The division specifically requires the
following core classes be included within each candidate’s core
curriculum: PY 101 General Psychology, CO 110 Fundamentals of
Communication, EN 111 Composition I, and an additional 3 hours of
writing, EN 112 Composition II, and MA 120 College Algebra, or a
higher level Mathematics course. All specifically required courses must
be completed with a letter grade of “C” or better.
7. Computer competency will be demonstrated by
completion of BU/CS 110 Understanding Computers, with a letter grade of
“C” or better.
8. Completion of the following Business Core
requirements: 27 semester hours.
AC 201 Principles of Accounting I
AC 202 Principles of Accounting II
EC 211 Concepts of Economics (or equivalent)
EC 240 Statistical Analysis
BU 110 Understanding Computers
BU 305 Legal Aspects of Business I
BU 310 Marketing
BU 321 Management
or
BU 322 Organizational Behavior & Development
BU 330 Finance
9. Only one repeat of a required undergraduate
Accounting, Business, or Economics course by an Accounting Major
will be permitted.
10. In addition to the University Core Curriculum
requirements and the Business Core requirements listed above, students
must complete the following Accounting Major Courses for the Corporate
Accounting track:
AC 250 Accounting Issues
AC 355 Cost Accounting
AC 361 Intermediate Accounting I
AC 362 Intermediate Accounting II
AC 365 Accounting Information Systems
AC 370 Auditing
AC 451 Tax Accounting I
AC 452 Tax Accounting II
AC 460 Advanced Accounting
AC 475 Accounting Theory (Capstone)
AC/CS/BU/EC/LG Electives including
BU 345 and
any upper division Economics course
(6 semester hours)
Public Accounting Track
In addition to satisfying all of the requirements
for the Corporate Accounting track (1-10) above, the student must
complete the additional undergraduate courses listed below.
BU 345 Legal Aspects of Business II
EC 241 Quantitative Analysis
Upper Division Economics course
Upon completion of the undergraduate requirements
for the corporate track or, if selected, the Public Track, the degree
Bachelor of Science in Accounting will be awarded.
MBA (Accounting Concentration)
The following graduate courses, in addition to
those for the undergraduate Public Accounting Track, will satisfy state
requirements to sit for the CPA exam.
BU 603 Business & Economic Forecasting
BU 622 Organization Behavior & Development
BU 635 Financial Management II
BU 661 Management Information Systems
or
BU 611 Aggregate Income Analysis
BU 699 Organizational Policy & Strategy
AC 652 Advanced Tax Accounting
AC 655 Advanced Cost Accounting
AC 670 Advanced Auditing
AC 675 Advanced Accounting Theory
Elective (3 semester hours)
Upon completion of the MBA coursework, the Master
of Business Administration degree will be awarded.
ACCOUNTING COURSES (AC)
AC 201. Principles of Accounting I. (3)
Introduction to the terminology, concepts, and
procedures of accounting. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing; MA 120
(Accounting majors) or MA 115 (all others). I.
AC 202. Principles of Accounting II. (3)
Accounting for corporations and manufacturing
firms; also involves analyzing financial statements. Prerequisite: AC
201. II.
AC 250. Accounting Issues. (3)
Special topics of concern to the accounting
professional, such as certification, specialization, ethics.
Prerequisite: AC 202. I, as needed.
AC 350. Managerial Accounting. (3)
Study of the determination and control of costs
with emphasis on management use of cost data. Not for Accounting
Majors. Prerequisite: AC 202. I.
AC 355. Cost Accounting. (3)
Accounting for product and period costs, with
emphasis on cost relationships, cost determination, and the use of
quantitative techniques. Required for Accounting Majors. Prerequisite:
AC 202. I.
AC 361. Intermediate Accounting I. (3)
Review of the accounting process, extensive study
of working capital accounts and operational assets. Prerequisite: AC
202. I, II.
AC 362. Intermediate Accounting II. (3)
Study of long-term assets and debts,
stockholders’ equity, and financial statement analysis.
Prerequisite: AC 202. I, II.
