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THEA 4060 - English/Theatre Studies in
Credits: 3
Identical to ENGL 4060.
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THEA 4200 - 20th Century Dance
Credits: 3
Intensely studies dance in 20th Century, emphasizing contemporary movement in modern, ballet, jazz and musical theatre dance. Examines social, political and aesthetic trends influencing dance theory and performance.
USP 2003-2014 Code U3CA,U3WC
USP 2015 Code U5C3
Prerequisite: THEA 2200 .
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THEA 4230 - Greek Tragedy
Credits: 3
Reading and discussion of major plays by Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides, together with examination of the performance and social context of Greek drama, its use of traditional myths, and selected issues in contemporary scholarship on the tragedies.
Cross Listed CLAS 4230 /ENGL 4230 .
Prerequisite: WB or COM2.
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THEA 4250 - Beginning Dance Composition
Credits: 2
Presents and criticizes movement studies based on various approaches to composition. Explores experimentation in choreography.
Prerequisite: THEA 2420 , THEA 2440 .
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THEA 4260 - Intermediate Dance Composition
Credits: 2‑3
Prerequisite: THEA 4250 and consent of instructor.
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THEA 4330 - History of American Musical Theatre
Credits: 3
History of the American Musical from its inception to today. Emphasis on developments and literature.
USP 2003-2014 Code U3WC
USP 2015 Code U5C3
Prerequisite: THEA 2010 , THEA 2020 , 6 hours in theatre at the 3000-level.
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THEA 4500 - Advanced Playwriting
Credits: 3
An intensive continuation of THEA 3500. Focuses on the creation, analysis and rewriting of play script(s), culminating in a public reading or performance of the script(s).
Prerequisite: THEA 2030 .
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THEA 4600 - Teaching Theatre Artists: Service Learning in the Community
Credits: 3
Focus on Service Learning in the Community. Students will have the opportunity to observe various settings in the community of development of theatre program. Some areas of observation and practicum include drama/theatre-in-education, community-issue-focused-theatre, and theatre with special populations, crisis prevention, drama therapy, Preventive Medical Agencies, etc.
Prerequisite: THEA 1100 .
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THEA 4700 - Auditioning and Careers in Dance
Credits: 1
Designed for dance majors as a culminating course in preparation for final semester auditions and applications for companies and graduate schools. Through this course, students will set career goals, create an audition portfolio, and gain exposure to the many challenges and opportunities in dance.
Prerequisite: senior standing, THEA 1021 , and one semester of THEA 4010 or THEA 4030 .
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THEA 4710 - Acting IV
Credits: 3
Max Credit 3
Involves intensive work at an advanced level dealing with individual actor’s problems through the medium of scene study.
Restricted Theatre & Dance majors, instructor permission
Prerequisite: THEA 3710
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THEA 4720 - Auditioning and Professional Issues
Credits: 3
Introduces actors to process of finding, preparing and executing successful audition material, including monologues, songs and dance combinations. Exposes actors to business aspects of the theatre world, including resumes, photos, contracts, unions, internships, apprenticeships, Equity Membership Candidacy programs, URTA’s and professional actor training graduate programs. Culminates preparation for final semester auditions for the company/school of choice.
Prerequisite: THEA 1100 , THEA 3710 and THEA 3740 .
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THEA 4730 - Movement for Actors II
Credits: 2
This course explores physical awareness, movement integration and non-verbal story telling as essential skills for the actor in all performance efforts.
Prerequisite: THEA 1100 and THEA 2720 .
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THEA 4770 - Summer Theatre
Credits: 1‑3
Offers credit for participation in the Wyoming Summer Theatre program in all phases of production.
When Offered (Offered summer session)
Prerequisite: 12 hours in theatre and consent of instructor.
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THEA 4800 - Stage Lighting-Production
Credits: 3
Explores design and execution of lighting for theatrical production. Includes practical laboratory work with Theatre & Dance productions.
