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2018 - 2019 Catalog 
    
2018 - 2019 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Chemistry

  
  • CHE 112L - General Inorganic Chemistry II Lab


    0 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours 2 Hours
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): CHE 112 
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective.
    Grade Type PF
  
  • CHE 125 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CHE 217 - Organic Chemistry I


    Preparation and reactions of the main classes of organic compounds.

    4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours 3 laboratory hours
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 111  or consent of instructor
    Corequisite(s): CHE 217L 
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective. Fulfills lab science
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CHE 217L - Organic Chemistry I Lab


    0 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours 3
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): CHE 217 
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective.
    Grade Type PF
  
  • CHE 225 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CHE 230 - Analytical Chemistry


    This course covers fundamental theoretical concepts and practical skills relevant to analytical chemistry. The topics covered include statistics (as applied to chemical analysis), sampling and sample handling, quality control and quality assurance, and gravimetric and titrimetric methods of analysis (precipitation, acid-base, complexiometric and reductionoxidation).

    4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours 3 laboratory hours
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 111  and CHE 112  (or equivalent) or consent of instructor
    Corequisite(s): CHE 230L 
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CHE 230L - Analytical Chemistry Lab


    0 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours 3 Hours
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): CHE 230 
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective.
    Grade Type PF
  
  • CHE 310 - Biochemistry I


    Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, enzymes, nucleic acids, vitamins, and hormones; process of digestion, absorption and metabolic cycles. Duplicate credit for CHE 110  and 310 not allowed.

    4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours 3 laboratory hours
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 217  
    Corequisite(s): CHE 310L 
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CHE 310L - Biochemistry Lab


    0 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours 3 Hours
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): CHE 310  
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective.
    Grade Type PF
  
  • CHE 312 - Biochemistry II


    A second semester of biochemistry which covers metabolic reactions and cycles including the control mechanisms and associated energy changes. The structure and function of nucleic acids will also be included.

    4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 310 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CHE 318 - Organic Chemistry II


    Synthesis, mechanism, and spectroscopic analysis of typical organic compounds. Organic qualitative analysis is stressed in the laboratory.

    4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours 3 laboratory hours
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 217  or consent of instructor
    Corequisite(s): CHE 318L 
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CHE 318L - Organic Chemistry II Lab


    0 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours 3 Hours
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): CHE 318 
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective.
    Grade Type PF
  
  • CHE 325 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CHE 326 - Environmental Chemistry


    Study and analysis of the most important natural and human modulated chemical processes taking place within the earth’s ecosystems and affecting natural resources.

    4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours 3 laboratory hours
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 111 , CHE 112 , and CHE 230  or consent of instructor
    Corequisite(s): CHE 326L 
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CHE 326L - Environmental Chemistry Lab


    0 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours 3 Hours
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): CHE 326 
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective.
    Grade Type PF
  
  • CHE 329 - Chemistry Lab Practicum


    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CHE 340 - Instrumental Analysis


    This course focuses on modern instrumental methods for chemical analysis. It covers theory, instrumentation, operation and calibration of instruments used in: spectroscopy, chromatography, and electrochemistry.

    4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours 3 laboratory hours
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 111 , CHE 112 , and CHE 230  or consent of instructor
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CHE 417 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry


    Advanced Inorganic Chemistry plays a key role in the science of materials, catalysis, biological processes, nanotechnology, as well as other multi-disciplinary fields. Concepts inherent in this course can include atomic structure and its spectra, covalent molecular geometries, main group properties such as structure and synthesis and physical and chemical properties, transition metals and coordination chemistry, organometallic chemistry, solid state materials, as well as other special topics.

