Spring 12 - ITL 365, ITL 380
Autumn 12 - ITL 275, ITL 361, ITL 425
Spring 13 - ITL 271, ITL 380
ITL 100 : IT & Society - studies technology innovations that have changed society in fundamental ways, within the context of a more broadly defined discussion of the "history of technology." This course entails a combination of historical overview and a number of individual case studies of technology development and implementation. The latter will focus on issues of culture, the identification and solution of complex problems, and the unexpected consequences of technological advances. Prerequisites: none.
ITL 271 : New Media - serves as an introduction to electronic media theory and practice, by actively engaging students in the development and production of new media materials. Specifically, this course focuses primarily upon the development of graphic images and desktop publishing projects, as well as digital audio and video materials. Visual communication and media criticism will form the basis of the theoretical explorations of this course. Prerequisites: none.
ITL 275 : Web Design & Development - creates opportunities for students to develop Web-based materials and study the design issues surrounding their production. Coding within this course currently focuses upon XHTML and CSS. The study of hypertext environments as well as essential design principles forms the theoretical basis of the course. Students will also develop the practical ability to generate an informed critique of Internet resources, as well as a capacity for evaluation and assessment of such. This course also examines the history and social impact of the Internet. Prerequisites: none.
ITL 361 : Visual Communication - focuses upon the production of digital images. This class provides students with the opportunity to develop a thorough understanding of the theories of visual literacy, visual culture, and media criticism. This course focuses primarily upon the development of graphic imagery and the theory surrounding that development, as well as the interpretation of images. Prerequisites: ITL 271.
ITL 365 : Digital Film - provides students with the opportunity to develop a thorough understanding of video production and non-linear film editing. The activities of this course include individual as well as collaborative group development projects. Students will also study film, establish the ability to think and write carefully about film, and develop a critical eye for digital film enhancements and productions. Prerequisites: ITL 271.
ITL 380: Mobile Application Development - provides students with the opportunity to develop applications for mobile devices and study both graphic and interface designs of such products. This course explores numerous approaches and tools for generating content for mobile devices. Usability research as well as user-interface dsign form the theoretical basis of this course. Prerequisites: ITL 102, ITL 275.
ART/ITL 425 : Graphic Design Studio - focuses on producing portfolio quality work based on creative, visual problem solving. Class assignments build upon the theory and technical skills presented in the previous four courses in the Graphic Design concentration, for which this is the capstone experience. Prerequisites: ART 108, ART 112, ITL 271,& ITL 361.
ANT 380 : Classical Archaeology - A collection of case studies in classical archaeology, this course explores numerous sites through the study of text, imagery, and archaeological reports. The primary focus of the content resides on Greek and Roman archaeology; however the ancient Near East and Egypt are also considered. Prerequisites: ANT 175 & ANT 350.
ANT 385 : Archaeology of the Southwest US - A collection of case studies in southwest archaeology, this course explores numerous sites through the study of text, imagery, and archaeological reports. The primary focus of the content resides on the culture of the ancestral puebloans of the Colorado Plateau; however, other cultures that inhabited the area of modern-day Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Utah will also be studied. Prerequisites: ANT 175 & ANT 350.
ANT 498 : Archaeological Study Tour - Students in this course participate in structured archaeological field or laboratory experiences. These learning opportunities can take place either on or off campus, and vary for each offering of the course. This course is the capstone experience for Anthropology. Prerequisites: Senior, or permission of instructor.