Apr 27, 2024  
2020-2021 General/Graduate Catalog - Expires August 2026 
    
2020-2021 General/Graduate Catalog - Expires August 2026 [Archived Catalog]

Courses


 
  
  • ACCT 220 - Introduction to Financial Accounting


    An introduction to the concepts and principles that underlie the identification, analysis, measurement, recording, and communication of financial information for use in decision making by external decision makers.

    Prerequisites: BSAD 157  or BSAD 107  must be taken before or with ACCT 220 or BSAD 153  must be taken before ACCT 220.
    Credit(s): 3
  
  
  • ACCT 302 - Intermediate Financial Accounting I


    Current theory and financial reporting related to items in the balance sheet. Topics covered include cash, receivables, inventory, operational assets, and investments. Includes an initial review of basic accounting procedures.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 221 - Introduction to Management Accounting  and approval to enroll in upper level accounting or business administration courses.
    Credit(s): 3
  
  • ACCT 303 - Intermediate Financial Accounting II


    Theory and financial reporting related to equities. Topics include current liabilities, debt, pensions, leases, and stockholders’ equity. Cash flows and other special reporting issues are covered.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 302 - Intermediate Financial Accounting I  and approval to enroll in upper level accounting courses.
    Credit(s): 3
  
  • ACCT 319 - Cost/Management Accounting


    A study of accounting systems that provide information necessary to determine costs of goods and services, plan operations, control activities, and make decisions. Major topics include budgeting, product costing methods, cost allocations including activity-based costing, decision-making, and performance evaluation.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 221 - Introduction to Management Accounting  and approval to enroll in upper level accounting or business administration courses.
    Credit(s): 3
  
  • ACCT 350 - Professional Seminar in Accounting


    Information regarding the accounting profession and nonacademic professional development. Topics include leadership skills, career goals, interviewing, networking, professional attire, career opportunities, and the importance of effective writing and oral communication.

    Credit(s): 1
  
  • ACCT 367 - Accounting Information Systems


    Study of the influence of technology on business and accounting processes. Emphasis is placed on the transaction cycles, risk assessment, and the development of accounting system controls. Study of data modeling, information system and database design and development, data extraction techniques and data analysis for decision-making.

    Prerequisite: ACCT 302  (or concurrent enrollment in ACCT 302) and approval to enroll in upper level accounting courses.
    Credit(s): 3
  
  • ACCT 400 - Internship


    On-the-job experience with a public accounting firm, private business or industry, or governmental agency. A maximum of 12 internship hours can be applied to the free electives in the accounting degree. This internship must be arranged and then approved.

    Prerequisites: Permission of academic advisor, instructor, and Dean, 3.0 GPA, and junior status or higher.
    Credit(s): 1 to 12
    When Offered: Off Schedule
  
  • ACCT 407 - Federal Taxation


    Principles of federal tax accounting as it applies to individuals and corporations. Topics include individual tax model, corporate tax model, concepts of income, exclusions, deductions, credits, capital gains and losses, and other property transactions as well as a brief introduction to tax planning and tax research.

    Prerequisite: ACCT 302  must be taken before or with ACCT 407.
    Credit(s): 3
  
  
  • ACCT 459 - Research


    Independent research in auditing, financial accounting, governmental accounting, income taxation, or managerial accounting.

    Prerequisites: junior or senior status; 3.0 cumulative grade point average; approval of instructor and Dean.
    Credit(s): 2
  
  • ACCT 470 - Special Topics in Accounting


    A study of current or emerging issues that impact the professional practice of accounting or taxation. May be repeated for up to six credits.

    Prerequisites/Co-requisites: as applicable to each topical course.
    Credit(s): 1 to 3
  
  • ACCT 498 - Accounting Capstone


    The Accounting Capstone is a writing enhanced course that is designed as a capstone in the Accounting major. It will include both written papers and individual oral presentations in the area of the students’ choice. Focus will also be made on developing students’ critical thinking skills within a professional accounting setting. Students will also examine current topics in accounting.

    Credit(s): 3
    Course Attribute(s):
    • This is a writing-enhanced course.

  
  • ACCT 502G - Financial Accounting I


    Current theory and financial reporting related to items in the balance sheet. Topics covered include cash, receivables, inventory, operational assets, and investments.

