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ARCHIVED 2007-2008 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
ARCHIVED 2007-2008 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Communication Sciences and Disorders

  
  • CSD 698 - Seminar in Voice


    Credits: (1-3, R3)
  
  • CSD 699 - Thesis


    Credits: (3, R6)
  
  • CSD 779 - Continuing Research—Non-Thesis Option


    Credits: (1, R10)
  
  • CSD 793 - Topics in Severe Disabilities I


    Credits: (3)
  
  • CSD 794 - Topics in Severe Disabilities II


    Credits: (3)
  
  • CSD 799 - Continuing Research—Thesis Option


    Credits: (2, R24)

Communication Training and Development

  
  • CMTD 312 - Small Group Communication


    Techniques for participation in small groups, roles of group leader and participant, practice in problem-solving deliberation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: CMCR 150.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMTD 313 - Conflict Resolution


    Overview of the theories and applied techniques of conflict resolution; emphasis in acquiring specific conflict resolution skills in group, interpersonal, organizational, and intercultural contexts.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: CMCR 150.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMTD 315 - Organizational Communication


    Channels of oral communication in complex organizations and organizational influences on communication.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMTD 416 - Communication Training and Development


    This course provides an introduction to the theory, methods, and techniques of communication training and development.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: CMCR 150, 250 and 6 hours of CMTD or CMHC courses.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMTD 493 - Selected Topics in Communication Training and Development


    Study in a special interest in communication training and development.

    Credits: (3, R9)

Communication — Print Media

  
  • CMPM 302 - Reporting of Public Affairs


    Advanced reporting course on selected public affairs topics.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: CMCR 301.

    Credits: (3, R6)
  
  • CMPM 303 - Public Relations Writing


    Writing persuasive messages for selected audiences in public relations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: CMCR 301.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMPM 304 - Magazine and Feature Writing


    Writing feature material for newspapers and magazines.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: CMCR 301.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMPM 305 - Sports Writing


    Fundamentals of sports reporting for print media.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: CMCR 301.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMPM 306 - Introduction to Multimedia


    Use of computers to present and combine text, graphics, audio, and video.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMPM 401 - Editing for Communication Media


    Elements of critical thinking and analysis fundamental to the editorial process in communication media.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 301.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMPM 402 - Print Media Production


    Layout, design, and production for print media.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: CMCR 301.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMPM 403 - Association Communications


    The development and operation of effective communications programs for nonprofit organizations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 401.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMPM 404 - Desktop Publishing


    The use of personal computers and peripherals to produce publications and promotional materials.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: (3, R6)
  
  • CMPM 406 - Advanced Multimedia


    Advanced course on use of computers to present and combine text, graphics, audio, and video, with emphasis on creative student projects.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: CMPM 306 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMPM 493 - Selected Topics in Print Media


    Study in a special area of interest in print media.

    Credits: (3, R9)
  
  • CMPM 593 - Selected Topics in Print Media


    Credits: (3)

Communication—Electronic Media

  
  • BCST 352 - Writing for Broadcast


    Writing commercials, public-service announcements, station promotions, and short educational/ entertainment features for radio and television.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: CMCR 301.

    Credits: (3, R6)
  
  • BCST 354 - Radio Production I


    Practical course in the basics of digital audio production of radio commercials and programming elements for radio broadcasting.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • BCST 355 - Television Production I


    Introduction to the elements of TV broadcasting and production technology, equipment and methodology.  Minimum of 15 hours lab time per semester.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • BCST 454 - Radio Production II


    Advanced course in digital audio production for the radio broadcasting industry including multi-track commercial and programming element production.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 354.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • BCST 455 - Television Production II


    Continuation of CMEM 355 with emphasis on production, editing, and related technical/ creative skills.  Minimum of 30 hours lab time per semester required. 

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 355.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • BCST 456 - Broadcast Operations


    Principles of operations management in radio, television, and cable at the local and network levels.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 354 and 355.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • BCST 457 - Radio and Television Programming


    Techniques of programming for AM and FM radio; public and commercial television; cable and satellite operations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    354 or 355.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • BCST 458 - Broadcast Sales and Promotion


    Introduction to the skills involved in marketing and selling broadcast time and promotions.  The course includes the opportunity for professional radio marketing certification.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    354 or 355.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • BCST 459 - Broadcast News


    Finding sources of information, developing interview techniques, and writing news for radio and television; emphasis on completing tasks under deadline conditions.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    354 or 355.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMEM 250 - Basic Production Techniques


    Introduction to use of camera, lighting, sound, and editing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMEM 286 - Production Practicum I


    Students will work on independent or departmental projects.  1 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Credits: (1, R2)
  
