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COM-301 Rhetorical Criticism
GER: WR (Writing-Research Intensive) and TA (Critical, Analytical Interpretation of Texts)
Prerequisite: COM-201
Survey the methods of analysis, from a perspective of discourse as social action embedded in audiences and constraints. Includes criticism for public and academic goals, and from speech texts toward all types of artifacts. Theories include text-based, sociological, critical/materialist, dramatic/performative, and qualitative/quantitative studies. Students will analyze one text (oral, written, visual, spatial, or performed) over the entire semester. 4 credits.
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COM-302 Media Criticism
GER: VP (Visual and Performing Arts) and WR (Writing/Research Intensive)
COM-102
Critical methods used to analyze the mass media and popular cultural texts. The theoretical basis of such critical methods as semiotics, psychoanalysis, narrative and ideological theory, and cultural studies, and how to use these methods to analyze media texts such as television shows, movies, and magazine advertisements. 4 credits.
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COM-303 Communication Research Methods
GER: HB (Empirical Study of Human Behavior) and WR (Writing/Research Intensive)
COM-102
Introduction to mass media research methods. Develops understanding, critical thinking, and provides practice in research related to mass media, including the principles and basic techniques of mass communication research and the application of results. Students will create a research proposal related to various mass media messages, audiences, and institutions. 4 credits.
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COM-304 Broadcast Communication
COM-202
Study of the journalistic, technical, and aesthetic aspects of television production. Report, video record, and edit news stories. Work in teams to produce newscasts and a documentary. 4 credits.
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COM-310 Argumentation
COM-101
Study of the precepts, theories, strategies, and ethics of argument. Students critically analyze arguments found in speeches, public debates and controversies, newspaper articles and editorials, television news programs, and scholarly texts. Students write argumentative essays, present argumentative speeches, and engage in class debates. 4 credits.
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COM-311 Rhetoric in the Ancient World
GER: TA (Critical, Analytical Interpretation of Texts)
COM-201
The history of rhetorical theory and practice from 500 BCE to 500 CE. Focus on Greek and Roman relationship of rhetoric to politics, law, religion, philosophy, liberal education and culture along with an examination of the influcence of ancient rhetoric on medieval rhetoric. Readings include selections from the sophists, Isocrates, Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Quintilian, Tacitus, and Augustine. 4 credits.
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COM-314 Social Media Strategy
COM-202
This course engages social and participatory media
in the exploration of rhetoric, strategy, and
digital storytelling. Students will produce
content, assess its effectiveness, and evaluate
implications for community, publishing, commerce,
and entertainment. 4
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COM-315 Great Speeches
GER: TA (Critical, Analytical Interpretation of Texts)
COM-201
The course examines the history and protracted sociopolitical issues of the United States through iconic and obscure speeches. This approach teaches students the role of eloquence and public discourse in history making, policy making, and social practice. 4 credits.
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COM-318 African American Rhetoric
GER: TA (Critical, Analytical Interpretation of Texts)
COM-201
The persuasive efforts, primarily oratorical, by African Americans attempting to gain freedom, establish citizenship, and acquire equal rights. Emphasis on discursive and nondiscursive rhetorical strategies of black identity, power, and community. Consideration of the rhetorical construction of ideologies of struggle, the external and internal debates characteristic of black social movements, and the rhetorical cultivation of black consciousness. 4 credits.
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COM-323 Race, Class and Gender in Media
COM-102
Examining how social perceptions of race, gender, and class are influenced by the mass media. The social connections between and among representations in print, film, electronic, digital media, institutional practices, and our experience of race, gender and class. 4 credits.
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COM-331 Media History
GER: HA (Historical Analysis of Human Interactions)
COM-102
Examining the changing nature, structure, and function of mass media institutions in the United States and their historical relationships to society and culture from the founding of the republic to the end of the 20th century. 4 credits.
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COM-333 Small Group Communication
COM-101
Investigation and application of theories of small group communication. A systemic view of small groups focusing on the communication competencies and communication processes involved in successful small group leadership and decision making. 4 credits.
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COM-335 Political Economy of Mass Media
COM-102
Examining the structure, regulation, economics, ownership, and technology of mass media, as well as the influence of these factors on global media content. 4 credits.
