May 20, 2024

2015-2016 Graduate Catalog

2015-2016 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Biology
	BIOL 5042 - Endocrinology (3 Cr.) The study of endocrine glands and their hormones. Consideration of the role of hormones in growth, development, metabolism, homeostasis, and reproduction. Prerequisites: One semester of physiology. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BIOL 5091 - Directed Study (1-6 Cr., Maximum 6 Cr.) Directed study in selected areas of Biology. Prerequisites: Approval of the Department Head. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BIOL 5094 - Special Topics: Zoology 3 Advanced study of topics not covered in regular courses. Topic area: Zoology. All sections with three hours lecture; some sections may include additional laboratory time. Prerequisites: Approval of instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BIOL 5095 - Special Topics: Botany 3 Advanced study of topics not covered in regular courses. Topic area: Botany. All sections with three hours lecture; some sections may include additional laboratory time. Prerequisites: Approval of instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BIOL 5096 - Special Topics: Cell and Molecular Biology 3 Advanced study of topics not covered in regular courses. Topic areas: Cell and Molecular Biology. All sections with three hours lecture; some sections may include additional laboratory time. Prerequisites: Approval of instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BIOL 5097 - Special Topics: Physiology 3 Advanced study of topics not covered in regular courses. Topic area: Physiology. All sections with three hours lecture; some sections may include additional laboratory time. Prerequisites: Approval of instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BIOL 5099 - Thesis (1-6 Cr.) Grades of CR (Credit) or NC (No Credit) will be awarded. Click here for course scheduling information.
Business
	BUSN 4012 - Managerial Communication (3 Cr.) Theory, concepts, and process of oral and written managerial communication; organization, analysis and presentation of information in memos and business reports (written and oral); effects of language and media on individual and organizational behavior; role and use of information technology. Prerequisites: 3005 or approval of department head. (Formerly Office Information Systems 412.) Click here for course scheduling information.
	BUSN 4061 - Cooperative Education Experience (3 Cr.) Planned/supervised work experience in student’s major field. Open only to pre-approved juniors, seniors, or graduates in the CBA. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits towards undergraduate degree, 150-hour CPA examination requirements, or as a 3rd optional business elective towards the MBA degree. CR or NC grades awarded. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BUSN 5000 - Fundamentals of Management and Marketing (3 Cr.) Fundamental concepts of managing and marketing within and outside the organization, including developing, implementing, and controlling management programs and plans through effective planning, resource organization, workforce motivation and leadership, as well as monitoring and controlling operational and marketing results; developing and achieving well-planned and communicated marketing strategies designed to maximize market gains obtained through achieving an optimal marketing mix; effective goal setting, communications, presentations, and resource allocation as critical elements in the management and marketing processes. Prerequisites: Permission of the graduate coordinator. Lecture. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BUSN 5005 - Fundamentals of Business Statistics and Operations (3 Cr.) Fundamental concepts and theories of applied business statistics and operations management, including ANOVA, simple and multiple regression, quality control techniques and analysis, non-parametric statistics, decision modeling and decision making, forecasting, inventory planning and control, scheduling, capacity planning, resource and project management, and designing worker tasks and quality processes. Prerequisites: Permission of the graduate coordinator. Lecture. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BUSN 5010 - Research and Presentation Skills (3 Cr.) The role of research and presentations in business. Investigation and application of the research process, including utilization of secondary and primary data sources, both electronic and manual; preparation and analysis of data; and utilization of quantitative tools and analysis. Written and oral presentations utilizing multi-media presentation tools. Prerequisites: Quantitative Methods 210 and the permission of the graduate coordinator. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BUSN 5011 - Business and its Environment (3 Cr.) The philosophy and role of business and managers in their social, governmental, and economic environments. Consideration is given to social and ethical responsibilities to employees, customers, the general public, and others; relations between business and government; public regulation and social control of business; and relations between business and labor. Formerly BUSN 5001. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BUSN 5091 - Directed Study (3 Cr.) Individual study of advanced business topics, under the direction of a senior faculty member. Prerequisites: Twelve semester hours of BMBA courses and a minimum graduate GPA of 3.5. Click here for course scheduling information.
