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AHY 1113 - History of Western Art I Credits: 4
A survey of painting, sculpture, and architecture from 15,000 B.C. to 1400 A.D. Included are Near Eastern, Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Medieval Art.
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression.
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AHY 1114 - History of Western Art II Credits: 4
Continuation of the survey of History of Western Art I, 1400 to present. Emphasis is placed on the Renaissance, Baroque, Romantic, and Modern periods.
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression.
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AHY 1115 - Introduction to World Art Credits: 4
This course introduces students to art from around the world. Students will become familiar with particular paintings, sculptural works and architectural sites that are considered masterpieces as well as ritual practices, performance, devotional objects, cultural artifacts, religious sites, memorials, and other diverse forms of creative expression. Students will gain knowledge about the cultural, political
and historical role that an art object played in its original context. This course will span an immense period of human history and will cover art produced around the globe. It is thematically structured and includes discussions on topics such as: “Representing War” in Ancient Egypt, and Qin Empire, China; “Places of Power” in Ancient Rome and Imperial China; “Sacred Sites,” such as The Parthenon, The Mosque at Cordoba and Chartres Cathedral.
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression and International Non-Western
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AHY 2209 - Art and Architecture of Ancient Rome Credits: 4
Focusing on the chronological development of the Roman Empire, this course will consider painting, sculpture, architecture, and other artistic works to reconstruct as much as possible the life of the ancient Romans. Although special emphasis will be placed on Rome as the capital of the Empire, the so-called fringes of the Empire will receive significant attention. This course will also examine the ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum as these sites offer a glimpse of life in a Roman city.
McDaniel Plan: International and Social, Cultural, and Historical Understanding
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AHY 2210 - A History of Exhibitions Credits: 4
This course explores the practice of collecting and modes of displaying images and objects across time and world cultures. We will examine how the museum has served to shape racial and national narratives and identity through various case studies including ekphrastic writings from late antiquity, medieval hoarding, and 17th century Curiosity Cabinets and to the formulation of the idea of the encyclopedic museum, World’s Fairs, museums of ethnography and natural history, and art exhibitions. Students will discuss and debate a variety of primary and theoretical texts on the power of exhibition planning, as well as topics related to “othering,” subjugating and/or objectifying marginalized communities and cultures. Special emphasis will be placed on the role of repatriation of art that has been stolen from original cultures through role-playing scenarios.
McDaniel Plan: International; Social, Cultural, Historical Understanding; Experiential Learning
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AHY 2222 - Art of the Medieval World Credits: 4
A study of the Early Christian, Byzantine, Romanesque, and Gothic Arts in Europe.
McDaniel Plan: International; Social, Cultural and Historical Understanding
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AHY 2239 - Romanticism and Impressionism Credits: 4
A study of the major artists of the nineteenth century including David, Goya, Delacroix, Courbet, Manet, Monet, Degas, Van Gogh and Gauguin. Both European and American art are included.
McDaniel Plan: International; Social, Cultural and Historical Understanding
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AHY 2240 - A History of Modern Art Credits: 4
This course is an overview of Modern Art from the mid-19th century through the 20th century in Western Europe, Eastern Europe and America. In weekly lectures and discussions we will examine major artistic movements such as Impressionism, Expressionism, the Russian Avant-Garde, Cubism, Dada, Surrealism and Abstract Expressionism among others. Taking a social art historical approach, throughout the course, we will consider artists and artworks within both their social, economic and political contexts and their relationships with cultural formations such as modernism, modernity and the avant-garde. We will focus on modern innovations in painting, sculpture and architecture in the 19th and 20th centuries, as well as address developments after War World II, when changing ideas, global cultural shifts and the emergence of new artistic directions have provoked and challenged the redefinition of Western oriented art and culture.
McDaniel Plan: International, Social, Cultural, and Historical Understanding
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AHY 2295 - Internship in Art History Credits: 0-4
Supervised field experiences in appropriate settings, usually off-campus, designed to assist students in acquiring and using skills and knowledge of the discipline unique to the selected topic.
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AHY 2298 - Independent Studies in Art History Credits: 0-4
Directed study planned and conducted with reference to the needs of those students who are candidates for departmental honors. Qualified students who are not candidates for such honors but who desire to do independent studies are also admitted with permission of the Department.
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AHY 3200 - Writing in Art and Art History Credits: 4
Studio Art is a creative discipline; Art History is a Humanities discipline, yet they are both paths to careers that require similar and overlapping writing skills. This course is designed to introduce the junior-level student to those skills through a variety of writing experiences, culminating in a group project that will model graduate-level research. The course will focus on an academic art historical theme.
