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2007-2008 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2007-2008 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • CIE 498 - Selected Studies in Civil Engineering


    Topics in civil engineering not regularly covered in other courses. Specific topics vary. May, with permission of the department, be repeated for credit. (Fall and Spring.)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • CIE 533 - Environmental Aquatic Chemistry


    Fundamental aspects of aquatic chemistry emphasizing environmental engineering applications. (0.0 ED/3.0 ES.) Lec 2, Lab 3. (Spring.)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CIE 231.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 534 - Environmental Microbiology


    Fundamentals of microbiology and biochemistry as related to natural and engineered treatment processes; microbial ecology, physiology, metabolism and genetics; energetics and kinetics of microbial growth; public health microbiology; introduction to pollution microbiology. (0.0 ED/3.0 ES.) Lec 3. (Fall.)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CIE 231.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 537 - Water Pollution


    An introduction to the major water pollution issues. The major nutrient cycles, and the sources, fates and effects of organic and inorganic pollutants will be discussed, along with technologies to control and prevent pollution.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 540 - Experimental Analysis of Structures


    Stress and strain measurement techniques. Applications to small and full scale structures, dynamic measurements, modal analysis, fracture toughness, nondestructive evaluation. (0.0 ED/3.0 ES.) Lec 3.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CIE 440.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 543 - Introduction to Composite Materials in Civil Engineering


    An introduction to the mechanics of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composite materials in civil engineering with a view to structural design. Understanding of material properties, fabrication processes, fundamental mechanics, experimental procedures and methods of analysis and design. (2.0 ED/1.0 ES.) Lec 2, Lab 1.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Senior or graduate standing in Engineering or Wood Science and Technology; CIE 340 and MEE 251 or equivalents. At least one course each in mechanics, calculus/linear algebra and computer programming.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 544 - Design of Wood Structures


    Study of unique mechanical and design characteristics of structural wood and wood composite members and design of systems containing these members. (4.0 ED/0.0 ES.) Lec 3, Lab 3.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CIE 340 or WSC 425.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CIE 545 - Structural Dynamics


    Examines free vibration and response to harmonic and general dynamic loading of the single degree of freedom system, Fourier analysis and response in the frequency domain, response spectra, framed structures modeled as discrete multi-degree-of-freedom systems, dynamic analysis of nonlinear systems. Response of structural systems to earthquake excitation. (0.0 ED/3.0 ES.) Lec 3.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CIE 440.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 547 - Prestressed Concrete Structures


    Design and behavior of prestressed concrete components and structures; pretensioning and post-tensioning technology. (3.0 ED/0.0 ES.) Lec 3 (Spring.)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CIE 442.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 548 - Bridge Engineering


    History and aesthetics of bridges, construction materials, bridge shapes and types, bridge components, design philosophies, loads on bridges, slab-on-steel beam bridges, plate girder bridges, composite design, box girder bridges, overview of arch, truss, cable-stayes and suspension bridges, bridge evaluation and maintenance. (3.0 ED/0.0 ES) Lec 3. (Fall.)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CIE 443 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 549 - Numerical Methods in Engineering


    Modern numerical methods for engineering analysis, including numerical linear algebra, numerical methods for solving nonlinear systems of equations, the solution of initial-value problems, finite-difference methods for boundary-value problems, iterative methods for large sparse systems of equations, and an introduction to optimization techniques. (0.0 ED/3.0 ES.) Lec 3. (Fall.)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MAT 258 or MAT 259 and an introductory programming course, or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 555 - Environmental Hydrology


    A comprehensive qualitative and quantitative treatment of hydrologic processes above and below the land surface, including an understanding of approaches to hydrologic measurements and the uncertainties involved in those measurements and hydrologic perspectives of surface and subsurface pollution. Lec 3. (Fall.)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    At least one semester of calculus.  Not open to engineering majors.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 562 - Earthwork Design


    Design and construction of earth structures including earth dams, landfill liners and roadway embankments. Economic, safety, reliability, ethics, social impact and legal constraints are considered in design decisions. (3.0 ED/0.0 ES.) Lec 3. (Spring.)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CIE 365.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 563 - Thermal Soil Mechanics


    A study of the thermal properties of soils, heat transfer, and methods for predicting soil temperature under freezing conditions. Design of pavements, foundations, and excavations to resist the effects of freezing. (1.0 ED/1.0 ES.) Lec 2. (Spring.)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CIE 365.