Business Administration
	BMBA 5009 - Management Information Systems (3 Cr.) Concepts and practices of MIS, Systems development, Data communications, Selection and utilization of computer systems to implement a management information system. Prerequisites: Computer Information Systems 1070 or equivalent, Quantitative Methods 2010; and the permission of the graduate coordinator. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BMBA 5011 - Economic Environment (3 Cr.) Determination of market prices, interest rates, national output, exchange rates, and balance of payments. Demand estimation and cost analysis. The effects of government interventions such as price controls, fiscal and monetary policies, tariffs, and quotas. Prerequisites: Quantitative Methods 2010, Economics 2001 and 2002, or ECON 5002 ; and the permission of the graduate coordinator. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BMBA 5012 - Accounting Analysis for Decision Making (3 Cr.) Use of accounting information systems for profit planning, cost control, and capital budgeting. Study of cost terminology and behavior with emphasis on relevant costs for decision making. Management use and analysis of financial statements. Concurrent prerequisite: Management 3009. Concurrent prerequisite: Management 3009. Prerequisites: Prerequisites: Accounting 2012 and 2013, or 5002; and the permission of the graduate coordinator. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BMBA 5020 - Financial Analysis (3 Cr.) Examination of the key aspects of investment and financial decision-making including capital budgeting, financial statement analysis, financial planning, risk management, international financial markets, and the selection of financial instruments and policies. Prerequisites: Accounting 2012 and 2013, or ACCT 5002 ; Economics 2001 and 2002, or ECON 5002 ; Finance 3015; QMDS 2010; and the permission of the graduate coordinator. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BMBA 5021 - Marketing Strategy (3 Cr.) Planning, implementing, and evaluating marketing strategies within the context of a dynamic and global environment. Identifying, understanding, and selecting target markets and developing appropriate marketing programs to satisfy chosen segments. Prerequisites: Marketing 3001; and the permission of the graduate coordinator. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BMBA 5022 - Organizational Theory and Behavior (3 Cr.) The study of the development and structure of organizations with emphasis given to behavior within organizations. Consideration is devoted to the environment in which the organization exists and the climate within the organization. In-depth attention to topics such as global issues, workforce diversity, group dynamics, and management roles and responsibilities. Prerequisites: Management 301; and the permission of the graduate coordinator. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BMBA 5030 - International Business (3 Cr.) Examination of the global scope of today’s competitive environment to include cultural, economic, social, political, legal and financial ramifications. Topics include: strategic planning, production and distribution logistics, technology, transfer pricing, and risk analysis. Traditional business functional areas such as finance, marketing, information systems and human resources will be examined from a global perspective. Prerequisites: Economics 2001 and 2002, or ECON 5002 ; Management 3001; Marketing 3001; and the permission of the graduate coordinator. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BMBA 5039 - Strategic Management (3 Cr.) Comprehensive analysis, integration of business core, and decision making at top management level relative to organizational goal-setting; strategy formulation and implementation; resource accumulation and allocation; and development of appropriate organization structures, information systems, and motivating and control systems. Prerequisites: Management 3009; credit for at least four of the following six courses: BMBA 5009 , BMBA 5011 , BMBA 5012 , BMBA 5020 , BMBA 5021 and BMBA 5022 ; and official admission to the MBA program. Course should be taken in the final semester of coursework. Click here for course scheduling information.
Business Language
	BULG 5000 - Business Language for Professionals 6 cr. Designed to enhance vocabulary, writing, and critical thinking skills for the business environment; intended for graduate international students whose first language is not English who need to refine business language skills. Prerequisites: Permission of the Graduate Coordinator. LEC/LAB Click here for course scheduling information.
Chemistry
	CHEM 4020 - Advanced Physical Chemistry (3 Cr.) An introduction to group theory including molecular symmetry, molecular orbital theory, electronic spectroscopy, and vibrational spectroscopy. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: C or better in 3022. F, even years Click here for course scheduling information.
