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ITEC 122 - Discrete Mathematics Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 120 (Grade of “C” or better) and MATH 125 , MATH 126 , MATH 138 , MATH 140 or MATH 151 .
An introduction to discrete mathematical concepts including set theory, finite state machines, and induction.
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ITEC 145 - Data Ethics, Privacy and Security Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
The course will foster ethical online behavior; introduce students to privacy and security issues of their personal data on mobile devices and social media. The course is designed for non-majors with limited background in Information Technology.
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ITEC 198 - Programming Language Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture.
A self-paced course in which students that have had an introduction to programming can learn and apply another language. Languages that have been offered in the past include: FORTRAN, COBOL, LISP, C, Prolog, Shell, C++, Ada, and Visual Basic.
Note(s): Course may be taken up to four times with a different language each time.
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ITEC 202 - Web Technology for End Users Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 100 .
A study of the technologies used on the World Wide Web to produce static and dynamic web pages. The course is targeted at non-IT professionals who nonetheless may have significant roles in the design, development, content, or implementation of web sites.
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ITEC 210 - Design and Development of Visual Systems Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 120 (Grade of “C” or better).
Introduction to the principles of visual programming including general software engineering principles, user interface design principles, and application of visual programming language.
Note(s): Students who have received credit for CPSC 210 cannot receive credit for ITEC 210.
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ITEC 220 - Principles of Computer Science II Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: ITEC 120 (Grade of “C” or better).
Continuation, from ITEC 120 , of the development of a disciplined approach to programming, with emphasis on data abstraction.
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ITEC 225 - Web Programming I Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 109 (Grade of “C” or better) or ITEC 120 (Grade of “C” or better.)
An introduction to web programming for those students that already understand programming fundamentals. Includes an introduction to a variety of web based programming languages as well as an introduction to operating system environments that support web applications.
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ITEC 226 - Digital Imaging for the Web Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 109 or ITEC 120 with a grade of “C” or better.
Instruction in the technology of digital imaging, photo manipulation, and optimization. Practice in the creation, editing, and processing of digital images for use in various media with an emphasis on the World Wide Web. Also, attention will be given to aesthetics layout.
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ITEC 227 - Animation for the Web Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 109 or ITEC 120 with a grade of “C” or better.
Instruction and practice in the creation of advanced interactive animated content, including audio, video, and hypermedia applications for web and other digital media.
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ITEC 250 - Introduction to GIS Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Inverted Course: Three hours lecture (online) and two hours lab. Online Course: Three hours lecture (asynchronous) and two hours of lab (asynchronous).
Cross-Listed: GEOS 250
Course is designed to introduce students to the general concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and how to use GIS across a wide variety of disciplines.
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ITEC 281 - Data Management and Analysis with Spreadsheets Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
A study of basic and advanced techniques for data analysis and management using electronic spreadsheets. Coverage includes the study of features for gathering, managing, manipulating, and filtering data sets including multidimensional data. Techniques for collaborative use of a spreadsheet are covered including multi-user access, formula protection, and security. Advanced analysis coverage includes built-in and user defined functions, goal seeking, sensitivity analysis, scenario management, and data visualization.
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ITEC 282 - Spreadsheet Practicum Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 281 .
This course is a one hour class focused on reinforcing the skills learned in ITEC 281 . The course consists strictly of problem solving and will aid in the building of competence in using spreadsheets for the purpose of future classes, industry and for preparing for spreadsheet certification exams.
Note(s): This course is only taught pass/fail.
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ITEC 301 - Information Technology Management Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 100 .
A study of principles, techniques, and tools for the management of information including, database management systems, decision support systems, and data warehouses.
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ITEC 304 - Database from the Manager’s Perspective Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
An examination of enterprise database management systems and reporting tools from the user/manager perspective. Emphasis is on data gathering, data organization, data retrieval, data integrity, and security. Database systems for transaction processing and data warehousing are compared and contrasted. Reporting, data mining, and decision support systems are introduced.
Note(s): Students that have earned credit for ITEC 340 cannot earn credit for ITEC 304. Students may not take ITEC 304 and ITEC 340 concurrently. ITEC 304 may not be used to satisfy a BS requirement or technical elective for students majoring in any of the ITEC concentrations.
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ITEC 307 - Programming Practicum Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 220 or permission of instructor.