    4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours 3 laboratory hours
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 209  and MAT 210 ; PHY 203 , PHY 304 , or consent of instructor
    Corequisite(s): CHE 417L 
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CHE 417L - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Lab


    0 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): CHE 417  
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type PF
  
  • CHE 425 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CHE 428 - Readings and Research in Chemistry


    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 111 , CHE 217 , and consent of instructor
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CHE 429 - Safety in the Chemistry Laboratory


    The study of the principles and methods for proper chemical hygiene and safety practices for working in a laboratory environment.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 111  and CHE 112 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CHE 444 - SURVE Research Internship


    Students conduct original research in a laboratory setting, design and carry out experiments, analyze and interpret data, and present results. All students enrolled in the course will meet together regularly with the instructor(s) for seminar-style instruction focus on conducting research, the integration of faith and reason, and formation in the virtues and habits of mind for the scientific vocation.

    1-12 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: BIO 444 
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 12 hours toward the degree
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective.
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CHE 450 - Physical Chemistry


    The study of the fundamental understanding of the molecular and atomic levels of materials; how they behave and how chemical reactions occur.

    4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours 3 laboratory hours
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 209  and MAT 210 ; PHY 203 , PHY 304 , or consent of instructor
    Corequisite(s): CHE 450L 
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CHE 450L - Physical Chemistry Lab


    0 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours 3 Hours
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): CHE 450  
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective.
    Grade Type PF
  
  • CHE 490 - Senior Chemistry Seminar


    A course in which students will synthesize, analyze and critique papers from a broad range of chemical research. Through seminars, presentations of journal articles, and discussions, students will integrate material from all of their undergraduate chemistry courses. Students will also write a final research paper.

    2 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): Minimum of three upper-level chemistry courses or consent of instructor
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT

Civil Engineering

  
  • ECI 125 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 202 - Introduction to Digital Terrain Modeling


    This course introduces some basic functions of the Civil 3D land systems design program. The course uses a combined lecture and laboratory format to teach fundamentals of land surface modeling. Students will have access to Civil 3D software through the SEM computer system.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): ENR 101 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 203 - Earth Dynamics & Geophysics


    Introduction to physical geology including geologic features, geomorphology, geohazards, geotechnical engineering design.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 225 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 301 - Civil Engineering Laboratory


    Laboratory course dealing with 1) determining soil index properties, grain size distribution, permeability, moisture density relations, shear strength, and consolidation of soils; 2) engineering properties of concrete, asphalt, steel, and composites; and 3) design of experiments.

    2 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): ENR 203 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 302 - Civil Engineering Laboratory II


    Laboratory courses dealing with 1) fluid properties, flow measurements, open channel flow, pipe flow, and hydraulic machinery; 2) water and wastewater treatment topics such as BOD, total and suspended solids, water hardness, chlorination, alkalinity, coagulation, and jar testing; and 3) design of experiments. Students perform lab work in teams and communicate results in written reports and one oral presentation.

    2 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): ENR 203 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 313 - General Surveying


    Measurements of distances and angles; EDM; satellite and inertial systems; triangulation; differential leveling; horizontal curves; vertical curves; traverse surveys; U.S. public land surveys; earthwork; boundary surveys; construction surveys.

    2 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 209 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 313L - General Surveying Lab


    Course will involve laboratory assignments dealing with measurements of distances and angles; use of ED M, G PS, and automatic levels; traversing; leveling; horizontal curves; vertical curves; and topographic survey.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): ECI 313 
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 325 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 351 - Structural Mechanics


    Reactions, shear and bending moment, plane and space trusses, influence lines, deflections, virtual work, energy methods, approximate analysis, consistent deformations method, slope deflection and moment distribution methods, introduction to matrix methods. Use of computer for analysis.

    4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): ENR 203  
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 403 - Topics in Civil Engineering


    Investigation of topics as selected by working engineers in the civil engineering industry. Topics in this course will vary each time it is offered, and students may take this course to fulfill technical elective requirements for their civil engineering degree. Course can be repeated for up to nine (9) credits toward the degree.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): Junior status and department approval
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 404 - Civil Engineering Internship


    This course provides students with an opportunity to gain real world experience in the civil engineering industry. Students may participate in an internship for up to two (2) semesters, earning a maximum of three (3) credits. The number of credits awarded depends on the number of internship hours worked. Students may not exceed 135 hours (3 credits) of internship work in a semester.

