May 03, 2024  
2018-2019 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2018-2019 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Architectural Engineering Technology

  
  • ACT 235L - Architectural Working Drawings I Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): ACT 235 .
  
  • ACT 261 - Residential Planning and Design

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AEC 132  and AEC 204 . Corequisite(s): ACT 261L . Analysis and problem-solving in the design and planning of residential buildings.
  
  • ACT 261L - Architectural Engineering Technology Laboratory

    0 hr.
    Corequisite(s): ACT 261 .
  
  • ACT 262 - Architectural Design I

    2 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AEC 132  and AEC 204 . Corequisite(s): ACT 262L . Residential planning and design. Application of analytical techniques, problem-solving processes and design factors in the planning and design of single and multifamily housing.
  
  • ACT 262L - Architectural Design I Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): ACT 262 .
  
  • ACT 301 - Pre-Design

    3 hrs.
    Explorations into site analysis and design requirements based on the environmental, topographic, and building/land code considerations that influence the schematic design.
  
  • ACT 321 - Architectural History I

    3 hrs.
    Analysis and evaluation of social, cultural, and political factors and their influence on the evolution of architectural design, Ancient to 1500 CE.
  
  • ACT 322 - Architectural History II

    3 hrs.
    Analysis and evaluation of social, cultural, and political factors and their influence on the evolution of architectural design, 1500CE to present.
  
  • ACT 336 - Construction Documents I

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AEC 234 . Development of construction drawings & coordination of specifications for the design & construction of buildings.
  
  • ACT 338 - Architectural Working Drawings III

    2 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): ACT 336 . Corequisite(s): ACT 338L . Advanced architectural detailing. This course explores a holistic, systems-based approach in the development and assembly of architectural details.
  
  • ACT 338L - Architectural Working Drawings III Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): ACT 338 .
  
  • ACT 348 - Modeling and Animation Applications I

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AEC 132  or demonstrated Computer-Aided Design and Drafting experience, computer modeling and animation developed with AutoDesk Viz.
  
  • ACT 363 - Architectural Studio I

    3 hrs.
    Design fundamentals; two- and three-dimensional design of architectural elements focusing on composition, conceptual design, and architectural vocabulary; introduction to architectural design processes.
  
  • ACT 364 - Architectural Studio II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): ACT 363 . Study of architectural types; the design of residential, commercial and institutional projects utilizing spatial planning principles, architectural precedents, and programming. Participation architectural excursion is required.
  
  • ACT 392 - Special Problems

    1-3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and approval of faculty adviser.
  
  • ACT 400 - Architectural Studio III

    6 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): ACT 364 . Study of site design; community based designed projects focusing on social issues, site analysis, and urban planning. Participation in architectural excursion is required.
  
  • ACT 401 - Architectural Studio IV

    6 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Prerequisite(s): ACT 400 . Comprehensive studio focusing on the synthesis of design and construction documents, environmental systems, and design-to-value principles.
  
  • ACT 465 - Architectural Design IV

    2 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): ACT 363 . Corequisite(s): ACT 465L . Integration of building systems, furnishings and smart technology into the architectural design and space planning process.
  
  • ACT 465L - Architectural Design IV Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): ACT 465 .
  
  • ACT 492 - Special Problems

    1-3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and approval of faculty adviser.

Architecture - Engineering - Construction

  
  • AEC 120 - Computational Methods in Engineering Technology

    3 hrs.
    Applications of software used in technology disciplines, mathematics, and physics.
  
  • AEC 132 - Digital Graphics I

    3 hrs.
    Introduction to the fundamental principles and techniques used to graphically represent architectural content and ideas.
  
  • AEC 204 - Materials and Methods of Construction

    3 hrs.
    Properties, characteristics, and utilization of materials used in design and construction of projects. Completion of a NCCER Performance Verification module is required.
  
  • AEC 234 - Digital Graphics II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AEC 132 . Design development utilizing architecturally-oriented software for use in building design, planning and pre-construction.
  
