparametric estimation and testing, linear rank statistics and their application to location and scale problems, goodness-of-fit, and other distribution-free procedures.

    Prerequisites: STAT 713 or consent of instructor

  
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    STAT 890 - Doctoral Seminar

    Credits: 3

    Note: For doctoral candidates.

  
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    STAT 898 - Directed Readings and Research

    Credits: 1-12

    Note: Restricted to statistics graduate students. (Pass-fail grading)

  
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    STAT 899 - Dissertation Preparation

    Credits: 1-12

    Note: For doctoral candidates.

  
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    THEA 500 - Selected Topics in Theatre

    Credits: 1

    A series of courses, each lasting one-third of a semester. Topics and prerequisites are announced in the class schedule for each semester.

  
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    THEA 510 - Rendering Techniques for the Theatre

    Credits: 3

    Rendering techniques for the communication of concepts and mood in the design process.

  
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    THEA 520 - Playwright’s Workshop

    Credits: 3

    Principles and practice of playwriting. Writing, adapting, and revising plays. May be repeated with consent of department chair.

  
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    THEA 522 - Drama in Education

    Credits: 3

    Comprehensive review of drama strategies, methods and pedagogical practices to be applied to non-drama learning contexts. Practical experience with the necessary skills, philosophies and techniques of drama in education.

    Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or higher

  
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    THEA 526 - Children’s Theatre

    Credits: 3

    Special problems in producing plays for child audiences

    Prerequisites: THEA 170 and 253, or consent of instructor

  
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    THEA 529 - Theatre Management

    Credits: 3

    Problems involved in organizing, administering, and promoting the non-professional theatre

  
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    THEA 530 - Period Styles for Wig and Hair Design

    Credits: 3

    Research and execution of period styles for wigs, hair, and facial pieces as related to theatrical and media design.

    Prerequisites: THEA 230 and 550 or permission of instructor

  
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    THEA 531 - Theatre Graphics

    Credits: 3

    Specialized graphic techniques used in the preparation of a theatrical production. Practice in the execution and interpretation of working drawings, perspective sketches, color renderings, scale models, etc.

  
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    THEA 550 - History of Costume

    Credits: 3

    A survey of clothing through the ages with emphasis on the dress of the actor in significant periods of theatrical activity. From ancient times to present day.

  
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    THEA 552 - Stage Costume Pattern Drafting and Drawing

    Credits: 3

    The principles of pattern making for costume construction using flat-pattern and draping techniques.

  
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    THEA 553 - Advanced Stagecraft

    Credits: 3

    Advanced principles and practices of stagecraft.

    Prerequisites: THEA 253 or equivalent

  
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    THEA 554 - Performing Arts Safety

    Credits: 3

    Study of health and safety hazards for actors, technicians, and audience members.

  
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    THEA 555 - Scene Painting for the Stage

    Credits: 3

    Techniques of scene painting. Application of principles of painting to the stage

  
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    THEA 556 - Stage Design

    Credits: 3

    Survey of the history and principles of scene design. Assignments will involve drawings, watercolor sketches, and scale models

  
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    THEA 557 - Advanced Scenic Design

    Credits: 3

    Advanced procedures and techniques of scenic design

    Prerequisites: THEA 556 or consent of instructor

  
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    THEA 561 - History of the Theatre I

    Credits: 3

    A survey of plays, playwrights, actors, production, and the physical development of theatres from the time of the Greeks to 1660; reading of representative plays required.

  
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    THEA 562 - History of the Theatre II

    Credits: 3

    A survey of plays, playwrights, actors, production, and the physical development of theatres from 1660 to the present; reading of representative plays required.

  
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    THEA 563 - History of Modern Theatre

    Credits: 3

    History of Western Theatre since the early 20th century. Students will be introduced to major figures, plays, and movements and explore influences from the broader culture on theatrical expression.

  
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    THEA 565 - African American Theatre

    Credits: 3

    The major movements, figures, plays, and critical strategies that have marked the development of African American theatre in the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries.

    Cross-listed Course: ENGL 565, AFAM 565

    Prerequisites: All Literature Courses 300 and above require ENGL 101, 102, and one course between ENGL 270-292.

