May 21, 2024  
2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses of Instruction


Courses numbered 0 to 99 are developmental and credits may not be used to satisfy degree requirements.  Courses numbered 1000 to 1099, freshman; 2000 to 2099, sophomore; 3000 to 3099, junior; 4000 to 4099, senior; 5000 to 5099, graduate; 6000 to 7099, graduate courses beyond the master’s level.  Where indicated, certain 4000-level courses are accepted for graduate credit.

The number after each course title indicates the semester hours credit. CR(credit) or NC (no credit) after a course title indicates a pass/fail course with no semester hours credit.

An abbreviation following a course description indicates the semester or summer term the course will normally be offered: F-fall semester; Sp-spring semester; Sum-entire summer session; Sum I - first summer term; Sum II - second summer term.  The word “even” or “odd” follows the description of a course which is offered only in alternate years.

Students may not enroll in more than one section of the same course specified in the University catalog without approval of the Registrar.  Students who register for more than one section of the same course may be arbitrarily dropped from one of the sections without notice.

Class pre-requisites must be completed as prescribed by the most current catalog, regardless of the catalog or curriculum in effect for any student.  Students who do not meet course qualifications or who have not completed pre-requisites for a course may be arbitrarily dropped without notice.

The courses that are listed in this catalog may be offered for credit in a variety of formats, including electronically mediated teaching.

 

 

Biology

  
  • BIOL 4112 - Microbes and Man

    3 cr.

    Biology capstone course. A survey of microbial research and biotechnology including social, legal, and ethical implications of past, present, and future discoveries.

    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in BIOL 1020  and BIOL 2014 , or permission of the instructor.
    (Formerly BIOL 411B)


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  • BIOL 4113 - Ecosystems and Communities

    3 cr.

    A Biology capstone course. The interactions and impacts of global human societies on various ecosystems, sustainable development, and ecosystem services.

    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in BIOL 2001  or BIOL 3003, or permission of the instructor.
    (Formerly BIOL 411C)


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  • BIOL 4114 - Science, Biology, and Evolution

    3 cr.

    A biology capstone course. A broad, topical examination of evolutionary theory and principles and its connection to all disciplines of the biological sciences.

    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in BIOL 1020 , BIOL 1022 , and BIOL 3005  or instructor approval.


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Business

  
  • BUSN 1001 - Business and Society

    3 cr.

    A systems approach to the nature of business and its role in society, emphasizing business functions, ethics and values, and the interfaces of business with its environment. Not open to juniors and seniors in the College of Business Administration.


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  • BUSN 2015 - Current Business Problems

    1 cr. per semester; a maximum, 3 cr.

    Intensive study and analysis of selected current problems in business. Different topics are considered each semester.


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  • BUSN 3001 - International Business

    3 cr.

    Designed to focus on the environment of international business. Course content includes strategic issues for the functions of marketing, operations, human resources, finance, accounting, and information systems while also addressing legal, ethical, and cultural issues from a global perspective.

    Prerequisite(s): junior standing


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  • BUSN 3005 - Business Communication

    3 cr.

    Investigation of business communication problems; objectives, principles, methods, channels, media, and forms of business communication; organizing, analyzing, writing correspondence and reports, and reporting orally.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1001 , ENGL 1002  with grade of “C” or higher and Junior standing.


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  • 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.

    Prerequisite(s): BUSN 3005  or approval of department head.


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  • BUSN 4061 - Cooperative Education Experience

    3 or 6 cr.

    Planned/supervised work experience in student’s major field. Open only to pre-approved juniors and seniors, or graduates in the College of Business Administration.

    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.


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  • BUSN 4081 - Continuing Studies in Business

    1-3 cr.

    Various topics in applied business for students not pursuing a degree.

    May be repeated.
    Credit may not be applied toward a degree. Grades of CR (Credit) or NC (No Credit) will be awarded.


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Business Law

  
  • BLAW 4001 - Legal Environment of Business

    3 cr.

    Analysis of the legal environment of business. Regulatory activity, policy considerations and legal trends are integrated into a detailed treatment of specific legal subjects; contracts, torts, arbitration, products liability and criminal law in business management.

    Prerequisite(s): junior standing.


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  • BLAW 4002 - Business Law

    3 cr.

    Study of laws involved in operating businesses, emphasizing forms of organization. Topics include negotiable instruments, credit transactions, security devices, agency, lease and franchise.

    Prerequisite(s): junior standing.


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  • BLAW 4040 - Law for Accountants

    3 cr.

