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CVE 100 Introduction to Civil and Environmental Engineering Spring Semester
This course further develops the basic drawing and planning skills introduced in EGR100, focusing on particular skills required of civil engineers. Coverage includes reading and creation of civil engineering drawings, interpretation of civil engineering specifications, and the basic operation of a civil engineering design firm. Students may be required to present material related to these topics as part of the course. The course will include a team design project. Prerequisite: EGR 100 with a grade of 2.0 or higher
2 credit hours
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CVE 220 Transportation Engineering Spring Semester
This course introduces the technical and policy aspects of transportation system design. Topics covered include analysis of traffic and capacity, theory behind traffic flow and traffic flow control, determination of transportation demand, and planning of a transportation system. This course includes several design projects based on these topics. Prerequisite: CVE 100 with a grade of 2.0 or higher
3 credit hours
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CVE 240 Engineering Geology Spring Semester
Students explore aspects of earth formations and rock as they relate to civil engineering. Students learn about different types of rock and rock formations. Students also learn to read and understand basic geologic maps and how geology relates to civil engineering practice. Particular emphasis will be placed on how the geology relates to site selection and preparation and how structures depend on and interact with the earth below them. Laboratory activities explore basic geologic identification and analysis. Prerequisite: CVE 100 with a grade of 2.0 or higher
4 credit hours
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CVE 280 Site Civil Engineering Spring Semester
This course introduces civil engineering students to the standards of professional practice, including the civil engineering code of ethics, and the basic tools for managment of civil engineering projects and site teams. The logistics of managing a project are discussed, including economic analysis and time mangement. Additionaly, the process of professional licensure is discussed in the context of the importance of licensure to the civil engineering field. Prerequisite: CVE 100 with a grade of 2.0 or higher
3 credit hours
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CVE 320 Geotechnical Engineering Fall Semester
This course builds upon knowledge of geology and strength of materials to introduce students to the behavior of soil materials in an engineering context. Topics include porosity and permeability of soils and clay masses, classification of soil materials, strength characteristics of soils, application of stress analysis techniques to soils, and stability of slopes. Basic discussion of foundation engineering will also be included. Prerequisite: CVE 240 and ME 264 with a grade of 2.0 or higher
3 credit hours
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CVE 321 Geotechnical Engineering Laboratory Fall Semester
This course complements the Geotechnical Engineering course, allowing students to perform laboratory experiments related to the concepts of that course. Students will perform standard tests to classify soils, to determine their mechanical behavior and to find strength characteristics. Written communication is emphasized in this course. Prerequisite: CVE 240 and ME 264 with a grade of 2.0 or higher Corequisite: CVE 320
1 credit hour
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CVE 340 Structural Engineering I Fall Semester
This course focuses on classic determinate structural analysis. Topics include loads, load paths, displacements of structures, the principle of virtual work, force methods of indeterminate structural analysis, structural optimization, beams and columns. A project requiring design and testing of a structure to meet given constraints will be required. Substantial emphasis will be placed on writing skills through a detailed design report. Prerequisite: ME 264 with a grade of 2.0 or higher
4 credit hours
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CVE 350 Environmental Engineering I Summer
This course builds upon knowledge of fluid mechanics and general chemistry to introduce students to the relationship between civil engineering systems and the environment. The chemistry of environmental systems is studied, as well as the fundamentals of the water cycle (hydrology). Students also learn about fundamental aspects of air pollution and solid waste, as well as basic techniques for their management. Prerequisite: CHM 134 and ME 360 with a grade of 2.0 or higher Corequisite: CVE 351
3 credit hours
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CVE 351 Environmental Engineering Laboratory Summer
This course covers methods for analyzing quality of water and wastewater. Students gain practice with equipment and techniques for analyzing air and water quality and for modeling environmental systems. Written communication is emphasized in this course. Prerequisite: CHM 134 and ME 360 with a grade of 2.0 or higher Corequisite: CVE 350
1 credit hour
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CVE 400 Capstone Design I Summer
Engineering Students, operating in design teams, apply principles of the design process to create a product or process to meet the needs of a customer. Projects may originate from industry, as a contest sponsored by a professional society, or other venues. The design team, with the guidance of a faculty advisor, must plan , direct, conduct and effecively communicate the results of the design effort through a professional engineering report and presentation. The design project will include material within and beyond the curriculum as well as technical and non-technical considerations. Design projects often result in a deliverable prototype. Prerequisite: CVE 220 , CVE 280 , CVE 320 , and CVE 340 with a grade of 2.0 or higher Corequisite: CVE 350
3 credit hours
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CVE 402 Capstone Design II Spring Semester
This course is a continuation of CVE 400 . Prerequisite: CVE 400 with a grade of 2.0 or higher
3 credit hours