    Credits: 2
  
  • CIE 564 - Deep Foundations


    The theories, design concepts, and construction of pile and caisson foundations for buildings and bridges. Economic, safety, and reliability constraints are considered in design decisions. (3.0 ED/0.0 ES.) Lec 3. (Fall.)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CIE 460 or concurrently.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 565 - Foundations and Underground Structures


    Covers design of shallow foundations for buildings and bridges including effect of economics and reliability on choice of foundation system. Design of dewatering systems, buried pipes, and tunnels. Legal and ethical aspects of geotechnical practice. Intended for structural and soils students. (3.0 ED/0.0 ES.) Lec 3.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CIE 460 or concurrently.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 566 - Retaining Earth Structures


    Geotechnical analysis and design for structures which retain earth. Economic, safety and reliability constraints are considered in design decisions. (3.0 ED/0.0 ES.) Lec 3.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CIE 460.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 567 - Ground Improvement Techniques


    Practical techniques to overcome unfavorable ground conditions applied to foundation, roadway, and embankment design. Covers compaction in-situ densification, stone columns, chemical stabilization, reinforced embankments, preloading, sand drains, and wick drains. (3.0 ED/0.0 ES.) Lec 3. (Fall.)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CIE 460.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 592 - Civil Engineering Seminar I


    Individual oral presentation and discussion of current research and topics of civil engineering interest. Required of all civil engineering graduate students. (Fall and Spring.)

    Credits: 1
  
  • CIE 593 - Civil Engineering Seminar II


    Individual oral presentation and discussion of current research and topics of civil engineering interest. Required of all civil engineering graduate students. (Fall and Spring.)

    Credits: 1
  
  • CIE 598 - Selected Studies in Civil Engineering


    Advanced topics in Civil Engineering not regularly covered in other courses. Content varies to suit individual needs. May be repeated for credit with permission of department. (Fall and Spring.)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • CIE 631 - Physiochemical Processes for Water Quality Control


    Principles of physical and chemical unit operations applied to water and wastewater treatment including sedimentation analysis, gas transfer kinetics, filtration, adsorption, ion exchange, membrane processes, chemical coagulation and floculation, chemical oxidation and precipitation, corrosion control and disinfection. Lec 2, Lab 3.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CIE 431 or CIE 432.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 640 - Advanced Structural Analysis


    Considers arches, cable structures, shear deformation, semi-rigid connections, material and geometric nonlinearities, stability, modeling of large structural systems, optimization techniques. Includes computer programs applicable to each topic. Lec 3.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CIE 440 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 644 - Advanced Composite Materials in Civil Engineering


    Advanced course on engineering mechanics and structural applications of composite materials. Fiber reinforced composites in civil-infrastructure; Viscoelastic response; Fracture, fatigue and impact behavior; Durability; Characterization of structural composite materials; Strength and stiffness design criteria; Engineered Interfaces; Connections; Bridge structures; Strengthening of Reinforced Concrete; Strengthening of Wood. Out of class laboratory assignments will be required. Lec 3.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CIE 543; graduate standing in Engineering or Wood Science and Technology or permission.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 648 - Fracture Mechanics


    Theoretical foundations of fracture mechanics, including the role of defects in the brittle failure of materials and structures; stress concentrations and the analysis of stress fields around crack tips; fracture modes; crack growth criteria; fatigue effects; ductile failure; experimental analysis. Applications to metals, concrete and rock, wood, ceramics and composites. (0.0 ED/3.0 ES.) Lec 3.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MEE 455 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 660 - Advanced Soil Mechanics


    Advanced study of soil properties and soil mechanics principles including the formation and structure of soil, effective stress principle, compressibility and shear strength of subsurface materials. Lec 3.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CIE 460 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIE 661 - Advanced Soils Mechanics Laboratory


    Advanced laboratory investigation of soil compression and strength properties. Lab 3.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CIE 366; Prerequisite or Corequisite: CIE 660 or equivalent.

