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2004-2005 Springfield College Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2004-2005 Springfield College Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Biology

  
  • BIOL 266 - Flora of New England Laboratory


    This lab/field course is designed to apply the principles of plant recognition, their habitats, collection, and uses. Field trips to all major New England habitats are conducted; trips to arboretums and student-directed investigations are carried out.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Co-requisite: Must register for BIOL 264 or permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • BIOL 267 - Introductory Horticulture Laboratory


    This is a lab/field course designed for the hands-on application of the principles of plant propagation and care. Field trips to various horticultural facilities and computer applications of landscape design are included.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Co-requisite: Must register for BIOL 265 or permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • BIOL 270 - Plant Biology


    This course studies the structure, function, classification, growth, development, human/social use, habitats, and environmental responses of plants. Additionally, plant-animal interactions, wildlife biology, and agricultural applications of hormones and crop improvement, with critical thinking dialogue on applications of principles are covered. The course allows for and encourages independent investigation in the laboratory and/or field.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    BIOL 121-123 and  BIOL 122-124, or BIOL 101-102. Co-requisite: Students must also register for the corresponding lab, BIOL 271.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • BIOL 271 - Plant Biology Laboratory


    This course is designed to orient students to work with plants in the lab and field. Many field trips are conducted to observe plants in ways, which illustrate the principles of plant biology. Student-directed lab/field experiences are employed to allow for ownership in one or more principles. Visits to Smith College and other arboretums are included.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Co-requisite: Students must register for BIOL 270 or permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • BIOL 277 - Field Ornithology


    In this course, birds are studied as an aid in teaching biology and conservation, and “bird watching” is presented as a form of recreation. Identification, classification, and ecology are covered on field trips and in the laboratory.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    BIOL 121-122 and 123-124, or BIOL 101-102.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • BIOL 278 - Aquatic Biology


    This course emphasizes adaptations that have evolved in aquatic organisms to allow survival in marine and freshwater environments. Students gain an appreciation of the diversity of aquatic organisms and the challenges they face.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    BIOL 121-122 and 123-124, or BIOL 101-102. Co-requisite: Students must also register for the corresponding lab, BIOL 279.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • BIOL 279 - Aquatic Biology Laboratory


    In this course, students collect and identify aquatic organisms from local freshwater habitats and perform chemical analysis on samples taken from those bodies of water. Field trips and related activities enhance understanding of marine and freshwater environments.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Co-requisite: Students must also register for BIOL 278 or permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • BIOL 280W - Genetics


    This course encompasses a study of the principles of human genetics. Emphasis is placed on molecular and physiological genetics, as well as population genetics. A nine-unit, computer-based drill-and-practice reinforces problem-solving and data interpretation skills.

    Can fulfill WAC.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    BIOL 121-122 and 123-124, CHEM 121-122 and 123-124. Co-requisite: Students must also register for the corresponding lab, BIOL 281.

    Credits: 3 s.h

  
  • BIOL 281 - Genetics Laboratory


    This laboratory course, designed for science majors, studies the science of Mendelian genetics using a computerized tutorial. Students use drosphila, yeast, and plants to define Mendel’s laws. Students also isolate specific genes and amplify and examine their distribution through electrophoresis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Co-requisite: Students must also register for BIOL 280 or permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • BIOL 310 - Evolution


    The Theory of Evolution by Natural Selection is the central unifying concept in modern    biology.  This course examines the basic principles, mechanisms and patterns of      
    evolution.  Topics also include human evolution and the effect of evolution on    
    behavior in animals, including humans.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    BIOL 121-123 and BIOL 122-124

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOL 311 - Human Histology


    The emphasis of this course is the microscopic structure of cells, tissues, and their organization into organs in the human body. The unique arrangements of tissues in each organ provides clues to understanding the functions of that organ. This course is beneficial to preprofessional students of medicine, dentistry, nursing, and allied health.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    BIOL 121-122 and 123-124. Co-requisite: Students must also register for BIOL 312.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • BIOL 312 - Human Histology Laboratory


