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ACCT 2010 Accounting Principles (3) This course provides a thorough study of basic accounting principles. The accounting cycle is introduced using an appropriate mix of conceptual and procedural problems. A real-world problem using computer applications is also covered. This is a basic course, which aids in building a foundation for financial analysis and decision- making. (Fall, Spring)
ACCT 2020 Managerial Accounting (3) A study of the accumulation and flow of managerial accounting information and its impact on decisions within a business entity. Emphasizes cost behavior, cost-volume profit analysis, and management's use of quantitative tools for planning and control. Prerequisites: ACCT 2010 or permission of the instructor. (Fall, Spring)
ACCT 2050 Business Law I (3) In this class students study the origins of the law, parts of the U.S. Constitution, which apply to businesses; the court system, how a lawsuit begins and progresses, torts, contracts, personal property, bailment, and the UCC Article 2 on sales. (Fall, Spring)
ACCT 3010 Financial Accounting I (3) Comprehensive core of accounting knowledge essential to the student entering one of the several areas of the accounting profession. Study of generally accepted accounting principles, the conceptual framework, and financial accounting reporting requirements. Includes in-depth conceptual analysis of the various financial statement elements. Prerequisites: Advanced standing and declared School of Business major, accounting minor or Department chair approval. (Fall, Spring)
ACCT 3020 Financial Accounting II (3) Continuation of ACCT 3010. Prerequisites: Advanced standing and declared School of Business major, accounting minor or Department chair approval. (Fall, Spring)
ACCT 3100 Accounting Information Systems (3) Students, working in teams, will understand the “traditional” and “state of the art” AIS knowledge. Students will better understand modeling business processes, flowcharting and diagramming techniques, business information and information process rules, risks, and controls, and AIS designing techniques. Advanced QuickBooks Pro projects. Prerequisites: Advanced standing and declared School of Business major, accounting minor or Department chair approval. (Fall, Spring)
ACCT 3200 Tax I (3) A study of current federal income tax laws and preparation of individual income tax rules; emphasis is on analyzing and interpreting tax rules; developing the ability to research tax rules. Prerequisites: Advanced standing and declared School of Business major, accounting minor or Department chair approval. (Fall, Spring)
ACCT 3300 Cost (3) Analysis of costs in a business organization. Includes cost development in both service and manufacturing situations. Areas discussed include: job order costing, process costing, standard costing and variance analysis. Prerequisites: Advanced standing and declared School of Business major, accounting minor or Department chair approval. (Fall, Spring)
ACCT 3400 Auditing I (3) This is the first of three semester 3-credit hour courses dealing with auditing: Auditing I, Auditing II, and Forensic Accounting. The latter two courses are graduate level courses. This course will study auditing standards, internal accounting control systems, compliance
and substantive audit procedures applied to accounts and transaction cycles, and audit reports. Review of the auditing concepts of materiality and risk, types of evidence and documentation, and an introduction to the ethical and legal responsibilities of the Certified Public Accountant. Prerequisites: Advanced standing and declared School of Business major, accounting minor or Department chair approval. (Fall, Spring)
ACCT 4030 Advanced Accounting (3) Advanced accounting topics, including business combinations, foreign currency translation, partnership accounting, SEC accounting. Prerequisites: Advanced standing and declared School of Business major, accounting minor or Department chair approval. (Fall, Spring)
ACCT 4200 Tax Research and Advanced Topics (3) This text and case-based course hones the students’ computerized tax research skills dealing with a wide variety of income tax issues. Areas of additional learning cover the rules and ethics of tax practice, the historical development of tax law, tax research methodology, and understanding the significance of constitutional/legislative, administrative, and judicial tax law. Prerequisites: Advanced standing and declared School of Business major, accounting minor or Department chair approval. (Fall, Spring)
ACCT 4890 Internship (P/F) Prerequisites: Advanced standing and declared School of Business major, accounting minor or Department chair approval. (Fall, Spring) (1-3)
ACCT 4900 Special Topics Prerequisites: Advanced standing and declared School of Business major, accounting minor or Department chair approval. (Fall, Spring) (1-3)
ACCT 4950 Professionalism in Accounting (.5) Accounting majors are encouraged to take this course their junior, senior, and graduate fall and spring semesters. The course will focus on specific accounting topics that will better prepare the accounting major for entrance into the accounting profession. Each semester, the course will focus on one of the following topics: accounting ethics, SEC and SOX, accounting writing and oral presentation skills, accounting work paper preparation skills, higher-level general ledger analysis skills, or other topics deemed appropriate under the circumstances. Accompanying these academic subjects, the student will be required to attend professional guest speaker events and other professional development activities associated with the Professional Accountancy Club. Prerequisites: Advanced standing and declared School of Business major, accounting minor or Department chair approval. Co-requisite: Accounting Major (Fall, Spring)
ACCT 6000 Foundations of Accounting (3) This course provides an accelerated overview of both the theories and methods of accounting in support of the common body of knowledge core required for all MBA students not having previous business coursework. (As needed)
ACCT 6100 Advanced Management Accounting (3) This course reviews the development and use of management accounting information systems in planning and control activities. Using case studies of actual companies, its focus is on new management accounting practices adopted by innovative companies around the world. Prerequisite: Acceptance into MBA program or instructor permission. (Fall)
ACCT 6201 Tax Practicum I (3) Professional Tax Practice. Prerequisites: ACCT 4200 and acceptance into the MAcc program or by special approval. (Fall, Spring, Summer, as needed)
ACCOUNTING (ACCT)
ACCT 6210 Corporate Tax I (3) The study of current federal income tax laws as they apply to corporations. Prerequisites: ACCT 4200 and acceptance into the MAcc program or by special approval. (Fall)
ACCT 6220 Corporate Tax II – Reorganizations and Consolidated Returns (3) The study of current federal income tax laws as they apply to corporate reorganizations and consolidated returns. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the MAcc program or permission of department chair. (Spring)
ACCT 6230 Tax Procedure (3) The study of current federal code, regulations and other pronouncements regarding tax procedure. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the MAcc program or by special approval. (Summer)
ACCT 6240 Estate and Gift Tax (3) Taxation of Estates and Gifts. Prerequisites: ACCT 4200 and acceptance into the MAcc program or by special approval. (Fall)
ACCT 6250 Estate Planning (3) The study of the application of the estate and gift tax rules and the laws to estate planning. Prerequisites: ACCT 6240 and acceptance into the MAcc program or by special approval. (As Needed)
ACCT 6260 Taxes for Pass Through Entities (3) A study of taxation for partnerships. The course will include choice of entity considerations. Prerequisites: ACCT 4200 and acceptance into the MAcc program. (Spring)
ACCT 6290 Property Transactions (3) Property transactions cut across individual, partnership, and corporation taxation. Understanding property transactions is critical for both tax planning and tax compliance. The student will be taught, in depth, about property basis, adjusted basis, gain calculation, gain classification, and how to properly report property transactions on various tax forms. The student will research various complicated property tax cases and appropriately report research findings in written form. Prerequisites: Acceptance into Master of Accountancy program and ACCT 3200. (Spring)
ACCT 6320 Advanced Cost Accounting (3) Topics include balanced scorecard, cost allocation, profitability analysis, process costing, quality, theory of constraints, capital budgeting, transfer pricing, and performance measurement. Prerequisites: ACCT 3300 and acceptance into MAcc program. (Spring)
ACCT 6360 Business Law II (3) To enhance their knowledge of business law, students will study negotiable instruments; secured transactions; debtor- creditor rights and duties; bankruptcy; agency; employment law; insurance law; wills, trusts, and estates; organizational structures such as sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability companies, corporations, and franchises; federal securities laws; and accountant’s legal liability. Prerequisite: admission to MAcc or MBA Programs. (Fall)
ACCT 6400 Auditing II (3) Auditing II is a continuation of the Auditing I course. The course focuses on the assertion-based audit approach theory, an introduction to audit sampling theory and application, in-depth coverage of the theory of audit program generation, a review of required communications for the vast array of attest and non-attest functions, and a sophisticated and complex audit case activity with over 40 Microsoft Excel files. The student will improve automated work paper preparation skills and other required auditing communication skills with responsible parties. Prerequisites: ACCT 3400 and acceptance into the MAcc program. (Fall)
ACCT 6450 Forensic Accounting (3) Fraud examination is a course about the growing science of forensic accounting. The accounting graduate is introduced to the Certified Fraud Examiner's Code of Ethics and information about the forensic accounting industry. The graduate will become knowledgeable about fraud theory, the variety of fraud schemes perpetrated in business enterprises, and how to detect and prevent such fraud. The graduate will become more proficient at diagnostic measures used to identify the possibility of fraud being perpetrated in business entities. Prerequisites: Acceptance into MAcc program or by instructor approval. (Summer)
ACCT 6600 Practice & Theory Seminar (3) Special accounting problems related to accounting practice and theory, with emphasis on conceptual analysis and historical development of generally accepted accounting principles. Readings cover current theory as well as current accounting issues. Problems requiring in-depth research into pronouncements issued by FASB and predecessor standing-setting bodies are used. Prerequisites: ACCT 3020 and accepted into MAcc program. (Spring)
ACCT 6650 Accounting Ethics Seminar (2) This seminar is designed to help students develop the strength of their own characters by receiving ethics education in moral sensitivity, judgment, and motivation. Ethics philosophies, professional codes of conduct, and strategies for ensuring ethical behavior in the workplace are discussed using case studies of ethics scandals and moral exemplars. The course fee of $22.00 is used to support the computer labs and mediated classrooms in the Business Building. Prerequisites: Admitted to MAcc or MBA program, or department chair’s permission. (Spring, Internet Course)
