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CHEM 3451 - Quantitative Analysis
3 hours
Statistical treatment of data; theory and principles of sampling and transfer techniques, gravimetric, and volumetric methods; introductory instrumental analysis.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1440 . Concurrent enrollment in CHEM 3452 .
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CHEM 3452 - Quantitative Analysis Laboratory
1 hour (0;4)
Statistical treatment of data; sampling and transfer techniques; selected gravimetric and volumetric methods; introductory instrumental analysis.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1440 . Concurrent enrollment in CHEM 3451 .
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CHEM 3510 - Physical Chemistry
3 hours (3;0;1*)
Thermodynamics, kinetic theory, solutions and phase equilibria, chemical equilibrium, photochemistry and chemical kinetics.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1420 , CHEM 1422 or CHEM 1423 ; MATH 1720 ; PHYS 1420 or PHYS 2220 .
*This hour is a problem-solving session.
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CHEM 3520 - Physical Chemistry
3 hours (3;0;1*)
Quantum mechanics: atomic structure and molecular orbital theory. Spectroscopy: microwave, infrared, electronic, photoelectron, electron spin and NMR.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3510 .
*This hour is a problem-solving session.
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CHEM 3530 - Physical Chemistry for Life Science
4 hours
Fundamental principles of physical chemistry applied to biological systems; thermodynamics, equilibrium and bioenergetics, ionic equilibria, pH, buffers, ionic strength, and electrical properties of amino acids and proteins; kinetics, enzyme catalysis and inhibition; physical properties of biological macromolecules and transport properties in living systems.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1420 or CHEM 1423 .
For chemistry (BA) and life science majors, and preprofessional students.
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CHEM 3601 - Organic Chemistry
3 hours (3;0;1*)
Survey of organic chemistry; types of chemical bonding, functional groups, synthesis and reactions; aliphatic, aromatic and heterocyclic compounds; carbohydrates, lipids and proteins.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1420 or CHEM 1423 .
For medical technology, merchandising and hospitality management, and secondary education students. *This hour is a problem-solving session.
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CHEM 3602 - Laboratory for Organic Chemistry
1 hour (0;3)
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3601 (may be taken concurrently).
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CHEM 3610 - Quantitative Techniques
4 hours (3;3)
Survey of modern methods used in analytical chemistry; statistical treatment of data; gravimetric and titrimetric methods; spectrophotometric, chromatographic, potentiometric and radioisotope techniques.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1420 or CHEM 1423 .
For medical technology, merchandising and hospitality management and secondary education students.
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CHEM 3996 - Honors College Mentored Research Experience
3 hours
Research experience conducted by an honors student with at least junior standing under the supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Honors College; at least junior class status; consent of Honors College dean.
May only be taken once for Honors College credit.
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CHEM 4351 - Forensic Chemistry
3 hours (2;6)
Analytical chemistry applied to forensic science. Statistics and error analysis of drugs and physical evidence. Identification and analysis of forensic evidence through absorption and transmission spectroscopy, chromatography (TLC, HPLC, GC), electrophoresis, mass spectrometry, and atomic emission and analysis.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2380 , CHEM 3451 , CHEM 3452 .
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CHEM 4530 - Materials Chemistry
3 hours
Application of chemical principles to understanding the general behavior of materials. Course includes semiconductors, metals, catalysts and “nano-designed” materials (e.g. quantum wells).
Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in CHEM 3520 or equivalent, or consent of department.
May not be repeated at the graduate level as CHEM 5530.
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CHEM 4610 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
3 hours (1;3)
Electronic structure of atoms and molecules; structure and thermodynamic properties of binary compounds; inorganic nomenclature; introductory survey of bonding, stereochemistry and reactivity of inorganic and organometallic complexes.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3520 .
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CHEM 4620 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
1 hour (1;3)
Inorganic and organometallic preparations; spectroscopic identification of diamagnetic and paramagnetic compounds; basic glassblowing; introduction to library resources.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 4610 .
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CHEM 4631 - Instrumental Analysis
3 hours
Principles and theory of chemical analysis utilizing absorption spectroscopy in ultraviolet, visible and infrared regions, nuclear and electron spin resonance, mass spectrometry, chromatography, polarography and other advanced instrumental techniques.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3451 , CHEM 3452 .
