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2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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CHM 339 Instrumental Analytical Chemistry Lab Spring
This is the laboratory course which accompanies Instrumental Analytical Chemistry lecture. Students will perform experiments and engage in activities which incorporate learning objectives from the lecture. 2 three-hour labs. Corequisite: CHM 338
0 credit hours
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CHM 344 Physical Chemistry I Fall
As an introduction to quantum chemistry, this course will begin with a detailed examination of the electronic structure of atoms and molecules and build an understanding of how to predict properties and reactivities of chemical substances. The course includes extensive discussion of modern computational techniques as well as practical exercises involving molecular modeling. 3 lecture hours. Prerequisite: PHY 112 and PHY 113 or PHY 162 , CHM 236 and CHM 237 , MAT 291 , MAT 272 . Corequisite: CHM 345 .
4 credit hours
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CHM 345 Physical Chemistry I Lab Fall
This is the laboratory course which accompanies Physical Chemistry I lecture. Students will perform experiments and engage in activities which incorporate learning objectives from the lecture. 1 three-hour lab. Corequisite: CHM 344
0 credit hours
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CHM 346 Physical Chemistry II Spring
This continuation of Physical Chemistry is a calculus-based examination of molecular spectroscopy, group theory, non-ideal gases, statistical mechanics, thermodynamics, chemical equilibria, and chemical kinetics. All topics are presented from a purely molecular-level viewpoint, building from the theoretical principles discussed in Physical Chemistry I. 3 lecture hours. Prerequisite: CHM 344 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. Corequisite: CHM 347
4 credit hours
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CHM 347 Physical Chemistry II Lab Spring
This is the laboratory course which accompanies Physical Chemistry II lecture. Students will perform experiments and engage in activities which incorporate learning objectives from the lecture. 1 three-hour lab. Corequisite: CHM 346
0 credit hours
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CHM 362 Special Topics in Chemistry
These are upper-level courses focusing on chemistry-related topics that are of particular interest to science majors but that are not currently covered in the Chemistry curriculum. Subject matter may include advanced Chemistry topics as well as topics that have immediate impact on our society. Courses may be offered in either a lecture format or a combination of lecture and laboratory.
3 credit hours
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CHM 364 Special Topics in Chemistry
These are upper-level courses focusing on chemistry-related topics that are of particular interest to science majors but that are not currently covered in the Chemistry curriculum. Subject matter may include advanced Chemistry topics as well as topics that have immediate impact on our society. Courses may be offered in either a lecture format or a combination of lecture and laboratory.
3 credit hours
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CHM 366 Special Topics in Chemistry
These are upper-level courses focusing on chemistry-related topics that are of particular interest to science majors but that are not currently covered in the Chemistry curriculum. Subject matter may include advanced Chemistry topics as well as topics that have immediate impact on our society. Courses may be offered in either a lecture format or a combination of lecture and laboratory.
3 credit hours
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CHM 368 Special Topics in Chemistry
These are upper-level courses focusing on chemistry-related topics that are of particular interest to science majors but that are not currently covered in the Chemistry curriculum. Subject matter may include advanced Chemistry topics as well as topics that have immediate impact on our society. Courses may be offered in either a lecture format or a combination of lecture and laboratory.
3 credit hours
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CHM 370 Bioinorganic Chemistry Spring
This course explores the inorganic chemistry related to the cell’s need for metals. Topics include principles of coordination chemistry, the role of proteins and nucleic acids in metal complexes, and the reactivity of metal complexes within metalloenzymes. Additional matters related to metals in medicine, metal uptake and availability, metal toxicity, catalytic cycles with and without redox chemistry, and electron transport are covered. The course also includes an introduction to instrumentation and research within the field of bioinorganic chemistry. Prerequisite: and CHM 237 , or .
3 credit hours
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CHM 372 Introduction to Toxicology Fall even-numbered years
This course will provide an introduction to chemical, clinical, environmental, industrial and forensic aspects of toxicology, including classes of toxicants; toxicant processing, toxic action and organ toxicity; applied toxicology; and analytical techniques. Mechanisms, toxicant processing, environmental and other impacts, and current research will also be covered. It is strongly suggested (although not required) that students complete BIO 150 and BIO 151 , or an appropriate course in biology prior to taking CHM372. Prerequisite: CHM 234 and CHM 235 .