ACCT 6700 Graduate Readings (Fall, Spring) (1-4)
ACCT 6890 Accounting Internship Program (1-3) Experience in accounting functions within industry and government as well as public accounting firms. Prior approval of the instructor required. A maximum of three credit hours will be granted. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the MAcc program. (P/F) (Fall, Spring)
ACCT 6900 Special Topics (1-3) Special Topics in accounting. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the MAcc program. (Fall, Spring)
ACCT 6950 Professionalism in Accounting (.5) Accounting majors are encouraged to take this course their junior, senior, and graduate fall and spring semesters. The course will focus on specific accounting topics that will better prepare the accounting major for entrance into the accounting profession. Each semester, the course will focus on one of the following topics: accounting ethics, SEC and SOX, accounting writing and oral presentation skills, accounting work paper preparation skills, higher-level general ledger analysis skills, or other topics deemed appropriate under the circumstances. Accompanying these academic subjects, the student will be required to attend professional guest speaker events and other professional development activities associated with the Professional Accountancy Club. (Fall, Spring)
AGSC 1010 Agriculture and Society (L) (3) This course is designed to increase the student’s awareness of the significant role agriculture plays in today’s society, covering areas of science, economics, politics, culture and history. Agriculture topics are used to teach critical thinking skills and other problem-solution methodologies. Will satisfy the general education Life Science requirement. (Spring)
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE (AGSC)
Prerequisite: AGSC 1100. Recommended: Previous or concurrent enrollment in AGSC 2600. (Fall)
AGSC 3230 Pests and Pest Management (3) A survey of agriculture pests of economic importance. Weed, insect and disease identification and life cycles with concentration on methods of control. (Spring)
AGSC 3240 Pests Lab (1) Co-requisite: AGSC 3230. (Spring)
AGSC 3250 Sheep and Wool Management (3) An accelerated course in the application of scientific principles to the economic management of the sheep enterprise. The course will include application of modern methods of nutrition, breeding, reproduction and decision making to the profitability of the purebred and commercial lamb and wool business. Prerequisite: AGSC 1100. Recommended: AGSC 3400 and 3500. Previous or concurrent enrollment in AGSC 2615 or 2625 is advised. (Spring)
AGSC 3350 Horse Science and Industry (3) A comprehensive study of horses and the economic importance of the horse industry. The biological bases for conformation and faults, reproduction, nutrition, behavior and genetics will be examined. Prerequisite: AGSC 1100 or instructor permission. (Fall)
AGSC 3400 Feeding and Nutrition of Horses and Livestock (3) An applied feeding and nutrition course emphasizing the functional digestive anatomy of horses and farm animals. Emphasis will be placed on nutritional value of feedstuffs, requirements of horses and various classes of livestock, ration balancing, and ration formulation. Prerequisite: AGSC 1100. Co-requisite: AGSC 3410. (Spring)
AGSC 3410 Feeding and Nutrition of Horses & Livestock Lab (1) Co-requisite: AGSC 3400. (Spring)
AGSC 3500 Applied Reproduction in Livestock and Horses (3) Macro and micro functional anatomy of reproduction in livestock and horses. Includes theories and applied methodologies for increasing the reproductive efficiency of the animals upon which the course will focus. Prerequisite: AGSC 1100. Co-requisite: AGSC 3510. (Spring)
AGSC 3510 Applied Reproduction in Livestock & Horses Lab (1) Co-requisite: AGSC 3500. A group research project is required. (Spring)
AGSC 3560 Soils (3) A general study of soil formation, chemical and physical properties, soil water, soil biology, classification and taxonomy, fertility and soil conservation. Prerequisite: College chemistry or the equivalent. (Fall)
AGSC 3570 Soils Lab (1) Co-requisite: AGSC 3560. (Fall)
AGSC 3600 Directed Studies in Agriculture (3) Discussions and projects dealing with contemporary issues and challenges, science, technology, or economics related to agriculture. Students may apply for and receive Directed Studies credit by submitting a proposal or being assigned a project, searching the literature, carrying out the project, and reporting the results at a seminar. Prerequisites: Advanced standing in an agriculture component program and sufficient reference courses related to the project as determined by a faculty adviser. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
AGSC 3700 Principles of Irrigation (3) Study of irrigation history, irrigation methods, watersheds, irrigation equipment and structures, soil moisture determinations, irrigation scheduling, water rights and water law. Will cover the design of
residential and commercial turf as well as large scale agriculture systems. (Fall, even years)
AGSC 3710 Irrigation Lab (1) Co-requisite: AGSC 3700. (Fall, even years)
AGSC 3750 Horsemanship III: Advanced Performance & Training (1) An advanced riding lab course focusing on equine behavior and learning. Development of sound riding and training practices will be stressed. Limited enrollment. Horse boarding available at university farm. Prerequisite: AGSC 2760 or instructor permission. One 1 ½ hour session required per week. May be repeated twice for credit. (Fall, Spring)
AGSC 4850 Undergraduate Research (1-5)
AGSC 4890 Agricultural Internship (1-4) Designed to provide specific on-the-job training which requires an understanding of agricultural sciences and industry expected of students who have taken upper division course work and /or who have advanced standing in an agricultural program. Requires 3 hours work per week per hour credit. Internship site must be pre-approved at the agriculture program faculty level. (P/F) (Fall, Spring, Summer)
AGSC 4920 Workshop in Agriculture (1-3) Designed to give credit for intensive agricultural learning situations outside of the traditional class and lab. Students may receive workshop credit for activities such as seminars, short courses, in- service training, and travel study. Workshop credit must be arranged by an agriculture program faculty member and receive approval at the departmental, as well as the college level. (P/F). (Fall, Spring)
AGSC 4990 Agricultural Seminar (1) Required of all students who will receive a four-year agriculture component degree. This is a capstone course which takes a broad overview of agriculture as a profession and looks at employment opportunities from the perspective of current trends and developments. Students may substitute other seminars or workshop courses with prior adviser approval. (P/F) (Fall, Spring)
ANTH 1010 Cultural Anthropology (S) (3) Anthropology is concerned with the documentation and interpretation of diverse social and cultural settings. The course will introduce students to the key concepts of cultural anthropology through the discussion and analysis of fieldwork studies from around the world. (Fall, Spring)
ANTH 2030 Introduction to Archaeology (3) This course introduces the theories and methods of archaeology, a social, historical, and natural science. The focus of the course is on anthropological archaeology. (Spring)
ASL 1050 American Sign Language I (H) (2) A course designed for students with no previous knowledge of ASL and deaf culture. This course develops basic skills in ASL vocabulary, grammar, and use.
ASL 1060 American Sign Language II (H) (2) A course designed for students with some knowledge of ASL and deaf culture. To continue basic methods in ASL vocabulary, grammar, and use. Prerequisite: ASL I or teacher's permission.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL)
ANTHROPOLOGY (ANTH)
ASL 2050 American Sign Language III (2) This course is designed to develop intermediate ASL conversational skills in a variety of settings, topics, and functions. Introduction to interpreting theories, principles, and special settings of interpretation. Prerequisites: ASL I and ASL II or teacher's permission.
ASL 2060 American Sign Language IV (2) This is the final course in the ASL series. This course is for students who have passed levels I-III and would like to continue on or would like to improve their translation skills.
ART 1010 Introduction to Visual Arts (F) (3) An art orientation. A study of the principles and ideas underlying visual art expression and a survey of major periods, styles, and artists. Illustrated lectures. (Fall, Spring)
ART 1050 Photography (F) (3) The study of art, design, and communication principles as applied and practiced in photography, a dominant visual medium in society. Presents and practices the basic process of black and white photography and visual component elements and applications as applied to color photography and digital imaging. Film or digital camera with adjustable shutter and aperture is required. Regular attendance at a lab is also required. (Fall, Spring)
ART 1110 Drawing I (F) (3) A studio class which explores the elements and compositional principles of visual art through drawing. Assignments are designed to encourage creative solutions, develop drawing skills, and apply the basics of linear representation, shading, perspective, shape (negative and positive) and textural depiction. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
ART 1120 Two-Dimensional Design (F) (3) A study of design fundamentals with an application in two- dimensional media. Presents the basic design principles and elements employed in all visual expression. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
ART 1130 3-D Design (3) A foundation design course in which the basic principles and vocabulary of visual organization in three dimensions are explored through a series of studio problems, i.e., sculptural and spatial problems. Prerequisites: ART 1110 and 1120. (Fall, Spring)
ART 1610 Ceramics I (F) (3) Explore creative solutions and aesthetic ways of working using clay as a medium in a series of studio projects designed to acquaint the student with basic hand-building, throwing, trimming and glazing techniques. Particular attention is paid to the essential skills of creative problem solving and expression, creative thinking, and spatial reasoning. May be repeated three times. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
ART 2110 Drawing II (3) A continuation of approaches and techniques in drawing. Emphasis will be placed on design, composition, subject, content, experimental, and color drawing. Prerequisite: ART 1110. (Fall, Spring)
ART 2210 Digital Imaging (3) Introductory course in the study and uses of the computer as a visual arts tool. Training will be given in selected current software directed toward the production of art and graphic design projects. Prerequisite: ART 1120. (Fall, Spring)
ART 2410 Painting I (3) Introduction of painting material and techniques as well as a brief history of painting with the focus on the theory and process of color mixing and color matching. Prerequisites: ART 1110, 1120. (Fall).
