Academic Catalog 2016-2017 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
Academic Catalog 2016-2017 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Click here to view the Texas Common Course Numbering System.

Each course includes an academic discipline prefix followed by four numerals (Example: HIST 3305). The first numeral indicates the academic level of a course; Academic Achievement is indicated by a “0”; freshman-level courses by a “1”; sophomore-level courses by a “2”; junior/senior-level courses by a “3” or “4”; courses restricted to graduate students by a “5.”

After taking a higher level course, a student is not allowed to take the prerequisite of the course for credit. For example, if a student successfully completed MATH 1304 - College Algebra, the student would not be allowed to take ACAC 0325 - Pre-Algebra and ACAC0326 - Elementary Algebra or MATH1300 - Intermediate Algebra.

The second digit indicates the semester hour credit given for the course. The third and fourth digits represent the position of the course in the sequence of offerings by the discipline.

Example: HIST 3305

  HIST - History curriculum
  3 - Junior level course
  3 - Three semester hours credit
  05 - Fifth course in the sequence of history courses

Other indicators used in the numbering system include:

  1. Career and Technology courses are indicated by CTED prefix.
  2. Hyphenated numbers, which indicate that the first semester course is usually a prerequisite to the second (GERM 1301-1302).
  3. Directed Study Courses indicated by a section number of 99 (HIST 3305.99).
  4. Practicum Courses indicated by a 60-69 in the final two digits (EDUC 4361).
  5. Experimental/Special Courses indicated by a 79X in the final digits (ENGL 4379X).
  6. Honor Courses indicated by a 90-99 in the final two digits (MATH 4691).

Not every course is offered regularly. Students should consult the Schedule of Classes to ascertain which courses are actually offered during a given semester.

***CHIN, FREN, GERM, LATN, and SPAN 1301 and CHIN, FREN, GERM, LATN, and SPAN 1302 may be taught at external campuses as three-hour courses without additional emphasis given to the communicative aspect.**

** BIOL 1300, BIOL 2301, BIOL 4307,GEOL 1301, GEOL 1304, GEOL 3302, GEOL 3304, GEOL 3305, GEOL 3309, GEOL 4307, and ENVS 3301 may be taught at external campuses as three hour courses without labs and without fees.**

Course Numbering System

Number  Eligibility
0100-0300 Developmental or Ensemble course
1000-1400 Freshman course
2000-2400 Sophomore course
3000-3400 Junior course
4000-4600 Senior course
5000-6600 Graduate course

Please note, when searching courses by Code or Number, an asterisk (*) can be used to return mass results. For instance a Code search of ” 23* ” can be entered, returning all 2300 level courses.

 

Spanish

  
  • SPAN 3315 - Spanish for Law Enforcement


    3 hrs

    Aids the student in developing practical and functional Spanish communication skills needed to perform in the field of justice administration, including street Spanish, Spanish of the Southwest, and certain legal terminology. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2302 
  
  • SPAN 3316 - Special Topics in Spanish


    3 hrs

    Topics vary to include subjects, genres, themes not exclusively covered in other Spanish language courses; possible topics include The Latin American Short Story, Contemporary Spanish Novels, Modernism in Spanish Literature. Note: May be repeated when topics change. Prerequisite(s): Advanced standing.
  
  • SPAN 3322 - Advanced Grammar and Composition I


    3 hrs

    A review of the major grammatical structures of the Spanish language, along with advanced concepts of grammar and syntax, to enhance the student’s knowledge of the written language. Note: Required for all Spanish majors and Spanish teaching certification students. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2302 
  
  • SPAN 3323 - Advanced Grammar and Composition II


    3 hrs

    Second half of Advanced Grammar and Composition. Emphasis on review and study of advanced, complex grammatical structures beyond the verb system, such as direct and indirect objects, other pronouns, and problematic structures in the language. Continued acquisition of vocabulary and written practice in the language through compositions to enhance the student’s written proficiency in the Spanish language. Note: Required for all Spanish majors and Spanish teaching certification students. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 3322 
  
  • SPAN 4101 - Spanish Major Capstone Course


    1 hrs

    Mandatory for all Plainview, non-Education Spanish majors in one of last two semesters immediately prior to graduation, the course familiarizes Spanish majors with possible career opportunities, job searches, resume development, graduate school applications, interviewing skills, etc.; includes major field exam. Prerequisite(s): Minimum of 30 hours toward Spanish major, or consent of Dean of School of Languages and Literature.
  
