2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    May 11, 2024  
2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Chemistry

A study of chemistry allows individuals to obtain a sound background in preparation for advanced study, meet qualifications of professional chemists, acquaint themselves with the chemical aspects of the environment and civilization, deepen knowledge in chemistry as a scientific discipline, and prepare for professional careers in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, medical technology, engineering and other fields.

Before enrolling in a course which has a prerequisite course listed, the student must have earned a grade of “C” or better in the prerequisite course. For courses having a corresponding laboratory, both the lecture and the laboratory courses must be taken concurrently unless one of the courses has already been successfully completed with a grade of “C” or better.

  
  • CHEM 1020 - General Chemistry 2 Problem Session


    Credits: 0
    Problems from the lecture are worked and reviewed in class. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 1023 . Graded on a Pass/Fail basis.

    Offering: Spring Only

  
  • CHEM 1022 - General Chemistry 2 Lab


    Credits: 2
    Lab emphasizes basic laboratory techniques, measurement, observation and analysis of data in support of the topics in CHEM 1023  .  

    Offering: Spring

  
  • CHEM 1023 - General Chemistry 2


    Credits: 3
    A continuation of CHEM 1013 . Topics include kinetics, acids and bases, colligative properties, equilibria, thermodynamics, electrochemistry and descriptive inorganic chemistry.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 1013  and CHEM 1012  with grades of C or higher in each course.
    Corequisite(s): The corresponding laboratory and problem session must be taken concurrently unless the student has prior credit for the laboratory


    Offering: Spring

  
  • CHEM 2881 - Selected Topics:Chemistry


    Credits: 1
    Offering: As Needed

  
  • CHEM 2883 - Selected Topics: Chemistry


    Credits: 3
    Offering: As Needed

  
  • CHEM 3001 - Chemistry Seminar


    Credits: 1
    Students will study the organization of the chemical literature, career opportunities in chemistry, resume writing and job search strategies. Each student will present a seminar on a topic in chemistry.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 3020  & CHEM 3022  & CHEM 3023  and junior standing
    Offering: Fall Only

    Notes: Jr Standing
  
  • CHEM 3010 - Organic Chemistry 1 Problem Session


    Credits: 0
    Problems from the lecture are worked and reviewed in class. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 3013 . Graded on a Pass/Fail basis.

    Offering: Fall/Summer

  
  • CHEM 3012 - Organic Chemistry 1 Lab


    Credits: 2
    Lab emphasizes purification techniques, conducting an organic synthesis, spectroscopy, and effective written communication of experimental findings. 

    Offering: Fall

  
  • CHEM 3013 - Organic Chemistry 1


    Credits: 3
    A study of the structure and chemistry of the major organic functional groups, with an emphasis on stereochemistry and reaction mechanisms.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 1023  & CHEM 1022  with C grade or higher in each course.
    Corequisite(s): The corresponding laboratory and problem session must be taken concurrently unless the student has prior credit for the laboratory.


    Offering: Fall

  
  • CHEM 3020 - Organic Chemistry 2 Problem Session


    Credits: 0
    Problems from the two lecture are worked and reviewed in class. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 3023 . Graded on a Pass/Fail basis.

    Offering: Spring Only

  
  • CHEM 3022 - Organic Chemistry 2 Lab


    Credits: 2
    Topics include study of reaction mechanisms, inert atmosphere techniques, advanced spectroscopic techniques, and organic synthesis. Students will have increased input for experimental design. Class meets three hours per week for lab work and 1 hour for group discussion.

    Offering: Spring

  
  • CHEM 3023 - Organic Chemistry 2


    Credits: 3
    An integrated exploration of organic chemistry, including bonding theories, functional group transformations, forming carbon-carbon bonds, reaction mechanisms, and spectroscopy.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 3013  and CHEM 3012  with grades of C or higher in each course.
    Corequisite(s): The corresponding laboratory and problem session must be taken concurrently unless the student has prior credit for the laboratory.