Provides practical experience writing programs to solve non-trivial, self-contained problems. The course includes lectures teaching and reviewing standard algorithms and data structures (e.g. searching a state space, and graph representations), discussion on how they might need to be adapted to a particular task at hand, and supervised lab time coding solutions. Problems are similar to those on programming contests, although participating in such contests is not required for the class (nor vice versa).
Note(s): This course may be taken more than once for credit. This course may not be used to satisfy a major requirement, including technical and B.S. electives. This class cannot contribute more than one hour of credit towards a minor within the Information Technology department. A student can repeat ITEC 307 but cannot receive more than 4 credit hours.
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ITEC 310 - Programming in C and Unix Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 220 with a grade of “C” or better.
Introduces the C programming language including C library routines and the system call interface to the Unix operating system. File and terminal I/O, process control, and interprocess communication are also covered.
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ITEC 315 - Graphical User Interface Design and Implementation Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 225 .
A study of graphical user interface (GUI) design and implementation. Covers platform independent design concepts, frameworks and environments for GUI development, and problems and solutions associated with GUIs in a web environment. One or more integrated development environments (IDE) will be studied in depth. Students implement GUIs in a series of software development tasks.
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ITEC 320 - Procedural Analysis and Design Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 220 with a grade of “C” or better.
An introduction to procedural analysis, design and programming for students who have prior exposure to object technology. Includes an introduction to a procedural language and procedural methods.
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ITEC 324 - Principles of Computer Science III Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 220 with a grade of “C” or better.
Continuation, from ITEC 220 , of the development of a disciplined approach to programming with emphasis on data abstraction.
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ITEC 325 - Web Programming II Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 225 with a grade of “C” or better and ITEC 340 .
Continuation of Web Programming I course for tools, methods, and technologies for designing and producing web pages incorporating multimedia content. More basic technologies and tools and methods for designing and managing world wide web programming and development are discussed. Emphasis is placed on server side scripting applications including “data-driven” web applications. Students gain practical experience developing complete “data-driven” web applications using server-side scripts.
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ITEC 330 - Numerical Analysis Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MATH 251 and ITEC 120 .
A study of algorithms useful in obtaining numerical solutions of problems on a digital computer.
Note(s): Students who have received credit for CPSC 330 cannot receive credit for ITEC 330.
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ITEC 335 - Software Testing Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 220 and ITEC 225 both with a grade of “C” or better.
This course introduces students to software testing for students already familiar with the principles of information technology, object-oriented programming, and web programming. Students will gain knowledge of concepts in software testing while applying those concepts to the testing of both object-oriented software components and web software components.
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ITEC 340 - Database I Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 220 with a grade of “C” or better.
A breadth first introduction to database systems including the relational model, SQL, security, database design, and stored procedures.
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ITEC 345 - Introduction to Information Security Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 120 . (Grade of “C” or better).
Covers the fundamentals of information security. Lectures focus on providing a broad overview of principles, policies and procedures in security. ITEC 345 cannot be counted toward technical electives or B.S. requirements in any concentration.
Note(s): Students cannot earn credit for both ITEC 245 and ITEC 345.
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ITEC 350 - Introduction to Computer Networking Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 220 with a grade of “C” or better.
This course covers networking concepts including ISO reference model, TCP/IP protocol, and various network classifications as well as hands-on experience.
Note(s): Students who have received credit for CPSC 450 or INSY 371 may not receive credit for ITEC 350.
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ITEC 352 - Computer Organization Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 220 with a grade of “C” or better.
Pre- or Corequisites: ITEC 122 with a grade of “C” or better.
Covers relationships among computer components, structures and systems, hardware features, costs, and capabilities.
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ITEC 360 - Data Structures and Analysis of Algorithms Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 122 , ITEC 320 , ITEC 324 and MATH 251 .
Includes data structures, concepts and algorithms used in the solution of nonnumeric problems; applications to data management systems, file organization, information retrieval, list processing and programming languages.
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ITEC 363 - Integration of Software Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 100 .
Designed to provide students with advanced microcomputer applications skills in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and multimedia presentations. Major emphasis is placed on the integration of software packages to complete business applications.
Note(s): Students who have received credit for INSY 383 may not receive credit for ITEC 363.
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ITEC 370 - Software Engineering I Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 220 with a grade of “C” or better.
Introduction to the principles of software engineering and the design and implementation strategies appropriate for large software projects. Includes project planning, specification of project requirements, architectural design, verification and validation techniques, and software maintenance.
