2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin - NMU Bulletin

CS 365 Client-Side Web Programming 4 cr.  (4-0-0)

• Offered: Every third semester, starting Winter 2024
• Prerequisites: CS 201.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

This course covers how to develop websites, with an emphasis on web applications. Current client-side frameworks and/or libraries are used. The focus of this course is mainly on  client-side technologies, although server-side technologies may be introduced as well. 

Notes:

May not be repeated for credit.

CS 345 Android Programming 4 cr.  (4-0-0)

• Offered: Winter
• Prerequisites: CS 222 or permission of instructor.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

This course teaches how to program the Android operating system using Java. Topics include developing competence with the Android design tools, basic application writing, GUI creation, events and network programming.  

Notes:

May not be repeated for credit.

HP 273A Aqua Zumba 1 cr.  (0-0-2)

• Offered: Fall Winter
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

This course utilizes the aqua Zumba fitness program to enhance muscle tone and strength, cardiovascular endurance, agility, balance, coordination, and stability. The Latin-inspired dance fitness movements are modified to be appropriate for the aquatic environment. Zumba is fused with the basic principles of aqua aerobics in a workout that is easy to follow yet challenging for people of various fitness abilities. Emphasis is placed on learning appropriate exercise techniques as well as general fitness principles to enhance the students’ well-being and improve overall performance.

Notes: May be taken multiple times for credit.

HP 273 Zumba 1 cr.  (0-0-1)

• Offered: Fall Winter
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

This course utilizes the Zumba fitness program to enhance muscle tone and strength, cardiovascular endurance, agility, balance, coordination, and stability. This Latin-inspired dance fitness class incorporates a wide variety of music and dance rhythms. The movements can be modified for all fitness and ability levels and participants learn to adjust the intensity to fit individual needs. Emphasis is placed on learning appropriate exercise techniques as well as general fitness principles to enhance the students’ well-being.

Notes: May be taken multiple times for credit.

HP 263B Snowboarding-Intermediate 1 cr.

• Offered: Winter
• Prerequisites: HP 263 or instructor permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Intermediate snowboarding introduces the student to dynamic carving which is a necessary skill for a rider to feel confident turning (carving) down both groomed blue and black runs. HP 263 is a prerequisite and your instructor will expect a high level of participation and determination on your part to learn these new skills. Both subjective and objective criteria will be applied when determining your level of achievement.

Notes: May be taken multiple times for credit.

HP 093 Zumba Gold 1 cr.  (0-0-2)

• Offered: Fall Winter
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Zumba gold is a program designed to enhance muscle tone and strength, coordination, cardiovascular endurance, agility, balance, and stability for the active older participant. The Zumba fitness program is a Latin-inspired, dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin and International music and dance movements. The movements can be modified to be appropriate for all fitness and ability levels, and intensity can be adjusted to fit individual needs.  

Notes: May be taken multiple times for credit.

DAN 495 Special Topics in Dance 2-4 cr.

• Offered: On demand
• Prerequisites: Approval of instructor.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

A study of areas in intermediate and advanced dance technique and theory not included in regularly scheduled courses. 

Notes: May be repeated for up to 8 credit hours.

DAN 404 Dance Management 2 cr.

• Offered: Fall Every Other Year (Depending on Enrollment)
• Prerequisites: Sophomore standing.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

This course will examine the non-performance side of dance including: dance studios, dance companies, and non-profit organizations. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the requirements and roles of each of these branches of dance business through class readings, discussions and research. Culminating project will include a written proposal and presentation for a fictional version of one of the three venues explored.

DAN 308 Creative Composition 2 cr.

• Offered: Fall Every Other Year (Depending on Enrollment)
• Prerequisites: Sophomore standing and DAN 301, DAN 302, OR DAN 303 (may be taken concurrently) or instructor approval.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

A practical experience focusing on the choreographer’s creative process for solo dances. Emphasis will be placed on identifying, selecting and utilizing a variety of source material through use of critical evaluation skills for dance, use of choreographic devices, use of improvisation for generating movement, creating meaning through the use of time, space, energy/force, and weight, and creation of a written personal artistic statement.

DAN 304 Dance Improvisation 1 cr.

• Offered: Every other fall
• Prerequisites: DAN 201, DAN 202, DAN 203 or equivalent or instructor approval.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Exploration of movement through spontaneous problem-solving. The course is designed to evoke the student’s creative individuality and sense of ensemble. In this course students research and actualize theories of dance and the creative process. The course will combine dance techniques, improvisation techniques, contact work and research. This course is a multi-disciplinary approach to dance.