Prerequisite: THEA 2800 , THEA 2900 , and 3805.
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THEA 4810 - Scene Design II
Credits: 3
Building on previous coursework, this course will focus on further development of the individual creative and design processes, honing research and presentation skills, and refinement of artistry and craftsmanship. Strong emphasis will be on the presentation of ideas and the advancement of the portfolio.
Prerequisite: THEA 2250 and THEA 3810 .
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THEA 4820 - Directing I
Credits: 3
Tools course. Focuses on basic pictorial and blocking skills of the director. Includes in-class exercises that cover structural and character analysis of play scripts, blocking annotation and prompt scripts, developing ground plans, creating compositions with emphasis, focus and balance, and employing movement as a dynamic tool. Requires two outside directing projects with verbal evaluations of all project work.
Prerequisite: THEA 2010 , THEA 2020 , THEA 3710 , and THEA 3810 or instructor permission.
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THEA 4830 - Directing II
Credits: 3
Focuses on creative process of developing directorial concepts, establishing the world and style of the play, working with the actor, and functioning as a designer. Includes exercises that analyze different directorial approaches, as well as the audition and casting process. Culminates one-act mounted production performed before invited audience.
Prerequisite: THEA 4820 and written permission of instructor.
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THEA 4845 - Costume Fit and Alteration
Credits: 3
Focuses on fitting modern clothing and historical costumes to individuals. Students learn how to identify fit issues in a fitting, make the proper corrections and fit the garment again. Students use a combination of previously constructed garments and also pattern garments to fit.
Prerequisite: FCSC 3174 (4170) or FCSC 3175 .
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THEA 4850 - Stage Costuming II
Credits: 3
Explores costume design, emphasizing various rendering techniques. Emphasis is placed on the portfolio.
Prerequisite: THEA 3820 .
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THEA 4880 - Advanced Theatre Practice
Credits: 1‑2
Prerequisite: 12 hours in theatre and consent of instructor.
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THEA 4930 - Theatre History I
Credits: 3
First semester of a one-year series. Surveys theatrical and dramatic practices from origins of Western European theatre to the theatre of the avant-garde. Specifically focuses on the climate of ideas and theoreticians, theatrical practitioners and audiences. Offered fall semester.
USP 2003-2014 Code U3WC
USP 2015 Code U5C3
Prerequisite: THEA 2010 , THEA 2020 , 6 hours in theatre at 3000-level.
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THEA 4940 - Theatre History II
Credits: 3
Second semester of a one-year series. Continues THEA 4930 .
Prerequisite: THEA 4930 .
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THEA 4950 - Senior Thesis
Credits: 3
Encompasses senior research project under faculty member guidance and supervision.
Prerequisite: senior standing.
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THEA 4960 - Senior Project
Credits: 1-3
Max Credit (Max. 3)
Exercise in the practical application of production, centered on a UW production, either main stage or studio. It may deal with design in scenery, costumes, properties, sound, makeup, playwriting, technical direction, directing, dance pedagogy, or choreography. The project is intended to be a “real” exercise in theatrical production.
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THEA 4975 - Theatre/Dance Internship
Credits: 1-12
Max Credit (Max. 12)
The intent of this course is designed to provide professional experiences to students outside of the academic curriculum of Theatre and Dance Department. It is designed to advance the students potential career opportunities and help advance their knowledge in the field.
Restricted Restricted to sophomores, juniors, and seniors.
Prerequisite: Must have completed 6 hours in the department of Theatre and Dance.
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THEA 4990 - Research in Theatre
Credits: 1‑3
Prerequisite: 6 hours in area of research and consent of instructor.
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COM 1 - Communication 1
Credits: 3
College Composition and Rhetoric must be completed with a C or better.
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COM 2 - Communication 2
Credits: 3
Max Credit 3
Successful completion of C1 is required prior to enrolling in a C2 course. This category can be fulfilled by courses taken from the student’s major department. Must be completed with a C or better.
