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CHM 450 - Senior Spring Chemistry Seminar & Thesis Four Credits
Spring Semester
All fourth-year Chemistry majors meet with Chemistry and Biochemistry faculty once a week for both internal and external seminar presentations. Each fourth-year student will be expected to write and defend his/her thesis in the spring semester of the fourth year.
Prerequisite(s): .
Students will earn four credits in the second semester senior year upon successful completion of , , , and CHM 450.
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CHM 475 - Internship in Chemistry Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Research or practical experience in the field at an outside industrial, government, hospital, or university setting. Must be approved by the Department Chairperson, the Faculty member supervising the Internship, and the Supervisor in the cooperating organization.
Must complete the “U.S. Internship Request for Approval” process found under the myPlans tab in myHill to register for this Internship.
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CHM 490 - Directed Study Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Opportunity for upper level students to do advanced work in a specialized area of chemistry.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of both the faculty member directing the work and the Department Chairperson required.
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CHM 496 - Independent Chemical Research One to Four Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Students carry out an advanced research project in a specialized area of chemistry under the direction of a faculty member from the Department of Chemistry. The research may be part of an ongoing project being conducted by the faculty member, or the student and faculty member may develop an original project. May be taken more than once.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of both the faculty member directing the project and the Department Chairperson required.
Independent Research must be taken for three credits to count as a course towards the major.
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CHM 497 - Senior Thesis Three Credits
Fall Semester
Students complete an advanced research project in a specialized area of chemistry under the direction of a chemistry faculty member, resulting in a senior thesis. This course will be graded on a pass/fail basis.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing in the department; approval of both the faculty member directing the project and the Department Chairperson required
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CHN 131 - Elementary Chinese I Three Credits
Fall Semester
An introduction to modern standard Chinese commonly referred to as Mandarin. Focus of the course is on basic listening, speaking, reading and writing skills and Pinyin (spelling the sound) system. Students will learn common vocabulary, simple sentence structures and everyday conversational Chinese. Both simplified and traditional character formations will be introduced but the writing will emphasize the simplified form. Chinese culture, customs and history will be incorporated into the course curriculum.
Course may be applied to the Asian Studies minor.
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CHN 132 - Elementary Chinese II Three Credits
Spring Semester
This course is a continuation of .
Prerequisite(s): CHN 131 or equivalent.
Course may be applied to the Asian Studies minor.
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CHN 231 - Intermediate Chinese I Three Credits
Fall Semester
In both semesters of the intermediate course, students expand their previous ability in their foreign language and develop the ability to: when speaking, use strings of related sentences; when listening, understand most spoken language when the message is deliberately and carefully conveyed by a speaker accustomed to dealing with learners; when writing, create simple paragraphs; when reading, acquire knowledge and new information from comprehensive authentic text. The course integrates history and culture, as well as contemporary events and issues.
Prerequisite(s): CHN 132 or equivalent.
Course may be applied to the Asian Studies program.
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CHN 232 - Intermediate Chinese II Three Credits
Spring Semester
This course is a continuation of .
Prerequisite(s): CHN 231 or equivalent.
Course may be applied to the Asian Studies program.
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CHN 331 - Advanced Chinese I Three Credits
Fall Semester
In both semesters of Advanced Chinese, students build upon their previous ability and develop the ability to: speak simple dialogue of paragraph length; understand more authentic speech; write a series of coherent paragraphs; read authentic text to acquire information. The course integrates history and culture, as well as contemporary events and issues.
Prerequisite(s): CHN 232 or equivalent.
Course may be applied to the Asian Studies program.
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CHN 332 - Advanced Chinese II Three Credits
Spring Semester
This course is a continuation of .
Prerequisite(s): CHN 331 or equivalent.
Course may be applied to the Asian Studies program.
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CHN 333 - Chinese TV Series Three Credits
Spring Semester
Study of contemporary Chinese TV Series with an emphasis on conversation, culture and language proficiency. The class will view and discuss TV episodes. Students will study the corresponding scripts, related grammar and vocabulary. Completion of written and oral assignments is also required.
Prerequisite(s): or equivalent.
Course may be applied to the Asian Studies program.
