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4.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the concept of culture, anthropological methods and theories, and the unity and diversity of the human species. Culture is the means by which human beings adapt to their environment, structure their societies, and give meaning to life. The course surveys the similarities and differences of the complex whole of human culture, including: subsistence strategies; economics; marriage, family and kinship; gender; political organization; inequality; religion; colonialism; and globalization. There is a focus on current issues and problems, and their relationship to societal and global matters. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0721 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goals 5 & 7) 4C/4/0/0
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4.00 Credits
This course examines human biological evolution and variation from the perspective of morphological and cultural adaptation. Discussion addresses the basis of human biology, including genetics, physiology, population dynamics, and adaptive mechanisms. Primates and human ancestors are explored as a comparative model of contemporary human behavior and social organization. The frameworks and arguments of fossil and archaeological evidence are investigated. Modern human biological diversity and adaptations are analyzed, with attention to disease environments and misconceptions of "race." (Prerequisite(s): READ 0721 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goals 5 & 10) 4C/4/0/0
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3.00 Credits
This course examines how sex, gender, and sexuality are culturally constructed through social structures, and how these influence the biological distinctions of male, female, and intersex individuals. Through a comparative approach, we will survey gender roles, values, and relative rank in various socioeconomic levels, including hunter-gatherer, horticultural, pastoral, agricultural, and industrial. Other material to explore will include the intersection between gender, race, class, and sexuality; the origins and consequences of patriarchy; the impact of the global economy on gender identities and self-perceptions; gender, politics, and social change; and the status of women and men in different kinship systems and families, and the power that accrues to them. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0721 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goals 5 & 8) 3C/3/0/0
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
This course is designed to present additional or unique material and learning experiences within a specified discipline. The course will be based on student need, flexibility, and may be designed to meet various transfer and pre-major course requirements. Please see a current Course Schedule for complete course details. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0721 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goal 5) Variable credits 1-6
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5.00 Credits
Beginning Arabic introduces students to the classic, contemporary Arabic language, including the written alphabet and sound system. In this course you will develop basic listening, speaking, reading and writing skills necessary to communicate about self, family and daily life. You will also explore cultural aspects of the Arabic-speaking world, as well as various dialectical variations in the Arabic-speaking world. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0721 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate assessment score.) (MnTC: Goal 8) 5C/5/0/0
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5.00 Credits
This course is a continuation of Arabic 1. You will learn the use of past tense structures and pronoun usage. You will continue to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills necessary to communicate about self, family, and daily life, as well as on abstract concepts such as feelings and emotions: You will continue exploring cultural aspects of the Arabic-speaking world. (Prerequisite(s): ARAB 1310 Beginning Arabic 1 with grade of "C" or better) (MnTC: Goal 8) 5C/5/0/0
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3.00 Credits
This is a course devoted to introducing photography as a medium of creative expression and visual communication. Students are introduced to cameras and the techniques used to create black and white photographs. Initial assignments address technical proficiency and then the emphasis transitions to creative exploration, aesthetics, and meaning. Classroom discussion will also establish a fundamental understanding of creating art and critically discussing photographs. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0722 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0900 with a grade of "C" or better, or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goal 6) 3C/1/2/0
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3.00 Credits
This is a course devoted to fostering the skills and proficiency established in Photography 1 and allows students to experience a more meaningful amount of time to produce a body of creative work concentrating on one topic or thematic element. The intention of this course is for each student to produce a unique, high-quality, photographic portfolio that showcases technical and conceptual understanding of the photographic medium with the artwork produced. (Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1713 Photography 1 with a grade of "C" or better) (MnTC: Goal 6) 3C/1/2/0
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3.00 Credits
Photography 3 will build on the foundational skills of photography as an art form learned in the first two semesters of Photography coursework. We will continue to emphasize composition, exposure, camera work and advanced printing techniques to further enhance the capability of personal expression available in the medium. The class will explore professional practices in photography, complete a collaborative assignment, explore advanced printing techniques and opportunities, and develop skills to produce a portfolio of high quality black and white or color photographs. (Prerequisite: ARTS 1714 Photography 2 with a grade of "C" or better) (MnTC: Goal 6) 3C/1/2/0
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3.00 Credits
This is an introductory "learning to look" course with the objective of developing students' ability to see, understand and enjoy the visual arts. Examples of painting, sculpture, architecture from around the world, many of which will already be familiar to students, will be viewed, discussed and analyzed in class. We will then venture beyond the book by visiting a local art museum. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0721 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goal 6 & 8) 3C/3/0/0
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