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COM 3 - Communication 3
Credits: 3
Max Credit 3
Successful completion of C2 is required prior to enrolling in a C3 course. This category can be fulfilled by courses taken from the student’s major department. Must be completed with a C or better.
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D - - Diversity
Credits: 3
A&S Course: Diversity in the United States
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FYS- First Year - Seminar
Credits: 3
Provides the skills and philosophy necessary for success as a student and life-long learner. Students will have an opportunity to select from a wide range of academic courses covering unique and interesting subject matter focused on developing critical thinking, communication, and information literacy skills. Colleges, departments, and programs cannot require a particular first-year seminar class for a major. Must be completed with a C or better.
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G - - Global Awareness
Credits: 3
A&S Core: Global Awarness Course
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GRAD 5150 - Special Topics in ____:
Credits: 1-6
Max Credit 6
Courses of broad general appeal and an interdepartmental flavor will be offered from time to time under this title. Permits utilization of unusual faculty expertise and provides highly-specialized and particularly pertinent, timely subject matter.
Restricted Graduate students only
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H - - Human Culture (1)
Credits: 3
Max Credit 3
Approved coursework does not include courses taken within the student’s major department.
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H - - Human Culture (2)
Credits: 3
Max Credit 3
Approved coursework does not include courses taken from the students’ major department.
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PN - - Physical and Natural World (1)
Credits: 3
Max Credit 3
Approved coursework does not include courses taken from the students’ major department.
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PN - - Physical and Natural World (2)
Credits: 3
Max Credit 3
Approved coursework does not include courses taken from the students’ major department.
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Q - - Quantitative Reasoning
Credits: 3
Max Credit 3
All students must fulfill the Q requirement, either by placing out of the course or through successfully completing the Q course.
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UWYO 1000 - IC for Undeclared Students
Credits: 2
An introduction to the intellectual community of the University of Wyoming, information literacy, and higher education in general, and is specifically intended for students who have not yet made a decision about their college major. Students will begin to develop the critical thinking skills that are necessary in higher education and to explore the primary intellectual activities of various disciplines.
Cross Listed A&S 1000.
USP 2003-2014 Code U3I,U3L
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UWYO 1019 - UWYO Saddle Up
Credits: 1
This mandatory course provides a five-day intensive academic program emulating the rigors of a midterm week during a normal college semester.
USP 2015 Code U5FY
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UWYO 1050 - Student-Athlete Academic Success
Credits: 1
Introduces first-year student athletes to U. W. Includes an introduction to campus resources, time management and study skill techniques, exploration of learning styles, diversity topics, and strategic goal setting to be a successful student and athlete.
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UWYO 1060 - College Athletics and Society
Credits: 3
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UWYO 1101 - First-Year Seminar
Credits: 3
USP 2015 Code U5FY
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UWYO 1205 - Student Success Services First Year Seminar
Credits: 1
First year students enrolled in the Student Success Services project will learn how to utilize campus resources and understand, her/his interests and values and develop the ability to establish and work toward short-term and long-term career goals, apply personalized study strategies and interpret university, college, and departmental rules and regulations.
USP 2003-2014 Code U3I,U3L
Prerequisite: Freshman only (exclusively for students who are part of the SSS project).
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UWYO 1450 - Critical Reflection in Intellectual Communities
Credits: 3
Intellectual Community course for the Synergy learning community. Supports WA reading, research, and writing activities. Provides opportunities for students to read critically, conduct primary and secondary research, investigate diversity issues, develop computer literacy, and learn about the intellectual expectations of college life. Unaffiliated with a major department.
USP 2003-2014 Code U3I,U3L
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UWYO 1600 - Veterans Transition Course
Credits: 1
Provides returning veterans skills for successful transition to college and civilian life. Reviews tools for academic success, resources available to the veteran, information on veteran related challenges, and career planning resources. Students will develop skills in written, oral, and digital communication.