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COM-337 International Communication
GER: WC (World Cultures)
COM-102
A survey of the different media systems in Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, Middle East and Oceania. Exploring the basic characteristics of media philosophies, reporting, content and audience in each world region, and discussion of the impact of media globalization which includes: ‘westernization’ of the media, clash of cultures, transnational media conglomerations, new technologies, and other elements. 4 credits.
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COM-341 Interpersonal Communication
COM-101
Theoretical overview of the oral and nonverbal strategies individuals use when negotiating perspectives on the self and others. Areas of focus include the communicative dynamics involved in friendship, marriage, family, student-teacher, and work relationships. 4 credits.
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COM-343 Organizational Communication
COM-101
Study of the communication within organizations and between organizations and the public. Using theoretical essays and case studies, topics include: hierarchical and participatory decision-making systems, the communicative relationships between and among employers, employees, and the public, and communication-based methods of analyzing corporate culture and resolving ethical dilemmas in the workplace. 4 credits.
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COM-350 Lenses on Africa
GER: TA (Critical, Analytical Interpretation of Texts) and WC (World Cultures)
COM-102
Explores the African continent through film, focusing on critical social issues and ongoing transformations of social orientations and values. Explores a range of key African filmmakers, taking into account the historical, cultural and social contexts that inform their work. Provides an introduction to African filmmaking practices by focusing on both the form and the content of these films, and by examining the way that African filmmakers project local, national, and regional issues onto global screens. 4 credits.
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COM-351 Advocacy
COM-201
Study of the history, theories, principles, and strategies of public advocacy in the process of social, political, economic, and legal change. Students examine case studies of advocacy campaigns, consider the ethical and ideological implications of such campaigns, and may engage in service-learning projects associated with a local integrated advocacy campaign. 4 credits.
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COM-353 Political Communication
GER: HA (Historical Analysis of Human Interactions)
COM-102
Historical and theoretical study of the modern public sphere and public life in Europe and the United States. Focus on how transformations of political ideals, social, and economic institutions, and the media have changed the character of political discourse. Examination of how the changing relationships among state governments, political parties, special interest groups, and social movements affect political discourse. 4 credits.
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COM-355 Propaganda
COM-102
History, theory, and critque of propaganda. Case studies of propaganda relating to a variety of discursive and social practices including speeches, public spectacles, media events, art, and film. Examining forms of state and non-governmental propaganda. Topics include: American propaganda during WWI, Nazi and fascist propaganda, and the communist propaganda programs of the Soviet Union and China. 4 credits.
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COM-376 Strategic Communication
COM-201 and COM-202
Study of organizational and campaign rhetoric
through the analysis of case studies to create
effective solutions in advertising and public
relations, brand strategy, digital marketing and
social media, as well as political, health, and
environmental communication. 4
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COM-401 Studies in Rhetoric
Concentrated study in one area, controversy, or theorist of rhetoric. Possible topics include the rhetoric of law, the rhetoric of social movements, Native American rhetoric, Cicero, or Kenneth Burke. Varied topics. 4 credits.
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COM-412 International Women’s Rhetoric
GER: WC (World Cultures)
COM-201
Analysis of speeches given by women in the international community about their conditions and their circumstances. Exploring the historical, socio-political, and cultural contexts of speeches by women to understand the rhetorical strategies and effects of their messages. 4 credits.
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COM-414 Rhetoric of Emerging Democracies
GER: WC (World Cultures)
COM-201
The rhetoric of non-U.S. democratic movements. Focus on nonviolent movements and the rhetorical aspects of mixed movements (violent and non-violent) of the twentieth and early twenty-first century. Primary emphasis is on the speeches and other persuasive appeals by reformers, including the justifications for democratic reform, forms of protest, strategies of dissent, and confluence of democratic, anti-colonial, and nationalist themes. Also includes consideration of the African, Asian, Latin American, Near Eastern, and Eastern European cultural contexts out of which these rhetorical concerns and movements arise. 4 credits.
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COM-419 Mobile Media, Space and Place
COM-101 and COM-102
Investigates rhetorical and communicative power of
mobile media in experiences of space, place, and
human environment. Examines the ways mobile,
wearable, AR, & VR technology shape movement,
navigation, and presence in communication
patterns, networks, and interpersonal
interactions. 4
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COM-421 Studies in Mass Media
Concentrated study in one area or theorist of mass communication. Potential topics include the global media integration, the internet as a public sphere, public journalism, the theories of Marshall McLuhan, Hollywood film genres, or Italian film. Varied topics. 4 credits.
