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CHEM 4000 - Chemistry Senior Seminar Credit Hours 1
Prerequisite: CHEM 3520 /3521 with grades of “C” or higher and permission of instructor
Effective Spring 2020: CHEM 2000 and CHEM 3520 /3521 with grades of “C” or higher and permission of instructor
Description: Review of major areas of chemistry, visiting chemists’ presentations, student research presentations. To be completed in spring or fall of the calendar year of the student’s graduation date.
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CHEM 4140 - Chemical and Laboratory Safety Credit Hours 3
Cross Listed: CHEM 5140;
Prerequisite: CHEM 1120 /1121 with a grade of “C” or higher or permission of instructor;
Description: An overview of best practices to minimize incidents in a laboratory setting. Topics include federal, state, and local regulations, measures for the prevention of laboratory incidents, and general chemical knowledge as it pertains to risk assessment and prevention.
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CHEM 4150 - Data Analysis Credit Hours 3
Cross Listed: CHEM 5150;
Prerequisite: CHEM 1120 /1121 with grades of “C” or higher or permission of instructor;
Description: Theory and applications of advanced chemical analysis. Sampling methods, experimental design, Excel analysis, case studies, large and small data sets, utilizing data to teach statistical analysis and error, noise processing, data interpretation, and communication of results.
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CHEM 4240 - Advanced Analytical Chemistry Credit Hours 3
Cross Listed: CHEM 5240/5241 (see graduate bulletin for description);
Prerequisite: CHEM 3220 /3221 , 3610 /3611 and (PHYS 2020 /2021 or 2120 /2121 ) with grades of “C” or higher
Corequisite: CHEM 4241 ;
Description: Theory and practice of analytical instrument design. Circuits, test equipment, semiconductors, digital electronics, data acquisition, and computer programming. Design application examples in electrochemistry, spectroscopy or chromateography.
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CHEM 4241 - Advanced Analytical Chemistry Lab Credit Hours 1
Cross Listed: CHEM 5240/5241 (see graduate bulletin for description);
Prerequisite: CHEM 3220/3221, 3610/3611 and (PHYS 2020/2021 or 2120/2121 ) with grades of “C” or higher
Corequisite: CHEM 4240
Description: Laboratory component for the theory and practice of analytical instrument design. Circuits, test equipment, semiconductors, digital electronics, data acquisition, and computer programming. Design application examples in electrochemistry, spectroscopy or chromateography.
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CHEM 4300 - Brief Biochemistry Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: CHEM 3500 /3501 or 3510 /3511 with a grade of “C” or higher;
Effective Spring 2020: CHEM 3500 /3501 or CHEM 3520 /3511 with a grade of “C” or higher
Corequisite: CHEM 4301
Description: Designed for students in the allied health fields. Cellular processes including catalysis, metabolism, bioenergetics, and biochemical genetics.
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CHEM 4301 - Brief Biochemistry Lab Credit Hours 1
Prerequisite: CHEM 3500 /3501 or 3510 /3511 with a grade of “C” or higher;
Effective Spring 2020: CHEM 3500 /3501 or CHEM 3520 /3521 with a grade of “C” or higher
Corequisite: CHEM 4300 ;
Description: Laboratory component designed for students in the allied health fields. Cellular processes including catalysis, metabolism, bioenergetics, and biochemical genetics.
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CHEM 4310 - Biochemistry I Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: CHEM 3520 /3511 and (BIOL 1010 /1011 or 1110 /1111 ) with grades of “C” or higher;
Effective Spring 2020: CHEM 3520 / 3521 and BIOL 1110 / 1111 with grades of “C” or higher
Corequisite: CHEM 4311 ;
Description: The structure/function relationship of biomolecules, enzyme catalysis, bioenergetics, and regulatory mechanisms.
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CHEM 4311 - Biochemistry I Lab Credit Hours 1
Prerequisite: CHEM 3520 /3511 and (BIOL 1010 /1011 or 1110 /1111 ) with grades of “C” or higher;
Effective Spring 2020: CHEM 3520 /3521 and BIOL 1110 / 1111 with grades of “C” or higher
Corequisite: CHEM 4310 ;
Description: Laboratory component for the structure/function relationship of biomolecules, enzyme catalysis, bioenergetics, and regulatory mechanisms.
