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Chemistry
CHEM 3950 - Selected Topics
Concepts/topics in special areas of chemistry. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.
Application of chemical principles to forensic science including acquisition, interpretation, and validation of data and communication of results to nonscientists. Topics include legal, statistical, and quality control principles in the discipline; drugs and poisons, fire/explosion; firearm analysis; fingerprint analysis; and fiber/hair analysis. Prerequisite: CHEM 3412 (C or better) or CHEM 2810 (C or better).
Study of how water quality is monitored and maintained and the effect of water quality in the home, industry, and the environment. The course includes a study of typical impurities, including how these impurities are detected, removed or mitigated, and how these impurities are related to problems such as corrosion and toxicity.
A study of advanced topics in inorganic chemistry including molecular orbital theory, coordination chemistry, descriptive chemistry of the elements, and atomic structure. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3412 (C or better).
CHEM 4410 - Heterocyclic and Transition Metal Chemistry
The study of nomenclature, structure, synthesis, and reactivity of heterocyclic compounds including furans, thiophenes, pyrroles, pyridines, indoles, and others. Name reactions in heterocyclic chemistry. Common transition metal catalyzed coupling reactions such as Negishi, Stille, Suzuki, and Sonogashira couplings will also be studied. The laboratory portion will focus on preparation, purification, and characterization of heterocyclic compounds.
The physical chemistry of macromolecules. An examination of the chemical behavior of amino acids, proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids, emphasizing the relationship between structure and physiological function. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1212 and 3412 (C or better in each).
CHEM 4552 - Biochemistry II: Bioenergetics and Metabolism
A study of the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, nucleotides, and related compounds; the regulation and energetics of the metabolic pathways; and oxidative and photophosphorylation. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 4551 (C or better) or permission of the instructor.
An introduction to drug target selection, lead compound discovery, and application of structure-activity relationships and computational chemistry towards design and optimization of lead compounds and their derivatives. Includes synthesis and optimization of lead compounds, case studies, high throughput screening assays, and quantitative cell line based bioassays.
A laboratory course combining computational, synthetic, and analytical skills commonly used in physical chemistry, organic chemistry and inorganic chemistry. Prerequisites: CHEM 2810, CHEM 3412, MATH 2011 (C or better in each).
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: CHEM2810 >= C and CHEM3412 >= C and MATH2011 >= C
An oral presentation of topics of current chemistry interests and an introduction to preparation of technical chemistry presentations using chemical databases to retrieve the scientific information. Prerequisites: CHEM 3721 or CHEM 4551 (grade of C or better).
Theories and applications of instrumental methods of analysis. Spectroscopic techniques (including atomic absorption, ultraviolet/visible, infrared, and fluorescence spectroscopy), separations and electrochemistry will be discussed. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2810, CHEM 3412 ( C or better in each).
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (CHEM2810 >= C or CHM281 >= C) and (CHEM3412 >= C or CHM343 >= C)
Designed to explore areas of chemistry not in the normal curriculum. Topics may include heterocyclic, organometallic, medicinal, or forensic chemistry. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3412 (C or better).
An internship is a service-learning experience based in an institution or agency, emphasizing the completion of a specific task and the acquisition of specific knowledge and skills under the supervision of the university and the cooperating institution or agency. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 1 TO 15 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1 TO 15
Individual modern chemical research. A minimum of three hours of laboratory work per week for each semester hour of credit. Report/thesis required. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 1 TO 4 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1 TO 4
Chinese 1001 is an elementary Mandarin Chinese course designed for students with no prior knowledge of Chinese. It provides a foundation for all four language skills, i.e., listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Not open to native speakers. Heritage speakers and students who had Chinese in high school should take the placement exam. Students must earn a C or better in order to take Chinese 1002.
A continuation of Chinese 1001. Chinese 1002 offers continued intensive study of modern spoken and written Chinese, stressing the four basic language skills of speaking, reading, writing, and listening comprehension. Not open to native speakers. Heritage speakers and students who had Chinese in high school should take the placement exam. Students must earn a C or better in order to take Chinese 2001.