    Prerequisite: ACCT 220 - Introduction to Financial Accounting .
    Credit(s): 3
  
  
  
  
  
  • ACCT 509 - Advanced Financial Accounting


    This course emphasizes current theory and financial reporting related to corporate acquisitions, mergers and consolidations, reporting international operations, and an introduction to the basic reporting model for state and local governments and private not-for-profit organizations.

    Prerequisite: ACCT 303 - Intermediate Financial Accounting II .
    Credit(s): 3
  
  • ACCT 509G - Advanced Financial Accounting


    This course emphasizes current theory and financial reporting related to corporate acquisitions, mergers and consolidations, reporting international operations, and an introduction to the basic reporting model for state and local governments and private not-for-profit organizations.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 303 - Intermediate Financial Accounting II  or ACCT 503G - Financial Accounting II .
    Credit(s): 3
  
  • ACCT 520 - Corporate Taxation


    Federal income taxation of corporations and shareholders including organization, capital structure, distributions, redemptions, reorganizations, division, liquidations, and affiliated groups.

    Prerequisite: ACCT 407 - Federal Taxation  
    Credit(s): 3
  
  • ACCT 520G - Corporate Taxation


    Federal income taxation of corporations and shareholders, including organization, capital structure, distributions, redemptions, reorganizations, division, liquidations, and affiliated groups.

    Prerequisite: ACCT 607G - Federal Taxation  or ACCT 407 - Federal Taxation  
    Credit(s): 3
  
  • ACCT 522 - Advanced Taxation


    A study of federal income taxation as applied to regular corporations, S corporations, partnerships, trusts and estates, plus a brief introduction to tax research and federal wealth taxes.

    Prerequisite: ACCT 407 - Federal Taxation .
    Credit(s): 3
  
  • ACCT 522G - Advanced Taxation


    A study of federal income taxation as applied to regular corporations, S corporations, partnerships, trusts and estates, plus a brief introduction to tax research and federal wealth taxes.

    Prerequisite: ACCT 407 - Federal Taxation .
    Credit(s): 3
  
  • ACCT 555 - Independent Studies


    Supervised readings, research, or activities involving areas of special interest in business to the individual student. May be repeated for up to six credits.

    Prerequisites: Permission of academic advisor, instructor, and Department Chair.
    Credit(s): 1 to 3
  
  • ACCT 555G - Independent Studies


    Supervised readings, research, or activities involving areas of special interest in business to the individual student. May be repeated for up to six credits.

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and Department Chair.
    Credit(s): 1 to 3
  
  
  
  • ACCT 611G - Managerial Accounting Seminar


    Study of the roles that cost measurement, cost management, performance evaluation, and other current management accounting methods play in decision making.

    Prerequisites: (ACCT 319 - Cost/Management Accounting  or ACCT 506G - Controllership ) and admission to the Master of Accountancy Program.
    Credit(s): 3
  
  • ACCT 615G - Seminar in Auditing


    Advanced topics in auditing, information technology (IT) auditing, professional responsibilities, fraud responsibilities, internal controls, not-for-profit auditing, prospective financial statements, and current controversial issues.

    Prerequisite: ACCT 417 - Auditing .  Graduate and senior permitted to take Graduate courses. Restricted to students admitted to Master of Accountancy Program.
    Credit(s): 3
  
  • ACCT 616G - Taxation of Pass-Through Entities


    Examination of the federal income tax treatment of partnerships, S corporations, and estates and trusts.

    Prerequisites: (ACCT 407 - Federal Taxation  or ACCT 607G - Federal Taxation ) and admission to the Master of Accountancy Program.
    Credit(s): 3
  
  • ACCT 618G - Accounting Theory


    The theoretical background supporting generally accepted accounting principles, conventions, and practices. Exposure to policy research and the controversial issues in accounting. Develops an appreciation for the political, cultural, and economic setting that molds accounting principles. Research and study of the authoritative financial accounting pronouncements and their application.