  
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    THEA 567 - Dramatic Theory I

    Credits: 3

    A survey of the major works of dramatic theory and criticism, with emphasis on theories of theatrical performance. from Aristotle through 18th-century neo-classicism.

  
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    THEA 568 - Dramatic Theory II

    Credits: 3

    A survey of the major works of dramatic theory and criticism, with emphasis on theories of theatrical performance from the 18th century to the present.

  
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    THEA 569 - Dramaturgy

    Credits: 3

    A study of dramatic structure as it relates to theatrical production. Emphasis on script reading and analysis. Production and new-works dramaturgy will be covered.

  
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    THEA 570 - Advanced Acting I

    Credits: 3

    Theory and practice in the development of a role and an understanding of the psychology of the audience-actor relationship

    Prerequisites: THEA 240 and 372 and 370 with a grade of B or above

  
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    THEA 571 - Advanced Acting II

    Credits: 3

    Technique of performing play scripts with heightened language and styles other than naturalism/realism. Some examples of genres that may be taught are Classical Greek, Elizabethan, absurdist

    Prerequisites: THEA 240 and 372 and 370 with a grade of B or above

  
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    THEA 572 - Advanced Makeup for Theatre and Film

    Credits: 3

    Makeup design for specific character types, prosthetics and three-dimensional makeup effects. Special attention to the process of sculpting and modeling for makeup prosthetics.

    Prerequisites: THEA 230 or consent of instructor

  
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    THEA 575 - Rehearsal and Performance

    Credits: 3

    An intensive laboratory course in theatrical and media performances.

  
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    THEA 576 - Rehearsal and Performance

    Credits: 3

    An intensive laboratory course in repertory theatre.

  
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    THEA 577 - Special Topics in Physical Theatre

    Credits: 3

    Research and performance training in selected topics related to physical theatre. Course content varies and will be announced in the schedule of classes by suffix and title. May be repeated as topics vary.

  
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    THEA 578 - Play Direction I

    Credits: 3

    A study of the principles, procedures and practice of stage direction, with the selection, analysis, casting, and rehearsal of a one-act play to be presented in the laboratory theatre.

    Prerequisites: THEA 270, 280, and 6 hours from 300 level or above

  
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    THEA 579 - Play Direction II

    Credits: 3

    A continuation of THEA 578.

    Prerequisites: THEA 578

  
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    THEA 581 - Film as Performance

    Credits: 3

    Study and analysis of film production, performance, and aesthetics.

  
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    THEA 582 - Costume Design

    Credits: 3

    Theory and practice in the design of theatre costumes.

  
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    THEA 583 - Advanced Practice in Sound Design

    Credits: 3

    Advanced study in sound, production and design. Emphasis will be on mounting designs and refining design skills for Theatre, Music, and Media Arts students.

  
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    THEA 585 - Design for Communications Media Production

    Credits: 3

    The study and application of techniques in theatrical stagecraft, design, lighting, costuming, and makeup applicable to specialized fields of communication media.

    Prerequisites: THEA 253, THEA 351

  
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    THEA 586 - The Articulate Body

    Credits: 3

    Theoretical and experimental exploration of the major body systems and developmental movements to bring more articulation to the body and more awareness and physical ease in performance.

    Cross-listed Course: DANC 586

  
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    THEA 587 - Film and Television Acting

    Credits: 3

    Theory and practice of film and television acting.

    Prerequisites: THEA 170

  
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    THEA 588 - Stage Light Design I

    Credits: 3

    The interrelationship of stage lighting and other production elements. Design techniques, equipment, and script analysis. Laboratory work on department productions. Restricted to theatre majors or those having special permission of instructor.

  
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    THEA 589 - Advanced Stage Lighting Design II

    Credits: 3

    Stage lighting equipment and design techniques. Laboratory work on departmental productions

  
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    THEA 599 - Special Topics in Theatre

    Credits: 3

    Reading and research on selected topics. Course content varies and will be announced in the schedule of classes by suffix and title. May be repeated once as topics vary.

 

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