Chinese 2001 is an intermediate course designed for students who have successfully completed Chinese 1001 and 1002. This course will continue the development of speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills. No native speakers allowed in the class. Heritage speakers should take the placement exam. Students must earn a C or better in order to take Chinese 2002.
Chinese 2002 is an intermediate course that will continue to intensify the development of speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills and cultural awareness. Not open to native speakers. Heritage speakers should take the placement exam. Students must earn a C or better in order to take classes at the 3000/4000 level.
Chinese 2950 is a variable content course taught in English that will center on China, or a specific issue dealing with Chinese culture. It is an interdisciplinary introduction to Chinese society and culture from earliest times to the present. Focus is on the formative thoughts and the overall development of Chinese culture and society. May not satisfy foreign language requirement.
CLSC 3220 - Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Science Practice
Provides an introduction to the clinical laboratory science profession. The course will also cover safety; blood collection; ethics; microscopy; quality control; and basic lab math. Also includes the study of the diagnostic value of urine using chemical analysis and microscopic examination, with related laboratory exercises.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSCLS_CLS-Clinical Laboratory Sciences Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
Prerequisite: BS Program enrollment, Organic Chemistry.
Course provides theoretical knowledge of the principles of analytical techniques and methodologies used in the clinical chemistry laboratories. Emphasizes biochemical aspects, clinical correlation and significance with respect to cellular processes.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSCLS_CLS-Clinical Laboratory Sciences, BSMT_MEDT-Medical Technology Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
Prerequisite: Organic Chemistry for science majors
Practical application of laboratory mathematics and its application in reagent preparation, dilution, and calculating the concentration of analytes, etc., basic statistics; quality assurance; method evaluation; reference ranges; and diagnostic sensitivity and specificity of a laboratory test. Basic laboratory principles, safety, and chemical hygiene plan.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Program Restrictions: BSMT_MEDT-Medical Technology
Prerequisite: Organic Chemistry for science majors.
Practical application of laboratory mathematics and its application in reagent preparation, dilution, and calculating the concentration of analytes, etc., basic statistics; quality assurance; method evaluation; reference ranges; and diagnostic sensitivity and specificity of a laboratory test. Basic laboratory principles, safety, and chemical hygiene plan.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Program Restrictions: BSMT_MEDT-Medical Technology
Prerequisite: Organic Chemistry for science majors
Practical application of laboratory mathematics and its application in reagent preparation, dilution, and calculating the concentration of analytes, etc., basic statistics; quality assurance; method evaluation; reference ranges; and diagnostic sensitivity and specificity of a laboratory test. Basic laboratory principles, safety, and chemical hygiene plan.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Program Restrictions: BSMT_MEDT-Medical Technology, CERMT_MEDT-Medical Technology
Provides students with practical experience of various methodologies used in the clinical chemistry and immunology laboratories in the analysis of blood and other body fluids. Such methodologies include spectrophotometric analysis, electrophoresis, immunoassays, and chromatography.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 6
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSCLS_CLS-Clinical Laboratory Sciences Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
The student will demonstrate competencies in venipuncture in the clinical setting.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: CLSC3220
Credit Hours: 2 Other Contact Hours: 30
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSCLS_CLS-Clinical Laboratory Sciences Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
Prerequisite: BS program enrollment.
An in-depth study of the clinically relevant infectious agents (bacteria, fungi, parasites, and viruses) encountered in the clinical microbiology laboratory. Special emphasis on the infectious disease process, identification procedures, and epidemiological significance of these infectious agents.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSCLS_CLS-Clinical Laboratory Sciences Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
Emphasis on procedures and techniques used to isolate and identify clinically important infectious agents, including bacteria, fungi, parasites, and viruses.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 6
Co-Requisites: CLSC4440
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSCLS_CLS-Clinical Laboratory Sciences Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
Practical application of clinical microbiology techniques including areas of quality assurance, safety practices, data interpretation, instrumentation, library research, professional behavior, and introduction to management practices.
