2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin - NMU Bulletin

AIS 495 Special Topics in Library and Information Science 1-4 cr.

• Offered: On demand
• Prerequisites: Junior standing.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

An opportunity to study resources and issues in library and information science that are not part of established courses.

AIS 295 Special Topics 1-4 cr.

• Offered: On demand
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Investigation of a significant topic. Content Varies.

AH 102 Growth and Development 3 cr.

• Offered: Fall Winter
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.
• General Education: This course applies towards the following general education requirement(s):
  • Integrative Thinking (INTT)

Developing a concept of human life from birth to death. Emphasis is on the normal stages of growth and development of the human being at different ages. This course serves as a framework within which students explore their own feelings concerning the life process and develop a philosophy concerning the appreciation of that process.

AD 498 Directed Study 1-4 cr.

• Offered: On demand
• Prerequisites: Junior standing and instructor's permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

A course arranged by contract with the instructor of a particular studio area.

AD 495 Special Topics in Art and Design 1-4 cr.

• Offered: On demand
• Prerequisites: Junior standing and instructor's permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

A course providing art and design experiences not emphasized in regular course offerings. Notes:

May be repeated if topic differs.

AD 492 Internship in Art and Design 1-4 cr.

• Offered: On demand
• Graded: S/U
• Prerequisites: 160, AD 175, AD 270, AD 303, GPA 2.7, junior standing and approval of the major professor.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

The object of this course is to provide Art and Design majors with professional work experience in their chosen area of concentration.

AD 485 Foundations: Theories and Practices 4 cr.

• Offered: Fall Winter
• Prerequisites: AD 270.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Utilizing a range of analytical and practical frameworks this course includes an intensive examination of the methods, production, values, philosophies and theories surrounding art and design. 

AD 450 Studio Practice 2-4 cr.

• Offered: On demand
• Prerequisites: Junior standing and department head permission. Open only to those students who, through transfer or departmental evaluation, do not have enough credits for graduation from a particular area of studio concentration.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

A course arranged by contract with the instructor of a particular studio concentration.

AD 434A Computer Art: Advanced Studio 4 cr.

• Offered: Winter, odd numbered years
• Prerequisites: AD 303 or concurrent enrollment, AD 334A or AD 334B, or instructor permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Development of concepts and methods for computer art with a focus on portfolio development. Topics may include advanced animation, experimental animation, scripting, game development, motion capture, digital sculpting, and advanced rendering with emphasis on creative exploration.

AD 424B Woodworking: Seating and Complex Joinery 4 cr.

• Offered: Winter, odd numbered years
• Prerequisites: AD 303 or concurrent enrollment, AD 324A or AD 324B, or instructor permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Continued development of a professional portfolio. Emphasis is placed on the application of ideology and theory while maintaining a close attention to design, process, and concept of chair construction.