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CVE 440 Structural Engineering II Spring Semester
This course explores modern methods for analyzing indeterminate structures. Topics include energy methods, direct stiffness, and matrix methods. Modern computer applications are introduced and used in the course. Design projects will be required. Prerequisite: CVE 340
3 credit hours
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CVE 442 Steel Structures Spring Semester
This course explores advanced topics relating to design of steel structures. Topics include connections, composite steel-concrete structures, torsion, stability, and standard construction codes. A design project emphasizing best current practice will be required. Prerequisite: CVE 340 with a grade of 2.0 or higher
3 credit hours
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CVE 444 Reinforced Concrete Structures Summer
This course explores advanced topics relating to design of reinforced concrete structures, using current standard design codes. Topics include properties of concrete and its reinforcement, different types of concrete beams, slabs, footings and prestressed concrete structures. A design project highlighting these topics will be required. Prerequisite: CVE 340 with a grade of 2.0 or higher
3 credit hours
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CVE 450 Environmental Engineering II Spring Semester
This course will build upon the fundamental knowledge provided in Environmental Engineering I by applying those fundamentals to the selection and design of equipment and processes for treatment, remediation, and restoration processes. The course will focus on treatment systems for air, water, and waste. The course will also cover environmental regulations and impact statements. Prerequisite: CVE 350 and CVE 351 with a grade of 2.0 or higher
3 credit hours
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CVE 454 Pollution and Waste Summer
This course covers pollutants and wastes that are commonly encountered by practicing civil engineers. It presents the principles of contaminant transport through air, streams, rivers, groundwater, and bodies of water. The course also addresses the characteristics and treatment of pollutants including solid and hazardous waste. Prerequisite: CVE 350 and CVE 351 with a grade of 2.0 or higher
3 credit hours
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CVE 458 Environmental Engineering Design Summer
This course focuses on environmental design concepts applied to buildings, facilities, and infrastructure. Topics will include green and sustainable design and LEED practices and certification. Green design will be covered for a variety of applications including site design, water management, energy usage, materials selection, and indoor air quality. Prerequisite: CVE 350 and CVE 351 with a grade of 2.0 or higher
3 credit hours
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CVE 460 Hydraulics Spring Semester
This course applies principles from fluid mechanics to hydraulic systems and water resources, with an emphasis on analysis and design. Topics covered include pipes and pumping systems, reservoirs and water storage systems, open channel systems for handling water and other liquids, groundwater and storm water management systems, and hydraulic machinery. A comprehensive design project will be included. Corequisite: ME 360 and ME 361 with a grade of 2.0 or higher
3 credit hours
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CVE 462 Water Management Summer
This course focuses on the science, engineering, planning, design, and operation of water resources and systems. Topics cover include: hydrology, surface and groundwater supplies, water conservation and utilization, water control including storm sewers and flood control, and waste water collection and treatment. Prerequisite: CVE 460 with a grade of 2.0 or higher
3 credit hours
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CM 104 Human Communication Fall-Spring Semester
This course provides an introduction to the dynamics of human communication and addresses communication needs in the student’s professional and personal life. In order to meet this goal, Human Communication focuses on (1) effective communication when speaking to another person, (2) communicating effectively when making decisions in a group setting, and (3) speaking effectively to an audience. Speaking, listening, and writing critically are expected in all course activities.
3 credit hours
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CM 120 Broadcast Performance I Fall-Spring Semesters
The intent of this course is to introduce the student to the fundamental elements necessary to perform in audio and video environments. Special emphasis is placed on development of the voice, breathing, articulation and enunciation, and camera presence. Students can expect to learn different performance techniques used in a variety of program formats including but not limited to news, talk, interviews, commercials, promos, and public service announcements.
3 credit hours
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CM 132 Radio Practicum Fall-Spring Semesters
This one-credit course provide a practical experiential learning environment for students interested in radio broadcast performance and production. Activity areas include on-air performance, news writing and delivery, programming, copy writing, voice tracking, live sports broadcasting, and student station administration.
1 credit hour
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CM 133 Radio Practicum Fall-Spring Semesters
This one-credit course provide a practical experiential learning environment for students interested in radio broadcast performance and production. Activity areas include on-air performance, news writing and delivery, programming, copy writing, voice tracking, live sports broadcasting, and student station administration.
1 credit hour
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CM 134 Radio Practicum Fall-Spring Semesters
This one-credit course provide a practical experiential learning environment for students interested in radio broadcast performance and production. Activity areas include on-air performance, news writing and delivery, programming, copy writing, voice tracking, live sports broadcasting, and student station administration.