  • SPAN 4302 - Literature of Spain


    3 hrs

    Survey of Spanish literature from its earliest beginnings to the present. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 3312  or consent of instructor.
  
  • SPAN 4305 - Spanish-American Literature


    3 hrs

    Survey of Spanish-American Literature from the discovery of America to the present. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 3312  or consent of instructor.
  
  • SPAN 4306 - Methods of Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language


    3 hrs

    An overview of current methods of teaching a foreign language. Note: Required for all Spanish teaching certification students. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 3322 
  
  • SPAN 4307 - Latin American Essays


    3 hrs

    A study of the representative works of Latin American essayists to expose the students to the proper method of writing essays in Spanish, and to study the intellectual thoughts of the major essayists of Latin America. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 3312  or consent of instructor.

Special Education

  
  • EDSP 2304 - Introduction to Special Education


    3 hrs

    Course consists of: developmental stages and characteristics of students with disabilities; historical, legal, and ethical foundations for special education, vocabulary, terminology, and acronyms for special education and field experience working with students who have disabilities. Field experience: 6 hours.
  
  • EDSP 3305 - Trends, Issues, Policies and Procedures


    3 hrs

    Course consists of: legal, ethical, professional, and procedural issues in special education; review/attendance of actual legal or administrative proceedings involving special education issues. Field experience 5 hours.
  
  • EDSP 3306 - Instructional Strategies in Special Education


    3 hrs

    Course consists of: specific modifications, including assistive technology and instructional techniques for students with disabilities. How to write and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEP’s). Writing lesson plans using a Multiple Intelligences approach that address the individual needs of all students, regular and special education alike, for use in an inclusionary classroom. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2304  and EDUC 3302 .
  
  • EDSP 3308 - Assessment of Students with Special Needs


    3 hrs

    Course consists of: writing and administering skill-specific tests for students with disabilities; writing reports on test results from these individual assessments. Analyzing specific needs of students with disabilities, and then writing assessments that meet these needs. Field experience where students go out into the special education classrooms, work with students, develop assessments for these students, and then administer said exams. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2304  Field experience: 6 hours.
  
  • EDSP 4305 - Teaching Math to Students with Special Needs


    3 hrs

    Course consists of: study of specific disabilities associated with mathematics instruction. Implementation of specific learning strategies that work well with students who have disabilities in math. Creation of math lessons that are used with students who have disabilities in math. Problem-solving skills, number theory, geometry, and the use of assistive technology for students with disabilities in math. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2304 
  
  • EDSP 4315 - Strategies for Management of Behavior


    3 hrs

    Course consists of federal definitions for emotional disturbance and behavioral disorders. Specific behaviors associated with EBD and behavior management techniques used with students who have EBD. Field experience working with students who are emotionally/behaviorally disordered. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2304  Field experience 5 hours.
  
  • EDSP 4347 - Teaching Reading/Language Arts to Students with Special Needs


    3 hrs

    Today’s teachers need to be skilled and avid connoisseurs of evidence-based practices in the classroom. This class will explore current, comprehensive, practical approaches for teaching students with mild to moderate disabilities. Students will learn how to consistently assess, plan, organize, implement, and evaluate instruction based on knowledge of the learner, intended learner outcomes, and the curriculum. Diversity and assessment are thoroughly integrated throughout the comprehensive coverage of both traditional and contemporary approaches to teaching. Considerable attention is given to classroom integration of both educational and assistive technologies. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2304 
  
  • EDSP 4349 - Teaching Students with Low Incidence Disabilities


    3 hrs

    In this courses students will receive: strong foundation for working with students with severe disabilities, a foundation for best practices, performance-based assessments for this population of students, appropriate programming, and various issues that affect the lives of persons with moderate and severe disabilities. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2304  & EDUC 3302  
  