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CHEM 4320 - Biochemistry II Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: CHEM 4310 /4311 with a grade of “C” or higher;
Corequisite: CHEM 4321 ;
Description: Continuation of CHEM 4310, examination of intermediary metabolism focusing on the processes of chemical transformation and regulation.
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CHEM 4321 - Biochemistry II Lab Credit Hours 1
Prerequisite: CHEM 4310 /4311 with a grade of “C” or higher;
Corequisite: CHEM 4320 ;
Description: Laboratory component that is a continuation of 4310, examination of intermediary metabolism focusing on the processes of chemical transformation and regulation.
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CHEM 4340 - Advanced Biochemistry Credit Hours 4
Prerequisite: CHEM 4320 with a grade of “C” or higher
Description: Biochemical literature, special topics in biochemistry, and the principle and techniques of experimental biochemistry.
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CHEM 4350 - Physical Biochemistry Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: CHEM 3610 /3611 , 4320 /4321 with grades of “C” or higher;
Corequisite: CHEM 4351 ;
Description: Classical physical chemistry topics, focusing on applications relevant to the life sciences.
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CHEM 4351 - Physical Biochemistry Lab Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 3610 /3611 , 4320 /4321 with grades of “C” or higher;
Corequisite: CHEM 4350 ;
Description: Laboratory component for classical physical chemistry topics, focusing on applications relevant to the life sciences.
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CHEM 4360 - Biochemical Toxicology Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: CHEM 3520 /3521 and (two upper division biology or biochemistry courses) with all grades of “C” or higher;
Description: A lecture course that introduces students to the different areas of study in toxicology with an emphasis on biochemical toxicology, current toxicological research methods, and critical analysis of research papers. Students should expect a required weekend field trip during the semester.
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CHEM 4380 - Independent Study Credit Hours 1
Description: Independent study
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CHEM 4440 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: CHEM 3440 /3441 and 3610 /3611 ; (CHEM 3220 /3221 strongly recommended) with grades of “C” or higher;
Corequisite: CHEM 4441 ;
Description: Bonding and structure; coordination chemistry including stereo chemistry, magnetism, spectra, synthesis, and reaction mechanisms; metallic bonding; and bioinorganic applications.
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CHEM 4441 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Lab Credit Hours 1
Prerequisite: CHEM 3440 /3441 and 3610 /3611 ; (CHEM 3220 /3221 strongly recommended) with grades of “C” or higher;
Corequisite: CHEM 4440 ;
Description: Laboratory component for bonding and structure; coordination chemistry including stereo chemistry, magnetism, spectra, synthesis, and reaction mechanisms; metallic bonding; and bioinorganic applications.
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CHEM 4460 - Materials Chemistry Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: CHEM 3510 /3511 with a grade of “C” or higher;
Corequisite: CHEM 4461 ;
Description: The chemistry of metals, ceramics, polymers, composites, and nanomaterials, structure of solids; properties of materials; phase diagrams; application and processing of materials.
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CHEM 4461 - Materials Chemistry Lab Credit Hours 1
Prerequisite: CHEM 3510 /3511 with a grade of “C” or higher;
Corequisite: CHEM 4460 ;
Description: Laboratory component for the chemistry of metals, ceramics, polymers, composites, and nanomaterials, structure of solids; properties of materials; phase diagrams; application and processing of materials.
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CHEM 4540 - Organic Spectroscopy Credit Hours 4
Prerequisite: CHEM 3220 /3221 , 3520 3521 , 3610 /3611 with grades of “C” or higher
Description: Theory, use, and interpretation of spectroscopic data from FT-IR, GC-MS 1-D and 2-D multi nuclear FTNMR, and UV-VIS.
