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Technology (TECH) |
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TECH 381 - Construction Materials and Methods Unique Course
This is a study of contemporary principles and practices used in the construction industry. Emphasis is placed on residential and light commercial construction design, including standard symbols and conventions commonly used in residential and light commercial building construction drawings. Drawings and prints will be developed using architectural computer aided drafting software.
3 semester hours
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TECH 384 - Construction Documents Unique Course
This course will provide the student with the skills needed to correctly interpret construction drawings and specifications. It links the study of architectural blueprints to the specifications and Construction Specifications Institute format.
3 semester hours
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TECH 389 - Construction Project Management Unique Course
This course is an examination of construction project management. The student will learn about labor, equipment and material utilization, construction pricing and contracting, bidding, and the negotiating process. Furthermore the student will learn about construction scheduling, labor management, and cost control.
PreRequisite: TECH-384
3 semester hours
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TECH 414 - Architectural Design Technology Unique Course
This is the study of residential and light commercial building infrastructure. It includes the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) construction design and components. Residential and light commercial buildings are studied to determine energy efficient design components and green building considerations.
Additional Fee: An additional ‘Mandatory Fee’ applies to this course.
PreRequisite: TECH-381
3 semester hours
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TECH 416 - CAD Mechanical Drafting II Unique Course
This course is designed to enable experienced computer aided drafting users to create solid models for analysis and production. Emphasis then will be placed on system management and three dimensions.
Additional Fee: An additional ‘Mandatory Fee’ applies to this course.
PreRequisite: TECH-312
3 semester hours
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TECH 441 - Computer Aided Manufacturing I Unique Course
This course is a study of computer aided manufacturing (CAM). Topics include CAM theory, computer numeric control (CNC) of mills/lathes and robotic programming and operations. This course includes hands-on activities.
3 semester hours
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TECH 445 - Computer Aided Manufacturing II Unique Course
This is an advanced computer aided manufacturing course that utilizes software to develop advanced CNC programs and virtual work cells.
PreRequisite: TECH-441
3 semester hours
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TECH 450 - Technology for Elementary Schools Unique Course
This study of manipulative activities may be integrated with traditional elementary school offerings. Students will design, construct and present learning activities.
3 semester hours
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TECH 490 - Seminar Unique Course
A highly focused and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as the Internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than twenty (20) students.
1 to 3 semester hours
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TECH 491 - Independent Study Unique Course
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
Note: This course requires permission of the Instructor and/or College Dean.
1 to 3 semester hours
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TECH 492 - Topics Unique Course
Includes Current Topics, Advanced Topics, and Special Topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is no wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.
1 to 3 semester hours
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TECH 494 - Internship Unique Course
Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience, they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with Field Experience courses.
Note: This course requires permission of the Instructor and/or College Dean.
1 to 6 semester hours
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Theatre (THEA) |
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THEA 100 - Introduction to Theatre Common Course Number & Description
Introductory course designed to enhance the student’s enjoyment and understanding of the theatrical experience. Play readings, films, and demonstrations acquaint the students with the history and techniques of the theatrical art.
3 semester hours
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THEA 131 - Introduction to Acting Common Course Number & Description
Designed for the non-major interested in exploring acting as a means of improving communication skills and self -expression. Includes specific process for role development, text analysis, and opportunities to practice the craft and art of acting.
3 semester hours
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THEA 241 - Stagecraft Common Course Number & Description
Theory and practical experience in theatre production. Lab work on two major theatre productions.
3 semester hours
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THEA 243 - Make-Up Common Course Number & Description
Principles of theatrical makeup techniques, including character analysis and practical application.
3 semester hours
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THEA 270 - History of World Cinema Unique Course
This course will focus on the study of communication through the medium of film. It will investigate the historical development and the social and cultural impact of film. Students will explore the medium of film as a distinctive art form and recognize the intricacies of cinematography, direction, screenplay, style, and genre. Using the distinctive language of film, student will critically examine stylistic differences in representative foreign as well as domestic films.
3 semester hours
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THEA 291 - Independent Study Common Course Number & Description
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
1 to 3 semester hours
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THEA 292 - Topics Common Course Number & Description
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
1 to 4 semester hours
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THEA 344 - Fundamentals of Design Unique Course
The Fundamentals of Design course is an exploration of scenic, costume, lighting, and sound design. This course studies the theories and techniques of design for the stage, and the theory behind the design process. How theatrical design interprets themes and moods of a play, as well as identification of period and place.
3 semester hours
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THEA 351 - Directing Common Course Number & Description
Introduction to the techniques and concerns of the stage director, including composition, movement, and tempo-rhythm. Script analysis and scene presentation form the core of the course.
3 semester hours
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THEA 361 - Literature and History of the Theatre I Unique Course
Literature and History of the Theatre I is a comprehensive study of the patterns of development in theatre arts, and consideration of the social, political, and economic conditions in which theatre has functioned. Lectures and class discussions will concentrate on literature and history from primitive man through the Realistic period.
