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CSD 499 - Field Placement/Observation in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology
Off-campus field experience in an approved setting designed to introduce students to management of communication disorders. Subject to availability of suitable site. Repeatable up to 6 credits. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Completion of undergraduate major requirements and instructor permission.
Credits: 1-6
Grade Mode: S/U
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CSD 500 - Directed Independent Study
An individualized course of study not available through or replacing existing curriculum, to be arranged between one matriculating student and sponsoring faculty member. All academic policies and registration deadlines apply. Directed Independent Study courses cannot substitute for General University Requirements and are not eligible for tuition waiver.
Credits: 1-15
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CSD 502 - Research Methods in Communication Sciences and Disorders
Topics include research strategies and designs, measurement issues, evaluation criteria, treatment efficacy, and organization and analysis of data. Introduces students to group and single-subject research designs and qualitative research. Engages students in completing a research project.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 503 - Professional Development in CSD
This course provides conference-based opportunities for practicing professionals to engage in learning about current research and treatment strategies on a variety of special education issues, including communication disorders. The courses are intended for the professional development of the conference attendee. The WWU credits may not be used as elective credits in a graduate degree program.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Entry level degree in professional area of specialization.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: S/U
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CSD 510 - Organic Disorders
A review of the etiologies and nature of cleft palate and cerebral palsy; related communication disorders; diagnostic and intervention approaches.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 352, CSD 450, CSD 459 or equivalent, or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 515 - Seminar: Phonology
Current topics and issues on typical and disordered phonology, and the phonological basis of reading and writing, with a special emphasis on clinical implications of recent research findings.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 373 and graduate status.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 540 - Essential Audiology for Speech Language Pathologists
Essential knowledge and skills required of speech-language pathologists in providing optimal clinical services to clients with hearing loss and auditory processing issues.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 462 and CSD 463, or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 541 - Professional Issues in Speech-Language Pathology
Current information regarding ethical and professional issues essential for Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) practice in today’s diverse and demanding work settings.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Graduate status in CSD.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 542 - Adult and Pediatric Dysphagia
Pathophysiology and evaluation of swallowing disorders; diagnostic evaluation and management/rehabilitation in adults, infants, and children.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 352; CSD 450; CSD 546; CSD 585; or instructor permission
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 546 - Strategies for Assessment in CSD
Discussion of the diagnostic processes including formal and informal assessment, report writing, and strategies for optimal assessment practices. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Graduate status. CSD 549 or concurrent.
Credits: 1
Grade Mode: S/U
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CSD 549 - Clinical Practicum
Initial graduate experience in supervised clinical practicum.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD Graduate status
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: S/U
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CSD 550 - Voice Disorders and Therapy
Pathological and psychological states affecting voice production. Functional psychogenic and organic problems of pitch, quality and loudness. Experience in diagnosis and evaluation of voice disorders. Developing techniques and learning methods for treatment and therapy. Lab required.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 351, CSD 352, CSD 450 or equivalent
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 552 - Assessment Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology
This class is an on-campus practicum using specialized methods, tests and instruments used in the assessment and evaluation of a variety of communication disorders.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 558; and instructor permission.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 553 - Seminar: Preschool Language Development and Disorders
Current topics and issues on typical and disordered language in preschool children, as well as factors related to language development. Special emphasis on clinical implications of recent research findings.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 354, CSD 361, CSD 515
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 554 - Stuttering
Analysis of current models and recent research on stuttering and cluttering disorders; chief rationale for therapy and evaluation of therapy procedures and results. Review and practice of clinical assessment and intervention.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 555 - Seminar: Language Disorders in the School Age Child
Current topics and issues on typical and disordered language in school-age children, as well as alternate treatment approaches for older children. Special emphasis on clinical implications of recent research findings.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 451, CSD 553
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 556 - Aphasia
Descriptions, classifications and theoretical issues related to multimodality language-impaired adults following neurogenic brain disfunction. Some discussion of diagnostic methods.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 450 or equivalent
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 558 - Graduate Clinical Practice in Speech-Language Pathology
Supervised clinical practicum. Must be completed with a grade of B- or better. Repeatable to a maximum of 9 cr.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Satisfactory completion of CSD 549 and permission of instructor.