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester)
USP 2003-2014 Code U3I,U3L
USP 2015 Code U5C2
Prerequisite: Students must be a U. S. military veteran or an active duty military member.
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UWYO 3000 - Student Leadership in Supplemental Instruction
Credits: 2
Focuses on theoretical perspectives of group tutoring and peer leadership, best practices in supplemental instruction, and student reflection. Will strengthen leadership knowledge and skills and introduce effective methods for group facilitation and SI curriculum.
Prerequisite: closed to general enrollment.
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UWYO 3010 - Student-Athlete Leadership Skills
Credits: 1
Designed for students to gain and apply leadership skills among other topics such as healthy relationships, nutrition, budgeting, and preparing for internships. This course builds on UWYO 1050 Student-Athlete Academic Success, and prepares the student for UWYO 3050 Student-Athlete Career Preparation.
Prerequisite: COM1.
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UWYO 3050 - Student-Athlete Career Prep
Credits: 1
Works with junior and senior student-athletes as they prepare to leave college and embark on their career search. Includes topics such as: resume writing, cover letter writing, practice interviews, professional attire, interview etiquette, and mental health after college athletics.
Prerequisite: COM2.
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UWYO 3600 - Veterans: Campus-To-Career
Credits: 3
Provides veterans with skills for successful transition from campus to the global workforce. Reviews tools for career success, resources available to veterans, information on veteran related challenges, and career planning resources. Students will develop skills in written, oral, and digital communication. Students will explore web based job search platforms and attend job fairs. Course intended for U. S. military veterans or an active duty military member.
USP 2015 Code U5C3
Prerequisite: COM2.
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UWYO 4000 - Study Abroad
Credits: 1
Max Credit 15
This is a placeholder course and has no description
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UWYO 4101 - BGS Capstone Design
Credits: 3
The capstone course has two major focuses: encouraging you to reflect on and integrate the learning you’ve done on your way to this degree and offering you the chance to apply that learning towards an interesting, important problem that makes good use of your growing expertise. The course also provides you the chance to refine your career-advancement materials and to develop a stronger understanding of the norms and values of fields that interest you.
USP 2015 Code U5C3
Prerequisite: COM2.
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UWYO 4600 - Veteran Issues in Higher Ed
Credits: 3
Max Credit 3
This upper division course is designed to be a capstone veterans course that will explore the student veterans and service members (SVSMs) experience in higher education and how they experience those parts of the curriculum that influence their experience but are either not accounted for, or invisible. The course will investigate SVSMs experiences through Reflective Dialogue (RD).
Prerequisite: FYS & COM2
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UWYO 4965 - Directed Studies/Research Problems
Credits: 1-3
Max Credit (Max. 12)
Interdisciplinary international undergraduate research or short-term study abroad project under the supervision of a visiting faculty member. Topics and themes will vary based on the international research and study abroad opportunities available.
Prerequisite: Completion of COM1 and consent of instructor. Undergraduate status in good academic standing. Additional prerequisites will be determined by instructor of record.
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V - - U.S. & WY Constitution
Credits: 3
Max Credit 3
Approved V courses fulfill both US and Wyoming Constitutions requirements.
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WIND 2100 - Introduction to Disability Studies
Credits: 3
Provides students with an overview of the disability studies field. Students gain introductory knowledge about the disability studies perspective by examining the work of scholars from many academic backgrounds, which will facilitate students’ understanding of the interdisciplinary nature of disability studies.
USP 2003-2014 Code U3CH,U3D
USP 2015 Code U5H
A&S College Core 2015 ASD
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WIND 2500 - Special Topics
Credits: 1-3
Max Credit (Max. 6)
Provides undergraduate students with the opportunity to gain introductory knowledge of critical topics and new areas of inquiry in the field of disability studies.
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WIND 2700 - Gender and Disability
Credits: 3
Disability studies draws upon critical theory to investigate disability as a discursive construction. Investigates how intersecting conceptions of disability and gender have shaped cultural meanings and the social positioning of specific groups, especially women with disabilities. Topics include non-normative embodiment, issues of representation and subjectivity, and the politics of health, sexuality, and care.
