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CHEM 553 - Organic Reactions
Organic chemical reactions as applied to problems in organic synthesis.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 353 or instructor permission
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Sciences and Technology
Chemistry
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CHEM 554 - Organic Spectroscopy
Identification of organic compounds by spectroscopic methods: infrared, nuclear magnetic resonance, ultraviolet and mass spectroscopy. Lab included.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 123, CHEM 353, CHEM 355
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
Sciences and Technology
Chemistry
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CHEM 555 - Advanced NMR Techniques
A lecture/lab course in advanced techniques in nuclear magnetic resonance, including Fourier transformation, multiple pulse sequences, relaxation time measurements, gated decoupling, polarization transfer and two-dimensional NMR experiments.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 454 or CHEM 554
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Sciences and Technology
Chemistry
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CHEM 556 - Medicinal Chemistry
The chemistry of drug discovery, design, development, and action.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 353 or instructor permission; CHEM 471 recommended
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Sciences and Technology
Chemistry
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CHEM 562 - Group Theory and Spectroscopy
Correlation of mathematical group theory with molecular symmetry and application of symmetry groups to the interpretation of molecular spectra. Principle applications will be to infrared and Raman vibrational spectra.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 463
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Sciences and Technology
Chemistry
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CHEM 563 - Computers in Chemistry
Use of computers in chemistry and biochemistry, including chemistry on the Internet, molecular modeling, visualization, simulation, and the control of laboratory experiments.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 461 or CHEM 467 or PHYS 331 or concurrent, or instructor permission
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Sciences and Technology
Chemistry
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CHEM 565 - Surface Chemistry
Physical chemistry of solid surfaces. Examples drawn from heterogeneous catalysis and environmental chemistry.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 461
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Sciences and Technology
Chemistry
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CHEM 573 - Enzyme Chemistry
Preparation and measurement of activities of enzymes; mechanism of enzyme reactions; properties of individual enzymes and coenzymes.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 463 or CHEM 468, CHEM 471
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Sciences and Technology
Chemistry
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CHEM 575 - Immunology
Biochemistry of the immune response, antibody structure and function, origin of antibody diversity, cell-mediated immunity.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 473; instructor permission
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Sciences and Technology
Chemistry
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CHEM 578 - Protein Engineering
Analysis of protein structure and protein-ligand interactions, protein design considerations, and design of small molecule and protein-based therapeutic agents.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 471
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Sciences and Technology
Chemistry
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CHEM 579 - Virology
Overview of viruses - their structures, life cycles and control. Bacterial, plant and animal viruses will be discussed.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM/BIOL 473
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Sciences and Technology
Chemistry
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CHEM 595 - Seminar
Presentation of contemporary subjects in chemistry. Repeatable to a maximum of 2 cr. S/U grading.
Credits: 1
Grade Mode: S/U
Maximum Repeatability: 2
Sciences and Technology
Chemistry
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CHEM 596 - Seminar in Current Chemistry and Biochemistry
Introduction to current research problems in chemistry and biochemistry. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr. S/U grading.
Credits: 1
Grade Mode: S/U
Maximum Repeatability: 6
Sciences and Technology
Chemistry
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CHEM 690 - Thesis
Research in chemistry under faculty direction terminating in a master’s thesis. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 cr. S/U grading.
Credits: 1 TO 6
Grade Mode: S/U
Maximum Repeatability: 12
Sciences and Technology
Chemistry
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CHEM 694 - Industrial Internship in Chemistry
A supervised technical field experience in chemical laboratory practice. The experience may be in an industrial or government laboratory setting in such areas as research and development, chemical sales, manufacturing, process development, clinical chemistry, analytical chemistry, quality control or environmental control. A project report following an approved format is required. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 cr. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
advancement to candidacy; graduate advisor permission
Credits: 1 TO 6
Grade Mode: S/U
Maximum Repeatability: 12
Sciences and Technology
Chemistry
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Chinese Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400; 417, 445 are described in the University Academic Policies section of this catalog. |
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CHIN 101 - First-Year Chinese
To be taken in sequence. Fundamentals of the modern standard language (Mandarin): pronunciation, grammar, aural comprehension, reading and speaking.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CHIN 102 - First-Year Chinese
To be taken in sequence. Fundamentals of the modern standard language (Mandarin): pronunciation, grammar, aural comprehension, reading and speaking.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHIN 101 or equivalent
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CHIN 103 - First-Year Chinese
To be taken in sequence. Fundamentals of the modern standard language (Mandarin): pronunciation, grammar, aural comprehension, reading and speaking.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHIN 102 or equivalent
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: BCOM
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CHIN 201 - Second-Year Chinese
To be taken in sequence. Review of the fundamentals of the modern standard language (Mandarin); emphasis on acquisition of oral and written vocabulary; intensive reading and discussion in Chinese of graded materials in modern Chinese (Mandarin).