Note: Only offered at the Budapest campus.
McDaniel Plan: Writing in the Discipline
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AHY 3310 - African-American Art Credits: 4
This course will focus on two main themes of African-American Art: the art of African-Americans themselves, but also how the discipline of Art History has suppressed and marginalized these artists as well as black subjects in paintings in scholarly discourse. The course will examine art forms that are not traditionally considered “high art,” such as pottery from the plantation era and quilts. While we will examine African-American artists of the past, students will also look at contemporary art works by African-American artists who use their art to confront difficult themes of race and to challenge racial stereotypes. Examples of artists we will consider are Edmonia Lewis, Kara Walker, Jacob Lawrence and many others.
McDaniel Plan: Multicultural
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AHY 4491 - Independent Capstone Research Credits: 2
Students will carry out independent research under the supervision of a faculty member in the department. Students will complete background reading, identify the research problem/question, outline their procedure or method of approach, and carryout extensive writing to conclude with a full draft of the paper by semester’s end.
Note: Only offered at the Budapest campus.
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ARB 1101 - Elementary Arabic Credits: 4
The acquisition of oral/aural skills through intensive exposure to Arabic used both as the medium of communication and the object of study. It enables the student accurately to express his or her daily experiences in spoken and written Arabic, and to understand communications of a moderate level of difficulty.
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ARB 1102 - Elementary Arabic Credits: 4
The acquisition of oral/aural skills through intensive exposure to Arabic used both as the medium of communication and the object of study. It enables the student accurately to express his or her daily experiences in spoken and written Arabic, and to understand communications of a moderate level of difficulty.
Prerequisite(s) ARB-1101
McDaniel Plan: Second Language
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ARB 2211 - Intermediate Arabic I Credits: 4
A review and expansion of grammar and practice in oral and written Arabic while exploring Arabic language and culture.
Prerequisite(s) ARB-1102 or placement
Offered in fall semester only.
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ARB 2212 - Intermediate Arabic II Credits: 4
This course continues building the linguistic skills that student acquired in previous semesters in the areas of reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The students will improve their understanding of written texts and aural and audio-visual materials on a wide variety of topics, and will reinforce their knowledge through written exercises on selected topics. In addition, students will be introduced to various aspects of contemporary life and culture of the Arab world.
Prerequisite(s) ARB-2211
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ARB 2213 - Arab-American Literature Credits: 4
An overview of literary writing by authors of Arab descent in the United States from the early 20th century until today. Through texts by Khalil Gibran, Ameen Rihani, Diana Abu Jaber, Naomi Shihab Nye, Mohja Kahf, Hisham Mattar, Etaf Rum and others, we will explore themes such as immigration, social change, human rights, cross-cultural encounters, the situation of Arab and Muslim Americans before and after 9/11, and more. Course will be taught in English.
McDaniel Plan: Textual Analysis; Multicultural
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ARB 2215 - Al Amia-Colloquial Arabic Credits: 4.00
Al Amia or Colloquial Arabic is the main language used in speech in the Arab world. The emphasis in this course will be on the development of students’ listening and speaking skills in the widely spoken Levantine and Egyptian dialects. The course will focus on developing linguistic, communicative and cultural skills needed to function in everyday situations.
Prerequisite(s) Arabic 2211 or placement
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ARB 4495 - IN: Arabic Credits: 1-4
Supervised field experiences in appropriate settings, usually off-campus, designed to assist students in acquiring and using skills and knowledge of the discipline unique to the selected topic.
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ARB 4498 - IS: Arabic Credits: 1-4
Directed study planned and conducted with reference to the needs of those students who are candidates for departmental honors. Qualified students who are not candidates for such honors but who desire to do independent studies are also admitted with permission of the Department.
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ART 1101 - Perceptual Drawing Credits: 4
A studio course in drawing concentrates on developing an understanding of perceptual drawing technique that emphasize proportion and spatial conventions. Compositional skills are developed, and different mediums are explored. Students develop creative problem solving skills by investigating complex still life arrangements.
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression
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ART 1102 - Basics of Art Conservation Credits: 4
This introductory, hands-on course will familiarize a student with the basic principles, ethics, and techniques of art conservation and restoration. The lecture part of the class will illuminate the history and development of art conservation science throughout the ages, while the supervised practical part of working on a badly damaged early 19th century European painting, will enable a student to experience the process and enjoy the result. The general education student will develop an appreciation and in-depth knowledge of what is involved in saving our cultural heritage, the art student will also learn about new career choices. Both groups will have deeper understanding of a very comprehensive nature of art conservation profession, and appreciation of the work of many anonymous, highly trained specialists that preserve art world-wide.