    Prerequisite:ACCT 303 - Intermediate Financial Accounting II . Graduate and senior permitted to take Graduate courses. Restricted to students admitted to Master of Accountancy Program.
    Credit(s): 3
  
  • ACCT 667G - Advanced Accounting Information Systems


    This course presents a variety of advanced topics in accounting information systems. The course includes consideration of issues such as accounting in the cloud, electronic reporting and decision-making, using technology to solve problems and support accounting operations, protecting accounting data, current trends and ethical considerations.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 367 - Accounting Information Systems  with a grade of “D” or higher. ACCT 417 - Auditing  with a grade of “D” or higher. Admitted to the Master of Accountancy Program.
    Credit(s): 3
  
  • AFR 300 - Conservation and Game Management for African Mammals


    This is a two-week course aimed at individuals passionate about wildlife and who wish to become a part of conservation in action. Wildlife management has become an accepted and necessary part of wildlife conservation. Successful management includes monitoring and moving animals to reestablish the checks and balances of nature. This type of work requires specialized training and experience, which the students receive through this wildlife capture course. The course involves preparatory seminars at Truman State University and culminates in a nine-day hands-on course taught by a team of veterinarians and game management specialists of Parawild Safari, operating in the Limpopo Province of South Africa.

    Prerequisites: BIOL 107 - Cells, Molecules, and Genes , BIOL 108 - Introductory Biology II  or equivalent.
    Credit(s): 2 to 3
    Course Attribute(s):
    • This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Dialogues.

  
  • AFR 310 - Democracy and Human Rights: Internship in South Africa


    The purpose of this study abroad program is to give students an opportunity to live and work in one of the most beautiful cities in the world while studying the multiple concerns facing South Africa as it strives to become one of the world’s most progressive democracies. The heart of the program is a service-learning opportunity that immerses students in the living history of South Africa by directly involving them with institutions that are wrestling with South Africa’s troubled past and helping create a modern, democratic civil society.

    Prerequisite: One-credit preparatory course.
    Credit(s): 5
    Course Attribute(s):
    • This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Dialogues.

  
  • AFR 501G - Conservation and Game Management for African Mammals


    This is a two-week course aimed at individuals passionate about wildlife and who wish to become a part of conservation in action. Wildlife management has become an accepted and necessary part of wildlife conservation. Successful management includes monitoring and moving animals to reestablish the checks and balances of nature. This type of work requires specialized training and experience, which the students receive through this wildlife capture course. The course involves preparatory seminars at Truman State University and culminates in a nine-day hands-on course taught by a team of veterinarians and game management specialists of Parawild Safari, operating in the Northern and Mpumalanga Provinces of South Africa.

    Prerequisites: BIOL 107 - Cells, Molecules, and Genes , BIOL 108 - Introductory Biology II  or equivalent.
    Credit(s): 2 to 3

  
  • AGSC 100 - Food, Agriculture, and the Environment


    A multidisciplinary study of the structure and function of agricultural systems and of their impact on society and the environment. Includes laboratory.

    Credit(s): 4
    Course Attribute(s):
    • STEM Perspective Lab Science course for the Dialogues.
    • Some sections of this course are writing-enhanced.

  
  • AGSC 101 - New Majors Seminar


    An introduction to the field of agriculture and associated academic major. Course will survey the subdisciplines within the field and address academic planning, career opportunities, and an overview of the University Farm and lab facilities. 

    Prerequisite: Agricultural Science major.
    Credit(s): 1
  
  • AGSC 104 - Seeds of Change: Agriculture & Society


    This course integrates content from history, physical and cultural anthropology, archaeology and paleontology to provide additional context on how modern agriculture developed. It utilizes science-based inquiry to examine how human societies have fed themselves over time, and the consequences of food systems for the environment. The importance of soil in supporting agricultural systems is also examined. A student may not earn credit for both this course and AGSC 100 - Food, Agriculture, and the Environment .

    Credit(s): 3
    Course Attribute(s):  

    • STEM Non-Lab Perspectives course for the Dialogues.

  
  • AGSC 110 - Principles of Plant Agriculture


    A comprehensive introduction to crop science and technology. Emphasizes crop physiology, genetics, and ecology, plus the application of these sciences to understanding and improving crop production systems.

    Credit(s): 4
  
  • AGSC 121 - Livestock Management Techniques


    The course includes practical use and application of anthelmintics, antibiotics, vaccines, insecticides, and growth stimulants. Participation in handling livestock, docking, pregnancy diagnosis, castration, and dehorning.

    Credit(s): 2
  
  • AGSC 122 - Introductory Meat Science


    Fundamental properties and composition of meat and its nutritive value. Carcass evaluation, wholesale and retail meat cut selection, grading, identification, and economic value.

