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2009-2010 General/Graduate Catalog - Expires August 2015 
    
2009-2010 General/Graduate Catalog - Expires August 2015 [Archived Catalog]

Courses


 
  
  • ACCT 220 - Introduction to Financial Accounting


    An introduction to the concepts and principles underlying accounting information and its use by external decision makers.

    Prerequisites: BSAD 107 or BSAD 157.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ACCT 221 - Introduction to Management Accounting


    An introduction to the concepts and principles underlying accounting information and its use by internal decision makers.

    Prerequisite: ACCT 220.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ACCT 302 - Financial Reporting 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 212 or ACCT 221 and a major in accounting or business administration.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ACCT 303 - Financial Reporting 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 and major in accounting.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • 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 212 or ACCT 221 and major in accounting or business administration.
    Credits: 4 hours
  
  • 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.

    Credits: 1 hour
  
  • ACCT 367 - Accounting Information Systems and Control


    Study of the influence of technology on business and accounting processes. Emphasis will be placed on the transaction cycles, risk assessment, and the development of accounting system controls.

    Prerequisite: ACCT 302 (or concurrent enrollment in ACCT 302) and major in accounting.
    Credits: 3 hours
    NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
  
  • ACCT 368 - Accounting Systems Integration and Data Extraction


    Study of data modeling, information system and database design and development, data extraction techniques and analysis methodologies. Emphasis will be placed on developing skills that enable the strategic use of data for decision-making.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 367 and major in accounting.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ACCT 400 - Internship


    On-the-job experience with public accounting firms, private business and industry, or governmental agencies. By arrangement.

    Prerequisites: Permission of academic advisor, instructor, and Dean, 3.0 GPA, and junior status or higher.
    Credits: 3-15 hours
  
  • ACCT 407 - Federal Taxation


    Principles of federal tax accounting as it applies to individuals and corporations.

    Prerequisite: ACCT 302.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • 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.
    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • 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 hours of credit.

    Prerequisites/Co-requisites: as applicable to each topical course.
    Credits: 1-3 hours
  
  • 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 211 or ACCT 220.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ACCT 503G - Financial Accounting II


    Theory and financial reporting related to equities. Topics include current liabilities, debt, pensions, leases, and stockholders’ equity.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 302 or ACCT 502G.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ACCT 505 - Accounting for Nonbusiness Entities


    Current theory and financial reporting for state and local governments and not-for-profit entities.

    Prerequisites: (ACCT 303 or ACCT 503G) and major in accounting.
    Credits: 3 hours
    May not be taken credit/no credit.
  
  • ACCT 505G - Accounting for Nonbusiness Entities


    Current theory and financial reporting for state and local governments and not-for-profit entities.

    Prerequisite: ACCT 303 or ACCT 503G.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ACCT 506G - Controllership


    A study of process, job order and standard costing systems and various managerial accounting topics.

    Prerequisite: ACCT 212 or ACCT 221.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ACCT 509 - Financial Reporting III


    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.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ACCT 509G - Financial Reporting III


    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 or ACCT 503G.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • 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.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • 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.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ACCT 555 - Independent Studies


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

    Prerequisites: Permission of academic advisor, instructor, and Dean.
    Credits: 1-3 hours
  
  • ACCT 555G - Independent Studies


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

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and Dean.
    Credits: 1-3 hours
  
  • ACCT 604G - Foundations of Auditing


    The study of audit investigative techniques, balance sheets, internal controls, working papers, audit procedures, and audit reports. Auditing statistical sampling and generalized audit software are presented.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 367 and (ACCT 303 or ACCT 503G).
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ACCT 607G - Federal Taxation


    Principles of federal tax accounting as it applies to individuals and corporations.

    Prerequisites: (ACCT 303 or ACCT 503G) or concurrent enrollment in ACCT 303 or ACCT 503G.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ACCT 608G - Corporate Taxation


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

    Prerequisite: ACCT 407 or ACCT 607G.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ACCT 610G - Tax Research/Estate and Gift


    Tax research methodologies and federal estate and gift taxation.

    Prerequisites: (ACCT 407 or ACCT 607G) and admission to graduate accounting program.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ACCT 611G - Managerial Accounting Seminar


    Study of advanced cost accounting problems, a theoretical study of costing methods, the nature and measurement of costs, and an examination of current and emerging management accounting issues and methods.