  • EDSP 4350 - Teaching Students with High Incidence Disabilities


    3 hrs

    In this course students will learn; comprehensive and engaging overview of characteristics, assessment and current issues related to the education of students with high incidence disabilities, up to date information on learning disabilities, behavioral disorders, mild mental retardation and other high incidence disabilities. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2304  & EDUC 3302  
  
  • EDSP 5304 - Survey of Exceptionalities


    3 hrs

    Course consists of: In depth study of the 13 exceptionalities recognized by federal law. Research into the stages, characteristics, and needs of children and youth with disabilities. Research of terminology and acronyms associated with special education and study of transitional and family services as they apply to students with special needs. Field experience of 8 hours.
  
  • EDSP 5305 - Special Education Law


    3 hrs

    Course consists of: research and exploration of Special Education Law and its impact on schools today. Students will utilize case studies and code of ethics research. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5304  Field Experience 5 hours.
  
  • EDSP 5306 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Students with Disabilities


    3 hrs

    Course consists of: research and analysis of specific instructional strategies used with students who have disabilities. Testing techniques and IEP development strategies and data analysis for assessment data collected on students with disabilities. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5304 
  
  • EDSP 5307 - Math Instruction from the Special Education Perspective


    3 hrs

    Teachers will learn the unique perspectives of teaching math to students with disabilities. Teachers will explore mathematical concepts and strategies for students who struggle with math in the classroom due to an IDEA disability.
  
  • EDSP 5308 - Appraisal of Students with Disabilities


    3 hrs

    Course consists of: study and practice various assessment techniques for students with disabilities. Research of procedures for administering assessments to students with disabilities. Field experience where tests are administered individually. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5304  Field experience: 6 hours.
  
  • EDSP 5315 - Behavior Management Techniques for Students with Disabilities


    3 hrs

    Course consists of: in-depth study of ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis), proactive intervention strategies, reinforcement and reductive techniques, and crisis prevention strategies. Research of behavior interventions for individuals and groups with EBD. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5304  Field experience: 5 hours.
  
  • EDSP 5349 - Low Incidence Disabilities in the Special Education Classroom


    3 hrs

    In this course students will learn: basic concepts that are central to the eduction of students with severe disabilities; factors that make successful partnerships between home and school, basic strategies and tools that educators use in concert with other team members plan, teach and monitor the progress of their students, principles of positive behavior support, health care procedures required by some students during the school day, skills of caring for oneself, strategies that teams can use to promote membership , functional communication, basic skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and science, instruction of skills to increase active participation in home and community life, and preparation for the transition to adulthood. (Field Experience - 10 hours)
  
  • EDSP 5350 - Characteristics of Learners with High Incidence Disabilities


    3 hrs

    In this course, students will learn: perspectives on disability, issues in assessment and identification of students with mild disabilities, issues on instruction and placement characteristics of intellectual disabilities, emotional disturbance, ADHD, and Autism. Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing.
  
  • EDSP 5353 - Internship in Educational Diagnostics


    3 hrs

    Course consists of: Culmination of field experience and one-semester apprenticeship served at the end of preparation program. Intern works alongside a licensed professional educational diagnostician in a testing setting with a minimum of 6 weeks of full responsibility in the testing environment. Internship consist of 300 hours of professional experience. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5358  and EDSP 5359 
  
  • EDSP 5357 - Teaching Students with Reading, Language, and Communication Disorders


    3 hrs

    Course consists of: research based instruction for students with special needs. IEP implementation of literacy, phonological awareness, word study and spelling, fluency, comprehension, and writing across content areas, as well as functional analysis and interventions for students with language and communication disorders. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5304 
  
  • EDSP 5358 - Achievement, Ability, and Processing Tests


    3 hrs

    Course consists of: theory and application of administering, scoring, and interpreting testing instruments designed to measure school achievement, cognitive processing, and academic abilities in psycho-educational evaluations. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5304 
  
  • EDSP 5359 - Individual Cognitive Assessment


    3 hrs

    Course consists of: administration, scoring, and interpretation of Individual intelligence and cognitive assessment instruments. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5304 

Theatre

  
  • THEA 1101 - Theatre Activities: Sceneries and Properties


    1 hrs

    Opportunity to participate in activities utilizing scenery and properties.
  