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression; International; Experiential
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ART 1104 - Community Design Lab Credits: 4
What does it mean to “design for good?” Students will become citizen-designers and work collaboratively between on and off-campus partners in Westminster to establish a research question that will guide their creative work throughout the semester. Brainstorming, experiential learning, play, and research will be used to create artifacts, systems, or experiences for citizens of Westminster and the McDaniel community. This course may involve traveling off-campus via walking or shuttle, and there may be one or more experiences where student work is showcased to the general public. No previous art experience is required.
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression; Experiential
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ART 1116 - Graphic Design I Credits: 4
This studio course serves as an introduction to the professional scope and creative field of graphic design. Students will be introduced to the basics of visual communication including typography and image creation through projects that stress learning various design tools and conceptual development.
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression
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ART 1117 - 2D Design Concepts Credits: 4
Design is a course that gives students the basic understanding of the elements of visual expression and the underlying principles of visual perception, organization, and structure. Through a series of studio projects, students develop problem-solving strategies that enable them to combine and manipulate these elements and principles in order to interpret and communicate the visual language Concepts are explored using traditional and digital tools and techniques. Emphasis will be placed on exploration and experimentation, development of problem solving and critical thinking skills, gaining a basic visual vocabulary, and expanding one’s understanding of and appreciation for the visual and applied arts.
This course may have additional fees.
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression
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ART 1120 - Art as Work Credits: 2
Frame, Gizmo’s Frame Shop, Kohn Creative, Ting, Spiderweb Graphics and others located in Westminster. Students will have the opportunity to learn the behind the scenes mechanics of successfully running art entrepreneurships. Moreover, by working in collaboration with the director of the Rice Gallery, students will also gain hands on experience in installing, de-installing, composing labels and promoting exhibitions to both the campus and local communities.
McDaniel Plan: Experiential
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ART 1121 - 3D Design Concepts Credits: 4
An introduction to three-dimensional form and space focused on problem solving projects emphasizing research, experimentation and synthesis. Students acquire an understanding of fundamental design theory, construction processes and tool proficiency while researching themes in contemporary art and art history. Independent and collaborative object making may include hand, machine, and digital processes in a variety of materials. All supplies included through the course fees.
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression
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ART 1141 - Digital Photography Credits: 2
A course exploring the photographic transition to cell phone and tablet photography. Topics covered are best practices for photographing with smart technology for social media, as well as print; workflow using Google’s Snapseed post-production software; and, best practices for archiving photographs. Both Apple iOS and Android technology taught, so the class is not iPhone specific. Students are free to use any smart technology they own, whether a cell phone or tablet as long as it has a built-in camera. Students will create a portfolio of still photography. No video will be taught. No “flip” phones. Textbook required for learning Snapseed software app.
McDaniel Plan: January Term
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ART 2201 - Life Drawing Credits: 4
Drawing from live models to learn proportion and anatomy of human head and figure. Various drawing media and techniques are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s) ART-1101 or permission of the instructor
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ART 2202 - Digital & Traditional Collage Credits: 4
The course offers an insight into the world of collage - both on a theoretical and a practical level. Students get a historical overview, learn the principles of this technique and get a chance to try their hands at it through several projects. In the course emphasis is put on experimenting with both hand-made and computer-aided collages, discovering the benefits and limitations of the two approaches.
This course is offered at the Budapest campus.
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression
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ART 2203 - Drawing Concepts: Drawing II Credits: 4
A studio course that challenges students to build on skills and experiences gained from Drawing I, through advanced problem solving and a greater critical awareness. Emphasis is placed on developing a sophisticated and convincing use of drawing language to approach traditional subject matter.
Prerequisite(s) ART-1101 or FYS-1196
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ART 2206 - Digital Imaging Credits: 4
This class will serve as an introduction to digital art, presenting students with the opportunity to learn about the computer as a tool for art making. Much of our time will be spent covering the basics of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Using the software specified above, we will become acquainted with how the computer and design software can be used to present complex visual and conceptual ideas which can be used to affect social and cultural exchange. Throughout the semester students will become acquainted with image manipulation in popular culture and some of the contemporary themes associated with digital art. Non-art majors are absolutely welcomed and no previous art experience is required.