    Credit(s): 3
  
  • AGSC 133 - Ag Consortium Topics


    This course allows for tracking and earning of credit for 100- and 200- level courses in agriculture taken through the Missouri Online Ag Consortium by students enrolled at Truman State University. Instructor and department chair permission is required. Contact the Truman Agricultural Science department chair for more information. A maximum of 9 credits of AGSC 133 - Ag Consortium Topics and AGSC 333 - Ag Consortium Advanced Topics  (combined) may be applied toward Major Requirements in Agricultural Science and Degree Requirements.

    Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.
    Credit(s): 1-3
  
  • AGSC 152 - Horsemanship Level I


    Mounting and dismounting, walk, trot, and canter equitation. Does not count as Agricultural Science Elective or Agricultural Science Specialization Area.

    Credit(s): 1
    NOTE:
    * Riding fees are charged.

  
  • AGSC 153 - Horsemanship Level II


    Equitation, basic maneuvers, showmanship. Does not count as Agricultural Science Elective or Agricultural Science Specialization Area.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 152 - Horsemanship Level I .
    Credit(s): 1
    NOTE:
    * Riding fees are charged.

  
  • AGSC 154 - Horsemanship Level III


    Advanced equitation, advance maneuvers, competitive riding. Does not count as Agricultural Science Elective or Agricultural Science Specialization Area.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 153 - Horsemanship Level II .
    Credit(s): 1
    NOTE:
    * Riding fees are charged.

  
  • AGSC 160 - Agricultural Techniques


    This course is designed to provide students with hands-on, practical experience in general agricultural techniques and management. Specific topics may vary semester to semester depending on student interest, farm needs, and other factors.  May be repeated for up to two credits.

    Credit(s): 1
  
  • AGSC 180 - Introduction to Equine Science


    This course is designed to be a broad introduction to the horse, including general terminology, ancestry, history and domestication, confirmation analysis, buying a horse, breeds, basic anatomy, diseases and parasites, and feeding and feeding management. Reproduction, nutrition, behavior and training, equine business management, and exercise physiology, while briefly addressed, are primarily covered in other classes.

    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: Online Summer
  
  • AGSC 181 - Introductory Equine Management Lab


    This course is designed to be a broad introduction to the care and management of horses, including general terminology, confirmation analysis, stable management and housing considerations, pasture and facility management, anatomy, diseases and parasites, and basic veterinary procedures. This class is intended to be taken after the completion of, or concurrently with, AGSC 180 - Introduction to Equine Science .

    Prerequisite of D in AGSC 180 - Introduction to Equine Science  or Concurrent of AGSC 180.
    Credit(s): 1
  
  • AGSC 193 - Introduction to Equine Science


    An introduction to the horse including general terminology, evolution and history, breed types, basic anatomy and physiology, behavior, diseases, and parasites. Laboratory included.

    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: (fall only)
  
  • AGSC 215 - Principles of Animal Agriculture


    A comprehensive study of the role of animals in agricultural systems. Emphasis is placed on the biological principles applicable to animal production and methods of exploiting this knowledge for more efficient and humane production.

    Prerequisites: AGSC 108 - Introduction to Agricultural Systems  and sophomore status.
    Credit(s): 4
    When Offered: (fall only)
  
  • AGSC 218 - Introduction to Horticulture


    A broad introduction to horticultural science. Following an overview of the horticultural industry and its history, the “basics” of horticulture (plant structure, metabolism) is introduced. Investigation of the environment and its influence on horticultural plants, and consideration of the practices and principles of manipulating and managing horticultural plants is then considered.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 100 - Food, Agriculture, and the Environment , AGSC 108 - Introduction to Agricultural Systems , BIOL 100 - Biology , or BIOL 107 - Cells, Molecules, and Genes .
    Credit(s): 4
  
  • AGSC 252 - Horse Training Techniques


    An introduction to the techniques used to train young horses. Students work with young, untrained horses and learn how to handle, lead, lunge, ground drive, and start training under saddle.

    Prerequisites: AGSC 154 - Horsemanship Level III , AGSC 193 - Introduction to Equine Science , and permission of the instructor.
    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: (spring only)
  
  • AGSC 260 - Agricultural Markets and Products


    An introductory course examining the production, handling, and marketing of agricultural products. Investigates changing patterns of food consumption and analyzes the causes and consequences of the changes. Focus is placed on understanding the market structures ordering the flow of food and fiber goods from the producer to the consumer and the economic principles underlying these structures.