    1-3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): Junior status, internship acceptance letter from industry, and department approval
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 412 - Soil Mechanics


    Course topics include principles of soil mechanics including weight- volume relationships, classification, compaction, effective stress, permeability and seepage, consolidation, shear strength, site exploration, introduction to lateral earth pressure, and slope stability.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): ENR 203 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 414 - Foundation Engineering


    Soil improvements and ground modifications, soil exploration and sampling, bearing capacity, spread footings, mat foundations, settlement analysis, drilled shaft and pile foundations, foundations on difficult soil.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): ECI 412 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 416 - Transportation Engineering


    Transportation systems; transportation planning and future developments; computer aided design; design and analysis of transportation facilities including traffic operations, highway geometry, and pavement.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): ECI 412 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 421 - Hydrology


    Course topics include measurement, interpretation, analysis and application of hydrologic data; precipitation, evaporation and transpiration; runoff hydrographs; routing methods; groundwater; and snow hydrology. Computer applications.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): EME 306 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 423 - Hydraulic Engineering


    Fluid statics and dynamics; open channel flow; transitions and controls; hydraulic structures; hydraulic machinery; hydraulic power conversion; and hydraulic modeling.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): EME 306 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 425 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 431 - Environmental Engineering I


    Environmental quality, water quality modeling, water & wastewater treatment systems, sludge processing, solid wastes, hazardous wastes, environmental law.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): EME 306 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 432 - Environmental Engineering II


    Water distribution networks, mass curve analysis, wastewater collection systems, pumping systems for water and 80 waste-water, system design project, computer-assisted design, confined spaces.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): EME 306 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 444 - Contracts & Specifications


    Engineering contracts and specification essentials, legal aspects of engineering practice and employment; professional practice issues; procurement of work; governmental regulation.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 451 - Steel Design


    Selection of sections, bolted and welded connections, trusses, bearings, lightgage structural members, fatigue of structural members and introduction to plastic design.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): ECI 351 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 453 - Reinforced Concrete


    Materials and specifications, axially and eccentrically loaded columns, strength beam theory, shear stresses, bond and development length, serviceability, and oneway slabs.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): ECI 351 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • ECI 482 - Senior Design I


    The first course in student design which integrates engineering design and engineering science components of previous and ongoing coursework into a major design experience. Design projects can be in the areas of environmental, geotechnical, structures, water resources, or transportation engineering. Course activities include defining the problem, formulating project objectives, gathering background information, scheduling the project, applying design standards and realistic constraints; developing design alternatives; and evaluating design alternatives. Other topics covered include project management, effective team-working, engineering ethics, and computer aided design. Group design reports and individual oral presentations are required.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): Any two of the following: ECI 412 , ECI 423 , ECI 431 , or ECI 451 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT

Classics

  
  • CLA 125 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CLA 201 - Classical Etymology


    Vocabulary building through the prefixes, suffixes, and roots of Greek and Latin.

    2 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CLA 225 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CLA 310 - Glory of Greece


    An introduction to the history of the ancient Greeks, their literature, politics, customs, art, and architecture.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CLA 311 - Grandeur of Rome


    An introduction to the history of ancient Rome, its literature, politics, customs, art, and architecture.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CLA 312 - Classical Mythology


    A study of the gods and heroes of the ancient Greeks and Romans as found in classical and modern literature, sculpture, painting, music, and film.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CLA 320 - Classical Roots of Christianity


    Considers the many ways in which the ancient Greco-Roman tradition helped shape Christianity. Interdisciplinary course elective for Catholic Studies major and minor programs.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: CTH 320 
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CLA 325 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CLA 425 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT

Communication

  
  • COM 103 - Introduction to Communication Studies


    Introduction to Communication Studies is an overview of the many professions in communication and reviews the Communication program and procedures.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 110 - Oral Communication


    Examines the theories and practices students need to develop competence in public speaking and listening by providing experience in the preparation, presentation, and assessment of speeches. Informative and persuasive speaking are highlighted in this course.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Requirement
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 125 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 133 - Practicum: Film and Video Production