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COM-431 Rhetoric of Social Activism
Intensive study of the discourses of social activism. Study and application of the techniques of textual reconstruction, editing, and criticism, as well as interviewing and oral history. Students will work to preserve and provide scholarly access to the speeches of social activists and to the words of the scholars who study them. Course will usually involve travel to one or more scholarly centers and study with those who staff those centers. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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COM-432 Places and Spaces of Early U.S. Controversy
Analysis of primary U.S. texts in the physical places and textual spaces they inhabited in public debate, with visual rhetoric and architecture read in relationship to written argument. Visits to museums, archives, and unmarked sites reveal insights on agency, circulation, and ethics. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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COM-433 Video Documentary
COM-202
Examines the research, theory, aesthetics and production techniques of the video documentary. Students will work together to produce a 15-to-20-minute long documentary. They will conduct research, shoot video, and edit the final documentary. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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COM-434 Sustainable Advocacy
Creation of various media on environmental and social justice issues that affect future generations. Students will use discussions with sustainability field experts and experiences with their natural environment to produce public advocacy campaigns. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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COM-437 Advanced Multimedia Storytelling
Prerequisite: COM-202 and COM-102
Critical analysis of multimedia stories to research, conceptualize, write, report and produce original multimedia projects that incorporate video, photos, audio, data visualizations and social media tools using best practices and methods. 4 credits.
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COM-451 Mass Media and Political Violence
Prerequisite: COM-102
An examination of historical as well as contemporary roles of mass communication in connection to political crises, wars, and terrorism. Students will learn about pertinent theories and methodologies that guide the research of these topics. 4 credits.
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COM-457 Mass Media & Political Violence
COM-202
Examination of the historical and contemporary
roles of mass communication in connection to
political crises, wars, and terrorism (topics
range from WWI to ISIS’ use of social media).
Students will learn about pertinent theories and
methodologies that guide the research of these
topics. Furthermore, students will critically
reflect on production and consumption of
political violence-related media content.
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COM-461 Media Law
COM-102
Issues confronting public speakers, journalists, advocates, debaters, and film and television producers when they seek to speak freely and responsibly. Topics include: seditious speech, symbolic conduct, fighting words, offensive speech, obscenity, defamation, commercial speech, free press v. fair trial, media regulation, advertising codes, and the theoretical justifications for free expression. 4 credits.
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COM-501 Independent Study
COM-101
Qualified students study in a specific subject or theory of communication under the supervision of a faculty member. Students are required to do intensive reading and research in their subject, meet with their faculty supervisor on a regular basis, write an extensive paper, and give an oral presentation on their work. Not eligible for the pass-no pass grading option. Variable credit.
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COM-502 Directed Research
COM-301, COM-302, or COM-303
Variable credit.
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COM-503 Individualized Internship
COM-101
Not eligible for the pass-no pass grading option. Variable credit.
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COM-505 Structured Internship
COM-101
Directed internship in the field of communication. Studying the communicative practices employed in such settings as a courtroom, television or radio station, newspaper, magazine, advocacy group, mediation center, or arts organization. Students are required to work approximately 175 hours at their internship site, meet regularly with their workplace and faculty advisors, and submit a log, portfolio, and academic paper relating to their internship work. Not eligible for the pass-no pass grading option. Variable credit.
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COM-509 Forensics
COM-101
The research, analysis, organization, and practice of debates and speeches for on-campus and intercollegiate debating and speaking competitions. Applying theories of argumentation to develop cases for and against public issues. Variable credit.
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CEM-601 Community Medicine Fieldwork
Eight or more hours per week directly observing and engaging with people to gain tangible skills in areas not often served by traditional internship or shadowing opportunities. Exposure will increase awareness to the interconnectedness of socioeconomic issues, behavioral issues, and cultural issues incorporated into health and medicine. 3 credits.
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CEM-605 Implicit Bias and Community Engagement
Discovery and exploration of hidden biases related to disparities in health (perceived and real). Focus on recognition of ways the human brain perceives differences and ways medical care is impacted to help prepare students to engage in the local community. 1 credit.
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CEM-606 Clincial Experiential Training
Hands-on training to support Community Medicine Fieldwork placement. 1 credit.