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHIN 103 or equivalent
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: ACGM BCOM
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CHIN 202 - Second-Year Chinese
To be taken in sequence. Review of the fundamentals of the modern standard language (Mandarin); emphasis on acquisition of oral and written vocabulary; intensive reading and discussion in Chinese of graded materials in modern Chinese (Mandarin).
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHIN 201 or equivalent
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: ACGM BCOM
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CHIN 203 - Second-Year Chinese
To be taken in sequence. Review of the fundamentals of the modern standard language (Mandarin); emphasis on acquisition of oral and written vocabulary; intensive reading and discussion in Chinese of graded materials in modern Chinese (Mandarin).
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHIN 202 or equivalent
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: ACGM BCOM
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CHIN 280 - Traditional Chinese Characters
An introduction to the principles used in the formation of Chinese characters. The components of the characters are analyzed and compared with the new, simplified forms. Prepared texts provide practice in reading the characters. Calligraphy sessions provide opportunity to write the traditional forms. In addition, three phonetic transcription methods are taught.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHIN 101
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CHIN 301 - Third-Year Chinese
To be taken in sequence. Intensive reading, written vocabulary acquisition (reaching the 1,400 character level by the end of the sequence) and oral comprehension of materials in modern standard Chinese (Mandarin).
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHIN 203
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: ACGM
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CHIN 302 - Third-Year Chinese
To be taken in sequence. Intensive reading, written vocabulary acquisition (reaching the 1,400 character level by the end of the sequence) and oral comprehension of materials in modern standard Chinese (Mandarin).
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHIN 301
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: ACGM
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CHIN 303 - Third-Year Chinese
To be taken in sequence. Intensive reading, written vocabulary acquisition (reaching the 1,400 character level by the end of the sequence) and oral comprehension of materials in modern standard Chinese (Mandarin).
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHIN 302
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: ACGM
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CHIN 330 - Chinese Culture Through Film and Literature
An introduction to cultural aspects of Chinese through a study of film as oral and visual texts. Film scripts and short stories, especially those from which films have been adapted, are used to enhance reading and discussion skills. Repeatable to a maximum of 9 cr.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHIN 203 or instructor permission
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Maximum Repeatability: 9
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CHIN 360 - Business Chinese
Designed to prepare students to use Chinese in professional settings. Study of vocabulary and protocol specific to business endeavors is emphasized. Textbooks, videos and newspaper articles form the core materials of instruction.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHIN 203 or instructor permission
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CHIN 390 - Introduction to Chinese Language and Linguistics
An introduction to the phonology, morphology, syntax, lexicon and writing system of the Chinese language. Explores the relationship between language and society.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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Classical Studies Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400; 417, 445 are described in the University Academic Policies section of this catalog. |
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CLST 117 - The Ancient Legacy
An introduction to the contributions made by Greece and Rome to the European cultural tradition. Five thematic questions and the answers offered by the ancients are to be examined: God or Mortal; Citizen and State; the Great Individual; the life of philosophy and the life of political activity; the Burden of Immortality.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: HUM
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CLST 260 - Masterworks of Ancient Greek Literature
Survey of the major Greek texts - epic, dramatic and narrative - in translation with emphasis on those works which have shaped the classical tradition.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: HUM
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CLST 270 - Literature of Rome and Her Empire
Survey of the major literary monuments which serve to define the Roman character and the nature of the Roman Empire at its height.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: HUM
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CLST 350 - Greek Mythology
A study of Greek myths as a vital and evolving feature of Greek religious and intellectual life from Homer through Hesiod and Aeschylus to Euripides.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: HUM
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CLST 401 - Sanskrit
Fundamentals of the classical language: pronunciation; reading and writing of devanagari script; grammar.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CLST 410 - The Proto-Indo-European Roots of the Classical Languages
Introduction to principles of comparative philology and comparative mythology and poetics; survey of the phonology, morphology and syntax of Proto-Indo-European; the major IE branches with special emphasis given to Hellenic, Italic and Indo-Iranian.
