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CHM 432 - Advanced Topics in Analytical Chemistry Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2019, 2021
This course provides in-depth coverage of advanced analytical chemical topics, expanding upon the fundamentals of analytical chemistry learned in . The specific content focuses on recent advances in the subject as they relate to a variety of different topics. Examples from current chemical literature will be used throughout. This course is an advanced chemistry elective for chemistry and biochemistry.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): CHM 331 .
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CHM 435 - Advanced Topics in Organic Chemistry Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2020, 2022
This course provides in-depth coverage of advanced organic chemical topics, expanding upon the fundamentals of organic chemistry learned in CHM 222. The specific content focuses on recent advances in the subject as they relate to a variety of different topics. Examples from current chemical literature will be used throughout. This course is an advanced chemistry elective for chemistry and biochemistry.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): , and or .
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CHM 441 - Advanced Chemistry Laboratory - Fall (WID) Four Credits
Fall Semester
Complementary in content to the Advanced Chemistry Laboratory - Spring (CHM 442). Modern chemistry techniques, methods, and instrumentation will be applied to experiments integrating material from organic, inorganic, analytical, and physical chemistry. The course will serve to merge concepts from each discipline and to develop self-guided inquiry. Advanced instrumentation to produce useful data and subsequent interpretation of data is emphasized.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): and .
General Education Attribute(s): Writing-in-the-Disciplines
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CHM 442 - Advanced Chemistry Laboratory - Spring Four Credits
Spring Semester
Complementary in content to the Advanced Chemistry Laboratory - Fall ( ). Modern chemistry techniques, methods, and instrumentation will be applied to experiments integrating material from organic, inorganic, analytical, and physical chemistry. The course will serve to merge concepts from each discipline and to develop self-guided inquiry. Advanced instrumentation to produce useful data and subsequent interpretation of data is emphasized.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): , and .
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CHM 443 - Advanced Topics in Physical Chemistry Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2021, 2023
This course covers current, cutting edge topics in the field of physical chemistry. Students apply and expand their knowledge of thermodynamics and kinetics to explore applications like technology and biochemistry. Examples from the latest papers in the chemical literature are used throughout the course.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): CHM 333
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CHM 444 - Advanced Topics in Inorganic Chemistry Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2020, 2022
This course builds upon the fundamentals of inorganic chemistry learned in CHM 244 and also includes recent advances in the field. Topics include: symmetry, group theory, molecular orbital’s, frontier orbital’s, ligand field compounds, organimetallic reactions and catalysis, bioinorganic and environmental chemistry.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): CHM 244 .
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CHM 447 - Junior Fall Chemistry Seminar Zero Credits
Fall Semester
Third-year Chemistry majors meet with Chemistry and Biochemistry faculty once a week for both internal and external seminars. Each student is required to prepare and present a half-hour seminar on a topic of his/her choice found in a current professional journal. All students are expected to attend and provide professional evaluations of other students’ seminar presentations.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): Junior Chemistry majors only.
Note: Students will earn four credits in the second semester senior year upon completion of CHM 447, , , and .
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CHM 448 - Junior Spring Chemistry Seminar Zero Credits
Spring Semester
All third-year Chemistry majors meet with Chemistry and Biochemistry faculty once a week for both internal and external seminar presentations.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): .
Note: Students will earn four credits in the second semester senior year upon successful completion of , CHM 448, , and .
Students in the Notre Dame dual-degree program in Chemical Engineering will only take CHM 447 and CHM 448 and will earn one credit for CHM 448.
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CHM 449 - Senior Fall Chemistry Seminar Zero Credits
Fall Semester
All fourth-year Chemistry majors meet with Chemistry and Biochemistry faculty once a week for both internal and external seminar presentations. Each student is required to prepare and present a half-hour seminar on a topic of his/her choice found in a current professional journal. During the fall semester of the fourth year, each student will be expected to start writing a thesis. Preferably this thesis will cover experimental or theoretical research the student has actually done.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): .