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CHEM 4632 - Instrumental Analysis Laboratory
1 hour (0;4)
Identification and analysis of compounds through absorption spectroscopy in ultraviolet, visible and infrared regions, nuclear and electron spin resonance, mass spectrometry, chromatography, polarography and other advanced instrumental techniques.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): CHEM 4631
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CHEM 4660 - Introduction to Computational Chemistry
3 hours (2;3)
Introduction to the use of modern computational methodologies for the study of physical properties and chemical reactions of importance in chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology and environmental sciences.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3520 (should be taken concurrently) or consent of department.
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CHEM 4670 - Introduction to Medicinal Chemistry
3 hours
Fundamentals of medicinal chemistry. General aspects of drug action and rational drug design. Drug development, antibacterial agents, analgesics, antidepressants and anticancer agents.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2380 or CHEM 3601 with consent of department.
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CHEM 4700 - Research Methods for Secondary Science Instruction
3 hours (2;4)
Techniques used to solve and address scientific inquiry. Design of experiments. Use of statistics to interpret experimental results and measure sampling errors. Ethical treatment of human subjects. Laboratory safety. Mathematical modeling of scientific phenomena. Oral and written presentation of scientific work.
Prerequisite(s): 16 hours of chemistry, completion of freshman and sophomore science courses required for certification and consent of department. EDSE 3500 and EDSE 4000 are highly recommended.
Students seeking secondary certification in mathematics or computer science who have completed the other science requirements of their majors also may enroll. Does not count as an elective toward a major or minor in chemistry, except for students seeking teacher certification.
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CHEM 4900 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
A written report is required each term/semester.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3220 or equivalent, and consent of directing professor.
May be repeated for credit, not to exceed 3 hours each.
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CHEM 4910 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
A written report is required each term/semester.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3220 or equivalent, and consent of directing professor.
May be repeated for credit, not to exceed 3 hours each.
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CHEM 4920 - Cooperative Education in Chemistry
1–3 hours
Supervised work in a job directly related to the student’s major, professional field of study or career objective.
Prerequisite(s): 12 semester hours of credit in chemistry; student must meet employer’s requirements and have consent of the department chair.
May be repeated for credit.
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CHEM 4930 - Selected Topics in Chemistry
3 hours
Topics of current interest, which vary from year to year.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of department.
May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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CHEM 4940 - Chemistry Seminar
1 hour
Colloquia covering current topics in chemistry.
Prerequisite(s): Chemistry major with senior standing.
May be repeated for credit. May not be used to meet degree requirements for chemistry major or minor. Pass/no pass only.
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CHEM 4951 - Honors College Capstone Thesis
3 hours
Major research project prepared by the student under the supervision of a faculty member and presented in standard thesis format. An oral defense is required of each student for successful completion of the thesis.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least 6 hours in honors courses; completion of at least 12 hours in the major department in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the department chair and the dean of the school or college in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the dean of the Honors College.
May be substituted for HNRS 4000 . Course may be taken only once for Honors College credit.
Core Category: Capstone
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CHEM 4960 - Science Institute (Chemistry)
1–6 hours
For students accepted by the university in special institute courses.
Prerequisite(s): None.
May be repeated for credit, not to exceed 6 hours in each course.
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CHEM 4970 - Science Institute (Chemistry)
1–6 hours
For students accepted by the university in special institute courses.
Prerequisite(s): None.
May be repeated for credit, not to exceed 6 hours in each course.
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CHIN 1010 - Elementary Chinese (CHIN 1311 or CHIN 1411 or CHIN 1511)
3 hours (3;2)
Grammar and phonetics; reading, composition and oral-aural practice.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CHIN 1020 - Elementary Chinese (CHIN 1312 or CHIN 1412 or CHIN 1512)
3 hours (3;2)
Grammar and phonetics; reading, composition and oral-aural practice.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 1010 or equivalent.
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CHIN 2040 - Intermediate Chinese (CHIN 2311)
3 hours
Grammar and phonetics; reading, composition and oral-aural practice.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 1020 or equivalent.
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CHIN 2050 - Intermediate Chinese (CHIN 2312)
3 hours
Grammar and phonetics; reading, composition and oral-aural practice.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 2040 or equivalent.
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CHIN 3040 - Advanced Topics in Culture
3 hours
Focus on deepening students’ understanding of Chinese culture and society today through a study of Chinese history, social dynamics, business practices and advanced readings from sources in contemporary and mainstream Chinese media.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 2050 or equivalent.
May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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CHIN 3060 - Advanced Topics in Language
3 hours
Focus on Chinese grammar and intense practice to develop fluency in reading, writing and comprehension of modern Chinese beyond the intermediate level.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 2050 or equivalent.