CLSC 4501 - Seminar in CLS Evidence Based Practice
Prerequisites: BS Program Enrollment.
This course examines how to perform a literature evaluation of current research in the profession. The resources needed to conduct a scholarly investigation are studied including the examination of findings and the significance for practice.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 1 Other Contact Hours: 2
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSCLS_CLS-Clinical Laboratory Sciences Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
Study of cells and organs of immune systems, humoral response, and cell-mediated immunity as well as immunopathologies of hypersensitivity, and autoimmunity. Application to transplantation and tumor immunology.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of CLSC 3640 and CLSC 3645.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: CLSC3640 and CLSC3645
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSCLS_CLS-Clinical Laboratory Sciences Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
Prerequisite: Successful completion of CLSC 3540 and CLSC 3550 (for 2+2 on-Campus students), CLSC 4500 (for 4+1 and MLT on-campus students), CLSC 4509 (for MLT Internet students), CLSC 3560 (for 2+2 Internet students).
Clinical application and practice of immunological testing. Theory, instrumentation, quality control, work organization, and data interpretation will be presented in the context of actual patient sample testing observed and/or conducted by students under the direct supervision of qualified clinical instructors.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
College Restrictions: Allied Health Sciences Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
Prerequisites: Successful completion of CLSC 3540 and CLSC 3550 (for 2+2 on-Campus students), or successful completion of CLSC 4500 (for 4+1 and MLT on-Campus students).
Clinical application and practice of immunological testing. Theory, instrumentation, quality control, work organization, and data interpretation will be presented in the context of actual patient sample testing observed and/or conducted by students under the direct supervision of qualified clinical instructors.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Program Restrictions: BSMT_MEDT-Medical Technology, CERMT_MEDT-Medical Technology
Provides students practical experience of working in the clinical chemistry laboratory under the supervision of a medical technologist: specimen processing, analysis and reporting of patient test results.
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSCLS_CLS-Clinical Laboratory Sciences Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
Prerequisites: Successful completion of CLSC 3640 and CLSC 3645.
Application of basic immunological concepts to the study of red cell antigens and antibodies in relation to compatibility testing for transfusion of blood products. Include discussions on Blood Bank organizations and regulations, genetic inheritance of blood groups, special techniques, AIHA, HDN, blood components, donors and blood collection, quality control, serological testing of blood products, and future trends in Blood Banking.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: CLSC3640 and CLSC3645
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSCLS_CLS-Clinical Laboratory Sciences Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
Laboratories include red cell antigens and antibodies in relation to compatibility testing for transfusion of blood products, special techniques. AIHA, HDN, blood components, donors and blood collection, quality control, and serological testing of blood.
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in CLSC 4740.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 6
Co-Requisites: CLSC4740
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
Clinical course puts theory to continued practice performing tests on patient specimens and reporting results, completing cross matches, preparing components for issue, identifying multiple antibodies, processing blood components, and interviewing and drawing donors.
Study of blood cell derivation, maturation, physiology, and function with emphasis on normal and abnormal blood and bone marrow morphology. Correlation of hematological and hemostasis tests with other clinical findings in the diagnosis of various blood dycrasias and hemostatic disorders are discussed and emphasized with case study materials. Includes the study of body fluids.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of CLSC 3640 and CLSC 3645.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSCLS_CLS-Clinical Laboratory Sciences, BSMT_MEDT-Medical Technology Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
Laboratory experiences are conducted in hematology and hemostasis. Test results are correlated with other clinical findings in the diagnosis of various blood dyscrasias and hemostatic disorders. Includes the study of body fluids with related laboratory exercises.
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in CLSC 4840
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 6
Co-Requisites: CLSC4840
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSCLS_CLS-Clinical Laboratory Sciences, BSMT_MEDT-Medical Technology Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
Practical application in techniques utilized in a clinical hematology, fluids, and hemostasis laboratory, also including quality assurance issues, problem solving skills, phlebotomy, and relative management issues.
Prerequisite: CLSC 4820 and CLSC 4830.