    Credit(s): 3
  
  • AGSC 265 - Reproductive Biology


    This course covers the basics of the cellular and molecular biology of reproduction in plants and animals and covers major anatomical and histological aspects, gametogenesis, sperm journey and fertilization, hormonal control of reproduction, and how those hormones affect the reproductive organs and tissues.

    Prerequisite: BIOL 107 - Cells, Molecules, and Genes .
    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: (fall only)
  
  • AGSC 301 - Special Problems in Agricultural Science


    Specialized projects in agriculture under supervision of a faculty member. No more than 6 credits may be applied to a degree in Agricultural Science. May be repeated for up to 6 credits.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
    Credit(s): 1 to 6
  
  • AGSC 303 - Food and Agricultural Marketing


    Application of food marketing strategies, market research in food marketing, use of direct marketing and other alternative marketing strategies by farmers, and analysis of the economic functions of agricultural markets.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 260 - Agricultural Markets and Products .
    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: (fall, even years)
  
  • AGSC 306 - Special Topics in Agricultural Science


    Lecture/laboratory course dealing with specific subject matter areas within agriculture. Topics may include, but not limited to, Beef Cattle Science, Sheep Management, Livestock Evaluation, Advanced Livestock Judging, and Weed Science. May be repeated for up to twenty credits, with unique topics and titles.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
    Credit(s): 1 to 6
  
  
  • AGSC 311 - Plant Nutrition


    Plant nutritional requirements, fertilizers and fertilization practices, soil amendments, soil fertility as related to plant growth and the production and quality of food and fiber. Includes laboratory.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 314 - Principles of Soil Science  or an introductory biology or chemistry course.
    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: (fall, even years)
  
  
  • AGSC 318 - Landscape Materials and Landscaping


    Course focuses on woody landscape plants and their use in the landscape. Lecture targets identification and recognition of common woody landscape materials, including trees, shrubs and ground covers and their functional use in the landscape. Introductory principles of landscape design are also covered.

    Prerequisites: AGSC 218 - Introduction to Horticulture .
    Credit(s): 4
  
  
  
  • AGSC 322 - Animal Health


    A fundamental approach to disease mechanisms, principles of treatment and prevention, animal health regulations, infectious and non-infectious diseases, herd health programs in horses, cattle, and small animals. Includes laboratory.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 215 - Principles of Animal Agriculture  with grade of “D” or better.
    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: (spring, even years)
  
  • AGSC 327 - Genetics of Animal and Plant Improvement


    The study of the genetic principles of animal and plant breeding as they relate to practical application in the agriculture industry. Emphasis is placed on the types of gene action, breeding plans, and selection applicable to profitable livestock and crop production.

    Credit(s): 3
  
  • AGSC 332 - Principles of Vegetable Production


    A study of the fundamental principles underlying commercial and home garden production of vegetables and the basic practices required to successfully produce the wide variety of vegetables adapted to the Midwest.

    Prerequisites: AGSC 218 - Introduction to Horticulture .
    Credit(s): 4
  
  • AGSC 333 - Ag Consortium Advanced Topics


    This course allows for tracking and earning of credit for 300- and 400- level courses in agriculture taken through the Missouri Online Ag Consortium by students enrolled at Truman State University. Instructor and department chair permission is required. Contact the Truman Agricultural Science department chair for more information. A maximum of 9 credits of AGSC 133 - Ag Consortium Topics  and AGSC 333 - Ag Consortium Advanced Topics (combined) may be applied toward major requirements of Agricultural Sciences and degree requirements.

    Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.
    Credit(s): 1-3
  
  
  • AGSC 342 - Agricultural Entrepreneurship


    This course focuses on the operation and management of the agricultural business. The basic economic and business principles governing profitable and sustainable farm and agribusiness operations are emphasized.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 260 - Agricultural Markets and Products .
    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: (spring, odd years)
    Course Attribute(s):
    • Some sections of this course are writing-enhanced.

  
  • AGSC 350 - Equine Business


    This course focuses on the operation and management of an equine related business. The basic business principles governing profitable and sustainable business operations are emphasized. This course should also enhance the students’ understanding of the equine industry and the employment opportunities in various facets of the industry. Throughout the course, students will develop a comprehensive business plan, both as a tool for learning business concepts and planning skills, and as a template for an equine enterprise that the student may wish to undertake in the future.