    Specifically for accounting majors. Legal concepts underlying business organizations, contracts, debtor-creditor relationships, government regulation of business, the uniform commercial code, property and professional and legal responsibilities. Can be used as a preparation for the CPA examination.

    Prerequisite(s): BLAW 4001 


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Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 1001 - Introductory Chemistry I

    3 cr.

    The fundamentals of inorganic chemistry.

    Three hours lecture.
    Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for MATH 1011  or a more advanced mathematics course. For non-majors.


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  • CHEM 1002 - Introductory Chemistry II

    3 cr.

    The fundamentals of organic and biochemistry.

    Three hours lecture.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 1001 . For non-majors.


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  • CHEM 1003 - Introductory Chemistry Laboratory I

    1 cr.

    A laboratory course to accompany CHEM 1001 .

    Three hours of laboratory.
    Prerequisite(s): Credit or registration in CHEM 1001 . For non-majors.


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  • CHEM 1004 - Introductory Chemistry Laboratory II

    1 cr.

    A laboratory course to accompany CHEM 1002 .

    Three hours of laboratory.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 1003  and registration or credit in CHEM 1002 . For non-majors.


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  • CHEM 1007 - General Chemistry I

    3 cr.

    A course in modern chemistry theories and principles; quantitative approach and problem solving; descriptive chemistry of selected elements and compounds.

    Three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in MATH 1011  or MATH 1013 , or equivalent, or eligibility for MATH 1013 , and completion of a Chemistry Placement Exam.


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  • CHEM 1008 - General Chemistry II

    3 cr.

    A continuation of CHEM 1007 ; continuation of theory with emphasis on chemical equilibria; a quantitative approach to solution chemistry; descriptive chemistry of selected elements and compounds from the main groups and the first transition series.

    Three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 1007 .


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  • CHEM 1009 - General Chemistry Laboratory I

    1 cr.

    A laboratory course to accompany CHEM 1007 .

    Three hours laboratory.
    Prerequisite(s): Credit or registration in CHEM 1007 .


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  • CHEM 1010 - General Chemistry Laboratory II

    1 cr.

    A laboratory course to accompany CHEM 1008  including qualitative analysis.

    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 1009 ; credit or registration in CHEM 1008 .


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  • CHEM 1050 - Integrated Chemistry for Education Majors

    3 cr.

    Fundamental concepts of chemistry with an emphasis on the interdisciplinary nature of the concepts introduced. Integrated lecture/lab format. For Elementary Education majors only.

    (Formerly SCIE 102)


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  • CHEM 2020 - Introduction to Physical Chemistry

    3 cr.

    Discussion of basic chemical principles, including thermodynamics, kinetics, equilibrium, and quantum mechanics, with applications to biological molecules.

    Three hours lecture.
    Prerequisite(s): (MATH 1014  or MATH 1031 ), (PHYS 2003  or PHYS 2007 ) and a “C” or better in CHEM 1008 .


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  • CHEM 2030 - Organic Chemistry I

    3 cr.

    Discussion of structure and bonding theory, acid-base chemistry, reactions of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols and alkyl halides.

    Three hours lecture.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 1008 .


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  • CHEM 2031 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I

    1 cr.

    Laboratory to accompany Organic Chemistry I. Introduction to procedures used in the organic laboratory.

    Three hours laboratory.
    Prerequisite(s): credit or registration in CHEM 2030  and a “C” or better in CHEM 1010 .


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  • CHEM 2032 - Organic Chemistry II

    3 cr.

    Spectroscopic techniques and the chemistry of aromatic compounds, carbonyl compounds, and amines will be covered.

    Three hours lecture.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 2030 .


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  • CHEM 2033 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory II

    1 cr.

    Laboratory to accompany Organic Chemistry II. Application of techniques from Organic Chemistry I to organic reactions.

    Three hours laboratory.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 2031  and credit or registration in CHEM 2032 .


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  • CHEM 2040 - Quantitative Analysis

    3 cr.

    Discussion of techniques and theories of gravimetric, volumetric and physicochemical methods of analysis.

    Three hours lecture.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 1008 .


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  • CHEM 2041 - Quantitative Analysis Laboratory

    2 cr.

    A laboratory course to accompany CHEM 2040 .

    Six hours laboratory.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 1010  and credit or registration in CHEM 2040 .


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  • CHEM 3001 - Chemistry Seminar

    1 cr. hour per semester, with cumulative maximum of 4 cr. allowed.