    Prerequisites: (ACCT 319 or ACCT 506G) and admission to the graduate accounting program.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ACCT 615G - Seminar in Auditing


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

    Prerequisite: ACCT 604G.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • 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 or ACCT 607G) and admission to the graduate accounting program.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • ACCT 618G - Financial Accounting IV


    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 509G.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • AFR 300/501G - 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 will 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, BIOL 108 or equivalent.
    Credits: 2-3 hours
    NOTE: This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
  
  • 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 will be a service-learning opportunity that will immerse 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.

    Credits: 6 hours
    NOTE: This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
  
  • 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.

    Credits: 4 hours
    NOTE: This course fulfills the Scientific: Life Science Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
    NOTE: Some sections of this course are writing-enhanced.
  
  • AGSC 108 - Introduction to Agricultural Systems


    A course providing a broad-based overview of soil, plant and animal science for beginning students of agriculture which encourages them to consider the interconnectivity of these agricultural sub-disciplines. This interconnectivity becomes a foundation to consider sustainable approaches to food and fiber production, and the impact of agricultural systems on humanity and the environment. Includes laboratory.

    Credits: 4 hours
    NOTE: This course fulfills the Scientific: Life Science Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  
  • 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.

    Credits: 4 hours
  
  • AGSC 121 - Livestock Management Techniques


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

    Credits: 1 hour
  
  • 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.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • AGSC 152 - Horsemanship Level I


    Mounting and dismounting, walk, trot, and canter equitation. Riding fees are charged.

    Credits: 1 hour
    Does not count as AGSC Elective or AGSC Specialization Area.
  
  • AGSC 153 - Horsemanship Level II


    Equitation, basic maneuvers, showmanship. Riding fees are charged.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 152.
    Credits: 1 hour
    Does not count as AGSC Elective or AGSC Specialization Area.
  
  • AGSC 154 - Horsemanship Level III


    Advanced equitation, advance maneuvers, competitive riding. Riding fees are charged.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 153.
    Credits: 1 hour
    Does not count as AGSC Elective or AGSC Specialization Area.
  
  • 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.

    Credits: 1 hour
  
  • 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.

    Credits: 3 hours
    When Offered: (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 and sophomore status.
    Credits: 4 hours
    When Offered: (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) will be introduced. Investigation of the environment and its influence on horticultural plants, and consideration of the practices and principles of manipulating and managing horticultural plants will then be considered.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 100 or AGSC 108 or BIOL 100 or BIOL 107.
    Credits: 4 hours
  
  • AGSC 252 - Horse Training Techniques


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

    Prerequisites: AGSC 154, AGSC 193, and permission of the instructor.
    Credits: 3 hours
    When Offered: (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.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • AGSC 301 - Special Problems in Agricultural Science


    Specialized projects in agriculture under supervision of a faculty member. No more than 6 hours may be applied to a degree in Agricultural Science.

    Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
    Credits: 1-6 hours
  
  • 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.
    Credits: 3 hours
    When Offered: (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.

    Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
    Credits: 1-6 hours
  
  • AGSC 310 - Forage Crops


    Principles of forage culture, utilization and ecology.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 110.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • 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 or an introductory biology or chemistry course.
    Credits: 3 hours
    When Offered: (offered fall, even years)
  
  • AGSC 312 - Plant Pathology


    The occurrence, identification, and natural history of plant pathogens plus the principles of their management will be discussed.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 110.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • AGSC 313 - Plant Propagation


    An introductory plant propagation course, designed to provide the interested student with an understanding of the basics of sexual and asexual propagation and micropropagation techniques.

    Prerequisites: AGSC 218
    Credits: 4 hours
  
  • AGSC 314 - Principles of Soil Science


    A comprehensive introduction to soil science. Origin, formulation, characteristics and resultant management implications for use of soil resources, with applications for agriculture, the environment, waste disposal, engineering and society.

    Prerequisite: BIOL 100 or BIOL 107 or BIOL 108 or CHEM 100 or CHEM 120.
    Credits: 4 hours
    When Offered: (offered fall only)
  
  • 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 will also be covered.