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CHN 490 - Directed Study: Topics in Chinese One to Four Credits
As Needed
Opportunity for upper-level students to do an advanced research project or investigation in a Chinese field of special interest not covered by a normally-scheduled course. The student and a full-time faculty member familiar with the student’s area of interest agree on a plan of study and research and on evaluation methods.
Prerequisite(s): Students must complete the online Directed Study and Independent Research Application process and obtain the signatures of the faculty member and the Department Chair.
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Communication |
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COM 103 - Public Speaking Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Theory and practice of communicating in one-to- many situations. Students research, organize, and deliver several types of speeches, as well as critique various forms of public communication.
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COM 105 - Interpersonal Communication Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
The basic elements of interpersonal communication, with special emphasis on developing knowledge and skills applicable to face-to-face interactions between individuals. The class facilitates an exploration of verbal and nonverbal communication.
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COM 107 - Mediated Communication Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
An overview of the history, structure, performance, content, effects and future of the mass media, including issues of media ownership, regulation, and the importance of advertising.
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COM 110 - Navigating the Media Landscape (First-Year Seminar) Four Credits
Fall Semester
This course will provide an overview of the history, structure, performance, content, effects, and future of mediated communication, including issues of media ownership, regulation, and media literacy. As a first-year writing-intensive seminar, students will engage in frequent writing assignments, rigorous analysis of texts, critical thinking, and information literacy.
Prerequisite(s): Open to First-Year Students only
Is the equivalent to .
Fulfills the First-Year Seminar requirement.
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COM 201 - Business and Professional Communication Three Credits
Offered Summer and Wintersession
Advanced study and practice in specialized audience analyses, conference procedures, group problem solving, interviewing techniques, and professional presentations.
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COM 203 - Studies in Persuasion Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Analysis of social aspects of persuasion, cultural basis for belief and theories of attitude change. Examination of reasoning and rhetoric in advertising, political campaigns, and social movements.
Course may be applied to the American Studies program.
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COM 207 - Media Criticism Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Survey of internal and external constraints in production of mediated messages. Analysis of news, advertising, and entertainment processes and products.
Prerequisite(s): COM 107 .
Course may be applied to the American Studies program.
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COM 220 - Understanding Film Three Credits
Spring Semester
Introduction to film analysis through the study of a variety of film texts, with an emphasis on film form, and how the various components of filmmaking, including elements of mise-en-scene, cinematography, editing, sound and music, and narrative structure function within that system.
Course may be applied to the American Studies & Cinema Studies program.
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COM 310 - Organizational Communication Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Principles of communication in business and nonprofit organizations. Topics include communication theories, leadership and motivation, superior-subordinate communication, organizational culture, networks, and conflict management.
Prerequisite(s): COM 105 .
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COM 311 - Public Relations I: Principles Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Theoretical and practical. Written and visual materials for a variety of organizational goals. Tools of communication, public relations – law and ethics, problem solving, persuasion and public opinion, media relations.
Prerequisite(s): COM 203 or COM 310 or BUS 333 or BUS 340 .
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COM 312 - Public Relations II: Practices Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Practice of public relations in several typical environments: public agencies, corporations and the like; case study method.
Prerequisite(s): COM 311 or
Course may be applied to the American Studies & Gender & Sexuality Studies program.
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COM 313 - Gender and Communication Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Examines the impact of gender on the communication process. Topics discussed within a variety of contexts.
Course may be applied to the American Studies and Gender & Sexuality Studies program.
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COM 314 - Media Industries Three Credits
Wintersession (For Students Participating in the LA Program)
Advanced survey of media organization operation, including ownership, personnel, programming, and audience research.
Prerequisite(s): COM 107 .
Only open to students participating in the Los Angeles program.
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COM 315 - Intercultural Communication Three Credits
Fall Semester
Examines the role of communication in the creation and transmission of cultural knowledge and practice. Discusses the impact of communication differences in cross cultural contexts.
Prerequisite(s): COM 105 .
Course may be applied to the Asian Studies minor & Middle Eastern Studies minor.
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COM 316 - Family Communication Three Credits
Spring Semester (Not Offered Spring 2017)
This course is designed as an introduction to communication phenomena in the setting of the family. The overall goal is help you understand how, through communication, we develop, maintain, enhance, or disturb family relationships.