ART 3000 Art Insights (.5) Students meet once weekly for seminars featuring professionals in visual art; artists, curators, educators, critics and art administrators. Through lectures, discussions, demonstrations, critiques and hands on experience, students will be introduced to current issues and the practical realities facing professionals in the visual arts. Art majors must repeat this class eight times (transfer students must enroll every semester) for a total of 4 credit hours. (P/F) (Fall, Spring)
ART 3080 Gallery and Museum Practices (3) Fundamental concepts of gallery and museum practices including in- depth study of the nature of objects, interpretation of objects, and administration responsibilities. (Fall)
ART 3110 Life Drawing & Anatomy (3) A study of the bones and subcutaneous muscle structure of the human body with an emphasis on the needs of the artists. Objective and interpretive drawing. Prerequisites: ART 1120, and ART 2110. May be repeated four times. (Spring)
ART 3210 Typography I (3) A course designed to provide an overview of the rich history of typography and visual writing systems, from Gutenberg to the present day; intensive training in the use of type in graphic design projects. Prerequisites: ART 1120, and ART 2210 or approval. (Fall)
ART 32203800 Digital Photography (3) This course is designed to give students the skills to explore a wide variety of photographic solutions to graphic design problems using the digital camera, the computer, and digital printers. Prerequisite: ART 1050. (Fall, Spring) This course trains students to see photographically and conceptually using digital SLR cameras. Students progress from formalistic images to content and meaning. Through projects and critique students will develop understanding of successful image making and establish a comprehensive visual vocabulary. Prerequisite: ART 1050 & ART 2210 or Instructor’s Approval. (Fall odd years)
ART 3230 Graphic Design I (3) A course designed to introduce students to the practice of graphic design. Visual problem-solving is explored, from poster design, logo design, book cover design, to the concepting and design of advertisements, among other projects. Prerequisites: ART 1120, ART 2210 or approval of the instructor (can be taken as a co-requisite) (Fall, Spring)
ART 3240 Typography II (3) This course builds on the basics addressed in Typography and Layout. Students will gain further understanding of typographic principles through exploration and refinement of their skills to solve complex communication problems in a variety of media. Prerequisites: ART 3210, and ART 3230. May be repeated once. (Every other semester)
ART 3250 Web Design I (3) An introduction to the design of web sites in both functionality and visual appeal. Training will be given in selected current software directed toward web-based, interactive design projects. Prerequisites: ART 2210 & CSIS 2000 or approval of instructor. (Fall, Spring)
ART 3260 Publication Design (3) Publication Design explores the structure of magazines, newspapers, books, annual reports, and other multi-page graphic design projects. This course will examine page layout, typography, pacing, sequencing, the hierarchy of information, and the visual/verbal relationships between text and images on the printed pages. Final printing and production issues will be addressed. Prerequisites: ART 1120 and ART 2210 or approval of the instructor. May be repeated once. (Fall, Spring)
ART (ART)
This course focuses on integrating the components of typography, graphics, photography, video, and audio to create rich time-based projects. Both linear and non-linear interactive forms will be explored as they relate to real-world graphic design projects. Training will be given in selected current software. Prerequisites: ART 1120 and ART 2210, or approval of instructor. May be repeated once. (Fall)
ART 4270 Computer Animation (3) A course designed to offer training in the use of 3-D model building and animation, and their use in the field of graphic design. (TBA)
ART 4280 Senior Portfolio Preparation for Graphic (3) Design Majors This course is designed to prepare students for the competitive job market. The focus will be on the selection and refinement of work leading to a professional portfolio reflecting the student's ability to take assignments from concept through the finished product. Prerequisite: This course is for seniors who have cleared requirements for Spring graduation, or who need to complete requirements for end-of-Summer graduation, or Fall graduation. Prerequisite: Instructor's approval.
ART 4290 Special Problems (3) Independent research and development of portfolio projects in graphic design. Prerequisites: ART 3210 and 3230. May be repeated once. (Fall, Spring)
ART 4300 Advanced Web Design (3) An advanced web design course focusing on integration and application of skills developed in Web Design I & II and Motion Graphics. Training will focus on using current software to design and publish websites that integrate HTML with new media technology. Prerequisites: ART 4250 & ART 4260. (Spring)
ART 4410 Painting II (3) Exploration of advanced painting problems. Various painting philosophies and techniques will be presented. Emphasis on pictorial structuring of ideas and development of paint quality. Prerequisite: ART 2410 or approval of instructor. May be repeated twice. (Spring)
ART 4510 Sequential Illustration (3) A study of the techniques and approaches in visual problem solving relative to the visual interpretation of a narrative text. Students will focus on the use of sequential imagery to illustrate a single text. Prerequisite: ART 2110 & ART 2410. May be repeated once. (every other year)
ART 4520 Conceptual Illustration (3) A study of the techniques and approaches in visual problem solving relative to the visual communication of an abstract concept. Prerequisite: ART 2110, ART 2410. May be repeated once. (Spring, every other year)
ART 4610 Advanced Ceramics (3) Exploration of advanced work in wheel throwing, hand-building, firing and special topics with emphasis on individual artistic expression. Prerequisites: ART 3610 and permission of instructor. May be repeated three times. (Fall, Spring)
ART 4790 Senior Portfolio (3) The student will prepare an exhibition quality professional portfolio, a written statement of artistic philosophy, and a professional resume. On approval of the faculty, the portfolio is displayed on campus in professional exhibition form. A photographic color slide portfolio will be prepared and must be approved by the faculty and will be retained by the art department. Seminars are conducted preparatory to the portfolio and exhibit. Students should contact their faculty adviser by the end of their junior year to schedule the Braithwaite Fine Arts Gallery. Prior to registration, students will submit a proposal for their
show to their faculty adviser. Prerequisite: Instructor's approval. (Spring)
ART 4890/5890 Internship (P/F) (1-12) Supervised work experience in any art and design related filed. To be arranged with an Art & Design instructor. Instructor permission required. May be repeated twice. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
ART 4900 Art for Secondary Teachers (3) Methods and theories in teaching art on the secondary level. Applied problems in motivation, evaluation, discipline, curriculum, and rapport. Professional education requirement for majors in secondary art education. (Fall).
ART 4980 Student Teaching (P/F) (2) Instructor’s approval and student teaching placement by College of Education.
ART 4990 Senior Seminar (1-4) Advanced supervised work in one of the following areas as approved by the instructor: art history, design, graphic design, ceramics, sculpture, illustration, painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, and experimental media. May be repeated twice.(Fall, Spring)
ARTH 2300 Why Art? Intro to Art Theory (3) An introduction to the literature that helps shape and explain art, its meaning, purpose, and function. When is something art? Why do humans need it? What are the biological, sociopolitical, and psychological reasons for it? How does it affect me? (Fall, Spring)
ARTH 2710 Art History Survey I (F) (3) A survey of Western Art from Prehistoric times through the Middle Ages. (Fall, every other year)
ARTH 2720 Art History Survey II (F) (3) A survey of Western Art from the Renaissance to the present. (Spring, every other year)
ARTH 4700 History of Graphic Design (3) Overview of the history of graphic design, from the ancient civilizations to today. Emphasis on genesis of modern graphic design. The lectures will provide a survey of the major movements of the field from the perspective of the social and political realities from which they developed. A research paper will be assigned incorporating these ideas. No prerequisites. (every 3 rd^ semester)
ARTH 4740 Nineteenth-Century Art (3) Traces the history of art from approximately 1790 through the early years of the twentieth century. Course material emphasizes but is not limited to art of the western world, i.e. Europe and the United States. (Fall, every other year)
ARTH 4750 Twentieth-Century Art (3) Traces the history of art from approximately 1890 through the early years of the twenty-first century. Course material emphasizes but is not limited to art of the western world, i.e. Europe and the United States; with increased attention to the globalization of the art scene in recent decades. (Spring, every other year)
AA 3010 Survey of Arts Administration (3) An overview of arts administration and non-profit organizations including budgeting, marketing, development, finance, and planning. Students examine the arts as an industry, and gain an understanding
ARTS ADMINISTRATION (AA)
ART HISTORY (ARTH)
of how functions vary according to discipline (theatre, dance, art, and music).
AA 6010 Principles of Arts Administration (3) This course is an overview of nonprofit arts administration, including basic principles of nonprofit organizations; organizations hierarchy; basic human resources management; overview of the budgeting process (and role of board and staff in developing and approving budgets); and basic strategic planning. Students will also examine the arts as an industry, and gain an understanding of how organizational structures vary according to artistic discipline (opera, theatre, dance, and gallery) and the difference between presenting and producing organizations. A portion of the course will look at the for-profit arts world (film industry and Broadway, commercial galleries) as well as other competitors to nonprofit arts, and examine similarities and differences between them.
AA 6040 The Arts and Society/Governmental Relations (3) This course is designed to put the arts in a modern-day societal context, and will cover subjects including managing arts organizations in a multi-cultural society, community-based and rural arts organizations, and the study of arts and public policy dealing with the politics of public culture, including a comparison of America’s institutionalization of the arts in the nonprofit and for-profit sector compared to systems in Europe, Asia, and other cultures. Students learn the policies and politics of local, state, and national governmental agencies, as well as working with boards and other volunteer groups to the best advantage of the organization. Emphasis is placed on community roles and ownership of the organization. Students will study the evolution of the arts in the U.S. and its impact on modern society as well as its future impact.