AC 365. Accounting Information Systems. (3)
Study of the design and use of the accounting
information system within the organization. Prerequisites: AC 202, BU
110 (or equivalent). II, as needed.
AC 370. Auditing. (3)
Study of the verification of accounting records
for financial audits, with emphasis on the ethical and legal aspects of
the auditor’s work. Meets the
Communication Intensive course requirement in the major. Prerequisites: AC 362 or concurrent enrollment.
II.
AC 380. Accounting Special Topics. (1-3)
Selected topics to be determined at the discretion
of the department.
AC 451. Tax Accounting I. (3)
Detailed discussion of the fundamental aspects of
federal income taxation as applied to individuals. Meets the Communication Intensive course requirement in the
major. Prerequisite: AC 202. II.
AC 452. Tax Accounting II. (3)
Study of federal income taxation as applied to
corporations and partnerships; introduction to tax planning. Meets the Communication Intensive course requirement in
the major. Prerequisite: AC 451. II.
AC 460. Advanced Accounting. (3)
Advanced study of accounting procedures and
theories applicable to consolidations and partnerships, bankruptcies,
estates and trusts. Prerequisite: AC 362. I.
AC 475. Accounting Theory. (3)
Study of not-for-profit accounting, international
accounting and the development of accounting theory. Meets the Capstone course requirement in the major. Prerequisite: AC 362. II.
AC 490. Directed Studies in Accounting.
(1-6)
Study of an approved topic not parallel with the
content of another course.
AC 495. Accounting Internship. (1-6)
Structured learning/work experienced performed in
a position approved by the department. Maximum total credit for any one
student is 6 hours. Credit/No Credit only.
No major is offered.
Minor: AN 121, 122, 451 and 9 hours selected from
other anthropology courses.
ANTHROPOLOGY COURSES (AN)
AN 121. Human Evolution and Archaeology. (3)
An introduction to physical anthropology and
archaeology. The course will include an examination of human
prehistory, primates and primate behavior, the evolution of the human
species and early human cultures. The theoretical basis and methods
used in physical anthropology and archaeology will also be covered
throughout the course. Includes a field experience. I.
AN/SO 122. Introduction to Cultural
Anthropology. (3)
A survey of world cultures, both past and present.
Of particular importance will be an examination of cultural universals
and cultural variations throughout the world. The theoretical basis and
methods used in cultural anthropology will also be covered throughout
the course. II. Core-II.
AN/SO 221. Cultures of the World. (3)
A survey of the cultural and social processes that
influence human behavior with comparative examples from different
ethnic groups around the world. The course will focus on a comparative
analysis of economic, political, religious and family structures in
Africa, the Americas, Oceania and the Orient. May be repeated for
credit, not to exceed course maximum credit of 12 credit hours. I, II.
AN/GS 305. Aging in Other Cultures. (3)
A systematic examination of the variations in
aging experienced throughout the world. Some topics which are examined
include: the status of the aged, the aged and family life in various
cultures, and the aged and work in different societies. Alternate
years.
AN/WS 318. Women in Other Cultures. (3)
A cross-cultural study of women’s status and
roles in selected ethnic or cultural groups in differing stages of
development including forager, agrarian, industrial and
post-industrial societies.
AN/SO 337. Family in Other Cultures. (3)
This course is a comparative, cross-cultural study
of the family in selected societies. Through a discussion of different
family systems, a comparison will be made with the American system. I,
II. Alternate years.
AN/SO 364. Forensic Science. (3)
This course focuses on the use of physical and
biological evidence for both legal and humanitarian reasons. The course
will explore methods by which forensic scientists, especially forensic
anthropologists, search for, recover and identify evidence from a
variety of crime scenes. Topics include the history of forensic
science, the physical and biological parameters of evidence, the
methods of life history reconstruction of a crime victim, and the
ethics of forensic analysis. Recovery methodologies will be addressed
through field trips to forensic laboratories and mock excavations.
Prerequisite: AN 121 or SO 101. I, II, alternate years.
AN 380. Topics in Anthropology (3)
Seminar on topics of current interest within the
field of anthropology. Possible topics are generated from the
anthropology subfields of cultural anthropology, physical anthropology
and archaeology. Consent of instructor. I, II.