    Presentation of oral reports (with written synopses) on topics of current scientific and societal interest, including discussion of ethical and political implications, with emphasis on resources in the chemical literature.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing in chemistry.


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  • CHEM 3010 - Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry

    4 cr.

    Discussion of elemental properties, elemental combinations into ionic and molecular compounds, and periodic trends. Laboratory synthesis and characterization of inorganic compounds.

    Three hours lecture; three hours laboratory.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 1008 .


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  • CHEM 3020 - Physical Chemistry I

    3 cr.

    Fundamental interpretations of the physical principles of chemistry with emphasis on equilibrium thermodynamics and chemical kinetics.

    Three hours lecture and one hour recitation.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 1008 ; PHYS 2008 ; MATH 1032 .


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  • CHEM 3021 - Physical Chemistry Laboratory I

    1 cr.

    Modern experimental techniques in physical chemistry.

    Three hours laboratory.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 2041  and credit or registration in CHEM 3020 .


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  • CHEM 3022 - Physical Chemistry II

    3 cr.

    Continuation of CHEM 3020 . Theories of atomic and molecular structure, spectroscopy and quantum mechanics are applied to chemical systems.

    Three hours lecture and one hour recitation.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 3020 .


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  • CHEM 3023 - Physical Chemistry Laboratory II

    1 cr.

    Modern experimental techniques of physical chemistry.

    Three hours laboratory.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 3021 ; credit or registration in CHEM 3022 .


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  • CHEM 3050 - Biochemistry I

    3 cr.

    Introduction to structure and function of proteins, nucleic acids, lipids and carbohydrates and enzyme kinetics, mechanisms, regulation, and vitamins.

    Three hours lecture.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 2032 .


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  • CHEM 3051 - Biochemistry Laboratory I

    1 cr.

    Laboratory to accompany Biochemistry I. Introduction to procedures used in Biochemistry Laboratory.

    Three hours laboratory.
    Prerequisite(s): Credit or registration in CHEM 3050  and “C” or better in CHEM 2033 .


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  • CHEM 3052 - Biochemistry II

    3 cr.

    Thermodynamics, metabolism, photosynthesis, protein and nucleic acid biosynthesis.

    Three hours lecture.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 3050 .


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  • CHEM 4000 - Chemistry Capstone

    1 cr.

    A course designed as a culminating experience in the chemistry curriculum incorporating aspects of research methods, literature review, oral presentation, and written reports.

    Prerequisite(s): Two hours of CHEM 4099 and junior or senior standing in Chemistry.


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  • CHEM 4007 - Instrumental Analysis

    4 cr.

    A laboratory/lecture analytical course in the operation of analytical instruments, involving the care and maintenance of equipment in addition to the analytical treatment of known samples.

    Four hours laboratory; three hour lecture.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 2032 , CHEM 2033 , CHEM 2040 , CHEM 2041 .


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  • CHEM 4013 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry

    3 cr.

    The periodic table, valence theories, inorganic structure and reactivity, and coordination chemistry.

    Three hours of lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Credit or registration in CHEM 3020 .


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  • 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.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 3022 .


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  • CHEM 4023 - Directed Study: Analytical

    1-6 cr. Maximum, 6 cr.

    A directed study for undergraduates and graduates. May include laboratory and/or library work in the area of Analytical. Four to six hours per week for each credit hour earned.

    Prerequisite(s): Approval of department head.
    (formerly CHEM 422A)


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  • CHEM 4024 - Directed Study: Biochemistry

    1-6 cr. Maximum, 6 cr.

    A directed study for undergraduates and graduates. May include laboratory and/or library work in the area of Biochemistry. Four to six hours per week for each credit hour earned.

    Prerequisite(s): Approval of department head.
    (formerly CHEM 422B)


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  • CHEM 4025 - Directed Study: Inorganic

    1-6 cr. Maximum, 6 cr.

    A directed study for undergraduates and graduates. May include laboratory and/or library work in the area of Inorganic. Four to six hours per week for each credit hour earned.

    Prerequisite(s): Approval of department head.
    (formerly CHEM 422C)


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  • CHEM 4026 - Directed Study: Organic

    1-6 cr. Maximum, 6 cr.

    A directed study for undergraduates and graduates. May include laboratory and/or library work in the area of Organic. Four to six hours per week for each credit hour earned.

    Prerequisite(s): Approval of department head.
    (formerly CHEM 422D)


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  • CHEM 4027 - Directed Study: Physical

    1-6 cr. Maximum, 6 cr.

    A directed study for undergraduates and graduates. May include laboratory and/or library work in the area of Physical. Four to six hours per week for each credit hour earned.