AA 6050 Managing the Finances of Arts Organizations (3) The course will cover the application of the principles of microeconomics to the arts with a special focus on supply and demand, cost and pricing. Analysis of financial statements and the financial management function in the arts. Develop skills creating budgets and managing cash flow. (Fall, every other year)
AA 6060 Fund Development for Arts Administrators (3) Students will gain an understanding of the development component and process including fundraising principles of annual, major gift (including corporate and foundation giving), capital and planned giving campaigns in building an effective fund development program. Students will learn how to develop and use related fund development tools including direct mail, special events, face-to-face major gift fund raising, proposal writing, government grant writing, etc.). The role of the board of trustees/directors and other leadership/volunteer groups will be examined, as well as community development and rural issues. Regulations governing methods of recordkeeping and reporting will be covered.
AA 6070 Leadership Development in the Arts (3) An in-depth study of leadership, motivation, and group dynamics as applied to arts organizations. Presentations and analysis will focus on various leadership models as well as developing an understanding of the students own management style. (Spring, every other year)
AA 6080 Practices and Principles of Visual ArtsIntroduction to Art Gallery & Museum Studies (3) This course is dedicated to the needs of Visual Arts. Students will discuss current issues facing Visual Arts Administrators including: how to develop and implement a gallery/museum season; curatorial duties; use of images for publicity and fund development. This course will introduce students to the theory and practice of museum work. It is designed to expose students to the various aspects of art gallery & museum studies and employment: collections, research, exhibits, interpretation education, administration, public relations, fund-raising, staffing, and ethics. (Spring odd years)
AA 6890 Professional Arts Internship (3) Students play an administrative role in a professional arts organization. This internship is completed in preparation for the Final Internship and MFA capstone project.
AA 6990 Professional Projects (1) Students will be assigned to one of the professional affiliates within the College of Performing and Visual Arts to insure that academic studies are linked to practical experience. Students must enroll each of the first 5 semesters in the program.
AA 7100 Board Relations and Planning in the Arts (3) This course provides an in depth study of the role of a Board of Directors and the planning process as it effects the operation of an arts organization. Specific topics covered include board and staff interaction, board duties and responsibilities, fundraising, governance model, strategic planning, parliamentary procedures for meetings, committee structures, and developing by-laws and articles of incorporation. (Fall)
AA 7240 Marketing the Arts (3) In addition to principles of research, audience development, education, and outreach, students learn the role of special events in fund development, public and media relations (press conferences), volunteer recruitment/retention and special one-time performance planning (e.g., celebrity one-person shows), as well as advanced instruction in advertising, media relations, sales techniques, and customer service.
AA 7250 Practices and Principles of Arts Organizations (3) This course is taught as a practicum to develop the team-oriented skill of brainstorming, as an outgrowth of skills learned in AA 6040, Arts and Society. The students will apply critical thinking techniques and analysis to various creative applications, in line with the not-for- profit philosophy stressed in their previous coursework.
AA 7910 Special Projects in Arts Administration (1-6) Advanced projects will be undertaken on an individual basis by contract with instructor. Examples of topics may include financial management, accounting, marketing research, or economics as they apply to arts organizations or other approved arts management topics. Prerequisite: Consent of MFA Director. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
AA 7950 Final Rotation Internship (6) This course is taken in the final semester of study. Students participate in 12-week residencies at one of the professional arts organizations. The internship is an individually arranged, supervised, field-based experience designed collaboratively by the student, faculty sponsor and site supervisor to link theory with practice. In addition to an on-site placement component, internships have an intellectual aspect. The arrangement must be clearly stated in a design statement, agreed upon by the participating parties and approved by the MFA faculty. Internships must provide substantive experiences which demonstrate the practical knowledge and skill acquired during prior academic coursework and assistantship content. Design statement fulfillment will be analyzed by the student’s Graduate Committee in Cedar City at the end of the sixth semester.
AA 7990 Professional Capstone (4) In conjunction with the Final Rotation Internship (AA7950) students must complete the Professional Capstone requirement. Students will select an area of arts administration which will bring evidence of their increasing skills in critical thinking and long range planning to practical application. Students will submit a portfolio of the accomplishments within the area of focus from the Final Rotation Internship. Students will present and defend the finished portfolio to faculty and members of the student’s Graduate Committee in Cedar City at the end of the sixth semester. In addition, students are
computerized engine performance systems, fuel injection, exhaust systems, and emission control systems, etc. This course, in combination with AUTO 2540 Engine Performance I and the related lab courses prepares the students for the ASE exams on engine performance. Recommended prerequisite: AUTO 2540 Engine Performance I. Co-requisite: AUTO 2561. (Spring, even years)
AUTO 2561 Engine Performance II Lab (0) This course provides in-depth practical lab experiences dealing with diagnosis, service, repair and/or replacement of computerized engine performance systems, fuel injection, exhaust systems, and emission control systems, etc. This course, in combination with the required lecture course prepares students for the ASE exams on engine performance. Co-requisite: AUTO 2560. (Spring, even years)
AUTO 2570 Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning (5) This course provides instruction on the construction, theory of operation, diagnosis, and complete service procedures for automotive heating and air conditioning systems and components. This course, in combination with the required lab course prepares the students for the ASE exams on heating and air conditioning. Co- requisite: AUTO 2571. (Spring, even years)
AUTO 2571 Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Lab (0) This course provides in-depth practical lab experiences dealing with diagnosis, service, repair and/or replacement of automotive heating and air conditioning systems and components. This course, in combination with the required lecture course prepares students for the ASE exams on heating and air conditioning. Co-requisite: AUTO
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AUTO 2580 Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles (6) This course provides instruction on the construction, theory of operation, diagnosis, and complete overhaul/service procedures for automatic transmissions and transaxles. This course, in combination with the required lab course prepares the students for the ASE exams on automatic transmissions and transaxles. Co-requisite: AUTO 2581. (Spring, Odd years).
AUTO 2581 Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles Lab (0) This course provides in-depth practical lab experiences dealing with diagnosis, service, and overhaul of automatic transmissions and transaxles, and transmission control systems. This course, in combination with the required lecture course prepares students for the ASE exams on automatic transmissions and transaxles. Co- requisite: AUTO 2580. (Spring, Odd years).
BIOL 1010 Introduction to Biology (L) (3) Non-majors course in biology emphasizing mechanisms of living systems and impact of biological problems on human affairs. Course is designed to foster critical thinking, problem solving and the application of scientific thinking in biology. Not intended for science majors. Three hours of lecture per week. Recommended Co- requisite: BIOL 1015. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
BIOL 1015 Introduction to Biology Lab (L) (1) Lab to accompany BIOL 1010, Principles of Biology, one 2-hour meeting per week. Recommended Co-requisite: BIOL 1010. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
BIOL 1020 Human Biology (L) (3) Designed for non-biology majors seeking a basic introduction to human anatomy and physiology. Outlines the basic structure and function of the body from cellular to system levels. (Fall, Spring)
BIOL 1025 Human Biology Lab (1)
Optional lab to accompany BIOL 1020 Human Biology. Prerequisites: none. Co-requisites: BIOL 1020. 2 hours of lab per week. (Fall, Spring)
BIOL 1610 General Biology I (L) (3) Introduction to biology for science majors. Organization and function of cells, expression and transmission of genetic information and the process of evolution in major groups of organisms. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: Completion of High school biology with at least B-, or successful completion of BIOL 1010 or BIOL 1020. Chemistry experience recommended. (Fall, Spring)
BIOL 1615 General Biology Lab I (L) (1) Lab to accompany BIOL 1610. One three-hour meeting per week. Co-requisite: BIOL 1610. (Fall, Spring)
BIOL 1620 General Biology II (L) (3) Introduction to biology for science majors. Pathways of energy transformation in living systems, biology of vascular plants, biology of animals, ecology and biogeography. Three hours of lecture per week. Recommended before BIOL 1610. Co-requisite: BIOL 1625. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
BIOL 1625 General Biology Lab II (L) (1) Lab to accompany BIOL 1620. One three-hour meeting per week. Co-requisite: BIOL 1620. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
BIOL 2000 Natural History (L) (3) Investigation of ecoregions, habitats and animals of southwestern Utah in lab and field. Emphasis on investigation skills, use of equipment, and analysis of information. Recommended for elementary teachers. No prerequisites. (Fall, Maymester Honors)
BIOL 2050 Southern Utah Flora (L) (3) An introduction to the native plant populations of the intermountain region and the interaction of humans, animals and other environmental factors with the plant kingdom. Students travel to a different regional ecosystem each week and learn the major plant species, discuss the historical and modern uses of plant species by man, observe integrated effects of ecological environmental dilemmas. Students prepare personal plant resource books containing identification, historical ecological data on each plant observed. Recommended for non-majors, teaching and biology majors. One five-hour field excursion per week. May be repeated for credit if taken at different seasons. (Fall, Spring, Maymester Honors)
BIOL 2060 General Microbiology (L) (3) Biology of microorganism and their effect on human activities. Students will gain an understanding of: 1) the history and development of microbiology and the scientific methods utilized in medical sciences, 2) the basic principles of chemistry and cell anatomy, 3) the basic principles of photosynthesis and respiration, 4) industrial applications of microbiology, 5) role of microorganisms in the environment 6) the basic principles of microbial growth and factors affecting growth, 7) the bacterial diseases of mankind, 8) the viral parasitic diseases of mankind, 9) the basic principles of epidemiology, 10) the basic principles of immunology. Three hours of lecture and one lab per week. Recommended for non-majors, teaching and biology majors. Co-requisite: BIOL 2065. (Fall, Spring, Maymester)