  • THEA 1102 - Theatre Activities: Lighting and Sound


    1 hrs

    Opportunity to participate in activities utilizing lighting and sound.
  
  • THEA 1103 - Theatre Activities: Costume and Makeup


    1 hrs

    Opportunity to participate in activities utilizing costume and makeup.
  
  • THEA 1303 - Introduction to Theatre


    3 hrs

    A survey of the theatre including history, aesthetics, production, literary movements, criticism, and theatrical styles and forms. Viewing live productions and films is required.
  
  • THEA 2101 - Rehearsal and Production: Acting


    1 hrs

    A study of acting in one university theatre production.
  
  • THEA 2102 - Rehearsal and Production: Directing


    1 hrs

    A study of directing in one university theatre production.
  
  • THEA 2103 - Rehearsal and Production: Stage Management


    1 hrs

    A study of stage management in one university theatre production.
  
  • THEA 2307 - Acting I


    3 hrs

    Basic approaches to acting, including improvisation, movement, voice, character, and ensemble. Designed to achieve an awareness of and control over the actor’s instrument.
  
  • THEA 3100 - Audition & Performance I


    1 hrs

    Basic approaches to auditioning, including monologue selection, music selection, techniques and professional etiquette. It is designed to prepare actors to get work in the field. Prerequisite(s): THEA 2307 - Acting I 
  
  • THEA 3101 - Audition & Performance II


    1 hrs

    Advanced approaches to auditioning, including monologue and singing work, resume creation and head-shot acquisition. Designed to extend preparation for actors to gain employment in the field. Prerequisite(s): THEA 2307 - Acting I , THEA 3100 - Audition & Performance I 
  
  • THEA 3300 - Stage Makeup


    3 hrs

    A study of stage makeup equipment and application techniques, including special problem requirements.
  
  • THEA 3301 - Costume Design & Rendering


    3 hrs

    Artistic and practical consideration in designing theatrical costumes, as well as the drawing and rendering techniques for costume pre-visualization.
  
  • THEA 3302 - Scene Design


    3 hrs

    Artistic and practical consideration in designing stage scenery, as well as the drafting of plans and model construction.
  
  • THEA 3303 - Stage Lighting


    3 hrs

    Artistic and practical considerations in the design and execution of stage lighting.
  
  • THEA 3307 - Acting II


    3 hrs

    Studies in acting with emphasis on the demands of musical theater, special and personal performance problems; extensive scene work. Prerequisite(s): THEA 2307 - Acting I 
  
  • THEA 3308 - Film and Theatre


    3 hrs

    Methods used in the interpretation of fi lm and theatre as related art forms. Introduction into professional career opportunities where disciplines connect. Working with professionals in the field, viewing plays, films adapted from play and other films. Course Fee: $50
  
  • THEA 4305 - Fundamentals of Play Directing


    3 hrs

    A study of all aspects of play direction, from script analysis and coordination of production elements through performance. Prerequisite(s): THEA 1303  and THEA 2307 
  
  • THEA 4306 - Theatre History I


    3 hrs

    Theatre history from the Greeks to the 18th century with emphasis on major periods and influences on the contemporary theatre philosophy and style. Prerequisite(s): THEA 1303 
  
  • THEA 4307 - Theatre History II


    3 hrs

    Theatre history from the 18th century to the present day with emphasis on major periods and movements and the ensuing philosophies and styles. Prerequisite(s): THEA 1303 
  
  • THEA 4308 - Acting III


    3 hrs

    Period acting styles with emphasis on character analysis and development, special and personal performance problems; extensive scene work. Corequisite(s): THEA 3307 - Acting II 
  
  • THEA 4361 - Practicum in Theatre


    3 hrs

    Practical application of theatre techniques in production and presentation of a play or musical in various theatrical environments. Opportunities for confronting and dealing with problems in a professional or educational theatre situation.

