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CHEM 4800 - Forensic Chemistry Internship 1-3
Internship experience providing practical exposure and experience in forensic analysis. Student will be assigned to a departmentally approved laboratory for a pre-determined time period, which will determine 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 3
Prerequisite: CHEM 1120/1121 or CHEM 1840 with a grade of “C” or higher and permission of instructor
Advanced topics in chemistry for majors and minors.
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CHEM 4940 - Elements of Research 1-3
Prerequisite: permission of instructor (also CHEM 2940 recommended)
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 1
Prerequisite: CHEM 4940 and permission of instructor
Preparation of a report on original research. Report 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 designee.
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Chemical Engineering Technology |
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CHET 2010/2011 - Process Instrumentation 4
Corequisite: CHET 2011
Theory and application of instrumentatio of the chemical processing industry; flow sheet applications, tagging procedures.
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CHET 2020 - Process Troubleshooting 3
Prerequisite: CHET 2010/2011
Understanding of the troubleshooting methods and techniques used to solve and prevent chemical processing problems; cause and effect scenario studies; critical thinking skills necessary for troubleshooting procedures.
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CHET 2030 - Process Operations Management 3
Prerequisite: CHEM 1320
Basic understanding of efficiency and effectiveness in operations of chemical process industry; resource management; distribution of finished products; planning and scheduling of operations maintenance.
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CHET 2100 - Fundamentals of Chemical Engineering 3
Prerequisite: CHEM 1040/1041
Fundamental principles and terminology of chemical engineering; engineering problem solving; chemical reactor design; reaction systems; 1st law of thermodynamics; pressure, temperature, and volume relationship of liquids; vapor-liquid equlibria.
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CHET 2131 - Mechanical Systems Lab 1
Prerequisite: CHEM 1310 , 1320
Hands-on use and maintenance of basic mechanical equipment used in the chemical process industry; pumps, compressors, piping, valves.
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CHET 2140 - Quality Control 3
Prerequisite: CHEM 1310 , 1320
Quality control concepts utilized by the chemical process industry; operating consistency; plant operations economics; team-working skills; quality control regulations.
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CHET 2150 - Selected Topics in Chemical Industry 3
Prerequisite: CHET 2100 and permission of instructor
Advanced topics in chemical processing industry.
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CHET 2161 - Advanced Instrumentation Lab 2
Prerequisite: CHET 2011, 2131
Hands-on use of electrical, mechanical, and quality control instruments used in the chemical processing industry.
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CHET 2190 - Chemical Industry Internship 2
Prerequisite: CHET 2100 and permission of instructor
Internship experience proving practical exposure in chemical processing industry. Students will be assigned to a departmentally approved industrial site. The host industrial site may require background checks and drug screening of student intrms.
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ENGR 1000 - Introduction to Engineering 1
Introduction to the engineering profession, engineering problem solving methods, and the major disciplines of engineering.
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ENGR 2110 - Statics 3
Corequisite: MATH 1920 , PHYS 2110/2111
Introduction to Engineering Mechanics, study of solid bodies at rest, vector algebra, static equilibrium, friction, centroids, moments of inertia, basic structures.
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ENGR 2120 - Particles and Rigid Bodies 3
Prerequisite: ENGR 2110
Continuation of Engineering Mechanics, kinetics of solid bodies and groups of particles, application of Newton’s Laws of Physics.
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ENGR 2130 - Circuits and Networks 3
Corequisite: MATH 1920
Introduction to Electrical Engineering basic electrical circuit and network analysis, application of Ohm’s and Kirchhoff’s Laws.
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Classics |
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CLAS 3210 - Greek Literature in Translation 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2030
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 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2030
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 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2030
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 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2030
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 3400 - Greek Archaeology 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2030
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 Religion 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2030
Introduction to religious beliefs and practices of ancient Greeks, concentrating on Athens in the fifth and fourth centuries B.C. but exploring cult practices in other periods and areas under Greek influence. Major deities, rituals, festivals, cults, sanctuaries, and their context within civic life. Knowledge of Greek language not required.
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CLAS 3420 - Roman Archaeology 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2030
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 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2030
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 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2030
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 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2030
A study of women in the ancient Greek and Roman world through library, art historical, and archaeological material.
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CLAS 3610 - Greek Civilization 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2030
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 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2030
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 4900 - Topics in Classical Studies 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 2030
Various topics in Classics may be studied including such ideas as the clash of culture between Romans and Christians or Greeks and Barbarians or such specific areas of Classics as paleography, epigraphy, etc.
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Communication Arts |
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COMM 300A - Laboratory 1
Prerequisite: COMM 2000
Practical experience in routine reporting, investigative reporting, or newspaper design. Pass/Fail.