Note(s): Students who have received credit for CPSC 271 or INSY 481 may not receive credit for ITEC 370.
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ITEC 371 - Operating Systems Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 352 .
Principles of operating systems including interaction between operating systems and architecture of computer systems with emphasis on resource management.
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ITEC 380 - Organization of Programming Languages Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 320 and ITEC 324 .
Programming language constructs, run-time behavior of programs, desirable features of languages, design and implementation considerations to obtain those features.
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ITEC 381 - Spreadsheet Programming Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 281 and either MATH 126 or MATH 151 .
Teaches fundamental programming concepts using spreadsheet technology common in today’s business environment.
Note(s): This course may not be used to satisfy a B.S. requirement or a technical elective in the Information Technology Department.
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ITEC 398 - Software Development Technologies Credits: (1-3)
Instructional Method: One to three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 220 (grade of C or better) and permission of instructor.
Enables students to gain experience with programming languages, operating systems, and other tools, and technologies that are used to develop software. This course may be taken multiple times with a different topic each time.
Note(s): This course may not be used to satisfy a B.S. requirement or a technical elective.
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ITEC 400 - Foundations of Computer Science Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Senior standing.
A rigorous, systematic approach to object oriented problem solving and programming.
Note(s): This is a leveling course for students who do not have either the educational or experience background to start the Information Technology (IT) courses for the IT concentration for a Masters in Education (MSED) program. ITEC 400 will not count as graduate credit towards the ITEC Concentration for the MSED. Undergraduate students in the College of Information Science and Technology may not take this course for credit towards their degree.
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ITEC 410 - Modeling and Simulation Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 320 and STAT 301 .
An introduction to mathematical modeling and the simulation of models using a high-level programming language.
Note(s): Students who have received credit for CPSC 410 may not receive credit for ITEC 410.
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ITEC 420 - Computability Theory and Formal Languages Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 122 .
A survey of attempts to model computation and formal language concepts.
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ITEC 425 - Advanced Web Development Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 325 .
An advanced development class in Web programming for those students that have completed the Web Programming I and II sequence. Includes the applied study of Web services, asynchronous web programming, web server configuration, web object oriented constructs, and other current topics in Web development.
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ITEC 430 - Computer Graphics Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Pre- or Corequisites: ITEC 360 .
A survey of the data structures and algorithms used in computer graphics.
Note(s): Students who have received credit for CPSC 430 may not receive credit for ITEC 430.
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ITEC 441 - Database II Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 340 with a “C” or better.
A continuation of the introductory database course covering techniques used to model and manipulate large data sets. Course provides more in-depth coverage of triggers, assertions, PL/SQL, logical design, and normalization. Course introduces physical design of the database management system.
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ITEC 442 - Data Warehousing, Mining, and Reporting Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 340 with a grade of “C” or better.
A continuation of principles of database systems and the introduction to techniques for the modeling and manipulation of large data sets. This course provides in-depth coverage of data warehousing, data mining, and reporting.
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ITEC 445 - Computer System and Database Security Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 122 , ITEC 220 (Grade of “C” or better), ITEC 345 , ITEC 340 .
Threats and vulnerabilities in software systems, principles to design and implement secure software systems, database and information security.
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ITEC 451 - Network Design and Analysis Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 122 , ITEC 350 , MATH 152 , and either STAT 200 or STAT 301 .
Covers network design and analysis concepts and tools including optimization and traffic engineering.
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ITEC 452 - Distributed Computing Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 310 , ITEC 350 , and ITEC 371 .
Covers analysis and design of distributed systems.
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ITEC 455 - Applied Cryptography and Network Security Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 122 , ITEC 220 (Grade of “C” or better), ITEC 345 , ITEC 350 .
Threats and vulnerabilities in computer networks, cryptography and its application to network security mechanisms, secure network protocols, and network intrusion detection systems.
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ITEC 460 - Translator Design and Construction Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 352 and ITEC 380 .
Logical design of and construction techniques for compilers and interpreters. Students will complete a major project implementing a compiler or an interpreter.
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ITEC 465 - Computer System Security Analysis and Investigation Techniques Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 352 , ITEC 371 , and ITEC 445 .
Students will learn ethical hacking, conduct formal security analysis of computing infrastructure; apply investigation techniques to detect vulnerabilities and threats in software and hardware including reverse engineering program binaries for malware analysis, memory and disk analysis; systems analysis of embedded devices.
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ITEC 466 - Information Assurance Management Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 345 .