AN 451. Field Experience in
Anthropology. (3)
This course gives students with a minor in
anthropology the opportunity to utilize the theoretical background and
methods learned in other classes in an actual field experience.
Prerequisites: AN 121 and 122. I, II.
The Art foundation courses provide broad
experience in conceptual thinking as well as technique through design
and drawing classes in order to provide students with an opportunity to
determine and develop strengths and interests. A concentration need not
be selected until the second year of full-time study.
Outcomes for Art Majors:
Each art major should be able to:
1. Understand the stylistic, cultural and social
concepts and characteristics of the major artistic periods;
2. Understand principles of color theory, space
and form within two-dimensional and three-dimensional space;
3. Possess fundamental technical skill in various
media including drawing, photography and others.
Each graphic design major should be able to:
1. Possess a repertoire of methods to organize
textual and visual information;
2. Understand technical aspects of graphic design
production including computer software and printing technology.
Each art therapy major should be able to:
1. Understand the relationship between an
individual’s self-expressive art-making and its role within the
science of art therapy.
Each art education major should be able to:
1. Be able to develop and implement an art program
for elementary and secondary school.
2. Be able to introduce art as an integral part
into an overall education program.
Students must have a minimum grade of
“C’ for all Art courses.
DEGREES OFFERED:
Bachelor of Fine Arts.
(B.F.A.) Major in Art with concentration in Graphic Design. A maximum
of 75 hours in any single subject is allowed. Computer competency is
met by AR 271, 273, 275 or 379.
Bachelor of Art. (B.A.)
Major in Art with choice of Art Education or Art Therapy. A maximum
of 60 hours in any single subject is allowed. Computer competency is
met by AR 271, ED 320 or CS 110.
Art Foundation. (B.A.
or B.F.A.) AR 111, 117, 181, 183, 212, 218, 219, upper-division art
history, plus choice of concentration.
Concentrations:
Graphic Design (B.F.A.)
Art Foundation courses plus AR 221, 245, 249, 271, 273, 275, 322, 346,
349, 371, 387 (satisfies upper-division Art history requirement), 442,
443, 447, 495, 497, 498; Art electives (6 hrs.).
Graphic Design Review
Students enrolled as Graphic Design majors or
minors must submit a complete portfolio of work produced in AR 245
Typography. The portfolio must be submitted by the day of the AR 245
final exam. The portfolio will be reviewed by two Art & Design
faculty and one outside graphic design professional. The Review
Committee must approve the student’s portfolio in order for the
student to continue as a Graphic Design major/minor. The Review
Committee will notify the student of the decision by Friday of
finals week.
Art Education (B.A.)
Students major in Art and minor in secondary Education. Art Foundation courses plus AR 221,
231, 261, 351, 355, 365; AR 387 or upper-division Art history; plus
required Education coursework. Computer elective (3 hrs.). A program in
Art Education, K-12 certification, approved by the State of Missouri,
is offered. Kansas certification requirements may be completed
concurrently. see
the Secondary Education minor information in the Education section of
the catalog for Education coursework.
Art Therapy (B.A.)
The B.A. prepares students to continue in a graduate-level program in
Art Therapy or a related field. Art Foundation courses plus AR 221,
231, 251, 261, 351, 355, 359, 365; AR 387 or upper-division Art
history; computer elective (3 hrs.); PY 101, 201, 205, 310, 320; 3
hours from PY 220, 302, 383 or 384.
Major requirements for graduation:
1. Senior Exhibit. The graduating Graphic Design
senior must exhibit advanced works. Application for the Senior Exhibit
in Thornhill Gallery must be made one semester prior to graduation. An
exhibit committee consisting of the Gallery curator, Art & Design
Chair, and principal concentration instructor will review and approve
works for inclusion in the exhibit. At the discretion of the
Department, one work may be selected from the exhibit for inclusion in
the University’s permanent collection.
2. Graduation requirements for the Art major in
Art Education and Art Therapy include an optional Senior Exhibit.
Minors:
Studio Art Minor: AR
111, 117, 212, 218; Art History (3 hrs.); upper-division Art electives
(6 hrs.)
