Performing Arts 363. Topics in Combinatorics (4) Ramsey theory, bipartite graphs, computational complexity, coding theory, block designs and/or other topics of combinatorics. Prerequisite: Math 361 and Math 362. 372. Vector Analysis (4) Vector analysis, integral theorems and generalized coordinates. Prerequisite: Math 321. 381. Complex Variables (4) Analysis and applications of functions of a single complex variable. Prerequisite: Math 213. 416. Number Theory (4) Foundations of number theory, congruences, residues, and reciprocity. Prerequisite: Math 213. 421,422,423. Advanced Calculus (3-3-3) Analysis of functions of one and several variables. Prerequisite: Math 314 and 321. 451. Differential Equations (4) Prerequisite: Math 321. 452. Differential Equations (4) Prerequisites: Math 325 and Math 451. 453. Differential Equations (4) Prerequisite: Math 451. 461,462,463. Numerical Analysis (4-4-4) Introduction to numerical methods. Use of the digital computer in solving otherwise intractable problems. Prerequisite: Math 325 and Comsci 240 or 260. 475. Topics in Mathematics (2-4) This course will vary with the demand and may be taken more than once for a maximum of 5 credit hours. Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor. 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) In order to provide flexibility and to meet many different needs, a number of specific offerings are possible using this catalog number. When the number is used it will be accompanied by a brief and specific descriptive title. The specific title with the credit authorized for the particular offering will appear on the student transcript. 511. Algebra for In-Service Teachers (3) Concepts and teaching strategies for intermediate algebra. 512. Trigonometry for In-Service Teachers (3) Concepts and applications of circular functions with an emphasis on teaching strategies. 513. Pre-Calculus for In-Service Teachers (3) Pre-Calculus mathematics with emphasis on concepts and teaching strategies. 518,519. Applied Calculus For In-Service Teachers (3-3) Prerequisite: Math 513 or equivalent course. 521,522,523. Calculus for In-Service Teachers (3-3-3) Prerequisite: Math 512,513 or equivalent courses. 524. Calculus For In-Service Teachers (3) Concepts of analytic geometry and calculus for in-service teachers. Prerequisite: Math 523 or equivalent course. 592. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) In order to provide flexibility and to meet many different needs, a number of specific offerings are possible using this catalog number. When the number is used it will be accompanied by a brief and specific descriptive title. The specific title with the credit authorized for the particular offering will appear on the student transcript. DEPARTMENT OF PERFORMING ARTS Chair: Ronald L. Wooden Location: Browning Center, Room 329 Telephone Contact: Gale Hudgens 626-6437 Professors: John M. Elzey, K. Earl Ericksen, Ronald V. Ladwig, T. Leonard Rowley, Ronald L. Wooden; Associate Professors: Sherwin W. Howard, Scott L. Jensen, Paul R. Joines, Daniel L. Martina, Michael A. Palumbo; Assistant Professors: Evelyn Harris, Mark A. Henderson, Mary Ray Johnson, Brian R. Jones, Donald K. Keipp, Thomas R. Root, Michele Rusinko, Lyneer C. Smith, Donald Threlkeld, Catherine Zublin; Instructor: Nancy S. Johnson. Adjunct Faculty: A. William Barnewitz, Scott Birkinshaw, Juleen Boothe, Rulon Christiansen, Murray Crewe, Bruce Day, Bruce Ericksen, David E. Feller, Anita Ford, Jeannine Goeckeritz, Holly Gornik, Ivaloo Lund, Larry Mahlis, Douglas Mann, Michael Mann, Richard Marsden, Rosemary Mathews, Jane Morrison, Michael Packham, Daniel Rich, Jay Rubin, Jeanne Trovers, Ronald Watkins, Clair West, Todd Woodbury. Purpose The Department of Performing Arts program at Weber State College is based on five primary purposes: (1) To develop aesthetically aware and artistically discriminating citizens; (2) To provide opportunities for all students to participate in creative, artistic experiences and to encourage community members to participate in the performing arts; (3) To develop artistic competence and sensitivity; (4) To provide for career development in the arts through the preparation of teachers, performing artists, scholars, and technical specialists; and (5) To expose students and community to classic and contemporary works in all genres of the performing arts and to continue to provide the finest possible performances in the arts. Education The