3 credit hours
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CHM 434 Advanced Organic Chemistry
This advanced course in organic chemistry is a study of the principles and applications of physical, theoretical, and mechanistic organic chemistry. Topics include methods of synthesis of organic molecules, kinetics and mechanisms of organic reactions, structure-activity relationship, and spectroscopy. Prerequisite: CHM 236 and CHM 237 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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CHM 455 Professional Practice in Chemistry and Forensic Chemistry Spring
This laboratory-based course is designed to give the advanced student laboratory experience in chemistry and forensic chemistry. The course will focus on practical skills and knowledge required for work and applications in the field. In several simulated court presentations, students sharpen their skill in presenting information related to their chosen field as a scientific expert. Topics include advanced analytical chemistry, instrumentation, and forensic evidence analysis. Further experience is inorganic, physical, and organic chemistry may be included. 2 three-hour lab periods. Prerequisite: CHM 236 , CHM 237 , CHM 338 , and CHM 339 .
2 credit hours
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CHM 461 Chemistry Research Fall/Spring
This course represents in-depth study in a specialized area of chemistry research that is chosen by the student. This may involve novel research that contributes to the general knowledge of science or a review of topics that connects the existing knowledge in a new way. Faculty mentoring plays an integral role in the completion of this course as does the fostering of student responsibility for the learning and research processes. Students must have earned 60 or more credits at the time of enrollment.
2 credit hours
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CHM 462 Chemistry Research Fall/Spring
This course represents in-depth study in a specialized area of chemistry research that is chosen by the student. This may involve novel research that contributes to the general knowledge of science or a review of topics that connects the existing knowledge in a new way. Faculty mentoring plays an integral role in the completion of this course as does the fostering of student responsibility for the learning and research processes. Students must have earned 60 or more credits at the time of enrollment.
2 credit hours
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CHM 463 Chemistry Research Fall/Spring
This course represents in-depth study in a specialized area of chemistry research that is chosen by the student. This may involve novel research that contributes to the general knowledge of science or a review of topics that connects the existing knowledge in a new way. Faculty mentoring plays an integral role in the completion of this course as does the fostering of student responsibility for the learning and research processes. Students must have earned 60 or more credits at the time of enrollment.
2 credit hours
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CHM 464 Chemistry Research Fall/Spring
This course represents in-depth study in a specialized area of chemistry research that is chosen by the student. This may involve novel research that contributes to the general knowledge of science or a review of topics that connects the existing knowledge in a new way. Faculty mentoring plays an integral role in the completion of this course as does the fostering of student responsibility for the learning and research processes. Students must have earned 60 or more credits at the time of enrollment.
2 credit hours
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CHM 481 Independent Study
This course sequence represents in-depth study in a specialized area of chemistry that is chosen by the student. This may involve novel research that contributes to the general knowledge of science or a review of topics that connects the existing knowledge in a new way. Faculty mentoring plays an integral role in the completion of this course as does the fostering of student responsibility for the learning and research processes. Prerequisite: CHM 336 and CHM 338 Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application.
1-3 credit hours
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CHM 482 Independent Study
This course sequence represents in-depth study in a specialized area of chemistry that is chosen by the student. This may involve novel research that contributes to the general knowledge of science or a review of topics that connects the existing knowledge in a new way. Faculty mentoring plays an integral role in the completion of this course as does the fostering of student responsibility for the learning and research processes. Prerequisite: CHM 336 and CHM 338 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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CHM 490 Chemistry Internship
This off-campus internship is designed to give the students an opportunity to make use of the practical aspects of their classroom knowledge, thus developing their confidence and understanding through experience. The corporate supervisor and the faculty supervisor will evaluate student’s performance. Prerequisite: Junior standing, CHM 236 and CHM 237 , and departmental approval of each participant’s individual program. 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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Chinese |
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CHN 101 Elementary Chinese I Fall
This course will introduce students to the Chinese phonological system; novice-level rudiments of written and oral communication in Mandarin Chinese; and traditions, beliefs, and values forming the basis of Chinese culture. This course is intended for beginners.