Prerequisite(s): COM 105
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COM 318 - Persuasion and Social Movements Three Credits
Not Offered 2016-2017
Role of discourse in the life cycle of social movements. Rhetorical analysis of stages of movement development. Examination of theory and research.
Prerequisite(s): COM 203 .
Course may be applied to the American Studies program.
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COM 319 - Political Communication Three Credits
Alternate Years Fall 2016, 2018
Examines nature and impact of diverse communication strategies in political contexts, such as congressional and presidential campaigns and legislative discussion of social issues.
Prerequisite(s): COM 203 .
Course may be applied to the American Studies program.
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COM 321 - Topics in Film Genres Three Credits
Fall Semester
A survey of one or more film genres. The topics of the course may vary.
Course may be taken twice, but Communication students may only count one toward the major or minor.
Course may be applied to the Cinema Studies minor.
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COM 322 - Communication Research Methods Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Introduction to basic techniques for investigating common communication problems. Topics include focus group interviews, questionnaire design, critical methodology, content analysis, and other basic data collection methods used in communication organizations. Designed for Communication majors seeking a research course which emphasizes practical applications.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.
Course may be applied to the Data Science program.
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COM 323 - Topics in Film Three Credits
Spring Semester
The topics of this seminar vary, but include a critical analysis of film-related subject matter.
Course may be taken twice, but Communication students may only count one toward the major or minor.
Course may be applied to the American Studies and Gender & Sexuality Studies (depending on topic) programs as well as the Cinema Studies minor.
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COM 325 - Leadership and Communication Three Credits
Fall Semester
Examination of leadership theories and diverse styles of leading within various contexts. In particular, this course will explore the vital role of communication processes in relation to leadership effectiveness. This course will also give students the opportunity to reflexively examine their own styles of leadership as well as identify areas for continued improvement.
Prerequisite(s): COM 103 and COM 105 .
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COM 333 - Topics in Mediated Communication Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
The topics of this seminar vary according to student’s needs and interests.
Prerequisite(s): COM 107
Course may be taken three times.
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COM 412 - Advanced Interpersonal Communication Three Credits
Not Offered 2016-2017
Examines major theories and research in interpersonal communication, including advanced investigation of concepts introduced in CO 105. Topics include theories of relationship development and decline, marriage and family communication, and communicative competence.
Prerequisite(s): COM 105 .
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COM 414 - Special Topics in Communication Three Credits
Offered Periodically
The topics of this seminar vary according to student needs and interests. Course may be taken three times.
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COM 417 - Communication Theory Four Credits
Spring Semester
An advanced survey of major communication theories. Focus on how communication theories are built and tested and how different theories are related. Includes theories from interpersonal, organizational, persuasion, and other communication areas.
Prerequisite(s): COM 322 and Senior standing. Instructor consent required for Juniors.
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COM 418 - Rhetorical Theory Three Credits
Fall Semester
A consideration of the intellectual tradition of rhetoric from a theoretical and critical perspective. Ideas from the classical, modern, and contemporary periods are examined.
Prerequisite(s): COM 203 , COM 322 and Senior standing. Instructor consent required for Juniors.
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COM 419 - Mediated Communication Theory Four Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Survey of development of mediated communication theory and research. Discussion of production, mediation, reception, and effects theories. Students will take part in an extensive community-based learning project at an after-school program.
Prerequisite(s): COM 207 and COM 322 and Senior standing. Instructor consent required for Juniors.
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COM 441 - Rhetorical Criticism (WID) Four Credits
Spring Semester
This course will focus on enhancing students’ abilities to critically analyze and respond to public messages found in political speaking, public advocacy, popular culture and media narratives. Students will learn and apply effective writing techniques throughout the term, resulting in a final critical essay.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of the First-Year Seminar requirement.
Fulfills the Writing-in-the-Disciplines requirement. (This is a particularly good option for students in Communication, Creative Writing, and Journalism.)
May not receive credit for both WRI 441 and COM 441.
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COM 452 - Communication Honors Thesis Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
In consultation with a faculty member, students in the Department of Communication Honors Program conduct original research on a topic related to their emphasis in communication. Students must begin their research no later than one semester prior to the semester in which they plan to graduate. An official copy of the thesis will remain on file with the Department and with the college archives.