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COMM 300B - Laboratory 1
Prerequisite: COMM 2000
Practical experience in routine reporting, investigative reporting, or newspaper design. Pass/Fail.
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COMM 300C - Laboratory 1
Prerequisite: COMM 2000
Practical experience in routine reporting, investigative reporting, or newspaper design. Pass/Fail.
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COMM 309A - International Communication: Broadcast Media 3
Prerequisite: Junior standing and instructor approval
This course offers international perspectives to students in broadcast media. This study abroad experience is linked to selected upper division communication courses.
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COMM 309B - International Communication: Corporate Communication 3
Prerequisite: Junior Standing and instructor approval
This course offers international perspectives to students in corporate communication. This study abroad experience is linked to selected upper division communication courses.
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COMM 309C - International Communication: Print and Web Journalism 3
Prerequisite: Junior standing and instructor approval
This course offers international perspectives to students in print and web journalism. This study abroad experience is linked to selected upper division communication courses.
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COMM 309D - International Communication: Media Technologies 3
Prerequisite: Junior standing and instructor approval
This course offers international perspectives to students in media technologies. This study abroad experience is linked to selected upper division communication courses.
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COMM 309E - International Communication: Public Relations 3
Prerequisite: Junior standing and instructor approval;
This course offers international perspectives to students in public relations. This study abroad experience is linked to selected upper division communication courses.
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COMM 400A - AP Magazine Production 2
Students will create weekly live studio production (12-14 shows per semester). Only 1 course per term. This course cannot be substituted for required courses or electives in the concentration. Pass/Fail.
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COMM 400B - AP Magazine Production 2
Students will create weekly live studio production (12-14 shows per semester). Only 1 course per term. This course cannot be substituted for required courses or electives in the concentration. Pass/Fail.
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COMM 400C - AP Magazine Production 2
Students will create weekly live studio production (12-14 shows per semester). Only 1 course per term. This course cannot be substituted for required courses or electives in the concentration. Pass/Fail.
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COMM 400D - AP Magazine Production 2
Students will create weekly live studio production (12-14 shows per semester). Only 1 course per term. This course cannot be substituted for required courses or electives in the concentration. Pass/Fail.
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COMM 400E - AP Magazine Production 2
Students will create weekly live studio production (12-14 shows per semester). Only 1 course per term. This course cannot be substituted for required courses or electives in the concentration. Pass/fail.
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COMM 400F - AP Magazine Production 2
Students will create weekly live studio production (12-14 shows per semester). Only 1 course per term. This course cannot be substituted for required courses or electives in the concentration. Pass/Fail.
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COMM 400G - AP Magazine Production 2
Students will create weekly live studio production (12-14 shows per semester). Only 1 course per term.
This course cannot be substituted for required courses or electives in the concentration. Pass/Fail.
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COMM 400H - AP Magazine Production 2
Students will create weekly live studio production (12-14 shows per semester). Only 1 course per term.
This course cannot be substituted for required courses or electives in the concentration. Pass/Fail.
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COMM 422A-H - Live Events Production 2
Students will gain experience in directing, editing, and producing of APSU and other activities. A minimum of 60 clock hours shall be required for academic credit. Only 1 course per term. This course cannot be substituted for required courses or electives in the concentration. Pass/Fail.
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COMM 425A-C - Broadcasting Practicum 1
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor prior to registration
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-H - Communication Practicum 1
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
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 433A-H - Digital Editing Production 2
Students will create, direct, edit, produce, and evaluate digital media. A minimum of 60 clock hours shall be required for academic credit. Only 1 course per term. This course cannot be substituted for required courses or electives in the concentration.
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COMM 470A,B,C - Magazine Production 1 ea
Prerequisite: Permission of faculty advisor for CAPSULE
Involvement with student publication process, including all aspects of magazine production (on-line processes, layout, editing, desktop publishing, darkroom techniques, photography, and printing).
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COMM 480A,B,C - Independent Study in Mass Communication 3 ea
Prerequisite: Communication Arts majors only with permission of instructor
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,B,C - Communication Internship 3 ea
Prerequisite: Communication Arts majors only. Upper division standing and permission of instructor required prior to registration
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 499A,B,C - Special Topic in Communication 3 ea
Selected topics of interest to students concerning their studies in Broadcast Media or Sports Broadcasting.
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COMM 1010 - Fundamentals of Public Speaking 3
Public speaking principles with emphasis on preparation and presentation of informative and persuasive speeches.
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COMM 1030 - Interpersonal Communication 3
Communications’ role in interpersonal relationships with emphasis on the application of theory in dyadic situations.