3 credit hours
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CHN 102 Elementary Chinese II Spring
This course expands and builds upon the skills learned in Chinese 101, to provide students with a novice-level foundation in Mandarin Chinese listening, speaking, reading, writing, and culture. Prerequisite: CHN 101
3 credit hours
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Civil Engineering |
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CVE 210 Sustainable Engineering Fall
Sustainability has become of paramount concern in the 21st century, as we grapple with the global challenges, such as access to clean water and medicine, increasing demand for energy, environmental degradation, climate change, and the knowledge that our planet has limited resources. This course is an examination of the concept of sustainability and its application to the infrastructure that sustains society (e.g., water supply and distribution, energy production and delivery systems, food and agriculture, material construction and waste, etc.). This course provides an introduction to the current state of the science and public policy, as well as, a review of the physical, chemical, ecological, and economic principles used to examine interactions between humans and the natural environment. This is a discussion-based course and active participation is expected of all students.
3 credit hours
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CVE 280 Civil Engineering Site Design Spring
This course introduces civil engineering students to the standards of professional practice, including the civil engineering code of ethics and licensure, and the basic tools for collecting field data for civil engineering site design projects. Specifically, the course covers the skills of determining site layout and access, establishing site contour and drainage, installation of utilities, elementary surveying, and the creation of drawings using a computer aided drafting software. Corequisite: CVE 281 .
4 credit hours
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CVE 281 Civil Engineering Site Design Laboratory Spring
This course allows students to apply concepts learned in CVE 280 and to gain applicable experience in field surveying techniques utilizing auto-level and total station survey instruments. 1 three-hour lab period. Corequisite: CVE 280
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CVE 300 Infrastructure Engineering Spring
The complex and interconnected nature of infrastructures is investigated. This course provides students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to effectively design, build, manage, maintain, and analyze our public works by considering societal, economic, environmental, political, and other impacts in addition to the technical considerations, that they will receive in other engineering classes. This course will explore themes such as stakeholder engagement, public policy, resilience, and sustainability as related to infrastructure. Students explore the non-technical factors necessary for the functioning of infrastructure and the course provides a basis for understanding the complexity and cost of maintaining, rebuilding, and developing infrastructure. Major blocks of instruction include infrastructure as a system, water and wastewater, transportation, and energy. Several in-class scenarios are used to synthesize the connectivity between the major items of infrastructure. Finally, the interdisciplinary knowledge gained is employed to analyze infrastructure through a culminating project that synthesizes interdisciplinary knowledge to solve a real-world challenge. Complex or advanced mathematics is not needed in the course as the focus of the course is to provide students with a holistic view of infrastructure.
3 credit hours
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CVE 320 Transportation Engineering Summer
This course provides students with a solid introduction to the principles of transportation engineering with a focus on highway engineering and traffic analysis. The material learned will provide the basic skill set that will allow students to solve transportation problems that are likely to appear in professional practice, on the Fundamentals of Engineering exam (FE), and on the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam (PE). Prerequisite: CVE 280 and CVE 281 , and MAT 350 .
3 credit hours
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CVE 330 Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering Summer
An introduction to the field of geotechnical engineering, focused on soil mechanics - the study of soil properties which govern the use of soil as a construction or foundation material. The course is devoted to describing and classifying soils, identifying basic physical and mechanical structural characteristics, analyzing soil stresses, analyzing flow through porous media, and determining consolidation settlement, earth pressures, and slope stability. Concepts will also be introduced for foundation design, use of geosynthetics, and soil improvement techniques, based upon the applicable engineering principles and recognition of the fundamental concepts of soil behavior. Prerequisite: EGR 264 and EGR 265 . Corequisite: CVE 331 .
4 credit hours
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CVE 331 Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering Summer
This laboratory course will explore various techniques and procedures for soil analysis, including grain-size analysis, Atterberg limits, Proctor compaction tests, and permeability tests. Students will examine soil properties and extract necessary parameters for design. 1 three-hour laboratory. Corequisite: CVE 330
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CVE 340 Structural Analysis Fall
This course addresses the analysis and design of basic structural forms such as beams, trusses, and frames, which are found in bridges and buildings. Classical deflection techniques such as direct integration and virtual work; and indeterminate analysis techniques such as the force method and displacement methods (specifically direct stiffness) are used to determine forces and deflections in elastic structures. Structural analysis computer programs are introduced and directly applied in the solution of graded analysis. Prerequisite: ME/EGR 264 and ME/EGR 265 , and FCO 105 .