May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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CHIN 4900 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CHIN 4910 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): None.
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COMM 1010 - Introduction to Communication (SPCH 1311)
3 hours (1;0;2)
Examination of how communication principles and skills influence our understanding of current social problems such as global climate crisis, health care, and poverty. Focus on communication and community engagement includes experimental learning with community partners. Oral communication skills and collaborative group building skills are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Core Category: Discovery
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COMM 1440 - Honors Classical Argument
3 hours
Uses of argument in rational decision making based on classical theories of reason. Elements of argument, classical foundations of argument and contemporary application of argument principles.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance to Honors College.
Core Category: Discovery
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COMM 2020 - Interpersonal Communication (SPCH 1318)
3 hours
Introduction to interpersonal communication research results and theories with application in two-person and small group relationships in a variety of human communication contexts.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Core Category: Social and Behavioral Studies
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COMM 2040 - Public Speaking (SPCH 1315)
3 hours (1;0;2)
Introduction to principles of and practice in preparing public speaking speeches. Stresses the role of public speaking in democratic decision making.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Core Category: Discovery
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COMM 2060 - Performance of Literature (SPCH 2341)
3 hours (1;0;2)
Performance as a method of textual study. An introduction to the theory and practice of analyzing, rehearsing and performing non-dramatic texts. Recommended for elementary education majors.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Core Category: Visual and Performing Arts
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COMM 2140 - Rhetoric and Argument
3 hours (1;0;2)
Introduction to the critical dimensions of rhetoric and argument through presentation and evaluation of public discourse. Balanced attention to the theory and practice enabling students to analyze the persuasive function of public discourse; to discuss the role of audience in the construction of public discourse; and to develop skills for constructing, supporting, and evaluating public discourse.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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COMM 2900 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): None.
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COMM 3010 - Communication Perspectives
3 hours
Intensive research and writing course in which students learn concepts and skills necessary to review communication research, engage in critical research about communication phenomena and write a research proposal. This course must be taken prior to or concurrently with a student’s first enrollment in upper-division COMM courses. A student who fails to complete the course successfully after two attempts (either through withdrawal or failure to achieve a grade of C or better) will not be permitted to enroll in subsequent semesters.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1010 , COMM 2020 , COMM 2060 and COMM 2140 with a grade of C or better.
Communication majors only.
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COMM 3120 - Nonverbal Communication
3 hours
Applications of research and theory in understanding the impact of nonverbal communication in a variety of human contexts.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2020 .
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COMM 3220 - Health Communication
3 hours
Communication in medical settings; origins, nature and impact of communication practices and beliefs in the health-care delivery system; role of interaction on human well-being.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2020 .
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COMM 3260 - Storytelling
3 hours (2;0;1)
Investigation of folk literature, original sources and literary genres employed in the art of storytelling. Training in the acquisition of techniques and skills employed by the storyteller.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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COMM 3265 - Topics in Storytelling
3 hours
Understanding how the art of storytelling influences and supports the development of diverse cultures. Comparison and contrast of storytelling traditions of at least three different groups related by geography (i.e. Americas, Asia or Africa) or topic (fairy tales, family stories or creation myths). Performance and analysis of narratives develops performance skills and sharpens critical thinking skills. Provides opportunities to participate in performances as a researcher, adapter, performer and critic.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2060 or THEA 1050 .
May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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COMM 3320 - Communication and Conflict Management
3 hours
Examination of the role of communication in the effective management of conflict and introduction to basic mediation topics such as gender, intercultural and nonverbal communication. Study of conflict in various common contexts: intrapersonal, interpersonal, group and organizational.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2020 or PSCI 4821 or PSCI 4822 or PSCI 4825 or PACS 4000 or PACS 4020 or PACS 4060 or MGMT 3720 .
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COMM 3340 - Methods of Rhetorical Criticism
3 hours
Survey of significant methodologies available to rhetorical critics. Emphasis on the critical abilities necessary to describe, explain, analyze, and evaluate symbolic influence in the public sphere.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2140 .
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COMM 3420 - Communication and New Technology
3 hours
Examination of communication in technologically mediated environments. Emphasis on how these environments affect impression formation and management, deception and trust, attraction and relationship formation, group dynamics, social support and networking, community building, etc.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1010 .
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COMM 3440 - Public Address Studies
3 hours
Major theories of public address and the critical assessment of selected persuasive addresses in the public arena.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2140 .
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COMM 3520 - Advanced Interpersonal Communication
3 hours
Advanced study of interpersonal communication research, focusing on theory and application in a variety of contexts.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2020 .