1 credit hour
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CM 135 Radio Practicum Fall-Spring Semesters
This one-credit course provide a practical experiential learning environment for students interested in radio broadcast performance and production. Activity areas include on-air performance, news writing and delivery, programming, copy writing, voice tracking, live sports broadcasting, and student station administration.
1 credit hour
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CM 150 Beginning Sign Language Fall-Spring Semesters
This course is an introduction to American Sign Language, including the manual alphabet, an introduction to deaf culture, basic signs, and the history and place of signed communication in society.
1 credit hour
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CM 206 Communication Theory Fall-Spring Semesters
This course provides an introduction to the most important theories and principles of communication. Students learn to appreciate the use of theory and its application to a wide variety of communication contexts and behaviors.
3 credit hours
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CM 207 Rhetoric and Public Address Spring Semester
This course develops the study and research of the theoretical, philosophical, and historical bases of rhetorical theory from the ancient Greeks and Romans through the present day. Emphasis will be placed on rhetoric as a practical art (public address) and as scholarly pursuit (rhetorical criticism). Students will evaluate contemporary speeches applying developed skills.
3 credit hours
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CM 211 Mass Communication Fall-Spring Semesters
This course provides a survey of the theories, technologies, industries, and practice of mass communication. Included is an examination of the media as an institution of both popular culture and art, as well as the development of critical evaluation skills necessary for understanding the effects of mass communication on society.
3 credit hours
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CM 212 Public Speaking Fall and Spring Semesters
This course studies the theory and performance of public speaking. Emphasis is placed on audience analysis and the rhetorical situation. Considerable emphasis on effective skill development. Organization, content, style, and delivery will be studied. Prerequisite: FCO 105 with a grade of 2 or higher.
3 credit hours
Satisfies Foundations - Advanced Communication for “Generation Next”
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CM 220 Media Sales Fall Semester
This course is designed to introduce students to the lucrative profession of media sales and marketing. The process of prospecting, developing creative media-driven solutions to marketing problems and moving them from concept to measured media deliveries will be explored in this class. The course includes role-playing, case studies, media metrics, presentation skills, project work, and creative approaches to solution-based marketing.
3 credit hours
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CM 221 Introduction to Public Relations Fall-Spring Semesters
This course examines theory, strategies, and ethics used in the practice of public relations. Students focus on research, planning, audience reach, and evaluation of public relations in corporate, governmental, educational, and international settings. Students are introduced to written, spoken, and visual communication techniques. Students are evaluated by exams, quizzes, and assignments exploring areas of public relations.
3 credit hours
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CM 225 Introduction to New Media Fall-Spring Semester
This course will examine communication strategies in the new media landscape where traditional media and new media coexist. Students are introduced to the evolving world of new media and its impact on brand representation and promotion as parts of a larger strategic communication plan. This course will equip students with the ability to analyze current trends, consumer behavior, and innovation in new media and apply learned skills to design effective new media strategies. Students will use what they have learned throughout the semester to develop a comprehensive strategic communication plan that demonstrates understanding of how new media is utilized to reach an audience.
3 credit hours
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CM 226 Audio Production Fall-Spring Semesters
Audio Production I is an introductory course to the technology utilized in audio production and audio recording. Students will receive instruction in studio/control room recording techniques (i.e. acoustics, analog audio mixers, connectivity, microphone design/placement, and storage devices). Students will learn the process of recording live talent using digital technologies. Students are expected to produce professional quality audio projects. Application of audio production to radio and television broadcasting will also be discussed.
3 credit hours
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CM 231 Radio Production Fall-Spring Semester
This course develops theory and practice in radio studio production techniques, including operation of studio and control room equipment and remote production techniques. Students produce a variety of program material. 3 hours practicum. Prerequisite: CM 226 .
3 credit hours
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CM 242 Video Production I Fall-Spring Semesters
This course provides a study of the practical and aesthetic facts in basic video production, including the operation of cameras, lighting, performance, studio functions, editing, and electronic field production. Industry opportunities and practices are also addressed. 4 hours practicum. Prerequisite: CM 226 .
4 credit hours
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CM 246 Communication for Business Professionals Fall and Spring Semesters
This course will apply concepts of effective human communication in an organizational setting. The course will emphasize three primary contexts of human communication in the workplace: interpersonal communication, small group interactions and problem-solving, and public presentations. Students will be expected to demonstrate effective communication skills in a variety of graded exercises within each context. Applications of communication knowledge and skills to business-related issues and topics will be the focus of this course. Prerequisite: FCO 105 and FCO 210 (WRT210) .