4 credit hours
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CVE 350 Introduction to Environmental Engineering
This course introduces the relationship between civil engineering systems and the environment. Students will study the fundamentals of environmental systems, including the engineering principles of physical, chemical, and biological processes relating to protecting environmental quality and human health. Topics will include managing pollution and hazardous waste, environmental legislation, and chemical/biochemical cycles as they relate to water, land, and air. Prerequisite: CHM 134 , CHM 135 and MAT 172 . Corequisite: CVE 351
4 credit hours
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CVE 351 Environmental Engineering Laboratory
In this course, students will refine laboratory skills and techniques required for basic environmental measurements. Topics explored will include chemical equilibrium, chemical kinetics, water quality parameters, and general experimental design. Measurement techniques covered will include pH, conductivity, nutrient concentrations, and dissolved oxygen. 1 three-hour laboratory. Corequisite: CVE 350 .
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CVE 361 Civil Engineering Fluid Mechanics Lab Fall
The main intent of this course is to supplement and enhance the material taught the Fluid Mechanics lectures via hands-on laboratory experiments. Additionally, this course is designed to (1) provide experience with the setup, calibration, and execution of experiments; (2) demonstrate the important aspects of data analysis and evaluation; and (3) give experience designing and conducting experiments. The course is split into two parts. In the first part students conduct a series of experiments designed to demonstrate principles of fluid mechanics. A wide range of state-of-the-art laboratory facilities are available for these experiments. In the second part, students, working in teams, are required to design, construct, and execute an experiment of their own. Technical writing is emphasized. CVE majors only. Prerequisite: EGR 250 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. Corequisite: EGR 360
1 credit hour
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CVE 362 Hydraulics and Hydrology Summer
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, open channel systems, and storm water management systems. This course includes a comprehensive design project. Prerequisite: EGR 360 . Corequisite: CVE 363 .
4 credit hours
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CVE 363 Hydraulics and Hydrology Laboratory Summer
1 three-hour laboratory. Corequisite: CVE 362
0 credit hours
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CVE 380 Construction Engineering Fall
This course focuses on the implementation portion of the design process. The management of construction is covered to include scope of work, rough order-of-magnitude estimating, scheduling, planning, progress reporting, resource constraining, and quality control. The roles of the contractor, owner, and designer are explained. Prerequisite: CVE 280 and CVE 281 .
3 credit hours
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CVE 400 Civil Engineering Systems Design I Spring
Engineering students, operating in design teams, apply principles of the design process to create a conceptual design to meet a customer’s need for solving a complex problem that may involve multiple technical areas of civil engineering. 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 effectively communicate the results of the design efforts through an appropriate engineering report and presentation. The design project is by nature, an open ended, complex problem with no single right or wrong answer and will include material within and beyond the curriculum, technical and non-technical considerations, and incorporate engineering standards and multiple constraints, which may include; constraints, include accessibility, aesthetics, codes, constructability, cost, legal considerations, maintainability, policy, regulations, schedule, standards, sustainability, or usability. Prerequisite: CVE 340 , CVE 350 and CVE 351 , CVE 362 and CVE 363 , and CVE 380 .
3 credit hours
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CVE 402 Civil Engineering Systems Design II Spring
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 405 Civil Engineering Professional Practice Seminar Spring
This seminar consists of weekly class attendances during the spring semester and includes all senior students in the Civil Engineering major. The course focuses on issues related to the professional practice of civil engineering, and is intended to augment and enrich the students’ CVE 400 capstone design experience. Topics include professional roles and responsibilities, professional registration, continuing education, engineering ethics, procurement of work, personal finances, leadership, business and public policy, and racial and social justice. The seminar will include presentations by guest lecturers on topics of current interest in the field of civil engineering. Guest lecturers will be primarily civil engineering practitioners, providing the students an opportunity to interact with professionals in their major field of interest. Students submit short weekly assignments and complete one book review. Prerequisite: Senior standing in the CVE Program.