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COMM 3620 - Intercultural Communication
3 hours
Knowledge and skills designed to increase intercultural communication competence. Investigation into the ways in which culture interrelates with and affects communication processes. Examines affective, behavioral and cognitive processes involved in intercultural learning.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2020 .
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COMM 3720 - Small Group Communication
3 hours (2;0;1)
Theory, research and laboratory experience in small group communication; problems in group discussion; decision-making techniques.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2020 or PSYC 2650.
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COMM 3760 - Performance Methods
3 hours
Advanced topics in individual performance as a method of textual study as well as theory and practice in individual performance as an aesthetic event and as a rhetorical and social act.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2060 or THEA 1050 .
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COMM 3840 - Argumentation and Debate
3 hours (2;0;1)
Theory, research and practice in developing and presenting arguments on public policy issues; reasoning, strategy and oral advocacy.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2140 .
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COMM 3860 - Group Performance
3 hours
Theory and practice in analyzing texts, adapting and compiling scripts, and directing and rehearsing productions. Group performance is studied from three perspectives: as a method of textual study, as an aesthetic event, and as a social and rhetorical act.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2060 or THEA 1050 .
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COMM 3865 - Adaptation and Staging
3 hours
Adaptation and staging for performance. Focus on the visual language of stage composition, adaptation and staging non-dramatic materials, examinations of the roles of the director, actor and audience member.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2060 or THEA 1050 .
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COMM 3920 - Organizational Communication
3 hours
Principles of communication applied in the organizational environment. Focus upon diagnosis, analysis, and resolution methods related to communication-based problems with organizations.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2020 or MGMT 3330 or MGMT 3820 or MGMT 3860 or PSYC 3520 .
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COMM 4020 - Communication Theory
3 hours
Process of theory construction with particular emphasis on human communication, elements and types of theories, theoretical logics, metatheoretical perspectives toward communication, and specific content theories of communication.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2020 .
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COMM 4021 - Communication Research Methods
3 hours
Experimental and quantitative techniques usable in research in communication.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2020 .
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COMM 4040 - Rhetorical Theory
3 hours
A study of rhetorical traditions that provide useful insights into how individuals engage in rhetorical transactions.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2140 .
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COMM 4060 - Performance Theory
3 hours
Examination and comparison of text-centered, performer-centered and audience-centered theories of performance; functions of performance; and methods for evaluating performance.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2060 ; COMM 3760 or COMM 3860 .
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COMM 4065 - History of Performance Theory
3 hours
Examination of the varied performance techniques, philosophies and conventions that have contributed to the formation of contemporary performance theory and practice. Covers approaches from classical to contemporary solo performance styles. Provides the opportunity to engage these performance traditions critically through discussion, analysis and creative reconstruction.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2060 , COMM 3760 or COMM 3860 ; or THEA 1050 and THEA 2351 .
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COMM 4140 - Gender and Communication
3 hours
Exploration of the connections between gender, rhetoric and public culture. Analyzing rhetorical constructions of gender in American discourses including politics, race and sexuality, in contexts that include public protests, speeches, movies, poetry, television and music.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2020 or WMST 2100 .
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COMM 4240 - Rhetoric, Culture and Ideology
3 hours
Consequences of discourse on culture. May include communication throughout the life cycle, rhetorical creation and maintenance of social movements, international and intercultural rhetoric, feminist rhetorical criticism, ideological criticism, the rhetorical aspects of popular culture and the grounds for the criticism of culture from a rhetorical perspective.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2140 .
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COMM 4260 - Performance and Culture
3 hours
Examination of the role of performance in cultures. Research and analysis of texts and performance practices among various ethnic and cultural groups.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2060 COMM 2060 or THEA 1050 .
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COMM 4340 - Rhetoric and Politics
3 hours
Rhetoric of political campaigns, presidential rhetoric, legal communication, and the rhetorical creation, maintenance, use and legitimization of symbolic power.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2140 , COMM 3340 .
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COMM 4360 - Performance Composition
3 hours
Contemporary performance practices as critical and persuasive tools. Develops skills in reading, writing, analyzing and performing a broad range of texts to acquaint students with the variety of methods whereby performances can be composed.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2060 or THEA 1050 .
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COMM 4420 - Communication and Relational Development
3 hours
The role of communication processes in initiating, developing, defining, maintaining and dissolving various forms of human relationships. Examines the nature of communication in a variety of relational contexts.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2020 .
