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Biology All Biology (BIOL) courses that have prerequisites, with the exception of those cross-listed with Chemistry (CHEM), require a grade of “C” or better in all courses listed as prerequisites for admission to the course, unless otherwise stated. |
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BIOL 481 - Special Topics in Biology Credits: (1-8)
Instructional Method: One to eight hours of lecture and/or laboratory.
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in 4 credits of Biology and permission.
Course outline available each time course offered. Interested students should consult department chairperson for information about registering.
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BIOL 488 - Final Honors Project Credits: (2-3)
Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Honors Academy, completion of all other Honors Academy requirements, a 3.5 GPA in all courses and in biology.
See “Honors Academy.” In order to receive honors credit, 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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BIOL 491 - Directed Study and Research Credits: (1-6)
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in 8 credits in Biology, permission of instructor, approval by the Biology Department Chair and a minimum GPA of 2.5 in Biology courses.
An introduction to research or other forms of scholarly study in biology under the close supervision of a faculty mentor.
Note(s): A maximum of six credit hours of BIOL 491/BIOL 492 /BIOL 495 may be applied to the Biology major; any additional credit hours will apply as university electives.
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BIOL 492 - Undergraduate Research Credits: (1-6)
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in 8 credits in Biology, permission of instructor, approval by the Biology Department Chair and minimum GPA of 2.5 in Biology courses.
Independent research or other scholarly study in biology carried out under the supervision of a faculty mentor. This course requires a demonstration of student involvement in the planning and execution of the research project beyond that expected in BIOL 491 . As determined in advance by the student and mentor, and approved by the department chair, this demonstration will take the form of a written proposal and/or oral proposal evaluated by a faculty committee, a written and/or oral defense evaluated by a faculty committee, and /or a draft manuscript for publication.
Note(s): A maximum of six credit hours of BIOL 491 /BIOL 492/BIOL 495 may be applied to the Biology major; any additional credit hours will apply as university electives.
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BIOL 495 - Internship in Biology Credits: (1-6)
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in 16 credit hours of Biology or other laboratory science, 2.5 or higher GPA in Biology courses, and permission of the department chair.
Application of skills and concepts learned in the classroom and laboratory in a real world situations through full- or part-time placement in a professional setting with a company, organization, or research faculty doing work in some area of biology. Students will be supervised by both the internship site personnel and by a biology faculty member.
Note(s): A total of 6 credit hours of BIOL 491 , BIOL 492 and BIOL 495 may be applied to the biology major.
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Business and Economics |
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COBE 150 - Speaker Series Credits: (1)
Students are exposed to a variety of speakers at campus and off campus events. Topics cover a wide variety of issues pertaining to business practices and problem solving in a business/organizational environment.
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COBE 151 - Service Learning Credits: (1)
Participation in a meaningful service project of benefit to the community. A grade of Pass or Fail is given.
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COBE 152 - Environment, Ethics, and Governance Credits: (1)
Students are exposed to a variety of issues relating to ethical dilemmas in the workplace. Activities include attending speaking events and discussing current events pertaining to ethics. A grade of Pass or Fail is given.
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COBE 190 - Business Internship Credits: (1-3)
Prerequisites: Minimum 2.0 GPA and designation as a business major.
Students are exposed to basic business practice through work assignments with a local or regional organization. The number of work hours, credit hours and grade for the work performed determined by the faculty member or members sponsoring the student. A grade of Pass or Fail is given.
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BLAW 203 - Legal Environment of Business Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
A survey of the legal system of the United States of America. Civil procedure, tort law, administrative law and criminal law are briefly surveyed. Areas of the law studied in more depth include contracts, government regulation, international law and agency. Business ethics and diversity are emphasized in much of the topical coverage. (Does not include coverage of the Uniform Commercial Code.)
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BLAW 304 - Business Law I Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: BLAW 203 .
The course is an in-depth study of the Uniform Commercial Code, Articles 2, 2a, 3, 4, 6, 7 and 9, bankruptcy, the CISG and other business law topics frequently addressed on the CPA examination.