Credits: 1-3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 559 - Speech-Language Pathology Practicum
Must be completed with a grade of B- or better.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 560 - Speech-Language Pathology Practicum
Supervised clinical practicum. S/U grading. Offered summer only.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 549, CSD 558
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: S/U
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CSD 561 - Advanced Audiology I
Study of basic auditory correlates and advanced diagnostic audiometric procedures.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 371, CSD 462; instructor permission
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 562 - Advanced Audiology II
Theory and application of advanced diagnostic audiometric procedures.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 561
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 563 - Seminar: Aural Rehabilitation
Issues related to the hearing-impaired population.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 463 or instructor permission
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 564 - Advanced Clinical Practice in Aural Rehabilitation
Supervised practice in rehabilitation of the hard of hearing. Must be completed with a grade of B or better. Repeatable to a maximum of 10 cr.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 458; CSD 459; CSD 463; permission of instructor, and a minimum of 25 hours of documented speech-language pathology/ audiology and rehabilitation observation.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 565 - Psychoacoustics
Application of standard psychophysical techniques and theory of signal detection to audiologic research.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 561 or instructor permission
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 566 - Auditory Neurophysiology
The ear as a transducer and analyzer; electrophysiological and mechanical properties of the ear.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 561; instructor permission
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 567 - Seminar: Hearing Conservation
Noise as a public health hazard; the effects of noise on hearing; noise abatement, control and protection; federal and state noise regulations and compensation.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 562
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 568 - Advanced Clinical Practicum in Audiology
To be taken in sequence; and a minimum of 25 hours of documented speech-language pathology/audiology and rehabilitation observations. Clinical practicum designed to advance skills in audiology. Must be completed with a grade of B or better. Repeatable to a maximum of 14 cr.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 371, CSD 462 or permission of instructor; to be taken in sequence; and a minimum of 25 hours of documented speech-language pathology/audiology and rehabilitation observations.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 569 - Advanced Clinical Practice in Aural Rehabilitation
Supervised clinical practicum. S/U grading. Offered summer only. Repeatable to 4 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Satisfactory completion of CSD 458, CSD 459, CSD 463, and permission of instructor.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: S/U
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CSD 570 - Medical Audiology
Pathologies of the hearing mechanism and their auditory manifestations. Discussion with physicians regarding diagnosis, referrals and report writing.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 371, CSD 462, CSD 561
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 571 - Hearing Aids I
History, development and description of hearing aids and other amplification devices. Research into the electro-acoustic characteristics of hearing aids.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 462 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 572 - Hearing Aids II
Evaluation procedures and fitting techniques for dispensing hearing aids and other amplification devices. Auditory training and counseling techniques covered as well as special instrumentation.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 571
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 573 - Seminar: Speech Acoustics
In-depth study of the acoustic speech signal. Analysis of significant theories in speech production/acoustics. Application of relevant acoustic principles in the evaluation and remediation of communicative disabilities.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 353 or instructor permission
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 574 - Seminar: Speech Perception
Critical analysis of current issues in speech perception. Examination of the effects of communication disabilities on speech perception.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 353, CSD 573 or instructor permission
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 575 - Counseling in Communication Disorders
Contemporary theories and techniques of counseling individuals with communication disorders and their families.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Graduate status
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 576 - Cognitive Communication Disorders
Processes and theories of cognitive functions; assessment and management of cognitive disorders associated with acquired brain injury.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 450 and CSD 556; or instructor permission.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 577 - Pediatric Audiology
Developmental milestones of auditory function, implications of childhood hearing loss and supervised testing of pediatric patients utilizing basic and advanced testing techniques.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 371, CSD 462, CSD 568; instructor permission
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 578 - Seminar: Electrophysiological Testing
Current topics and issues in specialized areas of averaged electro-encephalic audiometry and otoacoustic emissions; research trends and problems. Lab required.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 561, CSD 568 or instructor permission
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 579 - Aging and the Ear
Anatomical and physiological influences of aging on the auditory mechanism and how these changes influence overall auditory function and communication.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 561, CSD 562
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 580 - Communication Disorders in the Public Schools
Role of the professional in organizing and directing a speech-language therapy or audiology program in the public school setting. Required for public school certification.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Second year graduate standing or instructor permission
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 582 - Medical Speech Pathology
Current topics and issues related to the practice of speech pathology in a medical/clinical setting.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Second year graduate standing or instructor permission
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 585 - Neuromotor Speech Disorders
Current literature review and discussion of the nature of neurologically based speech disorders (dysarthrias and apraxia). Examination and practice of clinical intervention methods.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 450, CSD 556 or equivalent
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 586 - Diagnosis and Treatment of Adult Language Neurogenic Disorders
Differential diagnosis assessment tools and theories of diagnostic methods. Treatment approaches for adult neurogenic disorders.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 450, CSD 556 or equivalent
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 588 - Seminar in Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Focus on evaluation and intervention for children, adolescence and adults with moderate to severe congenital or acquired disorders in speech and language who require augmentative and alternative models for oral or written communication.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 552, CSD 553, CSD 555, CSD 558 or instructor permission
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 589 - Library Research for CSD
Instruction in finding, examining and evaluating scholarly database information. Ethical, social aspects of information, organization and techniques of research process. Use of the internet sources in obtaining and evaluating medical information. S/U grading.