Note: Students will earn four credits in the second semester senior year upon successful completion of , , CHM 449, and .
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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)/Restriction(s): .
Note: 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.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): Must complete the “U.S. Internship Request for Approval” process found under the myPlans tab in myHill to register for this Internship.
Note: An Intern will typically spend at least 8-10 hours/week for a minimum of 112 hours on site to earn 3 credits.
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CHM 490 - Directed Study - Chemistry One to Four Credits
Offered as Needed
Opportunity for upper level students to do advanced work in a specialized area of chemistry.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): Approval of a faculty member willing to supervise the project and the Department Chair or Program Director; and submission of the online Directed Study Application and Contract to the Registrar’s Office.
Note: Students must complete 45 hours work/semester per credit.
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CHM 496 - Independent Chemistry Research One to Four Credits
Offered as Needed
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.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): Approval of a faculty member willing to supervise the research and the Department Chair or Program Director; and submission of the online Independent Research Application and Contract to the Registrar’s Office.
Note: Students must complete 45 hours work/semester per credit. Independent Research must be taken for three credits to count as a course towards the major. May be taken more than once.
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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)/Restriction(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 Applies to: Asian Studies
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CHN 132 - Elementary Chinese II Three Credits
Spring Semester
This course is a continuation of .
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): CHN 131 or equivalent.
Course Applies to: Asian Studies
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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)/Restriction(s): CHN 132 or equivalent.
Course Applies to: Asian Studies
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CHN 232 - Intermediate Chinese II Three Credits
Spring Semester
This course is a continuation of .
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): CHN 231 or equivalent.
Course Applies to: Asian Studies
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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)/Restriction(s): CHN 232 or equivalent.
Course Applies to: Asian Studies
Note:
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CHN 332 - Advanced Chinese II Three Credits
Spring Semester
This course is a continuation of .
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): CHN 331 or equivalent.
Course Applies to: Asian Studies
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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)/Restriction(s): or equivalent.
Course Applies to: Asian Studies
Note:
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CHN 334 - Chinese Conversation and Composition Three Credits
Not Offered 2019-2020
This course is designed to strengthen speaking and writing skills. Students will work independently or with others to write short skits and rehearse them in class. Topics will be related to issues in daily life, such as friendships, school life, dating, shopping, dining, traveling, etc.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): CHN 232 or higher.
Course Applies to: Asian Studies
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CHN 490 - Directed Study: Topics in Chinese One to Four Credits
Offered 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)/Restriction(s): Approval of a faculty member willing to supervise the project and the Department Chair or Program Director; and submission of the online Directed Study Application and Contract to the Registrar’s Office.
Note: Students must complete 45 hours work/semester per credit.
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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 - Introduction to Media Studies 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.
Course Applies to: Visual Studies
Note: Equivalent to COM 110 . May not take both.
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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)/Restriction(s): Open to First-Year Students only
General Education Attribute(s): First-Year Seminar
Course Applies to: Visual Studies
Note: Equivalent to COM 107 . May not take both.
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COM 201 - Business and Professional Communication Three Credits
Offered Periodically
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 and theoretical aspects of persuasion, development of attitudes, beliefs and attitude change in contexts such as advertising, marketing, and social media.
Course Applies to: American Studies
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COM 206 - Introductory Statistics for Communication Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semester
Examines statistical techniques used in social science research. Topics include: types and importance of variables; descriptive and inferential statistics; sampling; correlational and causal relationships; hypothesis construction and testing through various statistical measures.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): COM 105 or COM 107 or COM 110 .
General Education Attribute(s): Statistical Reasoning
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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)/Restriction(s): COM 107 .
Course Applies to: American Studies, Visual Studies
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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 Applies to: American Studies, Cinema Studies
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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)/Restriction(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)/Restriction(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)/Restriction(s): COM 311 or
Course Applies to: American Studies, Gender & Sexuality Studies
Note:
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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 Applies to: American Studies, Gender & Sexuality Studies
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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)/Restriction(s): COM 107 .