    This laboratory course is designed to be taken concurrently with BIOL 311. Students learn to identify various human tissues and organs using the light microscope and related electron micrographs.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    BIOL 121-122 and 123-124. Corequisite: Students must register for BIOL 311.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • BIOL 315 - General Microbiology


    This course studies the fundamental principles of microbiology. Students are to view and understand representatives of bacteria, viruses, fungi, algea, and protozoa, and to establish the basis of their classification, identification and activities. Emphasis is placed upon morphology, cytology, physiology and metabolism of bacteria and viruses.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    BIOL 121-123 and BIOL 122-124 and CHEM 121-123 and CHEM 122-124. Co-requisite: Students must also register for the corresponding lab, BIOL 317.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • BIOL 316 - Applied Microbiology and Immunology


    This course is designed to acquaint students with principles governing microbial actions, microbe utilization and control of microorganisms. Fundamentals of medical microbiology, resistance and immunity, microbial biotechnology related to the industrial and agricultural areas as well as topics of public health and environmental concerns are covered.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    BIOL 121-123 and BIOL 122-124 and CHEM 121-123 and CHEM 122-124. BIOL 315, although not a prerequisite, is strongly recommended. Co-requisite: Students must also register for the corresponding lab, BIOL 317.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • BIOL 317 - Microbiology I Laboratory


    In this course, students are provided with training in basic microbiology laboratory skills such as laboratory safety, aseptic techniques, and methods for bacterial isolation and quantitation. Laboratory exercises focus on the investigative nature of microbiology. Students are given the opportunity to design and conduct experiments on their own and are required to submit reports in the format of a scientific journal. In addition, advanced microbiology techniques are explored in workshop-style exercises.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: Students registered for BIOL 315 must register for BIOL 317 or have permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • BIOL 318 - Applied Microbiology and Immunology Laboratory


    In this course, students are provided with training in basic microbiology laboratory skills such as laboratory safety, aseptic techniques, and methods for bacterial isolation and quantitation. Laboratory exercises focus on the investigative nature of microbiology. Students are given the opportunity to design and conduct experiments on their own and are required to submit reports in the format of a scientific journal. In addition, advanced microbiology techniques are explored in workshop-style exercises.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: Students registered for BIOL 316 must register for BIOL 318 or have permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • BIOL 370 - Instrumentation and Methodology


    The theory and practice of modern laboratory techniques utilizing optical, electrical, chromatographic, and radioisotopic methods of measurement and analysis are covered. Principles underlying instrument design and safety in the laboratory are emphasized.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: Students must also register for the corresponding lab, BIOL 371. CHEM 121-123 and 122-124 and BIOL 121-123 and 122-124. Analytical chemistry and physics are recommended.

    Credits: 2 s.h
  
  • BIOL 371 - Instrumentation and Methodology Laboratory


    This course introduces students to a wide range of modern biological laboratory techniques used in research and medicine. The laboratory provides practical experience in using instruments and equipment including electrophoresis, column chromatography, spectrophotometry, atomic absorption, gas chromatography, radioisotope measurement, and data analysis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: Students must also register for BIOL 370 or permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • BIOL 380 - Field Ecology


    This is an on-site study of the biological, physical, and chemical processes operating in the marine, littoral, and terrestrial environment, with special attention to the role of humanity in utilizing and affecting resources.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    BIOL 121-122 and 123-124, or BIOL 101-102.

    Credits: 2 s.h
  
  • BIOL 408 - Cell and Molecular Biology


    This course studies the structure and function of cells and the molecular basis of cellular activity. Topics include cellular organelles, gene expression and protein synthesis, molecular biology and recombinant DNA technology.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    BIOL 121-122 and 123-124, CHEM 221-222 and 223-224. Co-requisite: Students must also register for the corresponding lab, BIOL 409.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • BIOL 409 - Cell and Molecular Biology Laboratory


    This laboratory course emphasizes the methods of cell and molecular biology research. Topics include cell culture, DNA isolation and cloning, separation and identification of biology macromolecules, and data analysis and presentation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Students must also register for BIOL 408 or permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • BIOL 420W - Cellular Physiology


    This course emphasizes the amazing array of cellular activities that allow the human body to function. Students gain an appreciation of the elegance and precision of cellular interaction necessary to maintain human health.