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COMM 1200 - Introduction to Mass Communication 3
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 3
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 1500 - Introduction to Sports Broadcasting 3
The course provides a strong foundation into the field of sports broadcasting. Students will explore the key issues that drive the sports broadcasting industry. Students will participate in the production of sports broadcasting.
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COMM 1600 - Introduction to Popular Culture 3
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 3
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 - News Reporting 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1200 ; ENGL 1010 , 1020
News gathering methods and the newspaper style book, with emphasis on exercises in writing all types of news stories.
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COMM 2020 - Media, Society, and the Individual 3
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 2030 - Social Issues and Advocacy 3
Theory and practice of argumentation, examinations of propositions, evidence, reasoning, and refutation.
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COMM 2100 - Broadcast Equipment Operation and Technology 3
An in-depth examination of current broadcast technology in radio, television and cable, its use and function. Significant student time is required outside of regular class sessions.
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COMM 2150 - Broadcast Regulation and Practice Lab 1
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 2170 - Introduction to Sports Broadcasting
The course provides a strong foundation into the field of sports broadcasting. Students will explore the key issues that drive the sports broadcasting industry. Students will participate in the production of sports broadcasting.
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COMM 2200 - Introduction to Sports Interviewing 3
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 3
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 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1200 , ENGL 1020
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 2500 - Audio in Media 3
An examination of audio technology and equipment used in a variety of media, to include radio, television, video, film, and music recordings. Special consideration to be given to legal and ethical constraints and considerations.
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COMM 2720 - Introduction to the Internet 3
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 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1200
Provides students with skills in the storytelling function of journalism.
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COMM 2930 - Media Imaging 3
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 3
Prerequisite: ENGL 1010 , 1020 ; COMM 1200 , 1400 , and junior status or instructor permission
Students will examine important corporate communication areas such as internal communication, advertising, public relations, integrated marketing communication, and new communication technologies. The course focuses on how these areas work together to achieve organizational objectives.
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COMM 3100 - Desktop Publishing 3
Prerequisite: COMM 2000 or 2400
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 3
Prerequisite: COMM 2000
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 3
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 and War Reporting 3
Student will delve into the intellectual and practical worlds of investigative war reporting. In this regorous 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 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1010 or or permission of instructor 2030
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 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1200 or permission of instructor
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 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1200
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 3
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 3450 - Broadcast News Writing 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1200 , 2000 or permission of instructor
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 3
Prerequisite: COMM 2100
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 3
Prerequisite: COMM 3550 or THEA 1300 , permission of instructor;
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 3620 - Weather Broadcasting 3
Prerequisite: COMM 2100
The course will provide the foundation for weather broadcasting. Students will learn the theory and skills necessary to produce quality weather briefings, weather segments, and weather news for television. Students will produce weather broadcasts in the field and in the studio.
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COMM 3650 - Popular Culture in the South 3
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 3
Practical experience in creating scripts specifically tailored to corporate media/multimedia presentations.
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COMM 3720 - Authoring Web Pages 3
Prerequisite: COMM 2720 or permission of instructor
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 3
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 3
Prerequisite: COMM 3720 or 3800
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 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1900
Students will examine the legal risks involved in event planning and event management.
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COMM 3760 - Video Production 1 3
Prerequisite: COMM 2100
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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COMM 3800 - Principles of Media Advertising 3
Students learn the principles of advertising and the role of advertising communication in society and in organizations; reviews advertising and persuasive ethics and the impact of advertising on media and offers a survey of various advertising types including print, broadcast, direct response, and new technology-based advertising efforts.
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COMM 3810 - Live Studio Production 3
Prerequisite: COMM 2100
Students learn the principles of a live television production. Television and broadcasting elements will be incorporated that are necessary in creating and producing a live production.
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COMM 3900 - Motion Picture Production Workshop 4
Prerequisite: COMM 2100 , 3760 and permission of the instructor
Using portable and versatile video camcorders, students develop and complete short motion pictures. Includes camera operation, roles in motion picture production, sound and editor.
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COMM 3910 - Media Relations 3
The professional communicator’s establishment of meaningful relationships with electronic and print media is studied including a focus on ratings, news releases, press conferences, media buying, building a network of media contacts, special event planning, and the preparation of a comprehensive media relations plan.
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COMM 3950 - Methods of Film Analysis 3
Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of instructor
This course begins with an examination of the elements of film form. The course will provide students with the terminology to analyze films and fortify students analytical skills. Representative films are exhibited. Emphasis is placed on dramatic structure, types of film, film theory and the function of film.
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COMM 4010 - Communication Theory 3
Prerequisite: COMM 1010 , 1200 , and Junior status;
In this capstone course, communication theories are examined and applied to relevant social issues(gender, diversity, violence, social change, and entertainment). Students analyze and critique research findings, theoretical paradigms, and media effects.
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