3 semester hours
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THEA 364 - Literature and History of the Theatre II Unique Course
Literature and History of the Theatre II is a comprehensive study of the patterns of development in theatre arts, and consideration of the social, political, and economic conditions in which theatre has functioned. Lectures and class discussions will concentrate on literature and history from the Realistic period through Modern periods.
3 semester hours
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THEA 395 - Practicum Common Course Number & Description
Applied, monitored and supervised, field based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience. They follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience.
3 semester hours
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THEA 450 - Senior Capstone Project Unique Course
Integrate the student’s theatrical experience and studies during their tenure at Black Hills State University. Students will propose a specific project, to the theatre faculty, which is intended to be a culmination of all previous study expressed in a specific area of emphasis.
3 semester hours
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THEA 455 - Advanced Acting Common Course Number & Description
Textual analysis, movement and acting styles for the theatre.
3 semester hours
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THEA 490 - Seminar Common Course Number & Description
A highly focused, and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as internet and are at the upper division graduate levels. Enrollments in generally limited to fewer than 20 students.
1 to 3 semester hours
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THEA 491 - Independent Study Common Course Number & Description
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
1 to 6 semester hours
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THEA 492 - Topics Common Course Number & Description
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
1 to 5 semester hours
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THEA 494 - Internship Common Course Number & Description
Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience. They follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience.
1 to 16 semester hours
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THEA 495 - Practicum Common Course Number & Description
Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience, they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience.
1 semester hours
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Tourism/Hospitality Management (THM) |
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THM 100 - Introduction to Tourism & Hospitality Management Unique Course
Philosophical study of the basic components of the tourism and hospitality industry from a historical, social, philosophical and, psychological perspective. It includes the study of the industry from regional, state, national and international perspectives.
3 semester hours
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THM 200 - Convention, Meetings, & Event Planning Unique Course
Students are provided with an in-depth view of convention/meetings planning, including types of meetings, exhibition and trade shows, convention organizations, and contracted agreements. Students may be required to attend specific conventions and trade shows to enhance their working knowledge of convention/meeting functions.
Additional Fee: An additional ‘Mandatory Fee’ applies to this course.
3 semester hours
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THM 291 - Independent Study Unique Course
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
Note: This course requires permission of the Instructor and/or College Dean.
Additional Fee: An additional Mandatory Fee applies to this course.
1 to 3 semester hours
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THM 292 - Topics Unique Course
Includes Current Topics, Advanced Topics, and Special Topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.
Additional Fee: An additional ‘Mandatory Fee’ applies to this course.
1 to 3 semester hours
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THM 296 - Field Experience Unique Course
Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study established between the student, instructor and field experience supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with an Internship or Practicum course.
Additional Fee: An additional ‘Mandatory Fee’ applies to this course.
1 to 3 semester hours
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THM 310 - Restaurant Management Unique Course
In this study of institutional food procedures, sources of supply and methods of delivery will be studied. Topics will include determination of food costs, preparation, and equipment requirements; organization of the kitchen staff; inventory control and yield-testing techniques; and food and beverage cost controls.
Additional Fee: An additional ‘Mandatory Fee’ applies to this course.
3 semester hours
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THM 320 - Lodging Management Unique Course
This course will be an examination of the basic management functions of planning, budgeting, controlling, staffing, and operating a lodging operation. Areas of study include front-of-the house operations, back-of-the-house procedures, property marketing, hotel/motel management information systems, and legal practices and consideration.
Additional Fee: An additional ‘Mandatory Fee’ applies to this course.
3 semester hours
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THM 401 - Ecotourism Unique Course
This course provides a comprehensive analysis of ecological aspects of tourism activities through readings and case analysis of ecotourism research. The class will focus on the foundations of ecotourism; ecotourism behavior; impacts of natural environments; and marketing, management, development, and policy issues.
Additional Fee: An additional ‘Mandatory Fee’ applies to this course.
3 semester hours
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THM 410 - Tourism Management Unique Course
Concepts and meaning of administration, leadership, board and executive relationships and personnel policies related to recreation, parks, and tourism areas and facilities within tourism enterprises will be studied.
Additional Fee: An additional ‘Mandatory Fee’ applies to this course.
3 semester hours
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THM 420 - Services Marketing Unique Course
Seeks to develop an understanding of service as a product or component of a product. The course provides students with the opportunity to gain an appreciation for the unique challenges inherent in marketing and managing services and service products. Topics include service design and delivery, service quality and standards, and the roles played by both service provider and customer, particularly in the hospitality and tourism industry.
Additional Fee: An additional ‘Mandatory Fee’ applies to this course.
PreRequisite: BADM-370
3 semester hours
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THM 450 - Casino Management Unique Course
This course emphasizes the methods, and ethical principles utilized in managing a casino operation. Gaming regulations and taxes, mathematics of casino games, casino management, and marketing are addressed.
Additional Fee: An additional ‘Mandatory Fee’ applies to this course.
3 semester hours
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THM 480 - Tourism Planning & Development Unique Course
This course will give special consideration to planning and development, personnel organization and human relations, marketing, and finance within tourism. Major topics include planning approaches, regional planning, and community tourism planning.