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CHEM 4550 - Advanced Organic Chemistry Credit Hours 3
Cross Listed: CHEM 5550/5551 (see graduate bulletin for description)
Prerequisite: CHEM 3520 /3521 and 3610 /3611 with grades of “C” or higher;
Effective Spring 2020: CHEM 3520 / 3521 with grades of “C” or higher
Corequisite: CHEM 4551 ;
Description: Advanced studies of bonding, stereo chemistry, acids and bases, mechanisms, and effects of structure on reactivity as related to organic reactions. Includes an in-depth study of organic reactions.
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CHEM 4551 - Advanced Organic Chemistry Lab Credit Hours 1
Cross Listed: CHEM 5550/5551 (see graduate bulletin for description)
Prerequisite: CHEM 3520 /3521 and 3610 /3611 with grades of “C” or higher;
Effective Spring 2020: CHEM 3520 / 3521 with grades of “C” or higher
Corequisite: CHEM 4550 ;
Description: Laboratory component for the advanced studies of bonding, stereo chemistry, acids and bases, mechanisms, and effects of structure on reactivity as related to organic reactions. Includes an in-depth study of organic reactions.
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CHEM 4750 - Analytical Method Development Credit Hours 1
Prerequisite: CHEM 3210 /3211 with a grade of “C” or higher;
Corequisite: CHEM 4751 ;
Description: An in-depth treatment of the development and validation of methods used in chemical analysis. Quantitative and qualitative methods involving both wet chemistry and instrumentation will be used, integrating the concepts of quality control, statistical methods, record keeping and regulatory compliance.
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CHEM 4751 - Analytical Method Development Lab Credit Hours 2
Prerequisite: CHEM 3210 /3211 with a grade of “C” or higher;
Corequisite: CHEM 4750 ;
Description: Laboratory component of an in-depth treatment of the development and validation of methods used in chemical analysis. Quantitative and qualitative methods involving both wet chemistry and instrumentation will be used, integrating the concepts of quality control, statistical methods, record keeping and regulatory compliance.
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CHEM 4790 - Chemistry Internship Credit Hours 1 to 3
Variable Credit Hours 1 to 3
Prerequisite: CHEM 3520 /3521 and (BIOL 1010 /1011 or 1110 /1111 ) with grades of “C” or higher;
Corequisite: CHEM 4311
Description: Internship experience providing practical exposure and experience. Student will be assigned to a departmentally approved laboratory for a pre-determined time period, which will dictate the amount of credit earned. The host laboratory may require background checks and drug screening of student interns.
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CHEM 4840 - Selected Topics in Chemistry Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: CHEM 1120 /1121 or CHEM 1840 with a grade of “C” or higher and permission of instructor
Effective Spring 2020: CHEM 1120 /1121 with a grade of “C” or higher and permission of instructor
Description: Advanced topics in chemistry for majors and minors. May be repeated for up to 12 hours.
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CHEM 4860 - Scientific Communication Credit Hours 3
Cross Listed: CHEM 5860
Prerequisite: CHEM 1120 /CHEM 1121 with grades of “C” or higher, or permission of instructor.
Description: Overview of written, visual, and oral methods of science communication; major sources of scientific information and procedures for their efficient use. Focus will be on writing papers, proposals, and presentations targeting both scientific and non-scientific audiences.
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CHEM 4941 - Elements of Research Credit Hours 1 to 3
Variable Credit Hours 1 to 3
Prerequisite: permission of instructor (also CHEM 2941 recommended)
Description: Independent original research on individual projects; chemical literature review and presentation of results. May be repeated until project is completed; however, approval of department chair is required for more than eight hours.
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CHEM 4990 - Research Thesis Credit Hours 1
Prerequisite: CHEM 4941 and permission of instructor
Description: Preparation of a thesis and oral presentation of original research. Thesis must follow the guidelines of the ACS Style Guide and the Chemistry Department, and will be evaluated by a committee which will include the department chair or his/her degree.
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CHIN 1010 - Elementary Chinese I Credit Hours 4
Description: Introduction to Chinese language and culture with emphasis on oral communication. Extensive practice in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
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CHIN 1020 - Elementary Chinese II Credit Hours 4
Prerequisite: CHIN 1010
Description: Introduction to Chinese language and culture with emphasis on oral communication. Extensive practice in reading, writing, and listening.