  • AEC 254 - Estimating I

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AEC 204 , AEC 204L . Material quantity survey and techniques used in estimating costs of construction projects.
  
  • AEC 258 - Construction Planning and Scheduling

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AEC 254 . Identification of construction project objectives and the ordered activity necessary to complete them; durations of project tasks applied to the work plan.
  
  • AEC 270 - Statics and Strengths of Materials

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 103 . Study of two-dimensional forces, force equilibrium, stresses, strains, beams and columns.
  
  • AEC 300 - Seminar

    3 hrs.
    Seminar. Current issues in construction.
  
  • AEC 315 - Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Systems

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AEC 204 . Study and evaluation of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and other supplementary systems for the built environment. Completion of a NCCER Performance Verification module is required.
  
  • AEC 315L - Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Systems Lab

    1 hr.
    Prerequisite(s): AEC 234 . Corequisite(s): AEC 315 . Study of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, applicable codes, and effect on the construction process.
  
  • AEC 316 - Electrical Systems

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AEC 132 . Design, installation and performance of electrical systems for residential and commercial buildings.
  
  • AEC 320 - Computer-Aided Drafting and Design I

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AEC 132 . Commercial CADD systems; hardware and software, graphics programming in two-and three-dimensions.
  
  • AEC 344 - Structural Design

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AEC 270 . Design of structural members utilizing steel, wood, and concrete.
  
  • AEC 365 - Estimating II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AEC 254 . Construction project cost estimation and proposal development.
  
  • AEC 380 - Specifications and Contract Documents

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Prerequisite(s): AEC 204 . Overview of the Project Life Cycle. Special emphasis will be on phases of a project, various types of contracts, methods of specifying, and writing specifications.
  
  • AEC 390 - Engineering Economics

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 101  Aspects of investment analysis relating to equipment justification, retirement, and replacement in industry.
  
  • AEC 400 - Senior Project

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and approval of faculty adviser. Student required to select performance problem and develop and evaluate training intervention which addresses the problem or need.
  
  • AEC 432 - Environmental Management Systems-ISO 14000 in Industry

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): ESC 301 . Study of Environmental Management Systems, codes, standards and development of a draft ISO 14000 Environmental Management System.
  
  • AEC 433 - Fire Safety

    3 hrs.
    Codes and technology used in fire prevention, detection, protection and suppression.
  
  • AEC 434 - Ergonomics

    3 hrs.
    Standards, statutes and technology used in ergonomic analysis of worksites, prevention and control of ergonomic risk conditions.
  
  • AEC 450 - Building Information Modeling

    3hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AEC 234 . Study of the management of building information models & data during building life-cycle from conception to occupancy.
  
  • AEC 478 - Applications of Construction Law

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): senior standing. Analysis of construction law. Legal problems, the bidding process, contract performance, the contract.
  
  • AEC 492 - Special Problems

    1-6 hrs.
    Topics in Engineering Technology I.
  
  • AEC 493 - Special Problems

    1-3 hrs.
    Topics in Engineering Technology II.
  
  • AEC 496 - Internship

    1 hr.
    A minimum of 300 total hours of internship under the direct supervision of industrial professionals in collaboration with Southern Miss faculty.

Art

  
  • ART 101 - Drawing I

    3 hrs.
    Studio. A study of the possibilities of drawing as the expression of a variety of ways of seeing and thinking. (CC 1313)
  
  • ART 102 - Drawing II

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 101 . A continuation of ART 101  involving space, composition and sustained drawings. (CC 1323)
  
  • ART 111 - Design I

    3 hrs.
    Studio. A study of the basic elements and principles of design and the ordering of them toward expression. (CC 1413)
  
  • ART 112 - Design II

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 111 . A continuation of the study of design with color theory and practice. (CC 1423)
  
  • ART 113 - Three-Dimensional Design

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 111 . Concepts and basic visual problems in designing sculptural form with the dimensions of height, width and depth.
  
  • ART 130 - Art Appreciation

    3 hrs.
    An introductory survey of visual arts themes, forms, and history for understanding and enjoyment of the medium.
  