    May fulfill WAC.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    BIOL 121-122 and 123-124, BIOL 250-251 and 252-253, CHEM 221-222 and 223-224. Co-requisite: Students must also register for the corresponding lab, BIOL 421.

    Credits: 3 s.h

  
  • BIOL 421 - Cellular Physiology Laboratory


    Students perform laboratory exercises that elucidate the important concepts in cell physiology. They gain experience using current laboratory methods including enzyme assays, protein gel electrophoresis, chromatography, and some recombinant DNA techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Co-requisite: Students must also register for BIOL 420 or permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • BIOL 482 - Seminar in Biology


    Discussion and reports on current topics in biology are presented at weekly meetings with departmental faculty.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    BIOL 121-122 and 123-124.

    Credits: 2 s.h

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 101* - Chemistry Survey


    This is an overview of the essential principles of general, organic, and biological chemistry, including the structure and behavior of atoms and molecules, an introduction to organic compounds, and the biomedical basis of physiology, bioenergetics, and nutrition.

    General Education category natural science.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Co-requisite: Students must also register for the corresponding lab, CHEM 102.

    Credits: 3 s.h

  
  • CHEM 102* - Chemistry Survey Laboratory


    This laboratory course is designed to compliment and illustrate the principles and applications of the Chemistry Survey course.

    General Education category natural science.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Co-requisite: Students must also register for CHEM 101 or permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 1 s.h

  
  • CHEM 121* - General Chemistry I


    This course, designed for science majors, studies the science of molecules and their transformations. Topics include chemical reactions, states of matter, electronic structure, bonding, molecular geometry, intermolecular forces, kinetics, equilibrium, thermodynamics, acids and bases, electrochemistry, introductory organic chemistry, and nuclear chemistry.

    General Education category natural science.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    High school chemistry. Co-requisite: Students must also register for the corresponding lab, CHEM 123, unless previously taken.

    Credits: 3 s.h

  
  • CHEM 122 - General Chemistry II


    Part II of CHEM 121. This course, designed for science majors, studies the science of molecules and their transformations. Topics include chemical reactions, states of matter, electronic structure, bonding, molecular geometry, intermolecular forces, kinetics, equilibrium, thermodynamics, acids and bases, electrochemistry, introductory organic chemistry, and nuclear chemistry.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CHEM 121. Co-requisite: Students must also register for CHEM 124, unless previously taken.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CHEM 123* - General Chemistry I Laboratory


    This is a laboratory course designed to illustrate the principles and applications of General Chemistry.

    General Education category natural science.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Co-requisite: Students registered for CHEM 121 must register for CHEM 123 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 s.h.

  
  • CHEM 124 - General Chemistry II Laboratory


    This is a laboratory course designed to illustrate the principles and applications of General Chemistry.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: Students must register for CHEM 122 or have permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • CHEM 211 - Organic Survey


    This is a brief course outlining the structure, function, and reactions of the biologically important families of organic compounds.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CHEM 121-122 and 123-124.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CHEM 212 - Organic Survey Laboratory


    The laboratory is designed to provide experience with the basic techniques of organic chemistry and exposure to the use of modern instrumentation such as UV, IR, and GC.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CHEM 211 or concurrently.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • CHEM 221 - Organic Chemistry I


    This is an introduction to the chemistry of carbon compounds, emphasizing the theoretical concepts of structure and mechanisms and the reactions of fundamental functional groups.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CHEM 121-122 and 123-124. Co-requisite: Students must also register for the corresponding lab, CHEM 223.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CHEM 222 - Organic Chemistry II


    Part II of CHEM 221. This is an introduction to the chemistry of carbon compounds, emphasizing the theoretical concepts of structure and mechanisms and the reactions of fundamental functional groups.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CHEM 221. Co-requisite: Students must also register for CHEM 224.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CHEM 223 - Organic Chemistry I Laboratory