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CHIN 2010 - Intermediate Chinese I Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: CHIN 1020 or permission of instructor
Description: A comprehensive review of Chinese along with extensive reading, close textual examination and discussion of representative works of Chinese literature.
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CHIN 2020 - Intermediate Chinese II Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: CHIN 2010 or permission of instructor
Description: A comprehensive review of Chinese along with extensive reading, close textural examination and discussion of representative works of Chinese literature.
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CLAS 2010 - English Words from Latin and Greek Credit Hours 3
Course Changes: New course to begin Spring 2017.
Description: Origin and derivation of words from Latin and Greek roots, prefixes, and suffixes most frequently found in the English language. Exercises to increase vocabulary and aid comprehension. Attention also given tothe colorful word play and figurative language that makes English such a rich, evocative language. No foreign language prerequisites.
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CLAS 2110 - Medical and Scientific Terms Credit Hours 3
Description: This course presents the Greek and Latin roots that are used in various combinations in medical and scientific terminology. The course is designed to assist students primarily in the medical fields, especially those who will be enrolled in Anatomy and Physiology, as well as those in pre-pharmacy and other similar programs, and will also be of use to others studying scientific fields.
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CLAS 3210 - Greek Literature in Translation Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2330
Description: A study of the major writers of ancient Greece in English translation. Topics may include various genres, judging translations, and the post-classical life of ancient Greek literature.
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CLAS 3220 - Latin Literature in Translation Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2330
Description: A study of major writers of ancient Rome in English translation. Topics may include various genres, judging translations, and the post-classical life of ancient Latin literature.
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CLAS 3240 - The Classical Tradition in English Poetry Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2330
Description: A study of the various poetic styles and traditions of Classical Greece and Rome and how they influenced the course of English poetry. Topics include ancient theories of poetry, examples of ancient poems, and specific English poets and poems from Chaucer to the twentieth century.
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CLAS 3310 - Greek Mythology Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2330
Description: A study of the major myths of ancient Greece and Rome. Topics include the interpretation of myth, differences among myths, legends, and folktales, and the use of myth after the Classical period.
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CLAS 3330 - The Odyssey in Western Literature Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2330 ;
Description: A study of the western literary tradition as it interacts with Homer’s Odyssey. Works from various literary eras and western civilizations will be read. Reading list may include works like Joyce’s Ulysses, Walcott’s
Omeros, Atwood’s Penelopiad, and other ancient sources.
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CLAS 3400 - Greek Archaeology Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2330
Description: An introduction to the archaeology of ancient Greece, with attention to sites from the Neolithic period through the Hellenistic period. Topics covered include developments in art and architecture, as well as, the history of archaeological thought. Includes visits to sites when taught in Greece.
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CLAS 3410 - Greek and Roman Religion Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2330 ;
Description: Introduction to religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Greeks and Romans, concentrating on Athens in the fifth and fourth centuries B.C. and Rome in the 1st centuries B.C. and A.D., and exploring cult practices in other periods and areas under Greek or Roman influence, including early Christianity. Major deities, rituals, festivals, cults, sanctuaries, and their context within civic life. Knowledge of Greek and/or Latin language not required.
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CLAS 3420 - Roman Archaeology Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2330
Description: Major archaeological sites of Italy from earliest times to the empire with a focus on the monuments and topography of Rome. The development of archaeology in Italy, and the history of archaeological thought are also studied. Includes visits to sites when taught in Italy.
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CLAS 3430 - Roman Religion Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2330
Description: Introduction to religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Romans from the late Republic through the first centuries of the Empire. Major deities, rituals, festivals, cults, sanctuaries, of the Roman people; emperor cult; the emergence of Eastern cult. Knowledge of Latin not required.
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CLAS 3510 - Sport in the Ancient World Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2330
Description: A history of the development of athletics in ancient Greece and Rome. Topics may include major athletic festivals, sites connected with athletics, the events, the literature of sport, and the politics of sport.