Note: 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)/Restriction(s): COM 105 .
Course Applies to: Asian Studies, Middle Eastern Studies
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COM 316 - Family Communication Three Credits
Spring Semester
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)/Restriction(s): COM 105
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COM 318 - Persuasion and Social Movements Three Credits
Fall Semester
Role of discourse in the life cycle of social movements. Rhetorical analysis of stages of movement development. Examination of theory and research.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): COM 203 .
Course Applies to: American Studies
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COM 319 - Political Communication Three Credits
Not Offered 2018-2019
Examines nature and impact of diverse communication strategies in political contexts, such as congressional and presidential campaigns.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): COM 203 .
Course Applies to: American Studies
Note:
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COM 321 - Topics in Film Genres Three Credits
Fall Semester
A survey of one or more film genres. Topics may vary.
Course Applies to: Cinema Studies, Digital Media Production
Note: Course may be taken up to four times, but Communication students may only count one toward the major or 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)/Restriction(s): Sophomore standing.
Course Applies to: Data Analytics
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COM 323 - Topics in Film Three Credits
Fall Semester
The topics of this seminar vary, but include a critical analysis of film-related subject matter.
Course Applies to: American Studies, Cinema Studies, Digital Media Production, Gender & Sexuality Studies (depending on topic), Visual Studies (depending on topic)
Note: Course may be taken up to four times, but Communication students may only count one toward the major or 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)/Restriction(s): COM 103 and COM 105 .
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COM 333 - Topics in Media Studies Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
The topics of this seminar vary according to student’s needs and interests.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): COM 107 or COM 110 .
Note: Course may be taken three times as long as topics differ.
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COM 412 - Advanced Interpersonal Communication Three Credits
Not Offered 2018-2019
Examines major theories and research in interpersonal communication, including advanced investigation of concepts introduced in COM 105 . Topics include theories of relationship development and decline, marriage and family communication, and communicative competence.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): COM 105 .
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COM 414 - 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)/Restriction(s): COM 322 and Senior standing. Instructor consent required for Juniors.
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COM 418 - Rhetorical Theory Four 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)/Restriction(s): COM 203 , COM 322 and Senior standing. Instructor consent required for Juniors.
Note: Fulfills the Communication Studies Capstone requirement.
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COM 419 - Media Theory Four Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Survey of development of media 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)/Restriction(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
Fall 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)/Restriction(s): Completion of the First-Year Seminar requirement.
General Education Attribute(s): Writing-in-the-Disciplines (This is a particularly good option for students in Communication, Creative Writing, and Journalism.)
Note: 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)/Restriction(s): COM 322 and open to Junior and Senior Communication Majors in the Department of Communication Honors Program. Permission of Instructor.
Note: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
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COM 475 - Internship in Communication Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Practical experience in various professional fields related to the Communication discipline complementary to the work done in courses.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): COM 105 and COM 107 and (COM 203 or COM 310 ), 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.
Note: An Intern will typically spend at least 8-10 hours/week for a minimum of 112 hours on site to earn 3 credits. Communication Majors and Minors make take 3 times (max 9 credits).
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COM 490 - Directed Study - Communication One to Four Credits
Offered as Needed
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)/Restriction(s): Approval of a faculty member willing to supervise the project and the Department Chair or Program Director; and submission of the online Directed Study Application and Contract to the Registrar’s Office.
Note: Students must complete 45 hours work/semester per credit.
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CSC 090 - Healthy Computer Use for Computer Science One Credit
Not Offered 2019-2020
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)/Restriction(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.
General Education Attribute(s): Natural Scientific Inquiry
Course Applies to: Digital Humanities
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CSC 102 - Introduction to Programming Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
An introduction to computers, programming and problem solving using a modern programming language such as Python, Java, or Visual Basic.
General Education Attribute(s): Natural Scientific Inquiry
Course Applies to: Data Analytics, Digital Humanities
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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 Applies to: Data Analytics, Digital Humanities, Data Science
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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)/Restriction(s): CSC 103 .