Prerequisite(s): COM 322 and open to Junior and Senior Communication Majors in the Department of Communication Honors Program. Permission of Instructor.
May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
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COM 475 - Internship in Communication Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Experience in various professional fields related to the Communication discipline complementary to the work done in courses.
Prerequisite(s): COM 107 , COM 203 , COM 310 , or COM 311 , minimum of 3.00 GPA and permission of Internship Coordinator.
Must complete the “U.S. Internship Request for Approval” process found under the myPlans tab in myHill to register for this Internship.
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COM 490 - Directed Study Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Opportunity for upper-level students to do an advanced research project or investigation in a field of special interest not covered by a normally-scheduled course. Student and a full-time faculty member familiar with the student’s area of interest agree on a plan of study and research and on evaluation methods.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of both the faculty member directing the project and the Department Chairperson required.
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CSC 090 - Healthy Computer Use for Computer Science One Credit
Not Offered 2016-2017
Healthy computer use for computer scientists using the Alexander Technique. Survey medical literature related to computer use and musculoskeletal disorders. Pathomechanics of the human-computer interface. Ergonomic conditioning, physical conditioning, mental conditioning and work conditioning. Based on the Alexander Technique: a way of uncovering and correcting mental and physical habits that lead to musculoskeletal injury.
Prerequisite(s): Open to Computer Science or Computer Engineering majors. Open to other majors with permission of the instructor.
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CSC 101 - From Gutenberg to Berners-Lee Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
This course explores the history of information technology and its impact on our society. It provides students with the background to understand these changes and the tools they need to manage them, as well as a strong foundation in research, critical thinking, and oral and written communication skills.
Prerequisite(s): No prerequisites.
Fulfills the Natural Scientific Inquiry requirement.
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CSC 102 - Introduction to Programming Three Credits
Spring Semester
An introduction to computers, programming and problem solving using a modern programming language such as Python, Java, or Visual Basic.
Fulfills the Natural Scientific Inquiry requirement.
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CSC 103 - Computer Science I Four Credits
Fall Semester
An introduction to programming and problem solving using Java. Topics include: Input and Output; Selection; Repetition; Methods; Recursion; Arrays; Classes and Objects.
Course may be applied to the Data Science program.
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CSC 104 - Computer Science II Four Credits
Spring Semester
Inheritance; Polymorphism; Exceptions; Stream IO; Elementary Data Structures; Graphics; Event Driven Programming.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 103 .
Course may be applied to the Data Science program.
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CSC 195 - How Computers Work Three Credits
Spring Semester
An exploration of how computers work: what goes on inside the computer (hardware), how to program computers (software), the Internet and communication revolution, artificial intelligence, and the limits of computation.
Fulfills the Natural Scientific Inquiry requirement.
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CSC 201 - Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science I Three Credits
Fall Semester
Discrete mathematical models for applications in computer science. Mathematical induction, graphs, trees, sets, equivalence relations, functions, and partially ordered sets. Asymptotic complexity, Big-O, and Big Omega, recursion and recurrence equations, finite and infinite sums. Predicate logic and first order logic. Basic counting methods, simple combinatorics. Probability and Markov Chains. Linear algebra, applications of linear algebra in computer science.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 126 , CSC 104 .
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CSC 202 - Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science II Three Credits
Spring Semester
Discrete mathematical models for applications in computer science. Mathematical induction, graphs, trees, sets, equivalence relations, functions, and partially ordered sets. Asymptotic complexity, Big-O, and Big Omega, recursion and recurrence equations, finite and infinite sums. Predicate logic and first order logic. Basic counting methods, simple combinatorics. Probability and Markov Chains. Linear algebra, applications of linear algebra in computer science.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 126 , CSC 104 .
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CSC 211 - Data Structures Three Credits
Fall Semester
The fundamental methods used to organize data in computer algorithms: stacks, queues, linked lists, trees, graphs, searching, and sorting. Design and analysis of algorithms.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 104 .