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BLAW 305 - Business Law II Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: BLAW 203 .
An in-depth study of the laws affecting business organizations, property, wills, trusts and estates and insurance. In addition, other areas of the law affecting business may be covered as these areas emerge and as time permits.
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BLAW 306 - Entertainment Law Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: BLAW 203 or permission of instructor.
Provides a study of the legal aspects of the entertainment industry. Particular attention will be paid to contracts and contract implications, copyright law, and licensing concerns. Union issues, agency, and international implications will also be addressed.
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CHEM 101 - General Chemistry Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; three hours laboratory.
Introduction to principles and applications of chemistry. Includes measurements, stoichiometry, atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, gases, and solutions.
Note(s): Students whose major requires upper-level chemistry courses must take CHEM 101:CHEM 102 . A student may receive a maximum of 8 hours credit for General Chemistry. CHEM 101 and CHEM 102 have been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Natural Sciences.
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CHEM 102 - General Chemistry Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: CHEM 101 .
Introduction to principles and applications of chemistry. Includes additional chemical bonding topics, crystal lattices, kinetics, chemical equilibria, acid-base chemistry, electrochemistry, and radiochemistry.
Note(s): CHEM 101 and CHEM 102 have been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Natural Sciences.
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CHEM 103 - General Chemistry Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: CHEM 101 .
Introduction to principles and applications of chemistry. Divided equally between inorganic and organic/biochemistry topics.
Note(s): Students whose major requires upper-level chemistry courses must take CHEM 101 :CHEM 102 . A student may receive a maximum of 8 hours credit for General Chemistry. Designed primarily for nursing majors and non science majors.
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CHEM 115 - Chemistry of the Environment Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; three hours laboratory.
The most fundamental concepts and techniques of chemistry will be presented by emphasizing the applications of chemistry in our lives and the impact of chemistry on society and the environment.
Note(s): Credit towards a Chemistry degree will not be given for CHEM 115. CHEM 101 and CHEM 102 are the prerequisites for all upper-level courses in chemistry.
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CHEM 120 - Chemistry of Life Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; three hours laboratory.
The most basic concepts and techniques of general, organic, and biochemistry will be presented by concentrating on the chemistry necessary to understand living systems.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Natural Sciences.
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CHEM 215 - Environmental Chemistry Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: CHEM 102 or CHEM 103 .
The chemical nature of major environmental problems, including their sources and possible solutions. Major topics include acid deposition, global warming, ozone depletion, air pollution, photochemical smog, water pollution, solid waste disposal, recycling, and alternatives to fossil fuels.
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CHEM 216 - Inorganic Chemistry Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: CHEM 102
A descriptive inorganic chemistry course of the main group elements and transition metals. Other topics include: atoms, bonding, solid state structures, acid-base theories, and redox reactions.
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CHEM 301 - Organic Chemistry Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; three hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: CHEM 102 .
Study of the physical and chemical properties of organic compounds.
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CHEM 302 - Organic Chemistry Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; three hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: CHEM 102 and CHEM 301 .
Study of the physical and chemical properties of organic compounds.
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CHEM 324 - Analytical Chemistry Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; six hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: CHEM 102 .
An introduction to statistics of data, quality assurance, experimental design, and calibration with application to volumetric methods of analysis, traditional and instrumental methods of gravimetric analysis, and spectroscopy.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for both CHEM 201 and CHEM 324.
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CHEM 401 - Physical Chemistry Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; three hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: CHEM 102 ; MATH 152 ; PHYS 112 or PHYS 222 .
A study of chemical thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, and quantum chemistry as applied to chemical reactivity, chemical equilibria, and molecular structure.
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CHEM 402 - Physical Chemistry Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; three hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: CHEM 102 ; MATH 152 ; PHYS 112 or PHYS 222 , CHEM 401 .
A study of chemical thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, and quantum chemistry as applied to chemical reactivity, chemical equilibria, and molecular structure.
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CHEM 416 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: CHEM 216
Study of the chemistry of the transition elements.