	CHEM 4022 - Directed Study (1-6 Cr., Maximum 6 Cr.) A directed study for undergraduates and graduates. May include laboratory and/or library work in the areas of A. Analytical; B. Biochemistry; C. Inorganic; D. Organic; E. Physical. Four to six hours per week for each credit hour earned. Prerequisites: Approval of Department Head. F, Sp, Sum I and II Click here for course scheduling information.
	CHEM 4030 - Advanced Organic Chemistry (3 Cr.) A mechanistic study of prevailing organic reactions via structural and electronic effects. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: C or better in 2032 and 3022. Sp, odd years Click here for course scheduling information.
	CHEM 5011 - Inorganic Chemistry (3 Cr. each) The theoretical foundations of modern inorganic chemistry. Topics will vary to reflect trends in inorganic chemistry and needs of the students. Recently, 5011 has dealt with group theory; CHEM 5012 with chemical kinetics. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: 4013 or equivalent. F, even years; Sp, odd years Click here for course scheduling information.
	CHEM 5012 - Inorganic Chemistry (3 Cr. each) The theoretical foundations of modern inorganic chemistry. Topics will vary to reflect trends in inorganic chemistry and needs of the students. Recently, CHEM 5011 has dealt with group theory; 5012 with chemical kinetics. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: 4013 or equivalent. F, even years; Sp, odd years Click here for course scheduling information.
	CHEM 5021 - Physical Chemistry (3 Cr. each) A review of selected topics in physical chemistry. Topics will vary to reflect trends in physical chemistry and needs of the students. Recently, these courses have dealt with quantum chemistry, atomic and molecular structure, and spectroscopy. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: 3022 or equivalent. F, odd years; Sp, even years Click here for course scheduling information.
	CHEM 5022 - Physical Chemistry (3 Cr. each) A review of selected topics in physical chemistry. Topics will vary to reflect trends in physical chemistry and needs of the students. Recently, these courses have dealt with quantum chemistry, atomic and molecular structure, and spectroscopy. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: 3022 or equivalent. F, odd years; Sp, even years Click here for course scheduling information.
	CHEM 5031 - Organic Syntheses (3 Cr.) In depth discussion of organic synthesis including carbon-carbon bond formation and functional group transformations. Prerequisites: A C or better in 2032 or equivalent. Fall, odd years. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CHEM 5032 - Organic Spectroscopy (3 Cr.) Advanced presentations of identification techniques for organic compounds. Analytical procedures include infrared spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance, mass spectrometry, and ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy. Prerequisites: A C or better in 2032 or equivalent. Spring, even years Click here for course scheduling information.
	CHEM 5041 - Analytical Chemistry (3 Cr.) Theory and practice of analytical chemistry. Topics will vary to reflect trends in analytical chemistry and needs of the students. Recently, these courses have dealt with spectrochemical analysis and with chromatographic methods. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: 4007 or equivalent. F, even years; Sp, odd years Click here for course scheduling information.
	CHEM 5042 - Analytical Chemistry (3 Cr.) Theory and practice of analytical chemistry. Topics will vary to reflect trends in analytical chemistry and needs of the students. Recently, these courses have dealt with spectrochemical analysis and with chromatographic methods. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: 4007 or equivalent. F, even years; Sp, odd years Click here for course scheduling information.
	CHEM 5051 - Intermediary Metabolism (3 Cr.) A study of metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids, and lipids. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: C or better in 3050. F, odd years Click here for course scheduling information.
	CHEM 5052 - Physical Biochemistry (3 Cr.) Advanced study of the physical techniques, structure, function, conformation and behavior of biological macromolecules. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: C or better in 3050. (Formerly Intermediary Metabolism.) Sp, even years Click here for course scheduling information.
Computer Information Systems