3 credit hours
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CM 250 Advanced Sign Language Fall-Spring Semesters
This course is a more intensive examination of signed languages and deaf culture and an emphasis on language skills and increased vocabulary. Prerequisite: CM 150 .
1 credit hour
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CM 271 Print Media Writing Fall-Spring Semesters
This course provides an overview of the theory and practice of gathering, writing, and editing material for the media, including news stories and other types of articles used by the media. Students will learn journalistic style and contemporary media writing formats. In addition, the course will include legal and ethical considerations as well as responsibilities of journalists.
3 credit hours
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CM 304 Group Discussion Fall Semester, even-numbered years
This course provides a study of the theories and skills associated with group decision-making and problem-solving. Students learn the elements of participation and leadership, and will develop an understanding of how groups operate.
3 credit hours
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CM 310 Argumentation and Debate Fall Semester, even-numbered years
This course is an examination of traditional and contemporary theories of argumentation and debate including methods of reasoning in argumentation, issue analysis, and the strategy and tactics of case construction. Students will participate in debates.
3 credit hours
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CM 320 Broadcast Performance II Spring Semester
This is an upper-level course designed to develop the talent of the student seriously considering a career in professional audio or video performance. This course will focus on development of a recognizable and believable persona appropriate for most of the formats common to radio and television. Extensive attention is given to voice, movement, appearance, and camera/microphone presence. The course also focuses on development of a professional audition portfolio for audio and/or video. Prerequisite: CM 120 , CM 226 , CM 231 , CM 242 .
3 credit hours
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CM 321 Writing for Public Relations Fall-Spring Semesters
This course is designed to develop knowledge, skill, and abilities in the production of public relations materials for print, broadcast, and web-based media. Students are required to produce a portfolio of written materials, which may include media kits, brochures, releases, fact sheets, backgrounders, newsletters, feature articles, speeches, and public service announcements. Students are evaluated by exams and the quality of their written work. Prerequisite: CM 221 and CM 271 .
3 credit hours
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CM 322 Media Relations Fall Semester
This course offers knowledge and skills in understanding local, regional, national, and international media needs, function, and demands; theories and methods in developing news; pitching stories, facilitating and accommodating media in news conference, briefing and on-scene locations. The course will involve developing of media list matrix; coverage planning; sequential time planning, video news release development, production and satellite distribution; on-scene staging, pool coverage, web-based media support, coverage measurement and cost benefit analysis, audience analysis. Prerequisite: CM 221 and CM 321 .
3 credit hours
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CM 323 Publications Editing and Design Fall-Spring Semesters
This course will offer students the opportunity to learn and apply editing and design techniques to organizational publications. Students will learn to conceptualize, create, and design public relations materials for a variety of printed media to reach target audiences. Students will use appropriate desktop publishing software. While prior knowledge of publishing software is not necessary, students should have sufficient familiarity with computers to quickly learn how to use the software. Prerequisite: CM 321 .
3 credit hours
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CM 324 Public Relations Events and Promotions Spring Semester
Events are an important public relations tactic to communicate an organizational or client message to targeted publics in a dramatic, memorable way. This course details how events are used to help an organization or client meet goals and objectives. Topics include developing a strategic action plan for activities, budget, timetable, promotions, and communication, working with volunteers and the community; tactics involved with implementation of the event; and evaluation of the event’s effectiveness toward meeting goals. Prerequisite: CM 221 .
3 credit hours
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CM 327 Persuasion Fall Semester
A study of the history and theory of persuasion is the focus of this course. Course content includes a critical examination of the elements of persuasion, how persuasion functions in society, and the effects of communication contexts upon the structure of the persuasive message. Prerequisite: CM 206 .
3 credit hours
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CM 328 Organizational Communication Spring Semester, odd-numbered years
This course is an examination of how communication functions within an organizational setting. Course content focuses on the theories, flow, purpose and media used by organizations to communicate. Attention is also given to the methods by which organizational communication is evaluated. Prerequisite: CM 206 .
3 credit hours
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CM 329 Interpersonal Communication Spring Semester
Students will combine current theories of interpersonal communication and related concepts and apply these to daily interpersonal interactions with friends, family, peers, and coworkers. Prerequisite: CM 206 .
3 credit hours
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CM 330 Nonlinear Editing Fall Semester
This course is a study of nonlinear editing techniques used in the television and video industries. It is primarily concerned with the editing process in so far as it concerns projects, which regardless of the origination format will be finished on a digital format. Prerequisite: CM 341 .