Note(s): (To be taught once every two years.)
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CHEM 421 - Polymer Chemistry Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: CHEM 302 .
An introduction and overview of polymers including synthesis, chemistry, properties, significance, and manufacturing processes.
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CHEM 424 - Instrumental Methods of Analysis Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; six hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: CHEM 102 .
Theoretical principles, design, construction, applications, and operation of standard laboratory instruments.
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CHEM 441 - Electronics for Scientists Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; four hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: CHEM 102 : PHYS 112 or PHYS 222 : MATH 152 or MATH 155.
Cross-Listed: PHYS 441
Introduction to analog and digital circuit design appropriate for many scientific disciplines, including chemistry, computer science, physics, biology, and geology. Focus will be on analog electronics, including basic electronic circuit design, use of transducers, operational amplifiers, and wave forming circuits.
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CHEM 451 - Qualitative Organic Analysis Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture; six hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: CHEM 302 .
Introduction to qualitative analysis of organic compounds and separation of organic mixtures.
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CHEM 461 - Advanced Organic Chemistry Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: CHEM 302 .
Study of advanced topics in organic chemistry.
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CHEM 465 - Forensic Chemistry Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; three hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: CHEM 302 , CHEM 324 and CHEM 424 .
Students will gain insight into the many areas of forensic chemistry and practice techniques commonly used in private, state, and federal forensic laboratories. The lecture portion of the course will highlight proper collection, handling, analysis, and data interpretation of physical evidence from an accident or crime scene. The theory and principles of analytical methods and techniques will be presented. Spectroscopic, chromatographic, microscopic, and other techniques will be utilized to analyze evidence such as documents, fingerprints, fibers, paint, glass, firearms, drugs, arson, and explosives.
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CHEM 471 - Biochemistry Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture.
Prerequisites: BIOL 105 or BIOL 121 or BIOL 131 ; CHEM 302 .
Cross-Listed: BIOL 471
Study of the main classes of biomolecules, cellular organization, enzyme action, bioenergetics, and the flow of genetic information.
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CHEM 472 - Biochemistry Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture
Prerequisites: BIOL 105 or BIOL 121 or BIOL 132 ; CHEM 302 , BIOL 471 or CHEM 471 .
Cross-Listed: BIOL 472
Study of the main classes of biomolecules, cellular organism, enzyme action, bioenergetics, metabolic pathways and the flow of genetic information.
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CHEM 474 - Biochemistry Laboratory Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: Three hours laboratory.
Pre- or Corequisites: CHEM 471 or BIOL 471 .
Cross-Listed: BIOL 474
Experience in isolating and determining properties of biochemical materials using important techniques of biochemical analysis.
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CHEM 480 - Selected Topics in Chemistry Credits: (1-3)
Instructional Method: One to three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: CHEM 102 and five semester hours of additional chemistry courses. Additional prerequisites may be required depending on course topic.
Course is designed for science majors in their junior or senior year who wish to pursue advanced chemical subjects or to study recent advances in chemistry. The specific topic will be selected each time the course is taught.
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CHEM 481 - Undergraduate Research Credits: (1-3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 301 .
A laboratory course designed for students wishing to pursue an independent research project.
Note(s): May be taken more than once for credit. Only a maximum of six credit hours of CHEM 481 may be applied to the Chemistry major; any additional credit hours will counts as free electives.
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CHEM 488 - Honors Thesis Credits: (2-3)
Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Honors Program, completion of all other Honors Program requirements, a 3.5 GPA in all courses and in chemistry.
See Honors Academy. In order to receive honors credit, a student must earn a grade of “A” or “B” for the honors thesis.
Note(s): Course may not be repeated.
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CHNS 101 - Elementary Chinese I Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and language practice.
Prerequisites: 2.75 GPA and approval by the Chair of the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures.
Balanced emphasis is on listening, speaking, reading, and writing for beginners.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Foreign Languages.
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CHNS 102 - Elementary Chinese II Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and language practice.