    Offering: Spring

  
  • CHEM 3033 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry


    Credits: 3
    In this course the chemical and physical properties of inorganic compounds are investigated with a greater emphasis on the periodicity. Symmetry, ligand field and molecular orbital bonding theories will be applied to inorganic species.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 3013  & CHEM 3012  with C grade or higher in each course.
    Offering: Fall-Odd Year

  
  • CHEM 3041 - Environmental Chemistry Lab


    Credits: 1
    Laboratory topics complement the topics covered in Environmental Chemistry, CHEM 3043 . Lab emphasizes basic laboratory techniques, measurement, observation and analysis of data. Topics include sampling methods, sample preparation, qualitative analysis, quantitative analysis, and evaluation of scientific conclusions. 

    Offering: Spring-Even Year

  
  • CHEM 3043 - Environmental Chemistry


    Credits: 3
    An introductory survey course in which students study the chemical reactions of air, water, and soil in the environment. The effect of humans on the environment will be evaluated from scientific, social, political, economic, and ethical points of view. Topics include atmospheric chemistry, air and water pollution, climate change, toxicology of chemicals, and waste disposal.

    Offering: Spring-Even Year

  
  • CHEM 3062 - Analytical Chemistry 1 Lab: Quantitative Analysis


    Credits: 2
    Fundamental analytical technique is the underlying theme of this laboratory-based course. Experimental areas include titrimetric, gravimetric, electrochemical, and spectrochemical methodologies. The ability to effectively communicate laboratory information, data, and conclusions in oral and written forms is also emphasized. 

    Offering: Fall-Even Year

  
  • CHEM 3063 - Analytical Chemistry 1: Quantitative Analysis


    Credits: 3
    The rigorous study of the analytical process, chemical concentrations, statistical analysis of experimental data, as well as classical and electrochemical methods of chemical analysis with considerable emphasis placed on systematic chemical equilibria. In addition, the instrumentation and methodology of atomic, molecular, and mass spectroscopy and electroanalytical techniques (potentiometry, voltammetry, coulometry, etc.) and high performance liquid chromatography will be discussed.

    Offering: Fall-Even Year

  
  • CHEM 3991 - Workshop:Chemistry


    Credits: 1
    May be repeated for credit with change of topic.

    Offering: As Needed

  
  • CHEM 4013 - Advanced Organic Chemistry


    Credits: 3
    A lecture course that covers state-of-the-art and/or recent advances in organic chemistry. Topics include a quantitative treatment of molecular orbital theory, multidimensional NMR, stereoselective synthetic methodology, and total synthesis of natural products.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 3020  & CHEM 3022  & CHEM 3023  
    Offering: Spring-Odd Term

  
  • CHEM 4022 - Analytical Chemistry 2 Lab: Instrumental Analysis


    Credits: 2
    This laboratory-based course emphasizes the fundamental understanding, routine use, and calibration of a variety of chemical instrumentation including various forms of spectroscopy, chromatography, detection of radioactive materials, and mass spectrometry.

    Offering: Spring-Odd Year

  
  • CHEM 4023 - Analytical Chemistry 2: Instrumental Analysis


    Credits: 3
    This course explores the basics of instrument components and operation of instrumentation used in qualitative and quantitative analysis. Sampling considerations, data processing, and instrumental configuration will be discussed for atomic and molecular spectroscopies, chromatography, electroanalytical methods, and mass spectrometry.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 3023  & CHEM 3022  with C grade or higher in each course.
    Offering: Spring-Odd Year

  
  • CHEM 4061 - Chemistry Research


    Credits: 1
    Chemistry research allows students to work on an independent research project under the guidance of a faculty research mentor. The student will formulate questions, conduct a literature review, develop experiments, collect and analyze data and submit his/her findings in a formal report. The student is also expected to present his/her results in CHEM 3001  Chemistry Seminar or another approved venue. The projects are normally completed in one semester, although this course may be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites: Junior Standing and completion of CHEM 3023  and CHEM 3022  with grades of C or higher in both courses.
    Offering: As Needed