Cross Listed GWST 2700 .
USP 2003-2014 Code U3D
USP 2015 Code U5H
A&S College Core 2015 ASD
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WIND 3150 - Literature and Medicine
Credits: 3
This course explores how literature and memoirs have grappled with illness, disease, and disability, paying particular attention to the perspectives of doctors, nurses, patients, families, and communities in shaping meanings of diagnoses, health, and access to care.
Prerequisite: Completion of COM1.
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WIND 4020 - Disability Studies Theory and Practice
Credits: 3
Explores the interdisciplinary nature of disability studies theory and scholarship, including investigation of embodied knowledge, cultural meanings, and socio-political practices related to disability. Students will develop in-depth critical disability research papers and deliver accessible, professional presentations.
Cross Listed SOWK 4020 .
Dual Listed WIND 5020 .
USP 2003-2014 Code U3CS
USP 2015 Code U5C3
Prerequisite: WIND 2100 or WB or COM2.
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WIND 4050 - Independent Study
Credits: 1-3
Max Credit (Max. 6)
Offers the advanced student the opportunity to pursue a topic of interest with the direction of an instructor in disability studies.
Dual Listed WIND 5050 .
Prerequisite: WB and consent of instructor.
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WIND 4100 - Global Disability Studies
Credits: 3
The course investigates global approaches to disability, including the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), and crucial disability issues such as education, employment, poverty and social integration. Students will carry out research projects and present on their work.
USP 2003-2014 Code [{none}< >COM3]
Prerequisite: COM2
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WIND 4200 - Diverse Minds
Credits: 3
Through investigations of novels, memoirs, films, and media representations of intellectual disability, autism/neurodiversity, and psychiatric disability, students critically analyze figurations of “unstable,” “unruly,” or what we will conceptualize as “diverse” minds.
Dual Listed WIND 5200 .
USP 2003-2014 Code [{none}< >COM3]
Prerequisite: COM2
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WIND 4500 - Practicum
Credits: 3
Provides students practical experience in the field of Disability. Typically taken during a student’s final semester in the Disability Studies Minor.
Prerequisite: completion of WIND 2100 , and WIND elective, WIND 4020 (or concurrent enrollment).
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WIND 4600 - Special Topics
Credits: 3
Provides upper division undergraduate students with the opportunity for in-depth examination of critical topics and new areas of inquiry in the field of disability studies.
Prerequisite: WIND 2100 , Junior standing and consent of instructor.
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WIND 4990 - Topics in
Credits: 1-3
Max Credit (Max. 12)
Provides upper division/graduate students with the opportunity for critical analysis and in-depth examination of various topics in the field of Disability Studies.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
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WIND 5020 - Disability Studies Theory and Practice
Credits: 3
Explores the interdisciplinary nature of disability studies theory and scholarship, including investigation of embodied knowledge, cultural meanings, and socio-political practices related to disability. Students will develop in-depth critical disability research papers and deliver accessible, professional presentations.
Cross Listed SOWK 5020
Dual Listed WIND 4020 .
Prerequisite: WIND 2100 or WB or COM2.
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WIND 5050 - Independent Study
Credits: 1-3
Max Credit (Max. 6)
Offers the advanced student the opportunity to pursue a topic of interest with the direction of an instructor in disability studies.
Dual Listed WIND 4050 .
Prerequisite: WB and consent of instructor.
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WIND 5100 - Topics In:
Credits: 1-3
Max Credit (Max. 12)
Provides graduate students with the opportunity for critical analysis and in-depth examination of various topics in the field of Disability Studies.
Prerequisite: upper division/ graduate standing.
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WIND 5200 - Diverse Minds
Credits: 3
Through investigations of novels, memoirs, films, and media representations of intellectual disability, autism/neurodiversity, and psychiatric disability, students critically analyze figurations of “unstable,” “unruly,” or what we will conceptualize as “diverse” minds.