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CEM-610 Applied Human Clinical Anatomy
Active, inquiry-based course serves as a study of structure and function based on clinical data including 3D human modeling, x-rays, scans, and MRIs. Case-based anatomy modules foster student collaboration and discussion as they expand on the typical anatomy applied to various diseases, congenital issues, malformations, and syndromes. Case-study discussion will be supplemented with traditional use of anatomy models, computer simulation, and dissections. 4 credits.
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CEM-615 Applied Human Clinical Physiology
Active, inquiry-based course serves to study of human physiology based on clinical data including enzyme levels, respiratory indicators, and cardiac indicators. Case-based physiology modules foster collaboration and discussion to expand on the typical physiology applied to various diseases, congenital issues, malformations, and syndromes. Case-study discussions will be supplemented with hands-on data acquisition including pulmonary function, cardiac output, stroke volume, pulse, and heart sounds. 4 credits.
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CEM-620 Applied Epidemiology
Epidemiologic concepts and methods used to evaluate the distribution and determinants of health and disease in populations. Emphasis on basic principles of epidemiology, measures in epidemiology, and epidemiologic study designs and analysis. Other topics that are important to an understanding of epidemiology including outbreak investigations, screening, and the role of epidemiology in public health will also be included. Laboratories will focus on the calculation and application of basic epidemiology measures of disease frequency, comparison, and impact, and interpretation of epidemiologic literature. 3 credits.
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CEM-625 Advanced Genetics
Molecular genetics using human examples to broaden students’ appreciation for the complexity of the impact of genetics on individuals, families, and society. Gene mapping using modern molecular techniques, whole genome sequencing, whole genome association studies, genome editing, various omics (genomics, transcriptomics, exomics, proteomics, etc.), epigenetics, and quantitative trait analysis. Discussion topics could also include the genetic basis of skin color and whether race is a mere social construct, the genetic basis of personalized medicine and whether it creates two classes of patients. Independent research and presentations of a human genetic disorder will be required. 4 credits.
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CEM-630 Metabolic Biochemistry and Nutrition
Metabolic pathways with an emphasis on disorders associated with metabolic enzymes. Significant consideration of the regulation of these pathways focused on metabolic alternations in the fed versus fasted state. Alterations to the pathway as seen in various disease states will also be addressed which will be heavily supplemented with primary literature discussions. Introduction of nutritional topics including essential vitamins, dietary manipulations, and the impact of nutrition on metabolic disorders and diseases, such as diabetes and obesity. 3 credits.
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CEM-650 Health Policy
Introduction to policy analysis by examining issues in the health sector with a focus on the local community. Fosters an appreciation of the complexity of policy problems and the policy-making process. Use of primary literature and current data to develop basic tools for policy design, implementation and evaluation. 3 credits.
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CEM-675 Healthcare Seminar
Conversations and case studies enable student to share experiences and contribute developing expertise on topics of interest. Guest lectures by experts in the medical and health communities. Development of individual projects to reflect on common thread of “community engaged medicine”. 2 credits.
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CSC-025 Programming Workshop
Prerequisite: CSC-121
A laboratory course in which students strengthen their computer problem-solving skills and create a portfolio of their work. Students will write programs alone as well as in small groups. May be repeated. 0 credits.
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CSC-105 Intro to Computer Science
GER: MR (Mathematical and Formal Reasoning)
Introduction to computing through the lens of a significant problem domain. How is computing used to solve problems? What do you need to know to use computing to solve applied problems? A single potential problem is studied from domains which include the arts, sciences, education and medicine. Examples of specific topics include assistive technology, artificial intelligence, social media, social agents and robots, humanities, games or any other area that demonstrates significant computer science applications. Check out the current themes being offfered now. 4 credits.
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CSC-121 Intro to Computer Programming
GER: MR (Mathematical and Formal Reasoning)
Prerequisite: CSC-105 , BIO-111 , CHM-110 , EES-112 , EES-113 , EES-115 , MTH-145 , MTH-150 , or PHY-111 . May be enrolled concurrently with department permission.
Algorithms, programs and computers. Basic programming and program structure. Debugging and verification of programs. Survey of computers, languages, systems and applications. 4 credits.
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CSC-122 Data Structures and Algorithms
Prerequisite: CSC-121
Emphasis on use of data structures to model and implement algorithms as computer programs. Principles of high-level program analysis and design. 4 credits.