  
  • CHEM 4062 - Chemistry Research


    Credits: 2
    Chemistry research allows students to work on an independent research project under the guidance of a faculty research mentor. The student will formulate questions, conduct a literature review, develop experiments, collect and analyze data and submit his/her findings in a formal report. The student is also expected to present his/her results in CHEM 3001  Chemistry Seminar or another approved venue. The projects are normally completed in one semester, although this course may be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites: Junior Standing and completion of CHEM 3023  and CHEM 3022  with grades of C or higher in both courses.
    Offering: As Needed

  
  • CHEM 4063 - Chemistry Research


    Credits: 3
    Chemistry research allows students to work on an independent research project under the guidance of a faculty research mentor. The student will formulate questions, conduct a literature review, develop experiments, collect and analyze data and submit his/her findings in a formal report. The student is also expected to present his/her results in CHEM 3001  Chemistry Seminar or another approved venue. The projects are normally completed in one semester, although this course may be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites: Junior Standing and completion of CHEM 3023  and CHEM 3022  with grades of C or higher in both courses.
    Offering: As Needed

  
  • CHEM 4071 - Chemistry Internship


    Credits: 1
    Students will gain first-hand, practical experience by working in the department’s chemistry laboratories and stockroom. The course will emphasize chemical hygiene, waste disposal, and inventory management. Students will work two hours per week. This course may be repeated for credit.

    Offering: Every Term

  
  • CHEM 4102 - Biochemistry Lab


    Credits: 2
    See BIOL 4102 .

    Offering: Fall/Spring

    Notes: Also as BIOL
  
  • CHEM 4103 - Biochemistry


    Credits: 3
    See BIOL 4103 .

    Offering: Fall/Spring

    Notes: Also as BIOL
  
  • CHEM 4123 - Bio-Organic Chemistry


    Credits: 3
    A study of the metabolism and laboratory syntheses of the major classes of biologically important molecules. Topics will include proteins and amino acids; carbohydrates; and lipids.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 3013  & CHEM 3012  with C grade or higher in each course.
    Offering: Spring ODD Year

  
  • CHEM 4203 - Chemical Thermodynamics


    Credits: 3
    An introduction to physical chemistry that emphasizes the experimental and theoretical aspects of chemical thermodynamics. These principles are applied to a variety of physical and chemical phenomena including real and ideal gas and solution phenomena, reaction equilibrium, and phase equilibrium.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of MATH 2025  with C grade or higher.
    Offering: Fall ODD

  
  • CHEM 4212 - Chemical Kinetics


    Credits: 2
    An introduction to physical chemistry that emphasizes the experimental and theoretical aspects of chemical reaction kinetics, including transition-state theories, classical techniques, and statistical mechanical estimation of rate constants. These principles will be applied to a variety of physical and chemical phenomena including reactions in the gas phase, liquid phase, and on surfaces. They are discussed with examples drawn from atmospheric, combustion, industrial, catalytic, and biological chemistry.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of MATH 2025  with C grade or higher.
    Offering: Fall ODD

  
  • CHEM 4221 - Advanced Chemistry Lab


    Credits: 1
    Topics include laboratory explorations of thermodynamics, kinetics, and atomic and molecular spectroscopy. An emphasis will be placed on experimental design, development of an investigative approach, and communication of laboratory results. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 4213.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 4202 & CHEM 4212 
    Offering: Spring-Even Term

  
  • CHEM 4222 - Quantum Chemistry


    Credits: 2
    An introduction to physical chemistry that emphasizes the experimental and theoretical aspects of quantum chemistry. These principles will be applied to a variety of physical and chemical phenomena including bonding theories and spectroscopy.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of MATH 2025  & PHSC 2023  or PHSC 2124  with C grade or higher in all courses.
    Offering: Spring-Even Year

  
  • CHEM 4881 - Selected Topics:Chemistry


    Credits: 1
    May be repeated for credit with change of topic.

    Offering: As Needed

  
  • CHEM 4882 - Selected Topics:Chemistry


    Credits: 2
    May be repeated for credit with change of topic.

    Offering: As Needed

  
  • CHEM 4883 - Selected Topics: Chemistry


    Credits: 3
    May be repeated for credit with change of topic.