Graphic Design Minor: AR
117, 245, 346, 447, and two of the following: AR 221, 273, 322, 442,
443. Please note prerequisites and course rotation schedule. See
information regarding the Graphic Design Review process under
concentrations. For more information see Art & Design chair.
ART COURSES (AR)
AR 110. Introduction to Art. (3)
Provides a body of information and hands-on
experience for making knowledgeable judgments about works of art and
understanding the artistic ideas behind their creation. May include
gallery tours, studio work, and meeting with artists. Does not count
toward an Art major. No prerequisite. I, II, S, Core-II.
AR 111. Beginning Drawing. (3)
Development of traditional drawing skills through
observation to aid expressive and pictorial accuracy. Understanding the
fundamental language including line, form, light, space, movement,
surface, tone, texture, and the personal mark. Basic perspective, still
life studies, landscapes, interiors, and the figure may be explored. I.
AR 117. Two-Dimensional Design. (3)
Basic visual elements upon which all form,
human-made and organic, is based. Function of compositional elements
through organization upon a two-dimensional surface, including
principles such as pattern, rhythm, repetition, and closure. I, II.
AR 181. Survey of Art I. (3)
Major works of art and architecture in the western
tradition from pre-history through the Gothic period. For Art majors
and students with appropriate interest. CORE-II.
AR 183. Survey of Art II. (3)
Major works of art and architecture in the western
tradition from the Renaissance through the 20th Century. For Art majors
and students with appropriate interest. CORE-II.
AR 212. Intermediate Drawing. (3)
Emphasis on the figure as subject as well as on
still life, landscape, etc. Drawing problems of gesture, movement,
rhythm, shape, and volume. Encouragement of experimentation and
personal expressive interpretation. Variety of drawing media used.
Professional model. Prerequisite: AR 111. II.
AR 218. Principles of Color Theory. (3)
Understanding of color relationships, the physical
properties of pigments and color perception through a variety of media
for artistic application. II.
AR 219. Three-Dimensional Design. (3)
Fundamental principles of three-dimensional form
and their application. Exercises in mass, volume, weight, movement, and
light, as well as additive and subtractive techniques, and materials
investigation. Prerequisite: AR 117. I.
AR 221. Beginning Photography. (3)
Basic mechanics of the black-and-white
photographic process: use of the camera, processing and printing film.
Basics of design and composition. Adjustable 35mm camera (focus,
f-stop, shutter speed) required. I, II, S.
AR 231. Beginning Ceramics. (3)
Introduction to the process of making utilitarian
and sculptural objects with clay. Exploration of forming methods,
decorating and glazing techniques, and kiln-loading and firing.
Emphasis on the creative process as well as on the development of
technical skill and craft. I, II.
AR 245. Typography I. (3)
Introduction to typography, including type as
form, type design, expression and communication, sequence and
hierarchy, and type with image. Introduces the fundamentals of
typography, its theory, practice, technology, and history. Prerequisite:
AR 117 and 271. I.
AR 249. Typography II. (3)
The continuation of the study of typography and
typographic design, including letterforms, layout and page systems,
expression and communication, type as/with image, legibility and
function. Continued study of typography, its theory, practice,
technology, and history. Emphasis on experimental approach to
typographic design and page composition. Prerequisite: AR 245. II.
AR/PY 251. Introduction to Art Therapy. (3)
The historical foundations of the profession of
art therapy, including the development of the field and what has
influenced its past as well as future directions, and study of managed
care, multicultural, ethical and other current influences. The benefit
with various populations and settings in which art therapies work,
reinforced with visits from local art therapists. Review of what is
required to become a Registered Art Therapist. Prerequisites: PY 101
and 201. I.
AR 261. Beginning Painting. (3)
Introduction to oil painting media and techniques
including the basic qualities of paint, grounds, color mixing, and
using tools. Elements of composition, color, and form within the
context of figure, landscape, and still-life painting. Prerequisite: AR
111.
AR/CO 271. Macintosh Software: QuarkExpress.