Additional course and field trip fees apply.
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression
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ART 2207 - Art and Digital Culture Credits: 4
This course will introduce students to a variety of digital resources that support using the computer, the Internet, and other electronic media as tools for art making. Through presentations, demonstrations, and assignments, students will become acquainted with how computers, digital photography and video, social media platforms, mobile devices, and art and design software can be used to present complex visual and conceptual ideas that can be employed to affect social and cultural exchange. This course will examine the historical and contemporary practices of artists and designers working in the digital realm with creative technology. Non-art majors are welcomed and no previous art experience is required.
Additional course fees may apply.
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression
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ART 2210 - Digital Photography Credits: 4
This course explores the frontiers of digital photography. Students will be photographing their assignments with their own digital camera. The course will extensively use the computer for manipulation of the images in Photo shop and printing.
No prior knowledge of Photo shop is required. This course will require a digital camera.
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression.
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ART 2211 - Sculpture Credits: 4
Clay modeling of the human head and figure, making of plaster molds and castings.
Additional course fee applies.
Recommended Permission of the instructor.
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression.
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ART 2214 - Jewelry I Credits: 4
An intensive study of problem solving in body adornment through historic and multicultural perspectives. Processes employed include piercing, forging, beading, fabrication, and repoussé.
There is an extra fee for materials. Priority is given to Art majors
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression.
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ART 2215 - Photography Credits: 4
A study of the technical processes, aesthetics, and history of photography. The course requires a 35 mm camera with manual settings, and emphasizes the production of black and white prints.
There is an extra fee for materials.
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression
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ART 2219 - Ceramics Credits: 4
A studio course investigating the coil, slab, and wheel methods of clay construction. Firing techniques and glazing procedures are introduced.
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression
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ART 2295 - Internship in Studio Art Credits: 1-4
Supervised field experiences in appropriate settings, usually off-campus, designed to assist students in acquiring and using skills and knowledge of the discipline unique to the selected topic.
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ART 2298 - Independent Studies in Studio Art Credits: 1-4
Directed study planned and conducted with reference to the needs of those students who are candidates for departmental honors. Qualified students who are not candidates for such honors but who desire to do independent studies are also admitted with permission of the Department.
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ART 3306 - Printmaking Credits: 4
A study of the principles of printmaking, with emphasis on wood and linoleum printing, seriography, intaglio and, in special cases, lithography.
Additional fees may apply.
Prerequisite(s) ART-1101 or FYS-1196
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ART 3308 - Creative Wax Working Credits: 4
The course offers insight into the techniques used in creating wax models for jewelry and small metal pieces. Students will learn how this technique can add new dimension to creating art pieces in metal, how it enables us to create complex curves, textures and surfaces that would be impossible to execute in sheet metal. Students will go through the full process of making cast pieces: from making a wax model with simple hand tools to having the final model cast in metal (bronze or brass). They will learn step-by-step how to carve and sculpt wax to create a custom design piece, how to apply surface textures, and how to sand and polish the cast metal piece to end up with a fully finished, unique item.
In this course students will also learn how to carry out a custom design piece, how to turn a simple idea or inspiration into a piece of art. They will be encouraged to follow through with an idea, to make initial sketches and carry this idea to completion.
This course is offered at the Budapest campus.
Prerequisite(s) ART-1101
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ART 3310 - Watercolor Credits: 4
Watercolor is a transparent, paper-born form of painting. Through a series of assignments of increasing difficulty, which include still lives, portraits, landscapes, and free compositions, you will learn and practice many beautiful techniques. Basic drawing skills will be emphasized within this course as well. Suitable for beginners and advanced art students. Basic art supplies.
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression
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ART 3313 - Painting Credits: 4
An introductory course in oil painting with emphasis on realistic or recognizable objects. The mixing and application of paint to the painting surface and at least five painting techniques are studied.
Additional course fees apply.
Prerequisite(s) ART-1101 or FYS-1196
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ART 3317 - Color in Art and Design Credits: 4
A studio course that explores the impact of changing visual relationships emphasizing color concepts, with focus on pigment mixing and interaction exercises, using various color systems.
McDaniel Plan: Creative Expression
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ART 3318 - Graphic Design II Credits: 4
This studio course serves as a continuation of concepts and skills developed in Graphic Design I. Students will expand their visual vocabularies and capacities for solving communication problems. Research, idea generation, form and media studies, as well as analysis and discussion of student’s own work, will enable students to become more familiar with the graphic design process.