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CLAS 3520 - Women in Antiquity Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2330
Description: A study of women in the ancient Greek and Roman world through library, art historical, and archaeological material.
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CLAS 3530 - Race and Ethnicity in the Ancient Greco-Roman World Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2330 ;
Description: An introduction to how the Greeks and Romans articulated the concepts of race and ethnicity in their societies according to genetic, cultural, and environmental categories, and how they organized their social world according to these ideas. All readings, including ancient source material, are in English.
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CLAS 3610 - Greek Civilization Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2330
Description: A study of the daily life and social systems of ancient Greece, with a focus on Athens in the 5th century B.C. but with attention also given to rural areas and other city-states. Topics include government, sport, family life, slavery, science, mathematics, law, cult, etc. All readings in English.
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CLAS 3620 - Roman Civilization Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2330
Description: A study of the daily life and social systems of Ancient Rome and the Roman Empire. Topics may include government, sport, family life, slavery, science, law, travel, religion, etc. All readings are in English.
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CLAS 4100 - The Ancient Greco-Roman World Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2330 ; or approval of instructor
Description: An introduction to how Greeks, Romans, and Near Eastern peoples theorized, constructed, and maneuvered in their cities. Topics will include ancient urban planning; the concept of the city in literature, philosophy, and law; and archaeological evidence for how cities were lived in. All readings are in English.
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CLAS 4900 - Topics in Classical Studies Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2330
Description: This course will offer an in-depth exploration of a particular topic or idea in Classics. Examples of possible offerings would be paleography, epigraphy, urban life in antiquity, the Aegean Bronze Age, and so on. This course may be repeated to three times for a maximum of nine (9) hours of credit.
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COMM 409A - Special Topics in Communication Credit Hours 3
Description: Selected topics of interest to students concerning their studies in Broadcast Media or Sports Broadcasting.
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COMM 425A - Broadcasting Practicum Credit Hours 1
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor prior to registration
Description: Special production projects in the radio or video studio to complement academic study in radio and television. Pass/Fail.
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COMM 426A - Communication Practicum Credit Hours 1
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Description: Special audio or video production projects or professional communicator experiences in a campus setting which complement study in radio, television/cable, public relations, and corporate communication. Pass/Fail.
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COMM 480A - Independent Study in Mass Communication Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: Communication Arts majors only with permission of instructor
Description: Supervised readings and research projects in selected areas of communication. Open only to Communication Arts students with permission of the instructor.
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COMM 490A - Communication Internship Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: Communication Arts majors only. Upper division standing and permission of instructor required prior to registration
Description: Practical experience in a professional communication medium to augment classroom activity intended for advanced students. Students are required to document internship activities according to department policy.
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COMM 499 A, B - Special Topic in Communication Credit Hours 3 each
Description: Selected topics of interest to students concerning their studies in Broadcast Media or Sports Broadcasting.
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COMM 499A - Special Topics in Communication Credit Hours 3
Description: Selected topics of interest to students concerning their studies in Broadcast Media or Sports Broadcasting.
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COMM 1110 - Media and Social Institutions Credit Hours 3
Description: The historical development and current status of mass media are explored from a consumer’s point of view with the goal of media literacy. Students develop global perspectives by encountering issues dealing with the relationship of the mass media to education, society, politics, economics, religion, family, and the individual.
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COMM 1200 - Introduction to Mass Communication Credit Hours 3
Description: Designed to introduce the student to the mass media. Course explores media as institutions in American society.
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COMM 1400 - Introduction to Public Relations Credit Hours 3
Description: History, function, and practice of public relations with emphasis on persuasion, public opinion, mass media and their application to public relations.
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COMM 1600 - Introduction to Popular Culture Credit Hours 3
Description: Introduction to the basic theories and approaches to the study of popular culture, including the various media, literature, music, folklore, culture, society and everyday life.
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COMM 1900 - Introduction to Event Planning Credit Hours 3
Description: This is course is a comprehensive introduction to the meeting and event planning industry. The course includes researching, designing, organizing and assessing events and meetings.