Practical application in techniques utilized in a clinical hematology, fluids, and hemostasis laboratory, also including quality assurance issues, problem solving skills, phlebotomy, and relative management issues.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Program Restrictions: BSMT_MEDT-Medical Technology, CERMT_MEDT-Medical Technology
Credit Hours: 1 TO 3 College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSMT_MEDT-Medical Technology, CERMT_MEDT-Medical Technology Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
The student will develop and present a project in clinical laboratory science.
Prerequisite: BRTC 3510 Applied Statistics and Research Methods.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: BRTC3510
Credit Hours: 3 College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSCLS_CLS-Clinical Laboratory Sciences Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
Prerequisites: BRTC 3510 Applied Statistics and Research Methods.
The students will identify and research an original clinical laboratory case study and prepare it for publication according to a professional journal’s guidelines.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: BRTC3510
Credit Hours: 3 College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSCLS_CLS-Clinical Laboratory Sciences Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
A comprehensive review of the clinical laboratory science profession.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Major Restrictions: Clinical Laboratory Science Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester Degree Restrictions: BS in Clinical Lab Science
Prerequisites: Successful completion of CLSC 3640 and CLSC 3645.
This course starts with a historical overview of some breakthrough discoveries that contributed to the establishment of molecular diagnostics. It focuses on molecular testing terminology and nucleic acids’ qualities that are important in designing molecular procedures. The course covers applications of molecular testing by focusing on nucleic acids’ target and signal amplification techniques currently approved by the FDA for infectious disease testing, including blood donor screening. The course also focuses on molecular testing in cancer, pharmacogenomics, and high-throughput technologies.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: CLSC3640 and CLSC3645
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSCLS_CLS-Clinical Laboratory Sciences Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in CLSC 4940.
This course provides students with practical experience of various techniques used in the molecular biology laboratory with emphasis on nucleic acid isolation procedures, quantification, PCR and gel electrophoresis. The focus is on quality control measures unique for the molecular laboratory and prescribed by the Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute. The goal is to develop manual and analytical skills which will prepare the students for molecular analysis on clinical samples.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 6
Co-Requisites: CLSC4940
College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSCLS_CLS-Clinical Laboratory Sciences Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
COMC 2000 - Writing for Communication Professionals
The course introduces students to writing for the communications professions represented in the Department of Communications and Professional Writing. Students develop the writing skills for specific forms of writing and information acquisition techniques associated with communications professions.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (ENGL1101 >= C or ENGL1113 >= C) and (ENGL1102 >= C or ENGL1114 >= C) and (COMS1100 >= D or COMS1010 >= D or COMS1020 >= D or HONR1010 >= D)
A study of the history, organization, politics, economics, control, regulation, and effects of the mass media and affiliated industries, particularly in the United States. Issues of influence on the media by, as well as media influence on, government, politics, medicine, industry, society, culture, international relations, and the audience are addressed.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (ENGL1102 >= C or ENGL1114 >= C) and (ENGL1101 >= C or ENGL1113 >= C) and (COMS1100 >= D or COMS1010 >= D or COMS1020 >= D or HONR1010 >= D)
This course is designed for internships that offer students opportunities to observe how a communications business works but does not require high-level professional skill. The intership does not count towards major.
A skill-building course in various forms of professional oral and written communication. Included are business memo and letter writing, short report writing, informal and formal oral presentations, and the use of modern technology to improve written and oral presentations. Students will learn and demonstrate skills in organizing, writing, and presenting factual, promotional, attitudinal, and technical materials for various audiences. Technology will include current library research methods for business, presentation software, and communication media.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (COMS1100 >= C or COMS1010 >= C or COMS1020 >= C or COMS1100 >= C or HONR1010 >= C) and ENGL1102 >= C and (MINF2201 >= C or CSCI1301 >= C or CSCI1200 >= C)
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Major Restrictions: Accounting, Applied Information Systems, Communications, Finance, Management, Management Info Systems, Marketing
Introduction to visual journalistic communications. Students will become successful at creating still images and learn what constitutes a good photograph. Course is intended to make students more skilled communicators who can tell stories visually as well as verbally.