Prerequisite(s) ART-1116
McDaniel Plan: Experiential Learning
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ART 3319 - New Media Art Credits: 4
This intermedia studio course will introduce students to contemporary new media art practices. In response to contemporary trends, students will produce work that may be a combination of analog and digital media, based on a post-studio practice, and that envisions the future of art media and its presentation. Examples of projects may include VR, projection, mobile device as studio, or painting as screen. Students will work with a variety of media including sculpture, painting, the computer and other technology.
Additional course fees may apply.
Prerequisite(s) ART-2206 or permission of the instructor
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ART 3395 - Internship in Studio Art Credits: 1-4
Supervised field experiences in appropriate settings, usually off-campus, designed to assist students in acquiring and using skills and knowledge of the discipline unique to the selected topic.
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ART 3398 - Independent Studies in Studio Art Credits: 1-4
Directed study planned and conducted with reference to the needs of those students who are candidates for departmental honors. Qualified students who are not candidates for such honors but who desire to do independent studies are also admitted with permission of the Department.
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ART 4100 - Advanced Studio I Credits: 4
A studio experience that emphasizes the process of developing a personal and informed individualized visual language is the focus of this sequence of courses. Analysis of work through critique and familiarization with contemporary ideas is emphasized.
All four sections meet at the same time (as one class), so students in Advanced Studio II (4200), Advanced Studio III (4300), and Advanced Studio IV (4400) can act as mentors to students in Advanced Studio I (4100).
Additional course fees may apply.
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ART 4200 - Advanced Studio II Credits: 4
A studio experience that focuses on the process of developing a personal and informed individualized visual language is the focus of this sequence of courses. Analysis of work through critique and familiarization with contemporary ideas is emphasized. Students in Advanced Studio II should be continuing to develop ideas begun in Advanced Studio I, and the quality and level of the work is expected to be beyond that of the previous level.
All four sections meet at the same time (as one class), so students in Advanced Studio II (4200), Advanced Studio III (4300), and Advanced Studio IV (4400) can act as mentors to students in Advanced Studio I (4100).
Additional course fees may apply.
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ART 4300 - Advanced Studio III Credits: 4
A studio experience that focuses on the process of developing a personal and informed individualized visual language is the focus of this sequence of courses. Analysis of work through critique and familiarization with contemporary ideas is emphasized. Students in Advanced Studio II should be continuing to develop ideas begun in Advanced Studio I, and the quality and level of the work is expected to be beyond that of the previous level.
All four sections meet at the same time (as one class), so students in Advanced Studio II (4200), Advanced Studio III (4300), and Advanced Studio IV (4400) can act as mentors to students in Advanced Studio I (4100).
Additional course fees may apply.
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ART 4400 - Advanced Studio IV Credits: 4
A studio experience that focuses on the process of developing a personal and informed individualized visual language is the focus of this sequence of courses. Analysis of work through critique and familiarization with contemporary ideas is emphasized. Students in Advanced Studio IV should be continuing to develop ideas begun in Advanced Studio III, and the quality and level of the work is expected to be beyond that of the previous level.
All four sections meet at the same time (as one class), so students in Advanced Studio II (4200), Advanced Studio III (4300), and Advanced Studio IV (4400) can act as mentors to students in Advanced Studio I (4100).
Additional course fees may apply.
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ART 4492 - Exhibition/Professional Practice Credits: 2
This course will prepare students for their Senior Exhibition and design a portfolio for entering the job market. Students will curate and prepare their art work according to professional exhibition standards under the careful guidance of a faculty member. Students will be involved with the marketing of their work for the senior exhibition, as well as the job market. Implicitly, this course will prepare McDaniel Art Students for art related jobs, graduate school, and future professional exhibitions.
Additional capstone fee applies.
McDaniel Plan: Experiential; My Career
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ART 4495 - Internship in Studio Art Credits: 1-4
Supervised field experiences in appropriate settings, usually off-campus, designed to assist students in acquiring and using skills and knowledge of the discipline unique to the selected topic.
McDaniel Plan: Experiential; My Career
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ART 4498 - Independent Studies in Studio Art Credits: 1-4
Directed study planned and conducted with reference to the needs of those students who are candidates for departmental honors. Qualified students who are not candidates for such honors but who desire to do independent studies are also admitted with permission of the Department.