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CSC 221 - Computer Logic and Organization Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2017, 2019
The basics of digital logic design. Binary representation of information, Boolean algebra, truth tables, combinatorial logic, Karnaugh maps, memory elements, flip flops, latches, registers, RAM and variations. ALU’s, control logic, and finite state machines. The design of a simple computer. Gates and their implementation with transistors and integrated circuits.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 103 .
Course may be applied to the Management of Information Systems program.
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CSC 304 - Computer Architecture Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2018, 2020
The basics of computer organization, architecture and assembly language. Instructions sets, address modes, and the run/time stack are explored by programming on a RISC machine. CPU and ALU design, performance analysis, pipelining, cache, virtual memory is examined. Trade-offs between RISC, CISC and advanced architectures is discussed. Assumes basic knowledge of digital logic.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 221 .
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CSC 311 - Algorithms and Complexity Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2017, 2019
Basic algorithm techniques: recursion, dynamic programming, greedy method branch and bound. Analysis of algorithms: recurrence equations, NP-completeness, asymptotic complexity. Applications include graph and combinatorial algorithms.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 201 and (CSC 211 with a grade of C- or better).
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CSC 312 - Compiler Design Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2017, 2019
Finite automata and lexical analysis, context free grammars, top-down and bottom-up parsing, syntax directed translation, symbol table techniques, runtime storage administration, code generation, optimization.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 211 (with a grade of C- or better).
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CSC 314 - Operating Systems Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2016, 2018
Process management, concurrency, virtual storage organization, processor management, auxiliary storage management, operating system performance.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 211 (with a grade of C- or better).
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CSC 323 - Programming Languages Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2017, 2019
Formal language concepts including syntax and basic characteristics of grammars. Control structures, data flow, run-time considerations. Scripting, Functional, and Logic languages.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 211 (with a grade of C- or better).
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CSC 324 - Web Programming Three Credits
Spring Semester
Programming for the world wide web. Design patterns. Presentation Layer: XHTML, CSS, Javascript. Processing Layer: XSLT, Servlet Frameworks. Data Layer: XML, Document Object Model.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 211 (with a grade of C- or better).
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CSC 325 - Database Management Systems Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2017, 2019
Data Modeling using the Entity-Relationship approach. The Relational Model and Relational Algebra. SQL. Functional dependencies and normalization. Database design Process. Record storage and primary file organization. Index structures for files. Concurrency control techniques.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 211 (with a grade of C- or better).
Course may be applied to the Data Science and Management of Information Systems programs.
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CSC 382 - Artificial Intelligence Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2017, 2019
Introduction to artificial intelligence. Knowledge representation. Natural language processing. Deduction and inference. Expert systems. Computer vision. Robotics. Programming in LISP, PROLOG, or another AI language.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 211 (with a grade of C- or better).
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CSC 384 - Theory of Computation Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2016, 2018
Introduction to the general theory of computation. Formal grammars: regular, context-free, and context-sensitive languages. Formal automata: finite-state and pushdown models. Decidability. Turing Machines. The Chomsky hierarchy. NP-Completeness and Complexity Theory.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 201 .
Cross-listed with MTH 384 .
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CSC 390 - Computer Networks Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2018, 2020
Computer Networks: Data communication system components, network architecture, layered protocols, traffic analysis, and capacity planning.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 211 (with a grade of C- or better).
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CSC 393 - Numerical Analysis Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2018, 2020
For description and semester schedule, see MTH 393 .
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CSC 399 - Topics in Computer Science Three Credits
Spring Semester
An advanced topic in an area of current interest in computer science.
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CSC 400 - Capstone: Software Engineering (WID) Four Credits
Spring Semester
Large-scale software project involving teamwork, written reports and oral presentations.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing in Computer Science.
Fulfills the Writing-in-the-Disciplines requirement.
Fulfills the Capstone requirement for Computer Science.
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CSC 450 - Computer Science Honors Thesis Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
For fourth-year students in the Computer Science Honors Program. Students are required to consult with a faculty member regarding a suitable thesis topic. The final project is judged by a panel of three faculty members. The project may be completed either in one or two semesters.
Prerequisite(s): A grade-point average of 3.5 in all Computer Science courses.
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CSC 475 - Internship in Computer Science Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Opportunity for qualified students to work in the computer industry under professional supervision.
Must complete the “U.S. Internship Request for Approval” process found under the myPlans tab in myHill to register for this Internship.