Dual Listed WIND 4200 .
Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
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WIND 5600 - Special Topics
Credits: 1-3
Max Credit 12
Provides graduate students with the opportunity for in-depth examination of critical topics and new areas of inquiry in the field of disability studies.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.
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ZOO 1101 - First-Year Seminar
Credits: 3
USP 2015 Code U5FY
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ZOO 2450 - Fish and Wildlife Management in the Anthropocene
Credits: 4
Course examines fundamental principles in management of natural resources, especially fish and wildlife populations. Students explore historical to contemporary context of management, population biology, management tools and their application, career opportunities, with specific emphasis on human dimensions, law, and policy. Students will develop oral and written communication skills.
Cross Listed Crosslisted with ENR 2450 .
USP 2015 Code U5C2
Prerequisite: LIFE 1010 , LIFE 2022 , and COM1.
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ZOO 3010 - Vertebrate Anatomy, Embryology, and Histology
Credits: 4
Provides a comprehensive overview of vertebrate anatomy. The structural organization, embryological derivation, and histological organization of the major organ systems will be emphasized. The evolution and functional organization of anatomical structure will also be emphasized. Includes laboratory sessions. Fulfills degree requirement in physiology subsection for zoology major.
Prerequisite: LIFE 2022 or equivalent, and a semester of chemistry.
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ZOO 3115 - Human Systems Physiology
Credits: 4
Covers the fundamental function(s) of the human body systems, from cells and tissues through organs and systems, focusing also on biological communication and homeostasis. Students learn how to interpret physiological data. Includes laboratory and tutorial sessions. Fulfills degree requirement in physiology subsection for zoology major.
Prerequisite: At least ((C in CHEM 1020 or CHEM 1050 ) or B in CHEM 1000 ) and C in LIFE 1010 .
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ZOO 3600 - Principles of Animal Behavior
Credits: 3
Intensively introduces scientific study of animal behavior. Utilizes evolutionary, ecological and physiological approach.
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
Prerequisite: introductory course in zoology, biology or psychology.
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ZOO 4100 - Scientific Communication
Credits: 2
This course is designed to provide intensive instruction in written, oral, and digital communication for zoology and physiology, biology, and botany majors. The course teaches students to communicate and execute research using practices common in the biological sciences.
Cross Listed BOT 4100 .
USP 2003-2014 Code U3L,U3WC
USP 2015 Code U5C3
Prerequisite: COM1, COM2, and concurrent or prior upper division BOT, ZOO, or LIFE course. Preference given to seniors.
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ZOO 4101 - Scientific Communication Lab
Credits: 1
This course is designed to provide intensive instruction in written, oral, and digital communication for zoology and physiology, biology, and botany majors. The course teaches students to communicate and execute research using practices common in the biological sciences.
Cross Listed BOT 4101 .
USP 2015 Code U5C3
Prerequisite: COM1, COM2, and concurrent or prior upper division BOT, ZOO, or LIFE course. Preference given to seniors.
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ZOO 4110 - HIV/AIDS: The Disease and the Dilemma
Credits: 3
Explores the basic biology of the HIV virus, and its effects upon the human body, the magnitude of the global HIV/AIDS pandemic, treatment and prevention of AIDS, and the social, political, economic, and legal issues of HIV/AIDS.
Prerequisite: LIFE 1003 or LIFE 1010 .
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ZOO 4125 - Integrative Physiology
Credits: 5
Examines how functional organ systems are coordinated and integrated by the CNS and endocrine systems to establish and maintain health. Includes lecture, flipped component and tutorial session. Students must register for lecture and tutorial.
Former Course Number [3120]
Prerequisite: grade of C or higher in ZOO 3115 ; and/or a Pharmacy 1 standing.