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ASL 1003 - American Sign Language I Lab Credits: 0
Co-requisite ASL-1101 or FYS-1142
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ASL 1004 - American Sign Language II Lab Credits: 0
Co-requisite ASL-1102
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ASL 1101 - American Sign Language I Credits: 4
An introduction to the grammar and structure of American Sign Language (ASL) as a second language learning experience for students with no or limited knowledge of ASL. Immersion and interpersonal communication will be emphasized. Students learn grammar in the context of communicative activities. The Signing Naturally I units 1 through 6 including additional cultural information will be covered. The course includes language laboratory that encourages development of sign skills and is an integral component of the course.
(This course is taught in ASL only.)
Co-requisite ASL-1003
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ASL 1102 - American Sign Language II Credits: 4
A continuation of American Sign Language I with the expansion of conversational language skills as the medium of communication is emphasized. The Signing Naturally I units 7 through 12 including additional cultural information will be covered. The course includes language laboratory that encourages development of sign skills and is an integral component of the course.
(This course is taught in ASL only.)
Prerequisite(s) ASL-1101 or placement
Co-requisite ASL-1004
McDaniel Plan: Second Language
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ASL 1140 - Dominican Republic and the Educational Life Experiences of the Deaf Credits: 2
Students will be involved in presenting instructional activities at the National Deaf School of the Dominican Republic as well as at a private school serving Deaf students with learning disabilities and behavior issues. Registration in a study tour does not guarantee participation. The faculty leader for the study must provide final approval for all registered students to participate. By registering for this class you agree to allow the Office of Student Affairs to review and approve your student record along with the faculty instructor of the class. Your enrollment in this class is not final until Student Affairs and the faculty instructor for the class approve your registration.
Prerequisite(s) ASL 1102
McDaniel Plan: January Term; Experiential
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ASL 2012 - Fingerspelling & Numbers Credits: 2
This course will introduce the grammatical foundations and mechanics of fingerspelling and numbers used in ASL, increasing fluency in fingerspelling and numbers for the ASL learner. In this course, developing fundamental skills in ASL receptive and expressive skills associated with fingerspelling and numbers will also be covered.
Prerequisite(s) ASL-1101
McDaniel Plan: January Term
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ASL 2013 - The Deaf Narrative Credits: 4
This course examines the portrayal of D/deaf individuals and/or the Deaf community within the context of literature. Students are given opportunities to view, analysis, and criticize texts from a socio-cultural perspective and how various mediums influence the greater perspective of the Deaf community. (Taught in ASL, but voice interpreters available.)
Prerequisite(s) ENG-1101
McDaniel Plan: Multicultural; Social, Cultural and Historical Understanding
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ASL 2201 - American Sign Language III Lab Credits: 0
Co-requisite ASL-2211
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ASL 2202 - American Sign Language IV Lab Credits: 0
Co-requisite ASL-2212
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ASL 2211 - American Sign Language III Credits: 4
A continuation of American Sign Language II, with strategies for conversation on topics, vocabulary, and grammar previously introduced. Portions of the Signing Naturally II series including in-depth cultural information and appropriate cultural behaviors will be covered. The course includes language laboratory that encourages development of sign skills and is an integral component of the course. An assessment of signing skills (ASLPI) may be required.
(This course is taught in ASL only.)
Prerequisite(s) ASL-1102 or placement
Co-requisite ASL-2201
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ASL 2212 - American Sign Language IV Credits: 4
This advanced American Sign Language course focuses on proficiency in receptive and expressive skills. The Signing Naturally II and III series, including in-depth cultural information and appropriate cultural behaviors will be used. The course includes language laboratory that encourages development of sign skills and is an integral component of the course. An assessment of signing skills (ASLPI) may be required.
(This course is taught in ASL only.)
Prerequisite(s) ASL-2211
Co-requisite ASL-2202
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ASL 2230 - Educational and Life Experiences of Deaf People Credits: 4
A general orientation to the life experiences of Deaf people with emphasis on their educational experiences. An overview of the historical, philosophical, and social aspects of Deaf education and the lives of Deaf people in the United States will be included.
Voice interpreter provided.
McDaniel Plan: Multicultural
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ASL 3003 - American Sign Lang V Lab Credits: 0
Co-requisite ASL-3303
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ASL 3100 - ASL House Study Credits: 1
Study related to participation at the ASL Language House. Special emphasis is placed on signing ASL, participating in and organizing cultural events and conversation hours.
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ASL 3303 - American Sign Language V Credits: 4
This course provides opportunities for advanced skill development emphasizing differences across various linguistic registers. Discourse analysis will be introduced and linguistic structures of ASL and English will be compared. The Signing Naturally III series will be covered. The course includes language laboratory that encourages development of sign skills and is an integral component of the course. An assessment of signing skills (ASLPI) may be required.