  • ART 201 - Figure Drawing I

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 102 , ART 112 , ART 113 . Study of the structure and anatomy of the human figure, drawing and study from the figure.
  
  • ART 202 - Figure Drawing II

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 201 . Advanced study from the human figure involving composition and sustained drawings.
  
  • ART 203 - Figure Drawing III.

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 202 . Advanced drawing from the figure involving composition, expression and personal vision.
  
  • ART 215 - Photoshop+ (Photoshop Plus) for Non-Art Majors

    3 hrs.
    Photoshop+ is meant as a beginner 200 level workshop course for non-art majors. This course will focus on developing students’ understanding and skills with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
  
  • ART 221 - Technical Foundations for Painting

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 102 , ART 112 , ART 113 . Experimental problems with traditional painting media and techniques.
  
  • ART 238 - Introduction to Museum Studies

    3 hrs.
    This course will allow the student to study in the museum environment and become familiar with the professional duties of various museum personnel.
  
  • ART 251 - Workshop in Ceramics

    3 hrs.
    Traditional techniques in the forming, firing and glazing of clay. May not be used toward the major or minor in art or art education. May be repeated. (CC 2613)
  
  • ART 301 - Drawing

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 202 . Advanced study of visual form in drawing.
  
  • ART 302 - Drawing

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 301 . Advanced study of visual form in drawing.
  
  • ART 303 - Drawing

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 302 . Advanced problematic study of form in drawing moving toward personal expression.
  
  • ART 304 - Workshop in Drawing

    1-3 hrs. Arr.
    A variety of drawing experiences which may be pursued by students at various levels. May not be used toward the major or minor, may be repeated.
  
  • ART 309 - Visual Art Elements

    3 hrs.
    An introduction to visual art concepts, perceptions and techniques in a classroom setting. For non-art majors. May not be used toward major or minor.
  
  • ART 311 - Digital Visualization

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 101 , ART 102 , ART 111 , ART 112 ,  . An emphasis on the design and development of imagery utilizing computer technology, vector software utilized. Note: ***
  
  • ART 312 - Digital Page Layout

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 101 , ART 102 , ART 111 , ART 112 ,  . Page layout for print and electronic applications, page make-up software utilized. Note: ***
  
  • ART 313 - Digital Imaging

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 101 , ART 102 , ART 111 , ART 112 ,  . Design and manipulation of digital imagery for print and electronic applications, raster image software utilized. Note: ***
  
  • ART 314 - Advanced Design

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): * Advanced studio problems in design. Note: ***
  
  • ART 321 - Painting I

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 101 , ART 102 , ART 111 , ART 112 ,  . Introduction to problematic study of form in painting, including experiments with painting media and technique.
  
  • ART 322 - Painting II

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 321 . Intermediate problematic study of form in painting.
  
  • ART 323 - Painting III

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 322 . Advanced problematic study of painterly form moving toward an introduction to personal expression.
  
  • ART 324 - Workshop in Painting

    1-3 hrs.
    Painting experiences which may be pursued by students at various levels. May not be used toward the major or minor. May be repeated.
  
  • ART 331 - Directed Museum and Gallery Tour

    1-3 hrs.
    Field trip and tour of galleries and museums for the viewing of original works. May be repeated.
  
  • ART 332 - History of Art I

    3 hrs.
    A lecture course surveying ancient through medieval art. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 , ENG 102 .
  
  • ART 334 - History of Art II

    3 hrs.
    A lecture course surveying Renaissance through contemporary art. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 , ENG 102 .
  
  • ART 335L - Practicum in Gallery Operations

    3 hrs.
    Provides experience in every facet of gallery operations, including the organization of exhibition schedules, the acquisition, design and installation of art exhibitions, and the writing of promotional material.
  
  • ART 336L - Practicum in Museum Studies

    3 hrs.
    Introduces the skills required to assume curatorial and managerial positions in museums. Offers instruction in the history of museums and art acquisition, exhibit design, artifact conservation and the organization of permanent collections.
  