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ZOO 4190 - Comparative Environmental Physiology
Credits: 4
Studies and interprets principles of physiology which adapt animals to various environmental constraints. Introduces discipline which has risen between traditional fields of physiology and ecology and provides understanding of animal distribution and survival. Fulfills degree requirements in physiology subsection for the zoology major.
Dual Listed ZOO 5190 .
When Offered (Offered spring semester)
Former Course Number [4230]
Prerequisite: LIFE 2022 or LIFE 2023 and CHEM 1030 or CHEM 1060 .
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ZOO 4235 - Marine Biology
Credits: 3
This course explore major topics of physical oceanography, marine biodiversity and ecology, and human impacts on the ocean. Emphasis is placed on reading, evaluating, and synthesizing primary literature.
Cross Listed BOT 4235 .
Dual Listed ZOO 5235 .
Prerequisite: LIFE 3400 with a grade of C or better.
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ZOO 4280 - Introduction to Neuroscience
Credits: 3
Examines the basic electrical properties of neurons and from there identifies determinants of brain development, how neuronal “circuits” are formed and how these neuronal systems enable the processing of sensory information, coordinated movement, adaptation to the environment, and other complex functions (e. g. , sleep, sex).
Dual Listed ZOO 5280 .
Prerequisite: ZOO 3115 or equivalent.
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ZOO 4295 - Neurodevelopment
Credits: 3
Through lecture and discussion of research articles, students learn mechanisms of nervous system development, from the birth and differentiation of neurons to the formation of synapses and circuits. Focus is on classical experiments done in vertebrates (Xenopus tadpole, chick, zebrafish, and mouse) and invertebrates (nematode and drosophila).
Cross Listed NEUR 4295 .
Dual Listed ZOO 5295 .
Prerequisite: ZOO 4280 .
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ZOO 4300 - Wildlife Ecology and Management
Credits: 5
Integrates concepts of vertebrate ecology with the art of wildlife management, stressing approaches to deal with the inherent uncertainty of managing populations. Strategies to increase or decrease populations of target species, tools used to determine population status (e. g. , viability analysis, monitoring, habitat assessment), and ecosystem management approaches. Laboratory included.
Dual Listed ZOO 5300 .
When Offered (Offered fall semester)
Former Course Number [4720]
Prerequisite: LIFE 3400 , STAT 2050 or STAT 2070 , and ZOO 2450 .
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ZOO 4310 - Fisheries Management
Credits: 3
Acquaints students with theory and techniques of inland fisheries management. Includes methods of evaluating growth and production, rates of mortality and recruitment and use of yield models in fisheries biology. Includes laboratory and field exercises.
Dual Listed ZOO 5310 .
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester)
Former Course Number [4730]
Prerequisite: ZOO 4330 .
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ZOO 4330 - Ichthyology
Credits: 3
Anatomy, physiology and classification of fishes, emphasizing classification and identification of Wyoming fishes. Includes laboratory.
Dual Listed ZOO 5330 .
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
Former Course Number [4750]
Prerequisite: LIFE 2022 .
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ZOO 4340 - Developmental Biology and Embryology
Credits: 4
Introduces study of vertebrate embryology and cellular differentiation. Includes gametogenesis, fertilization, blastulation and organogenesis, growth and differentiation, teratology, metamorphosis, regeneration and asexual reproduction. Emphasizes mechanisms that create form and regulate cellular differentiation.
Dual Listed ZOO 5340 .
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
Prerequisite: one year of life sciences, one year of chemistry.
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ZOO 4350 - Ornithology
Credits: 3
Acquaints students with classification, identification, morphology, distribution, natural history and ecology of the birds of North America. Includes laboratory.
Dual Listed ZOO 5350 .
When Offered (Offered spring semester)
Former Course Number [4780]
Prerequisite: LIFE 2022 .
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ZOO 4370 - Mammalogy
Credits: 3
Studies mammals of the world, emphasizing natural history, distribution, taxonomy, ecology and morphology of mammalian species. Includes laboratory.
Dual Listed ZOO 5370 .