Prerequisites: 2.75 GPA and CHNS 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
A continuation of Elementary Chinese I with a balanced emphasis on listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Foreign Languages.
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CHNS 201 - Intermediate Chinese I Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and language practice.
Prerequisites: CHNS 101 and CHNS 102 with a grade of “C” or better, and approval by the Chair of the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures.
A continuation of Elementary Chinese I and II with a balanced emphasis on listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Foreign Languages.
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CHNS 202 - Intermediate Chinese II Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and language practice.
Prerequisites: CHNS 101 , CHNS 102 , and CHNS 201 with a grade of “C” or better, and approval by the Chair of the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures.
A continuation of Intermediate Chinese I with a balanced emphasis on listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Foreign Languages.
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CHNS 301 - Transitional Mandarin Chinese Language and Culture Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and language practice.
Prerequisites: CHNS 101 , CHNS 102 , CHNS 201 , CHNS 202 with a grade of “C” or better, and approval by the Chair of the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures.
A continuation of Intermediate Chinese II with a balanced emphasis on listening, speaking, reading, writing, and culture. This class is taught mostly in Chinese.
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CLSS 110 - Classical Mythology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Study of Greek and Roman mythology, the role of mythology in classical antiquity and the influence of classical mythology upon Western culture.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in the Humanities.
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CLSS 120 - Etymology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
A vocabulary-building course with study of Latin and Greek stems, prefixes and suffixes in English derivatives.
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CLSS 210 - Greek Literature in Translation Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: CORE 101 and CORE 102 .
Study of masterpieces of ancient Greek literature, including epic, drama, history and philosophy.
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CLSS 220 - Latin Literature in Translation Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: CORE 101 and CORE 102 .
Study of masterpieces of Latin literature, including epic and other poetry, drama, historiography, satire and oratory.
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CLSS 460 - Special Topics Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Study of various aspects of ancient Greek and Roman civilization. The topic will vary each time taught.
Note(s): May be taken twice for credit with different topics.
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Communication and Media Studies |
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COMS 104 - Basic News Writing Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and laboratory.
Instruction and practice in basic writing for print and electronic media. Includes introduction to writing fundamentals, writing for news media, and use of expository, narrative descriptive and persuasive approaches This is a core course required of all Media Studies majors in the journalism concentration.
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COMS 114 - Public Speaking Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/performance.
Techniques and fundamentals of public speaking, methods for improving poise and confidence, delivery, construction of speeches and critical evaluation of speeches and speakers. For students who wish to improve their ability to communicate in public.
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COMS 130 - Introduction to Communication Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
An introduction to the field of communication, including a survey of communication history, systems, technology, and roles in society. Provides students with a foundation in the history and practices of a wide range of communication areas. This is a core course required of all students majoring in the School of Communication.
Note(s): This is a core course required of all students majoring in the School of Communication. School of Communication students must earn a “C” or better to have this course count towards major.
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COMS 146 - Media Performance Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/performance.
Performance demonstrated and practiced through a variety of media in studio and field settings. Personal coaching provided on the basis of audio and video recordings, analysis and feedback.
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COMS 173 - Introduction to Advertising and IMC Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Provides a foundation for advertising, its history, development, problems and challenges. Includes an overview of advertising, its creativity, composition, decision making, media planning, and management.
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COMS 204 - News Reporting Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites: or permission of instructor.
Practice in advanced level reporting and feature writing. The course requires submission of all stories for possible media distribution (e.g., The Tartan and NRV News). Advanced discussion of ethics, morality, law and responsibility, as well as an examination of national and international media issues.
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COMS 223 - Advertising Copywriting Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites: COMS 173 or permission of instructor.
Introductory course that exposes advertising students to various copywriting styles using a combination of lecture and laboratory exercises.
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COMS 225 - Introduction to Public Relations Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion.
Principles, history and practice of public relations in business, educational institutions, social welfare organizations, government and military services.
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COMS 226 - Digital Imaging Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and laboratory.