The course covers principles, policies, procedures and management in security. It includes information assurance governance, risk, compliance, planning and procedures.
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ITEC 471 - Software Engineering II Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 320 , ITEC 324 , ITEC 335 (not enforced until Fall 2017), and ITEC 370 .
A continuation of principles of software engineering and the design and implementation strategies appropriate for large software projects. Includes the use of CASE tools, extreme programming methods, software metrics, verification, validation, quality assurance, and a further exploration of the principles of human-computer interaction.
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ITEC 472 - Software Engineering III Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 471 .
A continuation of principles of software engineering and the design and implementation strategies appropriate for large software elected topics in Information Technology, as student and faculty interest demands. A new course description is available each time the course is offered. Interested students should contact the course instructor before registering.
Note(s): This course may be taken more than once for credit with a different topic. This course may not be used to satisfy a General Education requirement or a requirement for the major or minor, which includes technical electives. This course may be used for a general elective or a B.S. elective.
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ITEC 480 - Artificial Intelligence Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 122 and ITEC 324 .
An introduction to the study of intelligence as computation.
Note(s): Students who received credit for CPSC 480 may not receive credit for ITEC 480.
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ITEC 485 - Decision Support Systems Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: ITEC 281 and ITEC 340 .
Data and modeling solutions to semi-structured business problems including expert systems, executive information systems, on-line analytical processing, natural language interfaces, and ad-hoc query and reporting tools.
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ITEC 488 - Honors Capstone Project Credits: (3)
Prerequisites: Completion of all the required information technology courses up to the 300-level courses; enrollment in the Honors Program; senior standing.
To earn a bachelor’s degree with honors in Computer Science and Technology or Information Sciences and Systems, a student must complete a research project, write a report and make an oral presentation of the work done. In order to be eligible of a degree with honors, a student must earn a grade of “A” or “B” for the final project.
Note(s): Course may not be repeated.
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ITEC 490 - IT Professionalism Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture.
Prerequisites: Senior standing in computer science and technology or information science and systems.
A seminar series designed to aid in the transition from the university to work. Includes topics in resume preparation, research, and ethics.
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ITEC 493 - Selected Topics in Information Technology Credits: (1-3)
Instructional Method: One to three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Selected topics in computer science, information systems, or information technology, as student and faculty interest demands. A new course description is available each time the class is offered. Interested students should contact the course instructor before registering.
Note(s): This course may be taken more than once for credit with a different topic. This course may not be used to satisfy a Core Curriculum requirement or a requirement for an ITEC major or ITEC minor, which includes technical electives. This course may be used for a general elective or a B.S. elective.
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ITEC 495 - Information Systems Capstone Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Senior standing, Information Science and Systems major, ITEC 225 , ITEC 340 , ITEC 370 , FINC 331 , and MGNT 357 .
Advanced topics in information systems that build on previous courses in software engineering, web programming, database and business. This course in intended to provide a large information system capstone experience.
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ITEC 498 - Independent Study Credits: (1-6)
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Independent Study courses are designed to permit students to investigate independently specific problems or areas of interest under the direction of a faculty advisor.
Note(s): This course may not be used to satisfy a General Education requirement, a B.S. requirement, or a requirement for the major or minor, which includes technical electives. This course may be used only for a general elective. See “Independent Study .” For a complete listing of graduate courses, consult the Radford University Graduate Catalog.
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DSNI 103 - Visual Thinking for Design Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Six hours studio.
Prerequisites: “C” or better in DSN 100 and DSN 110 ; 2.5 in-major GPA.
An application of design fundamentals and problem solving techniques to two- and three-dimensional design problems for the interior spatial environment, with attention to human factors. Emphasis is on the design process, including conceptual thinking and creative expression.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for both DSNI 112 and DSNI 103.
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DSNI 125 - Technical Drafting Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Six hours studio.
Prerequisites: “C” or better in DSN 100 and DSN 110 ; 2.5 in-major GPA. Six hours studio.
An introduction to the skills and techniques required in representing designed space and form using conventional architectural drawing drafting standards.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for both DSNI 120 and DSNI 125.
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DSNI 200 - Sophomore Studio I Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Six hours studio.
Prerequisites: “C” or better in DSN 143 , DSNI 103 , DSNI 125 ; 2.5 in-major GPA.
Fundamentals of space planning and spatial development with emphasis on client needs, functionality, and human factors.