  • CMEM 351 - Comparative Studies in Motion Pictures/TV


    Evaluative study of the motion picture and television industries from their inception to 1939; historical perspectives including techniques, government regulation and impact. 3 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: CMCR 301 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMEM 353 - Storytelling for the Screen


    Students will shoot and edit short films as they learn the basics of cinematic language.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 250 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMEM 357 - Non-linear editing


    Students will learn the art of editing from assembly through fine cut, sound and music editing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ:  353 (Storytelling for the screen) or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMEM 359 - Elements of Motion Picture Production


    Course examines how a motion picture is put together from script to final print.  Lectures plus hands-on workshops.  2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMEM 365 - Producing


    Students will learn how to produce a film project from script development, financing and legal issues through production to sales and marketing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    353.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMEM 386 - Production Practicum II


    Students will work on independent or departmental projects.  1 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    286.

    Credits: (1, R3)
  
  • CMEM 435 - Intermediate Cinematography


    This course covers intermediate techniques of cinematography and production lighting techniques.  2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 250 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMEM 450 - Directing for the Screen


    The art of directing on-screen performances.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 355.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMEM 451 - Advanced Studies in Motion Pictures and Television


    Advanced studies in technical analysis and sociological impact of motion pictures and television, 1940 to present.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 351 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMEM 460 - Directing the Documentary


    This intermediate course will teach students the theory and techniques required to direct a digitally shot and edited documentary. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 250 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMEM 461 - Advanced Directing


    Students will work in teams to write, produce and direct a narrative short building on techniques learned in CMEM 450.  2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMEM 450.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMEM 488 - Senior Project I


    Students will write and prep their senior production.  3 Lab.

    Credits: (1)
  
  • CMEM 489 - Senior Project II


    Students will shoot and complete their senior production.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    488.

    Credits: (2)
  
  • CMEM 493 - Selected Topics in Electronic Media


    Study in a special area of interest in electronic media.

    Credits: (3, R9)
  
  • CMEM 593 - Selected Topics in Electronic Media


    Credits: (3)

Communication—Human Communication

  
  • CMHC 201 - Introduction to Speech Communication


    Basic principles of communication skills and theory in interpersonal, small group, and public communication. (C3)

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMHC 300 - Foundations of Oral Communication


    Required of any undergraduate who receives two oral competence condition (OCC) marks.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMHC 314 - Advanced Professional Speaking


    Advanced principles of public communication skills as related to professional speaking.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: CMCR 250

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMHC 410 - The Rhetoric of Performance


    Overview of performance studies as an aspect of the communication discipline.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMHC 411 - Rhetorical Theory and Criticism


    Ancient and modern concepts and theories, and application to rhetorical acts.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 201.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMHC 414 - Gender Communication


    An examination of the communication behavior of women and men in different contexts; existing communication differences dealing with self-perception, information processing, verbal and nonverbal coding, images of women and men.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMHC 415 - Intercultural Communication


    Introduction to the practical application of intercultural communication theory and skills needed to manage the multicultural workplace.  (P6)

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMHC 593 - Selected Topics


    Credits: (3)

Communication—Public Relations

  
  • CMPR 360 - Introduction to Public Relations


    The study of the management function of controlling an organization’s communication with its publics.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMPR 365 - Public Relations Case Studies


    Analysis and critique of the theories, strategies and factors used in classic and contemporary public relations campaigns and programs.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 360.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMPR 400 - Crisis Communications


    Developing, following and evaluating a crisis communication plan, serving as crisis spokesperson, and communicating with the media and other publics during a crisis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: CMCR 250 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMPR 460 - Public Relations Campaigns


    Identification and analysis of organizational publics, the development of specific communication strategies to influence those publics, and the implementation and evaluation of those communication strategies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 360, 365, CMPM 303. PREQ or COREQ: CMPM 404.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CMPR 493 - Selected Topics in Public Relations


    Study in a special area of interest in public relations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 360.

    Credits: (3, R9)
  
  • CMPR 593 - Selected Topics in Public Relations


    Credits: (3)

Computer Information Systems

  
  • CIS 110 - Introduction to Computer Information Systems


    Introductory computer concepts including a brief history of computers and terms, the Windows operating system, browsers and the Internet, and microcomputer applications tools. Not open to students seeking the B.S.B.A. degree.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 195 - The Information Society at Work


    The impact of computer and telecommunications technologies on the way we work; special focus on the individual, organizational, and societal impacts of remote work arrangements.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 235 - Foundations of Information Technology


    Architecture of modern computer systems including peripherals; data communications and networking with fault-tolerant computing; language transition; operating systems software, and utilities.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 240 - Business Applications Development I


    Application of programming principles in business; flowcharting, coding, documentation, and testing; computer architecture and data representation.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 251 - Management Information Systems


    An orientation into the management of computer-based information systems for organizations and problem solving using various application software packages.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 253 - Microcomputer Applications


    Hands-on experience with word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation graphics, and the Internet. Also, hardware, e-commerce, and basic web site development.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 293 - Topics in Computer Information Systems


    Credits: (1-4, R4)
  
  • CIS 304 - Business Communications


    Application of written, oral, and interpersonal communication theory in business.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: ENGL 102.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 335 - Enterprise Technology Management


    The development, management, and planning of information technologies in the enterprise environment.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 235.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 340 - Business Applications Development II


    The study of state-of-the-art tools and techniques for developing complex business applications; Web application development; multi-tier client-server; SQL.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 240.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 389 - Cooperative Education in Information Systems


    See Cooperative Education Program.