	CINS 5005 - Information Systems Development (3 Cr.) Problem solving, programming logic, and algorithmic specification using a modern programming language; Networks/telecommunications; data and organizational modeling; development and implementation of relational database models using SQL and a modern DBMS. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CINS 5010 - Electronic Commerce Information Systems (3 Cr.) Introduction to e-commerce business solutions; e-commerce architecture, e-commerce technology; Internet services; security; Utilizes case studies dealing with technical, societal, and legal issues/problems related to e-commerce information systems. Prerequisites: 3050 or BMBA 5009 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	CINS 5030 - Systems Analysis (3 Cr.) Systems development methodologies with focus on structured tools and techniques for modeling data flows, data structures, and process specifications; principles of project management; special consideration given to approaches for development of electronic commerce information systems. Introduction to design techniques. Prerequisites: CINS 5010 and CINS 5005 (or 2020, 3006, 3040 or proficiency in programming, networking, and database.) or the permission of the graduate coordinator. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CINS 5035 - Electronic Commerce Applications Development (3 Cr.) Development and implementation of electronic commerce applications; strategies and techniques for designing and implementing multi-tier distributed applications for use on the Internet. Prerequisites: CINS 5030 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	CINS 5091 - Directed Study (3 Cr.) Individual study of topics in advanced computer information systems under the direction of a senior faculty member. Prerequisites: Twelve semester hours of BMBA courses and a minimum graduate GPA of 3.5. Click here for course scheduling information.
Criminal Justice
	CJUS 4000 - Correctional Treatment (3 Cr.) An overview and an examination of the basics of classification and counseling approaches, emphasizing interpersonal skills development, data collection, interviewing, assessment techniques, and counseling. Prerequisites: 1001, 2070, and Junior standing or Approval of Program Director. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CJUS 4091 - Directed Study (1-3 Cr.) Individual examination of relevant literature in student’s area of interest as approved and directed by the major professor. May not be repeated for more than 3 hours credit. Prerequisites: Prior Approval of Supervising Instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CJUS 5001 - Proseminar in Criminal Justice (3 Cr.) An in-depth examination of recent literature related to the social, political, and legal issues affecting the criminal justice system. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CJUS 5005 - Advanced Theories of Crime and Delinquency (3 Cr.) An in-depth analysis of selected explanations of criminal behavior. Readings will include original works of sociological, psychological, and other theorists. Contemporary research will be given considerable attention. Prerequisites: Undergraduate or graduate course in criminological or delinquency theory or Permission of the Department Head. (Formerly Criminological Theory.) Click here for course scheduling information.
	CJUS 5010 - Advanced Research Methods in Criminal Justice (3 Cr.) Techniques, processes, and methods of research in criminal justice with emphasis on both traditional and contemporary (electronic) sources. Development and completion of research project integrating use of computerized data bases and other electronic and traditional sources of criminal justice data. Prerequisites: Undergraduate or graduate course in research methods, familiarization with computers, or Permission of the Department Head. (Formerly Planning and Research in Criminal Justice.) Click here for course scheduling information.
	CJUS 5014 - Juvenile Justice System (3 Cr.) An examination of the juvenile justice system: history, structure, and interrelationships among law enforcement, the courts, and corrections. Federal, State, and local laws and programs are explored with an emphasis upon case law and statutory law, both historical and current. Issues in terms of the philosophy of parens patriae and constitutional procedures are explored. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CJUS 5040 - Counseling in Criminal Justice (3 Cr.) An in-depth study and evaluation of counseling as applied in the criminal justice setting, law enforcement, and corrections. A psycho-social approach to the understanding of behavior is emphasized with priority given to immediacy. Crisis intervention, interviewing, interpersonal communication, and various treatment models are explored. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CJUS 5050 - Police and Society (3 Cr.) A critical examination of the police and their relationship to society. Attention will be given to the role of police; full service policing; ethnic tensions as correlated to the ghetto and police sub-culture; police stress, discretion, conduct, unionization, corruption, and professionalism; and legal issues related to due process of law. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CJUS 5055 - Sociology of Law (3 Cr.) An analysis of social behavior and its relationship to the development of law; law as a control mechanism; social behavior as it relates to the police, courts, and corrections; portrayal of the criminal justice system components in the media; and social change and the law. (Same as SOCL 5055 .) Click here for course scheduling information.
	CJUS 5073 - Seminar in Criminal Justice Administration (3 Cr.) Examination of administrative principles as they apply to criminal justice agencies. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CJUS 5076 - Minorities, Crime, and Criminal Justice (3 Cr.) Examination of the role of minorities in the criminal justice system: as victims; as offenders; as defendants; as prisoners; as employees; and as professionals. (Same as SOCL 5076 .) Click here for course scheduling information.