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DSNI 202 - Presentation Techniques Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Six hours studio.
Prerequisites: “C” or better in DSN 143 , DSNI 103 , DSNI 125 ; 2.5 in-major GPA.
An introduction to visualization and presentation techniques for interior design. Graphic skills are developed through the exploration of various media and techniques.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for both DSNI 210 and DSNI 202.
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DSNI 205 - Sophomore Studio II Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Six hours studio.
Prerequisites: DSN 220 , DSNF 200 , and DSNF 202 ; 2.5 in major GPA; passing Basic Skills Assessment.
A continuation of Sophomore Studio I. This course is the application of the design process, with emphasis on schematic design to small scale interior design problems.
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DSNI 230 - Materials, Finishes and Textiles I Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: DSNI 125 .
An introduction to the physical properties of and recommended applications for basic materials, finishes and textiles used in interior spaces. The student develops knowledge and skills needed to research and evaluate functional, aesthetic, economic and environmental characteristics of materials, finishes and textiles.
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DSNI 300 - Junior Studio I Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Eight hours studio.
Prerequisites: DSN 173 , DSN 223 , DSNI 205 ; 2.5 in-major GPA; passing Portfolio Review Assessment.
A comprehensive study of the design process as applied to residential and/or non-residential spaces. Problem solving skills are emphasized in designing spaces that accommodate user needs.
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DSNI 305 - Junior Studio II Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Eight hours studio.
Prerequisites: DSN 340 , DSNI 300 , DSNI 320 , DSNI 350 , DSNI 322 ; 2.5 in-major GPA.
A comprehensive study of the design process as applied to residential and/or non-residential spaces. Problem solving skills are emphasized in designing spaces that accommodate user needs.
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DSNI 320 - Computer Aided Design I Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lab.
Prerequisites: DSN 173 , DSN 223 , DSNI 305 ; 2.5 in-major GPA; passing Portfolio Review Assessment; or permission of instructor.
An introduction to concepts and techniques of two-dimensional and three-dimensional computer-aided design applications for interior spaces.
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DSNI 322 - Building Systems & Codes Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: DSN 223 , DSNI 205 ; 2.5 in-major GPA; passing Portfolio Review Assessment; Junior standing.
The purpose of this 3-credit lecture course is for students to become familiar with interior construction methods, building systems, and applicable codes.
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DSNI 325 - Computer Aided Design II Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lab.
Prerequisites: DSN 340 , DSNI 300 , DSNI 320 , DSNI 322 , DSNI 350 ; 2.5 in-major GPA; passing Portfolio Review Assessment; or permission of instructor.
An introduction to advanced techniques in computer-aided design for interiors. Applications include three-dimensional modeling, rendering and animation.
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DSNI 341 - Interior Design Internship Credits: (2)
Prerequisites: DSN 340 , DSNI 305 , DSNI 355 , DSNI 375 ; 2.5 in-major GPA, passing Portfolio Review.
Course includes 120 hours of field experience in an interior design internship approved by the Departmental Internship Committee and 10 hours of experience within a community service organization approved by internship coordinator; two semester hours required.
Note(s): This course may be repeated for no more than 8 semester hour’s credit (2,2,2,2). A grade of Pass/Fail is awarded by the departmental internship coordinator. Students cannot receive credit for both DSNI 392 and DSNI 341.
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DSNI 350 - History of Interiors I Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: DSN majors have a 2.5 in-major GPA; non-majors or permission of instructor.
Provides a broad overview of the design of interior spaces and furnishings from ancient Egypt to the Victorian period.
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DSNI 355 - History of Interiors II Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: DSN majors have a 2.5 in-major GPA; non-majors or permission of instructor.
A broad overview of the design of interior spaces and furnishings from the Victorian period to the present.
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DSNI 375 - Design Theory and Research Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: DSNI 300 , DSNI 320 , DSNI 322 , DSNI 350 ; or permission of instructor.
An introduction to facility programming, theory, and research. An introduction to the theories that form the foundation for decision-making in interior design and the data collection methods that inform and impact the problem solving process.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for both DSNI 365 and DSNI 375.
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DSNI 400 - Senior Studio I Credits: (3-4)
Instructional Method: Six or eight hours studio.
Prerequisites: Senior Standing; DSNI 305 , DSNI 325 , DSNI 355 , DSNI 375 ; 2.5 in-major GPA; Passing Professional Skills Review and Internship Review Assessments; and/or with permission of instructor.