Prerequisites & Notes:
GREK 101 or LAT 101 or CLST 350 or CLST 401.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CLST 450 - Topics in Classical Studies
Varying topics, such as individual genres (e.g., epic, tragedy) or eras (fifth-century B.C. Athens, the Mediterranean World in the first century A.D.), will be treated from quarter to quarter. See the Timetable of Classes for offerings. Repeatable with different topics with no maximum.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CLST 260 or CLST 270 or CLST 350 or LBRL 121 or ENG 281
Credits: 3 TO 5
Grade Mode: L
Maximum Repeatability: 98
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CLST 450A - Topics in Classical Studies
Varying topics, such as individual genres (e.g., epic, tragedy) or eras (fifth-century B.C. Athens, the Mediterranean World in the first century A.D.), will be treated from quarter to quarter. See the Timetable of Classes for offerings. Repeatable with different topics with no maximum.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CLST 260 or CLST 270 or CLST 350 or LBRL 121 or ENG 281
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Maximum Repeatability: 98
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CLST 450B - Topics in Classical Studies
Varying topics, such as individual genres (e.g., epic, tragedy) or eras (fifth-century B.C. Athens, the Mediterranean World in the first century A.D.), will be treated from quarter to quarter. See the Timetable of Classes for offerings. Repeatable with different topics with no maximum.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CLST 260 or CLST 270 or CLST 350 or LBRL 121 or ENG 281
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Maximum Repeatability: 98
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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CLST 450C - Topics in Classical Studies
Varying topics, such as individual genres (e.g., epic, tragedy) or eras (fifth-century B.C. Athens, the Mediterranean World in the first century A.D.), will be treated from quarter to quarter. See the Timetable of Classes for offerings. Repeatable with different topics with no maximum.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CLST 260 or CLST 270 or CLST 350 or LBRL 121 or ENG 281
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Maximum Repeatability: 98
Humanities and Social Sciences
Modern and Classical Languages
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Coaching Development Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400; 417, 445 are described in the University Academic Policies section of this catalog. |
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CD 280 - Coaching Practicum - Basketball
A practical application of principles and techniques used in sport coaching, including program organization and administration, team building, teaching sports strategies, leadership principles related to sport performance, sport-related motor skill acquisition and performance principles, and the evaluation of coaching strategies and methods. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: S/U
Humanities and Social Sciences
Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
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CD 281 - Coaching Practicum - Volleyball
A practical application of principles and techniques used in sport coaching, including program organization and administration, team building, teaching sports strategies, leadership principles related to sport performance, sport-related motor skill acquisition and performance principles, and the evaluation of coaching strategies and methods.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: S/U
Humanities and Social Sciences
Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
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CD 343 - Sports Officiating/Track & Field
Officiating techniques for individual and team sports.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
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CD 381 - Coaching Sports: Basketball
Practical and theoretical aspects of coaching the sport with special emphasis on advanced skill development and current methodology and resource material being utilized.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
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CD 383 - Coaching Sports: Track
Practical and theoretical aspects of coaching the sport with special emphasis on advanced skill development and current methodology and resource material being utilized.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
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Communication Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400; 417, 445 are described in the University Academic Policies section of this catalog. |
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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: L
GUR Attributes: BCOM
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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: L
GUR Attributes: BCOM
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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COMM 230 - Introduction to 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: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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: L
GUR Attributes: BCOM
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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
Maximum Repeatability: 6
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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COMM 244S - 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: 3
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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
College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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: L
GUR Attributes: CCOM
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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COMM 325 - Introduction to Intercultural Communication
Introduction to intercultural communication. Principles, concepts and various topics in this rapidly growing, important field. Covers the needed skills in communicating effectively with people of diverse cultural backgrounds.
Prerequisites & Notes:
4 credits Comparative Gender or Multicultural Studies GUR or COMM 220
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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 TO 3
Grade Mode: S/U
Maximum Repeatability: 12
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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:
snr status; COMM 398 or perm of instructor.
Credits: 3 TO 5
Grade Mode: L
Maximum Repeatability: 12
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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COMM 416G - Interpersonal Conflict Resolution
Identification of many communication problems inherent in communication processes and insight into increasing rhetorical and behavioral options for resolving interpersonal conflict. 6 weeks.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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COMM 416R - Communication & Creativity
This course investigates the question “What techniques enhance creativity and competency in communication?” The course is grounded in the recent research of R. Keith Sawyer, as reflected in his book “Creating Conversations” and the scholarly work of Stephen Nachmanovitch, presented in his book “Free Play”. Additionally lectures will cover the contributions of various acknowledged experts on creativity and play. Classes will include exploration of improvisation techniques and reflections on these experiences.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Major restricted; juniors and seniors.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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COMM 420 - Advanced Communication Theory
In-depth examination of advanced theories in human communication. Emphasis on theory development.
Prerequisites & Notes:
COMM 398 or instructor permission
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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:
Department majors only. COMM 325 and COMM 398 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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, COMM 398 or instructor permission
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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.