Credits: 1
Grade Mode: S/U
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CSD 592 - Seminar in Autism
Readings and discussion of theoretical and applied issues relating to the identification, diagnosis and treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders. Case studies are developed and presented using a variety of clinical forums.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Graduate status or instructor approval.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 598 - Internship in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology
Supervised, part-time experience providing opportunities to develop and demonstrate clinical competence in an approved setting. Placement is dependent on a suitable site. S/U grading. Repeatable up to 8 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Second-year graduate status; completion of plan of study; instructor permission; B in last clinic and a minimum of 200 clinic hours; enroll in clinic the quarter prior to internship and have all administrative and clinical records current.
Credits: 1-4
Grade Mode: S/U
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CSD 599 - Intern Speech/Lang Path/Aud
Supervised, full-time, off-campus experience providing opportunities to develop and demonstrate clinical competence in an approved setting. Placement is dependent on a suitable site. S/U grading. Repeatable up to 16 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Second-year graduate status; completion of plan of study; instructor permission; B in last clinic and minimum of 225 clinic hours, 25 observation enroll in clinic the quarter prior to internship and have all administrative/clinical records current.
Credits: 8
Grade Mode: S/U
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CSD 690 - Thesis
Credits: 1-9
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSD 691 - Non-Thesis Option
Writing based on research or clinical projects. This report to be used to help satisfy the non-thesis requirement.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 101 - Fundamentals of Speech
Functional approach to effective communication. Emphasizes the application of principles to practical problems in speech for persons with little or no previous public speaking experience. Students with prior public speaking experience are advised to take COMM 235 to satisfy GUR requirements or communication major application requirements.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCOM
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COMM 220 - Communication Theory
Survey of human communication focuses on communication theories, concepts and principles ranging from intrapersonal to interpersonal, group, organizational, rhetorical, intercultural, international and mass communication.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 224 - Small Group Processes
Exploration of the dynamics of human interaction in small group settings. Group tasks include the development of problem-solving skills, utilizing topics of current interest.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCOM
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COMM 225 - Communication, Diversity and Controversy
This course is designed to foster the skills necessary for civil engagement and effective dialogue on controversial issues. Students will learn to appreciate, integrate, and effectively challenge diverse perspectives on a number of traditionally-divisive topics.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCGM
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COMM 230 - Rhetorical Theory and Criticism
Through a survey of major rhetorical scholarship from ancient Greek through the present, students are introduced to both rhetorical theories and modes of criticism that guide the field. Emphasis is placed on the important role rhetoric plays in contemporary public discourse and democratic citizenship.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: HUM
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COMM 235 - Exposition and Argumentation
Theory and practice of principles of reasoned discourse as applied to public discussion of controversial issues. Students with prior background or experience in public speaking should consider COMM 235 as an alternative to COMM 101.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCOM
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COMM 236 - Intercollegiate Forensics
Debate, extemporaneous and impromptu speaking, and interpretive reading and other phases of forensics. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr. S/U grading.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: S/U
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COMM 240 - Media Studies
This course develops students’ ability to think critically about mass media. Media messages and images are examined, as well as the social, political, and historical significance of media.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: SSC
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COMM 244 - Advocacy Through Media
Introduction to nonprofit information campaigns, social issues marketing and other forms of advocacy through contemporary mass media. Students will learn basic theory and then engage in applied exercises as well as service learning assignments.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 260 - Communication, Identity and Difference
This course introduces students to communication theories that explore the ways discourses produce, reinforce, and challenge our understandings of identity — as well as how these identities interact with discourses of difference. By critically engaging the politics of representation, intersectionality, materialism, and power, this course questions identity and difference from hybrid perspectives rather than taking up isolated categories (such as race, gender, sexuality, disAbility, and class) as distinct particulars. The course will particularly emphasize debates within Communication Studies that problematize contemporary discourses and practices of multiculturalism. Students will be encouraged to understand how communication works to oppress certain populations while privileging others.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCGM
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COMM 300 - Directed Independent Study
An individualized course of study not available through or replacing existing curriculum, to be arranged between one matriculating student and sponsoring faculty member. All academic policies and registration deadlines apply. Directed Independent Study courses cannot substitute for General University Requirements and are not eligible for tuition waiver.