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COMM 4440 - Issues in Freedom of Speech
3 hours
Theories, doctrines, statutes and cases related to the First Amendment guarantee of freedom of speech.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2140 .
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COMM 4460 - Performance Art
3 hours
Survey of historical and contemporary avant-garde performance art. Examination of historical and contemporary movements to develop a critical lens and vocabulary for composing performances.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2060 or THEA 1050 .
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COMM 4800 - Communication Internship
1–3 hours (0;0;1–3)
Supervised work in a job directly related to the student’s major, professional field of study or career objective.
Prerequisite(s): Communication studies major; junior or senior classification; minimum GPA of 3.0 on courses taken at UNT; completion of department core plus at least 6 upper-level hours in communication studies at UNT; student must meet employer’s requirements and have consent of department internship supervisor.
May be repeated, but a maximum of 3 semesters credit hours of internship credit may be applied to the major in communication studies.
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COMM 4810 - Communication Research and Praxis
3 hours (2;0;1)
Skills and concepts necessary to conduct communication research, to convey research results in writing and through oral presentation, and to evaluate communication practices critically through community engagement.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 3010 ; and COMM 4020 or COMM 4040 or COMM 4060 ; and senior standing.
Required for all communication studies majors.
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COMM 4829 - Topics in Interpersonal/Organizational Studies
3 hours
Rotating topics in interpersonal communication, organizational communication, or communication research methods
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2020 .
May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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COMM 4849 - Topics in Rhetorical Studies
3 hours
Investigation of various topics related to the study of humans using symbolic discourse to influence others. Theory and application using qualitative and historical/critical methodologies.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2140 .
May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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COMM 4869 - Topics in Performance Studies
3 hours
Rotating topics may include: performance of particular genres, including poetry narrative, drama or non-literary texts; performance methods, including thematic approaches to performance or historical styles of performance; or theoretical issues in performance, including narrative theory, intertextuality or New Historicism.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2060 .
May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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COMM 4900 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): Problem must be approved by department chair.
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COMM 4910 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): Problem must be approved by department chair.
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COMM 4950 - Senior Honors Thesis
3 hours
Available to COMM majors having completed at least 90 semester hours with an overall GPA of 3.50 or better.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 4020 and COMM 4021 , or COMM 3340 and COMM 4040 , or COMM 4060 .
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COMM 4951 - Honors College Capstone Thesis
3 hours
Major research project prepared by the student under the supervision of a faculty member and presented in standard thesis format. An oral defense is required of each student for successful completion of the thesis.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least 6 hours in honors courses; completion of at least 12 hours in the major department in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the department chair and the dean of the school or college in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the dean of the Honors College.
May be substituted for HNRS 4000 . Course may be taken only once for Honors College credit.
Core Category: Capstone
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CSCE 1010 - Introduction to Computer Science (COSC 1300 or COSC 1400)
3 hours (2;0;1)
Covers logical operation and organization of digital computers, computer hardware and software, number systems, and application software packages.
Prerequisite(s): None.
May not be counted toward computer science and engineering major or minor.
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CSCE 1020 - Program Development (COSC 1315 or COSC 1415)
4 hours (3;1)
Introduction to problem-solving, algorithms and programming in a high-level language.
Prerequisite(s): High school algebra or equivalent.
May not be counted toward a computer science major or minor.
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CSCE 1030 - Computer Science I (COSC 1336 or COSC 1436)
4 hours (3;1)
Introduction to computer science and engineering, problem-solving techniques, algorithmic processes, software design and development.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): MATH 1650
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CSCE 1035 - Information Systems I
3 hours
Introduction to the design of medium- to large-scale enterprise information systems and distributed systems using appropriate framework. Introduces tools and techniques for building such systems and incorporates project-based learning as students work in teams to apply their knowledge in a semester-long development activity.
Prerequisite(s): CSCE 1030 .
Corequisite(s): MATH 1650
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CSCE 1040 - Computer Science II (COSC 1337 or COSC 1437)
3 hours
Continuation of CSCE 1030 . Software design, structured programming, object oriented design and programming.
Prerequisite(s): CSCE 1030 .
Corequisite(s): MATH 1650
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CSCE 1045 - Information Systems II
3 hours
Continues the concepts introduced in Information Systems I with introduction of active content, data-driven content and service-oriented architectures. Students are organized in teams to complete a large-scale development activity using the knowledge and tools presented in the course.
Prerequisite(s): CSCE 1035 .