Introduction to the study of first amendment law and its associated areas that are relevant to communications professionals, including public relations, advertising, broadcasting, freedom of information, libel, privacy, and intellectual property. Consideration is also given to ethical concerns arising within these areas. Prerequisite(s): COMC 2010 and COMC 2000 both with a grade of C or better or permission of the instructor.
In-service learning experience in a media, business, non-profit, or organizational environment. This course is designed to give students opportunities to work at positions that require high-level communication and skills that cross disciplinary boundaries. This course can be repeated for aggregate of three hours. Prerequisite(s): COMC 2000 and COMC 2010 both with a grade of C or better.
This is an introduction to practical communications research. Students will participate in planning and executing a final project. The final project should be appropriate for presentation, or exhibition in an academic venue. Prerequisite(s): COMC 2010 and COMC 2000 both with a grade of C or better.
An introduction to the practice of public communication with special emphasis on public speaking. Includes the historical roots of communication models, audience adaptation, systematic library research, preparation and delivery of presentations, and preparation and use of visual aids.
This course covers vocal production (voice, pitch, tone, projection, and articulation) and uses mastery of general American phonetics to train students to hear distinctions in vocal sounds. Students will explore language codes and dialects of the English language, with emphasis on Standard American English as it applies to professional standards of oral communication.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: COMS1100 >= C or COMS1010 >= C or COMS1020 >= C or HONR1010 >= C
This course will review the major theories, concepts, and models of human communication and provide the necessary vocabulary to discuss theory. This course will also expose students to a variety of theoretical viewpoints.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (COMS1100 >= C or COMS1010 >= C or COMS1020 >= C or HONR1010 >= C) and COMC2010 >= C
This course addresses the theories and practice of interpersonal communication. Topics to be explored include family communication, friendship communication, communication in romantic relationships, and conflict in interpersonal relationships.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (COMS1100 >= C or COMS1010 >= C or COMS1020 >= C or HONR1010 >= C) and COMC2000 >= C
This course examines various approaches to the study of communication as it occurs in various small group and organizational contexts. Particular emphasis is placed on relationships, motivation, structure, and power within organizations.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: COMC2000 >= C and (COMS1100 >= C or COMS1010 >= C or COMS1020 >= C or HONR1010 >= C)
This course explores intercultural theories and research and examines the interactions of members of various cultures. Barriers to effective intercultural communication will be examined, as will methods of improving intercultural communication.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: COMC2000 >= C and (COMS1100 >= C or COMS1010 >= C or COMS1020 >= C or HONR1010 >= C)
This course examines the principles used when speaking in informative, persuasive and small group situations. Researching skills and use of audiovisual technology will be learned and applied.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: COMC2000 >= C and (COMS1100 >= C or COMS1010 >= C or COMS1020 >= C or HONR1010 >= C)
This course provides an overview of theories, concepts, and areas of scholarship within the rhetorical studies discipline. Students will cover materials chosen from among the following topics: history of rhetoric, rhetorical theory, rhetorical criticism and analysis, semiotics, audience studies, political communication, rhetoric of social movements, public address, visual communication, and media studies.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (COMC2010 >= C or COMC2000 >= C) and (COMS1100 >= C or COMS1010 >= C or COMS1020 >= C or HONR1010 >= C)
This course explores how communication influences perceptions, thoughts, and actions. Students learn the skills necessary to critically analyze persuasive communication in various contexts, including speeches, advertising, and popular culture.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (COMC2010 >= C and COMC2000 >= C) and (COMS1100 >= C or COMS1010 >= C or COMS1020 >= C or HONR1010 >= C)
This course provides extensive training in critical thinking, listening, reading, and advocacy. Students learn to prepare logical, sound, and reasoned arguments. Emphasis is placed on the ability to anticipate and address various alternative perspectives on controversial issues in crafting arguments.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (COMC2010 >= C and COMC2000 >= C) and (COMS1100 >= C or COMS1010 >= C or COMS1020 >= C or HONR1010 >= C)