    Supervised or self-directed work in a faculty lead film production or student project. Students will have the opportunity to serve in a variety of roles including assistant producer, assistant director, script supervisor, and production assistants. Students might also be cast as actors, compose music, or write scripts. Open to all students, though students with prior production experience might have increased opportunities for the faculty-led film. Self-directed students need to have some level of experience prior to enrolling for practicum. May be taken up to three times for credit.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 3 semester credits
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 135 - Practicum: Radio Communication


    The radio practicum is designed to give students hands-on experience in video production. The practicum experience will be tailored to the student’s talents, goals and experience. Students typically take an air shift at a local radio station for two hours a week.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 3 semester credits
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 139 - Practicum: Summit


    Students participate in the development and production of the twice-monthly publication “The Summit,” as editors, photographers and/or reporters.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 3 semester credits
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 143 - Practicum: Competitive Forensics


    A supervised experience in forensics. Students contract with faculty advisor. This practicum contributes to the curricular competencies of Spirituality and Ethics, Global Stewardship, Communication, and Critical Thinking.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 3 semester credits
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 145 - Practicum: Theater


    Theater Practicum is a directed supervised, practical experience in theatre production. Students participate in executing a fully realized theater production before a live audience as either actor, stage crew, designer, operator or production assistant.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 3 semester credits
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 147 - Supervised work in the BEK/UMary Broadcast Studio.


    Students will have the opportunity to serve in a variety of roles including: producer, master control, CG operator, and floor director.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 3 semester credits
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 150 - Writing for the Media


    Writing for the Media introduces the fundamentals of various forms of writing used in diverse media. Students learn the basics of journalistic and promotional writing styles.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): ENG 121 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 160 - Media and Society


    Media and Society is an introductory examination of mass media and its impact on culture and society.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 200 - Visual Communication


    Visual Communication guides students through an exploration of the idea that memorable visual messages with text have the greatest power to inform, educate, and persuade an individual.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective. Fulfills Art requirement
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 204 - Interpersonal Communication


    Principles and theories of relational communication will be explored including such concepts as self, relational development, conflict, listening, language and nonverbal communication. Special emphasis will be given to interpersonal communication in small groups.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): COM 110   or consent of the instructor
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 215 - Studio Production


    Studio Production is an introduction to video production concepts and techniques within a studio production environment.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 225 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 233 - Practicum: Film and Video Production


    Supervised or self-directed work in a faculty lead film production or student project. Students will have the opportunity to serve in a variety of roles including assistant producer, assistant director, script supervisor, and production assistants. Students might also be cast as actors, compose music, or write scripts. Open to all students, though students with prior production experience might have increased opportunities for the faculty-led film. Self-directed students need to have some level of experience prior to enrolling for practicum. May be taken up to three times for credit.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 3 semester credits
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 235 - Practicum: Radio Communication


    The radio practicum is designed to give students hands-on experience in video production. The practicum experience will be tailored to the student’s talents, goals and experience. Students typically take an air shift at a local radio station for two hours a week.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 3 semester credits
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 239 - Practicum: Summit


    Students participate in the development and production of the twice-monthly publication “The Summit,” as editors, photographers and/or reporters.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 3 semester credits
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 243 - Practicum: Competitive Forensics


    A supervised experience in forensics. Students contract with faculty advisor. This practicum contributes to the curricular competencies of Spirituality and Ethics, Global Stewardship, Communication, and Critical Thinking.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 3 semester credits
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 245 - Practicum: Theater


    Theater Practicum is a directed supervised, practical experience in theatre production. Students participate in executing a fully realized theater production before a live audience as either actor, stage crew, designer, operator or production assistant.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 3 semester credits
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 247 - Supervised work in the BEK/UMary Broadcast Studio.


