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Intermediate Ear Training — MTH4284.01

Fall 2020
Instructor: Joseph Alpar
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Credits: 2
In this course, students will develop skills in aural perception, learning to visualize, sing, and write music from melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic exercises. Students will learn to identify key signatures, intervals, 7th chords, triads, key relationships, common cadences and phrase structures, larger forms, tempo markings, and more. Classwork will include singing melodies with
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Intermediate Ear Training — MTH4284.02

Fall 2020
Instructor: Joseph Alpar
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Credits: 2
In this course, students will develop skills in aural perception, learning to visualize, sing, and write music from melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic exercises. Students will learn to identify key signatures, intervals, 7th chords, triads, common cadences and phrase structures, larger forms, tempo markings, and more. Classwork will include singing melodies with solfege (prepared
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Intermediate Painting: From Practice to Discovery — PAI4405.01

Fall 2020
Instructor: J Blackwell
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Credits: 4
This course is intended for the student who is looking to build a robust studio practice. Experimenting with materials, techniques, and styles in painting will be encouraged in order to develop an artistic sensibility while instituting regular work habits. Assigned projects and independent work are intended to develop problem-solving as well as problem-finding skills. Group
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Intermediate Video Intensive — FV4309.02

Fall 2020
Instructor: Jen Liu
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Credits: 2
Intermediate Video Intensive will build on the technical skills introduced in Intro to Video, introducing a broad range of higher-level equipment and methods in both production and post-production editing. Students will complete multiple in-class technical exercises, and one project of their own design. This semester of Intermediate Video will be an abbreviated version of a
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Intermediate Video Intensive — FV4309.03

Fall 2020
Instructor: Carly Rudzinski
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Credits: 2
Intermediate Video Intensive will build on the technical skills introduced in Intro to Video, introducing a broad range of higher-level equipment and methods in both production and post-production editing. Students will complete multiple in-class technical exercises, and one project of their own design. This semester of Intermediate Video will be an abbreviated version of a
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Intermediate Voice — MVO4301.07, section 7 (cancelled

Fall 2020
Instructor: Kerry Ryer-Parke
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Credits: 1
For students of varying levels of singing ability. Vocal production and physiology will be discussed. Group warm-ups and vocalizations will incorporate exercises to develop breath control, resonance, projection, range, color, and agility. The fundamental concepts of singing will be explored in the preparation of specific song assignments. Personalization of text and emotional
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Intermediate Voice — MVO4301.01, section 1

Fall 2020
Instructor: Carly Rudzinski
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Credits: 1
For students of varying levels of singing ability. Vocal production and physiology will be discussed. Group warm-ups and vocalizations will incorporate exercises to develop breath control, resonance, projection, range, color, and agility. The fundamental concepts of singing will be explored in the preparation of specific song assignments. Personalization of text and emotional
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Intermediate Voice — MVO4301.02, section 2

Fall 2020
Instructor: Carly Rudzinski
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Credits: 1
For students of varying levels of singing ability. Vocal production and physiology will be discussed. Group warm-ups and vocalizations will incorporate exercises to develop breath control, resonance, projection, range, color, and agility. The fundamental concepts of singing will be explored in the preparation of specific song assignments. Personalization of text and emotional
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Intermediate Voice — MVO4301.05, section 5

Fall 2020
Instructor: Kerry Ryer-Parke
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Credits: 1
For students of varying levels of singing ability. Vocal production and physiology will be discussed. Group warm-ups and vocalizations will incorporate exercises to develop breath control, resonance, projection, range, color, and agility. The fundamental concepts of singing will be explored in the preparation of specific song assignments. Personalization of text and emotional
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Intermediate Voice — MVO4301.03, section 3

Fall 2020
Instructor: Carly Rudzinski
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Credits: 1
For students of varying levels of singing ability. Vocal production and physiology will be discussed. Group warm-ups and vocalizations will incorporate exercises to develop breath control, resonance, projection, range, color, and agility. The fundamental concepts of singing will be explored in the preparation of specific song assignments. Personalization of text and emotional
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Intermediate Voice — MVO4301.06, section 6

Fall 2020
Instructor: Kerry Ryer-Parke
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Credits: 1
For students of varying levels of singing ability. Vocal production and physiology will be discussed. Group warm-ups and vocalizations will incorporate exercises to develop breath control, resonance, projection, range, color, and agility. The fundamental concepts of singing will be explored in the preparation of specific song assignments. Personalization of text and emotional
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Intermediate Voice — MVO4301.04, section 4