3 credit hours
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CM 332 Broadcast Media Writing Spring Semester
This course emphasizes the application of creativity in copywriting and production of radio, television commercials, public service announcements, and promotions for broadcast and web-based platforms. Students concentrate on client need, audience analysis, idea conceptualization, scripting, timing, and production technique integration. Students are responsible for the production of script copy portfolios and spot or program production. Prerequisite: CM 226 and CM 242 .
3 credit hours
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CM 333 Broadcast Portfolio I Spring Semester
Broadcast Portfolio I offers the student the opportunity to obtain practical experience in basic studio and field production of a broadcast quality live and pre-recorded program. Students are responsible for performing most of the tasks involved in programming of this type. Prerequisite: CM 242 .
3 credit hours
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CM 336 Audio Production II Fall Semester
This course is a continuation of Audio Production I, stressing a higher level of technical and aesthetic skills. Instruction focuses on developing the complex skills involved with using computer-based audio production system Protools and digital audio mixing consoles as it applies to audio, music, radio, and video production. Prerequisite: CM 226
3 credit hours
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CM 340 News Writing and Production Fall Semester
This intensive newsroom and studio course introduces students to broadcast journalism, news-gathering, and producing and on-air newscast delivery. Students are responsible for learning and using digital affiliate news products and computer-based news production software. This course requires extensive concentration to local, regional, national and international news, the art and practice of news writing, and serves as the foundational course for those interested in careers in broadcast news producing, reporting and anchoring. Prerequisite: CM 226 and CM 242 .
3 credit hours
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CM 341 Video Production II Fall-Spring Semesters
This advanced digital video production course concentrates on the art and practice of documentary storytelling. Students are required to critically research and effectively pitch a documentary story, and its production process, including storyline, treatment, budget, equipment, execution, and distribution. After concept approval, students will apply elements of video composition and pre-and postproduction techniques in shooting and editing a factual or reality-based documentary project. Students also engage in aesthetic criticism throughout the process. 4 hours practicum. Prerequisite: CM 242 .
4 credit hours
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CM 355 Broadcast and Online Reporting Spring Semester
This advanced news course involves the study and skill development of reporting in the convergent environment of broadcast and online news. Students will learn journalistic newsgathering skills, specific writing styles for broadcast and for the web, delivery styles, live and package productions, and media ethics. Students who intensely desire a career in broadcast and online reporting, photojournalism and news editing will be required to cover local news and produce broadcast quality reports. Each student will produce air checks and prepare a career plan to enter the discipline of news after graduation. Prerequisite: CM 340 .
3 credit hours
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CM 402 Communication Seminar Fall Semester
This capstone course for Speech Communication majors involves an intensive examination of communication theories and concepts through directed research and writing. Students develop skills in qualitative and quantitative research and data analysis. Course evaluation requires successful completion of a formal communication research project. Prerequisite: The completion of 90 credit hours, including 12 credits in Speech or Public Relations courses.
3 credit hours
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CM 410 Media Management Fall-Spring Semesters
This course explores the duties, tasks, and responsibilities of a media manager within a multi-dimensional corporate environment. Issues of staffing, budgeting, production scheduling, equipment acquisition, planned obsolescence, and delivery mechanisms will be discussed. Particular emphasis will be placed on planning and managing expanding applications of media technologies throughout the organization. Prerequisite: CM 242 .
3 credit hours
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CM 415 Public Relations Planning Fall-Spring Semesters
This course provides an in-depth study of the strategic planning process used in developing, implementing, and evaluating public relations programs to achieve organizational objectives. Award-winning public relations strategies are analyzed to determine how practitioners solve problems in a variety of situations. Students develop a strategic plan as a group project. Prerequisite: CM 221 .
3 credit hours
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CM 421 Public Relations Campaigns Fall-Spring Semesters
Students work as agency groups responsible for the development of a public relations campaign for a client organization. Students are evaluated by assessment of campaigns and related presentations. Prerequisite: CM 321 , CM 415 , and the completion of 90 credit hours
3 credit hours
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CM 423 Crisis Communications Management Spring Semester
This course is designed to help prepare future public relations managers to plan for and to manage communications for organizations during a crisis. Topics include: defining and identifying types of crises, developing communications plans for crises, defining and understanding the roles of risk management and issues management, and learning techniques for managing communications before, during, and after a crisis event. Students will develop a crisis communication plan. Prerequisite: CM 415 .