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CSC 490 - Directed Study Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Opportunity for upper level students to do advanced work in a specialized area of computer science.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of faculty member directing the project and the Department Chairperson required.
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CRM 120 - Critical Introduction to Criminal Justice Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
An introduction to the major institutions of criminal justice from a social scientific perspective. Examines the structure and operation of police, courts, and corrections. Theories and concepts of sociology and other disciplines will be used to describe the workings of the criminal justice system and raise questions for critical analysis.
Fulfills the Social Scientific Inquiry requirement.
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CRM 201 - Criminology Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
This course provides a broad overview of sociological and interdisciplinary theories of criminal behavior and social control. Students learn how to analyze theories and research on crime for the purpose of advancing theory as well as developing policies for crime prevention and control. Not open to first-year students in their first semester.
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CRM 204 - Sociology of the Prison Three Credits
Spring Semester
Particular stress is placed on basic structure of American prisons - their purposes and their effects. Focal questions include: Who goes to prison? What happens to those imprisoned? What happens to those released from prison? Prison policy development and implementation with regards to current criminological theory and research and current public opinion are discussed as a central concluding theme.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 .
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CRM 208 - Sex Offenders: Patterns and Behaviors Three Credits
Not Offered 2016-2017
This course examines theories and research on sexual assault and sex offenders, evaluates the effectiveness of assessment and treatment practices, and explores supervision/legal strategies designed to prevent recidivism of sex offenders.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 201
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CRM 224 - Juvenile Delinquency Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
An examination of juvenile delinquency in American society. Topics included are the historical background and “invention” of delinquency, cross-cultural definitions of delinquency, theories of delinquency, social class differences, and the juvenile court system. The course critically examines the social, health, and mental health services which have been utilized by this society in attempts to prevent or “treat” delinquent behavior.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 .
Course may be applied to the American Studies program.
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CRM 273 - Crime and Mental Illness Three Credits
Not Offered 2016-2017
The course examines crime and mental illness, including social-psychological theories of crime; co-occurring psychological disorders; problem-solving courts (drug treatment, mental health, and re-entry) comprising the emerging field of “therapeutic jurisprudence”; and mentally ill offenders in prison and community settings. Sociological issues of gender, class and race will be discussed wherever relevant.
Prerequisite(s): .
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CRM 295 - Topics in Criminology Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semester
Examines topics of current interest in criminology, including the etiology and characteristics of specific categories of crime. The specific content focuses on timely, cutting edge research and case studies that are of academic importance. Content varies as topics evolve.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 .
Course may be taken twice as long as topics differ.
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CRM 303 - Procedural Criminal Law Three Credits
Fall Semester
Due process of law; arrest; search and seizure; electronic surveillance; entrapment, right to counsel; privilege against self-incrimination; plea bargaining; double jeopardy.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 .
This course is the equivalent of .
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CRM 304 - Victims of Crime Three Credits
Fall Semester
Involves the study of crime victims and their experiences with the Criminal Justice System. Will focus on the dynamics of intimate partner violence and its history as a social problem. A substantial portion of the course will focus on the mechanics of the courtroom as they relate to crime victims.
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CRM 305 - Substantive Criminal Law Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Principles of criminal liability, defenses to crime, the insanity defense, crimes against property, crimes against the habituation, crimes against the person, and the justification for punishment.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 .
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CRM 307 - Mechanics of the Courtroom Three Credits
Spring Semester
Preparation of witnesses; examination of legal techniques of discrediting and impeachment of witnesses; scope of direct and cross-examination; rules of evidence; burden of proof and burden of persuasion; ethical responsibilities of prosecution and defense; division of responsibility between judge and jury.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 . ( is recommended).
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CRM 309 - The Jury System Three Credits
Spring Semester
The course would be designed to provide students with a foundation of knowledge about the participants, current issues and rules of procedure, evidence and law which govern jury trials. After examining the historical and contemporary role of the jury system and comparing alternative foreign justice systems, the focus would be on the importance of the jury in the justice system.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201
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CRM 310 - Research Methods for Criminology (WID) Four Credits
Fall Semester
This course examines research methods for criminology, starting with theoretical concepts, ethics, and the literature review, moving to sampling, measurement, and various quantitative and qualitative research methods.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 and open to junior and senior Criminology or Sociology majors.
