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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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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 - Introduction to Media Production Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/performance.
Provides introductory skills and knowledge in media production, including video and audio recording as well as digital editing. Students will also gain experience in basic on-camera performance skills.
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COMS 160 - Introductory Topics in Media and Communication Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Covers current topics in communication and media. Topics will vary depending on the faculty teaching the course and their area of expertise.
Note(s): May not be repeated for credit.
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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 photojournalism. Practice in the creation, editing and processing of digital images for use in various media with some emphasis on the 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 (completed with a “C” or better) 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 - Publication Planning and Design Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and laboratory.
Principles and practices in planning and producing publications such as magazines, newsletters, and newspapers for print and digital delivery. Introduces publishing tools and technologies and 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 130 (completed with a “C” or better) and COMS 146 (completed with a “C” or better); or permission of instructor.
Instruction in the fundamental theories, concepts, and practical techniques of audio production, including studio and field recording for a variety of media, which may include radio, online streaming platforms, and film.
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COMS 247 - Digital Media Writing Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (with a grade of “C” or better) and COMS 146 (with a grade of “C” or better).
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 (completed with a “C” or better), 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 (completed with a “C” or better), 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 newsgathering 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 (completed with a “C” or better) 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 (completed with a “C” or better) 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 (completed with a “C” or better), 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 332 - Argumentation and Advocacy Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/performance.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (completed with a “C” or better), and COMS 114 ; 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 (completed with a “C” or better) 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 (completed with a “C” or better) or permission of instructor.
Media and Society provides for the investigation of the impact of mass media on society; discussion of theoretical concepts, political, legal, economic, and social issues related to the production, distribution, and promotion of media is provided for in the course.
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COMS 346 - Electronic Field Production Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (completed with a “C” or better), 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 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 246 and COMS 247 , or permission of instructor.
Corequisites: COMS 346 .
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: COMS 130 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 173 , and COMS 231 ; 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 383 - Social Media Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (with a grade of “C” or higher); Junior standing or permission of instructor.
Introduces the student to the theory and practical knowledge required to create, evaluate, and implement social and mobile media campaigns. Students will develop the analytical skills needed to plan digital media campaigns within the overall strategic campaign process.
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COMS 400 - Communication Law and Ethics Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (with a grade of “C” or better) or permission of instructor.
Examination of basic legal concepts concerning communication media and communication professionals. Includes case studies from the areas of constitutional law, statutory law and regulatory agency decisions. Principles and case studies in communication ethics are 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 (with a grade of “C” or better), and COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), or permission of instructor.
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 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), 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 (completed with a “C” or better), COMS 225 , COMS 231 , COMS 330 (completed with a “C” or better), and either COMS 104 or COMS 235 , or permission of instructor.
Looks at public relations as a management function that seeks to manage the communication between an organization and its publics. It will familiarize students with some of the techniques available to them in controlling and managing the public relations function. Through the use of case studies, this class will get students thinking about the many issues facing the public relations practitioner. It also gives students practice in acting as a public relations practitioner. It is fully expected that students will use knowledge gained in earlier public relations courses as the basis for this course.
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COMS 411 - Public Relations Media and Campaigns Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (completed with a “C” or better), COMS 225 , COMS 231 , COMS 330 (completed with a “C” or better), 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 (with a grade of “C” or better) and COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), 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 (with a grade of “C” or better) and COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), 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 (completed with a “C” or better) and COMS 330 (completed with a “C” or better), 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 (with a grade of “C” or better) and COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), or permission of instructor.
This course is designed to provide for students with 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 426 - Digital Media Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (with a grade of “C” or better) and COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better).
This course focuses on developing theoretical knowledge and proficiency in the creation of various media content and distribution through social media. Students will critically examine various examples of online content and learn how to create their own audio and video podcasts, short animated pieces, and web sites. Students will learn how to promote their media through various social media such as Facebook, Twitter, and other large online communities. Current readings on theoretical and practical perspectives on creation and consumption of digital media, including social media, will be reviewed through blog posts. Development of a web site with links to social media will give students more web site design skills as well as provide an active portfolio for their work.
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COMS 427 - Digital Training Tools Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture, four hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 226 , COMS 326 ; or permission of instructor.
Provides learners with the knowledge and skills to develop and implement digital training solutions for diverse learning environments. Attention will be given to applying best practices based on current standards.