Course Applies to: Data Analytics, Data Science, and Digital Humanities
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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.
General Education Attribute(s): Natural Scientific Inquiry
Course Applies to: Digital Humanities
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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)/Restriction(s): MTH 126 , CSC 104 .
Course Applies to: Data Science
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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)/Restriction(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)/Restriction(s): CSC 104 .
Course Applies to: Data Science, Digital Humanities
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CSC 221 - Computer Logic and Organization Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2019, 2021
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)/Restriction(s): CSC 103 .
Course Applies to: Management of Information Systems
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CSC 304 - Computer Architecture Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2020, 2022
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)/Restriction(s): CSC 221 .
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CSC 311 - Algorithms and Complexity Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2021, 2023
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)/Restriction(s): CSC 201 and (CSC 211 with a grade of C- or better).
Course Applies to: Data Science
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CSC 312 - Compiler Design Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2019, 2021
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)/Restriction(s): CSC 211 (with a grade of C- or better).
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CSC 314 - Operating Systems Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2021, 2023
Process management, concurrency, virtual storage organization, processor management, auxiliary storage management, operating system performance.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): CSC 211 (with a grade of C- or better).
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CSC 321 - Data Visualization Three Credits
Alternate Semesters: Spring 2020, 2022
An introduction to data visualization theory and techniques used for creating visual representations of large data sets.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): CSC 211 .
Course Applies to: Data Analytics, Data Science
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CSC 322 - Machine Learning Three Credits
Alternate Semesters: Fall 2019, 2021
The algorithms that enable computers to learn from experience. Supervised and unsupervised learning. Learning from Networks. Machine learning from big data.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): CSC 211 .
Course Applies to: Data Analytics, Data Science
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CSC 323 - Programming Languages Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2020, 2022
Formal language concepts including syntax and basic characteristics of grammars. Control structures, data flow, run-time considerations. Scripting, Functional, and Logic languages.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(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)/Restriction(s): CSC 211 (with a grade of C- or better).
Course Applies to: Digital Humanities
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CSC 325 - Database Management Systems Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2020, 2022
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)/Restriction(s): CSC 211 (with a grade of C- or better).
Course Applies to: Data Analytics, Data Science, Digital Humanities, and Management Information Systems
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CSC 382 - Artificial Intelligence Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2021, 2023
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)/Restriction(s): CSC 211 (with a grade of C- or better).
Course Applies to: Data Analytics, Digital Humanities
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CSC 384 - Theory of Computation Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2020, 2022
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)/Restriction(s): CSC 201 .
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CSC 390 - Computer Networks Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2019, 2021
Computer Networks: Data communication system components, network architecture, layered protocols, traffic analysis, and capacity planning.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): CSC 211 (with a grade of C- or better).
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CSC 393 - Numerical Analysis Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2021, 2023
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)/Restriction(s): Senior standing in Computer Science.
General Education Attribute(s): Capstone, Writing-in-the-Disciplines
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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)/Restriction(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 gain practical experience in the computer industry under professional supervision.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): Must complete the “U.S. Internship Request for Approval” process found under the myPlans tab in myHill to register for this Internship.
Note: An Intern will typically spend at least 8-10 hours/week for a minimum of 112 hours on site to earn 3 credits.
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CSC 490 - Directed Study - Computer Science One to Four Credits
Offered as Needed
Opportunity for upper level students to do advanced work in a specialized area of computer science.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): Approval of a faculty member willing to supervise the project and the Department Chair or Program Director; and submission of the online Directed Study Application and Contract to the Registrar’s Office.
Note: Students must complete 45 hours work/semester per credit.
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CRM 111 - At-Risk Families and Youths (First-Year Seminar) Four Credits
Fall Semester
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)/Restriction(s): Open to First-Year Students only.
General Education Attribute(s): First-Year Seminar
Note: Equivalent to CRM 432 - Seminar: At-Risk Families and Youth . May not take both. CRM 111 may not count as an advanced seminar in Criminology.