    Offering: As Needed

  
  • CHEM 4953 - Cooperative Education: Chemistry


    Credits: 3
    A course in which students work in a position related to their major, thereby giving them the opportunity to integrate theory with practical experience. In addition to the work experience, course requirements include attending workshops and completing projects assigned by the faculty coordinator. Individualized programs must be formulated in consultation with and approved by the faculty coordinator and the appropriate Cooperative Education coordinator.May be repeated for credit with change of agency or topic.

    Offering: As Needed

    Notes: Jr Standing & Consent
  
  • CHEM 4991 - Independent Study: Chemistry


    Credits: 1
    Offering: As Needed

  
  • CHEM 4992 - Independent Study: Chemistry


    Credits: 2
    Offering: As Needed

  
  • CHEM 4993 - Independent Study: Chemistry


    Credits: 3
    Offering: As Needed

  
  • CHEM 4994 - Independent Study: Chemistry


    Credits: 4
    Offering: As Needed


Communication

Newman University offers a curriculum that focuses on key areas of study within communication including journalism, mass media, and interpersonal, organizational and public communication.

The communication major is designed to prepare students for a variety of entry level positions in writing, publicity, sales, public relations, journalism and corporate communication. The major also prepares students for graduate study in communication areas and is an excellent major for the pre-law candidate.

  
  • COMM 1003 - Introduction to Mass Communication


    Credits: 3
    This course offers a broad look at the mass communication field and is designed to introduce the student to theories, systems, history, functions, effects, ethics, responsibilities, trends, media freedom and regulation. Focus on specific mass media industries includes: books, newspapers, magazines, film, radio, television, cable, video gaming, public relations, advertising and the Internet. Additionally, the student will be introduced to a variety of professional occupations in the mass media industry.

    Offering: Spring-Even Term

  
  • COMM 1013 - Oral Communication


    Credits: 3
    Do you dream of a future full of gratifying relationships in your personal, professional, and civic life? This takes skill-namely, communication skills. It’s no wonder that communication skills are included among the top three employability skills sought by organizations. This class will help you create positive relationships by developing your skill to clearly communicate ideas to individuals and groups. Through a classroom workshop space that allows for safe and repeated practice, you will learn to build impactful presentations that move an audience; hone your oral delivery skills; and strengthen team skills through the practice of active listening and providing/receiving constructive feedback gracefully (FALL/SPRING).

    Offering: Fall/Spring

  
  • COMM 1023 - Introduction to Journalism


    Credits: 3
    Introductory course in the journalistic disciplines of news gathering, fact finding, interviewing, and writing for publication using Associated Press style. The student will gain an understanding of press law, ethics and a critical view of his or her work (FALL).

    Offering: Fall Only

  
  • COMM 1033 - Group Communication


    Credits: 3
    This course will provide a practical study of communication principles and interactions which occur in small group and interview settings. Focus will be on theory, analysis, application and group communication skill development. (SPRING-ODD YEAR)

    Offering: Spring-Odd Term

  
  • COMM 2003 - Voice and Diction


    Credits: 3
    This course is the study of voice production and vocal interpretation of written materials. The student will receive individualized instruction on voice, including projection, pitch, pace, tone and diction, oral interpretation and the presentation of manuscript materials that could include scripts for television, film, stage, or commercials.

    Offering: Spring Odd Year

    Notes: Also as THTR
  
  • COMM 2033 - Professional Presentations


    Credits: 3
    The study and practice of professional presentations in an ever-changing marketplace. The student will learn to identify and utilize the most effective type of oral presentation in a variety of professional settings: including sales presentations, campaign speeches, broadcast news and a variety of presentations appropriate in the workplace. Attention to research, analysis, visual aids and delivery. Course includes historical and critical study of leading American speakers, their speeches and philosophies.

    Prerequisites: COMM 1013 
    Offering: Spring Only

  
  • COMM 2043 - Principles and Practices of Public Relations


    Credits: 3
    An overview of public relations as it relates to American society, including theory, management dynamics, and ethics and career options in the public relations field. Students will gain practical experience working on public relations projects.

    Prerequisites: COMM 1023  or instructor consent
    Offering: Fall-Odd Term

    Notes: Also as BSAD
  
  • COMM 2063 - Introduction to Film


    Credits: 3
    See ENGL 2063 .