When Offered (Offered fall semester)
Former Course Number [4790]
Prerequisite: LIFE 2022 .
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ZOO 4380 - Herpetology
Credits: 3
Introduces the ecology, behavior, morphology, evolution, systematics and conservation of reptiles and amphibians.
Dual Listed ZOO 5380 .
Prerequisite: LIFE 2022 .
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ZOO 4400 - Population Ecology
Credits: 3
Explores quantitative ecology of animal populations, emphasizing theoretical and empirical work. Provides modern coverage of principles of population ecology for wildlife majors and others who expect to deal with ecological problems in their careers.
Dual Listed ZOO 5400 .
When Offered (Offered spring semester)
Prerequisite: LIFE 1010 , LIFE 3400 and STAT 2050 or consent of instructor.
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ZOO 4415 - Behavioral Ecology
Credits: 3
Applies empirical and theoretical approaches to ecological and evolutionary underpinnings for behaviors ranging from foraging and predation to social grouping and mating systems. Emphasizes comparative analyses (what phylogenetic patterns exist across diverse species?) as well as genetic/fitness benefits (how do individuals benefit from apparently puzzling behaviors?).
Dual Listed ZOO 5415 .
When Offered (Offered fall semester)
Prerequisite: ZOO 3600 or LIFE 3400 or permission of the instructor.
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ZOO 4420 - Conservation Biology
Credits: 3
Addresses the broadest environmental issues facing society (habitat loss, invasion, overexploitation) and the mechanisms driving them, with particular attention to the Intermountain West. Through computer exercises, students also learn how to evaluate conservation efforts and make management recommendations.
Cross Listed BOT 4420 /ENR 4420 .
Prerequisite: LIFE 3400 and one of the following: ENR 3500, STAT 2050 , or STAT 2070 .
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ZOO 4430 - Limnology Laboratory
Credits: 2
Utilizes basic field techniques in limnology. Emphasizes analysis and interpretation of data obtained from field and laboratory exercises.
When Offered (Offered fall semester)
Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in ZOO 4440 .
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ZOO 4440 - Limnology
Credits: 3
Studies ecology of inland waters; biological, chemical and physical features of lakes and streams.
When Offered (Offered fall semester)
Prerequisite: LIFE 1010 , LIFE 3400 and CHEM 1030 or consent of instructor.
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ZOO 4540 - Invertebrate Zoology
Credits: 4
Studies major invertebrate phyla of the animal kingdom. Studies each phylum with respect to morphological and taxonomic characteristics; functional and evolutionary relationships; environmental adaptations; life cycles of representative types. Includes laboratory.
Dual Listed ZOO 5540 .
When Offered (Offered fall semester)
Prerequisite: LIFE 2022 .
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ZOO 4650 - Tropical Field Ecology Ecuador
Credits: 4
Course comprises 10 days in Ecuador in January (before spring semester), followed by one lecture per week during spring semester. Focus will be ecology, biodiversity and conservation of tropical forests and behavioral ecology of birds and mammals. Field site is at 1100m on west slope of the Andes.
Dual Listed ZOO 5650 .
Prerequisite: LIFE 2022 .
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ZOO 4735 - Advanced Topics in Physiology
Credits: 1-4
Max Credit (Max. 12)
Designed to cover advanced topics in Physiology for students specializing in Physiology or related fields. Examples of topics include endocrinology, cardiovascular, renal, neurological, respiratory, and metabolic physiology. Integrative topics (e. g. circadian rhythms, thermal stress) may also be included.
Dual Listed ZOO 5735 .
Former Course Number [5730]
Prerequisite: ZOO 3115 or equivalent as approved by the instructor.
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ZOO 4740 - Fish Culture and Nutrition
Credits: 3
Studies methods in artificial propagation of fishes. Includes spawning, hatchery methods, water quality requirements and nutritional requirements. Includes laboratory.
When Offered (Offered fall semester)
Prerequisite: LIFE 2022 , CHEM 1020 .
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