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CSC-221 Topics in Programming
Prerequisite: CSC-121
Intensive experience in which students study a new programming language or programming paradigm. Practice solving problems individually as well as in a team environment. Significant laboratory component required. Course may be repeated with change of topics. Significant laboratory component required. Course may be repeated with change of topics. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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CSC-223 Advanced Data Structures and Software Development
Prerequisite: CSC-122
This course reviews linear data structures and introduces trees, hash tables, sets, graphs, and complexity analysis about classes of problems that require each data type. Students will design and implement several larger projects using version control software. 4 credits
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CSC-231 Computer Organization
Prerequisite: CSC-105 and CSC-121
Computer structure, machine language, instruction execution, addressing techniques and digital representation of data. Systems organization and logic design. Several projects. Several projects. 4 credits.
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CSC-241 Mobile Apps
Prerequisite: CSC-121
Exploration into developing simple applications for mobile platforms like the iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, and others. Introduction to the appropriate programming language(s) and Software Developers Kits for our mobile platforms and build several useful applications. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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CSC-261 Discrete Structures for Computer Science
Prerequisite: CSC-105 , CSC-121 and MTH-120 , MTH-145 , or MTH-150
Introduction to induction, recursion, Boolean algebra and switching theory, directed and undirected graphs, finite state machines and formal languages. 4 credits.
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CSC-270 Computational Techniques for the Humanities
Tools and techniques for creating, manipulating, and analyzing texts computationally. Intended for students of any discipline to provide competence and confidence in thinking about text and language in a digital environment. 4 credits.
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CSC-271 Morals, Law and Society in the Digital Age
UQ (Ultimate Questions)
A study of social, legal, and moral issues raised by the development of digital information technologies. Examine the interaction between law, policy, and technology relating to current issues such as intellectual property, privacy, computer crime, and the risks of computing. Topics vary. Topics vary. 4 credits.
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CSC-272 Introduction to Data Mining
GER: HB (Empirical Study of Human Behavior)
Prerequisite: CSC-105 or CSC-121
The algorithms and computing tools fundamental to data science: the process of extracting accurate and generalizable models from data via machine learning. Topics will include the prediction of outcomes, the discovery of associations, and the identification of similar groups. Students will complete a project related to human behavior, starting with data collection and cleaning, culminating in the presentation of a model and visualization of results. 4 credits.
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CSC-273 History of Technology and Discovery
GER: HA (Historical Analysis of Human Interactions)
A historical survey of technology, invention, and science, and how these have affected society. How have scientific discoveries affected our understanding of the universe and our place in it? How have human needs driven mankind to invent technology and apply scientific principles to solve human problems? Special emphasis will be placed on computer systems and their evolving role in society. 4 credits.
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CSC-331 Computer Architecture
Prerequisite: CSC-223 and CSC-231
The design and structure of modern computers. The evolution of computer architecture, processor design, information storage, and operating system organization. Several projects. Several projects. 4 credits.
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CSC-332 Data Communications and Networking
Prerequisite: CSC-223 and CSC-231
Introduction to the concepts and principles of data communications and computer networks. Topics include LANs, internetworking, routing, congestion and flow control, client/server applications and network security. 4 credits.
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CSC-341 Database Management Systems
Prerequisite: CSC-122
Fundamental principles of data base models and data base management systems design, implementation, and application. 4 credits.
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CSC-342 Web-Based Application Design
Prerequisite: CSC-122
An intensive, project-based introduction to a wide range of programming techniques used in developing interactive, data-driven Web applications. Coverage includes the integrated use of client-side scripting, server-side scripting, online database technology and multimedia authoring tools. Special topics of current interest are also covered. Special topics of current interest are also covered. 4 credits.
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CSC-343 Artificial Intelligence
Prerequisite: CSC-223 and CSC-261
A study of methods and models for making a computer display behavior that would be considered intelligent if done by a human. 4 credits.
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CSC-344 Computer Graphics and Image Processing
Prerequisite: CSC-223 and CSC-261
Fundamentals of computer graphics and image processing. Topics include: mathematical representations for scaling, rotation, translation and projection on viewing plane. Major project requires design and implementation of a three-dimensional graphics display system 4 credits.
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CSC-345 Computational Science
Prerequisite: CSC-223 and CSC-261 and MTH-150
Exploration of algorithms for simulation, data analysis, and optimization necessary for a variety of scientific applications. Parallel computation will also be explored as an alternative when serial algorithms are not sufficient. 4 credits.