2 credit hours
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CVE 440 Advanced Structural Analysis Spring
This course builds upon the material covered in CVE 340 to develop a better understanding of structural behavior. Matrix analysis methods, including an introduction to finite elements, are developed as the basis for modern, computer-based structural analysis. These and other advanced analytical techniques are used to analyze and design trusses, beams, and frames. Coursework involves extensive use of the computer as an analytical tool. Students are engaged in more advanced state-of-the-art structural engineering analysis and design software and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD). Prerequisite: CVE 340 .
3 credit hours
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CVE 442 Design of Steel Structures Spring
This course teaches the engineering thought process through the design of steel structures. The course synthesizes the fundamentals of statics, mechanics of materials, and structural analysis and applies them to the design of structural members, with emphasis on satisfying real-world needs. Topics include an introduction to the design of structural systems, design of steel tension and compression members, design of beams and beam-columns, and an introduction to connection design. All design is performed in accordance with codes and specifications used in current engineering practice. A comprehensive design problem requires development of a design methodology, consideration of alternative solutions, and design of an optimal steel structure to meet stated functional requirements.
NOTE: This course is a design in the structures area and may be used to satisfy the design elective criteria. Prerequisite: CVE 340 .
3 credit hours
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CVE 444 Design of Concrete Structures Spring
The course introduces the materials and mechanical properties of concrete and masonry, and the design of reinforced concrete and masonry structures. The study of reinforced concrete and masonry includes analysis and design of simple structures, resulting in an appreciation for the strength and serviceability of these structures. Current codes and standards are used to guide the practical design of beams, slabs, columns, and footings.
NOTE: This course is a design course in the structures area and may be used to satisfy the design elective criteria. Prerequisite: CVE 340 . Corequisite: CVE 445 .
4 credit hours
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CVE 445 Design of Concrete Structures Laboratory Spring
Mix design and strength testing labs develop the concept of proportioning constituents for quality concrete and provide a background in techniques of material testing, quality control, and sound construction practices. 1 three-hour lab period. Corequisite: CVE 444
0 credit hours
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CVE 450 Advanced Environmental Chemistry Summer
This course will build upon the fundamental knowledge provided in Introduction to Environmental Engineering to examine the movement of chemicals in air, water, and soil to demonstrate the relationships between physicochemical principles and the behavior of chemicals in the environment. This will include chemical and thermal equilibrium at environmental interfaces and fundamentals of chemical fate and transport. Prerequisite: CHM 134 and CHM 135 , and MAT 172 .
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 .
3 credit hours
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CVE 458 Water Treatment Process Design Summer
This course focuses on environmental design concepts, particularly physical and chemical processes governing water quality in natural and engineered systems. Emphasized topics will include reactor dynamics, coagulation and flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, gas transfer, adsorption and ion exchange, and membrane processes.
NOTE: This course is a design course in the environmental area and may be used to satisfy the design elective criteria. Prerequisite: CVE 350 and CVE 351 .
3 credit hours
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CVE 462 Advanced Water Resources Engineering Summer
This course focuses on the science, engineering, planning, design, and operation of water resources and systems. Topics covered include: rainfall/runoff hydrology, water conservation and utilization, water control including storm sewers and flood control, open channel flow hydraulics, and the impact of these designs on the natural environment.
NOTE: This course is a design course in the water resources area and may be used to satisfy the design elective criteria. Prerequisite: CVE 362 and CVE 363 .
3 credit hours
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CVE 480 Construction Cost Estimating Spring
This course will build upon the fundamental knowledge provided in CVE 380, Construction Engineering, by introducing estimating classifications, applying the steps in the estimating process, and developing cost estimates for construction projects; to include estimate setup, research, quantification, preparation, review, and closeout procedures. Additional topics of instruction will include risk matrix development and risk analysis. Prerequisite: CVE 380 or SCM 325 .
3 credit hours
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CVE 482 Advanced Construction Methods Spring
This course will build upon the fundamental knowledge provided in CVE 380, Construction Engineering, by applying engineering and construction management principles to realistic construction engineering problems such as excavating, earth-moving, loading, hauling, rock excavation, concrete, paving, quantity estimating, planning, and scheduling.
NOTE: This course is a design course in the construction area and may be used to satisfy the design elective criteria. Prerequisite: CVE 380 or SCM 325 . Civil Engineering and Engineering Management majors only.