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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.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): Open to First-Years and Sophomores or by permission of the instructor
General Education Attribute(s): Social Scientific Inquiry
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CRM 201 - Criminological Theories 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.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): Sophomore or Junior standing or by permission of the instructor.
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CRM 204 - Sociology of the Prison Three Credits
Spring Semester
This course examines the basic structure of American prisons-their purposes and their effects. Focal issues include: the history and rationale for imprisonment; the world of the prisoner and the correctional officer; and rehabilitation. Students will examine the development of prison policy and its implementation with regards to current criminological theory and research. Current public opinion will be discussed throughout the course.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 .
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CRM 205 - Introduction to Policing Three Credits
Spring Semester
This course will explore the law enforcement component of the criminal justice system. It will include discussions on different policing models; police management and organization; the recruitment and selection process; the patrol function; the investigation function; as well as, special topics in policing like use of force and the impact of technological advances.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): CRM 120 . Open to First-Years and Sophomores or by permission of the instructor.
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CRM 208 - Sex Offenders: Patterns and Behaviors Three Credits
Spring Semester
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)/Restriction(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)/Restriction(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 .
Course Applies to: American Studies
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CRM 273 - Criminal Mind, Mental Illness and Criminality Three Credits
Fall Semester
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)/Restriction(s): .
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CRM 295 - Topics in Criminology Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
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)/Restriction(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 .
Note: Course may be taken twice as long as topics differ.
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CRM 303 - Procedural Criminal Law Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
This course covers how the amendments within the Bill of Rights impact the due process rights of those accused of crimes. These include: arrest; search and seizure; electronic surveillance; entrapment, right to counsel; privilege against self-incrimination; plea bargaining; and double jeopardy.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 .
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CRM 304 - Victims of Crime Three Credits
Fall Semester
This course involves the study of crime victims and their experiences with the Criminal Justice System, with some focus on intimate partner violence and its history as a social problem. Additionally, time is spent on victims from marginalized sub-groups (those living in rural areas; ethnic minorities; LGBTQ community, children, elders, the disabled) who have a difficult time seeking justice through the courts.
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CRM 305 - Substantive Criminal Law Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
This course provides an overview of basic legal concepts pertaining to criminal law, including violent, property, theft, and inchoate offenses. Students will examine the principles of criminal liability through three sources of criminal law: the Common Law, the Model Penal Code, and any modern statutory distinctions Analysis of affirmative defenses and the concept of reasonable doubt as a defense are explored.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 .
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CRM 307 - Mechanics of the Courtroom Three Credits
Spring Semester
The first half of the course is an examination of our nation’s court system through a sociological lens to learn about the roles of the court work group members, their decision making patterns, and their impact on sentencing. The second half of the course covers basic principles of legal strategy: preparation of witnesses; techniques for effective openings, closings, cross and direct examinations; and impeachment of witnesses. The class ends with an interactive mock trial.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 . ( is recommended).
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CRM 309 - The Jury System Three Credits
Fall Semester
The course is 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 class focuses on the importance of the jury in the justice system.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201
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CRM 310 - Research Methods for Criminology (WID) Four Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
This course examines the methods and techniques of research in criminal justice and criminology. Emphasis will be given to the development of hypotheses from theory, ethical considerations in social research, research design, modes of scientific observation, application and analysis of data, and interpretation of results. Students receive a basic conceptual framework for understanding, interpreting, and critiquing social science research as well as practical experience in designing empirical research and writing a review of literature. This class serves as the Writing-in-the-Discipline class for Criminology and as such involves intensive writing and peer review.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 . Open to Junior and Senior Criminology or Sociology majors.
General Education Attribute(s): Writing-in-the-Disciplines
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CRM 311 - Statistical Analysis in Criminology Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
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)/Restriction(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 . Open to Junior and Senior Criminology of Sociology majors.
General Education Attribute(s): Statistical Reasoning
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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)/Restriction(s): CRM 304 and permission of instructor.
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