3 credit hours
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CM 426 Audio Production III Spring Semester
Audio Production III is designed for students with a strong commitment to the study of music recording and production. The course provides an intensive analysis of field and studio recording techniques with an emphasis on multi-track audio production and engineering. Advanced ProTools audio software methods are explored. Techniques of music production, sound design, and live/field recording are examined. Prerequisite: CM 336
3 credit hours
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CM 431 Advanced Production Fall Semester
Advanced Production affords students the opportunity to concentrate for a semester on the intensive production of professional quality narrative, documentary, journalistic, and/or experimental video projects. Prerequisite: CM 341 .
3 credit hours
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CM 433 Broadcast Portfolio II Spring Semester
This course offers eligible students practical experience in advanced television studio and field production duties, tasks and responsibilities for the purpose of producing a live and pre-recorded broadcast quality program. Students will assume the roles of above-the-line personnel. Prerequisite: CM 341 .
3 credit hours
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CM 434 Media Law and Ethics Fall-Spring Semesters
This course examines both the law and ethics of media use as they apply to the concerns of the public relations and media professional. Issues covered include privacy, censorship, defamation, obscenity, access to information, false advertising, and media regulations, among others. Prerequisite: CM 206 .
3 credit hours
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CM 444 Special Topics in Communication
This course involves a study of selected themes and issues in communication, such as gender communication, health communication, and political communication. The specific topics may be suggested by faculty members or students. Students may take this course only once.
3 credit hours
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CM 450 Communication Internship
This course involves student work experiences at selected cooperating firms and organizations of interest to the student. The opportunity is designed to apply student course knowledge, skill and ability in a professional work setting, under on-site supervision. Prerequisite: Students are required to spend a minimum of 120 hours work on site. Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application and departmental approval of each student participant’s individual program.
3 credit hours
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CM 451 Communication Internship
This course involves student work experiences at selected cooperating firms and organizations of interest to the student. The opportunity is designed to apply student course knowledge, skill and ability in a professional work setting, under on-site supervision. Prerequisite: Students are required to spend a minimum of 120 hours work on site. Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application and departmental approval of each student participant’s individual program.
3 credit hours
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CM 498 Independent Study
This course provides an opportunity for the student who wishes to undertake a well-defined research project. While the student conducts work under the guidance of a faculty member of his or her own choosing, the project is carried out in an independent manner without regular class meetings. Prerequisite: Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application.
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CM 499 Independent Study
This course provides an opportunity for the student who wishes to undertake a well-defined research project. While the student conducts work under the guidance of a faculty member of his or her own choosing, the project is carried out in an independent manner without regular class meetings. Prerequisite: Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application.
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CS 100 CPADS (Computer Science Practice and Design Studio) Fall Semester
This course introduces basic topics in computing. PC hardware components will be discussed along with assembly of a system. The students will then install several different operating systems and set up a basic network configuration. Basic programming structures will be introduced using a simple scripting language. Students are required to complete a group project involving computer hardware or software.
3 credit hours
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CS 101 Fundamentals of Computer Science I Spring Semester
This course introduces the fundamental techniques of algorithm design and program construction using procedural constructs. Topics will include problem analysis; algorithm design; and implementation and debugging strategies using good programming practices. The course will cover basic data structures including variables, arrays, strings, records, and pointers; and control structures including decisions, iterations, functions, and file I/O. The course will focus on applications from computer science and engineering using C/C++/C#. 3 lecture hours.
3 credit hours
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CS 201 Fundamentals of Computer Science II Fall Semester
This course introduces advanced object-oriented constructs such as abstraction, virtual methods, and generic classes. Advanced data structures including arrays, linked lists, queues, stacks, trees, heaps, and hash tables will be discussed both natively as well as through standard template libraries. Fundamental sorting and searching algorithms will be introduced. Basic analytical and proof techniques will be used to characterize the data structures and algorithms discussed. The course will focus on implementing applications from computer science and engineering using languages such as C++/C#/Java. Prerequisite: CS101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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CS 320 Software Engineering and Design Spring Semester
This course describes the software development process in detail, including the software life cycle and models of software development; requirements analysis and software design techniques, including structured analysis and object-oriented approaches; techniques for software quality assurance, including design reviews, testing, metrics, and an introduction to program verification; and software project planning, organization, and management. Students will be expected to participate in a team-programming project. Prerequisite: CS 201 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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CS 330 Network Applications and Protocols Fall Semester
The course covers computer networks from the application layer down to the physical layer, with emphasis on the application, transport, and network layers. Topics will include network applications and protocols, layered services, reliable transport, routing, link layer protocols, and network security. Lab exercises and programming assignments will provide hands-on experience developing network applications and protocols. Prerequisite: with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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CS 340 Programming Language Design Fall Semester