Credits: 1-15
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COMM 308 - Communication and Fundraising
Students will learn verbal and nonverbal communication skills regarding the donor-centered approach to fundraising, fundraising program research, and fundraising budgets. Students will be required to conduct a group fundraising event during the quarter.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 318 - Professional Communication
This course integrates business writing, public speaking, collaborative problem solving, and diversity training in a professional development context. Includes theory application and skill development. Students will be working in collaboration with organizations on or off campus.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Junior status.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 319 - Communication and Healthcare
This course is designed for healthcare professionals and others interested in communication skills for healthcare contexts. Students will be introduced to the theory and practice of effective and caring communication in the healthcare field, with a focus on strengthening and refining skills for communicating with diverse audiences.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 322 - Civil Discourse as Learning Interaction
This course explores the nature of public civil discourse and provides instruction and practice in writing and speaking across differences for a range of public audiences in an effort to enhance the collective good. By focusing on the theory and practice of civil discourse as a means for accomplishing effective dialogue, students will develop concepts, attitudes, and skills - both oral and written - needed to be engaged learners and citizens in the campus community and beyond. Course requires participation in Western’s Teaching-Learning Academy (TLA), which includes students, faculty, and staff who are working collectively to enhance the University learning environment.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ENG 101
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: CCOM
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COMM 325 - Intercultural Communication
Introduction to intercultural communication. Principles, concepts and various topics in this rapidly growing, important field. Covers the needed knowledge and skills in communicating effectively with people of diverse cultural backgrounds.
Prerequisites & Notes:
4 credits Comparative Gender/Multicultural Studies GUR or COMM 220
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 327 - Interpersonal Communication
Focuses on theory and practice in work, family, and social settings. Emphasizes observation, analysis, and skills training in relationship development. Topics include language use, listening, nonverbal behavior and conflict management.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Junior status
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 331 - Advanced Public Speaking
Theory and practice in the art of public discourse.
Prerequisites & Notes:
COMM 101 or COMM 235.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 339 - Practicum in Applied Communication
Students function in a variety of directed studies and contexts in which they apply their communication skills. Covers putting theory into practice in such areas as small group communication, interpersonal communication, organizational communication, intercultural communication and applied public information strategies. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 cr. S/U grading.
Credits: 1-3
Grade Mode: S/U
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COMM 350 - Emerging Communication Technologies
Primary course objective is technological literacy - gaining skills and experience for working with emerging communication technologies. Students will engage in a range of experiential and service learning assignments using various emerging technologies. Secondary objective is technology critique and the study of theories of technology.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 398 - Research Methods in Communication
Course should be taken as soon as possible after admission to the major as it is prerequisite for most 400-level communication courses. Survey of qualitative and quantitative research methods utilized in the field of communication.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Departmental majors only
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 400 - Directed Independent Study
An individualized course of study not available through or replacing existing curriculum, to be arranged between one matriculating student and sponsoring faculty member. All academic policies and registration deadlines apply. Directed Independent Study courses cannot substitute for General University Requirements and are not eligible for tuition waiver.
Credits: 1-15
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COMM 416 - Topics in Communication
In-depth coverage of special topics in communication, rhetoric and mass media. The subject of each individual course and its prerequisite is announced in the Timetable of Classes. Repeatable with different topics to a maximum of 12 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Senior status; COMM 398 or permission of instructor
Credits: 3-5
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 420 - Issues in Communication Theory
In-depth examination of advanced theories in human communication. Emphasis on theory development.