(This course is taught in ASL only.)
Course fee $75
Prerequisite(s) ASL 2212
Co-requisite ASL-3003
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ASL 3338 - Linguistics of American Sign Language Credits: 4
This course provides an analysis of the major structural features of American Sign Language phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and discourse.
Prerequisite(s) ASL-2212
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ASL 3339 - ASL Literature and Poetry Credits: 4
This course focuses on literary connections through American Sign Language Literature and Poetry. Topics include ASL literature, ASL literacy, storytelling, and personal narratives. Students will have opportunities to view, analyze, and critique ASL passages as well as create ASL stories. (Taught in ASL.)
Prerequisite(s) ASL-2212 and ASL-2230
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ASL 3369 - American Deaf Culture Credits: 4
This course provides the student with a perspective on Deaf people who use American Sign Language and their cultural identity. The course is based on a cultural perspective as an alternative to the pathological model and explores the historical evolution of the Deaf community in terms of language, self-image, culture, and arts.
Prerequisite(s) ASL- 2212 and ASL-2230
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ASL 3370 - International Perspectives on Sign Languages and Deaf Culture Credits: 4
The study of diverse signed language and socio political structures of Deaf communities in various countries and the impact on society. This course provides a global perspective of a linguistic and cultural minority group.
Prerequisite(s) ASL-2212 and ASL-2230
McDaniel Plan: International Nonwestern; Social, Cultural, and Historical Understanding
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ASL 3395 - Internship American Sign Language Credits: 1-4
Supervised field experiences in appropriate settings, usually off-campus, designed to assist students in acquiring and using skills and knowledge of the discipline unique to the selected topic.
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ASL 3398 - Independent Study in ASL Credits: 1-4
Directed study planned and conducted with reference to the needs of those students.
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ASL 4492 - Seminar in ASL Studies Credits: 4
This course examines current trends and issues in the study of ASL and ASL Linguistics as it relates to the socio-cultural aspect of the Deaf community.
Prerequisite(s) ASL-3369
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ASL 4495 - Internship American Sign Language Credits: 1-4
Supervised field experiences in appropriate settings, usually off-campus, designed to assist students in acquiring and using skills and knowledge of the discipline unique to the selected topic.
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AST 4492 - Senior Capstone in Asian Studies Credits: 4
The Senior Capstone in Asian Studies is designed as an individual research project directed by a member of the Asian Studies Faculty and approved by the Program Coordinator. The research project or paper will reflect the depth, breadth, and focus of the student’s educational experience in Asian Studies, and will be shared with faculty and students in an oral presentation during the Spring Semester of the senior year. The course will function as an independent study, during which the student will work toward the completion of the final, culminating project.
Prerequisite(s) Completion of the required course work for the major in Asian Studies
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AST 4498 - IS: Asian Studies Credits: 4
Asian Studies individual research or study project.
Prerequisites/Co-requisites Completion of the required course work for the major in Asian Studies
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BIO 1101 - Principles of Biology I Lab Credits: 0
This course is intended for prospective science majors and is required, along with BIO 1112 before all Biology courses at the 2000 level or above. It focuses on unifying concepts of species and adaptation of species to change. The first semester is an overview of cell biology including cell structure, cell metabolism, cell reproduction, enzyme action, DNA, protein, and genetics. The laboratory emphasizes basic techniques and is an integral component of each semester.
Co-requisite BIO-1111
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BIO 1104 - Human Anatomy Lab Credits: 0
This course uses laboratory activities to study the anatomical structure of the human body. The labs involve a balance between gross anatomical study and histology and are intended to supplement the material presented in the Human
Anatomy lecture course.
Co-requisite BIO-1120
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BIO 1111 - Principles of Biology Credits: 4
This course is intended for prospective science majors and is required before all Biology courses at the 2000 level or above. It focuses on unifying themes and principles including evolution and the relationship of structure to function. The laboratory emphasizes basic skills and is an integral component of the semester. Course requires concurrent laboratory.
Required before any Biology courses at the 2000 level or above; may be taken in either the first or second semester.
Co-requisite BIO-1101
McDaniel Plan: Scientific Inquiry with Laboratory
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BIO 1117 - Topics in Biology Credits: 4
This course is the second introductory course in the Biology major. In it students will continue to explore the principles of biology established in the first semester course, but within the narrower focus of a topic that varies by instructor. Besides mastering course content, students will also develop some of the skills of successful scientists, such as critically reading scientific literature, learning the basic conventions of writing in biology, or interpreting experimental data.