Instruction in the technology of digital imaging and photo journalism. Practice in the creation, editing and processing of digital images for use in various media with some emphasis on the World Wide Web. Visual communication theories and history of photography are also covered.
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COMS 231 - Research Methods in Communication Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/participation.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 or permission of instructor.
An overview of research methods necessary for understanding and performing communication research in a variety of contexts. Includes methods of basic research, survey construction, experimental techniques and qualitative analysis.
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COMS 235 - Writing for Public Relations Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/performance.
Prerequisites: COMS 225 or permission of instructor.
Provides students with the theory and technical knowledge necessary to produce messages as professional communicators. Students will develop skills in a variety of writing formats and learn to utilize desktop publishing and graphics software in the production of messages.
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COMS 236 - Print Production Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites: Any one of the following: COMS 104 , COMS 223 , COMS 235 , COMS 247 , or permission of instructor.
Principles and practices in the production of print and digital media with emphasis on computer graphics and desktop publishing. Course also covers theories of typography and visual communication.
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COMS 240 - Teamwork and Communication Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/performance.
Development of communication skills in the context of teams in organizational and professional settings. Students study the structure of effective teamwork, group process, problem solving, and leadership.
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COMS 246 - Basic Audio Production Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: COMS 146 .
Corequisites: COMS 247 or permission of instructor.
Instruction in the basic theories of audio production, including studio and remote recording. Training in use of production equipment for radio, television and film.
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COMS 247 - Script Writing Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: COMS 146 .
Corequisites: COMS 246 or permission of instructor.
An introductory media writing course that exposes production students to various forms of script writing for television, radio, film, and corporate video.
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COMS 250 - Interpersonal Communication Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/participation.
Improves understanding of internal communication environments; enhances ability to communicate with others. Emphasis on theory and research through experiential projects and examination of communication process used by class itself.
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COMS 273 - Advertising Account Planning Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: COMS 173 .
Analysis of advertising from an account planning function, that is, creating insights for advertising strategy.”
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COMS 300 - Media History Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 , or permission of instructor.
Tracing the tributaries of concepts and practices of American journalism, including events, personalities, and institutions that influenced media from the colonial period to the present.
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COMS 304 - Electronic News Gathering Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites: COMS 104 and COMS 130 , or permission of instructor.
Instruction and practice in news reporting for electronic media (for example, television, radio, cable, web). Introduction to various formats and professional standards. Includes news gathering from participants, experts, libraries and online sources. Emphasis placed on campus news and beat coverage. Discussion of national and international issues when reporting in the different media.
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COMS 313 - Interactive Advertising Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or permission of instructor.
Examination of select communication-driven challenges and opportunities in interactive advertising. Emphasis is on project-based learning guided by digital media platforms and contemporary case studies.
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COMS 314 - Organizational Communication Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 or permission of instructor.
An intensive consideration of the role of human communication in organizational effectiveness. Emphasizes both theory and practice and focuses on information exchange, behavior regulation negotiation and conflict management as examples of fundamental communication practices.
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COMS 326 - Web Production Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 and COMS 226 or ITEC 225 , or permission of instructor.
Instruction and practice in designing interactive websites for the mass media. Course also introduces web aesthetics, digital imaging and other applications for the web.
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COMS 327 - Politics and the Media Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion.
Prerequisites: POSC 120 and COMS 130 , or permission of instructor.
Cross-Listed: POSC 327
Modern mass media as actors in the political arena, with an emphasis on how elections and policy-making are affected by the mass media.
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COMS 330 - Communication Theory Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 .
A survey of communication theories in a variety of contexts. Includes study of interpersonal, group, persuasive, organizational, rhetorical, mass media, and intercultural theory.
Note(s): This is a core course required of all students majoring in the School of Communication. School of Communication students must earn a “C” or better to have this course count towards major requirements. Students cannot receive credit for both COMS 230 and COMS 330.
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COMS 332 - Argumentation and Advocacy Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/performance.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 or permission of instructor.