A comprehensive study of the design process as applied to residential and/or non-residential environments. Problem solving skills are employed in designing spaces to accommodate user needs.
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DSNI 405 - Senior Studio II Credits: (3-4)
Instructional Method: Six or eight hours studio.
Prerequisites: Senior Standing; DSNI 400 , DSNI 402; 2.5 in-major GPA.
A comprehensive study of the design process as applied to residential and/or non-residential environments. Problem solving skills are employed in designing spaces to accommodate user needs.
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DSNI 407 - Senior Showcase and Portfolio Credits: (1-2)
Instructional Method: One of two hours lecture.
Prerequisites: DSN 402 ; DSNI 400 ; 2.5 in-major GPA.
This capstone course is the culminating activity of four years of interior design study. Students confront the challenge of designing and developing their individual portfolios and producing a senior exhibit. This course also provides: learning experiences that engage student in collaboration, consensus building, leadership, and team work.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for both DSNI 407 and DSNI 492.
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DSNI 445 - Professional Practice and Ethics Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture.
Prerequisites: DSNI 400 and 2.5 GPA in major; permission of instructor.
This course provides a study of business principles and professional ethics for the practice of interior design.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for both DSNI 445 and DSNI 490.
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IDST 250 - Research Methods in Interdisciplinary Studies Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Note(s): This course introduces students to the concept of interdisciplinary studies as well as introducing and practicing interdisciplinary research methods. Students in this course will be introduced to the history of traditional disciplinary research as well as the weakness and strengths of disciplinary methods. Students will learn how to develop an interdisciplinary research “road map” that starts with identifying disciplines relevant to the research question, gathering information, developing an interdisciplinary method, and producing interdisciplinary research.
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IDST 497 - Senior Seminar in Interdisciplinary Studies Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture.
Prerequisites: IDSL major, IDST 250 , and senior standing or permission of IDSL program director.
Provides the opportunity for students to synthesize, integrate and articulate what they have learned in the IDSL major and how being an IDLS major has prepared them to transition from college life. Students will learn how to market their knowledge and skills, as they explore post-graduate opportunities.
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IDST 498 - Independent Study Credits: (1-6)
Prerequisites: IDST 250 and permission of instructor.
Opportunity to engage in advanced undergraduate research projects in Interdisciplinary Studies under the supervision of faculty mentors. IDST 498 offers students the opportunity to investigate specific interdisciplinary areas of interest. See “Independent Study .”
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IDST 499 - Internship in Interdisciplinary Studies Credits: (1-6)
Prerequisites: IDSL major, IDST 250 , junior standing, permission of director.
Offers students an opportunity to integrate and apply knowledge and skills gained in the major. An Internship consists of a field-based learning opportunity with a sponsoring organization.
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INST 101 - Introduction to International Studies Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Foundation course in International Studies emphasizing the basic knowledge and core skills necessary to analyze and appreciate the global experience from a multidisciplinary perspective.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Global Perspectives.
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INST 488 - International Studies: Senior Project Credits: (3)
Prerequisites: Senior standing and approval of the project by the Committee on International Studies.
Students research and present a senior project appropriate to their particular area of concentration, supervised by a faculty advisor. Students must earn a grade of “A” or “B” to graduate with the minor.
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INST 489 - Seminar in International Studies Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours seminar.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing and, for non-minors, approval by the course coordinator.
Students concentrate on an area of International Studies, which varies each semester depending upon the individual instructors. Course is cross-disciplinary and team-taught.
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INST 489A - Study Abroad Practicum with ISA (Affiliate) Credits: (12-18)
Prerequisites: Consult Director of International Education.
Open to all majors. This is an affiliate program that allows a student to study a variety of subjects with over a dozen universities in Australia and New Zealand, and many other locations throughout the world. Affiliate programs allow students to maintain RU student status while abroad thus allowing them continued access to financial aid and future registration at RU. Students must complete an RU Study Abroad Registration and course Approval Form outlining courses to be taken and approved before leaving to study abroad. Grade values are pass/fail and the awarding of specific course credit is determined at the conclusion of the experience and when official transcripts are received by the Office of the Registrar. Scholarships are possible.
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INST 489D - Study Abroad Practicum in Kansai Gaidai, Japan Credits: (12-18)
Prerequisites: Consult Director of International Education. Available Fall, Spring, and academic year. Open to all majors. Limited scholarships may be available.