    Students will have the opportunity to serve in a variety of roles including: producer, master control, CG operator, and floor director.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 3 semester credits
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 250 - Design and Layout


    Design and Layout is an entry-level design course focusing on using professional industry-standard software to create digital and print materials.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): COM 200 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 303 - Mass Communication: History and Theory


    History, process, philosophy, law, policy of U.S. communication media. Each medium examined individually. Effects of messages, regulation of media, and other current issues examined.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): ENG 121  and COM 110  or consent of instructor
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 305 - Sports Communication


    An in-depth look at sports and its influence on society including the media through which its story is told. Areas of emphasis include sports writing, broadcasting, advertising, marketing and public relations. The course will include tours of sports facilities and speakers from sports teams and from the media which cover them.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): COM 110  and ENG 121  
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 310 - Intercultural Communication


    A study of the theories and principles of communication within and across ethnic and multinational borders is the focus of this course with exploration into the fields of communication, business, healthcare, education, human rights, and global diversity. Study will culminate in a research project or a global issues service project.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): COM 110  (required); ANT 171  and BUS 215  (recommended)
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 311 - Advanced Public Speaking


    Designed for students who desire to refine their public speaking skills. Public speaking from various areas such as traditional classrooms, professional, civic, ceremonial/special occasion, group, debate/discussion, limited preparation.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): COM 110  
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 312 - Persuasion


    The art of persuasion is explored as an element of not only communication but society as well. Various aspects of persuasion and their impact (legal, ethical, etc.) and effectiveness as used in such areas as media, advertising, rhetoric, politics, and propaganda will be addressed.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): COM 110  and ENG 121  
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 319 - Secondary Speech Methods


    Examines methods, materials, opportunities, and problems typically encountered in teaching high school speech. Emphasis is on instruction and practice in procedures for planning, instruction, and evaluation.

    2 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 320 - Management of Extra Curricular Activities


    Practice in the methods of advising and managing extracurricular programs in forensics, journalism, and theater.

    2 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 325 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 329 - Public Relations


    Overview of history, theory, and research techniques and applications of public relations. Introduction to public relations writing and design. Projects include brochure preparation, problem research, and news releases. Focus on critical analysis of public relations problems and remediation.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): BUS 215 , COM 204 , COM 250 , or consent of the instructor
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 330 - Principles in Advertising


    Intense study of advertising, the process and practice. Planning, formulating, implementing, and evaluating an ad campaign. Social responsibilities and legal restrictions of advertising. Case studies assigned for discussion and evaluation.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): ENG 121 , COM 110 , or consent of the instructor
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 332 - Public Relations Writing


    Practical study of the various genres of public relations writing: news releases, speeches, press packets, agency newsletters, and special events.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): COM 360 , COM 250 , and COM 329 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 333 - Practicum: Film and Video Production


    Supervised or self-directed work in a faculty lead film production or student project. Students will have the opportunity to serve in a variety of roles including assistant producer, assistant director, script supervisor, and production assistants. Students might also be cast as actors, compose music, or write scripts. Open to all students, though students with prior production experience might have increased opportunities for the faculty-led film. Self-directed students need to have some level of experience prior to enrolling for practicum. May be taken up to three times for credit.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 3 semester credits
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 335 - Practicum: Radio Communication


    The radio practicum is designed to give students hands-on experience in video production. The practicum experience will be tailored to the student’s talents, goals and experience. Students typically take an air shift at a local radio station for two hours a week.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 3 semester credits
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 339 - Practicum: Summit


    Students participate in the development and production of the twice-monthly publication “The Summit,” as editors, photographers and/or reporters.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 3 semester credits
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 343 - Practicum: Competitive Forensics


    A supervised experience in forensics. Students contract with faculty advisor. This practicum contributes to the curricular competencies of Spirituality and Ethics, Global Stewardship, Communication, and Critical Thinking.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 3 semester credits
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 345 - Practicum: Theater


    Theater Practicum is a directed supervised, practical experience in theatre production. Students participate in executing a fully realized theater production before a live audience as either actor, stage crew, designer, operator or production assistant.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 3 semester credits
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 347 - Supervised work in the BEK/UMary Broadcast Studio.


    Students will have the opportunity to serve in a variety of roles including: producer, master control, CG operator, and floor director.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 3 semester credits
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 350 - Web Design


    Web Design introduces the process of planning and designing a website using User Experience and Design principles.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): COM 110  and ENG 121  
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • COM 352 - Communication Theory


    This course presents an overview of communication theory. While broad in its coverage of concepts, students will explore their modern uses.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective.
    Grade Type LT
 

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