    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: Online
    Course Attribute(s):
    • This is a writing-enhanced course.

  
  
  
  • AGSC 354 - Bovine Reproduction Practicum


    A hands-on study of the practical aspects of reproduction in cattle. Students apply their knowledge of reproductive anatomy and physiology in hands-on field and laboratory exercises.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 352 - Reproductive Physiology .
    Credit(s): 3
  
  • AGSC 375 - Equine Exercise Physiology


    A study of the horse as an athlete, including consideration of the physiological, anatomical, and psychological adaptations in this species which endow it with superior athletic abilities.

    Prerequisite: BIOL 107 - Cells, Molecules, and Genes .
    Credit(s): 3
  
  • AGSC 391 - Internship in Agriculture


    Internship in an agriculturally-oriented business under the supervision of a University faculty member. Only four credits of AGSC 391 may be applied toward learning plan.

    Prerequisites: Junior standing; approval and assignment by University personnel and organization concerned. Corequisite: AGSC 392 - Evaluation and Analysis of Internship .
    Credit(s): 4 to 12
  
  • AGSC 392 - Evaluation and Analysis of Internship


    Encompassing research, analytical analysis, and evaluation of internship experience. Only one hour of AGSC 392 may be applied toward learning plan.

    Corequisite: AGSC 391 - Internship in Agriculture .
    Credit(s): 1 to 3
  
  • AGSC 410 - Soil Conservation and Management


    Soil conservation and management - utilization, improvement, and preservation of soil productivity for crop production and environmental management. Includes laboratory.

    Prerequisites: AGSC 110 - Principles of Plant Agriculture  and AGSC 314 - Principles of Soil Science .
    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: (spring only)
    Course Attribute(s):
    • Some sections of this course are writing-enhanced.

  
  
  • AGSC 415 - Ethical Issues in Sustainable Agriculture


    A discussion-based course that asks students to carefully consider how they and other people define and judge good agricultural science and practice.

    Prerequisite: Senior standing.
    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: (fall only)
    Course Attribute(s):
    • Some sections of this course are writing-enhanced.

  
  • AGSC 416 - Advanced Topics in Agronomy


    An advanced course in agronomic science to examine topics in crop breeding, physiology, and protection. May be repeated for up to six credits, with distinct topics for each section.

    Credit(s): 3
  
  • AGSC 418 - Temperate Fruit and Nut Culture


    Management systems for the major fruit crops in the US including apples and pears, peaches, cherries, strawberries, grapes of various types, raspberries, blueberries, and related groups. Major nut crops (pecans, walnuts, almonds, etc.) are also covered. Topics include climatic and soil conditions, cultural management, pruning and training. Includes laboratory.

    Prerequisites: AGSC 218 - Introduction to Horticulture .
    Credit(s): 4
  
  • AGSC 420 - Seminar in Agriculture


    Independent reading and research, writing of abstracts, résumés and outlines, and oral presentation of agriculturally-related topics.

    Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
    Credit(s): 1
  
  
  
  
  • AGSC 428 - Animal Welfare


    Concern about animal welfare is continuously increasing in the United States and across many other industrialized countries. The issues involved are complex and there is widespread disagreement as to the extent of human responsibilities toward animals. Through this course students will learn how the concern for animal welfare developed, how to address these issues by evaluating what animals can experience, learn how to objectively assess animal welfare, and how to approach modern animal welfare issues.

    Prerequisites: AGSC 215 - Principles of Animal Agriculture  or approval of Instructor.
    Credit(s): 3
    Course Attribute(s):
    • This is a writing-enhanced course.

  
  • AGSC 429 - Domestic Animal Behavior


    Through this course students will learn how and why domesticated animals behave the way they do. Emphasis will be placed on how to objectively measure and interpret animal behavior and how to apply this knowledge to improve animal environments.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 215 - Principles of Animal Agriculture  with a grade of ‘D’ or higher.
    Credit(s): 3
  
  • AGSC 441 - Agriculture Research


    Individual student research under close supervision of faculty. Enrollment in course requires approval of the supervising faculty. A total of 3 credits of Agriculture Research can be applied to the Agricultural Science major as part of the Learning Plan (Area of Specialization) and Agricultural Science electives.