As an exchange student in Japan, participants can study almost any subject, including Japanese Business Overseas, Media in Japan, Anthropological Perspectives on Japan, Religion in Japan, and Japanese Art. Instruction is in English for most classes, and Japanese is taught at all levels. Exchange programs allow RU students to study abroad while paying RU tuition. Hours earned are treated as if completed at RU for both program completion purposes and financial aid. Students must complete an RU Study Abroad Registration and Course Approval form outlining courses to be taken and approved before leaving to study abroad. Grade values are assigned as pass/fail and the awarding of specific course credit is determined at the conclusion of the experience and when official transcripts are received by the Registrar’s Office.
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INST 489E - Study Abroad Practicum with Kassel Universitat in Germany Credits: (12-18)
Prerequisites: German is required.
Students should be enrolled in, or have completed, German coursework at the 300-level. Open to all majors. Semester or year. This is an exchange program that involves a directed program of travel study designed to augment a student’s knowledge of the German language and culture. Students will receive a minimum of 15 hours per week of formal language instruction in addition to being involved in a total immersion living situation. Permission by the department chair is required prior to enrollment. Exchange programs allow RU students to study abroad while paying RU tuition. Hours earned are treated as if completed at RU for both program completion purposes and financial aid. Students must complete an RU Study Abroad Registration and Course Approval form outlining courses to be taken and approved before leaving to study abroad. Grade values are assigned as pass/fail and the awarding of specific course credit is determined at the conclusion of the experience and when official transcripts are received by the Registrar’s Office.
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INST 489G - Study Abroad Practicum in Spain Credits: (3-18)
Instructional Method: Language instruction
Prerequisites: Permission of the Spanish program director and the department chair is required.
Available Summer, Fall or Spring. Open to all majors. Students participate in a directed program of travel study designed to augment a student’s knowledge of the language, culture, and literature of Spain. Students will receive a minimum of 15 credit hours per week of formal language instruction in addition to being involved in a total immersion living situation. Permission by the department chair required prior to enrollment. Affiliate programs allow students to maintain RU student status while abroad, thus allowing them continued access to financial aid and future registration at RU. Students must complete an RU Study Abroad Registration and course Approval Form outlining courses to be taken and approved before leaving to study abroad. Grade values are pass/fail, and the awarding of specific course credit is determined at the conclusion of the experience and when official transcripts are received by the Registrar’s Office.
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INST 489H - International Study Abroad Program: Greece Credits: (3-18)
Instructional Method: Format of course varies.
Prerequisites: Consult Director of International Education.
Open to all majors. Courses taken in this program must be taken for letter grades, and will be used in calculating student’s GPA unless prohibited by their RU program requirements.
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INST 489I - Study Abroad Practicum with the Université Catholique de l’Ouest in Angers, France (Semester Exchange Program) Credits: (3-15)
Prerequisites: Two years of undergraduate study.
Available Spring semester, students receive 15 credit hours and pay in-state tuition to Radford University. A program is also offered in the Summer with slightly different criteria – see the RU Summer Program for additional information. A directed program of travel study designed to augment a student’s knowledge of the French language and culture. Students will usually receive a minimum of 15 hours per week of formal language instruction in addition to being involved in a total immersion living situation. Permission by the department chair is required prior to enrollment. Upon successful completion, students will receive a total of 15 credit hours. Grade values are assigned as pass/fail and the awarding of specific course credit is determined at the conclusion of the experience and when official transcripts are received by the Registrar’s Office.
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INST 489J - Study Abroad Practicum in Glasgow, Scotland Credits: (12-18)
Prerequisites: Music majors only.
Students are expected to have an average 3.0 GPA or better to be accepted. Available Spring semester and academic year. This is an exchange program whereby music majors with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA are invited to apply to study at one of the oldest and most prestigious institutions in the United Kingdom. Exchange programs allow RU students to study abroad while paying RU tuition. Hours earned are treated as if completed at RU for both program completion purposes and financial aid. Students must complete an RU Study Abroad Registration and Course Approval form outlining courses to be taken and approved before leaving to study abroad. Grade values are assigned as pass/fail and the awarding of specific course credit is determined at the conclusion of the experience and when official transcripts are received by the Registrar’s Office.