This course explores gendered communication patterns in a variety of contexts and examines how communication creates and reinforces gender. Theories that explain how culture shapes gendered communication and how gendered communication shapes culture will be examined.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (COMC2010 >= C and COMC2000 >= C) and (COMS1100 >= C or COMS1010 >= C or COMS1020 >= C or HONR1010 >= C)
Each Communications major with a concentration in Communication Studies is required to design and execute an independent Senior Capstone Project. The parameters of the project will be set by the student in consultation with the course instructor, who must approve the final proposal. This course is the first to be taken in a two-semester sequence, and should be taken the semester before the semester in which the student plans to graduate. In this course, the student will write a formal proposal for the Senior Capstone Project, which must satisfy the specific proposal requirements set by the Communication Studies faculty, and assessed by the instructor of record for the course. The student also will complete an annotated bibliography of sources appropriate to the project’s area(s) of study. Finally, the student will work with COMS faculty to find an acceptable venue for an Applied Learning Activity in the local community. The Applied Learning Activity may consist of an internship, job-shadow opprotunity, volunteer work, or other community-based work in which human communication is a prominent activity. It must be approved by the course instructor.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (COMS1100 >= C or COMS1010 >= C or COMS1020 >= C or HONR1010 >= C) and COMC2000 >= C and COMC2010 >= C
Each Communications major with a concentration in Communication Studies is required to design and execute an independent senior capstone project. The parameters of the project will be set by the student in consultation with Communication Studies Senior Capstone Project instructor in COMS 4971, but will consist of a major wirting assignment, a community-based Applied Learning Activtity, and a presentation in which the student synthesizes his or her academic and applied learning. This course should be taken in the semester in which the student graduates.
Prerequisite(s): COMS 4971, completed graduation application, filed with the Office of the Registrar.
Experiential, conceptual, historical, and cultural study of theatre as a unique form of artistic expression and mirror of human experiences and values throughout the world; survey of constituent elements of a theatrical work and its major forms of expression. Attendance at live theatre productions required. Prerequisite(s): None.
An introduction to the craft of the actor, including training in voice, movement, emotional sensitivity, improvisation, and scene study. Prerequisite(s): None.
A study of various aspects of theatre (acting, directing, scene design, stage technology, costuming, theatre management, and related areas of performance and production) of interest to lower-division undergraduate students.
This course covers vocal production (voice, pitch, tone, projection, and articulation) and uses mastery of general American phonetics to train students to hear distinctions in vocal sounds. Students will explore language codes and dialects of the English language, with emphasis on Standard American English as it applies to professional standards of oral communication.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: COMS1100 >= C or COMS1010 >= C or COMS1020 >= C or HONR1010 >= C
Participation as a crew member or shopworker in a university Theater production. May be repeated for up to four credit hours. Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
An introduction to the art of theatre, as well as an historical survey, of the development of Western drama from Ancient Greece to the Elizabethan Era. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1101-1102 or ENGL 1113-1114, and COMC 2000 or 2010, each with a grade of C or better.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (ENGL1101 >= C and ENGL1102 >= C) or (ENGL1113 >= C and ENGL1114 >= C) and (COMC2000 >= C or COMC2010 >= C)
A continuation of COMD 3221, beginning with English Restoration; a study of the history of stage design and technology and the development of dramatic literature to the Modern period. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1101-1102 or ENGL 1113-1114 and COMC 2000 or COMC 2010, each with a grade of C or better.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (ENGL1101 >= C and ENGL1102 >= C) or (ENGL1113 >= C and ENGL1114 >= C) and (COMC2000 >= C or COMC2010 >= C)
A continuation of COMD 2250. A study of text and subtext, the course will concentrate on scene study and character analysis. Prerequisite(s): COMC 2010 or COMC 2000 with a grade of C or better; COMD 2250 with a grade of C or better.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (COMC2010 >= C or COMD2000 >= C) and COMD2250 >= C
A survey of the techniques for designing, building, painting, costuming, and managing a production. Included is a lab practicum, which provides the hands-on experience needed for the understanding of the techniques. Prerequisite: None.