This course examines the semantics of programming languages. Topics include formal specifications of syntax, declarations, binding, allocation, data structures, data types, control structures, control and data flow; the implementation and execution of programs; and functional programming versus imperative programming. Other possible topics include nonprocedural and logic programming; object-oriented programming; and program verification. Prerequisite: CS 201 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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CS 350 Data Structures Fall Semester
This course is an in-depth examination of important data structures, their algorithms, and implementation techniques. Both abstract and concrete data structures are discussed including sequences, stacks, queues, maps, sets, graphs, array lists, linked lists, skip lists, search trees, heaps, and hash tables. Students will implement and apply the data structures through a series of programming assignments. Prerequisite: CS 201 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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CS 360 Analysis of Algorithms Spring Semester
This course studies fundamental algorithms, strategies for designing algorithms and mathematical tools for analyzing algorithms. Fundamental algorithms studied in this course include graph algorithms; algorithms for sorting and searching; hashing; integer arithmetic; and selected combinatorial tasks. Mathematical tools include asymptotic notations and methods for solving recurrences. Algorithm design strategies include the greedy method, divide-and-conquer, dynamic programming, and randomization. Prerequisite: CS 201 and CS 350 and (MAT 235 or ECE 335 or MAT 280 ) with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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CS 365 Parallel and Distributed Computing Spring Semester
This course explores the theory and practice of designing and implementing programs to run on multiple processors in parallel. A number of programming projects using C/C++ with the pthreads and MPI libraries will provide an opportunity to implement and benchmark parallel programs. Additional topics may include OpenMP, fork/join frameworks, Java threads, lock-free and optimistic concurrency, distributed object frameworks, and general network communication using sockets. Prerequisite: CS 350 and with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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CS 370 Computer Graphics Programming I Fall Semester
This course introduces the fundamental concepts in computer graphics programming. Topics include color models, basic coordinate transformations and clipping, raster and vector models, basic rendering techniques., lighting, and texture mapping. Additionally programmable shaders will be introduced through current graphics API shader languages. Students will demonstrate these topics through projects using a standard graphics API as the programming platform. Prerequisite: CS 201 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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CS 375 Web and Mobile Applications Spring
This course covers the design and development of web and mobile applications. Through a series of individual assignments, students will explore techniques and technologies to create user interfaces and back-end services for web and mobile applications. In a team-based final project, groups of students will design and implement a complete application with web and/or mobile user interfaces. Prerequisite: CS 320
3 credit hours
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CS 420 Operating Systems Fall Semester
This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of operating systems. Topics include inter-process communication, process scheduling, deadlock, memory management, virtual memory, file systems, and distributed systems. Formal principles are illustrated with examples and case studies of one or more contemporary operating systems. Also, students will study a widely used operating system such as Windows or UNIX with an emphasis on system programming for the operating system. Topics include kernel design, the I/O system, scheduling algorithms, process control, inter-process communication, system calls, and memory management. Prerequisite: CS 340 or ECE 260 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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CS 456 Social and Professional Issues in Computing Spring Semester
This course studies the social impact, implications and effects of computers, and the responsibilities of computer professionals in directing the emerging technology. Specific topics include an overview of the history of computing, computer applications and their impact, the computing profession, the legal and ethical responsibilities of professionals, and careers in computing. Prerequisite: Minimum of 89 credits.
3 credit hours
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CS 470 Advanced Graphics Programming Fall Semester
This course is a follow up to CS 370 and will explore more advanced graphics programming topics. Topics will include creating geometry using meshes, applying stencil and accumulation buffers for shadows, developing both application and GPU particle systems, advanced lighting effects, environment and cube maps, and other advanced shader effects. Both HLSL (DirectX) and GLSL (OpenGL) shader languages will be used for implementation of the various shader effects. Students will demonstrate their knowledge through several projects throughout the semester. Prerequisite: CS 370 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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CS 481 Senior Software Project I Fall Semester
Student teams will complete a substantial project provided by sponsors drawn from both industry and research organizations. These projects will be developed under the direction of the course instructor and members of the sponsoring organization. Prerequisite: CS 320 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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CS 482 Senior Software Project II Spring Semester
This course is an elective course for Computer Science majors. It is a continuation of CS 481 (Senior Software Project I). It is also to be taken by the student (or student team) provided the project begun in CS 481 is considered to be large enough to warrant two full semesters of project activity. The course instructor and members of the sponsoring organization will determine if this condition is met. The two most likely cases are: projects of a type that have taken two semesters when they have been completed by student-industry teams before, or projects which grow into a larger project as unforeseen positive results in CS 481 warrant further investigation into a fruitful area(s) that will take another semester to complete. Prerequisite: CS 481 .