BIOL 2065 General Microbiology Lab (L) (1) Lab to accompany BIOL 2110. Practical skills for working with microorganism and lab exercises to support lectures on biology of microorganism and their effect on human activities. Co-requisite: BIOL 2060. (Fall, Spring, Maymester)
BIOL 2170 Introduction to Human Pathophysiology (3) Introduction to Pathophysiology for the health sciences student. Using a systematic approach to cellular and then organ system
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changes, students will gain an understanding of physical changes, methods of evaluating, diagnosing and treating health alterations. Prerequisites: BIOL 2320/2325, BIOL 2420/2425. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
BIOL 2230 Human Sexuality (L) (3) Study of physiological, behavioral, legal and ethical aspects of human sexuality. Three hours of lecture per week. No prerequisites. (Spring)
BIOL 2320 Human Anatomy (L) (3) The study of the structure of the human body with emphasis on surface, regional and systemic anatomy of all body systems. Three hours of lecture per week. Co-requisite: BIOL 2325. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
BIOL 2325 Human Anatomy Lab (L) (1) Lab to accompany BIOL 2210. One two-hour meeting per week. Co- requisite: BIOL 2320. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
BIOL 2420 Human Physiology (3) Systematic study of the functions of the human body from the cellular level to organ systems. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: BIOL 1610/1615. Co-requisite: BIOL 2425. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
BIOL 2425 Human Physiology Lab (1) Lab to accompany BIOL 2420. One two-hour meeting per week. Co- requisite: BIOL 2420. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
BIOL 3030 Ecology (3) Biological and physical mechanisms related to the distribution, abundance, and adaptations of organisms. Topics include ecosystem structure and function, physiological ecology, population ecology, life- history strategies, community ecology, and geographical ecology. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1610/1615, BIOL 1620/1625, and MATH 1040 or any college level statistics course as approved by the department. Co-requisite: BIOL 3035. (Fall, Spring)
BIOL 3035 Ecology Lab (1) Lab to accompany BIOL 3030. One three-hour meeting per week. Longer field trips may be required. Prerequisites: BIOL 1610/1615, BIOL 1620/1625, and MATH 1040 or any college-level statistics course as approved by the department. Co-requisite: BIOL 3030. (Fall, Spring)
BIOL 3050 Biomedical Ethics (2) Exploration of current ethical problems in the medical and psychological disciplines and their impacts on society and the individual. Two hours of lecture per week. No prerequisites. (Spring)
BIOL 3060 Genetics (3) Transmission and expression of genetic information, organisms, and populations. Topics include basic transmission and molecular genetics, regulation of gene expression, developmental genetics, genetics of cancer, the immune response and behavior, and population genetics and evolution. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1610/1615 and BIOL 1620/1625, MATH 1050, and CHEM 1110/1115 or 1210/1215. Co-requisite: BIOL 3065. (Fall, Spring)
BIOL 3065 Genetics Lab (1) Lab to accompany BIOL 3060. One three-hour meeting per week. Co-requisite: BIOL 3060. (Fall, Spring)
BIOL 3110 Evolution (3) Study of patterns and processes shaping the unity and diversity of life. Emphasis on natural selection theory, paleontological evidence, and a neo-Darwinian view of the genetic basis for variation and adaptation, speciation, and phylogenetic patterns, including human
evolution. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 3030/3035 & BIOL 3060/3065. (Fall, Spring)
BIOL 3230 Cadaver Practicum (2) Supervised maintenance, dissection and demonstration of the human cadaver. Six hours work required per week. Prerequisite: BIOL 2320/2325. May be repeated once for credit with permission of the instructor. Limited enrollment. (Fall, Spring)
BIOL 3250 Histology (3) Microscopic structure of tissues and organs of the human body. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1610/1615 and BIOL 1620/1625. Co-requisite: BIOL 3255. (Fall, Spring)
BIOL 3255 Histology Lab (1) Lab to accompany BIOL 3250. One three-hour meeting per week. Co-requisite: BIOL 3250. (Fall, Spring)
BIOL 3270 Vertebrate Physiology (3) Study of mechanisms of function of major organ systems in the vertebrate body, especially the human, with emphasis on the cellular and molecular level. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1610/1615 and BIOL 1620/1625, MATH 1050. Co-requisite: BIOL 3275. (Spring)
BIOL 3275 Vertebrate Physiology Lab (1) Lab to accompany BIOL 3270. One three-hour meeting per week. Co-requisite: BIOL 3270. (Spring)
BIOL 3290 Embryology (3) Study of comparative development of vertebrates with emphasis on the frog, chick and pig. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1610/1615 and BIOL 1620/1625. Co-requisite: BIOL 3295. (Fall)
BIOL 3295 Embryology Lab (1) Lab to accompany BIOL 3290. One three-hour meeting per week. Co-requisite: BIOL 3290. (Fall)
BIOL 3310 Cell and Molecular Biology (3) Study of structure and function of cells and organelles from the molecular and experimental perspectives. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: BIOL 3060. Co-requisite: BIOL 3315. (Spring)
BIOL 3315 Cell and Molecular Biology Lab (1) Lab to accompany BIOL 3310. One three-hour meeting per week. Co-requisite: BIOL 3310. (Spring)
BIOL 3370 Ichthyology (3) Natural history and classification of fishes, including their diversity, distribution, ecology, reproduction, behavior, evolution and conservation. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 3030 & BIOL 3060. Co-requisite: BIOL 3375. (Spring, even years)
BIOL 3375 Ichthyology Lab (1) Lab to accompany BIOL 3370. One four-hour lab per week. Longer field trips may be scheduled. Prerequisites: BIOL 1620/1625 and BIOL 3030/3035. Co-requisite: BIOL 3370. (Spring, even years)
BIOL 3390 Mammalogy (3) Structure, classification, life histories and distribution of mammals; introduction to methods of field investigation. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 3030, BIOL 3060, and MATH 1040. Co-requisite: BIOL 3395. (Fall, odd years)
BIOL 3395 Mammalogy Lab (1)
BIOL 4070 History and Literature of Biology (3) Study of the historical development of biology relative to personal philosophies of scientists and to social, cultural and technological factors by reading of science literature. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: BIOL 3110. (Spring)
BIOL 4310 Biotechnology (3) Review of current techniques and strategies in recombinant DNA technology. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1610/1615, BIOL 1620/1625, BIOL 3060/3065, and Instructor permission required. Co-requisite: BIOL 4315. (Fall)
BIOL 4315 Biotechnology Lab (1) Lab to accompany BIOL 4310. One three-hour meeting per week. Co-requisite: BIOL 4310. Instructor permission required. (Fall)
BIOL 4410 Animal Behavior (3) Study of adaptive value of animal behavior and behavioral diversity, including foraging, territoriality, communication, mating systems, sexual selection and social behavior, with emphasis on evolutionary and ecological interpretations. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 3110 and MATH 1040. Field trip to the Pacific Ocean may be scheduled. (Fall)
BIOL 4510 Plant Pathology and Mycology (3) Field and lab study of current methodologies in assessing plant disease with emphasis on fungal kingdoms. One three-hour meeting per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1610/1615 and BIOL 1620/1625. (Fall, taught on demand)
BIOL 4530 Plant Propagation (3) Rudiments, skills, and methods of the known types of plant propagation. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1610/1615 and BIOL 1620/1625. Co-requisite: BIOL 4535. (Spring, Taught on demand)
BIOL 4535 Plant Propagation Lab (1) Lab to accompany BIOL 4530. One three-hour meeting per week. Co-requisite: BIOL 4530. (Spring, Taught on demand)
BIOL 4620 Bioinformatics (4) An introduction to sequence analysis including genomics/proteomics, database searches, pairwise, multiple sequence alignments, and a variety of phylogenetic tree models, with a supportive framework of mathematical, statistical, computer concepts and applications, including graphing and hidden Markov models, Unix systems, Java and Perl script. Four hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite or co- requisites: BIOL 3030/3035 and 3060/3065, MATH 1040, MATH 3210, CSIS 1410. (Fall)
BIOL 4650 Conservation Biology (Capstone Course) (3) Principles and concepts of conservation biology with emphases on management of biodiversity (including genetic diversity), ecosystems, and populations and on socio-economic and political factors related to conservation. Course requirements include a service learning project. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: BIOL 3030 and BIOL 3060. (Spring)
BIOL 4710 Microtechnique and Scanning (1-4) Electron Microscopy Guided study and individual projects on principles and methods of preparing and observing materials with the light and scanning electron microscopes. Variable times. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring)
BIOL 4830 Individual Study (1-9) Individual study of topics in biology arranged by contract with an appropriate faculty supervisor. Variable times. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. (P/F) (Fall, Spring)
BIOL 4840 Cooperative Education (1-9) Observation and activities in professional practice situations off campus arranged by contract with an appropriate faculty supervisor. Variable times. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. (P/F) (Fall, Spring)
BIOL 4850 Undergraduate Research (1-9) Original lab or field research in biology arranged by contract with an appropriate faculty supervisor. Variable times. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring)
BIOL 4890 Internship (1-9) An off-campus, full-time experience with an employer, agency, or organization that will provide hands-on experiences. Internships must be initiated by a contract between the student, the provider, and the faculty adviser. The student may be paid or work as a volunteer. (P/F). Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
BIOL 4900 Biology Teaching Methods (3) Effective strategies for doing science in the classroom based on national standards for inquiry and the scope and benchmarks of biological literacy, with emphasis on science as a way of knowing. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: BIOL 3110. (Fall)
BIOL 4980 Student Teaching in Biology (2) Supervised teaching in a secondary school. Hours arranged by contract. Co-requisite: EDUC 4980. (P/F) (Fall, Spring)
BIOL 4990 Seminar (1) Investigation and discussion of advanced topics in biology with student presentations. Through faculty and invited speaker presentations. One one-hour meeting per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 3030/3035, and BIOL 3060/3065, and BIOL 3110. (P/F) (Fall, Spring)
BIOL 5890 Internship (1-9) An off-campus, full-time experience with an employer, agency, or organization that will provide hands-on experiences. Internships must be initiated by a contract between the student, the provider, and the faculty adviser. The student may be paid or work as a volunteer. (P/F) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
BIOL 6000 Ecology of Southern Utah (3) An advanced biology course designed for Master of Education degree students who are teaching biology or other sciences in the secondary schools. The course provides both lecture and field experience, culminating in a 10 to 14 day field trip among the life zones of southern Utah and northern Arizona. Emphasis will be on the vegetation communities and associated animals, but geology and water resources will also be discussed.