    Credits: 2
  
  • CIE 698 - Selected Topics in Civil Engineering


    Advanced topics in Civil Engineering not regularly covered in other courses. May be repeated for credit with permission of department.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • CIE 699 - Graduate Thesis


    (Fall and Spring.)

    Credits: Ar
  
  • CLA 101 - Greek Literature in English Translation


    A survey of Greek literature. No knowledge of Greek is necessary.

    Satisfies the General Education Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives, Western Cultural Traditions and Writing Intensive Requirements.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CLA 102 - Latin Literature in English Translation


    A survey of Latin literature. No knowledge of Latin is necessary.

    Satisfies the General Education Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives, Western Cultural Traditions and Writing Intensive Requirements.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CLA 201 - Women in the Ancient World


    Investigates the social and literary context of the lives of women in several ancient Mediterranean cultures; Near East, Hebrew, North Africa, Greece and Rome.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CLA 202 - Mythology of the Ancient Near East, North African and Greece


    Surveys the mythologies of the ancient Mediterranean Basin, including Hebrew Mythology. Through lectures, reading and video the major deities and heroes of each culture will be presented within their cultural context, including the stories associated with them.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 100 - Introduction to Mass Communication


    Introduces the structure and operation of mass media and the social, political and economic implications of their activities.

    Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 102 - Fundamentals of Interpersonal Communication


    The basic elements of interpersonal communication, with special emphasis on developing knowledge and skills applicable to face-to-face interactions between individuals and in small groups. Participation in research to a maximum of 3 hours is expected.

    Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 103 - Fundamentals of Public Communication


    The nature and problems of public speech communication, with practical experience in representative speaking situations. Participation in research to a maximum of 3 hours is expected.

    Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 106 - Oral Communication of Literature


    An introduction to the oral communication of literature (storytelling, prose, and poetry) to an audience. Emphasis on gaining greater sensitivity and expressiveness as a communicator. Participation in research to a maximum of 3 hours is expected.

    Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 201 - Communication Studies I


    Introduction to historical and philosophical approaches to the study of communication. The course examines communication from the classical, modern and contemporary perspectives, with specific attention to the rhetorical theorists and theories that have been dominant in the history of communication.

    Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition Requirement.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 202 - Communication Studies II


    Introduction to social and human science approaches in communication studies. The course examines communication theories and models, the function of language and symbolic behavior in society and culture, and the nature of interaction and interpretation. Not open to first-year students.

    Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 211 - History of Mass Communication


    Social history of mass communication roles, technologies and processes with emphasis on interactions with political, economic and cultural institutions.

    Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition and Social Contexts and Institutions Requirements.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 225 - Sex, Gender and Communication


    Examines various contexts and relationships influenced by sex and/or gender. Several theoretical frameworks and definitions are explored.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 236 - Writing for the Mass Media


    Practical introduction to non-fiction writing styles in journalism, broadcasting, advertising and public relations. Intensive stress on grammar, spelling, punctuation. Work is typed in desktop publishing lab.

    Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    ENG 101 with ‘C-’ or better.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 237 - Newswriting and Reporting


    Provides intensive practice in newswriting with emphasis on accuracy, style, judgment and responsibility.

    Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 236 with a ‘C-’ or better.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 245 - Film Criticism and Theory


    Offers a mass communication/media studies overview of contemporary film. Students will develop skills in the analysis of film form and content so that they will achieve a high degree of proficiency in the use of film studies vocabulary. After developing an understanding of how the different elements of film work to construct meaning within (as well as outside of) film, the course will survey major theories and methodologies of film studies. Likewise, participants will receive an overview of film history and will develop familiarity with major historical and technological development of film. Participants will learn to think critically about the media industry and to evaluate film as art form, individual psychological experience, technology, social text, and commodity. (This course is identical to NMD 245.)

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 250 - Introduction to Advertising


    Examines social and economic roles of advertising including rate structure, agency practices, effective use of media. Advertising principles analyzed and discussed from the media point of view.

    Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 257 - Business and Professional Communication


    Advanced study and practice in specialized audience analysis, strategies and tactics, conference procedures, interviewing techniques, and delivery of professional presentations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 103; junior or senior standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 261 - Photographic Reporting and Storytelling


    An overview of photojournalism history, theory and ethics. Exercises teach skills and strategies used by newspaper, magazine and on-line photographers and editors and challenge students to deal responsibly with issues of invasion of privacy, subject representation, copyright and fair use and image manipulation. (This course is identical to NMD 201.)

    Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 236.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 314 - International Mass Communication


    Survey of media systems around the world and the role of mass media in political, social, economic and cultural development.

    Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 324 - Interpersonal Communication in Everyday Life


    The advanced study of interpersonal communication as it functions across a range of human relationship, such as family, friends, professions and organizations. Examines perspectives, theories, and research on communication in everyday life.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 102.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 330 - Copy Editing


    A lab course in electronic copy editing designed to develop editorial judgment and skills for preparing news for publication. Covers headline writing, photoediting and basic page make up.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 237 with ‘C-’ or better.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 332 - Public Affairs Reporting


    Students cover public issues and institutions in surrounding communities and write for publication. Emphasis on local and state government.

    Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 237 with ‘C-’ or better.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 340 - Broadcast Newswriting and Reporting


    Provides instruction in newswriting and reporting for radio and television. Students make the transition from print to broadcast writing, with emphasis on the preparation of newscasts for CMJ 343. Topics include: story types, leads and narrative flow, interviewing, voice work, and digital sudio editing.

    Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 236. Corequisite: CMJ 343.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 343 - Radio News Practicum


    Provides hands on experience in radio newscasting, the foundation for further work in radio and TV news. Topics include audio recording, digital editing, newscast production, and the conception and execution of feature stories and mini-documentaries. Serves as the companion course to CMJ 340.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 236. Corequisite: CMJ 340.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 345 - Small Group Communication


    An introduction to the principles of the small group processes as involved in decision making, problem solving and negotiation. Practical application of these principles through classroom experiences.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    3 hours of CMJ courses.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 347 - Argument and Critical Thinking


    An introduction to the principles of decision-making through critical thinking applied to reasoned advocacy. Practical application of these principles through classroom experience.

    Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    3 hours of CMJ courses.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 351 - Techniques of Video Production


    Concentrates on the conception, design and development of non-linear video production for broadcast, non-broadcast and online uses. Explores the fundamental principles of digital video production as well as the creative use of cameras, lighting, sound, digital non-linear editing, graphics and visual effects in news features and mini-documentaries.

    Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 100 and CMJ 236.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 355 - Advertising Copy and Graphics


    Provides theory and practice in creating advertising for print, direct mail and electronic media, with emphasis on the limitations of each and the responsibilities of the advertising practitioner.

    Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 236 and CMJ 250 with ‘C-’ or better.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 356 - Advertising Media


    Covers problems and procedures for creating an advertising media plan with emphasis on basic media math skills. The knowledge covered addresses media selection, as well as other areas of advertising, including creative, research, management and marketing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 250 or BUA 370 with ‘C-’ or better.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 360 - Nonverbal Communication


    Examines important non-linguistic variables related to human interactions. Specific emphasis on the effects of kinesics, proxemics, paralanguage and other code systems as they affect meaning in communication efforts.

    Satisfies the General Education Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Not open to first-year students.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 361 - Documentary Photography and Audio


    Provides the essential skills, concepts and processes used by documentary still photographers and audio producers to create professional quality digital mixed media products for the Internet and other interactive media. (This course is identical to NMD 301.)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 261 or NMD 201 or permission.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 366 - Speech Play and Performance


    Study of creative and aesthetic dimensions of communication and language. Examines how people use speech play and performance (e.g. word play, joking, storytelling, performing literature) and what happens when they do. Focus on performance as a cultural event in everyday life as well as in society and the media.

    Satisfies the General Education Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives and Artistic and Creative Expression Requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    3 hours of CMJ courses.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 367 - Public Relations


    The study of those activities which help to create public understanding and acceptance of an organization’s policies and programs.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Junior or senior standing. 3 hours of CMJ courses.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 370 - Visual Communication


    An introduction to modes of analysis of visual communication (which may include photography, the web, painting, film, television, sculpture, theater, advertising, etc.), with reference to social institutions and cultural norms that affect the interpretation of visual media.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    3 hours of CMJ courses.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 375 - Mass Media Law and Regulation


    Topics include libel, privacy, contempt, copyright, obscenity, censorship, prejudicial pre-trial publicity.

    Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition and Social Contexts and Institutions Requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 100 with ‘C-’ or better.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 376 - Modes of Media Criticism


    Cooperative examination of modes of mass media criticism.  Critical analysis of methods and techniques employed by scholars, journalists, and critics to evaluate contemporary trends and practices in the mass media industries.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 380 - Advertising, Media and Society


    Examines advertising’s impact on U.S. society; especially on women, children, minorities, families and popular culture.

    Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 250.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 398 - Topics in Mass Communication


    Topics not regularly covered in other courses. Content varies to suit current needs. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • CMJ 401 - Speech, Space, Event: Critical Applications


    Introduction to the subject of criticism from a rhetorical perspective. Examines methods of critical reading, criticism of several kinds of texts, including speeches, social spaces, and events, and how texts are made meaningful and why. Involves application of evaluative criteria such as aesthetics, truth, effects and especially ethics.

    Satisfies the General Education Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives and Writing Intensive  Requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 201 and junior standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 402 - Communication Research


    An introduction to social science inquiry into the nature, forms and functions of human communication. Focuses on conceptualizing communication research problems and selecting appropriate methodologies and analyses for examining communication data.

    Satisfies the General Education Mathematics Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 202.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 403 - Persuasion and Social Influence


    Study of the theory and principles involved in the process of influencing the beliefs, attitudes and values of others. Focus on social science and humanistic explanations of what makes messages persuasive in interpersonal and public contexts.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    3 hours in CMJ courses.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 405 - Women and Communication


    A systematic study of research by and about women with regard to language, speech, and communication pragmatics, discussed within a variety of communication contexts. Not open to first-year students.

    Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    3 hrs of CMJ or WST 101.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 410 - Social Influence of Mass Communication


    A study of the communicative impact of mass media (e.g., television, radio, newspapers), and uses of the media in other communicative contexts (e.g., small group and interpersonal situations.) Current mass communication theories and research studies are explored.

    Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    3 hours of CMJ courses.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 412 - Electronic Media Management and Programming


    Overview of the tasks involved in managing electronic media outlets, with special emphasis on radio and TV. Begins with a general treatment of management and programming theory and practice and covers specific topics including finance, human relations, ratings, sales, and promotion. Other topics include the management of cable systems and public broadcasting stations, and telecommunications law and policy.

    Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 236 and sophomore standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 420 - Health Communication


    Study of the theories and issues in health communication research, including provider-client communication, support groups, organizational and intercultural communication issues in health care.

    Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Junior or Senior standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 425 - Health Campaigns


    An introduction to the evaluation and design of health campaigns.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Junior or senior standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 430 - Intercultural Communication


    Examines current research and theory in intercultural communication from a variety of approaches across a variety of settings. Understandings about the complex relationship of communication and culture will be applied to everyday experiences.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Junior or senior standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 434 - Editorial and Opinion Writing


    Develops skills of persuasive and argumentative writing, with emphasis on disciplined logic, knowledge of subject and alternate points of view.

    Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 237 with a ‘C-’ or better.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 435 - Feature Writing


    Develops style and proficiency in writing non-fiction newspaper and magazine articles.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 237 with a ‘C-’ or better.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 444 - Political Rhetoric


    Examines the nature and impact of diverse communication strategies in political campaigns. Emphasis on Congressional and Presidential campaigns.

    Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    3 hrs of CMJ courses.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 446 - History of Public Address


    Investigation and criticism of key rhetorical and historical moments in public address. Topics may include: the rhetoric of the 1960’s, women’s rights and suffrage rhetoric, or American public address.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    3 hours of CMJ courses.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 451 - Advanced Electronic Reporting and Production


    Students will conduct intensive broadcast reporting and production projects on some issue of demonstrated social relevance. Structured opportunities are provided for reflection on the impact of student reporting on the wider community. Topics may vary and the course alternates between radio and TV reporting.

    Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 340 and CMJ 343 or CMJ 351.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 455 - Jews and Jewish Life in the Media


    Explores representations of Jewish culture, religion, and life in American media. The study of Hollywood and independent film, radio, and television illuminates the different ways in which Jewish identity and culture have been represented since the beginning of the 20th century. The study of gender, race, class, and sexuality frame readings and discussions of all materials covered in class.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 459 - Advertising Campaigns


    Requires students to synthesize and apply knowledge and skills from all other advertising courses to create an advertising campaign.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 355 and CMJ 356 with ‘C-’ or better.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 460 - Public Communication and Advocacy


    Explores how mass media, public relations, and citizen advocacy strategies are used - and can be used - to influence social and political change.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 466 - Narrative and Communication


    A study of narrative, or storytelling, as a way of communicating in conversation, oral performance and literature: what stories are told to whom, how stories are told, and the forms and functions of narrative. Considers narrative in a variety of communication settings.

    Satisfies the General Education Artistic and Creative Expression and Writing Intensive Requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    3 hours of CMJ courses.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 470 - Communication in Organizations


    Examines research and theory of communication behavior in organizations with focus on recurring communication problems in complex organizations (including business, industrial, educational and service agencies.) Attention is given to communication training and assessment in organizations.

    Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Junior or senior standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 475 - Sexualities in Mass Communication


    Systematic examination of the representation and construction of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer sexualities in mainstream and alternative mass media.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    No first-year students.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 480 - Media Theories and Research Methods


    Examines and applies major theories and research methods in mass communication, analyzing media texts, industries and audiences.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Junior or senior standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 485 - Capstone Seminar in Communication


    Designed to draw upon and integrate formal components of students’ undergraduate experiences, with particular focus on issues of ethics, power, and communication in professional and individual contexts.

    Satisfies the Capstone Experience Requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Communication major with senior standing.

    Credits: 3

  
  • CMJ 489 - Seminar in Media Ethics and Issues


    An advanced level course requiring extensive reading, discussion and research on the mass media and ethics, politics, economics and society.

    Satisfies the General Education Ethics and Capstone Experience Requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Senior Journalism or Mass Communication majors or permission.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 492 - Directed Independent Study


    For the advanced student desiring to study a particular problem under the guidance of a member of the staff. May be repeated up to 6 credits.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission of Department Chair.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • CMJ 493 - Topics in Communication


    In-depth analysis of selected subjects, designed to explore new areas of research and/or current issues. Specific topics vary.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Sophomore standing and permission of Department Chair.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • CMJ 495 - Internship


    Approved work experience for departmental majors in the application of communication to practical, theoretical or research problems in any public service agency, business, or other setting approved by the department. Requirements include an initial written application showing the projected experience and its relevance to communication, conferences with faculty supervisor, periodic logs or summaries, plus a final written report. May be repeated up to 6 hours.

    (Pass/Fail Grade Only.)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission of Department Chair.

    Credits: 1-3

  
  • CMJ 497 - Problems in Communication


    For the advanced student desiring to study a particular problem under the guidance of a member of the staff. May be repeated up to 6 credits.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission of Department Chair.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • CMJ 498 - Advanced Topics in Mass Communication


    Topics not regularly covered in other courses, content varies to suit current needs.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • CMJ 510 - Critical Studies in Mass Communication


    Advanced study of critical and interpretive approaches to mass communication theory with emphasis on the relationship of human communication and mass media in structuring behavior and experience.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CMJ 410 or permission.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 515 - Mass Communication Theory


    Familiarizes students with dominant theories, research and historical literature.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 520 - Media History


    Examines media cultures in the context of technologies, social movements and free expression from oral to digital communication eras applying contrasting approaches to historical inquiry.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 524 - Seminar in Interpersonal Communication


    An advanced consideration with emphasis on the implications of various theories and research traditions for understanding interpersonal traditions.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMJ 530 - Mass Communication Law and Policy


    Advanced study of the legal privileges and responsibilities of the traditional mass media and the Internet under the First Amendment. Emphasis on how domestic and international principles regarding speech, press and information shape professional activity and creative endeavors.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    permission.

    Credits: 3
 

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