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COMS 430 - Crisis Management and Communication Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (completed with a “C” or better) and COMS 330 (completed with a “C” or better) 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 (with a grade of “C” or better) and COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), 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 (with a grade of “C” or better) and (with a grade of “C” or better), 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 (with a grade of “C” or better) and COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), 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 (with a grade of “C” or better) and COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better) 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 (with a grade of “C” or better) and COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), 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 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), 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 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), 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 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), 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 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), 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 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), 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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COMS 459 - Communication in Conflict Management Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion/field experience.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (with a grade of “C” or better) and COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), or permission of instructor.
Addresses the nature of conflict between people as it is manifested in communicative interaction in varied contexts, within individuals, between individuals, between groups, and between organizational and social entities. It deals with both competitive and, especially, cooperative communication genres as well as strategies of conflict intervention and mediation.
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COMS 460 - Special Topics Credits: (1-4)
Instructional Method: One- to four-hour(s) lecture/performance.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (with a grade of “C” or better) and COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), or permission of instructor.
Emphasis on selected topics in communication not covered in current course offerings.
Note(s): Can be taken more than once for a maximum of 12 hours credit.
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COMS 461 - Orientation to Study Abroad Credits: (1-3)
Instructional Method: One to three hours seminar.
Prerequisites: Enrollment in a School of Communication study abroad program.
Designed as a preparation for school of communication study abroad trips. Topics covered may include: academic preparation and behavioral expectations as well as culture, safety, health, packing, and finances.
Note(s): May be repeated for a total of up to 3 credit hours.
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COMS 465 - Communication and Health Care Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/discussion.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (completed with a “C” or better) and COMS 330 (completed with a “C” or better), or permission of instructor.
Survey of research findings and theoretic models relevant to communication practices and health care at interpersonal, group, organizational and social levels.
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COMS 473 - Advertising Production Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 173 , COMS 226 , COMS 231 , COMS 330 (with a “C” or higher), or permission of the instructor.
Advertising design and production for print, broadcast and digital media.
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COMS 481 - Journalism Portfolio Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture and lab.
Prerequisites: COMS 104 , COMS 130 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 204 , COMS 146 or COMS 236 , COMS 304 , COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), or permission of instructor.
Provides specific, directed activity for completion and evaluation of portfolio and resume material for advanced students in journalism.
Note(s): May be repeated, but no more than 9 hours of COMS 481 may be taken for credit.
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COMS 482 - Production Technology Portfolio Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Four hours of lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 146 , COMS 246 , COMS 247 , COMS 346 , COMS 347 , and COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better); or permission of instructor.
Provides specific, directed activity for completion and evaluation of portfolio and resume material for advanced students in Production Technology.
Note(s): May be repeated, but no more than 9 hours of COMS 482 may be taken for credit.
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COMS 483 - Advertising Campaigns Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Four hours of lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 173 , COMS 223 , COMS 226 , COMS 231 , COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 373 , and COMS 473 , or permission of instructor.
Provides specific, directed activity for advanced students in advertising production planning, and other experiential learning.
Note(s): May be repeated, but no more than 9 hours of COMS 483 may be taken for credit.
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COMS 484 - Data Visualization for Communications Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours of lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites: (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 226 , COMS 326 , COMS 427 , or permission of the instructor.
Provides learners with the knowledge and skills to create data visualizations using a variety of tools and processes. Infographics, interactive web tools, and animation software will be utilized to create visualizations for mobile and web.
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COMS 488 - Final Honors Project Credits: (3)
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), Enrollment in the Honors Academy, completion of all other Honors Academy requirements, a minimum of 3.5 GPA in all courses and in Communication.
Project and topic to be determined by the student, the faculty member with whom the student works, and the School. 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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COMS 493 - Corporate and Industrial Video Production Credits: (3)
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 346 , or permission of instructor.
Preparation, planning, writing and production of video programs within corporate and industrial environments. Definition of external and internal program needs, development of training objectives, research proposals; directing of video projects, management of postproduction packaging and distribution; legal contracts and responsibilities.
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COMS 498 - Independent Study Credits: (1-6)
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better) or permission of instructor.
See “Independent Study .”
Note(s): No more than six hours of Independent Study may be taken toward graduation. May be taken for honors credit with permission of the Honors Program. May be taken for letter grade or pass/fail. Independent Study course proposals must be approved by the School of Communication Curriculum Committee prior to the deadline for adding courses, during the term in which the study is to be undertaken.
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COMS 499 - Communication Internship Credits: (1-6)
Prerequisites: COMS 130 (with a grade of “C” or better), COMS 330 (with a grade of “C” or better), and any one of the following: COMS 235 , COMS 104 , COMS 223 , COMS 247 , or permission of instructor; 75 hours of college credit completed, and in good academic standing with a minimum of 2.0 GPA in the major. The instructor must approve a written internship proposal, and a signed formal agreement with the internship site supervisor must be on file in the Registrar’s Office and the School of Communication.