Department of Performing Arts, with its unique integrated emphases, educates men and women at the undergraduate level in dance, music, and theatre arts. The Dance • General Informatioi 80 Department's diverse professional faculty specializes in designing educational experiences which foster personal and professional growth while nurturing leadership qualities. The Department's degree programs prepare students for professional careers in teaching and performance as well as in technical specialities while providing the liberal arts background necessary for graduate study. In the Department's performing arts series, students and faculty participate in professionally produced dance, musical, and theatrical events. DANCE AREA Description The objectives of the Dance Area of the Department of Performing Arts are: (1) To develop an awareness of dance as an art form. (2) To provide opportunities for students and community members to participate in a variety of dance experiences. (3) To develop technical competence and critical thinking skills for modern dance, ballet, and jazz dance forms. (4) To prepare teachers qualified to teach the content in the Utah core curriculum for dance. (5) To provide opportunites for artistic interaction between students and area dance professionals. Education Two departmental minors are offered: (1) Dance and (2) Dance Teaching. Dance minors follow a program which provides a common core of courses followed by elective- courses. A minimum of twenty-five (25) credit hours (GPA of 2.25 or better) must be completed in the Dance Area courses. Teaching minors must also complete a minimum of twenty-five (25) credit hours (GPA of 2.25 or better) from the Dance Area courses and, in addition, satisfy all requirements for the Certification Program as outlined by the School of Education. Dance Teaching Minors are strongly encouraged to select Teaching Majors in subject areas which Utah secondary schools are required to teach. Orchesis Dance Theatre Orchesis Dance Theatre is an umbrella organization which offers a broad range of dance experiences for students to work with area dance professionals. Students have the opportunity to choreograph and/or perform in professionally produced concerts in the Allred Theatre. PROGRAM: COMPOSITE MUSIC THE A TRE EMPHASIS BACHELOR DEGREE General Requirements: • Specific College Requirements (see index). • Requirements for General Education (see index). • No minor is required. • All major courses must be a C (2.00) or better. • Must achieve an overall GPA of C (2.00) or better. • 183 total credit hours are required. Sixty of the total hours must be upper division (courses numbered 300 and above). Specific Requirements: Pre-major Core for Musical Theatre Emphasis • Dance -169 (3). • Music -104 (3), 109 (3) (if needed for admission to 110). • Theatre Arts -100 (3), 110 (3). Composite Musical Theatre Emphasis (96 credit hours) • Dance (24 credits): 147 (1), 148 (1), 149 (1), 241 (2), 247 (1), 248 (1), 249 (1), 291 (1) (may be repeated 3 times), 349 (1), 481 (3), 491 (2) (may be repeated 2 times), electives (5). • Music (36 credits): 110 (4), 111 (4), 112 (4), 144 and/or 344 (6), 216 (1), 219 (2), 339 (3), Private Voice (131 through 431) (12). • Theatre Arts (36 credits): 121 (3), 122 (3), 210 (3), 211 (4), 212 (3), 230 (3), 275 (2), 311 (3), upper division electives (12). Electives to be chosen in consultation with advisor. PROGRAM: DANCE MINOR AND DANCE TEACHING MINOR General Requirements: • Minors must achieve a GPA of 2.25 or better in minor courses. Specific Requirements (25 credit hours with advisor approval): • Required courses (18 credit hours minimum): Dance 147 (1), 149 (1), 169 (3), 247 (1), 249 (1), 271 (2), 291*(1), 332 (2), 349*(1), 386 (2), 491**(2), PE 364 (2). • Elective courses (7 credit hours): Dance 148 (1), 241 (2), 248 (1), 292 (1-6), 330 (2), 340 (2), 492 (1-6), support courses from other disciplines. *May be repeated three times. **May be repeated once. DANCE COURSES m Courses numbered from 146-153,247-249, and 251 also meet the physical education activities requirements, under Specific Requirements (seepage 15). Students of Dance are encouraged to see an adviser for additional dance offerings. 146. Folk Dance (1) 147. Ballet, Elementary (1) 148. Jazz Dance, Elementary (1) 149. Modern Dance, Elementary (1) 151. Aerobic Dance, Elementary (1) 152. Social Dance (1) Student Services Interdisc. 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