Voice

  
  • VOIC 1101 - Class Voice


    1 hrs

    Study of the fundamentals of voice including breath control, resonance, and diction; attention directed to building a basic repertoire for the beginning voice student. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
  
  • VOIC 1102 - Class Voice


    1 hrs

    Study of the fundamentals of voice including breath control, resonance, and diction; attention directed to building a basic repertoire for the beginning voice student. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
  
  • VOIC 1105 - Private Voice


    1 hrs

    Study of the fundamentals of voice including breath control, resonance, and diction; attention directed to building a basic repertoire for the beginning voice student. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Course Fee: Refer to fee section of the catalog.
  
  • VOIC 1106 - Private Voice


    1 hrs

    Study of the fundamentals of voice including breath control, resonance, and diction; attention directed to building a basic repertoire for the beginning voice student. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Course Fee: Refer to fee section of the catalog.
  
  • VOIC 1205 - Private Voice


    2 hrs

    Study of the fundamentals of voice including breath control, resonance, and diction; attention directed to building a basic repertoire for the beginning voice student. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Course Fee: Refer to fee section of the catalog.
  
  • VOIC 1206 - Private Voice


    2 hrs

    Study of the fundamentals of voice including breath control, resonance, and diction; attention directed to building a basic repertoire for the beginning voice student. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Course Fee: Refer to fee section of the catalog.
  
  • VOIC 2105 - Private Voice


    1 hrs

    Continued study of vocal technique; in addition to compositions in English, literature includes art songs, recitatives, and arias in foreign language. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 1106  Course Fee: Refer to fee section of the catalog.
  
  • VOIC 2106 - Private Voice


    1 hrs

    Continued study of vocal technique; in addition to compositions in English, literature includes art songs, recitatives, and arias in foreign language. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 1106  Course Fee: Refer to fee section of the catalog.
  
  • VOIC 2205 - Private Voice


    2 hrs

    Continued study of vocal technique; in addition to compositions in English, literature includes art songs, recitatives, and arias in foreign language. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 1106  Course Fee: Refer to fee section of the catalog.
  
  • VOIC 2206 - Private Voice


    2 hrs

    Continued study of vocal technique; in addition to compositions in English, literature includes art songs, recitatives, and arias in foreign language. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 1106  Course Fee: Refer to fee section of the catalog.
  
  • VOIC 3105 - Private Voice


    1 hrs

    Intensive study of advanced vocal techniques; repertoire comprises more technically demanding French, German, Italian, and American art songs as well as recitatives and arias from both oratorio and opera. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 2106  Course Fee: Refer to fee section of the catalog.
  
  • VOIC 3106 - Private Voice


    1 hrs

    Intensive study of advanced vocal techniques; repertoire comprises more technically demanding French, German, Italian, and American art songs as well as recitatives and arias from both oratorio and opera. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 2106  Course Fee: Refer to fee section of the catalog.
  
  • VOIC 3205 - Private Voice


    2 hrs

    Intensive study of advanced vocal techniques; repertoire comprises more technically demanding French, German, Italian, and American art songs as well as recitatives and arias from both oratorio and opera. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 2106  Course Fee: Refer to fee section of the catalog.
  
  • VOIC 3206 - Private Voice


    2 hrs

    Intensive study of advanced vocal techniques; repertoire comprises more technically demanding French, German, Italian, and American art songs as well as recitatives and arias from both oratorio and opera. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 2106  Course Fee: Refer to fee section of the catalog.
  
  • VOIC 4105 - Private Voice


    1 hrs

    Emphasizes interpretation which is stylistically and artistically appropriate for the major periods of vocal literature. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 3106  Course Fee: Refer to fee section of the catalog.
  
  • VOIC 4106 - Private Voice


    1 hrs

    Emphasis upon interpretation which is stylistically and artistically appropriate for the major periods of vocal literature. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 4105 
  
  • VOIC 4205 - Private Voice


    2 hrs

    Emphasizes interpretation which is stylistically and artistically appropriate for the major periods of vocal literature. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 3106  Course Fee: Refer to fee section of the catalog.
  
  • VOIC 4206 - Private Voice


    2 hrs

    Emphasis upon interpretation which is stylistically and artistically appropriate for the major periods of vocal literature. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 4105 
 

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