Fulfills the Writing-in-the-Disciplines requirement. Course may be applied to the Data Science program.
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CRM 311 - Statistical Analysis in Criminology Three Credits
Spring Semester
An introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics as applied to the field of criminology. Topics include: measures of distribution, frequency, cross-tabulation, and analysis of variance and correlation. The course will also cover creating variable lists, data coding, creating databases for criminal justice agencies, analyzing the data using a variety of software packages, and presenting the data in narrative and graphic formats. Students will learn how to use Microsoft ACCESS to create databases, the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences to analyze data, and Microsoft PowerPoint for statistical presentations.
Prerequisite(s): or .
Fulfills the Statistical Reasoning requirement.
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CRM 314 - Practicum: Victims in the Courtroom Three Credits
Spring Semester
A select group of students will have the opportunity to go to court on a weekly basis. Under the supervision of the instructor, the students will assist victims of crimes through the judicial process. Duties will include: restraining order applications; preparation of victim impact statements; and appearing before the judge.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 304 and permission of instructor.
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CRM 318 - Federal Criminal Process Three Credits
Fall Semester
This course examines federal authority and responsibility for criminal acts, including constitutional issues, federal statutes (RICO, money laundering, tax offenses, domestic terrorism, public corruption), federal enforcement agencies, criminal procedure, federal grand jury, and Federal Sentencing Guidelines. Unique tools available to federal law enforcement agencies and prosecutors – asset forfeiture, electronic interception, the Patriot Act – will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 .
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CRM 322 - Violent Crime and Federal Initiatives Three Credits
Not Offered 2016-2017
This course examines current patterns of violent crime in the US, such as gang violence and spousal abuse, and the role of federal criminal justice agencies in designing and implementing agency partnership models to reduce crime in local communities.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 .
Course may be applied to the American Studies program.
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CRM 324 - Alternative Resolutions in Criminal Justice Three Credits
Not Offered 2016-2017
Mediation is an effective method of reducing or resolving conflict between disputing parties. Its use is widespread: in government (courts, international diplomacy); as a professional service for businesses and families; in schools; and in community crime prevention where gangs are prevalent. Techniques of mediation are learned through reading, demonstration, and role-play.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 .
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CRM 333 - The Accused Three Credits
Not Offered 2016-2017
This course contemplates the criminal justice system (primarily in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts) from the perspective of the defendant and his counsel and from arrest to post-trial in misdemeanor and felony court. Beginning with the attorney-client relationship and continuing throughout criminal proceedings, defendants and defense counsel face challenges distinct from law enforcement and prosecutors. The course examines the unique challenges that the accused, whether guilty or not, encounter in the modern criminal justice system.
Prerequisite(s): or .
This course is the equivalent of .
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CRM 335 - Spatial Crime Analysis Three Credits
Not Offered 2016-2017
Introduces a variety of methods and techniques for the visualization, exploration, and modeling of crime data using geographic mapping. Emphasis on mapping real life crime data and exploring mapping technology as a strategic planning tool for law enforcement agencies. The main objectives are to teach students the basic concepts of geographic mapping and its use by a variety of criminal justice agencies using ArcView Mapping software.
Prerequisite(s): or .
Course may be applied to the Data Science program.
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CRM 353 - Ethics, Values, and Diversity in Criminal Justice Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semester
It has been said that criminal justice is an infant discipline compared to most. Perhaps, according to the author of ethics in criminal justice, Sam Souryal, this explains why we tend to be more concerned about crime rather than justice, and process rather than philosophy. This course will examine the roles of ethics, value and diversity in all areas of our criminal justice system today. We will explore the major issues involved in establishing, implementing, and maintaining the highest standards of excellence, values and ethical behavior for professionals in our field. We will identify the major challenges the system is facing as it deals with an increasingly diverse society, exploring such issues as profiling, hate crimes, women in criminal justice, etc. We will identify the elements involved in making ethical decisions as provided by some of the earlier philosophers e.g. Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, etc. Leading to the principle of “Summum Bonum.” We will utilize this process in reasoning through numerous ethical scenarios we face daily in our criminal justice system. Finally, we will discuss the importance of leadership during these critical times, building the ideal environment, understanding diversity and temperament, and managing the various power bases that left unchecked may negatively impact our goals relative to ethic, values and diversity.