The internship is a capstone experience in which students apply knowledge and skill learned in the classroom under the supervision of a communication professional in an approved organization. Applications and policy statements are available from the instructor and on the School of Communication website. Students must consult with their academic advisor before applying and interviewing for internships, obtain school approval, and meet application deadlines.
Note(s): For a complete listing of graduate courses, refer to the Radford University Graduate Catalog.
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COSD 221 - Introduction to American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf Culture Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Introduces students to American Sign Language and to the culture and literature of the deaf community.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for both COSD 221 and ASL 221.
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COSD 225 - Communication Processes, Development, and Disorders. Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Introduces students to professions that serve persons with communication disorders with the causes, nature, symptoms, and management of speech, language, and hearing disorders. Information regarding the normal speech, language, and hearing processes will also be reviewed. Information regarding the referral process, identification, and prevention will also be covered.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for both EDSP 225 and COSD 225.
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COSD 301 - Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech/Language/Hearing Mechanism Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Study of the anatomy and physiology of the speech/language/hearing mechanism.
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COSD 315 - Language Science Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
This course will serve as an intermediate study of human language processing and performance, the rules governing language in various modalities, and the use and variations of language in society.
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COSD 316 - Hearing Science Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Introduction to the study of the physics of sound, anatomy and physiology of the auditory system, and psychoacoustics.
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COSD 323 - Speech Science Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Introduction to the theories and models of speech production and perception, acoustic and physiological measures of speech, and the role breakdowns in the normal speech production process have on various speech disorders.
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COSD 330 - Introduction to Audiology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Provides the anatomical, physiological, embryologic, developmental and acoustic foundations for the study of hearing screening procedures, hearing evaluation measures, and measures of hearing handicap. Students will learn about auditory disorders common to all ages and related medical and non-medical management approaches. Students will be exposed to basic hearing conservation and prevention of hearing loss. Selected hearing screening procedures and use of a wide range of clinical equipment, including amplification and sensory devices, will be addressed.
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COSD 401 - Neuroanatomy in Communication Disorders Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
An in-depth study of the neurological structures and functions related to normal speech, language, and hearing processes and communication disorders.
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COSD 403 - Public School Methods in a Diverse Society Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
A study of clinical delivery and administration of services to the communicatively disordered children and adolescents in the culturally diverse school setting, including current regulations and issues.
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COSD 416 - Topics in Speech-Language-Hearing Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Specialized knowledge in speech-language pathology and/or audiology relevant to the prevention, assessment and/or intervention for communication disorders will be offered. Topics will vary, but may include speech and language disorders, central auditory processing disorders, and cognitive disorders.
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COSD 421 - Language Development: Birth to Five Years Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
A study of normal language development from birth through five years of age.
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COSD 422 - Audiologic Rehabilitation Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: COSD 330 or enrollment in the Teacher of Hearing Impaired certification program.
An in-depth study of sensory devices and intervention approaches for children with hearing loss.
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COSD 425 - Later Language Development Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
A study of spoken and written language development during the school years and into adulthood.
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COSD 438 - Phonetics Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Introduction to phonetic principles; transcription using the International Phonetic Alphabet.
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COSD 454 - Speech Language Disorders: Prevention and Assessment Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Introduction to clinical practice in communication disorders. Emphasis on prevention, ethics, and assessment measures. A minimum of 5 hours of supervised clinical observation is required.
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COSD 455 - Speech-Language Disorders: Intervention Methods and Application Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Introduction to clinical practice in communication disorders. Emphasis on basic skills, ethics, and intervention. A minimum of 15 hours of supervised clinical observation is required.
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COSD 459 - Introduction to Articulation and Phonology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Students will learn foundation material relevant to speech sound development, production, and disorders. This includes, but is not limited to: characteristics of the speech sounds used by English language speakers, normal acquisition of speech sound development, recognition of how sounds are influenced by human anatomy and physiology, understanding of how phonological development and knowledge may impact perceptual correlates of speech, and an appreciation of how speech is influenced by one’s culture or linguistic experiences.
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COSD 488 - Final Honors Project Credits: (3)
Prerequisites: Completion of COSD Core Curriculum requirements; enrollment in Honors Academy: completion of all other Honors Academy requirements; minimum 3.5 GPA in all courses and in COSD.
To earn a bachelor’s degree with honors, a COSD student must conduct a faculty-directed research professional inquiry project. In order to receive honors credit, a student must earn a grade of “A” or “B” for the final project. Course may not be repeated or retaken.