  • ART 337L - Practicum in Arts Management

    3 hrs.
    Offers experience in the organization and management of galleries, museums and arts foundations, emphasis placed on business management and marketing, fundraising, event planning and promotion, and arts advocacy.
  
  • ART 341 - Graphic Design I/Production

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 101 , ART 102 , ART 111 , ART 112 ,  . Introduction to the history, processes and procedures of graphic design and reproduction. Computer technology and its role in graphic production is examined. Note: ***
  
  • ART 342 - Graphic Design II/Typography

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 101 , ART 102 , ART 111 , ART 112 ,  . The study of letter forms, with an emphasis on typography as an expressive design element, solutions involving traditional and computer methodologies. Note: ***
  
  • ART 343 - Graphic Design III/Presentation

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 101 , ART 102 , ART 111 , ART 112 ,  . Design systems and presentation methods for graphic layout, with an emphasis on the integration of type and image. Note: ***
  
  • ART 344 - Illustration

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 102 ART 311 , ART 313 . Problems, solutions and techniques involving the exploration of the image as a means of visual communication. Note: ***
  
  • ART 351 - Ceramics I

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 101 , ART 102 , ART 111 , ART 112 ,  . Traditional techniques in the manipulation of clay and glazing.
  
  • ART 352 - Ceramics II

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 351 . Traditional utilitarian techniques in manipulation of clay from the wheel.
  
  • ART 353 - Ceramics III

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 352 . Utilitarian and aesthetic manipulation of clay from the wheel.
  
  • ART 360 - Workshop in Sculpture

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    An introduction to sculptured materials, techniques and concepts; may not be used toward the major or minor in art or art education, may be repeated.
  
  • ART 361 - Sculpture I

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 101 , ART 102 , ART 111 , ART 112 ,  . Beginning sculpture with an introduction to materials techniques and processes, emphasis on problem-solving.
  
  • ART 362 - Sculpture II

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 361 . Continuation of beginning sculpture.
  
  • ART 363 - Sculpture III

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Studio, repeatable once for additional 3 hrs. Prerequisite(s): ART 362 . Advanced study from the human figure involving three-dimensional modeling.
  
  • ART 370 - Workshop in Printmaking

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    An introduction to printmaking techniques, may not be used toward the major or minor in art or art education, may be repeated.
  
  • ART 371 - Printmaking I

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 101 , ART 102 , ART 111 , ART 112 ,  . A study of techniques and design for relief printmaking.
  
  • ART 372 - Printmaking II

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 101 , ART 102 , ART 111 , ART 112 ,  . A study of techniques and design for intaglio printmaking.
  
  • ART 373 - Printmaking III.

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 101 , ART 102 , ART 111 , ART 112 ,  . A study of techniques and design for lithographic printmaking.
  
  • ART 374 - Special Problems in Printmaking

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 101 , ART 102 , ART 111 , ART 112 ,  . Directed study in printmaking techniques, may be repeated.
  
  • ART 375 - Bookmaking: Forms and Narratives

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): ART 102 , ART 112 , ART 113 . An emphasis on exploring and constructing book forms and using the book form to convey visual narratives.
  
  • ART 380 - Workshop in Art

    1-3 hrs.
    Workshop in art. Art experiences with variable content, may not be used toward the major or minor, may be repeated.
  
  • ART 381 - Photography I

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART major or minor. Introduction to basic skills with the camera and darkroom using black-and-white photography.
  
  • ART 382 - Photography II

    3 hrs.
    Studio. Prerequisite(s): ART 381 . Continuation of ART 381  with an emphasis on composition in black-and-white photography.
  
  • ART 383 - Color Photography

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): ART 382 . Introduction to basic color photography and printing.
  
  • ART 400 - The Art of Italy

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite:* a travel/study course in the art of Italy.
  
  • ART 401 - Women and Art

    3 hrs.
    This course focuses on women as both the subjects of and the creators of art from antiquity through the present. The course is a GEC 07 WI course, and students are required to write a minimum of 5000 words.
 

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