    The laboratory assignments in this course integrate the attainment of skill in standard laboratory techniques with extensive use of modern instrumentation such as IR, UV, NMR, and VPC.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Co-requisite: Students registered for CHEM 221 must register for CHEM 223 or have permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • CHEM 224 - Organic Chemistry II Laboratory


    The laboratory assignments in this course integrate the attainment of skill in standard laboratory techniques with extensive use of modern instrumentation such as IR, UV, NMR, and VPC.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Co-requisite: Students registered for CHEM 222 must register for CHEM 224 or permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • CHEM 331 - Biological Chemistry


    Biological chemistry is a study of the chemistry of life. It is a multi-disciplinary science that employs physical, biological, and chemical principles to understand the biochemical unity displayed by living systems at the molecular level. The structure-function relationship of biomolecules such as proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, and carbohydrates is examined, as is the operation of enzymes, hormones, vitamins, poisons, and drugs. Emphasis is placed on the abnormal (diseased) state, bioenergetics, genetics, and the interrelationship of biomolecules in nutrition.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CHEM 221-222 and 223-224 or CHEM 211-212.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CHEM 341W - Analytical Chemistry


    This course studies the theory and techniques of analytical chemistry, including analysis of compounds using gravimetric, volumetric, and instrumental procedures.

    May fulfill WAC requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CHEM 121-122 and 123-124.

    Credits: 2 s.h

  
  • CHEM 342W - Analytical Chemistry Laboratory


    This lab course provides experience in the methods and techniques of quantitative analysis covered in CHEM 341.

    May fulfill WAC requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CHEM 341 or concurrently or permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 2 s.h

  
  • CHEM 351 - Physical Chemistry with Biological Applications


    This is a physical interpretation of the phenomena of chemical change and stability as related to biological problems. Topics include thermodynamics, gases, liquids, solids, bioenergetics, equilibria, chemical dynamics, enzyme kinetics, electrochemistry, molecular spectroscopy, and transport phenomena.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CHEM 121-122 and 123-124, PHYS 210-211.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CHEM 352 - Physical Chemistry Laboratory


    Laboratory exercises illustrate the principles of physical chemistry.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CHEM 351 or concurrently or permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 1 s.h

Communication Disorders

  
  • CMDS 259 - Clinical Phonetics


    This course is used to familiarize the student with the anatomy and physiology of vowels and consonants of the English language. Students learn broad transcription of spoken language and how to recognize dialectal variance as well as variance arising from a variety of medically disabling conditions. Students are introduced to manner and place theory of articulation and are presented with laboratory experiences in which they are given transcription tapes to analyze.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CMDS 273 - Introduction to Linguistics


    Introduction to Linguistics

    Credits: 3 s.h.
  
  • CMDS 353 - Anatomy and Physiology of Speech/Hearing Mechanisms


    This course is designed to study specific structures of the head and neck regions and their interrelation to respiration, phonation, articulation, and sound reception. The student examines the intricate processes involved in the physical aspects of the human communication process.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CMDS 455 - Introduction to Audiology


    This is an introduction to the profession of audiology. The education and training requirements to become an audiologist are presented. Theories of hearing, clinical testing instrumentation, and assistive devices are explored in detail. Students administer basic hearing tests and explore audiogram interpretation. Off-site observations are required.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CMDS 456 - Language Acquisition Development


    This course provides an overview of the normal language acquisition and development process throughout the life span, with particular emphasis on birth through school age. The interrelationships among linguistic, neurophysical, cognitive, social, and cultural factors as they affect language acquisition are discussed. The student becomes familiar with various theories of language acquisition, the rule systems of the English language, stages of language development, and techniques for collecting and analyzing a language sample.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CMDS 457 - Clinical Procedures for Communication Disorders


    This course is an introduction to the professions of speech/language pathology and audiology. Management issues related to the clinical process, as well as ethical practices, are introduced and developed. The course topics include: the referral process, the clinical interview, therapy procedures, counseling concurrent with clinical service, and report writing and formats.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CMDS 461 - Speech and Language Disorders