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INST 489K - Study Abroad Practicum in Mexico Credits: (3-18)
Open to all majors. Offered Spring or Fall. A program is also offered in the Summer with slightly different criteria - see the RU Summer Program for additional information. A directed program of travel study designed to augment a student’s knowledge of the language and culture of Mexico and Latin America. Grade values are assigned as pass/fail and the awarding of specific course credit is determined at the conclusion of the experience and when official transcripts are received by the Registrar’s Office. Maximum of 18 credit hours.
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INST 489L - Study Abroad Practicum in China and Taiwan Credits: (12-18)
Prerequisites: Consult Director of International Education.
Open to all majors. This is an exchange program that allows RU students to study at the National Taiwan Normal University in China or Shanghai Normal University in China while paying RU tuition. Hours earned are treated as if completed at RU for both program completion purposes and financial aid. Students must complete an RU Study Abroad Registration and Course Approval form outlining courses to be taken and approved before leaving to study abroad. Grade values are assigned as pass/fail and the awarding of specific course credit is determined at the conclusion of the experience and when official transcripts are received by the Registrar’s Office.
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INST 489M - Study Abroad Practicum with AIFS Credits: (12-18)
Prerequisites: Consult Director of International Education.
This is an affiliate program that affords students the opportunity to study a variety of subjects through selected universities. Affiliate programs allow students to maintain RU student status while abroad, thus allowing them continued access to financial aid and future registration at RU. Students must complete an RU Study Abroad Registration and course Approval Form outlining courses to be taken and approved before leaving to study abroad. Grade values are pass/fail, and the awarding of specific course credit is determined at the conclusion of the experience and when official transcripts are received by the Registrar’s Office.
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INST 489O - Study Abroad Practicum with Salzburg College, Austria Credits: (12-18)
Prerequisites: Consult Director of International Education.
Open to all majors. This is an affiliate program with Salzburg College in Austria that provides students with the opportunity to study courses in the liberal arts, business and education. Instruction is in English. Affiliate programs allow students to maintain RU student status while abroad, thus allowing them continued access to financial aid and future registration at RU. Students must complete an RU Study Abroad Registration and course Approval Form outlining courses to be taken and approved before leaving to study abroad. Grade values are pass/fail and the awarding of specific course credit is determined at the conclusion of the experience and when official transcripts are received by the Registrar’s Office.
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INST 489Z - Non-RU Study Abroad Practicum Credits: (6-18)
Prerequisites: Pre-approval by Director of International Education.
Utilized as a means to acknowledge registration in a non-RU affiliated Study Abroad program that has been approved on an individual basis by the Director of International Education and for which a formal articulation agreement has been generated between the financial aid office of the participating university and RU. Special rules apply, so interested parties are strongly encouraged to consult with the University Registrar or the Director of Financial Aid for additional information. Grade values are assigned as pass/fail and the awarding of specific course credit is determined at the conclusion of the experience and when official transcripts are received by the Office of the Registrar. If preapproval has not been attained prior to the student’s participation abroad, the student will not be considered enrolled at Radford University and credit will only be considered under the traditional transfer credit evaluation process.
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INST 490 - Capstone Seminar on Global Issues Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours seminar.
Prerequisites: INST 101 and junior or senior standing; or permission of instructor.
Capstone course for International Studies minor. Topics may include capitalism, globalization, human rights, corruption, poverty, gender equality, armed conflicts, international terrorism, refugees and migration, climate change, and the environment. Coursework will include completing a major individual or team project.
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LATN 101 - Elementary Latin I Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and language practice.
Study of basic language structures and forms, pronunciation of classical Latin, English derivatives, and various aspects of Roman civilization.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Foreign Languages.
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LATN 102 - Elementary Latin II Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and language practice.
Prerequisites: LATN 101 or permission of the instructor.
Continued study of basic language structures and forms, pronunciation of classical Latin, English derivatives and Roman civilization.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Foreign Languages.
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LATN 201 - Intermediate Latin Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and language practice.
Prerequisites: LATN 102 or two years of Latin in high school.
Review of basic Latin grammar and syntax along with prose readings adapted to the level; study of relevant aspects of Roman civilization.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Foreign Languages.
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LATN 315 - Advanced Grammar Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: LATN 350 or concurrent enrollment of LATN 350 .
Intensive study of Latin grammar and syntax. Recommended for students planning to teach Latin.
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LATN 350 - Latin Literature Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: LATN 201 or permission of the instructor.
Study of a major Latin author or genre. Topic will vary. Credit may be received each time topic is different.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Foreign Languages.
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