Emphasis on the development and application of critical thinking and argumentation techniques, including argument development, use of evidence, reasoning and argumentation strategies. In-class practice debates facilitate implementation of critical thinking strategies by students
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COMS 333 - Persuasion Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/performance.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 or permission of instructor.
Modification of attitudes and behavior through purposeful oral communication. Techniques studied include generation of attention and interest, motivational devices, persuasive campaigns and development of credibility.
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COMS 335 - Media and Society Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 or permission of instructor.
Investigation of the impact of mass media on society; discussion of theoretical concepts, political and social issues related to promotion, distribution, programming and advertising.
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COMS 346 - Electronic Field Production Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 , COMS 246 , and COMS 247
Corequisites: COMS 347 or permission of instructor.
Fundamental course in techniques of electronic video field production. Includes script writing, lighting, and shooting a variety of video projects. Development of client relationships.
Note(s): Students must enroll in COMS 346 and COMS 347 concurrently.
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COMS 347 - Video Editing and Effects Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours of lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 , COMS 246 and COMS 247 .
Corequisites: COMS 346 or permission of instructor.
Introduction to analog and digital editing and video effects theories and techniques. Training in the use of analog and computerized video editing systems and digital video effects programs. Exploration of hardware and software issues relating to 3-dimensional graphics manipulation, video compression and recording.
Note(s): Students must enroll in COMS 346 and COMS 347 concurrently.
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COMS 373 - Advertising Media Planning Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: and , or permission of instructor.
Examines variety of local and national sales methods, market research, demography, sales planning, organization and management. Includes writing for sales campaigns, preparation of presentations, production and placement of advertisements, development of client relations and follow-up service.
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COMS 400 - Media Law and Ethics Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 and COMS 330 , or permission of instructor.
Examination of basic legal concepts and legal problems affecting mass media and media professionals. Includes case studies from the areas of constitutional law, statutory law and regulatory agency decisions. Principles and case studies in mass media ethics explored.
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COMS 404 - Specialized Journalism Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites: COMS 104 , COMS 204 , COMS 130 , and COMS 330 , or permission of instructor.
Corequisites: COMS 481 .
Strategies for computer assisted reporting, practice in gathering information from first-person participants and expert sources, and experience in writing investigative and exploratory articles and/or documentary scripts. The course concentrates on several themes evident in journalism today, including diversity reporting, community journalism, financial reporting, reporting for the web, international issues and others.
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COMS 407 - Science and Environmental Writing Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and laboratory
Prerequisites: COMS 130 , COMS 330 , and COMS 104 , or permission of instructor.
Principles and practice of writing for scientific, educational and environmental publications; advanced reporting in public affairs and investigative journalism. Application of theories and models to advanced writing.
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COMS 408 - Public Relations Management Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 , COMS 225 , COMS 231 , COMS 330 , and either COMS 104 or COMS 235 , or permission of instructor.
Management of public relations in industry, labor, education, government, social welfare and trade associations. Case studies of planning and preparation of communication materials for various media; applications of public relations techniques
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COMS 411 - Public Relations Media and Campaigns Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 , COMS 225 , COMS 231 , COMS 330 , and either COMS 104 or COMS 235 , or permission of instructor.
Use of media to achieve motivation within various target audiences; theory and nature of materials emanating from a public relations department or counseling firm; practical analysis and development of specialized communication materials to gain reaction and support from specialized groups.
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COMS 413 - Political Communication Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 and COMS 330 , or permission of instructor.
Contemporary theories and practices of political communication. Examines the structure and function of political messages, the strategic dissemination of political messages and the effects of those messages on corporate, social, professional and cultural institutions.
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COMS 414 - Critical Analysis of Public Discourse Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 and COMS 330 , or permission of instructor.
This course focuses on the creation, consumption, and evaluation of public discourse. As such, its main concerns are the sources of messages, the audiences for messages, the contexts in which the messages are produced, the messages themselves, and the confluence of all four to create a rhetorical reality.
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COMS 415 - Communication Training and Development Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion/participation.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 and COMS 330 , or permission of instructor.