Prerequisites & Notes:
COMM 398 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 425 - Issues in Intercultural Communication
Introduction to dynamic forces that enhance effective communication between persons with various cultural backgrounds. Covers topics such as differences, similarities, values, pride and prejudice, cultural barriers in communication settings, and effectiveness of intercultural communication.
Prerequisites & Notes:
COMM 325 and COMM 398 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 427 - Issues in Interpersonal Communication
Senior seminar that offers an in-depth examination of theories and practices in interpersonal communication.
Prerequisites & Notes:
COMM 327 and COMM 398 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 428 - Organizational Communication
Emphasizes the role of communication as central in human organizing. Describes the relationships among communication theories and other theories of organizational behavior. Applies theories to varied organizational settings.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 430 - Visual Rhetoric
This course aims to interrogate the relationship between rhetoric and the image. Devoting attention to theories that explore the symbolic and performative dimensions of visual culture, this course introduces advanced students to theories of perception and visual interpretation as they relate to visual communication, media and film studies, cultural studies, art, literature, memory, and the public spectacle.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Junior status or permission of instructor.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 435 - Principles of Persuasion
Study of principles that influence attitudes and opinions in persuasive situations. Normally offered alternate years.
Prerequisites & Notes:
COMM 235 and junior status or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 436 - Advanced Forensics and Debate
Emphasis on intercollegiate debate with opportunity for experience in extemporaneous, impromptu and persuasive speaking. A maximum of 6 credits may be earned in COMM 436; a combined total of 6 credits from COMM 236 and COMM 436 may be applied to the major. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
6 credits COMM 235 and/or COMM 236
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: S/U
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COMM 440 - Critical Media Literacy
Examination of advanced theories in mass communication and media literacy. Examines social, political, and economic forces that shape media; influences of media on society; and issues of media policy, media advocacy, and media reform.
Prerequisites & Notes:
COMM 240 or JOUR 190; COMM 398.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 442 - Video Workshop
Production of the University’s cable television show, Western View. Course includes practical application of techniques used in video production. Utilizes digital technology, graphic materials, design and staging. Students will learn the role of producer and director. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Recommended prior to registration: JOUR 190, COMM 350 or previous video experience; written permission of instructor.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: S/U
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COMM 450 - Communication Pedagogy I
Serve as undergraduate tutor for students taking communication courses. Learn instructional methods and gain further mastery of course content. Conduct supervised tutoring and feedback for students enrolled in communication courses. S/U grading
Prerequisites & Notes:
Recommendation; written permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: S/U
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COMM 451 - Communication Pedagogy II
Help supervise teams of undergraduate tutors. Develop leadership, organizational and pedagogical skills. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
COMM 450; recommendation; written permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: S/U
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COMM 454 - Instructional Communication
This course is designed for prospective elementary, secondary and college teachers and communication trainers/consultants. Communication theories, principles, and skills applicable to the classroom context are addressed as they apply to teaching in general and communication specifically.
Prerequisites & Notes:
COMM 398 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 459 - Field Internship in Communication
Supervised work in communication with an educational institution, public agency, private enterprise, broadcast station or other appropriate business. Meetings, written reports and a paper related to the internship are required. For students applying for media internships, plan to complete all academic course work before the internship, as this is the usual career pattern for those in that area. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 cr. A maximum of 6 cr may be applied to the COMM major. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Senior status; written permission of advisor; departmental majors only.
Credits: 3-12
Grade Mode: S/U
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COMM 492 - Senior Thesis
Supervised independent research on an advanced topic, leading to a substantial research paper. Two quarters prior, student should seek out a supervising faculty member to begin preparation and planning. One quarter prior, student should complete a preparatory independent study (COMM 400) that includes a literature review, an outline of methods and, if needed, a Human Subjects Review form.
Prerequisites & Notes:
COMM 398; departmental majors only; permission of a supervising professor.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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COMM 498 - Communication Ethics
This capstone course examines diverse ethical theories and perspectives pertaining to communication in contexts ranging from the local to the global. Students will have opportunities to reflect on and clarify their own ethical commitments, and to understand these in relation to ethical theories and perspectives in the field of communication studies.