BIOL 6130 DNA Analysis and Quality Control (3) This course examines the different methods used to analyze DNA in great detail. DNA extraction, DNA quantification, short tandem repeat (STR) analysis, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), general DNA sequencing and sequencing of human mitochondrial DNA will be taught. New emerging techniques will also be discussed. Quality assurance and data interpretation will be a key part of this class. Prerequisite: Admission to the MSFS-biology emphasis. (Fall, every other year)
BIOL 6230 Forensic Microscopy and Lab (3) This is a laboratory course that focuses on specimen preparation, micro-technique, light microscopy, comparison microscopy (hairs and fibers; species identification), mineral identification, polarized microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and photography. Included in this course is evaluation of pertinent literature and preparation of scientific reports. Pre-requisite: Admission to MSFS- biology emphasis Program. (Fall, odd yearsSpring)
BIOL 6330 Readings in Forensic Biology (3)
Students will examine evaluate and report on the literature important for understanding the science behind the methodologies used in forensic biology. Readings will also explore most recent research and development in forensic biology techniques. Pre-requisites: BIOL 6300 and aAdmission to MSFS-biology emphasis Program. And BIOL 6130. (Spring)
BU 1999 E-Portfolio/WebCT Access (0) E-Portfolio/WebCT Access is managed through this course.
BU 2010 Convocation (1) An enrichment exchange with guest lecturers, exhibits, and concerts through the Convocation Series. The pass/fail course may be taken four times for credit. (Fall, Spring)
BU 2120 Service Learning (1) This course is designed to take the student volunteer through the process of volunteerism and its application to themselves and their academic training through practical experience and critical reflection. May be taken twice for credit. (P/F). (Fall, Spring, Summer)
BA 1000 Introduction to Business Careers (1) Students will learn about business majors, job opportunities and salaries, career-related resources, as well as faculty expectations. They will have an opportunity to do some self-exploration to learn about their aptitudes for a specific business career, and the knowledge and skills necessary for success in business. Course will be offered in large sections each semester. (Fall, Spring)
BA 1010 Business & Society (D) (3) The course provides an introduction to business functions, with particular emphasis on the American system. Its purpose is to create a better understanding of today’s business environment through an analysis of various economic and legal systems, business and employee management issues, marketing of products and services, accounting and financial operations including the stock market and insurance, and the relationships between business, government and international economic and market forces. (Fall, Spring)
BA 2350 Legal Issues in Society (S) (3) A course designed for non-business majors and vocational students covering a survey of legal issues in society. This course will cover basic aspects of business transaction including law of contracts, agency, sales and negotiable instruments. (As needed)
BA 2900 Special Topics (1-4) This course will provide opportunities for special topics to be taught at the lower division level. Topics will vary by semester. May be repeated for credit. (P/F) (As needed)
BA 6000 Foundations of Quantitative Analysis (3) This course provides an accelerated overview of mathematical and statistical theories and methods in support of the common body of knowledge core required for all MBA students not having previous business core work. Prerequisites: Admission into a graduate business program and completion of relevant foundation courses, or sufficient undergraduate coursework. (Taught on demand)
BA 6010 Legal/Social Environment of Business (3) This course provides an accelerated overview of both the theories and methods of Law in support of the common body of knowledge core required for all MBA students not having previous business coursework. Prerequisites: Admission into a graduate business
program and completion of relevant foundation courses, or sufficient undergraduate coursework. (Taught on demand)
BA 6100 Advanced Issues in Business (1-3) This course has variable credit (1-3) and is repeatable for credit. This course will be taught as a formal class once per year. It may also be taken any time under a directed readings approach on issues important to the individual graduate student. Approval of the mentoring faculty must be obtained prior to registration for the directed readings approach. Prerequisites: Admission into a graduate business program and completion of relevant foundation courses, or sufficient undergraduate coursework. (Fall, Spring, Summer).
BE 4900 Teaching Business, Marketing, & Info Systems (3) Designed to train prospective business teachers in instructional methods as applied to basic business and marketing subjects by developing course objectives, chapter/unit tests, lesson/unit plans, teaching skills, motivation techniques, evaluation procedures, and youth organizations. Prerequisites: Junior class rank, ACCT 2010, BA 2350, ECON 1010, FIN 3250, MKTG 3010, or instructor consent. (Spring)
BE 4950 Teaching Office & Computer Subjects (2) Designed to train prospective business teachers in instructional methods as applied to the business skill courses: keyboarding, computer applications, and business procedures by developing course objectives, lesson and unit plans, presentation and motivation techniques, evaluation procedures, and youth organizations. (Fall)
BE 4980 Student Teaching in Business Education (2) Designed to place the prospective teacher in a secondary business department working with one or more cooperating teachers. Placement through the College of Education. The student will receive additional credits through the Education Department. Prerequisites: Secondary Education requirements. (P/F) (Fall, Spring)
CCET 1010 Engineering Technology Graphics (3) An introductory course covering the basis of manual drafting and design. Course includes instruction in practices and procedures used in mechanical design, architectural design and civil design. Course will include instruction in orthographic projections, isometric drawings, section views, auxiliary views, elevations, floor plans, and plat maps. (Fall, Spring) CCET 1040 Computer Aided Design (3) A course designed to increase the students’ self confidence in the use of CAD hardware and AutoCAD software. Students will learn the AutoCAD commands to generate 2-D drawings through the use of the digitizer or mouse keyboard input with real world coordinates with relative, polar and absolute input, use of Icons with modify, construct menus, base line and continuous dimensioning techniques, dimensions variables, edit dimension. Learn AutoCAD menu system, auxiliary and descriptive geometry applications. Lecture and lab training. (Fall, Spring)
CCET 1630 Introduction to CAD/CAM 3D Design (3) A course for engineering and non-engineering majors. An introductory course covering the basics of Computer Aided Design, Computer Aided Manufacturing, and 3D Solid Modeling. Course includes basic instruction in AutoCAD, AutoDesk Inventor, Mastercam and CATIA. Students gain an understanding of the principles of design and manufacturing. Course includes a survey of machining, inspection, 3D rendering, assembly, animation, and analysis. Course will also include a survey of basic principles used in
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CHEM 1225 Principles of Chemistry II Lab (1) The lab to accompany CHEM 1220. Co- requisite: CHEM 1220. (Spring, Summer)
CHEM 2010 Chemical Lab Safety (1) An introductory course in lab safety introducing students to common hazards and exposure risks, proper disposal of waste, appropriate methods in handling hazardous materials, and the legal requirements for safety in chemical laboratories. A satisfactory level of enrollment must be achieved. Prerequisite: CHEM 1210 and CHEM 1215. (Fall, odd numbered years)
CHEM 2310 Organic Chemistry I (4) A study of the carbon containing molecules of life through the theories that govern chemical change. Concepts discussed include the principles of structure and chemical reactivity, the physical properties, preparation, naming, and reaction mechanisms of biologically active compounds. Pre professional requirements (dental, medical, veterinary) for organic chemistry are met in this course. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of "C" (2.0 or above) in CHEM 1220. Co-requisite: CHEM 2315. (Fall, Summer)
CHEM 2315 Organic Chemistry I Lab (1) Lab focused on the introduction to organic reactions and modern spectroscopic techniques used in the design and synthesis of interesting organic compounds. This course will acquaint the student with the basic techniques used in a wide variety of research laboratories. A total of three to four hours a week are in involved in this course. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) in CHEM 1220. Co-requisite: CHEM 2310. (Fall, Summer)
CHEM 2320 Organic Chemistry II (4) A continuation of CHEM 2310 Organic Chemistry I. Four lectures per week. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of "C" (2.0 or above) in CHEM 2310 and CHEM 2315. Co-requisite: CHEM 2325. (Spring, Summer)
CHEM 2325 Organic Chemistry II Lab (1) Lab focused on the application of organic reactions and modern spectroscopic techniques toward the design and synthesis of interesting organic compounds. This course will acquaint the student with techniques used in a wide variety of research and industrial laboratories. A total of three to four hours a week are in involved in this course. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of "C" (2.0 or above) in CHEM 2310 and CHEM 2315. Co-requisite: CHEM 2320. (Spring, Summer)
CHEM 2990 Introduction to Undergraduate Research (1-3) Lab and/or field course centers on helping the student gain insight into the research arena. Introduction to the scientific process and research techniques will be given. This course may be repeated but credit earned in this course can not be used to satisfy requirements for the major or minor. (TBA)
CHEM 3000 Quantitative Analysis (3) Basic theory of gravimetric and volumetric analysis. Three hours lecture per week. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C (2.0 or above) in CHEM 1220 and admission to program. (Fall)
CHEM 3160 Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry (3) A study of structure, reactivity patterns, and bonding theory as applied to inorganic chemistry. Topics covered will include periodic relationships, group theory, molecular orbital and valence bond approaches to bonding, solid state chemistry, and electrochemistry. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C (2.0 or above) in CHEM 1220 and CHEM 2310 and admission to program. (Fall, even years)
CHEM 3610 Physical Chemistry I (3) A fundamental consideration of chemical thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, electro-chemistry, quantum theory, molecular structure and
statistical thermodynamics. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C (2. or above) in CHEM 1220, MATH 1220 and admission to program. Co-requisite: CHEM 3615. (Fall)
CHEM 3615 Physical Chemistry I Lab (1) Lab to accompany CHEM 3610. Co-requisite: CHEM 3610. (Fall)