    Prerequisite(s): Approval of department head.
    (formerly CHEM 422E)


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  • 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.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 2032  and CHEM 3022 .


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  • CHEM 4031 - Intermediate Organic Chemistry

    2 cr.

    Laboratory introduction of standard research techniques; lecture covering synthetic design, functional group transformations, advanced nomenclature, and mechanistic analysis of reactions.

    One hour lecture and three hours laboratory.
    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 2032  and CHEM 2033 .


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  • CHEM 4094 - Research: Analytical

    1-6 cr. Maximum, 6 cr.

    Research problems that can be completed in one semester. Three to six hours laboratory per week per credit hour. Research is done in the area of Analytical.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing in chemistry and approval of department head.
    (formerly CHEM 499A)


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  • CHEM 4095 - Research: Biochemistry

    1-6 cr. Maximum, 6 cr.

    Research problems that can be completed in one semester. Three to six hours laboratory per week per credit hour. Research is done in the area of Biochemistry.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing in chemistry and approval of department head.
    (formerly CHEM 499B)


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  • CHEM 4096 - Research: Inorganic

    1-6 cr. Maximum, 6 cr.

    Research problems that can be completed in one semester. Three to six hours laboratory per week per credit hour. Research is done in the area of Inorganic.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing in chemistry and approval of department head.
    (formerly CHEM 499C)


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  • CHEM 4097 - Research: Organic

    1-6 cr. Maximum, 6 cr.

    Research problems that can be completed in one semester. Three to six hours laboratory per week per credit hour. Research is done in the area of Organic.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing in chemistry and approval of department head.
    (formerly CHEM 499D)


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  • CHEM 4098 - Research: Physical

    1-6 cr. Maximum, 6 cr.

    Research problems that can be completed in one semester. Three to six hours laboratory per week per credit hour. Research is done in the area of Physical.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing in chemistry and approval of department head.
    (formerly CHEM 499E)


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Chinese

  
  • CHIN 1001 - Elementary Chinese

    3 cr

    An introduction to the Chinese language with emphasis on the development of practical communication skills. Basic conversation and elementary reading and writing.


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  • CHIN 1002 - Elementary Chinese

    3 cr.

    A continuation of the study of Chinese on the elementary level.

    Prerequisite(s): a “C” or better in CHIN 1001  or approval of department head.


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Communication

  
  • COMM 4000 - Communication Capstone

    3 cr.

    Study and application - through research, writing, and oral presentation - of communication and ethical theories to contemporary issues appropriate to the students’ interests and preparation.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior status and completion of 21 hours of Communication Studies or Mass Communications major requirements.


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  • COMM 4090 - Internship

    2 cr.

    One semester of supervised industry service. Academic requirements include a final paper and presentation.

    Prerequisite(s): completion of 15 hours in either CMST or MCOM and the approval of the academic advisor faculty internship supervisor and site manager.
    (Formerly CMST 4090 and MCOM 4090)


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Communication Studies

Formerly Speech Communications (SPCH)

Undergraduates Requirements

Required for a major in Communication Studies: CMST 1001; 1009; 1018; 2001; 2060; 3035, or 3044; 3005 or 4005; 3010, 3011, or 3030; 3041, 4004, 4051, 4052, or 4053; 4050; COMM 4090; and 12 hours of Communication Studies electives, at least six hours of which must be at the 3000-4000 level — Total of 30 semester hours.

A student electing a major in Communication Studies has the option of choosing an academic minor.

Required for a minor in Communication Studies: CMST 1001; 1018; 2001 or 2060; 3011 or 3030; 4050; and three hours of Communication Studies at the 3000-4000 level - Total of 18 semester hours.
Required for a major (Speech Education): Communication Studies 1001, 1018, 3005, and 3011; Theatre 1010, 1011, 2021 and 4025; Mass Communications 2001; Speech-Language Pathology 1013; and 5 hours of electives in Communication Studies. Total of 31 semester hours. (See specific degree plan in the College of Education and Human Development section).

Communication Studies majors and minors must participate in Forensics activities.

  
  • CMST 1001 - Fundamentals of Communication

    3 cr.

    Focus is on the total range of communication behaviors we engage in within the contexts of intrapersonal, interpersonal, small group, organizational, public speaking, and mass communication.


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  • CMST 1002 - Voice and Diction

    3 cr.

    A non-technical approach to developing expressive speech. Emphasis is on phonetics, the mechanics of vocal sound, and oral readings.