Additional Fee: An additional ‘Mandatory Fee’ applies to this course.
PreRequisite: THM-100 or THM-410
3 semester hours
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THM 491 - Independent Study Unique Course
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings,
special problems and special projects. Students complete
individualized plans of study which include significant
one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and
students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments
are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the
requirements of the topic.
Note: This course requires permission of the Instructor and/or College Dean.
Additional Fee: An additional 'Mandatory Fee' applies to this course.
PreRequisite:
1 to 3 semester hours
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THM 492 - Topics Unique Course
Includes Current Topics, Advanced Topics, and Special Topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.
Additional Fee: An additional ‘Mandatory Fee’ applies to this course.
1 to 3 semester hours
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THM 494 - Internship Unique Course
Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with Field Experience courses.
Note: This course requires permission of the Instructor and/or College Dean.
Additional Fee: An additional ‘Mandatory Fee’ applies to this course.
1 to 6 semester hours
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Wellness (WEL) |
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WEL 100 - Wellness for Life Common Course Number & Description
This course introduces the importance and holistic nature of the six dimensions of personal wellness and fitness. The course will provide the necessary knowledge and skills to make informed decisions which will lead to the development of a healthy lifestyle. Various issues related to the dimensions of wellness will be discussed. Students will have the opportunity to assess their current health status and identify potential risk factors.
CoRequisite: WEL-100L
1 semester hours
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WEL 100L - Wellness Lab Common Course Number & Description
This laboratory experience applies wellness concepts taught in WEL 100 lecture. Students will gain a level of understanding about one’s personal fitness level as well as learn a variety of skills to enhance personal wellness.
CoRequisite: WEL-100
1 semester hours
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Writing (WRIT) |
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WRTG 283 - Introduction to Creative Writing Common Course Number & Description
This course introduces students to the craft of writing, with readings and practice in at least two genres (including fiction, poetry, and drama).
Cross-listed: (Also offered as ENGL-283)
BH-PreRequisite: ENGL-101
3 semester hours
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WRTG 291 - Independent Study Common Course Number & Description
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
1 to 5 semester hours
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WRTG 304 - Fundamentals of English Grammar Unique Course
The course presents a broad range of traditional grammar topics (parts of speech, sentence types, sentence structure).
Cross-listed: (Also offered as ENGL-304)
3 semester hours
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WRTG 379 - Technical Communication Common Course Number & Description
Study of and practice in writing of a technical nature.
Cross-listed: (Also offered as ENGL-379)
BH-PreRequisite: ENGL-201; GE-101 or ENGL-101; Minimum grade C
3 semester hours
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WRTG 401 - Advanced Writing Common Course Number & Description
A grade of at least a “C” in English 101 and English 201 or permission of the instructor. Advanced Writing will give students the opportunity to strengthen and extend their writing skills and to make intellectual connections between their major field of study and the other fields of study they have encountered during their college education. The course will review primary writing techniques, but the emphasis will be allowing students to develop their own styles and voices. The course will add to the reading, writing, and thinking experiences accumulated in and outside the student’s major.
Cross-listed: (Also offered as ENGL-401)
3 semester hours
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WRTG 455 - Visual Culture Unique Course
Study and criticism of the symbolic, rhetorical, and ethical implications of imagery, as well as the place of imagery in a predominantly visual culture. Topics will include mediation, art, semiotics, identity, iconicity, virtuality, and commodification of images.
Cross-listed: (Also offered as SPCM-455)
3 semester hours
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WRTG 476 - Creative Writing: Fiction Common Course Number & Description
Advanced study of the writing process concentrating on fiction.
Cross-listed: (Also offered as ENGL-476)
BH-PreRequisite: ENGL/WRTG-283
3 semester hours
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WRTG 478 - Creative Writing: Poetry Common Course Number & Description
Advanced study of the writing process concentrating on poetry.
Cross-listed: (Also offered as ENGL-478)
BH-PreRequisite: ENGL-101
3 semester hours
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WRTG 479 - Professional Technical Writing Unique Course
The course focuses on the advanced study and practice of technical writing, emphasizing the skills necessary in various professional environments. The course will cover the range of electronic forms of written communication as well as the conventions of professional writing.
PreRequisite: ENGL/WRTG-379
3 semester hours
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WRTG 486 - Rhetorical Theory and Practice Common Course Number & Description
Survey of the developments and applications of the theories of rhetoric.
Cross-listed: (Also offered as ENGL-486)
PreRequisite: ENGL-101
3 semester hours
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WRTG 491 - Independent Study Common Course Number & Description
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic.
Registration Restriction: Permission of Instructor
1 to 5 semester hours
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WRTG 492 - Topics Common Course Number & Description
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
3 semester hours
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WRTG 494 - Internship Common Course Number & Description
Applied, monitored and supervised learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor than is the case with field experience.
Registration Restriction: Permission of Instructor
1 to 12 semester hours
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WRTG 498 - Undergrad Research/Scholarship Common Course Number & Description
Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.
Registration Restriction: Permission of Instructor
1 to 3 semester hours
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