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CSC-346 Operating Systems
Prerequisite: CSC-223 and CSC-231
An introduction to the design of modern operating systems. Topics include processes, scheduling, synchronization, deadlock, file and memory management, I/O, security, and distributed systems. 4 credits.
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CSC-347 Human Computer Interaction
Prerequisite: CSC-122
Introduction to the field of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) focusing on a user-centered design process including the theory and application of what makes a user interface usable. Application of design principles and empirical studies to identify a design problem, analyze requirements, and iteratively design, implement and evaluate a solution. HCI research topics such as social technologies, universal usability and participatory design will also be examined. 4 credits.
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CSC-348 Game Design & Development
Prerequisites: CSC-223
An interactive overview of game design and development. Game design from a historical perspective by analyzing classic and modern board games and video games. Topics include: immersion, storytelling, mechanics, balance and fairness, and content. Engage student design ideas by iteratively developing an original, prototype game. Game development topics include: scripting, interaction, detecting objects, collision detection, and artificial intelligence (AI). 4 credits.
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CSC-351 Project Management
Prerequisite: CSC-122
Principles, tools, and techniques of software project management. Major topics include initiating projects, planning projects, executing and controlling projects, closing projects, and professional responsibilities. 4 credits.
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CSC-352 Systems Analysis
Prerequisite: CSC-122
A study of the principles involved in the design and implementation of computer applications. Topics include problem analysis techniques, documentation standards, prototyping and fourth-generation languages, and organizational impact of information systems. 4 credits.
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CSC-353 Software Engineering
Prerequisite: CSC-223
Principles of design of large computer programs and systems of programs. Topics include file structures and advanced features of business-oriented languages. 4 credits.
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CSC-361 Information Structures
Prerequisite: CSC-223 and CSC-261 and MTH-150
Basic concepts of data. Linear lists, strings, arrays and orthogonal lists. Representation of trees and graphs. Multilinked structures. Analysis of the time and space complexity of several important algorithms. 4 credits.
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CSC-362 Information Security
Prerequisite: CSC-122
Fundamental principles and practices affecting computer and information security. Basic concepts of confidentiality, integrity, and availability and how they affect the security of computer systems, networks, and applications. Authentication models, intrusion detection, cryptography, software vulnerabilities, and issues of law and privacy. 4 credits.
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CSC-363 Programming Language Structures
Prerequisite: CSC-223
Study of several programming languages including specification of syntax and semantics. Global properties of algorithmic languages. Several programming projects. Several programming projects. 4 credits.
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CSC-364 Compilers
Prerequisite: CSC-223 and CSC-231
Introduction to the theory and practice of compiler design: translation of high-level languages into assembly language. Topics will include tokenizing, parsing, type checking, code generation and optimization. Several programming projects required. 4
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CSC-372 Machine Learning with Big Data
Prerequisite: CSC-223 or (CSC-122 and CSC-272) and (MTH-150 or MTH-120)
An applied study of algorithms and models to perform machine learning on very large datasets. Topics will include how to mine unstructured datasets (e.g., text and images) using deep learning and programming scalable data science applications over the cloud. Students will complete a data science project tailored to a significant real world problem domain. 4
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CSC-461 Computational Theory
Prerequisite: CSC-122 and CSC-261
Introduction to topics in computability, automata and formal language theory. Applications of these concepts to various areas of computer science. 4 credits.
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CSC-465 Introduction to Numerical Analysis
Prerequisite: CSC-223 and CSC-261 and MTH-150
Introduction to the numerical algorithms fundamental to mathematical and scientific problems. 4 credits.
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CSC-475 Seminar in Computer Science
GER: WR (Writing-Research Intensive)
any first year writing seminar, CSC-122 and one CSC course numbered 300 or greater
Prepare papers on topics drawn from research journals in computer science and give oral presentations on articles read. Enrollment limited to juniors and seniors. 4 credits.
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CSC-501 Independent Study
Variable credit.
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CSC-502 Research
Theoretical or laboratory research in computer science with potential for publication in professional journals or presentation at professional meetings. Results are presented to a committee for evaluation. May be retaken for credit. Variable credit.
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DSC-475 Seminar in Applied Data Science
CSC-105 or CSC-121 , CSC-272 , and one of the following: BIO-222 , ECN-120 , MTH-120 , MTH-341 , POL-150 , PSY-202 or SOC-303 .