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COSD 498 - Independent Study Credits: (1-6)
Subject to approval of the Communication Sciences and Disorders Department the semester before it is to be taken. Students may take no more than two Independent Studies, with no more than three hours of credit per study. See “Independent Study .”
Note(s): For descriptions of graduate courses, consult the Radford University Graduate Catalog.
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Core Foundations |
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CORE 101 - Essentials of Written and Oral Communication Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Introduction to college-level reading, writing, and speaking, with attention given to the writing process, genre, style, audience, and standard written English. The course will also introduce students to basic oral communication skills.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in University Core A.
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CORE 102 - Advanced Written and Oral Communication Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: CORE 101 .
Further development of students’ writing and speaking skills with attention to applied critical thinking and information literacy. This course will reinforce and develop basic elements of reasoning and critical thinking and their use in persuasive communication. Students will develop competency in information literacy and will learn the basic mechanics of public speaking by making oral presentations.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in University Core A.
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CORE 201 - Topics in Critical Inquiry Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: CORE 102 or HNRS 103 .
Further development of students’ skills in critical thinking, including how to recognize, analyze, and evaluate arguments in written and oral communication. Students will continue to develop competency in information literacy as they create their own persuasive arguments.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in University Core A. Students cannot receive credit for both CORE 201 and any CORE 201 equivalent.
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CORE 202 - Topics in Ethical Inquiry Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: CORE 201 .
Further development in students’ skills in critical thinking, information literacy, and written and oral communication. This course includes a broad introduction to ethical theories and methods of ethical reasoning. Students will strengthen their skills in the recognition, analysis, and evaluation of written and oral arguments. Students will work in teams to effectively solve ethical problems or dilemmas.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in University Core A. Students cannot receive credit for both CORE 202 and any CORE 202 equivalent.
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Counselor Education |
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COED 260 - Seminar in Career Development Credits: (2)
Instructs students in educational and occupational development and leads toward vocational maturity through presentations and discussions of varied topics, including current aspects of young adult development, educational and career awareness and decision-making.
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COED 270 - Student-Athlete Career Education and Development Seminar Credits: (2)
Designed to provide student athletes with a career educational approach that will lead to increased understanding of career development, educational and career awareness, and career decision-making.
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COED 280 - Introduction to the Concepts, Process and Practice of Mindfulness Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
The purpose of the course is to introduce and provide students with a fundamental understanding of mindfulness through the study of theory, practice, neuroscience and science of mindfulness, self-awareness, self-regulation and understanding. The course will offer opportunities to cultivate these skills in students’ daily lives with opportunities applicable to academic/professional interest areas.
Note(s): May be repeated for an additional 3 hours credit.
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COED 290 - Selected Topics in Counselor Education Credits: (2-3)
Two or three hours of lecture/seminar or lecture/seminar/experiential with selected topics in counselor education examined in-depth. A specific course syllabus will be available when the course is offered. A student may take this course for credit more than once provided the topic is different each time.
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COED 450 - Resident Assistant Training Credits: (2)
A course which examines students throughout their first semester of higher education as they acclimate to the university environment by focusing on models of student development theory, personal management techniques, and methods of classroom instruction. This course will examine who first-semester students are, and what academic and personal issues they will confront during their transition to higher education. The course will instruct student leaders on various models of classroom management techniques to be used within the UNIV 100 classroom, and will develop mentoring skills through assessment of leadership abilities.
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COED 461 - Highlander Internship Credits: (1-3)
Prerequisites: Approval of department chair.
This class is structured to expose students to a first supervised work experience that will help confirm their choice of major and potential career field. Students will gain an understanding of the relationship between their academic field and work opportunities post graduation, and identify and develop skills/experiences that are necessary to secure employment in the field. Interns will engage with community- based organizations in direct service. Leaders and scholars from non-profit and voluntary organizations, government, and business will introduce concepts, perspectives, and strategies critical to revitalizing and sustaining communities of place. Organizing themes include: environmental sustainability, social justice and diversity, health and wellness, hunger and food security, and community development. The internship may be repeated for up to 6 hours with different objectives during the second semester.
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Criminal Justice |
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CRJU 100 - Introduction to Criminal Justice Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Survey of the American criminal justice system and processes. Crime, criminal law, law enforcement, prosecution, adjudication, corrections and juvenile justice.
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CRJU 210 - Juvenile Justice Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Covers the study and function of the juvenile justice system, the process within the system, and the youth who become involved in these processes.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for both CRJU 210 and CRJU 410.
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CRJU 233 - Courts and the Criminal Process Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
An examination of the steps in the process followed in most criminal courts and the legal rules relating to each step. The manner in which judges are selected in the American legal system and the organization of state and federal courts will also be examined.
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