    Prerequisites: AGSC 218.
    Credits: 4 hours
  
  • AGSC 320 - Anatomy & Physiology of Domestic Animals


    A systems approach to the study of farm animal anatomy and physiology.

    Credits: 4 hours
    When Offered: (offered spring, odd years)
  
  • AGSC 321 - Animal Nutrition


    Various nutrients: their function, digestion, and metabolism by various species of animals.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 121 and AGSC 215.
    Credits: 4 hours
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  
  • 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.

    Credits: 3 hours
    When Offered: (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.

    Credits: 3 hours
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  
  • 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
    Credits: 4 hours
  
  • AGSC 340 - Futures and Options Markets


    History, mechanics and economic functions of futures and options markets: hedging, behavior of futures and options markets in the U.S. economy and the world, futures and options as a policy tool.

    Prerequisites: AGSC 260 or ECON 201 or ECON 205.
    Credits: 3 hours
    When Offered: (offered fall, odd years)
  
  • 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.
    Credits: 3 hours
    When Offered: (offered spring, odd years)
    NOTE: Some sections of this course are writing-enhanced.
  
  • AGSC 345 - Agricultural Markets, Prices and Trade


    Analysis of economic interdependencies among agricultural industries, geographically dispersed markets, alternative product forms and markets separated in time.

    Prerequisites: AGSC 260 and ECON 201 or ECON 205.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • AGSC 352 - Animal Reproduction


    A study of the anatomy and physiology of reproduction in mammals with major emphasis on farm animal species.

    Prerequisite: BIOL 107. Recommended: AGSC 215.
    Credits: 3 hours
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  
  • AGSC 353 - Equine Reproduction Practicum


    An experiential study of reproduction of horses.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 352.
    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • AGSC 354 - Bovine Reproduction Practicum


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

    Prerequisite: AGSC 352.
    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • AGSC 355 - Ovine Reproduction Practicum


    This course is designed to familiarize students with the reproductive physiology and anatomy of the ewe and the ram, as well as the technical aspects of sheep breeding.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 352.
    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • 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.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • AGSC 391 - Internship in Agriculture


    Internship in an agriculturally-oriented business under the supervision of a University faculty member. Only 4 hours of AGSC 391 may be applied toward learning plan.

    Prerequisites: junior standing; approval and assignment by University personnel and organization concerned. Co-requisite: AGSC 392.
    Credits: 4-12 hours
  
  • 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.

    Co-requisite: AGSC 391.
    Credits: 1-3 hours
  
  • 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 and AGSC 314.
    Credits: 3 hours
    When Offered: (offered spring only)
    NOTE: Some sections of this course are writing-enhanced.
  
  • AGSC 414 - Agricultural Policy


    To provide an understanding of domestic and international issues in U.S. agricultural food policy. A study of major problems confronting agriculture. How public policy influences the nature and performance of U.S. and world agriculture.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 260 or ECON 200 or ECON 201 or ECON 205.
    Credits: 3 hours
    When Offered: (offered spring, even years)
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  
  • 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.
    Credits: 3 hours
    When Offered: (offered fall only)
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
    NOTE: 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.

    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • 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.) will also be covered. Topics include climatic and soil conditions, cultural management, pruning and training. Includes laboratory.

    Prerequisites: AGSC 218
    Credits: 4 hours
  
  • 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.
    Credits: 1 hour
  
  • AGSC 422 - Grazing Animal Ecology


    An integrative course studying detailed interactions among soils, Midwestern pasture plants, and grazing beef cattle and sheep.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 215 and AGSC 321.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • AGSC 423 - Physiology of Lactation


    The study of the biology of lactation in livestock species. Relates cellular biology to management practices.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 215.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • AGSC 427 - Swine Management Science


    Purebred and commercial swine breeding, feeding, marketing, and management methods.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 215.
    Credits: 3 hours
  
  • AGSC 429 - Domestic Animal Behavior


    Animal behavior patterns and systems, socialization, environmental, genetic, and physiological factors as they relate to domestic animals and livestock production.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 215.
    Credits: 3 hours
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  
  • 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 AGSC major as part of the Learning Plan (Area of Specialization) and AGSC electives.

    Credits: 1-3 hours
  
  • AGSC 442 - Agriculture Research


    Continuation of AGSC 441.