    This course provides an introduction to common speech and language disorders encountered in the rehabilitation population, including aphasia, laryngectomy, stuttering, and problems of voice and articulation. Social and vocational considerations in the rehabilitation of individuals with communication disorders are included.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    RHDS 360 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CMDS 462 - Rehabilitation of the Hearing Impaired


    This course provides a basic understanding of the causes and the educational, psychosocial, and vocational consequences of hearing loss and deafness. Content includes common diagnostic and rehabilitative techniques.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CMDS 463 - Speech and Hearing Science


    This course provides students in the Communication Disorders concentration with a broad overview of the field of linguistics.  The student gains an understanding of what language is, how it is structured, and how it works.  Students increase their metalinguistic skills and learn to reflect on their own linguistic behavior and the behavior of those around them.  Students observe and analyze linguistic behavior.  Class format includes lecture, discussion and problem solving.

    Credits: 3 s.h.
  
  • CMDS 468 - Articulation-Process, Disorder, and Treatment


    This course familiarizes students with the speech articulation process involved in the production of standard American English, the intricacies of connecting sounds to produce meaningful speech, as well as causes and outcomes of disorders of phonology. The student learns to evaluate phonologic disorders and plan the remediation thereof.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    RHDS 461 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3 s.h

Communications/Sports Journalism

  
  • COMM 120W - Introduction to Journalism


    This course introduces students to the fundamentals of writing the news story, covering events, interviewing, and gathering information from a variety of sources. The emphasis is on writing for newspapers.

    Can fulfill WAC.

    Credits: 3 s.h

  
  • COMM 134 - Introduction to Communication


    In this course, students examine key human communication concepts and examine how they function in personal, group, organizational, social/public, cultural, and mass communication contexts. Some of the concepts students study via reading, writing, discussion, and experiential assignments include communication theory, perception, speech, listening, language, verbal and nonverbal messages, channels, and relationships.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • COMM 207 - Desktop Writing and Publishing


    This course teaches students to write and design documents in a desktop publishing environment. Students learn how to create and design a variety of communications using a common desktop publishing program. Particular type, graphics used in creating desktop publishing materials, and the emerging convention of electronic writing are covered. Particular attention is paid to principles of document design and the effective use of fonts, type, and graphics.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CISC 105 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • COMM 208 - Newspaper Design and Production


    In this course, students are introduced to the fundamental theories of layout, grid     
    systems, typography, color, and use of photography for newspapers.  Students develop editorial and design skills through study and execution of various newspaper design   
    problems.

    Credits: 3 s.h.
  
  • COMM 211W - Sports Information


    This course examines the basic fundamentals needed to implement a program in sports information, publicity, and promotions on the college level. Preparation of news releases; local features; hometown features; publication of programs and brochures; statistical breakdowns; dealing with local, regional, and national press; and the promotion of specific events, teams, and individuals are included.

    Can fulfill WAC.

    Credits: 3 s.h

  
  • COMM 212W - Sports Writing


    This course introduces the student to the practice, ethics, history, and business of writing sports for newspapers. Students write the kinds of stories that appear in daily American sports sections, read and analyze samples of the best sports journalism, and study the historical development of the sports section in American newspapers.

    Can fulfill WAC.

    Credits: 3 s.h

  
  • COMM 217 - Sports, Gambling and the Media


    This course explores gambling as a cultural phenomenon in the United States, focusing particularly on the role of mass media in three major sports gambling scandals the 1919 Black Sox, boxer Primo Carnera, and point-shaving in college basketball.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • COMM 219 - Television Journalism


    This course examines the methods and techniques of television broadcasting

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • COMM 224 - Advanced Journalism


    This course requires the student to function as a professional print-medium reporter. The student generates weekly story ideas and/or is assigned a story by the editorial staff of the Springfield Student and the instructor. The student researches, interviews sources, and writes the story to meet the newspaper’s deadline. Students write a minimum of ten full-length stories per semester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    COMM 120

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMM 230 - Video Editing


    In this course, students are introduced to advanced non-linear video editing techniques.  Students focus on the amount of work and varied skills needed to produce professional level videos.  Besides the final editing, students create the project ideas, write the scripts, lay out both video and audio storyboards, and record the video and audio.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    COMM 219 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3 s.h.
  