    Offering: As Needed

    Notes: Also as ENGL
  
  • COMM 2103 - Interpersonal Communication


    Credits: 3
    This course will explore the issues which influence one-on-one communication in both personal and professional settings. Sample topics include communication strategies for relationship initiation, maintenance and dissolution; conflict resolution; listening skill development; nonverbal communication and supportive versus defensive communication. Students will also study the effects of gender, cultural and societal influences on the communication process.

    Prerequisites: COMM 1013 
    Offering: Fall Only

  
  • COMM 2123 - Communication and Computer Technology


    Credits: 3
    This course will explore concepts in computer-mediated communication (CMC) and help students develop related skills. Ethical, practical and theoretical concepts surrounding social media and other new media technologies will be covered. Students will develop an understanding of how CMC and new media are shaping areas from business to politics to interpersonal relationships. Students will also get hands-on experience developing an online presence and in using CMC to effectively market themselves.

    Offering: Spring-Even Term

  
  • COMM 2143 - Speaking for the Real World


    Credits: 3
    Would you like to exude confidence and credibility in real-world, public speaking situations? Would you like to learn the strategies for building a concise, clear and impactful presentation that connects your message with audience needs and expectations and moves them to believe or act in some particular way? This course provides extensive opportunities and practice in traditional face-to-face public speaking, virtual presentations, group presentations, and impromptu speaking. You will receive safe and helpful feedback from faculty and peers as you develop confidence in orally delivering your ideas.

    Prerequisites: COMM 1013 
    Offering: As Needed

  
  • COMM 2153 - Advanced News Reporting & Writing


    Credits: 3
    This course offers a more advanced approach to reporting and writing and is conducted in a newsroom setting. Students learn techniques for interviewing sources, approaches to feature writing, and strategies for accessing public records. Assignments are centered on intensive weekly writing and reporting exercises, with the goal of producing stories publishable in The Vantage.

    Offering: Spring-Even Term

  
  • COMM 2883 - Selected Topics: Communication


    Credits: 3
    May be repeated for credit with change of topic.

    Offering: As Needed

  
  • COMM 2991 - Workshop: Communication


    Credits: 1
    May be repeated for credit with change of topic.

    Offering: As Needed

  
  • COMM 3013 - Cross-cultural Communication


    Credits: 3
    This course is an examination of the similarities and differences in communication forms and patterns across diverse global cultures, with an emphasis on nonverbal elements including customs, attitudes toward change and technology, time, workplace procedure and other norms, religion, art, and daily life issues. Barriers to understanding are analyzed, as are developing trends in U. S. demographics and working with persons from varying backgrounds.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 1013  & COMM 1013  or COMM 1033  
    Offering: Spring Only

  
  • COMM 3033 - Feature Writing


    Credits: 3
    Students will be guided through the study and practice of interviewing, researching and writing feature stories, such as human interest and personality profiles, suitable for newspaper or magazine publication. Students will learn how to research free-lance markets, submit queries to editors and prepare manuscripts for publication.

    Prerequisites: COMM 1023 
    Offering: Spring-Odd Term

    Notes: Jr Standing
  
  • COMM 3053 - Organizational Communication


    Credits: 3
    A course designed to introduce students to the influences of human communication on organizational effectiveness. Sample topics include: communication and organizational culture, communication and leadership, internal/external organizational communication systems, and information flow in organizational settings.

    Prerequisites: COMM 1013 
    Offering: Spring-Even Term

  
  • COMM 3063 - Special Projects in Public Relations


    Credits: 3
    This course offers a detailed study and technical application of planning, producing, managing, implementing and evaluating a variety of public relations and promotional activities as they relate to selected events, situations, and organizational needs.

    Offering: As Needed

  
  • COMM 3093 - Business & Professional Writing


    Credits: 3
    See ENGL 3093 .

    Offering: As Needed

    Notes: Also as ENGL
  
  • COMM 3103 - Journalism Practicum: Beat Reporting


    Credits: 3
    Students are assigned beats and write stories independently reported on those beats for publication in The Vantage. Students determine what is newsworthy in consultation with Vantage editors and the practicum instructor. The instructor will intensively review drafts of stories with the student in advance of The Vantage’s deadline, so stories can be rewritten and reported as needed.