CHEM 3620 Physical Chemistry II (3) A continuation of CHEM 3610. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C (2.0 or above) in CHEM 3610 and admission to program. Co- requisite: Chemistry 3625. (Spring)
CHEM 3625 Physical Chemistry II Lab (1) Lab to accompany CHEM 3620. Co-requisite: Chemistry 3620. (Spring)
CHEM 3700 Environmental Chemistry (3) Application of stoichiometry, kinetics, equilibrium, and thermodynamics to aquatic and atmospheric systems. Three hours lecture per week. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C (2.0 or above) in CHEM 1220 and admission to program. (Fall)
CHEM 3990 Undergraduate Research (1-6) Lab and/or field course centered around helping the student conduct meaningful and novel research. Directed research and techniques used will be discussed. This course may be repeated for variable credit but credit earned in this course can not be used to satisfy requirements for the major or minor. Prerequisite: Open to qualified students by permission from the instructor. Must be admitted to program. (TBA)
CHEM 4110 Biochemistry I (4) A course designed to help the student develop an understanding of biochemical processes through an exploration of the vast research potential, as well as common molecular, cellular, and biochemical themes. Structure, function, and reactivity of biomolecules, as well as enzyme kinetics and mechanisms will be discussed in this semester. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of "C" (2.0 or above) in CHEM 2320, and BIOL 1610/1615 or 1620/1625, and admission to program. (Fall)
CHEM 4120 Biochemistry II (4) A continuation of CHEM 4110. This semester deals with an introduction to the catabolic and anabolic processes of animal and plant metabolism. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of "C" (2.0 or above) in CHEM 4110 and admission to program. (Spring)
CHEM 4160 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (3) A course covering descriptive chemistry. Both main group and organometallic chemistry will be discussed. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C (2.0 or above) in CHEM 3160 and admission to program. Co-requisite: CHEM 4165. (Spring, odd years)
CHEM 4165 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Lab (1) Lab to accompany CHEM 4160. Co-requisite: CHEM 4160. (Spring, odd years)
CHEM 4230 Instrumental Analysis (3) Theory and principles underlying the analytical applications of spectroscopy, spectrophotometry, colorimetry, magnetic resonance and chromatography. Three hours lecture per week. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C (2.0 or above) in CHEM 3000 or CHEM 3620 and admission to program. (Spring even years)
CHEM 4240 Analysis Lab (2) Principles and practices of analytical lab work including quality assurance, gravimetric, volumetric, and instrumental techniques, raw data conversion, and proper reporting techniques. Six hours lab per week. Prerequisite: CHEM 4230 or permission of the instructor and admission to program. (Spring)
CHEM 4250 Synthesis Lab (2) A lab-intensive course centered on the examination and use of advanced synthetic techniques employed in a wide variety of research laboratories. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of "C" (2.0 or above) in CHEM 2320 and CHEM 2325 and admission to program. (Fall, odd years)
CHEM 4540 Selected Topics in Chemistry (1-3) Explores advanced, modern and current topics in chemistry. The specific topic will appear on the students' transcript. This course may be repeated with different topics, but a specific topic cannot be counted more than once for upper division credit. Prerequisite: Permission from instructor and admission to program. (TBA)
CHEM 4890 Internship (P/F) (1-8) Prerequisite: Admission to program
CHEM 4990 Chemical Literature and Seminar (1) A course for chemistry majors created to introduce prospective chemists to the chemical literature and literature searching techniques. Students will also learn how to prepare various technical manuscripts and gain experience in giving diverse types of oral presentations. Prerequisite: Limited to chemistry majors admitted to program with a minimum grade of "C" (2.0 or above) in CHEM 2320 or any upper division chemistry course. (Spring)
CHEM 6140 Forensic Firearms Examination (2) The course focuses on laboratory firearms examination, bullet trajectories, the identification of primer residue and the estimation of shooter distance based on the Sodium Rhodizonate and Griess reagent color tests. Students will also be introduced to determining weapon ejection patterns to assist in reconstructing a shooting and identifying the position of the shooter. In addition to hands-on experience, students will examine, evaluate and report on pertinent literature. Pre-requisite: Admission to the Master of Science in Forensic Science Program. Co-requisite: CHEM 6145 (Fall, odd years)
CHEM 6145 Forensic Firearms Examination Lab (1) Course to accompany CHEM 6140. Prerequisite: Admission into the Master of Science in Forensic Science Program. Co-requisite: CHEM
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CHEM 6340 Forensic Toxicology (3) This course focuses on the analysis of biological samples for drugs and alcohol. The effects on driving performance will be discussed as it relates to forensic expert witness testimony. Students will examine, evaluate, and report on the literature of toxicology of chemicals with special attention to drugs and alcohol. Prerequisites: Admission to MSFS Program. Co-requisite: CHEM 6345 (Spring, odd years)
CHEM 6345 Forensic Toxicology Lab (1) Students will analyze samples of alcohol and drugs. Quantitative testing of blood and urine samples using state of the art gas chromatography will be included in the course. During the second half of the semester drugs typically encountered in driving under the influence cases will be extracted from simulated whole blood. Samples will be analyzed using gas chromatography/mass spectrometry. Quality assurance procedures will be closely followed for both alcohol and drug testing. Prerequisite: Admission to the Masters of Science in Forensic Science Program. Co-requisite: CHEM 6340. (Spring, odd years)
CHEM 6440 Forensic Drug Analysis (1) This course focuses on the forensic science of drug analysis. Students will examine, evaluate, and report on pertinent literature. Topics include drug pharmacodynamics and physical properties, analytical procedures used to identify and quantify controlled substances. An analytical approach to drug analysis will be
emphasized, including defining the problem, conducting extractions, and performing instrumental analysis. Prerequisite: Admission to MSFS program and undergraduate organic and analytical chemistry courses. Co-requisite: CHEM 6445. (Fall, odd years) CHEM 6445 Forensic Drug Analysis Laboratory (2) This course is the laboratory to accompany CHEM 6440, Forensic Drug Analysis. Co-requisite: CHEM 6440
COMM 1010 Introduction to Communication (H) (3) Introduces aspects of human communication that develop and implement presentation of speeches and investigates and executes strategies, principles, and theories, of interpersonal communication. Students will learn the steps of building relationships, teamwork, interviewing skills, and research skills. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
COMM 1310 Thinking and Listening Critically (H) (3) A study of critical thinking and reasoning skills toward messages delivered and received through various communication formats. The course is designed to aid the student in the ability to define a problem, select pertinent information for the solution of the problem, recognize stated and unstated assumptions, formulate and select relevant hypotheses, and make valid conclusions and inferences. (Fall, Spring)
COMM 1560 Broadcast Production (Audio) (3) Focus on effective communication of a message through live and digitally recorded production. Hands-on introduction to programming, music scheduling, news, public affairs, entertainment, sports, promotions, and advertising sales. (Fall, Spring)
COMM 1610 News Writing (3) Gathering and reporting facts. Gaining accuracy of observation, the ability to find the essential and significant details, and to report them clearly and with economy of diction and with fluency are the aims of this course. (Fall, Spring)
COMM 2010 Mass Communication and Society (S) (3) A study of the power and responsibility of newspapers, magazines, radio, television, computer networks, motion pictures students strive to improve media literacy and other mass media and their significance in contemporary society. (Spring)
COMM 2080 Introduction to Advertising (3) Helps students gain an understanding of the modern world of advertising by exploring its foundations, evolution and current environment. The course enables students to make important distinctions between advertising and several business functions that are often confused with advertising. In addition, students are introduced to the language of adverting; key players in the industry; the major media of advertising; government agencies that regulate advertising; ethical issues confronting advertising executives; and the creative and business processes that lead to creating successful ads. (Fall, Spring)
COMM 2110 Interpersonal Communication (H) (3) A study of interpersonal communication variables and situations, designed to aid the student in improving social relationships, increasing self-awareness and in using effective communication to achieve personal goals. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
COMM 2120 Team Work, Decision Making, and Leadership (3) A functional approach to effective performance with emphasis on how a person works in teams, develops decision making skills, and learns the roles and values of becoming an effective leader. (Spring)
COMM 2150 Intercultural Communication (S) (3)
COMMUNICATION (COMM)
This course will give each student a chance to study advanced reporting and principles of advanced newspaper production. Prerequisite: COMM 1610. (Spring – alternate years)
COMM 4240 Technical Writing (3) This course focuses on practical types of writing used in business and industry. Using principles of analyzing and planning to meet the reader’s informational needs, students produce proposals, instructions and the various types of informative and persuasive reports used in organizations. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
COMM 4260 Media Law (3) An overview of legal and ethical considerations for practitioners of mass communication. Topic areas include (but are not limited to) libel law, privacy law, broadcast regulations, advertising regulation, and First Amendment law. (Fall)
COMM 4280 Advertising Strategies (3) Practical preparation in audience analysis, advertising goals and budgets, creating an effective media plan and strategic media buying. Prerequisite: COMM 3080. (Spring)
COMM 4350 Communication Theory (3) Theoretical approaches to the study of human communication. Prerequisite: COMM 3020. (Spring, Fall)
COMM 4440 Feature Writing (3) Instruction and practical experience in feature writing for newspapers and other periodicals. Areas of concentration include writing styles; points of view; leads and endings; use of resources such as note taking, tape recorders, etc.; interviewing ideas and seeing and finding the feature story. (Spring – alternate years)
COMMUNICATION TOPICS: Discussion of contemporary skills/research in communication. Courses are listed 4500 and above.