    Credit(s): 1 to 3
  
  • AGSC 442 - Agriculture Research


    Continuation of AGSC 441 - Agriculture Research . A maximum of 6 credits of Agriculture Research (sum total of credits for AGSC 441, 442, and 443) can be applied to the Agricultural Science major as part of the Learning Plan (Area of Specialization and Agricultural electives.)

    Credit(s): 1 to 3
  
  • AGSC 443 - Agriculture Research


    Continuation of AGSC 442 - Agriculture Research . A maximum of 6 credits of Agriculture Research (sum total of credits from AGSC 441, 442, and 443) can be applied to the Agricultural Science major as part of the Learning Plan (Area of Specialization and Agricultural Science electives.)

    Credit(s): 1 to 3
  
  • AGSC 490 - Ag Practicum Planning


    AGSC 490 and AGSC 491 - Ag Practicum Capstone  together represent the capstone experience for the Agricultural Science major. In AGSC 490, students work collaboratively with faculty and other students on their team to plan and develop an agricultural production enterprise, research project, or service/education project. Successful project design requires communication, collaboration, and utilization of students’ collective knowledge base in plant science, soil science, animal science, and agricultural business and marketing.

    Prerequisites: AGSC major and Senior class standing.
    Credit(s): 2
    Course Attribute(s):
    • High Impact Course.

  
  • AGSC 491 - Ag Practicum Capstone


    AGSC 490  and 491 together represent the capstone experience for the Agricultural Science major. In AGSC 491, student teams carry out the production, research, or service projects designed in AGSC 490 , thus fulfilling the capstone requirement for the major. Successful project completion requires communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and persistence.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 490 - Ag Practicum Planning .
    Credit(s): 2
    Course Attribute(s):
    • High Impact Course.

  
  • ARAB 101 - Elementary Arabic I


    Beginning practice in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Modern Standard Arabic in the context of Arabic speaking cultures. Four classroom hours per week required plus one peer learning session.

    Credit(s): 4
    Course Attribute(s):
    • Successful completion of ARAB 101 and ARAB 102 fulfills the Foreign Language Interconnecting Perspective of the Dialogues. 

  
  • ARAB 102 - Elementary Arabic II


    Further practice in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Modern Standard Arabic in the context of Arabic speaking cultures. Four classroom hours per week required plus one per learning session.

    Prerequisite: ARAB 101 - Elementary Arabic I .
    Credit(s): 4
    Course Attribute(s):
    • Successful completion of ARAB 101 and ARAB 102 fulfills the Foreign Language Interconnecting Perspective of the Dialogues. 

  
  • ART 101 - Observational Drawing


    Observational Drawing is one of the introductory courses for Art Foundations at Truman. It offers students the opportunity to learn drawing and compositional skills through direct observation. Students are exposed to drawing media that covers a range of skills and creative challenges that should result in a better understanding of both the tools and concepts of drawing and design.

    Credit(s): 3
    Course Attribute(s):
    • Arts & Humanities Perspectives course for the Dialogues.

  
  • ART 127 - New Majors Seminar


    Introduction to the field of art through the verbal and visual exploration of content, process, and media for the art major. Opportunities in the areas of studies offered at Truman are explored. Skill development in verbalizing visual information is addressed through the study of contemporary and historical issues. Introduction to University and Art Assessment Programs.

    Note: This course is scheduled on a single week day but will occasionally meet in a joint session with ART 425 - Capstone Experience/Seminar  at the same time but on an alternate weekday. Students should therefore also maintain flexibility to make themselves available on the day that ART 425 meets.

    Prerequisites: For Art, Art History, Studio Art, Art Visual Communication, or Design majors.
    Credit(s): 1
    When Offered: (fall only)

  
  
  • ART 201 - Design, Software and Process


    Entry-level Graphic Design course introducing design software process (design, production, pre-press) utilized by graphic designers. This course is oriented solely toward the technical aspects utilized in visual communication. Art Graphic Design course.

    Credit(s): 3
  
  • ART 202 - Figure Drawing


    Figure Drawing concentrates primarily on drawing the human figure through direct observation. Students are exposed to drawing media that covers a range of skills and creative challenges that should result in a better understanding of both the tools and concepts of drawing the figure.

    Credit(s): 3
    Course Attribute(s):
    • Arts & Humanities Perspectives course for the Dialogues.

 

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