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  • CMST 1009 - Forensic Speaking Laboratory

    1 cr.

    Supervised participation in the intercollegiate debate program.

    May be repeated for a maximum of three hours credit.


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  • CMST 1010 - Honors Communication Studies

    3 cr.

    Speech taught more as a liberal art than as a technical art. Emphasis on developing effective rhetorical skills, problem-solving, critical thinking, and the place of values in establishing humane goals. Presentations required.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Honors Program or permission of the Undergraduate Honors Council.
    Substitutes for either CMST 1001  or CMST 2001 .


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  • CMST 1018 - Interpersonal Communication

    3 cr.

    Stresses practical application of communication concepts and skills. Emphasis on self-concept, language, perception, listening, nonverbal communication, and resolution of interpersonal skills development.


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  • CMST 2001 - Public Speaking

    3 cr.

    The process of public communication, including an understanding of audience to produce, evaluate, and critique public expression in public arenas.


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  • CMST 2060 - Small Group Communication

    3 cr.

    Introduction to small group participation and leadership. Small group variables included for study are group structure, climate, goals, roles, norms, conflict, and rhetorical sensitivity. Special emphasis given to application of concepts within problem-solving discussion groups.


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  • CMST 3005 - Oral Interpretation

    3 cr.

    Oral reading of prose and poetry with emphasis on determining and interpreting the thought and emotional content of selections of literature.


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  • CMST 3010 - Communication and Conflict

    3 cr.

    A study of the theory and practice of communication strategies and styles in conflict situations. The course will look at conflict in interpersonal and/or profession settings.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 1001 , CMST 1018 , CMST 2001  or consent of the instructor.


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  • CMST 3011 - Argumentation and Debate

    3 cr.

    Argumentation as a method for critical inquiry. Emphasis on debate as argument exemplar with instruction in analysis, reasoning, and use of evidence. Participation in debates.

    (Formerly Speech 311-Debate.)


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  • CMST 3019 - Rhetoric/Public Address

    3 cr.

    Study of various communication contexts problems, and issues Rhetoric and Public Address.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 1001 , CMST 1018 , or CMST 2001  or consent of department head.
    (formerly CMST 325A)


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  • CMST 3020 - Forensics

    3 cr.

    Study of various communication contexts problems and issues in Forensics.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 1001 , CMST 1018 , or CMST 2001  or consent of department head.
    (formerly CMST 325B)


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  • CMST 3021 - Interpersonal Communication

    3 cr.

    Study of various communication contexts problems and issues in Interpersonal Communication.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 1001 , CMST 1018 , or CMST 2001  or consent of department head.
    (formerly CMST 325C)


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  • CMST 3022 - Organizational Communication

    3 cr.

    Study of various communication contexts problems and issues in Organizational Communication.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 1001 , CMST 1018 , or CMST 2001  or consent of department head.
    (formerly CMST 325D)


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  • CMST 3023 - Communication Theory

    3 cr.

    Study of various communication contexts problems and issues in Communication Theory.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 1001 , CMST 1018 , or CMST 2001  or consent of department head.
    (formerly CMST 325E)


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  • CMST 3024 - Instructional Communication

    3 cr.

    Study of various communication contexts problems and issues in Instructional Communication.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 1001 , CMST 1018 , or CMST 2001  or consent of department head.
    (formerly CMST 325F)


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  • CMST 3030 - Persuasion

    3 cr.

    A review of general theoretical approaches to persuasion and influence with focus on principles of persuasive communication and application of persuasive strategies.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 1001  or CMST 2001  or consent of instructor.


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  • CMST 3035 - Nonverbal Communication

    3 cr.

    The process of generating and interpreting messages from such nonverbal sources as space, physical appearance, time, facial expressions, and other nonverbal codes explored for effects on interpersonal relationships.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 1001 , CMST 1018 , or CMST 2001 .


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  • CMST 3041 - Communication and Gender

    3 cr.

    Exploration of how gender and communication interact, exploring how gender influences communication, how gender is communicated, and how communication influences our understandings of gender and what it means to be gendered beings.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 1001 , CMST 1018 , or 3004 or approval of the instructor.


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  • CMST 3044 - Organizational Communication

    3 cr.

    An introduction to the principles and theories of competent organizational communication. You will learn about the research and practice in this field.


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  • CMST 4004 - Intercultural Communication

    3 cr.

    An 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.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 1001 , CMST 1018 , or permission of instructor.
    May not be used as a substitute for a foreign language.


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  • CMST 4005 - Advanced Public Communication

    3 cr.