Prerequisites & Notes:
COMM 398
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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
Maximum Repeatability: 6
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: S/U
Maximum Repeatability: 6
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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COMM 444 - 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:
JOUR 190 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: S/U
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: S/U
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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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.
Credits: 3-12
Grade Mode: S/U
Repeatability: Repeatable
Maximum Repeatability: 12 credits
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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COMM 492 - Senior Thesis
Supervised independent research on an advanced topic, leading to a substantial research paper.
Prerequisites & Notes:
admission to department honors; 24 completed credits in communication including COMM 398
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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COMM 498 - Communication Ethics
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 instructor permission.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication
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CSD 251 - Introduction to Communication Disorders
An introduction to the disciplines of speech-language pathology and audiology; survey of speech, language and hearing processes and disorders.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 253 - Speech and Hearing Sciences for the Liberal Arts
Basic concepts of speech production, speech acoustics, hearing and speech perception. Includes lab.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: LSCI
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 265 - Beginning Sign Language
Introduction to the theory and practice of (pidgin) sign language.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 301 - Writing Lab
Instruction and practice in writing; includes opportunities for multi-drafting, revision, and reflection. Repeatable up to 2 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ENG 101.
Credits: 1
Grade Mode: L
Maximum Repeatability: 2
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 352 - Anatomy and Physiology of Speech Mechanisms
Structure and function of organs concerned with audition, respiration, phonation, resonation, articulation.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Junior or senior status, or permission of instructor.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 353 - Speech Science
Acoustic and articulatory characteristics of the speech signal and their relation to speech production and perception. Lab required.
Prerequisites & Notes:
junior standing, CSD 352, CSD 356, CSD 371
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 354 - Speech and Language Development in Children
Typical speech and language acquisition; its impact on the developing child; origins and growth of symbolic processes, developmental norms; factors influencing learning of language and speech.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Junior or senior status, or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 356 - Phonetics
Training in recognition and production of sounds of spoken English through use of the International Phonetic Alphabet. Lab required.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Junior or senior status, or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 361 - Language Disorders, Birth to Five
Etiologies of language learning disabilities in children from birth to five years; diagnosis and treatment procedures.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 354
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 371 - Hearing Science
Introduction to the nature of sound and its measurement. The structure and function of the auditory mechanism.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 352
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 372 - Hearing Disorders
The nature, cause and treatment of hearing impairment.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 352
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 373 - Introduction to Phonology
Phonological development, symptomatology, etiology and therapy for articulation disorders.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 251, CSD 352, CSD 356
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 381 - Physiological and Psychological Bases of Hearing
The study of the structure and function of the auditory system. Analysis of significant theories in speech acoustics and speech perception. Examination of the effects of hearing impairment on speech perception.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 353, CSD 371 or instructor permission
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 401 - Writing Lab
Instruction and practice in writing; includes opportunities for multi-drafting, revision, and reflection. Repeatable up to 2 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ENG 101.
Credits: 1
Grade Mode: L
Maximum Repeatability: 2
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 450 - Neuroanatomy for Speech Pathology and Audiology
Normal and abnormal structures of the human nervous system as they pertain to speech, language and hearing. Particular emphasis on sensory and motor pathways, localization and lateralization.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 352 or equivalent; senior or graduate standing
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 451 - Language Disorders II
Diagnosis and treatment procedures for school-age children with language-learning impairments.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 354, CSD 361
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 457 - Clinical Processes
Current principles, methods and materials used in the assessment and treatment of a variety of communication disorders. Directed observation. Writing proficiency course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 354, CSD 361, CSD 373, CSD 451
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 458 - Application of Clinical Processes to CSD
Application of the clinical processes to service delivery, documentation, administrative procedures, and professional writing.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 457, graduate track, permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 459 - Lab: Beginning Clinical Practice in Speech-Language Therapy
Assistant clinician experience. Lab required. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 458; minimum 25 hours of documented speech-language pathology, audiology and/or aural rehabilitation observation; CSD 458, 459 concurrently with instructor permission
Credits: 1
Grade Mode: S/U
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 460 - Assess & Intervention in CSD
Current principles, methods, and application of research-based theories to a dynamic clinical process which includes identification, prevention, assessment, and intervention for communication disorders. Lab required.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 354, CSD 361, CSD 373, CSD 451
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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CSD 462 - Audiometric Testing
Introduction to the theory and application of pure tone, immittance and speech audiometry to the assessment of hearing function; implications for rehabilitation.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CSD 371; graduate track only
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Humanities and Social Sciences
Communication Sci & Disorders
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