    Credits: (1 or 3, R15)
  
  • CIS 403 - Business Research and Reports


    Identification of research problems; collecting and analyzing data; presenting findings for decisionmaking.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 440 - Advanced Business Programming Applications


    Use of advanced programming techniques to solve business problems and create windowsbased applications.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 240.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 453 - Database Management Systems


    Database processing and application development emphasizing design, implementation, and maintenance of single-user and enterprisewide databases. Design and implementation of a database application.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 340.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 455 - Computer Information Systems Analysis and Design


    Object-oriented analysis and design. Object identification, problem identification, feasibility, system requirements, prototyping, design-related activities, and formal report writing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 340.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 465 - Applications Development III


    Development of client-server business applications using enterprisewide databases and cross platform and cross product functionality and connectivity.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 453 and 455.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 466 - Small Business Computing


    Technology, software design, programming techniques, system design, and analysis related to mini- and microcomputers.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 251.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 480 - Independent Research in Information Systems


    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: CIS major; permission of department head.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 483 - Internship in Information Systems


    Supervised experience using previously studied theory. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Sophomore standing, 2.0 GPA, written application, and permission of department head. Minimum of 10 hours per week.

    Credits: (1-3, R6)
  
  • CIS 484 - Internship in Information Systems


    Supervised experience using previously studied theory. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Sophomore standing, 2.0 GPA, written application, and permission of department head. Minimum of 10 hours per week.

    Credits: (1-3, R6)
  
  • CIS 485 - Internship in Information Systems


    Supervised experience using previously studied theory. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Sophomore standing, 2.0 GPA, written application, and permission of department head. Minimum of 10 hours per week.

    Credits: (1-3, R6)
  
  • CIS 493 - Topics in Information Systems


       

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of department head.

    Credits: (1-3, R15)
  
  • CIS 605 - Managerial Communication


    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 651 - Information Systems for Competitive Advantage


    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 661 - Systems Analysis and Development


    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 662 - Database Management Systems


    Credits: (3)
  
  • CIS 682 - Research Project in Computer Information Systems


    Credits: (3, R6)
  
  • CIS 693 - Topics in Information Systems


    Credits: (1-3, R6)

Computer Science

  
  • CS 130 - Introduction to Computing


    An introduction to programming using a scripting language including variables, input/output, and conditional statements. Other topics covered at the discretion of the instructor.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CS 140 - Problem Solving and Programming for Engineers


    Problem solving, algorithm development, and program design with a focus on engineering applications.  Topics include variables, control structures, input/output, arrays.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CS 150 - Problem Solving and Programming I


    Problem solving and algorithm development using an object-based programming language: classes, selection, iteration, arrays, and generic classes. 3 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ or COREQ: MATH 146 or equivalent.

    Credits: (4)
  
  • CS 151 - Problem Solving and Programming II


    Object-oriented program development and elementary data structures: pointers and dynamic allocation, generic classes and inheritance, recursion, linked lists, stacks, and queues. 3 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Passing of 150 with at least a grade of C.

    Credits: (4)
  
  • CS 220 - Social and Ethical Issues of Computing


    Social and ethical issues of computing: privacy, computer reliability, freedom of speech, intellectual property, and computer crime.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    151.

    Credits: (1)
  
  • CS 250 - Introduction to Computer Systems


    The computer architecture and system call interfaces; assembly language programming; implementation of system calls; linking, exceptions, interrupt handling, and input/output.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 151 or both 150 and EET 331.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CS 263 - Software Engineering


    Large scale software development methodologies; software development process and life-cycle models; object-oriented analysis and design; verification and validation; planning and estimating software development efforts.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 151.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • CS 301 - High-Level Languages


    ADA, C, PROLOG, LISP, or other languages approved by the department head. (Can be repeated for credit with different languages.) Elective credit for CS majors restricted to 3 hours.

    Credits: (3, R9)
  
  • CS 320 - Computers and Society


    Brief history of computers; survey of growth of applications and current social issues to include legal issues as they relate to businesses and the individual.

    Credits: (3)
 

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