Prerequisite(s): or .
Course fulfills the Moral Inquiry Requirement.
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CRM 355 - Global Crime Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2016, 2018
This course provides a foundation for understanding causation, victimization, and control problems of various forms of transnational and international crimes. To understand the context for these crimes the course begins with an introduction to globalization and its effects on society, people, and crime. The second part of the course examines the nature and manifestations of various forms of global crimes ranging from genocide to human trafficking, organized crime, and corporate deviance.
Prerequisite(s): or .
Fulfills the Moral Inquiry requirement. Course may be applied to the Anthropology and Asian Studies minors.
Students registered for this course are eligible to apply for the Learning Inside Out (LION) international internship and professional development program. Please contact Professor Anamika Twyman-Ghoshal for details.
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CRM 400 - Seminar: Writing for Criminology (WID) Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
This course examines central themes and issues in the field of Criminology, with content varying depending on the faculty leading the seminar. All courses will be writing-intensive, considering different genres of disciplinary writing and diverse potential audiences. Students will write in various styles and refine their writing.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 201 and one additional Criminology (CRM) course.
Course may be taken twice as long as the topics differ.
Fulfills the Writing-in-the-Disciplines and the Seminars in Criminology requirements.
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CRM 409 - Seminar: Deviance and Control Three Credits
Not Offered 2016-2017
Examines the concept of deviance in society and its implications for the study of contemporary behavior. The first half of the semester focuses on the competing perspectives on deviant behavior and implications. The second half examines how individual and organizational deviance is defined, reacted to, and managed.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 201 and one additional CRM course.
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CRM 410 - Seminar: Juvenile Justice Three Credits
Not Offered 2016-2017
This course examines promising strategies, primarily in the private sector, for handling juvenile offenders. Students directly observe programs and work with program managers to develop plans to expand community-based and private-sector support. Presentation, advocacy, and networking skills are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 224 and one additional CRM course.
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CRM 411 - Seminar: Police and Society Three Credits
Not Offered 2016-2017
Police discretion and values. Affirmative action, hiring, training, police organization, police and the community. Research and evaluation in criminology.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 201 and one additional CRM course.
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CRM 412 - Seminar: Punishment and Public Policy Three Credits
Spring Semester
Seminar will focus on the development of punishment policy, judicial discretion, and the sanctioning process. It will trace the history of punishment in the US; compare our policies with those of other countries; and examine the impact of punitive society. Students will study death penalty policy, considering its morality, implementation, and impact.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 201 and one additional CRM course.
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CRM 430 - Seminar: Race, Class and Gender in the Criminal Justice System Three Credits
Not Offered 2016-2017
A comparative examination of women and minorities in the criminal justice system. Topics include: women and minority offenders; women and minority victims; women and minorities at different stages of the criminal justice process (police, courts, and corrections); women and minorities employed within the system; and societal attitudes toward women and minorities involved in the system.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 201 and one additional CRM course.
Course may be applied to the American Studies and Gender & Sexuality Studies program.
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CRM 432 - Seminar: At-Risk Families and Youths Three Credits
Not Offered 2016-2017
This course examines characteristics of the growing numbers of families and youths on the “fault line” of present-day society in the United States. Causes and solutions that have been proposed to understand, control, and redress problems of at-risk families and youths are discussed. Topics include social stratification, victimization, crime prevention, innovative school programs, and other social intervention programs.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 224 and one additional CRM course.
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CRM 440 - Seminar: White Collar Crime Three Credits
Fall Semester
The course focuses on crimes committed by persons of respectability and high social status as opposed to traditional “street crimes” normally spotlighted in criminal justice courses. Such crimes include: restraint of trade, misrepresentation in advertising, infringement of patents and copyrights, unfair labor practices, financial fraud, and violations of trust. The extent, societal costs, and enforcement practices of such crimes are evaluated. Implications for prevention and for the punishment of offenders are presented for class discussion. The case method is used as the basis of class structure.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 201 and one additional CRM course.
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