    Preparation and delivery of the principal types of speeches, with some attention to the miscellaneous types of speeches; rhetorical criticism. An effort is made to arrange outside speaking engagements for members of the class.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 1010  or CMST 2001 .


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  • 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.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 3005  or consent of instructor.


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  • 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.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 1018 ; CMST 3010 ; CMST 4004  or approval of instructor.


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  • CMST 4050 - Communication Theory

    3 cr.

    An analysis and evaluation of predominant communication theories that identify fundamental communicative forces in human action.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 1001 , CMST 3030 , CMST 1010  or CMST 2001  or approval of instructor.


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  • CMST 4051 - American Public Address

    3 cr.

    Provides a study of American public address from colonial times to the present.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 1001 , CMST 2001 , or approval of instructor.


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  • CMST 4052 - Criticism of Contemporary Communication

    3 cr.

    This course examines various aspects of contemporary communication.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 1001 , CMST 2001 , or approval of the instructor.


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  • CMST 4053 - Rhetoric of Social Movements

    3 cr.

    This course examines social movement.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 1001 , CMST 2001 , or approval of instructor.


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  • 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.

    Prerequisite(s): CMST 2060  or CMST 1001  or consent of instructor.


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  • CMST 4092 - Rhetoric and Public Address

    1-3 cr.

    Directed study in Rhetoric and Public Address.

    May be repeated for a total 6 credits.
    Prerequisite(s): Approval of department head.
    (formerly CMST 491A)


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  • CMST 4093 - Forensics

    1-3 cr.

    Directed study in Forensics.

    May be repeated for a total 6 credits.
    Prerequisite(s): Approval of department head.
    (formerly CMST 491B)


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  • CMST 4094 - Communication Studies

    1-3 cr.

    Directed study in Communication Studies.

    May be repeated for a total 6 credits.
    Prerequisite(s): Approval of department head.
    (formerly CMST 491C)


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  • CMST 4095 - Oral Interpretation

    1-3 cr.

    Directed study in Oral Interpretation.

    May be repeated for a total 6 credits.
    Prerequisite(s): Approval of department head.
    (formerly CMST 491D)


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Computer Information Systems

  
  • CINS 1001 - Microcomputer Operations

    3 cr.

    An introduction to information systems. Topics include hardware, operating systems, and application programs with hands-on experience. Not open to College of Business juniors and seniors.


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  • CINS 2005 - Introduction to Computer-Based Management Information Systems

    3 cr.

    Introduction to the use of the computer for business applications; productivity software (word processing, electronic spreadsheet, data management, and presentation graphics). CINS majors must earn a minimum grade of “C”.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of all developmental requirements.


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  • CINS 2012 - Word Processing

    3 cr.

    Introduction to word processing concepts and fundamentals of word processing operations; hands-on experience with microcomputer word processors. Laboratory work required.

    Prerequisite(s): 35 wpm keyboard competency, CSCI 1070 .


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  • CINS 2015 - Spreadsheet Applications

    3 cr.

    Intensive coverage of business spreadsheet models; including spreadsheet design, file-building techniques, graphics, and spreadsheet automation with macros.

    Prerequisite(s): CSCI 1070  or permission of instructor.


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  • CINS 2020 - Introduction to Business Programming

    3 cr.

    Fundamentals of problem solving, programming logic, and algorithm specification using various modeling tools; coding of algorithms in a programming language.

    Prerequisite(s): CSCI 1070 , MATH 1016  and completion of all developmental requirements, or permission of instructor.


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  • CINS 3002 - Intermediate Business Programming

    3 cr.

    Computer programming methods for business systems. Emphasizes contemporary programming environments and application development using a modern programming language.

    Prerequisite(s): CINS 2020 


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  • CINS 3006 - Data Base Application Development

    3 cr.

    Concepts related to modeling organizational data; emphasis on designing and implementing the Relational database model using both the Structured Query Language (SQL) and a graphical query interface.

    Prerequisite(s): CINS 2020 

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  • CINS 3040 - Networks and Data Communications

    3 cr.

    Concepts of data communications and networks and their impact on the business enterprise; issues pertaining to design, development, and implementation; hands-on experience with a network.

    Prerequisite(s): CSCI 1070 .


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  • CINS 3041 - Advanced Networking

    3 cr.

    Planning, building, and administering local area networks. Emphasis placed on installation, management, and maintenance of client/server networks. Coverage of TCP/IP, remote access, and other popular services.

    Prerequisite(s): CINS 3040 .


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