(3)
Industry standard software for page layout and
document design. Basic layout design concepts, such as eye flow and
sequence, page composition, using type and images. Developing practical
and commercially viable skills.
AR/CO 273. Macintosh Software: Photoshop. (3)
The study of Adobe Photoshop software, a
bitmap-based application used for photo manipulation. Prerequisite:
AR/CO 271.
AR /CO 275. Macintosh Software: Illustrator.
(3)
The study of Adobe Illustrator software, a
vector-based graphics application.
AR 280. Special Topics. (1-3)
Selected topics to be determined by the
department.
AR 322. Intermediate Photography. (3)
Continued exploration and refinement of
black-and-white technical skills. Emphasis on in-depth study of
selected topics. Prerequisite: AR 221 or permission of instructor. II.
AR 332. Intermediate Ceramics. (3)
Introduction to the potter’s wheel as the
primary forming method. Continued work in glazing and the analysis of
historical and contemporary potters and their work. Emphasis on the
development and creative use of technical skills. Use of electric and
gas kilns. Prerequisite: AR 231. I, II.
AR 346. Intermediate Graphic Design. (3)
The development of creative problem-solving
techniques, affecting both underlying concept and formal presentation.
Encouragement of experimental approach. Generation and use of the image
in conjunction with typography. Range of formats. Prerequisite: AR 245.
AR 349. Materials and Methods. (3)
Image-generation techniques, traditional
illustration, and graphic media as well as alternative sources of
images. Creative discovery and application of materials, techniques,
and processes in typical and atypical graphic design formats.
Prerequisites: AR 221 and 245. II.
AR 351. Printmaking. (3)
Investigation of techniques for the production of
fine prints. Creative development in the areas of relief, intaglio,
monoprints, and silkscreen. Emphasis on process. Prerequisite: AR 111.
AR 355. Fiber Design. (3)
Exploration of two- and three-dimensional
applications of fibers and mixed media. Introduction to techniques such
as weaving, papermaking, dyeing, needlework, and basketmaking. Overview
of textile history and criticism with an emphasis on the conceptual
development of an artistic work. Prerequisite: AR 117.
AR/PY 359. Art as Therapy. (3)
Exploration of techniques of art useful for
facilitating self-expression and communication. Demonstration of how
art promotes both personal and group understanding. Investigation of
symbolic meaning in art and understanding of how art can lead to
behavior change and self-understanding. Useful for artists and
classroom teachers, as well as for therapists who work with groups of
children or adults. Prerequisite: PY 101.
AR 365. Watercolor. (3)
Beginning watercolor techniques, working with
color, composition, and formal considerations as well as development of
familiarity and skill with watercolor pigments, papers, and brushes.
Group discussion and critiques. Prerequisite: AR 212.
AR/CO 379. Digital Media III - Design for the
Web. (3)
The study of web software and the visual design of
web pages. Software may include Dreamweaver, Fireworks and BBEdit. For
graphic designers – not a programming course. Prerequisite: AR
273. I.
AR 380. Special Topics. (1-3)
Selected topics to be determined by the
department.
AR 387. History of 20th-Century Art. (3)
Study of the architecture, sculpture, painting,
and photography from Impressionism through the present. Meets the Communication Intensive course requirement in
the major.
AR 390. Directed Studies. (1-3)
Intermediate studies in a concentration area.
Topic of study initiated by the student and presented in writing to the
primary concentration instructor and art coordinator for approval prior
to registration.
AR 442. Identity Design. (3)
The analysis, conceptualization and development of
communication systems for businesses and institutions, including
symbols, trademarks, logotypes, and corporate imaging. Prerequisite: AR
346. II.
AR 443. Advertising Design. (3)
The conceptualization, development, visualization
and implementation of advertising campaigns for organizations and
business, particularly the visualization of copy-based concepts.
Prerequisite: AR 346. I.
AR 447. Publication Design. (3)
Focus on the manipulation of text and image within
the periodical format, specifically magazine, newspaper, book, and
brochure design. Emphasis on balancing client-oriented practical
problem solving with personal style development and self-expression.