3 credit hours
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CVE 491 Engineering Cooperative Work Experience (Co-op I)
Co-op is a graduation requirement for all Engineering students. The student spends a total of three semester terms plus interim periods employed in an industrial organization or enterprise performing engineering-related work. Beginning with the summer term after the student’s sophomore year, he or she alternates work semesters with academic semesters until the spring semester of the senior year. Co-op employment is coordinated and monitored by the participating faculty member and the industrial mentor. Co-op reports are approved and signed by all three parties. Permission of the instructor is required to withdraw once a student is registered. Prerequisite: EGR 290
2 credit hours
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CVE 492 Engineering Cooperative Work Experience (Co-op II)
Co-op is a graduation requirement for all Engineering students. The student spends a total of three semester terms plus interim periods employed in an industrial organization or enterprise performing engineering-related work. Beginning with the summer term after the student’s sophomore year, he or she alternates work semesters with academic semesters until the spring semester of the senior year. Co-op employment is coordinated and monitored by the participating faculty member and the industrial mentor. Co-op reports are approved and signed by all three parties. Permission of the instructor is required to withdraw once a student is registered. Prerequisite: EGR 491 or CVE 491
2 credit hours
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CVE 493 Engineering Cooperative Work Experience (Co-op III)
Co-op is a graduation requirement for all Engineering students. The student spends a total of three semester terms plus interim periods employed in an industrial organization or enterprise performing engineering-related work. Beginning with the summer term after the student’s sophomore year, he or she alternates work semesters with academic semesters until the spring semester of the senior year. Co-op employment is coordinated and monitored by the participating faculty member and the industrial mentor. Co-op reports are approved and signed by all three parties. Permission of the instructor is required to withdraw once a student is registered. Prerequisite or Corequisite: EGR 492 or CVE 492
2 credit hours
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CVE 495 Special Topics in Civil Engineering Fall/Spring/Summer
This course provides in-depth study of a special topic in engineering mechanics or in structural, geotechnical, environmental, water resources, construction, or transportation engineering not offered elsewhere in the YCP curriculum. The course is intended to broaden the student’s exposure to the civil engineering discipline. Course content will be based on the special expertise of the adjunct or visiting professor or a senior civil engineering faculty member.
3 credit hours
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CVE 496 Special Topics in Civil Engineering Fall/Spring/Summer
This course provides in-depth study of a special topic in engineering mechanics or in structural, geotechnical, environmental, water resources, construction, or transportation engineering not offered elsewhere in the YCP curriculum. The course is intended to broaden the student’s exposure to the civil engineering discipline. Course content will be based on the special expertise of the adjunct or visiting professor or a senior civil engineering faculty member.
3 credit hours
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CVE 497 Special Topics in Civil Engineering Fall/Spring/Summer
This course provides in-depth study of a special topic in engineering mechanics or in structural, geotechnical, environmental, water resources, construction, or transportation engineering not offered elsewhere in the YCP curriculum. The course is intended to broaden the student’s exposure to the civil engineering discipline. Course content will be based on the special expertise of the adjunct or visiting professor or a senior civil engineering faculty member.
3 credit hours
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CVE 498 Independent Study Fall/Spring/Summer
The student, on an individual or small group basis, pursues advanced study of a research or design topic in civil engineering. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and desires of the student in consultation with the Faculty Advisor. The student is required to define and analyze the problem, study the fundamentals involved, organize an approach, determine a procedure, perform research and/or achieve a solution, submit a written report, and give a formal briefing. Prerequisite: 60 or more credits, 2.5 or better overall GPA.
1 - 6 credits
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CVE 499 Independent Study II Fall/Spring/Summer
The student, on an individual or small group basis, pursues advanced study of a research or design topic in civil engineering. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and desires of the student in consultation with the Faculty Advisor. The student is required to define and analyze the problem, study the fundamentals involved, organize an approach, determine a procedure, perform research and/or achieve a solution, submit a written report, and give a formal briefing. Prerequisite: CVE 498 , 2.5 or better overall GPA.