The study of internal and external communication training and consulting in business, education, government, and other professional environments. Instruction focuses on developing, proposing, conducting, and evaluating communication training and development programs.
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COMS 416 - Business and Professional Communication Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/participation.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 and COMS 330 , or permission of instructor.
This course is designed to provide for students advanced preparation in business and professional communication skills. Emphasis is placed on practical experience in designing and implementing message strategies. Subjects covered include interviewing, formal informative and persuasive presentation by individuals and groups, written message construction, interpersonal communication in the workplace, giving and receiving criticism, and presentation of oneself in professional/social settings.
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COMS 427 - Advanced Web and Multimedia Production Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture, four hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 and COMS 330 and and , or permission of instructor.
Theories of Interactivity, information presentation and virtual reality; practice in the creation of advanced interactive publications, including audio, video and hypermedia applications for web and other digital media.
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COMS 430 - Crisis Management and Communication Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 and COMS 330 and COMS 225 , or permission of instructor.
Focuses on the public relations theory, management concepts, information management, problem solving, and communication management that are central to individuals and organizations succeeding in the management of a crisis situation.
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COMS 433 - Communication and Social Change Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 and COMS 330 , or permission of instructor.
Introduction to rhetorical theory through study and analysis of selected pieces of public address or social movements.
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COMS 434 - Media Literacy Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 and , or permission of instructor.
Examination of various approaches to media criticism, including the development of critical and valuative thinking and writing related to all forms of mass media.
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COMS 439 - Communication and Leadership Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/participation.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 and COMS 330 , or permission of instructor.
An introduction to the study and practice of leadership from a communication perspective. Analysis of major theories and research in leadership with primary emphasis on application in real-world settings. Through discussions and participation in group activities, students explore leadership concepts and theories, analyze their personal leadership styles, and develop leadership communication skills.
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COMS 440 - Listening and Nonverbal Communication Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture /discussion.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 and COMS 330 or permission of instructor.
Emphasis on theoretical and practical considerations of human awareness and attention, perception and reception of auditory, visual and nonverbal codifications, processing, reception and representation of the spoken word (psycholinguistics), image formation and visualization, as well as other semiotic processes, such as kinesics, proxemics, paralinguistics, haptics, and chronemics. Explores audience reception in personal as well as mediated contexts in terms of recent developments in brain/main research and theory.
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COMS 444 - Media Management Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 and COMS 330 , or permission of instructor.
Examination of duties, responsibilities and skills necessary for efficient management of media. Emphasis placed on economic contingencies, media law, advertising, ratings, physical systems procurement and personnel decision-making.
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COMS 445 - Advanced Audio Production Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours of lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 , COMS 330 , and COMS 246 , or permission of instructor.
Instruction in advanced audio production theories and techniques. Training in the use of digital cart machines and computer-assisted editing systems; development of multi-rack mixing skills; coordination and integration of studio and computer systems; exploration of hardware and software issues relating to synchronization, sound compression and Internet publishing.
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COMS 446 - TV Studio Production Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 , COMS 330 , COMS 346 and COMS 347 , or permission of instructor.
Development of advanced skills in video production, including the operation, coordination and integration of studio equipment through computer systems. Involves theory and practice of production; direction of student video production in the studio.
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COMS 451 - Intercultural and International Communication Credits: (3)
Prerequisites: COMS 130 , COMS 330 , or permission of the instructor.
Advanced study of the issues, problems, theories and policies of intercultural and international communication in the interpersonal, group, organizational and mediated contexts.
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COMS 452 - International Film and Electronic Media Credits: (3)
Prerequisites: COMS 130 , COMS 330 , and permission of instructor.
Study of electronic media and film produced outside of the United States, including developing nations. Emphasis on aesthetic, social, cultural, economic, political and religious forces that shape media.
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COMS 457 - Diversity in Communication Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 and, COMS 330 , or permission of instructor.
The impact of ethnicity, age, gender, and other aspects of diversity on communication, particularly in organizations. This course may be used to meet requirements for the minor in Women’s Studies.
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