    Prerequisites: COMM 1023  
    Offering: As Needed

  
  • COMM 3113 - Journalism Practicum: Copy Editing and Layout


    Credits: 3
    Students are assigned copy editing and layout roles with The Vantage and are trained in editing and proofreading skills, as well as the arts of headline writing and page layout. Includes basic training in QuarkXPress.

    Prerequisites: COMM 1023  or consent
    Offering: As Needed

  
  • COMM 3133 - Journalism Practicum: Advertising


    Credits: 3
    Advanced study and work experience in advertising, most often on the campus newspaper.

    Prerequisites: COMM 1023  & COMM 3103  or consent
    Offering: As Needed

  
  • COMM 3143 - Journalism Practicum: Photography


    Credits: 3
    Students are taught basic photography skills and how to employ those skills in a journalistic setting. Students take regular assignments from Vantage editors and produce photographs for publication in The Vantage. Includes basic training in Adobe Photoshop.

    Prerequisites: COMM 1023  or consent
    Offering: As Needed

  
  • COMM 3153 - Journalism Practicum: Newspaper Management


    Credits: 3
    Students are hired in management roles at The Vantage. Students learn advanced newspaper management skills, including story planning, layout planning, managing a budget, strategic planning, and communicating with readers.

    Prerequisites: Instructor consent
    Offering: As Needed

    Notes: Consent
  
  • COMM 3163 - Rhetorical Theory and Criticism


    Credits: 3
    This course is an introduction to the methods used for the analysis and critique of various rhetorical elements. It is designed to help students become more discerning consumers of public and mass-mediated messages. Examples are drawn from print advertisements, radio and television messages, newspaper features and public speeches. (FALL-ODD YEAR).

    Offering: As Needed

  
  • COMM 3183 - Digital Marketing


    Credits: 3
    This course will focus on how to navigate the digital landscape by presenting the guiding principles and concepts of brand strategy with the focus on electronic communication channels and messaging. Students will learn how to use hands on tools, including search engine optimization, search engine marketing, social media, email marketing, and display ads as well as how to optimize metrics.

    Prerequisites: BSAD 3133  or BSAD 4043 
    Offering: As Needed

  
  • COMM 3193 - Small Group Team Building


    Credits: 3
    Would you like to learn the five key elements of a successful team? Do you know how to implement norms that create accountable group members? Would you like an opportunity to practice communication strategies that lead to smarter teamwork and learn how to utilize strategies for evaluating team dynamics? This course creates hands-on learning opportunities for students to learn and apply the skills and strategies necessary to enhance collaboration and group effectiveness for small group decision-making and problem-solving in face-to-face and virtual contexts.

    Offering: As Needed

  
  • COMM 3203 - Social Media & Digital Marketing


    Credits: 3
    This course will focus on how to navigate the digital landscape by presenting the guiding principles and concepts of brand strategy with a focus on electronic communication channels and messaging.  Students will explore best practices for using social media to promote and brand products and services.  Additionally, students will learn how to use tools including search engine optimization, search engine marketing, email marketing and display ads to optimize metrics.  

    Prerequisites: BSAD 3013  
    Offering: As Needed

  
  • COMM 3213 - Digital Content Creation


    Credits: 3
    The course provides students with the foundation to research, write, produce and publish purpose-driven digital content for a target audience.  Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of composition, lighting, sound design, color theory, and branding.  The art of digital storytelling will be discussed in the context of various media, including live-streaming, podcasting, YouTube and other social media platforms. 

    Offering: As needed

  
  • COMM 3223 - Sports Facilities and Event Management


    Credits: 3
    This course provides students with an overview of all elements involved in sport event and facility management. Topics include planning and design, services management, maintenance, funding, scheduling, operations, administration, and legal aspects. An emphasis will be placed on experiential learning. 

  
  • COMM 3233 - Game Day Promotion and Fan Engagement


    Credits: 3
    This course examines the elements associated with the successful planning and execution of sporting events and fan engagement. Topics covered include project management, advertising and promotion, and human resource management.  An emphasis will be placed on experiential learning. 