Prerequisites & Notes:
COMM 398 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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C2C 201 - Compass to Campus: Youth Mentoring I
Introduction to service-learning mentoring through a campus wide mentoring initiative designed to encourage under-represented, low-income, first generation, and diverse 5th -12th grade students to graduate from high school and consider post-secondary education.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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C2C 202 - Compass to Campus: Youth Mentoring II
Service learning through a campus wide mentoring initiative designed to encourage under-represented, low-income, first generation, and diverse 5th -12th grade students to graduate from high school and consider post-secondary education. Second in series. Repeatable up to 12 credits, including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
C2C 201 or EDUC 201 or EDUC 297A.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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Computer Science Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400, 500 are described in the University Academic Policies section of this catalog. |
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CSCI 101 - Computers and Applications
Study of computers, computer systems, and computer applications. Computer hardware and software fundamentals. Networking, telecommunications, and the Internet. Hands-on experience with a variety of standard computer applications. Computer-related social and ethical issues. Lab.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSCI 102 - Computer-Mediated Communications
Internet skills, with an emphasis on the Internet as a medium of political and business communication, research, cultural exchange and worldwide collaboration. Basic principles of effective Web site organization and design. Lab.
Prerequisites & Notes:
basic computer literacy
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCOM
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CSCI 103 - Introduction to Computer Game Development
An introduction to computer game development for students with no programming background. Students use game development software to develop games of varying complexity, including graphics and sound, and extend to more complex games through the use of scripts.
Prerequisites & Notes:
basic computer literacy, use of keyboard and mouse
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: QSR
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CSCI 104 - Software Installation, Operation and Configuration of Personal Computer Systems
Overview of computer hardware components. Installing and configuring Windows operating system. Installing and configuring the Linux operating system. Open source software installation. Each student will receive a licensed copy of the current MS Windows operating system and all Microsoft Development Tools (language compilers etc.) which may be used on their own personal computer.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSCI 120 - Exploring Computer Science
Course exposes students to a variety of computer science problems and applications in a novel, fun, interesting and challenging fashion. Elementary programming skills, problem solving ability, and communications skills will be developed. Excellent course for those who have an interest in the field but no previous background.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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CSCI 138 - Programming Fundamentals in Visual Basic
Intended for students wishing to acquire programming skills in connection with natural science or technology. Basic concepts of computer programming using the Visual Basic programming language. Topics include introduction to development environment, introduction to computer architecture, and language elements such as control structures, functions, basic I/O, one-dimensional and parallel arrays, text file I/O, and user-interface design. Emphasis on algorithm development, program solving, and software engineering. Programming is required in implementation of concepts. Lab.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Math 112 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: QSR
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CSCI 139 - Programming Fundamentals in Python
Intended for students wishing to acquire programming skills in connection with natural science or technology. Basic concepts of computer programming using the Python programming language. Topics include introduction to development environment, introduction to computer architecture, and language elements such as control structures, functions, basic I/O, one-dimensional and parallel arrays, text file I/O, and user-interface design. Emphasis on algorithm development, program solving, and software engineering. Programming is required in implementation of concepts. Lab.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Math 112 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: QSR
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CSCI 140 - Programming Fundamentals in C++
Intended for students wishing to acquire programming skills in connection with a natural science or technology. Basic concepts of computer programming using the C++ programming language. Topics covered: introduction to computer architecture, and elements of a language such as control structures, functions, basic I/O, one dimensional and parallel arrays, text file I/O. Algorithm development, problem solving and software engineering are emphasized. Programming is required in implementation of concepts. Lab.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 112 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: QSR
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CSCI 141 - Computer Programming I
Intended for students majoring in computer science. Basic concepts of computer programming using an object oriented programming language. Topics covered: introduction to the development environment, introduction to algorithms, elements of a programming language, including data types, packages, control structures, procedures and functions, basic input and output, arrays and records, text files, strings, variant records. Algorithm development, problem solving and software engineering are emphasized. Programming is required in implementation of concepts. Lab.
Prerequisites & Notes:
One of: MATH 112, MATH 114, MATH 115, MATH 118, MATH 124, MATH 125, MATH 134, MATH 138, MATH 156.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: QSR
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CSCI 145 - Computer Programming and Linear Data Structures
Abstract data types, generics, access or pointer types, dynamic memory allocation, recursion, concurrent programming and linear data structures, including stacks, lists and queues. Programming is required in implementation of concepts. Lab.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSCI 141 or equivalent; any of : MATH 115, MATH 118, MATH 124
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: QSR
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