Fall 2020
Instructor: Carly Rudzinski
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Credits: 1
For students of varying levels of singing ability. Vocal production and physiology will be discussed. Group warm-ups and vocalizations will incorporate exercises to develop breath control, resonance, projection, range, color, and agility. The fundamental concepts of singing will be explored in the preparation of specific song assignments. Personalization of text and emotional
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Intro to Animation — MA2106.01) (cancelled

Fall 2020
Instructor: Sue Rees
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Credits: 4
This is the classic course in the basics of traditional animation principles. Histories, technologies, and techniques will be explored through weekly exercises, culminating in the creation of a short animated film. This course will be drawing intensive, but also will include explorations of pixelation/stop-motion, digital formats, and some 3D strategies all designed to give a
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Intro to Maps and Geographic Information Systems — ES2110.01

Fall 2020
Instructor: Tim Schroeder
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Credits: 4
This is an introductory course on the theory and practice of analyzing and displaying geo-spatial information. The methods that students will learn have wide-ranging applications in the natural and social sciences. Students will learn how to utilize mapping and spatial geographic information systems software to analyze patterns within spatial datasets and communicate
Science and Mathematics Environment

Introduction to Cell Biology (with lab) — BIO4114.02

Fall 2020
Instructor: Amie McClellan
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Credits: 4
Cells are the fundamental units that organize life. In this class we will investigate cell structure and function, learn about DNA replication and transcription, find out how proteins are synthesized and transported, and come to understand how interfering with cell biological processes can result in disease. In the lab, students will gain experience with both prokaryotic and
Science and Mathematics

Introduction to Computer Science — CS2257.01

Fall 2020
Instructor: acencini@bennington.edu
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Credits: 4
A first class in computer programming and computing skills, and as such a foundation for further work in computer science. Much as a competency with English grammar is required for writing, an understanding of programming is required for nearly all intermediate and advanced work in computing. Topics include program design, boolean logic, input and output, object oriented
Science and Mathematics

Introduction to Dramaturgy — DRA4281.01

Fall 2020
Instructor: Maya Cantu
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Credits: 4
The dramaturg serves as a powerful medium in the theatre. She bridges the past and the present, the creative team and the audience, while providing critical generosity and historical and literary insight. In this course, we will learn about the history and practice of dramaturgy, while learning how the critical and research skills of the dramaturg can apply to a wide array of
Drama Literature

Introduction to Drawing and 2D images: Sketchbook/Journal/Woodcut — PRI2124.01) (cancelled

Fall 2020
Instructor: Thorsten Dennerline
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Credits: 4
This course is an introduction to the study of visual language for artists. To start this exploration, we will start by binding a journal/sketchbook. We will then proceed to study the fundamentals of looking and creating images within a two dimensional picture space. We will start a rigorous drawing practice based on observation of, the world around us, our own decision making
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Introduction to Drawing and 2D images: Sketchbook/Journal/Woodcut — PRI2124.01

Fall 2020
Instructor: Carly Rudzinski
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Credits: 2
This course is an introduction to the study of visual language for artists. To start this exploration, we will start by drawing in a journal/sketchbook. We will then proceed to study the fundamentals of looking at, and creating images within a two dimensional picture space. If we are able to meet in person, we will also create wood block prints based on these practices. If we
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Introduction to Game Programming — CS2221.02

Fall 2020
Instructor: justinvasselli@bennington.edu
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Credits: 4
This course, suitable for beginning programmers, will introduce game design and Unity3D, a free game development platform that is widely used in the industry today. It also will serve as an introduction to object-oriented programming with C#. We will talk about input, camera controls, game physics, sound effects and artificial intelligence. Students will
Science and Mathematics

Introduction to Vectorworks — DRA2309.02

Fall 2020
Instructor: Carly Rudzinski
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Credits: 2
Drafting is the most essential piece of communication for theatrical production, so organization and clarity are essential. This course will introduce students to digital drafting in Vectorworks, including proper document organization, efficient drafting plate layout, and production of printable materials. We will also discuss determining scale from photographs, perspective
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Introduction to Video (Production Tech Intensive) — FV2311.02

Fall 2020
Instructor: Mariam Ghani
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Credits: 4
This production course introduces students to the fundamentals of working in video and the language of film form. Because of the unique circumstances this term, this iteration of Introduction to Video will be open to a larger number of students, who will then be broken up into smaller "production crews." Each crew will be required to attend a technical intensive, during which
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Jazz Ensemble — MPF4250.01

Fall 2020
Instructor: Carly Rudzinski
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Credits: 1
This ensemble will perform a wide range of Jazz music (a genre that is constantly evolving), with an emphasis on both ensemble playing and improvisation skills. By playing together, students will learn how blues, swing, Latin, and rock elements have all fueled this music called jazz. Students will also learn how major Jazz artists such as Ellington, Monk, Mingus, Wayne Shorter,
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