    Credits: 1-3 hours
  
  • AGSC 443 - Agriculture Research


    Continuation of AGSC 442.

    Credits: 1-3 hours
  
  • AGSC 490 - Agriculture Practicum I


    AGSC 490/491 is the capstone course for Agricultural Science. Students will work collaboratively with faculty and other students to plan, develop, and execute an agricultural production enterprise (agronomic, horticultural or animal-related). Successful completion requires student teams to work together to solve problems by drawing on their collective experience and knowledge of plant science, soil science, animal science, and agricultural business and marketing.

    Prerequisites: Students enrolled in AGSC 490 must have either successfully completed all 100-, 200-, and 300-level Agricultural Science core courses or be concurrently enrolled in those they lack.
    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • AGSC 491 - Agriculture Practicum II


    AGSC 491 is the second half of the capstone course for Agricultural Science. This is a continuation of AGSC 490 involving independent work by teams of students in conjunction with faculty mentors.

    Prerequisite: AGSC 490.
    Credits: 2 hours
  
  • ART 115 - Drawing I


    An introduction to materials and techniques of drawing, including basic conceptual and thematic development.

    Credits: 3 hours
    Art 2-D course.
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  
  • 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 will be explored. Skill development in verbalizing visual information will be addressed through the study of contemporary and historical issues. Introduction to University and Art Assessment Programs.

    Credits: 1 hour
    When Offered: (offered fall only)
  
  • ART 128 - Pre-MAE Visual Arts Seminar


    Introduction to the Visual Arts MAE Program and the requirements leading to Missouri certification and to the MAE degree. Includes guidance and monitoring of the fifty-five hour observation prerequisite needed to enter Clinical Experiences.

    Credits: 0 hours
    Art pre-MAE course.
  
  • ART 190 - Foundations Proficiency Review


    Exhibition and faculty review of works from art foundations courses with written statement in which the student demonstrates the capacity for success in the Art major. This course is graded pass/fail and is a prerequisite for enrollment in all 300-level studio and visual communications courses (exception: ART 315).

    Prerequisites OR Co-requisites: ART 115, ART 215, ART 210, ART 211, and ART 127.
    Credits: 1 hour
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  
  • ART 201 - Design Software and Process


    Entry-level visual communications 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.

    Credits: 3 hours
    Art Vis Comm course.
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  
  • ART 203 - Introduction to the Visual Arts


    The relationship of the student to visual environment studied through a survey of the aesthetics of the visual arts and through a survey of historical periods. Available to non-art majors only.

    Credits: 3 hours
    NOTE: This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Fine Arts Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  
  • ART 205 - Ceramics I


    Basic ceramics for the art major. Hand-building of functional and sculptural forms. Introduction to clay and glaze materials, kilns, and firing.

    Prerequisite: ART 210.
    Credits: 3 hours
    Art 3-D course.
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  
  • ART 207 - Fibers I


    Introduction to basic fiber art techniques and processes. Emphasis on surface design, textile printing, and fabric construction techniques.

    Prerequisite: ART 210.
    Credits: 3 hours
    Art 3-D course.
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  
  • ART 210 - Design I


    Two dimensional design elements and principles. Introduction to color theory.

    Credits: 3 hours
    Art 2-D course.
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  
  • ART 211 - Design II


    An introduction to three-dimensional design elements and principles.

    Prerequisite: ART 210.
    Credits: 3 hours
    Art 3-D course.
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  
  • ART 213 - Creative Photography


    Introduction to basic photographic materials, history, and techniques.

    Credits: 3 hours
    Art 2-D course.
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  
  • ART 215 - Drawing II


    Continuation of Drawing I with greater emphasis on drawing from the human figure.

    Prerequisite: ART 115.
    Credits: 3 hours
    Art 2-D course.
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  
  • ART 216 - Sculpture I


    Introduction to three-dimensional sculpture media and techniques.

    Credits: 3 hours
    Art 3-D course.
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  
  • ART 217 - Printmaking I


    The basic methods, materials, and tools of intaglio, relief, and planographic printing will be explored.

    Prerequisites: ART 115 and ART 210.
    Credits: 3 hours
    Art 2-D course.
    NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
 

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