Oriented toward professional standards and practices. Use of
student’s own photography and illustration encouraged. Projects
appropriate for graduation portfolio. Meets
the Communication Intensive course requirement in the major. Prerequisite: AR 346. I.
AR 480. Special Topics. (1-3)
Selected topics to be determined by the
department.
AR 490. Directed Studies. (1-6)
Advanced studies in a concentration area. Open to
students only in their last two semesters. Topic of study initiated by
the student and presented in writing to the primary concentration
instructor and Art + Design chair for approval prior to registration.
AR 495. Internship. (1-6)
Student seeks art-related position and presents
proposal in writing for approval by primary concentration instructor
and Art + Design chair prior to registration. Prerequisites: junior
standing and departmental approval.
AR 497. Portfolio Preparation. (1)
Preparation of a graphic design portfolio, resume,
and business letterhead. Resume and cover letter writing and
interviewing workshops. Culminates in professional portfolio review. With AR 498, meets Capstone course requirement for
Graphic Design majors. Prerequisites:
senior standing. II.
AR 498. Senior Studio. (2)
Design projects for freelance clients and
on-campus clients, working individually and as teams. Students meet
directly with clients and vendors, preparing job parameters, job flow,
budgets, estimates and timelines. With AR
497, meets Capstone course requirement for Graphic Design majors. Prerequisite: AR 447 and permission of instructor.
I, II.
Avila Advantage – Business
The candidate for the Bachelor of Arts degree in
Business Administration offered through the Avila Advantage Program
must complete all the University general degree requirements. Computer
competency will be demonstrated by successful completion of BU/CS 110.
No minor is offered.
Admission to the Major
The 51-credit hour major is open only to students
who meet the requuirements for admission to the Avila Advantage
Program, an adult degree program for students who are at least 23 years
of age or have had a minimum of 3 years of work experience. Students
may also elect to take an additional 12-credit hours in Business
courses, especially recommended for students considering an MBA.
Degree Requirements
1) Students must complete at least 128
semester hours of academic work with a minimum of at least a 2.0
overall grade point average required for graduation. (All work
attempted including transfer credits.)
2) Students must achieve a minimum grade of
“C” in all courses required for the major. A course may be
repeated once to improve the grade earned.
3) No more than 60 hours in one area may be
counted toward the total hours required for a degree.
4) At least 64 hours of credit toward the
degree must be from accredited four-year colleges/universities.
Remedial course work will not be accepted.
5) Students must complete the final 30 hours
at Avila University.
6) Students must complete at least 12
upper-division hours in the major at Avila University.
7) Transfer students must complete
Communication Intensive (CI) courses in conjunction with the number of
hours they transfer into Avila University. At least two of the CI
courses must be completed within 60 hours of credit taken at Avila
University.
If Transferring: Students must complete CI courses
in the
following area:
less than 32 hours One core CI course, one CI in
the major number 310 and above, the major Capstone CI course, and two
additional CI courses.
32-63 hours Three CI courses, including the Major
Capstone CI course.
64-95 hours Three CI courses, including the Major
Capstone CI course.
More than 95 hours The Major Capstone CI course
8) Nine semester hours of correspondence
credits from accredited, degree-granting institution will be accepted
toward a degree.
Major Requirements
Business Core Requirements
AC 201 Accounting I
BU 110 Understanding Computers
BU 305 Legal Aspects of Business I
BU 310 Marketing
BU 321 Management
BU 322 Organizational Behavior & Development
BU 330 Finance
BU 340 Business Communication
BY 499 Business Policy
(course only available
at Avila)
EC 202 Principles of Microeconomics
EC 240 Statistical Analysis
AC 202 Accounting II
OR
EC 201 Principles of Macroeconomics
Business Major Electives
BU 312 Consumer Behavior
BU 323 Personnel Management
BU 325 Labor-Management Relations
BU 346 Employement Law
BU 411 International Marketing
Strongly recommended for students planning to
pursue an MBA
*AC 202 Accounting II
OR
*EC 201 Principles of Macroeconomics
EC 241 Quantitative Analysis
BU 331 Investments
B U 361 Money and Banking
*Whichever not taken above
For course titles and descriptions, see the
Business Administration section below.