	CJUS 5085 - Organized Crime, Drugs, and Vice (3 Cr.) An in-depth study of organized crime, drug, and vice offenses within the structures of a constitutional democracy. Included within the study is the historical background of organized crime and the present status of these identified groups. Prerequisites: Permission of Department Head. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CJUS 5091 - Directed Research (3 Cr.) A survey of current literature and/or research on a topic to be approved and directed by a member of the Graduate Faculty. Prerequisites: CJUS 5010 , 21 hours of Criminal Justice course work, non-thesis specialization degree plan, and Approval of Program Director. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CJUS 5093 - Comparative Criminal Justice (3 Cr.) A cross-national survey of crime and criminal justice. Emphasis will be on crime rates, forms of criminality, police, courts, and corrections. Descriptive material on selected countries will be analyzed and compared. Although the major emphasis will be on the substantive content of assigned readings, some attention will be given to research methodology. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CJUS 5095 - Professional Practice (3 Cr.) Placement in a criminal justice agency approved by the Criminal Justice Program Director or assignment of a teaching internship in an introductory Criminal Justice course. Restricted to students who have not been previously employed in a criminal justice agency or who have not served as graduate teaching assistants. Prerequisites: completion of 21 hours of graduate work in Criminal Justice, a GPA of 3.00 or better, and Approval of Program Director. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CJUS 5099 - Thesis (1-6 Cr.) Grades of CR (Credit) or NC (No Credit) will be awarded. Click here for course scheduling information.
Classics
	CLAS 5001 - Seminar in Classical Studies (3 Cr., Maximum 6 Cr.) opics in Greek and Roman civilization, culture, etymology, language, literature, and religion. Click here for course scheduling information.
Communication
	COMM 4004 - Intercultural Communication (3 cr.) An international perspective on communication between members of different cultures. Verbal and nonverbal code systems, social patterns, values, and belief systems examined as they affect the sharing of meaning. Special attention given to Health Care, Business, and Education contexts. May not be used as a substitute for a foreign language. Prerequisites: Prerequisites: COMM 1018 or consent of instructor. (Formerly CMST 4004) Click here for course scheduling information.
	COMM 4009 - Feature and Editorial Writing (3 cr.) Researching and writing human-interest features; analyzing political, social and economic affairs and writing opinions; print, Web and electronic media styles and formats. Prerequisites: COMM 2010 (Formerly MCOM 4009) Click here for course scheduling information.
	COMM 4012 - Scriptwriting (3 cr.) Preparation of scripts for all long program formats, with emphasis on writing and marketing radio, television, and film drama and documentaries. Prerequisites: COMM 2010 (Formerly MCOM 4012) Click here for course scheduling information.
	COMM 4026 - Health Communication (3 cr.) The study of communication perspectives and skills helpful in providing integrated, coordinated services between various allied health professions. Prerequisites: Junior standing. (Formerly CMST 4026) Click here for course scheduling information.
	COMM 4030 - Investigative Journalism (3 cr.) Investigating and in-depth reporting/writing on single such as crime, corporate malfeasance, political corruption and institutional neglect; print, Web and electronic media styles and formats. Prerequisites: COMM 2030 (Formerly MCOM 4030) Click here for course scheduling information.
	COMM 4033 - Electronic News Gathering (3 cr.) Concepts and practices of news coverage for the electroinic media, with special attention to field techniques, visualization, and editing. Lecture and studio. Additional course fee. Prerequisites: COMM 2030 (Formerly MCOM 4033) Click here for course scheduling information.
	COMM 4052 - Criticism of Contemporary Communication (3 cr.) This course examines various aspects of contemporary communication. Prerequisites: COMM 3030 or consent of instructor. (Formerly CMST 4052) Click here for course scheduling information.
	COMM 4053 - Rhetoric of Social Movements (3 cr.) Understanding and analyzing social movements that seek to create social and/or political change, using primary texts from social movements as well as rhetorical scholarship that analyses social movements. Examines discourses and images used for gaining compliance, changing attitudes/behaviors, inspiring action, and creating social change. Prerequisites: COMM 3030 or consent of instructor. (Formerly CMST 4053) Click here for course scheduling information.