Prerequisite(s) Biology 1111
McDaniel Plan: Scientific Inquiry
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BIO 1118 - Human Biology Credits: 4
The biology of people, including study of human evolution, human ecology, anatomy, physiology, and genetics. These topics are studied with a view toward the appreciation of scientific and medical research affecting all our lives.
Intended for non-science majors. Budapest campus only.
McDaniel Plan: Scientific Inquiry.
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BIO 1120 - Human Anatomy Credits: 4
A study of the anatomical structure of the human body. The basic concepts of anatomy: gross, microscopic, developmental, and clinical - will be studied by organ systems. Form-function relationships will be emphasized. This functional anatomy approach will explain how the shape and composition of the anatomical structures allow them to perform their functions. This course is appropriate for students interested in careers in health, fitness, wellness, recreation, physical therapy, athletic training, coaching, medicine, nursing, or other fields where knowledge of the human body may be important.
Note: This course does not fulfill requirements of a Biology major.
Co-requisite BIO-1104
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BIO 1172 - Tropical Marine Biology (Field Study) Credits: 2
We will spend a week visiting San Salvador island in the Bahamas examining complex ecosystems associated with patch and barrier reefs, intertidal zones and estuaries as well as exploring a variety of terrestrial ecosystems. We will also spend a week on a liveaboard dive boat SCUBA diving in the Exumas islands of the Bahamas. We will conduct a variety of service and conservation activities while diving.
McDaniel Plan: January Term; Experiential
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BIO 2003 - Genetics Lab Credits: 0
Students will use several model organisms and techniques to explore classical and molecular genetics.
Co-requisite BIO-2203
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BIO 2011 - Human Physiology Lab Credits: 0
This course uses laboratory experiences to study the functions of the human organism. Students will use standard physiological assessment tools, computer simulations, and the scientific
literature to gain a better understanding of human physiology. Intended for those majoring in Kinesiology. This course does not fulfill requirements of a Biology major.
Prerequisite(s) BIO-1117 or KIN-2200
Co-requisite BIO-2211
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BIO 2201 - Vertebrate Diversity Credits: 4
A study of vertebrate structure with an emphasis on taxonomic diversity. Phylogenetic systematic approaches to vertebrate phylogeny will be explored. The laboratory will survey the vertebrates; trips to the field will be used to explore the local fauna.
Prerequisite(s) BIO-1111 and BIO-1117
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BIO 2202 - Comparative Anatomy of Vertebrates Credits: 4
A study of vertebrate structure in relation to phylogeny, ontogeny, and function, emphasizing morphological adaptation for function. The laboratory investigation compares the detailed anatomy of a fish (shark), an amphibian (Necturus), and a mammal (cat).
Course includes laboratory.
Prerequisite(s) BIO-1111 and BIO-1117
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BIO 2203 - Genetics Credits: 4
A study of the concepts of classical and contemporary genetics. The action of genetic mechanisms at various levels of biological organization (molecular, cellular, organismal, and population) and in a variety of cells and organisms is included.
Course includes laboratory.
Prerequisite(s) BIO 1111 and BIO 1117
Co-requisite BIO 2003
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BIO 2204 - Botany Credits: 4
Ecology and evolution of plants. The morphology, physiology, and genetic systems of plants are studied as adaptational responses set by evolutionary history and environmental constraints.
Course includes laboratory.
Prerequisite(s) BIO-1111 and BIO-1117
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BIO 2206 - Epidemiology Credits: 4
A study of the science of disease incidence, spread, prevention, and control in human populations. The course will examine descriptive and quantitative methods, public health surveillance methods, and outbreak analysis techniques. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Morbidity and Mortality reports will be emphasized.
Prerequisite(s) BIO-1111 and BIO-1117
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BIO 2207 - Evolution Credits: 4
The evidence, the mode, and the implications of organic evolution treated in such a manner as to emphasize the function of evolution as the greatest general unifying principle in biology. Special attention is paid to the many recent contributions of research to this field.
Prerequisite(s) BIO-1111 and BIO-1117
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BIO 2208 - Molecular Biology Credits: 4
An introduction to the theory and methodology of molecular biology. The transition from DNA to RNA to protein will be explored along with a basic toolkit of laboratory techniques that are used in their analysis. There will also be an introduction to bioinformatics and genomics.
Prerequisite(s) BIO-1111 and BIO-1117
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