1 - 6 credits
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Communication |
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CM 120 Broadcast Performance I Fall/Spring
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 voice, breathing, articulation, 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
This one-credit course provides 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
This one-credit course provides 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
This one-credit course provides 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
This one-credit course provides 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
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
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 211 Mass Communication Fall/Spring
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/Spring
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
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CM 220 Media Sales Fall
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 225 Introduction to New Media Fall/Spring
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 I Fall
Audio Production I is an introductory course to digital technology and equipment utilized in audio recording, production and post production in Adobe Audition. Students will get instruction in recording techniques, microphone use, audio mixers and digital recording devices. Students are expected to produce professional quality audio projects. Students will learn the application of audio production for radio, TV and videography.
3 credit hours
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CM 231 Radio Production Spring
This course develops theory and practice in radio station production and operations. Students will learn about FCC rules and regulations, studio equipment and operations, and remote production techniques. Students will also apply commercial production programming theories and digital technology innovations in radio. Prerequisite: CM 226 .
3 credit hours
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CM 242 Video Production I Fall/Spring
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/Spring
This course will apply concepts of effective human communication to 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 either FCO 210 or CM 212 .
3 credit hours
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CM 271 Spartan Newspaper Support Course I Fall/Spring
Students in this course will spend the majority of their time working on the Spartan newspaper. By supporting student work on the Spartan newspaper, this course provides an overview of the theory and practice of gathering, writing, and editing material for the print and digital media, including new stories, digital pieces, and other types of articles used by the media. Students will learn journalistic style and contemporary media writing formats and modalities. Also, the course will include legal and ethical considerations as well as the responsibilities of journalists.
3 credit hours
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CM 307 Podcasting Spring
Podcasting is the fastest growing area of communication media, and is being used by professionals in a range of contexts (e.g., marketing, publicity, public health, education). This hands-on course gives students experience creating four common types of podcasts: interview, personal narrative, narrative journalism, and audio drama. Students will learn basic audio production skills and apply them to producing high-quality podcasts. Students will also develop research, marketing, social media, and sales skills in support of their podcast production.
3 credit hours
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CM 320 Broadcast Performance II Spring
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 live 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
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. This course is cross listed with PR321. Prerequisite: PR 221 and CM 271
3 credit hours
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CM 322 Media Relations Fall
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. This course is cross listed with PR322. Prerequisite: PR 221 and PR 321
3 credit hours
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CM 323 Publications Editing and Design Fall/Spring
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: PR 321 .
3 credit hours
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CM 324 Public Relations Events and Promotions Spring
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: PR 221 .
3 credit hours
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CM 327 Persuasion Fall
A study of the theory and application 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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
This advanced news course involves the study and skill development of reporting in the convergent environment of broadcast and online news. Students will learn multimedia journalistic (MMJ) 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 371 Spartan Newspaper Support Course II Fall/Spring
This course supports The Spartan newspaper. This course is a more advanced exploration of the news gathering and publishing process that addresses the theory and practice of project management, particularly in the publication of the Spartan newspaper. Students will work collaboratively on publishing basis and editorial responsibilities. Topics include project management, editorial responsibilities and working collaboratively with unit heads and reporters to produce the newspaper. This is a project-oriented, experiential learning course, working with students in CM 271 and CM 471 . Prerequisite: CM 271 or by instructor permission.
3 credit hours
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CM 410 Media Management Fall/Spring
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 423 Crisis Communications Management Spring
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. This course is cross listed with PR423. Prerequisite: PR 380
3 credit hours
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CM 426 Audio Production III Spring
Audio III is designed for students with a strong commitment to the study of Audio Recording and Production. The course provides an intensive analysis of field and studio work with an emphasis on multi-track production in Adobe Audition for audio, radio and video production. Prerequisite: CM 236
3 credit hours
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CM 431 Advanced Production Fall
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
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
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 471 Spartan newspaper Support Course III Fall/Spring
This course is a more advanced exploration of the news gathering and publishing process that addresses the theory and practice of project management, particularly in the publication of the Spartan newspaper. Students will work collaboratively on publishing basis and editorial responsibilities as well as setting editorial policies. Topics include project management, editorial responsibilities, editorial policy-making and working collaboratively with unit heads and reporters to produce the newspaper. This is a project oriented experiential learning course, working with students in CM 271 and CM 371 . Prerequisite: CM 371 or by instructor permission.
3 credit hours
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