  • COMM 240 - Literature of Journalism


    This course focuses on major non-fiction works written by American journalists, with particular emphasis on the literary and historical impact of the non-fiction genre.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • COMM 260 - The Press in America


    This course traces the development and role of mass media in America, focusing particularly on the role of a free press in a democracy. Print electronic, and film media are studied.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • COMM 288 - Special Topics in Journalism


    The material covered in this course varies from year to year. It includes topics geared to provide a broader education in the journalism/professional media field and to offer students a better understanding of mass communication in society. Topics offered include, but are not limited to, media ethics and law, media history, mass communication theory, and women, minorities, and mass media.

    May fulfill General Education category literature if a student completes a waiver application.

    Credits: 3 s.h

  
  • COMM 301 - Media, Sport and Culture


    This course analyzes the role of the worldwide sports media in reflecting and shaping the culture of sport.  Examining both historical and contemporary sources, students study the impact of racism, sexism, politics, and economics on the production of sports media texts.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    COMM 212 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3 s.h.
  
  • COMM 384 - Practicum in Sports Journalism


    This practicum provides students with professional experience in sports broadcasting, sports writing, and sports information.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Eight hours of sports journalism.

    Credits: 2 s.h
  
  • COMM 386 - Journalism Internship


    This course provides an opportunity for students to work on an individual basis with a professor in the field of journalism. Students may be assigned to a newspaper or magazine office or to a radio station or television studio on a full-time basis for the equivalent of one term. Only six semester hours of graduate credit can be accumulated.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Permission of the department chair.

    Credits: 3-12 s.h
  
  • COMM 388 - Special Topics in Journalism


    Varies by semester.

    Credits: 3 s.h.
  
  • COMM 482 - Seminar in Mass Communications


    Selected topics in American and international mass communications are assigned. The subject of the seminar may vary from year to year.

    Credits: 3 s.h

Computer and Information Sciences

  
  • CISC 103* - Studio in Computer Graphics


    This is an introductory course that focuses on the technology of computer graphics. Each student has the opportunity to explore a number of graphic software programs, utilizing several computer systems. With the software programs employed, students are able to draw, paint, design, and create web pages of almost unlimited possibilities. No previous computer experience is necessary. A strong sense of design and drawing ability are keys for success in this course. Cross-listed with ARTS 103.

    Fulfills VAPA General Education category.

    Credits: 3 s.h

  
  • CISC 105* - Introduction to Computer Concepts


    This course emphasizes computer literacy and competency and provides a foundation for more specialized areas of computer science. The development of computer hardware is studied to gain an understanding of what a computer is and how it functions. Computer skills are developed through practical experiences with widely used operating systems, word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.

    Fulfills General Education category computer science.

    Credits: 3 s.h

  
  • CISC 115* - Microcomputer Applications


    This course covers microcomputer applications software within an integrated development environment designed for office productivity. . Emphasis is placed upon the design of spreadsheets, graphs, databases, and professional reports and presentations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CISC 105 or equivalent. Fulfills General Education category computer science.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CISC 165* - Programming in BASIC


    In this course, students learn how to construct, edit, and execute programs written in BASIC. Emphasis is placed on language syntax, logic, and structure. Students are given a generous time allotment at the terminal.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CISC 105 or permission of the instructor. Fulfills General Education category computer science.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CISC 175* - Introduction to Computer Science with C++ and Java


    This course is designed to provide a basis for the technical aspects of computer science. The course begins with a study of the functional units and components of a computer system and proceeds to use basic mathematical skills to reduce problems to a form appropriate for solution on the computer. Emphasis is placed on a study of the various aspects of structured programming and the problem-solving process, including problem specification, organization, and maintenance with the use of the programming languages C++ and Java.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CISC 105, physical therapy major, or permission of the instructor. Fulfills General Education category computer science.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CISC 202 - Computer Animation