3 credit hours
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CS 490 Computer Science Internship I
This is an elective course for Computer Science majors. In it, the student carries out a planned and supervised work experience in the field of computer science at a selected cooperating firm. The student may undergo supplementary training provided by the firm. The student will be required to submit a final report of the internship experience and will be subject to a final performance appraisal by his/her employer. The program requires approximately 10 hours per week for 12 weeks. Prerequisite: Students are required to spend a minimum of 120 hours work on site. Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application.
3 credit hours
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CS 491 Computer Science Internship II
This is an elective course for Computer Science majors. In it, the student carries out a planned and supervised work experience in the field of computer science at a selected cooperating firm. The student may undergo supplementary training provided by the firm. The student will be required to submit a final report of the internship experience and will be subject to a final performance appraisal by his/her employer. The program requires approximately 10 hours per week for 12 weeks. Prerequisite: CS 490 Students are required to spend a minimum of 120 hours work on site. Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application.
3 credit hours
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CS 496 Special Topics in Computer Science
This course is designed to present relevant topics in the rapidly changing computer field. This course will typically be restricted to upper-level computer science majors and offered based on staff availability and student interest.
3 credit hours
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CS 497 Special Topics in Computer Science
This course is designed to present relevant topics in the rapidly changing computer field. This course will typically be restricted to upper-level computer science majors and offered based on staff availability and student interest.
3 credit hours
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CS 498 Independent Study
This course enables a student to carry out undergraduate research or in-depth study in a specialized area of computer science. A faculty member of the student’s choice will advise the work which may or may not have regular class meetings. Effective independent study is characterized by guidance rather than formal instruction by faculty with an increase in student initiative and responsibility for their own learning. Prerequisite: Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application.
1-6 credit hours
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CJA 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice
This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of criminal justice as an academic discipline. Focus will be placed on the social and historical contexts of crime and the administration of law enforcement, courts, and correctional systems within the United States. All students majoring in Criminal Justice must earn a 2.0 or higher in CJA101 before taking additional Criminal Justice courses.
3 credit hours
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CJA 110 Juvenile Delinquency
This course introduces students to the history and development of the concept of delinquency, nature and extent of delinquency, theories of delinquency, and environmental influences on delinquency. Prerequisite: CJA 101 .
3 credit hours
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CJA 203 Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice
The course introduces students to the foundations of philosophical and moral thinking. These principles are then related to criminal justice settings with cases and readings that focus on professional oriented ethical issues encountered in the administration of justice. Prerequisite: CJA 101 .
3 credit hours
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CJA 234 Law Enforcement
This course examines the history and development of American law enforcement. The course critically examines the role of law enforcement in a modern society and the methods used to control crime. The course includes a review of federal, state and local agencies. Prerequisite: CJA 101 .
3 credit hours
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CJA 236 Criminalistics Fall and Spring
This is the first course in the Forensic Science curriculum. It is designed as a scientific overview of several areas of forensic science. some of the areas of study are history of criminalistics, legal aspects of evidence analysis, expert witnesses, ethics, fingerprinting, impression evidence, handwriting analysis, trace analysis, firearms, forensic serology and DNA analysis, fire debris analysis, explosives, drug analysis and toxicology. This course is cross-listed as FCM210. 3 class periods. 1 three-hour laboratory (FCM211/CJA237). Corequisite: CJA237
4 credit hours
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CJA 302 Criminal Law
This course provides an examination of substantive criminal law including general principles of criminal liability, the elements of crimes and defenses to criminal charges. Sentencing and punishment as they pertain to criminal law will also be discussed. Students are encouraged to have a Junior standing when taking this course. Prerequisite: CJA 101 .
3 credit hours
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CJA 303 Gender and Crime
This course examines the variations of punishment and patterns in female criminality vs. male criminality across age, class, and race. This course will also examine the strengths and weaknesses of theories of crime as applied to women as victims and offenders and explores the occupational segregation by gender in criminal justice professions. This course is cross-listed as WGS 303 . Prerequisite: CJA 101 .
3 credit hours
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CJA 305 Criminal Investigation
This course comprehensively examines the fundamental principles and practices of criminal investigation. It includes the history of investigations, technical advances in physcial evidence retrival, the academic study of interrogation, and crime scene examination of both property and personal crime. Where appropriate, students will have the opportunity for practical demonstrations and participation in forensic techniques and examination. Prerequisite: CJA 101 .
3 credit hours
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CJA 310 Victimology
This course examines the field of victimology including the history, development, and current treatment of crime victims within the criminal justice system. Included in the course are critical examinations of theories of victimization, as well as, policies and programs designed to help victims of crime. Prerequisite: CJA 101 .
3 credit hours
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