COMM 4501 Conflict Management (3) Designed to familiarize students with the many factors that contribute to interpersonal conflicts and the communication skills for productive conflict management or resolution. (Spring)
COMM 4502 Political Communication (3) A study of how symbols are used when communicating in a public context. Emphasis is placed on understanding the discourse of contemporary prominent political speakers, how radio and television have shaped political discourse, the role of political debates and the communication strategies employed in mass advertising campaigns. Specific attention is placed on understanding the effects of the media on political persuasion. (Fall)
COMM 4503 Human Resource Development (3) How to design, develop and implement training programs in organizations; principles of career coaching, counseling and retraining aid to employees. (Fall)
COMM 4504 Health Communication (3) Provides students with a systematic investigation of the creation, dissemination, and impact of significant health messages/definitions. Topics include: patient provider interaction, health narratives, public health campaigns, media coverage/portrayals, social support & the Internet. (Spring)
COMM 4506 Family Communication (3) Family communication examines the foundations and framework of basic family processes, and family systems. Including, problematic issues in family communication, stress, divorce, health, critical listening and thinking habits. (Spring)
COMM 4600 Topics in Communication: (variable topics) (3)
Discussion of contemporary communication topics varying by semester. Repeatable with different topics up to 9 credits toward the major. Check department for upcoming topics. (Variable)
COMM 4750 Advanced Video Editing (3) Advanced video editing including linear and nonlinear methods, digital production, and effective post-production skills. Prerequisite: COMM 2200, 3504. (Fall)
COMM 4760 Television Field Production (3) Concentrated work in the production of on-location television programs. Work will include news, sports, public affairs and documentary productions. Students will work individually and in groups learning proper preproduction, production and postproduction techniques. Prerequisites: COMM 2200 at SUU. COMM 3504 and 4750 recommended. (Spring)
COMM 4800 Individual Projects (1-3) In consultation with an instructor, the student selects an area for independent research and/or production in advertising, interpersonal communication, public relations, writing, publishing, still or motion picture photography or broadcasting. (Fall, Spring)
COMM 4830 Readings and Conferences (1-3) Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. (P/F) (Fall, Spring)
COMM 4890 Internship In Communication (1-9) Provides the student with hands-on experience in advertising, news writing, editing, photography, publication layout and design, public relations, broadcasting or human resource development under the direct supervision of a qualified professional communicator. Only (3) can count toward the major. (P/F) (Fall, Spring)
COMM 4900 Teaching Communication (2) Materials and methods of teaching speech communication, broadcasting and journalism in secondary schools, including the preparation of typical unit plans and lesson plans and the supervision of co-curricular activities. Co-requisite: COMM 4901. (Must be taken through SUU Independent Study.)
COMM 4901 Teaching Communication Lab (1) Application in experiential settings of the principles discussed in COMM 4900. Must be taken concurrently with COMM 4900. (Must be taken through SUU Independent Study.)
COMM 4950 Public Relations Campaigns (3) This course will mix discussion of issues and problems in public relations with hands-on program development as students research, plan, and execute a campaign for a client. Prerequisites: COMM 2300, 2950, 3950. (Spring)
COMM 4980 Student Teaching (P/F) (Fall, Spring) (2)
COMM 6000 Graduate Teaching Seminar (1) Effective teaching methods for basic communication courses or other communication skills courses. Required course for graduate assistants. Prerequisite: Admission into Program or by permission.
COMM 6010 Communication Theory (3) This course involves the systematic discussion and analysis of message phenomena. Objective and interpretive theories will be studied across communication contexts, including interpersonal, small group and public communication, organization, mass media and culture. Prerequisite: Admission into Program or by permission. (Fall odd years)
COMM 6020 Qualtitative Applications for Communication Research (3) Examination of the fundamentals and relative strengths of various research designs, done with their associated theoretical bases and
specific applications of the most common qualitative research methods in communication. (Fall odd years)
COMM 6030 Quantitative Applications for Communication Research (3) Quantitative research design, with emphasis on content analysis an experimental research. Basic statistics overview; advanced treatment of measurement decisions and selected parametric and non- parametric statistics. Students will critique quantitative studies; design, propose and conduct group quantitative studies; and present findings. (Spring even years)
COMM 6040 Professional Writing and Communication Technologies (3) This course is designed to strengthen and enhance the writing and presentation skills required by the professional communicator. It will teach students professional narrative styles that are used in preparing funding proposals, executive plans, narrative histories, organizational descriptions, web sites and marketing materials. Students will learn techniques of working with HTML to develop Internet applications and effective strategies for persuasive oral presentations in professional applications. Prerequisites Admission to MPC or MFA program. (Spring)
COMM 6110 Seminar in Interpersonal Communication (3) Applied research in dyadic and small group communication, with emphasis on recent research and theoretical developments, in case studies, and experimental/experiential approaches. Prerequisite: Admission into Program or by permission. (Fall even years)
COMM 6115 Applied Organizational Communication Research and Consultation (3) Instructional aspects of training and consulting in organizational communication, team building, presentational skills, conflict resolution, assessment, leadership, and group dynamics. (Spring even years)
COMM 6120 Seminar in Organizational Communication (3) Study of the theory and research on human communication in complex organizations and society including the communicative impact of organizations on society. Specific topics include structure, function, decision making, leadership, organizational culture, and power and control. Traditional, interpretive and critical approaches will be utilized. Prerequisite: Admission into Program or by Permission. (Fall odd years)
COMM 6210 Seminar in Advertising/Public Relations (3) This seminar discusses advanced issues in advertising and public relations and how practitioners respond to and manage issues and events with emphasis on recent research and theoretical developments, case studies, and experimental approaches. Prerequisite: Admission into Program or by Permission. (Spring odd years)
COMM 6220 Applied Audience Research in Communication (3) This course focuses on surveys, polls, and sampling procedures to generate information about targeted audiences and publics. Applications of select research methodologies such as ethnographic and demographic research and other methods will be used to describe mass audiences. Prerequisites: Admission to Communication MA program (Spring odd years)
COMM 6240 Current Issues in Communication (3) Current Issues in Communication Discussion of contemporary communication topics varying by semester. Repeatable with different topics up to 6 credits toward the master’s degree. Check department for upcoming topics. (Offered as needed)
COMM 6300 Media Ethics & Moral Reasoning (3)
This course helps students understand ethics as a philosophical discipline while developing foundations that will allow them to integrate moral reasoning with principled decision-making. A focus on normative ethics is designed to help students confront dilemmas involving truth, deception, fairness, bias, conflict of interest, privacy and censorship. (Summer even years)
COMM 6310 Seminar in Mass Communication (3) Readings, investigations, and research concerning selected topics in mass media, including a basic introduction to and overview of empirical research and theory in mass communication. Focuses on how mass media processes and effects have been measured and explained. Prerequisites: Admission into Program or by Permission. (Fall Spring even years)
COMM 6800 Graduate Readings (1-3) The Graduate Readings offers the student the opportunity to delve deeply into the literature of a communication topic. The readings are individually arranged and negotiated with a faculty adviser. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
COMM 6850 Individual Graduate Research (1-3) The project is individually arranged and negotiated with a faculty adviser to provide students an opportunity to gain experience in a communication field. This project is distinct from a capstone project. P/F Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor (As needed)
COMM 6890 Masters Capstone Internship (1-6) A capstone internship where the student demonstrates the ability to sustain professional communication work in cooperation with and under professional communication practitioners. Students propose, complete, and report both in written and oral form on the experience. Prerequisites: Most, if not all, coursework and approval from Graduate Committee. (As needed)
COMM 6891 Graduate Internship (1-3) The internship is individually arranged to provide students with an opportunity to gain professional experience in a communication field while working under and with practicing professionals. This internship is distinct from a possible capstone internship. P/F Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. (As Needed)
COMM 6892 Masters Capstone Project (1-6) A capstone project demonstrating the ability to complete a sustained professional project working in consultation with the Graduate Committee. Students conceive, research, and produce a project in a relevant area of communication. Prerequisites: Most, if not all, coursework and approval from Graduate Committee. (Fall, Spring)
COMM 6900 Masters Capstone Thesis (1-6) A Master’s thesis demonstrating the ability to complete a sustained scholarly project working in consultation with the Thesis Committee. Students conceive, research, and write, in the approved format, scholarly material with the aim of publishing results. Prerequisites: Most, if not all, coursework and approval from Graduate Committee. (Fall, Spring)
CIET 1999 E-Portfolio/WebCT Access (0) E-Portfolio/WebCT Access is managed through this course.
CIET 2010 Convocations (1) An enrichment exchange with guest lecturers, exhibits, and concerts through the Convocation Series. The pass/fail course may be taken four times for credit. (Fall, Spring)
COMPUTING, INTEGRATED ENGINEERING, AND
TECHNOLOGY (CIET)
