Fall 2003 Course Descriptions

All courses below are approved to be taught in Fall 2003; however, some (or all) may not be offered this term.  The course numbers that are offered this term link to the Schedule of Classes.  Classes with alternative delivery modes (Web based, cable TV, correspondence, etc) are noted in the Schedule at the section level.  The complete list below is a good indicator of what may be offered over the next few years (contact department about offerings).  For explanations of course elements see the Key to Course Descriptions.

Arizona International College: Directed Studies (AIDI)  Department Info

AIDI 378A -- Directed Studies in Cultural and Natural History: Silver Lake Project  (3 units)
Description:  This course is a multi-year field research project focused on the exploration, description, and interpretation of cultural and natural features associated with Silver Lake, an alpine environment and historic mine site in the San Juan Mts. of southwestern Colorado.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  instructor consent for non-AIC students.
May be repeated:  for a total of 9 units of credit.
Usually offered:  Summer.

AIDI 378B -- Directed Studies in Computer-based Training  (1-6 units)
Description:  This is a specialized and highly individualized program of study in which a small number of students work with a faculty member on projects involving Computer-based Training and Information Design.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  consent of instructor.
May be repeated:  for a total of 12 units of credit.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

AIDI 378C -- Directed Studies in Fine and Performing Arts  (1-6 units)
Description:  This is a specialized and highly individualized program of study in which a small number of students work with a faculty member and a Community Mentor on projects and advanced studies in Media and Performing Arts.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  consent of instructor.
May be repeated:  for a total of 12 units of credit.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

AIDI 478A -- Directed Studies in Sustainable Development  (3-5 units)
Description:  This course stresses the practical application of skills learned, including research skills, communications experience, and extensive computer applications to complete at least one hands-on project on a specific social, economic, and/or environmental issue in the world today.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  writing skills at senior level or above; consent of instructor for non-AIC students.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.