A workshop in the writing of one-act and full-length plays or screenplays. Topics include Aristotle and dramatic theory, plot structure, character, dialogue, naturalism, symbolism, theme, production problems, and manuscript format. Students will write a one-act play or a short screen play. Students cannot receive credit for more than one of the following: ENGL 3620, COMD 3620, and COMW 3620. Prerequisite(s): COMC 2010.
A study of the fundamental techniques of stage directing. We will study stage space, blocking and movement, script analysis and interpretation, and style. Reading, discussions, laboratory work, the directing of scenes and one-act plays, and the creation of a prompt book are required. Prerequisite(s): COMC 2010; COMD 3221 or COMD 3222; or permission of the instructor.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (COMC2010 >= C and COMD3221 >= C) or COMD3222 >= C
Basic principles and techniques of design in contemporary performing arts, including the development and practice of designing scenery, costumes, lighting, and other visual aspects of stage and media production. Prerequisite(s): COMD 2250; COMD 3221 or COMD 3222; or permission of instructor for non-majors.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (COMD2250 >= C and COMD3221 >= C) or COMD3222 >= C
A survey of the organization and practical application and execution of performance events. Emphasis will be on details concerning planning, budgeting, and coordination of all production areas as well as duties related to rehearsal, performance, and post-performance procedures. Prerequisite(s): COMC 2010 or COMC 2000, COMD 2250 and COMD 3550, each with a grade of C or better.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (COMC2010 >= C or COMC2000 >= C) and COMD2250 >= C and COMD3550 >= C
An introduction to the craft of performing in video, film, and for the radio. The class will perform from film and video plays, read “copy,” and present news programs for television. Prerequisite(s): COMC 2010 and COMC 2000.
The problems of enacting period literature from Greek to early twentieth century. Students address problems of deportment and stage movement, diction, and meter. Scenes performed from Greek, Roman, Renaissance, Restoration, and early Modern repertoires. Prerequisite(s): COMD 3250 or permission of the instructor.
A survey of major world dramatists and their works, from the end of the nineteenth century to the present. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1101-1102 or ENGL 1113-1114 and HUMN 2001, each with a grade of C or better; HUMN 2002.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (HUMN2001 >= C or HUM221 >= C) and (HUMN2002 >= C or HUM222 >= C)
The major histories, comedies, and tragedies: the Elizabethan theater. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1101-1102 or ENGL 1113-1114 and HUMN 2001, each with a grade of C or better; HUMN 2002.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: (HUMN2001 >= C or HUM221 >= C) and (HUMN2002 >= C or HUM222 >= C)
Advanced study in design for contemporary performing arts. Student may choose to focus on two of the four design areas covered in COMD 3750, or develop a professional-quality portfolio incorporating all design work. Work developed at this levelmay be selected for main stage theatre productions. Prerequisite(s): COMC2010, COMC 2000, COMD 3200 and COMD 3750, all with a grade of C or better.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: COMC2000 >= C and COMD2010 >= C and COMD3750 >= C and COMD3200 >= C
A directed theater project, such as lighting a production for the stage, designing a set, directing a production, or participating in a seminar on a particular subject. Prerequisite(s): COMC2010 or COMC 2000 with a grade of C or better.
Capstone course including a historical/analytical thesis and/or project in literature, history, theory, design, or performance. Written component for all projects is mandatory. Students will also put together their portfolios and résumés for Portfolio Review in this class. To be directed by at least one theatre instructor and juried by a committee selected from the Department of Communications and Professional Writing faculty. Prerequisite(s): COMC 2010, COMC 2000, COMD 3100, COMD 3200, all with a grade of C or better, senior level status, and permission of the instructor.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: COMD3100 >= C and COMD3200 >= C and COMC2010 >= C and COMC2000 >= C
Study of the development of American journalism and the mass media from colonial times to the present. Prerequisite(s): COMC 2010 and COMC 2000 with a grade of C or better, or permission of instructor.