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COMM 2000 - Media Writing Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1110 ; ENGL 1010 with a grade of “C” or higher, ENGL 1020
Description: Beginning media writing course for media communication. Introduces skills associated with in media writing, grammar, media style and information gathering for journalism and communication media
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COMM 2010 - Introduction to Corporate Communication Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1200
Description: An introduction to corporate communication including a focus on status, development, essential writing styles, and the role of advertising, branding, marketing communication, and public relations in today’s communication industry.
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COMM 2045 - Public Speaking Credit Hours 3
Description: Public speaking principles with emphasis on preparation and presentation of informative and persuasive speeches.
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COMM 2090 - Interpersonal Communication Credit Hours 3
Description: Communications’ role in interpersonal relationships with emphasis on the application of theory in dyadic situations.
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COMM 2140 - Principles of Radio and Television Production Credit Hours 3
Description: Operation and function of radio and television stations. Experience in production procedures in studios of university stations with emphasis on program preparation, design and performance.
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COMM 2150 - Broadcast Regulations and Practice Credit Hours 1
Description: An examination of broadcast regulation as it applies to the operation and practices of over-the-air media. This course is required for all communication majors or minors interested in working at station WAPX-FM.
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COMM 2160 - Professional Communication Production Credit Hours 3
Description: Provides students with an over-view of various types of media production necessary for a successful career in Professional Communication fields. In addition to the basic skills needed for audio, video and podcasting, this
course will also cover photojournalism, media imaging, digital publishing, social media production including web design, blogging, and vlogging.
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COMM 2170 - Introduction to Sports Communication Credit Hours 3
Description: Students learn the structure, strategies, and techniques of sports communication, which serves the dual role as journalism and entertainment. The course considers different content and tyles of radio and television sportscasting. assignments include broadcast coverage of athletic events and subsequent critique.
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COMM 2200 - Sports Interviewing and Writing Credit Hours 3
Description: The course explores the sports interview. Students will examine theoretical and practical issues related to interviewing coaches, players, administrators, and others related to the sports industry.
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COMM 2310 - Small Group Communication Credit Hours 3
Description: The nature of communication processes occurring in a small group setting. Focus will be given to decision-making in groups; gathering, assessing, and using information; leadership and power; and resolving conflict.
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COMM 2400 - Writing for the Electronic Media Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1200 , ENGL 1020
Description: This course will cover formats and techniques of writing for the broadcast media. The course will discuss writing copy for the electronic media including general continuity, commercials, and information related copy such as public service announcements and editorials.
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COMM 2720 - Introduction to the Internet Credit Hours
Description: This course provides students with an orientation to the Internet as an everyday communication tool, medium impacting society, and high technology communication industry.
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COMM 2920 - Photojournalism Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1200
Description: Provides students with skills in the storytelling function of journalism.
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COMM 2930 - Media Imaging Credit Hours 3
Description: Students are introduced to media imaging software and applications for creating, editing, and compressing electronic images. Student then work with media imaging software in laboratory sessions to create projects and edit images for web design, print and web journalism, broadcast media, public relations, and media technology.
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COMM 3010 - Integrated Corporate Communication Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: COMM 2010 or COMM 1200 , ENGL 1010 with a “C” or higher, ENGL 1020
Description: This course explores various types of integrated marketing communication used in corporate America in the 21st Century to deliver brand differentiation, identity, and value through the online media channels.
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COMM 3090 - International Communication Credit Hours 3
Description: This course offers international perspectives to students in communication.
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COMM 3100 - Desktop Publishing Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: COMM 2000 or 2400
Description: Students develop the basic skills needed in electronic desktop publishing, including instruction in popular desktop publishing programs, providing hands-on experience. Course requires students to complete several practical projects including a newsletter and brochure.
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COMM 3200 - Copy Editing Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: COMM 2000
Description: Instruction and practice in editing newspaper stories for style, meaning, and accuracy, in writing headlines, and in designing newspaper pages.
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COMM 3210 - Sports and Media Credit Hours 3
Description: Beginning with an examination of the historical role of media and sports, students will explore theoretical and practical changes that have shaped the sports media industry.