    This course provides the student with an in-depth study of the creation of computer animation. Each student has the opportunity to develop animated pieces from initial conception to final animation, and then developing it for the web. Students use a variety of two-dimensional software and develop skills in story boarding and interactivity.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CISC 103 or ARTS 103 or permission of instructor. Cross-listed with ARTS 202.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CISC 215 - COBOL and File Processing


    Programming in COBOL, syntax, semantics, and applications of COBOL and file processing including creation, updating, retrieving, and debugging are covered.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CISC 175 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CISC 235 - Computer Logic Design


    This course gives an essential knowledge of modern computers at the level of logic circuitry design. Topics include arithmetic of various number systems, mathematical logic, Boolean algebra, gate networks, flip-flops, and logic designs in various components of the digital computer together with their functions.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CISC 175 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CISC 255 - Data Communications and Distributed Processing


    This course involves the study of basic features of centralized, decentralized, and distributed computer systems. Selected case studies emphasize the impact of distributed systems on the business enterprise. Technological implications of computer hardware, software, and communications as they relate to the design, development, and implementation of distributed data processing systems are also examined.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CISC 235.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CISC 275 - Data Structures Using C++


    This course deals with the study of the representations, manipulations, implementations, and applications of data structures such as arrays, records, sets, files, stacks, queues, linear and linked lists, trees, and graphs through techniques such as sorting, pointers, and hashing. Use of the computer is required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CISC 175 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CISC 280 - Object-Oriented Programming with Java


    This course deals with a study of object-oriented programming principles using the programming language, Java. Both Java applications and applets are designed. Specific topics include Java primitive data types, Java control structures, methods, event-driven programming, designing graphical user interfaces, graphics and sound, threading and multithreading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Previous programming experience is required, preferably in C or C++. CISC 175 Introduction to Computer Science with C++ and Java or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CISC 315 - Database Development and Management


    This course introduces the student to the basic principles of applications program development in a database environment. Special emphasis is placed on loading, modifying, and querying the database using a host language. Also discussed are various storage devices, data administration, and database management.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CISC 275 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CISC 316 - Advanced Database Development and Management


    This course deals with a study of advanced concepts of database development using standardized structured query language (SQL) for relational database management systems. Specific topics include developing skills in using ORACLE SQL PLUS which extends the capabilities of the standard SQL language for database development and management, and learning fundamental skills in building database applications using ORACLE PL/SQL programming language.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Previous programming experience is required. CISC 315

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CISC 320 - Systems Analysis and Software Design


    This course introduces students to the financial, technical, and strategic aspects of computer information systems analysis and design. Emphasis is on the relationship between computer information systems planning processes and overall business goals, policies, plans, management style, and the industry condition. Particular emphasis is placed on the discussion of the means of selecting large systems projects; assessing the installation’s current state; determining processing, staffing, software, hardware, and financing needs.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CISC 115 and 215.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CISC 335 - Literacy, Hypermedia, and Modern Communication


    Students in this course explore the relationship of technology and communication, focusing on hypertext and hypermedia’s power to redefine literacy in the classroom and in the workplace. Students work toward a definition of literacy’s historical evolution from oral to pictoral and graphic to print, focusing on the noetic demands and impact of that evolution. With hands-on use of the technology, the course investigates the shift from paper-bound to electronic literacy particularly as embodied in hypertext and hypermedia. Cross-listed as ENGL 335.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CISC 375 - Computer Architecture


    This course deals with a detailed study of those concepts that are essential in the design of a computer architecture. Topics covered include hardware algorithms for computer arithmetic, computer systems organization, memory organization, addressing techniques, memory allocation and protection, cache and virtual memories, input/output structures, channels, and interfaces.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CISC 235.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CISC 410 - Fundamentals of Operating Systems


    This course studies the organization of computer software systems, principles of operating systems, batch, multiprogramming, multiprocessing and time-sharing systems, addressing techniques, storage management, file systems design, and user-related services.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CISC 275 and 375.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CISC 482 - Computer Systems Seminar