	COMM 4060 - Public Relations Campaigns (3 cr.) Preparation of scripts for all long program formats, with emphasis on writing and marketing radio, television, and film drama and documentaries. Prerequisites: COMM 2010 (Formerly MCOM 4060) Click here for course scheduling information.
	COMM 4062 - Advanced Small Group Communication (3 cr.) Studies of group action, interaction, and leadership designed to apply small group theory. Emphasis on the nature of group communication as exemplified in the discussion/conference model. Prerequisites: COMM 2060 ior consent of instructor. (Formerly CMST 4062) Click here for course scheduling information.
	COMM 4071 - Visual Communications (3 Cr.) Theories of perception, methods of analysis of visual media, and principles and strategies of visual communication, emphasizing critical thinking about the role and function of media in society. Formerly: MCOM 4071. Click here for course scheduling information.
	COMM 4072 - Media Analysis and Criticism (3 Cr.) Critical methodologies and analysis of media content and programming, emphasizing aesthetic, historical, social, cultural, and industrial factors affecting audience response. Prerequisites: Junior Standing. Formerly: MCOM 4072 Click here for course scheduling information.
	COMM 4080 - Digital Cinema (3 Cr.) Theory and techniques of video production from conception to completion, for a variety of mass communications applications. One hour lecture, four hours studio. Additional course fee. Prerequisites: Senior standing, graduate standing, or conssent of instructor. MCOM 4052 Advanced Video Production . Click here for course scheduling information.
	COMM 4081 - Mass Communications Law (3 Cr.) Legal limitations and privileges affecting publishing, advertising, broadcasting, telecasting; consideration of legal philosophy bearing on mass communications media. Formerly: MCOM 4081. Click here for course scheduling information.
	COMM 5000 - Proseminar in Communication Studies (0 Cr.) Orientation to the graduate program process, practices, events, and academic requirements. Required during first semester of enrollment. Grade of CR (Credit) or NC (No Credit). A student must earn credit in this course prior to taking the comprehensive examination. Enrollment is restricted to graduate students in the Department of Communication. Click here for course scheduling information.
	COMM 5001 - Qualitative Research Methods (3 Cr.) The study of qualitative research methods used to conduct systematic inquiry about communication topics. Textual analysis, ethnography, phenomenology, and language studies are among the methods investigated. (Formerly Speech 505.) Sp Click here for course scheduling information.
	COMM 5002 - Quantitative Research Methods (3 Cr.) A study of techniques and strategies used in conducting empirical studies of communication. Analysis of types of problems, concepts, variables, definitions, research designs, measurement techniques, and interpretation of data prevalent in communication research. Involves elementary statistics and development of research proposals and designs. (Formerly Journalism 505.) F Click here for course scheduling information.
	COMM 5093 - Professional Communication Exit Project (3 Cr.) A major creative, research, and/or service-based piece of work. Flexible format that can combine written work with performance and audio/videotape development and/or documentation. Click here for course scheduling information.
Communication Studies
	CMST 4004 - Intercultural Communication (3 Cr.) International perspective on communication between members of different cultures. Verbal and nonverbal code systems, social organization patterns, values, and belief systems examined as they impact the sharing of meaning. Special attention given to Health Care, Business, and Education contexts. Prerequisites: Communication Studies 1001, or 1018, or permission of instructor. May not be used as a substitute for a foreign language. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 4020 - Performance Studies (3 Cr.) Theory and practice in the art of group oral presentation of literature; selection, analysis, and arrangement of materials for oral interpretation; program planning for public presentation; emphasis on Reader’s Theatre. Prerequisites: 3005 or consent of instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 4026 - Health Communication (3 Cr.) The study of effective communication perspectives and skills helpful in providing integrated, coordinated services between various allied health professions. Prerequisites: permission of instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 4051 - American Public Address (3 Cr.) This course will involve the study of American public address from colonial times to the present. Speeches of outstanding American statesmen, lawyers, and clergymen will be examined. Prerequisites: 1001 or 2001 or permission of instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 4052 - Criticism of Contemporary Communication (3 Cr.) This course examines various aspects of contemporary communication. Prerequisites: 1001, 2001, or approval of instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 4053 - Rhetoric of Social Movements (3 Cr.) This course will involve a close examination of social movements and the communication practices giving rise to and maintaining these movements. Special attention will be given to American social movements. Prerequisites: 1001, 2001, or permission of instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 4062 - Advanced Small Group Communication (3 Cr.) Studies of group action, interaction, and leadership designed to apply small group theory. Emphasis on the nature of group communication as exemplified in the discussion/conference model. Prerequisites: 1001 or 2060 or consent of instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 5001 - Rhetorical Theory (3 Cr.) Analysis of significant developments in rhetorical theory from classical to modern times. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 5002 - Nonverbal Communication (3 Cr.) An examination of central principles of nonverbal communication, a theoretical application of how these principles can be used, and a description of how knowledge of nonverbal cues can increase communication effectiveness. Prerequisites: 1001, 1018, or 2060 or consent of instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 5003 - Rhetorical Criticism (3 Cr.) Analysis of significant developments in methodologies for performing rhetorical criticism. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 5010 - Communication Theory (3 Cr.) Review, analysis, and evaluation of major theories of human communication. Emphasis on heuristic factors that may guide future communicative efforts in human relations. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 5018 - General Semantics (3 Cr.) A study of the relationship between language, thought, and behavior. Formulations from the works of Alfred Korzybski and neo-Korzybskian interpreters are presented. General semantics is discussed as an interdisciplinary approach to knowledge. Relationships are made to contemporary problems in human affairs. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 5020 - Political Communication (3 Cr.) A critical review and analysis of contemporary theoretical approaches related to means of political persuasion, contexts, and research methodology. Prerequisites: 2001 or 3030 or consent of instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 5025 - Special Topics (3 Cr.) Maximum, 3 topics, 3 cr. each. A. Rhetoric and Public Address; B. Forensics; C. Interpersonal Communication; D. Organizational Communication; E. Communication Theory; F. Selected Topics in Speech Communication. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 5026 - Communication in Gerontology (3 Cr.) The study of communication processes among gerontological professionals, staff, patients, healthcare providers, and administrators. Emphasis on research strategies and practical learning experiences as tools for facilitating interaction. (Same as GERO 5026 .) Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 5030 - Advanced Studies in Persuasion (3 Cr.) A review of the history of persuasion research. Theories and methods of studying persuasion are synthesized and related to contemporary problems of social influence. Prerequisites: 2001 or 3030 or consent of instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 5041 - Communication and Gender (3 Cr.) This course is an advanced study exploring how our gendered lives influence relationships. Special attention will be given to theory and research of, and on, the ways gender and communication interact. Prerequisites: permission of instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 5044 - Advanced Studies in Organizational Communication (3 Cr.) Advanced studies in organizational life emphasizing research and theory. Students will study current research in the field and conduct research in an organization. Students will be encouraged to extend and develop theory. Prerequisites: permission of instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 5050 - Advanced Studies in Interpersonal Communication (3 Cr.) Analyses of relational development, maintenance, and change in the contexts of working relations, friendships, and families. Prerequisites: 1001, 1018, or permission of instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 5091 - Directed Study (1-6 Cr.) Individual study in A. Rhetoric and Public Address; B. Forensics; C. Interpersonal Communication; D. Organizational Communication; E. Communication Theory; F. Instructional Communication. Maximum of 6 hours of Directed Study can be applied to any graduate degree. Prerequisites: Approval of instructor, department head, and Dean. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CMST 5099 - Thesis (1-6 Cr.) Grades of CR (Credit) or NC (No Credit) will be awarded. Click here for course scheduling information.
Computer Science
	CSCI 5003 - Computer Science for Professionals (3 Cr.) Presentation of computer science fundamentals from the perspective of professional usage. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CSCI 5004 - Advanced Computer Science for Professionals (3 Cr.) Continuation of CSCI 5003 , including advanced programming, data structures, and applications. Prerequisites: CSCI 5003 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	CSCI 5005 - Computer Applications for Professionals (3 Cr.) Extensive work with software utilization and applications. Prerequisites: CSCI 5003 . Click here for course scheduling information.