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CSCE 2050 - Computer Science III (COSC 2336 or COSC 2436)
3 hours
Elementary data structures, practice in software design, implementation and testing with emphasis on creating and modifying larger programs.
Prerequisite(s): CSCE 1040 .
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CSCE 2100 - Computing Foundations I
3 hours
Introduces students to both data structures and formalisms used in computer science, such as asymptotic behavior of algorithms. Data structures and the formalisms used to both describe and evaluate those data structures simultaneously. By the end of the two-semester sequence, of which this course is the first part, each student has a solid foundation in conceptual and formal models, efficiency and levels of abstraction as used in the field of computer science.
Prerequisite(s): CSCE 1040 .
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CSCE 2110 - Computing Foundations II
3 hours
Continuation of Computing Foundations I. Further introduces students to both data structures and formalisms used in computer science, such as asymptotic behavior of algorithms. Data structures and formalisms used to both describe and evaluate those data structures simultaneously. By the end of the two-semester sequence, each student has a solid foundation in conceptual and formal models, efficiency and levels of abstraction as used in the field of computer science.
Prerequisite(s): CSCE 2100 .
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CSCE 2410 - Programming Laboratory
1–4 hours
Practice with computer languages and processing techniques.
Prerequisite(s): CSCE 1040 or BCIS 3620 or BCIS 3690 .
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CSCE 2610 - Assembly Language and Computer Organization (COSC 2325 or COSC 2425)
3 hours
Principles of computer systems organization, instruction sets, computer arithmetic, data and control paths, memory hierarchies, and assembly language.
Prerequisite(s): CSCE 2100
Corequisite(s): EENG 2710
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CSCE 2615 - Enterprise Systems Architecture, Analysis and Design
3 hours
Overview of software architectures for information systems starting with requirements and proceeding through the analysis and design aspects of the software development lifecycle. Introduction to a variety of implementation methodologies as well as alternate architectural paradigms. Laboratory and project activities expose students to the design and specification of IT systems to meet a variety of business and technical problem environments.
Prerequisite(s): CSCE 1040 .
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CSCE 2900 - Special Problems in Computer Science and Engineering
1–4 hours
Individualized instruction in theoretical or experimental problems.
Prerequisite(s): None.
For elective credit only.
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CSCE 2996 - Honors College Mentored Research Experience
3 hours
Research experience conducted by a freshman or sophomore honors student under the supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Honors College; freshman or sophomore class status; consent of Honors College dean.
May only be taken once for Honors College credit.
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CSCE 3010 - Signals and Systems
3 hours
Elementary concepts of continuous-time and discrete-time signals and systems. Specific topics include linear time-invariant (LTI) systems, impulse response, convolution, Fourier series, Fourier transforms, frequency-domain analysis of LTI systems, Laplace transforms, z-transforms, and rational function descriptions of LTI systems.
Prerequisite(s): EENG 2610 ; and MATH 2730 or MATH 3310 .
Same as EENG 2620 .
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CSCE 3020 - Communications Systems
3 hours
Introduction to the concepts of transmission of information via communication channels. Amplitude and angle modulation for the transmission of continuous-time signals. Analog-to-digital conversion and pulse code modulation. Transmission of digital data. Introduction to random signals and noise and their effects on communication. Optimum detection systems in the presence of noise.
Prerequisite(s): CSCE 3010 ; EENG 3510 ; and MATH 1780 or MATH 3680 .
Same as EENG 3810 .
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CSCE 3030 - Parallel Programming
3 hours
Introduction to processing in parallel and distributed computing environments. General concepts of parallel machine models, processes, threads, mutual exclusion, synchronization and message passing. Design and analysis of parallel algorithms for engineering and scientific applications. Parallel programming using message passing and shared memory paradigms.
Prerequisite(s): CSCE 2100
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CSCE 3055 - IT Project Management
3 hours
Provides students with the tools and techniques needed to manage a wide variety of IT systems projects, including software design and development, IT systems design and installation, network management and support, and others. Students develop and practice skills through the use of case studies and other project-based exercises.
Prerequisite(s): CSCE 2100
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CSCE 3110 - Data Structures and Algorithms
3 hours
Computer storage structures; storage allocation and management; data sorting and searching techniques; data structures in programming languages.
Prerequisite(s): CSCE 2110
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CSCE 3210 - Symbolic Processing
3 hours
Introduction to symbolic processing using LISP, Prolog or related languages; recursion; building abstractions with data; modularity, objects and state; meta-linguistic abstraction.
Prerequisite(s): CSCE 2110
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