    Offering: As needed

  
  • COMM 3991 - Workshops:Communication


    Credits: 1
    May be repeated for credit with change of topic.

    Offering: As Needed

  
  • COMM 4003 - Theories of Communication


    Credits: 3
    This course reviews the major theoretical contributions to the field of communication studies. Attention is paid to diverse philosophical and theoretic influences in the development of communication theory.

    Offering: Fall-Even Term

  
  • COMM 4013 - Persuasion


    Credits: 3
    This course is a study of persuasive theories and strategies utilized in a variety of human context with an emphasis on applying principles of persuasion to alter attitudes or behavior. Persuasive campaigns will be developed to address organizational and civic challenges with the goal of positive transformation. Students will analyze persuasive messages for effectiveness and develop skills for offering feedback and the process of iterative message development.

    Offering: Spring-Odd Term

  
  • COMM 4033 - Critical Thinking and Argumentation


    Credits: 3
    The study of critical thinking and human information processing. Students will learn to recognize and avoid the common fallacies committed in everyday discussion, the news media, advertising, law, politics, and science. They shall become acquainted with various logical, rhetorical, and linguistic moves which are used in argument. As a result, students should acquire a more realistic (less naive) view of the world, society and political systems. As students learn their way around rational discussion and argument, they will become more confident and effective critics of others’ positions and a better defender of their own position as well as becoming more aware of their own views and habits.

    Prerequisites: COMM 1013  
    Offering: Fall-Even Term

  
  • COMM 4103 - Journalism History, Law, and Ethics


    Credits: 3
    This capstone course for journalism minors covers the history of journalism in America, with an emphasis on the legal and constitutional history of the First Amendment, libel laws and “sunshine” laws. Students gain an understanding of what constitutes actionable libel and how to avoid it, as well as privacy and copyright laws in the context of both traditional and new media platforms. Additionally, they gain an understanding of ethical problems facing journalists and how to resolve them.

    Offering: As Needed

  
  • COMM 4173 - Mindful Leadership


    Credits: 3
    The course introduces students to the concept of creating organizations whose cultures can be characterized as responsible, just, and compassionate.

    Offering: As Needed

    Notes: Also as BSAD
  
  • COMM 4603 - Communication Senior Seminar


    Credits: 3
    This course requires students to research, develop and present an analysis, interpretation, and evaluation of a communication artifact. The project will demonstrate a synthesis of the major course work and will be presented to the communication faculty.

    Prerequisites: Senior standing
    Offering: Fall Only

  
  • COMM 4883 - Selected Topics: Communication


    Credits: 3
    May be repeated for credit with change of topic: organizational communication, intercultural communication, introduction to radio and television, etc.

    Offering: As Needed

  
  • COMM 4951 - Cooperative Education: Communication


    Credits: 1
    A course in which students work in a position related to their major, thereby giving them the opportunity to integrate theory with practical experience. In addition to the work experience, course requirements include attending workshops and completing projects assigned by the faculty coordinator. Individualized programs must be formulated in consultation with and approved by the faculty coordinator and the appropriate Cooperative Education coordinator.May be repeated for credit up to six hours with change of agency or topic.

    Offering: As Needed

    Notes: Jr Standing & Consent
  
  • COMM 4952 - Cooperative Education: Communication


    Credits: 2
    A course in which students work in a position related to their major, thereby giving them the opportunity to integrate theory with practical experience. In addition to the work experience, course requirements include attending workshops and completing projects assigned by the faculty coordinator. Individualized programs must be formulated in consultation with and approved by the faculty coordinator and the appropriate Cooperative Education coordinator.May be repeated for credit up to six hours with change of agency or topic.

    Offering: As Needed

    Notes: Jr Standing & Consent
  
  • COMM 4953 - Cooperative Education: Communication


    Credits: 3
    A course in which students work in a position related to their major, thereby giving them the opportunity to integrate theory with practical experience. In addition to the work experience, course requirements include attending workshops and completing projects assigned by the faculty coordinator. Individualized programs must be formulated in consultation with and approved by the faculty coordinator and the appropriate Cooperative Education coordinator.May be repeated for credit up to six hours with change of agency or topic.