    This course is designed to address various current technical and managerial problems encountered in computer information systems, including those dealing with hardware architecture, systems software, and applications software.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CISC 115, 235, and 275.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CISC 486 - Field Experience in Computer Information Systems-Management


    This course provides students with the opportunity to apply academic skills, mastered in the study of computer information systems-management, within the scope of an industrial environment.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Departmental approval.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CISC 488 - Special Topics in Computer and Information Sciences


    This course deals with contemporary topics and issues within the scope of computer and information sciences. Topics may include a broad range of hardware and software issues treated from both a theoretical and an applied perspective.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3 s.h

Criminal Justice

  
  • CRIM 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice


    This course will analyze three components of the criminal justice system; the police, courts, and corrections.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    SOCI 101.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CRIM 325W - Juvenile Delinquency


    The causation, control, and prevention of delinquency and offenses of young adults are discussed. The juvenile justice system with respect to these types of subjects is reviewed.

    May fulfill WAC.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    SOCI 101.

    Credits: 3 s.h

  
  • CRIM 370 - Violence and Victimization


    This course identifies and analyzes individual and group violence as well as victimization from sociological, anthropological, and social-psychological perspectives.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    SOCI 101.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CRIM 388 - Special Topics in Criminal Justice


    This course is a comprehensive examination of a contemporary issue or social problem related to criminal justice.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CRIM 460W - Criminology


    Criminal law and the causation, control, and prevention of adult crime are topics discussed in this course. Offered alternate years.

    May fulfill WAC.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    twelve semester hours of criminal justice courses and permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3 s.h

  
  • CRIM 465 - Criminal Corrections Systems


    This course explores the historical development of correction systems. The principles of correction operations, theories and methods of offender treatment which may be employed within the boundaries of probation parole, prison and other correction alternatives are studied. Local, state and federal correctional systems are reviewed as well as looking at the unique environment and its impact for both custodial staff and correctional clients.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • CRIM 486 - Supervised Internship in Criminal Justice


    This course is an individually contracted, practical experience under professional supervision in criminal justice or law enforcement organization. It is intended to assist the student in exploring and confirming career goals, as well as to apply sociocultural and criminology theory and methods outside of the classroom. Students engage in 45 clock hours of supervised internship per semester hour of credit.

    Credits: 3 s.h

Dance

  
  • DANC 101* - Dance Appreciation


    This course explores dance from ancient to contemporary times through film and lecture. The objectives include broadening one’s understanding and appreciation of the dance arts and developing the ability to view dance critically.

    Fulfills VAPA General Education category.

    Credits: 3 s.h

  
  • DANC 110* - Laban Movement Analysis


    This course combines movement experiences, lecture, readings, and discussion focused around concepts developed by Rudolf Laban, which include Effort, Space Harmony, Labanotation, and Bartenieff Fundamentals. The material has broad application in areas such as dance, movement, sport, fitness, education, therapy, research, and anthropology and is tailored to the needs of the individuals in the course.

    Fulfills VAPA General Education category.

    Credits: 3 s.h

  
  • DANC 130* - Ballet Theory and Technique I


    Designed for the beginning dancer, this course provides an intensive experience in classical ballet. The primary emphasis is on learning classical ballet technique. The secondary emphasis is on appreciation of the history and aesthetics of ballet. Learning experience includes technique class two times per week, dance viewing and criticism, related readings, and discussions.

    Fulfills VAPA General Education category.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PEAC 127 or consent of the instructor.

    Credits: 3 s.h

  
  • DANC 135* - Modern and Post-Modern Dance Theory and Technique I


    Designed for the beginning dancer, this course provides an intensive experience in American modern and post-modern dance. Drawing from the numerous styles and philosophies associated with the development of American modern and post-modern dance, this course emphasizes the individual at the center of the dance experience. Classes include dance technique, choreographic problem solving, performance, discussion, lecture, and video.

    Fulfills VAPA General Education category.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PEAC 133 or consent of the instructor.

    Credits: 3 s.h

 

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