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COMM 3240 - Investigative War Reporting Credit Hours 3
Description: Student will delve into the intellectual and practical worlds of investigative war reporting. In this rigorous research and writing class, students learn to use the styles and techniques of investigative journalists.
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COMM 3320 - Business and Professional Communication Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1010 or permission of instructor
Description: Theories of persuasion are applied to business presentations. Interview techniques, group dynamics, and use of communication technology in the professional business setting.
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COMM 3350 - Broadcast Announcing Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1200 , 2140 or permission of instructor
Description: A detailed and practical examination of broadcast techniques. Topics include: voice use and improvement; coping with mic and camera fright, and various styles of announcing. Students will be required to demonstrate an improvement in announcing technique and ability.
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COMM 3400 - Mass Communication Research Methods Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1200
Description: Application of qualitative and quantitative media research methods including survey research, focus groups, content analysis and experimental studies. The course prepares students to conduct research for media studies, public relations, and marketing communication programs.
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COMM 3410 - Data Analysis and Mass Communications Research Credit Hours 3
Description: The purposes of this course is to apply some commonly used data analysis techniques in the field of communication, develop a deeper appreciation of research strategies and analysis decisions, and provide the opportunity for practice in analyzing quantitative data.
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COMM 3420 - Principles of Social Media Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1200 or 1110
Description: Students work to understand how social media fit into the larger digital communication environment, examine and analyze various social media platforms, and develop communication strategies they can use as social media professionals.
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COMM 3450 - Broadcast News Writing Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1200 , 2000 or permission of instructor
Description: Concepts of writing for broadcast media including format, style and deadline requirements, and the use of radio and visual elements in the news. This course is writing intensive and requires student activities outside the classroom.
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COMM 3550 - Audio Production 1 Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: COMM 2140
Description: Practical application required of students in the study of audio production for radio and television. Studio exercises which demonstrate the students audio production skills with voice, music, sound effects in a broadcast studio setting.
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COMM 3600 - Radio Theatre Workshop Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: COMM 3550 or THEA 1300 , permission of instructor;
Description: A workshop on theatrical productions delivered to a mass audience through radio. Special consideration will be given to the incorporation of sound effects. Study will include script writing, characterization, and time restraints in electronic media. Course will climax with an original production by students.
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COMM 3610 - Multimedia News Reporting Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 1010 with a grade of “C” or higher; ENGL 1020 , COMM 2000
Description: Specific application of news gathering techniques, multimedia content creation and presentation in journalism
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COMM 3650 - Popular Culture in the South Credit Hours 3
Description: An indepth examination of the American South as a definitive sub-culture. Analysis of social elements such as food, music, family, traditions, language, gender, and race. Special emphasis on analysis of representative books, rhetoric, plays, and films.
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COMM 3710 - Corporate Media Scriptwriting Credit Hours 3
Description: Practical experience in creating scripts specifically tailored to corporate media/multimedia presentations.
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COMM 3720 - Authoring Web Pages Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: COMM 2720 or permission of instructor
Description: Skills needed in developing web pages, HTML and popular web design programs, elements of design, online publications, history of the Internet, censorship, ethics, and advertising on the web.
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COMM 3730 - Internet and Web Technology Credit Hours 3
Description: Students explore the technology of the Internet through study and practice involving networks, domain name service, IP addressing, online protocols, equipment, cabling, connections, servers and various operating systems.
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COMM 3740 - e-Commerce Technology Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: COMM 3720 or 3800
Description: Students explore and evaluate today’s elements of electronic commerce including a focus on shopping cart programs, digital certificates, configuration and operation of secure servers, online financial transaction technology, and the development and implementation of e-business plans from an advertising, marketing communications, and public relations perspective.
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COMM 3750 - Event Planning: Risk Management Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1900
Description: Students will examine the legal risks involved in event planning and event management.
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COMM 3760 - Video Production 1 Credit Hours 3
Prerequisite: COMM 2140
Description: Each student enrolled will be responsible for the development and production of several short video projects. Skills will be developed in all areas of television production and related concepts.
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