    Offering: As Needed

    Notes: Jr Standing & Consent
  
  • COMM 4991 - Independent Study: Communication


    Credits: 1
    Offering: As Needed

  
  • COMM 4992 - Independent Study: Communication


    Credits: 2
    Offering: As Needed

  
  • COMM 4993 - Independent Study: Communication


    Credits: 3
    Offering: As Needed

  
  • COMM 4994 - Independent Study: Communication


    Credits: 4
    Offering: As Needed


Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice is the scientific discipline which seeks to understand and explain the basic processes and structures related to the criminal justice system. The discipline combines both theoretical and applied perspectives to help students both understand and use their knowledge. Knowledge of the criminal justice system provides excellent preparation for professional careers in criminal justice and related fields or for further studies at the graduate level.

  
  • CRJ 1003 - Perspectives on Substance Use and Abuse


    Credits: 3
    This course provides students with an introduction and understanding of how various drugs impact your body and brain, the history of why some drugs are illegal and some are not, and how our society responds to people who use drugs. Students will also learn to think logically and critically about why we respond to drug offenders the way we do, dispel common misconceptions about drugs and drug addiction, and foster informed, rational conclusions about how we should respond to people who use drugs.

    Offering: As Needed

    Notes: Also as SWK
  
  • CRJ 1013 - Introduction to Criminal Justice


    Credits: 3
    This course will provide students with an introduction and overview of the system (police, courts, and corrections) of criminal justice operated in the United States today. It will provide an exploration of the historical development, current operations, and future trends of criminal justice.

    Offering: As Needed

  
  • CRJ 2003 - American Minorities


    Credits: 3
    See SOC 2003 .

    Offering: Spring Even Year

    Notes: Also as SOC
  
  • CRJ 2013 - Comparative Criminal Justice


    Credits: 3
    See SOC 2013 .

    Offering: Fall Odd Year

    Notes: Also as SOC
  
  • CRJ 2023 - Police Operations


    Credits: 3
    This course provides an overview of the function of police and the operation of police departments in contemporary society. Topics will include police culture, police discretion and ethics, police training and education, police in a multicultural setting and police administration.

    Offering: Spring Even Year

    Notes: Also as SOC
  
  • CRJ 2883 - Selected Topics: Criminal Justice


    Credits: 3
    May be repeated for credit with change of topic.

    Offering: As Needed

  
  • CRJ 2991 - Workshop: Criminal Justice


    Credits: 1
    May be repeated for credit with change of topic.

    Offering: As Needed

  
  • CRJ 3033 - Juvenile Delinquency


    Credits: 3
    See SOC 3033 .

    Offering: Fall Odd Year

    Notes: Also as SOC
  
  • CRJ 3063 - Applied Statistics


    Credits: 3
    See PSY 3063 .

    Offering: Fall Spring Summer

    Notes: Also as PSY, SOC
  
  • CRJ 3073 - Criminology


    Credits: 3
    See SOC 3073 .

    Offering: Fall Even Year

    Notes: Also as SOC
  
  • CRJ 3093 - Corrections


    Credits: 3
    See SOC 3093 .

    Offering: Spring Odd Year

    Notes: Also as SOC
  
  • CRJ 3113 - Criminal Investigation


    Credits: 3
    An examination of the fundamentals of criminal investigation, including theory of investigation, conduct at crime scenes, collection and preservation of evidence, interviewing and interrogation and techniques of surveillance. Throughout the course, emphasis will be placed on the methods appropriate to each.

    Offering: Spring Even Year

    Notes: Also as SOC
  
  • CRJ 3143 - Gangs: Culture and Crime


    Credits: 3
    See SOC 3143 .

    Offering: As Needed

    Notes: Also as SOC
  
  • CRJ 3163 - Criminal Justice Organizations


    Credits: 3
    Provides a comparative survey of philosophy, problems, procedures, and functions in the administration of agency organizations. This includes strategies for the administration of operations and personnel.

    Offering: As Needed

    Notes: Also as SOC
 

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