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Courses of Instruction

BIOL 5042 - Endocrinology

BIOL 5091 - Directed Study

BIOL 5094 - Special Topics: Zoology

BIOL 5095 - Special Topics: Botany

BIOL 5096 - Special Topics: Cell and Molecular Biology

BIOL 5097 - Special Topics: Physiology

BIOL 5099 - Thesis

BUSN 4012 - Managerial Communication

BUSN 4061 - Cooperative Education Experience

BUSN 5000 - Fundamentals of Management and Marketing

BUSN 5005 - Fundamentals of Business Statistics and Operations

BUSN 5010 - Research and Presentation Skills

BUSN 5011 - Business and its Environment

BUSN 5091 - Directed Study

BMBA 5009 - Management Information Systems

BMBA 5011 - Economic Environment

BMBA 5012 - Accounting Analysis for Decision Making

BMBA 5020 - Financial Analysis

BMBA 5021 - Marketing Strategy

BMBA 5022 - Organizational Theory and Behavior

BMBA 5030 - International Business

BMBA 5039 - Strategic Management

BULG 5000 - Business Language for Professionals

CHEM 4020 - Advanced Physical Chemistry

CHEM 4022 - Directed Study

CHEM 4030 - Advanced Organic Chemistry

CHEM 5011 - Inorganic Chemistry

CHEM 5012 - Inorganic Chemistry

CHEM 5021 - Physical Chemistry

CHEM 5022 - Physical Chemistry

CHEM 5031 - Organic Syntheses

CHEM 5032 - Organic Spectroscopy

CHEM 5041 - Analytical Chemistry

CHEM 5042 - Analytical Chemistry

CHEM 5051 - Intermediary Metabolism

CHEM 5052 - Physical Biochemistry

CINS 5005 - Information Systems Development

CINS 5010 - Electronic Commerce Information Systems

CINS 5030 - Systems Analysis

CINS 5035 - Electronic Commerce Applications Development

CINS 5091 - Directed Study

CJUS 4000 - Correctional Treatment

CJUS 4091 - Directed Study

CJUS 5001 - Proseminar in Criminal Justice

CJUS 5005 - Advanced Theories of Crime and Delinquency

CJUS 5010 - Advanced Research Methods in Criminal Justice

CJUS 5014 - Juvenile Justice System

CJUS 5040 - Counseling in Criminal Justice

CJUS 5050 - Police and Society

CJUS 5055 - Sociology of Law

CJUS 5073 - Seminar in Criminal Justice Administration

CJUS 5076 - Minorities, Crime, and Criminal Justice

CJUS 5085 - Organized Crime, Drugs, and Vice

CJUS 5091 - Directed Research

CJUS 5093 - Comparative Criminal Justice

CJUS 5095 - Professional Practice

CJUS 5099 - Thesis

CLAS 5001 - Seminar in Classical Studies

COMM 4004 - Intercultural Communication

COMM 4009 - Feature and Editorial Writing

COMM 4012 - Scriptwriting

COMM 4026 - Health Communication

COMM 4030 - Investigative Journalism

COMM 4033 - Electronic News Gathering

COMM 4052 - Criticism of Contemporary Communication

COMM 4053 - Rhetoric of Social Movements

COMM 4060 - Public Relations Campaigns

COMM 4062 - Advanced Small Group Communication

COMM 4071 - Visual Communications

COMM 4072 - Media Analysis and Criticism

COMM 4080 - Digital Cinema

COMM 4081 - Mass Communications Law

COMM 5000 - Proseminar in Communication Studies

COMM 5001 - Qualitative Research Methods

COMM 5002 - Quantitative Research Methods

COMM 5093 - Professional Communication Exit Project

CMST 4004 - Intercultural Communication

CMST 4020 - Performance Studies

CMST 4026 - Health Communication