A capstone experience for students studying data science. Involves a significant interdisciplinary data analytics project, emphasizing data acquisition, preparation, analysis, and written and oral presentation of results. 4 credits.
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DAN-120 Foundation of Dance
MB (Mind and Body)
This class offers pathways to activating the
body’s expressive potential and encourages
naturalness and spontaneity of movement through
dance. Students will learn basic techniques, while
acquiring a vocabulary and awareness of the styles
frequently used in contemporary dance practices.
The content of this course will be both physical
and intellectual in the approach. No experience
necessary. 4
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DAN-220 Dance Techniques II
VP (Human Cultures - Visual and Performing Arts)
Prerequisite: DAN-120
This studio course will develop and improve technical skill in dance through an established contemporary dance practice. Students will acquire vocabulary and dive into movement concepts from specific dance pioneers, while also exploring their own creative response to those kinetic ideas. The course will introduce anatomical principles and optimal body mechanics in order to expand the body’s expressive potential and movement possibilities within the physical space. 4 credits
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DAN-230 Musical Theatre Dance
This studio course will expose students to various dance styles often found in musical theatre choreography, including in depth study of jazz, tap, and contemporary dance techniques. Students
will acquire vocabulary and awareness of the styles frequently used in musical theatre by enhancing artistic agency through developing proficient physicality, form, body mechanics, and corporeality. 4 credits
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DAN-310 Dance Improvisation & Composition
Prerequisite: DAN-120
This course introduces dance improvisation as a springboard to composition. Students will explore improvisational structures and compositional tools to heighten their kinetic awareness and broaden their movement vocabularies. Throughout this process-based course, students will engage in a physical and intellectual dialogue concerning choreographic craft in contemporary dance and the creative process in any path of life. 4 credits
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EES-111 Earth and the Silver Screen
GER: NWL (Empirical Study of the Natural World with laboratory) and NE (Humans and the Natural Environment)
Basic concepts of earth and environmental sciences by exploring the portrayal of these concepts in mainstream television and film. Students may receive credit for only one of these three courses: EES-111, EES-113 or EES-115. 4 credits.
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EES-112 Environmental Science
GER: NWL (Empirical Study of the Natural World with laboratory) and NE (Humans and the Natural Environment)
Study of human transformation of Earth as a trade-off for growth of the human enterprise. Topics include changes in population, land cover (agriculture, deforestation, urbanization), climate, nitrogen and phosphorous cycles, biodiversity; limits of water, soil, energy and mineral resources; and links between population and consumption patterns. 4 credits.
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EES-113 Natural Hazards and Natural Disasters
GER: NWL (Empirical Study of the Natural World with laboratory) and NE (Humans and the Natural Environment)
An introduction to the understanding of natural hazards and disasters (earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, hurricanes, etc) as violent and often destructive phenomena triggered by dynamic geological processes. Emphasis on the interrelationship among hazards and human role in them. Students may receive credit for only one of these three courses: EES-111, EES-113 or EES-115. 4 credits.
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EES-115 Earth Systems
GER: NWL (Empirical Study of the Natural World with laboratory) and NE (Humans and the Natural Environment)
An introduction to Earth as an evolving, integrated, and cyclic system. Examination of major surficial and internal Earth processes that shape the human environment and control the distribution of geologic resources such as water, fossil fuels, strategic minerals, and soils. Students may receive credit for only one of these three courses: EES-111 , EES-113 or EES-115 . 4 credits.
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EES-200 Topics in Spatial Analysis and Visualization
Introduction to data visualization, spatial analysis, visual communication, and the role of models in analyzing data. Analytical techniques will be applied to cases from a broad range of disciplines using webGIS and other alternative tools. 4 credits.
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EES-201 Geographic Information Systems
Introduction to use of geographic information system analysis to enhance geographic pattern and relationship recognition in geo-spatial data. Data collection and data quality. Data transformation and linkages. GIS modeling. 4 credits.
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EES-210 Surficial Processes
Prerequisite: EES-111 , EES-112 , EES-113 or EES-115
Introduction to the physical and chemical processes and their mechanics that operate within the Earth146s surficial systems to govern landform development. Includes quantitative analysis of geomorphic data in an interdisciplinary context, with emphasis on the interpretation of process. 4 credits.
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